Re: [Repeater-Builder] OT Power Factor

2009-02-09 Thread albemarle7
Very interesting subject. People don't seem to be concerned about what kind of energy they are receiving from electric power company suppliers. I've asked previously for information about what people get in their homes and repeater sites with only one response telling me taps are

Re: [Repeater-Builder] LTR Question

2008-09-06 Thread albemarle7
Try Radio Shack. Also QST advertisements have a couple companies making that stuff. Gary K2UQ In a message dated 9/6/2008 11:15:34 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Sept 6 - 2008 To: All LTR Experts We are looking for some form of LTR decoder

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Wits End -- Desense

2008-09-04 Thread albemarle7
Many years ago I experienced a defective section of coax that would change impedance when physically moved. Found out after slitting open about 12 inches of outer shield the dialectic was dried out and cracked from old age. When moved it would form air gaps between the center conductor

Re: [Repeater-Builder] ARCC

2008-07-17 Thread albemarle7
ARCC P.O. Box 244 Plumsteadville, Pa 18949 Phone: 215 766-7334 Phone 215 646-5892 Fax 215 646-6798 The above should get you in contact with someone. 73, Gary K2UQ In a message dated 7/17/2008 6:14:26 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Does anyone know if

[Repeater-Builder] High AC Line

2008-07-06 Thread albemarle7
Apologize for being off topic but a safety question. Do you people monitor your AC line at your home, business,shop etc? I've been having a problem in central NJ with high line around 1:00 am. Our spec is 115.2 - 124.8. Around 1 AM I run 127.0, 126.4 with a daily average around 124

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Who's fixing Service Monitors these days?

2008-06-14 Thread albemarle7
Kurt did a great job on my IFR 1200. I am totally satisfied with his abilities and willingness to help. Gary K2UQ In a message dated 6/14/2008 3:03:05 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Ken did a nice rehab on my IFR500.

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Old GE, RCA and Motorola Tube Radios

2008-05-24 Thread albemarle7
Tis a finger burn to remember for a long time can be helped immediately by putting the boo boo finger (no, not there) but along the area of the nose, ear, the places that excrete your own human oils placed on the burn.. Ever grab a soldering iron on the wrong end? Whew does that hurt. The

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Static on grounded feed line system.

2008-04-01 Thread albemarle7
To WN3A..I'd like to tune in to this interesting conversation. What frequency stub are you referring to? Please be a little more specific on which side of DC ground arrestor. Thanks, Gary K2UQ **Create a Home Theater Like the Pros. Watch the video on AOL Home.

[Repeater-Builder] Ham Radio Communication in New Jersey

2008-02-29 Thread albemarle7
Might be off topic. If so, I apologize..To all hams communicating while mobile in New Jersey, please note the new Bill preventing cell phone (electronic communications devices) goes into effect tomorrow March 1,2008. Ham radio is not effected by this Legislative action. So you can

Re: [Repeater-Builder] IFR FM/AM 1200S

2008-02-15 Thread albemarle7
If I may ride on Mr Buffington's shirt tail (track/gen opt 12) I'm looking for a IFR service monitor part - CRT p/n 95AB31 if anyone has one available. Thanks, Gary K2UQ **The year's hottest artists on the red carpet at the Grammy Awards. Go to AOL Music.

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Crystal source Kendicomm Mark 3 Mark 4

2007-11-10 Thread albemarle7
Try...Steve at 978-372-3442 for information on Kendecom, Inc. and Micro Control Specialties. Located in Groveland, Mass. He does some of the Mark 4 CR Repeater and Mark 4C Controller stuff. Also ask ICM if they have information on Kendecom. 73, Gary K2UQ

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Multiple Emails

2007-03-29 Thread albemarle7
Yes, many duplicates on the Small Coil slug subject. But not as bad as the Proper Grammar urinating contest a couple days ago. Good grief, some children just don't play well with others. K2UQ said that. smile Gary ** See what's free at

Re: [Repeater-Builder] FCC Test/Tower fall

2007-02-01 Thread albemarle7
Take a look at same site for non-entertainment video clip of the guy falling off the top of a huge tower to his death. That should be a refresher for some people to be extra careful when climbing towers. Gary K2UQ

Re: [Repeater-Builder] For Sale GE MVP Repeater

2007-01-17 Thread albemarle7
Information for AP-50 problem has been solved. Thank you Gary K2UQ

Re: [Repeater-Builder] For Sale GE MVP Repeater

2007-01-16 Thread albemarle7
Got a 404 Error on _http://www.repeater-builder.com/products/ap-50.html_ (http://www.repeater-builder.com/products/ap-50.html) . Would like to read that article. Getting ready to install AP-50 into Micor mobile converted to repeater. Tnx, Gary K2UQ

Re: [Repeater-Builder] GE Mastr II Station

2006-12-20 Thread albemarle7
To: W4XE.I totally agree with Jim KA2AJH.an excellent informative GE Mastr II site. Wish I knew you were around a couple years ago. Great job. Gary K2UQ

[Repeater-Builder] Micor base sensitivity

2006-12-19 Thread albemarle7
An out of state friend has a 2 meter Micor base repeater (Compra-station?) that was recently aligned by a 2 way shop. When he put the repeater back on the air the receiver operation is now about half of what it was prior to its recent alignment. He said the receiver works DFQ about halfway

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Need source for RF RCA connectors

2006-05-28 Thread albemarle7
Shortening Phono plug center pinreal easy. Findappropriate sizedrill bit that fits into center pin of phono plug. Mount drill bit horizontally in your bench vise. Adjust phono plug on drill bit until your happy with center pin length. Use a jewelers sawto cut unwanted center pin length

Re: [Repeater-Builder] my we are a bunch of trouble makers here at DaytonQRZ

2006-05-23 Thread albemarle7
Nate and Hunter...Your comment Gee, wonder why a lot of cars with lots of antennas and no ham radio license plates? Why so dumb and so-backwards? Consider thisMy car with ham call letter license plates was stolen. ThruQRZ.comas an example, the thief can figure out where I live

[Repeater-Builder] Mobile antenna installation help/fatigued metal

2006-04-25 Thread albemarle7
Thank you to all who provided great solutions onsolving tearing effectfrom mobile mountson thin autobody metal vehicles.It all may now be moot because,We all should be aware of legislation being proposed in many states such as "Driving While Distracted" or "Inattentive Driving" laws.

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Mobile antenna installation help/fatigued metal

2006-04-25 Thread albemarle7
Excluded from the subject law while in the actual performance of their official duties: a law enforcement officer; a member of a paid, part-paid or volunteer fire department or company; or an operator of an authorized emergency vehicle. I would be careful about trying to do a citizens

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Anetenna Help

2006-04-20 Thread albemarle7
Just about any 5/8 wave antenna mounted on top of a Ford pickup truck. The roof metal is so thin that frequent flexing from antenna sway, wind resistance, low tree branch contact can cause metal fatigue on thecab roof. The antenna NMO mount was installeddirectly above the cab interior

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Anetenna Help

2006-04-19 Thread albemarle7
To: KB1CHU..Don't sell that little thru the glass dual bander antenna from Radio Shack short. I have one mounted on the tinted glass side window of my suburban and it is a dandy little antenna. I tuned mine for a 2 meter frequency, have no desire to use it on 440 mhzandthe R/S

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Fw: DB-228

2006-02-15 Thread albemarle7
In a message dated 2/15/2006 5:42:23 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: http://www.repeater-builder.com/antenna/cracking.html Mike, WA6ILQ. Thank you for the fine explanation on tower mounting. When a ham is involved in a commercial siteantenna installsmust be commercial

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Fw: DB-228

2006-02-14 Thread albemarle7
I also have a DB-228-E. This was the info I was looking for.A problem is the mounting brackets. If anyone has suggestions on mounting thishonker antennaproperly, please let me know. Also would like to mount a 21 foot2 meter Stationmaster about 2 or 3 feet away from tower top leg. Anyone

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Cheap Tunnel Heatsink

2006-02-11 Thread albemarle7
In a message dated 2/11/2006 3:10:54 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: http://www.ve3tjd.com/pictures/tech%20stuff/ What a perfect heatsink for that variable power supply load that was bouncing around on R-B about a year or two ago. You could vary the Amp Load on your

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Cheap Tunnel Heatsink

2006-02-11 Thread albemarle7
Re variable power supply load. Info should be in archives section. I do have a hand drawn schematic somewhere in one of mypaper piles. Will take a look. Maybe someone can direct Brett to a better source for the schematic. Gary K2UQ YAHOO! GROUPS LINKS

[Repeater-Builder] Re Mic hangup clip installation

2006-02-01 Thread albemarle7
Velcro, foam tapeand any type of glue just don't do it. Come summertime the heat build makes the glue soft and the weight from the mic pulls the clip away from the plastic dashboard. Outgassing of the plastic dashboard and glue is a problem also. My solution is the get your new mic clip

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Mountain Lion time!

2006-01-25 Thread albemarle7
Skipp, Congratulations on the mountain lion sighting. Beautiful. Be careful you don't turn into lunch. Now you know why the Pot Growers have guns. You asked what's in my pocket? The answer is our new governor Jon Corzine's hand. Gary K2UQ YAHOO! GROUPS LINKS

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Generator question

2006-01-25 Thread albemarle7
Re Block heatersthank you all for the suggestions. What a great repeater group. Gary K2UQ YAHOO! GROUPS LINKS Visit your group "Repeater-Builder" on the web. To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Your use of Yahoo! Groups

Re: [Repeater-Builder] STATION MASTER WHERE TO BUY

2006-01-23 Thread albemarle7
Be careful when buying from Tessco or anyone else for that matter. Make sure you check it out prior to putting it on the tower. I bought a newStationmaster for 2 meters about 2 years ago from them and didn't have time to check it out prior to installation. It resonates at 136 mhz. they

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Azden PCS-4000

2006-01-22 Thread albemarle7
The Back Up battery for the Azden PCS-4000 is a sealed Ni-Cd 50 mAh 3.6 volt. When replacing same, a 'Method of initial charge procedure' is required. I do have the PCS-4000 manual and would be happy to send the instructions to you via snail mail or FAX the information to youif you provide

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Azden PCS-4000

2006-01-22 Thread albemarle7
Did you see my posting dated 1/22/2006 time 11:22:55 AM EST about the Azden PCS-4000 battery? E-mail me direct [EMAIL PROTECTED] and put Azden PCS-4000 in Subject column so I don't dump it. I have info that will help you. Gary K2UQ Trenton, NJ YAHOO! GROUPS

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Generator question

2006-01-15 Thread albemarle7
In a message dated 1/15/2006 11:25:43 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: http://www.etipinc.com/universal.asp?cat=maint Dale...N8SAC...Thanks for the info on equipment heaters from etipinc. Your suggestion is right on target. Should work great on drinking water with GFI,

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Generator question

2006-01-14 Thread albemarle7
My Chevy 454 Suburban has engine block heaters. Try your GM dealer. Also see if your engine can take 5w30 synthetic such as Mobile One. JC Whitney may have an oil dip stick heater to serve your needs. Trane home air conditioner pumps have a built in heater to keep oil at certain viscosity.

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Tower installs

2005-12-28 Thread albemarle7
Al and all, Agreed drilling a hole in the base at the high stress point is not the best idea But, you must remember that a towerwill remain there for many years. I have tried the porous pea gravel method and after a few years the porous effect gets clogged up like the fuel filter on

[Repeater-Builder] Additional suggestion on Tower Installation

2005-12-27 Thread albemarle7
Be aware that when a tower is connected to a house for support it willcause noise created by wind, vibration, creaking, moaning, grinding, etc. to be transmitted throughout the house. This can keep the wife and maybe you upset while trying to sleep to the point that you wish you didn't

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Duplexer tuning with Return Loss Bridge

2005-12-21 Thread albemarle7
Skipp.Thank you for the info on duplexer tuningwith RF power change. Interesting. Maybe expansion of the actual can due to heat vs Invar rods? Gary YAHOO! GROUPS LINKS Visit your group "Repeater-Builder" on the web. To unsubscribe from this group,

[Repeater-Builder] Duplexer tuning info from Eagle

2005-12-21 Thread albemarle7
Eric/Skipp/Jeff and other guru's.Thank you for the great information and suggestions on duplexer tuning. I downloaded 'Duplexer Tuning Using the EAGLE Return Loss Bridge' instruction sheet and find it very informative. Maybe this old dog can learn some new tricks.Nice Repeater-Builder

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Duplexer tuning with Return Loss Bridge

2005-12-21 Thread albemarle7
Great idea (I hope) using a dual RF directional coupler as a Return Loss Bridge. We have a Bird dual coupler. Just hook up two Bird 43 slugs and meters and wham bam, tune away on low power of course. Or maybe some people have a dual needle wattmeter which would work well also? Cool beans.

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Looking for data on old heliax/Jeff

2005-12-01 Thread albemarle7
Jeff, I have information on Cablewave Systems FXA 14-50 1/4 (810951-002). Foamflex copper center, low loss cellular polyethylene foam dielectric and smooth wall aluminum outer conductor. Cablesize: 1/4 inch Imp 50 ohm velocity of Propagation percent 81 Max. Freq 90% fco Ghz 19.2 etc., etc.

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Looking for data on old heliax

2005-12-01 Thread albemarle7
Jeff, I FAXed you the Cablewave Systems data sheet on the 1/4 inch hardline earlier this evening. Hope you received it and it's what your looking for. I did talk to my friend in Connecticut this evening and he said Cablewave Systems is now called Radio Frequency Systems (RFS) and relocated

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Ultimate test coax cables

2005-08-16 Thread albemarle7
Joe, I've melted PL259 connectors on 20 meters but never seen one glow because of the spring becoming so hot. Bet it took the temper and tension out of that spring. We had a Radio Shack store in town catch on fire last year.Someone placed some combustible liquid next to a space heater and

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Ultimate test coax cables

2005-08-15 Thread albemarle7
While the discussion is about proper and quality cable, don't forget to keep away from PL 259 style Tee connectors sold by Radio Shack. They have a little coil spring that puts pressure on the center conductor going between both SO 239 ends. This little springis the center connectionand it

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Air Variable Capacitors for DB4060

2005-08-08 Thread albemarle7
For the capacitors..try Nebraska Sales. They advertise in QST. Gary K2UQ YAHOO! GROUPS LINKS Visit your group "Repeater-Builder" on the web. To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to the

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: GE Phoenix Radios as Links/solderless pins

2005-07-27 Thread albemarle7
A way of crimping solderless lugs, pins on connectors, etc. when your out in the field and don't have the correct crimpers. Instead of using the needlenose pliers above the fulcrum point, use the areajust below the fulcrum point. A tremendous amount of pressure can be achieved when using

[Repeater-Builder] carrier drop pulse

2005-07-25 Thread albemarle7
Here is one for you guru's and BMOC problem solvers. Must admit there are a lot of good ones in this group. A 2 meter repeater 15 miles away using a Mastr2 PLL exciter emits a carrier drop pulse of about500 ms in duration on a frequency 225 khz down from the repeaters xmit freq.

Re: [Repeater-Builder] carrier drop pulse

2005-07-25 Thread albemarle7
Thank you both for the good suggestions. It isn't my repeater. I believe its a base station. Gary YAHOO! GROUPS LINKS Visit your group "Repeater-Builder" on the web. To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Your use of Yahoo!

[Repeater-Builder] 6 meter duplexer construction

2005-07-22 Thread albemarle7
Maybe find an old DB 4048 and replace the 5 inch aluminum tubing.An area farmermight have a couple lengths of damaged 5 inch irrigation tubing laying around. Hack off somerequired lengths.You have the top and bottom caps from the DB 4048. Lengthen the pick up loops. Just a thought. Gary

Re: [Repeater-Builder] db-4062 duplexer

2005-07-07 Thread albemarle7
KA9FER DB4062 duplexer to change band segments. I have loop information you need to modify or replace the loops. Its a little complicated (for me anyway). If you give me a FAX number or snail mail info I can send the information to you. It won't look pretty or clear because is will be a

Re: [Repeater-Builder] IFR 1200/A Service Monitor

2005-06-22 Thread albemarle7
To all who may be interested. Isoon maybe listingon R-P in the next couple days prior to E-Bay a mint condition IFR FM/AM-1600S. Calibration 6 months ago. A good friend owns it, he offered it to me because its too hard to drive.(I agree). I alreadypossess an IFR 1500. Neither have a

Re: [Repeater-Builder] IFR 1200/A Service Monitor

2005-06-22 Thread albemarle7
Wow.what a bargain. I don't think either of you two guys could sleep at nights if you paid $200 for either.Remember, god will get ya. I thought suggestions would be in line of : the 1500 is easier to use, etc. Man you guys are tough. Gary K2UQ Yahoo! Groups Links To

Re: [Repeater-Builder] base station power supply/relay problem

2005-06-17 Thread albemarle7
Lawdog14 with the sticky relay switching over to or from battery backup. This is going to sound crazy but you should try it before you laugh. Isolved many a relay problem by sticking a thin piece of paper between the soft iron core of the coil and the clapper of the relay. Sometimesthe

[Repeater-Builder] Radio Shack electronic parts availability

2005-06-13 Thread albemarle7
Some people were talking about not being able to purchase parts from Radio Shack. RS a couple years ago was operating a commercial/industrial mail order service very much like Digiti Key etc. I have an RS Industrial catalog #C899 and it offers quite a nice selection of components. I have

Re: [Repeater-Builder] mixing problem?

2005-06-12 Thread albemarle7
Bearcat scanners are notorious transmitters. Try listening on 136.83 and 158.43 for a carrieronyour repeater receiver 147.63. Try other combinations of plus or minus the scanner IF freq of 10.8 mhz. Gary K2UQ Yahoo! Groups Links To visit your group on the web, go

Re: [Repeater-Builder] New antenna install ? Any tips ??

2005-06-12 Thread albemarle7
It it really true long lasting antenna installs are onlyachieved when the weather is so cold the Scotch 33 cracks as your wrapping the connector? Gary K2UQ Yahoo! Groups Links To visit your group on the web, go to:http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/ To

[Repeater-Builder] Help with VHF PA failure

2005-06-09 Thread albemarle7
Lee - N3APP and Eric WB6FLY..and all others who made suggestions. Thank you all. Re Mastr II 100 watt power amp has one of the parallel output transistors defective. To those who don't realize, the cold one is the defective one. If it ain't smokin, its loafin. The suggestion to

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Help with VHF PA failure

2005-06-09 Thread albemarle7
Tom, Good point about the possibility of a hairline crack ina solder joint. Have seen that before also. Unfortunately I have been all over the PA section with high wattage iron. Thank you for your comments. 73, Gary K2UQ Yahoo! Groups Links To visit your group on the web, go

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Mastr@ Base 2 mtr pwr amp failure need help

2005-06-07 Thread albemarle7
Eric and Lee, Re VHF amp failure. Thank you both for your fine suggestions. Almost fixed. The junction between the PA and output filter board was broken. This was repaired. The Astron bench supply does crowbar at 80 RF watts outputat 19 amps, (too high)Running the RF amp at 70 watts

[Repeater-Builder] Mastr@ Base 2 mtr pwr amp failure need help

2005-06-05 Thread albemarle7
Local 2 mtr repeater using MastrII Base repeater station experiencing power amp failure. Circuit board 19D424266G1 Rev3. I do not have manual. Am told its a 100 watt unit. It does not have the 4 parallel output transistors in PA section. Symptoms are: turn up power controlto 90 watts and

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Strange Desense issue on VHF Quantar

2005-05-28 Thread albemarle7
Had something similar the other day in workshop. Hooked repeater up to dummy load and it went away.Back on antenna andpulses reappeared.Found a Bearcat scanner was in scan mode producing a series of pulses near repeater frequency seen on spectrum analyzer. Turned scanner off and pulse

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Poor Repeater RX

2005-05-24 Thread albemarle7
Novice license? Old call KN2BDK. (8-20-52). It was really tough removing desense in the crystal set receivercaused byspark gap transmitter. Been trying ever since, haven'tfigured itout yet. Gary K2UQ Yahoo! Groups Links To visit your group on the web, go

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Get together at Dayton

2005-05-18 Thread albemarle7
Elisha Great idea on the R-B dinner Saturday evening. Want it organized right? Let a woman do it. Sorry guys... Gary K2UQ Yahoo! Groups Links To visit your group on the web, go to:http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/ To unsubscribe from this group, send an

[Repeater-Builder] Micor Mobile 110 watt amp

2005-05-10 Thread albemarle7
Kevin, Just got a Micor mobile repeater going. Was planning on running 110 watt amp around 65 watts. Installed a 120 vac squirrel cage fan right next to side heatsink.It is controlled via thermo switch mounted inside radio on heatsink casting. This fan nearly blows the paint off the

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Astron parts update

2005-05-02 Thread albemarle7
Mike, Thanks for the heads up on Astron. Will try to buy a board from Skipp instead as you suggest. Am having trouble finding this mysterous person called Skipp. Gary K2UQ Yahoo! Groups Links To visit your group on the web, go

[Repeater-Builder] Another Astron failure

2005-04-28 Thread albemarle7
Have an old Astron RS35A supply that I installed their OVP circuit about a year ago as a safety measure. Been working fine until now. Normal amp draw 20 amps. OVP circuit now trips easily. Checked collector solder joints as WW8RR (I think) suggested, they are fine.No load ripple about 150

Re: [Repeater-Builder] re: RE: RE: duplexer retuning

2005-04-24 Thread albemarle7
milguy Were rootin' for ya'let us know how you do because we have a Wacom 641 that is also 15 khz off and we plan to walk them in.My analyzer is on its way back to IFR. Good luck Gary Katona K2UQ Trenton, NJ Yahoo! Groups Links To visit your group on the web, go

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Fan Temp Switch

2005-04-08 Thread albemarle7
FAN SWITCH...I use Airpax Series 6700. http://www.airpaxtsp.com/tspsite/6700.html. They are available in a number of temperature settings. Size TO220 package. I drive a 12 volt relay with mine, then I can control anything with relay contacts. Not bad price $6.85 each.Part No 67F040 (40 deg

Re: [Repeater-Builder] IFR FM/AM-1200S Service Monitor Operating Manual

2005-03-27 Thread albemarle7
I also have IFR 1200. Would appreciate .pdf copy. Thank you, Gary K2UQ [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links To visit your group on the web, go to:http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/ To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Your use of

Re: [Repeater-Builder] RC 1000 Controller

2005-03-13 Thread albemarle7
The Ron Wright RC1000 is a little tricky. Make sure you have the correct Control Program Select Code List (Table 15.1) for the Revision of your controller. You should use the table that is in the book that came with the controller. They are all different. I have a number of these RC1000

Re: [Repeater-Builder] RC 1000 Controller

2005-03-13 Thread albemarle7
ReRC1000..I experienced same problem you mentioned about it accepts the instruction by giving RR but it really didn't. I call the controller the fortune cookie controller because it lies to me by saying it accepted the code but it really didn't. First off, don't be afraid to do a reset

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: RC 1000 Controller (MCC List Available)

2005-03-13 Thread albemarle7
John, Thank you for the heads up on MCC Controller list. Very interesting. Gary K2UQ Yahoo! Groups Links To visit your group on the web, go to:http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/ To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Your use of Yahoo!

[Repeater-Builder] Schematic or Manual for Biddle 433F

2005-03-11 Thread albemarle7
Am looking for a schematic or manual for a Biddle 433F TDR Cable Test Set. Trying to return a favor to a friend who has helped me greatly in the past. Willing to pay for, copy, etc. Thank you, Gary K2UQ Trenton, NJ [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links To visit your group on

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Retuning of Sinclair I2113A Isolator

2005-03-06 Thread albemarle7
I agree with Eric WB6FLY to return unit to Sincair for factory adjustment and modification. My RFS/Celwave Model PCC-150B was on 158.1 Mhz and I had it factory retuned to 147 band. Cost of factory mod was well worth the $125 plus shipping. They retuned, replaced a 6T coil, adjusted coil

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Retuning of Sinclair I2113A Isolator

2005-03-06 Thread albemarle7
Larry -Re Isolator rework. I am by far no expert on any of this stuff but a simple phonecall to the manufacturer of the particular brand Isolator/Circulator might be the best thing to do. Even if the manufacturer ofa particular item may have gone belly up, those in the trade usually

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Retuning of Sinclair I2113A Isolator

2005-03-06 Thread albemarle7
Larry, RussW3CH just emailed for you to contact him at [EMAIL PROTECTED] and he can help you out. Gary Yahoo! Groups Links To visit your group on the web, go to:http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/ To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:[EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [Repeater-Builder] OT- Cushman CE5

2005-02-28 Thread albemarle7
I have same problem with IFR 1200. Need crt. Someone said it is a 95AB31 by Hatachi. Anyone have one of these puppies in there junk box? Just got off telephone with Aeroflex a few minutes ago about my IFR1500. Whew, those people are something else. They have had posession of my IFR1500

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: FS: Genuine Factory 142 - 150.8 MHz. (TLD-8272B) Micor 2M Receiver - W3KKC

2005-02-27 Thread albemarle7
Kevin, Am interested in Micor Rx. What are you asking for it? Gary K2UQ Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/ * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] * Your use of

[Repeater-Builder] Micor Mobile ckt bd ID

2005-02-12 Thread albemarle7
Please identify this circuit board TLD 8491A-3. Run up as follows: TLD4081A1 4 channel exciter TLD 8491 A-3 ??? TFD 6111A Bandpass Filter TLD 1602A 45 Watt Power Amp TFD 1601A Harmonic Filter The ??? TLD8491A-3 board has 8 tuning slugs in cans L1401 thru L1408 It also has a miniature

Re: [Repeater-Builder] A big THANK YOU!

2005-02-11 Thread albemarle7
To Russ W3CH, Please keep me in the info loop on the DB228 antenna. I have one also and would like to have it installed on an 8 feet center to center tower or half way up a 300 foot 24 inch center/center tower. Prefer not reinventing the wheel and obviously you did your homework and I

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Has any one used a DB-228

2005-02-03 Thread albemarle7
Request for guidance on a DB228I have a DB228 antenna designed for 2 meters. Needed is the proper mounting hardware/ mounting instructionsand some technical info on it. A minor problem exists where the coax connects to the dipole elements set screws being rusty and about half require

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Has any one used a DB-228

2005-02-03 Thread albemarle7
Dean, Thank you for the offer of installation help. I will give you a call tomorrow morning. Gary K2UQ Yahoo! Groups Links To visit your group on the web, go to:http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/ To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:[EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Starting out with a Mastr II

2005-01-28 Thread albemarle7
In a message dated 1/28/2005 6:21:59 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: http://www.repeater-builder.com/rbtip/m2icoms.html Thank you Mike Morris WA6ILQ, Scott Zimmerman N3XCC and Kevin Custer W3KKC for the excellent information and explanation article titled Various

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Starting out with a Mastr II

2005-01-28 Thread albemarle7
ED K3SWJ..please include me in your Mastr II information. I would love to learn more about the insides of these Mastr II radios. Gary K2UQ [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links To visit your group on the web, go to:http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/ To

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Simpson meters??

2005-01-19 Thread albemarle7
Also might want to try Sunshine Scientific in Philadelphia, Pa. They repaired our Simpson meters for us. Don't know if they still do or not though. I do have some Simpson manuals for the 260 and 269 series meters. If you can tell me what scale went south I might be able to tell you the

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: It is really funny!

2005-01-19 Thread albemarle7
Childrenchildrenlisten up... I've had a Maggiore R4VH Hi Pro Receiver and EV1H Transmitter purchased 7-18-83 on the air at a high RF environment and I must admit, it works great. Thank you Paul, your fine equipment has served me well. It is as good as, if not better than the Moto

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Micor PL Tx board request

2005-01-15 Thread albemarle7
Yes, a Micor mobile converted to repeater. Gary K2UQ Yahoo! Groups Links To visit your group on the web, go to:http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/ To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to the Yahoo!

[Repeater-Builder] Micor PL Tx board request

2005-01-13 Thread albemarle7
Would anyone be willing to swap or sell me the correct Micor Tx PL deck. The one I need has a pin spacing of about 3/8 inch. The one I have is pin spacing of 5/32 inch and has stamped TLN5731xxx. I do not need this one. I need the wide pin spacing Tx one. Thanks, Gary K2UQ

[Repeater-Builder] Isolator/Circulator retune

2004-12-29 Thread albemarle7
Purchased a nice RFS Systems model PCC150-B off E-Bay set for 158.1 mhz. Sent it to factory for realignment to 2 meter band. Required test for magnet and reglue, replacement of a coil and re adjustment, modification of filter, reset isolator output trap. Cost was $125 plus shipping back in May

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Isolator/Circulator retune

2004-12-29 Thread albemarle7
Bob (NO6B), Congratulations on the frequency shift of the Isolator. Bet there is a lot of people on this reflector like me that wouldn't attempt that. Gary K2UQ Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/ * To

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Telewave TWPC-1005-1 (Was DCI Band Pass Filter)

2004-12-28 Thread albemarle7
Skipp, Thank you for the information about the Telewave TWPC-1005-1 Filter install. Gary K2UQ Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/ * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Telewave TWPC-1005-1 (Was DCI Band Pass Filter)

2004-12-27 Thread albemarle7
Eric, Thank you for the explanation of the TWPC-4508-2 bandpass filter and its application. This is the way people like me who have been playing with this stuff gets straight info on how things really work without spending wasted hours at the repeater site. I thought this filter could be

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Telewave TWPC-1005-1 (Was DCI Band Pass Filter)

2004-12-27 Thread albemarle7
Eric, Thank you for the information. I shall try in the very near future. God info !! Gary K2UQ Yahoo! Groups Links To visit your group on the web, go to:http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/ To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Your

Re: [Repeater-Builder] DCI Band Pass Filter

2004-12-26 Thread albemarle7
To W3CH - Russ, suggestions on installation of DCI Band Pass Filter.. Come on, lets share this information on R-B about DCI filters with the rest of us learners. What is the best way to install? Where in duplexer line, etc.? Have one of these things also. Having trouble with a FM

[Repeater-Builder] IFR 1500 manual

2004-12-25 Thread albemarle7
Hi and season greetings to all.question: In need of an operating and/or service manual for an IFR 1500 service monitor. If someone here would have one for sale, or would take one to Kinko's, Staples, or wherever and have it copied for me, I would greatly appreciate and be happy to pay for

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: controller madness (whiz' bang - sparkle!)

2004-12-08 Thread albemarle7
ReYour comments on jap wheeze-o-matic rice burners. You must be referring to those plastic jelly beans with mufflers that sound like an elephant passing gas. They are so UN-cool. Gary K2UQ Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to:

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Coax Question

2004-11-29 Thread albemarle7
A very nice article for installing PL259 connectors on hard line can be found at http://repeater.w4zt.com/duplexer/superflex/index.html . The article titled Using Andrew FSJ1-50A 1/4 Superflex Heliax with PL-259 Connectors is the one to read. Someone also suggested drilling holes in the

Re: [Repeater-Builder] radial tire static?

2004-11-24 Thread albemarle7
Graphite source is any hardware store. Extra Fine Graphite Manufactured by AGS Co. Muskegon, Mi 49443 and Lub-a-Spray manufactured by Panef Manufacturing Co., Inc Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Both come in a handheld plastic squeeze tube about 5 inches long and 1 inch diameter. Remove plastic cap,

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Help needed (humor)

2004-11-02 Thread albemarle7
Congratulations to Jeff Depolo. Hope you enjoy many happy years with the new bride. Gary K2UQ Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/ * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] *

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Contact info

2004-10-25 Thread albemarle7
Phone number for Cook Towers: 877- 992-2665 ask for Kathy AB2LF. [EMAIL PROTECTED]. Tell us how it goes. I would like to try them also. Info received via W3CH. smile Gary K2UQ Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to:

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