The World of Ham Radio CD-ROM From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:25:45 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!EU.net!sun4nl!xs4all!usenet From: "Michel Stoop, PE1OZA" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: KPC3 Wefax reception--HOW?? Date: 1 Nov 1995 00:09:09 GMT Organization: MCS Electronics Lines: 12 Message-ID: <476dr5$ooi@news.xs4all.nl> References: <46qmjj$d0a@newsbf02.news.aol.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: asd01-29.dial.xs4all.nl Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2N (Windows; I; 32bit) mparkes@aol.com (Mparkes) wrote: >tune into wefax on HF> Anyone use it for that? Where do you find software >to decode wefax with this tnc? >Thanks, Mike KS4DA Hello Mike, Try JVFAX 7.1 and define the interface as serial/serial port and set the correct COM parameters. It works great here! 73' Michel PE1OZA From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:25:46 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: "James A. Storm" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc Subject: Re: Diamond Antennas - Still Around? Who Distributes? Date: 1 Nov 1995 02:04:39 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 5 Message-ID: <476kjn$4r4@ixnews6.ix.netcom.com> References: <9510311209.AA07946@star08329> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-sf17-09.ix.netcom.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-NETCOM-Date: Tue Oct 31 6:04:39 PM PST 1995 X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1PE (Windows; I; 16bit) To: pferris@galstar.com Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21046 rec.radio.amateur.misc:93820 Amateur Electronic Supply carries Diamond Antennas. Their main number is 1-800-558-0411. 73, WB6LWS Jim in Pacifica, CA From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:25:47 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!in1.uu.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netcom.com!dgf From: dgf@netcom.com (David Feldman) Subject: ICOM AT180 tuner (update/correction/retraction/etc.!) Message-ID: Organization: Organization? Me? Date: Wed, 1 Nov 1995 02:43:05 GMT Lines: 28 Sender: dgf@netcom15.netcom.com I had posted yesterday on a series problems I had with the ICOM AT180 tuner for the IC706. I suffered from a bad case of failure to RTFM, and after two people corrected me (on the operational difference at 50 MHz), I started afresh (sorry HRO!) and re-ran my FT900AT/AT180 comparison (to see to what extent the tuners were "robust" defined as their ability to match my various non-160M antennas on 160M). Anyway, the outcome of this new test showed that the AT180 could do almost all of the same matches as the FT900AT's tuner. Now, in most cases when I selected "through inhibit" in the tuner's dip switches and used the activation procedure in the manual the AT180 tuner stayed online and did a good job of matching these various antennas on 160M. The exceptions I found (where the FT900AT tuner would handle something the AT180 wouldn't) weren't enough to get upset about. So, sorry on this one ICOM, my fault. One problem remains and might be "real" -- the "through inhibit" mode doesn't seem to be operational on 50 MHz. In this case, the tuner gives up and goes offline whenever the antenna SWR is >3:1 (through inhibit should allow for an antenna SWR higher so long as the radio SWR after tuning is 3:1 or less). I'm checking this one out with ICOM and will report back. Anyway, the AT180 is back in the shack (soon to end up in the car once the remote-front cable kit is available) as my initial complaints were due to my failure to RTFM properly. 73 Dave WB0GAZ dgf@netcom.com From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:25:48 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!castle.nando.net!news From: doughall@parsifal.nando.net (Doug Hall) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: JPS Ant. Noise Canceller Date: Wed, 01 Nov 1995 03:51:37 GMT Organization: JPS Communications, Inc. Lines: 56 Message-ID: <476n8m$a8k@castle.nando.net> References: <47418h$83p@hgea01.hgea.org> <474afc$6fi@ixnews3.ix.netcom.com> Reply-To: doughall@nando.net NNTP-Posting-Host: vyger1205.nando.net X-Newsreader: Forte Agent .99a.107 Keith Poole wrote: >Does anyone know how effective the JPS ANC-4 Antenna Noise Canceller is? >How "local" does the noise have to be for it to work well and does it >function OK on break-in CW? > Keith, The ANC-4 is quite effective on locally generated noises. "Local" in the case of the ANC-4 means a noise which can be picked up by your main antenna as well as the noise reference antenna on the ANC-4. The unit works by taking the signal from a built-in reference antenna and adding it "out-of-phase" to the signal from the main antenna, thus cancelling the signal common to both antennas. This has the following implications: 1. You want the noise to be received well by the built-in reference antenna. 2. You don't want the desired signal to be received well by the built-in reference antenna. Sometimes this takes some adjustment of the the reference antenna, and in addition to the built-in whip, the ANC-4 has a jack for an external reference antenna. Some folks have found that with "semi-local" powerline noise (ie. more than a few blocks away) an external reference antenna works better. The ANC-4 includes both. Besides cancelling locally generated noises, the ANC-4 has been used successfully by some folks to cancel interfering signals. A number of AM broadcast band DXers uses it to reduce the strength of local stations, allowing them to hear other (weaker) stations on the same frequency. That wasn't its intended purpose, but it can be used that way. I've used it to cancel stateside stations on 80m CW in an effort to work an HL9 on that band. (I could copy the HL9 better, but he still couldn't hear me, thanks to my wimpy 80m antenna :-) But the main purpose of the ANC-4 is to reduce local man-made interference, and it does that quite well. As far as full break-in CW goes, the ANC-4 has a built-in T/R switch which is activated by the RF from your transmitter. It has a built-in hang time which keeps it held in during short pauses in SSB operation. This doesn't preclude its use with QSK, but you'll get the noise in between dots and dashes since the built-in T/R relay doesn't switch at the QSK rate. Still, if the local noise is severe, it beats having no noise cancellation at all. It's possible to modify the unit for faster switching at the expense of smooth SSB operation, and involves changing one resistor. Sorry for the long response, but I thought maybe it would answer questions for others as well. 73, Doug Hall, KF4KL JPS Communications, Inc. Raleigh, NC http://emporium.turnpike.net/J/JPS/jps.html From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:25:49 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!simtel!oleane!jussieu.fr!math.ohio-state.edu!newsfeed.acns.nwu.edu!news.acns.nwu.edu!moorii.res-hall.nwu.edu!not-for-mail From: mlin@nwu.edu (Mark Lin) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Looking to buy a new HT Date: 1 Nov 1995 03:57:35 GMT Organization: Northwestern University, Evanston, IL, USA Lines: 15 Message-ID: <476r7f$b37@news.acns.nwu.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: moorii.res-hall.nwu.edu X-Newsreader: TIN [UNIX 1.3 950824BETA PL0] Hi, I'm looking to buy a new HT. Which would you recommend? Which model and which brand? Why do you recommend this model? Many thanks, mark -- Mark Lin (mlin@nwu.edu) http://www.nwu.edu/people/mlin Northwestern University, Evanston, IL, USA From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:25:50 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!tcsi.tcs.com!agate!darkstar.UCSC.EDU!cats.ucsc.edu!haynes From: haynes@cats.ucsc.edu (James H. Haynes) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: What can you do with TS-940 and the RS-232 kit? Date: 1 Nov 1995 06:40:02 GMT Organization: University of California, Santa Cruz Lines: 3 Message-ID: <4774o2$ek5@darkstar.UCSC.EDU> NNTP-Posting-Host: hobbes.ucsc.edu I presume there's software around that does something useful with the RS-232 kit for the TS-940S. From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:25:51 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!escc.es.com!not-for-mail From: hcooper@moons.sim.es.com (Harrison Cooper) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Need Alinco ALD24T manual Date: 1 Nov 1995 07:13:59 -0700 Organization: Evans & Sutherland Computer Coorporation Lines: 9 Message-ID: <477vb7$23m@moons.sim.es.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: moons.sim.es.com Summary: need manual Keywords: Alinco X-Newsreader: NN version 6.5.0 #1 (NOV) I seemed to have misplaced my ALinco ALD-24T manual. Anyone have a copy they can send me ? -- | Harrison Cooper | email : hcooper@.es.com | | Hardware Design | Phone : 801-588-7929 | | Evans & Sutherland Computer Corp. | Radio : N7KST 147.04 R, | | Salt Lake City, Utah 84158 | 1G617 Davis County ARES 147.42 S | From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:25:51 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.zeitgeist.net!wizard.pn.com!sundog.tiac.net!news.kei.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.dfw.net!news.dfw.net!not-for-mail From: boakley@dfw.net (Brian Oakley) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Radio Shack Frequency Counter Date: 1 Nov 1995 09:48:49 -0600 Organization: DFWNet -- Public Internet Access Lines: 7 Message-ID: <4784t1$bt4@dfw.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: dfw.net X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] [ Article crossposted from rec.radio.cb ] [ Author was Brian Oakley ] [ Posted on 1 Nov 1995 09:46:17 -0600 ] A while back, someone posted a mod for a frequency hold button for the Radio Shack Frequency counter. Can someone email it to me or repost it or tell me where I can find it? Thanks. boakley@dfw.net From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:25:52 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!mhv.net!news.westnet.com!news-out.internetmci.com!internetMCI!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!sfov1.verifone.com!sfov1.verifone.com!nntp Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Opinions on new Radio Shack 2M mobile rig? Message-ID: <1995Nov1.100258.4550@sfov1.verifone.com> From: david_b3@sfov1.verifone.com Date: Wed, 1 Nov 95 10:02:57 +700 Distribution: usa Organization: VeriFone Inc. Nntp-Posting-Host: sfov1.verifone.com Lines: 10 Any reports -- product reviews or just personal opinions -- on the Radio Shack 2M mobile rig? I'm personally considering Icom, Yaesu or Kenwood, but saw this thing is RS store the other day. The RS HT looks to be a re-do of the older Icom 02AT HT. Is this new 2M rig a knock off of somebody's previous generation product? ------------------------------------------------ David B. Barnes KD6DMS david_b3@verifone.com ------------------------------------------------ From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:25:53 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news1.is.net!news1.i1.net!news-out.internetmci.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!news-e1a.megaweb.com!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: w8jitom@aol.com (W8JI Tom) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: DSP for Powerline Noise? Date: 1 Nov 1995 10:27:16 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 24 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <4783kk$34r@newsbf02.news.aol.com> References: <9510300654032315@vdim.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com X-Newsreader: AOL Offline Reader In article <9510300654032315@vdim.com>, charles.plunk@vdim.com (Charles Plunk) writes: > I am looking for information from anyone who has had experiences >with the use of DSP filters for 2 meter FM and 2 Meter FM Packet to filter >power line noise coming from power lines exterior to my house. Hi Charles, That's a tall order for any DSP! After noise goes through the receiver, the noise pulses start to look just like regular audio waveforms. The DSP simply can not tell the good signal from the bad signal. The broader the bandwidth of the IF and audio circuit, the more likely you are to be sucessful. Any success will be limited by waveshape rounding in the receiver, and no DSP can overcome that. The ideal place for noise reduction is at the front end of the receiver. Perhaps you could relocate your antenna or use a directional antenna? If the noise comes from one direction a sharp null would be better than high directivity. 73 Tom From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:25:54 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!uwm.edu!math.ohio-state.edu!jussieu.fr!univ-lyon1.fr!zen.dedal.fr.net!not-for-mail From: fbonnet@zen.dedal.fr.net (Francois Bonnet) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: TH-79 vs FT-51 r Date: 1 Nov 1995 11:42:35 +0100 Organization: Zenith Rtc Lyon / France 78361001 Lines: 13 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: zen.dedal.fr.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 8bit Because HT are really expensive in France, I want to by FT-51 or TH-79 in USA, but I don't know which one can I choose !!! - Does FT51 and TH79 have 1750Hz burst tone - Is FT51 rH version interesting - What is 'the' good price for these HT Sorry for my poor english... Best 73, Francois - Lyon / FRANCE F1ITT fbonnet@zen.dedal.fr.net From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:25:55 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!iglou!n4lq From: n4lq@iglou.iglou.com (Steve Ellington) Subject: Re: Icom 706 - modified advertising! Check web site! X-Nntp-Posting-Host: iglou.iglou.com Message-ID: Sender: news@iglou.com (News Administrator) Organization: IgLou Internet Services (1-800-436-4456) X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] References: <475b6g$la7@cville-srv.wam.umd.edu> Date: Wed, 1 Nov 1995 12:42:06 GMT Lines: 21 Don't get too excited about receiving FM broadcast on it either. It is quite sensitive buy overload from strong stations is sooooo bad it becomes a quagmire of mush. One must disconnect the external antenna and use a short whip to seperate stations. It sure does a fine job of monitoring cordless phones on 46-49mhz. Scott Rosenfeld NF3I (ham@w3eax.umd.edu) wrote: : I looked at Icom's web site last week - the 706 is now good : to receive from 30 kHz to 120 MHz plus the 2m band. Seems : our (or someone's) complaints about false advertising have : been heard! : -- : Scott Rosenfeld NF3I Burtonsville, MD FM19 QRV 40-10/6/2/440 : ** Yes, you CAN do VHF contests with 25W and omni antennas ** : Still stuck at 138 countries confirmed on HF w/dipoles... : -------------------------------------------------------------- -- Steve Ellington N4LQ@IGLOU.COM Louisville, Ky From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:25:56 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.msfc.nasa.gov!news.larc.nasa.gov!night.primate.wisc.edu!newsspool.doit.wisc.edu!decwrl!purdue!yuma!lamar.ColoState.EDU!not-for-mail From: galen@lamar.ColoState.EDU (Watts) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Radio Shack Frequency Counter Date: 1 Nov 1995 13:12:40 -0700 Organization: Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80523 Lines: 24 Message-ID: <478kbo$21se@lamar.ColoState.EDU> References: <4784t1$bt4@dfw.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: lamar.acns.colostate.edu X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Brian Oakley (boakley@dfw.net) wrote: : A while back, someone posted a mod for a frequency hold button for the : Radio Shack Frequency counter. Can someone email it to me or repost it : or tell me where I can find it? Thanks. boakley@dfw.net How to add a hold function to the Radio Shack RF Frequency Counter: Ground TP 17. In the schematic, TP17 is pin one of U3, connected to +5V thru a 47k resistor. On the circuit board, TP17 is on the display side, just right of the lower-right corner of the IC. Grounds are about 1/4 inch below and to the right, the three non-tinned points in the large area of metal. TP17 is the tinned pad next to a SM resistor marked '473' for 47k. I rigged a momentary switch to ground TP17 thru a 1k resistor (you never can tell) and it works just fine! I drilled a small hole to mount the switch just above the plastic depression so I could push the button with my right thumb. A small toggle switch would fit if you want to hold longer. Galen, KF0YJ From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:25:57 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!gatech!newsjunkie.ans.net!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: ke6law@aol.com (KE6LAW) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Wanted- Telegraph keys and related!!! Date: 1 Nov 1995 15:25:01 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 9 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <478l2t$116@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: ke6law@aol.com (KE6LAW) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com I am looking for any type of telegraph keys, especially older bugs. I would also like a Speed-X "Les Logan" model 500, 501, 510, 515, 520, for my collection. Please state price and condition. thanks, John, KE6LAW From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:25:58 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.msfc.nasa.gov!bcm.tmc.edu!news.tamu.edu!news.mty.itesm.mx!academ04.mty.itesm.mx!fjorozco From: XE2MXU/N5UHB Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: PK232 -> PK232MBX ? Date: Wed, 1 Nov 1995 15:35:38 -0600 Organization: ITESM Campus Monterrey Lines: 19 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: academ04.mty.itesm.mx Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: TEXT/PLAIN; charset=US-ASCII Hi all, A friend of mine just bought an old pk232 (I think the ROM date is 1989), and he'd like to upgrade it to a pk232MBX. Right now the thing doesn't have PACTOR, or even a 'maildrop' option. I know there is an upgrade kit for these TNC's, and I wonder if someone can give me some info on this...i.e., who sells it, around how much it sells for, etc... thanks in advance and 73 de Luis XE2MXU/N5UHB ___ Life's Improved Golden Rule: "Whoever's got the gold and the NUKES makes the rules!" From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:25:59 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!news.math.psu.edu!news.cac.psu.edu!usenet From: "Roy D." Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: KNWD TS-7950 Output Level Date: 1 Nov 1995 15:55:35 GMT Organization: Penn State University, Center for Academic Computing Lines: 17 Message-ID: <47859n$kqq@hearst.cac.psu.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: tsppp56.cac.psu.edu Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) I bought a TS-7950 2 meter rig a while back. The seller informed me that the power was turned down so not to overdrive his linear. The rig is showing about 30 watts out right now, I think I should see 45-50. Anyone know what pot adjusts the output power? Also, does anyone know of a good (cheap) source for a service manual for this rig? TNX & 73......Roy -- Roy Derryberry, KD3LZ Member: Aircraft Owners and Pilot's Association (red127@psu.edu) American Radio Relay League Utility Workers Union of America If I'd known I was gonna live this long, I'd taken better care of myself. From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:26:00 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!noc.netcom.net!news3.noc.netcom.net!netcom.com!pineapp From: pineapp@netcom.com (Daniel Curry) Subject: Re: mobile hf, High Serria antenna Message-ID: Organization: Netcom-Online Communication Services (408 241-9760 guest) X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL1] References: <46oabs$cre@mrnews.mro.dec.com> Date: Wed, 1 Nov 1995 16:34:39 GMT Lines: 27 Sender: pineapp@netcom10.netcom.com I have one from a person here in San Francisco Bay Area. It is the same designed as Don Johnson, w6aaq. After looking at it if one does not have the room and equipment at home. I would suggest that they buy one from one of many suppliers. I am very much excited about the antenna. My 75 meters has improved at least 7 db over a Hustlers antenna. Garry Foster (gmfoster@epix.net) wrote: : Many people have built this antenna. Don jihnson designge and complete : plans are in his boor 40 + 5 years of HF Mobeling(or however its spelled) : Garry(WB0NNO) : On 26 Oct 1995, My name is... wrote: : > Has anyone tried to build an equivalent to this mobile antenna? : > : > Ken : > : > -- .----------------------------------------------+--------------------------. | INTERNET: pineapp@netcom.com (DC436) | Daniel Curry | | AMPRNET : dan@wb6stw.ampr.org [44.4.20.144] | WB6STW | | AX.25 : wb6stw@n0ary.#NOCAL.CA.USA.NA | DoD # 1450 | '----------------------------------------------+--------------------------' From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:26:01 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!hookup!news.mathworks.com!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!soap.news.pipex.net!pipex!pavilion.co.uk!cedwards From: Colin Edwards Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,sci.electronics Subject: Re: Experience with HAMEG spectrum analysers ? Date: Wed, 1 Nov 1995 16:37:20 +0000 Organization: Bespoke Project Lines: 12 Distribution: world Message-ID: References: NNTP-Posting-Host: am079.du.pipex.com Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: Turnpike Version 1.09 <+GnS2cv5e3$2e7XcB7EWpuSFQq> Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11377 rec.radio.amateur.misc:93833 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21059 sci.electronics:158302 > >I would like to know if anyone here is familiar with the HAMEG 5006 series >spectrum analysers. Yes, I have one. It did cost nearly much as a second hand HP141 setup, but at least you can lift it. Basically - It works very well, but the lack of any sort of output means that you can't record readings. Even in the UK it took months to get one delivered. -- Colin Edwards From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:26:02 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news1.is.net!news1.i1.net!news-out.internetmci.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!news.iac.honeywell.com!news From: Alf Green Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: IC-706 HF Rig Features Date: 1 Nov 1995 16:45:33 GMT Organization: Honeywell IAC, Phoenix AZ Lines: 18 Distribution: world Message-ID: <47887d$8ob@cst715.iac.honeywell.com> References: <9510251621.AA13185@noldor> <46rl82$s3g@newsbf02.news.aol.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: agreen.iac.honeywell.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (X11; I; HP-UX A.09.03 9000/715) To: riffbandit@aol.com X-URL: news://news/46rl82$s3g@newsbf02.news.aol.com Dan, The manual includes the protocol info, but no software is provided. However, that is readily available at the usual ham ftp sites. The programs for the IC735 etc should work for the 706. ( I haven't tried it yet though ). Rgds, Alf NU8I Scottsdale, AZ DM43an riffbandit@aol.com (Riffbandit) wrote: >I'm on a list for the IC-706...I'm wondering about the PC connection. >Does Icom recommend any particular software, or do they just give >protocols? > >Dan Gunderson >N9MUF From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:26:03 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!newsfeed.internetmci.com!gatech!wa4mei!ke4zv!gary From: gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) Subject: Re: ICOM AT180 tuner (update/correction/retraction/etc.!) Message-ID: <1995Nov1.173516.24801@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> Reply-To: gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) Organization: Destructive Testing Systems References: Date: Wed, 1 Nov 1995 17:35:16 GMT Lines: 60 In article dgf@netcom.com (David Feldman) writes: [snip] >So, sorry on this one ICOM, my fault. > >One problem remains and might be "real" -- the "through inhibit" mode >doesn't seem to be operational on 50 MHz. In this case, the tuner gives >up and goes offline whenever the antenna SWR is >3:1 (through inhibit >should allow for an antenna SWR higher so long as the radio SWR after >tuning is 3:1 or less). I'm checking this one out with ICOM and will >report back. Ok, you guys suckered me into getting one of these units too. Now I can talk about them. According to the manual, the ATU in "through inhibit" mode, doesn't give up as long as the VSWR *presented to the radio* is less than 3:1. What the VSWR is on the antenna feeder is *irrelevant* to this action (according to the manual). The manual also says that "through inhibit" works the same way regardless of whether you're operating HF or 6 meters. The only difference between 6 meter tuning and other HF tuning is that you must *always* manually do tuning on 6 meters by holding the tune button in. On the other bands, tuning can be automatically initiated by PTT. The only real difference "through inhibit" makes is that with it off the ATU gives up if it can't deliver a match *to the radio* of better than 1.5:1. With "through inhibit" on, the ATU won't give up unless it can't present a match *to the radio* of better than 3:1. Thus "through inhibit" is really just a match *sensitivity* adjustment. The VSWR *on the antenna feeder* never matters, except in that it may present an impedance to the ATU that is outside the ATU's matching range for *certain feeder length and load impedance combinations*. There will always be *some* feeder length which will present an impedance to the ATU inside its matching range for *any* combination of antenna impedance and line VSWR (that length may be totally impractical in some cases of course). If the ATU gives up at a certain frequency, add or subtract some length to the feeder and try again. Remember, a transmission line with SWR is a *transformer*, and the impedance transformation at a given frequency is a function of *line length*. The ATU will only deliver a match when the impedance presented to it is in the range of 16.7 to 150 ohms on HF, and 20 to 125 ohms on 6 meters. Now that's not a very broad range, so you should expect to have to aid it externally for difficult matches. One way is to adjust the line length, using the transformer action of a transmission line with a non-unity VSWR as an additional tuning tool. Another is to use external L networks to bring the presented impedance into the ATU's operating range. Unfortunately, the specifications don't break down the ATU working impedance range into resistive and reactive parts. That would be more useful information. Then you could use the Smith chart directly to determine if a given line length/antenna load impedance can be tuned by the ATU. Gary -- Gary Coffman KE4ZV | You make it, | gatech!wa4mei!ke4zv!gary Destructive Testing Systems | we break it. | emory!kd4nc!ke4zv!gary 534 Shannon Way | Guaranteed! | gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us Lawrenceville, GA 30244 | | From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:26:04 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!news.eas.asu.edu!gatech!wa4mei!ke4zv!gary From: gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) Subject: Re: Icom 706 - modified advertising! Check web site! Message-ID: <1995Nov1.174701.24975@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> Reply-To: gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) Organization: Destructive Testing Systems Date: Wed, 1 Nov 1995 17:47:01 GMT Lines: 20 In article n4lq@iglou.iglou.com (Steve Ellington) writes: > >Don't get too excited about receiving FM broadcast on it either. It is >quite sensitive buy overload from strong stations is sooooo bad it >becomes a quagmire of mush. One must disconnect the external antenna and >use a short whip to seperate stations. It sure does a fine job of >monitoring cordless phones on 46-49mhz. Call me wierd (I know some of you do anyway), but what closed the sale for me was the presence of FM broadcast reception capability on this rig. The novelty value of receiving FM broadcast on a HF rig was too much to resist. I can hardly wait for the service manual to become available so I can mod it to do FM *stereo*. :-) Gary -- Gary Coffman KE4ZV | You make it, | gatech!wa4mei!ke4zv!gary Destructive Testing Systems | we break it. | emory!kd4nc!ke4zv!gary 534 Shannon Way | Guaranteed! | gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us Lawrenceville, GA 30244 | | From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:26:05 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!howland.reston.ans.net!torn!watserv3.uwaterloo.ca!novice.uwaterloo.ca!jsctsang From: jsctsang@novice.uwaterloo.ca (John Tsang) Subject: Help. Transmitter, receiver for remote control. Sender: news@novice.uwaterloo.ca (Mr. News) Message-ID: Date: Wed, 1 Nov 1995 18:20:47 GMT Nntp-Posting-Host: novice.uwaterloo.ca Organization: University of Waterloo Lines: 12 Hi all, my friend would like to construct his own remote control system for a school project. He would like to know what kind of components are needed in order to make the simplest remote control. I think what he meant by the simplest one is a remote switch that can turn something on and off. Thanks for your help in advance, -- ///// ( o o ) +---------------oOO--(_)--OOo------------------------------------------------+ | John Tsang jsctsang@novice.uwaterloo.ca | From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:26:06 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: ko7v@ix.netcom.com (Mike Cizek) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Kent Keys supplier?? Date: 1 Nov 1995 18:56:07 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 6 Message-ID: <478fs7$a3m@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-dc11-24.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Wed Nov 01 10:56:07 AM PST 1995 Does anyone know if R A Kent in arkansas is still in business? I called the number in their ad in October QST and it is out of service. 73, Mike Cizek KO7V ko7v@ix.netcom.com From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:26:07 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!sdd.hp.com!swrinde!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!atglab.bls.com!ydtlzmj From: ydtlzmj@news.atglab.bls.combst.bls.com (Victor Gregg) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: TH-79 vs FT-51 r Date: 1 Nov 1995 20:34:50 GMT Organization: BellSouth ATG lab Lines: 12 Message-ID: <478lla$lsa@atglab10.atglab.bls.com> References: Reply-To: victor.gregg@bst.bls.com NNTP-Posting-Host: bstgw1.bst.bls.com X-Newsreader: Tin 1.1 PL3 The FT-51R is made in a European version that has the 1750 tone programmed into the squelch open button under the PTT. I don't know if you can buy a U.S. version and mod it. I have heard a lot of oppinion preferring the FT-51R to the TH-79. Please note the error in my From header. My e-mail is victor.gregg@bst.bls.com. 73s KF4BUX Victor From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:26:08 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.telalink.net!grumpy.midtenn.net!usenet From: braymer@mail.midtenn.net (Bobby Raymer) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Wanted Manual for HR2510 Date: 1 Nov 1995 20:44:06 GMT Organization: Your Organization Lines: 6 Message-ID: <478m6m$qjl@grumpy.midtenn.net> Reply-To: braymer@midtenn.net NNTP-Posting-Host: net134.midtenn.net Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.3 Want too buy a manual for a HR2510 radio from Bobby Raymer email too braymer@midtenn.net -- From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:26:08 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.msfc.nasa.gov!pendragon.jsc.nasa.gov!ames!olivea!express.ior.com!news From: "Michael E. Pinault" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Q: Looking for red/black zip cord Date: 1 Nov 1995 21:02:49 GMT Organization: Internet On-Ramp Lines: 10 Message-ID: <478n9p$dt6@express.ior.com> References: <47418h$83p@hgea01.hgea.org> NNTP-Posting-Host: cs2-03.ior.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) To: wjones.hgea.org You might want to check your local car audio installation shops. the ones here in Spokane seem to have all sizes of the black/red zip cord. good luck -- Mike Pinault --- N3CEV/7 Anything under 50 MHZ must be DC!!! Near Spokane "Spo-can" Washington Locator DN17fl From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:26:09 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.uoregon.edu!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!plug.news.pipex.net!pipex!dish.news.pipex.net!pipex!lade.news.pipex.net!pipex!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.kreonet.re.kr!news.dacom.co.kr!newsfeed.internetmci.com!newsxfer.itd.umich.edu!news.itd.umich.edu!usenet From: "William G. Becks" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Any TS-870 Owners Date: Wed, 01 Nov 1995 21:11:37 -0500 Organization: University of Michigan Lines: 4 Message-ID: <309828D9.4D2E@sun.lssu.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: pm069-15.dialip.mich.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 2.0b1J (Windows; I; 32bit) I am considering the Kenwood TS-870 as my next rig.. Has anyone any experience with the new transceiver? Please post here or mail to wbecks@sun.lssu.edu From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:26:10 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.molyvos.net!news From: Delmaar Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: PLL of TS120V Date: Wed, 01 Nov 1995 21:26:54 -0800 Organization: Molyvos Internet Service Provider, Nijmegen, The Netherlands Lines: 11 Message-ID: <3098569E.1812@molyvos.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: dg12.molyvos.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 2.0b1 (Windows; I; 16bit) -- Can someone give the exact procedures to realign a TS120V's PLL? I had realigned the 80 and 40 meter bands easily but the problem occurs on the higher bands, i.e. 20 and up. It would help to know the frequencies on pin 2 and 5 of Q12 of the PLL-unit and their related levels. Thanks in advance for any suggestions. Bert, PA3AGW / ON9CDA delmaar@molyvos.net From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:26:11 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!DIALix!adelaide.DIALix.oz.au!not-for-mail From: rsilva@adelaide.DIALix.oz.au (Rob Silva) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: ALE radio price Date: 1 Nov 1995 21:33:02 +1030 Organization: DIALix Services, Adelaide, Australia. Lines: 18 Sender: rsilva@adelaide.DIALix.oz.au Message-ID: <477k56$ed0$1@adelaide.DIALix.oz.au> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: rsilva@adelaide.dialix.oz.au rutledge@enuxsa.eas.asu.edu (Shawn T. Rutledge) writes: >Rob Silva (rsilva@adelaide.DIALix.oz.au) wrote: >: There are others of course (Sunair, Motorola, Mackay, etc.) - even the odd >: non-US manufacturer - my employer is an Australian company who also provides >: ALE equipment (at most competitive prices :-)). I don't want to turn this int o >: a commercial, so if you want more info, email me direct. >Sorry to butt in but what's ALE? Automatic Link Establishment - i.e. transceiver has the capability to automatically find a channel to establish a link on. -- -----------------------------+------------------------------------------------ Rob Silva | The sooner you fall behind, the more | time you have to catch up rsilva@adelaide.DIALix.oz.au | From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:26:12 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsat!engineer.mrg.uswest.com!news.uoregon.edu!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.msfc.nasa.gov!news.larc.nasa.gov!night.primate.wisc.edu!sdd.hp.com!swrinde!ihnp4.ucsd.edu!news1.ucsd.edu!news-mail-gateway From: aust@gandalf.sp.TRw.COM (Mike Aust) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: IC-706 Rig Selective Scan Memory Mode Problem Date: 1 Nov 95 22:17:18 GMT Organization: ucsd usenet gateway Lines: 27 Message-ID: <9511012217.AA01261@noldor> NNTP-Posting-Host: ucsd.edu Originator: daemon@ucsd.edu Attn: IC-706 Users: Has any one had any problems with the Selective Scan Feature on Memory Channels. I programmed in 6 VHF-FM simplex frequencies into my IC-706, in memory channel locations 1 thru 6. Then went back to to the G2 menu, and pressed SEL while in Memory Channel Mode, This created a small S to appear next to each channel I did this to. I did this with Ch1,Ch2,Ch3, and Ch4, creating the Flagged S symbol for these channels. I left Ch5, and Ch6 with no Flagged S symbol. Next I pressed SCN for scan and the IC-706 scanned all 6 channels, when I expected only 4 channels to be scanned. Did I do something wrong here or is it a bug in the firmware, can anyone confirm this, or at least tell me to go back to the manual?? 73 Mike WB6DJI Internet e-mail address: aust@gandalf.sp.trw.com From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:26:12 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!connix.com!bgray From: bgray@connix.com (Brian Gray) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Yeasu FT-10r Date: 1 Nov 1995 22:50:10 GMT Organization: Connix - The Connecticut Internet Exchange Lines: 6 Message-ID: <478tj2$g2d@comet.connix.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: comet.connix.com X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Are their any-other Ham HT's that do DPL, like the 10r? -Bri bgray@connix.com From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:26:14 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!EU.net!Belgium.EU.net!ping.be!dialup42.hasselt.eunet.be!jan.anker From: jan.anker@ping.be (Jan Anker) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,sci.electronics Subject: Re: Experience with HAMEG spectrum analysers ? Date: Thu, 2 Nov 1995 01:03:18 Organization: Anchor Datacomm Lines: 33 Message-ID: References: NNTP-Posting-Host: dialup42.hasselt.eunet.be X-Newsreader: Trumpet for Windows [Version 1.0 Rev A] Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11387 rec.radio.amateur.misc:93846 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21074 sci.electronics:158356 In article charlos@rivm.nl (Charlos Potma) writes: >From: charlos@rivm.nl (Charlos Potma) >Subject: Experience with HAMEG spectrum analysers ? >Date: Tue, 31 Oct 1995 12:20:10 GMT >hello all, >some time ago in rec.radio.amateur.equipment a thread around HAMEG >oscilloscopes developed. Most people seemed to favor these instruments. >I would like to know if anyone here is familiar with the HAMEG 5006 series >spectrum analysers. These analysers are (relatively) low-cost and seem >to be quite adequate for use in homebrewing RF circuits. As an option >the 5006 can be equipped with a tracking generator to be used in >filter measurements. >Any experience with these analysers ? >thank you, >charlos potma >PA3CKR >charlos@rivm.nl I have the spectrum anal/track gen 8028/8038 Dont expect performance of a good HP analyser, but I think the unit price/performance is good. I only worry about service/spare parts. I have a deffective cable which connects unit to the scope. A funny BNC lookalike connector on this cable is deffective and it seems to be impossible through the Dutch distributer to obtain a new cable or connector. (airparts in alphen a/d rijn) jan From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:26:14 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsat!engineer.mrg.uswest.com!news.uoregon.edu!xmission!news.cc.utah.edu!news.cs.utah.edu!swen.emba.uvm.edu!newsmaster From: myantach@moose.uvm.edu (Mark Yantachka) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Kenwood TH-79A (D) Mods Date: 2 Nov 1995 02:03:00 GMT Organization: University of Vermont Lines: 14 Message-ID: <4798sk$hj0@swen.emba.uvm.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: 132.198.228.51 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: Text/Plain; charset=US-ASCII X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.6 If anyone is familiar with the 79A(D) mods, please let me know. I recently moded my radio for the extended receive, and it's giving me wierd limits. Instead of the typical (at least for the 79A) receive of 69-174 and 400-511, I get values of 118-174 and 410-469. I have reset the entire radio, and the VFO itself. Is there something that I'm missing? I have not preformed the MARS/CAP mod, because I'm not sure that I was supposed to do that in addition to pulling diodes 304 and 307. Did they change that with the Deluxe model, or do I need to do something different? Thanks ahead. 73, N1RII From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:26:15 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.uoregon.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!uwm.edu!chi-news.cic.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!iglou!iglou2!n4lq From: n4lq@iglou2.iglou.com (Steve Ellington) Subject: Re: IC-706 HF Rig Features X-Nntp-Posting-Host: iglou2.iglou.com Message-ID: Sender: news@iglou.com (News Administrator) Organization: IgLou Internet Services (1-800-436-4456) X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] References: <9510251621.AA13185@noldor> <46rl82$s3g@newsbf02.news.aol.com> <47887d$8ob@cst715.iac.honeywell.com> Distribution: world Date: Thu, 2 Nov 1995 02:48:28 GMT Lines: 25 I have the 706. You have to buy an interface to convert it to RS232 then feed that to your computer. No software yet. Nice rig for the $$ Alf Green (alf) wrote: : Dan, : The manual includes the protocol info, but no software is provided. However, : that is readily available at the usual ham ftp sites. The programs for the : IC735 : etc should work for the 706. ( I haven't tried it yet though ). : Rgds, Alf NU8I : Scottsdale, AZ DM43an : riffbandit@aol.com (Riffbandit) wrote: : >I'm on a list for the IC-706...I'm wondering about the PC connection. : >Does Icom recommend any particular software, or do they just give : >protocols? : > : >Dan Gunderson : >N9MUF -- Steve Ellington N4LQ@IGLOU.COM Louisville, Ky From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:26:16 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!psgrain!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!news.uoregon.edu!chi-news.cic.net!newsspool.doit.wisc.edu!night.primate.wisc.edu!sdd.hp.com!swrinde!ihnp4.ucsd.edu!news1.ucsd.edu!news-mail-gateway From: BILL.FLETCHER@mail.admin.wisc.EDU Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Needed: Manuals Date: 2 Nov 95 03:31:00 GMT Organization: ucsd usenet gateway Lines: 16 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: ucsd.edu Originator: daemon@ucsd.edu to:ham-equip@ucsd.edu I am wondering if anyone knows how I can get service manuals for some old GE CB radios. They are model #3-5821B. Yeah, I did try GE but they want $25 for them. Are there any other sources? Also, does anyone have an address for Regency? Thanks, Bill AF9B From Unknown Fri Nov 03 12:26:17 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!news.ios.com!news From: afischer@tribeca.ios.com Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: FS (3) Yaesu FT-23R's w/accessories Date: Thu, 02 Nov 1995 04:37:32 GMT Organization: Internet Online Services Lines: 14 Message-ID: <479hoc$6g3@news.ios.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ppp-69.ts-5.nyc.idt.net X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 I have 3 of them w/(2) FNB-17 and (2) FNB-27 batteries, (2) MH-18 speaker/microphones, and an NC-29 quick charge unit. I'm looking for $750. obo. I'm going to be getting a couple of new units and would appreciate any advice on which are the best to get, I've looked at a couple of Kenwoods, and Icoms, but have been out of it for so long I don't know which ones are currently top rated. I really just need maximum range w/o using a repeater. Any input would be much appreciated. Thanks... >Adam From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:23 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: 2-meter handi-talkie want From: clint.bradford@woodybbs.com (Clint Bradford) Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!holonet!colossus.holonet.net!wwswinc!clint.bradford Distribution: world Message-ID: <93.8879.7583.0NFBB758@woodybbs.com> Date: Sun, 5 Nov 95 10:21:00 -0500 Organization: WoodyWare Software, Inc. - 516-736-6662 Lines: 41 Subject: 2-meter handi-talkie wanted >>I'm looking for a good used 2M HT at a good price. Just a straight >>forward HT that works perfectly, bells & whistles okay but not as >>important as price. How about these features...for less than $200. bucks: -12 independently-programmable memory channels, plus one calling and three priority channels. -CTCSS encode and decode. -5 watts minimum (7w typical) @ 12VDC -3 watts @ 9 VDC or 2 watts @ 7.5 VDC. -Low power setting for 1-watt output -Power saver circuitry -Memories store any offset, and any combination of CTCSS tones. -True FM modulation (not phase modulation) for outstanding transmit audio and best performance in packet service. -In addition to DTMF dialing, there is 5-digit DTMF selective paging (DTMF squelch). -A five-number memory dialer that stores 15-digit sequences for autopatch use or DTMF paging. -Scan for either active -- or vacant -- channels, with programmable scanning step of 5, 10, 20, 25, 50 or 100 KHz, and upper and lower scan limits (for VFO scan.) -FAST, 25 channels/second scanning. -Selectable priority channel scan interval, every 4, 8, 12 or 16 seconds. -Multi-function scanning lets you scan standard memories, priority freq. memories, or a frequency range. Resume can be after 10 seconds, when carrier drops, or remain on channel (don't resume.) And it's new - with a 1-year parts/labor warranty! Buy yourself a Radio Shack HTX-202! Clint Bradford --- * TLX v4.00 * Thesaurus: ancient reptile with an excellent vocabulary. þ wcECHO 4.1 ÷ AR-Net: ATTENTION to Details þ Mira Loma, CA þ 909-681-6221 From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:24 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!badger.heurikon.com!uwvax!uwm.edu!chi-news.cic.net!io.org!news.interlog.com!winternet.com!uunet!in2.uu.net!elvis.delphi.com!news.delphi.com!usenet From: Sam Alfano Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: 2-meter handi-talkie wanted Date: Sat, 4 Nov 95 00:02:00 -0500 Organization: Delphi (info@delphi.com email, 800-695-4005 voice) Lines: 8 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: bos1d.delphi.com I'm looking for a good used 2M HT at a good price. Just a straight forward HT that works perfectly, bells & whistles okay but not as important as price. If anyone has one for sale, send e-mail description and price to: samalfano@delphi.com Thanks! From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:24 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: twise@ix.netcom.com (Travis A. Wise) Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,sbay.hams Subject: 4sale: new 2m mobile Date: Sat, 04 Nov 1995 18:08:39 GMT Organization: The Office of Travis A. Wise Lines: 14 Message-ID: <47ga73$nkn@ixnews2.ix.netcom.com> Reply-To: twise@ix.netcom.com NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-sj12-27.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Sat Nov 04 10:08:35 AM PST 1995 X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.swap:50283 rec.radio.amateur.misc:93873 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21105 sbay.hams:107 I have a brand new, never used, 1 month old Radio Shack HTX-212 mobile radio for sale. Includes two VFO's, 50w, manual, wiring, microphone. Never used. Make an offer, no trades please. Travis, KB8FOU twise@ix.netcom.com Travis A. Wise twise@ix.netcom.com http://www.isc.sjsu.edu/b/students/twise/index.html From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:25 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!alterdial.uu.net!not-for-mail From: Burt Fisher Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,sbay.hams Subject: Re: 4sale: new 2m mobile Date: 5 Nov 1995 01:44:02 GMT Lines: 13 Message-ID: <47h4t2$hev@alterdial.UU.NET> References: <47ga73$nkn@ixnews2.ix.netcom.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: 199.172.47.193 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) To: twise@ix.netcom.com Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.swap:50327 rec.radio.amateur.misc:93896 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21117 sbay.hams:108 -- #================#=====================================================# | Burt Fisher | Teacher of video, broadcasting and electronics | | Amateur call | South Dennis, Ma. (Cape Cod) | | K1OIK | The less you say, the more people will remember | #================#=====================================================# | k1oik@ccsnet.com fisher@meol.mass.edu | #======================================================================# From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:26 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!usc!ccnet.com!rwilkins From: rwilkins@ccnet.com (Bob Wilkins n6fri) Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,sbay.hams Subject: Re: 4sale: new 2m mobile Followup-To: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,sbay.hams Date: 5 Nov 1995 11:40:58 GMT Organization: home in the cAVe fishing for burts Lines: 19 Message-ID: <47i7sa$kvn@ccnet2.ccnet.com> References: <47ga73$nkn@ixnews2.ix.netcom.com> <47h4t2$hev@alterdial.UU.NET> NNTP-Posting-Host: ccnet3 X-Ray: doc cant find anything but rasist one-liners on burts chart X-YL: all I get are sexist one liners Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.swap:50350 rec.radio.amateur.misc:93906 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21126 sbay.hams:109 Burt Fisher (k1oik@ccsnet.com) trying hard to say less and less, wrote in <47h4t2$hev@alterdial.UU.NET>: : -- : #================#=====================================================# : | Burt Fisher | Teacher of video, broadcasting and electronics | : | Amateur call | South Dennis, Ma. (Cape Cod) | : | K1OIK | The less you say, the more people will remember | : #================#=====================================================# : | k1oik@ccsnet.com fisher@meol.mass.edu | : #======================================================================# Hey burt what did you want? a 4WD mobile or were you just kerchunking... From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:27 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!news.iadfw.net!usenet From: fladams@iadfw.net (Floyd Adams) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: ??? on mod of FT51R Date: Sat, 04 Nov 1995 12:33:54 GMT Organization: Internet America Lines: 27 Message-ID: <47fmmb$b5e@news.iadfw.net> References: <47e52k$sf3@antares.en.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: fw01-21.ppp.iadfw.net X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Scott Lawrence wrote: >I'm debating on modifing my Yeasu FT51R. I have the directions of >enabling the 420-470 rx/tx 140-?? tx. >Are these jumpers that are to be removed, solder or actual wires? Can >they be cut rather than taking a soldering iron to the board? >Anyone who has done this mod, if you could please share your comments with >me I'd appreciate it. >KC8BGB >Scott, >Lawrence@en.com They are solder pads. There is a drop of solder about 1/16" in diameter across the pads. It requires that you use a very low powered iron and suck or wick the solder off the pad. Be advised that after you perform the mod, your existing profiles, that you have created if you have the optional programming software, will no longer load into the radio. It requires that you create a new template and re-enter the data again. Hope this helps. 73's Floyd WD5ENJ From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:29 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!hodes.com!netcomsv!uu4news.netcom.com!netcomsv!uu3news.netcom.com!ix.netcom.com!netcom.com!jgardner From: jgardner@netcom.com (Jerry Gardner) Subject: Re: an HT from Hong Kong? Message-ID: Organization: NETCOM On-line Communication Services (408 261-4700 guest) X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL1] References: Date: Fri, 3 Nov 1995 20:30:07 GMT Lines: 14 Sender: jgardner@netcom7.netcom.com Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21101 rec.radio.scanner:40277 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11397 Michael Fogarty (mfogarty@netcom.com) wrote: : I am surprised that nobody really seemed to mention the possibilities and : benefits of expanded frequencies. Perhaps you're all old timers who've : gotten the modifiable radios (like my friends), or you don't really care : to listen in on the verboten bands. Regardless, I'll have an HT on : returning from HK or I'll get one here soon thereafter (likely the latter). Expanded frequency coverage is a compromise. If I want such a compromise, I'll buy a cheap Radio Shack scanner. I'd rather not made such a compromise with my ham gear. -- Jerry Gardner | Maintainer of the Large Format Digest jgardner@netcom.com | Send subscription requests to jgardner@netcom.com From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:30 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: an HT from Hong Kong? From: chris.smart@canrem.com (Chris Smart) Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!fonorola!news.crso.com!canrem.com!chris.smart Distribution: world Message-ID: <60.198.3289.0N1FCDB1@canrem.com> References: Date: Sun, 5 Nov 95 20:23:00 -0500 Organization: CRS Online (Toronto, Ontario) Lines: 16 Jg> Expanded frequency coverage is a compromise. If I want such a Jg> compromise, I'll buy a cheap Radio Shack scanner. I'd rather not made Jg> such a compromise with my ham gear. Exactly! I have a Kenwood 241A. Sure, it gets 118-174 MHZ, but about 65-70% of the repeaters I'm interested in on 2m get wiped out by intermod. I plan on completely switching over to 440 mhz, as most of the locals in my area have done. .. 73, VE3 SHT. 19 years old, and licensed since June 15, 1987! ___ Blue Wave/QWK v2.12 PGP 2.6 public key available upon request! From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:31 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!newsfeed.direct.ca!usenet From: jsollows@direct.ca (Jim Sollows) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Any Icom IC25A Mods out there?? Date: Sun, 05 Nov 1995 17:09:28 GMT Organization: Internet Direct Lines: 8 Message-ID: <47iqvv$8cg@grid.Direct.CA> NNTP-Posting-Host: 204.174.244.70 X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Does anyone know if there are any mods available for the IC25A. I've checked the most popular "mods" archives on the net without any luck. I am particularly interrested in an extended receive mode for this radio. Replies via e-mail would be appreciated. Thanks. Jim VE7JLS From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:31 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!usc!howland.reston.ans.net!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!prairienet.org!szinski From: szinski@prairienet.org (Steve Zinski) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Best dual-band radio? Date: 6 Nov 1995 18:57:00 GMT Organization: Prairienet, the East-Central Illinois Free-Net Lines: 12 Message-ID: <47llps$4cs@vixen.cso.uiuc.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: firefly.prairienet.org Hello. I am in the market for a good dual-band (2m/70cm) mobile radio and wanted to get opinions as to which brand/model is best. I have had my eye on the Yaesu FT5100, but I've heard that the receive side is not so hot. What's your opinion? --Steve N9VAH/4 -- ============================================================ == Steven C. Zinski - N9VAH == szinski@prairienet.org == == Richmond, Virginia, USA == == ============================================================ From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:32 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Blind hams and radioshack From: chris.smart@canrem.com (Chris Smart) Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!simtel!lll-winken.llnl.gov!uwm.edu!cs.utexas.edu!utnut!torn!fonorola!news.crso.com!canrem.com!chris.smart Distribution: world Message-ID: <60.186.3289.0N1FCCD4@canrem.com> Date: Sun, 5 Nov 95 13:03:00 -0500 Organization: CRS Online (Toronto, Ontario) Lines: 25 -----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- Have any blind hams out there used or tried to use the Radioshack ham equipment? I'm thinking about buying one of these radios, specifically the HTX404, and would hate to end up with something extremely hard to use. Thanks, Chris. ve3 sht chris.smart@canrem.com, ->crs, 1:229/15 -----BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE----- Version: 2.6 iQCVAgUBMJz7DNZU0fzBPqHhAQFBCgP/aGMB6Y1tegDxHbSWq/Os21AwGvisyumb nE47uYGuquNRKreucG9o+QdBWDQsnslEeq5g0BW7assGbZv3oc5lQbFVSzaxAkXh WA/TfnOs88SRRej+P7ywv0Fq7ayEVU/+Y3Dv8Quv63kzpJusD1U4WIZn2Gd67xI1 OP1+TpN3crg= =+Z/P -----END PGP SIGNATURE----- PGP 2.6 public key available upon request! From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:33 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: tgriff@ix.netcom.com (Tom Griffin) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: COOL STUFF Date: Fri, 03 Nov 1995 17:53:10 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 32 Message-ID: <47g9it$iji@ixnews6.ix.netcom.com> References: <47bgm5$b5r@hptemp1.cc.umr.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-col-sc1-18.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Sat Nov 04 9:57:49 AM PST 1995 X-Newsreader: Forte Agent .99b.112 wrt@eskimo.com (Bill Turner) wrote: >I would be very suspicious of someone who doesn't give his real name, wants >you to send money to someplace you never heard of, for something that ought to >be free.... > > >73, Bill W7LZP >wrt@eskimo.com Point well taken, Bill but where there's a will, there's a way: Path: ix.netcom.com!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.mid.net!news..ksu..ksu..edu!hptemp1..cc..umr..edu!djansen From: djansen@rocket.cc.umr.edu (Fire Fighter) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: COOL STUFF Date: 2 Nov 1995 22:28:21 GMT Organization: UMR Missouri's Technological University Lines: 38 Message-ID: <47bgm5$b5r@hptemp1.cc.umr.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: rocket.cc.umr.edu X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] > don't post here usually 'cuz The moral of the story is that that when you try to pull the wool over everyones' eyes, it's generally you [the wool puller] who has a vision problem. Tom From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:35 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!malgudi.oar.net!caen!reeve.research.aa.wl.com!decwrl!lll-winken.llnl.gov!fnnews.fnal.gov!fnalv1.fnal.gov!MURSO From: murso@fnalv1.fnal.gov (MURSO@fnalv.fnal.gov) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Drake R4A crystal help Date: 6 Nov 1995 15:29:34 GMT Organization: Fermi National Accelerator Lab Lines: 23 Message-ID: <47l9ku$d45@fnnews.fnal.gov> References: <47l7q8$1b00@fidoii.cc.lehigh.edu> Reply-To: murso@fnalv1.fnal.gov NNTP-Posting-Host: fnalv1.fnal.gov Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.misc:93950 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21158 In article <47l7q8$1b00@fidoii.cc.lehigh.edu>, lusgr@chili.CC.Lehigh.EDU (Stephen G. Roseman) writes: >I'm a brand new Tech-plus - got my callsign Saturday. My dipoles are strung >(and waiting on feedline...) I've got my "brand new" Drake twins, a TX-4 and >a R-4A. I'd like to do some HF phone along with CW. Oops - their 10M band >starts at 28.5 Mhz, above the Novice band. > >So, I need a crystal, and have a few questions. > >1. Anyone have suggestions for a good source of a crystal or two? >> >Thanks, >Steve, N3WHW > >---------------------------------------------------------------------------- >Steve Roseman >Lehigh University Computing Center >lusgr@chili.CC.Lehigh.Edu Steve, I recently re-crystalled an FT-101 (put 10m back in it) with crystals I purchased from JAN CRYSTALS in Florida. They came very quickly in the mail and I believe they were about $18.00 each. Nice and friendly company to do business with. Mike KB9KFE From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:36 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.inc.net!uwm.edu!psuvax1!news.cc.swarthmore.edu!netnews.upenn.edu!Lehigh.EDU!chili.CC.Lehigh.EDU!lusgr From: lusgr@chili.CC.Lehigh.EDU (Stephen G. Roseman) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Drake R4A crystal help Date: 6 Nov 1995 14:58:16 GMT Lines: 22 Message-ID: <47l7q8$1b00@fidoii.cc.lehigh.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: chili.cc.lehigh.edu X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.misc:93958 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21163 I'm a brand new Tech-plus - got my callsign Saturday. My dipoles are strung (and waiting on feedline...) I've got my "brand new" Drake twins, a TX-4 and a R-4A. I'd like to do some HF phone along with CW. Oops - their 10M band starts at 28.5 Mhz, above the Novice band. So, I need a crystal, and have a few questions. 1. Anyone have suggestions for a good source of a crystal or two? 2. I don't have the manual for R-4A yet. Looking at the crystals for the built-in bands, it appears that I need a 28.0+11.1=39.1 Mhz crystal. Can anyone verify that? 3. Does anybody have the crystal I need for a reasonable price? Thanks, Steve, N3WHW ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Steve Roseman Lehigh University Computing Center lusgr@chili.CC.Lehigh.Edu From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:36 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!usenet From: "Charles J. Hawley Jr." Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Drake R4A crystal help Date: 6 Nov 1995 19:49:29 GMT Organization: University of Illinois Lines: 6 Message-ID: <47los9$bjq@vixen.cso.uiuc.edu> References: <47l7q8$1b00@fidoii.cc.lehigh.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: ruger-26.slip.uiuc.edu Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) To: lusgr@chili.CC.Lehigh.EDU Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.misc:93963 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21167 Call the R.L.Drake company for the crystals you need. They are very helpful. They are in Miamisburg, Ohio, and the last phone# I have is (may be out of date, but try it) 512-866-2421. The crystals are about $15 each. Chuck, KE9UW From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:38 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!news.micron.net!news From: Terry Dobler KJ7F Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: DSP for Powerline Noise? Date: 5 Nov 1995 16:18:30 GMT Organization: Micron Internet Services Lines: 30 Message-ID: <47io4m$prg@mis02.micron.net> References: <9510300654032315@vdim.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: 204.134.209.92 charles.plunk@vdim.com (Charles Plunk) wrote: > > Hello All, > I am looking for information from anyone who has had experiences > with the use of DSP filters for 2 meter FM and 2 Meter FM Packet to filter > power line noise coming from power lines exterior to my house. Charles, I doubt that a DSP filter will be of much help. You really need to go after the noise at its source, Just calling the power company probably won't get much of a response either. What I suggest is that you get a copy of the "Interference Handbook" by William Nelson, WA6FQG. He describes what causes various types of electrical noise and how to locate them. I have suffered from electrical noise and know how you feel. I am active on moonbounce where even a small noise can mean no contact is possible. Once I have located the pole the noise is coming from I have had success in getting the power company to come out and fix the problem. For what its worth most of the noise sources I have located come from neon signs on business where I've had little luck in getting cooperation. One finally got fixed only because the sign quit completely and they had to get it fixed. I lucked out and happened to drive by while it was being fixed. So I stopped and talked to the repair man. He did not believe me that the sign could cause interference to someone over a mile away until I told him the exact hours the sign was on! Good Luck! Terry KJ7F From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:39 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!eskimo!localhost From: wrt@eskimo.com (Bill Turner) Subject: Re: DSP for Powerline Noise? X-Nntp-Posting-Host: tia1.eskimo.com Message-ID: Sender: news@eskimo.com (News User Id) Organization: Eskimo North (206) For-Ever X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #4 References: <9510300654032315@vdim.com> Date: Sun, 5 Nov 1995 20:45:55 GMT Lines: 32 In article <9510300654032315@vdim.com>, charles.plunk@vdim.com (Charles Plunk) wrote: >Hello All, > I am looking for information from anyone who has had experiences >with the use of DSP filters for 2 meter FM and 2 Meter FM Packet to filter >power line noise coming from power lines exterior to my house. I have >been through the process of trying to get the power company to help, and >after much persistence,gave up on this route. At times the noise is bad >enough to make 3/4 scale voice unpleasant to copy and packet unprintable, >but when the noise ceases (usually late at night and during a rain) >voice is clear and weak packets are printed. Any recommendations on brands >and models used would be appreciated. Thanks 73 de Chuck WD4OZN. > >E mail ----- charles.plunk@vdim.com ------------------------------------------------------------- I've used two DSPs here, an NIR-10 and a DSP59+, and they are not nearly as effective as a good noise blanker built into the radio. Unfortunately, few FM rigs have a noise blanker, because the nature of the demodulator is to reject noise anyway, so the manufacturers feel one isn't necessary. Most of the time that's true, but not always, as you know. My suggestion would be to not give up on the power company. They tend to move glacially, but with enough prodding, they will move. A few years ago I had a problem with a neon sign several blocks away causing terrible QRN here. The owner stonewalled all my requests to fix it until the FCC wrote him a letter stating that that kind of interference to a licensed amateur radio station was illegal. Fixo pronto! The same policy applies to the power company. Keep after 'em!! 73, Bill W7LZP wrt@eskimo.com From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:40 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.intelenet.com!usenet From: barry@valonline.com (Barry Dorfman) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: EARTALK Date: Sat, 04 Nov 1995 01:27:14 GMT Organization: InteleNet Communications, Inc. Lines: 6 Message-ID: <47efg7$ql7@nikita.intelenet.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: 205.162.84.9 X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Does anyone have any info on a device that is a combination of an earphone and ear mic for HTs? Barry KB6CV From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:40 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!news.u.washington.edu!carson.u.washington.edu!jtyoung From: "John T. Young" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Eldico SSB 1000F linear amplifier from the 1960s Date: Sun, 5 Nov 1995 12:45:19 -0800 Organization: University of Washington Lines: 2 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: carson.u.washington.edu Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: TEXT/PLAIN; charset=US-ASCII Anyone out there have one of these vintage amps? I'm having some unique problems with mine and would like to share notes. 73 de John, KI7JB. From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:41 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!torn!newshost.uwo.ca!ts4-13.slip.uwo.ca!lysynski From: lysynski@julian.uwo.ca (Boris Lysynski) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: For sale - Uniden radios Date: Sat, 4 Nov 1995 00:03:10 LOCAL Organization: ITS, UWO Lines: 12 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: ts4-13.slip.uwo.ca X-Authenticated: lysynski@ts4-13.slip.uwo.ca Keywords: for sale X-Newsreader: Trumpet for Windows [Version 1.0 Rev B final beta #4] For sale: Uniden: HR2600 FMH 350D PRO 510XL (2) just moved and don't have room for them. Best offer! mail me: lysynski@julian.uwo.ca I'll get back to you within two days! From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:42 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!news-e1a.megaweb.com!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: jburgwynjr@aol.com (JBurgwynjr) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: For sale Setchell Carlson VLF rcvr Date: 4 Nov 1995 19:59:27 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 1 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <47h29f$roe@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: jburgwynjr@aol.com (JBurgwynjr) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com Setchell Carlson rcvr BC-1206C Untested Good appearance $30.00 shipped From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:43 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!in1.uu.net!daver!dlr From: dlr@daver.bungi.com (Dave Rand) Subject: FREE - Manuals for E-Systems Radio Message-ID: Organization: Association for the Prevention of Polar bears and Kangaroos Date: Sun, 5 Nov 1995 02:00:55 GMT Lines: 12 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.misc:93893 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21115 I have what appears to be a complete set of manuals for the E-Systems UHF Radio Receiver/Transmitter (RT-1107/WSC-3(v)6, RT-1107/WSC-3(v)7). If you want them, you can have them. If you are local to me (San Jose, California), you can pick them up, or send me postage to mail them to you (about 2kg worth). Call or email. Only one set available - first come first served! -- Dave Rand Internet: dlr@daver.bungi.com From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:44 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: FS Sony SW55 $260 $355 From: chris.smart@canrem.com (Chris Smart) Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!fonorola!news.crso.com!canrem.com!chris.smart Distribution: world Message-ID: <60.190.3289.0N1FCD58@canrem.com> Date: Sun, 5 Nov 95 17:31:00 -0500 Organization: CRS Online (Toronto, Ontario) Lines: 24 -----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- Subject says it all; please reply here or send mail to Chris.smart@canrem.com, ->crs, or 1:229/15 Phone (voice): (519) 756-9389 I will also trade this radio for a 2010 in good shape. .. 73, VE3 SHT. 19 years old, and licensed since June 15, 1987! ___ Blue Wave/QWK v2.12 -----BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE----- Version: 2.6 iQCVAgUBMJ06v9ZU0fzBPqHhAQEh3QQAkuBU8caOjAN3G78YhVjz9azq2k48Ii+n Moc55jjxHI1GxNN7pNrgh4krgj4HufHh8OTKkJq0oN+jsvbBxWO8+D+seJMPO4xd JYV1pm0vNbmYp8joT7QFv1xTRkbgUpqi2p/q2/ZNilX1ndpYbjTdu9hcelVD+D7c T0ecPzfeK1o= =99ZS -----END PGP SIGNATURE----- PGP 2.6 public key available upon request! From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:45 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.wwwi.com!nntpdist.primenet.com!usenet From: "Roger L. Beamon" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: FS: Complete Station Date: 4 Nov 1995 12:54:35 GMT Organization: Primenet Lines: 16 Message-ID: <47fnqb$phl@nnrp3.news.primenet.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ip148.tus.primenet.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2N (Windows; I; 16bit) Kenwood TS-940 Ameritron AL-80A Amplifier Electro Voice 664 Mic Astatic D-104 Mic Bird Wattmeter Autek Keyer Asst. Accessories Above equipment obo and absolutely mint! Sold as a lot only for US $1,999.00. Cashier's check will cover shipping in 48 states. Otherwise, you pay shipping. -- Roger Beamon, W3BFM Green Valley, Arizona Phone:(520) 648-2929 or email From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:45 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!ratty.wolfe.net!usenet From: jlbarber@wolfenet.com (Jim Barber) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: FT301 Group?? We know who we are... Date: 6 Nov 1995 08:15:56 GMT Organization: BDJ/Crystal Linen Lines: 15 Message-ID: <47kg7s$4e2@news1.wolfe.net> References: <47bd6e$4jt@grid.Direct.CA> <47cpmp$rb5@news1.wolfe.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: yak-ts1-p19.wolfenet.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: Text/Plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.6 In article , n4lq@iglou2.iglou.comÀ says... > >What is the big deal with these 301's. Kinda big for QRP aren't they? >-- >Steve Ellington N4LQ@IGLOU.COM Louisville, Ky Boy am I hurt.. ;) My 301D has the brick-on-the-back anyway, so doesn't qualify. I use it for HF digital, because the brick has an *enormous* heatsink, and doesn't overheat when I get windy. Which is often. Or so I am told.. :) Jim Barber, N7CXI From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:46 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.voicenet.com!netnews.upenn.edu!Lehigh.EDU!Lehigh.EDU!not-for-mail From: a313@Lehigh.EDU Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Heathkit DX35 tranciever; Antique wind-up Morse code training Date: 6 Nov 1995 12:43:29 -0500 Lines: 23 Message-ID: <47lhg1$13oe@ns2-1.CC.Lehigh.EDU> NNTP-Posting-Host: ns2-1.cc.lehigh.edu In article , frederick .mckenzie-1@kmail.ksc.nasa.gov (Fred McKenzie) writes: >In article , al564@FreeNet.Carleton.CA >(John Rakos) wrote: >> The DX35 has Q-mult and antenna >> multiplier with >> it. This transciever has crystals that you plug intothe back; comes with >> lots of crystals. I do not know enough about trancievers to see if it >> works - the tubes light up. > >John- > >The DX35 is NOT a transceiver. It is a simple transmitter only, with >"controlled carrier" AM modulation. It dates from the mid-to-late 1950s. > >73, Fred, K4DII For anyone interested in picking up one of these rigs, the DX 35 has superior AM capabilities compared to the late DX 40 and others on control carrier modulation. At least mine does !!! 73 DIck K8WHA > From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:47 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!in2.uu.net!news.interlog.com!news1.toronto.fonorola.net!infoshare!passport.ca!not-for-mail From: lmilrad@passport.ca (Lou Milrad) Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: HELP PLEASE - MOTOROLA MX30OR INFO & PARTS Date: 4 Nov 1995 19:49:29 -0500 Organization: Passport Lines: 14 Message-ID: <47h1mp$7a0@diplomatic.passport.ca> NNTP-Posting-Host: diplomatic.passport.ca Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.swap:50336 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21120 I have a chance to acquire a set of Motorola UHF MX30OR 12 channel radios (Model H44SXU3140AN) which are medium sized units with a black rubberized finish. Two problems - firstly, I'm not familiar and never seen nor heard anything about these models and secondly, neither has an antenna nor battery. Any input regarding these units would be greatly appreciated as well as suggested product numbers for the antenna and battery packs. Both are in the lower 440 MHz split. Thanks in advance. -- Lou Milrad lmilrad@passport.ca From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:48 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!castle.nando.net!grail1706.nando.net!user From: REDLIGHT@NANDO.NET (MICHAEL T. HODGSON) Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: HELP PLEASE - MOTOROLA MX30OR INFO & PARTS Date: 5 Nov 1995 23:53:56 GMT Organization: DIAL PAGE/MOBILEMEDIA Lines: 29 Message-ID: References: <47h1mp$7a0@diplomatic.passport.ca> NNTP-Posting-Host: grail1706.nando.net Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.swap:50382 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21144 In article <47h1mp$7a0@diplomatic.passport.ca>, lmilrad@passport.ca (Lou Milrad) wrote: > I have a chance to acquire a set of Motorola UHF MX30OR 12 channel radios > (Model H44SXU3140AN) which are medium sized units with a black rubberized > finish. Two problems - firstly, I'm not familiar and never seen nor heard > anything about these models and secondly, neither has an antenna nor > battery. > > Any input regarding these units would be greatly appreciated as well as > suggested product numbers for the antenna and battery packs. Both are in > the lower 440 MHz split. > > Thanks in advance. > -- > Lou Milrad > lmilrad@passport.ca lou these are very rare units by most standards..they were typically sold to the us govt agencies ie coast guard, dea etc. they are really mx300-s inside with some minor differences..case parts are limited availabilty and u best have the us mint in your pocket...bad thing was that the rubber rots..especially in the sun.. i have several of them myself and have all the spares (inside) that u might need..lalso have a rare converta com for one.. mike -- Mike - Raleigh, NC USA From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:49 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!in2.uu.net!news.interlog.com!winternet.com!news From: 758-5382@mcimail.com (Mike) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Help with GE MASTR 440 repeater Date: 5 Nov 1995 16:24:06 GMT Organization: StarNet Communications, Inc Lines: 5 Message-ID: <47iof6$45i@blackice.winternet.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ppp-66-14.dialup.winternet.com X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.92.6+ My friend Tom N0QNY recently bought a Ge master II 440 repeater. The problem is that he has been unsuccessful in tying in a controller or an IDer. We know we must tie in the inputs before the Pl circuit but cant figure out where. Please drop us a note if you know anything these repeaters. We would love to put this unit into service ASAP. TNX de N0ZXG From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:50 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.clark.net!rahul.net!a2i!bug.rahul.net!a2i!thales.nmia.com!usenet From: Eric DeWitt Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Help with GE MASTR 440 repeater Date: 5 Nov 1995 23:39:51 GMT Organization: NMIA Lines: 5 Message-ID: <47ji07$6co@thales.nmia.com> References: <47iof6$45i@blackice.winternet.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: dialup91.nmia.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2 (Windows; U; 16bit) To: 758-5382@mcimail.com Look for the line that is labeled Vol/SQ/HI. This should get you good flat audio from the receiver. Eric From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:51 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!simtel!news.kei.com!eff!news.umbc.edu!haven.umd.edu!purdue!lerc.nasa.gov!magnus.acs.ohio-state.edu!freenet.columbus.oh.us!not-for-mail From: gfoley@freenet.columbus.oh.us (Gerard Foley) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc Subject: Re: How to fix intermod? Followup-To: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc Date: 5 Nov 1995 23:27:50 -0500 Organization: The Greater Columbus FreeNet Lines: 46 Message-ID: <47k2s6$7g3@acme.freenet.columbus.oh.us> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: acme.freenet.columbus.oh.us X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21148 rec.radio.amateur.misc:93936 Jeff Wigal (jwigal@wsunix.wsu.edu) wrote: : Hi-- : When I travel through some areas of Seattle, my radio is bombarded with : intermod interference (at least that's what I think it is)... : Is there anything I can do to filter this out? Is there any kind of : circuit that I can make that will reduce this interference? : -Jeff Wigal There are three general categories of action against intermod. One is filtering, that is, the placing of selective circuits between the antenna and the receiver that will attenuate (weaken) one or more of the signals which are acting together to produce the interference. The filters can be narrow band, if only a narrow band of frequencies is to blame, or wide band, if many signals on a wide range of frequencies are involved. The filters must themselves be carefully shielded to prevent the interfering radiation from being picked up by the filter just as it was by the antenna. The second category of prevention is making the device in which the intermod is occurring more linear. The crudest way to do this is simply to attenuate all the signals that come into the receiver. The cost is that the signals you want to hear are weakened along with those you don't want. The most subtle way is to change the amplifiers and mixers in the receiver, normally not something we want to fool around with. The expensive way is to replace the receiver with another that is more selective and more linear. Sometimes the only solution is to stay away from the area. Other things outside your receiver may be generating the intermodulation and putting it inside the band of frequencies you want to listen to. These can be the final amplifiers of transmitters around the area, or rusty joints in fences, or any of a number of non-linear devices that can generate and radiate the intermodulation. It ain't simple, and I doubt if there is a metropolitan area in the North America, and maybe in the world, where there is not some area where intractable intermod does not occur. The other services, police, cellular and so on will try to deal with it by increasing the power of their transmitters, which only makes the situation worse for everyone else! GL and 73 Gerry From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:52 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!btnet!dispatch.news.demon.net!demon!mail2news.demon.co.uk!relay-4.mail.demon.net From: Larry Smith Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: IC 2350 mods wanted Date: Mon, 06 Nov 1995 00:33:09 GMT Organization: Myorganisation Lines: 6 Message-ID: <478529799wnr@g4oxy.demon.co.uk> Reply-To: Larry@g4oxy.demon.co.uk X-NNTP-Posting-Host: relay-4.mail.demon.net X-Broken-Date: Monday, Nov 06, 1995 00.33.09 X-Newsreader: Newswin Alpha 0.7 I have recently purchased a IC 2350A Can any one supply mods to expand coverage etc As a minimum I need it to cover the UK 70cm band 430-440 73-- Larry Smith G4OXY From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:53 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!nwnews.wa.com!news.halcyon.com!usenet From: "Gary P. Fiber" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: IC-706 HF Rig Features Date: 4 Nov 1995 15:48:51 GMT Organization: Northwest Nexus Inc. Lines: 20 Message-ID: <47g213$g8c@news.halcyon.com> References: <9510251621.AA13185@noldor> <46rl82$s3g@newsbf02.news.aol.com> <47887d$8ob@cst715.iac.honeywell.com> <47aiup$qh2@news.halcyon.com> <1995Nov2.190337.671@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> NNTP-Posting-Host: blv-pm10-ip22.halcyon.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2N (Windows; I; 32bit) The adjustment for 4 bit data is for connecting the 706 to a 735 using one for the receiver and the other for the transmitter, and allowing them to track each other. It is called transceive mode in the CI-V world of things. One might try setting the 706 to the 4 bit data and see if a 735 control program will work. But there are many fine programs that also cover other models along with the 735. The service manual figures to be available some time after January, 1996. Leaving out the print is a cost cutting measure, also aloows for putting in all efforts to service manuals. If you take $ 0.50 per print and multiply that by 20,000 radios it gets to be a fairly pricy sum of money. Money that is better spent for service manuals. Far better than not printing service manuals at all. In todays radios it is pretty hard to identify and find one's way around with out some sort of circuit board layout. The layouts will be in the service manual. 73' Gary From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:55 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!badger.heurikon.com!uwvax!uwm.edu!chi-news.cic.net!simtel!news.kei.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!iglou!iglou2!n4lq From: Steve Ellington Subject: Re: IC706 CW Filter ?? In-Reply-To: <199511032136.VAA03616@w3eax.umd.edu> X-Sender: n4lq@iglou2 X-Nntp-Posting-Host: iglou2.iglou.com Content-Type: TEXT/PLAIN; charset=US-ASCII Message-ID: Sender: news@iglou.com (News Administrator) Organization: IgLou Internet Services (1-800-436-4456) References: <199511032136.VAA03616@w3eax.umd.edu> Mime-Version: 1.0 Date: Sat, 4 Nov 1995 04:42:53 GMT Lines: 17 I paid $95 for it from HRO. Sure did the trick. > How much are the FL-100s going for? I have one that I'd > consider selling 'cause I don't see myself getting a 706 > all that soon. > -- > Scott Rosenfeld NF3I Burtonsville, MD FM19 QRV 40-10/6/2/440 > ** Yes, you CAN do VHF contests with 25W and omni antennas ** > Still stuck at 138 countries confirmed on HF w/dipoles... > -------------------------------------------------------------- > 72 & 73 from lovely suburban DC 301-549-1022 weekends/evenings > Steve Ellington N4LQ@IGLOU.COM Louisville, Ky From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:56 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!simtel!lll-winken.llnl.gov!uwm.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!usenet From: "Charles J. Hawley Jr." Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Icom 706 - modified advertising! Check web site! Date: 4 Nov 1995 17:58:35 GMT Organization: University of Illinois Lines: 33 Message-ID: <47g9kb$hdc@vixen.cso.uiuc.edu> References: <1995Nov1.174701.24975@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> <1995Nov3.103621.1@ntc01.tele.nokia.fi> <47g26n$g8c@news.halcyon.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: berlin-10.slip.uiuc.edu Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: multipart/mixed; boundary="-------------------------------32133882910793" X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) To: gfiber@halcyon.com This is a multi-part message in MIME format. ---------------------------------32133882910793 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii "Gary P. Fiber" wrote: >Did you know the IC-706 uses ONE pair of final transistors for 160 through >2 meters transmit ? Also how about the I-LOOP, one PLL that can cover 10 >Hz to 3000 GHz. pretty slick rig. > >Gary > I think it uses the pair for 160 thru 6 and the driver for same alone on 2 meters, bypassing the output pair. Chuck, KE9UW ---------------------------------32133882910793 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Content-Type: text/plain Charles Jack Hawley Jr. Amateur Radio KE9UW (A.K.A. 'Chuck' in Ham Radio) BMW K100RS, BMWMOA #224 (A.K.A. 'Jack' in Motorcycles) hawley@aries.scs.uiuc.edu Sr. Research Engineer Emeritus Univ of Ill, Urbana-Champaign ---------------------------------32133882910793-- From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:57 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!simtel!lll-winken.llnl.gov!uwm.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!usenet From: "Charles J. Hawley Jr." Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Icom 706 - modified advertising! Check web site! Date: 4 Nov 1995 17:59:10 GMT Organization: University of Illinois Lines: 33 Message-ID: <47g9le$hdc@vixen.cso.uiuc.edu> References: <1995Nov1.174701.24975@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> <1995Nov3.103621.1@ntc01.tele.nokia.fi> <47g26n$g8c@news.halcyon.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: berlin-10.slip.uiuc.edu Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: multipart/mixed; boundary="-------------------------------20192457510908" X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) To: gfiber@halcyon.com This is a multi-part message in MIME format. ---------------------------------20192457510908 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii "Gary P. Fiber" wrote: >Did you know the IC-706 uses ONE pair of final transistors for 160 through >2 meters transmit ? Also how about the I-LOOP, one PLL that can cover 10 >Hz to 3000 GHz. pretty slick rig. > >Gary > I think it uses the pair for 160 thru 6 and the driver for same alone on 2 meters, bypassing the output pair. Chuck, KE9UW ---------------------------------20192457510908 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Content-Type: text/plain Charles Jack Hawley Jr. Amateur Radio KE9UW (A.K.A. 'Chuck' in Ham Radio) BMW K100RS, BMWMOA #224 (A.K.A. 'Jack' in Motorcycles) hawley@aries.scs.uiuc.edu Sr. Research Engineer Emeritus Univ of Ill, Urbana-Champaign ---------------------------------20192457510908-- From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:58 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!nwnews.wa.com!news.halcyon.com!usenet From: "Gary P. Fiber" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Icom 706 - modified advertising! Check web site! Date: 4 Nov 1995 15:51:51 GMT Organization: Northwest Nexus Inc. Lines: 6 Message-ID: <47g26n$g8c@news.halcyon.com> References: <1995Nov1.174701.24975@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> <1995Nov3.103621.1@ntc01.tele.nokia.fi> NNTP-Posting-Host: blv-pm10-ip22.halcyon.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2N (Windows; I; 32bit) Did you know the IC-706 uses ONE pair of final transistors for 160 through 2 meters transmit ? Also how about the I-LOOP, one PLL that can cover 10 Hz to 3000 GHz. pretty slick rig. Gary From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:59 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!news-e1a.megaweb.com!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: k5qq@aol.com (K5QQ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Icom 706 - modified advertising! Check web site! Date: 4 Nov 1995 22:50:59 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 32 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <47hcb3$1g5@newsbf02.news.aol.com> References: <1995Nov3.103621.1@ntc01.tele.nokia.fi> Reply-To: k5qq@aol.com (K5QQ) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com Experiment with the preamplifer OFF I find my 706 works very well everywhere but I notice that if you are not in a HAM band, the preamplifer does funny things. It seems to distort the signals. Try this experiment on 2 meters. With the preamplifer off, Tune the band with the squelch off and tune past a band edge. No significant change will be noted. Now do the same thing with the preamplifer on and notice what happens as you tune the band edge. The radio beeps as you cross the band edge and the noise become incredible. I also noticed that on the 118 mhz airport advisory channel, the signal is great with the preamplifer off. But with it on, the signal becomes very distorted. However the preamplifer works like a champ on any ham band particularly on 6 meters and on 2 meters. So, it appears to me it is somehow programmed and out of band has something else put into the circuit. The reports of poor sensitivity need to be rechecked to see how the preamplifer was set. I love my 706 - it's a neat radio with the only drawback on programming 2 meter repeaters. It wants to act like a HF radio with the memory management. 73's all K5QQ@AOL.COM From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:04:59 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!newshost.ndhm.gtegsc.com!NewsWatcher!user From: Harrington.Ed@mail.ndhm.gtegsc.com (Ed Harrington) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: ICOM 706--Feedback Wanted Date: Mon, 06 Nov 1995 11:37:55 +0000 Organization: GTE Government Systems Lines: 5 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: 157.176.66.44 Please send me your comments (positive or negative) on your experience with the new ICOM 706. Thanks and 73s, Ed--AA1IN From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:00 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsie.dmc.com!news.iii.net!news From: pmarkou@ferrets.iii.net (Peter M) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Icom Computer CI-V Interface Date: 7 Nov 1995 00:29:32 GMT Organization: iii.net subscriber Lines: 12 Message-ID: <47m99v$1oq@news.iii.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: ferrets.iii.net X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.92.6+ I'm looking for some information about the Icom CI-V interface to remotely control an Icom radio. I understand that it is a simple TTL interface (on the radio) but that's about it. I'm looking for an electrical specification and a list of command formats for issuing instructions to the radio. Any information that you can provide will be appreciated. 73's, Peter WB1DWK From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:01 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!nwnews.wa.com!news.halcyon.com!usenet From: "Gary P. Fiber" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Info Needed-Icom V68 FM Handie Talkie Date: 4 Nov 1995 16:01:57 GMT Organization: Northwest Nexus Inc. Lines: 13 Message-ID: <47g2pl$g8c@news.halcyon.com> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: blv-pm10-ip22.halcyon.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2N (Windows; I; 32bit) Jason, That radio is only sold for export only in the U.S. You need the programming manual for the radio which is different that the operators manual. See your dealer for that as ICOM will not send you one. Only dealers ware able to order them. You are quite correct the radio is mainly for commerical services, also with the UT-88 you can add scrambling to the radio with CTCSS encode/decode. The radio can be cloned, and you can even turn the display 180 degrees via software, flip it over. It has lots of neat features. Mostly sold offshore to places like Central america etc. 73' Gary From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:02 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!uwm.edu!lll-winken.llnl.gov!decwrl!pagesat.net!maw.montana.com!news From: dandroxl@montana.com (Dave and Rox) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Info Needed-Icom V68 FM Handie Talkie Date: 5 Nov 1995 23:35:21 GMT Organization: Internet Connect Services Lines: 33 Message-ID: <47jhnp$pso@maw.montana.com> References: Reply-To: dandrox@montana.com NNTP-Posting-Host: ptm23.montana.com X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.92.6+ In article , jason goldring says: >Jason. > Sounds like a comercial radio, which means generally no VFO, very fast scanner, better reciever performance than amateur (intermod), a manual written for idiots, and no amateur only features like "offset". Comercial gear usually handles duplex (repeaters) by designating a seperate transmit and recieve frequency in programing. In fact some even require the transmit and recieve to be programed for simplex. In most cases, recieve only can be set by programing a recieve frequency and leaving the transmit blank. Some of the features and programing are going to be different than the way your used to thinking about them. Usually what you get is a scanner with a real priority which works in the scan list, *probably* a better reciever, and heavy duty construction. If this radio was represented to you as a *amateur* radio, then it was probably mis-represented. However, I don't think it was as you report the salesman said it was sutible for comercial use, therefore implying type acceptance. Amateur gear is usually not type accepted in the form it is marketed to amateurs. There is nothing unappropitate about using comercial gear on amateur frequencies, and it sounds like the salesman gave you a inexpensive alternative (if the price was as good as you say it was). If there is a comercial shop in your area that deals with ICOM, they can help. Most modern comercial gear is programed with software on a PC. There usually is a way to field program radios of this type that is not openly advertised, or stated in the manual. Dave - N7MJW From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:03 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!eskimo!localhost From: wrt@eskimo.com (Bill Turner) Subject: Re: Kenwood TS-850 Receive Antenna Mod? X-Nntp-Posting-Host: tia1.eskimo.com Message-ID: Sender: news@eskimo.com (News User Id) Organization: Eskimo North (206) For-Ever X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #4 References: <476o1c$f1s@thales.nmia.com> Date: Sun, 5 Nov 1995 01:55:34 GMT Lines: 28 In article <476o1c$f1s@thales.nmia.com>, discus@caverns.com (Larry Pardue) wrote: >I have a buddy (N5DM) who has been trying to decide between the 850 >and 870. He would like to get an 850 except for the lack of >provisions for a separate receive antenna for 160 meter use. I have >checked all the mod lists for the 850 and have found no mod that would >allow the use of a separate receive antenna. Has anyone done such a >mod or has anyone heard of anyone else doing it? You could reply on >the group, or to me at discus@caverns.com (NU5M) or to Paul Elliott >(N5DM) at st_pelliott@beta.nmjc.cc.nm.us. > >73 Larry (NU5M) > ------------------------------------------------------------- I haven't actually made such a mod, but from poking around in that area of my '850, I can see where it'd be pretty easy. The RF comes into the receiver board at a connector marked RAT (receive antenna, I suppose). It's not a standard connector, but a little ingenuity would allow one to add a separate wire out to a separate connector. The board is on the bottom of the unit, and the connector is under the shield at the back of the board. The RAT connector is right next to the back edge of the board, right next to the back side of the cabinet. Email me if you need more info. 73, Bill W7LZP wrt@eskimo.com From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:04 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: beretta1@ix.netcom.com (LARRY PIKE ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: KNWD 850 MODS ? Date: 5 Nov 1995 17:04:26 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 7 Message-ID: <47iqqq$qij@ixnews4.ix.netcom.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-pal-il1-11.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Sun Nov 05 9:04:26 AM PST 1995 Anyone know of mods for 850 kenwood? Especially interested in opening up txmt on MARS freqs... tnx pls reply to Beretta1@ix.netcom.com Larry - WD9HCR From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:05 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!in2.uu.net!news1.digital.com!decwrl!nntp.crl.com!pacbell.com!amdahl.com!amd!netcomsv!uu4news.netcom.com!netcomsv!uu3news.netcom.com!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: infinit2@ix.netcom.com (Barney Rubble ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: looking for mods... Date: 4 Nov 1995 09:43:21 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 7 Message-ID: <47fcjp$8qn@ixnews3.ix.netcom.com> References: <1995Nov2.083921.25024@lafn.org> <47chsr$i3m@hgea01.hgea.org> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-nyc11-02.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Sat Nov 04 1:43:21 AM PST 1995 I am looking for the MARS Modification for the Alinco Dj-580.. please don't reply if you r going to tell me to cut the red wire... that is not what i want... thanks From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:05 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!malgudi.oar.net!caen!usenet.cis.ufl.edu!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!gatech2!pirates!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!swrinde!sdd.hp.com!usc!chi-news.cic.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!newsfeed.ACO.net!fstgal00.tu-graz.ac.at!not-for-mail From: Walter Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: looking for price info of PRO-2002 Date: 6 Nov 1995 15:32:36 GMT Organization: Graz University of Technology, Austria Lines: 6 Message-ID: <47l9qk$lrh@fstgal00.tu-graz.ac.at> NNTP-Posting-Host: ftubpc01.tu-graz.ac.at Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) Anyone can recomment a shop where a used or new PRO 2002 can be bought? (Best location is US or singapore) tks walter From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:06 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!uwm.edu!math.ohio-state.edu!magnus.acs.ohio-state.edu!lerc.nasa.gov!purdue!yuma!lamar.ColoState.EDU!not-for-mail From: galen@lamar.ColoState.EDU (Watts) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Mod'd IC-820H freq range? Date: 5 Nov 1995 10:47:59 -0700 Organization: Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80523 Lines: 11 Message-ID: <47itcf$36r8@lamar.ColoState.EDU> References: <40.15061.2424@channel1.com> <47g2ct$g8c@news.halcyon.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: lamar.acns.colostate.edu X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Gary P. Fiber (gfiber@halcyon.com) wrote: : Carl, : Post a request for the receiver modification information to ICOM at : 75540.525@compuserve.com. I'll bet the nice person running the e-mail : service will be glad to mail the wide RX mod to you. Remember to include a : mailing address. The modification does involve removing some surface mount : diodes. : 73' Gary What's the frequency range after the mod? Galen, KF0YJ From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:07 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!uwm.edu!lll-winken.llnl.gov!decwrl!nntp.crl.com!pacbell.com!amdahl.com!amd!netcomsv!uu4news.netcom.com!netcomsv!uu3news.netcom.com!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: infinit2@ix.netcom.com (Barney Rubble ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Moto' Saber UHF info wanted. Date: 4 Nov 1995 09:39:08 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 38 Message-ID: <47fcbs$86n@ixnews6.ix.netcom.com> References: <1995Nov2.083921.25024@lafn.org> <47chsr$i3m@hgea01.hgea.org> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-nyc11-02.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Sat Nov 04 1:39:08 AM PST 1995 In <47chsr$i3m@hgea01.hgea.org> Brian Kitaoka writes: > >Hi Matt: > >In regards to the Motorola Radios: the line goes as follows: > >JEDI = HT1000, MT2000, MTS2000, & MTX Trunked Radios. > >SABER: Saber I, II, III > >ASTRO SABER: > >There are dealers in your area that sells JEDI & SABERS USED. > >I think what you need to find out first exactly what frequencies, >Private Line/ Digital Private Line is used, and be sure that the system >is NOT trunked or ASTRO. > >E-mail me at BK104@HGEA.ORG with specific questions and I can try to >help you. Motorola Software is priced at $350.00 for each radio type. > >Each radio requires a programming cable. Cost for this varies. You >would also need a Radio Interface Box (RIB). > > >Can't give you a est cost of a used radio without more specific >information. Estimated cost to purchase equipment needed to program >radios is about $600.00 alone. > >My recommedation is if you are serious about MOTOROLA Radios, look for a >reputable dealer in your area. > > I have a MOt Saber System... and the Prog. equipment cost me less than $200 ....You don't have to Be everything from Mot...they rip you Off... From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:08 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!usc!news.cerf.net!nntp2.cerf.net!pelican.com!grian!morris From: morris@grian.cps.altadena.ca.us (Mike Morris) Subject: Motorola Syntor "Anaconda" info needed Message-ID: <1995Nov5.094224.11306@grian.cps.altadena.ca.us> Organization: College Park Software, Altadena, CA Distribution: usa Date: Sun, 5 Nov 1995 09:42:24 GMT Lines: 15 I had a hard disk crash and I lost the messages I had filed on the Anaconda adaptor for the Motorola Syntor mobile. Would the gentlemen that are working on it please email me so we can re-establish communications. Thanks in advance. Mike WA6ILQ -- --- Mike Morris morris@grian.cps.altadena.ca.us #include I have others, but this works the best. This message assembled from 100% recycled electrons (and pixels). From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:09 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!simtel!chi-news.cic.net!uwm.edu!math.ohio-state.edu!howland.reston.ans.net!news-e1a.megaweb.com!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: mcb07@aol.com (MCB 07) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Need Help On FT-5100 Yaesu Date: 4 Nov 1995 16:26:39 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 6 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <47glqf$opk@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: mcb07@aol.com (MCB 07) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com I have lost my manual for my radio and have inadvertently turned on the beep function. I would appreciate it greatly if some could let me know the combination of buttons to turn this off. thanks, RS From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:10 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!nntp.crl.com!pacbell.com!amdahl.com!amd!netcomsv!uu4news.netcom.com!netcomsv!uu3news.netcom.com!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: wd6dih@ix.netcom.com (Kevin Karamanos ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Need Help On FT-5100 Yaesu Date: 5 Nov 1995 07:18:01 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 21 Message-ID: <47hof9$bkq@ixnews6.ix.netcom.com> References: <47glqf$opk@newsbf02.news.aol.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-ir15-10.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Sat Nov 04 11:18:01 PM PST 1995 In <47glqf$opk@newsbf02.news.aol.com> mcb07@aol.com (MCB 07) writes: > >I have lost my manual for my radio and have inadvertently turned on the >beep function. I would appreciate it greatly if some could let me know >the combination of buttons to turn this off. > > thanks, > RS YAESU FT-5100 Beep ON/OFF Here is what you do to turn the Beep ON/OFF. - Press the [F] then [TONE] button, then press the [F] again to turn the beep on/off. - Press the [TONE] button again to save settings. 73's Kevin From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:11 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!news2.new-york.net!asb10.com!Keith From: Keith@unix.asb.com (Keith Knipschild - LI ,N.Y ) Subject: Need Info: ICOM IC-W31a X-Newsreader: Trumpet for Windows [Version 1.0 Rev B final beta #4] X-Nntp-Posting-User: (Unauthenticated) Organization: America's Sugguestion Box-Long Island # 1 Internet Provider Lines: 17 Message-ID: X-Nntp-Posting-Host: sls10.asb.com Date: Sun, 5 Nov 1995 20:48:11 GMT Iam interested in the ICOM IC-31a HT, I checked it out at a local HamFest, and was impressed with the UHF Reciever , especially out of band ( 478MHZ ) Are there any MODs Yet for this Radio, ( TX on Extended UHF) Thanks, Keith |============================================================================| | ® Keith@unix.asb.com == SLIP/PPP Internet Address ® | | ® Keith.Knipschild@asb.com == BBS Internet Address ® | | ® Http://www.asb.com/usr/keith == My WWW Page URL Address ® | | ® N2NJS@KC2FD.NY.USA.NA == Ham Radio AX25 Packet Address ® | | ® 70302,2701 == CompuServe Address ® | | ® K.Knipschild == GENIE Address ® | |=========================================================================== | ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:12 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.interserv.net!usenet From: 70511,2570@compuserve.com Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.shortwave Subject: New CAPMAN does contour mapping Date: 4 Nov 1995 23:49:20 GMT Organization: InterServ News Service Lines: 14 Message-ID: <47gu60$8i1@data.interserv.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: ad68-014.compuserve.com Keywords: HF,PROPAGATION,IONCAP X-Newsreader: SPRY News 3.03 (SPRY, Inc.) Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21113 rec.radio.amateur.misc:93886 rec.radio.shortwave:65622 Version 3.0 of CAPMAN, Communications Analysis Prediction Manager, is now available with many enhancements. A mapping module is also available that provides color contours of: MUF or S/N, Reliability, Angle, Field Strength, Antenna Gains, Virtual Height, Loss, Range and more relative to frequency, projected on a user specified area or the entire world map. See ads in the current issue of NCJ and CQ for more details. contact: Lucas Radio/Kangaroo Tabor Software 552 Wewoka Drive, Boulder, CO 80303 303-494-4647 FAX: 303-494-0937 Say you saw it here. From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:13 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!searnet.com!news-out.internetmci.com!internetMCI!darwin.sura.net!atlas.tntech.edu!jmg From: jmg@tntech.edu (Jeff Gold) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: New Radio Shack 2 mtr mobile Message-ID: <1995Nov4.163905.16063@atlas.tntech.edu> Date: 4 Nov 95 16:39:05 -0500 Organization: Tennessee Tech University Lines: 7 Anyone know anything about the new Radio Shack 2 meter mobile rigs. They are on sale for $299 now and it sure looked good. wonder who really makes it and how it compares to the other current 2 meter mobile on the market. 73 Jeff, AC4HF From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:13 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!simtel!agis!ns2.mainstreet.net!ftp.netgate.net!news From: evelez@netgate.net (Ed Velez) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: New Radio Shack 2 mtr mobile Date: Sun, 05 Nov 1995 05:00:44 GMT Organization: NetGate Communications Lines: 18 Message-ID: <47hge0$jft@ftp.netgate.net> References: <1995Nov4.163905.16063@atlas.tntech.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: d47.netgate.net X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 jmg@tntech.edu (Jeff Gold) wrote: >Anyone know anything about the new Radio Shack 2 meter mobile >rigs. They are on sale for $299 now and it sure looked good. >wonder who really makes it and how it compares to the other >current 2 meter mobile on the market. >73 >Jeff, AC4HF I have the HTX212 myself. This is not a bells and whistles type radio but one nice feature is true FM rather than phase modulated. The radio uses Motorola chips and is manufactured by Maxon. 30 memories with any offset and separate tx and rx PL's. not great on the lockout feature, can only do 5 lockouts. Ed Velez / Corsair Communications Taking the bite out of cellular fraud... From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:14 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!uwm.edu!fnnews.fnal.gov!fnalv1.fnal.gov!MURSO From: murso@fnalv1.fnal.gov (MURSO@fnalv.fnal.gov) Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: New Radio Shack 2 mtr mobile Date: 6 Nov 1995 13:52:53 GMT Organization: Fermi National Accelerator Lab Lines: 26 Message-ID: <47l3vl$qkt@fnnews.fnal.gov> References: <1995Nov4.163905.16063@atlas.tntech.edu>,<1995Nov4.164003.16064@atlas.tntech.edu> Reply-To: murso@fnalv1.fnal.gov NNTP-Posting-Host: fnalv1.fnal.gov Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.swap:50431 rec.radio.amateur.misc:93946 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21155 In article <1995Nov4.164003.16064@atlas.tntech.edu>, jmg@tntech.edu (Jeff Gold) writes: >Anyone know anything about the new Radio Shack 2 meter mobile >rigs. They are on sale for $299 now and it sure looked good. >wonder who really makes it and how it compares to the other >current 2 meter mobile on the market. >73 > >Jeff, AC4HF Jeff, I have had an HTX-212 almost since they came out. It has a few quirks that are just slightly annoying (You can't save out of band freq - like the weather broadcasts in memory.) I have had no problem and it is very easy to set up a repeater freq into memory. Even the odd splits (my home repeater has a 1.08M split) are not a problem. It does CTCSS both directions out of the box (Read no add-on board). It has good audio and a 30 memory selection is plenty for me. You do have to "OPEN UP" the transmit and receive (it is still in band however) to use many of the repeater that use a lower than RS allowed transmit. I talked to customer service and their response was that it was intentional and done to go along with a "gentlemens aggreement" on bandplan. The 10 watt low is a little higher power than I would like and the 45 high power is fine. The Squelch is a little wierd in the setting. 50% - 12 o'clock is just S1 on my radio. It is very hard to squelch out a moderate signal. All in all I would buy another for my wife, but I want to wait for the rumored "dual-band" mobile (and give my wife the 2m unit!) Mike KB9KFE From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:15 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!in2.uu.net!news.cais.net!news.cais.com!ip7.dialup.paltech.com!mcintosh From: mcintosh@paltech.com (Ken McIntosh) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Old tube FM power strips Date: Sun, 5 Nov 1995 01:48:37 GMT Organization: KHM Associates Lines: 12 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: ip7.dialup.paltech.com X-Newsreader: Trumpet for Windows [Version 1.0 Rev B final beta #4] Please check your stuff (read junk) boxes. I'm looking for a moto 41V ac power strip. Ditto a 30 watt GE ProgLine ac power strip. Md, DC, No. VA. area. TIA Ken, W3PNT From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:16 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!quiknet3.quiknet.com!calweb!pagesat.net!decwrl!enews.sgi.com!lll-winken.llnl.gov!uwm.edu!chi-news.cic.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!castle.nando.net!news From: Dave Hockaday Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Old tube FM power strips Date: 5 Nov 1995 03:36:00 GMT Organization: News & Observer Public Access Lines: 19 Message-ID: <47hbf0$b1h@castle.nando.net> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: grail1713.nando.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) To: mcintosh@paltech.com >Please check your stuff (read junk) boxes. > >I'm looking for a moto 41V ac power strip. > >Ditto a 30 watt GE ProgLine ac power strip. > >Md, DC, No. VA. area. > >TIA > >Ken, W3PNT > HI Ken! I know you posted other than NC, but I have a friend here near Raleigh that has just such a creature...just in case you run into a dead end... 73 de Dave WB4IUY From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:17 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!info.ucla.edu!library.ucla.edu!delphi.cs.ucla.edu!drivel.ics.uci.edu!not-for-mail From: turner@safety.ics.uci.edu (Clark Savage Turner) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: OMNI VI Problems Date: 3 Nov 1995 16:21:22 -0800 Organization: UC Irvine Department of ICS Lines: 11 Message-ID: <47ebm2$4c@safety.ics.uci.edu> References: <47cmk0$jhk@newsserv.zdv.uni-tuebingen.de> <47db2i$4nj@solaris.cc.vt.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: safety.ics.uci.edu I have an OMNI VI that was built early this year. It does not exhibit any problem with the QSK at 35 wpm or higher, and the sidetone is fine. The noise from the reed relay is really very light and high pitched, easily ignored. (I have a few ways to quiet it down and I am satisfied that when I want to, I will make it very quiet...) I would need to hear a better description of your problem to understand it. I would be happy to correspond on the subject. Clark WA3JPG From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:18 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!pipeline!psinntp!psinntp!psinntp!rutgers!delphi.cs.ucla.edu!drivel.ics.uci.edu!ucivax!gateway From: turner@safety.ICS.UCI.EDU (Clark Savage Turner WA3JPG) Subject: Re: OMNI VI Problems Message-ID: <16972.815550513@safety.ics.uci.edu> Lines: 42 Date: 5 Nov 95 05:52:56 GMT Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment In rec.radio.amateur.equipment you write: >speeds (30 wpm) is really no fun, for I have a "blobbing" which makes >it impossible to hear through. It is even impossible to hear the >sidetone. If I change the passband tuning the blobbing gets less loud, Now, what is this "blobbing"? I got on the SS contest with lots of strong signals, and set the keyer to well over 35 wpm, and I DO notice some rushing with the AGC trying to catch up between transmissions during QSK. It sounds like the attack time needs adjustment. It is an intermittent "popping" maybe, while the strong signal is present in the passband of the receiver while I am transmitting. I just fiddled with some AGC components anyway, and will now probably do some more. >but then ... Beside that the klicking of the relais is in my ears >very loud. I was told, that this is a problem of bad construction, I don't understand. The Reed relay is loud enough to bother you? It bothers me, too, but not enough to ruin my day. I am going to either get a quieter relay, or suspend the relay on some softer wire and encase it in silicone cement (ammonia based, not acid based), or both. I suspect I can make it very quiet. Then, there is the possibility of building an electronic t/r board to slide in there, there is room. >There were discussions about replacing some resistors to get a >less 2. IP products. I wrote to Ten-Tec and they said that they have >some modifications but forgot to send details. Is there somebody out there >to post these mods ? Oh, yes, on models built before last year sometime, you can do that. I don't know the details, you will need to drop a note to Ten Tec about it, they will write back, I am sure. Make sure you let them know you need that info again.... You can also use PIN diodes in the bandpass filter circuits per the QST articles on receiver design. Probably you ought to do both (unless your unit already uses relays in the BPF board, which some European units do, much better than any diode switches!). Clark WA3JPG From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:20 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Opinions on new Radio Sha From: clint.bradford@woodybbs.com (Clint Bradford) Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!holonet!colossus.holonet.net!wwswinc!clint.bradford Distribution: world Message-ID: <93.8880.7583.0NFBB759@woodybbs.com> Date: Sun, 5 Nov 95 10:21:00 -0500 Organization: WoodyWare Software, Inc. - 516-736-6662 Lines: 37 Subject: Opinions on new Radio Shack 2M mobile rig? >>Any reports -- product reviews or just personal opinions -- on the >>Radio Shack 2M mobile rig? Radio Shack's HTX-212 Mobile Transceiver... True FM transmit for superior audio and excellent performance on packet 30 memory channels Priority channel selection One call channel Store up to six 15-number touch-tone sequences for DTMF paging or auto-patch Microphone, external speaker and antenna jacks On-microphone DTMF keypad Multifunction scanning Dual VFOs for semi-duplex operation Frequency step selectable Built-in subaudible tone encoder and decoder Output power 45 watts(high) 10 watts (low) Normally $349.99 ON SALE THIS MONTH!!! $299.00! Frequency range (Factory) Transmit...............................144.600-148.000 MHz Receive...............................136.000-174.000 MHz Can be modified to transmit in the MARS/CAP band. (Directions included) I've heard no serious complaints. Seems to be yet another solid performer. Clint Bradford --- * TLX v4.00 * The worst thing about censorship is ######## þ wcECHO 4.1 ÷ AR-Net: ATTENTION to Details þ Mira Loma, CA þ 909-681-6221 From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:21 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: wd6dih@ix.netcom.com (Kevin Karamanos ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Outbacker HF-mobile-antenna? Date: 4 Nov 1995 05:55:26 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 29 Message-ID: <47ev8e$6m5@ixnews2.ix.netcom.com> References: <47e7rp$r9r@trance.isys.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-ir13-24.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Fri Nov 03 9:55:31 PM PST 1995 In <47e7rp$r9r@trance.isys.net> manfred.lange@hamburg.netsurf.de (Manfred Lange) writes: > >Does anyone know the Outbacker antennas for mobile HF-operation? >What about the electric and mechanical performance of these antennas? > >Any comments? > >73, Manfred, DK3UD. > > >Hello, Yes I use the Outbacker "Perth" Antenna on my Ford Explorer for about 2 years. The FT-900AT works well with this combination. The built-in antenna tuner works well with Perth Antenna. 73's Kevin >------------------------------------------- >Name: Manfred Lange >Location: Hamburg / Germany >E-Mail: manfred.lange@hamburg.netsurf.de >Ham Call: DK3UD >Ham BBS: DK3UD@DB0HB.#HH.DEU.EU >------------------------------------------- > From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:22 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!hookup!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!col.hp.com!sdd.hp.com!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!uwm.edu!chi-news.cic.net!simtel!news.kei.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!meaddata!swiss.ans.net!upsnews.ups.com!newsjunkie.ans.net!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: davidst1@aol.com (DavidSt1) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Outbacker HF-mobile-antenna? Date: 4 Nov 1995 00:11:01 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 6 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <47esl5$ag7@newsbf02.news.aol.com> References: <47e7rp$r9r@trance.isys.net> Reply-To: davidst1@aol.com (DavidSt1) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com I've used the Outbacker for three years and have been very satisfied with it when running 40 meters and above. Beats everything I've ever used. On 75, a bugcatcher is better. I'd buy another one if this one croked. 73 Dave From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:23 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Popular Communications? From: chris.smart@canrem.com (Chris Smart) Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!in1.uu.net!fonorola!news.crso.com!canrem.com!chris.smart Distribution: world Message-ID: <60.189.3289.0N1FCD57@canrem.com> Date: Sun, 5 Nov 95 17:31:00 -0500 Organization: CRS Online (Toronto, Ontario) Lines: 29 -----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- Hi. I heard somewhere recently that Popular Communications Magazine could be obtained in an alternate format, namely on computer disk. Can anybody confirm or deny this info? Is anybody currently receiving this magazine on disk, and if so, how much is the subscription per year? Thanks, Chris. chris.smart@canrem.com, ->crs, or 1:229/15 .. 73, VE3 SHT. 19 years old, and licensed since June 15, 1987! ___ Blue Wave/QWK v2.12 -----BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE----- Version: 2.6 iQCVAgUBMJ05OdZU0fzBPqHhAQHQBQQAqD/7RbYMqq95MGwDuOcvIZsBS03HxjWa m8zi6Qk2SJPeKD9e6COaxmahbi9MGGA9TI0RGd9kJle4Cct+QJubD+PfUhnVPCx6 VDViGazfah8YTGuZnDsUMd6Zlfr1dR6StmFYWD7QpyMNVWDVXP91i+pkTTeWaR0M rGPUZGFFGUc= =Rk23 -----END PGP SIGNATURE----- PGP 2.6 public key available upon request! From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:24 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!nwnews.wa.com!news.halcyon.com!usenet From: "Gary P. Fiber" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: R71A, ram adapter? Date: 4 Nov 1995 15:56:56 GMT Organization: Northwest Nexus Inc. Lines: 8 Message-ID: <47g2g8$g8c@news.halcyon.com> References: <47di0e$bna@mrnews.mro.dec.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: blv-pm10-ip22.halcyon.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2N (Windows; I; 32bit) Look to Wilco Electronics. he make a replacement module that uses a E-Prom. I think he sells them for around $ 150.00 he advertises in the back of the major amateur magazines. 73' Gary From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:25 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.uoregon.edu!stallion.jsums.edu!gatech2!pirates!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!swrinde!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!newsat!uswc.uswest.com!usenet From: khowell@uswest.com (Kevin Howell) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: RS HTX-202 questions (intermod, batts) Date: 6 Nov 1995 16:32:20 GMT Organization: The Unconfigured xvnews people Lines: 32 Message-ID: <47ldak$81@sanews.uswc.uswest.com> References: Reply-To: khowell@uswest.com NNTP-Posting-Host: 151.119.93.168 in an article sent by dgf@netcom.com (David Feldman), >1. Does the HTX-202 have good intermod rejection (like my old IC-2AT)? I >don't need out-of-band RX, I _DO_ need decent intermod performance. >2. Does the HTX-202 accept "classic" ICOM battery packs (I have BP-3, >BP-7, BC-35 charger, etc., and I'd like to be able to share accessories). 1. The HTX-202 has probably the best intermod rejection of any 2 meter ht around, as told by several other 202 owners 2. The only other icom pack that the 202 will accecpt is the BP-8, from what I have read, it shouldn't be charged with the BC-35 drop in charger while the battery is attached to the radio, if I remember right it affected the diodes at the bottom of the radio, but I'm not sure Kevin L. Howell __ __ ____ _____ ___ ______ ______ | | / / | _ \ / \ / \ / _ \ / _ \ | | / / | | \ \ | || | | |\_\ | | \_\ | | \_\ | | / / | |_/ / | || | \ \ | | | | | |/ / | / | || | \ \ | | | | | < | _ \ | || | _ \ \ | | _____ | | _____ | |\ \ | | \ \ | || | \ \_\ \ | ||_ _| | ||_ _| | | \ \ | |_/ / | || | \ / \ \/ / \ \/ / |_| \_\ |____/ \_____/ \__/ \____/ \____/ WHEN I DIE, I WANT GO PEACEFULLY, IN MY SLEEP, LIKE MY GRANDFATHER--- NOT SCREAMING, LIKE THE PASSENGERS IN HIS CAR!!! From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:25 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!simtel!news.kei.com!ub!freenet.buffalo.edu!bq342 From: bq342@freenet.buffalo.edu (Russ Rinckey) Subject: sb220 upgrades ? Message-ID: Sender: nntp@acsu.buffalo.edu Nntp-Posting-Host: freenet.buffalo.edu Organization: Buffalo Free-Net Date: Sun, 5 Nov 1995 03:22:37 GMT Lines: 4 i have a sb22o would like to run 17 meters what upgrades can be done? -- From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:26 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.uoregon.edu!kaiwan.kaiwan.com!usenet From: taucom@kaiwan.com (Manny Tau, Psy.D.) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Standard C508a mods? Date: 5 Nov 1995 17:24:25 GMT Organization: KAIWAN Internet (310-527-4279,818-756-0180,909-785-9712,714-638-4133,805-294-9338) Lines: 17 Message-ID: <47is09$lk0@kaiwan.kaiwan.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: kaiwan098.kaiwan.com X-Newsreader: AIR News 3.X (SPRY, Inc.) I have one copy of the Standard C508A micro dual band HT mods. I'm looking for any other mods info to verify and compare. Thanx for any info! Manny ************************************ Manny Tau WH6OQ taucom@kaiwan.com CI$: 73617,1731 RC Online Soaring Columnist ************************************ From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:27 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.wwwi.com!nntpdist.primenet.com!stat!david Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Message-ID: From: eae@netcom.com (EalesOnWheels) Subject: Value of donated equipment? Date: Sun, 5 Nov 1995 04:38:44 GMT Approved: rec-radio-info@stat.com Organization: NETCOM On-line Communication Services (408 261-4700 guest) Sender: news Lines: 38 From: eae@netcom.com (EalesOnWheels) Subject: Value of donated equipment? Message-ID: Organization: NETCOM On-line Communication Services (408 261-4700 guest) Date: Sun, 5 Nov 1995 04:38:44 GMT This is not an advertisment - more an appeal for help with some donated equipment. At a school fundraiser garage sale we had a receiver and transmittter donated with the proviso that we ask $100 each for them. They are Yaesumusen models FR-100B and FR-200B. Could anyone advise us on what it is exactly we have, what might be it's resale value and whether the equipment (given that it is in working order) might be of interest to a radio hobbiest at any price. Our options are 1> To return them and say no thank you 2> To negotiate a different "hold" price with the owner 3> To offer them in a different forum than a community garage sale Any advice or comments would be most welcome - especially at my e-mail address eae@netcom.com Thanks in advance Eric -- * -------------------------------------------------------------------- * | Eric Eales * "One only understands the things that one tames," | | eae@netcom.com * said the fox...."If you want a friend, tame me." | | * The Little Prince : Antoine de Saint Exupery | * -------------------------------------------------------------------- * From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:28 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!btnet!dispatch.news.demon.net!demon!mail2news.demon.co.uk!relay-4.mail.demon.net From: Michael J Wooding Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: VHF Communications Magazine Date: Sat, 04 Nov 1995 19:27:20 GMT Organization: None Lines: 26 Message-ID: <887019181wnr@g6iqm.demon.co.uk> Reply-To: vhf-comm@g6iqm.demon.co.uk X-NNTP-Posting-Host: relay-4.mail.demon.net X-Broken-Date: Saturday, Nov 04, 1995 19.27.20 X-Newsreader: Newswin Alpha 0.7 Hi there, Yes I am afraid its me again - but initiating my own thread!!! I now I cannot compete with HRT - heaven forbid! - but for all those who might be interested we have arrived on the Web! Our Web pages can be found at: http://www.taynet.co.uk/~gdx/ag/vhfcomm.htm Initially our pages are quite simple, in order to guage response etc. So, please let me have your comments (not too unkind please!) and suggestions and I will see what can be done. Even better - how about subscribing!!!!!! 73 ... Mike -- Michael J Wooding vhf-comm@g6iqm.demon.co.uk CompuServe: 100441,377 Tel: (0)1788 890365 Fax: (0)1788 891883 KM Publications, 5 Ware Orchard, Barby, Nr.Rugby, CV23 8UF, UK VHF Communications Magazine - Especially Covering VHF, UHF and Microwaves From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:29 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!metro.atlanta.com!spcuna!citicorp.com!uunet!in2.uu.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!nntp.crl.com!A119020 From: jwc@a.crl.com (James W Chandler III) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: W2A DTMF tones Date: Sun, 05 Nov 95 23:09:22 GMT Organization: CRL Dialup Internet Access Lines: 9 Message-ID: <47jg72$b74_001@sat1.as.crl.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: a119020.sat1.as.crl.com X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #3 I have a W2A and the DTMF tones are way to hot. I don't have the service manual, SOOOO can anyone tell me where the pot is to adjust the tones. Thanks and 73. Jim Chandler, N0VAH jwc@a.crl.com 1024-bit Key fingerprint = 74 B4 7C BF 51 ED A6 00 F5 2C 6E 99 A7 0D 29 D2 2048-bit Key fingerprint = 82 30 8D 56 43 22 3A 2F 4D EA 37 DE B9 B4 21 52 From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:30 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!nwnews.wa.com!news.halcyon.com!usenet From: "Gary P. Fiber" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Want Mod IC-820H (freq) Date: 4 Nov 1995 15:55:09 GMT Organization: Northwest Nexus Inc. Lines: 10 Message-ID: <47g2ct$g8c@news.halcyon.com> References: <40.15061.2424@channel1.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: blv-pm10-ip22.halcyon.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2N (Windows; I; 32bit) Carl, Post a request for the receiver modification information to ICOM at 75540.525@compuserve.com. I'll bet the nice person running the e-mail service will be glad to mail the wide RX mod to you. Remember to include a mailing address. The modification does involve removing some surface mount diodes. 73' Gary From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:31 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!netline-fddi.jpl.nasa.gov!usenet From: Stephan.J.Gates@jpl.nasa.gov Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Wanted Yaesu FT-221 Date: 6 Nov 1995 18:04:01 GMT Organization: Jet Propulsion Laboratory - Pasadena CA Lines: 2 Message-ID: <47limh$ej2@netline-fddi.jpl.nasa.gov> NNTP-Posting-Host: sgates-pc.jpl.nasa.gov Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Looking for a FT-221 2m all mode. Have you got one gathering dust? Please contact me: stephan.j.gates@jpl.nasa or (818) 914-7531. From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:32 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: machtool@ix.netcom.com (ANDY POPKY ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: wanted: handheld scanner Date: 5 Nov 1995 16:30:58 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 4 Message-ID: <47ios2$mpn@ixnews7.ix.netcom.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-ron-ny2-17.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Sun Nov 05 8:30:58 AM PST 1995 wanted hand held scanner non cell restricted will trade nice hp portable scope or other test equipment From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:33 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: wd6dih@ix.netcom.com (Kevin Karamanos ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: wanted: service manual Yaesu 757gx Date: 6 Nov 1995 06:35:21 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 14 Message-ID: <47kab9$k40@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> References: <47j6qb$ane@guitar.sound.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-ir14-10.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Sun Nov 05 10:35:21 PM PST 1995 In <47j6qb$ane@guitar.sound.net> frank paxton iii writes: > >i need either a used service manual, or a xerox of one. will pay >necessary expense. please help. thanks. e-mail direct paxton@sound.net. >de ng0n. sk FYI If you can't find a used 757 manual. Yaesu USA has new ones in stock. 73's Kevin From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:33 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!simtel!news00.sunet.se!sunic!psinntp!psinntp!psinntp!psinntp!interramp.com!usenet From: Mike Martino Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Wtb ACC RC-85 eprom (27C011) Date: Mon, 06 Nov 95 00:19:48 PDT Organization: PSI Public Usenet Link Lines: 10 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: 38.13.98.213 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: TEXT/PLAIN; charset=US-ASCII X-Newsreader: NEWTNews & Chameleon -- TCP/IP for MS Windows from NetManage Hi, I need a 27C011 eprom for my acc RC-85 RPTR controller. If you have one or a million, drop mail here or at my edress approx1@interramp.com. or call Richy at 718 351 5197 (collect if need be) after 8am est. Let me know what you want for it and I will buy it!! It need not be programmed, I just need the eprom, if it is so be it. TNX From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:34 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.netrail.net!news-out.internetmci.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: dbh_prod@ix.netcom.com (Jeff Jurenka ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: WTB ACC RC-850/85/96 Accessories Date: 6 Nov 1995 17:59:32 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 17 Message-ID: <47lie4$b6i@ixnews2.ix.netcom.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-la23-17.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Mon Nov 06 9:59:32 AM PST 1995 I have an Advanced Computer Controls - RC-850 Repeater controller. I am looking for the Optional FC-900 remote base option with Icom - 900 band modules for 2meter and 70cm. If anyone knows a source for these parts please contact me. If I cant get the FC-900 I would be interested in the Doug Hall/Kenwood remote base options. Dose anyone have any info on how well this works? Jeff Jurenka Email: DBH_Prod@ix.netcom.com Phone: (310)392-7307 Fax : (310)392-7307 Snail: P.O. Box 5781 Santa Monica, CA 90409 From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:35 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.global1.net!usenet From: jagg@globalone.net (jaggarao) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: WTB PK-88 Date: 4 Nov 1995 19:44:59 GMT Organization: Global One, Inc Lines: 1 Message-ID: <47gfrr$hcc@news.global1.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: ppp5.global1.net X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.92.6+ I am interested in buying a PK-88 or similar externalVHF TNC unit.Jag AA2LJ From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:36 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!usc!sdd.hp.com!swrinde!news.uh.edu!news.sccsi.com!nuchat!dwarp!eddie.imperial From: eddie.imperial@dwarp.com (EDDIE IMPERIAL) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: WWV Clock Message-ID: <8B4713C.03C00025F5.uuout@dwarp.com> Date: Mon, 06 Nov 95 05:16:00 -0600 Distribution: world Organization: Data Warp Premium BBS - Spring/Houston, TX - 713-355-6107 Reply-To: eddie.imperial@dwarp.com (EDDIE IMPERIAL) References: <46n2b4$161@post.gsfc.nasa.gov> X-Mailer: PCBoard/UUOUT Version 1.20 Lines: 11 I WOULD BE INTERESTED IN KNOWING MORE ABOUT YOUR CLOCK. I HAVE BEEN WANT SOMETHING THAT WILL SYNC TO THE RS-232 ON THE IBM SERIAL PORT. I REALLY DO NOT NEED ANY OTHER FUCTION EXCEOT TO SAY .... CST,EST ECT EDDIE 713-438-5176 AFTER 4:30 CST ... Backup not found: (A)bort (R)etry (S)lap nearest innocent bystander. ___ Blue Wave/QWK v2.20 [NR] From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:36 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!mv!wd1v.mv.com!user From: john@wd1v.mv.com (John Seney) Subject: WWW Mac/Ham Message-ID: Organization: MV Communications, Inc. Date: Sat, 4 Nov 1995 10:11:04 GMT X-Nntp-Posting-Host: wd1v.mv.com Lines: 34 Announcing New WWW Site for Macintosh Ham Radio Enthusiasts http://www.mv.com/ipusers/wd1v Mac Ham Software including: Macnet Roster: a database of all hams in the world using Mac computers WD1V's Ham Radio Test Simulators: the fast path for upgrading your ham license with a Mac Plus more information - come see! 73, LeCroy Corporation Test and Measurment Sales Engineering Serving NE Mass., NH, and ME WWW http://www.lecroy.com NASDAQ: (LCRY) (O)800-553-2769 (F)603-627-1623 (P)800-SKYPAGE #5956779 John D. Seney |_|_|_|_| john@wd1v.mv.com 144 Pepperidge Dr. |_| |_| www http://www.mv.com/ipusers/wd1v Manchester, NH 03103-6150 |_|_ _|_| wd1v@wb1dsw.nh.usa.noam (H)603-668-1096 | | | | | wd1v@wd1v.ampr.org [44.52.7.21] Opinions are my own, including Digital Storage Scope.FAQ Obtain the latest copy automatically! Send me an EMAIL with "subscribe scope.faq" in the subject field (or) http://beam.slac.stanford.edu/www/library/w3/dso.html From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:37 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!EU.net!i2unix!peroni.ita.tip.net!stargate.telnetwork.it!usenet From: Giovanni Rainone Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: YAESU FT-780R Mods Date: 3 Nov 1995 22:20:13 GMT Organization: peoples.it Lines: 7 Message-ID: <47e4it$9lf@stargate.telnetwork.it> NNTP-Posting-Host: ppp-ce-4.peoples.it Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2b6 (Windows; I; 16bit) To: All I'm very interested to contact anyone that have experienced any modification on this UHF All-mode fine rig. In detail the 1.6 MHz shift setting, widening of the band and any other. This is a really restricted market rig (only JA) with some group exported in other countries. Thanks for any info you will be able to send to my E-Mail Address. 73 de I8JJB, Vanni in Caserta. From Unknown Mon Nov 06 21:05:38 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!EU.net!i2unix!peroni.ita.tip.net!stargate.telnetwork.it!usenet From: Giovanni Rainone Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: YAESU FT-780R Mods Date: 3 Nov 1995 22:21:10 GMT Organization: peoples.it Lines: 7 Message-ID: <47e4km$9lf@stargate.telnetwork.it> NNTP-Posting-Host: ppp-ce-4.peoples.it Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2b6 (Windows; I; 16bit) I'm very interested to contact anyone that have experienced any modification on this UHF All-mode fine rig. In detail the 1.6 MHz shift setting, widening of the band and any other. This is a really restricted market rig (only JA) with some group exported in other countries. Thanks for any info you will be able to send to my E-Mail Address. 73 de I8JJB, Vanni in Caserta. From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:14 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.onramp.net!news.tcst.com!op.net!agis!vtc.tacom.army.mil!ulowell.uml.edu!wang!news.kei.com!eff!news.umbc.edu!cs.umd.edu!info.usuhs.mil!usenet From: fenian001@aol.com Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: (no subject) Date: 6 Nov 1995 17:53:58 GMT Organization: National Naval Medical Center Lines: 2 Message-ID: <47li3m$8nn@info.usuhs.mil> NNTP-Posting-Host: 131.158.70.104 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 32bit) question From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:15 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!noc.netcom.net!lafn.org!lafn.org!ab910 From: ab910@lafn.org (M. Davies) Subject: 706: success with new mod? X-Nntp-Posting-Host: lafn.org Message-ID: <1995Nov7.173907.12161@lafn.org> Sender: news@lafn.org Reply-To: ab910@lafn.org (M. Davies) Organization: The Los Angeles Free-Net Date: Tue, 7 Nov 1995 17:39:07 GMT Lines: 22 Has anyone tried the new mod yet? What are the results? Before you ask, the mod is to cut or remove the yellow wire located just right of the s/m diodes from the last mod. I'm hoping to improve the sensitivity above and below the 2M ham band. HF is okay as is. Now without the mod the radio is useless from 148-200 and from 6M-144. Not as advertised to be sure. M. Davies -- SALE. Yes! Be the first one on your block to take over the world. The Super-Conductive Magnetic Infindibulator. Only $99,999.00 ( As seen in the Farmers Almanac.) From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:16 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.eznet.net!news.enterprise.net!btnet!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!uwm.edu!math.ohio-state.edu!pacific.mps.ohio-state.edu!freenet.columbus.oh.us!not-for-mail From: rhuffman@freenet.columbus.oh.us (Rick Huffman) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: 706: success with new mod? Date: 8 Nov 1995 20:26:39 -0500 Organization: The Greater Columbus FreeNet Lines: 20 Message-ID: <47rlcf$s1c@acme.freenet.columbus.oh.us> References: <1995Nov7.173907.12161@lafn.org> <47qn8r$ahk@taxis.corp.titan.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: acme.freenet.columbus.oh.us X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Bill Bennett (bb@tisc.com) wrote: : ab910@lafn.org (M. Davies) wrote: : > : > : > : >Has anyone tried the new mod yet? What are the results? : Before you ask, the mod is to cut or remove the yellow wire located : just right of the s/m diodes from the last mod. : what is this mod supost to do???? It opens up the ears from 148 to 200Mhz, supposedly. N8KZK -- From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:17 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.kreonet.re.kr!news.dacom.co.kr!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!cs.utexas.edu!geraldo.cc.utexas.edu!tivoli.tivoli.com!wichita!kilgore From: kilgore@wichita.tivoli.com (Jeff Kilgore) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Any TS-870 Owners Date: 10 Nov 1995 21:18:08 GMT Organization: Tivoli Systems, Inc. - Austin, TX Lines: 22 Sender: kilgore@wichita (Jeff Kilgore) Distribution: world Message-ID: <480fig$aje@tivoli.tivoli.com> References: <309828D9.4D2E@sun.lssu.edu> <47bqcp$ca3@usenet.continental.com> <1995Nov3.160443.1@evax02.d51.lilly.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: wichita.tivoli.com In article , jgardner@netcom.com (Jerry Gardner) writes: |> ga19989@evax02.d51.lilly.com wrote: |> : Lew McCoy's review in November QST was much more complimentary to TS870 than |> : what I have been seeing here in this newsgroup. He did NOT compare the receiver |> : against (say) a TS850 with an audio DSP, so we still don't have apples and |> : apples comparison relative to the comments here. |> |> |> For an expensive rig they certainly didn't pay much attention to the |> little details. For example, the RIT knob is about the cheeziest piece |> of junk I've ever seen on any rig, including $40 CBs. |> |> -- |> Jerry Gardner | Maintainer of the Large Format Digest |> jgardner@netcom.com | Send subscription requests to jgardner@netcom.com I wasn't impressed by Lew's review of the 870. It was mostly along the lines of "Gee whiz, it's got some neat bells and whistles, and it must be good." I'll wait for a more objective, substantive review. 73, Jeff Kilgore, KC1MK From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:18 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!news-e1a.megaweb.com!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: dedelvis04@aol.com (Dedelvis04) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: anyone have MODS for the UNIDEN 2600 ? Date: 8 Nov 1995 22:42:10 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 1 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <47rtai$1u3@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: dedelvis04@aol.com (Dedelvis04) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com Please e mail me with details. From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:18 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.infi.net!usenet From: tateg@fay.infi.net Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: anyone with info on pirate systems Date: Thu, 09 Nov 95 23:51:03 GMT Organization: InfiNet Lines: 8 Message-ID: References: <30A18431.39CB@molyvos.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: h_admit.fay.infi.net X-Newsreader: Quarterdeck Message Center [1.0] I have a friend from Honduras who would like to setup a local FM (commercial type in the business freq. range) radio station in Honduras that will cover about 20 to 30 kilometers. He has shopped around for equipment here in the States but can't find anything. Does anyone have any suggestions of where to look, price, or setup? Does anyone have any experience in this type of system. From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:19 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!uwm.edu!math.ohio-state.edu!pacific.mps.ohio-state.edu!usenet From: James Garland Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: ARK-40 QRP Transceiver Mod Date: 9 Nov 1995 14:25:56 GMT Organization: The Ohio State University Lines: 30 Message-ID: <47t31k$bjg@pacific.mps.ohio-state.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: maps1.mps.ohio-state.edu Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2N (Windows; I; 16bit) I've recently completed a modification to my ARK-40 QRP transceiver, by S&S Engineering, which I'm happy to make available to anyone. The ARK-40 is a frequency synthesized CW 40meter transceiver, with an outstanding receiver, QSK, built-in keyer, etc. It is built like a tank. Its one major flaw is the tuning mechanism --a series of thumbwheel switches--which make it difficult to tune. My modification replaces the thumbwheel switches with an optical shaft encoder and an LCD display. A Basic Stamp BS2 microcontroller controls the logic. There are two tuning modes: a 1 kHz per step (32kHz/revolution) mode, in which the frequency is displayed on a moving "bandspread dial" which scrolls across the LCD as the encoder is turned. The second mode is a 100Hz/step (3.2kHz/revolution) mode, in which the frequency is displayed digitally on the LCD. One toggles between the two modes by pushing the momentary switch on the encoder. The modification has only three components: the Stamp BS2, the encoder (a Grayhill 32 position encoder -- Digikey part no. GH6102-ND), and a Scott Edwards LCD Backpack. The mod seems to work flawlessly, with no discernible interference from the microcontroller (whose clock speed is 20MHz). The cost of the three parts is about $120, which ain't cheap, but not out-of-line considering that the ARK-40 is a high-end transceiver. I'm happy to send the software listing for the modification to anyone who wants to upgrade their ARK-40. If you buy a Stamp BS2, the software can be downloaded through serial port on a PC. (Parallaxinc.COM is the URL for the company that makes the Stamp, and their editor/programmer package can be downloaded for free.) Jim W8ZR From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:21 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.clark.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.uoregon.edu!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!newsfeed.internetmci.com!bloom-beacon.mit.edu!grapevine.lcs.mit.edu!usenet@lcs.mit.edu From: cph@zurich.ai.mit.edu (Chris Hanson) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: BENCHER VS KENT... Date: Mon, 06 Nov 1995 23:20:27 GMT Organization: MIT AI Lab Lines: 18 Message-ID: <47m5an$jj4@GRAPEVINE.LCS.MIT.EDU> References: <47l58c$7tq@ci.ist.utl.pt> NNTP-Posting-Host: omerie.ai.mit.edu X-Newsreader: Forte Agent .99b.112 l38217@alfa.ist.utl.pt (Pedro Pedroso) wrote: > The Bencher seemed more light > and sensible, but the Kent doesn't look so fragile and is much > cheaper. > If any one has ever had both (or have both) I would like to know > more about each one's advantages and disadvantages to help me choose! I've used both of these, and IMO the Kent wins hands down. The Kent has a wonderfully smooth feel and a nice heavy base. I've owned one for a year now and I love it. OTOH, I think the Bencher is too light, and I have never been able to adjust it so that it feels good. I'm a little confused about your comment regarding the price: I've seen the Bencher for $65 or so, while the Kent in kit form is $88. Not a big difference, but the Kent is definitely more expensive. From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:22 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.uoregon.edu!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!pacifier!homer.alpha.net!uwm.edu!lll-winken.llnl.gov!decwrl!amd!netcomsv!uu4news.netcom.com!netcomsv!uu3news.netcom.com!ix.netcom.com!netcom.com!jgardner From: jgardner@netcom.com (Jerry Gardner) Subject: Re: BENCHER VS KENT... Message-ID: Organization: NETCOM On-line Communication Services (408 261-4700 guest) X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL1] References: <47l58c$7tq@ci.ist.utl.pt> <47m5an$jj4@GRAPEVINE.LCS.MIT.EDU> Date: Tue, 7 Nov 1995 21:08:10 GMT Lines: 23 Sender: jgardner@netcom15.netcom.com Chris Hanson (cph@zurich.ai.mit.edu) wrote: : I've used both of these, and IMO the Kent wins hands down. The Kent : has a wonderfully smooth feel and a nice heavy base. I've owned one : for a year now and I love it. OTOH, I think the Bencher is too light, : and I have never been able to adjust it so that it feels good. I was a Bencher user for 15 years until I switched to a Jones key. The Jones key is much sturdier than the Bencher, which always seemed flimsy to me. The Jones key is easier to adjust and holds adjustment better than the Bencher. Another thing about the Bencher that annoyed me was the silver-plated contacts that became intermitent every few months. Running a piece of paper through the contacts fixed the problem, but I've never had to do this with the Jones key. The Jones key is somewhat pricey, however. HRO sells them for $145, but I've heard they can be gotten directly from the manufacturer in England for less. -- Jerry Gardner | Maintainer of the Large Format Digest jgardner@netcom.com | Send subscription requests to jgardner@netcom.com From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:22 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!EU.net!Belgium.EU.net!ping.be!dialup53.hasselt.eunet.be!jan.anker From: jan.anker@ping.be (Jan Anker) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Best Cw filter for TS850? Date: Thu, 9 Nov 1995 23:50:49 Organization: Anchor Datacomm Lines: 9 Message-ID: References: NNTP-Posting-Host: dialup53.hasselt.eunet.be X-Newsreader: Trumpet for Windows [Version 1.0 Rev A] In article herbr@netcom.com (Herb Rosenberg) writes: >I am interested in hearing comments regarding whether to use the 250 or >500 Hz filter for CW in the kenwood TS850? >herbr@netcom.com buy 2 filters 500hz 8.55MHz and 455khz. with slope tune you can create any filter between 0 and 500hz . good luck! From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:23 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!hermes.athenet.net!usenet From: Chuck Hanson Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Collins 180-S1 Antenna Tuner Info Date: 8 Nov 1995 02:20:55 GMT Organization: ARS - N9OEQ Lines: 9 Message-ID: <47p467$s0e@hermes.athenet.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: dialip-97.athenet.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2 (Windows; U; 16bit) To: ALL Hello my name is Chuck, I am posting this message for a friend of mine .... WA9GON. He is looking for information for a Collins 180-S1 Antenna Tuner. If you have any information on this please E-mail me @ crhanson@athenet.net Thanks, Chuck N9OEQ From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:24 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!hermes.athenet.net!usenet From: Chuck Hanson Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Collins 180-S1 Antenna Tuner Info Date: 8 Nov 1995 02:22:04 GMT Organization: ARS - N9OEQ Lines: 9 Message-ID: <47p48c$s0e@hermes.athenet.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: dialip-97.athenet.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2 (Windows; U; 16bit) To: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Hello my name is Chuck, I am posting this message for a friend of mine .... WA9GON. He is looking for information for a Collins 180-S1 Antenna Tuner. If you have any information on this please E-mail me @ crhanson@athenet.net Thanks, Chuck N9OEQ From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:25 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!hermes.athenet.net!usenet From: Chuck Hanson Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Collins 180-S1 Antenna Tuner Info Date: 8 Nov 1995 02:22:12 GMT Organization: ARS - N9OEQ Lines: 9 Message-ID: <47p48k$s4q@hermes.athenet.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: dialip-97.athenet.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2 (Windows; U; 16bit) To: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Hello my name is Chuck, I am posting this message for a friend of mine .... WA9GON. He is looking for information for a Collins 180-S1 Antenna Tuner. If you have any information on this please E-mail me @ crhanson@athenet.net Thanks, Chuck N9OEQ From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:26 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!hermes.athenet.net!usenet From: Chuck Hanson Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Collins 180-S1 Antenna Tuner Info Date: 8 Nov 1995 02:27:53 GMT Organization: ARS - N9OEQ Lines: 10 Message-ID: <47p4j9$s4q@hermes.athenet.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: dialip-97.athenet.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2 (Windows; U; 16bit) To: Wanted Hello my name is Chuck, I am posting this message for a friend of mine .... WA9GON. He is looking for information for a Collins 180-S1 Antenna Tuner. If you have any information on this please E-mail me @ crhanson@athenet.net Thanks, Chuck N9OEQ From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:27 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!hermes.athenet.net!usenet From: Chuck Hanson Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Collins 180-S1 Antenna Tuner Info Date: 8 Nov 1995 02:31:03 GMT Organization: ARS - N9OEQ Lines: 10 Message-ID: <47p4p7$s4q@hermes.athenet.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: dialip-97.athenet.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2 (Windows; U; 16bit) To: post,news Hello my name is Chuck, I am posting this message for a friend of mine .... WA9GON. He is looking for information for a Collins 180-S1 Antenna Tuner. If you have any information on this please E-mail me @ crhanson@athenet.net Thanks, Chuck N9OEQ From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:28 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!hermes.athenet.net!usenet From: Chuck Hanson Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Collins 180-S1 Antenna Tuner Info Date: 8 Nov 1995 02:33:09 GMT Organization: ARS - N9OEQ Lines: 12 Message-ID: <47p4t5$s4q@hermes.athenet.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: dialip-97.athenet.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2 (Windows; U; 16bit) To: newsgroup:,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Hello my name is Chuck, I am posting this message for a friend of mine .... WA9GON. He is looking for information for a Collins 180-S1 Antenna Tuner. If you have any information on this please E-mail me @ crhanson@athenet.net Thanks, Chuck N9OEQ From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:28 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!hermes.athenet.net!usenet From: Chuck Hanson Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Collins 180-S1 Antenna Tuner Info Date: 8 Nov 1995 02:44:08 GMT Organization: ARS - N9OEQ Lines: 7 Message-ID: <47p5ho$s7v@hermes.athenet.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: dialip-97.athenet.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2 (Windows; U; 16bit) To: news:,rec.radio.amateur.equipment/17588-17687?ALL Hello, My name is Chuck. I am posting this message for a friend of mine. He is looking for some information on a Collins antenna tuner 180-S1. If you have any information pleas eE-mail me at: crhanson@athenet.net Thanks, Chuck N9OEQ From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:29 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!hermes.athenet.net!usenet From: Chuck Hanson Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Collins 180-S1 Antenna Tuner Info Date: 8 Nov 1995 02:44:45 GMT Organization: ARS - N9OEQ Lines: 7 Message-ID: <47p5it$s7v@hermes.athenet.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: dialip-97.athenet.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2 (Windows; U; 16bit) To: ALL Hello, My name is Chuck. I am posting this message for a friend of mine. He is looking for some information on a Collins antenna tuner 180-S1. If you have any information pleas eE-mail me at: crhanson@athenet.net Thanks, Chuck N9OEQ From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:30 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!hermes.athenet.net!usenet From: Chuck Hanson Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Collins 180-S1 Antenna Tuner Info Date: 8 Nov 1995 02:45:03 GMT Organization: ARS - N9OEQ Lines: 7 Message-ID: <47p5jf$s7v@hermes.athenet.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: dialip-97.athenet.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2 (Windows; U; 16bit) To: ALL@usa Hello, My name is Chuck. I am posting this message for a friend of mine. He is looking for some information on a Collins antenna tuner 180-S1. If you have any information pleas eE-mail me at: crhanson@athenet.net Thanks, Chuck N9OEQ From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:31 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!hodes.com!netcomsv!uu4news.netcom.com!netcomsv!uu3news.netcom.com!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: techmar@ix.netcom.com (Murray Cohen) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Collins S-Line Date: 9 Nov 1995 01:26:02 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 9 Message-ID: <47rlba$mc8@ixnews6.ix.netcom.com> References: <47npj4$jjt@pacific.mps.ohio-state.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-wp3-15.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Wed Nov 08 5:26:02 PM PST 1995 I have a collins S-line that I am not using.. It is a 75S1, 32S1, 30l1 Linear w/ power supplies, speakers cables & books. Located in the Westchester NY Area. Does anyone know a ham that is interested? W2EHW Murray respond to: Techmar@ix.netcom.com Thanks. From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:32 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.Edu.TW!news.cc.nctu.edu.tw!serv.HiNet.net!news.uoregon.edu!stallion.jsums.edu!gatech2!pirates!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!swrinde!sdd.hp.com!usc!chi-news.cic.net!news.compuserve.com!news.production.compuserve.com!news From: Fraser Bonnett <102432.1070@CompuServe.COM> Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Computer Interfacing a TS-140S Date: 7 Nov 1995 23:08:38 GMT Organization: CompuServe, Inc. (1-800-689-0736) Lines: 14 Message-ID: <47ootm$kjd$1@mhadf.production.compuserve.com> I'm trying to make my TS-140S computer controllable. Apparently, I need both items IF-232C and IF-10C. I can find IF-232C, but the IF-10C has been discontinued and none of the mail order stores have it! Does anyone have one to sell? Does anyone know of a way around this problem, short of buying a new radio! Any help will be greatly appreciated, either via a posting or to 102432.1070@compuserve.com Thanks and 73, Fraser N3VSM From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:33 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!sparky.insinc.net!huey.cadvision.com!uunet!in1.uu.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!math.ohio-state.edu!pacific.mps.ohio-state.edu!freenet.columbus.oh.us!not-for-mail From: rhuffman@freenet.columbus.oh.us (Rick Huffman) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: COULD SOMEONE POST ALL THE MODS FOR THE IC706? Date: 31 Oct 1995 20:15:42 -0500 Organization: The Greater Columbus FreeNet Lines: 22 Message-ID: <476hnu$i5s@acme.freenet.columbus.oh.us> References: <4705ro$1cq@News1.mcs.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: acme.freenet.columbus.oh.us X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] : Man! what a sourpuss! Doesn't take much to set some people off does it? : The 706 just hit the market and I doubt if there are many mods available. : -- : Steve Ellington N4LQ@IGLOU.COM Louisville, Ky Thanks, but I did read here that someone had already done the HF mod and was now looking for the VHF mod. So there are mods for it out there somewhere. He was a little crotchety wasn't he? Oh, well. God Bless N8KZK Rick -- From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:34 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!bcm.tmc.edu!news.msfc.nasa.gov!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!newsstand.cit.cornell.edu!newsfeed.cit.cornell.edu!news.tc.cornell.edu!news.cac.psu.edu!news.math.psu.edu!chi-news.cic.net!io.org!winternet.com!uunet!in2.uu.net!news.mailorder.com!news.avatar.com!avatar.avatar.com!kory From: Kory Hamzeh Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: DIN Cables Date: Wed, 8 Nov 1995 19:12:18 -0800 Organization: Avatar Consultants, Inc. Lines: 16 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: avatar.avatar.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: TEXT/PLAIN; charset=US-ASCII Hi Everyone, I've been looking around for a pair of cables with DIN connectors. I need one cable with a 6 pin din connector on each end, and another with a 8 pin din connector on each end. It's for a homebrew project to control the Yeasu FT736R and the G4500B. I've tried radio shack, mouser, and digi-key with no luck. I even went to Fry's. Does anyone know where I can order them? I need them to be about 3 to 6 feet long. Thanks, Kory KE6VWO From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:35 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!hookup!lll-winken.llnl.gov!uwm.edu!news.moneng.mei.com!news.ecn.bgu.edu!newspump.wustl.edu!mitzi.rsmas.miami.edu!news.aoml.erl.gov!newshost.fiu.edu!solix!rmilla01 From: rmilla01@solix.fiu.edu (richard j millard) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: DRAKE TR-3 MANUAL HELP! Date: 10 Nov 1995 18:49:34 GMT Organization: Florida International University Lines: 7 Message-ID: <4806ru$g7u@isis.fiu.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: solix.fiu.edu X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Hi, I'm looking for service/user manuals for the Drake TR3. I will pay for copying/postage. Thanks. 73, Richard Millard, KF4EKF rmilla01@solix.fiu.edu From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:35 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!gatech2!pirates!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!swrinde!elroy.jpl.nasa.gov!lll-winken.llnl.gov!fnnews.fnal.gov!uwm.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!prairienet.org!mgarrett From: mgarrett@prairienet.org (Mark A. Garrett) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: E.F.Johnson 548 convert to 440 comments? Date: 9 Nov 1995 01:03:29 GMT Organization: University of Illinois at Urbana Lines: 12 Message-ID: <47rk11$7j7@vixen.cso.uiuc.edu> Reply-To: mgarrett@prairienet.org (Mark A. Garrett) NNTP-Posting-Host: firefly.prairienet.org Thanks for looking in. I have come into posession of a E.F. Johnson 548 UHF ht that is currently in the business band of 461/466 MHZ and I wish to convert this rig down to the 444/449 ham band. I would appreciate any comments from anyone who has tried to convert this radio and what if any components need to be changed, what kind of crystal specs you used and what supplier of crystals you obtained them from. I used to work on these radios years ago but never attemped to convert one down to the ham bands. -- Mark Garrett mgarrett@prairienet.org KA9SZX @ N9LNQ.#ECIL.IL.USA.NOAM From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:36 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!dish.news.pipex.net!pipex!bt!btnet!dispatch.news.demon.net!demon!sunsite.doc.ic.ac.uk!nntp0.brunel.ac.uk!strath-cs!news.staffs.ac.uk!bs47c!cm3bcsc1 From: cm3bcsc1@bs47c.staffs.ac.uk (Kalten) Newsgroups: alt.fan.eddings,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Femdom In Search of Naughty Boys Followup-To: alt.fan.eddings,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Date: 10 Nov 1995 13:22:55 GMT Organization: Staffordshire University Lines: 13 Message-ID: <47vjnf$ro3@bs33n.staffs.ac.uk> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: bs47c.staffs.ac.uk X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Xref: news.epix.net alt.fan.eddings:16190 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21309 Anne Schoofs (vac@indirect.com) wrote: : Seriously, this is a chance of a lifetime. I want all you naughty boys : to contact me at once. Do not delay. Location is unimportant. : Let me know how you've been naughty and what type of corrective : punishment you deem appropriate. It's time we clean up the net. : Anne You must be dying for one, if you post a message like that. Kalten~!!! From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:37 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!bcm.tmc.edu!news.msfc.nasa.gov!newsfeed.internetmci.com!psgrain!nntp.teleport.com!wildcat From: wildcat@teleport.com (Ken Rea) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: For Sale: IFR 500A Communications Service Monitor Date: 9 Nov 1995 17:00:17 GMT Organization: Teleport - Portland's Public Access (503) 220-1016 Lines: 15 Message-ID: <47tc31$elg@maureen.teleport.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: kelly.teleport.com Keywords: IFR 500A Connumications Service Monitor X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] For Sale: IFR 500A Communications Service Monitor. Very nice shape, has only one owner - me. Not used for business. Has optional TCXO. Comes with all manuals and carrying case. This is a nice piece of equipment that is also small and light. Great for in field use. Price $4000.00 If serious please give me a call, I'm in Portland, Oregon. Ken Rea (503) 639-0828 -- wildcat@teleport.COM From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:38 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!uwm.edu!chi-news.cic.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!info.ucla.edu!ihnp4.ucsd.edu!news1.ucsd.edu!news-mail-gateway From: tmedin@che2.CHe.umn.EDU (tom medin) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: FT-890 filter mod wanted Date: 8 Nov 95 11:39:15 GMT Organization: ucsd usenet gateway Lines: 7 Message-ID: <35197.tmedin@che2.che.umn.edu> Reply-To: NNTP-Posting-Host: ucsd.edu Originator: daemon@ucsd.edu a mod for making an FT-890 more selective in the digital modes was posted here about a year ago. does anyone know where i might find more information on this mod? it's beyond me why Yaesu would make a new model with no capability of narrow band receive in LSB for the 'tor modes. tmedin N0UFM From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:39 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!uwm.edu!math.ohio-state.edu!pacific.mps.ohio-state.edu!usenet From: James Garland Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: FT1000/D Upgrades Date: 7 Nov 1995 14:13:56 GMT Organization: The Ohio State University Lines: 7 Message-ID: <47npj4$jjt@pacific.mps.ohio-state.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: maps1.mps.ohio-state.edu Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2N (Windows; I; 16bit) Has anyone made the PIN diode modifications to the FT1000D, intended to improve intermod response? I'm reluctant to send my radio back to Yaesu, and would prefer to do the work myself if it's not too extensive. How many diodes are involved, and are they surface mount types? ALso, does anyone know what other updates are available for the FT1000? Thanks, Jim W8ZR From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:40 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: mparkes@aol.com (Mparkes) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: HAL P38 problems on pactor??? Date: 7 Nov 1995 07:38:18 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 4 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <47njvq$iei@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: mparkes@aol.com (Mparkes) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com I have the HAL p38 HF modem and wondered if other owners of it are having trouble with pactor links? Spoke with HAL and they admitted a problem with the software...anyone using other software for it that works better? Tnx for advice.. Mike KS4DA From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:41 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!nuhou.aloha.net!usenet From: "Troy L. Faulkner" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Heathkit SA-2040 Mod needed Date: 6 Nov 1995 21:54:32 GMT Organization: Hawaii OnLine - Honolulu, HI Lines: 12 Message-ID: <47m06o$ek1@nuhou.aloha.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: oahu-99.u.aloha.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) To: General,Post I have a heathkit SA-2040 antenna tuner. I am using a 550ft long wire and would like to work it on 160m. However when I tune for that band I am unable to tune it up. My question is do I need more inductance or capacitance? Should I try to reconfigure the tuner to be a L-C type from its present form of a clasic T type? Some additional info on the antenna system is as follows: the antenna is 550ft long 25ft above ground and fed directly into the shack to a Drake B-1000 4:1 balun cconfigured for long wire use one side is grounded with a short 3ft feed line of RG-214. All other bands operate quite nice and smooth I am only unable to work 160m. Any help at all in needed......Thankyou and 73's.....Troy - KB9AZZ/KH6 From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:42 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!nuhou.aloha.net!usenet From: "Troy L. Faulkner" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Heathkit SA-2040 Mod needed Date: 6 Nov 1995 21:55:06 GMT Organization: Hawaii OnLine - Honolulu, HI Lines: 12 Message-ID: <47m07q$ek1@nuhou.aloha.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: oahu-99.u.aloha.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) I have a heathkit SA-2040 antenna tuner. I am using a 550ft long wire and would like to work it on 160m. However when I tune for that band I am unable to tune it up. My question is do I need more inductance or capacitance? Should I try to reconfigure the tuner to be a L-C type from its present form of a clasic T type? Some additional info on the antenna system is as follows: the antenna is 550ft long 25ft above ground and fed directly into the shack to a Drake B-1000 4:1 balun cconfigured for long wire use one side is grounded with a short 3ft feed line of RG-214. All other bands operate quite nice and smooth I am only unable to work 160m. Any help at all in needed......Thankyou and 73's.....Troy - KB9AZZ/KH6 From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:43 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!ux.accesscom.net!usenet From: kk5hy@mailhost.accesscom.net (Jake Hellbach) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Help on Hammarland Date: Tue, 07 Nov 1995 03:00:56 GMT Organization: AccessCom Lines: 10 Message-ID: <47mi5i$3on@ux.accesscom.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: p30.accesscom.net X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Hello to all, I bought 2 Hammarland Super Pro SP-400-X recievers, one can be fullly restored. The other I maybe able to or just used for parts. Has anyone ever used this radio, or do you know anything about it? Also need a schematic for it. Thanks for any info, Jake KK5HY From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:44 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!simtel!lll-winken.llnl.gov!enews.sgi.com!decwrl!ablecom!ns2.mainstreet.net!news.isp.net!newsadmin From: aklein@slip.net (aklein) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: HELP WITH ACC 850 CONTROLLER Date: Mon, 06 Nov 1995 22:08:17 GMT Lines: 16 Message-ID: <47m040$3ff@news2.isp.net> References: <475gm2$g1m@hsun27.chevron.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: sfasc150.slip.net X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent v0.55 Elliot Steinberg wrote: >I have an ACC 850 controller and am looking for help in resetting it. It >came from an estate and I have no manual at this time for it. I have >ordered the manual but that will take a while can someone help me. >73 >N6QHO...Elliot Post this to W2GZA@KC2FD, if you have access to packet. Our club (RCARC) uses the ACC, and Warren has the blisters and scars to prove it. -- Al Klein - W2PMX From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:45 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.fyionline.com!op.net!en.com!l3-23.en.net!user From: gregkopp@en.com (Greg Kopp) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: HELP WITH ACC 850 CONTROLLER Date: Wed, 08 Nov 1995 09:16:36 -0500 Organization: B&G Enterprises Lines: 14 Message-ID: References: <475gm2$g1m@hsun27.chevron.com> <47m040$3ff@news2.isp.net> <47o290$7jr@hsun27.chevron.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: l3-23.en.net In article <47o290$7jr@hsun27.chevron.com>, Elliot Steinberg wrote: > Thanks for your reply I received the manual and have been able to make > all the changes at this time. It is a bit confussing to operate but it > sure does a lot. > 73 > Elliot...N6QHO Our club has been using the 850 for quite some time now. It is a rather obscure, yet powerful controller. If you have any questions I can answer, let me know. 73 de Greg N8JMS From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:46 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.compuserve.com!news.production.compuserve.com!news From: Matthew <100751.1262@CompuServe.COM> Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur Subject: Help! IC-706 INFO NEEDED! Date: 8 Nov 1995 14:04:40 GMT Organization: Black Sheep Lines: 14 Message-ID: <47qddo$98j$1@mhafc.production.compuserve.com> Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:16964 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21226 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94034 rec.radio.shortwave:65793 uk.radio.amateur:9024 Can someone please post some new, constructive info on the 706. Some people say it's great, some say it isn't. And some say nothing, of course. If anyone is in a position to inform me on this matter, please do so, paying particular attention to the HF performance out of band. Cheers, all. Matt. PS If I do not hear anything soon, I'm going to buy it anyway, so please reassure me that I will be doing the right thing. Post now! HHHHHHHHEEEEEEEELLLLLLLLPPPPPPPP!!!!!!!! From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:47 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!news.erinet.com!ragnarok.oar.net!malgudi.oar.net!watt.oedison.com!usenet From: wagnerj@watt.oedison.com (John Wagner) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc Subject: Re: HELP: New Ham needs advice on VHF Multi-mode Date: Thu, 09 Nov 1995 17:09:06 GMT Organization: Ohio Edison Company, Akron OH Lines: 83 Message-ID: <47tc98$12ps@watt.oedison.com> References: <47suu3$13h0@info4.rus.uni-stuttgart.de> NNTP-Posting-Host: go-bus-appl-4-8x.oedison.com X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21266 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94074 On 9 Nov 1995 13:15:47 GMT moritz@ipers1.e-technik.uni-stuttgart.de () wrote: >>After reading the ARRL Operating Manual, I've become interested in the >>VHF/UHF bands. I'm probably not the "rag-chewer" type, so I'm interested >>in SSB/CW operations. >Welcome to this great field of amateur radio. >>Which equipment would get me started? >For VHF/ UHF work you need 3 ingredients, in order of their importance: >1) a good location: A small yagi on a hill top works better than the biggest >array in a valley. >2) a good antenna: a 10 element yagi is fine, not only to get started but >for general work. >3) a radio: well, obviouisly. >>Example: A local (Seattle) shop has a Yaesu FT-290 (I thinks >>that is the correct model) 2 meter multi-mode for $375. >The current model is the FT290-RII, with the detachable battery pack >(can be replaced by a linear). It is a *lousy* radio, but still one of the >best buys to get started. Do however not use it with a 100 + watt linear, >the TX signal is not very clean and you will be heard on the entire band. >I am currently using mine to operate 6m and 23 cm transverters, >and I am quite happy with it. >There are many articles and mods available, e.g. in packet mail boxes. >>How old is it? It came out around 1986 >73, Moritz DL5UH Moritz hit it on the head on the 1,2,3 approach. On the FT-290, I don't know about lousy, but you get what you pay for. Considering its age and size, its not too bad of a radio. I recommend a pre-amp, a small power amp or combo. I agree with Moritz, that I wouldn't plug it into a 100+ watt unit. That price isn't terrible, but isn't great either. The new version of the radio (FT-290RII) runs about $650 - $675 street price, and INCLUDES a detachable 25 watt linear amp for the price. I've got a FT-290R (VHF) and the newer FT-790RII (UHF), and have had pretty good luck with both. I use the pair for OSCAR work on AO-10, AO-13, and FO-20. My setup is pretty average (or below) for an Oscar station, and I can hear and work anything and everything my friend across town can with his $1800 FT-760 and better antennas. For reference, I'm using: UHF: Cushcraft 38 ele 432 MHz cross yagi no pre amp no power amp (790RII has 25 watt output) VHF: Homebrew 14 ele 144 MHz cross yagi el-cheapo 15db gain bipolar noisy pre-amp Mirage 30 watt power amp Good luck! ------------------------------------------------------------------- John Wagner wagnerj@watt.oedison.com -----BEGIN PGP PUBLIC KEY BLOCK----- Version: 2.6.2 mQENAzCbmRAAAAEH/2XyyuEu+F2a5SmdU2P+62bAPivG1+5A4mmjy6diK3pW3lW4 sUfxiv0UzZrDC+nicvNW3GlazwM2Oc2dLwlX/OX9CszWDryg5rK4Ga8X5dj1mlac QwG2ESHUIbCkOLUvXJOWDFhuFNtrTk1q1aepRWg1YsRxFnHqBaQCdBX2c3ctE6T3 vQJk/4FMimpQcPNEupCUtX8lk2rly1GSeIUxvY95eZXhdQZyK7Uiquyokc1bxBwb 7uhNtNhjNi7JpI4wtTP1uC1bGaXLWCAw6w6JHXnFspPqcgRKjn0y0ZUeiYJ7lc1R G+qfmoIsWwtsHz/Skb4UfuTaakhD8uL+eM1x48EABRG0HkpvaG4gV2FnbmVyIDxX YWduZXJKV0Btc24uY29tPg== =WVd9 -----END PGP PUBLIC KEY BLOCK----- From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:48 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!paperboy.ids.net!pslip249b.egr-ri.ids.net!user From: rmw@ids.net (Ryan M Williams) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: hmmmm Date: Wed, 08 Nov 1995 19:25:01 -0500 Organization: Home Lines: 14 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: pslip249b.egr-ri.ids.net *NEW* Amateur Radio Link BBS @ 401-885-3074 Includes: FidoNet, Usenet InterNet EMail, HAM-Net File Distribution, & 2000 files available Online! -- -R.M.Williams RMW@ids.net Check out my *NEW* Web Page http://ids.net/~rmw/news.html *NEW* Amateur Radio Link BBS @ 401-885-3074 Includes: FidoNet, Usenet InterNet EMail, HAM-Net File Distribution, & 2000 files available Online! From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:49 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!psgrain!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!spool.mu.edu!howland.reston.ans.net!news-e1a.megaweb.com!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: k5qq@aol.com (K5QQ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc Subject: Re: How to fix intermod? Date: 6 Nov 1995 18:59:50 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 18 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <47m7hm$8hf@newsbf02.news.aol.com> References: <47k2s6$7g3@acme.freenet.columbus.oh.us> Reply-To: k5qq@aol.com (K5QQ) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21182 rec.radio.amateur.misc:93985 You might notice if it always sounds like a pager or some other such tone is one of the intermod signals. Your HT will be more suceptible (sp?) than other radios as they are usually run with a much higher gain in order to hear signals with their small antennas. When you hook them to the outside antenna is when you run into problems.. In Albuquerque we have some paging transmitters in the 152 MHZ band that are running over 1000 watts and they cause a lot of trouble for lots of folks. I just bought a PAR electronics filter which is a notch filter and it works GREAT!! Might check them out in QST and if your intermod is from pagers, I know that will fix a lot of your problems. Adios Jim K5QQ@AOl.COM From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:51 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.icon.net!okc120.icon.net!ssampson From: ssampson@icon.net (Steve Sampson) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc Subject: Re: How to fix intermod? Date: Tue, 7 Nov 1995 08:16:55 Organization: (ICON) InterConnect Online, Inc. Lines: 19 Message-ID: References: NNTP-Posting-Host: okc120.icon.net X-Newsreader: Trumpet for Windows [Version 1.0 Rev A] Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21189 rec.radio.amateur.misc:93996 Jeff Wigal writes: >When I travel through some areas of Seattle, my radio is bombarded with >intermod interference (at least that's what I think it is)... Most of the amateur equipment is made to sell features, not quality. By that I mean, the receiver isn't as important as the total bandwidth or beeps and whistles. If you buy a radio designed to receive in 30 MHz bandwidth, don't be surprised if it can't resolve down to 25 kHz. My Master II radio never got intermod. But it wasn't designed to receive the whole spectrum, just a part of it. Tucker Electronics 1-800-559-7388 sells a product called Tucker TF-144 for $59 + shipping. It's an inline filter, good for up to 50 Watts. On receive it switches in a filter for only the Ham band. I don't have one, just offering a solution you can investigate. Anything with a helical filter would be an improvement. From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:51 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!hookup!lll-winken.llnl.gov!simtel!news.kei.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!pipeline!psinntp!psinntp!psinntp!charon.wfnia.com!usenet From: Ron Thompson Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: IC 2000H Mods Date: 8 Nov 1995 21:13:41 GMT Organization: Wells Fargo Nikko Investment Advisors Lines: 8 Message-ID: <47r6i5$4a@lambchop> NNTP-Posting-Host: charon Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) I know this has been posted before, but could someone send me the mods for the ICOM 2000H Mobile radio with expanded specs? Thanks Ron Thompson KE6AGC From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:52 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.inc.net!news.uoregon.edu!mayonews.mayo.edu!newsdist.tc.umn.edu!umn.edu!spool.mu.edu!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!brutus.bright.net!chi-news.cic.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!gatech!wa4mei!ke4zv!gary From: gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) Subject: Re: IC-706 HF Rig Features Message-ID: <1995Nov6.210417.24090@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> Reply-To: gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) Organization: Destructive Testing Systems References: <1995Nov2.190337.671@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> <47g213$g8c@news.halcyon.com> <1995Nov6.003039.18649@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> Date: Mon, 6 Nov 1995 21:04:17 GMT Lines: 28 In article frederick.mckenzie-1@kmail.ksc.nasa.gov (Fred McKenzie) writes: >In article <1995Nov6.003039.18649@ke4zv.atl.ga.us>, gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us >(Gary Coffman) wrote: >> Now this is true, and including board layouts, component lists, etc, >> in the owner's manual might be excessive. > >Gary- > >Excessive? I've become accustomed to finding at least schematics and >board layouts with the Icom radios I've purchased in the past. Not being >able to obtain an Icom service manual until later, is nothing new. >However, the wait would be more bearable with a schematic and board layout >in hand. Oh, I agree, Fred. In an ideal world, full documentation would be included with the radio. But I realize that the industry trend is to unbundle service information. I can accept that because few amateurs actually service their own radios today, but I still think a schematic is a must with *every* radio. If need be, I can puzzle out component locations, but I don't want to have to reverse engineer the radio to see how it is designed. Gary -- Gary Coffman KE4ZV | You make it, | gatech!wa4mei!ke4zv!gary Destructive Testing Systems | we break it. | emory!kd4nc!ke4zv!gary 534 Shannon Way | Guaranteed! | gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us Lawrenceville, GA 30244 | | From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:54 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.bluesky.net!solaris.cc.vt.edu!swiss.ans.net!tbsnews.turner.com!klinger From: Owen.Adair@turner.com (Owen Adair) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: IC-706 HF Rig Features Date: Tue, 07 Nov 95 12:58:53 GMT Organization: Turner Broadcasting System Lines: 40 Message-ID: <47nl6d$224_001@klinger.turner.com> References: <9510251621.AA13185@noldor> <46rl82$s3g@newsbf02.news.aol.com> <47887d$8ob@cst715.iac.honeywell.com> <47aiup$qh2@news.halcyon.com> <1995Nov2.190337.671@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> <47g213$g8c@news.halcyon.com> <1995Nov6.003039.18649@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> NNTP-Posting-Host: klinger.turner.com X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #3 In article <1995Nov6.003039.18649@ke4zv.atl.ga.us>, gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) wrote: >In article <47g213$g8c@news.halcyon.com> "Gary P. Fiber" writes: >>The service manual figures to be available some time after January, 1996. >>Leaving out the print is a cost cutting measure, also aloows for putting in >>all efforts to service manuals. If you take $ 0.50 per print and multiply >>that by 20,000 radios it gets to be a fairly pricy sum of money. Money >>that is better spent for service manuals. Far better than not printing >>service manuals at all. > >I don't find this argument compelling. Certainly $0.50 difference for Nor do I. This is one major complaint I have about current radio manufacturers, and they all do it. They will pinch pennies on a feature or part on a radio to save pennies on the cost of manufacturing. Example: How much could it cost to have a backlit keypad? Why, oh, why can't EVERY radio made from now on have this? It couldn't cost more than a buck or less, and EVERY operator would pay the buck to have this. Want another? OK, how about the cheesy alphanumeric displays Yaseu (and others ) use? Why can't we have REAL LIVE bitmapped displays? This is admittedly more expensive, but even my COPIER has this feature. Maybe the software engineers only know how to program an 8 segment display. The Icom IC-900 has a display that was close, but seen anything like it since? Come on guys, the hardware adds a few bucks and the software would be FUN to do... Why not take the guy working on the next poker game to add in the next handheld and put him on a truly functional display? OK, I'll get off my soapbox. I feel better. Owen Owen Adair WD4FSU email: Owen.Adair@turner.com Turner Broadcasting System, CNN Center, Atlanta, GA (404) 827-3293 "Things which matter most must never be at the mercy of things that matter least" -Goethe From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:55 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!news00.sunet.se!sunic!news99.sunet.se!news.funet.fi!ousrvr3.oulu.fi!news.oulu.fi!luru From: luru@stekt12.oulu.fi (Ari Husa) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: IC-706 HF Rig Features Date: 07 Nov 1995 19:24:34 GMT Organization: The Buffalo Club Lines: 23 Message-ID: References: <1995Nov2.190337.671@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> <47g213$g8c@news.halcyon.com> <1995Nov6.003039.18649@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> <1995Nov6.210417.24090@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> NNTP-Posting-Host: stekt12.oulu.fi Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 8bit In-reply-to: gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us's message of Mon, 6 Nov 1995 21:04:17 GMT In article <1995Nov6.210417.24090@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) writes: > >Excessive? I've become accustomed to finding at least schematics and > >board layouts with the Icom radios I've purchased in the past. > actually service their own radios today, but I still think a schematic > is a must with *every* radio. If need be, I can puzzle out component Not to mention that the regulations of amateur radio in some countries REQUIRE the schematics of all transmitters to be presentable at the station at all times. No, I haven't heard of spot checks of transmitter schematics, but I still wonder if WE get the schematics - or maybe every amateur who wants to use Icom has to draw one of his own. Luru -- /// AriMattiJuhaniHusaOH8NUPAri.Husa@iki. o-o fiTiedonkaari6D25FIN-90570OULUFinland o 9405020236http://www.iki.fi/ari.husa/ From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:56 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!gate.net!hopi.gate.net!leon From: leon@gate.net (Leon D. Zetekoff) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: IC-736 info Date: 9 Nov 1995 00:56:45 GMT Organization: CyberGate Lines: 9 Message-ID: <47rjkd$19rg@news.gate.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: hopi.gate.net Summary: ICOM IC736 HF radio information needed Keywords: ICOM IC736 HF radio mods X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Anyone have any information on mods for the IC736? I am looking at getting one to replace my original TS-520. What about the PC and satellite interfaces? Anyone have any info on them? many thax 73 leon wa4zlw From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:57 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!gatech2!pirates!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!swrinde!elroy.jpl.nasa.gov!lll-winken.llnl.gov!uwm.edu!chi-news.cic.net!news.compuserve.com!news.production.compuserve.com!news From: Matthew <100751.1262@CompuServe.COM> Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,uk.radio.amateur Subject: IC706 Date: 7 Nov 1995 09:32:16 GMT Organization: Black Sheep Lines: 4 Message-ID: <47n930$a3k$1@mhade.production.compuserve.com> Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:16970 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21233 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94042 uk.radio.amateur:9027 Quick! I need first-hand, unbiased advice on the IC706! I plan to buy it v. soon if I do not hear any stinking reports! Help! From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:58 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.uoregon.edu!netline-fddi.jpl.nasa.gov!nntp-server.caltech.edu!sdd.hp.com!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!uwm.edu!chi-news.cic.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!news.eng.convex.com!cowart From: cowart@news.eng.convex.com (Michael Cowart) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,uk.radio.amateur Subject: Re: IC706 Followup-To: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,uk.radio.amateur Date: 8 Nov 1995 19:35:16 GMT Organization: Engineering, Convex Computer Corporation, Richardson, Tx USA Lines: 22 Message-ID: <47r0pk$p09@worm.convex.com> References: <47n930$a3k$1@mhade.production.compuserve.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: neptune.convex.com X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:16976 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21242 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94049 uk.radio.amateur:9029 Matthew (100751.1262@CompuServe.COM) wrote: : Quick! : I need first-hand, unbiased advice on the IC706! : I plan to buy it v. soon if I do not hear any stinking reports! : Help! it's hard to get unbiased advice :) by definition, any advice is biased. I have had a 706 four days and like it very much. it gives you a lot of bands and modes for a relatively small amount of dollars. makes a great mobile rig, that's how I use mine. my advice: get one before the price goes up! 73 Mike ----------------------------------------------------------------- Mike Cowart e-mail: cowart@convex.com Convex Computer Corp. My opinions are mine, not my employer's. Richardson, Texas ----------------------------------------------------------------- From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:01:59 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsserver.pixel.kodak.com!news.uoregon.edu!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!eff!blanket.mitre.org!linus.mitre.org!news.mitre.org!m14494-mac.mitre.org!user From: mwhite@mitre.org (Michael White) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,uk.radio.amateur Subject: Re: IC706 Date: Wed, 08 Nov 1995 15:39:10 -0500 Organization: The MITRE Corporation Lines: 25 Message-ID: References: <47n930$a3k$1@mhade.production.compuserve.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: m14494-mac.mitre.org X-Newsreader: Value-Added NewsWatcher 2.0b27.1+ Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:16977 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21243 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94050 uk.radio.amateur:9030 Matthew wrote: > Quick! > I need first-hand, unbiased advice on the IC706! > I plan to buy it v. soon if I do not hear any stinking reports! > Help! A friend of mine got one, and I've used it quite a lot. It's great; we both love it. There are some minor things we'd change if we were designing it, but certainly no show-stoppers. This friend of mine is very, very pickey about such things, and he's quite pleased with the 706. Just remember that it only has 10 watts out on 2 meters, and there is no DTMF keypad. It's really meant to be a 2 meter all-mode, not a general purpose mobile rig for chatting on the repeater. It will do that fine, it's just set up more like an all-mode. Now, if I could just convince my wife that the 706 is more important the the kid's braces... Mike, N4PDY -- mwhite@mitre.org My opinions are my own, not my employer's. From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:00 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!dns.crocker.com!wizard.pn.com!sundog.tiac.net!daily-planet.execpc.com!usenet From: Thomas Brockdorf Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,uk.radio.amateur Subject: Re: IC706 Date: 9 Nov 1995 17:20:58 GMT Organization: Exec-PC BBS - Milwaukee, WI Lines: 31 Message-ID: <47td9r$lkv@daily-planet.execpc.com> References: <47n930$a3k$1@mhade.production.compuserve.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: carp.execpc.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:16995 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21275 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94087 uk.radio.amateur:9060 Matthew <100751.1262@CompuServe.COM> wrote: >Quick! >I need first-hand, unbiased advice on the IC706! >I plan to buy it v. soon if I do not hear any stinking reports! >Help! Mathew, Don't be worried about buying the 706. It is an excellent radio! I got mine last week, and I love it. I have two comments. I thought I had a transmit audio problem, but I played around with the settings, and found this not to be true. The only thing I would change on this radio if I could, would be the fan. It runs all the time, and speeds up when you transmit. I would rather see it temperature controlled, like my Icom 751A. I think however, that it may have to be like it is in order to maintain the small size of the radio, without large heat-sinks. It is about the same noise level as a computer fan. Really not a major problem though. This radio has many great software features, and with 6M and 2M all mode, it is like getting three radios in one. Recieve audio is quite clear, I don,t detect any distortion (by ear), like some of the other HF radios that have recently come out. Reciever sensitivity seems to be very good. On two meter FM, it is better than my FM mobile rig (with the preamp on). HF also very good. 73 de Thomas AA9IS From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:01 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!holonet!colossus.holonet.net!yama.mcc.ac.uk!warwick!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!lyra.csx.cam.ac.uk!sunsite.doc.ic.ac.uk!dispatch.news.demon.net!demon!qmw!ciril.fr!jussieu.fr!math.ohio-state.edu!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!EU.net!news.eunet.fi!jjo From: jjo@tekla.fi (Jari Jokiniemi) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,uk.radio.amateur Subject: Re: IC706 Date: 10 Nov 1995 06:12:21 GMT Lines: 13 Message-ID: References: <47n930$a3k$1@mhade.production.compuserve.com> <1995Nov9.181811.7781@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> NNTP-Posting-Host: ds10.tekla.fi In-reply-to: gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us's message of Thu, 9 Nov 1995 18:18:11 GMT Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17008 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21295 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94117 uk.radio.amateur:9070 I would slightly disagree on IC-706 being really that good. The SSB filters are poor. The radio gets into trouble when trying to dig a DX under a pile-up or when running a contest. Also the front end does not seem to behave well when someone is running a KW nearby, so multi-multi operations using IC-706's are out of the question. To be fair, the other small radio I've ever tried (TS-50) behaved just the same way. I would say that the new Icom is a good deal for the common operator, it is also very handy radio for a one man DX pedition. DX hunters and those runninng contests should consider other radios (did I say a second-hand IC-735). -- Jari Jokiniemi, jari.jokiniemi@tekla.fi, OH2MPO, OH3BU Tekla Oy, Koronakatu 1, 02210 Espoo, 90-8879 474 From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:03 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,uk.radio.amateur Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsserver.pixel.kodak.com!bloom-beacon.mit.edu!yama.mcc.ac.uk!warwick!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!dish.news.pipex.net!pipex!lade.news.pipex.net!pipex!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.kreonet.re.kr!news.dacom.co.kr!newsfeed.internetmci.com!gatech2!pirates!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!wa4mei!ke4zv!gary From: gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) Subject: Re: IC706 Message-ID: <1995Nov10.144331.12131@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> Reply-To: gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) Organization: Destructive Testing Systems References: <47n930$a3k$1@mhade.production.compuserve.com> <1995Nov9.181811.7781@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> Date: Fri, 10 Nov 1995 14:43:31 GMT Lines: 48 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17011 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21298 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94120 uk.radio.amateur:9072 In article jjo@tekla.fi (Jari Jokiniemi) writes: >I would slightly disagree on IC-706 being really that good. The SSB >filters are poor. The radio gets into trouble when trying to >dig a DX under a pile-up or when running a contest. Also the front end >does not seem to behave well when someone is running a KW nearby, so >multi-multi operations using IC-706's are out of the question. To be >fair, the other small radio I've ever tried (TS-50) behaved just the >same way. I would say that the new Icom is a good deal for the common >operator, it is also very handy radio for a one man DX >pedition. DX hunters and those runninng contests should consider other >radios (did I say a second-hand IC-735). You're right, the 706 is no 735. I've been operating the two side by side for a few days now. The 735 has better dynamic range, better filters, and has PBT to let you tailor the filter bandwidth to suit the signal you are copying. But you can upgrade the 706 filters, the dynamic range problem is somewhat manageable with artful use of the preamp and attenuator, and the radio is more convienent to operate than the 735, and certainly easier to use mobile. All the mods for this radio so far have been to improve out-of-band performance, but when the schematics are finally available, I hope some mods will be forthcoming to enhance its dynamic range. That's the *real* drawback to this otherwise excellent little radio. (For mobile use, which seems the primary niche for this radio, the lack of dynamic range isn't as much of a problem because the antennas are inherently narrow banded and have limited sensitivity. So dealing with huge signals out of band isn't as much of a problem.) With the optional 500 Hz filter, this little radio is a digital operator's dream. Everything you need is brought out the back, and the slow tuning is a godsend compared to the coarse and quick tuning of the 735. Even tuning a Clover signal is a piece of cake. You don't have to hold your breath while nudging the knob like you do with the 735. And of course having 6m and 2m allows you to do meteor scatter packet on 6m and regular terrestrial packet on 2m. I haven't tried 9600 baud yet (we don't use 9600 on 2m around here) but I'm going to do some experiments this weekend to see what the BER looks like. With a 70cm transverter, the radio even does an acceptable job with amateur satellites, though lack of full duplex capability is a limitation. Gary -- Gary Coffman KE4ZV | You make it, | gatech!wa4mei!ke4zv!gary Destructive Testing Systems | we break it. | emory!kd4nc!ke4zv!gary 534 Shannon Way | Guaranteed! | gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us Lawrenceville, GA 30244 | | From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:05 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!simtel!news00.sunet.se!sunic!news99.sunet.se!news.funet.fi!news.kolumbus.fi!news.csc.fi!nokia.fi!ntc.nokia.com!ntc01.tele.nokia.fi!harjula From: harjula@ntc01.tele.nokia.fi Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Icom 706 - modified Date: 8 Nov 95 09:03:10 EET Organization: Nokia Telecommunications. Lines: 58 Message-ID: <1995Nov8.090310.1@ntc01.tele.nokia.fi> References: <1995Nov3.103621.1@ntc01.tele.nokia.fi> <47hcb3$1g5@newsbf02.news.aol.com> <1995Nov6.005016.18972@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> NNTP-Posting-Host: ntc01.tele.nokia.fi In article <1995Nov6.005016.18972@ke4zv.atl.ga.us>, gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) writes: > In article <47hcb3$1g5@newsbf02.news.aol.com> k5qq@aol.com (K5QQ) writes: >>I find my 706 works very well everywhere but I notice that if you are not >>in a HAM band, the preamplifer does funny things. It seems to distort the >>signals. >> >>Try this experiment on 2 meters. With the preamplifer off, Tune the band >>with the squelch off and tune past a band edge. No significant change >>will be noted. Now do the same thing with the preamplifer on and notice >>what happens as you tune the band edge. The radio beeps as you cross the >>band edge and the noise become incredible. It seems that your interference level is just so high that you get the noise with the preamp but without it the front end stays linear. I have a few 50 kW FM stations within 10 km and the noise is there even without preamplifier. >>However the preamplifer works like a champ on any ham band particularly on >>6 meters and on 2 meters. >> >>So, it appears to me it is somehow programmed and out of band has >>something else put into the circuit. > > I was told about a mod today that supposedly fixes the sensitivity > problem on the IC-706 above 148 MHz. Those of you who already know > about the out of band transmit mod may have noticed a connector > immediately to the right of the diode you removed. The fourth wire > from one end of that connector is a yellow wire. If you remove that > wire from the connector (just extract the pin and tape it off in the > harness), I'm told that the receiving sensitivity problem goes > away. I HAVEN'T TRIED THIS ON MINE YET, PROCEED AT YOUR OWN RISK! I just had to check it right away. The fourth yellow wire seems to control a lowpass/highpass 120 MHz filter. In the standard configuration the highpass filter is used only on 144-148 MHz, every other frequency uses the lowpass. When I disconnected the yellow wire, the sensitivity on 135 MHz went up to the level of the 2m band, about .2uV instead of the standard 10uV. But on 105 MHz the sensitivity went down from .2 uV to 10uV. Anyway, if you want to listen to frequencies above 120 MHz this mod is very useful. It does even remove most of the FM band intermodulation. I just don't understand why Icom has not put the switching limit on 120 MHz instead of 144/148. >>I love my 706 - it's a neat radio with the only drawback on programming 2 >>meter repeaters. It wants to act like a HF radio with the memory >>management. > > Yeah, it doesn't understand the shift conventions for the various No problem here in Finland. Here all repeater channels use the same -600 kHz offset. All 8 of them! t. Arto, OH2BGN -- Arto Harjula tel +358-0-5112 8308 fax +358-0-5112 8299 Nokia Telecommunications / PMR arto.harjula@ntc.nokia.com From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:06 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!simtel!lll-winken.llnl.gov!uwm.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!news.uoregon.edu!kaiwan.kaiwan.com!ledge!darryl.linkow From: darryl.linkow@ledge.com (DARRYL LINKOW) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Icom 706 - modified a Message-ID: <8B4A483.01B40032B3.uuout@ledge.com> Date: Thu, 09 Nov 95 19:15:00 -0800 Distribution: world Organization: The Ledge PCBoard: Lake View Terrace, CA: USA: 818-896-2007 Reply-To: darryl.linkow@ledge.com (DARRYL LINKOW) References: <1995Nov6.005016.18972@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> X-Newsreader: PCBoard Version 15.22 X-Mailer: PCBoard/UUOUT Version 1.20 Lines: 14 GC>I was told about a mod today that supposedly fixes the sensitivity GC>problem on the IC-706 above 148 MHz. Those of you who already know GC>about the out of band transmit mod may have noticed a connector GC>immediately to the right of the diode you removed. The fourth wire GC>from one end of that connector is a yellow wire. If you remove that GC>wire from the connector (just extract the pin and tape it off in the GC>harness), I'm told that the receiving sensitivity problem goes GC>away. I HAVEN'T TRIED THIS ON MINE YET, PROCEED AT YOUR OWN RISK! Why don't you post the out of band transmit mod, for those 706 owners who don't know about it? --- * OLX 2.2 * Darryl Linkow (818)346-5278 9 am - 5 pm PST From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:06 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!lade.news.pipex.net!pipex!dish.news.pipex.net!pipex!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.kreonet.re.kr!news.dacom.co.kr!news.uoregon.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!uwm.edu!cs.utexas.edu!bcm.tmc.edu!pendragon.jsc.nasa.gov!news.msfc.nasa.gov!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: w8jitom@aol.com (W8JI Tom) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Icom 706 - modified a Date: 10 Nov 1995 13:53:52 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 14 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <480740$4m@newsbf02.news.aol.com> References: <8B4A483.01B40032B3.uuout@ledge.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com X-Newsreader: AOL Offline Reader In article <8B4A483.01B40032B3.uuout@ledge.com>, darryl.linkow@ledge.com (DARRYL LINKOW) writes: >Why don't you post the out of band transmit mod, for those 706 >owners who don't know about it? > > What a great way to get ICOM's approval yanked by the FCC! What stupidity! Posting it here would be one step down from putting it in the manual, plus the next thing you know all the CBers would be doing it. Shheeeesh! Tom From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:07 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!usenet.kornet.nm.kr!news.kreonet.re.kr!usenet.seri.re.kr!news.dacom.co.kr!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.compuserve.com!news.production.compuserve.com!news From: an364546@anon.penet.fi <100553.1214@CompuServe.COM> Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Icom 706 mods Date: 9 Nov 1995 08:27:21 GMT Organization: none-set Lines: 2 Message-ID: <47se19$f7k$1@mhadg.production.compuserve.com> Anybody know how to get this rig onto Gen. HF tx/Rx so my group can work REACT with it on 27MHz. From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:09 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.zeitgeist.net!cygnus.com!sgigate.sgi.com!swrinde!elroy.jpl.nasa.gov!lll-winken.llnl.gov!uwm.edu!math.ohio-state.edu!magnus.acs.ohio-state.edu!freenet.columbus.oh.us!not-for-mail From: rhuffman@freenet.columbus.oh.us (Rick Huffman) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Icom 706 mods Date: 9 Nov 1995 10:25:37 -0500 Organization: The Greater Columbus FreeNet Lines: 44 Message-ID: <47t6hh$lkq@acme.freenet.columbus.oh.us> References: <47se19$f7k$1@mhadg.production.compuserve.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: acme.freenet.columbus.oh.us X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] an364546@anon.penet.fi (100553.1214@CompuServe.COM) wrote: : Anybody know how to get this rig onto Gen. HF tx/Rx so my group : can work REACT with it on 27MHz. Subject: (fwd) Icom IC-706 MARS/CAP Mod (here it is!) From: kg7fu@aol.com (KG7FU) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Icom IC-706 MARS/CAP Mod (here it is!) Date: 30 Oct 1995 10:44:17 MARS/CAP Modification for ICOM IC-706: Tools required: 1) #0 Philips head screwdriver 2) 10 - 15 watt pencil tip soldering iron 3) Magnifying glass 4) Tweezers Remove the TOP cover by removing three philips head screws on the top and one on each side. Move the speaker bracket out of the way. Locate D-59, this is a three terminal SMD diode in an SOT package, about 1 x 3 mm (with the radio front panel oriented towards you, D-59 is located in a row of SMD diodes just to the right of the ribbon cbale header above the 9 MHz SSB filter FL-30. There are pads for 5 diodes with only three installed. D-59 is the second from the left). Useing tweezers and a low-wattage soldering iron (and magnifying glass, if necessary) remove D-59 by appplying some heat to the single leg side of the device while lifting gently, then apply heat to the other two legs and removing the device. Be careful not to apply too much heat, not to rip or burn any traces or not to leave excess solder on the PCB. Replace the speaker bracket and top cover. Apply power and reset the microprocessor. TX = 1600 kHz - 54.00 MHz and 118.000 - 174.000 MHz De James KG7FU kg7fu@kb7ogd.or.usa.noam kg7fu@aol.com -- I tried it and it works. eyago Rick -- From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:10 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!news.cybercomm.net!usenet From: Stephan Rashkin Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Icom 706 mods Date: 10 Nov 1995 21:41:15 GMT Organization: CyberComm Online Services Lines: 13 Message-ID: <480gtr$tkg@crow.cybercomm.net> References: <47se19$f7k$1@mhadg.production.compuserve.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: sl-033.sl.cybercomm.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) an364546@anon.penet.fi <100553.1214@CompuServe.COM> wrote: >Anybody know how to get this rig onto Gen. HF tx/Rx so my group >can work REACT with it on 27MHz. Sure...first step is to rewire the 6AG7's in parallel...cut the green wire on the menu button and connect the SOT to the plate of the 813... works for me. Steve, WA2NHZ From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:10 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!bcm.tmc.edu!news.msfc.nasa.gov!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!news.ece.uc.edu!babbage.ece.uc.edu!news.gryffin.com!chi-news.cic.net!io.org!winternet.com!uunet!in2.uu.net!iglou!n4lq From: n4lq@iglou.iglou.com (Steve Ellington) Subject: Re: ICOM 706--Feedback Wanted X-Nntp-Posting-Host: iglou.iglou.com Message-ID: Sender: news@iglou.com (News Administrator) Organization: IgLou Internet Services (1-800-436-4456) X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] References: Date: Thu, 9 Nov 1995 02:25:26 GMT Lines: 11 Had one for a week now. What would you like to know? Ed Harrington (Harrington.Ed@mail.ndhm.gtegsc.com) wrote: : Please send me your comments (positive or negative) on your experience : with the new ICOM 706. : Thanks and 73s, : Ed--AA1IN -- Steve Ellington N4LQ@IGLOU.COM Louisville, Ky From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:11 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!uwm.edu!alpha1.csd.uwm.edu!herb From: herb@alpha1.csd.uwm.edu (Nathan Ryan Gingras) Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: ICOM IC-3210 help... Date: 9 Nov 1995 19:08:18 GMT Organization: University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee Lines: 7 Message-ID: <47tjj2$u38@uwm.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: 129.89.169.1 X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.swap:50631 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21269 My IC-3210 came w/o a manual, and I can't figure out how to program the mem's... HELP! Nate, KB9LSX From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:12 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.msfc.nasa.gov!pendragon.jsc.nasa.gov!ames!waikato!auckland.ac.nz!kcbbs!steveg Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: iCOM R1 From: steveg@kcbbs.gen.nz (Steve Grant) Date: 10 Nov 95 11:58:47 GMT Message-ID: <3695313.43127.21385@kcbbs.gen.nz> Organization: Kappa Crucis Unix BBS, Auckland, NZ. Summary: Keywords: X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Lines: 20 HI ppl, I am after a handheld scanner, and was thinking of getting one of these babies. Are they any damn good is what I wanna know? Do Icom do any good desktop scanners, or are most scanners these days being made as handhelds? Al P -- _____________________________________________________________________ Email: steveg@kcbbs.gen.nz :::: ::: Hoiwck, Auckland (They call me Al) :+::+: :+: NEW ZEALAND +:+ +:+ +:+ Tel: +649 535-8816 +#+#++#+ +#+ +#+ +#+ +#+ "Why yes I am a rocket scientist" ### ### ######### _____________________________________________________________________ From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:13 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.msfc.nasa.gov!elroy.jpl.nasa.gov!decwrl!pa.dec.com!nntpd.lkg.dec.com!depot.mro.dec.com!mrnews.mro.dec.com!fccvde.enet.dec.com!klimasewski From: klimasewski@fccvde.enet.dec.com (My name is...) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: ICOM R71A, WILLCO ICM-1024 Date: 8 NOV 95 12:02:54 Organization: Digital Equipment Corporation Lines: 4 Message-ID: <47qnvq$1bd@mrnews.mro.dec.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: fccvde.enet.dec.com Is this company still in business? I have called them twice and left messages but no return call. Ken From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:15 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.Edu.TW!news.cc.nctu.edu.tw!serv.HiNet.net!news.uoregon.edu!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.msfc.nasa.gov!pendragon.jsc.nasa.gov!ames!hpg30a.csc.cuhk.hk!hkusuc.hku.hk!hkuxb.hku.hk!usenet From: tygleung@hkursc.hku.hk (Tony Yu) Subject: Re: Info Needed-Icom V68 FM Handie Talkie Content-Type: Text/Plain; charset=US-ASCII Message-ID: Sender: usenet@hkuxb.hku.hk (USENET News System) Nntp-Posting-Host: d178.ppp.hku.hk Organization: . X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.6 References: Mime-Version: 1.0 Date: Wed, 8 Nov 1995 04:29:46 GMT Lines: 31 >I recently purchased and Icom V68 handie talkie, and I believe >that I was mis-informed about this radio prior to purchase. >The salesman had told me that the radio was just a "plain jane" >model, with minimal features, but that it also received >136-172 Mhz (pretty common with today's VHF rigs.) He said >that it also is a good alternative for commercial use, kind of >a "dual function" radio. He finally told me that a few security >companies have purchased quantities of these radios for their >employees. > >Anyways, the price was good, so I purchased it, and ever since >that day, I have become VERY frustrated with this rig. The >manual tells me absolutely NOTHING about even the simplest >features available on this rig, such as the + and - offsets, >programming the memory channels, etc. Other information included >in the manual is very vague, and hard to understand, and it >keeps mentioning "If you are unsure...contact your system >administrator or operator." Yes, I guess this more a commercial >radio than amateur, even though I have seen this rig advertised >in some ham magazines. To prove this point even further, the >advertised "136-172 receive" is actually full transmit as well, >with absolutely no modifications needed-it comes like this >straight from the factory!! > >Well, enough babbling for now. I would just like to know if >anyone has any experience with these units, such as programming >them, and getting all of the features to work that are not in >the manual. I've used IC-V68 over a year and I think it is good but not great, if you want a copy of the programming manual, send me a e-mail. 73 From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:17 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.antenna Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.inc.net!news.sol.net!spool.mu.edu!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!agis!gatech2!pirates!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!swrinde!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netcom.com!charles1 From: charles1@netcom.com (charles copeland) Subject: J POLE ANTENNA PLANS Message-ID: Organization: NETCOM On-line Communication Services (408 261-4700 guest) Date: Thu, 9 Nov 1995 21:08:59 GMT Lines: 125 Sender: charles1@netcom6.netcom.com Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21286 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17004 From: N6DCD@KB7WE.#WWA.WA.USA.NOAM (packet) THE "WATER PIPE" J-POLE ANTENNA for UHF-VHF frequencies ÉÍÍ» P A R T S L I S T ÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ ÌÍ͹ ÚÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ¿ ³ º°°º ³QTY³ NOMENCLATURE ³ ³ º°°º ÃÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´ ³ º°°º ³ 1 ³ length W x 1/2" copper pipe ³ ³ º°°º ÃÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´ ³ º°°º ³ 1 ³ length X x 1/2" copper pipe ³ ³ º°°º ÃÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´ ³ º°°º ³ 1 ³ length Y x 1/2" copper pipe ³ ³ º°°º Detail ÃÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´ ³ º°°º A ³ 1 ³ length Z x 1/2" copper pipe ³ X º°°º ÉÍÍ» ÃÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´ ³ º°°º ÌÍ͹ ÄÄÄÄÄ ³ 1 ³ elbow, 1/2" copper ³ ³ º°°º º°°º ³ ÃÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´ ³ º°°º º°°º ³ ³ 1 ³ tee, 1/2" copper ³ ³ º°°º º°°º ³ ÃÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´ ³ ÄÂÄ ÇÄÄп ÚÂÐÄĶÄÄÄ ³ ³ 2 ³ pipe hanger, copper (#1) ³ ³ ³ ÇÄÄÒÁÙ ÀÁÒÄĶ ³ Y ÃÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´ ³ V º°°º º°°º U ³ ³ 3 ³ cap, end, copper ³ ³ ³ º°°º º°°º ³ ³ ÃÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´ ³ ÄÁÄ ÌÍ͹ ÌÍ͹ÄÄÄ ³ ³ 1 ³ screw, brass, 6-32 x 1/2" ³ ³ º°°ÈËÍÍÍÍÍÍÍ˼°°º ³ ÃÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´ ÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ º°°°º°°°°°°°º°°°º ÄÄÄÄÄ ³ 1 ³ nut, brass, 6-32 ³ ³ º°°ÉÊÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÊÍÍͼ ÃÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ´ ³ ÌÍ͹ ³as ³ miscellaneous tools, torch, ³ ³ º°°º³<Ä W Ä>³ ³req³ solder, coax cable, etc. ³ ³ º°°º ÀÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÙ ³ º°°º (#1) Hose clamps or plastic tie- ³ º°°º wraps may be substituted. Z º°°º ³ º°°º ³ º°°º ³ º°°º DETAIL A ³ º°°º ÚÄÄ¿ ³ º°°º À¿ÚÙ 6-32 trimmer ÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ ÌÍ͹ ô adjustment ÈÍͼ ô ÀÙ ÉÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍ» º ÚÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄ¿ º Nut soldered inside cap º ÀÄÄNUTÄÄÄÙ º after hole is drilled in º º cap for adjusting screw ÚÄÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄ¿ Frequency³ W ³ X ³ Y ³ Z ³ U ³ V ³ Dimension Chart ÚÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´ ³146 Mhz ³ 1.0" ³ 40.5"³20.25"³ 30" ³ 2.0" ³ 2.0" ³ for calculations ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´ of 1/2 wave ant. ³220 Mhz ³ .75" ³ 26.5"³13.25"³ 20" ³ 1.25"³ 1.25"³ ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´ ³440 Mhz ³ 3/8" ³ 13.5"³ 6.75"³ 10" ³ .75" ³ .75" ³ ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´ ³Formula ³ .5" ³ 492 ³ X ³ at ³ 1" ³ 1" ³ ³ ³ per ³ ---- ³ - ³ least³ per ³ per ³ ³ ³meter ³ Fmhz ³ 2 ³ 1/4 ³ meter³ meter³ ³ ÚÄÄÄÄÙ of ³ ³ ³wavel.³ of ³ of ³ ³ ³ wavelength³ ³ ³ ³wavel.³wavel.³ ÀÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÙ THE "WATER PIPE" J-POLE ANTENNA for UHF-VHF frequencies ASSEMBLY: Assemble as shown in diagram 1. USING DETAIL A : Drill a hole in the top of the cup slightly larger than the 6-32 screw. Solder the nut inside the cap, checking alignment so that the screw can be turned in/out (up/down) for SWR trimming. 2. To maintain portability, install a PL-259 on the end of a 4-foot piece of RG-58 coax. On the other end, strip approximately 2 inches of braid back from the center conductor. Bare about 1/2 inch of the center conductor. 3. Temporarily attach the center conductor to the pipe at dimension U, using the hanger (or clamp). Temporarily attach the shield to the pipe at dimension V. Center the tuning adjuster. 4. Tune for lowest SWR by moving the braid and conductor up and down the pipe. When lowest SWR is obtained, mark the pipe and drill two small holes at those locations. Using a center punch, dimple those holes inward. This gives a tapered hole for self-tapping screws. 5. Secure the center conductor and the braid to the pipes, using a self- tapping screw in the dimpled holes. Solder them to the pipe. 6. Clean and paint the antenna if desired. White paint minimizes expansion and contraction. 7. Route the coax and tape it to the mast to make it look neat. 8. When (as close as possible) you have the antenna in it's proper place, adjust the VSWR as close to 1.1:1 as possible, using the adjusting screw. NOTE: While theoretically a J-Pole is an omnidirectional antenna, You may find (many of us have) that it does have a small amount of directivity. Rotating it while checking field strength may prove interesting. ÚÄÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄÂÄÄÄÄÄÄ¿ Frequency³ W ³ X ³ Y ³ Z ³ U ³ V ³ Dimension Chart ÚÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´ ³146 Mhz ³ 2.0" ³ 58" ³ 19.5"³ 42.5"³ 2.0" ³ 2.0" ³ for calculations ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´ of 3/4 wave ant. ³220 Mhz ³ 1.25"³ 38" ³ 13" ³ 25" ³ 1.25"³ 1.25"³ ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´ ³440 Mhz ³ .75" ³ 19" ³ 6.5" ³ 13" ³ .75" ³ .75" ³ ÃÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄÅÄÄÄÄÄÄ´ ³Formula ³ 1" ³ 3/4 ³ 1/4 ³ at ³ 1" ³ 1" ³ ³ ³ per ³ of ³ of ³ least³ per ³ per ³ ³ ³meter ³wavel.³wavel.³ 1/4 ³ meter³ meter³ ³ ÚÄÄÄÄÙ of ³ ³ ³wavel.³ of ³ of ³ ³ ³ wavelength³ ³ ³ ³wavel.³wavel.³ ÀÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÁÄÄÄÄÄÄÙ From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:18 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!simtel!swidir.switch.ch!scsing.switch.ch!news.belwue.de!news.uni-ulm.de!rz.uni-karlsruhe.de!news.uni-stuttgart.de!moritz From: moritz@ipers1.e-technik.uni-stuttgart.de () Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.antenna Subject: Re: J POLE ANTENNA PLANS Date: 10 Nov 1995 11:48:41 GMT Organization: Comp.Center (RUS), U of Stuttgart, FRG Lines: 38 Message-ID: <47ve6p$3pm@info4.rus.uni-stuttgart.de> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: ipers1.e-technik.uni-stuttgart.de Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21302 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17020 In article , charles copeland wrote: Hello, This is a very detailed description, which will surely inspire many newcommers to build their own antenna. But particularily for this reason, the shortcommings should be pointed out: Although copper tubing is quite cheap, when you add up the price for all the bits... Not to speak of the additional material needed to weatherproof the upen coax feed. (a gp from simple stiff copper wire on a coax socket and plug is better in this respect) >6. Clean and paint the antenna if desired. White paint minimizes expansion >and contraction. Well, the author seems to believe that thermal expansion matters for such an antenna. It is not. >7. Route the coax and tape it to the mast to make it look neat. He does not realize that the feed line can interact wit the stub, and therefore it should be brought out at a right angle. >NOTE: While theoretically a J-Pole is an omnidirectional antenna, You may >find (many of us have) that it does have a small amount of directivity. >Rotating it while checking field strength may prove interesting. Theoretically the J-Pole is an antenna which requires a *symmetric* feed. Using it without a balun does create problems, although not always noticed. 73, Moritz DL5UH From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:19 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!x15.pilot.net!news-out.internetmci.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.flinet.com!news1.inlink.com!usenet From: raiar@inlink.com (Gary V. Deutschmann, Sr.) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.antenna Subject: Re: J POLE ANTENNA Questions Date: Fri, 10 Nov 1995 15:09:50 GMT Organization: Inlink Lines: 32 Message-ID: <47vpon$l05@news1.inlink.com> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: slip25.inlink.com X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21300 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17014 charles1@netcom.com (charles copeland) wrote: >In article , >charles copeland wrote: >> >>From: N6DCD@KB7WE.#WWA.WA.USA.NOAM (packet) >I have two questions about making a J pole. >1) The plans show that the entire J is made of copper with >no insulating material between the two legs. The antenna >connects between the two legs. Wouldn't this short out >the transmitter? At DC YES, But at VHF/UHF Frequencies, anything below the connect point is invisible to the radio. Many dipoles use a shorted tuning stub even on HF antennas! >2) How does a J pole rate with other antennas? 1/4 wave ground plane? A standard J-Pole is a single 1/2 wavelength element, or twice that of a 1/4 wavelength antenna. A STACKED J-Pole are two 1/2 wavelength antennas in phase, or four times that of a 1/4 wavelength antenna. A MIRROR Image J-Pole is effectually three 1/2 wavelengths long or six times a 1/4 wavelength antenna. Gary - KG0ZP From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:20 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!simtel!chi-news.cic.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!EU.net!Portugal.EU.net!news.rccn.net!titan.ci.ua.pt!usenet From: Alexandre Manuel Mota Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: KENWOOD R-300 SCHEMATICS WANTED Date: 7 Nov 1995 17:01:53 GMT Organization: Universidade de Aveiro Lines: 9 Message-ID: <47o3e1$1ve@titan.ci.ua.pt> NNTP-Posting-Host: inst03.det.ua.pt Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) I need the schematics of the Kenwood R-300 receiver. Plasea conbtact me. I will support every expense. Thanks. Alexandre Mota - CT4OL From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:21 1995 Path: news.epix.net!usenet From: kleerdex@epix.net (Vic Klein) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Kenwood Repairs Date: 10 Nov 1995 15:28:34 GMT Organization: Kleerdex Company Lines: 6 Message-ID: <47vr32$amd@guava.epix.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: shckppp42.epix.net X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.92.2 I have a Kenwood TM-221 that has been mobile for 8 years and starting to get a bit flaky. I'd like to send it to Kenwood, but have no experience with their repair centers. Any comments out there? Are there other options? =Vic=, WA4THR From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:22 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!EU.net!sun4nl!Utrecht.NL.net!news.molyvos.net!news From: Delmaar Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Kenwood TS-120V PLL Date: Wed, 08 Nov 1995 20:24:46 -0800 Organization: Molyvos Internet Service Provider, Nijmegen, The Netherlands Lines: 7 Message-ID: <30A1828E.6CB@molyvos.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: dg22.molyvos.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 2.0b1 (Windows; I; 16bit) To: all@rec.radio.amateur.equipment -- Has to realign the PLL, has someone procedures and/or suggestions? Thanks in advance! Bert Delmaar, PA3AGW / ON9CDA delmaar@molyvos.net From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:23 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!psgrain!news.uoregon.edu!news.corpcomm.net!newstand.syr.edu!newsfeed.cit.cornell.edu!newsstand.cit.cornell.edu!news.kei.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!uwm.edu!cs.utexas.edu!news.ti.com!usenet From: fitr%mimi@magic.itg.ti.com (J.Fitter BV/N0IAT) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: knwd ts-520s (tube finals) min plate current/max rf power ? Date: 7 Nov 1995 01:23:25 GMT Organization: Texas Instruments Asia, Semiconductor Finance Lines: 7 Message-ID: <47mced$rf8@tilde.csc.ti.com> References: <47ldak$81@sanews.uswc.uswest.com> <47lose$3hn@ncar.ucar.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: 137.167.36.115 Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.2 Peak the grid and dip the plate....this usually equates to full (or nearly full) output. Is your VSWR low on 20, 15 , and 10 or are you tuning into a 50 ohm load? 73. Joe From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:24 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!news.interlog.com!ra.isisnet.com!news From: billmcf@isisnet.com (Bill McFadden) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Logging Program Date: Sat, 11 Nov 1995 02:56:01 GMT Organization: isis, Incorporated Lines: 17 Message-ID: <480l90$m3p@ra.isisnet.com> References: <47ujbd$7cd@daily-planet.execpc.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: hfx-p23.isisnet.com X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 "Darryl Goebel, CCP" wrote: >What's the best windows-based logging program around? Hello Darryl. I don't use a windows based logging program but I am using a dos based program that I am using in windows along with host master. I have looked at several logging programs and I really enjoy using this one. It looks after the various awards and has a setup so that you set it up for generic awards You can download it from KD7P's BBS at 360-653-9652. I think it is around $40 US to register. Best Forty bucks I have ever spent. From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:24 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.socketis.net!cl001 From: dgallego@socketis.net (David L. Gallego) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Looking for amat. radio group near Columbia MO Date: Tue, 07 Nov 95 04:33:16 GMT Organization: SOCKET Internet Services Lines: 6 Message-ID: <47mrtv$nm4@news.socketis.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: cl001.socketis.net X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #4 Any one know of an amateur radio group near the Columbia/Jeff City Missouri region. Please email me at dgallego@socketis.net Thanks David From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:25 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: fdj2@aol.com (Fdj2) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: lOOKING FOR HAM MAILING LISTS Date: 10 Nov 1995 17:38:42 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 7 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <480k9i$56j@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: fdj2@aol.com (Fdj2) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com hi, I'm new to the net and was wondering if there were any mailing lists for ham radio. Let me know. Thanks, FDJ2@aol.com From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:26 1995 Newsgroups: misc.industry.electronics.marketplace,sci.electronics.equipment,sci.electronics.misc,sci.electronics,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,sci.engr.mech,rec.crafts.misc,rec.crafts.metalworking Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.umbc.edu!eff!news.duke.edu!news.mathworks.com!gatech2!pirates!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!swrinde!cs.utexas.edu!math.ohio-state.edu!uwm.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!uchinews!gw2.att.com!oucsboss!bobcat!kinsler From: kinsler@bobcat.ent.ohiou.edu (Mark Kinsler ) Subject: Re: Looking for manual sheet metal bending BRAKES X-Nntp-Posting-Host: bobcat.ent.ohiou.edu Message-ID: Sender: postmaster@bobcat.ent.ohiou.edu X-Nntp-Posting-Date: Sat Nov 11 01:50:08 1995 Organization: Ohio University, College of Engineerng & Technology References: <47u9gu$kes@gap.cco.caltech.edu> Date: Sat, 11 Nov 1995 06:50:09 GMT Lines: 23 Xref: news.epix.net sci.electronics.equipment:48 sci.electronics:159144 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21319 sci.engr.mech:20654 rec.crafts.misc:15518 rec.crafts.metalworking:19366 In article <47u9gu$kes@gap.cco.caltech.edu>, lbliao wrote: >I am looking to buy MANUAL SHEET METAL BENDING BRAKES FROM GEOGRAPHICALLY >NEARBY LOCATION. Preferably used and cheap ones. >I am also looking for slow speed foot pedal controllable motors, that are >preferably cheap and off the shelf for some other industry. Apparently Caltech has come up with a new fundraising scheme--instead of a credit card, you get an Internet connection. Only 8 zillion dollars a year, and you also get to hear a speech from the development director. A couple of pointers, though. 1) You are posting on the electronics newsgroup. Most people here aren't as interested in sheet metal work as you are. Please post only on appropriate newsgroups. 2) You would like said sheet metal brake from a "geographically nearby location". This is pretty tough, because nobody knows where you are. I'm guessing that you're in Brazil, but who the hell knows from "Caltech Alumni Association"? M Kinsler From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:27 1995 Newsgroups: misc.industry.electronics.marketplace,sci.electronics.equipment,sci.electronics.misc,sci.electronics,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,sci.engr.mech,rec.crafts.misc,rec.crafts.metalworking Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.umbc.edu!eff!news.duke.edu!news.mathworks.com!gatech2!pirates!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!swrinde!cs.utexas.edu!math.ohio-state.edu!uwm.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!uchinews!gw2.att.com!oucsboss!bobcat!kinsler From: kinsler@bobcat.ent.ohiou.edu (Mark Kinsler ) Subject: Re: Looking for manual sheet metal bending BRAKES X-Nntp-Posting-Host: bobcat.ent.ohiou.edu Message-ID: Sender: postmaster@bobcat.ent.ohiou.edu X-Nntp-Posting-Date: Sat Nov 11 01:52:05 1995 Organization: Ohio University, College of Engineerng & Technology References: <47u9mn$kq9@gap.cco.caltech.edu> Date: Sat, 11 Nov 1995 06:52:06 GMT Lines: 11 Xref: news.epix.net sci.electronics.equipment:50 sci.electronics:159146 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21321 sci.engr.mech:20656 rec.crafts.misc:15520 rec.crafts.metalworking:19368 In article <47u9mn$kq9@gap.cco.caltech.edu>, lbliao wrote: >I am looking to buy MANUAL SHEET METAL BENDING BRAKES FROM GEOGRAPHICALLY >NEARBY LOCATION. Preferably used and cheap ones. > >I am also looking for slow speed foot pedal controllable motors, that are >preferably cheap and off the shelf for some other industry. And (3) Don't send duplicate posts. From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:28 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!noc.netcom.net!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!news.mathworks.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.msfc.nasa.gov!elroy.jpl.nasa.gov!lll-winken.llnl.gov!uwm.edu!fnnews.fnal.gov!nntp-server.caltech.edu!lbliao From: lbliao@alumni.caltech.edu (lbliao) Newsgroups: misc.industry.electronics.marketplace,sci.electronics.equipment,sci.electronics.misc,sci.electronics,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,la.forsale,ca.forsale,misc.forsale.computers.pc-specific.systems,sci.engr.mech Subject: Looking to purchase a COIL WINDING machine Date: 7 Nov 1995 16:07:51 GMT Organization: California Institute of Technology, Alumni Association Lines: 8 Message-ID: <47o08n$2d7@gap.cco.caltech.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: alumni.caltech.edu Xref: news.epix.net sci.electronics.equipment:6 sci.electronics:158712 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21193 la.forsale:13248 ca.forsale:15258 misc.forsale.computers.pc-specific.systems:10431 sci.engr.mech:20553 I am looking to purchase a coil winding machine. Please contact via email. Thanks a lot! lbliao From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:29 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!agate!newsxfer.itd.umich.edu!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!news.mathworks.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!inet-nntp-gw-1.us.oracle.com!nntp-hub.barrnet.net!rmstar.efi.com!bdt.com!news.zeitgeist.net!news.zoom.com!usenet From: Ranen Chakravorty Newsgroups: misc.industry.electronics.marketplace,sci.electronics.equipment,sci.electronics.misc,sci.electronics,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,la.forsale,ca.forsale,misc.forsale.computers.pc-specific.systems,sci.engr.mech Subject: Re: Looking to purchase a COIL WINDING machine Date: 9 Nov 1995 23:17:18 GMT Organization: Zoom.Com Information Services, Inc. Lines: 5 Message-ID: <47u25u$7oi@stealth.romoidoy.com> References: <47o08n$2d7@gap.cco.caltech.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: 206.14.92.45 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2 (Windows; U; 16bit) To: lbliao@alumni.caltech.edu Xref: news.epix.net sci.electronics.equipment:33 sci.electronics:158989 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21279 la.forsale:13300 ca.forsale:15336 misc.forsale.computers.pc-specific.systems:10518 sci.engr.mech:20620 I subscribe to a magazine titled "Coil winding international". I do not have it handy right now. If there is any particular make you are looking for let me know via return mail. I'll look it up. Ranen From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:30 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!wave.news.pipex.net!pipex!dish.news.pipex.net!pipex!bt!btnet!newsfeed.internetmci.com!gatech2!pirates!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!swrinde!cs.utexas.edu!news.ti.com!usenet From: fitr%mimi@magic.itg.ti.com (Joe Fitter BV/N0IAT) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: MFJ "QRP" Antenna Tuner Date: 10 Nov 1995 05:42:04 GMT Organization: Taipei, TAIWAN R.O.C Lines: 19 Message-ID: <47uonc$m43@tilde.csc.ti.com> Reply-To: joentam@transend.com.tw NNTP-Posting-Host: 137.167.36.115 Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.2 Hi folks, Have any of you used the MFJ antenna tuner that matches the 90xx series of QRP rigs? It's designed with the QRP enthusiast in mind, but apparently will handle up to 200 watts without problem. Any thoughts or comments? Price is $89 list from MFJ. Having had some MFJ stuff that's good and other stuff that's junk, I'd be interested in learning about this product. How's the meter accuracy, tuning range, construction, etc? thanks and 73, Joe BV/N0IAT Ex. 7J1AOF(Japan) KA0ZDH(novice) YU3/N0IAT(Slovenia) Licensed Radio Amateur since 1986 //comments are mine only From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:31 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.Edu.TW!news.cc.nctu.edu.tw!serv.HiNet.net!news.uoregon.edu!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.msfc.nasa.gov!pendragon.jsc.nasa.gov!ames!hpg30a.csc.cuhk.hk!hkusuc.hku.hk!hkuxb.hku.hk!usenet From: Tony Yu Subject: Mod of Icom handheld IC-V68 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Message-ID: To: 75540.525@compuserve.com Sender: usenet@hkuxb.hku.hk (USENET News System) Nntp-Posting-Host: d178.ppp.hku.hk Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Organization: The University of Hong Kong Mime-Version: 1.0 Date: Wed, 8 Nov 1995 04:15:06 GMT X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) Lines: 5 Is there a mod for the 2m Icom handheld IC-V68 about the mic gain and the Pulse control squelch. The mic gain of IC-V68 always overload the other handheld and the pulse control squelch make noise after received a weak signals. From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:31 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!braintree!news.concourse.com!ragnarok.oar.net!malgudi.oar.net!catseye.bluemarble.net!usenet.ucs.indiana.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!howland.reston.ans.net!newsjunkie.ans.net!inet.d48.lilly.com!inet.d48.lilly.com!nntp Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: MODS for IC-2350H Message-ID: <1995Nov8.143132.6770@inet.d48.lilly.com> From: galdridg@iquest.net (Greg Aldridge) Date: Wed, 08 Nov 1995 19:31:26 GMT Distribution: world Nntp-Posting-Host: ehss13.d52.lilly.com X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Lines: 6 I have been told by ICOM that the mods for the IC-2340H will not work for the IC-2350H. However, many radio dealers have told me just the opposite. Does anyone know about this or have actual mods for the IC-2350H? I would appreciate any help on this. From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:32 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!torn!nott!crc-news.doc.ca!netfs.dnd.ca!ub!news.kei.com!simtel!lll-winken.llnl.gov!uwm.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!newsrelay.iastate.edu!hobbes.physics.uiowa.edu!cobra.uni.edu!*Chris Conklin Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Motorola Micors on 902 ? Conversion info? Message-ID: <1995Nov5.223213.50378@cobra.uni.edu> From: Conklin@Forbin.com (Chris Conkln) Date: 5 Nov 95 22:32:12 -0600 Nntp-Posting-Host: nas2-10.dialup.uni.edu X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #3 Lines: 7 Anyone have any advice/experience to impart on converting either Micors mobiles or Mitrek mobiles from 851-866 to 902-928. Please reply to: Conklin@forbin.com Thanks in advance, Chris Conklin, N0PAV From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:33 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.global1.net!usenet From: rxbobxr@globalone.net (bob rx) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Nec Active Color Matrix Laptop For Sale Date: 8 Nov 1995 22:51:26 GMT Organization: Global One, Inc Lines: 6 Message-ID: <47rc9e$1ge@news.global1.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: slip8.global1.net X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.92.6+ Hi -- have a NEC 386 laptop -=- 2 megs of ram 80 meg Harddrive -- with dos 6.2 and windows 3.1-- 1.44 meg floppy and connections for printer -LPT1- com 1-ps2 mouse external monitor -external floppy- ACTIVE MATRIX COLOR monitor -- no battery but have power supply and battery charger-- many programs also -- will sell for $ 550.00 with shipping UPS BROWN included -- sell mail or call after 6PM est 518-399-3639- Thanks for reading From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:34 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!gate.net!not-for-mail From: blackie@news.gate.net (Blackie Lawless) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Need advice on Yaesu FT227R Date: 10 Nov 1995 13:56:00 -0500 Organization: CyberGate Lines: 16 Message-ID: <480780$1g51@seminole.gate.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: seminole.gate.net X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] I own a two meter rig that I bought back in the late 70's. My problem is that when I try to transmit, the digital display goes blank and nothing happens. Prior to this I noticed a progressive power decline when in the hight power (10watts) mode. I am wondering if anybody knows where I can get it repaired and if it is even worth it. Somebody told me to send it to Yaesu, but when I called I was told that the charges are 50 bucks an hour just to diagnose the problem. I only payed about 250 bucks for it brand new and don't want to spend that much to get if fixed. Has anybody else had this problem, and is there any clues as to where to start looking to diagnose? If it is a potientially large repair bill, I will just chuck it in the gagbage and get a new rig. Thanks From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:35 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!news.cs.utah.edu!dog.ee.lbl.gov!ihnp4.ucsd.edu!news1.ucsd.edu!news-mail-gateway From: ea2abj@jet.ES (Antonio Guerrero Esquina) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Need Alinco ALR205E manual Date: 8 Nov 95 10:26:37 GMT Organization: ucsd usenet gateway Lines: 23 Message-ID: <19951108102634058.AAB178@GAS-3.JET.ES> NNTP-Posting-Host: ucsd.edu Originator: daemon@ucsd.edu Hallo everybody, and thanks for read this msg ,-> A bougth a Alinco ALR205E last month, here in my city, but I have a problem to get th licence. The transceiver have a some years, and my friend losts the diagrams.Then, please, if you have a equal transceiver send me the diagrams to leality it, thanks. I pay the send. And excuse me for my poor english. VITORIA 7/11/95 at 22:57 _____________________________________ ________ Tony Guerrero Esquina | AX25Net : EA2ABJ@EA2RCF.EAVI.ESP.EU | Apdo 677 CP 01080 | AMPRNet : ea2abj@ea2abj.ampr.org [44.133.01.32] | VITORIA ( ALAVA ) | E-mail : ea2abj@jet.es | SPAIN |_Excuse me for my poor English. __________________| From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:36 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!soap.news.pipex.net!pipex!dish.news.pipex.net!pipex!bt!btnet!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!news.jmls.edu!hunter.premier.net!usenet From: lhebert@premier.net (FASTCRUSR) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Need info on how to program Yaesu FT-208R HT Date: 9 Nov 1995 03:01:58 GMT Organization: Premier One Lines: 7 Message-ID: <47rqv6$afk@hunter.premier.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: lhebert.dialup.premier.net X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.92.6+ I have a Yeasu FT-208R HT. I don't have a manual and can't figure out how to program new frequencies into memory. Can anybody help? Thanks! Lloyd KB5TQE From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:37 1995 Path: news.epix.net!smackay From: smackay@news.epix.net () Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Need info on how to program Yaesu FT-208R HT Date: 10 Nov 1995 05:14:06 GMT Organization: epix.net Lines: 15 Message-ID: <47un2u$sh4@guava.epix.net> References: <47rqv6$afk@hunter.premier.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: mango.epix.net X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Lloyd, As of a year ago, YAESU would still sell you a "208 manual. If thats not an option for you, drop me an e-mail and I'll extract what you need. My '208 has been a relly solid rig. 73 Scott W7GSM FASTCRUSR (lhebert@premier.net) wrote: : I have a Yeasu FT-208R HT. I don't have a manual and can't figure out : how to program new frequencies into memory. Can anybody help? : Thanks! : Lloyd : KB5TQE From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:38 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.accessone.com!flowmole.accessone.com!user From: lube@accessone.com (Michael D. Lubrecht) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Need Info: ICOM IC-W31a Date: 9 Nov 1995 19:57:17 GMT Organization: FlowMole Environmental Services Lines: 16 Message-ID: References: NNTP-Posting-Host: flowmole.accessone.com In article , Keith@unix.asb.com (Keith Knipschild - LI ,N.Y ) wrote: > Iam interested in the ICOM IC-31a HT, I checked it out at a local > HamFest, and was impressed with the UHF Reciever , especially > out of band ( 478MHZ ) > > Are there any MODs Yet for this Radio, ( TX on Extended UHF) There's a hardware mod for extended TX (I *think* it's removing diode W21 - but would have to check). Extended RX is to hold down "B" and "#" for about 2 secs. on power on. Standard disclaimers apply. Mike From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:38 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!agate!newsxfer.itd.umich.edu!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: dtrudell@aol.com (DTrudell) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Need manual for UNIQUE Wire Tuner Date: 10 Nov 1995 07:57:37 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 9 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <47vi81$jk6@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: dtrudell@aol.com (DTrudell) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com I just bought a Unique Wire Tuner at a local swap meet but did not recieve a manual with it. I would appreciate any help in obtaining a copy of the manual and would be willing to reimburse anyone for the cost of copying the manual Thanks, Dick W1AUZ email: DTrudell@AOL.com From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:39 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.inc.net!news.sol.net!spool.mu.edu!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!emi.com!crier.knighted.com!knighted.com!yingst From: yingst@knighted.com (Harry Yingst) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Need Mods For Icom IC-736 Date: 7 Nov 1995 00:07:59 GMT Organization: Knighted Computers Lines: 33 Message-ID: <47m80v$5fs@crier.knighted.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: knighted.com X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Does anyone have any mods for the ICOM IC-736? I'm looking for a way to turn the pre-amp back on below 1.6 Mhz. Icom turns it off even though it the light says it's on. I would like to listen for some lowfer stations 1750 meter band (160-190 kc. 1 watt into a 50 ft antenna). I'm also looking for a way to improve the recieve audio. The recieve audio sounds flat and distant, lacking highs & lows. With the notch filter ON the audio sounds a little better, but it still could use some improvement. They re-shape the audio through the notch filter, and it actually has a nicer sound with the notch filter on (Has more highs & lows). I had a IC-737 that had the same problem with the audio, just not sounding quite right. I am also interested in any other mods for the Icom IC-736. Please send any replies to yingst@knighted.com Note: If you post a reply into this newsgroup I proably wont get it, my internet provider only holds news for 1 day. Thank You. Harry N6VUJ From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:41 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!spool.mu.edu!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!news.uoregon.edu!news.emf.net!gatech!psuvax1!uwm.edu!chi-news.cic.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!emi.com!crier.knighted.com!knighted.com!yingst From: yingst@knighted.com (Harry Yingst) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Need Mods For Icom IC-736 Date: 8 Nov 1995 01:11:53 GMT Organization: Knighted Computers Lines: 38 Message-ID: <47p04p$bga@crier.knighted.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: knighted.com Keywords: Mods X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Does anyone have any mods for the ICOM IC-736? I'm looking for a way to turn the pre-amp back on below 1.6 Mhz. Icom turns it off even though it the light says it's on. I would like to listen for some lowfer stations 1750 meter band (160-190 kc. 1 watt into a 50 ft antenna). I'm also looking for a way to improve the recieve audio. The recieve audio sounds flat and distant, lacking highs & lows. With the notch filter ON the audio sounds a little better, but it still could use some improvement. They re-shape the audio through the notch filter, and it actually has a nicer sound with the notch filter on (Has more highs & lows). I had a IC-737 that had the same problem with the audio, just not sounding quite right. I am also interested in any other mods for the Icom IC-736. Please send any replies to yingst@knighted.com Note: If you post a reply into this newsgroup I proably wont get it, my internet provider only holds news for 1 day. Thank You. Harry N6VUJ From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:42 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.clark.net!rahul.net!a2i!bug.rahul.net!a2i!genmagic!sgigate.sgi.com!swrinde!sdd.hp.com!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!uwm.edu!chi-news.cic.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!news.ssd.intel.com!chnews!vegas.ch.intel.com!cmoore From: cmoore@vegas.ch.intel.com (Cecil A. Moore~) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Need Mods For Icom IC-736 Date: 8 Nov 1995 21:06:51 GMT Organization: Intel Corporation, Chandler, AZ Lines: 12 Distribution: world Message-ID: <47r65b$vng@chnews.ch.intel.com> References: <47m80v$5fs@crier.knighted.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: vegas.ch.intel.com In article <47m80v$5fs@crier.knighted.com>, Harry Yingst wrote: >I'm looking for a way to turn the pre-amp back on below 1.6 Mhz. Hi Harry, in general, a pre-amp will not help below 1.6 MHz because it amplifies atmospheric noise just as much as the signal. At that frequency, you can sometimes improve your SNR by bypassing all your RF pre-amps and going directly to the first mixer. If your noise level is higher than your signal level, all the pre-amps in the world won't help matters. 73, Cecil, KG7BK, OOTC (not speaking for my employer) From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:42 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!EU.net!dkuug!cph-1.news.DK.net!dknet!Norway.EU.net!telepost.no!nntp-oslo.UNINETT.no!nntp-trd.UNINETT.no!stud.hials.no!iaa From: iaa@stud.hials.no (Ivar Aarsnes) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: New ham-radio Homepage! Date: 8 Nov 1995 10:01:35 GMT Organization: H|gskolen i ]lesund Lines: 8 Message-ID: <47pv5v$5ae@doffen.uninett.no> NNTP-Posting-Host: postkontor.stud.hials.no X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] I have a new homepage dedicated to ham radio on the internet. Fell free to check it out, and if you like, mail me suggestions/new links. The address is : http://stud.hials.no:24892/~iaa/ham.html 73 de Ivar From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:43 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netcom.com!dgf From: dgf@netcom.com (David Feldman) Subject: New production run of Kenwood IF-10B? Message-ID: Organization: Organization? Me? Date: Wed, 8 Nov 1995 21:17:06 GMT Lines: 6 Sender: dgf@netcom14.netcom.com A recent QST article alluded to Kenwood making a "new but limited" production run of the IF10B module for TS940S. The article suggested that dealers would know, but my dealer doesn't know (HRO). Has anyone been able to confirm the details? 73 Dave WB0GAZ dgf@netcom.com From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:44 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.zeitgeist.net!bdt.com!news.ossi.com!agate!howland.reston.ans.net!newsjunkie.ans.net!news.ptd.net!news From: Bill Kirkner Subject: Re: New Radio Shack 2 mtr mobile X-Nntp-Posting-Host: cs1-10.eph.ptd.net Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Message-ID: To: murso@fnalv1.fnal.gov Sender: news@postoffice.ptd.net (News Master) Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Organization: ptd.net References: <1995Nov4.163905.16063@atlas.tntech.edu>,<1995Nov4.164003.16064@atlas.tntech.edu> <47l3vl$qkt@fnnews.fnal.gov> Mime-Version: 1.0 Date: Thu, 9 Nov 1995 05:56:09 GMT X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) Lines: 41 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.swap:50616 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94071 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21258 Hi Mike.. a Friend of mine has this Radio, could you please tell me how to do the odd splits.. Please reply via e-mail .. thanks Bill..73'smurso@fnalv1.fnal.gov (MURSO@fnalv.fnal.gov) wrote: >In article <1995Nov4.164003.16064@atlas.tntech.edu>, jmg@tntech.edu (Jeff Gold) writes: >>Anyone know anything about the new Radio Shack 2 meter mobile >>rigs. They are on sale for $299 now and it sure looked good. >>wonder who really makes it and how it compares to the other >>current 2 meter mobile on the market. >>73 >> >>Jeff, AC4HF > >Jeff, > I have had an HTX-212 almost since they came out. It has a few quirks >that are just slightly annoying (You can't save out of band freq - like the >weather broadcasts in memory.) I have had no problem and it is very easy to >set up a repeater freq into memory. Even the odd splits (my home repeater has >a 1.08M split) are not a problem. It does CTCSS both directions out of the box >(Read no add-on board). It has good audio and a 30 memory selection is plenty >for me. You do have to "OPEN UP" the transmit and receive (it is still in band >however) to use many of the repeater that use a lower than RS allowed transmit. >I talked to customer service and their response was that it was intentional and >done to go along with a "gentlemens aggreement" on bandplan. The 10 watt low >is a little higher power than I would like and the 45 high power is fine. The >Squelch is a little wierd in the setting. 50% - 12 o'clock is just S1 on my >radio. It is very hard to squelch out a moderate signal. > All in all I would buy another for my wife, but I want to wait for the >rumored "dual-band" mobile (and give my wife the 2m unit!) > Mike KB9KFE -- "Bill Kirkner" (billk@postoffice.ptd.net) (n3pzabill@aol.com) (n3pza@n3pza.ampr.org) AMPRnet (n3pza@wb3fqy.#sepa.pa.usa.na) NETROM From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:46 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!oronet!news From: rst-engr@oro.net (Jim Weir) Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: New Radio Shack 2 mtr mobile Date: Fri, 10 Nov 1995 06:46:29 GMT Organization: RST Engineering Lines: 29 Message-ID: <48058h$jc9@hg.oro.net> References: <1995Nov4.163905.16063@atlas.tntech.edu>,<1995Nov4.164003.16064@atlas.tntech.edu> <47l3vl$qkt@fnnews.fnal.gov> NNTP-Posting-Host: rst-engr.oro.net X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.swap:50698 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94124 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21301 Bill Kirkner wrote: >Please reply via e-mail .. [snip in consideration of bandwidth] C'mon fellers. Consider what you are doing when you ask for a reply by email. 1. You are preventing the rest of us who have an interest in this thread from seeing the whole answer -- this strikes me as being somewhat selfish. 2. You are admitting that you don't lurk this group very often and want a personal answer so that you don't have to take up your valuable time reading the newsgroup to pick up your answer. If the question is by newsgroup, the return post should be by newsgroup. Jim Jim Weir VP Engineering | "We seem to be standing on RST Engineering | the foreskin of technology." Grass Valley CA 95945 | (Gen Chuck Yeager) voice/fax 916/272-1432 | rst-engr@oro.net AR Adv WB6BHI CFI A&G/Comml Inst A&G/A&P/C-182A N73CQ From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:47 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!usenet.cis.ufl.edu!caen!newsxfer.itd.umich.edu!news2.acs.oakland.edu!newshub.gmr.com!rcsuna.gmr.com!news From: vbreault@rinhp750.gmr.com (Val Breault) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Opinions on new Radio Shack 2M mobile rig? Date: 10 Nov 1995 19:04:58 GMT Organization: General Motors R&D Center Lines: 54 Distribution: usa Message-ID: References: <1995Nov1.100258.4550@sfov1.verifone.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: rinhp750.gmr.com In-reply-to: david_b3@sfov1.verifone.com's message of Wed, 1 Nov 95 10:02:57 +700 In article <1995Nov1.100258.4550@sfov1.verifone.com> david_b3@sfov1.verifone.com writes: > Any reports -- product reviews or just personal opinions -- on the Radio > Shack 2M mobile rig? I'm personally considering Icom, Yaesu or Kenwood, As most folks on this newsgroup know, I work part-time for Radio Shack. I have for the last three years. In that time no one has ever accused me of being biased toward the company's products. You may however take the following with that proverbial grain of salt. I already have all the 2m radios I can use ("afford" actually) but took one of those radios home for a tryout. I used it in my shack for a weekend and returned it. Not because I didn't like it, I just couldn't justify another radio at the time. My impression was that it's a good value at the regular price and a very good value when it's on sale. It does all the things that the others' do, so there's no "beginners radio" stigma. The HTS-212 goes beyond that by including features that are extra cost accessories on the other radios. It comes with DTMF decode builtin and a multi- function microphone. The tone quality is pretty good. The controls are well laid out and the programming is easy to learn. The display is sharp and bright and the controls are lit. The buttons on the microphone are on the FRONT of the mic where you can read them while talking into it and you're a lot less likely to accidently press one. The radio's construction seems to be a lot like my icom 229H. It's essentially a heatsink with a radio attached to the front. I doubt that you'll have any cooling problems. On the down side, I'd like to have a better audio output system. I drive a noisy old van. The HTX-212 doesn't have any better sound than my icom 229H. It's got the tiny top mounted speaker that can be overdriven when the volume control is turned more than 200 degrees. The transmit audio sounds a little like a DX contesters audio. It seems to lack bass response. It sounds a little "bright". It's a matter of taste and is not a big deal in my book. In the several months since it came on the market I have not heard of one case where someone was dissatisfied with one. Since folks here are pretty quick to complain I guess that means it's pretty good. I think you ought to add Radio Shack to your list. I've captured a few comments from the net. I'll send those to your Email address. Please let us know of your decision. -- Val Breault vbreault@gmr.com \ /| ars N8OEF GM R&D Center - instrumentation dept. \ / | pres GM ARC My opinions are not necessarily those \ /__| HF mobile on of GM R&D or of the GM Corporation. \/ |___ 14.200 +/- From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:48 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!EU.net!sun4nl!Utrecht.NL.net!news.molyvos.net!news From: Delmaar Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: PLL of Kenwood TS120V Date: Wed, 08 Nov 1995 20:31:45 -0800 Organization: Molyvos Internet Service Provider, Nijmegen, The Netherlands Lines: 9 Message-ID: <30A18431.39CB@molyvos.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: dg22.molyvos.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 2.0b1 (Windows; I; 16bit) -- Has to realign the PLL of my TS120V. Has someone suggestions or better: procedures? Thanks in advance. Bert Delmaar, PA3AGW / ON9CDA Tubastraat 37 6544 NH Nijmegen delmaar@molyvos.net From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:49 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!malgudi.oar.net!news.erinet.com!netcom.com!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: ke6tgn@ix.netcom.com (Wanda M Desmond ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew Subject: PRC-47 LSB Mod???? Date: 9 Nov 1995 16:50:57 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 10 Message-ID: <47tbhh$nad@ixnews4.ix.netcom.com> References: <47se19$f7k$1@mhadg.production.compuserve.com> <47t6hh$lkq@acme.freenet.columbus.oh.us> NNTP-Posting-Host: bak-ca1-07.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Thu Nov 09 8:50:57 AM PST 1995 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21288 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11489 I read somewhere that a mod for adding LSB to the PRC-47's USB transmit/receive exists. Anyone know anything about this? The name of the company that supplies the kit, parts, schematic, whatever? Thanks!! John KE6TGN Only a Tech, but working on the General . . . From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:50 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.onramp.net!news.mind.net!news.uoregon.edu!mayonews.mayo.edu!newsdist.tc.umn.edu!umn.edu!spool.mu.edu!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!newsstand.cit.cornell.edu!newsfeed.cit.cornell.edu!cornellcs!rochester!rocksanne!news From: norder@scan.mc.xerox.com Subject: Preselector Info Wanted Content-Type: TEXT/PLAIN; charset=US-ASCII Message-ID: Lines: 6 Sender: news@news.wrc.xerox.com Organization: Xerox X-Newsreader: NEWTNews & Chameleon -- TCP/IP for MS Windows from NetManage Mime-Version: 1.0 Date: Tue, 7 Nov 1995 13:15:09 GMT I am in the unfortunate situation of living within 0.5 miles of some very strong AM broadcast stations, which are completely swamping my Kenwood TS850S. Anyone have any experience with the MFJ 1040B "All Band Transceiver/Preselector" or other front-end filtering scheme? 73 de KG2EP (Paul) From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:51 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!noc.netcom.net!news3.noc.netcom.net!ix.netcom.com!howland.reston.ans.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.msfc.nasa.gov!elroy.jpl.nasa.gov!swrinde!cs.utexas.edu!news.ti.com!usenet From: joentam@transend.com.tw (J.Fitter BV/N0IAT) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Q: How is the new IC-706 on CW please??? Date: 9 Nov 1995 06:28:56 GMT Organization: Texas Instruments Lines: 8 Message-ID: <47s738$kui@tilde.csc.ti.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: 137.167.36.115 Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.2 Hi All, Anyone using the IC706 on HF CW? Curious how it works, how's the keying, waveform, keyer, qsk, agc, filters, etc. thanks, Joe From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:51 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!hookup!winternet.com!news.interlog.com!news.dra.com!news.mid.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!IntGame!charnel.ecst.csuchico.edu!csusac!csus.edu!news.ucdavis.edu!tostada.engr.ucdavis.edu!ctbaker From: ctbaker@tostada.engr.ucdavis.edu (shatter) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Q: are there any mods for the FT-51R? Date: 7 Nov 1995 20:18:18 GMT Organization: College of Engineering - University of California - Davis Lines: 9 Message-ID: <47oeua$flh@mark.ucdavis.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: tostada.engr.ucdavis.edu X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] I am thinking of buying a Yaesu FT-51R HT radio and want to know if there are any mods out for it... I have found one of them. Thanks!! Chad Baker PS- Or if the radio is not worth buying let me know!! From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:52 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Radio Shack Frequency Cou From: clint.bradford@woodybbs.com (Clint Bradford) Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!holonet!colossus.holonet.net!wwswinc!clint.bradford Distribution: world Message-ID: <93.9096.7583.0NFBB7A6@woodybbs.com> Date: Wed, 8 Nov 95 23:58:00 -0500 Organization: WoodyWare Software, Inc. - 516-736-6662 Lines: 25 Subject: Radio Shack Frequency Counter >>A while back, someone posted a mod for a frequency hold button for the >>Radio Shack Frequency counter. How to add a hold function to the Radio Shack RF Frequency Counter: Ground TP17. In the schematic, TP17 is pin one of U3, connected to +5V thru a 47k resistor. On the circuit board, TP17 is on the display side, just right of the lower-right corner of the IC. Grounds are about 1/4 inch below and to the right, the three non-tinned points in the large area of metal. I grounded TP17 directly and the display stopped. After lifting the ground, the counter resumed counting at the beginning of a sampling cycle. Personally, I would ground TP17 thru a 1k resistor. I haven't performed the mod to my RS counter, since the pads are VERY small and my fine-tip iron is at work. I will try the 1k Hold mod on Monday and give a report (unless somebody beats me to it). Clint Bradford --- * TLX v4.00 * ATTENTION to Details AMATEUR RADIO BBS - 909/681-6221 þ wcECHO 4.1 ÷ AR-Net: ATTENTION to Details þ Mira Loma, CA þ 909-681-6221 From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:53 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.Edu.TW!news.cc.nctu.edu.tw!serv.HiNet.net!news.uoregon.edu!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!gatech2!pirates!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!swrinde!sdd.hp.com!frankensun.altair.com!simtel!news.kei.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!news.iij.ad.jp!infosphere!usenet From: dballoch@iac.co.jp (David Balloch) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Radius Repeater Date: 10 Nov 1995 01:12:00 GMT Organization: infosphere Lines: 31 Message-ID: <47u8t0$djt@news.sphere.ad.jp> References: <475ba5$hlg@treasure.coastalnet.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: tokyo217.infosphere.or.jp Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: Text/Plain; charset=US-ASCII X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.6 In article <475ba5$hlg@treasure.coastalnet.com>, cn1135@abaco.coastalnet.com says... > >Can a single VHF Motorolla Radius be converted for repeater use? > >Mark Prescott KE4LWP cn1135@abaco.coastalnet.com 919-745-5132(fax) > Unless bright spark in Motorola knows otherwise, the answer is no. Nearly all land mobile rigs use the same PLL for transmit and receive, the VCO's being switched under PTT/CPU control. For a repeater you need both transmit and receive at the same time. One solution is two use two radios, one for TX and the other for RX with some glue logic for COR and ident (as many have done), like the Radius Repeater. The problem is that most mobiles are designed with wideband receiver front ends so that they can do a wide switching bandwidth for multichannel operation. Heavy duty repeaters base stations, on the other hand, usually have a narrow front end with an effective preselector, and are usually only operational on one fixed channel. You could use an external filter with a repeater mad up from two mobiles but by the time you do all of that you might be better to buy a second hand heavy duty repeater. Like most things, it all depends on what you have to hand, how much you are willing to spend and the site you have in mind. 73,s David Balloch From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:55 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!netaxis.com!root From: mlapolt@netaxis.com (Mark LaPolt) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Ramsey FX440 Date: 7 Nov 1995 04:30:53 GMT Organization: Your Organization Lines: 12 Message-ID: <47mndt$8qd@henry.netaxis.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: du51.netaxis.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: Text/Plain; charset=US-ASCII X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.6 Has anyone out there received satisfactory results with the Ramsey FX440 transceiver kit? I built one, but once completed, I noticed a plethora of ploblems. For instance, the microphone amp not working, the VCO being VERY susceptable to 'mechanical' noise (i.e. touching the board with an insulated tweaker), no power out, and lousy sensitivity. I thought I did a pretty decent job assembing this thing, but either I'm WAY off in my assembly techniques, or the kit's not what it's cracked up to be. I'm going to start troubleshooting the rig this week (I hope), and will keep any interested parties up to date. mlapolt@netaxis.com Mark LaPolt N1UNE From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:56 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!simtel!oleane!jussieu.fr!rain.fr!world-net!usenet From: wandal@world-net.sct.fr (wandal) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Siemens Date: 9 Nov 1995 21:39:20 GMT Organization: Your Organization Lines: 3 Message-ID: <47tse8$7ip@aldebaran.sct.fr> NNTP-Posting-Host: client134.sct.fr Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: Text/Plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.5 Anyone out there tried the Siemens shortwave receiver????? I'd appreciate any information about it. From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:56 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!gatech!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: nepaleduc@aol.com (Nepal educ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Standard C508a mods? Date: 7 Nov 1995 05:13:19 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 13 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <47nbfv$hge@newsbf02.news.aol.com> References: <47is09$lk0@kaiwan.kaiwan.com> Reply-To: nepaleduc@aol.com (Nepal educ) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com Dear Manny, I have the Artsci mod book that includes the C108A, the C508A's, 2m only, little brother. This mod is simplicity itself - remove diode "B" - a diode that is line with two ICs adjacent to the microprocessor. Is your C508A mod this simple? Please let me know as I need to be able to transmit below 438MHz legally on trips to the UK! Thanks, Rob ZL2AXQ From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:57 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.msfc.nasa.gov!elroy.jpl.nasa.gov!lll-winken.llnl.gov!uwm.edu!cs.utexas.edu!news.ti.com!usenet From: fitr%mimi@magic.itg.ti.com (J.Fitter BV/N0IAT) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Stateside QSL manager Date: 8 Nov 1995 10:51:56 GMT Organization: Texas Instruments Asia, Semiconductor Finance Lines: 28 Message-ID: <47q24c$e71@tilde.csc.ti.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: 137.167.36.115 Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.2 I'd post this in the rec.radio.misc, but my news server does not carry that newsgroup yet. I'm looking for someone interested in being a stateside QSL manager for me; to handle my cards for the upcoming contest season and possible a few mini-DXpeditions planned toward the end of this year. If anyone is interested in handling my logs/cards, I can send them via internet / ascii format and have some cards printed and sent to your QTH. No experience necessary! In fact, this would be ideal for a newcomer to learn about the QSL/DXing process. Probably wont be a major deal, but I've had troubles sending outgoing cards from my QTH due rising cost. Please EMAIL to: joentam@transend.com.tw if interested -- 73 from Joe BV2/N0IAT Taipei, Taiwan R.O.C. Ex. 7J1AOF(Japan) KA0ZDH(novice) YU3/N0IAT(Slovenia) Licensed Radio Amateur since 1986 //comments are mine only joentam@transend.com.tw From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:58 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!bcm.tmc.edu!news.msfc.nasa.gov!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!simtel!news00.sunet.se!sunic!news99.sunet.se!news1.transpac.net!news2.transpac.net!news.tripnet.se!news From: Ulf.Lange@tripnet.se (Ulf Lange) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Transverter 28 MHz to 144 MHz Date: 7 Nov 1995 17:58:54 GMT Organization: Tripnet AB Lines: 7 Message-ID: <47o6ou$6go@minox.tripnet.se> NNTP-Posting-Host: styx5.tripnet.se Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: Text/Plain; charset=US-ASCII X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.6 Is there any European or US company, respectively, manufacturing or selling a reasonably priced 28 MHz to 144 MHz transverter? Please, reply via e-mail to Ulf.Lange@space.se 73's de SM6FYQ Ulf From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:02:59 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.kreonet.re.kr!news.dacom.co.kr!newsfeed.internetmci.com!info.ucla.edu!galaxy.ucr.edu!ihnp4.ucsd.edu!news1.ucsd.edu!news-mail-gateway From: ea4abb@linux.ea4abb.ampr.ORG (Roberto Munoz) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: TS 850 Tuner at RX Date: 10 Nov 95 22:05:17 GMT Organization: ucsd usenet gateway Lines: 20 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: ucsd.edu Originator: daemon@ucsd.edu >My question: Does the 850 put the auto tuner in line for the receiver >as well as the transmitter? The tunner of 850 does not tune for RX... It is only for TX. The new Kenwood TS-870 tune in TX and RX... 73's Roberto Munoz e-mail... ea4abb@ea4rct.clubs.etsit.upm.es ampr..... ea4abb@linux.ea4abb.ampr.org ax25..... ea4abb@ea4een.eam.esp.eu fidonet.. Roberto Munoz 2:341/64.10 http://www.ea4abb.ampr.org -> ONLY VIA RADIO http://www.etsit.upm.es/~rclub -> Paginas WEB del Radioclub EA4RCT [Written using PINE v 3.91] From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:00 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!usenet.kornet.nm.kr!news.kreonet.re.kr!usenet.seri.re.kr!news.dacom.co.kr!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!interaccess!d158.nnb.interaccess.com!bigkid From: bigkid@interaccess.com (Bigkid) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: TS50 Date: Mon, 6 Nov 1995 20:41:04 -0600 Organization: InterAccess,Chicagoland's Full Service Internet Provider Lines: 3 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: d158.nnb.interaccess.com X-Newsreader: Trumpet for Windows [Version 1.0 Rev B final beta #4] I have noticed an unusual number of TS50's for sale in the swap news group. Is there a problem with the rig or did they just sell so many of them that there would be a naturally high number of them for sale? From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:01 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!news.cac.psu.edu!news.math.psu.edu!chi-news.cic.net!uwm.edu!cs.utexas.edu!news.ti.com!usenet From: fitr%mimi@magic.itg.ti.com (J.Fitter BV/N0IAT) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: TS50 Date: 7 Nov 1995 10:23:28 GMT Organization: Texas Instruments Asia, Semiconductor Finance Lines: 30 Message-ID: <47nc30$525@tilde.csc.ti.com> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: 137.167.36.115 Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.2 In article , bigkid@interaccess.com says... > >I have noticed an unusual number of TS50's for sale >in the swap news group. >Is there a problem with the rig or did they just sell >so many of them that >there would be a naturally high number of them for >sale? Main reason is likely due to the release of similarly sized rigs from both Alinco and Icom...the newer Alinco and Icoms pack more into the small packages for about the same cost...so, most folks seem to be interested in upgrading. Never owned a TS50, but they sound decent on the air. I have an Alinco DX70 and am pleased so far. Judging by the prices for the TS50's, some posts seem to be very good deals. If you want a HF, 100 watt, compact rig, seems a used TS50 is a good option these days! -- 73 from Joe BV2/N0IAT Taipei, Taiwan R.O.C. Ex. 7J1AOF(Japan) KA0ZDH(novice) YU3/N0IAT(Slovenia) Licensed Radio Amateur since 1986 //comments are mine only From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:02 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.us.world.net!ns2.mainstreet.net!bug.rahul.net!a2i!genmagic!sgigate.sgi.com!spool.mu.edu!daily-planet.execpc.com!usenet From: Thomas Brockdorf Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: TS50 Date: 7 Nov 1995 06:11:44 GMT Organization: Exec-PC BBS - Milwaukee, WI Lines: 15 Message-ID: <47mtb1$867@daily-planet.execpc.com> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: milliways.execpc.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) bigkid@interaccess.com (Bigkid) wrote: >I have noticed an unusual number of TS50's for sale in the swap news group. >Is there a problem with the rig or did they just sell so many of them that >there would be a naturally high number of them for sale? bigkid@interaccess.com (Bigkid) wrote: >I have noticed an unusual number of TS50's for sale in the swap news group. >Is there a problem with the rig or did they just sell so many of them that >there would be a naturally high number of them for sale? bigkid@interaccess.com (Bigkid) wrote: >I have noticed an unusual number of TS50's for sale in the swap news group. >Is there a problem with the rig or did they just sell so many of them that >there would be a naturally high number of them for sale? I have noticed this also. I think a lot of people are selling them in order to have money to buy the new Icom 706. From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:03 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!usc!sdd.hp.com!swrinde!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!wa4mei!ke4zv!gary From: gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) Subject: Re: TS50 Message-ID: <1995Nov7.142803.27644@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> Reply-To: gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) Organization: Destructive Testing Systems References: Date: Tue, 7 Nov 1995 14:28:03 GMT Lines: 17 In article bigkid@interaccess.com (Bigkid) writes: >I have noticed an unusual number of TS50's for sale in the swap news group. >Is there a problem with the rig or did they just sell so many of them that >there would be a naturally high number of them for sale? The IC-706 started shipping. It blows the TS50 out of the water. I suspect a lot of people are getting rid of the Kenwood so they can buy the Icom. (The little Alinco blows the TS50 out of the water too, but not by quite as much. That's the problem with being first in a market niche, the follow up radios are usually better.) Gary -- Gary Coffman KE4ZV | You make it, | gatech!wa4mei!ke4zv!gary Destructive Testing Systems | we break it. | emory!kd4nc!ke4zv!gary 534 Shannon Way | Guaranteed! | gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us Lawrenceville, GA 30244 | | From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:04 1995 Path: news.epix.net!mango.epix.net!gmfoster From: Garry Foster Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: TS50 Date: Wed, 8 Nov 1995 11:49:47 -0500 Organization: epix.net Lines: 13 Message-ID: References: NNTP-Posting-Host: mango.epix.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: TEXT/PLAIN; charset=US-ASCII In-Reply-To: This is only a guess but it probablly has something to do with the ICOM 206 coming on the scene. Garry(WB0NNO) On Mon, 6 Nov 1995, Bigkid wrote: > I have noticed an unusual number of TS50's for sale in the swap news group. > Is there a problem with the rig or did they just sell so many of them that > there would be a naturally high number of them for sale? > > From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:05 1995 Path: news.epix.net!plum.epix.net!gmfoster From: Garry Foster Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: TS50 Date: Thu, 9 Nov 1995 09:01:41 -0500 Organization: epix.net Lines: 24 Message-ID: References: NNTP-Posting-Host: plum.epix.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: TEXT/PLAIN; charset=US-ASCII In-Reply-To: On Wed, 8 Nov 1995, Garry Foster wrote: :> This is only a guess but it probablly has something to do with the ICOM :> 206 coming on the scene. "> "> Garry(WB0NNO) Garry can you say 706? Ok 706... Garry(WB0NNO) "> :> :> On Mon, 6 Nov 1995, Bigkid wrote: :> :> > I have noticed an unusual number of TS50's for sale in the swap news group. :> > Is there a problem with the rig or did they just sell so many of them that > > there would be a naturally high number of them for sale?: :> > :> > :> :> From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:06 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!bcm.tmc.edu!news.msfc.nasa.gov!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!news.ece.uc.edu!babbage.ece.uc.edu!news.gryffin.com!chi-news.cic.net!io.org!winternet.com!uunet!in1.uu.net!iglou!n4lq From: n4lq@iglou.iglou.com (Steve Ellington) Subject: Re: TS50 X-Nntp-Posting-Host: iglou.iglou.com Message-ID: Sender: news@iglou.com (News Administrator) Organization: IgLou Internet Services (1-800-436-4456) X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] References: Date: Thu, 9 Nov 1995 02:26:35 GMT Lines: 10 They are being dumped for IC706's Bigkid (bigkid@interaccess.com) wrote: : I have noticed an unusual number of TS50's for sale in the swap news group. : Is there a problem with the rig or did they just sell so many of them that : there would be a naturally high number of them for sale? -- Steve Ellington N4LQ@IGLOU.COM Louisville, Ky From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:07 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!simtel!lll-winken.llnl.gov!uwm.edu!psuvax1!news.cc.swarthmore.edu!netnews.upenn.edu!news.voicenet.com!nova.voicenet.com!dscnews!tom.biggs From: tom.biggs@dscmail.com (TOM BIGGS) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Tube sources Message-ID: <8B4A516.23E6000C8A.uuout@dscmail.com> Date: Thu, 09 Nov 95 21:42:00 -0500 Distribution: world Organization: DSC BBS * Ivyland, PA * 10,000 Sigs/30 Gigs * 215-443-7390 Reply-To: tom.biggs@dscmail.com (TOM BIGGS) X-Newsreader: PCBoard Version 15.22 X-Mailer: PCBoard/UUOUT Version 1.20 Lines: 26 Odds are, this isn't the correct newsgroup for what I am seeking, but I thought I'd try here first, maybe someone can point me to a better group... I'm seeking a vacuum tube. No, not an old 4-pin tube for an Atwater-Kent, just a regular ol' 6GH8A. Local suppliers are coming up empty. If someone could point me to a mail-order source, that would be handy. Also, I suppose they might be available at hamfests - does anyone have a schedule handy, are there any coming up in the Philly area anytime soon? Email is preferred, but respond here if that's easier. Thanks in advance, ((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((( Tom Biggs DoD #1146 tom.biggs@dscmail.com '77 KZ650 "Kawaski" "The ultimate result of shielding men from the results of folly is to fill the world with fools" ))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) * SLMR 2.1a * How do I set my phaser to tickle? From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:08 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.netrail.net!news-out.internetmci.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!nntp.crl.com!pacbell.com!amdahl.com!amd!netcomsv!uu4news.netcom.com!netcomsv!uu3news.netcom.com!ix.netcom.com!netcom.com!dgf From: dgf@netcom.com (David Feldman) Subject: Use of inputs on ICOM BP8/CM8 batt packs Message-ID: Organization: Organization? Me? Date: Thu, 9 Nov 1995 03:38:59 GMT Lines: 12 Sender: dgf@netcom15.netcom.com Have a couple of these battery packs. They charge/work fine on the BC35 charger, but I'd like to know what the usage is for the two separate inputs "DC 13.8V" and "WALL CHARGER". Does the 13.8V DC input power the attached radio AND charge the battery? What is the power input necessary for the "WALL CHARGER" input? Will the wall charger that as intended for the BP-3 work? BTW quite happy with my new HTX202 HT! 73 Dave WB0GAZ dgf@netcom.com From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:09 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!usenet.kornet.nm.kr!news.kreonet.re.kr!usenet.seri.re.kr!news.dacom.co.kr!news.uoregon.edu!stallion.jsums.edu!gatech2!pirates!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!swrinde!sgigate.sgi.com!enews.sgi.com!lll-winken.llnl.gov!uwm.edu!chi-news.cic.net!io.org!news.interlog.com!news1.toronto.fonorola.net!fonorola!alpha.vaxxine.com!slip41.vaxxine.com!jeff From: jeff@vaxxine.com (L. Jeffrey Hetherington) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Value of Kenwood TS820 Date: Thu, 9 Nov 1995 05:03:45 EST Organization: Vaxxine's Internet Access Lines: 9 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: slip41.vaxxine.com X-Newsreader: Trumpet for Windows [Version 1.0 Rev B final beta #1] Hi all. I was hoping that somebody would be able to tell me the approximate value of a Kenwood TS820. A friend of mine is looking for one, and the prices seem high to him. He would like the remote VFO as the only necessary option. That leaves it as a Kenwood TS820 with the Remote VFO. If you could give me an approx value, it would be greatly appreciated. Tnx. 73 de Jeff - VA3JFF From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:10 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!gatech2!pirates!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!swrinde!sdd.hp.com!frankensun.altair.com!simtel!news.kei.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!info.ucla.edu!nnrp.info.ucla.edu!library.ucla.edu!delphi.cs.ucla.edu!drivel.ics.uci.edu!not-for-mail From: turner@safety.ics.uci.edu (Clark Savage Turner) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Value of Kenwood TS820 Date: 9 Nov 1995 08:38:35 -0800 Organization: UC Irvine Department of ICS Lines: 15 Message-ID: <47taqb$lrh@safety.ics.uci.edu> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: safety.ics.uci.edu On the West Coast swap nets the TS 820 will go for between $350-$400 US I believe, depending on options. A VFO 820 seems to go for under $100 in any case, and sometimes gets thrown in with the deal. These are normal cases I see. Bargains come in under that. Have your friend make darned sure that the Display works properly - that is a known weak point (that can be fixed). Also make darned sure that the final tubes are in good shape, like over 100 watts output on the higher bands. The tubes cost money these days :-) . Good luck. Clark WA3JPG From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:11 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!simtel!lll-winken.llnl.gov!decwrl!ablecom!ns2.mainstreet.net!news.isp.net!newsadmin From: aklein@slip.net (aklein) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Various 6m & Antenna Questions Date: Mon, 06 Nov 1995 22:08:15 GMT Lines: 57 Message-ID: <47m03v$3ff@news2.isp.net> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: sfasc150.slip.net X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent v0.55 quarry@q.continuum.net (Chip Griffin) wrote: >2. I have very little tower space. Presently I have an ARX-2B (Cushcraft >2m vertical) and just bought the 6m equivalent (AR-6?). Is there a >problem with having the two of them right next to each other (inches >apart)? 1) They will both be detuned, so you will have to retune the existing 2 meter antenna. 2) The antenna not in use will absorb power from the other one (actually any resistive load at the rig end of the coax will do the actual absorbtion, but . . .) 3) Your radiation power will be unlike anything in Cushcraft's ads! 4) Don't expect a 1:1 VSWR on either one (or anything close, or anything sane). > How about if they touch? Depends. Could be bye-bye receiver or final. >The manual for the new antenna mentions >that if you are going to mount it on the side of a tower you need to be at >least 1/2 a wavelength away from the tower, does this hold for the other >antenna? ANY antenna. 1/2 wavelength for THAT antenna. >What if they won't be in use at the same time, does that matter >in above questions? Yup. Conclusion: Mount the 2 meter antenna at the top of the tower. Side-mount the 6 meter antenna 1/2 wavelength from the tower (or 1 wavelength, or 3/4, or . . .) Look in the Antenna Handbook, or THE handbook, in the antenna chapter, for radiation patterns for various distances, and pick what you want.) >3. I have two 144/440 MHz SWR meters and an HF SWR meter [clip] >Am I correct in assuming that one 'calibrates' the unit by >transmitting with the switch in "SET" and adjusting the "CAL" knob until >the needle is at the "SET" position, then switch to "SWR" for actual SWR >reading? Exactly. >Will this unit work on 6m? Either one will "work" on 6. Neither one will give accurate power reading on 6, but the SWR will be very close, if not exact (depends on exactly what, and how good, the design is). -- Al Klein - W2PMX From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:12 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.msfc.nasa.gov!bcm.tmc.edu!cs.utexas.edu!math.ohio-state.edu!magnus.acs.ohio-state.edu!lerc.nasa.gov!usenet.ins.cwru.edu!cleveland.Freenet.Edu!gm371 From: gm371@cleveland.Freenet.Edu (Alan Smithers) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: WANTED: Analog Synths & Drum Machines & FX :WANTED Date: 10 Nov 1995 09:01:20 GMT Organization: Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland OH (USA) Lines: 24 Message-ID: <47v4d0$8t@madeline.INS.CWRU.Edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: piglet.ins.cwru.edu WANTED: Analog Synths & Drum Machines & FX :WANTED Arp, Akai, Boss, Buchla, Crumar, Chroma, EDP, EML, EMS, Korg, Moog, Oberhiem, Octave, PAIA, PPG, Roland, Serge, Sequential, Simmons, Yamaha, etc * Older stuff With or Without MIDI * Synthesizers - analog, modular, patchable, some digital, etc * Drum machines, Ryhthm units - analog * Sequencers - CV, Gate * Converter units - MIDI to CV gate, etc * Sync units - Din Sync, etc. * Effects processors - tube, analog, digital * Vocoders * Effects pedals * Even Newer Stuff * Also Wanted: Recording Gear, Mics, Pre-amps, Patchbays, etc... * Anything else that falls under the electronic music realm... Please write back with info... Thanks in advance -- gm371@cleveland.freenet.edu From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:13 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!nntp.earthlink.net!usenet From: Eric Robitaille Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: WANTED: Drake UV3 Date: 9 Nov 1995 21:23:39 GMT Organization: Earthlink Network, Inc. Lines: 8 Message-ID: <47trgr$dlo@mars.earthlink.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: 206.85.110.20 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2N (Windows; I; 16bit) To: All I am looking for a Drake UV3 (vhf-uhf). Anyone selling, or knowing of someone selling one of these radios, please contact me. Eric Robitaille Ericr@earthlink.net From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:14 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsat!engineer.mrg.uswest.com!news.uoregon.edu!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!freenet2.freenet.ufl.edu!afn17891 From: "Thomas W. Castle" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: re: WANTED: Icom 725 MODS for 11 meters Date: Wed, 8 Nov 1995 03:28:30 -0500 Lines: 21 Message-ID: References: <47o6tp$hcu@omnifest.uwm.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: freenet2.afn.org Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: TEXT/PLAIN; charset=US-ASCII In-Reply-To: <47o6tp$hcu@omnifest.uwm.edu> On 7 Nov 1995, Rick Kissell wrote: > Has anyone thought about creating a Web site full of phoney rig-destroying > instructions for Children's Band ops who want to wreck perfectly good ham > transceivers to use them on 11m? > > It seems stupidity breeds stupidity.... There are hundreds of wonderful "Hams" hacking any radio for anyone at Hamfests or just look in your favorite Ham magazine for the latest Vol of mods or conversions for sale @ $19.99 per book.... Maybe a web-sight that provides information on Birth-Control Retro- Active could even be of more use..? KD4QHH From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:14 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!warwick!not-for-mail From: esvfj@csv.warwick.ac.uk (Mr Michael J Wilson) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Wanted: Mods For Yaesu FT-470 Handheld Date: 8 Nov 1995 11:59:05 -0000 Organization: University of Warwick, Coventry, UK Lines: 14 Distribution: uk Message-ID: <47q629$7ur@holly.csv.warwick.ac.uk> NNTP-Posting-Host: holly-fddi.csv.warwick.ac.uk Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit I have recently aquired a Yaesu FT-470 Handheld and I am interested to find out any Mods for this radio. Thanks Mike -- G7VVZ (esvfj@warwick.ac.uk) -- ><>**Michael Wilson***esvfj@warwick.ac.uk*****G-7-VVZ***<>< ><>*******http://www.csv.warwick.ac.uk/~esvfj/**********<>< From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:15 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsserver.pixel.kodak.com!news.consultix.com!news.kei.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!vivanews.vivanet.com!mulveyr From: mulveyr@vivanet.vivanet.com (Rich Mulvey) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: WANTED: Uniden 2510, 2600 or Explorer 5010 modified. Date: 7 Nov 1995 12:26:27 GMT Organization: Mulvey Home Node Lines: 12 Message-ID: <47nj9j$56j@vivanews.vivanet.com> References: <4792bp$5hm@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: mulveyr@vivanet.vivanet.com NNTP-Posting-Host: ip141.vivanet.com X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Dedelvis04 (dedelvis04@aol.com) wrote: : I am looking for either of these radios modified for the 11 meter band. : Please E mail with details. The details are that it's illegal to use a non type-accepted transmitter in CB service. --- Rich Mulvey, aa2ys Rochester, NY USA mulveyr@vivanet.com aa2ys@net.wb2psi.ampr.org aa2ys@wb2psi.#wny.ny.us From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:16 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!braintree!news.concourse.com!ragnarok.oar.net!malgudi.oar.net!catseye.bluemarble.net!usenet.ucs.indiana.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!uwm.edu!chi-news.cic.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!news.interlog.com!winternet.com!guitar.sound.net!news From: Frank Paxton III Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: wanted: Yaesu ft-301s Date: 8 Nov 1995 20:44:35 GMT Organization: Sound Advice Limited's Internet Access for KC Lines: 5 Message-ID: <47r4rj$jff@guitar.sound.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: max1-0f.sound.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (X11; I; Linux 1.1.87 i486) X-URL: news:rec.radio.amateur.equipment i'm looking for a yaesu ft-301s cheap. it's an OLD qrp rig... 10 watts max out... i MIGHT trade for it. let me know what your 'bottom line' price is.. no time to dicker. thanks for help. ng0n. From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:17 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!braintree!news.concourse.com!ragnarok.oar.net!malgudi.oar.net!catseye.bluemarble.net!usenet.ucs.indiana.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!uwm.edu!chi-news.cic.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!news.interlog.com!winternet.com!guitar.sound.net!news From: Frank Paxton III Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: wanted: Yaesu ft-301s Date: 8 Nov 1995 20:44:48 GMT Organization: Sound Advice Limited's Internet Access for KC Lines: 5 Message-ID: <47r4s0$jfl@guitar.sound.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: max1-0f.sound.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (X11; I; Linux 1.1.87 i486) X-URL: news:rec.radio.amateur.equipment i'm looking for a yaesu ft-301s cheap. it's an OLD qrp rig... 10 watts max out... i MIGHT trade for it. let me know what your 'bottom line' price is.. no time to dicker. thanks for help. ng0n. From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:18 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!uunet.ca!news.uunet.ca!news.nucleus.com!usenet From: 107 KIK FM Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: WANTED:RCA Ribbon Mic Date: 6 Nov 1995 16:11:57 GMT Organization: CKIK FM Limited Lines: 10 Message-ID: <47lc4d$dcs@news.nucleus.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: net27.nucleus.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2N (Windows; I; 16bit) I am looking for a RCA 44 or 77DX ribbon mic,like the one used by Larry King on Cnn. I am willing to pay top dollar for the right one,so if you have one,or know the whereabout I could find one,i would appreciate hearing from you. Thanks for your time. ken Gold email at kikfm@nucleus.com From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:19 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.onramp.net!news.tcst.com!op.net!news.fyionline.com!news-out.internetmci.com!internetMCI!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!mercury.near.net!noc.near.net!usenet.continental.com!usenet From: Paul Christensen Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: What is Champion Bug? Date: 8 Nov 1995 16:33:59 GMT Organization: Continental Cablevision Lines: 12 Message-ID: <47qm5n$ne2@usenet.continental.com> References: <815469884.13840@pinetree.microserve.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: 169.152.167.70 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) To: jackl@pinetree.microserve.com Jack: The Champion was a popular and economical bug from Vibroplex's product line. It's certainly not a rare bug as compared to the Blue Racer or other pre-WWII bugs. My father had a Champion for many years and I personally used it during my novice days. It's nothing to write home about. I suspect that with a little digging, you can find one for less than $75.00. -Paul, N9AZ From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:19 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!news-e1a.megaweb.com!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: dedelvis04@aol.com (Dedelvis04) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: What MODS can be done to a 725 ????? Date: 7 Nov 1995 09:18:27 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 2 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <47nprj$jj3@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: dedelvis04@aol.com (Dedelvis04) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com I am looking in on buying a Icom 725 and I was wondering what mods are able to be done. Can it be taken to 11 meters ? From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:21 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!news.mathworks.com!gatech2!pirates!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!emory!hubcap.clemson.edu!usenet From: your-name Newsgroups: misc.industry.electronics.marketplace,sci.electronics.equipment,sci.electronics.misc,sci.electronics,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,sci.engr.mech,rec.crafts.misc,rec.crafts.metalworking Subject: Re: Where can I get a MOTOR SPEED control foot pedal? how does it work? Date: 11 Nov 1995 05:22:11 GMT Organization: Clemson University Lines: 33 Message-ID: <481bu3$mch@hubcap.clemson.edu> References: <47u9a3$k9s@gap.cco.caltech.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: 130.127.76.9 Xref: news.epix.net sci.electronics.equipment:46 sci.electronics:159120 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21317 sci.engr.mech:20650 rec.crafts.misc:15512 rec.crafts.metalworking:19364 lbliao@alumni.caltech.edu (lbliao) wrote: > > I need help on finding out what is the speed control mechnism in a drill > motor is? SCR or what? > > Where can I buy a foot pedal control for motor speed control? Thanks. > > Please contact via email. > Thanks a lot! > > lbliao > Go to your local sewing machine repair shop and buy an old fashion foot pedal control for about $15 new or less used. Or buy a newer SCR speed control for a few more bucks. These work on just about any "universal" motor. A universal motor is one with brushes that operates on 115 volts ac. It will also work on direct current but the SCR motor controller won't. I regularly use a sewing machine foot pedal on a single-speed dremel tool and on a flex-shaft tool. Radio Shack should have a little book with the circuit diagram of an SCR (Silicon Controlled Rectifier) speed control. They have the parts too, or at least used to. Fred Sias Clemson, SC From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:22 1995 Newsgroups: misc.industry.electronics.marketplace,sci.electronics.equipment,sci.electronics.misc,sci.electronics,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,sci.engr.mech,rec.crafts.misc,rec.crafts.metalworking Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.umbc.edu!eff!news.duke.edu!news.mathworks.com!gatech2!pirates!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!swrinde!cs.utexas.edu!math.ohio-state.edu!uwm.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!uchinews!gw2.att.com!oucsboss!bobcat!kinsler From: kinsler@bobcat.ent.ohiou.edu (Mark Kinsler ) Subject: Re: Where can I get a MOTOR SPEED control foot pedal? how does it work? X-Nntp-Posting-Host: bobcat.ent.ohiou.edu Message-ID: Sender: postmaster@bobcat.ent.ohiou.edu X-Nntp-Posting-Date: Sat Nov 11 01:37:54 1995 Organization: Ohio University, College of Engineerng & Technology References: <47u970$k7q@gap.cco.caltech.edu> Date: Sat, 11 Nov 1995 06:37:55 GMT Lines: 16 Xref: news.epix.net sci.electronics.equipment:49 sci.electronics:159145 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21320 sci.engr.mech:20655 rec.crafts.misc:15519 rec.crafts.metalworking:19367 In article <47u970$k7q@gap.cco.caltech.edu>, lbliao wrote: >I need help on finding out what is the speed control mechnism in a drill >motor is? SCR or what? If it's a brush motor like that on a sewing machine you may well find that it's a carbon-pile rheostat. Pressure on the pedal is applied through a stiff compression spring to one end of a stack of carbon discs. When the stack is compressed, its resistance drops. Works good and lasts forever. Newer models may well use a triac circuit that's set up to drive an inductive load. The pedal changes the value of a variable resistor which is part of a timing circuit. This delays the turn-on point of the triac for each AC cycle, thus distorting the AC waveform and slowing the motor. For induction motors, speed controls are somewhat more complicated. M. Kinsler From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:23 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.inc.net!news.sol.net!spool.mu.edu!olivea!venus.sun.com!cs.utexas.edu!news.ti.com!usenet From: fitr%mimi@magic.itg.ti.com (J.Fitter BV/N0IAT) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: which good shop in Singapore for Radio equ? Date: 7 Nov 1995 01:19:57 GMT Organization: Texas Instruments Asia, Semiconductor Finance Lines: 32 Message-ID: <47mc7t$rf8@tilde.csc.ti.com> References: <47l9sl$lrh@fstgal00.tu-graz.ac.at> NNTP-Posting-Host: 137.167.36.115 Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.2 In article <47l9sl$lrh@fstgal00.tu-graz.ac.at>, anon.freeminds@match.com says... > >Can anyone recomand a subsidery of AOR or other radio equ >shoplocated in Singapore? >Pls email address info back asap >Tks >Walter > Hi Walter, your best bet is to try any of the radio shops in Sim Lim Tower / Sim Lim Square. Take the subway to Bugis (I think it's stop E1) and it's about a 5 minute walk. Blazer Electronics is one that I've dealt with frequently. It's in the basement of Sim Lim Towers, #b1-22 Jalan Besar, S'pore. Phone is 2966944. I have picked up quite a few items during the past years and always am quoted a decent price. Just be aware of model differences between the ones available in Europe/USA versus those for the SE Asian market. P.S. Are you in Graz? I spent many days there back in 1988/1989 while studying at Ljubljana University in Slovenia. We used to go up to Graz for shopping all the time! 73 Joe --- 73 from Joe BV2/N0IAT Taipei, Taiwan R.O.C. Ex. 7J1AOF(Japan) KA0ZDH(novice) YU3/N0IAT(Slovenia) Licensed Radio Amateur since 1986 //comments are mine only From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:25 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.Edu.TW!news.cc.nctu.edu.tw!serv.HiNet.net!news.uoregon.edu!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!brutus.bright.net!chi-news.cic.net!news.wctc.net!spcuna!news.netusa.net!usenet From: adamsr@blarg.net (Rick Adams) Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Will trade laptop computer/other computer equipment for ham gear Date: Wed, 08 Nov 1995 23:53:51 GMT Organization: You can't be serious! Lines: 72 Message-ID: <47rg5s$s59@news.netusa.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: 198.109.131.73 X-Newsreader: Forte Agent .99b.112 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.swap:50619 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21259 I'm looking for an HF rig in good condition. All band AC powered rig or rig plus AC power supply prefered. Yaesu FT-101?? or FT-102?? or similar ideal. Will trade any/all of the following, depending on the rig offered. All equipment is in good working order as described below. Other ham/shortwave related trades or cash offers considered. Dealer inquiries welcome. Tandon LT-286 Laptop. - 1 MB RAM (expandable) installed - 60 MB HD Doublespaced to 120 MB - Intel 286 CPU, socket for math co-processor - 3.5" 1.44 FD - Serial, parallel, external keyboard & monitor ports - Large, clear, LCD display - Includes case, ni-cad battery pack & charger/AC Supply, all manuals - New lithium backup battery included (ordered 11/4/95) - DOS 6.22 installed - Automatic shutdown, password protection, many extra features - Perfect for field working, contesting, general computing, etc. - Because the nicad pack is old--will pay up to half the cost of a new nicad ($90 at Radio Shack--less via mail order), depending on trade - Will include licensed software--Word Perfect 5.1 for dos, MS Word 4.0 (old but good for upgrade discount), Turbo c++, PC Tools, other dos based programs--depending on trade offer. All software includes full documentation and original disks (some in 5.25" format). - Excellent condition with all original manuals, etc. Zoom external 2400b modem. - Great for use with Laptop above. - Excellent condition. - Manual and software included. Colorado Memory Systems "Jumbo" 250 MB Tape backup. - QIC-80 Compatible - Works from your current floppy controller - Includes 10 DC-2120 QIC-80 Data tapes ($250.00 value) - Windows 95 compatible (CBW95 software included) - Perfect condition with all software & manuals SummaGraphics SummaSketch II 12x12 Digitizer tablet. - Accurate & dependable digitizer - Both puck & stylus included (stylus has pen insert) - Reliable but warms up slowly (2-3 minutes) in cold environment - All driver software (including Windows 95) included Warp 10 VLB Graphics card. - 1 MB RAM, expandable to 2MB - High Speet VL Bus Accelerated graphics to 1024x768 - Up to 16.7 million colors - Perfect condition with manual & drivers DTC2290 EISA IDE Controller card. - Up to 4 HD & 4 FD on one card - High speed data transfer via EISA bus - Perfect condition with manual & drivers IDE Controller card w/serial, parallel, & game ports - 2 HD, 2 FD, 2 serial, 1 parallel & 1 game connector - Reliable and dependable - Manual included -- The only purpose for which power can be rightfully exercised over any member of a civilized community, against his will, is to prevent harm to others. His own good, either physical or moral, is not a sufficient warrant --- J.S. Mill adamsr@blarg.net * adamsr@netcom.com * adamsr@netusa.net adamsr@edcen.ehhs.cmich.edu http://www.blarg.net/~adamsr * 73 de KE8HH * http://www.netusa.net/~adamsr From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:25 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!gatech2!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!explorer.csc.com!explorer.csc.com!not-for-mail From: mhuhn@csc.com (Michael Huhn) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: WTB: Kenwood 851 440 MHz Multimode Date: 8 Nov 1995 16:46:08 -0500 Organization: K3TEZ (mhuhn@csc.com) Lines: 3 Sender: Mike Huhn K3TEZ (mhuhn@csc.com) Message-ID: <47r8f0$qpa@explorer.csc.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: explorer.csc.com Looking for a clean Kenwood 851 440 MHz multi-mode mobile rig. Please email or call (410) 859-2852 with price and condition. From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:26 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!intac!hobbs!dave.formilan From: dave.formilan@hobbs.com (DAVE FORMILAN) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: WTB: 2m mobile power amp Message-ID: <8B4B3B2.0027001DF8.uuout@hobbs.com> Date: Fri, 10 Nov 95 15:46:00 -0500 Distribution: world Organization: _T_H_E__R_O_Y__H_O_B_B_S__BBS Moonachie NJ 201-641-7307 Reply-To: dave.formilan@hobbs.com (DAVE FORMILAN) X-Newsreader: PCBoard Version 15.22 X-Mailer: PCBoard/UUOUT Version 1.20 Lines: 22 The title says it all. Looking for a new or used (in working condition) 25 to 40 watt two meter power amplifier. Let me know what you have and how much you want for it. 73 de Dave, KB2VNL dave.formilan@hobbs.com --- þ OLXWin 1.00a þ All wiyht. Rho sritched mg kegtops awound? 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Sys™p| Cono ’ DelRosso N2UTO fidonet.org 1:2604/122 . º º ................ cono.delrosso@hobbs.com ................. º ÈÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍÍͼ From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:27 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.voicenet.com!fly.compudata.com!compudat!mike.mollet From: mike.mollet@compudata.com (MIKE MOLLET) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Followup-To: rec.radio.amateur.swap Subject: Xtal radio Message-ID: <8B48595.02EC003F19.uuout@compudata.com> Date: Tue, 07 Nov 95 23:49:00 -0400 Distribution: world Organization: Compu-Data BBS -=- Turnersville, NJ -=- 609-232-1245 Reply-To: mike.mollet@compudata.com (MIKE MOLLET) X-Newsreader: PCBoard Version 15.22 X-Mailer: PCBoard/UUOUT Version 1.20 Lines: 10 Hello there... I am interested in obtaining a working 2 meter radio that is single channel. I am looking to install it in my hamshack, so Ican have a dedicated radio for our repeater when ARES /RACES net is active... Since I live in the same town as the repeater, I only need 1 watt or less. I don't care how big the unit is, as long as it is shippable... If you can help, please write me back.. Thanks Mike.mollet@compudata.com PACKET: N2SRO@KF2AW.#SNJ.NJ.USA.NA From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:28 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!gatech2!pirates!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!swrinde!sdd.hp.com!usc!chi-news.cic.net!news.compuserve.com!news.production.compuserve.com!news From: Bill <76461.1515@CompuServe.COM> Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Yaesu Email Address? Date: 8 Nov 1995 16:20:27 GMT Organization: CompuServe, Inc. (1-800-689-0736) Lines: 4 Message-ID: <47qlcb$16k$1@mhafm.production.compuserve.com> Does anyone know of an internet email address for Yaesu? Thanks for the help. Bill, KC6POF email:76461.1515@compuserve.com From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:29 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!IntGame!charnel.ecst.csuchico.edu!csusac!csus.edu!news.ucdavis.edu!burrito.engr.ucdavis.edu!ctbaker From: ctbaker@burrito.engr.ucdavis.edu (shatter) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Yaesu Email Address? Date: 8 Nov 1995 17:00:12 GMT Organization: College of Engineering - University of California - Davis Lines: 13 Message-ID: <47qnms$rje@mark.ucdavis.edu> References: <47qlcb$16k$1@mhafm.production.compuserve.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: burrito.engr.ucdavis.edu X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Bill (76461.1515@CompuServe.COM) wrote: : Does anyone know of an internet email address for Yaesu? : Thanks for the help. : Bill, KC6POF : email:76461.1515@compuserve.com I know that Yaesu has a web page.... try searching for it using one of the search engines such as webcrawler or lycos and search for Yaesu... Good Luck Chad From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:30 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.texas.net!news.kei.com!news.ece.uc.edu!babbage.ece.uc.edu!news.gryffin.com!chi-news.cic.net!newsspool.doit.wisc.edu!night.primate.wisc.edu!sdd.hp.com!swrinde!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!emory!hubcap.clemson.edu!usenet From: wdubrof@eng.clemson.edu (Bill DuBroff) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Yaesu Email Address? Date: 8 Nov 1995 17:00:09 GMT Organization: Clemson University Lines: 13 Message-ID: <47qnmp$p20@hubcap.clemson.edu> References: <47qlcb$16k$1@mhafm.production.compuserve.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: wdubrof_pc.eng.clemson.edu Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.3 In article <47qlcb$16k$1@mhafm.production.compuserve.com>, 76461.1515@CompuServe.COM says... ;> ;>Does anyone know of an internet email address for Yaesu? ;>Thanks for the help. ;>Bill, KC6POF ;>email:76461.1515@compuserve.com Try www.yaseu.com Bill KF$ECX From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:31 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!ulysses.midtown.net!usenet From: olen@midtown.net (Olen) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Yaesu Email Address? Date: Thu, 09 Nov 1995 05:15:43 GMT Organization: Midtown Computer Services Lines: 15 Message-ID: <47s2q1$j5n@ulysses.midtown.net> References: <47qlcb$16k$1@mhafm.production.compuserve.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: olen.midtown.net X-Newsreader: Forte Agent .99b.112 Bill <76461.1515@CompuServe.COM> wrote: >Does anyone know of an internet email address for Yaesu? >Thanks for the help. >Bill, KC6POF >email:76461.1515@compuserve.com Check out the "beta" Yaesu WWW page at www.yaesu.com The contact email address is kk@yaesu.com 73 . . . Olen From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:31 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!newsspool.doit.wisc.edu!night.primate.wisc.edu!nntp.msstate.edu!Nntp.wes.army.mil!usenet From: butch@apollo.wes.army.mil (Butch Magee) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Yaesu FT-ONE problem Date: 7 Nov 1995 21:10:54 GMT Organization: USACE WES ITL Lines: 8 Message-ID: <47oi0u$j7j@prop.wes.army.mil> NNTP-Posting-Host: 134.164.80.37 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.92.1 I did a boo-boo a few days back. Had my FT-ONE down on rtty and my 440 up on county hunters. Well, a county I needed came up and I called and I hurt my Yeasu. It don't hear quite as well as it used to. The FT-ONE is my favorite, best filtering system ever, anyway...anybody have an idea what i might check for a home fix before I have to send it off to Yeasu for 2-3 or more months in the shop for them to fix? Butch KF5DE From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:33 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!swrinde!sdd.hp.com!hp-pcd!hpcvsnz!dubner From: dubner@spk.hp.com (Joe Dubner) Subject: Re: Yaesu FT-ONE problem Sender: news@hpcvsnz.cv.hp.com (News ) Message-ID: Date: Wed, 8 Nov 1995 21:42:18 GMT References: <47oi0u$j7j@prop.wes.army.mil> Nntp-Posting-Host: hpspk7dr.spk.hp.com Organization: Hewlett-Packard X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.1.1 PL7] Lines: 36 Butch Magee (butch@apollo.wes.army.mil) wrote: : I did a boo-boo a few days back. Had my FT-ONE down on rtty and my 440 : up on county hunters. Well, a county I needed came up and I called and : I hurt my Yeasu. It don't hear quite as well as it used to. The FT-ONE : is my favorite, best filtering system ever, anyway...anybody have an idea : what i might check for a home fix before I have to send it off to Yeasu : for 2-3 or more months in the shop for them to fix? Butch, A couple of months ago when my homebrew KW sparced and arced, I also thought I had "fried" my FT-ONE. But it turned out that the input fuse had blown. Hopefully, you'll be just as fortunate. I can't locate my service manual at the moment and am working from memory so please bear with me. As I recall, the fuse is really a 14V low-current lamp bulb that is shaped like an ordinary glass cartrige fuse. It's in series with the receiver antenna input and is physically located near the antenna changeover circuitry. Because I didn't have the exact replacement part, I replaced mine with a low current fuse (probably 1/16 A.). Although it had several tens of ohms of resistance, the receiver sensitivity measured the same as before the "excitement". My fuse replacement will protect at a lower overcurrent level than the light bulb, for what that's worth. 73, Joe, K7JD Hayden Lake, ID --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Joe Dubner K7JD | Hewlett-Packard Company | dubner@spk.HP.COM | 24001 E. Mission Avenue | | Liberty Lake, WA 99019 | +1 509 921-3514 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- From Unknown Sat Nov 11 07:03:34 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!simtel!harbinger.cc.monash.edu.au!budapest.ozonline.com.au!usenet From: briley@www.netc.net.au (Bruce Riley) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Yaesu FT757GX Problem Date: Tue, 07 Nov 1995 12:55:42 GMT Organization: Australia OnLine Lines: 16 Message-ID: <47nh8g$j2k@budapest.ozonline.com.au> NNTP-Posting-Host: 203.13.34.51 X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Hi all I have been having problems with an FT757GX HF Tx/Rx. The unit works fine, but suddenly the rx goes deaf on FM and the audio is muted continually. On investigation, some diodes in the front end, when replaced, fix the problem. The diodes check ok on a meter. This has happened 3 times now, and the replacements have been Yaesu parts - not substitutes. I have heard this is a fairly common problem. Any ideas?? Any fixes?? Are there better diodes than the originals to fix the problem? Bruce briley@www.netc.net.au From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:36:45 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!li.net!lisuser31.li.net!user From: hitmnmik@li.net (Michael Lau) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,alt.radio.networks.cbc, Subject: 16 Track Board for Sale Date: Wed, 15 Nov 1995 10:24:07 -0500 Organization: Hit Men Music Productions, Inc. Lines: 14 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: lisuser31.li.net Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21458 alt.radio.networks.cbc:3543 For Sale: JH 618 MCI-Sony 16 track board plus on stereo input 9 effects returns Can be sold as a unit or by individual modules. $12,500 as a unit $800 per module For more information please call Mark Berger @ James & Aster Music (212) 982-0300. Or e-mail hitmnmik@li.net From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:36:45 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsserver.pixel.kodak.com!bloom-beacon.mit.edu!spool.mu.edu!uwm.edu!chi-news.cic.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: drsdo@ix.netcom.com (Steven D. Olson ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: 9600 baud tnc rec? Date: 12 Nov 1995 02:17:45 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 3 Message-ID: <483lga$hfq@ixnews7.ix.netcom.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-wkn-il1-21.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Sat Nov 11 6:17:46 PM PST 1995 I'm thinking of purchasing a 9600 baud tnc, primarily for packet. Any solid recommendations for a tnc? Please respond by email. Thanks. Steve WO9L. drsdo@ix.netcom.com From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:36:46 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!ralph.vnet.net!usenet From: kn4aq.gary@mms.net Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: 9600 baud tnc rec? Date: 12 Nov 1995 18:17:11 GMT Organization: Vnet Internet Access, Charlotte, NC - info@char.vnet.net Lines: 13 Message-ID: <485dn7$10m@ralph.vnet.net> References: <483lga$hfq@ixnews7.ix.netcom.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: 166.82.249.12 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 32bit) To: drsdo@ix.netcom.com drsdo@ix.netcom.com (Steven D. Olson ) wrote: >I'm thinking of purchasing a 9600 baud tnc, primarily for packet. Any >solid recommendations for a tnc? Please respond by email. Thanks. >Steve WO9L. drsdo@ix.netcom.com Hi, Steve. I'm pretty happy with my Kantronics KPC-9612. 73, Gary KN4AQ kn4aq.gary@mms.net From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:36:47 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!cdc2.cdc.net!news From: cotnamm@vianet.on.ca (Murray Cotnam) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: 9600 baud tnc rec? Date: Sun, 12 Nov 1995 22:04:39 GMT Organization: CDC Internet - 423/842-5709 Lines: 20 Message-ID: <485gec$dic@cdc2.cdc.net> References: <483lga$hfq@ixnews7.ix.netcom.com> <485dn7$10m@ralph.vnet.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: sud109.vianet.on.ca X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 kn4aq.gary@mms.net wrote: >drsdo@ix.netcom.com (Steven D. Olson ) wrote: >>I'm thinking of purchasing a 9600 baud tnc, primarily for packet. Any >>solid recommendations for a tnc? Please respond by email. Thanks. >>Steve WO9L. drsdo@ix.netcom.com >Hi, Steve. I'm pretty happy with my Kantronics KPC-9612. >73, >Gary KN4AQ >kn4aq.gary@mms.net Hi Steve, I'm using the AEA PK-96 1200/9600 Satelite compatable and I'm very pleased with it.........Murray> 73's VE3MCN From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:36:48 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.texas.net!news.kei.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!info.ucla.edu!csulb.edu!drivel.ics.uci.edu!guilder-28.ics.uci.edu!user From: some-email@uci.edu (some name) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: 9600 baud tnc rec? Date: Tue, 14 Nov 1995 16:52:08 -0800 Organization: UCI Lines: 16 Message-ID: References: <483lga$hfq@ixnews7.ix.netcom.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: guilder-28.ics.uci.edu In article <483lga$hfq@ixnews7.ix.netcom.com>, drsdo@ix.netcom.com (Steven D. Olson ) wrote: > I'm thinking of purchasing a 9600 baud tnc, primarily for packet. Any > solid recommendations for a tnc? Please respond by email. Thanks. > Steve WO9L. drsdo@ix.netcom.com Hello, hey I'm also looking for a tnc, I'd like to use TCP/ip over ax25 and would like a 9600 baud connnection or higher....pleaz tell meif you find out where one can get circuit boards or cheap baycom time modems or some reasonably priced tnc's and how to get one via mail order etc..... post to the tcp-group@ucsd.edu if your on it....listserv that is...I have a Yaesu radio i can use so I don't know what TNC/rf modem is recommended with them.. 73 From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:36:49 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!swrinde!ihnp4.ucsd.edu!news1.ucsd.edu!news-mail-gateway From: kq6bc@kq6bc.ampr.ORG (Fred Abajo ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Alinco DR-m06 Date: 11 Nov 95 23:57:08 GMT Organization: Amateur radio kq6bc Lines: 6 Message-ID: <44@kq6bc.ampr.org> Reply-To: kq6bc@kq6bc.ampr.org NNTP-Posting-Host: ucsd.edu Originator: daemon@ucsd.edu Hey there. I am looking for info/opinions about the Alinco 6 meter mobile. Are there any extended transmit mods? Thanks for the input. 73! Fred kq6bc From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:36:50 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news1.sunbelt.net!async15 From: jcox@GroupZ.net (John C. Cox) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Alliance HD-73 Rotor Parts/Service Needed Date: Sat, 11 Nov 95 21:58:46 GMT Organization: WD4PKZ/AFA2TS Aiken, SC Lines: 15 Message-ID: <4836ag$qkt@news1.sunbelt.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: async15.groupz.net X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #4 My HD-73 rotor has failed after 15 years of good service. The plate that holds the gears in place has cracked and separated. This happened once before when the rotor was just out of warranty, but Alliance fixed it anyway. Now, the rotor is out of production and Genie/Alliance has no more parts of this type. Anybody got any leads, or maybe an HD-73 with a bad motor for parts? Boy, have rotors gotten expensive over the years!! John C. Cox, WD4PKZ/AFA2TS 110 Rosemary Dr. Aiken, SC 29803-7326 jcox@GroupZ.net From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:36:50 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!castle.nando.net!news From: "Dennis F. Terribile" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Antenna 4 Standard C508???? Date: 15 Nov 1995 11:10:31 GMT Organization: News & Observer Public Access Lines: 6 Message-ID: <48chr7$mk7@castle.nando.net> References: <485gpk$n0s$1@mhafm.production.compuserve.com> <486dlk$gre@nile.intac.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: 152.52.44.20 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2N (Windows; I; 16bit) I'm using the AEA 2m 1/2wave. It improves overall listening and when I need to hit a repeater that would be impossible I extend the whip...and get about 3db gain. 280mw works! The stock antenna is OK for monitoring but forget it for QSO work. Collapsed the antenna is = to 1/4 wave. Dennis, WR4i From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:36:51 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!server.iadfw.net!usenet From: shambryr@server.iadfw.net Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Antenna info needed for receiver Date: Sun, 12 Nov 95 00:19:47 PDT Organization: Internet America Lines: 8 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: dal18-27.ppp.iadfw.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: TEXT/PLAIN; charset=US-ASCII X-Newsreader: NEWTNews & Chameleon -- TCP/IP for MS Windows from NetManage Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.shortwave:65990 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21375 I am look for a simple inexpensive omni-directional multi-channel antenna that I can use with an old Radio Shack DX-160 Receiver. I would be helpful if it uses a single wire lead-in but I could switch if necessary. I am currently using a long-wire anenna (110 ft.) From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:36:53 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!in2.uu.net!news.ultranet.com!bigboote.WPI.EDU!news3.near.net!shore!news From: jjmartin@shore.net (Jim Martin) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Any Icom IC25A Mods out there?? Date: Mon, 13 Nov 1995 18:16:30 GMT Organization: WK1V Lines: 32 Message-ID: <487nea$5er@shore.shore.net> References: <47iqvv$8cg@grid.Direct.CA> Reply-To: jjmartin@shore.net NNTP-Posting-Host: slip-7-9.shore.net X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent v0.55 jsollows@direct.ca (Jim Sollows) wrote: >:Does anyone know if there are any mods available for the IC25A. I've >:checked the most popular "mods" archives on the net without any luck. >:I am particularly interrested in an extended receive mode for this >:radio. Replies via e-mail would be appreciated. Thanks. I have the IC25H, same radio but higher power. As far as I know there are no mods for this radio. Owned mine since 1983. But, the only mod I have done to it is to add a CommSpec Tone board...mother nature modified my 25H shortly after I got so had to swap some components with the pieces of charcoal in the rig. It has been working fine since...except for the time in New Mexico (dry air) when my XYL disconnected the antenna (we had just finished listening to the Shuttle as it passed to the west) and connected it again (while the radio was powered up) and took out three stages in the receiver circuit. I may have gotten the last of the components for the fix from Icom. Other than all that and the memory retention circuit, all's fine. =============================================================== jjmartin@shore.net |If psychics really are...and if Lowell, Massachusetts |I really need one...why doesn't USAF 1973-1993 |one call ME? ex: KA5MWD-N1CLS-KB1LW-HL9ZF | Jim Martin, WK1V =============================================================== From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:36:53 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!news-e1a.megaweb.com!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: mparkes@aol.com (Mparkes) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Apartment ham needs RF Hot Spot advice Date: 13 Nov 1995 07:28:15 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 8 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <487dkv$dhb@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: mparkes@aol.com (Mparkes) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com I live on second floor of apartment. Running a IC751a into a Isotron 20/40/80 meter antenna sitting on the balcony. Antennas are tuned to resonance. I have grounded the rig to the only "ground" I have...the ground plug on the wall outlet, but I am still getting RF all over the radio on XMIT. Any advice as to what to so? I am using a tuner also (incase swr goews over 1.5 to 1) but it doesnt make any difference whether tuner ios in line or not. HELPPP!!!!! -Mike KS4DA From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:36:54 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news00.sunet.se!sunic!mn6.swip.net!plug.news.pipex.net!pipex!tube.news.pipex.net!pipex!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!newsxfer.itd.umich.edu!chi-news.cic.net!news.midplains.net!gw2.att.com!nntpa!not-for-mail From: dara@physics.att.com (Shel Darack) Subject: Re: Apartment ham needs RF Hot Spot advice Message-ID: Sender: news@nntpa.cb.att.com (Netnews Administration) Nntp-Posting-Host: physics.div111.att.com Organization: AT&T X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL0] References: <487dkv$dhb@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Date: Mon, 13 Nov 1995 19:11:01 GMT Lines: 17 Mparkes (mparkes@aol.com) wrote: : I live on second floor of apartment. Running a IC751a into a Isotron : 20/40/80 meter antenna sitting on the balcony. Antennas are tuned to : resonance. I have grounded the rig to the only "ground" I have...the : ground plug on the wall outlet, but I am still getting RF all over the : radio on XMIT. Any advice as to what to so? I am using a tuner also : (incase swr goews over 1.5 to 1) but it doesnt make any difference whether : tuner ios in line or not. HELPPP!!!!! : -Mike KS4DA If you can not get a good earth ground, you might try a counterpoise. Cut a piece of wire to 1/4 wavelength at the frequency that gives you the most rf on your rig and attatch it to the ground lug. It should help keep the rf from biting you. 73 Shel WA2UBK From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:36:55 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!pcnet.com!usenet From: nema@pcnet.com (Richard Lubash) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Apartment ham needs RF Hot Spot advice Date: 14 Nov 1995 20:59:44 GMT Organization: PCNet -- Public Access Internet in Connecticut! Lines: 14 Sender: -Not-Authenticated-[5567] Message-ID: <48b000$3b1@pcnet2.pcnet.net> References: <487dkv$dhb@newsbf02.news.aol.com> <48ag3h$ggg@daily-planet.execpc.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ts1-pt29.pcnet.com X-Posted-From: InterNews 1.0.7@ts1-pt29.pcnet.com Xdisclaimer: No attempt was made to authenticate the sender's name. : > >I live on second floor of apartment. Running a IC751a into a Isotron > >20/40/80 meter antenna sitting on the balcony. Antennas are tuned to > >resonance. I have grounded the rig to the only "ground" I have...the > >ground plug on the wall outlet, but I am still getting RF all over the > >radio on XMIT. Any advice as to what to so? I am using a tuner also > >(incase swr goews over 1.5 to 1) but it doesnt make any difference whether MFJ Makes a tunable artificial ground. I have not tried it but you might check it out Richard N1VXW From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:36:56 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!info.ucla.edu!csulb.edu!drivel.ics.uci.edu!not-for-mail From: turner@safety.ics.uci.edu (Clark Savage Turner) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Best Cw filter for TS850? Date: 13 Nov 1995 10:02:28 -0800 Organization: UC Irvine Department of ICS Lines: 16 Message-ID: <48817k$pkd@safety.ics.uci.edu> References: <48549f$mqp@newsbf02.news.aol.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: safety.ics.uci.edu This is all a matter of personal taste and the operator's desire to get rid of QRM. I have the 250 Hz filters in everything except one Kenwood 440, which has the IRCI 400 Hz filter. IF you use the IF shift control along with the narrow filters, the tuning is not hard, and is quite a joy to put it right at the tone you like. I much prefer the 250 filters personally, but know a lot of guys who like the 500 Hz filters. Many guys have the 500 Hz filters, then get more serious about CW, and they find they need to upgrade. Hey, with the 850 you can have both anyway? Get one of each? On the used market, it shouldn't set you back too badly! Good luck. Clark WA3JPG From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:36:57 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsserver.pixel.kodak.com!bloom-beacon.mit.edu!gatech2!pirates!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!swrinde!howland.reston.ans.net!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!uwm.edu!chi-news.cic.net!news.uiowa.edu!uunet!in2.uu.net!mr.net!news.mr.net!winternet.com!news.minn.net!primenet From: jhill@minn.net (John S. Hill) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Best Cw filter for TS850? Date: Tue, 14 Nov 95 03:55:03 GMT Organization: Department of Redundancy Dept. Lines: 11 Message-ID: <4893pr$dkr@bronto.minn.net> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: dialup-74.minn.net X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #4 In article , herbr@netcom.com (Herb Rosenberg) wrote: >I am interested in hearing comments regarding whether to use the 250 or >500 Hz filter for CW in the kenwood TS850? > >Any comments or suggestions would be appreciated. Herb, if you decide on 250 Hz, I have a pair (8.8 & 455) of IRCI 250 Hz Kenwood filters for sale. I will take $175.00 for the pair and ship UPS. 73, John, NJ0M. From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:36:58 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!ub!newserve!br00595 From: br00595@bingsuns.cc.binghamton.edu () Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Best Cw filter for TS850? Date: 14 Nov 1995 22:31:25 GMT Organization: Binghamton University, Binghamton, NY Lines: 15 Message-ID: <48b5bt$5sa@bingnet1.cc.binghamton.edu> References: <4893pr$dkr@bronto.minn.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: 128.226.1.20 X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] John S. Hill (jhill@minn.net) wrote: : In article , : herbr@netcom.com (Herb Rosenberg) wrote: : >I am interested in hearing comments regarding whether to use the 250 : or : >500 Hz filter for CW in the kenwood TS850? : > : >Any comments or suggestions would be appreciated. : Herb, if you decide on 250 Hz, I have a pair (8.8 & 455) : of IRCI 250 Hz Kenwood filters for sale. I will take : $175.00 for the pair and ship UPS. 73, John, NJ0M. What is IRCI?? Is this a company? If Herb is not interested, I may be. Len WF2V From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:36:59 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!globe.indirect.com!grizzarv From: grizzarv@indirect.com (Robert V. Grizzard) Newsgroups: rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.rad Subject: cancel <485q5e$34s@globe.indirect.com> Date: 12 Nov 1995 21:51:24 GMT Organization: Internet Direct, Inc. Lines: 7 Message-ID: <485q8s$34s@globe.indirect.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: bud.indirect.com X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Xref: news.epix.net rec.puzzles:52050 rec.puzzles.crosswords:4595 rec.pyrotechnics:37630 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17075 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12596 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21380 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11543 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94251 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31835 rec.radio.amateur.space:5716 io.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap,rec.roller-coaster,rec.running,rec.scouting,rec.scuba,rec.skiing.alpine Control: cancel <485q5e$34s@globe.indirect.com> X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Distribution: Article cancelled from within tin [v1.2 PL2] From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:00 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!alterdial.uu.net!not-for-mail From: Burt Fisher Newsgroups: rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.rad Subject: Re: Do it for the log. Date: 12 Nov 1995 11:35:52 GMT Lines: 33 Message-ID: <484m6o$21a@alterdial.UU.NET> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825d3$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> NNTP-Posting-Host: 199.172.47.193 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) To: bmicales@facstaff.wisc.edu Xref: news.epix.net rec.puzzles:52037 rec.puzzles.crosswords:4590 rec.pyrotechnics:37614 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17060 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12579 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21356 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11530 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94201 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31813 rec.radio.amateur.space:5699 bmicales@facstaff.wisc.edu (Bruce Micales) wrote: >In the first instance, I am clearly stating as to why I want your name..I do >keep a log of my contacts. Also this information can be used for sending QSL >cards. All of this is quickly said by asking for your name for the log. >However, I guess I could say "I would like to know your name because I am a >nice guy,, I am keeping a log, and I might send you a QSL card". Hmmmm, seems >a bit to much. You prove my point that hams could give a damn about YOU they want your name for the LOG so they can get an impersonal QSL card. Frequently I hear hams on repeaters ask for a name FOR THE LOG, and not even a log for hams there. Explain? >Hams are very personable otherwise you would not have FM voice, AM voice, SSB >voice, or even ATV. >Bruce Micales Be serious. On voice what PERSONAL things do they say? #================#=====================================================# | Burt Fisher | Teacher of video, broadcasting and electronics | | Amateur call | South Dennis, Ma. (Cape Cod) | | K1OIK | The less you say, the more people will remember | #================#=====================================================# | k1oik@ccsnet.com fisher@meol.mass.edu | #======================================================================# From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:02 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!Germany.EU.net!wizard.pn.com!ci-pioneer!panda!org!org!*domain!*site!*user!kirkman!don!don.kirkman From: Don.Kirkman@Don.Kirkman@*user@*site.*domain.org.org (Don Kirkman) Date: 12 Nov 95 16:06:00 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Do it for the log. Message-ID: Organization: Fidonet: PandA's Den BBS Usenet: SATINS/Net330 uucp gateway * PandA's Den BBS *CR Lines: 33 From: donk@a.crl.com (Don Kirkman) Subject: Re: Do it for the log. Organization: CRL Dialup Internet Access Burt Fisher wrote: >To: Multiple recipients of list HAM-L And countless others, it turns out :-) >How many times have you heards folks say that they wanted the other >guy's name, QTH, etc. for the log? My log couldn't care less about >that information. Whenever I ask, it's because I want to know. Hey, guys, why was this posted in puzzles, running, skiing, and half a dozen other groups? Ham related I can understand, but PLEASE look at the cross-posted groups! BTW, I picked this up in rec.running, but I always wanted the name also--and of course I wrote it IN the log (where else, back in the old pre-computer days?) 73. N6IM Don Kirkman donk@a.crl.com Cerritos, CA If I had a life I'd be having a mid-life crisis -- |Fidonet: Don Kirkman 1:330/317 |Internet: Don.Kirkman@Don.Kirkman@*user@*site.*domain.org.org | Standard disclaimer: The views of this user are strictly their own. | PandA's Den BBS FidoNet < > internet gateway - email info@panda.org From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:02 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!news.interlog.com!ra.isisnet.com!news From: billmcf@ra.isisnet.com (Bill McFadden) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: DSP Filters Date: Sun, 12 Nov 1995 22:37:00 GMT Organization: isis, Incorporated Lines: 15 Message-ID: <485f1m$pa2@ra.isisnet.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: hfx-p15.isisnet.com X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 A buddy and I have been considering making the big purchase of a DSP Filter. We both have the KENWOOD TS450S and are looking at several different types of filers. One is the DSP-100 from Kenwood (which seems to be a bit pricey) The other is various ones made from Timewave. Looking for some feedback on peoples experinces especially WRT the DSP-100. Thanks for the input and looking forward to getting some responses. 73 Bill From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:03 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsserver.pixel.kodak.com!news.consultix.com!news.kei.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!elvis.delphi.com!news.delphi.com!usenet From: kpiet@delphi.com Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: EARTALK Date: Sun, 12 Nov 95 12:51:50 -0500 Organization: Delphi (info@delphi.com email, 800-695-4005 voice) Lines: 5 Message-ID: References: <47efg7$ql7@nikita.intelenet.net> <47gc3f$ff4@over.mhv.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: bos1d.delphi.com X-To: Thomas Randall Tom..I have used the ear mic with a kenwood tr-22 for over a year now, and think it works just fine. Since your from the 2 call area, you might consider calling or visiting Advance electronics on Essex street in Lodi, N.J....he has them. If you need any additional info, let me know Ken--WA2OKZ From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:04 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!wizard.pn.com!sundog.tiac.net!news.kei.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!server.iadfw.net!usenet From: comptnce@airmail.net (James Long) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: For sale: HAL RTTY gear Date: Sat, 11 Nov 1995 05:53:14 GMT Organization: Internet America Lines: 7 Message-ID: <481dta$dhq@server.iadfw.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: dal16-29.ppp.iadfw.net X-Newsreader: Forte Agent .99b.113 Hal DS3100ASR & ST-6000; *mint* condition; complete wiring harness; all manuals; original packaging. Best offer. Jim Long K5QPT From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:05 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!malgudi.oar.net!news.concourse.com!bronze.coil.com!chipper From: chipper@bronze.coil.com () Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: FS ACC RC-850 REPEATER CONTROLLER AND D.V.R. Date: 12 Nov 1995 15:46:47 GMT Organization: Central Ohio Internet Link, Inc. (614)242-3814 Lines: 8 Message-ID: <4854t7$qsa@ns.concourse.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: bronze.coil.com X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] I have an Advanced Computer RC-850 Repeater Controller and Digital Voice Recorder for sale. The 850 is in a factory chassis but the D.V.R is in a nice homebrew case. If your interested I would appreciate direct E-mail. chipper@bronze.coil.com From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:06 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: FS KNWD TM241A Sony SW55 From: chris.smart@canrem.com (Chris Smart) Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!fonorola!news.crso.com!canrem.com!chris.smart Distribution: world Message-ID: <60.387.3289.0N1FDE39@canrem.com> Date: Sat, 11 Nov 95 14:23:00 -0500 Organization: CRS Online (Toronto, Ontario) Lines: 46 -----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- F O R E S A L E 1. Kenwood TM241A 2m mobile, 5/10/50 watts, memory expansion unit installed - less than one year old, with manual, original box, mobile mounting bracket, etc. LIKE NEW! Reason for selling: I'm moving to 70 CM. These go for about $500.00 Canadian; make me an offer. I'm looking for somewhere around $100.00 (Canadian) less then the new price, as this radio is in great shape and hardly used. 2. Sony SW55: Portable Shortwave Receiver *Mint condition!* - 125 memories - 150 khz to 30 mhz continuous; plus FM broadcast band - am/lsb/usb narrow/wide filter, extremely sensative! Reason for selling: As a blind person I find this radio unnecessarily difficult to operate, and want to move to a 2010. - comes with carrying case, all accessories, manuals, etc. I'd like $355.00 Canadian for this *firm*; also barely used. I would provide prices in US currency, but I don't have a calculator handy. If you're interested in either of these, let me know and I'll work out the US prices. Chris. (Internet: chris.smart@canrem.com, Fido: 1:229/15, Phone (voice): (519)756-9389) .. 73, VE3 SHT. 19 years old, and licensed since June 15, 1987! ___ Blue Wave/QWK v2.12 -----BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE----- Version: 2.6 iQCVAgUBMKT3BNZU0fzBPqHhAQHaSAQAuxHjeNrvMHxXWSUxWPxmOniJ81dT5ZLY iGreI+TTL6m/3FHG9tdukS60xalvR+xgrYNm9fOTpjELPSfkFqELnBrfITmv2j5P ZFTYS7r9TnddBoJGbx3q+iSlEaQxqFv+bLQMbI3xfmvUuZaGZfgw7TJ2EHNJ4Jj5 KLCxBzipWmA= =9KH/ -----END PGP SIGNATURE----- PGP 2.6 public key available upon request! From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:09 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!in2.uu.net!elvis.delphi.com!usenet From: JOHN LAVIS Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: FS: AL80B Amplifier and Timewave DSP-59+ Date: 13 Nov 1995 17:26:45 GMT Organization: Delphi Internet Services Lines: 11 Message-ID: <487v4l$rtn@bert.beta.delphi.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: slip8-169.beta.delphi.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) For Sale by KK5GN: 1. Amplifier: MFJ AL80B 1000W $900 Amp was used about 5 times. I have the original boxes and documentation. I purchased it on June, 30 1994. 2. Audio Filter: Timewave DSP-59+ $200 Purchased 9/20/94, I have documentation and orginal box. I will ship which ever way you want, you pay for shipping. If interested E-mail me at Jlavis@beta.delphi.com From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:10 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news1.databank.com!quadrant6.execnet.com!ftl!allan.logan From: allan.logan@croweagle.com Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: FT-10R Date: Wed, 15 Nov 95 01:06:00 -0500 Organization: Crow Eagle Trading Post Lines: 9 Distribution: world Message-ID: <8B50042.0924000CAB.uuout@lightspeed.com> Reply-To: allan.logan@croweagle.com NNTP-Posting-Host: ftl253.lightspeed.com Need a little help. I'm a brand new ham (1 week). I bought the FT-10R at a Hamfest. I checked on the price of a speaker mike at HRO here in Atlanta and it was $42.00 !! Wow, anyone know of an aftermarket speaker mike for this new compact 2M HT? --- CMPQwk #1.42-R2. UNREGISTERED EVALUATION COPY --- KBBS V2.Z05)Crow Eagle Trading Post*Newnan,Ga* (404)502-0038 From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:11 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!psgrain!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!gatech2!pirates!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!swrinde!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: jman1172@aol.com (J Man 1172) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: RE: GONSET G-14 CITIZENS COMMUNICATOR TUBE RADIO?? Date: 15 Nov 1995 03:42:07 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 4 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <48c94v$m8n@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: jman1172@aol.com (J Man 1172) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com DOES ANYBODY KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT THIS RADIO? I PICKED UP AT A FLEA MARKET. IT HAS 4 CHANNELS AT LEAST 7 TUBES-12V-117VAC NO POWER CORD. IT WAS MADE BY YOUNG SPRING & WIRE HELP!! From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:12 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!usc!math.ohio-state.edu!magnus.acs.ohio-state.edu!lerc.nasa.gov!purdue!mozo.cc.purdue.edu!storm.atms.purdue.edu!bap From: BRETSKI Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew Subject: Grounding a home made copper Jpole Date: Tue, 14 Nov 1995 10:35:26 -0500 Organization: Purdue University Lines: 14 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: storm.atms.purdue.edu Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: TEXT/PLAIN; charset=US-ASCII Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21421 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11567 I have a copper Jpole up on a mast. I would like to ground it. How would I do this? Send flames elsewhere Thanks. 73 de N9ZFF BRET A. PENNINGTON / COMPUTER TECHNICIAN /EARTH AND ATMOSPHERIC SCIENCES CIVL 4252 317-494-0678 / PURDUE UNIVERSITY / WEST LAFAYETTE, INDIANA 47907 bap@storm.atms.purdue.edu/ N9ZFF@W9YB.IN.USA.NA / speaking only for myself. /\/\/\/\/\/ __... /\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\ N9ZFF /\/\/\/\/\/ ...__ /\/\/\/\/\/\/\/\ From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:13 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.grove.net!usenet From: bill@grove.net (Bill Grove) Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Grove's OnLine Interactive Catalog Date: Sun, 12 Nov 1995 17:32:04 GMT Organization: Grove Enterprises, Inc. Lines: 10 Message-ID: <485414$c82@phoenix.grove.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: bill.grove.net X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.shortwave:65974 rec.radio.scanner:40627 rec.radio.swap:50870 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17068 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21367 Grove Enterprises officially announces the arrival of its new Interactive Online Catalog. Along with specials just for the folks on the Internet, we also offer samples of Monitoring Times and Satellite Times. To check out the latest and greatest radio source on the web, direct your browsers to: www.grove.net These pages are NetScape 1.1 compatible. From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:13 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!peach!atl1!panther From: panther@atl1.america.net (Jonathon B. Reich) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: HAVE MOD FOR YEASU FT-8500 .. Date: 11 Nov 1995 17:50:29 -0500 Organization: Access America(TM), P.O. Box 1222, Alpharetta, GA 30239-1222 Lines: 1 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: atl1.america.net X-Newsreader: NN version 6.5.0 #3 (NOV) If you want it.. let me know.... From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:14 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.wwwi.com!nntpdist.primenet.com!ip194.phx.primenet.com!okstein From: okstein@primenet.com (Charles Okstein) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Hotel Room HAM! Need HF equip. advice, please. Date: Sat, 11 Nov 1995 20:57:48 MST Organization: Primenet Lines: 8 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: ip194.phx.primenet.com X-Newsreader: Trumpet for Windows [Version 1.0 Rev B final beta #4] Hi. I plan to be doing some travelling and would like to hear your experiences about operating from hotel/motel rooms. I know 2 meters shouldn't be much of a problem, but I'm interested in exploring HF. Can it be done reasonably well? Will I have to use QRP equip? How about SSB? Where the heck does the antenna go-- and what bands should I be considering? Thanks for all your advice. From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:15 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!usenet From: ignacy@misz.animal.uiuc.edu (Ignacy Misztal) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: HTX-202; loosening antenna Date: 13 Nov 1995 15:41:02 GMT Organization: University of Illinois Lines: 19 Message-ID: <487oue$t6q@vixen.cso.uiuc.edu> References: Reply-To: ignacy@uiuc.edu (Ignacy Misztal) NNTP-Posting-Host: misz.animal.uiuc.edu X-Newsreader: IBM NewsReader/2 v1.02 In , hcohen@analogic.com (Howard Cohen) writes: >My HTX-202's antenna bnc connector is continually getting loose, >causing an intermittant electrical connection. The bnc is fastened by >a threaded ring with two notches in it, which I have been tightening >with the wrong tool, a small screwdriver. Unfortunately, this does >not give me enough leverage to really tighten it. > >Has anyone found a solution to this problem? What type of wrench >is used to tighten this ring? Where can one purchase such a wrench? > Apply Locktite fluid to the thread and then tighten. I did it 3 years ago and it worked fine ever since. Locktite compound can be found in True Value for about $3.. Ignacy Misztal Ham radio: NO9E, SP8FWB E-mail: ignacy@uiuc.edu University Of Illinois 1207 W. Gregory Dr., Urbana, IL 61801, USA tel. (217) 244-3164 Fax: (217) 333-8286 From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:16 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!gatech2!pirates!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!swrinde!elroy.jpl.nasa.gov!usc!math.ohio-state.edu!magnus.acs.ohio-state.edu!cgreenha From: cgreenha@magnus.acs.ohio-state.edu (Christopher K Greenhalgh) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: HTX-202; loosening antenna Date: 13 Nov 1995 17:44:14 GMT Organization: The Ohio State University Lines: 17 Message-ID: <48805e$q1b@charm.magnus.acs.ohio-state.edu> References: <487oue$t6q@vixen.cso.uiuc.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: beauty.magnus.acs.ohio-state.edu In article <487oue$t6q@vixen.cso.uiuc.edu>, >Apply Locktite fluid to the thread and then tighten. I did it 3 years >ago and it worked fine ever since. Locktite compound can be found in >True Value for about $3.. If you use the 270 series Locktite (red) be advised...it will NEVER come apart again, even if you want it to. I would recommend the 240 series (blue) for this, it will hold the nut just fine, and still be able to remove it if you have to. -- +=================================+===================================+ |Christopher K. Greenhalgh, N8WCT |cgreenha@magnus.acs.ohio-state.edu | |Electronic/Computer Tech. @ OSU |radio: n8wct@w8cqk.#cmh.oh.usa.noam| +=================================+===================================+ From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:17 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!simtel!news00.sunet.se!sunic!news99.sunet.se!newsfeed.tip.net!terminus.inforum.telub.se!news From: Hakan Bergzen Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: IC-706 Remote control capabilities? Date: 14 Nov 1995 12:08:08 GMT Organization: Telub Lines: 26 Message-ID: <48a0r8$ivk@terminus.inforum.telub.se> NNTP-Posting-Host: habe.vxo.telub.se Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) Hi, I would like to know if the CI-V remote control protocol when interfaced to the IC-706 has the following capabilities: 1. Reading the interference level (or a function thereof, like the AGC level). Since the graphic display can show this information it ought to be reachable via the CI-V. 2. Setting of operation mode (USB, LSB, etc) 3. Setting of transmitter power 4a. Max frequency change time when setting the full frequency from the CI-V interface 4b. Max frequency change time when switching between memory channels 5. Reading SWR 6. Using the IF shift interference rejection function from the CI-V interface 73 de Hakan, SM7OKI (hakan.bergzen@telub.se) From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:18 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!swrinde!cs.utexas.edu!usc!chi-news.cic.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!news.ssd.intel.com!chnews!vegas.ch.intel.com!cmoore From: cmoore@vegas.ch.intel.com (Cecil A. Moore~) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,uk.radio.amateur Subject: Re: IC706 Date: 12 Nov 1995 03:39:18 GMT Organization: Intel Corporation, Chandler, AZ Lines: 10 Distribution: world Message-ID: <483q96$190g@chnews.ch.intel.com> References: <47n930$a3k$1@mhade.production.compuserve.com> <47td9r$lkv@daily-planet.execpc.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: vegas.ch.intel.com Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17064 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21358 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94204 uk.radio.amateur:9094 In article <47td9r$lkv@daily-planet.execpc.com>, Thomas Brockdorf wrote: >Don't be worried about buying the 706. It is an excellent radio! >I got mine last week, and I love it. After the xmit open mod, will it transmit on 47 MHz? A Red-Cross friend of mine wants to know. 73, Cecil, KG7BK, OOTC (not speaking for my employer) From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:19 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!news.ssd.intel.com!chnews!vegas.ch.intel.com!cmoore From: cmoore@vegas.ch.intel.com (Cecil A. Moore~) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,uk.radio.amateur Subject: Re: IC706 Date: 14 Nov 1995 16:00:17 GMT Organization: Intel Corporation, Chandler, AZ Lines: 11 Distribution: world Message-ID: <48aeeh$1n21@chnews.ch.intel.com> References: <47n930$a3k$1@mhade.production.compuserve.com> <47td9r$lkv@daily-planet.execpc.com> <483q96$190g@chnews.ch.intel.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: vegas.ch.intel.com Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17111 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21422 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94300 uk.radio.amateur:9148 In article <483q96$190g@chnews.ch.intel.com>, Cecil A. Moore~ wrote: >After the xmit open mod, will it transmit on 47 MHz? A Red-Cross >friend of mine wants to know. Mike, N5AQM, answered the question for me. FYI, above 54 MHz, the IC706 will not transmit on anything except 144-148 MHz. It will transmit on any frequency below 54 MHz. 73, Cecil, KG7BK, OOTC (not speaking for my employer) From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:20 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!ftpbox!mothost!lmpsbbs!NewsWatcher!user From: CSLE87@email.mot.com (Karl Beckman) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,uk.radio.amateur Subject: Re: IC706 Date: Wed, 15 Nov 1995 09:19:04 -0500 Organization: Mot RNSG - Private Data Lines: 34 Distribution: world Message-ID: References: <47n930$a3k$1@mhade.production.compuserve.com> <47td9r$lkv@daily-planet.execpc.com> <483q96$190g@chnews.ch.intel.com> <48aeeh$1n21@chnews.ch.intel.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: 145.39.1.10 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17130 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21451 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94355 uk.radio.amateur:9169 In article <48aeeh$1n21@chnews.ch.intel.com>, cmoore@vegas.ch.intel.com (Cecil A. Moore~) wrote: > In article <483q96$190g@chnews.ch.intel.com>, > Cecil A. Moore~ wrote: > > >After the xmit open mod, will it transmit on 47 MHz? A Red-Cross > >friend of mine wants to know. > > Mike, N5AQM, answered the question for me. FYI, above 54 MHz, the IC706 will > not transmit on anything except 144-148 MHz. It will transmit on any frequency > below 54 MHz. > > 73, Cecil, KG7BK, OOTC (not speaking for my employer) Cecil, you might want to pass along a reminder to your co-worker: The national headquarters Communications Group of the American National Red Cross strictly enforces the ANRC policy of compliance with the FCC rules; this includes Type Acceptance of all radio equipment used on ANRC frequencies. "483q96$190g@chnews.ch.intel.com" is seriously jeopardizing his ANRC status as either volunteer or professional staff. At the same time he puts at risk both the ANRC local chapter radio license and his own amateur license. The IC706 does NOT meet the FCC's technical requirements and is not permitted by ANRC. -- Karl Beckman, P.E. < If our English language is so > Motorola RNSG Pvt Data < precise, why do you drive on the > Schaumburg, IL / Parma, OH < parkway and park on the driveway? > Amateur radio WA8NVW NavyMARS NNN0VBH @ NOGBN.NOASI ** Opinions expressed here do not represent the views of Motorola Inc. ** By sending unsolicited commercially-oriented e-mail to this address, the sender agrees to pay a $100 fee to the recipient for proofreading services. -- From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:21 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: kg7fu@aol.com (KG7FU) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Icom 706 - modified advertising! Check web site! Date: 14 Nov 1995 13:51:10 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 10 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <48aoeu$8j6@newsbf02.news.aol.com> References: <1995Nov6.005016.18972@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> Reply-To: kg7fu@aol.com (KG7FU) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com This talk about FM Stereo reception peaked my interest since I'm in the broadcast industry. I doubt the selectivity nor bandwidth of the 706's IF filtering will allow enough of the composite signal to pass to properly decode the stereo matrix. If I'm wrong, you'll need to take a sample of the composite signal before the discriminator and route it into an external matrix decoder and detector. Motorola thoughtfully provides several multi-function IC's to do the job. My personal opinion is it's a waste of time. de KG7FU From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:22 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.wwwi.com!nntpdist.primenet.com!jreed From: jreed@primenet.com (Jerry Reed) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: ICOM 706 Computer Control? Date: 14 Nov 1995 15:00:13 GMT Organization: Primenet (602)395-1010 Lines: 13 Message-ID: <48aatt$1hp@nnrp1.news.primenet.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: usr3.primenet.com NNTP-Posting-User: jreed X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Has anyone been able to get the computer interface for the new 706 to work? I have the interface box and a program that should work and I can see data both in and out of the radio but so far no cigar. I have tried changing the setting in the radio but nothing so far. I have tried to call ICOM Tech Support but after 15 minutes of listening to dead air (no music - no nothing) at day time rates, I gave that up as a lost cause. I might also comment that the lack of a schematic with the radio is completely devoid of all reason and I would like for Hams as a group to come up with some kind of a suitable response. In general I like the radio and would like to use the computer interface. Any help would be appreciated. 73 KI7HD Jerry From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:24 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!usc!math.ohio-state.edu!uwm.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!prairienet.org!no9z From: no9z@prairienet.org (Lynn D. Osterbur) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Icom 761 with high pitch noise - need help Date: 12 Nov 1995 15:42:34 GMT Organization: University of Illinois at Urbana Lines: 6 Message-ID: <4854la$da0@vixen.cso.uiuc.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: firefly.prairienet.org I have an Icom 761A that will intermittently emit a high pitch noise. The sound is very similar to that of a television high voltage noise. It occurrs in rx and tx, but more pronounced in tx. Any ideas? Any advice would be appreciated. tks de Lynn -- From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:25 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!info.ucla.edu!library.ucla.edu!psgrain!nntp.teleport.com!usenet From: Daniel Calzaretta Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: In Search of New Radio Date: 12 Nov 1995 02:31:52 GMT Organization: Pacific Crest Community School Lines: 19 Message-ID: <483mao$l7r@maureen.teleport.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ip-pdx13-01.teleport.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) I am currently an inactive ham and want to get back into the hobby. I want to upgrade from my Kenwood 520TS to one of the following models. I would appreciate any user reviews to help me make a decision. ICOM IC-706 YASEAU FT-900/AT KENWOOD 50S ALINCO DX-70T Also, if you have suggestions other than these radios (as you can tell I am looking for something compact), please let me know. Finally, I need advise on good dealers to purchase from. Thanks in advance for your help. Dan N9BCC e-mail pcrest@teleport.com From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:26 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!news1.digex.net!col1.caribsurf.com!root From: "Joseph P. Feehan" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: INTERESTING NEW WWW PAGE Date: 11 Nov 1995 22:10:58 GMT Organization: Myowncompany Lines: 8 Message-ID: <48371i$nse@col1.caribsurf.com> References: <47s8l9$3ul@grid.direct.ca> NNTP-Posting-Host: 205.214.206.33 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2N (Windows; I; 16bit) To: donb@Direct.CA Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17043 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12568 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21338 Greetings from the land of endless summer -- Tortola Island, British Virgin Islands. Congrats on your new page. Obviously you are a heads-up company. Too bad I can't visit your store. Will keep looking for your product info. Joe, VP2VBL. From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:27 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: beretta1@ix.netcom.com (LARRY PIKE ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Kenwood 850 mods ? Date: 11 Nov 1995 13:51:30 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 7 Message-ID: <4829p2$n7a@ixnews7.ix.netcom.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-pal-il3-21.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Sat Nov 11 5:51:30 AM PST 1995 I'm looking for mods to my Kenwood 850s/at - any suggestions would be appreciated! Please post to this newsgroup or e-mail to Beretta1@ix.nexcom.com tnx / 72 de WD9HCR Larry From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:27 1995 Path: news.epix.net!usenet From: kleerdex@epix.net (Vic Klein) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Kenwood Email Address Date: 14 Nov 1995 13:14:13 GMT Organization: Kleerdex Company Lines: 4 Message-ID: <48a4n5$gem@guava.epix.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: shckppp56.epix.net X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.92.2 Does anyone have the correct email address for Kenwood's repair folks? Using the "Kenwood@Kenwood.com" just gets network originated error messages. =Vic= WA4THR From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:28 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!globe.indirect.com!s130.phxslip4.indirect.com!tracker From: tracker@indirect.com (Mark Saunders) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Kenwood list server?? Date: Sat, 11 Nov 1995 08:21:20 UNDEFINED Organization: Amateur Radio Station KJ7BS Lines: 4 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: s130.phxslip4.indirect.com X-Newsreader: Trumpet for Windows [Version 1.0 Rev B final beta #1] Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.misc:94158 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21329 Does anyone know of a list server that has Kenwood related stuff on it? How about somewhere I can go to find a list of list servers? From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:29 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Kenwood TM241A SOLD From: chris.smart@canrem.com (Chris Smart) Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!badger.heurikon.com!uwvax!uwm.edu!chi-news.cic.net!io.org!van-bc!fonorola!news.crso.com!canrem.com!chris.smart Distribution: world Message-ID: <60.415.3289.0N1FE0AB@canrem.com> Date: Sun, 12 Nov 95 11:24:00 -0500 Organization: CRS Online (Toronto, Ontario) Lines: 9 The Kenwood is sold, but the Sony SW55 Shortwave receiver is still for sale. .. 73, VE3 SHT. 19 years old, and licensed since June 15, 1987! ___ Blue Wave/QWK v2.12 PGP 2.6 public key available upon request! From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:30 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!tir.com!news From: time@tir.com (Tim English) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: KENWOOD TS830 MODS Date: Sun, 12 Nov 1995 09:48:44 GMT Organization: The Internet Ramp Lines: 11 Message-ID: <483jr0$ft2@ramp2.lisp.com> References: <475btg$m69@news.magi.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: an40.tir.com X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Dale Tiller wrote: >Does anyone know if there is a mod to convert a TS830 to a general coverge receiver? No it cannot be done. Tim (time@tir.com) From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:31 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!mv!usenet From: Shep Siegel Subject: Looking for 70cm diplexer Message-ID: <30A7F0DB.3310@datacube.com> Mime-Version: 1.0 Reply-To: shep@datacube.com X-Mailer: Mozilla 2.0b1 (Macintosh; I; PPC) Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Organization: MV Communications, Inc. Date: Tue, 14 Nov 1995 01:28:59 GMT X-Nntp-Posting-Host: flatrock.mv.com Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Lines: 5 Looking for a 70cm diplexer and related faff for building a 440 repeater. N1IOF -- Shep Siegel http://www.mv.com/ipusers/flatrock From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:32 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!usc!news.cerf.net!nntp-server.caltech.edu!lbliao From: lbliao@alumni.caltech.edu (lbliao) Newsgroups: misc.industry.electronics.marketplace,sci.electronics.equipment,sci.electronics.misc,sci.electronics,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,sci.engr.mech,rec.crafts.misc Subject: Looking for ELECTRONIC or MECHANICAL REVOLUTION COUNTER Date: 11 Nov 1995 22:28:18 GMT Organization: California Institute of Technology, Alumni Association Lines: 8 Message-ID: <483822$erv@gap.cco.caltech.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: alumni.caltech.edu Xref: news.epix.net sci.electronics.equipment:54 sci.electronics:159193 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21339 sci.engr.mech:20669 rec.crafts.misc:15531 I AM LOOKING to buy a small revolution counter. It coulld be a mechanical counter, or a LED-photodiode interrupter type counter. Please contact via email. Thanks a lot! lbliao From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:33 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!gatech2!pirates!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!swrinde!sdd.hp.com!col.hp.com!fc.hp.com!mckee From: mckee@fc.hp.com (Bret McKee) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Looking for info on military radio Date: 13 Nov 1995 17:37:38 GMT Organization: Hewlett-Packard Fort Collins Site Lines: 16 Message-ID: <487vp2$5r4@fcnews.fc.hp.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: hpmckee.fc.hp.com X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL1.4] Greetings: I stopped at our local surplus store this weekend, and was surprised to see a military radio there. Unfortunatly, it was impossible to learn very much about it just by looking, and of course there is no documentation with it. It is a US radio, and the front panel identifies it is a T282/GR, and it had a sticker which said "Modified for SAGE". Can anyone tell me what this is, if documentation would still be available, and anything else? 73, Bret "looking for a winter project" Mckee N0MTA From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:33 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!news.ti.com!spdc.ti.com!serafin From: serafin@cauldron.spdc.ti.com (Mike Serafin) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: MFJ micro. Morse trainer. Date: 15 Nov 1995 16:05:01 GMT Organization: TI Semiconductor Process and Device Center Lines: 14 Message-ID: <48d33d$f97@tilde.csc.ti.com> References: <48aih7$fbs@panix.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: epcot.spdc.ti.com X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Andres Mencke (amencke@panix.com) wrote: : MFJ Enterprises Inc. makes a small microprocessor : based morse code trainer powered by a 9 Volt battery. : Has anybody used this device? How does it perform? : Has anybody adapted it to work as station ID? I just bought one of these yesterday. Seems to work pretty well. In addition to the 9volt battery, it can also be powered by a 12 volt supply. It comes with a jack for stero headphones even though the sound is only mono. There is a good article on the pocket morse trainers in this month's QST magazine. That's the big reason I picked up the MFJ, they had a very favorable review. kc5grw From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:34 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!miwok!news.scruz.net!garlic.com!garlic.com!not-for-mail From: childers@garlic.com (Bill Childers) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Mod gone bad on FT-51R? Date: 11 Nov 1995 22:20:47 -0800 Organization: South_Valley_Internet Lines: 10 Message-ID: <4843nv$j2i@garlic.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: loopback.garlic.com X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] I just performed the MARS/CAP mod on my FT-51R. Everything is working properly, except for the cross-band repeat. I can enable that mode, but the unit only receives, and never re-transmits the transmission. I use the cross-band occasionally as I also have a Standard C508A that I use as a mobile mic, and I have the FT-51 kick up the power to 5W. Please HELP! Bill Childers From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:35 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: wd6dih@ix.netcom.com (Kevin Karamanos ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Mod gone bad on FT-51R? Date: 13 Nov 1995 06:02:31 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 31 Message-ID: <486n1n$fp8@ixnews7.ix.netcom.com> References: <4843nv$j2i@garlic.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-ir15-28.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Sun Nov 12 10:02:31 PM PST 1995 In <4843nv$j2i@garlic.com> childers@garlic.com (Bill Childers) writes: > >I just performed the MARS/CAP mod on my FT-51R. Everything is working properly, >except for the cross-band repeat. I can enable that mode, but the unit only >receives, and never re-transmits the transmission. I use the cross-band >occasionally as I also have a Standard C508A that I use as a mobile mic, and I >have the FT-51 kick up the power to 5W. > >Please HELP! * * * FT-51R CROSS-BAND HELP ! * * * You need to turn ON your FT-51R in the DUPLEX MODE. Press [F] [9]. Now try the Cross-Band mode. It works !!!!! 73's Kevin > >Bill Childers > From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:36 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!info.ucla.edu!ihnp4.ucsd.edu!news1.ucsd.edu!news-mail-gateway From: Karl-Heinz.Merscher@uvw.uni-bayreuth.DE (Karl-Heinz Merscher) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Mods for Alinco Transceivers Date: 15 Nov 95 10:36:46 GMT Organization: ucsd usenet gateway Lines: 13 Message-ID: <29F6454EAF@btv0g3.nov.uni-bayreuth.de> NNTP-Posting-Host: ucsd.edu Originator: daemon@ucsd.edu Hi folks, I'm despairatly searching for Alinco mods but I wasn't successful to to find them for the following transceivers: DR 599 and DR 130 Does anybody know where to get the plans? Best 73's de DL6RDE/AA1KD, Charlie From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:37 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!news.wwwi.com!nntpdist.primenet.com!stat!david Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Message-ID: <47u476$les@crier.knighted.com> From: yingst@knighted.com (Harry Yingst) Subject: Mods for Icom IC-736 Date: 9 Nov 1995 23:52:06 GMT Approved: rec-radio-info@stat.com Organization: Knighted Computers Sender: news Lines: 62 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.misc:94309 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21428 From: yingst@knighted.com (Harry Yingst) Subject: Mods for Icom IC-736 Date: 9 Nov 1995 23:52:06 GMT Organization: Knighted Computers Message-ID: <47u476$les@crier.knighted.com> Does anyone have any mods for the ICOM IC-736? I'm looking for a way to turn the pre-amp back on below 1.6 Mhz. Icom turns it off even though it the light says it's on. I would like to listen for some lowfer stations 1750 meter band (160-190 kc. 1 watt into a 50 ft antenna). I'm also looking for a way to improve the recieve audio. The recieve audio sounds flat and distant, lacking highs & lows. With the notch filter ON the audio sounds a little better, but it still could use some improvement. They re-shape the audio through the notch filter, and it actually has a nicer sound with the notch filter on (Has more highs & lows). I had a IC-737 that had the same problem with the audio, just not sounding quite right. I am also interested in any other mods for the Icom IC-736. Please send any replies to yingst@knighted.com Note: If you post a reply into this newsgroup I proably wont get it, my internet provider only holds news for 1 day. Thank You. Harry N6VUJ From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:38 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!btnet!dispatch.news.demon.net!demon!mail2news.demon.co.uk!morgan2.demon.co.uk From: Neil Hosker Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Mods for Yaesu FT2700rh Date: Sun, 12 Nov 1995 09:49:54 GMT Organization: None Lines: 11 Message-ID: <634992760wnr@morgan2.demon.co.uk> Reply-To: neil@morgan2.demon.co.uk X-NNTP-Posting-Host: morgan2.demon.co.uk X-Broken-Date: Sunday, Nov 12, 1995 09.49.54 X-Newsreader: Newswin Alpha 0.7 I'm looking for a mod(s) for extending the frequency range of the 2700rh. Anyone have any? Anyone know where I might find some? Neil -- --------------------------------------------------------------------------- | Neil Hosker G8UEK EMail neil@morgan2.demon.co.uk | --------------------------------------------------------------------------- From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:39 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!info.ucla.edu!galaxy.ucr.edu!ihnp4.ucsd.edu!news1.ucsd.edu!news-mail-gateway From: tmedin@che2.CHe.umn.EDU (tom medin) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: narrow LSB filter for FT890 Date: 12 Nov 95 01:34:52 GMT Organization: ucsd usenet gateway Lines: 7 Message-ID: <80838.tmedin@che2.che.umn.edu> Reply-To: NNTP-Posting-Host: ucsd.edu Originator: daemon@ucsd.edu how can i modify an FT890 so that it has a narrow (about 500Hz) filter in LSB, for better selectivity in the digital sub-bands. adding a DSP filter to audio just doesn't do the trick. t medin n0ufm From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:40 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: tgriff@ix.netcom.com (Tom Griffin) Newsgroups: rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap,rec.roller-coaster,rec.running,rec.scouting,rec.scuba,rec.skiing.alpine Subject: Re: NEED CASH?!!...Don't You? Date: Fri, 10 Nov 1995 04:33:14 -0500 Organization: Netcom Lines: 17 Message-ID: <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-col-sc1-05.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Sat Nov 11 1:38:13 AM PST 1995 X-Newsreader: Forte Agent .99b.112 Xref: news.epix.net rec.puzzles:52014 rec.puzzles.crosswords:4582 rec.pyrotechnics:37596 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17036 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12562 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21330 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11515 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94163 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31793 rec.radio.amateur.space:5680 rec.radio.cb:24376 rec.radio.noncomm:4962 rec.radio.scanner:40578 rec.radio.shortwave:65910 rec.radio.swap:50767 rec.roller-coaster:23161 rec.running:45166 rec.scouting:37574 rec.scuba:80139 rec.skiing.alpine:32754 billn@PEAK.ORG (Bill Nelson) wrote: >Please people, don't post all sorts of responses to this spam - it will not >do any good. What will work is sending a complaint to postmaster@hawaii.edu, >including the complete article. > >You will find that the person will have a severe "talking to" by the >administrator - if the account is not pulled. Most universities have >a statement in their user agreement that such posts are illegal and >ground for immediate account revocation. > >Bill No sooner said than done. Tom From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:41 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.ro.com!news From: rearl@ro.com (Rick Earl) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Need HELP with several rigs!!!! Date: 13 Nov 1995 04:14:48 GMT Organization: Your Organization Lines: 12 Message-ID: <486gno$9hs@central.ro.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ts1p7.ro.com Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.4 Thanx for looking at this message, I need schematics on the following rigs, if you have any of them post a reply to this message and I'll see it on newsgroup. Icom 228H 2m mobile Azden PCS 4000 2m mobile Ranger AR 3300 (clearchannel) Any info would be appreciated, and copy and shipping costs, will be cheerfully covered! 73's Rick From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:42 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!miwok!usenet From: jenglish@sparc1.castles.com (Wang Chung) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Need info on Icom IC-901 Date: 12 Nov 1995 10:05:18 GMT Organization: North Bay Network, Inc. news server - not responsible for content Lines: 10 Message-ID: <484gsu$5be@miwok.nbn.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: castles16.castles.com Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.3 Hello all; I need info on the Icom IC-901. Got the new HRO's catalog in the mail yesterday and could not find this model in it. Is it discontinued? What can this rig do and are the accessories available? Thanks you for reply John jenglish@sparc1.castles.com From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:43 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!elroy.jpl.nasa.gov!usc!sdd.hp.com!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!newsrelay.iastate.edu!hobbes.physics.uiowa.edu!cobra.uni.edu!*Chris Conklin Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Need info on Icom IC-901 Message-ID: <1995Nov13.225557.50573@cobra.uni.edu> From: Conklin@forbin.com (Chris Conkln) Date: 13 Nov 95 22:55:56 -0600 References: <484gsu$5be@miwok.nbn.com> Nntp-Posting-Host: nas2-11.dialup.uni.edu Lines: 19 In article <484gsu$5be@miwok.nbn.com>, jenglish@sparc1.castles.com (Wang Chung) wrote: >Hello all; >I need info on the Icom IC-901. Got the new HRO's catalog in the mail >yesterday and could not find this model in it. Is it discontinued? What >can this rig do and are the accessories available? Aw gone! AES and Radio City have advertised some remaining band units, but the radio was disco-ed in 1994. Too bad too, since Icom's "replacement" only offers the 2/.70/.23cm bands, no choices! (This ain't Burger King, you only get it OUR way!) Have to stick with Kenwood if you want/need 6m or 125cm along with the standard bands in one mobile box. Chris Conklin Amateur Radio station N0PAV Conklin@Forbin.com From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:44 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!Germany.EU.net!wizard.pn.com!ci-pioneer!panda!org!org!*domain!*site!*user!meehan!francois!francois.meehan From: Francois.Meehan@Francois.Meehan@*user@*site.*domain.org.org (Francois Meehan) Date: 12 Nov 95 08:11:00 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Need info on Kenwood TH27 Message-ID: Organization: Fidonet: PandA's Den BBS Usenet: SATINS/Net330 uucp gateway * PandA's Den BBS *Me Lines: 27 From: Francois Meehan Subject: Need info on Kenwood TH27A Organization: Memorial University of Newfoundland I need to have some info on a Kenwood TH27A. Is it a Dual band radio? Can u tell me some features on it? Thanks in advance... -- *********************************************************************** * Francois Meehan, Iron Ore of Canada, Labrador city, Newfoundland * * Canada, Internet: fmeehan@nlnet.nf.ca, phone: (709) 944-8666 * * Fax: (709) 944-8970, Senior Analyst: AS/400 & Novell Network * *********************************************************************** -- |Fidonet: Francois Meehan 1:330/317 |Internet: Francois.Meehan@Francois.Meehan@*user@*site.*domain.org.org | Standard disclaimer: The views of this user are strictly their own. | PandA's Den BBS FidoNet < > internet gateway - email info@panda.org From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:45 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!newsstand.cit.cornell.edu!newsfeed.cit.cornell.edu!cornellcs!uw-beaver!uw-coco!nwnews.wa.com!nwfocus.wa.com!olympus.net!usenet From: star@olympus.net (joey lovato) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: need manuals for ft-101 and drake tr-4 Date: Sun, 12 Nov 1995 05:57:28 GMT Organization: Internet for the Olympic Peninsula Lines: 3 Message-ID: <48427o$oa8@olympus.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: ptpm000.olympus.net X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 just got yaesu ft-101 and fv-101b need manuals and mic. need manual for drake tr-4 From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:46 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.dgsys.com!mail From: Steve Kagan <2WSK000@gc.maricopa.edu> Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Needed: UT-49 DTMF code-squelch/paging board for Icom handheld Date: 15 Nov 1995 00:01:03 GMT Organization: Magus Mail to Usenet Gateway Lines: 16 Message-ID: <01HXN26V9Z2W003G4L@gc.maricopa.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: magus.dgsys.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: TEXT/PLAIN; CHARSET=US-ASCII Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7BIT X-To: rec.radio.amateur.equipment@magus.dgsys.com X-VMS-To: IN%"rec.radio.amateur.equipment@magus.dgsys.com" Originator: nobody@magus.dgsys.com Through this net I have recently acquired an Icom 3SAT handheld (in the IC-2SAT/4SAT series of small HTs). The set is missing the UT-49 Touch-Tone code-squelch/paging board, which I will need to help ham communications with my soon-to-be-licensed wife. If you or someone you know has one of these internal-option boards available, please e-mail me with the scoop. It's OK with me if either the board was purchased but never used, or used but removed and saved when the set in which it was installed was sold. If the board works and the price is reasonable, I'm interested. I will be looking forward to e-mail from any of you who can help. Thanks. Steve N7AJP/Phoenix 2WSK000@gc.maricopa.edu P.S. I have for sale or trade an extra CTCSS (PL-transmit) board (UT-51) for that same series of Icom handheld transceivers. From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:47 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!agate!dog.ee.lbl.gov!newshub.nosc.mil!news!garym From: garym@nosc.mil (Gary A. Morris) Subject: Re: New Radio Shack 2 mtr mobile Message-ID: <1995Nov7.224052.4865@nosc.mil> Sender: news@nosc.mil Organization: NCCOSC RDT&E Division, San Diego, CA References: <1995Nov4.163905.16063@atlas.tntech.edu> Date: Tue, 7 Nov 1995 22:40:52 GMT Lines: 10 dara@physics.att.com (Shel Darack) writes: >Jeff Gold (jmg@tntech.edu) wrote: >: Anyone know anything about the new Radio Shack 2 meter mobile >: rigs. They are on sale for $299 now and it sure looked good. ... >It seems like a decent rig at $300, but not at $350. FWIW, they're $259 at USRadio (800-433-SAVE) right now. It's tempting at that price. --GaryM From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:48 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!munnari.OZ.AU!ihnp4.ucsd.edu!news1.ucsd.edu!nothing.ucsd.edu!brian From: brian@nothing.ucsd.edu (Brian Kantor) Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: New Radio Shack 2 mtr mobile Date: 12 Nov 1995 22:20:42 GMT Organization: The Avant-Garde of the Now, Ltd. Lines: 15 Message-ID: <485rvq$7d6@news2.ucsd.edu> References: <47l3vl$qkt@fnnews.fnal.gov> <48058h$jc9@hg.oro.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: nothing.ucsd.edu Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.swap:50881 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94223 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21372 In article <48058h$jc9@hg.oro.net> rst-engr@oro.net (Jim Weir) writes: >If the question is by newsgroup, the return post should be by newsgroup. I disagree. That is completely against the traditions and accepted etiquette of Usenet news. *********************************************************************** * The responses should be directed by e-mail to the person asking the * * question, who should then post a summary of the responses. * *********************************************************************** That is the correct way to do it. Please consult the various 'network etiquette' documents for more details. - Brian From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:50 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Opinions on new Radio From: clint.bradford@woodybbs.com (Clint Bradford) Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!holonet!colossus.holonet.net!wwswinc!clint.bradford Distribution: world Message-ID: <93.9280.7583.0NFBB7E7@woodybbs.com> Date: Sun, 12 Nov 95 19:09:00 -0500 Organization: WoodyWare Software, Inc. - 516-736-6662 Lines: 18 Subject: Re: Opinions on new Radio Sha >Radio Shack's HTX-212 Mobile Transceiver... >I've heard no serious complaints. Seems to be yet another solid >performer. >Clint Bradford >>Supposed to less vulnerable to intermod being that it only covers >>144-148 but then again it's made by RADIO SHAK ! ACK! What an irritant...the damn thing only covers what it's advertised to cover - and does it well. Clint Bradford --- * TLX v4.00 * ATTENTION to Details AMATEUR RADIO BBS - 909/681-6221 þ wcECHO 4.1 ÷ AR-Net: ATTENTION to Details þ Mira Loma, CA þ 909-681-6221 From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:51 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!tir.com!news From: time@tir.com (Tim English) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Opinions on new Radio Sha Date: Sun, 12 Nov 1995 01:21:01 GMT Organization: The Internet Ramp Lines: 44 Message-ID: <482m2l$3at@ramp2.lisp.com> References: <93.8880.7583.0NFBB759@woodybbs.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: an1.tir.com X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 clint.bradford@woodybbs.com (Clint Bradford) wrote: >Subject: Opinions on new Radio Shack 2M mobile rig? >>>Any reports -- product reviews or just personal opinions -- on the >>>Radio Shack 2M mobile rig? >Radio Shack's HTX-212 Mobile Transceiver... >True FM transmit for superior audio and excellent performance on packet >30 memory channels >Priority channel selection >One call channel >Store up to six 15-number touch-tone sequences for DTMF paging or auto-patch >Microphone, external speaker and antenna jacks >On-microphone DTMF keypad >Multifunction scanning >Dual VFOs for semi-duplex operation >Frequency step selectable >Built-in subaudible tone encoder and decoder >Output power 45 watts(high) 10 watts (low) >Normally $349.99 >ON SALE THIS MONTH!!! $299.00! >Frequency range (Factory) > Transmit...............................144.600-148.000 MHz > Receive...............................136.000-174.000 MHz >Can be modified to transmit in the MARS/CAP band. (Directions included) >I've heard no serious complaints. Seems to be yet another solid >performer. >Clint Bradford >--- > * TLX v4.00 * The worst thing about censorship is ######## > þ wcECHO 4.1 ÷ AR-Net: ATTENTION to Details þ Mira Loma, CA þ 909-681-6221 Supposed to less vulnerable to intermod being that it only covers 144-148 but then again it's made by RADIO SHAK ! ACK! From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:52 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!iglou!iglou2!n4lq From: n4lq@iglou2.iglou.com (Steve Ellington) Subject: Re: Q: How is the new IC-706 on CW please??? X-Nntp-Posting-Host: iglou2.iglou.com Message-ID: Sender: news@iglou.com (News Administrator) Organization: IgLou Internet Services (1-800-436-4456) X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] References: <47s738$kui@tilde.csc.ti.com> Date: Sat, 11 Nov 1995 05:30:14 GMT Lines: 36 : Anyone using the IC706 on HF CW? Curious how it : works, how's the keying, waveform, keyer, qsk, agc, : filters, etc. Joe I've been using the 706 on cw only for about a week now. I have been using my ts940 for 5 years. I've used QSK for 32 years now and usually operate at speeds between 35 and 45 wpm. On the transmitter side of things, the 740 has rather hard keying. Using the semi bk in mode, it sounds acceptable. I have a regular schedule with another 940 user every night. He reports the keying to be "Fair" compared to the 940 in the semi bk in mode. The qsk mode is quite a different story. Frankly, I dont recommend using it unless you use an external keyer to increase your weight. It simply keys the vox relay and it can't keep up. AT 40 wpm it really clips the dits. I bought this for mobile use and am willing to put up with it though. I have been setting the vox speed at .2 seconds. This is fast enough for most qsos and sounds good on the other end. The first dit doesn't seem to be clipped either. The internal keyer is nice but there is no weight control, just a ratio adjustment which IC trys to put over as a weight adjustment! Actually, all it does is change the lenght of the dashes. The reciever is quite good and in some respects better than the 940. The main thing I like is the IF shift. The 940 has a varible bandwith adjustment but I have problems with QRN here. The 706's shift control allows me to move the passband out to the edge thus clipping off the high frequency static. This is much like the old Drake R4. I got the 500 kc filter. It's skirts aren't as sharp as the 940 since the 940 has two sets of 500hz filters. Overall, I like it and don't think you can do much better for the price. Beside, it fits in the hole where my ash tray is on my van! -- Steve Ellington N4LQ@IGLOU.COM Louisville, Ky From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:53 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!usc!howland.reston.ans.net!news-e1a.megaweb.com!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: roy5715936@aol.com (ROY5715936) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: R390 FS Date: 13 Nov 1995 12:36:55 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 2 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <487vnn$g9s@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: roy5715936@aol.com (ROY5715936) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com R390 excellent condition, all knobs and meters, works and looks 100% 350.00 includes shipping. From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:54 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!munnari.OZ.AU!news.uwa.edu.au!classic.iinet.com.au!swing.iinet.net.au!usenet From: fraser@iinet.net.au (Earle Fraser) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Radio Links Galore Date: Mon, 13 Nov 1995 16:53:41 GMT Organization: iiNet Technologies Lines: 9 Message-ID: <487sob$u0k@swing.iinet.net.au> NNTP-Posting-Host: grunge195.nv.iinet.net.au X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Hi OM, Have a look at my Amateur Radio related links @ www.iinet.net.au/~fraser. Let me know of any additions or corrections. 73's de Earle - VK6EEF@VK6WFH.#PER.#WA.AUS.OC fraser@iinet.net.au From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:55 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!simtel!torn!nott!bcarh189.bnr.ca!nrtphba6.bnr.ca!brtph500.bnr.ca!news From: Raul Salazar Newsgroups: soc.culture.venezuela,soc.culture.uruguay,soc.culture.spain,soc.culture.peru,soc.culture.mexican.american,soc.culture.latin-america,soc.culture.ecuador,soc.culture.cuba,soc.culture.colombia,soc.culture.chile,soc.culture.bolivia,soc.culture.argentina,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.antenna Subject: Re: RADIOAFICIOANDOS ENLAZADOS VIA INTERNET Date: 14 Nov 1995 19:28:32 GMT Organization: Bell Northern Research Lines: 6 Message-ID: <48aql0$1gt@brtph500.bnr.ca> References: <48844s$9sp@hercules.dic.uchile.cl> NNTP-Posting-Host: brtph597.bnr.ca Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1 (X11; I; HP-UX A.09.05 9000/712) X-URL: news:48844s$9sp@hercules.dic.uchile.cl Xref: news.epix.net soc.culture.venezuela:42960 soc.culture.uruguay:4322 soc.culture.spain:81016 soc.culture.peru:10282 soc.culture.mexican.american:7617 soc.culture.latin-america:38780 soc.culture.ecuador:3956 soc.culture.cuba:29678 soc.culture.colombia:11600 soc.culture.chile:30851 soc.culture.bolivia:9913 soc.culture.argentina:26700 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94308 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11572 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21427 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12627 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17115 Por primera vez veo un cross-posting que valio la pena. Ojala que este tipo de informacion (calidad) continue. Raul From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:56 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!math.ohio-state.edu!jussieu.fr!rain.fr!world-net!usenet From: bruno.besace@fnet.fr (Besace) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Reaquest about Standard C478 MODS Date: 12 Nov 1995 18:11:42 GMT Organization: World-Net information exchange, Internet provider. Lines: 24 Message-ID: <485dcu$sbr@aldebaran.sct.fr> NNTP-Posting-Host: client87.sct.fr X-Posted-From: InterNews 1.0.2@client87.sct.fr Xdisclaimer: No attempt was made to authenticate the sender's name. I have a Standard handheld transceiver model C478. At this day, my transceiver translate in UHF band twice 400.000 Mhz to 491.330 Mhz. At the lower frequency, when i want to transmit under that limit, my transmitter write "OFF". So, it is an operation not authorized from my transceiver. But in the upper band (like 498,000 Mhz for example), he did not transmit on that frequency and the screen twinkled. So, i want to know why that differencies, and may be if it is possible to modifiate the lower limit to transmit in the 380 Mhz band. That model of transmitter can too transmit a low power signal on VHF band. And i meet the same problem with the lower (100,000 Mhz) and upper (190,000 Mhz limit transmit. Is it someone that knows how to modifiate my transceiver for a really largest transceiver? Thanks, in advance, 73, Bruno, F1IQD From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:58 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!nuclear.microserve.net!pinetree From: jackl@pinetree.microserve.com (WB3U) Newsgroups: rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap,rec.roller-coaster,rec.running,rec.scouting,rec.scuba,rec.skiing.alpine Subject: Replies to Burt Fisher are Spamming the Net Date: Mon, 13 Nov 95 17:37:40 GMT Organization: Microserve Information Systems (800)-380-INET Lines: 9 Distribution: world Message-ID: <489a3b$l31@crash.microserve.net> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825eh$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> NNTP-Posting-Host: pinetree.microserve.com X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #4 Xref: news.epix.net rec.puzzles:52078 rec.puzzles.crosswords:4604 rec.pyrotechnics:37658 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17107 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12619 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21418 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11566 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94290 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31853 rec.radio.amateur.space:5743 rec.radio.cb:24437 rec.radio.noncomm:4975 rec.radio.scanner:40688 rec.radio.shortwave:66056 rec.radio.swap:50964 rec.roller-coaster:23193 rec.running:45265 rec.scouting:37641 rec.scuba:80283 rec.skiing.alpine:32899 To all readers: Please check the "Post To:" or "Newsgroups:" listing in your newsreader before responding to Burt Fisher. He is spamming many groups with his posts and your followups are doing the same. Thanks, Jack From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:37:59 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!alterdial.uu.net!not-for-mail From: Burt Fisher Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.antenna Subject: Rules of ham DUMB. Date: 11 Nov 1995 21:42:40 GMT Lines: 22 Message-ID: <4835cg$ks1@alterdial.UU.NET> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: 199.172.47.193 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.swap:50793 rec.radio.shortwave:65920 rec.radio.scanner:40586 rec.radio.amateur.space:5685 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31795 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94174 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11518 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21336 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12565 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17039 Ham operator Jokes: 1. What is the thinnest book in the world? What hams know about women. 2. How does a ham take a bubble bath? He eats beans for dinner. 3. What's a ham's idea of foreplay? A half hour of contesting. 4. How can you tell if a ham is sexually excited? If he's still breathing. 5. How many hams does it take to change a roll of toilet paper? We don't know...it has never happened. 6. What's a ham's idea of helping with the housework? Lifting his leg so you can vacuum. 7. What does a ham consider a seven course meal? A hot dog and a six pack of beer. From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:00 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsat!uswc.uswest.com!usenet From: "Dennis A. Mason" Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.antenna Subject: Re: Rules of ham DUMB. Date: 12 Nov 1995 03:09:03 GMT Organization: USWest SA news server Lines: 2 Message-ID: <483ogf$4j5@sanews.uswc.uswest.com> References: <4835cg$ks1@alterdial.UU.NET> NNTP-Posting-Host: 151.116.178.206 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (X11; I; SunOS 5.4 sun4m) X-URL: news:4835cg$ks1@alterdial.UU.NET Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.swap:50812 rec.radio.shortwave:65931 rec.radio.scanner:40606 rec.radio.amateur.space:5690 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31805 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94188 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11525 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21346 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12573 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17053 well burt sounds like you are very educated. From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:01 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.inc.net!uwm.edu!lll-winken.llnl.gov!decwrl!amd!netcomsv!uu4news.netcom.com!netcomsv!uu3news.netcom.com!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: randolw@ix.netcom.com (Randol D. Williams ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.antenna Subject: Re: Rules of ham DUMB. Date: 12 Nov 1995 03:21:00 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 27 Message-ID: <483p6s$kk4@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> References: <4835cg$ks1@alterdial.UU.NET> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-mia3-19.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Sat Nov 11 7:21:00 PM PST 1995 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.swap:50826 rec.radio.shortwave:65949 rec.radio.scanner:40610 rec.radio.amateur.space:5693 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31810 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94194 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11526 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21350 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12575 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17057 In <4835cg$ks1@alterdial.UU.NET> Burt Fisher writes: > >Ham operator Jokes: > >1. What is the thinnest book in the world? > What hams know about women. > >2. How does a ham take a bubble bath? > He eats beans for dinner. > >3. What's a ham's idea of foreplay? > A half hour of contesting. > >4. How can you tell if a ham is sexually excited? > If he's still breathing. > >5. How many hams does it take to change a roll of toilet paper? > We don't know...it has never happened. > >6. What's a ham's idea of helping with the housework? > Lifting his leg so you can vacuum. > >7. What does a ham consider a seven course meal? > A hot dog and a six pack of beer. What kinda beer? Can or bottle? From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:02 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!castle.nando.net!news From: Dave Hockaday Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.antenna Subject: Re: Rules of ham DUMB. Date: 13 Nov 1995 02:19:37 GMT Organization: News & Observer Public Access Lines: 41 Message-ID: <4869vp$odu@castle.nando.net> References: <4835cg$ks1@alterdial.UU.NET> <483p6s$kk4@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <485olj$kgm@castle.nando.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: grail716.nando.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) To: cmedico@nando.net Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.swap:51024 rec.radio.shortwave:66101 rec.radio.scanner:40731 rec.radio.amateur.space:5751 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31871 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94346 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11586 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21443 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12639 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17124 cmedico@nando.net wrote: > >In Article<485olj$kgm@castle.nando.net>, write: >> Path: castle.nando.net!news >> From: Dave Hockaday >> Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amate= ur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.antenna >> Subject: Re: Rules of ham DUMB. >> Date: 12 Nov 1995 21:24:03 GMT >> Organization: News & Observer Public Access >> Lines: 12 >> Message-ID: <485olj$kgm@castle.nando.net> >> References: <4835cg$ks1@alterdial.UU.NET> <483p6s$kk4@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> >> NNTP-Posting-Host: grail512.nando.net >> Mime-Version: 1.0 >> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii >> Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit >> X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) >> To: randolw@ix.netcom.com >> Xref: castle.nando.net rec.radio.swap:47712 rec.radio.shortwave:61743 rec.radio.scanner:27055 rec.radio.amateur.space:5081 rec.ra= dio.amateur.policy:29534 rec.radio.amateur.misc:88528 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:10278 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:18962 rec.radio.a= mateur.digital.misc:10944 rec.radio >amateur.antenna:15344 >> >> >>7. What does a ham consider a seven course meal? >> >> A hot dog and a six pack of beer. >> > >> >What kinda beer? Can or bottle? >> >> That is a question that deserves some serious consideration. I thought it >> sounded like the perfect meal (I would require 2 hotdogs, though). Throw >> in some chips and you're living good :-) >> >> Dave WB4IUY >> >So Dave, What do you do on the weekends??? >Chris KC4YLE Partake of perfect meals, for one :-)... WB4IUY From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:03 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news1.sunbelt.net!usenet From: Steve.Breland@rmh.edu (Steve Breland) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap Subject: re: spamming the net - was Re: The idiot ham trade. Date: Mon, 13 Nov 1995 23:03:53 GMT Organization: Richland Memorial Hospital Lines: 14 Message-ID: <488fb2$ehk@news1.sunbelt.net> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825eh$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> NNTP-Posting-Host: seb.rmh.edu X-Newsreader: Forte Agent .99a.107 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17104 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12616 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21412 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11563 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94287 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31850 rec.radio.amateur.space:5741 rec.radio.cb:24435 rec.radio.noncomm:4973 rec.radio.scanner:40682 rec.radio.shortwave:66053 rec.radio.swap:50960 Burt Fisher wrote: >I said: "I have a VIC 20 I want to trade for a IC-781" (how long do we >have read thesre messages where some ham wants to trade his junk for >something woth something). > Burt, How's about trimming the non-radio groups from your posting Newsgroups? Thanks, -Steve email: Steve.Breland@rmh.edu From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:04 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: stelpony@ix.netcom.com (Steel Pony ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap Subject: Still Need Sinadder info/manual Date: 12 Nov 1995 22:48:11 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 10 Message-ID: <485tjb$bg@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825d3$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> <30a6439c.3935195@165.113.1.21> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-ont6-01.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Sun Nov 12 2:48:11 PM PST 1995 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17071 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12589 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21373 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11538 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94224 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31821 rec.radio.amateur.space:5709 rec.radio.cb:24399 rec.radio.noncomm:4964 rec.radio.scanner:40633 rec.radio.shortwave:65986 rec.radio.swap:50886 Hi fellow hams: Still looking for info on Sinadder Model #S-101. Also willing to trade a goodie from the qrp junque box for good data. OR willing to pay cos- ts for repro's. Tnx, John, N5INZ From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:05 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!info.ucla.edu!ihnp4.ucsd.edu!news1.ucsd.edu!news-mail-gateway From: djarrett@gc.NET (Dave Jarrett) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: subscribe Date: 15 Nov 95 00:53:01 GMT Organization: ucsd usenet gateway Lines: 7 Message-ID: <199511142355.TAA24161@global.gc.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: ucsd.edu Originator: daemon@ucsd.edu subscribe ham-equip@ucsd.edu *********************************************** * Dave Jarrett KF4APJ FM17 Hampton, VA * * GL0BAL TELECOM BBS 804-723-5728 * * E-Mail djarrett@gc.net FidoNet 1:271/305 * *********************************************** From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:06 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!ncar!noao!math.arizona.edu!news.Arizona.EDU!seds!chrisl From: chrisl@SEDS.LPL.Arizona.EDU (Chris Lewicki) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Suggestions for first portable Date: 11 Nov 1995 17:05:27 GMT Organization: University of Arizona SEDS Lines: 13 Message-ID: <482l4n$i78@news.ccit.arizona.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: seds.lpl.arizona.edu X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Hi Folks, I just passed my Technician's test this morning and I'm looking to buy a handheld radio. In general, the Yeasu and Kenwood units look the most attractive to me, in particular, I think I like the Yeasu FT 11, and the 51 (are these number right?) I suppose I have $300 or so to spend (maybe a little more), but I'd probably want to get a used one. Are the dual-bands all that useful, or would a 2m unit be fine? -- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Christopher A. Lewicki + (520) 703-5542 + Maintainer of SEDS.LPL.Arizona.EDU Chair, Students for the Exploration and Development of Space (SEDS-USA) From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:07 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!eff!blanket.mitre.org!linus.mitre.org!lfreitas.mitre.org!user From: lfreitas@mitre.com (Larry Freitas) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Suggestions for first portable Date: Mon, 13 Nov 1995 07:40:58 -0500 Organization: The Mitre Corp. Lines: 32 Message-ID: References: <482l4n$i78@news.ccit.arizona.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: lfreitas.mitre.org Hi Chris; I have a YAESU FT-530 HT that is about two years old, and is not getting very much use. Therefor I would like to sell it. The 530 is a 2m/440 HT that comes with: 7.2V 600ma Battery Battery Charger MH-12 Speaker Mike C-DC-5B Power adapter for the Car Operating Manual The 530 will be sold as a package only. My price is $350 or B.O. this radio package. If you are interested in this radio or need more information contact me via e-mail lfreitas@mitre.org. Thanks 73 de N1KLF Larry. In article <482l4n$i78@news.ccit.arizona.edu>, chrisl@SEDS.LPL.Arizona.EDU (Chris Lewicki) wrote: > Hi Folks, > I just passed my Technician's test this morning and I'm looking > to buy a handheld radio. > In general, the Yeasu and Kenwood units look the most attractive > to me, in particular, I think I like the Yeasu FT 11, and the 51 (are > these number right?) I suppose I have $300 or so to spend (maybe a > little more), but I'd probably want to get a used one. > Are the dual-bands all that useful, or would a 2m unit be fine? > > -- > ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ > Christopher A. Lewicki + (520) 703-5542 + Maintainer of SEDS.LPL.Arizona.EDU > Chair, Students for the Exploration and Development of Space (SEDS-USA) From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:08 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!world!indra.com!coopnews.coop.net!news.den.mmc.com!news.vf.mmc.com!eng112!tcmayo From: tcmayo@eng112 (Tom Mayo N1RMU) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Suggestions for first portable Date: 13 Nov 1995 21:04:02 GMT Organization: Lockheed Martin Corp, Valley Forge PA Lines: 30 Message-ID: <488bs2$jl1@morgan.vf.mmc.com> References: <482l4n$i78@news.ccit.arizona.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: eng112.psf.ge.com X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Chris Lewicki (chrisl@SEDS.LPL.Arizona.EDU) wrote: : Hi Folks, : I just passed my Technician's test this morning and I'm looking : to buy a handheld radio. : In general, the Yeasu and Kenwood units look the most attractive : to me, in particular, I think I like the Yeasu FT 11, and the 51 (are : these number right?) I suppose I have $300 or so to spend (maybe a : little more), but I'd probably want to get a used one. : Are the dual-bands all that useful, or would a 2m unit be fine? (0) Congratulations! Now get started with morse code to add flavor to your amateur radio experience. Nothing beats it for meditative and rewarding communications. (1) Getting a dual band HT is not much of a price adder over a 2m single band radio, so it's not a bad idea. (2) The Yaesu FT-51R is only 2W and will not have great range. Consider the FT-51RH at 5W. I don't have either radio, so I can't say for sure if it's as great as I've heard it is. (3) Depending on how much money you want to spend, I would strongly advise getting a new radio, especially if you are getting an HT. They get beat on. (4) I like Icoms. Get a W31A. I have a W21AT and like it. Actually, there probably isn't too much difference between new sexy HTs, so it probably doesn't matter. (5) I am very excited for you. Buying a radio is a very fun experience. -- Tom Mayo E-MAIL: WORK: tcmayo@mntr02.psf.ge.com HOME: mayo@adams.berk.net N1RMU PACKET: N1RMU @ WA2UMX.#ENY.NY.US.NA .. ._.. .. _._ . _._. .__ For PGP public key, e-mail me at work with subject send_pgp_key. From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:09 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!mnemosyne.cs.du.edu!hermes.cair.du.edu!mercury.cair.du.edu!not-for-mail From: awinterb@du.edu (Art Winterbauer) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc Subject: swap/buy xtals for Regency HR-2A 2-meter xcvr (antique) Date: 12 Nov 1995 17:35:18 -0700 Organization: University of Denver Lines: 60 Message-ID: <4863s6$ns1@mercury.cair.du.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: mercury.cair.du.edu Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21431 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94315 Keywords: antique 2-meter two-meter transceiver crystal xtal Cc: Will buy/swap HC-25U crystals for Regency 2-meter transceiver, model HR-2A. WANT (buy or swap) XTAL_FREQ TYPE ACTUAL FQ --------- ---- --------- 146.445 TX 6.101875 MHZ 146.445 RX 45.24833 MHZ 147.225 RX 45.50833 MHZ 147.825 TX 6.159375 MHZ 146.64 RX 45.31333 MHZ 146.04 TX 6.085000 MHZ HAVE (sell or swap) XTAL_FREQ TYPE ACTUAL FQ --------- ---- --------- 146.910 R 45.40333 146.310 T 6.09625 148.34 ? ? 146.78 R? 45.36000? 146.85 R 45.38333 146.88 T 6.12000 146.88 R? 45.39333 145.010 T 6.04208 145.010 R 44.77000 Specifications: RX XTALS: Freq. tolerance of .001% 3rd overtone Series resonance of 250 Hz Max. equivalent series resistance of 35 ohms Drive level of 2 MW Holder HC-25/U TX XTALS: Freq. tolerance of .001% @ 25 deg. C, .0015% from -10 to +60 deg. C Fundamental mode Load capacity of 32 pf Max. series resistance of 40 ohms Drive level of 2 MW Holder HC-25/U Art N0OQS awinterb@du.edu -- Art awinterb@du.edu OR awinterb@diana.cair.du.edu From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:10 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!alterdial.uu.net!not-for-mail From: Burt Fisher Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.antenna Subject: THE biggest THE ham THE problem. Date: 11 Nov 1995 21:43:37 GMT Lines: 25 Message-ID: <4835e9$ks1@alterdial.UU.NET> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: 199.172.47.193 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: multipart/mixed; boundary="-------------------------------46492684123405" X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.swap:50794 rec.radio.shortwave:65921 rec.radio.scanner:40587 rec.radio.amateur.space:5686 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31796 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94175 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11519 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21337 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12566 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17040 This is a multi-part message in MIME format. ---------------------------------46492684123405 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii From K1OIK: ---------------------------------46492684123405 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Content-Type: text/plain Frequently I hear hams say, THE name HERE is______. How often do you say when you meet someone (assuming your name is Charlie), THE name HERE is Charlie? You never do that right? After to do so is so impersonal and asinine that you would not want to seem like a fool-then why do it on the air? Just because you are a ham is no excuse not to be personal. Of course you could really sound like THE jerk of the year by saying, THE first personal here is Charlie (at least if you are not personal-you are using the word-albeit it in an extremely impersonal way). Also why say "here", is your name any different when you are "there?" 73 from we here (not there) at K1OIK where THE name are Burt. ---------------------------------46492684123405-- From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:12 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!alterdial.uu.net!not-for-mail From: Burt Fisher Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.antenna Subject: Re: THE Burt Date: 13 Nov 1995 01:47:11 GMT Lines: 23 Message-ID: <48682v$l55@alterdial.UU.NET> References: <4835e9$ks1@alterdial.UU.NET> <485uds$na4@ixnews2.ix.netcom.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: 199.172.47.193 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) To: timhynde@ix.netcom.com Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.swap:50900 rec.radio.shortwave:65999 rec.radio.scanner:40635 rec.radio.amateur.space:5712 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31829 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94236 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11540 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21376 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12592 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17072 timhynde@ix.netcom.com (Tim Hynde ka8ddz/qrp Rochester, MI ) wrote: >Did it ever occour to you that meeting someone in person is differnt >than meeting them on the air? In my 15 brief years as a ham and SWL I >have never heard a conversation, amateur or commercial that resembled >one I would have with someone face to face. >Tim Hynde ka8ddz You mean in person you are supposed to sound like a person but on the air sounding like an ass is OK? All my conversations are spoken as much as they would be in person as possible. #================#=====================================================# | Burt Fisher | Teacher of video, broadcasting and electronics | | Amateur call | South Dennis, Ma. (Cape Cod) | | K1OIK | The less you say, the more people will remember | #================#=====================================================# | k1oik@ccsnet.com fisher@meol.mass.edu | #======================================================================# From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:13 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: chef_don@ix.netcom.com (Donald R. Sanchez ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.antenna Subject: Re: THE Burt Date: 13 Nov 1995 03:40:19 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 36 Message-ID: <486en3$b5f@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> References: <4835e9$ks1@alterdial.UU.NET> <485uds$na4@ixnews2.ix.netcom.com> <48682v$l55@alterdial.UU.NET> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-slc3-23.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Sun Nov 12 7:40:19 PM PST 1995 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.swap:50921 rec.radio.shortwave:66007 rec.radio.scanner:40648 rec.radio.amateur.space:5722 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31838 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94256 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11545 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21385 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12601 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17082 In <48682v$l55@alterdial.UU.NET> Burt Fisher writes: > > >timhynde@ix.netcom.com (Tim Hynde ka8ddz/qrp Rochester, MI ) wrote: > >>Did it ever occour to you that meeting someone in person is differnt >>than meeting them on the air? In my 15 brief years as a ham and SWL I >>have never heard a conversation, amateur or commercial that resembled >>one I would have with someone face to face. > >>Tim Hynde ka8ddz > >You mean in person you are supposed to sound like a person but on >the air sounding like an ass is OK? All my conversations are spoken >as much as they would be in person as possible. > >#================#==================================================== # >| Burt Fisher | Teacher of video, broadcasting and electronics | >| Amateur call | South Dennis, Ma. (Cape Cod) | >| K1OIK | The less you say, the more people will remember | >#================#==================================================== # >| k1oik@ccsnet.com fisher@meol.mass.edu | >#===================================================================== # > > on the air he tries to come through as much of a person as possible, but on the internet he comes through as quite the ASS! From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:14 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!ix-nhv-ct1-26 From: ka1kjz@ix.netcom.com (Ronald C. Barnes) Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.antenna Subject: Re: THE Burt Date: Mon, 13 Nov 95 15:55:59 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 29 Message-ID: <487put$pf2@ixnews2.ix.netcom.com> References: <4835e9$ks1@alterdial.UU.NET> <485uds$na4@ixnews2.ix.netcom.com> <48682v$l55@alterdial.UU.NET> <486en3$b5f@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-nhv-ct1-26.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Mon Nov 13 7:58:21 AM PST 1995 X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #4 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.swap:50939 rec.radio.shortwave:66034 rec.radio.scanner:40671 rec.radio.amateur.space:5731 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31841 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94271 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11551 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21395 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12607 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17090 In article <486en3$b5f@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com>, chef_don@ix.netcom.com (Donald R. Sanchez ) wrote: _____ LOTS OF STUFF NUKED _____ > >on the air he tries to come through as much of a person as possible, >but on the internet he comes through as quite the ASS! Here's an original idea here.... IGNORE THE ASS... KILL FILES ARE OUR FRIENDS I added Burt to my killfile, and WHOA.. the number of messages my newsreader thinks it has is about half what it was. Now... if there is only a way of filtering out responses. -- **************************************************************** The opinions contained herein are mine and mine alone, so there! For only I am capable of spewing forth such absurdities and my boss / internet provider / own mother will laugh heartily at any attempt to bring them into this and disavow any knowlege of me. Then we'll have a beer and have a good laugh at your expense. **************************************************************** From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:15 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.antenna Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!eskimo!news From: STOP @CROSS-POSTING.COM Subject: Re: THE Burt X-Nntp-Posting-Host: tia1.eskimo.com Message-ID: Followup-To: k1oik@ccsnet.com Keywords: cross-posting Sender: news@eskimo.com (News User Id) Reply-To: fisher@meol.mass.edu Organization: NoMoreCross-posting Inc. X-Newsreader: Forte Agent .99.82 References: <4835e9$ks1@alterdial.UU.NET> <485uds$na4@ixnews2.ix.netcom.com> <48682v$l55@alterdial.UU.NET> Date: Mon, 13 Nov 1995 16:05:22 GMT Lines: 46 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.swap:50958 rec.radio.shortwave:66050 rec.radio.scanner:40680 rec.radio.amateur.space:5739 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31848 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94282 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11561 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21410 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12614 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17102 Burt Fisher wrote: >timhynde@ix.netcom.com (Tim Hynde ka8ddz/qrp Rochester, MI ) wrote: >>Did it ever occour to you that meeting someone in person is differnt >>than meeting them on the air? In my 15 brief years as a ham and SWL I >>have never heard a conversation, amateur or commercial that resembled >>one I would have with someone face to face. >>Tim Hynde ka8ddz >You mean in person you are supposed to sound like a person but on >the air sounding like an ass is OK? All my conversations are spoken >as much as they would be in person as possible. >#================#=====================================================# >| Burt Fisher | Teacher of video, broadcasting and electronics | >| Amateur call | South Dennis, Ma. (Cape Cod) | >| K1OIK | The less you say, the more people will remember | >#================#=====================================================# >| k1oik@ccsnet.com fisher@meol.mass.edu | >#======================================================================# COME ON BURT !!!!!!!!!!!!! >rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.amateur..space, >rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew, >rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.antenna BURT, Annoying, slandering, mean-spirited are all easy attributes and you excel in every field. You occasionally kinda sorta show some intelligence. Why don't you quit taking the LAZY route of cross-posting, and instead narrow it to the respective group. If seeing the responses generated by your remarks fascinates you, I'm sure somewhere in the halls of M.U. is a psychology professor that may be able to help you. Of course, practicing what you preach would be nice too !!! >| Burt Fisher | The less you say, the more people will remember | regards, founding member of the Stamp Out Cross-Posters Society SOCS From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:17 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: asource@ix.netcom.com (InterSource ) Newsgroups: rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap,rec.roller-coaster,rec.running,rec.scouting,rec.scuba,rec.skiing.alpine Subject: Re: The idiot ham trade. Date: 12 Nov 1995 20:41:17 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 46 Message-ID: <485m5d$gqq@ixnews4.ix.netcom.com> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825eh$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-lv6-01.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Sun Nov 12 12:41:17 PM PST 1995 Xref: news.epix.net rec.puzzles:52044 rec.puzzles.crosswords:4592 rec.pyrotechnics:37623 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17070 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12588 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21370 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11537 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94221 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31820 rec.radio.amateur.space:5707 rec.radio.cb:24398 rec.radio.noncomm:4963 rec.radio.scanner:40631 rec.radio.shortwave:65983 rec.radio.swap:50879 rec.roller-coaster:23176 rec.running:45204 rec.scouting:37605 rec.scuba:80205 rec.skiing.alpine:32815 In <4825eh$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> Burt Fisher writes: > >I said: "I have a VIC 20 I want to trade for a IC-781" (how long do we >have read thesre messages where some ham wants to trade his junk for >something woth something). > > >From: KH2KQ@KA6EYH.#NOCAL.CA.USA.NOAM >To : K1OIK@KQ1K.MA.USA.NA Burt there is a Salvation Army Thrift Store in Thornton Colorado (on Washington Blvd.) that as of last week, had a box with 4 Vic 20's for sale for $10 --- is that a hint ???? --- surely you were not serious about that type of trade or was it a typo.> >Hello Burt, > >You actually got one of those VIC-20's you wanna trade? > >I do not have a Icom 781, but I does have a Kenwood 950SDX - howsa bout dat? > >Only problem is dat it am attached under the counter of a 36 foot >motorhome. So if youse trade for da 950 youse gotta take the motorhome >too. Its got a generator and only 123 actual miles. But the problem der >is dat it am havin a dead battery and it can't start and it is in the >driveway of my vacation home at the beach in Malibu - so youse also >gotta take the house in Malibu if youse want the 950SDX. > >Howsomever, there is a beach bunny and her girlfriend that said they >would just die if I sold the Malibu house on the beach, so they come >with the house and the motorhome and the radio. > >If dat am OK, then weese got a deal! > >Oh yeah, does the VIC-20 got a DC power supply with it? > >By the by, if you hear of anyone who has a Kenwood TS-50 attached to a >Mercedes 450SLC - I would like to trade a Radio Shack 202 for it!!!!!!! > >73 de Chuck From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:18 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!globe.indirect.com!grizzarv From: grizzarv@indirect.com (Robert V. Grizzard) Newsgroups: rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap,rec.roller-coaster,rec.running,rec.scouting,rec.scuba,rec.skiing.alpine Subject: Re: The idiot ham trade. Followup-To: rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap,rec.roller-coaster,rec.running,rec.scouting,rec.scuba,rec.skiing.alpine Date: 12 Nov 1995 21:49:34 GMT Organization: Internet Direct, Inc. Lines: 9 Message-ID: <485q5e$34s@globe.indirect.com> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825eh$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> <485m5d$gqq@ixnews4.ix.netcom.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: bud.indirect.com X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Xref: news.epix.net rec.puzzles:52049 rec.puzzles.crosswords:4594 rec.pyrotechnics:37629 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17074 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12595 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21378 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11542 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94247 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31834 rec.radio.amateur.space:5715 rec.radio.cb:24402 rec.radio.noncomm:4965 rec.radio.scanner:40638 rec.radio.shortwave:66004 rec.radio.swap:50912 rec.roller-coaster:23179 rec.running:45220 rec.scouting:37611 rec.scuba:80218 rec.skiing.alpine:32831 InterSource (asource@ix.netcom.com) wrote: : In <4825eh$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> Burt Fisher writes: : >From: KH2KQ@KA6EYH.#NOCAL.CA.USA.NOAM : >To : K1OIK@KQ1K.MA.USA.NA [chomp] Folks, can we trim those followup-to lines? This has nothing to do with pyrotechnics or rocketry. Or puzzles. Or skiing. Or - but you *do* have the idea, right? From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:19 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!EU.net!Germany.EU.net!wizard.pn.com!ci-pioneer!panda!org!org!*domain!*site!*user!intersource!intersource From: Intersource@Intersource@*user@*site.*domain.org.org (Intersource) Date: 12 Nov 95 15:41:00 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: The idiot ham trade. Message-ID: Organization: Fidonet: PandA's Den BBS Usenet: SATINS/Net330 uucp gateway * PandA's Den BBS *Ne Lines: 56 From: asource@ix.netcom.com (InterSource ) Subject: Re: The idiot ham trade. Organization: Netcom In <4825eh$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> Burt Fisher writes: > >I said: "I have a VIC 20 I want to trade for a IC-781" (how long do we >have read thesre messages where some ham wants to trade his junk for >something woth something). > > >From: KH2KQ@KA6EYH.#NOCAL.CA.USA.NOAM >To : K1OIK@KQ1K.MA.USA.NA Burt there is a Salvation Army Thrift Store in Thornton Colorado (on Washington Blvd.) that as of last week, had a box with 4 Vic 20's for sale for $10 --- is that a hint ???? --- surely you were not serious about that type of trade or was it a typo.> >Hello Burt, > >You actually got one of those VIC-20's you wanna trade? > >I do not have a Icom 781, but I does have a Kenwood 950SDX - howsa bout dat? > >Only problem is dat it am attached under the counter of a 36 foot >motorhome. So if youse trade for da 950 youse gotta take the motorhome >too. Its got a generator and only 123 actual miles. But the problem der >is dat it am havin a dead battery and it can't start and it is in the >driveway of my vacation home at the beach in Malibu - so youse also >gotta take the house in Malibu if youse want the 950SDX. > >Howsomever, there is a beach bunny and her girlfriend that said they >would just die if I sold the Malibu house on the beach, so they come >with the house and the motorhome and the radio. > >If dat am OK, then weese got a deal! > >Oh yeah, does the VIC-20 got a DC power supply with it? > >By the by, if you hear of anyone who has a Kenwood TS-50 attached to a >Mercedes 450SLC - I would like to trade a Radio Shack 202 for it!!!!!!! > >73 de Chuck -- |Fidonet: Intersource 1:330/317 |Internet: Intersource@Intersource@*user@*site.*domain.org.org | Standard disclaimer: The views of this user are strictly their own. | PandA's Den BBS FidoNet < > internet gateway - email info@panda.org From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:20 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.dx.net!fangz.com!whirlwind From: whirlwind@fangz.com () Newsgroups: rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap,rec.running,rec.scouting,rec.scuba,rec.skiing.alpine Subject: Re: The idiot ham trade. Followup-To: rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap,rec.running,rec.scouting,rec.scuba,rec.skiing.alpine Date: 13 Nov 1995 17:23:23 GMT Organization: The DataXchange Network, Inc Lines: 11 Message-ID: <487uub$jod@news.dx.net> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825eh$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> <485m5d$gqq@ixnews4.ix.netcom.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: fangz.com X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Xref: news.epix.net rec.puzzles:52066 rec.puzzles.crosswords:4601 rec.pyrotechnics:37651 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17093 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12610 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21397 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11553 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94274 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31843 rec.radio.amateur.space:5734 rec.radio.cb:24429 rec.radio.noncomm:4968 rec.radio.scanner:40673 rec.radio.shortwave:66039 rec.radio.swap:50946 rec.running:45249 rec.scouting:37628 rec.scuba:80256 rec.skiing.alpine:32872 Speaking of idiots, this wound up in a very inappropritate newsgroup. I've taken the liberty of leaving that newsgroup out of further discussion. -- ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Barry K. Swank, Jr. Rochester, NY Whirlwind@fangz.com Sig under construction! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:22 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!i-2000.com!usenet From: dougrand@i-2000.com (Doug Randall) Newsgroups: rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap,rec.roller-coaster,rec.running,rec.scouting,rec.scuba,rec.skiing.alpine Subject: Re: The idiot ham trade. Date: Mon, 13 Nov 1995 22:08:45 GMT Organization: I-2000 Inc. - Internet Services Lines: 23 Message-ID: <488ff6$srk@i-2000.com> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825eh$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> NNTP-Posting-Host: dougrand.dh.i-2000.com X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Xref: news.epix.net rec.puzzles:52072 rec.puzzles.crosswords:4603 rec.pyrotechnics:37654 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17096 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12613 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21406 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11557 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94279 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31845 rec.radio.amateur.space:5737 rec.radio.cb:24433 rec.radio.noncomm:4971 rec.radio.scanner:40679 rec.radio.shortwave:66045 rec.radio.swap:50955 rec.roller-coaster:23191 rec.running:45259 rec.scouting:37635 rec.scuba:80267 rec.skiing.alpine:32879 Burt Fisher wrote: >I said: "I have a VIC 20 I want to trade for a IC-781" (how long do we >Howsomever, there is a beach bunny and her girlfriend that said they >would just die if I sold the Malibu house on the beach, so they come >with the house and the motorhome and the radio. >By the by, if you hear of anyone who has a Kenwood TS-50 attached to a >Mercedes 450SLC - I would like to trade a Radio Shack 202 for it!!!!!!! > >73 de Chuck Hello Chuck, I gotta Mercedes 350SL and it comes with a Alinco DR600. Been thinking that I might want to trade for those two beach bunnies if you don't want them any more... 73's Doug KN2Y From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:23 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!mr.net!news.mr.net!mixer.visi.com!usenet From: stevesam@visi.com (stevesam@visi.com) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap Subject: Re: The idiot ham trade. Date: Mon, 13 Nov 1995 20:42:37 GMT Organization: Vector Internet Services Lines: 12 Message-ID: <488apa$f88@mixer.visi.com> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825eh$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> <485m5d$gqq@ixnews4.ix.netcom.com> <487uub$jod@news.dx.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: stevesam.visi.com X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17103 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12615 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21411 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11562 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94284 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31849 rec.radio.amateur.space:5740 rec.radio.cb:24434 rec.radio.noncomm:4972 rec.radio.scanner:40681 rec.radio.shortwave:66052 rec.radio.swap:50959 whirlwind@fangz.com () wrote: >Speaking of idiots, this wound up in a very inappropritate newsgroup. I've >taken the liberty of leaving that newsgroup out of further discussion. Why not use your judgement and remove ALL inappropriate groups like I did? Me From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:24 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!mr.net!news.mr.net!mixer.visi.com!usenet From: stevesam@visi.com (stevesam@visi.com) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap Subject: Re: The idiot ham trade. Date: Tue, 14 Nov 1995 17:22:05 GMT Organization: Vector Internet Services Lines: 11 Message-ID: <48ajd5$3pc@mixer.visi.com> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825eh$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> <488ff6$srk@i-2000.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: stevesam.visi.com X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17113 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12625 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21423 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11569 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94303 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31855 rec.radio.amateur.space:5745 rec.radio.cb:24439 rec.radio.noncomm:4977 rec.radio.scanner:40696 rec.radio.shortwave:66065 rec.radio.swap:50970 crazyone@city-net.com (CrazyOne - Greg Pacek) wrote: >In article <488ff6$srk@i-2000.com>, dougrand@i-2000.com (Doug Randall) wrote: PLEASE check your subject lines people! REC.PYROTECHNICS DOESN'T CARE! Me From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:25 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!gatech2!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!freenet3.freenet.ufl.edu!afn17891 From: "Thomas W. Castle" Newsgroups: rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.rad Subject: Re: The test. Date: Sun, 12 Nov 1995 23:44:05 -0500 Lines: 17 Message-ID: References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <482526$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> NNTP-Posting-Host: freenet3.afn.org Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: TEXT/PLAIN; charset=US-ASCII In-Reply-To: <482526$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> Xref: news.epix.net rec.puzzles:52054 rec.puzzles.crosswords:4596 rec.pyrotechnics:37635 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17084 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12602 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21387 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11547 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94262 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31839 rec.radio.amateur.space:5726 Gee Burp... I see your going to be a pain in the ass in several news groups.... I don't know if your problem is caused RF, Magnetic fields or your just a plain foamer & drooler... Why don't you try some of the other news groups for some help? //www/ Dr. Kavor.@ death.com, Birth contol retro-active, or one of the www// sites for "Do it yourself Frontal lobotomy, Electro- shock therapy or just wait for your new Lithuim tablets to come in.... If your that bored with life an have nothing better to do than complain; maybe we can get you on the "Uni-B" X-mas mailing list... Don't go away mad just go away.... KD4QHH a.k.a. Tom From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:26 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!uwm.edu!news.sol.net!daily-planet.execpc.com!usenet From: jptaylor@execpc.com Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: TS-440S/AT Mods/Serv. Notes Date: 12 Nov 1995 20:18:03 GMT Organization: Exec-PC BBS - Milwaukee, WI Lines: 11 Message-ID: <485kpr$i5p@daily-planet.execpc.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: albemuth.execpc.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) To: all I've found several mods for the TS-440S/AT, but have not found a source for any repair bulletins / service notes. Although I am interested in any that may be available, I am specifically interested in anything dealing with the treatment of the VCO problem that is supposed to be rather chronic with this model. Thanks, Jim Taylor, K9JT jptaylor@execpc.com From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:27 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!newsjunkie.ans.net!merlion.singnet.com.sg!lantana.singnet.com.sg!ts900-2511 From: daniel@pandora.lugs.po.my (Daniel Wee, 9V1ZV) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Tucker IMD Filter Date: Sat, 11 Nov 95 14:42:18 GMT Organization: Singapore Telecom Internet Service Lines: 15 Distribution: world Message-ID: <482clp$5d9@lantana.singnet.com.sg> NNTP-Posting-Host: ts900-2511.singnet.com.sg X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #2 Hi, I am thiking of getting the Tucker IMD Filter for 2M. Part number is TF-144. It claims to attenuate out of band signals up to and beyond 50dB. I was just wondering if anyone here has any experience with one of these things and if those claims are any good in actual practice. Do share your experiences with this. For me it is either this or the PAR Notch Filter. Thanks in advance. 73 de 9V1ZV Daniel Daniel Wee | daniel@pandora.lugs.po.my 9V1ZV | daniel.wee@f516.n600.z6.fidonet.org From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:28 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!cs.utexas.edu!bcm.tmc.edu!news.tamu.edu!newshost.comco.com!news1.cris.com!vyzynz!inquo!hookup!nstn.ns.ca!inforamp.net!usenet From: Donald Dolan Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Two Meter Receiver Date: Wed, 15 Nov 1995 22:05:22 -0500 Organization: The Toronto Star Lines: 11 Message-ID: <48e9hl$e6q@sam.inforamp.net> Reply-To: ddolan@inforamp.net NNTP-Posting-Host: ts11-14.inforamp.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 2.0b2 (Macintosh; I; PPC) Hello All I'm looking for a cheap 2 meter reciever for a project I'm doing. Something I can use Ni-Cad batteries with, and to fit in a small space. I've looked at some kits, but they are a little big. Any suggestions are welcome, since I just bought an ICOM 2 meter handheld for the job in the meantime, also I need 3 recievers for 3 seperate automata with handhelds this would get a little pricey. Thanks for any advice you can offer... DD VA3DIG ddolan@inforamp.net From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:29 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!newsxfer.itd.umich.edu!chi-news.cic.net!news.compuserve.com!news.production.compuserve.com!news From: Thomas Brady <75701.2550@CompuServe.COM> Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Uniden HR2600 President man & mods Date: 13 Nov 1995 16:53:21 GMT Organization: CompuServe, Inc. (1-800-689-0736) Lines: 5 Message-ID: <487t61$bna$1@mhadg.production.compuserve.com> I have recently acquired and installed a Uniden President HR2600. Unfortunately it did not come with a manual. Can anyone help locate a copy? I am also looking for the source of any mods for this rig. I would also appreciate any suggestions or tips for this radio. TNX Thomas Brady N1RIG From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:30 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!hookup!gatech2!pirates!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!swrinde!elroy.jpl.nasa.gov!ames!titan.ksc.nasa.gov!kscdl1.cad.ksc.nasa.gov!k4dii.ksc.nasa.gov!user Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Uniden HR2600 President man & mods Message-ID: From: frederick.mckenzie-1@kmail.ksc.nasa.gov (Fred McKenzie) Date: Mon, 13 Nov 1995 17:12:34 -0500 References: <487t61$bna$1@mhadg.production.compuserve.com> Organization: NASA, Kennedy Space Center, Florida Nntp-Posting-Host: k4dii.ksc.nasa.gov Lines: 32 In article <487t61$bna$1@mhadg.production.compuserve.com>, Thomas Brady <75701.2550@CompuServe.COM> wrote: > I have recently acquired and installed a Uniden President HR2600. Thomas- It has been several years since I worked on one, but I recall that all of the Uniden radios of this type, including the Radio Shack HTX-100, were typically aligned 100 to 200 Hz low in frequency. In other words, don't rely too heavily on the digital readout! A problem unique to at least one copy of the HR-2600, was that the carrier oscillators were adjusted too far outside the passband of the SSB filter. As a result, stations that were a couple KHz higher (or lower on LSB), seemed stronger than the one you were listening to. When you get some information about the circuits, you may be able to improve on this. Although I never pursued it any further, I recall that there was a fixed capacitor in parallel with each trimmer capacitor, that fixed their tuning range for carrier frequency. It may be necessary to change these capacitors, in order to be able to bring the carrier closer to the filter passband. I believe this is only a problem in USB and LSB, but it may involve CW as well. I think you will agree that these are "worry wart" problems. The Uniden radios seem to work OK otherwise. There is a company that used to advertise in 73 Magazine, called ChipSwitch. They offered some kind of replacement for the CPU chip, that allowed use of the radio on 12 Meters, as well as on 10. This kind of mod might be especially useful, if you drive a transverter for higher bands. 73, Fred, K4DII From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:31 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.umbc.edu!haven.umd.edu!darwin.sura.net!bcfreenet.seflin.lib.fl.us!pbfreenet!p011677b From: p011677b@pbfreenet.seflin.lib.fl.us (William Hilton) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: w Date: 14 Nov 1995 05:30:34 GMT Organization: SEFLIN Free-Net - Palm Beach Lines: 9 Message-ID: <4899hq$nbl@bcfreenet.seflin.lib.fl.us> NNTP-Posting-Host: pbfreenet.seflin.lib.fl.us X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Have complete station - really hot stuff and price. Also have complete computer system. Must come see and make offer. 407-845-7828 -- William Hilton p011677b@pbfreenet.seflin.lib.fl.us From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:32 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!news-e1a.megaweb.com!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: skozmo@aol.com (SKozmo) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Wanted: Extended Freq Mod for Alinco DJ582 Date: 12 Nov 1995 09:37:47 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 2 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <4850rr$lvh@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: skozmo@aol.com (SKozmo) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com Does anyone know of a mod to enable the Alinco DJ-582 to TX on out of band freq,s ? Please e-mail to SKozmo@AOL.com. From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:33 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!braintree!news.concourse.com!ragnarok.oar.net!malgudi.oar.net!catseye.bluemarble.net!usenet.ucs.indiana.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!newsxfer.itd.umich.edu!news.flint.umich.edu!gfn1.genesee.freenet.org!gfn1!bkotarsk From: bkotarsk@gfn1.genesee.freenet.org (Bill L. Kotarski) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: WANTED: Icom 725 MODS for 11 meters Date: 11 Nov 1995 06:04:24 GMT Organization: The Genesee Free-Net Lines: 15 Message-ID: <481ed8$hlt@gfn1.genesee.freenet.org> References: <47nqn0$jr1@newsbf02.news.aol.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: gfn1.genesee.freenet.org X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Dedelvis04 (dedelvis04@aol.com) wrote: > If there is such a thing please let me know where I can find it. Write a letter to the FCC and let then know what frequency you are going to use.. And the time of day and they will get back with you on your modification -- ai720@detroit.freenet.org-------------------- bkotarsk@genesee.freenet.org sfuxdis@frog.thpl.lib.fl.us------------------bkotarsk@freenet.grfn.org bill.kotarski@cmail.com And Whatever Else You People Call Me N8JOS--- General Class since 1968 EX-WB8DKR and WN8DKR From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:34 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!braintree!news.concourse.com!ragnarok.oar.net!malgudi.oar.net!catseye.bluemarble.net!usenet.ucs.indiana.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!newsxfer.itd.umich.edu!news.flint.umich.edu!gfn1.genesee.freenet.org!gfn1!bkotarsk From: bkotarsk@gfn1.genesee.freenet.org (Bill L. Kotarski) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: WANTED: Icom 725 MODS for 11 meters Date: 11 Nov 1995 06:07:11 GMT Organization: The Genesee Free-Net Lines: 26 Message-ID: <481eif$hlt@gfn1.genesee.freenet.org> References: <47nqn0$jr1@newsbf02.news.aol.com> <47ucej$1726@firehose.mindspring.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: gfn1.genesee.freenet.org X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Pieter Ibelings (wave@mindspring.com) wrote: > In article <47nqn0$jr1@newsbf02.news.aol.com>, dedelvis04@aol.com says... > > > >If there is such a thing please let me know where I can find it. apply 220 volts to the 12v leads > According to my mod book you need to open the top and bottom cover, locate > the PLL board and cut diode D5. You then reset the microprocessor by > holding [function] & [MW] and turn power on. > This should work on the IC-725A and IC-726A. Make sure you keep the power > level legal. enjoy!!!! > I am NOT responsible if the thing smokes! -- ai720@detroit.freenet.org-------------------- bkotarsk@genesee.freenet.org sfuxdis@frog.thpl.lib.fl.us------------------bkotarsk@freenet.grfn.org bill.kotarski@cmail.com And Whatever Else You People Call Me N8JOS--- General Class since 1968 EX-WB8DKR and WN8DKR From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:35 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.texas.net!imci2!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: w8jitom@aol.com (W8JI Tom) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: WANTED: Icom 725 MODS for 11 meters Date: 13 Nov 1995 13:44:11 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 22 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <4883lr$hes@newsbf02.news.aol.com> References: <481eif$hlt@gfn1.genesee.freenet.org> NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com X-Newsreader: AOL Offline Reader In article <481eif$hlt@gfn1.genesee.freenet.org>, bkotarsk@gfn1.genesee.freenet.org (Bill L. Kotarski) writes: >> According to my mod book you need to open the top and bottom cover, locate >> the PLL board and cut diode D5. You then reset the microprocessor by >> holding [function] & [MW] and turn power on. > >> This should work on the IC-725A and IC-726A. Make sure you keep the power >> level legal. enjoy!!!! It ain't legal even if you keep the power to five watts. Personally I think the AM guys on channel six have more brains than the guys that modify Ham transceivers to operate all over below and on ten meters. If someone wants to be a CB'er, be a CB'er all the way,,,,,Instead the SSB CB'ers try to be a self-righteous psudo-Amateurs by assigning themselve fake callsigns and following fake self-made rules. But when it comes down to it, the SSB CB lids break more rules and cause more trouble than the AM kilowatt operators ever do! They are the SCUM of radio. Tom From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:36 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: beeb@ix.netcom.com Newsgroups: rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap,rec.roller-coaster,rec.running,rec.scouting,rec.scuba,rec.skiing.alpine Subject: Re: What some think about sexy hams Date: Mon, 13 Nov 1995 11:53:57 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 10 Message-ID: <487bgm$gnp@ixnews3.ix.netcom.com> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825g6$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-hou6-01.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Mon Nov 13 3:51:50 AM PST 1995 X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Xref: news.epix.net rec.puzzles:52058 rec.puzzles.crosswords:4599 rec.pyrotechnics:37641 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17085 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12603 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21390 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11550 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94266 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31840 rec.radio.amateur.space:5729 rec.radio.cb:24426 rec.radio.noncomm:4966 rec.radio.scanner:40665 rec.radio.shortwave:66026 rec.radio.swap:50933 rec.roller-coaster:23187 rec.running:45235 rec.scouting:37621 rec.scuba:80235 rec.skiing.alpine:32860 Burt Fisher wrote: (snip) What the hell does this have to do with rollercoasters? Please remove rec.roller-coaster from this thread. From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:37 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!demon!intlog.demon.co.uk From: spug@intlog.demon.co.uk (Sparrow) Newsgroups: rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap,rec.roller-coaster,rec.running,rec.scouting,rec.scuba,rec.skiing.alpine Subject: Re: What some think about sexy hams Date: Mon, 13 Nov 1995 17:14:54 GMT Lines: 17 Message-ID: <816282897.27302@intlog.demon.co.uk> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825g6$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> <487hjv$19c@mdsroc.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: intlog.demon.co.uk X-NNTP-Posting-Host: intlog.demon.co.uk X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Xref: news.epix.net rec.puzzles:52063 rec.puzzles.crosswords:4600 rec.pyrotechnics:37650 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17092 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12608 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21396 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11552 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94273 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31842 rec.radio.amateur.space:5733 rec.radio.cb:24428 rec.radio.noncomm:4967 rec.radio.scanner:40672 rec.radio.shortwave:66037 rec.radio.swap:50942 rec.roller-coaster:23189 rec.running:45248 rec.scouting:37627 rec.scuba:80254 rec.skiing.alpine:32871 jimc@mdsroc.com (Jim Clarke) wrote: >Oh, I see, the self-righteous calling the self-righteous self-righteous. >I've only been an amateur radio operator for 18 years and I would have to <>SNIP>< >Don't let the bad apples spoil the excitement that can be found in amateur >radio, there is something there for everyone (wives/girlfriends too). Rec.puzzles.crosswords DOES NOT CARE. Please return to a ham radio newsgroup, or even better go back to your bloody radio and talk to people who do. Bloody but unbowed= ==============Spug (Sparrow) London.========================== From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:38 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsserver.pixel.kodak.com!bloom-beacon.mit.edu!newsxfer.itd.umich.edu!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!newsfeed.internetmci.com!mr.net!news.mr.net!mixer.visi.com!usenet From: stevesam@visi.com (stevesam@visi.com) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap Subject: Re: What some think about sexy hams Date: Mon, 13 Nov 1995 20:41:12 GMT Organization: Vector Internet Services Lines: 18 Message-ID: <488amm$f88@mixer.visi.com> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825g6$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> <487hjv$19c@mdsroc.com> <816282897.27302@intlog.demon.co.uk> NNTP-Posting-Host: stevesam.visi.com X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17095 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12612 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21405 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11556 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94278 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31844 rec.radio.amateur.space:5736 rec.radio.cb:24432 rec.radio.noncomm:4970 rec.radio.scanner:40678 rec.radio.shortwave:66044 rec.radio.swap:50954 spug@intlog.demon.co.uk (Sparrow) wrote: >jimc@mdsroc.com (Jim Clarke) wrote: >Rec.puzzles.crosswords DOES NOT CARE. Please return to a ham radio newsgroup, >or even better go back to your bloody radio and talk to people who do. > >Bloody but unbowed= >==============Spug (Sparrow) London.========================== PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE stop this thread. Re-issue it with a new groups line. rec.pyrotechnics doesn't care either. Me From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:39 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!info.ucla.edu!library.ucla.edu!agate!remarque.berkeley.edu!asya From: asya@remarque.berkeley.edu (Asya) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space Subject: Re: What some think about sexy hams Followup-To: rec.radio.amateur.misc Date: 14 Nov 1995 17:25:12 GMT Organization: TGV Inc., Santa Cruz, CA Lines: 15 Message-ID: <48ajdo$2n4@agate.berkeley.edu> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825g6$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> <487hjv$19c@mdsroc.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: remarque.berkeley.edu Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17118 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12629 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21429 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11577 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94313 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31857 rec.radio.amateur.space:5746 In article <487hjv$19c@mdsroc.com>, Jim Clarke wrote: >Don't let the bad apples spoil the excitement that can be found in amateur >radio, there is something there for everyone (wives/girlfriends too). I've been told that watching paint dry is really exciting. I tried it and I just couldn't see it! Maybe you can spell out what excitement can be found in amateur radio, especially that "(wives/girlfriends too)" part. [newsgroup line trimmed. followups set to the group I think is appropriate] -- __o Asya Kamsky \<_ Ride. Eat. Sleep. California AIDS Ride 3 Santa Cruz, CA ( )/( ) Ride. Eat. Sleep. 2000/545/7 Jun 2-9 '96 From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:40 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!dish.news.pipex.net!pipex!lade.news.pipex.net!pipex!bt!btnet!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!alterdial.uu.net!not-for-mail From: Burt Fisher Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec. Subject: Re: What some think about sexy hams Date: 15 Nov 1995 01:06:29 GMT Lines: 36 Message-ID: <48beel$ek9@alterdial.UU.NET> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825g6$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> <487hjv$19c@mdsroc.com> <488jl6$c53@alterdial.UU.NET> <489chl$ah6@news1.halcyon.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: 199.172.47.193 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17120 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12632 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21435 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11578 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94318 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31864 rec.radio.amateur.space:5747 rec.radio.cb:24452 rec.radio.noncomm:4979 >>>who does this Burt think he is? A am a ham, have been since I was ten. >>>And thats before I had my first bra! And before I got my first modeling >>>job. Even before I had my first sex (with a ham btw). Grow up you creep! What a doll you must be. Having sex with an old fat white ham. Is your last name Barker? Certainly not Fox? >>>My boyfriend is NOT a ham, and even if he was, I would find him just as >>>attractive! Hey, Idea, how many "hams" have posed for playboy? Hummm, >>>maybe I'll be the first! Anyone know? >>>face it burt fisher, you hate women, you hate men, you hate yourself! I am not into dogs or pigs. >>>Ciar >>>>xxxxxx <-callsign removed because this burt guy might bother me, and his >>>antenna probly isn't big enough for my tower's anyway! Come look at my erection (tower of course). > >>#================#=====================================================# >>| Burt Fisher | Teacher of abuse, badmouthing and divorce | >>| Amateur call | South Dennis, Ma. (Cape Cod) | >>| K1OInK | The more you say, the less people will forget | >>#================#=====================================================# >>| k1oik@ccsnet.com fisher@hole.ass.bum | >>#======================================================================# From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:41 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec. Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.kreonet.re.kr!news.dacom.co.kr!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netcom.com!dgf From: dgf@netcom.com (David Feldman) Subject: Re: What some think about sexy hams Message-ID: Followup-To: rec.radio.amateur.misc Organization: Organization? Me? References: <488jl6$c53@alterdial.UU.NET> <489chl$ah6@news1.halcyon.com> <48beel$ek9@alterdial.UU.NET> Date: Wed, 15 Nov 1995 02:39:42 GMT Lines: 5 Sender: dgf@netcom21.netcom.com Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17121 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12635 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21437 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11582 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94330 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31866 rec.radio.amateur.space:5748 rec.radio.cb:24456 rec.radio.noncomm:4980 In article <48beel$ek9@alterdial.UU.NET> Burt Fisher writes: > >>>>who does this Burt think he is? A am a ham, have been since I was ten. >Is your last name Barker? Certainly not Fox? From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:43 1995 Newsgroups: rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap,rec.roller-coaster,rec.running,rec.scouting,rec.scuba,rec.skiing.alpine Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.cirrus.com!bug.rahul.net!a2i!infoseek.com!uunet!in2.uu.net!spool.mu.edu!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netcom.com!dgf From: dgf@netcom.com (David Feldman) Subject: Re: What some think about sexy hams Message-ID: Followup-To: rec.radio.amateur.misc Organization: Organization? Me? References: <4825g6$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> <487hjv$19c@mdsroc.com> <48be57$e6p@ornews.intel.com> Date: Wed, 15 Nov 1995 02:40:15 GMT Lines: 4 Sender: dgf@netcom21.netcom.com Xref: news.epix.net rec.puzzles:52105 rec.puzzles.crosswords:4606 rec.pyrotechnics:37670 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17122 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12638 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21440 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11585 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94336 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31868 rec.radio.amateur.space:5749 rec.radio.cb:24457 rec.radio.noncomm:4982 rec.radio.scanner:40729 rec.radio.shortwave:66097 rec.radio.swap:51017 rec.roller-coaster:23203 rec.running:45328 rec.scouting:37681 rec.scuba:80364 rec.skiing.alpine:32965 In article <48be57$e6p@ornews.intel.com> dmwelch@ornews.intel.com (Don Welch) writes: >jimc@mdsroc.com (Jim Clarke) writes: > >>I've only been an amateur radio operator for 18 years and I would have to From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:44 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!newsstand.cit.cornell.edu!newsfeed.cit.cornell.edu!news.tc.cornell.edu!news.cac.psu.edu!v2!emb5 From: emb5@psu.edu (Eric M. Bienert) Newsgroups: rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.rad Subject: Re: What some think about sexy hams Date: Wed, 15 Nov 1995 19:07:35 GMT Organization: CAC Lines: 7 Message-ID: References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825g6$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> <487hjv$19c@mdsroc.com> <48be57$e6p@ornews.intel.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: embpc.arl.psu.edu X-Newsreader: Trumpet for Windows [Version 1.0 Rev B] Xref: news.epix.net rec.puzzles:52124 rec.puzzles.crosswords:4608 rec.pyrotechnics:37684 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17134 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12643 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21453 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11594 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94362 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31884 rec.radio.amateur.space:5757 In article <48be57$e6p@ornews.intel.com> dmwelch@ornews.intel.com (Don Welch) writes: >Speaking of HAM radios, could this group help me out? Every time I go and >dive with my radio set, the fuse blows. What's the trick here? maybe your submarine forgot to do it's 5 minute stop or left the screen doors open. From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:45 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!simtel!torn!fonorola!Rezonet.net!news.pubnix.net!mba!juxta!michael.black From: Michael.Black@juxta.mba.org (Michael Black) Date: 12 Nov 95 13:26:48 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: re: Where can I get copper tape/mettalic spray paint Message-ID: Organization: MtlNet (MBA.org) Juxtaposition BBS. (514)364-2937 Lines: 37 morganp@freenet.edmonton.ab.ca () is wondering where to get copper tape, so he can keep his computer from interfering with his radio. I've wondered myself where to get copper tape. I know 3M makes it (I got some literature from them once), and presumably a distributor could get it. Of course, I've never followed that up since I assume it might be hard to get the small amount I need that way. I came across a column in the local paper about where to get supplies for making stain glass windows. Right there the columnist specifically mentioned copper tape, and listed a couple of local stores that sold stain glassed window making supplies where you could get it. So I'd suggest looking in your yellow pages for similar stores. Maybe hobby or craft supply stores would carry it. I haven't actually gone into one of the stores yet to check it out, but this is a start. It was my impression that the tape actually has adhesive on one side. Remember, if that's the case, that side of the copper may not make an electrical connection to whatever you are sticking it on. You might need to solder the copper tape together at appropriate places to make the shielding sound. If it's more like a strip of thin copper foil, it should still fit your application. Just use to some rubber cement to keep things in place, and again, solder the edges together. Hope this helps. Michael VE2BVW -- | Return Address: Michael.Black@juxta.mba.org | Standard disclaimer: The views of this user are strictly their own. From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:46 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!dg-rtp.dg.com!teton!mead From: mead@tetonrtp.dg.com (Glenn Mead) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Where can I get copper tape/mettalic spray paint Date: 15 Nov 1995 15:57:01 GMT Organization: Data General Corp. Lines: 12 Sender: mead@teton (Glenn Mead) Distribution: world Message-ID: <48d2kd$no7@dg-rtp.dg.com> References: <480kkf$iqn@news.sas.ab.ca> <48399l$amc@castle.nando.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: teton.rtp.dg.com In article <48399l$amc@castle.nando.net>, Dave Hockaday writes: |> morganp@freenet.edmonton.ab.ca () wrote: |> >I have seen some posts about mettalic spray paint and copper tape used |> >for keeping rf inside for computer (so it doesn't play havoc with your |> >radio stuff) & I was wondering where I could get it (cheapest source). |> |> Hi Morgan. I've used that cheap chrome spray paint from the auto parts |> house for this purpose. |> 73 de WB4IUY |> I got a roll of metallic tape from an HVAC (Heating/Airconditioning) service man. It appears to be aluminum. VERY strong glue. From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:46 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!simtel!torn!nott!bcarh189.bnr.ca!crchh327.rich.bnr.ca!news From: Wieslaw Syposz Newsgroups: rec.photo.technique.nature,rec.photo.technique.people,rec.ponds,rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Will YOU Be The Grim Reapers NEXT Victim ?? Date: 15 Nov 1995 15:36:25 GMT Organization: Bell Northern Research Lines: 5 Message-ID: <48d1dp$7j@crchh327.rich.bnr.ca> References: <48a985$o8f@peg.apc.org> NNTP-Posting-Host: nqnvs72.bnr.ca Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (X11; I; SunOS 4.1.2 sun4c) X-URL: news:48a985$o8f@peg.apc.org Xref: news.epix.net rec.photo.technique.nature:190 rec.photo.technique.people:144 rec.ponds:6001 rec.puzzles:52116 rec.puzzles.crosswords:4607 rec.pyrotechnics:37679 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17129 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12641 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21448 Does it affect photographers more than other people? If not, please kindly remove that kind of comments from this group> Cheers, Wes From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:47 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!sundial.sundial.net!usenet From: jmiller@sundial.net (Jim Miller) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap Subject: WTB Yaesu FRG-9600 Date: 15 Nov 1995 00:53:39 GMT Organization: Your Organization Lines: 6 Message-ID: <48bdmj$3d3@sundial.sundial.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: sundial.sundial.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: Text/Plain; charset=US-ASCII X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.6 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21433 rec.radio.scanner:40719 rec.radio.shortwave:66080 rec.radio.swap:50984 I am looking to purchase a Yaesu FRG-9600 communications receiver. Anyone wishing to sell one should E-mail me. Thanks in advance. Jim Miller jmiller@sundial.net From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:48 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!gatech!newsfeed.internetmci.com!elvis.delphi.com!uunet!in2.uu.net!trojan.neta.com (Internet Access)!news From: Sneezey Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: WTF A MIC FOR MY TS-670 Date: Wed, 15 Nov 1995 21:24:12 -0800 Organization: Internet Access, Chandler Arizona Lines: 4 Message-ID: <30AACAFC.5031@neta.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ppp-236-120.neta.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 2.0b2 (Windows; I; 32bit) Looking for a mic for my ts-670. thanks rob From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:49 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!gatech2!pirates!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!swrinde!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!sol.ctr.columbia.edu!news.oberlin.edu!ocvaxa.cc.oberlin.edu!PRUTH From: pruth@ocvaxa.cc.oberlin.edu Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Yaesu FT-757GX KAPUT! Help! Date: 15 Nov 1995 14:25:09 GMT Organization: Oberlin College, Oberlin, Ohio Lines: 8 Message-ID: <48ct85$kn0@news.cc.oberlin.edu> Reply-To: pruth@ocvaxa.cc.oberlin.edu NNTP-Posting-Host: alpha.cc.oberlin.edu My radio was fine until I switched it on last night, when it was totally dead. The power supply is fine, and I routinely disconnect antenna and line cords whenever I stop operating to prevent static or power surges. When I push the ON button nothing happens, no lights, no sounds, nothing--no power is going anywhere. Is this a simple fix or a catastrophic event, all ye who have Been There? Thanks for any advice you can give. --Bill KB8USZ pruth@alpha.cc.oberlin.edu From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:50 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!csn!nntp-xfer-2.csn.net!yuma!holly.ACNS.ColoState.EDU!drranu From: drranu@holly.ACNS.ColoState.EDU (Emarit Ranu) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Yaesu FT-757GX KAPUT! Help! Date: 15 Nov 1995 17:07:35 GMT Organization: Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80523 Lines: 23 Message-ID: <48d6on$4bf2@yuma.ACNS.ColoState.EDU> References: <48ct85$kn0@news.cc.oberlin.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: holly.acns.colostate.edu X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] pruth@ocvaxa.cc.oberlin.edu wrote: : My radio was fine until I switched it on last night, when it was : totally dead. The power supply is fine, and I routinely disconnect : antenna and line cords whenever I stop operating to prevent : static or power surges. When I push the ON button nothing : happens, no lights, no sounds, nothing--no power is going anywhere. : Is this a simple fix or a catastrophic event, all ye who have : Been There? Thanks for any advice you can give. --Bill KB8USZ : pruth@alpha.cc.oberlin.edu I hate to ask, but, did you check the fuses? If those are fine, you may want to check the diode(s) at the power input inside the radio. Frequently, if the fuses fails, or if you bypassed the fuses, these diodes can protect the equipment, specifically from reversed polarity mishaps. This may be a start. Good luck. -- -Emarit 73's drranu@holly.ColoState.EDU Electrical Engineering, Colorado State Univeristy KG0CQ _._ __. _____ _._. __._ Packet: KG0CQ@KF0UW.#NECO.USA.NOAM From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:51 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!gail.ripco.com!dsw From: dsw@ripco.com (Derek Wanrke) Subject: Yaesu FT-811 Mod? X-Nntp-Posting-Host: golden.ripco.com Message-ID: Sender: usenet@rci.ripco.com (Net News Admin) Organization: Ripco Internet BBS, Chicago X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Date: Wed, 15 Nov 1995 17:24:14 GMT X-Ident-Sender: dsw Lines: 11 Can anyone tell me the mod for FT-811 Yaesy 440 handheld, if there is one... Please e-mail or post. Thanks... Derek -- d. Warnke, N9UPW Michigan State University Telecommunication dsw@ripco.com warnkede@pilot.msu.edu From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:52 1995 Path: news.epix.net!smackay From: smackay@news.epix.net () Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: YAESU FT-840 Mods Date: 13 Nov 1995 20:03:27 GMT Organization: epix.net Lines: 10 Message-ID: <4888af$lnh@guava.epix.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: mango.epix.net X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] What mods are extant for the 840? What sources of info? Has anyone come up with a mod for AM to widen the passband so it doesn'nt sound so muddy....spending a 100 plus bucks for a *filter* just don't make sense. It's a good little radio for mobile which is why I bought but for fixed station I need to do some work. 73 Scott W7GSM From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:38:52 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!ausnews.austin.ibm.com!usenet From: rtrommer@vnet.ibm.com (Rick Trommer) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: YAESU FT1000MP Date: 15 Nov 1995 19:47:12 GMT Organization: IBM Austin Lines: 8 Message-ID: <48dg40$1ga2@ausnews.austin.ibm.com> Reply-To: rtrommer@vnet.ibm.com (Rick Trommer) NNTP-Posting-Host: auibc012.austin.ibm.com X-Newsreader: IBM NewsReader/2 v1.09 Looking for some hands-on information on the FT1000MP rig. The primary question is the multicolor display panel.. is the display easy to read and clearly visible? Does this rig have more functions than are really needed and how easy can the operator pull out a signal that is very down in the mud? I'm not looking for factory spec's I'm looking for real users.. 73 Rick WB5YTG rtrommer@vnet.ibm.com From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:39:08 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.mid.net!crcnews.unl.edu!unlinfo.unl.edu!gbrown From: gbrown@unlinfo.unl.edu (gregory brown) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc Subject: Re: 10 M is supposed to open when ? Date: 13 Nov 1995 00:41:33 GMT Organization: University of Nebraska--Lincoln Lines: 17 Message-ID: <48647t$fs3@crcnis3.unl.edu> References: <47g1j2$gm7@wavefront.wavefront.com> <47itd2$2q5@composer.inav.net> <47t4j3$pve@prop.wes.army.mil> NNTP-Posting-Host: unlinfo2.unl.edu X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Butch Magee (butch@apollo.wes.army.mil) wrote: : Awww, c'mon guys,...I was watching CSPANN last night and they passed a : partial funding bill, therefore, 10Mtrs. will be up on occasion, partially : open for short periods, mostly down because of Demon-cratic lobby. Only : the push from the extreme religeous right (God), will get the band fully : functional in about 4 years. Hang in there! Personally, I don't care what the government does. I happened upon some old surplus sunspots at a flea market last week, and I've been having tons of fun working lots of former (now deleted) countries! Trouble is, I can't figure out how to get a QSL back from them. Anybody have any old mint 4 cent stamps??? Greg WB0RTK From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:39:09 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.flinet.com!news1.inlink.com!usenet From: raiar@inlink.com (Gary V. Deutschmann, Sr.) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc Subject: Re: 10 M is supposed to open when ? Date: Sat, 11 Nov 1995 17:44:26 GMT Organization: Inlink Lines: 29 Message-ID: <482n6g$v1@news1.inlink.com> References: <47g1j2$gm7@wavefront.wavefront.com> <47s4bb$iab@ve7tcp.ampr.org> NNTP-Posting-Host: slip67.inlink.com X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 lyndon@ve7tcp.ampr.org (Lyndon Nerenberg) wrote: >wrt@eskimo.com (Bill Turner) writes: >>10 is open almost every day. The path between North and South America is >>especially reliable, although not very strong at this point in the solar >>cycle. >And almost every night. Turn your beam due north at midnight and >start listening/hollering. You will often get a 10-30 minute >opening right around midnight. And sometimes again around 0200. >--lyndon 10-m is open!!! You just have to turn on your radio and have others do the same. I have worked the island of Aruba on both ten and six this past month. The only people I hear complaining about the bands not being open are those that never turn on their radios, so their will be someone to contact. This Thursday I made two contacts on 2-meter simplex, from a J-Pole up 20 feet. Louisiana and Texas... From St. Louis, MO. Gary - KG0ZP From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:39:10 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!simtel!lll-winken.llnl.gov!uwm.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!sdd.hp.com!usc!news.service.uci.edu!unogate!news.intelenet.com!newshost.neptune.net!jds From: jds@neptune.net (Jeffrey D. Stai) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc Subject: 6m calling freq RESULTS Date: 15 Nov 1995 05:42:07 GMT Organization: Neptune.Net (Neptune Consulting Group, Inc.) Lines: 16 Message-ID: <48bujf$eau@neptune.neptune.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: neptune.neptune.net Well, I got my answers to my request for the 'correct' 6m SSB calling frequency. The votes are in: 50.110 1 (europe) 50.125 6 50.150 0 50.200 1 So, it looks like 50.125 is the most popular. Listen for me there!-) Thanks to everyone who took the time to answer! jeff stai, ke6knf jds@advradio.com From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:39:11 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.compuserve.com!news.production.compuserve.com!news From: Chris Boone <72732.2610@CompuServe.COM> Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc Subject: Re: 6m calling? Date: 16 Nov 1995 00:24:53 GMT Organization: GSU/ENTERGY Lines: 11 Message-ID: <48e0cl$jj1$3@mhafn.production.compuserve.com> References: <47bsvl$26ri@usenetw1.news.prodigy.com> Ahh, 50.110 is usually the SSB calling freq within the US... 73 Chris WB5ITT -- Chris Boone WB5ITT Compuserve 72732,2610 PO Box 3102 FIDO 1:106/4267 Conroe, Texas 77305-3102 Sysop WBBS @ 409-447-4267 From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:39:12 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!ulowell.uml.edu!vtc.tacom.army.mil!news2.acs.oakland.edu!detroit.freenet.org!detroit.freenet.org!ac224 From: ac224@detroit.freenet.org (Jim Harvey) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc Subject: Re: A story Date: 11 Nov 1995 14:25:39 GMT Organization: Greater Detroit Free-Net, Detroit, MI Lines: 23 Message-ID: <482bp3$582@detroit.freenet.org> References: <8036-25650603@ccsnet.com> Reply-To: ac224@detroit.freenet.org (Jim Harvey) NNTP-Posting-Host: detroit.freenet.org In a previous article, k1oik@ccsnet.com () says: >Well I have at least one story to tell related to a spark transmitter. >When I was stationed at Otis AFB I had a lot of trouble sleeping because >the guy in the barracks near me played his AM radio real loud. So I >hooked up a buzzer to my 40 meter dipole and wrapped the buzzer in a >blanket (to silence the SOUND) and when he played the radio I turned on >the buzzer destroying his station. After several days of this I offered >my "help" suggesting that playing the radio too loud caused it to >"oscillate", he played it lower and he had no more problems. >Burt Fisher >K1OIK > And I had a roommate while stationed in Germany in the '60s who would come off duty at 1:00AM, turn on his FM stereo (this was in a room with about 8 people.) I noticed that the station he was listening to was near the high end of the FM band, plenty of room to tune a portable radio under my pillow about 10 feet away to exactly 10.7 Mhz lower..... -- Jim Harvey - WB8NBS - 18538 Inkster - Redford, Mich. 48240 Amiga Person ac224@detroit.freenet.org | James.B.Harvey@x400gw.ameritech.com From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:39:13 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!ddi2.digital.net!usenet From: lang@digital.net Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc Subject: Re: A story Date: 11 Nov 1995 21:54:03 GMT Organization: FLORIDA ONLINE, Florida's Premier Internet Provider Lines: 3 Message-ID: <48361r$c5i@ddi2.digital.net> References: <8036-25650603@ccsnet.com> <482bp3$582@detroit.freenet.org> NNTP-Posting-Host: @pm3_19.digital.net X-Newsreader: News for Windows NT X1.0-62 In article <482bp3$582@detroit.freenet.org> ac224@detroit.freenet.org (Jim Harvey) wrote: From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:39:14 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!in2.uu.net!news.ultranet.com!bigboote.WPI.EDU!news3.near.net!shore!news From: jjmartin@shore.net (Jim Martin) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc Subject: Re: A story Date: Mon, 13 Nov 1995 18:16:33 GMT Organization: WK1V Lines: 54 Message-ID: <487ned$5er@shore.shore.net> References: <8036-25650603@ccsnet.com> Reply-To: jjmartin@shore.net NNTP-Posting-Host: slip-7-9.shore.net X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent v0.55 k1oik@ccsnet.com wrote: >:Well I have at least one story to tell related to a spark transmitter. >:When I was stationed at Otis AFB I had a lot of trouble sleeping because >:the guy in the barracks near me played his AM radio real loud. So I >:hooked up a buzzer to my 40 meter dipole and wrapped the buzzer in a >:blanket (to silence the SOUND) and when he played the radio I turned on >:the buzzer destroying his station. After several days of this I offered >:my "help" suggesting that playing the radio too loud caused it to >:"oscillate", he played it lower and he had no more problems. Nice story Burt. When I was stationed at Keesler AFB in Mississippi (as a student--I was a permanent party instructor later on there too) many of the pingers would play their stereos at a few db's above the threshold of pain. One day I was walking through one of the dayrooms and noticed something in a wastepaper basket that caught my curiosity. Someone had attempted to put together an FM wireless microphone kit. Apparently they were't very successful...so looks like they tossed it. In comes Jim, finds kit, takes to room, notices parts missing but is able to put together what is there. Jim pushes momentary button switch and hears a strong "ker-thump" in his stero headphones. No audio just a loud "ker-thump" He tunes to the same frequency as the most popular FM radio station on the Gulf Coast of Mississippi. He walks down the barracks hallway. Someone is playing their music awfully loud (by Jim's standards anyway). Presses button.... KER-THUMP! Those 18 inch woofers don't like that. KER-THUMP! KER-THUMP! KER-THUMP! Music is lowered, ker-thump goes away. Music level is raised, ker-thump re-appears. Jim had much fun with his new toy. The day always comes that technical school is over and graduation is the theme. Orders in hand, Jim shows the folks in the barracks the reason their stereos went ker-thump for several months. As Jim drives through the Triangle area of the student dormitories his final time on his way to a new assignment, he hears someone yell to him, "I'll kill you Martin!" Twenty-two years later Jim is still alive. :) =============================================================== jjmartin@shore.net |If psychics really are...and if Lowell, Massachusetts |I really need one...why doesn't USAF 1973-1993 |one call ME? ex: KA5MWD-N1CLS-KB1LW-HL9ZF | Jim Martin, WK1V =============================================================== From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:39:15 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!news.uiowa.edu!crpl.cedar-rapids.lib.ia.us!SABINW From: sabinw@crpl.cedar-rapids.lib.ia.us Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc Subject: About CW Proficiency Date: 13 Nov 1995 21:31:57 GMT Organization: Cedar Rapids Public Library, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401 Lines: 9 Distribution: world Message-ID: <488dgd$imc@flood.weeg.uiowa.edu> Reply-To: SABINW@crpl.cedar-rapids.lib.ia.us NNTP-Posting-Host: crpl.cedar-rapids.lib.ia.us I have been operating CW since 1941 and I enjoy it very much. But it is a fact that I have never been as proficient at it as many operators that I have known personally. I have never worried about that, I just accept it and go on. CW skill, and operating skill in general (contests and the like) are just aptitudes (and motivations) that different folks possess in varying degrees. My thought is that each Ham should have an opportunity to find out for himself how he feels about it, and not have it decided for him by the policy gurus. From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:39:15 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!nwnews.wa.com!news.halcyon.com!blv-pm10-ip24.halcyon.com!user From: tedt@halcyon.com (Ted Thompson) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc Subject: Alinco DJ 580T problem Date: Tue, 14 Nov 1995 18:07:56 -0700 Organization: Northwest Nexus Inc. Lines: 8 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: blv-pm10-ip24.halcyon.com I am having a problem detaching the battery from my hand-held. Anyone know the solution. Thanks. Ted From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:39:16 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!munnari.OZ.AU!ihnp4.ucsd.edu!news1.ucsd.edu!news-mail-gateway From: broehrig@admin.AUrora.EDU (Bob Roehrig) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc Subject: all these posts gotta go Date: 14 Nov 95 22:05:07 GMT Organization: ucsd usenet gateway Lines: 6 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: ucsd.edu Originator: daemon@ucsd.edu What the heck is going on ? I thought that whoever was posting all that SSTV binary crap was going to stop, yet that is the first thing I see in the next digest. I am also getting tired of all the Radio Shack bashing and radar detector stuff. From Unknown Thu Nov 16 05:39:17 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!gate.net!news-adm From: Warren Elly Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc Subject: Apologies bad Post Date: 14 Nov 1995 14:36:32 GMT Organization: CyberGate Lines: 6 Message-ID: <48a9hg$1q4u@news.gate.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: tpafl2-28.gate.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 32bit) Please excuse my multiple and mis-directed posting subject "IC-575a" I'd kill 'em if I could. 73, Warren From Unknown Tue Nov 21 18:59:59 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.magicnet.net!news.supernet.net!news.cais.net!news.structured.net!news.ism.net!optim.ism.net!chad From: Chad Payne Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: re: WANTED: Icom 725 MODS for 11 meters Date: Wed, 15 Nov 1995 10:33:19 -0700 Organization: Internet Services Montana, Inc. Lines: 10 Message-ID: References: <47o6tp$hcu@omnifest.uwm.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: optim.ism.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: TEXT/PLAIN; charset=US-ASCII X-Sender: chad@optim.ism.net In-Reply-To: <47o6tp$hcu@omnifest.uwm.edu> > Has anyone thought about creating a Web site full of phoney rig-destroying > instructions for Children's Band ops who want to wreck perfectly good ham > transceivers to use them on 11m? Yeah, and while your at it why don't you give us directions to your house so we can go stick needles in your coax. Grow up! Chad From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:01 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!hodes.com!netcomsv!uu4news.netcom.com!netcomsv!uu3news.netcom.com!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: gsparks@ix.netcom.com (Glenn Sparks) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Hotel Room HAM! Need HF equip. advice, please. Date: 15 Nov 1995 15:48:39 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 23 Message-ID: <48d24n$g2v@ixnews7.ix.netcom.com> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: aus-tx2-05.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Wed Nov 15 7:48:39 AM PST 1995 In okstein@primenet.com (Charles Okstein) writes: > >Hi. I plan to be doing some travelling and would like to hear your >experiences about operating from hotel/motel rooms. I know 2 meters shouldn't >be much of a problem, but I'm interested in exploring HF. > >Can it be done reasonably well? Will I have to use QRP equip? How about SSB? > Where the heck does the antenna go-- and what bands should I be considering? > >Thanks for all your advice. I've worked 40m CW from hotel with a TEN-TEC Scout. For the antenna, at one I parked my car in front of my room, and ran coax from the Bugcatcher through the window. I used CW so any RFI won't be readily identified, The other time I was staying for a week, and had a room on the 10th floor with a balcony, I c-clamped my bugcatcher to the steel rail of the balcony, and again ran CW. Good Luck KI5GY Sparky From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:02 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.texas.net!imci2!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.dacom.co.kr!simtel!news3.noc.netcom.net!netcom.com!jgardner From: jgardner@netcom.com (Jerry Gardner) Subject: Need Shure 444D Color Codes Message-ID: Organization: NETCOM On-line Communication Services (408 261-4700 guest) X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL1] Date: Wed, 15 Nov 1995 18:19:49 GMT Lines: 8 Sender: jgardner@netcom23.netcom.com I have a Shure 444D microphone and have lost the manual. I need to know the color coding on the cable. Anyone have this information or know Shure's telephone number? -- Jerry Gardner | Maintainer of the Large Format Digest jgardner@netcom.com | Send subscription requests to jgardner@netcom.com From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:03 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!geraldo.cc.utexas.edu!ausnews.austin.ibm.com!bocanews.bocaraton.ibm.com!watnews.watson.ibm.com!newsgate.watson.ibm.com!swiss.ans.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!paladin.american.edu!hookup!nstn.ns.ca!inforamp.net!usenet From: Donald Dolan Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Two Meter Receiver Date: Wed, 15 Nov 1995 21:43:11 -0500 Organization: The Toronto Star Lines: 11 Message-ID: <30AAA53F.1610@inforamp.net> Reply-To: ddolan@inforamp.net NNTP-Posting-Host: ts11-14.inforamp.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 2.0b2 (Macintosh; I; PPC) Hello All I'm looking for a cheap 2 meter reciever for a project I'm doing. Something I can use Ni-Cad batteries with, and to fit in a small space. I've looked at some kits, but they are a little big. Any suggestions are welcome, since I just bought an ICOM 2 meter handheld for the job in the meantime, also I need 3 recievers for 3 seperate automata with handhelds this would get a little pricey. Thanks for any advice you can offer... DD VA3DIG ddolan@inforamp.net From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:04 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.heurikon.com!news.dpc.net!novia!news.inc.net!news.uoregon.edu!newsfeed.internetmci.com!hookup!nstn.ns.ca!inforamp.net!usenet From: Donald Dolan Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Two Meter Receiver Date: Wed, 15 Nov 1995 21:48:38 -0500 Organization: The Toronto Star Lines: 11 Message-ID: <48e8i9$e6q@sam.inforamp.net> Reply-To: ddolan@inforamp.net NNTP-Posting-Host: ts11-14.inforamp.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 2.0b2 (Macintosh; I; PPC) Hello All I'm looking for a cheap 2 meter reciever for a project I'm doing. Something I can use Ni-Cad batteries with, and to fit in a small space. I've looked at some kits, but they are a little big. Any suggestions are welcome, since I just bought an ICOM 2 meter handheld for the job in the meantime, also I need 3 recievers for 3 seperate automata with handhelds this would get a little pricey. Thanks for any advice you can offer... DD VA3DIG ddolan@inforamp.net From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:05 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.cirrus.com!bug.rahul.net!a2i!olivea!spool.mu.edu!bloom-beacon.mit.edu!hookup!nstn.ns.ca!inforamp.net!usenet From: Donald Dolan Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Two Meter Receiver Date: Wed, 15 Nov 1995 21:51:15 -0500 Organization: The Toronto Star Lines: 11 Message-ID: <48e8n6$e6q@sam.inforamp.net> Reply-To: ddolan@inforamp.net NNTP-Posting-Host: ts11-14.inforamp.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 2.0b2 (Macintosh; I; PPC) Hello All I'm looking for a cheap 2 meter reciever for a project I'm doing. Something I can use Ni-Cad batteries with, and to fit in a small space. I've looked at some kits, but they are a little big. Any suggestions are welcome, since I just bought an ICOM 2 meter handheld for the job in the meantime, also I need 3 recievers for 3 seperate automata with handhelds this would get a little pricey. Thanks for any advice you can offer... DD VA3DIG ddolan@inforamp.net From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:06 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.dpc.net!novia!uunet!in1.uu.net!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: n4fsc@aol.com (N4FSC) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Yaesu FT-900AT *** For Sale *** Date: 15 Nov 1995 21:58:12 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 15 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <48e9c4$8gb@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: n4fsc@aol.com (N4FSC) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com Yaesu FT-900AT For Sale. (With Internal Tuner). Like new (no scratches, no problems, 100% operational, no mods) In box with all packing and manual. Warranty card not sent in. Front panel separation kit. Low miles (approx 2 weeks base station use, 1 year old) All original wires and plugs unused except for 1 RCA plug. I like the radio but need $$ for other toys. If this is the radio you want you will not regret getting this one and saving $200+ Firm at $1100, but I will pay shipping and insurance. (Money order or Cashiers Check, COD ok). Contact Craig at: (703) 444-1285 (Virginia), or: n4fsc@aol.com 73 From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:07 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.clark.net!rahul.net!a2i!bug.rahul.net!a2i!infoseek.com!uunet!in2.uu.net!news3.digex.net!news1.digex.net!news.spaceworks.com!news.spaceworks.com!not-for-mail From: billhar@spaceworks.com (bill harris) Newsgroups: rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap,rec.roller-coaster,rec.running,rec.scouting,rec.scuba,rec.skiing.alpine Subject: Re: What some think about sexy hams Date: 16 Nov 1995 02:20:46 -0500 Organization: SpaceWorks, Incorporated Lines: 12 Sender: news@news.spaceworks.com Message-ID: <48eooe$pd9@mars.spaceworks.com> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825g6$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> <487hjv$19c@mdsroc.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: mars.spaceworks.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Xref: news.epix.net rec.puzzles:52148 rec.puzzles.crosswords:4612 rec.pyrotechnics:37698 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17155 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12650 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21467 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11610 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94397 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31899 rec.radio.amateur.space:5764 rec.radio.cb:24483 rec.radio.noncomm:4986 rec.radio.scanner:40773 rec.radio.shortwave:66146 rec.radio.swap:51093 rec.roller-coaster:23218 rec.running:45394 rec.scouting:37737 rec.scuba:80472 rec.skiing.alpine:33079 >>I've only been an amateur radio operator for 18 years and I would have to (snip) >>Don't let the bad apples spoil the excitement that can be found in amateur >>radio, there is something there for everyone (wives/girlfriends too). >Speaking of HAM radios, could this group help me out? Every time I go and >dive with my radio set, the fuse blows. What's the trick here? Next time you dive make sure there is water in the pool. Bill - K5MIL From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:08 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.cirrus.com!bug.rahul.net!a2i!olivea!spool.mu.edu!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netcom.com!wayne From: wayne@netcom.com (wayne t. watson) Subject: Radio with Taping at Selected Times? Message-ID: Organization: NETCOM On-line Communication Services (408 261-4700 guest) X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL1] Date: Thu, 16 Nov 1995 02:42:31 GMT Lines: 7 Sender: wayne@netcom23.netcom.com Anyone know of a radio, AM&FM at least, that allows one to tape specific stations and times like a standard VCR? There are a number of early morning programs that I would like to tape and listen to while driving to work. -- Wayne Watson wayne@netcom.com (415) 969-4233 Mountain View, CA From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:09 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!info.ucla.edu!library.ucla.edu!agate!news.mindlink.net!uniserve!fonorola!inforamp.net!usenet From: "D. Dolan" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Yaesu Email Address? Date: Thu, 16 Nov 1995 03:11:05 -0500 Organization: The Toronto Star Lines: 7 Message-ID: <30AAF219.310F@inforamp.net> References: <47qlcb$16k$1@mhafm.production.compuserve.com> <47qnmp$p20@hubcap.clemson.edu> Reply-To: ddolan@inforamp.net NNTP-Posting-Host: ts3-01.inforamp.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 2.0b2 (Macintosh; I; 68K) www.yaesu.com doesn't work. I'll see if I can find e-mails for all the manufacturers... Kenwood, Icom, Yaesu etc... Actually maybe we should ask http://www.arrl.org/ let me know if anyone has any luck and I'll try and post the results.. VA3DIG clear... From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:09 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!hookup!nstn.ns.ca!inforamp.net!usenet From: "D. Dolan" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Repeated Messages Date: Thu, 16 Nov 1995 03:24:54 -0500 Organization: The Toronto Star Lines: 4 Message-ID: <30AAF556.37D8@inforamp.net> Reply-To: ddolan@inforamp.net NNTP-Posting-Host: ts3-01.inforamp.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 2.0b2 (Macintosh; I; 68K) Sorry about the messages being repeated. I'm having problems with the deamon returning my mail when its actually being sent. my apologies for wasting the space and time... DD From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:10 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.inc.net!news.uoregon.edu!inquo!vyzynz!news1.cris.com!newshost.comco.com!news.tamu.edu!cs.utexas.edu!news.ti.com!usenet From: fitr%mimi@magic.itg.ti.com (J.Fitter BV/N0IAT) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Radio with Taping at Selected Times? Date: 16 Nov 1995 03:29:55 GMT Organization: Taipei, TAIWAN R.O.C Lines: 26 Message-ID: <48eb7j$k05@tilde.csc.ti.com> References: Reply-To: joentam@transend.com.tw NNTP-Posting-Host: 137.167.36.115 Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.2 In article , wayne@netcom.com says... > >Anyone know of a radio, AM&FM at least, that allows one to tape >specific stations and times like a standard VCR? There are a >number of early morning programs that I would like to tape and >listen to while driving to work. >-- >Wayne Watson wayne@netcom.com (415) 969-4233 >Mountain View, CA Hi Wayne, Living overseas (where the nights are days and the days are nights, so to speak) I have come up with a device to do this. Basically, I have a stereo-tape recorder hooked into one of those "el cheapo" light timers. It kicks on at 3 am, records the 2 hour NPR broadcast, and shuts off at 5 am. Then, I can catch NPR on my commute later in the morning. I picked up my timer for about 8 bucks during an after-christmas sale. Found it at Wal Mart, in fact. I think it was designed to turn the christmas tree lights on and off at specified times, or maybe to cycle the lights when on vacation. Anyway, it works fine for my purpose. Happy listening, Joe From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:11 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.interport.net!imci2!news.internetMCI.com!darwin.sura.net!spool.mu.edu!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: critchie@ix.netcom.com (cr ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: *** FS: AOR AR8000 *** Date: 16 Nov 1995 03:53:13 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 20 Message-ID: <48ecj9$5k0@ixnews2.ix.netcom.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-ir9-24.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Wed Nov 15 7:53:13 PM PST 1995 For Sale AOR AR8000 receiver: Full coverage - 100kHz to 1900MHz continuous no gaps, full 800MHz coverage All Mode Reception - AM, USB, LSB, CW, NFM, WFM Programmable Step Size in 50Hz increments 4.0kHz SSB filter Alphanumeric multi-line display Signal Strength bar graph 1000 channel memory bank computer control I/O port. Too many features to list. Basically, top of the line receiver with full coverage. Purchased in Europe while on vacation, barely used. Price includes complete unit with manual. Asking $550.00, I'll pick up the UPS shipping (within the U.S.). Email inquiries to: critchie@ix.netcom.com From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:12 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!wave.news.pipex.net!pipex!dish.news.pipex.net!pipex!bt!btnet!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!nwnews.wa.com!nwfocus.wa.com!olympus.net!usenet From: star@olympus.net (joey lovato) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: any mods for alinco Dj-G1T!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Date: Thu, 16 Nov 1995 04:37:34 GMT Organization: Internet for the Olympic Peninsula Lines: 3 Message-ID: <48eevt$o07@olympus.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: ptpm018.olympus.net X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 any one know of any mods for this radio!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:12 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.onramp.net!news.tcst.com!op.net!news.fyionline.com!news.internetMCI.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!elvis.delphi.com!news.delphi.com!usenet From: Thomas Mitchell Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Standard C568A - Any Mods? Date: Thu, 16 Nov 95 06:53:10 -0500 Organization: Delphi (info@delphi.com email, 800-695-4005 voice) Lines: 5 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: bos1b.delphi.com If you know of any, please advise. Thanks. Tom Mitchell KG7U From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:13 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.onramp.net!news.tcst.com!dildog.lgc.com!news.sesqui.net!darwin.sura.net!dcc.uchile.cl!library.ucla.edu!info.ucla.edu!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!elvis.delphi.com!usenet From: DOUG GAVILANES Newsgroups: soc.culture.venezuela,soc.culture.uruguay,soc.culture.spain,soc.culture.peru,soc.culture.mexican.american,soc.culture.latin-america,soc.culture.ecuador,soc.culture.cuba,soc.culture.colombia,soc.culture.chile,soc.culture.bolivia,soc.culture.argentina,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.antenna Subject: Re: RADIOAFICIOANDOS ENLAZADOS VIA INTERNET Date: 16 Nov 1995 06:54:03 GMT Organization: Delphi Internet Services Lines: 14 Message-ID: <48en6b$lib@tar.beta.delphi.com> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: slip134-69.bb.delphi.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) Xref: news.epix.net soc.culture.venezuela:42985 soc.culture.uruguay:4341 soc.culture.spain:81199 soc.culture.peru:10340 soc.culture.mexican.american:7654 soc.culture.latin-america:38844 soc.culture.ecuador:3981 soc.culture.cuba:29776 soc.culture.colombia:11680 soc.culture.chile:30942 soc.culture.bolivia:9959 soc.culture.argentina:26778 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94402 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11614 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21474 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12652 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17160 Saludos desde la zona W6, Que tal si la proxima vez usamos una repetidora de 2M o 440MHz en Los Angeles? El sistema de 1.2 GHz no tiene mucho uso aqui en Los Angeles. Les felicito por el hecho. Acabo de comprar Internet Phone y reconozco que hacer la conexion resulta sumamente facil. Voy a averiguar si hay alguna repetidora mas accesible que quiere participar para otro enlace. Hasta pronto, 73 cordiales desde Disneylandia, Douglas Gavilanes Russo, N6XQY srigc@delphi.com From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:14 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!novia!news.inc.net!news.sol.net!uniserve!van-bc!news.mindlink.net!agate!usenet.kornet.nm.kr!news.kreonet.re.kr!news.dacom.co.kr!simtel!torn!govonca3!40217154 From: barsta1@epo.gov.on.ca (Are Barstad) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: FT-900 & TS-450 comments wanted Date: 16 Nov 1995 07:21:39 GMT Organization: Ministry of the Solicitor General & Correctional Services Lines: 12 Message-ID: <48eoq3$ju9@govonca3.gov.on.ca> NNTP-Posting-Host: 142.140.217.154 X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #3 I'm just in the process of buying a small rig that I can bring to my cottage and in the boat etc. Used to have a FT1000D and had to sell for home renovations, so I'm kinda spoiled. Which rig would be recommended FT900, TS450 or TS50? I'm a CW fan, so buildt in keyer would be an advantage plus maybe some filters included. There seem to be quite a few FT900's on the used market. Any reason for this? Any help would be appreciated. 73, VA3ARE - Are Barstad From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:15 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!world!blanket.mitre.org!linus.mitre.org!news.mitre.org!m14494-mac.mitre.org!user From: mwhite@mitre.org (Michael White) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Radio with Taping at Selected Times? Date: Thu, 16 Nov 1995 09:06:23 -0500 Organization: The MITRE Corporation Lines: 13 Message-ID: References: NNTP-Posting-Host: m14494-mac.mitre.org X-Newsreader: Value-Added NewsWatcher 2.0b27.1+ wayne t. watson wrote: > Anyone know of a radio, AM&FM at least, that allows one to tape > specific stations and times like a standard VCR? There are a > number of early morning programs that I would like to tape and > listen to while driving to work. The Sony SW-55 will control an external tape recorder. -- mwhite@mitre.org My opinions are my own, not my employer's. From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:16 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: tsavo@ix.netcom.com (--- ) Newsgroups: rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap,rec.roller-coaster,rec.running,rec.scouting,rec.scuba,rec.skiing.alpine Subject: Re: The idiot ham trade. Date: 16 Nov 1995 09:19:48 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 1 Message-ID: <48evnk$i5i@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825eh$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> <485m5d$gqq@ixnews4.ix.netcom.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-lv7-15.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Thu Nov 16 1:19:48 AM PST 1995 Xref: news.epix.net rec.puzzles:52159 rec.puzzles.crosswords:4615 rec.pyrotechnics:37709 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17168 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12658 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21489 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11619 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94410 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31908 rec.radio.amateur.space:5769 rec.radio.cb:24494 rec.radio.noncomm:4988 rec.radio.scanner:40796 rec.radio.shortwave:66160 rec.radio.swap:51121 rec.roller-coaster:23224 rec.running:45417 rec.scouting:37755 rec.scuba:80499 rec.skiing.alpine:33119 From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:17 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!news-e1a.megaweb.com!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: n9mxt1@aol.com (N9MXT1) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: MOD NEEDED HTX-212 Date: 16 Nov 1995 09:26:29 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 6 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <48fhmm$f72@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: n9mxt1@aol.com (N9MXT1) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com Anyone, know any MODS for the Radio Shack HTX-212? I want the MOD that will allow me to store freq's outside the ham band. Or anything else that someone might know. If you know anything please post it to me A.S.A.P Thanks... N9MXT1 - Jeffrey N9MXT - Jeffrey From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:18 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.clark.net!rahul.net!a2i!bug.rahul.net!a2i!infoseek.com!uunet!in2.uu.net!nwnews.wa.com!nwfocus.wa.com!olympus.net!ptpm004.olympus.net!user From: philkeys@olympus.net (Phil Keys) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Radio with Taping at Selected Times? Date: Thu, 16 Nov 1995 10:21:07 -0800 Organization: Software Consultant Lines: 24 Message-ID: References: NNTP-Posting-Host: ptpm004.olympus.net Boy, if you find out; let us know. I have a Sangean ATS818cs which will start recording at a preset time. But it's a real kludge. Have to set frequency and mode, set record time, turn on PRESET switch, press down RECORD and wait. Most often forget to do it all exactly right. But it shouldn't be too hard to make such a setup using a receiver with RS-232 control, a recorder with an external start/stop connection and software to control both of them. Anybody know of any applicable software? In article , wayne@netcom.com (wayne t. watson) wrote: > Anyone know of a radio, AM&FM at least, that allows one to tape > specific stations and times like a standard VCR? There are a > number of early morning programs that I would like to tape and > listen to while driving to work. > -- > Wayne Watson wayne@netcom.com (415) 969-4233 > Mountain View, CA -- philkeys@pt.olympus.net (Phil Keys) KJ7ET Jeff Co Search & Rescue Software Consultant - specializing in software safety & SQA Port Hadlock, WA 98339 (206) 379-8650 122 44.0W 48 02.0N From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:19 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!malgudi.oar.net!catseye.bluemarble.net!usenet.ucs.indiana.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!uwm.edu!lll-winken.llnl.gov!enews.sgi.com!sgigate.sgi.com!swrinde!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!nwnews.wa.com!news1.halcyon.com!chinook!ki7zd From: ki7zd@chinook.halcyon.com (Randy Seacat) Newsgroups: rec.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: PLEASE TAKE MOMENT TO READ THIS Date: 16 Nov 1995 10:24:57 GMT Organization: Northwest Nexus Inc. Lines: 36 Message-ID: <48f3hp$8rc@news1.halcyon.com> References: <48cvlp$22f@crchh327.rich.bnr.ca> <48dr0h$m27@alterdial.UU.NET> NNTP-Posting-Host: chinook.halcyon.com Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.policy:31905 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21482 If you want this spamming harrasment stopped, take the time to write a complaint to the folks who supply Burt FIsher his accounts. postmaster@ccsnet.com postamster@meol.mass.edu Simply state the truth, that Burt Fisher is being abusive, offending, and basicly a disgrace. Remind them that they ARE RESPONSIBLE to a certain degree of anything like this that they are aware of, and once you let them know about it, they are then aware of it. Have them investigate his postings in the rec.radio groups. Also point out that his is "Spamming" the net also. They will take one look, and this will stop. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Well burt, you did it to yourself. Dont threaten me with a lawsuit Burt as you always do, I have hundreds of people who would gladly write me statements that would thrash you in court. 10-4? Enough said, I will no longer be following this thread. Sorry to all those that are getting these messages. You wont see any more from myself. ki7zd@halcyon.com -- /-/-/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ | Amateur Radio Station Inet: ki7zd@halcyon.com | KI7ZD | WWA CN87 73's _._ .. __... __.. _.. "If RST > 519, Reduce Power!" From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:20 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.antenna Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!sparky.insinc.net!newsfeed.direct.ca!imci2!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!simtel!col.hp.com!news.dtc.hp.com!hplextra!hplb!hpwin055.uksr!hpqmoea!dstock From: dstock@hpqmdla.sqf.hp.com (David Stockton) Subject: Re: Burt Fisher jokes not funny Sender: news@hpqmoea.sqf.hp.com (SQF News Admin) Message-ID: Date: Thu, 16 Nov 1995 12:52:13 GMT References: <4867e4$l55@alterdial.UU.NET> Nntp-Posting-Host: hpqmocc.sqf.hp.com Organization: Hewlett-Packard LTD, South Queensferry, Scotland X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.1 PL8.8] Followup-To: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.antenna Lines: 15 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.swap:51097 rec.radio.shortwave:66148 rec.radio.scanner:40777 rec.radio.amateur.space:5765 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31900 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94399 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11612 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21470 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12651 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17158 Burt Fisher (k1oik@ccsnet.com) wrote: : Then why do I get frequent messages that appreciate my comments? Is this the first contact with non-human sapient entities ? Or is someone going to suggest that any message that likes Burt's humour.......... No, who would be so cruel ? Cheers, David From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:21 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.uoregon.edu!demon!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!gatech2!pirates!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!swrinde!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!mdisea!mothost!lmpsbbs!news From: burke_br@adcae1.comm.mot.com (Bruce Burke Redi) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: J POLE ANTENNA Questions Date: 16 Nov 1995 12:58:27 GMT Organization: Motorola RPG I.C. Technology Center Lines: 34 Distribution: world Message-ID: <48fchj$nqk@brokaw.comm.mot.com> References: <1995Nov11.022640.15088@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> Reply-To: burke_br@adcae1.comm.mot.com NNTP-Posting-Host: md20.comm.mot.com In article 15088@ke4zv.atl.ga.us, gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) writes: }In article charles1@netcom.com (charles copeland) writes: }>In article , }>charles copeland wrote: }>> }>>From: N6DCD@KB7WE.#WWA.WA.USA.NOAM (packet) }> }>I have two questions about making a J pole. }> stuff deleted } }If you want gain, you can stack halfwave sections using hairpin }phasing sections. A four bay J-pole built like this has 6 dbd, }8.2 dbi, and is still mechanically rigid if made out of good size }copper pipe. The plumber's delight construction makes the J pole }easy to build, DC grounded for safety, and easy to mount. Actually, end-fed phased arrays don't achieve their theoretical gain. I don't remember the exact technical term, but essentially you run out of energy to excite the succeding sections. It becomes a diminishing return. This is discussed in Jasik's book on Antennas. Besides, 4 stacked half-waves would be a nightmare mechanically using hairpins. Your talking about an antenna of about 14 feet in height here! Two sections is about the mechanical limit. } }Gary }-- }Gary Coffman KE4ZV 73, Bruce, WB4YUC From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:22 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.kreonet.re.kr!news.dacom.co.kr!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!simtel!col.hp.com!news.dtc.hp.com!hplextra!hplb!hpwin055.uksr!hpqmoea!dstock From: dstock@hpqmdla.sqf.hp.com (David Stockton) Subject: Re: Icom 761 with high pitch noise - need help Sender: news@hpqmoea.sqf.hp.com (SQF News Admin) Message-ID: Date: Thu, 16 Nov 1995 13:07:58 GMT References: <4854la$da0@vixen.cso.uiuc.edu> Nntp-Posting-Host: hpqmocc.sqf.hp.com Organization: Hewlett-Packard LTD, South Queensferry, Scotland X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.1 PL8.8] Lines: 31 Lynn D. Osterbur (no9z@prairienet.org) wrote: : I have an Icom 761A that will intermittently emit a high pitch : noise. The sound is very similar to that of a television high voltage : noise. It occurrs in rx and tx, but more pronounced in tx. Any ideas? : Any advice would be appreciated. tks de Lynn : -- That radio and the 765 have switch mode power supplies. If something in the ferrite power transformer is able to vibrate, you can get sounds at fractions of the switching frequency. Drive a dummy load and vary the power output (Use CW, key down, but don't hold for too long) and you'll be able to hit a number of modes that make different sounds. On SSB, these effects are voice modulated, you may be able to hear a mumbling sort of "monkey chatter" It's just something you dismiss once you know the cause. The SMPS is fairly efficient and is very well screened and filtered, the result is a lower power bill, a lighter radio, and a radio that runs a lot cooler - needing less fan activity. Internally, everything in the radio is powered from a single 13.8v feed, by the way. Also the fins on the power supply case are scalpel-sharp BEWARE! and the control IC for the supply is obsolete, I think ICOM have some stocks for repair purposes. I laid in a couple of spres for my 765 Cheers David GM4ZNX Oh, yes The manual is in error about how to change for 220/240v power - it omits to mention a link UNDER the main input bridge rectifier. From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:23 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.onramp.net!news.mind.net!chi-news.cic.net!io.org!van-bc!news.mindlink.net!agate!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!news.ultranet.com!bigboote.WPI.EDU!news3.near.net!tristram.edc.org!news From: Kevin Kelleher Newsgroups: rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap,rec.running,rec.scouting,rec.scuba,rec.skiing.alpine Subject: Re: What some think about sexy hams Date: 16 Nov 1995 14:28:22 GMT Organization: Education Development Center Lines: 4 Message-ID: <48fhq6$r0k@tristram.edc.org> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825g6$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> <487bgm$gnp@ixnews3.ix.netcom.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: tristram.edc.org Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (X11; I; SunOS 5.4 sun4m) X-URL: news:487bgm$gnp@ixnews3.ix.netcom.com Xref: news.epix.net rec.puzzles:52153 rec.puzzles.crosswords:4614 rec.pyrotechnics:37703 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17163 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12655 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21477 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11616 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94407 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31904 rec.radio.amateur.space:5768 rec.radio.cb:24491 rec.radio.noncomm:4987 rec.radio.scanner:40791 rec.radio.shortwave:66153 rec.radio.swap:51108 rec.running:45410 rec.scouting:37747 rec.scuba:80487 rec.skiing.alpine:33099 Please add rec.org.mensa.flame.flame.flame to this thread. And let me say that I love running behind a woman with sexy hams. From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:24 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!news.ultranet.com!bigboote.WPI.EDU!news3.near.net!tristram.edc.org!news From: Kevin Kelleher Newsgroups: rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap,rec.running,rec.scouting,rec.scuba,rec.skiing.alpine,rec.org.mensa.flame.flame.flame Subject: Re: What some think about sexy hams Date: 16 Nov 1995 14:37:17 GMT Organization: Education Development Center Lines: 4 Message-ID: <48fiat$rhf@tristram.edc.org> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825g6$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> <487bgm$gnp@ixnews3.ix.netcom.com> <48fhq6$r0k@tristram.edc.org> NNTP-Posting-Host: tristram.edc.org Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (X11; I; SunOS 5.4 sun4m) X-URL: news:48fhq6$r0k@tristram.edc.org Xref: news.epix.net rec.puzzles:52143 rec.puzzles.crosswords:4610 rec.pyrotechnics:37697 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17153 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12647 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21466 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11607 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94393 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31896 rec.radio.amateur.space:5762 rec.radio.cb:24481 rec.radio.noncomm:4985 rec.radio.scanner:40768 rec.radio.shortwave:66141 rec.radio.swap:51088 rec.running:45387 rec.scouting:37735 rec.scuba:80465 rec.skiing.alpine:33071 After reading the original "sexy hams" message, I see that the hams in question where not anatomical, but radio hams. Sorry. I just assumed that in a rec.running, hams were the... well you know. From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:25 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.clark.net!rahul.net!a2i!bug.rahul.net!a2i!genmagic!sgigate.sgi.com!swrinde!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!news.ultranet.com!bigboote.WPI.EDU!news3.near.net!sol.caps.maine.edu!web.ddp.state.me.us!gatekeeper.ddp.state.me.us!afpgreg From: afpgreg@gatekeeper.ddp.state.me.us (Paul Gregory) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: R5000 Misbehaves Date: 16 Nov 1995 15:16:56 GMT Organization: Maine State Governtment Lines: 16 Message-ID: <48fkl8$dtm@web.ddp.state.me.us> NNTP-Posting-Host: gatekeeper.ddp.state.me.us X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] My R5000 Rx is acting up. Simply quits on hot humid days of summer and then lately its doing the same if I leave the radio unplugged, a regular practice to prevent lightning or ac spikes from killing the front end. In the latter, more recent condition, the digital display goes blank--with decimal points across the display but is revived if I tune up or down a few kcs. But if left on frequency, it goes blank. Sometimes I can hear what's on the frequency, but usually all's dead other than some baseline noise when the af gain is cranked up. Also, the built-in VHF converter doesn't stay engadged during these seizures, reverting back to the hf bands for a moment and then the display quits as explained. Paul Frustrated. Any diagnoses and presriptions from the group are gratefully appreciated! --Paul From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:26 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.packet.net!news.combase.com!imci3!imci2!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!simtel!news00.sunet.se!sunic!psinntp!psinntp!psinntp!news1.h1.usa.pipeline.com!usenet From: alvp@usa.pipeline.com(Alan VerPlanck) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: FS Lowe 150, PR 150, SP 150 Date: 16 Nov 1995 15:41:20 GMT Organization: Pipeline USA Lines: 3 Message-ID: <48fm30$s0l@news1.usa.pipeline.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: pipe2.h1.usa.pipeline.com X-PipeUser: alvp X-PipeHub: usa.pipeline.com X-PipeGCOS: (Alan VerPlanck) X-Newsreader: Pipeline USA v3.3.0 Very good condition; all major components, incl. tuner (HF 150) Preselector (PR 150) and outboard speaker w/ notch (SP 150). Includes power suppli(es) and whip for portable use. From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:27 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!news-e1a.megaweb.com!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsjunkie.ans.net!gatech2!pirates!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!swrinde!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news1.i1.net!news1.inlink.com!usenet From: raiar@inlink.com (Gary V. Deutschmann, Sr.) Newsgroups: rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap,rec.roller-coaster,rec.running,rec.scouting,rec.scuba,rec.skiing.alpine Subject: Re: The idiot ham trade. Date: Thu, 16 Nov 1995 16:21:07 GMT Organization: Inlink Lines: 4 Message-ID: <48fo6h$fk8@news1.inlink.com> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825eh$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> <485m5d$gqq@ixnews4.ix.netcom.com> <485q5e$34s@globe.indirect.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: slip158.inlink.com X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Xref: news.epix.net rec.puzzles:52160 rec.puzzles.crosswords:4616 rec.pyrotechnics:37711 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17169 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12659 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21494 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11620 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94411 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31909 rec.radio.amateur.space:5770 rec.radio.cb:24495 rec.radio.noncomm:4989 rec.radio.scanner:40798 rec.radio.shortwave:66161 rec.radio.swap:51124 rec.roller-coaster:23225 rec.running:45418 rec.scouting:37756 rec.scuba:80500 rec.skiing.alpine:33121 If I fix a HAM & CHEESE on Jewish Rye, is it KOSHER, or must I use Kosher Pickles to get the effect? From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:28 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!bcm.tmc.edu!news.tamu.edu!news.utdallas.edu!news01.aud.alcatel.com!gatech2!pirates!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!swrinde!elroy.jpl.nasa.gov!ncar!uchinews!gw2.att.com!nntpa!news From: Allen R. Shuff Subject: Re: Yaesu FT-757GX KAPUT! Help! Message-ID: Sender: news@nntpa.cb.att.com (Netnews Administration) Nntp-Posting-Host: cbpcarsh.cb.att.com Reply-To: attmail!ashuff (ARSH) Organization: AT&T Network Systems X-Newsreader: DiscussIT 2.5.1.3 for MS Windows [AT&T Software Products Division] References: <48ct85$kn0@news.cc.oberlin.edu> Date: Thu, 16 Nov 1995 16:26:36 GMT Lines: 19 Bill, One thing you might check is that you do not have the MOX button depressed. I only say this because it has happened to me more than once. Allen Shuff AI4G as2@ganet.net >==========pruth@ocvaxa.cc.oberlin.edu, 11/15/95========== > >My radio was fine until I switched it on last night, when it was >totally dead. The power supply is fine, and I routinely disconnect >antenna and line cords whenever I stop operating to prevent >static or power surges. When I push the ON button nothing >happens, no lights, no sounds, nothing--no power is going anywhere. >Is this a simple fix or a catastrophic event, all ye who have >Been There? Thanks for any advice you can give. --Bill KB8USZ >pruth@alpha.cc.oberlin.edu From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:29 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!utnut!nott!crc-news.doc.ca!netfs.dnd.ca!crad.dnd.ca!usenet From: "Ron W. MacPherson" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Yaesu FT-757GX KAPUT! Help! Date: 16 Nov 1995 16:33:20 GMT Organization: DND NDHQ CRAD/HQ DS pol Lines: 29 Message-ID: <48fp4g$fs0@sparky.crad.dnd.ca> References: <48ct85$kn0@news.cc.oberlin.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: ronmac.crad.dnd.ca Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) pruth@ocvaxa.cc.oberlin.edu wrote: >My radio was fine until I switched it on last night, when it was >totally dead. The power supply is fine, and I routinely disconnect >antenna and line cords whenever I stop operating to prevent >static or power surges. When I push the ON button nothing >happens, no lights, no sounds, nothing--no power is going anywhere. >Is this a simple fix or a catastrophic event, all ye who have >Been There? Thanks for any advice you can give. --Bill KB8USZ >pruth@alpha.cc.oberlin.edu I've experienced this problem a couple of times. Even took the whole thing apart trying to find out what went wrong. Then I discovered tha the PTT switch on my desk mic was weighted done by a book. The radio won't turn on if any of the tranmit switches are on, including the one on the front panel. Once I verified everything was off it worked on power up. Boy did I feel sheepish! Hope your problem is as simple. -- Ron MacPherson, DS Pol 3 __ /| Desk: (613) 995-2085 Ron.MacPherson@crad.dnd.ca \'o O' Fax: (613) 996-0038 Ottawa, Ontario CANADA =(_*_)= U "Touch not the cat but a glove." From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:29 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!elroy.jpl.nasa.gov!usc!newshub.cts.com!usenet From: "michael p. murphy" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: FS:TEK 465M Date: 16 Nov 1995 16:52:36 GMT Organization: CTS Network Services Lines: 5 Message-ID: <48fq8k$48p@news2.cts.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: murphy1.cts.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Macintosh; I; 68K) X-URL: news:rec.radio.amateur.equipment TEK 465M SCOPE, GOOD COND, $350 MIKE 619 588 7817 VOICE/FAX From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:30 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!elroy.jpl.nasa.gov!usc!newshub.cts.com!usenet From: "michael p. murphy" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: FS:TEK 465M Date: 16 Nov 1995 16:53:05 GMT Organization: CTS Network Services Lines: 5 Message-ID: <48fq9h$48s@news2.cts.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: murphy1.cts.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Macintosh; I; 68K) X-URL: news:rec.radio.amateur.equipment TEK 465M SCOPE, GOOD COND, $350 MIKE 619 588 7817 VOICE/FAX From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:31 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.missouri.edu!news From: Sarah Godfrey Newsgroups: rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.ra Subject: Re: What some think about sexy hams Date: 16 Nov 1995 18:41:55 GMT Organization: University of Missouri - Columbia Lines: 3 Message-ID: <48g0lj$pss@news.missouri.edu> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825g6$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> <487hjv$19c@mdsroc.com> <48be57$e6p@ornews.intel.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: mac1.phlab.missouri.edu Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Macintosh; I; PPC) X-URL: news:48be57$e6p@ornews.intel.com Xref: news.epix.net rec.puzzles:52152 rec.puzzles.crosswords:4613 rec.pyrotechnics:37702 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17162 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12654 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21476 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11615 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94405 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31902 rec.radio.amateur.space:5766 rec.radio.cb:24488 What is all this??? From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:32 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!sgigate.sgi.com!spool.mu.edu!torn!news1.toronto.fonorola.net!pathway1.pathcom.com!ts1l3 From: @pathcom.com Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: New Icom IC-2350 Dualband Date: 16 Nov 1995 18:44:57 GMT Organization: Pathway Communications Lines: 4 Message-ID: <48g0r9$sce@pathway1.pathcom.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ts1l3.pathcom.com X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #4 Does anyone know any mods for the new Icom IC-2350 dual band mobile? jfox@pathcom.com From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:33 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!hookup!swrinde!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.dfw.net!news.dfw.net!not-for-mail From: dmclean@dfw.net (David McLean) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: MOds needed for the Alinco 610 Date: 16 Nov 1995 21:19:25 -0600 Organization: DFWNet -- Public Internet Access Lines: 5 Message-ID: <48guvt$e6s@dfw.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: dfw.net X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] I am looknfor the mods for the alinco 610 moble. please send them -- David MClean From the World of Ham Radio! KC5NNV Is Clear! From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:34 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newshub.cts.com!usc!nic-nac.CSU.net!csulb.edu!drivel.ics.uci.edu!news.service.uci.edu!ihnp4.ucsd.edu!news1.ucsd.edu!news-mail-gateway From: /PN=Scott.C.Werling/O=wallace/PRMD=iadps/ADMD=attmail/C=us/@safe.ia.GOV Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: (none) Date: 16 Nov 95 21:47:01 GMT Organization: ucsd usenet gateway Lines: 29 Message-ID: <199511162147.PAA14059@outpost.safe.ia.gov> NNTP-Posting-Host: ucsd.edu Originator: daemon@ucsd.edu >From /PN=Scott.C.Werling/O=wallace/PRMD=iadps/ADMD=attmail/C=us/ Thu Nov 16 15:50:30 CST 1995 remote from osiint.safe.ia.gov Date: 16 Nov 1995 15:44:38 -0600 X400-Trace: US*ATTMAIL*IADPS arrival 16 Nov 1995 15:44:38 -0600 action Relayed From: /PN=Scott.C.Werling/O=wallace/PRMD=iadps/ADMD=attmail/C=us/@osiint.safe.ia.gov To: "/rfc-822=ham-equip(a)ucsd.edu/OU=osi-internet/O=wallace/PRMD=iadps/ADMD=attmail/C=us/"@osiint.safe.ia.gov Subject: ICOM 706 Importance: normal Autoforwarded: FALSE Message-Id: P1-Message-Id: US*ATTMAIL*IADPS;IDPS3550 werl1116154445aa UA-Content-Id: werl1116154445aa P1-Content-Type: P2 Priority: normal Received: from osiint.safe.ia.gov by iadpshub.safe.ia.gov; Thu, 16 Nov 1995 15:50 CST Content-Type: text Content-Length: 395 One point you may have missed on the Icom 706, it has a built in electronic keyer. This is done by several commands to the unit and use of the up/down keys on the mic for keying. No CW key or paddle necessary! Pretty neat! I got to use it last night, great setup. The pre-amp is really good. Tnx to W0RFX for use of his new rig, 73 all Scott N0XZY werling@safe.ia.gov From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:35 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsat!engineer.mrg.uswest.com!news.uoregon.edu!mars.efn.org!garcia.efn.org!not-for-mail From: sovens@efn.org (Sonny Ovens) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Converting Minitor II Date: 16 Nov 1995 23:07:56 -0800 Organization: Oregon Public Networking Lines: 23 Message-ID: <48hccc$lma@garcia.efn.org> References: <48cn7f$htc@news.usit.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: garcia.efn.org X-Newsreader: NN version 6.5.0 #7 (NOV) In <48cn7f$htc@news.usit.net> priggins@usit.net (Patrick N. Riggins) writes: I have a Minitor II pager for fire department use. what is the original frequency that your pager operates on? Motorola manufactures them for most bands (VHF-L/H,UHF). I have tried modifying them so I can receive dispatch 1 and dispatch 2, instead of dispatch 1 and tactical 1. I had no luck obtaining and info regarding this. I do klnow that it requires more than a crystal change. I tryed asking motorola for info, but they basically told me that it wouild void the waranty. I could get little info from them. Sorry I could not be of more help. Although, if you do find any info regarding this, please let me know. thanks Sonny sonny@lancelot.chs.lane.edu *or* sovens@efn.org >I am trying to find some info about converting a Motorola Minitor II voice >pager to monitor a 2 meter repeater. Is it as simple as swapping out the >crystal and retuning?? If it is, does anyone know what the freq. formula >would be for this pager ? Thanks in advance for any info. >-- Patrick N. Riggins KA4ZNU > Knoxville, TN From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:36 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!paladin.american.edu!hookup!swrinde!newsfeed.internetmci.com!globe.indirect.com!grizzarv From: grizzarv@indirect.com (Robert V. Grizzard) Newsgroups: rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb Subject: Re: What some think about sexy hams Followup-To: rec.radio.amateur.misc Date: 17 Nov 1995 01:23:00 GMT Organization: Internet Direct, Inc. Lines: 12 Message-ID: <48go5l$sia@globe.indirect.com> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825g6$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> <487hjv$19c@mdsroc.com> <48be57$e6p@ornews.intel.com> <48g0lj$pss@news.missouri.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: bud.indirect.com X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Xref: news.epix.net rec.puzzles:52175 rec.puzzles.crosswords:4618 rec.pyrotechnics:37716 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17179 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12671 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21508 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11626 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94424 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31918 rec.radio.amateur.space:5772 rec.radio.cb:24502 Sarah Godfrey (c594477@showme.missouri.edu.) wrote: : What is all this??? Sarah, this is a thread with a hitherto untrimmed followup-to line. Since this doesn't fit anywhere else in the known ham radio universe, I'm going to arbitrarily set the followups to rec.radio.amateur.misc. I don't know where it started from. KG7YY (posting from rec.pyrotechnics) From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:38 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!tcsi.tcs.com!agate!dog.ee.lbl.gov!news.cs.utah.edu!news.cc.utah.edu!cor!not-for-mail From: ew9186@cc.utah.edu (Eugene Watanabe) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.scanner Subject: Re: Standard 568A recovery? Followup-To: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.scanner Date: 17 Nov 1995 02:06:50 GMT Organization: University of Utah Computer Center Lines: 22 Message-ID: <48gqnq$5nr@news.cc.utah.edu> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: cor.oz.cc.utah.edu X-Newsreader: TIN [UNIX 1.3 950515BETA PL0] Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21519 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11633 rec.radio.scanner:40831 Michael Fogarty (mfogarty@netcom.com) wrote: : A new tribander is out from Standard: the 568A. It receives a surprising : array of frequencies, including 800-1300MHz. Does anyone know of mods : for recovering the interesting parts of the 800 realm? I've checked : Oakland and can't get through to AD4HL's BBS (at 615-537-6051). : : Does anyone have one of these radios? What do you think? : : I'd also like to get a general feeling for what people think about the : Standard brand. : : In the market, : Mike I own the Standard c558a dual band handheld and the c5718 dual band mobile. I like them so much that I wouldn't part with them for anything. (Well, almost anything.) They are extremely solid rigs and sound great (on receive and transmit). 73's Eugene (AA7BH) From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:38 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Antenna 4 Standard C5 From: clint.bradford@woodybbs.com (Clint Bradford) Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!holonet!colossus.holonet.net!wwswinc!clint.bradford Distribution: world Message-ID: <93.9516.7583.0NFBB87D@woodybbs.com> Date: Fri, 17 Nov 95 04:45:00 -0500 Organization: WoodyWare Software, Inc. - 516-736-6662 Lines: 14 Subject: Re: Antenna 4 Standard C508?? 7M>Where can I get a dofferent antenna for the Standard C508 Dual >Band HT? It uses a small SMA-like connector instead of a BNC due Comet has one! Call your closest Ham Radio Outlet to order. I haven't personally heard any reports on it yet. Clint Bradford * 1st 2.00 #8286 * He dreamed he was a muffler -- he awakened exhausted. --- þ wcECHO 4.1 ÷ AR-Net: ATTENTION to Details þ Mira Loma, CA þ 909-681-6221 From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:39 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!novia!news.dpc.net!news.heurikon.com!uwvax!uwm.edu!lll-winken.llnl.gov!enews.sgi.com!decwrl!tribune.usask.ca!news.sasknet.sk.ca!news From: @sasknet.sk.ca (Dave Scarfe) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Want 70cm for Yeasu 767gx FEX-767-7B(430-440) Date: 17 Nov 1995 04:45:26 GMT Organization: SaskNet News Distribution Lines: 5 Message-ID: <48h416$huv@tomcat.sasknet.sk.ca> NNTP-Posting-Host: badger11.sasknet.sk.ca X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.92.6+ I am looking for a 430-440 Mhz module for a Yeasu FT767GX. Please let me know if you have one or may have a line on one! Thanks, Dave From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:40 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsat!engineer.mrg.uswest.com!news.uoregon.edu!news.dacom.co.kr!simtel!torn!govonca3!40217154 From: barsta1@epo.gov.on.ca (Are Barstad) Newsgroups: rec.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: PLEASE TAKE MOMENT TO READ THIS Date: 17 Nov 1995 06:05:27 GMT Organization: Ministry of the Solicitor General & Correctional Services Lines: 5 Message-ID: <48h8n7$528@govonca3.gov.on.ca> References: <48cvlp$22f@crchh327.rich.bnr.ca> <48dr0h$m27@alterdial.UU.NET> <48f3hp$8rc@news1.halcyon.com> <48ghls$j69@alterdial.UU.NET> NNTP-Posting-Host: 142.140.217.154 X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #3 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.policy:31917 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21506 > >That is why I am still posting? > Amen Brother, Amen! From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:41 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!hookup!newshost.marcam.com!charnel.ecst.csuchico.edu!xmission!imci2!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!explorer.csc.com!wb3ffv!usenet From: hturn@pelican.davlin.net (Henry Turner) Subject: Icom 820H Sender: usenet@abs.net Message-ID: Date: Fri, 17 Nov 1995 08:50:40 GMT X-Nntp-Posting-Host: ip120.davlin.net Organization: ABSnet Internet Services, Inc. - info@abs.net - (410)-361-8160 X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Lines: 8 I was wonderding if anyone had any mods or tips concerning Icom's 820H 2m & 70cm? I have the rig and like it very much... just wondering if there were any mods? From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:41 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!sparky.insinc.net!newsfeed.direct.ca!imci2!newsfeed.internetmci.com!gatech!newsjunkie.ans.net!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: jayb@aol.com (Jay B) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: yaesu 2200,2500 xmit mods needed,help pls Date: 17 Nov 1995 09:11:31 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 2 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <48i56j$7a4@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: jayb@aol.com (Jay B) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com i'd appreciate info on mods for 2200 & 2500 to extend xmit to 159.995. for testing purposes. thanks. email response please From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:42 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.heurikon.com!uwvax!uwm.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!sdd.hp.com!gatech2!swrinde!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!world!blanket.mitre.org!linus.mitre.org!news.mitre.org!m14494-mac.mitre.org!user From: mwhite@mitre.org (Michael White) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Yaesu FT-757GX KAPUT! Help! Date: Fri, 17 Nov 1995 09:38:52 -0500 Organization: The MITRE Corporation Lines: 9 Message-ID: References: <48ct85$kn0@news.cc.oberlin.edu> <48fp4g$fs0@sparky.crad.dnd.ca> NNTP-Posting-Host: m14494-mac.mitre.org X-Newsreader: Value-Added NewsWatcher 2.0b27.1+ >My radio was fine until I switched it on last night... There is a CPU reset button on the back; did you try that? A friend had a 'dead' 757, and it turned out that it just needed to be re-booted. -- mwhite@mitre.org My opinions are my own, not my employer's. From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:43 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!malgudi.oar.net!catseye.bluemarble.net!usenet.ucs.indiana.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!uwm.edu!lll-winken.llnl.gov!enews.sgi.com!sgigate.sgi.com!swrinde!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.westnet.com!port4.ts2.westnet.com!kb2rkx From: kb2rkx@westnet.com (Wm. H. Brakman) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: freq change for MRC765 Date: Fri, 17 Nov 1995 11:03:44 EST Organization: WestNet Internet Services Lines: 4 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: port4.ts2.westnet.com X-Newsreader: Trumpet for Windows [Version 1.0 Rev B final beta #4] Help needed . want to use old model airplane radio. MRC765 circa 1976 have schmatic. currently on 72.160mhz. want to know if ok to use on modern rc channel or should i try 6-mtr band. appreciate any/all help tnx 73 de Hank kb2rkx@westnet.com From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:44 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!cs.utexas.edu!usc!sdd.hp.com!swrinde!newsfeed.internetmci.com!solaris.cc.vt.edu!box185.ams.vt.edu!user From: pelt@vt.edu (Ranson J. Pelt) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Radio Mods Date: Fri, 17 Nov 1995 11:46:36 -0500 Organization: Virginia Tech Lines: 12 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: box185.ams.vt.edu I've seen a lot of requests for various radio mods lately. Check out http://ftp.qrz.com/ It has modifications for hundreds of radios. Good luck! -- Ranson J. Pelt pelt@vt.edu QST de nz4i From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:45 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!matlock.mindspring.com!usenet From: pieter.ibelings@sciatl.com (Pieter Ibelings) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Need source of pc-mounted Totshu RF Relays. Date: 17 Nov 1995 13:49:35 GMT Organization: Scientific Atlanta Lines: 12 Message-ID: <48i3tf$h52@firehose.mindspring.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: wave.mindspring.com Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.2 I am looking for a source of PC mounted RF relays made by Totshu. If you have any information please e-mail it to me asap. Thanks for the help. 73's Pieter Ibelings AC4OP HK1ZAB email: wave@mindspring.com From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:46 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.heurikon.com!uwvax!uwm.edu!cs.utexas.edu!news.ti.com!usenet From: oops@msg.ti.com (Mitchell Carson) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Where to get Yaesu nicad cheap? Date: 17 Nov 1995 15:01:28 GMT Organization: Texas Instruments Lines: 21 Message-ID: <48i848$964@tilde.csc.ti.com> References: <48g7d1$o8@panix2.panix.com> Reply-To: oops@msg.ti.com (Mitchell Carson) NNTP-Posting-Host: mcarson.sc.ti.com X-Newsreader: IBM NewsReader/2 v1.09 In <48g7d1$o8@panix2.panix.com>, reinerp@panix.com (Peter Reiner) writes: >I need a replacement for the FNB-25 battery pack and am looking for >a good quality aftermarket supplier. >Thanks. Give these folks a call. Battery Tech. (W & W Assoc.) 800 South Broadway Hicksville, NY. 11801 (800) 221-0732 FYI, Last May I purchased a 1500mAh battery pack for my FT-530 from these folks. It works great and cost me a whopping $35 (by far a better price than the 600mAh from Yaesu). Mitchell Carson - KC5MKW Texas Instruments Std. disclaimer: I speak only for myself. From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:47 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!news.ssd.intel.com!chnews!vegas.ch.intel.com!cmoore From: cmoore@vegas.ch.intel.com (Cecil A. Moore~) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,uk.radio.amateur Subject: Re: IC706 Date: 17 Nov 1995 16:30:43 GMT Organization: Intel Corporation, Chandler, AZ Lines: 10 Distribution: world Message-ID: <48idbj$10hq@chnews.ch.intel.com> References: <47n930$a3k$1@mhade.production.compuserve.com> <483q96$190g@chnews.ch.intel.com> <48aeeh$1n21@chnews.ch.intel.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: vegas.ch.intel.com Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17171 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21497 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94413 uk.radio.amateur:9199 In article , Karl Beckman wrote: >The IC706 does NOT meet the FCC's technical requirements >and is not permitted by ANRC. I assume my friend will transmit only during emergencies, which is legal and permitted by ANRC. 73, Cecil, KG7BK, OOTC (not speaking for my employer) From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:48 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.texas.net!newshost.comco.com!news1.cris.com!news2.acs.oakland.edu!news.concourse.com!ragnarok.oar.net!malgudi.oar.net!caen!spool.mu.edu!agate!news.mindlink.net!van-bc!pm039.bby.wis.net!user From: pezad@wimsey.com (Peter Zadorozny) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: RS. HTX202 What's Wrong ? Date: Fri, 17 Nov 1995 19:38:25 -0800 Organization: Online at Wimsey Lines: 31 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: pm039.bby.wis.net Whats with the RS. HTX202 This is my second one this year -- failures The problem is the antenna seems to lose connection with the radio. It doesn't appear to be the antenna as it works on other handhelds just fine. Other antennas don't seem to work on the HTX202. When the transmit button is pushed the power out LCD display goes full scale and it shouldn't (like no antenna connected). There is little or no radiated power. Very strong repeaters can be heard but very weak, maybe 1 or 2 meter units. It's almost like the metal in the centre of the BNC connector on top of the handheld becomes disconnected. You can get it to work intermittantly by pushing on the centre conductor of the BNC with the antenna off (I become the antenna) or by spinning the rubber duck to certain positions while connected. -------------------------------------------------------- Is this a common fault with this rig ? What causes it ? -------------------------------------------------------- I have not been too bold in my investigations as it is still under warranty (just).I am concerned though as next time things wont be covered. My first one was replaced immediately, now RS wants to try a repair.I'm not hopefull. Thanks for any suggests and comments in advance. Peter pezad@wimsey.com VE7CUZ From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:49 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.clark.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.kreonet.re.kr!usenet.kornet.nm.kr!agate!howland.reston.ans.net!news-e1a.megaweb.com!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: jchol@aol.com (JCHol) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Icom 761 with high pitch noise - need help Date: 17 Nov 1995 19:45:09 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 8 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <48jaal$hlu@newsbf02.news.aol.com> References: Reply-To: jchol@aol.com (JCHol) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com The Icom 751 has a common problem with a minor high pitched whine from a small transformer located near the front panel. There are fixes for this. Contact n5off@w5ddl.aara.org for info. He rectified the problem after talking to the factory repair center. 73 de John, WA5TWL.... From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:50 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.infi.net!jpenderg.ipctech.com!user From: jmp@ipctech.com (John Pendergraft) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: DSP100 on Kenwood TS850 Date: 17 Nov 1995 20:29:45 GMT Organization: IPC Technologies Inc. Lines: 7 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: jpenderg.ipctech.com I am looking into buying the Kenwood DSP100 for my Kenwood TS850AT. I am under the impression that the DSP is done at audio and not at I/F as it is in the new Kenwood 870. Even at this, has anyone had experience with the DSP100 as compared to the other generic brands? My main concern is eliminating the adjacent signal hash on 75/40 meters. Advice from actual users would be prefered. Thanks in advance, john KO4MY From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:51 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!matlock.mindspring.com!usenet From: cwagar@mindspring.com (B. Clayton Wagar) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Kenwood TH79A&(D) New Modifications Date: Fri, 17 Nov 1995 20:51:47 GMT Organization: MindSpring Enterprises Lines: 57 Message-ID: <48ism0$79g@stealth.mindspring.com> Reply-To: cwagar@mindspring.com NNTP-Posting-Host: cwagar.mindspring.com X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 KENWOOD TH79A and 79A(D) NEW MODIFICATION FILE REQUEST FOR UPDATES AND ADDITIONS FOR NEXT VERSION 2.0------ CURRENT VERSION AVAILABLE AT http://oak.oakland.edu:8080/pub/hamradio/mods/kenwood/th79A ----------------------------------------------------------- Hello everyone, It has been quite a while since I wrote the original modification sheet for the Kenwood TH79A dual bander. Many of you have written me from around the world asking about a more current document that details the operation and modifications of the unit. In order to create a newer document, I am requesting feedback from anyone who has performed the modifications successfully or not. It is very important that I obtain a current set of information, or else I will not be able to publish a newer specification sheet. I am especially interested in those of you with TH79A(d)'s, as I have not been able to get reliable information from anyone regarding the information in the first mod sheets...!!!!! PLEASE READ CAREFULLY If you have any information that will be of use to the TH79 mods file, please email to: cwagar@mindspring.com subject of: NEW INFORMATION FOR TH79 (NOTE: USE THIS FOR SENDING ME INFO ONLY) If you would like to receive the newest copy when available, please email to: cwagar@mindspring.com subject of: 79A MODS LIST and the current version is available from: http://oak.oakland.edu:8080/pub/hamradio/mods/kenwood/th79A PLEASE do not post responses to the group as I will be maintaining this list through email only. Any new information or solid confirmation of old information will get credit in the new modification file. Thanks in advance for your help, and 73, Clayton Wagar cwagar@mindspring.com www.mindspring.com/~cwagar From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:52 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!gatech2!swrinde!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!news.nevada.edu!silver.scs.unr.edu!news.unr.edu!usenet From: "Luis B.R." Newsgroups: rec.puzzles,rec.radio.amateur,rec.radio.amateur.digital,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm Subject: Get us off "ham" thread, please Date: 17 Nov 1995 21:39:50 GMT Organization: Univ. of Nevada-Reno Lines: 41 Message-ID: <48ivf6$2pv@umbra.unr.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: 134.197.32.134 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Macintosh; I; 68K) To: asource@ix.netcom.com X-URL: news:485m5d$gqq@ixnews4.ix.netcom.com Xref: news.epix.net rec.puzzles:52170 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12668 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21504 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11624 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94419 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31914 rec.radio.amateur.space:5771 rec.radio.cb:24499 rec.radio.noncomm:4991 asource@ix.netcom.com (InterSource ) wrote: >In <4825eh$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> Burt Fisher writes: > >> >>I said: "I have a VIC 20 I want to trade for a IC-781" (how long do we >>have read thesre messages where some ham wants to trade his junk for >>something woth something). >> >> >>From: KH2KQ@KA6EYH.#NOCAL.CA.USA.NOAM >>To : K1OIK@KQ1K.MA.USA.NA > > >Burt there is a Salvation Army Thrift Store in Thornton Colorado (on >Washington Blvd.) that as of last week, had a box with 4 Vic 20's for >sale for $10 --- is that a hint ???? --- surely you were not serious >about that type of trade or was it a typo.> {snippage} Would you PLEASE remove rec.skiing.alpine from your posting header for this thread. We've been trying to remove this thread for a fe= w days now. We greatly appreciate it. Thank you in advance. Your friends at rec.skiing.alpine From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:53 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!alterdial.uu.net!not-for-mail From: Burt Fisher Newsgroups: radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space Subject: Even my wife thinks hams are... Date: 17 Nov 1995 22:59:22 GMT Lines: 12 Message-ID: <48j44a$5i6@alterdial.UU.NET> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825eh$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> <485m5d$gqq@ixnews4.ix.netcom.com> <485q5e$34s@globe.indirect.com> <48fo6h$fk8@news1.inlink.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: 199.172.47.193 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12672 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21512 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11630 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31925 rec.radio.amateur.space:5775 I received a call today from a ham who would not identify himself. I repeatedly asked him who he was, even saying to him that if he had an opinion worth anything it is reasonable to expect he state who he was. Still he he refused. I then commented that he was "so typical ham, no guts." My wife then told me to get off the phone and stop wasting time with gutless hams who hide behind their mikes. As I made one more effort to identify the caller, he hung up. He also made a veiled threat that bad things would happen to me, I retorted I might take it more seriously if he were not a gutless ham. This call is just so typical of hams, brave at a distance. From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:54 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.us.world.net!ns2.mainstreet.net!news.PBI.net!agis!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!spool.mu.edu!munnari.OZ.AU!ihnp4.ucsd.edu!news1.ucsd.edu!news-mail-gateway From: aust@gandalf.sp.TRw.COM (Mike Aust) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: TH79A Remote Contol RC Mode??? !!!! Help #!* Date: 18 Nov 95 01:24:37 GMT Organization: ucsd usenet gateway Lines: 29 Message-ID: <9511180124.AA27809@aragorn> NNTP-Posting-Host: ucsd.edu Originator: daemon@ucsd.edu I just purchased a Kenwood (11/95) a TH79a(d) , U.S. version TH79 , and saw on the newsgroup, that it can send out remote control codes via the DTSS codes to control a Kenwood 732 VHF/UHF Dual bander. I know the Kenwood 732 is not being produced now, my question is, can this control other newer Kenwood Dual or Tri-Band radio's. If so, I would like to know. I have a Kenwood Tri-Bander 941 144/450/1200 Mhz radio, with DTNMF tone squelch--DTSS. Can setting the 3 digit codes on this , then allow the TH79A, to remotely turn CTCSS ON/OFF, etc. Anyone with info, would like to hear any comments. Did Kenwood not continue on with this feature with later VHF/UHF Dualbanders, etc. Any thoughts, otherwise I may be trading in my 941 tri-bander for a clean 732 dual bander. 73 Mike WB6DJI Internet e-mail direct to below: aust@gandalf.sp.trw.com or Internet e-mail newsgroup below: ham-equip@UCSD.EDU From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:55 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: n1pxa@aol.com (N1PXA) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Moto' Saber UHF info wanted. Date: 18 Nov 1995 01:56:16 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 5 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <48k02g$mv4@newsbf02.news.aol.com> References: <48h5ar$mg4@news.ecn.bgu.edu> Reply-To: n1pxa@aol.com (N1PXA) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com At $200 per model line every 2 years or something similarly absurd for their archaic software, buy icom,or standard, or any other company not so self involved and hyped. save yourself. There are other companies that make radios as good and better (blasphemy, I know) than motorola. 73, Will. From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:56 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.texas.net!news.kei.com!newsstand.cit.cornell.edu!newsfeed.cit.cornell.edu!news.tc.cornell.edu!newsserver.sdsc.edu!news.cerf.net!usc!sdd.hp.com!swrinde!newsfeed.internetmci.com!realtime.net!bga.com!usenet From: kk5dr@bga.com Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: H.P. diode source wanted Date: 18 Nov 1995 02:02:59 GMT Organization: Real/Time Communications - Bob Gustwick and Associates Lines: 4 Message-ID: <48jesj$32b@giga.bga.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: vern-a5.ip.realtime.net I need a HP 5082-2900 screen diode source "cheap" I know I.R.C. in fla. sells them , but they are WAY TO HIGH! @ $6 ea. I'm looking for a vendor that sells then for about $2-3 ea. Thanks, Matt/KK5DR From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:57 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!matlock.mindspring.com!usenet From: wave@mindspring.com (Pieter Ibelings) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: VHF Mod for IC-706 Date: 18 Nov 1995 02:23:16 GMT Organization: -.-. --.- -.. -..- Lines: 15 Message-ID: <48jg2k$rda@firehose.mindspring.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: wave.mindspring.com Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.93.11 Does anyone have the VHF (2 meter) mars mod for the 706? Removing the center diode opens the HF side , but not the vhf side. The radio TX light comes on but there is no output. Also, Has anyone tried all the combinations of the diode matrix to see if there is a mod that will open the RX without using the yellow wire? If not, I am willing to solder jumpers and switches to all these diode locations and try them all. 73's thanks AC4OP HK1ZAB Pieter Ibelings Wave@mindspring.com From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:58 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!gatech2!wa4mei!ke4zv!gary From: gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) Subject: Re: IC706 Audio Message-ID: <1995Nov18.041343.27426@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> Reply-To: gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) Organization: Destructive Testing Systems References: <48hclg$sev@daily-planet.execpc.com> <48igkb$jqp@vixen.cso.uiuc.edu> Date: Sat, 18 Nov 1995 04:13:43 GMT Lines: 24 In article <48igkb$jqp@vixen.cso.uiuc.edu> "Charles J. Hawley Jr." writes: >A friend bought one, and I didn't recognize him on the air. He set the >carrier point to -200 and sounded more like himself but all pinched up. >I'm sure that different voices will have different results as to whether >they sound like themselves, but the fact is that this radio stands >somewhat alone in a sea of recently introduced radios as the one that >sounds pinched up in general. I guess that is what Icom wanted...I don't >think they have any lack of expertise....I don't like it....so I guess >I'll stick with the radio's that I have. I have no idea what the term "pinched up" means, but I will note that the IC-706 has a transmit audio passband of 300 Hz to 2300 Hz which is a bit too wide. A passband of 350 Hz to 1800 Hz would be better for effective communications on the crowded HF bands. The excessive high frequency response produces "monkey chatter" on adjacent channels. Icom offers an optional narrower SSB filter that is better suited to the HF channel. Gary -- Gary Coffman KE4ZV | You make it, | gatech!wa4mei!ke4zv!gary Destructive Testing Systems | we break it. | emory!kd4nc!ke4zv!gary 534 Shannon Way | Guaranteed! | gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us Lawrenceville, GA 30244 | | From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:00:59 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!gatech2!swrinde!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!dish.news.pipex.net!pipex!INbe.net!innet.be!usenet From: jeanpb@innet.be (Purple Rose) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Help Help Info wanted Date: Sat, 18 Nov 1995 05:27:39 GMT Organization: INnet NV (post doesn't reflect views of INnet NV) Lines: 26 Message-ID: <48inuu$mi3@news.INbe.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: pool014-7.innet.be X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent v0.46 Hello all radio amateurs My Name is Albert and the QTH is Mol in Belgium ( EUROPE) My call is ON6BM... Now I try to find info abouth a Army Set or a schema from this set.. I give you a discription from that set from WW II... << Wireless set << Type: BURNDEPT BE201 ---------- Z.15820.99.949.0418 Serial Number : 978 TRANSMITTER-RECEIVER 100 - 156 Mhz I hope somebody can help me.. PLEASE SEND INFO VIA E-MAIL or VIA THIS NEWSGROUP.... 73's for all and thanks in advence From ON6BM From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:00 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!hermes.is.co.za!news.pix.za!usenet From: Danie Brynard Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: IC 725 mod for 11 meter.. Date: 18 Nov 1995 08:07:50 GMT Organization: PiX - Proxima information X-change Lines: 2 Message-ID: <48k48m$581@hawk.pix.za> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: net-4.pta.pix.za Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) But the IC725 is a 2m radio ! How can it work on 11m ? From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:01 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!EU.net!sun4nl!news.euro.net!p200.ztm.euronet.nl!pb0aiu From: pb0aiu@euronet.nl (Peter) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Looking for internal tuner for the TS940 Date: Sat, 18 Nov 1995 08:55:44 Organization: Euronet Internet Lines: 9 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: p200.ztm.euronet.nl X-Newsreader: Trumpet for Windows [Version 1.0 Rev A] Hi tehre I,am look for a tuner in the ts940 Who can helps me?? Peter pb0aiu@euronet.nl From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:02 1995 Newsgroups: misc.industry.electronics.marketplace,sci.electronics.equipment,sci.electronics.misc,sci.electronics,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,la.forsale,ca.forsale,misc.forsale.computers.pc-specific.systems,sci.engr.mech Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!mv!wd1v.mv.com!user From: john@wd1v.mv.com (John Seney) Subject: Re: Looking to purchase a COIL WINDING machine Message-ID: Organization: MV Communications, Inc. Date: Sat, 18 Nov 1995 10:12:35 GMT References: <47o08n$2d7@gap.cco.caltech.edu> X-Nntp-Posting-Host: wd1v.mv.com Lines: 27 Xref: news.epix.net sci.electronics.equipment:113 sci.electronics:159733 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21522 la.forsale:13453 ca.forsale:15517 misc.forsale.computers.pc-specific.systems:10718 sci.engr.mech:20835 In article , albrite@leonardo.net (Larry Albright) wrote: > In article <47o08n$2d7@gap.cco.caltech.edu>, lbliao@alumni.caltech.edu > (lbliao) wrote: > > > I am looking to purchase a coil winding machine. > > > > > > Please contact via email. CONTACT JAMES SEDGEWICK AT AIREX CORP - DOVER, NH 603-742-3703 John D. Seney |_|_|_|_| john@wd1v.mv.com 144 Pepperidge Dr. |_| |_| WWW Macnet http://www.mv.com/ipusers/wd1v Manchester, NH 03103-6150 |_|_ _|_| wd1v@wb1dsw.nh.usa.noam (H)603-668-1096 | | | | | wd1v@wd1v.ampr.org [44.52.7.21] LeCroy Corporation Test & Measurment Sales Engineering Serving NE Mass., NH, and ME WWW http://www.lecroy.com (O) 800-553-2769 (F) 603-627-1623 (P) 800-SKYPAGE #5956779 Opinions are my own, including Digital Storage Scope.FAQ Obtain the latest Scope.FAQ automatically! EMAIL john@wd1v.mv.com w/ Sj: "subscribe scope.faq" (or) WWW http://beam.slac.stanford.edu/www/library/w3/dso.html From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:02 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news-feed.mci.newscorp.com!news.delphi.com!usenet From: Mark Immer Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Yaesu ft-51r Date: Sat, 18 Nov 95 12:26:26 -0500 Organization: Delphi (info@delphi.com email, 800-695-4005 voice) Lines: 2 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: bos1f.delphi.com Can anyone tell me how to increase the rx range to go up to 500mhz instead of 470? From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:04 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: w8jitom@aol.com (W8JI Tom) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: J POLE ANTENNA PLANS Date: 18 Nov 1995 15:04:18 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 32 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <48le82$7lg@newsbf02.news.aol.com> References: <48fc6g$nqk@brokaw.comm.mot.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com X-Newsreader: AOL Offline Reader In article <48fc6g$nqk@brokaw.comm.mot.com>, burke_br@adcae1.comm.mot.com (Bruce Burke) writes: >}>7. Route the coax and tape it to the mast to make it look neat. >} >}He does not realize that the feed line can interact wit the stub, >}and therefore it should be brought out at a right angle. >The radiation point for this antenna is well above the feed. Attaching >the coax to the antenna changes little. That's not quite true. The stub still radiates a little in the far field, and is very intense in near field effects. Moritz is correct. If the feedline is mis-handled near the stub it can cause problems! >}>NOTE: While theoretically a J-Pole is an omnidirectional antenna, You may >}>find (many of us have) that it does have a small amount of directivity. >}>Rotating it while checking field strength may prove interesting. >This is true, the stub may have a slight effect. >} >}Theoretically the J-Pole is an antenna which requires a *symmetric* >}feed. Using it without a balun does create problems, although not always >}noticed. > >This is not a balanced antenna and does not need a balun, it will only >introduce loss. It is an asymmetrical FEEDPOINT, and needs a balun or de-coupling of some form when used with any feedline. 73 Tom From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:04 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!gate.net!news-adm From: pereams@gate.net Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: TNC Wanted Date: Sat, 18 Nov 1995 15:08:00 GMT Organization: CyberGate Lines: 9 Message-ID: <48ksl9$12n6@news.gate.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: clwfl2-48.gate.net X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 I just got bitten by the bug again and I'm looking for bargain on a TNC. If anyone has one they'd like to part with, please e-mail me. thanx . de Phil KC4UVU pereams@gate.net From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:05 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!spool.mu.edu!torn!news.unb.ca!scratchy.mi.net!electro!jean.letourneau From: Jean.Letourneau@electro.mi.net (Jean Letourneau) Date: 18 Nov 95 15:20:00 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: packet on 10 Message-ID: <04f_9511181522@electro.mi.net> Lines: 12 Hi, My name is Jean, VE9PT. Is there any activity for packet on 10 meters working at 1200Bps? If so can you send me your freq. Specially if you are working TCP-IP, but ax25 will do. 73 Jean -- |Fidonet: Jean Letourneau 31:200/0 |Internet: Jean.Letourneau@electro.mi.net | | Standard disclaimer: The views of this user are strictly his own. From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:06 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.starlink.com!usenet From: Bill Funk Newsgroups: rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap,rec.roller-coaster,rec.running,rec.scouting,rec.scuba,rec.skiing.alpine Subject: Re: What some think about sexy hams Date: 18 Nov 1995 18:10:20 GMT Organization: Star Link Internet Services Lines: 19 Message-ID: <48l7ic$bqa@pegasus.starlink.com> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825g6$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> <487hjv$19c@mdsroc.com> <48be57$e6p@ornews.intel.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: pm1-29.starlink.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2N (Windows; I; 16bit) Xref: news.epix.net rec.puzzles:52190 rec.puzzles.crosswords:4623 rec.pyrotechnics:37746 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17199 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12681 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21530 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11643 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94460 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31938 rec.radio.amateur.space:5778 rec.radio.cb:24518 rec.radio.noncomm:4994 rec.radio.scanner:40855 rec.radio.shortwave:66218 rec.radio.swap:51222 rec.roller-coaster:23235 rec.running:45494 rec.scouting:37790 rec.scuba:80610 rec.skiing.alpine:33248 >Speaking of HAM radios, could this group help me out? Every time I go and >dive with my radio set, the fuse blows. What's the trick here? > Ah, yes... There was a time when having a HAM ticket *meant* something... When a fuse blows consistantly, it's because there's more current going thru the fuse than the fuse is rated to carry. The fuse, being a safety device, blows to prevent this excess current from flowing, possibly damaging something. Check to make sure the fuse is the proper rating for the gear. Do *not* replace it with a higher-rated fuse! If it is the correct fuse, then the gear is drawing too much current. This needs to be corrected. Maybe it's a short in the power line, maybe the gear is not a boat anchor. Either extreme, and all points in between should be checked, and corrected. Good luck. Bill From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:07 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!uwm.edu!news.sol.net!daily-planet.execpc.com!usenet From: Thomas Brockdorf Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Suggestions for 2m mag-mount antenna Date: 18 Nov 1995 18:46:34 GMT Organization: Exec-PC BBS - Milwaukee, WI Lines: 23 Message-ID: <48l9mb$d9l@daily-planet.execpc.com> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: heartofgold.execpc.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) lube@accessone.com (Michael D. Lubrecht) wrote: >I just bought my first ham unit, an Icom W31A, and would now like to hook >up a mag mount antenna on my truck for mobile operation. (I already got >the 12v adapter). Does anyone have suggestions for a good one that doesn't >cost a small fortune? > >Thanks in advance, >Mike KC7NOE Mike, MFJ makes a 1/4 wave mag mount, it is $ 14.95. It works good in the city, near the repeaters. They also make a 5/8 wave, I think it sells for $24.95, (from Amateur Electronic Supply catalog). Radio shack sells a 5/8 wave also.($39.95) There are also other brands for around $39.00. As far as performance, one is as good as the other. There are some quality differences though. If I diddn,t want to spend a lot of money, I would get the MFJ 5/8 wave. 73 de Thomas From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:09 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!uwm.edu!homer.alpha.net!usenet From: rushed@globaldialog.com (Nick Rushizky) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Help with new portable rig Date: Sat, 18 Nov 1995 19:35:26 GMT Organization: Alpha.net -- Milwaukee, WI Lines: 28 Message-ID: <48lcj0$ngs@homer.alpha.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: 156.46.146.68 X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Hiya - got a question for anybody. I'm a member of Wisconsin Wing, Civil Air Patrol (we look for people who have some trouble landing airplanes, basically.) We use 2 meter frequencies, and I'm trying to get some new equipment to work, with little luck. I have a Yaesu FT-411E handheld, and I wanted to put it into my car, and the wife nixed my old trusty mag-mount on the new paint. So I have a Larsen Kul-Glass (glass mount) antenna, and it IS the right one (checked several times.) I'm also trying to use a mobile RF amp - supposed to be able to put in two watts, and get 30 out of the antenna. However, I get very broken up reception, and I'm told that I sound just as lousy, even 1/4 mile away. I can't even hit our repeater from the tallest freeway bridge in the city. I'm stuck and rather annoyed. I've been through all the hookups, and it seemed that this would be a fairly simple sort of install, but it's not working out. I do have some fair knowledge of electronics, from 2.5 years of it in high school, and I'm starting to study for the Technician rating. I thought I'd have a really good and flexible setup, but I'm just out a chunk of cash. Any ideas out there? Thanks! Work: nick.rushizky@mail.mei.com Home: rush@execpc.com Until I'm able to have a real life, I'm told I can simulate one? From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:10 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.kreonet.re.kr!news.dacom.co.kr!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!ulowell.uml.edu!vtc.tacom.army.mil!news2.acs.oakland.edu!detroit.freenet.org!detroit.freenet.org!aa024 From: aa024@detroit.freenet.org (Kenneth Vito Zichi) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap Subject: Hams please read .... Date: 18 Nov 1995 20:10:55 GMT Organization: Greater Detroit Free-Net, Detroit, MI Lines: 18 Message-ID: <48lekf$b9k@detroit.freenet.org> Reply-To: aa024@detroit.freenet.org (Kenneth Vito Zichi) NNTP-Posting-Host: detroit.freenet.org Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17204 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12685 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21533 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11646 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94464 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31941 rec.radio.amateur.space:5780 rec.radio.cb:24521 rec.radio.noncomm:4995 rec.radio.scanner:40863 rec.radio.swap:51239 If you guys want to spam all the rec radio amateur gorups I couldn't care less but why the H*ll are these stupid ham debate posts spilling into the shortwave, scanner and puzzles (among others) groups. Watch the reply lines guys. One spam is bad enough but when you all reply to all the groups it is just plain RUDE. Leave the rest of us in peace -- and if your must spam, do it via e-mail to the original poster and again, leave the rest of us in peace. Thanks for letting me rant. 73 //kvz -- kv zichi, aa024@detroit.freenet.org (PGP Public Key Available on Request) "Lasciate ogni speranza, voi ch'entrante" --Dante Kind of appropriate for the Internet, eh? From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:10 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!INbe.net!innet.be!usenet From: jeanpb@innet.be (Jean Pierre) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Help looking for a discription Date: Sat, 18 Nov 1995 21:21:35 GMT Organization: INnet NV (post doesn't reflect views of INnet NV) Lines: 29 Message-ID: <48kfro$2pl@news.INbe.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: pool014-3.innet.be X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent v0.46 Hello all radio amateurs My Name is Albert and the QTH is Mol in Belgium ( EUROPE) My call is ON6BM... Now I try to find info abouth a Army Set or a schema from this set.. I give you a discription from that set from WW II... << Wireless set << Type: BURNDEPT BE201 ---------- Z.15820.99.949.0418 Serial Number : 978 TRANSMITTER-RECEIVER 100 - 156 Mhz I hope somebody can help me.. PLEASE SEND INFO VIA E-MAIL or VIA THIS NEWSGROUP.... E-mail to jeanpb.innet.be 73's for all and thanks in advence From ON6BM From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:11 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsat!engineer.mrg.uswest.com!news.uoregon.edu!mayonews.mayo.edu!newsdist.tc.umn.edu!umn.edu!spool.mu.edu!uwm.edu!msunews!netnews.upenn.edu!news.voicenet.com!philly232.voicenet.com!user From: leber@omni.voicenet.com (Tom Leber) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Radio with Taping at Selected Times? Date: Sat, 18 Nov 1995 21:32:47 -0500 Organization: Random Lines: 12 Message-ID: References: NNTP-Posting-Host: philly232.voicenet.com In article , wayne@netcom.com (wayne t. watson) wrote: > Anyone know of a radio, AM&FM at least, that allows one to tape > specific stations and times like a standard VCR? There are a > number of early morning programs that I would like to tape and > listen to while driving to work. I think the Sangean ATS-818CS might do this, though I'm not 100% sure. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tom Leber N3QKV - Wyndmoor, PA USA "Smother technology and it rebels." - Max Headroom From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:12 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!brighton.openmarket.com!decwrl!tribune.usask.ca!aa266 From: aa266@sfn.saskatoon.sk.ca (Graeme Humphries) Newsgroups: rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap,rec.roller-coaster,rec.running,rec.scouting,rec.scuba,rec.skiing.alpine Subject: Re: The idiot ham trade. Followup-To: rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap,rec.roller-coaster,rec.running,rec.scouting,rec.scuba,rec.skiing.alpine Date: 18 Nov 1995 23:09:32 GMT Organization: Saskatoon Free-Net Lines: 1 Message-ID: <48lp3c$jaa@tribune.usask.ca> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825eh$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> NNTP-Posting-Host: broadway.sfn.saskatoon.sk.ca X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Xref: news.epix.net rec.puzzles:52193 rec.puzzles.crosswords:4624 rec.pyrotechnics:37757 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17205 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12687 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21534 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11648 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94470 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31944 rec.radio.amateur.space:5781 rec.radio.cb:24524 rec.radio.noncomm:4996 rec.radio.scanner:40866 rec.radio.shortwave:66232 rec.radio.swap:51250 rec.roller-coaster:23237 rec.running:45504 rec.scouting:37799 rec.scuba:80625 rec.skiing.alpine:33269 What about free BEEF??? From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:13 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!usenet.logical.net!mserv.wizvax.net!green.greenie.com!greenie.com!not-for-mail Subject: ### WANTED: Info/Mods for AP50 Motorola Radius Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.swap From: edwint@greenie.com (Edwin Teh) Date: Sat, 18 Nov 1995 23:14:40 +0800 Keywords: AP50 Mods Organization: Network 65, Singapore. Message-ID: <30adf860.1c4@greenie.com> Sender: news@greenie.com X-Newsreader: Tabloid 2.06 Lines: 19 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21528 rec.radio.swap:51215 Would like more info/mods for the Motorola Radius AP50 (VHF). If you have, or know of any, please email me the details. If you own(ed?) one, I'd appericiate some feedback about the unit, as I'm thinking of purchasing one. Thanks. 73 de 9V1ZY -- EdwinT@greenie.com -[ Standard Disclaimers Apply ]- Now Faith is a substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. [Heb 11:1] ÿ From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:14 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.uoregon.edu!kaiwan.kaiwan.com!usenet From: cardenas@kaiwan.com (Uncle T.) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: WTB UHF MICOR RPTR LoSplit Date: Sun, 19 Nov 1995 00:10:36 GMT Organization: kaiwan online communications Lines: 17 Message-ID: <48lslf$lid@kaiwan.kaiwan.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: kaiwan009.kaiwan.com X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent v0.55 Can you help? Our Ham Radio Club is looking for a used Motorola UHF Micor Repeater, low-split. We prefer 90 watts, and in very clean condition. Please EMail replies to: cardenas@kaiwan.com or call: 310-549-5520 Many thanks! Tony WA6IGJ From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:15 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,uk.radio.amateur Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!simtel!lll-winken.llnl.gov!decwrl!amd!netcomsv!uu4news.netcom.com!netcomsv!uu3news.netcom.com!ix.netcom.com!netcom.com!netcom11!faunt From: faunt@netcom11.netcom.com (Doug Faunt N6TQS +1-510-655-8604) Subject: Re: IC706 In-Reply-To: manfred.lange@hamburg.netsurf.de's message of Sat, 18 Nov 1995 22:12:37 GMT Message-ID: Sender: faunt@netcom11.netcom.com Organization: at home, in Oakland References: <47n930$a3k$1@mhade.production.compuserve.com> <1995Nov9.181811.7781@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> <48li87$21o@trance.isys.net> Date: Sun, 19 Nov 1995 00:30:33 GMT Lines: 4 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17213 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21545 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94485 uk.radio.amateur:9222 I'm slightly disappointed with the specs of the IC706. Why didn't they include a synchronous detector for SWLing? That'd be rather more useful in a mobile environment than the WBFM coverage. 73, doug From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:16 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!ionews.ionet.net!usenet From: garak@ionet.net (Gary Patrick Norman) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: HTX-202 modulation adjustments Date: 19 Nov 1995 01:50:25 GMT Organization: IONet Lines: 8 Message-ID: <48m2h1$o5t@ionews.ionet.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: osip83.ionet.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: Text/Plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.5 I'm sure this has been discussed many times before I got here, but I have had a HTX-202 realistic hunk of Icom clone for a couple of years now sitting in a drawer because I got tired of trying to find where the modulation adjustment was without buying a manual. Every Icom I ever bought had to be adjusted and this one is no exception. I know it is stupid, but can anybody tell me where it is( of course the stupid thing was to buy it in the first place). Thanks, Gary Norman AA5ZS From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:17 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.texas.net!news.kei.com!simtel!lll-winken.llnl.gov!enews.sgi.com!sgigate.sgi.com!swrinde!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: gamma7@ix.netcom.com (J. Duffy Beischel) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: RS. HTX202 What's Wrong ? Date: 19 Nov 1995 01:57:13 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 51 Message-ID: <48m2tp$ol3@ixnews7.ix.netcom.com> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-cin1-14.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Sat Nov 18 5:57:13 PM PST 1995 In pezad@wimsey.com (Peter Zadorozny) writes: > >Whats with the RS. HTX202 > >This is my second one this year -- failures > >The problem is the antenna seems to lose connection with the radio. It >doesn't appear to be the antenna as it works on other handhelds just fine. >Other antennas don't seem to work on the HTX202. > >When the transmit button is pushed the power out LCD display goes full >scale and it shouldn't (like no antenna connected). There is little or no >radiated power. Very strong repeaters can be heard but very weak, maybe 1 >or 2 meter units. It's almost like the metal in the centre of the BNC >connector on top of the handheld becomes disconnected. You can get it to >work intermittantly by pushing on the centre conductor of the BNC with the >antenna off (I become the antenna) or by spinning the rubber duck to >certain positions while connected. >-------------------------------------------------------- >Is this a common fault with this rig ? What causes it ? >-------------------------------------------------------- > >I have not been too bold in my investigations as it is still under >warranty (just).I am concerned though as next time things wont be covered. >My first one was replaced immediately, now RS wants to try a repair.I'm >not hopefull. > >Thanks for any suggests and comments in advance. > >Peter > >pezad@wimsey.com >VE7CUZ Is this more flame bait for me or is this just another RS complaint? I really don't have to comment on these kind of post any longer. They are abviously revealing and can stand on their own merit. Regards, Duffy From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:18 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsat!engineer.mrg.uswest.com!news.uoregon.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.fibr.net!news1.crl.com!nntp.crl.com!A119001 From: jwc@a.crl.com (James W Chandler III) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Manual and info on IC-3210 Date: Sun, 19 Nov 95 02:37:05 GMT Organization: CRL Dialup Internet Access Lines: 8 Message-ID: <48m58h$dr8_002@sat1.as.crl.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: a119001.sat1.as.crl.com X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #3 I need a copy of the above manual. Also, could anyone please give me the step by step instructions on programming the memories. Thanks and 73. Jim Chandler, N0VAH jwc@a.crl.com 1024-bit Key fingerprint = 74 B4 7C BF 51 ED A6 00 F5 2C 6E 99 A7 0D 29 D2 2048-bit Key fingerprint = 82 30 8D 56 43 22 3A 2F 4D EA 37 DE B9 B4 21 52 From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:19 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsat!engineer.mrg.uswest.com!news.uoregon.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!uwm.edu!cs.utexas.edu!swrinde!ihnp4.ucsd.edu!news1.ucsd.edu!news-mail-gateway From: /PN=Scott.C.Werling/O=wallace/PRMD=iadps/ADMD=attmail/C=us/@safe.ia.GOV Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: (none) Date: 19 Nov 95 02:49:31 GMT Organization: ucsd usenet gateway Lines: 30 Message-ID: <199511190249.UAA21071@outpost.safe.ia.gov> NNTP-Posting-Host: ucsd.edu Originator: daemon@ucsd.edu >From /PN=Scott.C.Werling/O=wallace/PRMD=iadps/ADMD=attmail/C=us/ Sat Nov 18 20:53:26 CST 1995 remote from osiint.safe.ia.gov Date: 18 Nov 1995 20:49:06 -0600 X400-Trace: US*ATTMAIL*IADPS arrival 18 Nov 1995 20:49:06 -0600 action Relayed From: /PN=Scott.C.Werling/O=wallace/PRMD=iadps/ADMD=attmail/C=us/@osiint.safe.ia.gov To: "/rfc-822=ham-equip(a)ucsd.edu/OU=osi-internet/O=wallace/PRMD=iadps/ADMD=attmail/C=us/"@osiint.safe.ia.gov Subject: Info needed Importance: normal Autoforwarded: FALSE Message-Id: P1-Message-Id: US*ATTMAIL*IADPS;IDPS3550 werl1118204949aa UA-Content-Id: werl1118204949aa P1-Content-Type: P2 Priority: normal Received: from osiint.safe.ia.gov by iadpshub.safe.ia.gov; Sat, 18 Nov 1995 20:53 CST Content-Type: text Content-Length: 283 Anyone have a manual for a Regency model H256B 16 channel VHF programmable radio? Friend has one but no paperwork with it. Any info appreciated Scott werling@safe.ia.gov "This isn't Burger King, you get it my way or no way." or "A ham does it till it hertz." From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:20 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.wyoming.com!usenet From: dbreazil@wyoming.com (Don Breazile) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: kenwood 850 to kam fsk Date: 19 Nov 1995 07:15:28 GMT Organization: wyoming.com LLC Lines: 5 Message-ID: <48mlig$ffm@horn.wyoming.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: cys-cap-4.wyoming.com Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.2 I have a kenwood ts-850 comming in the mail. was wondering if anyone can give me pointers about connecting it for fsk to the kam-plus also any other info about the 850 that I might need to know thanks Don From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:21 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!nntp-hub2.barrnet.net!pacbell.com!amdahl.com!netcomsv!uu4news.netcom.com!lafn.org!lafn.org!ab910 From: ab910@lafn.org (M. Davies) Subject: Saber info wanted, please. X-Nntp-Posting-Host: lafn.org Message-ID: <1995Nov19.095625.7892@lafn.org> Sender: news@lafn.org Reply-To: ab910@lafn.org (M. Davies) Organization: The Los Angeles Free-Net Date: Sun, 19 Nov 1995 09:56:25 GMT Lines: 37 Hi all. Well I just go a Saber III in as-new condition for $750. Great! Now that I have the unit I need to know what those icons in the display mean and how best to set the programing EEPROM options. My first idea was to check out the Internet for an FAQ on the Saber due to the large number of hams using them. I have no manual so anything would help. Since radio success stories are a hams main topic of debate, I thought my search a logical one. Nope. I was wrong. There's nothing on the tech. aspect of the Saber on the net that I could find. Just ad's. I have no idea what all those used radios like mine are being used for without the right programing info. Door stops maybe. I do have access to a program and R.I.B. Thanks very much Matt Davies -- SALE. Yes! Be the first one on your block to take over the world. The Super-Conductive Magnetic Infindibulator. Only $99,999.00 ( As seen in the Farmers Almanac.) From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:22 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!worldlinx.com!news.worldlinx.com!news From: Danny Bélisle Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: ICOM IC-2GXAT MODIF Date: Sun, 19 Nov 1995 10:10:17 -0800 Organization: WorldLinx Telecommunications Inc. Lines: 7 Message-ID: <30AF7309.6BC3@rocler.qc.ca> NNTP-Posting-Host: p53.rocler.qc.ca Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 8bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 2.0b2 (Windows; I; 16bit) Hello!, My name is Danny Bélisle(VE2 DKA)from Québec,Canada, and i would like the modification for my IC-2GXAT. If you have it, please send me it at : dbelisle@rocler.qc.ca. Thank you very much !!! VE2 DKA, Danny Bélisle From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:23 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!matlock.mindspring.com!usenet From: wave@mindspring.com (Pieter Ibelings) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: IC-706 Diode Matrix Report. Date: 19 Nov 1995 13:04:29 GMT Organization: -.-. --.- -.. -..- Lines: 18 Message-ID: <48na0t$hc2@firehose.mindspring.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: wave.mindspring.com Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.93.11 Yesterday I felt like there had to be a better way of telling the CPU of this radio to do it's job. That is TX on every freq and select the appropiate BP on every range. I removed all the diodes located to the left and right of D59 (total of 6). I then connected tiny wires from the cpu lines to one side of 6 dip switches through 6 1n914 diodes. The other side of the dip switches connected together to a 10K ohm pull-up resistor. I then tried all 64 combinations possible. I went through all kinds or radio versions, but none of the combinations made the radio switch the BP's appropiately or TX outside the 2meter band. Many of the combinations made the radio an HF only radio (.1-30MHz) and many made it TX outside the ham bands on the 0-60MHz side. The best combination seemed to be what we already have :< We'll keep trying. 73's AC4OP Pieter Ibelings From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:24 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!news-e1a.megaweb.com!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: k5qq@aol.com (K5QQ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: IC-706 HF Rig Features Date: 19 Nov 1995 14:56:29 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 14 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <48o25d$341@newsbf02.news.aol.com> References: <47vq3f$pen@mrnews.mro.dec.com> Reply-To: k5qq@aol.com (K5QQ) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com Hi Tom This is really a reply to your interference problems that signals are hard to copy with the engine running and you can't seem to track it to any particular item. Check the Fuel Pump located inside the fuel tank. They are notorious!!. I put an inline filter on my Van and fixed it completely!!. I put a split core ferrite on my Montero and it got it to the 99% point and was a lot easier since I could not get to the pump as easily as I could on the Van Good Luck Jim K5QQ@AOL.COM From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:25 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.mid.net!news.sdsmt.edu!ep68_cns.sdsmt.edu!jbeens From: jbeens@silver.sdsmt.edu Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: newbies need helpfinding HT's Date: Sun, 19 Nov 1995 15:25:04 LOCAL Organization: South Dakota School Of Mines and Technology Lines: 12 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: ep68_cns.sdsmt.edu X-Newsreader: Trumpet for Windows [Version 1.0 Rev B final beta #4] Hello, A few other hams and myself are looking at purchasing some HT's. We are interested in Yaesu's FT-530, and the RT-51. How do these radios compare with each other? What other units should we look at that offer similar features / specs? Thanks in advance, The hams at K0VVY, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Amateur Radio Club We can be reached at: jbeens@silver.sdsmt.edu From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:25 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!info.ucla.edu!library.ucla.edu!ihnp4.ucsd.edu!news1.ucsd.edu!news-mail-gateway From: njc@warwick.NET (Nick J Chiarchiaro, AET / N2QXF) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: WTB: Motorola GP300 or Saber III UHF Date: 19 Nov 95 16:48:25 GMT Organization: ucsd usenet gateway Lines: 28 Message-ID: <9511192147.AA00947@host.warwick.net> Reply-To: njc@warwick.net NNTP-Posting-Host: ucsd.edu Originator: daemon@ucsd.edu Hi am looking for either or both of the above radios. Please give bandsplit and or model # and price. Trade? Tnx nick Thought for the day: Advertising (n): the science of arresting the human intelligence for long enough to get money from it. -- Stephen Leacock. ---------------------------------------------------------- Sent by: Regards, Nick J Chiarchiaro, AET 73 de Nick, N2QXF Ham related mail addresses: AMPRnet SMTP BBS: n2qxf@bbs.k2bjg.ampr.org AMPRnet Direct SMTP: n2qxf@n2qxf.ampr.org 44.64.4.20 AX25 PBBS: n2qxf@k2bjg CYA l8r :-) ---------------------------------------------------------- From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:26 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsserver.pixel.kodak.com!bloom-beacon.mit.edu!newsfeed.internetmci.com!info.ucla.edu!library.ucla.edu!galaxy.ucr.edu!ihnp4.ucsd.edu!news1.ucsd.edu!news-mail-gateway From: kq6bc@kq6bc.ampr.ORG (Fred Abajo ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Kenwd if-232C interface Date: 19 Nov 95 17:39:30 GMT Organization: Amateur radio kq6bc Lines: 10 Message-ID: <97@kq6bc.ampr.org> Reply-To: kq6bc@kq6bc.ampr.org NNTP-Posting-Host: ucsd.edu Originator: daemon@ucsd.edu Howdy! I'm looking for a diagram, schematic, or how-to instructions to build the radio to RS-232 interface for Kenwd radios--in my case the TS-440. There are lots of posts that describe what it is and that it uses a couple of chips and control programs, but the diagram has thus far eluded me. Thank you for your attention and support. 73 de Fred aka kq6bc kq6bc@kq6bc.ampr.org From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:27 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.internetMCI.com!darwin.sura.net!bcfreenet.seflin.lib.fl.us!dcfreenet!kman From: kman@dcfreenet.seflin.lib.fl.us (Kristian Hofseth) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Car Audio Equipment DISCOUNTED!! Date: 19 Nov 1995 18:55:01 GMT Organization: SEFLIN Free-Net - Dade Lines: 18 Message-ID: <48nui5$s17@bcfreenet.seflin.lib.fl.us> NNTP-Posting-Host: dcfreenet.seflin.lib.fl.us X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Attention Car Audio Enthusiasts!!!!! DISCOUNT PRICES ON : ROCKFORD FOSGATE, PIONEER, SONY, SOUNDSTREAM, SAS BAZOOKA, DEI (Viper Alarms), Code Alarm Need help designing an entire system, building a subwoofer, in need of a new radio, or just need some information or help. Please feel free to contact me. I am based in Miami, Fl but will ship products anywhere. All products are brand-new NOT used or reconditioned with WARRANTY. E-mail me with any questions, price quotes, or comments. -- Kristian Hofseth kman@dcfreenet.seflin.lib.fl.us From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:28 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!wb3ffv!usenet From: hturn@pelican.davlin.net (Henry Turner) Subject: Need Icom 820H mods or info Sender: usenet@abs.net Message-ID: Date: Sun, 19 Nov 1995 19:27:48 GMT X-Nntp-Posting-Host: ip110.davlin.net Organization: ABSnet Internet Services, Inc. - info@abs.net - (410)-361-8160 X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Lines: 13 Hello everyone....KC5FLJ here. Has anyone developed any mods or as any hints or tips for the Icom 820H. Any info at all is appreciated. Thanks hturn@pelican.davlin.net From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:29 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.compuserve.com!news.production.compuserve.com!news From: DMA <74650.716@CompuServe.COM> Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Yaesu and Yaesu and more Date: 19 Nov 1995 19:48:59 GMT Organization: CompuServe, Inc. (1-800-689-0736) Lines: 10 Message-ID: <48o1nb$qpo$1@mhadf.production.compuserve.com> SHACK CLEANING, BUT OPEN TO OFFERS/TRADES. Yaesu FT-One, all updates/filters, $850. FT-102 SSB/CW, $650. FT-102 All Mode, $750. FT-101B and X-VFO, have new gray cases, look sharp, work great, $500. FT-2100B, clean with gray case, almost new tubes, $500. FC-601 digital display $150. YO-100, $175. MFJ 941E 300 watt tuner, $85 All are in near new working and cosmetic condition all include manuals. Shipping and Handling included conus. David @ 303-415-5167 or 74650.716@compuserve.com From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:30 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.internetMCI.com!darwin.sura.net!rouge.usl.edu!jxa3851 From: jxa3851@ucs.usl.edu (Andrus James) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: need info for ic-28a, mike gain pot Date: 19 Nov 1995 21:43:47 GMT Organization: Univ. of Southwestern La., Lafayette Lines: 13 Message-ID: <48o8ej$55d@rouge.usl.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: a111.ucs.usl.edu have recieved several reports of low and muffled audio for the icom ic-28a that i operate. am looking for 1) manual source (prefered on the net) 2) the location of the mike gain and deviation pots. have opened the cover and located 2-3 that look like the ones that i need but can not tell which are the correct two. 73 j (kc5jpf - lafayette, la) From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:31 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!simtel!frankensun.altair.com!sdd.hp.com!usc!math.ohio-state.edu!magnus.acs.ohio-state.edu!news From: jzupich@en.com (James F. Zupich) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Kenwood TH79-A For Sale.. Date: 19 Nov 1995 21:47:43 GMT Organization: The Ohio State University Lines: 9 Message-ID: <48o8lv$7nr@charm.magnus.acs.ohio-state.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: slip5-14.acs.ohio-state.edu Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: Text/Plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 I haven't priced these lately, but I spent $530 for mine last July. It is in excellent condition. Asking $425, but all reasonable offers considered. Please reply in email if interested: Zupich.1@osu.edu. From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:31 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.bctel.net!news.cyberstore.ca!van-bc!unixg.ubc.ca!news.bc.net!felix.junction.net!usenet From: Dusty Veideman Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: WTB:ICOM 751A outfit Date: 19 Nov 1995 22:47:46 GMT Organization: Okanagan Internet Junction, Vernon, B.C., Canada Lines: 6 Message-ID: <48oc6i$2st@felix.junction.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: revelstoke-02.junction.net I am currently looking for a Icom 751A with P/S, A/T, Mike. Of course I would like it at a reasonable price. I may consider ICOM 735 also. Please reply by e-mail to start. Regards, Dusty VE7UVX veideman@junction.net From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:32 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!sparky.wrlc.org!netnews.com!uhog.mit.edu!news.kei.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.compuserve.com!news.production.compuserve.com!news From: Tom Swift <73450.1433@CompuServe.COM> Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Kenwd if-232C interface Date: 19 Nov 1995 23:46:01 GMT Organization: AT&T Network Systems Lines: 9 Message-ID: <48ofjp$t7s$1@mhafm.production.compuserve.com> References: <97@kq6bc.ampr.org> Page 22.51 of the 95 ARRL Handbook has a schematic for a Kenwood XCVR to RS232 interface. I may build it myself eventually, but there is a compay that markets an interface for less than $60 (built into the 25 pin connector, I believe), and this may be "the path of least resistance." Cheers Tom Swift KD2MF From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:33 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!geraldo.cc.utexas.edu!ausnews.austin.ibm.com!bocanews.bocaraton.ibm.com!watnews.watson.ibm.com!newsgate.watson.ibm.com!swiss.ans.net!upsnews.ups.com!newsjunkie.ans.net!hgea01.hgea.org!usenet From: Brian Kitaoka Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Saber info wanted, please. Date: 20 Nov 1995 00:07:46 GMT Lines: 12 Message-ID: <48ogsi$cts@hgea01.hgea.org> References: <1995Nov19.095625.7892@lafn.org> NNTP-Posting-Host: ppp88.hgea.org Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.12(Macintosh; I; 68K) To: ab910@lafn.org X-URL: news:1995Nov19.095625.7892@lafn.org Hi Matt: What is it that you want to know???. I am a ham and have a SYSTEM SABER III with Securenet. I too have a RIB and the software. If you are legal copy of the software, the programming manual comes with it. e-mail me with your questions. 73's From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:34 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.interserv.net!usenet From: klog@gold.mv.net (William Alexander Kellogg) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: TS-50S RCP Software Date: Mon, 20 Nov 1995 00:44:47 GMT Organization: InterServ News Service Lines: 7 Message-ID: <48o4sg$1ot@data.interserv.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: pppa048.compuserve.com X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 I'm looking for some Radio Control Software for my TS-50S. Please reply via email. Bill Kellogg W1ZIW klog@mv.net From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:35 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!news.cybercomm.net!usenet From: Stephan Rashkin Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: R5000 Misbehaves Date: 20 Nov 1995 01:24:08 GMT Organization: CyberComm Online Services Lines: 6 Message-ID: <48olbp$v0a@crow.cybercomm.net> References: <48fkl8$dtm@web.ddp.state.me.us> NNTP-Posting-Host: sl-027.sl.cybercomm.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) Typical PLL problems...see if section is filled with wax...melt out with hair drier. Then resolder all the cold solder joints.. Steve, Wa2nhz From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:35 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.wyoming.com!usenet From: dbreazil@wyoming.com (Don Breazile) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: need pin out for EICO 753 Date: 20 Nov 1995 02:05:31 GMT Organization: wyoming.com LLC Lines: 4 Message-ID: <48onpb$mr2@horn.wyoming.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: cys-cap-4.wyoming.com Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.2 does anyone have the pin out for an old kit radio EICO model 753? thanks Don From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:36 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.dpc.net!news.heurikon.com!uwvax!newssinet!news.nc.u-tokyo.ac.jp!wnoc-tyo-news!news.join.ad.jp!news.caren.net!newsserver.jvnc.net!yale.edu!spool.mu.edu!howland.reston.ans.net!newsjunkie.ans.net!news-m01.ny.us.ibm.net!usenet From: peterg4@ibm.net Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Saber info wanted, please. Date: 20 Nov 1995 03:21:09 GMT Organization: Toys for Special Children Lines: 17 Message-ID: <48os75$2r9i@news-s01.ny.us.ibm.net> References: <1995Nov19.095625.7892@lafn.org> Reply-To: peterg4@ibm.net NNTP-Posting-Host: slip166-207-106.lig.us.ibm.net X-Newsreader: IBM NewsReader/2 v1.03 In <1995Nov19.095625.7892@lafn.org>, ab910@lafn.org (M. Davies) writes: > Now that I have the unit I need to know what those icons in the display >mean and how best to set the programing EEPROM options. > > I have no idea what all those used >radios like mine are being used for without the right programing info. >Door stops maybe. > > I do have access to a program and R.I.B. > If you can't find or figure out the manual, you will just need a good amount of time and patience. If you just need it done once or twice, pay some tech a few bucks under the table to program it for you From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:37 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.tcd.net!pagesat.net!news.uoregon.edu!news.corpcomm.net!Fred_pc From: fbagg@corpcomm.net (Fred) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: TEKTRONIX 2215 60 MHZ SCOPE Date: Mon, 20 Nov 95 04:02:51 GMT Organization: Corporate Communications Lines: 5 Message-ID: <48p23v$ljm@news.corpcomm.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: fgo1-a7.corpcomm.net X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #4 I have a TEKTRONIX 2215 60 mhz scope for sale. It is dual trace with capabilities of showing 4 traces at once. I am asking $750. for it. I paid over $1400. for it new and I am the original owner. It has not been used a great deal but having moved into a condo and not fixing radios I don't find that I have a use for it anymore. Fred. From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:37 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!nwnews.wa.com!news.halcyon.com!usenet From: mrdlj@halcyon.com Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Wanted TS 930 Date: 20 Nov 1995 05:43:43 GMT Organization: Northwest Nexus Inc. Lines: 3 Message-ID: <48p4if$9a1@news.halcyon.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: blv-pm2-ip17.halcyon.com X-Newsreader: SPRY News 3.03 (SPRY, Inc.) Wanted Kenwood ts930 with built in tuner Mint Condition From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:38 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!nwnews.wa.com!news.halcyon.com!usenet From: mrdlj@halcyon.com Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Wanted TS 930 Date: 20 Nov 1995 05:48:06 GMT Organization: Northwest Nexus Inc. Lines: 7 Message-ID: <48p4qm$9a1@news.halcyon.com> References: <48p4if$9a1@news.halcyon.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: blv-pm2-ip17.halcyon.com X-Newsreader: SPRY News 3.03 (SPRY, Inc.) > mrdlj@halcyon.com writes: > Wanted Kenwood ts930 with built in tuner > Mint Condition > > >>>> I mean a TS940s not 930. Sorry From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:39 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!gatech!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!news-e1a.megaweb.com!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: skozmo@aol.com (SKozmo) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: AlincoDJ-582 Mod Date: 20 Nov 1995 06:45:57 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 2 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <48pppl$es0@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: skozmo@aol.com (SKozmo) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com Is there any mod to enable 144-174 transmit on the Alinco DJ582 ?. If so please E-Mail to SKozmo@ AOL.com. From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:40 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!simtel!lll-winken.llnl.gov!decwrl!amd!netcomsv!uu4news.netcom.com!netcomsv!uu3news.netcom.com!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: wd6dih@ix.netcom.com (Kevin Karamanos ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Repeater Controller suggestions Date: 20 Nov 1995 06:59:10 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 26 Message-ID: <48p8vu$les@ixnews4.ix.netcom.com> References: <48g4j8$3ks@newsstand.cit.cornell.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-ir14-25.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Sun Nov 19 10:59:10 PM PST 1995 In <48g4j8$3ks@newsstand.cit.cornell.edu> F. Kevin Feeney writes: > >Hi, > >We're upgrading our repeater and would like to add a controller that is >very flexible and easy to remotely program. I've looked at the CAT >series, and we have an RC85 - what's the next generation beyond these >like? I"ve heard of new controllers based on PC's and sound cards. Anyone >have pointers to controllers of this type, or any other new controllers I >should be aware of? > >Thanks in advance. > >Kevin, WB2EMS >"Unencrypted email is just another word for evidence." You may want to look at the Link-Comm Repeater Controllers, they are based in Bozeman MT. Phone: 406-482-7515. 73's Kevin From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:41 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!atlantis.utmb.edu!marlin.utmb.edu!jbledsoe From: jbledsoe@marlin.utmb.edu (James Bledsoe) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Want Mint IC-32AT Date: 20 Nov 1995 10:21:14 GMT Organization: Office of Academic Computing Lines: 10 Message-ID: <48pkqr$nlm@atlantis.utmb.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: marlin.utmb.edu X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Interested in a Mint IC-32AT. If you have one you want to get rid of send me some email @ "jbledsoe@marlin.utmb.edu" TNX James KK5GG -- -------------------------------------------------------------------- James Bledsoe james.bledsoe@utmb.edu University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston -------------------------------------------------------------------- From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:42 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsserver.pixel.kodak.com!news.consultix.com!news.kei.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: gamma7@ix.netcom.com (J. Duffy Beischel) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Car Audio Equipment DISCOUNTED!! Date: 20 Nov 1995 13:31:51 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 31 Message-ID: <48q007$t1t@ixnews4.ix.netcom.com> References: <48nui5$s17@bcfreenet.seflin.lib.fl.us> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-cin1-12.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Mon Nov 20 5:31:51 AM PST 1995 Don't post this crap in inappropriate newsgroups. This has nothing to do with amateur radio. In <48nui5$s17@bcfreenet.seflin.lib.fl.us> kman@dcfreenet.seflin.lib.fl.us (Kristian Hofseth) writes: > >Attention Car Audio Enthusiasts!!!!! > >DISCOUNT PRICES ON : ROCKFORD FOSGATE, PIONEER, SONY, > SOUNDSTREAM, SAS BAZOOKA, DEI (Viper Alarms), Code Alarm > >Need help designing an entire system, building a subwoofer, in need of a new >radio, or just need some information or help. Please feel free to contact me. >I am based in Miami, Fl but will ship products anywhere. All products are >brand-new NOT used or reconditioned with WARRANTY. > >E-mail me with any questions, price quotes, or comments. > > >-- > >Kristian Hofseth >kman@dcfreenet.seflin.lib.fl.us > From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:43 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!simtel!torn!nott!bcarh189.bnr.ca!nrtphba6.bnr.ca!bnr.ca!harp From: harp@bnr.ca (Alan Harp) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Does the latest CT program cover the FT1000MP? Date: 20 Nov 1995 14:40:10 GMT Organization: Bell-Northern Research, Research Triangle Park, NC Lines: 15 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: nrtpq018.bnr.ca Does anybody have an inside track on Pavilion Software? You dial their number and they ask you to place your order on voice mail. I'm not too comfortable with that. The FT1000MP retrieves frequency slightly differently than the FT1000D. Wonder if the latest CT program covers it. Do I have to buy version 9 to get it? **************************************************************************** * Alan Harp K4PB * Bell-Northern Research * CW FOREVER * * mail: harp@bnr.ca * Research Triangle Park, NC * * **************************************************************************** From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:44 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: mparkes@aol.com (Mparkes) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Ham needs DOS help (file doesnt exist??) Date: 20 Nov 1995 14:51:37 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 7 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <48qm89$k4j@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: mparkes@aol.com (Mparkes) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com I want to clean off my hard drive and rebuild it. But when I go to copy certain files from the HD to a floppy sometimes I get the "file does not exist" ....well, it looks like it exists to me! Also, while copying files out of one directory, once it gets to the last document, sometimes it will start copying files from OTHER directories as well! What in the world is going on? Am I doing something wrong...Any advice is appreciated. -Mike KS4DA From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:45 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.compuserve.com!newsmaster From: Rich Weinkauf Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc Subject: Re: IC-706: what's best 2m/6m mobile antenna? Date: Mon, 20 Nov 1995 17:36:35 -0800 Organization: Parke-Davis Research/Clinical Database Systems Lines: 29 Message-ID: <30B12D23.499@aa.wl.com> References: <48ain6$or6@rdsunx.crd.ge.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: dd74-173.compuserve.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 2.0b2a (Windows; I; 16bit) Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21578 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94533 John A. Sutliff wrote: > Is there a single antenna that will allow both 2 and 6 > meter operation ( I know I'll need a duplexer to connect to both > <60Mhz and>60Mhz antenna ports) with "acceptable" SWR? > I've been using the Comet CA-HV antenna with my IC-706 mobile installation. Comet makes a duplexer that splits <60MHz and 126-460MHz that mates beautifully with the 706 and the CA-HV. The CA-HV simultaneously covers 2m, 6m, and up to two of the following bands: 40m, 20m, 15m, 10m. The 20m resonator is extra. I have mine setup to cover 2m, 6m, 40m and 10m. If you are asking about a fixed station antenna, I am considering the GAP Titan-III. Gap makes a few antennas that cover HF and up into VHF. -- Rich Weinkauf, N8QLT http://www.geopages.com/SunsetStrip/1338/ weinkar@aa.wl.com ------------------------------------------------- "Waiter, would you serve the nuts... I mean, would you serve the guests the nuts?" --Nora Charles, "The Thin Man" (I don't speak for my company, my leash isn't that long) From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:47 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!elroy.jpl.nasa.gov!usc!math.ohio-state.edu!pacific.mps.ohio-state.edu!usenet From: James Garland Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Ham equipment is so damn Expensive. Date: 20 Nov 1995 17:56:49 GMT Organization: The Ohio State University Lines: 37 Message-ID: <48qfh1$iih@pacific.mps.ohio-state.edu> References: <48gnog$ep4@netaxs.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: maps1.mps.ohio-state.edu Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2N (Windows; I; 16bit) It doesn't seem to me that the days of homebrewing equipment have passed. True, it is unlikely that most hams could duplicate the complexity of modern Japanese SSB transceivers, or would want to even if they had the knowledge. However, much of the circuit complexity in these radios contributes only to bells and whistles, many of which are seldom used and many of which only make the radios user unfriendly. One shouldn't have to wade through nested menus of options to select functions, or be forced to enter routine freqency selections into a keypad, or to figure out which of dozens of buttons to press when wanting to switch filters or do something simple. Users shouldn't have to put up with tiny closely-spaced knobs (usually dual concentric), and dozens of identical looking pushbuttons on a black-on-black panel. I'm afraid we have all fallen victim to advertising campaigns which tout "features" but ignore convenience. The point is that one doesn't have to duplicate all the frills of these radios to design and build truly high-performance receivers, transmitters and amplifiers. Modern integrated circuits provide wonderful easy-to-use building blocks, and any ham who is willing to study a bit can acquire the skills to use them. Furthermore, there is a large amount of 1970s-80s test equipment available at flea markets and elsewhere, so one can outfit a complete workshop with lab grade equipment (Tektronix scope, Wavetek signal generator, HP bench supplies and rf voltmeters, etc.) at far less cost than one Japanese transceiver. I have been interested in the resurgance of A.M users in the past few years. These hams tend to be quite knowledgable about technical matters, and often build their own transmitters. They tend to like the receivers from the vacuum tube era, not so much because they dislike solid state electronics, but because the old receivers were more fun to use and much easier to tinker with. I've learned that A.M. is not an "obsolete" mode, as I had once thought, but actually can be implemented with some very sophisticated circuit concepts. In any case, it seems to me that the spirit of homebrewing is still alive and well. Jim W8ZR From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:48 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,re Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!ncar!uchinews!gw2.att.com!oucsboss!pc176x1.phy.ohiou.edu!user From: tip@mercury.aichem.arizona.edu (Tom Perigrin) Subject: Re: What some think about sexy hams X-Nntp-Posting-Host: pc176x1.phy.ohiou.edu Message-ID: Sender: postmaster@pc176x1.phy.ohiou.edu X-Nntp-Posting-Date: Mon Nov 20 15:43:47 1995 Organization: AI Chem Lab References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825g6$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> <487hjv$19c@mdsroc.com> <48be57$e6p@ornews.intel.com> <48l7ic$bqa@pegasus.starlink.com> <48q0d2$nm8@news.cuny.edu> Date: Mon, 20 Nov 1995 20:43:48 GMT Lines: 39 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17242 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12716 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21589 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11674 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94550 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31968 rec.radio.amateur.space:5794 rec.radio.cb:24565 rec.radio.noncomm:4998 rec.radio.scanner:40944 rec.radio.shortwave:66305 In article <48q0d2$nm8@news.cuny.edu>, Bob Crownfield wrote: > > Bill Funk wrote: > > > >>Speaking of HAM radios, could this group help me out? Every time I go and > >>dive with my radio set, the fuse blows. What's the trick here? > >> > > > >Ah, yes... > >There was a time when having a HAM ticket *meant* something... > >When a fuse blows consistantly, it's because there's more current going > >thru the fuse than the fuse is rated to carry. The fuse, being a safety > >device, blows to prevent this excess current from flowing, possibly > >damaging something. > >Check to make sure the fuse is the proper rating for the gear. Do *not* > >replace it with a higher-rated fuse! If it is the correct fuse, then the > >gear is drawing too much current. This needs to be corrected. Maybe it's a > >short in the power line, maybe the gear is not a boat anchor. Either > >extreme, and all points in between should be checked, and corrected. > >Good luck. > >Bill > > > > Bill: > Why are you talking about radios in rec.scuba? How did this ham > chat get lost in rec.scuba in the first place? Personally, I think a group of less than laudable people got together and decided to have fun by posting a series of totally meaningless messages in a set of totally inappropriate places. Theater of the absurd. Okay guys, we've seen it; I give it a 3 on difficulty and a 4 on creativity. No medal, not even honorable mention. So, wrap up the production, go away... don't call us, we'll call you. --- If I was smart, I'd have a clever .sig From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:49 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!ihnp4.ucsd.edu!news1.ucsd.edu!news-mail-gateway From: guenter.koellner@oen.siemens.DE (Koellner, Guenter) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: RE: Standard 568A recovery? Date: 20 Nov 95 22:45:00 GMT Organization: ucsd usenet gateway Lines: 16 Message-ID: <30B10FA3@SmtpGate.Oen1.Oen.Siemens.De> NNTP-Posting-Host: ucsd.edu Originator: daemon@ucsd.edu Hello there, I also own a Standard C568. I also own the service manual. I am very satisfied with the radio. Receiver is wide on all bands. Its able to scan the (european only?) 930-932-phone-area. RX sensitivity on 23cm is also good. For 23cm I use a power amp designed for a packet radio interlink tranceiver, it boosts up to 15W and is easy to be built. vy 73, Guenter, DL4MEA@DB0KCP.#BAY.DEU.EU (AX.25) KOELLNER@SCN.DE (Internet) HTTP://WWW.SCN.DE/~KOELLNER (WWW) UO-22, KO-23 & KO-25 (Pacsats) From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:50 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!xmission!charnel.ecst.csuchico.edu!waldorf.csc.calpoly.edu!isnews.csc.calpoly.edu!hertz.elee.calpoly.edu!ceustaqu From: Cal Eustaquio Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap Subject: Re: Hams please read .... Date: Tue, 21 Nov 1995 07:49:12 -0800 Organization: Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo Lines: 13 Message-ID: References: <48lekf$b9k@detroit.freenet.org> <48rbap$2um@maureen.teleport.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: hertz.elee.calpoly.edu Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: TEXT/PLAIN; charset=US-ASCII NNTP-Posting-User: ceustaqu In-Reply-To: <48rbap$2um@maureen.teleport.com> Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17240 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12714 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21584 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11671 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94545 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31964 rec.radio.amateur.space:5792 rec.radio.cb:24562 rec.radio.noncomm:4997 rec.radio.scanner:40938 rec.radio.swap:51380 Dan: One meaning may be for "Society for the Presevation of Amplitude Modulation." Otherwise, its a generic term for a meat product that was invented during WW2 that is still put out in the market by Hormel (I think). On 21 Nov 1995, Daniel Calzaretta wrote: > I'm new to this. What does "spam" mean? Is it Italian or Latin for > something? > > > From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:51 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!simtel!news2.acs.oakland.edu!newshub.gmr.com!rcsuna.gmr.com!re3mjo!morourke From: morourke@newsserver.gmr.com (Mike O'Rourke) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: DRAKE TR-3 MANUAL HELP! Date: Tue, 21 Nov 1995 12:11:22 Organization: General Motors Research and Development Center Lines: 16 Message-ID: <951121121122@re3mjo> References: <4806ru$g7u@isis.fiu.edu> Reply-To: morourke@cmsa.gmr.com NNTP-Posting-Host: re3mjo.gmr.com NNTP-Software: PC/TCP NNTP In article <4806ru$g7u@isis.fiu.edu> rmilla01@solix.fiu.edu (richard j millard) writes: Hi, I'm looking for service/user manuals for the Drake TR3. I will pay for copying/postage. Thanks. 73, Richard Millard, KF4EKF rmilla01@solix.fiu.edu Richard, I have a TR3, be glad to copy and send to you. What is your snail mail? 73, Mike AA8W From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:52 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.kreonet.re.kr!usenet.kornet.nm.kr!agate!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: kencook@ix.netcom.com (Ken Cook) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.antenna Subject: Re: Which HF Vertical Date: 21 Nov 1995 14:49:21 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 39 Message-ID: <48soth$q9i@ixnews3.ix.netcom.com> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-hou6-14.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Tue Nov 21 6:49:21 AM PST 1995 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21595 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17245 In Kory Hamzeh writes: > > >Hi Everyone, > >I'm looking for a good HF vertical for DXing. I need 10M, 20M, and 40M. >80M would be great, but not mandatory. I've looked at the Cushcraft, >Butternut, Hygain, Hustler. I would like to hear about your experiences >with these antennas, how much power you where running. what band and what >contacts where made. > >I know verticals are less than ideal for DXing, but nothing else is >possible right now. > >Thanks, >Kory >KE6VWO > I picked up a second hand Butternut HF-6V a few years ago, planted it in my back yard with a good ground rod, lots of radials (more is better!) and I think it does pretty darn good for an almost all band antenna. I also have a problem putting up what I would really like to have so I use inverted vees, rotatable dipoles made of hamsticks (20 meters but I will be adding others to test later) and all sorts of strange G5RV type configurations that are pretty well hidden in the trees and do pretty well keeping up with the big boys. My Butternut is actually in the middle of several trees and within 18 feet or so of my two story house and I still have not noticed any great loss. They is likely no "perfect" antenna anyway so part of the fun is just stringing up what your pocketbook and covenants will allow and giving it a whirl! Good luck Ken Cook / N5RVK From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:53 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!usenet.kornet.nm.kr!news.kreonet.re.kr!overload.lbl.gov!agate!spool.mu.edu!munnari.OZ.AU!ihnp4.ucsd.edu!news1.ucsd.edu!news-mail-gateway From: sslavsky@acq.osd.mil (Steve Slavsky) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Cost of Ham Equipment Date: 21 Nov 95 15:35:06 GMT Organization: ucsd usenet gateway Lines: 45 Message-ID: <2206351021111995.A04757.BETA.119BAAA30500*@MHS> References: <199511210433.UAA17727@mail.ucsd.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: ucsd.edu Originator: daemon@ucsd.edu For some strange reason, I remember these exact same discussions on the cost of ham rigs when I first became licensed as a novice in 1965. As a 16 year old in high school, none of us kids had much money to buy new equipment. Then, as now, the new stuff was "high cost" in relation to what we knew we could afford. My first rig was a used Lafayette general coverage receiver and my Elmer - W2ETD, loaned me a crystal controlled 6L6 homebrew transmitter. I worked all over the world with it. When I had saved a bit of money, I upgraded to a used Heath DX-40 at a hamfest. I even purchased a new piece of gear after a summer job - a Heath Lunchbox for 2 meters ($50). The bottom line is that there is plenty of gear out there at reasonable prices. The young hams I speak with today are very resourceful and they seem able to get on the air at a minimum of expense. If you are willing to do a little kit building, there are several manufacturers making CW QRP kits which cost about $100, or less, complete. Even for SSB, there is an all band QRP rig (with CW also) under $600 new. Considering how the cost of living has increased in general, I don't think ham radio equipment is out of line. A new car cost $2,500 (or less) in 1965 and the average annual income was about $5 - 7,000 (probably lower, but I was a kid then and that seemed like a fortune). Good ham gear ran as much as $1,000 new for a complete station. Now a car costs $15 - 20,000, incomes are $40,000 and up and you can get an ICOM 706 (I don't have or want one) which does virtually everything possible for about $1,300. I also believe that we, as the consumers, vote with our dollars. If the rigs are too highly priced, few will be sold. Let's face facts, someone is buying these rigs or they would not still be marketed. If you can afford them, more power to you. Its a hobby - we don't have to get the latest and most technologically advanced equipment to operate. The fact that QST, CQ, 73 and the other magazines out there are filled with ads for equipment says that we have the money to spend and are willing to do so. Personally, I don't have any desire to get one of the $3,000 and up rigs that do it all. I have different priorities and I like some challenge in operating. If I want absolutely perfect communications, I'll send an e-mail over the internet. We are already getting more for less in terms of features. Maybe one day we'll have an all band, all mode rig in a Sucrets box for $199.95, but then we'd need a magnifying glass to see the controls. Actually, I do have an 80M CW rig in an Altoids box, but that's another story. 73, 72 and have a Happy Thanksgiving, Steve Slavsky, N4EUK Reston, VA From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:54 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!xroads!LOCALNAME From: turansky@xroads.com (Walt Turansky) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: FS: Kenwood TM-2570 2 Meter FM Transceiver Date: 21 Nov 1995 15:44:28 GMT Organization: Crossroads Communications Lines: 11 Message-ID: <48slek$l68_002@news.xroads.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: slip24.xroads.com X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #4 I have a Kenwood TM-2570A 2 meter FM tranceiver for sale. It comes with DTMF microphone, mobile mounting bracket, TU-7 PL tone board installed, service and operating manuals. The price is $275 firm which includes COD and shipping in CONUS. Conact me: email turansky@xroads.com phone (602) 554-2667 office (602) 730-0683 home 73 de N7QFN Walt From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:55 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!pipeline!psinntp!psinntp!psinntp!cronkite!news From: Ralph Rinaldi Subject: Kenwood HT79 Mods/Info Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Message-ID: <1995Nov21.154700.11651@cronkite.res.utc.com> To: All Sender: news@cronkite.res.utc.com Nntp-Posting-Host: 153.4.64.13 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Organization: Hamilton Std Mime-Version: 1.0 Date: Tue, 21 Nov 1995 15:47:00 GMT X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) Lines: 7 Anyone heard any new info on the HT79? I am looking for Service Bulletins or Mods for 800Mhz. I have checked out the QRZ Web site and they have a file that is dated 9/94, but we were hoping there was more recent information available. '73s Ralph From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:56 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.crd.ge.com!usenet From: sutliff@crd.ge.com (John A. Sutliff) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: IC706 Audio Date: Tue, 21 Nov 1995 16:12:36 GMT Organization: GE Corp R&D Center, Schenectady NY Lines: 20 Message-ID: <48stoo$4mv@rdsunx.crd.ge.com> References: <48hclg$sev@daily-planet.execpc.com> <48igkb$jqp@vixen.cso.uiuc.edu> <1995Nov18.041343.27426@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> <48rklo$vko@firehose.mindspring.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: backscatter.crd.ge.com X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 wave@mindspring.com (Pieter Ibelings) wrote: >Not quite. Changing the carrier frequency on TX allows you to select which 2.4KHz window of >your voice you transmit.(if you are using a 2.4KHz IF filter). It is in essence a TX IF SHIFT >not a XIT. ... >The transmitted information is all the receiver has to work with. If there are frequencies missing the >audio will sound unnatural no matter how you clarify it. As a new ham eager to learn the details, I say thank you for your explanation (I also have a IC706). Can you add what is done or can be done with other equipment that gets around these limitations. John Sutliff From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:58 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!ftpbox!mothost!lmpsbbs!news From: burke_br@adcae1.comm.mot.com (Bruce Burke) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: J POLE ANTENNA PLANS Date: 21 Nov 1995 18:13:38 GMT Organization: Motorola Inc Lines: 85 Distribution: world Message-ID: <48t4si$in4@brokaw.comm.mot.com> References: <48le82$7lg@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: burke_br@adcae1.comm.mot.com NNTP-Posting-Host: md20.comm.mot.com In article 7lg@newsbf02.news.aol.com, w8jitom@aol.com (W8JI Tom) writes: }In article <48fc6g$nqk@brokaw.comm.mot.com>, burke_br@adcae1.comm.mot.com }(Bruce Burke) writes: } }>}>7. Route the coax and tape it to the mast to make it look neat. }>} }>}He does not realize that the feed line can interact wit the stub, }>}and therefore it should be brought out at a right angle. } }>The radiation point for this antenna is well above the feed. Attaching }>the coax to the antenna changes little. } }That's not quite true. The stub still radiates a little in the far field, }and is very intense in near field effects. Moritz is correct. If the }feedline is mis-handled near the stub it can cause problems! Sorry, not my experience, I have built several of 3/4 inch copper pipe for emergency communications use and have never had a problem. I tested each one extensively first. The only time I would ever expect to see a problem is if: 1) Using a balun which actually upsets the feed as it will try and force the currents to be the same in the stub legs, or force the currents to be the same in the coax. (See below) 2) If the coax was routed up the antenna instead of down. 3) The dimensions of the antenna and stub are incorrect. The antenna is cold at the bottom of the stub. by it's nature, the stub should not radiate. Currents are out of phase and radiation is cancelled. Again I repeat, the radiation center for this antenna is at the center of the half-wave section above the stub, although there will be some leakage, it is minor. There is some asymetry to the pattern, but again it is minor. } }>}Theoretically the J-Pole is an antenna which requires a *symmetric* }>}feed. Using it without a balun does create problems, although not always }>}noticed. }> }>This is not a balanced antenna and does not need a balun, it will only }>introduce loss. } }It is an asymmetrical FEEDPOINT, and needs a balun or de-coupling of some }form when used with any feedline. You just contradicted yourself. Your last statement is true. It is asymmetrical, or unbalanced. If the feedpoint is asymetrical, the antenna system is. Besides, look at it, what is symetrical, there is nothing symetrical about this antenna. It is an end fed half-wave, no symetry here. A bigger worry is inductive effects of the feed system. I found that using the coax as the "feed lines" limited the SWR floor that was obtainable. When I fashioned a bracket with a connector on the shield side and used 3/4 to 1 inch wide copper flashing or shim stock for the "center conductor," I was able to achieve a much better total SWR bandwidth for the antenna. Instead of having 1.5:1 in the middle and over 2:1 at band edges, I have 1.05:1 in the middle and 1.3:1 at the band edges. This also requires careful (tedious works here too) adjustment of the radiator length and the exact feedpoint tap on the stub. These details are very important. Just because this is an unbalanced antenna, doesn't mean you can ignore the feed system, indeed by doing a sloppy job here, you can increase your chances of stub radiation and feedline problems. Proper handling of the feed ensures that it is in harmony with the antenna. It is also advisable to use quality coax. I use RG-400, which has a double woven shield. (RG-400 is an RG-58 size coax, which is also constructed using teflon insulation and dielectric. The wires are also silver plated. Yes, it is expensive!) For those who would want to eliminate the last of the pattern asymetry it is necessary to have the stub constructed in a manner that surrounds the rest of the antenna. Like a quarter-wave sleeve choke. (beginning to look more familiar now?) Feed and adjustment becomes physically challenging though. 73, Bruce } }73 Tom From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:01:59 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!info.ucla.edu!library.ucla.edu!unixg.ubc.ca!rover.ucs.ualberta.ca!tribune.usask.ca!duke.usask.ca!buydens From: buydens@duke.usask.ca (Brian Buydens) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Ham needs DOS help (file doesnt exist??) Date: 21 Nov 1995 19:19:05 GMT Organization: University of Saskatchewan Lines: 55 Message-ID: <48t8n9$ae2@tribune.usask.ca> References: <48qm89$k4j@newsbf02.news.aol.com> <48r3i7$k8e@explorer.csc.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: duke.usask.ca X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Brian Phillips (bphillip@csc.com) wrote: : Mparkes (mparkes@aol.com) wrote: : : I want to clean off my hard drive and rebuild it. But when I go to copy : : certain files from the HD to a floppy sometimes I get the "file does not : : exist" ....well, it looks like it exists to me! Also, while copying files : : out of one directory, once it gets to the last document, sometimes it will : : start copying files from OTHER directories as well! What in the world is : : going on? Am I doing something wrong...Any advice is appreciated. : : -Mike KS4DA : If your DOS is version 6.20 or later, run SCANDISK to fix the problems : in your directory structure. If your DOS is 6.0 or earlier and you have : the Norton Utilities, run the "Disk Doctor". If you don't have either of : these, run CHKDSK /F. (NOTE: Don't run any of these under Windows; exit : to DOS first.) : You will probably get some "cross-linked clusters" and/or "invalid : directory entries", which the above utilities should fix by storing the : bad data in text files in the root directory (C:\). You will probably : have to delete these, but you could TRY a text editor to see what's in : them first. You may get some "bogus" directory entries that are not : cleaned up even by the above programs. If this happens, get everything : out of the directory that you can, then enter the dreaded "DEL *.*" : command. : While you're at it, you should also look for temporary files and delete : these wherever they're found (enter "DIR /S/P *.TMP" while in the root : directory to see where they are). Delete anything else you KNOW for SURE : you either don't need or have another copy of, and then use DEFRAG (in : DOS 6.20 or later) or SD (if you have Norton Utilities). There's also a : similar function in PC Tools, but I don't remember what it's called. : Possible causes of your problem include turning off the system or hitting : ++ with Windows still running, power failures, and some : primitive viruses, so a 'virus scan' might be in order as well. : If the series of suggestions above doesn't fix your problem, you may need : to back up your data, kill the disk partition with FDISK, then reload DOS, : Windows, applications, and then your data. Feel free to e-mail if you have : more problems/questions/etc. After running FDISK you will need to format the drive. If you decide to do this it is probably a good idea to create a boot disk with fdisk, format, and command.com already on it before doing anything to your hard drive. : -- : bdp (bphillip@explorer.csc.com) 73 de KC5OQG : -- my opinions are my own, etc., etc. <== usual disclaimer -- -- Brian Buydens There was a young poet named Dan, Department of Computing Services Whose poetry never would scan. University of Saskatchewan When told this was so, email: Brian.Buydens@usask.ca He said, "Yes, I know. From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:02:00 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.scanner Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!natinst.com!news-relay.us.dell.com!swrinde!sdd.hp.com!hpscit.sc.hp.com!unknown!lkraft From: lkraft@aa6lk.rose.hp.com (Lyle Kraft) Subject: Re: Standard 568A recovery? Sender: news@icon.rose.hp.com (News Administrator) Message-ID: Date: Tue, 21 Nov 1995 20:28:18 GMT References: Organization: HP - Information Networks Division X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.1.8 PL6] Lines: 42 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21590 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11675 rec.radio.scanner:40945 Michael Fogarty (mfogarty@netcom.com) wrote: : > A new tribander is out from Standard: the 568A. It receives a surprising : > array of frequencies, including 800-1300MHz. Does anyone know of mods : > for recovering the interesting parts of the 800 realm? I've checked : > Oakland and can't get through to AD4HL's BBS (at 615-537-6051). : > : > Does anyone have one of these radios? What do you think? Yes, and the image rejection on the 800-999MHz band is so poor that you can receive the "blocked" part of the 800MHz band by tuning the radio to (desired frequency) + 46.1MHz. : > : > I'd also like to get a general feeling for what people think about the : > Standard brand. : > I like it's size (not too big, not too small). The DTMF encoder allows direct entry of digits 0-9,#, and *, but not A,B,C, or D. You can program these digits into one of six DTMF sequence memories though. I've had mine for several months. Works fine, but the tiny "3-band" antenna supplied doesn't work worth a darn on 2-m. And 35mW on 1280 is useful for only the most local 1280 repeaters (and as a signal source for testing). : > In the market, : > Mike Regards, L ========================================================================== Lyle Kraft AA6LK ##################### Hewlett-Packard ###### /_ _ ###### System Interconnect Lab - ##### / / /_/ ##### Information Networks Division ###### / ###### Roseville, CA 95747-5601 ##################### 916-785-5798 FAX 916-785-2875 lkraft@core.rose.hp.com ========================================================================== From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:02:01 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsie.dmc.com!news.iii.net!news From: "Thomas C. J. Sefranek" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Ham equipment is so damn Expensive. Date: 21 Nov 1995 20:43:01 GMT Organization: SRC Lines: 43 Message-ID: <48tdl8$irq@news.iii.net> References: <48gnog$ep4@netaxs.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: wa1rhp.iii.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2N (Windows; I; 16bit) Sorry Nick, My Netscape doesn't know about tabs, so I sent 3 blank postings. NOW... Why is it so expensive??? Why do you NEED such fancy stuff? I am constantly building radio related stuff, which is missing the fancy bells and whatevers, but it works! (Most of the time...) Perhaps I'm too far gone on the OF route, but I built my rigs for many years, I built my mobile power supplies for the tube type radios, I built ...you get it... and still do. And every monday night I encourage hams to come over and ... build! When I just can't live without the new rig with all the bells, then I realize it will cost me either an unreasonable amount of time, or a health drain on my financial resources. Thats the choices you make. Do you have more time or money? And PLEASE, don't get going on the worn out line of "Ham radio equipment is SOO over-priced!". IT ISN'T!!! In the last 38 years I've been a ham the prices have gone down and the modern radios are very much better. As for the cost of building... I am today throwing out a truck load of stuff, because too many hams don't want to be bothered with taking the time to learn, build, repair. The price is right on monday nights! I'm not saying you should build the fancy rig for the car, but antennas, tuners, power supplies can be build (Better) for less than you can buy them with a bit of forsight, and some planning, and patience. I suspect your problem is... (Quoting from an actual request I got last night...) "Do you have a spare (free) 20 amp 12 volt supply"...? "No I don't want to build it..." Again, prehaps I'm just too far gone an OF. I hope you will read this as constructive. Tom WA1RHP From Unknown Tue Nov 21 19:02:03 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!sdd.hp.com!night.primate.wisc.edu!nntp.msstate.edu!Nntp.wes.army.mil!usenet From: butch@apollo.wes.army.mil (Butch Magee) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Ham equipment is so damn Expensive. Date: 21 Nov 1995 21:33:41 GMT Organization: USACE WES ITL Lines: 7 Message-ID: <48tgjl$jeg@prop.wes.army.mil> References: <48gnog$ep4@netaxs.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: 134.164.80.37 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.92.1 I used to say the very same thing Nick,...way back in the late '50s and early '60s.....It was not only expensive (for me), but, it was big, heavy ran hot, wouldn't stay on frequency, and 'din have no bells and whistles. Life is a bitch Nick. Butch KF5DE From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:46:49 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.cirrus.com!bug.rahul.net!a2i!infoseek.com!uunet!in2.uu.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: critchie@ix.netcom.com (cr ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: *** FS: Top of the line AOR AR8000 Handheld *** Date: 23 Nov 1995 07:14:13 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 20 Message-ID: <491705$t1o@ixnews3.ix.netcom.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-ir9-09.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Wed Nov 22 11:14:16 PM PST 1995 For Sale AOR AR8000 receiver: Full coverage - 100kHz to 1900MHz continuous no gaps, full 800MHz coverage All Mode Reception - AM, USB, LSB, CW, NFM, WFM Programmable Step Size in 50Hz increments 4.0kHz SSB filter Alphanumeric multi-line display Signal Strength bar graph 1000 channel memory bank computer control I/O port. Too many features to list. Basically, top of the line receiver with full coverage. Purchased in Europe while on vacation, barely used. Price includes complete unit with manual. $500.00 + shipping. Email inquiries to: critchie@ix.netcom.com From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:46:50 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!spool.mu.edu!darwin.sura.net!jabba.ess.harris.com!news.ess.harris.com!su102w.ess.harris.com!harris.pander01 From: harris.pander01@ic1d.harris.com (Paul Anderson) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: 572B TUBES Date: Wed, 22 Nov 1995 11:07:23 Organization: Harris Corporation, GCSD Lines: 21 Message-ID: References: NNTP-Posting-Host: panderson2.ess.harris.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Newsreader: Trumpet for Windows [Version 1.0 Rev Final Beta #6] In article USCG TELECOMMS writes: >From: USCG TELECOMMS >Subject: 572B TUBES >Date: Wed, 22 Nov 1995 08:18:43 -0500 >I need a pair of 572B's for an old SB-200 amplifier. What is the best >and cheapest source for these tubes? I can't speak to levels of quality. But I did call RF Parts' 800-number this week to price 572B tubes. They are offering 3 "grades": Svetlana (Russian) = $140/pair; RF Parts brand = $105/pair; cheap imported (whatever brand is on-hand today) = $86/two, sold as unmatched singles. BTW, as of this past Monday, all they had in-stock were the cheap ones. *********************************************************** *** Paul Anderson *** *** E-mail: pander01@harris.com *** *** Amateur Packet: AB4VA @ KD4WLE.#MLBFL.FL.USA.NA *** *********************************************************** From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:46:51 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.umbc.edu!haven.umd.edu!purdue!lerc.nasa.gov!magnus.acs.ohio-state.edu!math.ohio-state.edu!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!newsfeed.pitt.edu!uunet!in2.uu.net!news.qnet.com!usenet From: Bob Scott Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: 572B TUBES Date: 23 Nov 1995 12:06:04 GMT Organization: Quantum Networking Solutions; Virginia, USA; info@qnet.com Lines: 6 Message-ID: <491o3d$q26@ukelele.qnet.com> References: <48vjh9$g2e@tsunami.traveller.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: dialup18.wdbg.va.qnet.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.12(Macintosh; I; 68K) X-URL: news:48vjh9$g2e@tsunami.traveller.com Make sure you ask for the new ones. I have read where they redesigned them. They apparently had a problem with horizontal mounting. The filament would sag and short out. Of course the new design costs more. I think $139 a matched pair. 73 Bob AC4QO From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:46:52 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.kreonet.re.kr!news.dacom.co.kr!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!newsstand.cit.cornell.edu!newsfeed.cit.cornell.edu!cornellcs!rochester!rocksanne!news From: "Joseph H. Wilkowski" Subject: 706 vs Yaesu 900 observations Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Message-ID: <1995Nov21.172821.20314@news.wrc.xerox.com> Sender: news@news.wrc.xerox.com Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Organization: Xerox Mime-Version: 1.0 Date: Tue, 21 Nov 1995 17:28:21 GMT X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) Lines: 13 Folks, I have tried to retieve earlieer articles about the 706 and have no luck. (maybe its the browser) I see that there was a lot of buzz about the 706 but nothing at all about the 900. Looking for observations, please or if you have copies of reviews or opinions I would be interested. I have a couple of reservations about a rig that is dc to daylight (706) but its hard to get info from folks... tnx in advance// 73's /joe k8fc From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:46:53 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: tgriff@ix.netcom.com (Tom Griffin) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: 706 vs Yaesu 900 observations Date: Sat, 25 Nov 1995 07:22:26 -0500 Organization: Netcom Lines: 20 Message-ID: <30b70a3d.1955055@nntp.ix.netcom.com> References: <1995Nov21.172821.20314@news.wrc.xerox.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-col-sc1-15.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Sat Nov 25 4:27:49 AM PST 1995 X-Newsreader: Forte Agent .99c/16.141 "Joseph H. Wilkowski" wrote: >Folks, I have tried to retieve earlieer articles about the 706 and have >no luck. (maybe its the browser) I see that there was a lot of buzz about >the 706 but nothing at all about the 900. Looking for observations, >please or if you have copies of reviews or opinions I would be >interested. I have a couple of reservations about a rig that is dc to >daylight (706) but its hard to get info from folks... > >tnx in advance// > >73's > >/joe k8fc > I have a number of them saved which I'll be glad to forward to you by email. Tom From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:46:54 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!elroy.jpl.nasa.gov!decwrl!purdue!yuma!usenet From: wakko@holly.colostate.edu (JiNX) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc Subject: alinco dj-g5t Date: Tue, 21 Nov 1995 22:16:32 GMT Organization: EViL LiVE Lines: 10 Message-ID: <48tj6f$112f@yuma.ACNS.ColoState.EDU> NNTP-Posting-Host: ts1303.slip.colostate.edu X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21599 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94555 does anyone, per chance, have the mod for the dj-g5t? I had a 580 and G1T, but there are no red and blue wire pairs in this new radio. Only a small blue wire that looks like it's jumping something. thanks & 73 Al KB0PYY From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:46:54 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!sdd.hp.com!usc!math.ohio-state.edu!pacific.mps.ohio-state.edu!freenet.columbus.oh.us!not-for-mail From: rhuffman@freenet.columbus.oh.us (Rick Huffman) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Any mods for the HTX-202? Date: 22 Nov 1995 19:31:13 -0500 Organization: The Greater Columbus FreeNet Lines: 7 Message-ID: <490fch$ig9@acme.freenet.columbus.oh.us> NNTP-Posting-Host: acme.freenet.columbus.oh.us Does anyone know of any mods for the HTX-202? I found a used one and was just wondering. Thanks Rick -- From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:46:55 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: ke6tgn@ix.netcom.com (Wanda M Desmond ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Any mods for the HTX-202? Date: 24 Nov 1995 01:35:38 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 16 Message-ID: <4937ha$1of@ixnews2.ix.netcom.com> References: <490fch$ig9@acme.freenet.columbus.oh.us> NNTP-Posting-Host: bak-ca1-02.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Thu Nov 23 5:35:38 PM PST 1995 In <490fch$ig9@acme.freenet.columbus.oh.us> rhuffman@freenet.columbus.oh.us (Rick Huffman) writes: > > >Does anyone know of any mods for the HTX-202? I found a used one and was just >wondering. Thanks > >Rick >-- > Only mod I've ever heard of: Paint it a different color. John KE6TGN From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:46:56 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!news.u.washington.edu!carson.u.washington.edu!jtyoung From: "John T. Young" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Any Yeasu FT-1000MP Reviews? Date: Tue, 21 Nov 1995 08:31:10 -0800 Organization: University of Washington Lines: 27 Message-ID: References: NNTP-Posting-Host: carson.u.washington.edu Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: TEXT/PLAIN; charset=US-ASCII In-Reply-To: Kory, I had a chance to compare the Yeasu Ft-1000MP side by side with the Kenwood TS 870 at ARS in Seattle, switching instantly between rigs to listen to the same signals. For the extra $300 that the Yeasu costs, in my opinion it is a much better radio and worth the extra cost. It has 117 VAC or 12VDC operation options (i.e. built in ac pwr supply); the receiver appeared more sensitive to my ears and had better tonal qualities; the DSP provided more options and was much more user friendly, at least on the first tries. I did not compare the two transmitters in the rigs. The word out here is that the FT-1000D is still more of a radio than the 1000MP, but it's also over $1000 more expensive. I've got a Kenwood TS-850, which I love dearly, so I'm a Kenwood fan. But my next radio is going to be the 1000MP. Best luck with your new rig! 73 de John, KI7JB. On Mon, 20 Nov 1995, Kory Hamzeh wrote: > > I'm giving some serious thought to purchasing the new Yeasu FT-1000MP hf > rig, but I've not heard anything about it. Does anyone here have any > opinions? Any real experience operating it? > > Thanks, > Kory > KE6VWO > > > From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:46:57 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!news.cais.net!news.cais.com!cais2.cais.com!gttm From: USCG TELECOMMS Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Any Yeasu FT-1000MP Reviews? Date: Wed, 22 Nov 1995 12:27:19 -0500 Organization: Capital Area Internet Service info@cais.com 703-448-4470 Lines: 11 Message-ID: References: NNTP-Posting-Host: cais2.cais.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: TEXT/PLAIN; charset=US-ASCII X-Sender: gttm@cais2.cais.com In-Reply-To: On Mon, 20 Nov 1995, Kory Hamzeh wrote: > I'm giving some serious thought to purchasing the new Yeasu FT-1000MP hf > rig, but I've not heard anything about it. Does anyone here have any > opinions? Any real experience operating it? > I talked with a W7 yesterday that had one, and he also had a 1000D sitting next to it for comparison purposes. He said the 1000MP receiver was quiter than the 1000D. He was not too impressed with the DSP, however. And, of course, he missed the 200 watt capability of the 1000D. That's it in a nutshell. Ron, W4VR From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:46:59 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!gryphon.phoenix.net!dial79.phoenix.net!user From: lewis@phoenix.phoenix.net (Lewis Stephens KC5PSX) Newsgroups: alt.radio.amateur.club.clarc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.swap Subject: Austin Amateur Radio Suppy Date: Fri, 24 Nov 1995 22:40:47 -0500 Organization: Amber,Inc. Lines: 76 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: dial79.phoenix.net X-Newsreader: Yet Another NewsWatcher 2.1.1 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21685 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94661 rec.radio.swap:51553 Let me tell you a tale about a trip across Texas. I call Austin Amateur Radio Supply (AARS) earlier today. The conversation went something like this; ring ring (AARS) Hello, Austin Amateur Radio Supply may I help you? (Me) Sure , I am looking for latest Yaesu offering, the FT-1000MP. Do you have any and are they set up where I can see one. (AARS) Sure thing, come on down. (ME) Great! By the way, do you have the Kenwood 870DSP set up too? I want to compare the two radios. I am bringing my wife along so she can see first hand what I am buying myself for Christmas this year. (AARS) OK. I have here too. (Me) Ok, What time do you close today? (AARS) We be here until about 5 today. (Me) That's good. I'm in Pasadena and it'll take a bit to get there. (AARS) OK. (Me) Thanks and I'll see you this afternoon. (click) Ok, so far so good. I loaded my pockets with nice fresh one hundred dollars and a credit card that I had been hoarding. I got the wife and kids loaded and drove 222 miles from my place to Austin. When I got there and found Austin Amateur Radio, we all got out and trotted inside. That's when this story goes sour. Austin Amateur Radio does have the radios in stock. The Kenwood is on the front counter. (Not hooked up, but you can see it.) The Yaesu FT-1000MP is another story. It is in the back in the box and is for sale. It will not be placed on display at all. It is for sale. This according to the man at the counter. But says I, I have travel a ways to see this new machine. Sorry, says they. Only for the buyer will the box be opened. Now I understand that people want stuf in unopened boxes. If this was the only radio they had and didn't want to run the risk of offending another potential customer, they should have said so when I called. I told the guy I wanted to compare the radios and show it to my XYL before I paid nearly $3000 for the thing. I think this is a discourtesy that shouldn't happen amoung amateurs. I told the fellow behind the counter that I had traveled from out of town to see thew radio once more and when he just shook his head I made up my mind not to support the local dealer and I'll buy my equipment from a more honerable out of state dealer. I will take a day or two longer to recieve it. But I'll save the 8 1/4% sales tax. And I'll never darken the door of Austin Amateur Radio Supply again. I also tell anyone who asks that I really wouldn't trust someone that would bait a fellow from over two hundred miles away and then not show the goods when he gets there. Next week, we are considering flying to OK City to see my wife grandfather and they have a nice Ham shop that will probably ship my new radio home for me. I know me. If they would have shown us this radio today, I'd have a new Yaesu beside me now and would not have the time to write a flame at all. I was as disgusted when I left there today as I have been in a long time. It's not a big thing, I know but it really got to me. Thanks for letting me vent my anger and 73. Lewis Stephens ~*--,._.,--*~'`^`'~*--,._.,--*~'`^`'~*--,._.,--*~'`^`'~*--,._.,--*~'`^`'~*--,._.,--*~ Lewis Stephens KC5PSX lewis@phoenix.phoenix.net Pasadena,Texas ~*--,._.,--*~'`^`'~*--,._.,--*~'`^`'~*--,._.,--*~'`^`'~*--,._.,--*~'`^`'~*--,._.,--*~ From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:00 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.interport.net!usenet From: Michael Neidich Newsgroups: alt.radio.amateur.club.clarc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.swap Subject: Re: Austin Amateur Radio Suppy Date: 25 Nov 1995 13:08:11 GMT Organization: Interport Communications Corp. Lines: 11 Message-ID: <4974fr$mjo@park.interport.net> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: neidich.port.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21694 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94683 rec.radio.swap:51591 We (in the collective sense) have entered the era of the super-store, wherein you must already know what you want. We have brought it upon ourselves, for we gave up buying in the friendly store that actually demonstrated the product to the prospective buyer. The friendly neighborhood store is dead. We the consumers shop by mail, and make our selection based upon price--not advice, not service, and not support. The Internet expands this problem to the nth power. And it will get far worse. Remember when you could buy stationery at other than Staples? That which ye sow, so shall ye reap. Be of good cheer! Shop locally and let the guy make a living. From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:02 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!usenet From: "Charles Jack Hawley Jr." Newsgroups: alt.radio.amateur.club.clarc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.swap Subject: Re: Austin Amateur Radio Suppy Date: Sat, 25 Nov 1995 07:38:24 -0800 Organization: University of Illinois, Urbana Lines: 23 Message-ID: <30B73870.3032@aries.scs.uiuc.edu> References: <4974fr$mjo@park.interport.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: antwerp-12.slip.uiuc.edu Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 2.0b2a (Windows; I; 16bit) Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21696 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94685 rec.radio.swap:51594 Michael Neidich wrote: > > We (in the collective sense) have entered the era of the super-store, > wherein you must already know what you want. We have brought it upon > ourselves, for we gave up buying in the friendly store that actually > demonstrated the product to the prospective buyer. The friendly > neighborhood store is dead. We the consumers shop by mail, and make our > selection based upon price--not advice, not service, and not support. > The Internet expands this problem to the nth power. And it will get far > worse. Remember when you could buy stationery at other than Staples? > That which ye sow, so shall ye reap. Be of good cheer! Shop locally and > let the guy make a living. I think you missed the point. The guy lied to him. -- Charles Jack Hawley Jr. Amateur Radio KE9UW (A.K.A. 'Chuck' in Ham Radio) BMW K100RS, BMWMOA #224 (A.K.A. 'Jack' in Motorcycles) hawley@aries.scs.uiuc.edu Sr. Research Engineer Emeritus Univ of Ill, Urbana-Champaign From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:02 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!prodigy.com!usenet From: MVBC06A@prodigy.com (Ernest Lay) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: clegg, polytronic stuff Date: 23 Nov 1995 18:41:34 GMT Organization: Prodigy Services Company 1-800-PRODIGY Lines: 8 Distribution: world Message-ID: <492f8u$1qbu@usenetp1.news.prodigy.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: inugap1.news.prodigy.com X-Newsreader: Version 1.2 hi all, i'm looking for manuals and power cords for older radios. one is a clegg 22'er and the other in polytronics pc2. a manual, schematic and power cord, or something that will help me make a cord would be gtreatly appreaciateed thanks ernie From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:03 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!uwm.edu!lll-winken.llnl.gov!decwrl!pagesat.net!maw.montana.com!news From: dandroxl@montana.com (Dave and Rox) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: comments on Code/RTTY readers, Microcraft & MFJ Date: 23 Nov 1995 19:30:57 GMT Organization: Internet Connect Services Lines: 6 Message-ID: <492i5h$473@maw.montana.com> Reply-To: dandrox@montana.com NNTP-Posting-Host: ptm1.montana.com X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.92.6+ I'm interested in your experiences with the various code / RTTY readers offered by MFJ, Microcraft, or others. If you use or have used one of these items please let me know what your impression was. TNX Dave N7MJX- From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:04 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!elroy.jpl.nasa.gov!decwrl!pagesat.net!maw.montana.com!news From: dandroxl@montana.com (Dave and Rox) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Comments on JPS ANC-4 Date: 23 Nov 1995 04:43:18 GMT Organization: Internet Connect Services Lines: 2 Message-ID: <490u56$pfd@maw.montana.com> Reply-To: dandrox@montana.com NNTP-Posting-Host: ptm1.montana.com X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.92.6+ Am Considering buying the JPS ANC-4 Antenna Noise Cancller. Does anybody have any experience or comments on this unit? From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:05 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.dfw.net!pcnet.com!usenet From: nema@pcnet.com (Richard Lubash) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: CW Filter 250 or 500hz??? Date: 20 Nov 1995 17:36:38 GMT Organization: PCNet -- Public Access Internet in Connecticut! Lines: 7 Sender: -Not-Authenticated-[5567] Message-ID: <48qeb6$jm@pcnet2.pcnet.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: ts1-pt21.pcnet.com X-Posted-From: InterNews 1.0.7@ts1-pt21.pcnet.com Xdisclaimer: No attempt was made to authenticate the sender's name. I wish to buy a narrow band filter for my Yaesu Ft900 they offer a 250 or 500hz filter I work 40 meters at night which is kind of a QRM jungle does anyone have a recomendation. Thanks in advance Richard N1VXW From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:05 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!news-e1a.megaweb.com!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: w8jitom@aol.com (W8JI Tom) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: CW Filter 250 or 500hz??? Date: 24 Nov 1995 03:43:15 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 9 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <4940j3$6dc@newsbf02.news.aol.com> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com X-Newsreader: AOL Offline Reader In article , harp@bnr.ca (Alan Harp) writes: > >I would choose the 250. No contest! > > Me too, that's all I use here!!!!!! It works super. 500 is too wide. Tom From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:06 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!eskimo!localhost From: wrt@eskimo.com (Bill Turner) Subject: Re: CW Filter 250 or 500hz??? X-Nntp-Posting-Host: tia1.eskimo.com Message-ID: Sender: news@eskimo.com (News User Id) Organization: Eskimo North (206) For-Ever X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #4 References: <48qeb6$jm@pcnet2.pcnet.net> Date: Sat, 25 Nov 1995 02:16:52 GMT Lines: 17 In article <48qeb6$jm@pcnet2.pcnet.net>, nema@pcnet.com (Richard Lubash) wrote: >I wish to buy a narrow band filter for my Yaesu Ft900 they offer a 250 >or 500hz filter I work 40 meters at night which is kind of a QRM jungle >does anyone have a recomendation. > >Thanks in advance >Richard >N1VXW ------------------------------------------------- If you're only going to work CW and possibly RTTY, the 250 Hz filter is the best choice. If you might want to work AMTOR or PACTOR someday, the 500 Hz would be the one. Those modes need slightly more than 250 Hz. 73, Bill W7LZP wrt@eskimo.com From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:08 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!globe.indirect.com!s142.phxslip4.indirect.com!tracker From: tracker@indirect.com (Mark Saunders) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Does the latest CT program cover the FT1000MP? Date: Wed, 22 Nov 1995 20:58:48 UNDEFINED Organization: Amateur Radio Station KJ7BS Lines: 22 Message-ID: References: NNTP-Posting-Host: s142.phxslip4.indirect.com X-Newsreader: Trumpet for Windows [Version 1.0 Rev B final beta #1] In article harp@bnr.ca (Alan Harp) writes: >The FT1000MP retrieves frequency slightly differently than >the FT1000D. Wonder if the latest CT program covers it. I think CT 9.26 includes the FT-1000MP. >Do I have to buy version 9 to get it? It depends which version of CT you curntly use. Try this, send an e-mail message to listserv@ve7tcp.ampr.org and include "subscribe" as the only text in the message. This is the CT users list server. If your mail reader automatically adds a signature line you must include "end" to tell the robot at the list server your list server commands are complete' You will get back a message that says your are subscribed and one that has instructions on how to use the list server. From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:08 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!ihnp4.ucsd.edu!news1.ucsd.edu!news-mail-gateway From: braymer@sunbelt.NET (Bobby Raymer) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Dual-Band Mobile Radio For Sale Date: 25 Nov 95 02:30:14 GMT Organization: ucsd usenet gateway Lines: 12 Message-ID: <01HY1D7CE0AO8WW8DX@SUNBELT.NET> NNTP-Posting-Host: ucsd.edu Originator: daemon@ucsd.edu For Sale a Kenwood TW-4000A Two Meter and 440 Mhz Mobile.Radio is in great working condition and looks good digital readout,Programble on both UHF and VHF has 10 memory channels also scans both memory channels and two meter and 440 mhz band.Comes with manual and touch tone mikephone .$275.00 shipped or will do some tradeing for a Yaesu FT-2200 two meter radio. Email too Bobby Raymer braymer@sunbelt.net -- From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:09 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!sdd.hp.com!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!uchinews!gw2.att.com!nntpa!not-for-mail From: dara@physics.att.com (Shel Darack) Subject: E.F.Johnson Courier Message-ID: Sender: news@nntpa.cb.att.com (Netnews Administration) Nntp-Posting-Host: physics.div111.att.com Organization: AT&T X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL0] Date: Wed, 22 Nov 1995 20:25:34 GMT Lines: 9 I have an E.F.Johnson Courier amplifier ( 2 811A's) and will be doing a return to service repair. A visual inspection shows a couple blown resistors and at least one visibly bad capacitor. It also is missing the fused line cord. It's obvious how to proceed, but I wonder if anyone in this group has experience with one and can tell me how it performs in SSB service. Also, any tips on mounting fuses on the chasis and whether it is wise to replace the old tube rectifiers with a solid state supply? At this point it is merely an interesting project. Shel WA2UBK From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:10 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!druid.borland.com!ico.net!pacbell.com!nntp-hub2.barrnet.net!news1.digital.com!uunet!in1.uu.net!news00.sunet.se!sunic!news99.sunet.se!news.funet.fi!news.cs.hut.fi!freenet.hut.fi!mail.freenet.hut.fi!poo-boy From: poo-boy@mail.freenet.hut.fi (Randie kochals,Toronto CANADA) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Eldico SSB-100 MIL Date: 24 Nov 1995 04:54:40 GMT Organization: Freenet finland Lines: 5 Message-ID: <493j6g$4v7@freenet.hut.fi> NNTP-Posting-Host: freenet.hut.fi Does anyone out there have any info on the ELDICO SSB-100 MIL? How about a source for a schematic or manual? Any help would be appreciated ! From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:11 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.heurikon.com!uwvax!uwm.edu!cs.utexas.edu!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!vivanews.vivanet.com!mulveyr From: mulveyr@vivanet.vivanet.com (Rich Mulvey) Newsgroups: radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space Subject: Re: Even my wife thinks hams are... Followup-To: radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space Date: 24 Nov 1995 18:22:32 GMT Organization: Mulvey Home Node Lines: 11 Message-ID: <4952h8$n9e@vivanews.vivanet.com> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825eh$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> <485m5d$gqq@ixnews4.ix.netcom.com> <485q5e$34s@globe.indirect.com> <48fo6h$fk8@news1.inlink.com> <48j44a$5i6@alterdial.UU.NET> <48mc8e$lli@sanews.uswc.uswest.com> Reply-To: mulveyr@vivanet.vivanet.com NNTP-Posting-Host: ip225.vivanet.com X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12773 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21681 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11719 rec.radio.amateur.policy:32017 rec.radio.amateur.space:5816 Dennis A. Mason (damason) wrote: : Burt must be a Chicken Bander. Please, we don't appreciate fowl language here. --- Rich Mulvey, aa2ys Rochester, NY USA mulveyr@vivanet.com aa2ys@net.wb2psi.ampr.org aa2ys@wb2psi.#wny.ny.us From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:12 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!spool.mu.edu!torn!nott!bcarh189.bnr.ca!nrtphba6.bnr.ca!bnr.ca!harp From: harp@bnr.ca (Alan Harp) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Expensive Ham Equipment Date: 22 Nov 1995 20:37:41 GMT Organization: Bell-Northern Research, Research Triangle Park, NC Lines: 19 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: nrtpq018.bnr.ca Yes some equipment is expensive. Most of the new stuff is. I remember when if you didn't build at least some of your own equipment you were an appliance operator. Now we all (pretty much) are. We dial 800 numbers and order. There's lots of used equipment out there. Some of it works just as well as the day it was purchased. I have known people who had a challenge to attend a hamfest, buy enough equipment to put it on the air for the least amount of money. This was usually less than $100. Then actually put it on the air. Then donate the stuff to someone who couldn't afford to buy anything. **************************************************************************** * Alan Harp K4PB * Bell-Northern Research * CW FOREVER * * mail: harp@bnr.ca * Research Triangle Park, NC * * **************************************************************************** From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:13 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!psgrain!nntp.teleport.com!usenet From: Daniel Calzaretta Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: For Sale: Kenwood TS-520s Date: 21 Nov 1995 15:14:01 GMT Organization: Pacific Crest Community School Lines: 9 Message-ID: <48sqbp$8lb@maureen.teleport.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ip-pdx04-61.teleport.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) For Sale: Kenwood TS-520s with matching speaker, CW filter, MC-50 mic and keyer. Price $350 plus shipping. Dan N9BCC From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:14 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!psgrain!nntp.teleport.com!usenet From: Daniel Calzaretta Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: FOR SALE: Kenwood TS-520s Date: 23 Nov 1995 00:30:24 GMT Organization: Pacific Crest Community School Lines: 9 Message-ID: <490fb0$jr1@maureen.teleport.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ip-pdx12-06.teleport.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.swap:51476 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21644 For Sale: Kenwood TS-520s with matching speaker, CW filter, MC-50 mic and keyer. Price $350 plus shipping. I am located in Portland, Oregon. Dan N9BCC pcrest@teleport.com From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:15 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!server.iadfw.net!usenet From: comptnce@airmail.net (James Long) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc Subject: For Sale: HAL RTTY equipment Date: Wed, 22 Nov 1995 22:16:28 GMT Organization: Internet America Lines: 6 Message-ID: <30b3a0fb.12944726@news.airmail.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: dal12-30.ppp.iadfw.net X-Newsreader: Forte Agent .99c/16.141 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21626 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94587 For sale: HAL DS3100ASR & ST6000; *mint* condition; complete wiring harness; all manuals; original shipping boxes; best offer. Jim Long, K5QPT comptnce@airmail.net From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:15 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!server.iadfw.net!usenet From: comptnce@airmail.net (James Long) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc Subject: For sale: HAL RTTY gear Date: Wed, 22 Nov 1995 22:12:17 GMT Organization: Internet America Lines: 3 Message-ID: <30b39f2a.12479753@news.airmail.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: dal12-30.ppp.iadfw.net X-Newsreader: Forte Agent .99c/16.141 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21625 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94586 For sale: HAL DS3100ASR & ST6000; *mint* condition; complete wiring harness; all manuals; original shipping boxes; best offer. From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:16 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!cs.utexas.edu!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: disalvo@ix.netcom.com (Samuel R. DiSalvo ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: For Sale: JRC NRD-525 Date: 23 Nov 1995 18:31:44 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 15 Message-ID: <492emg$eep@ixnews7.ix.netcom.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-clv2-09.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Thu Nov 23 10:31:44 AM PST 1995 For Sale: Japan Radio NRD-525 HF Receiver Excellent condition and very well taken care of. Comes with manual, RS-232 cable, and logging software. I hate to part with it but I plan on buying an HF transceiver and need cash. Price: $8oo - I'll pay shipping costs. (U.S.A. only) E-mail if you're interested or have any specific questions. Sam DiSalvo - Medina, Ohio From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:17 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news1.cris.com!voyager.cris.com!Btenison From: Btenison@cris.com (Bruce Tenison) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: FT-530 CTCSS tone level? Date: 22 Nov 1995 15:01:19 GMT Organization: Concentric Internet Services Lines: 18 Message-ID: <48vdvv$svh@spectator.cris.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: voyager-fddi.cris.com X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Hi All! Our local repeater recently went CTCSS and we noticed that my FT-530's tone level is way low. (It takes the local repeater >500ms to decode it. I'm just wondering if there is an adjustment somewhere in the rig that we can get to to set the level... I've either lost the schematics to the rig (or it never came with any, memory is slipping these days.) I guess if I need to we can send to the factory for an alignment (but would rather do that here.) Any info is greatly appreciated! 73/Bruce -- =============================================================== | Bruce Tenison | |Internet: btenison@cris.com or maf00267@ns1.maf.mobile.al.us | | ax.25: ke4njb@w4iax.#mobal.al.us | | or ke4njb@ke4njb.ampr.org | | or btenison@ke4njb.ampr.org | =============================================================== From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:20 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!wa4mei!ke4zv!gary From: gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) Subject: Re: Hal P38 - Clover Solution for a Laptop ? Message-ID: <1995Nov23.174903.29331@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> Reply-To: gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) Organization: Destructive Testing Systems References: <332B0637@MHS> <1995Nov21.090039.16489@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> Date: Thu, 23 Nov 1995 17:49:03 GMT Lines: 49 In article march@netcom.com (Marc Hall) writes: > >I would like to do Clover using my Toshiba 2400 Laptop which the lacks the >internal slot to support the P-38 Card. By its name the PCI-4000 would >seem to require a PCI slot. Are there any Clover solutions based on >PCMCIA cards or which would communicate with the laptop via a serial or >parallel port ? I believe the PCI-4000 is an EISA slot card too. HAL's naming conventions and the computer industry's naming conventions don't have much in common. But to answer your question, there aren't any external Clover boxes that I know about. Only the two HAL plug in cards. HAL has made happy noises about being willing to license the code, and there's a good enough Clover spec that someone else could whip up their own implementation. I haven't heard of any of the box makers making happy noises about doing it though. HAL has code that supports Clover on the 56001 (the PCI-4000 card) and on the TMS320C25 (the P-38), so any box maker who uses either of those chips should be able to play easily if they want to. The German PACTOR II box uses the 56001 chip, but I think the Germans consider Clover the competition for PACTOR II, so I don't know how they feel about supporting it. I notice AEA has a new DSP box out, the DSP-232, and they crow in their ad in the December QST that they intend to support any and all protocols, they mention PACTOR II by name. We'll have to see if they mean Clover too, or if that's just advertising puff. They don't support Clover on their older DSP boxes. HAL told me that they intend to support GTOR on the P-38. Maybe Kantronics is starting to get worried about being left out of the DSP game and may be considering a cross-licensing scheme with HAL for a yet to be released DSP box of their own. Sure would be nice if true. My laptop doesn't have any EISA slots either. I'd be *very* surprised to see a PCMCIA card for any of the higher performance protocols. The DSP chips needed are all rather large and power hungry. The market isn't there for a dedicated chipset, as has been the case for V34 modems. I don't even think there are any PCMCIA TNCs for VHF/UHF where the needed chips certainly could fit on a Type II card. The box makers seem happy making boxes, and the card makers seem to be happy making EISA cards. And they're probably right, the amateur market for a PCMCIA card is probably too small. Gary -- Gary Coffman KE4ZV | You make it, | gatech!wa4mei!ke4zv!gary Destructive Testing Systems | we break it. | emory!kd4nc!ke4zv!gary 534 Shannon Way | Guaranteed! | gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us Lawrenceville, GA 30244 | | From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:21 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!gate.net!gate.net!not-for-mail From: jaywward@gate.net (Jay Ward) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Heath SSB Amp HA-14 Date: 25 Nov 1995 14:59:15 -0500 Organization: CyberGate, Inc. Lines: 8 Message-ID: <497sij$1l8e@hopi.gate.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: hopi.gate.net X-Newsreader: TIN [UNIX 1.3 950824BETA PL0] I was recently given a Heathkit HA-14 SSB amplifier. I have no power supply or docs. There is an HV input on the back that I assume means High Voltage and a multi pin power connector. Any body have any docs on this beastie? All help greatly appreciated. 73 Jay KE4ZOG From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:22 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.compuserve.com!news.production.compuserve.com!news From: Chris Boone <72732.2610@CompuServe.COM> Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: HELP WITH ACC 850 CONTROLLER Date: 22 Nov 1995 22:13:06 GMT Organization: ENTERGY/Gulf States Utilities Lines: 7 Message-ID: <49079i$3li$1@mhafc.production.compuserve.com> References: -- Senior Telecommunications Technician 72732.2610@CompuServe.com ENTERGY/Gulf States Utilities 1:106/4267 FIDOnet WB5ITT PG-9-5322 FCC Commercial From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:22 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.compuserve.com!news.production.compuserve.com!news From: Chris Boone <72732.2610@CompuServe.COM> Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: HELP WITH ACC 850 CONTROLLER Date: 22 Nov 1995 22:14:37 GMT Organization: ENTERGY/Gulf States Utilities Lines: 17 Message-ID: <4907cd$3li$2@mhafc.production.compuserve.com> References: Also, I am a long time ACC RC 850 owner....(still own mine V 3.8 software, last issue) and told Ed at ACC a few things he didnt know it would do.. If anyone needs help programming a RC850, I am available for questions... You can E Mail me at my CIS address below.. 73 Chris WB5ITT -- Senior Telecommunications Technician 72732.2610@CompuServe.com ENTERGY/Gulf States Utilities 1:106/4267 FIDOnet WB5ITT PG-9-5322 FCC Commercial From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:23 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.shelby.net!not-for-mail From: Joe Van Dyke Subject: HF Station For Sale Message-ID: Date: Thu, 23 Nov 1995 18:48:55 GMT X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2 (Windows; U; 32bit) MIME-Version: 1.0 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Lines: 23 I need to upgrade my computer; but the XYL says I can't spend any more unless I something....I have decided to say my HF Station listed below: Kenwood TS440S w/hd power supply/auto tuner/ ext.speaker/MC 60 desk mic/mobile cable and Bracket. in excellent condition. I purchased new... Amertron AL811 600 Watt AMP. in excellent condition I also purchased new. R-5 Vertical Antenna. in excellent condition purchased new by me. MFJ 1.5 Kwatt Tuner. in excellent condition. Total FIRM price you pay shipping $1150.00 Tel: 704-435-9503 From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:24 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!news-e1a.megaweb.com!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: gregg4111@aol.com (Gregg4111) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: I need a 2 meter radio Cheap Date: 21 Nov 1995 20:14:34 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 18 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <48tthq$k88@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: gregg4111@aol.com (Gregg4111) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com Hello there Is there anyone out there selling a 2 meter portable radio. I am looking for A somewhat nice radio. Although I am on a tight budget so if you are selling one fairly cheap that would be nice also. If possible please e-mail me back on here. Gregg4111@AOL.COM Thanks, I appreciate it.. N9UCC Gregg4111@aol.com From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:25 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!matlock.mindspring.com!usenet From: pieter.ibelings@sciatl.com (Pieter Ibelings) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: IC 706 Remote head. Date: 22 Nov 1995 14:00:47 GMT Organization: Scientific Atlanta Lines: 9 Message-ID: <48vaef$ecc@stealth.mindspring.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: wave.mindspring.com Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.2 Has anyone tried opening the IC-706 remote head? Do I need to remove the screw that is under the caution sticker? I would like to know if there are any diodes in the head that can be used to limit the vhf side of the radio. 73's Pieter Ibelings AC4OP From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:26 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!news.structured.net!nntp.teleport.com!usenet From: Daniel Calzaretta Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: IC-706 Date: 24 Nov 1995 23:33:16 GMT Organization: Pacific Crest Community School Lines: 8 Message-ID: <495kns$8h1@maureen.teleport.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ip-pdx13-29.teleport.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) I would like to get some reports from owners of the IC-706. I am trying to decide on a radio to buy. Thanks in advance, Dan From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:27 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.ecrc.de!news00.btx.dtag.de!not-for-mail From: 0803127852-0001@t-online.de (Anton HOLLAUS) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: IC-706 Diode Matrix Report. Date: 23 Nov 1995 16:19:41 GMT Organization: com-com Lines: 11 Message-ID: <4926ut$em9@news00.btx.dtag.de> References: <48na0t$hc2@firehose.mindspring.com> Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Sender: 0803127852-0001@t-online.de (Anton Hollaus) X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1I [de] (Windows; I; 16bit) To: wave@mindspring.com Re: IC-706 Diode Matrix Report. What can i do for send on Yachtband 156 MHz ? Diode D59 bring me TX to 60 MHz. vy 73 DD0YQ From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:27 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.compuserve.com!news.production.compuserve.com!news From: Chris Boone <72732.2610@CompuServe.COM> Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: IC-706: what's best 2m/6m mobile antenna? Date: 22 Nov 1995 22:17:02 GMT Organization: ENTERGY/Gulf States Utilities Lines: 13 Message-ID: <4907gu$3li$3@mhafc.production.compuserve.com> References: <30B12D23.499@aa.wl.com> A larsen or Signals 2mtr 5/8 wave antenna will also work both 6 and 2 with little problem...... on 6 it is a base loaded 1/4 wave antenna! 73 Chris WB5ITT -- Senior Telecommunications Technician 72732.2610@CompuServe.com ENTERGY/Gulf States Utilities 1:106/4267 FIDOnet WB5ITT PG-9-5322 FCC Commercial From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:28 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!info.ucla.edu!library.ucla.edu!psgrain!nntp.teleport.com!usenet From: Daniel Calzaretta Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: IC706 Date: 25 Nov 1995 17:32:59 GMT Organization: Pacific Crest Community School Lines: 7 Message-ID: <497k0b$433@maureen.teleport.com> References: <47n930$a3k$1@mhade.production.compuserve.com> <1995Nov9.181811.7781@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> <48li87$21o@trance.isys.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: ip-pdx08-52.teleport.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) Can someone tell me what a synchronous detector is and why is it good for SWLing? How does the SSB detector work for SWLing? Thanks, Dan From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:29 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.ecrc.de!news00.btx.dtag.de!not-for-mail From: 0803127852-0001@t-online.de (Anton HOLLAUS) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: IC706 Audio Date: 23 Nov 1995 16:06:56 GMT Organization: com-com Lines: 4 Message-ID: <492670$em9@news00.btx.dtag.de> References: <48hclg$sev@daily-planet.execpc.com> <48igkb$jqp@vixen.cso.uiuc.edu> <1995Nov18.041343.27426@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> <48rklo$vko@firehose.mindspring.com> Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Sender: 0803127852-0001@t-online.de (Anton Hollaus) X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1I [de] (Windows; I; 16bit) Re: IC706 Audio do you know D59 or another for more TX (RX 0-200) (TX 0-60) vy 73 From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:30 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.ecrc.de!news00.btx.dtag.de!not-for-mail From: 0803127852-0001@t-online.de (Anton HOLLAUS) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: IC706 Info Date: 23 Nov 1995 16:13:47 GMT Organization: com-com Lines: 11 Message-ID: <4926jr$em9@news00.btx.dtag.de> References: <3695323.572.25177@kcbbs.gen.nz> Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Sender: 0803127852-0001@t-online.de (Anton Hollaus) X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1I [de] (Windows; I; 16bit) To: steveg@kcbbs.gen.nz Re: IC706 Info With Diode D59 you become RX 0-200 and TX 0-60 and 144-148. Witch Diode or Break bring more TX ? vy 73 DD0YQ From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:31 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!matlock.mindspring.com!usenet From: wave@mindspring.com (Pieter Ibelings) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: IC706 one cycle tuning Date: 25 Nov 1995 22:59:07 GMT Organization: -.-. --.- -.. -..- Lines: 16 Message-ID: <49873r$1q6m@stealth.mindspring.com> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: wave.mindspring.com Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.93.11 In article , n4lq@iglou.iglou.com says... >Anytime I activate the 1 cycle tuning, the display always reads 0. >This tells me that my readout is not really showing the exact frequency >down to the last cycle rather, it gives me an uncalibrated reference >point much like a logging scale. Has anyone else noticed this? My 706 behaves the same way. This does not mean that the readout is not accurate. When the radio is in 10Hz mode, it tunes in ten hertz steps not 1Hz. Everytime you turn the 1 Hz steps on, the radio is already on a 10Hz increment and therefore the 1Hz digit is always 0. 73's AC4OP Pieter Ibelings From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:31 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!miwok!bdt.com!usenet From: Steve@wwwdesign.com Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Icom IC-W31A Date: 22 Nov 1995 23:43:48 GMT Organization: Unorganized Lines: 6 Message-ID: <490cjk$q7i@bdt.bdt.com> Reply-To: Steve@wwwdesign.com NNTP-Posting-Host: wwwdesign.com X-Rating: X X-Newsreader: News for Windows NT X1.0-73 I'm looking for any mods for the W31A, such as MARS/CAP, etc. From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:32 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!winternet.com!news.minn.net!primenet From: jhill@minn.net (John S. Hill) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: IF filters vs DSP for CW Date: Fri, 24 Nov 95 01:45:57 GMT Organization: Department of Redundancy Dept. Lines: 26 Message-ID: <4937v8$el1@bronto.minn.net> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: dialup-44.minn.net X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #4 In article , johns516@maroon.tc.umn.edu (Craig B. Johnson) wrote: >I just bought a Kenwood TS-930 and am thinking about getting the internal IF >filters for CW work. (I would probably get both 500 Hz filters.) However, I >am also looking at the specs for the DSP units that are available externally. >It appears that both approaches have the same goal, increased selectivity and >removal of noise. > >How do these two approaches compare for increased selectivity? For removing >QRM? I assume the DSP units are are better at removing QRN. True? What am >I missing. IF filters will offer selectivity before the signal is demodulated to audio. External DSP filters add selectivity to that audio. Selectivity helps eliminate the problems caused by strong adjacent signals to the frequency you are listening to. Without IF filters, the strong signal will reduce the sensitivity of your receiver. I recommend both as the DSP filter will add to the selectivity provided by the IF filters, help reduce noise and help eliminate heterodynes when you're operating SSB. If I could only have one, I'd choose the IF filter. 73, John From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:33 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!cs.utexas.edu!uunet!in1.uu.net!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: w8jitom@aol.com (W8JI Tom) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: IF filters vs DSP for CW Date: 25 Nov 1995 07:49:27 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 34 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <4973cn$s7f@newsbf02.news.aol.com> References: <492i5h$473@maw.montana.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com X-Newsreader: AOL Offline Reader In article , johns516@maroon.tc.umn.edu (Craig B. Johnson) writes: >How do these two approaches compare for increased selectivity? For removing >QRM? I assume the DSP units are are better at removing QRN. True? What >am >I missing. > >Any comparisons would be appreciated. > >73, and thanks. > >Craig, AA0ZZ (nifty new call, huh?) > > Hi Craig, The closer to the antenna, the better the filter or noise reducer works! Re selectivity, audio DSP's improve copy a large amount. But the best choice (if you operate a lot of CW ion crowded bands) is an IF filter. If you depend only on a DSP, strong close in signals will reduce the audio level of the signal you want to hear. They can also won't stop beat notes from late IF, detector, or receiver audio overloading that may cover up the desired signal even with a highly selective audio filter. The same goes for noise reduction. By the time the noise makes it through the receiver, it "appears" very similar to the desired signal in waveform. An audio DSP has a very difficult time removing noise at that point. DSP's are worthwhile, but can't make up for all receiver shortfalls. 73 Tom From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:35 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!castle.nando.net!news From: Dave Hockaday Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: IF filters vs DSP for CW Date: 25 Nov 1995 13:52:32 GMT Organization: News & Observer Public Access Lines: 29 Message-ID: <497730$gv2@castle.nando.net> References: <492i5h$473@maw.montana.com> <4973cn$s7f@newsbf02.news.aol.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: grail1519.nando.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) >>How do these two approaches compare for increased selectivity? For >removing >>QRM? I assume the DSP units are are better at removing QRN. True? >What >>am >>I missing. >> >>Any comparisons would be appreciated. >> >>73, and thanks. >> >>Craig, AA0ZZ (nifty new call, huh?) >Hi Craig, >DSP's are worthwhile, but can't make up for all receiver shortfalls. >73 Tom Hi Craig! I'll second Tom's statement. I've tried (and have) both filters. An IF filter will surpass the performance of the DSP in the selectivity department. DSP is nice for noise reduction and automatic notch action, but I've found good IF filters to be much better for improving selectivity than DSP. Just my $.02 :-) 73 de Dave WB4IUY From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:36 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!wa4mei!ke4zv!gary From: gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) Subject: Re: IF filters vs DSP for CW Message-ID: <1995Nov25.154618.9417@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> Reply-To: gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) Organization: Destructive Testing Systems References: <492i5h$473@maw.montana.com> <4973cn$s7f@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Date: Sat, 25 Nov 1995 15:46:18 GMT Lines: 55 In article <4973cn$s7f@newsbf02.news.aol.com> w8jitom@aol.com (W8JI Tom) writes: >The closer to the antenna, the better the filter or noise reducer works! > >Re selectivity, audio DSP's improve copy a large amount. But the best >choice (if you operate a lot of CW ion crowded bands) is an IF filter. If >you depend only on a DSP, strong close in signals will reduce the audio >level of the signal you want to hear. They can also won't stop beat notes >from late IF, detector, or receiver audio overloading that may cover up >the desired signal even with a highly selective audio filter. > >The same goes for noise reduction. By the time the noise makes it through >the receiver, it "appears" very similar to the desired signal in waveform. >An audio DSP has a very difficult time removing noise at that point. This latter point is a catch-22 situation. The reason noise looks "signal-like" at the detector is because of the sharp filtering in the receiver IF, which shapes the power spectral bandwidth of the noise to resemble that of the desired signal. If you don't run sharp filters in the IF, the DSP will have an easier time distinguishing signal from noise, and will do a better job "denoising" the signal. But of course you have all the other problems Tom mentions when you do that. So, if there are undesired strong signals in the passband, the best way to deal with them is with an IF filter. But if the problem is mostly noise, a wider receiver IF filter and a DSP will work better. In either event, however, the DSP will sharpen the skirts of any IF filtering which is present, and that's generally beneficial. Perhaps the most benefit from the denoising capability of the current generation DSPs is derived by a DC receiver. Since it has no IF filters, it doesn't shape the noise spectrum to resemble signal, and the DSP can much more easily remove the noise. Also, since the DC receiver has only a mixer (and perhaps one RF stage) before the DSP, it is less subject to some of the ills that a superhet suffers with nearby signals pumping or overloading the RF and IF stages, IE you can't have AGC pumping if you have no AGC, or if your AGC is audio derived and thus *includes* the DSP filter in the loop. In the latter case, you're no worse off than if you were using a superhet with a narrow IF filter as far as AGC pumping is concerned. The only real drawbacks to DC receivers with DSP is that conventional DC receivers have no image rejection, and inexpensive DSP units have only a modest dynamic range. The former problem can be attacked via phasing, as in the R2 receiver. The latter can be mitigated by use of audio derived AGC to control the receiver RF stage gain (or the attenuation of a PIN diode in the front end). The latter is probably preferred for most HF operation. Gary -- Gary Coffman KE4ZV | You make it, | gatech!wa4mei!ke4zv!gary Destructive Testing Systems | we break it. | emory!kd4nc!ke4zv!gary 534 Shannon Way | Guaranteed! | gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us Lawrenceville, GA 30244 | | From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:37 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!nntp.primenet.com!nntpdist.primenet.com!ip141.phx.primenet.com!okstein From: okstein@primenet.com (Charles Okstein) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Index Labs QRP+ vs Ten Tec Argo Date: Sat, 25 Nov 1995 11:18:12 MST Organization: Primenet Lines: 2 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: ip141.phx.primenet.com X-Newsreader: Trumpet for Windows [Version 1.0 Rev B final beta #4] has anyone had experience with these two rigs? What are some of the pros and cons of each? Thanks. From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:38 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!spool.mu.edu!agate!news.mindlink.net!van-bc!unixg.ubc.ca!rover.ucs.ualberta.ca!news From: cdorn@gpu.srv.ualberta.ca (Chris Dorn) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Info Wanted on Ten Tec 515 Date: 22 Nov 1995 04:57:25 GMT Organization: University of Alberta Lines: 8 Message-ID: <48uajl$n06@pulp.ucs.ualberta.ca> NNTP-Posting-Host: async15-8.remote.ualberta.ca Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.2 Hello, I am interested in operators' experience with the Ten Tec Argonaut 515 QRP rig. How does the rig rate in comparison to other rigs? What are the quirks, and what do they go for? I know little about QRP, so any info would be appreciated. Was there a Ten Tec amp built for this one? Thanks, Chris VE6RDC From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:38 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.scott.net!acara.snsnet.net!HiWAAY.net!imci2!newsfeed.internetmci.com!info.ucla.edu!library.ucla.edu!unixg.ubc.ca!deane.biotech.ubc.ca!rdeane From: rdeane@unixg.ubc.ca (Randy Deane) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Is ADI a good radio Date: Wed, 22 Nov 1995 08:23:04 UNDEFINED Organization: ubc Lines: 7 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: deane.biotech.ubc.ca X-Newsreader: Trumpet for Windows [Version 1.0 Rev B] Is the ADI radio as advetised in QST a good radio??? The local dealer says it's a standard clone. And is the price of $279.00 (canadian) a good price for the handheld???? 73's VE7FRF From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:39 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: w8jitom@aol.com (W8JI Tom) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: J POLE ANTENNA PLANS Date: 23 Nov 1995 06:26:04 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 41 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <491loc$jil@newsbf02.news.aol.com> References: <48t4si$in4@brokaw.comm.mot.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com X-Newsreader: AOL Offline Reader In article <48t4si$in4@brokaw.comm.mot.com>, burke_br@adcae1.comm.mot.com (Bruce Burke) writes: >You just contradicted yourself. Your last statement is true. It is >asymmetrical, or >unbalanced. If the feedpoint is asymetrical, the antenna system is. Besides, >look at it, what is symetrical, there is nothing symetrical about this >antenna. >It is an end fed half-wave, no symetry here. > > Hi Bruce, Even an asymetrical feedpoint needs a balun. A perfectly symetrical antenna can use either a voltage or current balun with good results, while most real world asymetrical antennas require a current balun. A balun is needed whenever a feedline connection to ground or some other electrical mass will disturb the currenbt distribution in the antenna. One test of this is if any electrical potential difference exists between the antenna and the other electrical mass. Taping the feedline to the shield side element does form a crude balun. The shield then leaves the area of the antenna at a low or electrically neutral point. Leaving the antenna with the feedline at other angles will result in some increase in parallel current, with straight up being the worse condition (as you mentioned).. But adding a different form of working balun will not "mess up" the antenna at all! The main pattern skewing caused by unequal current in stub conductors is in the elevation pattern of the antenna, not the pattern on the azimuth. I wouldn't expect to see a big azimuth variation unless the stub had wide conductor spacing compared to stub length. Your real world results seem to agree with my understanding of how the antenna behaves, and Moritz's theoretical explaination was also not wrong. 73 Tom From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:40 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!lamarck.sura.net!news.cc.ucf.edu!lorien!killer From: killer@lorien.creol.ucf.edu (Mr. Kijun Park) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: JST245 Mod wanted.. Date: 25 Nov 1995 08:24:33 GMT Organization: University of Central Florida Lines: 8 Message-ID: <496js1$1er@news.cc.ucf.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: lorien.creol.ucf.edu X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Hello! I am looking for mods. for the JST245 transceiver. Thanks in advance. -- Kijun Park - killer@lorien.creol.ucf.edu, http://www.creol.ucf.edu/~killer Center for Research and Education in Optics and Lasers - CREOL University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL 32826 407-658-6865(Lab), 407-658-6880(Fax), 407-382-7219(Fax) de HL2AMO k From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:41 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!news.iii.net!news From: "Thomas C. J. Sefranek" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Kenwd if-232C interface Date: 25 Nov 1995 10:02:06 GMT Organization: SRC Lines: 9 Message-ID: <496pjh$8if@news.iii.net> References: <97@kq6bc.ampr.org> NNTP-Posting-Host: wa1rhp.iii.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2N (Windows; I; 16bit) To: kq6bc@kq6bc.ampr.org Hi Fred, I have one interface kit left. If your interested, E-mail sefranek@iii.net. 73 Tom WA1RHP From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:42 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!nntp.primenet.com!nntpdist.primenet.com!usenet From: mattstr@primenet.com Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Kenwood 742A question Date: 22 Nov 1995 01:41:19 GMT Organization: Primenet Lines: 11 Message-ID: <48tv3v$lqt@nnrp3.news.primenet.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: usr1.primenet.com NNTP-Posting-User: mattstr Does anyone know how to perform the modification that lets you listen to 800 Mhz band on the 742A?? Any help would be appreciated. Thankx Mattt -- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- mattstr __ __ ____ ___ ___ ____ mattstr@primenet.com /__)/__) / / / / /_ /\ / /_ / / / \ / / / / /__ / \/ /___ /------------------------------------------------------------------------------- From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:43 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!eskimo!localhost From: wrt@eskimo.com (Bill Turner) Subject: Re: kenwood 850 to kam fsk X-Nntp-Posting-Host: tia1.eskimo.com Message-ID: Sender: news@eskimo.com (News User Id) Organization: Eskimo North (206) For-Ever X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #4 References: <48mlig$ffm@horn.wyoming.com> Date: Thu, 23 Nov 1995 13:27:28 GMT Lines: 23 In article <48mlig$ffm@horn.wyoming.com>, dbreazil@wyoming.com (Don Breazile) wrote: >I have a kenwood ts-850 comming in the mail. was wondering if anyone can >give me pointers about connecting it for fsk to the kam-plus >also any other info about the 850 that I might need to know >thanks Don ----------------------------------------------------------- I have the same setup. Just follow the factory instructions. It worked perfectly the first time. When I added a 250 Hz filter to the Kenwood I did do some tweaking of the KAM's settings for mark and space to get them exactly aligned with the '850. If you need to do that, and if you're running Hostmaster II software, be sure to set the default shift to MODEM rather than a number. Otherwise you'll lose your changes every time you exit the RTTY mode. Right now before you have the rig in hand you're probably wondering what all that means, but after a bit of playing with it, it'll come clear. Email me if you have more questions. An '850 and a KAM are a great combination...have fun! 73, Bill W7LZP wrt@eskimo.com From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:44 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.kreonet.re.kr!usenet.seri.re.kr!news.dacom.co.kr!newsfeed.internetmci.com!tir.com!news From: garyn@tir.com (Gary Newberry) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: kenwood 850 to kam fsk Date: Fri, 24 Nov 1995 07:29:16 GMT Organization: The Internet Ramp Lines: 35 Message-ID: <493rph$j2q@ramp2.lisp.com> References: <48mlig$ffm@horn.wyoming.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: an19.tir.com X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 wrt@eskimo.com (Bill Turner) wrote: >In article <48mlig$ffm@horn.wyoming.com>, > dbreazil@wyoming.com (Don Breazile) wrote: >>I have a kenwood ts-850 comming in the mail. was wondering if anyone can >>give me pointers about connecting it for fsk to the kam-plus >>also any other info about the 850 that I might need to know >>thanks Don >----------------------------------------------------------- >I have the same setup. Just follow the factory instructions. It worked >perfectly the first time. When I added a 250 Hz filter to the Kenwood I did >do some tweaking of the KAM's settings for mark and space to get them exactly >aligned with the '850. If you need to do that, and if you're running >Hostmaster II software, be sure to set the default shift to MODEM rather than >a number. Otherwise you'll lose your changes every time you exit the RTTY >mode. Right now before you have the rig in hand you're probably wondering >what all that means, but after a bit of playing with it, it'll come clear. Snip Try powereing the Kam from a different PS than the '850 , there is an occasional problem with the xmit audio being distorted when the Kam and TNC are powered by the same source. I used different supplies and never had a problem. You'll love the quiet t/r switching of the '850 Gary -- garyn@tir.com Sometimes you're the bug, Sometimes you're the windshield --------------------------------------------------------- From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:45 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.westnet.com!westnet.com!jtreilly From: jtreilly@westnet.com (Jeffrey Reilly) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Kenwood TS 50 Date: 24 Nov 1995 01:25:04 GMT Organization: WestNet Internet Services Lines: 17 Message-ID: <4936tg$j4k@mycroft.westnet.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: westnet.com X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] I am looking for a used TS50 for a club station, cheap. If you can help, please let me know. Thanks, Jeff AA2SK jtreilly@westnet.com -- From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:45 1995 Date: 20 Nov 1995 19:57:52 EDT Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.kreonet.re.kr!news.dacom.co.kr!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!cs.utexas.edu!usc!math.ohio-state.edu!news.cyberstore.ca!van-bc!io.org!reptiles.org!westonia!feline!humnet.humberc.on.ca!hduff Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment From: hduff@humnet.humberc.on.ca (Hugh Duff) Message-ID: <8169154747802@lss.humnet.humberc.on.ca> Organization: HumberNet LSS, Humber College, Canada References: <48e2li$5v6@castle.nando.net> Subject: Re: Kenwood TS-440 Computer Interface Info Needed Lines: 22 > Greetings, > I need info on the computer interface of the TS-440S... > I have the serial port level converter, but not any info on what is > needed to be added to the 440. > > I would also like to purchase a manual for the TS-440. > > Thanks, 73 N4SW > > Email = wshort@nando.net > You need an 8251 USART and a 4040 CMOS counter to go into the TS440. You can get these at most any mailorder parts outlet for well under $10 Kenwood calls this the IC-10 kit and sells it for much more. Regards..Hugh Duff VA3TO Toronto --- þ NFX v1.3 [000] From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:46 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!info.ucla.edu!ihnp4.ucsd.edu!news1.ucsd.edu!news-mail-gateway From: acubel@alfa.adinet.COM.UY (Alejandro Cubel) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Kenwood vs Alinco Date: 24 Nov 95 02:25:44 GMT Organization: ucsd usenet gateway Lines: 6 Message-ID: <199511240225.SAA20988@alfa> NNTP-Posting-Host: ucsd.edu Originator: daemon@ucsd.edu Im going to buy a new dual bander, but I need to know wich is better: Kenwood TM 733 or Alinco DR 610. I live in a city with heavy qrm, so I need a good recv performance. 73 from CX9BBL From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:47 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!athos.itribe.net!global.gc.net!bytewise!steve.hajducek Distribution: world Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Logging Program From: steve.hajducek@bytewise.org (Steve Hajducek) Message-ID: <127.5078.27@bytewise.org> Date: Thu, 23 Nov 95 09:13:00 -0820 Organization: ByteWise(tm) BBS @ 1-908-363-2760 with 4GBs On-Line! Lines: 40 -> What's the best windows-based logging program around? -> -> Where is it available? How much does it cost?? -> -> Any favorites being used?? Hi Darryl... Noticed your query and I felt compelled to give you a response. I may be slightly biased, however, and it is not even finished yet, but I want to make you aware of Cat Control Center, a.k.a. CATCC. It is windows based, it provides full control of our radio and peripheral equipments over RS-232 and printer ports, full DX-Cluster interfacing with sound blaster voice announcements and programmable alarms and a whole lot more. You can obtain an demo version from my BBS at 1-908-363-2760 or the ARRL BBS or various ftp sites, such as demon.co.uk for one. The files that you want are CATJR1D1.ZIP through CATJR1D4.ZIP, be prepared though, as zipped we are talking almost 4MB of files. The demo program only supports Yaesu and Kenmwood radios, many of the features have been reduced in scope and or range or completely removed. The demo does provide a very good idea of what the full version of the program will be light. Logging in the demo is to a simple CT .RES ascii file which you can import to your present logging program (if so supported) however the full version of CATCC provides a full logging and award tracking capability written in Visual dBASE, CATCC itself is mainly written in Visual Basic. /s/ Steve, N2CKH +----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | ByteWise(tm) BBS - On-line! since 1988 - SYSOP: Steve Hajducek N2CKH | | Public access via Node 1 at 1-908-363-2760, 2400-28.8KB 24hrs/day | | Support BBS for CATCC, CATCCjr and b_CRYPT, PC-Sig disk #1382 | | e-mail info@bytewise.org or n2ckh@bytewise.org | +----------------------------------------------------------------------+ From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:48 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!ratty.wolfe.net!usenet From: Larry Seiger Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: MFJ 901B Manual? Date: Tue, 21 Nov 1995 07:35:15 -0800 Organization: Tree Top, Inc. Lines: 6 Message-ID: <30B1F1B3.68F0@wolfenet.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: yak-ts1-p19.wolfenet.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 2.0b2a (Windows; I; 16bit) Hi all, I just bought a used MFJ 901B Versatuner and could use a copy of the manual. I will pay reasonable copy costs and postage. Thanks much & 73 KI7JL in Yakima, WA From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:49 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news1.channel1.com!wizard.pn.com!news.zeitgeist.net!news.icinet.net!news From: kharvey@goldrush.com (Ken Harvey) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Mod for Kenwood TH-42AT Date: 22 Nov 1995 23:07:18 GMT Organization: InfoNet Communications Lines: 12 Message-ID: <490af6$u8a@sneezy.icinet.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: d11.goldrush.com X-Newsreader: NeoLogic News for OS/2 [version: 4.2] Hello, Am looking for the mod for the Kenwood 440MHZ TH-42AT handheld radio. If anybody has this mod and could forward it to me at the below email address it would be greatly appreciated! ----------------------------------------------- Ken Harvey - kharvey@goldrush.com WWW - http://www.goldrush.com/~kharvey ----------------------------------------------- From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:50 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news1.cris.com!news From: tom medlin Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Moto locomotive, clean cab Date: Sat, 25 Nov 1995 16:17:54 -0800 Organization: Concentric Internet Services Lines: 14 Message-ID: <30B7B232.665F@cris.con> NNTP-Posting-Host: crc8.cris.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 2.0b3 (Win16; I) i need help obtaining information on some vhf moto radios which were donated to our amateur radio group. the following information is on the labels on the back of the radios: EA 070-2460-2 locomaotve, cleancab, dual voltage 12/72 vdc. 64/97 channels programmable, with wired in mircophone. also on the back is the moto tag which says: motorola, moddel no. mbr33cue1170ads9, serial no. 843pqe5095, rf 35 watts, fcc id no. abz9qbt3678, made in canada. in order to get these to work, we need documentation, schematics, and a way to program the freq. think this is done by pc program and thru a cable which connects into the radio. need info about the programming software, and how to get or make the cable. if anyone can help, please email me at tcmedlin@cris.com thanks for your help, tom, wa5kub . From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:50 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!news.net99.net!news.localnet.com!usenet From: fsaul (Frank Saul) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: National HRO - 7 Receiver: What's it worth ? Date: 25 Nov 1995 22:39:43 GMT Organization: home Lines: 2 Message-ID: <4985vf$atp@prometheus.localnet.com> Reply-To: fsaul@localnet.com NNTP-Posting-Host: ppp11.localnet.com X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.92.2 Have an old National HRO-7 Receiver. What might it be worth if I were to sell it? From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:51 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!bighorn.accessnv.com!usenet From: FRONTIER@accessnv.com (frontier@accessnv.com) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc, Subject: need help Date: Sat, 25 Nov 95 06:16:27 GMT Organization: accessnv.com Lines: 19 Message-ID: <496cbr$1c8_002@bighorn.accessnv.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: bighorn Keywords: Need help: Heathkit SSB Transceiver HW 100 To: all X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #3 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21686 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94673 Hi! Does anybody know, what following is worth: Heathkit SSB Transceiver Model HW-100 with Assembly Manual somebody must have modified it or so, because on the top of the large piece, there is a hole cutout and in the hole is another piece coming out. I don't know if it works, there is no Power cabel. Any help would be appreciated, or if somebody is interested in it, please make me an fair offer. Thanks Johanna frontier@accessnv.com From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:52 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!ncrgw2.ncr.com!ncrhub2!ncrcae!news From: Ted Webb Subject: Re: need info for ic-28a, mike gain pot Message-ID: Sender: news@ncrcae.ColumbiaSC.ATTGIS.COM (news) Reply-To: Ted.Webb@ClemsonSC.NCR.COM (webbte) Organization: AT&T Global Information Solutions X-Newsreader: DiscussIT 2.5.0.10 for MS Windows [AT&T Software Products Division] References: <48o8ej$55d@rouge.usl.edu> Date: Wed, 22 Nov 1995 16:29:21 GMT Lines: 25 There is a gain adjustment inside the mike itself. I had to adjust the volume/gain of the TT pad and ended up drilling out a small hole to allow gain adjustment without disassemblying the mike itself. It worked pretty good. From memory, this is the only adj inside the mike you can fiddle with so it shouldn't be any trouble to find. Hope this helps. 73, ted / AC4CS ==========Andrus James, 11/19/95========== have recieved several reports of low and muffled audio for the icom ic-28a that i operate. am looking for 1) manual source (prefered on the net) 2) the location of the mike gain and deviation pots. have opened the cover and located 2-3 that look like the ones that i need but can not tell which are the correct two. 73 j (kc5jpf - lafayette, la) From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:53 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!news.ultranet.com!usenet From: mvangel@mvangel.com (Mathew Vangel) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: NEW AEA Company WWW Page Date: 22 Nov 1995 01:15:29 GMT Organization: Mathew Vangel and Associates Lines: 2 Message-ID: <48ttjh$99v@caesar.ultra.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: 204.87.235.7 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: Text/Plain; charset=US-ASCII X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.7 http://204.87.235.3/aea From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:54 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news1!ts01-ind-23 From: mai@iquest.net (Patrick Croft) Subject: Re: old clegg and polytronic radios X-Nntp-Posting-Host: ts01-ind-23.iquest.net Message-ID: Sender: news@iquest.net (News Admin) Organization: IQuest Network Services X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #2.1 References: <497cc9$sq8@usenetp1.news.prodigy.com> Date: Sat, 25 Nov 1995 16:44:40 GMT Lines: 12 MVBC06A@prodigy.com (Ernest Lay) wrote: >hi all, >i'm looking for manuals and power cords or info on making a power cord >for an old clegg 22'er and a polytronics pc2. the plug in spot on the >back of the radios have a series of metal tabs sticking out in the shape >of a rectangle. >anyone with any info that could help, please let me know >thanks >ernie > If I recall correctly, these units used a JONES series plug/socket power connection. They are still available. If you can't find them locally, email & I'll try to point you in the right direction. GL/WB9IQI From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:55 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!news.mailorder.com!news.avatar.com!avatar.avatar.com!kory From: Kory Hamzeh Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.antennas Subject: Opinions of GAP verticals Date: Thu, 23 Nov 1995 12:09:39 -0800 Organization: Avatar Consultants, Inc. Lines: 13 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: avatar.avatar.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: TEXT/PLAIN; charset=US-ASCII I had just narrowed my choice of antennas down to a butternut or hygain vertical, when I saw the add for GAP. They make some very bold claims in there adds. I was wondering if anyone can share there experiences with the GAPs, specially compared to the butternut hf6v or the hygain dx88. I've never seens a decent vertical without radials. Both the hygain and the butternut have radials. I'm most interested in the 20,40,80 meters for DXing and 10 meters for local nets. I'm looking at the GAP TitanDX. Thanks, Kory KE6VWO From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:56 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!bloom-beacon.mit.edu!senator-bedfellow.mit.edu!candea From: candea@ATHENA.MIT.EDU (George Mihai Candea) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,alt.radio.uk,aus.radio.amateur.misc Subject: Pioneer KE-A530 question Date: 23 Nov 1995 21:31:27 GMT Organization: Massachvsetts Institvte of Technology Lines: 26 Sender: candea@mit.edu Message-ID: <492p7f$3dd@senator-bedfellow.MIT.EDU> Reply-To: candea@mit.edu NNTP-Posting-Host: the-good.mit.edu Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.misc:94630 rec.radio.cb:24593 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12754 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21656 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11710 alt.radio.uk:5043 aus.radio.amateur.misc:262 I apologize if I am posting this to the wrong newsgroup but I am in desperate need of advice. I have a Pioneer KE-A530 car radio + cassette that my friend removed from his car a while ago. I am not sure which wires go where because I don't have the manual anymore and there is no indication on the radio as to what each wire is. I would appreciate if any of you could tell how to make the connections (i.e. which is PWR, GND, speakers, etc.). The wires are in three "bunches": Bunch 1: blue black Bunch 2: green/black (2 wires) gray/black (2 wires) Bunch 3: black (this is definitely a GND -- connected to case) red (has a 0.5 Amp fuse on it and a little box) yellow orange (this must be PWR -- it has a 0.5 Amp fuse) I really appreciate your help. I reply to my personal e-mail address, as I do not read this newsgroup regularly. Thank you, From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:57 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!bloom-beacon.mit.edu!senator-bedfellow.mit.edu!candea From: candea@ATHENA.MIT.EDU (George Mihai Candea) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,alt.radio.uk,aus.radio.amateur.misc Subject: Re: Pioneer KE-A530 question Date: 23 Nov 1995 21:37:17 GMT Organization: Massachvsetts Institvte of Technology Lines: 8 Message-ID: <492pid$3fk@senator-bedfellow.MIT.EDU> References: <492p7f$3dd@senator-bedfellow.mit.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: the-good.mit.edu Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.misc:94631 rec.radio.cb:24594 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12755 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21657 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11711 alt.radio.uk:5044 aus.radio.amateur.misc:263 Sorry for the last paragraph... I meant I would appreciate if you replied to my personal e-mail address, as I do not read this newsgroup regularly. Thanks a lot, From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:58 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.packet.net!news.combase.com!imci3!news.internetMCI.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!cs.utexas.edu!news.ti.com!usenet From: fitr%mimi@magic.itg.ti.com (J.Fitter BV/N0IAT) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,alt.radio.uk,aus.radio.amateur.misc Subject: Re: Pioneer KE-A530 question Date: 24 Nov 1995 06:21:54 GMT Organization: Taipei, TAIWAN R.O.C Lines: 57 Message-ID: <493oa2$1dh@tilde.csc.ti.com> References: <492p7f$3dd@senator-bedfellow.MIT.EDU> Reply-To: joentam@transend.com.tw NNTP-Posting-Host: 137.167.36.115 Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.2 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.misc:94640 rec.radio.cb:24606 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12767 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21673 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11717 alt.radio.uk:5046 aus.radio.amateur.misc:265 In article <492p7f$3dd@senator-bedfellow.MIT.EDU>, candea@ATHENA.MIT.EDU says... > >I apologize if I am posting this to the wrong newsgroup but I am in desperate >need of advice. I have a Pioneer KE-A530 car radio + cassette that my friend >removed from his car a while ago. I am not sure which wires go where because I >don't have the manual anymore and there is no indication on the radio as to >what each wire is. I would appreciate if any of you could tell how to make the >connections (i.e. which is PWR, GND, speakers, etc.). > >The wires are in three "bunches": > > Bunch 1: blue > black > > Bunch 2: green/black (2 wires) > gray/black (2 wires) > > Bunch 3: black (this is definitely a GND -- connected to case) > red (has a 0.5 Amp fuse on it and a little box) > yellow > orange (this must be PWR -- it has a 0.5 Amp fuse) > > >I really appreciate your help. I reply to my personal e-mail address, as >I do not read this newsgroup regularly. > >Thank you, > I'll try, but dont blame me if it blows up!!!. Ok...start with bunch 3. The black wire goes to battery negative terminal, or chassis ground. The red wire with fuse holder and box (noise filter, likely) goes to ignition ACC ON. T The yellow wire is used if you want to send a signal to an auto amplifier (external power amp, subwoofer, etc) or a power up/down automatic retractable antenna. The orange wire might be to control a clock if the radio has a clock built in. Orange wire would then go to the battery and the red wire would go to the acc side of the ignition switch. Then, when you turn the car -on-, the radio works. Otherwise, when the car is off, the only power received by the stereo is on the orange wire and the only operating function is the clock. Only when the car is -on- does the radio/tape actually work. bunch 1 : blue/black...bunch 1. not sure, possibly line in for an equalizer. Bunch 2: most likely, this is left channel positive and negative (to speaker left) most likely, this is right channel positive and negative (speaker right) Without trying it, it's hard to say. Does the radio have a "fader" for front-and-back speakers, or is it only a 2 channel output (left and right but no front and back)??? Keep your posts here...someone can probably help ya. -- 73 from Joe BV2/N0IAT Taipei, Taiwan R.O.C. Ex. 7J1AOF(Japan) KA0ZDH(novice) YU3/N0IAT(Slovenia) Licensed Radio Amateur since 1986 //comments are mine only From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:47:59 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!demon!spacemen.demon.co.uk!davidj From: David Atkins Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,alt.radio.uk,aus.radio.amateur.misc Subject: Re: Pioneer KE-A530 question Date: Fri, 24 Nov 1995 18:33:19 +0000 Organization: Space Planning Consultants Lines: 16 Distribution: world Message-ID: <6BQ9jAAv$gtwEw32@spacemen.demon.co.uk> References: <492p7f$3dd@senator-bedfellow.MIT.EDU> NNTP-Posting-Host: spacemen.demon.co.uk X-NNTP-Posting-Host: spacemen.demon.co.uk MIME-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: Turnpike Version 1.09 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.misc:94720 rec.radio.cb:24643 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12792 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21718 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11734 alt.radio.uk:5057 aus.radio.amateur.misc:270 In article <492p7f$3dd@senator-bedfellow.MIT.EDU>, George Mihai Candea writes >I apologize if I am posting this to the wrong newsgroup but I am in desperate >need of advice. I have a Pioneer KE-A530 car radio + cassette that my friend >removed from his car a while ago. I am not sure which wires go where because I >don't have the manual anymore and there is no indication on the radio as to >what each wire is. I would appreciate if any of you could tell how to make the >connections (i.e. which is PWR, GND, speakers, etc.). > yeah, some bugger nicked the one from my car, too! -- David Atkins |Office Space is a vital part Ergonomist |of your Business Strategy From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:01 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!shore!northshore.shore.net!not-for-mail From: mc@shore.net (Michael Crestohl) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc Subject: PRODUCT REVIEW: PALOMAR ENGINEERS' TUNER TUNER Date: 24 Nov 1995 15:51:36 -0500 Organization: North Shore Access; a service of Eco Software, Inc. Lines: 49 Message-ID: <495b8o$at6@northshore.shore.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: northshore.ecosoft.com Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21680 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94651 PRODUCT REVIEW: PALOMAR ENGINEERS' TUNER TUNER The Tuner Tuner does just that - allows you to adjust your antenna coupler to a given frequency without using your transmitter. This is particularly important for those using solid-state finals that are not particularly forgiving if they don't see close to 50 Ohm impedance. Not to mention cuttingdown on the QRM! The Tuner Tuner is easy to install - simply put it in line between your transciever and antenna transmatch. Install a 9V battery and you re done. To use, tune your receiver to the desired frequency, and switch the Tuner Tuner to TUNE. Adjust your antenna tuner for a null in the noise from the receiver and your antenna is tuned to match the transmitter on that frequency. Make sure to turn the Tuner Tuner OFF (or you'll risk putting R F into it). Its that simple! If you do forget to turn the Tuner Tuner off you will blow the internal fuse (and a spare is provided!) but otherwise the instrument will be unharmed. When I first saw this accessory in the Palomar catalog I wondered why anyone would want one. I thought I could use the Palomar R-X Noise Bridge to accomplish the same task, ie: preset my antenna matching unit to different bands and frequencies and note the settings for future reference. What I hadn't taken into account is the fact that the antenna impedance would vary at a given frequency under different conditions, like ice. The tuner tuner was designed to be left in line and switched on as needed. The Tuner Tuner is well constructed of quality materials and is a worthwhile adjunct to any antenna tuner system. %T Tuner Tuner %A Palomar Engineers, %I PO Box 462222, Escondido CA 92046 %C (619) 747-3343 %D Model PT-340 %O $99.95 + $6.00 S&H (C) 1995 Michael Crestohl KH6KD/W1 Nahant Massachusetts USA mc@shore.net DISCLAIMER: I have no interest, financial or otherwise, in the success or failure of the book or materials reviewed herewith, nor have I received any compensation (other than a review copy requested by me) from anyone who has. All opinions expressed are strictly my own. Other Internet and Aviation book/software reviews by me can be obtained by anonymous FTP from: x2ftp.oulu.fi in the /pub/books/crestohl directory. From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:02 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.cuny.edu!koelg From: Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc Subject: Re: PRODUCT REVIEW: PALOMAR ENGINEERS' TUNER TUNER Date: Sat, 25 Nov 1995 10:22:55 EST Organization: City University of New York/University Computer Center Lines: 5 Message-ID: <95329.102255KOELG@CUNYVM.CUNY.EDU> References: <495b8o$at6@northshore.shore.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: cunyvm.cuny.edu Disclaimer: Author bears full responsibility for this post Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21701 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94690 Just a quick note on noise-generating matching devices..while they work well I have found them to be useless on an active band. The noise level is often well below the ambient signals and noise, so you can't hear well enough to find the null. It works well on a quiet band, but don't expect it to be too helpful i n the midst of working a rare on. From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:03 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!uwm.edu!lll-winken.llnl.gov!decwrl!pagesat.net!a3bsrv.nai.net!mgate.arrl.org!mgate.arrl.org!not-for-mail From: mtracy@mgate.arrl.org (Mike Tracy) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc Subject: Re: PRODUCT REVIEW: PALOMAR ENGINEERS' TUNER TUNER Followup-To: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc Date: 25 Nov 1995 10:15:17 -0500 Organization: American Radio Relay League Lines: 12 Message-ID: <497bu5$2kd@mgate.arrl.org> References: <495b8o$at6@northshore.shore.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: mgate.arrl.org X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21703 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94691 Michael Crestohl (mc@shore.net) wrote: : PRODUCT REVIEW: PALOMAR ENGINEERS' TUNER TUNER : frequency. Make sure to turn the Tuner Tuner OFF (or you'll risk putting : R F into it). Its that simple! If you do forget to turn the Tuner Tuner : off you will blow the internal fuse (and a spare is provided!) but otherwise : the instrument will be unharmed. Michael, et. al. - Just be sure you don't blow the fuse more than once! The rating is 1/100th amp, which is very hard to find! 73 de Michael, KC1SX From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:04 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!southwind.net!usenet From: nomer@southwind.net (steve nomer) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc Subject: Re: PRODUCT REVIEW: PALOMAR ENGINEERS' TUNER TUNER Date: Sat, 25 Nov 1995 23:31:38 -0600 Organization: SouthWind Internet Access, Inc. Lines: 22 Message-ID: <6u/twEqQFI6Y083yn@southwind.net> References: <495b8o$at6@northshore.shore.net> <497bu5$2kd@mgate.arrl.org> Reply-To: nomer@southwind.net NNTP-Posting-Host: onyx.southwind.net Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21725 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94725 In article <497bu5$2kd@mgate.arrl.org>, mtracy@mgate.arrl.org (Mike Tracy) wrote: >Michael Crestohl (mc@shore.net) wrote: >: PRODUCT REVIEW: PALOMAR ENGINEERS' TUNER TUNER > >: frequency. Make sure to turn the Tuner Tuner OFF (or you'll risk putting >: R F into it). Its that simple! If you do forget to turn the Tuner Tuner >: off you will blow the internal fuse (and a spare is provided!) but otherwise >: the instrument will be unharmed. > >Michael, et. al. - Just be sure you don't blow the fuse more than once! The >rating is 1/100th amp, which is very hard to find! > >73 de Michael, KC1SX In fact, I have yet to find a source for one of these fuses. Can anybody tell me where I can find one? Steve -- From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:05 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netcom.com!wayne From: wayne@netcom.com (wayne t. watson) Subject: Re: Radio with Taping at Selected Times? Message-ID: Organization: NETCOM On-line Communication Services (408 261-4700 guest) X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL1] References: Date: Sat, 25 Nov 1995 15:03:49 GMT Lines: 16 Sender: wayne@netcom11.netcom.com With respect to my original posting, I've had a couple of responses that get me close to an ideal. There are at least two receivers: Sony SW-55 for about $350 with output to a separate recorder, and a Sangean, sorry I don't have the number available, with a built in recorder for about $200. I wonder if it might be possible to modify a VCR to something along the lines I originally described? That is, use the timer to turn on an AM/FM radio that has a tape recorder, and removed any connection to the VCR's recorder. Of course, the radio would be set for only one station. My current solution was to buy a cheap AM/FM radio with recorder, and a Radio Shack digital appliance timer. -- Wayne Watson wayne@netcom.com (415) 969-4233 Mountain View, CA From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:06 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!nntp-hub2.barrnet.net!news.Stanford.EDU!newshub.internex.net!news.internex.net!usenet From: recurry@insighttec.com (Ronald E. Curry) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Ramsey PA20 preamp bypass mod? Date: Sun, 26 Nov 1995 07:25:22 GMT Organization: InterNex Information Services 1-800-595-3333 Lines: 11 Message-ID: <4994mf$oc1@voyager.Internex.NET> NNTP-Posting-Host: yankee.insighttec.com X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Can anyone help with the details of disabling the PA20 preamp. I don't have schematics for this and the preamp appears to be not to good. Thanks, Ron Curry KE6WED Ron Curry KE6WED recurry@insighttec.com recurry@inside.intel.com From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:07 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!hermes.is.co.za!news.pix.za!usenet From: Danie Brynard Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: re ic475 wanted Date: 23 Nov 1995 07:01:08 GMT Organization: PiX - Proxima information X-change Lines: 13 Message-ID: <49167k$pe@hawk.pix.za> NNTP-Posting-Host: net-6.pta.pix.za Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) I am looking for an IC475 70cm all mode rig. __________________________________ Danie Brynard (ZS6AWK) PO BOX 15133 Centurion 0140 South Africa Email: danie.brynard@pixie.co.za Tel/Fax: 2712-6640330 __________________________________ From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:08 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news1.cris.com!NewsWatcher!user From: ko6ec@cris.com (Frank Berghuis) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Receiver problem Icom 737 Date: Thu, 23 Nov 1995 20:51:29 +0000 Organization: Concentric Internet Services Lines: 12 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: crc2-fddi.cris.com X-Newsreader: Value-Added NewsWatcher 2.0b27.1+ I have a 2 year old Icom 737 that has developed an odd problem. The receiver now needs time to "warm up." Example: I power up the radio and get only silence from 14.000 to about 14.080. Gradually, over the next few minutes, this silence covers less and less. After about 10 minutes, I can listen to the whole band. The same appears true in other bands (for example 28 Mhz, 21 Mhz and 7 Mhz). The portion of the band effected is the same on all bands. That is, if I hear silence from 14.000 to 14.055, at that same time I get silence from 21.000 to 21.055. Any thoughts? How serious? One person told me to get a service manual and make a minor PLL adjustment. Thanks for the help. Frank, KO6EC From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:08 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!panix!not-for-mail From: reinerp@panix.com (Peter Reiner) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: rechargable alkalines- comments wanted Date: 25 Nov 1995 08:56:31 -0500 Organization: PANIX Public Access Internet and UNIX, NYC Lines: 2 Message-ID: <4977af$1qd@panix2.panix.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: panix2.panix.com X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] How do the new "millenium" rechargable alkalines compare with nicads in terms of power output and life? From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:09 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!rob.inetdirect.net!usenet From: "Jeffrey L. Bowman, MD" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: RF interference in Ford Explorer Date: Sat, 25 Nov 1995 10:03:23 -0500 Organization: Ventures Research Lines: 14 Message-ID: <30B7303B.1EB1@inetdirect.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: p17-term1.inetdirect.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 2.0b2 (Windows; I; 32bit) Does any one know of the remedy for RF interference in the Ford Explorer? I seem to recall a blurb about the source (fuel pump, I think) a while back. For some reason, there is wideband electrical RF noise generated that de-senses and interferes with normal VHF and UHF mobile operations. If you have any info please drop me a note.... Regards, Jeffrey jlbowman@inetdirect.net jffryaa9gp@aol.com From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:10 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!news.maui.net!usenet From: satoshi@maui.net Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: RS HTX-212 = MTX-146? Date: 23 Nov 1995 11:57:24 GMT Organization: Maui Net Lines: 12 Message-ID: <491nj6$dm4@makai.maui.net> Reply-To: satoshi@maui.net NNTP-Posting-Host: maui38.maui.net X-Newsreader: IBM NewsReader/2 v1.2.5 Hi everyone, I took off the cover to my Radio Shack HTX-212 and noticed that the board calls itself MTX-146. Also noticed (c) 1994, when this model is new for 4Q '95. Does this mean another label sells the same unit as MTX-146? (Looks similar to Kenwood TM-241, but a few differences.) Does anyone know who? Are mods avail? 73, de WH6CTO From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:11 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news1.sunbelt.net!dial-8 From: CRobbins@SunBelt.Net Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Saber info wanted, please. Date: Tue, 21 Nov 95 23:59:24 GMT Organization: sunbelt.net Lines: 40 Message-ID: <48tp9d$3u6@news1.sunbelt.net> References: <1995Nov19.095625.7892@lafn.org> NNTP-Posting-Host: dial-8.t1.nchgpt.sunbelt.net X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #4 In article <1995Nov19.095625.7892@lafn.org>, ab910@lafn.org (M. Davies) wrote: > > >Hi all. Well I just go a Saber III in as-new condition for $750. >Great! > > Now that I have the unit I need to know what those icons in the display >mean and how best to set the programing EEPROM options. My first idea was >to check out the Internet for an FAQ on the Saber due to the large number >of hams using them. I have no manual so anything would help. Since >radio success stories are a hams main topic of debate, I thought my >search a logical one. > > Nope. I was wrong. There's nothing on the tech. aspect of the Saber on >the net that I could find. Just ad's. I have no idea what all those used >radios like mine are being used for without the right programing info. >Door stops maybe. > > I do have access to a program and R.I.B. > > > > > > > > Thanks very much > > > Matt Davies Matt, Not sure if you want to know how to program it or how to operate it.... You can get a manual for 10-20 buck or so.... They're not near as bad as a System saber, but then again, I guess it's waht you ware used to/ CARL> > > > From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:12 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!agis!news2.net99.net!news.cais.net!news.qnet.com!usenet From: Bob Scott Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Sinclair SC-110 Scope Date: 22 Nov 1995 00:19:36 GMT Organization: Quantum Networking Solutions; Virginia, USA; info@qnet.com Lines: 11 Message-ID: <48tqap$1q2@ukelele.qnet.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: dialup27.wdbg.va.qnet.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.12(Macintosh; I; 68K) X-URL: news:rec.radio.amateur.equipment I have a Sinclair SC-110 oscilloscope that is in need of a power supply and case. If you have an SC-110 for sale, I would be interested. If you have a junker for sale, I would also be interested. If you have a power supply for sale or can provide me with the specs so that I can find a Radio Shack substitute, I would be interested. Any help that can be provided would be appreciated. Thanks. Bob AC4QO bob_scott@qnet.com or Bob_Scott@cpqm.saic.com From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:13 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.icon.net!usenet From: Steve Sampson Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space Subject: Re: Societies Unwashed: The sin and the apology Date: 23 Nov 1995 15:14:03 GMT Organization: (ICON) InterConnect Online, Inc. Lines: 11 Message-ID: <49233r$ke@news.icon.net> References: <48vn5a$f2g@umbra.unr.edu> <4908rk$ir4@alterdial.UU.NET> NNTP-Posting-Host: okc123.icon.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.12 (X11; I; Linux 1.2.13 i486) X-URL: news:4908rk$ir4@alterdial.UU.NET Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17288 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12758 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21662 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11715 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94635 rec.radio.amateur.policy:32001 rec.radio.amateur.space:5812 I used to be shocked when my private electronic mail was published. About as shocked as my love letters being printed in a book. I find there are no morals in America, and no self discipline. Only a scum would resort to publishing a private letter. I used to put a little line in my signature that said PRIVATE, but then the scum just erased that part. I'm glad you identified the scum who published your private mail. Said scum should be banished from the net. Write his postmaster. From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:14 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.kreonet.re.kr!news.dacom.co.kr!newsfeed.internetmci.com!ncar!ra.cgd.ucar.edu!tomas From: tomas@ra.cgd.ucar.edu (Bob Tomas) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: source for cw filter for ts-520s Date: 22 Nov 1995 04:30:19 GMT Organization: Climate and Global Dynamics Division/NCAR, Boulder, CO Lines: 5 Message-ID: <48u90r$gm3@ncar.ucar.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: ra.cgd.ucar.edu Can anyone point me to a source that might have a cw filter for a ts-520s for sale. bob n7nd From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:15 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.swap Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.kreonet.re.kr!news.dacom.co.kr!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!ncrgw2.ncr.com!ncrhub6!daynews!ranger!cn2935.DaytonOH.attgis.COM!john.ackermann From: john.ackermann@daytonOH.ncr.com (John Ackermann) Subject: Source for Systron-Donner Manuals? X-Nntp-Posting-Host: cn2935.daytonoh.attgis.com Message-ID: Lines: 20 Sender: news@ranger.daytonoh.attgis.com (News Administrative Login) Organization: AT&T Global Information Solutions X-Newsreader: Trumpet for Windows [Version 1.0 Rev Final Beta #7] Date: Wed, 22 Nov 1995 08:43:43 GMT Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21631 rec.radio.swap:51461 I have a Systron-Donner model 8155 "Synchronized Timecode Generator" that needs some work. I'm trying to find a manual for it. I called an old number for S-D, but it's disconnected. I tried Manuals Plus, but Jack didn't have anything. Before I call Tucker (who usually get $50 a pop for manuals), anyone know of any other sources for a manual for this thing? Short of a manual, info about this unit from anyone who's familiar with it would be appreciated. What does it synchronize to? (If I can get it working, I'll be driving it with a rubidium freq standard, and using GPS to get the second tick lined up.) Thanks... John Ackermann AG9V john.ackermann@daytonOH.attgis.com PS -- replies by email appreciated; our news expires pretty quickly and replies to the newsgroups may be gone by the end of the long weekend. From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:15 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!wave.news.pipex.net!pipex!dish.news.pipex.net!pipex!lade.news.pipex.net!pipex!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.kreonet.re.kr!news.dacom.co.kr!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news-feed.mci.newscorp.com!uunet!in2.uu.net!iglou!n4lq From: n4lq@iglou.iglou.com (Steve Ellington) Subject: Re: speakers X-Nntp-Posting-Host: iglou.iglou.com Message-ID: Sender: news@iglou.com (News Administrator) Organization: IgLou Internet Services (1-800-436-4456) X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] References: <48aue8$5s6@shaar.nnc.edu> <48luad$bct@alpha.sky.net> Date: Wed, 22 Nov 1995 14:02:55 GMT Lines: 14 I am not sure what this is about but the below statement is a bit misleading. Heavy speakers usually require more driveing power. For communications recievers with low audio power output, you want a very efficient speaker with a small magnet. Bud Burr (mburr@sky.net) wrote: : Buy 'em by the pound..... Usually the heaver they are (magnet weight) : the better they are. : : Bud................ -- Steve Ellington N4LQ@IGLOU.COM Louisville, Ky From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:16 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!usc!chi-news.cic.net!io.org!van-bc!news.mindlink.net!uniserve!fonorola!Rezonet.net!Vir.com!usenet From: gauger@vir.com (Gilles Auger) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Standard C5718DA Date: Sat, 25 Nov 1995 22:55:09 GMT Organization: Communications Vir, Internet Access Montreal. Lines: 40 Message-ID: <498aae$pkd@Vir.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ipdyne19.vir.com Need infos: Standard C5718DA I am planning to buy a Dual-Band mobile transceiver STANDARD C5718DA in a near future. I would like to know some informations about this rig: - Could it be modified for extended RX coverage and what is the modification to do so? - Is there a product review for this radio in a magazine ? - Is it possible to connect an external speaker ? Please send your reply to: Daniel VE2BAP@VE2CSC.#MTL.PQ.CAN.NA Internet: quinty@ps.telecom.hydro.qc.ca Thanking you in advance, 73rs Daniel VE2BAP, Montreal, Quebec, Canada From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:17 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!simtel!oleane!in2p3.fr!univ-lyon1.fr!jussieu.fr!rain.fr!world-net!client137.sct.fr!user From: desman@world-net.sct.fr Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Standard 568A recovery? Date: 22 Nov 1995 21:35:09 GMT Organization: World-Net information exchange, Internet provider. Lines: 21 Message-ID: References: <30B10FA3@SmtpGate.Oen1.Oen.Siemens.De> NNTP-Posting-Host: client137.sct.fr In article (Dans l'article) <30B10FA3@SmtpGate.Oen1.Oen.Siemens.De>, guenter.koellner@oen.siemens.DE (Koellner, Guenter) wrote (écrivait) : > Hello there, > > I also own a Standard C568. I also own the service manual. I am very > satisfied with the radio. > > Receiver is wide on all bands. Its able to scan the (european only?) > 930-932-phone-area. RX sensitivity on 23cm is also good. > > For 23cm I use a power amp designed for a packet radio interlink tranceiver, > it boosts up to 15W and is easy to be built. > > vy 73, Guenter, DL4MEA@DB0KCP.#BAY.DEU.EU (AX.25) > KOELLNER@SCN.DE (Internet) > HTTP://WWW.SCN.DE/~KOELLNER (WWW) > UO-22, KO-23 & KO-25 (Pacsats) Where have you buy your Standard. Can you give me the adress, i want to buy some accesssory for my C5608D From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:18 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.ecrc.de!news.mch.sni.de!news.sbs.de!news.scn.de!news From: Guenter Koellner Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Standard 568A recovery? Date: Fri, 24 Nov 1995 10:22:21 -0800 Organization: Siemens AG, TN EM A 33 Lines: 10 Message-ID: <30B60D5D.246D@SCN.DE> References: <30B10FA3@SmtpGate.Oen1.Oen.Siemens.De> NNTP-Posting-Host: 218.20.20.14 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 2.0b2 (Windows; I; 16bit) To: desman@world-net.sct.fr hello, I bought my radio with help of a friend in USA. Its about $100 cheaper than buying in Germany. But you can buy it in Germany now too, price is about DM 1100,- -- vy 73, Guenter, DL4MEA@DB0KCP.#BAY.DEU.EU (AX.25) KOELLNER@SCN.DE (Internet) HTTP://WWW.SCN.DE/~KOELLNER (WWW) From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:20 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!ssi.syspac.com!usenet From: dnorris@k7no.com Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Suggestions for 2m mag-mount antenna Date: Tue, 21 Nov 1995 03:45:29 GMT Organization: Systems Solutions Inc. Lines: 45 Message-ID: <48rhs9$hgc@ssi.syspac.com> References: <48l9mb$d9l@daily-planet.execpc.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: dnorris.syspac.com X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 wdr@world.std.com wrote: >Thomas Brockdorf wrote: >> lube@accessone.com (Michael D. Lubrecht) wrote: >> >I just bought my first ham unit, an Icom W31A, and would now like to hook >> >up a mag mount antenna on my truck for mobile operation. ... > ^^^^^ snip >I took exactly this sort of advice from my ELMER who drives nice low cars. >You may like me decide you need both. >If this truck is a TRUCK, check the clearances of bridges & parkway >warnings before committing to having ONLY a 5/8wave. It's much easier to >flip a mag-mount with a 5/8-wave lever arm than with a 1/4 wave lever arm. >(2m*40in/m*5/8 = 50" whip) + coil + magnet + truck = tall. >My van stands stands 6'0" tall fully inflated and can squeeze into most >parking garages, and since it has windows & extra seats has passenger >plates is allowed on the local car-only parkways which have 10' limits >and 9'6" giraffe catchers on the ramps. However, those lowest giraffe >catchers clean my clock every time with the 5/8 wave, although the >bridge-tickler doesn't actually strike any bridges. If the 5/8 had a >shorter loading coil, it might just barely fit, but ... I think I'll be >getting an MFJ or R/S 1/4 wave for city driving and tuck the 5/8 wave >in the back for use out in the boonies when I need the gain. I just purchased a Ford Explorer and am looking into installing my FT5200 and DX70T. I have a mag mount but it will definately be a tree trimmer. Also, I park in a ramp garage at my office bldg. Not a real bunch of choices. Therefore, I decided to forego the underground parking and give up my garage here at home and use the mag. But, I can tip it when I DO want to park inside. As to the DX70T, I am gonna 'gasp' _DRILL_ a hole in the side (against the XYL wishes) and mount the Hustler mast on a ball mount. What the heck, the Explorer is for off road and will get scratches anyway. GL DX....Dean From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:21 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!mnemosyne.cs.du.edu!hermes.cair.du.edu!mercury.cair.du.edu!not-for-mail From: awinterb@du.edu (Art Winterbauer) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Swap xtals for Regency HR-2A 2-meter txcvr Date: 24 Nov 1995 21:04:24 -0700 Organization: University of Denver Lines: 56 Distribution: usa Message-ID: <4964k8$h5l@mercury.cair.du.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: mercury.cair.du.edu Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Will buy/swap HC-25U crystals for Regency 2-meter transceiver, model HR-2A. WANT (buy or swap) XTAL_FREQ TYPE ACTUAL FQ --------- ---- --------- 146.445 TX 6.101875 MHZ 146.445 RX 45.24833 MHZ 147.225 RX 45.50833 MHZ 147.825 TX 6.159375 MHZ 146.64 RX 45.31333 MHZ 146.04 TX 6.085000 MHZ HAVE (sell or swap) XTAL_FREQ TYPE ACTUAL FQ --------- ---- --------- 146.910 R 45.40333 146.310 T 6.09625 148.34 T 6.18083 146.78 R 45.36000 146.85 R 45.38333 146.88 T 6.12000 146.88 R 45.39333 145.010 T 6.04208 145.010 R 44.77000 Specifications: RX XTALS: Freq. tolerance of .001% 3rd overtone Series resonance of 250 Hz Max. equivalent series resistance of 35 ohms Drive level of 2 MW Holder HC-25/U TX XTALS: Freq. tolerance of .001% @ 25 deg. C, .0015% from -10 to +60 deg. C Fundamental mode Load capacity of 32 pf Max. series resistance of 40 ohms Drive level of 2 MW Holder HC-25/U Art N0OQS awinterb@du.edu -- Art awinterb@du.edu OR awinterb@diana.cair.du.edu From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:22 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!van-bc!news.mindlink.net!uniserve!usenet From: rthomas@haven.uniserve.com (Richard Thomas) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Wanted Mod for Icom 275H Date: Thu, 23 Nov 1995 22:17:23 GMT Organization: UNIServe Online Lines: 2 Distribution: world Message-ID: <492s95$3ee@atlas.uniserve.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: pm5-17.tvs.net X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Need mod for icom275h From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:22 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!matlock.mindspring.com!usenet From: wave@mindspring.com (Pieter Ibelings) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Wanted Mod for Icom 275H Date: 24 Nov 1995 15:43:07 GMT Organization: -.-. --.- -.. -..- Lines: 10 Distribution: world Message-ID: <494p6b$1id0@stealth.mindspring.com> References: <492s95$3ee@atlas.uniserve.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: wave.mindspring.com Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.93.11 In article <492s95$3ee@atlas.uniserve.com>, rthomas@haven.uniserve.com says... > >Need mod for icom275h > I used to have the same radio in the A version and there is no mod available. The radio already does what it is capable of. 73's AC4OP From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:23 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: jsraskin@ix.netcom.com (Jeffrey S. Raskin ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Wanted: Yaesu FT-109RH Date: 25 Nov 1995 11:08:30 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 4 Message-ID: <496tfe$i72@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-ont5-27.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Sat Nov 25 3:08:30 AM PST 1995 I'm looking for one, please let me know if you have one for sale. Thanks. JR From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:24 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!elroy.jpl.nasa.gov!lll-winken.llnl.gov!decwrl!pagesat.net!aplatform.com!aplatform.com!not-for-mail From: steve@aplatform.com (Steve Scruggs) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Wanted: Yaesu FT-470 owners manual Date: 25 Nov 1995 23:51:48 -0800 Organization: APlatform an Internet Site Lines: 8 Message-ID: <4996ak$p97@aplatform.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: aplatform.com X-Newsreader: TIN [UNIX 1.3 950824BETA PL0] I just came into a Yaesu FT-470 but the prior owner had lost the owners manual. Does anyone out there have one that I could copy? -- steve@aplatform.com CI$: 102262,166 "Stupid bug!! You go squish now!!" -Homer Simpson From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:25 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!cs.utexas.edu!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: robert-s@ix.netcom.com (Robert I Sinclair ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap Subject: Re: What is SPAM??? Date: 23 Nov 1995 10:55:04 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 7 Message-ID: <491ju8$atm@ixnews2.ix.netcom.com> References: <48lekf$b9k@detroit.freenet.org> <48rbap$2um@maureen.teleport.com> <4918ao$2hl@helios.intranet.gr> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-sac4-26.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Thu Nov 23 2:55:04 AM PST 1995 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17280 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12752 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21652 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11708 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94620 rec.radio.amateur.policy:31997 rec.radio.amateur.space:5809 rec.radio.cb:24591 rec.radio.noncomm:5009 rec.radio.scanner:41003 rec.radio.swap:51488 Yes it is canned meat, yes it is spread on things and yes it is usually scorned! Spamming is a term for placing a message in many different groups on the net typically refering to advertising. From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:27 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!newsjunkie.ans.net!Rezonet.net!news0.accent.net!usenet From: emdx@accent.net (Marc Dufour) Newsgroups: rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap,rec.roller-coaster,rec.running,rec.scouting,rec.scuba,rec.skiing.alpine Subject: Re: What some think about sexy hams Date: Sun, 26 Nov 1995 02:36:38 GMT Organization: Is there really one? Lines: 27 Message-ID: <498k6u$5ee@news0.accent.net> References: <309FBFAE.6F6A@hawaii.edu> <47uhb8$dfq@odo.PEAK.ORG> <481qu5$imv@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> <4825g6$k1h@alterdial.UU.NET> <487hjv$19c@mdsroc.com> <48be57$e6p@ornews.intel.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ppp-372.accent.net X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Xref: news.epix.net rec.puzzles:52368 rec.puzzles.crosswords:4642 rec.pyrotechnics:37976 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17322 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12793 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21719 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:11737 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94721 rec.radio.amateur.policy:32035 rec.radio.amateur.space:5822 rec.radio.cb:24644 rec.radio.noncomm:5015 rec.radio.scanner:41104 rec.radio.shortwave:66493 rec.radio.swap:51624 rec.roller-coaster:23316 rec.running:45726 rec.scouting:38019 rec.scuba:81118 rec.skiing.alpine:33729 ============================================================== dmwelch@ornews.intel.com (Don Welch) écrivit le - wrote on 14 Nov 1995 17:01:27 -0800: -------------------------------------------------------------- >jimc@mdsroc.com (Jim Clarke) writes: >>I've only been an amateur radio operator for 18 years and I would have to >(snip) >>Don't let the bad apples spoil the excitement that can be found in amateur >>radio, there is something there for everyone (wives/girlfriends too). >Speaking of HAM radios, could this group help me out? Every time I go and >dive with my radio set, the fuse blows. What's the trick here? It could have something to do with your set antenna's SWR. What does the S-meter says just before the fuse blows? -----------------Pour la République Française du Québec----------------- In a Republic, society should be like school, whose prime mission is to teach citizens how to judge for themselves by their own natural light. In a democracy, it is school that must look like society, and it's prime mission is solely to produce people adapted to the job market. Régis Debray in "Are you a democrat or a republican?" - Marc Dufour -- [\]ACUC 6 31874 & TDI -- http: will soon be relocated - From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:29 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!gatech!newsfeed.internetmci.com!solaris.cc.vt.edu!newsrelay.netins.net!news.netins.net!usenet From: crcarlson@netins.net Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.antenna Subject: Re: Which HF Vertical Date: 23 Nov 1995 01:45:52 GMT Organization: INS Information Services, Des Moines, IA USA Lines: 41 Message-ID: <00999C9B.B70996D1@netins.net> References: Reply-To: crcarlson@netins.net NNTP-Posting-Host: ins.netins.net Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21634 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17268 In article , Kory Hamzeh writes: > >Hi Everyone, > >I'm looking for a good HF vertical for DXing. I need 10M, 20M, and 40M. >80M would be great, but not mandatory. I've looked at the Cushcraft, >Butternut, Hygain, Hustler. I would like to hear about your experiences >with these antennas, how much power you where running. what band and what >contacts where made. > >I know verticals are less than ideal for DXing, but nothing else is >possible right now. > >Thanks, >Kory >KE6VWO > Here's my two cents worth Kory. I have run verticals since I got my license back in '71 and they are not as bad as everyone would have you believe. (You know the old joke: a vertical is an antenna that radiates equally poorly in all directions.) I, and a lot of other hams have had good luck with verticals. Properly installed they can have low angle of radiation which is good for DX. Mulitband verticals have the advantage of several bands on one coax. And no kidding, I have worked DX stations that some of my buddies didn't because I didn't have to adjust a rotor for a beam. (On the other hand they have beat me out of quite a few more.)The real question for anyone who is gonna use a vertical is: can you really get a lot of radials out? If you look at the ARRL antenna book and others you see that for a ground mounted vertical to be reasonably effecient you have to put out a BUNCH of radials. I'm talking like 120 of them. Less radials and the effeciency of the antenna drops considerably. You have other options. One is mount the vertical up off the ground. This is what I did when I lived in North Dakota. I had a 14 AVQ up on the roof with about three or four radials per band and it worked very well. Ran a lot of QRP with it. You can also mount shorter verticals i.e. 10-20 meters as vertical dipoles. Especially on ten meters this is very do-able. Just build a 10 meter dipole out of some kind of metal and stand it on it's side. If you don't want to put out a gazillion radials for efficiency get a vertical with an elevated feed point. This is where antennas like the GAP make sense. With a GAP and 3 watts I worked a UA on twenty meters just a couple of years ago, after the solar peak. But they aren't perfect either. On 80 mine is pretty poor. Anyway go out and experiment with your vertical ideas. I always like to have one as a back up to whatever else I am using. Good luck. de WB0FDJ From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:30 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.cirrus.com!bug.rahul.net!a2i!olivea!spool.mu.edu!howland.reston.ans.net!news-e1a.megaweb.com!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: w8jitom@aol.com (W8JI Tom) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Which HF Vertical Date: 23 Nov 1995 23:01:14 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 9 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <493g2a$383@newsbf02.news.aol.com> References: <00999C9B.B70996D1@netins.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com X-Newsreader: AOL Offline Reader My two cents worth..... You can bet that ANY and all no-radial verticals will not work as well as systems with even a modest radial system. Keep that in mind, the "no free lunch" tale really applies well to this one. 73 Tom From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:31 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.ramlink.net!news From: subich@ramlink.net (Joe Subich) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Which rig: FT1000 or FT1000MP Date: 23 Nov 1995 15:34:00 GMT Organization: RAMLink Internet Access Service Lines: 18 Message-ID: <492498$qph@ram2.ramlink.net> References: Reply-To: subich@ramlink.net (Joe Subich) NNTP-Posting-Host: hun7.ramlink.net X-Newsreader: IBM NewsReader/2 v1.2 In , Kory Hamzeh writes: > >I'm very new to HF and I'm trying to decide which radio to purchase: the >Yeasu FT1000 (not the D model) or the FT1000MP. The price difference >(mail order) is only about $200, so price is not a deciding issue. I'm >mostly interested in DXing with SSB and CW. Check out the included filters, etc. on the FT-1000 (non-D) vs. the FT-1000MP. You will find the cost of the original FT-1000 goes up significantly if you start adding necessities like the CW filter in the sub-receiver, and accessory filters in the main receiver. I'm not sure, but I believe the MP includes those filters "stock." If so, the MP is the better buy (and you won't miss the extra 100 watts). ... Joe Subich, AD8I (subich@ramlink.net) From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:32 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!intac!usenet From: forbes@intac.com (Thom Forbes) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Which rig: FT1000 or FT1000MP Date: 26 Nov 1995 07:49:43 GMT Organization: Forbes Computer Consulting Lines: 40 Message-ID: <49966n$gvt@uucp.intac.com> References: <492498$qph@ram2.ramlink.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: palpk-s27.intac.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: Text/Plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.6 In article <492498$qph@ram2.ramlink.net>, subich@ramlink.netÙ says... > >In , Kory Hamzeh writes: >> >>I'm very new to HF and I'm trying to decide which radio to purchase: the >>Yeasu FT1000 (not the D model) or the FT1000MP. The price difference >>(mail order) is only about $200, so price is not a deciding issue. I'm >>mostly interested in DXing with SSB and CW. > >Check out the included filters, etc. on the FT-1000 (non-D) vs. the FT-1000MP. >You will find the cost of the original FT-1000 goes up significantly if you start >adding necessities like the CW filter in the sub-receiver, and accessory filters >in the main receiver. I'm not sure, but I believe the MP includes those filters >"stock." If so, the MP is the better buy (and you won't miss the extra 100 >watts). > W e l l .... I just bought the 1000MP, and the "stock" transceiver does not come with 500 or 250 Hz filters in either 8.215Mhz or 455Khz IFs. I bought the 500Hz filters for 8.215Mhz and 455Khz IFs, list($179 each). The _major_ diference with the 1000MP is the new "EDSP", (enhanced digital signal processing". Built-in noise filters, auto tracking notch, etc. The rig has so many features I could fill several pages and not cover them all. In all, I love the 1000MP, it's truly a dream on CW!. I should add though, I find quite a bit (S9) of AM broadcast intermod from about 2.0 - 3.6Mhz. With all the switchable filters in the front end, I would not have expected this. I should add that I live about 5 miles from NYC, and am close to many local AM broadcasters, but never noticed this problem with my Yaesu FT-890. Hope this helps more than confusses... 73 -thom-/N2CBV From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:33 1995 Path: news.epix.net!dansi From: dansi@news.epix.net () Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: WTB: Cheap packet for 14yr old. Date: 25 Nov 1995 22:08:45 GMT Organization: epix.net Lines: 12 Message-ID: <49845d$f05@guava.epix.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: plum.epix.net X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] I am looking for a cheap packet tnc that will be compatable with my 286, yes a 286! Old, but usable. So, if anyone would like to donate =) ( I would be -* Most *- greatful even a 1200 would be fine. ) Or would like to sell one to me for a cheap price, please e-mail me. ( no flames ) My call is N3NMD, just so you know I'm not joking. I just spent my savings on a computer, yes this one. And my parents are not having the best of times money wise. P.S. I can repair computers, tv's, clean VCR's, and misc. for a price reduction. Looking forward to any replies -( no flames please )- Dansi@epix.net N3NMD From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:33 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.zeitgeist.net!news.icinet.net!news From: kharvey@goldrush.com (Ken Harvey) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Yaesu FT-51R and No Cross Band Repeat. Date: 25 Nov 1995 18:10:39 GMT Organization: InfoNet Communications Lines: 12 Message-ID: <497m6v$8js@sneezy.icinet.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: d18.goldrush.com X-Newsreader: NeoLogic News for OS/2 [version: 4.2] I did the extended receive mod by holding the arrow keys and ever since the cross band repeat does not function. The function says RPT ***** in the display but nothing is repeated. Any suggestions? Please email me at the below address. Thanks a bunch. ----------------------------------------------- Ken Harvey - kharvey@goldrush.com WWW - http://www.goldrush.com/~kharvey ----------------------------------------------- From Unknown Sun Nov 26 04:48:35 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news1.cris.com!cne From: Ken18@Cris.com (Kenny K) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Yaesu FT-890 HF & FT-5100 VHF/UHF mobile rigs for sale Date: 25 Nov 1995 21:41:25 GMT Organization: Concentric Lines: 30 Message-ID: <4982i5$ddj@spectator.cris.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: crc3-fddi.cris.com Summary: Yaesu FT-890 HF & FT-5100 VHF/UHF mobile rigs for sale Keywords: FT-890/AT FT-5100 mobile VHF UHF HF sale X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #4 I have the following Yaesu rigs for sale: FT-890/AT HF rig with built in automatic antenna tuner All band transmit from 10 meters thru 160 meters Full coverage receiver ***** Timewave DSP-9 digital audio processor included all items like new. FT-890/AT radio AND the digital processor for $850.00; will ship COD to anywhere in U.S. Also for sale is FT-5100 VHF/UHF dual band mobile rig CTCSS decode chip installed!! ***** Yaesu MW-1 wireless remote control mike included. 50Watt output on VHF & 40W on UHF all items like new. FT-5100 radio with the acessories will sell for $425; will ship COD to anywhere in the U.S. If you are interested in buying both radios at the same time, I will sell them as a package for $1200. Anyone interested can email me at --------> Ken18@Cris.com 73's Ken AA2TD From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:10 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!usc!news.cerf.net!news.titan.com!usenet From: Bill Bennett Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: (Q) Singal Amplifier for 915Mhz range. Date: 28 Nov 1995 22:53:32 GMT Organization: The Titan Corporation, San Diego, CA, USA Lines: 6 Message-ID: <49g3tc$fu4@taxis.corp.titan.com> References: <49dra9$3p7@usenet.rpi.edu> <49f509$ajg@ixnews2.ix.netcom.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: moe.bc.tisc.titan.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2N (Windows; I; 16bit) To: whitefox@ix.netcom.com whitefox@ix.netcom.com (Scott Anderson ) wrote: >I am using a 915Mhz RF Ethernet card to connect two office network >together funny here in San Diego we have an amateur television repeater with a input at 915 mhz were only running 25 watts! From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:11 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!EU.net!peer-news.britain.eu.net!bcc.ac.uk!news From: Andrew Olney Subject: Re: ? Contacting Heathkit ? Message-ID: <1995Nov28.174403.61055@ucl.ac.uk> Date: Tue, 28 Nov 1995 17:44:03 GMT X-Url: news:DIr90M.HsE@mv.mv.com Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii References: Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (X11; I; SunOS 4.1.3_U1 sun4c) Organization: University College London Lines: 2 Heathkit's been dead for years From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:12 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!news.cybercomm.net!usenet From: Stephan Rashkin Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: ? Contacting Heathkit ? Date: 29 Nov 1995 00:03:12 GMT Organization: CyberComm Online Services Lines: 18 Message-ID: <49g800$818@crow.cybercomm.net> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: sl-025.sl.cybercomm.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) I've heard that they can be contacted at: Heath Parts 1-616-925-5899 Also Heath Replacement Parts 455 Riverview Drive Benton Harbor, MICH 49022 Please let me know if this info is still valid..I found it a few months ago... Steve, Wa2nhz From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:12 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!castle.nando.net!news From: jimw@nando.net Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Alinco DR-600 losing its memory Date: 29 Nov 1995 01:28:10 GMT Organization: News & Observer Public Access Lines: 18 Message-ID: <49gcva$frq@castle.nando.net> Reply-To: jimw@nando.net NNTP-Posting-Host: vyger905.nando.net X-Newsreader: IBM NewsReader/2 v1.09 I have an Alinco DR-600 dual band VHF/UHF mobile transciever. It's about 18 months old. Anyway, it's developed the annoying problem of losing all of its memory settings intermittently. Sometime it will go a couple of days before losing it. Other times it will lose it just by turning it off and back on. I've replaced the lithium battery located in the removable control head. That hasn't helped. The battery I replaced it with wasn't from the factory, but was a solder in 3v lithium. If anyone else has experienced this problem and figured out how to fix it, I'd like to hear about what you did. Otherwise, I guess it's a (probably expensive) trip back to the factory :-( Thanks in advance. Jim Wagner, N4SVZ jimw@nando.net From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:14 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!castle.nando.net!news From: geo@nando.net (George McCrary) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: ANC-4 Response from JPS Date: Tue, 28 Nov 1995 17:04:56 GMT Organization: News & Observer Public Access Lines: 48 Message-ID: <49fffc$7ot@castle.nando.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: vyger501.nando.net X-Newsreader: Forte Agent .99a.107 Hi Guys and Girls, I'm an Engineering Technician at JPS Communications. I took a copy of this mornings post to the Engineer who designed the ANC-4, and he asked me to post this response. ------------------------------------------------------------- 28 November 1995 PWP Regarding the comments about the ANC-4's noise and overload performance: Noise- Yes, the unit can introduce some noise at higher gain settings. While the noise figure of the noise antenna preamp is quite good (the input stage uses two low noise FET's), the problem is that to get a useable signal level from the electrically short, high impedance noise antenna, quite a bit of gain may be required. The high gain necessary to amplify weak noise antenna signals makes the ANC-4's noise apparent in the receiver. Another way of looking at the problem is this: when using an efficient antenna and good receiver at HF, particularly at low frequencies, the SNR is determined by atmospheric noise, not by receiver noise. But with a short, inefficient antenna, the SNR will be determined in the input stage, in this case in the ANC-4's preamplifier. (Of course, we want an inefficient antenna for the noise antenna because we want to receive only local noise.) Overload- We're always trying to balance cost and performance in our products, so every product design involves a series of tradeoffs. One of those tradeoffs was the 3d order intercept point of the noise preamplifier, which at +17 dBm is about as good as it can be given the constraints of cost and available power supply voltage. We also chose to make the circuit broadband down to 500 kHz so it would be useful to BCB DXers and others interested in lower frequencies, knowing that there could be problems with overload from close-proximity BCB stations. However, assuming that you're operating in a ham band, the BCB overload problems are easy to take care of with a simple series-resonant trap applied from the noise antenna to ground. JPS will calculate and supply trap components free of charge to those experiencing overload problems from a BCB station. ------------------------------------------- Any further questions can be sent to jps@nando.net 73 DE KQ4QM (George) From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:15 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Any mods for the HTX-202? From: clint.bradford@woodybbs.com (Clint Bradford) Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!holonet!colossus.holonet.net!wwswinc!clint.bradford Distribution: world Message-ID: <93.10247.7583.0NFBB94D@woodybbs.com> Date: Tue, 28 Nov 95 09:55:00 -0500 Organization: WoodyWare Software, Inc. - 516-736-6662 Lines: 17 Subject: Any mods for the HTX-202? >>Does anyone know of any mods for the HTX-202? There are NO frequency-expansion modifications for the HTX-202. Anything you have found that states differently is entirely bogus. Darn those Radio Shack engineers! How dare they manufacture a solid, reliable performer that ONLY WORKS FLAWLESSLY AS ADVERTISED. clint.bradford@atdbbs.com --- * TLX v4.00 * The worst thing about censorship is ######## þ wcECHO 4.1 ÷ AR-Net: ATTENTION to Details þ Mira Loma, CA þ 909-681-6221 From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:16 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!news-e1a.megaweb.com!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: rickcrider@aol.com (RICKCRIDER) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Anyone heard of ' TPI Comm Inc.' ? Date: 26 Nov 1995 05:23:17 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 9 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <499f6l$krn@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: rickcrider@aol.com (RICKCRIDER) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com In a local ' junque ' shop which carries some military surplus gadgets, I've found what appears to be a UHF power amp. Apparently modern military surplus. It's a 19" rack mount rig, about 7" wide and 3" thick. Takes 28v DC for power. Has two female 'N' type coax connectors, one in and one out. No markings as to frequency or even band. I'm assuming UHF. Manufactured by 'TPI Comm Inc.', according to sticker on unit and box, however no address or telephone number. Any idea what this is, and/or how to contact TPI Comm for more info? Thanks all. Rick Crider KD4FXA Monroe NC From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:17 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!usc!news.cerf.net!newsserver.sdsc.edu!acsc.com!news.trw.com!venice!news2.trw.com!ns5.nba.trw.com!news From: Alan Raskind Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Anyone heard of ' TPI Comm Inc.' ? Date: 28 Nov 1995 19:48:17 GMT Organization: TRW Space & Electronics Group, Redondo Beach, CA Lines: 22 Message-ID: <49fp21$183@ns5.nba.TRW.COM> References: <499f6l$krn@newsbf02.news.aol.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: araskind.sp.TRW.COM Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2N (Windows; I; 16bit) rickcrider@aol.com (RICKCRIDER) wrote: >In a local ' junque ' shop which carries some military surplus gadgets, >I've found what appears to be a UHF power amp. Apparently modern >military surplus. It's a 19" rack mount rig, about 7" wide and 3" thick. > Takes 28v DC for power. Has two female 'N' type coax connectors, one >in and one out. No markings as to frequency or even band. I'm assuming >UHF. Manufactured by 'TPI Comm Inc.', according to sticker on unit and >box, however no address or telephone number. Any idea what this is, >and/or how to contact TPI Comm for more info? Thanks all. Rick Crider > KD4FXA Monroe NC What you have found (I believe) is a UHF power amplifier made by the now defunct TPL (not "I") Communictations Inc. company which stood for the owner, Thomas P. Litty. He made VHF & UHF power amps back in the '70's. He has been out of business for about 15 years or so I think. They were not all that good I thought, but if the price is right, it probably is ok. You need to search for a model number on the label to find out what frequency it was designed for. Good luck, Alan WA6AQC From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:18 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.dacom.co.kr!nntp.coast.net!col.hp.com!fc.hp.com!byrnes From: byrnes@fc.hp.com (John Byrnes) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Battery available in Canada? Date: 28 Nov 1995 18:34:05 GMT Organization: Hewlett-Packard Fort Collins Site Lines: 12 Message-ID: <49fkmt$m8h@fcnews.fc.hp.com> Reply-To: byrnes@fc.hp.com NNTP-Posting-Host: hpfcjsb.fc.hp.com X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2.2] I recently purchased a Yaesu FT-11R HT and am looking for a extra battery for it. Yaesu makes a FNB-35, 7.2v 900maH battery, but I was told it was "not imported" to the U.S. I was wondering if it might be available in Canada. Could someone up there please find out for me? And/or provide a phone number of a good shop to call? Thanks, John KB0UNC From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:19 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!gatech!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!sdd.hp.com!usc!newshub.csu.net!csulb.edu!drivel.ics.uci.edu!news.service.uci.edu!unogate!news.intelenet.com!usenet From: barry@valonline.com (Barry Dorfman) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Beware Kenwood radios Date: Thu, 30 Nov 1995 01:47:16 GMT Organization: InteleNet Communications, Inc. Lines: 15 Message-ID: <49j2lh$ite@nikita.intelenet.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: 205.162.84.9 Fellow HAMS, Beware of Kenwood radios "Made in China" I have had 2 real bad experiences with them. Maybe if we as a group refuse to accept this junk, they wont try to stick us with it. Look at it this way, if you were buying a used radio, would you choose the one made in Japan or China? Anyone have a problem with these Kenwoods? barry@valonline.com From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:20 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!bighorn.accessnv.com!bighorn.accessnv.com!not-for-mail From: ad7k@bighorn.accessnv.com (Squeak Porray) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Buckmaster HamCall error Date: 26 Nov 1995 22:50:16 -0800 Organization: accessnv.com Lines: 35 Message-ID: <49bn38$d11@bighorn.accessnv.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: bighorn X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] There is a minor error in the current (Fall 1995) edition of the Buckmaster HamCall CD-ROM ... Buckmaster Publishing is aware of it, and should have it corrected in the new (Spring 1996) edition. If you enter the call look-up thru the "ICALL" entry, and find a call sign that --does not-- have a four-digit extension for the Zip Code (i.e., 12345 versus 12345-4321) listed, the Grid Square for that call sign will not be accurate. Note that the Longitude listed for that call sign will not be a negative number, whereas one that does have a four-digit extension listed will have a accurate Grid Square (out to the sixth digit) (i.e., DM26AA) listed. If you would like an example, look up my call sign (AD7K) and note that I am properly listed in DM26, with the proper fifth and sixth character listed, and the Latitude/Longitude down to the "n-th degree". Then look up the call sign of my Assistant Manager, N7GBJ ... note that his Zip Code is in five-digit only (even though he has been at this residence for eight years - thank you, U.S. Postal Service!), his Longitude is not negative, and his Grid Square shows him half-way around the world. Buckmaster Publishing says that this error affects only a very small percentage of the call signs listed in the database, and that they should be able to correct the error in their next issue of the disk. As a side note, we at Amateur Electronic Supply cross our database against one of the more popular, high-level Zip-Plus-Four programs when we get ready to mail our 160-page catalog twice per year, and Tom's address does not convert what that program, either - that conversion is done at our IBM AS-400 at our Milwaukee, WI main office. Very 73 to all! "Squeak" Porray, AD7K Manager, Amateur Electronic Supply/Las Vegas From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:21 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!castle.nando.net!news From: Dave Hockaday Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Comments on JPS ANC-4 Date: 26 Nov 1995 13:49:26 GMT Organization: News & Observer Public Access Lines: 26 Message-ID: <499r96$csd@castle.nando.net> References: <490u56$pfd@maw.montana.com> <498gh8$9d6@ixnews6.ix.netcom.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: grail1110.nando.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) sheriff@ix.netcom.com (William Sheriff) wrote: >In <490u56$pfd@maw.montana.com> dandroxl@montana.com (Dave and Rox) >writes: >> >>Am Considering buying the JPS ANC-4 Antenna Noise Cancller. Does >anybody >>have any experience or comments on this unit? > >Yes, I picked one up today, to see if it would remove computer noise on >my hf rig. Worked as advertised, I had a s3 noise signal coming from >my computer monitor, on the freq I was tuned to and was able to >completely remove it. I had tried a number of thing to rid myself of >computer hash and I was impressed on how well this worked. Only >complaint, is it takes a bit of playing with, before you get a feel for >how it works. > >-Bill KF0QN HI Bill! How does this thing connect into your station? Does it use an external noise antenna? What is the usable frequency range? If it goes into the feedline, is there any insertion loss and what is the power handling capability? Thanks! 73 de Dave WB4IUY From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:22 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!swrinde!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!wa4mei!ke4zv!gary From: gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) Subject: Re: CW Filter 250 or 500hz??? Message-ID: <1995Nov26.151826.14821@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> Reply-To: gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) Organization: Destructive Testing Systems Date: Sun, 26 Nov 1995 15:18:26 GMT Lines: 25 In article wrt@eskimo.com (Bill Turner) writes: >In article <48qeb6$jm@pcnet2.pcnet.net>, > nema@pcnet.com (Richard Lubash) wrote: >>I wish to buy a narrow band filter for my Yaesu Ft900 they offer a 250 >>or 500hz filter I work 40 meters at night which is kind of a QRM jungle >>does anyone have a recomendation. >>N1VXW >------------------------------------------------- >If you're only going to work CW and possibly RTTY, the 250 Hz filter is the >best choice. If you might want to work AMTOR or PACTOR someday, the 500 Hz >would be the one. Those modes need slightly more than 250 Hz. Even for 45 baud RTTY, the 250 Hz filter is a bit narrow since the 250 Hz is measured from the 3 db down points and doesn't represent the flat response portion of the filter (45 baud RTTY is crudely 260 Hz). And besides, phase non-linearity becomes extreme at the filter corners and you don't want your data signal there because it will distort the eye. The 500 Hz filter is the better choice. Gary -- Gary Coffman KE4ZV | You make it, | gatech!wa4mei!ke4zv!gary Destructive Testing Systems | we break it. | emory!kd4nc!ke4zv!gary 534 Shannon Way | Guaranteed! | gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us Lawrenceville, GA 30244 | | From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:23 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!btnet!lince.lander.es!news From: jagon@lander.es (Jose Antonio Gonzalez) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: CW Filter 250 or 500hz??? Date: Tue, 28 Nov 1995 22:19:52 GMT Organization: Lander Internet Lines: 19 Message-ID: <49g20v$ob3@lince.lander.es> References: <48qeb6$jm@pcnet2.pcnet.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: ppp001.lander.es X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 nema@pcnet.com (Richard Lubash) wrote: >I wish to buy a narrow band filter for my Yaesu Ft900 they offer a 250 >or 500hz filter I work 40 meters at night which is kind of a QRM jungle >does anyone have a recomendation. >Thanks in advance >Richard >N1VXW Don't hesitate it!, 250 hz is the best choice! Best 73, HPE CU ON 40 M -- _______________________________________________________________________ Jose Antonio Gonzalez Lorenzo -- jagon@ibm.net -- Amateur Radio: EA2BSN ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:24 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!wa4mei!ke4zv!gary From: gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) Subject: Re: CW Filter 250 or 500hz??? (for weak signal or EME) Message-ID: <1995Nov26.150104.14631@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> Reply-To: gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) Organization: Destructive Testing Systems References: <4940j3$6dc@newsbf02.news.aol.com> <494pfj$1id0@stealth.mindspring.com> Date: Sun, 26 Nov 1995 15:01:04 GMT Lines: 26 In article <494pfj$1id0@stealth.mindspring.com> wave@mindspring.com (Pieter Ibelings) writes: >I am trying to decide on what filter 250 or 500Hz I should buy for an IC >706. I am going to be using the radio mainly for real weak signal work >that involves some meteor scatter and EME. Would the 250 Hz be too narrow >to be used on signals that might have some dF/dt doppler component? >Please Help. Good question. The doppler on EME and MS shouldn't be sufficient to require the wider filter, but if you want to do aurora, you'll find the wider filter helpful (and of course it's a must for modes like Clover, PACTOR, etc). In fact, my on the air experience with the FL-100 says it's almost ideal for Clover and PACTOR. I'm not so sure the IC-706 is the ideal radio for EME and MS, however. I think the FT900 or the FT1000D would be better choices to back a good transverter. The receiver dynamic range isn't that good on the IC-706. I don't know how nasty the phase noise is yet, gotta put it on the bench and test that. It may be Ok, or not, can't say since on the air experience points to front end crunch as the more serious problem. Gary -- Gary Coffman KE4ZV | You make it, | gatech!wa4mei!ke4zv!gary Destructive Testing Systems | we break it. | emory!kd4nc!ke4zv!gary 534 Shannon Way | Guaranteed! | gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us Lawrenceville, GA 30244 | | From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:25 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!sparky!nlcnews.nlc.state.ne.us!usenet From: mcduffie@hannibal.wncc.cc.ne.us (Gary McDuffie, Sr.) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: CW Filter 250 or 500hz??? (for weak signal or EME) Date: Wed, 29 Nov 1995 17:23:12 GMT Organization: AG0N's Radio Ranch Lines: 17 Message-ID: <30bc8b90.4718826@nlcnews.nlc.state.ne.us> References: <49fjsu$1r99@ns4-1.CC.Lehigh.EDU> <817626436.26165@pinetree.microserve.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: 198.206.239.251 X-Newsreader: Forte Agent .99c/16.141 On Tue, 28 Nov 95 18:23:22 GMT, jackl@pinetree.microserve.com (WB3U) wrote: > I've had that problem too, and it's a point that seems to be lost on > newer radios. In fact, I seem to remember some older rigs (or was it > homebrew designs?) that incorporated gain adjustment in filter selection. I believe that was the Kenwood TS-180. I worked lots of CW back then and remember the rig having extra gain when switching in the narrow filter. I liked this feature and wish it was included in the current crop. _____ _____ _____ ___ _____ | __|___ ___ _ _ ___ | _ | __| | | | | | | .'| _| | | |___| | | | | | | | | | |_____|__,|_| |_ | |__|__|_____|___|_|___| |___| mcduffie@hannibal.wncc.cc.ne.us [Message made entirely of recycled characters.] From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:26 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.heurikon.com!news.dpc.net!novia!news.inc.net!news.uoregon.edu!chi-news.cic.net!uwm.edu!alpha1.csd.uwm.edu!not-for-mail From: herb@alpha1.csd.uwm.edu (Nathan Ryan Gingras) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Drake TR7 info wanted: Date: 30 Nov 1995 04:11:45 GMT Organization: University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee Lines: 9 Message-ID: <49jau1$4pt@uwm.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: 129.89.169.1 X-Newsreader: TIN [UNIX 1.3 950824BETA PL0] I would like any info available on the Drake TR-7. (i.e. freq range, size, features, etc...) T.I.A, Nate, KB9LSX From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:27 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!matlock.mindspring.com!dddavis.mindspring.com!dddavis From: dddavis@mindspring.com (Don Davis) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: DTMF control of radio Date: Tue, 28 Nov 1995 23:42:45 -0400 Organization: MindSpring Enterprises, Inc. Lines: 6 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: dddavis.mindspring.com Keywords: DTMF, cross-band, dual band X-Newsreader: Trumpet for Windows [Version 1.0 Rev B] I'd like to purchase a dual band 2m/70cm mobile radio with cross-band repeat capability. I had planned on getting the Yaesu FT-5100, but I understand that the Alinco DR-610 and the Kenwood TM-733 offer the ability to change frequencies remotely via DTMF. That sounds worth getting for my purposes. Any comments on how well this feature works and if there are other radios to consider with similar capability? Comments appreciated. Don - KE4KYO From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:27 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!news.compuserve.com!news.production.compuserve.com!news From: Mike Whatley <73057.2225@CompuServe.COM> Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: FS on USENET OK? or NOT Date: 28 Nov 1995 01:59:45 GMT Organization: CompuServe, Inc. (1-800-689-0736) Lines: 14 Message-ID: <49dqeh$jlo$1@mhafm.production.compuserve.com> I am unfamiliar with the rec.radio. amateur equipment usenet policy. I posted -(stupidly)- without checking a For Sale message. Is this permissable? If not-- apologies to all. Where are the USENETS for listing Ham gear for sale? thanks- mike wa4d -- Mike Whatley From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:28 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!simtel!torn!govonca3!40217154 From: barsta1@epo.gov.on.ca (Are Barstad) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: FS on USENET OK? or NOT Date: 28 Nov 1995 03:45:55 GMT Organization: Ministry of the Solicitor General & Correctional Services Lines: 15 Message-ID: <49e0lj$17u@govonca3.gov.on.ca> References: <49dqeh$jlo$1@mhafm.production.compuserve.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: 142.140.217.154 X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #3 Mike Whatley <73057.2225@CompuServe.COM> wrote: >I am unfamiliar with the rec.radio. amateur equipment usenet policy. >I posted -(stupidly)- without checking a For Sale message. > >Is this permissable? If not-- apologies to all. > >Where are the USENETS for listing Ham gear for sale? > You can probably post For Sale anywhere you like, but I think you have better success with rec.radio.swap 73, VA3ARE - Are Barstad From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:29 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!cs.utexas.edu!news.ti.com!news.dseg.ti.com!usenet From: QRP%mimi@magic.itg.ti.com (D W Hemphill KC5NG) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: FS on USENET OK? or NOT Date: 29 Nov 1995 13:37:12 GMT Lines: 10 Message-ID: <49hnm8$e7d@mksrv1.dseg.ti.com> References: <49dqeh$jlo$1@mhafm.production.compuserve.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: dhemphill.dseg.ti.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: Text/Plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.5 >Where are the USENETS for listing Ham gear for sale? Try "rec.radio.swap". It's a buy/sell/trade newsgroup. I've bought and sold a bunch of stuff through that one. 73, Dean, KC5NG From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:30 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.compuserve.com!news.production.compuserve.com!news From: Mike Whatley <73057.2225@CompuServe.COM> Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: FS- Knwd Dual Bander+Access. Date: 28 Nov 1995 01:39:56 GMT Organization: CompuServe, Inc. (1-800-689-0736) Lines: 16 Message-ID: <49dp9c$bf2$4@mhafc.production.compuserve.com> For Sale- TM-733 Kenwood Dual Bander 2m/440 DK-4 (13 foot breakaway kit) Kenwood SP-50 External Speaker (mobile/fixed) Kenwood SP-41 External Speaker (mobile) Kenwood Dual Band Antenna MA-700 with Duplexer Diamond Hvy Dty Mag Mount Boxes+Manuals Package deal only -- All in excellent condition. You pay shipping-E-mail-cash only- Firm $600 mike wa4d -- Mike Whatley From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:31 1995 From: Bootlegger@msn.com (Robert Young) Subject: FS:Kenwood/Icom/Heathkit Date: 30 Nov 95 12:02:47 -0800 Message-ID: <00001fed+00001fe0@msn.com> Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.msn.com!msn.com Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Organization: The Microsoft Network (msn.com) Lines: 12 For Sale: Kenwood TS-690S HF/6 Meter rig. $1200.00 (with VS-2 voice option) MARS/CAP modified Purchased new July '95 Icom IC-2700H 2Meter/70cm mobile $575.00 (never mobile) MARS/CAP Modified Purchased new October '95 Heathkit SB-1000 HF Amp single Eimac 3-500Z tube $650.00 (Local Pickup only on the HF amp.....Metro St. Louis) Call Bob N9MSS (618)939-7581 or Bootlegger@msn.com From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:32 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: rkmorrow@aol.com (RKMorrow) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: FT-51R 15 kHz mod completed Date: 27 Nov 1995 15:40:16 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 10 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <49d7ng$q5t@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: rkmorrow@aol.com (RKMorrow) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com I just got my FT-51R back from Yaesu after they replaced the microprocessor with one containing the firmware for performing the 15 kHz step properly. Of course, all your programmed data is lost, so be sure to save your data with the Yaesu software if you have it. Turnaround time was 5 working days (will-call window at the Cerritos CA facility). I had to re-initialize the extended receive feature by pressing the up/down arrow keys while turning on the power, but after that (and re-programming memories) everything worked fine. -Bob Morrow WB6GTM From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:33 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!nntp.primenet.com!denwa.info.com!sun.alegria.com!not-for-mail From: rob@sun.alegria.com (Rob Lingelbach) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: FT51R RX range? Date: 28 Nov 1995 07:38:01 -0800 Organization: Altruistic Intentions, Hollywood, CA Lines: 10 Message-ID: <49facp$isu@sun.alegria.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: sun.alegria.com Can anyone tell me the RX range of the FT51R after modification, if any, to widen it as much as possible? thanks. --Rob -- Rob Lingelbach | 2660 Hollyridge Dr LA CA 90068 213 464 6266 (voice) rob@xyzoom.alegria.com | "I care not much for a man's religion whose dog or rob@sun.alegria.com | cat are not the better for it." --Abraham Lincoln rob@dagmar.alegria.com | http://www.alegria.com KB6CUN From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:34 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!tcsi.tcs.com!agate!news.ucdavis.edu!burrito.engr.ucdavis.edu!ctbaker From: ctbaker@burrito.engr.ucdavis.edu (shatter) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: FT51R RX range? Date: 28 Nov 1995 18:06:22 GMT Organization: College of Engineering - University of California - Davis Lines: 10 Message-ID: <49fj2u$nfl@mark.ucdavis.edu> References: <49facp$isu@sun.alegria.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: burrito.engr.ucdavis.edu X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Rob Lingelbach (rob@sun.alegria.com) wrote: : Can anyone tell me the RX range of the FT51R after modification, if : any, to widen it as much as possible? thanks. : --Rob Using the MARS/CAP mod will give you 100-180 Mhz and 320-512 Mhz receive. I believe the radio comes with 100-180 Mhz receive and 420-470 Mhz receive. Chad From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:34 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!skypoint.com!usenet From: daleh@skypoint.com (Dale A. Hagert) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Heath SSB Amp HA-14 Date: 26 Nov 1995 14:04:59 GMT Organization: mnsat Lines: 26 Message-ID: <499s6b$8gc@stratus.skypoint.net> References: <497sij$1l8e@hopi.gate.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: dial003.skypoint.net X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.92.6+ In article <497sij$1l8e@hopi.gate.net>, jaywward@gate.net (Jay Ward) says: > >I was recently given a Heathkit HA-14 SSB amplifier. I have no power supply >or docs. There is an HV input on the back that I assume means High Voltage >and a multi pin power connector. Any body have any docs on this beastie? > >All help greatly appreciated. 73 > >Jay KE4ZOG > The power plug is as follows: Pin 1 & 2 Ground, Pin 4 & 5 N/C, Pin 3 & 6 12.6vac fil Pin 7 & 8 Power Switch Pin 10 & 12 Ant Relay Pin 11 ALC If you send me your address, I'll send you a copy of the schematic. Dale A. Hagert NM0H 3881 Serpentine Circle Eagan, MN 55122 612-688-7155 email daleh@skypoint.com  From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:35 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news1.channel1.com!wizard.pn.com!ci-pioneer!panda!jay.ward From: jay.ward@panda.org (JAY WARD) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Heath SSB Amp HA-14 Message-ID: <8B5A383.04B4000002.uuout@panda.org> Date: Sat, 25 Nov 95 14:59:00 -0400 Distribution: world Organization: PandA's Den BBS, Danvers, MA, USA (508) 750-0250 panda.org Reply-To: jay.ward@panda.org (JAY WARD) X-Newsreader: PCBoard Version 15.22 X-Mailer: PCBoard/UUOUT Version 1.20 Lines: 20 MSGID: mid__497sij$1l8e@hopi.gate.net 43f70001 REPLYTO 1:330/317 UUCP REPLYADDR jaywward@gate.net PID GIGO+ sn 395 at panda vsn 0.99.950801 From: jaywward@gate.net (Jay Ward) Subject: Heath SSB Amp HA-14 Organization: CyberGate, Inc. I was recently given a Heathkit HA-14 SSB amplifier. I have no power supply or docs. There is an HV input on the back that I assume means High Voltage and a multi pin power connector. Any body have any docs on this beastie? All help greatly appreciated. 73 Jay KE4ZOG --- * Origin: Usenet: SATINS/Net330 uucp gateway * PandA's Den BBS *Cy (1:330/317) From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:36 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!gatech!newsfeed.internetmci.com!uwm.edu!chi-news.cic.net!news.math.psu.edu!news.cac.psu.edu!usenet From: axn110@psu.edu (Adam Newlin) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Help with a project Date: 30 Nov 1995 04:43:04 GMT Organization: Penn State University Lines: 11 Sender: axn110@hearst.cac.psu.edu Message-ID: <49jcoo$ma1@hearst.cac.psu.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: ppp92.cac.psu.edu X-Authinfo-User: axn110@psu.edu X-Posted-From: InterNews 1.0.4@ppp92.cac.psu.edu X-Authenticated: axn110 on INN host hearst.cac.psu.edu Hi, I need help with a project, if you have any engineering expertise, or any experience making homebrew equipment I would appreciate it if you would check out my page. http://cac.psu.edu/~ktl103/transmitter/schematics.html I am almost done with the project and basically just need a small amount of guidance as to the proper modifications that need to be made. But you'll learn more when you look at the page won't you... Adam, KA1VZN From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:37 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!Germany.EU.net!news.dfn.de!scsing.switch.ch!swsbe6.switch.ch!swidir.switch.ch!in2p3.fr!oleane!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!psgrain!news.tek.com!mdhost!gaulandm From: gaulandm@mdhost.cse.tek.com (Michael Alan Gauland) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: HELP: FT-23r Display Blinking! Date: 29 Nov 1995 21:18:55 GMT Organization: Tektronix, Inc, Beaverton, OR, USA Lines: 14 Sender: gaulandm@mdhost (Michael Alan Gauland) Distribution: world Message-ID: <49iinv$bev@tekadm1.cse.tek.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: hardtime.cse.tek.com Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.misc:94895 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21842 My Yaesu FT-23R HT has taken up the rather distressing habbit of continuously flashing everything on the display. It no longer seems to transmit, though receive works fine on whatever repeater it was last tuned in to. Any ideas on how to best discourage this behavior? Thanks, Mike -- Michael A. Gauland gaulandm@mdhost.cse.tek.com AA7JF (503) 627-5067 From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:38 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!agate!news.ucdavis.edu!burrito.engr.ucdavis.edu!ctbaker From: ctbaker@burrito.engr.ucdavis.edu (shatter) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: HELP: Info needed on amps etc Date: 27 Nov 1995 02:09:25 GMT Organization: College of Engineering - University of California - Davis Lines: 14 Message-ID: <49b6kl$ekn@mark.ucdavis.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: burrito.engr.ucdavis.edu X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] I am currently using a 5w HT dual bander radio... in Davis, CA at 5 watts I can't reach the local 440 repeater with a diamond rh77ca antenna on the radio (a ft51r)... so now I am considering picking up like a 30w 2m and a 30w 70cm amp to give me extended transmit from home... should I continue to go this route or should I just go ahead and pick up a mobile unit that I can put in the house with the eventual possibility of putting it in the car (probably not be put in the car any time soon as a don't want to start hacking up my 1969 Mustang) Thanks!! Chad KE6ZTC From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:39 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!i-2000.com!usenet From: rtomo@i-2000.com Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: HELP: Kenwood Rig Computer Control Date: 26 Nov 1995 17:20:59 GMT Organization: I-2000 Inc. - Internet Services Lines: 13 Message-ID: <49a7lr$poo@i-2000.com> Reply-To: ke2uk@i-2000.com NNTP-Posting-Host: rtomo.i-2000.com Keywords: mfj, rig control X-Newsreader: SPRY News 3.03 (SPRY, Inc.) Greetings: Can anyone give me information on products (software, cables, etc.) for interfacing a Kenwood 400sat and a Kenwood 940 to a pc computer? Aside from rig control, I would be interested in logging, etc. from the same program if possible. Please reply via e-mail ONLY to: ke2uk@i-2000.com Thanks for any help or info you can provide. 73, Ron KE2UK From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:39 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!cs.utexas.edu!news.ti.com!news.dseg.ti.com!usenet From: QRP%mimi@magic.itg.ti.com (D W Hemphill KC5NG) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: HELP: What antenna to buy? Date: 29 Nov 1995 13:35:47 GMT Lines: 11 Message-ID: <49hnjj$e7d@mksrv1.dseg.ti.com> References: <49fje2$nfl@mark.ucdavis.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: dhemphill.dseg.ti.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: Text/Plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.5 Hi, Chad. You might try a Discone in the attic (Radio Shack or other brand). Also, consider a dual-band mobile antenna with a counterpoise arrangement. These are commercially available, or you could build one yourself and mount the antenna on it. Or... install an antenna on your Mustang and run coax into the house ;) 73, Dean Hemphill, KC5NG (you know me from the Classic-mustangs mail group) From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:41 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!usc!nic-nac.CSU.net!VAX.SONOMA.EDU!harrisok From: Ken Harrison Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Henry 6 & 2 Linear Date: Mon, 27 Nov 1995 11:23:28 PDT Organization: Information Resources and Technology Lines: 22 Message-ID: References: <49cbqi$bqc_001@ve1alq.mi.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: vax.sonoma.edu Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: TEXT/PLAIN; charset=US-ASCII In-Reply-To: <49cbqi$bqc_001@ve1alq.mi.net> On Mon, 27 Nov 1995, ve1alq wrote: > Hellow All; > I have forsale 1 Henry 6 & 2M linear. This unit was purchased 3 years ago > from a University and was still in the shipping crate, ie never used. > ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ > It has a NEW matched pair of 8874's in it and will run a very easy 1200W > output on both bands. The complete unit has 5.5 hrs of use. ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ > I am asking $900.00US plus shipping, the new tubes cost me $525.00 + $30.00US > for matching them. ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Considering it only has 5.5 hrs of use why would you have to retube it? Strange... __________________________________________________________________________ Ken Harrison --- harrisok@vax.sonoma.edu --- Amateur Radio: N6MHG ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:42 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!news.iwl.net!usenet From: doctord@iwl.net Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: I need help for a friend (Schematics or Manuals) Date: 26 Nov 1995 08:42:15 GMT Organization: IWL Communications, Inc. Lines: 17 Message-ID: <499997$muk@news.iwl.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: p195.iwl.net X-Newsreader: SPRY News 3.03 (SPRY, Inc.) I have a friend I work with who requested a post on the following items he is looking for: 1- Schematic or manual for a Regency Model H R - 6 6 meter amateur Radio Transceiver. 2- Schematic or copy of a manual for a Heathkit Model IM-2202 Digital Multimeter. You can email me at : doctord@iwl.net and I will contact you back with address and telphone number Thanks, Bob Thompson From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:44 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!uwm.edu!math.ohio-state.edu!pacific.mps.ohio-state.edu!usenet From: James Garland Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: IC-706 Comments and Questions Date: 27 Nov 1995 18:06:27 GMT Organization: The Ohio State University Lines: 54 Message-ID: <49cun3$hvm@pacific.mps.ohio-state.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: maps1.mps.ohio-state.edu Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2N (Windows; I; 16bit) A few questions, re the IC-706, based on one weekend's experience with the radio: 1. AGC Time Constant: The time constant in the slow position seems to be several seconds, which is too long for my taste. I'd like to change it to about 1 second, presumably by changing a resistor or capacitor. Anyone figured out where the AGC circuit is? 2. Duty Cycle: Is the duty cycle 100% for key-down 100 Watts output? Does the rig shut itself down if it gets too hot? 3. Relay Control: I'd like to key a linear amplifier, using the accessory connector, but the manual is a bit vague on this point. It seems to suggest that the control output has two modes: (1) grounding the control line keys up the transmitter, and (2) keying up the transmitter grounds the control line. Somehow the rig accomplishes this feat without latching itself into a key down condition. Obviously, mode (2) is the one for controlling an external amplifier, but using it would seem to preclude using a foot switch or external PTT switch to key the transmitter via mode 1. Also, the manual doesn't indicate the current/voltage limitations for keying an external amplifier. Has anyone tried it? 4. Line (audio) Output: A fixed audio output line appears on the ACC connector, but the manual doesn't give the spec. I'm guessing it is about 1V rms at a fairly high Z, but has anyone measured it? A variable audio output (linked to the volume control) appears at the microphone connectors, which makes the rear panel mike connector unsuitable for packet control. I'd think a fixed level would be preferable. 5.Tinny Transmit Audio: A transmit carrier setting of -100 gives good base response for my voice, with excellent on-the-air reports. Some reports have preferred the audio to that of my FT1000D/Shure 444 combo! Miscellaneous Impressions: The rig is clearly a tour de force for ICOM, and an amazing feat of engineering. Some of the quirks,noted in earlier discussion on this newsgroup, can probably be fixed with firmware updats. I wouldn't recommend the rig as a main station transceiver, since the menu-driven system is inconvenient and clunky. For day-to-day use, one needs a bigger front panel with dedicated switches for changing bands, selecting AGC response times, setting the mike gain, etc. And the manual leaves a great deal to be desired, in my opinion. Although written in clear English, it somehow manages to belabor the obvious (instructing the user to turn up the volume control to increase the volume, and to turn it down to decrease the volume (!)), while leaving out important specifications. It also is extremely repetitive, which makes it hard to concentrate on while staying awake. For what it's worth, I paid $1259 for my 706, if you're into comparison shopping. If you bought yours for $900, please don't tell me. Jim W8ZR From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:45 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.packet.net!news.combase.com!imci3!news.internetMCI.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!gatech2!news01.aud.alcatel.com!paul_nix.aud.alcatel.com!user From: Paul_N_Nix@aud.alcatel.com (Paul N. Nix) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: IC-706 Comments and Questions Date: Wed, 29 Nov 1995 17:16:36 -0600 Organization: Alcatel Network Systems - Richardson, Texas Lines: 38 Message-ID: References: <49cun3$hvm@pacific.mps.ohio-state.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: paul_nix.aud.alcatel.com In article <49cun3$hvm@pacific.mps.ohio-state.edu>, James Garland wrote: > A few questions, re the IC-706, based on one weekend's experience with > the radio: > > 2. Duty Cycle: Is the duty cycle 100% for key-down 100 Watts output? Does > the rig shut itself down if it gets too hot? > > > Jim W8ZR Jim: Last Saturday (Nov 25th) was 'ICOM Day' at Tucker Electronics, in Garland, Texas (where I live). A couple of guys from ICOM were there, and I asked them that same question (regarding duty cycle). The answer I got left me a little unsure but ... here it is: "Yes ... 100 % duty cycle" ...but then they said "the radio will cut-back power if it gets too hot" So I guess that's kind of a 'limited' 100% duty cycle ... I still can't figure out how that little radio can generate 100 Watts RF output. My Tentec Paragon has a heatsink that's got almost as much surface area as the whole IC706. Of course the 706 uses 'forced-air' cooling (that itty-bitty internal fan), and the Paragon depends on ambient airflow over its external heatsink (although on RTTY I've been known to turn a fan onto it). 73 Paul Nix (WB5AGF) e-mail: Paul_N_Nix@aud.alcatel.com From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:45 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!EU.net!Belgium.EU.net!news From: Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: IC-706 remote control Date: 26 Nov 1995 16:07:39 GMT Organization: EUnet Belgium, Leuven, Belgium Lines: 12 Message-ID: <49a3cb$1kj@news.Belgium.EU.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: 193.53.7.223 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1 (Macintosh; U; PPC) X-URL: news:rec.radio.amateur.equipment Hi I was thinking to control an ICOM IC706 on remote, So the idee was to extend the 4 pins connector over an RF link Does anyone know something about the protocol,or did someone tried this yet ??? 73 Walter ON4BCB @ ON6AR or Email me From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:47 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.texas.net!newshost.comco.com!news.tamu.edu!news.utdallas.edu!news01.aud.alcatel.com!paul_nix.aud.alcatel.com!user From: Paul_N_Nix@aud.alcatel.com (Paul N. Nix) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: IC-706 remote control Date: Wed, 29 Nov 1995 17:07:05 -0600 Organization: Alcatel Network Systems - Richardson, Texas Lines: 39 Message-ID: References: <49a3cb$1kj@news.Belgium.EU.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: paul_nix.aud.alcatel.com In article <49a3cb$1kj@news.Belgium.EU.net>, wrote: > I was thinking to control an ICOM IC706 on remote, > So the idee was to extend the 4 pins connector over an RF link > > Does anyone know something about the protocol,or did someone > tried this yet ??? > > 73 Walter ON4BCB @ ON6AR or Email me I talked to the ICOM folks a week ago (November 22) in Washington State, here in the U.S., and they sent me a schematic. It isn't the best quality (being made on a copier), but most of the text can be read. I've been curious myself, about the control protocol used between the control head and the main radio. I don't know anything about that yet, but I do now know something about the signal lines used. There are separate transmit & received data lines, from the control head to the radio, and from the radio to the control head (it's not a shared bus). I don't see any sign of clock lines, so I presume the signals are sent in an asynchronous format, where there isn't too critical a requiremnt to synchronize the control head to the radio (as with a 'start-stop' protocol like 5-level Baudot Code). If I get brave I may put a scope probe on the lines, to see if I can tell anything about the data simply by observation. Wouldn't it be convenient if we found that the control head to radio data is something simple like a 10-bit code, at a data rate that a PC could generate? Then we could 'write' our own control head in software. 73 Paul Nix (WB5AGF) e-mail: Paul_N_Nix@aud.alcatel.com Garland, Texas From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:48 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!swrinde!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!wa4mei!ke4zv!gary From: gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) Subject: Re: IC706 one cycle tuning Message-ID: <1995Nov26.151320.14738@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> Reply-To: gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) Organization: Destructive Testing Systems Date: Sun, 26 Nov 1995 15:13:20 GMT Lines: 26 In article n4lq@iglou.iglou.com (Steve Ellington) writes: > >Anytime I activate the 1 cycle tuning, the display always reads 0. >This tells me that my readout is not really showing the exact frequency >down to the last cycle rather, it gives me an uncalibrated reference >point much like a logging scale. Has anyone else noticed this? >-- >Steve Ellington N4LQ@IGLOU.COM Louisville, Ky No, that's not what's happening. When you activate 1 Hz from 10 Hz, *of course* the Hz digit will be zero since you've been tuning in 10 Hz steps. Try this instead, with 1 Hz active, tune to a 5 Hz step while listening to the pitch of a carrier. Now press and hold TS to go back to 10 Hz steps. You'll notice no pitch change. Now press and hold TS again, and you'll find you still have a 5 in the Hz position. But if you *tune* while in 10 Hz mode, the first tuning step will jump to a whole 10 Hz frequency, and if you then go back to 1 Hz steps, the display will correctly show 0 in that position. Gary -- Gary Coffman KE4ZV | You make it, | gatech!wa4mei!ke4zv!gary Destructive Testing Systems | we break it. | emory!kd4nc!ke4zv!gary 534 Shannon Way | Guaranteed! | gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us Lawrenceville, GA 30244 | | From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:49 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!nwnews.wa.com!uw-coco!uw-beaver!nntp.cs.ubc.ca!newsxfer.itd.umich.edu!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!nntp.coast.net!news2.acs.oakland.edu!detroit.freenet.org!detroit.freenet.org!as149 From: as149@detroit.freenet.org (Murray Greenman) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Icom IC02A channel spacing. Date: 29 Nov 1995 03:06:16 GMT Organization: The Greater Detroit Free-Net Lines: 11 Message-ID: <49gin8$opo@detroit.freenet.org> NNTP-Posting-Host: detroit.freenet.org Hi, I have an IC02A which has been modded to 12.5/25 kHz channel spacing and I want to change it back. I know that it involves moving SMD diodes at the top of one of the boards, but I have no schematic or knowledge of which is which. Do you know which diodes are which, or, do you have an IC02A I can have a peep into to find out? 73, Murray ZL1BPU/W8 From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:50 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!mdisea!mothost!lmpsbbs!news From: Bruce Burke Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: IF filters vs DSP for CW Date: 26 Nov 1995 13:50:19 GMT Organization: Motorola Inc Lines: 47 Message-ID: <499rar$bdu@brokaw.comm.mot.com> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: plppp14.comm.mot.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) johns516@maroon.tc.umn.edu (Craig B. Johnson) wrote: >I just bought a Kenwood TS-930 and am thinking about getting the internal IF >filters for CW work. (I would probably get both 500 Hz filters.) However, I >am also looking at the specs for the DSP units that are available externally. >It appears that both approaches have the same goal, increased selectivity and >removal of noise. Yes, they have the same goal, however... > >How do these two approaches compare for increased selectivity? For removing >QRM? I assume the DSP units are are better at removing QRN. True? What am >I missing. Since the IF filters are part of the receiver design, they are inherently going to work better. By filtering out the undesired signals before amplification, the circuits have a much better chance of staying linear. Also, the AGC action is dependant on the total signal it is fed to it. The circuitry then makes a determination as to how much gain should be eliminated to maintain linearity. The DSP units are mathmatical monsters. The incoming analog signal is sampled and converted into a digital representation. Noise reduction is achieved by nifty algorithims which basically recognize voice as being more coherent than noise. Same thing with the auto-notch, this time in reverse. A carrier, which produces a hetrodyne in an SSB receiver, is far more coherant than a voice signal. The notch, as well as frequency response are handled through a mathematical concept known as convolution. It is a fancy way of saying you're algebraically summing together the undesired signal with it's inverse. Since everything exists in a numerically domain, it is (almost) as simple as 1+(-1)=0 and *poof* no more undesired signal. > >Any comparisons would be appreciated. The bottom line is to start out with the best possible receiver before adding the DSP unit. The better the receiver, the better the DSP performance will be. > >73, and thanks. > >Craig, AA0ZZ (nifty new call, huh?) Pretty neat call. The best one I have found so far though is VE4VV (especially during a cw contest, toward the end, when you're getting punchy!) 73, Bruce, WB4YUC From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:51 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!simtel!col.hp.com!news.corp.hp.com!isonews.bbn.hp.com!news.sweden!hpwin055.uksr!hpqmoea!dstock From: dstock@hpqmdla.sqf.hp.com (David Stockton) Subject: Re: IF filters vs DSP for CW Sender: news@hpqmoea.sqf.hp.com (SQF News Admin) Message-ID: Date: Mon, 27 Nov 1995 10:38:03 GMT References: <4937v8$el1@bronto.minn.net> Nntp-Posting-Host: hpqmocc.sqf.hp.com Organization: Hewlett-Packard LTD, South Queensferry, Scotland X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.1 PL8.8] Lines: 54 John S. Hill (jhill@minn.net) wrote: : IF filters will offer selectivity before the signal is demodulated to : audio. External DSP filters add selectivity to that audio. Selectivity : helps eliminate the problems caused by strong adjacent signals to the : frequency you are listening to. Without IF filters, the strong signal : will reduce the sensitivity of your receiver. I recommend both as the : DSP filter will add to the selectivity provided by the IF filters, : help reduce noise and help eliminate heterodynes when you're operating : SSB. If I could only have one, I'd choose the IF filter. 73, John Some of the latest radios sport DSP implemented "IF" filters and DSP demodulators. DSP techniques offer some remarkable things: A plethora of filter widths and shapes without increased hardware New freedoms between amplitude and phase responses Multiple notches with smart control (tone-seeking) Sharp filtering without the usual amount of ringing Tempting, n'est-ce pas? The problem is still the analogue to digital conversion. The very best ADCs available do not yet begin to threaten the spurious free *Instantaneous* dynamic range of the best analogue radios. So, even with IF DSP, the digital section is put late in a receiver's gain profile, possibly sheltered behind some AGC. If the DSP is creating your ultimate selectivity, then you are open to overload problems from large signals, outside your DSP bandwidth, but within the bandwidth of your analogue section. DSP before or after demodulation is not the deciding factor, it is the inter-relationship of the profiles of gains, bandwidths, and dynamic ranges down the stages of the receiver that matter. Ultimately, I think, fabulous receivers will be made around DSP IF structures, given further progress in ADC technology, but I think that it's fair to point out that currently, going to DSP means losing some capabilities in terms of hunting small signals close to very big signals, though such radios do sound marvellous under less demanding conditions. I'd better add that I don't mean to suggest that all existing analogue radios are necessarily wonderful, some are truely awful. I mean the sort of thing that could be built by a well-read, genuinely amateur, home-brewer rather than the "features sell radios" stuff. Cheers David GM4ZNX From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:53 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!nwnews.wa.com!nwfocus.wa.com!golden.ncw.net!usenet From: gggrove@televar.com (Gary Grove) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Index Labs QRP+ vs Ten Tec Argo Date: 26 Nov 1995 22:04:43 GMT Organization: None Lines: 8 Message-ID: <49ao9r$mj4@golden.ncw.net> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: netuser19.ncw.net X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.90.3 In article , okstein@primenet.com (Charles Okstein) says: > >has anyone had experience with these two rigs? What are some of the pros and >cons of each? Thanks. I have the Argo 555 and love it! It's a QRP'ers dream rig. I don't have an Index Labs rig, but have a friend that does and he's really pleased with it. Looks like you can't go wrong with either! From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:53 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.magicnet.net!usenet From: fmoor@magicnet.net (Fred Moore) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Index Labs QRP+ vs Ten Tec Argo Date: 26 Nov 1995 23:44:33 GMT Organization: MagicNet, Inc. Lines: 14 Message-ID: <49au51$973@comet.magicnet.net> References: <49ao9r$mj4@golden.ncw.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: pm2-07.magicnet.net X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.92.6+ In article <49ao9r$mj4@golden.ncw.net>, gggrove@televar.com (Gary Grove) says: > >In article , okstein@primenet.com (Charles Okstein) says: >> >>has anyone had experience with these two rigs? What are some of the pros and >>cons of each? Thanks. > >I have the Argo 555 and love it! It's a QRP'ers dream rig. I don't have an Index >Labs rig, but have a friend that does and he's really pleased with it. Looks like >you can't go wrong with either! I suggest this question be asked on the QRP list server. send mail to qrp-1@Lehigh.EDU for information From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:54 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!simtel!news.net99.net!news!rec From: rec@goodnet.com (Richard Eyre-Eagles) Subject: Info needed on MFJ-9406X 6m xcvr Message-ID: Organization: GoodNet X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Date: Sun, 26 Nov 1995 17:15:49 GMT Lines: 16 is anyone out there using one of these yet? Is it worth the $239?? Please leave me e-mail with your positive or negative reviews. ps: does this radio also do CW? The picture of the radio I have is out of focus and I can't see if there is a 1/8 jack for a key on the front. de KJ7MU -- ================================================================== Richard Eyre-Eagles, KJ7MU | "The opinions expressed are not Tempe, Arizona | those of anyone but myself" ================================================================== From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:56 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!mdisea!mothost!lmpsbbs!news From: Bruce Burke Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: J POLE ANTENNA PLANS Date: 26 Nov 1995 14:48:33 GMT Organization: Motorola Inc Lines: 83 Message-ID: <499uo1$bdu@brokaw.comm.mot.com> References: <48t4si$in4@brokaw.comm.mot.com> <491loc$jil@newsbf02.news.aol.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: plppp14.comm.mot.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) w8jitom@aol.com (W8JI Tom) wrote: >In article <48t4si$in4@brokaw.comm.mot.com>, burke_br@adcae1.comm.mot.com >(Bruce Burke) writes: > >Hi Bruce, > >A balun is needed whenever a feedline connection to ground or some other >electrical mass will disturb the current distribution in the antenna. One >test of this is if any electrical potential difference exists between the >antenna and the other electrical mass. > >Taping the feedline to the shield side element does form a crude balun. >The shield then leaves the area of the antenna at a low or electrically >neutral point. Leaving the antenna with the feedline at other angles will >result in some increase in parallel current, with straight up being the >worse condition (as you mentioned).. > >But adding a different form of working balun will not "mess up" the >antenna at all! > >The main pattern skewing caused by unequal current in stub conductors is >in the elevation pattern of the antenna, not the pattern on the azimuth. I >wouldn't expect to see a big azimuth variation unless the stub had wide >conductor spacing compared to stub length. Which is precisely why I hammered at getting the feed and antenna length exactly correct, they are critical in antenna system's performance. There will be some distortion anyway since 1/2 of the stub exists in only one point about the anenna. As I previously mentiond, it would be an improvement to have in completely encircle the anenna, but again, it isn't practical for the small amount of improvement achieved. > >Your real world results seem to agree with my understanding of how the >antenna behaves, and Moritz's theoretical explaination was also not wrong. > >73 Tom Tom, Obviously, we aren't going to converge on this. Theory doesn't converge nicely either. In my opinion, this antenna will not work better with a balun if properly manufactured and adjusted. Actually, it should deteriorate in performance. In this antenna, the current balun would ruin it as it would try and force the currents to be in phase on the stub which would result in the stub radiating, which is what we are trying to avoid. Unless you were actually referring to an un-un.(I hate that term!) The quarter wave stub acts as both the decoupling mechanism and matching device, at least from what I can gather from available materials and a friend who works on antenna design. I personally belive that at VHF and UHF, the construction of most baluns are beyond the average amateurs capability. I know, I've frustrated myself with them thoroughly! (And strained some friendships!) Especially "current" baluns, which are mechanical nightmares. (Outside of the naturally occuring 4:1) Your comments also seem to be lumping baluns together with decoupling devices. Although they do overlap, for this antenna they need to be distinguished. By the strictest definition balun means a transformation from an unbalanced to balanced condition or vice-versa. Feed line radiation reduction then becomes a side benifit of not having imcompatible systems placed together. Like feeding a 1/2 wave dipole with coax directly. Here the antenna currents are in phase at the feed point and it needs to be fed that way. In the jpole, the stub currents are out of phase and likewise, it needs to be fed that way. Again I'll hammer this point - care must be taken when feeding and adjusting this antenna! All the decoupling in the world won't fix a poorly handled feedpoint. The most I could ever recommend someone adding to a jpole feed point is a sleeve choke as a decoupling device, not a balun. The jpole feed resembles this in first place though. 73, Bruce, WB4YUC From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:58 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: w8jitom@aol.com (W8JI Tom) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: J POLE ANTENNA PLANS Date: 27 Nov 1995 08:51:28 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 25 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <49cfp0$i99@newsbf02.news.aol.com> References: <499uo1$bdu@brokaw.comm.mot.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com X-Newsreader: AOL Offline Reader In article <499uo1$bdu@brokaw.comm.mot.com>, Bruce Burke writes: > >The most I could ever recommend someone adding to a jpole feed point is a >sleeve >choke as a decoupling device, not a balun. The jpole feed resembles this in >first >place though. > >73, >Bruce, WB4YUC Hi Bruce, Choke baluns (current baluns) are isolating devices. They are also baluns. I said choke balun because a voltage balun would not isolate the feedpoint. A sleeve type balun or a small coil of minature coax would be fine. The J pole feed certainly "resembles" this when the feedline follows the short element (or the element where the shield attaches) to the voltage null. I think we are saying the same basic things, just in different jargon. 73 Tom From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:14:59 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!castle.nando.net!news From: Dave Hockaday Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: JPS NIR-10 firmware upgrade Date: 26 Nov 1995 20:03:47 GMT Organization: News & Observer Public Access Lines: 19 Message-ID: <49ah73$jdb@castle.nando.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: grail1110.nando.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) I just bought the rev. 4.0 firmware upgrade for my NIR-10. I must say, I think it's the best upgrade yet. It adds adjustablilty to the Peak mode, and "AUTO" to the NIR mode. The NIR mode is much smoother. and I don't notice the "processed" sound I heard in the NIR mode before. My ver 3.0 sounded a bit hollow when NIR and auto-notch was used, but it's not noticed in the 4.0. The "Auto"-NIR is slick...it's adjustment to NIR level is completely transparent. Now to try one of those ANC-4's...I'm thinking of trying one on my 10 meter repeater. The receive site is a constant hassle for me and the local Power co. to try and keep the noise floor down. There is a 220 and 440 repeater at the same site, but the noise isn't a problem that high in frequency. I've changed the RX to one with a noise blanker, but that often isn't good enough. This ANC-4 sounds like the ticket. I have a preamp on the repeater rx, so that will probably compensate for insertion losses. 73 de Dave WB4IUY From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:00 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!pipeline!psinntp!psinntp!psinntp!interramp.com!usenet From: store131@interramp.com (George Pabon) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Kenwood and Icom 4sale!!! Date: 28 Nov 1995 03:18:58 GMT Organization: Danjen Computers Lines: 24 Message-ID: <49dv32$1lk@usenet1.interramp.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ip216.albany.new-york.interramp.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: Text/Plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.5 Forsale: Kenwood TS430S $500.00 Kenwood AT-250 $250.00 Icom SM-8 Desk Mike $ 50.00 Icom 229H $250.00 Astron RS 20-M $100.00 None of the above units have ever seen the inside of a car. The TS430S is in mint condition. The AT-250 is in excellent condition. The SM-8 is in mint condition and is wired for the TS430S and Icom 229H. The Astron supply is also in mint condition. If you are interested in any of the above please e- mail me. If you are curious why I'm selling all of this, the fact is that I use them about 3 times a year. They are just collecting dust. Please give them a nice home where they will used. George e-mail address: goflying@interramp.com From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:01 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.heurikon.com!news.ahc.ameritech.com!ddsw1!news.mcs.net!van-bc!news.cyberstore.ca!math.ohio-state.edu!pacific.mps.ohio-state.edu!freenet.columbus.oh.us!magnus.acs.ohio-state.edu!csn!ub!news.kei.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!sparky!nlcnews.nlc.state.ne.us!usenet From: mcduffie@hannibal.wncc.cc.ne.us (Gary McDuffie, Sr.) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Kenwood and Icom 4sale!!! Date: Tue, 28 Nov 1995 20:23:29 GMT Organization: AG0N's Radio Ranch Lines: 14 Message-ID: <30bb4021.3667836@nlcnews.nlc.state.ne.us> References: <49dv32$1lk@usenet1.interramp.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: 198.206.239.247 X-Newsreader: Forte Agent .99c/16.141 On 28 Nov 1995 03:18:58 GMT, store131@interramp.com (George Pabon) wrote: >Forsale: > >Kenwood TS430S $500.00 >Kenwood AT-250 $250.00 >Icom SM-8 Desk Mike $ 50.00 >Icom 229H $250.00 >Astron RS 20-M $100.00 Buyer beware! Check out those prices. You can do better buying new on some of them!!!! Gary From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:01 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!usc!ccnet.com!usenet From: rbickel@ccnet.com (Robert Bickel) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Kenwood TM-241 Aircraft Recive Date: 27 Nov 1995 03:33:58 GMT Organization: CCnet Communications (510-988-7140 guest) Lines: 7 Message-ID: <49bbj6$f4f@ccnet2.ccnet.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: h96-218.ccnet.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Summary: Can TM-241 Air band sensitivity be improved? I've got a Kenwood TM-241 and it exhibits very low sensitvity on the AM aircraft band. I'm told that some are better than others and wonder if anyone knows of a fix. I checked the mods listings at BARC and found nothing on the rig. Any comments are appreciated. Thank-you Robert From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:02 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!nntp.net-link.net!news From: billrobb@serv01.net-link.net (William C. Robbins) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Kenwood TS850SAT For Sale Date: Wed, 29 Nov 1995 17:51:25 GMT Organization: NetLink Systems, LLC. Lines: 11 Message-ID: <49hs4b$8k3@leol.net-link.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: p1-20.net-link.net X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent v0.55 Kenwood TS850S-AT in mint condition, covering all Ham bands from 160 - 10 meters. General coverage receiver, also, covering from 50 kHz to 30 MHZ. Built in antenna tuner, 100 memory channels, tunable AF notch filter, speech processor, etc. $1,200. Please contact me at: billrobb@serv01.net-link.net Days 616/345-7988 Evenings 616/375-7978 From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:03 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!uwm.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!milo.mcs.anl.gov!usenet From: RGF Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: KENWOOD WEBSITE WHERE???? Date: Tue, 28 Nov 1995 12:22:42 -0800 Organization: ANL Lines: 8 Message-ID: <30BB6F92.6616@anl.gov> References: <95332.152305S624684@vm.uni-bocconi.it> NNTP-Posting-Host: foster.ctd.anl.gov Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 2.0b3 (Win16; I) To: Giuseppe Sorrentino Giuseppe Sorrentino wrote: > > I'll thank a lot to who will be able to communicate me the internet > address of kenwood rig company(i'm sure it exists). > > tnx for 73 > > DEFCONThe WWW page is http://www.kenwood.net/ From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:04 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!uwm.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!milo.mcs.anl.gov!usenet From: RGF Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: KENWOOD WEBSITE WHERE???? Date: Tue, 28 Nov 1995 12:23:30 -0800 Organization: ANL Lines: 8 Message-ID: <30BB6FC2.2C42@anl.gov> References: <95332.152305S624684@vm.uni-bocconi.it> NNTP-Posting-Host: foster.ctd.anl.gov Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 2.0b3 (Win16; I) To: Giuseppe Sorrentino Giuseppe Sorrentino wrote: > > I'll thank a lot to who will be able to communicate me the internet > address of kenwood rig company(i'm sure it exists). > > tnx for 73 > > DEFCONThe World Wide Web site is http://www.kenwood.net/ From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:05 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.exodus.net!news.alt.net!news.serv.net!solaris.cc.vt.edu!box185.ams.vt.edu!user From: pelt@vt.edu (Ranson J. Pelt) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: KENWOOD WEBSITE WHERE???? Date: Tue, 28 Nov 1995 11:19:06 -0500 Organization: Virginia Tech Lines: 16 Message-ID: References: <95332.152305S624684@vm.uni-bocconi.it> NNTP-Posting-Host: box185.ams.vt.edu In article <95332.152305S624684@vm.uni-bocconi.it>, Giuseppe Sorrentino wrote: > I'll thank a lot to who will be able to communicate me the internet > address of kenwood rig company(i'm sure it exists). > > tnx for 73 > > DEFCON Try http://www.accessnv.com/kenwood/amateur.html -- Ranson J. Pelt pelt@vt.edu QST de nz4i From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:06 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.eznet.net!news.enterprise.net!btnet!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!news.interlog.com!ra.isisnet.com!ccn.cs.dal.ca!ab409 From: ab409@ccn.cs.dal.ca (Barry Hallett) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: KPC 3 TNC WANTED Date: 28 Nov 1995 00:27:45 GMT Organization: Chebucto Community Net Lines: 5 Message-ID: <49dl21$l5v@ra.isisnet.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ccn.cs.dal.ca X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] -- HELLO I AM LOOKING FOR A KPC-3 TNC FOR A FELLOW HAM.PREFER WITH CABLES. THANKS BARRY VE1ROB FOR VE1DOT. From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:06 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!tower.itis.com!newsop From: David Werner Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Last TenTec Without PLL ? Date: 29 Nov 1995 18:37:00 GMT Organization: Ivory Tower Information Systems, Inc. Lines: 8 Message-ID: <49i98c$3a1@tower.itis.com> References: <49hplj$eprt@rs2.ccd.harris.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: t4.itis.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) I had exactly the same idea... So I sold my TS-850 and now am very happy with a Ten Tec Corsair. (the "II" model is slightly better but is disproportionately more expensive.) Good Luck! Dave (AA9OL) From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:07 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!uunews.computize.com!hst7.computize.com!user From: kschnell@riter.computize.com (Ken Schnell) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Logikey Keyer help Date: Mon, 27 Nov 1995 19:54:57 -0600 Organization: Computize Inc. Lines: 7 Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: hst4.computize.com My Logikey K-1 keyer quite working and I wonder if any one knows how to get ahold of the mfger so that I can send it back to get it fixed. Or can any one else out there help me. Please e-mail me for a faster response. TU -- Ken From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:08 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!newsfeed.pitt.edu!dsinc!news.ee.vill.edu!not-for-mail From: venkat@happy.ee.vill.edu (K. S. Venkatraman) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Looking for cheap 2m. handie Date: 27 Nov 1995 19:45:40 GMT Organization: Villanova University Lines: 15 Message-ID: <49d4h4$86u@ftp.ee.vill.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: happy.ee.vill.edu X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Hi, I am looking for a cheap 2m handheld.. If anyone is willing to sell theirs, I would appreciate a response. Thanks.. Venkat email:venkat@ee.vill.edu ****************************************************************************** K S Venkatraman, 443T ECE Deptt.,Villanova Univ.,Villanova, PA19085. RES: 610-254-8227, OFF: 610-519-7040, URL: http://www.ece.vill.edu/~venkat ****************************************************************************** From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:09 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!nntp.coast.net!swidir.switch.ch!serra.unipi.it!icnucevx.cnuce.cnr.it!organiss From: organiss@icnucevx.cnuce.cnr.it Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Looking for instructions about Infotech 300 and M200E Date: 27 Nov 95 22:36:14 +0100 Organization: CNUCE - CNR, Pisa - Italy Lines: 12 Message-ID: <1995Nov27.223614@icnucevx.cnuce.cnr.it> NNTP-Posting-Host: icnucevx.cnuce.cnr.it Dear Ham friends, my call-sign is IN3YGW and I am an Italian radio amateur. I'm looking for the I nstruction book of an RTTY equipment produced by the Infotech. I mean two diffe rent models: model 300 and the model M200E. If somebody can send it to me I will pay for all the expenses. Anyway, if you h ave the instructions just contact me and we will sure agree. Since I am guest of another Internet user, please e-mail your answers to MASTIN O@ISSCNR.AREA.SS.CNR.IT Thanks in advance for your kind collaboration, Antonello Mastino IN3YGW From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:10 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.heurikon.com!uwvax!uchinews!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!uwm.edu!lll-winken.llnl.gov!decwrl!amd!netcomsv!uu4news.netcom.com!netcomsv!uu3news.netcom.com!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: lnorvill@ix.netcom.com (LELAND A. NORVILLE ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: looking for ts-440 at Date: 26 Nov 1995 00:33:21 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 10 Message-ID: <498ckh$76b@ixnews7.ix.netcom.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-sac6-14.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Sat Nov 25 4:33:21 PM PST 1995 I am looking for a TS-440 AT and I would rather swap test equip instead of cash, If there is anyone interested, drop me a note via e-mail I am really looking for some kind of HF rig w/ a built in tuner, as I live in an area that really frowns on antennas, and a wire is really the only way I can go. Thanks for reading this. 73's, Lee Norville KD6KCD From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:11 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!hermes.is.co.za!news.pix.za!usenet From: Danie Brynard Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Mod for TR-9500 wanted Date: 26 Nov 1995 07:02:14 GMT Organization: PiX - Proxima information X-change Lines: 8 Message-ID: <4993dm$dak@hawk.pix.za> NNTP-Posting-Host: net-15.pta.pix.za Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) I am looking for a modifiction for a Kenwood TR-9500 70cm all mode radio that will allow you vary its output power. At least to have a high and low power setting would also be OK. Did anybody try to remove the 'clicks' on the main tuning knob ? From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:11 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: lnorvill@ix.netcom.com (LELAND A. NORVILLE ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: mod for yaesu ft-815 Date: 27 Nov 1995 04:42:13 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 9 Message-ID: <49bfj5$1td@ixnews3.ix.netcom.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-sac7-02.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Sun Nov 26 8:42:14 PM PST 1995 I am in need of the mod for the FT-815 440 ht. There is a mod to open up the t/r bandwidth for Mars/CAP freq. operation . If anyone can come up with the mod, it would be greatly appreciated. THANKS, KD6KCD Lee Norville From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:12 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.cirrus.com!bug.rahul.net!a2i!genmagic!sgigate.sgi.com!swrinde!howland.reston.ans.net!news-e1a.megaweb.com!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: geraden2@aol.com (Geraden2) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Mods for Icom Z1A? Date: 28 Nov 1995 18:45:16 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 9 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <49g6uc$rjv@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: geraden2@aol.com (Geraden2) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com Anyone know of mods for an Icom Z1A? If there are any available, if you could give me a point in the right direction, or email them to me at spett@hcia.com, I'd be most appreciative! Thx in advance! Scott Pettigrew, N8VSI From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:13 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.dpc.net!news.heurikon.com!news.ahc.ameritech.com!ddsw1!news.mcs.net!bug.rahul.net!a2i!genmagic!sgigate.sgi.com!swrinde!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.mid.net!news.nde.state.ne.us!usenet From: Someone Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Need good used HF rig Date: 29 Nov 1995 20:39:10 GMT Organization: Lincoln Public Schools Lines: 6 Message-ID: <49igde$mus@news.nde.state.ne.us> NNTP-Posting-Host: 204.137.88.77 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Macintosh; I; 68K) X-URL: news:rec.radio.amateur.equipment I'm a new ham, and I don't have anything except a lisence, so if anyone has one for sale, E-mail me. Thanx! From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:14 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: rickcrider@aol.com (RICKCRIDER) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Need Help: Repeater Amp and Pre-amp. Date: 26 Nov 1995 05:34:39 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 12 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <499frv$kvn@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: rickcrider@aol.com (RICKCRIDER) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com We (our radio club) are considering adding a receive pre-amp and a power amp to our 2 meter repeater. I'm confused about the duplexer cavities and their placement. Should the receive pre-amp go between the antenna and the duplexers or between the duplexers and the repeater itself. Also, for the power amp, should the power amp go between the repeater output and the duplexer input or between the duplexer output and the antenna. Any help on this is appreciated. Don't want to fry anything. :-) Cordially: Rick Crider KD4FXA Monroe NC From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:15 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!castle.nando.net!news From: Dave Hockaday Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Need Help: Repeater Amp and Pre-amp. Date: 26 Nov 1995 14:01:09 GMT Organization: News & Observer Public Access Lines: 34 Message-ID: <499rv5$csd@castle.nando.net> References: <499frv$kvn@newsbf02.news.aol.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: grail1110.nando.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) >We (our radio club) are considering adding a receive pre-amp and a power >amp to our 2 meter repeater. I'm confused about the duplexer cavities >and their placement. Should the receive pre-amp go between the antenna >and the duplexers or between the duplexers and the repeater itself. The receive preamp should go between the repeater receiver and the duplexers. Remember, the transmitter and receiver run at the same time on a repeater, so the preamp would need to be out of the tx path at all times. You don't need to buy a re preamp with antenna switching, since it will be full time receive. Also, I have several of the rx preamps advertised in the ham mags that are made by ARR and would recommend them hands down for repeater applications. I've tried many others, but have the best service with the ARR units. >Also, for the power amp, should the power amp go between the repeater >output and the duplexer input or between the duplexer output and the >antenna. Any help on this is appreciated. Don't want to fry anything. >Cordially: >Rick Crider >KD4FXA >Monroe NC THe TX amp should go between the repeater transmitter and duplexers. Again, the rx and tx run at the same time and the PA would need to be out of the rx path. What type of amp are you considering? Don't bother with conventional ham amps unless they are designed for repeater operation. Most amateur fixed station/mobile amps are designed for low duty cycles. Their heat sinks and internal components are inadequate for the high duty cyles that ham repeaters demand. 73 de Dave WB4IUY From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:16 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!lamarck.sura.net!news.uky.edu!ukcc.uky.edu!WALLY From: WALLY@ukcc.uky.edu (Walter R Francis) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: old clegg and polytronic radios Date: Mon, 27 Nov 95 12:43:07 EST Organization: The University of Kentucky Lines: 9 Message-ID: <17463B2DFS86.WALLY@ukcc.uky.edu> References: <497cc9$sq8@usenetp1.news.prodigy.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ukcc.uky.edu I have heard some plugs that Radio Shack has called Jones plugs.. Don't see my catalogue around at the moment, but they're in the section with all the DC type plugs.. I use them on medium amperage connections, works fine for mobile units and such to disconnect quickly. --- Walter _ Wally@POP.UKY.EDU KE4UWN R _ // Wally@UKCC.UKY.EDU Alinco 580 2/70 Beam Francis ›X/ Francis@MIK.UKY.EDU Kenwood 530S DXCC Dipole From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:17 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.magicnet.net!usenet From: fmoor@magicnet.net (Fred Moore) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.antennas Subject: Re: Opinions of GAP verticals Date: 26 Nov 1995 23:36:40 GMT Organization: MagicNet, Inc. Lines: 18 Message-ID: <49atm8$973@comet.magicnet.net> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: pm2-07.magicnet.net X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.92.6+ In article , Kory Hamzeh says: > > >I had just narrowed my choice of antennas down to a butternut or hygain >vertical, when I saw the add for GAP. They make some very bold claims in >there adds. I was wondering if anyone can share there experiences with >the GAPs, specially compared to the butternut hf6v or the hygain dx88. >I've never seens a decent vertical without radials. Both the hygain and >the butternut have radials. I'm most interested in the 20,40,80 meters >for DXing and 10 meters for local nets. I'm looking at the GAP TitanDX. > >Thanks, >Kory >KE6VWO > I havd used all of the verticals you mentioned, currently I use a GAP their claims are true, wouldn't trade mine... From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:18 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!ihnp4.ucsd.edu!news1.ucsd.edu!news-mail-gateway From: pipeline-mailer@usa.pipeline.COM Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Pipeline USA -- Mail Error Date: 30 Nov 95 00:11:53 GMT Organization: ucsd usenet gateway Lines: 20 Message-ID: <199511300011.TAA10388@mail1.h1.usa.pipeline.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ucsd.edu Originator: daemon@ucsd.edu Some messages that you have sent were damaged in transmission and were unable to be retrieved by the addressee. We kindly request that you re-transmit this message. Thank you for your cooperation. Damaged Messages ---------------- To -- Subject -- Date radiogeorge -- Ham-Equip Digest V95 #614 -- Wed, 22 Nov 95 16:46:56 PST radiogeorge -- Ham-Equip Digest V95 #615 -- Thu, 23 Nov 95 04:30:25 PST radiogeorge -- Ham-Equip Digest V95 #616 -- Thu, 23 Nov 95 12:53:50 PST radiogeorge -- Ham-Equip Digest V95 #617 -- Fri, 24 Nov 95 02:28:15 PST radiogeorge -- Ham-Equip Digest V95 #618 -- Fri, 24 Nov 95 04:30:20 PST radiogeorge -- Ham-Equip Digest V95 #619 -- Fri, 24 Nov 95 17:11:48 PST radiogeorge -- Ham-Equip Digest V95 #620 -- Sat, 25 Nov 95 04:30:26 PST radiogeorge -- Ham-Equip Digest V95 #621 -- Sat, 25 Nov 95 20:33:59 PST radiogeorge -- Ham-Equip Digest V95 #623 -- Sun, 26 Nov 95 09:54:27 PST radiogeorge -- Ham-Equip Digest V95 #624 -- Mon, 27 Nov 95 02:58:37 PST From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:19 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!matlock.mindspring.com!usenet From: wave@mindspring.com (Pieter Ibelings) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Power out outside VHF band (IC-706) Date: 26 Nov 1995 22:10:52 GMT Organization: -.-. --.- -.. -..- Lines: 14 Message-ID: <49aolc$11g2@stealth.mindspring.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: wave.mindspring.com Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.93.11 I measured the output power into a 50 ohm load of the IC-706 transceiver outside the 144-148 band with the D59 mod. Here are the results: Frequency Power (mW) 118 1.3 128 3.2 138 6.7 149 2.7 158 0.04 168 0.08 174 0.16 73's From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:19 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: scibelli@ix.netcom.com (Christopher Scibelli) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Power supplies: Astron or Daiwa or other? Date: Tue, 28 Nov 1995 02:52:06 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 19 Message-ID: <49dtil$cgk@ixnews4.ix.netcom.com> References: <1995Nov27.203813.18220@schbbs.mot.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-spr-ma1-20.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Mon Nov 27 6:53:09 PM PST 1995 X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 jlowman@netcom.com (Jim Lowman) wrote: >I am thinking of buying the Astron RS-50M, and would be interested in >hearing any responses that you get. >Thanks...Jim Jim, I've used the Astron 35A for 5 years. I did have the on/off switch go on me a few years back and they sent me a new one free of charge with no questions asked. They seem to be extremely well built and the service was great. I'd buy an Astron in a nano. Chris NU1O ---------------------- scibelli@ix.netcom.com sjs1994@delphi.com From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:21 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.kreonet.re.kr!news.dacom.co.kr!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: lnorvill@ix.netcom.com (LELAND A. NORVILLE ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Power supplies: Astron or Daiwa or other? Date: 28 Nov 1995 06:47:14 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 29 Message-ID: <49eb9i$26o@ixnews2.ix.netcom.com> References: <1995Nov27.203813.18220@schbbs.mot.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-sac6-15.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Mon Nov 27 10:47:15 PM PST 1995 In jlowman@netcom.com (Jim Lowman) writes: > >o10022@a81.corp.mot.com wrote: > >: Your experience-based opinions would be appreciated. I suggest an >: email response, unless you feel thet others in this forum would be >: interested. > >Unless you do not read this newsgroup often, it would be nice to keep >responses to this question out in the open, please. > >I am thinking of buying the Astron RS-50M, and would be interested in >hearing any responses that you get. > >Thanks...Jim > >jlowman@netcom.com | Jim Lowman * KF6CR* San Bernardino, CA >Systems Analyst | San Bernardino City Unified School District >(909) 881-8146 (O) | Unix: "It isn't supposed to be easy...If it >(909) 862-0662 (FAX)| was, everyone would be doing it." -Unknown- Jim, have you given any thought to HP power supplies? they make a great system supply, 0-24v/0-40a and also some great switcher supplies @ 30-50a. Lee Norville *KD6KCD * From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:22 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: "James A. Storm" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Power supplies: Astron or Daiwa or other? Date: 28 Nov 1995 09:14:34 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 16 Message-ID: <49ejtq$223@cloner3.netcom.com> References: <1995Nov27.203813.18220@schbbs.mot.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-smx-ca1-03.ix.netcom.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-NETCOM-Date: Tue Nov 28 1:14:34 AM PST 1995 X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1PE (Windows; I; 16bit) I would suggest Astron. I've been using an RS-20A for over 20 years. I did have a problem with it once. RF got into it and it stopped working. Astron repaired and modified it at very reasonable cost. That was 15 or more years ago. I also have a newer RS-35M. Yes they are somewhat large and heavy but they sure work like a champ. When I first got the newer one I measured the output with a Fluke DVM and it was exactly 13.8 VDC. It is very "stiff." When the power supply is turned off, it takes about 4 or 5 seconds before the radio actually goes off. I can't knock other power supplies since I have no experience with them, but you can't go wrong with Astron. 73, WB6LWS Jim in Pacifica, CA From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:22 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!brighton.openmarket.com!decwrl!purdue!haven.umd.edu!cville-srv.wam.umd.edu!ham From: ham@w3eax.umd.edu (Scott Rosenfeld NF3I) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Power supplies: Astron or Daiwa or other? Date: 28 Nov 1995 14:48:17 GMT Organization: I need to put my ORGANIZATION here. Lines: 7 Message-ID: <49f7fh$qh5@cville-srv.wam.umd.edu> References: <1995Nov27.203813.18220@schbbs.mot.com> <49eb9i$26o@ixnews2.ix.netcom.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: w3eax.umd.edu Not to forget Lambda. Very rugged, and they're backed by the company until the end of time. -- Scott Rosenfeld NF3I Burtonsville, MD FM19 QRV 40-10/6/2/440 ** Yes, you CAN do VHF contests with 25W and omni antennas ** Still stuck at 138 countries confirmed on HF w/dipoles... -------------------------------------------------------------- From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:23 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!nwnews.wa.com!nwfocus.wa.com!mdisea!mothost!newdelph.rtsg.mot.com!oribi!sherwood From: sherwood@oribi.cig.mot.com (Charles A. Sherwood) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Power supplies: Astron or Daiwa or other? Date: 28 Nov 1995 18:18:36 GMT Organization: Motorola Inc., Cellular Infrastructure Group Lines: 19 Message-ID: <49fjps$ae9@newdelph.rtsg.mot.com> References: <1995Nov27.203813.18220@schbbs.mot.com> <49ejtq$223@cloner3.netcom.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: oribi.rtsg.mot.com In article <49ejtq$223@cloner3.netcom.com> "James A. Storm" writes: >I would suggest Astron. I've been using an RS-20A for over 20 years. I > > 73, WB6LWS Jim in Pacifica, CA I was told that someone would not honor the guarantee of their radios when they were used with astron power supplies. (kenwood, I think) Has anyone else hear this? It might not hurt to check before buying.... chuck sherwood N9QZT sherwood@cig.mot.com -- Chuck Sherwood sherwood@cig.mot.com 708-632-7078 From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:24 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.uoregon.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!uwm.edu!chi-news.cic.net!nntp.coast.net!news.kei.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!nntp-hub2.barrnet.net!news1.digital.com!decwrl!amd!netcomsv!uu4news.netcom.com!netcomsv!uu3news.netcom.com!ix.netcom.com!netcom.com!jlowman From: jlowman@netcom.com (Jim Lowman) Subject: Re: Power supplies: Astron or Daiwa or other? Message-ID: Organization: NETCOM On-line Communication Services (408 261-4700 guest) X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL1] References: <1995Nov27.203813.18220@schbbs.mot.com> Date: Tue, 28 Nov 1995 00:24:42 GMT Lines: 18 Sender: jlowman@netcom.netcom.com o10022@a81.corp.mot.com wrote: : Your experience-based opinions would be appreciated. I suggest an : email response, unless you feel thet others in this forum would be : interested. Unless you do not read this newsgroup often, it would be nice to keep responses to this question out in the open, please. I am thinking of buying the Astron RS-50M, and would be interested in hearing any responses that you get. Thanks...Jim jlowman@netcom.com | Jim Lowman * KF6CR* San Bernardino, CA Systems Analyst | San Bernardino City Unified School District (909) 881-8146 (O) | Unix: "It isn't supposed to be easy...If it (909) 862-0662 (FAX)| was, everyone would be doing it." -Unknown- From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:25 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!ux.accesscom.net!usenet From: kevind@accesscom.net Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: R.E. ICOM 735 Date: 29 Nov 1995 02:31:56 GMT Organization: AccessCom Lines: 5 Message-ID: <49ggms$1c0@ux.accesscom.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: p10.accesscom.net X-Newsreader: SPRY News 3.03 (SPRY, Inc.) I am looking for anyone that has or knows where I can purchase an interface to my ICOM735 to my PC. Thanks, Kevin From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:25 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!rockyd!cmcl2!cmcl2.nyu.edu!sdp9513 From: sdp9513@is.nyu.edu (Sheila D. Pongnon) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Radio For Sale Date: 27 Nov 1995 03:44:04 GMT Organization: New York University Lines: 3 Message-ID: <49bc64$9g5@cmcl2.NYU.EDU> NNTP-Posting-Host: acf4.nyu.edu X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Baby Boom Box for sale $25. Straight out of the box. E-mail me at sdp9513@is.nyu.edu if interested. From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:27 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!gatech2!news01.aud.alcatel.com!gatech!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!prodigy.com!usenet From: NCZN58B@prodigy.com (James Dean) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Radio with Taping at Selected Times? Date: 28 Nov 1995 04:55:26 GMT Organization: Prodigy Services Company 1-800-PRODIGY Lines: 15 Distribution: world Message-ID: <49e4nu$1j8k@usenetw1.news.prodigy.com> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: inugap5.news.prodigy.com X-Newsreader: Version 1.2 I just caught the tail end of this thread, so forgive me if I cover some old ground. I use a Radio Shack Cassette recorder AM/FM clock radio combination to record at selected times. Set the radio to the desired freq, set the clock to wake to music, and the selector to radio, then set the alarm to go off at the program start time. Press record on the tape drive, so when the alarm kicks in, the radio comes on, and the tape starts. - JAMES DEAN KD4USF NCZN58B@prodigy.com Yes that's really my name. From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:28 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!usit.net!arcade-slip2.dynamic.usit.net!user From: kaboom@usit.net (Michael) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: rechargable alkalines- comments wanted Date: 27 Nov 1995 20:40:18 GMT Organization: United States Internet, Inc. Lines: 13 Message-ID: References: <4977af$1qd@panix2.panix.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: arcade-slip2.dynamic.usit.net In article <4977af$1qd@panix2.panix.com>, reinerp@panix.com (Peter Reiner) wrote: > How do the new "millenium" rechargable alkalines compare with > nicads in terms of power output and life? Do you mean the Rayovac "Renewal" batteries? I don't think millenium are alkaline... I believe they are nicads. As for Renewals, I've had them for a year. They do take a charge OK, but the power in them, right from the start, is more like a carbon-zinc battery than an alkaline. They don't have much instantaneous current capability. For instance, a brand-new set won't start my camcorder (which has an alkaline holder), but normal alkalines run it just fine. From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:29 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!news.compuserve.com!news.production.compuserve.com!news From: Erik Westgard <71505.341@CompuServe.COM> Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: rechargable alkalines- comments wanted Date: 28 Nov 1995 02:27:32 GMT Organization: CompuServe, Inc. (1-800-689-0736) Lines: 25 Message-ID: <49ds2k$jnt$2@mhafm.production.compuserve.com> References: There is a technical paper out on the "Renewal" brand rechargable Alkaline batteries you can get by calling 800-237-7000. They are supposed to be about like other alkalines the first time around, and then steadily lose capacity. I use the AA types in various portable radios, CD players and scanners. Alkalines in general don't have much surge current capacity, so are not suggested for transmitters like high power HT's. Renewals do not like to be deep discharged, and have no memory properties. I was deep discharging mine (long years of ni-cad practice) and was ruining quite a few. They have a modified design from the throw-away models, and use a fast-pulse charger. The chargers cut out at about 1.6 volts- "bad" batteries won't charge that far, and the red light stays on on the charger. I have not seen the claimed 25 cycles, but have gotten as far as 5-6 so far. (About 5% of my batteries fail every charge, so I may not get to 25 cycles). Shelf life (and self-discharge rates) so good that I sold all of my loose Ni-cads at a recent hamfest. I still run the stock Ni-cad packs and fast chragers for those rigs where I have them. 73's Erik, NY9D From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:30 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!malgudi.oar.net!watt.oedison.com!usenet From: wagnerj@watt.oedison.com (John Wagner) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: rechargable alkalines- comments wanted Date: Tue, 28 Nov 1995 20:07:08 GMT Organization: Ohio Edison Company, Akron OH Lines: 32 Message-ID: <49fpsk$177a@watt.oedison.com> References: <4977af$1qd@panix2.panix.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: go-bus-appl-4-8x.oedison.com X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 On 25 Nov 1995 08:56:31 -0500 reinerp@panix.com (Peter Reiner) wrote: >How do the new "millenium" rechargable alkalines compare with >nicads in terms of power output and life? I've been using the Rayovac Renewal batteries in a Tandy Zoomer Personal Digital Assistant for about 6 months, and have had pretty good luck with them. I agree with the other replies though, that they don't like deep discharge and won't provide a lot of current. The problem I have is that the Zoomer sucks batteries dry (<0.75 volts) before it says the batteries are low. When the Renewal's get that low it takes 2 or more charge cycles to get them nearly all the way back. I'm on cycle 12, and they are just about at the end of their lives. I found the payback happens after about 5 to 6 cycles, if you figure the cost of (4 AA Renewals + 4 AA charger) vs 20-24 conventional AA Alkalines. ------------------------------------------------------------------- John Wagner wagnerj@watt.oedison.com -----BEGIN PGP PUBLIC KEY BLOCK----- Version: 2.6.2 mQENAzCbmRAAAAEH/2XyyuEu+F2a5SmdU2P+62bAPivG1+5A4mmjy6diK3pW3lW4 sUfxiv0UzZrDC+nicvNW3GlazwM2Oc2dLwlX/OX9CszWDryg5rK4Ga8X5dj1mlac QwG2ESHUIbCkOLUvXJOWDFhuFNtrTk1q1aepRWg1YsRxFnHqBaQCdBX2c3ctE6T3 vQJk/4FMimpQcPNEupCUtX8lk2rly1GSeIUxvY95eZXhdQZyK7Uiquyokc1bxBwb 7uhNtNhjNi7JpI4wtTP1uC1bGaXLWCAw6w6JHXnFspPqcgRKjn0y0ZUeiYJ7lc1R G+qfmoIsWwtsHz/Skb4UfuTaakhD8uL+eM1x48EABRG0HkpvaG4gV2FnbmVyIDxX YWduZXJKV0Btc24uY29tPg== =WVd9 -----END PGP PUBLIC KEY BLOCK----- From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:31 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!oronet!news From: rst-engr@oro.net (Jim Weir) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: rechargable alkalines- comments wanted Date: Wed, 29 Nov 1995 18:02:36 GMT Organization: RST Engineering Lines: 32 Message-ID: <49i7bh$js2@hg.oro.net> References: <4977af$1qd@panix2.panix.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: rst-engr.oro.net X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 reinerp@panix.com (Peter Reiner) wrote: >How do the new "millenium" rechargable alkalines compare with >nicads in terms of power output and life? millenium --> Renewal(tm) Well, I just did a rather in-depth study of them for use in aircraft hand-helds and wrote an article that is due to be published in "KITPLANES" magazine in January or February. You might want to get a copy of that magazine. Failing that (copyright laws and all) I'll post a copy of the article (less photos) in my ftp site and you can download it in March. Sorry about the delay, but my editor has first publication rights. The bottom line, though, is that they are the best thing since bottled beer for a medium-power handheld, ESPECIALLY if you RTFM and recharge them BEFORE they get so low that recharging is a real effort for them. I've got a set in my 2-m Kenwood that have been there for two years, weekly if not daily use, and I must have 50 recharge cycles on them and they still test in the high green on my loadmeter after charge. Jim Jim Weir VP Engineering | "We seem to be standing on RST Engineering | the foreskin of technology." Grass Valley CA 95945 | (Gen Chuck Yeager) voice/fax 916/272-1432 | rst-engr@oro.net AR Adv WB6BHI CFI A&G/Comml Inst A&G/A&P/C-182A N73CQ From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:32 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.magicnet.net!usenet From: fmoor@magicnet.net (Fred Moore) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Repeater Controller suggestions Date: 26 Nov 1995 23:28:25 GMT Organization: MagicNet, Inc. Lines: 57 Message-ID: <49at6p$973@comet.magicnet.net> References: <48g4j8$3ks@newsstand.cit.cornell.edu> <48p8vu$les@ixnews4.ix.netcom.com> <48qm40$na1@engr.orst.edu> <1995Nov21.201416.50755@cobra.uni.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: pm2-07.magicnet.net X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.92.6+ In article <1995Nov21.201416.50755@cobra.uni.edu>, Conklin@forbin.com (Chris Conkln) says: > >In article <48qm40$na1@engr.orst.edu>, > steinr@holmes.ece.orst.edu (Raymond Stein) wrote: >>In article <48p8vu$les@ixnews4.ix.netcom.com>, >>Kevin Karamanos wrote: >>>In <48g4j8$3ks@newsstand.cit.cornell.edu> F. Kevin Feeney >>> writes: >>>> >>>>Hi, Check out the 7k controller by SCOM we are using several of them and whey give us the control needed, and are very reliable... Good luck with your decision.... >>>> >>>>We're upgrading our repeater and would like to add a controller that >>>is >>>>very flexible and easy to remotely program. I've looked at the CAT >>>>series, and we have an RC85 - what's the next generation beyond these >>>>like? I"ve heard of new controllers based on PC's and sound cards. >>>Anyone >>>>have pointers to controllers of this type, or any other new >>>controllers I >>>>should be aware of? >>>> >>>>Thanks in advance. >>>> >>>>Kevin, WB2EMS >>>>"Unencrypted email is just another word for evidence." >>> >>>You may want to look at the Link-Comm Repeater Controllers, they are >>>based in Bozeman MT. Phone: 406-482-7515. >>> >>>73's >>> >>>Kevin >> >>Actually, Link Communications, Inc is at: >> >>115 Second Avenue, N.E. >>PO BOX 1071 >>Sidney, MT 59270-1071 >>1-800-610-4085 > >Since we are on the internet, those with web or ftp priviledge can download >user manuals to read up on what all Link's boxes can do: > >ftp://infonet.net/showcase/linkcomm > >For $649 the RLC2 does everything the ACC RC96 did and several dozen more > >Chris Conklin, N0PAV >444.65 Cedar Falls, Iowa (Yes Virginia, it is an RLC2) > >Chris Conklin >Amateur Radio station N0PAV >Conklin@Forbin.com From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:33 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!news.uiowa.edu!news.physics.uiowa.edu!cobra.uni.edu!*Chris Conklin Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Repeater Controller suggestions Message-ID: <1995Nov27.125609.50823@cobra.uni.edu> From: Conklin@forbin.com (Chris Conkln) Date: 27 Nov 95 12:56:08 -0600 References: <48g4j8$3ks@newsstand.cit.cornell.edu> <48p8vu$les@ixnews4.ix.netcom.com><48qm40$na1@engr.orst.edu> <1995Nov21.201416.50755@cobra.uni.edu> <49at6p$973@comet.magicnet.net> Nntp-Posting-Host: nas3-08.dialup.uni.edu X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #3 Lines: 55 In article <49at6p$973@comet.magicnet.net>, fmoor@magicnet.net (Fred Moore) wrote: >In article <1995Nov21.201416.50755@cobra.uni.edu>, Conklin@forbin.com (Chris Conkln) says: >> >>In article <48qm40$na1@engr.orst.edu>, >> steinr@holmes.ece.orst.edu (Raymond Stein) wrote: >>>In article <48p8vu$les@ixnews4.ix.netcom.com>, >>>Kevin Karamanos wrote: >>>>In <48g4j8$3ks@newsstand.cit.cornell.edu> F. Kevin Feeney >>>> writes: >>>>> >>>>>Hi, > >Check out the 7k controller by SCOM we are using several of them and whey >give us the control needed, and are very reliable... Good luck with your >decision.... >>>>> >>>>>We're upgrading our repeater and would like to add a controller that >>>>is >>>>>very flexible and easy to remotely program. I've looked at the CAT >>>>>series, and we have an RC85 - what's the next generation beyond these >>>>>like? I"ve heard of new controllers based on PC's and sound cards. >>>>Anyone >>>>>have pointers to controllers of this type, or any other new >>>>controllers I >>>>>should be aware of? >>>>> >>>>>Thanks in advance. >>>>> >>>>>Kevin, WB2EMS >>>>>"Unencrypted email is just another word for evidence." >>>> >>>>You may want to look at the Link-Comm Repeater Controllers, they are >>>>based in Bozeman MT. Phone: 406-482-7515. >>>> >>>>73's >>>> >>>>Kevin >>> >>>Actually, Link Communications, Inc is at: >>> >>>115 Second Avenue, N.E. >>>PO BOX 1071 >>>Sidney, MT 59270-1071 >>>1-800-610-4085 My earlier web address for Link was erronious (as several have told me!) Try: http://ftp.netins.net/ftp/showcase/ That should do it. Chris Conklin Amateur Radio station N0PAV Conklin@Forbin.com From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:34 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!usit.net!arcade-slip2.dynamic.usit.net!user From: kaboom@usit.net (Michael) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Sinclair SC-110 Scope Date: 27 Nov 1995 20:36:13 GMT Organization: United States Internet, Inc. Lines: 3 Message-ID: References: <48tqap$1q2@ukelele.qnet.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: arcade-slip2.dynamic.usit.net Bob, what is a Sinclair 110 scope? Is it some kind of little portable scope? Email to: kaboom@usit.net From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:35 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.antenna Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!wa4mei!ke4zv!gary From: gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) Subject: Re: Source for Tower? Message-ID: <1995Nov26.152418.14900@ke4zv.atl.ga.us> Reply-To: gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) Organization: Destructive Testing Systems References: <4964v9$kda@news.infi.net> Date: Sun, 26 Nov 1995 15:24:18 GMT Lines: 26 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21750 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17332 In article <4964v9$kda@news.infi.net> grscott@nc5.infi.net writes: >I am not an amateur radio operator, but I do want to erect a tower (currently >only for an anemometer, but perhaps ultimately for a wind generator if the >wind measurement provides sufficient justification) somewhere between 80 and >120 feet high. > >Since I can weld and have hydraulics available, I may just buy some long >H-beams and build my own fold-over tower; however, if I can find a good source >for a more conventional triangular tower, I might go that way. Anybody got >any recommendations they'd care to share? Yeah, consult a *competent* structural engineer. With that long a moment arm, wind loads become significant for even modest frontal areas. The Rohn tower catalog has a good deal of information on this, but if you're building your own tower you'll need competent analysis to determine its wind survival rating with various wind load areas on top. Don't expect to put up a big wind generator, IE anything with a swept area larger than about 10 square feet, without doing some serious structural engineering. Gary -- Gary Coffman KE4ZV | You make it, | gatech!wa4mei!ke4zv!gary Destructive Testing Systems | we break it. | emory!kd4nc!ke4zv!gary 534 Shannon Way | Guaranteed! | gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us Lawrenceville, GA 30244 | | From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:36 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!mdisea!mothost!lmpsbbs!news From: Bruce Burke Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: speakers Date: 26 Nov 1995 13:29:53 GMT Organization: Motorola Inc Lines: 62 Message-ID: <499q4h$bdu@brokaw.comm.mot.com> References: <48aue8$5s6@shaar.nnc.edu> <48luad$bct@alpha.sky.net> <817147012.21776@pinetree.microserve.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: plppp14.comm.mot.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) jackl@pinetree.microserve.com (WB3U) wrote: > n4lq@iglou.iglou.com (Steve Ellington) wrote: > For >>communications recievers with low audio power output, you want a very >>efficient speaker with a small magnet. > >That's absolutely correct. Large magnet structures are only required >when it is desired to achieve the torque necessary to move large amounts >of air. Not necessarily, but I am not going to talk to magnet size, instead I will use gauss, or magnetic field strength. A high guass speaker, if designed for high frequency reproduction will be more sensitive than one with a low gauss rating. Or, will be more efficient. It's power limitations will be both a combination of the coil structure and the mechanical limits the cone can move. For communications receivers, the audio output rarely exceeds 5 watts, therefore, it is easy to find a speaker that will handle the power electrically. Then the main concern becomes mechanical capability. >To maintain a given SPL, air movement must increase as the >frequency decreases. Increased torque also means increased power >consumption, so the voice coil structure of such speakers is also much >heavier. Thus, they will be less efficient as the frequency increases, >due to (at the very least) inertia of the mass. The low frequency >response that accompanies such speakers isn't required in communications, >so there's no reason to use such an inefficient design. Mostly this assumes the use of a large speaker, but it is true, a large speaker will poorly handle the highs needed in communications work. The voice coil will be unable to change the direction of the cone mass quickly resulting in not only loss of efficiency, but distortion due to "cone break-up." > >The lack of required bass response is also the reason communications >speaker enclosures aren't usually sealed. Wavelengths at 300 Hz are >much shorter than 30 Hz, so the face and sides of the enclosure are >sufficient to prevent any front/rear cancellation that might otherwise >take place. As with the motor structure, sealing the enclosure in >order to extend the low frequency response sacrifices efficiency. Indeed, there is no need to seal the enclosure, but if you have one, just make sure that the volume of air inside is way above the critical amount for that speaker. (Vab) > >The bottom line is that audiophile speakers will generally perform >poorly for communications work. Save your money for something useful. Absolutely! I personally use an 8 inch PA horn for listening to voice communications. Otherwise, I use the 5 inch communications speakers from the professional two-way manufacturers, but they rank a distant second to the horn in my opinion. > >73, > >Jack WB3U 73, Bruce, WB4YUC From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:38 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!swrinde!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!iglou!n4lq From: n4lq@iglou.iglou.com (Steve Ellington) Subject: Re: speakers X-Nntp-Posting-Host: iglou.iglou.com Message-ID: Sender: news@iglou.com (News Administrator) Organization: IgLou Internet Services (1-800-436-4456) X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] References: <48aue8$5s6@shaar.nnc.edu> <48luad$bct@alpha.sky.net> <817147012.21776@pinetree.microserve.com> Date: Sun, 26 Nov 1995 22:21:07 GMT Lines: 11 : The bottom line is that audiophile speakers will generally perform : poorly for communications work. Save your money for something useful. Beautifully put. And for cw, I find a cheap, bare speaker with no cabinet of just a metal, open cabinet tends to resonate within the desired audio range and makes copy much better. Never use one of those sealed, hi-fi, air suspension, suspended cone, large magnet full range speakers. Use one with a small magnet and a stiff cone! -- Steve Ellington N4LQ@IGLOU.COM Louisville, Ky From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:38 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!EU.net!peer-news.britain.eu.net!demon!pinetree From: jackl@pinetree.microserve.com (WB3U) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: speakers Date: Tue, 28 Nov 95 19:09:45 GMT Lines: 16 Message-ID: <817629218.26165@pinetree.microserve.com> References: <48aue8$5s6@shaar.nnc.edu> <48luad$bct@alpha.sky.net> <817147012.21776@pinetree.microserve.com> <19951127.174248.712740.NETNEWS@WVNVM.WVNET.EDU> NNTP-Posting-Host: pinetree.microserve.com X-NNTP-Posting-Host: pinetree.microserve.com X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #4 clemens@academ.wvwc.edu (Richard Clemens) wrote: >If you put a tube (cardboard, plastic, etc.) of the right length on the >end of cheap speaker you can enhance your desired CW frequency tone and >it will help pinpoint the desired signal. This is the same principle employed in ported speaker designs, except they tune the air mass of the entire enclosure. Tuned columns were also used on a number of speaker designs in the 50's and 60's to resonate drivers at low frequencies and provide a narrow-band increase in low-frequency efficiency. 73, Jack WB3U From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:40 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!EU.net!peer-news.britain.eu.net!demon!pinetree From: jackl@pinetree.microserve.com (WB3U) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: speakers Date: Tue, 28 Nov 95 19:27:03 GMT Lines: 70 Message-ID: <817630259.26165@pinetree.microserve.com> References: <48aue8$5s6@shaar.nnc.edu> <48luad$bct@alpha.sky.net> <817147012.21776@pinetree.microserve.com> <499q4h$bdu@brokaw.comm.mot.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: pinetree.microserve.com X-NNTP-Posting-Host: pinetree.microserve.com X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #4 Bruce Burke wrote: >A high guass speaker, if designed for high frequency reproduction >will be more sensitive than one with a low gauss rating. Or, will >be more efficient. Not if the voice coil gap is simultaneously made larger in order to handle greater power. Audiophile speakers with large magnets are inefficient due to their larger gaps, as well as their longer voice coils. Longer coils are necessary in order to keep the same amount of coil within the gap during long cone excursions. At any given position of the cone however, only a small portion of the coil is in the gap and energized by the field. >It's power limitations will be both a combination of the coil >structure and the mechanical limits the cone can move. For >communications receivers, the audio output rarely exceeds 5 watts, >therefore, it is easy to find a speaker that will handle the power >electrically. Then the main concern becomes mechanical capability. Even the mechanical requirements are not a significant concern when the power is limited to 5 watts and the frequency band is 300-3,000 Hz. Almost any cheap speaker will perform well in this situation. >Mostly this assumes the use of a large speaker, but it is true, >a large speaker will poorly handle the highs needed in communications >work. The voice coil will be unable to change the direction of the >cone mass quickly resulting in not only loss of efficiency, but >distortion due to "cone break-up." No, break-up is a phenomenon that occurs at low frequencies as a result of excessive cone pressure. It almost never occurs at higher frequencies because cone movement and air pressure are much less substantial. Yes, the inertia of the cone and motor assembly is a major factor, but this causes frequency response rolloff, not breakup, and not harmonic distortion. >Indeed, there is no need to seal the enclosure, but if you have one, >just make sure that the volume of air inside is way above the critical >amount for that speaker. (Vab) This isn't particularly necessary from a practical standpoint. Critical volume is a function of the lowest reproduced frequency. Published specifications for this criteria assume the speaker will be used at its lower limit. The minimum necessary air mass for most 4" or 5" speakers at 300 Hz is probably about the volume of an egg. Cone-type audiophile midrange speakers with sealed backs often do have more enclosure volume, but this has more to do with elimination of unwanted resonances, speaker dampening, and efficiency matching in multiple-driver systems. >Absolutely! I personally use an 8 inch PA horn for listening to voice >communications. Otherwise, I use the 5 inch communications speakers >from the professional two-way manufacturers, but they rank a distant >second to the horn in my opinion. A mid-range horn intended for audiophile use would also make an excellent communications speaker. However, the ones that extend down to 300 Hz are expensive and the mouth of the horn is large. They do offer extremely high sensitivity, but that's not useful unless you want to plug them it into the headphone jack. Again, save your money. 73, Jack From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:41 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!malgudi.oar.net!watt.oedison.com!usenet From: wagnerj@watt.oedison.com (John Wagner) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Standard C5718DA Date: Tue, 28 Nov 1995 20:28:22 GMT Organization: Ohio Edison Company, Akron OH Lines: 88 Message-ID: <49fr4f$bqi@watt.oedison.com> References: <498aae$pkd@Vir.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: go-bus-appl-4-8x.oedison.com X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 On Sat, 25 Nov 1995 22:55:09 GMT gauger@vir.com (Gilles Auger) wrote: >Need infos: Standard C5718DA > >I am planning to buy a Dual-Band mobile transceiver STANDARD >C5718DA in a near future. I would like to know some informations >about this rig: > >- Could it be modified for extended RX coverage and what is the >modification to do so? No mod necessary. Out of the box, its RX covers 118-142 AM/FM Aircraft 142-185 FM 250-327.5 AM/FM 327.5-500 FM 800-1000 FM (cellular blocked) > >- Is there a product review for this radio in a magazine ? > November 1995 QST >- Is it possible to connect an external speaker ? Yep, you can either connect 1 speaker that will pass both VHF and UHF together, OR connect 2 external speakers, and the radio will play VHF from one and UHF from the other. There is also a speaker built in the microphone, that may be enabled/disabled through the keypad. > Other comments: I've had mine for about 9 months, and am very happy with it. Several others bought them in our club, and the most noticable thing is the TX audio. It is the sharpest, crispest TX audio I've ever heard. Also, the intermod rejection isn't bad, but not as 100% foolproof as their ads would lead you to believe. All of us that have them have a small amount of intermod when in known bad areas, but these areas usually have so much RF in them you can feel it in your tooth fillings as well. Intermod seems worse on UHF than VHF, and may be partially due to mixing in the built-in duplexer. Good luck! John, N8CID >Please send your reply to: > >Daniel VE2BAP@VE2CSC.#MTL.PQ.CAN.NA >Internet: quinty@ps.telecom.hydro.qc.ca > >Thanking you in advance, 73rs > >Daniel VE2BAP, Montreal, Quebec, Canada ------------------------------------------------------------------- John Wagner wagnerj@watt.oedison.com -----BEGIN PGP PUBLIC KEY BLOCK----- Version: 2.6.2 mQENAzCbmRAAAAEH/2XyyuEu+F2a5SmdU2P+62bAPivG1+5A4mmjy6diK3pW3lW4 sUfxiv0UzZrDC+nicvNW3GlazwM2Oc2dLwlX/OX9CszWDryg5rK4Ga8X5dj1mlac QwG2ESHUIbCkOLUvXJOWDFhuFNtrTk1q1aepRWg1YsRxFnHqBaQCdBX2c3ctE6T3 vQJk/4FMimpQcPNEupCUtX8lk2rly1GSeIUxvY95eZXhdQZyK7Uiquyokc1bxBwb 7uhNtNhjNi7JpI4wtTP1uC1bGaXLWCAw6w6JHXnFspPqcgRKjn0y0ZUeiYJ7lc1R G+qfmoIsWwtsHz/Skb4UfuTaakhD8uL+eM1x48EABRG0HkpvaG4gV2FnbmVyIDxX YWduZXJKV0Btc24uY29tPg== =WVd9 -----END PGP PUBLIC KEY BLOCK----- From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:43 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!ub!dsinc!news.icubed.com!news.erie.net!news From: chris robson@erie.net (Chris Robson) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: TEN TEC SCOUT...GOTTA LOVE IT Date: Tue, 28 Nov 95 03:37:52 GMT Organization: The Robson Company Lines: 9 Message-ID: <49e06g$9ac_002@news.erie.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: boris.erie.net X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #4 I would like to hear from anyone who has a Ten Tec Scout and your experiences good or bad. Even though I had mine to the factory once, I still love it and it's got a better receiver than the Yaesu FT-840 I USED to own. Any Commenets??? Chris KB3A crobson@moose.erie.net From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:43 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!EU.net!Norway.EU.net!nntp-oslo.UNINETT.no!nntp-trd.UNINETT.no!nac.no!ifi.uio.no!news.sics.se!eua.ericsson.se!erinews.ericsson.se!news.lmf.ericsson.se!cyanpc251 From: jari.hynninen@lmf.ericsson.se (Jari Hynninen) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: TH77 and Baypac Date: Thu, 30 Nov 95 11:14:11 GMT Organization: Oy L M Ericsson Ab Lines: 13 Message-ID: <49k3mt$5if@lmfpub.lmf.ericsson.se> NNTP-Posting-Host: news.lmf.ericsson.se X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #3 Hi ! Has anybody experience on connecting Baypac Baycom Packet Radio modem to handheld radio KENWOOD TH77 ? In my case the equipment is receiving ok but it does not send. The modem is keying the PTT and the carrier transmitted but the modem can't maybe not modulate. Is it question about too low level in the input from the modem Or what ? de OH2KTO From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:44 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: rickcrider@aol.com (RICKCRIDER) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Thanks, and more on Repeater / Amp situation. Date: 29 Nov 1995 03:00:38 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 41 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <49h3v6$9eo@newsbf02.news.aol.com> References: <49fbcn$f2d@detroit.freenet.org> Reply-To: rickcrider@aol.com (RICKCRIDER) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com Thanks to all who responded both email and to the group. Here's what we've done. (And, thanks to ya'll, everythings in the right place.) Repeater: Micro Control Specialties, Mark 3 CR, Rack Mount Amp: T E Systems 1412 R, rack mount repeater type, 170 watt. Power Supply: Astron RM-50M, 50 amp metered rack mount. Duplexer: Telewave TPRO 1454 PreAmp: Custom made and expensive, but generic looking, by GLB. All this rack mounted in a beautiful 5 foot tall beige colored communcations cabinet, found at a surplus store. (For $40.) Repeater site is at our regional State Highway Patrol Communications center. Rack rolled up right next to their impressive array of repeater and gadget systems. Polyphasers, the whole works. Even a Catepillar (sp?) emergency power generator large enough to run the entire facility. The radio room itself is backed up by a room full of lead acid glass jar type batteries just in case the generator quits. VHF antenna by Decibel Products mounted 240 feet up on the top of their microwave tower. System installed this past Monday. Works great with one exception: Lots of extra power though the receive capability is terrible. Worse than before the added improvements. Our theory is that the duplexer cavities need realigning, and that the extra power is desensing the receive capabilities. Repeater is putting 30 watts into the amp. Amp is putting out 135 watts into the duplexers. Only 90 watts coming out of the duplexers. Losing 45 watts and lots of receive somewhere in there. SWR is not a problem. Any ideas on this appreciated. Thanks again. I'll keep you informed. Cordially: Rick Crider kd4fxa UCARS (Union County Amateur Radio Society) 145.39 Mhz, (down 6) Monroe NC From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:46 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!lamarck.sura.net!csc.mc.edu!csc.mc.edu!not-for-mail From: robertso@csc.mc.edu (Chad Robertson) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Tripp Lite Corp. Date: 29 Nov 1995 16:03:57 -0600 Organization: Mississippi College, Clinton, MS -- USA Lines: 13 Message-ID: <49ilcd$e97@csc.mc.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: csc.mc.edu X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Does anyone know the phone number or adress of Tripp Lite? Anything would help! Please e-mail or post. Thanks -- Chad Robertson Box 4862 inet:robertso@csc.mc.edu Mississippi College (601)925-3033 Clinton, MS 39058 From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:46 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.clark.net!rahul.net!a2i!bug.rahul.net!a2i!sierra.net!usenet From: jls Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: TX mod for Alinco DJ180? Date: 29 Nov 1995 03:51:14 GMT Organization: Sierra-Net Lines: 6 Message-ID: <49glbi$dja@jobes.sierra.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: 204.94.232.72 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 32bit) Is there a TX mod for this radio? -- Cya l8er... -=lArRy=- From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:48 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!Germany.EU.net!news.dfn.de!scsing.switch.ch!swsbe6.switch.ch!swidir.switch.ch!in2p3.fr!oleane!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!dish.news.pipex.net!pipex!bt!btnet!zetnet.co.uk!demon!mail2news.demon.co.uk!g6iqm.demon.co.uk From: Michael J Wooding Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: VHF Communications Magazine Date: Wed, 29 Nov 1995 18:10:58 GMT Organization: None Lines: 18 Message-ID: <286637861wnr@g6iqm.demon.co.uk> Reply-To: vhf-comm@g6iqm.demon.co.uk X-NNTP-Posting-Host: g6iqm.demon.co.uk X-Broken-Date: Wednesday, Nov 29, 1995 18.10.58 X-Newsreader: Newswin Alpha 0.7 X-SMTP-Posting-Host: g6iqm.demon.co.uk [Wed, 29 Nov 95 18:14:25 GMT] X-SMTP-Posting-Host: post.demon.co.uk [Wed, 29 Nov 95 19:31:06 GMT] Hi There, Things have changed a little on our WWW site. A few (not too many) graphics and a small selection of past articles as tempters. Take a look? http://www.taynet.co.uk/~gdx/ag/vhfcomm.htm 73 ... Mike -- Michael J Wooding vhf-comm@g6iqm.demon.co.uk - CompuServe: 100441,377 Web Pages: http://www.taynet.co.uk/~gdx/ag/vhfcomm.htm Tel: (0)1788 890365 Fax: (0)1788 891883 KM Publications, 5 Ware Orchard, Barby, Nr.Rugby, CV23 8UF, UK VHF Communications Magazine - Especially Covering VHF, UHF and Microwaves From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:48 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!matlock.mindspring.com!usenet From: wave@mindspring.com (Pieter Ibelings) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: VHF TX Mod for 706 Date: 26 Nov 1995 18:07:04 GMT Organization: -.-. --.- -.. -..- Lines: 9 Message-ID: <49aac8$1g96@firehose.mindspring.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: wave.mindspring.com Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.93.11 I just opened the face from my IC-706 and found a suspicious looking pad on the upper left side of the chip labeled HD6433834H. Has anyone tried jumpering this pad? It looks like it is desperately asking for a drop of solder. Temptation is growing..... 73's AC4OP Pieter Ibelings From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:49 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!matlock.mindspring.com!usenet From: wave@mindspring.com (Pieter Ibelings) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: VHF TX Mod for 706 Date: 26 Nov 1995 21:55:09 GMT Organization: -.-. --.- -.. -..- Lines: 20 Message-ID: <49annt$11g2@stealth.mindspring.com> References: <49aac8$1g96@firehose.mindspring.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: wave.mindspring.com Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.93.11 In article <49aac8$1g96@firehose.mindspring.com>, wave@mindspring.com says... > >I just opened the face from my IC-706 and found a suspicious looking pad >on the upper left side of the chip labeled HD6433834H. Has anyone tried >jumpering this pad? It looks like it is desperately asking for a drop of >solder. Temptation is growing..... > >73's >AC4OP >Pieter Ibelings > I soldered a N914 diode from this pad to ground and guess what? No apparent change. 73's Pieter Ibelings From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:50 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!matlock.mindspring.com!usenet From: wave@mindspring.com (Pieter Ibelings) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: VHF TX Mod for 706 Date: 26 Nov 1995 22:02:04 GMT Organization: -.-. --.- -.. -..- Lines: 11 Message-ID: <49ao4s$11g2@stealth.mindspring.com> References: <49aac8$1g96@firehose.mindspring.com> <49annt$11g2@stealth.mindspring.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: wave.mindspring.com Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.93.11 Does anyone know what the function of the Blue wire on the same connector header as the yellow wire is for? It has ~ 5 Volts (adjustable with RF power adjustment) and drops to 0 volts outside 144-148 MHz. Is it a detected Forward output or is it the control voltage to the PA ???? Anyone tried putting 5 Volts on it to see if it tx's. 73's Pieter Ibelings AC4OP From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:51 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.fibr.net!usenet From: gharmon@txdirect.net (Gary Harmon) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: WANTED: Heathkit Manuals Date: Tue, 28 Nov 1995 21:52:36 GMT Organization: Fibrnet Internet Services Lines: 14 Message-ID: <49fvk5$55u@nimitz.fibr.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: dynp02-025.txdirect.net X-Newsreader: Forte Agent .99.82 Looking for a manual or copy of same for the following Heathkits: IG-18 Sine/Square Wave generator MR-11 receiver RF-1 schematic only Thanks and 73, Gary Harmon/K5JWK gharmon@txdirect.net From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:51 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.fibr.net!usenet From: gharmon@txdirect.net (Gary Harmon) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: WANTED: Transel Wattmeter Manual Date: Tue, 28 Nov 1995 21:46:39 GMT Organization: Fibrnet Internet Services Lines: 8 Message-ID: <49fv91$55u@nimitz.fibr.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: dynp02-025.txdirect.net X-Newsreader: Forte Agent .99.82 Looking for a manual for a Transel Mark IIA Wattmeter. Thanks and 73, Gary Harmon/K5JWK gharmon@txdirect.net From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:52 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!shore!northshore.shore.net!not-for-mail From: mc@shore.net (Michael Crestohl) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.swap Subject: WANTED: CY-979/URR RADIO METAL CABINET Date: 29 Nov 1995 14:51:49 -0500 Organization: North Shore Access; a service of Eco Software, Inc. Lines: 9 Distribution: usa Message-ID: <49idkl$8m3@northshore.shore.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: northshore.ecosoft.com Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21852 rec.radio.swap:51882 Does anyone out there have a military metal radio cabinet labelled CY-979/URR. This is for the R-390/390-A receivers. Thanks. 73 de KH6KD/W1 Michael Crestohl mc@shore.net From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:53 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!info.ucla.edu!library.ucla.edu!galaxy.ucr.edu!ihnp4.ucsd.edu!news1.ucsd.edu!news-mail-gateway From: ea2abj@jet.ES (Antonio Guerrero Esquina) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Where is JVFAX Date: 29 Nov 95 11:03:57 GMT Organization: ucsd usenet gateway Lines: 17 Message-ID: <19951129110355702.AAA171@GAS-2.JET.ES> NNTP-Posting-Host: ucsd.edu Originator: daemon@ucsd.edu Hallo every body. I=B4m looking for the adreess where is the program Jvfax 7.1, and where is= the first site where is the TPK 1.83 for windows. Thanks. =20 Tony Guerrero Esquina AX25Net : EA2ABJ@EA2RCF.EAVI.ESP.EU Apdo 677 CP 01080 AMPRNet : ea2abj@ea2abj.ampr.org [44.133.01.32] VITORIA ( ALAVA ) E-mail : ea2abj@jet.es =20 SPAIN Excuse me for my poor English. =20 =20 From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:54 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!news.cais.net!news.cais.com!cais2.cais.com!gttm From: USCG TELECOMMS Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Which rig: FT1000 or FT1000MP Date: Mon, 27 Nov 1995 09:53:18 -0500 Organization: Capital Area Internet Service info@cais.com 703-448-4470 Lines: 11 Message-ID: References: <492498$qph@ram2.ramlink.net> <49966n$gvt@uucp.intac.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: cais2.cais.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: TEXT/PLAIN; charset=US-ASCII X-Sender: gttm@cais2.cais.com In-Reply-To: <49966n$gvt@uucp.intac.com> Thom: Congrats on the 1000MP purchase. Sounds like a nice radio. I was talking with N4ZZ the other night; he's had one for a couple weeks. He drives an Alpha 87A (requires less than 50 watts drive). He found a bugaboo with the 1000MP in that you can not continuously adjust the power output on SSB, only on CW. Because of this problem he is considering sending the radio back, unless Yaesu can send him a mod. The west coast people are aware of the discrepancy and may do something about it. I had considered the 1000MP, but like N4ZZ I use an Alpha 89 amplifier and need the variable power option to drive it. Ron,, W4VR From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:55 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!sparky!nlcnews.nlc.state.ne.us!usenet From: mcduffie@hannibal.wncc.cc.ne.us (Gary McDuffie, Sr.) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Which rig: FT1000 or FT1000MP Date: Tue, 28 Nov 1995 02:57:15 GMT Organization: AG0N's Radio Ranch Lines: 30 Message-ID: <30ba2c0f.18212196@nlcnews.nlc.state.ne.us> References: <492498$qph@ram2.ramlink.net> <49966n$gvt@uucp.intac.com> <49csbq$oh@vixen.cso.uiuc.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: 198.206.239.246 X-Newsreader: Forte Agent .99c/16.141 On 27 Nov 1995 17:26:18 GMT, ignacy@misz.animal.uiuc.edu (Ignacy Misztal) wrote: >In , USCG TELECOMMS writes: >>Thom: Congrats on the 1000MP purchase. Sounds like a nice radio. I was >>talking with N4ZZ the other night; he's had one for a couple weeks. He >>drives an Alpha 87A (requires less than 50 watts drive). He found a >>bugaboo with the 1000MP in that you can not continuously adjust the >>power output on SSB, only on CW. Because of this problem he is >>considering sending the radio back, unless Yaesu can send him a mod. The >>west coast people are aware of the discrepancy and may do something about >>it. I had considered the 1000MP, but like N4ZZ I use an Alpha 89 >>amplifier and need the variable power option to drive it. >>Ron,, W4VR >If Alpha 89 has an ALC output, this will drive down tyhe power on your >1000MP to whatever level is comfortable for the Alpha. But, this isn't the same. All you have there is a limiter circuit. You will lose the dynamic range in amplitude and, with it, some intelligibility. This is something that has been sorely needed on some rigs for years. The earlier solid state rigs included it, but the took it away. Gary McDuffie, Sr. - AG0N - Scottsbluff, NE Internet: mcduffie@hannibal.wncc.cc.ne.us Packet Radio: AG0N@AG0N.#WNE.NE.USA.NOAM Ex-callsigns:WB0KKM, WA7UPI, WA6MDL, WV6MDL This message contains recycled characters. From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:57 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!news.ti.com!usenet From: fitr%mimi@magic.itg.ti.com (J.Fitter BV/N0IAT) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Which rig: FT1000 or FT1000MP Date: 29 Nov 1995 03:56:21 GMT Organization: Taipei, TAIWAN R.O.C Lines: 31 Message-ID: <49gll5$hp@tilde.csc.ti.com> References: <492498$qph@ram2.ramlink.net> <49966n$gvt@uucp.intac.com> Reply-To: joentam@transend.com.tw NNTP-Posting-Host: 137.167.36.115 Mime-Version: 1.0 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.2 >drives an Alpha 87A (requires less than 50 watts drive). He found a >bugaboo with the 1000MP in that you can not continuously adjust the >power output on SSB, only on CW. >it. I had considered the 1000MP, but like N4ZZ I use an Alpha 89 >amplifier and need the variable power option to drive it. > >Ron,, W4VR Ron, guess I'm missing something. I've never had problems driving the Alpha amps at less-than legal limit by reducing the carrier drive or the microphone gain. I mean, I've used radios with amps (like the 77DX) and simply cut the mic gain down to reduce input drive to the amp. Provided you use an ALC feedback circuit from the amp to the rig, there is no risk of overdrive. From your message, is that to say that the 1000MP's RF PWR control only controls the carrier / drive, and not the ALC on SSB? Why not just reduce mic gain like we did on older tube-final HF rigs? Unless you want to drive the amp at less-than-legal limit, wont the ALC feedback from the amplifier to rig automatically reduce the exciter drive to adequate levels ? Or, are you saying that the ALC input jack of the 1000MP does not operate? Just curious. This is the first I've heard of this problem with the 1000MP, but then what do I know! 73 from Joe BV2/N0IAT Taipei, Taiwan R.O.C. Ex. 7J1AOF(Japan) KA0ZDH(novice) YU3/N0IAT(Slovenia) Licensed Radio Amateur since 1986 //comments are mine only From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:58 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!EU.net!Norway.EU.net!nntp-oslo.UNINETT.no!nntp-trd.UNINETT.no!usenet From: "Eystein R. Aarseth" Newsgroups: rec.photo.technique.nature,rec.photo.technique.people,rec.ponds,rec.puzzles,rec.puzzles.crosswords,rec.pyrotechnics,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Will YOU Be The Grim Reapers NEXT Victim ?? Date: 27 Nov 1995 18:02:54 GMT Organization: Aalesund College, Norway Lines: 7 Message-ID: <49cuge$5c7@doffen.uninett.no> References: <48a985$o8f@peg.apc.org> <48bnmv$efh@sundog.tiac.net> <48grl7$4ar@news2.aimnet.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: glab-06.hials.no Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.22 (Windows; I; 16bit) Xref: news.epix.net rec.photo.technique.nature:243 rec.photo.technique.people:183 rec.ponds:6077 rec.puzzles:52417 rec.puzzles.crosswords:4647 rec.pyrotechnics:38038 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17351 rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc:12831 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21789 I wonder why this thread *isn't* in the misc.health.* hierarchy? Or is this Grim Reaper a new camera, a new puzzle, a new way of blowing things up, a new ham-radio, or just a not-so-very-new way of getting FLAMED! ??? From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:15:59 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!usit.net!news From: kkidd@usit.net (Kevin Kidd) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: WTB Date: Wed, 29 Nov 1995 01:13:23 GMT Organization: United States Internet, Inc. Lines: 13 Message-ID: <49g8ed$e9q@news.usit.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: lpcserv.usit.net X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 I'm looking for a mobile hf amp with around 500watts out. An Ameritron ALS-500 mobile amp would be my first choice. I have a Yaesu FL-2100B in good condition / full output / spare set of tubes that I would like to trade for the above mentioned amp (with some boot of course). Anyone with such an animal please email: kkidd@usit.net Thanks, Kevin Kidd WD4RAT/mobile 4 From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:16:00 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.telalink.net!SANDH.COM From: phil@SANDH.COM (Phil) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: WTB: Old mechanical calculators Date: 29 Nov 95 19:46:57 Organization: Telalink Corporation, Nashville, TN, USA Lines: 15 Message-ID: <0000264F0000118A@SANDH.COM> NNTP-Posting-Host: ng.sandh.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Content-Transfer-Encoding: 8BIT I am interested in purchasing old mechanical calculators and slide rules. I collect the old electro-mechanical "rotary" calculators that were made by Friden, Marchant, Monroe, and other manufacturers from the period of the 1900's through the late 1960's. I also collect non-electrical mechanical calculators and am especially interested in hand-held Curta brand calculators. I am not interested in adding machines that print on tape or electronic calculators. If you have an old mechanical calculator or slide rule collecting dust in a closet, please send me an e-mail message. Phil Sherrod (phil@sandh.com) -- 13: usenet.rec.radio.amateur.equipment -- From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:16:00 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.dpc.net!news.heurikon.com!uwvax!newssinet!news.nc.u-tokyo.ac.jp!wnoc-tyo-news!news.join.ad.jp!news.caren.net!newsserver.jvnc.net!yale.edu!spool.mu.edu!howland.reston.ans.net!news.cac.psu.edu!news.math.psu.edu!chi-news.cic.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!cssun.mathcs.emory.edu!wa4mei!news From: "Alan K. Adamson" Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Yaesu 8500 Info? Date: Wed, 29 Nov 1995 19:02:14 -0500 Organization: Amateur Radio Gateway WA4MEI, Chamblee, GA Lines: 9 Message-ID: <30BCF486.77783AF3@tornado.ne1h.radio.org> NNTP-Posting-Host: tornado.ne1h.radio.org Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 2.0b2 (X11; I; Linux 1.3.42 i486) Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.swap:51941 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21870 All, I looking for feedback on the yaesu 8500 mobile. Any users out there with comments. Please email or post. Thanks, Alan Adamson NE1H ne1h@tornado.ne1h.radio.org From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:16:01 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!noc.near.net!usenet.continental.com!usenet From: "Paul Christensen, N9AZ" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Yaesu FT-1000MP: Reality Check Date: 29 Nov 1995 17:46:48 GMT Organization: Continental Cablevision Lines: 13 Message-ID: <49i6a8$g97@usenet.continental.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: 169.152.167.70 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) For those of you with pricing questions concerning the Yaesu FT-1000D and FT-1000MP models, consider this: A $2800 street price FT-1000MP will end up costing $3875 when you purchase all the I.F. filters, and the high-stability TCXO reference oscillator (Included in the FT-1000D). The purchase price between the two becomes very close when we compare apples with apples. Chip Margelli, Yaesu's Service Manager confirmed this today. -Paul, N9AZ From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:16:02 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!holonet!colossus.holonet.net!windmill!charles.brown Distribution: world Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment X-Apparently-to: KEN HARVEY From: charles.brown@windmill.com (Charles Brown) References: <497m6v$8js@sneezy.icinet.net> Date: Sun, 26 Nov 1995 15:04:00 -0600 Organization: The Windmill Company BBS - 806-792-6116 Subject: Yaesu FT-51R and No Cross Message-ID: <59.7294.7023@windmill.com> Lines: 24 KH>nd Repeat. KH>Message-ID: <497m6v$8js@sneezy.icinet.net> KH>Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment KH>Organization: InfoNet Communications KH>I did the extended receive mod by holding the arrow keys and ever since the KH>cross band repeat does not function. The function says RPT ***** in the KH>display but nothing is repeated. Any suggestions? Please email me at the KH>below address. Thanks a bunch. KH>----------------------------------------------- KH>Ken Harvey - kharvey@goldrush.com KH> WWW - http://www.goldrush.com/~kharvey KH>----------------------------------------------- You have to put the radio in duplex mode. It was left out of the manual. Charlie N5TYI --- * OLX 2.1 TD * He was a bold man that first ate an oyster. From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:16:03 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!usenet.kornet.nm.kr!agate!howland.reston.ans.net!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.com!nntp.coast.net!simtel!news3.noc.netcom.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: wd6dih@ix.netcom.com (Kevin Karamanos ) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Yaesu FT-51R and No Cross Band Repeat. Date: 29 Nov 1995 07:51:46 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 28 Message-ID: <49h3ei$aue@ixnews5.ix.netcom.com> References: <497m6v$8js@sneezy.icinet.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-ir10-18.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Tue Nov 28 11:51:46 PM PST 1995 In <497m6v$8js@sneezy.icinet.net> kharvey@goldrush.com (Ken Harvey) writes: > >I did the extended receive mod by holding the arrow keys and ever since the >cross band repeat does not function. The function says RPT ***** in the >display but nothing is repeated. Any suggestions? Please email me at the >below address. Thanks a bunch. > > > >----------------------------------------------- >Ken Harvey - kharvey@goldrush.com > WWW - http://www.goldrush.com/~kharvey >----------------------------------------------- > FT-51R Cross-band Help YOU NEED TO TURN THE DUPLEX MODE ON. PRESS [F] [9] TO TURN ON.. Guess what... Your cross-band or one-way repeat function will now work.. 73's Kevin From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:16:04 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!sundog.tiac.net!wizard.pn.com!ci-pioneer!panda!ken.harvey From: ken.harvey@panda.org (KEN HARVEY) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Yaesu FT-51R and No Cross Band Repeat. Message-ID: <8B5A316.04B4000001.uuout@panda.org> Date: Sat, 25 Nov 95 13:10:00 -0400 Distribution: world Organization: PandA's Den BBS, Danvers, MA, USA (508) 750-0250 panda.org Reply-To: ken.harvey@panda.org (KEN HARVEY) X-Newsreader: PCBoard Version 15.22 X-Mailer: PCBoard/UUOUT Version 1.20 Lines: 24 MSGID: mid__497m6v$8js@sneezy.icinet.net 58670001 REPLYTO 1:330/317 UUCP REPLYADDR kharvey@goldrush.com PID GIGO+ sn 395 at panda vsn 0.99.950801 From: kharvey@goldrush.com (Ken Harvey) Subject: Yaesu FT-51R and No Cross Band Repeat. Organization: InfoNet Communications I did the extended receive mod by holding the arrow keys and ever since the cross band repeat does not function. The function says RPT ***** in the display but nothing is repeated. Any suggestions? Please email me at the below address. Thanks a bunch. ----------------------------------------------- Ken Harvey - kharvey@goldrush.com WWW - http://www.goldrush.com/~kharvey ----------------------------------------------- --- * Origin: Usenet: SATINS/Net330 uucp gateway * PandA's Den BBS *In (1:330/317) From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:16:05 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!plug.news.pipex.net!pipex!dish.news.pipex.net!pipex!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!brutus.bright.net!chi-news.cic.net!news.luc.edu!newsfeed.acns.nwu.edu!news.acns.nwu.edu!moorii.res-hall.nwu.edu!not-for-mail From: mlin@nwu.edu (Mark Lin) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Yaesu FT-51R or Kenwood Th-79A (D) Pros & Cons? Date: 29 Nov 1995 00:57:52 GMT Organization: Northwestern University, Evanston, IL, USA Lines: 22 Message-ID: <49gb6g$h1v@news.acns.nwu.edu> References: <49echd$d7o@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: mlin@nwu.edu (Mark Lin) NNTP-Posting-Host: moorii.res-hall.nwu.edu X-Newsreader: TIN [UNIX 1.3 950824BETA PL0] Hi, I'm also looking into the Yaesu FT51R or the Kenwood TH-79A(D). Which would you choose and why? mark CPaulien (cpaulien@aol.com) wrote: : I am planing to purchase a dual band HT soon and am thinking of purchasing : a Yaesu FT51R or a : Kenwood TH-79A (D) based on their specs and features. I was wondering if : anyone had any : comments pro or con about either, including any mods. Although I have : worked the HF bands for : a couple of years I haven't as yet purchased anything for the VHF/UHF : bands. Any suggestions : will be welcome. -- Mark Lin http://www.nwu.edu/people/mlin Northwestern University, Evanston, IL, USA From Unknown Thu Nov 30 12:16:06 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netcom.com!netcom22!faunt From: faunt@netcom22.netcom.com (Doug Faunt N6TQS +1-510-655-8604) Subject: Yaesu FT70G information Message-ID: Sender: faunt@netcom22.netcom.com Organization: at home, in Oakland Date: Wed, 29 Nov 1995 12:29:59 GMT Lines: 3 Can someone give me information about this rig, like its power output, frequency coverage, weight, etc.? 73, doug From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:23:38 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!damage.usa1.net!vyzynz!xmission!news.uoregon.edu!cs.uoregon.edu!reuter.cse.ogi.edu!psgrain!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!uwm.edu!msunews!netnews.upenn.edu!Lehigh.EDU!Lehigh.EDU!not-for-mail From: a313@Lehigh.EDU Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: CW Filter 250 or 500hz??? (for weak signal or EME) Date: 28 Nov 1995 13:20:14 -0500 Lines: 38 Message-ID: <49fjsu$1r99@ns4-1.CC.Lehigh.EDU> NNTP-Posting-Host: ns4-1.cc.lehigh.edu In article <1995Nov26.150104.14631@ke4zv.atl.ga.us>, gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us (Gary Coffman) writes: >In article <494pfj$1id0@stealth.mindspring.com> wave@mindspring.com (Pieter Ibe lings) writes: >>I am trying to decide on what filter 250 or 500Hz I should buy for an IC >>706. I am going to be using the radio mainly for real weak signal work >>that involves some meteor scatter and EME. Would the 250 Hz be too narrow >>to be used on signals that might have some dF/dt doppler component? >>Please Help. > >Good question. The doppler on EME and MS shouldn't be sufficient to >require the wider filter, but if you want to do aurora, you'll find >the wider filter helpful (and of course it's a must for modes like >Clover, PACTOR, etc). In fact, my on the air experience with the >FL-100 says it's almost ideal for Clover and PACTOR. > >I'm not so sure the IC-706 is the ideal radio for EME and MS, however. >I think the FT900 or the FT1000D would be better choices to back a >good transverter. The receiver dynamic range isn't that good on the >IC-706. I don't know how nasty the phase noise is yet, gotta put it >on the bench and test that. It may be Ok, or not, can't say since on >the air experience points to front end crunch as the more serious problem. > >Gary >-- >Gary Coffman KE4ZV | You make it, | gatech!wa4mei!ke4zv!gary >Destructive Testing Systems | we break it. | emory!kd4nc!ke4zv!gary >534 Shannon Way | Guaranteed! | gary@ke4zv.atl.ga.us >Lawrenceville, GA 30244 | | > An important concern may be the insertion loss of the filter and the shape factor. I have found my old Drake R4/C will outperform my Kenwood TS830s. The Drake has a 250 cycle filter and the Kenwood has the 300 cycle unit. However the kenwood has a higher insertion loss and weak signals are often lost. 73's Dick K8WHA From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:23:40 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews From: kencook@ix.netcom.com (Ken Cook) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: TEN TEC SCOUT...GOTTA LOVE IT Date: 28 Nov 1995 16:24:08 GMT Organization: Netcom Lines: 48 Message-ID: <49fd38$d62@ixnews2.ix.netcom.com> References: <49e06g$9ac_002@news.erie.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: ix-hou5-22.ix.netcom.com X-NETCOM-Date: Tue Nov 28 8:24:08 AM PST 1995 In <49e06g$9ac_002@news.erie.net> chris robson@erie.net (Chris Robson) writes: > >I would like to hear from anyone who has a Ten Tec Scout and your experiences >good or bad. Even though I had mine to the factory once, I still love it and >it's got a better receiver than the Yaesu FT-840 I USED to own. > >Any Commenets??? > >Chris KB3A >crobson@moose.erie.net > ======================================================================= Chris, I recently used a brand new Ten Tech Scout that a friend insisted on loaning me during one of our trips out to the Eastern Tennessee area.(actually very near the Ten Tech location) In reality, I initially figured that he thought I would be a great field tester but I now think that he was tired of looking for me on 20 Meters / QRP / CW. Short story, I was very pleased with it. I used it both mobil and portable with hamsticks for 20 and 40 meters attached to my car and the frame of my tent. I powered it with a 120 amp hour marine battery and did not even worry about recharging the battery until the 4th day; I only did that because I had the AC to do it at the time. I kept several schedules with friends back in the Houston area with what I consider to be highly compromised antennas. I found that the 50 watts was plenty if band conditions were OK and the receiver seemed to operate almost as well as my Kenwood 850 SAT back at the house. I did buy and install the noise limiter but could not really tell it made much difference. It would likely be better tested in different cars with more noise than I had. It just seemed like a good idea at the time. All things considered, it is a fine piece of equipment. When you can now buy a new Kenwood TS-50 for around $900, I wonder if the money would be better spent buying the Kenwood. If you take the price of the Ten Tech Scout, add in the costs of all of the bands (even though most will only use a couple) with the noise limiter, would you not be better off buying the TS-50? Maybe yes, maybe no. If you are looking for your first radio and can live with a couple of bands, the $300 or so difference might be better in the bank than in more radio. 73...Ken Cook / N5RVK From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:23:41 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!mssm.edu!news.sprintlink.net!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!noc.near.net!usenet.continental.com!usenet From: "Paul Christensen, N9AZ" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Which rig: FT1000 or FT1000MP Date: 29 Nov 1995 17:35:58 GMT Organization: Continental Cablevision Lines: 21 Message-ID: <49i5lu$g97@usenet.continental.com> References: <492498$qph@ram2.ramlink.net> <49966n$gvt@uucp.intac.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: 169.152.167.70 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) To: gttm@cais.cais.com I spoke with Chip Margelli, Yaesu's Service manager this morning. When driving an external amp, you presently have two choices: 1) Use the ALC from the amp to regulate the transceiver or, 2) The method I prefer: Use an adjustable constant voltage source at the ALC connector. This can simply be a potentiometer connected to a 12 volt power supply with the pot's wiper arm connected to the ALC jack's inner conductor. You should consider using a current limiting (1,000 ohm or so) protective resistor on the pot's wiper arm. Hopefully Yaesu will address and correct for this. I have *never* used ALC on my amplifiers in the past. Their operation seems to be erratic and difficult to properly match between the various amplifier and transceiver manufacturers. Instead, I use a Bird peak-responding wattmeter and adjust the transceiver's drive level to the desired amplifier output level. -Paul, N9AZ From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:23:42 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!novia!news.dpc.net!news.heurikon.com!news.ahc.ameritech.com!ddsw1!news.mcs.net!chi-news.cic.net!io.org!van-bc!news.mindlink.net!agate!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!noc.near.net!usenet.continental.com!usenet From: "Paul Christensen, N9AZ" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Info Wanted on Ten Tec 515 Date: 29 Nov 1995 22:29:52 GMT Organization: Continental Cablevision Lines: 22 Message-ID: <49imt0$kfb@usenet.continental.com> References: <48uajl$n06@pulp.ucs.ualberta.ca> NNTP-Posting-Host: 169.152.167.70 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) To: cdorn@gpu.srv.ualberta.ca I presently own an Argonaut 515 and wouldn't give it up for anything. It is truly Ten-Tec's gem in the Argonaut series. I was fortunate enough to have found one new-in-the-box with all the options about a year ago. In comparing it with other QRP rigs, its greatest asset is in its preselector circuit. I don't believe there is another QRP rig with it. Its only drawback is its size. By today's small QRP standard, it is too large to accompany you in a backpack, but it's certainly portable enough and quite light. The current draw in receive is on par with the Index Labs QRP Plus and therefore can be run a long, long time with a gell-cell power source. Finding an Argonaut 515 is very difficult and when you do, be prepared to pay between $350 and $550 for one depending on its condition. Like all Ten-Tec radios, its QSK is flawless. Ten-Tec made a matching model 405 50-watt amplifier for the Argonaut line. They too are scarce, but I have seen them on the used market for around $150 or so. -Paul, N9AZ From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:23:43 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.dpc.net!news.heurikon.com!uwvax!uchinews!ncar!news.internetMCI.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!sdd.hp.com!col.hp.com!news.dtc.hp.com!canyon.sr.hp.com!jimbo From: jimbo@sr.hp.com (Jim Boyett) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Kenwood TM-241 Aircraft Recive Date: 30 Nov 1995 00:42:51 GMT Organization: Hewlett Packard Sonoma County Lines: 13 Message-ID: <49iumb$7sk@canyon.sr.hp.com> References: <49bbj6$f4f@ccnet2.ccnet.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: midadm1.sr.hp.com X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2] Robert Bickel (rbickel@ccnet.com) wrote: : I've got a Kenwood TM-241 and it exhibits very low sensitvity on the AM aircraft band. : I'm told that some are better than others and wonder if anyone knows of a fix. I checked : the mods listings at BARC and found nothing on the rig. Any comments are appreciated. I just purchased a TM-241A and haven't heard anything on the aircraft band yet. I was just wondering how it knows to use AM for the 118-136 freq and FM for the 144-148 freqs. I don't see any info in the users manual on this. Thanks, Jim WN6D From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:23:44 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.dpc.net!news.heurikon.com!uwvax!uwm.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!sdd.hp.com!usc!newshub.csu.net!csulb.edu!drivel.ics.uci.edu!news.service.uci.edu!unogate!news.intelenet.com!usenet From: barry@valonline.com (Barry Dorfman) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Yaesu FT-51R or Kenwood Th-79A (D) Pros & Cons? Date: Thu, 30 Nov 1995 01:36:24 GMT Organization: InteleNet Communications, Inc. Lines: 22 Message-ID: <49j216$ig9@nikita.intelenet.net> References: <49echd$d7o@newsbf02.news.aol.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: 205.162.84.9 cpaulien@aol.com (CPaulien) wrote: >I am planing to purchase a dual band HT soon and am thinking of purchasing >a Yaesu FT51R or a >Kenwood TH-79A (D) based on their specs and features. I was wondering if >anyone had any >comments pro or con about either, including any mods. Although I have >worked the HF bands for >a couple of years I haven't as yet purchased anything for the VHF/UHF >bands. Any suggestions >will be welcome. >Chuck Paulien KG0PF Chuck, The Yaesu 51 is a nice "little" radio, perfect for carrying around town in a pocket or purse. I would recommend the Yaesu 530 over both of the above models thou. The 530 is a full featured radio with a real battery pack. Check them both out. 73 Barry KB6CV From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:23:45 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.dpc.net!news.heurikon.com!uwvax!uwm.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!sdd.hp.com!usc!newshub.csu.net!csulb.edu!drivel.ics.uci.edu!news.service.uci.edu!unogate!news.intelenet.com!usenet From: barry@valonline.com (Barry Dorfman) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: FT-51R 15 kHz mod completed Date: Thu, 30 Nov 1995 01:40:06 GMT Organization: InteleNet Communications, Inc. Lines: 15 Message-ID: <49j283$ig9@nikita.intelenet.net> References: <49d7ng$q5t@newsbf02.news.aol.com> <49fbgs$j38@newsbf02.news.aol.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: 205.162.84.9 rkmorrow@aol.com (RKMorrow) wrote: >I've received several e-mail messages asking about how to test a FT-51R >for the 15 kHz step problem. Set the VHF step size to 15 kHz and key in >146.52 MHz from the front panel. Next, step down one with the top knob. >If the display now reads 146.505 MHz you're OK; if it reads 146.50 MHz you >need the mod. >-Bob WB6GTM Bob, if you have the problem, how do you get it fixed? barry@valonline.com From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:23:46 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.us.world.net!ns2.mainstreet.net!bug.rahul.net!a2i!news.erinet.com!ragnarok.oar.net!malgudi.oar.net!news.rcinet.com!sally.dma.org!millersg From: millersg@dma.org (Steve Miller) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.antenna Subject: Re: Which HF Vertical Date: 30 Nov 1995 02:15:25 GMT Organization: Dayton Microcomputer Association; Dayton, Ohio, USA Lines: 19 Message-ID: <49j43t$4ef@sally.dma.org> References: <00999C9B.B70996D1@netins.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: dmapub.dma.org Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21892 rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17406 In article , John Seney wrote: >Just saw an ad in the December '95 CQ magazine for a new vertical from >Hy-Gain that is 10 - 40 meters, stands 29 feet tall, is self supporting, >and requires no radials. They also make the claim of 750 watts key down >for 30 minutes and no problems. They don't mention price but I assume it >is competitive. I would be leery of any vertical which the marketing says 'no radials required'. Efficiency is lost when verticals are mounted on or slightly above ground. A proper radial system will reduce the ground losses allowing better radiation from the antenna. Get a Butternut and put out radials - That's what I did. -- Steve Miller millersg@dmapub.dma.org WD8IXE - Ridin' the aethereal waves From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:23:47 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!europa.chnt.gtegsc.com!news.kreonet.re.kr!news.dacom.co.kr!newsfeed.internetmci.com!btnet!demon!pinetree From: jackl@pinetree.microserve.com (WB3U) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Beware Kenwood radios Date: Thu, 30 Nov 95 05:35:32 GMT Lines: 21 Message-ID: <817753176.3865@pinetree.microserve.com> References: <49j2lh$ite@nikita.intelenet.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: pinetree.microserve.com X-NNTP-Posting-Host: pinetree.microserve.com X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #4 barry@valonline.com (Barry Dorfman) wrote: >Fellow HAMS, > >Beware of Kenwood radios "Made in China" >I have had 2 real bad experiences with them. >Maybe if we as a group refuse to accept this junk, >they wont try to stick us with it. I don't buy *anything* made in China if there is an alternative - that includes blow dryers, pocket knives, clocks, vacuum tubes, etc. A ham rig made in China is not even a consideration. If Kenwood is now importing goods from China, I will boycott all their products, regardless of the country of origin. Can someone else verify this? 73, Jack WB3U From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:23:48 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!info.ucla.edu!library.ucla.edu!agate!cocoa.brown.edu!uhuru.cog.brown.edu!user From: Bruce_Kay@Brown.edu (Bruce Kay) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Last TenTec Without PLL ? Date: Thu, 30 Nov 1995 09:55:32 -0400 Organization: Brown University -- Providence, Rhode Island USA Lines: 5 Message-ID: References: <49hplj$eprt@rs2.ccd.harris.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: uhuru.cog.brown.edu Jeeesh, sorry again. I forgot about the signature. I know, I know, I'm a net-compoop. I admit it. BK From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:23:49 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.heurikon.com!uwvax!uchinews!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!newsfeed.internetmci.com!swrinde!sdd.hp.com!usc!newshub.csu.net!csulb.edu!drivel.ics.uci.edu!not-for-mail From: turner@bear.ics.uci.edu (Clark Savage Turner) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: CW Filter 250 or 500hz??? (for weak signal or EME) Date: 30 Nov 1995 10:01:25 -0800 Organization: UC Irvine Department of ICS Lines: 20 Message-ID: <49krhl$93@bear.ics.uci.edu> References: <49fjsu$1r99@ns4-1.CC.Lehigh.EDU> <817626436.26165@pinetree.microserve.com> <30bc8b90.4718826@nlcnews.nlc.state.ne.us> NNTP-Posting-Host: bear.ics.uci.edu In <30bc8b90.4718826@nlcnews.nlc.state.ne.us> mcduffie@hannibal.wncc.cc.ne.us (Gary McDuffie, Sr.) writes: >On Tue, 28 Nov 95 18:23:22 GMT, jackl@pinetree.microserve.com (WB3U) wrote: >> newer radios. In fact, I seem to remember some older rigs (or was it >> homebrew designs?) that incorporated gain adjustment in filter selection. >I believe that was the Kenwood TS-180. I worked lots of CW back then and >remember the rig having extra gain when switching in the narrow filter. I The current OMNI VI from Ten Tec has an internal switch to include more IF gain whenever you use the NAR switch to switch in additional CW filtering. You really need it since it is the 3rd filter in line at that point (there is a 2.4 filter in line at 9 MHz all the time, this puts my 250 Hz filter right after that at 9 MHz, and I can put in the other 500 or 250 Hz filter in the 6.3 MHz line.) Didn't know the TS 180 had that feature. It certainly is a good one. Clark WA3JPG From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:23:50 1995 Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!EU.net!sun4nl!news From: erwin.cremers@ingram.nl (erwin cremers) Subject: HELP, Tech info needed X-Nntp-Posting-Host: solair1.inter.nl.net Message-ID: Sender: news@inter.NL.net (News at news) Organization: NLnet X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Date: Thu, 30 Nov 1995 10:25:36 GMT Lines: 22 Hello, I need information on a Tristar 797 all mode 11 Mtr. Transceiver. The PCB number is PCMA0015 there is a big chance that this PCB is also used in many other transceivers. - What do i need, MODS, Users manual, schematics, or if you know where i can try to get this info please tell me. - Why do i need this info, I'm working on a Transverter from 28 Mhz to 50 Mhz and i want to use this transceiver. Thanks for your reply, Erwin Cremers From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:23:51 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!nwnews.wa.com!news.halcyon.com!usenet From: "Gary P. Fiber" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: IC 706 D59 Date: 30 Nov 1995 13:33:15 GMT Organization: Northwest Nexus Inc. Lines: 4 Message-ID: <49kbqr$na2@news.halcyon.com> References: NNTP-Posting-Host: blv-pm2-ip26.halcyon.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2N (Windows; I; 32bit) The information came from ICOM gary From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:23:52 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.dx.net!news From: jdear@mail.bayou.com (Jim Dear) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Wanted: 2m Transverter Date: 30 Nov 1995 13:37:19 GMT Organization: The DataXchange Network, Inc Lines: 6 Message-ID: <49kc2f$gc3@news.dx.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: s101.bayou.com X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.4 Looking for a Microwave Modules or Downeast Microwave 2m Transverter. Must be in working condition. Respond here or email below. Jim Dear, KG5VE jdear@mail.bayou.com From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:23:53 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!cs.utexas.edu!natinst.com!news-relay.us.dell.com!swrinde!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!noc.near.net!usenet.continental.com!usenet From: "Paul Christensen, N9AZ" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Yaesu FT-1000MP: ON4UN Product Review Date: 30 Nov 1995 13:41:18 GMT Organization: Continental Cablevision Lines: 8 Message-ID: <49kc9u$5u0@usenet.continental.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: 169.152.167.70 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit) Last week, I read a posting of John Devoldere's (ON4UN) findings and opinions on the Yaesu FT-1000MP. Could someone repost and/or e-mail it to me? Thanks! -Paul, N9AZ From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:23:54 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!hookup!usenet.eel.ufl.edu!gatech2!swrinde!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!EU.net!sun4nl!phcoms4.seri.philips.nl!news From: ukclapr@ukpmr.cs.philips.nl (Roger Lapthorn) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Standard C508 Series Portables Date: Thu, 30 Nov 1995 14:16:26 GMT Organization: Philips Telecom Lines: 8 Message-ID: <49keef$pfe@phcoms4.seri.philips.nl> Reply-To: ukclapr@ukpmr.cs.philips.nl NNTP-Posting-Host: 130.141.55.132 X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent v0.55 The C508 (family?) is an extremely small 2m/70cm, 250mW TX, dual band portable with wide band RX including 800-1000MHz. It runs on two AA cells. It is an absolute beauty and really does fit a shirt pocket. Does anyone know if there are plans to retail this in the UK and, if so, at what price? 73s Roger, G3XBM From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:23:54 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!lamarck.sura.net!gozer.inri.com!news From: Bob Fritz Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: KENWOOD WEBSITE WHERE???? Date: 30 Nov 1995 15:25:14 GMT Organization: Inter-National Research Institute, Inc. Lines: 3 Message-ID: <49kicq$eav@gozer.inri.com> References: <95332.152305S624684@vm.uni-bocconi.it> NNTP-Posting-Host: 199.165.148.104 Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Macintosh; I; 68K) X-URL: news:95332.152305S624684@vm.uni-bocconi.it WWW.KENWOOD.NET From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:23:56 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!news.eas.asu.edu!noao!ncar!ra.cgd.ucar.edu!tomas From: tomas@ra.cgd.ucar.edu (Bob Tomas) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: receive overload on ts-520s Date: 30 Nov 1995 16:00:17 GMT Organization: Climate and Global Dynamics Division/NCAR, Boulder, CO Lines: 26 Message-ID: <49kkeh$qra@ncar.ucar.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: ra.cgd.ucar.edu Hello all, I have an old ts-520s and live in a neighborhood in which several other amateurs operate. Unfortunately, the ts-520s receiver doesn't like it when there are strong signals present on the band it is tuned to. It gets mad and the agc kicks in with a vengeance---even if the strong signal is several 100 kHz away. I've tried using the attenuator button (20 db); not surprisingly, this helps a little. I've also tried turning of the noise blanker (thanks to the reader who provided the suggestion); not sure if this helps or not yet. The less than acceptable solution I've found is to disable the agc when it starts throwing a tantrum. I am in search of suggestions/answers: 1) Is this a well known problem with these old rigs? 2) Is there a mod that will/may help? 3) If my poor uncle were to leave me several hundred dollars, are there used rigs out there that deal with strong signals better? 4) If my rich aunt were to leave me several thousand dollars, are there new rigs out there that deal with strong signals better? By the way, I operate cw almost exclusively (as do my neighbors) and the rig does not have the cw filter installed. bob n7nd From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:23:57 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!usenet.kornet.nm.kr!agate!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!dziuxsolim.rutgers.edu!igor.rutgers.edu!remus.rutgers.edu!not-for-mail From: hillgen@remus.rutgers.edu (Jay Hillgen) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Question about proper operating voltage Date: 30 Nov 1995 16:32:29 -0500 Organization: Rutgers University LCSR Lines: 13 Message-ID: <49l7td$eh2@remus.rutgers.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: remus-fddi.rutgers.edu I recently picked up a very hefty power supply with the intent of using it to power my amateur gear. It's a Trygon Electronics PS1. The meters go to 10 volts and 100 amps. If it put out even a fraction of that current, I would be pleased. The problem is that I have only gotten it to produce 11 volts. I believe that my equipment (a mix of solid state and tube) will operate effictively from this power source, but I need some opinions before I try it. Also, if anyone oth there has any experience with a supply of this type, any information about getting it up neat 13.8V would be GREATLY appreciated! Thanks, jay N2OTK From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:23:57 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!novia!news.dpc.net!news.heurikon.com!news.ahc.ameritech.com!ddsw1!news.mcs.net!news.kei.com!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!news-e1a.megaweb.com!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: jman1172@aol.com (J Man 1172) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: FS:MOTOROLA 800 mhzMAXAR 80 MOBILES (5) Date: 30 Nov 1995 17:01:49 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 4 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <49l9kd$tq@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: jman1172@aol.com (J Man 1172) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com I HAVE 5 MOTOROLA MAXAR MOBILES WITH ALL MIKES( 4 MOBILE & 1 BASE) THEY ARE ON 855/860 NOW 4 CHANNEL BUTTONS #D25T546000BK.BLACK CASE.POWER CORDS BRACKETS $60 EACH OR $250 FOR ALL 5 PLUS SHIPPING SAME SIZE AS A CB From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:23:59 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.accessus.net!news.one.net!imci3!imci2!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!news.eden.com!matrix.eden.com!n5kzw From: "Edwin J. Bailen" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Power supplies: Astron or Daiwa or other? Date: Thu, 30 Nov 1995 17:02:29 -0600 Organization: Adhesive Media, Inc. Lines: 37 Message-ID: References: <1995Nov27.203813.18220@schbbs.mot.com> <49ejtq$223@cloner3.netcom.com> <49fjps$ae9@newdelph.rtsg.mot.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: matrix.eden.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: TEXT/PLAIN; charset=US-ASCII In-Reply-To: <49fjps$ae9@newdelph.rtsg.mot.com> On 28 Nov 1995, Charles A. Sherwood wrote: > Date: 28 NOV 1995 18:18:36 GMT > From: Charles A. Sherwood > Newgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment > Subject: Re: Power supplies: Astron or Daiwa or other? > > In article <49ejtq$223@cloner3.netcom.com> "James A. Storm" writes: > >I would suggest Astron. I've been using an RS-20A for over 20 years. I > > > > 73, WB6LWS Jim in Pacifica, CA > > > I was told that someone would not honor the guarantee of their radios > when they were used with astron power supplies. (kenwood, I think) > > Has anyone else hear this? It might not hurt to check before buying.... > > chuck sherwood N9QZT > sherwood@cig.mot.com > > > -- > Chuck Sherwood > sherwood@cig.mot.com > 708-632-7078 > > When I went looking for a power supply several years ago, I was told that Astron makes the Kenwood power supplies. When my RS-35A took a lightning hit a few years back, I had to replace the zener diode, and the LM-723 to get it back up. For my purposes, I prefer a linear suply controlled by a 723. They are very easy to repair, and I have had no equipment problems. Ed Bailen -- N5KZW My religion? Geek Orthodox! From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:24:00 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.accessone.com!news From: Mike Lubrecht Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Yaesu FT-51R or Kenwood Th-79A (D) Pros & Cons? Date: 30 Nov 1995 17:30:13 GMT Organization: FlowMole Environmental Services Lines: 13 Message-ID: <49kpn5$fi0@news.accessone.com> References: <49echd$d7o@newsbf02.news.aol.com> <49gb6g$h1v@news.acns.nwu.edu> NNTP-Posting-Host: flowmole.accessone.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Macintosh; I; 68K) X-URL: news:49gb6g$h1v@news.acns.nwu.edu I looked at both the Yaesu and the Kenwood recently myself, and then chose the Icom W31A. The dealer (who sold all three) as well as several friends and acquaintances gave the Icom unit the nod in terms of durability and reliability. I decided that the "on-line help" features were pretty much unneeded after the first couple weeks of operation, and the Icom has a full complement of features that might be used (code and tone squelch, etc.) It is also easy to modify for broad band receive. For what it's worth! Mike From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:24:00 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!news-e1a.megaweb.com!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: mparkes@aol.com (Mparkes) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: FT-51R 15 kHz mod completed Date: 30 Nov 1995 17:34:17 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 5 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <49lbh9$1j9@newsbf02.news.aol.com> References: <49d7ng$q5t@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: mparkes@aol.com (Mparkes) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com Bob: Do they charge you something for the mod or is it covered under warranty? Tnx, Mike KS4DA From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:24:01 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.uoregon.edu!news.corpcomm.net!news3.net99.net!news.cais.net!news.cais.com!news From: scanware@sincom.com Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: KENWOOD WEBSITE WHERE???? Date: Thu, 30 Nov 1995 17:43:49 GMT Organization: Capital Area Internet Service info@cais.com 703-448-4470 Lines: 20 Message-ID: <49kq4n$7qf@news.cais.com> References: <95332.152305S624684@vm.uni-bocconi.it> NNTP-Posting-Host: pm1-06.sincom.com X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Giuseppe Sorrentino wrote: >I'll thank a lot to who will be able to communicate me the internet > address of kenwood rig company(i'm sure it exists). >tnx for 73 >DEFCON You'll find Kenwood at: http://www.kenwood.net Gene / KG7XD ScanWare Associates http://www.sincom.com/~scanware/index.html ScanWare Associates http://cutter.sincom.com/~scanware/index.html email: scanware@sincom.com BBS 360.8714228 or 360.871.4591 From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:24:02 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!novia!news.dpc.net!news.heurikon.com!news.ahc.ameritech.com!ddsw1!news.mcs.net!van-bc!news.mindlink.net!agate!newsxfer.itd.umich.edu!tank.news.pipex.net!pipex!iol!imci2!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!news-e1a.megaweb.com!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: rkmorrow@aol.com (RKMorrow) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: FT-51R 15 kHz mod completed Date: 30 Nov 1995 18:02:14 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 26 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <49ld5m$2an@newsbf02.news.aol.com> References: <49j283$ig9@nikita.intelenet.net> Reply-To: rkmorrow@aol.com (RKMorrow) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com rkmorrow@aol.com (RKMorrow) wrote: >I've received several e-mail messages asking about how to test a FT-51R >for the 15 kHz step problem. Set the VHF step size to 15 kHz and key in >146.52 MHz from the front panel. Next, step down one with the top knob. >If the display now reads 146.505 MHz you're OK; if it reads 146.50 MHz you >need the mod. >-Bob WB6GTM :Bob, if you have the problem, how do you get it fixed? :barry@valonline.com Send the body of the radio and a copy of your receipt to Yaesu USA 17210 Edwards Rd Cerritos CA 90701 Request that they do the "15 kHz Update" and they will replace the CPU and send the radio back to you at no charge. Turnaround time on mine was 5 days at the shop. -Bob From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:24:04 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!gatech2!news.jsums.edu!news.uoregon.edu!news.dacom.co.kr!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in2.uu.net!ulowell.uml.edu!vtc.tacom.army.mil!news2.acs.oakland.edu!newshub.gmr.com!rcsuna.gmr.com!news From: vbreault@rinhp750.gmr.com (Val Breault) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: RSGB report on icom 706 Date: 30 Nov 1995 18:27:14 GMT Organization: General Motors R&D Center Lines: 14 Distribution: world Message-ID: NNTP-Posting-Host: rinhp750.gmr.com I found a url for icom UK where they have a product review done by the staff of the RSGB. Find it at: htp://world.worldserver.pipex.com/nc/icom/icom706r.htm (I have a hard time believing how badly I covet one of those.) -- Val Breault vbreault@gmr.com \ /| ars N8OEF GM R&D Center - instrumentation dept. \ / | pres GM ARC My opinions are not necessarily those \ /__| HF mobile on of GM R&D or of the GM Corporation. \/ |___ 14.200 +/- From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:24:05 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.texas.net!newshost.comco.com!news.tamu.edu!cs.utexas.edu!news.ti.com!news.dseg.ti.com!usenet From: QRP%mimi@magic.itg.ti.com (D W Hemphill KC5NG) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: TEN TEC SCOUT...GOTTA LOVE IT Date: 30 Nov 1995 18:45:21 GMT Lines: 30 Message-ID: <49ku41$ge9@mksrv1.dseg.ti.com> References: <49e06g$9ac_002@news.erie.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: dhemphill.dseg.ti.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: Text/Plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.5 I had a used Scout for about a year (sold it recently to buy a new Alinco DX-70T for the mobile). The Scout performs very well, is simple to operate, and always got good reports on SSB and CW. Some things the Scout did NOT have that would have been nice: -- LCD instead of LEDs (lower power consumption) -- RF gain control (some of us still use this feature!) -- CW output power adjustable from front or rear panel, instead of having to fish a tweaker through a hole in the cabinet -- sidetone volume that tracks the receiver volume (if you set it loud enough to be useful when operating with a speaker, you get your ears blasted when you switch to headphones; I built an adaptor cable with a 100 Ohm resistor in series to combat this problem) All in all, the Scout is a good solid rig. I think it may be a bit overpriced, but it's selling like mad, so perhaps it's just me. By the time you buy the rig, all the band modules, a hand mic, mobile mount, and the noise blanker, you've spent over $800. For under $200 more, you can buy the Kenwood TS-50S or the Alinco DX-70T, which do a lot more than the Scout and have far better receivers. If you don't need all the bands, however, you can buy only what you need. A garden-variety electret hand mic works ok (don't have to buy the $49 Ten-Tec mic), and you can make your own mount. The NB works well, and is a must for mobiling. The Scout, as you can see, has its pluses and minuses. Hope this helps. 73 de KC5NG From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:24:05 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!btnet!demon!mail2news.demon.co.uk!boltons.demon.co.uk From: Al Bolton Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Wanted-23cms gear. Date: Thu, 30 Nov 95 20:11:48 GMT Organization: The UK/Slovak Co. Lines: 20 Message-ID: <817762308snz@boltons.demon.co.uk> Reply-To: Al@boltons.demon.co.uk X-NNTP-Posting-Host: boltons.demon.co.uk X-Newsreader: Demon Internet Simple News v1.29 Hello, I am looking for 23cms gear-either an FM handheld or, better still, a transverter with (preferably) an IF of 144MHz. These seem to be just about unobtainable in the UK so I would definitely consider obtaining gear from the US-post paid of course! I am aware that there is a fine transverter available from DownEast as a kit but being lazy I would rather buy one! I must point out that I am a cheapskate, so the cheaper the better........ If you have anything you wish to sell matching the above descriptions then Email me at: al@boltons.demon.co.uk Many thanks, ________________ Al Bolton. OK8VSQ/OM/G4VSQ. Caversham, UK. G-QRP 8741. ---------------- From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:24:06 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!ratty.wolfe.net!usenet From: bobzito Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Wanted: A copy of an Alinco DR-600 Operators manual! I have the radio Date: Thu, 30 Nov 1995 20:33:46 -0800 Organization: Wolfe Internet Access, L.L.C. Lines: 9 Message-ID: <30BE85AA.3E17@wolfenet.com> NNTP-Posting-Host: sea-ts2-p56.wolfenet.com Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 2.0b3 (Win95; I) Wanted: A copy of an Alinco DR-600 Operators manual! I have the radio but no manual. I figured out the basics, but what to know all it's capabilities. I'll pay postage and copying fees! Do another Amateur a favor! It will make you feel better! I would do it if I were you! Thanks! Bob KI7EV -- (Bob Zito) From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:24:07 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.clark.net!rahul.net!a2i!bug.rahul.net!a2i!genmagic!sgigate.sgi.com!swrinde!newsfeed.internetmci.com!btnet!demon!mail2news.demon.co.uk!microvst.demon.co.uk From: "Anthony R. Gold" Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: Wanted-23cms gear. Date: Thu, 30 Nov 95 21:11:47 GMT Organization: Microvest Limited, London Lines: 25 Message-ID: <817765907snz@microvst.demon.co.uk> References: <817762308snz@boltons.demon.co.uk> Reply-To: tgold@microvst.demon.co.uk X-NNTP-Posting-Host: microvst.demon.co.uk X-Newsreader: Demon Internet Simple News v1.29 In article <817762308snz@boltons.demon.co.uk> Al@boltons.demon.co.uk "Al Bolton" writes: > I am looking for 23cms gear-either an FM handheld or, better still, a > transverter with (preferably) an IF of 144MHz. These seem to be just about > unobtainable in the UK so I would definitely consider obtaining gear from the > US-post paid of course! I am aware that there is a fine transverter available > from DownEast as a kit but being lazy I would rather buy one! I must point out > that I am a cheapskate, so the cheaper the better........ Try calling Piper Communications in Abingdon, 01235-834328. Dave Ahrem was UK rep for both SSB and EME equipment, but I last spoke with him about one year ago. First class but not very cheap. > If you have anything you wish to sell matching the above descriptions then > Email me at: al@boltons.demon.co.uk cc: via email. 73. -- Tony - G3SKR / AA2PM email: tgold@panix.com tgold@microvst.demon.co.uk packet: g3skr@n0ary.#nocal.ca.usa.na From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:24:08 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!gatech2!gt-news!gatech!newsfeed.internetmci.com!howland.reston.ans.net!news-e1a.megaweb.com!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: ka9egw@aol.com (KA9EGW) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Collins Deerskin dust covers Date: 30 Nov 1995 21:13:14 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 13 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <49lobq$711@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: ka9egw@aol.com (KA9EGW) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com A disabled leather-worker friend of mine is willing to make deerskin, cloth-lined dust covers to fit the Collins S-Line with the winged logo tooled on the front, and other makes/models if there is sufficient interest. He will also work with any other custom leather ideas you have. Call Steve at Eagle Flight Leathers 1007 Bayview Round Lake Beach, IL 60073 (708) 740-2120 Don't e-mail me; I'm just posting this for him. From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:24:10 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!cs.utexas.edu!news.ti.com!sislnews.csc.ti.com!usenet From: rbiddle@madvax.mo.ti.com (Richard Biddle) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Re: ? Contacting Heathkit ? Date: 30 Nov 1995 22:04:34 GMT Organization: Military Products Lines: 11 Message-ID: <49l9pi$k1b@superb.csc.ti.com> References: <1995Nov28.174403.61055@ucl.ac.uk> NNTP-Posting-Host: biddle.mo.ti.com X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.5 In article <1995Nov28.174403.61055@ucl.ac.uk>, aolney says... > >Heathkit's been dead for years > They're out of the major ham kit business but still have other types of kits (Weather Station, World's Most Accurate Clock, educational, etc.) and still have manual copies and some parts for Heathkit gear - 1-800-253-0570. 73 DE KB5WLH From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:24:11 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!matlock.mindspring.com!usenet From: ko4ta@mindspring.com (Don Simpson) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.swap Subject: Re: What is SPAM??? Date: Thu, 30 Nov 1995 22:24:54 GMT Organization: ASAP Protective - Woodstock, Ga. 770-516-7196 Lines: 40 Message-ID: <49lavg$9jm@stealth.mindspring.com> References: <491ju8$atm@ixnews2.ix.netcom.com> <49aco6$ru5@newsbf02.news.aol.com> <49cntv$kbl@its.hooked.net> <49gnte$olg@odo.PEAK.ORG> <30bc90c4.381903851@news.hooked.net> Reply-To: ko4ta@mindspring.com NNTP-Posting-Host: ko4ta.mindspring.com X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82 Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:21881 rec.radio.amateur.misc:94931 rec.radio.swap:51961 Santa@northpole.gov (Santa) wrote: {billn@PEAK.ORG (Bill Nelson) wrote: {>Santa Claus (santa@northpole.com) wrote: {> {>: SPAM is also idiots like JOE and his frend Brandis whoever who post {>: off topic messages, or people who cross post a "Call me, I'm horny. {>: 011-32-4443-22332. Only 10 cents a minute" to EVERY newsgroup, {>: including binaries. {> {>No, off topic posts are NOT spamming. You should learn the meaning of a {>term before trying to define it. {> {>Note the trimmed newsgroups. Your post WAS a spam. {No, their yelling back and forth arguing about who's cock was bigger, {who called who, who fed ex'd what, who's son was a ham, who's annoying {while they type in all caps.. THAT is spamming. YOUR spamming, telling {someone the're spamming. Get a life.. {============================================================================== {Evan Platt, Communications Department - IncidentNet (tm)--Emergency Notification System {eplatt@hooked.net / National ID: (Net/3501) {http://www.hooked.net/users/eplatt/incidentnet.html {Fax : 415-813-1072 / Pager: 415-907-1697 / Office: 415-856-1803 { Standard Disclaimer No spamming is relative. Only relatives can actually spam. Inlaws in particular are the most intense spammers. :o) From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:24:12 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!usit.net!news From: Danny Browning Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Pro-2035 Date: 30 Nov 1995 22:36:17 GMT Organization: usit.net Lines: 15 Message-ID: <49lbl1$54p@news.usit.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: bway-slip4.dynamic.usit.net Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.2N (Windows; I; 16bit) ****For sale**** Radio Shack Pro-2035 1000 channel scanner. Mint condition. Box,Manual and antenna (telescopic) $275 (firm) Or possible trade on a Handheld scanner with cell coverage. Must be in perfect condition! dannyb@usit.net KD4LYP From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:24:13 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!gryphon.phoenix.net!phoenix From: rsorge@phoenix.net (Robert Sorge) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: Wanted: Kenwood MC-50 Microphone Date: Thu, 30 Nov 95 22:55:57 GMT Organization: KC5FMZ Lines: 3 Message-ID: <49l8ie$a3@gryphon.phoenix.net> NNTP-Posting-Host: dial29.phoenix.net To: All X-Newsreader: News Xpress Version 1.0 Beta #3 I have a Kenwood ts-530s that I would like to locate a Kenwood MC-50 Desk Microphone for. Does anyone have one for sale? 73 de Robert - KC5FMZ From Unknown Fri Dec 01 20:24:14 1995 Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.heurikon.com!uwvax!frankensun.altair.com!newsserver.pixel.kodak.com!bloom-beacon.mit.edu!gatech!howland.reston.ans.net!news-e1a.megaweb.com!newstf01.news.aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail From: bishop226@aol.com (Bishop226) Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment Subject: PROGRAMING SOFTWARE Date: 30 Nov 1995 23:30:13 -0500 Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364) Lines: 5 Sender: root@newsbf02.news.aol.com Message-ID: <49m0cl$add@newsbf02.news.aol.com> Reply-To: bishop226@aol.com (Bishop226) NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com I NEED PROGRAMING SOFTWARE FOR MOTOROLA SABERS PLEASE E-MAIL ME ON WHO I CAN CONTACT ON HOW TO GET IT THANKS BISHOP226@AOL.COM