Skipp,
The code synth II is still a production unit. I believe the manual is about
$12 from Moto direct. HTH.
Kevin
K2KMB
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Jim,
It's very easy as they are designed for those signals to be accessable,
much like the Motorola radios. There is a cable, part OPC-617, that plugs
inside the radio and brings those signals out to a female DB-9 connector.
You have to cut a few traces in the radio depending on the options you
Title: Mastr II Base question
Hey all. I have a low band Mastr II base I'm looking at converting for use as a 6 meter repeater. The comb number is S3S100TFUDA and I have the LBI for tuning it up. It looks like all connections needed to interface an external controller are available on the
Title: VHF repeater amp
Anyone have any 2 mtr PA's they might be looking to sell? I'm looking for something that will take between 5 and 25 watts in and put out between 80 and 100 watts. TIA to all.
Kevin
K2KMB
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Title: Help ID a Celwave item?
Can anyone ID a Celwave HFD8461A? It looks like some type of notch filter. Has 2 female N connectors, 4 cavity, and says 144-160 Mhz on it. I cant find any reference to it on the web. TIA to all.
Kevin
K2KMB
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Title: MTR-2000
I'm looking to set up a Doug Hall voter system on a Motorola MTR-2000 repeater. I called DHE but they dont have any interface information for that repeater available. Wondering if anyone else has done this and might have the connection and config information to connect
Thanks Mike, I already grabbed it. ;) According to the info
in the article it does look like you need to set it up as a "remoted" base to
get the TX and RX audio, etc. to the back panel connector, so it looks like the
internal controller cant be used and needs to be replaced. At least
LOL ;)
Kevin
K2KMB
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From: Jim B. [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Friday, January 21, 2005 10:33 AM
To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com
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Kevin Berlen, K9HX wrote:
Kevin,
Title: Micor PA question
I have a 110 watt PA from a micor base, that was on the low end of the 150mhz range. Am I correct in assuming this should tune up fine on the 2 meter band? Also, I believe these require about 400mw drive but I want to confirm it. I think I have the schematics for
it to a TLD1692 (142-150) but many unmodified TLD 1693 amps have worked
for years on 2 meter repeaters without all the serious surgery
.
Ron
Rogers
WW8RR
From: Kevin
Bednar [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, January 20, 2005 10:38
AMTo: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.comSubject
it, said he seen nothing wrong with it. No spurs on it at
all. Very clean. I think if you run it that way you will be
fine. I took mine off because I got a good buy on a Vocom Amp for a price
I could not pass up. Good Luck!
Mathew
From: Kevin
Bednar [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday
Thanks much Doug. I figured as much. I think running the PA at half
power should be safe then.
Kevin
K2KMB
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From: Doug Bade [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Wednesday, December 22, 2004 10:47 AM
To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [SPAM] - Re:
I may have access to a Mastr II 100watt low band base, 42-50Mhz, which
I'm looking at converting to a 6m repeater. I don't see anything
specific to the LB models on the RBTIP web site, unless I'm missing it.
This leads me to believe that other than replacing the crystals and
tuning it up, there
Title: Need AC mains monitor
Looking for a inexpensive, stand alone device that can monitor the output of a power supply for loss of AC mains power and then inject a beep tone onto the TX audio when its keyed up. This needs to be able to be interfaced to a RICK unit, which is being used to
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Which boxes are you talking about Kim? I don't see anything mentioning
EM signalling? Of course it may also be a brain fart on my end. ;)
Kevin K2KMB
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Sent: Thursday, December 02, 2004 12:38 PM
To:
power, etc. Make sure you have the service manual.
LJ
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From: Kevin Bednar [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: Wed, 20 Oct 2004 18:32:47 -0400
To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [Repeater-Builder] MSR2000 Question
Anyone know what mods, if any, are needed
Thanks Skipp. I believe the fella I'm getting them from has a manual
available as well. I was going to run it at about 80 watts instead of
the full 110. They also have the factory duplexers with them, and I'm
ASSuming they should tune down as well?
Kevin
K2KMB
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From:
I'm hoping to get one of them this weekend so I can see what channel
elements are in it and order the crystals up. Are there standard
elements used in these units, or different types?
Kevin
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Sent: Thursday, October 21, 2004
Title: MSR2000 Channel Elements
I have a part number of KXN1095A for the TX channel element on the UHF MSR2000. Does anyone know the corresponding RX channel element number? The MSR being looked at doesnt have a RX element in it, but I have a bunch of different elements laying around and
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To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com
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Kevin Bednar [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Thanks Skipp
that... coffee mug and tee shirt.
cheers
skipp
Kevin Bednar [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
I have a part number of KXN1095A for the TX channel element on the UHF
MSR2000. Does anyone know the corresponding RX channel element number?
The MSR being looked at doesn't have a RX element in it, but I have
Anyone know what mods, if any, are needed to bring a UHF MSR2000 repeater,
currently on 460Mhz, down into the 440 range, other than recrystalling?
Thanks.
Kevin
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Hey guys, quick question for you. I'm sure someone has done this before. I
had to make an emergency call to a mountaintop repeater site this evening
for one of the local EMS squads because the link system stopped working. It
turns out the power supply breaker popped due to a surge and they have
Thanks Mike. I think I may already have a solution and will more than
likely replace the RICK with a different controller that has a power
fail monitor already on it.
Kevin
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From: Mike WA6ILQ [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Monday, October 18, 2004 2:46 PM
To:
the adjacent channels that are co-ordinated. You are also 5 KHz from
the adjacent channel of a co-ordinated repeater input.
What were you thinking??? Umm..turn that junk off NOW! I think YOU
are higher than your insertion loss.
Ivan
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Title: Duplexer Question
Hey all, quick question about a 2 meter repeater I just put up for testing. I'm putting out about 80 watts from the PA into the duplexer, but only getting about 55 watts out of the antenna port on the duplexer. This seems kind of high to me. The specs of the
mistaken, your power out of the duplexer should be a tad over 60W to meet
specs.
Steve
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From:
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To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, October 15, 2004 10:27
AM
Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Duplexer
Question
Hey all, quick
I have a Mastr ii 100 watt cont duty VHF PA I was given from a Mastr ii
base. I don't have the exact part number of it but I'm looking for some
general info on it if possible. What is the drive level required for 100
watt output? Does anyone know approx how much power it would put out with
approx
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--- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, Kevin Bednar [EMAIL PROTECTED]
wrote:
Scott,
After you pulled and bypassed the final, what was the lowest
power you
could get out of it while still being
Scott,
After you pulled and bypassed the final, what was the lowest power you
could get out of it while still being stable? I'm thinking about doing
the same to a VHF maxtrac to use as an exciter for a cont duty PA, but
it only needs about 400mw to drive it to full output. Thanks.
Kevin
K2KMB
Anyone have any
experience with Fiplex duplexers?
Kevin
K2KMB
From: Chuck Kelsey [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Tuesday, October 05, 2004 11:58 AMTo:
Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.comSubject: [SPAM] - Re:
[Repeater-Builder] UHF Duplexer Question - Email found in
subject
In my humble
OK guys, looking for some suggestions here. Has anyone used any commercial
HT's as a TX driver for a repeater? And if so, what do you recommend? Where
did you pick off your audio and PTT for the TX? The reason I'm asking is I
am looking to use a Maxtrac as a receiver on 2 meters, which is fine,
John,
Saw your pic and the article on you in Sept's
QST. Congrats OM! ;)
Kevin
K2KMB
in Sparta NJ
(I've
talked to you on Echolink on my machine, and on Earl's once or twice.)
;)
From: WD7F - John in Tucson
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, August 11, 2004 11:13
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submitted by K7IOU. Didn't know the Sep. issue was out.
Thanks.
John in Tucson
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From:
Kevin Bednar
To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wednesday, August 11, 2004 8:14
AM
Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] Question
for the group
John
Eric,
I have confirmed I have the TLN5979A
backplane, and do indeed have the TLN5970A SCM. Can you email me what I need to
do to config this unit to use an external controller? I have the TX and RX
working fine seperately, just need to interface the controller.
Thanks!
Kevin
From:
The following numbers are all stamped across the top of the card cage on the
PCB in the back:
TLN5979A SP57 52958
The cards included the normal squelch, SCM, etc, as well as slots for a
voter interface and encryption cards (this was an old govt system), all of
which have been removed, except for
to change out the mother board and the normally
available manuals will apply more easily.
Neil
Kevin Bednar wrote:
The following numbers are all stamped across the top of the card cage
on the PCB in the back:
TLN5979A SP57 52958
The cards included the normal squelch, SCM, etc, as well
Very good Kev. I kind of figured as much. I'll just do the conversion
instead of fooling around with it. Anyone have any luck reusing low-band
(42-50) base antennas on 6? If so, what brand/model? I have access to a few
but I don't want to waste time with them if they cant be used. Thanks.
Kevin
rugged etc.
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From: Kevin Bednar [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wednesday, July 21, 2004 6:12 PM
Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] Micor low band base
Bob,
Does Herb have a web site for his antennas? I'd like to take a look at
what
he has
Randy,
The second stage of the PA is variable and maxes out at about 3 watt to
drive the final stage to about 30 watts on a 25 watt rated radio. I believe
that stage would go down to .5 watt with no problem when turned down in RSS
but I havent actually done it. It would be more trouble for me to
I didn't really look at the db gain with regards to the power outout. DUH! I
apologize to all, I wasn't trying to start trouble. :) With the 40 watts I'm
running I do cover outwards about 100+ miles with the site I'm at. Time to
set up a 2 meter machine instead of a remote base. ;) Thanks to
There is nothing preventing you from using duplexed mobile
gear like Micors or Mastr II's, or Motorola Maxtracs/Radius type radiosas
GMRS repeaters as long as the station ID'ing is handled
properly.
Kevin
K2KMB
From: Mathew Quaife [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Sunday, July 11, 2004
probably set
up a GMRS machine for less than $200, including crystals, if you use a crystal
type radio, since you already have an antenna and hardline.
Kevin
K2KMB
From: Kevin Bednar
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, July 11, 2004 9:54
PMTo: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.comSubject: RE
-Builder] GMRS Repeater Info Wanted
Kevin,
Unlike the Part 97(Amateur)service, Part95 (GMRS) requires that repeaters
be type accepted for use in that service. Mobiles are not type accepted for
use in the GMRS as repeaters.
Johnny
Kevin Bednar wrote:
There is nothing preventing you from using duplexed
solution,its a bad idea all the
way around
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To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Sunday, July 11, 2004 10:01
PM
Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] GMRS
Repeater Info Wanted
Also Matt, since GMRS is limited to 50 watts
make heads or tails of it.
Mathew
Johnny [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Kevin,
Unlike the Part 97(Amateur)service, Part95 (GMRS) requires that
repeaters be type accepted for use in that service.
Mobiles are not type
accepted for use in the GMRS as repeaters.
Johnny
Kevin Bednar wrote
seconds,must be valid for one full second...you
want some delay to prevent falsing.
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Sent: Saturday, June 05, 2004 6:56 PM
Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] Slightly off topic
Thanks much. Whats
Anyone know what tones need to be generated on a service monitor to test the
alert function on a weather alert receiver? I'm looking to interface one to
my repeater but want to test it and set the levels before I drag it up to
the site. TIA to all.
Kevin
K2KMB
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: Kevin Bednar [EMAIL PROTECTED]
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Sent: Saturday, June 05, 2004 6:51 PM
Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Slightly off topic
Anyone know what tones need to be generated on a service monitor to
test
the
alert function on a weather alert receiver? I'm looking
Anyone have the specs available on a Decibel A40140MC-H amplifier? Input
power/output power/freq range, etc? I have acquired one and would like to
know if it can be used in the ham bands. It is also labeled Trilectric on
it, with the model number A40140H. It looks like they are the actual
I have a VHF Spectra I want to use on my 440 repeater as a remote link. Does
anyone know what pins I need to use on the spectra accessory connector for
audio, ptt, cor, etc? TIA to all!
Kev
K2KMB
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The box on Emergency! was actually a GE telemetry radio I believe. The APCOR
consisted of 2 parts. The APCOR itself was MX based and ran relatively low
power, I think around 2 watts. The mobile unit was Micor based and they were
strange beasts. The Micor/APCOR system was an in-band UHF repeater
No problem Gary, I was just curious. Where I am located though it is a lot
easier to put something on 440 because it hasn't been all used up yet and we
do have some mountains around which help prevent to much interference
towards NYC.
Kevin
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I kinda figured that John from what I've been told, but unfortunately there
is $0 to replace it with something else. I didn't pay for it so that's why I
was trying to get it working. Thanks.
Kevin
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From: JOHN MACKEY [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Tuesday, January
Unfortunately I'm laughing with you Ken! :o
Kevin
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From: Ken Arck [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Tuesday, January 06, 2004 5:25 PM
To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [[Repeater-Builder] Repeater Help]
At 04:23 PM 1/6/2004 -0600, you wrote:
You can
Ok, the power supply and controller is probably doable, but no exciter
currently. Oh well, I was hoping there was SOMETHING that could be done to
repair this obviously poor excuse for a repeater.
Kevin
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From: Kevin Custer [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Tuesday,
else, but it is your choice.
Joe M.
Kevin Bednar wrote:
I kinda figured that John from what I've been told, but unfortunately
there is $0 to replace it with something else. I didn't pay for it so
that's why I was trying to get it working. Thanks.
Kevin
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: [[Repeater-Builder] Repeater Help]]
Kevin Bednar wrote:
I kinda figured that John from what I've been told, but unfortunately
there is $0 to replace it with something else. I didn't pay for it so
Kevin - if you don't have any money to put up a repeater, then you shouldn't
be doing
: [RE: [[Repeater-Builder] Repeater Help]]]
Kevin Bednar [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
SNIP
At least I'm
one of the people that cares enough to NOT put drifty piece of crap on
the air. ;)
Kevin, for that I applaud you!!! Just a few weeks ago we had a person come
on this mail list, ask about
, take the
money, and buy something that will work much better. (such as a used MASTR
II or Micor)
Personally, I wouldn't do that to someone else, but it is your choice.
Joe M.
Kevin Bednar wrote:
I kinda figured that John from what I've been told, but unfortunately
there is $0 to replace
. and some TLC and that would work better than any ham grade stuff.
unless of course it is lightning toast.
James
Kevin Bednar wrote:
Unfortunately Joe, everything for this project is being donated for an
OEM/RACES project to improve county coverage, specifically because of the
lack of $$. I also
Me too Chuck! ;)
Kevin
K2KMB
From: Chuck Kelsey [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Tuesday, January 06, 2004 7:53 PMTo:
Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.comSubject: Re: [[Repeater-Builder]
Repeater Help]
I'd like a line on those free Mastr II UHF
radios.
Chuck
WB2EDV
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and some TLC and that would work better than any ham grade stuff.
unless of course it is lightning toast.
James
Kevin Bednar wrote:
Unfortunately Joe, everything for this project is being donated for an
OEM/RACES project to improve county coverage, specifically because of
the lack of $$. I also
]
ARRRGGGH! Never toss a MastrII. I could have donated some
parts at least.Oh well.
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From:
Kevin Bednar
To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Tuesday, January 06, 2004 7:03
PM
Subject: RE: [[Repeater-Builder] Repeater
Help]
Unfortunately
this
group!
Kevin
K2KMB
From: Maire Company
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, January 06, 2004
8:21 PMTo: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.comSubject: Re:
[[Repeater-Builder] Repeater Help]
what kind of Micro parts do you
need?
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From:
Kevin Bednar
, 2004 8:21 PMTo: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.comSubject:
Re: [[Repeater-Builder] Repeater Help]
what kind of Micro parts do you
need?
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From:
Kevin
Bednar
To:
Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com
Sent:
Tuesday
/2004, you wrote:
Mastr II PA's should be easy to rebuild?? A few new transistors, etc.
and some TLC and that would work better than any ham grade stuff.
unless of course it is lightning toast.
James
Kevin Bednar wrote:
Unfortunately Joe, everything for this project is being donated
beat the Johnson.
Paul
WB5IDM
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[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]Sent: Tuesday, January 06, 2004 8:01
PMTo: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.comSubject: RE:
[[Repeater-Builder] Repeater Help]
Thanks for the reply James. I'll figure SOMETHING out
All,
I am doing this to try and get as close to total county coverage via HT as I
can. There is another UHF machine at the other end of the county that I am
going to link to via Echolink when we are deployed. I am also working on an
incident reporting system that will use SQL as a back end and can
Well, I had the Spectrum set on 444.500, why? I was also looking at a pair
on 447.
Kevin
K2KMB
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Sent: Tuesday, January 06, 2004 10:56 PM
To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [[Repeater-Builder] Repeater
Anyone have any UHF Mastr II or Micor exciter boards laying around they
don't need? ;) Thanks Coy. And yes, the SCR 4000 does have 2 sockets on the
back for external connections it looks like. They are reminiscent of the old
tube bases in the older radios. Thanks.
Kevin
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