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From: "Charles W. Doolittle-Scovish" <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: Kenwood TM-241 Aircraft Recive
Date: 1 Dec 1995 00:31:48 GMT
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>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.

I couldnt tell you how, but I know it does.  I can get my local ap on it.  The
sensitivity isnt that great though.  Remember:Specs only guaranteed for the
amatuer bands.
--
Charles W. Doolittle-Scovish
[e-mail]   [e-mail]
N1SPX
Frequencies at http://acm.rpi.edu/~n1spx



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From: [e-mail] (David Wells)
Subject: Re: Power supplies: Astron or Daiwa or other?
Organization: cruzio
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[e-mail] wrote:
>Well, I gotta get one, and have insufficient knowledge of the
>alternatives ... please help.
>
>The Astra's seem to be the most commonly found in catalogs.  The
>Diawa's are smaller (an advantage for me), considerably lighter (does
>that suggest anything?), and slightly lower priced in the sense of
>advertised capabilities per dollar.
>
>The question is: are there good reasons to choose one of the above
>over the other ... reliability, service, other ... or are there even
>better alternatives?
>
>Your experience-based opinions would be appreciated.  I suggest an
>email response, unless you feel thet others in this forum would be
>interested.
>
>Tony
>KC7HDT

I have a couple Astrons at home and a couple more I use at work and have
had few problems.

HOWEVER:

The company I work for has about 70 stores and for years we used the
Astrons to power the electronics display. I had to repair some that had
overheated the connections on the pcb. I fixed them by installing
heavy wire jumpers. Mind you these are running at about 75% of ca
pacity 7 days a week and about 12 hours per day. Recently we had
to change to another make because the Astrons are not UL approved.
The Fire Marshalls in some states would not let us open the stores until
we replaced them with UL approved units which cost us over $300 each
in quantity! If your house ever burns down the non-Ul approved Astrons
may be a problem for you.

Dave



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From: [e-mail] (Raymond Stein)
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Subject: Re: Kenwood TM-241 Aircraft Recive
Date: 1 Dec 1995 02:00:42 GMT
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In article <49iumb$[e-mail]>, Jim Boyett <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Robert Bickel ([e-mail]) 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.
>

It doesn't use AM on 118-136.  It's all FM-narrow.  It sure would have
been nice if they thought about that one a little harder.  It's a good
radio otherwise.

--
____________________________________________________________________________
***  Ray Stein              ***          Oregon State University         ***
***  [e-mail]    ***      Dept of Electrical Engineering      ***
***  N7RET                  ***      http://www.ece.orst.edu/~steinr     ***


From Unknown Sun Dec 03 12:39:20 1995
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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
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Subject: Re: Question about proper operating voltage
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   [e-mail] (Jay Hillgen) wrote:

>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!

That 10V meter probably indicates that the supply was intended to
output somthing between 6-8V.  Raising that to 13.8V is a big
increase and the power transformer may simply not put out enough.

Do you have a schematic?

73,

Jack  WB3U


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From: [e-mail]
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Subject: Re: Which HF Vertical
Date: 1 Dec 1995 03:43:27 GMT
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In article <49j43t$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Steve Miller) writes:
>In article <[e-mail]>,
>John Seney <[e-mail]> 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
>[e-mail]
>WD8IXE - Ridin' the aethereal waves
Steve I would differ with you on this. Generally what you say is true, but as one raises
the feedpoint of a vertical it becomes more effecient. Granted a common-garden-variety
type vertical like my real old 14 AVQ shouldn't be used without radials but some verticals
are designed with an elevated feedpoint  so as to do away with radials. The ideal case in
point would be a dipole, made half wave length, tilted on its side. One would NOT want to
put radials on such an antenna. The gap works on the elevated feedpoint principle. Read
some of the stuff Kurt N Sterba says in WorldRadio about this.
Anybody see any holes in what I say here?
Peace
WB0FDJ


From Unknown Sun Dec 03 12:39:23 1995
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From: [e-mail] (RICKCRIDER)
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Subject: Late, Stumped and Tired....Need help.
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*Sigh..*   More technical help needed.    But, first of all, thanks to all
who reponded to my repeater / amp / pre-amp situation.   A few days of
fiddling and testing and all is coming together.   Thanks from the entire
club.

This posting (cry for help) is for my personal techie problems.
Situation:  Alinco DR 610 dual band (2m/70cm) rig.   Has built in
duplexer.....only one antenna lead out of back.    RF Concepts (model
2-417) two meter amplifier.    Daiwa vhf/uhf crossneedle meter between amp
and dual band antenna.

On 2m everything works *exactly* as it should.   On uhf/440 the amp will
not pass any uhf signal. (With the amp neither off nor on.)   Seems that
the amp would simply pass the signal on through but instead just soaks it
up.   No 'readable' power passes through the amp at all.

So.....thinking all I need is a simple external duplexer to bypass the amp
I promptly rob a Comet model 4160 uhf/vhf duplexer from another setup.
Through a maze of adaptors and jumpers I run the single lead from the
radio into the duplexer.   Run the vhf out of the duplexer into the amp.
Run the uhf out of the duplexer bypassing the amp and into one side of a '
T ' adaptor on the back of the meter.  Run the vhf out of the amp into the
other side of the 'T' adaptor on the back of the meter.

Thinking I've solved it all, I smugly switch everything on and cautiously
begin to test.    Well,  duplexer does split the signal and I get a slight
reading on the meter on both vhf and uhf now, but barely a reading.   The
maze of the jumpers and adaptors (or something) is soaking up all power,
whether vhf through the amp or uhf bypassing the amp.

Simply put,  I'm stumped and tired.   Been dabbling with this for hours.
Time to swallow my pride and post it to the group.   Hamfest coming up
tomorrow (Sat.) so any answers prior to then will help me gather any thing
I may need to pick up.

Thanks to all.    Any ham who doesn't access these groups are really
missing out.

Rick Crider
KD4FXA
Monroe  NC


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From: "R.M. (Dick) Kriss" <[e-mail]>
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I checked out the AEA Home Page and NOTED there is
no E-Mail address for AEA. If they are going to have
a home page, the need to have an E-Mail address. I
did note a CIS thing that was black not blue so it
was not a hot link.

Dick Kriss, kd5vu
[e-mail]
or
[e-mail]
A AEA Customer




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I checked out the AEA Home Page and NOTED there is
no E-Mail address for AEA. If they are going to have
a home page, the need to have an E-Mail address. I
did note a CIS thing that was black not blue so it
was not a hot link.

Dick Kriss, kd5vu
[e-mail]
or
[e-mail]
A AEA Customer




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I checked out the AEA Home Page and NOTED there is
no E-Mail address for AEA. If they are going to have
a home page, the need to have an E-Mail address. I
did note a CIS thing that was black not blue so it
was not a hot link.

Dick Kriss, kd5vu
[e-mail]
or
[e-mail]
A AEA Customer




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I checked out the AEA Home Page and NOTED there is
no E-Mail address for AEA. If they are going to have
a home page, the need to have an E-Mail address. I
did note a CIS thing that was black not blue so it
was not a hot link.

Dick Kriss, kd5vu
[e-mail]
or
[e-mail]
A AEA Customer




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From: "Robin E. Midgett" <[e-mail]>
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Subject: WTB: Icom 901A parts
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I need the OPC-179 jumper cables for the 901A...these cables interconnect the band
modules on the 901A series radios, no longer available from Icom. Thanks,
Robin KB4IDC



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In article <49iinv$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
(Michael Alan Gauland) wrote:

> 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?

Generally, a flashing display means the PLL is unlocked. Your radio needs
service.


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From: [e-mail] (W8JI  Tom)
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Subject: Re: Which HF Vertical
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In article <49j43t$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Steve Miller)
writes:

>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

I'll vote for that. Steve's experience parallels mine. The best verticals
I've used employed radial systems, one is the Butternut, and one is a MFJ
full size quarter wave (35 ft tall) on 40 and 20 and top loaded on 80.
Both systems murder a GAP and an R7.

73 Tom


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Subject: Re: IC-706 CW with 250KHZ filter operation
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In article <9511262325.AA03484@aragorn>, [e-mail] (Mike Aust) writes:
> A few don't care for full break in as it does not
> respond fast enough for those 35+ Wpm CW op's on full
> break-in well.

>
So soes anybody have more feedback on how fast the IC706 breakin responds? I
have one on order, but this could be a problem. Not that I work a whole lot of
CW above 30 WPM.... but how fast can CW be with good keying shape and no loss
of bauds?

Mel KJ9C


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From: [e-mail] (Melissa Stafford)
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I am looking for an RC10 frequency board controler for my 751A icom radio.
Icom does not sale this product any more but I know there are still a few
around.  I am also looking for a list of trader nets for 80 meters.


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From my last message, any info would be appreciated.


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From: [e-mail] (Nepal educ)
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Subject: Re: Standard C508 Series Portables
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Thought you might like to know that I have used an American purchased
C508A in the UK on 2m.  It works great because it has the 1750Hz call
feature.  The only problem is that the 440MHz coverage cuts off above the
UK band.  There is a mod for extended transmit range, that I hope to do
before my next trip to Scotland.

By the way, the front end is very intermod prone with an external antenna,
especially on 2m.  The antenna supplied seems to be so narrow in bandwidth
that is effectively used to reduce intermod to acceptable levels.

Apart from that it is a great HT - the 250mW works into most repeaters for
about a 40 mile radius with an external mag mount, about 20 miles with the
supplied antenna.  Everyone who has seen mine has gone out and bought one
...........

73,

Rob
ZL2AXQ/W6
San Francisco CA


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Hallo


a friend has got a Philips VHF power tube YD1303 and he would
like to have some data sheet or hints where to find further information.
This tube was possibly intended for a PLISCH TV transmitter with
a few hundred watts at 400MHz.


Further informations would be appreciated very much.

73 de HB9HVI, Egon



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From: Marinus Willemstijn <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Looking for algorithm to work out grid locator
Date: Fri, 01 Dec 1995 13:26:49 +0200
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Can anyone please help me get the algorithm to work out the grid locator?
I am writing a program and would like to incorporate
something similar.

Marinus Willemstijn
Voice : [phone]
Cell : 082-565-7085
Fax : [phone]
Internet : [e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Bill Nadzam)
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Subject: Re: Mem backup batt for Ranger RCI-2950 rig
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In article <49jstg$[e-mail]>,
   [e-mail] (Wang Chung) wrote:
>Hello all;
>Does anyone know what is the type/batt number for the memmory backup
>battery for the Ranger RCI-2950 10m rig?

The battery is listed as a 3 Volt 170mah Lithium, Ranger part number
is EX08N41405... The best fix is to buy a small dual cell AAA holder at
your local Radio Shack. Then mount this against the left, rear, chassis
side.(Near the Final Amp stage) Wire these two AAA batteries in series to
the old posts where the original Lithium cell was. I tend to put in a
couple of duracells. This will work for years before you'll need to worry
about them again.

------------------------------------------------
Name: Bill.Nadzam
E-mail: "Bill Nadzam" <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: RSGB report on icom 706
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Here's a correction on the URL for the RSGB review of the ICOM 706:
http://www.worldserver.pipex.com/nc/icom/icom706r.htm

Jim W8ZR



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Subject: ICOM 2000H Mods?
Date: 1 Dec 1995 14:35:19 GMT
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I'm looking for a site that has ICOM 2000H mods - I can't find them in
the usual places.

Bob, KE6WYG




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On 1 Dec 1995, Dan Axelrod wrote:

> Hello all.
>
> I am interested in an interesting idea that I have for my computer:
>
> I want to connect the computer to another one over the radio waves.
> I need it to be running 24 hrs a day 7 days a week. It has to broadcast
> over about a 60 mile range. And have a speed of about a 28.8 modem.
>
> Preferably I would want a full-duplex connection just hooked up to
> modems on both sides. But other similar ideas I want to consider for
> myself too.
>
> I live in the US, and in fact I want to transmit from the east cost of New
> Jersey to Long Island NY.
>
> I thought that maybe SW radio would be good, since it's a. not regulated,
> and b. can bend over the horizon.

SW radio is regulated CB is not. usually CB does not bend over the horizon.
To use SW radio you need an amateur licence...

>
> Does anyone know how possible, leagal and/or expencive is this project?
>
possible, yes. If you've got the licence it's even legal, but still then not
appiciated by other ham's. If you are using CB you'll find the chanels to small
(close together) to use 28k8, common practice on CB is 1k2 or 2k4. This
is due to the bandwith required to transmit 28k8 over loger distances
while leaving some s/n ratio at the receiving end.
1k2 is not expencive, a few bugs for the modem is all you need to spend.
If you're willing to learn for the licence, the ham-radio packet-network
might come close to your needs.

If you want to know more about hams just ask an american ham. Maybe you
should reed rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc for a while.

cu Remco.



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From: [e-mail] (fontam)
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Subject: Re: Drake R4A crystal help
Date: 1 Dec 1995 15:24:51 GMT
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[e-mail] wrote:
: In article <47l7q8$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Stephe
: n 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?
: >
: >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
: >[e-mail]
: >
: Yes you are correct on the frequency. Also note that you will need a third
: overtone mode series resonant crystal. JAN Crystals down in Florida can take
: care of you at a reasonable price. They have the specs for the Drake Line
: Crystals. Check your recent QST or maybe some other magazine for the address.
: It's somewhere in Ft. Meyers Florida. They work a four day week. This outfit
: is the old "Texas Crystals" group.
:                         73's Dick K8WHA
:
:

Jan crystal has an 800 number.  You might want to call the 800 info for
it.  I recently ordered a few crystals for my t4x/r4a for 17 and 30
meters and received them in about 2 1/2 weeks.

73      Marc  AA3JQ


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From: [e-mail] (Jim Dear)
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Subject: Wanted: 2m Transverter
Date: 1 Dec 1995 15:41:03 GMT
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Looking for 2m Transverter...Microwave Modules or Downeast Microwave or old
Yaesu FTV series...

Must be in working condition.

Reply here or [e-mail]

Jim Dear, KG5VE
[e-mail]



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From: [e-mail] (Paul N. Nix)
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Subject: Re: Icom-706 ext. Rx
Date: Fri, 01 Dec 1995 16:01:46 -0600
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In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] wrote:


> Any other mobile CW ops out there?  Is there a Group for such things?
>
> Thanks,
> Russ N9RJ
> [e-mail]

Russ:

An ICOM guy (Hi Gary, if you see this!) told me about
a 20 Meter ICOM user's net. It's not a mobile CW user's
net, but it is for ICOM owners, so maybe this'll be of
interest.

It runs Sundays at 1700Z (GMT ... UTC ... whatever)
on 14.317 MHz (so here in the Dallas area that's
11 A.M. Sunday morning, as long as we're not on
Daylight Savings Time).

73

Paul Nix  (WB5AGF)
e-mail: [e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Paul N. Nix)
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Subject: Japanese CW Key Manufacturer
Date: Fri, 01 Dec 1995 16:26:19 -0600
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Can someone confirm the name of a Japanese CW key
manufacturer as "Hi-Mound"?

I believe that, in the last 2 or 3 years, one of
the U.S. ham magazines mentioned that there's a
ham who's importing them into the U.S. Can someone
provide that information? (maybe a K8 ?)

Sort of embarrassing to say but, although I'm too
lazy to like CW ... I'm fascinated with CW keys
(so I'm a little eccentric ... big deal ... :)

73

Paul Nix  (WB5AGF)
e-mail: [e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Rolfe Tessem)
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Subject: Re: Antenna Tuner Legal Limit
Date: 1 Dec 1995 16:35:51 GMT
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In article <[e-mail]>,
[e-mail] says...

>A third type of tuner is designed to primarily feed open wire or
>ladder line and uses link coupling to convert from the transmitter to
>a balanced output.  This type tuner does not use a balun, and will be
>reasonably efficient with any feedline impedance which it can match.
>There are many possible component configurations and the link may be
>placed at the input, the output, or somewhere in between.  No one I am
>aware of currently manufacturers these tuners, although quite a few
>exist in construction articles.

True, but the venerable Johnson Matchbox is a tuner of this type, is it not?

Rolfe
W3VH

--
Rolfe Tessem      |    Lucky Duck Productions, Inc.
[e-mail]     |    96 Morton Street
[phone]    |    New York, NY 10014



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From: [e-mail]
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Subject: Kenwood TM-732 Microphone
Date: 1 Dec 1995 16:40:30 GMT
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        Has anyone had trouble with the microphone that comes with the TM-732A?
I've noticed that if I hold the mic for a while, the functions on the keypad stop
working.  It won't let me remotely control the functions of the radio. When the
mic cools off, it works again.  It seems like it's heat related.
        I'm also wondering if anyone has had trouble with the clip on the connector.
Mine broke off a couple days ago, after about two years.  It looks like I'm either
going to have to splice on a new connector, or buy a new mic.  Any suggestions?

73 de N2TBX Larry



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   [e-mail] (Jay Hillgen) wrote:

>I haven't come across a schematic yet, but the power transformer has
>got to take up about half of the supply's weight (approx 75-100lbs)
>so I assume it has a bit of muscle.

The weight only means it's capable of considerable power.  It doesn't
mean the output voltage is sufficient for a 13.8 VDC supply.

James Garland's post has some good stuff that might help you.

73,

Jack  WB3U


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Subject: Re: Need Help:  Repeater Amp and Pre-amp.
Date: 1 Dec 1995 18:57:06 GMT
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Gawd, if you have to ask about this, I would suggest getting
someone else to maintain the rptr!!!


Seriously, if you rptr is hearing .25 or so on 2mtrs, DONT PUT A
PREAMP on it!!!! LEAVE THE PREAMP OFF!!!!! You will only end up
with intermod and/or desense in the rptr.....

The DUPLEXER is the LAST/FIRST thing from/to the antenna
feedline. NOTHING should go on the antenna side of the duplexers
except the ANTENNA!


Chris
WB5ITT
Ex-WR5AOK

--
Senior Telecommunications Technician    [e-mail]
ENTERGY/Gulf States Utilities           1:106/4267 FIDOnet
WB5ITT                                  PG-9-5322 FCC Commercial


From Unknown Sun Dec 03 12:39:48 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Clark Savage Turner WA3JPG)
Subject: Re: Kenwood TS-870S hands on experience
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Date: 1 Dec 95 20:29:10 GMT

In rec.radio.amateur.equipment you write:

>Anybody actually used a TS-870S? I would be very interested in what
>you think of it. I know that DSP works great in the output and I would
>think it should be nothing short of fabulous in the IF stage. Any
>comments from someone with actual hands on experience would be much
>appreciated.

Hi Jim:

I used the 870 up at HRO for an hour on 20 meters with the 850
next to it (with a DSP 9+ attached).  Keep in mind that the 850
costs 1500 and the 870 costs about 2600.  This was important to me.

I like the 870.  The "new" display of digital width is exactly what
the 940 had, and it is neat.  The digital width is nice, pretty sharp,
but it did not ever make the difference between copy on the 870
and no copy on the 850.  The 850 with its IF filters switched in
seemed as good.  The noise reduction in the 870 is nice, but not
a big difference over the DSP 9.  I noticed that you cannot use more
than one function of the 870 DSP at once, while on the DSP 9
you can.  I could not find a situation where the DSP actually
made a noisey signal copiable where it was otherwise not copiable,
but it did decrease ear "fatigue" especially on moderate signals.

As far as the "IF" stage DSP, I am intrigued by it, and I like it,
but it has its disadvantages.  (First note that it is CHEAPER for
Kenwood to put into the rig than a full complement of quality
crystal IF filters)  The DSP is at a stage way down the IF chain.
I believe that they have some IF filtering in the higher IF
stages, and this is good. However, the closer you get the tight
filtering to the "first" stage the better.  This is where a lot
of overload, IMD, and noise becomes problematic.  The sooner you
filter out the junk, the better.  The 870 puts the main filter
at the last stage before AF (well, it is close to AF, but I
believe it is inside the AGC loop?)  This is OK, but not optimal
from a receiver design standpoint.

Now, the cost question got to me.  The 870 is a lot more expensive.
If you equip the 850 with a bunch of good filters, like IRCI,
I suspect it will perform as well, but not as fancy :-).  The
IRCI filters add another $300+ to the 850 (2 CW, 2 SSB), cheaper
if used.  So I compare the well equipped 850 at 1800 to the 870
at 2600 and I do not want to pay 800 more for what I seem to get.

That is my humble opinion, and I do mean humble.  I presently use
a Ten Tec OMNI VI and some homebrew stuff...  I have been more
intrigued by the Yaesu 1000MP since it offers a very good
selection of IF filters in addition to the DSP at the end.
I don't think you would go wrong with the 870 though, really.  It
is just that for my own money, I don't see the added value.

Clark
WA3JPG


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From: [e-mail] (D W Hemphill KC5NG)
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Subject: Ham equipment does not HAVE to be so expensive...
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Part of the problem with new hams complaining that ham gear is
too expensive is their misconception that only something brand
spanking new and loaded with features will allow them to make
contacts with other hams.  This is so far from the truth, it's
insane!  Sure, on today's crowded HF bands, one of the newer
rigs with DSP, loads of filtering, etc, will make it easier for
a contester, DXer, or anyone who experiences a lot of noise and
QRN.  However... the older gear, available at a fraction of the
cost of newer stuff, will still work fine, especially for the
casual user or the beginner.  On VHF FM, working through the
local repeater, an old crystal rig will work just as well as a
new full-featured rig.  All of the bells and whistles are neat
to brag about, but do any of us really use most of them?  My HT
(an Alinco) has eight scanning modes!  I never use any of them!
100 memories?  Why?  There aren't 100 repeaters to work!  Many
locales only have one or two!  I think I'm probably "preaching
to the congregation" here, so I'll step down off my soap box
and politely beg your forgiveness.

But... if you ever have the opportunity to "elmer" a new ham,
be sure to fill him/her in on the real-world facts about what
kind of gear is out there.

73 de KC5NG



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Subject: WTB:Kenwood TH-78a Handie-Talkie in good condition! I just missed one on
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WTB:Kenwood TH-78a Handie-Talkie in good condition! I just missed one on
this net with 1200ma battery pack for $200.00 plus shipping. My buddy
got to it first and bought it!I figure that there must be a couple more
laying around gathering dust out there! So if you want to sell one fast
with no hassles for a similar price, leave me a Email message with
condition, mods, accessories, battery packs and asking price. Please
send all info to me at the address indicated below and 73's!

--
<[e-mail]> (Bob Zito)


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From: [e-mail] (Cliff Frescura K3LL)
Subject: Re: Ham equipment is so damn Expensive.
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Fri, 1 Dec 1995 21:34:41 GMT
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This discussion reminds me of a story my grandfather told me...

His brother in law lamented that ice cream cones were so expensive
nowadays and that when he was a kid they were only a nickle.

My grandfather replied, "I couldn't afford one back then, now I can buy as
many as I want."

Granted one can't buy as many TS-950's as they want, but I think the same
philosophy holds true.  Income over the long term has risen faster than the
price of goods.

73,

Cliff K3LL

--

+----------------------------------------------------------------------+
|[e-mail]                      K3LL @ W3UDX.#WPA.PA.USA.NOAM |
| [e-mail]                      "Adapt, Migrate, or Die."     |


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From: Stephan Rashkin <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: Beware Kenwood radios
Date: 1 Dec 1995 22:03:17 GMT
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Hi Jim,

It says it right on the box of the TM-241a...I had bought one around
last spring that says Japan and bought another in the summer that
says made in China...they switched around then..I bought mine at
HRO in DE. They also made an unannounced CPU change then which
made all the mod listings invalid..As far as what part of it, or
even how much of it I don't know, but guess you can call Kenwood..
even so parts are made all over the world and nothing much is made
in the US anymore...I have had chinese electronics before and have
always had to figure on doing resoldering after oxidation sets in..
besides half hour after getting a chinese radio I feel like getting
another one..(sorry, old Chinese food joke)..

Steve, wa2nhz



>>>
>
>I don't mean to be argumentative, nor do I mean to question your word,
>but how do you "know for a fact" that these radios are made in China,
>Taiwan, Pakistan, or North Carolina?  I wonder, when the laws of this
>country allow me to import a radio complete except for the knobs,
>install the knobs, and mark "Made in USA".  And yes, I know this for a
>fact because I researched it when I was considering having some of my
>company's equipment partially assembled in Mexico.  I wanted to know
>where the dividing line is between made in one country or the other.
>
>What PART of it is made in China?  And mainland China or Taiwan China?
>
>Jim
>
>




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From: [e-mail] (Peter George)
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Subject: 800MH REPEATER NEEDED
Date: 1 Dec 1995 22:22:49 GMT
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Looking to rent an 800Mh two way radio community repeater.  Looking to
rent by the month.

Please respond as soon as possible

Peter


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From: [e-mail] (Ken Fredstrom)
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Subject: PK-900 For Sale
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I am selling my AEA PK-900 for $400.00 or best offer. It is 1 yr old
and hardly used. It is basically new. Also includes the program
pkpakrat. E-mail   [e-mail]
KEN-WB7NEX-TUCSON



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Subject: Standard brand repair center
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I have a friend with a Standard brand HT that has cracked its case
where the battery attaches on the bottom.  Unfortunately, the HT case
cracked, not the battery. (*#^@&$#& idiotic designer).

Does anyone have the phone number for the Standard repair center?
Has anyone had a similar repair made and know what a case replacement costs?



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From: [e-mail] (Gary Kantor)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: AZDEN  PCS-5000   2 meter rig   Phase Lock problem
Date: 2 Dec 1995 00:29:27 -0500
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In article <49o7pf$[e-mail]>,
Chuck Hanson  <[e-mail]> wrote:
>I have a Azden PCS-5000 2 meter rig that has a problem with the phase
>lock circuit or something.  When the rig is turned on the display shows
>"UL" and not the frequency of the programmed channel.
>
>I have reset the microprocessor many times and nothing changes.  The
>radio does nothing except show "UL" in the display. . .no receive, no RF
>power, no speaker noise.  The buttons have no effect, just the power
>button works.
>

  I must preface the following by saying that I have not worked on a PCS-5000,
but have had extensive experience on the  PCS-3000 and PCS-4000.

  One of the most common problem with the earlier versions of your radio is
having the PLL unlock.  There were 3 common causes for this problem, number
one of which was supposed to have been fixed with the late model '4000's.

1.  The display was illuminated by two tiny 'grain-of-wheat' bulbs, each
    designed for 6 Volts.  These were put in series and powered directly from
    the 12 V supply with no current limiting resistor.  Now, you may wonder
    "What the @#$@$ is this guy doing telling me about pilot lights for?"
    The answer is that Azden, in their infinite wisdom/stupidity (circle one)
    used this lamp circuit as a part of an RC timing circuit to properly
    sequence the microprocessor for power-up and power-down.  If either of
    the bulbs blew out, not only did you lose the illumination of the control
    buttons, but the microprocessor stood a good chance of not being able to
    'boot' properly, thus leaving you in the unlocked and uncontrollable
    condition described above.

    The fix for this, besides replacing the defective lamp, is to put a
    1K Ohm, 1/4 Watt resistor accross the TWO lamps in series.  This is a
    sufficiently low enough resistance to allow the micro to sequence, but
    not adversely effect the lamps.  This fix came from the techs at Amateur
    Wholesale Electronics, Azden's US distributor.

2.  The coil in the PLL compartment is wound with wire of an alloy which,
    while it exhibits excellent temperature stability, accepts tinning very
    poorly.  This often results in a cold solder joint after about a year or
    two, causing an open circuit in the voltage-controlled-oscillator which
    results in unlocking the PLL.  It has to unlock, there is no longer any
    signal coming from the oscillator!

    The fix for this is to de-solder this coil (only a few turns of approx.
    20 GA wire) and very carefully tin it with a good quality 63/37 Tin/Lead
    solder and a liquid rosin flux.  I recommend Kester's Resin 44 (TM) Solder
    and a 40 - 60 watt iron.  DO NOT use a GUN unless you remove the coil from
    the radio first!!  Carefully tin the two ends and re-solder to the PC
    board.  It also wouldn't hurt at this point to touch up the soldering on
    the rest of the components in the PLL compartment.  After doing this,
    make sure there is still a very LIBERAL amount of Beeswax on the
    component side of the board in this compartment, otherwise you may
    introduce microphonic action.  Observe fix number 3 below.

3.  The two PC boards that make up the transmitter exciter and the receiver
    are mounted to the frame with a series of screws spread out over the
    perimeter and a few in the middle of the boards.  Over time, especially
    when the radio is used in a mobile application, these screws loosen up,
    causing the radio to lose a critical ground connection.  That's right,
    they depend on mounting screws to connect certain board traces to chassis
    ground!  This can not only cause unlocking of the PLL, but also loss of
    power on transmit.

    The fix here is simply to tighten the ALL of the screws used to mount the
    two boards and cover the heads with either a coating of Glypt or nail
    polish or lacquer.  This will offer some protection against them loosening
    again as well as an indication if they have.  Make sure to verify proper
    operation of the radio before putting the covers back on.


  Again, I have no way of knowing if these problems were still present in
the PCS-5000.  I switched brands after the first two. :)  However if your
radio is constructed in the same way, two large circuit boards mounted solder
side to solder side, and mounted to the extruded side rails, then some or all
of the above may be your answer.  Good luck and hope you can fix it.

  73's
Gary, WA2BAU




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From: [e-mail] (Barry Dorfman)
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Subject: Re: Yaesu Info
Date: Sat, 02 Dec 1995 01:31:58 GMT
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[e-mail] (Curtis Quist) wrote:

>Does anyone have the address or phone number for Yaesu.  If so could you
>please email them to me.  My address is [e-mail]

>thanks ahead of time
>curtis

17210 Edwards Rd.   Cerritos CA 90701
800-255-9237     310-404-2700     FAX: [phone]





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From: Dave Bernstein <[e-mail]>
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QST published a simple 4-transistor ICOM interface awhile back, which works fine to control my
735 using software written in Visual Basic. I can dig up the schematic if you are interested.

    Dave
    AA6YQ



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From: [e-mail] (William C. Robbins)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Kenwood TS-850 SAT New Pricing
Date: Sat, 02 Dec 1995 03:10:46 GMT
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Many of you have been asking about accessories for the Kenwood
TS-850SAT that I have for sale.  So, I am going to price the package
of the TS-850 with auto antenna tuner, 500 hz filter for the first IF,
500 hz filter for the 2nd IF, 270 hz filter for the first IF (these
filters can be cascaded), the MC-80 microphone, SP-31 external speaker
with audio filters, boxes,  manuals and power cord.

After calling a major ham dealer I found the pricing for this rig
would be $1,400 with one cw filter.  The other accessories would total
$470.  Total package would be $1,870.

My price for the package is $1,600.

Bill....WA8CDU

Days 616/375-7978



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From: [e-mail] (Clark Savage Turner)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: receive overload on ts-520s
Date: 2 Dec 1995 04:06:51 -0800
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In <49kkeh$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Bob Tomas) writes:

>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

>1) Is this a well known problem with these old rigs?

Yikes!  Your 520 may be better than the NEW rigs!  It is a well known
problem with ANY rig when you are that close to another strong station.
The only rigs I know that really handle it well is the Drake lines
and Collins rigs.  My Ten Tec OMNI is pretty darned good, but not as
good as the old rigs at it.

>2) Is there a mod that will/may  help?

There may be nothing you can do to eliminate it completely depending
on the proximity and power those stations are putting out.  However,
you can try several things to reduce it.  The ATT and NB suggestions
are good ones.

DO you use a very sharply peaked antenna tuner?  This may help.  Ask
around to find guys who use tuners that need readjustment every time
they move 25 kHz....that would be a good one.  Then put it in line
and test it out.  It might help.

Also, if you know where these other stations are, you can attempt to
put your antenna at right angles to them.  I suspect this may give you
a few db.

>3) If my poor uncle were to leave me several hundred dollars, are there used
>   rigs out there that deal with strong signals better?

The Drake C line is cost effective and works well.  It just might
handle your problem.  You would do well to find one with the "Sherwood
mods" as it is designed to handle just this situation.

>4) If my rich aunt were to leave me several thousand dollars, are there new
>   rigs out there that deal with strong signals better?

Probably not, though many may disagree.  Read the articles on receiver
design in the last few QST's for a good discussion about why.
There certainly are new ones that do relatively better than others
though.  Go up the cost ladder and you generally get that.  My
Ten Tec OMNI VI does very well for a newer rig.

>By the way, I operate cw almost exclusively (as do my neighbors) and the
>rig does not have the cw filter installed.

OH!  Get a sharp filter right away!  Try calling IRCI if you have the
latest QST (they are in the classifieds, they sell filters) and
get a good one.  This may help a bunch, and is not expensive.

Clark
WA3JPG




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From: [e-mail] (Gary Judd)
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Subject: Yaesu Day  Sat Dec 2nd
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     Yaesu Day at Ham Radio Outlet in Phoenix 10:00am to 5:30pm
Saturday Dec 2nd.  Yaesu representatives, special discounts, hourly prize
drawings.
                    At:  Ham Radio Outlet
                          1702 W. Camelback Road
                          Phoenix, Az 85015
                          1-800-444-9476 in AZ, NM. or West Texas or 602-
242-3515



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From: [e-mail] (Kevin Karamanos )
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In <[e-mail]> [e-mail]
(Curtis Quist) writes:
>
>Does anyone have the address or phone number for Yaesu.  If so could
you
>please email them to me.  My address is [e-mail]
>
>thanks ahead of time
>curtis

Yaesu's Address is:

YAESU USA
17210 Edwards Road
Cerritos, CA 90703 USA

[phone]


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From: [e-mail] (Joe BV/N0IAT)
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Subject: Re: IC-706 CW with 250KHZ filter operation
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>Full break-in CW isn't exactly rocket science.  Why >can't these guys
>get it right?
>
>73,
>
>Jack  WB3U

Jack, Well Said....During this year's CQWW CQ contest, I could tell
exactly which stations were using an Icom rig in full breakin with an
amplifier.  Every JA's first call was chopped and therefore copied as OA.
The QSK  and t/r startup are so slow in their rigs it chopped off the
entire first dit.  Ten Tec had it pretty well ironed out, Yaesu was
getting closer in the 890/990/1000 series rigs, but ICOM _still_ cant get
the blasted QSK correct.  I had a 751A and that was the only real
complaint....QSK stunk above 35 WPM and became very "choppy" with about
1.7:1 dash/dot ratio or less.  My old Harvey Wells Transmitter and Drake
r4b with dow-key relays worked better than these fancy new rigs.  Oh
well..offa the soapbox now.

--
73 from Joe Fitter BV/N0IAT  Taipei, Taiwan R.O.C.

QRV on the WARC bands and looking for WAS 3 BAND WARC
Ex. 7J1AOF(Japan) KA0ZDH(novice) YU3/N0IAT(Slovenia)
Licensed Radio Amateur since 1986 //comments are mine only



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From: [e-mail] (Joe BV/N0IAT)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Japanese CW Key Manufacturer
Date: 2 Dec 1995 05:53:40 GMT
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In article <Paul_N_Nix-0112951626190001@paul_nix.aud.alcatel.com>,
[e-mail] says...
>
>Can someone confirm the name of a Japanese CW key
>manufacturer as "Hi-Mound"?
>

Yes, this is correct.  They make an entire line of CW straight keys,
paddles, electronic, and reed-relay keyers.  They are popular in JA
and are easy to get ahold of (like a Bencher or Vibroplex in the USA).
Any JA ham magazine will usually have 1 add for the Hi-Mound paddles.

I dont have model numbers here, but I lived in Japan for about 3 years (Tokyo)
and have lots of ham buddies still up there.  We chat daily too, so no
 problem if you need some info.

As for products, I was impressed with their top-of-the-line keyer/paddle
combination.  It is relay driven (you can hear the little relay inside the
unit clicking away), not transistor switched.  The base is made of white
marble and chrome (very _heavy_ base) and the keyer/paddle are 1 single
unit like the old Heathkit keyer.  The paddles themself are made from clear
plastic that has a polished beveled edge.  The paddles are also very closely
spaced together (like a side-swiper), so finger travel is minimal.  Cost is
about JPY 20,000 or about US$ 200 bucks.  This was about 8 months ago before
moving down to BV2-land.

Happy CWing or CW collecting!

>I believe that, in the last 2 or 3 years, one of
>the U.S. ham magazines mentioned that there's a
>ham who's importing them into the U.S. Can someone
>provide that information? (maybe a K8 ?)

Sorry, cant help.  I think the K8 is importing the Kent or G4ZPY
paddles from the United Kingdome.  Perhaps it's the same guy.

--
73 from Joe Fitter  BV2/N0IAT  Taipei, Taiwan R.O.C.
Ex. 7J1AOF(Japan) KA0ZDH(novice) YU3/N0IAT(Slovenia)
Licensed Radio Amateur since 1986 //comments are mine only



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From: [e-mail] (Jalil Latiff)
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Subject: Transceiver Testing ?
Date: Sat, 02 Dec 95 06:44:44 GMT
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Does anyone have a test procedure for transceiver ?
I mean especially on the receiver side for sensitivity, selectivity, IM, sinad
and what have you.

I've lost my documentation which was an old  HP training manual when i moved,
and to date, i still cannot find a decent radio test paper. Is it some kind of
big deal secret now or is it people don't test radios anymore ?

Please post here as i'm pretty sure there would be many others interested in
the same.

Many Thanks.

Best Regards,

Jalil Latiff - Universal Telecommunication Network Services
Telecommunication Turnkey Systems Engineering
Tel : + 60  (0)3 735 6980   Fax : + 60  (0)3 735 6978


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From: [e-mail] (Michael)
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Subject: Re: HT speaker/mic connector
Date: 2 Dec 1995 08:15:58 GMT
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Assuming you are talking about a modern rig (not an older FT-208R or
something else with a weird connector), you can easily make one yourself
from Radio Shack parts. I've made several. All you do is buy the two plugs
(both are standard items), plug them in, then use a little masking tape to
hold them in their relative positions. Now, remove them from the radio and
hot-melt glue around them to keep them properly separated. It might take
you a couple of tries to get the hang of it, but you can do it. It doesn't
look pretty, but it works. Good luck.


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What active device is used in the GE UHS VHF RX preamps. I do not have a
schematic of the preamp. Is there a readily available replacement?


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From: [e-mail] (W8JI  Tom)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Which HF Vertical
Date: 2 Dec 1995 09:47:51 -0500
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In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] writes:

>Steve I would differ with you on this. Generally what you say is true,
but as
>one raises
>the feedpoint of a vertical it becomes more effecient. Granted a
>common-garden-variety
>type vertical like my real old 14 AVQ shouldn't be used without radials
but
>some verticals
>are designed with an elevated feedpoint  so as to do away with radials.
The
>ideal case in
>point would be a dipole, made half wave length, tilted on its side. One
would
>NOT want to
>put radials on such an antenna. The gap works on the elevated feedpoint
>principle. Read
>some of the stuff Kurt N Sterba says in WorldRadio about this.
>Anybody see any holes in what I say here?
>Peace
>WB0FDJ

Hi Mr. WB0FDJ,

I disagree with that. Contrary to what Mr. "Sterba" thinks, he does make
errors. Let me explain the flaw in the theory he supported.

Feedpoint location is not directly related to efficiency. Major changes in
efficiency, in an antenna of given length and conductor loss, come from
changes in current distribution and level.

We know antennas radiate the strongest EM field from the current maxima,
but they also radiate from any area that has current flow. That radiation
causes electrons to flow in any conductor in the area of the antenna (and
even throughout the universe)! The only thing that stops the efect is
shieding or cancellation  by having an exactly equal and opposite
"movement".

Let's look at the GAP. The hype is that the "elevated gap radiates, and
keeps the radiation far above the earth". The gap doesn't radiate, the
current displacement does. A base fed half wave vertical has a gap at the
base, yet it radiates primarily from the center! A pair of stacked 1/2
waves called "two half waves in phase" has a gap in the middle, but the
main radiated field comes from the unbroken center of each half!

The current maxima of the GAP isn't even at the feedpoint (gap), because
it is an asymetrical vertical. And ground losses are identical to what
they would be if the conductor was broken and fed ANYWHERE in the
structure! It's all hype. (Instead of a lightning bolt leaping from the
"gap" it should be a little tiny spark. ;-) )

For a given vertical radiator length under 1/2 wl, maximum efficiency
always occurs if the radiator is worked against a good ground system.
Especially if the current is as large as possible over the entire length
of the radiating structure. That's why the Uni-hat blew the GASH away in a
test with real FS meters, and why a ground mounted vertical with a modest
radial system got much better reports in QST's review. My ground mounted
MFJ quarter wave and a Butternut with radials both killed a GAP here (I've
done the A-B tests). They even mis-apply an IEEE paper about an
asymetrical BC band vertical 1/2 wl tall that was fed against six full
length radials 1/4 wl above earth at the feedpoint. That doesn't look
anything like the GAP, yet they quote the conclusion of that veryticals
performance in their ads!  Hype, hype, hype.

If you can't have radials, and need a vertical, use a groundless vertical.
It'll get you on the air. If you can put in a modest ground, use a regular
vertical. You'll be much louder. That goes for ALL groundless verticals,
not just the Gash.

I agree fully with Steve Miller. Ole "Kurt" is in orbit on this one.

73, Tom


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From: [e-mail] (Brian Kantor)
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Subject: Re: Kenwood TS430 Q's
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[e-mail] (Jerry B Altzman) writes:
>Unfortunately, there came with it no power supply. Can someone
>recommend a good, reasonably cheap power supply to run this beaut?

A boat battery sitting in a dishtub and attached to a battery charger?
Less than $100 total and even works for a while when the lights are out.
        - Brian


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From: [e-mail] (Martin Rask)
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Subject: HELP need RX/TX mod for ICOM 738
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Need a mod file for ICOM 738 for extended RX/TX can anyone help me ??
thanks in advance and 73┤s de SM7VHS Martin in souteast part of Sweden

E-mail: [e-mail]



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From: [e-mail] (bob rx)
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Subject: Re: TS450SAT for sale
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In article <49bjp9$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Ron Sidell) says:
>
>Hi,
>  I'm selling my HF rig, mainly because I never use it.  The rig is a
>Kenwood TS450S-AT in mint condition, covering all Ham bands from 160 -
>10 meters.  It is also an excellent general coverage receiver, covering
>from 50 kHz to 30 MHZ continuous.  It has a built in antenna tuner, and
>the extra cost narrow band voice and cw filters are installed.  Other
>features include:  built in automatic antenna tuner, 100 memory
>channels, tunable AF notch filter, speech processor, and more!
>  A brand new TS450S-AT goes for about $1300 at HRO (discount from $1759
>list price).  I'm willing to part with mine for $1000, or best offer.
>Please contact me via Email at:  [e-mail] if you're
>interested.
>
>Ron
>Hi Ron -- Name is Bob -- what kind of power supply are u running with the
kenwood??? is it for sale also ?? also what Mike ?? desk type or not ???
Thanks for info and where r u located ?? Bob  WB2FLX scotia N.Y.


From Unknown Sun Dec 03 12:40:13 1995
From: [e-mail] (Robert Young)
Subject: Wanted: Icom IC-2530 Mod
Date: 2 Dec 95 12:41:30 -0800
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Wanted:

I need the extended TX/RX mod for the Icom IC-2350. The mod posted by
G4OXY doesn't seem to work on USA radios.
Any help would be appreciated.

73 de N9MSS  Bob



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From: [e-mail] (Howard Goldstein)
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Subject: Re: Kenwood TM-241 Aircraft Recive
Date: 2 Dec 1995 12:55:38 GMT
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On 30 Nov 1995 00:42:51 GMT, Jim Boyett <[e-mail]> wrote:
 : Robert Bickel ([e-mail]) 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.

As Robert says, the sensitivity in the aircraft band is pathetic.  To
verify that your thing is working, ask a pilot who lives near you for the
center frequencies, and maybe try unicom (122.7, 122.8, 123.0) for
nearby uncontrolled airports.

I love my 241A but airplanes 15 miles away in the pattern are barely
audible.  I guess there's some tradeoff between sensitivity and
selectivity in the ham band; I'll take the latter.

My only real complaint about the 241A's AM performance is the large
difference in squelch and volume calibration between AM and FM.  That
problem could have easily been solved without sacrificing selectivity, but
it wasnt...

--
Howard Goldstein        <[e-mail]>      http://www.tapr.org/~n2wx/



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From: [e-mail] (Greg Putrich)
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Subject: Swan 250C problem
Date: Sat, 02 Dec 1995 15:24:17 -0600
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I have a Swan 250C and a couple of the tubes get extremely hot. The audio
is low and kind of muffled (one of the tubes that gets hot is the audio
amp).

I've checked all the tubes and they're good. I replaced a resistor that
had burned and broke in half. Checked for other stuff that has obviously
gone bad. The heater voltages on those two tubes are what they should be.


Is anyone familiar with these things and can point me in the right direction?


    Thanks...

------------------------------------------------------------------
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PGP-Key 27E97EBD = 62 0E B9 A2 45 D2 64 AC 8A B4 6D 9D 5B 23 90 1F
So little to do, so much time.


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From: [e-mail] (Steve Ellington)
Subject: Re: IC-706 CW with 250KHZ filter operation
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I asked ICOM about this and their out is " there's only a few high speed
cw ops". Well fooey! Let me first say that the characters are shortened
at ANY speed, slow or fast. It just sounds WORSE at higher speeds. The
way a rig should work is, When I tell it to make a dot of X length, it
should do so, not wait for X amount of time then produce a shorter dot.
This is comparable to distortion on phone!

Icom, the word is out on this and many cw ops are flocking to buy TS-50's
now instead of IC-706's. TS-50s are getting cheap on the used market now.

: >A few don't care for full break in as it does not
: >respond fast enough for those 35+ Wpm CW op's on full
: >break-in well.

: Full break-in CW isn't exactly rocket science.  Why can't these guys
: get it right?

: 73,

: Jack  WB3U
--
Steve Ellington [e-mail]  Louisville, Ky


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From: [e-mail] (Scott Sidener)
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Subject: GE MPS Handheld Question
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I currently have a GE MPS hand held radio.  It looks like it would
handle 64 channels and tones, but other than that I don't know much about it.
I was wondering if anyone has had experience with these radios?
(136-174Mhz)
Are they any good?
How easy is it to program?
What can be programmed?  (tone?) (offset?)

What is one worth?

(I may buy another because I have the mobile audio-amp-charger-speaker-PA combo.)

Please let me knpw what you think.

Thanks,

Scott Sidener  N0WFL  [e-mail]



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From: [e-mail] (Tom G)
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Subject: WTB:TONE ENCODER KENWOOD 7950
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I am interested in the matching tone encoder for the Kenwood 7950 2
meter transceiver.  The encoder must be able to be coded for PL tone
103.5.     Please send email to [e-mail]      73 de Tom WA3KQA




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From: [e-mail] (Rhyolite95)
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Subject: Re: RF interference in Ford Explorer
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Yes I remember someone getting the factory fix which involved removing the
pump from the tank and installing filters. If I remember correectly the
fix was marginal and required more filtering outside the tank. Try some
ferrite chokes on the fuel pump leads first and make sure the tank is
grounded well.


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From: [e-mail] (JPCIRONE)
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From: [e-mail] (Doug Faunt N6TQS [phone])
Subject: Re: rechargable alkalines- comments wanted
In-Reply-To: Tom Clark's message of 1 Dec 1995 06:26:40 GMT
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BTW, if you want these, keep in mind that the chargers (at least the
ones I've bought) come with several $0.50 coupons for packages of
batteries, so if you buy the charger and open it before you buy the
batteries, you can save a dollar or so.  They also come with a coupon
for $3.00 off on another charger, so if you cooperate with your
friends, or buy other chargers, you can save a bit more.
73, doug



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From: [e-mail] (Clark Savage Turner WA3JPG)
Subject: Re: TEN TEC SCOUT...GOTTA LOVE IT
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In rec.radio.amateur.equipment you write:

>I had a used Scout for about a year (sold it recently to buy a new
....
>Some things the Scout did NOT have that would have been nice:
....
>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

Doesn't the variable filter work fairly well?   That would mean you
would need to include the price of a CW and SSB narrow filter in
the Alinco and Kenwood prices to compare with the full band module
Scout.

Now, the interesting question, what do you mean by "better receiver"?
I am genuinely curious.  I have used none of the receivers you list,
so I can't tell myself.  I only have the word of several users of
the TS 50 who complain of overload.  Maybe the Scout has the same
problems?  Lots of filter blow-by, too?  I suppose that small boxes
almost mandate the compromises that would result in these problems.

I really appreciate the comments.  I am beginning to become very, very
interested in receivers and their relative performance.

Clark
WA3JPG


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From: Chris Boone <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: UHF GE Mastr Exec Conversion Info Sought...
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To convert them to amateur use, do yuo mean rptr service or user
service in vehicle?

To use in the amateur band, merely rextal and retune!

To use as a rptr calls for additional mods....

and I have them if you need them

73
Chris

--
Senior Telecommunications Technician    [e-mail]
ENTERGY/Gulf States Utilities           1:106/4267 FIDOnet
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From: [e-mail] (Steve Wulchin)
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Subject: Re: Connecting computers over radio.
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[e-mail]     (Dan Axelrod) wrote:
>Hello all.
>
>I am interested in an interesting idea that I have for my computer:
>
>I want to connect the computer to another one over the radio waves.
>I need it to be running 24 hrs a day 7 days a week. It has to broadcast
>over about a 60 mile range. And have a speed of about a 28.8 modem.
>
>Preferably I would want a full-duplex connection just hooked up to
>modems on both sides. But other similar ideas I want to consider for
>myself too.
>
>I live in the US, and in fact I want to transmit from the east cost of New
>Jersey to Long Island NY.
>
>I thought that maybe SW radio would be good, since it's a. not regulated,
>and b. can bend over the horizon.
>
>Does anyone know how possible, leagal and/or expencive is this project?
>
>(e-mail is prefferable)
>Dan Akselrod
>------------
>http://menger.eecs.stevens-tech.edu/~danax
>mailto:[e-mail]
>


FreeWave Technologies makes a spread spectrum modem that, depending upon conditions,
might be able to meet your needs.  With clear line of sight we can transmit full duplex 115 KB data over 20 miles.
Under ideal conditions much greater range can be achieved (recently a customer of ours had a 90 mile link from Mt. Everest to
Kathmandu with a 5 watt amplifier on only 1 end).  The product can also be used as a store and forward repeater.  Therefore,
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me know if you would like some more information.

Steve Wulchin
FreeWave Technologies
[phone]
[phone] Fax
[e-mail]



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From: [e-mail] (Lennart Schander)
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Subject: Wanted: Harris RF-590 Service Manual! Please Help!
Date: 2 Dec 1995 23:29:46 GMT
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Where can I get a Service Manual for Harris RF-590? (NOT RF-590A)!
Will pay well - even for the shipping to Sweden.

Regards from Lennart (SM7KWY)



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From: [e-mail] (Steve Ellington)
Subject: Re: IC-706 CW with 250KHZ filter operation
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Any speed is too fast for it's qsk. What you're doing in qsk mode is
simply keying the vox relay. I makes a lot of racket and clips dots and
dashes at any speed. Of course, the faster you go, the worse it sounds. I
use mine on semi bk in mode with the delay set for .1 seconds. It sounds
ok but of course its not really qsk. Another interesting point. In qsoing
a friend with with my 706, he was watching me on his computer while using
a KAM and KAGOLD software. It could not copy the 706. I switched of the
qsk and went semi, this helped but copy was still poor. I switched over
the the TS940 and copy was perfect. Something to think about I suppose. 73




: So soes anybody have more feedback on how fast the IC706 breakin responds? I
: have one on order, but this could be a problem. Not that I work a whole lot of
: CW above 30 WPM.... but how fast can CW be with good keying shape and no loss
: of bauds?

: Mel KJ9C
--
Steve Ellington [e-mail]  Louisville, Ky


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From: [e-mail] (Mike Krueger)
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I've had my TM-732 for a 3 years, and the screw that holds the hang-up
pin stripped and had to be crazy-glued onto the back of the mic.  I've
also had problems with the remote control keys. The pressing the MR
key will either get you the MR function, or the Band Change (PF) This
is a majhor inconvience since I use one band to scan most of the time.
I have had the mic apart and cleaned the contacts and that doesn't do
anything.....

Good luck!
-Mike

 [e-mail] wrote:

>       Has anyone had trouble with the microphone that comes with the TM-732A?
>I've noticed that if I hold the mic for a while, the functions on the keypad stop
>working.  It won't let me remotely control the functions of the radio. When the
>mic cools off, it works again.  It seems like it's heat related.
>       I'm also wondering if anyone has had trouble with the clip on the connector.
>Mine broke off a couple days ago, after about two years.  It looks like I'm either
>going to have to splice on a new connector, or buy a new mic.  Any suggestions?

>73 de N2TBX Larry
>

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
          Mike Krueger - KC6ZSF
           [e-mail]

       "Back up my hard drive!?!
 I can't even find the reverse switch!"
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~



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Please contact via email.
Thanks a lot!

lbliao



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In <49pq25$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Lynn D. Osterbur) writes:
>
>   I have 2 HF rigs and was curious how others inter connect 2 HF
>radios for dual receive in contest operation.   What do you do to
>prevent damage to one or the other radios.  I want to use the same
>antenna for both.  I can split receive audio out from the icom 761
>thru the external jummper on the back.  What slick ideas have some
>of you come up with?

I use a one input to four output HF distribution amplifier (by I.C.E)
 -- the receive antenna (switched) is available at the back of the
 transceiver in my case.  One of the outputs of the distribution amp
 goes back into the transceiver receiver section.....


P.J. "Josh" Rovero                            work:  [e-mail]
Ocean Surveys, Inc.                           play:   [e-mail]
Old Saybrook, CT 06475 USA               Amateur Radio:  KK1D



From Unknown Sun Dec 03 12:41:27 1995
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From: "Al Koblinski  (W7XA)" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: Surface-mount JFETs?
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You can get SOT23 surface mount JFETs from National Semiconductor my
distributor Future Electronics (in Canada) readily.  They also have a
smaller retail / mail order operation.  They are in most major cities
and headquartered in Montreal (Pointe Claire).
Regards, Al




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An outfit called Data Circuits in San Jose, CA probably can help.
[phone]
Regards, Al




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Subject: Re: Amp
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National Semiconductor has a variety of IC audio amps that can drive
speakers from a few 100 milliwats to 75 watts. Maybe LM4861 will do ya.
Regards, Al




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From: jgoecks <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: help homebrewing 1935 transmitter
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[e-mail] (Jake Hellbach) wrote:
>
> Hello to all,
> I'm want  to build the single tube transmitter that is on the cover of
> the 1995 CQ radio classics calendar. In the article it says the radio
> was in a 1935 QST and I was wondering if anyone has this issue or some
> other construction article on this tx.






The transmitter was probably also published in the ARRL Amateur's
Handbook for a number of years, libraries are more likely to have
that than the old QST.




Jim


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From: [e-mail] (Drew Diamond)
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In article <49fld7$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Cecil A. Moore~) writes:
>From: [e-mail] (Cecil A. Moore~)
>Subject: AirDux coil source?
>Date: 28 Nov 1995 18:45:59 GMT>Anybody know a source for AirDux coils? Any
other brand>of large coils?>thanks and 73, Cecil, KG7BK, OOTC  (not speaking
for my employer)

Cecil; Last time I ordered B&W coils (like AirDux) from Ocean State
Electronics RI, they were out of stock- although they are listed in my
current catalog. Ph 1-800-866-6626.

If you want to make your own; see if you can look up QST Dec.  1934 (yes,
1934) p41 - 42; "Low-Loss Low-Cost Transmitting Coils" by A. Muldoon W1FRQ.
Muldoon desribes how to make AirDux style coils from ordinary materials. He
uses a split wood mandrel for the winding former, and plastic supports.

73, Drew Diamond, VK3XU.



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From: [e-mail] ()
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Subject: Re: Anyone know a source for Yagi antenna parts
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>I want to find a source for element-to-boom fittings so
>I can build some 2-Meter and 70-cm yagi antennas.  Is there
>any place or person that sells these?

Doug,

Suppliers of (amateur) antennas sell these over here. Maybe they do it also
at your end. However, one thing: you have too use exactly the type
of mounting specified in your design (through the boom, on top of the
boom, isolated or connected..). There are correction factors to the element
lengths for each method. A successful method is mounting the elements
isolated through the boom with nylon rivets.

73, Moritz DL5UH



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Hallo


a friend has got a Philips VHF power tube YD1303 and he would
like to have some data sheet or hints where to find further information.
This tube was possibly intended for a PLISCH TV transmitter with
a few hundred watts at 400MHz.


Further informations would be appreciated very much.

73 de HB9HVI, Egon



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I have all of the posted Ic-706 mods as far as D59 and the yellow wire
are concered..I have a question about the D59 mod.  It seems some of
the listed mods mention that D59 opens VHF (118-174) as well as HF..
One other post mentions that it only opens HF..Another mentions it
opens expanded HF full power and Expanded VHF only milliwatts.....
can anyone straighten this out..I don't even have the 706 yet and
am planning on getting one early spring..(maybe Santa will surprise me).

Steve, wa2nhz
[e-mail]






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From: [e-mail] (LUIS JOSE LEAL MARTINS)
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I'm thinking to buy a KENWOOD TM251E for 9600 bauds packet operation,
iis it reay ly ready for 9600 bauds or it just claims to be.
Can you help??

yours,

--



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From: [e-mail] (Volker Behrens)
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Subject: ADMS-Software and programming FT-41 ?
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Did anyone try programming his FT-41 HT with the Yaesu ADMS-Software ?

My experience is:

Reading data from the HT is ok (it looks like in the programm-windows)

But...
Sending data to the HT caused a lot of trouble in my FT41:

- some memory-names are scrambled

- in one memory the "frequency" was 000.025 MHz (to low for 70cm, hi!)

- the display shows tone-squelch frequency and mode setting correct,
but T/T.SQ is not operating

-switching to memory 3 or 50 caused a complete "hang" (including the
power-switch!), the last solution was removing the batterie, and doing
a "master-reset" !

I tried the program on two different PCs, the version of the ADMS-Soft
is 1.20.

Did anyone try to write his own program for "cloneing" the FT41- it
seems to be a kind of 9600 Bd serial signal ?

By the way, what is the price for adaptor and software in the States
(60 $ in Germany) ?

Comments please in the newsgroup AND via e-mail to me.

73s, DL6OBU@DK0MAV


Volker Behrens

[e-mail]



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Subject: Alinco DJ-G5T dual-band handheld (and the DJ-580T and DJ-582T)
Date: 6 Dec 1995 11:59:52 -0700
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Does anyone have comments on the Alinco DJ-G5T dual-band (2m/70cm) handheld?
From reading a description, it looks great to me.  Earlier, I didn't
realize that it has a backlit keypad and a microphone down low
(good for full duplex).

So, if you have comments, like perhaps in these areas, please reply or post!

- Are batteries (for the DJ-G5T) available from any companies besides Alinco?

- How does battery charging work -- do you charge the pack when it is
  disconnected from the radio, as with the DJ-580T?

- How about any neat undocumented features?  The DJ-580T has a really neat
  undocumented feature -- its DTMF sending speed can be adjusted to be VERY
  (and I mean VERY) fast, by using the #123 code successively for each
  slower speed, to cycle between the 16 speeds) after F-PL/FL (as with the
  documented #508 code for entering cross band repeat mode).  I wonder if
  the DJ-G5T's DTMF sending speed can similarly be adjusted.  I wonder if
  the DJ-582T even has this really cool feature like the 580 does.

- The extra PTT button for the "other" band sounds neat.

- I have seen differing memory capacity numbers.  One description said
  "80 memories", while another said "100 memories for each side" (for a
  total of 200, I guess).  Which was correct?  I guess I should ask Alinco,
  too.

- Do people like it, and has anyone had problems with it?

The biggest problem with my DJ-580T is that it is now all alone somewhere in
the bushes up in the Wasatch Mountains.  :-(

Let's get some DJ-G5T discussion going!

Oh, and I don't suppose it has a 9600bps data jack, does it?  I don't know
of any handheld that does, darn it.

Best Regards!


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Does any one know if there are any modifications for the new Icom Ic 2350H
dual band mobile?



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From: [e-mail] (MICHAEL KILLIAN)
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Subject: Audionic VOX mic for Yaesu FT-11R
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Anyone know of an audionic type VOX speaker/mic for the Yaesu
FT-11R?

Mike
KC7JGC
[e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (SAM BRADSHAW)
Date: 01 Dec 95 06:13:00
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Hello, i'm looking for a BP-26 or BP-26S for my Kenwood TR-2600A. if anybody
who has one of these for sale REAL cheap,or has a reversed one in good
condition so i can put new ni-cds in it. please respond if you have one to
get rid of.
                                                   73' De KB8ZZS.


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From: [e-mail] (Scott Rosenfeld NF3I)
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Subject: Busting battery packs open
Date: 6 Dec 1995 18:47:47 GMT
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It's been recommended to me on numerous occasions that I drop
the pack in the freezer for a short time before trying to crack
the glue.  Apparently the glue can lose some of its elasticity
when it gets down to freezer temeratures.


--
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...
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From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:10:46 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Bernd Cebulski)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: CAT connector type on FT-757 ?
Date: Tue, 5 Dec 1995 08:21:31 UNDEFINED
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Hi,

has anyone an idea where I can get the connector type for
the CAT interface of an FT-757 GX. The manual says only the
company name (MOLEX) but I need the axact name (for a home-made
interface to a PC)!

Thanks so far,

                73, Bernd.
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From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:10:47 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Muenzler, Kevin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Comparition: Kenwood TS-440 vs. Yaesu FT
Date: 6 Dec 95 18:46:00 GMT
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[e-mail] (G|ran Wallgren) Writes:

 -Hi!
 -
 -I'd like a comparison between Kenwood TS-440-SAT and Yaesu FT-890.
 -Price/performance etc.
 -
 -Thanx.
 --
 -
 -----------------------------------------------------------------------------
 -        Goran Wallgren
 -   <><       - email:  [e-mail]             //
 -        - WWW:    http://www.dtek.chalmers.se/~d2goran/        \X/

I bought an FT-890/AT when they first came out.  I think it has been
about four years now.  I am extremely satisfied with it.  I've had no
problems at all with it (that weren't my fault.)  I did find out that if it
is stored for a lengthy period of time with the battery memory backup
turned off that the CPU may be confused when it is powered up.  I
thought that mine was dead after being in storage while I remodeled
my shack.  I called Yaesu, who was very helpful, and they said that all
I had to do was reset the CPU.  I don't know why I didn't think of that!
After all it _IS_ in the manual!!!
I have used a TS-440 at ham fests and such and have a friend who
has one.  I think that the FT-890 has better receive audio than the
TS-440, but I have never sat the two side by side for a comparison.
My '890 has never failed during operation, either in my shack or
field days, camp-outs....  Well, that's the FT-890 side of the story.
Maybe someone will give a TS-440 side.

Kevin, WB5RUE
[e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (G|ran Wallgren)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Comparition: Kenwood TS-440 vs. Yaesu FT-890
Date: 3 Dec 1995 20:19:26 GMT
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Hi!

I'd like a comparison between Kenwood TS-440-SAT and Yaesu FT-890.
Price/performance etc.

Thanx.
--
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                Goran Wallgren
   <><          - email:  [e-mail]                        //
                - WWW:    http://www.dtek.chalmers.se/~d2goran/         \X/


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From: [e-mail] (Mike Ryan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Computer noise..... HELP!!!!
Date: 5 Dec 1995 02:11:50 GMT
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Got a new FT-990 and my computer kills it. This is what Ive tried -
1.ferrite split beads on all cables comming out of computer.
2.disconnecting all cables from computer.
3.large ferrite ring on power cord to radio and computer.
4.ferrite split beads on cables inside computer...power to main board,
power to hard drive, wires from main board to lights and controls on
front of computer.
5.aluminum foil inside computer case then putting on cover, then
putting more foil on outside of case.
6.putting ferrite split beads on antenna cable.
 None of these worked.What worked was:
1.turning off computer
2.disconnecting antenna from radio.
i think the noise is coming from the computer power supply. If anyone
has any suggestions I would appriciate the help.This is driving me
crazy. Thanks alot de Mike/KN6VS


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From: [e-mail] (Muenzler, Kevin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Computer noise..... HELP!!!!
Date: 6 Dec 95 18:49:00 GMT
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My only suggestion is to put the antenna(s) as far from your
computer/shack as possible.  That is the only way I was able
to cure my computer noise problem.  Also, make sure that your
rig is grounded well.  Be sure that your cables (video, printer...)
are of the shielded variety.

Kevin, WB5RUE
[e-mail]


From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:10:51 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Steve Ellington)
Subject: Re: Connecting computers over radio.
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Forget it. Use phone lines for that kind of speed. Only microwaves allow
that kind of bandwidth!



R.Post ([e-mail]) wrote:


: On 1 Dec 1995, Dan Axelrod wrote:

: > Hello all.
: >
: > I am interested in an interesting idea that I have for my computer:
: >
: > I want to connect the computer to another one over the radio waves.
: > I need it to be running 24 hrs a day 7 days a week. It has to broadcast
: > over about a 60 mile range. And have a speed of about a 28.8 modem.
: >
: > Preferably I would want a full-duplex connection just hooked up to
: > modems on both sides. But other similar ideas I want to consider for
: > myself too.
: >
: > I live in the US, and in fact I want to transmit from the east cost of New
: > Jersey to Long Island NY.
: >
: > I thought that maybe SW radio would be good, since it's a. not regulated,
: > and b. can bend over the horizon.

: SW radio is regulated CB is not. usually CB does not bend over the horizon.
: To use SW radio you need an amateur licence...
:
: >
: > Does anyone know how possible, leagal and/or expencive is this project?
: >
: possible, yes. If you've got the licence it's even legal, but still then not
: appiciated by other ham's. If you are using CB you'll find the chanels to small
: (close together) to use 28k8, common practice on CB is 1k2 or 2k4. This
: is due to the bandwith required to transmit 28k8 over loger distances
: while leaving some s/n ratio at the receiving end.
: 1k2 is not expencive, a few bugs for the modem is all you need to spend.
: If you're willing to learn for the licence, the ham-radio packet-network
: might come close to your needs.

: If you want to know more about hams just ask an american ham. Maybe you
: should reed rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc for a while.

: cu Remco.

--
Steve Ellington [e-mail]  Louisville, Ky


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From: Jim Henderson <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Convert TM733E to Cross Band Repeat
Date: Thu, 07 Dec 1995 13:02:50 +0000
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Can anyone tell me how to convert the 733E to do cross band repeat like
the 733A has as standard, WITHOUT loosing the unique european 1750Hz
tone ?

Any changes to the destination zero ohm links results in a loss of the
european repeater access tone.

Please EMAIL me at [e-mail]

73 de GM4HKV


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From: [e-mail](Jim Sheffield)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: CW Paddles Wanted
Date: 5 Dec 1995 05:09:48 GMT
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Anybody got a Brown Brothers or
Ham Key or similar paddle sqeeze
key they can part with?

Please let me know.
73 de Jim, KB7ET
[e-mail]


From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:10:54 1995
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From: [e-mail] (DaveArea51)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: DBM
Date: 6 Dec 1995 23:40:59 -0500
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Down East Microwave who advertises in QST and a number of other amateur
VHF/UHF publications sells 'em.  Also MiniCircuits has a number of
varities and types ranging from about $3.00 to $100.00.


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From: [e-mail] (Lawrence W. Wald)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: difference between the mla-2500a and the 2500b
Date: 6 Dec 1995 15:07:05 GMT
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Fellow locally has a mla2500? for sale and I wondered what the
difference was between the a and b models.  Also, what is the
ball park for what these versions are worth.  Any info. would be
appreciated.

Larry, KE8GW
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 Space Experiments Division
 NASA Lewis Research Center
 Cleveland, Ohio  44135
 Phone (w' mail) [phone]
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From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:10:55 1995
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From: Gary <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: difference between the mla-2500a and the 2500b
Date: 8 Dec 1995 04:16:04 GMT
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I suspect the difference between the "A", and "B" models of the MLA 2500
moght be that the "A" model was built with 10 meter coverage marked, and
covered on the bandswitch, where the "B" model had no "MARKED" 10 meter
position, but was fully wired for 10 meters and only required the moving
over of a bandswitch stop to allow the switch to click one more "unmarked"
position for 10 meter operation.
Not really much justification for pricing differential between either
unit, condition dictates price, with a suggested range between $350-$450
for either model.

73, and enjoy... KJ6Q, Gary.



From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:10:56 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Steven F. Goldberg)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Discrete HF Antenna for Apartment
Date: Mon, 4 Dec 1995 20:41:05 ET
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Does anybody know of a small, discrete antenna that can be used in an
apartment?  I have only a small attic space (not tall enough for a vertical,
not long enough for a full dipole), and cannot have anything visible outside.
Does anybody have any experience (good or bad) with the AEA Isoloop?

Hoping for a creative, and cheap, solution.

Thanks,

Steven Goldberg
KJ5IL

:============================:
:     Steven F Goldberg      :
:   Hershey, Pennsylvania    :
:     [e-mail]      :
:============================:


From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:10:57 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Robert)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: EQF mail reflector
Date: 4 Dec 95 01:18:18 GMT
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Originator: [e-mail]

Fellow operators:
Another mail list, this one for the EQF logging program.

Mail list dx-l (little L, not a 1 one)
is now on netcom.com for exchange of information on the EQF logging
program.  Those using & those interested are welcome to join.

To join:
Address message to:   [e-mail]
subject:  ..  (anything)
First line in message:

subscribe dx-l

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Thanks & thanks for the bandwidth to post this.
--
73 Robert  WB5CRG  [e-mail]


From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:10:58 1995
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From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FOR SALE:   DRAKE TR4-CW/RIT
Date: 5 Dec 1995 11:41:02 GMT
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For sale:  Drake TR4-CW/RIT in MINT condition.

Only about 10 hrs use since factory recon.
*Rig looks and works great*.  It was/is my
back-up, but I never need it and am not very
active, so I will sell it for $350.00

It has 500Hz CW filter, all 10m crystals.
Comes with AC-4 P.S., and MS-4 spkr.
You pay shipping, etc. from North Texas.
Email me at:  [e-mail]
Don Woodson, N4ECM


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Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FOR SALE:  Drake TR-4CW/RIT
Date: 4 Dec 1995 05:05:44 GMT
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FOR SALE:  Drake TR-4CW/RIT, MS-4, AC-4

Rig is in MINT condition.  Has only 10 hrs. of use since factory
recondition
by Drake.

Includes:  MS-4 speaker, and AC-4 power supply.

Works great and looks great.  2.1khz filters make for selective reception.

It has all 10m crystals installed and 500khz CW filter.

Noise blanker and Receiver Incremental Tuning.

Now is the time to buy a tube rig--it will keep you warm on those long,
cold
hamming nights and weekends.

This was/is my back-up rig, but I never have needed it and am not very
active
nowadays.

Will sell for $350.00. You pay shipping, etc.

Emailme at:  [e-mail]


From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:10:59 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Josh Hoffman)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FS Spectrum Analyzer
Date: Wed, 06 Dec 1995 20:30:56 -0800
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I have a brand new Spectrum Analyzer in the box that I want to sell. It is
a SA 1300 with all of the options. RX range is 2 to 1300 mhz. The options
include Marker gen, Freq Display. Audio moniter. and more. Asking $1300.00


Send any inquerys to
[e-mail]

Thanks
Josh Hoffman
KD6WJX

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From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:11:00 1995
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From: Robert Alan Gregory <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FS: Drake T4X, R4A, etc.
Date: Tue, 5 Dec 1995 17:56:31 -0600
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For Sale: Drake T4X transmitter & pwr supply; R4A w/sprkr;
manuals.
Excellent working condition.  Appearance is good, although there
are some warn marks around the controls.  The units cover
160-10 meters minus the WARC bands.

Price: $200 plus shipping.  Email me, if interested.

73, Robert/KD7H

----------
Robert Alan Gregory   Email:[e-mail]




From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:11:01 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Herb Rosenberg)
Subject: FS: DRSI PC Packet ADapter
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Organization: NETCOM On-line Communication Services (408 261-4700 guest)
Date: Tue, 5 Dec 1995 01:58:44 GMT
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I have a dual TNC DRSI PC-Packet Adapter for sle.

This is bascially a card that fits inside your PC and acts as two TNC's
and 2 modems.  I've been using it for an AA4RE/G8BPQ bbs/node, but no
longer need it.

Comes with all software/manuals/etc.

Let me know if you're interested!

Thanks!

[e-mail]

or...

--
[e-mail]


From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:11:02 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Brass Hat)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FS: Motorola Rapid Charger
Date: 4 Dec 1995 12:18:52 -0500
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Motorola NTN4633C Rapid Battery Charger. Charges P-200 and HT-600 style
radios. Chager Dark Gray/Black in color.
$55.00 Shipping Included. Shipped UPS COD Cash Only.
Gay Anthony
E-mail Brass [e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Potted Plant)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.swap,rec.radio.swap
Subject: FS: Ranger 2950, Wilson 1000, Palomar 200w
Date: 5 Dec 1995 17:35:28 -0700
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For Sale:

Ranger RCI 2950, peaked & tuned by reputable radio technician at local ham
radio store.. on low power, this unit deadkeys 2w and swings to 16w at
full modulation. high power deadkeys at 9w and swings to 25w.  Sideband
PEP is 35w.

Wilson 1000 is the white magmount model.

Palomar 200 deadkeys 150w and swings to 220w on high power.. (3 power
settings, with preamp)

People tell me that this setup sounds crystal clear and viciously LOUD,
even with the stock microphone. I bought everything about 2 months ago,
played with it for about a month, and it's been sitting in my closet
since.  I finally have a HAM liscense now and I have no need or desire to
own CB equipment.. I've got my eyes on a nice VHF/UHF all-mode radio and I
must liquidate this stuff in order to afford it.

$425 takes everything... I do not want to part it out.  this price is FIRM.

*************************
[e-mail]
Stephen Sviatko
(.sig under construction)
*************************


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From: [e-mail] (Brass Hat)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FS: Yaesu FT-530 Dual Band
Date: 4 Dec 1995 12:17:43 -0500
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Includes:
FT-530 Dual Band 2m / 70 m Radio, Carry Case,  2 Battery, Charger, Anli
Duel Band Antenna, Belt Clip, All Books, Dawings
and Box.  Radio Has Wide Band Mods.
$400 Shipping included.  Shipped UPS COD Cash Only.
Gary Anthony
E-mail


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From: Oesch <[e-mail]>
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Subject: FT-51 Reception sensibility
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I own a FT-51 from Yaesu, and I have a problem:
I live in a city, and there are lots of QRM and strong signals on the
air. When I connect the transceiver to an outdoor antenna (even if it
has not many dB), i have transmodulation problems.

I heard that the reception sensibility of the receiver could be downed.
I don't know how?

There is a setup menu of the radio that is not documented:
1) Turn the radio off
2) press the two vol/squelch buttons + the call button (on the top left
of the keypad) + turn the radio on

Now you can change the menus items with the up/down arrow, or the dial
knob.

But I don't know the effects of these setups.

If somebody knows the solution to my problem (or does know anything
about inter-modulation problems) I would be happy to discover a mail
from him/her in my mailbox ([e-mail])

Thanks a lot, Best 73

HB9VJV /yves




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From: [e-mail] (Michael)
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Subject: Re: FT-747 & SB-1400
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The SB-1400 is not identical to the FT-747. The internal circuits are
identical, as far as I know, but the case and some of the placement of
things on the front panel are different. I don't know if the remote kit
would work on it, for that reason.


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From: "George J. Molnar" <[e-mail]>
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Subject: FT-757GX BELOW 500 kHz??
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Does anyone know of a mod to allow reception below 500 kHz on the
Yaesu FT-757GX?
Thanks/73
--
George J. Molnar
Highlands Ranch, Colorado
Packet: KF2T@N0QCU.#NECO.CO.USA.NOAM
http://www.interealm.com/p/gmolnar/index.html


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From: [e-mail] (Uncle T.)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: FT530 battery ~ How to...
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We agree, replace  *ALL*  of the cells!  At the TRW Swapmeet, replacement
high-cap cells are $1.50 each, with metal solder tabs!  I also found a
used/dead high power battery for $10.  I rebuilt that one too.

I've completed three, so far.  The method I used to open the case is to
wrap the body of the battery with a towel.  I then placed the battery in a
vice, where the jaws meet the weld ~ and gently tightened ~ listen for a
slight  'crack'...      It looked like this:

                          BBBBBBBBBB
         Jaw------>BBB  END BBB<-----Jaw
                          BBBBBBBBBB

Next, I gently tapped the weld/seam with a rubber mallot and the seam/case
opens with ease.  Works every time with no real damage to the case!

Use two wraps of scotch tape to hold the cells together.  Another helpfull
hint is to use a hot glue gun to re-assemble the two case halfs.  Quickly
re-wrap the battery and place the battery back into the vise and allow the
battery case to reseal.  Try to keep the fabric away from the seam/hot
glue.  I first tried three large ty-wraps around the body but the vise was
better.

For mobile use, I got the original smaller case and mounted a three-legged
voltage regulator inside, with heat sinc.  That, two caps and a light duty
cigarette lighter cord were all wired together.  Presto!  A tiny,
battery-free, light weight mobile power supply that protects your radio
from spikes and over-voltage.

Don't worry about any excess hot glue at the seam as it rubbs right off
after it cools.  Use proper caution when you dispose of the old cells.

Enjoy!

Tony
WA6IGJ




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From: [e-mail] (Stefan Wimmer)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FT736 vs. TS790: pros and cons?
Date: 5 Dec 1995 18:30:57 GMT
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Hi out there,

with christmas comimg closer I' thinking of some new VHF/UHF rig for my new
shack (I moved). I also want to be able to work satellites.

Some OM recommended the FT736 and others the TS790. Since there are quite
some bucks to be spent for such equipment I'd like to hear some pros and cons
about them from people who actually are using them. Maybe there are even
more good boxes to be considered?

PM or post - as you like it.

vy 73,
 ______________________________________                                ____
|      Stefan Wimmer                  / c / e / l / l / w / a / r / e /    |
|                                     Breitband Technologie GmbH           |
| Tel:   ++49(30)4670 8235            Gustav-Meyer-Allee 25                |
| Fax:   ++49(30)4630 7658            13355 Berlin, Germany                |
| Email: [e-mail]                                                    |
| AX.25: [e-mail]        WWW:  http://www.cellware.de/        |
|__________________________________________________________________________|
Do 't tou h the f op ydi ks su f ce!




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From: [e-mail] (Burch Akin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: FT736 vs. TS790: pros and cons?
Date: Wed, 06 Dec 1995 15:02:11 GMT
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[e-mail] (Stefan Wimmer) wrote:

>Hi out there,

>with christmas comimg closer I' thinking of some new VHF/UHF rig for my new
>shack (I moved). I also want to be able to work satellites.

>Some OM recommended the FT736 and others the TS790. Since there are quite
>some bucks to be spent for such equipment I'd like to hear some pros and cons
>about them from people who actually are using them. Maybe there are even
>more good boxes to be considered?

>PM or post - as you like it.

I just recently bought the FT-736R.  I had my heart set on buying the
TS-790 but a friend of mine told me I should consider the 736.   The
two advantages I see in the 736R is the optional band modules (222, 6
meters, 1296) and the built in power supply.  The 790 does put out a
few more watts (45 compared to 25.)  A 1296 module is also available
for the 790.  From what I understand, both work great for the
satellites.  When I bought the 736, I called 30+ stores to find the
best deal, and almost all of the salespeople said they sell more 736's
than 790's so it is a very popular radio.  I also own a Kenwood 690S
that I wouldn't take anything for (really like the rig) which gave me
my interest in the 790.  Anyway, I guess it just comes down to
personal preference because they are both really good radios.  I hope
this helps.

Burch (KE4ZQV)
[e-mail]




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From: [e-mail] (Colin Wright)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: FT736 vs. TS790: pros and cons?
Date: Thu, 07 Dec 1995 21:11:13 GMT
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FWIW, I've had my FT-736R for over three years -- have used it for
terristrial as well as OSCAR contacts -- and I absolutely love it!  I
haven't actually put my hands on a TS-790, so this is more an
enthusiastic user condition rather than a fair comparison!!!  I have
added the 6m and 125cm modules; they are also great pieces!

On 5 Dec 1995 18:30:57 GMT, [e-mail] (Stefan Wimmer) wrote:

>Hi out there,
>
>with christmas comimg closer I' thinking of some new VHF/UHF rig for my new
>shack (I moved). I also want to be able to work satellites.
>
>Some OM recommended the FT736 and others the TS790. Since there are quite
>some bucks to be spent for such equipment I'd like to hear some pros and cons
>about them from people who actually are using them. Maybe there are even
>more good boxes to be considered?
>
>PM or post - as you like it.
>
>vy 73,
> ______________________________________                                ____
>|      Stefan Wimmer                  / c / e / l / l / w / a / r / e /    |
>|                                     Breitband Technologie GmbH           |
>| Tel:   ++49(30)4670 8235            Gustav-Meyer-Allee 25                |
>| Fax:   ++49(30)4630 7658            13355 Berlin, Germany                |
>| Email: [e-mail]                                                    |
>| AX.25: [e-mail]        WWW:  http://www.cellware.de/        |
>|__________________________________________________________________________|
>Do 't tou h the f op ydi ks su f ce!
>
>

Colin R. Wright, AA0YT
[e-mail]
http://walden.mo.net/~aa0yt



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From: [e-mail] (Steven Umbach)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: FT736 vs. TS790: pros and cons?
Date: 7 Dec 1995 00:31:15 GMT
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I have a FT726 and my best friend AA9DL has a 736. You definetily should
listen to or talk to someone with a 790. Both of us complain about the
poor receivers in these Yaesu rigs. If you have a strong signal on ssb
during a band opening or contest the receivers in these rigs are trashed
about 15khz either side of the signal. I know this is not a problem with
the Icom 275 models.  The receivers are really poor on the Yaesus in this
regard. Good luck in your search.  The Kenwood has the advantage of
monitoring two bands at the same time which you can't with the Yaesu rigs.
  Steve N9ROU



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Subject: Re: FT736 vs. TS790: pros and cons?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
From: Bill Harwood <[e-mail]>
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The 736 is the only way to go.  Expandable and good satalite operation.
Long established design.  Good as an FM radio with tones and decode as
well as touch tones.

  \------------------------------------------------------/
   \  Bill Harwood           U play it, I'll dance it   /
    \ AB6DY                         or                 /
     \                      I'll play it, U dance it  /
      \----------------------------------------------/




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From: Fraser Bonnett <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Garage Door Opener RFI
Date: 3 Dec 1995 21:32:55 GMT
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Does anyone have any similiar experience with RFI being
generated by the beam sensors on the new generation of door
openers?

I have installed STANLEY ST200 door openers, and found that the
beam sensors cause SERIOUS RFI to 10 meters about every 12kHz.  It
sounds like some sort of oscillator.  I've tried wrapping the
beam sensor cables on ferrite chokes, AC line filters and ferrite
chokes on the opener motor, all to no avail.

Any ideas?  By the way, disconnecting the beam sensors renders the
door inoperative!

HELP  Fraser, N3VSM


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From: [e-mail] (Mike Ryan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: getting rid of computer noise
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HELP!!!!!!! MY COMPUTER IS TEARING UP MY RECIVER!!!!I recently got a
new rig....A Yaesu FT-990. My computer wipes it out....I have taken off
all cables to keyboard,mouse,monitor ect....still there. Then I took
ferrite split beads and put them on power wires in the box going to
main board, drives.....still no change...Think its inturnal noise from
the power supply....took off the antenna cable from rig and no more
noise.....what else can I try?????? oh yeah...i also took aluminum foil
and put it inside the box then put the cover on...still bad as
ever..tried grounding it too......PLEASE HELP!!!! Thanks for any help
de Mike/KN6VS


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Subject: Re: getting rid of computer noise
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You say ....took off the antenna cable from rig and no more
>noise

Just to test the mail and ....

Seems that you're not using a coax cable for that. With coax there should be
no noise anyway. As I'm prabably going to buy me an FT990 as well this is
interressting for me.



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See if computer is radiating noise back though AC line..
RX could be picking it up through it's antenna..I had the
problem years ago with Apple 2, and good line filter on
computer solved problem.

Steve, wa2nhz




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From: "Robert A. Kile" <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: getting rid of computer noise
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Friedemann Heyer <[e-mail]> wrote:
>You say ....took off the antenna cable from rig and no more
>>noise
>
>Just to test the mail and ....
>
>Seems that you're not using a coax cable for that. With coax there should be
>no noise anyway. As I'm prabably going to buy me an FT990 as well this is
>interressting for me.
>
Noise will continue as a problem in Balanced or un-balanced feed systems
as long as the feedline thinks the household wiring is a great path for
RF. Keep in mind that everything in the near field will absorb and
reradiate RF energy no matter what type it is.

Use isolated outlets with known RF attenuation in the problem frequency
range. Tuner fed long wires are OUT!

73 Bob



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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
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Subject: Re: getting rid of computer noise
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   Darryl Goebel <[e-mail]> wrote:

>My computer tears up my TS-950 ONLY when I run Windows!
>If I stay in DOS, everything's cool.  Load Windows and I get 3 S-units of
>noise!!  Any suggestions??

Mine does the same thing.  I wonder if Windows meets Part 15 rules?
Maybe Microsoft has RFI software available to fix this.  ;)

73,
Jack  WB3U


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Just to test the mail and besides...


You say
>....took off the antenna cable from rig and no more
>noise.....

-> Seems you do not use a coax cable for that. With coax the noise should'nt
be there anyway. As I'm prabably going to buy me an FT990 as well this is
interressting for me.

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From: [e-mail] (Mike Ryan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: getting rid of computer noise
Date: 3 Dec 1995 19:27:43 GMT
Organization: Netcom
Message-ID: <49stnf$[e-mail]>

HELP!!!!!!! MY COMPUTER IS TEARING UP MY RECIVER!!!!I recently got a
new rig....A Yaesu FT-990. My computer wipes it out....I have taken off
all cables to keyboard,mouse,monitor ect....still there. Then I took
ferrite split beads and put them on power wires in the box going to
main board, drives.....still no change...Think its inturnal noise from
the power supply....took off the antenna cable from rig and no more
noise.....what else can I try?????? oh yeah...i also took aluminum foil
and put it inside the box then put the cover on...still bad as
ever..tried grounding it too......PLEASE HELP!!!! Thanks for any help
de Mike/KN6VS

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Subject: Re: getting rid of computer noise
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My computer tears up my TS-950 ONLY when I run Windows!
If I stay in DOS, everything's cool.  Load Windows and I get 3 S-units of
noise!!  Any suggestions??



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From: [e-mail] (Clint Bradford)
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Subject: Great for ARES/RACES Use

>>FOR YOUR PROTECTION, WE ARE A PARTICIPANT IN THE BETTER BUSINESS
>>BUREAU CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM !!

This, of course, means absolutely nothing. Membership in the BBB only
takes money from a merchant - there's no "qualifications" to be a Member
other than cash.

>>Digital display PLUS 9 CUSTOM-PROGRAMMED (from your own phone)
>>preformed (FOR ARES/RACES - Can include call-out & frequency info,
>>etc.)

Interesting! What pager is this? Motorola Bravo+?

>>CALL US TO ALSO FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN
>>EARN INCOME FOR YOUR NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION.

Please send me further information.

Fax = 909-681-6222

[e-mail]
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 * TLX v4.00 * CCITT- Can't Conceive Intelligent Thoughts Today
 ■ wcECHO 4.1 ≈ AR-Net: ATTENTION to Details ■ Mira Loma, CA ■ 909-681-6221


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From: [e-mail] (David Wells)
Subject: Re: Hal P38 - Clover Solution for a Laptop ?
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>I just received a datasheet from Hal describing the DSP4100 which appears
>to be a standalone PCI-4000 which communicates with the host via RS-232.
>The datasheet even claims the DSP4100 is particularly well suited for
>use with lap-top terminals in a portable and/or field environment :-)
>I wasn't able to get a price for amateur applications but the fellow
>I spoke with said it had recently been introduced into 'other' services
>and would probably be marketed into the amateur radio service sometime
>soon.  I expected pricing but didn't get it in the mailing but I would
>expect it to be more expensive then the PCI-4000 due to the more elaborate
>packaging.
>
>I'm quite interested in investing in either Clover or Pactor myself to
>put together a NVIS data link for use while in the field.
>
>bart   wb6hqk

There are a couple of marine communication companies that are using
Clover with what appears to be the PCI-4000 card. Their ads make ref-
erence to an external "modem" for laptops and other PC's that cannot
accomodate the large card. This DSP-4100 must be it. What I found
interesting is that these commercial services use data encryption so they
cannot be monitored.

Dave KD6TO



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From: [e-mail]
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Subject: hammarlund hq129x manual
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Sams photofact in Indianapolis has the HQ129X info.


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From: [e-mail] (Steve Mason)
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In article <znr817238843k@Digex>, [e-mail]≡ says...

>Internet lore: the term was derived from the Monty Python skit, were 'spam'
>was said/sung numerous times.  It was a really funny skit, too.

 Bloody Vikings!!

 I guess Nye Vikings to get back on topic...


Steve



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The local "candy store" is Amateur Radio Supply Co. at 5963 Corson Ave.
S. #140.  The phone number is 767-3222.  Take the Corson/Michigan exit
from either north or southbound I-5 and it's on the right in the strip
mall before you get to Michigan.

73
Gene

On 3 Dec 1995 [e-mail] wrote:

> I'm staying in Seattle until Tues 5/12/95 , where are the best
> ham stores to visit?
>
> Any other good ham related events etc ?
>
> Jim G7NKS
>
>


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I'm staying in Seattle until Tues 5/12/95 , where are the best
ham stores to visit?

Any other good ham related events etc ?

Jim G7NKS


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[e-mail] <[e-mail]> wrote:
>I'm staying in Seattle until Tues 5/12/95 , where are the best
>ham stores to visit?
>
>Any other good ham related events etc ?
>
>Jim G7NKS
Jim,
    There is only one store, "Amateur Radio Supply" in south Seattle near
Being field. Stop in and say hello to George K7HBN.

73 Bob KG7D Las Vegas (formerly from Seattle)



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From: [e-mail] (John Hillstrom)
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--
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John Hillstrom                         [e-mail]
Earlysville, VA, USA                http://pen.k12.va.us/~jth
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Hi!  I am trying to find a USED great quality handheld 2M radio.  If
you have any price listings or something of that sort I appreciate
it if you could send me it!     Thanks!!


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From: Clyde Prichard <indirect.com>
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I am sorry John but I can'nt find any used ones eather.  I have a lot of friends who own
Yaesu's.  I recomend talking to a hamradio outlet at one of the following toll free numbers:
WICKLIFFE,OH 1-800-321-3594, CLEARWATER,FL 1-800-557-4237, ORLANDO,FL 1-800-327-1917,  LAS
VEGAS,NV 1-800-634-6227 WHICH HAVE GOOD PRICES ON RETAILED RADIOS IN THE 2M BAND!




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From: Scott Van Aartsen <svanaart@ nwciowa.edu>
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I can't believe I've resorted to this, but -- radio has interested me for
a very long time, and it is one of my favorite hobbies, as well as at
least part of my intended vocation.  I just recently became KB0ULA,
technician amateur radio operator.  I've heard a couple of 2-meter
repeaters in my area, on my scanner, and would sure like to try my new
call letters out.  I have no amateur gear as of yet, unless you count my
scanner and "11-meter" (cb) rig.  .... ..

Anyway, I would be very appreciative if anyone could point me in the way
of a (very) cheap 2-meter rig.  Right now, I'm not fussy if it's mobile,
hand-held, base unit, or otherwise.

I am completing my college degree in communication studies, so soon, on
top of not getting paid for my internship, my college loans will come
due.  A great time mentally to start out in ham radio, but not
financially.  Hope someone can help.

Also, if you could, please send any responses via e-mail, as I do not
have access to my account at college very often to check news.

Thank you so much,

Scott Van Aartsen,
KB0ULA



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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
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Subject: Help With SB-200 Problem
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A friend of mine has a Heath SB-200 amplifier and I'm posting this on
his behalf.  I suspect there's a problem in the power supply, but I
haven't used this model so I didn't want to give him bad advice.

The plate voltage on his SB-200 normally reads about 2,700V. However,
key down, it drops to about 2,200V.  This seems like an excessive drop
to me, but again, I'm not familiar with these amplifiers.  He runs the
amp on 220VAC, and after measuring a significant the drop on the AC
line (I don't know what it was), he ran a new dedicated circuit
directly from the breaker box.  He now measures only a few volts drop
on the incoming power when the amp is keyed, but the new line did not
improve the plate voltage regulation.

My suspicion is that the power supply caps are drying out, but maybe
those of you who have used this particular amp will have another
suggestion.

Thanks & 73,
Jack  WB3U


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From: [e-mail] (W8JI  Tom)
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Subject: Re: Help With SB-200 Problem
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Hi Jack.

In article <4a8thh$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
(WB3U) writes:

>A friend of mine has a Heath SB-200 amplifier and I'm posting this on
>his behalf.  I suspect there's a problem in the power supply, but I
>haven't used this model so I didn't want to give him bad advice.
>
>The plate voltage on his SB-200 normally reads about 2,700V. However,
>key down, it drops to about 2,200V.  This seems like an excessive drop
>to me, but again, I'm not familiar with these amplifiers.  He runs the
>amp on 220VAC, and after measuring a significant the drop on the AC
>line (I don't know what it was), he ran a new dedicated circuit
>directly from the breaker box.  He now measures only a few volts drop
>on the incoming power when the amp is keyed, but the new line did not
>improve the plate voltage regulation.
>
Remember this, the supply in the 200 is capacitor input. To accurately
measure power line drop, use a **peak** reading line meter. The 200's HV
is totally dependent on peak voltage, but most ac volt meters are RMS
reading.

I had this problem with the ARRL lab years ago in an amplifier review.
They had a big dollar RMS voltage regulator that made the line look
perfectly stiff, yet the peaks were dropping a considerable amount and so
was the HV. They blamed the amplifier supply, I blamed the power source.
After they took the amp to W1AW and plugged it in the problem went away!

>My suspicion is that the power supply caps are drying out, but maybe
>those of you who have used this particular amp will have another
>suggestion.
>

If the caps were bad, the amp would have considerable ripple. That
regulation is not out of line for the design criteria Heath used. About
the best that can be expected if the designer *really* oversized
components is 5% drop, while 12% is more typical with great care in
component selection. That 200 doesn't (by the largest stretch) use
"oversized" power supply parts, so the drop looks reasonable. My Alpha 77
drops from 4000 volts NL to 3000 volts under full load!

73 Tom


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From: [e-mail] (W8JI  Tom)
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In article <4a9cqo$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Alan Harp X 5585)
writes:

>There is a string of diodes in a voltage doubler circuit in the power
supply.
>Over the time I had mine I had to replace many or at least once I
replaced
>them all. There are some high value resistors across these diodes to keep
>the voltage drop in reverse equal.
>
>There are much better diodes available today than there was when the
SB200
>was
>designed.  If you can get your hands on some good diodes I would say
rebuild
>it.

Hi Alan,

That's all true, but I want to re-enforce the diodes can't cause the exact
problem Jack mentioned. If the diodes were defective and causing excessive
voltage drop, they would immediately overheat and vaporize. Diode's are a
self-eliminating problem. ;-)

If the amp has acceptable ripple (as I recall from design specs I received
while working with Heath, the target ripple was < 5%) it is working
correctly. The ripple will show up long before the voltage drop becomes
excessive, and if it's caused by any defective component (other than the
filter caps), the defective component will get VERY hot..

73 Tom


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[e-mail] (WB3U) wrote:

>A friend of mine has a Heath SB-200 amplifier
>The plate voltage on his SB-200 normally reads about 2,700V. However,
>key down, it drops to about 2,200V.
>
10% regulation sounds pretty good considering Heath's reputation
for being cheep in the iron department. If you have a way to
measure the ripple i'd look at it, but i suspect the problem is
with the power transformer. I doubt it is broken, just too small.


If you are a brave soul you can try measuring the resistance of
the secondary (BECAREFUL! There are a lot of turns on that
secondary. Just removing your ohm meter lead could result in a
shock, or spark and even a fried meter! Before removing the ohm
meter put a resistor across (or short them together) the
transformer leads!) You might also measure the primary R. These
two resistances are in series with the primary and the secondary.
The expected voltage sag in the secondary is at least as large as
((n*n*Rprim) + Rsecondary) * Isecondary. (where n is the turns
ratio... in this case roughly n=12)

My guess is you'll see at least half or more of the sag
attributible to the R losses. Knowing that Heath sizes the
transformer  less than  '100%' duty factor sort of implys the sag
during keydown is acceptable to them.
This is a crude guess, and there are obviously other factors like
leakage inductance and core saturation that might be even more
significant but at least you'll get a feel for the resistive loss
in the xformer.

-be



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From: [e-mail] (Alan Harp X 5585)
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Subject: Re: Help With SB-200 Problem
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WB3U ([e-mail]) wrote:
: A friend of mine has a Heath SB-200 amplifier and I'm posting this on
: his behalf.  I suspect there's a problem in the power supply, but I
: haven't used this model so I didn't want to give him bad advice.

: The plate voltage on his SB-200 normally reads about 2,700V. However,
: key down, it drops to about 2,200V.  This seems like an excessive drop
: to me, but again, I'm not familiar with these amplifiers.  He runs the
: amp on 220VAC, and after measuring a significant the drop on the AC
: line (I don't know what it was), he ran a new dedicated circuit
: directly from the breaker box.  He now measures only a few volts drop
: on the incoming power when the amp is keyed, but the new line did not
: improve the plate voltage regulation.

: My suspicion is that the power supply caps are drying out, but maybe
: those of you who have used this particular amp will have another
: suggestion.

: Thanks & 73,
: Jack  WB3U
There is a string of diodes in a voltage doubler circuit in the power supply.
Over the time I had mine I had to replace many or at least once I replaced
them all. There are some high value resistors across these diodes to keep
the voltage drop in reverse equal.

There are much better diodes available today than there was when the SB200 was
designed.  If you can get your hands on some good diodes I would say rebuild
it.
The caps could be going bad but I never replaced mine. I sold mine several
years ago.  It was a well designed amp in it's day.  Plenty of shielding etc.

--

****************************************************************************
* Alan Harp K4PB     *     Bell-Northern Research      *   CW FOREVER      *
* mail: [e-mail]  *   Research Triangle Park, NC    *                   *
****************************************************************************


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From: [e-mail] (Geoff Spink)
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For sale:

        Trio TS900 HF Transceiver.  An old but trusty workhorse, now QRT hence sale.  Looking for ú200.

Please email me or call 0171 372 5793


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From: [e-mail] (Watts)
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I'm about to do the Chipswitch mod to my HR2600, and I noticed a six
pole DIP switch marked 'S301'.  Mine currently has switches 1,2,5 and 6
OFF, 3 and 4 ON.
Anybody know what these switches do, and if they have a function with the
Chipswitch uProc?

Anybody want an old UC-1251 uProc?  ;-)

Galen, KF0YJ

I'm using my 2600 as an IF for transverters.


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is
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Some of you had problems before accessing our WWW page, but that problem
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all
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The page is at "http://www.burnabyradio.com/ham/brc.html"


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From: Bill Bennett <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: IC 706 w/ DTMF
Date: 8 Dec 1995 17:05:15 GMT
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I put thr icom HM-77a on the 706. The tone quality ( peaking) is higher
but the dtmf works fine
73
bill
kc6yox



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From: [e-mail] (Don Davis)
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Subject: IC-2410H questions-Pls Help
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Anyone familiar with the Icom 2410H 2m/70cm radio: I would appreciate advice.

I just purchased a used 2410H (says Limited Edition on the faceplate, if that
matters). One of my reasons for buying this radio as opposed to the Yaesu
models I am more familiar with is the availablility of remote DTMF control for
cross-band repeat operation. This radio has the speech board, the DTMF
decode/control board, and the tone squelch boards all installed.

From the DTMF remote (HT), I am able to access the radio, change frequencies,
and enter the corss-band repeat mode. However, I am having several problems
which may be due to my lack of familiarity with the radio and the lack of
detailed information in the manual. Here are the problems:

1. In DTMF remote mode, the speech function (frequency read-back) seems to
have no effect. This function does work in normal mode or via DTMF control
mode with the mike attached to the radio. I expected the frequency to
read-back over the air. I tried "C" and "DC" per various instructions. Am I
doing something wrong?

2. When I enter cross-band repeat mode, I can no longer control anything until
I exit that mode. Is this normal?

3. When I enter cross band repeat mode, "L" indicators blink on both sides of
the display (VHF and UHF).  This is not the standard low power indicator, but
the radio does seem to be in low power mode when this happens. (I am not able
to bring up local repeaters which I can access normally.) Since I have no
radio control functions while in x-band mode (see #2), I cannot set power to
high. The radio seems to default to low power mode in x-band, no matter where
it is set before that.

4. Also when I enter x-band repeat mode, the main channel frequency reverts to
where it was when I entered the DTMF remote control mode. For example, if the
2410 is set on memory channel 3 when I go into remote control, I can use DTMF
commands to set channel 4 (display shows "ch 4"). As soon as I enter x-band
repeat mode, the display changes back to the frequency for channel 3.

5. After I enter x-band repeat from the DTMF remote, I cannot regain control
of the radio locally. I must exit cross-band repeat from the remote before the
front panel access works again. Is there a way around this?

Well, that's a lot of stuff. Any replies are appreciated. I have a short time
to return this radio to the guy I bought it from if I
can't resolve these issues.  I may buy the IC2350 in that case. I hope the
problems are just due to my lack of knowledge, though. Thanks in advance for
any replies.

                                        Don Davis KE4KYO


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From: [e-mail] (Mike Aust)
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Subject: IC-706 "Band Scope"
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The IC-706 , when in the band scope mode is sweeping the VCO, unlike
a spectrum Analyzer with an adjustable IF filter Bandwidth, that's is
why the audio is muted, in the Spectrum Scope mode.
 For a true Analyzer with adjustable IF filters, the radio would be a LOT
larger in size and more expensive.
For what it is, its a nice feature, but to scan and listen to fixed
frequency at the same time, I think is not possible.
Maybe someone else can verify this.
73
Mike
WB6DJI
Enjoy my IC-706, its a great little radio!!!
Traded in my semi-new Kenwood TS-50 for it!!



Date: Mon, 04 Dec 1995 14:06:11 GMT
From: [e-mail] (Colin Wright)
Subject: IC-706 "Band Scope"

Just got my new IC-706 in and I love it!  Haven't done the "yellow
wire" mod... waiting for bravery -- or tomfoolery! -- to set in.  I
have a question, however, for you modification folks.

Has anyone seen a way to mod this rig to leave the volume on (pinned
to the frequency you are listening to) while letting the band scope
scan the band for you.  During openings, it might be nice to be able
to talk to someone, and see that there's some activity up the band.
Just a thought!

Thanks!


Colin R. Wright, AA0YT
[e-mail]
http://walden.mo.net/~aa0yt


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From: [e-mail] (Colin Wright)
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Subject: Re: IC-706 "Band Scope"
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I sorta suspected that this might be an "undoable" request.  Great
idea, though!  I've found if I leave the radio with the band scope
display up (not scanning, however), and change the scale factor, I get
one quick scan at that scale factor, and that's good for doing a quick
check without missing much.  I must say, I do like that the scan shows
you where you VFO is tuned to with respect to the scan; nice for quick
pounces!  Thanks for the reply!

Colin

On 5 Dec 95 03:06:41 GMT, [e-mail] (Mike Aust) wrote:

>
>The IC-706 , when in the band scope mode is sweeping the VCO, unlike
>a spectrum Analyzer with an adjustable IF filter Bandwidth, that's is
>why the audio is muted, in the Spectrum Scope mode.
> For a true Analyzer with adjustable IF filters, the radio would be a LOT
>larger in size and more expensive.
>For what it is, its a nice feature, but to scan and listen to fixed
>frequency at the same time, I think is not possible.
>Maybe someone else can verify this.
>73
>Mike
>WB6DJI
>Enjoy my IC-706, its a great little radio!!!
>Traded in my semi-new Kenwood TS-50 for it!!
>
>
>
>Date: Mon, 04 Dec 1995 14:06:11 GMT
>From: [e-mail] (Colin Wright)
>Subject: IC-706 "Band Scope"
>
>Just got my new IC-706 in and I love it!  Haven't done the "yellow
>wire" mod... waiting for bravery -- or tomfoolery! -- to set in.  I
>have a question, however, for you modification folks.
>
>Has anyone seen a way to mod this rig to leave the volume on (pinned
>to the frequency you are listening to) while letting the band scope
>scan the band for you.  During openings, it might be nice to be able
>to talk to someone, and see that there's some activity up the band.
>Just a thought!
>
>Thanks!
>
>
>Colin R. Wright, AA0YT
>[e-mail]
>http://walden.mo.net/~aa0yt

Colin R. Wright, AA0YT
[e-mail]
http://walden.mo.net/~aa0yt



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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
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Subject: Re: IC-706 CW with 250KHZ filter operation
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   [e-mail] (Steve Ellington) wrote:

>I asked ICOM about this and their out is " there's only a few high
>speed cw ops". Well fooey! Let me first say that the characters are
>shortened at ANY speed, slow or fast.

     <from 2nd post>

>What you're doing in qsk mode is simply keying the vox relay. I makes
>a lot of racket and clips dots and dashes at any speed. Of course, the
>faster you go, the worse it sounds.

Does ICOM advertise this as a QSK rig?



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Subject: Re: IC-706 CW with 250KHZ filter operation
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If you're considering an ICOM radio, CW speeds well below 30 wpm should be
of concern to you.  The copy with their QSK is so poor, that I would be
embarrased to admit that I was using an ICOM.  IMHO, ICOM is still riding
on their success during the '80s.  Their product line is over-priced, and
I feel that recently, they have scaled-down on the technology available to
them.  Competition has been getting brutal among all the manufacturers.
Until recently, they didn't care about a few disguntled customers.  Now,
with all the electronic information services available to such a large
potential customer base, they will have to meet and exceed our
expectations for high quality products.

-Paul, N9AZ


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: Does ICOM advertise this as a QSK rig?

Y E S
--
Steve Ellington [e-mail]  Louisville, Ky


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>Does ICOM advertise this [706] as a QSK rig?
>

Yes, they do.    See:

http://www.icomamerica.com/icom/amateur/hf/#IC-706




--

=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=
Randall Rhea                                        Systems Engineer
Informix Software                                   [e-mail]



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From: [e-mail] (Jeff Kashinsky)
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Subject: IC-706 Frontend Question
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I just heard from a contester that the front end (HF) overloads badly on
strong signals. Can anyone confirm this?

It probably won't be a problem as I want to use the rig mobile but it would
be nice to know.

Thanks,

Jeff
--
Jeff    WU2A/6
reply to: [e-mail]
phone: [phone]


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From: [e-mail] (Colin Wright)
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Subject: IC-706 Microphone
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After mounting my 706 in the Saturn (the remote head is still floating
about; not quite sure where to put it), I have noticed that the
microphone cable is too short to attach to the back of the radio
(under the seat) and that it's so short it drags the remote head all
over the place.  Has anybody tried making a "extension cord" for the
mike:  a pair of RJ45's, a RJ45 cable splicer (i.e., two females), and
eight-wire phone cable?  Seems like it would work physically, but I
don't know about electrically.  Any ideas?

While I've got your ear, has anyone noticed any problems running the
735 in coldish temperatures?  The specs say it's good down to 14
degrees F, but I had some problems keeping the radio turned on last
night after leaving the car outside for about three hours.  The
temperature outside was about 25F; inside was likely a little warmer.

BTW, Still looking for info on the Band Scope feature!

Thanks!!

Colin R. Wright, AA0YT
[e-mail]
http://walden.mo.net/~aa0yt



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From: [e-mail] (Stephan Rashkin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: IC-706 Microphone
Date: Thu, 07 Dec 1995 09:22:56 GMT
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"C. J. Hawley Jr." <[e-mail]> wrote:

>
>> While I've got your ear, has anyone noticed any problems running the
>> 735 in coldish temperatures?  The specs say it's good down to 14
>> degrees F, but I had some problems keeping the radio turned on last


>Do you mean the 706 quits in the cold?
>--


>Charles Jack Hawley Jr.
>Amateur Radio KE9UW (A.K.A. 'Chuck' in Ham Radio)
>BMW K100RS, BMWMOA #224 (A.K.A. 'Jack' in Motorcycles)
>[e-mail]
>Sr. Research Engineer Emeritus
>Univ of Ill, Urbana-Champaign


Methinks he's referring to an Ic-735

Steve, WA2NHZ




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Yes and I still want to know how everyone knows it is D59 when there is no
schematic and it's not labled on the board.





--
Steve Ellington [e-mail]  Louisville, Ky


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Does D59 mod open up VHF on the IC706?  If it does is the TX range 118-174 mhz?
What is the power output over that range?

Steve, WA2NHZ




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From: [e-mail] (Squeak Porray)
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Subject: IC706 Yellow Wire Mod OK!
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In a Sales Bulletin dated November 29, 1995, Icom officially says:
   "OUT-OF-BAND RECEIVE MODIFICATION
   "A factory approved receive modification is enclosed. It's very simple,
just cut the yellow wire (of course wire colors may change in the future,
so it's best to locate the proper wire with the schematic drwaingt, just
to be safe.
   "This modification substantially improves the FM VHF out-of-band
receive performance. However, you may notice some diminished sensitivity
on VHF WFM broadcasts.
   "An HF MARS trsnsmit modification is also attached. No approved VHF
transmit is available at this time. We are working on it."

Another paragraph says:
   "HM77 DTMF Microphone"
   "We have received many requests for a DTMF microphone. After extensive
testing, we feel the HM77 is your best choice. The transmit audio soinds
a bit different to some observers."
       (Note - the HMN77 should be available at Icom dealers in the near
future .. at the time Icom distributed this Sales Bulletin, they did not
even have a price on the HM-77! It is now priced, and should be available
soon.)

Please note that these notes are typed verbatim from the Icom Sales
Bulletin - typos are theirs, not mine.

73 to all,

"Squeak" Porray, AD7K
Manager, Amateur Electronic Supply/Las Vegas



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Does anyone know of the mods that allow this radio to broadcast on
the 220 mhz frequencies?

I've already done the mod to open it up for receive, I'm wondering if
there is one for broadcast in that range as well.


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From: [e-mail] (Dana Myers)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: ICOM 2000H Mods?
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In article <49n3r7$[e-mail]>, Bob Fritz  <[e-mail]> wrote:
>I'm looking for a site that has ICOM 2000H mods - I can't find them in
>the usual places.

One of these days I'll take my IC-2000H apart and figure it out again,
but I can tell you this; there are one or two sites for jumpers on the
display PCB.  Using a piece of wire as a temporary jumper, I connected
each one and cycled the power.  I'm not sure which one did it, but I
now have a radio that transmits from 140MHz to 150Mhz (and it only
transmitted from 144-148 when I first received it).

It took maybe ten minutes of messing around.

--
 * Dana H. Myers KK6JQ, DoD#: j | Views expressed here are      *
 * [phone]               | mine and do not necessarily   *
 * [e-mail]      | reflect those of my employer  *


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Date: 7 Dec 1995 17:27:51 GMT
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I still have not heard of any mods for the ICOM 2000H? Is it too new,
too tightly designed, too simple, or what? Most other radios seem to
have lots of mods to extend receive or transmit.

Bob




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From: Randall Rhea <randall>
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Subject: Icom 706 problems and questions
Date: 8 Dec 1995 04:03:14 GMT
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I just bought a 706 and have a few questions:

1) The noise blanker does not work on AM.  OK, I admit it, I listen to
CB channel 19 for traffic info on the highway.  Is there any way to get rid
of pulse noise some other way?  Would a DSP unit help?

2) I did the yellow wire mod.  I still get very poor reception from
60 MHz to 129 MHz.  129 to about 170 is fine.  All other freq's are fine.
I can only hear two stations on the FM broadcast band.

3) Any other mods out there?  (I know of only two: the D59 and the
Yellow Wire mods.)

--

=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=
Randall Rhea                                        Systems Engineer
Informix Software                                   [e-mail]



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From: [e-mail] (Ed Harrington)
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Please send me or post ICOM 706 reports!!
Thanks and 73s,
Ed--AA1IN


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Cecil,

       Thanks for the info. I probally will have to also send mine in. I
just hate to be without it for a while. Maybe if I beat on it with a big
hammer or something :)


               Roger N8TCP


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From: [e-mail] (yanky)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: ICOM IC-2340H Radio Mods
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In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>
>ICOM IC-2340H Radio Mods wanted especially extended frequency
coverage.
>The only mod I have been able to locate so far for this radio is the
RF
>attenuator mod. Thanks!
>Bob
>--
><[e-mail]> (Bob Zito)
open the upper cover and find W1 wire cut it
I try this
its ok



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For those who don't want to cut the yellow wire, the pin can be left on
the yellow wire and returned to its normal state later if you want to
un-mod the radio. Simply unplug the connector. Using a paper clip, push
in on the release pin on   the side of the connector while tugging  n
the yellow wire. The pin will come right out. Now you may wrap a small
wire around the neck of the pin, solder then tape it. Run the extension
down to the vco point.



--
Steve Ellington [e-mail]  Louisville, Ky


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Does anyone have a review of the Icom IC-735?  My uncle has one and I
think the radio is a good performer.  I'm interested in getting back into
HF again, but don't want to spend too much of a fortune doing it.  The
main reason I was thinking of going Icom, is the service center is right
here in Washington State, I would more likely get something wrong fixed
here than way down in California for Kenwood.

I mainly want to operate the digital modes on HF like CLOVER, AMTOR, RTTY
etc.

Please E-MAIL, the newsgroups server hear has a low amount of space, so
threads might disappear before I can see a follow up reply to this newsgroup.

Thanks & 73's

--
Patrick AA7AE
Visit the Amateur Radio Index
http://www.televar.com/~pbriggs/hamradio/index.html
[e-mail]


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From: Patrick Briggs <[e-mail]>
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On Thu, 7 Dec 1995, Randall Rhea wrote:

> The 735 is a great radio, but for digital modes, I think you should look at
> a radio that has FSK.  Maybe an Icom 765 is available on the used market
> at a good price.

I understand that the 735 is no longer in production.  What came out to
replace it?  738? and is it better?

I'm not sure the modem, like Hal's P38 would support FSK.  I understood
most TNC's use Audio FSK through the mic connector.

--
Patrick Briggs
AA7AE
[e-mail]



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From: Randall Rhea <randall>
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Subject: Re: Icom IC-735?
Date: 8 Dec 1995 03:57:32 GMT
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[e-mail] (Patrick Briggs) wrote:
>Does anyone have a review of the Icom IC-735?  My uncle has one and I
>think the radio is a good performer.  I'm interested in getting back into
>HF again, but don't want to spend too much of a fortune doing it.  The
>main reason I was thinking of going Icom, is the service center is right
>here in Washington State, I would more likely get something wrong fixed
>here than way down in California for Kenwood.
>
>I mainly want to operate the digital modes on HF like CLOVER, AMTOR, RTTY
>etc.

The 735 is a great radio, but for digital modes, I think you should look at
a radio that has FSK.  Maybe an Icom 765 is available on the used market
at a good price.

--

=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=
Randall Rhea                                        Systems Engineer
Informix Software                                   [e-mail]



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From: [e-mail] (Keith Knipschild - LI ,N.Y )
Subject: Icom IC-W31a MODS !!
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If you want I got the MOD Sheet for the Icom IC-W31a and it should also work
on the IC-Z1a ... Email me for a GIF of the page....

Keith
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From: [e-mail] (Val Breault)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: icom ic706 web site correction (blush)
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Last week I reported that there is a web site where one could find the
RSGB staff report on the icom 706 multiband multimode radio.  I gave
the wrong URL. Here, direct from my cut-n-paste buffer is the CORRECT
URL.  I'm sincerely sorry for any inconvenience I may have caused
anyone.   http://www.worldserver.pipex.com/nc/icom/icom706r.htm

It's bad enough to make a typographical error and be caught, but to
make it on an international forum is quite a different matter.

Thanks to Richard Dowling <[e-mail]> for kindly pointing out my
error.

--
Val Breault [e-mail]          \      /|     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 +/-


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From: [e-mail] (Bill DuBroff)
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Subject: Icom R-100
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The Icom R-100 appears to be the receiver section of the IC-706.  Does
anyone have any experience with this unit?

Thanks.

KF4ECX



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From: Martin Davies <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Icom synthesiser problems
Date: Thu, 07 Dec 95 00:12:54 GMT
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Several people have recently posted messages saying that they
have had problems with the receivers in their Icom rigs such as
the 725, 737, etc.

I have a 735 which is now about 6 years old and has for the last
year or so suffered from an intermittent problem with the
synthesiser which results in one frequeny range (8.000 to
14.999MHz) becoming virtually unusable at times.  The symptoms
show up as received signals becoming rough-sounding and at times
disappearing altogether into a general mushy sound.  It is most
noticeable on Morse but SSB and even AM signals can sound pretty
awful.  A loud Morse signal on say 20m can sound several 10's of
kHz wide.

The problem is caused by the VCO for that range (one of four)
becoming excessively phase-noisy and at times causing the
synthesiser PLL to lose lock altogether.  I am reliably informed
that the cause of the noisiness is a partial breakdown of the
VCO trimmer capacitor, and that the cure is to replace the
trimmers in all 4 VCOs.  The components cost peanuts but it's a
fiddly job to get at them; it entails removing the PLL board and
then CAREFULLY unsoldering a metal screening can to gain access
to the trimmers.  I intend to replace them with professional
grade components when I eventually get round to doing the job -
at the moment the problem's not in evidence so there's no
incentive to tear the rig apart!

73 es gl,

-- Martin Davies G0HDB @ GB7GLO.#46.GBR.EU and > GB7DXC (DXCluster)


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From: [e-mail] (Jay Kesterson K0GU)
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Subject: Re: Info on Ten-Tec 6M xverter?
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Mark Monninger ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Does Ten-Tec still sell the 6M transverter kit they offerred a couple years
: ago? Does anyone have any experience with it?  I believe it uses a 20M IF,
: right? I'm thinking it might be an interesting companion to a 20M SSB QRP rig.
: Comments? Opinions?
: 73...     Mark   AA7TA

I bought a new one (assembled) from TenTec back in June. Its a great little
unit. Puts out ~10 watts and has good RX. I use the xverter with a FT-1000D
and its much better selectivity wise than my older 6m multi mode.

73, Jay  K0GU                  [e-mail]


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Does Ten-Tec still sell the 6M transverter kit they offerred a couple years
ago? Does anyone have any experience with it?  I believe it uses a 20M IF,
right? I'm thinking it might be an interesting companion to a 20M SSB QRP rig.

Comments? Opinions?

73...     Mark   AA7TA


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From: Leonardo <[e-mail]>
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Check out Leonardo Park for links for hobbies, collectibles, and crafts.
There is a separate heading for Hamradio and Radio Collecting.  I am
looking for a few board members to supervise the site to keep it accurate
and to pass on new links to be added. This is a good, free resource.
Lyndi, Editor [e-mail]

Leonardo Park
Hobbies, Collectibles, and Crafts

http://www.hobbies.com




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From: [e-mail] (Are Barstad)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Is Kenwood loosing it or what?
Date: 8 Dec 1995 15:52:04 GMT
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   [e-mail] (Don Simpson) wrote:

>Is Kenwood loosing their ability to manufacture solid equipment.

(snip)

>I am looking at the TS850AT but I can't get the courage to purchase
>it.  Frankly I'm gun shy when it comes to Kenwood now.  I certainly
>don't want to tie alot of my money up in a product that is bug
>ridden..
>
>Anyone else having similar problems.....   :o)


Don,

I had an 850SAT for about a year (one of the first models) and had no
problems. I sold it to a friend of mine and since that he had to send back the
power supply (PS52 or 51 I think). The problem was only a loud fan. He then
later had to send the rig back for problems with the anntenna tuner. Just
recently he also had to send it back for a problem with the ALC. I have spoke
with other 850 owners though and they are happy. Maybe it only happened to
this early model? I don't know.

Since that, I bought the 950 and never had a problem. I then bought a FT-1000
and had problems with the SWR circuit making the tuner screw up. I then bought
the FT-1000D since the 1000 never came out of the shop (had to have a rig!).
I'm now buying (this week) the 850SAT again. I'm doing lots of CW and
contesting. The 850 has what I think is the best features for contesting with
a memory keyer as a standard toy. Have to get the optional filters for CW
though. The Slope Tune just doesn't seem to cut it. I have even heard of guys
buying the new 870S and then bringing it back to the shop being happier with
their 850! This is _not_ my opinion - only what I've 'heard'.

I'm actually still debating wether to get the 870 or the 850. For the extra
$1000 (cdn) for the 870, I can get all the neccessary options for the 850.
What bothers me with the 870 is that you can't install filters at all. The DSP
just have to work good or you're SOL. I have read several postings re this and
 think that I have to try it myself side by side with the 850/w filters.

Hope this and other opinions help you in your choice of rig.

73,
VA3ARE - Are Barstad

------------------------------------------------------------
 Opinions expressed herein are my own and do not in any way
 represent those of my employer.


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From: [e-mail] (Don Simpson)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Is Kenwood loosing it or what?
Date: Fri, 08 Dec 1995 14:15:08 GMT
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Is Kenwood loosing their ability to manufacture solid equipment.   I
had a 440 a couple of years ago and it lost it's ability to lock the
PLL.  I found out that was a very wide spread problem and you had to
have a major repair to correct it.

3 years ago I purchased 3 TM241a's (a 2 meter set) Now all three of
them are dieing almost at the same time.  The audio goes out
intermittently and one of them has no CTSS tone out.  And the LCD
dispaly goes hairy intemittently.

Now I don't claim to be a rocket scientist but with me Kenwood has
failed me 80% of the time.   I have owned 5 Kenwood radios and 4 of
them have failed.  All of the failures have been wide spread failures
that in my opinion should have been recalled. Everyone on the local
repeater knows of the 241's audio problems..    They'll say,  "...
yeah mine did that too.  I replaced the microphone."  or " Yeah I had
to send mine back for repair."  Like I said these are wide spread
problems.

On the HF rig,  Almost anyone on the air can tell you to beware of a
440 (a certain serial number batch )  because of this phase lock loop
problem with the 440.

I am looking at the TS850AT but I can't get the courage to purchase
it.  Frankly I'm gun shy when it comes to Kenwood now.  I certainly
don't want to tie alot of my money up in a product that is bug
ridden..

Anyone else having similar problems.....   :o)

Sincerely,
        Don Simpson
                  [e-mail]

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From: [e-mail] (John Minger)
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Subject: KDK model 2015R MARS-CAP or other mods?
Date: 3 Dec 1995 22:19:38 GMT
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Does anyone have information about the MARS-CAP modification for a
KDK model 2015R 2-meter mobile, or any other mods or useful stuff?
I'm posting this for a friend.  He does have the owner's manual already.
This is about a vintage 1977 radio as far as we can determine.

Thanks, 73, John
--
___________________________________________________________________________
John A Minger    KE6DTC          Opinions expressed are those of the author
Los Angeles, CA                  and not those of anyone or anything else.


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From: [e-mail] (Paul N. Nix)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: KDK model 2015R MARS-CAP or other mods?
Date: Tue, 05 Dec 1995 17:55:38 -0600
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In article <49t7pq$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
(John Minger) wrote:

> Does anyone have information about the MARS-CAP modification for a
> KDK model 2015R 2-meter mobile, or any other mods or useful stuff?
> I'm posting this for a friend.  He does have the owner's manual already.
> This is about a vintage 1977 radio as far as we can determine.
>
> Thanks, 73, John

John:

I've got a KDK 2016A (a little newer than the 2015), and I believe there
was one, and perhaps 2 or 3, 'conversion' articles in the magazines, for
at least some of the KDK gear, to expand their coverage (check "73
Magazine" for the late 1970's).

I think the 2015 & 2016A were reasonably similar. Best I can recollect,
the synthesizer takes parallel BCD data, and with its discrete circuitry
(ie. not surface-mount like the new stuff), it's not too hard to tie-in
modifications.

73

Paul Nix (WB5AGF)
(e-mail: [e-mail])


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From: Kory Hamzeh <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Kenwod TS-180S vs TS-830S
Date: Wed, 6 Dec 1995 11:28:58 -0800
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I have an opertunity to purchase a Kenwood TS-180S with 500 HZ CW filter
but to power supply for $475 or a TS-830S (no CW filter but has power
supply) for $575. This is my first HF rig and I don't have a lot of HF
operating experience. I'm mosting interested in phone SSB and CW for
DXing. I can't find a lot of information on these rigs, so I wanted to
get peoples opinions here. Anything pro or con about either rig would be
good. Which rig would you recommend I buy? The 830S has tube finals so it
requires contant tweeking.

Thanks,
Kory
KE6VWO



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From: "James A. Storm" <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: Kenwod TS-180S vs TS-830S
Date: Thu, 07 Dec 1995 00:32:38 -0800
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I've been using a TS-180S for about 14 or 15 years and never had a
problem except for the power supply going out. I replaced that with an
Astron supply which is better and cheaper. Sounds like by the time you
buy a power supply for the TS-180 or a CW filter for the TS-830 you'll
come out about the same price wise. Don't let the tubes in the finals
on the 830 be the determining factor. They have advantages too as long
as they're still available at a reasonable cost.

                            73, Jim WB6LWS


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From: [e-mail] (Kirby Powell)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Kenwod TS-180S vs TS-830S
Date: 8 Dec 1995 04:18:35 GMT
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In article <Pine.BSD/[e-mail]>, Kory Hamzeh <[e-mail]> says:
>I have an opertunity to purchase a Kenwood TS-180S with 500 HZ CW filter
>but to power supply for $475 or a TS-830S (no CW filter but has power
>supply) for $575. ...... .. Anything pro or con about either rig would be
>good. Which rig would you recommend I buy? The 830S has tube finals so it
>requires contant tweeking.

I have an 830 and have worked other solid state rigs but not the 180. FWIW, I'm very pleased
with the 830. Here are some good points: built in supply, VOX, Speech compression, notch
filter, IF Shift. I don't think the 180 has some of these, I may be wrong though. I especially
like the power output - depending on band, I get 110 to 150 watts out with the tube finals. The
180 is 100 watts as I recall. In marginal conditions, that little extra power can help. Many owners
of 830s receive reports of excellent transmitted audio.

On the negative side, it does require peaking as you tune the band. This isn't that bad once
you get used to it. It is only annoying if you are working a contest where you are trying to
keep up a QSO rate. But then if you get seriously into contesting, the 180 wouldn't cut it either.
You can't run it from 12 VDC, which is probably only important for Field Day, mobile, or
emergency use, so factor that in your priorities. It does not have wide band continuous
coverage on the receiver, only covers the ham bands. I think the 180 might have 2 - 30 Mhz
continuous. That is useful if you want to SWL or eavesdrop on commercial digital modes.

Good Luck on your decision! 73 de Kirby N3MYB


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From: [e-mail] (Joe BV/N0IAT)
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Subject: Re: Kenwod TS-180S vs TS-830S
Date: 8 Dec 1995 04:42:33 GMT
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Kory,  The 180S does not cover WARC bands.  Having owned one, and spending some
bucks to fix it, I'd choose the 830 in a heartbeat...even thought the 830 has tube
finals, it's a fine rig and worth the extra money

--
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



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From: [e-mail] (Paul N. Nix)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Kenwood IF-232 Interface
Date: Sun, 03 Dec 1995 20:41:32 -0600
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In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] wrote:

> Howdy! I am still looking for a diagram to build a Kenwood radio computer
> control similar to the IF-232, using 1488/1489 quad line drivers.
>
> Anyone out there have a diagram I can have?
>
> Thanks and 73!      Fred kq6bc

Fred, I'm about 99% sure that an article in 'QST' has what you're asking
for. I've just bought an ICOM 706, and want to do the same thing for it
(ie. save the bucks that ICOM wants for their interface).

Can't remember the date (am at work on a Sunday night), but just within
the last few years, 'QST' had a computer interface article that covered
ICOM, pretty sure Kenwood, and the newer Tentec's (since they began to
use ICOM's CI-V interface standard), showing how to build the TTL to
RS-232 interface, and also discussing the CI-V (ICOM) CDMA (Collision
Detection - Multiple Access) interface standard.

I'm amazed at the money that the manufacturers charge for their silly
interfaces, when a few dollars worth of parts are all that's needed.

If you can't find the article, drop me e-mail.

73

Paul Nix  (WB5AGF)
(e-mail: [e-mail])


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From: [e-mail] (Jim Dear)
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>I'm amazed at the money that the manufacturers charge for their silly
>interfaces, when a few dollars worth of parts are all that's needed.
>
>If you can't find the article, drop me e-mail.
>
>73
>
>Paul Nix  (WB5AGF)
>(e-mail: [e-mail])

I am interested here too...looking for KW for TS450/TS690...I'll see if I can't
contact ARRL and see if they can help us?

Jim Dear, KG5VE
[e-mail]



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Strange, but I advertized one last interface I designed, and S.A.R.A.
built.  I got 3 responses and NONE sent addresses when I offered it
to them.  Perhaps they didn't think the $30 I charge for a double sided
plated thru hole board populated and tested with connector was fair!

Anyway the last one is still available.

Tom




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> Howdy! I am still looking for a diagram to build a Kenwood radio computer
> control similar to the IF-232, using 1488/1489 quad line drivers.
>
> Anyone out there have a diagram I can have?
>
> Thanks and 73!      Fred kq6bc
>

Hi Fred...don't bother with 1488/1489 driver/receivers.
You need 3 supply voltages or a voltage doubler/inverter if you go this
route.
Check out the MAX232 (by Maxim) or the Motorola equivalent. THese
chips have 2 receiver and 2 drivers PLUS a charge pump and inverter...
this provides the necessary +/- 12v using a single 5v supply.
I made an IF232 equivalent circuit using a MAX232 and an opto-isolator
chip for much much less than Kenwoods version. (< $10)

Leave me e-mail if you want more details.

Hugh Duff  VA3TO



---
 ■ NFX v1.3 [000]


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From: [e-mail] (Charles Williamson)
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Subject: Kenwood TM-221A malfunction
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I have a Kenwood TM-221A 2-meter mobile that has developed a perculiar
problem. After the unit has been off for 15 - 30 minutes it forgets all of
its settings (memory frequencies, etc.), even though I am sure it has an
uninterupted 13v supply. It does this on the bench too. I have looked in
the unit for a lithium battery but I don't see one.

Possibly a related problem: the LCD display has lost some of its contrast.
The unit still transmitts ok, so I don't believe the problem lies with the
car battery or the power connections, and like I said, it has the same
troubles on the bench.

Any ideas??

Charlie Williamson  KB0CDO


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Re: Mr Williamson and request about TM221 memory loss. The back up
battery is below 3V and time for replacement. This is not a job for
everyone. I would suggest sending it off for service

73 Bob KG7D



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According to my manual for that rig, ther IS a lithium battery
in there someplace. That's most likely the cause of your problem
with lost memories.


Wayne
VE3 LFB

Charles Williamson wrote:
>
> I have a Kenwood TM-221A 2-meter mobile that has developed a perculiar
> problem. After the unit has been off for 15 - 30 minutes it forgets all of
> its settings (memory frequencies, etc.), even though I am sure it has an
> uninterupted 13v supply. It does this on the bench too. I have looked in
> the unit for a lithium battery but I don't see one.
>
> Possibly a related problem: the LCD display has lost some of its contrast.
> The unit still transmitts ok, so I don't believe the problem lies with the
> car battery or the power connections, and like I said, it has the same
> troubles on the bench.
>
> Any ideas??
>
> Charlie Williamson  KB0CDO


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From: [e-mail] (Kevin Kidd)
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Subject: Re: Kenwood TM-732 Microphone
Date: Mon, 04 Dec 1995 14:46:37 GMT
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[e-mail] wrote:

>       Has anyone had trouble with the microphone that comes with the TM-732A?
>I've noticed that if I hold the mic for a while, the functions on the keypad stop
>working.  It won't let me remotely control the functions of the radio. When the
>mic cools off, it works again.  It seems like it's heat related.
>       I'm also wondering if anyone has had trouble with the clip on the connector.
>Mine broke off a couple days ago, after about two years.  It looks like I'm either
>going to have to splice on a new connector, or buy a new mic.  Any suggestions?

>73 de N2TBX Larry
>
I have had my 732 for about 3 years with no mic problems other than
the TX audio was very high and  "tinny" sounding.  Upon checking the
inside of the mic, I found that there was an extra ceramic cap in mine
that wasn't in others. <snip went the cap>. Now it sounds like all
other TM-732's.  On your clip being broken, take the entire mic and
clip to a telephone shop that services large PBX or key systems.  The
connector used on these mics is the same as a lot of phone systems.

kevin
WD4RAT
[e-mail]



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Subject: Re: Kenwood TM-732 Microphone
Date: 3 Dec 1995 16:17:53 GMT
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In <49qsdt$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Mike Krueger) writes:
>I've
>also had problems with the remote control keys. The pressing the MR
>key will either get you the MR function, or the Band Change (PF)

        This just started happening to me recently.  It's really annoying.  Plus
I've noticed that my call button is also acting as my VFO button.  I wonder if a
new mic will help. Maybe Kenwood has fixed the problems.

Larry


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Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
From: Bill Harwood <[e-mail]>
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I had to get a new mike!!!!!  Seems to be a mike problem.  My 541 mike
has been giving me similar problems.

  \------------------------------------------------------/
   \  Bill Harwood           U play it, I'll dance it   /
    \ AB6DY                         or                 /
     \                      I'll play it, U dance it  /
      \----------------------------------------------/




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Subject: Re: Kenwood TM-732 Microphone
Date: 6 Dec 1995 20:18:37 GMT
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In <[e-mail]>, Bill Harwood <[e-mail]> writes:
>I had to get a new mike!!!!!  Seems to be a mike problem.  My 541 mike
>has been giving me similar problems.

        Has the new mike cured the keypad problem? Or did you buy one due to
the clip breaking?

73 de N2TBX Larry


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From: [e-mail] (G OTTRIA)
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Subject: Kenwood TM-742
Date: 7 Dec 1995 16:54:20 -0500
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Has anybody modified this radio? And if so what are the ranges for the
different
bands?
                    Thanks


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From: Tom Clark <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: Limits to DSP?
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[e-mail] (Clark Savage Turner WA3JPG) wrote:

>Anyone think about the real limits of DSP?  I have wondered how
>much a really powerful machine could do.  Suppose we wanted to
>do DSP at a "real" Intermediate Frequency, say 9 MHz.  How often
>do I need to sample to do a good job for DSP?  How much of the
>processor time would be needed for the algorithm?  Can we ever
>get there?
>
>Clark
>WA3JPG

A lot depends on what you want to do with the signal and the bandwidth
of the signal. You say "at a real IF like 9 MHz" -- do you mean that
the signal has already been band-limited at that point, or is it very
broad-band? The crucial "how powerful" question is set by the bandwidth,
not the carrier frequency.

If you want to support say the entire 20M band (350 khz wide), then it
must be sampled at a rate of at least twice that, i.e. 700 ksamples/sec.
To do even the most trivial DSP operation you would have to squeeze all
operations you want to do into 1.4 usec windows. To do almost any meaningful DSP
operation, you will need 20-30ish operations and the complete operations have
to be executed at a 15-ish MHz rate. Since the x86 architecture has many
machine cycles/instruction, a fast Pentium would be hard pressed to do
anything at all! A specialized DSP chip with pipelined single-instruction-
per cycle architecture might be feasible. This is the complication that has
prevented a complete DSP radio from being practical.

On the other hand, if you want to do something with DSP over a ~20 kHz bandwidth,
then the tables are turned. You can use a simple Sound Blaster (44.1 kHz sampling
rate) in a high-end PC and do IF processing easily with hardware you can buy
today at Circuit City. It's only $oftware!

To a more responsive answer, you need to specify what DSP functions you want
to do. Are you looking for a digital DSP modem? Or do you want QRM-killer
filters on SSB? Or do you want to build the entire radio in software?

73 de Tom, W3IWI




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From: [e-mail] (Y100y100)
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Subject: Re: Limits to DSP?
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The Nyquist frequency is only necessary to sample and replicate the
original signal with accuracy.  What many people are not aware of, is that
it is not necessary to sample at Nyquist rates for communications audio.
When we refer to a 2X sample, we are generally speaking of high-fidelity
applications.

Undersampling has been used by the U.S. military with great success for
many years.

-Paul, N9AZ


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   [e-mail] (Clark Savage Turner WA3JPG) wrote:

>Anyone think about the real limits of DSP?  I have wondered how
>much a really powerful machine could do.  Suppose we wanted to
>do DSP at a "real" Intermediate Frequency, say 9 MHz.  How often
>do I need to sample to do a good job for DSP?  How much of the
>processor time would be needed for the algorithm?  Can we ever
>get there?

We're almost there now.  Video production/editing equipment (DSP)
already handles signals with bandwidths greater than 5 MHz.  This
technology is undoubtedly going to spill over into our equipment
in the near future.

I predict that in a couple more years, the current wave of Amateur
DSP units will be as obolete as 88 mh toroids.

73,
Jack  WB3U


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From: [e-mail] (Cecil A. Moore~)
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In article <[e-mail]>,
Clark Savage Turner WA3JPG <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Anyone think about the real limits of DSP?

One approach would be to mix the 455kHz last IF down to 50kHz.
Sampling and processing at 200kHz is well within the capabilities
of inexpensive DSP systems.

73, Cecil, KG7BK, OOTC  (not speaking for my employer)


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>Suppose we wanted to do DSP at a "real" IF, say 9 MHz.

Well, Nyquist's Theorem states that maintain the information conteained in your
real-time signal, the discrete time signal must have a minimum sample frequency
of double, ie 18 MHz. However, the greater the sample frequency the greater the
resolution, a practical solution would be three times, ie 27 MHz.

Yours

James Mills

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In article <[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Clark Savage Turner WA3JPG) writes:
>Anyone think about the real limits of DSP?  I have wondered how
>much a really powerful machine could do.  Suppose we wanted to
>do DSP at a "real" Intermediate Frequency, say 9 MHz.  How often

I think the three basic issues are sampling rate, extent of processing
per sample, and the A/D-D/A conversion resolution (bits of conversion).

I think we're a long way from 9 MHz IF DSP - Kenwood's TS870 has as I
recall a 11 _kHz_ IF where the DSP is done. As the intermediate frequency
is raised you'll need to sample proportionally faster, but I also suspect
will have to do more computing "work" per sample to create the sharp-cutoff
"boxcar" filters we all like. The other challenge I suspect will be around
for a long time is the relationship of conversion resolution to receiver
dynamic range - without enough conversion accuracy weak signals could just
get lost in the round-off error of the conversion process, and higher
conversion accuracy again points to more computing "work" per sample. I
think the last problem (conversion accuracy) is not such a big deal with
audio DSPs because audio DSPs work post-AGC in the receiver (which gives you
only a narrow span of signal levels to deal with), but pre-AGC (where _I_
would want my DSP action to occur) exposes the DSP to ajacent signals of
widely differing signal levels.

Nothing like being a wet blanket...

73 Dave WB0GAZ [e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Stefan Wimmer)
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Subject: looking for dead FT530 battery pack
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Hi folks,

in another thread poeple are talking about the sudden death of several 2 1/1
year old FT530 battery backs and about the difficulty/impossibility of
opening such a pack. My batteries are now about 2 years old and it seems as
if I will have to expect their expiry sooner or later.
So I'm looking for some dead battery packs to experiment with. Maybe there is
a way to open them for battery replacement.
So if anybody had replaced a dead pack and has the old one dangling around,
please send me an e-mail.

Of course I'll post the resuls of my research!

 ______________________________________                                ____
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From: David Lee <[e-mail]>
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I just acquired a gem of a radio: Watkins Johnson Receiver, model 565.  It
has a mini CRT which displays carrier signals within an adjustable
bandwidth window.  Works with insertable tuning heads; I have a VHF type
VH-103 which covers 90-260 MHz.  Very cool.

Anyone have info where I can get manual; additional tuning heads
(preferable HF); and/or general history of this unit and any associated
history between WJ and a company called Communications Engineering Inc
(CEI).  I also picked up a frequency extender unit which appears to be a
matching unit for the WJ rx, but the mfg is CEI.  Both units are made in
Rockville, MD.  My guess is CEI is a subsidiary of WJ.

-dave

--
David D. Lee, AB5AX             [e-mail]
Houston, Tx                     Cserv: 71330,2022
"Take 2 aspirin and call me at Turtle Island..."




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From: [e-mail] (Kevin Kidd)
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Hi all,

I'm looking for a Windows logging program that in addition to logging
functions gives a map display of other stations location, long path,
short path, distance and gray line.  I have recently downloaded the
demo of Log View which is a pretty good looking log program but it
doesn't give any map information.

Thanks,

Kevin
WD4RAT
[e-mail]



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From: "John T. Young" <[e-mail]>
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I would be interested in your experiences re: factory repair time on your
Kenwood, Yaesu, Icom, and Ten Tec rigs. How long did it take to get your
rig back? Did the factory do a good job or not? Any really quick
turnarounds? Any disasters? I'll share the results of this very informal
and non-scientific(!) survey with the newsgroup next week, if I get
enough responses to get a reasonable picture. 73 & many thanks, de John,
KI7JB in Seattle.


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I sent my Alinco DR-600 in for repair on Monday and got it back
on Friday of the same week. Not bad for across the country.

They had to replace the microprocessor on mine because of a
software bug.





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From: [e-mail] (Steven F. Goldberg)
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Subject: Manual for HQ129X
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I'm looking for a manual or schematic for the Hammarlund HQ129X receiver.  Any
info on a source would be appreciated.

Thanks,

Steven, KJ5IL



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From: [e-mail] (RICKCRIDER)
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Subject: Manual Needed: Palomar
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I posted this before...but I never saw it show up in the group.....so,
here 'tis again:   Posting this for a ham friend who's not connected to
internet.

Needs a manual and schematic for a Palomar HF amp.   Model ' 90 A
'......covers 10 through 40 meters.    Appears to be a 1970's vintage amp.
   Glad to pay for copy costs,  postage,  etc......Thanks.
Cordially:
Rick Crider
KD4FXA
111  S.  Hayne  St.
Monroe  NC  28112
[phone]


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From: [e-mail] (William Carmichael)
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Subject: MFJ "No Radials" Verticals - real or memorex?
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ANybody had hands-on experience with the MFJ-1796 or 1798 multiband "no
radials" verticals?  I am interested in the small 1796 for use on 20m and
6m... just find it hard to believe it works, but, like a IC-706, too sexy not
to be interested in.

They say you can tune the antenna from the bottom - can you?  What kind of
bandwidth... how does it compare...  I'd really appreciate it.  I'm about to
make a knee-jerk impulse buying decision and would  love to temper it with a
tad of reason.   TNX es 73s = Bill, WA4EVQ

email: [e-mail]

-


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William Carmichael ([e-mail]) wrote:

: They say you can tune the antenna from the bottom - can you?  What kind of
: bandwidth... how does it compare...  I'd really appreciate it.  I'm about to
: make a knee-jerk impulse buying decision and would  love to temper it with a
: tad of reason.   TNX es 73s = Bill, WA4EVQ

Only the very narrow WARC bands are covered fully.  As you get down to 40
and 80 meters, bandwidths are about 25-35 kHz.  An antenna tuner is
definitely in order.

Jim

[e-mail]  |   Jim Lowman    * KF6CR*    San Bernardino, CA
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[phone] (FAX)|   was, everyone would be doing it."  -Unknown-


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Any comments on the new MFJ 6m transciever. I'm thinking of buying. I
have the specs, and I leary of single conversion het reciever. Potential
for front-end overload?

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From: "Danny BΘlisle" <[e-mail].>
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Subject: MODIF for IC-2GXAT
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Hello!
My name is Danny (VE2DKA) from QuΘbec, Canada and i would like the
modification for my Icom IC-2GXAT (Transmit and received).
If you have it, please send my it at my E-mail.
[e-mail]
Thank you very much!!!
Danny BΘlisle, VE2DKA.



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From: [e-mail] (Roberto Munoz)
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  Hello and many thanks to read this mail...

I am an owner of an ALINCO DJ100 and I would like to make mods to it to
have maximum coverage frequency.

 Do you know if I only nedd to key some numbers or must I open the walkye
and sold some components ??


  Comments are welcome.


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From: [e-mail] (David Stephen Mason)
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     Hello,

         I have a pair of the Motorola ht440 model h24lcu3144an  ht's
         that I am wanting to change the crystals on. I would like
         some information on the crystals and on how to re-tune the radio.
         Thanks in advance.

                       David Mason   KC5CXD





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From: [e-mail] (Wang Chung)
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Hello All;
I may have an opportunity to own a SAber III. I don't too much about this
particular model. Anyone out there have any info on them?

73 de John KC6VLG
[e-mail]



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From: [e-mail] (Andrew Litt)
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Subject: my FT530 battery pack is dead!!!
Date: 3 Dec 1995 21:57:24 GMT
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I have had an FT530 for about 2 1/2 years now, and it's given me outstanding
service all the while. Unfortunately, my battery pack (7.2v 600mAh FNB-26)
started to discharge within a day or two of recharging, and now won't accept a
charge whatsoever. From what I know of NiCd cells in packs, some of the cells
are internally shorted, and except for zapping them individually with high
current as a temporary fix, I know I'll have to replace all of the cells soon.
As a college student, my budget is very low, and instead of buying a new pack
or getting this one fixed, I would like to replace some of the cells myself. My
first big question is: how do you get the thing open? There seem to be no
screws or clips holding it together. Also, once I do get the pack open, should
I replace all of the cells, or can I get away with the ones that show very low
internal resistance (I'll use a pwr. res & a voltmeter to check this)? If all
else fails, is there a good place to buy a new pack just like this? Right now,
I'm forced to run my talkie off of a 28Ah lead acid battery, which is good for
transmitting at 5W, but reduces the radio's functionality as a handheld device.
Suggestions will be MUCH appreciated!




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From: [e-mail] (Michael)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: my FT530 battery pack is dead!!!
Date: 5 Dec 1995 08:50:39 GMT
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If you got 2.5 years out of a nicad pack, you did well. They usually don't
last that long. It's never a good idea to change only some of the cells-
it won't last very long. You can buy a pre-made insert of new cells for
about 1/2 the cost (or less) from one of those nicad vendors in the
magazines. Getting the pack apart ain't easy, because it's ultrasonically
welded. But, you can break it apart if you're careful. Good luck.


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From: [e-mail] (Milt Forsberg)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: my FT530 battery pack is dead!!!
Date: 6 Dec 1995 15:34:05 GMT
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The question about getting the FT530 battery pack apart.  It can be a real
pain!.  The pack is glued at the seam around the middle of the outside edges.
Sometimes a sharp knife will work, carefully cutting on the seam again and
again until you get through the glue.  Changing the batteries is no problem.
Be sure to buy a complete set since some cells have gone bad, the rest will
be going soon anyway.  Most of the aftermarket battery dealers have the sets
for around $15 or so.

Glueing the pack back together can also be tricky.  You need to keep the
orginal battery dimensions or it won't fit into the charger.  Clean off the
old glue and put new around the edges.  Clamp it tight until it sets.  File
or grind off the excess around the edge.

I find the aftermarket batteries, WW in particullar, to be superior in life
to the OEM.  The WW batts are easier to open, as well.

After replacing some battery packs with new cells, I prefer to buy new packs
from WW Associates instead of taking a chance of stabbing myself trying to
open the old pack.

                                         Milt, K9QZI
                                         Champaign, IL



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From: [e-mail] (Bob McGuire)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Mystery Coax
Date: 7 Dec 1995 16:20:36 GMT
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Greetings all.

I came across some coax which I cannot find info on.
Anyone out there ever  see such a beast? And if so, what can I use it for.
Ohms? Freqs?

Here's whats on the jacket...

M17/60-RG 142  MIL-C17F 12814 THERMAX RG-142E

It's the size of the rg-58 and seems to have a silver-type center, with
a silver ground.  I've got close to 500' of this.  Since I'm gonna be doing
some tower work this winter (doesn't everyone?)  I was wondering if i can use
it for HF/MF/VHF.

Thanks for any info.

73  Bob N1HKV
B
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From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:13:01 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Deane D. McIntynre)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Mystery Coax
Date: 8 Dec 1995 11:17:38 -0700
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In article <4a748k$[e-mail]>, Bob McGuire <[e-mail]> wrote:
>I came across some coax which I cannot find info on.
>Here's whats on the jacket...
>M17/60-RG 142  MIL-C17F 12814 THERMAX RG-142E
>

RG-142 is a 50 ohm coax which is basically RG-58 with PTFE
(teflon) insulation instead of polyethylene. According to the
ARRL handbook the specs are bacically the same, exept that the
velocity factor is 70 % as opposed to 66 % for RG-58.

Go ahead and use it!

73, Deane D McIntyre VE6BPO
[e-mail]



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From: [e-mail] (RICKCRIDER)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Need Help:  Repeater Amp and Pre-amp.
Date: 3 Dec 1995 07:03:03 -0500
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Chris,  WB5ITT,  wrote:

>Gawd, if you have to ask about this, I would suggest getting
>someone else to maintain the rptr!!!
Gee Chris,  I'm not sure whether to be offended by that remark or not.
;-)
Nowhere did I sign myself as a repeater maintenance pro.   I'm simply a
club member who bought and donated right at a $1000 worth of needed
equipment (Amp, preamp, new rack, cables, etc...) to help our meager
repeater cover the entire county,  and was (am) like a kid at Christmas
anxious to play with the new toys.

Also,  if everyone knew all the answers this newsgroup wouldn't exist.
No one would need it.   <g>

>Seriously, if you rptr is hearing .25 or so on 2mtrs, DONT PUT A
>PREAMP on it!!!! LEAVE THE PREAMP OFF!!!!! You will only end up
>with intermod and/or desense in the rptr.....
Meanwhile we have temporarily pulled the pre-amp from the system.   All
else is currently working fine.   Transmit is full and strong.    Receive
is the same as it was before any updating,  and could still use
improvement.   Actually the 'Head Techie on Site' at the Hiway Patrol Comm
center where the repeater's located has volunteered to work out the preamp
situation,  check and tune the cavities, and check all for proper
shielding.   Turns out he's a ham also and is tickled to have the
equipment right there at his fingertips.

Thanks to all for your help.
Cordially:
Rick Crider
KD4FXA
Monroe  NC


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From: [e-mail] (Pieter Ibelings)
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Subject: Need interconnection cable for HP 8505 Network Analizer
Date: 4 Dec 1995 15:48:10 GMT
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I am in desperate need of a pair of cables that go between the display
unit and the RF unit on the HP 8505 Network Analizers. I just purchased 2
of these and cannot use them because I don't have the cables. Please point
me to where I can get these. The cable has 5 or 6 coax connections and
around 17 other connectors.

73's
Thanks
AC4OP
Pieter Ibelings



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From: [e-mail] (Pieter Ibelings)
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Subject: Re: Need interconnection cable for HP 8505 Network Analizer
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I am in desperate need of a pair of cables that go between the display
unit and the RF unit on the HP 8505 Network Analizers. I just purchased 2
of these and cannot use them because I don't have the cables. Please
point
me to where I can get these. The cable has 5 or 6 coax connections and
around 17 other connectors.

73's
Thanks
AC4OP
Pieter Ibelings




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From: [e-mail] (Keith Heitzmann)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: need manuals for Eico 637 and 635 tube checker
Date: 6 Dec 1995 20:57:34 GMT
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I have the Eico 667 and 635 tube checker but dont have the tube manuals
for them. If any one can help me I will pay for the copyies.

Thanks in advance,
Keith KK5FE
email: [e-mail]



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From: [e-mail] (J. Kevin Muse)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Need Santec Walkie Documentation
Date: Tue, 05 Dec 1995 16:23:23 GMT
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I have a santec walkie I came across.  It has a  display step problem.
I don't even know how to set it up.  Anybody got a book or service
manual??



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From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: need schematic for Atlas 350XL
Date: 6 Dec 1995 18:10:06 GMT
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Hi,

I am in need of schematics and a manual for the
Atlas 350XL HF transceiver.  I will pay copying
and shipping charges.

Please email me at [e-mail] if you are
able to help.

Thank you,

Bob N5LCO




From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:13:08 1995
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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: New Tube Manufacturer?
Date: Thu, 07 Dec 95 20:31:28 GMT
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I recently heard a rumor that a company in Ohio is planning to start
manufacturing receiving-type replacement vacuum tubes.  Apparently,
the rising prices of NOS have made the market for new tubes
potentially profitable.

Can anyone confirm this rumor?

73,
Jack  WB3U


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From: [e-mail] (KA9EGW)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: New Tube Manufacturer?
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A news clip in Electric Radio a few months ago revealed that Western
Electric is resuming production on a number of high-power audio tubes
including the KT88, 211, etc.


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From: "Joseph P. Feehan" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Okidata Dot Matrix Printer
Date: 6 Dec 1995 16:51:55 GMT
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I know this is not the correct group for this question, but
please don't kill me!
Have Okidata Microline 182 printer, mod. GE52508.  Need printer
driver for Windows 3.1.
Have looked in the Microsoft printer driver library, no luck.
Can someone point me in the right direction so I can print my QSL
cards?
Thanks, VP2VBL.



From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:13:11 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Dr. John Robert Schutt)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Pls Help W/ TenTec 570 Info
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: 2 Dec 95 22:29:03 -0500
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Hello folks!

Can someone tell me a fair price for a TenTec Analog #570 (Century 21) 10-80MCW
Xcvr?  It also has a TenTec keyer and an old MFJ Tuner.  I have the pooprtunity
to buy this radio, and the seller and I would like to know what a fair price
is.  The radio is in excellent condition.  He told me that he thought that the
keyer was about $75 new and that the tuner was about $100.

Also, can anyone tell me if they have used one of these rigs and what their
opinions are?  I know that it's CW only.  My son and I are just trying to get
on the HF bands.  It has 5khz (hope that I have my units correct) , 2.5 khz,
and 1khz filters.  Will they be good enough?  Does a newer filter fit it and
is it needed?  I've been reading about 500 hz (?) filters.

Boy, thanks for helping a newbie!!

Either e-mail or post here.  THANKS!
--
_______________________________________________________________________________
John Robert Schutt                         /\         [e-mail]
Taylor University- Fort Wayne             //\\        [phone]
1025 W. Rudisill Blvd.                   ///\\\       FAX: [phone]
Fort Wayne, IN 46807                       ||
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From: [e-mail] (Muenzler, Kevin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Power supplies: Astron or Daiwa or other
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I have an Astron RS-20 and have really abused the poor thing.
I've never had a bit of problems with it (5 years).
It is rated at 16A continuous and 20A intermittent but if you put
a little fan on the heat sink you can run at 20A continuous
all day.

Kevin, WB5RUE


From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:13:14 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Joe BV/N0IAT)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: QSK...
Date: 5 Dec 1995 10:26:28 GMT
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Well, after reading all the posts on the success and failure of QSK in
the Icom 706, I thought I'd put out a little information on the Alinco DX70
since this is also a small sized rig.

1.  The Alinco does NOT have a vox circuit, so any QSK keying seems to
    be keying the T/R relay which is the same relay used in SSB or FM/AM.

2.  The rig (with the outboard amplifier keying relay still disabled) did
    emit a pretty loud clickety clackety sound when keying.  It was loud
    enough for the XYL to ask what I was doing anyway.

3.  The keying waveform was not monitored via 'scope, but I did have another
    HF rig nearby for note / tone monitoring.  I ran tests at various "guestimate"
    words per minute and noted the QSK quality.  Here are results:

    below 20 WPM  :  No problem.  QSK was fine with good in-between AGC response
                     and recovery.  No difference between QSK and semi breakin
                     except for the little TR relay clicking away.  Sidetone volume
                     tracked nicely with af volume, making the sidetone about the
                     same level as the in-between received audio.  OK QSK.


    25~30 WPM (a comfortable range for most dedicated CW ops)  QSK keying relay
               really clickey but the rig did not chop much of the intermediate
               dits.  Keying (dash-dot ratio) was standard 2:1, using a curtis
               8044ABM chip and "default" keying characteristics.  CW note was
               fine...no problem to copy and almost unnoticable difference between
               QSK and semi break-in.

    30~35 WPM  (typical CW Contest keying/exchange speed)  QSK keying was a bit
               chopped, but still easy to copy.  During bad band condx, probably
               would be ok but no longer a 2:1 dash to dot ratio.  Using an
               adjustable keyer with weight adjust would compensate for this and
               rig would be fine.


     35~40 WPM  (typical for CFO, DXer,  or the average UA0 Ruskie)  QSK keying
   chopped the first dit in part (dit was short) and keying ratio was about 1.5:1
               making dash/dot distinction a little difficult with QSB/Fading
               probably just barely workable

 OVER 40 WPM   :  Pittiful...really stunk and would be useless if running split
                  band DX (ie RX on the USA  40M Phone subband, TX on the low end
of 40 CW subband).


As for general QSK, I agree that it makes little sense for a rig to be manufactured
without some decent QSK.  I know the relays and TR switching can handle the speed,
especially considering we can manage 9600 baudot switching these days.  While the
Alinco DX70 is Alinco's first, it's too bad the other "big boys" cant seem to add
decent QSK to their rigs.  To the OM that posted his ranking of the QSK rigs, I
think your rating was right on the money!

It would be interesting to have a side-by-side comparison of "cw performance" among
all the mini rigs out there today, including the Yaesu 890/900, Kenwood 50, Alinco
70, and Icom 706.  I wonder who would win!

Now the question:  What's the best QSK combination you've run across?  I find the
Yaesu FT890 to be ok, but a far cry from a Ten Tec Omni D (oldie but goodie)!



--
73 from Joe BV/N0IAT  Taipei, Taiwan R.O.C.

Looking for 3 band WARC Worked All States.  Pse QSL es 73

Ex. 7J1AOF(Japan) KA0ZDH(novice) YU3/N0IAT(Slovenia)
Licensed Radio Amateur since 1986 //comments are mine only



From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:13:18 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Steve Ellington)
Subject: Re: QSK...
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It is as if they had to WORK at it to make qsk this bad. My Kenwood
TS-940 has been tested for qsk above 100wpm showing no effect on keying.
The Ten Tec Hercules amp I use has a loud, large, reed relay for keying
the final. It follows my keying to 50wpm with no noticible effects at all.
The problem with the IC706 is that there is no weight adjustment for the
internal keyer. It does have a "ratio" adjustment which indicates a range
of from 2.8 to 3.?.... If 3:1 is the proper ratio, whats the deal with
that Alinco rig and 2:1 sounding so good?????
But ratio isn't the key factor here. Even if the ratio is correct, if
your dots and dashes are clipped, it still stinks.

--
Steve Ellington [e-mail]  Louisville, Ky


From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:13:19 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Jerry Flanders)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Question about proper operating voltage
Date: Sat, 02 Dec 1995 01:09:39 GMT
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[e-mail] (Jay Hillgen) wrote:

>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

Jay, you might want to try boosting the input AC. There are variable
"autotransformers" available that you can use to boost the AC up to
about 135 or so. This will probably give you what you need, unless it
is internally regulated. If it is internally regulated, then you will
have to adjust the regulation point.

Jerry F.       W4UKU





From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:13:20 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Joe Landis - Systems & Network Mgr)
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Subject: Re: Question about proper operating voltage
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In article <49nes5$[e-mail]>, James Garland <[e-mail]> writes:
[snip]
> An alternate possiblity, if the above modification doesn't seem workable,
> is to remove the transformer and add several turns to secondary. Use wire
> whose diameter is the same (approximately) of the secondary wire, which
> is probably humungous.
[snip]
This is a lot of work but may not be necessary. Check to see if the transformer
has a tapped primary that was intended to compensate for variations from the
nominal line voltage. You may be able to tap down on it and raise the secondary
voltage enough to get by.
Joe - AA3GN
--
Joe Landis - Systems and Network Manager - North American Drager - Telford, PA
[e-mail]                        ..speaking only for myself, of course..


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From: Hilde Hofkens <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Radio Vlaanderen Internationaal on-line !
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Finally the day has come : the new Website of Radio Vlaanderen
Internationaal, BRTN's world service, is on line since December 1.
The old Website was refurnished and contains a wealth of information
on RVI, its 50th anniversary, programmes, reception, International
Listeners' Club and much more.
RVI also puts you on the way to a series of interesting Websites.
Information on our Website is available in six languages : Dutch,
French, German, English, Spanish and Arabic.

Shortly you will be able to read the RVI news on our Website, or
listen to it via Real Audio.

It is worth your while to call on
http://www.brtn.be/rvi/

For more information
[e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Uncle T.)
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Subject: Re-build your Yaesu Battery
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We agree, replace  *ALL*  of the cells!  At the TRW Swapmeet, replacement
high-cap cells are $1.50 each, with metal solder tabs!  I also found a
used/dead high power battery for $10.  I rebuilt that one too.

I've completed three, so far.  The method I used to open the case is to
wrap the body of the battery with a towel.  I then placed the battery in a
vice, where the jaws meet the weld ~ and gently tightened ~ listen for a
slight  'crack'...      It looked like this:

                          BBBBBBBBBB
         Jaw------>BBB  END BBB<-----Jaw
                          BBBBBBBBBB

Next, I gently tapped the weld/seam with a rubber mallot and the seam/case
opens with ease.  Works every time with no real damage to the case!

Use two wraps of scotch tape to hold the cells together.  Another helpfull
hint is to use a hot glue gun to re-assemble the two case halfs.  Quickly
re-wrap the battery and place the battery back into the vise and allow the
battery case to reseal.  Try to keep the fabric away from the seam/hot
glue.  I first tried three large ty-wraps around the body but the vise was
better.

For mobile use, I got the original smaller case and mounted a three-legged
voltage regulator inside, with heat sinc.  That, two caps and a light duty
cigarette lighter cord were all wired together.  Presto!  A tiny,
battery-free, light weight mobile power supply that protects your radio
from spikes and over-voltage.

Don't worry about any excess hot glue at the seam as it rubbs right off
after it cools.  Use proper caution when you dispose of the old cells.

Enjoy!

Tony
WA6IGJ




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From: [e-mail] (Michael)
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Subject: Re: rechargable alkalines- comments wanted
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More current than regular alkalines? I don't think so. I can run my
camcorder just fine on regular alks, but it won't even start up using a
fresh, brand-new set of Renewals. And they won't run a pocket TV anywhere
nearly as long as regular alks. In my experience, Renewals have about the
energy of a "heavy-duty" type carbon battery, not an alkaline. They do
take a charge well, though, and they don't self-discharge.


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From: [e-mail] (Tim Payne)
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Subject: Re: RF interference in Ford Explorer
Date: 5 Dec 1995 15:30:41 GMT
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In article <4a02e9$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (stu) wrote:

> [e-mail] (Rhyolite95) wrote:
>
> >Yes I remember someone getting the factory fix which involved removing the
> >pump from the tank and installing filters. If I remember correectly the
> >fix was marginal and required more filtering outside the tank. Try some
> >ferrite chokes on the fuel pump leads first and make sure the tank is
> >grounded well.
>
> I must have missed the object of this reply. Would you tell me what
> problems exits with the fuel filters in Explorers? I recently hard
> wired a 2 mtr into mine and, so far, have had no trouble. I hope none
> developes. I noticed that with my HT, I can accelerate while using
> cruise contron when hit the ptt switch. I don't have that problem now
> using the mobile at 50watts.
> Stu

I have a 1993 Explorer with a Kenwood 742A with 2m,220, and 440
installed.  I have two seperate antennas.  One, a COmet BC-10 2m/440, and
the other a quarter wave 220.  I experience the same problem when
transmitting.  Sometimes the cruise control will accelerate, sometime
deaccelerate.  When the vehicle was wet a couple of weeks ago, even the
rear wiper would cycle on/off!!! Really wierd..I assume that Ford really
never decoupled their computers or feed lines very well. I never
experienced anything like that with my Toyota 4-Runner prior.  I have
heard and read a lot of people having the same identical problems though..
73,
-Tim


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From: [e-mail](Clifford Uyeda)
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Subject: Re: RF interference in Ford Explorer
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>> [e-mail] (Rhyolite95) wrote:
>>
>> >Yes I remember someone getting the factory fix which involved
removing the
>> >pump from the tank and installing filters. If I remember correectly
the
>> >fix was marginal and required more filtering outside the tank. Try
some
>> >ferrite chokes on the fuel pump leads first and make sure the tank is
>> >grounded well.

>I have a 1993 Explorer with a Kenwood 742A with 2m,220, and 440
>installed.  I have two seperate antennas.  One, a COmet BC-10 2m/440,
and
>the other a quarter wave 220.  I experience the same problem when
>transmitting.  Sometimes the cruise control will accelerate, sometime
>deaccelerate.  When the vehicle was wet a couple of weeks ago, even the
>rear wiper would cycle on/off!!! Really wierd..I assume that Ford really
>never decoupled their computers or feed lines very well. I never
>experienced anything like that with my Toyota 4-Runner prior.  I have
>heard and read a lot of people having the same identical problems
though..
>73,
>-Tim


FORD ARTICLE # 95-11-3 (portions copied here)

A "Whinning/buzzing" noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or
two way radio on vehicles with an in-tank electric noise from the fuel
pump.

Correction:
Install an electronic noise RFI filter (F1PZ-18B925-A) on the fuel pump
inside the fuel tank.  Refer to the following Test Procedure to confirm
that the concern exists, then refer to the Service Procedure for repair
details.

Note: Some light trucks require one (1) RFI filter for each in-tank
electric fuel pump on Mulit-tank vehicles.

Test Procedure:
Fuel pump radio noise is relatively constant and changes only slightly
with vehicle speed.  If the frequency of the noise varies or the noise
comes and goes with the vehicle speed, then it is not the fuel pump and
this fix will not be effective.  The following procedure will help
determine if the fuel pump is the cause of the radio noise.


1. Turn on the radio before the key is turned on ( assuming the radio
will operate without the ignition key. You may need to put the ingnition
key in the accessory position).

2. Turn the ignition key to the RUN position (do not start the engine).

3.  The fuel pump should run for about 1 second witht he key in the RUN
position with the engine not running. Listen for the noise in the radio.
If the noise is present while the pump is running and stops when the pump
stops then the noise is being generated by the pump and this procedure
should help.

1. Remove the fuel pump sender assembly from the fuel tank.  Refer to the
appropriate Service manual, Section 24-35 for cars/light trucks and
Section 10-01 for compact trucks, for removal procedure.

2. ON vehicles without fuel delivery module, remove the negative and
positive connectors from the fuel pump.

a. Cut the wires to the fuel pump 3" from the flange of the fuel pump and
discard the wires.

b. connect the RFI filter connectors to the spade terminal on the fuel
pump.

c. Cut and solder both the red and black wire of the RFI filter to the
red and black wires of the flange.  Use shrink tube over the solder
connections.


The above in the entirety, including diagrams, can be obtained from

Patrick Quinn
Ford Motor Company
835 Mason - Suite 200
Dearborn, MI 48124

Article TSB 95-11-3


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From: Dusty Veideman <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: RF interference in Ford Explorer
Date: 8 Dec 1995 04:38:52 GMT
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[e-mail] (Rhyolite95) wrote:
>
> Yes I remember someone getting the factory fix which involved removing the
> pump from the tank and installing filters. If I remember correectly the
> fix was marginal and required more filtering outside the tank. Try some
> ferrite chokes on the fuel pump leads first and make sure the tank is
> grounded well.
\
I just read your problem about Ford Explorer and HF RADIO interferrance.
I have a 1994 Ford Explorer and found the same problem when I put in My
HF.   I had S9 noise from the fuel pump in the gas tank and partially solver
the problem by putting in a capacitor from the Positive line as close to
the tank as possible direct to the frame.  I tried several different ones
until I found an Armaco filter designed for RF interferrance.
This reduced the noise to about an S 2-3.  Still not being satisfied,
I wrote to Ford Motors Customers Service in Ontario. Believe it or not
they recalled the vehicle, removed the tank and installed a proper
RFI filter inside the tank next to the pump.  No more noise except for
a slight white noise which is not even noticeable.  By coincidence,
I found a write up in a motor magazine about the same thing but, I would
suggest contacting Ford directly and complaining about the RFI
on your Ham radio... good luck...


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From: KF0OS <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: RF interference in Ford Explorer
Date: 8 Dec 1995 12:53:30 GMT
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Dusty Veideman <[e-mail]> wrote:
>
> [e-mail] (Rhyolite95) wrote:
> >
> > Yes I remember someone getting the factory fix which involved removing the
> > pump from the tank and installing filters. If I remember correectly the
> > fix was marginal and required more filtering outside the tank. Try some
> > ferrite chokes on the fuel pump leads first and make sure the tank is
> > grounded well.
> \
> I just read your problem about Ford Explorer and HF RADIO interferrance.
> I have a 1994 Ford Explorer and found the same problem when I put in My
> HF.   I had S9 noise from the fuel pump in the gas tank and partially solver
> the problem by putting in a capacitor from the Positive line as close to
> the tank as possible direct to the frame.  I tried several different ones
> until I found an Armaco filter designed for RF interferrance.
> This reduced the noise to about an S 2-3.  Still not being satisfied,
> I wrote to Ford Motors Customers Service in Ontario. Believe it or not
> they recalled the vehicle, removed the tank and installed a proper
> RFI filter inside the tank next to the pump.  No more noise except for
> a slight white noise which is not even noticeable.  By coincidence,
> I found a write up in a motor magazine about the same thing but, I would
> suggest contacting Ford directly and complaining about the RFI
> on your Ham radio... good luck...

Does anyone know if this problem/fix is applicable to the Ford
Aerostar, as well?

KF0OS


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From: Albert Burnham <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Sale: Digicom 14.4K Modem (internal)
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For Sale: Digicom 14.4K bps internal modem; just upgaraded to 28.8.  $50

Contact Al, W4RIM (near San Francisco)



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From: [e-mail] (Mark Pruett )
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Subject: Scanner Wanted
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I am looking for a

    Realistic 2006 Scanner.

Can anyone tell me where do get a working new/used one??

I will pay S&H costs.

E-Mail me with prices and details!

Thanks!

Mark



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From: [e-mail] (Daniel Curry)
Subject: Re: Screw Driver HF Mobile Ant
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 Send to
W6AAQ
Don Johnson
26659 Capay St.
Box 595
Esparto, Ca. 95627-0595

  Or Send to World Radio Magazine.
  Sacramento , Ca.
And order the 40+5 years of HF Mobileering. The plans are in the book.

Sorry I do not have the zip or PO box nuber for World radio.

--
.----------------------------------------------+--------------------------.
| INTERNET: [e-mail]     (DC436)     | Daniel Curry             |
| AMPRNET : [e-mail]  [44.4.20.144] | WB6STW                   |
| AX.25   : wb6stw@n0ary.#NOCAL.CA.USA.NOAM    | DoD # 1450               |
'----------------------------------------------+--------------------------'


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From: [e-mail]
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Subject: svetlana 811A
Date: 6 Dec 1995 18:45:07 GMT
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I just installed 4 Svetlana 811As in a Collins 30L-1.
They work very nicely, no problems.  They are quite
well matched also (equal dull cherry red in all 4
plates when max loaded). Two tone IMD tested 25 dB.
Cathode input VSWR very nearly 1.2 to 1 (measured).
Got them from Antique Supply, Tempe AZ.


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From: James Garland <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Svetlana Tube Experience?
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After reading Bill Orr's CQ Magazine article in which he raved about
Svetlana 811As, I bought four of them from a ham on my DX Packet cluster
who has access to them through his company. One had an internal short
circuit, and another seemed to have unstable idling current. Also, they
seemed prone to oscillation (in an old GSB-201 linear), so I'm wondering
if the interelectrode capacitance and transconductance is the same as the
domestic version? Curiously, the tubes were marked "Pride" in large red
lettering on the side of the glass envelope, rather than Svetlana,
although I was assured they were manufactured by Svetlana. Physically,
they resembled the ones described in the Orr article, and had a 1993 date
code. They were also stamped "made in USSR". Anybody had experience with
this line of tubes?
Jim W8ZR




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From: [e-mail] (KA9EGW)
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Subject: Re: Swan 250C problem
Date: 5 Dec 1995 06:52:41 -0500
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The first thing I would check on those tubes is whether thay've gone
gassy--in a darkened (not necessarily totally dark) room, inspect the tube
closely while operating (NOT just the filament lit, but while the tube is
actually doing some work, probably in transmit mode unless of course it's
a receive-only function the tube serves) and look for signs of any
purplish-blue glow down inside.  My KWM2A had some gassy tubes--type 6U8A
are particularly prone to this--in the audio section and everyone
complained my audio sounded like crap.  Yet the same mic on a 32S3 (same
audio circuit) sounds fine.  Don't screw around with hamfest-special
tubes; these days all tubes are getting to be old enough New Old Stock
that one molecule at a time, air has started to intrude.  What happens is,
the tube has gas, so it runs too hot, which liberates more gas, which
heats it up...the end result can be a meltdown-inducer called "thermal
runaway" where the idling plate current with no drive applied keeps
escalating until the tube is destroyed.  There is an internal structure in
the tube called the "getter" whose job it is to absorb stray gas
molecules--if you can put filament and plate voltage to the tube with a
big enough series cathode resistor to limit the plate current to a safe
value and just let it cook, sometimes they can be reclaimed this way.
However, it's a pain in the ass, to put it mildly.  On the other hand, you
can call Fair Radio in Lima, OH and order the tubes you need--they're real
good about checking for stuff like this before they ship and used-but-good
tubes (actually more reliable since all the sudden-infant-death-failure
tubes are already culled, HI!) are only a couple bucks apiece...of course,
with an oven, a vacuum pump, and some specialized equipment...
By the way, brand-new twentyfive-buck new old stock tubes from the local
tv shop in unopened boxes are no better bet than any others.  I've had a
real run of gassy tubes here lately--some of the industrial suppliers like
Newark will stand behind their stuff, but I promise you will pay through
the nose at their prices.  The old JAN military surplus tubes in the
manila-colored boxes seem a little better...the only other alternative is
to resort to new-manufacture Chinese or Russian tubes and, frankly, their
reliability sucks except maybe for the Svetlana transmitting tubes...
Anyone, everyone, please, lets keep an eye out for any further infor on
how to reclaim gassy tubes--there are only so many left in the world and
this will become more and more pertinent as time goes on.

Hope this helps.  73.


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From: [e-mail] (James Griffith)
Subject: Re: TEN TEC SCOUT...GOTTA LOVE IT
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In article <49e06g$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>
>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
>[e-mail]
>
The best reason for buying a Scout is the service. There is no way you
are going to fix your Kenwood what ever rig it might be, an is one of the
biggest reasons I sold my 450SAT. After your first Kenwood repair bill
that $300 dollars between a Scout and a TS-50 that does not look so much
now, will be a big pain later.

Ten Tec will try to help you fix the Scout over the phone and send you
the part. Or even the board and bill you after you return the faulty
board. You can actually work on it your self. If you have not found out
yet, servace and parts avaliablity are everything.

Jim, WA7NDD.
No connection to Ten Tac



From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:13:38 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Eric Werny)
Subject: Test Equipment
Message-ID: <c37cb$[e-mail]>
Date: Sun, 03 Dec 95 14:22:31 GMT
To: ALL
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Keywords: Test Equipment  Used
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Looking for Communications related test equipment. If yoiu
have some goodies you would like to sell.
Send a list...grin



From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:13:39 1995
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From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: TS-120s fix
Date: 4 Dec 1995 18:06:46 GMT
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Does anyone know of a WEB source for TS-120S mods and fixes?
SSB power output and ALC indication is intermittent on transmit.

Thanks, WB7ASR

[e-mail]



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From: Mark Oppenheim <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: TS-120s fix
Date: 6 Dec 1995 01:47:28 GMT
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Their WEB site is <http://www.kenwood.net> however, their BBS, where most of their service
bulletins are is at [phone] (Los Angeles area).

As I recall, a lot of "wierdness" with the TS-120/130 series relates to bad grounding on
the final amplifier and IF boards.... usually unscrewing the boards and re-tightening (as
well as checking any grounding wires at these points, removing corrosion, etc) will solve
most of the problems.

Mark




From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:13:41 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Jim Boyett)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: TS-120s fix
Date: 7 Dec 1995 19:47:32 GMT
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[e-mail] wrote:
: Does anyone know of a WEB source for TS-120S mods and fixes?
: SSB power output and ALC indication is intermittent on transmit.

: Thanks, WB7ASR

: [e-mail]

I have a TS-120S and installed a factory mod some years back.  As I recall
it consisted of about 6 diodes and possibly a couple of resistors.  You
should be able to get the mod directly from Kenwood.

The symptoms are that when you key the mic the ALC seems to cause the
transmitter to go immediately to full output.  This seems to be worst on
the higher freq bands (especially 10 meters.)

Jim
WN6D


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From: [e-mail] (Fred McKenzie)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: TS-120s fix
Date: Fri, 08 Dec 1995 12:52:31 -0500
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In article <4a2snh$[e-mail]>, Mark Oppenheim
<[e-mail]> wrote:
> As I recall, a lot of "wierdness" with the TS-120/130 series relates to
bad grounding on
> the final amplifier and IF boards.

Mark-

I recall reading the same information about grounding in the TS-120S.  The
word was, that one should put star-lockwashers under all the screws, to
insure good connection.

However, the repairman who installed the factory mod on mine, claimed that
this is only partially true.  He stated that the radio wouldn't go into
oscillation, even with some of the grounding screws removed, if the
factory mod was in place.  When he finished with the mod, I never had any
more trouble.

73, Fred, K4DII


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From: [e-mail] (Rod Lane)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: VHF Engineering
Date: 5 Dec 1995 01:09:10 GMT
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I'm looking for schematics and parts lists for the old VHF Engineering TX-
144 transmitter strip.  I'm using one as a repeater exciter and need to
do some work on it.


Thanks!!


Email via [e-mail] or [e-mail]



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From: [e-mail] (MICHAEL KILLIAN)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: VOX headset
Date: 7 Dec 1995 15:30:46 GMT
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I am looking to purchase a VOX headset for the Yaesu FT-11R HT.
Anyone have any experience with various VOX's?

I am looking at the Yaesu VC-22, but it is kinda pricey ($59.99).
Anyone know of a less expensive (not necessarily cheaper) unit
that works well with this radio?

Thanks.

Mike  -  KC7JGC
[e-mail]


From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:13:45 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Doug Snowden)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Want FT-102 schematic or service Manual
Date: 4 Dec 1995 08:43:41 -0500
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 need scehmatics or service manual for the FT-102.

Doug N4IJ [e-mail]

--
Doug  Snowden
[e-mail]



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From: "Robert A. Kile" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Want FT-102 schematic or service Manual
Date: 6 Dec 1995 03:32:21 GMT
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Try area code 310-404-2700. Yaesu Parts department will be more than glad
to help you..

73 Bob KG7D



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From: DAVID <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: wanted , w2a or 24at icom
Date: 3 Dec 1995 14:02:51 GMT
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Looking for a good HT to mod for outside band xt/rec
any suggestions would be appreciated.



From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:13:48 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Massimo Monti)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: WANTED: ICOM IC-728 IC-729 MODS...
Date: 8 Dec 95 09:11:00 GMT
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I have a 2 years old IC-729 and as it works well, i thought to have a look
inside... and i'm looking for any mod that can be applyed to it.
Can anyone help me?

All i have is a simple mod, about cutting D8 on the PLL unit, but i think
it's wrong, because that diode is part of a -5 Volt supplier circiut, not of
any diode-matrix or similar (so i didn't implement it).
So, what about this phantomatic D8 on PLL unit ?

And more: Is there any difference between European an non-European Ic-729 ?

Thanks in advance for anybody who knows something about IC-729...



From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:13:48 1995
From: [e-mail] (Robert Young)
Subject: Wanted:Icom IC-2350 Mod
Date: 4 Dec 95 18:47:31 -0800
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Wanted:

I need the extended TX\RX mod for the Icom IC-2350 dual
band mobile. The one posted earlier on doesn't work on
US models. Any help would be appreciated.

73 de N9MSS Bob
[e-mail]


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From: Larry Smith <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Wanted:Icom IC-2350 Mod
Date: Wed, 06 Dec 1995 07:45:48
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In article: <[e-mail]>  [e-mail] (Robert
Young) writes:
>
> Wanted:
>
> I need the extended TX\RX mod for the Icom IC-2350 dual
> band mobile. The one posted earlier on doesn't work on
> US models. Any help would be appreciated.
>
> 73 de N9MSS Bob
> [e-mail]
>
>
I posted a series of mods here last week for the IC2350A (purchased in
USA) and they all work--
Larry Smith G4OXY



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From: [e-mail] (Ed Fortmiller)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc
Subject: Way to open Icom BP-84/83 battery packs???
Date: Thu, 07 Dec 1995 09:29:39 -0500
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I have two Icom BP-84 and one BP-83 battery packs which are
dead. Anyone know of a way to nicely open these type of packs?
I believe I could at least make use of the BP-84 to stuff AAs
in if I could open it.  I╣m aware of and own the BP-90 which you
can stuff yourself.

--
Ed Fortmiller | Hudson MA | [e-mail]


From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:13:51 1995
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From: [e-mail] (John Rice)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc
Subject: Re: Way to open Icom BP-84/83 battery packs???
Date: 7 Dec 95 12:40:39 CDT
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In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Ed Fortmiller) writes:
> I have two Icom BP-84 and one BP-83 battery packs which are
> dead. Anyone know of a way to nicely open these type of packs?
> I believe I could at least make use of the BP-84 to stuff AAs
> in if I could open it.  I╣m aware of and own the BP-90 which you
> can stuff yourself.

It's possible to obtain replacement nicad 'cells' for the BP battery
packs, at 'significantly' less cost than the cost of an entire 'new'
pack from Icom. . Look in the back of any ham magazine for an ad from
'Mr Nicad' in wisconsin.

Thought the packs came apart with a coupla screws (or am I remembering
the wrong 'pack') ?


--------

   John Rice -  K9IJ       | "I speak for myself, not my employer".
   [e-mail]         |  Miracles, Magic and Sleight-of-hand done here.
   [e-mail]          |  Licensed since 1959
   (708)-438-5065 - (bbs ) |  Ex: K8YZR, KH6GHC, WB9CSP, W9MMB, WA1TXV



From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:13:54 1995
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From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: What's a good cheap wide-range antenna tuner?
Date: 8 Dec 1995 20:24:19 GMT
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I want to use my trap dipole at the edges of 80m and for the
WARC bands, and even 160m if I can do it with a 105' long 5-band
trap designed for 80-10.  I'm currently using the tiny MFJ
random-wire transmatch which works surprisingly well for the
5 non-WARC bands.  I'm considering the MFJ 949E 300w ATU
which looks good for the price, but wonder if maybe it's not as
wide-range a tuner as I'd like--that maybe one of those roller
inductor ATUs might do what I want to do.  Suggestions?
Thanks.  --Bill KB8USZ  [e-mail]


From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:13:55 1995
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From: [e-mail] (MZap1)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: WTB: 5W 2-meter handhelds
Date: 4 Dec 1995 17:54:51 -0500
Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364)
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I'm looking to buy about ten 2-meter handheld units of 5 watts or more and
at least one base station with more power.  If you have any to sell or
know where I can find them cheap, please respond by email to
[e-mail].  Thanks!


From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:13:56 1995
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From: Chris Huber <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: WTB:ACC RC96 4.2 Firmware
Date: Mon, 4 Dec 1995 15:03:31 -0800
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Thanks for reading this. I'm looking to up grade from 3.6, but don't need
the features of 5.2  If you have this laying around and can help, let me
know what you want for it.

If you know of anyone who can program the EPROM, and EEPROM for this ver.,
please let me know.

                        Thanks Chris N6ICW

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Chris Huber
Telecommunications                              Voice:          916-734-0085
UC Davis Medical Center                         Pager:          916-762-6860
Sacramento, Ca. 95817                           Internet:[e-mail]
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++




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From: Chris Boone <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: WTB:ACC RC96 4.2 Firmware
Date: 7 Dec 1995 00:40:38 GMT
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References: <[e-mail]>

I have the lastest software (5.2) for the RC96 and can program
the eprom IF you can find one....

(They use a special Intel 1Meg eprom and they are HARD to find)

73
Chris

--
Senior Telecommunications Technician    [e-mail]
ENTERGY/Gulf States Utilities           1:106/4267 FIDOnet
WB5ITT                                  PG-9-5322 FCC Commercial


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From: "Roy D." <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: WTB:TONE ENCODER KENWOOD 7950
Date: 3 Dec 1995 22:43:25 GMT
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[e-mail] (Tom G) wrote:
>I am interested in the matching tone encoder for the Kenwood 7950 2
>meter transceiver.  The encoder must be able to be coded for PL tone
>103.5.     Please send email to [e-mail]      73 de Tom WA3KQA
>
>

I have three of these redios and would be interested in a source for the
boards.  Please POST any info.

--


Roy Derryberry, KD3LZ    Member: Aircraft Owners and Pilot's Association
([e-mail])                             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.




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From: Ken Harrison <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: WTB:TONE ENCODER KENWOOD 7950
Date: Sun, 3 Dec 1995 15:37:10 -0800
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On 3 Dec 1995, Roy D. wrote:

> [e-mail] (Tom G) wrote:
> >I am interested in the matching tone encoder for the Kenwood 7950 2
> >meter transceiver.  The encoder must be able to be coded for PL tone
> >103.5.     Please send email to [e-mail]      73 de Tom WA3KQA
> >
> >
>
> I have three of these redios and would be interested in a source for the
> boards.  Please POST any info.

I think you might be better off just breaking down and getting a tone
board from Communications Specialists.  As far as I know, the original
boards are no longer made.  (I'm hanging on to mine...)  The aftermarket
tone board will only set you back about $30.  Of course, you won't be
able to choose F1, F2, or F3 from the keypad, you'll have to use dip
switches to choose your freq.

Ken

__________________________________________________________________________
Ken Harrison   ---      [e-mail]      ---   Amateur Radio:  N6MHG
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~






From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:14:00 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Libertaire VANNONI)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: wwanted:RCI-2950 Service Manual
Date: 4 Dec 1995 01:55:22 +0100
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Where can I get a service manual for RCI-2950?
Any help appreciated!



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From: [e-mail] (Gary Woolery)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Yaesu 5100 for sale
Date: Sun, 03 Dec 95 19:33:06 GMT
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In article <49o0q7$[e-mail]>,
   [e-mail] (Dennis Stafford) wrote:
>

How Much????


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From: [e-mail] (MICHAEL KILLIAN)
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Subject: Yaesu FT-11R / VOX question
Date: 7 Dec 1995 18:15:42 GMT
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I am considering buying a VC-22 VOX headset for my FT-11R HT.  I've
noticed that the headset gets it's power from the HT.  Does anyone
have any experience with this radio/headset combination?  I am
wondering what the headset does to the HT as far as battery life
is concerned.  My main use for the headset will be when I am
camping/hiking and I do not have the HT connected to external power.

Thanks.

Mike  -  KC7JGC
[e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (MICHAEL KILLIAN)
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Subject: Yaesu FT-11R question?
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I am interested in purchasing a VOX headset for the FT-11R.  I just
received some info from Yaesu on the VC-22 and noticed that it
received PWR from the HT.  I then looked at the schematic for the
HT and noticed that the MIC connector was in fact a 'stereo' type
(3 conductor) connector.

My question is this, I use a mic that was recommended by Yaesu now
as the external mic (it is the mini speaker/mic).  It has a 2
conductor plug for the mic.  Why doesn't this short out the B+ in
the HT?  Am I missing something here?  Should I continue to use
this Mic?  Could this damage the radio?

Any insight would be appreciated?

That was supposed to be a period not "?".  I quess I got a little
carried away with my questions.

Thanks
Mike KC7JGC
[e-mail]
!!!


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From: [e-mail] (John Wagner)
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Subject: Re: Yaesu FT-51R or Kenwood Th-79A (D) Pros & Cons?
Date: Mon, 04 Dec 1995 16:38:13 GMT
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On Thu, 30 Nov 1995 01:36:24 GMT [e-mail] (Barry Dorfman) wrote:

>[e-mail] (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

I owned an FT470, closely examined my friends FT-530, and then bought an
FT-51R.  The 530 is a slightly improved 470, in the area of features, and
is slightly smaller than the 470 (still big).  The 530 is a good radio, but
the 51R has the following pluses:

- MUCH smaller
- lighter
- comes with a 600mAh battery, that lasts as long as
  the 530s with the same power output, same basic battery
  size, power, and charging options as the 530.
- more paging features (although not many people use them)
- less distorted RX audio
- programs from a PC

The Kenwood/Yaesu is a pretty close match, but I chose the Yaesu over the
Kenwood 79A because the 51R:
- is smaller
- 100% software pots, volume, squelch, etc.  You can config
  the top dial button to be a volume control if you like, but it
  is a switch, not a pot.  Even the TX deviation is keyboard
  adjustable in the diagnostic mode without opening the radio.
- programs from a PC
- programs more naturally (my opinion)
- fully backlighted display AND keypad

My advise: Don't buy until you also go to a store or meet with people that
have a 79 and a 51, and hold them in your hand to see which one feels best
to YOU.
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From: "Earl D. Sharp" <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: Yaesu Info
Date: Mon, 04 Dec 1995 20:43:51 -0500
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Barry Dorfman wrote:
>
> [e-mail] (Curtis Quist) wrote:
>
> >Does anyone have the address or phone number for Yaesu.  If so could you
> >please email them to me.  My address is [e-mail]
>
> >thanks ahead of time
> >curtis
>
> 17210 Edwards Rd.   Cerritos CA 90701
> 800-255-9237     310-404-2700     FAX: [phone]


I just had occasion to contact them:

Yaesu U.S.A.
U.S. Headquarters
17210 Edwards Road
Cerritos CA 90703
TEL:  [phone]
FAX:  [phone]

Your Welcome

WE8M


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Subject: Yaesu Telephone Num 1/10
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Subject: Yaesu Telephone Numbers

>>...Yaesu FT-470 mods...

    Yaesu FT-470 MODS
   Rev D (Aug 28, 1992)


This is a collection of hardware and software mods for the Yaesu 470.
I have collected every mod seen on the net (ie. Usenet) since the
introduction of the 470, so I think this list is fairly complete.  I
am interested in getting updates and corrections to this list, so
please send me e-mail if you find something that needs updating.
(This includes typos, wrong or missing attributions, caveats, warnings
about unmentioned side effects, serial numbers of radios that won't do
some of these mods, etc.)

This advice is free, so remember that you get what you pay for.

 Brian McMinn ([e-mail])
 N5PSS
 512-462-5389

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Full Reset:

 Effect: Severe! :-)

 1) Make hard (paper) copy of all memory info
 2) Turn radio off
 3) Hold down VFO and MR and turn radio on
 4) Replace all memory contents

 Notes:  This will reset the auto repeater offset function, so
 you will need to re-enable it if you use it.  This will also
 disable (mask) all memories except #1, so you will have to
 enable each of them by hand.

 Attributed: Yaesu

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MARS Mod:

 Effect: Enable extended 2m receive, 2m transmit

 1) Make hard (paper) copy of all memory info
 2) Turn radio off
 3) Hold down up-arrow and down-arrow and turn radio on
 4) Replace all memory contents

 Notes:  This mod wipes all memory contents.  This is a "toggle"
 mod in that it can be un-done by repeating the above steps.
 The normal->MARS mod only wipes the memories.  The MARS->
 normal mod not only wipes the memories, it appears to do a
 complete controller reset (see above).

 Result: Receive range 130-180 MHz, transmit 140-151MHz (I
 think, I haven't tried it.)

 Attributed: Yaesu

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Crossband Repeat:

 Effect: Enable crossband repeat

 1) Dial up two frequencies you want to crosslink (be sure to
    pay attention to transmit offsets, if any)
 2) Turn radio off.
 3) Hold down the RPT key and turn radio on

 Result:  The tone encode/decode flags and the -+ flags will be
 flashing and the radio will be in low power mode.  When either
 band's squelch opens, the other band is moved into the primary
 frequency display and the transmitter keys.  Audio link
 appears to be speaker to mike.

 Attributed: Collier Chun (NM7B @ WA7ARI)

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Crossband Repeat Audio Cable:

 Effect:  Provide better audio for crossband repeat.

 1) Parts:
  a) mini plug
  b) 100K ohm resistor
  c) sub-mini plug
 2) Assemble cable with resistor connecting the tips of the two
    plugs.  The shield (ground) is not connected.
 3) Plug it between the earphone jack and the mike jack.


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Subject: Yaesu Telephone Num 10/10
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Subject: Yaesu Telephone Numbers

(Continued from previous message)


 You can hear the second LO frequency with a general coverage
 receiver in SSB mode.  As suggested by Al Rabassa, wrap the
 FT-470 with several turns of insulated wire and connect the
 wire to the antenna connector of the GC receiver.  The 2nd LO
 frequency should be received.

 You can also hear the first LO with a scanner.  The first LO
 will be at a frequency equal to the FT-470's displayed
 frequency plus the IF frequency.

 Another way to tell is to hook up a spectrum analyzer to the
 antenna input (Be careful not to transmit!!!) and look at the
 first LO leakage.  It is very easy to see on my radio (about
 -50 dBm).  The first LO will be offset from the receive
 frequency by the first IF frequency.  At 144 MHz the LO will
 be at 165.7 MHz.  For receive frequencies above 157 MHz, low
 side injection is used.

 Attributed: Jim Summers, KD7F

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Opening Battery Cases:


 I`ve opened several FNB-x cases in order to replace the cell
 pack.  The procedure that I've used is very simple, but does
 require patience to prevent damage to the case:

 1.  Cut the white label with a sharp knife by following the
     case separation line. DO NOT remove the nut on the
     charging connector.

 2.  Pry the case halves apart by placing a thin wide bladed
     screwdriver into the case line on the label end.
     It may be necessary to separate the black band from
     one case half with a knife tip when it is evident that
     glue has penetrated the joint.  NOTE: The black band is
     permanently attached to one case half.

 3.  Use continuous pressure, not excessive force, to separate
     the case halves.  Concentrate the separation procedure on
     the label end of the case.  The steady pressure will allow
     the glue to cold flow and release its grip.

 4.  Yes, a frustration level will occur, but then success will
     appear as the glue gives up after a few minutes.

 5.  Make a note of where the wires attach to the battery and
     thermal switch.  Also note the pack orientation.

 6.  Connect the replacement pack into the case and attach the
     wires per your note in step 5.

 7.  Close the pack, charge the cells, attach to the radio for
     a test.

 8.  If satisfied, place a spot (1/2 inch dia) of clear RTV on
     each side of the cell pack and press the case together and
     place it under a weight for a short time until the RTV
     cures.  Because of the reduced amount of glue, the case
     will have a more flimsy feel than previous to replacement,
     but will perform like the original.

 9.  For the next replacement, the RTV will give up much easier
     than the original glue.

 Attributed: Hugh Wells, W6WTU

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UHF Transmit Extend:

 Since I always get about a dozen requests for ANY information
 on extended UHF transmit, I'll try to head them off by saying
 that I have NEVER heard of one.  Rest assured that I will add
 any such mod to this list and IMMEDIATELY repost it!

 Brian

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end of Rev D mod list...

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Subject: Yaesu Telephone Num 2/10
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Subject: Yaesu Telephone Numbers

(Continued from previous message)

 Result:  Very good crossband audio.  The level is controllable
 with the volume control.

 Bugs:  You can't listen to what is being repeated.

 Attributed: Keith McQueen (N7HMF @ NV7V.UT.USA.NA)

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Clone Mode:

 Effect:  Allow editing of transmit and receive frequencies.

 1) Turn radio off.
 2) Hold down F key and turn radio on.

 Result:  All segments of display are turned on.  The radio
 will send data out the microphone tip when up-arrow is
 pressed.  The radio will receive data when the down-arrow is
 pressed.

 Bugs:  I have yet to hear of someone who has done this
 successfully.  Please tell me if you know how it works!

 Attributed:  [e-mail] (William J. Szarek)

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Internal Jumper Mods:

 Effect:  Change radio from US to European to ???
   Wide band receive

 I have located a total of eight straps, four to the left of
 the lithium battery, and four others under the flat white
 cable that interconnects the upper half with the lower half.


   Yeasu FT-470 Straps

 R69  Vertical, at the 10 o'clock position by the lithium cell
 R68  Horizontal, to the lower left of R69
 R67  Horizontal, just below R68
 R66  Horizontal, just below R67

 R71  Vertical, the leftmost of three, to the left of the upper
      corner of the ribbon cable connector.
 R70  Vertical, the center of three of which R71 is the leftmost
 R72  Vertical, the rightmost of the three
 R74  Vertical, to the left of the ribbon cable connector, below
      the three.  (Note that R74 is below an unpopulated capacitor
      that does not have a C number.

 There is no R73, or at least it is not on the circuit board
 and it is not in the schematic.  And, yes, the order of those
 three is indeed R71, R70, R72, left-to-right.



   UHF CHOICES
 --------------------------------------------------
 R71 R70 R72 Rx and Tx Rx only
 --------------------------------------------------
 0 0 0 430 to 440 430 to 500
 0 0 1 430 to 450
 0 1 0 430 to 440
 0 1 1 432 to 438
 1 0 0 430 to 440**
 1 0 1 220 to 225
 1 1 0 430 to 440
 1 1 1 210 to 235
 --------------------------------------------------

 ** This is the normal European configuration.



   VHF CHOICES
 ----------------------------------------------------------
 R66 R67 R68 R69 Rx and Tx Rx only
 ----------------------------------------------------------
 0 0 0 0  144 to  146 130 to 180
 0 0 0 1  144 to  146
 0 0 1 0 1260 to 1300
 0 0 1 1 1240 to 1300
 0 1 0 0  140 to  150* 130 to 180
 0 1 0 1  140 to  174
 0 1 1 0  303 to  343
 0 1 1 1  8AL to  242
 1 0 0 0  144 to  148
 1 0 0 1  144 to  146**
 1 0 1 0 1240 to 1300
 1 0 1 1  404 to  444
 1 1 0 0  140 to  160

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From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:14:12 1995
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Subject: Yaesu Telephone Num 3/10
From: [e-mail] (Clint Bradford)
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Subject: Yaesu Telephone Numbers

(Continued from previous message)

 1 1 0 1 1260 to 1300
 1 1 1 0  101 to  141
 1 1 1 1  1R3 to 158L
 ----------------------------------------------------------

 * This is the normal US configuration after MARS mod.
 ** This is the normal European configuration.

 (Note: the receive only ranges are enabled by powering up the
 unit with the up and down arrow buttons depressed...kjm)

 When there is more than one combination which has the same
 frequency range, the difference is the default step size
 and/or the default repeater offset.  Of course, choices that
 do not match the VCO and filters do not actually transmit or
 receive on those frequencies.  A particularly strange example
 is that the VHF side of the set can be set to tune from 404 to
 444 MHz, but again, it won't actually lock.  Even in the
 101-141 mode, the VHF VCO will not lock - this must be for use
 with some other sort of VCO (It looks like this would cover
 the aeronautical band rather nicely.)  There are two really
 wierd VHF settings, those for 8AL-242 and 1R3-158L.  These
 must be for use with some other LCD controller - it displays
 truly unusual and non sequential thins when stepped through
 the "bands".

 R74 seems to have something to do with selecting the IF
 frequency, or something similar.  When set, it really screws
 up the VHF reception.

 My technique for determining these straps is to remove the
 straps that come in the unit, solder wires to each pad, run
 the wires out of the unit to a bank of DIP switches, screw the
 unit back together, and then go through all of the DIP switch
 combinations.  I usually use a stereo microscope and 30 guage
 wire for this.  Since I didn't try powering the unit on with
 every combination of keys held down for each DIP switch
 combination, there may still be other secrets possible.

 I was looking for something like receive and transmit from
 zero to infinity, but I didn't find it.  I determined, from
 studying the schematic, that there should be a hiddem
 strapping diode from CPU pin 2 to CPU pin 22.  I installed
 one, but nothing changed.  In fact, changing it and powering
 the unit up did not cause a reset.  Therefore, I concluded
 that this really wasn't a mystery strap, afterall.  However,
 there could be others.  I'm trying to get a data sheet for the
 CPU, from Hitachi, to see if any of the grounded pins are
 actually I/O pins -- they might be good candidates,
 particularly if their traces are routed in such a way as to be
 easily accessible for cutting.

 I've learned that one of the ways to get some of the other,
 new Yeasu handhelds to go out-of-band involves dumping data
 out of the clone port, editing the data, and then dumping it
 back in.  I called Yeasu and asked if the FT-470 could be
 cloned.  They said no, so I ignored them.  I haven't figured
 out how to get it to dump data, but I believe it will accept
 data.  The clone mode is entered by powering up the unit with
 the F key held down.  (It's also a neat way to see all of the
 indicators on the LCD!)  The data must be presented in the
 ring ("right channel") of a stereo 2.5 millimeter plug which
 is placed into the mic jack.  This is cryptically marked on
 the schematic, anyway.  However, I have no idea what the
 format for the data should be.  If you come across this, I'd
 love to know.  This may be the trap door to getting the rig to
 receive and transmit in more interesting places.

 Attributed: Ed Boakes (WB3FLD) att!hocpa!ewb

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VHF Transmit mod:

 Effect:  Enables extended VHF transmit (this is exactly the
     same as one of the previously listed mods).

 1) Open the radio such that the two halves open like a sandwich.
 2) Locate the internal lithium battery
 3) Locate several solder pads to the left of the lithium battery.
 4) Just to the top left of the lithium battery is ONE vertical
    solder pad (a.k.a. R69).  It is almost under the top left
    edge of the battery.
 5) solder a jumper accross this pad.

 Result:  Extended VHF transmit

 Bugs:  The automatic repeater shift (- offset below 147,
 + above etc...) goes away with this mod.

 Attributed: [e-mail] (Randall Rhea)
 Also attributed to: Bernie NU1S @ K1UGM

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Subject: Yaesu Telephone Num 4/10
From: [e-mail] (Clint Bradford)
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Subject: Yaesu Telephone Numbers

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Software UHF Receive Expansion:

 Effect:  extend UHF Rx to 500MHz without shrinking Tx range

 How:  Trick 470 into accepting big number in U register.

 Caveat:  This mod acts differently on different radios.

 1) Turn the beep on.  (Some, perhaps all, 470's require that
    the key-press-beep function be on in order to do this.)
 2) Program the frequency of 450.00 MHz simplex.
 3) Set the repeater offset to zero (F/M RPT 0000) but DON'T
    get out of the set mode (don't hit RPT again).
 4) Turn the radio off then back on.
 5) Set a "+" offset (press RPT twice).
 6) Press the REV button one time.
 7) The radio should now display 1450 MHz.(The radio will not
    operate at these frequencies.  My service monitor shows
    that above 500 MHz the rx is very weak.)
 8) Use the shifted down-arrow key to tune this frequency down to
    around 500 MHz (press F/M, press and hold down-arrow).  Yes,
    this takes a while.
 9) Store this in the "U" memory.  (press and hold F/M until
    you hear two beeps, rotate tuning knob until "U" appears in
    upper left, press F/M again).
 10) Reset the repeater offset to 5 MHz.  (F/M RPT 0500 RPT)

 Result:  By selecting the "U" memory and the using the memory
 tune fuction (select "U" memory and then press MR), you can
 tune to the desired frequency and then store it in another
 memory.

 Bugs:  Above 500 MHz, some radios will let you tune up and
 down in frequency, some won't (they jump back to the ham
 band).  Some radios will let you enter a frequency above 500
 MHz on the keyboard while in memory tune mode, some won't.

 Attributed:  Darrell Sego KM9S

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Software Range Extention Tricks:

 Effect:  Force a non-standard frequency into a VFO, store this
 as an upper limit in the "U" or "L" memory.

 Caveat:  For these steps to work properly, I had to have
 "Beep" enabled and *NOT* have the "L" and "U" memories locked
 out.

 Steps for setting the UPPER UHF limit to 500 MHz

 1.  Program the frequency for 430.00 MHz *SIMPLEX*.
 2.  Press F/M, then RPT for the offset.
 3.  Enter the code 0000 into the keypad.
 4.  Shut the transceiver off, then turn it back on.
 5.  Press RPT key twice for a "+" (plus) offset indication.
 6.  Press REV button once.
 7.  The radio should now display 1430.00 MHz.
 8.  Press F/M then hold the down-arrow key to lower the
     displayed frequency.  Stop when 500.00 MHz is displayed.
 9.  Press RPT once to select simplex operation.
 10. Press F/M and hold until you hear two beeps.
 11. Rotate the (DIAL) knob until the channel "U" is displayed.
 12. Press F/M again, you should hear a beep.
 13. Press F/M then RPT then enter 0500 (5 MHz repeater offset)
     then press RPT again.

     - alternative procedure (faster but a little more complicated)

 8.  Press RPT twice to select the "-" repeater offset.
 9.  Press REV twice.  Frequency shown should be 630.00 MHz.
 10. Press F/M then hold the down-arrow key to lower the
     displayed frequency.  Stop at 500.00 MHz.
 11. Press RPT twice to select simplex operation.
 12. Go back to #10 in previous list...

 ----------------------------------------------------------------

 Steps for setting the LOWER UHF limit to 400 MHz.

 1.  Program the frequency for 450.00 MHz *SIMPLEX*.
 2.  Press the F/M, then RPT for the offset.
 3.  Enter the code 0000 into the keypad.
 4.  Shut the transceiver off, then turn it back on.
 5.  Press RPT once (for a "-" (minus) indicated offset).
 6.  Press REV *THREE* times.
 7.  The radio should now display 050.00 MHz.
 8.  Press F/M, then hold the up-arrow key to increase the
     displayed frequency.  Stop at 400 MHz.
 9.  Store this in the "L" memory.  (See above steps...)
 10. Press F/M then RPT then enter 0500 (5 MHz repeater offset)
     then press RPT again.

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From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:14:16 1995
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Subject: Yaesu Telephone Num 5/10
From: [e-mail] (Clint Bradford)
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Subject: Yaesu Telephone Numbers

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     - alternative procedure
     - note:  this short-cut requires you to enter 430.00 MHz
       in step 1.

 5.  Press RPT twice for a "+" (plus) indicated
     repeater offset.
 6.  Press REV once.
 7.  Press RPT twice to select the "-" (minus) repeater offset.
 8.  Press REV once.  You should have 1030.00 MHz displayed.
 9.  Press F/M and hold the down-arrow stopping at 999.00 MHz.
 10. Press REV once.  You should have 399.00 MHz displayed.
 11. Press F/M, then hold the up-arrow) key to increase the
     displayed frequency.  Stop at 400 MHz.
 12. Press RPT twice to select simplex operation.
 13. go back to #9 in previous list

 ----------------------------------------------------------------

 Steps for setting the UPPER VHF limit to 200 MHz.

 1.  Program the frequency for 140.00 MHz *SIMPLEX*.
 2.  Press F/M, then RPT for the offset.
 3.  Enter the code 0000 into the keypad.
 4.  Shut the transceiver off, then turn it back on.
 5.  Press RPT twice (for a "+" (plus) indicated offset).
 6.  Press REV *ONE* time.
 7.  The radio should now display 1140.00 MHz.
 8.  Press F/M, then hold the down-arrow key to decrease the
     displayed frequency.  Stop at 800 MHz.
 9.  Press RPT twice to select the "-" (minus) repeater offset.
 10. Press REV once.  You should have 200.000 MHz displayed.
 11. Press RPT twice to select simplex.
 12. Store this in the "U" memory.  (See above steps...)
 13. Press F/M then RPT then enter 0060 (600 Khz repeater
     offset) then press RPT again.

 ----------------------------------------------------------------

 Steps for setting the LOWER VHF limit to 100 MHz.

 1.  Program the frequency for 140.00 MHz *SIMPLEX*.
 2.  Press the F/M, then RPT for the offset.
 3.  Enter the code 0000 into the keypad.
 4.  Shut the transceiver off, then turn it back on.
 5.  Press RPT twice (for a "+" (plus) indicated offset).
 6.  Press REV *ONE* time.
 7.  The radio should now display 1140.00 MHz.
 8.  Press F/M, then hold the down-arrow key to decrease the
     displayed frequency.  Stop at 1100 MHz.
 9.  Press RPT twice to select the "-" (minus) repeater offset.
 10. Press REV twice.  You should have 100.000 MHz displayed.
 11. Press RPT twice to select simplex.
 12. Store this in the "L" memory.  (See above steps...)
 13. Press F/M then RPT then enter 0060 (600 Khz repeater
     offset) then press RPT again.

 ----------------------------------------------------------------

 Notes:  To use the higher frequencies you have to select the "U"
 channel and press MR.  This puts the handheld in the "MT" (memory
 tune) mode.  From there you can scan down or use the (DIAL) knob to
 go to a lower frequency.  ...Likewise for the lower frequency
 memory.  Any frequency selected using this method can be stored in
 any memory.

 My radio will not let me go up in frequency, only down.  If I try, the
 rig will default back to the original ham band.  I had to be careful
 when doing these mods.

 One trick I found when initially setting up the VFO with the
 expanded upper and lower frequencies is that in steps 5 (and 9) if
 you select "+", pressing REV adds 1000 MHz to the display or
 subtracts 1000 MHz if it has already been added.  If you selected
 the "-" (minus) repeater offset, pressing REV will subtract 400 MHz
 if the displayed frequency is 1000 MHz or higher, or subtract 600
 MHz if the displayed frequency is below 1000 MHz, until any more
 subtractions would run the frequency negative, after which it
 alternatively adds or subtracts 600.  You can mix the up-arrow
 down-arrow method with the "+ -" offset/REV combination to reduce
 the time getting to the desired frequency.  With these tricks, many
 permutations can be found to get where you want to be very quickly.


 I have discovered the code "5555" works as well as "0000" for the
 enabling code.

 Attributed: [e-mail] (Walter Reid Fletcher, WB7CJO)

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Fix One-Way Tune Bug in Expanded Receive:

 Effect: Allow tuning in both directions when software range extend

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From Unknown Fri Dec 08 19:14:18 1995
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Subject: Yaesu Telephone Num 6/10
From: [e-mail] (Clint Bradford)
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Subject: Yaesu Telephone Numbers

(Continued from previous message)

 mods have been performed.

 Due to a loophole in the tuning software, you may tune from the
 current frequency towards the normal operating range (430.00 -
 450.00), but not away.

 Unfortunately, you are still subject to the "tune one way only"
 syndrome.  To bypass it, you must store some frequency in the "L"
 memory.  It doesn't matter what this frequency is, but it has to be
 below the "U" memory and, preferably, below any other frequency you
 want to use.  You may store a very low frequency here too
 (0.00MHz).

 BUT, the software isn't that dumb.  To trick it, both the "L" and
 "U" memories must be filled and active (not set for SKIP), AND you
 must access the out of band frequencies from the MT (memory tune)
 mode, AND you must start from either the "L" or the "U" memory.

 To use MT:
 1) Press MR and select either the L or U memory.
 2) Press MR again, a small MT should appear on the left of the
    display.
 3) You may now tune with the arrow keys, Dial knob, or directly
    enter frequencies with the numeric keypad.

 Attributed: [e-mail] (Pete McAfee)
 [ed.  It looks like Pete may have been the first to discover some
 of these neat tricks... any comments?]

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Out of Band Sensitivity:

 Effect:  This is not a mod.  Just information.

 I measured the sensitivity of my Yaesu FT-470 over frequency
 to see how well it holds up outside of the ham bands.  I
 wanted to see how useful the extended receive info being
 handed out really was.

 The measurement is a relative one.  I was using an HP8657
 Signal Generator, with the internal FM modulation set to 5 KHz
 deviation and a 400 Hz tone.  I input a signal with an
 amplitude of -100 dBm directly into the RF input of the radio.
 I noted the reading on the signal strength meter in the Yaesu.
 On the VHF band the number nine was on steadily, on the UHF
 band the number nine was blinking.  As I changed frequencies I
 adjusted the amplitude of the signal generator to keep the
 signal strength meter on the Yaesu at the same level.  The
 amount I had to crank up the output of the signal generator is
 the reduced sensitivity, here is the data:

 VHF
 freq: relative sensitivity:
 136 -14 dB
 140  -3 dB
 144  +1 dB
 146   0 dB  reference point
 148  -1 dB
 155  -6 dB
 160 -22 dB
 165 -29 dB
 170 -38 dB
 174 -44 dB

 UHF:
 freq: relative sensitivity:
 400 no reading, nothing, -infinity dB
 401 -40 dB
 402 -38 dB
 405 -34 dB
 410 -27 dB
 420  -9 dB
 430  +1 dB
 440   0 dB
 450   0 dB
 460 -17 dB
 470 -26 dB

 Results:  The radio is good outside the ham bands, but the
 sensitivity really starts to suffer.  I hear the local police
 at 460.375 quite well, so -17 dB is still usable, but not as
 good as a scanner would probably be.  VHF down to 100 MHz or
 UHF down to 400 MHz is a fantasy.  As I mentioned in another
 post, if the frequency ranges are extended too far, you start
 picking up signals at the wrong frequencies.  National weather
 service (162.4) received at 119 MHz, coast guard channel 12
 (156.8) received at 200 MHz, 2 meter repeaters received around
 190 MHz and again around 182 MHz.  Its hard to say just what
 the usable ranges are, but something like 136-165 MHz in VHF
 and 410-470 MHz in UHF, and even then its not great at the
 ends of these ranges.

 Attributed: [e-mail] (Frank Ball)

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Subject: Yaesu Telephone Num 7/10
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Subject: Yaesu Telephone Numbers

(Continued from previous message)


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Hyperscan:

 Effect: faster memory scan rate.

 1) Go into Alt mode by pressing [F] 2 (Alt).
 2) Press the Up or Down Arrow to activate the Memory Scan.
 3) When the Scans stops on a VHF frequency on the Left Display (The
           Main Band), Hit [F] VFO.
 4) Press the Up or Down Arrow to activate the HyperScan.
 5) To Stop the Function, Press [F] Alt.

 Result: Faster scan rate.  (Mod is non-permanent)

 Attributed: KB2JFI ???

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Extended RCV side effect #1:

      I have found what I would consider an interesting side
 effect with my FT-470 now that I have performed the UHF
 extended receive modification.  [not sure which UHF mod this
 is, ed.]

      After I had done this mod, I found out that if I was
 scanning (in either Memory Tune mode or band-scan mode(between
 U & L)) the VHF side of the radio in the sub-band, and
 listening to an extended frequency in the UHF main band, the
 scanning would stop and revert back to whatever frequency it
 started from whenever a signal was received on the UHF side.
 (I don't know what frequency it reverts back to if you are
 scanning a VFO, but I do know that a similar thing happens).

 Attributed: [e-mail] (David N Smernoff)

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1750Hz tone burst:

      FT470's in the UK come with the 1750 Hz tone burst option
 built in.  It is on a tiny sub card that is wedged in down the
 bottom at one side.  I bought one from the UK distributors and
 figured out how to connect it when I got back to the US.  As
 far as I can tell my mod is the same as would be done if it
 was officially installed although the service manual doesn't
 show where to connect it.  It has just 3 wires, power, ground
 and audio out. It is activated by applying power using the
 small button above the PTT so you can press both at once to
 call and then slide your thumb down to release the tone
 button.

      The board consists of a 2*color burst freq xtal and a
 74HC4060 CMOS oscillator divider giving 7.16MHz divided by
 4096 = 1748 Hz.  The chip is surface mounted so they can get
 the whole thing down to less than 0.5" square.

 Attributed: [e-mail] (Mike Gingell)

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Battery latch R&R:

      To replace the battery latch simply remove the battery
 pack.  Looking at the bottom of the transceiver you will see
 the battery retainer plate.  Remove the 4 screws from each
 connor and lift the plate out.  The battery latch will come
 with it.  Part of the retainer plate is used as a spring for
 the latch.  Stick the new catch on the end of the spring and
 reinstall in reverse order.

      I have broken mine twice so far.  The rest of the radio
 seems to be pretty rugged and I have given mine a lot of
 punishment so far and it seems to have taken it well.

 Atrributed: [e-mail] (Roger Mitchell)

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Extended RCV side effect #1:

      After doing the software receive mod, the radio will pick
 up 2m frequencies when the display is in the 180-190MHz range.

      Also, the ARS (Automatic Repeater Shift) will turn on
 once in a while when scanning from 100 MHz to 200 MHz.

 Attributed:  [e-mail] (Mikko Noromaa)

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TNC wiring:

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Subject: Yaesu Telephone Num 8/10
From: [e-mail] (Clint Bradford)
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Subject: Yaesu Telephone Numbers

(Continued from previous message)


 The FT470 is wired like an Icom.  You connect the audio from
 the TNC to the tip of the mike plug through a capacitor and
 connect the PTT to the tip with a resistor.  The Icoms and
 Yaesus use a "leaky ground" to generate PTT.  The problem with
 this approach is there is a tradeoff between rapid PTT and
 audio level and response.  Typical values are .1 ufd and 2.2 k
 ohms.  The RC time constant limits TR turnaround.

 A better scheme is to use a tiny audio transformer sideways
 like so,


 TNC PTT----------))))))))))))-------------> radio tip (audio)
                  ============
 TNC AF OUT-------))))))))))))----X--------> radio sleeve (gnd)
                                  |
 TNC GND--------------------------|

 You can rip a suitable transformer out of an old transistor
 radio or buy one from Radio Shack.

 You should carefully set the audio level so you wind up with a
 3 khz deviation for your tones.  Don't exceed that level or
 many units will have trouble decoding your packets.  Make sure
 you have the power saver on the 470 turned off when you run
 packet or you'll miss the first part of every packet.  This
 can drive you nuts because everything seems to be working but
 nothing prints.

 One last note:  put some distance between the antenna and the
 radio and use shielded cables on your TNC.  Otherwise the RFI
 and RF feedback will ruin your packet operation.

 Attributed:  [e-mail] (Gary Coffman, KE4ZV)

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DC power:

 The 2 meter only model does have a power jack under the rubber
 plug, but the 470 doesn't.  There's a place on the board for
 one, but Yaesu recomends that you use a PA-6 module instead.
 This is a module that mounts in place of the battery and
 contains regulators for running the radio and charging a
 battery connected to the bottom of the PA-6.  This is a really
 nice accessory and well worth the price.

 Attributed:  [e-mail] (Gary Coffman, KE4ZV)

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Power Consumption:

 Here are some measurements on the Yaesu FT470.  Measurements
 made with regulated 7.2 volt supply.  Power output measured
 with Bird and appropriate slugs.

 2 Meter Transmit

  LOW POWER-  RF OUTPUT: 1 WATT   DRAIN: 400 ma
  HI  POWER-  RF OUTPUT: 3 WATTS  DRAIN: 700 ma

 70cm Transmit

  LOW POWER-  RF OUTPUT: 1 WATT     DRAIN: 550 ma
  HI  POWER-  RF OUTPUT: 2.4 WATTS  DRAIN: 800 ma

 Receive

  As used below, "standby" means squelch closed, no
  signal received.

  Note:  "PRIORITY" disables "APO", but not "SAVE"
  Note:  Scanning disables both "SAVE" and "APO"
  Note:  Open squelch disables "SAVE"

  SCAN or STANDBY, one band:   53 ma
  SCAN or STANDBY, two bands:  90 ma
  STANDBY, "SAVE", one band:   10 ma (53 ma active)
  STANDBY, "SAVE", two bands:  10 ma (90 ma active)
  "APO" does not change above.

 Audio:  50 - 150 ma

 WARNING:  The FT470 shuts down and display goes blank when
 supply voltage drops to about 4.8 volts.  BUT DRAIN CONTINUES
 AT ABOUT 10 ma.  So, there is a danger of over-discharging
 nicads.  Shut your equipment off to prevent this.

 Attributed:  WA2NQL

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Subject: Yaesu Telephone Num 9/10
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Subject: Yaesu Telephone Numbers

(Continued from previous message)

Intermod Cure:

 I sent my Yaesu 470 in to Yaesu U.S.A. almost a month ago for
 them to perform the modification to cure the intermod problem
 and got it back yesterday.  They did cure the problem.  There
 is no intermod at all on one repeater that I was previously
 getting killed on.  There is also a noticeable improvement in
 the sensitivity out of band on the weather frequencies.
 Though my radio is almost 2 years old they did the work free
 of charge.  I tried to have them send me the parts to do it
 myself but I couldn't talk them into it.

 Attributed:  [e-mail] (Roger Mitchell)

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Intermod Cure -- Affected Lot numbers:

 There is a free factory upgrade for the FT-470 that applies to
 models from certain lot numbers.  I believe lot #19 and lower
 have terrible intermod problems.  Mods are made (supposedly)
 to IF stages etc... and sensitivity as well as selectivity are
 increased after the mod.  There may be other lots that have
 problems as well (I know lot #30 has quite a number of
 problems ie. batt saver not functioning correctly, low output
 power, mushy squelch etc...).  The lot number is usually the
 first two digits of the serial.

 Attributed: Craig Lemon VE3XCL

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More About Intermod:

 The u2AT uses a varactor tuned front end filter to reduce
 intermod.  It is able to knock out a lot of out of band
 signals while still maintaining a wideband receive capability.
 The tune voltage for the varactors is developed from the VCO
 tune line.

 There is a difference between intermod and spurious.
 Intermods are developed when two out of channel signals mix to
 produce an in channel response.  Third order intermod occurs
 when the second harmonic of one of these signals mixes with
 the other to produce an in channel response.  For example say
 there are two repeaters on 146.88 and 146.82.  These two
 frequencies will develop 3rd order products at 146.76 and
 146.94.  Tuning the receiver to either of these frequencies
 you would hear both conversations at the same time (assuming
 their signal levels were high enough to cause the intermod).

 A spurious response results when a single input signal, at a
 frequency other than the desired receive frequency, mixes with
 the first LO to produce an output at the first IF.  For
 instance suppose that I am tuned to 145.21 MHz and my first IF
 is at 21.7 MHz (as is the case in the 470).  My first LO is
 21.7 MHz above 145.21 MHz or at 166.91 MHz.  A signal at
 156.06 MHz will generate a spurious response at 21.7 MHz since
 2*166.91-2*156.06=21.7 .  Thus the second harmonic of the LO
 mixing with the second harmonic of the spur frequency ends up
 in the IF.  Just how susceptable the receiver is to this spur
 product depends upon the design of the first mixer and the
 gain and linearity of the preamplifer, as well as the ability
 of the input filter to reject 156.06 MHz.  Since the VHF front
 end is fairly broad, the filter will do little good.

 I suspect the IF frequency change in the 470 occured as a
 result of spurious problems, since the IF frequency should not
 affect the intermod dynamic range.  In fact, another ham in
 the area brought his 470 over and we checked it for its
 intermod performance and it was identical to mine, however his
 had the original 17.3 MHz VHF IF.  Thus I guess my performance
 is typical.  From email I have received since my original
 posting, it appears that this type of performance is typical
 for dual band radios made by all of the major manufacturers.

 Attributed: Jim Summers, KD7F

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Finding the IF:

 The Yaesu intermod fix changes both the first IF and second LO
 frequencies.  The following changes are made:

    original modified
 RF Unit - XF2001 17N15AU  21R15AU
         - XF2002 45N15A1  47M15AU
         - L2007  4.7uH  3.3uH
         - L2008  4.7uH  3.3uH
 IF Unit - X3001  16.845MHz 21.245MHz
         - X3002  44.615MHz 47.265MHz
 IF Frequency  17.3MHz  21.7MHz
 Second LO  16.845MHz 21.245MHz

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From: [e-mail] (Nick Zoda)
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Subject: Yaesu Telephone Numbers
Date: 1 Dec 1995 21:38:22 GMT
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I own a Yaesu FT-470 and read some old postings that there were a number of
Intermod fixes that the factory used to provide for free.  Does anyone know
if they would still provide this service?  I would call and ask them
myself, but I do not know the number of Yaesu USA.  Anyone have them handy?

                        Thanks in Advance
                        - Nick
                          WB2EYB



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Nick Zoda wrote:
>
> I own a Yaesu FT-470 and read some old postings that there were a number of
> Intermod fixes that the factory used to provide for free.  Does anyone know
> if they would still provide this service?  I would call and ask them
> myself, but I do not know the number of Yaesu USA.  Anyone have them handy?
>
>                         Thanks in Advance
>                         - Nick
>                           WB2EYB


The number is TEL: [phone] and FAX [phone]

Your welcome
WE8M


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From: [e-mail] (Jack)
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I would be interested in any user reports on this new HT.


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From: [e-mail] (G OTTRIA)
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Can this radio be modified?  And what is the ranges?
                   Thanks


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From: "Robert A. Kile" <[e-mail]>
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Subject: (no subject)
Date: 10 Dec 1995 21:16:31 GMT
Organization: accessnv.com
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This user group continues to have a somewhat narrow minded approach to current and more recent equipment. Here are some points to po=
nder. Most of the equipment manufactured in the last ten years was and is very well engineered. The problem really being the manufac=
turing processes and technology available at the time. To maintain a competively priced piece of equipment that is multi-featured an=
d high performance takes considerable talent and judgement.
        With the advent and implemenation of computer controlled drilling machines that could mass produce PCB's in Glass or Epoxy f=
ollowed by surface mount technology  using the same materials has greatly increased the reliability of todays amateur radio equipmen=
t, while controlling cost. I don't know of a single manufacturer that isn't glad to see the demise of phenolic double-sided PCB cont=
ruction. All have had their fair share of problems. Only a few of todays products have phenolic boards. They will continue to cause =
problems because of their thermal characteristics of expansion and  chemical property changes with time and temperature. However, th=
ey will all be gone....soon.
        I might also point out that our own environmental laws have made it so difficult and costly that made in USA products virtua=
lly are non existant. Only their names remain, while off shore manufacturing in many cases trash their environments. A true parody e=
xists.It is driven by only one factor...cost.
        Having worked in the Amateur Radio industry for 20 years selling and servicing equipment only one thing is certain. We call =
it change. The playing field of manufacturing processes is now nearly equal. The only difference that one of the big three uses a li=
ttle more in house, not so techie stuff. This probably to hide more of their designs from outside eyes in a very competetive market.=

        In the new equipment commentary and critique, it seems that the only interest is dc-light coverage. With this comes median p=
erformance. The current "in vogue" radio has not been criticized for it's sloppy CPU mask and features stated that just plain don't =
work. The radio which was suposed to be in "beta" test for 6 months "passed with flying colors", by those who used it and either ign=
ored the problems or were ignored at the other end in production. We end up with flawed sophisticated radios in a not so sophisticat=
ed and appreciating market.
        It is unfortunate that dealers under very competitive pressure have to take the brunt of it all. Yes consumers there are maj=
or costs involved. Large high volume dealers with 1-800 numbers spend a very significant amount of money, fending off questions rela=
ting to either illegal radio modifications or those that quite possibly should have been there in the first place. The bottom line i=
s many thousands of todays hams are pounding away in equipment insides which they have no skills or talents causing service nightmar=
es. The result is that many of them are being returned nation wide with damage done by end user, yet claiming defect out the box!
        Clearly I have seen several products hammered in this forum that were technically sound and or superior in nature. These wer=
e passed off with comments such as, "I took mine back and got a so and so." Or, in one case someone said "make them eat it!" In case=
s of  clear recent memory without going into the "whom and what", because of obvious liabilities from society. All of the informatio=
n needed was immediately at hand if the pages of the manual were viewed.
        Todays wizard and computer guru Mr. Bill Gates is mostly credited with the implementation of "Plug and Play." This concept h=
as been around in radio for well over thiry years. Let's say that "Johnson Messanger One" was the first full implementation. It was =
a real work horse and had 5 channels and five Watts!





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From: Peter Shintani <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: (no subject)
Date: 11 Dec 1995 10:33:15 GMT
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Hi
        I just bought a Yaesu FT-690 mkIi, and was wondering if the receive
range could be widened.
Peter




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From: [e-mail] (Michael McAmis)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: * Windows Logging/Packet Freeware
Date: 10 Dec 1995 23:21:25 GMT
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Disappointed with your commercial/shareware logging or
packet software for Windows?  Try XMLog, freeware that's
available on the Internet.  XMLog provides a flexible set
of coordinated logging and packet features.

If you're using a Web browser, start at BARC's home page
(http://www.acs.oakland.edu/barc.html), pick "barc archives",
then "PC stuff" (even though it says MS-DOS only).  Select
the "logging" directory and fetch xmlog123.zip

For ftp users, sign on to oak.oakland.edu with the userid
of anonymous and a password of guest.  Move to the
pub3/hamradio/pc/logging directory and get xmlog123.zip

The oak archives can be very busy at times, don't give up
if you can't sign on right away.  Let me know if you:
  -  want more info
  -  can't fetch the file
  -  want a diskette instead

Have fun...

Mike/WA3ECT
[e-mail]  (internet)
WA3ECT @ W1ET.NH           (packet)



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From: [e-mail] (David Greene)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: 6146B replacements
Date: 11 Dec 95 17:52:01 GMT
Organization: Heurikon Corporation
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Keywords: 6146B replacements
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Hello,

I've got an old Kenwood that I want to purchase a couple of sets of replace finals for.  I don't know anything about tube replacements.  A gentleman
told me about a place selling ruggedized 6146W tubes for about $18 a piece.
My Kenwood has 6146B tubes in it for finals.  Are the 6146W tubes a good
replacement for the 6146B tubes?

Are they "electrically" equivalent?

I figure if I'm going to get some spares, I might as well get the
toughest/best availible, and I assume the ruggedized W's at that price
new would be the best way to go.

Thanks,
Dave

[e-mail]



--

Dave Greene          Heurikon Corp.       [phone]


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From: "George J. Molnar" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: 6146B replacements
Date: Tue, 12 Dec 1995 07:56:26 -0700
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To: David Greene <[e-mail]>

David Greene wrote:
> My Kenwood has 6146B tubes in it for finals.  Are the 6146W tubes a good
> replacement for the 6146B tubes?
>
> Are they "electrically" equivalent?
> Yes and yes. The 6146W will do just fine for you. FYI, the 6146B's in
there are replacements for the original S-2001A's, the Japanese version
of a 6146.

Happy radiating....


--
George J. Molnar
Highlands Ranch, Colorado
Packet: KF2T@N0QCU.#NECO.CO.USA.NOAM
http://www.interealm.com/p/gmolnar/index.html


From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:43:30 1995
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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: 6146B replacements
Date: Tue, 12 Dec 95 04:47:13 GMT
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   [e-mail] (David Greene) wrote:

>My Kenwood has 6146B tubes in it for finals.  Are the 6146W tubes a
>good replacement for the 6146B tubes?
>
>Are they "electrically" equivalent?

No, they cost more and have a lower plate dissipation rating.  The "W"
is a ruggedized version of the 6146A that became available before the
6146B was introduced.  They were factory-installed in Collins
equipment and are often purchased as replacements for that use.

73,
Jack  WB3U


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From: [e-mail] (R390A)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: 6146B replacements
Date: 12 Dec 1995 22:41:37 -0500
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I wish that someone would come up with a replacement for the Drake
tubes...the ever popular 6JB6.....happy holidays,  Bill


From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:43:32 1995
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From: "Robert A. Kile" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: A Look at The Market Place
Date: 10 Dec 1995 21:19:45 GMT
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This user group continues to have a somewhat narrow minded approach to current and more recent equipment. Here are some points to po=
nder. Most of the equipment manufactured in the last ten years was and is very well engineered. The problem really being the manufac=
turing processes and technology available at the time. To maintain a competively priced piece of equipment that is multi-featured an=
d high performance takes considerable talent and judgement.
        With the advent and implemenation of computer controlled drilling machines that could mass produce PCB's in Glass or Epoxy f=
ollowed by surface mount technology  using the same materials has greatly increased the reliability of todays amateur radio equipmen=
t, while controlling cost. I don't know of a single manufacturer that isn't glad to see the demise of phenolic double-sided PCB cont=
ruction. All have had their fair share of problems. Only a few of todays products have phenolic boards. They will continue to cause =
problems because of their thermal characteristics of expansion and  chemical property changes with time and temperature. However, th=
ey will all be gone....soon.
        I might also point out that our own environmental laws have made it so difficult and costly that made in USA products virtua=
lly are non existant. Only their names remain, while off shore manufacturing in many cases trash their environments. A true parody e=
xists.It is driven by only one factor...cost.
        Having worked in the Amateur Radio industry for 20 years selling and servicing equipment only one thing is certain. We call =
it change. The playing field of manufacturing processes is now nearly equal. The only difference that one of the big three uses a li=
ttle more in house, not so techie stuff. This probably to hide more of their designs from outside eyes in a very competetive market.=

        In the new equipment commentary and critique, it seems that the only interest is dc-light coverage. With this comes median p=
erformance. The current "in vogue" radio has not been criticized for it's sloppy CPU mask and features stated that just plain don't =
work. The radio which was suposed to be in "beta" test for 6 months "passed with flying colors", by those who used it and either ign=
ored the problems or were ignored at the other end in production. We end up with flawed sophisticated radios in a not so sophisticat=
ed and appreciating market.
        It is unfortunate that dealers under very competitive pressure have to take the brunt of it all. Yes consumers there are maj=
or costs involved. Large high volume dealers with 1-800 numbers spend a very significant amount of money, fending off questions rela=
ting to either illegal radio modifications or those that quite possibly should have been there in the first place. The bottom line i=
s many thousands of todays hams are pounding away in equipment insides which they have no skills or talents causing service nightmar=
es. The result is that many of them are being returned nation wide with damage done by end user, yet claiming defect out the box!
        Clearly I have seen several products hammered in this forum that were technically sound and or superior in nature. These wer=
e passed off with comments such as, "I took mine back and got a so and so." Or, in one case someone said "make them eat it!" In case=
s of  clear recent memory without going into the "whom and what", because of obvious liabilities from society. All of the informatio=
n needed was immediately at hand if the pages of the manual were viewed.
        Todays wizard and computer guru Mr. Bill Gates is mostly credited with the implementation of "Plug and Play." This concept h=
as been around in radio for well over thiry years. Let's say that "Johnson Messanger One" was the first full implementation. It was =
a real work horse and had 5 channels and five Watts!





From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:43:33 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Stephan Rashkin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: A Look at The Market Place
Date: Tue, 12 Dec 1995 01:01:52 GMT
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"Robert A. Kile" <[e-mail]> wrote:

>This user group continues to have a somewhat narrow minded approach to current and more recent equipment. Here are some points to po=
>nder. Most of the equipment manufactured in the last ten years was and is very well engineered. The problem really being the manufac=
>turing processes and technology available at the time. To maintain a competively priced piece of equipment that is multi-featured an=


Hey Bob,

Interesting reading, but could you CR/return at 70 columns...

Thanks,
Steve, WA2NHZ




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From: compix <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.digital.misc
Subject: A.A.A. SEARCHING IF10-C FOR KENWOOD A.A.A
Date: 10 Dec 1995 17:21:15 GMT
Organization: Compix Sistemi
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Hallo all.
I'm searching for a used IF10-C for KENWOOD !
It is the serial interface in order to communicate with the transceiver by
the computer serial port.

Please reply to
[e-mail]

TNX for reading.




From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:43:35 1995
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From: Chris Boone <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: ACC Controller Help
Date: 12 Dec 1995 15:55:01 GMT
Organization: ENTERGY/Gulf States Utilities
Lines: 14
Message-ID: <4ak8kl$qq6$[e-mail]>
References: <4acsht$[e-mail]>

Did you check the Control RX COS/PL as I suggested on COmpuserve?


That would be my guess....the dip switch for the COS sense could
be flaky or it got programmed wrong ....(dont recall if the 85/96
used programming or dipswitch sensing on the COS logic)

73
Chris

--
Senior Telecommunications Technician    [e-mail]
ENTERGY/Gulf States Utilities           1:106/4267 FIDOnet
WB5ITT                                  PG-9-5322 FCC Commercial


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From: [e-mail] (Jeffrey Otterson)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: ACC Controller Help
Date: 13 Dec 1995 07:53:19 -0500
Organization: Southern College of Technology, Atlanta
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>One of our club's controllers is acting up. It will not accept any dtmf
>commands either over the air or the phone line. Ont the air, it just
>passes the tones. We've tried a manual reset and a cold reboot. Anyone
>know how to resolve this?
>
>TNX
>
>Barry-KT4DQ

I cannot tell you how much this frosts me.  If your group cannot troubleshoot
the controller not responding to DTMF, then turn the repeater off and burn
your licenses.  How did you ever get that extra class license anyway?

Take out the schematics, get out your oscilloscope, and make sure that audio
is getting to the dtmf receiver chip.  ACC has used SSI-202 (Silicon Systems)
and M-8870 (Mitel or Teltone).  When a tone is received, the DV lead on the
SSI 202 or the STD lead on the M-8870 should assert.  If it does, then the
problem is likely in the logic between the DTMF receiver and the CPU.  If
it does not assert, then the problem is in the DTMF receiver circuitry.
Make sure that the 3.58 MHz oscillator (crystal attached to the dtmf chip)
is running, and on frequency.

n1kdo/4



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From: [e-mail](Samuel R. DiSalvo )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: ADI AT-200 info
Date: 9 Dec 1995 23:37:26 GMT
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My friend's wife recently purchased him an ADI AT-200 HT for Christmas.
We were looking through the manual and noticed that in the
specifications it stated that its transmit range is 144.000 to 145.995
MHz. That's only half of the 2 meter band.

Does anyone know anything about this particular HT and if this is its
true operating range. He really wants to open it and try it for hinself
but she won't let him open it untill Christmas - BUMMER!

Any info would be greatly appreciated.

Sam - KC8BQP  Medina, Ohio



From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:43:38 1995
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From: William Kresl <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: ADI AT-200 info
Date: 10 Dec 1995 19:41:23 GMT
Organization: Concentric Internet Services
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To: [e-mail]

Hi Sam, and I have no conclusive evidence that
this rig only covers half of the 2m band BUT I
just recently talked to a chap who was borrowing
one on the local repeater @146.865 (-) and
other then he was 5khz off frequency (he didn't
know how to change the default 10khz step to
5khz) it sounded OK (w/ducky and battery). Looks
like an interesting/affordable HT (unlike the
other mfg's trend to more expensive stuff).
Ceerio..............
Bill-WB9BBC @KD9JK.WI.USA.NOAM




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From: White Heat <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: ADMS-Software and programming FT-41 ?
Date: 10 Dec 1995 22:44:27 GMT
Organization: CompuServe, Inc. (1-800-689-0736)
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Hi, well i have a Yaesu FT-51RH (5 watt) and the datecode on my
ADMS-1 disk is that of 7-95 if you would like me to send you a
copy i would be happy to!
                        -=White Heat▓=-


From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:43:40 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Richard Lubash)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Appropriate Post?? Help Wanted
Date: 13 Dec 1995 11:31:17 GMT
Organization: MonadNet
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Xdisclaimer: No attempt was made to authenticate the sender's name.

As the technical editor of 73 Magazine I will from time to time be
looking for help with articles, technical drawings and product reviews.
Since these will be payed by the job positions I was wondering if it
would be proper netiquite to post these notices here?

Richard Lubash
Technical Editor
73 Amateur Radio Today
[e-mail]


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From: "Edwin J. Bailen (& sometimes Irene Beattie)" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: AUSTIN AMATEUR RADIO SUPPLY
Date: Fri, 8 Dec 1995 19:02:57 -0600
Organization: Adhesive Media, Inc.
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When my wife went in to buy me a surprise IC-2340 last year, the people
behind the counter were very concerned that she wasn't involving me in
the purchase decision.  They didn't want to have to take the radio back.

Her reply was that if I didn't want it, it would fit quite nicely in her car!

Other than the radio, the only other major money we have spent there was
for a tower.  We use AES for most things.


   Ed Bailen -- N5KZW  /  Irene Beattie -- KA5DYF
          His religion?  Geek Orthodox!



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From: Kory Hamzeh <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.amateur.club.clarc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.swap
Subject: Re: Austin Amateur Radio Suppy
Date: Mon, 11 Dec 1995 18:48:09 -0800
Organization: Avatar Consultants, Inc.
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On Mon, 4 Dec 1995, Jim Weir wrote:

>
> I can't argue with the article on AARS because I've never BEEN to
> Austin, much less shopped there.
>
> However, AES down in Las Vegas has a person on staff named Squeak who
> for my money is the sharpest, easiest to get along with ham radio
> sales person I've ever had the pleasure of dealing with.  If you have
> a question that Squeak can't answer, you've got yourself one hell of a
> question.
>
> Jim

I second that. I've bought a lot of stuff from the Las Vegas AES and
they`ve been very helpful and curtious.

Kory
KE6VWO



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KO> > However, AES down in Las Vegas has a person on staff named Squeak who
KO> > for my money is the sharpest, easiest to get along with ham radio
KO> > sales person I've ever had the pleasure of dealing with.  If you have
KO> > a question that Squeak can't answer, you've got yourself one hell of a
KO> > question.
KO> > Jim
KO> I second that. I've bought a lot of stuff from the Las Vegas AES and
KO> they`ve been very helpful and curtious.
KO> Kory
KO> KE6VWO

I agree about Squeak.  He came recommended from a trusted friend, and
I have been entirely satisfied in my dealings with him - which have
usually been done in person at their store.

     Regards, TOM BLACKWELL, N5GAR, PO Box 25403, Dallas, Texas 75225
              [e-mail]                SGL-North Texas
                      The NTPCUG's TI PRO BBS lives at [phone]

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From: [e-mail] (David Gillahan)
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Subject: Azden PCS-4000 mod ???
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Howdy!  I am trying to figure out if there is a modification, way
of programming, etc to make the US version of the Azden PCS-4000 radio
step in 12.5 kHz intervals, it would be much appreciated.....thanks & 73.
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Subject: Re: Beware Kenwood radios
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Sounds like another good reason not to buy a kenwood to me.
JB.



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From: [e-mail] (Michael White)
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Scott Rosenfeld NF3I wrote:

> It's been recommended to me on numerous occasions that I drop
> the pack in the freezer for a short time before trying to crack
> the glue.  Apparently the glue can lose some of its elasticity
> when it gets down to freezer temeratures.

The packs I've opened weren't glued, they were sonic welded. I use a
x-acto knife, and repeatedly cut along the seam. It will eventually cut
through pretty cleanly. I've had considerable success at replacing cells
and then glueing the case back together with super-glue or fast setting
epoxy. Good luck.

--
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does anyone know how to pilote a C5608 with DTMF ?


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Subject: Choosing 2 meter mobile unit?
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Anyone have any suggestions on which 2 meter mobile unit to purchase?
Please respond to e-mail.  Thanks.
[e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Jay Ward)
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Subject: Clegg 99er
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Looking for info (schematic would be great) on the Clegg 99er 6meter
rig.  I picked one up minus power supply or connectors for P/S.

Any help greatly appreciated.  Also have Gonsett Communicator III
in same deal, willing to talk trades.

Jay KE4ZOG
305-570-7133



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In article <4ahq88$[e-mail]>, Jay Ward <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Looking for info (schematic would be great) on the Clegg 99er 6meter
>rig.  I picked one up minus power supply or connectors for P/S.
>
>Any help greatly appreciated.  Also have Gonsett Communicator III
>in same deal, willing to talk trades.
>
>Jay KE4ZOG
>305-570-7133
>

Jay,

  The '99er has a built in A.C. power supply.  You simply need the right power
cord for it.  Some pins need to be jumpered in the connector that goes to the
radio.  I'm not sure whether or not the 12V DC supply is built in or an add-on
but if you see a vibrator inside, then it's in there!  Hopefully someone who
has one of these wonderful W.A.N. (worked all neighbors) radios can help with
the wiring.  :)

  73's

  Gary,  WA2BAU



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From: [e-mail] (Mike Morris)
Subject: Re: Computer noise..... HELP!!!!
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Maybe these postings should be collected in a computer noise FAQ?

In article <[e-mail]>,
[e-mail] (Muenzler, Kevin) wrote:
[
[My only suggestion is to put the antenna(s) as far from your
[computer/shack as possible.  That is the only way I was able
[to cure my computer noise problem.  Also, make sure that your
[rig is grounded well.  Be sure that your cables (video, printer...)
[are of the shielded variety.

Unfortunately long feedlines cost power and received signal strength,
esp. at UHF.....

First, try and isolate the noisy box. I found the most noise in my
situation was coming from the monitor, second most from the keyboard.
I discovered this by turning the monitor off with the system running,
and simultaneously listening to the RX. Also, unplugging the monitor
video connector from the computer while it was running is a good test.

My monitor was quiet when it was on, and the computer off - don't laugh,
todays microprocessor controlled monitors (like the NEC 4FG) can make
RF noise by themselves.

I made a noise sniffer by taking a piece of RG58, stripping back the
shield 3" and putting a piece of heat-shrink over the exposed area.
I used this for an antenna, and used the RF gain control to help me
zero in on the noisy areas in the equipment.

My printer didn't add any noise by itself- I was lucky. A friend
discovered his printer threw birdies all across 20m and 15m. By
accident he discovered that an identical printer was quiet (his
brother broke a tractor, and they swapped printers while he fixed
it - the swap became permanent after the discovery. It helped
that brother wasn't a ham). Unplug cards individually - you may find
that your sound card is the bulk of your noise, or maybe one brand
of video card. One off-brand no-name 3.5" floppy drive trashed 2m SSB
for one friend - changing to a different band solved that problem.
Strip your sysem down to a motherboard and power supply then turn it
off and on. Check for noise. Add the video card. Check for noise.
Add the monitor, with the monitor power off, check for noise. Turn
the monitor on, check for noise with the computer off and on.
Add the disk controller card. Check for noise. Add the floppy drive,
sheck for noise. Add the hard disk. Check for noise. Add the keyboard,
checlk for noise... get the idea?


I took the back cover off the monitor and poked around to find the noise
generator. To make a long story short, I found that 90% of the noise
was coming from wire that fed the video signal from the circuit board
to the control grid of the picture tube. I replaced it with a piece
of RG-174 coax, with the shield grounded on both ends. Spraying the
inside of the monitor case with conductive paint ("Aquadag" is one
name for it) helps, as long as you can figure out a way to make sure
it gets grounded when you put the cover on. Putting copper screen
over the vent grilles may help - I got some at the local model railroad
shop - I have no idea what they use it for...
The rest of the monitor noise was cured by stripping some braid off
some old RG-8 and fitting it over the video cable from the monitor
to the computer. It took two layers, as the shield isn't 100%.
Ground both ends. My other monitor has a shielded cable already-
so check yours, this step may be a waste of time. On the other hand,
the other monitor had a non-metallic shell on the plug, and the
briad wasn't grounded on the computer end. Changing the shell out
was needed on that monitor.

The keyboard noise was more troublesome, as the sniffer revealed that
much of it was coming from the hole in the case top that the keys fit
through. Using a scope I discovered that the scan signals were very
sharp square waves. A few very small capacitors from the junk box
(in the 10-20pf region) across the address and data lines of the
microprocessor in the keyboard knocked down most of it. I normally
don't recommend trying this, as the processor can be easily screwed
up by capacitance, but I paid $28 for the keyboard new, and figured
that if I destroyed it I'd only be out $28 for a new one. On this
keyboard adding braid over the cable didn't help - and it made no
difference if one end or both were grounded (I cut away a 1/4"x1/4"
of the molded rubber and soldered the shield to the plug shell to
ground that end). Rounding off the square wave edges with the
capacitors did more good.

Covering up the empty slots on the back of the case helped a LOT.
Adding braid over the printer cable helped get rid of noise that shows
up while printing- ground on both ends. Note that some DB connector
shells are non-metallic plastic, others are plated plastic, others
are real metal. Buy the real metal ones if buying new cables. Inmac
has excellent shielded cables - but they are pricey.

Beware of external tape drives, hard disks, CD-ROMS, etc. Many of them
have high speed data cables connecting them to the computer. If you
are going to buy these, buy internal versions of them. Even if you
end up buying a new mini-tower or full tower case and rebuilding
your computer from a desktop case. If you are building a new
computer for the shack, get a case with twice as many drive holes
as you think you will need. I've had the same tower case on 4 different
motherbaords and 6 different drive configurations since 1990 (hint:
cases don't wear out - buy a good one).  Sometimes some creative
purchasing can sidestep that problem: a friend had two 5.25" hard
drives and wanted to add a CD and a tape backup - and was going to have
to get external versions of them. He ended up purchasing a 3.5" hard
drive to free up two 5.25" drive bays, and mounting the new drive
"creatively" on a home-made bracket made by bending up a metal
shingle. Newer cases have blind drive bays for hard drives, his didn't.

Sometimes it isn't the computer that makes the noise. One problem
system was making noise when the user was running traffic on 20m cw
(full break-in), but was quiet during receive. Testing it on my bench
revealed it wasn't the computer. Taking my coax sniffer over to the
victim's house revealed it was the bells-and-whistles digital
telephone (the kind with autodial memories, etc.) that had problems
with RF. Adding a few toroids to the handset cord jack and to the
phone line jack made the phone happy. Or we could have swapped it
for an old AT&T / Western Electric phone. Note that the phone was
working fine, and exhibited no squirrely tell-tales while it was
radiating...

Sorry about the length of this posting...  just thought I could help.

de WA6ILQ


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[e-mail] (Mike Morris) wrote:


>it gets grounded when you put the cover on. Putting copper screen
>over the vent grilles may help - I got some at the local model railroad
>shop - I have no idea what they use it for...

>de WA6ILQ


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Usually used for making scenery, mountains etc...cover screen with
plaster of paris, wall compound etc...then paint etc..
I love model railroads..

Steve, WA2NHZ




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From: [e-mail] (Gary53223)
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Subject: Dealers
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What ham dealers do you recommend and why?
Gary53223


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From: [e-mail] (Charles A. Sherwood)
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Subject: Do I Need a DSP?
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Summary: Will DSP help TNC CW?
Keywords: CW DSP

Hi folks.
I just discovered a new operating mode (for me). Keyboard CW using my
KAM+ TNC. The only problem is I have to use my 1.8KC IF filter.
If I use my 500Hz IF filter, the noise generated by it creates lots of garbage
output from the TNC. The 1.8 filter really lacks when there is a strong
station close by and the AGC kicks in. Station is a ten tec paragon
and kam+ TNC.

1) Will a DSP remove or help remove the noise from the narrow filters.

2) And now the six million dollar questions (Hope I dont start a war).
Whats a good DSP and what should be avoided (RS I know).

Thanks a lot.
chuck sherwood N9QZT
[e-mail]

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Chuck Sherwood
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From: [e-mail] (Clark Savage Turner)
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Subject: Re: Do I Need a DSP?
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In <sherwood.818647256@oribi> [e-mail] (Charles A. Sherwood) writes:

>Hi folks.
>I just discovered a new operating mode (for me). Keyboard CW using my
>KAM+ TNC. The only problem is I have to use my 1.8KC IF filter.
>If I use my 500Hz IF filter, the noise generated by it creates lots of garbage
>output from the TNC. The 1.8 filter really lacks when there is a strong
>station close by and the AGC kicks in. Station is a ten tec paragon
>and kam+ TNC.

Wow.  Not the problem I would expect to hear.  What is the nature of
the noise "generated" by the filter?  Any 500 cycle filter I have ever
heard reduced the noise from the receiver.  I don't understand, but maybe
the Kam has trouble in a way I do not fathom.

Have you tuned the rig properly with the 500 cycle filter?  That would
be my honest suggestion as to the real problem....unles your Paragon
is actually generating noise from filter switching (could be, I guess),
but that would be a failure of some component, and is not normal.

Good luck.

Clark
WA3JPG


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I have an excellent like new meter for sale at $25.00 plus
shipping to your door. Has 6 Plugs for your tuning
pleasure. E-Mail any questions   [e-mail]



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From: [e-mail](Jim Sheffield)
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Subject: Enabling TS-830S WARC Bands
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Help ...

I just acquired an older Kenwood, the TS-830S,
and it has the WARC bands ...  but it won't
transmit on those bands.

The manual sez there are diodes installed to
prevent transmission.  It must be an early serial
number.  Which diodes do I remove to get
transmit on 30, 17 and 12 meter bands?

Any help would be appreciated.

73 de Jim, KB7ET
[e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Paul M)
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Subject: FOR SALE:  Icom IC-EX309 Computer Interface
Date: Sun, 10 Dec 1995 23:54:42 GMT
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FOR SALE:  Icom IC-EX309 computer interface. for the IC-751/471/271.
Mounts internally on any of those radios. Mint with manual.

$50 includes UPS ground (US)

Email only to [e-mail]



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From: [e-mail] (Paul M)
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Subject: FOR SALE:  Kenpro KR-5400 Az-El Rotor
Date: Sun, 10 Dec 1995 16:44:49 GMT
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FOR SALE:   Kenpro KR-5400 Azimuth-Elevation rotor system  $150

The control box and rotors are very similar to the Yaesu G-5400
system. Why am I selling this for such a miniscule price? The
controller is not working. If you are good at troubleshooting
electronics and want to get onto the amateur satellites, this could be
your winter project. Elevation rotor is only 18 months old. Azimuth
rotor is older. You'll also need to add some fresh hardware to the
rotor brackets (nuts and bolts).

UPS ground shipping included in price.

Email only to [e-mail]



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From: [e-mail] (Aksoz)
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Subject: FOR SALE: Yaesu ft 747 w/ or w/o power supply + tuner
Date: 9 Dec 1995 18:30:15 -0500
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I am selling a Yaesu FT 747 gx with a 10 meter FM chip (used about four
times with absolutely everything), plus an Astron 20a power supply and an
MFJ tuner. For sale individually and together. They make the perfect start
up kit for any ham wanting to work HF. E-Me at [e-mail]. Best offer.



  KB2RXJ Walter


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From: [e-mail] (Anthony Helm)
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Subject: FS:  Must sell--communications receiver and computer memory
Date: Sun, 10 Dec 1995 13:21:53 -0700
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Moving in a matter of days!  I must sell the following two items:

1 (one) 4meg 72 pin SIMM.  Removed from a Macintosh 630CD when I upgraded to
            20megs.  Works fine.  Test it and see.       $90

1 (one) Realistic DX-302 Quartz Synthesized Communications Receiver with digital
            LED readout.  Tunes10 kHz to 30 MHz continuously.  Excellent
condition.
            $75

Call [phone]

Cheers,
Anthony
[e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (JOHN METROKE)
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Subject: FS: 2M SSB/FM RIG
Date: 9 Dec 1995 20:57:57 GMT
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Greetings,

I am selling a Yeasu FT-480R 2M SSB/FM/CW RIG ideal for Oscar and RS
satellites abt 10 W out put, dual VFO, four memories.

ASking $350.

Call 908-254-2123

Les, Wb2szr


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From: [e-mail] (JOHN METROKE)
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Subject: FS: HTX202 2M HT
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For Sale:

RS HTX202 2m HT with Speaker mike, Charger and extra battery pack.
Works great! Asking $140.

Call me at 908-254-2123

Les, Wb2SZR


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Subject: FS: Icom 720a
Date: 11 Dec 1995 23:32:39 GMT
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        FOR SALE
        Icom 720a all band hf transceiver plus power supply (230 V system)

        offers/indication of going prices appreciated





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From: [e-mail] (Ed Gallup)
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Subject: FS: TenTec Scout 555 - tentec [01/01]
Date: Sun, 10 Dec 95 23:13:42 GMT
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  FOR SALE:     TenTec Model 555  "Scout"  HF transceiver; includes modules
                for 80M, 40M, and 10M;  with noise blanker option, Mic,
                mobile mtg bracket and manual;   in factory box.

                This unit has barely been used.  It is in mint condition
                with absolutely no scratches.  Sat in a box most of its
                life.  I am selling it because, I don't really need 3 HF
                rigs, and I'd rather upgrade my old computer.

                $500.00    ($690 new).   I will ship.

                I will deliver within approx. 50mi radius

                PLEASE NOTE:  If you must deal through the mail system,
                              I will require your cashiers check in
                              advance, before shipping the radio.
                              (I can provide you with personal references)
                              Or, perhaps, I can ship UPS C.O.D.

                If interested, contact Ed   WB6SAT@KD6JZZ.#NOCAL.CA (Sonora)
                      or Internet:          [e-mail]
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From: [e-mail] (Zac Thomas)
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Subject: FS:O-Scope
Date: Wed, 13 Dec 1995 08:26:22 GMT
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I have for sale a used Tektronix 453 Oscilloscope dual trace
asking $200.00 OBO email [e-mail]
Email me at [e-mail]
or fax me [phone]



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From: [e-mail] (Zac Thomas)
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I have for sale a used Tektronix 453 Oscilloscope dual trace
asking $200.00 OBO email [e-mail]
Email me at [e-mail]
or fax me [phone]



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From: [e-mail] (Ron Long)
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Subject: FT-1000 lock main and sub vfos
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FT-1000:Tracking main and sub vfos

I have a memo written by w8egb which would allow the sub vfo to track the
main vfo when the main dial is turned. This is convenient when using the
stereo reception mode. He also suggests that if you work 10 meter fm
repeaters it would allow you to set the offset and then tune to different
repeaters by only changing the main dial.

The problem is that he says that at the time he wrote the memo (1992) he
had not tried his idea - and I am unable to reach him by telephone. His
idea briefly is to cut the wires to the sub dial encoder and insert a dpdt
relay. In the off position of the relay the wires are restored to the sub
encoder. In the on position of the relay the wires that formerly went to
the sub encoder are connected to the main encoder, in parallel with the
existing wires to the main encoder. The relay is controlled by an unused
front panel switch, say the DIM switch.

Has anyone tried this, or any other idea which accomplishes the desired goal.

Thanks. Ron w8gus.


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From: [e-mail] (Alberto Perello)
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Subject: FT-1000MP TEST
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Hello to all:

I'm thinking to buy a Yaesu FT-1000MP.

Any opinions about this rig?.

Is better than FT-1000D? or similar?.

Thank you in advance.

Alberto Perello
EA3CR
Barcelona
Spain



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From: [e-mail] (David R Fruehwald)
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Subject: FT-51 Mods
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Can someone point me to a place to find FT-51 mods if any?


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From: [e-mail] (Marc Buron)
Subject: FT2500M Yaesu Mods
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Looking for any mods for the Yaesu FT2500m, any kind is welcome,
possibly i'd like the one for out of band transmit,

thanks....

Marc
Ve2hps.


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From: [e-mail] (Andy Jeutter)
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Subject: FT530 recharging of battery packs
Date: Mon, 11 Dec 1995 13:07:10 GMT
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The following note explains how I understand
the FT530 recharging of battery packs.

General
-------
All types of battery packs are automatically
recharged when connected to the transceiver and
power is applied to the EXT DC Jack (J2004). It
doesn't matter if the transceiver is switched
on or off. The battery is recharged as long as
the external voltage is at least two volts
above the nominal battery voltage.

Operation
---------
Read only if you have the circuit diagrams
handy.
The EXT DC Jack and the charging circuitry are
located on the 430 Mother Unit. The contacts
for the battery pack (+, - , CHG) can be found
on the Interface Unit. They are routed via
J2005 and J1201 to the 430 Mother Unit.
On the 430 Mother Unit the positive pin of the
EXT DC Jack is connected to diode D2030 to feed
the transceiver (+B power line). D2030 prevents
damage to the transceiver when the external
voltage has the wrong polarity. Diode D2029 is
used to decouple the +B power line from the
battery pack.
The charging circuitry consists of D2022,
R2058, R2059, R2060, R2061 and Q2017. The two
volt Zener Diode D2022 in conjunction with
R2058 and R2059 force a constant voltage across
R2060 and R2061. Thus the current flowing into
the emitter of transistor Q2017 is constant.
The collector of the transistor is connected to
the CHG contact of the battery. The negative
terminal of the EXT DC Jack is directly
connected to ground. When a plug is inserted
into the EXT DC Jack, the attached switch
disconnects the negative contact of the battery
pack (-) from ground. Because of that the
transceiver is always powered through the EXT
DC Jack regardless of the height of the
supplied voltage even when it is lower than the
battery voltage. The diodes (D2024) allow the
charging current to flow back from the negative
contact (-) of the battery to ground.
The charging current equals (approx.) the
current flowing through R2060 and R2061. It can
be calculated by dividing the voltage across
R2060 and R2061 which is 1.3 V (2 V - 0.7 V) by
12 Ohm + 12 Ohm. It is approx. 55 mA.

Practice
--------
All types of battery packs have Ni-Cd cells
inside. These types of batteries should only be
recharged when the voltage falls below approx.
0.8 V per cell. Violating this rule will lead
to degradation of the battery capacity. Maximum
lifetime can only be achieved when the battery
is always discharged to the above mentioned
voltage before being recharged.
Thus recharging the battery through the EXT DC
Jack can only be recommended when the battery
is really discharged. The time the battery
needs to be fully charged depends on the
capacity of the battery pack. Overcharging with
a current of 55 mA should even with the
smallest battery pack (600 mAh) not cause a
problem if it is not taken to excess (depends
on battery brand).
A good way to recharge the battery is to do it
with an external charger that first discharge
the battery fully. A suitable method can also
be to use the dry cell case with Ni-Cd cells
inside and an external charger to recharge
them. But keep in mind that the manufacturer
claims that they have thermal and over-current
protection build into the FNB battery packs
(whatever that means) and that they do not
recommend to use rechargeable batteries in the
dry battery case. Ni-Cd cells overheat and may
explode if they are shorted, probably that is
what they mean!

Disclaimer
------------------
I am not liable for all the above said. Proceed
at your own risk. Have fun. 73 de DL4SEI



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From: [e-mail] (Lance Halle)
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Subject: Re: FT530 recharging of battery packs
Date: 12 Dec 1995 02:28:14 GMT
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        I have a few comments about the following excellent article. Just a
little clarification here and there.


>All types of battery packs are automatically
>recharged when connected to the transceiver and
>power is applied to the EXT DC Jack (J2004). It

        Cells installed in the optional holder designed for non rechargable
batteries are not recharged to prevent dammage. That holder does not have a
charge contact.

        Also, the comment was made further down that batteries should not be
recharged till they reach .8/cell. Modern NiCads do not exhibit much memory
effect any more. Unless the cells are discharged to the same point over and
over again, memory isn't a problem. It would not be recommended to put the
radio on charge every night, but neither is it recommended to waste battery
life by discharging un-necessarily. Also, it is not wise to discharge a "pack"
that has been sitting for a long time, or hasn't been fully recharged
recently. This can lead to reversing polarity on the lowest capacity cell, or
the one with the greatest internal leakage. Applying reverse polarity this way
can cause cells to short. An occasional full discharge down to built in shut
off voltage of the radio (.8 - 1. v/cell) is healthy for the pack, but ONLY
after a complete recharge at no more than 1/10c rate (14-16 hours). This
insures ALL cells are fully charged and "should" reach the .8v point at the
same time.

        Another point is that while mild overcharge at the 1/10c rate will not
do any harm, it should be avoided whenever possible as overcharging causes a
voltage depression that "looks" much like "memory effect". Leaving the
batteries on a 1/10c charge for a day or so won't harm them, but avoid doing
it on a regular basis to insure maximum battery life.

        My personal policy with all types of rechargable batteries is to
recharge when they no longer have enough energy to insure I make it to the
next recharge oportunity, or when planning an activity where I want to be sure
I have maximum power available.

Hope these points help, and thanks to the original author for the time and
effort put into the original, informative article.

Lance Halle KC7FVX





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From: [e-mail] (Andy Jeutter)
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Subject: Re: FT530 recharging of battery packs
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[e-mail] (Lance Halle) wrote:

>... This can lead to reversing polarity on the lowest capacity cell, or
>the one with the greatest internal leakage.

Lance,

absolutely correct. It seems to be a  problem that
can not be solved when cells are charged in series
because there are always differences in cell
capacity. So I think the best way to go is to use
the case for dry cells and an external charger
which individual control of each cell.

>       Another point is that while mild overcharge at the 1/10c rate will not
>do any harm, it should be avoided whenever possible as overcharging causes a
>voltage depression that "looks" much like "memory effect". Leaving the
>batteries on a 1/10c charge for a day or so won't harm them, but avoid doing
>it on a regular basis to insure maximum battery life.

Thanks, that is exactly what I missed to say!

73,  Andy DL4SEI




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From: Alan Johnsom, K9CTF
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Subject: GE Master II Repeater Conversion
Date: 8 Dec 1995 18:25:16 GMT
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I pruchased a Master II already converted to repeater operation.  I have tuned it to my pair and both the receiver and transmiter work great.  The problem
try to use the at the same time.....   Yes, I have a duplexer.  The GE will take the place of an old Regency system.  Does anyone have any hint or advise?
both the transmitter and reciever in the same case I get a weak singal from the transmitter into the reciver.  By tuning the receiver according to the GE
rig of most of the signal.

I have a second  Master II that I want to convert as well.  But, since the original rig was converted when I purchased it I have not information on how to
sure I can do it with out help but I am a HAM and therefore lazy.  So, any help would be apprecieated.

73

Alan
K9CTF
[e-mail]



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From: Frank Paxton III <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: GE Master II Repeater Conversion
Date: 10 Dec 1995 19:43:26 GMT
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i have a ge master exec II conversion that i did.
i had to turn the power down to about 15 watts, and 'shield' the receiver
to get rid of the 'crosstalk'.

first thing is to turn the power WAY down...say to 5 watts.  see if that works.
if it does, add power until you find out where it DOESN't work.

if you can live with the power setting, you're there.

if not, you'll have to 'shield' internally.  that means basically to take
double sided board and build 'dams' around leaky rf areas ... this was
necessary
for me when i put a HOT PREamp in the thing...

good luck.

de ng0n. frank.



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From: [e-mail]
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Date: Wed, 13 Dec 95 05:04:00 -0600
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==========================================================================

        Attention fellow friendly amateurs who work with GE Mastr Exec
        IIs:

        I am interested in converting my exciter from phase modulation
        to FM, to obtain better audio linearity.  Does anyone here have
        the schematics?

     Regards, TOM BLACKWELL, N5GAR, PO Box 25403, Dallas, Texas 75225
              [e-mail]                SGL-North Texas
                      The NTPCUG's TI PRO BBS lives at [phone]

---
 ■ SLMR 2.1a ■ Visit Dallas, home of the Oklahoma SM.



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From: James Garland <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Gripe about QST Automatic Tuner Article
Date: 12 Dec 1995 15:08:11 GMT
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This month's QST features a slick microprocessor-controlled automatic
antenna tuner. The design seems solid, and the price for the parts kit
($158) is reasonable. However......the article discretely mentions in a
footnote that "the source code is not available," for programming the
microprocessor. In effect, therefore, the article is simply a promotion
for a antenna tuner kit, and not a do-it-yourself article.

I feel strongly that QST should not publish construction articles unless
enough information is provided for readers to duplicate the
project themselves. It is fine for an author to sell a parts kit with
his article, but I do not believe proprietary information essential to
completion of the project should be withheld. When lengthy software
listings are involved, they should be made available on the ARRL Web Page
or BBS, as in the excellent DSP kit by W9GR, a few years ago. I believe
QST is setting a very unfortunate precedent with this article.

Jim W8ZR



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From: [e-mail] (Ross Alexander)
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Subject: Re: Gripe about QST Automatic Tuner Article
Date: 12 Dec 1995 19:35:02 GMT
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James Garland <[e-mail]> writes about a
microprocessor controlled project featured in QST for which the source
of the controlling programme isn't available.  He isn't impressed.
I'm not either.  The article is only half a project.  I guess I'm not
going buy the kit.  I hope the people at QST interpret that message
properly.

Another question is: what does the author think he's protecting,
anyway?  His app code is intimately tied to the hardware.  It isn't
the least bit portable; it's worthless without the rest of the tuner.
A copyright notice with a restriction on commercial use ought to more
than protect any future non-amateur return the author might achieve,
IMHO.

(I'll add in passing that the programme probably isn't any great big
deal either.  I've owned two autotuners, and they solve the autotuning
problem with about a half-dozen $0.15 opamps.  The manufacturer
included a full schematic with each one, too.)

regards,
Ross ve6pdq
--
Ross Alexander, ve6pdq  --  [phone]  --  [e-mail]


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From: Garry Foster <[e-mail]>
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We went thru this a few months ago with the keyer. I agree with you that
kits don't belong in QST as feature construction articles. However I
would say that I was out voted about two to one. Most seemed to feel that
it was the quality of the "product" not the learning potential that
should take priority.
                                           Garry(WB0NNO)James Garland
;[e-mail]> wrote:
;>This month's QST features a slick microprocessor-controlled automatic
;>antenna tuner. The design seems solid, and the price for the parts kit
;>($158) is reasonable. However......the article discretely mentions in a
;>footnote that "the source code is not available," for programming the
 >microprocessor. In effect, therefore, the article is simply a promotion
 >for a antenna tuner kit, and not a do-it-yourself article.
 >
 >I feel strongly that QST should not publish construction articles
 unless
 >enough information is provided for readers to duplicate the
 >project themselves. It is fine for an author to sell a parts kit with
 >his article, but I do not believe proprietary information essential to
 >completion of the project should be withheld. When lengthy software
 >listings are involved, they should be made available on the ARRL Web
Page
 >or BBS, as in the excellent DSP kit by W9GR, a few years ago. I believe
 >QST is setting a very unfortunate precedent with this article.
 >
 >Jim W8ZR
 >




From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:44:27 1995
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From: "C. J. Hawley Jr." <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Gripe about QST Automatic Tuner Article
Date: Wed, 13 Dec 1995 09:49:34 -0600
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Garry Foster wrote:
>
> We went thru this a few months ago with the keyer. I agree with you that
> kits don't belong in QST as feature construction articles. However I
> would say that I was out voted about two to one. Most seemed to feel that
> it was the quality of the "product" not the learning potential that
> should take priority.
>                                            Garry(WB0NNO)James Garland*

OK. Who cares about paying 158 dollars for a 100 Watt tuner KIT when the
hamfests are cluttered with them for that or a few bucks more? The only
advantage to this stupid article would have been the learning process
concerning the algorithm in the programming of the micro. TenTec give a
better description in the 253 auto tuner manual. No source code, but in their
case it makes sense. This author is just another dealer, and I resent him
using the club magazine for free (not only free but he gets PAID for it). He
also forgot to thank the club members for a free 5 thousand dollar ad at the
end of his article. By the way, now that the author knows so much about
automatic antenna tuners he could probably get a job at Icom designing one of
their 15 year old auto tuners. I think that demonstrates the value of this
article since the author will not share the theory with us.

> ;[e-mail]> wrote:
> ;>This month's QST features a slick microprocessor-controlled automatic
> ;>antenna tuner. The design seems solid, and the price for the parts kit
> ;>($158) is reasonable. However......the article discretely mentions in a
> ;>footnote that "the source code is not available," for programming the
>  >microprocessor. In effect, therefore, the article is simply a promotion
>  >for a antenna tuner kit, and not a do-it-yourself article.
>  >
>  >I feel strongly that QST should not publish construction articles
>  unless
>  >enough information is provided for readers to duplicate the
>  >project themselves. It is fine for an author to sell a parts kit with
>  >his article, but I do not believe proprietary information essential to
>  >completion of the project should be withheld. When lengthy software
>  >listings are involved, they should be made available on the ARRL Web
> Page
>  >or BBS, as in the excellent DSP kit by W9GR, a few years ago. I believe
>  >QST is setting a very unfortunate precedent with this article.
>  >
>  >Jim W8ZR
>  >

Write to your ARRL rep. Hey, who is my rep anyway?
Chuck, KE9UW
--


Charles Jack Hawley Jr.
Amateur Radio KE9UW (A.K.A. 'Chuck' in Ham Radio)
BMW K100RS, BMWMOA #224 (A.K.A. 'Jack' in Motorcycles)
[e-mail]
Sr. Research Engineer Emeritus
Univ of Ill, Urbana-Champaign


From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:44:28 1995
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From: [e-mail] (David, Michaela & Benjamin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Grounding
Date: 13 Dec 95 14:04:59 GMT
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   I'd be a little concerned about sharing the house ground and 20 feet =
from a basement shack seems a bit long . . . am I wrong?

   I have a different case, I'm on the second floor and prefer not to =
drill holes thru the wall, so I bring everything in & out the window.  I =
run a copper pipe along the inner wall of the shack & ground everything =
to that, including a large steel desk.

   I also have a 5 wire rotor cable roughly cut to 1/4 wave on 160, 75, =
40, 20, 15 that connects to the ground connector on my antenna tuner =
(this was originally set up to bleed off rf getting back into the shack =
from a long wire).

   And finally, the whole grounding system runs thru a capacitor =
bypassed length of old coax down the side of the house to a grounding =
rod.

   The next step will be to provide a knife switch to open the open wire =
feed, or perhaps to ground it, and maybe even quick disconnects for the =
coax and rotor control lines to also either open or go to ground.

   Ok people, is this all overkill, or good grounding & lightening =
protection protocol?  Suggestions encouraged!

    73, David AA1FA  Windham, NH


From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:44:29 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Frank Olken)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Ham equipment does not HAVE to be so expensive...
Date: 9 Dec 1995 02:52:45 GMT
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Why 100 memories?

        Well, in the SF Bay Area there probably are 100 2M/440
repeaters accessible from San Jose to  Marin ......  If you
regularly travel to Santa Cruz or Sacramento there are certainly
100 repeaters available.
        Also, some of us travel (e.g., to Washington, DC) routinely and
like to keep 2 sets of repeater frequencies in memory.
--

                             Frank Olken

        Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory    [phone] (voice)
        Mailstop 50B-3238               [phone] (fax)
        1 Cyclotron Road                [phone] (home)
        Berkeley, CA 94720              [phone] (beeper)

        E-mail:  [e-mail]
        WWW:     http://www.lbl.gov/~olken/



From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:44:30 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Gilbert Gwilliam)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc
Subject: Ham stores/Chicago, 500W dummy load
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Date: 12 Dec 1995 18:10:25 GMT
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Summary: looking for source of 500W dummy load
Keywords: Dummy load ham stores
Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:22410 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:12068 rec.radio.amateur.misc:95450

I am a non-ham who needs to buy a 500 W dummy load (for 13.56 MHz,
preferably with a BNC connector) for an experiment in an industrial
setting.  Needless to say, I need this soon (like tomorrow).  Can anyone
tell me a ham store in the Chicago area (North/West would be preferable
but not required) or a mail-order outfit that would be able to supply
this item quickly?  Alternatively, does anyone in the Chicago area have
one that they could lend (rent) to us for a few days?  Although it might
be possible to build a dummy load relatively simply, I would prefer not
to do that for reasons of repeatability (we may need to repeat this
experiment in another location with different equipment at a later
date.)

Any help would be appreciated.

Jeff Gwilliam




From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:44:31 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Ricky Scott)
Subject: Re: Hamstores in Seattle ?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Organization: The Boeing Company
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[e-mail] ([e-mail]) wrote:
: I'm staying in Seattle until Tues 5/12/95 , where are the best
: ham stores to visit?

Jim, if you can travel by car it is as such.  Take I-5 south towards
BOEING FIELD.  About 2 -3 miles past the KING DOME (The big UGLY round
building on your right) you will come upon the "MICHIGAN and CORSON Ave
exit". Take that Exit and follow it down the hill.  Just before the Stop
Light you will see Amatuer Radio Supply in a Small parking center on the
right hand side (The side we drive on dont forget).

: Any other good ham related events etc ?

They will have flyers there.

: Jim G7NKS
--
Ricky J. Scott                 |     The comments expressed here in do not
Ship Side Support              |     reflect the views of my company or my
767 Electrical  Manuf. Eng.    |     supervisor.  In fact they wish I would
[e-mail]     |     not express my opinions.


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Subject: Re: handheld 2M radio
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       I have a 2/440 Alinco DJ-560 ht for sale for $200 if interested.

               Roger N8TCP


From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:44:33 1995
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From: Clyde Prichard <indirect.com>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: handheld 2M radio
Date: 8 Dec 1995 00:39:31 GMT
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I am sorry John but I can'nt find any used ones eather.  I have a lot of friends who own
Yaesu's.  I recomend talking to a hamradio outlet at one of the following toll free numbers:
WICKLIFFE,OH 1-800-321-3594, CLEARWATER,FL 1-800-557-4237, ORLANDO,FL 1-800-327-1917,  LAS
VEGAS,NV 1-800-634-6227 WHICH HAVE GOOD PRICES ON RETAILED RADIOS IN THE 2M BAND!




From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:44:34 1995
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From: [e-mail]   (Bill Newkirk)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: handheld 2M radio
Date: 11 Dec 1995 05:22:30 GMT
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In <4a81fh$[e-mail]>, Clyde Prichard <indirect.com> writes:
>Yaesu's.  I recomend talking to a hamradio outlet at one of the following toll free numbers:
>WICKLIFFE,OH ;CLEARWATER,FL; ORLANDO,FL;,  LAS
>VEGAS,NV WHICH HAVE GOOD PRICES ON RETAILED RADIOS IN THE 2M BAND!

er, clyde...

you could tell him that this is Amateur Electronic Supply....

and AES is an 800 pound Gorilla in the business -- they're going to be able to
supply the gear...but may not have the best deal on any specific item at any
given time (sometimes they do...sometimes they don't)..

i'd tend to point him to a magazine like CQ, QST, or 73 instead.

Bill Newkirk WB9IVR                  The Space Coast Amateur Technical Group
Melbourne, FL                       duty now for the future of amateur radio
Lombardi's 1st Law of Business:
Companies succeed in spite of their best effort.  If they succeed at all.



From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:44:34 1995
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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Help With SB-200 Problem
Date: Sun, 10 Dec 95 07:54:22 GMT
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   [e-mail] (WB3U) wrote:

>The plate voltage on his SB-200 normally reads about 2,700V. However,
>key down, it drops to about 2,200V.

Thanks to everyone for their help with this.  One person also wrote to
me directly to say that his SB-200 drops from 2,500V no load to 2,100V
key down.  This is close enough to my friend's meter readings to
assume that the drop itself does not indicate a defect.

I've forwarded all the info and I very much appreciate everyone's
advice and comments.  Problem solved!

73,
Jack  WB3U


From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:44:35 1995
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From: "Thomas C. J. Sefranek" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Help With SB-200 Problem
Date: 11 Dec 1995 02:43:17 GMT
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To: Hi,Jack

Hi Jack,
        The Heathkit amplifiers DO that!  (At least mine does!)
I have added a 220 Variac which I adjust to get the plate voltage
where I want it.  I just ordered new capacitors (14 weeks!) so
I'll let you know if it makes a difference.

By the way...

The replacement capacitors are 1/3 the size of the existing caps,
has there been a breakthru on capacitor technology?

Tom




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From: "Thomas C. J. Sefranek" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Help With SB-200 Problem
Date: 11 Dec 1995 02:43:27 GMT
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To: Hi,Jack

Hi Jack,
        The Heathkit amplifiers DO that!  (At least mine does!)
I have added a 220 Variac which I adjust to get the plate voltage
where I want it.  I just ordered new capacitors (14 weeks!) so
I'll let you know if it makes a difference.

By the way...

The replacement capacitors are 1/3 the size of the existing caps,
has there been a breakthru on capacitor technology?

Tom




From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:44:37 1995
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From: "Thomas C. J. Sefranek" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Help With SB-200 Problem
Date: 11 Dec 1995 02:45:32 GMT
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Hi Jack,
        The Heathkit amplifiers DO that!  (At least mine does!)
I have added a 220 Variac which I adjust to get the plate voltage
where I want it.  I just ordered new capacitors (14 weeks!) so
I'll let you know if it makes a difference.

By the way...

The replacement capacitors are 1/3 the size of the existing caps,
has there been a breakthru on capacitor technology?

Tom

>
>The plate voltage on his SB-200 normally reads about 2,700V. However,
>key down, it drops to about 2,200V.  This seems like an excessive drop
>to me, but again, I'm not familiar with these amplifiers.  He runs the
>amp on 220VAC, and after measuring a significant the drop on the AC
>line (I don't know what it was), he ran a new dedicated circuit
>directly from the breaker box.  He now measures only a few volts drop
>on the incoming power when the amp is keyed, but the new line did not
>improve the plate voltage regulation.
>
>Thanks & 73,
>Jack  WB3U




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From: [e-mail] (W8JI  Tom)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Help With SB-200 Problem
Date: 11 Dec 1995 09:15:43 -0500
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In article <4ag60v$[e-mail]>, "Thomas C. J. Sefranek"
<[e-mail]> writes:

>
>The replacement capacitors are 1/3 the size of the existing caps,
>has there been a breakthru on capacitor technology?
>
>Tom

Hi Tom,

You really need to work on that stutter, or was it on my end? ;-)

There are better foils now, so caps can be smaller. Be VERY careful to
watch the ripple current rating. Some of the small case sizes will not
dissipate heat caused by the ripple charging and discharging the cap
through the internal resistance of the cap. They may have shortened life.

73 Tom


From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:44:39 1995
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From: Ken Wilde <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Help with TNC
Date: Mon, 11 Dec 1995 14:56:21 -0800
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I am going to be buying a tnc soon. Whenever I go online though I can't use
my radio because I get disconnected as soon as I key up. Someone told me that
a tnc works just like a modem and will not work with rfi problems Is this
true? Please email me with your comments. Any help will be greatly
appreciated.
                                                    73, Thanks
                                                       Ken
                                                    [e-mail]


From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:44:40 1995
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From: [e-mail] (J. Kevin Muse)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Help! Yaesu 5100 VHF out intermittant.
Date: Mon, 11 Dec 1995 15:16:52 GMT
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I have a 5100.  The VHF output is intermittant.  Its 5 watts one
minute, jiggle it and it's 50.  I've resoldered some on the PA circuit
board but no luck.  Would anyone load me a service manual or let me
copy the section on the PA or any variation thereof that might help.
I would like to see what voltages are going away when this happens as
to find the bad spot, chip cap, etc.  Any help will be appreciated.
I'll pay postage on any documentation.  Thanks!  Kevin Muse, WA4UES



From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:44:41 1995
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From: [e-mail] (J. Kevin Muse)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Help! Yaesu 5100 VHF out intermittant.
Date: Mon, 11 Dec 1995 15:19:15 GMT
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[e-mail] (J. Kevin Muse) wrote:

>I have a 5100.  The VHF output is intermittant.  Its 5 watts one
>minute, jiggle it and it's 50.  I've resoldered some on the PA circuit
>board but no luck.  Would anyone load me a service manual or let me
>copy the section on the PA or any variation thereof that might help.
>I would like to see what voltages are going away when this happens as
>to find the bad spot, chip cap, etc.  Any help will be appreciated.
>I'll pay postage on any documentation.  Thanks!  Kevin Muse, WA4UES
"load should be "loan" !  [e-mail]




From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:44:41 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Steve Mitchell)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Help! Yaesu FT-51R Modifications?
Date: Sat, 09 Dec 1995 07:24:00 GMT
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I have a friend who owns a Yaesu FT-51R and wanted to know if there
are any modifications that are known that he could make to it.

Thanks!


==================================================================
 S t e v e   M i t c h e l l  -----  S y s t e m s   A n a l y s t
 Simpson Tacoma Kraft Company                   Tel. [phone]
 [e-mail]              http://www.halcyon.com/smitche/



From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:44:42 1995
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From: Dave Phillips <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.swap
Subject: HELP: Need Main Tuning Knob for FTdx-401
Date: 11 Dec 1995 05:02:33 GMT
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HELP --

I need a replacement main tuning knob for a Yeasu FTdx-401 tranciever.
This is a 2 inch diameter black plastic knob, fluted, with a silver metal
insert in the face and a small aluminum spinner handle.

Anyone have one of these beasts I would gladly pay dollars for it. I
would even be motiviated to buy the radio to which it may be attached.

Please reply via e-mail

Dave Phillips
KB7JS
[e-mail]



From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:44:43 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Tom Walker)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: HF In Chevrolet Tahoe/Blazers Intereference?
Date: 10 Dec 1995 05:33:42 GMT
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Does anyone have experience in installing a HF rig into a Tahoe/surburban or
blazer?  My last car was an Ford Explorer and I had terible RFI from the fuel
pump and onboard computer.



From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:44:44 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Conway Yee)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: HF rigs without proprietary components.
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>Now for my question.  What is the most modern rig out there in each of
>two classes?  Alternatively, this question can be answered in the terms
>of the best performance (RF-wise) in each of the two classes.  Ideally,
>the answers would be easy to play with on the insides.
>
>1) solid state with tube finals?  Tube finals are a bit more forgiving
>   that solid state finals.  To me, this is a very useful quality as long
>   as I can still purchase finals.
>2) all solid state but without ANY proprietary components.  I don't want
>   to need to go to a single source to get parts.  Generic parts are good
>   in that replacements are easy to get.

Unfortunately, nobody answered wrt the first category.

For the second category, all replies were different variants of
Ten-Tec.  The Corsair I & II (no longer made) was mentioned by one.
Another mentioned that the Omni series also uses non-proprietary
components except for the programming on the EPROMs.  I will have to
check into the likelihood of obtaining the programming on disks and
see if the modern Ten-Tec rigs are indeed completely off the shelf.
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From: [e-mail] (Michael McAmis)
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Subject: HF&2m trancievers, rotor, MFJ DSP
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Hi, I'm listing some gear for Dave/K1DL

 - New Ham 4 rotor, $260.

 - KLM 2000A 144-148 Mhz allmode transceiver.  10w out
   on SSB/FM/NBFM/SSB/CW.  Near mint, $200.

 - MFJ 768 Super DSP filter.  Mint, $100.

 - Cubic Astro 103 HF transceiver.  160-10m, solid state,
   100W, digital readout, QSK, speech processor, CW filter.
   Uses 13.8v supply, not included.  Very good condition, $450.

 - Other miscellany - it's shack cleaning time.

Call Dave evenings or weekends at [phone], he's not on
packet/e-mail.




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From: Danie Brynard <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Hi/LO Power for TR9500
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I see in old magazines that some models of the TR-9500 70cm radio's
do have ho/lo power controls. Mine does not. Is there anybody who
have such a model of the TR9500 Kenwood ? I would like to ask
questions about its circuit diagram in order to mod mine to also
have the hi/lo power option

Thanking You
Danie zs6awk




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Following is a packet bulletin that appeared in W6-land on December 7th.
The author claims to be quoting from a memo from Icom with the "2 meter
extended transmit" mod information for the new Icom 706.  However, the
range of the expanded VHF TX is not stated.  (The MARS/CAP bands, perhaps?)

It is reprinted below:  the numerous typos are from the original bulletin.

FWIW...  73 from Leigh/KM6JE.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------
From: [e-mail]
To  : INFO@USA

Hi, just got new info on the Icom 706 transmit mods from a 3 page memo from
Icom.If you simply want transmit from 1.8 to 54 MHZ then cut out diode #59
on the main pcb. You will see a row of them on the pcb main facing up near
speaker. If you want to restore the sensitivity of the receiver between 54
and 140 mhz and also from 148 to 200 mhz and also the out of band transmit
on 2 meters you have to also cut Diode #60 plus cut the Jumper wire next
to it called "W4". Then remove either Q38 or R353 from the main pcb
facing towards speaker. Then you have to cut a trace at point "a" nn the
bottom of the main pcb and install a jumper from piont "b" to Pin 11 of IC32.
You have to restore the out of two meter receive or you couldn't hear anyone
outside the two meter band to transmit back to.

"WARNING! BY RESTORING THE RECIEVE FROM 54 TO 140 MHZ AND 148 TO 200 MHZ YOU
MAY GET LOTS OF INTERMOD!!!!
i SUGGEST SIMPLY REMOVING dIODE #59 , RESETING THE PROCESSER AND ENJOYIN
1.8 TO 54 MHZ TANSMIT AND LEAVEING THE VHF PORTION ALONE!
STEVE NS1R @KA1TUZ.#EMA.MA.USA.NA

*** END OF MSG # 43380 from NS1R @ KA1TUZ.FN42JH.MA.USA.NOAM





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From: [e-mail] (Martin Rask)
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Subject: IC 738 MODS ??
Date: 8 Dec 1995 20:59:04 GMT
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I looking for mods to the ICOM 738. does anyone have any mods or know
where i can get mod files for this radio.
many thanks in advandce best 73┤s de SM7VHS /Martin



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From: [e-mail] (Steve Ellington)
Subject: IC-706 Band Scope
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I've been messing with the 706 band scope. Using a magnifying glass, it
appears that there are 14 dots on each side of the center gap. If the 2kc
range is selected, each dot represents 2kc thus giving us a 28kc X 2
sweep range. If the 20kc range is selected then we can sweep a total of
1120kc. This allows sweeping of the wider bands such as 10 and 6 meters.

There's a few things that bug me and maybe someone has a suggestion or
comment.

1. Each pass of the sweep erases the previous marker that was originally
   put there by a signal. This means that you must stare at the scope
   and be ready to hit the f-3 button before it sweeps past that point again.
  Wouldn't it be nice if it would accumulate the marks?

2. The audio is muted while scanning which makes me have to stare at the
scope. If it wasnt muted, I could hear signals go by as it swept which
would alert me to hit the f-3 button. Any ideas how to unmute the audio?

3. Is there a way to speed up the sweep thus increasing the odds of catching
   cw signals?

4. With the rig connected to a pc with the proper interface, can one
observe the scope feature?

5. Has anyone managed to interface their 706 to a pc? What software did
you use?
--
Steve Ellington [e-mail]  Louisville, Ky


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From: [e-mail] (Larry Pardue)
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In article <4a0u5h$[e-mail]>, Stephan Rashkin
<[e-mail]> wrote:

> It seems some of
> the listed mods mention that D59 opens VHF (118-174) as well as HF..
> One other post mentions that it only opens HF..Another mentions it
> opens expanded HF full power and Expanded VHF only milliwatts.....
> can anyone straighten this out..

On my 706 it opened up HF and opened up VHF only milliwatts, you don't
realize it is only milliwatts unless you measure it because the transmit
LED comes on.  There is no power indication on the power meter though, and
there is very very little power output.

Larry (NU5M)


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From: [e-mail] (JIM GARLAND)
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Subject: IC-706 Test Results
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Here are the results of a sensitivity test of my IC-706 for 60MHz<f<200MHz,
both for the unmodified radio, and after performing the "yellow wire"
modification. I used a Wavetek 3002 sig generator, a Kay switched attenuator,
and made sure all impedances were 50 Ohms.
Test Conditions: Mode-CW
                 Filter-wide
                 Preamp-Off

        Signal levels in the table are the minimum level required to
light the first bar on the s-meter. The minimum detectable signal was about
30-db lower than the indicated value. All signal strengths are in microvolts
rms.

FREQ(MHz)       SENS-ORIG       SENS-MODIFIED
60              1.1             1.1
70              0.9             0.9
80              1.1             1.1
90              1.1             1.1
100             1.5             1.4
110             2.2             1.8
120             9.2             7.0
125             36              30
130             115             10
135             76              5.0
140             66              2.3
144             2.0             1.5
145             1.9             1.5
146             1.9             1.5
147             1.8             1.5
147.999         1.5             1.5
148.000         72              1.5
150             78              1.6
160             340             11.5
170             10,000          50
180             4,200           200
190             9,000           4,000
199             150,000         42,000

General Impression: Except for a slight decrease in sensistivity between
120-135MHz, the modified IC-706 has excellent sensitivity over the full
frequency range, up to about 160MHz. Sensitivity rolls off sharply above
160MHz.

S-METER CALIBRATION:
        test conditions: preamp OFF
                        freq:14.030MHz
                        mode: CW
                        Filter: wide

                S-METER         SIGNAL(uV)
                S1              8.9
                S2              9.5
                S3              10
                S4              11
                S5              13
                S6              15
                S7              19
                S8              26
                S9              35
                S9+20           35uV+20db
                S9+30           35uV+30db
                S9+40           35uV+35db
                S9+50           35uV+40db

General Comments: The S-Meter is very poorly calibrated between S1-S9, with
only a 17db difference required to turn an S1 signal into an S9 signal.
Functionally, the S-meter is nearly worthless in this range, since its
calibration is more nearly linear than logarithmic. For  signals above S9,
however, it is quite accurate.

Coming Soon: Results of selectivity measurements for the SSB and 500Hz filters.


Pricing Comments: I'll conclude with a small gripe. My XYL picked up the
Y-adapter cord for me at the local ham store, yesterday, since the accessary
connector on the back of the IC706 is a strange DIN-type connector I've never
seen before. When she got home, I learned that the cost of the adapter cable
was $45!!. In my opinion, Icom is gouging customers with this pricing schedule.
I'd guess a reasonable retail price for the adapter cable (part no. OPC599) is
aout $12. The power cord for the IC706 is $21, which is also far too high.

73,

Jim W8ZR


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Thanks for the great test results!  As for the cables, I, too, agree
that they are priced far too high.  The head separation cable is $50!
As for the power cable, I am using the same power cable that I used
for my TS-50 (before I sold it), and I think the Yaesu's use the same
cable (FT-736, FT-790, etc.).  Maybe it's cheaper somewhere else... of
course, some enterprising person has likely already got cheaper cables
out there, ready to run!

Colin, AA0YT
http://walden.mo.net/~aa0yt





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 Stephan Rashkin <[e-mail]> writes:
>Does D59 mod open up VHF on the IC706?  If it does is the TX range 118-174 mhz?
>What is the power output over that range?

No.  With the D59 mod, you can transmit from 1.6-54 MHz and from 144
to 148 MHz.  No transmitting anywhere else.  It appears that you can transmit
from 118 to 200 MHz, but the power output is only a milliwatt or so.


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Subject: Re: IC-820 vs FT-736 ?
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No contest!!!  The FT-736 wins hands down on cost and performance!!!!

  \------------------------------------------------------/
   \  Bill Harwood           U play it, I'll dance it   /
    \ AB6DY                         or                 /
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From: [e-mail] (Henry Turner)
Subject: Re: IC-820 vs FT-736 ?
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[e-mail] (Fredrik Bonde) wrote:

>We will get a new 2/70 rig for our club station (SK6AB), and at the
>moment the Icom IC-820 and the Yeasu FT-736 seems to be the most
>interesting rigs on the market. It will be used for/with:

>- Preamps and power amps on both bands

>- 1k2 and 9k6 packet

>- Satellites

>- Microwave transverters from 2 m to 23, 13, 6 and 3 cm.

>- All modes...

>If you have any suggestion, experience or warnings for us, please write
>to this group or me, thank you!

I am an owner of an Icom 820H.  I have been very please with it.
I would say that the 736R is a better rig for your applications. It
will give you more bands for the buck.

I use my 820H in a non sattelite role.  If you want a fast switching
(keying) rig the Icom 820 can't be beat.  It will do 9600 bd packet
right out of the box ( I think packet stinks though).  If you get an
820H your aplifiers mught not wotk so well because of the power
output. (not adjustable from the front faceplate.... internal pot to
adjust the 2 position switch on the face).     I am told by those who
have 820H's that it makes a great sattelite rig.


what ever you get the bottom line is for an all purpose radio with a
great deal of expansion capabilities.... get a 736R.


Hope to work you one day.... 73 de Henry KC5FLJ... QTH EL17GT





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From: "Tim.C" <[e-mail]>
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This radio looks like exactly what I want (when I can afford it, and have
got my A).


But why do all these new rigs have to be mobile size !!

I'd much rather have a big rig where the functions aren't hidden down
menus and behind function buttons !!


(Still want one that runs on 12v though.  I like the idea of being able
to run off batteries for portable work !)


    Tim.C
    Trainee BOFH

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From: Randall Rhea <randall>
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Subject: Re: IC706 Yellow Wire Mod OK!
Date: 12 Dec 1995 00:50:48 GMT
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>   "OUT-OF-BAND RECEIVE MODIFICATION
>   "A factory approved receive modification is enclosed. It's very simple,
>just cut the yellow wire (of course wire colors may change in the future,
>so it's best to locate the proper wire with the schematic drwaingt, just
>to be safe.
>   "This modification substantially improves the FM VHF out-of-band
>receive performance. However, you may notice some diminished sensitivity
>on VHF WFM broadcasts.


This mod wrecked my ability to receive aircraft and the FM BCB.

You alsoneed to run a wire from your cut yellow wire to the PCB hole just
to the left of jack J8 on the back of the rig.  On the bottom PCB, you will
see five tiny transistors located just behind the MENU button.  Look
at the middle transistor.  Follow the trace from the transistor to the
hole next to J8.  You need to solder a wire to this hole, and run the wire over
to the other side of the rig, and attach it to the yellow wire you cut.
Then the rig will receive well on most of the VHF range (from 60 MHz
up to about 162 MHz.)

Be very careful doing this.  Use a low-wattage soldering iron and be
careful not to damage any other wires or PCBs.  I have tried this, and
it works, but proceed at your own risk.  An improper mod can damage the
radio.

--

=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=
Randall Rhea                                        Systems Engineer
Informix Software                                   [e-mail]



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David Sorrel <[e-mail]> wrote:

>[e-mail] (Gary McDuffie, Sr.) wrote:
>>I don't have, have never seen a 706.  However, let's use a little common sense
>>here.
>>
>>On 4 Dec 1995 13:20:05 GMT, "Gary P. Fiber" <[e-mail]> wrote:
>>
>>> The IC-706 does have a CTCSS tone encoder built into the radio, how ever it
>>> comes with the HM-103 mic which does NOT have DTMF tones.  If you reqiore
>>> DTMF then you purchase a HM-77 mic and run the compressor in FM as to get
>>> the DTMF level jigh enough to operate the repeater, or remove the backof
>>> the mic and adjust the DTMF level.
>>
>>If you adjust the level in the microphone, the encoder is IN THE MICROPHONE!
>>It is highly unlikely they would have the encoder in the radio and then run 8
>>wires just for the pad to the radio.  That hasn't been done since Galena!  You
>>would also have to run at least 2 wires from the pot to control the level.
>>C'mon, folks, THIMK!
>>
>>By the way, let's take this to the right newsgroup.  Please?


>Well Gary you may have stuffed your foot in it here.  Note the difference
>between CTCSS and DTMF.  Most newer radios have a CTCSS encoder if they
>cover 10M so they can access 10M FM repeaters.  And the 706 does.

>DTMF is something else.  Icom makes a microphone with DTMF encoding
>(only).  This will allow the 706 to transmit DTMF codes for the repeaters
>that need it.  But the 706 cannot decode CTCSS or DTMF off the shelf.  So
>Mr Fiber is correct.

>Regards
>David
>VK6VW

What does he mean "take to the right newsgroup"? What's
wrong with discussing equipment on the equipment group?

Steve, WA2NHZ




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Here is another Icom 706 TX mod bulletin, posted on Packet
by NS1R.  This one claims to have more info on the expanded
VHF TX mod, with a claimed transmit range from 135 to 175 mHz.

It is reprinted below, numerous typos included.

(Could this be another hoax, as was the Radio Shack HT "April
Fool's Day" TX mod?  If anyone screws up their rig with this mod,
I ain't responsible..)

FWIW...  --Leigh/KM6JE.
----------------------------------------------------------------
From: [e-mail]
To  : INFO@USA

Hi, I have been posting tx mod info on the ICOM 706 and have heard back
from two people who work at ICOM USA.  They are unaware of TECHNICAL
BULLITAIN #711-1_ They UNOFFICIALLY said that removing DIODE #59
restores transmit 1.8 to 54 MHZ and also you can open up the VHF
SENSITIVITY on 2 meters from 140 to 174 by simply cutting "J4" on the
"PA DECK".  That is all they will confirm (UNOFFICIALLY".  They said
they have no knowledge of this technical bullitain 711-1_ .

It appears to be an official Tech BUlitain to me. I have a photocopy.

The additional items to in the Tech bullitain to restore out of two
meter transmit are as follows (not endorsed or denied by icom USA):
remove Diode #60 and cut the jumper next to it labled "W4".  Then
remove either (Q38 or R353 resitor) on the main PCB (about one inch to
right of Diode #60.  Then turn over the radio and cut a trace (You need
picture of schematic to see clearly and install a jumper froM IC32 pin
11 to the point where you cut the trace.  This will restore transmit
from 135 to 175 MHZ.

I have not done the final modes as I said earlier by opening up the VHF
side of the rig for receive You open it up for INTERMODE also!!! That
is all for today NS1R STEVE


*** END OF MSG # 43795 from NS1R @ KA1TUZ.FN42JH.MA.USA.NOAM



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From: [e-mail] (Leigh)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Icom 706 TX Mod for 135 to 175 mHz, cont.
Date: 10 Dec 1995 17:15:15 GMT
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After rereading NS1R's Icom 706 VHF TX mod, I notice he mentions cutting
a trace, BUT does not say where it is.  Hmmmm.

--Leigh/KM6JE.



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From: [e-mail] (Stephan Rashkin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Icom 706 TX Mod for 135 to 175 mHz, cont.
Date: Tue, 12 Dec 1995 00:59:02 GMT
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The following looks almost like a packet message that appeared about a
month ago on a local bbs...it was from I believe a South American
station claiming the D59 mod is not the entire mod.and that a
transistor and a trace cut was also needed for full change...This
message was out before the 706 was available in the US..anyone else
ever see that one?  I wish I saved it...It might still be around..

Why would Icom make it that difficult or short-sited to hinder Mars
members (myself) from making the mod? I don't have the 706 yet, but
wasn't too concerned about the VHF because I thought the original
2 meter band had enough extra to cover the Mars freqs..Guess not!

I have no problem with smd's, but glad I don't have the radio without
the schematics yet..I'll wait till it is available now..

Steve, WA2NHZ



> Sound Like this mod leaves you in the dark, cut trace???
>where ????,
>If any one gets this one right , let me know.
>Even FAX it to me and I will check it out.
>USA FAX# [phone]    24hour FAX #
> For now, it seems incomplete , Cut trace ?????????
>73
>Mike
>IC-706 Owner
>See you on the Ham Bands
>respond via newsgroup
>[e-mail]
>on the Internet to this Subject below:
>Icom 706 TX Mod for 135 to 175 mHz, cont.

>or FAX me the Mod Sheet to the Number above.
>73
>Mike


>------------------------------

>Date: 10 Dec 1995 05:31:54 GMT
>From: [e-mail] (Leigh)
>Subject: Icom 706 TX Mod for 135 to 175 mHz, cont.

>Here is another Icom 706 TX mod bulletin, posted on Packet
>by NS1R.  This one claims to have more info on the expanded
>VHF TX mod, with a claimed transmit range from 135 to 175 mHz.
>
>It is reprinted below, numerous typos included.
>
>(Could this be another hoax, as was the Radio Shack HT "April
>Fool's Day" TX mod?  If anyone screws up their rig with this mod,
>I ain't responsible..)
>
>FWIW...  --Leigh/KM6JE.
>----------------------------------------------------------------
>From: [e-mail]
>To  : INFO@USA

>Hi, I have been posting tx mod info on the ICOM 706 and have heard back
>from two people who work at ICOM USA.  They are unaware of TECHNICAL
>BULLITAIN #711-1_ They UNOFFICIALLY said that removing DIODE #59
>restores transmit 1.8 to 54 MHZ and also you can open up the VHF
>SENSITIVITY on 2 meters from 140 to 174 by simply cutting "J4" on the
>"PA DECK".  That is all they will confirm (UNOFFICIALLY".  They said
>they have no knowledge of this technical bullitain 711-1_ .


>It appears to be an official Tech BUlitain to me. I have a photocopy.

>The additional items to in the Tech bullitain to restore out of two
>meter transmit are as follows (not endorsed or denied by icom USA):
>remove Diode #60 and cut the jumper next to it labled "W4".  Then
>remove either (Q38 or R353 resitor) on the main PCB (about one inch to
>right of Diode #60.  Then turn over the radio and cut a trace (You need
>picture of schematic to see clearly and install a jumper froM IC32 pin
>11 to the point where you cut the trace.  This will restore transmit
>from 135 to 175 MHZ.

>I have not done the final modes as I said earlier by opening up the VHF
>side of the rig for receive You open it up for INTERMODE also!!! That
>is all for today NS1R STEVE


>*** END OF MSG # 43795 from NS1R @ KA1TUZ.FN42JH.MA.USA.NOAM





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From: [e-mail] (Edward Lewis)
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Subject: ICOM 736 tone encode
Date: Sat, 09 Dec 1995 17:55:33 GMT
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I have a communications specialist te-64 tone encoder that I would
like to add to my 736, but I don't know which connection to make in
the radio. Has anyone done this. I know I have only one connection to
make and it is on connector J33. J33 has 3 pins and one of them is
ground so that leaves me a choice of 2 .One is labeled SBTN on the
schematic and the other is labeled TONV .
73 Ed Lewis    KE6KEP



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From: [e-mail] (palermo)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Icom Batt on HTX-202
Date: 11 Dec 1995 13:18:38 -0500
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I am using a W&W Associates battery on my 202. The bat # is: WC-0242J2-IC8.

Occaisionally I get the Error-2 message, which I know is caused by the higher

battery voltage (8.4 @ 1400ma). If I open up the battery and REMOVE 1 AA cell,

causing a decrease in voltage (& current), would this stop the radio from

freaking out?

 Thanks



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Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: ICOM IC-706 Mods?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
From: Bill Harwood <[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 7 Dec 1995 20:18:11 GMT
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I know this is redundant but ....

I just ordered an IC-706 becase my FT747 in my mobile gave up the ghost.
I had planned to wait a while but now I am anticipating the brown truck
bringing mine.

The MODs FTP does not have any IC-706 mods and I have not been
collecting them, so if someone has a collection I would really
appreciate having them.

Thanks so much,


  \------------------------------------------------------/
   \  Bill Harwood           U play it, I'll dance it   /
    \ AB6DY                         or                 /
     \                      I'll play it, U dance it  /
      \----------------------------------------------/




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From: Ray Wilson <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: ICOM IC-720A Questions...
Date: 11 Dec 1995 10:46:59 GMT
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Folks, I just got an IC-720A in a trade.  Does anybody have any words of
wisdom concerning this radio?  Tips on operation, etc?  The radio seems
to be in pretty fair shape, so hope fully it doesn't need too much work.
Is the radio worth putting any money into, say returning it to ICOM for
grooming, and possibly some corrective maintenance?

Thanks for your help.


73

Ray



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From: [e-mail]
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Subject: Re: ICOM IC-720A Questions...
Date: 11 Dec 1995 18:28:31 GMT
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>   Ray Wilson <[e-mail]> writes:
>  Folks, I just got an IC-720A in a trade.  Does anybody have any words of
>  wisdom concerning this radio?  Tips on operation, etc?  The radio seems
>  to be in pretty fair shape, so hope fully it doesn't need too much work.
>  Is the radio worth putting any money into, say returning it to ICOM for
>  grooming, and possibly some corrective maintenance?
>

One tip on operation with the 720A is to never try to receive in crowded band conditions.

You may want to invest in an audio DSP unit.

Dave

Email: [e-mail]



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From: [e-mail] (Lance Halle)
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Subject: Re: ICOM IC-720A Questions...
Date: 12 Dec 1995 02:38:07 GMT
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In article <4ah273$[e-mail]>,
   Ray Wilson <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Folks, I just got an IC-720A in a trade.  Does anybody have any words of
>wisdom concerning this radio?  Tips on operation, etc?  The radio seems
>to be in pretty fair shape, so hope fully it doesn't need too much work.
>Is the radio worth putting any money into, say returning it to ICOM for
>grooming, and possibly some corrective maintenance?

        I too have a 720A and it had been very good. I checked with Icom about
 returning it for alignment and was advised I would probably spend between
$100 and $200. I decided to use it as is, and don't regret it. Also, there are
a couple of parts that are no longer available, so you don't want to invest
too much in it. I believe that bandswitch relay and the microprocessor are on
the endangered species list.

Lance Halle KC7FVX


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dfdf



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On 8 Dec 1995, My name is... wrote:
> I used to subscribe to Newsletters from a company in Florida.  The newletter
> contained mods.
> It was called something like "International Computers ????????"
> Does anyone know if they still exist?
> thanks,
> Ken  N1KK

Hi Ken... The company was called International Radio & Computers....
The last business store front is closed. You might contact its owner:
N8RT Rob Phorence.... of Ft.Pierce or Pt. St. Lucie, Fl, Area code 407.
Good Luck - this guy was fun to watch...
De Tom KD4QHH



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From: Brian Kitaoka <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Info on Radius PR3000 pager
Date: 10 Dec 1995 08:45:13 GMT
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Charlie,

Sounds like the PR3000's (also known at the Motorola Keynote) was a part
of the paging system Motorola had called the RPB50.  the keyboard was
sold with PR3000 pagers.

The 12/88, 14/88 is most likely the two digit pager code 12, & 14.  The
RPB 50 system was designed to accept two-digit entries.  You could also
have group call (why the 88 was the common group call).

If you need more info, email me & I can look into this unit for you from
the Service Manual/ programming information.
\

73's




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>
> If you need more info, email me & I can look into this unit for you from
> the Service Manual/ programming information.
> \
>
>

I surely would love to have the tone info from the manual. THanks a load.
I need the tone in Hz. for my TP154 controller to send.

Charlie Rubenstein
KB8BWE@N8LHG.#CIN.OH.USA.NA
[e-mail]




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From: [e-mail] (Kenneth E. Harker)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: INFO WANTED: Ten Tec 2510
Date: 13 Dec 1995 06:32:40 GMT
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    I'm looking for any information anyone might have about price or
availability anywhere concerning a rather old model of Ten Tec radio.  I
read a 1985 magazine review about the Ten Tec 2510, which was a
combination 440MHz SSB/CW transmitter and 2m->10m SSB/CW transverter
intended for OSCAR communications.
I called Ten Tec today, and the gentleman I spoke with did not recognize
the model.  If anyone knows where I might find more information on this
radio or if anyone has one they may be interested in selling, I would
appreciate an e-mail.

Thanks in advance.

---------------------------------------------------------------------
Kenneth E. Harker                               [e-mail]
University of Texas at Austin
Department of the Computer Sciences               Amateur call: N1PVB
Taylor Hall TAY 2.124
Austin, TX 78712-1188 USA     http://www.cs.utexas.edu/users/kharker/
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From: Poltergeist <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: INFO WNTD for KYODO kg109 PMR
Date: Sun, 10 Dec 95 19:05:32 GMT
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Hi there.

I've just bought a Kyodo KG109 PMR programmed for 70cms and I wonder
if anyone out there has any useable info on this excellent radio?
I think the UK sales people are Key Comms somewhere down south,
can anyone confirm this? If so then their address would be helpfull.
The other main details I'm after is a Circuit Diagram, a pinout for
the speaker/mike connector and programming details for the EPROM.

Many thanks for reading this msg and in advance for any replies.


73's & 88's    Roy (G7KGT)  [[e-mail]]

Also listening on GB3MA (433.025) in the manchester UK area.




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From: [e-mail] (Clark Savage Turner)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Is Kenwood loosing it or what?
Date: 11 Dec 1995 16:44:31 -0800
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Lest we forget....the practical history of these rigs....

It seems the first runs of many rigs go through a shake down period.
I have heard, but never experienced this, with the Kenwood 440
and 940 series, where Kenwood was breaking relatively new ground.

I have owned a 440 and 940, neither of which has had the slightest
design problems show up. I love my 440 dearly, as do many others I
know. In fact, my 440 with IRCI filters throughout, and a few other
simple mods still impresses me more than a whole lot of newer radios
out there.  It has chugged along trouble free for the three years
I have owned it.

I have several friends with 850's, and I really respect that radio,
when you are buying Japanese.  I have recently had a patriotic rebirth
and am buying American now, so I have the Ten Tec OMNI VI which I
am very pleased with.

Clark
WA3JPG


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Subject: Re: Is Kenwood loosing it or what?
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Don,

   See my early post about my kenwood 732 problems. In short, repair time
is up to a MONTH in length! I'm switching. I wonder if anyone from kenwood
every reads this newsgroup?

JB.




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From: [e-mail] (Ronald H Steinberg)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: JPS ANC-4 vs Null Steerer
Date: 11 Dec 1995 10:00:34 GMT
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Has anyone compared the ANC-4 and the null steerer as described
in the  July 94 QST? Any comments from users of the null steerer?

                  Ron K9IKZ


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From: STEVE LOWE <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: K1EA's DVP card
Date: 10 Dec 1995 20:42:53 GMT
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Hello
        Can anybody tell me where I can find a K1EA Digital Voice
Processor card, I have been in touch with K1EA, but unfortunately
they do not make them any more. Failing that can anybody
recommend another card similar to K1EA's DVP.

Thanks Steve G0OYQ
ax25:-  G0OYQ@GB7HUL#15.GBR.EU
e-mail:- 100416,[e-mail]
Home Page:-   http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/G0OYQ

--
Steve Lowe G0OYQ


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From: [e-mail] (Clark Savage Turner)
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Subject: Re: Kenwod TS-180S vs TS-830S
Date: 11 Dec 1995 16:39:00 -0800
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In <4a8ear$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Kirby Powell) writes:

>In article <Pine.BSD/[e-mail]>, Kory Hamzeh <[e-mail]> says:
>>I have an opertunity to purchase a Kenwood TS-180S with 500 HZ CW filter
>>but to power supply for $475 or a TS-830S (no CW filter but has power

>I have an 830 and have worked other solid state rigs but not the 180. FWIW, I'm very pleased
...
>like the power output - depending on band, I get 110 to 150 watts out with the tube finals. The
>180 is 100 watts as I recall. In marginal conditions, that little extra power can help. Many owners

Have you ever heard a 1 db increase in signal?  Even a 2 db increase?  I
am honestly curious.  I dispute your point that 110-150 watts can make a
difference over 100 watts in any practical sense.  I have tried that
but absolutely never found that the other station could tell the difference.
I do not distinguish between two transmitters unless the power is doubled,
and even then, it is a very small difference as far as I can tell.

Clark
WA3JPG


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Subject: Kenwood Dual Band 2/220
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 I have a Kenwood 621A 2 meter/220 mobile dual band radio.  Radio is in very good condition with some scratches to sides.
     Operates flawless.  Want to sell to get 2 meter/440 mobile.  Asking $425.00  might consider trade to dual band 440.
     If interested contact:  [e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Cyril Parisot)
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Subject: Kenwood R5000 software
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I am searching a macintosh software for a Kenwood R5000, and I have found
only "FreqValet" is there another soft ?


Thanks


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From: [e-mail] (marc front  AA3JQ)
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Subject: Re: Kenwood TM-221A malfunction
Date: 8 Dec 1995 18:08:35 GMT
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In article <[e-mail]>, Wayne Ridley
<[e-mail]> wrote:

> According to my manual for that rig, ther IS a lithium battery
> in there someplace. That's most likely the cause of your problem
> with lost memories.
>
>
> Wayne
> VE3 LFB
>
> Charles Williamson wrote:
> >
> > I have a Kenwood TM-221A 2-meter mobile that has developed a perculiar
> > problem. After the unit has been off for 15 - 30 minutes it forgets all of
> > its settings (memory frequencies, etc.), even though I am sure it has an
> > uninterupted 13v supply. It does this on the bench too. I have looked in
> > the unit for a lithium battery but I don't see one.
> >
> > Possibly a related problem: the LCD display has lost some of its contrast.
> > The unit still transmitts ok, so I don't believe the problem lies with the
> > car battery or the power connections, and like I said, it has the same
> > troubles on the bench.
> >
> > Any ideas??
> >
> > Charlie Williamson  KB0CDO
IF THE 221 IS LAID OUT LIKE THE 231 AND 241, YOU WILL FIND YOUR BATTERY IN
THE FRONT OF THE RADIO.  AFTER YOU TAKE THE TOP AND BOTTOM COVERS OFF,
REMOVE THE FRONT PANEL AND IT SHOULD BE ON THE PC BOARD OF THE FRONT
PANEL.  YOU NEED TO BE VERY CAREFUL IF YOU MAKE THE REPLACEMENT YOURSELF
THAT YOU DONT SHORT THE NEW BATTERY WHEN INSTALLING IT.

GOOD LUCK

MARC   AA3JQ


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From: lloyd korb <[e-mail]>
Subject: Kenwood TS-830S
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My TS-830S has problems with the AF UNIT PC board (X49-1140-00). Does
anyone haave a service manual that shows a picture of the foil side
and component side of this board.  It would sure help in troubleshooting.

Lloyd Korb   K8DIO

[e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Don Russ)
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Subject: Kenwood TS690S  Any mods?
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This is a posting for KD5RO.  He would like to hear of any mods for the
TS690S, out of band, audio, feature enable etc.  Please post to the group
and copy me.

Thanks.
--
Don Russ                            Microwave Data Systems, Rochester, NY
Advanced Development Engineer       a California Microwave Co.
N2CZL@WB2PSI.#wny.ny.usa.na         [e-mail]  http://www.mdsroc.com



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From: Danie Brynard <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: Kenwood TS690S  Any mods?
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I am also collecting mods for the TS690S. Not that the radio need
any, just for fun. However there is only one mod I know of: to make
it transmit over a wider range for use with SHF transverters.

Are there any other that you know of ?



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From: "Edwin J. Bailen (& sometimes Irene Beattie)" <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: Limits to DSP?
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On Mon, 4 Dec 1995, James Mills wrote:

> Date: Mon, 4 DEC 1995 11:35:08 GMT
> From: James Mills <jmills@.MISSING-HOST-NAME.>
> Newgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
> Subject: Re: Limits to DSP?
>
> >Suppose we wanted to do DSP at a "real" IF, say 9 MHz.
>
> Well, Nyquist's Theorem states that maintain the information conteained in your
> real-time signal, the discrete time signal must have a minimum sample frequency
> of double, ie 18 MHz. However, the greater the sample frequency the greater the
> resolution, a practical solution would be three times, ie 27 MHz.
>
> Yours
>
> James Mills
>
> [e-mail]
>
>
>
You may be more limited by the ADC sampling rate.  I think the military
is using saphire substrates to implement complete digital IFs.  Under
that scenario, additional DSP functions are free.

   Ed Bailen -- N5KZW  /  Irene Beattie -- KA5DYF
          His religion?  Geek Orthodox!



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From: Richard Dowling <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: Limits to DSP?
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[e-mail] (Y100y100) wrote:
>The Nyquist frequency is only necessary to sample and replicate the
>original signal with accuracy.  What many people are not aware of, is that
>it is not necessary to sample at Nyquist rates for communications audio.
>When we refer to a 2X sample, we are generally speaking of high-fidelity
>applications.
>
>Undersampling has been used by the U.S. military with great success for
>many years.
>
>-Paul, N9AZ
Paul is correct, the Nyquist sampling rate with undersampling is twice
the _information_ bandwith. Richard



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On 4 Dec 1995, Tom Clark wrote:

>
> On the other hand, if you want to do something with DSP over a ~20 kHz bandwidth,
> then the tables are turned. You can use a simple Sound Blaster (44.1 kHz sampling
> rate) in a high-end PC and do IF processing easily with hardware you can buy
> today at Circuit City. It's only $oftware!
>
>
> 73 de Tom, W3IWI

Hi Tom,

Has anyone written any code to do this on a PC soundcard? I've been
looking around for such software.

Thanks,
Kory
KE6VWO



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From: [e-mail](Mark Ennamorato )
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Subject: Re: Limits to DSP?
Date: 12 Dec 1995 02:33:54 GMT
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Ed and James,

In reality, it is only necessary to sample at 2 times the INFORMATION
bandwidth.  SO... with the IF of 9 MHz and an audio (assuming something
like SSB or AM or CW) bandwidth of a few kilohertz, you would only have
to sample (theoretically) at 2 times that bandwidth.  Now, this is how
we implement modems that run at IF's of 70 MHz and sample at only 10-20
MHz, with data rates of up to 128 kbps.  The tricky part is sample such
that IMAGES of the IF do not fall into the passband of the
'sub-sampled' signal.  (This is called sub-sampling by the way).  For
audio signals like SSB etc, you could sample at a few MHz, then
decimate to several 10's of kilohertz (like 10-20 kHz) and do all the
audio recovery/processing with a simple (Analog Devices type )DSP chip.
By the way, sub-sampling also gets you a 'free' down-conversion too!

I am surprised no Ham gear is built this way yet.  It has become very
inexpensive.  Almost all satellite comm gear is now built this way.  I
have built a complete satellite modem for about $500 (tx and rx).  This
would be much less expensive with a 9 MHz type system.

Mark Ennamorato



In <Pine.BSD/[e-mail]> "Edwin J.
Bailen (& sometimes Irene Beattie)" <[e-mail]> writes:
>
>On Mon, 4 Dec 1995, James Mills wrote:
>
>> Date: Mon, 4 DEC 1995 11:35:08 GMT
>> From: James Mills <jmills@.MISSING-HOST-NAME.>
>> Newgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
>> Subject: Re: Limits to DSP?
>>
>> >Suppose we wanted to do DSP at a "real" IF, say 9 MHz.
>>
>> Well, Nyquist's Theorem states that maintain the information
conteained in your
>> real-time signal, the discrete time signal must have a minimum
sample frequency
>> of double, ie 18 MHz. However, the greater the sample frequency the
greater the
>> resolution, a practical solution would be three times, ie 27 MHz.
>>
>> Yours
>>
>> James Mills
>>
>> [e-mail]
>>
>>
>>
>You may be more limited by the ADC sampling rate.  I think the
military
>is using saphire substrates to implement complete digital IFs.  Under
>that scenario, additional DSP functions are free.
>
>   Ed Bailen -- N5KZW  /  Irene Beattie -- KA5DYF
>          His religion?  Geek Orthodox!
>



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[e-mail](Mark Ennamorato ) wrote:

>In reality, it is only necessary to sample at 2 times the INFORMATION
>bandwidth.  SO... with the IF of 9 MHz and an audio (assuming something
>like SSB or AM or CW) bandwidth of a few kilohertz, you would only have
>to sample (theoretically) at 2 times that bandwidth.

>                                                            For
>audio signals like SSB etc, you could sample at a few MHz, then
>decimate to several 10's of kilohertz (like 10-20 kHz) and do all the
>audio recovery/processing with a simple (Analog Devices type )DSP chip.
>By the way, sub-sampling also gets you a 'free' down-conversion too!

Some references on this approach would be of interest.

It strikes me that by decimating you are throwing lots of information away,
information that might be useful for reducing noise. If you decimate from
9 MHz to the range you suggest then you are keeping only .2% of the samples!

I presume there is a flaw in my logic somewhere but I don't see it!

[e-mail]



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From: [e-mail] (robert kenneth casto)
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I am looking to buy another Icom IC-2GXAT.  I got one in the past
used for about $200 and would like to find another one.  It is a
hand held 2 meter radio.  If you are looking to sell yours and
upgrade to something nicer, please let me know.  I want this
specific radio because I have all of the accessories for it.  Thanks
and hope to hear from you soon.

--
Robert K. Casto             ___   __      | Making computers do things is |
[e-mail]   /  / /__  /  / | easy, it's getting them to do |
[e-mail]    /__/  __/ /__/  | it right that is hard.        |
http://www.cis.ohio-state.edu/~casto/     |           (My self)           |


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lbliao



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Please contact via email.
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lbliao



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lbliao


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lbliao



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lbliao



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From: "Jimmy D. Burrell" <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: Major brands factory repair time survey
Date: 13 Dec 1995 03:10:02 GMT
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I had to send my kenwood 732 back because of UHF receiver problems. It took
a MONTH!! This is my last kenwood purchase! I'm switching to YAESU.



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Subject: Re: Major brands factory repair time survey
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Stay away from the A brand too. The only advantage with Alinco
is they will fix it pretty quick after it breaks.




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From: [e-mail] (Dave van De Kerk)
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Subject: Manual for Standard 6-5608-DA mobile
Date: 11 Dec 95 19:37:58 GMT
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A friend asked me for info on obtaining a used or photocopy
of a manual for a Standard Radio.

Standard Twin Band
6-5608-DA
50 watt 2m/440 mobile

He will pay any reasonable photocopy and shipping charged gladly,
or will buy a used copy of the manual.

Thank you.
 ===============================================
 This message does not constitute any official or unofficial statement or
 policy of American Turnkey or any other organization, corporation or
 institution.
 -----------------
 David P. van De Kerk             Manager, Systems Integration
 American Turnkey                 Santa Ana, CA USA
 714-557-9050 voice               714-557-9056 FAX   [e-mail]
 KE6GXD


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From: Will <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Mobile ANTENNA  info needed
Date: Wed, 13 Dec 1995 01:40:31 -0800
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Hello , I would like to get info on the *screwdriver* mobile antenna.
Are there any building plans or can I buy it as a kit.
Any info is welcome.
Thanks 73 de Will,  KN6DV


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From: [e-mail] (Terry Calof)
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Subject: Re: MODIF for IC-2GXAT
Date: 7 Dec 1995 22:08:12 GMT
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In article <49vc43$[e-mail]>, "Danny BΘlisle"
<[e-mail].> wrote:

> Hello!
> My name is Danny (VE2DKA) from QuΘbec, Canada and i would like the
> modification for my Icom IC-2GXAT (Transmit and received).
> If you have it, please send my it at my E-mail.
> [e-mail]
> Thank you very much!!!
> Danny BΘlisle, VE2DKA.

If you didn't vote for separation, I'll send it to you.


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From: David Mclean <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Mods needed for alinco 610 moble!
Date: 12 Dec 1995 01:53:15 GMT
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Can someine please send me the alinco 610 mods. I can't find then on any
ftp site. thanks



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From: [e-mail] (n4jvp)
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Subject: Re: Monitor causes RFI on TV
Date: Mon, 11 Dec 1995 20:51:34 GMT
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On 11 Dec 1995 13:25:40 -0500, [e-mail] (palermo)
wrote:

>I have a GoldStar computer that causes RFI on the tvs in my building. When
>
>the monitor is on, TV channels 2-5 show an oscillating line running across.
>
>I put RF chokes (from Radio Shack) on the AC line and monitor cable to no
>
>avail. What else can I try? The monitor is aprox 5 years old and is a color.
>
> As a last resort, if I need to have it serviced, aprox how much $$$ and is it
>
>worth repairing?
>
> Thanks
>

        I assume that the building you are speaking of is multiple
occupancy (apartments, condos etc.) and that the televisions are
commercial cable-connected. If this is the case check out your
television(s) and make sure that all the cable connections are tight.
If this doesn't help call the cable people, it could be poor shielding
in the coax. Saving a couple of pennies on each cable hook-up can save
the cable company a lot of money over all.
        As far as repair versus buying new, make certain that the RF
is emanating from the monitor and not another part of the hardware
(keyboard cables are notorious for being poorly shielded). Put RF
chokes on all computer cables and AC lines, check that the case is
securely anchored to the chassis, etc. before spending any big bucks.
        If you decide the monitor is the problem, I would suggest a
getting a new one unless the one you have is a top-of-the-line model.
You've gotten your money's worth out of the old one and can always
keep it for a spare or sell it.
        I experience noticibleTVI (minor cross-hatching) on channel
two on a television about 8 feet away from the computer desk but the
television in the next room is unaffected. These televisions are not
cable-connected.
        hope this gives you some insight
73 de N4JVP
Fritz


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Subject: Monitor causes RFI on TV
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I have a GoldStar computer that causes RFI on the tvs in my building. When

the monitor is on, TV channels 2-5 show an oscillating line running across.

I put RF chokes (from Radio Shack) on the AC line and monitor cable to no

avail. What else can I try? The monitor is aprox 5 years old and is a color.

 As a last resort, if I need to have it serviced, aprox how much $$$ and is it

worth repairing?

 Thanks



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From: [e-mail] (Robert J. Carpenter)
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Subject: More on IC-706
Date: 11 Dec 95 22:15:37 GMT
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I've read the past 2+ months of archives on the IC-706.  Surely one of
the main problems is overly optimistic advertising.  I haven't mod'ed
mine, but offer the following analyses, mostly concerning reception on
the FM BC band (the nearest FM BC station is about 9 miles distant):

> The WBFM IF bandwidth is something like 500 kHz with broad skirts, far
far too wide to be useable in any major metropolitan area.  The Baltimore
/ Washington area has many stations spaced 400 or even 200 kHz apart.
There is no hope for the 706 to separate them.

> It is very common for FM stations to be spaced 10.4, 10.6, 10.8 or 11.0
MHz apart.  The 10.7 MHz WBFM IF is so wide, and even moderately strong
stations drive the rig into intermod, that this problem severely limits
FM BC reception.  OK, 10.6 and 10.8 MHz spacings must be quite a few miles
apart.

> The WBFM first IF is at 70.7 MHz.  The color subcarrier of my local TV
channel 4 is at 70.8+ MHz, which is well within the WBFM IF.

> I have two pairs of FM BC stations, one of each pair about 10 miles
away, the other 30 miles distant, where the spacing is exactly 9.0 MHz,
the second IF frequency on all but WBFM.

I've added a high-pass 88 MHz filter with nulls at 70.8 and CH 4 and 5
video carriers; also a trap tuned to one strong local FM station.  Now I
can use the preamp above 120 MHz on the aircraft band and actually hear a
weather station.  The FM BC performance is still very unsatisfactory.
Lots of intermod on FM BC, even with the attenuator switched in.   I get
the impression that the LO inject level may be inadequate.

Other than the above, resulting from the ads not matching reality, the
706 is a nice little rig.

73 be Bob  w3otc



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From: [e-mail]
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Subject: Re: More on IC-706
Date: 13 Dec 95 10:42:24 EET
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In article <Pine.SOL.3.91.951211171439.23879A-100000@DGS>, [e-mail] (Robert J. Carpenter) writes:

Thanks for the analysis, Bob. I have observed similar symptoms but
did not look at the numbers so closely before.

>> It is very common for FM stations to be spaced 10.4, 10.6, 10.8 or 11.0
> MHz apart.  The 10.7 MHz WBFM IF is so wide, and even moderately strong
> stations drive the rig into intermod, that this problem severely limits
> FM BC reception.  OK, 10.6 and 10.8 MHz spacings must be quite a few miles
> apart.

Here in Helsinki area we have one 300 m tower (YLE) with at least five
high power BC transmitters (50-60 kW ERP) and a few lower power transmitters.
It is about 8 km from my QTH.

The local commercial stations have a common 100m tower with at least
3-4 transmitters, about 8 km to the other direction from my QTH.
The field strength from the YLE is about 20 dB higher than from
the commercial stations (60-70 vs. 40-50 dBuV with a short whip).

There are two pairs of high power stations with 10.5 and 11.0 MHz
separation. Lower power pairs can be found with 10.9 and 10.7 MHz
separation.

Some of the lower power stations are nearly impossible to hear with
the IC706. If you attenuate the signal enough to remove the intermod,
the real signal is too weak. With careful pointing of the 2 meter
beam it is possible to attenuate the interfering stations enough
to receive the weak one.

However, last week I took the rig to the central Finland and again
just 2-3 km from another YLE powerhouse. Fortunately the 4 transmitters
did not form any pairs close to the 10.7 MHz separation.

The receiver was almost acceptable in those conditions. There was just
not much to listen to there...

> I've added a high-pass 88 MHz filter with nulls at 70.8 and CH 4 and 5
> video carriers; also a trap tuned to one strong local FM station.  Now I
> can use the preamp above 120 MHz on the aircraft band and actually hear a
> weather station.  The FM BC performance is still very unsatisfactory.
> Lots of intermod on FM BC, even with the attenuator switched in.   I get
> the impression that the LO inject level may be inadequate.

I have been planning to connect a lowpass 80 MHz filter to receive the
66-73 MHz East European FM band. Now it is OK with NBFM but covered by
intermod on WBFM.

Would need a few coaxial switches to use separate filters for all of the
VHF segments. Or a controller sitting on the CI-V bus and switching the
relays or diode switches automatically.

> Other than the above, resulting from the ads not matching reality, the
> 706 is a nice little rig.
>
> 73 be Bob  w3otc

That seems to be the common opinion around here, too.

t. Arto, OH2BGN
--
Arto Harjula                      tel [phone]   fax [phone]
Nokia Telecommunications / PMR    [e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (bill)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Motorola Maxtracs Lowband(6meter) Mods wanted
Date: 12 Dec 1995 16:00:27 GMT
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Does Anyone have or know how to modify the LowBand Maxtracs to cover
the 6 meter band. I have A maxtrac, but the highest it will go
it 51.995 Mhz. The radio takes the freqs into memory, but will not
x-mit. Please e-mail responces.


73,

Bill,
KA3MFN/4


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From: [e-mail] (Harrison Cooper)
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Subject: Motorola MCX-100 programming
Date: 12 Dec 1995 13:03:42 -0700
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Keywords: MCX100
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I have a Motorola MCX100, a 16 channel VHF mobile, that
requires a prom to be burned with the programming data.
I have an "instruction" sheet, so most of it I can
figure out, but the info on setting up the channels
to scan is pretty sketchy.  I dumped the existing prom
contents (but lost them when I tried to go from the
Unisite to a floppy - didn't set 'b') in hopes to get
some usefull data.  I'll have to pull the prom again
and read it, again.

So, does anyone have a little program already done that
sets the bit pattern so scan can be enabled on all the
channels ?

If, and when, I figure it out, I'll post the results for
all that care.

73

[e-mail]

--
| Harrison Cooper                    | email : hcooper@.es.com            |
| Hardware Design                    | Phone : [phone]               |
| Evans & Sutherland Computer Corp.  | Radio : N7KST  147.04 R,           |
| Salt Lake City, Utah  84158        | 1G617   Davis County ARES 147.42 S |


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From: [e-mail] (Harland MacKenzie)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: my FT530 battery pack is dead!!!
Date: 5 Dec 1995 20:13:54 GMT
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Andrew Litt ([e-mail]) wrote:
: I have had an FT530 for about 2 1/2 years now, and it's given me outstanding
: service all the while. Unfortunately, my battery pack (7.2v 600mAh FNB-26)
2 1/2 years is great on one pack mine lasted about 18 months.

: first big question is: how do you get the thing open? There seem to be no
: screws or clips holding it together. Also, once I do get the pack open, should
Try putting it in the freezer ( yes I said freezer ) then giving it a
good wack and pry with a screw driver. Is this a sure fire method, No.
Could you ruin the pack, Yes.  If the pack is dead anyways what do you
have to loose.  To put it back together try some epoxy or crazy glue.
This trick worked for me, but I think I was lucky.

: I replace all of the cells,

Replace them all.  You must have a matched ( or close to ) pack.

--
Harland MacKenzie, B.Eng., M.Eng.
Dundas, Ontario
[e-mail]
[e-mail]
VE3HMI on 146.43


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From: [e-mail] (Collier Chun)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Mystery Coax
Date: Fri, 08 Dec 95 07:43:02 PST
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In article <4a748k$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>M17/60-RG 142  MIL-C17F 12814 THERMAX RG-142E
>
Per my Belden catalog, M17/60-RG142 is 50 ohm coax, with TFE Teflon
insulation.  Shield is 2 silver coated copper, 2.3 ohm/M, 98% shield
coverage.  69.5% velocity factor, 29 pf/foot.

MHz:     loss db/100 ft
1           0.34
10          1.2
50          2.7
100        3.9
200        5.6
400        8.2
700       11.0
900       12.5
1000     13.5

This is close to the performance of RG-8X.




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Subject: Re: Mystery Coax
Date: 8 Dec 1995 18:56:34 GMT
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In <4a748k$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Bob McGuire) writes:
>
>M17/60-RG 142  MIL-C17F 12814 THERMAX RG-142E
Bob

Centre is silver coated, copper covered steel.  Teflon Insulation, tinned
copper braid (+93% coverage)  50 ohms impedance.  tinted brown FEP
jacket.

attenuation is
50 mhz 2.7 db/100
100      3.9 db/100
400      8.2 db/100  (rg58 is abt 11 db/100)
                           (rg 8 is 4.2 db/100)




Villy G. Madsen  VE6SQ



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From: [e-mail] (Leigh)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: NS1R's Dubious Icom 706 VHF TX Mod
Date: 12 Dec 1995 04:45:54 GMT
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Well, it look's like NS1R's claim of seeing an Icom bulletin
mod sheet with extended VHF TX for the Icom 706, is dubious.
Tonight on Packet he put out the following message stating:
"I DO NOT HAVE the extended VHF TX MODE" (sic) for the Icom
706.  This totally contradicts his messages of a few days
earlier.

Something is very flaky here... sorry to have
reposted his misinformation on Internet.  --Leigh/KM6JE.

------------------------------------------------------------
From: [e-mail]
To  : QUERY@USA

Hi, I got the Icom 706 TX mode for 1.8 to 54 MHZ. Simply remove diode #59.

I also have the mode for vhf restored sensitivity (135 to 175 mhz).
Simply cut Jumper #4 (yellow wire) on the bottom of the radio on the
"POWER OUTPUT DECK".

I DO NOT HAVE the extended VHF TX MODE FOR OUT OF USA 2 meter band.  I
know this is possible because I have heard several other hams talking
about it but I need to know.  I have heard a rumer (semi reliable) that
Removing Jumper #60 that is right next to Jumper #59 on the top of the
main PCB and cutting jumper # #W4 which is just inbetween #D57 and D72
on the Main PCB (center of pcb).

I want to hear from anyone that has done this succesfully befor I
undertake the mod.  I am possitive that this mod exists .  Salesmen at
the local Ham stores find it easy and safer (want to keep their jobs)
by simply denying that there are modes when they have done them
themselves!!! DO NOt take their word for it! STEVE NS1R
@KA1TUZ.#EMA.MA.USA.NA

*** END OF MSG # 44350 from NS1R @ KA1TUZ.FN42JH.MA.USA.NOAM



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From: [e-mail] (Robert Smits)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc
Subject: Old style Yaesu mic connectors now available again
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Sat, 09 Dec 1995 16:54:00 PST
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Some time ago, someone posted looking for mic connectors to fit on the old
style Yaesu FT-207R handhelds. These are a six pin audio connector, and I
think were also used by Wilson, though I never had one of those.

I was browsing through a catalog I picked up recently in Vancouver, BC at
RP Electronics, and lo and behold, there they were.

The part number is 359-100 for the mic cord plug, and 359-105 for the
matching chassis mount jack. (The female end)

Prices were listed as $12.95 Canadian for the 359-100s, in quantities of
1-9, and $9.95 for the 359-105s in the same quantities.

RP is at 2113 West 4th Ave, Vancouver, BC, V6K 1N7, their phone number is
[phone], Fax [phone].

I have no connection with RP whatever, but if some of you are still
looking for these connectors, I suggest you give them a call.
--
[e-mail]

Sometimes you're the windshield, and sometimes you're the bug.
                                     Mark Knopfler


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From: [e-mail]@*user@*site.*domain.org.org (SAM BRADSHAW)
Date: 10 Dec 95 20:35:00
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: PB-26
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Hello, i'm looking for a PB-26(or 26S) battery pack for my Kenwood TR-2600A.
if you have one, please reply here or to [e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Bryan King)
Subject: Re: Pls Help W/ TenTec 570 Info
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The Ten-Tec Century 21 Model 574 was my first rig!  I bought it new
from a radio dealer in Medford, MA in 1980.  It was perfect for a novice
station.  At the time I could only work CW on the HF bands and did quite
a bit of that.  This rig served me well over the years.

I'd say that its a fair price and a very inexpensive way to enter the
hobby considering the cost of new equipment.  For novices, this may be
the best way to get onto HF and improve your code speed.

An external DSP may solve your QRM problems.  The filtering was not all
that spectacular.  I recently purchased a Radio Shack DSP unit for
$50.00 that I'm currently using with my Ten-Tec Scout.  It does a pretty
good job of eliminating QRM and I cannot complain about the price.



73's

Bryan


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From: [e-mail] (Jay Hillgen)
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I was wondering if it would be harmful (to the supplies) if I was
to wire three switching power supplies in series so that their
voltage would in effect, be cumulative.  Is this a good idea?
Thanks!
                                        jay



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[e-mail] (Jay Hillgen) writes:

>I was wondering if it would be harmful (to the supplies) if I was
>to wire three switching power supplies in series so that their
>voltage would in effect, be cumulative.  Is this a good idea?
>Thanks!
>                                       jay


I had the same idea. Wouldn't it be like using two audio amps in
a 'bridge' arrangement?

Let us know how you get on.

Murray Kelly. vk4aok.



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From: [e-mail] (Gary McDuffie, Sr.)
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On Sun, 10 Dec 1995 06:01:00 GMT, [e-mail] (LEO PARENT)
wrote:

>> What's the difference between a regulated and unregulated power
>> supply?

>> Chad

> regulated keeps the dc volts clean and near ripple free (near pure
> direct current) unregulated dc IS NOT prefered in solid state
> devices - NO NO NO  kb2wk Leo

No, not exactly.  A regulated supply will hold the same voltage with
varying load current and input voltage (both within specified ratings).
You can have a ripple free supply that is not regulated.  You may be
confusing filtering with regulating.  A poorly filtered, or unfiltered
supply will have ripple and other trash on its output.  For that matter,
you can have ripple on a regulated supply.  Generally, though, today's
regulated supplies are very clean.
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C(>What's the difference between a regulated and unregulated power
C(>supply?
C(>
C(>Chad
C(>
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C(>
regulated keeps the dc volts clean and near ripple free (near pure
direct current) unregulated dc IS NOT prefered in solid state
devices - NO NO NO  kb2wk Leo

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From: [e-mail] (shatter)
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I have been looking to get an amp for 2 meters to use with my dual band
FT-51R HT radio... I looked at the RF Concepts VHF 1-60 amp... it
supposidly gives 60 watts out with 1-8 watts in... is this amp any good?

Thanks

Chad
KE6ZTC



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From: [e-mail] (Bruce Kay)
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Subject: Qs about station RF grounding
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I am trying to set up my shack, and seem to be running into some RF ground
problems.  I've got about 20 ft. of 10 gauge copper wire running out of my
basement to a ground rod right outside the window (same rod used for the
house's electrical system).  In the shack, this is connected directly to
my antenna tuner and thence to my rig (Kenwood TS-520 soon to be a TenTec
Corsair II).

Am I doing something stupid here?
What do other people use?

Any comments appreciated.

73,

Bruce, N1LLT

--
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Brown University, Box 1978, Providence, RI 02912
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OOPS....You are correct.  I typed 2:1 dash dot ratio.  Should be
3:1...the keying was chopped to 2.7 then 2.5 to 1 at the higher
speeds.

Thanks for pointing this out...sorry.



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Subject: Question: GE Master II at 52.525
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Just aquired 2 of these (1@100 watt and 1@50W).  Both have Pl's and
reeds.  Simple question, who can send me info on disabling of the PL's
and reeds.  Want to use them as carrier not tone squelch.

also...The 100 watt will be put up as a fixed link-able remote base on a
440 system.  How far do I need to "turn down" the 100 watt to let it run
at a high duty cycle (most off, but on at 50% or better during use).

Thanks in advance.

-=Don=-
73' de N2MCG


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DB> Just aquired 2 of these (1@100 watt and 1@50W).  Both have Pl's and
DB> reeds.  Simple question, who can send me info on disabling of the PL's
DB> and reeds.  Want to use them as carrier not tone squelch.

If Mastr IIs are like my Mastr Exec IIs, you just disconnect the PL
board.

Ericson GE should be able to send you the service manual at no
charge.

DB> also...The 100 watt will be put up as a fixed link-able remote base on a
DB> 440 system.  How far do I need to "turn down" the 100 watt to let it run
DB> at a high duty cycle (most off, but on at 50% or better during use).
DB> 73' de N2MCG

I would use 60% of the rated power for typical repeater use, and put
fans on the PA heat sinks.

     Regards, TOM BLACKWELL, N5GAR, PO Box 25403, Dallas, Texas 75225
              [e-mail]                SGL-North Texas
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Date: Mon, 11 Dec 1995 04:13:00 GMT
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I have just come across A bunch of radio, xmtr,rcvr,amp,drivers,
modulation, octals, regulator, etc tubes - I haven't cataloged
them all but if you have a neat antique radio you want to give
life to, or need xmtr driver and final tubes - I might just have
them - I am not a dealer - I had to buy the whole mess to get 3 of
the tubes I Needed. lv msg here [e-mail]

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From: [e-mail] (Greg Kopp)
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Have you ever bought anything from Oklahoma Comm Center (1-800-765-HAMS)??

I'm looking at buying a radio mail order from them. They are $30 cheaper
than most other stores with free shipping and I'm not sure of thier
reliability.

e-mail to [e-mail] or [e-mail]


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Been reliable for me and they ship free.


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From: [e-mail] (S. Sampson)
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[e-mail] (Greg Kopp) writes:

>Have you ever bought anything from Oklahoma Comm Center (1-800-765-HAMS)??

>I'm looking at buying a radio mail order from them. They are $30 cheaper
>than most other stores with free shipping and I'm not sure of thier
>reliability.

They are WAY up on the north side of OKC (maybe even Edmond) and I'm way down
on the south side.  But I've bought several things from them, no problem.
They have a small display area, but are basically geared to mail order.
They've been in business for a few years now.  They try to stay competitive
even when Hams want the wholesale price.  I've seen em sell a radio for
five bucks over wholesale.  I guess there's money in volume...




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I bought one radio from them over two years ago and had no
problems with them or the radio - Yeasu FT-530 Dual bander.



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have purchaced a yeasu ft530
and a icom 706
and a yeasu ft2400
they were $30 less than the competition and exelent attitude
and for an additional $5 they shipped 2 day



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From: [e-mail] (Charles Bacon)
Subject: Restoring HQ-129-X
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I'm thinking about restoring this BA to full glory, and am looking for
any and all pointers and tips. Any key articles on this box would also
be great, and I'm happy to pay for copying and postage.

I'm also interested in finding the best sources of parts, tubes and
components for Hammarlund gear. All help will be appreciated!

Charles F. Bacon
[e-mail]



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Subject: Results:survey of factory repair times
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Thanks to all who wrote in with their comments on this very informal and
non-scientific survey of repair time for major brand radios. I received
13 responses and I will summarize each response:
1). Alinco  "in on Monday, got it back Friday of same week..across the
country"
2). Alinco  "in on Thurs., back the next week on Friday; shipped next day
air at Alinco's expense"
3).Alinco "I broke the radio. Alinco repaired it, had it back to me a few
days later, they shipped it 2nd day air, all free of charge!"
(all three aforementioned hams were very happy customers)

4). TenTec "two weeks"

5).Yaesu "three weeks" incl. shipping VA to CA"
6).Yaesu "about a week. damage my fault. repaired free of charge.
excellent service"
7).Yaesu "eight weeks. fixed original problems but came back with new
problem. new prob. took adtl. one week. Service manager very good.Service
clerks mediocre"
8). Yaesu "three weeks total, from Michigan. No complaints"

9). Icom "IC745 sent to Icom twice for xmit problem. Not fixed and
returned with two more new problems. Now will use local guy for repairs"
10). Icom "have used ICOM gear for long time, always good luck when in
need of advice or parts"
11). Icom "rig at service factory right now. Icom postcard says est.
turnaround time 45 days"

12). Standard "on phone, technician is intelligent about what needs to be
done, price, scheduling, etc."

13). AEA "TNC went in on Monday. Had it back on Thursday"

For some unknown reason, I received not a single response regarding
Kenwood repair service. Anybody ever have a problem with Kenwoods??? One
ham wrote in saying that Kenwood's repair service was actually a
privately contracted company and that Kenwood had sold its Parts and
Service Divisions. This ham did not, however, relay his own repair
experiences with Kenwood or any other company.

Thanks again to all who responded and I hope this helps. If I get more
responses, I'll post them too. 73 de John, KI7JB.




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From: [e-mail] (Gary McDuffie, Sr.)
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On Sun, 10 Dec 1995 11:48:56 -0800, "John T. Young"
<[e-mail]> wrote:

> For some unknown reason, I received not a single response regarding
> Kenwood repair service.

They never break!  <g>
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In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Gary McDuffie, Sr.) writes:
> On Sun, 10 Dec 1995 11:48:56 -0800, "John T. Young"
> <[e-mail]> wrote:
>
>> For some unknown reason, I received not a single response regarding
>> Kenwood repair service.
>
> They never break!  <g>

Well...
I have one Kenmore radio. Once it was in the shop for like 3 months, waiting
for parts. Never again.

I have 4 Yaesu products. I broke one myself and it took Yaesu a little
over a week to fix it, no charge.

Oh and I also now have an old Icom 220 mobile. Works fine, but the ergonomics
are bizzare!

YMMV...
Joe - AA3GN
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Joe Landis - Systems and Network Manager - North American Drager - Telford, PA
[e-mail]                        ..speaking only for myself, of course..


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Well I just sent my F-51R radio to Yaesu to have the 15 Khz Update done
and got a postcard saying it would take them 2 weeks to do it... when I
called them on the phone I was told they have a 5 day max turn around.

Oh well...

Chad



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From: [e-mail] (Clifton T. Sharp)
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In article <[e-mail]> "John T. Young" <[e-mail]> writes:
>9). Icom "IC745 sent to Icom twice for xmit problem. Not fixed and
>returned with two more new problems. Now will use local guy for repairs"
>10). Icom "have used ICOM gear for long time, always good luck when in
>need of advice or parts"
>11). Icom "rig at service factory right now. Icom postcard says est.
>turnaround time 45 days"

About five (?) years ago my IC-02AT went dead because the 5.12 MHz
synthesizer reference crystal stopped working. I called Icom for the
part after looking locally for an off-the-shelf part; I needed the
rig fairly soon for a big public-service event. I sent a check in the
mail and got the crystal.

I put it in and the rig still didn't work. But I was working on it at
someone else's workbench with limited time, so every night when finished
I had to reassemble the rig, and then disassemble it the next night to
work on it.

The third night I opened the rig (carefully, of course) and the flexible
PC "board" connecting the halves cracked, ending my efforts until I could
get a new one. Just for grins, I took the new crystal out of the radio
and subbed it into a microprocessor board nearby. The 6 MHz crystal out
of the uP board oscillated in my radio; the new 5.12 MHz crystal from
Icom didn't oscillate either in the radio or in the uP board.

I called Icom, suggesting that they owed me a crystal AND a flexy
board. The nice lady told me to send it to them and they'd repair it
FREE. I asked her to repeat that. She said to send it to her attention
and she'd see that it was done quickly because of my time constraints.
I shipped the radio UPS 2nd day with a letter reminding them that they
told me they were repairing it FREE.

It was supposed to be fixed the day after it arrived, so after five
days I called to ask about it. Nice-lady wasn't there; technician knew
nothing of any special-handling orders. He looked it up and it was
sitting on a shelf (it had arrived the next day) waiting to be fixed.
I reminded him what I had been told and repeated that I was told it
was to be done FREE, that they should return it if they wanted to
charge me for it; he said 'no problem' and said he'd fix it the next
DAY.

It arrived several days later (was shipped four or five days after
I talked to tech, if I remember right)... UPS *COD*, seventy-something
dollars! The invoice had nasty comments about the terrible job I did
soldering (WHAT soldering? I UNsoldered the bad parts, and did a damn
neat job of it after what was then 25 years of professional electronics
repair experience.) and how I generally messed up everything.

I stopped payment on the check I gave UPS and followed up with a letter
rehashing the situation. Icom never answered me.

I got rid of the radio soon after, and I now own a nice Alinco.

--
   Cliff Sharp                  There are days when no matter which
     WA9PDM                      way you spit, it's upwind.
  [e-mail]       --The First Law of Reality


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From: [e-mail] (RICKCRIDER)
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Another thread for the 'factory repair' thread......

I had an Alinco DJ 580 which had an intermittent problem of memory dumping
and display dumping.    Sent it back 6 (Yes, SIX) times.    On one trip,
they swore that there was no problem and returned it to me after having
performed an 'alignment and adjustment' at no charge to me.   Well,  same
old sh*t.   Sent it back to them.   Called and verbally announced my
disgust with them.   Grant, the  customer service rep (at the time,  they
seem to change)  told me to settle down, that they would send me a brand
new 580 to resolve the year long problem.   Waited.   No radio shows up.
Call them back.   Grant says that no more 580's are available,  and would
send me a DJ582 as a replacement.    Waited.  No radio.  Called them back.
  Grant, (who, though cordial,  is apparently a busy fellow, making all
sorts of promises on the phone) said that his superior had vetoed his
decision and that they had found a 580 to send me.   Eventually, a
different 580 (wrapped in a plastic bag) shows up via ups.   No box,  no
accessories, no warranty, etc, etc,.....but at least it seems to work.
I still use and enjoy my Alinco equipment (eight radios and lots of
accessories) but I sure dread having to send anything back to them.   Had
I foreseen this years ago before investing so much $$$ in so much Alinco
gear, I would have probably have chosen another system to use.   My $.02
worth.  YMMV.
Cordially:
Rick Crider
KD4FXA
Monroe NC


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From: [e-mail] (John Meaker)
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Subject: Re: RF interference in Ford Explorer
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   The way Ford Technical Service Bulletins (TSB) seem to work
is that a TSB only covers a problem for 1 year.  The TSB for the
fuel pump interference in 1993 is 93-15-6.  I'm not sure of
any other year than 1995 (95-11-3).

  In the computer index it can be found under "Fuel System"
"Noise" and "Radio".

   I went to my dealer and asked about TSB 93-15-6, and was told
that it didn't apply to my car, a '95 model.  A mechanic working
close by heard the conversation and asked if it was the RFI
problem and I said it was.

   He then looked in the 1995 TSB to find the current number.  I
asked him if he had done many of these and he replied that he
had done 276 in the previous year alone, and they were easy to
do.

   It turns out that the 276 light trucks were for one customer,
the state, who had bought a fleet and wanted radios installed
in them.  I don't hear the problem on my 2 meter-440 FM radio.
That might be because the antenna is mounted in the middle of
the roof.

   I do suspect that it will show up on HF, though.  It was
quite obvious on my previous car, another Ford.  Since I
planned to trade in that car, I never did get it fixed.

   My dealer seems quite willing to do the repair under
warranty.  If not under warranty time charged will run from
2.5 Hours (88-91 Tempo) down to .7 Hours (91-95 Escort &
89-92 Probe).  The filter is a really simple RFI filter
with two stubs (PN F1PZ-18B925-A).

   I hope this helps.

   John Meaker -=- kr4ah

Clifford Uyeda ([e-mail]) wrote:

: >> [e-mail] (Rhyolite95) wrote:
: >>
: >> >Yes I remember someone getting the factory fix which involved removing the
: >> >pump from the tank and installing filters. If I remember correectly the
: >> >fix was marginal and required more filtering outside the tank. Try some
: >> >ferrite chokes on the fuel pump leads first and make sure the tank is
: >> >grounded well.

: >I have a 1993 Explorer with a Kenwood 742A with 2m,220, and 440
: >installed.  I have two seperate antennas.  One, a COmet BC-10 2m/440,
: and
: >the other a quarter wave 220.  I experience the same problem when
: >transmitting.  Sometimes the cruise control will accelerate, sometime
: >deaccelerate.  When the vehicle was wet a couple of weeks ago, even the
: >rear wiper would cycle on/off!!! Really wierd..I assume that Ford really
: >never decoupled their computers or feed lines very well. I never
: >experienced anything like that with my Toyota 4-Runner prior.  I have
: >heard and read a lot of people having the same identical problems
: though..
: >73,
: >-Tim

   So far haven't had any problem with the cruise control or any other
systems in either this car or my previous car (1991 model).  I did,
however have the antennas mounted in the middle of the roof with an NMO
mount and the radios were well grounded.

: FORD ARTICLE # 95-11-3 (portions copied here)

: A "Whinning/buzzing" noise in the speakers of the entertainment radio or
: two way radio on vehicles with an in-tank electric noise from the fuel
: pump.

: Correction:
: Install an electronic noise RFI filter (F1PZ-18B925-A) on the fuel pump
: inside the fuel tank.  Refer to the following Test Procedure to confirm
: that the concern exists, then refer to the Service Procedure for repair
: details.

: Note: Some light trucks require one (1) RFI filter for each in-tank
: electric fuel pump on Mulit-tank vehicles.

: Test Procedure:
: Fuel pump radio noise is relatively constant and changes only slightly
: with vehicle speed.  If the frequency of the noise varies or the noise
: comes and goes with the vehicle speed, then it is not the fuel pump and
: this fix will not be effective.  The following procedure will help
: determine if the fuel pump is the cause of the radio noise.


: 1. Turn on the radio before the key is turned on ( assuming the radio
: will operate without the ignition key. You may need to put the ingnition
: key in the accessory position).

: 2. Turn the ignition key to the RUN position (do not start the engine).

: 3.  The fuel pump should run for about 1 second witht he key in the RUN
: position with the engine not running. Listen for the noise in the radio.
: If the noise is present while the pump is running and stops when the pump
: stops then the noise is being generated by the pump and this procedure
: should help.

: 1. Remove the fuel pump sender assembly from the fuel tank.  Refer to the
: appropriate Service manual, Section 24-35 for cars/light trucks and
: Section 10-01 for compact trucks, for removal procedure.

: 2. ON vehicles without fuel delivery module, remove the negative and
: positive connectors from the fuel pump.

: a. Cut the wires to the fuel pump 3" from the flange of the fuel pump and
: discard the wires.

: b. connect the RFI filter connectors to the spade terminal on the fuel
: pump.

: c. Cut and solder both the red and black wire of the RFI filter to the
: red and black wires of the flange.  Use shrink tube over the solder
: connections.


: The above in the entirety, including diagrams, can be obtained from

: Patrick Quinn
: Ford Motor Company
: 835 Mason - Suite 200
: Dearborn, MI 48124

: Article TSB 95-11-3


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From: [e-mail] (W8JI  Tom)
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Subject: Re: RF interference in Ford Explorer
Date: 8 Dec 1995 09:29:56 -0500
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In article <4a9cga$[e-mail]>, KF0OS <[e-mail]> writes:

>Does anyone know if this problem/fix is applicable to the Ford
>Aerostar, as well?
>
>KF0OS
>
>

I have all Ford vehicles here, and the pumps are noisy in all of them. I
added external RFI filters at the fuel tanks by using snap on chokes and
.1 MFD bypass caps from each lead to the chassis on the supply side of the
choke.

I also ground the exhaust system, transmission and engine block to the
frame at several points.

In my F-150/ F-250 vehicles, I ground the cab to the frame at all corners
and the fenders to the frame at the front. The cab and front end sits on
several rubber mounts to improve NVH (noise vibration harshness), but it
causes ground loops in the wiring.

With these changes, I can run 1 kW mobile with no ill effects (except
headlight dimming). The receiver noise dropped from S9 to S2 or less!

73 Tom


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[e-mail] (W8JI  Tom) wrote:
>
> In article <4a9cga$[e-mail]>, KF0OS <[e-mail]> writes:
>
> >Does anyone know if this problem/fix is applicable to the Ford
> >Aerostar, as well?
> >
> >KF0OS
>
> I have all Ford vehicles here, and the pumps are noisy in all of them. I
> added external RFI filters at the fuel tanks by using snap on chokes and
> ..1 MFD bypass caps from each lead to the chassis on the supply side of the
> choke.
>
> I also ground the exhaust system, transmission and engine block to the
> frame at several points.
>
> In my F-150/ F-250 vehicles, I ground the cab to the frame at all corners
> and the fenders to the frame at the front. The cab and front end sits on
> several rubber mounts to improve NVH (noise vibration harshness), but it
> causes ground loops in the wiring.
>
> With these changes, I can run 1 kW mobile with no ill effects (except
> headlight dimming). The receiver noise dropped from S9 to S2 or less!
>
> 73 Tom

Guess I have work to do - Thanks Tom.



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From: [e-mail] (Clifton T. Sharp)
Subject: Re: RF interference in Ford Explorer
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In article <4a9i54$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (W8JI  Tom) writes:
>I have all Ford vehicles here, and the pumps are noisy in all of them. I
>added external RFI filters at the fuel tanks by using snap on chokes and
>.1 MFD bypass caps from each lead to the chassis on the supply side of the
>choke.

But at what location? Near the gas tank, or near the front of the vehicle?
I would presume the former; if so, how did you weatherproof the whole
thing?

--
   Cliff Sharp                  There are days when no matter which
     WA9PDM                      way you spit, it's upwind.
  [e-mail]       --The First Law of Reality


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I have a radio on which I have no information. It is made by a
company called "rf", and it is a "Series 1550". Any information
on this radio, especially how I may put it on the ham bands or
whether it is already there, would be greatly appreciated.


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From: [e-mail] (RUSSELL B. ROSLEWSKI)
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I'd like to get hold of a schematic for my IC-W2A.  I used to have one, but
can't find it anymore.  Is there anyone out there who could help?

Russ  KI7FL

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From: Gerald Schmitt <[e-mail]>
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[e-mail] wrote:
>
> The new SGC SC-2000 "PowerTalk" appears to be one of the best things to
> come down the pike in a long time.  However, I have yet to see one of them
> as there are no stocking dealers anywhere on the East coast (SGC tells me
> that there are only three right now and they are all in California) and I
> don't know anyone who has one.
>
> Does anybody have any experience with this rig?
>
> Thanks...
>
>

My only experience with SGC concerns a tuner I have. I had
acquired the SGC-230 tuner and the special antenna that is
used with it. I contacted them to try and purchase the tin
box to complete the QMS system. What I wanted was just the
tin box which has a few rf connections and a place for the
antenna mount. For this they wanted $500!!! I thought this
was an error so I faxed the CEO directly. The reply was not
from him but from some flack who continued to insist the tin
box was a highly sophisticated piece of equipment that was
worth $500. That was the end of my trying to work with SGC
I made my own tin box from a rocket box, heck if it's going
to be ugly anyway. Bottom line it you do it their way. This
is probably why they do not have many dealers. The amplifier
looks interesting but considering their inflated performance
claims and lousy attitude I won't be buying one. Did you hear
that Pierre?



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It is not clear whether SGC will put a narrowband IF filter on
the SC2000.  While their AF dsp seems whizzy, the agc will
desensitize the receiver due to an adjacent strong signal that
gets into their wide IF.  I asked Pierre whether and when they will
offer NB IF filters, but the answer was inconclusive.

Stan
wa6iva


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In article <4aeup1$[e-mail]> Gerald Schmitt,
[e-mail] writes:
> That was the end of my trying to work with SGC
>I made my own tin box from a rocket box, heck if it's going
>to be ugly anyway. Bottom line it you do it their way. This
>is probably why they do not have many dealers. The amplifier
>looks interesting but considering their inflated performance
>claims and lousy attitude I won't be buying one. Did you hear
>that Pierre?
>
Wow- give the guy a chance.  I talked to Mr. Goral for some time at
Dayton this year and found him to be quite interesting.  Probably
quite a good businessman, too.  Most of his business would appear to
come from the maritime industry and South American govt./military
orders.  You can't very well expect him to sell the parts for less
than the price of the complete equipment, can you?  His pricing
strategy seems pretty smart to me.  The basic equipment, which is
all that most hams will purchase, is very affordable for
commercial/type accepted radios.  Yes, you can buy an Astron power
supply instead of SGC's and save big bucks.  However, the commercial
purchasers want a package deal with good support and- viola- SGC
maintains a reasonable profit margin.  It seems to me that he is
just giving us another choice (which a lot of people have taken).
I'm sure if you phoned RF Harris they would be more than happy to
sell you their auto-tuner for about $2000, after a sufficient
run-around and then demanding a wire transfer of funds.
Ken - WB0QNA


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Ken,

Perhaps you didn't understand. He sells the whole thing for $800.
The tuner is $500 the antenna is $300 the mount is some other amount.
I have the $500 part I have the $300 part plus a bit more. I want the
lousy tin box that is not worth $500 perhaps $100 but not $500.
Does the Ford dealer charge $12000 for a fender? As to giving SGC
a chance I called a my expense 4 times. I faxed at my expense twice.
I really thought there was a breakdown in communications and they
thought I wanted a tuner and box. There was no lack of communications.
They simply rip you off if you don't buy the package. I will not do
business with them and I recommend other do not either.


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From: [e-mail] (David Zielke)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: SGC SG-2000 "PowerTalk"
Date: 12 Dec 1995 23:02:17 GMT
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>    The new SGC SC-2000 "PowerTalk" appears to be one of the best things to
>    come down the pike in a long time.  However, I have yet to see one of them
>    as there are no stocking dealers anywhere on the East coast (SGC tells me
>    that there are only three right now and they are all in California) and I
>    don't know anyone who has one.
>
>    Does anybody have any experience with this rig?
>
>    Thanks...

****************Radio*******************

Not directly with the "PowerTalk" front end, however, I purchased the
SG-2000 with their tuner for under $1500 new from JSI and it was drop
shipped from SGC.

Being that I am both a Ham and a Sailor who wants to use the Marine
frequencies the fact that the SGC is type accepted for the Marine service
was a very important consideration.

At any rate, thoughts about the radio.  Prior to purchasing the radio I was
rather concerned about the 100hz frequency step size.  There is no way to
slew the radio in between the 100hz steps.  For voice use (which is what I
have been doing thus far) it has really not been a problem at all.

The display is very nice and easy to read, the front panel is more intuitive
than I originally expected.  The layout of the numbers is

        1 2 3 4 5
        6 7 8 9 0

which I thought might bother me but it turns out not to be a problem.  The
biggest problem I have with the front panel is that when you hit the
frequency change and start moving with the up/down arrows, if you stop for
more than about 10 seconds the control parameter reverts back to volume
control.  This can be truely annoying when looking for signals in the ham
bands but is fine for wandering around the Marine SSB bands.

Keep in mind that this is with the older style front panel.  I am
considering upgrading to the new PowerTalk front panel, mainly for the knob!

I have been inside the unit for some minor modifications (they have
installed a filter to get rid of the AM broadcast band to prevent
interference which they provide a simple mod to remove) and the rig is very
nicely built.  While it is all surface mount it is layed out very cleanly
and with lots of space.  Repair of this unit should not be that difficult.
They do provide schematics in the manual as well as detailed tuneup
instructions.

One interesting feature is that the Rig can handle up to 9 (if I remember
correctly) control heads.  Any number of these can be computers as the link
between the control head and the main radio is via an RS422 link, 3 (or was
it 4) dc control lines, and two audio lines.

The memory system works nicely and has 650+ preprogrammed frequencies and
then you can add 100 more of your own which include information about
USB/LSB, mode, etc.  My only complaint is not storing the status of the
attenuator and noise blanker.  I find that listening to the BBC on 7320
tends to need the attenuator in the loop to get the signal strength down.

I have found that another local transmitter which is within 3khz causes some
reciever noise and that a local reciever (i.e. 200 ft away) tends to hear a
bit of 'motor boating' when there is no audio comming into the mike,
i.e. mike down but no audio input but if there is any audio signal at all it
goes away.  This may be an interaction of the compression algorithms.  I
have never heard anyone note it except the one ham which lives within 200 ft
of me.  It seems to be many db down.

The rig seems to be rather immune to noise on the DC circuit (I live on a
35' sailboat and the rig gets power right off the main buss panel), inverter
noise, fluorecent lights, etc don't seem to cause any trouble.

*****************Tuner**********************

The SG-230 tuner is a complete success!!!  It is the most wonderful piece of
e a person could ask for.  Currently it is managing to tune the entire rig
of the sailboat as a loop antenna.  I simply disconnected the ground to the
backstay and connected the ground to one terminal of the SG-230 and the RF
terminal to a wire off the backstay down below decks.  I have talked to
other boats as far away as the Azores and Columbia without difficulty.

The nice part about this tuner is that it has a frequency counter which
samples the input signal, if the signal is one which it has seen before then
it switches in the correct signal, checks the swr and if all is fine returns
the 'tuned' signal.  If it is not, then it goes through an algorithm which
takes about 2 seconds worst case to find the correct match.  Very
impressive.  If it is a frequency which it has seen before it takes about
20ms for the match to occur.

If you have any additional questions about either of these pieces of
hardware, please let me know.  If anyone has direct experience with the
'PowerTalk' option I would love to hear from them.

David Zielke
[e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (steven smith)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Small wonder QRP Kits
Date: 10 Dec 1995 17:20:22 -0700
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Could someone give me the address of the Small wonder
Qrp kits.

Thanks   Steve Smith KB0SZF




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From: [e-mail] (D W Hemphill KC5NG)
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Subject: Re: Small wonder QRP Kits
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You can contact Dave Benson, NN1G, directly via e-mail:

     [e-mail]

Dave is the owner/founder of Small Wonder Labs.  I have
built three of NN1G's various designs and like them all.
The SW-1 (formerly known as NE-4040) is the latest, and
it works great for the little money it costs!

73 / 72 de KC5NG/QRP



From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:46:41 1995
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From: "Donald I. Baker" <[e-mail]>
Subject: SONY GPS forsale trade ???
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From [e-mail] Dec 11 15:15:42 1995
Date: Mon, 11 Dec 1995 15:14:21 -0500
From: "Donald I. Baker" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap
Subject: GPS

Forsale or trade (? what 'u got ?)

Sony GPS model IPS-360
PIXIS marine unit
remote mount antenna
in original box
used less than 5 times in three years
upgrading to PCMCIA based unit and laptop
Unit is truely like new.  All original packaging and docs
Box looks used
Cost $1000 just over 3 years ago (what good toy didn't back then)
looking to get $250 or euall trading stock.

Items of intersting tradr might be:

6 meter anything
Commercial grade wireless mics
Plantronics headsets , with phone pad
older monochrome (LCD) 386 or better laptop

also enjoy guns, eletronics, photography, as hobbies.  Let me know what
we might swap.


Thank you,

-=Don=-
'73 de N2MCG


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From: Benjamin C Green <[e-mail]>
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Subject: STANDARD & YAESU HTs FOR SALE
Date: 10 Dec 1995 04:54:05 GMT
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I have a Standard C168 submini 2m HT and a Yeasu FT-727R 2m/440 HT.  Both
are in perfect condition.  I will sell either for $200 shipped ground
ups prepaid, $210 ground cod.

Email for more info if interested.

--
Ben   _
     | |         But rejoice that you participate in the
   __| |__       sufferings of Christ, so that you may be
  |__   __|      overjoyed when His glory is revealed.
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     |_|         [e-mail]




From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:46:43 1995
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From: Your Name Here <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Stolen Yaesu FT-415
Date: 12 Dec 1995 21:12:33 GMT
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Help, Help!  Some theif stole my HT. It was in my breif case in my
car. Someone broke into the car and took off with the radio. It
is a Yaesu FT-415 HT. It's serial number is 1K-040411.

This has been a great radio. I am lost without it. Please help.
If you hear anything about this please call me, Sal, at 707-577-4905
or Email me at "[e-mail]".

Thank you for reading this.
Sal Caruso
KC6WTO



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Someone stole my 2 meter radio. Please keep a look out for
my Yaesu FT-415  with serial number 1K-040411.  If you come
accross this radio please call me, Sal, at 707-577-2791.
Thank you for reading this.
Sal Caruso
KC6WTO



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Thank you for reading this. I hope you can help me recover
my HT.

Someone stole my 2 meter radio. Please keep a look out for
my Yaesu FT-415  with serial number 1K-040411.  If you come
accross this radio please call me, Sal, at 707-577-2791 or
send me an Email at "[e-mail]".

Thank you for reading this.
Sal Caruso
KC6WTO



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Please change the phone number I listed regarding the Yaesu FT-415 stolen
from me. My Phone number is 707-577-4905.

Thank you

Sal Caruso
KC6WTOYour Name Here <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Thank you for reading this. I hope you can help me recover
>my HT.
>
>Someone stole my 2 meter radio. Please keep a look out for
>my Yaesu FT-415  with serial number 1K-040411.  If you come
>accross this radio please call me, Sal, at 707-577-2791 or
>send me an Email at "[e-mail]".
>
>Thank you for reading this.
>Sal Caruso
>KC6WTO
>




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From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:46:47 1995
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From: Frank Paxton III <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: TacTec (RCA) UHF mobile radios
Date: 10 Dec 1995 19:39:06 GMT
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i would appreciate a note from anyone intimate with these radios... i'm
putting one on 9600 baud packet and need some advice.  i also need a used
microphone...ugggg. de ng0n.  tnx.  72/73
frank paxton .  ng0n.



From Unknown Wed Dec 13 14:46:49 1995
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From: [e-mail] (JCHol)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Ten Tec Centurion Amp Comments
Date: 12 Dec 1995 21:08:35 -0500
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Any owners former owners, or users of the Ten Tec Centurion Amp:

I am seriously considering this amp for several reasons, but have never
seen one. Can you give me any comments? I really like a quiet shack - how
about blower noise, relay noise, etc.?

Thanks for your help and 73 de John, WA5TWL....


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Subject: Re: TEN TEC SCOUT...GOTTA LOVE IT
Date: 8 Dec 1995 02:33:37 GMT
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James Griffith ([e-mail]) wrote:

: Ten Tec will try to help you fix the Scout over the phone and send you

I have to agree with you here.  I own only Ten-Tec equipment (since I was
first licensed in 1990).  Service and Parts availability have been out
standing.  I can even fix my 2K Paragon myself as easily as the Scout I have
in my Backpack..

73 de KA1VIX - A very loyal Ten-Tec Customer...

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From: [e-mail] (Bryan King)
Subject: Re: TEN TEC SCOUT...GOTTA LOVE IT
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I've owned a Scout since December of 1993 and have been very satisfied
with it!  I sent it back to the factory for warranty service once and the
rig was back within a week, fixed right and working fine ever since.
I've been a Ten-Tec customer since first becoming licensed back in 1980
and have had excellent experiences with their service department each
time.

The Scout is a great rig that doesn't cost too much.  It doesn't have all
of those extras that seem to jack the price way up, and for the most
part I have not missed all of the bells and whistles.


73's


Bryan


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I'm just starting to get back into radio, due to cost restrictions i'm
purchasing a Realistic HTX-202 VHF handheld transceiver.  I would like to
get into packet radio on a low end, so my question is, is it possible to
hook a standard TNC into this hand-held?  Also any other infromation on this
particular set-up or in general would be greatly appreciated.


                                                        Thanks,
                                                     David Roll
                                                     VE5 ???



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David Roll ([e-mail]) writes:
> I'm just starting to get back into radio, due to cost restrictions i'm
> purchasing a Realistic HTX-202 VHF handheld transceiver.  I would like to
> get into packet radio on a low end, so my question is, is it possible to
> hook a standard TNC into this hand-held?  Also any other infromation on this
> particular set-up or in general would be greatly appreciated.
>

    The HTX-202 works very well with packet. I use it with the KPC-3. The
wiring is fairly simple, you will need to insert a capacitor and a
resistor in the wiring. All the instructions come with the KPC-3. You will
also probably need an external antenna for further range, and also to cut
on computer interference.

--





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From: [e-mail] (Shel Darack)
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: particular set-up or in general would be greatly appreciated.

Dave: yes, HTX 202's are used on packet by many.  Follow the instructions
in your tnc manual for connecting to a Yaesu HT (not Icom!).

73  Shel  WA2UBK


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From: [e-mail] (Thomas Randall)
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Dan Brown ([e-mail]) wrote:
: [e-mail] (David Roll) wrote:

: > purchasing a Realistic HTX-202 VHF handheld transceiver.  I would like to
: > get into packet radio on a low end, so my question is, is it possible to
: > hook a standard TNC into this hand-held?  Also any other infromation on this

:       Yes, it's possible.  The KPC-3 includes a diagram for wiring
: the cable, or you can buy pre-wired cables.  I understand that the
: range is very limited, though.  An external antenna should help.


   An external antenna WILL indeed help. AN the 202 works JUST fine on
packet. Been using mine for a year now. MFJ makes pre-wired cables for
$15. Tucker sells them also.

: --
: Dan Brown, KE6MKS
: [e-mail], NOT [e-mail]
: Don't tread on me.
: E-Mail published at my discretion.


   Tom - KB2SMS



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Hello,
I searching for the manual of the handheld Kenwood/Trio TR2500 .
thanks, Peter. PE1PFY.


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From: [e-mail] (Pedro Pedroso)
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Subject: TR7 Value ???
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                I just would like to know how much is worth an old
        Drake TR7 ! Some fellows here in Portugal are selling them
        and in my opinion I think their asking too much for such an
        old and used rig.
        People out there ho can evaluate it fairly please answer!

                        Best 73 + Good DX !

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Subject: Re: TR7 Value ???
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In the U.S, a TR7 in good to excellent condition, with power supply and
speaker, and remote VFO, goes for about $600. A TR7A is worth maybe an
additional $100, Optional crystal filters are about $50/each. Local
market conditions vary, so the value of a TR7 in Portugal might be far
different (probably higher).



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From: Jerry Kreifels <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Trigger page mode: FT530 vs FT10R
Date: 7 Dec 1995 18:25:18 GMT
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I have a question regarding the trigger page mode on the FT530 and the
same mode on the FT10R.

Page mode is supposed to use DTMF tones to open the squelch on another
radio.  It is looking for a particular set of tones, and also sends that
set of tones when you push the PTT button.  In trigger page mode, it is
supposed to quit sending (and needing) the DTMF tones after an initial
exchange.  As long as the space between transmissions remains less than
3 seconds, the tones are not needed.  A longer pause causes the tones to
exchanged again.  The problem is the modes are different between the
FT530 and the FT10R.

I have a 530, and my friend has a 10R.  When we tried to use the trigger
page mode between the two radios, we discovered that the 530 requires only
2 exchanges (A sends, B sends) before it quits sending and requiring the
DTMF tones.  However, the 10R needs 3 exchanges (A sends, B sends, A sends)
before it drops the tones.  This makes the modes incompatible between the
radios.  Page mode works fine, but not trigger page mode.

Does anyone know A) why Yaesu changed the trigger page protocol, and B) if
there's some way in software or hardware to reconfigure one of the
units to the other's protocol?  I'd appreciate any comments.  Thanks.

Jerry, KO6JV (Sacramento CA area)
[e-mail]
"My opinions, not my employer's."



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Subject: TS 830 forsale
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I have a kenwood TS 830 for sale x-cond 8kc. split nonsmoker $600

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Kenwood TS 830 x-cond. 8kc split nonsmoker  $600


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From: [e-mail] (David Feldman)
Subject: Re: TS-120s fix
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In article <[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Fred McKenzie) writes:
>In article <4a2snh$[e-mail]>, Mark Oppenheim
><[e-mail]> wrote:
>> As I recall, a lot of "wierdness" with the TS-120/130 series relates to
>bad grounding on
>> the final amplifier and IF boards.

>I recall reading the same information about grounding in the TS-120S.  The
>word was, that one should put star-lockwashers under all the screws, to
>insure good connection.
>
>However, the repairman who installed the factory mod on mine, claimed that
>this is only partially true.  He stated that the radio wouldn't go into
>oscillation, even with some of the grounding screws removed, if the
>factory mod was in place.  When he finished with the mod, I never had any
>more trouble.

Well, I'll add my 2.5 cents worth - I got a used TS120S that on arrival
oscillated just like the factory writeup said it would (20-10M unusable).
I confirmed that all of the electronic mods were completed (related to
some bypassing and rerouting of a wire), it still oscillated. At kenwood
factory their diagnosis was some loose fasteners. It's back now (with that
and a couple of other things fixed I didn't want to hassle with). Not a
major repair effort, but it seems that the star lockwasher idea is a good one.

73 Dave WB0GAZ [e-mail]


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I did not see the original post. From comments it looks like problems
with oscillation on 10-15 m. A quick fix would involve installing a .01uf
bypass to end of bandswitch assembly to AVR line on adjacent plug. AVR is
the top first wire on the three wire plug adjacent to TX/RX diodes and
Bandswitch. This has been more reliable than from connector to ground
foil on bottom foil side of RF unit.

73 Bob KG7D



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From: lloyd korb <[e-mail]>
Subject: TS-830S Service Manual
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My TS-830S has problems with the AF UNIT PC board (X49-1140-00).
Does anyone have a service manual that shows a picture of the foil
and component side of that board?  Please respond via E-MAIL to:
[e-mail]   I would be more than happy to re-imburse
you for copying.  Thanks, 73.

Lloyd Korb   K8DIO





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Subject: TS-830S Service Manual
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Thanks to everyone who responded to my request for information in
the TS-830 Service Manual

73, Lloyd   K8DIO


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From: [e-mail] (Conway Yee)
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Subject: TV sweep tubes vs. RF output tubes
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Before solid state HF rigs came into being, some rigs were made using
TV sweep tubes as the final.  I read that TV sweep tubes had a number
of advantages over RF output tubes but these advantages are never
specified.  Anybody know what they are?


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From: [e-mail] (David Feldman)
Subject: Re: TV sweep tubes vs. RF output tubes
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In article <[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Conway Yee) writes:
>Before solid state HF rigs came into being, some rigs were made using
>TV sweep tubes as the final.  I read that TV sweep tubes had a number
>of advantages over RF output tubes but these advantages are never
>specified.  Anybody know what they are?

Fun topic!

The RCA tube catalogs of the early 60s have spec sheets on a large number
of sweep tubes. In RCA, ONLY the 6LQ6 series were characterized for other than
horizontal-output (pulse) service - in the 6LQ6 case the plate dissipation
was specified as 200 watts for 15 seconds (or close to that...) All others
were characterized only for horizontal output pulse service (pulse rate
about 15750 Hz, pulse duration in the microseconds).

I believe sweep tubes were designed into a number of 60s era radios due to
their low cost at the time ($3-4 each), decent plate dissipation (most sweep
tubes have plate dissipations either in the 17 or 33 watt ranges, the latter
comparable to the 6146B type), and reasonable working plate voltages (650
or 950 volts respectively).

A number of amplifier designs based on sweep tubes appeared in 1960s era
ARRL handbooks, QSTs, and other publications. 4, 6 (or even 10) tubes in
parallell, usually grounded grid, were common, with relatively low DC plate
voltage (900-1000V) and relatively high plate current (0.5-1.5 amps) compared
to other "real" transmitting tube designs of the day. These lower plate
voltages allowed use of less expensive plate tuning capacitors and other
parts, as well as power supplies that could be built from salvaged color TV
power transformers and "computer grade" electrolytics.

The 6LQ6 series was designed into a large number of CB type linear amplifiers.
They (6LQ6 type tubes) are now in very short supply and are quite expensive.
Per-tube costs range from $8 to $40 depending on type, demand and vendor.
Antique Electronic Supply flags most of their sweep tubes for a significantly
reduced warranty coverage (except for the 6JU6 which is a sweep tube but they
for some reason didn't catch it, and don't flag it as a sweep tube in lists).
I converted a Dentron GLA-1000B amplifier (4-6LQ6) to use four 31LQ6's, which
worked out very well and allowed me to re-tube for about $35.00.

Some people have converted transceivers from sweep tube output to 6146B
output tubes. A few have converted to other filament voltages to allow for
use of lower cost tubes. Most sweep tubes use either a 9- or 12-pin
compactron type socket (the sockets are still available thru mailorder).
When converting from one sweep tube to another, pay attention to claimed
maximum ratings, particularly plate dissipation and maximum plate voltage.

The glass envelopes and anode connector/seals of sweep tubes aren't really
suitable for transmitting service. Failed or inadequate forced air cooling
can result in a sweep tube resembling a raisin and having about the same
output power capability. Neat to look at, lousy to transmit on.

73 Dave WB0GAZ [e-mail]

(and somewhat of a sweep tube fan!)



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Subject: TX Mod for Alinco DJ180?
Date: 11 Dec 1995 16:53:58 GMT
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Is there a TX mod for the Alinco DJ 180?

I've been looking high and low but to no avail, any help is appreciated.

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I notice that when I "boot" my FT-40R pressing 'function', 'lamp', PTT, and
down on the knob-switch I get some apparent default and status options.  Looks
like a signal strength calibration (inject signal level you want to represent
"S1/9" and lock it in), set low med high max power levels, and something about
squelch levels.  A nice adjunct is that each adjustment is incremented 0-255,
making the S-meter quite precise for field-strength monitoring, once calibrated
to your requirements.  What else can this mil-spec marvel do?  What is the
function of the "SFT #24 Yaesu service" dial-set that the manual says "keep
this OFF"?  Must be good!       K9ZAT


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From: [e-mail] (Kirby Smith)
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Subject: Re: USA Ham Suppliers-sell to Europe?
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Check out the home page for Radio City Inc.  http://www.radioinc.com  .
Catalog can be downloaded in 10-20 minutes. The specials page takes less
the one minute!!

Yes they do sell and ship to Europe!!

73's

Kirby    KA0ZTS



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From: [e-mail] (Garry Walker)
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Subject: USA Ham Suppliers-sell to Europe?
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Hi there I was wondering if there are any US Ham Radio equipment
suppliers who readily sell equipment to Europe.  I am aware of the
additional 'costs' incurred by this method, however it is still 'in
many cases' worth the effort.  Also are there any US suppliers who
have their catalogues available via the Internet, I woulld appreciate
further details.

Regards Garry

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From: [e-mail] (Peter Hopmans)
Subject: VFO TRIO TR2200G
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Can anyone provide me with documentation and or schematic diagrams to make
a VFO for the Trio (Kenwood) TR2200G



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Re: VHF TX Mod for 706
what must i do for expand TX to 156 Mhz ? Hf 0-60 and Vhf 144-148, but
not more ? Why not ?
Every litle handy going from 130 to 180 Mhz ?

vy 73




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Bob,
       I have a manual for a dj-560 from alinco. If that is what you want
send me your address and I will drop it in the mail also.

               Roger N8TCP


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I don't know if we are talking the same radios
here but I have the ALINCO DJ-560 HT (2m/440)
and I have the usual owners manual. I presume
you are talking of the same Radio (?), and I
don't have the SERVICE manual. I must comment
that I did order a service manual for my DJ-160
from ALINCO for $10, I also purchased the TX
RF amplifier hybrid module from them at a cost
slightly higher then most RF parts distributors
(I think I paid $49 for it), but I ordered some
other parts at the same time. I think you can't
find a better deal in service documentation
(tho skimpy as it is). (Radio Shack has very
good LOW-COST and well written service manuals,
at least for the equipment I've owned).

The folks at ALINCO tech support were helpful
and knowlegable (I wasn't placed on hold to
listen to MUZAK). But at one time when trying to
locate a small part (a belt-clip), I was told
that this was not a 'SERVICE' part and was given
a list of dealers to contact as this was a
'DEALER part. All the ones I called did not have
it as the radio was discontinued. Even if
ALINCO had the part they could not sell it to me
as the transaction would 'cross' the line, I
guess. Hey, to me...PARTS IS PARTS! Customers
should not be given a run-around, especially on
a trivial part as this (what, $5 at MOST!).

Bottom line: I like ALINCO products, tech support
low-cost docs, relatively low parts costs BUT
they get a BIG BLACK MARK next to their name when
they don't provide support on cosmetic items
(so-called DEALER PARTS) on discontinued models.

So anybody got a used BELT CLIP for a DJ160? I'm
still looking........bye....
Bill-WB9BBC @KD9JK.WI.USA.NOAM




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Summary: Looking for accessories for old IC720A
Keywords: Icom wanted
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        I would like to find the following accessories for my Icom IC720A:

                        IC-HM7 hand mic
                        IC-PS15 AC supply
                        IC-SP3 External speaker
                        IC-HP1 Headphones
                        IC-MB5 Mobile mounting bracket
                        BC-10A Memory backup AC power supply
                        FL-32 CW Narrow filter
                        FL-34 AM pass band filter

                                and possibly

                        IC-2KL Amplifier
                        IC-2KLPS Power supply for IC-2KL

Email replys preferred:  [e-mail]

Lance Halle     KC7FVX


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From: Randall Henderson <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur,rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc
Subject: Wanted: info on tracking devices
Date: Mon, 11 Dec 1995 18:52:30 -0800
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I need to find a tracking device, in a small package (say the
size of a pack of cigarettes or smaller) and receiver, range at least
a mile, hopefully for a reasonable price. Anyone know address/phone of
manufacturers, or plans (Popular electronics?) or kit?

RH
[e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Ed Fortmiller)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc
Subject: Re: Way to open Icom BP-84/83 battery packs???
Date: Mon, 11 Dec 1995 18:08:29 -0500
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In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Ed
Fortmiller) wrote:

> I have two Icom BP-84 and one BP-83 battery packs which are
> dead. Anyone know of a way to nicely open these type of packs?
> I believe I could at least make use of the BP-84 to stuff AAs
> in if I could open it.  I╣m aware of and own the BP-90 which you
> can stuff yourself.

Well this afternoon I discovered that the bottom cap is glued on and by
doing a little prying with a small screwdriver I was able to pop it
off. I tried it on a second battery and that bottom appears to be glued on
better so I have not been able to get it off yet. I would rather not beat
the case up.

--
Ed Fortmiller | Hudson MA | [e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] ()
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc
Subject: Re: Way to open Icom BP-84/83 battery packs???
Date: 12 Dec 1995 13:28:18 GMT
Organization: Comp.Center (RUS), U of Stuttgart, FRG
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In article <[e-mail]>,
Ed Fortmiller <[e-mail]> wrote:
>I tried it on a second battery and that bottom appears to be glued on
>better so I have not been able to get it off yet. I would rather not beat
>the case up.

Years ago I discovered a nice way to open a glued battery pack:
I (accidantally) charged it at about c/2, and well, the batteries
opened it for me, very nicely along the glued seam. POPP!

73, Moritz DL5UH



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From: [e-mail] (Raymond Sarrio)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: What Ham Radio Manufaturer gives the best customer service???
Date: Mon, 11 Dec 1995 13:11:55 -0800
Organization: Raymond Sarrio Co.
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NNTP-Posting-Host: host21.cyberg8t.com

Is it Kenwood, Icom, Yaesu, Ten-Tech, or Alinco? That is the new Ham Poll
question this month at URL
                        http://www.csz.com/sarrio.html.
Get the results in real time. While your there check out the results of
our previous poll questions. 73's Ray

--
Visit the Raymond Sarrio Co. Ham Radio Web Sore  http://www.csz.com/sarrio.html
Extensive Discount Ham Radio Catalog
Ham Poll--New poll questions asked monthly



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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: What's a good cheap wide-range antenna tuner?
Date: Fri, 08 Dec 95 19:39:26 GMT
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   [e-mail] wrote:

>I'm considering the MFJ 949E 300w ATU
>which looks good for the price, but wonder if maybe it's not as
>wide-range a tuner as I'd like--that maybe one of those roller
>inductor ATUs might do what I want to do.  Suggestions?
>Thanks.  --Bill KB8USZ  [e-mail]

Generally speaking, the matching range of most tuners is not related
to their price.  The quality of components has a much greater impact,
not whether a capacitor is 1,000pf VS 1,200pf.  The same is true of
roller inductors.  The fact that it's a roller doesn't tell you much
about its inductance, power handling or reliability.  Compared to
rollers, high quality air core coils made of large gauge silvered wire
aren't cheap either, and a large HV ceramic tap switch for this use
can easily cost upwards of $100.00.

Considering that nearly all commercial tuners now use a single-ended
T-network, I suspect they're all pretty similar in their matching
range.  However, the only way to know for sure is to ask the
manufacturer for the values of the three primary components.

73,
Jack  WB3U


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From: [e-mail] (Tom Griffin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Wound Care & Pulsed HF High Peak Pwr Electromagnetic Energy
Date: Thu, 07 Dec 1995 21:36:21 -0500
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This week I attended a presentation by representatives of the Diapulse
Corp.  The topic was "A New Approach to Wound Healing with an
Accelerated Wound Care Program."  The treatment is accomplished,
according to their literature, with equipment that operates at 27.12
MHz, pulse repetition rate of 80-600 pulses per second, 65 microsecond
pulse width, power range per pulse between 293 to 974 watts, duty
cycle between 1/2 of 1 percent to 3.9 percent, square pulse with rise
and fall time less than 1 percent...

During the question session I asked

Q:  Is the power supply solid state or tubes?
A:  Tubes because there is no solid state amplifer which can
accomplish what the tubes can.

Q:  There has been information that some hospitals no longer allow
cell phones on premises due to reported interference with telemetry
transmitters and receivers and infusion pumps.  Does this devise cause
interference?
A:  No, cell phones have an erratic transmitting pattern and this
devise does not.  [then some comments about cattle, cancer and high
tension electric lines]

I am seeking opinions regarding the specifications and comments
regarding the above answers provided to my questions.

TIA

Tom Griffin
WB4YXA  ex: WH6IIJ, DA2MR, HL9/WB4YXA


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From: [e-mail] (Tom Griffin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Wound Care & Pulsed HF High Power Electromagnetic Energy
Date: Tue, 12 Dec 1995 13:08:00 -0500
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[e-mail] (W8JI  Tom) wrote:

>In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
>(Tom Griffin) writes:

responded to via email



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From: [e-mail] (Marc Buron)
Subject: WTB  Mods for the Yaesu Ft2500M
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Looking for any mods availlable for the rig, please reply if you  have
them...

Thanks.
Ve2hps
Marc.


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From: [e-mail] (Williams - Debbie)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: WTB VHF REPEATER
Date: 10 Dec 1995 16:25:07 GMT
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Looking for a good used commercial (Motorola or GE) VHF repeater.  Please
send info to "[e-mail]".  Thanks!



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From: mark russo <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: WTB:  YOUR OLD/DEAD 7.2 VOLT BATT PACK FOR THE TH-78A
Date: Sun, 10 Dec 1995 13:02:19 -0800
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Hi,    Im looking for a old / dead 7.2 volt battery battery pack that
fits into the Kenwood TH-78A.  If you have one and want to get rid of it
please E-mail me and let me know how much you want for it.
Thanks,  Seasons Greetings,  Mark N2FLF


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From: [e-mail] (MZap1)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: WTB: cheap 2-meter handhelds
Date: 10 Dec 1995 17:59:06 -0500
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I'm looking to buy about ten 2-meter handheld units of 5 watts or more and
at least one base station with more power.  If you have any to sell or
know where I can find them cheap, please respond by email to
[e-mail].


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From: Frank Scutch <[e-mail]>
Subject: WTB: Copy of Manual of DX Engr Processor
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I am looking for a copy of the manual for the DX Engineering Speech
Processor for the Collins 32S* transmitter.  I think the 32S* manual is
different than that of the KWM2.

Of course I'll reimburse copy costs/postage etc.  Any help or leads
finding this would be appreciated.  Thanks.

Frank, WB4AYJ




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From: [e-mail] (Conway Yee)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Yaesu FT-101F ?????
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Date: 08 Dec 1995 19:45:11 GMT
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Query...

I have heard of the Yaesu FT101
                          FT101B  : Improved over original
                          FT101E  : Speech Processor
                          FT101EE : Cheaper version of E
                          FT101EZ : Cheapter version of E
                          FT101ZD : Not really a 101

I saw a 101F at a hamfest.  What is it compared to the more common 101E?
Are there any other models that I haven't heard of?

73 de Conway Yee, N2JWQ
--
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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Yaesu FT-101F ?????
Date: Fri, 08 Dec 95 19:29:21 GMT
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In article <[e-mail]>,
   [e-mail] (Conway Yee) wrote:
>Query...
>
>I have heard of the Yaesu FT101
>                          FT101B  : Improved over original
>                          FT101E  : Speech Processor
>                          FT101EE : Cheaper version of E
>                          FT101EZ : Cheapter version of E
>                          FT101ZD : Not really a 101
>
>I saw a 101F at a hamfest.  What is it compared to the more common
101E?
>Are there any other models that I haven't heard of?

The "E", "EE" and "EX" are identical except for variations in the
items that were factory installed.  The same owner's manual covers all
three models.  I don't remember an "EZ".

According to my manual:

FT-101E  - CW filter was optional.  The factory cooling fan was
           installed on models sold outside the U.S. and Canada.

FT-101EE - Identical to FT-101E but without speech processor

FT-101EX - Same as FT-101EE but from the factory did not include
           coverage of 160m, 10m"a" (28-28.5), 10m"c" (29-29.5),
           or 10m"d" (29.5-30.0).  Factory cooling fan optional
           regardless of destination.

In 1978, The E, EE, EX and F models were all being sold at the same
time.  Oddly, the E and F versions had the same list price, $799.00.
According to the list of features in one small dealer ad, the FT-101F
was identical to the FT-101E.  The features listed are:

     160-10m coverage
     Built-in AC/DC supplies
     RF speech processor
     260 watts PEP input, 180 watts CW, 80 watts AM
     Solid-state VFO
     VOX
     Auto break-in CW sidetone
     WWV/JJY reception
     Heater Switch

Whatever the differences were between the E and F, they must've been
minor.

73,
Jack  WB3U


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From: "Thomas W. Castle" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Yaesu FT-101F ?????
Date: Wed, 13 Dec 1995 02:25:17 -0500
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Hi Tom here...          The Ft-101F is just the last version of that
same 101E model; before they came out with 101ZD models.... Its only
real <?> improvement I can remember was a better adjustable N.B., not
that it worked that much better.... The N.B. board had a different series
number an the rest of the boards were the same as any late model 101E.
Hope this helps.... <If memory serves me right it also didn't come with
11 meters in it, but neither did the last runs of the 101E>

De Tom  KD4QHH



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From: [e-mail] (David Pincus)
Newsgroups: ne.forsale,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,athena.forsale,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc
Subject: Yaesu FT-530 Dual Band HT w/KPC3 packet modem
Date: 13 Dec 1995 11:17:04 GMT
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Excellent Condition Yaesu FT-530 Dual Band HT for sale
Covers 2m and 440 plus wide band mods

Accessories:

7.2 and 12 volt batteries
7.2 and 12 volt chargers
Rubber duckie antenna
Carrying case
belt clip
12 volt car outlet adapter
Radio Shack Speaker Mike
Home Brew 12 volt 12 amp extended use battery pack (lasts almost a week
continuous use) in Pac-Man Lunch Box, with associated charger.

KPC-3 1200 bps packet modem with MFJ connecting data cable for
the Yaesu FT-530
Toshiba T1000 xt class laptop with carrying case


This is a VERY clean radio and packet modem.  The laptop is a bit beat up
but it works fine for packet use.

Asking $425 for the lot, OBO.  I need to scrounge up cash for the holidays
and I never use this equipment anymore.

call me @ 491-3818


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From: [e-mail] (Mel Linville)
Subject: Yaesu FT-8500   Auto Receiver Mute   Function ???
Message-ID: <cb7cb$[e-mail]>
Date: 11 Dec 95 21:49:43 EST
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     I have some heartburn with the Auto Receiver Mute function
on my Yaesu FT-8500 / MH-39 dual band mobile rig.

     The programming options for automatically muting one of the
bands in case of activity on both bands at the same time seems to
be illogical.

      The only auto muting options seem to be:

1) Off
2) Always Mute the UHF
3) Always Mute the VHF

Seems to me the logical thing to do (and what they did do in the
FT-51R) is to have a choice to mute the SUB band (the band which
is NOT currently selected for operation) and let the audio pass
on the MAIN band when there is activity on both bands at the same time.

The only other muting option is to mute BOTH bands (why would I
do that) from the dtmf pad on the mike.

Have I missed something in the manual or did Yaesu miss something
in the programming on this one ??

Mel Linville
WB4ZIT



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From: [e-mail] (manta)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Yeasu FT-8500 mods
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On 7 Dec 1995 16:51:05 -0500, [e-mail] (G OTTRIA) wrote:

>Can this radio be modified?  And what is the ranges?
>                   Thanks


Yes it can.    Romeve the top cover And locate a little green wire on
the back of the control panel. Cut the green wire. put top cover back
on. Look in the manual for the power on reset key combo. (I'm at work
and don't remember it.....sorry.) Tx will be     138-174 mhz  430-470
mhz. Rx (also do the expanded rx key combo) 112-174 mhz 430-520 mhz.
tx and rx in the vhf stuff holds spec great. tx in the uhf band drops
to about 13 watts at 470. rx in uhf is about  .5uv @ 12db sinad at 510
mhz!

If any one knows a mod for changing the band plan in uhf to tx higher
that 470 please email me at [e-mail]

John Casullo



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From: [e-mail] (hamster)
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Subject: *****************  NEED MIC **************************
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Have old KDK FM-240 rig but no mic.  Would like a mike with UP/DWN
switches and maybe DTMF pad.  If you have a spare you would like to part
with, reply here.
Thanks ahead of time...
Merry Christmas



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From: [e-mail] (Patrick Griffin )
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Subject: ****FS: MOTOROLA P200*****
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Motorola P200 / 6 channel / UHF , overnight desk top charger.
4 years old
Will sell --- $250.00

Email if interested , in working condition
Patrick Grifiin
[e-mail]


From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:41:39 1995
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From: [e-mail] (N5OFF)
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Subject: 2M Rig With Good Air AM???
Date: 14 Dec 1995 21:53:19 -0500
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Is there a 2M rig out there with good Aircraft AM?

I have have a TM-241 and an IC-229H and both are terrible on AM.

My Kenwood TH-27 handy is great on AM.

Is there a good mobile with air?

What is the true technical reason why the 229H is so bad?
Is there no AM detector?

73 de tom n5off


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From: James F. Foerster <[e-mail]>
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I heard part of a discussion on a local repeater -- $90 for
the kit.  12 watts ssb; 8 watts fm and 4 am.  Has anyone
seen literature or have any experience?  They said the
manual looked as thorough as on old heathkit manual.

73 de N9UZG


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From: [e-mail] (D W Hemphill KC5NG)
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I have the T-Kits catalog right here in front of me.  Let me
paraphrase from it...

Model 1208, Six-meter Transverter Kit, $99.00  (wired, $159.00)

The i-f is 14 MHz (20 meters).  Will accept 3 to 5 Watts input
from HF transceiver on 20m, any mode.  Not to exceed 5 Watts!!
Coverage on 6m depends on coverage of 20m rig.  Typical power
output on 6m is 8 Watts.  RF-sensed PIN diode T/R switching,
Fast enough for data communications.  Requires 12 VDC @ 3 A.
Full coverage of 6m (50 - 54 MHz) requires a rig that covers
14 - 16 MHz (a lot of modern synthesized rigs can be modified
to transmit out of band, which would meet this requirement).
To work 6m FM, your HF rig has to be capable of FM operation
on 20m (many are not).  Repeater offsets would be tricky.  It
would require use of dual VFOs or memories in the HF rig to
accomplish this.  BTW, they recommend not transmitting above
52 MHz (but don't say why in the catalog).

This is all the info I have.  It's from their catalog.

I haven't talked with anyone who's built one of these, but I
have considered doing it myself.  I'd like to hear more!

Hope this info helps.
                                73, Dean KC5NG



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From: [e-mail] (Dave Jarrell)
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Subject: Re: 6 meter ten tec kit
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In article <[e-mail]>,
   James F. Foerster <[e-mail]> wrote:
>I heard part of a discussion on a local repeater -- $90 for
>the kit.  12 watts ssb; 8 watts fm and 4 am.  Has anyone
>seen literature or have any experience?  They said the
>manual looked as thorough as on old heathkit manual.
>
>73 de N9UZG
========================
I have one.  Works great!  Good materials and manual.



       From the Desk of:

         Dave Jarrell
Amateur Radio Station - AH6OB
         Honolulu, HI

  E-mail:  [e-mail]



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I have 4 6136 tubes - also 11 6au6 let me know your desire.
[e-mail]

---
 * PowerAccess 1.06 Braniff ran OS/2.




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Subject: Re: 6146B replacements
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In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (David
Greene) writes:
>
>
>Hello,
>
>I've got an old Kenwood that I want to purchase a couple of sets of replace fin
als for.  I don't know anything about tube replacements.  A gentleman
>told me about a place selling ruggedized 6146W tubes for about $18 a piece.
>My Kenwood has 6146B tubes in it for finals.  Are the 6146W tubes a good
>replacement for the 6146B tubes?
>
>Are they "electrically" equivalent?
>
>I figure if I'm going to get some spares, I might as well get the
>toughest/best availible, and I assume the ruggedized W's at that price
>new would be the best way to go.
>
>Thanks,
>Dave
>
>[e-mail]
>
>
>
>--
>
>Dave Greene          Heurikon Corp.       [phone]
        I have not seen the 6146W however I would suggest you get the physical
        specs for comparison as well. No sense getting the tubes if you can't
        put the cover back on the gage.

        Anyone out there that could answer the qestion of physical
        compatability ?????

                73's Dick K8WHA (an interested TS830s Owner)
                >


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Subject: Re: 6146B replacements
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   James Garland <[e-mail]> wrote:

>If it was me, I'd go with new 6146W's.

Jim, the difference in the plate dissipation rating between the 6146W
and 6146B is not slight.  The 35 watt rating of the B version is a 40%
increase.

Many rigs that were factory-equipped with a pair of 6146B's had power
input ratings of 240 watts.  The A and W versions of the tubes won't
survive that power level for long.

Incidentally, I've known many hams who used the A and B versions
mobile.  None of them ever experienced a failure other than the tubes
eventually becoming soft with age.

IMO, the W version was just one more inventive way for the military to
spend its budget.

>Jim W8ZR
>


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Subject: Re: 6146B replacements
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THe 6146/A/B/W tubes are all the same size. The B has a slightly higher
plate dissipation (35W) than the others (25W), while the W is a military
ruggedized version of the original 6146. If you need the ruggedness, as
for a mobile transmitter, go with the 6146W. If you want to squeeze the
last watt out of your rig, go with the 6146B. (Unfortunately, there is no
6146BW, so you can't get the best of both worlds.) Kevin Deal ( (909)
982-2386) is selling new 6146A/B/W. The prices are 6146W=$11, 6146A=$12,
6146B=$19. Good used ones are frequently available at about $5-$8. If it
was me, I'd go with new 6146W's.
Jim W8ZR



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Subject: Re: 6146B replacements
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6146w's will work fine in place of the B's and A's I've switched back and
forth between all and have not noticed any diff. in performance. The W model
which I use in my 520s appear to have a tad less output. Any one else notice
this?  I also have a copy of the data sheet for the 6146 A B which show the
B model to be superior over the A. Anyone with a data sheet for the W?
  Oh well thats my two cents worth....  back to the HW100
--
Henry Silvia        [e-mail]
{KE4WBW}            WPB. FLA



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From: [e-mail] (Gary McDuffie, Sr.)
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Subject: Re: 6146B replacements
Date: Fri, 15 Dec 1995 17:25:48 GMT
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On 14 Dec 1995 23:25:52 GMT, [e-mail] (Ke4wbw) wrote:

> 6146w's will work fine in place of the B's and A's I've switched back and
> forth between all and have not noticed any diff. in performance. The W model
> which I use in my 520s appear to have a tad less output. Any one else notice
> this?  I also have a copy of the data sheet for the 6146 A B which show the
> B model to be superior over the A. Anyone with a data sheet for the W?
>   Oh well thats my two cents worth....  back to the HW100

I've managed to stay out of this, but the temptation has now overcome me :)

The comments that follow are related to how the tubes work in my particular
single radio, a TS-830.  I have operated this radio since it was new in
1981.  It has performed fairly well, in what would probably be called
commercial duty.  Except for the first few years I had it, it has been in
heavy digital service most of its life.  It ran 2 years on amtor with a
documented 800 contacts per year, averaging 43 minutes each.  When I got
into packet and needed an hf port, it was moved to that mode, and a
different rig acquired to use for ssb/cw/amtor.  It has run dedicated hf
packet port service for the last many years.  During this time, tubes were
a great concern.  There were many times that I couldn't keep tubes in it.
I would replace them every few months.  I had one pair of 6146Ws that I got
from Surplus Sales of Nebraska, but they seems (as you said), a bit
"stale".  They just didn't seem to do well.  I finally pulled them.  What
works?  The plain old 6146A works best for me.  It seems that 6146Bs run
too hot and are too fussy.  They are more apt to have parasitics (noticed
this in vhf service in two way radios too), and don't last long.  The
6146As that I am running right now have been in for over 2 years, and they
are still running just fine.  I have access to 6146B for free, but just
can't keep them in the radio.  I won't use them.

Just another wrinkle.  Obviously, others mileage does vary.
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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
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Subject: 75A3 Schematic or Manual Needed
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I'm posting this for a friend who needs a schematic for his receiver.
If somone could make a copy, I'd be glad to pay the costs.
Alternately, is anyone still selling repro manuals for this model?
Was there a service manual that's different than the standard owner's
manual?  I don't know if Collins made changes through the production
of the 75A3, but this particular receiver is S/N 1200.

Thanks & 73,

Jack  WB3U


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From: [e-mail] (GBohner)
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Subject: 80M Small Antenna recommendations
Date: 15 Dec 1995 10:34:44 -0500
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I live on a typical 80x100 suburban lot and would like to get on 75/80
meters.  My current antenna is R7-vertical which works great but does not
cover 80.  Any recommendations?  Has anyone used the GAP Titan DX?


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Hi All:

I have a general question. I am looking get on 6M. Does anyone have
any comments on Alinco's 6M mobile unit.

Thanks,

Gary-



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In article <4amibv$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Jeffrey Otterson) writes:
>From: [e-mail] (Jeffrey Otterson)
>Subject: Re: ACC Controller Help
>Date: 13 Dec 1995 07:53:19 -0500

>>One of our club's controllers is acting up. It will not accept any dtmf
>>commands either over the air or the phone line. Ont the air, it just
>>passes the tones. We've tried a manual reset and a cold reboot. Anyone
>>know how to resolve this?
>>
>>TNX
>>
>>Barry-KT4DQ

>I cannot tell you how much this frosts me.

Oh that is helpful.


Double check (by reprogramming ?) all COS inputs.  One may be on that is
causing the controller to ignore the input you want to use.  Most likely an
unused control receiver COS.
Ken.


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My wife purchased the AT400 for me for Christmas, same situation I can't
play with it until then.  There is a keyboard modification that will open
both the 200 and the 400 up for expansion.  I also suggest you call the
folks at Premier and talk to them, they are the importer.  They are very
helpful.

73
Alan
K9CTF
[e-mail]



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Subject: Alinco DJF 1T mods
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Is there a keyboard hack fort this radio? I have the "cut this wire" mod
from oak.oakland.edu. Just a little shy of going into a new radio this early.

Thanks



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From: [e-mail] (Albert Liao)
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Subject: AM reception in your teeth?!?
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here's a question i've been trying to figure out:
a lot of people claim they can hear AM transmissions through
their dental work or bedsrpings. how does this happen? obiviously,
the metalic structure of the dental work and the springs can act as
antenna's but what is demodulating the signal from the carrier?
and what is used to amplify the sound?

anyways, just doing some wondering.

if you have any ideas, it would be really nice if you emailed it
to me!

mucho gracias!

--
--
Albert Liao
<[e-mail]>


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From: [e-mail] (JIRI JANDA - OK1XRF)
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Subject: Any Infos About DJ-G5 ???
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Hello,

I would like to bye a new dual band HT. I heard about new model from Alinco
DJ-G5.
I would like to know some informations about this handheld.
For Example:

speed of scanning in memories (DJ-G5/TH-79 => DJ-G5 faster ??? etc.)
Is possible extending for 300/800MHz (Europe version) ???
Possibilities in frq extending (108-174....) ???
Can DJ-G5 scan tones. Is in standart equipment CTCSS module ??? or only
CTCSS encoder ??? and CTCSS decoder is optional ?

Yes, I know, I have many questions about this new dualband, but I would
like to buy something better than my old TH-79E.....

Thanx a lot, c u l8r

Jiri Janda, OK1XRF
Student of Czech Technical University in Prague
e-mail: [e-mail]
        [e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Mike)
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Subject: Assortment of TNC Cables (That Work)
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I posted yesterday looking for a tnc cable, and I thank those of you that
responede in e-mail, but I already found what I was looking for on the web.
Here are some of the pin outs that I came across for the Kenwood TM-241a,
TM-733 (1200 and 9600) to a KPC Tnc (obviously the 9600 baud goes to a kpc9612
which I do not have and therefore cannot test, but the other 2 work. The wire
from the tm-241 also gets it's audio from the mic jack, hence always the right
level regardless of volume. If you use this you will need to enter the KPC-3
command "CD SOFTWARE" as the audio that comes out the mic onnecter is
unsquelched.)

6Pin DIN = KPC-3
        1-1
        2-6*
        2-9*
        3-3
        4-Not Used
        5-5
        6-Not Used

   *Ground


KPC-9612 = 6Pin DIN
        1-3
        2-4
        3-1
        4-Not Used
        5-Not Used
        6-Not Used
        7-Not Used
        9-2*
       10-2*
       11-2*
   *Ground

Kenwood TM-241A to Kantronics KPC-3

8Pin DIN = KPC-3
       1 - 1
       2 - 3
       3 - Not Used
       4 - Not Used
       5 - Not Used
       6 - 5
       7 - 6*
       8 - 6*
   *Ground



http://www.idir.net/~medcalf/ztx/
^^^^A great site with alot of TNC wire diagrams, etc, reccomended to me by the
    guys at Kantronics.



From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:41:59 1995
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From: [e-mail] (N5OFF)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: attn: R-390A Users
Date: 16 Dec 1995 15:33:50 -0500
Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364)
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Sender: [e-mail]
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Reply to:  [e-mail] or [e-mail]

To get a copy of the subject list, send an Internet message to:

[e-mail]

leave the subject line blank

in the body of the message type

get boatanchors r390a.users

Thanks to all who have contributed R-390A info.  We have data on over180
rigs from 17 contracts.  The lowest serial number seen was 2, and the
highest in a given contract was over 6000.  Contributions include those
from Dittmore-Freimuth and Fowler Industries contracts, as well as an EAC
Industries consumer products run.

 As I mentioned in earlier posts, I am compiling a survey of R-390A's
owned by people who frequent the packet and Internet boards.  The object
of the
game is to try and ascertain how many contracts were let for manufacture,
and how many were made.

If you wish to participate in the census and you own one or more R-390A's
(or spy them on ships, hamfests, or just anywhere), please go take a peek
at it (them) and then reply to me with this information:

1) maker (EAC, Motorola, etc)
2) order number (63-PH-54 for ex) from the front tag
3) serial number off of the front tag
4) any unusual features (tags, stamps, frequency shield, etc)

The list includes an accounting of the contributors, however, the names
are not matched with the rigs.  If contributors have a desire to sell
their rigs, I'm sure they will speak up, so you won't get any cards or
letters from making a data contribution to the list.

Thanks,

de tom [e-mail]  or [e-mail]     Internet
            [e-mail]    packet


From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:42:00 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Lee Allen)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: AUSTIN AMATEUR RADIO SUPPLY
Date: 14 Dec 1995 17:14:53 GMT
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In article <Pine.BSD/[e-mail]>,
[e-mail] says...
>
>When my wife went in to buy me a surprise IC-2340 last year, the
people
>behind the counter were very concerned that she wasn't involving me in
>the purchase decision.  They didn't want to have to take the radio
back.
>
>Her reply was that if I didn't want it, it would fit quite nicely in
her car!
>
>Other than the radio, the only other major money we have spent there
was
>for a tower.  We use AES for most things.
>
>
>   Ed Bailen -- N5KZW  /  Irene Beattie -- KA5DYF
>          His religion?  Geek Orthodox!
>
Yoy people should try Oklahoma Comm Center. They can beat any price,
they pay the shipping and have people that know the products better
then any other mail order store I have called. TRY THEM..1-800-7OK-HAMS
Lee N5KXI



From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:42:01 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Joe Izen)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: auto-patch/phone-patch
Date: Thu, 14 Dec 1995 16:19:08 -0600
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I'm looking for a patch to interconnect line level audio (input and
output) and a telephone signal (full duplex).  I'd prefer to use a
commerical product if one is available.  Suggests?   Thanks  -Joe Izen


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From: [e-mail] (tom medin)
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Subject: binaries
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is nobody but me tired of receiving these low audience binaries?  why
can't these be stuck in an FTP site, or sent over e-mail?


t medin
n0ufm


From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:42:03 1995
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From: [e-mail] (AGomez4349)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Cellular Phone Radio Frequency Amplifier
Date: 14 Dec 1995 11:34:17 -0500
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Hey all,
    I recently learned how to scan the 800 range using my cellular phone
from Motorola. I also learned how to transmit over the 800 range, making
my cellular phone into a NICE duplex two-way radio. (My friend has another
phone, and we use them to talk back and forth, in programing mode....)
Anyways, the range for a clear transmission is fairly short, and I was
wondering if there was a way that I could put an amplifier on my antena,
so I could transmit with ALOT of power, and maybe receive weaker signals.
I WILL TAKE ANY IDEAS! Please E-Mail me. THANKS.


From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:42:03 1995
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From: [e-mail]
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Date: 17 Dec 1995 04:10:48 PST
Subject: Choosing 2 meter mobile unit?
Lines: 11

CH>Anyone have any suggestions on which 2 meter mobile unit to purchase?
CH>Please respond to e-mail.  Thanks.
CH>[e-mail]

CH>-*- Sent by NetACCESS: Easy-to-Use Internet E-mail & Usenet Newsgroups!


Try the HTX-212. By Radio Shack, but a great radio.
     73's
      N1UST  (aka) Gail



From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:42:04 1995
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From: charles bolland <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: DEMO DATABASE FOR RADIO BROADCAST STATION IDENT
Date: 15 Dec 1995 15:24:57 GMT
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Hello,

I have a Database Demo program which helps identify Radio Broadcast Stations.  If you
would like a copy, send your Email address and I will send the program via Email.

The program runs from DOS and is a stand alone program which needs no other platform to run.

It's easy and installs quickly..

Hope to hear from you.

Chuck Bolland




From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:42:05 1995
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From: [e-mail] (RICKCRIDER)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Desperate: Palomar 90a Schematic
Date: 15 Dec 1995 02:32:57 -0500
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An offline ham friend (kd4uug) desperately needs schematic for Palomar HF
amp,  model 90 A.    Covers 10-40 meters.   Blue face plate.   Two tubes.
 Second posting,  any leads appreciated greatly.   Copy / Postage paid.
Cordially:
Rick Crider
kd4fxa
Monroe  NC


From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:42:06 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Richard Freeman)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Fix your MFJ Mod. 986 Tuner before it breaks
Date: Sat, 16 Dec 1995 03:25:50 GMT
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To all hams:

If you have a MFJ tuner Mod. 986,  the shaft in the roller inductor
may break at any time.  The problem is the hole in the front panel is
slightly higher than it should be so the shaft is bent all the time.
To correct this 4 washers need to be put under the roller inductor to
raise it to match the front panel hole.  I drilled holes in four
pennies and used them.  They seemed to be just the right size.  Doing
this will save you the $55+ fee that MFJ charges for a new roller
inductor when the shaft breaks.

Yes, MFJ is aware of this design flaw.

Post any questions.

Richard, KB6CEA



From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:42:07 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Kevin Kidd)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: FL-2100Z power out?
Date: Wed, 13 Dec 1995 21:11:17 GMT
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[e-mail] (Brien Pepperdine) wrote:


>Hello - does anyone have an idea of what the relative power level out at
>my watt meter should be for a Yaesu FL-2100Z linear amp?

>Book says 1000 input, so I wondered what the generally efficiency was
>overall in the amp. Perhaps I expected a bit more, but about 500 w output
>is being seen at the meter, this is with about 90 watts drive (more can't
>be given, as the protection on the exciter cycles it off if I try to send
>more input to amp). NO ALC is being given to the amp, as the exciter as
>no provision for ALC output.

>Thanks.

>Brien

>[e-mail]


I have an FL-2100B amp that runs 500-600 watts out with 90-100 watt
drive.  Some bands have more output than others but always within
+-100 watts.

Kevin Kidd
WD4RAT
[e-mail]



From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:42:08 1995
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From: Robert  H°yvald <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: For Sale TM-742a w/UT-50
Date: 15 Dec 1995 19:17:29 GMT
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To all:

I have a Kenwood TM-742a for sale right out of the box with all
docs and warranties. It is only three months old . Included is the
DFK-7 kit, TSU-7 decoder, and the UT50s module for the extra 50mhz
band, and the Comet SSB-15 tribander antenna as a complete package
for $900.00 plus shipping. There is absolutely nothing wrong with
this unit and the accessories, it has very little TX time less
than an hour, and receive of not more than three hours.

Please E-mail all inquiries to 72242,477
KB2UWJ


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From: Jeff Blumenfeld KB3DX <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FOR SALE: 2 MTR handheld.
Date: Thu, 14 Dec 1995 11:40:21 +0000
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Icom P2AT, additional high power battery, all original accessories,
packaging, etc.  Very little use.  Make me a reasonable offer.  Jeff
KB3DX  [e-mail] or 202 955-6300 (office) 202 686-1973
(home).


From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:42:09 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Jed Levin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FS: Yaesu FRG-8800
Date: 16 Dec 1995 12:35:39 -0500
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For Sale:  Yaesu FRG-8800 Shortwave Receiver; excellent condition;  $300.00

Will throw in a Dressler ara-30 Active Receiving Antenna

If interested, email Jed Levin <[e-mail]>





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From: Scott Ellington <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FT-1000
Date: 14 Dec 1995 18:52:26 GMT
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I'm thinking of buying a used FT-1000, primarily for CW contest
operation, and I'd be interested in comments on its performance,
reliability, etc.  Also, if anyone knows the serial number sequence,
and whether any ranges are to be avoided, that would be useful.

Please reply by email to the address below, and I'll post a summary.

Scott  K9MA
[e-mail]




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From: James Garland <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: FT-1000
Date: 14 Dec 1995 20:58:24 GMT
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I've used an FT1000D for several years, and think it is the best
transceiver I've ever used. It is vastly better, in my opinion, than the
Icom 765 which I used previously. LOaded with all the filter options, the
FT1000D selectivity is exceptionally good, with bandwidths well-shaped
for the cw user. The tuning rate is a bit fast for cw work, but you can
buy an aftermarket accessory which slows it down. THe sub-receiver is
very useful, although I miss not having an s-meter for it. I never use
the internal keyer so can't comment on it. The QSK circuit seems to work
well at 40wpm (my limit), but I don't really care for QSK except in a
contest or big pileup. THe strong-signal handling capability is
excellent, although there is a PIN diode factory mod for improving it
further. My FT1000D has been extremely reliable, with no problems
whatsoever.



From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:42:13 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Bill Standerfer)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: FT-1000 lock main and sub vfos
Date: Thu, 14 Dec 1995 18:00:22 GMT
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[e-mail] (Ron Long) wrote:

>FT-1000:Tracking main and sub vfos

>[...]
>The problem is that he says that at the time he wrote the memo (1992) he
>had not tried his idea - and I am unable to reach him by telephone. His
>idea briefly is to cut the wires to the sub dial encoder and insert a dpdt
>relay. [...]

I talked to Yaesu about this some months ago.  They said that they had
tried it and it works just fine.  The RPGs used for tuning are
identical for both the main and sub VFOs.  I haven't done it to mine
yet, but I'd like to.

Bill Standerfer - KF0DJ
[e-mail]




From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:42:14 1995
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From: [e-mail] (John Wagner)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: FT-51 Mods
Date: Thu, 14 Dec 1995 18:09:41 GMT
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On 11 Dec 1995 21:53:03 GMT [e-mail] (David R Fruehwald) wrote:

>Can someone point me to a place to find FT-51 mods if any?

Check out http://www.qrz.com

They have their whole radio mods database on-line there, including those
for the FT-51.
-------------------------------------------------------------------
John Wagner                  [e-mail]

For Encrypted Mail: PGP Public Key Available upon Request



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From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FT-8500 RS232 Command Language
Date: 13 Dec 1995 22:25:01 GMT
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I an thinking about purchasing the FT-8500 and was curious about how rich the command language was for
controlling the unit from a computer through its RS232 port.

In particular, I was curious as to whether the FT-8500 could respond to a command which inquired as to
whether there was a signal on the current frequency (and perhaps provide some type of relative signal strength
value).

thanks!
-bob
K1HMN




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From: [e-mail] (Andrew Litt)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: FT2500M Yaesu Mods
Date: 13 Dec 1995 17:41:19 GMT
Organization: University of Texas at Austin
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In article <[e-mail]>, Marc Buron says...
>
>
>Looking for any mods for the Yaesu FT2500m, any kind is welcome,
>possibly i'd like the one for out of band transmit,
>
>thanks....
>
>Marc
>Ve2hps.


Well, I've spent considerable (maybe too much!) time toying with the FT2500M,
and here's what I've found:

1)      Hold down the A/N key while turning the power on. Now all the zeros
        that appear in the alpanumeric part of the display are slashed. Repeat
        the mod to revert back to normal zeros.

2)      Hold down D/MR and A/N at the same time while turning power on. You
        will get a display that says CH-x where x is a memory location number.
        Now the radio can only tune to frequencies that are stored in memories,
        and not do manual tuning. Repeat the mod to exit this mode.

3)      There IS a mod for OOB xmit, but it does in no way expand the receive
        range. I'm not a CAP/MARS member, and I found this mod by accident
        (BTW, when hunting down mods, ALWAYS hook up a dummy load to the
        output!). Yaesu didn't put this mod in as a 'toy' or secret that
        people could find out for themselves, they intended it to make the
        radio useable for non-ham purposes by people authorized to do so. I
        won't personally give this mod out, but if you can prove to Yaesu that
        you indeed are licensed to transmit out of band, they will tell you how
        to do the mod. I'm not trying to belittle anybody by saying this; I
        just want to give some info on how to properly go about getting the
        mod. I don't have Yaesu's number handy, but their address is (from the
        back of my manual):
        Yaesu U.S.A
        17210 Edwards Rd.
        Cerritos, CA 90701
        USA
        You could call information in California for their number, or better
        yet, call any radio store that carries Yaesu and ask for the number for
        Yaesu USA.


BTW, has anyone found out any mods BESIDES the out-of-band xmit/receive, DTMF
decode, or OOB memory storage mod for the FT530? I have heard a rumor of an
over-the-air clone mode, but haven't seen it yet.


73
--
+--------------+
| Andrew Litt  |
|   KC5APJ     |
| MSTie#47556  +-----------------+--------------------------------------+
| [e-mail]         |Linux,MST3K,AX.25,Red Dwarf,HC11,TMBG,|
| [e-mail] |FZ/MOI,K2BSA,HP48,Newton,Phish,X-Files|
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From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:42:18 1995
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From: [e-mail] (GBohner)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: GAP Titan DX Ant - does it work?
Date: 15 Dec 1995 10:35:53 -0500
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I want a suburban tract house antenna that works on well on 75/80 meters.
Anyone have experiece with the GAP Titan on 75/80?  Or suggest another
small antenna that fits on a roof and that does not require huge radials.


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From: Hank Blackstock <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: GE Mastr Exec II Mods
Date: 14 Dec 1995 00:47:22 GMT
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Hello Tom,

I modified some Master II's a few years ago for 9600 baud. I
applied the 9600 data to the varicap in the channel element to
obtain FM. It worked just fine. I did have a text file giving
exact details of how I did it but I have lost it in the shuffle
of getting a new computer.

73 Hank WA5JRH



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From: "C. J. Hawley Jr." <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Gripe about QST Automatic Tuner Article
Date: Wed, 13 Dec 1995 14:08:22 -0600
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To: "Paul H. Bock" <[e-mail]>

Paul H. Bock wrote:
>
> In rec.radio.amateur.equipment you write:
>
> >using the club magazine for free (not only free but he gets PAID for it). He
>
>      Ummm, unless QST has changed its policy since I last published in
> it (admittedly a number of years ago), they *DO NOT* pay a cent to
> the author.  CQ and 73 do, but not QST; all you get is a nice
> certificate (suitable for framing) signifying that you published an
> articlle entitled "Such and Such" in a certain issue.

You're right. I was guessing. Not that $100 or something similar would pay for
the effort involved. I don't have any specific comments on the rest of the
included text. I can see the valid points made. I guess I was mostly
disappointed with what I felt could have been a real learning experience for
myself. I built the SSTV interface board article a few years ago. Remember that
he offered the software free to anyone who sent him a picture of their completed
board. None of the parts needed to be bought from the author, most of mine came
from Radio Shack including the blank pc board which I was surprised to find
there. I'm not interested in SSTV, but I built it because the fellow did that,
was so nice to do it that way, and for the experience. I sent a couple of
pictures. I did however generate a lot of discussion on the air about it. Maybe
it did him some good.

>      This isn't a complaint against their policy, BTW; payment for
> magazine articles (and I've published in CQ, Broadcast Engineering, EDN,
> Electronic Design, Astronomy, Naval Institute Proceedings, etc.) is
> basically peanuts.  If I cared about getting paid I'd write a book,
> but unfortunately I'm not creative enough to appeal to the average
> reader.....    ;-(
>
>      Regarding the article in question, before I'd build such a box
> I'd have to weigh the "value added" of what I might learn against simple
> need, and if simple need for a tuner was the motivation I'd have to
> weigh the cost of building (including my time) against just buying
> it.  After 35 years as an electronics professional, just tossing
> together a bunch of parts on a board eats into time which could be
> spent more productively unless I'm learning something new in the process.
>
>      Having said that, however, I feel bound to point out that there
> are those who could benefit from assembling such a "kit" because they lack
> experience in basic assembly techniques, and building such a "kit" from
> an article is a little more difficult than the usual "no brainer" kit
> with its step-by-step instructions (in fact, the best way to build a
> "step-by-step" kit successfulyy is to disengage one's brain; thinking
> too much can cause one to "create" problems where there wouldn't be any
> if one would just *follow the instructions*.)
>
>      So, I don't see the article or the kit as "valueless;" neophytes
> in ham radio have to learn somewhere, and if they are essentially non-
> technical people to begin with (and many are) they need to start with
> "step-by-step" kits, then move up to "published article" projects,
> then on to true "do it yourself" endeavors.  That way they *BECOME*
> more technical, and the hobby is the beneficiary.
>
>      Failure to provide these intermediate steps would be like taking a high
> school sophomore who's never even seen a calculus or physics book and
> saying, "Today we're going to learn about Maxwell's Equations....."
>
>      BTW, sorry I cannot post this, but my server only "does" e-mail so
> I had to reply just to you alone.

Here it is.

>      Enjoyed the posts, tho.....keep up the good debates.....

Yeah. I knew that I was being inflammatory on purpose.

>
>    73,
>
>    Paul Bock, K4MSG
>
>        * Paul H. Bock, Jr.        * Principal Systems Engineer
> (|_|)  * E-Systems/Melpar Div.    * Telephone: [phone] x2062
>  | |)  * 7700 Arlington Blvd.     * Internet: [e-mail]
>        * Falls Church, VA 22046   * Mailstop: N203
>
>      "What?  Us, Interfere?  Of course we're going to interfere!
>     Do what you're best at, that's what I always say!"  --  Dr. Who

Thanks for the thoughtful reply.
73, Chuck, KE9UW
--


Charles Jack Hawley Jr.
Amateur Radio KE9UW (A.K.A. 'Chuck' in Ham Radio)
BMW K100RS, BMWMOA #224 (A.K.A. 'Jack' in Motorcycles)
[e-mail]
Sr. Research Engineer Emeritus
Univ of Ill, Urbana-Champaign


From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:42:22 1995
Date: 14 Dec 1995 21:36:10 EDT
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From: [e-mail] (Hugh Duff)
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Subject: Re: Gripe about QST Automatic Tuner Article
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> This month's QST features a slick microprocessor-controlled automatic
> antenna tuner. The design seems solid, and the price for the parts kit
> ($158) is reasonable. However......the article discretely mentions in a
> footnote that "the source code is not available," for programming the
> microprocessor. In effect, therefore, the article is simply a promotion
> for a antenna tuner kit, and not a do-it-yourself article.
>
> I feel strongly that QST should not publish construction articles unless
> enough information is provided for readers to duplicate the
> project themselves. It is fine for an author to sell a parts kit with
> his article, but I do not believe proprietary information essential to
> completion of the project should be withheld. When lengthy software
> listings are involved, they should be made available on the ARRL Web Page
> or BBS, as in the excellent DSP kit by W9GR, a few years ago. I believe
> QST is setting a very unfortunate precedent with this article.
>
> Jim W8ZR
>


Interesting !   I was under the impression that QST (ARRL) was very
explicit about not accepting construction articles in which the author
witholds proprietary information.  This is dissapointing...I haven't
seen the issue yet but the project sounds quite interesting to me.
I guess the author wants you to buy the complete kit *or* at least a
preprogrammed micro with the security bit set (so that you can't copy
'em).  That's the kind of nonsense you see in Popular Electronics.
Maybe QST and/or the author has made an error :)

Regards...Hugh Duff  VA3TO


---
 ■ NFX v1.3 [000]


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From: [e-mail] ()
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Help with Ten-Tec Scout 555?
Date: 13 Dec 1995 11:00:35 GMT
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Hello,

I have a problem with my Ten-Tec Scout: it does not transmit on 160.
I checked the LO sgnal produced by the plug-in module, and it is very
low compared to 80 or 40. Receive seems to work (at least sort of).

It is a bit difficult for me to contact Ten-Tec directly, but may be
someone has
encountered this probelm and knows how to fix it.
73, Moritz DL5UH




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From: [e-mail] (MICHAEL T. HODGSON)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Help: FTC 1123 Yeasu
Date: 15 Dec 1995 03:31:08 GMT
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Can anyone identify what type of radio a Yeasu FTC 1123 is??

thanks

mike

[e-mail]

--
Mike - Raleigh, NC USA

Opinions expressed herein are my own and do not in any way
represent those of my employer.


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From: [e-mail] (JCHol)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Henry 2K-3 HF amp; adding 160 meter capability
Date: 13 Dec 1995 20:31:06 -0500
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I would like to add 160 meter capability to this amp.  Any suggestions,
lessons learned  would be appreciated.

Thanks de John, WA5TWL


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From: [e-mail] (TOAD5763)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: HF Station
Date: 14 Dec 1995 19:21:00 -0500
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I'm looking for a good used hf transceiver, or transmitter/receiver.  I
would like a FT101E or a Drake TR-4.  If you are in the Oregon Washington
Area E-Mail me with your information.  Thanks


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From: "Ken (KC6TEU)" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: How to add AGC to a Swan 250????
Date: 13 Dec 1995 22:54:15 GMT
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What is the best way to add AGC capability to the Swan 250
radio? This radio has no AGC, so when I am listening to a weak
signal during a contest my ears will get blown out by a local
contester!!!!

The Swan 250 is a tube type radio. I figure a feedback from
the audio output to the audio amplifier input could do it. Are
there any other designs on how to add an AGC control on a tube
radio like the Swan 250?

I've got the radio for free, so don't tell me to buy a new
radio. I cant afford it!

               Ken R. Mason
               KC6TEU
               CM98LQ
               [e-mail]



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From: [e-mail] (jeff griffin)
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Subject: HTX-212 mod needed
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Does anyone know of a mod to allow an RS HTX-212 to  TX on  marine band
(156.025 thru 157.425) MHz. Email any info you might have. Thanx Jeff Griffin.



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From: [e-mail] (David A. Boackle)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: HTX-212 mod needed
Date: 14 Dec 1995 16:45:39 GMT
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jeff griffin ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Does anyone know of a mod to allow an RS HTX-212 to  TX on  marine band
: (156.025 thru 157.425) MHz. Email any info you might have. Thanx Jeff
:Griffin.



This is not mine, but it does apply here:

: 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 Weir VP Engineering  | "We seem to be standing on
: RST Engineering          |  the foreskin of technology."
: Grass Valley CA 95945    | (Gen Chuck Yeager)
: voice/fax [phone]   |
: [e-mail]  AR Adv WB6BHI  CFI A&G/Comml Inst A&G/A&P/C-182A N73CQ


73 de KC5AAW
---
David A. Boackle    [e-mail]    Mississippi State University


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From: curtis epps <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.swap
Subject: I.D. Timers
Date: 14 Dec 1995 22:04:43 GMT
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Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.antenna:17698 rec.radio.amateur.equipment:22555 rec.radio.amateur.homebrew:12136 rec.radio.amateur.misc:95594 rec.radio.swap:53056

I.D. Timers:  Battery powered quartz countdown timer with alarm.
Auto re-set/auto re-start for no
touch opperation and no loss in time between ten minute ID cycles
with the auto re-start.  L.C.
display shows minutes remaining in countdown.  High acuracy less
than +4 seconds per week
of continuous duty.  Aprox 2 1/2 x 2 1/2 x 1/2 inches; watch
battery included.
Timer has spring loaded magnetic clip for dash board or visor
mounting for mobil use, swing
down metal bail converts clip to easel stand for base opperation.
 Timers sold nationally for
$35.00.  Special price $20.00 shiped UPS ground.  Checks OK.
Curtis Epps (KB4WUB) 1553
Mackerel Ave.-Sarasota, FL 34237

--
C.EPPS


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From: [e-mail] (Tom Palmieri K2PJ)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: IC-2350H Opinions Please
Date: Sun, 17 Dec 95 14:51:25 GMT
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Can anyone provide me with opinions regarding the IC-2350H ?
performance, etc.?


Thanks for your help

73  Tom

[e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (NI8K)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: IC-706 HFXmit D-59 Mod
Date: 14 Dec 1995 12:02:23 -0500
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This is the 50 Mhz and down Xmit Mod.

Caution: You will be working on a surface mounted, very small device.
      Be sure you have a strong magnifying glass and a strong  bright
light.
      To remove the device you will need a small soldering pencil  and or
dykes.

1. Place the radio front knob towards you and remove the top 3 and 2 side
screws.
2. The main board is the one near the front.
3. The 706 has 5 diode spaces on this main board. These spaces are located
    just to the right of the orange ribbon cable connection and to the
left of part
    R-198 marked on the circut board.
4. Now that you have found the 5 small spaces; you will see from left to
right
    small 3 legged black diodes in positions 1, 2 and 5. On my US model
diodes
    for spaces 3 and 4 are missing.
5. Next we want to remove unmarked diode D-59 which is the second diode
    from the left. You can use a small soldering pin or you might want to
just
    cut it out of the way. I was able to unsolder the front two legs then
raise the
    diode and unsolder the front leg.
6.  Now your done ! Re set the CPU and you can transmitt below 50 Mhz.
     It works.

     2nd Caution: If you are not comfortable working with very, very small
devices
                         find some one who is. This is too expensive a
radio to screw
                         up and trust me- it wont take much.

      Removing this device (diode) might disable further mod's and will
void your
      warranty. Thats another reason to unsolder and keep the diode.

     This mod works and I have noticed no side effects or strange
problems.

      Now I can use this radio as a back up MARS Station.

                                         73's   Gary     NI8K




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From: [e-mail] (Paul N. Nix)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: IC-706 Microphone
Date: Wed, 13 Dec 1995 14:04:19 -0600
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Regarding his new IC-706 mobile installation, Colin Wright (AA0YT)
has written:

> Has anybody tried making a "extension cord" for the mike: a pair of
> RJ45's, a RJ45 cable splicer (i.e., two females), and eight-wire phone
> cable?

> Thanks!!
>
> Colin R. Wright, AA0YT
> [e-mail]
> http://walden.mo.net/~aa0yt

In the 'food-for-thought' category, I called Heil Electronics the
other day, as I'm building an interface to let me use their headset
with my new IC-706, and I have to build an adapter cable.

The lady at Heil (VERY nice; reminded me of the good folks at Tentec)
said that they're having a terrible time trying to find the right cable
that will accept the 'modular' telephone RJ-45 connectors (used on the
IC-706), that is shielded. She said they'd finally found that if they
keep the unshielded run VERY SHORT it works OK.

Heil says they also frequently find that using their microphone
elements with ICOM radios results in very low levels, ie. some form
of audio preamp is needed. Along these lines, I've taken a little
one OP-AMP mic preamp from the ARRL Handbook, and already have all
the electronic parts to build it.

One thing I realized, while studying the IC-706's schematic (I called
ICOM for one) ... although long-time ICOM owners probably all know it,
but ... ICOM has +8 Volts DC on their microphone line, to power the
built-in mic preamp that's in their electret microphones. They make
NO mention of this in the IC-706's Manual (only cautioning against
shorting the +8 VDC line that's available on the modular connector).
The +8 Volts in the IC-706's mic line comes off an internal +8VDC
regulator in the radio, through a 1 k resistor. While talking to Heil,
the lady there said they use a 0.47 microFarad DC blocking capacitor,
to isolate their dynamic microphone element from the DC voltage.

73

Paul Nix  (WB5AGF)
e-mail: [e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Eric E. Scott)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: IC-706 mods clarification
Date: 14 Dec 1995 16:18:03 GMT
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In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>
>Yes and I still want to know how everyone knows it is D59 when there is
no
>schematic and it's not labled on the board.
>
>
>
>
>
>--
>Steve Ellington [e-mail]  Louisville, Ky
Where is D59? I couldn't find it.

Thanks
Eric E. Scott
KC7KLZ
--
The opinions expressed in this message are my own personal views
and do not reflect the official views of Microsoft Corporation.



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Subject: Re: IC-706 mods clarification
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Is there any work around to get the power up on the VHF side of
this Mod?


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From: [e-mail] (Eric E. Scott)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: IC-706 VHF Question
Date: 14 Dec 1995 16:16:20 GMT
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In article <4a242f$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
says...
>
>Does D59 mod open up VHF on the IC706?  If it does is the TX range
118-174 mhz?
>What is the power output over that range?
>
>Steve, WA2NHZ
>
>
Is there way of getting the Scematics for the IC-706?  I have one and I
would like to open up the TX on the HF side of things.  However When I
tried to find the D59 diode I couldn't.

Thanks

Eric E. Scott
KC7KLZ
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From: [e-mail] (David W. Hess)
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Subject: Re: IC-706 VHF Question
Date: Sat, 16 Dec 1995 06:55:33 GMT
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[e-mail] (Eric E. Scott) wrote:

>Is there way of getting the Scematics for the IC-706?  I have one and I
>would like to open up the TX on the HF side of things.  However When I
>tried to find the D59 diode I couldn't.
>
>Thanks
>
>Eric E. Scott
>KC7KLZ

Give ICOM a call and they will send you a schematic for free.  The service manual costs
$30 dollars and is suppose to be out in January.
-----------------------------------------------------
What John doesn't know is that we replaced the coffee
he NORMALLY drinks, with a new, low-grade fiberglass.
Let's see what happens...


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From: [e-mail] (Enno Groen)
Subject: Re: IC706
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Why don't you look for a 775 ft1000 or new Kenwood if you don't like small??
I don't want such an elephant on my desk for sure...
73
Enno



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From: [e-mail] (Stan Lui)
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Subject: ICOM 2340
Date: 13 Dec 1995 10:27:49 -0700
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less than a year old has PL Enode/Decode function asking 400
dollars.radio is in like new condition.

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From: [e-mail](Stephen Mallalieu)
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Subject: icom 706
Date: 15 Dec 1995 16:17:43 GMT
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does anyone have any first hand experience with the newly introduced icom
706 poptable rig. i really want to buy one but i want to get input. thanks
a lot.

steven mallalieu  kb2cek  email-  [e-mail]


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From: Steve Forcht <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: Icom Batt on HTX-202
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[e-mail] (palermo) wrote:
>I am using a W&W Associates battery on my 202. The bat # is: WC-0242J2-IC8.
>
>Occaisionally I get the Error-2 message, which I know is caused by the higher
>
>battery voltage (8.4 @ 1400ma).


I had the exact problem with my HTX 202. I returned the radio to Radio
Shack and they replaced the radio with a new one. It turned out to be
that the earlier serial number radios were more prone to PLL unlock when
using the higher voltage/wattage batteries.
Just my 2 cents worth.



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Subject: Icom Batt on HTX-202
From: [e-mail] (Clint Bradford)
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Subject: Icom Batt on HTX-202

HTX-202 "ER2" indicates a PLL unlock. The radio gives this error if the
PLL alignment is off or if the transmitted signal interferes with the
internal PLL frequency. This error has been reported most frequently
when using the supplied "rubber ducky" antenna with either a high-power
battery pack or with an external DC source.

According to the internal Tandy memo, the fix for this is to use an
external antenna when using external DC power. The memo goes on to say
that if the problem persists, send the transciever to the repair center.

--------

Is your unit new? If so, take it back for another.

I have read about this problem, but never experienced it first-hand with
the six or so HTX-202s that I've worked with. On 12VDC from all sorts of
power sources.


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From: [e-mail] (Doug Snowden)
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Subject: Icom IC-751 Scematics/Service
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I am looking for a copy of scehmatics for the Icom IC-751 xcvr. Or
an original/copy of a service manual would be ok if it has scehmatics
in it.

73 Doug, N4IJ [e-mail]

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From: [e-mail] (Mary Fowler )
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Subject: ICOM R7100,  ScanStar; need help
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I have an ICOM R7100 connected to my NEC Pentium PC with an
Optoelectronics CX12, with ScanStar software.  I need help setting
switches, parameters, etc. correctly.  We have read the manuals and
other instructions.  By the way, I have a disability.
I'd like to hear from someone else who is using ScanStar with an
ICOM R7100.                              Jim
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From: [e-mail] (My name is...)
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Subject: ICOM R71A  W/ EX309 computer interface
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Does anyone know if the EX309 computer inteface will work with
software like SCANCAT?

thanks,
Ken


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The EX309 has a parallel bus output.  Most of the scan software
I've seen works with a serial port.  The EX309 was discontinued
or taken out of the design by ICOM, and a different interface used.
I have seen nothing commercial that allows a serial port to be used
with the EX309.  I didn't feel like learning about microcontroller
programming, which would have been necessary to build a serial converter
for this.

Maybe someone else can be more constructive, as I'd like to see the
way to make it work, too....

/mark

My name is... ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Does anyone know if the EX309 computer inteface will work with
: software like SCANCAT?

: thanks,
: Ken


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From: [e-mail] (John Albert)
Subject: Re: ICOM R71A  W/ EX309 computer interface
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In article <4an2ga$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (My name is...) writes:
>Does anyone know if the EX309 computer inteface will work with
>software like SCANCAT?
>
>thanks,
>Ken

No.  You need the UX-14 CI-IV Interface.  You also need the
CT-17 level converter to interface to your computer.



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From: [e-mail] (Chris Weddle)
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Subject: INFO WANTED ON KENWOOD 621A 2m/220 MOBILE
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I'm looking for mods to the Kenwood 621A 2m/220 Dual Band Radio. There's
nothing on it in ftp:oak.oakland.edu site. Anybody know what sort of
mods are out there?

Thanks,
Chris, N7RME
Mt. Lemmon, Arizona


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Subject: Ingrese Via Internet a las Repetidoras de California
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RADIOAFICIONADOS

DX's VIA INTERNET CON LOS ANGELES CALIFORNIA

Es fantastico escuchar como radioaficionados de todas partes del mundo
utilizan los repetidores de VHF y UHF del sur de California (En Espanol)
ingresando por medio de INTERNET, ademas en muchas ocaciones nuestras maquinas
de 2 Metros, 220 Mhz, 440Mhz y 1.2 Ghz estuvieron interconectadas con maquinas
similares, por horas, en otras partes del mundo permitiendo realizar Dx's con
un pequeno equipo de mano.

Para realizar un INTERNET/REPEATER LINK con los repetidoras de habla hispana
de sur de California debes contar con los siguientes elementos:

- Cuenta en Internet del tipo PPP.
- Computador 486 DX2 66mhz 8 MB con tarjeta de sonido.
- Modem de 14,400 Bauds.
- Programa Iphone (Internet Phone: http://www.vocaltec.com).

Si ya estas listo o te hace falta ayuda envia un E-Mail a:

[e-mail]

Y adjunta los siguientes datos:

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73's de AC6RB George Migliarini




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From: [e-mail] (James V. Kauffman)
Subject: Re: Is Kenwood loosing it or what?
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Don Simpson ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Is Kenwood loosing their ability to manufacture solid equipment.   I

(snip)

:       Don Simpson
:                 [e-mail]

Hi Don and the group,

     I've owned many radios, none of which had to go back to the factory
EXCEPT ALL THREE KENWOODS. Yaesu & Icom build solid equipment, I wish I could
say the same for KENWOOD.

     Units sent back one or more times:

     - TS 690
     - TR 751A
     - TM 3530A

No more KENWOODS for me!

Jim Kauffman, N7TTO/4
[e-mail]
[e-mail]


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From: "Ken (KC6TEU)" <[e-mail]>
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Just testing using Windows NT.....



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It's working...


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Just testing using Windows NT....



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Just testing using Windows NT....



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"Ken (KC6TEU)" <[e-mail]> wrote:

>Just testing using Windows NT....

Hey, Ken, congratulations... Your WinNT seems to work fine. And I hope
my Win 3.1 works also...

QRO 73 frm PU2UEP



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From: [e-mail] (richard l wilder k3di)
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Subject: Re: Kenwood IF-232 Interface
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Hugh Duff ([e-mail]) wrote:
:
: > Howdy! I am still looking for a diagram to build a Kenwood radio computer
: > control similar to the IF-232, using 1488/1489 quad line drivers.
: >
: > Anyone out there have a diagram I can have?
: >
: > Thanks and 73!      Fred kq6bc
: >
:
: Hi Fred...don't bother with 1488/1489 driver/receivers.
: You need 3 supply voltages or a voltage doubler/inverter if you go this
: route.
: Check out the MAX232 (by Maxim) or the Motorola equivalent. THese
: chips have 2 receiver and 2 drivers PLUS a charge pump and inverter...
: this provides the necessary +/- 12v using a single 5v supply.
: I made an IF232 equivalent circuit using a MAX232 and an opto-isolator
: chip for much much less than Kenwoods version. (< $10)
:
: Leave me e-mail if you want more details.
:
: Hugh Duff  VA3TO
:
:
:
: ---
:  ■ NFX v1.3 [000]


The February 1993 issue of QST page 37 has an article about building
interface boards for ICOM, Kenwood, Ten-Tec, and Yaesu.  The article
also suggests the MAX232 (or Harris ICL232) chip.  73, Dick, K3DI



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From: [e-mail] (Demetre Koumanakos)
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Subject: Re: Kenwood IF-232 Interface
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Jim Dear ([e-mail]) wrote:

: >I'm amazed at the money that the manufacturers charge for their silly
: >interfaces, when a few dollars worth of parts are all that's needed.
: >
: >If you can't find the article, drop me e-mail.
: >
: >73
: >
: >Paul Nix  (WB5AGF)
: >(e-mail: [e-mail])

: I am interested here too...looking for KW for TS450/TS690...I'll see if I can't
: contact ARRL and see if they can help us?

The 1996 ARRL handbook has schematics for such interfaces...

73's




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From: [e-mail] (Mparkes)
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Subject: Kenwood TM733 good rig? Like it?
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I am thinking of buying a new 733  .. wonder if anyone out there has
experience with the rig and what you think of it.
Thanks, Mike KS4DA


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Subject: Kenwood TS 830 forsale
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I have a kenwood TS 830 for sale x-cond 8kc. split nonsmoker $600

KA3WED        e-mail to [e-mail]


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I have a kenwood TS 830 for sale x-cond 8kc. split nonsmoker $600

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From: [e-mail] (richard p. dawson)
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Subject: KENWOOD TS-120S FORSALE
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hello, i have a kenwood ts-120s for sale, this is a ten through 80 meter
rig, and does cw and ssb, it does 100 watts, has vox.anda 500 hz cw filter
unit is clean and works well
300 bucks firm
you ship or pick up my qth is champaign illinois
thanks and 73 de rich n9rzd

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From: [e-mail] (Don Russ)
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Subject: Re: Kenwood TS690S  Any mods?
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In article <4am1bf$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>
>I am also collecting mods for the TS690S. Not that the radio need
>any, just for fun. However there is only one mod I know of: to make
>it transmit over a wider range for use with SHF transverters.

My friend Dave is a UHFer and may want that mod for his transverter
collection.  May I ask where do I find it?

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Advanced Development Engineer       a California Microwave Co.
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From: [e-mail] (Jerry Gardner)
Subject: Re: Keyer Recommendations Wanted
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Michael Adams ([e-mail]) wrote:
: I presently have a straight key, and have noticed that many of the fast
: people are using paddles.  My radio has an electronic keyer module, and I
: was thinking of getting a paddle.

: There are a lot of models.  Does anyone have a recommendations?

Here are a few that I've used:

Bencher - This one has been around a long time and is quite popular. Costs
          about $69 for the basic model. The chrome plated and gold plated
          models are more expensive. This paddle is a bit flimsy for my
          tastes. It requires an allen wrench for adjustments, and I've
          had problems with contact corrosion. Bearings are nylon and steel
          needle bearings.

Jones   - This one is imported from England by Palomar Engineers and costs
          about $169. A very nice paddle. I have the all-brass model and
          it's very solid--none of the flimsy feeling the Bencher has. The
          bearings are rotary ball bearings with almost no slop or play.
          It's fully adjustable without tools and the adjustments hold
          over time.

There are many others on the market, but I haven't tried any of them. I
recommend the Jones paddle without reservation. It's one of the best paddles
being made today.

--
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[e-mail] (Jerry Gardner) wrote:
>
> Michael Adams ([e-mail]) wrote:
> : I presently have a straight key, and have noticed that many of the fast
> : people are using paddles.  My radio has an electronic keyer module, and I
> : was thinking of getting a paddle.
>
> : There are a lot of models.  Does anyone have a recommendations?
>
> Here are a few that I've used:
>
> Bencher - This one has been around a long time and is quite popular. Costs
>           about $69 for the basic model. The chrome plated and gold plated
>           models are more expensive. This paddle is a bit flimsy for my
>           tastes. It requires an allen wrench for adjustments, and I've
>           had problems with contact corrosion. Bearings are nylon and steel
>           needle bearings.
>
> Jones   - This one is imported from England by Palomar Engineers and costs
>           about $169. A very nice paddle. I have the all-brass model and
>           it's very solid--none of the flimsy feeling the Bencher has. The
>           bearings are rotary ball bearings with almost no slop or play.
>           It's fully adjustable without tools and the adjustments hold
>           over time.
>
> There are many others on the market, but I haven't tried any of them. I
> recommend the Jones paddle without reservation. It's one of the best paddles
> being made today.
>
> --
> Jerry Gardner          | Maintainer of the Large Format Digest
> [e-mail]    | Send subscription requests to [e-mail]


I have a Vibroplex.  It is the $99 model.  I'm new to the code, but my friend Rich, N3KQN, an extra cl.
Ham, liked it so much he went out and bought one for himself.

Good luck.

73


Ray


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Subject: Keyer Recommendations Wanted
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I presently have a straight key, and have noticed that many of the fast
people are using paddles.  My radio has an electronic keyer module, and I
was thinking of getting a paddle.

There are a lot of models.  Does anyone have a recommendations?

Thank you,

Michael Adams
KE6BOO
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I have a bencher which is junk, and a imported hi-mound which is
also junk, but I like the feel of it. You can't go wrong with
a Vibroplex. My favorite of all is Schurr key made in Germany.
Ham Radio Outlet has them. It is by far the nicest. Good luck...
Dave




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Basically, there are two main choices (Bencher and Vibroplex) and
many less popular choices, all of which are advertised in QST.  I
have used both the Bencher and the Vibroplex, and both have really
excellent feel.  You can't go wrong with either, and they're in the
under $100 range.


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From: [e-mail] (Henry Turner)
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[e-mail] (Michael Adams) wrote:

>I presently have a straight key, and have noticed that many of the fast
>people are using paddles.  My radio has an electronic keyer module, and I
>was thinking of getting a paddle.

>There are a lot of models.  Does anyone have a recommendations?

>Thank you,

>Michael Adams
>KE6BOO
>--
>                                             [e-mail]



Check out a Vibroplex BUG non electronic keyer... fun to play with and
with practice... control like an automatic electronic keyer.
try one before you buy.

Henry Turner
KC5FLJ



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From: [e-mail] (D W Hemphill KC5NG)
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There are a lot of good paddles on the market (and a few
crummy ones too).  Prices vary widely.

I have a Bencher BY-1 that I bought new in 1978.  Yes, it's
not as heavily built as some of the others, but I've never
had any trouble with it what-so-ever (I treat it carefully,
as I do all of my ham gear).  I have tried the Vibroplex
Vibro-Keyer, Brown Brothers, Ham-Key, Viking Speed-X, and
others (but not the Jones or Hi-Mound).  I prefer the feel
of the Bencher over all the ones I've tried, although the
Brown Brothers was also quite nice.  Unfortunately, Brown
has been out of business for many years, and their keys
bring a high price on the used market.  The Bencher is a
low-priced model (comparitively) and might be a good one
to start with.  And you might actually like it, as I do,
and stick with it!  I wouldn't use anything else.  :)

BTW, I operate strictly CW, nearly all of it QRP.  I run
between 20 and 30 words per minute most of the time, and
the Bencher keeps up with me just fine.  I have been
licensed since 1977, and have the Extra ticket.

73,
        Dean W. Hemphill, KC5NG
        Lake Dallas, Texas

PS:  If anyone wants to "flame" me, and try to tell me why
my opionion is wrong and theirs is right (like so many of
this newsgroup's readers seem to want to do), please do it
privately via my e-mail address.  I'll probably ignore you
but you can at least have your tantrum and make yourself
feel like a big shot.  -DWH



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From: [e-mail](Mark Ennamorato )
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Subject: Re: Limits to DSP?
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In <4ambka$[e-mail]> Brian Farrelly
<[e-mail]> writes:
>
>[e-mail](Mark Ennamorato ) wrote:
>
>>In reality, it is only necessary to sample at 2 times the INFORMATION
>>bandwidth.  SO... with the IF of 9 MHz and an audio (assuming
something
>>like SSB or AM or CW) bandwidth of a few kilohertz, you would only
have
>>to sample (theoretically) at 2 times that bandwidth.
>
>>                                                            For
>>audio signals like SSB etc, you could sample at a few MHz, then
>>decimate to several 10's of kilohertz (like 10-20 kHz) and do all the
>>audio recovery/processing with a simple (Analog Devices type )DSP
chip.
>>By the way, sub-sampling also gets you a 'free' down-conversion too!
>
>Some references on this approach would be of interest.
>
>It strikes me that by decimating you are throwing lots of information
away,
>information that might be useful for reducing noise. If you decimate
from
>9 MHz to the range you suggest then you are keeping only .2% of the
samples!
>
>I presume there is a flaw in my logic somewhere but I don't see it!
>
>[e-mail]
>

Brian,

Lots of references out there. Look into Harris Semiconductor DSP data
books, plus trade rag articles like in EDN, Electronic Design, and RF
Design.  There are several books too on DSP, and IEEE articles.

The basic idea is to sample at a high rate, say several MHz, then
decimate down to a reasonable bandwidth the DSP can handle, a bandwidth
related to the information bandwidth.  The key is to use a decimating
filter.  This takes in samples at a high rate and FILTERS LIKE A LPF to
give a low output rate.  THIS HAS THE EFFECT OF FILTERING OUT MUCH OF
THE NOISE AND INCREASING THE OUTPUT SIGNAL TO NOISE RATIO BY
POTENTIALLY LARGE FACTORS.  Think of it in the frequency domain - the
noise is spread over the original sampling frequency range, then the
decimating filter get rid of everything that is outside the OUTPUT
sampling frequency range.  Just like the narrow filter in the IF of
every ham rig.

Mark



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From: [e-mail] (David Stockton)
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Brian Farrelly ([e-mail]) wrote:

: It strikes me that by decimating you are throwing lots of information away,
: information that might be useful for reducing noise. If you decimate from
: 9 MHz to the range you suggest then you are keeping only .2% of the samples!

: I presume there is a flaw in my logic somewhere but I don't see it!



    Before we begin, someone made a big boob choosing the word "Decimate"
with its meaning reversed, back in the early days of DSP. To quell unruly
towns, Roman governors 2000 years or so ago, threatened to "decimate" the
population. If the population did not fully accept the Roman occupation,
the Romans took one tenth of the population (usually randomly) and
publicly executed them. 9 tenths lived on.

   DSP usage blows it two ways, firstly their "decimation" covers all
factors not just ten, and it is the minority that survives. Also the
samples that don't survive don't just disappear, they influence the
output of the process.

   Let's call it "resampling" instead


     Samples aren't just thrown away, instead a filter is used to perform
amplitude interpolation. When changing to a slower sampling rate, greater
amplitude resolution can be created in something akin to averaging. If we
are going to collapse N samples into 1, we can average those N samples
and create a result that needs more bits to express it than each of the N
originals each needed. Averaging is a crude filter-like process. A
flashier filter could be seen as a form of weighted averaging ( a pretty
good way of visualising some types of digital filters).

     Some audio ADC's sample at MHz rates with a 1 bit ADC (comparator)
and then "Decimate" to give 44.1 kilosamples/sec with many bits of
resolution. They also use a one bit DAC as a feedback element into a
multiple integrator structure preceding the 1 bit ADC. Look up
"Delta-sigma Analogue to digital converters" for more info.


   Nyquist's sampling theorem (he did other things besides sampling)
gives a minimum sampling rate for UNAMBIGUOUS capture of the information
in a signal, given the BANDWIDTH of that signal. Centre frequency is
irrelevent to this, bandwidth is what counts.
   From this it is possible to sample a signal at a rate greater than
twice the signal's bandwidth - though possibly much less than the
centre frequency - and capture all of the information in the modulation
of the signal unambiguously, but losing certainty about the centre
frequency. This is called undersampling


     Now, it's possible to amalgamate undersampling techniques with
delta-sigma converter techniques and wind up with what is now called a
"bandpass delta-sigma converter" These things haven't really hit the
streets yet, no semiconductor manufacturers have flooded the market with
parts and applications notes, published info is in the form of research
papers aimed at those already in the know.  I know how they work in
general terms, but haven't yet felt the need to dig into them seriously
as they do not, at least now, offer the combination of bandwidth and bits
of resolution that I'm interested in.

   Cheers
           David  GM4ZNX


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From: [e-mail] (Henry Baker)
Subject: Re: Limits to DSP?
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In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
(David Stockton) wrote:

>     Before we begin, someone made a big boob choosing the word "Decimate"
> with its meaning reversed, back in the early days of DSP. To quell unruly
> towns, Roman governors 2000 years or so ago, threatened to "decimate" the
> population. If the population did not fully accept the Roman occupation,
> the Romans took one tenth of the population (usually randomly) and
> publicly executed them. 9 tenths lived on.

I thought that DEC invented the DEC-i-mate -- i.e., Dilbert's girlfriend.  :-)

>      Samples aren't just thrown away, instead a filter is used to perform
> amplitude interpolation. When changing to a slower sampling rate, greater
> amplitude resolution can be created in something akin to averaging. If we
> are going to collapse N samples into 1, we can average those N samples
                                             ^^^^^^^^^^^
> and create a result that needs more bits to express it than each of the N
> originals each needed. Averaging is a crude filter-like process. A
> flashier filter could be seen as a form of weighted averaging ( a pretty
> good way of visualising some types of digital filters).

You'd _better_ average these together, or you'll get aliasing.

I once had occasion to compare a really high-quality sampled & reconstructed
256x256 image with a run-of-the-mill sampled & reconstructed image that was
512x512.  The difference was amazing.  The poor slob was wasting 4X as much
processing to produce images that were substantially inferior.

The bottom line is: use high-quality anti-aliasing and reconstruction filters,
and you'll save yourself one heck of a lot of digital processin.

--
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From: [e-mail] (Maurice J. Marcil)
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Looking for computer software to train in moorse code. If it is all
possible I am looking for win3.1+ or win 95 prefered. Please also
recommend what type of key for the code to use in practice. I am taking
lessons towards my licence.

Thank you to all
Maurice



From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:43:20 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Frank Durda IV)
Subject: Looking for PS for Kenwood TS-430-S
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I am looking for a power supply for or compatible with a
Kenwood TS-430-S.  Supposedly the matching power unit
is no longer made (although a newer model might be compatible).

The xceiver has the power connector marked (6-pin molex) as
13.8V @ 20AMPs.

Any pointers?  I am looking new and used.

Thanks.  If possible, please reply by mail - news delivery here is slow...

Frank Durda IV <[e-mail]>|"The Knights who say "LETNi"
or [e-mail] (Fastest Route)| demand...  A SEGMENT REGISTER!!!"
...letni!rwsys!nemesis!uhclem    N5VFV      |"A what?"
...decvax!fw.ast.com!nemesis!uhclem         |"LETNi! LETNi! LETNi!"  - 1983



From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:43:21 1995
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From: [e-mail] (John Seney)
Subject: Re: LOOKING TO PURCHASE A TOROID WINDING MACHINE
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Organization: MV Communications, Inc.
Date: Fri, 15 Dec 1995 03:15:33 GMT
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In article <4aij8t$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
(lbliao) wrote:

> Please contact via email.
> Thanks a lot!
>
> lbliao

Contact AIREX Corp - Dover, NH Jim Sedgewick -
603-742-3703

FYI: The latest version of Digital Scope.FAQ <303> is on my WWW Home Page.

                        Best Holiday Wishes!

               John D. Seney |_|_|_|_| [e-mail]
          144 Pepperidge Dr. |_|   |_| www http://www.mv.com/ipusers/wd1v
   Manchester, NH 03103-6150 |_|_ _|_| [e-mail]
       LeCroy Sales Engineer | | | | | 800-553-2769



From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:43:23 1995
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From: Rudy <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Lowest PC Memory Prices!
Date: Thu, 14 Dec 1995 01:32:47 -0700
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High Sales Volume = Lowest Prices!

Because of high volume sales to the US Government, State
Government, and National Laboratories, Atomic City Electronics,
Inc. of Los Alamos, New Mexico is offering PC memory at
outstanding prices:

4 MB  (1X32) $129.95
8 MB  (2X32) $249.95
16 MB (4x32) $479.95

All are new NP 70 ns 72 pin Simms.

Call [phone]: Ask for Rudy.
FAX  [phone]: Attention Rudy.


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From: Rudy <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Lowest PC Memory Prices!
Date: Thu, 14 Dec 1995 01:33:34 -0700
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High Sales Volume = Lowest Prices!

Because of high volume sales to the US Government, State
Government, and National Laboratories, Atomic City Electronics,
Inc. of Los Alamos, New Mexico is offering PC memory at
outstanding prices:

4 MB  (1X32) $129.95
8 MB  (2X32) $249.95
16 MB (4x32) $479.95

All are new NP 70 ns 72 pin Simms.

Call [phone]: Ask for Rudy.
FAX  [phone]: Attention Rudy.


From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:43:24 1995
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From: "Robert A. Kile" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Major brands factory repair time survey
Date: 14 Dec 1995 04:13:53 GMT
Organization: accessnv.com
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"Jimmy D. Burrell" <[e-mail]> wrote:
>I had to send my kenwood 732 back because of UHF receiver problems. It took
>a MONTH!! This is my last kenwood purchase! I'm switching to YAESU.
>
    It would be appropriate to put this comment in context. Whether it be
Icom, Kenwood, or Yaesu the service repair time now is 5 plus weeks for
non-warranty repairs. Most Warranty work is done as first priority and is
usually completed in less than a week.





From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:43:25 1995
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From: Gerald Schmitt <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Manual Needed DSA 5600A
Date: 13 Dec 1995 17:44:36 GMT
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Recently a local ham sold out his shack and moved to a rest home.
I bought from him a frequency counter by DSA model 5600A. I would
appreciate it if someone had a manual I could get a copy of.
DSA seems to be out of business and I hate to bother the seller
in the rest home. Thanks for any help and of course I will defray
copy and postage costs.

                73 de Jerry


From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:43:26 1995
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From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Military "Backpack" style radio
Date: 17 Dec 1995 05:37:39 GMT
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I am looking to try and find one of the older military style backpack radios in good working order that may be converted or preferably
has allready been converted to use on 6meters.  If anyone knows of a source please let me know.

Dwayne

[e-mail]
_________________________________________________________________
Firefighter/EMT  Fire Patch Trader Carolinas Fire Page (Disp.701)
Appalachian Trail Hiker (Trailname "Backdraft")
Ham Operator KC4ADW
"Life is also about the Journey not just the destination"
" Strive for Perfection, Settle for Excellence"
_________________________________________________________________


From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:43:27 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Kevin Kidd)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Mobile ANTENNA  info needed
Date: Wed, 13 Dec 1995 21:19:08 GMT
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Will <[e-mail]> wrote:

>Hello , I would like to get info on the *screwdriver* mobile antenna.
>Are there any building plans or can I buy it as a kit.
>Any info is welcome.
>Thanks 73 de Will,  KN6DV


I Posted a similar article to yours a couple of weeks ago and got
several answers about a book 40+ years of Mobiling that was written by
the designer of the screwdriver ant.  I understand that some machine
work is required to produce almost all of the designs currently used.
The best preassembled screwdriver hf antenna is supposedly made by a
K4POZ, Ron Wilson in Atlanta, GA area.  Ron is the Chief Engineer of
WSB AM (50kw Braves BaseBall Flagship station) so he should know
something about rf :> .

Kevin Kidd
WD4RAT
[e-mail]



From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:43:28 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Doug Alspaugh)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Mobile ANTENNA  info needed
Date: 14 Dec 1995 22:18:17 GMT
Organization: CompuServe Incorporated
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X-Newsreader: OUI 1.0.1

40 Plus years of Mobiling is a worth while book to read even if you decide to get one of the mfg screw driver antennas. You can get it from World Radio Ma

73 Doug



From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:43:29 1995
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From: [e-mail] (SnPCross)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Mods Azden PCS-6000H?
Date: 14 Dec 1995 19:15:00 -0500
Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364)
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Sender: [e-mail]
Message-ID: <4aqem4$[e-mail]>
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     I would like to know if anyone has any mods for the Azden PCS-6000H?
I ahve not been able to find any.  Please respond to me at
[e-mail].
     Thanks,
-Shawn


From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:43:29 1995
From: [e-mail] (Frederic Einstein)
Subject: Mods for the Yaesu 1000MP?
Date: 14 Dec 95 19:40:13 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
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Lines: 6

Hi there,
        I was wondering if anyone had come across
the mods for the new Yaesu FT-1000MP.  Could you
please post them here?  Thanks!!!

Fredric Einstein


From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:43:30 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Mark McDermott)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: MODS: Yaesu FT-650
Date: Sun, 17 Dec 1995 09:37:02 GMT
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Anyone have the mod to open up the transmitter so I can use it for CAP
26.620 ?


--
Mark S. McDermott, P.E.  N7TJP
email: [e-mail]



From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:43:31 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Steve Ellington)
Subject: Re: More on IC-706
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Date: Fri, 15 Dec 1995 01:02:17 GMT
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We have an fm station about 10miles away on 95.7mhz. The entire fm band
is overloaded into a garbeled bunch of mush from there all the way down
to 88mhz on my IC 706. This is not the case with my $9.95 pocket radio.
It easily outperforms the 706. So don't expect much!
--
Steve Ellington [e-mail]  Louisville, Ky


From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:43:32 1995
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From: "John T. Young" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: More survey of major brands repair times.
Date: Sun, 17 Dec 1995 07:39:30 -0800
Organization: University of Washington
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A few more responses came in re: the major brands factory repair time
survey. 1). re: Icom "was told radio would be repaired quickly due to my
time constraints and would be done for free. Returned with a $70 UPS COD
charge and nasty note from Icom about the terrible job I did soldering
(what soldering?!). Stopped payment on check, sold radio, bought an Alinco."

2). Alinco: "DJ 580 with intermittent problem of memory dumping was sent
back to factory six times. Never fixed. Eventually sent me a new radio
after dealing with the problem for a year. Own eight Alincos but sure
dread having to send anything back to them."

3).Yaesu: "sent F-51R back for 15khz update. On the phone they said it
would be a max. 5 day turnaround. Just got a postcard saying it would
take two weeks."

4). Kenwood: "sent 732 back due to UHF recvr probs. Took a month. My last
Kenwood...switching to Yaesu."

5). The final word comes from someone who wrote: "Whether it be Icom,
Kenwood, or Yaesu, the service repair time is now 5 plus weeks for
non-warranty repairs. Most warranty work is done as first priority and is
usually completed in less than a week."

My thanks to all who contributed to this informal survey. From my own
standpoint, I am not sure that anything conclusive can be drawn from the
survey! One thing for sure...hams without their gear are not a happy lot.
Seems to me that there are horror stories regarding all brands and much
of that may depend on how the gear was treated by the hams themselves. I
should point out that out of nearly twenty responses to the survey, there
was only one response from a Kenwood owner. This MAY indicate
something...or maybe not. You be the judge. Good luck and may all your
gear stay in tune. Best of the Holidays to you all. 73 de John, KI7JB.


From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:43:34 1995
From: [e-mail] (Doug Reed)
Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!rosevax!hamlink!fredmail
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Motrac Uhf tx help
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Sat, 16 Dec 1995 09:12:22 -0100
X-FTN-To: All
Lines: 27


>Henry Schwartz asked:
>Need help on getting mods for a Motorola UHF repeater on 460.000 Mhz.
>Need info for dropping frequency to 442.000 MHz.  The repeater is a
>Motorola MOTRAC 60 Watt UHF base station, Model C74MSY3101AT. I need
>info to move the exciter down, maybe any info on parts changes that was
>used on same model in the 406 to 420 Mhz band would be of help. The rx
>tunes fine.
>
>thanks
>Henry Schwartz, N0QPJ

I am just cross posting the message here to help Henry.  The system is
an old police base station we inherited for our ARES/RACES repeater.
Henry verified it worked on the original 460 frequencies and was able
to tune the receiver down to 447 MHz but hasn't been able to get the
exciter working on 442 MHz yet.  He has verified the power amp works on
442 MHz so the problem has to be in the exciter.  Has anyone had
experiance making a MOTRAC transmitter tune in the bottom end of the
band?  If you post your answers here or email them directly, I'll make
sure Henry gets the info.  Thanks for the help.

Doug Reed, N0NAS       email: [e-mail]

 * SLMR 2.1a * If this were an actual tagline, it would be funny.




From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:43:35 1995
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From: [e-mail] (gloria medcalf)
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Subject: New Ham Web Site with Information Content
Date: Thu, 14 Dec 1995 21:19:58 -0600
Organization: Internet Direct Communications - Lawrence, Ks - [phone]
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A new ham radio related web site is on-line. It contains Articles
and Radio-TNC Wiring Diagrams.

URL: http://www.idir.net/~medcalf/ztx/

Current Articles

    Desense: Some Possible Solutions

    TOR Modes: Hearing the Difference (includes sound files)

    Getting Information from a Weathernode

I plan to add an article approximately once a month. These articles may
be reprinted in amateur radio club newsletters provided that credit is
given to the author.

73 gloria ka5ztx   [e-mail]


From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:43:36 1995
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From: John Philpott <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: New two way radio products (REPOST)
Date: 13 Dec 1995 20:19:17 GMT
Organization: Microcomm Ltd, Christchurch, New Zealand
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New Products!!

MicroComm's Model 340 MicroLink Voice & Data Multiplexor.

The 340 MicroLink provides 3 radio channels and one data channel over
one conventional 25KHz radio channel.
In other words you can have 3 voice plus one data channel over just
the one radio channel.
It also provides a digital backbone for small networks.
MicroLink reduces the potential for site related interference by
reducing the number of RF bearers.
Applications Include:
-Rural telephone systems.
-Private mobile radio networks.
-Remote Controlled radio systems.
-Off shore oil and gas platforms.
-Rail communications systems.
-Scada & telemetry systems.

Prices from USD$5,185 a pair.


MicroComm Model 383 Repeater Tone Panel & Telephone Interconnect.

The MicroComm Model 383 is the most advanced repeater tone panel
combined with a telephone interconnect. It can simultaneously
decode/encode up to 50 CTCSS tones, 104 DCS codes and selective
signalling formats using DTMF or 5 tone Selcall.
The 383 can store up to 160 users in its database using any
combination of these signalling formats.
The optional plug in telephone interconnect daughter card provides a
fully featured radio to telephone and telephone to radio
interconnect.
Programming access is via local phone or remotely via the radio
channel or telephone interconnect using MicroComm's MS Windows based
package "FREND" (FRontEND)

Prices from USD$618


MicroComm's Model 681 Standalone/Network Tone Panel/Site Controller

MicroComm's Model 681 is an advanced state of the art concept in the
control of radio repeater and communications systems for the 2 way
radio industry. It includes all the features of the 383 plus many new
features never before found in traditional tone panel radio repeater
control products.

Fully expanded the M681 provides:

-Full repeater control port.
-4-wire E+M audio port.
-Pstn Interconnect with 2400 baud modem.
-Voice synthesiser.
-MPT1327 FFSK 1200/2400 baud modem.
-Digital data port.
-Voice band scrambling to/from interconnect or audio port.
-Comprehensive telemetery monitoring and alarm paging.

In summary, the M681 provides all the functions of a shared local
repeater controller as well as providing full networking capabilities
for linked repeater systems in a multi drop, multi repeater system,
as well as concurrently supporting a full duplex telephone to radio
interconnect.

Price from USD$815

For more information contact
John Philpott or       Brent Collins
[e-mail]   [e-mail]
Phone [phone]   Fax [phone]



From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:43:37 1995
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From: "C. J. Hawley Jr." <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: OMNI VI BFO Problem
Date: Wed, 13 Dec 1995 17:29:48 -0600
Organization: University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
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Mike Cizek wrote:
>
> I have a Ten Tec OMNI VI with a wandering BFO.  The transmit offset on
> CW varies with ambient temperature and sometimes is over 500 Hz off.
> The problem seems to be with the trimmer caps on the TX AUDIO board.
> does anyone else have any experience with this problem?   I would
> prefer to fix this myself rather than send it back to TenTec.  Thanks.
>
> Mike Cizek  KO7V
> [e-mail]

I would call TenTec anyway. They'll let you fix it yourself and they might
know a chronic problem. Circuit cooler from Radio Shack will let you isolate
the sensitive part or bad solder connection if it comes to that.

--


Charles Jack Hawley Jr.
Amateur Radio KE9UW (A.K.A. 'Chuck' in Ham Radio)
BMW K100RS, BMWMOA #224 (A.K.A. 'Jack' in Motorcycles)
[e-mail]
Sr. Research Engineer Emeritus
Univ of Ill, Urbana-Champaign


From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:43:38 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Mike Cizek)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: OMNI VI BFO Problem
Date: 13 Dec 1995 21:19:39 GMT
Organization: Netcom
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X-NETCOM-Date: Wed Dec 13  1:19:39 PM PST 1995

I have a Ten Tec OMNI VI with a wandering BFO.  The transmit offset on
CW varies with ambient temperature and sometimes is over 500 Hz off.
The problem seems to be with the trimmer caps on the TX AUDIO board.
does anyone else have any experience with this problem?   I would
prefer to fix this myself rather than send it back to TenTec.  Thanks.

Mike Cizek  KO7V
[e-mail]


From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:43:39 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Clark Savage Turner)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: OMNI VI BFO Problem
Date: 14 Dec 1995 16:07:29 -0800
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Hi Mike:

Sounds like a bad crystal to me, in my limited experience.  Anyway,
you can always call Don at Ten Tec and he is happy to theorize and
help you on your way to fixing it yourself.  He has been very helpful
to me in my many Ten Tec self repairing expeditions.

Clark
WA3JPG


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From: [e-mail] (SAM BRADSHAW)
Date: 10 Dec 95 20:35:00
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: PB-26
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Hello, i'm looking for a PB-26(or 26S) battery pack for my Kenwood TR-2600A.
if you have one, please reply here or to [e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Joe Mack)
Subject: Re: Power supplies in series?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
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In article <4ahmot$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Jay Hillgen) writes:
>I was wondering if it would be harmful (to the supplies) if I was
>to wire three switching power supplies in series so that their
>voltage would in effect, be cumulative.  Is this a good idea?
>Thanks!
>                                       jay
>

I run my 160W 2m brick off 3 identical 5V switchers that have been
turned down to 4.5V each. Works fine.

        Joe NA3T
        [e-mail]





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From: [e-mail] (Don Breazile)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: program info ft23-r
Date: 16 Dec 1995 04:31:35 GMT
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A friend of mine just bought a yaesu ft-23r and it did not come with a
manual. he needs to know how to program the tones. if you can help with
this info. please let me know.
thanks and 73 Don



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From: Alan Johnson <kninectf>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Question: GE Master II at 52.525
Date: 13 Dec 1995 16:20:18 GMT
Organization: -=MO.NET=- P-Net, Inc's Missouri Operations
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I have two of the Master II's on UHF.  If they are the same configuration
I think you can just pull the PL board out of the radio.  As to the
power, most people using the Master II in repeater service run them at
40% of max for full duty cycle.  You might want to call the folks at Link
Communications, the repeater controller folks, they have a fact sheet for
converting the Master II to full duplex service.

73

Alan
K9CTF
[e-mail]



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From: [e-mail]
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Subject: Re: Radio Cards?
Date: 16 Dec 1995 03:00:15 GMT
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In <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (David Feustel) writes:
>I'm looking for an IBM pc compatible shortwave (and/or wideband) radio
>card that I can run with os/2. I'd like to be able to turn the radio
>on/off at specified times and also to be able to set the frequency and
>receive mode (am, (wide/narrow) fm, lsb, usb, etc).
>I also would like to be able to save to disk the digitized audio output
>from the radio.

Your best bet is probably not to look for an adapter card, but for a
synthesized-frequency reciever that can be controlled via a standard
RS232 port. If you want to digitize the audio, feed the output of that
into a soundcard and record away. That combination is more likely to
be available, doesn't require anything beyond standard device drivers,
is probably more versitile in the long run (you can run the radio even when
not connected to a PC), and so on...

Warning: Digitized audio burns huge amounts of disk space very quickly.
Unless you've got gigabytes and/or are only capturing VERY short samples,
I suspect that audio tape is a better solution.


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From: Alan Johnson <kninectf>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur,rec.radio.amateur.swap,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.ham-radio,rec.ham-radio.swap
Subject: Re: REQUEST INFO - Oklahoma Comm Center
Date: 13 Dec 1995 16:36:29 GMT
Organization: -=MO.NET=- P-Net, Inc's Missouri Operations
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I have purchased two radios form Oklahoma Comm and have been very happy
with the service, price and the way that I was treated.  I don't believe
you can go wrong with them.

Alan
K9CTF
[e-mail]



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From: [e-mail] (Wayne Day)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: REQUEST INFO - Oklahoma Comm Center
Date: Thu, 14 Dec 1995 08:45:54 -0600
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In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Greg
Kopp) wrote:

> Have you ever bought anything from Oklahoma Comm Center (1-800-765-HAMS)??
>
> I'm looking at buying a radio mail order from them. They are $30 cheaper
> than most other stores with free shipping and I'm not sure of thier
> reliability.
>
> e-mail to [e-mail] or [e-mail]

I've purchased several radios from OKCC over the years (they have a nice
store in Oklahoma City, as well as come down to the Fort Worth-Dallas area
Ham-Com each year, too!), both new and used, and have been completely
satisfied with doing business from them.  They're nice folks to do
business with.

73 Wayne KF5ZC

Note: crossposting to six different groups shrunk down to the one
appropriate group: rec.radio.amateur.equipment.

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From: [e-mail] (Lee Allen)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur,rec.radio.amateur.swap,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.ham-radio,rec.ham-radio.swap
Subject: Re: REQUEST INFO - Oklahoma Comm Center
Date: 14 Dec 1995 17:17:31 GMT
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In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
says...
>
>Have you ever bought anything from Oklahoma Comm Center
(1-800-765-HAMS)??
>
>I'm looking at buying a radio mail order from them. They are $30
cheaper
>than most other stores with free shipping and I'm not sure of thier
>reliability.
>
>e-mail to [e-mail] or [e-mail]


I buy ALL my equipment there. I have shoped around, but with their
prices and they pay shipping, they are my ONLY store now....73

Lee N5KXI



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From: [e-mail] (Ken Thompson)
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Subject: Re: REQUEST INFO - Oklahoma Comm Center
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In article <4apm7b$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Lee Allen) writes:
>From: [e-mail] (Lee Allen)
>I buy ALL my equipment there.
>Lee N5KXI

ionet is an Internet provider IN Okla.  You don't have ties to OCC do you?  :-)




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From: Jerry Kreifels <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: REQUEST INFO - Oklahoma Comm Center
Date: 12 Dec 1995 15:51:06 GMT
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[e-mail] (Greg Kopp) wrote:
>Have you ever bought anything from Oklahoma Comm Center (1-800-765-HAMS)??
>
>I'm looking at buying a radio mail order from them. They are $30 cheaper
>than most other stores with free shipping and I'm not sure of thier
>reliability.
>

I've dealt with OCC on 3 occaisions, beginning about Sept. 1994.  I have no
complaints with them.  I can't speak about return policies or anything, since
I've had no need to return, but I'd encourage you to buy from there.

73, Jerry

--
Jerry, KO6JV (Sacramento CA area)
[e-mail]
"My opinions, not my employer's."



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Subject: Re: REQUEST INFO - Oklahoma Comm Center
Date: Sat, 16 Dec 95 18:41:12 GMT
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> Have you ever bought anything from Oklahoma Comm Center (1-800-765-HAMS)??
>
> I'm looking at buying a radio mail order from them. They are $30 cheaper
> than most other stores with free shipping and I'm not sure of thier
> reliability.
>
> e-mail to [e-mail] or [e-mail]

Hi Greg,

   I live a few miles from Oklahoma Comm Center and drop by often for a chat
with Mike and Tony.  They are the two guys you will most often deal with when
calling on the phone.  They are both knowledgeable active hams and are glad to
share their experiences to help you pick out the rig that is right for you.  I
have never seen a better price on equipment or support for the buyer.  I will
admit that they are more geared for mail order than counter sales and if you
walk into the showroom, you might wait awhile before they get around to helping
you.  If you are looking for reassurance, you have it.  They are on the up and
up and serious about selling you ham gear now and in the future.

P.S. -  If you talk to Mike, tell him Glenn said he is a bottomfeeder.  If you
talk to Tony, have him pass the message to mike.    o<:-)%

<><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><>
<>              Glenn Reed                <>
<>    OK Wing Communications - C.A.P.     <>
<>              Sooner  44                <>
<>                 KF5XB                  <>
<><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><>
 Note: The above remarks do not necessarily
       represent those of anything sentient.



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From: [e-mail] (John Chapman)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: RF interference in Ford Explorer
Date: 13 Dec 1995 16:27:12 GMT
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  It's ARTICLE No. 95-11-3  for all 95 Ford trucks and some cars.

  The biggest factor (that was missed in previous postings here) is
The very long ground return lead from fuel pump to engine compartment.

This can be as much as 10 or more feet in larger trucks. Great antenna.

Grounding this lead to frame at closest point to fuel tank is absolutly
necessary.


  John, N0KIC  (From Mark M. Ford Service HotLine.)





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From: [e-mail] (Rick Trommer)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: RF interference in Ford Explorer
Date: 14 Dec 1995 17:01:09 GMT
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In <4amut0$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (John Chapman) writes:
>
>  It's ARTICLE No. 95-11-3  for all 95 Ford trucks and some cars.
>
>  The biggest factor (that was missed in previous postings here) is
>The very long ground return lead from fuel pump to engine compartment.
>
>This can be as much as 10 or more feet in larger trucks. Great antenna.
>
>Grounding this lead to frame at closest point to fuel tank is absolutly
>necessary.
>
>
>  John, N0KIC  (From Mark M. Ford Service HotLine.)
>
>

Not to be overlooked is the exhaust system that must also be grounded
to the chassis. Provide at least 3 good ground straps, one before the
converter, after the converter and one at the tail pipe... 73 WB5YTG
Rick     [e-mail]



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From: [e-mail] (Jerry)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: RF interference in Ford Explorer
Date: Sun, 17 Dec 1995 16:53:11 GMT
Organization: XNet - A Full Service Internet Provider - [phone]
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NOTE: There is a modification bulletin on Fords for RFI in the fuel
pumps.  If snap on filters work, you are lucky.  The pumps are
submergible and require removal from the tank to to install Ford's RFI
kit.  Under warrenty there is NO cost, out of warrenty is about $150.
My ruel tank hasn't been the same since, but the noise is gone.  Make
sure they seat the tank properly and don't force it back in, else it
will leak and require a new tank...
Jerry N9VHW  [e-mail]

[e-mail] (Clifton T. Sharp) wrote:

>In article <4a9i54$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (W8JI  Tom) writes:
>>I have all Ford vehicles here, and the pumps are noisy in all of them. I
>>added external RFI filters at the fuel tanks by using snap on chokes and
>>.1 MFD bypass caps from each lead to the chassis on the supply side of the
>>choke.

>But at what location? Near the gas tank, or near the front of the vehicle?
>I would presume the former; if so, how did you weatherproof the whole
>thing?

>--
>   Cliff Sharp                  There are days when no matter which
>     WA9PDM                      way you spit, it's upwind.
>  [e-mail]       --The First Law of Reality




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From: [e-mail] (N5OFF)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: RF Series 1550
Date: 16 Dec 1995 15:36:53 -0500
Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364)
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That radio is (was) made by Harris.

It can be put on 2M.  Contact Harris in Rochester NY.

I have done it.  Don't use JAN for xtals as they screw up on the tx rock.
Contact BOMAR for that.

73 de n5off


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From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Seeking Coils from 1910-1915 Radios
Date: 17 Dec 1995 18:38:29 GMT
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I have a friend who is looking desperately for triple curcuit
tuning coils used in old radios from the 1910-1915 era, specifically
Marconi RCA (before radio tudes were common).  These coils are the
size of a regular coffee can.

My friend is willing to pay well for these.  Please e-mail me
if you have ANY informaton.  Thanks.

Nathan Everett


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From: [e-mail] (Patrick Boule)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Set time on Sangean 803a
Date: 15 Dec 1995 15:47:36 GMT
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Hi Folks,

I've got a Sangean 803a SW receiver that I got on sale a few
years ago as a floor model. As such, it came without manuals.

Try as I might, I can't figure out the magical incantations
needed to set the clock on this little beastie. (Granted, it
doesn't occupy my every waking moment).

Could someone blast me an e-mail with a quick cheat on how
to set the clock and/or alarm on this piece of equipment.

Thanks,

Pat Boule
[e-mail]

** DISCLAIMER: I don't speak for Nortel/BNR **


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From: [e-mail] (Kenneth E. Harker)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Set time on Sangean 803a
Date: 16 Dec 1995 20:23:01 GMT
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In article <4as5ao$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Patrick Boule) wrote:

> Hi Folks,
>
> I've got a Sangean 803a SW receiver that I got on sale a few
> years ago as a floor model. As such, it came without manuals.
>
> Try as I might, I can't figure out the magical incantations
> needed to set the clock on this little beastie. (Granted, it
> doesn't occupy my every waking moment).
>
> Could someone blast me an e-mail with a quick cheat on how
> to set the clock and/or alarm on this piece of equipment.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Pat Boule
> [e-mail]
>
> ** DISCLAIMER: I don't speak for Nortel/BNR **

Setting time

1.  Press MODE button
2.  Press STORE button (CLOCK should now be flashing)
3.  Use UP and DOWN controls or the tuning knob to adjust the time

Setting alarm

1.  Press TIMER (on top of case)
2.  Press STRORE (STANDBY should now be flashing)
3.  Use UP and DOWN controls or the tuning knob to adjust the alarm time
(in 24 hour format)
4.  Wait.  As long as STANDBY appears in the LCD, the alarm is set.
5.  To disable alarm, press TIMER to toggle STANDBY off.

(From the Realistic DX-440 manual - should be the same)

---------------------------------------------------------------------
Kenneth E. Harker                               [e-mail]
University of Texas at Austin
Department of the Computer Sciences               Amateur call: N1PVB
Taylor Hall TAY 2.124
Austin, TX 78712-1188 USA     http://www.cs.utexas.edu/users/kharker/
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From: [e-mail] (John Wagner)
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Subject: Setting PL deviation on FT-11???
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Anyone know how/where to adjust the transmitted CTCSS deviation level on a
Yaesu FT-11R HT?  Is it an internal pot, or is it in some undocumented
keyboard mode?


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John Wagner ([e-mail]) wrote:
> Anyone know how/where to adjust the transmitted CTCSS deviation level on a
> Yaesu FT-11R HT?  Is it an internal pot, or is it in some undocumented
> keyboard mode?


I have an FT-11R too.  People who receive my transmissions report a
"humming" whose tone varies with the PL tone I set.  Are your symptoms
the same?

Anyway, I called Yaesu about it.  I was told that there's no *easy* way
to turn down the tone level unless you have the optional FNS-26 (?) tone
board.  The hard way is to read the schematic (and somehow decipher the
internal functions of the major chips) and change a resistor or two.
(ie. Good Luck!)  The guy gave no indication that Yaesu would do this
for you for any price.

Let me know if you find a different answer.

John, KB0UNC



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From: [e-mail] (Larry Putman)
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Subject: Re: SGC SG-2000 "PowerTalk"
Date: Tue, 12 Dec 1995 19:24:09 GMT
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[e-mail] wrote:

>The new SGC SC-2000 "PowerTalk" appears to be one of the best things to
>come down the pike in a long time.  However, I have yet to see one of them
>as there are no stocking dealers anywhere on the East coast (SGC tells me
>that there are only three right now and they are all in California) and I
>don't know anyone who has one.

>Does anybody have any experience with this rig?

>Thanks...

I received my "Power Talk" remote control head last week and installed
it on my boat. It works great, and performs as advertised .
I am very pleased with the SGC2000 and now the "Power talk" head!!
Purchased it from Ocean Outfitters in Annapolis MD. [phone]






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Subject: Stolen Yaesu FT-415 HT
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Subject: Stolen Yaesu FT-415 HT

>>...stolen Yaesu FT-415 serial number 1K-040411...

Sorry about your loss.

Are you a Member of the ARRL? They have an excellent Insurance Policy
for us. Won't help you now...but worthwhile looking into for the future.
---
 ■ wcECHO 4.1 ≈ AR-Net: ATTENTION to Details ■ Mira Loma, CA ■ 909-681-6221


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From: [e-mail] (LAURIE)
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hi all
anybody done work with a tait t520 that uses a multi channel
swithching unit it comprises of 2 x bcd's feeding  the board where the
diode matrix board was
the 2 chips {14/16 devices forgot which} are missing hence i cant
dissasemble the chips for the programme
A:have you got any info on the chips
b:have you got any info on the programme that goes into these chips

i believe that they are ttl proms ie as used in the mx290 series etc
any help much app
73's de laurie    [e-mail]




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hi all
anybody done work with a tait t520 that uses a multi channel
swithching unit it comprises of 2 x bcd's feeding  the board where the
diode matrix board was
the 2 chips {14/16 devices forgot which} are missing hence i cant
dissasemble the chips for the programme
A:have you got any info on the chips
b:have you got any info on the programme that goes into these chips

i believe that they are ttl proms ie as used in the mx290 series etc
any help much app
73's de laurie    [e-mail]




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From: [e-mail] (Clark Savage Turner WA3JPG)
Subject: Ten Tec preselectors
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I just got an Argonaut 515.  It has the preselector just like the
older Argonaut 505, 509 ... and the Tritons and OMNI-D's.

I noticed that my Argonaut has low sensitivity on 75 meters only.
The higher bands are OK.  The receiver trimmer is fine, I checked
it, so it seems that the preselector would be the problem.

Anyone see this problem, where the preselector is weak on one end
of its spectrum?  (This is an 80-10 rig, so 80 is the low end of
the preselector range).  Anyone do this alignment and have any
suggestions?

Clark
WA3JPG

P.S. Also, anyone pick up a Ten Tec 8 pole filter and put one into
the Argonaut?


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Subject: Ten-Tek 6m Transverter
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Jim,

It is a very good kit.  I built one this Fall.  It even worked the first
time!

Well, with the amount of instructions, you really can't go wrong.  I found
the receive portion much more sensitive than any other 6 m converter, I
ahve built.  I have built two more - one was a Hamtronics.

You do need some kit building experience, in my opinion, before tacling
something like this.  But it is well worth the effort.

Hope to hear you on Six in the Summer.

73 de VE7MDL              ....Erik.


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From: [e-mail] (Evan Platt)
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Subject: Re: TH-79 Mods? - th79-all.mod (0/1)
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[e-mail] (Volker Behrens) wrote:

>Hello YLs und OMs,
>
>did anyone have the MARS-modification for the TH-79 ?
>
>What is the frequency-range after the mod ?
>
I hope this has already been answered, but if not..




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From: [e-mail] (Mike)
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Subject: TNC Cable
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I'm looking for a cable to connect my KPC-3 to my Kenwood TM-733a. I've
obtained pin-outs for the 6-pin din but I can't find which line is the actual
PTT Line.

Also, I'm looking for the mod for the Kenwood tm241a that allows 9600 baud
packet. I've heard of some people who actually added a data jack to the radio,
and this is what I'm really looking for. Thnaks for your time, '73 Mike




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David Roll ([e-mail]) wrote:
: I'm just starting to get back into radio, due to cost restrictions i'm
: purchasing a Realistic HTX-202 VHF handheld transceiver.  I would like to
: get into packet radio on a low end, so my question is, is it possible to
: hook a standard TNC into this hand-held?  Also any other infromation on this
: particular set-up or in general would be greatly appreciated.


:                                                         Thanks,
:                                                      David Roll
:                                                      VE5 ???

Yep, I used a HTX-202 with a AEA PK-232 TNC, so no problem doing it. It is a
good idea to use the radio with an outside ant. and a clean power supply.
-Duane N9SSN

--
>>>> Duane Whittingham - N9SSN - Dedicated to TVRO & Radio Broadcasting!  <<<<

                    [e-mail]  (MHGC -- Damian Smith)

>>>> Tom & Darryl TVRO Show Returning to Satellite Soon! Watch This Space <<<<


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From: [e-mail] (Barry Rose)
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Subject: Re: TR7 Value ???
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Pedro, I think they are worth $600 to $800 (US) depending on the
condition. I have one in great shape and really like it.

73
Barry

http://www.indirect.com/www/barry/
Store fixtures - displays - supplies


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From: [e-mail] (David Feldman)
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In article <4alfrr$[e-mail]> "Robert A. Kile" <[e-mail]> writes:
>I did not see the original post. From comments it looks like problems
>with oscillation on 10-15 m. A quick fix would involve installing a .01uf
>bypass to end of bandswitch assembly to AVR line on adjacent plug. AVR is

Well, I hope Kenwood Service knows of this fix! I sent a (new to me) TS120
with the oscillation problem to them - they did some work, sent it back, and
it still oscillates like a banshee on 15 and 10 (and most of the time on 20).
Anyway, I've sent it back again and perhaps they'll look more closely.

Last time I fiddle with a TS120, for sure!

73 Dave WB0GAZ [e-mail]



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Lloyd:
  Send me your address and I  will send you a copy of what you need.
Another pages needed?

                                       Steve  VA3SF

[e-mail]
[e-mail]



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From: [e-mail] (Jan Anker)
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In article <[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Conway Yee) writes:
>From: [e-mail] (Conway Yee)
>Subject: TV sweep tubes vs. RF output tubes
>Date: 13 Dec 1995 00:11:26 GMT

>Before solid state HF rigs came into being, some rigs were made using
>TV sweep tubes as the final.  I read that TV sweep tubes had a number
>of advantages over RF output tubes but these advantages are never
>specified.  Anybody know what they are?

Low plate voltage, high mu and low drive power.
Disadvantage: bad linearity so distorsion with SSB.



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In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Conway
 Yee) writes:
>Before solid state HF rigs came into being, some rigs were made using
>TV sweep tubes as the final.  I read that TV sweep tubes had a number
>of advantages over RF output tubes but these advantages are never
>specified.  Anybody know what they are?

Used to be an availability issue. TV sweep tubes were more readily available
in the open market. Almost every neighborhood drug store had a tube tester and
stock of tubes. However that advantage went the way of the buggy whip with the
advent of solid state television. Sweep tubes have, on average, have a
higher interelectrode capacitance than your typical power tubes. This results
in lower power output at frequencies above 20 meters. For instance, the
Drake T4/X with two sweep tubes in the final can outperform the TR4C
transceiver with three sweep tubes in the final running the same input power
level. Yet both rigs run 6JB6 sweep tube finals.>

        73's Dick K8WHA
>
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From: [e-mail] (Ignacy Misztal)
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I compared SWAN-500 and IC-735 on the air. The SWAN received a
consistent 2S better report and always unsolicited excellent quality
reports. The Swan had two TV sweep tubes, and its input power was 350W
CW and possibly over 500W SSB.  Thus, the SSB output could be in the
300W category.  Icom was just a 100W rig.  The good TV tubes' peak
ratings were excellent for SSB, for which the peak power means more
than the average power.

My experiences with the two working DX on 80m could be summarized in
one sentence: with the Swan, almost everyone could hear me but I
could not hear them, and on the Icom I could hear everyone but they
could not hear me.

Ignacy Misztal              Ham radio: NO9E, SP8FWB
E-mail: [e-mail]
University Of Illinois      1207 W. Gregory Dr., Urbana, IL 61801, USA
tel. [phone]         Fax: [phone]



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In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
(Conway Yee) writes:

>Before solid state HF rigs came into being, some rigs were made using
>TV sweep tubes as the final.  I read that TV sweep tubes had a number
>of advantages over RF output tubes but these advantages are never
>specified.  Anybody know what they are?
>
>
>
There were three advantages'

1.) They used to be cheap.

2.) They were available from multiple sources.

3.) They used to be cheap. ;-)

None of these are true any more.

73,
Tom


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   [e-mail] (Jan Anker) wrote:

>Low plate voltage, high mu and low drive power.
>Disadvantage: bad linearity so distorsion with SSB.

This statement is misleading.  The right sweep tubes in the right
circuit compare very favorably with other devices.

The #1 advantage to sweep tubes is that for a given plate dissipation
rating, they can provide a relatively large amount of peak current.
This translates to greater power output in short duty cycle modes like
CW and SSB.

The disadvantage is that this higher power output, as a manufacturer's
spec, is valid *only* for those short duty cycle modes.  For
continuous duty work, such as RTTY, power input to the tubes must be
significantly reduced to avoid damage.

73,
Jack  WB3U


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In article <[e-mail]> [e-mail] (David Feldman) writes:
>They (6LQ6 type tubes) are now in very short supply and are quite expensive.
>Per-tube costs range from $8 to $40 depending on type, demand and vendor.

Um, Dave, $8 was cheap for that tube in 1968 when they were plentiful.
That was about the reseller price for it.

Since you're a sweep tube fan, you should know that the 6LQ6 was a
substitute for the 6JE6. Very popular in tube-type RCA sets as the
horizontal output tube. You might find that either will work in a
linear, but the 6LQ6 will probably take more of a beating.

--
   Cliff Sharp                  There are days when no matter which
     WA9PDM                      way you spit, it's upwind.
  [e-mail]       --The First Law of Reality


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I got mixed responses on this question but the answer is Yes!  Remove
the battery contact cover from the bottom of the radio and clip Pink
wire.  I tried it and it works, thanks for all the responses.

--
Cya l8er...                                         -=lArRy=-




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Hola,

Soy francΘs y estoy buscando a amigos para conversar acerca de temas
latino americanos. Me interesa muchφsimo la cultura precolombina y
estoy realizando una pßgina a prop≤sito de las grandes civilizaciones.
Escribanme para darme ideas interesantes. Gracias.
Hasta pronto, Philippe.


From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:44:21 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Demilson Quintao - PU2UEP)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Unofficial info: TH-28
Date: Fri, 15 Dec 1995 19:42:10 GMT
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Does anybody knows any unofficial information about the Kenwood TH-28?
Is it able to receive the 800MHz band?

QRO 73 to all!

Demilson



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From: [e-mail] (LUIS JOSE LEAL MARTINS)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: US importations
Date: 14 Dec 1995 09:22:48 GMT
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I would like to buy a radio in the US, I would like to know if there are any
shops doing it and if it increases the price very much.

73 Luis Martins
CT1FNK



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From: [e-mail] (Geert Jan de Groot)
Subject: Re: USA Ham Suppliers-sell to Europe?
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In <4aib16$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Garry Walker) writes:

>Hi there I was wondering if there are any US Ham Radio equipment
>suppliers who readily sell equipment to Europe.  I am aware of the
>additional 'costs' incurred by this method, however it is still 'in
>many cases' worth the effort.  Also are there any US suppliers who
>have their catalogues available via the Internet, I woulld appreciate
>further details.

Some do, though you need a credit card and probably need to FAX a
copy of your license. I have good experiences with HRO; ask for
Barry Onigman of the Salem office.

Please ping me privately if you need more details.

Geert Jan



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From: [e-mail] (Bruce J. Bergen)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Vacumn Tubes
Date: Sun, 17 Dec 95 05:24:13 GMT
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I'm looking for a matched pair of 4-250 - anyone out there have a pair?


Internet: [e-mail]
AmprNet: [e-mail]  MSYS: [e-mail]
****************************************************************
"That boy's about as sharp as a sack lo' wet mice"
 - Foghorn Leghorn
****************************************************************


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From: [e-mail] (LEO PARENT)
Date: Sat, 16 Dec 1995 04:14:00 GMT
Subject: VACUMN TUBES
Lines: 9


again I AM NOT A DEALER I have 17 boxes of tube 388 tubes - I have
2 Collins Final amp tubes - If anyone needs tubes send a sase to
Leo Parent@10133 Hoop Ct.Port Richey,FL 34668 with a request for
your needs TNX LP KB2WK

---
 * PowerAccess 1.06 This looks like it is working. Great




From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:44:25 1995
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From: Gary <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: WANT DENTRON 2 METER AMP
Date: 16 Dec 1995 17:40:41 GMT
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Looking for mint condition Dentron 2 meter amp. I don't know
the model number, but it runs a 4CX250-B in the final.

Reach me at: [e-mail]. or 707-448-5221

KJ6Q, Gary.



From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:44:26 1995
From: [e-mail] (Robert Young)
Subject: Want Mod IC-2350
Date: 13 Dec 95 23:21:52 -0800
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Wanted:

I'm still looking for the mod for the Icom IC-2350.
The one posted several weeks ago doesn't work.

73 de N9MSS  Bob
[e-mail]


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From: Gary <[e-mail]>
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Subject: WANT: DENTRON 2 METER AMP
Date: 15 Dec 1995 04:05:48 GMT
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I am interested in locating one of the Dentron 2 meter amps, the one
using the 250B in the final. Want a mint condition unit ONLY! No junk
or otherwise inferior gear considered. Respond with all particulars,
including price to:

Gary, [e-mail] or: KJ6Q@WA6HAM, or 707-448-5221.

73.



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From: Jeff Blumenfeld KB3DX <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: WANTED: 2M Hand_Held HAM Transceiver
Date: Thu, 14 Dec 1995 11:36:29 +0000
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Ajai -

I have an Icom P2AT with an additional high power battery pack, all
the original packaging, etc.  I have used it almost not at all.
Please let me know if you're interested.

Jeff KB3DX


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From: Jeff Blumenfeld KB3DX <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: WANTED: 2M Hand_Held HAM Transceiver
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Ajai -

I have an Icom P2AT with an additional high power battery, all
original accessories, packaging, etc.   It has very low hours,
mainly because I have not been on 2 meters very much.  You can
contact me at [e-mail] or 202 955-6300 office, 202
686-1973 home.

Jeff KB3DX


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From: Jeff Blumenfeld KB3DX <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: WANTED: 2M Hand_Held HAM Transceiver
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Ajai -

I have an Icom P2AT with an additional high power battery, all
original accessories, packaging, etc.   It has very low hours,
mainly because I have not been on 2 meters very much.  You can
contact me at [e-mail] or 202 955-6300 office, 202
686-1973 home.

Jeff KB3DX


From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:44:32 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Chris Conkln)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Wanted: Mod TM-455a (Kenwood 430mhz allmode)
Date: 15 Dec 1995 00:33:36 GMT
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The Tm-455a looks like a nice rig, nice specs all down the list, and a nice
price.  I figure the new price is a result of the relative impossibility of
selling a rig that covers 430-440, but not 440-450.

Have not seen a mod for this yet- did Kenwould-not really do something as
stupid as make an all-mode rig, with the A suffix (American version) that
doesn't cover the 10 megs of the band that has 99.9% of the FM mode (all but
repeater Links and ATV audio in this part of the country).

So if you throw out FM, and packet, you are left with a $600, 35watt SSB
transceiver??  Questionable value considering Yaesu's Ft-790r2.

Also- does the Tm-455a do the "tranverter display" like the sister TM-255a?
(That is display multiples of the operating frequency in the display LCD- real
nice addition IMHO).



Chris Conklin
Amateur Radio station N0PAV
[e-mail]


From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:44:33 1995
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From: [e-mail] [Joshua W. Flood]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Wanted: Mods for Kenwood TH22-AT
Date: 17 Dec 1995 06:47:51 GMT
Organization: SoVerNet, Inc.
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I posted a request a while back and did not hear anything then I found out that my school's
news server went down just after I posted. Now I am home for Christmass break and figured I
would try again.

On with the show. I am looking for any mods for my Kenwood HT. I is a TH22-AT. In particular
I would like the mod to make it possible to transmit out of band. I need it to transmit in the
150 MHz area for ski patrolling. I would also like to see all other available mods out of curiosity.

TNX.

- Josh

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From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:44:34 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Charles Steven Suehs)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: What equip needed for interpreting cw Morse
Date: 15 Dec 1995 17:08:46 GMT
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I'm an aspiring ham and I'm going to start "listening in".
I'm wondering what equipment I need to get one of my computers
to interpret morse code ?  I'm under the impression a TNC won't
necessarily do this (though I also intend to get into packet).

At my disposal, I have a 386, running Os/2, 286 running Dos, an
inherited Commodore 128 and an itty-bitty TI computer.  I'd like
to set up the commodore to do this, but am not sure on the
availability of ham or communications software for the commodore.

Any hints (heck, at this point, I'll take flames, too) would be greatly
appreciated.

-Steve



From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:44:35 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Gary McDuffie, Sr.)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: What equip needed for interpreting cw Morse
Date: Fri, 15 Dec 1995 21:55:37 GMT
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On 15 Dec 1995 17:08:46 GMT, [e-mail] (Charles Steven
Suehs) wrote:

> I'm an aspiring ham and I'm going to start "listening in".
> I'm wondering what equipment I need to get one of my computers
> to interpret morse code ?

Good question.  Now, believe it or not, this is a GOOD answer.
The best computer around for doing this is the one between your ears.
Start learning the code, sit down at the keys, and type what you hear.
That is the BEST way to make that computer copy code.

...and it isn't platform dependent, either!
  __              _   __  __
 / _ _ _    __   /_| / _ /  )/| )
(__)(// (/      (  |(__)(__// |/
        /
[e-mail]


From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:44:35 1995
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Subject: What Ham Radio Manufature
From: [e-mail] (Clint Bradford)
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Date: Sat, 16 Dec 95 10:07:00 -0500
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Subject: What Ham Radio Manufaturer gives the best customer service??

>>Is it Kenwood, Icom, Yaesu, Ten-Tech, or Alinco?

Where's STANDARD in that list?
---
 ■ wcECHO 4.1 ≈ AR-Net: ATTENTION to Details ■ Mira Loma, CA ■ 909-681-6221


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From: [e-mail] (Raymond Sarrio)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: What Ham Radio Manufaturer gives the best customer service???
Date: Thu, 14 Dec 1995 04:45:37 -0800
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Is it Kenwood, Icom, Yaesu, Ten-Tech, or Alinco? That is the new Ham Poll
question this month at URL

                     http://www.csz.com/sarrio.html.

Get the results in real time. While your there check out the results of
our previous poll questions. 73's Ray

--
Visit the Raymond Sarrio Co. Ham Radio Web Sore  http://www.csz.com/sarrio.html
Extensive Discount Ham Radio Catalog
Ham Poll--New poll questions asked monthly



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From: [e-mail] (KC7IPY)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Where to get crystals?
Date: Thu, 14 Dec 95 19:46:04 GMT
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Greeting.  I am looking for a good crystal distributor.  I have 2 Maxon
VHF CP-0510's that I need crystals for.  I know that the RX crystal freq =
Freq - 10.7 / 9 & TX crystal freq = Freq / 9.  Is this all this info I need?
Does anyone know of a few good places?  About how much are they going to
cost me?  Any help would be great!  Thanks in advance.

-Lyle Tanner (KC7IPY)
[e-mail]
[e-mail]
-http://www.disaster.net/icp/
-http://www.goodnet.com/~radio/


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From: Andy Brinkley <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Where to get crystals?
Date: 16 Dec 1995 02:34:16 GMT
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You might want to try Bomar Crystals at 800-526-3935.  I have had the best results
from them.  They have a lifetime guarantee on their crystals and the Maxon's are
probably about $10.00 each.

Andy (N4ROX)



From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:44:39 1995
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From: John M Taylor <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: WTB:  Collins 32S3
Date: 15 Dec 1995 21:53:16 GMT
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I would like to buy a Collins 32S3 round emblem transmitter
in good working condition for personal use.  Please reply by e.mail.




From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:44:40 1995
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From: rew5808 <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.shortwave
Subject: WTB:  heathkit, lafayette, allied catalogs
Date: 15 Dec 1995 05:00:36 GMT
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looking to byt heathkit, allied electronics, lafayette catalogs from 1955
thru 1965.  if you have any laying around, please let me know.

bobby wb5wur



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From: [e-mail] (GBohner)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: WTB:  Kenwood IF Filters for TS-850/450
Date: 15 Dec 1995 10:32:34 -0500
Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364)
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I would like to buy the 500 hz and 1.8KHz If filters for Kenwood.
YG455C-1, YK88SN-1
[e-mail]
W6LJL


From Unknown Sun Dec 17 15:44:41 1995
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From: [e-mail] (steven brown)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: WTB: 2 Meter forTM-741
Date: 15 Dec 1995 04:36:52 GMT
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I need a 2 Meter unit for my TM-741 unit
the one in my unit took a Shi_ and Kenwood can
not fix it so I am told.

                     Thanks Steve [e-mail]


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From: Gary <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: WTB: DENTRON 2 METER AMP>
Date: 16 Dec 1995 03:23:35 GMT
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I am looking for a mint condition Dentron 2 meter amp. I don't
remember the model number, but it runs a 4cx250-b. No junk
considered.

KJ6Q@WA6HAM, or [e-mail], or 707-448-5221.



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From: [e-mail] (Roland Geter sr)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: WTB: Mosley TA33-JR Tribander
Date: 16 Dec 1995 09:17:47 GMT
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I will pay cash and shipping to PHOENIX AZ for good to excellent unit.  E-
Mail me or call 800-399-4383 x765 anytine 24 hours.

-  ROLAND S GETER SR
  [e-mail]




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From: [e-mail] (William C. Robbins)
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Subject: WTB:Heath Manual MR-21A
Date: Fri, 15 Dec 1995 02:30:46 GMT
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I really need a manual for a Heath MR-21A Marine Radio Direction
Finder.  Please pay for manual or copy.  Thanks.

Bill.



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From: [e-mail] (Victor Chartrand)
Subject: WTD:5 12AX7 Vac. tubes.
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Hi,need 5 nos 12ax7 vac. tubes.Any help appreciated..Vic.


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From: [e-mail] (Richard J Bergeron)
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Subject: Re: WTD:5 12AX7 Vac. tubes.
Date: 15 Dec 1995 16:55:52 GMT
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To: [e-mail] (Victor Chartrand)

Electron Tube Enterprises carries New Old Stock USA 12ax7's for $10.00ea
Write for their new FREE 1996 Catalog

Electron Tube Enterprises
Box 8311
Essex, VT 05451


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From: Stefan Kowal <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Yaesu 51R
Date: 16 Dec 1995 14:50:26 GMT
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Yaesu 51R

Has anyone tried modding this radio? If so how did you do it and
what results did you get? I am particularly interested in RX at
70Mhz. The ability to switch AM, FM across the whole of the RX
capability also looks like a bonus.

Stefan,  G0BJW
CompuServe 100627,3426


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From: [e-mail] (Jeff Otterson)
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Subject: Yaesu ADMS programming; ft530; etc.
Date: Sun, 17 Dec 1995 18:10:08 GMT
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Has anybody reverse engineered the ADMS-1 (FT11/41/51 programmer) box
to see what's inside?  I'd love to know...  The FT-530 is not
supported by this hardware; I don't know why, since it's clone port
works with the same MH29 digital microphone.  I guess it's just a
matter of software.  I'd like to know what the software communications
protocol looks like.

Any ideas?
Jeff Otterson
-------------
[e-mail]
Maker and user of tools
PGP key available at http://www.mindspring.com/~otterson/pgp.htm



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From: [e-mail] (WILSONSATX)
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Subject: Yaesu DVS-3 for sale VHF/UHF accessory
Date: 16 Dec 1995 11:44:09 -0500
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I have a DVS-3 digital voice system for sale $95, I'll pay the shipping.
This is a great accessory for many Yaesu VHF/UHF rigs.  It adds digital
voice mail box type operation.  Store messages for others to retrieve with
touch
tones.  E-Mail:  [e-mail]
           WB5NBQ, Ron Wilson


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From: Peter Shintani <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Yaesu Ft-690mkII
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Does anyone have any mod information for the Ft-690mkII to expand the
receive coverage from 50~54MHz to something wider ?
Peter




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From: lloyd korb <[e-mail]>
Subject: Yaesu FT-736R AGC Problem??
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I have noticed an apparent AGC problem with my FT-736R.  The only way
I can describe it is there is an audio distortion in the slow AGC
position when the RF Gain is set fully CW.  If you back off the RF
Gain pot until the S meter does not move, in other words, if the
signal is peaking S9, reducing the gain to the point the S meter
rests at S9 eliminates the problem. I'm wondering if it is an attack
time problem. I also notice that with no signal input, just background
noise, that there is a crackling noise until once again I adjust the
gain so the S meter sits above the noise level.  Does anyone with the
736 have this problem?  Thanks,

Lloyd Korb  K8DIO



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From: [e-mail] (MICHAEL KILLIAN)
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Subject: Yaesu HT VOX headset rewired for FT-2200?
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Does anyone know the proper wiring to use a VC-22 VOX headset on
an FT-2200?  The power supply for the VOX can use the +5 v line
but how should the PTT and mic connector be connected?

Thanks
mike
KC7JGC


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From: Mark Oppenheim <[e-mail]>
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[e-mail](LELAND A. NORVILLE ) wrote:
>
>
>    There is a new test and measurement equipment web site on the net
> from Compudigital Industries.
>
>                        http://www.compudigital.com
>
>    If you need test and measurement equipment, this is the place to
>check, a lot of pretty neat stuff.


Wow, yeah, there's something like *10* Items actually for sale.

Geez, I'm tired from all the browsing!  ;)





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From: William Chueh <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: **Cheap Antenna & Battery**
Date: Tue, 19 Dec 1995 14:07:23 -0800
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To Every ham:

        Exciting news, I found one company that
      carry battary at very low price.
      Kenwoord, Icom, Yaesu, Motorola. The
      company is MAHA COMMUNICATION. They are
      also looking for regional dealer. Contact
      them at 8183334497 in LA,CA. (They don't
      like a single quantity order, combine your
      club order for a special price, *Shipping
      free for club!). They also got TS (Taiwan
      Serene) Antenna, and ADI Radio!


                        William Chueh
                        [e-mail]


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From: Justin Bousquet <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: 220 MHz gear?
Date: 15 Dec 1995 22:36:21 GMT
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[e-mail] (Michael J. Falk) wrote:
>I'd like to get up on 220 sometime soon.  Can anyone recommend some good
>equipment for low prices- (preferably an HT)?
>
>Thanks
>Mike N9YKZ


One word: STANDARD

Your welcome,
AB7NG



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From: [e-mail] (Dick DiVittorio)
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Subject: 6LQ6 Needs
Date: 17 Dec 1995 13:24:16 GMT
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I am looking for a supply of 6LQ6 sweep tubes for my Amp Supply LA-1000.
They use to be cheap and available, but my how times have changed!!!
If any one still knows of a reasonable supply please let me know here.
Also I think the 6MJ6 and the 6JE6 are interchangeable.

Thanks for the input.

Dick


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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
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Subject: Re: 80M Small Antenna recommendations
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   [e-mail] (GBohner) wrote:
>I live on a typical 80x100 suburban lot and would like to get on 75/80
>meters.  My current antenna is R7-vertical which works great but does not
>cover 80.  Any recommendations?  Has anyone used the GAP Titan DX?

I think there are some commercial dipoles that will fit on a 100' lot.
Alternately, you could build a dipole to fit the space and resonate it
on 80M with a loading coil in each leg.  Feed it with a current balun
at the center and you're all set. :)

73,
Jack  WB3U


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For Sale or Swap:

HP Plotter Model 7475A with extra pens still in sealed bags.
Serial input. Makes excellent A size color drawings for CAD
and other programs that support this plotter.

Best Offer.

Iwatsu 100Mhz Digital Logic Analyzer. Model number SL4121.
16 bit analyser with probes and manual.
Has serial, parallel and GPIB ports.
Excellent condition.

Best Offer.

Willing to entertain swap offers for ide disk and/or high speed modems
or reloading dies for .308 plus other items of equal value.
--
Seth Bardash    KC1IZ
Phone: [phone] after 5pm
email: [e-mail]



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From: [e-mail] (James W. KELLEY)
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Subject: Re: [Q] Alinco 6M Mobile Unit
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In article <[e-mail]>,
 <[e-mail]> wrote:
>
>I have a general question. I am looking get on 6M. Does anyone have
>any comments on Alinco's 6M mobile unit.

You might find the 10 watt output on FM to be a little skimpy, and may end
up wishing you had more power.  But I hear guys on them, and they sound
good through the repeaters.  Also take a look at the Azden PCS 7500.
Pretty nice radio, 10/50 watts out.

But - be warned, once you have 6 meter FM, you'll want SSB!  It's a neat
band.  Have fun.

Jim
KE6JPO




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From: Peter Shintani <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Advice on R-7 and grounding( 2nd floor shack)
Date: 19 Dec 1995 23:08:19 GMT
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Hi:
        I live in Tokyo, where it is impossible to establish a ground radial system.
I bought a Cushcraft R-7 since it supposedly does not need any radial network.
The R-7 is mounted  to a mast. The bottom end of he mast is burried about
3 feet in to the ground, and the mast is fixed to the side of the house. The
antenna is a about 19 feet off the ground, the R-7's short radials
are just clearing the second story gutter. For establishing a grounding system
, I have
placed four grounding rods around the base of antenna, and all of the rods hav
e separate
14 gauge braid leads running up to the second floor, but they are not yet conn
ected to the
 antenna, mast nor radio.
                        I would like to know how to go about grounding the radio/antenna system.
The radio
is located on the second floor. SHould  the mast be grounded,  and then should
 a ground
wired be attached to the top of the mast near the antenna and then from there
should a ground wire run to the radio. Or, should a separate ground wire be ru
n
straight from the radio directly to a separate ground rod. What I am worried a
bout is
possibly creating a ground loop, so should the grounding arrangement be "star"
 or a bus ?

Confused ?




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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
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Subject: Re: Advice on R-7 and grounding( 2nd floor shack)
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   Peter Shintani <[e-mail]> wrote:

>Hi:
>I live in Tokyo, where it is impossible to establish a ground radial
>system.  I bought a Cushcraft R-7 since it supposedly does not need any
>radial network.

Hi Peter,

The answers to your questions depend on the purpose of the ground
system. I get the feeling from your post that this is intended to be
an RF ground, and for that, nothing you can do from a 2nd floor shack
with ground rods will really have much effect.  Nor do you need an
RF ground attached to either the feedpoint or the rig with that
antenna.  Use it without an RF ground and save yourself a lot of
unnecessary work.

73,
Jack  WB3U


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From: [e-mail] (Blood)
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Subject: Re: Advice on R-7 and grounding( 2nd floor shack)
Date: 21 Dec 1995 19:32:13 GMT
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You do not need any ground except the earth ground provided by the
mounting pole. Mine is mounted 5 feet above my back yard and has been
a great performer.  Adding radials of any type will probably make the
antenna work worse.


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From: [e-mail] (Charles Bright)
Subject: Alinco DJ-1FT with an audio problem - any ideas?
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I have a DJ-1FT HT that has developed a high pitched feedback type ni
noise in the audio whenever the volume is increased beyonfd  a very low
level.  I tried to get assistance from Alinco and was just given their
shop rate.  Anyone had a similiar problem?
--


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Subject: Alinco DJ-G5T dual band handheld radio
Date: 20 Dec 1995 02:34:53 GMT
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Hello, I have an Alinco DJ-G5T now, so if anyone else out there would like
to discuss DJ-G5T features, please let me know.  Maybe I could put some web
pages about the DJ-G5T on my http://www.kb7eec.ampr.org/ server
(which is usually connected via the 431.75MHz wireless 9600bps computer networ
k
here in Salt Lake).  Or perhaps in http://www.xmission.com/~crum/.
I haven't heard of anyone else in my area with a DJ-G5T.

So far the DJ-G5T is really great -- the memory system, channel scope, lamp,
separate mic and speaker for full duplex autopatch use, second PTT button,
everything -- the three worst things to me are its slow DTMF sending speed,
button-press volume control, and how a band must be the main band for
DTMF squelch to work.




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From: [e-mail] (Simon Wu)
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Subject: Re: Alinco DJ-G5T dual band handheld radio
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Good!
I have a DJ-G5T also!
it's a good radio... so far...
although it's accessories are relatively hard to
find in some places... (like in Asia)
it's still a good radio...

let me know if you have to homepage done for this lovely alinco...

Simon

VE7VSI

[e-mail] wrote:
: Hello, I have an Alinco DJ-G5T now, so if anyone else out there would like
: to discuss DJ-G5T features, please let me know.  Maybe I could put some web
: pages about the DJ-G5T on my http://www.kb7eec.ampr.org/ server
: (which is usually connected via the 431.75MHz wireless 9600bps computer netw
ork
: here in Salt Lake).  Or perhaps in http://www.xmission.com/~crum/.
: I haven't heard of anyone else in my area with a DJ-G5T.

: So far the DJ-G5T is really great -- the memory system, channel scope, lamp,
: separate mic and speaker for full duplex autopatch use, second PTT button,
: everything -- the three worst things to me are its slow DTMF sending speed,
: button-press volume control, and how a band must be the main band for
: DTMF squelch to work.



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From: [e-mail] (Todd Little)
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Subject: Alinco DX-70?
Date: 21 Dec 1995 17:41:43 GMT
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All the recent Alinco bashing aside, can anyone relate any experiences
with the new Alinco DX-70?  A local ham here is looking for a new HF
rig and wouldn't mind also getting on 6 meters.  I'd love to hear any
comments positive or negative that I could relay to him.

73,
Todd
N9MWB



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Subject: Alinco Radios Are Junk
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Please - take some advice - if anyone is considering purchasing
a radio for the holidays do not buy an Alinco without some serious
homework - Do not let the SOMEWHAT cheaper price trick you into making
a very bad purchase - The quality of the product is very poor - Go to your
local dealer and take a look at the workmanship of a ICOM vs the
Alinco

Ask some experience ELMERS about the Alinco track history
(it has not changed in the last couple of years) - The mechanical and
electrical design of these radios are very poor - It is worth the extra
money for the better quality and support.  A couple of years after the
purchase you will be a much happier person.

Just venting some emotions about Alinco products after a friend
was considering a DR 600 mobile (the ad and price where nice) - I did
convience him of NOT making the purchase and he bought a Kenwood

Good Luck
Armond Hall
AC4NL


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From: [e-mail] (Walter R Francis)
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Subject: Re: Alinco Radios Are Junk
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In article <[e-mail]>
[e-mail] writes:

>Please - take some advice - if anyone is considering purchasing
>a radio for the holidays do not buy an Alinco without some serious
>homework - Do not let the SOMEWHAT cheaper price trick you into making
>a very bad purchase - The quality of the product is very poor - Go to your
>local dealer and take a look at the workmanship of a ICOM vs the
>Alinco

I've not noticed differences between workmanship on the outside of the
radio compared between quite a few brands..  Explain what you mean by
this.

>Ask some experience ELMERS about the Alinco track history
>(it has not changed in the last couple of years) - The mechanical and
>electrical design of these radios are very poor - It is worth the extra
>money for the better quality and support.  A couple of years after the
>purchase you will be a much happier person.

I know of about 15 people who own DJ580's in this area and only I have
had one small problem with my radio, the reset line gets held if I turn
the radio off for a few minutes for some reason..  Other than that, the
other 580 owners as well as the other people I know with mobile Alinco
rigs have not had a single problem I know of.  Tell us your experience..

>Just venting some emotions about Alinco products after a friend
>was considering a DR 600 mobile (the ad and price where nice) - I did
>convience him of NOT making the purchase and he bought a Kenwood

Again, please give us some kind of reason why you feel this way.  Your
message is all opinion and no facts..  If you want to convince someone
to not buy something you would be advised to present more facts than
opinions.

---
     Walter    _  [e-mail]                     KE4UWN
       R    _ //  [e-mail]           Alinco 580      2/70 Beam
    Francis ¢X/   [e-mail]        Kenwood 530S    DXCC Dipole


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From: [e-mail] (Kirk James Smith)
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Subject: Re: Alinco Radios Are Junk
Date: 19 Dec 1995 23:04:35 -0800
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I'm not sure what problems with Alinco you're referring to, but I'm quite
happy with mine.  I own (or use) many different radios.  As far as HTs
go, they include the following:

Icom IC-U16, Icom IC-02AT, Alinco DJ-580T, Motorola Systems Saber VHF,
and a Motorola GP-300 UHF.  I don't own the Motorola's, they're
work-radios.

The 02AT sits on my desk as a base radio with a power supply, external
speaker & mic, and base antenna.  It has given no problems, but is
EXTREMELY limited on features (no scan channel lockout, PL limitations,
no Rx PL, etc).  It works, and I keep it as a simple radio to work local
repeaters.

The U16 is used for some volunteer work, and has proved reliable.

The Alinco gets carried daily to school, to work, basically everywhere.
I have repaired the BNC antenna connector a few times, but that has died
down now that I don't switch antennas as often (when I first became a
ham, it was my base radio and mobile, so antenna swaps were frequent).
The radio is durable as far as modern ham gear goes, and I'd buy another
one if it ever died.  It's inexpensive, easy to use, and reliable.

When it came time to buy a mobile, I opted away from Alinco, going for
something with mroe bells and whistles.  I bought an Icom IC-2700H, and
it's the biggest piece of crap I've ever used.  It's made three trips for
warranty repairs, and never did get fixed properly.  I decided to fix the
problem myself, bought a service manual, and spent my time doing a repair
that I "paid" for with an expensive radio.  The radio suffers from
terrible intermod, has a crossband repeat that is so noisy it's unusable,
and I think the construction of the control head (specifically attachment
of PC boards from knobs to display board) is terrible.  Bad design,
cheap, unreliable.

If I had _that_ one to do over again, I'd have bought an Alinco DR-610T.
I have two friends with older Alinco mobiles (DR-590 series), and they
work flawlessly.

Friends with Kenwood have more problems than I with my Icom.  The DTMF
control of the radio is hideous (mic is always hot, PTT switches
transmitter), making it possible to hear DTMF signals over the speaker
and have them control your radio unintentionally (a friend has this
problem when using an autopatch which retransmits the digits over the air
after dialing).  Terrible design.

I'm not sure why I'm ranting, I'm not a rabid fan of Alinco, they've made
some design errors in my opinion as well, but I think they're the best
one going at the moment (save buying Motorola Syntor X 9000's, which are
a pain to use due to the computer programming if you travel much).  What
really surprises me is the reviews in QST, which makes these radios look
like they're the best thing since sliced bread.  Where are they testing
these radios?  In a faraday cage where no paging transmitters exist?!?!
Or is this what I am to expect when I read a review on one page and a
huge Icom ad on the next?


--
 Kirk J. Smith, KD6RCT, EMT-P    |  Biological Sciences Dept, Microbiology
 [e-mail]    |  California Polytechnic State University
 http://www.calpoly.edu/~kjsmith |  San Luis Obispo, California, USA


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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
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Subject: Re: Alinco Radios Are Junk
Date: Tue, 19 Dec 95 22:00:20 GMT
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   [e-mail] wrote:

>Just venting some emotions about Alinco products after a friend
>was considering a DR 600 mobile (the ad and price where nice) - I did
>convience him of NOT making the purchase and he bought a Kenwood

That might not have been the best choice, either.  Has he looked to
see if it's made in China?

73,
Jack  WB3U


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From: [e-mail] (Watts)
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Subject: Re: Alinco Radios Are Junk
Date: 20 Dec 1995 09:14:41 -0700
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D W Hemphill KC5NG ([e-mail]) wrote:
: I would be interested in hearing _exactly_ what kinds of
: problems YOU have had with YOUR Alinco rigs.  I know many
: hams in the Dallas area who love their Alinco rigs, and
: few who have anything bad to say about them.
: 73,
:            Dean Hemphill, KC5NG

I have a 570T, one of the later ones with the X-band repeat switch on the top.
The only problems I have are:
1.  Front panel buttons don't work if it's below freezing, but this goes away
after I have the radio on for a few minutes, so I really don't consider this
a problem.
2.  The 2m oscillator had a bad solder joint inside, but the radio had been
in a collision that spun my truck about 270 degrees and gave me a helluva
backache.  I reheated a few connections and the problem evaporated.

My friend has a Kenwood dual band, a 731 I think.  His UHF continually cuts
out like the SWR is too high, even into a 500MHz rated dummy load.  We cleaned
the solder flux residue (due to poor assembly at the factory) from the UHF
out traces, which reduced but did not eliminate the problem.  I was aghast at
the poor cleaning of the finished circuit boards, there was flux everywhere.

Galen, KF0YJ


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From: [e-mail] (Jeff Kashinsky)
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Subject: Re: Alinco Radios Are Junk
Date: 20 Dec 1995 19:31:02 GMT
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I usually don't followup to posts but sweeping generalizations demand a
response.

I've owned an Alinco ALR-22 2m mobile for about 7 or 8 years. The chassis
is a cast heatsink. It is well built and just keeps working. It was bought
in Japan and was DOA when I got it back here. The folks at Alinco USA were
most helpful even though it wasn't a US model yet. Once fixed it has been
very reliable. BTW it became DOA after the dealer in Japan moded it for
the US band segments.

I own a TS-940, a IC-706, and a FT-736R so I don't think that I am prejudiced.
--
Jeff    WU2A/6
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From: [e-mail] (Kevin Peter Jessup)
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Subject: Re: Alinco Radios Are Junk
Date: Wed, 20 Dec 1995 16:56:34 CST
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In article <[e-mail]> [e-mail] writes
:

>Please - take some advice - if anyone is considering purchasing
>a radio for the holidays do not buy an Alinco without some serious
>homework - Do not let the SOMEWHAT cheaper price trick you into making
>a very bad purchase - The quality of the product is very poor

Well, I guess I cannot claim to be an experienced ham, given
I've only been in the hobby about three years.

My Alinco DJ580T dual-band HT has been an excellent performer.
It's a wideband HT so yes, it does experience intermod problems
in certain areas of the city.  That's to be expected with ANY wide-
band rig.  I have used by DJ580T daily for almost three years now.

You mentioned Kenwood.    I once bought a TH22 2-meter HT.
So much intermod I returned it to AES 2 hours after I bought it.

I also had an Azden AZ-21A 2-meter HT.  It looked tough
as nails.  It went back to the factory three times before they
finally got it right.

I have an Alinco DR600T dual-band mobile.  It has some
software glitches when in remote control mode.  However, when
in non-remote control mode, it is a flawless and solid performer.
I once ran it in cross-band repeat in a hot car with the windows up
during a 90+ degree day.  It went all day without a hiccup.  Solid rig.

I suspect all manufacturers turn out a lemon once in a while.
I don't believe Alinco is any worse than the others.


--                             "Rest enough for the individual man - [but] too

Kevin Jessup                   much or too soon and we call it Death.  But for

software engineer                  MAN, no rest and no ending.  He must go on,

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From: [e-mail] (D W Hemphill KC5NG)
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Subject: Re: Alinco Radios Are Junk
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I've owned an Alinco DJ-f1TH handheld forovertwo years now,
and I'm as impressed with it now as I was the day I got it.
It's built like a tank, compared with the fragile-feeling
junk that YaeKenCom sell (I am a SERIOUS Kenwood fan, BTW).
The F1T has lots of features, a really sensitive, solid
receiver, great audio on tx and rx, and the batteries seem
to last much longer than friends' YaeKenCom batteries do.

I also own an Alinco DX-70T mobile HF rig.  It also has a
good solid feel to it, and appears to be built quite well
(had the cover off to switch it to 50w max output and did
a little snoopin' around inside).  Sure, it doesn't have
some of the bells-n-whistles that the IC-706 has, but it
also costs about $300 less.  This little rig has the best
receive audio I've ever heard through a built-in speaker.
I've never owned a mobile HF rig that didn't need some
kind of external speaker before (I've used an FT-757GX, a
TS-130S, a TS-430S, an IC-730, a Scout, a Uniden 2510, a
Uniden 2600, a Realistic HTX-100, and some converted CB
radios).  The DX-70T is _NOT_ perfect by any means, but
for their very first attempt ever at an HF rig, it's a
real winner, and WILL give Icom and Kenwood a run for
their money.

I would be interested in hearing _exactly_ what kinds of
problems YOU have had with YOUR Alinco rigs.  I know many
hams in the Dallas area who love their Alinco rigs, and
few who have anything bad to say about them.

73,
           Dean Hemphill, KC5NG



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>   [e-mail] writes:
>  Please - take some advice - if anyone is considering purchasing
>  a radio for the holidays do not buy an Alinco without some serious
>  homework - Do not let the SOMEWHAT cheaper price trick you into making
>  a very bad purchase - The quality of the product is very poor - Go to your
>  local dealer and take a look at the workmanship of a ICOM vs the
>  Alinco
>
>  Ask some experience ELMERS about the Alinco track history
>  (it has not changed in the last couple of years) - The mechanical and
>  electrical design of these radios are very poor - It is worth the extra
>  money for the better quality and support.  A couple of years after the
>  purchase you will be a much happier person.
>
>  Just venting some emotions about Alinco products after a friend
>  was considering a DR 600 mobile (the ad and price where nice) - I did
>  convience him of NOT making the purchase and he bought a Kenwood
>
>  Good Luck
>  Armond Hall
>  AC4NL
>
>>>>
I have an Alinco 570 that I used as mobile for several years and it is now rec
eiving WX
data on 163.350.  I have never had any problem with it at all.  Has performed
as
advertised.

73/Jim/AC4CZ


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From: [e-mail] (Stephan Rashkin)
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Subject: Re: Alinco Radios Are Junk
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[e-mail] wrote:

>Please - take some advice - if anyone is considering purchasing
>a radio for the holidays do not buy an Alinco without some serious
>homework - Do not let the SOMEWHAT cheaper price trick you into making
>a very bad purchase - The quality of the product is very poor - Go to your
>local dealer and take a look at the workmanship of a ICOM vs the
>Alinco

>Ask some experience ELMERS about the Alinco track history
>(it has not changed in the last couple of years) - The mechanical and
>electrical design of these radios are very poor - It is worth the extra
>money for the better quality and support.  A couple of years after the
>purchase you will be a much happier person.

>Just venting some emotions about Alinco products after a friend
>was considering a DR 600 mobile (the ad and price where nice) - I did
>convience him of NOT making the purchase and he bought a Kenwood

>Good Luck
>Armond Hall
>AC4NL


Very interesting...I have some Kenwood's (241's etc) and Alinco's
DR-150 and DJ-G1.  I have tons of trouble with all my Kenwood's
Ts-430, 940, 241, and no trouble with Alinco...quality seems to be
fine on Alincos over last few years..I agree with a past post that
Kenwood should have a re-call on their 440's and all their other
rigs that have a high incidence of the same problem...I will not
buy another Kenwood and pay for their mistakes...

Steve, WA2NHZ




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From: Peter Shintani <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: Asking for Advice on R-7 and grounding( 2nd floor shack)
Date: 19 Dec 1995 23:44:25 GMT
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Sorry about the subject,
It should have been :
"Asking for Advice on R-7 and grounding"




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From: [e-mail] (D W Hemphill KC5NG)
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Subject: Attention:  Paul Flautt, please contact me again!
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Paul Flautt offered me a copy of the Kenwood RM-76 manual.
I tried to respond via e-mail, but I got a response from
the mailer saying "invalid address".  Paul, if you're out
there, please send the manual and I'll copy it (free, at
work) and mail yours back pronto along with $$$ to cover
your postage outlay.

Thanks and 73!       Dean Hemphill, KC5NG
                     PO Box 328
                     Lake Dallas, Texas 75065-0328



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I have a pair of good wrkng RK4-D-32 - one pair only -
[e-mail]

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From: [e-mail] (Mike Morris)
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Kory Hamzeh <[e-mail]> writes:

>On Mon, 4 Dec 1995, Jim Weir wrote:

>> I can't argue with the article on AARS because I've never BEEN to
>> Austin, much less shopped there.
>>
>> However, AES down in Las Vegas has a person on staff named Squeak who
>> for my money is the sharpest, easiest to get along with ham radio
>> sales person I've ever had the pleasure of dealing with.  If you have
>> a question that Squeak can't answer, you've got yourself one hell of a
>> question.
>>
>> Jim

>I second that. I've bought a lot of stuff from the Las Vegas AES and
>they`ve been very helpful and curtious.

>Kory KE6VWO

I've known Squeak (now AD7K) since he had a six-land call, and that
was before he moved to Chicago and from there to Las Vegas.  I've bought
a lot of stuff from him - never had a single problem. I've also heard
horror stories about other vendors, but nothing but good stuff from
people I've pointed his way.

In my book he's GOOD PEOPLE.

DE WA6ILQ

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[e-mail] (Joe Izen) wrote:

>I'm looking for a patch to interconnect line level audio (input and
>output) and a telephone signal (full duplex).  I'd prefer to use a
>commerical product if one is available.  Suggests?   Thanks  -Joe Izen

If I am reading you correctly, the Connect Systems CS-800 will work
for what you want.  I have one but use it as a repeater controller and
phone patch.  (simplex)




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From: Justin Bousquet <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: auto-patch/phone-patch
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[e-mail] (J. Kevin Muse) wrote:
>[e-mail] (Joe Izen) wrote:
>
>>I'm looking for a patch to interconnect line level audio (input and
>>output) and a telephone signal (full duplex).  I'd prefer to use a
>>commerical product if one is available.  Suggests?   Thanks  -Joe Izen
>
>If I am reading you correctly, the Connect Systems CS-800 will work
>for what you want.  I have one but use it as a repeater controller and
>phone patch.  (simplex)

The repeater system we have here is running a RLC2 with phone patch. We
are running three repeaters, all on different bands. We have great success
on using duplex autopatch via RX on one band and TX on another band. In
theory we could have a duplex system if we took one of the repeaters off
and put in another repeater and the same band just separate the antennas
or get a combiner??? But none the less, duplex autopatch is capable via
amateur radio, I use it all the time.

If I am not mistaken, I think HRO has a section of their catalog that
deals with patches...I THINK there is a few duplex patches for sale in
there...or give them a call.

73's
Justin
AB7NG

---
Justin Bousquet - AB7NG - Portland, Oregon - 147.36+ 224.92- 449.00-
[e-mail] - PageNet of Oregon - Inventory Control Clerk



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From: [e-mail] (Jim Fitzharris)
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Subject: Re: auto-patch/phone-patch
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In article <4b7nrp$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (J. Kevin
Muse) wrote:

> [e-mail] (Joe Izen) wrote:
>
> >I'm looking for a patch to interconnect line level audio (input and
> >output) and a telephone signal (full duplex).  I'd prefer to use a
> >commerical product if one is available.  Suggests?   Thanks  -Joe Izen
>

Hello,
As someone mentioned, the CSI-800 phonepatch works pretty well. If you
become interested in buy one my friend AJ, KE6KHR, is selling his. If
interested please
email me: [e-mail]
73
Sean KE6MOW


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From: Dave Phillips <[e-mail]>
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Subject: RE: BILL - Your FTDx-400 Schematic !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Bill

Right after I e-mailed you the last note, our mail server took out its
disk drive and I lost your address.  Please reply again so that I can
mail these schematics to you as soon as possible.

73's & Happy Holiday's

Dave
KB7JS



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From: [e-mail] (hamster)
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Try the ftp sites such as oakland.edu or the Boston ARC site.  There are
several programs out there, some in windows, most not.  Some have
demos, some don't.  Checkout PROCAT.  Check local BBSs also....
I'm currently writing my own CAT to learn Visual Basic.  It's been a
struggle, but very educational.  Qbasic works very well too....
Good Luck..



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Just purchased the Yaesu FT-1000MP. I would be interested in trying
then purchasing software that would control the rig from the computer.
My preference would be WIN95 or Win3.1 but could remember how to get
back to DOS if I had to. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

73 de AA2OT   [e-mail]


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[e-mail] (Clint Bradford) wrote:
>
> Subject: Re: Cellular Phone Radio Freq
>
> AM>    I recently learned how to scan the 800 range using my cellular phone
>   >from Motorola. I also learned how to transmit over the 800 range, making
>   >my cellular phone into a NICE duplex two-way radio.
>   >I WILL TAKE ANY IDEAS! Please E-Mail me. THANKS.
>
> How about (1) get an Amateur Radio license, and (2) join your local
> Amateur Radio Club - and start behaving (a) responsibly and (2)
> legally.

Took the bait...

I found the original post kind of funny.  He claims he uses his cell
phone talk to a friend.  Well, the duplexor in a cell phone will
keep it from transmitting on the high side of the freq pair.  So you
can't use a cell phone to talk, point to point, to another cell phone
without some real mods.

Pretty funny.

--
Curtis G. Wheeler - Pleasanton, CA


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[e-mail] (AGomez4349)

 -Hey all,
 -    I recently learned how to scan the 800 range using my cellular phone
 -from Motorola. I also learned how to transmit over the 800 range, making
 -my cellular phone into a NICE duplex two-way radio. (My friend has another
 -phone, and we use them to talk back and forth, in programing mode....)
 -Anyways, the range for a clear transmission is fairly short, and I was
 -wondering if there was a way that I could put an amplifier on my antena,
 -so I could transmit with ALOT of power, and maybe receive weaker signals.
 -I WILL TAKE ANY IDEAS! Please E-Mail me. THANKS.

In a word, NO.
For several reasons the first of which - it is illegal.
Second, your phone is full duplex  so you would have to build
a very good set of filters on both the transmit and receive
to isolate them from each other.  big bucks....
Third, amplifiers for 800MHz are expensive.  I recently built
one hundred watt amplifiers for 900MHz and 1296MHz.  They were
both over three hundred dollars.
Fourth, safety.  High power microwave equipment is dangerous!
Unless you know EXACTLY what you are doing don't play
with high power microwave equipment.

I know this wasn't what you wanted but maybe it will
save you some grief.

Kevin, WB5RUE
[e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (RRRath)
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High,
has anybody any experience with said PC card (e.g. ads in QST).
Unfortunately they offer only a Demopgm on their BBS-
very expensive from Europe.
If have not seen any test report in Europe or QST..anybody seen?

73s and Merry Xmas
Robert DJ0RA, OE5RRL


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From: [e-mail] (Terry Fugate)
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Subject: Re: Computer noise..... HELP!!!!
Date: 19 Dec 1995 16:45:27 GMT
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In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Keith Wood) says
:
>
>In article <[e-mail]>,
>[e-mail] (Muenzler, Kevin) wrote:
>[
>[My only suggestion is to put the antenna(s) as far from your
>[computer/shack as possible.  That is the only way I was able
>[to cure my computer noise problem.  Also, make sure that your
>[rig is grounded well.  Be sure that your cables (video, printer...)
>[are of the shielded variety.
>
>1)  Toroids, toroids, toroids
>2)  Ground the computer case and make sure all cables are tightly
>connected
>3)  Ground the rig, power supply, antenna, mast and feedlines properly
>4)  Make sure that the case covers (computer and radio) make proper contact
>with the chassis
>5)  Put all those annoying "blanks" into the slot openings on the computer
>6)  Toroids, toroids, toroids -- and don't forget the I/O cables inside the
>computer
>7)  Take the plastic front off the computer, and spray the inside with alumin
um
>paint.  Do the same with the keyboard case, and the monitor.
>8)  . . .Toroids . . .
>9)  Avoid black screens on your monitor (such as DOS "ugly mode") -- experime
nt
>with colors to find the one which is quietest
>10)  Disconnect and remove (or tape aluminum foil over) unused I/O ports
>11)  Experiment with the arrangement of add-on boards in the computer
>12)  Use top-quality feedlines and cables with FOIL shielding
>13)  Did I mention toroids?
>
>
>--
>
>
>===============================================================
>Keith Wood   TV-18 News anchor
>Host/Producer, The Computer Program, FLYING TIME!, and Infinity Focus.
>Gunsite (Orange) alumnus, Team OS/2, Parrothead, N7JUZ, AZ0237 but not a
>number (I'm a FREE MAN!), creator of FIRE TEAM and HERO SEEKER
>===============================================================
>
A friend who used to be an engineer with a bio-instramentation(spelling),
suggested adding a ground plane.  The lab he worked in, had all of the
workbenches covered with a sheet of copper and a vinyl/rubber sheet over
that.  I could not afford, or even find, a sheet of copper 3'*6', so I
used a sheet of galvonized steel.  I tied that sheet to a ground ring
with a doubled piece of 1/2" braid. I have painted the sheet metal with
a thick vinyl paint, and tie all of my radios  and junk to it.  I tied
case of the pc and the ground lead of the monitor to the ground plane.
Except for the birdie from my MFJ1278(at 4.52?MHZ), it is pretty quite.
The trick, I think, is to not have several ground paths so that you
make a bunch of ground loops.
It is a cheap easy  and easy to try.
Oh yea, put lots of torriods on all of you power lines, after you pull
the ground lines out. I even went to to degree of running everything, but
the pc/monitor, from dc.  I used 1/2" braid as the negative/ground lead,
and put torriods with several turns in all of the +12volt lines.
It worked for me.  Good luck.


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From: [e-mail] (bob puharic)
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Subject: Re: Computer noise..... HELP!!!!
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[e-mail] (Terry Fugate) wrote:

>In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Keith Wood) say
s:
>>
>>In article <[e-mail]>,
>>[e-mail] (Muenzler, Kevin) wrote:
>>[
>>[My only suggestion is to put the antenna(s) as far from your
>>[computer/shack as possible.  That is the only way I was able
>>[to cure my computer noise problem.  Also, make sure that your
>>[rig is grounded well.  Be sure that your cables (video, printer...)
>>[are of the shielded variety.
>>
>>1)  Toroids, toroids, toroids
>>2)  Ground the computer case and make sure all cables are tightly
>>connected
>>3)  Ground the rig, power supply, antenna, mast and feedlines properly
>>4)  Make sure that the case covers (computer and radio) make proper contact
>>with the chassis
>>5)  Put all those annoying "blanks" into the slot openings on the computer
>>6)  Toroids, toroids, toroids -- and don't forget the I/O cables inside the
>>computer
>>7)  Take the plastic front off the computer, and spray the inside with alumi
num
>>paint.  Do the same with the keyboard case, and the monitor.
>>8)  . . .Toroids . . .
>>9)  Avoid black screens on your monitor (such as DOS "ugly mode") -- experim
ent
>>with colors to find the one which is quietest
>>10)  Disconnect and remove (or tape aluminum foil over) unused I/O ports
>>11)  Experiment with the arrangement of add-on boards in the computer
>>12)  Use top-quality feedlines and cables with FOIL shielding
>>13)  Did I mention toroids?
>>
>>
>>--
>>
>>
>>===============================================================
>>Keith Wood   TV-18 News anchor
>>Host/Producer, The Computer Program, FLYING TIME!, and Infinity Focus.
>>Gunsite (Orange) alumnus, Team OS/2, Parrothead, N7JUZ, AZ0237 but not a
>>number (I'm a FREE MAN!), creator of FIRE TEAM and HERO SEEKER
>>===============================================================
>>
>A friend who used to be an engineer with a bio-instramentation(spelling),
>suggested adding a ground plane.  The lab he worked in, had all of the
>workbenches covered with a sheet of copper and a vinyl/rubber sheet over
>that.  I could not afford, or even find, a sheet of copper 3'*6', so I
>used a sheet of galvonized steel.  I tied that sheet to a ground ring
>with a doubled piece of 1/2" braid. I have painted the sheet metal with
>a thick vinyl paint, and tie all of my radios  and junk to it.  I tied
>case of the pc and the ground lead of the monitor to the ground plane.
>Except for the birdie from my MFJ1278(at 4.52?MHZ), it is pretty quite.
>The trick, I think, is to not have several ground paths so that you
>make a bunch of ground loops.
>It is a cheap easy  and easy to try.
>Oh yea, put lots of torriods on all of you power lines, after you pull
>the ground lines out. I even went to to degree of running everything, but
>the pc/monitor, from dc.  I used 1/2" braid as the negative/ground lead,
>and put torriods with several turns in all of the +12volt lines.
>It worked for me.  Good luck.
one of the best ways i found was also the simplest....lots of folks
use rg58 for component interconnects between rig, amplifier, etc. this
is where alot of qrn came into my system. i replaced it with rg213 and
, as i type this, my monitor is about 6 inches from the rig...wid no
qrn at all. good luck



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From: [e-mail] (David Seeler)
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Subject: Re: Computer noise..... HELP!!!!
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Also - check to see if your monitor is at fault - find the birdies,
and turn it off. If not then you will need to move the monitor further
away ( may work) or consider a newer model which meets current EMI
stanards. In my case - I no longer have monitor problems at all where
in the past it was the primary culprit.





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From: [e-mail] (Lincoln Thormahlen)
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Subject: Do DSP's really help?
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Has anyone tried any of the DSP audio filters?
Which one(Radio Shack, JPS, MJF, others)?

I am mainly interested in voice (AM, SSB) notch filtering and noise
reduction.  I would be using the filter with a Drake R8A in the
pursuit of "Free Radio Stations".

Thanks in advance.

Lincoln Thormahlen
[e-mail]



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From: [e-mail] (Jim Storm)
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Subject: Re: Do DSP's really help?
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[e-mail] (Lincoln Thormahlen) wrote:

>Has anyone tried any of the DSP audio filters?
>Which one(Radio Shack, JPS, MJF, others)?

>I am mainly interested in voice (AM, SSB) notch filtering and noise
>reduction.  I would be using the filter with a Drake R8A in the
>pursuit of "Free Radio Stations".

>Thanks in advance.

>Lincoln Thormahlen
>[e-mail]

You bet they help. I couldn't live without one anymore. Forget the
Radio Shack one, but most of the rest will do a good job.

                                      73, Jim WB6LWS



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Subject: Re: Do DSP's really help?
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Lincoln Thormahlen ([e-mail]) penned:
: Has anyone tried any of the DSP audio filters?
: Which one(Radio Shack, JPS, MJF, others)?

: I am mainly interested in voice (AM, SSB) notch filtering and noise
: reduction.  I would be using the filter with a Drake R8A in the
: pursuit of "Free Radio Stations".

: Thanks in advance.

: Lincoln Thormahlen
: [e-mail]


I use an MFJ-752 with my Kenwood receiver, and it helps on some weak
signals, especially CW and other narrow band stuff.  But for AM voice,
there is no substitute for good IF selecctivity in your receiver.  What I
mean is that the audio filter will not make up for the poor receiver's IF
selectivity letting in other stations close in freq.  If the receiver
picks up another station, the filter may get rid of the heterodyning, but
the receiver may still be desensitized by the strong signal.  That means
that the signal you want will not be heard as well, if at all.

I've got a decent receiver, and the MFJ helps a bit.  But it is not a DSP
filter.  The DSP may be better at some things, such as notching out a
certain freq.  But I don't believe that it will be any better at
receiving weak signals when the receiver is not picking them up well.

I noticed that the receiver you're using is a good one, so you should be
spending money on the other end of the receiver, to get a better
antenna.  This might allow you to use the antenna to reduce strong
stations and maximize weak ones.

If you do get one, don't be surprised if you are disappointed in the
filter.  The one I have requires a lot of knob adjusting to get it to be
optimum.  The success of the user depends a lot on his skill at adjusting
the filter.  I think that some listeners such as hams would get decent
results since they are listening to DX and especially CW.  For someone who
wants to listen to the AM broadcasts, I doubt that the filter will be as
successful.

I haven't used the DSP filters, but if they are like the MFJ, then they
will probably require a lot of manual adjustment.

REmember that no amount of audio filtering will get rid of fading, QRM,
and other problems.  If you have the land and the money, you can get rid
of fading by space diversity reception.  That's when you put two antennas
a couple hundred yards apart with two separate receivers.  The best of
the two audio signals is used.  That's how the military used to do it.
Now they put up a satellite dish and receive the AFRTS over the military
satellite!

--
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From Unknown Thu Dec 21 20:29:40 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Larry Marsden)
Subject: Documentation for Clegg FM27B needed.
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
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Please help,  I am trying to resurrect an old 2 meter FM rig
 a Clegg FM27B and need service docs for it.
I will pay for copying or copy and return whatever you have.
Tahnks for any help and/or info. I could also use a copy
of the user manual as it came with nothing.....


Thanks     Larry ( VA3LDM )

73's

--
Larry D. Marsden (VA3LDM)



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From: [e-mail] (Radiomatt)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: EDDYSTONE REPAIRS--WHO DOES ?
Date: 20 Dec 1995 07:03:12 -0500
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Have an 1837-1S solid state unit which needs work; anybody on East Coast
US? If not, will Eddystone UK still fix them?


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From: "Wm M. Malumphy" <aa1nl.vgernet.net>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Fix your MFJ Mod. 986 Tuner before it breaks
Date: 18 Dec 1995 02:59:33 GMT
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To: All

To MFJ Buyers ,

Richards suggestion on the 986 works well.......but you might ask yourself
why you would have to modify a new piece of gear this way ? The answer....
MFJ makes kits that are 75% assembled . Thats how they keep the prices
down on their equipment.....by cutting labor costs . I've found that if
you too view an MFJ product as a kit , you won't get nearly as mad as you
might if you actually expected the piece to work the first time out of the
box.

Personally, I've been snared by the glossy marketing strategy of MFJ a
couple of times . So don't feel to bad about being taken to the cleaners
buying an MFJ kit. In the long run your technical ability as a ham op will
increase amazingly and you'll be a better person for it.

Best 73 to all es happy holidays de Bill AA1NL




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Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Fix your MFJ Mod. 986 Tuner before it breaks
Date: 18 Dec 1995 02:59:51 GMT
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To: All

To MFJ Buyers ,

Richards suggestion on the 986 works well.......but you might ask yourself
why you would have to modify a new piece of gear this way ? The answer....
MFJ makes kits that are 75% assembled . Thats how they keep the prices
down on their equipment.....by cutting labor costs . I've found that if
you too view an MFJ product as a kit , you won't get nearly as mad as you
might if you actually expected the piece to work the first time out of the
box.

Personally, I've been snared by the glossy marketing strategy of MFJ a
couple of times . So don't feel to bad about being taken to the cleaners
buying an MFJ kit. In the long run your technical ability as a ham op will
increase amazingly and you'll be a better person for it.

Best 73 to all es happy holidays de Bill AA1NL




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Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Fix your MFJ Mod. 986 Tuner before it breaks
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To MFJ Buyers ,

Richards suggestion on the 986 works well.......but you might ask yourself
why you would have to modify a new piece of gear this way ? The answer....
MFJ makes kits that are 75% assembled . Thats how they keep the prices
down on their equipment.....by cutting labor costs . I've found that if
you too view an MFJ product as a kit , you won't get nearly as mad as you
might if you actually expected the piece to work the first time out of the
box.

Personally, I've been snared by the glossy marketing strategy of MFJ a
couple of times . So don't feel to bad about being taken to the cleaners
buying an MFJ kit. In the long run your technical ability as a ham op will
increase amazingly and you'll be a better person for it.

Best 73 to all es happy holidays de Bill AA1NL




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From: [e-mail] (Tom McCoy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: FL-2100Z power out?
Date: Mon, 18 Dec 1995 22:10:53 GMT
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[e-mail] (Kevin Kidd) wrote:

>[e-mail] (Brien Pepperdine) wrote:


>>Hello - does anyone have an idea of what the relative power level out at
>>my watt meter should be for a Yaesu FL-2100Z linear amp?

>>Book says 1000 input, so I wondered what the generally efficiency was
>>overall in the amp. Perhaps I expected a bit more, but about 500 w output
>>is being seen at the meter, this is with about 90 watts drive (more can't
>>be given, as the protection on the exciter cycles it off if I try to send
>>more input to amp). NO ALC is being given to the amp, as the exciter as
>>no provision for ALC output.

>>Thanks.

>>Brien

>>[e-mail]


>I have an FL-2100B amp that runs 500-600 watts out with 90-100 watt
>drive.  Some bands have more output than others but always within
>+-100 watts.

>Kevin Kidd
>WD4RAT
>[e-mail]

Kevin,

ALC is a sig FROM the Amplifier TO the exciter.  It is a DC voltage
relative to the output level of the amp which the exciter uses to
control it's drive level.  Nice concept but I can never seem to get
ALC to work right without readjusting for each band.

500 - 600 Watts out of that amplifier is about right, The thing uses a
pair of 572B tubes and I wouldn't expect much more.

Good Luck,  KN6KK  Tommy




From Unknown Thu Dec 21 20:29:47 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Robert J. Carpenter)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FM BC on IC-706
Date: 15 Dec 95 19:33:32 GMT
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The summary review of the '706 in the November issue of the French mag
Radio-REF does not mention any reception between 60 and 118 MHz, nor does
it mention the 70.7 MHz WBFM IF.

Back then it had not yet received the French equivalent of FCC type
approval.

Perhaps the French authorities demand that FM broadcast receivers meet
some reasonable minimum performance level...which the 706 certainly can't.
On the ham bands, fine...but not on FM BC.

My 706 is on its way back to ICOM to see what they can do about the FM BC
reception.  Unless they can somehow reduce the intermod, I doubt that
they will accomplish anything.

ICOM says I'm the only person who has complained to them about the FM BC
reception.

73 de Bob Carpenter  w3otc



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From: [e-mail] (John A. Sutliff)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: FM BC on IC-706
Date: Mon, 18 Dec 1995 18:54:04 GMT
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[e-mail] (Robert J. Carpenter) wrote:


>ICOM says I'm the only person who has complained to them about the FM BC
>reception.

I doubt you are the only one to complain, however, I just thought I
would add (from a relatively inexperienced ham's point of view) that
for my listening in the Albany, New York area the radio does very
nicely.  There are not lots of stations effectively on top of one
another (that I can tell) so that is not a problem and the quality of
reception is plenty good.  My wife's car has a stereo radio and mine
had none.  Now with the 706 I listen to my favorite staions in my car
too.  What a neat rig!

I wish you luck.  Hopefully we'll all benefit from your findings.


John Sutliff



From Unknown Thu Dec 21 20:29:49 1995
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From: [e-mail] (D W Hemphill KC5NG)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FS:  Kenwood TS-850S/AT with 3 filters for $1,350
Date: 19 Dec 1995 19:41:04 GMT
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FOR SALE:  Kenwood TS-850S/AT, has factory installed
auto antenna tuning unit, three optional filters (one
SSB, two CW).  No modifications, no damage history.
One owner, non-smoker.  Comes with hand mic, manual,
original boxes, packing, and accessory connectors.
Price $1,350 firm.  Buyer pays shipping charges.
Contact me via telephone or e-mail for more info.
I WILL NOT SELL THE FILTERS SEPARATELY.

Dean Hemphill, KC5NG, Lake Dallas, Texas
[phone] evenings and weekends
E-mail --> [e-mail]



From Unknown Thu Dec 21 20:29:50 1995
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From: [e-mail] (D W Hemphill KC5NG)
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Subject: Re: FS:  Kenwood TS-850S/AT with 3 filters for $1,350
Date: 20 Dec 1995 13:47:27 GMT
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>May I assume from this posting that your 870 is on its way????
>
>[Jim Nitzberg, WX3B]
>
Not yet, but I have the dealer holding it for me.  I'm going
away for two weeks over the Holidays and I don't want UPS to
leave it sitting on my front porch!  :(

Seriously, I'm having them ship it to me about two days before
I'm scheduled to return, so it should arrive just after I do.

73 de KC5NG



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From: "[e-mail]" <[e-mail]>
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Subject: FS: GRID DIP METER
Date: 19 Dec 1995 05:48:28 GMT
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I have an Eico Grid Dip Meter for sale with all of the
plugs. In like new shape for $25.00 plus shipping. Drop me
a note or address to ship to...


[e-mail]



From Unknown Thu Dec 21 20:29:52 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Paul Erickson)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FS: Heath HW-8
Date: 20 Dec 95 19:50:05 GMT
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I am selling my hw-8. Two poles of audio filtering added and rit.
Taking offers over $150.00.

cheers, Paul
VE7CQK
email: [e-mail]



From Unknown Thu Dec 21 20:29:52 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Richard Levenberg)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FS: Kantronics KPC-9612
Date: Wed, 20 Dec 1995 16:23:57 GMT
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FS:  Kantronics KPC 9612 with box and all papers.
Soldered capacitor to DIN-9 connector with 3.5 millimeter
for mic jack and 2.5 mm for speacker jack on Kenwood
handheld no cover.  Also soldered power lug to 9-volt
battery snap. Will ship whole deal or unsolder the
parts for you.  Works perfectly, only 1 month since
purchase.

$180 ( includes shipping in continental US )
[e-mail]








From Unknown Thu Dec 21 20:29:53 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Larry Freitas)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FS: YAESU FT-530 $285
Date: Thu, 21 Dec 1995 09:53:40 -0500
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I have a YAESU FT-530 HT that is not getting very much use.
Therefor I would like to sell it. The 530 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 $285 firm for this
radio package. If you are interested in this radio or need more
information contact me via e-mail [e-mail]. Thanks 73
de N1KLF Larry.


From Unknown Thu Dec 21 20:29:54 1995
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From: [e-mail] (David E. Shelton)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FS: Yaesu FT-8500 w/ FS-10 mic
Date: 20 Dec 1995 06:45:55 GMT
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For sale, Yaesu FT-8500 w/ FS-10 mic, the Mr. Potatohead mic with dual volume
and squelch controls. This radio does everything for you but the QSO, I think
that is coming with the upgrade. Seriously this is a great radio I however
don't have any use for the 440MHz band and it seems to be a waste. Radio used
for one week and returned to the box. Warranty card is blank and untouched for

the whoever becomes the buyer.

Price: $625 or best offer.

Contact: [e-mail] or Call 502-493-9088 in evenings.

73,

de KE4FPS, David


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From: [e-mail] (J.W. Wolfington)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FS: Yaseu FT-416 2M HT
Date: Tue, 19 Dec 95 20:20:07 GMT
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I have a 2 meter Yaseu FT-416 2 meter hand held for sale.  Asking $200 or best

offer before Christmas.

e-mail [e-mail]
J.W. Wolfington


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From: [e-mail] (J.W. Wolfington)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FS: Yaseu FT-73R
Date: Tue, 19 Dec 95 20:21:18 GMT
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I have a Yaseu 440 Mhz hand held for sale.  Asking $150.00 or best offer
before Christmas.

e-mail [e-mail]
J.W. Wolfington


From Unknown Thu Dec 21 20:29:57 1995
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From: [e-mail] (John S. Hill)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FT-1000D Noise Blanker
Date: Tue, 19 Dec 95 04:11:06 GMT
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I recently upgraded to an FT-1000D after my much loved and highly
tweaked TS-930 took a lightning hit. I have been satisfied with the
FT-1000D despite it not having the IRCI filters my 930 had but the
noise blanker seems to not function nearly as well as I expected.
My 930 would nearly eliminate an S-7 line noise problem, though like
many rigs it was succeptable to overload by strong adjacent signals.
On the other hand, the FT-1000D barely drops the line noise by half
an S unit. It doesn't matter whether I use the wide or narrow noise
blanker mode. Anyone else care to comment on their FT-1000D's noise
blanker performance? Thanks in advance.


John S. Hill, NJ0M
Product Engineer
Timewave Technology
[e-mail]


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Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: FT-1000D Noise Blanker
Date: 20 Dec 1995 19:44:01 GMT
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>   [e-mail] (John S. Hill) writes:
>  I recently upgraded to an FT-1000D after my much loved and highly
>  tweaked TS-930 took a lightning hit. I have been satisfied with the
>  FT-1000D despite it not having the IRCI filters my 930 had but the
>  noise blanker seems to not function nearly as well as I expected.
>  My 930 would nearly eliminate an S-7 line noise problem, though like
>  many rigs it was succeptable to overload by strong adjacent signals.
>  On the other hand, the FT-1000D barely drops the line noise by half
>  an S unit. It doesn't matter whether I use the wide or narrow noise
>  blanker mode. Anyone else care to comment on their FT-1000D's noise
>  blanker performance? Thanks in advance.
>
>
>  John S. Hill, NJ0M
>  Product Engineer
>  Timewave Technology
>  [e-mail]
>
>>>>
I too find the noise blanker on my FT-1000 of questionable value.  I also find
 there is
audo distortion with high signal levels. Do you have this problem?  Other wise
 all seem
very good.

73/Jim/AC4CZ


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From: "Thomas C. J. Sefranek" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Gripe about QST Automatic Tuner Article
Date: 19 Dec 1995 13:51:10 GMT
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Jim
    You are singularly uninformed!

There was a HUGE response to the previous Keyer article!

Search the archives!

(I was part of the net noise then too!)

Tom
WA1RHP




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[e-mail] (Hugh Duff) wrote:

>> This month's QST features a slick microprocessor-controlled automatic
>> antenna tuner. The design seems solid, and the price for the parts kit
>> ($158) is reasonable. However......the article discretely mentions in >> a
footnote that "the source code is not available," for programming
>> the microprocessor. In effect, therefore, the article is simply a
>> promotion  for a antenna tuner kit, and not a do-it-yourself article.

>> I feel strongly that QST should not publish construction articles
>> unless enough information is provided for readers to duplicate the
>> project themselves. It is fine for an author to sell a parts kit with
>> his article, but I do not believe proprietary information essential to
>> completion of the project should be withheld.

>Interesting !   I was under the impression that QST (ARRL) was very
>explicit about not accepting construction articles in which the author
>witholds proprietary information.  This is dissapointing...I haven't
>seen the issue yet but the project sounds quite interesting to me.
>I guess the author wants you to buy the complete kit *or* at least a
>preprogrammed micro with the security bit set (so that you can't copy
>'em).  That's the kind of nonsense you see in Popular Electronics.
>Maybe QST and/or the author has made an error :)

>Regards...Hugh Duff  VA3TO

While we do consider these factors as part of our article-acceptance
process, it is not cast in stone. We have chosen to publish a few worthy
articles for which source code was not provided.

Unfortunately, more and more projects are going to involve
microprocessors and/or software.  If ARRL takes the position that we will
only publish projects for which the source for all software and ICs is
fully disclosed, we will find more and more projects that we cannot
publish.  In reality, many ICs have internal "firmware" of a sort, found
in the masking used for manufacture or in gate-array type devices.  Where
should we draw the line?

What *should* we do about the offer to publish a project that is
interesting, useful and affordable, if the author uses a programmed chip
that he supplies?  I suspect that 99% of the people who build it will do
just what I am going to do -- order the full kit and be happy I don't
have to locate all the parts.  I have to wonder how many of the folks who
are saying that we should not have accepted the article would build the
projet had the author supplied the source code. There may be a few, but
is it really the right thing to do to turn down the article that a few
folks will not build, thus depriving a larger number of people who would
choose to build it from the kit?

Even more important here, the author has agreed to supply either a kit, a
bare pc board or *only* the preprogrammed IC.  His charge for the IC is
$20.00 for a programmed part and socket.  The latest Newark catalog lists
the unprogrammed device for $15.23; I didn't take the time to look up the
socket, but I bet it is at least a few bucks more.

IMHO, when I evaluate all the factors, I am glad we chose to publish the
article.  I do NOT want to see QST start publishing only kit projects
that contain proprietary information (for what MY opinion is worth),
however, I do believe that we should continue to evaluate these things on
a case-by-case basis.  In this case, when I consider all the facts and
the overall availability of the components, I believe we made the right
choice.

73 from ARRL HQ, Ed Hare, KA1CV, ARRL Laboratory Supervisor




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From: [e-mail] (David Feldman)
Subject: Re: Gripe about QST Automatic Tuner Article
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In article <[e-mail]> [e-mail]
 (Doug Faunt N6TQS [phone]) writes:
>
>I'd also like to see general source code availablility, since I have
>been known to make modifications both in the hardware and software of
>various projects.  In a lot of cases, the code is as necessary to the
>project as the schematic, and more so than the PC board layout.

Count me in as one that was offended by the publication of such an article
without source code. There is little to be learned by such a design unless
the code and algorithms are published. Otherwise you have a pile of coils
and relays and that's been well known for many decades. I suppose such an
article is slightly better than none at all, but I did think this was
_AMATEUR_ radio, with learning & teaching a priority. A secondary concern
is the inability to repair a failed unit except by dependency on the
author's enterprise.

The chip version in use has 512 bytes of EEPROM as it's entire machine code
store. For the 6811 this should amount to maybe 350-400 source instructions,
or less if there are data tables involved. The function could not be that
complex, and perhaps someone could write their own code for the hardware
and publish it. Putting object code into a blank 68HC11 is quite easy
and can be done with a PC+serial port, and a bit of software. No weird
"programming voltages" or other circuitry are required. Maybe publish the
replacement code in a subsequent magazine article.

I seem to recall that all but the earliest versions of the chip have a
flag that can be set after the programming process that renders the
EEPROM unreadable when the chip is rebooted in it's "boot load" mode.
I don't have my 6811 manuals handy to verify this.

Oh well, welcome to the 1970's.

73 Dave WB0GAZ [e-mail]


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From: Jim Cummings <[e-mail]>
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"Thomas C. J. Sefranek" <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Jim
>    You are singularly uninformed!
>
>There was a HUGE response to the previous Keyer article!
>

I am not at all surprised that there was a response.  I presume that it was mo
stly
negative.  Why am I not surprised?  These mostly negative comments should be
considered with the same sensitively as the news of a preacher caught "in flag
rante
delecto" - with mild amusement of such hypocracy.  The outrage spewed out from
 those
who object to such articles is quite evident.  Yet, we never see any improveme
nts by
these same sentinels of the traditions of hamdom.  Indeed, the only improvemen
ts
that I have ever seen are from the originating authors themselves, the W9GR DS
P
filter is a singular example.

>Search the archives!
>

Good Lord, I would rather not - I wouldn't want to ruin my Christmas holidays.
  Such
puffery is not in keeping with the spirit of the season.

>(I was part of the net noise then too!)
>

I trust you were forceful in your views.

>Tom
>WA1RHP
>
>

73 and live better digitally
Jim, VE3XJ





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[e-mail] (David Feldman) wrote:

>I suppose such an article is slightly better than none at all, but I
>did think this was _AMATEUR_ radio, with learning & teaching a priority.

Learning by doing, not learning by copying.  Most construction articles
don't meet that requirement, with or without source code.  That's what
technical articles and engineering papers are for.

>A secondary concern is the inability to repair a failed unit except by
>dependency on the author's enterprise.

Most hams I've met can't even repair their own microphone.  Besides,
everyone who buys a new transceiver is immediately dependent on the
manufacturer to make repairs.  Why should QST be the only source
required to provide a complete and intimate knowledge of their
"product"?  Call Icom or Yaesu sometime and see if you can get
*their* source code.

73,
Jack  WB3U


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Yea,
    That kind of article makes me want to publish the code!
    Perhaps that's because I "know' the HC11.  And infact have already
    written code for my auto-tuner.  (It used stepping motors to drive
    variable caps and coils.)

    But, flatly stating the code is NOT available to Hams is just waving
    a red flag.

    I disagree with the ARRl for publishing a "construction" article,
    and allowing this kind of advertizement.

Tom
WA1RHP




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Hi Ed,

     Thanks for your thoughtful response to my initial posting, and also to al
l the other guys
who have commented on this issue.I can understand your point of view, since yo
u don't want to
deny the QST readership articles about novel projects, and since the vast majo
rity of builders
would probably opt to buy the kit of parts, even if the source code were provi
ded.
     However, I think there is a matter of principle which I and many QST read
ers think is
important, and which the publication of this article seems to violate -- namel
y the idea that
construction articles from the League's official journal should not appear to
be crassly
commercial. I have received many email messages about my original posting, and
 several hams have
commented that the ARRL "obviously" receives kickbacks from kit vendors by pub
lishing articles
of this sort. Others have said, in effect, "The whole society is corrupt so wh
y should you
expect the ARRL to be any different?"
      I am not so cynical, but I think QST is beginning to wade in treacherous
 waters by moving
in this direction, and that the League runs the risk of eroding the integrity
which it has built
up over the decades. I also don't think the line is quite as unclear as you cl
aim. To my mind
the guiding principle should be this: QST construction articles should not obl
igate the builder
to buy proprietary parts sold only by the article's author. Period. If authors
 aren't willing to
abide by the rule, then they should pay for advertising space in the magazine
like everybody
else.
      I also think a great deal of educational opportunity is lost by not maki
ng source codes
available, either on request or on a BBS. I would be very interested, for inst
ance, in seeing
the source code for the antenna tuner, not so much because I want to build one
 but because I
would like to learn about some of the concepts. Were I to build the tuner, I m
ight also want to
"tweak" the code, perhaps changing some of the swr limits, or modifying the in
terface a bit. The
essence of the homebrew spirit is to fiddle with circuits, and QST should not
deny its
readership such opportunities.
      The ironic thing about this antenna tuner is that the source code seems
to be quite
simple. The code just switches relays in a systematic manner to find the minim
um swr. There may
be some cute algorithms needed to compress the code into a small ROM space, bu
t I doubt it. I
don't see that the authors are gaining much-- if any--proprietary advantage ov
er potential
competitors that isn't vastly overshadowed by the benefit of having their inve
ntion distributed
free to a national audience.
       I would like to respectfully suggest that the editors take up this issu
e as a policy
matter and try to develop editorial standards which can be clearly and unambig
uously explained
to the League membership.

73,

Jim W8ZR




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re: comments from the author of the tuner article...

>
> =I regret that the article had this negative effect on some people but
> =this microprocessor was the only alternative we saw to produce this
> =compact device.  That being decided, we needed a development system to
> =program the chip.  How many readers of QST have that.
> =Should we have used the article with the code included to advertise a
> =development system for $59.95, listen to them then, that would be
> =advertising.  If this type of development system was commonly available,
> =and the code was provided, and somebody thought they could improve upon
> =it, and they had a small bug, what then.  Assembly language can not be
> =tought over the phone, in email, or even in college I think.  The 68hc11
> =is not hard to program but unless one is fluent in the ins and outs of
> =assembly language in general, this is a giant bag of worms.  Both Dwayne
> =and myself do not want to be short with people, we don't want to ignore
> =peoples problems and we would love to be helpful, but imagine only 10
> =people attempting the ultimate, improving the code, imagine the phone
> =calls, imagine the anger when we couldn't or wouldn't help, that is a
> =road we did not want to travel.
>

I believe the author might be surprised to discover how many hams are
microcontoller literate. Furthermore, offering the flowchart can be
helpful but why was the firmware not offered to those who are interested
?  I can only assume that he is witholding it for the reason of personal
gain...to sell pre-programmed micros to interested builders.
And his comment about the flowchart getting snubbed by QST (space
constraints ?), the ARRL has several means of offering the firmware
electronically...by BBS, FTP site of WWW.
Why did he not request to have it posted there ?

Hugh Duff  VA3TO  Toronto


---
 ■ NFX v1.3 [000]


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From: [e-mail] (Doug Faunt N6TQS [phone])
Subject: Re: Gripe about QST Automatic Tuner Article
In-Reply-To: Ed Hare's message of 19 Dec 1995 18:54:17 GMT
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I can understand the original author's feeling about not wanting to
give a product away to a potential commercial pirate, but I also
feel uncomfortable with "single-source" parts, and sometimes would
like the capability to customize the unit to my prefernces.

I'd like to see the ARRL get the code for any projects, and hold it in
escrow in case the original supplier can't or won't provide support in
the future.

I'd also like to see general source code availablility, since I have
been known to make modifications both in the hardware and software of
various projects.  In a lot of cases, the code is as necessary to the
project as the schematic, and more so than the PC board layout.

I could never write all the code for a video terminal, but I could and
did modify the keyboard code of several commercial video terminals,
using just a EPROM programmer and a clunky cross-assembler to work out
patches.  In some cases, the code was readable enough to make the
changes, in other cases I could get a listing of the code fragments
that were appropriate.

In some cases, I'm sure people are just self-conscious about their
code.  In others, there are reproduction rights issues, but I'd like
the ARRL to TRY to make as much of a construction project available as
possible, even if it means publishing an review of an available kit,
as opposed to publishing an article on the same item as a construction
article.

73, doug


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From: [e-mail] (Ron Long)
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In article <[e-mail]>,
[e-mail] (Hugh Duff) wrote:

> re: comments from the author of the tuner article...
>
> >
> > =I regret that the article had this negative effect on some people but
> > =this microprocessor was the only alternative we saw to produce this
> > =compact device.  That being decided, we needed a development system to
> > =program the chip.  How many readers of QST have that.
> > =Should we have used the article with the code included to advertise a
> > =development system for $59.95, listen to them then, that would be
> > =advertising.  If this type of development system was commonly available,
> > =and the code was provided, and somebody thought they could improve upon
> > =it, and they had a small bug, what then.  Assembly language can not be
> > =tought over the phone, in email, or even in college I think.  The 68hc11
> > =is not hard to program but unless one is fluent in the ins and outs of
> > =assembly language in general, this is a giant bag of worms.  Both Dwayne
> > =and myself do not want to be short with people, we don't want to ignore
> > =peoples problems and we would love to be helpful, but imagine only 10
> > =people attempting the ultimate, improving the code, imagine the phone
> > =calls, imagine the anger when we couldn't or wouldn't help, that is a
> > =road we did not want to travel.
> >
>
> I believe the author might be surprised to discover how many hams are
> microcontoller literate. Furthermore, offering the flowchart can be
> helpful but why was the firmware not offered to those who are interested
> ?  I can only assume that he is witholding it for the reason of personal
> gain...to sell pre-programmed micros to interested builders.
> And his comment about the flowchart getting snubbed by QST (space
> constraints ?), the ARRL has several means of offering the firmware
> electronically...by BBS, FTP site of WWW.
> Why did he not request to have it posted there ?
>
> Hugh Duff  VA3TO  Toronto
>
I agree that there are a lot of hams who are knowledgeable about
microcontrollers and have the necessary equipment. Another issue is that
the authors may not want to be burdened with inquiries from those who are
not sufficiently knowledgeable. It can be a real pain. I think the source
code, and flowcharts if they exist, should be made available and
distributed BY ARRL but with the provision that they are supplied on an
as-is basis and that the authors will not answer any inquiries.

Ron Long w8gus.


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From: Paul Christensen <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: Gripe about QST Automatic Tuner Article
Date: 21 Dec 1995 14:16:44 GMT
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Ed:

I applaud the league's editorial staff for including the article.  Anyone
who takes the time to learn the skills necessary to write and program a
microprcessor's code will appreciate the author's desire to keep it
proprietary if he/she so desires.  Oftentimes, many hours of painstaking
detail goes into programming source code.  Additionally, there is
nothing to inhibit the ambitious and determined amateur from learning and
writing their own code and sharing their experience with others.

-Paul, N9AZ




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Paul Christensen <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Ed:
>
>I applaud the league's editorial staff for including the article.  Anyone
>who takes the time to learn the skills necessary to write and program a
>microprcessor's code will appreciate the author's desire to keep it
>proprietary if he/she so desires.  Oftentimes, many hours of painstaking
>detail goes into programming source code.  Additionally, there is
>nothing to inhibit the ambitious and determined amateur from learning and
>writing their own code and sharing their experience with others.
>
>-Paul, N9AZ
>
>
Well this is what I really don't understand. I have seen this attitude
many times over the last few years and am totally baffled by it. Why is
the ability to write software held in such high reguard while the ability
to design a reciever is so simple its not worth protecting. I mean it
takes a great amount of skill to just write an article for this type of
journel, that is readable and understandable by the masses. Now if one
goes to all the time and trouble to create an article that can make the
diffucult easy then maybe it should be presented in an encoded format so
that others can't learn from its publication. I know you will say silly
example but whats the real difference?

Back when logic was a black art some would use a simple 7400 in a kit and
then scratch off the part numbers. This was to protect thier investment
of time and work in "Creating this circuit". However QST would never have
considered this type of kit for a construction article. And I really
can't see the difference between the two. This makes at least two major
articles of this type in the last few months. Actually I fear that its
more an indication of what the staff thinks of the average amature's
skills than anything else. Or maybe too many of them have no
understanding of controllers, and don't really understand the handicap
they are putting on some of the membership.

 It was a great article but if you were going to modiy it wouldn't a
phase detector be in order? And one would sure have to say the kit price
is reasonable. One thing for sure the author isn't trying to get rich off
of it.

One other thing; how many of you have went back 10 years and pulled a
construction article? I know I have and I doubt the part will be
available from the author 10 years from now.

                                      Garry(WB0NNO)




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I would really appreciate any comments from those who may have had first hand
experience with the Ameritron AL-80B AMP. I have just returned to amateur
radio after a long absence, have a new ICOM IC-738 and would like to make the
right choice in an amp for under $1500.

Patiently awaiting my General call sign assignment in the middle of the
government shutdown.....Have always had a bit of a problem with timeing! hi
73
Dick
[e-mail]


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I have just acquired a Heathkit Ham-Scan monitoring scope - no
manual - the input on the back has a RCA plug - I need to know how
to connect this to my Kenwood R-599 to monitor my SSB signal pse
lv msg [e-mail] tnx Kb2Wk

---
 * PowerAccess 1.06 No, I'm NOT an Extended Character.




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From: <Your login id>@deepcove.com (<Your Firstname and Lastname>)
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Subject: Help ! Manual Needed For Kenwood 520SE
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Help! My father who is retired and a Ham operator, had the matching speaker an
d microphone for the Kenwood
520SE stolen along with the manual which was stored in the same box.

Any assistance on how to obtain a manual for the 520SE would be much appreciat
ed.

        Thanks

                Frank ex VE7CYU, VE7CYX




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From: [e-mail] (Jeff Kashinsky)
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Subject: Help needed-Mobile installation 94 GrandAm
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I need some guidance. I want to bring some power direct from the
battery into the passenger compartment in my 1994 Pontiac GrandAm.

Everything on the firewall is connectorized. There doesn't seem to be a
good place to drill a hole.

If you have EXPERIENCE with mobile installations in the GrandAm, I would
appreciate some advice.

Thanks & 73,
--
Jeff    WU2A/6
reply to: [e-mail]
phone: [phone]


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From: [e-mail] (Michael White)
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Subject: Re: Help needed-Mobile installation 94 GrandAm
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[e-mail] wrote:

> I need some guidance. I want to bring some power direct from the
> battery into the passenger compartment in my 1994 Pontiac GrandAm.
> Everything on the firewall is connectorized. There doesn't seem to be a
> good place to drill a hole.

I have an '89 Grand Am and ran into the same problem. I ended up
installing my 2 meter radio in the center arm-rest console. I took the
cassette rack out, and my rig just slid right in, with room left over to
hold the mic. The cover closes and locks just fine. I found a biggish red
wire running the length of the compartment that has +12vdc on it when the
ignition is on. I tapped into that, grounded to a handy bolt, and it works
great. No alternator whine, no problems. If you have a similar console,
and if your radio will fit, it might work for you too. It's really quite
roomy; my radio is a Yaesu FT-2500; not a particularly small radio by
today's standards.  Best of luck.

Mike, N4PDY

--
[e-mail]

My opinions are my own, not my employer's.


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From: [e-mail] (Pete..)
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Subject: Help with Icom 481H Mods..Please
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Hello All

I have an Icom 481H that I would like to get expanded tx on.  It
currently only transmits between 430-440MHZ .  I understand the US
version transmits between 440-450mhz.

Could someone PLEASE enlighten me on how to get expanded TX...

Thanks..
Peter

[e-mail]
[e-mail]



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From: Jack Kovar <[e-mail]>
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Subject: HELP WITH KENWOOD TM-221a
Date: 18 Dec 1995 18:19:44 GMT
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 I just got a TM221a for my wife Jana.

NO BOOK!  How do I program the sub tones "encode". I don't think I need the TS
U-5 decoder

for encode tones, do I?

I know how to program in the memory channels and offsets of repeaters.  Any ot
her info

would trip my trigger.


                           Merry Christmas to all

                                                   Jack Kovar
                                                               KE0AX

                                                                       kovar@i
a.net



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From: [e-mail] (Vic Klein)
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Subject: Re: HELP WITH KENWOOD TM-221a
Date: 18 Dec 1995 21:48:38 GMT
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In article <4b4bc0$[e-mail]>, Jack Kovar <[e-mail]> says:
>
> I just got a TM221a for my wife Jana.
>NO BOOK!  How do I program the sub tones "encode". I don't think I need
 the TSU-5 decoder
>
>for encode tones, do I?
>
>I know how to program in the memory channels and offsets of repeaters.
 Any other info would trip my trigger.

The TM-221A has built-in tone encoding (but no standard decoder). To
program the encoder, press M.IN then the TONE key. Note that the M
indicator will turn on and you have 5 seconds to complete your desired
action before it goes off. If it does, just press M.IN again.

The display panel will indicate a tone frequency and the tuning knob
will adjust between the standard frequencies of 67.0 to 250.3 Hz. Once
the desired tone is set, press any key to return to the normal display.

Good luck and 73,
=Vic=,  WA4THR


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From: [e-mail] (John Wagner)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Help! Yaesu FT-51R Modifications?
Date: Sat, 16 Dec 1995 02:45:05 GMT
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check out http://www.qrz.com

They have a couple of pages in their radio mods file, for full out of
band transmit, and a diagnostic mode that allows keyboard control of
modulation.



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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Henry 2K-3 HF amp; adding 160 meter capability
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[e-mail] (JCHol) wrote:

>I would like to add 160 meter capability to this amp.  Any suggestions,
>lessons learned  would be appreciated.

There was an article titled "Adding 160-Meter Coverage to HF
Amplifiers" by Dick Measures (AG6K) in the January, 1989 QST.
The author used an SB-220 as an example.

73,
Jack  WB3U


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From: [e-mail] (Charles A. Sherwood)
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Subject: HF amp questions/recommendations
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Summary: advice on HF amps
Keywords: HF amps


Hellow people,

I am researching HF amps (to buy one) and I have the following questions
and or comments pertaining to HF amps.

1) Why did Ten Tec discontinue the Titian? I asked them this question
and they said it was in production for over 10 years, which is a long
time for a design. This does not make sence to me because the
3cx800 twin tube amp is still very common. Any opinions? Maybe they were
not selling many and therefore it was not a profitable product anymore?

2) AES told me they do not accept Ten Tec equipment for trade in.
I asked them why and they said they were hard to get parts for.
Does this make sense to you? It does not to me.

3) The manual for the Ameritron AL1200 says: "1/2 hour continuous carrier:
1500 watts (below 18Mhz)."  I called Ameritron customer service and asked
them what the spec was above 18MHz.  The person on the other end seamed
confused by the questions and thought it was worded this way because the
US amps dont have 10M. Even he admitted this did not make sense because
it should go up to 21...
The manual for the AL1500 states "1/2 hour continuous carrier: 1500 watts"
There is no 18 MHz disclaimer on the AL1500. So I assume the AL1200 will
not run at full power above 18MHz. Does this seem correct?

FYI: AL1200 uses a 3cx1200a7 tube. The AL1500 uses a 3cx1500a7.

The bottom line is, what amp should I buy. Maybe a Henry......

chuck sherwood N9QZT
[e-mail]
--
Chuck Sherwood
[e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (W8JI  Tom)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: HF amp questions/recommendations
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In article <sherwood.819314344@oribi>, [e-mail] (Charles
A. Sherwood) writes:

>3) The manual for the Ameritron AL1200 says: "1/2 hour continuous
carrier:
>1500 watts (below 18Mhz)."  I called Ameritron customer service and asked
>them what the spec was above 18MHz.  The person on the other end seamed
>confused by the questions and thought it was worded this way because the
>US amps dont have 10M. Even he admitted this did not make sense because
>it should go up to 21...
>The manual for the AL1500 states "1/2 hour continuous carrier: 1500
watts"
>There is no 18 MHz disclaimer on the AL1500. So I assume the AL1200 will
>not run at full power above 18MHz. Does this seem correct?
>
>

The Al-1200 is derated in duty cycle above 18 MHz by the capacitance of
the PA tube and limitations that causes in component heating. It will
certainly run over 1500 watts out on CW or SSB continiously, but not a
half hour carrier without interuption for cool down of components.

The exciter drive power requirements of the 1200 are higher than the 1500,
but the tube lasts longer and is much less expensive. It takes at least
100 watts to deliver 1500 watts, while the 1500 will deliver over 2000
watts at the same drive.

If you have a FT-1000 or 950, the 1200 will put out over 2kW. It is gain
limited, not tube saturation or power supply limited.


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From: [e-mail] (Bill Turner)
Subject: Re: HF amp questions/recommendations
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In article <sherwood.819314344@oribi>,
   [e-mail] (Charles A. Sherwood) wrote:
>
>Hellow people,
>
>I am researching HF amps (to buy one) and I have the following questions
>and or comments pertaining to HF amps.
-snip-
>3) The manual for the Ameritron AL1200 says: "1/2 hour continuous carrier:
>1500 watts (below 18Mhz)."  I called Ameritron customer service and asked
>them what the spec was above 18MHz.  The person on the other end seamed
>confused by the questions and thought it was worded this way because the
>US amps dont have 10M. Even he admitted this did not make sense because
>it should go up to 21...
>The manual for the AL1500 states "1/2 hour continuous carrier: 1500 watts"
>There is no 18 MHz disclaimer on the AL1500. So I assume the AL1200 will
>not run at full power above 18MHz. Does this seem correct?
>
>FYI: AL1200 uses a 3cx1200a7 tube. The AL1500 uses a 3cx1500a7.
>
>The bottom line is, what amp should I buy. Maybe a Henry......
>
>chuck sherwood N9QZT
>[e-mail]
--------------------------------------------------------
I can't imagine why you'd want to run 1/2 hour continuous carrier, but maybe
you do...  In any event, I have an AL-1200 and run it almost exclusively on
RTTY with it's 100% duty cycle.  No matter how long-winded I get, on what
band, it just chugs along, nice and easy.  Granted, I haven't used it a lot on

10 due to the sunspot cycle, but I have used it a lot on 15 and it seems just
as happy there as on any other band.  RTTY is tough on an amplifier and the
AL-1200 handles it with ease.

There was one thing I didn't like about it's design though.  The step start
circuit didn't seem to be very effective in giving a nice slow inrush current.

The actual delay was only a few milliseconds, and the arc at the relay
contacts was way too much in my opinion.  The flash lit up the whole back of
the amplifier!  I removed the factory circuit and installed a time-delay relay

with a larger value inrush resistor, and now it is much better behaved.  Or at

least I feel better turning it on.  Granted, it's a nuisance to have to fix
what the factory should have (again, in my opinion), but I'm still many $$$
ahead of having to buy an Alpha or something.  And the signal is the same.

One BIG advantage to the 3CX1200A7 for me is the instant warm up feature. By
comparison, the 3CX1500 needs THREE MINUTES to warm up -- an eternity when the

DX is calling!  With the '1200, it's ready to go in less than five seconds.
Just about like a 3-500Z, in fact.  This means I can leave it off while I'm
just tuning around.  With a -1500 I'd want to leave it on all the time just in

case.

The AL-1200 is a great amp -- I highly recommend it.


73, Bill W7LZP
[e-mail]


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Subject: Re: HF amp questions/recommendations
Date: 20 Dec 1995 19:47:55 GMT
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>   [e-mail] (Charles A. Sherwood) writes:
>
>  Hellow people,
>
>  I am researching HF amps (to buy one) and I have the following questions
>  and or comments pertaining to HF amps.
>
>  1) Why did Ten Tec discontinue the Titian? I asked them this question
>  and they said it was in production for over 10 years, which is a long
>  time for a design. This does not make sence to me because the
>  3cx800 twin tube amp is still very common. Any opinions? Maybe they were
>  not selling many and therefore it was not a profitable product anymore?
>
>  2) AES told me they do not accept Ten Tec equipment for trade in.
>  I asked them why and they said they were hard to get parts for.
>  Does this make sense to you? It does not to me.
>
>  3) The manual for the Ameritron AL1200 says: "1/2 hour continuous carrier:
>  1500 watts (below 18Mhz)."  I called Ameritron customer service and asked
>  them what the spec was above 18MHz.  The person on the other end seamed
>  confused by the questions and thought it was worded this way because the
>  US amps dont have 10M. Even he admitted this did not make sense because
>  it should go up to 21...
>  The manual for the AL1500 states "1/2 hour continuous carrier: 1500 watts"
>  There is no 18 MHz disclaimer on the AL1500. So I assume the AL1200 will
>  not run at full power above 18MHz. Does this seem correct?
>
>  FYI: AL1200 uses a 3cx1200a7 tube. The AL1500 uses a 3cx1500a7.
>
>  The bottom line is, what amp should I buy. Maybe a Henry......
>
>  chuck sherwood N9QZT
>  [e-mail]
>  --
>  Chuck Sherwood
>  [e-mail]
>
>>>>

I haven't seen one but the specs look good for the QRO PA.  It is likely make
from a
group that split off from Commander since the design both external and interna
l is very
similar.  If you look at $/Pound the QRO is good value.  This indicates good p
ower
supply and heavy mechanical design.  It also has designations on the front for
 all
bands.

73/Jim/AC4CZ



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From: [e-mail] (BillV21572)
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Subject: HF Low Pass Filter Advice???
Date: 17 Dec 1995 19:52:07 -0500
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Since I've returned to amateur radio, my wife notes that my Kenwood HF
transceiver "screws up" our non-cable television reception (I mainly use
cw on 40 meters). It even makes my Southwestern Bell cordless telephone
ring!  A low pass filter is what I need. Anybody out there with either a).
a simple schematic plan to roll my own, or b). the suggestion to go out
and buy one of those Bencher et al models for about $50?  Any help would
be appreciated - I'm sure I'm frying my neighbors tv sets too!
Thanks alot.  Bill KA9HLN
Bill Vanstralen  KA9HLN  St. Paul, MN  [phone]  [e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Joe BV/N0IAT)
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Subject: Re: HF Low Pass Filter Advice???
Date: 18 Dec 1995 11:39:07 GMT
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In article <4b2dvn$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>
> my wife notes that my Kenwood HF transceiver "screws up" our non-cable
> television   A low pass filter is what I need. Anybody out there with either

> b). the suggestion to go out and buy one.

Bill,
May I suggest that you scour fleamarkets / hamfests for a low pass filter?
Price should be about 20 bucks.  One that I've successfully used was made
by Drake.  The model is TV-3300.  The filter will easily handle 1KW and has
better than 80 db attenuation above 41 Mhz.  The filter is in a very heavy
duty all-metal case.  While I believe Drake no longer makes this unit, I
believe they are fairly common and should be no trouble to find.  Really,
it is an excellent unit and I'd not use anything else after having tried
a few other LP filters.

Good luck and happy HF'ing.

73,  Joe BV/N0IAT in Taiwan



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From: [e-mail] (K Short)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: HTX 202-404 ext mic audio
Date: 18 Dec 1995 18:21:20 GMT
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There is a web page that describes a way to modify the external
mic so that the radio will get a proper level through the ext mic
jack.   Check out:

http://pages.prodigy.com/CA/LA/htx202htx404/htx202htx404.html










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Does any body know if radio shack htx-202 can be modified to cover commercial
band to 172 Mhz.
how well does the htx-212 2m mobile perform?

Thanks  VE6IMH



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Subject: HTX-202
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 [e-mail] (ian)


 -Does any body know if radio shack htx-202 can be modified to cover
commercial
 -band to 172 Mhz.
 -how well does the htx-212 2m mobile perform?
 -
 -Thanks  VE6IMH

No, there are no performance mods whatsoever for the HTX-202.
There are a couple of design mods. (zener/resistor changes)
Sorry.

Kevin, WB5RUE
[e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (D W Hemphill KC5NG)
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> Does any body know if radio shack htx-202 can be modified to cover
>commercial band to 172 Mhz.
> -Thanks  VE6IMH

The HTX-202 cannot be made to work outside the 2m amateur band.
The front end has sharp helical resonators, which is why the
HT has such good resistance to intermod and pager transmitters.
This is both a blessing and a curse...
                                           73 de KC5NG



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From: Chet <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: IC-2350H Opinions Please
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[e-mail] (Tom Palmieri K2PJ) wrote:
>
>Can anyone provide me with opinions regarding the IC-2350H ?
>performance, etc.?
>
>
>Thanks for your help
>
>73  Tom
>
>[e-mail]


I have had my 2350 since October, and  I love it.  I paid $495  for it,
and it was a great buy.  The radio is simple to operate, and it performs
well on 2m and 440. The aircraft band rx in mine doesn't work as well as
I would like, but I didn't buy it for that reason anyway.  It seems to
have a problem with strong signals on aircraft band rx.  Weaker signals
are fine.  It has 35w on 440, and 50w on 2m.  I has 50 memories for
each band, and has a built in antenna duplexer.  Other operators have
told me that it has good clean audio.   I haven't had it long enough to
tell you about durability, etc.  I have only been on the radio for about
2 years, so I haven't had a lot of radios to compare it with.  At this
point, I would recommend it to anybody who can't afford $700 for a dual
band mobile, but still wants most of the bells and whistles.  It can
crossband repeat, scan, and dual rx.

A couple things that it lacks.  Tone squelch as standard
equipment and vhf+vhf, uhf+uhf rx.  I can live without either of these,
and I can always buy the tone decode board if I operate in areas with a
lot of intermod.  I hope this helps.

(((0)))(((0)))(((0)))
Scott Keller, N9WDH
[e-mail]
(((0)))(((0)))(((0)))





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From: [e-mail] (Mike Aust)
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Subject: IC-706
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 About 1.5 months ago I picked up an Icom IC-706 HF Rig
and have been watching the newsgroup about this newest
HF rig.
 I have been told that sales for this rig has really taken
off and that all other manufacturers of HF gear have felt
the bite of this little rig in the maket place.
  At present, the ratio of IC-706 sales to other HF rigs have
been greater than 4 to one. What a way to take over the market,
by getting a bigger share of the marketplace.
   I have had 7 hams come over to my QTH, to see it, since, it was
hard to find one on DISPLAY in the stores. Now 5 out of 7 ran to the
nearest dealer to get one!!
   Hopefully, Santa can put one under your tree for the Holidays.
I really happy with mine, previously I have had TS-50, IC751A,
still have my FT900.
   Being a Communication Equipment Electronics Engineer, I really
appreciate the great efforts that went into the IC-706. After I got
the schematics, block diagrams from Icom, spending many hours, playing
with it and its internal structure, I knew this was a real winner for
the Icom folks!!!
 Happy Holidays to all, especially all those lucky enough to have
the IC-706, the greatest little marvel out of Icom. If you could read
between the lines, you would know even more about the IC-706, and how the
majority of people like the IC-706, after using one. How that for an
endorsedment.

73
Mike
W6TRW





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From: [e-mail] (Mike Aust)
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Subject: IC-706 Matrix Filter Bank (technical Info)
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 All you IC-706 owners, the technical types, engineers into ham
radio like me. After getting my IC-706, I have been fasinated by
its design.
 Now I am making it one of those Engineering Projects at home,
similar to my work!!. Ham radio is fun, reverse engineering is too!
 From my understanding on the IC-706 filter bank is this.
As far as the IC-706 is concerned, this is what I have.
 Between 60.000 and 128.999999 MHz,
a high-pass/low-pass filter pair is used.
 Between 129.0000 and 143.999999 MHz ...AND BETWEEN 148.000001 and 200.00 MHz
another high-pass/low-pass filter combination is used.
BETWEEN 144.000000 and 148.000000 MHz, a separate band-pass/low-pass filter
set-up is used.
 ***********************************************************
 Next I need to identify a maxrix of which wires and logic levels
control each filter, and if the filter is used both in the transmitter
and receiver path or both. Trying to figure the logic diagram in
switching as one tunes the receiver/transmitter from 60-200MHz to
understand which filters are activated in the filter banks.
 Next I can implement my special design microminature filter which is
varactor tuned from 50-200Mhz (similar to another helical design in Japan), a
136-174 varactor filter into the filter compartment. This filter is .38"x .5",
with 5MHz BW and with the right Mhz/volt tuning ratio can be slaved off the VC
O
ramp test point to drive it into a log amp to linearize the tuning range.
From a frequency analysis/spur LO injection, I have figured the higher
order mix products and images for the LO with harmonics, with more information
that I received from Icom.I can really appreciate now why they needed all thos
e filters so that the radio would be usable without image/mix products falling

into the IF with undesired sideband products.
 Still awaiting the service Manual, before I really get into it. Icom
claims the Manuals to be out in January 1996.
 73
Mike
W6TRW
Radio Communication Product Engineer
Electronic Engineer 25 years


[e-mail]





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Subject: IC-706 RF interference
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I just replaced a FT101 with a IC706 and have become public enemy number
1.  The 706 is wiping out cable TV, telephone, AM/FM radio, and most
unforgivably, my son's Nintendo.  Operation with the FT101 produced mild
telephone interference only.  Has anyone else seen such severe
interference relateed to the 706 on 40-10 meters?


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I have got a ICW2 (not A or E) tranceiver
and i cannot have shift on VHF band
but it works on UHF
how can I do.....?
Can we reprogram the tranceiver...?

Thanks
HB9UFQ


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From: [e-mail] (Ronald Ries)
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Subject: IC555 FM, PBT, and VOX accessories
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Looking for the FM module, the Pass Band Tuning module, and the VOX
module for the IC 551 6 meter Xcvr. Anybody want to clean out the junk
box and make a buck?

Thanks,

Ron

--
Heck, writing is easy. Just sit down and open a vein...



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From: [e-mail] (Eric E. Scott)
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In article <4as737$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
says...
>
>does anyone have any first hand experience with the newly introduced
icom
>706 poptable rig. i really want to buy one but i want to get input.
thanks
>a lot.
>
>steven mallalieu  kb2cek  email-  [e-mail]
Hi,

I love my IC-706.  I does every thing I want it to do.
--
The opinions expressed in this message are my own personal views
and do not reflect the official views of Microsoft Corporation.



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Hi - I've had my 706 for about a week now. I had to wait over a month for
it but it was worth it. I haven't been disappointed and would recommend
it. The only regret I have is not ordering the narrow CW filter with it
as it really needs it and now I have to wait until January for it as they
are in short supply. Also it doesn't come with any mounting brackets for
mobile use so I've had to order them as well.
Get one & enjoy!
73 de Colin G0CGD.



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From: [e-mail] (Charles Brain)
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Subject: Re: icom 706
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In article <4b0tsu$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says:
>
>Hi - I've had my 706 for about a week now. I had to wait over a month for
>it but it was worth it. I haven't been disappointed and would recommend
>it. The only regret I have is not ordering the narrow CW filter with it
>as it really needs it and now I have to wait until January for it as they
>are in short supply. Also it doesn't come with any mounting brackets for
>mobile use so I've had to order them as well.
>Get one & enjoy!
>73 de Colin G0CGD.
>
Yes I have one too,

Are you going to contact ICOM UK for the freebies for 706 owners !

Regards Charles G4GUO


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From: [e-mail] (Larry Pardue)
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Subject: Re: Icom 706 @ 27.065 Mhz?
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In article <4b8a8m$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
(RICKCRIDER) wrote:

> As I type this the 'brown truck guy' is hopefully enroute to deliver a 706
> to my door.
> As part of my EC team efforts I have the need to monitor CB channel 9
> (27.065) here in the shack/office.   Currently that need is filled by a
> scanner and a  tatty, and space consuming CB that I would love to see less
> of.
> Will the 706 be able to fill that gap, or be modified to do so without
> turning it into an expensive and illegal CB radio?
> Thanks for any help.....
> Cordially:
> Rick Crider KD4FXA
> UCARS (Union County Amateur Radio Society)
> UCES  (Union County Emergency Sevices)
> Monroe  NC

The 706 will monitor 27.065 fine as is, if you are talking about making it
into a legal CB transmitter, I don't see any way.

Larry (NU5M)


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Subject: Re: Icom 706 @ 27.065 Mhz?
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An Icom rep I talked to said that "a synthesized radio can be made to go
pretty much anywhere it can lock" <- minor addlib on my part but that is
the idea... you should be able to find a mod somewhere. Try to goto
ftp://oak.oakland.edu/pub/hamradio/mods/icom or the equivilent.

AB7NG



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73..
I have got an old IC-W2 VHF/UHF portable tranceiver.
This is not IC-W2A or IC-W2E, but IC-W2
The problem is I cannot switch on the shift (DUP) on VHF part...
It's really annoying for QSO on repeaters.
I can do it on UHF part and it works.
Another problem is I cannot have a 1775Hz tone major repeaters
IC-W2E and A have these functions...
Is it possible to change that ?
Is it the small chip on a card in the tranceiver...?
Please help me...

73 thanks
HB9UFQ



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From: [e-mail] (Atem)
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Subject: In Need of LCD Display
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I have a Fujitsu 16 channel UHF radio that has a cracked LCD display.  If
anyone has a replacement or knows where I can pick one up, or if someone
has the number for Fujitsu, it would really be appriaciated.  Please
e-mail me with info at:  [e-mail].

Thanks in advance
Adam


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From: [e-mail] (Steven Fritts)
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Subject: Info need on Ten-Tec 6 meter Xverter
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Was interested in the comments on the Ten-Tec 6 meter Xverter. Since I
only live about 30 miles from Sevierville, Might run over one
afternoon and pick one up. If you have used one, how did you like it?

Thanks!

Steve, WA4GZE
Knoxville



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From: [e-mail] (Joe BV/N0IAT)
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Subject: Re: Info:  Alinco 70 or Ft 900
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In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>
>Mike, KN6IS ([e-mail]) wrote:
>: Anyone have experience with these.  I  am looking to buy a small hf rig.
>: Thanks.
>
>: --
>: Mike, KN6IS

Hi Mike,

I'm using the Alinco DX-70 as a travel rig.  I've been all over the place
with it and am very pleased so far.   I dont use it mobile....I use it as
a suitcase 100 watt HF rig while traveling around SE Asia.  Works fine,  great
audio.  Have a FT-890 too, but that rig is too heavy to lug around.  Guess
it depends on your usage.  In the mobile, the 890 is nice since it has the
built in keyer and ATU.  Then again, the DX-70 is about 1/3 the weight but
omits the internal ATU and CW keyer.

73,  Joe BV/N0IAT




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Subject: Info:  Alinco 70 or Ft 900
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Anyone have experience with these.  I  am looking to buy a small hf rig.
Thanks.

--
Mike, KN6IS


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From: [e-mail] (James V. Kauffman)
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Mike, KN6IS ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Anyone have experience with these.  I  am looking to buy a small hf rig.
: Thanks.

: --
: Mike, KN6IS

Hi Mike & the group,

     I have the FT-900AT in my Raider mounted on the dashboard.  It takes up
very little space and is an excellent radio.  I use the SG-230 tuner and their
antenna mounted on the roof.  This combination is top notch!

Good luck,
Jim, N7TTO/4 Mobile!


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[e-mail] (D W Hemphill KC5NG) wrote:

>I own the Alinco DX-70T.  It performs well on SSB, haven't tried
>it on CW.  I use it strictly mobile.  I'm impressed with the
>receive audio, sounds good even through the little speaker on
>the radio's top panel.  The operation of band changing is not
>as straight-forward as I'd like, but since I have to stop the
>truck to change antenna band taps (Outbacker Perth), it's not
>a big deal to change bands (not a big deal anyway, you just have
>to be looking at what you're doing due to multi function knobs).
>Being able to remote the front panel is nice, but costs extra.
>The radio has a good solid feel to it, as if it's constructed
>well.  I know my Alinco handy-talky is well built also.

>Overall, I'd say it's a good buy for the price.

>73, Dean KC5NG

From another Dean...

I use my DX70 mobile AND in the shack.  It doesn't compare to badly
with my 990 but will take the 990 for shack use in general.  As to
mobile, the 70T is miles ahead of my old 757GX.  Only knock is the
noize blanker?  It doesn't.

Listen for me tomorrow on 14200 +/-  on a short trip into the
mountains of Az.


         C. Dean Norris, Esq.
      Amateur Radio Station K7NO
      e-mail to [e-mail]



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I own the Alinco DX-70T.  It performs well on SSB, haven't tried
it on CW.  I use it strictly mobile.  I'm impressed with the
receive audio, sounds good even through the little speaker on
the radio's top panel.  The operation of band changing is not
as straight-forward as I'd like, but since I have to stop the
truck to change antenna band taps (Outbacker Perth), it's not
a big deal to change bands (not a big deal anyway, you just have
to be looking at what you're doing due to multi function knobs).
Being able to remote the front panel is nice, but costs extra.
The radio has a good solid feel to it, as if it's constructed
well.  I know my Alinco handy-talky is well built also.

Overall, I'd say it's a good buy for the price.

73, Dean KC5NG



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From: [e-mail] (Mike, KN6IS)
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> From another Dean...
>
> I use my DX70 mobile AND in the shack.  It doesn't compare to badly
> with my 990 but will take the 990 for shack use in general.  As to
> mobile, the 70T is miles ahead of my old 757GX.  Only knock is the
> noize blanker?  It doesn't.
>
> Listen for me tomorrow on 14200 +/-  on a short trip into the
> mountains of Az.
>
>
>          C. Dean Norris, Esq.
>       Amateur Radio Station K7NO
>       e-mail to [e-mail]

Dean, I talked to Alinco about the noise blanker, they said that the early
versions did have a problem and that they will fix it for free if you send
the radio in.  The said that they have a new fix for the Nov. 95
shipments.  (read the QST Dec. evaluation).

I do plan to use the radio for mobil.  Thanks for the input on your
experience with the dx 70.

Does anyone know if there is an external VOX that would work on the dx
70????  Alinco had know idea how to do it.

--
Mike, KN6IS


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From: [e-mail] (steve nomer)
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Subject: Re: Is Kenwood loosing it or what?
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I have one of those Kenwood 440s that has had frequency stability problems.
I had the infamous VCO 5 fix made to the radio to get rid of the "glue"
around the VCO that becomes conductive with age. The radio worked for about
six months, then began to put out bad-sounding signals on first the
higher-frequency bands, then spreading to all of them. The problem: once
again, frequency instability. So far, I've been
unable to find someone who can locate the problem. I've become weary of
throwing money at this rig, and recently purchased a Yaesu FT-990 and am
very pleased with its performance against any of Kenwood's rigs, especially
in its receiver.

The only way Kenwood could ever get me back as a customer would be if they
would recall the 440 and make needed repairs at their expense. As widespread
as this type of problem with the 440s has been, I think this would be only
reasonable to expect.

Steve
e-mail: [e-mail]
Ham call: KB0FHS

--



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From: [e-mail] (Don Simpson)
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Subject: Is Kenwood loosing it or what?
Date: Wed, 20 Dec 1995 13:07:02 GMT
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Is Kenwood loosing their ability to manufacture solid equipment.   I
had a 440 a couple of years ago and it lost it's ability to lock the
PLL.  I found out that was a very wide spread problem and you had to
have a major repair to correct it.

3 years ago I purchased 3 TM241a's (a 2 meter set) Now all three of
them are dieing almost at the same time.  The audio goes out
intermittently and one of them has no CTSS tone out.  And the LCD
dispaly goes hairy intemittently.

Now I don't claim to be a rocket scientist but with me Kenwood has
failed me 80% of the time.   I have owned 5 Kenwood radios and 4 of
them have failed.  All of the failures have been wide spread failures
that in my opinion should have been recalled. Everyone on the local
repeater knows of the 241's audio problems..    They'll say,  "...
yeah mine did that too.  I replaced the microphone."  or " Yeah I had
to send mine back for repair."  Like I said these are wide spread
problems.

On the HF rig,  Almost anyone on the air can tell you to beware of a
440 (a certain serial number batch )  because of this phase lock loop
problem with the 440.

I am looking at the TS850AT but I can't get the courage to purchase
it.  Frankly I'm gun shy when it comes to Kenwood now.  I certainly
don't want to tie alot of my money up in a product that is bug
ridden..

Anyone else having similar problems.....   :o)



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From: [e-mail] (Stephan Rashkin)
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Subject: Re: Is Kenwood loosing it or what?
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[e-mail] (WB3U) wrote:

>   [e-mail] (steve nomer) wrote:

>>The only way Kenwood could ever get me back as a customer would be if
>>they would recall the 440 and make needed repairs at their expense. As
>>widespread as this type of problem with the 440s has been, I think this
>>would be only reasonable to expect.

>Don't hold your breath.  When I was in the audio biz, most of the major
>manufacturers did this at one time or another.  Pioneer, Sansui, Akai,
>Yamaha, B&O, etc. etc.  However, I can't remember Kenwood ever taking
>care of its customers this way despite the same rate of poor designs
>or defective components.  On the other hand, there are worse audio
>companies than Kenwood.  Good thing they don't make ham gear.  :)

>73,
>Jack  WB3U


I can't believe I forgot..About 4 years ago I had problems with
a Kenwood CD player DP R-99..in fact it still isn't working
right after being sent to them 3 times..I have since found out
that this model has a miserable track record and is very
common..every place I called that does Kenwood repairs
remembers the model well, including some on the ".repair"
group...when I called Kenwood about it I just got the brush off..
This CD player was part of their $1500 component system..

Steve, WA2NHZ




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From: [e-mail]   (Bill Newkirk)
Subject: Re: Is Kenwood loosing it or what?
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In <4b91pm$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Don Simpson) w
rites:
>Is Kenwood loosing their ability to manufacture solid equipment.   I
____________^^^^^^^
what? they're subcontracting manufacturing? who knew there was so
much biz they could outsource production...of course, letting loose the
production might save 'em on benefits.

of course, one hopes they aren't losing the formula for building a radio
when they do this...

Bill Newkirk WB9IVR                  The Space Coast Amateur Technical Group
Melbourne, FL                       duty now for the future of amateur radio
Lombardi's 1st Law of Business:
Companies succeed in spite of their best effort.  If they succeed at all.



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From: [e-mail] (Michael Donohue)
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Subject: Kenwood TS-830s/PC-1a
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Hi All:
       Has anyone used the above combination. Everything seems
to work ok with the exception when the the Patch is turned on
the rcv audio is very weak. (I have the Patch Audio at 4 as
recommended in the manuals and 830s audio set at 4). In fact
by turning both the 830s audio to 10 and patch audio to 10 I can
still barely hear anything. Any comments.

Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!

73 De Michael VE3DMJ




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From: [e-mail] (James A. Nitzberg)
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Subject: Kenwood TS-870
Date: 19 Dec 1995 02:04:53 GMT
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Being the proud owner of a new Kenwood 870S, I'm interested in advise from
anyone who's used this radio for several weeks or more.  Here's a list of
questions I've formed after about 4 hours of "playing":

1.  Under what circumstances does the SPAC filtering work best?

2.  Under what circumstances does Line Enhancement mode work best?

3.  Has anyone figured out how to use the Radio Control Program to send CW
a character at a time, instantly, as text is typed?

4.  Is it normal to hear some "carrier" tone during SSB peaks when the IF
notch is engaged and filtering out a strong signal (at about 1000hz)?
What's the best way to minimize this effect?

5.  Based upon monitoring my own signal, it appears that the TX-shift
feature changes the frequency response of my output.  Is it doing anything
else?

After several sessions with this radio, I've concluded that it is indeed a
worthy successor over my 850S-AT, which I used for four years!

Thanks to anyone who can help.  If anyone needs more information on the
870, I hope to be able to help you better in the next few weeks!

73,

James A. Nitzberg
WX3B
[e-mail]



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From: [e-mail] (D W Hemphill KC5NG)
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Subject: Re: Kenwood TS-870
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James,

I'm about to purchase a TS-870S (to succeed my TS-850S/AT).
I'd be interested in any nifty info you come up with on the
870 that I can add to my archives (which are empty now).

Thanks and 73!
                           Dean Hemphill, KC5NG
                           Lake Dallas, Texas



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Thanks!  I'll save a copy of your posting and refer to it
when I get my rig.  I have played with the 870 at a local
ham store, and after 10 minutes, I knew there was no way
I could do without it!

73, Happy hollies!            Dean KC5NG



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From: [e-mail] (Ken Fredstrom)
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Subject: Kenwood TS-940s
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Does anyone have or ever used the IF-232 unit with the 940? It allows
computer control of the 940. I am thinking of getting one if I can
find it and it is worth the effort.
KEN-WB7NEX




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In article <4b78p1$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Ken Fredstrom)
writes:
> Does anyone have or ever used the IF-232 unit with the 940? It allows
> computer control of the 940. I am thinking of getting one if I can
> find it and it is worth the effort.
> KEN-WB7NEX
>
>

I recently was told by the Kenwood rep t a hamfest that the computer interface
you want for the 940 is the IF-10B. They were out of production for a long tim
e
but recently Kenwood ran another batch of them.

Mel KJ9C


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From: [e-mail] (Burch Akin)
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Subject: MFJ 2m and 6m radios
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  I was told that MFJ sold  2m and 6m SSB radios for relatively cheap.
Does anyone have any info on these radios or know where I can get more
info on them?  I was also wondering if anyone on the net uses a dipole
for 6 meters and what kind of luck they have with it.

Burch Akin
[e-mail]
.



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Subject: Re: MFJ 2m and 6m radios
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MFJ sells a 6m SSB rig, but not a 2m version.  Price is $239.95.
Power output = 10 Watts PEP.  VFO control, with RIT also.  Works
SSB and CW.  Rcvr is single conversion superhet.

Sorry the info is "sketchy".  Got it from AES catalog.  Best idea
is to write or phone MFJ and ask them to send you the manual for
the radio, which they will do for free!

73 de KC5NG



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From: [e-mail] (Eugene Kusznir)
Subject: Mod for Kenwood TM-742A
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I recently (2 weeks ago) got a new Kenwood TM-742A from AES.  After
deciding to mod it using the mods found on oak.oakland.edu, I opened up
the radio, found the resistors you have to move, and, after verifing
what I saw was correct, realised the mod was already complete.  It came
from the factory in (according to the mod on oak.oakland.edu) is moded.
However, I  don't get the results of the mod in the frequency range(or
the 800 Mhz band)

Does anyone have corrections for it?
Does anyone have any more mods for it?
Does anyone know where the Mars/CAP wire is?  I looked behind the front
        cover where I was told I'd find it but it isn't there.  And
        guess what - I didn't have the Mars/CAP capibilities either.

Thanks in advance
--
Jim Kusznir
Internet:  [e-mail]
Packet:  ke6dwm@wa6ybn.#soca.ca.usa.noam


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Subject: Re: Mod for Kenwood TM-742A
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EK>I recently (2 weeks ago) got a new Kenwood TM-742A from AES.  After
  >deciding to mod it using the mods found on oak.oakland.edu, I opened up
  >the radio, found the resistors you have to move, and, after verifing
  >what I saw was correct, realised the mod was already complete.  It came
  >from the factory in (according to the mod on oak.oakland.edu) is moded.
  >However, I  don't get the results of the mod in the frequency range(or
  >the 800 Mhz band)

Are you sure you understand the modification sheet correctly?

EK>Does anyone have corrections for it?

I'm not sure what you mean by "corrections."  If you are asking if I
have a complete set of modifications for the 742A, the answer is yes.

  >Does anyone have any more mods for it?

More mods than what? Be more specific.

  >Does anyone know where the Mars/CAP wire is?

I'm not sure what you're talking about.  As far as I know, the 742A does
not have a Mars/CAP "wire."

73 de KD6HRT


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From: [e-mail] (Clark Savage Turner WA3JPG)
Subject: Murch UT-2000A, "ultimate transmatch" questions
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Anyone familiar with these?  I just picked one up at a very good price
and it looks pretty good on the inside.  It covers 80-10 I am told,
and the roller inductor looks right for the job.

Did the UT-2000B cover 160?  If so, did they switch in extra inductance
or add a longer roller inductor?  I would like to add 160 to my UT-2000A
and suspect it is a simple job with a sturdy switch.  Or maybe I can
find the UT-2000B for my 160 antenna :-) .

Also, I think I recall someone on the antenna group stating that the
"ultimate transmatch" design had one of the capacitors doing something
silly....  There is a two ganged capacitor that is doing something
useless?  Just wonder if anyone remembers the comments or has a reference
to it.

Thanks.

Clark
WA3JPG


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From: [e-mail] (J. Kevin Muse)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Need Santec Walkie Documentation
Date: Sun, 17 Dec 1995 20:48:56 GMT
Organization: Internet Oklahoma
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"Edwin J. Bailen (& sometimes Irene Beattie)" <[e-mail]> wrote:

>On Tue, 5 Dec 1995, J. Kevin Muse wrote:

>> Date: Tue, 05 DEC 1995 16:23:23 GMT
>> From: J. Kevin Muse <[e-mail]>
>> Newgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
>> Subject: Need Santec Walkie Documentation
>>
>> I have a santec walkie I came across.  It has a  display step problem.
>> I don't even know how to set it up.  Anybody got a book or service
>> manual??
>>
>>
>What flavor of Santec?

>   Ed Bailen -- N5KZW  /  Irene Beattie -- KA5DYF
>          His religion?  Geek Orthodox!

It's an ST-144/up.




From Unknown Thu Dec 21 20:31:15 1995
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From: Peter Shintani <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Need Santec Walkie Documentation
Date: 20 Dec 1995 23:07:00 GMT
Organization: Sony Japan
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Hi
        Santec was the marketing name for the radio in the USA. in
Europe(UK) and Japan there was sold as Belcom's. Perhaps
you could also look for Belcom information.
PS




From Unknown Thu Dec 21 20:31:16 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Eric E. Scott)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: New Radio Shack 2 mtr mobile
Date: 18 Dec 1995 13:37:44 GMT
Organization: Microsoft Corporation
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Distribution: world
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In article <49lfr5$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
says...
>

>was this info about the radioshack radio? i'd be interested in anyones
>thoughts about the radios they have. i was hoping that would be a
>reasonable  radio to start out with. as far as cost, as i'm not able to
>latch onto one of the better ones out there.
>thanks for any replies
> ernie
>
Hi,

I have a Radio Shack HT-202 I use it for my Main Mobile rig.  It works
really good.  All of the signal reports I have gotten back have been
nothing but good.  As far as picking one up, I would wait until they go
on sale.  Radio Shack constantly has sales to get rid of there warehouse
stock.

Thanks

Eric E. Scott
KC7KLZ
--
The opinions expressed in this message are my own personal views
and do not reflect the official views of Microsoft Corporation.



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From: Rick Tressler <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: New Radio Shack 2 mtr mobile
Date: 20 Dec 1995 13:10:09 GMT
Organization: Global Access Network ISP [phone]
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I know Dayton 96 seems like a long time from now, but if you can wait, it may
be worth it.  Radio
Shack usually has some great prices on their 2/440 stuff at the Hamvention.  W
ho knows, by then,
they may have new models of 2 meter and 440 gear out whivh will drive the pric
e of the older
models down even further.  You may also want to look into Sttandard or  Alinco
 rigs.  They're not
generally as pricy as some of the other radios.



From Unknown Thu Dec 21 20:31:18 1995
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Palomar 600HD
From: [e-mail] (Kris Mcdonald)
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Anyone interested in a 10M (or 11M (CB) for that matter) linear amplifier?
It's a Palomar Elite 600HD.  I bought it brand new and never used
it.  E-mail if interested.

Kris


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From: [e-mail] (Dr. John Robert Schutt)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Pls Help w/ tentec century 21 query
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: 18 Dec 95 00:04:41 -0500
Organization: Taylor University
Lines: 17

In my last post, I said that my son and I just bought a TenTEc Century 21.
It's true.  Now, can someone tell me how I can change the analog dial so that
it's accurate.  I've just been told that the frequency that I was using to
transmit was not the one that showed on my analog dial.  YIKES!!

Any TenTec-ies out there who can help me out of a jam?

THANKS LOADS in advance.

(E-mail is nice.  Ours does not crash as often as News does.)--
______________________________________________________________________________
_
John Robert Schutt                         /\         [e-mail]
Taylor University- Fort Wayne             //\\        [phone]
1025 W. Rudisill Blvd.                   ///\\\       FAX: [phone]
Fort Wayne, IN 46807                       ||
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From Unknown Thu Dec 21 20:31:20 1995
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From: DUBY TODD <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Pls help with frequency question.
Date: 19 Dec 1995 16:25:41 GMT
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Do you have another receiver that has an accurate frequency readout?  You
can always use that.  Or, you can just ask someone on the air to tell you
what freq. they're receiving you on.  By making a chart showing the dial
indication vs the reported frequency, you'll soon have the entire band
calibrated.

73,
Dube         AB5AP



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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Pls help with frequency question.
Date: Wed, 20 Dec 95 00:06:13 GMT
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   [e-mail] (Dr. John Robert Schutt) wrote:

>My son and i recently bought a TenTec Century 21 CW rig.  It's an
>analog display.  We'd like to know exactly the frequency we're using
>to transmit.  (It seems that the FCC wants us to know this too :  )  )
>So, someone suggested that we buy a Radio Shack pocket frequency
>counter for $100.

Checking your transmit frequency with a counter is a real pain.
Also, if you don't have a dummy load, it's potentially illegal (if
you check "live" and you're out of band, you've just made an illegal
transmission).

What you really need is a 100KHz-50KHz-25KHz crystal calibrator.
These generate accurate signals you can use in *receive* mode to
calibrate your rig.  Ten Tec used to sell them, so you might call
them first. Otherwise, you'll probably need to shop the hamfests or
build one (they're very simple to construct).

Incidentally, there's nothing wrong with an analog dial, but you do
need the calibrator to stay legal.  My Yaesu FT-101EE had to be
calibrated every time I changed bands, but it was so quick to do that
I didn't consider it even a minor inconvenience.  Don't sell the
Century short - there are some very fine pieces of equipment out
there with analog dials.

73,
Jack  WB3U


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From: [e-mail] (Dr. John Robert Schutt)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Pls help with frequency question.
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: 17 Dec 95 23:59:50 -0500
Organization: Taylor University
Lines: 20

My son and i recently bought a TenTec Century 21 CW rig.  It's an analog
display.  We'd like to know exactly the frequency we're using to transmit.
(It seems that the FCC wants us to know this too :  )  )  So, someone suggeste
d
that we buy a Radio Shack pocket frequency counter for $100.  What is the
collective wisdom here?  Is that the best idea.  (Obviously, it we had a bunch
more money, we'd have bought a digital rig.)  Any ideas about the frequency
counter idea?  If so, what's a good one to get?  And,  what about the Radio
Shack model?

Boy, do I appreciate your answer.  THANKS in advance!!!

E-mail helps, but I'll also check here regularly.  (Assuming that the our
system does not crash.)--
______________________________________________________________________________
_
John Robert Schutt                         /\         [e-mail]
Taylor University- Fort Wayne             //\\        [phone]
1025 W. Rudisill Blvd.                   ///\\\       FAX: [phone]
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From: Jack Kovar <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: program info ft23-r
Date: 18 Dec 1995 17:58:53 GMT
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 I assume he knows how to program the memories and repeater offsets.





From Unknown Thu Dec 21 20:31:24 1995
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From: James Garland <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: QRP Newsgroup???
Date: 18 Dec 1995 15:01:45 GMT
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I've heard of a qrp newsgroup, or email exchange group, and wonder if
anyone has info? Tnx.  Jim W8ZR



From Unknown Thu Dec 21 20:31:25 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Bill Howell)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: QRP Newsgroup???
Date: Mon, 18 Dec 1995 21:13:01 GMT
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James Garland <[e-mail]> wrote:

>I've heard of a qrp newsgroup, or email exchange group, and wonder if
>anyone has info? Tnx.  Jim W8ZR

here's the info..it will put you on the mailing list, which is sent
out daily:



    Remember, all these commands must be sent to [e-mail]
in the
    BODY of the mail message, NOT in the Subject: of the message.

    * GETTING ON THE LIST

          SUBSCRIBE QRP-L your_name your_call

      where "your_name" is your real name, and "your_call" is your
callsign,
      if any.  For example:

          SUBSCRIBE QRP-L John Doe K5FJZ




From Unknown Thu Dec 21 20:31:26 1995
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From: Alan Johnson <kninectf>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Question: GE Master II at 52.525
Date: 18 Dec 1995 19:32:19 GMT
Organization: -=MO.NET=- P-Net, Inc's Missouri Operations
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To: [e-mail]

I saw your responce and was wondering if the Master II exec has the same
problem as the Master II with RF shielding.  The recieve oscilator emits
a low level singal that will get back into the exciter anc cause some
interesting noise on xmitl.  I the Exec is like the Master II how did you
over come this problem.  I am using some aluminium for shielding but
still  havent got all the noise out yet.

73
Alan
K9CTF
[e-mail]



From Unknown Thu Dec 21 20:31:27 1995
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From: [e-mail] (David Feustel)
Subject: Radio Cards?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
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I'm looking for an IBM pc compatible shortwave (and/or wideband) radio
card that I can run with os/2. I'd like to be able to turn the radio
on/off at specified times and also to be able to set the frequency and
receive mode (am, (wide/narrow) fm, lsb, usb, etc).

I also would like to be able to save to disk the digitized audio output
from the radio.

Does anything like this exist?
--
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Dave Feustel N9MYI      For PGP Public Key, finger [e-mail]
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From Unknown Thu Dec 21 20:31:29 1995
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From: charles bolland <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: RADIO STATION DATABASE.ZIP
Date: 19 Dec 1995 13:21:09 GMT
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Friends,

For those of you that have already received the Radio Station Database Demo, I
 may have typed
a line of the unzip instructions incorrectly.  The correct unziping instructio
ns should read:

PKUNZIP.EXE DATABASE.ZIP C:\DEMO2

If you haven't received the demo database for radio stations yet, send me your
 E-Mail address
and I will send it to you via E-Mail

Chuck Bolland




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From: Ron Dyer <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: RADIO STATION DATABASE.ZIP
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charles bolland <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Friends,
>
>For those of you that have already received the Radio Station Database Demo,
I may have typed
>a line of the unzip instructions incorrectly.  The correct unziping instructi
ons should read:
>
>PKUNZIP.EXE DATABASE.ZIP C:\DEMO2
>
>If you haven't received the demo database for radio stations yet, send me you
r E-Mail address
>and I will send it to you via E-Mail

Please send copy to [e-mail]



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From: Dave Carver <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Recommend a Kenwood Service Shop
Date: 21 Dec 1995 03:16:08 GMT
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I have a Kenwood TS430S that needs to be repaired.

Can someone recommend a fast and reliable Kenwood repair shop?





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From: "Anthony R. Gold" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Remote Control of HF Rigs
Date: Wed, 20 Dec 95 14:23:11 GMT
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A number of HF rigs appear to offer complete control via detachable face-
plates, including the Alinco DX-70T, Yaesu FT-900 and Icom IC-706.

Has anyone successfully operated any of these at significant distance?  I
would like to know of anyone who has managed to extend the distance between
the front panel and the faceless box to around 70m (say 250 feet).

Regards,
--
   Tony - G3SKR / AA2PM                  email: [e-mail]
                                                [e-mail]
                                        packet: g3skr@n0ary.#nocal.ca.usa.na


From Unknown Thu Dec 21 20:31:32 1995
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From: Harold Alexander <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur,rec.radio.amateur.swap,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.ham-radio,rec.ham-radio.swap
Subject: Re: REQUEST INFO - Oklahoma Comm Center
Date: 16 Dec 1995 00:32:23 GMT
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I purchased a Yeasu FT-840 from them and have been very pleased with the
radio and their response to my needs.



From Unknown Thu Dec 21 20:31:33 1995
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From: [e-mail] (John Boyd)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur,rec.radio.amateur.swap,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.ham-radio,rec.ham-radio.swap
Subject: Re: REQUEST INFO - Oklahoma Comm Center
Date: Sat, 16 Dec 1995 01:21:29 GMT
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[e-mail] (Greg Kopp) wrote:

>Have you ever bought anything from Oklahoma Comm Center (1-800-765-HAMS)??

>I'm looking at buying a radio mail order from them. They are $30 cheaper
>than most other stores with free shipping and I'm not sure of thier
>reliability.

>e-mail to [e-mail] or [e-mail]

I LIVE in OKC, and I buy from them regularly.  For the most part
they're nice guys, and they seem to work hard to take care of their
customers.  I've made the same discovery, i.e., they're cheaper than
most of the other mail order places.  Give them a try, I don't think
you'll be disappointed.  Tell them KC5KBC/John gave them a thumb's up!

73!



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From: [e-mail] (Carl Steckler)
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Subject: Re: REQUEST INFO - Oklahoma Comm Center
Date: 18 Dec 1995 19:32:06 GMT
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>>Have you ever bought anything from Oklahoma Comm Center
>(1-800-765-HAMS)??
>>
>
>
>I buy ALL my equipment there. I have shoped around, but with their
>prices and they pay shipping, they are my ONLY store now....73
>
>Lee N5KXI
>

Add my satisfied voice to the list. Nothing but good service from these
people.
--
Carl (ex-jarhead) Semper Fi
KB2SGX
"For those who fought for it, freedom has a flavor the
protected will never know"
Unknown Marine, Khe Sahn, Viet Nam



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From: [e-mail] (Mike Sylvia)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Results:survey of factory repair times
Date: Mon, 18 Dec 1995 16:22:44 GMT
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I may be late to get into this thread, I'm new in the 'newsgroups'.
I had a problem with my Alinco 2M mobile (in warrenty).  I sent it
to CA the week before Thanksgiving and it was back to me the
monday following the holiday.  The main board was replaced at
no charge.  Great service in my book!

73

Mike

--

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MIKE>SYLVIA>H3>N1TBV>NORTH>KINGSTOWN,R.I.>163SUPERSPORT>[e-mail]



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From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Results:survey of factory repair times
Date: Tue, 19 Dec 1995 00:50:23 GMT
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[e-mail] (Mike Sylvia) wrote:

>I may be late to get into this thread, I'm new in the 'newsgroups'.
>I had a problem with my Alinco 2M mobile (in warrenty).  I sent it
>to CA the week before Thanksgiving and it was back to me the
>monday following the holiday.  The main board was replaced at
>no charge.  Great service in my book!

>73

>Mike

>--
>
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>MIKE>SYLVIA>H3>N1TBV>NORTH>KINGSTOWN,R.I.>163SUPERSPORT>[e-mail]

I have a bunch of Yaesu gear and their history is <2 weeks for almost
any repair/re-alignment chore.  In addition, they upgrade NC for most
upgrades (if not all).  Super service in my book.


         C. Dean Norris, Esq.
      Amateur Radio Station K7NO
      e-mail to [e-mail]



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From: Curtis Wheeler <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: RF interference in Ford Explorer
Date: 18 Dec 1995 05:24:45 GMT
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>[e-mail] (Clifton T. Sharp) wrote:
>
>>In article <4a9i54$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (W8JI  Tom) wr
ites:
>>>I have all Ford vehicles here, and the pumps are noisy in all of them. I
>>>added external RFI filters at the fuel tanks by using snap on chokes and
>>>.1 MFD bypass caps from each lead to the chassis on the supply side of the
>>>choke.
>
>>But at what location? Near the gas tank, or near the front of the vehicle?
>>I would presume the former; if so, how did you weatherproof the whole
>>thing?
>

I ran an FT-5200 in my 92 Escort GT without a bit if interference
trouble.  I was warned about fuel pump noise too.  The  pump leads on the
Escort are accessable under the back seat so it would have been easy if
it was necessary.  I have a friend with a Kenwood 732 in a '93 F-150 - no
noise or interference problems ever detected.  Enough on "other Fords".

I just got a new Explorer three weeks ago. I haven't put the 5200 in yet
- since I haven't figured out where to put the transciever.  I would be
interested in hearing from people that have installed two-ways in them.
But what I want to know about is how you installed the radio itself - not
what mods you made to other systems on the truck...

How did you run power?  Straight to the battery?  Ground to the battery
as well?

What kind of antenna?  Mag mount?  Roof mount? (Drilled a hole? Where?)
Glass mount? (Where?).

Anyone ever installed other LMR equipment in an Explorer (non-ham gear)?
 We have several Spectras running in company Explorers on UHF without any
trouble that I am aware of.

--
Curtis G. Wheeler - Pleasanton, CA




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From: [e-mail] (William Carmichael)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: SB-102 Problem - can you help?
Date: Wed, 20 Dec 1995 18:00:04 -0400
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I've had a lot of fun trying to keep my SB-102 on the air, but this time
I'm stumped.  Any SB-102 users out there willing to help would be very
much appreciated.  Problem seems simple:

  Rig operates great on 80 & 40 meters; Mic/CW (Drive) control works
per design.  On other bands, Mic/CW control has no effect, always high,
and seems to have carrier output (even in SSB modes).  There seems to be some
modulation on the carrier, like AM.  I can imagine what could cause
this... but NOT just on these bands and not 80/40!!!   I've stared at the
schem on the bandswitch, and sure enough, there are things going on for 20 mtr

& up that aren't for 40 or 80, but they seem just to be final tuning caps and
such.. nothing I can grok that would cause this.  Guess its just beyond me,
I'm ashamed to say.  Sulk.

Anybody squared off with this before?




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From: [e-mail]
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Subject: Seeking 900 MHz transcivers
Date: 20 Dec 95 08:46:37 GMT
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Message-Id: 961_bbs
From: dg5ffa@ve3rpi.#scon.on.can.noam
To: [e-mail]

Hello and thank you for reading this Mail !
I'm seeking a pair of 900 MHz Radios
Does someone is selling one ?


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From Unknown Thu Dec 21 20:31:41 1995
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From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: seeking a pair of 900MHz Transcivers
Date: 19 Dec 95 20:09:22 GMT
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Hello readers !

I'm seeking two Transcivers for the 933/934 MHz band .
Who offers cheap a pair of it ??

Thank you in advance for your response !
Pse E-Mail to: [e-mail]


From Unknown Thu Dec 21 20:31:42 1995
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From: [e-mail] (John Wagner)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Setting PL deviation on FT-11???
Date: Tue, 19 Dec 1995 14:34:03 GMT
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On 14 Dec 1995 21:25:40 GMT [e-mail] (John Byrnes) wrote:

>John Wagner ([e-mail]) wrote:
>> Anyone know how/where to adjust the transmitted CTCSS deviation level on a
>> Yaesu FT-11R HT?  Is it an internal pot, or is it in some undocumented
>> keyboard mode?


>I have an FT-11R too.  People who receive my transmissions report a
>"humming" whose tone varies with the PL tone I set.  Are your symptoms
>the same?

>Anyway, I called Yaesu about it.  I was told that there's no *easy* way
>to turn down the tone level unless you have the optional FNS-26 (?) tone
>board.  The hard way is to read the schematic (and somehow decipher the
>internal functions of the major chips) and change a resistor or two.
>(ie. Good Luck!)  The guy gave no indication that Yaesu would do this
>for you for any price.

>Let me know if you find a different answer.

>John, KB0UNC

Yep!  That's the symptom.  A friend is using the FT-11R, and it works great
except for the transmitted PL is extremely loud.  I haven't put a deviation
meter on it yet, but I'd guess nearly 1KHz deviation.  I haven't looked at
the schematics yet, but if the fix involves changing a resistor, I'll have
to avoid coffee for a week to get steady enough to change those babies.

Oddly enough, I've got the FT-51R (same series, only dual band), and its PL
deviation seems to be perfect out of the box.  Some of the functions
(including microphone level) on my FT-51R are adjustable from the keypad in
the diagnostic/service mode, but I'm not sure about the PL.


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From Unknown Thu Dec 21 20:31:43 1995
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From: [e-mail] (David Zielke)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: SG-2000 AM filter BYPASS modification
Date: 20 Dec 1995 19:01:53 GMT
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Several people have asked me how to remove the AM filter on the SG-2000 to
allow AM broadcast band reception.  I have sent instructions from memory but
here are the instructions which I got from SGC (I just called SGC and
recieved their blessing [thanks Terry] to put this on the internet as it is
copyrighted material).

------------------------------------------------------------------------------
SGC   SG-2000

To Bypass AM Filter in SG-2000

1. Remove top cover by removing 6 each 6-32 Black Phillips head screws which
   secure cover to the SG-2000

2. Place radio with exciter PCB up.

3. There is a long "L" shaped metal heatsink bracket located on the left
   side of the exciter.  On this bracket is the AM Filter PCB.

4. On the AM filter board, disconnect the gray coax from RF in jack and
   disconnect the short coax on the AM filter into J101.  Tape up short coax
   connector or remove AM filter board entirely.

5. Connect the long coax directly into J101.

6. Replace the top cover and secure with 6 Phillips head screws.

This concludes the bypass procedure for the AM filter.  Your SG-2000 HF SSB
should now receive down to 500 KHz.

If further assistance is required, please contact SGC.

SGC copyright (c) March 1995

SGC Inc. SGC Building, 13737 S.E. 26th St. Bellevue, WA. 98005 USA
P.O. Box 3526, 98009.  Telex: 328834.  Fax: [phone]. Tel: [phone]
                                                                [phone]

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David M. Zielke
KA4SLI
[e-mail]
[e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Todd Little)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Source for some 2SK125's?
Date: 20 Dec 1995 05:34:55 GMT
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I need to repair the preamp in an ICOM IC-730 and the devices they
use are 2SK125.  The cross reference I came up with says that it
was an OEM device and no cross exists.  Any idea where I could
find some of these devices or if there is really a reasonable cross
readily available?

73,
Todd
N9MWB



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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Source for some 2SK125's?
Date: Wed, 20 Dec 95 00:21:32 GMT
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   [e-mail] (Todd Little) wrote:

>I need to repair the preamp in an ICOM IC-730 and the devices they
>use are 2SK125.

Are you looking for a Japanese replacement?  I wouldn't personally
use anything but a Japanese part number, or the exact original part.
Compared to the generic garbage, their quality is higher and their
performance is much more consistent.

If you're working on a lot of Japanese equipment, there are at least
two books published which contain specs for Japanese devices.  One is
for 2SA, 2SB, 2SC and 2SD bipolar devices, the other covers 2SK and
3SK fets.  These books are published in Japan and they are the real
thing, converted to English.

Also, the books are printed once a year and sold by MCM electronics,
CEI and ORA, the same people who sell the parts.  Sorry, I don't have
a number for these guys, but any stereo repair shop should be able to
tell you how to contact them.  They all have 800 numbers.

73,
Jack  WB3U


From Unknown Thu Dec 21 20:31:47 1995
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From: [e-mail] (jmleveron)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Standard C-112 VHF Handheld?
Date: Wed, 20 Dec 95 10:36:35 GMT
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Hi,

    Does anyone have any info on the Standard C-112 VHF handheld?  I picked up

a pair of them in Japan in 1992.  It has ten memory channels.  The variant I
got only runs 144-146; 46-48 is somehow "locked out".  It has four main front
panel controls; on/off, call, MR, MS.  When shifted via the Func key, they are

Set, Rpt, MW, and Lamp.

   Does anyone have any possible sources for a manual, or a manual for a
similar model (my manual's in Japanese, hard for this Gaijin to read).  It
also only has the clamshell back battery compartment for 6 AA sized alkalines;

anyone know of a compatible Nicad pack?

   Any info on potential mods to access 146-148 (or MARS/CAP, or "wide-band")?

These little radios have been good to me, and I'd like to get them up to full
potential.  Also, one of the units serial # is 92F10005x

Thanks in advance for any replies!  73 de John <[e-mail]>




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From: Gary Mitchelson <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Suggestion on 6M commercial rig
Date: Mon, 18 Dec 1995 14:54:26 -0800
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Does anyone have any experience or suggestions on a what is a good
commercial rig to put on 6M?

Requirements are:
Synthesized but easy to program (no special unobtainable software)
Enough channels (100+) to cover most repeater/simplex possibilities
Trunk Mount
60+ watts
PL
Less than $300 used but in good shape

Any suggestions on models I should look for?

N3JPU


From Unknown Thu Dec 21 20:31:48 1995
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From: [e-mail] (John Seney)
Subject: Re: Suggestion on 6M commercial rig
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Organization: MV Communications, Inc.
Date: Tue, 19 Dec 1995 09:45:17 GMT
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In article <[e-mail]>, Gary Mitchelson
<[e-mail]> wrote:

> Does anyone have any experience or suggestions on a what is a good
> commercial rig to put on 6M?
>
> Requirements are:
> Synthesized but easy to program (no special unobtainable software)
> Enough channels (100+) to cover most repeater/simplex possibilities
> Trunk Mount
> 60+ watts
> PL
> Less than $300 used but in good shape
>
> Any suggestions on models I should look for?
>
> N3JPU

Consider spending a lot more and getting a lot more...get an ICOM
706.

73,

FYI: The latest version of Digital Scope.FAQ <304> is on my WWW Home Page.
        (All opinions are my own, including Digital Storage Scope.FAQ)

                        Best Holiday Wishes!


               John D. Seney |_|_|_|_| [e-mail]
          144 Pepperidge Dr. |_|   |_| www http://www.mv.com/ipusers/wd1v
   Manchester, NH 03103-6150 |_|_ _|_| [e-mail]
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From: [e-mail] (LAURIE)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: tait t520 help
Date: Mon, 18 Dec 1995 04:02:34 GMT
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hi all
anybody done work with a tait t520 that uses a multi channel
swithching unit it comprises of 2 x bcd's feeding  the board where the
diode matrix board was
the 2 chips {14/16 devices forgot which} are missing hence i cant
dissasemble the chips for the programme
A:have you got any info on the chips
b:have you got any info on the programme that goes into these chips

i believe that they are ttl proms ie as used in the mx290 series etc
any help much app
73's de laurie    [e-mail]




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From: [e-mail] (Steven Fritts)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Ten-Tec 6 meter Xverter
Date: Mon, 18 Dec 1995 22:45:09 GMT
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Is anyone using the Ten-tec 6 meter tranverter? If so, how do you like
it? I understand it is avalibile in kit form. Would be interested in
knowing how it performs.

Thanks,

Steve
WA4GZE



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From: [e-mail] ()
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Ten-Tec Scout 555 noise blanker?
Date: 19 Dec 1995 10:41:26 GMT
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Hello,

I should like to learn about the noise blanker option available
for the Ten-Tec Scout 555. Under what conditions does it
help, and when will it do more harm than good. Does it help with
the noise from distant thunderstorms?

73, Moritz DL5UH




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Subject: Re: Ten-Tec Scout 555 noise blanker?
Date: 21 Dec 1995 14:25:12 GMT
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>I should like to learn about the noise blanker option available
>for the Ten-Tec Scout 555. Under what conditions does it
>help, and when will it do more harm than good. Does it help with
>the noise from distant thunderstorms?

From my experience (555 Scout in mobile operation, and 556 Argo
at fixed station), the noise blanker is without a doubt one of
the most worth while accessories you can buy for your Scout.
It's extremely effective in eliminating car ignition noise and
"local" electrical noise (power-lines, appliances).  It's well
worth the price ($19.95 US).  I couldn't operate without it
(quite literally).  At the fixed station, it brings an S7 noise
level down to an S2.  It does not seem to filter out noise
generated by my television, however, and I am not sure how well
it would reduce noise from distant thunderstorms.

-Drew, NV1B


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From: [e-mail] (Medy Cabebe)
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Subject: TR7 Questions
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What is the current price of TR7A? The radio I'm looking is fully loaded, all
the
necessary filters are included, power supply, noise blanker, etc.  The radio
is in mint condition.  The asking price is $800.  Is this a good deal?

I appreciate any info about the radio.  This will be my first rig if I'll get
it.

Thanks
Medy, AC6QR



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From: [e-mail] (Joe BV/N0IAT)
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Subject: TRAC KEYER  - HELP !!
Date: 18 Dec 1995 03:29:18 GMT
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Seasons Greetings,

I found a TRAC electronic keyer and am trying
to get the old beast working again.  It is pretty old
by todays standards, using 8 or 9 general purpose TTL
logic ic's. No model is on the case, but the board
inside says TE-001.  Trac is a company located
somewhere in NY, but is out of business I'm told.
Here's the problem:

I am able to get the keyer to key, making dits and
dah's when connected to a 3 wire stereo phono plug,  I
even hear the cw sidetone out of the internal speaker.
It sounds normal...no problem.

I am NOT able to get the keyer to key my modern, solid
state HF rig.  When attaching the key line from the
keyer to the rig, the rig just keys up and stays keyed
as soon as I hit a single dit or dah.  I even tried
bypassing the chassis mounted "jacks" and hard-wired
the key line to the rig.

I have tried everything to get this to work.  In fact,
I've even run the rig with zero RF out, thinking some
stray RF was getting into the keyer and somehow
keeping the rig keyed.  But still...no luck.  As soon
as I hit a dit or a dah, the rig keys up and stays
keyed, even though the "keyer" is acting normal (as
determined by listening to the sidetone of the keyer)

I suspect now that either the keying transistor is
bad, or perhaps the keyer is wired for some older rig
and is unable to key a modern solid state rig
properly.

So, if anyone can offer some advice, I'd be
appreciateive.   I already have the thing torn apart,
all the wiring undone for troubleshooting, and still
cant seem to get the thing going.  I'd need a
schematic or parts value list since I cant tell what
the keying transistor is.  (no value on it) to
replace it.

Thanks...

--
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



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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
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Subject: Re: TRAC KEYER  - HELP !!
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   [e-mail] (Joe BV/N0IAT) wrote:

>I am NOT able to get the keyer to key my modern, solid
>state HF rig.

This keyer may have been made to key a negative line, like those
used in older grid-block transmitters.  Unless you can obtain
service literature that shows an easy conversion, my own solution
would be to use a reed relay to key the rig.  They're available
from Radio Shack in both 5V and 12V versions, and you may even be
able to fit it right inside the keyer.  FWIW, I've been building
and using strictly homebrew keyers for almost 30 years.  Every
one of them has used a relay and it's the one part that's never
failed.  :)

73,
Jack  WB3U


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From: [e-mail](K. STEPHENSON )
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Subject: Trade: 386 Computer for 2M HT
Date: 18 Dec 1995 23:00:28 GMT
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I have a 386 computer system that I will trade for a 2M HT.

386/25 Processor
8M Ram
120M Hdsk
SVGA Monitor
Keyboard & Mouse
Dos & Windows

I value this PC at $400.00
If you have a radio that is close to the same value, maybe we can
strike a deal.

E-Mail me if you are interested.
[e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Joe BV/N0IAT)
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Subject: Re: Trouble with Yaesu FT900
Date: 20 Dec 1995 05:55:57 GMT
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In article <4b3385$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>
>Keywords: Yaesu FT900
>
>  My Yaesu FT900AT goes off "automatically" in 5 seconds(sometimes 10
>minuites or so) after I swich it on. Not always, but sometimes. And when
>I switch it on again, it works perfectly. I only experienced just once it
>happend twice in row.
>  I asked it to the Yaesu people in Tokyo, but they don't have such
>report so far. Anybody who has same problem? HL1DK/Lee

Several months ago, there were similar reports on this newsgroup
that the FT-900 had a CPU problem that caused the rig  to shut
off mysteriously after a few minutes of operation.  I dont recall
the specifics, but a firmware upgrade was required to fix the
problem.

I recall the 900 in question was being used as a repeater remote base,
and the periodic shutdown was very troublesome for the owner since he
was forced to return to the repeater site to cycle the rig off/on again.

Perhaps someone can offer more specifics that I.

Best regards and seasons greetings,

Joe  BV/N0IAT

Taipei TAIWAN

ex 7J1AOF   ex KA0ZDH    ex  YU3/N0IAT
Licensed Radio Amateur since 1986




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From: [e-mail] (Mike Aust)
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Subject: Re: Trouble with Yaesu FT900
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------------------------------

Date: 20 Dec 1995 05:55:57 GMT
From: [e-mail] (Joe BV/N0IAT)
Subject: Trouble with Yaesu FT900

In article <4b3385$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>
>Keywords: Yaesu FT900
>
>  My Yaesu FT900AT goes off "automatically" in 5 seconds(sometimes 10
>minuites or so) after I swich it on. Not always, but sometimes. And when
>I switch it on again, it works perfectly. I only experienced just once it
>happend twice in row.
>  I asked it to the Yaesu people in Tokyo, but they don't have such
>report so far. Anybody who has same problem? HL1DK/Lee

Several months ago, there were similar reports on this newsgroup
that the FT-900 had a CPU problem that caused the rig  to shut
off mysteriously after a few minutes of operation.  I dont recall
the specifics, but a firmware upgrade was required to fix the
problem.

I recall the 900 in question was being used as a repeater remote base,
and the periodic shutdown was very troublesome for the owner since he
was forced to return to the repeater site to cycle the rig off/on again.

Perhaps someone can offer more specifics that I.

Best regards and seasons greetings,

Joe  BV/N0IAT

Taipei TAIWAN

ex 7J1AOF   ex KA0ZDH    ex  YU3/N0IAT
Licensed Radio Amateur since 1986

------------------------------

The USA station that Joe referred to is NI6R in Brea,California. USA, he
took his FT-900 down to Yaesu USA, according to him, they shipped his radio
japan to fix it.
  He has a company that builds HF remote control cumputer interfaces
for HF radio's.
  That's how I learned of it, and I contacted the Technical Representive
named (Chip) at Yaesu USA in Cerritos, California.USA and he said bring it
in, we will upgrade to version 3, under warranty, for free , since then,
no problems, great RIG.
73
Mike
WB6DJI

 Also, my brother hasa FT-900, WB6ZUF, had the same problem , he took his in,
 had the firmware upgrade, had it replaced at the Yaesu USA headquarters in
Cerritos, California. USA.
 The people in Japan may not be aware, since Yaesu USA took the lead here,
to fix the problem, by upgrading the radio's in the USA, and Japan just
upgraded the CPU firware, with thinking that the Main Field Offices like
Yaesu USA, Yaesu Europe would do the CPU firmware changes in their facilities.
 I believe there is a communications problem there on you end, I suggest you
have Yaesu Japan contact Yaesu USA.
 Now, its a great rig!
Yaesu Corporation USA did not want to get a bad image here, so they really wen
t out of their way to keep their customers happy.

73
Mike


upgrade y


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Subject: Trouble with Yaesu FT900
Date: 18 Dec 1995 15:55:01 +0900
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Keywords: Yaesu FT900

  My Yaesu FT900AT goes off "automatically" in 5 seconds(sometimes 10
minuites or so) after I swich it on. Not always, but sometimes. And when
I switch it on again, it works perfectly. I only experienced just once it
happend twice in row.
  I asked it to the Yaesu people in Tokyo, but they don't have such
report so far. Anybody who has same problem? HL1DK/Lee




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From: Michael Haydon <[e-mail]>
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Subject: TS-830S $550
Date: Sun, 17 Dec 1995 13:27:43 -0600
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Kenwood TS-830S with MC-50 mic. Owners and SERVICE manuals.
Rig in exc+ cond. Leave message or best to call 1-815-683-2490
evenings save monday. $550 +ship.
  Tnx es 73  Mike KF8ZN




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From: [e-mail] (D W Hemphill KC5NG)
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Subject: Re: TS850 slope tune with CW filter
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As I recall from a magazine review on the TS-850S, they felt
like the high cut worked with one filter, and the low cut
worked with the other.  Based on that information (feeling?)
I think you're seeing what they saw.

I have all the filters in my 850, which I put in right from
the start, so I don't notice that problem.

I think the best solution is to load up with filters!  ;)

73 de KC5NG



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From: [e-mail] (Doug Alspaugh)
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Subject: Re: TS850 slope tune with CW filter
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>> When I added the YK-88C-1 500Hz CW filter to my TS850 the slope tune no
longer behaves properly.  The high cut cuts way too much and the low cut
is completely ineffective.

Is this normal behavior?  Is the slope tune supposed to be useful for CW
when optional filters are in place?

The YK-88C-1 is for center frequency 8830KHz (1st IF).  This is currently
the only optional filter in the rig.

TNX. <<

I have that radio and filter combo and have no problem using the slop tuning i
n CW. I can make a nice narrow filter doing it. I have the CW note set for def
ault. *800hz I think and I usually have both cuts set nearly at 12 o'clock. Ho
pe this helps some.

73 Doug



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Subject: Re: TS850 slope tune with CW filter
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This is normal behavior.  Not to worry.  I agree that both filters are
very effective working together, but either filter alone is a big
improvement over slope tune alone.  I use the filters and ignore the slope
tune in the digital modes.  Slope tune ssb is good.


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From: Tom Pfaffenbach <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: TV sweep tubes vs. RF output tubes
Date: 19 Dec 1995 18:47:25 GMT
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One of the finest "Sweep" tubes for ssb amplification is the 6HF5. Hallicrafte
rs and Swan both
put this tube to good use in the late 1960's. Hallicrafters used a single 6HF5
 in the HT-46 and
achieved an honest, linear, 175w PEP output. Operating conditions used a d.c.
negative grid
bias set for 40ma @ 725 volts on the plate idling and 210 v on the screen.

Swan used a pair of 6HF5's in the 500C and achieved an honest, linear 350w PEP
 output with a dc
bias at idle of only 20 ma for each tube (40 ma total) at 900 plate volts and
250 screen volts.

The 6HF5 has multiple r.f. grounding connections for the screen and cathode, w
hich allow stable
design at very high gain levels. These tubes make use of the fact that the ave
rage powerlevel
in the human voice is 10 or more db below the peaks. Their high perveance desi
gn means that
they do not work very hard at all in amateur SSB application, and will last al
most
indefinitely, if they are not destroyed by careless tuning. On a voice peak th
ey may have an
instantaneous plate current of 250 ma per tube. That amounts to an input of 10
X the plate
dissipation,

Historic application of 807 and 6146 vacuum tubes in amateur equipment  usuall
y set dc input
power at 3X the plate dissipation level, but this was based on approximately 7
0% class C
efficiency, not the linear AB modes or the 10-20 db variation between peak and
 average drive
levels.

73 de K9JDU



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Subject: Re: Un francΘs estß buscando contacto
Date: Wed, 20 Dec 1995 14:10:39 -0800
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In article <[e-mail]>, Philippe CUVINOT
<[e-mail]> wrote:

> Hola,
>
> Soy francΘs y estoy buscando a amigos para conversar acerca de temas
> latino americanos. Me interesa muchφsimo la cultura precolombina y
> estoy realizando una pßgina a prop≤sito de las grandes civilizaciones.
> Escribanme para darme ideas interesantes. Gracias.
> Hasta pronto, Philippe.

Hola Philippe,

   Yo soy frances tambien, y vivo en Los Angeles, California. Trabajo como
bibliotecario especializado en literatura mexicana y centro americana, en
la University of Southern California. Me gustaria conversar contigo en
cualquier idioma (espanol, frances, ingles) y ayudarte. Aqui en el sur de
la California hay mucha gente de habla hispana y muchas organizaciones
culturales : mexicanas, salvadorenas, hondurenas......bueno una fuente muy
larga de posibilidades. Puedes usar mi correo electronico directamente

[e-mail]

espero hablar contigo muy pronto!  gracias

JEAN-LUC


JEAN-LUC ESTRELLA
DOHENY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
UNIVERSITY PARK CAMPUS
LOS ANGELES, CA, 90089
U.S.A.


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From: [e-mail] (LUIS JOSE LEAL MARTINS)
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Subject: Re: USA Ham Suppliers-sell to Europe?
Date: 18 Dec 1995 16:42:26 GMT
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:Garry Walker ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Hi there I was wondering if there are any US Ham Radio equipment
: suppliers who readily sell equipment to Europe.  I am aware of the
: additional 'costs' incurred by this method, however it is still 'in
: many cases' worth the effort.  Also are there any US suppliers who
: have their catalogues available via the Internet, I woulld appreciate
: further details.

: Regards Garry

: ----------------------------------
: G0IHB, GX0TEN, F/G0IHB/P

: Internet:[e-mail]
: Packet:  [e-mail]

: ----------------------------------


    Hi, I'm trying to do the same, try:http://www.hamradio.com

    They have a large list of equipment.

73, Luis Martins
CT1FNK



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From: [e-mail] (Randall Bradley)
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Subject: Re: Vacumn Tubes
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Re: "VACUMN TUBES"

        I think that you are thinking of :

                VACUUM TUBES

                        ...eh?


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FOR SALE- OR TRADE::
Varian VZX6983G5GLM  8-12.4 ghz 53db gain 200watt Xband amp (new)
$16,000.
Varian VZM6993051505   12-18ghz 53db gain 200watt KU band amp
(new)$13,000.
Varian VZX6981KADEH  8-12.4ghz 40db gain 20 watt Xband amp(1007
hrs.)$7,500.
L&R Communications low noise amp local controle & monitor
Scientific Atlanta Antenna Motor Controler Mod.# 8841A
Arbiter Systems Satelite Controled clock mod.#1026B
LAMDA  LFS-44-48
Digital      H7100A
Scientific Atlanta 3267260   mod.#4663R
"                       " Digital Processing Unit mod.#7325
"                       " Signal Source mod.#2180
"                        "Power Amp 3080 Pedestal
Datum Digital Clock
Texas Instruments XDS/22 Illuminator
12 Schlumberger Test Fixture Kit cases
Canoga Perkins fiber optics Bus Interface
Aerotech 1000 D.C. Permanent Magnet Servo Motor
560sq.ft. S.C.I.F.(secure compartemented information facility)3
rooms,all electronic filters,etc...
Frequency West mod.MO-109XB-17 serial 320 1435omhz
Midwest Microwave mod1044 Step Athenuator D.C. 8.0ghz
Dishes,300' wave guid,and alot more 770-726-5548-dig.pager
Ready to make Package deal !!!       770-923-5726-hm.#
Must move,any interesting trades???


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From: [e-mail] (Enno Groen)
Subject: Want diagram computer if ic706
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Hi can anyone supply me with a schematic diagram of a RS232 level
converter (Computer IF) for the ICOM radio's?
I think it must be the same as the SEASON IF they use to emulate the
Videocrypt smartcards for SKYchannel on Sat. Can anyone confirm?
Bye Enno



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From: [e-mail] (Don Breazile)
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Subject: want filters for kwood 850
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I am looking for filters for my kenwood 850. if you have some for sale,
please let me know about them
thanks and 73 Don



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From: [e-mail]
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Subject: want MARS/CAP mod for TM-733A
Date: 15 Dec 95 17:04:48 CST
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Want MARS/CAP mod for TM-733A:

Can anyone confirm that cutting the green wire W2 which is
across R411 is correct mod to enable MARS/CAP on a TM-733A?

I would rather not remove B0 (R414) which  allows TX 136-174
410-470.

73 de KC5FZR
[e-mail]


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From: Curtis Wheeler <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Want: Yaesu NC-29 Charger Diagram/Mod
Date: 18 Dec 1995 17:56:05 GMT
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Does any have a schematic for a Yaesu NC-29 rapid charger?  I lost
mine when I moved last spring.  I would like to add a switch to the
charger that will let in run in "trickle" only (essentially just
bypassing the timer) when I don't need the faster charge.

And does anyone know the NC-29's trickle charge rate?  I would assume
it's c/10 for a standard battery - 60mA?

Thanks.

--
Curtis G. Wheeler - Pleasanton, CA


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From: [e-mail] (David M. Swan)
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Subject: Wanted: low cost UHF FM receiver
Date: 21 Dec 1995 20:33:38 GMT
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I'm looking for a UHF FM receiver.  I'm fairly new to
the hobby and want to try working AO-27.  I have the
gear for the uplink, but need something for the downlink.

If you have an old receiver or scanner that you could
part with for low cost, please e-mail me at:

[e-mail]

Thanks!

73 de VE1DMS  (David)


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From: bobzito <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Wanted:A FT-530 Operators manual copy!
Date: Tue, 19 Dec 1995 20:39:29 -0800
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Wanted:A FT-530 Operators manual copy! I got the radio (used of course!)
but no operators manual! Can anybody shoot me a copy? I figured out the
basics, but it would be nice to find out the rest!
Happy Holidays!
Bob
--
<[e-mail]> (Bob Zito)


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From: [e-mail] (David Cripps)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: What equip needed for interpreting cw Morse
Date: Mon, 18 Dec 95 08:54:17 GMT
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>I'm an aspiring ham and I'm going to start "listening in".
>I'm wondering what equipment I need to get one of my computers
>to interpret morse code ?  I'm under the impression a TNC won't
>necessarily do this (though I also intend to get into packet).

I've used an AEA PK232 for a few years for packet and general SW
decoding.

The 232 does "decode" morse and automatically tracks the speed
(and it's quite strict on showing bad operating practice!) but
it is nice to hear code and watch it being decoded on screen.

Long term though, try and learn the code (I'm at about 5WPM), get
a copy of a PC morse tutor (NuMorse is good, I've had a few problems
with Supermorse) and work from there.

Good luck
73

Dave Cripps  G7IDB



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From: "Michael G. Reiney/Myra Colter" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.swap,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,pnw.forsale
Subject: WTB FRG9600 Display and (TH21AT Xtal and TT-pad)
Date: 20 Dec 1995 21:43:45 GMT
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Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:22847 pnw.forsale:22069

I meed some parts for busted radios.

Display for Yaesu FRG9600. It's a big vacuum fluorescent on the front panel bo
ard.
Consider the whole board to reduce chance of damage to display.

Recieve Crystal for Kenwood TH-21AT.  It's X2 on the schematic.  Unfortunately
,
Kenwood sought not to put the frequency on the schematic.  The frequency of
oscillation is not what's marked on the xtal, and neither are the frequency it
 needs
to be to make the radio work.  I bought it used, so don't know if it's the sto
ck
xtal.  Receive freq is about 10KHz off.  If someone has a service manual, I'd
appreciate knowing the correct frequency and part number for the crystal.

Has anyone found a way to repair the "lip" that holds the bottom of the batter
y on.
 Every TH-XXAT I've ever seen has a cracked lip.  I'm considering making a sma
ll
brass part that either stuffs down between the metal radio enclosure and the p
lastic
outer case or solders to the top shield.  Any ideas?

As I recall, the replacement case comes with a touchtone pad.  So there ought
to be
a bunch of old touchtone pads out there in junk boxes.  I'd like to try to mod
ify
one to make an encoder for a Standard C508A.  Anybody willing to part with one
?

thanks,
miker



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From: Gary Eden <[e-mail]>
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Subject: WTB HF TNC
Date: Sat, 16 Dec 1995 11:36:35 +1000
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Anyone have a second hand HF TNC for sale?

Reply to Email [e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Geoff  Barrett)
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Subject: WTB TNC
Date: 18 Dec 1995 15:46:42 GMT
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I am looking for a TNC for usse on 2 meters. Something similar to a TPC2
or 3
details to this board  [e-mail].

Geoff  VE3WP

--


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From: [e-mail] (Michael Crestohl)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: WTB: DENTRON SUPER SUPER TUNER or equivilent
Date: 20 Dec 1995 11:01:39 -0500
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I am posting this for Bill Miller, KQ4UN [phone]

He is looking for an antenna tuner that will cover 160 m and will tune
a balanced feedline (like open-wire line).  Please call him at the
number above.  Do not reply to me.  I am just posting it for Bill and
he has no access to this group or e-mail.

73,

Michael Crestohl, KH6KD/W1



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From: "Thomas W. Castle" <[e-mail]>
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Subject: WTB: IC-228H or Ic-281H
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Hi Tom here <KD4QHH>.

I have been running a Icom 228H for some time on packet, an it
really does a fine job... If someone has gone dual/band or up
graded to a different mobile; an you still have your old Icom
hanging around, let me know.

No basket cases though... I don't mind if it has some ware marks,
don't care if it has any options. You don't use much on packet.
Radio, mtg bracket, mic & manual <not really needed> would surfice.

Tnx De Tom
afn17891
KD4QHH



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From: [e-mail] (Steve Kagan)
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Subject: WTB: Option Board UT-49 for Icom SAT-series Handheld
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I am looking for the Touch-Tone (DTMF) Coded-squelch/paging board.
If you have a working UT-49 available, please e-mail me the details.

Thanks.
          Steve  N7AJP/Phoenix   [e-mail]

P.S.  I have for sale or trade a UT-51 Sub-audible-tone (CTCSS) encoder board.


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From: [e-mail] (Ed Wyspianski)
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Subject: WTD: Ramsey Multitester schematic/manual
Date: 18 Dec 1995 22:09:06 GMT
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I am looking for a schematic or tech manual for my Ramsey Digital
Multitester Model D-2100. I contacted Ramsey Electronics and they no
longer stock the manual. Photocopy okay.

Please reply to [e-mail]

Thanks.




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From: [e-mail] (John Wagner)
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Subject: Re: Yaesu 51R
Date: Tue, 19 Dec 1995 14:34:11 GMT
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On 16 Dec 1995 14:50:26 GMT Stefan Kowal <[e-mail]>
wrote:

>Yaesu 51R

>Has anyone tried modding this radio? If so how did you do it and
>what results did you get? I am particularly interested in RX at
>70Mhz. The ability to switch AM, FM across the whole of the RX
>capability also looks like a bonus.

>Stefan,  G0BJW
>CompuServe 100627,3426

I did the expanded freq mod found at http://www.qrz.com, and it works fine.
One solder jumper to remove, and it covers

110-140 RX
140-174 TX/RX
174-180 RX
420-470 TX/RX

There may be more coverage, but I haven't poked too much at the keyboard
yet.  It seems to auto select AM mode in the 110-140 band, and can be
forced to AM or FM anywhere.  Of course, the AM/FM mode selection can be
stored in a memory along with the frequency.

I don't think it covers to 70MHz, but there may be more mods to come.

Good luck, and let me know of you find other mods.
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From: [e-mail] (Mike Aust)
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Subject: Yaesu 51R
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Saw your info on FT-51R, I believe that the FT-51R will go higher than
484Mhz, even receive better, using the high side LO injection VCO
(Reserved for VHF side of the DISPLAY) if you use in UHF X UHF, rather
than VHF x VHF, my TH-78works the same way. There are TWO VCO's in the
TH78 on UHF and two VCO's on VHF.
 When listening to UHF x UHF, both UHF VCO's are working, One VCO is using
low side LO injection, the other VCO uses hi side LO injection, allowing the
sideband IF product to fall within in same IF.
 Thus one using the VHF side for UHF operation, you use high side LO injection
, and the PLL will stay in lock usually 20Mhz higher than the other VCO.
 Also, you may hear better with the higher side LO injection VCO on UHF above
490 due to higher LO drive into the mixer and image response will fall above
the desired RF frequency. When using low side Lo injection, the image falls
below your desired RF frequency. The Front end is broadband and usually rolls
off as you get above 510, so the image noise sideband does not degrade the RF
to IF noise figure as bad when your using the low side LO injection.
 I keep forgetting that a lot of hams are not engineers, but remembering this
could be helpful for you.
73
Mike



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From: [e-mail](Kevin Karamanos )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Yaesu ADMS programming; ft530; etc.
Date: 18 Dec 1995 07:28:32 GMT
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In <4b1n1o$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Jeff
Otterson) writes:
>
>Has anybody reverse engineered the ADMS-1 (FT11/41/51 programmer) box
>to see what's inside?  I'd love to know...  The FT-530 is not
>supported by this hardware; I don't know why, since it's clone port
>works with the same MH29 digital microphone.  I guess it's just a
>matter of software.  I'd like to know what the software communications
>protocol looks like.
>
>Any ideas?
>Jeff Otterson
>-------------
>[e-mail]
>Maker and user of tools
>PGP key available at http://www.mindspring.com/~otterson/pgp.htm
>

Hi Jeff,

I'll save you some time and say the FT-530 can't be programmed with
ADAMS Software.  I have talked to the FT-530 design people and it can't
easily be done and that is why no software is available.  You can
always get an FT-51R and program it with the ADMS-1B software.


73's

Kevin


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From: [e-mail] (John Wagner)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Yaesu ADMS programming; ft530; etc.
Date: Tue, 19 Dec 1995 14:34:23 GMT
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On Sun, 17 Dec 1995 18:10:08 GMT [e-mail] (Jeff Otterson)
wrote:

>Has anybody reverse engineered the ADMS-1 (FT11/41/51 programmer) box
>to see what's inside?  I'd love to know...  The FT-530 is not
>supported by this hardware; I don't know why, since it's clone port
>works with the same MH29 digital microphone.  I guess it's just a
>matter of software.  I'd like to know what the software communications
>protocol looks like.

>Any ideas?
>Jeff Otterson
>-------------
>[e-mail]
>Maker and user of tools
>PGP key available at http://www.mindspring.com/~otterson/pgp.htm


I don't think the 530 can use the ADMS software.  As for what's in the box,
there is a Maxim chip in the connector shell (one of those RS232 <-> TTL
level chips) and about 2 tiny capacitors.  That's it.
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From Unknown Thu Dec 21 20:32:30 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Mark Fellhauer)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Yaesu ADMS programming; ft530; etc.
Date: 19 Dec 1995 10:29:35 -0700
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[e-mail](Kevin Karamanos ) wrote:

>In <4b1n1o$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Jeff
>Otterson) writes:
>>
>>Has anybody reverse engineered the ADMS-1 (FT11/41/51 programmer) box
>>to see what's inside?  I'd love to know...  The FT-530 is not
>>supported by this hardware; I don't know why, since it's clone port
>>works with the same MH29 digital microphone.  I guess it's just a
>>matter of software.  I'd like to know what the software communications
>>protocol looks like.
>>
If the 530 could be supported by the ADMS kit, you can bet Yaesu would
market it for that purpose.


The ADMS box does have a few discrete components in it as well as a
small DIP, which looks to be a world modem RS232 to TTL converter, but
I could be wrong, and I havn't had the time to probe any further.

Plugging stereo headphones into the FT11 or 51 yields an odd fast
pulsing noise, which is the electronic pulse used for cloninging and
MH29 control.

An odd note on the MH29 Mic.  It too, has a "casino" mode.  This can
be accessed by turning the radio off and then turning it back on by
pressing the power and call button on the mic at the same time.  This
reaveals that the display is capable of showing a lot more than it
really does.

Also, the INI file for the ADMS unit shows some promise for some
software mods for the FT51R, but I have yet to try that out.

Mark Fellhauer
KC7BXS
[e-mail]




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From: [e-mail] (Jeff Otterson)
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Subject: Re: Yaesu ADMS programming; ft530; etc.
Date: Tue, 19 Dec 1995 22:31:33 GMT
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>I'll save you some time and say the FT-530 can't be programmed with
>ADAMS Software.  I have talked to the FT-530 design people and it can't
>easily be done and that is why no software is available.  You can
>always get an FT-51R and program it with the ADMS-1B software.

Hmmm...
   They both work with the MH29, so the data must be at least
similar...  So why won't it work?


Jeff Otterson
-------------
[e-mail]
Maker and user of tools
PGP key available at http://www.mindspring.com/~otterson/pgp.htm



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Subject: yaesu FT-10 -- Dead on Arrival!
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Just Got a New Yaesu FT-10 High Power HT
they said it was MIL Spec. compliant!

 ...It doesn't work!



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From: [e-mail] (Stephan Rashkin)
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[e-mail] (Brian Gray) wrote:

>[e-mail] wrote:
>: Just Got a New Yaesu FT-10 High Power HT
>: they said it was MIL Spec. compliant!

>:  ...It doesn't work!

> And...??

Possibly they were referring to Bill Clinton's
idea of Mil Spec..it doesn't work either..

Steve, WA2NHZ




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From: [e-mail] (Scott Rosenfeld NF3I)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Yes, Kenwood is losing it
Date: 17 Dec 1995 18:02:49 GMT
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I have had a 520 and a 530, and a beat-up 120 for a short time.

THESE were unbelievably rugged radios.

The 430 was pretty solid, and the only 930 I have played with
is the one at the U of M's shack.  It works great when it works,
but has had major failures in the past five years - three trips
into the service bay.

The 440S I was to buy from WN3K lost its display the day before
I bought it; apparently, it was a cold solder joint on one of
the surface-mount ICs.  Not an uncommon thing.

The U of M's 440 failed without even being wired to anything.
It was sitting in the back seat of a car on Field Day with
all doors open (maybe 110 degrees) and wouldn't work, even
when it had cooled off.  Occasional problems since.

WX3Q's TS-50S went back to California (at his expense) FOUR times
in the first four months of ownership.  It kept blowing the
finals, including once after a repair had been made WHILE ON
KENWOOD's TEST BENCH at 10 watts output!  Final determination:

  A cold solder joint prevented the protection circuitry from
  functioning properly.

Another gentleman claims that he and others have problems with
their 940s after a few years, like the un-graceful aging of
components makes them unstable.

I don't need any of these kinds of problems.  I won't touch any
post-1983 Kenwood amateur gear without a REALLY good reason,
and I'd be unlikely to touch any of their consumer products
as well.  Apparently, I'm not the only one who has been touched
by their soldering problems...no doubt their engineering is good,
but the execution has really stunk of late.
--
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 suburban DC  301-549-1022 (h)  301-982-1015 (w)


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From: [e-mail] (Clark Savage Turner)
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Subject: Re: Yes, Kenwood is losing it
Date: 18 Dec 1995 15:28:59 -0800
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Well, it just seems to be where you are or luck or something?
I have owned lots of Kenwood HF gear, and never had serious problems,
even with Kenwood Service, who have always treated me pretty
well.

I've owned the TS 520, 530, 430, 440, 690, 940 (early serial number).
I have the 440 after about three years still on my shelf because
it has been a very solid performer, and I can't bear to let it
go.  The 940 is off in a friend's shack, working away very well,
keeping our friendship going, hi hi.  I swapped the 940 and an
amplifier for the Ten Tec OMNI VI, and am generally impressed
enough that Kenwoods will not be coming into my shack, but it is
not because of reliability problems.

On the other hand, I have had a reliable FT 890 from Yaesu.  Never
had an Icom HF, but had horrible treatment from the factory with
reliability problems with the old IC-2AT....two of them in series,
and swore off that brand (though I realize that is an emotional
reaction, since I see many Icoms performing fine.)

I don't know what the bottom line is.  I do know many who swear
at Kenwoods, rather than by them.  I know far more that swear
by them, including some rather demanding sorts.  I have heard more
complaints regarding Kenwood service than other stuff, and have
personal experience with a friend that leads me not to trust them
much right now.  I do a lot of my own work, when it doesn't get
too complicated, I figure that is part of the fun of the hobby,
hi hi.

Clark
WA3JPG



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Subject: Re: Yes, Kenwood is losing it
Date: Tue, 19 Dec 1995 15:17:19 -0500
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On 17 Dec 1995, Scott Rosenfeld NF3I wrote:

> Another gentleman claims that he and others have problems with
> their 940s after a few years, like the un-graceful aging of
> components makes them unstable.
>
I had a 940S for five years with no problems.  One day the power output
dropped to zero.  Ham Radio Outlet charged me $600 to repair.  They
turned it on and it worked for about 10 minutes and blew up again.  I
called in my insurance company and got $2100 for the radio; I donated
the radio.  I bought an FT1000 and it's been a good radio for the last 5
years.  I'm keeping my fingers crossed.


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From: [e-mail] (DAVE M . SCHERTZER)
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Subject: $$$ Buyers B E W A R E - VE7-EXG $$$  !!!!!!!!!!
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When buying New/Used equip from Frank be sure you
perform an operational check on the equip. Be sure
and verify that ALL of the options that he says are
"installed" are actually in the equip in question.

I bought a Icom V68 HT in which he told me the CTCSS
tone board was installed. I took his word as a fellow
ham. To my dismay, I later discovered that NO CTCSS was
installed!!!

When I contacted Frank he was very rude and told me that I
should have known better and that CTCSS was an option, not
standard. I knew that it was an option and specifically
asked if it was installed as the radio was useless to me
without the option. He told me it was installed!!!

Franks told me that If I wanted any refund that  would have
meet him in Burnaby BC, a 6hr drive from my location. Not much
of a solution, eh?

So,take this into consideration if you are thinking about making
a purchase from Frank.


 de  VE7-LFA/W7






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add ham-equip



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From: [e-mail] (Fred)
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Subject: ...TEKTRONIX OSCILLOSCOPE...
Date: Mon, 25 Dec 95 19:23:53 GMT
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I have a TEKTRONIX model 2215 scope for sale. It is a 60mhz bandwidth and dual

trace with dual time bases giving you 4 traces to look at. It has delayed
sweep and many other features. I paid $1400 + for it and I will sell it for
$750. Got into computers and haven't had a need for it. Fred


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From: [e-mail] (Robert J. Carpenter)
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Subject: 1000 Pardons, 1000 PARDONS
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  Someone has posted my private messages to him to the entire World (or at
least this group).  I certainly DIDN'T intend that my off-hand comments
about ICOM America be spread to the entire world.  I'd do that myself if I
felt it desirable.  Please accept my apologies and I certainly hope that
this will never happen again.

             ---------- READ THIS NOTICE ! ---------
  I repeat what I have said many times: The IC-706 performs very
satisfactorily within ALL the ham bands where I have used it.  My
complaints concern its performance on other VHF frequencies.  Even without
this "bonus" coverage (and much can be restored with a simple mod), the
IC-706 is an amazing little rig.
             ---------------------------------------

  Again, I regret that my private comments were broadcast to the world.

    73 de Bob  w3otc




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From: [e-mail] (JDY18)
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Subject: 2-meter rig suggestions?
Date: 27 Dec 1995 06:07:51 -0500
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Hi - I've been thinking about a new 2-meter FM rig to use as a base
station. I would use this mostly for packet, and some phone. I'd like
something with a dedicated TNC jack (so I don't have to keep switching mic
plugs) and also something that will be able to run 9600 baud packet.
Suggestions would be appreciated.

73 de Jay,
KD2L


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Subject: 2m/220 HT, ICOM or STANDARD??
Date: 24 DEC 95 11:02:34
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Who makes the better 2m/220MHZ HT, Icom or Standard??

thanks,
Ken  N1KK


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From: [e-mail] (BOB ALBERT)
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Subject: Re: 5$ Mod. For Dead HT Batts!
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Tony, that will work, but there is one thing wrong.  Don't tell people
to dispose of their dead HT batteries!  They should send them to me, as
I can bring them back to life.  I have done so many times, and don't
need to go through building a power supply.

Incidentally, if the HT can't handle 12V, just get a regulator with a
lower rating; they are available in many values.

73 DE K6DDX


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From: [e-mail] (Brian Williams)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: 5$ Mod. For Dead HT Batts!
Date: 23 Dec 1995 01:06:34 GMT
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In article <4bcqqm$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...

>If you don't intend to rebuild your HT batteries, here's another great
>option!  It provides  +12 Volts D.C.*,  FULLY REGULATED!  to your portable
>tranceiver or scanner from your car battery!  All parts should be about
>$5!  It's a very easy project that should take less than one hour.

>This  method will provide  12* volts, FULLY REGULATED  to protect your HT,
>no matter what.  The regulator also protects from voltage "spikes" and dead
>shorts on the output.
>***Important!  Any questions, please EMAIL me direct:  [e-mail]
>Enjoy!  Tony Cardenas  WA6IGJ

Hey Tony,

Thanks for your article, however, the output is typically 2 volts below
the input voltage (per ECG spec sheets), therefore, voltage when the
battery is charged (while driving) will be close to 13.8volts and give
an output of 11.8 typical.  If the engine is stopped, the voltage will
be closer to 10 to 10.5 volts.  It does not provide "12 volts ... no
matter what".  Other than that, it is a good way to go.  Also, care
should be taken with the heat sink as it can get VERY hot.

Brian N6ZAU



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From: [e-mail] (Roland Geter sr)
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Subject: Re: Advice on R-7 and grounding( 2nd floor shack)
Date: 25 Dec 1995 10:57:03 GMT
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It's not clear how much power you are using but if you are using over 200
watts or so I do strongly suggest that you use ONE ground strap as short
as possible directly straight down from the rig with the longest ground
rod available.

Use a couple low pass filters maybe one between the Transmitter and
Antenna Tuner and if necessary an additional one between any Exciter and
Amplifier.  Have a Television nearby to check how clean you signal is or
listen to you own Stereo System, Telephones, etc. for any problems.

I have a second story shack also at full legal power and have always used
the Artificial Ground Tuner made by MFJ even on my past first floor
shacks with good short grounds.   The manufacturer advices that the
subject tuner acts as a counterpoise needing no direct ground connection
just a cut wire of a certain wavelength.   They also advise, and I use,
the unit wired in series with the best direct ground I can make then
follow the rather detailed but simple tuning instructions.   Again
listening to your own electronic devices within your home helps
tremendously.

I would be interested in knowing what you intended to accomplish with so
many unattached ground rods straps around your antenna mast.  I'm sure
you were reading something that gave you the idea.

Hope this helps.
-
  ROLAND S GETER SR
       WB6LNA
  [e-mail]




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Subject: Aero Vhf Rx Manual Wanted
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Is there anyone that can help me in finding the
manual (with diagram) of the aeronautical VHF tube
receiver model IA/R-2/GRC-3?
This receiver was manufactured in Italy in the 60s
by Marelli and Philips, as far as I know.
Thank you
                                Carlo


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From: [e-mail] (Brian Williams)
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Subject: Re: Alinco DX-70?
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In article <4bc68n$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>
>All the recent Alinco bashing aside, can anyone...
>73,
>Todd
>N9MWB

Are you kidding?  "Alinco bashing" as you call it looks more like
"Alinco Praise".  Over 90 percent of the comments are positive ones.
Brian
N6ZAU



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Subject: Re: Alinco Radios Are "Not" Junk
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I bought a dj580 three years ago and have used it for my HT, my mobile in
my car, my street bike motorcycle, my portable packet with a laptop and
also carry it around while riding on my dirt bike motorcycle and mountain
bike in addition to carrying it around while hiking and rock climbing.

I'd say that this radio has been put to the test and has faired quite
well.  My wife got her ticket last year and we decided to get another
Alinco.  My opinion is that they are quite durable and feature packet for
the money.

--
Cya l8er...                                         -=lArRy=-




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From: [e-mail] (Joe Landis - Systems & Network Mgr)
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Subject: Re: Alinco Radios Are "Not" Junk
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The only chronic problem that I'm aware of with Alinco radios is that the
antenna jacks on the hand helds seem to loosen up. 3 guys in our club have had
this happen. Thats 3 out of 4 radios. I have an old Alinco UHF mobile
(ALR-72T). Only problem I have ever had with it was that it reset itself once.
YMMV
Joe - AA3GN
--
Joe Landis - Systems and Network Manager - North American Drager - Telford, PA
[e-mail]                        ..speaking only for myself, of course..


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Subject: Re: Alinco Radios Are Junk
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In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] write
s...
>homework - Do not let the SOMEWHAT cheaper price trick you into making
>a very bad purchase - The quality of the product is very poor - Go to your

Well, you had to know this was coming...

Alinco DR570 dual band, bought about 3 years ago. ZERO problems with the radio
itself, which is installed in my truck. It's in a spot where the heat from the
heater cooks it some, so every morning and evening these days it gets temp
cycled from 10-20F to maybe 80-90F. It's been this way since I bought it. I've
been inside the radio to do the so-called mod, and it's all nice clean surface
mount in there. I didn't see any poor quality construction to speak of.

Now the mic is another story. Cheap piece of plastic junk. I've had to chop of
f
both ends of the mic cord and re-wire due to intermittant failures. I guess
someone at the factory yanks the crap out of the mike cords and breaks the
wires inside. The hanger thingy on the back of the mic fell off, because they
were too cheap to put a lockwasher, or a dot of locktite, on the screw.

The one imported brand I've seen and heard of many failures from is NOT Alinco
.

==============================================================================
Tom Randolph  N1OOQ  NE-QRP 419  QRP-L 87  ARRL      [e-mail]
==============================================================================


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From: Rick Tressler <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Alinco Radios Are Junk
Date: 20 Dec 1995 13:29:10 GMT
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Occasionally, a radio we buy doesn't work  as we expected.  It gets sent back
to the factory, gets
repaired and occasionally may come back with more problems than i it left with
.  Maybe some other
ham friends had simliar experiences with the same model or other models within
 the same brand.
Welcome to high tech everyone.  It's a machine for crying out loud, therefore
it's going to break
once in a while.

All these manufacturers over time have had some  problems with their  design o
peration, warranty
and other facets of the products.  Just because a couple of Alinco radios brea
k, doesen't
necessarily indicate the entire company's product line is a piece of crap.  We
 take a chance every
time we buy a piece of gear, albeit a small one.

I have a DJ-180T that's 4+ years old.  It's been dropped, slammed and generall
y well used for that
period of time.  Problems?  A loose antenna connector.  I rest my case.



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From: Paul Christensen <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: FT-1000D Noise Blanker
Date: 22 Dec 1995 14:42:26 GMT
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[e-mail] wrote:
>>   [e-mail] (John S. Hill) writes:
>>  I recently upgraded to an FT-1000D after my much loved and highly
>>  tweaked TS-930 took a lightning hit. I have been satisfied with the
>>  FT-1000D despite it not having the IRCI filters my 930 had but the
>>  noise blanker seems to not function nearly as well as I expected.
>>  My 930 would nearly eliminate an S-7 line noise problem, though like
>>  many rigs it was succeptable to overload by strong adjacent signals.
>>  On the other hand, the FT-1000D barely drops the line noise by half
This has not been my experience.  With an S-9 level of line noise at my
location, my FT-1000D noise blanker completely attenuates the noise down
to the atmospheric noise floor.  The source of my noise appears to be a
faulty nearby street lamp photocell circuit.  In any event, the noise is
eliminated with the control setting near it's minimum position.

-Paul, N9AZ


>>  an S unit. It doesn't matter whether I use the wide or narrow noise
>>  blanker mode. Anyone else care to comment on their FT-1000D's noise
>>  blanker performance? Thanks in advance.
>>
>>
>>  John S. Hill, NJ0M
>>  Product Engineer
>>  Timewave Technology
>>  [e-mail]
>>
>>>>>
>I too find the noise blanker on my FT-1000 of questionable value.  I also fin
d there is
>audo distortion with high signal levels. Do you have this problem?  Other wis
e all seem
>very good.
>
>73/Jim/AC4CZ




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From: [e-mail] (Allen Skaggs)
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I have read all of the opinions and have decided that Alinco will be on my
purchase list over others. Maybe you just got one bad radio or some losy
service or somthing.
--
==============================================================================
Allen Skaggs, Grove City, OH.
Packet Radio Address: NV8R@W8CQK.#CMH.OH.USA.



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From: [e-mail] (Jens Madsen)
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Subject: Alinco DJ-G5E dual band handheld radio
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I have a DJ-G5E also!
I like it's scanning function, easy to operate because it has big bottons.
It work fine on 1200 baud packet.

73 de OZ2JMA , Jens



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From: [e-mail] (ZaaX)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Alinco DR-MO6T or Azden 6mt any good
Date: 21 Dec 1995 21:32:43 -0500
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I would be interested in any comments on the Alinco DR-Mo6T or Azden
PCS-7500H 6 meter rigs. Any info will be greatly appreciated.

73 Zack
N8FNR


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[e-mail] (Todd Little) wrote:

>All the recent Alinco bashing aside, can anyone relate any experiences
>with the new Alinco DX-70?  A local ham here is looking for a new HF
>rig and wouldn't mind also getting on 6 meters.  I'd love to hear any
>comments positive or negative that I could relay to him.

Hi Todd,

I have had my DX-70 for abt 4 months now and love it.  The noise
blanker stinks but I am told that Alinco has a fix and all I have to
do is ship it up to them for the mods.  I use it both mobile and fixed
and it performs well.  Fixed on 6 meters is a hoot and I have had a
ball on this "new OLD band".  I can recommend it highly.


BTW,  I have the split cable and run the rig separated ...  Great in
the car and handy in the shack.  I velcro'ed the head to the console
above my FT990 and can monitor whatever I like.  Also works nice to
receive RS-12 with the 990 Xmitter.

Have fun & GL

cdn


         C. Dean Norris, Esq.
      Amateur Radio Station K7NO
      e-mail to [e-mail]



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From: mike behrent <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: Alinco Radios Are Junk
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I own a Alinco 590 and have had no trouble with it in all the time
I've had it. It's a good reliable rig and has no problem with intermod
at all hooked up to my Ringo antenna where my Kenwood TH77A picks up
noise from the local mill's paging system with it's duckie antenna.
As with anything, there's lemons that show up now and then but my
Alinco has yet to have any trouble.
                       73 de N9NCR
                           Mike Behrent




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From: Thomas  Brockdorf AA9IS <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: Alinco Radios Are Junk
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[e-mail] wrote:
>Please - take some advice - if anyone is considering purchasing
>a radio for the holidays do not buy an Alinco without some serious
>homework - Do not let the SOMEWHAT cheaper price trick you into making
>a very bad purchase - The quality of the product is very poor - Go to your
>local dealer and take a look at the workmanship of a ICOM vs the
>Alinco
>
>Ask some experience ELMERS about the Alinco track history
>(it has not changed in the last couple of years) - The mechanical and
>electrical design of these radios are very poor - It is worth the extra
>money for the better quality and support.  A couple of years after the
>purchase you will be a much happier person.
>
>Just venting some emotions about Alinco products after a friend
>was considering a DR 600 mobile (the ad and price where nice) - I did
>convience him of NOT making the purchase and he bought a Kenwood
>
>Good Luck
>Armond Hall
>AC4NL

I strongly disagree with you on your opinion on Alinco.
I have owned an Alinco DJ580T HT for over two years now. I take
it everywhere with me. I have never had a problem with it, and
find it to be an excellent radio. It is one of the most intermod
resistant radios around. I have never picked up pager
interference on it, like some of my other radios. It also has
excellent rich sounding audio. It also included features that you
must purchase separately on other radios (CTCSS decode ect).

73 de Thomas AA9IS




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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
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Subject: Re: Alinco Radios Are Junk
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   [e-mail] (Watts) wrote:

>My friend has a Kenwood dual band, a 731 I think.
      <<snip>>
>I was aghast at the poor cleaning of the finished circuit boards,
>there was flux everywhere.

That's interesting.  Their audio gear was like that too.  I wouldn't
think the two lines would be produced at the same plant.  Maybe
they leave the flux on for extra insulation?  ;)

73,
Jack  WB3U


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Subject: Re: Alinco Radios Are Junk
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   [e-mail] (Stephan Rashkin) wrote:

>...I will not buy another Kenwood and pay for their mistakes...

I have one I'd like to sell.  If you're interested, I'll throw
the mistakes in for free.  :)

73,
Jack  WB3U


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From: [e-mail] (Jim Weir)
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Subject: Re: Alinco Radios Are Junk
Date: Mon, 25 Dec 1995 19:04:20 GMT
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[e-mail] wrote:

>Please - take some advice
[snip in consideration of bandwidth]

A little off direct point, but here we go with the bitching and
moaning of an RF engineer who has been making this stuff for almost
thirty years.

Everybody wants a thousand memory channels, five hundred odd-split
memories, a digital clock with five time zones, an alarm that warns
you of an impending anniversary, and puts out half a kilowatt on a
single AA cell (rechargeable).

When the manufacturer shoehorns all that crap into the matchbox-sized
case you wanted by dint of little tiny parts with little tinier solder
joints and littlelittle itsybitsy wires connecting the boards
together, it is going to fail.  The more parts, the better the odds it
is going to crap out, and if you want to know just how soon, go
through the following math:  Figure each part has 99.9% reliability
for a ten-thousand hour life.  Figure two thousand parts in the little
booger and you find that roughly 15% of the radios will make it to the
ten thousand hour point.  85% of them will have crapped out somewhere
along the line.  99.9% @ 10,000 hours, by the way, is one hell of a
reliability to ask of ANY component, much less one that is beat up,
slammed down, twisted round, and generally given about as much care as
the average trash can.

What's the answer?  Demand radios that do what you want --
communicate.  PL?  Of course.  Memories?  How many of you use ten, no
less twenty, and sure as hell not a hundred.  A couple of watts for a
HT and twenty watts for a mobile?  Sounds about right.  Asking for
more is asking for less reliability.  It ain't rocket science -- the
equation for reliability is well known.

Back when I was fixing TVs to work my way for high school prom money,
Zenith had an ad campaign showing all the parts it could take out of
their TV sets and still have the TV "work".  Whenever we got a Z in
for repair (and we did, on a regular basis) we always said that if
they hadn't put all those damned parts in, they wouldn't have failed
and taken out the rest of the circuit when they did so.

My engineering paragon has always been the engineer back at Old Man
Muntz' shop that designed a TV set with five (count em, five) vacuum
tubes.  Each tube did about half a dozen jobs in a Muntz by a clever
scheme of bypassing and coupling, and I'll be damned if those old
Muntz sets didn't have the best reliability of the bunch.

KISS and BURP.

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 [phone]   |
[e-mail]  AR Adv WB6BHI  CFI A&G/Comml Inst A&G/A&P/C-182A N73CQ



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Subject: Re: Alinco Radios Are Junk
Date: 25 Dec 1995 15:46:11 GMT
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I read your message about your Alinco DR600 with it's software
glitches in remote control mode. I have one that would display
the wrong frequency after turning off crossband mode from an
HT. Just out of curiosity, what kind of problems are you
experiencing?

Thanks in advance....
Thomas Martin (N5ZNO)
[e-mail]




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Kenwood is definately guilty of sending out different models of
radios with the same problem. I know several people with
Kenwoods that have the old problem with the display going
haywire and also several friends have the problem with the top
row of mic buttons not working correctly. (intermittant short).

Thomas Martin (N5ZNO)
[e-mail]




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From: [e-mail] (Scott Rosenfeld NF3I)
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I have a pair of DR-1200T's (one in each car), and old ALR-206T,
and a DX-70T.  The DX-70T had a bad trace on the itsy bitsy CTCSS
encoder board that was repaired by the repair center.

One DR-1200 has been used daily for over two years for packet and
then in my car; the other one has been used for a few years on a
lighter schedule.  Also had a DJ-580T for about a year.  No problems
on any except the DX-70.  Build quality seems typically Japanese.
--
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 suburban DC  301-549-1022 (h)  301-982-1015 (w)


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Hi all

Does anyone have any experience with the Maritron AL811X 600W HF Linear?
I am very interested to know.
--
Coen Waasdorp
PA0COE


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Subject: Re: Ameritron AL811X
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   Coen Waasdorp <[e-mail]> wrote:

>Hi all
>
>Does anyone have any experience with the Maritron AL811X 600W HF
Linear?
>I am very interested to know.

Can't tell you much about that specific amplifier, but I use an old
Gonset with (4) 811A's.  These tubes easily output 1KW peak on SSB and
700-800 watts CW.  They last a very long time and they're cheap.

As for Ameritron, I constantly run into folks on the air using their
amplifiers.  I've yet to hear anything but good about the products and
the company.

73,
Jack  WB3U


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ALPHA 76A HF LINEAR AMP...$1200.00 OR TRADE FOR ROLEX WATCH......



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From: [e-mail] (Mikhail Teterin)
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Xref: news.epix.net rec.radio.amateur.equipment:23122 rec.radio.amateur.misc:96130 rec.radio.shortwave:67982

Some time ago, I asked here for suggestions on how ot get European
(Eastern European) stations in USA (Boston). Quite a few people
tried to help, with directions on how to make an antenna for my
Sony ICF-SW7600G (FM stereo/SW/MW/LW, PLL synthesized world band
receiver).  As time shows, I can not follow their recomendations
myself ): I am not a radio specialist personally. So, I guess, I'll
need to buy an antenna and enjoy fruits like warranty and technical
support (: Here I am with the <subject>...  Thank you very much!

        -mi (Please, CC to [e-mail])
--
        "Has anyone seen my brain around?"



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Subject: Any mods for the Icom IC 2350H
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Does anyone know of any mods for the new Icom Ic 2350H dual band mobile ?

Thanks   [e-mail]


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From: "Michael G. Reiney" <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Atlas 210X power output Question
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I have an Atlas 210X that works fine on 40 meters and up.  On 75 meters, I can
 only
get about 40W out of it.
I hypothesize that if the high freq power out is ok, the transistors are good.
The 80M filters are not tunable, so they've probably not been tweeked.
Ideas?

The only thing I can think of is that one of the broadband transformers in the
 final
have a cracked core and insufficient inductance to get to 80M.  They look ok.
 I
don't have any idea how to check it out without disassembling the transformer
and
checking each core.  High risk of breaking something.

Any guidance would be appreciated.  I do have access to equipment, GHz scope,
spectrum analyzer etc.  Don't be shy with wild test ideas.

thanks, miker



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From: [e-mail] (Bruce Lane)
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Subject: ATTN: All those posting For-Sale and WTB's in here...
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        Folks, there is an alternative to clogging what I thought was supposed to be
a technical discussion group with FS's and WTB's.

        Specifically, check out rec.radio.swap. It's nothing -but- ads for radios and

related gear. Seems to me those of you either looking to move stuff, or pick
it up, would have better luck there.

        So how about it?

73, de WD6EOS...

==Bruce
([e-mail])



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From: [e-mail] (David Kazdan Md)
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In a previous article, [e-mail] (Jeff Kilgore) says:

>In article <4a2h30$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Jay Hil
lgen) writes:
>|> Gary Borich <[e-mail]> writes:
>|>
>|>
>|> >As a resident of Austin. Texas, who has unfortunately frequented Austin
>|> >Amateur Radio Suppy, I can attest first hand to their surly, impatient,
>|> >and at times down right abrasive attitude.  As a ham for over 40 years,
>|> >I can not ever remember being treated so rudely when asking specific
>|> >questions about an impending purchase.
>|>
>|> WOW!  In the past few years, I've spent about $1200 at this establishment
and
>|> found that their people were friendly and helpful.  As I'm in New Jersey,
I was
>|> never a walk-in customer if that makes any difference.  At least over the
>|> phone, I've had no problems with them.
>|>                                             Jay
>|>                                            N2OTK
>|>
>|>
>|>
>|>
>
>I have spent a few thousand at AARS in the last couple of years, and have
>always received friendly service. I have no complaints, and will return
>there in the future. YMMV, of course.
>
>Jeff, KC1MK
>


Vote here is positive--I have had excellent service from AARS.  So has my
father.


                --David
--
David Kazdan, M.D., Ph.D      [e-mail]; Amateur Radio: AD8Y
Anesthesiologist,
Whitacre Department of Anesthesiology, Meridia Huron Hospital,
     East Cleveland, Ohio


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FYI -

Sounds like the person reporting this less than pleasant
experience with Austin Amateur Radio was in the minority
of customers doing business with this dealer.Most of these
ham stores employ individuals who are paid
near minimum wages with little or no fringes. As a result,
you may encounter a salesperson who doesn't give a "da_n" because they know
they're just putting in time until something better comes along.
If I received this type of "arrogant, surly" treatment I
would definitely notify the manager who may not be aware
this individual is treating customers this way.If enough
people complain, chances are he won't be there next time
you frequent this store.  There are
too many chain ham stores who will gladly take your money
and give you excellent service. Its a buyer's market and
you deserve to be treated with the same respect you would
get as a customer in any other business.

My 2c, from someone who's bought a lot of gear over the
years,
Bob Needleman, KD4ZN

[e-mail] (David Kazdan Md) wrote:
>
>
> In a previous article, [e-mail] (Jeff Kilgore) says:
>
> >In article <4a2h30$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Jay H
illgen) writes:
> >|> Gary Borich <[e-mail]> writes:
> >|>
> >|>
> >|> >As a resident of Austin. Texas, who has unfortunately frequented Austin

> >|> >Amateur Radio Suppy, I can attest first hand to their surly, impatient,

> >|> >and at times down right abrasive attitude.  As a ham for over 40 years,

> >|> >I can not ever remember being treated so rudely when asking specific
> >|> >questions about an impending purchase.
> >|>
> >|> WOW!  In the past few years, I've spent about $1200 at this establishmen
t and
> >|> found that their people were friendly and helpful.  As I'm in New Jersey
, I was
> >|> never a walk-in customer if that makes any difference.  At least over th
e
> >|> phone, I've had no problems with them.
> >|>                                           Jay
> >|>                                          N2OTK
> >|>
> >|>
> >|>
> >|>
> >
> >I have spent a few thousand at AARS in the last couple of years, and have
> >always received friendly service. I have no complaints, and will return
> >there in the future. YMMV, of course.
> >
> >Jeff, KC1MK
> >
>
>
> Vote here is positive--I have had excellent service from AARS.  So has my
> father.
>
>
>               --David
> --
> David Kazdan, M.D., Ph.D      [e-mail]; Amateur Radio: AD8Y
> Anesthesiologist,
> Whitacre Department of Anesthesiology, Meridia Huron Hospital,
>      East Cleveland, Ohio



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From: [e-mail] (Rhyolite95)
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Subject: Re: Cellular Phone Radio
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It probably DOES work. He says it only works a short distance so I expect
that the recievers are having a spurious response to overload. The
transmitters are probably blowing right around the duplexer and mixing
with noise in the logic board.


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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Circuits vs Code?
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   [e-mail] (Todd Little) wrote:

>Given the latest flap or debate about source code in QST construction
>articles, I'd like to hear a logical argument for keeping source code
>private.  Several of us have asked and I've yet to hear a good
>explanation of how code differs from a circuit design?  Would QST
>consider publishing a construction article that contained a black
>box, only available from the author (even if at minimal cost), that was
>the major part of the project?

The difference between code and circuitry can be reduced to a single
question - will the reader be prevented from completing the project?
If the missing ingredient is source code, the answer is "no", even
though completion may require significant saavy on the reader's part.
However, if the missing component is a "black box", the answer is
"yes", because there is no systematic method by which the reader can
construct the device.

>The effort and skills that go into a good circuit design are at
>least the same or greater than that which go into implementing
>some program.  Yet I can find volumes and volumes of circuit designs
>applicable to and developed by amateurs. In the area of software,
>the pickings are mighty slim.

If you examine both the origin and the inherent characteristics of
each, you will see that this is the natural state for these two
resources as they relate to Amateur Radio.

New circuitry, at least complex circuitry, is nearly always designed
for industry at a profit.  Once that profit is taken, or at least the
use of the circuitry assured, the Amateur community (which does not
compete with the originator) benefits from the publication and use of
the technology.  Further, the technology is generally transferable to
Amateur use with little or no modification.

As you say, it also takes considerable effort and skill to write
software.  And like hardware, it is usually designed for industry for
profit.  Unlike hardware though, it is not readily transportable
to Amateur use.  For instance, a complex program designed to guide
a robotic arm that assembles VCR's isn't likely to find much use,
as-is, in our work.  Sure, bits and pieces may be useful as
subroutines, but that still means considerable work is involved in
completing a working program.  Industry isn't paying for it this
time though, so a version suitable for our hobby is never written.

>Personally as a software developer I believe this is stiffling amateur
>advances in many areas as more and more things become software
>based instead of hardware based.  If this trend continues, the sharing
>of ideas and learning from others that have been a hallmark of this
>service will suffer.

You're right, and I think it's inevitable unless someone either pays
industrial rates for the information published in QST, or forces the
industries we support to provide it.  After all, look at where Amateur
technical articles and advances have traditionally come from. If you go
back to the 40's, 50's and 60's, you find that many contributors were
employees of Amateur equipment manufacturers, and that those
manufacturers considered it good press to have those articles published.
Sure, they knew some hams would build their own, but they also knew that
the majority would come to them to buy the product.

Now, look at the situation today.  The manufacturers produce equipment
and designs that one in a thousand couldn't duplicate.  And, whether
they publish articles about circuitry advances or not, hams will buy
their products.  In fact, they've learned that they have a captive
audience, and that the majoriy of hams don't care.

I don't have a solution to all this, but I do know that complaining
about the technology we *don't* receive is like telling the FCC that
it's inconvenient traversing such large amounts of free spectrum.  If
the ARRL as a matter of policy refuses to publish any article that
doesn't contain source code, we will lose not only the code, but the
circuitry as well.

BTW, aren't these Code - No Code threads supposed to be posted on
R.R.A.Policy?   :)

73,
Jack  WB3U


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From: [e-mail] (Todd Little)
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Subject: Circuits vs Code?
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Given the latest flap or debate about source code in QST construction
articles, I'd like to hear a logical argument for keeping source code
private.  Several of us have asked and I've yet to hear a good
explanation of how code differs from a circuit design?  Would QST
consider publishing a construction article that contained a black
box, only available from the author (even if at minimal cost), that was
the major part of the project?  The effort and skills that go into a
good circuit design are at least the same or greater than that which
go into implementing some program.  Yet I can find volumes and
volumes of circuit designs applicable to and developed by amateurs.
In the area of software, the pickings are mighty slim.  How many
satellite tracking programs are there out there?  Yet the only sources
I think I've seen are for the N3EMO sources for an extremely rudimentary
tracking program.

Personally as a software developer I believe this is stiffling amateur
advances in many areas as more and more things become software
based instead of hardware based.  If this trend continues, the sharing
of ideas and learning from others that have been a hallmark of this
service will suffer.

So again, why the difference in view between circuit design and
source code?

73,
Todd
N9MWB



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Subject: Re: Circuits vs Code?
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In article <[e-mail]>
[e-mail] (WB3U) wrote:

>    [e-mail] (Todd Little) wrote:
>
>>Given the latest flap or debate about source code in QST construction
>>articles, I'd like to hear a logical argument for keeping source code
>>private.  Several of us have asked and I've yet to hear a good
>>explanation of how code differs from a circuit design?  Would QST
>>consider publishing a construction article that contained a black
>>box, only available from the author (even if at minimal cost), that was
>>the major part of the project?
>
> The difference between code and circuitry can be reduced to a single
> question - will the reader be prevented from completing the project?
> If the missing ingredient is source code, the answer is "no", even
> though completion may require significant saavy on the reader's part.
> However, if the missing component is a "black box", the answer is
> "yes", because there is no systematic method by which the reader can
> construct the device.

How is the code any different from the black box?  Without the code,
one either has to rely on the creator of the code to provide it
in non-human readable form, i.e., binary image, or re-invent the
wheel.  The  first case is no different than having to get an epoxied
circuit from the creator.  The second case is also like the black
box, i.e., you know what it's supposed to do, now go figure it out
yourself.  Seems like that runs counter to the purpose of publishing
construction articles, unless their real purpose is just to prove
that it can be done.  My impression though was that they are meant
to be reproducible by the average amateur and usable as a basis
for further experimentation.  I certainly know that I've learned a lot
about simple transciever design from Roy Lewallen's and Zack
Lau's published designs.  If major portions of their circuits were only
available as embedded in epoxy modules, with only a description
of what they do, not how they did it, would I have learned as much?

Software code without source *is* a black box by definition.  You are
only told what goes  into and out of the box and what the box is
supposed to do.  You aren't given any knowledge about the inner
workings of the  box.  That's the definition of a "black box" in most
design lingo I've ever encountered.

>>The effort and skills that go into a good circuit design are at
>>least the same or greater than that which go into implementing
>>some program.  Yet I can find volumes and volumes of circuit designs
>>applicable to and developed by amateurs. In the area of software,
>>the pickings are mighty slim.
>
> If you examine both the origin and the inherent characteristics of
> each, you will see that this is the natural state for these two
> resources as they relate to Amateur Radio.
>
> New circuitry, at least complex circuitry, is nearly always designed
> for industry at a profit.  Once that profit is taken, or at least the
> use of the circuitry assured, the Amateur community (which does not
> compete with the originator) benefits from the publication and use of
> the technology.  Further, the technology is generally transferable to
> Amateur use with little or no modification.

But that isn't the source of most amateur construction articles that
I've seen in QST.  The articles in QST are at such a primative level
that few manufacturers would even consider them.  There is nothing
wrong with that, but I don't buy the argument that commercial
designs filter down to be discovered by the amateur.  As you said,
the commercial designs tend to be far to complex for the average
amateur to deal with.  The software we're talking about here is not
in that league, i.e., too complex to be usable to the average amateur.

> As you say, it also takes considerable effort and skill to write
> software.  And like hardware, it is usually designed for industry for
> profit.  Unlike hardware though, it is not readily transportable
> to Amateur use.  For instance, a complex program designed to guide
> a robotic arm that assembles VCR's isn't likely to find much use,
> as-is, in our work.  Sure, bits and pieces may be useful as
> subroutines, but that still means considerable work is involved in
> completing a working program.  Industry isn't paying for it this
> time though, so a version suitable for our hobby is never written.

This only true in certain cases and only because the software industry
currently allows it.  In any case, since I don't believe circuit designs
percolate down from industry to amateur tinkerer, I likewise don't
believe that software designs would also do that.  Also, simply
because most of the software industry is still treating software
development as a garage shop activity, that doesn't mean the amateur
community needs to do the same.  If the ARRL (or any other interested
body such as AMSAT) were to sit down and define the software
building block interfaces (not their implementations), then amateurs
all around the world could contribute in piecemeal fashion.  Instead,
little code is shared with the rest of the amateur community, and what
is shared is shareable, i.e., isn't meant to be reused as it has no standard
interfaces.  Imagine a large class library of things like orbits, antennas,
terrain models, circuits, etc.  It *is* possible to do.  Simply look at the GN
U
project for an example of how very high quality state of the art software
can be developed primarily by volunteers and available in source form
at no cost.

> BTW, aren't these Code - No Code threads supposed to be posted on
> R.R.A.Policy?   :)

Yeah, but I thought I'd follow the example of the few boorish individuals
that continue to post those arguments in r.r.a.misc.  ;-)

73,
Todd
N9MWB



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snip
 >articles, I'd like to hear a logical argument for keeping source code
 >private.  Several of us have asked and I've yet to hear a good
 >explanation of how code differs from a circuit design?  Would QST
 >consider publishing a construction article that contained a black
 >box, only available from the author (even if at minimal cost), that was
 >the major part of the project?  The effort and skills that go into a
 >good circuit design are at least the same or greater than that which
 >go into implementing some program.  Yet I can find volumes and
 >volumes of circuit designs applicable to and developed by amateurs.
 >In the area of software, the pickings are mighty slim.  How many
This has been the point I fail to understand in this. I have asked and
and continue to wonder why the special status of software? Having written
a little code myself over the years I haver never found it ant more
diffucult than getting an analog circuit to be stable. The other thing I
have founf is that much of it is buggier than heck. And I'm sure that
many of these small outfits couldn't afford to send out revision 1 and 2
firmware. If source code was available many could fix specific segments
of code even if they didn't have the skills to write the entire program.

                                            Garry(WB0NNo)




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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
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Subject: Re: Circuits vs Code?
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   [e-mail] (W8JI  Tom) wrote:

>I think the action is determined by the goals of the publisher. If
>the goal is to encourage subscriber's to build and learn, the publisher
>will supply enough written information to complete the project. If the
>goal is to support or protect effort the writer made, important data
>will be withheld.

Hi Tom,

Are you sure those goals are mutually exclusive?  There are always
parts used in a construction project that must be purchased, rather
than fabricated.  What about an article that builds on a new IC
only available from one manufacturer?  Isn't it possible that the
IC could be homebuilt using discrete components?  Why is it
reasonable for the IC manufacturer to withold the blueprint of the
IC, but software must be disclosed?  No offense to anyone, but I
don't think this argument is based on furthering the art of Amateur
Radio.  I think it's based on what some readers percieve to be an
unnecessary expense.

>I can't image the software for the tuner is very unique. But it may
>stop good hardware people from doing the project, or software people
>from improving it!

That's really not a fair evaluation.  Good hardware people can also
be stopped because the *hardware* costs too much or is difficult
to obtain.  I'm sure many hams would like to build an 8877 linear
amplifier, but they're stonewalled by the difficulty (cost) in
obtaining the tube, socket, and other hardware.

Believe me, I don't like this situation either.  I just don't think
it's fair to single out software as an ingredient that must be given
away for free in order to make a project suitable for publication.

73,
Jack  WB3U


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From: [e-mail] (W8JI  Tom)
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Subject: Re: Circuits vs Code?
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In article <4biddm$[e-mail]>, Garry Foster <[e-mail]>
writes:

>This has been the point I fail to understand in this. I have asked and
>and continue to wonder why the special status of software? Having written

>a little code myself over the years I haver never found it ant more
>diffucult than getting an analog circuit to be stable. The other thing I
>have founf is that much of it is buggier than heck. And I'm sure that
>many of these small outfits couldn't afford to send out revision 1 and 2
>firmware. If source code was available many could fix specific segments
>of code even if they didn't have the skills to write the entire program.
>
>                                            G
Hi Gary,

There is no special point. Withholding software is exactly like
withholding any important part of the construction article. I fail to see
why software is any different than the actual circuitry or the theory
involved!

I think the action is determined by the goals of the publisher. If the
goal is to encourage subscriber's to build and learn, the publisher will
supply enough written information to complete the project. If the goal is
to support or protect effort the writer made, important data will be
withheld.

I can't image the software for the tuner is very unique. But it may stop
good hardware people from doing the project, or software people from
improving it!

73 Tom


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From: [e-mail] (Todd Little)
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Subject: Re: Circuits vs Code?
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In article <[e-mail]>
[e-mail] (WB3U) wrote:

>    [e-mail] (W8JI  Tom) wrote:
>
>>I think the action is determined by the goals of the publisher. If
>>the goal is to encourage subscriber's to build and learn, the publisher
>>will supply enough written information to complete the project. If the
>>goal is to support or protect effort the writer made, important data
>>will be withheld.
>
> Hi Tom,
>
> Are you sure those goals are mutually exclusive?  There are always
> parts used in a construction project that must be purchased, rather
> than fabricated.  What about an article that builds on a new IC
> only available from one manufacturer?  Isn't it possible that the
> IC could be homebuilt using discrete components?  Why is it
> reasonable for the IC manufacturer to withold the blueprint of the
> IC, but software must be disclosed?  No offense to anyone, but I
> don't think this argument is based on furthering the art of Amateur
> Radio.  I think it's based on what some readers percieve to be an
> unnecessary expense.

I don't understand your last statement at all.  As was pointed out in
the discussion about the tuner, the expense of the programmed chip
was only slightly more than the cost of an unprogrammed chip.  I
find it hard to believe this debate is because some people don't want
to spend an extra $5 for the programmed part when the entire project
is over $100 in parts along.  I know amateurs have a reputation for
being cheap, but that is carrying it a bit far.

As to the IC argument.  I guess if the manufacturer of the IC was
the author of an article that required one of their sole source parts,
I'd have a little bit of difficultly with that being published.  Perhaps one
could argue that if Signetics tried to publish an article about an NE602
based receiver, that it might be questionable.  The difference I would
see is that the function and construction of an NE602 is such that
other chips from other manufacturers although different, are close
enough to figure out an alternate design.  Or particularly in the case
of the NE602, how to build an oscillator base, buffer, and doubly balanced
mixer (are those all the pieces of one?) are well understood.  In the
case of software, it is generally not the case that the design of the
software is well understood.  Now I believe that in the case of the tuner
article, a flow chart or similar design model of the software was
submitted by the author but not published.  If that really is the case,
then the problem there was with the publisher (editor?) and not the author.

One other comment about  your above paragraph.  The goals/purpose
of an IC manufacturer and what is expected of them are a bit different
than the amateurs submitting articles to QST.  I don't see manufacturers
of IC's submitting articles, so what they do with their designs is completely
up to them.  Their goal is to make money from their designs.  If that is the
goal of an author submitting an article to QST, then they've choosen
the wrong avenue.  They should have gone to a manufacturer or
started a kit business on their own.  (I'm not suggesting that this was
the goal of any particular author.)

73,
Todd
N9MWB



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From: [e-mail] (W8JI  Tom)
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Subject: Re: Circuits vs Code?
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Hi Jack,

In article <[e-mail]>,
[e-mail] (WB3U) writes:

>Hi Tom,
>
>Are you sure those goals are mutually exclusive?  There are always
>parts used in a construction project that must be purchased, rather
>than fabricated.  What about an article that builds on a new IC
>only available from one manufacturer?  Isn't it possible that the
>IC could be homebuilt using discrete components?

OK, let's look at that. Suppose the manufacturer ONLY provided pin in's
and pin out's of that chip, and did the rest of the entire project. And
they gave you no hint of wow the IC handled the problem. Do I think they
should have an article printed? Heck no. It would be a self-serving
article.

> Why is it
>reasonable for the IC manufacturer to withold the blueprint of the
>IC, but software must be disclosed?

They don't do that very often. The only time they do is if is a custom IC
that they want to restrict access to so they can control it! Virtually
every chip has pin in's and pin out's, function block, and detailed specs.
If they don't and are sole sourced, they DON'T belong in a learning
article.

>No offense to anyone, but I
>don't think this argument is based on furthering the art of Amateur
>Radio.  I think it's based on what some readers percieve to be an
>unnecessary expense.

I disagree. It smells of selfishness, a lack of consideration for the
builders, and detracts from the educational value of the project. It's
fine in a consumer device, but not in a fellowship where people are
supposed to be helping each other.

>>I can't image the software for the tuner is very unique. But it may
>>stop good hardware people from doing the project, or software people
>>from improving it!
>
>That's really not a fair evaluation.  Good hardware people can also
>be stopped because the *hardware* costs too much or is difficult
>to obtain.  I'm sure many hams would like to build an 8877 linear
>amplifier, but they're stonewalled by the difficulty (cost) in
>obtaining the tube, socket, and other hardware.

There's a huge difference. The builder could select another similar tube,
and with appropriate voltage adjustments....plow right ahead. The true
analogy is more like doing a project with a complex circuit block that has
no published data. The tube is much too simple a device, so it doesn't
really compare to the micro. Besides, any tube has it's internal functions
fully defined for the public!

>Believe me, I don't like this situation either.  I just don't think
>it's fair to single out software as an ingredient that must be given
>away for free in order to make a project suitable for publication.

I sure do, they could at least include a flow chart. I think it's very
poor judgement to withold critical (or even interesting) information on a
"public project". Suppose I did a nice phased receiving loop article, and
withheld details on combining networks and phase shift systems that were
key to the system's performance. Suppose I offered the missing system
block as part of a "kit" available only from me. That's a much better
analogy. Someone else could design a new phasing block, but why not make
my work available so they had a baseline to work from? Is the object here
to get paid for our work, or to help others? If it's to get paid, they did
it the correct way. If it's to help others, they didn't.

Withholding a key area of a project shows poor consideration for the
readers. I certainly see why some people are upset.

73 Tom


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[e-mail] (WB3U) wrote:
>   [e-mail] (W8JI  Tom) wrote:


SNIP
>
>
>don't think this argument is based on furthering the art of Amateur
>Radio.  I think it's based on what some readers percieve to be an
>unnecessary expense.

>73,
>Jack  WB3U

Well Jack in my case you couldn't be more wrong if you tried real hard. I
mean the man only wants $20.00 for the programmed controller. I haven't
looked up the price of the virgin controller, but I can't imagine that I
could save $5.00 doing it myself if I had the programmer. So the problem
certianly isn't saving money. The problem is what if I spend the 150.00
and the code has problems? Or I get to much rf in and burn the dang thing
out in three years. The chip will still be available but more than likely
the author won't program it for me.

And the most important thing is that I won't learn a dang thing from this
even if I spend the $150.00 to build it. "L" networks have been covered
many times over the years. And I have been soldering for more years than
I care to remimber. However I have never studied the code for a micro
controller based auto tunner. I do have every article ever published on
auto tuners in the amateur field. And even one from a Navy publication
back in the 50's. What intrests me about this on is its lack of a phase
dectector. Allmost all the servo based tunners, and the circuit for the
Icom tuner use both phase and magnitude detectors. The lack of a phase
detector in this project concerns me. Therefore out of curiousity if
nothing more I'd like to see the logic behind this tunner.

And I can't imagine that I am the only member of the ARRL that has
similar intrests.

Oh by the way with the cost of membership these days none of us who
are members can be to cheap or we would just go to the library.

I no longer subscribe to any other publication and really miss Jim Fisk
and his great publications.

I may still order the product as the price is right. I might even
consider an additional 50 bucks for commented source code.


                                      Garry WB0NNO
                                      ARRL Member




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From: [e-mail] (W8JI  Tom)
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Subject: Re: Circuits vs Code?
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In article <4bps8r$[e-mail]>, Garry Foster <[e-mail]>
writes:

>What intrests me about this on is its lack of a phase
>dectector. Allmost all the servo based tunners, and the circuit for the
>Icom tuner use both phase and magnitude detectors. The lack of a phase
>detector in this project concerns me. Therefore out of curiousity if
>nothing more I'd like to see the logic behind this tunner.
>
>

Hi Gary,

That bothered me also. It must just take off in one direction at a guess,
and if it's wrong after several steps try the other way! The problem is if
the detector behaves the way most couplers of that style do in the real
world, it really needs a phase detector. I guess I would have paid more
attention if the software was described, who needs to see a bunch of
switched components!

The relays used (if they handle any voltage) should take between 5 to 15
mS to settle, and the rest of the circuit has to settle to the new
detector voltages. That's why the software interests me.

I go along with you on this. Everything I've done has used phase
detectors, except one medical device. But that device never went above a
3:1 load (that was the VSWR range caused by the difference between a large
round fatty female rump and and a skinny small male rear).

The point is, the circuitry isn't anything novel. How the guy gets away
(or doesn't, hi) with a simple detector in software may be though.

73 Tom


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From: [e-mail] (Dan Daugherty)
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Looking for Collins Transceiver KWM2

Pls. reply to Neel Eubank c/o Dan Daugherty ([e-mail])



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Seems to me I read somewhere that Harris Corporation of Melbourne, FL
makes a radio used by the Navy that can move duplex signals at 9600 baud
over HF.  Don't know if civilians can buy them or how much they cost.  If
you find out let me know.

Good Luck



>>I am interested in an interesting idea that I have for my computer:
>>
>>I want to connect the computer to another one over the radio waves.
>>I need it to be running 24 hrs a day 7 days a week. It has to broadcast
>>over about a 60 mile range. And have a speed of about a 28.8 modem.
>
>this style of operation (unattended and personal/business) is not
compatible
>with ham bands
>
>>
>>Preferably I would want a full-duplex connection just hooked up to
>>modems on both sides. But other similar ideas I want to consider for
>>myself too.
>>
>>I live in the US, and in fact I want to transmit from the east cost of
New
>>Jersey to Long Island NY.
>>
>>I thought that maybe SW radio would be good, since it's a. not
regulated,
>
>it's very regulated
>
>>and b. can bend over the horizon.
>
>true, but due to multi path propagation your maximum baud rate is pretty
low
>unless you are frequency agile and operating close to the MUF. 1200bd is
about it.
>
>VHF through microwave is needed for this sort of data rate, 56kb modems
are
>available for this for about $300 (I think)
>
>
>
>>
>>Does anyone know how possible, leagal and/or expencive is this project?
>
>Well everyone wants one of these. They are starting to be off the shelf
but
>they're expensive in the kilo$ region I think. There's things like
>personal computer communicators which send RF around a building at about
>900MHz and if you put an antenna on them they go for about 2 miles.
>I understand that companies have developed stuff at about 2-5GHz to do
the same
>thing. I'm hoping that ham packet will all go over to this sort of stuff
>so we can have ethernet data rates on 10GHz.
>
>
>Joe Mack NA3T
>        [e-mail]
>
>
>
>
>>
>>(e-mail is prefferable)
>>Dan Akselrod
>>------------
>>http://menger.eecs.stevens-tech.edu/~danax
>>mailto:[e-mail]
>>
>
>



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From: [e-mail] (Doug Ripka)
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Subject: Date code on W.E. key- need help deciphering
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I have a Western Electric/A.T.&T. telegraph key, model 1A.  It is brass
with a shorting bar, and has these numbers cast into the back of the base:
95  25 (or 23).  Knowing that most W.E. stuff has date codes stamped on them,
how do I read this one?  Is it 9-5-25 or 2-5-95?  Any idea when these keys
were made and used?  The History of Science and Engineering in the Bell
System doesn't mention or show pictures of keys.

Thanks,

Doug Ripka KA3TTQ
[e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (John Seney)
Subject: Digital Scope FAQ
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From: [e-mail] (W8JI  Tom)
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Subject: Re: Do DSP's really help?
Date: 22 Dec 1995 10:11:46 -0500
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In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
(Conway Yee) writes:

>Personally, I might just try to add DSP to the 101.  I may want to try
>adding it at the IF level.  The 101 has separate boards for
>everything.  It might just be sufficiently interesting to take out the
>noise blanker and try to cobble out something using modern technology
>that can do the job better.  Maybe I will never get around to trying
>it.  Maybe I will fail.  Maybe I will toast the rig with a faulty
>design.  For me, such an idea might just be sufficiently interesting
>to give it a whirl.

Experimenting is a good idea, it's fun and sure helps us learn.

But DSP's fast enough to do anything at a real IF aren't cheap, and
neither are the A/D converters. Expect to spend several times what the 101
cost you if you take this route.

Ham manufacturers do radio DSP by using a very very low IF. So low it's
almost at audio. So it's almost exactly like audio DSP anyway!!!!

Same some headaches and do an audio DSP. If you want to improve the
FT-101, remove the exceptionally crummy mixers they used in that rig and
redistribute the receivers gain. If you do that, adding better IF filters
will help. As it sits, the 101 is front end and mixer overload limited,
not filter limited.

73,
Tom


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From: [e-mail] (Conway Yee)
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>Experimenting is a good idea, it's fun and sure helps us learn.
>
>But DSP's fast enough to do anything at a real IF aren't cheap, and
>neither are the A/D converters. Expect to spend several times what the 101
>cost you if you take this route.
>
>Ham manufacturers do radio DSP by using a very very low IF. So low it's
>almost at audio. So it's almost exactly like audio DSP anyway!!!!

This brings an interesting point.  How far should one go in hacking an
old rig?  Personally, I own the rig not because of its resale value.
I don't figure on ever selling it.  Yes, I am a major packrat.  I
figure that if I ever get rid of it, it will because I have toasted
the rig so badly that I can't even salvage parts.  At that point, I'll
buy another one and start all over.

The high price of DSP chips is a case in point.  In order to add it, I
will be spending MORE on the enhancement than the actual worth of the
rig.  Does it bother me all that much?  Not really.  I figure that I
run a higher risk of toasting the DSP chip while experimenting than
actually enhancing the rig's performance.  But what the heck!  I
consider it a pretty neat hack and worth while doing all by itself.
The trick however, is to choose a project that is sufficiently
difficult that you end up learning something useful but not so
difficult that you give it all up entirely.

As someone who is building single units and not mass producing
anything, cost effective manufacturing is not a factor.  I can try
things that any sane manufacturer would never try if they are
interested in staying in business.  I don't have to worry about the
marketability and pricing of the unit.  Profitability is not an
issue.  My benefit from playing with the rig is the hack itself.

Personally, I think more hams should try picking up a soldering iron.
So what if you get burned once in awhile from the soldering iron
because you are extra clumsy or if you decide to build something that
toasts your equipment?  The aim of the game is to try to do something
that you could do before or thought that you can never do.  Who knows,
you might surprise yourself!  But then, to each his own.  Different
folks for different strokes.

P.S.  A great starter project for those who are inclined is the
      CMOS Super Keyer.  While I haven't personally seen version III,
      version II is very easy to build.  From the article in QST in
      August, none of the changes made in version III would make it
      any harder to build.  You end up with a useful unit with only an
      afternoon's work.  There is nothing so tight that it is
      difficult to solder.  The problem with the keyer is that
      once you build the kit, you might actually become tempted to
      become proficient at CW.

      Try it, Mikey, you might like it.

      Another problem with the kit is that source code is not
      available for version III but that is another thread entirely :)
      Does anyone have the code to version II lying around?  I have
      been meaning to ask for it.

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From: [e-mail] (Carlos Ramirez)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Dual Band IC-245
Date: 25 Dec 1995 16:00:58 GMT
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I would like to get information on this old Icom radio. I know that it is an
all mode transceiver. Somebody wants to sale it to me for $200. I would
like to know if it has tones to hit the repeaters and if the price is
reasonable. All your help would be appreciated.
                                                          Carlos



From Unknown Wed Dec 27 18:24:30 1995
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From: [e-mail] (W8JI  Tom)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: European EMC Standards (NOT!)
Date: 26 Dec 1995 10:54:24 -0500
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I need some help!

January first a new standard of European community RFI/EMC standards are
supposed to go into effect. It is my understanding (from trying to collect
the documents over the past year) that all standards are not in place even
as of this date. Great Britian and others allow manufacturers to self-test
their equipment, but Germany will not. I was told Germany requires a lab
on European Community soil to do the testing.

Now the EC labs want a huge amount of money per test. If I was allowed to
do the EMC tests here on my test range my direct cost would be under 200
dollars per unit, but two German labs want 15 to 30 times that amount. I
was also informed standards will likely change in the near future as all
the EC countries reach agreement.

Let me give an example. To export an antenna tuner to Germany, I was told
it has to be tested by a German lab for EMC compatibility. So I sent a
tuner to a lab and they hooked it up (with no transmitter) and tested it.
It passed, it had absolutely no harmonic radiation! And it only cost $3000
US to find this out! The same tuner does not require testing in Great
Britian, it is a passive device not part of any defined "system" and can
be exempted from testing. But if it did require testing BSI told me I
could do it here!

I am told by German labs they even need to test speakers and microphones
for harmonic radiation and EMC !!!!!!

Does anyone know how I can verify the accuracy of my understanding?? Or
who other than a test lab in Germany I can get information from on the
German BZT or other applicable German laws??

I suspect I am being ripped-off.

73 and Thanks,
Tom


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From: [e-mail] (Steven Fritts)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: F.S.or Trade D-104
Date: Mon, 25 Dec 1995 02:45:04 GMT
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I have an amplified D-104 that I would like to trade for an MC 50 or
60  microphone for my Kenwood HF rig. Might consider selling outright
also.

Thanks,
Steve WA4GZE



From Unknown Wed Dec 27 18:24:32 1995
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From: Irene Tosetti <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc;,rec.radio.shortwave;,rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Filters for RACAL 6790/GM
Date: Sun, 24 Dec 1995 16:56:27 +0100
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I am looking for second-hand/surplus symmetrical band pass filters for
my Racal receiver RA 6790/GM. Please let me know if you have
suggestions about where I could find them.

BANDWIDTHS:
0,3; 1; 3.2 khz or similar.


From Unknown Wed Dec 27 18:24:33 1995
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From: [e-mail] (John Seney)
Subject: For Sale - Tek Scope
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Organization: MV Communications, Inc.
Date: Tue, 26 Dec 1995 07:27:28 GMT
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465 with 2 new volatge probes - looks and works great!

FYI: The latest version of Digital Scope.FAQ <304> is on my WWW Home Page.
        (All opinions are my own, including Digital Storage Scope.FAQ)

                        Best Holiday Wishes!


               John D. Seney |_|_|_|_| [e-mail]
          144 Pepperidge Dr. |_|   |_| www http://www.mv.com/ipusers/wd1v
   Manchester, NH 03103-6150 |_|_ _|_| [e-mail]
       LeCroy Sales Engineer | | | | | 800-553-2769

    (H) 603-668-1096 (F) 603-627-1623 (P) 800-SKYPAGE #5956779


From Unknown Wed Dec 27 18:24:34 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Michael T. Hodgson)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: For Sale Icom R71A
Date: 23 Dec 1995 15:48:55 GMT
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I am selling my R71A. Unit is complete with box, manual and narrow filter.
Excellent condition for $675.00 plus shipping.

reply to [e-mail]

mike

--
Mike - Raleigh, NC USA

Opinions expressed herein are my own and do not in any way
represent those of my employer.

--
Mike - Raleigh, NC USA

Opinions expressed herein are my own and do not in any way
represent those of my employer.


From Unknown Wed Dec 27 18:24:35 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Anthony O. Cardenas)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FS 1.2GHz NEW REPEATER
Date: Mon, 25 Dec 1995 00:06:15 GMT
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This is the ICOM Model 1220 Repeater Package.
It includes:  The Repeater, Duplexer, Timers,
Power Supply and Manual.  It is NEW in the box.
It has been bench tested and is perfect in condition.

New cost:   $3,200
Your Cost:  $2,500

Contact:   Jim Champion  N6UKN
                  [phone]

Thanks!  (I'm posting this ad for him).
Tony  WA6IGJ



From Unknown Wed Dec 27 18:24:35 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Tom Guntzel)
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Subject: FS Heath HW9
Date: 26 Dec 1995 07:14:01 -0700
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Mint Condition HW9 with band pack and small Heath antenna tuner.  No mods have

been installed on the HW9.

$225(USD)  firm (will ship to lower 48)

Reply via E mail [e-mail]


From Unknown Wed Dec 27 18:24:36 1995
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From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FS/WTB Free classifieds @ Virtual Hamfest
Date: 24 Dec 1995 16:49:56 GMT
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Free classifieds at http://www.webcom.com/webpub

Place your ad there or email me and I'll post for you.

Also, your stolen radio information and hamfest listings wanted - posted free.

Happy Holidays



Steve WB8HNC



From Unknown Wed Dec 27 18:24:37 1995
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From: Charles Hobley <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: FS:  Kenwood TS-850S/AT with 3 filters for $1,350
Message-ID: <c197cb$[e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 25 Dec 1995 21:51:06 GMT
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[e-mail] (D W Hemphill KC5NG) writes:
> FOR SALE:  Kenwood TS-850S/AT, has factory installed
> auto antenna tuning unit, three optional filters (one
> SSB, two CW).  No modifications, no damage history.
> One owner, non-smoker.  Comes with hand mic, manual,
> original boxes, packing, and accessory connectors.
> Price $1,350 firm.  Buyer pays shipping charges.
> Contact me via telephone or e-mail for more info.
> I WILL NOT SELL THE FILTERS SEPARATELY.
>
> Dean Hemphill, KC5NG, Lake Dallas, Texas
> [phone] evenings and weekends
> E-mail --> [e-mail]
>
>




From Unknown Wed Dec 27 18:24:38 1995
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From: Charles Hobley <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: FS:  Kenwood TS-850S/AT with 3 filters for $1,350
Message-ID: <c197cb$[e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 25 Dec 1995 21:54:45 GMT
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[e-mail] (D W Hemphill KC5NG) writes:
> FOR SALE:  Kenwood TS-850S/AT, has factory installed
> auto antenna tuning unit, three optional filters (one
> SSB, two CW).  No modifications, no damage history.
> One owner, non-smoker.  Comes with hand mic, manual,
> original boxes, packing, and accessory connectors.
> Price $1,350 firm.  Buyer pays shipping charges.
> Contact me via telephone or e-mail for more info.
> I WILL NOT SELL THE FILTERS SEPARATELY.
>
> Dean Hemphill, KC5NG, Lake Dallas, Texas
> [phone] evenings and weekends
> E-mail --> [e-mail]
>
> Please call me I want to purchase your radio. WB5ZLT
Is my call I am listed in the phone book in Houston, Tx
I would Like to pick it up tommorow.



From Unknown Wed Dec 27 18:24:39 1995
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From: remco@localnet (remco)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: fs: 70 cm diplexers
Date: 24 Dec 1995 18:13:05 GMT
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For Sale: four Prof. Quality diplex filters by  Sinclair. Currently tuned arou
nd 460 MHz.
$200/all four - you ship or pickup (CT).

Remco KB1ZB


From Unknown Wed Dec 27 18:24:40 1995
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From: "Thomas W. Castle" <[e-mail]>
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Subject: FS: Icom R-71A
Date: Thu, 21 Dec 1995 00:28:40 -0500
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Hi Tom here:

I have a mint Icom R-71A reciever. It is in very good cosmetic shape
an works like a charm. It has no options in it, just like I bought
it from AES <new>. It is capable of working as a 2'd recvr or stand
alone recvr <muting circuit built in>... It Rx from 60hz - 30mhz
continuous from the factory all mode capeable <AM, FM, CW, SSB & RTTY>


Reason for seling is that I have acquired a Ic-7000 with a built in
Hf converter. This unit will recv from 30hz - 30mhz on the built in
converter; an from 25mhz - 2.975Ghz continuous... I don't need 2 rigs
in addition to my 751A & 765 Icoms which also have Gen coverage...

It comes with manual, box & acc kit from Icom in ready to go condition.
Non-smoker, $850.00
Tnx for your interest.
De Tom a.k.a. KD4QHH



From Unknown Wed Dec 27 18:24:41 1995
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From: KF5KF (Robert Redoutey)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FS: Kenwood TS 180S HF Transceiver
Date: 24 Dec 1995 02:10:00 GMT
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For Sale - Like New, Kenwood TS 180S HF Transceiver. 160-10 Meters.
Sorry, No WARC bands. Digital Display, SSB, CW, FSK. 200 Watts PEP
SSB input. Includes all operating and service manuals, in original
box. Also includes 30 amp metered Power Supply. Will deliver and set
up in Central TX area.

Great starter rig without paying the high dollars.

$600 including Power Supply.

Bob Redoutey KF5KF
Round Rock, TX
[e-mail]



From Unknown Wed Dec 27 18:24:42 1995
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From: Sarah Tuttle <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FS: Yaesu FTDX-100 and tri band (10,15,20m) Antenna...
Date: Sun, 24 Dec 1995 17:35:29 -0700
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I'm in Santa Cruz, bay area is probably as far as I'll sell unless you
want to pay shipping... (its biiiiiig. really big. did we mention heavy? ;>)
Its tubes and transisters. Was my starting radio, and the setup is far
too much to take to school. The antenna is bout 30ft all around and lives
on the roof. offers, questions, email or call. Happy Holidays to everyone!
Sarah Tuttle
[phone]



From Unknown Wed Dec 27 18:24:43 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Zac Thomas)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FS:Wave Analyzer HP.3581A
Date: Tue, 26 Dec 1995 18:20:30 GMT
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Hewlett Packard 3581A wave Analyzer in good condition works $250.00
email me at [e-mail]

Email me at [e-mail]
or fax me [phone]



From Unknown Wed Dec 27 18:24:44 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Clayton Matwychuk)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FT-1000d or 1000MP
Date: 22 Dec 1995 04:06:25 GMT
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Which in the experience of people who  have used both rigs is the better
of the two ? Or can one say that one is better than the other. Any input
would be greatly appreciated as I am thinking of purchasing either one or
the other. Tnx & 73      Clay



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From: [e-mail] (Craig Young)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FT-757GXII/FC-757AT Users?
Date: Sun, 24 Dec 95 04:59:57 GMT
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I just recently swapped some gear for the above equipment and would
like to establish e-mail contact with others who are using the
same equipment, or have previous working experience with.

Please email me at:

Craig Young
Cambridge,
New Zealand

[e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Dick DiVittorio)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: FT-757GXII/FC-757AT Users?
Date: 24 Dec 1995 17:15:09 GMT
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In article <4bij8o$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Craig Young) says:
>
>
>I just recently swapped some gear for the above equipment and would
>like to establish e-mail contact with others who are using the
>same equipment, or have previous working experience with.
>
>Please email me at:
>
>Craig Young
>Cambridge,
>New Zealand
>
>[e-mail]

Hi Craig,

I have been using the FT757GXII for about 7 years now and am finding it
hard to justify getting a new rig.

I use mine with computer control from my logging software and have an
externat voice keyer running... It works great in most of the contest
and in easy to use (not to many buttons). If there is one thing I
find trouble some it the controls on the back that I wish were on the
front (I guess that would add more buttons!). I compaired the spects
with that of the FT990 and the 757 is as good in both rcv and tx.

So enjoy and I hope to work you on 17m.

73 and Merry Christmas,

Dick


From Unknown Wed Dec 27 18:24:47 1995
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From: Ed Coan <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: FT-980 CAT PROGRAM
Date: Sat, 23 Dec 1995 00:19:37 -1000
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To: Bradley Mitchell <[e-mail]>

Bradley Mitchell wrote:
>
>         Hi all, I have an FT-980, and I have the k5yef program, but
> can't seem to get it to work. I made the interface, and rx data and
> tx data are going both ways, and appropriate levels. It put's the
> transceiver in external mode, then it craps out.
>
>         Any ideas? Any programs with source code?

I did some FT-980 programming when it first came out. The FT-980 CAT
system has an undocumented quirk in that it needs an extra comm cycle to
set up it's internal stack when the CAT system is first enabled. I used
K5YEF's program many years ago, but I seem to recall that I had to start
it twice to get the comms working. See if you can reach K5YEF for his
comments.

73. Ed.


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From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FT-990 MARS/CAP mod please!
Date: 20 Dec 1995 15:15:21 GMT
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Greetings to one-and-all!

Does anybody have the MARS/CAP mod to unlock the FT-990?

Thanks, and Happy Holidays!

Mike KF4FDJ


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From: Jim Reville <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: FT-990 MARS/CAP mod please!
Date: Sat, 23 Dec 1995 10:40:53 -0800
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To: [e-mail]

[e-mail] wrote:

> Does anybody have the MARS/CAP mod to unlock the FT-990?

There is a board you need to buy from Yaesu for this radio.
I have one working on CAP frequencies. If you contact
Yaesu and fax them a copy of your cap membership card
and radio station license, they will give you the info
you want.

Jim N2QNG, NY0054


From Unknown Wed Dec 27 18:24:49 1995
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From: Dave Phillips <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FTdx-400 Schematic !!!!!!!
Date: 27 Dec 1995 05:45:14 GMT
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Woule the gentleman who requested the copy of the FTdx-400 Schematic and
Manual PLEASE re-send your mailing address to me.

73's
Dave
KB7JS
[e-mail]




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From: Robert Blumenkranz <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: GAP Titan DX Ant - does it work?
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I have a Gap TITAN. It works on the ground OK. When I
put it on the roof it was a disaster. I could not even
make it resonate! It seems that the counterpoise ground
is very critical and the distance that the antenna is
mounted above ground (a few feet) is also critical. The
antenna works as poorly as any groundplane. The average
dipole or inverted V is a much better antenna. There is
no magic about the GAP antenna. It is really an inverted
dipole on most bands except the low bands. And on those
bands the ground plane is definetly required!
73 Bob Ni6r
[e-mail]


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Anyone know of the general coverage mod for a TS-450  (TS690)? thanks.,.
Z


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From: Zack Lau <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: Gripe about QST Automatic Tuner Article
Date: Fri, 22 Dec 1995 10:04:31 -0800
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WB3U wrote:
>
> [e-mail] (David Feldman) wrote:
>
> >I suppose such an article is slightly better than none at all, but I
> >did think this was _AMATEUR_ radio, with learning & teaching a priority.
>
> Learning by doing, not learning by copying.  Most construction articles
> don't meet that requirement, with or without source code.  That's what
> technical articles and engineering papers are for.

I see many ways to learn from construction projects.

        1) You can learn construction and building skills.
           I think it takes a fair amount of skill to drill
           a 2.66 inch hole for a 3CX800A7 432 amplifier.

                (As an aside, nobody has suggested we stop
                publishing such projects because there
                is no second source for 3CX800s)

        2) You can take the author's ideas and design an even
           better version.  You ought to have a huge advantage
           because the author has often done the hard work--making
           the first working unit.  Ever notice how textbooks often
           have exercises to work out on you own?

        3) You can study the schematics and run calculations/simulations.
           What components have to be held to high tolerances?

Just suppose we hired an expert staff to take projects done
by amateurs and totally redesigned them in accordance with
"state of the art" principles.  Would this benefit amateur
radio?  Is there any difference between a membership journal
and a magazine?

Zack KH6CP/1 [e-mail]


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From: "C. J. Hawley Jr." <[e-mail]>
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Zack Lau wrote:
>
> WB3U wrote:
> >
> > [e-mail] (David Feldman) wrote:
> >
> > >I suppose such an article is slightly better than none at all, but I
> > >did think this was _AMATEUR_ radio, with learning & teaching a priority.

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> radio?  Is there any difference between a membership journal
> and a magazine?
>
> Zack KH6CP/1 [e-mail]

Yes that's the question that some of us have been adressing. I think that a
membership journal does not publish an ad including the construction manual
for a kit for a commercial enterprise. I think that the authors are fine
fellows, and that the ARRL is a fine organization, but you put your finger on
it.....you are running a magazine.

--


Charles Jack Hawley Jr.
Amateur Radio KE9UW (A.K.A. 'Chuck' in Ham Radio)
BMW K100RS, BMWMOA #224 (A.K.A. 'Jack' in Motorcycles)
[e-mail]
Sr. Research Engineer Emeritus
Univ of Ill, Urbana-Champaign


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> Now that I've actually seen the article, I have no problem with what
> was done.  The article gives enough information to make a version of
> the tuner, with nothing but the information given, if you're
> knowledgeable enough about microcontrollers.  In fact, you could
> control the whole thing with a PC if you wanted.  It wouldn't be too
> hard to make connections to the PC board where the processor would
> normally be, and connect it to a different processor.  I can envision
> one of these with a PDP-10 controlling it, since I am of that
> generation.
>
> I think the keyer project that was the previous cause of these flames
> was much more of a "review of the kit" type, since no hint was given
> about the internal workings of the unit.  QST has also had other
> articles that did provide the source listings, not in the magazine,
> but available in other ways.
>
> 73, doug
>

The question still remains...Why is the source code not being made
available ?  The ARRL normally requests that project code not be
witheld as proprietary. They can make it available through their
BBS, FTP or WWW site if it cannot be accomodated in the article.

Sure, another micro could be retrofitted but why bother when you can
drop in the proper part ?  I have access to HC11's and a programmer
so why shouldn't I have the option to do it myself ?  Furthermore, I
might want to use the existing code and make improvements or changes
that accomodate my own needs.

The only reason I could imagine the author witholding the source code
is for personal gain.  I appreciate that he may have spent hours
developing it and wants to be rewarded for his efforts however that
would turn this project into a business endeavor, not a hobbiest
offering like I thought it was supposed to be.

I hope the ARRL continues to stress the importance of supplying source
code with computerized projects that appear in their publications.
Just my opinion.

Hugh Duff  VA3TO  Toronto


---
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Subject: Re: Gripe about QST Automatic Tuner Article
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  Zack Lau <[e-mail]> wrote:

>               (As an aside, nobody has suggested we stop
>               publishing such projects because there
>               is no second source for 3CX800s)

That's very close to my point.  The ARRL has to make a decision in
publishing articles such as this as to the depth of proprietary
disclosure and resources.  That's true in any construction project.
The question is, should you refuse to publish an article because
an author witholds certain information?  There are characteristics of
the manufacturing process that no manufacturer will disclose, but that
doesn't necessarily preempt their product from being utilized in a
construction article.  To my mind, this situation is no different.
The author has a right to protect certain aspects of his work, but
that doesn't automatically render his project useless to the builder.

>       2) You can take the author's ideas and design an even
>          better version.  You ought to have a huge advantage
>          because the author has often done the hard work--making
>          the first working unit.  Ever notice how textbooks often
>          have exercises to work out on you own?

In this case, the author isn't being asked just to disclose the hard
work, he's being asked to disclose *all* the work.  That isn't
necessary in order for the builder to accomplish what you suggest,
nor is it a prerequisite to the learning process.

>       3) You can study the schematics and run calculations/simulations.
>          What components have to be held to high tolerances?

Sorry, I just don't buy the concept that every detail of the project
has to be included in order to do this, or that the author should
be enslaved to that goal.  I certainly disagree with the notion that
an author who refuses to comply should have his material summarily
dismissed, especially if there are otherwise redeeming qualities
to the article.

I don't speak in favor of the ARRL very often, simply because past
policies were often contrary to my best interests.  For the same
reason, I have never been a member.  Nevertheless, this is one
instance where the League has used good judgement.  I hope the
editors will continue to publish useful articles without binding
the authors to a rigid policy of full disclosure.

73,
Jack  WB3U


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The statement was made by one of the people involved, on Usenet, that
they didn't want a commercial firm to pick up the entire design and
sell it without compensation.  Sounds like a good reason to me.

Although, if the source code were available, someone might modify the
code so all commands came in the serial port of the 6811 instead of
contact closures and status could go back out the same way, so the
whole thing could be done as a peripheral to a PC or Mac.
73, doug


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>
>I don't speak in favor of the ARRL very often, simply because past
>policies were often contrary to my best interests.  For the same
>reason, I have never been a member.  Nevertheless, this is one
>instance where the League has used good judgement.  I hope the
>editors will continue to publish useful articles without binding
>the authors to a rigid policy of full disclosure.
>
>73,
>Jack  WB3U
Well I am a member, and the reason I support the league with my
membership is that over the years the have been the premier source of
instructiom for those in the hobby. And as a league rather than a for
profit corporation I feel at least some thought should be on what is best
for the membership. I have made a reasonable living over the years in
this general field and could not have done it if 30 years ago all the
authors thought thier work was to valuable to share with those less
knowledgeable than them selves. You have never been a member and if this
trend continues I will cease to be one.

                                      Garry(WB0NNO)




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   Garry Foster <[e-mail]> wrote:

> And as a league rather than a for profit corporation I feel at
>least some thought should be on what is best for the membership.

First, I think what you're really saying is that some thought should
be on what *you* think is best for the membership.

Second, there's no such thing as "best for the membership" except
when fundamental policies affecting the existence of Amateur Radio
are at issue.  We're not a single entity or homogenous group; we're
individuals with different needs, wants, likes and dislikes.

>I have made a reasonable living over the years in this general field
>and could not have done it if 30 years ago all the authors thought
>thier work was to valuable to share with those less knowledgeable
>than them selves. You have never been a member and if this trend
>continues I will cease to be one.

I'll say it again - force the League to dismiss articles such as this
one and you won't gain a thing.  You'll just reduce the amount of
otherwise useful material available for publication.  The same will
happen if you cancel membership, because membership funds ultimately
provide the ability to attract qualified authors.

Before I forget,

       Happy Holidays to Everyone and Have a Great New Year!

73,
Jack  WB3U


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Ed Hare <[e-mail]> wrote:
>[e-mail] (Hugh Duff) wrote:
>
>>> This month's QST features a slick microprocessor-controlled automatic
>>> antenna tuner. The design seems solid, and the price for the parts

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>Even more important here, the author has agreed to supply either a kit, a
>bare pc board or *only* the preprogrammed IC.  His charge for the IC is
>$20.00 for a programmed part and socket.  The latest Newark catalog lists
>the unprogrammed device for $15.23; I didn't take the time to look up the
>socket, but I bet it is at least a few bucks more.
>
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>a case-by-case basis.  In this case, when I consider all the facts and
>the overall availability of the components, I believe we made the right
>choice.
>
>73 from ARRL HQ, Ed Hare, KA1CV, ARRL Laboratory Supervisor
>
>
Ed makes some useful points here.  However, one of the main purposes of
Amateur Radio is the furtherence of the art.  Witholding the software
that drives a project dependant on that software "art" does little to
advance the state of knowledge of the reader.  Since the author obviously
isn't trying to make money on the source code, (at this time, at least)
at least a detailed description of the software, sufficient for the
energetic builder to re-create it, would seem an absolute requirement
for publishing in QST.

Richard Dowling fmr WS6CH



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Garry Foster wrote:

> Well this is what I really don't understand. I have seen this attitude
> many times over the last few years and am totally baffled by it. Why is
> the ability to write software held in such high reguard while the ability
> to design a reciever is so simple its not worth protecting. I mean it
> takes a great amount of skill to just write an article for this type of
> journel, that is readable and understandable by the masses. Now if one
> goes to all the time and trouble to create an article that can make the
> diffucult easy then maybe it should be presented in an encoded format so
> that others can't learn from its publication. I know you will say silly
> example but whats the real difference?

Is there really a double standard?  I've yet to hear complaints about
microwave construction projects not including the full computer model,
even though an expensive modeling program was used in the design.  Such
a model accurately describes things like parasitic inductances and
capacitances associated with real parts. Should our policy with
microwave projects be more like DUBUS or the RSGB's Radio Communications?

Zack KH6CP/1  [e-mail]


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Zack Lau <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Garry Foster wrote:
>


>> Well this is what I really don't understand. I have seen this attitude

Snip
Zack said.
>
>Is there really a double standard?  I've yet to hear complaints about
>microwave construction projects not including the full computer model,
>even though an expensive modeling program was used in the design.  Such
>a model accurately describes things like parasitic inductances and
>capacitances associated with real parts. Should our policy with
>microwave projects be more like DUBUS or the RSGB's Radio Communications?
>
>Zack KH6CP/1  [e-mail]


Well Maybe? I don't really follow the microwave articles. However you
can't compare the expensive modeling program to the code for the tuner.
The comparision to the modeling software would be the assembler or
development package for the controler. And in most cases the authors have
made thier models availabe somewhere.

The more important point IMHO is that the microwave construction can be
duplicated with out the software, The tuner is useless without the code.
In fact the article even mentions the ability of the micro controller to
erase itself.

I don't have a problem with the author not wanting to make this
available, its his choice. I don't see the purpose of QST publishing it
as a construction article. Why not just do a product review and let him
buy advertising like the rest of the vendors? As stated several times the
price is excelent.

And again why is code so sacred? There is no way you would publish an
article where someone tried to hide the operation of thier circuits by
sanding off the part number of a device, and showing it as a box. However
a microcontroler without the code is the same thing.

Now maybe if the ARRL held the code and only released it when the product
ceased to be supported it could serve all parties. The learning potential
would still be lost,but long term support for buyers would be secure.


                                                 Garry WB0NNO
                                                 ARRL Member




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I, too, was annoyed by the "source code is not available" footnote in
that otherwise-excellent antenna tuner design article in January's QST.

Ed Hare, at ARRL, put forth a "we made the right decision" post earlier
in this newsgroup, and
[e-mail] (WB3U) wrote:

<<snip>>

>... The ARRL has to make a decision in
>publishing articles such as this as to the depth of proprietary
>disclosure and resources.  That's true in any construction project.
>The question is, should you refuse to publish an article because
>an author witholds certain information?  There are characteristics of
>the manufacturing process that no manufacturer will disclose, but that
>doesn't necessarily preempt their product from being utilized in a
>construction article.  To my mind, this situation is no different.
>The author has a right to protect certain aspects of his work, but
>that doesn't automatically render his project useless to the builder.

... so now it's my turn:

Let me offer another point of view.  Since the preprogrammed "HC11 chips
are being offered for only $20, nobody's going to argue in this case
that the author is out to make big bucks from selling his software.
That means that the mercenary argument can be removed from this
discussion and it can center on policy instead.

ARRL, like all publishers, tries to maximize the value of the
intellectual property that they own by offering for sale reprints,
collections, books compiled from selected articles, and so on.  That's
fine, 'cause it can keep our dues down.

Now let's assume, for a minute, that the firm (it's a sole source)
selling the pre-programmed 'HC11 chips suffers some business reversals
and goes out of business in 6 months.  The economic value of the
intellectual property of that article (for ARRL) has gone to zero,
'cause it's against their best interest to publish design articles with
unobtainable parts.

What's the argument _against_  archiving the source code on an ARRL FTP
server?  Maybe for 6 months, the author should have the sole right to
sell his software (in the form of programmed 'HC11 chips).  But after
some time window has elapsed, the copyright agreement that the author
signs with ARRL prior to publishing should permit ARRL to release full
source code.   This protects the longer-term value of ARRL's
itnellectual property, but still allows the author to enjoy (for a time)
some economic reward for the good design work that he did.

In following this thread, and having written to the QST editors, I've
been most impressed with ARRL's willingness to participate in and
contribute to this discussion.  I happen to think they were wrong, but
their decision was neither capricious nor ignorant, and they're to be
commended for taking the time to explain their actions.  They deserve
our support!

Cedric Walker
KC5NLJ
New Orleans LA




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Cedric Walker <[e-mail]> wrote:
 >I, too, was annoyed by the "source code is not available" footnote in
 >that otherwise-excellent antenna tuner design article in January's QST.
 >
Snip
 >What's the argument _against_  archiving the source code on an ARRL FTP
 >server?  Maybe for 6 months, the author should have the sole right to
 >sell his software (in the form of programmed 'HC11 chips).  But after
 >some time window has elapsed, the copyright agreement that the author
 >signs with ARRL prior to publishing should permit ARRL to release full
 >source code.   This protects the longer-term value of ARRL's
 >itnellectual property, but still allows the author to enjoy (for a
 time)
 >some economic reward for the good design work that he did.
 >
 >In following this thread, and having written to the QST editors, I've
 >been most impressed with ARRL's willingness to participate in and
 >contribute to this discussion.  I happen to think they were wrong, but
 >their decision was neither capricious nor ignorant, and they're to be
 >commended for taking the time to explain their actions.  They deserve
 >our support!
 >
 >Cedric Walker
 >KC5NLJ
 >New Orleans LA
 >
 >
And if not the source code at least the binary so the part could be
reprogramed in case of failure.
                                          Garry WB0NNO
                                          ARRL Member



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From: [e-mail] (Rhyolite95)
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I re-read the article after reading the initial gripe about the article. I
must agree that the author is not out to make "big bucks" on his source
code since he does offer the chip for 20 bucks programmed.

In fact a real hacker has at least three options in addition to buying the
"kit".

Buy the board only and build the unit from scratch including writing your
own code which might be better.

Buy the chip and layout your own improved electrical design

Build your own from scratch using the knowledge learned from the article.

I will agree that putting the source code in "escrow" would be in the best
interest for QST in the unlikely event that the author or the source code
files were to go QRT.


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From: [e-mail] (W8JI  Tom)
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In article <4brnqp$[e-mail]>, Zack Lau <[e-mail]> writes:

>
>No, I'm asking for the equivalent of the source code.  A precise
>description of the circuitry so that it can be analyzed and possibly
>improved.
>
>
Isn't the real question this?

Should an educational article withhold information necessary to complete
the project, especially if the information only applies to the project and
can't be used for other applications? Isn't one of the goals of the ARRL
to advance the skill and knowledge of members in our fraternity? Isn't
that one of the reasons our hobby even exists?

Even a flow chart would have been nice, so the reader could learn a little
bit about how the author solved the problem. That certainly couldn't have
been a "major deal".

Besides the questions above, consider this fact of life. The real motive
behind "forcing" builders to purchase something from an author is not
important at all. The only thing that matters is what the readers
**think** the motive was.

The reasons for not publishing at least a software description have been
pretty lame so far.

73,
Tom



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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
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   [e-mail] (LEO PARENT) wrote:

>I have just acquired a Heathkit Ham-Scan monitoring scope - no
>manual - the input on the back has a RCA plug - I need to know how
>to connect this to my Kenwood R-599 to monitor my SSB signal pse
>lv msg [e-mail] tnx Kb2Wk

Is that the signal analyzer or the spectrum analyzer scope?  If it's
the latter, it won't work with your Kenwood because the IF frequency
is different than Heathkit.

73,
Jack  WB3U


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Subject: Re: Help ! Manual Needed For Kenwood 520SE
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In article <4b5f8h$[e-mail]>, Frank says...

>Help!  manual for the 520SE would be much appreciated.

>        Thanks

>                Frank ex VE7CYU, VE7CYX

Frank, would the 520 (not the SE version) be OK?  If so, I'll get
a copy printed for you on Dec 27 and fax/mail then if you wish.
Brian - N6ZAU



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My father, who is a ham, had the manual stolen along with the matching speaker
 and microphone.

Any leads on where I could obtain a manual will be much appreciated.


Thanks


Frank Plumptre ex VE6AZV, VE7CYU




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>ZL1ANY/TPK 1.82 Msg #:259  Date:19-11-95  Time:11:08Z
>
>
>      Trying to use icom 720a on amtor mode a.
>I  note  in  the  instruction  manual    (p16 5.2.3) they say it has a fast
>attack/slow release agc system.  I have adjusted the vox delay pot
>to a minimum (no. 37 in photo on page 9) and am keying and feeding the
>tx drive audio via the mic socket a la fig. on page 19.
>
>       1/ amtor mode b and rtty work fine but any arq operation (amtor
>pactor ... have not tried clover) causes problems ...the
>transceiver keys on and off but it seems the agc recovery even
>with the agc button in fast position is so slow that the receiver is
>severely desenced ....
>       2/also although the transceiver keys with the
>vox button turned off no power  is transmitted(despite mic gain well up)
>.. need the vox activated to produce power out.This is puzzelling
>as  it  seems  to  me that it should behave just like the microphone (which
>does not need the vox activated to transmit a signal.
>        Does any one have a fix for the first problem ...and/or an
>explanation for the second?
>
>        many thanks
>        Stephen
>
>




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From: [e-mail] (Dale Wentz (KB9JJA))
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Subject: Help with Santek ST-220/uP HT
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I am looking for the pinouts for the mic connector for my Santek HT. I
have found a source for the mic connector, but can not find the pin outs
anywhere. Would also be interested in a manual if any one has one.

Thanks
Dale KB9JJA



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In article <4b1u3g$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (ian) wrote:

> Does any body know if radio shack htx-202 can be modified to cover commercia
l
> band to 172 Mhz.
> how well does the htx-212 2m mobile perform?


The HTX-202 is not modifyable (sp) to cover out-of-band frequencies,
either receive OR transmit.

The HTX-212 works pretty well.  The receiver isn't as tight as the
receiver in the 202, but then again, it's a wide-band receiver, and the
202's isn't.

73 Wayne KF5ZC

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[e-mail] (David A. Boackle) writes:

>jeff griffin ([e-mail]) wrote:
>: Does anyone know of a mod to allow an RS HTX-212 to  TX on  marine band
>: (156.025 thru 157.425) MHz. Email any info you might have. Thanx Jeff
>:Griffin.
>


>This is not mine, but it does apply here:

>: 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 Weir VP Engineering  | "We seem to be standing on
>: RST Engineering          |  the foreskin of technology."
>: Grass Valley CA 95945    | (Gen Chuck Yeager)
>: voice/fax [phone]   |
>: [e-mail]  AR Adv WB6BHI  CFI A&G/Comml Inst A&G/A&P/C-182A N73CQ


>73 de KC5AAW
>---
>David A. Boackle    [e-mail]    Mississippi State University


The original post also asks for information that will permit a
non-type-accepted radio to be used in a band where all equipment must be
type accepted.  Methinks the original poster didn't think!




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From: [e-mail] (Mike Aust)
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------------------------------

Date: Sun, 17 Dec 1995 10:35:27 +0000
From: [e-mail] (Anton HOLLAUS)
Subject: IC 706 "Expanded 2 Meter TX" Mod, copied from Packet

Re: IC 706 "Expanded 2 Meter TX" Mod, copied from Packet

what must i do for transmit on marineband 156 mhz ?

i have cut yellow wire and connect to the middle transistor and also d
59, but the transmitter bring only 0,001 watts !

vy 73

------------------------------
Anton,
  Enjoy your Icom IC-706, the Yellow wire mod to the
 switch bank mod is very good!
 As far a a VHF tx mod, there is No mod, Info from Icom
said that Icom locked this out from their CPU. I would get
a marine radio for that purpose. Have a Happpy Holiday
and enjoy your IC-706.
 All the mods you did are the only ones that work!!
73
Mike


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Anton HOLLAUS wrote:
>
> Re: IC 706 "Expanded 2 Meter TX" Mod, copied from Packet
>
> what must i do for transmit on marineband 156 mhz ?
>
> i have cut yellow wire and connect to the middle transistor and also d
> 59, but the transmitter bring only 0,001 watts !
> Please note that operation of a ham rig on the marine band is probably
illegal in Europe (it is in the USA). You can listen, certainly, but
transmission on that channelized spectrum is probably restricted to
radios having "type acceptance" for marine service, something the
IC-706 almost certainly does not have.
Your best bet is to use a designated Marine Band transceiver.
73...

--
George J. Molnar
Highlands Ranch, Colorado
Packet: KF2T@N0QCU.#NECO.CO.USA.NOAM
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[e-mail] (Mike Aust) wrote:


>Auto,
> Sorry no VHF tx mod available, Icom locked this out internally
>in their CPU. Enjoy you rig and get a marine radio for the boat band.
>73
>Mike

Nice job Icom...How about us VHF Mars operators..

Steve, WA2NHZ




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On the subject of intermod problems with the IC-706, here's a strange
problem I've experienced with mine. When listening to 75m SSB one
afternoon (nighttime listening to 75m SSB takes a stronger stomach than I
have), I heard a strong S9 pattern of distorted audio that seemed to be
coming in on an IF frequency (i.e., it was all over the band). The signal
was somewhat weaker on 40 meters and had nearly disappeared on 20 meters.
Eventually I traced it down to an A.M. broadcast station at 1220KHz. The
signal was so distorted it took me a while to figure out where it was
coming from. I finally identified the station when I switched the 706
into the W-FM mode, which inexplicably cleaned up the signal enough to
make it intelligible! My FT1000D showed no interference at all.

Normally, I use an antenna tuner on 75 meters, but on that afternoon I
didn't bother. Switching in the tuner eliminated the problem, presumably
because of the additional selectivity it provided. Switching in the 20db
attenuator also cleaned up the problem. With the 20db preamp on the radio
was unusable. In any case, the 706 seems extremely sensitive to BC band
overload, and somehow the wideband fm demodulator detects the am signal.
My 706 has the "yellow wire" mod, though I doubt that affects the hf
performance.

Jim W8ZR



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Thought you might like this, fowarded to you.
73
Mike
Receiver Front-End Filtering, 60 - 200 MHz
------------------------------------------

The IC-706's receiver front-end filtering above 60 MHz is rather
simple. Coming in from the antenna there's a low-pass filter,
which's shared by the transmit signal path (I've done no calculations
yet on that filter). After that we come to the following two
possibilities.

When the radio is operating on the 2 Meter Band (144 - 148 in the
U.S.) a bandpass filter is in-line. It consists of a two singly-
tuned transformers, with a 0.79 pF coupling capacitor between them.
(Can there really be that small a capacitor? Sounds more like 'stray'
coupling than a discrete component, but the schematic shows it as an
actual part) The schematic provides no tuning or alignment data, so
I must assume that ICOM has the coupling capacitor, and transformer
tuning, set for slight over-coupling, to produce a somewhat 'flat-
topped' response across the 2 Meter Band.

ANYWHERE OUTSIDE THE 2 METER BAND (this only applies above 60 MHz
of course), and the 'filtering' consists of a low-pass/high-pass
filter combination. I'm certainly not a 'modern filter' design
theorist. I can figure basic Poles & Zeros, but not much beyond that.

Several people have reported the IC-706's receiver sensitivity
dropping-off rather abruptly up around 165 MHz. When I squinted
really hard at the schematic (6's and 8's tend to blur together),
and 'punched some numbers' into my little calculator, here are
some of the figures that I got:

  Coming in from the antenna, the receive signal hits a parallel
  LC pair (82 nH & 12 pF); I figure there's a Pole at 160.44 MHz.
  There are also 20 pF cap's, on either side of this section,
  going to ground, but I don't know how to 'handle' them. (Yea,
  I know it's some sort of Cauer/elliptic filter, but that's all)

  Next the signal goes to a parallel LC section of 68 nH and 20 pF,
  that I believe produces a Pole at 136.47 MHz. There's either a 10
  or an 18 pF capacitor on the output (leaving this LC section),
  but the schematic's too blurry to make out which.

Now the signal hits the high-pass filter section. In series there
  are capacitors of 24, 22 and 27 pF. Between the 24 and 22 pF caps
  is a series LC circuit to ground of 220 pF and 0.15 uH, although
  the inductor's figure is very hard to read. My calculator tells
  me that series resonance (a Zero) should occur at 27.71 MHz. Then,
  between the 22 and 27 pF capacitors, there's a series LC of 82 pF
  and 0.18 uH, which should produce a Zero at 41.43 MHz.

  Logically, the result of this low-pass/high-pass filter would seem
  to be a response that falls off rather quickly somewhere a bit above
  41 MHz (the upper of the Zeros in the high-pass section) as you move
  down in frequency, and somewhat below 136 MHz (the lower of the
  Poles in the low-pass section) as you go up in frequency.

Once the receive signal gets through either the 2 Meter bandpass
filter, or the 'everywhere-else' low-pass/high-pass filters, it
goes to a preamp, followed by a low-pass filter (I haven't tried
to work-out its characteristics yet). It appears that it's right
at that preamp that the 60 - 200 MHz receive signals 'meet-up' with
the signal flow that's followed by the HF and 6 Meter signals. Those
signals have gotten to the preamp via a completely different path,
but I won't cover that now.

Some Very Simple Synthesizer Comments
-------------------------------------

The "yellow wire" modification, much talked-about, seems to have an
'advanced-option', where some brave persons have managed to pick-up
a control voltage on a tiny surface-mount transistor on the synth-
esizer board. In the discussions on this subject, it appears that
there is a misconception about what that transistor does.

The IC-706's synthesizer uses (among other things) two VCO's. The two
VCO's can have either their direct output used, or there is also a
frequency doubler circuit available. "VCO 0" (zero) is used on its
fundamental up to 29.999999 MHz. At 30.000000 MHz "VCO 1" takes over,
and is used up to 59.999999 MHz. At 60.000000 MHz, "VCO 0" takes over
again, but goes through the doubler circuit. "VCO 0", with its freq-
uency doubled, works up to 128.999999 MHz. At 130.000000 MHz, "VCO 1"
takes over again, this time with its frequency doubled, and that's
what's used up to the 200.000000 MHz upper-frequency limit of the
IC-706.

Now, the output of these VCO's, either the fundamentals, or the first
harmonic (2 X fundamental), go through a bank of filters (the IC-706
is 'oozing filters'; they're all over the place). Between 0.03 MHz
and 29.999999 MHz, a low-pass filter is used. Between 30.000000
and 59.999999 MHz, another low-pass filter cuts-in. Between 60.000
and 128.999999 MHz a high-pass/low-pass filter pair is used. Between
129.0000 and 143.999999 MHz ...AND BETWEEN 148.000001 and 200.00 MHz
another high-pass/low-pass filter combination is used. BETWEEN
144.000000 and 148.000000 MHz, a separate band-pass/low-pass filter
set-up is used.


It is because of this mixture of synthesizer output filters that
people have been able to find that transistor, to hook the famous
"yellow wire" to. That transistor is one of several, that switch
the appropriate synthesizer output filters in-and-out of the circuit.

                       - End Of Discussion -


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From: [e-mail] (Mike Aust)
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Subject: Re: IC-706 Filters
Date: 22 Dec 95 21:50:18 GMT
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Reguarding the 70Mhz IF filters for the 1st IF
Toko America Inc ., has some real great 70MHz 1st IF
filters which I have ordered to play with in my IC-706.
the Toko 7KLT Triple Tuned filters can be configured as
High pass, Low pass , or bandpass over frequencies
10-150MHz.
 Another 70MHZ filter is the 5CCEW and 5CCET from Toko, but
they are 15MHz BW, which are too wide!!
 If anyone knows of any other <0.5MHz BW filters at 70MHz,
let us know here on the newsgroup.
 I hope your starting to get the idea now, whats next!!
Some of these are only 400KHz wide and can be tuned, modified
to 70MHz for the narrower BW than their typical 20MHz wide 70MHz
filter!!
 Well that's my plan so far, we will keep you informed, but I think
this will take care of all the FM BC problems!!
73
Mike



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From: [e-mail] (Mike Aust)
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Subject: Re: IC-706 Filters
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 Bob,
  Forgot to mention.
Toko America address:
Toko America, Inc
2480 N. 1st Street , Suite 260
San Jose, CA 95131
Tel:[phone]
 For 70MHz IF filters at different BW's
73
Mike







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From: Peter Shintani <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: IC-706 Filters
Date: 26 Dec 1995 07:23:20 GMT
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Hi:
        You two seem to be very knowledgeable.
Let me mention my two bits.
I live in Japan, and I will comment from  my vantage point.
I don't know all the in's and outs of the intermod problem but perhaps
the following facts will shed some light, hopefully:
        In Japan the :  1)      FM BC band is 76~90 MHz
                                                                                2) terrestrial TV channels (center frequencies )are:


Perhaps the ICOM engineers cut costs and corners based upon their knowledge of
 the
Japanese air waves and did not consider the USA/Canada which has a higher and
wider
FM BC band. Furthermore, the Japanese FM BC stations are relatively speaking v
ery
low power.( some stations are only a few watts) Commercial use  of  VHF is lig
ht in
comparision to North America,
many services have already migrated up. I am not sure but commerical services
may be
restricted to a lower power level than in NA.

May be intermod is not a big deal in Japan, besides in Japan 2m is basically
a useless band since it is crowded, no repeaters, and very narrow, 144~146 MHz
,
atleast in Tokyo.
Again the designers may have placed little emphasis upon  the 2m performance s
ince
most VHF users have become frustrated and have already moved up to 70cm or 1.2
GHz
or they use very sharp stacked beam arrays.

One final point, the Japanese domestic version only rx's up to 2 meters and no
t 200 MHZ.

Hopefully, the above made some sense.

Peter




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Subject: IC-736 MODS Wanted
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Please, please please, any mods yet for the great ICOM IC-736?
Thanks...


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Subject: Re: icom 706
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What freebies are available from the Icom UK people?

de KE4FPS, David



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Do you know what freebies are available from Icom UK?

73,

de KE4FPS, David

Merry Christmas and God Bless Us All!




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Test



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From: "Anthony R. Gold" <[e-mail]>
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In article <4bhgnc$[e-mail]>
           [e-mail] "David E. Shelton" writes:

> What freebies are available from the Icom UK people?

"Bought an IC-706? Icom (UK) are giving away free log-books - and other
Icom `goodies' to the first 300 who fax or write to Dennis Goodwin with
their proof of purchase of an IC-706. Contact Dennis at Icom (UK), Sea St,
Herne Bay, Kent CT6 8LD, fax: [phone]"

There was no geographical limit on this announcement in RSGB's RadCom.  To
dial the above fax number from the US, it is 011-44-1227-741742.

Since most US amateurs now only log contests and collectibles, this may
seem like an offer you can refuse.  Here, we must even log unanswered CQs,
so we get through these books really fast.

Regards,
--
   Tony - G3SKR / AA2PM                  email: [e-mail]
                                                [e-mail]
                                        packet: g3skr@n0ary.#nocal.ca.usa.na


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From: [e-mail] (Charles Brain)
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In article <[e-mail]>, "Anthony R. Gold" <tgold@micro
vst.demon.co.uk> says:
>
>In article <4bhgnc$[e-mail]>
>           [e-mail] "David E. Shelton" writes:
>
>> What freebies are available from the Icom UK people?
>
>"Bought an IC-706? Icom (UK) are giving away free log-books - and other
Hi,

 Well I got my goodies, they consisted of 1 logbook, 1 icom pen,
1 icom on glass sticker and 5 icom qsls! (looks as I wont be working
much DX! this year). Ithe logbook is useful as it has a miniture version
of the ic706 menu card in it.

706s Charles G4GUO


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From: [e-mail] (Kcc007)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Info Wanted on Kenwood TM-733A
Date: 23 Dec 1995 14:53:00 -0500
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I just bought a Kenwood TM-733A and would like to know if anyone knows the
mods for this radio. Extended Receive and Cross Band Repeater Operation,
Etc. Please E-Mail to :

[e-mail]


Thanks In Advance!

DE N8LNN
Keith C. Collins.



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From: Danie Brynard <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: Is Kenwood loosing it or what?
Date: 22 Dec 1995 08:42:16 GMT
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I had a TS690S for quite a few years. Never had problems ! Really a
nice and solid rig. What do you guys mean by solid ?

73 danie zs6awk




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From: [e-mail] (Don Simpson)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Is Kenwood loosing it or what?
Date: Thu, 21 Dec 1995 16:53:31 GMT
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[e-mail] (Don Simpson) wrote:
The thing to keep in mind is this;  Generally a 2 or 3% failure rate
is considered unaceptable.  I wonder what the rate is?  In this thread
we are probably running about a 80% con over pro.


You are cordially invited to stop by the World Wide Web Page for A.S.A.P. Prot
ection Company at....

           http://www.mindspring.com/~ko4ta/alarm.html
Burglar/Fire Alarm  Equipment  for Sale at "Installer Direct" Pricing!



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From: "Christopher A. Bowne" <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Kenwood TR-9130 Parts Needed
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Need source for a controller board, or a junker 9130 with useable board.
My unit's card had an intermittent loss of frequency display and frequency
control that I traced to a 5 V regulator chip, but unfortunately, I
zorched the card in the process of troubleshooting.  Kenwood no longer
stocks the card. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks and 73
from Chris, AJ1G in Stonington CT.


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From: [e-mail] (Patrick Croft)
Subject: Re: Kenwood TS-940s
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[e-mail] wrote:
>In article <4b78p1$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Ken Fredstrom)
 writes:
>> Does anyone have or ever used the IF-232 unit with the 940? It allows
>> computer control of the 940. I am thinking of getting one if I can
>> find it and it is worth the effort.
>> KEN-WB7NEX
>>
>>
>
>I recently was told by the Kenwood rep t a hamfest that the computer interfac
e
>you want for the 940 is the IF-10B. They were out of production for a long ti
me
>but recently Kenwood ran another batch of them.
>
>Mel KJ9C

To all regarding the IF-232 & IF10B combo for the TS940's:  The IF-232 box is
an easy to do homebrew line/level converter.
This can be  a good evening or weekend project, using a single chip.  The most
 chellenging part is the mechanics of mounting
connectors and a pot!  I think most anyone can save a hundred bucks rolling yo
ur own!

The IF10B is a different story!  It's not that the IF10 does any magic that ca
n't be handled by most handy hams with a data book
and soldering iron - its the fact that this option is a small PCB asnd a NEW E
PROM that is required to get the proper information
out of the radio so it may be controlled via the computers RS232 port.   The I
F10B has been a ore point with many for two reasons;
1 - its a handful of simple parts (8251,7404,4040 ic's,)  and 2 - Kenwood neve
r expected many to want to control this rig via cpu!
This unit was designed about the same time computers were 'growing  up' and wh
ile  the control was possible, no one expected
cpu's to be used in the  shack like they are.

Don't forget that you'll also need software once you gain rig control!  Check
the shareware and QRZ cd's - lots of stuff available.

Enough history - I've just been getting email requests for info and thought if
 it were posted others might save their mailings.

If you need a IF10B and can't find one on the swap nets, etc, email me - I hav
e a few available.  For the RS232 box, see August(?)
1993 QST for an excellent detailed article about building your own for any of
the major radio brands going.

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL                                    WB9IQI
                              PATRICK


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From: [e-mail] (charles copeland)
Subject: LO-Z -> HI-Z mic adapter???
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
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I have a TS820 that requires a high impedance mic (50K).
I bought it with a Electro Voice 607 LO-Z microphone.
The EV607 impedance is unknown other than "LO-Z" stamped
on microphone.

Does anybody know of a way to adapt LO to HI impedance
microphone? Audio transformer?

Any details would be helpful.

73 KC5LWF



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use a transformer


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From: Chris Boone <[e-mail]>
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Yaesu FT 311 and FT711 RH xcvrs to replace stolen ones.
Would like DTMF mics (-15 model) with them....if possible
and CTCSS encode/decode also...

Chris
--
Senior Telecommunications Technician  [e-mail]
ENTERGY/Gulf States Utilities         1:106/4267 FIDOnet
WB5ITT - Advanced Class               BBS- 409-447-4267 (WBBS)
PG-9-5322  FCC Commercial             409-525-2001 PhoneMail 24hr


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From: [e-mail] (Scott Leaf)
Subject: Manual for ICOM IC-24AT Please!
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I am in desperate need of the Manual for the ICOM Dual Band HT IC-24AT.

A photocopy would be just great and I will reimburse for your time and expense
s.

Please reply via E-Mail

--
Scott Leaf VE7ZVZ CN89os
[e-mail]
Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada
Mountain DX Club VA7SM - "To boldy VHF where no ham has VHFed before"


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From: [e-mail]
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Subject: Re: MFJ 2m and 6m radios
Date: 24 Dec 1995 00:30:06 GMT
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I dont think MFJ has 6 or 2 meter rigs...I have used a dipole on 6M
SSB and it worked FB...ran 10 watts to dipole and worked 45 states...
and the dipole was in an attic...if band is right, low power and crummy
antenna work FB!


From Unknown Wed Dec 27 18:25:50 1995
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From: [e-mail] (WA8ULX)
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Subject: Mini Products HQ-1 Mini-Quad
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Hi Im looking for parts pices or whole units I can be reached at
504-8937227 or WA8ULX&AOL.COM 73 Bruce


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From: [e-mail] (Gayle Albert)
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Subject: Mocom 70 to 70cm Packet
Date: Mon, 25 Dec 1995 05:58:46 GMT
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Hope someone out there can help with this...

I have an old Motorola Mocom 70 UHF rig with the following info:

      MODEL #  --------- U44BBN3110A
      TRANS TYPE --- CC4112
      SERIAL # ---------- NC173M

Is it possible to put this rig on 441.050 MHz for 9600 bps packet?

If the 441.050 freq is beyond the abilities of this old radio, what
about 446.075 MHz at 9600 bps?

I have pretty much zero tech info on this radio... I got it about two
years ago at a 'fest from an ARES group that had a ton of the things
they were selling to raise a few $$$... For $25, I figured it was at
least a good donation! ;-)

Anyway, I'm tired of tripping over the blasted thing and the XYL
(N0UTX) is _really_ tired of cleaning around it! If I can press it
into service on packet, that would be great.

Any help, info, ???? on converting the Mocom to one of the above freqs
(prefer 441.050) at 9600 bps would be greatly appreciated!

Take Care & 73


Marty Albert -- KC6UFM
PO Box 717
Fredericktown, MO  63645



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From: [e-mail] (N9MXT1)
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Subject: MOD FOR HTX-212 NEEDED PLEASE
Date: 24 Dec 1995 18:12:33 -0500
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Hello,
   Does anyone know the MOD for the HTX-212 to saving freq's outside the
HAM RADIO band??  I'm not asking to transmit just to be able to store
freqs inside memory channels in the radio.

If you know anything please let me know.


Thanks!
N9MXT1 - Jeffrey
N9MXT - Jeffrey


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From: [e-mail] (Rhyolite95)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Mod. Info needed Icom R-71a
Date: 22 Dec 1995 21:56:31 -0500
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We have an R7000 with same problem. Icom blames a capacitor in the
invertor that drives the VFD. (vacuum flourescent display) check that
first. Let me know what you find. I would like to know before I open ours
up.


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From: [e-mail] (Brass Hat)
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Subject: Mod. Info needed Icom R-71a
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Icom R-71a
 Display Mod. is needed - Sometimes it does not come on or you only have
one or two numbers.
Looking for any and all upgrades and mods.
73    W6UV    Gary



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From: [e-mail](Andy Swain)
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Subject: Mods for Uniden/Bearcat 50XL ?
Date: 22 Dec 1995 22:21:52 -0000
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Has anyone any info on mods for the Uniden/Bearcat 50XL?

Whether it be for frequency coverage (would like to get around
the 174MHz band for UK Radio Mics), or for other enhancements,
I would be interested.

Cheers,

Andy Swain  (G8VYO)
[e-mail]   (Temporary access)
[e-mail] (Regular address)


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From: [e-mail] (Anthony O. Cardenas)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: MOTOROLA GP300 Software Help
Date: Tue, 26 Dec 1995 20:50:30 GMT
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I have access to licensed Motorola GP-300 software/program and program
hardware/fixtures  (a metal bed the radios rest in while programming).  My
radio is the 16 Channel, UHF, *TouchTone version with speaker mike.

Sadly, the  F-1  Help/instructions are VERY poor!  The Options and Commands
on screen have very vague and misleading wording.  I lost a lot of time
getting this far.

* At present I have all 16 new  UHF frequencies and PL's  installed.
  All channels and PL's  work fine.  My new 'scan' list works fine.

** Since the new frequencies were installed the following items no longer
   work  (but DID before the new freqs. were installed):

   1. *TouchTone pad only issues a single-tone.
   2.  The two options buttons above the PTT no longer work.
   3.  The  Speaker/Mike  jacks don't work.

The owner of the Programming equipment does not have the MANUAL for my
GP300, nor does he have the specific programming  manual/instructions  for
the radio.

*** I'd love to have a photocopy (or original)  of  the programming
instructions/pages  (not software)!  I'll be happy to pay any copy costs
and shipping. ***

IMPORTANT!!!

The owner of the programming equipment and software is in the two-way radio
business.   He is a Motorola dealer but sells many other lines as well.  He
does  NOT  wish to provide  *ANY*  bootleg copies of radio programming
software to anyone.  A message requesting same will be fruitless.

Thanks!
Tony
WA6IGJ








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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
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Subject: Re: Murch UT-2000A, "ultimate transmatch" questions
Date: Thu, 21 Dec 95 21:24:16 GMT
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   [e-mail] (Clark Savage Turner WA3JPG) wrote:

>Also, I think I recall someone on the antenna group stating that the
>"ultimate transmatch" design had one of the capacitors doing
>something silly....  There is a two ganged capacitor that is doing
>something useless?

In "Reflections", Maxwell states that the lower portion of the split
stator capacitor (which shunts the transmitter) contributes nothing to
the matching function.  He goes on to say that the same is true of the
shunt output capacitors in the Johnson Matchbox, and that they can be
lifted off ground without affecting the match.

In other words, according to Maxwell, these capacitors serve no useful
purpose.

73,
Jack  WB3U


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From: [e-mail] (Skip Withrow)
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Subject: Need help identifing MOTOROLA radio
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I have recently acquired an old Motorola commercial radio and am
trying to figure out whether to keep it or throw it in the trash bin.

It is a base unit in which a mobile unit rf deck is plugged in.
The base unit marking is Model L51BBB-3100BM.  It is currently on
35.04 MHz and puts out about 40 watts.  Anyone know anything about
these beasts?  Can it go down to 10 meters? Will it go up to 6 meters?

Any information would be helpful? Thanks in advance for your time
in responding.

73 & Merry Christmas,
Skip Withrow   WB0BBE
[e-mail]



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From: [e-mail](Wanda M Desmond )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,sci.electronics,rec.radio.swap
Subject: NEED Schematic for DTMF decoder Using SSI202P chip
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Title pretty much says it all. Need a schematic for a DTMF decoder
using the SSI202P chip (I picked up three of the chips at a swap meet
for a buck each, they were still sealed in their Rat Shack packaging).

I need a unit that is handheld, uses an LCD screen, and is not
connected to a computer.

Thanks!!

John
KE6TGN


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From: [e-mail] (John Lundgren)
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Subject: Re: NEED Schematic for DTMF decoder Using SSI202P chip
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Wanda M Desmond ([e-mail]) penned:
: Title pretty much says it all. Need a schematic for a DTMF decoder
: using the SSI202P chip (I picked up three of the chips at a swap meet
: for a buck each, they were still sealed in their Rat Shack packaging).

: I need a unit that is handheld, uses an LCD screen, and is not
: connected to a computer.

: Thanks!!
: John
: KE6TGN

If you got R-S parts, then the schematic should be stapled to the
package.  It had several pages of info, basically the whole data sheet.
If you need it, SASE and I'll send a copy.

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From: [e-mail] (ME)
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Subject: Re: NEED Schematic for DTMF decoder Using SSI202P chip
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In article <4bi81j$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>
>Title pretty much says it all. Need a schematic for a DTMF decoder
>using the SSI202P chip (I picked up three of the chips at a swap meet
>for a buck each, they were still sealed in their Rat Shack packaging).
>
>I need a unit that is handheld, uses an LCD screen, and is not
>connected to a computer.

I used a Motorola 67805P3 microcontroller to do something like this. Reads
the BCD from the SSI202, and decodes it to control functions, if this info
might help let me know, but there may be a stumbling block in writing the
code for the purpose, and display driver.

-G



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From: Danie Brynard <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Need specs for IC820H dual bander
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Can one find more info ie specs, writeups etc on the ICOM IC820 on
the Internet somewhere ?

Perhaps an electronic brocure or ad ?

(IC820 = 2m/70cm all mode)



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Also see WEB Site at for interesting Ham Radio
Links.URL:http://www.localnet.com/~wa1sov/




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In article <4bmkv2$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>
>Also see WEB Site at for interesting Ham Radio
>Links.URL:http://www.localnet.com/~wa1sov/
>
>

Check out Ham Radio Online at
http://www.accessone.com/~vbook/hronline.htm

Newsletters, Feature Stories, Real-time solar and radio propagation conditions
,
real-time disaster communications news (world wide earthquake, volcanic and
severe weather reports). In short, real content, not just pointers to
hyperspace.

73, Ed, KF7VY
------------------------
personal email to [e-mail]
Visit Ham Radio Online, it's free, at
http://www.accessone.com/~vbook/hronline.htm



From Unknown Wed Dec 27 18:26:05 1995
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From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: New Tech + Question -- What HF Base Rig to Buy?
Date: 26 Dec 1995 10:56:22 GMT
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Well i got the tech + requirements out of the way
last friday.  Now the fun part! Need recommendations
on good HF bas unit to start out with.  If my plans hold
I'll be General in 30 days.  $1800 investment is about
my limit now.

thanks in advance

john
(call sign pending)




From Unknown Wed Dec 27 18:26:06 1995
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From: [e-mail] (charles copeland)
Subject: Re: New Tech + Question -- What HF Base Rig to Buy?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
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In article <4bpanp$[e-mail]>,
W8JI  Tom <[e-mail]> wrote:
>
>Base Rigs are traditonally CB radios, most Hams have home or fixed
>stations. If you want a good base rig buy a President, a used Siltronix
>10/11, or a Tempo one.
>
>If your looking for a Ham radio fixed or home station, there are a bunch
>to choose from. I always try to buy used stuff that has a good reputation.
>Then I don't spend thousands of bucks on a mistake, hi.

I'm also a tech plus and went thru the same thing you are, finding
a cheap older rig that has retainable value.

The elmers, who had something of value to say, recommended:

TS520SE - $275 all transistorized except for reliable and forving finals.
          (S means has digital display, E has heater switch)
TS820S  - $350 all transistorized except for reliable and forving finals.
          (S means has digital display)
FT101E -  $300 all transistorized except for reliable and forving finals.

All three have very common 6146 (AKA 2001) tube finals that are easy
to replace. There are little to none proprietary parts and easy to
fix, so can not be orphaned.

If you want something current and cheap the TenTec Scout can
be had for about $500.

A more recent and most interesting radio is the 706. It costs
$1200, but has 2m,6m,10m-160m all in one compact package.

If you are REALLY on a budget You can get one of many QRP CW
kits. They cost $80-$500. The Norcal 40a costs $129 and highly
praised. It is all pcb mounted components so no messy wires
like other kits.

Tech plus are only allowed one band for voice on HF, 10 meters.
You can get a Radio Shack 10 meter mobile rig for $100 used.



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Subject: Re: New Tech + Question -- What HF Base Rig to Buy?
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Base Rigs are traditonally CB radios, most Hams have home or fixed
stations. If you want a good base rig buy a President, a used Siltronix
10/11, or a Tempo one.

If your looking for a Ham radio fixed or home station, there are a bunch
to choose from. I always try to buy used stuff that has a good reputation.
Then I don't spend thousands of bucks on a mistake, hi.

73
Tom


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From: [e-mail](J. Duffy Beischel)
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Subject: Re: Opinions please -- Ten-Tec Paragon II
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In <4b932i$[e-mail]> "Gregory J. Buhyoff" <[e-mail]>
writes:
>
>I am most interested in any opinions of the Paragon II.  I have an
OMNI VI which I
>love to death.  I am interested in the Paragon II as a second/backup
rig.
>
>Thanks and 73
>
>Greg KN4FR
>
>
Greg,

I have owned and used the Paragon II for almost a year and love it.
The receiver is excellent, the audio is great and puts my Japanese HF
rigs to shame.  Get excellent reports on transmit audio as well.
Receiver probably not as quiet as your OMNI VI, but I still think it
outperforms mnay of the imported rigs.

Regards,

Duffy - WB8NUT


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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
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Subject: Re: Opinions please -- Ten-Tec Paragon II
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   "Gregory J. Buhyoff" <[e-mail]> wrote:

>I am most interested in any opinions of the Paragon II.  I have an
>OMNI VI which I love to death.

I've heard nothing but good about Ten Tec until now.  Earlier today,
I worked a guy who said he owned a Paragon for several years.  He
went on to say that the rig was really superb when it worked, and
that Ten Tec fixed it at no charge whenever it broke, but that it
broke often and was a nuisance.  He also questioned whether the price
of these rigs is inflated because of their policy of free repairs,
and the frequency at which those repairs are needed.

As a final note, he said he opened it up once and was of the opinion
that the individual components were cheap, and that the (single-sided)
PC boards looked like they were etched in someone's basement.  In short,
he claimed these rigs have terrific circuitry design, but the worst
implementation he has ever seen.

I'm mentioning this because I've already recommended Ten Tec to a
friend who recently came back to the hobby after a long absence.  My
recommendation was based on the many satisfied users I've heard from,
both here and on the air.

Can anyone verify whether the above commentary on these rigs is
accurate?

73,
Jack  WB3U


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From: "David E. Shelton" <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: Opinions please -- Ten-Tec Paragon II
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I am seriously considering buying an Omni VI myself and I would like to
know if the rigs are up to snuff. I currently have a Icom 728 and I know
that the Ten Tec rigs blow this toy out of the water. I work primarily CW,
99% of the time. I am only a Tech+ and I am working on the upgrade to at
least an Advanced license. I have heard rave reviews of the Ten Tec Omni
VI and several of the local hams who at one time or currently are world
class contester say that it is a great rig for certain characteristics,
QSK and selectivity, sensitivity can be matched and better by the Yaesu
and Kenwood big rigs. However, QSK is unmatched and the mixed crystal
receiver provide terrific selectivity.

I would like to hear from you and any others who operate an Omni VI as to
whether or not these impressions are true or not.

TNX es 73,

de KE4FPS, David
[e-mail]




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Subject: Re: Opinions please -- Ten-Tec Paragon II
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> As a final note, he said he opened it up once and was of the opinion
> that the individual components were cheap, and that the (single-sided)
> PC boards looked like they were etched in someone's basement.  In short,
> he claimed these rigs have terrific circuitry design, but the worst
> implementation he has ever seen.


This does not reflect what I see inside my OMNI VI, which has
been flawless in operation and 100% reliable.  I note also that
you quote someone who was using a Paragon.  I inquired about the
Paragon II which was introduced last year.  Are we talking about
the same version of radio.  The Paragon II is a hybrid of the
Paragon and OMNI VI.



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Subject: Re: Opinions please -- Ten-Tec Paragon II
Date: 26 Dec 1995 15:34:40 GMT
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[e-mail] (WB3U) wrote:
>   "Gregory J. Buhyoff" <[e-mail]> wrote:
>
>>I am most interested in any opinions of the Paragon II.  I have an
>>OMNI VI which I love to death.
>
>I've heard nothing but good about Ten Tec until now.  Earlier today,
>I worked a guy who said he owned a Paragon for several years.  He
>went on to say that the rig was really superb when it worked, and
>that Ten Tec fixed it at no charge whenever it broke, but that it
>broke often and was a nuisance.  He also questioned whether the price
>of these rigs is inflated because of their policy of free repairs,
>and the frequency at which those repairs are needed.
>
>As a final note, he said he opened it up once and was of the opinion
>that the individual components were cheap, and that the (single-sided)
>PC boards looked like they were etched in someone's basement.  In short,
>he claimed these rigs have terrific circuitry design, but the worst
>implementation he has ever seen.

..snip...
I have heard similar opinions, but i have to say.... MALARKEY!!!!
TT makes excellent equipment, it performs very well, and is extremely
rugged.  They service everything they have ever sold, and are very
compliant on solving recurring problems.  The paragon is an intersting
case because it is a synthesized general coverage rig, unlike the OMNI.
TT rigs rely on a modular approach to allow ease of service and greater
ruggedness.  It may not look like a 950SDX inside, but try to service a
950SDX sometime!!! ouch.

My opinion is that TT detractors are Japanese-rig snobs who have bought the
"stateseide made = second rate" bunk and wuvv their wittle wiggs.

Take advantage of the TT money back deal, no risk pardner.

73
>
>73,
>Jack  WB3U


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From: [e-mail] (Steve Kagan)
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Subject: Please re-post info on Portland, Oregon ham store closeout
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The store was "Portland Radio Supply" or "Han Radio Heaven"
and the name of the person to contact was Ken.

If anyone has the 800 number and any other info, please e-mail ne or
re-post to the newsgroups.

THANKS.
            Steve  N7AJP/Phoenix


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From: [e-mail] (shatter)
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Subject: Problem with Yaesu FT-51R
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I just got my 51R back from Yaesu after they performed the 15 kHz upgrade
and tried to hook it up to a power supply and ran into a problem.  I have
the left bank set top 2m and the right bank to 70cm and both VFOs are set
to A (though the problem exists no matter what VFOs are used).  I am
using the Yaesu DC Adapter/Charger model E-DC-12 and a Diawa PS-50TM
power supply and interfacing the two using the cigarette plug in the
power supply.  I am using the FNB-38 battery to power the Yaesu.  When I
transmit on the 2m band I get interference coming across on the 70 cm
band and the voltage drops on the power supply.  I do not have any
problem transmitting on the 70 cm band.  When I run the radio just using
the battery instead of the battery, power supply, adapter combination I
do not have any problems.

Any ideas?

Thanks

Chad / KE6ZTC



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subscribe



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From: [e-mail] (Geert Jan de Groot)
Subject: Question on standard C628 & call button
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If anyone has a standard C628 that is not an A model, or a 628
which sends 1750 then pressing the call key, please get in touch
with me. I mod-ed my 628A, but can't get the call button to beep.

Thanks,

Geert Jan PE1HZG



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DB>From: "Donald I. Baker" <[e-mail]>
DB>Just aquired 2 of these (1@100 watt and 1@50W).  Both have Pl's and
DB>reeds.  Simple question, who can send me info on disabling of the PL's
DB>and reeds.  Want to use them as carrier not tone squelch.

The easiest way to disable the PL is just to remove the card.  That will
remove both TX and RX PL.  BUT you also have to put back the TX PTT
jumper.  With the radio on the table, front panel connector closest to
you, the PL board is the long board in the front compartment.  Remove
it.  Then look at the PC board the PL board plugged into.  Look for a
couple stubs of wire about 1/2" in front of the left side PL connector
pins.  You should see 3 or 4 holes in a pyramid with one stub of wire
and one more hole about 1/2" to the right with another stub of wire.
The stubs of wire are the TX PTT jumpers that get cut when the PL board
is installed.  Just solder the wire stubs back together.  The alternate
option I use is to solder a 1N4001 or similar diode in place of the
stub.  If you solder the diode with the banded end toward the right
(middle) of the PC board, the PTT will work either with or without the
PL board installed.  (If you solder the diode in backwards, the PL board
and diode will cause the radio to hang in continuous transmit.)  I do it
this way so I can install or remove the PL board at will.

DB>also...The 100 watt will be put up as a fixed link-able remote base on a
DB>440 system.  How far do I need to "turn down" the 100 watt to let it run
DB>at a high duty cycle (most off, but on at 50% or better during use).

The GE manual says that all MASTR II transmitters can run continuous
duty at 40 watts or less.  I've had trouble getting the 110 watt TX to
run correctly at such low power but they generally will run in the 40 to
50 watt range.  But that only means the final transistors are OK.  The
single most failure prone point on the GE TX is the power control
transistor.  If you pop the cover on the TX amp stage, look about 1"
right of where the exciter power cable comes in.  You should see a
TO-220 tab transistor mounted to the thin metal that forms the front of
the TX amp.  This is the power control tranaistor.  When you operate the
TX at reduced power, this transistor reduces the collector voltage on
the driver transistor from 10-12 volts to 4-6 volts.  All the extra heat
is dissapated in the transistor and it tends to burn out.

The best fix for this is to remount the transistor on the heavy side
heat sink of the radio.  What I do is remove the side panel of the radio
along the left side.  Then I drill a new hole thru the side panel about
5/8" below the top edge of the panel and counter sink for a flat head
4-40 screw.  Don't forget the tab insulators when you bolt the
transistor down.  Then twist three colors of wire together, solder them
on the transitor leads and insulate the leads.  Solder the other ends of
the three wires where you unsoldered the transistor.  If you're careful
you don't even have to dismount the PC board.  I've done everything from
the top side of the board.  Just be sure you use an ohm meter to verify
you have the same resistance before and after the modification, no
shorts.

A second option that you may also use is to build a simple T attenuator
about 6 to 10 dB attenuation and put it between the exciter and TX amp.
By reducing the drive you also reduce the power drop in the power
control transistor, make it less likely to fail and make it easier
to set TX power.  If you are willing to add fans for TX cooling, you can
really beef up the TX amp by mounting another heat sink on the BOTTOM of
the TX amp compartment.  I've taken a heat sink about 2.5" x 5" x 1.5"
and drilled extra clearance holes in my heat sink to clear where the
transistor mounting screws come thru the bottom of the GE heat sink.
This let me place the new heat sink in good contact with the GE heat
sink casting.  I used some heat sink compound and used some 4-40
standoffs and a couple chunks of scrap metal to form a hold down clamp
for the new heat sink.  I also added more heat sink compound to the side
panel castings and even filled the empty cavity between the heat sink
casting and the side panels for better heat transfer.

With two 5" 12 volt fans blowing on the heat sinks, running 110 watts
for 1 hour, the hottest parts in my TX are the 2 watt base resistors in
the TX amp compartment. They seem to be the last failure prone part.  A
real GE base amp has twice the heat sink on the back of a mobile TX and
adds a fan blowing on the top of the TX amp PC board.  I'd use at least
a small fan to blow air on those resistors.  This is essentially all the
mods you should need on the TX final amp.  I've found the GE Mastr II to
be well built and fairly easy to tune.  The few times I've had tuning
trouble it is always the stage before the last transistor in the
exciter.  If you stop at that point and go back to the GE directions it
will generally work out OK.  Another easy option is to use a sensitive
power meter with a dummy load on the 50 ohm output of the exciter.  I
use a modified CB SWR bridge that is very sensitive.  Then I can see the
RF output even when I can't read it on the test point.  Just peak for
max and recheck tuning with the test points when done.  It works for me.
Good luck.
73's.
Doug Reed, N0NAS             email: [e-mail]
St Paul, MN

 * SLMR 2.1a * hAS ANYONE SEEN MY cAPSLOCK KEY?




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From: [e-mail] (N5OFF)
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Subject: R-725 (R-390A Variant)???
Date: 22 Dec 1995 20:34:56 -0500
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Anyone know the story behind the R-725.

It is basically a R-390A with the IF deck from a 390, and an extra oven on
the PTO.

These were sold by Arvin and Servo to the military for DF work.

Anyone know the technical reasons behind these modifications?  Why not
just use the R-390A?

Thanks,
Tom [e-mail]


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Subject: Re: R-725 (R-390A Variant)???
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The IF deck on the 390 is different than the 390A; it uses tuned circuits
instead of mech filters (though one mine has ceramic filters!); and there
asre 6 IF amps instead of 4 in the 390A version. (The 390 also has 2 RF
amps with 3 tuned circuits in the front end).
Now as to why: If DF work is being done, I suspect the distortion caused
by the mech filters could screw up high accuracy DFing; probably because
the wave fronts are distorted by being mechancally processed.
I have a RACAL receiver with one front end/tuning apparatus, but with two
independent IF and audio sections; I'm told this was for DFing; maybe
you're missing the 2nd IF?audio piece?
Sounds like an interesting radio.
I love the 390/390A sets I have 4- 2 of each; for AM DXing (the broadcast
band) I find the 390 better (clearer audio).


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From: Irene Tosetti <[e-mail]>
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I am looking for second-hand/surplus symmetrical band pass filters for
my Racal receiver RA 6790/GM. Please let me know if you have
suggestions about where I could find them.

BANDWIDTHS:
0,3; 1; 3.2 khz or similar.


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From: [e-mail] (Tim Cook)
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brucej@aardvark (Bruce Johnson) wrote:


>can anybody help me with the model number
>of the radio shack dsp filter thanks
>de vk3dht
>[e-mail]

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Its model number DSP-40  and the catalog number was 21-543, (it's not
in the 96 catalog)



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can anybody help me with the model number
of the radio shack dsp filter thanks
de vk3dht
[e-mail]

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From: [e-mail] (gloria medcalf)
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Subject: Radio-TNC Cable Wiring Diagrams at Web Site
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Radio to TNC wiring diagrams and other information about digital
modes can be found at the following site:

Wiring Index URL: http://www.idir.net/~medcalf/ztx/wire

The site also contains the following articles:

Site URL: http://www.idir.net/~medcalf/ztx/

    Desense: Some Possible Solutions

    TOR Modes: Hearing the Difference (includes sound files)

    Getting Information from a Weathernode

73 gloria ka5ztx   [e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Jman1173)
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Subject: RE: RAYTHEON TUBE RADIOS-RAY-TEL PWR 2 - PWR 4????
Date: 23 Dec 1995 08:28:01 -0500
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I PICKED UP THESE RADIOS BUT I DONT HAVE ANY INFO. THEY ARE 5 CHAN.
PWR 2-- 6 CHAN PWR 4 ,ONE MADE IN MASS. THE OTHER IN SAN FRAN
THE PWR 2 WORKS GREAT, BUT I NEED A POWER CORD FOR THE PWR 4
WHAT YEAR MADE? PRICE? POWER? ANYTHING WOULD HELP
ALSO GOT A GONSET G-12 TUBE AND A GONSET G-76 HAM TRANS. NO INFO
ON ANY OF THEM LOVE THOSE TUBER'S
 THANKS


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From: [e-mail] (WA8ULX)
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Subject: RCA Commercial Equiypment For Sale
Date: 25 Dec 1995 18:09:57 -0500
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Hi I have several rca Commerciual Units Xtal controlled 2mTRS AND 440 ALSO
HAND mICS aND dESK mICS pLUS Service Manuals for Many Commercial Rigs
Motorola Manuals RCA and G.E if interested I can be reached at
504-893-7227 or wa8ulx&AOL.Com thanks Bruce 73


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From: Danie Brynard <[e-mail]>
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Subject: re adjusting DAIWA SWR meter
Date: 21 Dec 1995 09:06:11 GMT
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I installed N-type female connectors on the back of my DAIWA
SWR/POWER meter. The Model is CN630. It had UHF connectors on.

However the meter does not give the correct power & swr readings
now. Can somebody tell me how to properly adjust the trimmers
inside ? There are two on the coupler and 4 on the PCB inside the
box. They are numbered 1,2,3,4..

Danie zs6awk



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From: Peter Shintani <[e-mail]>
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Subject: re need schematic fo 706's cpu
Date: 25 Dec 1995 09:29:50 GMT
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        Hi:
        I am looking for a copy of the schematic of the cpu section of a IC-706.
If any one would be kind enough to email a scanned copy of the schematic to me
would be greatly appreciated. Don't worry about the file size, my email spool
is huge.
Peter




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From: Andy Brinkley <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: RELM Whistler 150, programing?
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[e-mail] (Gaylen Davis) wrote:
>Looking for information on how to program the RELM WHISTLER 150 HH.
>If you are familiar with the radio would like to know how to find
>resource material or manual.  `thanks
>

Are you by chance talking about a RELM WHS-150?  The WHS-150 is a portable
150-174 mhz radio that can be key pad programmed.  I think that I have a
programming sheet on them somewhere around here.  Don't know any thing
about a "Whistler" 150 though.


Andy  (N4ROX)   "[e-mail]"



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Looking for information on how to program the RELM WHISTLER 150 HH.
If you are familiar with the radio would like to know how to find
resource material or manual.  `thanks



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From: [e-mail] (Michael A. Sterba)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: REQ:  Mods for Uniden HR 2510 agc.
Date: 26 Dec 1995 14:21:19 GMT
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Hello,

In article <4bo2dc$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>Anyone got a mod to speed up my 2510 agc ?

This is what I have listed........
Remove Q-111, This transtor swithches the AGC off for CW and SSB. This should
speed up your AGC response.
I have not tested this mod myself.
--
                "Handcrafted From The Finest ASCII"
73's de KG7HQ



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From: Peter Bealo <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: RFI FROM FORD EXPLORERS
Date: 26 Dec 1995 20:33:34 GMT
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A short time ago someone posted the FORD TSB # for the fix to the
Explorer's RFI problem from the fuel pump....could someone please post
the number again for me. Before Christmas the issue was moot for me (no
HF rig for the car avaialable)...now its not, so I promise to pay MUCH
MORE attention.

Thanks and 73's

[e-mail]

[e-mail] (for packet enthusiasts)






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Subject: Re: RFI FROM FORD EXPLORERS
Date: Tue, 26 Dec 1995 22:28:24 GMT
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Peter Bealo <[e-mail]> wrote:

>A short time ago someone posted the FORD TSB # for the fix to the
>Explorer's RFI problem from the fuel pump....could someone please post
>the number again for me. Before Christmas the issue was moot for me (no
>HF rig for the car avaialable)...now its not, so I promise to pay MUCH
>MORE attention.

>Thanks and 73's

>[e-mail]

>[e-mail] (for packet enthusiasts)



Try Ford TSB 95-11-3  From [e-mail] (Clifford Uyeda) 5
Dec 1995

gl

cdn



         C. Dean Norris, Esq.
      Amateur Radio Station K7NO
      e-mail to [e-mail]



From Unknown Wed Dec 27 18:26:35 1995
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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: SB-102 Problem - can you help?
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   [e-mail] (William Carmichael) wrote:

>Rig operates great on 80 & 40 meters; Mic/CW (Drive) control works
>per design.  On other bands, Mic/CW control has no effect, always
>high, and seems to have carrier output (even in SSB modes).  There
>seems to be some modulation on the carrier, like AM.
     <<snip>>
>there are things going on for 20 mtr & up that aren't for 40 or 80,
>but they seem just to be final tuning caps and such..

Sounds like an oscillation.  Have you changed or done *anything*
differently before and after the problem appeared?  New finals?
Alignment?  Neutralization?

73,
Jack WB3U


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From: [e-mail] (Ronald Ries)
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Subject: Smoke Filled Radio
Date: 24 Dec 1995 00:56:57 GMT
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Well, I just purchased my first previously owned radio through the mail
and it arrived and checked out just like the seller advertised. Looks
great, works great.

One small hitch, the rig was a one owner who smoked. The shack now smells
like old cigarette butts.

Anybody have any experience with eliminating the problem or at least
minimizing the odor? I have a dish full of baking soda next to the rig
and it helps a bit. Any other thoughts?

Thanks!

Ron

--
Heck, writing is easy. Just sit down and open a vein...



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From: "C. J. Hawley Jr." <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: Smoke Filled Radio
Date: Sat, 23 Dec 1995 19:35:51 -0600
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Ronald Ries wrote:
> One small hitch, the rig was a one owner who smoked. The shack now smells
> like old cigarette butts.
>
> Anybody have any experience with eliminating the problem or at least
> minimizing the odor? I have a dish full of baking soda next to the rig
> and it helps a bit. Any other thoughts?

It goes away after a month or so. If it's an old radio, you might try spraying

windex lightly on the chassis and wiping off. The yellow comes right off and
you'll find that the smoke oil has protected the metal underneath.
--


Charles Jack Hawley Jr.
Amateur Radio KE9UW (A.K.A. 'Chuck' in Ham Radio)
BMW K100RS, BMWMOA #224 (A.K.A. 'Jack' in Motorcycles)
[e-mail]
Sr. Research Engineer Emeritus
Univ of Ill, Urbana-Champaign


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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
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Subject: Re: Smoke Filled Radio
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   "C. J. Hawley Jr." <[e-mail]> wrote:

>It goes away after a month or so. If it's an old radio, you might try
>spraying  windex lightly on the chassis and wiping off. The yellow
>comes right off and you'll find that the smoke oil has protected the
>metal underneath.

Just wanted to mention that Windex brand spray cleaner is *the* stuff
to use for this.  Do not use other brands of glass cleaner - they're
much harsher and can remove the markings on knobs and panels.  Even
Windex can do this if the paint is badly oxidized, so it's best to
test on a panel character or a knob marker that won't be missed too
much if it wipes off.  Also, don't leave the Windex on the panel any
longer than necessary.  When you spray it on, it will drip down the
panel and you'll see the yellow smoke film dissolving and dripping
down with it. Have a rag ready so you can wipe it quickly, before the
goop gets into cracks and crevices where it'll never come out.

To get the film off knurled or fluted knobs, use a toothbrush.  Spray
the Windex directly on the toothbrush, then lightly scrub the knobs.
This will get the film as well as dust and dirt out of all the small
crevices in the knobs.  Don't use too much cleaner for this - the
toothbrush should be damp, not soaking wet.

Finally, when you wipe the meter face or other glossy plastic
surfaces, use the softest, thickest paper towels you can find.  They
should be a major brand.  Cheap paper towels, especially the thin
ones, tend to have coarser fibers that can scratch the surface.

73,
Jack  WB3U


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From: [e-mail](WILLIAM CLAY JONES )
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Subject: Re: Smoke Filled Radio
Date: 25 Dec 1995 19:08:49 GMT
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In <4bi8gp$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Ronald Ries)
writes:
>
>Well, I just purchased my first previously owned radio through the
mail
>and it arrived and checked out just like the seller advertised. Looks
>great, works great.
>
>One small hitch, the rig was a one owner who smoked. The shack now
smells
>like old cigarette butts.
>
>Anybody have any experience with eliminating the problem or at least
>minimizing the odor? I have a dish full of baking soda next to the rig

>and it helps a bit. Any other thoughts?
>
>Thanks!
>
>Ron
>
>--
>Heck, writing is easy. Just sit down and open a vein...
>
Ron,
You might try a good circuit cleaner like a freon-based component
cleaner or contact cleaner.  Pop open the case and bathe the boards in
cleaner.  You'll be amazed at the color of the fluid as it drips off
the boards...yuk!!!  This should help.

73s
Clay KI5KT



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From: Sean McDonald <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Sound Blaster 16 as a DSP unit?
Date: 27 Dec 1995 20:23:25 GMT
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Hi. Does anyone have any programmes / information on the
Creative Labs Sound Blaster 16 being used as a DSP unit
similar to the MFJ-784 unit ?

I would appreciate any related information. Where are such
programmes available ? Commercial or Shareware ? On the Net ?

Thanks, 73s

Sean McDonald
email: [e-mail]


From Unknown Wed Dec 27 18:26:41 1995
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From: Peter Shintani <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: Standard C-112 VHF Handheld?
Date: 25 Dec 1995 23:35:01 GMT
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Dear John:
        You are sh-t out of luck may be.
From over 5 years ago, the Japanese PTT has asked Japanese manufacturers to ab
id by
an unwritten rule. It is called the J mark. On the side of the carton of the r
adio, there is
a  triagular symbol with a letter "J" inside. This mark indicates that the rad
io is not
modifiable. Pre-88 or so radios were easily mod'd for expanded rx and tx.
( I know for a fact that the Standard C500 was ok I had one, and so was the fi
rst bunch of
C520's but not any later models)  At that time, the Japanese police were still
 on VHF and
probably had a lot of interference, before moving up and in to SS.
        If you radio was old stock, ie there was  no J mark on the carton it should b
e modifiable.
Standard radios typically needed to have a diode removed to expand rx and anot
her diode
added or removed to add expanded tx. If it is a J marked radio   , it is possi
ble to expand
the rx range  but not the TX. One has to change the original CPU to a export m
odel's cpu..
You should contact the Standard sales / service station near by.
Many pre-J mark era Japanese domestic models needed only a wire cut aka the
typical US Mars/CAPs mod, but not all. I have access to some mod'd lists at ho
me, but
I don't remember if the C112 was listed. I threw away all my old catalogs, so
I can't
remember what vintage a C112.
        Stardard has their own type of battery back design.  The only compatible batt
ery back in
the USA that I know of is  Heathkit's. Heathkit at one time OEM'd VHF radio's
from
Standard, and thus some Heathkit battery back  may be available. This goes sim
ilarly for
the instruction manual, I know for a fact that the instruction  manual for the
 C500 was
available form Heathkit, because I gave my dad a C500 for a present. He couldn
't
understand the manual either so we ordered an english version from Heathkit fo
r a few
dollars. I don't know if Heathkit carried a oem version of the C112.
Good luck with your CPU change.
Peter
PS some later models could be mod'd with a keyboard command sequence upon turn
ing
power on, but again this mod is only good for pre-J mark vintage radios for ex
panded TX.




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From: [e-mail] (Felix G. Sassano, M.D.)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Ten Tec Centurion Amp Comments
Date: 20 Dec 1995 04:12:16 GMT
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   John:

You may want to consider looking at the Ten-Tec Hercules II - solid state
(500watts) and quiet as silk..I have been using one fopr about 2  years
now and love it...RARELY do I miss out on a pile up!  AND it's only ONE
S-Unit less that the tube amps.

-73-

Felix

--
"primum non nocere"


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Subject: Re: Ten Tec Centurion Amp Comments
Date: 23 Dec 1995 14:52:10 GMT
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[e-mail] (Felix G. Sassano, M.D.) wrote:
>
>    John:
>
> You may want to consider looking at the Ten-Tec Hercules II - solid state
>

I agree! The Hercules II is a great amp!
I have owned one for while and it is reliable and quiet.
Another great product from Ten-Tec.

Greg  KN4FR



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>
> Is anyone using the Ten-tec 6 meter tranverter? If so, how do you like
> it? I understand it is avalibile in kit form. Would be interested in
> knowing how it performs.
>
> Thanks,
> Steve
> WA4GZE


Hi Steve. I built one of the TenTec kits.  It's the best $95 I've spent
on the hobby in years.  It was easy to put together (the manual makes it
foolproof) and performance is excellent. I use in in my car with my
TS-50.  I worked all over the place during this past summer Sporadic-E
season.
Everything is included in the kit from parts, connectors, wire and a
nice case. You couldn't build one from scratch for less...well worth it.

I recommend it highly !
Cheers..

Hugh Duff  VA3TO  Toronto


---
 ■ NFX v1.3 [000]


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Subject: Ten-Tec OMNI-VI-Help Please
Date: 25 Dec 1995 20:47:10 -0500
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I'm seriously considering purchasing the above unit (although not
necessarily a brand new one).

What I would appreciate knowing is whether the Model 563 is the most
current version and also what is the latest revision or modification no.

As well, all comments, both positive and negative, would be appreciated.

Finally, if you have any suggestions on minimal configuration (phone and
digital use only), they would be greatly appreciated as would any leads for
pre-owned units.

Thanks in advance.

--
Lou Milrad-VE3TRY
[e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Steven Fritts)
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Subject: RE: Ten-Tec rig-Thanks!!
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I want to thank all who commented on the Ten-Tec 6 meter rig. Really
apprciate all the comments from everyone! I'll get one after the
holidays!

Thanks again,

Steve



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From: [e-mail] (Bob Smith)
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Subject: TM455 for sat work?
Date: 26 Dec 1995 18:50:02 GMT
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Have a chance to pick up a Kenwood TM455 for a song.  Any opinions on this rig

for SAT work.  Need to get the 430 side covered.

Thanks in advance for any info.
--
Bob Smith, Atlanta, GA
[e-mail]
TAPR 5412  ARRL



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From: [e-mail] (Steven Fritts)
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Subject: Trade D-104 mike
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I have a D-104 amplified mike that I would like to trade for a 444 or
similar type mic.

Thanks,

Steve



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Subject: Re: Trade D-104 mike
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Steve; I have a Shure 444d I'll trade you if yours is in good shape. Call
me or leave message here. 805 4851398 VR Dan L.



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From: Robert Blumenkranz <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: Trouble with Yaesu FT900
Date: Sun, 24 Dec 1995 21:02:51 -0700
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It was my Ft-900 that Joe was refering to. I went
through three of them before they discovered that more
than just the micro can cause the problem. In my case
after the third Ft-900 from Yaesu, they discovered that
I had an bad (straight from the factory) remote head
cable. It was causing the problem. But you also need to
make sure that you have the latest micro. If not you
will have the problem forever.

Mine never shuts off anymore. But I have another beef. I
have never been able to see the Noise blanker do
anything. I have many other rigs that kill the noise
right away, but the FT-900 Noise blanker does not seem
to work at all. Anyone else had this problem???

Good luck. 73 Ni6r
Robert Blumenkranz
[e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Bull 66)
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Subject: TS-440S parts
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I need a front panel assembly for a Kenwood TS-440S xcvr part no.
A20-2556-03.  I know that they aren't made anymore, but going through
Kenwood has been a joke in the past.  Anyone have an address or idea who
might have these parts available, or a mint one from a smoked unit for
sale?  Please e-mail me with any info....Thanx...


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From: [e-mail] (Ed Harrington)
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Subject: TS-870 Comments
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Please send/post comments on your experience with the new Kenwood TS-870!!
Thanks and 73s,
Ed--AA1IN


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From: [e-mail] (Brian L. Lewis)
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Subject: Re: TS850 slope tune with CW filter
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Kris,

    My 850 acts the same way.  I have the identical filter setup.  When using
the slope with cw the low cut is all the way around to about 1-2 o'clock posit
ion.  The high slope barely away from its default.

    I now use a Timewave DSP and never play with the slope.  But I did use the
 slope a bit prior to the DSP.  Good luck.

N5OCD



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From: [e-mail] (Mike )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: using portable Ham unit as phone
Date: Tue, 26 Dec 1995 17:40:41 GMT
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Yes, Phone patches exist and the best way to use one is to join a
local repeater that has one on a high mountain-top somewhere.....

I'm very interested in hearing more about the kids that were expelled.
What else prompted the expulsion? I find it hard to understand how
(legally) two students could recieve such treatment...........
-Mike

[e-mail] (Sean Cull) wrote:

>I am very new to Ham radios, but I am reading up on them so I will
>actually be able to understand the chatter in this forum =) My question
>is this: back when I was in high school, a few years back, two students
>got expelled for using portable Ham radios for making long distance phone
>calls. Not that I would want to do that, but the idea sounds interesting.
>I have heard rumors of being able to use a portable unit in conjunction
>with your phone at home to make outgoing calls, or take incoming calls.
>I've heard of something called a "phone patch kit". Does such a thing
>exist?

>Regards,
>Sean Cull
>[e-mail]


~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
          Mike Krueger - KC6ZSF
           [e-mail]

       "Back up my hard drive!?!
 I can't even find the reverse switch!"
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~



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From: [e-mail](Johnny B. Goode )
Newsgroups: misc.forsale,rec.radio.swap,sci.electronics,sci.engr.manufacturing,sci.med.radiology,sci.engr.chem,rec.radio.amateur.space,sci.space,rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: VARIAN MICROWAVE AMPS and related gear MUST SELL or TRADE
Date: 24 Dec 1995 22:44:13 GMT
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    FOR SALE- OR TRADE::
Varian VZX6983G5GLM  8-12.4 ghz 53db gain 200watt Xband amp (new)
$16,000.
Varian VZM6993051505   12-18ghz 53db gain 200watt KU band amp
(new)$13,000.
Varian VZX6981KADEH  8-12.4ghz 40db gain 20 watt Xband amp(1007
hrs.)$7,500.
L&R Communications low noise amp local controle & monitor
Scientific Atlanta Antenna Motor Controler Mod.# 8841A
Arbiter Systems Satelite Controled clock mod.#1026B
LAMDA  LFS-44-48
Digital      H7100A
Scientific Atlanta 3267260   mod.#4663R
"                       " Digital Processing Unit mod.#7325
"                       " Signal Source mod.#2180
"                        "Power Amp 3080 Pedestal
Datum Digital Clock
Texas Instruments XDS/22 Illuminator
12 Schlumberger Test Fixture Kit cases
Canoga Perkins fiber optics Bus Interface
Aerotech 1000 D.C. Permanent Magnet Servo Motor
560sq.ft. S.C.I.F.(secure compartemented information facility)3
rooms,all electronic filters,etc...
Frequency West mod.MO-109XB-17 serial 320 1435omhz
Midwest Microwave mod1044 Step Athenuator D.C. 8.0ghz
Dishes,300' wave guid,and alot more 770-726-5548-dig.pager
Ready to make Package deal !!!       770-279-9507-hm.# after Dec. 29th
Must move,any interesting trades???


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Subject: various test gear/ham
From: [e-mail] (Michael Zero)
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Sat, 23 Dec 1995 00:17:00 -0640
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for sale, not by me but a friend...of mine

Signal Generators:

608-c 10mhz-480mhz $150
H P 606-b 50kc-65mhz $150

Tempo 1, multiband ham radio $200

uniden bearcat 8500 scanner  25mhz-1300 mhz new in box $300



willing to negotiate prices....local only 40 mile radius near boston ma.

e-mail to [e-mail] or post here


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From: [e-mail] (SCN User)
Subject: Vehicle's computer causes interference.
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Has anyone else had problems with the computer used in the `93 Chevy
Suburban causing interference on 2 meters?

The problem I've encountered is lots of spurious signals across the vhf
band,  147.54 mhz to be specific.

Any ideas on how to fix this?

Kerwin, N7JGW

--
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                                      #
        [e-mail]                 #   History is a thing of the past.
                                      #


From Unknown Wed Dec 27 18:26:58 1995
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From: [e-mail] (Pieter Ibelings)
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Subject: VHF MARS mod for IC-706
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>From: [e-mail]

>The additional items to in the Tech bullitain to restore out of two
>meter transmit are as follows (not endorsed or denied by icom USA):
>remove Diode #60 and cut the jumper next to it labled "W4".  Then
>remove either (Q38 or R353 resitor) on the main PCB (about one inch to
>right of Diode #60.  Then turn over the radio and cut a trace (You need
                                                ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^???
>picture of schematic to see clearly and install a jumper froM IC32 pin
>11 to the point where you cut the trace.  This will restore transmit
>from 135 to 175 MHZ.



I was looking at the information given in this mod and comparing it to the sch
ematic. This mod seems to be legit. The jumper labeled W4 on
the schematic appears to be the green 0 ohm resistor just to the rear of D59.
In the USA version removing D60 and removing W4 would be the
same thing.
I believe that removing D60 just prevents the radio from tx on aircraft band a
fter the VHF mod is performed. Removing Q38 or R353 would have
the same effect as cutting the yellow wire (J4). The receiver would work bette
r if the yellow wire is rerouted to the VCO switching
transistor. So all that is left is pin 11 of IC32. This pin is the same as the
  orange wire next to the famous yellow wire. All this wire
does is supply 5 Volts whenever the radio is outside the 0-60MHz range. This w
ire labeled L8 on the schematic is the one responsible for
enableing the 2 meter bandpass filters that are located in the PA unit. It als
o disables the high power amplifier which consists of a pair
of MRF 255 and is used in the HF and 6 meter bands. It appears to me that all
that is preventing the radio from txing outside the 144-148
range is a control pin. The PA unit appears to be fully enabled in the range 1
18-174. The control pin that disables the out of band TX must
be acting on one of the pre driver stages maybe IC1 or IC38. Now if we could f
ind this missing information about the control pin, all that
would be necessary would be to rewire it to the orange wire. This would enable
 it in all the range 118-174 MHz.

On the receive side, it appears like the 60MHzHP/129MHzLP filter that is selec
ted for receive anywhere outside the ham 2 meter band used to
be a (60-200) filter. This would explain why this filter would have been selec
ted the way it is in the unmodified version.

Now that I got a copy of the schematic I am making a list of things that I'm g
oing to change to the radio. I just wished that Icom would
have engineered the radio a little better. Although the radio is an outstandin
g attempt at a tribander all-mode radio, it could have been a
lot better.

73's
AC4OP
[e-mail]
http://www.mindspring.com/~wave






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From: Brian Cox <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Want ICOM IC-W31A Mods
Date: 27 Dec 1995 05:21:01 GMT
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If anyone has any mod, software or hardware, to the IC-W31A
HT, please let me know where to get them.

Thanks.


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From: [e-mail] (P.Bennett)
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Subject: Want opinions/experience with Hamtronics equipment
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I am looking for any information re quality and reliability of the Hamtronics
TA901 and R901 900 MHz transmitter and receiver.  Would these units be suitalb
e
for use in a repeater link?  (and, in general, how is the 900 MHz band for a
line-of-sight link??)

Peter Bennett VE7CEI                | Vessels shall be deemed to be in sight
Internet: [e-mail]         | of one another only when one can be
Packet: ve7cei@ve7kit.#vanc.bc.ca   | observed visually from the other
TRIUMF, Vancouver, B.C., Canada     |                          ColRegs 3(k)
GPS and NMEA info and programs: ftp://sundae.triumf.ca/pub/peter/index.html



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From: [e-mail] (N4IJ)
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Subject: Want: Yaesu FT-102 service manual
Date: 23 Dec 1995 19:33:03 -0500
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I'm looking for a service manual for the FT-102. Original or a copy. The
owners
manual contains a couple of schematics but omits all of the RF/IF area. A
complete set of schematics would be ok in lieu of a service manual.

Doug [e-mail]
[phone]


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From: [e-mail] (Ken Fredstrom)
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Subject: Wanted Microphone
Date: 23 Dec 1995 20:29:01 -0700
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Does anyone have a Kenwood desktop microphone they may want to sell
fairly reasonable? [e-mail]
KEN



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Subject: Wanted Motorola MFC 6070 i.c. chip source?
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Looking for a source for a Motorola MFC-6070 I.C., to fix my Cushman Service M
onitor CE-6, does anyone know where to get these
older I.C.'s.  Joe Orrico WB6HRO [e-mail]


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Subject: Re: Wanted:  heathkit, lafayette, allied catalogs
Date: 27 Dec 1995 05:53:37 GMT
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searching for heathkit, allied electronics, lafayette catalogs from 1955
thru 1965.  if you have any laying around, please let me know.

bobby wb5wur






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From: [e-mail] (Paul Erickson)
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Subject: Wanted: 250hz filters for ts830s
Date: 24 Dec 95 15:13:23 GMT
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Anyone have some that they are willing to part with? Failing that
are there any after market filters that are better than the kenwood ones?

Merry Christmas,

Paul
ve7cqk
email: [e-mail]



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From: [e-mail] (Stephen C. O'Hara)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Wanted: Schematic for RCI 2950,2900
Date: Wed, 27 Dec 1995 02:08:33 GMT
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I am looking for a schematic for RCI 2950, 2900 10m radios. Anyone
with these or suggesting place to find this information please reply
by mail to: [e-mail]
Thanks, Steve



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From: [e-mail] (Jay B)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Wanted:A FT-530 Operators manual copy!
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i ripped off a ft-530 and need a copy of a manual too.  thanks.


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Call the factory. They should be able to get manuals. OR tell you where
you can find them
--
William Thomas Simpson
[e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Mike Stansberry)
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Subject: Re: What is HF?
Date: 27 Dec 1995 13:32:49 GMT
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Rich Fortnum ([e-mail]) wrote:
: I'm confused what HF is.

: I thought it was 30 to 50 MHz, with VHF being 140 MHz, and UHF being UHF.

: What is below 30 MHz?

: Cheers.

HF:     3-30 MHz
VHF:  30-300 MHz
UHF: 300-3000 MHz

Mike



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Subject: What receiver is good for me?
Date: Mon, 25 Dec 1995 21:05:57 GMT
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Nice to meet you.

I want a world band radio. I have use a old one which is not digital.
So I decided to buy a short wave radio.

I want a model of SONY because they are very popular at my  place.
The model are ICF-SW30, ICF-SW33, ICF-SW7600G .

I don't  like to listen the ham band but standard English
broadcasting.
Please help me choose the model.
Good Buy.






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From: [e-mail] (Brian Williams)
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Subject: Re: Where to get crystals?
Date: 22 Dec 1995 23:49:35 GMT
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In article <4b3rq5$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
says...

>Try JAN crystals at 1-800-JAN-XTAL.  Ask for free catalog.
>I've dealt with them for years.  Never been disappointed.

>73, Dean KC5NG

Can also try:

Wolf Ent. at [phone]

D.W.Thomas at [phone] OR [phone]

Cal's Crystals [phone]



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From: [e-mail] (ZaaX)
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Subject: Which 6mt FM only rig is the best?
Date: 26 Dec 1995 12:45:19 -0500
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I ma thinking about buying a 6 meter FM from either Alinco or Azden. If
you own
on of these rigs please send me an e-mail and tell me what you like or
dislike
about it. Any info will be greatly appreciated!

73 Zack
N8FNR


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From: [e-mail] (Steven Fritts)
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Subject: WTB Antenna tuner/wattmeter
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Hello,

Looking for an antenna tuner/wattmeter comb. such as a MFJ 941 or
similar.

Thanks,

Steve



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Subject: WTB SP-901 (spkr for FRG-7700) and Memory Unit
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Want to buy a SP-901 speaker and the memory unit for my
FRG-7700 Communications Receiver.

Jim, KB9KID
[e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Anthony O. Cardenas)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: WTB UHF MICOR RPTR LoSplit
Date: Mon, 25 Dec 1995 00:04:05 GMT
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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.  Know anyone in the
two-way radio business that may have one?

Please EMail replies to:  [e-mail]
or call:  310-549-5520


Many thanks!
Tony
WA6IGJ





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From: [e-mail] (MHLINE)
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Subject: WTB- Recording equipment
Date: 27 Dec 1995 04:10:47 -0500
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I am interested in buying all kinds of pro-audio equipment
(mics,compressors, preamps, consosles etc) for my recording studio. I am a
serious buyer, and will pay your price for equipment that I can use.
Please contact me via e mail or phone me at 818-244-1909.
Thank you........ Mark

The following is a partial list of equipment that I am looking for:

Microphones by- RCA, Neumann, AKG, Telefunken, Schoeps, Altec etc.

Compressors, mic pres etc by- Langevin. UREI, Universal Audio, Altec,
Pultec, Fairchild , API etc

Any tube audio gear including professional tape decks.


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From: Michael Neidich <[e-mail]>
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Subject: WTB: Hallicrafters S-38C Exc. or Mint Only
Date: Sat, 23 Dec 1995 09:12:50 -0800
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Nostalgia time.  If you have one, email to [e-mail].
73, K2ENN


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From: [e-mail] (Jack Glidden)
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Subject: WTB: Heath SB-614, SB-634, and SB-604
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I am looking to buy  a SB-614 Monitor Scope
SB-634 Station Console
SB-604 Speaker
SB-230 Amp (maybe)

Need to have them in working order and would perfer with manuals.
If you can help pleas E-mail as access to this group is random as best

Thanks......





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I am looking to buy  a SB-614 Monitor Scope
SB-634 Station Console
SB-604 Speaker
SB-230 Amp (maybe)

Need to have them in working order and would perfer with manuals.
If you can help pleas E-mail as access to this group is random as best

Thanks......





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From: [e-mail] (Steven Fritts)
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Subject: WTB: HF Wattmeter or SWR Meter
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Do any of you have a HF Wattmeter or SWR meter with watt indicator to
sell? Looking for something like an MFJ 941 or Drake wattmeter.

Thanks!

Steve
WA4GZE



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From: [e-mail] (Manny Tau, Psy.D.)
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Subject: WTB: Standard C508a HT
Date: 24 Dec 1995 22:18:23 GMT
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Looking for a used Standard C508a dual band micro HT.

Thanx for any leads....Manny


  ************************************
   Manny Tau WH6OQ
   [e-mail]
   CI$: 73617,1731
  ************************************



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Subject: Yaesu FT-11R / FT-41R Question
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I am going to purchase two of these for com between wife and I while
moble. Would some one who has knowledge of these to units please tell me
which they think is better and why. Which one is better with repeaters?
If you would please reply via E-mail it is faster.

TIA
Gary Woolery
[e-mail]


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Subject: Yaesu FT-51R Major Mod
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I assume no responsibility for this information.
Modifying your radio involves risk and will void your warranty.
Modification involves desoldering two microscopic joints.
Transmitting outside the bands is ILLEGAL
This modification clears all memory from your radio. SEE BOTTOM.

I have modified my radio to recieve from 60 to 999 mhz. It will also transmit
through much of this area, but doing so is illegal!!!

Instructions:

Remove battery.
Remove 6 screws holding bottom cover.
Remove battery latch.
Loosen 4 screws holding outer case together.
Remove lower cover.
Unfasten ribbon cable and secure with tape.

There are three joints soldered on jumpers. You will remove the bottom  two.
Desolder lower two jumpers from jumper pad located just above where
ribbon cable attaches.
Leave upper jumper intact: Probably for European models.
Reconnect ribbon cable.
Re-assemble radio.

Hold down UP and DOWN Volume and CALL buttons while pressing power.

The display will read "BAND 1"

Hold FM key down until F key blinks.
Press BAND key several times until it reads "BAND 7"
Press FM key again. It will stop blinking.
Press CALL button.
Radio will shut off.

Modification is now complete!

You must now program your radio again. I suggest using R-T systems
software to keep the old frequencies.

If you use the software you will need a template for band 7.
Before the modification, upload all frequencies to a file.
After modification load the empty radio to a file and name BAND7.
Now open your old file.
Choose "USE TEMPLATE" and choose BAND7
Send the date to the radio as usual.


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From: [e-mail] (WA8ULX)
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Subject: Yaeusu Ft101 Service Manual
Date: 25 Dec 1995 18:15:02 -0500
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i HAVE FORT SALE Ft101 Service Manual I can be reached at 504-8937227 or
WA8ULX&AOL.Com 73 and thanks Bruce


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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
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Subject: Re: Yes, Kenwood is losing it
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   USCG TELECOMMS <[e-mail]> wrote:

>I had a 940S for five years with no problems.  One day the power output
>dropped to zero.  Ham Radio Outlet charged me $600 to repair.  They
>turned it on and it worked for about 10 minutes and blew up again.  I
>called in my insurance company and got $2100 for the radio; I donated
>the radio.

What kind of insurance do you have?  Was this lightning damage?

73,
Jack  WB3U


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From: [e-mail] (Bull 66)
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Subject: Re: Yes, Kenwood is losing it
Date: 23 Dec 1995 22:43:58 -0500
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I also had solder problems with my TS-440s, ....the external speaker jack
was flaky and probably the hardest point in that radio to re-solder, of
course.  Also, the rig would sometimes die when switched to the 15 mtr
band, which was caused by poor factory alignment on one of the oscillator
stages.  The problems are getting worse all the time from what I hear from
people on the air.  Also had bad fan sensor go bad right after I bought
the rig new....


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From: [e-mail] (JCHol)
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Subject: Re: Yes, Kenwood is losing it
Date: 24 Dec 1995 14:48:45 -0500
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I have had a TS-850 for four years.  Absolutely no trouble.  I have also
owned a TS-140 and TS-830, both of which I bought used.  All have been
very good rigs.   Every Kenwood owner I know personally is pleased.  Maybe
these bad experiences are in the minority.  How about it, hams?  (No I
don't work for or have any affiliation with anyone in the ham radio
equipment business).

73 de John, WA5TWL....


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>
> --------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> Newsgroup: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
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>      (Earliest articles...)
>      (Earlier articles...)
>
>    * re adjusting DAIWA SWR meter - Danie Brynard (10)
>    * RX coverage on IC475 - Danie Brynard (2)
>    * re Daiwa Power Meter - Danie Brynard (10)
>    * Alinco DR-MO6T or Azden 6mt any good - ZaaX (5)
>    * Re: Do DSP's really help? - Conway Yee (119)
>         o W8JI Tom (29)
>    * Re: Cellular Phone Radio - Rhyolite95 (4)
>    * Comparing Tiny HF (w/6m) Mobile Rigs - Robert J. Carpenter (28)
>    * Need help identifing MOTOROLA radio - Skip Withrow (16)
>    * Alinco radios are not junk - Scott Rosenfeld NF3I (13)
>    *  Gripe about QST Automatic Tuner Article
>         o Zack Lau (37)
>              + WB3U (47)
>                   + Garry Foster (24)
>                        + WB3U (31)
>         o Hugh Duff (46)
>         o Doug Faunt N6TQS [phone] (9)
>    *  5$ Mod. For Dead HT Batts!
>         o Kenneth M. Gianino (14)
>         o Brian Williams (25)
>    *  Alinco Radios Are Junk
>         o Thomas Brockdorf AA9IS (34)
>         o WB3U (13)
>         o WB3U (9)
>    * IC 706 "Expanded 2 Meter TX" Mod, - Mike Aust (26)
>    * Yaesu FT-51R Major Mod - [e-mail] (47)
>    * FT-530 NI-MH battery pack - Jim Higgins (8)
>         o Brass Hat (6)
>              + Rhyolite95 (4)
>    * TS-870 Comments - Ed Harrington (3)
>    * Re: IC-706 Filters - James Garland (23)
>    * RE: IC-706 Filters - Mike Aust (106)
>    * Wanted Motorola MFC 6070 i.c. chip source? - eugene@ loop.com
>      (2)
>    * Re: IC-706 Filters - Mike Aust (19)
>    * Re: Help ! Manual Needed For Kenwood 520SE - Brian Williams
>      (12)
>    * Re: Alinco DX-70? - Brian Williams (12)
>    * R-725 (R-390A Variant)??? - N5OFF (12)
>         o Radiomatt (13)
>    * Alinco - Allen Skaggs (9)
>    * RE: RAYTHEON TUBE RADIOS-RAY-TEL PWR 2 - PWR 4???? - Jman1173
>      (7)
>    * WTB: Hallicrafters S-38C Exc. or Mint Only - Michael Neidich
>      (2)
>    * Ameritron AL811X - Coen Waasdorp (7)
>         o WB3U (18)
>    * Re: FT-990 MARS/CAP mod please! - Jim Reville (11)
>    * Help ! Need Manual For Kenwood TS520SE - Frank Plumptre (11)
>    * (none) - Bobby Raymer (2)
>    * Circuits vs Code? - Todd Little (28)
>         o WB3U (79)
>         o Garry Foster (23)
>              + W8JI Tom (32)
>                   + WB3U (37)
>    * various test gear/ham - Michael Zero (16)
>    * Re: HEATH HAM-SCAN - WB3U (13)
>    * LOOKING FOR: - Chris Boone (10)
>    *  Is Kenwood loosing it or what?
>         o Don Simpson (11)
>         o Danie Brynard (6)
>    * RE: Ten-Tec rig-Thanks!! - Steven Fritts (9)
>    *  icom 706
>         o "David E. Shelton" (2)
>         o "David E. Shelton" (4)
>              + Charles Brain (16)
>         o "David E. Shelton" (9)
>    * Info Wanted on Kenwood TM-733A - Kcc007 (12)
>    * q - └╠┴ª╚± (2)
>    * WTB: Heath SB-614, SB-634, and SB-604 - Jack Glidden (12)
>    * VHF MARS mod for IC-706 - Pieter Ibelings (43)
>    * Re: Alinco Radios Are "Not" Junk - jls (14)
>    * Re: MFJ 2m and 6m radios - [e-mail] (4)
>    * Smoke Filled Radio - Ronald Ries (18)
>         o "C. J. Hawley Jr." (20)
>              + WB3U (31)
>    * Want opinions/experience with Hamtronics equipment - P.Bennett
>      (11)
>    * NEED Schematic for DTMF decoder Using SSI202P chip - Wanda M
>      Desmond (11)
>    * TS-440S parts - Bull 66 (5)
>    * HAM RADIO GARAGE SALE !!!!!!!!!!!!!! - [e-mail] (17)
>    * Need specs for IC820H dual bander - Danie Brynard (7)
>    * For Sale Icom R71A - Michael T. Hodgson (18)
>    * q - Eddie Stark (2)
>    * Re: Opinions please -- Ten-Tec Paragon II - WB3U (29)
>         o "David E. Shelton" (20)
>         o Greg Buhyoff (15)
>    *  Yes, Kenwood is losing it
>         o WB3U (12)
>         o Bull 66 (7)
>    * Re: HTX-212 mod needed - Robert E. Garland (42)
>    * Mods for Uniden/Bearcat 50XL ? - Andy Swain (11)
>    * Kenwood TR-9130 Parts Needed - "Christopher A. Bowne" (6)
>    * Re: Ten Tec Centurion Amp Comments - Felix G. Sassano, M.D.
>      (13)
>         o Greg Buhyoff (13)
>    * Prices stink - [e-mail] (20)
>    * FS: Kenwood TS 180S HF Transceiver - Robert Redoutey (14)
>    * Re: FT-980 CAT PROGRAM - Ed Coan (17)
>    * 2m/220 HT, ICOM or STANDARD?? - My name is... (4)
>    * Any mods for the Icom IC 2350H - J.FOX (5)
>    * Re: Austin Amateur Radio Suppy - Robert Needleman (68)
>    * Please re-post info on Portland, Oregon ham store closeout -
>      Steve Kagan (8)
>    * WTB: Standard C508a HT - Manny Tau, Psy.D. (11)
>    * VARIAN MICROWAVE AMPS and related gear MUST SELL or TRADE -
>      Johnny B. Goode (29)
>    * MOD FOR HTX-212 NEEDED PLEASE - N9MXT1 (11)
>    * Santa's Xmas Gift to you all - Santa (14)
>    * FS 1.2GHz NEW REPEATER - Anthony O. Cardenas (14)
>    * WTB: HF Wattmeter or SWR Meter - Steven Fritts (9)
>    * FT-757GXII/FC-757AT Users? - Craig Young (12)
>         o Dick DiVittorio (32)
>    * F.S.or Trade D-104 - Steven Fritts (9)
> F.S. TS-830S WITH 6 METER TRANSVERTER
> --------------------------------------------------------------------
>




From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:06:30 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Roland Geter sr)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: RADIO STATION DATABASE.ZIP
Date: 26 Dec 1995 01:50:57 GMT
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I've received the RADIO STATION DATABASE in about 5 or 6 parts but no
unzip instructions.  I have my own copy of PKUNZIP.EXE but to DATABASE.
EXE C:\DEMO. . . .etc.
-
  ROLAND S GETER SR
  [e-mail]




From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:06:31 1996
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From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: HAM RADIO GARAGE SALE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Date: 26 Dec 1995 02:03:01 GMT
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-Super-Rare collectors item: Bird model 4342 dual
 Wattmeter serial# 332 w/ 2 VHF slugs.
 $Make Offer

-mint condition low serial number original PAKRATT
 PK-232 (Not MBX model) with original software, manual,
 and cables Asking $150 + Shipping / COD Charges.
 $Make Offer

-intech mariner U-106 xtal controlled marine VHF
 $25.00

-TE Systems Model 4410G 100W 440-470 Mhz Amplifier
 w/ switchable in-line RX preamp, FM/ SSB-CW mode switch,
 10w in for 100w out or 5w in for 50w out.

-Yaesu FT-711RH 25W UHF Mobile
 $350.00 / OBO

-Icom IC-435 16 ch. 35W commercial UHF Mobile 460-470 Mhz band w/
 CTCSS, mounting bracket, hand Mic.
 $100.00

-Motorola M-100 Radius 25w 2ch compact commercial UHF
 mobile 440-470 Mhz w/ mounting brkt, spkr, and hand mic.
 $150.00

-Astron RM-50M Radc Mount Power Supply.
 $Make Offer

All prices above do not include shipping / COD charges.
If Interested:   E-Mail [e-mail]



From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:06:32 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Sean Cull)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: using portable Ham unit as phone
Date: 26 Dec 1995 02:50:18 GMT
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I am very new to Ham radios, but I am reading up on them so I will
actually be able to understand the chatter in this forum =) My question
is this: back when I was in high school, a few years back, two students
got expelled for using portable Ham radios for making long distance phone
calls. Not that I would want to do that, but the idea sounds interesting.
I have heard rumors of being able to use a portable unit in conjunction
with your phone at home to make outgoing calls, or take incoming calls.
I've heard of something called a "phone patch kit". Does such a thing
exist?

Regards,
Sean Cull
[e-mail]



From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:06:33 1996
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From: [e-mail] (G OTTRIA)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Comments On Yaesu FT-8500
Date: 26 Dec 1995 05:20:22 -0500
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I'am interested in this radio but not to sure about it.  If anyone has
this radio or knows a lot about it please leave a message.  What features
really made you buy the radio?  Was it the Yaesu name, good service dept.,
 easy to modify,
good performance?  Any input would be great!!!
                              Greg KE6PTP


From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:06:34 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Stephan Rashkin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Alinco Radios Are Junk
Date: Tue, 26 Dec 1995 05:47:17 GMT
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[e-mail] (Jim Weir) wrote:

>together, it is going to fail.  The more parts, the better the odds it
>is going to crap out, and if you want to know just how soon, go
>through the following math:  Figure each part has 99.9% reliability
>for a ten-thousand hour life.  Figure two thousand parts in the little
>booger and you find that roughly 15% of the radios will make it to the
>ten thousand hour point.  85% of them will have crapped out somewhere
>along the line.  99.9% @ 10,000 hours, by the way, is one hell of a
>reliability to ask of ANY component, much less one that is beat up,
>slammed down, twisted round, and generally given about as much care as
>the average trash can.


>KISS and BURP.

>Jim



I was messing with my son's crystal set last week and the
damn Cat's Whisker busted..last time I buy that brand  :o)

Steve, WA2NHZ





From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:06:35 1996
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Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Req info: Uniden 900Mhz HT (FPS 910TS)
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
From: [e-mail] (Chris Conklin (N0PAV))
Date: Tue, 26 Dec 1995 05:52:55 GMT
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As the subject sez, I am looking for any info on programming the
Uniden 900Mhz HT (FPS 910TS).  I believe this is a trunking type radio
but I wish to use it for conventional (amateur of course...) service.

Anyone with experience, documentation, programming equipment or
connections to anyone with programming equip- I would appreciate any
help.

Need to program for ham band, and need to know about CTCSS capacity of
these radios.

Thanks in advance es 73



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From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Swan 1200 x  amp. Signet? info request
Date: Tue, 26 Dec 1995 08:49:14 GMT
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Hello.

  I have obtained a Swan 1200 x  amp that has no user manual.
It is in mint shape, clean enough to eat of off. I am having trouble
getting it loaded. I don't know if the tubes are flat or if I'm doing
something wrong.

  If I could  get a copy of the user manual I would be eternally
gratefull.

William
N8NCX

[e-mail]
[e-mail]
www.bright.net/~griffith



From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:06:36 1996
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From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: REQ:  Mods for Uniden HR 2510 agc.
Date: Tue, 26 Dec 1995 08:50:36 GMT
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Anyone got a mod to speed up my 2510 agc ?



From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:06:37 1996
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From: John Fallows <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave,alt.radio.pirate,rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Do DSP's really help?
Date: 26 Dec 1995 15:15:37 GMT
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[e-mail] (Lincoln Thormahlen) wrote:
>Has anyone tried any of the DSP audio filters?
>Which one(Radio Shack, JPS, MJF, others)?
>I am mainly interested in voice (AM, SSB) notch filtering and noise
>reduction.

I have been using the Timewave DSP-59+ for the past year.  It is
excellent in SSB and Digital modes and fair/good in AM Mode.  With the
latest ROM, the 59+ provides for variable depth noise reduction from the
front panel, and also signal regeneration (recreation) in the digital
modes.  The reason why I give a "less than excellent" rating in AM Mode
is lack of bandwidth.  The specified high end is 3.4 Khz which is not
quite high enough for good broadband noise reduction under some AM
listening conditions.  (Timewave has a new unit on the market, as of
November, which is optimized for AM - Model 599zx.  Also, JPS has a
reasonably priced unit, NTR-1, which is a wideband noise and tone
remover: I have not tried it.)

--
John Fallows                VE6MBA
Calgary, Alberta            Ernst & Young [phone]
[e-mail]




From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:06:39 1996
From: [e-mail] (Doug Reed)
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Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Question: Ge master ii at
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 27 Dec 1995 06:32:41 -0100
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Since you will be using these radios as base transmitters, there is
another modification to the exciter you might want to try.  The mike
input is designed for a low impedance carbon/active mike.  The mike amp
IC puts about 10 volts on the input pin thru a resistance as required
for a 600 ohm carbon mike.  This voltage source in the mike amp IC loads
down the input quite a bit, reducing input sensitivity and introducing
high frequency roll-off.  Removing the two components responsible for
the mike bias voltage significantly increases the mike input sensitivity
as well as improving audio response.

*** These directions are for the crystal controlled exciter, not PLL.
First remove the exciter from the chassis.  In the front corner of the
board you'll see the mike amp IC.  This is U101 on the schematic.  It is
a 14 pin inline circuit with pin 14 nearest the corner.  Locate pin 11
of the IC.  Depending on the exact board model, you should be able to
follow the trace to a 22 mfd capacitor that goes to ground and a 200 ohm
resistor that connects to the 10 volt buss, pin 7 of the main PCB header
or pin 1 of the channel elements.  On later model boards there is a
wire jumper between pin 11 of U101 and the resistor and capacitor.  If
you have the jumper, cut it.  If you don't have the jumper, remove the
two parts.  Removing the resistor removes the 10 volts.  Removing the
capacitor improves frequency response and gain.  This does make it
impossible to test the transmitter with the control head and mike.
A similar change will probably work for the PLL exciters.

This mod and the previous suggestion for putting an attenuator in the
exciter output to reduce power foldback were both developed by Chris
Peterson, KF0FX ([e-mail]).  Our repeater has not yet used any of
these mods but they have worked on the bench.  We have used an
unmodified Mastr II transmitter for about three years.  It originally
ran for a year at 80 watts out until the power control transistor
failed.  After replacing the transistor it ran for another year until
the transistor shorted.  We left it and ran 125 watts out for another
year until the 2 watt resistors in the final amp got flakey and the
transmitter died.  Our next transmitter will have all the mods from
these messages.  Another repeater used one of these amps for about 9
months before he had trouble with the resistors and the amp died.
After adding heat sink, the GE base stations add a perforated metal
cover over the whole final amp and a 5" fan blows air on the board.

The heat sink, power control transistor and resistors are the only
trouble points I know of in this amp.  If anyone else has suggestions
for improving the GE Mastr II transmitter, I'd like to read them.

73's.
Doug Reed, N0NAS           email: [e-mail]

 * SLMR 2.1a * Doug Reed, N0NAS    email: [e-mail]




From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:06:40 1996
From: [e-mail] (Doug Reed)
Path: news.epix.net!news.sprintlink.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!rosevax!hamlink!fredmail
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Need Schematic for dtmf d
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 27 Dec 1995 06:32:48 -0100
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WMD>From: [e-mail](Wanda M Desmond )
WMD>Subject: NEED Schematic for DTMF decoder Using SSI202P chip
WMD>Title pretty much says it all. Need a schematic for a DTMF decoder
WMD>using the SSI202P chip (I picked up three of the chips at a swap meet
WMD>for a buck each, they were still sealed in their Rat Shack packaging).
WMD>I need a unit that is handheld, uses an LCD screen, and is not
WMD>connected to a computer.

Hi John.
The SSI202 is a nice little DTMF decoder with parallel binary outputs.
It is not capable of driving an LCD display without adding significant
amounts of circuitry, such as a small micro-controller (micro-computer).
What is fairly feasible is to have the SSI202 drive four LEDs to display
the binary or add more circuitry to drive a single 7 segment LED
display.  You should find the basic SSI202 circuit in the ARRL Handbook.
I know I've seen it in the 1988 book and I'm sure it is in later years
as well.  If you don't have a copy of the Handbook, you'll probably find
it at the local public library.  The SSI204 is a similar decoder with
fewer pins.  We use a lot of them at work from various mfgrs.

73's.
Doug Reed, N0NAS            email: [e-mail]
St Paul, MN

 * SLMR 2.1a * What happened to the Paperless Computerized Revolution?




From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:06:41 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Rich Fortnum)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Which is best BUYER'S GUIDE?
Date: Wed, 27 Dec 1995 08:11:11 -0400
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I'm in the market for a piece of equipment, but I find magazine adverts to
be somewhat limiting on the information it provides on simple things like:

frequency
price
components, etc.

So, I thought a buyer's guide would be best for my position.  Which one
should I get?  How can I get it?

Cheers.

--
¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡
Rich Fortnum (aka BeeRich)
F&M Breweries
Guelph, Ontario
[e-mail] (temporary)
Renaissance Brewers of Fine Ales and Lagersü


From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:06:41 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Rich Fortnum)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: What is HF?
Date: Wed, 27 Dec 1995 08:12:35 -0400
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I'm confused what HF is.

I thought it was 30 to 50 MHz, with VHF being 140 MHz, and UHF being UHF.

What is below 30 MHz?

Cheers.

--
¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡
Rich Fortnum (aka BeeRich)
F&M Breweries
Guelph, Ontario
[e-mail] (temporary)
Renaissance Brewers of Fine Ales and Lagersü


From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:06:42 1996
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From: Paul Moller <[e-mail]>
Subject: DX 70 mod?
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Does anybody have a mod for the DX70 that will allow out of band TX?
This is needed to use 10.151, the dial freq for the national 30m APRS
freq. Thanks.

[e-mail]


From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:06:45 1996
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From: Ed Hare <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Gripe about QST Automatic Tuner Article
Date: 27 Dec 1995 13:37:01 GMT
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Cedric Walker <[e-mail]> wrote:

>I, too, was annoyed by the "source code is not available" footnote in
>that otherwise-excellent antenna tuner design article in January's QST.

Hi, Cedric,

I think the definative words here are "otherwise-excellent."  But let me
clarify a bit: First, if QST *ever* consists only of, or even mainly of,
articles that really are just a description of a kit that contains
proprietary information not avialable to the readers, I am outa' here; I
have more important things to do with my life.  But the likelihood of
that happening is essentially zero; ARRL HQ is populated with a lively
group of hams, including some top-notch homebrewers who put a lot of
effort into making QST into a tool that encourages learning, design and
construction (among other things, of course -- there are parts of QST
*I* don't read!)

In addition, we work to encourage our outside authors to obtain their
permission to distribute source code.  In some cases, we have been
successful with an author who otherwise would have kept it proprietary.

But when all is said and done, it is the author who decides what he or
she wants to offer to QST, and it is our editorial team that decides what
we publish.  When I say we made the right decision, it is not because I
believe that it is not important to distribute source and other
construction information, but because this is an "otherwise-excellent"
article and construction project that is useful and important to the ham
community and offers a good way to obtain an outboard automatic antenna
tuner.  If, IMHO, an article is still "appealing and useful" without the
inclusion of source, as in this case I believe it is, I think it is the
right decision to publish it. As an OBTW, I am not part of the team that
decides these things; I am judging this as an outsider. (And even though
my Boss is in charge of the QST team, as everyone who knows me knows,
knows, that doesn't usually stop me from speaking my mind. :-)  ).

>ARRL, like all publishers, tries to maximize the value of the
>intellectual property that they own by offering for sale reprints,
>collections, books compiled from selected articles, and so on.  That's
>fine, 'cause it can keep our dues down.

Actually, at $3.00 per reprinted article (ARRL Member rate), it is really
not a big $$$ maker for ARRL.  That just about covers the time to send
our hard-working Tech Secretary into the ARRL Library, locate the
article, make the copy, put the book back, address and mail it postpaid,
etc. While there is an economy of scale in batch processing, at about
15-20 article copies a week, this is not a lucrative market.  When you
add to that the time spent for the requests for the "antenna-tuner
article that appeared sometime in the 80s" (really found in 1962, in some
cases), plus the fact that we often "bill" our Members who request
reprints by telephone or email rather than have them prepay, not getting
paid in some cases, I think it costs us a bit rahter than makes us money.

>Now let's assume, for a minute, that the firm (it's a sole source)
>selling the pre-programmed 'HC11 chips suffers some business reversals
>and goes out of business in 6 months.  The economic value of the
>intellectual property of that article (for ARRL) has gone to zero,
>'cause it's against their best interest to publish design articles with
>unobtainable parts.

This point has been raised by a few.  I am less concerned about the
economic value of our reprints going down than I am that, if a company
goes belly up, Members will have NO way of replacing that device if it
fails.  I am going to pitch to our editor types that if we accept any
proprietary source articles, we do request that the author supply it to
*us*, with the provision that we can release it if he or she ever stops
making the devices available.

I am also passing along a request that if we can't obtain the source, we
should ask the author if he or she is willing to supply a flow chart.
That could at least help folks who want to learn more about how it was
done. (I can make no promises on either suggestion, but they are good
ideas and I will pass them along.  Of course, when all is said and done,
if the author does not want to take either step, and the article is
still a good one, we may publish it anyway.)

>In following this thread, and having written to the QST editors, I've
>been most impressed with ARRL's willingness to participate in and
>contribute to this discussion.  I happen to think they were wrong, but
>their decision was neither capricious nor ignorant, and they're to be
>commended for taking the time to explain their actions.  They deserve
>our support!

Why thanks, Cedric,  I, too, disagree with ARRL from time to time
(gasp!), but when I look at the big picture, I still think the
organization does some important things and is worthy of support. :-)

73 and Happy New Year from ARRL HQ,  Ed Hare, KA1CV, ARRL Laboratory
Supervisor




From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:06:46 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Geert Jan de Groot)
Subject: 'ISM' type comm equipment: thread for 70cm band?
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Hi there,

The Europification has brought some very bad news to European
hams who like to use the 70 cm band.
In most countries, this band is shared with the ISM service
(Industrial, Scientific, Medical). ISM is intended for those
applications where RF is needed (and can leak) for other purposes
than communcation: welding, melting, and the like.
One of the ISM allocations is 433.920 MHz +- 0.87 MHz.
The European 70 allocation is 430-440 MHz (in some countries
4332-438 MHz, may be even less). Small-bandwith is concentrated
on the lower end of the band; 432.300 is SSB calling freq,
433.500 is FM calling freq.
Other users (including hams), 'should accept interference caused by ISM'.
Since ISM is usually in industrial areas and hams usually don't live
there, these usages were more or less compatible.

Apart from ISM usage, this ISM band is also used for door openers,
car alarm remote control, and the like. This has lead to situations
where people were unable to unlock their car because of the neighbour
having a contest, but no serious harm was done.
All of these are 'low power apps'

However, some new rules may change that all. The low power apps
limit is now raised to 10 mW, and plans are made to build wireless
loudspeakers and 2-way comm equipment for the band.

Of course, if these applications are interfered by hams, then the
ham applications have precedence. (if you ever thought that RFI problems
were difficult, then try to explain THIS to an angry neighbour who
just bought a $3000 high-end TV set with wireless surround speakers!)
I'm not shure if the precendence rule will work for us in practice.

Another concern is the 2-way radios, as these may be compatible
with regular ham equipment, and we all know what can happen then.
Note that most of the 70cm FM allocation would be part of the ISM
frequencies, and there's no protection against someone calling himself
W1AW there - it would be nearly impossible to protect against making
contacts with non-hams.

Has anyone seen these 2-way radios yet? What frequencies do they use?
What raster? modulation? Are they provided with built-in CTCSS or something
like that? Would we hams be able to use CTCSS or something similar to
shield against the ISM folk?

How have other people dealt with this kind of situation? Are we doomed?

73, and best for 1996,

Geert Jan PE1HZG



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From: "C. J. Hawley Jr." <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Gripe about QST Automatic Tuner Article
Date: Wed, 27 Dec 1995 15:27:48 -0600
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W8JI Tom wrote:
>
> In article <4brnqp$[e-mail]>, Zack Lau <[e-mail]> writes:
>
> >
> >No, I'm asking for the equivalent of the source code.  A precise
> >description of the circuitry so that it can be analyzed and possibly
> >improved.
> >
> >
> Isn't the real question this?
>
> Should an educational article withhold information necessary to complete
> the project, especially if the information only applies to the project and
> can't be used for other applications? Isn't one of the goals of the ARRL
> to advance the skill and knowledge of members in our fraternity? Isn't
> that one of the reasons our hobby even exists?
>
> Even a flow chart would have been nice, so the reader could learn a little
> bit about how the author solved the problem. That certainly couldn't have
> been a "major deal".

The authors wrote me that QST chose not to publish the originally supplied flo
w
chart because they (QST) felt that the readers would not be interested. The
authors will send you a free copy in return for a SASE to the address (I'm
guessing on the address) in the article.
I do believe that QST chose not to print the supplied flow chart, but in their

defense I don't think that they thought that we wouldn't be interested. Probab
ly
something more to do with available space.....and maybe the flow chart was rin
ky
dink and it could be said that anybody interested wouldn't gain much from what

was supplied. Trying to be FAIR here. I haven't seen the flow chart. I like QS
T
and feel that it's extremely valuable in many ways to the art, so I hope that
this controversy causes hams to join so they can vote, rather than join the
chorus of quitters who think that quitting gives them power over their
disagreements.

>
> Besides the questions above, consider this fact of life. The real motive
> behind "forcing" builders to purchase something from an author is not
> important at all. The only thing that matters is what the readers
> **think** the motive was.

Well, I don't know about this. I think that it's pretty obvious that the autho
rs
wanted to capitalize on their efforts (in the long run at least) and that QST
decided to sympathize with them feeling that the tradeoff was a good one. In f
act
that is exactly my problem with the whole thing. I never thought that I was be
ing
FORCED to buy something. I just think that QST should have ethical standards
which would have led them to choose differently on this one. They could have
given us access through a product release or something. Save the article space

for learning. I have a hard time seeing how this article teaches much of anyth
ing
in it's present form....it's kind of like a "73" article on how to make a rela
y
box to switch antennas that belongs in that "New Ham" section. If the majority
 of
us do benefit from the relay articles then maybe the exams ARE too easy (we kn
ow
they are, but we could at least lie to ourselves a little by saving the seriou
s
space for serious stuff). Maybe we could aspire to greaterness.
>
> The reasons for not publishing at least a software description have been
> pretty lame so far.

Yes.

>
> 73,
> Tom

73 de KE9UW
--


Charles Jack Hawley Jr.
Amateur Radio KE9UW (A.K.A. 'Chuck' in Ham Radio)
BMW K100RS, BMWMOA #224 (A.K.A. 'Jack' in Motorcycles)
[e-mail]
Sr. Research Engineer Emeritus
Univ of Ill, Urbana-Champaign


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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
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Subject: Re: Atlas 210X power output Question
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   "Michael G. Reiney" <[e-mail]> wrote:

>I have an Atlas 210X that works fine on 40 meters and up.  On
>75 meters, I can only get about 40W out of it.

That could be many things besides the final amplifier circuitry.
Have you looked at the RF amplitude feeding the drivers or PA?

73,
Jack  WB3U



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  I'm a new ham in Switzerland and want to do some packet radio. I'm
  especially interested in the TCP/IP part. For this I will need a TNC.

  Is there a comparison chart / overview of current TNC's ?

  I'd like to inform myself about what's available at what cost before
  hitting a ham shop around here.

  Markus

---
  Markus Baertschi              Phone: ++41 (22) 901-0101  (++41 (22) 791-5563
)
  Geneva, Switzerland           Mail:  [e-mail] ([e-mail])

  Rap's Law of the Inanimate Reproduction:
    If you take something apart and put it back together enough times,
    eventually you will have two of them.


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From: [e-mail] (SPBellamy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: ICOM 706 Mic/ALC problem?
Date: 27 Dec 1995 16:27:17 -0500
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I got an ICOM 706 radio for Christmas, but have received reports of low
audio.  Using the instruction manual directions, I tried to set mic. gain
using the ALC meter function.   I was unable to get a reading.  I then
screamed into the mic. with the gain set at 10 and just got the bottom LCD
element on the ALC meter to light.  Needless to say this makes it
difficult to even think about setting levels in the compression mode.
I took the unit back to the store and got the old story of, "you're the
only one complaining of this problem."  I did get the local tech. to check
other new units in the store and they had the same problem.  Anybody else
unable to get a decent ALC reading out there?
By the way--I was asked if I had the radio hooked up to a good power
supply and was I using the stock ICOM microphone.  The answer is yes to
both.
AA8MX


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From: [e-mail] (Paul N. Nix)
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Subject: Re: Want diagram computer if ic706
Date: Wed, 27 Dec 1995 17:25:14 -0600
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Enno:

In reference to your query, for a circuit that will
provide an RS-232 interface to your ICOM IC-706 radio;

Do you have access to the magazine "QST", the monthly
publication of the American Radio Relay League (ARRL)?
There have been at least three articles, since about 1991,
that provide interfaces that can be used with ICOM radios.

The simpliest interface uses 5 or 6 transistors, a few
resistors, a few capacitors, perhaps a diode or two, and
it takes power from the transmit data line coming from the
computer, using the negative going data transisitions to
charge up a capacitor to provide the negative voltage for
the RS-232 signal going into the radio.

The other articles use either the MAX232 chip (which has its
own on-board negative voltage supply), or the MC1488/1489
chips, which need a source of negative voltage to work.

I have an IC-706, and am planning on building my own
interface, following the first example that I've given.

Please let me know if you need actual schematic information.

73

Paul N. Nix, WB5AGF
e-mail: [e-mail]


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I'd appreciate it if someone could tell me how to subscribe to the
"boatanchors" email exchange. I lost the info. Tnx.  Jim W8ZR


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From: [e-mail] (Paul N. Nix)
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In article <4bsdnl$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
(SPBellamy) wrote:

> I got an ICOM 706 radio for Christmas, but have received reports of low
> audio.  Using the instruction manual directions, I tried to set mic. gain
> using the ALC meter function.   I was unable to get a reading.  I then
> screamed into the mic. with the gain set at 10 and just got the bottom LCD
> element on the ALC meter to light.  Needless to say this makes it
> difficult to even think about setting levels in the compression mode.
> I took the unit back to the store and got the old story of, "you're the
> only one complaining of this problem."  I did get the local tech. to check
> other new units in the store and they had the same problem.  Anybody else
> unable to get a decent ALC reading out there?
> By the way--I was asked if I had the radio hooked up to a good power
> supply and was I using the stock ICOM microphone.  The answer is yes to
> both.
> AA8MX


A Response
----------

To: Stephen Bellamy, AA8MX

Stephen:

I've had the same experience with my IC-706. I have a relatively
soft voice, and have noticed (with other radios) that I don't
'push' ALC's nearly as hard as a lot of other people.

Try this ... go into the 'quick-setup' mode, and cut the RF
transmit power back to say 5 or thereabouts. Then watch your
ALC meter, I think you'll see that, at reduced power settings,
the ALC circuitry is much easier to 'push'.

Take heart ... my ancient Heath HO-10 monitor scope shows that,
even though I'm not making the ALC indication do very much
(with the IC-706's RF output set to "Hi"), that the RF output
looks 'about right' (ie roughly what I'm used to seeing with
my Tentec Paragon).

I'm currently building an adaptor, so I can use my Heil headset
with the IC-706. I called the folks at Heil, and a nice lady
there commented that they frequently have found that ICOM radios
seem to show 'weak' audio when using a non-amplified Heil
microphone element. So, I've taken a circuit out of the ARRL
'Handbook', and am going to build it into the adaptor,
to provide a bit of audio gain.

73

Paul Nix, WB5AGF
e-mail: [e-mail]


From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:06:54 1996
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From: [e-mail] (KA9EGW)
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Subject: Re: What is HF?
Date: 27 Dec 1995 19:38:55 -0500
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VLF=3-30 khz
LF=30-300 khx
MF=300-3000 khz
HF=3000 khz-30 mhz
vhf=30-300 mhz
uhf=300-3000 mhz

for further info, refer to the first two chapters of any post-WW2 ARRL
Handbook.

73.


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you ask what's below 30 MHz?


dimmer switches, flourescent lights, motor speed controls, summer static,
thunderstorm QRN, auroral blackouts, sunspots (or lack thereof), pirate
broadcasters...

novices, tech/plus's, generals, advanced, extras...

challenge, intrigue, entertainment and fun...

cw...

(he said tongue-in-cheek)


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to subscribe, send an e-mail to

[e-mail]

msg:  subscribe boatanchors <your full name and callsign>


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Do you have a sevice manual for a Motorola HT-220
UHF slimline?

Thanks,

Dave



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[e-mail] (SPBellamy) wrote:
>
> I got an ICOM 706 radio for Christmas, but have received reports of low
> audio.  Using the instruction manual directions, I tried to set mic. gain
> using the ALC meter function.   I was unable to get a reading.  I then
> screamed into the mic. with the gain set at 10 and just got the bottom LCD
> element on the ALC meter to light.  Needless to say this makes it
> difficult to even think about setting levels in the compression mode.
> I took the unit back to the store and got the old story of, "you're the
> only one complaining of this problem."  I did get the local tech. to check
> other new units in the store and they had the same problem.  Anybody else
> unable to get a decent ALC reading out there?
> By the way--I was asked if I had the radio hooked up to a good power
> supply and was I using the stock ICOM microphone.  The answer is yes to
> both.
> AA8MX

I did not have this problem with my 706, although I did have to bring
the MIC gain up further than I thought I would.  (It is about maxed out.)
I found the adjustment of the mic gain while watching the ALC meter
confusing.  I couldn't tell how much, if any, the ALC was pegging out
too far to the right.  I considered this to be Operator Error.  I am not
used to LCD meters.

73 and good luck...I'll be watching for other replies.

Ray


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From: [e-mail] (ZaaX)
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Subject: Is "Code Quick" any good?
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I would like to hear from anyone that has used "Code Quick". Did this
system
work for you? Any info will be appreciated.

73
Zack Schindler
N8FNR


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Hello Bob,
I read your e-mail report on the internet. I concur. I bought a brand new
FT-530 dual band UHF/VHF handi-talkie and FT-900AT transceiver from
"Squeak" AD7K at Amateur Electronic Supply (AES) in Las Vegas in October
1995. First of all, the FT-530 worked like a champ. So I said, this YAESU
stuff works like their reputation indicates.  Immediately I called
"Squeak" AD7K at AES and ordered the FT-900AT. I envisioned using the
FT-900AT after I retire shortly in my motor home. Not anymore its back to
the old reliable Kenwood TS-520 transceiver. I better buy some more 6146
tubes before they are all gone.

The first thing that I noticed when the FT-900AT arrived was that because
of the lack of an RF gain control the background noise was objectionable.
The IPO and ATTN controls lowered the signals but the background noise
remained objectionable. If you like to "ragchew", where you turn the RF
gain down so that the pure audio comes through, then forget it when using
the FT-900AT.  The problem with the FT-900AT is that it is run wide open,
so even if you attenuate the RF front end,  the IF stage is still pumping
out noise. In the "old days"  when you reduced the RF gain you at the
same time reduce the IF gain.

The second thing that I noticed was that the Noise Blanker did not work
for any kind of noise.  I contacted YAESU's Customer Service and
complained via telephone and via letter. They did not seem concerned.
"Could this be shades of a Kenwood style attitude creeping in." I stated
that my Kenwood TS-520 which I also use in my motor home puts the
FT-900AT to shame. The TS-520 is quiter with equal sensitivity and the
audio is absoutely superb (stereo quality) when you reduce the RF GAIN
control. Additionally, the Noise Blanker works too.  I asked the YAESU
Customer Service representative if there was a way that the useless SQL
control could be switched via hardware/software to control RF gain. I
stated that if this radio was supposed to be the same as the FT-890AT
which has an RF gain, why doesn't the FT-900AT have one. His reply was
that they ran out of space on the control head. So I said how about
providing me with a schematic of the FT-890AT, maybe I'll be able to
modify my SQL control to an RF gain control. He stated that would void
the warranty. Big deal, I am back on the TS-520 anyway. The $1300
FT-900AT makes a good short wave and broadcast receiver but not a good
ham transceiver.

You can bet I'll never buy another YAESU product. Just think,  I had an
ICOM  IC-706 new in the box and I sent it back to AES in exchange for the
FT-900AT.  El Stupido mi! Pass the lemon juice please.

Rubin
WB6ELM

P.S.
Are there any FT-890AT owners out there that can send me a copy of your
schematics?
Does the Noise Blanker work on the FT-890AT?
Does the RF GAIN control reduce the background hash to allow clear audio
reception on the FT-890AT?
Does anyone have a fix for this FT-900AT piece of junk?



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Hello Bob,
I read your e-mail report on the internet. I concur. I bought a brand new
FT-530 dual band UHF/VHF handi-talkie and FT-900AT transceiver from
"Squeak" AD7K at Amateur Electronic Supply (AES) in Las Vegas in October
1995. First of all, the FT-530 worked like a champ. So I said, this YAESU
stuff works like their reputation indicates.  Immediately I called
"Squeak" AD7K at AES and ordered the FT-900AT. I envisioned using the
FT-900AT after I retire shortly in my motor home. Not anymore its back to
the old reliable Kenwood TS-520 transceiver. I better buy some more 6146
tubes before they are all gone.

The first thing that I noticed when the FT-900AT arrived was that because
of the lack of an RF gain control the background noise was objectionable.
The IPO and ATTN controls lowered the signals but the background noise
remained objectionable. If you like to "ragchew", where you turn the RF
gain down so that the pure audio comes through, then forget it when using
the FT-900AT.  The problem with the FT-900AT is that it is run wide open,
so even if you attenuate the RF front end,  the IF stage is still pumping
out noise. In the "old days"  when you reduced the RF gain you at the
same time reduce the IF gain.

The second thing that I noticed was that the Noise Blanker did not work
for any kind of noise.  I contacted YAESU's Customer Service and
complained via telephone and via letter. They did not seem concerned.
"Could this be shades of a Kenwood style attitude creeping in." I stated
that my Kenwood TS-520 which I also use in my motor home puts the
FT-900AT to shame. The TS-520 is quiter with equal sensitivity and the
audio is absoutely superb (stereo quality) when you reduce the RF GAIN
control. Additionally, the Noise Blanker works too.  I asked the YAESU
Customer Service representative if there was a way that the useless SQL
control could be switched via hardware/software to control RF gain. I
stated that if this radio was supposed to be the same as the FT-890AT
which has an RF gain, why doesn't the FT-900AT have one. His reply was
that they ran out of space on the control head. So I said how about
providing me with a schematic of the FT-890AT, maybe I'll be able to
modify my SQL control to an RF gain control. He stated that would void
the warranty. Big deal, I am back on the TS-520 anyway. The $1300
FT-900AT makes a good short wave and broadcast receiver but not a good
ham transceiver.

You can bet I'll never buy another YAESU product. Just think,  I had an
ICOM  IC-706 new in the box and I sent it back to AES in exchange for the
FT-900AT.  El Stupido mi! Pass the lemon juice please.

Rubin
WB6ELM

P.S.
Are there any FT-890AT owners out there that can send me a copy of your
schematics?
Does the Noise Blanker work on the FT-890AT?
Does the RF GAIN control reduce the background hash to allow clear audio
reception on the FT-890AT?
Does anyone have a fix for this FT-900AT piece of junk?



From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:07:02 1996
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From: [e-mail]   (Bill Newkirk)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Gripe about QST Automatic Tuner Article
Date: 27 Dec 1995 23:24:44 GMT
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In <4bs7li$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (W8JI  Tom) writes:
>The reasons for not publishing at least a software description have been
>pretty lame so far.

author didn't have one?  (suspecting the code won't exactly be a pinnacle
of structured design as most of these sorts of things go...8)...hey, wait! may
be
this is the famed Pinnacle Chip Dexter Douglas had that turned him into the
Freakazoid when the chip is connected to the ethernet, an exact key sequence
is entered followed by Delete!  Crum! and i didnt' tape that show!)

Bill Newkirk WB9IVR                  The Space Coast Amateur Technical Group
Melbourne, FL                       duty now for the future of amateur radio
Lombardi's 1st Law of Business:
Companies succeed in spite of their best effort.  If they succeed at all.



From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:07:04 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Mike Carter)
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Subject: Re: Connecting computers over radio.
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In article <4b77u4$[e-mail]>,
   [e-mail] (Eucke Warren) wrote:
[e-mail] (Joe Mack) wrote:
-
(Previous article deleted)

->VHF through microwave is needed for this sort of data rate, 56kb modems are
->available for this for about $300 (I think)
->>Does anyone know how possible, leagal and/or expencive is this project?
-
->Well everyone wants one of these. They are starting to be off the shelf but
->they're expensive in the kilo$ region I think. There's things like
->personal computer communicators which send RF around a building at about
->900MHz and if you put an antenna on them they go for about 2 miles.
->I understand that companies have developed stuff at about 2-5GHz to do the
same
->thing. I'm hoping that ham packet will all go over to this sort of stuff
->so we can have ethernet data rates on 10GHz.
-
-
->Joe Mack NA3T
->      [e-mail]

AT&T is busy installing PCS equipment licensed for band A 2GHZ and Narrow band

940Mhz at a public facility I work at. Review of their specifications show a
singular T1 driving the installation. Range on a line-of-sight installation in

open terrain with antenna HAAT around 100', the effective coverage zone is 1
mile. Getting into 2 miles puts you deep into the roll-off zone. The facility
has several buildings with several floors and configurations. Due to presence
of public, ERP is being limited to around 150W. (About 6-10 Watts at the Amp)
[ Look Ma, This plastic dome is a magic sun lamp ]

I dont think we'll be seeing ethernet data rates on any publicly offered PCS
net with these kind of specs I'm reading through. I think their target market
isnt the heavy video conferencing crowd they play it up to be. Most lines will
service digital cellular telephony.

Cheers





+----------------------+-----------------------------------+
| Mike Carter          |                                   |
| [e-mail]    |   Happiness is a rocket in flight |
| MAD ROCKET SCIENTIST |                                   |
+----------------------+-----------------------------------+


From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:07:05 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Doug Faunt N6TQS [phone])
Subject: Re: Gripe about QST Automatic Tuner Article
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In article <4bskjs$[e-mail]> [e-mail]   (Bill Newkirk) writes:

   author didn't have one?  (suspecting the code won't exactly be a pinnacle
   of structured design as most of these sorts of things go...8)...

One of the authors stated that getting the code into the ROM available
called for programming tricks.  I suspect the code is, by current
standards, pretty grungy.  Of course, those of us who worked with 32K
7040's, 4K PDP-8's and 256 byte Altairs, not to mention 6502's in all
their various incarnations, are not easy to offend.
73, doug




From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:07:06 1996
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From: [e-mail] (DAVE M . SCHERTZER)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: $$$ Buyers BEWARE// VE7-EXG $$$ !!!!!!!!!
Date: 28 Dec 1995 01:00:48 GMT
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When buying New/Used equip from Frank be sure you
perform an operational check on the equip. Be sure
and verify that ALL of the options that he says are
"installed" are actually in the equip in question.

I bought a Icom V68 HT in which he told me the CTCSS
tone board was installed. I took his word as a fellow
ham. To my dismay, I later discovered that NO CTCSS was
installed!!!

When I contacted Frank he was very rude and told me that I
should have known better and that CTCSS was an option, not
standard. I knew that it was an option and specifically
asked if it was installed as the radio was useless to me
without the option. He told me it was installed!!!

Franks told me that If I wanted any refund that  would have
meet him in Burnaby BC, a 6hr drive from my location. Not much
of a solution, eh?

So,take this into consideration if you are thinking about making
a purchase from Frank.


 de  VE7-LFA/W7






From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:07:06 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Allan Moyse)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: I need help/advice on homebrew device
Date: 28 Dec 1995 01:58:22 GMT
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I am looking for a kit or device or circuit which can be built into a
desk microphone that will send the letter "K" when the PTT button is
released.  This would signify that you are now ready to receive.  If
anybody has any Ideas, please let me know.
        Brian

Please reply via E-Mail







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From: [e-mail] (David Feldman)
Subject: Recommend fast charger for AA Nicad Cells
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I'd like to find a fast charger that would be good for AA size NiCad
cells, including those high capacity ones you can get at rat shack.
I would like one that could do 8 cells at a time. Any suggestions?

73 Dave WB0GAZ [e-mail]


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Subject: MOTOROLA GP300 Software Help
Date: 28 Dec 1995 02:19:00 GMT
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Quoting cardenas from a message in rec.radio.amateur.equipment
   >From: [e-mail] (Anthony O. Cardenas)
   >Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
   >Subject: MOTOROLA GP300 Software Help
   >Date: Tue, 26 Dec 1995 20:50:30 GMT
   >Organization: KAIWAN Internet
   >(310-527-4279,818-756-0180,909-785-9712,714-638-4133,805-294-9338)
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   >I have access to licensed Motorola GP-300 software/program and program
   >hardware/fixtures  (a metal bed the radios rest in while programming).
   >My radio is the 16 Channel, UHF, *TouchTone version with speaker mike.
   >Sadly, the  F-1  Help/instructions are VERY poor!  The Options and
   >Commands on screen have very vague and misleading wording.  I lost a
   >lot of time getting this far.
   >* At present I have all 16 new  UHF frequencies and PL's  installed.
   >All channels and PL's  work fine.  My new 'scan' list works fine.
   >** Since the new frequencies were installed the following items no
   >longer work  (but DID before the new freqs. were installed):
   >1. *TouchTone pad only issues a single-tone.
   >2.  The two options buttons above the PTT no longer work.
   >3.  The  Speaker/Mike  jacks don't work.
   >The owner of the Programming equipment does not have the MANUAL for my
   >GP300, nor does he have the specific programming  manual/instructions
   >for the radio.
   >*** I'd love to have a photocopy (or original)  of  the programming
   >instructions/pages  (not software)!  I'll be happy to pay any copy costs
   >and shipping. ***
   >IMPORTANT!!!
   >The owner of the programming equipment and software is in the two-way
   >radio business.   He is a Motorola dealer but sells many other lines
   >as well.  He does  NOT  wish to provide  *ANY*  bootleg copies of
   >radio programming software to anyone.  A message requesting same will
   >be fruitless.
   >Thanks!
   >Tony
   >WA6IGJ
   >.
If the shop with which you are dealing is is fact a true Mother Motorola
dealer, then he should be ordering the manual for the software himself.
Look up the part number and order it.  That's what I do when I want to find
Motorola information.

Kevin  KA0JQO
The faster you put things together, the faster they come apart. Dr.Who




From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:07:10 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Scanner119)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: 2 Channel Maxtrac to 16 Channel Maxtrac Conversion??????
Date: 28 Dec 1995 02:42:02 -0500
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I saw a posting on here the other day on converting a 2 channel Motorola
Maxtrac(VHF High Band) to a 16 channel.  I have access to both the
software and hardware I need some technical advice on how to do it.  I
have
4 mobiles and 1 base station I use for my construction company and would
like to convert them to 16 channel radios.  I priced out new radios from a
local guy and he wants $425 a pop for 16 channel ones(used, no less) and I
spoke to a friend who says the hardware is only about $25 for each radio
so I
figured this was the way to go.  I really could use some help from you
guys.
I'm really not a radio-guy, I'm a scanner-guy myself.  Any help would be
greatly appreciated.  Thanx in advance.

Scott
[e-mail]
[e-mail]


From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:07:10 1996
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From: Curt Sanders <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: MFJ 2m and 6m radios
Date: 28 Dec 1995 03:33:32 GMT
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MFJ does have a new 6m SSB/CW xcvr on the market (MFJ-9406) for $249.95

Thanks for the comments about working 6m SSB as I was thinking about purchasin
g this rig.

********************************************************
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From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:07:12 1996
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From: mg655322@[e-mail] (BBS News User)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: AM reception in your teeth?!?
Date: 28 Dec 1995 05:27:41 GMT
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Albert Liao ([e-mail]) wrote:
: here's a question i've been trying to figure out:
: a lot of people claim they can hear AM transmissions through
: their dental work or bedsrpings. how does this happen? obiviously,
: the metalic structure of the dental work and the springs can act as
: antenna's but what is demodulating the signal from the carrier?
: and what is used to amplify the sound?

     Any combination of a nonlinear device followed by a low-pass filter
(something slow) can demodulate an AM signal. Anything going down in a tooth
is not going to need much amplification- touch a piece of aluminum to
a silver/mercury dental filling and the resulting current going through the
nerve will be easily felt.
     A double edge razor-blade makes a good demodulator. Electrically attach a
piece of graphite to a pin, connect the blade to an antenna and the other
end of the pin to one input of high-impedance earphones, with the other input
grounded and you can feel around on the blade for AM stations. The oxide layer

on the blade makes a semiconductor.


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From: [e-mail] (Leigh)
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Subject: Re: Atlas 210X power output Question
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I've found my Atlas 210 to be EXTREMELY SWR sensistive, so you might take
a closer look at your 75 meter antenna.

I sometimes do 40 meter mobile with a Hustler 40 meter coil and a SWR
around 1:1.5.  My Icom 735 will put its full 100 watts into this antenna,
but the Atlas 210 will drop to QRP levels, unless I have a tuner inline,
then I get full power out.

Even though it is a little drifty on warm-up, has no CW sidetone and
awkward CW TX/RX switching, I like my little old Atlas 210.  I bought it
from a newer ham for a mere 50 bucks, one of the best radio deals I've
stumbled upon.

73.  --Leigh/KM6JE.



From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:07:13 1996
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From: David Negaard <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Source for tubes for HW-16 and HG-10B
Date: Thu, 28 Dec 1995 07:16:31 -0800
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Out of curiosity, where does one obtain replacement tubes for such
'vintage' hardware?  I _suspect_ that a tube or three might be less than
perfect with this stuff, and in any case think it wouldn't be a bad idea
to lay in a set of spares.

Tubes needed include:
QTY  DESCRIPTION
~~~  ~~~~~~~~~~~
 1   12AX7
 2   6CL6
 2   6EA8
 2   6EW6
 1   6HF8
 1   6GE5

 1   OB2
 1   6CH8

On another note, the days of tube testers in every grocery store are
long gone, I'm afraid, so where does one go to test suspect tubes these
days?  Inquiring minds want to know...
--
David Negaard                   o San Diego District Youth Executive
625 Shenandoah Avenue           o aquarist
San Marcos, CA  92069           o linux-phile
[e-mail]          o 73 de KB0PXK


From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:07:14 1996
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From: Brian Kitaoka <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: MOTOROLA GP300 Software Help
Date: 28 Dec 1995 08:09:37 GMT
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Tony: Did you check the following:

1)  On the DTMF Keypad issue, it seems your radio is not seeing the DTMF
Keypad.  You DO have to enable it in the software.   Each channel has to
be turned on.  This is done on the DTMF field not the channel
programming.

2)  As far as your side buttons, you can change the settings under side
buttons.  I don't have my notebook with me so can't walk you thru.

3)  On the speaker mic jack issue, the speaker mic jac & radio
programming are NOT related.  If you noticed, you program the radio from
the back.  MAKE SURE THAT YOU PLUG THE SPEAKER MIC IN WITH THE RADIO IN
THE OFF MODE.  If you still have problems, recommend you send it in for
service.  Could be your mic jack went bad.  There were some service
memos a while back concerning the jack and a warning that you DO NOT
plug any NON MOTOROLA Jacks in the socket.  The Jack on the GP300 is
very percise.  We have found customers who have plugged in their own
walkman type earphones and have damaged this jack.


By the way, if your friend is a Motorola dealer, he should know all of
this.  I have been associated with on since 1987 when RADIUS started.

73's and have a safe holidays.





From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:07:15 1996
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Subject: What's a "Boatanchor"?
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Subject: What's a "Boatanchor"?
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om!netcom.com!jamest
From: [e-mail] (JT)
Subject: What's a "Boatanchor"?
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Just out of curiosity, what's considered a boat-anchor?

Does my Hallicrafters SX-101 or my HP-608 classify?  They both seem
heavy enough to anchor most small craft.  And I have considered
sending them both deep :)

Later.

James KB6NYG

--
                                             [e-mail]


From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:07:16 1996
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From: [e-mail] (John Furlow)
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Subject: ICOM 706
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I AM LOOKING FOR ANY MODS FOR THE ICOM 706. I UNDERSTAND THERE IS ONE FOR
THE HAND MIC THAT WILL BOOST AUDIO RESPONSE. ALSO ARE THERE ANY FREQ
EXPANSION TYPE MODES OUT THERE. TNX ES 73
JOHN WA4BMG



From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:07:17 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Jman1173)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FS: VINTAGE - GONSET G-76 HF- 6 METER TRANSCEIVER $150.
Date: 28 Dec 1995 12:47:46 -0500
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I HAVE A GONSET G-76 TRANSCEIVER WITH MATCHING POWER SUPPLY.
TRANSMITTS ON( 50,) (28)(,21)(14)(,7),(3.5) AM AND SSB HAS VFO OR CRYSTAL
CONTROL, BFO, PLATE,GRID,LOAD,SPOT,DRIVE,DIAL SET,REC,  TR-REC,
HEADPHONE JACK-SPEAKER IS IN THE MATCHING POWER SUPPLY, I THINK IT TRANS.
AT 100 WATTS. ALL TUBES LITE AND ARE ALL THERE, DONT HAVE MIKE.
DARK BLUE IN COLOR. A GREAT 6 METER 10 METER HF AM RIG!!!
$150. PLUS SHIPPING FROM S. FLORIDA C O D ONLY. IT IS HEAVY. 14"X12"X6"
WITH THE SAME SIZE POWER SUPPLY


From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:07:18 1996
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From: [e-mail] (W8JI  Tom)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Gripe about QST Automatic Tuner Article
Date: 28 Dec 1995 13:46:10 -0500
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In article <[e-mail]>, "C. J. Hawley Jr."
<[e-mail]> writes:

>The authors wrote me that QST chose not to publish the originally
supplied
>flow
>chart because they (QST) felt that the readers would not be interested.
The
>authors will send you a free copy in return for a SASE to the address
(I'm
>guessing on the address) in the article.

Shheeshe, why would someone going through all the trouble of reading the
article NOT be interested in how someone else solved the problem. Let
alone if they built it!

Wiley was right, the world is an illogical place. Men should ride
side-saddle.

73 Tom


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From: [e-mail] (David Negaard)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Need procedure to zero-beat Heathkit HW-16 and HG-10B
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Date: 28 Dec 1995 14:08:57 GMT
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I have a Heathkit HW-16 CW transceiver with the companion HG-10B VFO.
I also have the original manuals for said station.  I'm planning on
putting it on the air soon.

What I'm lacking is an understanding of how to 'zero beat' the station
so that I'm transmitting and receiving on the same frequency.  When I
begin operation, I'd like very much to be a good operator, but this
particular requirement isn't documented anywhere in the manuals.

Can you help?

--
David Negaard                   o San Diego District Youth Executive
625 Shenandoah Avenue           o aquarist
San Marcos, CA  92069           o linux-phile
[e-mail]          o 73 de KB0PXK
--
David Negaard                   o San Diego District Youth Executive
625 Shenandoah Avenue           o aquarist
San Marcos, CA  92069           o linux-phile
[e-mail]          o 73 de KB0PXK


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From: "Thomas C. J. Sefranek" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Need Kenwood repairman CT/MA for AT250
Date: 28 Dec 1995 14:10:25 GMT
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Kenwood Repairs:

Jacques Patry
Groton Electronics
12 Hemlock Rd.
Groton, Ma.

1-508-448-3322





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From: [e-mail] (Chuck Scott)
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Subject: DSP-12 LL Grace Info Request
Date: 28 Dec 1995 14:46:36 GMT
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Hi All:
  I've been so busy the last year or so that my DSP-12 has just been
sitting here doing nothing most of the time.  I'd like to get back to
at least pretending that I'm a Ham and the DSP-12 is one thing I'd like
bring up to date (whatever that might be at this point).

  QUESTIONS:

      * Is L.L. Grace still in business

      * Is there an E-Mail address or Web presence for L.L. Grace
        (I can't seem to find any and don't remember his CIS address)

      * Is the DSP-12 still supported at all

      * What's the last update to the Firmware

  Thanks for any assistance.

Chuck Scott - N8DNX


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From: [e-mail] (Stan Huntting)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Radio-TNC Cable Wiring Diagrams at Web Site
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In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail]

says...

>Radio to TNC wiring diagrams and other information about digital
>modes can be found at the following site:

>Wiring Index URL: http://www.idir.net/~medcalf/ztx/wire

>The site also contains the following articles:

>Site URL: http://www.idir.net/~medcalf/ztx/

Wow! Is this ever a gem! If all new TNC users would check out this web page
before warming up the soldering iron there would be far fewer unused TNCs
gathering dust in the shacks of frustrated hams. And Gloria has published a
marvelous book that reveals all the mysteries of TNCs. A must-read for anyone
who wants to go beyond "appliance operating" with digital radio.

73 es gud dx in '96.

Stan
--
Stan Huntting,    KF0IA
Postal Address:   4655 Pleasant Ridge Rd.,
                  Boulder, CO 80301-1731, USA
email:            [e-mail]
KaWin Home Page:  http://www.mutadv.com/kawin/
KaWin FTP Site:   ftp.csn.net in the directory /kawin



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From: [e-mail] (Steve Kagan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: * Thanks to all who advised that Portland Radio is no more *
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The word is that Portland Radio Supply (Ham Radio Heaven) has indeed
closed its doors and gone out of existence.

And so goes history.  THANKS TO ALL WHO RESPONDED.

Happy Holidays!

-73
      Steve  N7AJP/Phoenix


From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:07:23 1996
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From: [e-mail] (JT)
Subject: What's a "Boatanchor"?
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Just out of curiosity, what's considered a boat-anchor?

Does my Hallicrafters SX-101 or my HP-608 classify?  They both seem
heavy enough to anchor most small craft.  And I have considered
sending them both deep :)

Later.

James KB6NYG

--
                                             [e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Cort Tompkins)
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Subject: FS:  Yaesu FT-2500M
Date: 28 Dec 1995 17:57:09 GMT
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Well, I won this the radio at a computer show and I really don't know much
about this sort of thing so I'm trying to sell it.  It looks kind of small and

is probably designed for use in a car.  This is what it says on the box:

Military spec construction
High effiency, integrated die cast chassis and heat sink
Advanced track tuning (ATT) receiver
Alpha-numeric LCD display
31 variable power output levels
31 memories

The specs in the manual are as follows:

General
-------
Frequency range:  (Tx)144 ~ 146 or 148 MHz, (Rx)144 ~ 146 MHz or 140 ~ 174 MHz
Channel steps:  5, 10, 12.5, 15, 20, 25 & 50 kHz
Frequency stability:  < +- 10ppm (-20 to +60C)
Mode of Emission:  F3 (G3E)
Antenna Impendance:  50 ohms, unbalanced
Supply voltage:  13.8V DC +- 10%, negative ground
Current Consumption(typical):  Rx: 600 mA, Tx hi/mid/low 12/9/5A
Operating temperature range:  -20 to +60C
Case size (WHD):  160x50x180 mm (w/o knobs)
Weight:  1.5 kg (3.3 lbs)

Transmitter
-----------
Output power (hi/mid/low):  50/25/5W
Modulation type:  Variable Reactance
Maximum deviation: +- 5 kHz
Spurious radiation: less than -60 dB
Microphone Impendence:  2k omega

Receiver
--------
Circuit type:  Double Conversion Superheterodyne
IFs:  21.4 MHz & 455 kHz
Sensitivity (for 12dB SINAD): better than 0.2 mu V
Selectivity:  (-6/-60 dB): 12/30 kHz
IF Rejection:  better than 70 dB
Image Rejection:  better than 70 dB
Maximum AF Output:  3.5W into 4 ohms @10% THD

Accessories
-----------
FTS-17A CTCSS Unit
FRC-6 DTMF Pager Unit
MH-26g8j Hand Mic w/ Burst
MH-27a8j DTMF Keypad MIC
SP-7 External lounspeaker
FP-800 AC Power Supply

The radio is brand new.  It's never been used and it includes all manuals,
warranty cards, etc.  I've been told that this thing retails for about $400 so

I'm asking for $275 (willing to compromise).  You can contact me at
[e-mail]

Cort Tompkins
[e-mail]
Virginia Beach, VA


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From: danjones <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: FS: IFR AM/FM 1000A Service monitor
Date: 28 Dec 1995 18:41:25 GMT
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For Sale:

IFR AM/FM 1000A Service Monitor
For testing & allignment of radio equipment

Generates / receives AM & FM up to 999.999 MHz.
Provides following for transmit and receive;
Frequency reference, deviation measurement, power meter to 100 watts,
field strength, audio scope, internal tone oscillator, and more.
Powered by 110 VAC or 12 VDC, portable.

Asking price $2500.00

Contact: [e-mail]
Telephone: USA 617.338.4455 ext.# 132




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For Sale:

IFR AM/FM 1000A Service Monitor
For testing & allignment of radio equipment

Generates / receives AM & FM up to 999.999 MHz.
Provides following for transmit and receive;
Frequency reference, deviation measurement, power meter to 100 watts,
field strength, audio scope, internal tone oscillator, and more.
Powered by 110 VAC or 12 VDC, portable.

Asking price $2500.00

Contact: [e-mail]
Telephone: USA 617.338.4455 ext.# 132




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From: Robert  H°yvald <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: re need schematic fo 706's cpu
Date: 28 Dec 1995 18:56:19 GMT
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I have a copy and will e-mail you a scanned version of it later
today.


From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:07:28 1996
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Subject: Up-Grade/ETC in January in Richmond, Va.
Date: 28 Dec 95 20:51:25
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From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Up-Grade/ETC in January in Richmond, Va.
Date: 28 Dec 1995 21:51:25 -0500
Organization: Central Virginia's Free-Net
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          STUDY CLASSES FOR AMATEUR RADIO LICENSE!
                  RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, U.S.A.

   To enjoy the fascinating hobby of HAM RADIO, You must
   be licensed by the Federal Communications Commission.
   You are invited to enroll in a 10-week course of
   study for the following license:

          ***** Novice & NO-Code Technician *****

                ***** Technician Plus *****

                    ***** General *****

                  Registration fee $10.00

           Textbook used is "NOW YOU'RE TALKING"

     Registration/Orientation Thursday, January 11, 1996
      Schedule: Tuesday & Thursday 7:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M.

                           Place:
  Westhampton School  5800 Patterson Ave. (at Libby Ave.)
                 For more information,call:

              Mike Ratcliff,  KC4AHE, (804)-272-7167
              Warren Boyden,  KB4STL, (804)-233-3170
              Raymon Roberts, W4MYI,  (804)-740-5850

-------------------------------------------------------

                      Sponsored by the
                RICHMOND AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
          Club meetings 8:P.M. Every SECOND Friday
               Bon Air United Methodist Church
                      1645 Buford Road
                      VISITORS WELCOME

--

(S)lower (T)han (L)ight



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Subject: Up-Grade/ETC in January in Richmond, Va.
Date: 28 Dec 95 20:51:25
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From: [e-mail]@SANDH.COM ([e-mail])
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Date: 28 Dec 95 20:51:25
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From: [e-mail]
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Subject: Up-Grade/ETC in January in Richmond, Va.
Date: 28 Dec 1995 21:51:25 -0500
Organization: Central Virginia's Free-Net
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          STUDY CLASSES FOR AMATEUR RADIO LICENSE!
                  RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, U.S.A.

   To enjoy the fascinating hobby of HAM RADIO, You must
   be licensed by the Federal Communications Commission.
   You are invited to enroll in a 10-week course of
   study for the following license:

          ***** Novice & NO-Code Technician *****

                ***** Technician Plus *****

                    ***** General *****

                  Registration fee $10.00

           Textbook used is "NOW YOU'RE TALKING"

     Registration/Orientation Thursday, January 11, 1996
      Schedule: Tuesday & Thursday 7:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M.

                           Place:
  Westhampton School  5800 Patterson Ave. (at Libby Ave.)
                 For more information,call:

              Mike Ratcliff,  KC4AHE, (804)-272-7167
              Warren Boyden,  KB4STL, (804)-233-3170
              Raymon Roberts, W4MYI,  (804)-740-5850

-------------------------------------------------------

                      Sponsored by the
                RICHMOND AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
          Club meetings 8:P.M. Every SECOND Friday
               Bon Air United Methodist Church
                      1645 Buford Road
                      VISITORS WELCOME

--

(S)lower (T)han (L)ight



From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:07:31 1996
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Subject: Up-Grade/ETC in January in Richmond, Va.
Date: 28 Dec 1995 21:51:25 -0500
Organization: Central Virginia's Free-Net
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Message-ID: <4bvl3d$[e-mail]>
NNTP-Posting-Host: freenet.vcu.edu

          STUDY CLASSES FOR AMATEUR RADIO LICENSE!
                  RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, U.S.A.

   To enjoy the fascinating hobby of HAM RADIO, You must
   be licensed by the Federal Communications Commission.
   You are invited to enroll in a 10-week course of
   study for the following license:

          ***** Novice & NO-Code Technician *****

                ***** Technician Plus *****

                    ***** General *****

                  Registration fee $10.00

           Textbook used is "NOW YOU'RE TALKING"

     Registration/Orientation Thursday, January 11, 1996
      Schedule: Tuesday & Thursday 7:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M.

                           Place:
  Westhampton School  5800 Patterson Ave. (at Libby Ave.)
                 For more information,call:

              Mike Ratcliff,  KC4AHE, (804)-272-7167
              Warren Boyden,  KB4STL, (804)-233-3170
              Raymon Roberts, W4MYI,  (804)-740-5850

-------------------------------------------------------

                      Sponsored by the
                RICHMOND AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
          Club meetings 8:P.M. Every SECOND Friday
               Bon Air United Methodist Church
                      1645 Buford Road
                      VISITORS WELCOME

--

(S)lower (T)han (L)ight



From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:07:32 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Stephan Rashkin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: What's a "Boatanchor"?
Date: Thu, 28 Dec 1995 22:17:10 GMT
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[e-mail] (JT) wrote:

>Just out of curiosity, what's considered a boat-anchor?

>Does my Hallicrafters SX-101 or my HP-608 classify?  They both seem
>heavy enough to anchor most small craft.  And I have considered
>sending them both deep :)

>Later.

>James KB6NYG

>--
>                                             [e-mail]

HI James,
They sure do...If you send them deep please let me know so
I can put on my diving gear! I'll take the sx101 off your hands :o)

Steve, WA2nhz




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From: [e-mail].([e-mail] ([e-mail] (roman)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Austin Amateur Radio Suppy
Date: 29 Dec 95 01:04:57
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From: [e-mail] (Roman Robles)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Austin Amateur Radio Suppy
Date: 29 Dec 1995 07:04:57 GMT
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Just to add my 2 cents worth...

We live in Austin.  I have bought 3 HTs from Austin Amateur Radio
Supply as well as the usual fare of cables/coax/connectors/books.
My experience has been that one of their staff members is
friendly and the others are 'in business'.

My wife surprised me this Christmas with a *pair* of Cushcraft
A270-10S beams.  She bought them at AARS.  She also told me that
she never wants to go there or let me spend another dollar there
again because no one was WILLING to help her make her selection
in any way.  She is not a ham, but she is not a dummy either (she
has a Master's in Applied Math...)-She just didn't know enough
to make an informed selection.  She DID know that I wanted to
work satellites on 2m and 70cm and that I wanted a pair of beams
for circularly polarized signals.

It would seem good business to at least make suggestions
or talk about the options available.  They didn't even tell her
which manufacturers or models would meet her stated needs.  They
told her that she would have to give them a part number before
they could "help".  She was in person in the store twice!  They
didn't even offer her a catalog to help.

These guys are in a business which 'feeds' on a hobby - pure
and simple. An eager to assist - let's have fun - type of
attitude would seem to be a good approach.  Maybe they need
competition closer than Oklahoma/Ohio/etc.

...for what it's worth...

73s and happy shopping
roman
Roman Robles KI5XZ
Austin, TX




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From: David Johnson <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew
Subject: Re: Help with Icom 720A on Amtor A.
Date: Fri, 29 Dec 1995 01:13:10 +0000
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In article <4bshcn$[e-mail]>, UGH <[e-mail]> writes
>>ZL1ANY/TPK 1.82 Msg #:259  Date:19-11-95  Time:11:08Z
>>
>>
>>      Trying to use icom 720a on amtor mode a.
The IC720a needs a few mods in order to work on amtor.

The following is from the ICOM newsletter 35 of June 83, article by Roy
Philpott DJ0OW, G3VCH.

Quote: All mods are to the main board, easily accessible on the top of
the set. The modification consists of replacing C42 and C43 with 1uF.
Also replacing C40 (1uF) with 0.47uF. This effectivly shortens the T-R
switching, also it is necessary to remove the AF amp mute by placing a
shorting link across C69 (there will be audio present on normal
operation, but it doesn't cause a problem).

I did this mod when I had an IC720a and it worked fine with an AMT-1
terminal on "SSB" mode.
--
David Johnson


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From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: tubes for sale
Date: 29 Dec 1995 03:28:43 GMT
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I have many tubes for sale both new and used.  Here are just a few:
6LQ6 new  $25 ea
6146Wor
6146B new    $25ea
6JB6 new       $20
6HF5 new       $15 ea
12BY7A new   $10 ea
6GK6   new      $6 ea
6KD6 new        $25 ea
6JG6 new         $22 ea
572B new         $35 ea  yes it's chinese, but these tubes work fine.  Can't s
ay that about all chinese tubes, though
811A new USA  $35 ea
I have Bazillions more.  Please e mail me at [e-mail] or call 314-770-0119
 (mike)
NO 8950'S, OR M-2057'S IN STOCK
I make most major hamfests next one is South Bend IN on Jan 7
73,
Mike, WB0SND


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Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: tubes for sale
Date: 29 Dec 1995 03:29:36 GMT
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I have many tubes for sale both new and used.  Here are just a few:
6LQ6 new  $25 ea
6146Wor
6146B new    $25ea
6JB6 new       $20
6HF5 new       $15 ea
12BY7A new   $10 ea
6GK6   new      $6 ea
6KD6 new        $25 ea
6JG6 new         $22 ea
572B new         $35 ea  yes it's chinese, but these tubes work fine.  Can't s
ay that about all chinese tubes, though
811A new USA  $35 ea
I have Bazillions more.  Please e mail me at [e-mail] or call 314-770-0119
 (mike)
NO 8950'S, OR M-2057'S IN STOCK
I make most major hamfests next one is South Bend IN on Jan 7
73,
Mike, WB0SND


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From: [e-mail] (morel grunberg)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: mfj-422 opinions?
Date: 29 Dec 95 05:07:25 GMT
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Hi, fellows !

I intend to buy a mfj-422 voice keyer. Please let me know what's your
opinion if you're using one.
Any RFI problems ?

73 and happy new year
Morel, 4X1AD



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From: [e-mail] (Roman Robles)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc
Subject: Re: Austin Amateur Radio Suppy
Date: 29 Dec 1995 07:04:57 GMT
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Just to add my 2 cents worth...

We live in Austin.  I have bought 3 HTs from Austin Amateur Radio
Supply as well as the usual fare of cables/coax/connectors/books.
My experience has been that one of their staff members is
friendly and the others are 'in business'.

My wife surprised me this Christmas with a *pair* of Cushcraft
A270-10S beams.  She bought them at AARS.  She also told me that
she never wants to go there or let me spend another dollar there
again because no one was WILLING to help her make her selection
in any way.  She is not a ham, but she is not a dummy either (she
has a Master's in Applied Math...)-She just didn't know enough
to make an informed selection.  She DID know that I wanted to
work satellites on 2m and 70cm and that I wanted a pair of beams
for circularly polarized signals.

It would seem good business to at least make suggestions
or talk about the options available.  They didn't even tell her
which manufacturers or models would meet her stated needs.  They
told her that she would have to give them a part number before
they could "help".  She was in person in the store twice!  They
didn't even offer her a catalog to help.

These guys are in a business which 'feeds' on a hobby - pure
and simple. An eager to assist - let's have fun - type of
attitude would seem to be a good approach.  Maybe they need
competition closer than Oklahoma/Ohio/etc.

...for what it's worth...

73s and happy shopping
roman
Roman Robles KI5XZ
Austin, TX




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From: Stan Griffiths <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: "Boatanchor" email exchange?
Date: 29 Dec 1995 10:41:06 GMT
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To subscribe to the boatanchors list, send an email to:
[e-mail] and put the work "subscribe" in the text.



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From: Stan Griffiths <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Kenwood TS-830S
Date: 29 Dec 1995 10:50:25 GMT
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I have been using a TS830S for years and I still have it.  I consider it
one of the best buys available.  A great radio for the money.  CW filters
are optional and the best choice is two 500 Hz filters, one in each IF.
Also, I have never seen this written anywhere, but the VFO120 External
VFO that is usually sold with TS120 and TS130 rigs plugs right into the
TS830S, is much smalller than the external VFO normally recommended for
the TS830S, and much cheaper, too.  I use one with my TS830S.

Stan  [e-mail]



From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:07:41 1996
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From: Paul Moller <[e-mail]>
Subject: DX70 and auto antenna tuner?
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I have an Alinco DX70 (and like it very much thank you) and am wondering
about incorporating it with an automatic antenna tuner such as the one
described in Dec. QST construction article. I see there is an antenna
tuner connector on the DX70, but no documentation as to how to use it.
Does anybody know what the pin out is and how the controlls to an
automatic tuner normally work?

[e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Daryl Brewer)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: W31A
Date: 29 Dec 1995 13:37:03 GMT
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Does anyone have any feedback on an ICOM W31A?  I was thinking about buying
this dual band HT.  I who be interested in any comments concerning this radio.

Please e-mail me at [e-mail], and post to the group so everybody ca
n
review it for their information.  Thanks, Daryl



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From: [e-mail] (Scott Townley)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew
Subject: Using HP8690 with HP8410 Network Analyzer ???
Date: 29 Dec 1995 14:32:01 -0700
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The HP8410 Network Analyzer documentation specifically mentions the HP8620C as

the sweeper of choice, even coming from the factory (at the time) with a
control interconnect cable for the '8620.

Does anyone have any insight on if and/or how an HP8690 can be used as the
sweeper in an HP8410 system??

Thanks in Advance,

Scott Townley
[e-mail]


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From: Ray Dennis <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: A radio you can sit on.  AM reception in your ....!
Date: 29 Dec 1995 15:38:46 GMT
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I think I can top the AM in your teeth stories.

One of the strangest such stories I have ever heard involved local ham
operator back in the days that many hams ran high powered AM.  He had
just put his kilowatt of AM on the air and got a call from his neighbor
who reported that he was hearing the ham coming out of his toilet.

The neighbor finally convinced the ham to put his wife on the mike and he
went over and sure enough, a distorted, but recognizable voice was coming
out of the toilet.

They ended up pulling the stool and found a number of razer blades that
someone had disposed of in the toilet.

I wonder what the neighbor would have thought if he would have heard the
old ham expression "You're splattering old man?"


Ray W0DQ
Des Moines, IA



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From: Adi Doron <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: MFJ DSP FILTER
Date: 29 Dec 1995 17:58:16 GMT
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WHERE IS ALL THE USERS OF MFJ FILTERS, LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD


                   73'S        ADI    4Z4VG



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From: [e-mail] (Tom Meudt)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Mini Products HQ-1 Mini-Quad
Date: 29 Dec 1995 18:33:20 GMT
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>Hi Im looking for parts pices or whole units I can be reached at
>504-8937227 or WA8ULX&AOL.COM 73 Bruce
  I have one that is complete for sale make me an offer to include shipping
  I'm good in the callbook KA6EYU

[e-mail]



From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:07:47 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Glenn Mead)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: W31A
Date: 29 Dec 1995 19:03:43 GMT
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In article <4c0qtv$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Daryl Brewer) writ
es:
|> Does anyone have any feedback on an ICOM W31A?  I was thinking about buying

|> this dual band HT.  I who be interested in any comments concerning this rad
io.
|> Please e-mail me at [e-mail], and post to the group so everybody
 can
|> review it for their information.  Thanks, Daryl
|>

I have 2 of them and REALLY like them.

* Excellent transmit audio
* Small
* Light
* Backlit keypad and display
* Easy to program
* Used for packet with no problems
* Larger display (for a small ht) that is easy to read
* [#] [B] while turning on opens up receive to something
  like 108 to 799
* Weather channels are built in, so you don't need to
  use up memory channels for the weather channels.
* Battery gauge is useful for checking batttery level,
  especially if checked during transmit.
* Extra low power (15 milliwatts) helps save batteries
  when you don't need extra power. I was surprised how
  often I could use the extra-low power setting.
* Memories can be labeled with text.
* encode/decode/page
* shipped with a pretty decent antenna, you don't need to
  run out and replace it with something that works.
* Decent audio for a small ht. In a loud car or truck you
  might want to add an external speaker or use the adapter
  RS sells to use the cassette player in your car.
* Good scanning options, including the ability to save 3
  scan ranges.
* Backlight can be turned on perminantly (nice when using
  a power supply other than the battery).



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From: [e-mail] (Tim Lierman)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Any one out there own an ADI AT-200 ??
Date: 29 Dec 1995 19:12:55 GMT
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Did you get the frequency expansion mod to work???
Any help would be appreciated, thanks!

KB9MCT




From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:07:49 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Kcc007)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Icom IC-W21AT Comments?
Date: 29 Dec 1995 19:46:19 -0500
Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364)
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I just picked up a Icom IC-W21AT and would like to hear from others who
have used this radio. What did you think of it? Hows the receive, etc.
Please drop me some E-mail at:

[e-mail]


Thanks in advance!

DE N8LNN

Keith C. Collins


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From: Paul Christensen <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: LO-Z -> HI-Z mic adapter???
Date: 29 Dec 1995 20:19:50 GMT
Organization: Continental Cablevision
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To: [e-mail]

If you have a fax number, I'll send you the schematic of an interface I
recently designed for somebody on CompuServe.  It uses a singe op-amp.
available from radio shack, along with a few other external components.
I also deigned another using a single JFET transistor.  I can include
that as well.

-Paul, N9AZ



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From: Randall Rhea <randall>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave,alt.radio.pirate,rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Do DSP's really help?
Date: 29 Dec 1995 21:04:22 GMT
Organization: Informix Software, Inc. Menlo Park, CA 94025
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John Fallows <[e-mail]> wrote:
>[e-mail] (Lincoln Thormahlen) wrote:
>>Has anyone tried any of the DSP audio filters?
>>Which one(Radio Shack, JPS, MJF, others)?
>>I am mainly interested in voice (AM, SSB) notch filtering and noise
>>reduction.
>

I have used the Radio Shack DSP unit.  Its main advantages are low price
(on sale now at $49.00) and ease of use.

It works well as a narrow filter for CW and a heterodyne (squeal)
reducer for SSB.  For AM, it can reduce heterodyne noise, which is
especially helpful for CB.  It does not reduce other noise (e.g.
car engine pulse noise) and can reduce the quality of the AM signal.
The processor is a bit slow.

--

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Randall Rhea                                        Systems Engineer
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From: Randall Rhea <randall>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Antenna recomendation needed
Date: 29 Dec 1995 21:07:23 GMT
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[e-mail] (Mikhail Teterin) wrote:
>Some time ago, I asked here for suggestions on how ot get European
>(Eastern European) stations in USA (Boston). Quite a few people
>tried to help, with directions on how to make an antenna for my
>Sony ICF-SW7600G (FM stereo/SW/MW/LW, PLL synthesized world band
>receiver).  As time shows, I can not follow their recomendations
>myself ): I am not a radio specialist personally. So, I guess, I'll
>need to buy an antenna and enjoy fruits like warranty and technical
>support (: Here I am with the <subject>...  Thank you very much!

The cheapest and easiest way is to buy any kind of insulated wire (the
cheap stuff will work fine) and string it around the room or on the roof.
Strip one end of its insulation so only the copper wire shows, then attach thi
s
end  to the antenna of the radio, and you will get greatly improved
shortwave reception.

Another option is to buy an active antenna.  This is a small box with a
telescoping whip and some sort of tuner box.  You can get one at Radio Shack
or one of many stores that sell shortwave radios.
--

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Randall Rhea                                        Systems Engineer
Informix Software                                   [e-mail]



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From: [e-mail] (David Feustel)
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[ Article crossposted from comp.arch.embedded,rec.radio.amateur.misc ]
[ Author was David Feustel ]
[ Posted on Fri, 29 Dec 1995 20:45:26 GMT ]

I'm looking for an add-on circuit to vary the speed of cassette recorder
motors. I want to be able to vary the speed from 2*x to x/8 where x
is the normal cassette motor speed. All suggestions & solutions
appreciated.
--
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From: [e-mail] (Steve Ellington)
Subject: Re: IC-706 RF interference
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No problems like that with mine either. Its extreemely clean.

[e-mail] wrote:
: In article <4b6k1l$[e-mail]>, Bill Schaff <schaff@iiiv.
tn.cornell.edu> writes:
: > I just replaced a FT101 with a IC706 and have become public enemy number
: > 1.  The 706 is wiping out cable TV, telephone, AM/FM radio, and most
: > unforgivably, my son's Nintendo.  Operation with the FT101 produced mild
: > telephone interference only.  Has anyone else seen such severe
: > interference relateed to the 706 on 40-10 meters?


: Have had an IC-706 for just a week, but no visible RFI on the PC terminal
: sitting right next to it (1 inch away) with antenna Coax running within 18
: inches of PC stack.... a little rippling when on 80 meters, but same effect
for
: Kenwood running at exact same frequencies

: Also, no visible TVI on 1974 Panasonic TV sitting six feet away.... not even
: that good from the Kenwood 940 also in the shack... there's a little stray R
F
: from the 940, but not a problem 30 feet away

: My guess is that something that was right (coax, ground, maybe power supply)
: got messed up when you installed the 706.

: Having fun with the 706... hope you find your gremlin

: Mel KJ9C
--
Steve Ellington [e-mail]  Louisville, Ky


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From: [e-mail] (Eric-Jan W÷sten)
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Subject: ANY HAM SHOPS IN LAS VEGAS????
Date: Fri, 29 Dec 1995 22:38:39 GMT
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HI!

A friend of mine will visit Vegas next week. Can anyone give me some
info on a hamradio shop out there??
If you know there is NO shop, plaese tell me also, so my friend won't
bother searching the yellow pages.

73 de Eric PA3CEV
email to:
[e-mail]
\   Eric-Jan Wosten DDS
 \  Best, Holland
  =========================

Internet: [e-mail]
AMPRnet: [e-mail]
AX25:pa3cev@pi8zaa.#bra.nld.eu



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From: [e-mail] (JosephWP)
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Subject: Re: What's a "Boatanchor"?
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The term 'boatanchor' covers a variety of amateur radios and
communications receivers from the vacuum tube era. Certainly would include
the SX-101 and HP-608.

I would also include in the category much of the very early solid state
communications / ham receivers such as the Davco DR-30 and Hammarlund
HQ-215 (both of which are in my 'boatanchor' gear). I would also include
sets such as the SBE-33, -34 - mixed solid state / tube technology.

73
Joseph Pinner +
Lafayette, LA
KC5IJD
EMail: [e-mail]


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Subject: KENWOOD R-5000 4-Sale
From: [e-mail] (Michael Zero)
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for sale like new kenwood R-5000 receiver hardly used. less than 50
hours use. must go paid $1 grand new, sac for $600 or best reasonable
offer. looking to buy a house so everything must go..have all sorts of
test and ham  equipment available..contact me at

[e-mail]            thanks, joe N1WIK


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Hi;
 I have put together one of the variable bandwidth filters from page 30
of QST, July 95. The filter works very well I think. It will sharpen to
about 50 Hz or widen out to 3 KHz. It is not a notch filter but it
certainly can get quite sharp.
 The filter wants both plus and minus 5 Volts. One method suggests using
two zeners in series with two low value resistors and applying 12 Volts
to the ends of the circuit, and grounding the junction of the two zeners.
Then the article says "be sure that the common (ground) line of the
filter's  PC board never meets the ground for the rest of the station."
Well now, the audio in and out gets "grounded" as does the 12Volt power
supply negative line, so ...how does one avoid this grounding problem
without using a separate isolated power supply or using a battery to
supply the filter itself?
 Any ideas or comments?
 Thanks es 73 , Dave
Email to [e-mail]





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From: [e-mail] (Jeff London)
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I have an AEA 232MBX for sale with all cables, manuals and box

Asking $250 or best offer

Ben  WB7QIG

internet mail  :  [e-mail]



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From: [e-mail] (Jim Storm)
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[e-mail] (Eric-Jan W÷sten) wrote:

>HI!

>A friend of mine will visit Vegas next week. Can anyone give me some
>info on a hamradio shop out there??
>If you know there is NO shop, plaese tell me also, so my friend won't
>bother searching the yellow pages.

>73 de Eric PA3CEV
>email to:
>[e-mail]
>\   Eric-Jan Wosten DDS
> \  Best, Holland
>  =========================
>
>Internet: [e-mail]
>AMPRnet: [e-mail]
>AX25:pa3cev@pi8zaa.#bra.nld.eu

How about Amateur Electronic Supply
1072 N. Rancho Drive
702-647-3114

                         73, Jim WB6LWS



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From: [e-mail] (Jon Goguen)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew
Subject: Re: Using HP8690 with HP8410 Network Analyzer ???
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In article <4c1moh$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Scott
Townley) wrote:

> The HP8410 Network Analyzer documentation specifically mentions the
HP8620C as
> the sweeper of choice, even coming from the factory (at the time) with a
> control interconnect cable for the '8620.
>
> Does anyone have any insight on if and/or how an HP8690 can be used as the
> sweeper in an HP8410 system??
>


Scott,

My 8410 manual is apparently older than yours, and has instruction for
using the 8690.  I recently aquired the latter, but haven't had a chance
to fool with them yet.  If you send me your address, I'll copy the
relevant manual pages pages and send them to you.  I could also fax them
if you would prefer.

Cheers,

Jon


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Try www.tandy.com they have online manuals and parts list.Also exploded
views.



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I'd rather see my sister in a whorehouse than my brother on a Mac...


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[e-mail] wrote:

>In article <[e-mail]>, Philippe CUVINOT
><[e-mail]> wrote:

>> Hola,
>>
>> Soy francΘs y estoy buscando a amigos para conversar acerca de temas
>> latino americanos. Me interesa muchφsimo la cultura precolombina y
>> estoy realizando una pßgina a prop≤sito de las grandes civilizaciones.
>> Escribanme para darme ideas interesantes. Gracias.
>> Hasta pronto, Philippe.

>Hola Philippe,

>   Yo soy frances tambien, y vivo en Los Angeles, California. Trabajo como
>bibliotecario especializado en literatura mexicana y centro americana, en
>la University of Southern California. Me gustaria conversar contigo en
>cualquier idioma (espanol, frances, ingles) y ayudarte. Aqui en el sur de
>la California hay mucha gente de habla hispana y muchas organizaciones
>culturales : mexicanas, salvadorenas, hondurenas......bueno una fuente muy
>larga de posibilidades. Puedes usar mi correo electronico directamente

>[e-mail]

>espero hablar contigo muy pronto!  gracias

>JEAN-LUC


>JEAN-LUC ESTRELLA
>DOHENY MEMORIAL LIBRARY
>UNIVERSITY PARK CAMPUS
>LOS ANGELES, CA, 90089
>U.S.A.




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From: [e-mail] (Hayk Esenyan)
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73 from N2YRW

I have the following computer system available for sale; it is
particularly suitable for Packet Radio, phone BBS / Internet access,
and overall personal computing needs.

Computer hardware:
================
Home built 486 computer with hand picked components:
- Mini-tower type case with 200 Watt power supply,
- Micronics motherboard with Intel 80486-DX processor @ 33 MHz,
  64 KB processor cache, 7 ISA slots, 8 x 30 pin memory sockets,
- 4 MB system memory (4 x 1MB - 30 pin -  SIMMS with parity),
- 200 MB hard disk drive,
- 5-1/4" floppy disk drive,
- Single speed CD-ROM drive (caddyless)
- Hard disk, floppy disk, CD-ROM drive controller,
- 2 serial (RS232C) and 1 parallel (Centronics) ports,
- 14.4 Kbps data modem with 9.6 Kbps fax capability,
- Accelerated VGA controller with 1 MB video memory,
- 14" monochrome VGA monitor (paper white, razor sharp)
- Creative Lab's Sound Blaster - 8 bit sound card,
- 4 Watt capable desktop speakers,
- Keyboard,
- Genuine Microsoft serial mouse,

System and user softwares:
======================
- Microsoft DOS 6
- Microsoft Windows 3.1
- Microsoft Word 2.0 - word processor,
- Microsoft Excel 4.0 - spread sheet,
- Fax and communication software for Windows,
(All softwares come with original disks and manuals)

Packet Radio Hardware/Software/Litterature
====================================
- Tigertronics Inc's BayPac Packet Modem (Model BP-1) 1200 baud,
- Connection cable for Kenwood TH-78A,
- Original BayPac software,
- "Your Packet Companion", 170 page introduction book to
  packet radio.

Everything is in mint condition with extensive documentation.

Complete package for $895 + shipping
Call 718-544-7547 or email to:
[e-mail]

Happy Holidays and Best Wishes for 1996





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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: Ameritron Amplifiers
Date: Sat, 30 Dec 95 09:44:40 GMT
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   [e-mail] (KA9EGW) wrote:

>the 811H, with 4 811's in parallel, is not a bad amp from what
>I've heard.  I know of one other amplifier that uses 4 811's in
>parallel...the Collins 30L1.

Unlike the Collins, Ameritron's amp doesn't oscillate on 15M. :)

73,
Jack  WB3U


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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
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Subject: Re: LO-Z -> HI-Z mic adapter???
Date: Sat, 30 Dec 95 10:11:03 GMT
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   [e-mail] (charles copeland) wrote:

>I believe a lo-Z mic creates a low voltage signal with fair current.

Not always.  Some low-Z mics have a considerable output voltage. The
problem is, most of us don't know what the output voltage spec is - we
only know it's labeled "low-Z."

>I believe a hi-Z mic creates a high voltage signal with weak current.
>The transformer pumped up the low voltage signal to a high voltage
>signal, but with the loss of conversion due to K of transformer.

A good audio transformer should have very little loss.  This is sort of
the same problem as above, only in reverse.  Rigs aren't specified as to
the required input voltage at the stated impedance, so there's no way to
know what's required.  They're all different, and your mic would probably
work very well with some rigs, but not with others.

>If voltage from lo-Z mic was equal to a hi-Z mic, no transformer
>would have been necessary.

Perhaps.  It's always possible that the frequency response of the mic
is governed, in part, by the load.

>Note: Lo->Hi can be ok, but Hi->Lo won't work.

Again, depends on the type of microphone.  A high impedance dynamic
mic may be able to drive a low impedance input, but it's pot luck.
You won't know for sure until you try it, and there may be frequency
response problems.  The latter is especially true with crystal and
ceramic microphones, which should always see a high impedance load.

The best approach is to try to feed the rig with a driving impedance
that's reasonably close to the specifications, and to terminate the
mic with a load reasonably similar to its specs.  This might not
always work perfectly, but it the best chance you've got. :)

73,
Jack  WB3U


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In article <4c40il$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (George C.
Rybicki) wrote:

> Hi I am restoring a Hallicrafters S20R and could use some help in
tracking down
> info on this set. I think it is 1940's vintage, is this correct?

The Hallicrafters S20R was manufactured from 1939-45. Original price $49.95.
Tube compliment is: 6SK7 rf, 6K8 converter, 2 6SK7 if, 6SQ7 det/avc/af1,
6H6 nl, 6J6 bfo, 6F6 af out, and 80 rectifier.

A good place to check for the schematic is your local library if they have
the old Ryder books (similar to Sams Photofact).

Good luck ....


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From: Paul Christensen <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: LO-Z -> HI-Z mic adapter???
Date: 30 Dec 1995 12:51:24 GMT
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>I used a Shure SM-58 (150 ohms) with my TS-820 and I just wired it >direct wi
th no problems.

There shouldn't be.  A 150 ohm source impedance microphone can be used
with either a low or high-Z input stage.  The high-Z input stage circuits
"bridge" the low source impedance of the microphone.

-Paul, N9AZ



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From: Paul Christensen <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: FT-900 & FT-900ATs ARE LEMONS
Date: 30 Dec 1995 13:02:50 GMT
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>Just think, I had an ICOM IC-706 new in the box and I sent it back to >AES in
 exchange for the FT-900AT.  El Stupido mi! Pass the lemon juice >please.

If you hadn't made the exchange, the content of your letter would still
be the same, only you would be describing problems with the ICOM 706.

Unfortunately, compromises must be made with these small radios and
everybody wants FT-1000-class radios with all the features in a small
package.

Aside from the RF gain control, what other problems did you have.  Prior
to making the exchange, didn't you ask someone, check out a product
review, or look at the front panel in a product literature pack?

-Paul, N9AZ



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From: [e-mail] (Robert Reed)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: ** WINDOWS'95 CD UPGRADE $50 **
Date: 30 Dec 1995 14:49:41 GMT
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WINDOWS'95 UPGRADE CD AND MANUAL
========================================================

My Cardiologist office has merged his 3 offices with 2 others
and has purchased all new computers and upgraded software for
all the offices. His software provider will not guanrantee
the perfomance under Windows'95 so he is not upgrading past
Windows 3.1

He has given me all the upgrade packages that were sent to
him after his purchase. Obviously I can only use 1 package.

I have for sale the extra Windows'95 Upgrade Kits. These are
CD-ROM Upgrade kits. They are sealed Microsoft Upgrade kits
with the Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity, holographic
security label, etc.

The price is $ 50.00 including shipping.

Contact  Bob Reed, WB2DIN, at [phone] any time until
2300EST daily.




-
  ROBERT REED, WB2DIN           [e-mail]
  538 Brewers Bridge Road
  Jackson, New Jersey 08527      PACKET  WB2DIN@WT3V



From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:08:12 1996
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From: Robert Blumenkranz <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Help please FT900 Noise Blanker Mod?
Date: Sat, 30 Dec 1995 19:30:10 -0700
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If you have done the mod or know the changes to make,
could you please give me the information. Yaesu is of
course closed for the holidays and I would like to
fix this problem if at all possible.
Thanks,
Robert Blumenkranz, Ni6r
[e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Chris Conklin (N0PAV))
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Subject: Re: 2 Channel Maxtrac to 16 Channel Maxtrac Conversion??????
Date: Sat, 30 Dec 1995 20:01:55 GMT
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On 28 Dec 1995 02:42:02 -0500, [e-mail] (Scanner119) wrote:

>I saw a posting on here the other day on converting a 2 channel Motorola
>Maxtrac(VHF High Band) to a 16 channel.  I have access to both the
>software and hardware I need some technical advice on how to do it.  I
>have

>spoke to a friend who says the hardware is only about $25 for each radio

I haven't priced it out- but the Radius M100 line (which is 99.9%
similar to Maxtrac, esp in controls and cosmetics) only needs the
faceplate replaced to expand the memory (and a trip to the
programmer).  NO other hardware is changed in the radios- so if Mother
Batwings were being reasonable $25 should cover a panel with a couple
of buttons, a 2 digit LED, a couple of LEDs (Tx and Rx indicate) and a
specialized ic to run it.

GE for a while made a series of mobiles that came from the factory as
2 channel radios- if you wanted more you replaced the faceplate.
Probably why a local 2-way shop has a box with 500 of these 2 channel
panels in it!!


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From: al bolton <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Regency RPU402 UHF Handheld-info?
Date: Sat, 30 Dec 95 21:08:59 GMT
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Hello,

I have acquired a Regency UHF handheld (more like a housebrick with antenna!)
model RPU402. It came with only a very limited amount of information. However,

it does work.
Does anyone have any info on this set-it has potential as a cheap handheld or
packet set.

Many thanks,
--------------
Al Bolton
OK8VSQ/G4VSQ
Caversham, UK.
--------------


From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:08:14 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Scott Leaf)
Subject: Wanted Yaesu FT-690R II
Sender: [e-mail]
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Wanted to Buy Yaesu FT-690R II 6M all mode.

Willing to Trade Yaesu FT-790R II 70cm all mode portable or sell this rig for
$750 CDN or equivalent in US$

You may repsond via E-mail allthough I am not the seller.
Buyer/Seller is Don VE7MDX phone [phone]

--
Scott Leaf VE7ZVZ CN89os
[e-mail]
Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada
Mountain DX Club VA7SM - "To boldy VHF where no ham has VHFed before"


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From: [e-mail] (Scott Leaf)
Subject: Yasesu FT-790R II For Sale
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For sale Yasesu FT-790R II 70cm all mode portable
$750 CDN or equivalent in US$
Also willing to trade this for Yaesu FT-690R II 6M all mode portable.

You may respond via e-mail but I am not the seller.
Seller is Don (VE7MDX) phone [phone]

--
Scott Leaf VE7ZVZ CN89os
[e-mail]
Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada
Mountain DX Club VA7SM - "To boldy VHF where no ham has VHFed before"


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From: [e-mail] (Scott Leaf)
Subject: Re: Manual for ICOM IC-24AT Please!
Sender: [e-mail]
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Thanks to all that responded and their generous offers of assistance.

I found a fellow amateur less than a mile away that has it! Who Knew!?

Happy New Year

--
Scott Leaf VE7ZVZ CN89os
[e-mail]
Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada
Mountain DX Club VA7SM - "To boldy VHF where no ham has VHFed before"
Coming up Summer '96 DX-pedition to rare grid CO80, on 6M, 2M & 70cm


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From: [e-mail] (Phil Andrew)
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Subject: IC Delta 1 mods
Date: 30 Dec 1995 22:24:23 -0000
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Does anyone have information on modifying the Icom IC Delta 1A (or E) -
the triple band handheld?

Any mods / information much appreciated.

Cheers

Phil

               |
 http://www.csv.warwick.ac.uk/~esveg/
|Philip Andrew-+- Warwick Uni.| Dept. of Engineering|[e-mail] |
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From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:08:18 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Lou Milrad)
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Subject: FS: Yaesu FT1000D
Date: 30 Dec 1995 23:33:07 -0500
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In imaculate out-of-the box condition, with both hand mic and MD1-C8 desk
mic. and  SP-5 matching speaker with audio filters.

Have manual and original cartons.

Sell for $3700 USD plus shipping.
--
Lou Milrad
[phone]
[e-mail]


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From: [e-mail] (Gene McAvoy)
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Subject: fs:ICOM R-1 with full freq. coverage
Date: Sun, 31 Dec 1995 00:21:49 GMT
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Like new condition.  ICOM R-1 scanner.
        Complete 800 MHz band coverage...no blockage!
        Extra battery and charger.

$500. firm.

This is a private sale but I can accept Visa, MC, or America Express.

Gene / KG7XD

ScanWare Associates
http://www.sincom.com/~scanware/index.html
email: [e-mail]
BBS 360.8714228 or 360.871.4591



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From: [e-mail] (Cort Tompkins)
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Subject: Re: FS:  Yaesu FT-2500M
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[e-mail] (Cort Tompkins) wrote:

>Well, I won this the radio at a computer show and I really don't know much
>about this sort of thing so I'm trying to sell it.  It looks kind of small an
d
>is probably designed for use in a car.  This is what it says on the box:

Thanks for all of the replies, but the radio has already been sold.

Cort Tompkins



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From: "Robert A. Kile" <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: ANY HAM SHOPS IN LAS VEGAS????
Date: 31 Dec 1995 01:41:41 GMT
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Eric,
   AES has a well stcked branch store in Las Vegas. The Address is 1072
N. Rancho Dr. Las Vegas, NV. Local number is 647-3114.

73 Bob KG7D



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From: jperale (Juan M. Perales)
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Subject: Butternut HF-5B
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Hello!
I'm interested in characteristics and perfomance of the Butternut HF-5B
"Butterfly" miniquad antenna. I will appreciate info about experiences with
that, gain, etc.  I have limited space for placing a directional antenna.
Many thanks for reading this, and Happy New Year.

Juan M. Perales, EA6NP

[e-mail]



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From: [e-mail] (John C. Oppenheimer)
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Subject: PS-55 schematic wanted
Date: 31 Dec 1995 09:49:30 -0600
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Does anyone have a schematic for an ICOM PS-55 that they can photocopy
and send to me?

OR, has the technology proliferated enough to ask for a digitized copy
through email?

Thanks,
John KN5L


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From: [e-mail] (WB3U)
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Subject: Re: Full-Breakin CW w/ L4B?
Date: Sun, 31 Dec 95 10:57:29 GMT
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 [e-mail] wrote:

>I am considering getting a Drake L4B amp to use with my TS-940.
>Will the L4B handle full breakin out-of-the-box or will I need to
>make some keying/control mods to it?

You'll need an electronic T/R switch.  Ameritron sells a PIN diode
switch that works very well according to users I've run into on the
air.  I think the model number is QSK-5.

73,
Jack  WB3U


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From: [e-mail] (Joel E. Davis)
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Subject: CES mod 510sa patch
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Greetings and a Happy New Year.
My brother picked up a CES model 510SA phone patch at a tail-gate. We have no
info on it. Could some one help with a pinout of the ribbon cable on the back?

Any other info would be helpful. By the way it's called "SMART PATCH" on the
front panel.

Tnks joe K5ZCX


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From: Kjell-Viggo Loevhaug <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: Smoke Filled Radio
Date: 31 Dec 1995 11:33:51 GMT
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"C. J. Hawley Jr." <[e-mail]> wrote:

>It goes away after a month or so. If it's an old radio, you might try sprayin
g
>windex lightly on the chassis and wiping off. The yellow comes right off and
>you'll find that the smoke oil has protected the metal underneath.
>--

If you don't have windex you may use white-spirit. It will also remove
the tar-film easily.





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From: [e-mail] (N9MXT1)
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Subject: Need 2m/440 Cross Band Radio
Date: 31 Dec 1995 13:06:39 -0500
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Hello,
   Does anyone have a dual band 2meter and 440 radio with cross band
repeat??  I want this radio!! SO, if you are selling it please give me
email.

 Not wanting to spend a fortune on it!!!  So, please email me if you have
it.

Thanks N9MXT1 - Jeffrey
N9MXT - Jeffrey


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From: Paul Christensen <[e-mail]>
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Subject: Re: LO-Z -> HI-Z mic adapter???
Date: 31 Dec 1995 13:12:37 GMT
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>I believe a lo-Z mic creates a low voltage signal with fair current.
>I believe a hi-Z mic creates a high voltage signal with weak current.
>The transformer pumped up the low voltage signal to a high voltage
>signal, but with the loss of conversion due to K of transformer.

The impedance of the microphone does not in and of itself determine the
output level.  There are plenty of low-Z mics in the broadcast and
recording industry that have unterminated output levels far in excess of
some high-Z microphone elements.   Professionally, I use them on a daily
basis.  Many older transmitters were designed with high-Z mic inputs such
that relatively inexpensive crystal and ceramic mic elements could be
used.  This was necessary before active transformers became practical.  A
*good* audio transformer was and still is relatively expensive.  The
crystal mic element can be thought of as an AC voltage generator in
series with a small capacitance; oftentimes less than 1500 pF.  This
capacitance, in series with the voltage generator can cause
severe low frequency rolloff problems when the mic is terminated
into anything less than a megohm.  In fact, the crystal element
should not be terminated with less than 10 megohms in order to
realize its capable, wide frequency response.

Back to the issue at hand: I don't doubt that the inclusion of your
transformer helped in your case, but another mechanism was likely the
cause of your interfacing problem, unless by the very nature of your
particular low-Z element, the output level is genuinely low.  I
haver never seen this to be the case though.  Low-Z source impedances are
routinely "bridged" by  high-Z input impedances.  Nearly every
late-generation recording studio and broadcast studio's mixer microphone
preamp stage incorporates a 1500 ohm input impedance that bridges the 150
source impedance of a dynamic, moving-coil microphone.

I strongly suspect that your transfomer in effect, did more to act
as an isolation transformer between your mic element and your
transceiver.

>If voltage from lo-Z mic was equal to a hi-Z mic, no transformer
>would have been necessary.
>Note: Lo->Hi can be ok, but Hi->Lo won't work.

Agreed.  The later case will almost always require a preamp/impedance
transformation.


-Paul, N9AZ



From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:08:27 1996
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From: Paul Christensen <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: LO-Z -> HI-Z mic adapter???
Date: 31 Dec 1995 13:30:37 GMT
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>The best approach is to try to feed the rig with a driving impedance
>that's reasonably close to the specifications, and to terminate the
>mic with a load reasonably similar to its specs.  This might not
>always work perfectly, but it the best chance you've got. :)


Excellent Advice Jack.  It's generally not necessary to achieve a perfect
audio impedance match for communications audio purposes.

As long as the mic to input amp interfacing allows for adaquate level and
the frequency response of the mic element within the audio passband does
not radically change,  the absolute match shouldn't matter.

-Paul, N9AZ



From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:08:29 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Albert S Woodhull)
Subject: Re: Help RS HTX-202
Message-ID: <c1f7cb$[e-mail]>
Date: Sun, 31 Dec 1995 13:41:56 GMT
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On 30 Dec 1995 17:53:38 GMT Wayne Jones (wjones.hgea.org) wrote in
rec.radio.amateur.equipment:

: "James H. Huss" <[e-mail]> wrote:
: >I just bought a Radio Shack HTX-202 of of the net.
: >It is in new condition, however I do not have the manual.

: Try going to your nrarest Radio Shack -- They may have the manual, and if
: they don't, they can order it from customer dervices. You can also het a
: service manual for most Radio Shack products through customer service.
: Both service manual and operators manual should cost in the vicinity of
: $15-$20.

It will be even cheaper than that -- I recently got the service manual
for the HTX-202 and it was well under $10.

73, Al N1AW
--
Al Woodhull
[e-mail]
n1aw@k1mea.#wma.ma.usa.na
[e-mail]




From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:08:29 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Charlie Fortner)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Icom T22 AM Aircraft Rx Mod?
Date: Sun, 31 Dec 1995 14:29:24 -0500
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Icom advertises that the IC-T22 can recieve AM aircraft with "a simple
keypad modification."  Where can I get this mod?  I've looked all around
the 'Net and I can't find _any_ mods for the T22.  Any and all help
appreciated.


From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:08:31 1996
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From: [e-mail] (John K Scoggin Jr)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: ICOM 706 and automatic tuners
Date: 31 Dec 1995 14:33:45 GMT
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I just bought an Icom 706 yesterday, primarily for 6 meters - at least, until
my Army MARS application is approved.  I have a 100-ft end-fed long wire
antenna here at work and will need an antenna tuner, preferably an automatic
one.

The local ham radio store salesman was recommending an SGC-230 tuner, as oppos
ed
to the Icom AH-3 (they had both in stock).  Does anyone have any experience
(good or bad) with the SGC-230/Icom-706 combination?

Thanks!

--
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From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:08:31 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Harry Matthews)
Subject: ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT - FOR SALE
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I met a lady who has a LARGE collection of electronic test equipment to
disperse.  I have no financial interest in this situation and only seek
to provide her with an opportunity to find homes for a really fine
collection of Hewlett Packard, Tektronix and many other fine name-brand
equipment items.  Hobbyists and Hams - ATTENTION!!!!!!

There's a B&W 500 in this pile too!

LARGE QUANTITY OF USED ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT FOR SALE.
FOR INVENTORY LIST, PLEASE SEND S.A.S.E. TO:

PRB ELECTRONICS
P.O. BOX 1776
DALE, NY 14039




From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:08:32 1996
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From: [e-mail]
Subject: REQ: Mods for HR2600
Sender: [e-mail] (Usenet)
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Looking for mods specifically for the President HR-2600 10 meter
mobile rig.

Dave KN3ZAN



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From: [e-mail] (Midnight Communications)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: TH-79A(D) Mods
Date: 31 Dec 1995 17:56:13 GMT
Organization: InfiNet
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Does anyone have mods for the 79 other than the mod sheet v1.5 released
by clayton wagar kd4idn, i am perticuarly interested in key pad mods.
Does anyone know ANYTHING about the "Wide Band" mod.
Please Tell Me anything about any mods that you have, worked/didn't
work. What ever, i really want to modify it and i have the facility's
but am a little weary about doing it, please tell me anything.
My email is: [e-mail] if you prefer that.


                                KF4CAG



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From: [e-mail](Arnold Galina )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Yaesu FT-990 & PK-232MBX TNC
Date: 31 Dec 1995 18:17:05 GMT
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For Sale:

Yaesu FT-990 rig with built in power supply, Yaesu MD-1 dynamic
microphone, Bencher iambic paddle, JRC ST-3 headphones and AlphaDelta
Delta-2 coax switch-surge protector. $1800.00

PK-232MBX Multimode TNC with Tripp Lite PR-3A power supply and
Packratt-2 software. $275.00

Arnie Galina
173 Bartlett Street #2
Brockton, MA 02401
[phone]


From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:08:35 1996
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From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Full-Breakin CW w/ L4B?
Date: 31 Dec 1995 18:47:45 GMT
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Sender: [e-mail] (Dick Flanagan)
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I am considering getting a Drake L4B amp to use with my TS-940.  Will
the L4B handle full breakin out-of-the-box or will I need to make some
keying/control mods to it?

73, Dick W6OLD


--
Dick Flanagan, W6OLD - ([e-mail]) - Minden, NV


From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:08:36 1996
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From: Chris Boone <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: fs: 70 cm diplexers
Date: 31 Dec 1995 19:18:38 GMT
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Whats the model # on this item??? and is it a duplexer?

Chris
--
Senior Telecommunications Technician  [e-mail]
ENTERGY/Gulf States Utilities         1:106/4267 FIDOnet
WB5ITT - Advanced Class               BBS- 409-447-4267 (WBBS)
PG-9-5322  FCC Commercial             409-525-2001 PhoneMail 24hr


From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:08:37 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Jim Martin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.swap
Subject: Re: Austin Amateur Radio Suppy
Date: Sun, 31 Dec 1995 19:28:55 GMT
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I had the opportunity to visit AARS in 1991 while attending school at
Bergstrom Air Force Base in Austin.  Each time I visited the store was
a pleasant experience.

It is also my experience that sales people "have to be perfect" in
every way for SOME hams and when or if one has a bad day/week (sales
person or customer for that matter) there are those few who, either
via packet or internet, paste their displeasure on the monitors of
those who partake of these modes.

There are some hams who actually go way out of their way to find
something wrong with a ham sales establishment and end up amplifying
the little things to many times their actual importance or
un-importance...and they can't wait to share their negativism with the
rest of us.

We are all the sum of our experiences in life... and some of us have
had a better life than others. But, just because the sales people
don't stand at the door in tuxedos to greet everyone with hors
d'oeuvres and free gifts and the customer's name up in lights doesn't
make the place a bad place to shop.  After all, if EVERYONE
interpreted their visit experiences as that bad....these places
wouldn't be in business for very long.

Sales people are human too...just like next guy.  If one has a genuine
bad experience, call the owner or manager and let that person know of
the experience?  ...Or, run home and blast way with your keyboard
phaser?

just my two cents worth...

jim martin, wk1v
lowell, mass

My opinions are my own and do not reflect those of my employer in any
way, shape, or form.









From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:08:38 1996
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From: "Joe, VP2VBL" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Need Help With Ailing TenTec Corsair(1) Rig
Date: 31 Dec 1995 20:34:30 GMT
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Rig works OK on CW -- normal 100W out.  SSB doesn't work -- no
modulation from either mike or audio-in on rear panel.  This
means also can't work HF packet/RTTY/Amtor etc.

TenTec repair dept. says they don't know which board it is and
told me to return rig to factory.  That's fine, but from here,
very expensive shipping.  And with present load on repair dept.,
lenghty cycle.

Rig is ten years old, but I like it.  It's a great CW rig.

Any suggestions (besides donating it to a public school in NYC)?

Have all the manuals.  Repair facilities minimal personally and
on this Island.

Thanks in advance.  VP2VBL



From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:08:39 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Kenneth R. Teleis)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Location of Mods files please
Date: 31 Dec 1995 21:55:11 GMT
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Can anyone tell me if there is a central location for amateur radio
mod files?

regards,

Ken Teleis, KZ3E/8
System Adminstrator
University of Akron Amateur Radio Club (W8UPD)
E-mail: [e-mail]



From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:08:39 1996
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From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Re: What Ham Radio Manufaturer gives the best customer service???
Date: Sun, 31 Dec 1995 22:07:46 GMT
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none of them!!!!!!



From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:08:40 1996
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From: [e-mail] (Chris Dorn)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Mic Element Question
Date: 31 Dec 1995 22:11:20 GMT
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Hello,
   I own a Drake TR7, and have the handheld Drake mic for the rig. The
audio reports have been less than glowing, and the audio seems quite
muddy. I get very good reports with a Turner desk mic that I have, but
would like to use the handmic which at my station is more comfortable
than leaning to talk into the desk mic. Could I replace the element in
the mic with something else like a Heil or Shure element? I don't know
much about these elements, and which would be the best overall. I don't
really need the mic for DX. How much do the Heil elements go for, and
would they fit into the handmic? Where is the best place to purchase the
elements?
Thanks,
Chris VE6RDC



From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:08:41 1996
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From: [e-mail] (AA0HI)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Experiences with FT-1000MP?
Date: 31 Dec 1995 23:27:31 GMT
Organization: SkyPoint Communications, Inc.
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Would appreciate hearing about experiences with the FT-1000MP. Pros and
cons.

Ed, AA0HI



From Unknown Mon Jan 01 01:08:42 1996
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From: [e-mail] (AA0HI)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Experience with the IC-775DSP
Date: 31 Dec 1995 23:28:31 GMT
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Would appreciate hearing about experience with the Icom IC-775DSP.
Pros and Cons.

Ed, AA0HI



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From: Mats Sundstr÷m <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: Ten-Tec Paragon-software ?
Date: Sun, 31 Dec 1995 23:43:33 +0100
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Where can I get software for controlling a Ten-Tec paragon ???
Happy New Year
Mats / SM4KSM


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From: [e-mail]
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Subject: Kenwood TS440S Manual
Date: Sun, 31 Dec 1995 23:52:32 GMT
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 I would like a photocopy of the operator's manual  for the Kenwood
TS-440S ...    Thank you     Jeff