[Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications Equipment

2009-01-23 Thread skipp025
Cross posted from the AR902MHz Yahoo Group: [pasted text] Re: Spectrum Communications Equipment (900 MHz transmitter SCT 1500) kf4...@... wrote: I found this for sale on ebay. Spectrum Communications 900 Mhz transmitter SCT 1500 ... can someone point me to more information on it? Re:

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications SCR 77 UHF repeater

2007-09-08 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
YEP..Got the RC-100 hooked up, programed and working good in my old Spectrum SCR-77..I have learned alot!!! Tim - Original Message - From: skipp025 To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: 9/7/2007 11:33:43 PM Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications SCR 77 UHF repeater

2007-09-07 Thread skipp025
Re: Spectrum Communications SCR 77 UHF repeater You might have asked for a few more opinions before you bought a specific controller. Replacing the internal controller is quite a bit more involved versus dealing with just the CW ID'er function using something like an ID-O-Matic unit. Do you

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications SCR 77 UHF repeater

2007-09-07 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: 9/7/2007 12:41:02 PM Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications SCR 77 UHF repeater Re: Spectrum Communications SCR 77 UHF repeater You might have asked for a few more opinions before you bought a specific controller. Replacing the internal

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications SCR 77 UHF repeater

2007-09-07 Thread skipp025
.+13.8 VDC @ 500mA max 9.Ground 10CTCSS tone input 11...CTCSS trigger 12CTCSS Rx tone output - Original Message - From: skipp025 To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: 9/7/2007 12:41:02 PM Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Re

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications SCR 77 UHF repeater

2007-09-06 Thread wd4chs
--- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, wd4chs [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I am in need of or someone who knows anything about the CWID for a Spectrum SCR-77 UHF repeater. The CWID it has now functions good only it is not my call. From what I have read about this CWIDer you have to have the

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications

2007-04-25 Thread nn6j
Sorry guys, I forgot to mention that I was looking for a 220 receiver. Thanks, Joel, NN6J --- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, Bill Hudson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Did I miss it - or has anybody asked him what band he wants this receiver on ? CBS Bill

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications

2007-04-25 Thread Scott Zimmerman
Zimmerman Amateur Radio Call N3XCC 612 Barnett Rd Boswell, PA 15531 - Original Message - From: nn6j [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, April 25, 2007 10:38 AM Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications Sorry guys, I forgot to mention

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications

2007-04-25 Thread DCFluX
Sorry to thread jump but do you have rack mount bases and or repeaters that you can convert as well or just the mobiles? On 4/25/07, Scott Zimmerman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Joel, 220 is no problem with either a Mastr II or Micor solution. I have some of the GE remote receivers and Motorola

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications

2007-04-24 Thread skipp025
As Jim pointed out... the problem(s) you report are frequent for the way Spectrum does business. The trick is to see if they charged your credit card or cashed a check for the order. You might need to reverse the charge before the credit card time limit is up. IE do it fast... s. nn6j

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications

2007-04-24 Thread Joel Nadler
skipp, thanks for the idea. Do you have any suggestions as to which compay to order a receiver from. Our repeater is near other repeaters and we don't want any rf interference. Joel skipp025 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: As Jim pointed out... the problem(s) you report are frequent

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications

2007-04-24 Thread Jay Urish
You should look into one of those MTR2000 rx's It looks like an mtr 2000 repeater, but has no tx and no pa.. just rock solid RX. One of the regulars on here could prolly come up with a model etc.. Joel Nadler wrote: skipp, thanks for the idea. Do you have any suggestions as to which

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications

2007-04-24 Thread Scott Zimmerman
- Original Message - From: Joel Nadler To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, April 24, 2007 11:12 AM Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications skipp, thanks for the idea. Do you have any suggestions as to which compay to order a receiver from. Our

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications

2007-04-24 Thread Maire-Radios
Well I would go with the Kenwood TKR-740 or TKR-840 for a high end unit. thanks John - Original Message - From: Joel Nadler To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, April 24, 2007 11:12 AM Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications skipp

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications

2007-04-24 Thread Al Wolfe
Re: Spectrum Communications Posted by: Joel Nadler [EMAIL PROTECTED] nn6j Date: Tue Apr 24, 2007 11:53 am ((PDT)) skipp, thanks for the idea. Do you have any suggestions as to which compay to order a receiver from. Our repeater is near other repeaters and we don't want any rf

RE: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications

2007-04-24 Thread Bill Hudson
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[Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications

2007-04-24 Thread Ron Wright, Skywarn Coodinator
Joel, If you are looking for just a receiver Motorola made a nice Micor receiver in a 19 rack mount box. The only problem it was made to plug into their unified chassis mainly got get it power. I've taken these and built an AC supply inside. The box will hold a VHF or UHF receiver. I've

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications

2007-04-24 Thread Maire-Radios
Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications Joel, If you are looking for just a receiver Motorola made a nice Micor receiver in a 19 rack mount box. The only problem it was made to plug into their unified chassis mainly got get it power. I've taken these and built an AC

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications

2007-04-24 Thread Maire-Radios
, 2007 7:20 PM Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications Joel, If you are looking for just a receiver Motorola made a nice Micor receiver in a 19 rack mount box. The only problem it was made to plug into their unified chassis mainly got get it power. I've taken

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications Corp

2005-11-08 Thread nj902
--- In Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com, kk4pg [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I recently purchased a repeater from Spectrum ... Condolences Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to:

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications Corp

2005-11-08 Thread John Sichert
You would probably be better off if they never shipped it. At least you could put a claim in with your credit card company, and get a real radio, instead of one that takes up the entire Spectrum. If you do get it, make sure you have a spectrum analyzer as part of your test gear. They don't call

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications Corp

2005-11-08 Thread skipp025
I've probably been into Spectrum Repeater Equipment as much as anyone else in this group. Technical wise, their stuff is not really that bad. The only big problem I've found with their transmitters is the use of non rf rated capacitors in the rf stages. I've mentioned the cap issue here on

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications-Repeater Co.

2005-02-13 Thread rglrml
Are they still is business, no response via telephone or e-mail. 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] Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications-Repeater Co.

2005-02-13 Thread skipp025
The way they treat people, who doubts they are still around. I have a mess of Spectrum Paperwork, which I'll be making available on the web (for free). Our Office just bought a desktop HP auto feed doccument scan direct to pdf unit, which then Emails the file back to any address you type

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications-Repeater Co.

2005-02-13 Thread russ
11:43 AM Subject: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications-Repeater Co. The way they treat people, who doubts they are still around. I have a mess of Spectrum Paperwork, which I'll be making available on the web (for free). Our Office just bought a desktop HP auto feed doccument scan

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications-Repeater Co.

2005-02-13 Thread rglrml
Thanks for checking them out, I'll keep trying to reach them. 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] Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to the

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications

2004-05-10 Thread skipp025
All the Spectrum Communications badmouthing proves that word can get around when you treat people bad. With a few minor issues that I've resolved, I've had good service from most all my Spectrum Radio Equipment. Including a 224 repeater on the air for some years now. When you buy any used

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications

2004-05-09 Thread Coy Hilton
I called them a few months ago to get some info about crystal freq to get a pair cut and.yep there still there. Now if you wand a device that looks good and is a spread spectrum transmitter ( not by design) and looks good and performs like it was designed by someone that knows nothing

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications

2004-05-09 Thread David Schornak
you know as one who has never heard of this company one gets the idea that their products are a good example of animal excrement and should be avoided as if it is the plague ridden. thanks for the favorable advice on this one. Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to:

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications SCR1000 VHF

2003-11-27 Thread Budd Turner
FWIW: I posted on here a couple of months ago expressing regrets I had not seen all the Spectrum bashing before I acquired for resurrection, a Spectrum SCR-1000 220 repeater. I received plenty of cards letters from everyone with an opinion. (Ever see a ham without an opinion? I used to think

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications, and other stability comments.

2003-11-27 Thread Kevin Custer
Hello Bob, Kevin wrote: of the Mastr II's I have, have required retuning during the same time frame as above, (usually one a year for optimal performance) but they too use variable caps for the tuning. Kevin: I agree with your comments regarding component quality its importance for

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications, and other stability comments.

2003-11-27 Thread Kevin Custer
Hi Bob, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Coincidently, a friend of mine has an older UHF Mastr II RX (the one with tunable coils in the LO chain) in service that somehow got out of tune several months ago. My guess is that the tuning core wiggled out of place over a 10 year period. This might be

Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications, and other stability comments.

2003-11-27 Thread Chuck Kelsey
Custer [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Repeater-Builder@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, November 27, 2003 11:34 AM Subject: Re: [Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications, and other stability comments. In the case of the Spectrum and other inferior brands, the values for inductance and the range

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications SCR1000 VHF

2003-11-27 Thread ac0y5
Well, Budd, I finally got a response to my post The machine that I'm getting came from a police department, and was removed to nstall a voting system or something. YES I would like very much to get a copy of your docs. Besides we may be able to help each other keep these animals on the air and

[Repeater-Builder] Re: Spectrum Communications SCR1000 VHF

2003-11-27 Thread ac0y5
HI Budd, I responded earlier today but I havn't seen it yet. I would very much like to get a copy of your docs. Just let me know how to get them Email or Snail mail. If email then use the one above otherwise just let me know and I will send you my address off board. 73 Coy --- In