[DSTAR_DIGITAL] SAMPLE .ICF FILE FOR ID-880

2009-06-22 Thread Mike Murphy
Is there anyone who has a sample .icf file for the ID-880 that they would be willing to share? I checked the files section, but did not see anything for this radio. Thanks for your help! __ Michael Murphy - KD8OK kd...@yahoo.com __ [Non-t

Re: [DSTAR_DIGITAL] FW: "Friday the 13th" deals at US Icom dealers

2009-11-12 Thread Mike Murphy
The ID-80AD is on the list with a $25.00 discount. The discounts makes it a sub $400.00 HT (Universal Radio price). __ Michael Murphy - KD8OK kd...@yahoo.com __ From: Nate Duehr To: dstar_digital@yahoogro

Re: [DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: New guy

2010-01-17 Thread Mike Murphy
"Pretty soon, there will be a new version of the dongle that will let you create a mini-pool of D-STAR RF coverage around your PC" This got my attention. Can you please elaborate on this? I didn't see this on the DV Dongle web site. Thanks! __ Michael Murphy -

Re: [DSTAR_DIGITAL] 2200H vs 880

2010-02-14 Thread Mike Murphy
I can only add this...I have an 880 and love it. It has one of the best receivers of any 2 meter / 440 rig I have. You won't be sorry you spent more $$$. __ Michael Murphy - KD8OK kd...@yahoo.com __ From:

Re: [DSTAR_DIGITAL] Repeater stack

2010-04-20 Thread Mike Murphy
If you find that you must use a Diamond or Comet antenna, I would suggest that you at least solder each connection. The mechanical connections will cause you grief over time. Also, take the time to seal the antenna joints (including the top cap) as they will allow water to find a way in. Eve

Re: [DSTAR_DIGITAL] ID-800H with water damage

2010-06-21 Thread Mike Murphy
You might also try putting the radio in a sealed bag of rice for 3 or 4 days. The rice will absorb any residual moisture in the radio. This has worked for people who have dunked their cell phones. Good Luck! __ Michael Murphy - KD8OK kd...@yahoo.com ___

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] 2 VHF/UHF RIGS MOBILE

2010-07-28 Thread Mike Murphy
I am considering adding an Icom 880 to the car along with the Icom 2720 that is already installed. My concern is having 2 radios on the same band blasting 50 watts into the other receiver. Am I making a mountain out of a molehill or is having 2 radios on the same band running that much power a

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Dvap question

2010-08-14 Thread Mike Murphy
I picked up a dvap earlier today. Setup was easy and it was up and running in short order. I can connect tx an rx to any reflector that I have tried, however I can only connect rx only to the local repeaters (3 in my area). Am I missing something. Thanks!

Re: [DSTAR_DIGITAL] IS this D-Star going to be the death of me...........lol

2010-08-16 Thread Mike Murphy
Rick, You will love the 880 (I have several of them). Let me echo that you should indeed purchase the programming cable for it and download the software from Icom. I would be glad to share my icf file with you if that would help you get started or you can find examples on them of the DSTAR s