RE: [Repeater-Builder] OT Power Factor

2009-02-13 Thread Chris Curtis
We are going to try a tankless water heater (electric, not gaseous). Heat pump was a big help this year. Washer and dryer are pretty good but with 4 kids, they get used quite a bit. Chris Kb0wlf Replacing all sorts of old appliances helps in this category... --SNIP-- Oh, the clothes are

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Simple Emergency Repeater Idea

2009-02-14 Thread Chris Curtis
I ran a 6m and 70cm multicast repeater for years with 100' horizontal separation and 30' vertical separation. Granted the vertical separation makes more difference but the 100' horizontal certainly didn't hurt. I ran 100 watts on 6m 1.7meg split and about 55 watts on 70cm. I did finally get 2

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Ge Mastr ii base antenna relay

2009-02-19 Thread Chris Curtis
With no power to the relay, the path is from ant port to rx port. Tx goes nowhere. Chris Kb0wlf From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of BERNARD GNAT Sent: Thursday, February 19, 2009 1:18 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject:

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Somewhat OT - an interesting antenna design

2009-02-20 Thread Chris Curtis
-snip-   Pessimist About All Things Digital, Gary in IL   -snip- I HEAR THAT! =] Kill off my analog C-band for pizza dish channels stacked 20 to a transponder. Kill off my analog Motorola 550 flip phone [about 2 bath size soap bars] for gurgling under water conversations. Kill off my analog

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Somewhat OT - an interesting antenna design

2009-02-20 Thread Chris Curtis
As long as they send more gubmint cheese with them naughts and unns, we-all in Missouri Ozarks will be just fine! Chris Kb0wlf From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Gary Glaenzer Sent: Friday, February 20, 2009 7:03 AM To:

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Somewhat OT - How to make HDTV *really* work

2009-02-23 Thread Chris Curtis
Ebooks right? =] Chris Kb0wlf -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Nate Duehr Sent: Monday, February 23, 2009 1:54 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] Somewhat OT - How to make

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Somewhat OT - How to make HDTV *really* work

2009-02-23 Thread Chris Curtis
Reminds me of when the CB'ers in town ask me how many channels my ic-7000 has. Harsh =] Chris Kb0wlf -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of wd8chl Sent: Monday, February 23, 2009 2:48 PM To:

[Repeater-Builder] WANTED: exec II desktop

2009-02-24 Thread Chris Curtis
How goes it everyone? Chris, kb0wlf here. I'm looking for Exec II desktop or wall mount radios. I'd like a vhf-lo, vhf-hi, and a uhf. Preferably, of course, INEXPENSIVE. =] Putting together a system with 6m/2m repeaters and a 70cm remote base. After reading the repeater building checklist, I

[Repeater-Builder] WANTED: heliax

2009-02-24 Thread Chris Curtis
Ok, so I also could use some heliax. Now, I understand fsj is the flexi but is it really that bad to install from antenna to shack? The reason I ask is there is some fsj4 on ebay. No ldf in any considerable length. I was looking at ldf1 but got quoted 1.25 a foot vs 190.00 for 250' of fsj4.

RE: [Repeater-Builder] WANTED: heliax

2009-02-24 Thread Chris Curtis
73 Curt W1FSM Chris Curtis wrote: Ok, so I also could use some heliax. Now, I understand fsj is the flexi but is it really that bad to install from antenna to shack? The reason I ask is there is some fsj4 on ebay. No ldf in any considerable length. I was looking at ldf1 but got quoted

RE: [Repeater-Builder] WANTED: heliax

2009-02-24 Thread Chris Curtis
Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Chris Curtis Sent: Tuesday, February 24, 2009 5:13 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] WANTED: heliax I appreciate the tips on where to find the stuff

RE: [Repeater-Builder] WANTED: heliax

2009-02-24 Thread Chris Curtis
1/4, RG-58 diameter) as jumpers to the rigs - no more than 3' in length. Mark - N9WYS -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com On Behalf Of Chris Curtis I appreciate the tips on where to find the stuff. Does anyone have an opinion of installing the FSJ product instead

RE: [Repeater-Builder] WANTED: exec II desktop

2009-02-25 Thread Chris Curtis
, 2009 4:23 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] WANTED: exec II desktop I have a few, all 100% working, clean. uhf and vhf, 50.00 each, plus shipping. (desk models) Lance N2HBA - Original Message - From: Chris Curtis mailto:demo...@rollanet.org

RE: [Repeater-Builder] 4EX12A12

2009-02-27 Thread Chris Curtis
Thanks for the info. I've got a test set for exec/mastr II (permanent cable) Was looking for something for my porta mobils Finding the appropriate cable would be interesting. =] Chris Kb0wlf -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com

[Repeater-Builder] exec I vs exec II

2009-03-03 Thread Chris Curtis
Anyone have a short version of the differences between an exec I station and an exec II station? Are the innards swappable? Thanks for your time. Chris Kb0wlf

RE: [Repeater-Builder] exec I vs exec II

2009-03-03 Thread Chris Curtis
exec II I think the exec I had a tube final RX was solid state looks nothing like an exec II so I would say no. tom [Original Message] From: Chris Curtis demo...@rollanet.org To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Date: 3/3/2009 5:06:57 PM Subject: [Repeater-Builder] exec I vs exec II

[Repeater-Builder] WANTED: mastr II mobile coax assemblies

2009-03-07 Thread Chris Curtis
So, does anyone have a handful of coax assemblies they took out of mastr II mobiles? You know, the phono to so-239 bits? OR, what's the consensus on adding the rx port in a conversion? Thanks for your time. Chris Kb0wlf

RE: [Repeater-Builder] WANTED: mastr II mobile coax assemblies

2009-03-07 Thread Chris Curtis
Teflon coax. You can get crimp chassis jacks for it, or use a hood. Short center pin Teflon phono plugs are available from The RF Connection. Chuck WB2EDV - Original Message - From: Chris Curtis demo...@rollanet.org To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, March 07, 2009 7

RE: [Repeater-Builder] WANTED: exec II desktop

2009-03-13 Thread Chris Curtis
@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] WANTED: exec II desktop I have a few, all 100% working, clean. uhf and vhf, 50.00 each, plus shipping. (desk models) Lance N2HBA - Original Message - From: Chris Curtis mailto:demo...@rollanet.org To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com

RE: [Repeater-Builder] OT: Making PDFs

2009-03-22 Thread Chris Curtis
Or Microsoft office has a free plug-in that gives pdf export capability to office apps. Chris Kb0wlf 3185 Btw, my wife is a graphics designer for the local newspaper and has MAC stuff all over the place but I'm still die hard wintel -Original Message- From:

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Anyone ever used this repeater controller?

2009-03-27 Thread Chris Curtis
HAHA! Sounds like my house! chris Kb0wlf -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of n...@no6b.com Sent: Friday, March 27, 2009 1:00 AM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Anyone ever

RE: [Repeater-Builder] low band duplexer question

2009-03-29 Thread Chris Curtis
Ok, thanks to ALL the replies. Yes, the split the duplexer was using IS greater than a 1.5 megs. Therefore, there are no stubs present, shorted or open. So, just little caps over where they would have been. I'll be using a 1.7 meg split so I'm good. From the 6m conversion fax document, the

[Repeater-Builder] ifr page on rb website

2009-04-06 Thread Chris Curtis
Has the IFR page on the rb website been taken off? Was wanting to get the service manual for the ifr-1200s and perhaps a parts catalog. If anyone has one, I'd greatly appreciate it. Thanks, Chris Kb0wlf

RE: [Repeater-Builder] ifr page on rb website

2009-04-07 Thread Chris Curtis
- From: Chris Curtis demo...@rollanet.org To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, April 06, 2009 8:10 PM Subject: [Repeater-Builder] ifr page on rb website Has the IFR page on the rb website been taken off? Was wanting to get the service manual for the ifr-1200s and perhaps

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Ridiculus

2009-04-08 Thread Chris Curtis
What's a ham radio? Chris Kb0wlf From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Lee Pennington Sent: Wednesday, April 08, 2009 3:38 PM Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Ridiculus === THIS IS

RE: [Repeater-Builder] (OT) APCO P25 horror stories anyone?

2009-04-09 Thread Chris Curtis
Eyeing my collection of 80's era open reel tape. Anyone ELSE remember when open reel tape was an option with the music club. 8 track tape was too but not a cd in sight! Chris Kb0wlf Teac x-1000r and 700r -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Repeater-

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Remote Receiver

2009-04-15 Thread Chris Curtis
I'll +1 this. I like the simple package of a crossbanded g.e. mastr ii. I didn't use ant xtra hardware either. I just jumped the rx to the tx. Chris Kb0wlf -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Repeater- buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of n...@no6b.com

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Nice way to Celebrate Samuel Morse Birthday on the I-Phone App

2009-04-29 Thread Chris Curtis
If you are a windows mobile user, pocketdigi does code also. The iphone app is REALLY slick looking though! Chris Kb0wlf -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Repeater- buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Don Sent: Tuesday, April 28, 2009 9:16 PM To:

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Rule Question

2009-04-29 Thread Chris Curtis
You can have a bunch, but they have to be listed: (b) If the control station(s) will operate on the same frequency as the mobile station, and if the height of the control station(s) antenna(s) will not exceed 6.1 meters (20 feet) above ground or an existing man-made structure (other than an

[Repeater-Builder] WANTED: db403X cans

2009-05-04 Thread Chris Curtis
Does anyone have some cans from a db4030 or db4032 duplxer ? Just need a couple cans and harness Thanks! Chris Kb0wlf

[Repeater-Builder] WTB: mastr exec II 13 split

2009-05-18 Thread Chris Curtis
Hey gang, I'd like to source a 13 split mastr exec II. Mobile or station, or even just the modules + pa. Thanks for the bandwidth! Chris Kb0wlf

RE: [Repeater-Builder] what controller to use for repeater and link to be installed 800' in the air?

2009-06-01 Thread Chris Curtis
ff-800 would be my choice if I had the money http://www.rollanet.org/~joeh chris kb0wlf -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Repeater- buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of transistor747 Sent: Monday, June 01, 2009 9:31 AM To:

RE: [Repeater-Builder] RLC DPS-404

2009-06-03 Thread Chris Curtis
How much are you wanting out of 1 (one) Chris Kb0wlf From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Mike Mullarkey Sent: Wednesday, June 03, 2009 10:26 AM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: [Repeater-Builder] RLC DPS-404

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Need tips for repeater performance

2009-06-17 Thread Chris Curtis
That's true Ken! I used 9913 non flex in my first repeater system. It was single site/split antenna, but still. =] Chris Kb0wlf -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Repeater- buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Ken Arck Sent: Wednesday, June 17,

[Repeater-Builder] FS: Porta Mobil II stuff

2009-06-20 Thread Chris Curtis
Hello all, I'm selling off all my porta mobil II stuff. Ebay auction number: 180369776647 4 radios, vehicle adapter, test set, carrying case, chargers. I just don't think I'll ever get around to crystalling these for ham use! Chris Kb0wlf

RE: [Repeater-Builder] MastrII Receiver Failure

2009-06-26 Thread Chris Curtis
I have a mastr EXEC II receiver (33 split) that I can't get sensitivity to increase. I replaced the fet as outlined below on the mastr II query. No joy though. I'm using an am/fm-1200s to tune the receiver. .5~1uv is where the receiver is coming to life. I have a couple vhf and uhf exec II

RE: [Repeater-Builder] MastrII Receiver Failure

2009-06-26 Thread Chris Curtis
problem. Chuck WB2EDV - Original Message - From: Chris Curtis demo...@rollanet.org To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, June 26, 2009 10:45 AM Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] MastrII Receiver Failure I have a mastr EXEC II receiver (33 split) that I can't get

RE: [Repeater-Builder] MastrII Receiver Failure

2009-06-26 Thread Chris Curtis
end assembly. I definitely would first test it at it's original frequency before I did any mods. 73, Joe, K1ike Chris Curtis wrote: I have a mastr EXEC II receiver (33 split) that I can't get sensitivity to increase. Yahoo! Groups

RE: [Repeater-Builder] MastrII Receiver Failure

2009-06-26 Thread Chris Curtis
that just won't go above 50Mhz. You can mod the one you have, or just buy another front end assembly. I definitely would first test it at it's original frequency before I did any mods. 73, Joe, K1ike Chris Curtis wrote: I have a mastr EXEC II receiver (33 split) that I can't get sensitivity

RE: [Repeater-Builder] MastrII Receiver Failure

2009-06-27 Thread Chris Curtis
Yes, the I do have a uhs for the uhf. =] Chris Kb0wlf -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Repeater- buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of n...@no6b.com Sent: Saturday, June 27, 2009 10:37 AM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE:

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Exec II receiver fiddling WAS:MastrII Receiver Failure

2009-06-29 Thread Chris Curtis
[mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Chris Curtis Sent: Friday, June 26, 2009 4:16 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] MastrII Receiver Failure You are correct sir, no mesh. Isn't that that pits. So I take it I'll

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Exec II receiver fiddling WAS:MastrII Receiver Failure

2009-06-29 Thread Chris Curtis
till it flows or till I had to put on a glove or drop the casting hihi. Don Kirchner W5DK -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Chris Curtis Sent: Monday, June 29, 2009 1:42 PM To: Repeater-Builder

RE: [Repeater-Builder] GM300 Crossband Ham repeater Bi-Directional

2009-06-30 Thread Chris Curtis
To be honest, I'd get an old alinco 599 for cheap and do what your yaesu does. Otherwise, get an arcom 210 or something similar and set EACH port for non repeating. Then when a signal on one port comes in, it'll repeat on the other ports but not the port receiving. And vice versa for the other

[Repeater-Builder] FS/FT: MOTO tone reeds

2009-07-10 Thread Chris Curtis
How goes it? I have, in a box, the following Motorola tone elements: Kln 6209a 88.5 91.5 127.3 131.8 x3 192.8 206.5 x2 Kln 6210a 82.5 141.3 146.2 Tln 6824a 67.0 103.5 127.3 x2 156.7 162.2 167.9 179.9 192.8 Tln8381a 67.6 94.8 x2 103.5 107.2 118.8 131.8 141.3 146.2 151.4 156.7 167.9 Tln6492 ba

[Repeater-Builder] looking for a G.E. deskmate cabinet

2009-07-10 Thread Chris Curtis
Does anyone around south central Missouri have a G.E. deskmate size (or possibly even a tall size) rack cabinet they want to get rid of? Just about done with a repeater project and want to house it. Thanks for the bandwidth. Chris Kb0wlf

RE: [Repeater-Builder] looking for a G.E. desk mate cabinet

2009-07-11 Thread Chris Curtis
Of Chris Curtis Sent: Friday, July 10, 2009 6:37 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: [Repeater-Builder] looking for a G.E. deskmate cabinet Does anyone around south central Missouri have a G.E. deskmate size (or possibly even a tall size) rack cabinet they want to get rid of? Just

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Service Monitor Question

2009-07-13 Thread Chris Curtis
The 8924c is nice. I have one of those. The 8920b manual will be of help with that unit. I've owned a com3. Was quick and easy but less featured, and less expensive. Chris Kb0wlf -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Repeater- buil...@yahoogroups.com] On

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Exec II receiver fiddling WAS:MastrII Receiver Failure

2009-07-14 Thread Chris Curtis
Ok, here's the update. I removed a single turn from each coil and replaced. I got more mesh but no real increase in sensitivity. So, I went back over the tuning instructions and looked for bottomed out slugs. I replaced the disc caps next to L404, L502, L503 with 7pf values. (what I had on

RE: [Repeater-Builder] MSF5000 Power Supply Capacitors

2009-07-15 Thread Chris Curtis
http://cgi.ebay.com/Capacitors-40VDC-145-000mfd-LARGE-LOT_W0QQitemZ160347033 254QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item25556d8ea6_trksid=p3286.c 0.m14_trkparms=65%3A1%7C66%3A2%7C39%3A1%7C293%3A1%7C294%3A50 there is a set of biggies chris kb0wlf -Original Message- From:

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Closed Repeaters

2009-07-26 Thread Chris Curtis
Until your local coordinating body cites you for interference on a coordinated frequency pair. Just to clarify my PERSONAL opinion, it doesn't hurt my feelings at all if a repeater is closed access. Chris Kb0wlf From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com

RE: [Repeater-Builder] phonepatch for Master 2

2009-07-26 Thread Chris Curtis
I used a CSI private patch V for quite awhile before moving to a controller with built in autopatch. http://www.connectsystems.com/products/top/PATCH%20CS900.html I don't think they make the private patch V, but they do have other products. Chris Kb0wlf From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: 2M Vertical Dipoles

2009-08-12 Thread Chris Curtis
Nuke a test piece and see if it gets hot. Chris Kb0wlf From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of AJ Sent: Wednesday, August 12, 2009 10:06 AM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: 2M Vertical Dipoles

RE: [Repeater-Builder] NHRC 3+ CW ID'ing problem

2009-08-30 Thread Chris Curtis
Are you wanting the cwid to act like a beacon? i.e. id every 10 minutes regardless of activity? You'd have to schedule that. Id timers don't handle that way. Chris Kb0wlf -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Repeater- buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: UHF Connectors for 1/2 Andrew Superflex

2009-08-31 Thread Chris Curtis
3/8 superflex works pretty good with regular pl-259. It screws right onto the jacket. Then solder the corrugated copper through the holes of the pl-259 I've used the 1/4 w/reducer as well. I also drilled the reducer to get all the way to the copper. Chris Kb0wlf -Original Message-

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: UHF Connectors for 1/2 Andrew Superflex

2009-08-31 Thread Chris Curtis
? Would be better than using silver connector and nickel reducer. Just trying to build two 3' jumpers to replace old RG9. How tight can you bend the 3/8? I might also need to rebuild a duplexer replacing old/missing RG142. Tony Chris Curtis wrote: 3/8 superflex works pretty good

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: UHF Connectors for 1/2 Andrew Superflex

2009-09-01 Thread Chris Curtis
I should have elaborated when I recommended the 3/8. I use a heat gun to make the jacket a little more pliable. Works great. Chris Kb0wlf -snip- For 3/8 Superflex, the OD of the cable shield is just a tad too big to screw into a PL-259 easily, so I take a drill bit and shave off the tips of

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Antenna SWR = Desense?

2009-09-03 Thread Chris Curtis
-snip- A side question, dealing with separation. Obviously, when you are using a split site, vertical separation makes you a lot more $ than horizontal does. But, in this type of situation, where you are a single antenna with a duplexer, what real difference does vertical or horizontal

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Rebuilding a Stationmaster

2009-09-10 Thread Chris Curtis
I found this online: http://www.srgclub.org/CollinearAnt-Repair-SMaster.html probably not what the original poster was looking for though. Chris Kb0wlf -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Repeater- buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of n3ssl Sent:

[Repeater-Builder] OT FS: IFR-1200s

2009-09-18 Thread Chris Curtis
Pardon my OT intrusion once again. I'm letting go my IFR-1200s with factory manuals Ebay auction # 180409235224 Options 2,4,10 7.1-00 Thanks for the bandwidth Chris Kb0wlf

RE: [Repeater-Builder] OT FS: IFR-1200s

2009-09-18 Thread Chris Curtis
Thanks for the bandwidth. The monitor did sell. The kids say thank you! Chris Kb0wlf -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Repeater- buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Tedd Doda Sent: Friday, September 18, 2009 10:44 AM To:

RE: [Repeater-Builder] CAP Mastr II Repeaters

2009-09-20 Thread Chris Curtis
I've seen a few 56 Chris Kb0wlf -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Repeater- buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Nate Duehr Sent: Sunday, September 20, 2009 3:05 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] CAP Mastr II

RE: [Repeater-Builder] OT :HP question for the group

2009-09-25 Thread Chris Curtis
Yes, it works well for ham use. I using one myself. (recently brought up to snuff with MUCH help from Rick @ amtronix) I would suggest a visit to: http://www.amtronix.com/hp8924c60.htm for a great primer on this monitor. As others have mentioned, the detractor of this monitor is its bulk. It

RE: [Repeater-Builder] FS (2) Micro Concepts RC 100 repeater controllers

2009-10-06 Thread Chris Curtis
I'd like the panel! Chris Kb0wlf From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Matt Harker Sent: Tuesday, October 06, 2009 3:54 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: [Repeater-Builder] FS (2) Micro Concepts RC 100 repeater

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Question on portable repeaters

2009-10-07 Thread Chris Curtis
1.2gHz ! Chris Kb0wlf -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Repeater- buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of JOHN MACKEY Sent: Wednesday, October 07, 2009 8:17 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Question on portable

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Repeaters vs RC

2009-10-11 Thread Chris Curtis
It's hard sometimes to work out differences between hams when neither ham is fully versed in the other's chosen activity. My first exposure to real RC was my brother back in the 70s. he had an FCC license just for RC. He saved up to be able to carry rocks in his pocket. Any time he went to a

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Repeaters vs RC

2009-10-17 Thread Chris Curtis
R/C to your repeater if your R/C is on 6M, and how close in frequency? Joe M. Chris Curtis wrote: It's hard sometimes to work out differences between hams when neither ham is fully versed in the other's chosen activity. My first exposure to real RC was my brother back in the 70s. he

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Antenna spacing

2009-10-27 Thread Chris Curtis
Probably referring to using a duplexer (certainly NOT a diplexer) to connect 2 simplex frequency'd 2m transceivers to a single antenna. ? Commonly done Chris Kb0wlf -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Repeater- buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Surface Mount Device Soldering Video (very cool)

2009-11-03 Thread Chris Curtis
Or those of us with brachial plexopathy Chris Kb0wlf Good video though! -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Repeater- buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Matthew Kaufman Sent: Tuesday, November 03, 2009 2:23 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: PGE Smart Meter Program

2009-11-12 Thread Chris Curtis
TriBBS was my choice for my BBS. The Inner Sanctum I even left it up via telnet for sometime after the internet gobbled up my users. =] Chris Kb0wlf -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Repeater- buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of kc7stw Sent:

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Off topic ... a time for God

2009-11-21 Thread Chris Curtis
There are two drive-in theater close enough to drive to and be back before bed time near me. 1 uses the speaker on a string, the other use FM broadcast and is in 2 track stereo. Am stereo would be cool but my pickup doesn't have a capable am receiver. It does have the RB4 nav radio and an ICOM

[Repeater-Builder] AM stereo

2009-11-21 Thread Chris Curtis
@yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, November 21, 2009 8:12 PM Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] Off topic ... a time for God Unfortunately, very few receivers are capable of decoding stereo on AM. -- Original Message -- Received: Sat, 21 Nov 2009 05:01:29 PM PST From: Chris Curtis demo

RE: [Repeater-Builder] WTB: Cheap full duplex repeater intrconnect

2009-12-14 Thread Chris Curtis
I've seen the private patch V and others in the same vein go for $50.00 u.s. on ebay. Used of course but that's a simple way to go. I used a private patch V for a number of years before replacing it with an ff-800 and a few more rx/tx. Wish I'd kept it in the bin. Chris Kb0wlf -Original

RE: [Repeater-Builder] WTB: Cheap full duplex repeater intrconnect

2009-12-14 Thread Chris Curtis
The cs-700 isn't full duplex is it? Chris Kb0wlf From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Juan Tellez Sent: Monday, December 14, 2009 2:10 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: [Repeater-Builder] WTB: Cheap full duplex repeater

[Repeater-Builder] FS: complete repeater and IRLP and simplex and stuff package

2009-12-23 Thread Chris Curtis
hey all, must be the season for truckload sales. this time it's my own stuff. i want to unload, er... sell, an OPERATIONAL repeater, irlp, simplex setup. you'll be needing feedline and an antenna unless you want the quad-band vertical from mfj. ok, you can look over the pictures from the

RE: [Repeater-Builder] HLN1185 Heatsink Material?

2009-12-27 Thread Chris Curtis
I restored a Honda elsinore some time ago. It had a magnesium cover plate on one side of the engine/sprocket. Was kinda weird and not cheap to replace. =] Kb0wlf From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of kevin valentino Sent: Sunday,

[Repeater-Builder] FS: repeater system stuff individual this time

2010-01-03 Thread Chris Curtis
Hey gang, it's me again. The repeater package didn't sell as a whole so I'll offer the stuff individually. Just make me your best offer on whatever you want. I'm not thrilled about shipping the duplexers but I'll do my best. -- ok, you can look over the pictures from the links below, i'll

[Repeater-Builder] something altogether different

2010-01-05 Thread Chris Curtis
-snip- Yes, there IS a secret plan to destroy the Internet by having side-conversations like those that normally happen in person when talking to other humans.  It's been going on since the USENET days.  (Maybe the conspiracy extends all the way back to BBS's and FidoNet but we're not sure.  The

RE: [Repeater-Builder] something altogether different

2010-01-06 Thread Chris Curtis
No tone service where I was. :( I first box I actually owned outright is a timex Sinclair 1000 with the 16k ram pak sitting out in the shed/shack Chris Kb0wlf -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Repeater- buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Jeff

RE: [Repeater-Builder] HP 8924C

2010-01-15 Thread Chris Curtis
http://www.amtronix.com/hp8924c60.htm Amtronix is the way to go. Much knowledge and EXTREMELY helpful! I enjoy/use my 8924c quite a bit thanks to AMTRONIX Chris Kb0wlf From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Ralph S. Turk Sent: Friday,

RE: [Repeater-Builder] 6 Meter Repeater spacing (no duplexers)

2010-01-21 Thread Chris Curtis
Assuming .5 spacing, 7.99 miles for a .35 rx and 15 watts out tx Kb0wlf -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Repeater- buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of tahrens301 Sent: Thursday, January 21, 2010 4:09 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: 11m Repeater

2010-02-13 Thread Chris Curtis
I stayed away from the topic but I'd like to say: I hope the Rev. part of the sig is a nickname. As a minister to the motorcycle enthusiast, holier than thou name calling, is not the prime directive of said Reverends. I've got all my teeth (save one wisdom), don't consume alcoholic beverages,

RE: [Repeater-Builder] DB224A new harness

2010-02-20 Thread Chris Curtis
Wow Kb0wlf From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of allan crites Sent: Friday, February 19, 2010 10:34 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] DB224A new harness Tom, Perhaps you could

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

2010-02-28 Thread Chris Curtis
My favorite is direct burial + shielded cat cable. I've got some here that I've been using for controller to device hookups. As well as the run from the house to the shed. Shielded with 100% foil and a joke of a braid. It is flooded with goo to keep the moisture out as well. Nice stuff for the

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

2010-03-04 Thread Chris Curtis
Did you see annular heliax or a superflex variant? The superflex varieties give more flex hence the name and should hold up in a semi flex environment of a mobile. Annular corrugation looks like the bellows of a shock absorber boot while the superflex variants look like the threads of a screw.

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

2010-03-06 Thread Chris Curtis
I’m always looking for motorcycle radios. Is your chp a cruiser or bike unit? Kb0wlf From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of larryjspamme...@teleport.com Sent: Friday, March 05, 2010 10:39 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Pion and Simon - the rest of the story....

2010-03-11 Thread Chris Curtis
Probably a paypal E-CHECK rather than a paypal instant transfer. Takes quite awhile sometimes. Kb0wlf -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Repeater- buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Tedd Doda Sent: Thursday, March 11, 2010 7:41 AM To:

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Pion and Simon - the rest of the story....

2010-03-11 Thread Chris Curtis
I've sent an e-check before. But that's because the purchase was over 2K u.s. No instant transfer option on that one =] Kb0wlf -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Repeater- buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Tedd Doda Sent: Thursday, March 11, 2010

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Test

2010-03-17 Thread Chris Curtis
Did you send it via e-check? Sorry, my bad Kb0wlf -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Repeater- buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of kc8gpd Sent: Wednesday, March 17, 2010 2:06 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Test

[Repeater-Builder] FS: Return Loss Bridge AND HP8924C service monitor

2010-03-17 Thread Chris Curtis
Speaking of return loss bridges; I'm selling my service monitor. A 60 watt option 8924c with a really nice return loss bridge. Ebay item: 180482592507 There's a ton of other stuff but that's the best buy in the bunch. Thanks for the bandwidth. Kb0wlf

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Commercial Antenna for 2m Repeater Question

2010-03-22 Thread Chris Curtis
I've got a vhf-hi z-matcher up on ebay right now. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=180482604103ssPageName= STRK:MESELX:IT item=180482604103ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT decibel unit. Worked really well but no longer needed.

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Commercial Antenna for 2m Repeater Question

2010-03-22 Thread Chris Curtis
To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] Commercial Antenna for 2m Repeater Question What is the power rating of the device? _ From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Chris Curtis Sent: Monday

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Are people on ebay nuts?

2010-03-27 Thread Chris Curtis
Have you ever watched the movie the ninth gate? Someone comes to a fellow with a massive lot of stuff. Buys the choicest bits for a song because he told the fellow: This other stuff is too expensive for me but you can sell it on ebay for a premium price. :) Kb0wlf -Original Message-

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Nice article on the Molotora Gontor

2010-04-01 Thread Chris Curtis
I prefer matt helm's approach to super spying. Kb0wlf -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Repeater- buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Mark Sent: Thursday, April 01, 2010 1:44 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder]

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: FSJ2-50 with PL259

2010-05-07 Thread Chris Curtis
I use it quite a bit here too. One caveat, even though it is superflex, there's only so much flexing it'll do. Especially if the center conductor was nicked when installing the connectors. Kb0wlf -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Repeater-

RE: [Repeater-Builder] B-215G SSB Delay Adjustment

2010-05-14 Thread Chris Curtis
Sorry I can't help with the relay delay, but how about using the external key line? That way you take control away from the amp and give it to the controller? Kb0wlf -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Repeater- buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of ad6nh

RE: [Repeater-Builder] B-215G SSB Delay Adjustment

2010-05-14 Thread Chris Curtis
Or just leave the relay energized all the time. 5. Place a SHORTED RCA plug into the RCA jack located on the rear of the amplifier. This will cause the transmit relay to energize when the amplifier power is switched ON. --from the tuneup instructions-- Kb0wlf -Original Message- From:

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: B-215G SSB Delay Adjustment

2010-05-14 Thread Chris Curtis
, Chris Curtis demo...@... wrote: Sorry I can't help with the relay delay, but how about using the external key line? That way you take control away from the amp and give it to the controller? Not a bad thought, but D-Star has almost no hang-time compared to an adjustable hang-time

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Voted receive

2010-05-18 Thread Chris Curtis
I'm sure chuck was referring to portable radios with voting capability rather than the repeater end of things. As for it being popular, voting portables are very popular here. Not much of a market share I'll grant you. But that's the way it goes I guess. Kb0wlf From:

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Advice on 40 year old radio tower

2010-06-03 Thread Chris Curtis
The end? With a spelling error? Perhaps grammatical reprimands could be added to the group as well? Kb0wlf -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Repeater- buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Doug Hutchison Sent: Thursday, June 03, 2010 4:47 PM To:

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: MII station PA VHF

2010-06-15 Thread Chris Curtis
I think the OP was looking for the heat sink assembly that is used in an M2 station of the vhf, continuous variety. In order to put the amp boards, that the OP has already, into. ;) Kb0wlf From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:repeater-buil...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of

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