Actually I am the 'other' ham North of Mark and I agree completely. Actually if
he sits for hours with no activity he is doing better then I. Mine sits for
days sometimes without activity. I've given out 3 GTX mobiles programmed
up and I still can't generate activity...
Jim- WA9FPT
----- Original Message -----
From: Mark
To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, October 02, 2009 6:06 PM
Subject: RE: [Repeater-Builder] ARRL Approves Study Committee to Research &
Develop Plan for Narrowband Channel Spacing
This is one reason why I have a 900 MHz machine on the air, Joe. Plus, it
is "narrowband-capable" already! <grin>
Seriously, my main concern (as well as another ham north of me who also has
a 900 machine) is how to get some users! It sits for hours at a time
without activity. (Other than me calling out "listening" or having the
occasional rag chew with one of the three other users.) If only I knew how
to generate more interest in 900 MHz without *ME* having to foot the bill
for everyone else's radios... Of course, I'm open to suggestions - or
donations!
73,
Mark - N9WYS
-----Original Message-----
From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com On Behalf Of MCH
Sent: Friday, October 02, 2009 3:37 PM
To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] ARRL Approves Study Committee to Research &
Develop Plan for Narrowband Channel Spacing
I bet there are few places that have every pair used in every band. It's
likely more an issue of the fact that everyone *has* to be on 2M and
nowhere else. Pandering to these types will only result in the LOSS of
the other VHF/UHF bands.
And have they through about how to pay for everyone to get a new radio?
Will there be a government bailout so all the hams (many who can't
afford a used radio) can buy new compatible gear?
Joe M.
