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

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

Z38 is 15 pin (orange) in straight line   From: La Rue Communications To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Mon, April 12, 2010 11:51:21 AM Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Zetron Controller Connector-Source   Would that  be 8 on bottom row, 7 on top r

[Repeater-Builder] Cooling Fans, which brand?

Hello to group, Anyone have a brand they recomend for a no noise, reliable fan. I didnt know whether to go with brushless,ball bearing,AC, or DC etc. Also should the power leads be sheilded and have a separate supply if DC.. Any filters recomended also.. This is my first repeater and am now into

[Repeater-Builder] Re: crimping assistance please

Again, I thank everyone for their input. I think I made a decent purchase that will pay off over time. I will look into some quality connectors. I might buy a couple strippers over time also, but I think I can make do with a razor knife for now. I may also look into trying to solder the cente

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Motorola Spectra Question

Kris, The detailed service manual that covers most Spectra radios is 6880102W61, but it is now NLA. The basic service manual for VHF Spectras is 6881070C95, and it, too, is NLA. 73, Eric Lemmon WB6FLY -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@y

Re: [Repeater-Builder] crimping assistance please

On Mon, 12 Apr 2010, hitekgearhead wrote: > I know this has been thrown around a bit before but I could use a > little assistance. > > I just purchased a crimper and a couple sets of dies. I bought some > cheap BNC and TNC connectors to practice with along with some RG-58A/U > cable. > > I bou

Re: [Repeater-Builder] crimping assistance please

On Mon, 12 Apr 2010, Chuck Kelsey wrote: > Then I'm assuming that you'd agree that a typical ham-installed > connector should probably have the center pin soldered? Chuck WB2EDV Whatever the connector is designed for. I solder them, my father solders them, and three or four two-way radio shop

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Motorola Spectra Question

On Mon, 12 Apr 2010, Eric Lemmon wrote: > I have several Spectra motorcycle radios, as well as the motorcycle > supplement 6880103W01. Both my visual inspection and reference to the > manuals confirms that the M33 motorcycle radios contain the same PA as > the regular 10-25 watt radios, except

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Motorola Spectra Question

Kris, I have several Spectra motorcycle radios, as well as the motorcycle supplement 6880103W01. Both my visual inspection and reference to the manuals confirms that the M33 motorcycle radios contain the same PA as the regular 10-25 watt radios, except that it is "adjusted to 15 watts output." Ra

Re: [Repeater-Builder] crimping assistance please

Then I'm assuming that you'd agree that a typical ham-installed connector should probably have the center pin soldered? Chuck WB2EDV - Original Message - From: John J. Riddell To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, April 12, 2010 8:46 PM Subject: Re: [Repeater-B

Re: [Repeater-Builder] crimping assistance please

Chuck, I work for a National Telecom company here in Canada and we crimp everything used on DS-3 (BNC) and above. For the center pin you need a 12 point circular crimper and for the sleeve you need a good quality hex crimper such as Tyco etc. These two items can run you several hundred dollars e

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Trojan Horse

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Re: [Repeater-Builder] 220 link equipment

At 4/12/2010 08:34 AM, you wrote: >At 08:16 AM 04/12/10, you wrote: > >I'm making plans to link my 2-meter repeater to a 220 mhz hub > >repeater. What type of transceiver, radios, etc is best for a 220 > >link ? Thanks ! > >One big question is what's your duty cycle going to be? > >Another is what

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

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

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: crimping assistance please

I will never crimp on anything over 10 Ft above the Ground , I have been soldering Connectors for over 40 Years But I had read how nice and convenient it was just to buy some Good Crimp on tools , Dies , Coax Cutters Etc. I spent about $ 200.00 Put the Coax cutter on the LMR-400 Ca

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Trojan Horse - Banner Ads

Avira simply stripped the script and logged onto the page no problem however there does appear to be some advertising based rubbish which needs removal To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com From: skipp...@yahoo.com Date: Mon, 12 Apr 2010 16:18:58 + Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Trojan Ho

[Repeater-Builder] Motorola Spectra Question

Is anyone aware if the Motorola Motorcycle Spectra (M33) has a different final amplifier than the regular D33 or D43 models? Is the M33 setup with a 25W PA that is turned down to 15W and capable of operation at 10W? I do not have a manual for the radio, unfortunately. -- Kris Kirby, KE4AHR D

[Repeater-Builder] Re: crimping assistance please

Thanks everyone for the input. I can understand the statements regarding standardizing on connectors and cable in order to minimize tooling. The connectors I originally purchased were not labeled in any way. They were cheapies I specifically bought at a hamfest in order to get a little practic

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Motorola Radius P50

Bob - Sent you a message off list. Let me know if you are still interested. Cheers! John Hymes La Rue Communications 10 S. Aurora Street Stockton, CA 95202 - Original Message - From: Robert Willis To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, April 09, 2010 12:52 PM Sub

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Trojan Horse - Banner Ads

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

Sorry, The one that I have are for Z45 / Z48 . 15 pin into a strait line. 73' Eric VE7YBC From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of La Rue Communications Sent: Monday, April 12, 2010 10:51 AM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subje

[Repeater-Builder] Motorola RSS Guide

I have this REALLY complete guide that someone from here put together for the Kenwood Series radios which I love and use religiously. I was wondering if theres the same for the Motorola radios? I looked but just dont seem to see one on here. Maybe IM not looking with the right specs? Can someone

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Trojan Horse

On 4/12/2010 3:00 PM, Scott Zimmerman wrote: > Those that were having issues, please try it again. I think I found the > bad code. (I'm not sure how it got there) I'd like a few people to check > and see if there are still issues. > > Thanks, > Scott > Works good on my Firefox installs!

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Trojan Horse

Both are working again for me, Thanks ,Scott.73 de Lee K4LJP On Mon, Apr 12, 2010 at 3:00 PM, Scott Zimmerman wrote: > > > Those that were having issues, please try it again. I think I found the > bad code. (I'm not sure how it got there) I'd like a few people to check > and see if there ar

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Trojan Horse

It is fine now Scott, loads the first time. Thanks for finding the problem. JIM KA2AJH On Mon, Apr 12, 2010 at 3:00 PM, Scott Zimmerman wrote: > > > Those that were having issues, please try it again. I think I found the > bad code. (I'm not sure how it got there) I'd like a few people to che

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Trojan Horse

Worked for me this time Scott. - Original Message - From: "Scott Zimmerman" To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, April 12, 2010 3:00:45 PM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Trojan Horse Those that were having issues, please try it again.

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Trojan Horse

Those that were having issues, please try it again. I think I found the bad code. (I'm not sure how it got there) I'd like a few people to check and see if there are still issues. Thanks, Scott Scott Zimmerman Amateur Radio Call N3XCC 474 Barnett Road Boswell, PA 15531 George Henry wrote: > I

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Trojan Horse

It only appears on the "front end" page, www.repeater-builder.com ...  where I have never seen a banner ad appear before.  If you go directly to the technical information page, www.repeater-builder.com/rbtip , no problem.  (that's the page I have saved in my favorites, anyway) George, KA3HSW

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

Would that be 8 on bottom row, 7 on top row? Orange 15 pin connector? I can check as well. John Hymes La Rue Communications 10 S. Aurora Street Stockton, CA 95202 - Original Message - From: Eric Vincent To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, April 12, 2010 10:49 AM

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

Hello, How many pin is that connector, I think I have some of these in the inventory. 73' Eric VE7YBC From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yaoogroups.com] On Behalf Of tracomm Sent: Monday, April 12, 2010 10:33 AM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject:

[Repeater-Builder] Zetron Controller Connector-Source

Any one have a source for the Zetron interface connector (orange 15 pin) used on most versions, 38, 38A, 38 Max ?? GMRSINC

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Trojan Horse - Banner Ads

Re: Trojan Horse - Banner Ads One of the more creative invasions I've seen (and unfortunately) experienced as of late are related to banner ads on web sites. Site operators are sometimes compensated (paid) to place advertisement and information tracking script/code into web pages. The Ads ar

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Trojan Horse

Avast went RED here too.. I have never seen it do that. Blocked a Trojan on connect.. dropped the site. not from google search.. direct from the hyperlink Jim posted.I would say it is real.. Doug From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behal

[Repeater-Builder] Trojan Horse

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Re: [Repeater-Builder] crimping assistance please

To reduce PIM, the center conductor should be soldered. Whether there is a practical (measurable) difference would depend on how well the crimp was done, vs solder. >From an Amphenol paper: "Cable Attachment: Mechanical stability of the cable/connector junction is of utmost importance. Small mo

Re: [Repeater-Builder] crimping assistance please

What is the reason for soldering instead of crimping? lh On Mon, Apr 12, 2010 at 11:39 AM, Jeff DePolo wrote: > > > > Not from what I've seen/read. Tin/lead and even the newer RoHS-compliant > solders don't have ferrous components which is one of the biggest PIM > concerns. Besides, just about

[Repeater-Builder] Motorola R100 RSS Software

I have a Motorola R100 repeater 25w that I am going to sell but I can't find the old floppy with the dos program for programming Does anyone on the list have a copy I can acquire Free or purchase? Thanks! Brian Cochran, WC4J 703-965-6011 w...@wc4j.com www.wc4j.com

RE: [Repeater-Builder] crimping assistance please

Not from what I've seen/read. Tin/lead and even the newer RoHS-compliant solders don't have ferrous components which is one of the biggest PIM concerns. Besides, just about every device in the RF path has some solder somewhere (cavity loops, integral connectors on equipment, heck even the antenn

Re: [Repeater-Builder] 220 link equipment

At 08:16 AM 04/12/10, you wrote: >I'm making plans to link my 2-meter repeater to a 220 mhz hub >repeater. What type of transceiver, radios, etc is best for a 220 >link ? Thanks ! One big question is what's your duty cycle going to be? Another is what is your potential desense going to be? Back

RE: [Repeater-Builder] crimping assistance please

Jeff Doesn't soldering of the center contact to the center conductor affect the connector PIM adversely vs not soldering? AC

[Repeater-Builder] 220 link equipment

I'm making plans to link my 2-meter repeater to a 220 mhz hub repeater. What type of transceiver, radios, etc is best for a 220 link ? Thanks !

Re: [Repeater-Builder] crimping assistance please

Hi Albert, Do a Google search for THREE BLADE COAXIAL STRIPPERS. I just bought two pair from the ELECTRICAL TOOL STORE.COM for $10.50 each. They make a two blade tool also, but it does not do the complete job. After taking some RG/58, RG/400 Double Shield, RG/8X etc and just getting the hang of how

RE: [Repeater-Builder] crimping assistance please

> I know this has been thrown around a bit before but I could > use a little assistance. Go through the repeater-builder message archive on Yahoo groups. On 7/22/09 I posted a long message on the subject. > Basically I am not sure what size hex to use for the above > stated RG-58A/U and BNC a

Re: [Repeater-Builder] crimping assistance please

Oh, forgot to add... I never crimp the center pin - I always solder it. Chuck WB2EDV - Original Message - From: Larry Horlick To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, April 12, 2010 9:26 AM Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] crimping assistance please The die

Re: [Repeater-Builder] crimping assistance please

The die size is actually specific to the connector, but in my experience .215 (.213 on some crimpers) is the one you will use for the braid crimp on most RG-58 connectors. The smaller sizes is for crimping the center pin. This one really depends on the specific connector, but generally the .068 i

Re: [Repeater-Builder] crimping assistance please

Your questions are best answered by looking up the specifications of the particular crimp connector you will be using. The manufacturer of each crimp connector will have details regarding the stripping lengths and die sizes. Best bet is to Google the connector manufacturer. Chuck WB2EDV