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* .093 Molex Pin Extractor: Mouser# 538-11-03-0006 (Qty 2) [LMR Power Cables] <br>
 
* .093 Molex Pin Extractor: Mouser# 538-11-03-0006 (Qty 2) [LMR Power Cables] <br>
 
* Digital Multimeter, Fluke-115: Mouser# 676-115 (Qty 1) (General use)<br>
 
* Digital Multimeter, Fluke-115: Mouser# 676-115 (Qty 1) (General use)<br>
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* 3v Lithium Battery for MFJ-1270b/c, 1274, 1289: Mouser# 639-CR2430-P22 (Qty 10) (TNC Maintenance)
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* 3v Lithium Battery for MFJ-1270b/c, 1274, 1289: Mouser# 639-CR2430-P22 (Qty 10) [TNC Maintenance]
  
 
'''Build'''
 
'''Build'''
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* Build cabinet for #RCHWD site, must house computer, radios, power supplies, TNCs. Computer should have 2 serial ports and wireless network card. Computer obtained, build in progress.  Total count is 5 radios (1 6m, 2 2m, 1 1.25m and 1 70cm) and 6 TNCs (BPQ32 will be on all but APRS TNC, which will be linked to VM of Linux running Xastir for a digipeater/Igate).  The 6th TNC will be wired to "share" the 145.010 radio to give both BPQ32 service as well as a Linux based RMS gateway.
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* Build cabinet for #RCHWD site, must house computer, radios, power supplies, TNCs. Computer should have 2 serial ports and wireless network card. Computer obtained, build in progress.  Total count is 5 radios (1 6m, 2 2m, 1 1.25m and 1 70cm) and 6 TNCs (BPQ32 will be on all but APRS TNC, which will be linked to VM of Linux running Xastir for a digipeater/Igate).  The 6th TNC will be wired to "share" the 145.010 radio to give both BPQ32 service as well as a Linux based RMS gateway. '''***Update 5/11/09***''' Computer built on Dell, had problems with Linksys N card, transplated into IBM desktop, still getting inconsistant behavior with wireless card.  Going to return PCI card and locate Wireless Bridge.
 
* Build Tennis ball Launchers to aid in installation of antennas in trees
 
* Build Tennis ball Launchers to aid in installation of antennas in trees
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* Construct small 222 MHz antenna to be installed very high at CMHSW3 site in hopes of having a clear shot to CMHSW4.
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* Construct small 222 MHz antenna to be installed very high at CMHSW3 site in hopes of having a clear shot to CMHSW4. '''***Update 5/10/09***''' 4 Element quad built and installed.  1.4:1 SWR on target frequency.  Seems to be holding  a fairly strong link.  Varies between S1 and S5 depending on time of day.
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* Implement 10m FM 1200 Baud RF ports on CMHSW2, CMHSW3.  G5RV dipole constructed for CMHSW2, need coax.  Tentative frequency of 29.685 MHz.
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* Implement 10m FM 1200 Baud RF ports on CMHSW2, CMHSW3.  Twinlead dipole constructed for CMHSW2, need coax.  Tentative frequency of 29.685 MHz. '''***Update 5/10/09***''' Radio and TNC are onsite @ CMHSW2.  No antenna yet so radio is powered down.
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* Establish 70cm 1200 Baud link between CMHSW2 and CMHSW3 in 441 MHz range.  CMHSW2 will use 70cm side (Duplexer is on site) of AR-270B.  Unknown antenna for CMHSW3.
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* Establish 70cm 1200 Baud link between CMHSW2 and CMHSW3 in 441 MHz range.  CMHSW2 will use 70cm side (Duplexer is on site) of AR-270B.  Unknown antenna for CMHSW3. '''***Update 5/10/09***''' Midland Syntech I onsite @ CMHSW2.  Channel 42, 440.050.
 
* Install APRS Digipeater at N8FRT's QTH.  Use directional antenna to favor 71S away from Columbus.
 
* Install APRS Digipeater at N8FRT's QTH.  Use directional antenna to favor 71S away from Columbus.
 
* Rebuild N8FRT's hamshack computer with Ubuntu and configure Soundmodem as needed.   
 
* Rebuild N8FRT's hamshack computer with Ubuntu and configure Soundmodem as needed.   
 
* Build collinear PVC 2m J-Pole for KD8HEZ Home/Voice station
 
* Build collinear PVC 2m J-Pole for KD8HEZ Home/Voice station
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* Where the hell is The Rick? '''***Update 5/6/09***''' He's been busy failing, he's not on HF nor APRS.  It must not be easy being the chief failure officer.
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* Where the hell is The Rick? '''***Update 5/11/09***''' He's Back!
  
 
'''Develop/Test'''
 
'''Develop/Test'''
 
* Work on Radio/TNC/Computer setup for CMHSW1 site (Lincoln tower)
 
* Work on Radio/TNC/Computer setup for CMHSW1 site (Lincoln tower)
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* Wire up BPQ Polling cable for CMHSW2 (6) and #RCHWD (5).  Connectors have arrived.
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* Wire up BPQ Polling cable for CMHSW2 (6) and #RCHWD (5).  Connectors have arrived. '''***Update 5/9/09***''' Successfully build 6, 4 and 2 port polling cables.  6 port in use at CMHSW2 as of 5/10.
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* Burn appropriate BPQKISS eproms with Channels A-F for CMHSW2, A-D for #RCHWD.
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* Burn appropriate BPQKISS eproms with Channels A-F for CMHSW2, A-D for #RCHWD. '''***Update 5/9/09***''' Completed
 
* Investigate 30m APRS HF I-Gate, unsure of location, probably CMHSW2 or maybe CMHSW4 if compact antenna is devised.
 
* Investigate 30m APRS HF I-Gate, unsure of location, probably CMHSW2 or maybe CMHSW4 if compact antenna is devised.
 
* Testing Midland 70-9020 (806-870 MHz) Radios for possible 33cm work, used for local linking to keep 70cm clear.
 
* Testing Midland 70-9020 (806-870 MHz) Radios for possible 33cm work, used for local linking to keep 70cm clear.
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* Replace 6m, 2m, 70cm radios at CMHSW2 and #RCHWD.  CMHSW3 upgraded, need to add 6m Syntech I once V2000 is installed and Duplexer issues are resolved.
 
* Replace 6m, 2m, 70cm radios at CMHSW2 and #RCHWD.  CMHSW3 upgraded, need to add 6m Syntech I once V2000 is installed and Duplexer issues are resolved.
 
* Upgrade 222 MHz link from CMHSW3 to CMHSW4 to 9600 Baud.  KPC-9612s free.  Probably QSY frequency down to 223.400.
 
* Upgrade 222 MHz link from CMHSW3 to CMHSW4 to 9600 Baud.  KPC-9612s free.  Probably QSY frequency down to 223.400.
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* Allocate recycled 2m Mobile radio for KD8HEZ to use, reacquire IC-27a from his mobile setup.
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* Allocate recycled 2m Mobile radio for KD8HEZ to use, reacquire IC-27a from his mobile setup. Probably TM-241a
 
* Fix man door to garage at CMHSW3, begin building benches and running electric
 
* Fix man door to garage at CMHSW3, begin building benches and running electric

Revision as of 10:41, 11 May 2009

Here is a list of things we are collectively working on.

Purchase

  • Acquire/split up power supplies at CMHSW2, CMHSW3, CMHSW4, #RCHWD to handle higher load from Midland LMR Radios
  • Acquire large spool (1000ft) of RG-213 and PL-259 Connectors.
  • Continue to acquire gear/test equipment for shared workshop. Will need antennas to cover as much HF as possible, 6m, 2m, 222 MHz, 70cm. Spare power supplies, few computers for workstations/web search, eprom burning facilities, packet host to test cables for 4 main interfaces: soundmodem(Linux), DRSI, TNC2, Kantronics 9 pin.
  • Locate Midland LMR radio which will cover 430 MHz, several are candidates including: 70-530A 70-565A 70-1526A 70-1530A 70-1532A 70-1595A 70-1695A 70-5301A 70-5302A. Have eBay saved searched watching on there, keep eyes out at hamfests, these seem to be hard to find. Needed for RF link from Lancaster to Old Washington.
  • Locate portable computer, 20amp switching power supply and appropriate cabling for a portable LMR programming station covering both Syntech I and XTR/Syntech II models.
  • Syntech I programmer. Ordered on 5/5, expected ship on 5/7.
  • Diamond MX-2000 (6m/2m/70cm) Triplexers with pigtails to allow connections to LMR radios.
  • SWR Meter effective up to 1200 MHz for usage for 33cm and 23cm antenna construction.

Component orders:

Jameco:

  • Precidion Voltage Regulator/Linear UA723CN : Jameco# 1129906 (Qty 10) [Astron Rebuilds]
  • 1.25x25" Inline Fuse Holder: Jameco# 108792 (Qty. 50) [LMR Power Cables]

Mouser:

  • 500 pF Ceramic Disc Capacitor: Mouser# 562R10TST50 (Qty 10) - equal number to UA723CN Regulators [Astron Rebuilds]
  • 10a Fast Acting Glass Fuses: Mouser# 576-0312010.MXP (Qty 100) - equal to 2x the 1.25"x.25" Inline Fuse Holders [LMR Power Cables]
  • Bipolar Transistor 2N3771: Mouser# 511-2N3771 (Qty 40) - Replacements for Astron Power Supplies [Astron Rebuilds]
  • .093 Molex Pin Extractor: Mouser# 538-11-03-0006 (Qty 2) [LMR Power Cables]
  • Digital Multimeter, Fluke-115: Mouser# 676-115 (Qty 1) (General use)
  • 3v Lithium Battery for MFJ-1270b/c, 1274, 1289: Mouser# 639-CR2430-P22 (Qty 10) [TNC Maintenance]

Build

  • Build cabinet for #RCHWD site, must house computer, radios, power supplies, TNCs. Computer should have 2 serial ports and wireless network card. Computer obtained, build in progress. Total count is 5 radios (1 6m, 2 2m, 1 1.25m and 1 70cm) and 6 TNCs (BPQ32 will be on all but APRS TNC, which will be linked to VM of Linux running Xastir for a digipeater/Igate). The 6th TNC will be wired to "share" the 145.010 radio to give both BPQ32 service as well as a Linux based RMS gateway. ***Update 5/11/09*** Computer built on Dell, had problems with Linksys N card, transplated into IBM desktop, still getting inconsistant behavior with wireless card. Going to return PCI card and locate Wireless Bridge.
  • Build Tennis ball Launchers to aid in installation of antennas in trees
  • Construct small 222 MHz antenna to be installed very high at CMHSW3 site in hopes of having a clear shot to CMHSW4. ***Update 5/10/09*** 4 Element quad built and installed. 1.4:1 SWR on target frequency. Seems to be holding a fairly strong link. Varies between S1 and S5 depending on time of day.
  • Implement 10m FM 1200 Baud RF ports on CMHSW2, CMHSW3. Twinlead dipole constructed for CMHSW2, need coax. Tentative frequency of 29.685 MHz. ***Update 5/10/09*** Radio and TNC are onsite @ CMHSW2. No antenna yet so radio is powered down.
  • Establish 70cm 1200 Baud link between CMHSW2 and CMHSW3 in 441 MHz range. CMHSW2 will use 70cm side (Duplexer is on site) of AR-270B. Unknown antenna for CMHSW3. ***Update 5/10/09*** Midland Syntech I onsite @ CMHSW2. Channel 42, 440.050.
  • Install APRS Digipeater at N8FRT's QTH. Use directional antenna to favor 71S away from Columbus.
  • Rebuild N8FRT's hamshack computer with Ubuntu and configure Soundmodem as needed.
  • Build collinear PVC 2m J-Pole for KD8HEZ Home/Voice station
  • Where the hell is The Rick? ***Update 5/11/09*** He's Back!

Develop/Test

  • Work on Radio/TNC/Computer setup for CMHSW1 site (Lincoln tower)
  • Wire up BPQ Polling cable for CMHSW2 (6) and #RCHWD (5). Connectors have arrived. ***Update 5/9/09*** Successfully build 6, 4 and 2 port polling cables. 6 port in use at CMHSW2 as of 5/10.
  • Burn appropriate BPQKISS eproms with Channels A-F for CMHSW2, A-D for #RCHWD. ***Update 5/9/09*** Completed
  • Investigate 30m APRS HF I-Gate, unsure of location, probably CMHSW2 or maybe CMHSW4 if compact antenna is devised.
  • Testing Midland 70-9020 (806-870 MHz) Radios for possible 33cm work, used for local linking to keep 70cm clear.

Maintenance/Modifications

  • Continue to modify Midland LMR Radios for Microphone Pre-Amp installation in radio ***Finished as of 5/2/09***
  • Replace 6m, 2m, 70cm radios at CMHSW2 and #RCHWD. CMHSW3 upgraded, need to add 6m Syntech I once V2000 is installed and Duplexer issues are resolved.
  • Upgrade 222 MHz link from CMHSW3 to CMHSW4 to 9600 Baud. KPC-9612s free. Probably QSY frequency down to 223.400.
  • Allocate recycled 2m Mobile radio for KD8HEZ to use, reacquire IC-27a from his mobile setup. Probably TM-241a
  • Fix man door to garage at CMHSW3, begin building benches and running electric
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