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First do a, "Factory Function" (reset) on the Midland and then re-enter all the pertaining setup fields like: Rep - select "ON," etc. Set "TALK" - OFF Now go to CH.Rp 17 (467.600) and listen for someone to communicate on it. Personally, I would wait on putting the privacy tone in until I actually hear the repeater operating myself. Then input the privacy tone 90, if that is what you need.

"Having donation options would be one thing, but there is zero chance you're convincing me that you need to collect a membership fee to cover costs, imho" And I agree. At 70+ years old. I have seen a lot and when money is involved, there is a paycheck in the background for many issues like to, "JUST COVER EXPENSES."

Very good point ! I see it mostly in reaching out to other Trail Leaders when trails are being used used by several groups.

As it was explained to me, "Talk Around" is to be used when the repeater temporarily unavailable or has dropped out for "whatever reason." Using Talk Around on the MXT400 continues to use the simplex channel and any tone set, the repeater would have output on so, your group can continue to communicate but, without the use of repeater. In essence, the radio just drops the input signal to the repeater when you select Talk Around. This way the group does not have to swap channels or tones in absence of the repeater. So, to use the "Talk Around function" everyone in the group as to be, or get, into that mode in order to communicate. It's not like the leader of a pack in the woods is the only one to switch. All has to switch. My question for Midland also was, How do you get everyone to switch into a talk Around Mode" Past the word to the closest behind you. "Once, everyone goes into "Talk Around" mode you can stay in it or if the repeater come back, swap modes again to use the repeater.

YEP, that did the trick! Don't know, "why it worked," but can guess there was something in the internals that prevented the access either to the channel selection of the Tone selection. After recording all my setting in the MXT-400, I did a RESTORE function. The RESTORE function reset the internal components back to factory setting. I input all my previous setup options and it works like a charm!

MIDLAND AI said: "When you enable the Talk Around function, it only affects the individual channel you’re on—not all channels at the same time. It uses that channel’s RX/TX frequency and its stored Privacy Tone settings, so you can chat directly if the repeater’s out of reach." And if that is the case, I don't think the problem is with my setup. I am inclined to think it is the repeater then.

I was trying to reach a repeater that should have been nearby (in reference to it's mapped location) but not in sight by any means on my an older model MXT-400 (NOT programmable). I had spoken on another repeater (different frequency) that overlaps the signal of the one I was looking for and see if anyone could hear my transmission after changing frequencies. They could see my signal (Repeater busy) but could not heard any output from the repeater. I did some research on my unit and was reminded of the "Talk Around Function" allows one to talk to a group of other radios in case the repeater is temporarily out of range or no longer activated. This function allows "you to continue" using the RX/TX frequencies, PL, code to communicate with the group. That is how I understand it. I checked my Operations Manual and went thru the motions to insure this was not set for Talk Around on the frequency I was using and it wasn't. Could this function be set on another frequency and affectioning all the other frequencies? I wouldn't think so but.... Maybe I just need to reboot the whole kit & caboodle.

But the folks that put their cash and effort to put up Nesses 625 are having a gathering this weekend for the Hams & GMRS folks in Salley, SC for what I think is a equipment swap meet kind of thing. You going? They were just publizing it tonight. Vance 600 was mentioned also.

Where is it written a repeater installation by a private citizen MUST cover a population the size of Charleston, SC? Geezz...

17 miles ain't bad at all...

You got ten grand?

As far as I know, there are two possible but time is needed in getting material and testing completed. People seem to be kinda harsh in these parts from with I have seen as of late. Got to remember, these people are forking out their time and money. I agree with UncleYoda, "I suggest you change the title to "Charleston SC repeater?""

WOW, I think your muffing got burned in the oven...

Skipping channels during a scan isn't allowed on the Midlands I think. I'll look into it.

I've got two fellows that spent at least 30 - 45 minutes everyday. Call signs are given after the repeater gives it's babble. Kills the air and ties up my unit as I can't even use the SCAN function.