[Repeater-Builder] transistor cross ref needed

2007-02-04 Thread Keith
does any one have a cross ref for these power supply transistors--- m9627 (48-869627), m9698 (48-869698), m9701 (48-869701), m9700 (48-86-9700) looking to replace a few and stock up on the others Thanks for the help va3kmc

Re: [Repeater-Builder] transistor cross ref needed

2007-02-04 Thread Keith
this has to do the the micor tpn 1151a powersupply Keith va3kmc Mike Morris wrote: > At 11:41 AM 02/04/07, you wrote: > >>does any one have a cross ref for these power supply transistors--- >>m9627 (48-869627), m9698 (48-869698), m9701 (48-869701), m9700 >>(48-86-9700

[Repeater-Builder] pc-board design program wanted

2007-02-19 Thread Keith
can any one recommend a good pc-board design program easy to use and free or cheap to buy ? thanks Keith VA3KMC

Re: [Repeater-Builder] pc-board design program wanted

2007-02-19 Thread Keith
Thanks doug will give that a try Keith Doug Bade wrote: > Kieht; > For non production, amateur, and student use, Express PCB > and PCB Express offer free cad programs to do boards they support > internally. Launch ordering right inside,...simple layout tools.. > To

Re: [Repeater-Builder] pc-board design program wanted

2007-02-19 Thread Keith
Thanks to all that replied Keith va3kmc Russ Wilson wrote: > Hi > I use DipTrace quite a lot. It is a relatively new program, includes > schematic, pcb, components libraries with custom capabilities, autorouting. > It comes as a free 30 day trial, a light version and the ful

[Repeater-Builder] msf5000 help

2009-11-05 Thread Keith
Hello groupi am looking for the receiver tunning section from the service for msf500 uhf c44cxb on pdf maybe? any help would be great .. Keep up the great work guys Thanks Keith va3kmc

[Repeater-Builder] motorola service manual help

2008-01-28 Thread Keith
manual , once again its the vhf Motorola moxy . Thanks Keith ---va3kmc--

Re: [Repeater-Builder] WiFi interference to UHF?

2008-02-22 Thread Keith
in closure and grounded properly ... and use shielded cat cable. That should take care of it ... Keith va3kmc Ken Arck wrote: > I've started deploying WiFi nodes (500 mw radios) at my various sites > (so far, only one is done) and I've noticed some interference to one > of

[Repeater-Builder] looking for delta-s uhf service manual

2005-11-14 Thread Keith
Hello group i am looking for a service manual for GE delta-s uhf radio (403-433) , this could be in form of, pdf, scanned, or paper manual Thanks Keith va3kmc Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/

[Repeater-Builder] looking for a micor cable for test set

2005-11-26 Thread Keith
Hello group I am looking for the extension cable that fits on the portable Motorola test set that does micor mobiles and stations the only number i can find on the test set is (s1056a thru s1059a ) can any one help ?? keith va3kmc node 2650 irlp thanks all Yahoo! Groups Links

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: interface to shut off a radio on temporaly base

2006-01-02 Thread Keith
you might want to take a look at this dtmf controller it will do what you ask http://www.nhrc.net/nhrc-remote-plus/index.php keith va3kmc gervais fillion wrote: > well fred this is in interesting discussion here > i dont have all lthe knowledge to work on the modif too fit the controler

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Fan cooling on PA

2006-03-28 Thread Keith
For those who might want or find this of some interest i have attached my diagram that is use for cooling radio equipment. This controller is very easy to build and works Keith va3kmc Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Re

[Repeater-Builder] micor channel element help

2007-01-08 Thread Keith
element, but have a couple of service manuals but there is no mention of how to move the thing.. any information would be great nice group keep up the great work Thanks Keith va3kmc

[Repeater-Builder] MSF5000 External Power Failure Indication

2007-03-22 Thread Keith Dobbins
help or info. Keith L. Dobbins KC8RFW W8TAP Repeater Association Repeater Technician Parkersburg, WV 26101

[Repeater-Builder] MSF5000 UHF CXB Range 1 into the ham bands

2008-10-05 Thread Keith Dobbins
Our group was recently given a range 1 UHF MSF5000 secure station. Was wondering if it was possible to get this up into the hambands without too much trouble or is it not worth messing with? Thanks for any info or help. Keith Dobbins KC8RFW W8TAP Repeater Group Technician Parkersburg, WV 26101

[Repeater-Builder] Information on Spectrum Communications SCR-1000

2008-11-22 Thread Keith Foor
modifications done to this unit that need to be removed and the unit put back to it's out of box configuration if possible. I thank you for any help you may be able to provide. Keith KB8VUL

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Need SWR meter recomendation

2008-11-27 Thread Keith Foor
I too agree that if you are designing antenna's the MFJ is a low cost solution for looking at an antenna's impedance and reactance for a little money. Yes, I know that the 269 is several hundred dollars, but the next set up is a Sitemaster, which is several thousand used. Once it's on the ai

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Information on Spectrum Communications SCR-1000

2008-11-27 Thread Keith Foor
ilable. I would suggest an after market one. That is what I know so far... 73 Mike - N7ZEF - Original Message ----- From: "Keith Foor" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Thursday, November 20, 2008 1:02 PM Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Information on S

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Information on Spectrum Communications SCR-1000

2008-12-02 Thread Keith Foor
That would be great. Please let me know what I owe you for the shipping and the like. Keith Foor 6758 Johnstown Utica Rd Johnstown, Oh 43031 - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, November 23, 2008 1:55 PM Subject: Re

[Repeater-Builder] Syntor X9000 Low Band/ Pac-RT Split Site 6M Repeater

2009-01-05 Thread Keith Dobbins
mastr II's and UHF mastr II's and swaping the radios around to do what I want. I've got a good recieve and transmit site with line of site to each other for the split site setup for a 6M repeater. Thanks Keith Dobbins KC8RFW W8TAP Repeater Technician Parkersburg, WV 26104

[Repeater-Builder] Vocom UHF Power amplifier - T-band into Ham Bands?

2009-02-06 Thread Keith Dobbins
ow if the units were worth the time to mess with or not. I can post a pic next week when I get em out if that would help me with the project. Thanks!!! I haven't tested em at frequency because I don't want to screw em up and I don't have a dummy load that high. Keith Dobbins K

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Reducing power out when on battery backup.

2007-10-17 Thread Keith McQueen
This will also allow you to eliminate the power resistor used to load the audio amp. I've done this on all of my MASTR II repeaters with no problems. Keith McQueen 801-224-9460 [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: TPL amplifier - aka repeater operation at the 250 watt power lev

2007-10-19 Thread Keith McQueen
I guess it's a different world out here in the wild wild west. Very few machines run more than 30 watts. Of course with our 10,000+ foot granite towers we don't need any more. Some machines have 100+ mile (radius) coverage. Keith McQueen 801-224-9460 [EMAIL PROTECTED] ---

RE: RE: RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: duplexer isolation and reciever noise budget

2007-10-22 Thread Keith McQueen
The danger I see with this is when your antenna goes bad (and they all do eventually), your receiver will be hit with the full reflected power of the PA almost certainly turning it into a smoldering doorstop. Keith McQueen 801-224-9460 [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From

[Repeater-Builder] 222 Mhz

2007-11-06 Thread Keith, KB7M
radio that they would be willing to trade for something? I know that the repeater-builder guys have already converted radios forsale, but I'd like to find a way to do it for less than the $700 that they want for them if I can. -- Keith McQueen [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [Repeater-Builder] 222 Mhz

2007-11-06 Thread Keith, KB7M
ation? It looks like that may be a real inexpensive solution if I can find one and if they work well. -- Keith McQueen [EMAIL PROTECTED] 801-224-9460 On 11/6/07, Jim <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > >Keith, KB7M wrote: > > I've built several repeaters over the years, bu

Re: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: 222 Mhz

2007-11-07 Thread Keith, KB7M
ed to the back of the box for additional dissipation. This arrangement should also provide space for ancillary items such as a comspec CTCSS board and possibly the controller (TBD). -- Keith McQueen [EMAIL PROTECTED] 801-224-9460 On 11/7/07, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Part 97 question reference to Repeater control

2007-11-07 Thread Keith, KB7M
0 MHz, 222.00-222.15 MHz, 431-433 MHz, and 435-438 MHz segments". This was a change pushed through by Kenwood (and others) to allow them to legally market their "Skycommand" system (since it used an auxiliary link on 2m). -- Keith McQueen [EMAIL PROTECTED] 801-224-9460 On

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Part 97 question reference to Repeater control

2007-11-07 Thread Keith, KB7M
and insist on a land-line for control, though it is not required. Many times, a land-line is not available or is prohibitively expensive. I know of repeater sites in use that are many miles from the nearest available land-line. In these cases, RF remote and automatic control is all you can do.

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: 222 Mhz

2007-11-07 Thread Keith, KB7M
Good idea. I've got to get the radio in hand, and measure things and see how it all lays out. -- Keith McQueen [EMAIL PROTECTED] 801-224-9460 On 11/7/07, Jim <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Keith, KB7M wrote: > > > The only hard part (for me) will be makin

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Part 97 question reference to Repeater control

2007-11-08 Thread Keith, KB7M
CANNOT put your mobile radio in crossband mode and walk away from it. -- Keith McQueen [EMAIL PROTECTED] 801-224-9460 On 11/8/07, Craig Clark <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > >Can anyone clarify if a radio can be used to crossband from 2 meters to > sa

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Part 97 question reference to Repeater control

2007-11-08 Thread Keith, KB7M
udge that would only work under perfect conditions). I also stated that IF you could provide means of ID and control, THEN it would be legal. Everything I said was qualified, knowing that there are exceptions. I stand by my statements. -- Keith McQueen [EMAIL PROTECTED] 801-224-9460 On 11

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Part 97 question reference to Repeater control

2007-11-09 Thread Keith, KB7M
Remember that this is only required if you do not use automatic control. This is why most repeater owners implement automatic control, and then use telecommand as a backup. Keith On 11/9/07, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > At 11/8/2007 18:12, you wrote: > >

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Part 97 question reference to Repeater control

2007-11-09 Thread Keith McQueen
This would amount to relinquishing control of the station to an unlicensed individual. This is not like operating 3rd party where you allow another person to communicate using your station. In 3rd party operation you must still remain in control of the station. Keith McQueen 801-224-9460

RE: [Repeater-Builder] RC-96 Controller Problem

2007-11-09 Thread Keith McQueen
there were no problems before and a reset seems to fix it, give the poor old beast another chance. If the problems re-occur, start looking for aged caps, aged EPROMS etc. Keith McQueen 801-224-9460 [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mai

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Dallas Semiconductor Real-Time Clock (Was RC-96 Controller Problem)

2007-11-11 Thread Keith McQueen
YES! YES! YES! Thank you Ken! -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Ken Arck Sent: Sunday, November 11, 2007 3:16 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Dallas Semiconductor Real-Time Clock (W

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Dallas Semiconductor Real-Time Clock (Was RC-96 Controller Problem)

2007-11-12 Thread Keith McQueen
erface with the repeater controller, you could probably roll something that would key up a radio and generate appropriate DTMF codes to set the clock. Keith McQueen 801-224-9460 [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On

[Repeater-Builder] Ailing Wacom 220Mhz Duplexer

2007-11-17 Thread Keith, KB7M
epaired a Wacom duplexer? Is there anyone supporting them? Any ideas? -- Keith McQueen [EMAIL PROTECTED] 801-224-9460

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Ailing Wacom 220Mhz Duplexer

2007-11-21 Thread Keith, KB7M
t arrives. The moral of the story is, check all cables, connectors and adapters before tearing apart your duplexer, AND don't use cheap knock-offs of any of those. -- Keith McQueen [EMAIL PROTECTED] 801-224-9460 On 11/17/07, Keith, KB7M <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I have a Wa

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Ailing Wacom 220Mhz Duplexer

2007-11-21 Thread Keith, KB7M
in side connecting pin on the TEE is loose - > > glad you > > found it. I have had a type N tee with a loose connection where the > > side pin screws into the other pin. sb > > > > Keith, KB7M wrote: > > > Just an update on the status of this project. I thoug

RE: [Repeater-Builder] TK-705D problem - slightly OT ?

2007-11-23 Thread Keith McQueen
Did you check for a shorted pin in the mic connector? Keith McQueen 801-224-9460 [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of n3dab Sent: Friday, November 23, 2007 3:56 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Repeater Antenna Choice

2007-11-26 Thread Keith, KB7M
with all elements on one side of the mast when we want to cover the populated areas better at the expense of "the back country". -- Keith McQueen [EMAIL PROTECTED] 801-224-9460 On 11/26/07, Laryn Lohman <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I've not seen "overshoot&

RE: [Repeater-Builder] R1225 Repeater

2007-11-29 Thread Keith McQueen
If this is the case, you may have steered full transmit power into the receiver. The results would not be good. Keith McQueen 801-224-9460 [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of n9wys Sent: Thursday

Re: [Repeater-Builder] 220 repeater antennas

2007-12-03 Thread Keith, KB7M
*He dons his fireproof suit before speaking blasphemy* How about a copper J-pole? (suitably weatherized, of course) -- Keith McQueen [EMAIL PROTECTED] 801-224-9460 On 12/3/07, Jed Barton <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Hey guys, > Alright, i need a 220 repeater nt

Re: [Repeater-Builder] What is a good Controller for the Kenwood TKR750 Repeater?

2007-12-06 Thread Keith, KB7M
This controller seems to have the most features for the price of any that I have seen. I recommend you get it in the rack-mount case. http://www.arcomcontrollers.com/rc210/rc210.html -- Keith McQueen [EMAIL PROTECTED] 801-224-9460 On 12/6/07, Robert <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Hello a

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Measuring Coverage Area

2008-01-03 Thread Keith, KB7M
and then uses downloadable terrain data to plot a coverage map. It's not really friendly to use, but with the help of some online tutorials, and some time playing with the program, you should be able to get a reasonably accurate plot. -- Keith McQueen [EMAIL PROTECTED] 801-224-9460 On

RE: [Repeater-Builder] New DB-224 w/water cooled phasing harness???

2008-01-06 Thread Keith McQueen
Condensation? Keith McQueen 801-224-9460 [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of kc4wdi Sent: Sunday, January 06, 2008 6:22 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: [Repeater-Builder] New DB-224 w

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Links RLC-4 and Echolink

2008-02-07 Thread Keith McQueen
Do you have a link or contact information? Keith McQueen 801-224-9460 [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bill Hudson Sent: Thursday, February 07, 2008 4:32 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject

Re: [Repeater-Builder] FS: IFR Aeroflex 1200

2008-02-12 Thread Keith, KB7M
y and sell these, but they will offer you a heavily discounted price (they are in the business to make a profit after all). Just offering it here may likely result in offers for a fair price. Sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. Good luck! -- Keith McQueen [EMAIL PROTECTED] 801-224-9460

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: FS: IFR Aeroflex 1200

2008-02-14 Thread Keith McQueen
The prices listed on that page are only for calibration Keith McQueen 801-224-9460 [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of b_totten Sent: Wednesday, February 13, 2008 4:49 PM To: Repeater-Builder

RE: [Repeater-Builder] OT: great comic - for us mailing list folks

2008-02-20 Thread Keith McQueen
That's amazing! This just happened to me not 3 minutes ago! Keith McQueen 801-224-9460 [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Nate Duehr Sent: Wednesday, February 20, 2008 10:18 PM To: [EMAIL PROT

[Repeater-Builder] Re: controllers

2008-02-24 Thread Keith Dobbins
Might look at this: http://www.synergenics.com/sc/ It's older and only came across the link in the past when looking for a PC based voice system. Ended up wiring in a DVR to our ACC controller in the end. May be what your looking for. Keith Dobbins KC8RFW Repeater Technician W8TAP Rep

[Repeater-Builder] NHRC-2 PC Board Art

2008-05-28 Thread Keith Dobbins
the board is available by itself or not. If I can't find it I figure I'd do one up from the schematics for what I need. Trying to get a backup controller for our 146 repeater and a new controller for our 440 repeater built. Thanks for any info or assistance. Keith Dobbins KC8RFW Repea

[Repeater-Builder] Re: NHRC-2 PC Board Art

2008-05-30 Thread Keith Dobbins
--- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, "Keith Dobbins" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I'd like to build the NHRC-2 repeater controller, I have all the parts > except for a PC board, before I try and do my own board, is the mask to > make your own anywher

[Repeater-Builder] Digitac Voter Comparator Service Manual

2006-01-28 Thread Keith Dobbins
not having any luck. Thanks!!! Keith Dobbins KC8RFW Parkersburg, WV 26104 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] <*>

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Digitac Voter Comparator Service Manual

2006-01-29 Thread Keith Dobbins
I meant the service manual for these, I have various ones with 4 to 16 channel configurations. Mainly Q2984A and Q2988A. I think I found the part number of the service manual with it being 6806908B19. Thanks! Keith Dobbins KC8RFW --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, Neil McKie <[EM

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: 220 Duplexer Tuning Help

2003-11-06 Thread Keith Beckmann
Maybe I'm missing something then. All I'm adjusting is the rod and turning the coupling. There is a small hex cap on top of the coupling, that I didn't touch. The manufacturers tuning instructions for this model say to adjust an external tuning stub, which I don't have. - Original Message

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: CSC CW IDer Programming Help

2003-11-11 Thread Keith Beckmann
Well it's $28.00, plus shipping now. I can buy a Comm Spec ID for $69. - Original Message - From: "Chris" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Tuesday, November 11, 2003 2:14 PM Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Re: CSC CW IDer Programming Help > CSC still makes proms for these if it becomes a pai

Re: [Repeater-Builder] RF Signal Sampler

2003-11-19 Thread Keith Beckmann
Do you have a Bird wattmeter? There are sample elements available for it. http://www.rfparts.com/element.html There are also Bird standalone samplers, but are more that what you want to pay new, but do come up on ebay occasionally: http://www.rfparts.com/bird2.html#4275 - Original Message

RE: [Repeater-Builder] MSR-2000 Receiver acts like a barometer

2003-11-30 Thread Keith McQueen
Have you ruled out interference on the input that only occurs during these times? -Original Message- From: Chris Bunting [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, November 30, 2003 5:21 PM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] MSR-2000 Receiver acts like a ba

Re: [Repeater-Builder] My bird flew the coup

2003-12-01 Thread Keith Beckmann
Bad connections. Clean the slug hole, and the contacts on the side. This is Silver plated, so be careful not to ruin it. I have used Tarn-X on mine successfully, but you have to wash off the residue with water. Use the Tarn-X very sparingly, and put the Tarn-X on a cloth, then wipe the Bird wi

Re: [Repeater-Builder] My bird flew the coup

2003-12-01 Thread Keith Beckmann
The diodes are in the slugs, not in the Bird. - Original Message - From: "Virden Clark Beckman" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Monday, December 01, 2003 5:20 PM Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] My bird flew the coup > Cold solder joint on one of the diode inside? > > rtoplus wrote: > > >