Re: [Repeater-Builder] MSR2000 help?

2004-11-24 Thread Gregg R. Lengling
Thre is a common problem on the 110 watt cont. duty version of the MSRcheck the driver transistor collector voltage and see if it is missing when keyed. Very minor problem if that's what they have. I have the full set of manuals...but wont' give them up as I maintain a couple of them.

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Repeater Interference

2004-11-24 Thread Mark Holman
I would get in touch with the station Engineer and ask him or her if they may adjusted something, added or removed anything within the past time frame that this interference started. If they say No then you may have something on your end just went out. I would start with the Ground to see if

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Repeater Interference

2004-11-24 Thread Neal Newman
First off You changed the Duplexer? how about the cables? I have found that a bad connection or Oxidation acts as a diode. and will allow the AM stations Audio to be heard.. I have this problem with a telco Box the Phone company placed Exactly 1/4 wavelength away From My 10 kw AM

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Repeater Interference

2004-11-24 Thread Ken Arck
At 08:51 PM 11/23/2004 -0500, you wrote: I would start with the Ground to see if the continuity of Resistance is Zero Ohms. from Chasis, Cabinet, rack, etc.. especially green crud from moisture will start a resistance path to ground. ---That would be my first take on his problem. Sounds like

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Transsistor Sub??

2004-11-24 Thread Mark Holman
I found an On Line Search try these Transistor Search Results Keyword: M9466 48-869191 M9466 48-869143 M9466 48-869466 M9466 M9466 48-869191 web site is http://www.ee.washington.edu/circuit_archive/parts/cross.htmlhope this helps.Mark Holman, CRO AB8RU -

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Repeater Interference

2004-11-24 Thread Jeff Thomas
I appreciate everyone who responded to my request for help. I will reinstall the new duplexer tomorrow and check the grounds and see what's up. Will let you know. Thanks - Original Message - From: Ken Arck [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday,

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Repeater Interference]

2004-11-24 Thread Eric Lemmon
Jeff, Please advise the make and model of your repeater, and its operating frequencies. A local repeater once had a similar problem, wherein an AM station's 104th harmonic was beating with the UHF MICOR's exciter output (which is at VHF) and was then slope-detected by the repeater's receiver.

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Repeater Interference

2004-11-24 Thread Eric Lemmon
Jeff, Please advise the make and model of your repeater, and its operating frequencies. A local repeater once had a similar problem, wherein an AM station's 104th harmonic was beating with the UHF MICOR's exciter output (which is at VHF) and was then slope-detected by the repeater's receiver.

Re: [Repeater-Builder] radial tire static?

2004-11-24 Thread albemarle7
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Re: [Repeater-Builder] Repeater Interference

2004-11-24 Thread Nate Duehr
On Nov 23, 2004, at 6:51 PM, Mark Holman wrote: clear. I could hear everything Rush Limbaugh was saying. Wow, I'd take a deliberate jammer over having to listen to Rush any day! ;-) (Oh come on, someone had to say it.) Nate WY0X Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Transsistor Sub??

2004-11-24 Thread Neil McKie
What circuit is it in? Neil [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What would be a good sub for this transistor Motorola M9466 ? Thanks Bob Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/ * To unsubscribe from this

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Repeater Interference

2004-11-24 Thread Ken Arck
At 09:18 PM 11/23/2004 -0700, you wrote: Wow, I'd take a deliberate jammer over having to listen to Rush any day! ;-) (Oh come on, someone had to say it.) In some circles, Rush Limbaugh makes great repeater ID's (as does Sean Hannity!). Besides, if I listen to one more repeater QSO about

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Waterproof case for a link repeater?

2004-11-24 Thread Nate Duehr
On Nov 19, 2004, at 4:57 AM, Josh Keller wrote: My Search Rescue unit has a couple of Motorola CDM-1250 mobile radios that I've been asked to turn into a link repeater. One Two comments Josh, from long experience with SAR groups. a) Mobile rigs do not make properly built repeaters. SAR =

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Waterproof case for a link repeater?

2004-11-24 Thread Nate Duehr
On Nov 23, 2004, at 9:33 PM, Nate Duehr wrote: For hams... sure, slap stuff together. For SAR -- no. Not worth the headache or possible problems... p.s. I don't condone slapping together ANYTHING, but with that said, the ham band is a place for experiments. p.p.s. If you *must * go

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Repeater Interference

2004-11-24 Thread Laryn Lohman
--- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, Ken Arck [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: At 08:51 PM 11/23/2004 -0500, you wrote: I would start with the Ground to see if the continuity of Resistance is Zero Ohms. from Chasis, Cabinet, rack, etc.. especially green crud from moisture will start a

[Repeater-Builder] IC 2720

2004-11-24 Thread Anthoyn Lewis
I want to use 2 IC 2720 to repeat on vhf for ex IC #1 RX 151.1000 tone 151.4TX 461.8000 IC #2 RX 461.8000 TX 151.7000 tone 151.4 would this work in a mobile setup and what problem could i have? Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to:

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Yaesu FTR-2410 PL Encode issues

2004-11-24 Thread surf_boy82
I'm trying to inject the PL into the Tone Input port of the transmitter. It's a Communications Specialists TS-32. Chris KF6AJM --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, Ken Arck [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: At 10:29 PM 11/20/2004 -, you wrote: Hi Group, I'm working on a Yaesu FTR-2410

Re: [Repeater-Builder] IC 2720

2004-11-24 Thread Frederick E. Fitte
Anthony, Are you using 461.800 as a link freq.? It appears to. Am nit sure you could even license this since 461.800 is Tx freq. for a community repeater pair. Is this to be a licensed configuration? If not the biggest problem you could encounter is the FCC ! Fred - Original Message -

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Waterproof case for a link repeater?

2004-11-24 Thread motarolla_doctor
--- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, Josh Keller [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Another suggestion was to use an Extender Module from Echo Communications which is about $125. Does any have experience with the Echo Communications setup? Echo claims they have a better design than the RICK and

Re: [Repeater-Builder] IC 2720

2004-11-24 Thread mch
First, desense problems (how far apart would the two VHF antennas be?) Second, licensing issues, perhaps? On UHF, I would run dummy loads (frequency issues aside). Joe M. Anthoyn Lewis wrote: I want to use 2 IC 2720 to repeat on vhf for ex IC #1 RX 151.1000 tone 151.4TX 461.8000

[Repeater-Builder] Off Topic: Job offer

2004-11-24 Thread KI4AWK
This off-topic post was made with permission from Kevin Custer. WCTV has a jobopening in the Engineering department for a technician with RF experience. Skills valued: high-power transmitter maintenance/repair, computer networking and troubleshooting, general video troubleshooting, basic

RE: [Repeater-Builder] IC 2720

2004-11-24 Thread Steve Bosshard \(NU5D\)
Notwithstanding the minor issue of FCC type acceptance and licensing, how far apart physically would the two 2720's be? Running split site a 1/2 mile or so apart might do OK, but wouldn't a duplexer cost less than 2 antennas and two sites, or if temporary mobile installations and two vehicles

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Repeater Interference

2004-11-24 Thread Robert W Burton
Ken, Your A Great American ;-) Robert In some circles, Rush Limbaugh makes great repeater ID's (as does Sean Hannity!). Besides, if I listen to one more repeater QSO about the NBA thing, I'll scream! :-) Ken Juno Platinum

[Repeater-Builder] Need manual for AIE FM-110 service monitor

2004-11-24 Thread no6b
OK, I realize this might be a bit of a rare one, so no time like the present to start the search... I'm looking for any documentation on the AIE (Automated Industrial Electronics) model FM-110 service monitor. Although this company still exists, it has no info at all on the unit. It sold

Re: [Repeater-Builder] radial tire static?

2004-11-24 Thread Al
I still have a couple quart cans of the graphite oil for your car. Would a couple of ounces per tire work? - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, November 23, 2004 10:05 PM Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] radial tire static?

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Repeater Interference

2004-11-24 Thread Jim B.
Ken Arck wrote: At 08:43 AM 11/23/2004 -0700, you wrote: Anyone have an idea what causes this and how to get rid of it? ---AM? If so, your problem isn't RF related, per se. Sounds more like a case of audio rectification.. Ken don't forget about SW...and it doesn't have to be close at

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Supplier of bi-directional RF amps.

2004-11-24 Thread Jim B.
Jack Hood wrote: Hi Folks! I wonder if you can help? I am looking for suppliers of low power (around +20dBM) in building bi-directional amplfiers. It doesn't matter if the suppler is US or Europe based. Thanks in anticipation. Jack (:) GM4COX Jack, I forwarded this on

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Help Tuning Wacom 2M Duplexers - Maine

2004-11-24 Thread Jim B.
Robin Staebler wrote: Is there anyone on Maine who could help me re-tune a set of Wacom 2M Cavities? I am re-furbing a set of 4 cans for a portable ARES repeater. TNX WE1MD Robin Belfast Maine (I'll bring them to u !) I HIGHLY do NOT recommend using duplexers for a portable 2M

Re: [Repeater-Builder] IC 2720

2004-11-24 Thread Jim B.
Frederick E. Fitte wrote: Anthony, Are you using 461.800 as a link freq.? It appears to. Am nit sure you could even license this since 461.800 is Tx freq. for a community repeater pair. Is this to be a licensed configuration? If not the biggest problem you could encounter is the FCC !

[Repeater-Builder] Re: MSR2000 help?

2004-11-24 Thread skipp025
Randy, You really do need the manual and a good multi-meter (as in Fluke 70 or 80 series)... or the Motorola supplied metering box. If you don't find a manual, email me off the list and I'll try to help you with some basic checks and some possible diagram help after those checks.

Re: [Repeater-Builder] radial tire static?

2004-11-24 Thread Q
Dont use oil! Only use graphite in powder form in your tires! - Original Message - From: Al [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, November 24, 2004 9:12 AM Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] radial tire static? I still have a couple quart cans of the

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Repeater Interference (duplexer)

2004-11-24 Thread skipp025
Hi Jeff, Swap the old duplexer back in and see (hear actually) if the AM Station problem goes away. If the problem goes away with a duplexer change, the physical construction of the duplexer probe might be an issue. Some bpbr duplexer probes are not DC grounded. One thought would be to

[Repeater-Builder] Need 10 MHz crystal

2004-11-24 Thread Bob Dengler
Does anyone here have a 10 MHz crystal in an HC-49 (same case size as for the G.E. MVP/Mastr II crystals) in their junkbox that they could send me? I can't seem to find them locally. Thanks. Bob NO6B Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to:

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Help Tuning Wacom 2M Duplexers - VHF

2004-11-24 Thread skipp025
Jim B. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I HIGHLY do NOT recommend using duplexers for a portable 2M repeater. They are very large, and VERY delicate. Banging around in a commvan, or a trailer, or any other frequent transport, will result in detuning, and likely damage. Not in all cases. I

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Transsistor Sub??

2004-11-24 Thread Ted Bleiman K9MDM - MDM Radio
bob; why look for a substitute when we have the gen-u-wyne NOS Motorola device here in stock.in keeping with our slogan ( also our motto) "If it's in stock...we've got it!!" well...we've got it $5 + post mdmNeil McKie [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What circuit is it in? Neil [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: MSR2000 help?

2004-11-24 Thread Mike Perryman
I have the test box for a nominal fee... which is negotiable ;-) small black box .. probably 5 x 2 x 1 3/4 with a meter... came from a MSR-2000 that belonged to a past client. The radios have been taken out of service for about a year, but meter should be OK. Let me know if you want it...

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Repeater Interference (duplexer)

2004-11-24 Thread skipp025
Hi Jeff, Your next test would be to swap in a bandpass cavity into the receiver side of the duplexer output. If the problem goes away, you should consider leaving the bandpass cavity in line. The problem is probably not a traditional ground loop as suggested by others. But you can't

[Repeater-Builder] Re: MSR2000 test box

2004-11-24 Thread skipp025
Mike Perryman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have the test box for a nominal fee... which is negotiable ;-) small black box .. probably 5 x 2 x 1 3/4 with a meter... came from a MSR-2000 that belonged to a past client. The radios have been taken out of service for about a year, but

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Help Tuning Wacom 2M Duplexers - Maine

2004-11-24 Thread Bob Dengler
At 11/24/2004 08:36 AM, you wrote: Robin Staebler wrote: Is there anyone on Maine who could help me re-tune a set of Wacom 2M Cavities? I am re-furbing a set of 4 cans for a portable ARES repeater. TNX WE1MD Robin Belfast Maine (I'll bring them to u !) I HIGHLY do NOT recommend

Re: [Repeater-Builder] IC 2720

2004-11-24 Thread Robert Grizzard
It is a ham rig. The problem I can see is if the 2 meter side is carrier controlled the user will have to wait for the repeater to time out to use the '2720. The repeater on the 2 meter side will need to transmit either DCS or tone to make this work without making the user wait for carrier

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Repeater Interference (duplexer)

2004-11-24 Thread Mike Perryman
Skipp wrote Another possible solution would be a shorted 1/4 wave stub inserted into the receiver - duplexer side. ** Keep in mind that 1/4 wave @1420 is roughly 173'4. I took the liberty of snooping a little last evening... the station in question is KTAN(AM)

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Waterproof case for a link repeater?

2004-11-24 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
THERE ARE SEVERAL OFF TAKES ON A RICK INTERFACE CHECK WWW.BATLABS.COM FOR ONE OR TWO . THE MODS ARE JUST INTERNAL JUMPER CHANGES AND USING THE RSS TO REPROGRAM THE IN-OUT PORTS ON THE REAR CONNECTOR PINS TO INTERFACE THE RICK. I HAVE SEVERAL OF THESE SET UP AS TEMPORARY OR QUICK PORTABLE

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Repeater Interference (duplexer)

2004-11-24 Thread Mike Perryman
I admit it.. I guessed... ;-) Up to my behind in Arbitron Market Definitions at the moment... The Commission's new Cross-Ownership rules are a nightmare.. not to mention a moving target!! mike -Original Message- From: mch [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, November 24, 2004

[Repeater-Builder] Re: MSR2000 Service manual

2004-11-24 Thread skipp025
You can use the Micor Repeater Station Control Module book for many of the module repairs. The backplane is the only serious thing left out. I see them on ebay all the time. MSR 2000 books pop up on Ebay about once every two or three weeks. If you can avoid a shark attack, you can pick

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Repeater Interference (duplexer)

2004-11-24 Thread mch
RG174 should still work, right? BTW, I came up with 158' 1.3. Joe M. Mike Perryman wrote: Skipp wrote Another possible solution would be a shorted 1/4 wave stub inserted into the receiver - duplexer side. ** Keep in mind that 1/4 wave @1420 is roughly

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Cable length for DB4076W Duplexer

2004-11-24 Thread nj902
--- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, skipp025 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: ...I'm looking for some help with a UHF Decibel Products DB4076W Duplexer... __ ___ Did you get the information you need yet? There seem to be

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Cable length for DB4076W Duplexer

2004-11-24 Thread skipp025
Thank you for your follow up post... but... The DB-4076w duplexer I have here is the dark coloured unit with two ports per bottle and the piston cap adjusted notches. I approximated a guess length, which seems to work well. If anyone can give me the exact lengths of the center bottles to

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Repeater Interference (duplexer)

2004-11-24 Thread skipp025
Again, I would avoid the shorted stub method if you can manage a true band-pass bottle, series connected in the receive side. The stub should be for the UHF band, not the AM Broadcast Band. If you do a coax stub, only use RG-214, RG-9 or similar high quality coax. Don't use RG-214.

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Repeater Interference (duplexer)

2004-11-24 Thread skipp025
mch [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: RG174 should still work, right? BTW, I came up with 158' 1.3. Joe M. No, RG-174 is not good for this application. The shorted stub should be cut for the UHF Band, not the broadcast band frequency. skipp Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Need 10 MHz crystal

2004-11-24 Thread NC4AB
Bob - I don't know if they will work but I have some 10 mhz in the HC 25/U size (same as the HC 49 but the pins are rigid). If anyone on the list needs a crystal or two e-mail me off list, I have a storage box full of crystals, both old and new. (no amateur frequencies that I know of, but lots