[Repeater-Builder] Re: Unidentified part in msf5000 vhf station

2010-09-06 Thread Bill
My guess is that it is the harmonic filter, with the left coax leading to the pa or circulator if it has one... . bill w4oo . . --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, wb5oxq wb5...@... wrote: I just aquired a second msf5000 to make a 2 meter repeater our of and it has a part

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Msf5000 Low Power alarms

2010-08-30 Thread Bill
Ok, I'll ask the easy question, why not let it be happy with the proper input to the sscb input for the pa...I think it may be only one wire. . bill w4oo . . --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, jimmylpowell jpow...@... wrote: I originally posted this on the MSF5000 board

RE: [Repeater-Builder] dumb question: what is purpose of lock on Mitrek?

2010-08-29 Thread Bill Hudson
I didn’t know that RCA shared the CH751 key with the Cabinet key for Motorola Outdoor cabinets. This could be an error. Bill Hudson W6CBS Any of these keys can be duplicated at your local locksmith. From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com

RE: [Repeater-Builder] dumb question: what is purpose of lock on Mitrek?

2010-08-29 Thread Bill Hudson
Thanks for the confirmation. I was positive it was an error. Bill Hudson – W6CBS From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Mike Dietrich Sent: Sunday, August 29, 2010 8:14 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Seeking emergency system design help

2010-08-27 Thread Bill Smith
something like MotoTRBO or NexEdge f you don't mind paying a bit more. If this is truly an emergency type system, then you need professional design help, not just from this list. Bill KB1MGH From: n5qs ygr...@white-tiger.org To: Repeater-Builder

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Seeking emergency system design help

2010-08-27 Thread Bill Smith
Yes... 54-88 MHz cellphones would be cool. Back to the big old rubber ducks. LOL. From: Chuck Kelsey wb2...@roadrunner.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Fri, August 27, 2010 3:15:39 PM Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Seeking emergency system

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Seeking emergency system design help

2010-08-27 Thread Bill Smith
Thing is, the new stuff is pretty much disposable and not meant for the 20 year lifespan of the Motrac or Micor era. Compare a top end radio like an XTL5000, to a simple 4-freq PL Micor. Price tags are pretty close until you factor in inflation. From: MCH

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Seeking emergency system design help

2010-08-27 Thread Bill Smith
on losing range with narrowband systems. A large UHF LTR system I installed and maintained lost no discernable range switching from 5 KHZ to 2.5 KHz. All else was the same. Same antenna system, same repeaters, same mobiles. They just pushed a button to bring them to the new talkgroups. Bill KB1MGH

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: DC Electrical Systems

2010-08-26 Thread Bill Smith
transformation much easier if you are going between countries. The big HVDC line in New England is 900 KV. +450KV  and -450 KV.  It keeps things balanced and allows the use of smaller insulator strings. Bill KB1MGH From: lenaw12 wa1...@amsat.org To: Repeater-Builder

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Adding capacitors to lower electric bill

2010-08-22 Thread Bill Smith
for it. From: Chuck Kelsey wb2...@roadrunner.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sun, August 22, 2010 12:11:38 PM Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Adding capacitors to lower electric bill   Power theft seldom goes undetected, I'll agree. and the punishment

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Motorola Maxtrac Help

2010-08-22 Thread Bill Smith
Try a pull down resistor to ground. 1K or so maybe? From: ka9qjg ka9...@wowway.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sun, August 22, 2010 1:01:36 PM Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] Motorola Maxtrac Help   He dos go in the Programming and Set it

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Adding capacitors to lower electric bill

2010-08-21 Thread Bill Smith
The utility I used to work for did a lot of testing on the get free electricity devices over the years. None worked unless the customer had PF issues, even then, it didn't do much. That simple spinning disk electric meter is surprisingly accurate and hard to fool.  Bill

Re: [Repeater-Builder] antenna plan

2010-08-20 Thread Bill Smith
Your omni + yagi configuration will work. It has been used in the land mobile field for many years, but not very often. You get a keyhole shaped pattern. Phasing shouldn't be a big issue but feel free to play with cable lengths. Use a decent power divider as well. Bill KB1MGH

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Motorola style rack speed nuts and screws

2010-08-20 Thread Bill Hudson
The speed nuts you refer to are actually called tinnerman nuts at Motorola. Bill Hudson Ex-Mo graduation class of 1983 _ From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Ken Arck Sent: Friday, August 20, 2010 9:40 AM To: Repeater

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Polyphaser Question

2010-08-18 Thread Bill Smith
The building has a steel support structure, I'm sure. You will need to bond to that as a start. Bill From: Eric Lemmon wb6...@verizon.net To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tue, August 17, 2010 11:30:03 PM Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] Polyphaser

Re: [Repeater-Builder] unsubscribe

2010-08-14 Thread Bill Smith
What link? From: Richard gbis-reply-...@gbis.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Fri, August 13, 2010 11:35:07 PM Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] unsubscribe Well, I think it's funny. Richard, N7TGB www.n7tgb.net The problem with socialism is

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: RE:Mastr II drift problem

2010-08-07 Thread Bill Isom
If you would settle for a 2C, I think I have one.  Are you looking for UHF or VHF? Bill N4XIR From: steve w4...@localnet.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Fri, August 6, 2010 9:19:59 PM Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Re: RE:Mastr II drift problem

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Mastr II Mobile Repeater?

2010-08-04 Thread Bill Isom
sequential paging tones. The service was full duplex and there were channels on both UHF and VHF.  I guess this may be showing my age. :-) Bill N4XIR From: Chris Curtis demo...@rollanet.org To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tue, August 3, 2010 8:32:52 PM

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Mastr II drift problem

2010-08-04 Thread Bill Smith
. As a matter of course, I'd resolder all of them while you are in there. Bill From: Stanley Stanukinos ka5...@swbell.net To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tue, August 3, 2010 8:06:53 PM Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Mastr II drift problem Next

[Repeater-Builder] Re: UHF Isolator Wanted

2010-08-04 Thread Bill
How many do you needI have several to handle up to 300 watts in a triple config with 300 watt dummy loads . bill w4oo . --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, K5IN k...@... wrote: Ok, one last try. I need a UHF isolator and thought I would ask here again. Brian, K5IN

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Dissasembly of msr 2000 continuous duty amp. How?

2010-08-03 Thread Bill
.. don't touch it with fingers or arms. This technique also lowers possibility of cracking the ceramics. I usually lay out everything that has to be done in advance with extra planning. Hey, I didn't say it was going to be quick... . Bill Atlanta . . --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, wd8chl

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: GMRS Radio

2010-08-03 Thread Bill Smith
Where is that written? Nothing that I see in the rules covering ERP except a maximum TX power out of 50 watts under 47CFR95.135 From: Dick rert...@ix.netcom.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Mon, August 2, 2010 10:31:24 PM Subject: Re:

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Narrowbanding

2010-08-03 Thread Bill Smith
What's nastier is T-band sharing. WCVB in Boston on channel 20 routinely hammers a number of 500 MHZ public safety systems in New Jersey.   From: Milt men...@pa.net To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tue, August 3, 2010 6:56:05 AM Subject: Re:

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Moving a MSF5000 from 800 to 900 Ham

2010-07-29 Thread Bill
I have move the800 mhz chunk to 900 ham operation wide dev. I have not had time to test the pa's to see how happy they can be tricked to efficient operation. The chunk is the easy part, getting those 150 and 75 watt 800 pa's may result in a lot of hair on the floor. . Bill Atlanta

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Moving a MSF5000 from 800 to 900 Ham

2010-07-29 Thread Bill
to tackle this project I will work with you from afar. . Bill Atlanta --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, Mark n9...@... wrote: Don't think it'll go that far... the articles at R-B will tell you for certain. I guess the easiest way is to read the station programming and see where it is now

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Low Band Syntor X9000

2010-07-24 Thread Bill
jawjabillatl at bellsouth dot net I sent you an email--- some arrive --- some don't bill . . --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, JOHN MACKEY jmac...@... wrote: Is there anyone in the group who is familar with Low band Syntor X 9000 radios? I would like to go off line in e

Re: [Repeater-Builder] dispatch consoles

2010-07-20 Thread Bill Smith
Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] dispatch consoles   On 7/17/2010 12:47 PM, Bill Smith wrote: Used is false economy. You end with someone elses problems and high maintenance costs as well as downtime which is a bad thing for an ambulance company. The 4010 is a nice reliable system, much simpler

Re: [Repeater-Builder] dispatch consoles

2010-07-19 Thread Bill Smith
It uses a VPN. Not too easy to crack. From: wd8chl wd8...@gmail.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Mon, July 19, 2010 8:07:33 AM Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] dispatch consoles On 7/17/2010 12:47 PM, Bill Smith wrote: Used is false economy. You

Re: [Repeater-Builder] dispatch consoles

2010-07-17 Thread Bill Smith
internet connectivity, you can have it loaded on a laptop and set up dispatch anywhere there is an internet connection in the world. Bill From: Jed Barton j...@jedbarton.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sat, July 17, 2010 1:32:14 AM Subject: [Repeater

[Repeater-Builder] Re: MSF-5000 information needed

2010-07-07 Thread Bill
the llpa to a given power out. . . Bill Atlanta . . . . --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, Ralph S. Turk w7...@... wrote: Looking for more information on the Control Head. I have several CXB's without PA's. I will be using a Micor PA with external circulator. Looking for information

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Proto boards

2010-07-06 Thread Bill Smith
Try Nuts Volts magazine, thy might have what you need. www.nutsvolts.com   From: Ralph S. Turk w7...@comcast.net To: Repeater-Builder Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tue, July 6, 2010 2:16:47 PM Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Proto boards Hi All

[Repeater-Builder] GE

2010-07-04 Thread Bill Isom
me off list, And if anyone has info on this amp, please let me know. Thanks Bill N4XIR

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: OT:Printing google or Bing maps from the web

2010-06-30 Thread Bill Hudson
Thanks, I knew it was just too easy! This is OT anyway, but thanks. Bill _ From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Chris Curtis Sent: Wednesday, June 30, 2010 9:03 AM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [Repeater

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Help Identifying a Motorola PA

2010-06-16 Thread Bill
It appears to be the 25 watt driver pa to the 350 watt pa in purc and msf5000 vhf base and repeaters... . . bill atlanta . . . --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, nativeMT kc7...@... wrote: The number on the yellow sticker is: TRN7088a200b8 --- In Repeater-Builder

Re: [Repeater-Builder] More on GMRS - Fwd: FCC NPRM proposes complete part 95 rewrite

2010-06-08 Thread Bill Smith
What is the ERP of a typical 4-watt UHF portable? Pretty close to 2-watts. Bill KB1MGH From: Mike Morris wa6...@gmail.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tue, June 8, 2010 6:00:53 PM Subject: [Repeater-Builder] More on GMRS - Fwd: FCC NPRM proposes

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Transformer cores

2010-05-29 Thread Bill Smith
You need to be careful with Beeswax. it can hold the core tight enough that you break it.  From: Chuck Kelsey wb2...@roadrunner.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sat, May 29, 2010 11:46:19 AM Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Transformer cores

[Repeater-Builder] Re: 220 equipment

2010-05-13 Thread Bill
Yes, I definatly want them, just thinking of ways to get together with the units . Bill Atlanta . . . . --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, NORM KNAPP nkn...@... wrote: I have (had) 4 if them. I was going to give them to Bill in Atlanta. I have not yet. I don't know

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Just curious... Microwave frequencies

2010-05-12 Thread Bill Smith
Microwave is having a resurgence in popularity. with the demand for wireless data increasing and cellular networks becoming all digital, Microwave is being used where it will be cost-prohibitive to install fiber. Companies like Fiber Tower are providing microwave backhaul for some cellular

Re: [Repeater-Builder] How About This One?

2010-05-11 Thread Bill Smith
It's an attenuator. They were used in control stations to keep their power in compliance with the 6dB rule. From: La Rue Communications laruec...@gmail.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tue, May 11, 2010 12:31:51 PM Subject: [Repeater-Builder] How

[Repeater-Builder] Re: 220 equipment

2010-05-05 Thread Bill
on the Mississippi River. Where are you located... . Bill Atlanta w4oo . . . . --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, NORM KNAPP nkn...@... wrote: I came across some 220mhz equipment and was wondering if it was good for anything... I got 3 Intech Incorporated COM 218 repeaters (?). Are these ACSB

[Repeater-Builder] Re: 220 equipment

2010-05-05 Thread Bill
They are useable for ham IF they are what I think you have described..The synth must be reverse engineered to get to ham freqs... I have begun this but not finished.we should talk offline... . bill --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, NORM KNAPP nkn...@... wrote

Re: [Repeater-Builder] fcc violation notice???

2010-04-30 Thread Bill Smith
Recon Scout is one that just received FCC approval for video in the 439 MHz area. From: Kris Kirby k...@catonic.us To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Fri, April 30, 2010 12:33:24 AM Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] fcc violation notice??? On Thu, 29

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Strange Signal on 158.275(ish)

2010-04-28 Thread Bill Smith
Sounds like some SCADA stuff I've heard in the past. From: Mike Besemer (WM4B) mwbese...@cox.net To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wed, April 28, 2010 5:19:59 PM Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Strange Signal on 158.275(ish) Can anybody identify the

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: how far

2010-04-25 Thread Bill Smith
Depending on the frequency of the site, they might only be putting out 5 watts of transmit power. Rural sites run more power, and taller antennas to get better range. In a City, they just don't need or want huge amounts of power because it will prevent reuse of the frquencies or cause what's

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Frequency Listing Sites

2010-04-23 Thread Bill Smith
www.radioreference.com is about the best out there. From: La Rue Communications laruec...@gmail.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Fri, April 23, 2010 11:09:11 AM Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Frequency Listing Sites Hi Folks -   Are there any

Re: [Repeater-Builder] OT: Motorola Spectra Astro VHF or UHF?

2010-04-22 Thread Bill Smith
www.batlabs.com is your friend. All the info you require. From: La Rue Communications laruec...@gmail.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thu, April 22, 2010 7:28:08 PM Subject: [Repeater-Builder] OT: Motorola Spectra Astro VHF or UHF? Hi Gang -  

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Motorola R100 lowband on 6?

2010-04-21 Thread Bill Smith
I was a Radius dealer for quite a few years and only saw VHF and UHF R100 versions. Bill KB1MGH From: cruizzer77 atlant...@gmx.ch To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wed, April 21, 2010 5:50:45 PM Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Motorola R100 lowband on 6

RE: [Repeater-Builder] GE 1000 Key

2010-04-16 Thread Bill Hudson
have one in his bin of keys. Bill W6CBS _ From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of KE4ZDG Sent: Friday, April 16, 2010 8:58 AM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: [Repeater-Builder] GE 1000 Key Anybody got any

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Identify Please

2010-04-16 Thread Bill Hudson
I just walked over to the shelf and grabbed 2 or 3 of the identical Dual Isolators. I think these came out of Cell Sites. That would make them 800 Mhz. I can add to your land fill exercise John! Bill _ From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Identify Please

2010-04-16 Thread Bill Hudson
Here's a picture of one from my office: Bill Hudson W6CBS Thanks all for the speedy responses. I found one more (with a tag to boot!) assuming they are all the same, they are Model CD800-F, tuned to 875.00 MHz. Ugh, more 800 crap for the junkpile! Is it wrong to be cursing Nextel? I

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Identify Please

2010-04-16 Thread Bill Hudson
Here are the precise instructions on tuning that bad boy to see if it will stretch to 902-928. It is on the Repeater-Builder website: http://www.repeater-builder.com/db/pdfs/db-dual-junction-tunable-isolators-f ield-tuning-instructions.pdf Bill Hudson W6CBS San Carlos, California (Hi

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Zetron Controller Connector-Source

2010-04-12 Thread Bill Smith
They are made by Phoenix Contacts. you can get them from Mouser. Bill KB1MGH From: tracomm trac...@yahoo.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Mon, April 12, 2010 12:32:48 PM Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Zetron Controller Connector-Source Any one have

[Repeater-Builder] Slightly

2010-04-11 Thread Bill Isom
I have accomplished this in the past by using a simple summing resistor array as a mixer.  This is then fed into a amplified speaker to compensate for the losses and provide a master control. Good Luck Bill N4XIR

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Motorola Radius P50

2010-04-09 Thread Bill Smith
, I never sold a P50+ or used the cable Not a spectacular radio, but I had a few Police departments that insisted on cheap radios and wanted the P50. Surprisingly reliable when new and parts were available. Bill -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Motorola Radius P50

2010-04-09 Thread Bill Smith
Pry marks? Pop out the two clips in the battery compartment and pull up on the antenna. No prying needed! :-) From: La Rue Communications laruec...@gmail.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Fri, April 9, 2010 11:10:10 AM Subject: Re:

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Motorola Radius P50

2010-04-09 Thread Bill Smith
No offense to anyone here implied. I've been down the road many times over the years trying to open devices without destroying them. Bill From: MCH m...@nb.net To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Fri, April 9, 2010 2:11:12 PM Subject: Re: [Repeater

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Motorola Radius P50

2010-04-08 Thread Bill Smith
It's a 4-watt UHF carrier squelch radio. Uses crystals Short ones are 2-watt units. PL or DPL boards fit under the plate in the battery compartment.  From: La Rue Communications laruec...@gmail.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thu, April 8, 2010

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Motorola Radius P50

2010-04-08 Thread Bill Smith
The dip switches are for programming the PL/DPL board only   From: La Rue Communications laruec...@gmail.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thu, April 8, 2010 5:10:00 PM Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Motorola Radius P50 Thanks Bill, am I

[Repeater-Builder] Re: D-Star Was: Molotora Gontor

2010-04-02 Thread Bill
proof before tackling the varables of installation. The hardware (and firmware) seems only now taking the quantum leaf out of betaville. I am watching with baited breath.. . Bill Atlanta w4oo . . --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, Doug Bade k...@... wrote: I would be glad

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Someone want to spot me?

2010-04-01 Thread Bill Hudson
), assuming you are using a spectrum analyzer and tracking generator. Last, you can cascade cavities to increase the suck out notch. Yes, the cable length is critical. Bill W6CBS Thanks for the replies folks - some good ideas. I should have clarified that the spare T-1500 cavities I have are BP

Re: [Repeater-Builder] To Hear Clear,or not to Hear Clear......

2010-04-01 Thread Bill Smith
You might check out the near-900 group on googlegroups. To hearclear or not has been a running discussion on the New England 900 MHz network with the general consensus that it's not worth using. Bill KB1MGH From: Mark n9...@ameritech.net To: Repeater-Builder

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: if you have a commercial licenses check it on the fcc site

2010-03-30 Thread Bill Hudson
retook the test in 2001 and got the General Radio Operators License. I couldn't believe it. Some of the same questions were on there - like Grid Dip Meter questions! Kids today would say a grid dip what? Does that come with chips? Bill Hudson W6CBS _ From: Repeater

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Helix / Connectors

2010-03-30 Thread Bill Smith
to install connectors on and it doesn't bend very well. Been there too many times already, got the hat but not the T-Shirt.  ;-) Bill KB1MGH DCFluX wrote: The connectors should be fine, I wouldn't trust the aluminum feedline. You may want to try using an anti

[Repeater-Builder] Kenwood help needed.

2010-03-19 Thread Bill Isom
them. Is there anyone out there who can help?  Many thanks, Bill N4XIR

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Kenwood help needed.

2010-03-19 Thread Bill Isom
Sorry, The TK-830 is a straight 830.  The others are TK-860HG-1 and TK-862HG-1 Thanks for the Info. Bill PS I have more of the TK-860HG-1 and TK-862HG-1 than I know what to do with, If anyone is interested,  Please contact me direct From: Eric Lemmon wb6

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Amphenol Connex RF connectors

2010-03-09 Thread Bill Smith
The Connex line is the cheapie line. It's still better than the real cheap imported crap, but as the price indicates, nowhere near the quality of the main mil-spec products. That said, I use quite a bit of the Connex stuff unless it's a critical application. You do get what you pay for. Bill

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Amphenol Connex RF connectors

2010-03-09 Thread Bill Smith
Somewhat. Pricey but very good quality. From: Larry Horlick llhorl...@gmail.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tue, March 9, 2010 7:30:38 PM Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Amphenol Connex RF connectors Bill, Are you familiar with Huber+Suhner

[Repeater-Builder] Re: FS: Speaking of 200 watts on a repeater transmitter.....

2010-03-08 Thread Bill
You say the amp was retuned,,are there tuning caps or how was it retuned and do you know if the Glenayre vhf amps are the same way of retuning to ham freqs. . thanks . Bill . --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, Ken Arck ah...@... wrote: I have for sale a Glenayre Series 90 250 watt

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Someone still loves a Motrac - Low Band Even...

2010-03-08 Thread Bill Hudson
in a safe place. What do you need? I don't remember between a 5v and a 41v - what was what. Bill Hudson W6CBS _ From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of w...@aol.com Sent: Saturday, March 06, 2010 7:34 AM To: Repeater

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: LMR Cable

2010-03-07 Thread Bill Smith
Passive Intermodulation. Things like rusty hardware or disimilar metals can cause it in the presence of RF. From: rffun radio...@her.forthnet.gr To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sun, March 7, 2010 2:33:33 PM Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Re: LMR Cable

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Two coax and connector questions

2010-03-04 Thread Bill Smith
Check www.therfc.com They have reverse polarity and reverse thread connectors   From: Glenn Little WB4UIV glennmaill...@bellsouth.net To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wed, March 3, 2010 8:11:21 PM Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Two coax and connector

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Two coax and connector questions

2010-03-04 Thread Bill Smith
In the early days of 800 MHz land mobile, 1/4 superflex was used in mobiles (trucks) with runs longer than 15 feet. they went to the fin type transit antenna so connectors were used on both ends. From: wb6dgn tallins...@yahoo.com To:

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Versatone 71.9 Decode chip

2010-03-01 Thread Bill Hudson
at W6CBS Bill _ From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of kg2bv Sent: Monday, March 01, 2010 9:52 AM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Versatone 71.9 Decode chip Does anyone know where I can

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Micor UHF Repeater Base 9.6 vdc current requirement?

2010-02-28 Thread Bill Smith
I know it's a quick and dirty way to go about it, but after nearly 20 years of operation, I can't complain. Besides, I had the parts in my junk box. Today, I'd go with an LM317. With age comes wisdom. And the money to do it right LOL! Bill KB1MGH From: n

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: LOOONG audio runs

2010-02-28 Thread Bill Smith
Don't forget, CAT cables have different twist rates for each pair to minimize crosstalk between them. If one pair doesn't work, try another. From: larynl2 lar...@hotmail.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sun, February 28, 2010 12:27:53 PM Subject:

Re: [Repeater-Builder] 900 meg Spectra radio

2010-02-28 Thread Bill Smith
http://www.gemoto.com/900/coverage_NEAR900.htm This is a map of eastern Mass. 900 is very active especially with the linked repeaters. Bill KB1MGH From: Mark n9...@ameritech.net To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sun, February 28, 2010 12:47:33 PM

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Micor UHF Repeater Base 9.6 vdc current requirement?

2010-02-25 Thread Bill Smith
Build it yourself. Use an LM7808 and and series two 1N4001's to lift the ground lead up by 1.4 volts. I know 7809's are around but the 7808 is much more common and cheaper. Bill From: skipp025 skipp...@yahoo.com To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thu

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Motorola cabinet key wanted

2010-02-24 Thread Bill Hudson
DESKMATE cabinet, and it would not work. I'm sure there is an exception somewhere in the world. I have just about every key for all radios including EF Johnson. I hate getting locked out of radios and cabinets. Ha ha Bill Hudson W6CBS _ From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Key Collection

2010-02-24 Thread Bill Hudson
Yep - I even have the round grilled speaker that said Link in the felt. Bill _ From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Radioman Sent: Wednesday, February 24, 2010 4:40 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Motorola cabinet key wanted

2010-02-23 Thread Bill Hudson
for sure. Bill Hudson W6CBS _ From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Andrew Seybold Sent: Tuesday, February 23, 2010 6:18 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] Motorola cabinet key wanted

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Motorola cabinet key wanted

2010-02-23 Thread Bill Hudson
Yep - then it's a 2553 (I think it's a 255x) just can't remember the last number. They are more difficult to find. Mine is a copy - and there was only room to print the 255 and the X couldn't fit on the key. If someone doesn't take care of you here - I can get copies. Bill Hudson

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Motorola cabinet key wanted

2010-02-23 Thread Bill Hudson
Sorry for posting what has already been said. Lots happened in the last couple of hours. Like is said - it's probably a Cabinet 2553. The MOT-1 is not for cabinets so don't waste your time. Bill - W6CBS - Motorola Class of 1983 _ From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Motorola cabinet key wanted

2010-02-23 Thread Bill Hudson
This is what you saw - and this is what you are looking for: http://www.repeater-builder.com/keyspage/keyspage-index.html Bill Hudson W6CBS Ex-Motorola 1983 _ From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of ka9qjg Sent

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Question for the group

2010-02-16 Thread Bill Smith
, if your budget can't afford 8K, Maybe we can make a deal on my Celwave 4-port combiner. Bill KB1MGH From: Maire-Radios maire-rad...@verizon.net To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Mon, February 15, 2010 7:02:08 PM Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder

RE: [Repeater-Builder] RLC-4 Controller

2010-02-13 Thread Bill Hudson
, change the attached .txt file, and upload it again. Bill Hudson W6CBS From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Andrew Seybold Sent: Saturday, February 13, 2010 2:19 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: [Repeater-Builder] RLC

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Just a Crazy Thought

2010-02-12 Thread Bill Smith
Yes, they existed. We used split sites with a POTS line between them and VOX operation. RX on 23 and TX on 1 for example. We experimented with CTCSS but  it wasn't very reliable with out the FM capture effect. This was in the northeast back in the days of 23 channel CB so the statute of

RE: [Repeater-Builder] FS Motorola RTL4119 Test Set

2010-02-08 Thread Bill Hudson
it doesn't exist. Bill W6CBS mint condition, no case, $400 OBO http://www.ve6vs.com/motorola-test-rtl4119.htm

[Repeater-Builder] What are the advantages and disadvantages of the Mastr IIe system?

2010-01-06 Thread Bill Isom

[Repeater-Builder] TFC-6030a Motorola receive module from Nucleus paging transmitter

2010-01-05 Thread Bill
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Re: [Repeater-Builder] dispatch centers run through the internet

2010-01-04 Thread Bill Smith
VoIP is used daily and has been for over five years for mission-critical applications such major electric and gas utilities and public safety. VoIP isn't the problem, it's the transport medium.   Bill --- On Mon, 1/4/10, Don E. Wisdom d...@engineeringinc.com wrote: From: Don E. Wisdom d

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: 6 Meter RF Amplifier (PA)

2009-12-28 Thread Bill Smith
How about this PA on ebay? Item # 330387252314   Larcan solid state PA does 600 watts FM and about 1KW on SSB   Bill --- On Mon, 12/28/09, skipp025 skipp...@yahoo.com wrote: From: skipp025 skipp...@yahoo.com Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Re: 6 Meter RF Amplifier (PA) To: Repeater-Builder

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Henry Repeater Amp or TE Systems

2009-12-19 Thread Bill Hudson
Amplifier he sent back for repair and never got it back. Bill W6CBS From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of James Adkins Sent: Saturday, December 19, 2009 6:44 PM To: repeater-builder Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Henry Repeater Amp or TE

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Older RLC Controller Programming Question.

2009-12-16 Thread Bill Hudson
to be discontinued. Bill - W6CBS _ From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Rick Szajkowski Sent: Wednesday, December 16, 2009 1:07 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Older RLC Controller Programming

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Older RLC Controller Programming Question.

2009-12-15 Thread Bill Hudson
Skipp Give us the model of the controller, the port he wants the ID to come out, if he wants it in voice or CW, and what the call sign should be. I can probably do it in 60 seconds, unless it's an old RLC-2. Bill Hudson W6CBS _ From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com

[Repeater-Builder] WTB Motorola VHF Quantar repeater

2009-12-07 Thread Bill
I am looking to buy a quantar in either vhf range...p-25 working condition. Willing to spend up to $1900.00. I heard there were some selling at $1800.00 but do not know where or who is selling. Thanks Bill in Atlanta 404 325-8992 jawjabillatl at bellsouth dott net . .

Re: [Repeater-Builder] MASTR II pieces / parts

2009-11-29 Thread Bill Isom
Bill, I'm looking for a pair of Audio/Squelch boards to get our UHF and a VHF machines back on the air... The 11.2Mhz variety.  Got anything like this available?? Dave - N0TRQ On Thu, Nov 26, 2009 at 5:19 PM, bil.isom bil.i...@yahoo. com wrote:   I have recently received several partial

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Motorola Spectra 900's

2009-11-24 Thread Bill
opportunities, now I sound like a politician. I now shoot weddings hoping for a few pennies. The spectra also has a plug in module, no depotting required. . . jawjabillatl---bellsouth--net . bill . --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, Mike Morris WA6ILQ wa6...@... wrote: At 07:41 PM 11/22/09

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Motorola Spectra 900's

2009-11-24 Thread Bill
You and I need to talk (I type too slow). I too have wanted a spectra on 220 mhz. Had not thought about the 1 pf cap trick. . bill . jawjabillatl---bellsouth---net . . --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, Mel Swanberg wa6...@... wrote: Well, maybe I've actually managed to do something

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Motorola Spectra 900's

2009-11-23 Thread Bill
Well, you have me curious also, maybe I took the dark path for tuning the front end filters. I had to resort to silver paint (not cheap), a grinder, and a little blood and guts to tune those puppies. What's your story.. . bill w4oo . . --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, Mel Swanberg

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Motorola Spectra 900's

2009-11-22 Thread Bill
. . Bill w4oo jawjabill-- bellsouth- net . --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, James Adkins adkins.ja...@... wrote: I've done quite a bit with the Spectras; hacked the software, re-tuned the VCO after modifying, re-capped them, etc. I think they're great radios. Just thought since it's difficult

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