[Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-06 Thread georgiaskywarn
Good Suggestion Shanon! I have actually needed those chips from time to time (thanks!) What about this? I have a handful of dtmf pads from various IC2at, 3at and 4at (one other that is a knock off that starts with a S?) that was used in remote base projects. I wonder if I could make one of

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-06 Thread lenaw12
Hi Robert... Bottom line is you need some sort of power to run the TT Pad. If the controller doesn't send it up the line from the microphone jack, you have to figure out how to get it there. There have been several good suggestions how to accomplish that. Are you looking for help with a pin by

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-06 Thread Eric Harrison
Off topic? How so? The controller is an ARCOM 210 and it does not seem to be picking up the tones no matter what I try. The controller is brand new, and was purchased assembled and tested, so I can only assume that it is fully functional. Sounds like to me Jeremy has clearly

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-06 Thread no6b
At 9/5/2008 22:26, you wrote: Heck, While we re piling on, I had a Pinto oncedamned thing smoked all the time, finally caught fire. COOOL. -M Funny, I never heard of a Pinto repeater. ;) Bob NO6B

Repeater controller suggestions (was Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions)

2008-09-06 Thread no6b
At 9/5/2008 22:53, you wrote: We are putting up three new repeaters. I just got Hipro's new catalog and I see Arcom is listed in what looks like a favored status. Since we have limited funds, I would like to know if there are problems with it or is it just a fluke? If so we can look at other

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-06 Thread jlobaugh814
Thanks for all of the suggestions. I have found that the tones coming out of the mic are simply not hot enough for the controller. I was able to use the pad built into the Arcom RCP software. As far as purchasing a pad, I was looking in the 5 dollar range, I will probably wait until the

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-06 Thread Chuck Lippmeier
I did the original programming of my NHRC-4 controller using this download. I just ran the s/w and held the mic to the computer speaker. http://www.polar-electric.com/DTMF/Index.html Chuck Lippmeier KB1HTO

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-06 Thread Lobaugh, Jeremy
http://geo.yahoo.com/serv?s=97359714/grpId=104168/grpspId=1705063108/msgId=85144/stime=1220664258/nc1=1/nc2=2/nc3=3 Thanks to everyone for their suggestions. I have the controller up and running now, thanks to the DTMF encoder built into the RCP software. The Repeater-Builders Friend will

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-06 Thread Nate Duehr
On Sep 6, 2008, at 6:40 AM, georgiaskywarn wrote: Good Suggestion Shanon! I have actually needed those chips from time to time (thanks!) They're still available, made by a number of companies. BG Micro used to stock the California Microdevices copy of the chip. -- Nate Duehr, WY0X [EMAIL

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-05 Thread souryatlexcomincdotnet
Hello, I have (2) brand new, sealed in packs, Pipo PK-2KM DTMF encoders (which is the 16 key with A,B,C and D keys along with the optional automatic keying relay and the optional mounting frame) available to the group if anyone is interested. Goto www.pipo.net for all the specs and pics. List

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-05 Thread ka1jfy
Maybe not ALL, but all /\/\ DTMF mics DO require mic bias. Walter KD7BJJ --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, skipp025 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: All Motorola mics are 'pre-amped' mics. Not accurate... [paste text] http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/accurate Main

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-05 Thread Eric Harrison
Fist of all I would have not wasted my money a such a poorly engineered controller, ARCOM RC-210). Second of all if it is a new controller assembled and tested at the factory then I would be contacting Ken Ark with ACOM and getting your money back (GOOD LUCK!) or having him help you

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-05 Thread lenaw12
Eric.. Your response is out of line and indicates your either inability to understand the original post or the technical needs of the situation. Clearly, at this point, this is an interface issue between two different manufacturer's products. In no way does he complain that either is not

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-05 Thread wd8chl
lenaw12 wrote: Eric.. Your response is out of line and indicates your either inability to understand the original post or the technical needs of the situation. Clearly, at this point, this is an interface issue between two different manufacturer's products. In no way does he complain

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-05 Thread KD4PBC
Use a resistor and cap to inject bias on the mic line. Robert... --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, Mike Morris WA6ILQ [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: At 10:47 AM 09/03/08, you wrote: I am constructing one of the repeater-builders friends', and am in need of a DTMF pad, or suggestions. I

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-05 Thread Michael Ryan
. I'll get back to you as soon as and IF I find out. - Mike From: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of wd8chl Sent: Saturday, September 06, 2008 3:56 AM To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-05 Thread Ken Arck
Eric I really don't desire to get into a pissing contest with you over an issue that was settled literally YEARS ago but if you insist, I would be more than happy to once more post the entire exchange that took place back then. You didn't exactly come out smelling like a rose as you may

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-05 Thread Eric Harrison
Your right about one thing Ken, I didn't come out smelling like a rose as I never got my controller back from you or even a refund! But thats ok as I've learned the hard way on that. Glad to see you've have satisfied customers. Sorry I'm not among them. I said the controller was poorly engineered,

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-05 Thread lenaw12
Guys... You've both made your points...now...as it's a he said, she said PLEASE take it behind the barn... LW --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, Eric Harrison [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Your right about one thing Ken, I didn't come out smelling like a rose as I never got my controller

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-05 Thread no6b
At 9/5/2008 12:29, you wrote: Eric.. Your response is out of line and indicates your either inability to understand the original post or the technical needs of the situation. How is one stating his personal experience with/opinions on a specific model of repeater-related equipment out of line?

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-05 Thread Joe Burkleo
Bob, I thought Eric's attack on Ken and the RC-210 controller was very uncalled for also. The poor fellow asking for help, or the rest of us, for that matter did not need to get drug into this several year old disagreement between Eric and Ken. All that was asked for was some help getting his

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-05 Thread lenaw12
Other than being off-topic for the topic (but not this list), I disagree. Personally, I'd like to know exactly what Eric doesn't like about the RC-210. I've owned one myself didn't care for it either, but obviously many others have opposite opinions. Bob NO6B Bob and all the others who

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-05 Thread Michael Ryan
: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions Other than being off-topic for the topic (but not this list), I disagree. Personally, I'd like to know exactly what Eric doesn't like about the RC-210. I've owned one myself didn't care for it either, but obviously many others

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-05 Thread Dave
We are putting up three new repeaters. I just got Hipro's new catalog and I see Arcom is listed in what looks like a favored status. Since we have limited funds, I would like to know if there are problems with it or is it just a fluke? If so we can look at other controllers. I would appreciate

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-04 Thread skipp025
The typical motorhead mic requires voltage on at least one pin to power the internal encoder circuit and the electret mic element. It's also common to have the audio and dc supply voltage on the same wire/lead, which at first glance seems to freak a lot of people out... but is actually easy

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-04 Thread skipp025
All Motorola mics are 'pre-amped' mics. Not accurate... [paste text] http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/accurate Main Entry: ac·cu·rate Listen to the pronunciation of accurate Pronunciation: \#712;a-ky#601;-r#601;t, #712;a-k(#601;-)r#601;t\ Function: adjective Etymology: Latin

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-04 Thread DCFluX
The original project used the style keypad that was meant to add DTMF to handhelds back in the day, I came across someone that had a bunch at a ham fest for $5 a pop. Check your or your friends junk box for and dead HTs from the late 70s and 80s for a keypad unit that detaches. A quick ebay

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-04 Thread Dave
That appears to be old phone pad. Probably will work ok. You will need to figure out where and how to interface. 73 Dave DCFluX wrote: The original project used the style keypad that was meant to add DTMF to handhelds back in the day, I came across someone that had a bunch at a ham fest

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-04 Thread wd8chl
skipp025 wrote: All Motorola mics are 'pre-amped' mics. Not accurate... [paste text] http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/accurate Main Entry: ac·cu·rate Listen to the pronunciation of accurate Pronunciation: \#712;a-ky#601;-r#601;t, #712;a-k(#601;-)r#601;t\ Function:

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions

2008-09-04 Thread George Henry
- Original Message - From: wd8chl [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, September 04, 2008 9:55 PM Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Looking for DTMF encoder...or suggestions [snip] Well, I was leaving out the old carbon mics... ;c} I've got