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  1. Buddy on there today tells me it "says $35" until credit card time, then it's $70. He's anguishing.
  2. They'll probably show up the same day the FCC lowers its license fee..
  3. I was thinking of adding NMO fittings to cable, not drilling holes. Sent from my Pixel 4a using Tapatalk
  4. ..and RST should be double the TOT value? Ball park?
  5. Looking at Amazon for this but thought I'd get recommendations here for a decent kit. Don't wanna break the bank but nothing too cheapo either. To build custom length NMO for mobile installs using PL239. Also, any special tools for the NMO permanent mount fittings? Thanks. Sent from my Pixel 4a using Tapatalk
  6. So, is the 3 min TOT a good setting for CCR HT and/or 25-40w Kenwood mobiles? I've pretty much ignored that setting but having been tasked with a lot of programming for friends. I'd like to save them from themselves without long explanations or the whys and wherefores of keeping the jabber down.. Good stuff! Sent from my Pixel 4a using Tapatalk
  7. Thanks gang. Figured but wanted to be sure. Just a little bit different look I guess. Pretty good freebee PS. Lots of the off-road folks are doing mobile radios and asking me to program for them. This will make it a lot easier than unplugging the one in my SxS and plugging theirs in.
  8. Given the Astron power supply minus AC power cord. Looking for one online or from a buddy's parts. You suppose it's specific to the brand/unit? Or might it be generic? Sources? Thanks Sent from my Pixel 4a using Tapatalk
  9. This sound right for the 890? Edit: yup that's it. Looked it up and found both online. KPG-44D Cable KPG-43 $45.00
  10. More features on the 890 than I need but good used UHF Kenwoods are getting scarce on all my sources (880, 8180).2 channel units are out there but no good to me. Thanks.
  11. Anyone with experience/testimonial/opinion on the Kenwood TK-890? I know the features, i.e. remote mounting, and like what I see, just looking for real-world experience. 40w might be nice for the remote places I go but have had good luck with range using 25 - 30w mobile units using repeaters from 50+ miles LOS. Dunno how much an additional 10 - 15w will add to the experience.
  12. Done deal, works great, owner is thrilled. Talked from his place in town, over the mountain where the repeater resides, to my place 20 miles away. 2 open local repeaters programmed in. He can do more regional as he wishes; he now knows how. Tiny little radio the 115 but 15w should do fine. Will compare distance to repeater against my 30w TK8180s. He has the Midland supplied phantom antenna mounted between his spare tire and the tailgate of his JK. Not ideal so he's looking for better options. Not worthless either - he got what he'd hoped for. Thanks folks.
  13. All good stuff, especially the adjacent channel.. I know better. Will be a lot easier with the vehicle here to play with instead of over the phone or DM, and with other radios available and the repeaters known to work from my place. Thanks.
  14. Trying to program a couple repeaters into a buddy's MXT 115 mobile. Gave him the repeater codes (141.3) and walked him through inserting them into CH20 and CH21 (.625 and .675) after enabling repeater (rp) on those two channels. We couldn't communicate. Is there something we're missing? He has the hard copy manual and I was referring to it on .pdf I got online. He's going to drive the 15 miles to my place tomorrow so we can try it in person. FWIW his antenna is mounted on his JK spare tire mount and I'm pretty sure it's the one included in the 115 package. Darn Jeeps and their fiberglass roofs.. Maybe we can rig up a better antenna mount for him but he's probably sensitive about drilling, etc. Is there Midland software out there to program separate from the FP? I'll go look. Thanks. PS/Edit: with the Midland going to only CH22 is it correct to just choose the channel corresponding with the repeater freq (462.675) to make it the repeater channel. I understand there is no split-tone capability on the Midlands but neither of the repeaters have ST and both run on 141.3. What about the 5k TX/RX offset? Is that built into the Midland? I didn't see any specifics on that in the manual.
  15. Some here say the Nagoya is a big help. My experience with 805G and Nagoya 771G is nominal, without any hard tests, but is a PITA in the vehicle with it's extra length. Your results may vary.
  16. Other than Midland, where are you guys sourcing antennas for Jeeps? And what seems to be the best performers. 1/2w, 5/8, loaded??? Several buddies requesting mobile radio installs on TJ, YJ, JK, etc. and my only experience is with 1/4 wave NMO ground plane antennas. Looking to get them the best performing antennas as they're relying on my perceived "expertise".. lol. Not a fan of mag-mount, nor will they work with fiberglass roofs. Seems most common impulse is for them to get Midland radios. I wish they allowed split repeater tones. Other than that they seem to be well regarded.
  17. Ya, already downloaded the software so will have my buddy bring his radios with him Saturday when we're having a Jeep "garage day" and give it a shot. ...since I already have Kenwood & Wouxun cables.
  18. Ya, I'm aware of all that and have a number of Kenwood mobiles and HT but I'm asking because a friend already has 4 TR200 that he seems to like, so we want to program for repeaters and get what he can out of them, on and off the trail. Hence, I'm looking for the correct cable for programming or first hand knowledge that's already out here. Guess I didn't make that clear. Thanks.
  19. Yeah, we grabbed 16 for off-road and hunting some years ago. I just recently watched the video and learned of my logic in choosing that channel.. used it all day yesterday out on the trails.
  20. Any experience out there with this little jewel? Friend has 4 and reports many simplex miles in less than ideal terrain. I'm pretty sure he paid nothing for them. Looking to use them for trail radios with the Jeeps, etc. Max 2 watt is a concern as is "Narrowband Compliant" if/when used with local repeaters. Any idea which cable and software might be used for these? I've contacted our favorite ebay cable supplier for his input. Edit: Downloaded the software but Titan wants $75 for the cable. http://www.titanradio.com/titan-tr200-two-way-radio Analog Technology 16 Channels Priority Scan UHF 450-470 MHz Narrowband Compliant Battery Life (5-5-90 Duty Cycle) 15+ Hours Heavy Duty Design Ultra-Lightweight: 4.9 oz Voice Activated (VOX) Voice Scrambler Ajustable Squelch Max Power UHF: 2 Watts (adjustable) Repeater Capable PC Programmable Programmable Button 1 Year Extendable Warranty
  21. Bump. Had a friend try to get his license this morning (May 3, 2021, 0800 PDT) , still $70. What a PITA. I get the math but some folks really watch every penny, and for good reason.
  22. Midland assigns digits to correspond with CTCSS Freq. Most common for repeaters is 141.3 (22) but be sure to verify.
  23. Also, not all repeaters ID when activated. Listen for a simple squelch break.
  24. I just downloaded the manual for the 115 a buddy has on order. Guessing the 275 would be same procedure. Enter CTCSS codes for the appropriate repeater when done. "Privacy Codes" in Midland nomenclature. ------------------------------------------ Repeater Channels Your MXT115 has the ability to access repeater channels. The use of a repeater can significantly increase a radio’s range and coverage area. Prior to using a repeater you must coordinate with the owner of the repeater to gain permission to use the repeater. Be sure to understand and follow the sharing and usage rules for each repeater system. To Set the Repeater Channel: 1. Press and release the Menu button to place the radio in “Menu” mode. 2. Use the Channel Up or Channel Down button to scroll through the menu options until the LCD display shows rP 3. Press the Monitor/Scan / button to confirm your selection. 4. Use the Channel Up or Channel Down button to select ON or OFF. 5. Press the Monitor/Scan / button to confirm your selection. YOU MUST PRESS THE MONITOR/SCAN BUTTON TO CONFIRM YOUR SELECTION OR THE REPEATER CHANNEL SELECTION WILL NOT BE CHANGED ▪▪ When activated the repeater channels will be displayed as the channel number (Ex. 15,16,17,ect.) and the rP icon ▪▪ Repeater channels will appear immediatly following the standard GMRS channels (ex: 20,21,22,15rP,16rP17rP etc)
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