[Repeater-Builder] RE:MoSlo
Thanks for posting that, I have downloaded it. I have a 386 coming and think that the 386 in combination with the MoSlo should do the trick, we have gone through our funds too quickly only to end up needing to replace your repeater and the R100 was found at a real bargain price otherwise we would be just doing without. The Eval version that is currently on the web has a 15 day cut off feature built in or I would have downloaded it for our use. It is difficult to find a lot of information on the R100 but from everything I can see it appears to be a reliable machine for out purpose.
[Repeater-Builder] ISO Slow Computer for R100 repeater programming
Where does one fine a CHEAP but reliable old computer for this purpose. I understand that if the clock speed is too fast it can turn the machine into an expensive doorstop. I am not seeking the RSS software, just a slow computer with DOS on it to run the software with, I am located in Southeastern Indiana does anyone know where one can be found? A laptop would be the best and I assume one could be mailed, or a desktop in the Cincinnati or southern Indiana area could be picked up. We do not have a lot of money as we have been rebuilding our repeater system and the membership of the club isnt too enthusiastic about contributing till the repeater is fixed ( Catch 22 ) Thanks in advance for you assistance.
Re: [Repeater-Builder] Another frequency grab.
I fear that it would be fruitless to fight this one too, there isnt a politician out there that would not side with those who want to do things to make medicine safer and more efficient. The question is though, when there is a medical side to it, Ham cant be where it could interfere with life and limb. It looks like the 900Mhz band will be a thing of the past. Too bad we cant get another slice of the pie to compensate for it. Or is this a case where two uses can coexist? Also, in the olden days they cut off limbs as opposed to operating to save them. People live much longer and yes the procedures are far more complicated. Today if a man is seriously injured at the Logging Camp, he would be helicoptered to a trauma center, and most probably not only live, but live intact. It just isnt a good argument. Mike Morris WA6ILQ wrote: While the hams only use the top and bottom megahertz of the 900mhz band, and we are secondary there, I think we all might be interested in this waiver request of Part 15 rules for the 902-928 band. http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/DA-07-4606A1.pdf http://hraunfoss.fcc.gov/edocs_public/attachmatch/DA-07-4606A1.pdf What's wrong with a pencil and paper tally system that has worked since my great grandfather did appendectomies, treated gunshot wounds, slipped axe wounds and other surgery on logging camp mess hall tables over 90 years ago ? He was a physician that took care of 5 logging camps and the surrounding towns in the area around the California-Oregon border from the coast to about 15 miles inland. All he had in the way of instruments and drugs was what he could carry in his saddlebags and maybe a pack mule if it was going to be an extended trip. He drafted loggers or other locals as operating help. And he never left a sponge or an instrument in a patient. This sound like an un-necessary technical solution for non-existent problem. We have about 5 weeks to file our comments with the FCC on this one. Mike WA6ILQ
Re: [Repeater-Builder] Motorhead (Motorola) 16 pin conn Maxtrac, GM300, M120 programming information?
Not sure, is this what you are looking for? http://www.batlabs.com/rptrcabl.html skipp025 wrote: Motorhead (Motorola) 16 pin conn Maxtrac, GM300, M120, Radius programming information? Is there a place on the web that describes how the 16 pin jack on the above listed Motorola Mobile Radios can be assigned and for what I/O Functions. Some radios appear ready made for the rick controller and the many back-to-back cables sold on Ebay. But I'm sure not all the mentioned radios can be configured for repeater and link service. Some of the software for various radios comes up with an option section to assign the pins to various logic in/out functions. It all looks quite messy trying to figure out what every radio can do. Has someone already done the job and posted it on the web for public viewing? Thanks in advance for your replies. s.
Re: [Repeater-Builder] Heliax
Where are you located, 50 foot of half inch isnt all that hard to come by If you are near Southeastern Indiana I would give you some. I probably have that much sitting around. John [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 2M and it's a 50' run of LMR400 with a short coax jumper at the antenna. Vern On Wed, 31 Oct 2007 18:54:46 -0400 Dexter McIntyre W4DEX [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:dmcintyre%40att.net wrote: [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:mung%40highwayusa.com wrote: I just picked up some Andrew LDF4-50A at a good price but it has a cut in the cable about 1/2 of the legnth. Do they make splices for this cable and if so am I better with that than putting on connectors and using a barrel connector between them to make the repair? Is this going to be a good replacement for the LMR400 for my repeater feedline? What frequency is your repeater on and how long is the LMR400 run? Dex
Re: [Repeater-Builder] An interesting article request...
With RingFlare connectors it is basically the same procedure for 1/2 and 7/8, DIN and N. The main thing is to strip the correct amount of insulation off and the center conductor needs to be the proper length. Although when you first look at the instruction sheet it is confusing, once you read them over again it should all come to light. It isnt hard, guys change them out 300 feet up on towers every day. One thing that often gets overlooked is to make sure that the foam is clean of any metal filings, I use the sticky side of some tape to remove that. It is amazing to look at the tape once you have done it and see how much metal was on the foam. Mike Morris WA6ILQ wrote: Repeater-builder received an interesting article request... Too many of the folks that have been doing it for a while forget that we all had to start somewhere. Everybody seems to know how to install Heliax connectors but us newbies. And sometime the newbies don't know who to ask. And sometimes the local repeater builders don't seem to have time to help a newbie. It seems like the the directions packed with the new connectors are oriented as a refresher to hose that have done them before, or maybe I'm just a little unsure of myself, never having done one before, and as expensive as the connectors are new I'm scared of screwing it up Has anybody thought of doing a photo article for us newbies on how to install a 1/2 or 7/8 connector on Heliax? Something like the W4ZT article but for the larger cables? BTW has he done one for N connectors? And since hams are cheap, is there any place to order replacement parts (like center pins or rubber seals)? Sometimes when you can aquire cut-off-connectors at Dayton (the ones with a few inches of cable in them) you find dried-out rubber seals... The W4ZT article that the sender is referring to is at http://www.repeater-builder.com/antenna/w4zt-superflex/superflex-pl-connector.html http://www.repeater-builder.com/antenna/w4zt-superflex/superflex-pl-connector.html Anybody up to doing one set of photos for 1/2 cable and a second set for 7/8 cable? And a text commentary on each? And maybe a third set on putting an N connector on superflex? Or any other common (or uncommon) feedline connector (like a DIN connector) Mike WA6ILQ http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/message/76271;_ylc=X3oDMTM1cDBjNHRpBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE0BGdycElkAzEwNDE2OARncnBzcElkAzE3MDUwNjMxMDgEbXNnSWQDNzYyNzEEc2VjA2Z0cgRzbGsDdnRwYwRzdGltZQMxMTkzNjU2Nzg4BHRwY0lkAzc2Mjcx http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/post;_ylc=X3oDMTJkM2Y0ZWgxBF9TAzk3MzU5NzE0BGdycElkAzEwNDE2OARncnBzcElkAzE3MDUwNjMxMDgEc2VjA2Z0cgRzbGsDbnRwYwRzdGltZQMxMTkzNjU2Nzg4
[Repeater-Builder] RE:1 5/8 Heliax plus transmitter question
Due to the number of replies, I am sending this here . It is gone, thanks for the interest. We have what seems to be a real good site for an Amateur Repeater, 190 feet up the tower and 1 5/8 all the way to the antenna. So far it looks like we will have a first class station. For now we are using two GM300s, I hope to find a 100% duty cycle transmitter eventually, what do you guys think I should keep my eyes open for. It has to be fairly economical as we did spend a bit on everything else. Or, if we keep a nice fan on the GM300, will it be acceptable? I guess that only time will tell. Thanks again.
[Repeater-Builder] 1 5/8 Andrew Heliax
We just installed our feedline and antenna for a new UHF repeater in Southeastern Indiana. We have approximately 180 feet of 1 5/8 Andrew Heliax left over. If anyone is interestd, we would sure like to recoup $360 of our expenses, I cant deliver or ship, but it is available for pick up. Let me know off list in interested.
