My collection of Ten Tec rigs runneth over. I have a Delta 580 in great
shape. It was aligned and the PTO rebuilt 6 months ago. It comes with the
matching VFO which is also well preserved. Works great! Has WARC bands
installed. This is a good one for $500.
Rick K8RLW
weave2@worldnet.att.net
330-833-5353
-----Original Message-----
From: Ten Tec Digest <owner-tentec-digest@contesting.com>
To: tentec-digest@contesting.com <tentec-digest@contesting.com>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
Date: Sunday, October 10, 1999 10:48 PM
Subject: Ten Tec Digest V2 #344
>
>Ten Tec Digest Sunday, October 10 1999 Volume 02 : Number 344
>
>
>
>In this issue:
>
> [TenTec] FS:Omni VI with Option 3
> [TenTec] Icom microphone for Omni VI?
> [TenTec] encoder
> [TenTec] very odd thing happend
> [TenTec] Sturba curtain
> RE: [TenTec] Sturba curtain
> [TenTec] FS: Ten-Tec Paragon II
> Re: [TenTec] very odd thing happened
> [TenTec] Die Hard Computer Control Jjunkies...
> Re: [TenTec] Die Hard Computer Control Jjunkies...
> Re: [TenTec] Die Hard Computer Control Jjunkies...
> [TenTec] Re: OMNI-D
> Re: [TenTec] Icom microphone for Omni VI?
> Re: [TenTec] Die Hard Computer Control Jjunkies...
> Re: [TenTec] Die Hard Computer Control Jjunkies...
> [TenTec] Out Going QSL's
> Re: [TenTec] Out Going QSL's
> Re: [TenTec] Out Going QSL's
> [TenTec] Tweet Tweet
> [TenTec] built 1254 0.1-30 Mc rx kit FS, $200 shipped.
> Re: [TenTec] Die Hard Computer Control Jjunkies...
> [TenTec] Scout Question
> [TenTec] Serial Numbers
>
>See the end of the digest for information about tentec-digest
>
>----------------------------------------------------------------------
>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: Sat, 09 Oct 1999 23:17:13 -0500
>From: K1OJ <k1oj@ditdit.com>
>Subject: [TenTec] FS:Omni VI with Option 3
>
>Howdy...
>I have for sale a very clean, completely functional Omni VI with the
factory
>installed and calibrated Option 3. Includes all filters, matching 961
>speaker/power supply, and 705 desk microphone. $2000 plus shipping. The
DSP
>and QSK are great!
>OJ---K1OJ
>dit dit
>..
>
>------------------------------
>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: Sat, 09 Oct 1999 22:19:25 -0700
>From: "Peter A. Klein" <pklein@2alpha.net>
>Subject: [TenTec] Icom microphone for Omni VI?
>
>I've got an Icom SM-8 desk microphone left over from an Icom radio I used
>to own. Has anybody used this microphone with an Omni VI, and if so, how
>did you hook it up and how well did it work? I'm debating whether to sell
>it, or try to adapt it to my Omni VI and a Yaesu VHF rig.
>
>The SM-8 can switch between two rigs, and has an adjustable-gain preamp.
>And up/down buttons, but those won't do much good with an Omni VI.
>
>Another thought: If somebody on the list has a spare Ten Tec 705 desk
>microphone and would be interested in working out a trade, please let me
know.
>
>73,
>Peter, KD7MW
>
>------------------------------
>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: Sun, 10 Oct 1999 00:59:08 -0500
>From: Ariel Elam <k4aal@jackatak.theporch.com>
>Subject: [TenTec] encoder
>
>Hi agn Barry--The defective encoder from my VI+was labeled:
>
>Oak Grigsby
>90Q 125-02-00245
>10/15/97 07:31
>
>Over the 5 pins, at the bottom when looking from the rear:
>
>- - A+B
>.....
>
>The unit from TT was about $45.00, shipped. That included TN sales tax
>of 8%.
>
>73, Ariel, K4AAL
>
>------------------------------
>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: Sat, 9 Oct 1999 23:35:04 -0400
>From: "Scott Howell" <n3byy@yahoo.com>
>Subject: [TenTec] very odd thing happend
>
>well my poor Omni-V suffered some strange illness, but is all well again.
>I was getting ready for the FIsts sprint and guess I tuned up with a bit
>more pwr than usual. The logging program got scrambled from rf getting into
>the serial cable. In any case I got the program straight, but in the
process
>something really weird happend.
>I had to reboot the computer and all the sudden I hit the reset button on
>the pc, the Omni just went siolent. Yes, dead like no if you pulled the
>plug.
>Well I turned it off and back on, but the rig wouldn't transmit, buttons
>didn't function, but the vfo would change freqs if you turned it.
>Damned strange thing and I even tried resetting it. Finally after I went to
>get the screwdriver figuring if nothing else the Omni would see it and get
>well really quick, I hit the switch and she was back.
>I haven't any idea what happend, but let me tell you I was really getting
>upset. I couldn't imagine having to box my baby up. Of course I got the
>wonderful Triton IV and it was ready to do its work, but really a sick Omni
>wasn't going to be a good thing.
>Any thoughts folks? I wonder if well what do I know, but maybe some bit or
>palse of current or something came up the serial cable and did something.
>I also considered a power blip, but it would have tripped the ups or my xyl
>would have been screamming at me about my rig fouling something up<g>.
>well don't know, but odd.
>tia
>
>
>
>73 de Scott/n3byy
>Laurel MD
>Fists #5030 . Qrp-l #1689
>for immediate response, send mail to n3byy@amsat.org
>
>
>__________________________________________________
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>Bid and sell for free at http://auctions.yahoo.com
>
>------------------------------
>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: Sun, 10 Oct 1999 05:02:07 -0700
>From: Ed Miller <miller@triax.com>
>Subject: [TenTec] Sturba curtain
>
>Anyone heard of - or use - an antenna called the "Sturba curtain". I'll be
>using it on a Scout. Good idea? Bad idea? Any input would be appreciated.
>Re - Ed Miller - "miller@triax.com"
>
>------------------------------
>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: Sun, 10 Oct 1999 15:05:59 +0100 (BST)
>From: John - G3JAG <patents@dx0man.prestel.co.uk>
>Subject: RE: [TenTec] Sturba curtain
>
>The Sterba curtain is in most Antenna Handbooks. No problem if you have
>the space and height for it, but you need some way to interface open
>wire feeders to the rig ... like an MFJ or Centaur ladderline balun,
>and an ATU. I'd use one here - if I could get the height and length.
>(Some of us have to live with only one pole and a small backyard..)
>
>73 John G3JAG
>
>On 10-Oct-99 Ed Miller wrote:
>>
>> Anyone heard of - or use - an antenna called the "Sturba curtain".
>> I'll be
>> using it on a Scout. Good idea? Bad idea? Any input would be
>> appreciated.
>> Re - Ed Miller - "miller@triax.com"
>>
>>
>>
>> --
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>
>- ----------------------------------
>E-Mail: John - G3JAG <patents@dx0man.prestel.co.uk>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: 10-Oct-99
>Time: 15:00:29
>
>This message was sent by XFMail
>- ----------------------------------
>
>------------------------------
>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: Sun, 10 Oct 1999 11:47:57 -0400
>From: "Paul Christensen" <paulc@mediaone.net>
>Subject: [TenTec] FS: Ten-Tec Paragon II
>
>Late model Ten-Tec Paragon II for sale in mint condition. Complete
>realignment by Ten-Tec last August. All filters loaded, original manual,
>voice annunciator and shipping container. $1975.00.
>
>- -Paul
>
>------------------------------
>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: Sun, 10 Oct 1999 12:36:38 -0400
>From: JEFF S JOHNSON <aa8ve@juno.com>
>Subject: Re: [TenTec] very odd thing happened
>
>Scott,
>I thing you have experienced a true to life, dyed in the wool, official,
>GLITCH! If everything is back and running don't worry, I wouldn't even
>try to guess what caused it and if there is a real problem it will come
>back. There have been a few times my Omni-V has tried to trick me,
>sometimes it was my fault by going half cocked crazy trying to set up a
>split in time to get a DX and pressing too many buttons at once. One time
>I was running off a "friends" power supply that had a real strange
>current cut out at about 15 amps switching on and off very fast which
>blew out the software chip and I had to replace it. (By the way if any
>one is running an Omni-V and has not upgraded to the version 5 software
>you may want to think about getting it and keeping your original as a
>spare. To check look at IC7 on your logic board it should say what
>version it is, As far as I know #5 was the last one ). There was a time
>the rig was jumping about 1.5 Kc not showing on the display but just
>jumping in the VFO or something and to clear it I had to switch VFOs a
>few times. After trying reset and master reset with no luck I was
>thinking about getting a new software chip then I tried one more thing.
>Turned off the power, pulled the backup battery and using a wire jumper
>connected to ground, I kind of swept it along all the ICs and components
>on the logic board grounding every pin as I went. Leaving the battery out
>and holding in the clear button I turned on the power. All the LEDs on
>the front panel came on at once then went off I heard 2 beeps then
>released the clear button then I installed the backup battery. This was
>over 2 years ago and I've not had any glitch, jump or any problem since.
>
>Happy Omni-fiveing... 73 -Jeff- aa8ve
>
>
>
>On Sat, 9 Oct 1999 23:35:04 -0400 "Scott Howell" <n3byy@yahoo.com>
>writes:
>>
>> well my poor Omni-V suffered some strange illness, but is all well
>> again.
>> I was getting ready for the FIsts sprint and guess I tuned up with a
>> bit
>> more pwr than usual. The logging program got scrambled from rf
>> getting into
>> the serial cable. In any case I got the program straight, but in the
>> process
>> something really weird happend.
>> I had to reboot the computer and all the sudden I hit the reset
>> button on
>> the pc, the Omni just went siolent. Yes, dead like no if you pulled
>> the
>> plug.
><<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<edit>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
>> well don't know, but odd.
>> tia
>>
>>
>>
>> 73 de Scott/n3byy
>> Laurel MD
>> Fists #5030 . Qrp-l #1689
>> for immediate response, send mail to n3byy@amsat.org
>>
>>
>> __________________________________________________
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>> Bid and sell for free at http://auctions.yahoo.com
>>
>>
>> --
>
>>
>
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>------------------------------
>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: Sun, 10 Oct 1999 11:44:04 -0500
>From: Robert <bigmack@nortexinfo.net>
>Subject: [TenTec] Die Hard Computer Control Jjunkies...
>
>Ok,
>
> All of you die hards out there (I know you know who you are)... I am
>working on my Omni VI+ interface program and I noticed something.. There
>seems to be NO way to control RIT or XIT from software (at least not any
>documented way)... So, what I am looking for are the folks that use the
>commercial packages for control and logging... Do these programs allow you
>to SET (not just read because I have that part) the XIT and RIT
>settings? If so, name that package please, and if possible give me a
>contact email for the author or other responsible party and I will try and
>get some info from them...
>
>Thanks!!
>
>- -------------------------------------------------------------------------
-----
> 73's
> KA5PPX - Robert McAdams - Tech Plus Degrees, Minutes,
Seconds
> Lat: 33° 26' 50" N
> http://www.arrl.org Grid locator EM13lk Lon: 97° 2' 43" W
> http://www.mapblast.com format: Layman's format:
> Lat: 33.44725 55 miles due north
of
> Lon: -97.045535 downtown Dallas,
Texas
> Dallas Semi Conductor weather site locator: On the north shore
of
> (Select Lake Ray Roberts, Texas) Lake Ray Roberts.
> http://198.3.123.122/WeatherStation/WeatherApplet.html
>- -------------------------------------------------------------------------
-----
>
>------------------------------
>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: Sun, 10 Oct 1999 12:05:47 -0500
>From: Robert <bigmack@nortexinfo.net>
>Subject: Re: [TenTec] Die Hard Computer Control Jjunkies...
>
>That is what I thought.. I really have no qualms about the Kenwood or the
>Icom/TenTec formats, I just wish TenTec would update the ROMS to add some
>of the other functions...
>
>
>
>At 11:54 AM 10/10/99 , Phil Sikes wrote:
>>Hi Robert, according to the author of TR there is no way to control
>>the RIT/XIT functions on the Omni 6+. This is a shortcoming of the
>>Omni internal software and the Icom interface that Ten Tec chose
>>for the Omni. I wish Ten Tec would opt to use the Kenwood
>>interface since it is common across all Kenwood platforms..
>>
>>73 - Phil
>>
>>N7UX - Whidbey Island, WA
>
>- -----------------------------------------------------------------------
> 73's
> KA5PPX - Robert McAdams - Tech Plus Deg, Min, Sec
> Lat: 33° 26' 50" N
> http://www.arrl.org Grid locator: EM13lk Lon: 97° 2' 43" W
> http://www.mapblast.com format: Layman's format:
> Lat: 33.44725 55 miles due north of
> Lon: -97.045535 downtown Dallas, Tx
> Dallas Semi Conductor weather site locator: On the north shore of
> (Select Lake Ray Roberts, Texas) Lake Ray Roberts.
> http://198.3.123.122/WeatherStation/WeatherApplet.html
>- ----------------------------------------------------------------------
>
>------------------------------
>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: Sun, 10 Oct 1999 18:08:16 -0000
>From: "Steve Baron - KB3MM" <SteveBaron@starlinx.com>
>Subject: Re: [TenTec] Die Hard Computer Control Jjunkies...
>
>Interesting.
>
>You hit the nail on the head when you mentioned the code upgrade; wonder
>how many rigs out there let you set all of the things for which you have
>buttons or knobs on the rig.
>
>When one sees that the programs we use have a list of rigs that we have to
>select from, I conclude that there are model dependencies even within a
>manufacturer ! That says to me that Kenwood vs Icom vs ??? format is not
>the magic bullet.
>
>Guess the 850 has been highlighted as one which lets you change RIT from
the
>computer. DO ALL KENWOODS LET YOU DO THAT ? A very important question.
>
>Seems to me that when TT came out with the VI, they had to do something
very
>different than the horrible V interface. If they did anything new, they
>nwould have to have every contesting program upgrade in order to work with
>the VI (HMMM! What about the Pegasus!). They chose to go with the ICOM
XXX
>interface. Was there a magic bullet Kenwood available at time which would
>have been better ?
>
>
>
>- -----Original Message-----
>From: Robert <bigmack@nortexinfo.net>
>To: tentec@contesting.com <tentec@contesting.com>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: October 10, 1999 5:09 PM
>Subject: Re: [TenTec] Die Hard Computer Control Jjunkies...
>
>
>
>That is what I thought.. I really have no qualms about the Kenwood or the
>Icom/TenTec formats, I just wish TenTec would update the ROMS to add some
>of the other functions...
>
>
>
>At 11:54 AM 10/10/99 , Phil Sikes wrote:
>>Hi Robert, according to the author of TR there is no way to control
>>the RIT/XIT functions on the Omni 6+. This is a shortcoming of the
>>Omni internal software and the Icom interface that Ten Tec chose
>>for the Omni. I wish Ten Tec would opt to use the Kenwood
>>interface since it is common across all Kenwood platforms..
>>
>>73 - Phil
>>
>>N7UX - Whidbey Island, WA
>
>- -----------------------------------------------------------------------
> 73's
> KA5PPX - Robert McAdams - Tech Plus Deg, Min, Sec
> Lat: 33° 26' 50" N
> http://www.arrl.org Grid locator: EM13lk Lon: 97° 2' 43" W
> http://www.mapblast.com format: Layman's format:
> Lat: 33.44725 55 miles due north of
> Lon: -97.045535 downtown Dallas, Tx
> Dallas Semi Conductor weather site locator: On the north shore of
> (Select Lake Ray Roberts, Texas) Lake Ray Roberts.
> http://198.3.123.122/WeatherStation/WeatherApplet.html
>- ----------------------------------------------------------------------
>
>
>
>
>
>- --
>FAQ on WWW: http://www.contesting.com/tentecfaq.htm
>Submissions: tentec@contesting.com
>Administrative requests: tentec-REQUEST@contesting.com
>Problems: owner-tentec@contesting.com
>Search: http://www.contesting.com/km9p/search.htm
>
>------------------------------
>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: Sun, 10 Oct 1999 14:32:29 -0400
>From: "Brian Carling" <af4k@earthlink.net>
>Subject: [TenTec] Re: OMNI-D
>
>That's because no one answered. Anyway, too late now. I bought the OMNI-
>D and I really like it.
>
>OK, there may have been one answer, but I lost it!
>
>On 27 Sep 99, at 21:15, K & H Darwin wrote:
>
>> Did anyone ever reply to this one? I was really interested in the
answer,
>> but alas, never saw any replies
>>
>> Keith "ILikeRepliesToTheListSoICanSeeThemToo" Darwin
>> KD1E
>>
>> ----------
>> > From: Brian Carling <af4k@earthlink.net>
>> > Subject: [TenTec] OMNI-D
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>> > Date: Tuesday, September 21, 1999 7:06 PM
>> >
>> > If you had the choice between a TenTec OMNI-D and a DELTA, which one
>> > would you go with? Both rigs have the extra filters for CW and SSB.
What
>> > are the differences?
>>
>>
>> --
>> FAQ on WWW: http://www.contesting.com/tentecfaq.htm
>> Submissions: tentec@contesting.com
>> Administrative requests: tentec-REQUEST@contesting.com
>> Problems: owner-tentec@contesting.com
>> Search: http://www.contesting.com/km9p/search.htm
>>
>>
>
>------------------------------
>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: Sun, 10 Oct 1999 14:49:58 -0400
>From: "Jim" <jeeves@mindspring.com>
>Subject: Re: [TenTec] Icom microphone for Omni VI?
>
>We use the SM-8 here on an Omni VI and a Kenwood 570D. Had to turn the gain
>all the way down for the Omni. seems to work OK, though. Most people don't
>see a difference between it and the TT 705.
>
>Jim W4KY
>Sue W4DHE
>
>- -----Original Message-----
>From: Peter A. Klein <pklein@2alpha.net>
>To: tentec@contesting.com <tentec@contesting.com>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: Sunday, October 10, 1999 1:19 AM
>Subject: [TenTec] Icom microphone for Omni VI?
>
>
>>
>>I've got an Icom SM-8 desk microphone left over from an Icom radio I used
>>to own. Has anybody used this microphone with an Omni VI, and if so, how
>>did you hook it up and how well did it work? I'm debating whether to sell
>>it, or try to adapt it to my Omni VI and a Yaesu VHF rig.
>>
>>The SM-8 can switch between two rigs, and has an adjustable-gain preamp.
>>And up/down buttons, but those won't do much good with an Omni VI.
>>
>>Another thought: If somebody on the list has a spare Ten Tec 705 desk
>>microphone and would be interested in working out a trade, please let me
>know.
>>
>>73,
>>Peter, KD7MW
>>
>>--
>>FAQ on WWW: http://www.contesting.com/tentecfaq.htm
>>Submissions: tentec@contesting.com
>>Administrative requests: tentec-REQUEST@contesting.com
>>Problems: owner-tentec@contesting.com
>>Search: http://www.contesting.com/km9p/search.htm
>>
>
>------------------------------
>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: Sun, 10 Oct 1999 14:27:22 -0500
>From: "Jonesy KC9TV" <tlj@indy.net>
>Subject: Re: [TenTec] Die Hard Computer Control Jjunkies...
>
>I wonder if someone on the reflector has a EPROM programmer that could
setup
>a different communications
>language for the OMNI VI. Total control of a HF rig from the keyboard
during
>a contest is a very nice option
>to have. I know Kenwood's and the FT1000 series have full interface
>capabilities in their communication software
>with a PC. After trying a FT1000MP at Field Day using TR contesting
software
>it was nice using the Shift keys
>to tune up and down the bands doing search and pounce. Also calling CQ and
>running stations the shift keys would
>tune the RIT up or down as needed and after logging the QSO sending a ">"
>command to the rig it would
>zero the rit for the next QSO. Now I can feel all the flame throwers
heating
>up hold on , now I wouldn't
>give up my OMNI VI for any other rig but full interface control is getting
>to be a necessity not a luxury nowadays.
>I know not everyone on the reflector is a Contestor or DXer but we all have
>our favorite modes. If TenTec would
>have a option for a new total PC interface sign me up I'll buy one.
>
>KC9TV
>Jonesy
>"9-Land the Black Hole of RF"
>- ----- Original Message -----
>From: Steve Baron - KB3MM <SteveBaron@starlinx.com>
>To: <tentec@contesting.com>; Robert <bigmack@nortexinfo.net>
>Sent: Sunday, October 10, 1999 01:08 PM
>Subject: Re: [TenTec] Die Hard Computer Control Jjunkies...
>
>
>>
>> Interesting.
>>
>> You hit the nail on the head when you mentioned the code upgrade; wonder
>> how many rigs out there let you set all of the things for which you have
>> buttons or knobs on the rig.
>>
>> When one sees that the programs we use have a list of rigs that we have
to
>> select from, I conclude that there are model dependencies even within a
>> manufacturer ! That says to me that Kenwood vs Icom vs ??? format is not
>> the magic bullet.
>>
>> Guess the 850 has been highlighted as one which lets you change RIT from
>the
>> computer. DO ALL KENWOODS LET YOU DO THAT ? A very important question.
>>
>> Seems to me that when TT came out with the VI, they had to do something
>very
>> different than the horrible V interface. If they did anything new, they
>> nwould have to have every contesting program upgrade in order to work
with
>> the VI (HMMM! What about the Pegasus!). They chose to go with the ICOM
>XXX
>> interface. Was there a magic bullet Kenwood available at time which
would
>> have been better ?
>>
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Robert <bigmack@nortexinfo.net>
>> To: tentec@contesting.com <tentec@contesting.com>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>> Date: October 10, 1999 5:09 PM
>> Subject: Re: [TenTec] Die Hard Computer Control Jjunkies...
>>
>>
>>
>> That is what I thought.. I really have no qualms about the Kenwood or the
>> Icom/TenTec formats, I just wish TenTec would update the ROMS to add some
>> of the other functions...
>>
>>
>>
>> At 11:54 AM 10/10/99 , Phil Sikes wrote:
>> >Hi Robert, according to the author of TR there is no way to control
>> >the RIT/XIT functions on the Omni 6+. This is a shortcoming of the
>> >Omni internal software and the Icom interface that Ten Tec chose
>> >for the Omni. I wish Ten Tec would opt to use the Kenwood
>> >interface since it is common across all Kenwood platforms..
>> >
>> >73 - Phil
>> >
>> >N7UX - Whidbey Island, WA
>>
>> -----------------------------------------------------------------------
>> 73's
>> KA5PPX - Robert McAdams - Tech Plus Deg, Min, Sec
>> Lat: 33° 26' 50" N
>> http://www.arrl.org Grid locator: EM13lk Lon: 97° 2' 43" W
>> http://www.mapblast.com format: Layman's format:
>> Lat: 33.44725 55 miles due north of
>> Lon: -97.045535 downtown Dallas, Tx
>> Dallas Semi Conductor weather site locator: On the north shore of
>> (Select Lake Ray Roberts, Texas) Lake Ray Roberts.
>> http://198.3.123.122/WeatherStation/WeatherApplet.html
>> ----------------------------------------------------------------------
>>
>> --
>> FAQ on WWW: http://www.contesting.com/tentecfaq.htm
>> Submissions: tentec@contesting.com
>> Administrative requests: tentec-REQUEST@contesting.com
>> Problems: owner-tentec@contesting.com
>> Search: http://www.contesting.com/km9p/search.htm
>>
>>
>>
>> --
>> FAQ on WWW: http://www.contesting.com/tentecfaq.htm
>> Submissions: tentec@contesting.com
>> Administrative requests: tentec-REQUEST@contesting.com
>> Problems: owner-tentec@contesting.com
>> Search: http://www.contesting.com/km9p/search.htm
>>
>
>------------------------------
>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: Sun, 10 Oct 1999 20:07:32 -0000
>From: "Steve Baron - KB3MM" <SteveBaron@starlinx.com>
>Subject: Re: [TenTec] Die Hard Computer Control Jjunkies...
>
>DO you know what processor the VI uses ?
>
>
>- -----Original Message-----
>From: Jonesy KC9TV <tlj@indy.net>
>To: tentec@contesting.com <tentec@contesting.com>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: October 10, 1999 7:29 PM
>Subject: Re: [TenTec] Die Hard Computer Control Jjunkies...
>
>
>
>I wonder if someone on the reflector has a EPROM programmer that could
setup
>a different communications
>language for the OMNI VI. Total control of a HF rig from the keyboard
during
>a contest is a very nice option
>to have. I know Kenwood's and the FT1000 series have full interface
>capabilities in their communication software
>with a PC. After trying a FT1000MP at Field Day using TR contesting
software
>it was nice using the Shift keys
>to tune up and down the bands doing search and pounce. Also calling CQ and
>running stations the shift keys would
>tune the RIT up or down as needed and after logging the QSO sending a ">"
>command to the rig it would
>zero the rit for the next QSO. Now I can feel all the flame throwers
heating
>up hold on , now I wouldn't
>give up my OMNI VI for any other rig but full interface control is getting
>to be a necessity not a luxury nowadays.
>I know not everyone on the reflector is a Contestor or DXer but we all have
>our favorite modes. If TenTec would
>have a option for a new total PC interface sign me up I'll buy one.
>
>KC9TV
>Jonesy
>"9-Land the Black Hole of RF"
>- ----- Original Message -----
>From: Steve Baron - KB3MM <SteveBaron@starlinx.com>
>To: <tentec@contesting.com>; Robert <bigmack@nortexinfo.net>
>Sent: Sunday, October 10, 1999 01:08 PM
>Subject: Re: [TenTec] Die Hard Computer Control Jjunkies...
>
>
>>
>> Interesting.
>>
>> You hit the nail on the head when you mentioned the code upgrade; wonder
>> how many rigs out there let you set all of the things for which you have
>> buttons or knobs on the rig.
>>
>> When one sees that the programs we use have a list of rigs that we have
to
>> select from, I conclude that there are model dependencies even within a
>> manufacturer ! That says to me that Kenwood vs Icom vs ??? format is not
>> the magic bullet.
>>
>> Guess the 850 has been highlighted as one which lets you change RIT from
>the
>> computer. DO ALL KENWOODS LET YOU DO THAT ? A very important question.
>>
>> Seems to me that when TT came out with the VI, they had to do something
>very
>> different than the horrible V interface. If they did anything new, they
>> nwould have to have every contesting program upgrade in order to work
with
>> the VI (HMMM! What about the Pegasus!). They chose to go with the ICOM
>XXX
>> interface. Was there a magic bullet Kenwood available at time which
would
>> have been better ?
>>
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Robert <bigmack@nortexinfo.net>
>> To: tentec@contesting.com <tentec@contesting.com>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>> Date: October 10, 1999 5:09 PM
>> Subject: Re: [TenTec] Die Hard Computer Control Jjunkies...
>>
>>
>>
>> That is what I thought.. I really have no qualms about the Kenwood or the
>> Icom/TenTec formats, I just wish TenTec would update the ROMS to add some
>> of the other functions...
>>
>>
>>
>> At 11:54 AM 10/10/99 , Phil Sikes wrote:
>> >Hi Robert, according to the author of TR there is no way to control
>> >the RIT/XIT functions on the Omni 6+. This is a shortcoming of the
>> >Omni internal software and the Icom interface that Ten Tec chose
>> >for the Omni. I wish Ten Tec would opt to use the Kenwood
>> >interface since it is common across all Kenwood platforms..
>> >
>> >73 - Phil
>> >
>> >N7UX - Whidbey Island, WA
>>
>> -----------------------------------------------------------------------
>> 73's
>> KA5PPX - Robert McAdams - Tech Plus Deg, Min, Sec
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>> Lat: 33.44725 55 miles due north of
>> Lon: -97.045535 downtown Dallas, Tx
>> Dallas Semi Conductor weather site locator: On the north shore of
>> (Select Lake Ray Roberts, Texas) Lake Ray Roberts.
>> http://198.3.123.122/WeatherStation/WeatherApplet.html
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To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: Sun, 10 Oct 1999 18:30:52 -0400
>From: randas@mindspring.com
>Subject: [TenTec] Out Going QSL's
>
>Hope this isn't too off topic..but hope someone can recommend a good out
>going QSL service thats NOT aarl.
>
>Thanks es 73
>
>de Tim K0FL
>
>------------------------------
>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: Sun, 10 Oct 1999 22:49:25 +0100
>From: "James Morgan" <dinsmore@gte.net>
>Subject: Re: [TenTec] Out Going QSL's
>
>I like and use the WF5E service......sems to be efficient and I get
>results...I will forward you his home page...73 Jimmy AE4NA
>
>------------------------------
>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: Sun, 10 Oct 1999 18:05:34 -0500
>From: Brian Murrey <brian@iquest.net>
>Subject: Re: [TenTec] Out Going QSL's
>
>FISTS runs a great QSL buro. It's free to members.
>
>See http://www.fists.org
>
>73
>
>
>randas@mindspring.com wrote:
>>
>> Hope this isn't too off topic..but hope someone can recommend a good out
>> going QSL service thats NOT aarl.
>>
>> Thanks es 73
>>
>> de Tim K0FL
>>
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> 39.558 N 86.095 W Johnson Co., Indiana
> GRID: EM69WN - NORCAL 40A - Attic Dipole - 1.5w
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>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: Sun, 10 Oct 1999 16:06:59 -0700 (PDT)
>From: N1EU <n1eu@yahoo.com>
>Subject: [TenTec] Tweet Tweet
>
>Would appreciate hearing from any Omni 6 (+/-) owners
>who have been able to alleviate bad birdies on 10m.
>Owners who had bad birdies initially but got it
>significantly improved by a personal fix or by TT
>factory service.
>
>Tnx & 73,
>Barry N1EU
>
>P.S. By bad birdies I mean 2 - 3 birdies audible in
>most 10khz segments when tuning slowly. Most are
>faint, but the worst ones are about S2.
>
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>
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>
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>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: Sun, 10 Oct 1999 23:11:13 GMT
>From: wallace@world.std.com (Andy Wallace)
>Subject: [TenTec] built 1254 0.1-30 Mc rx kit FS, $200 shipped.
>
>Still available! Would be happy to take cash, or trade towards an
interesting
>bug or iambic paddle. Dropped my price to $200 shipped, which is below
cost.
>(Kit is $195 from TT, with extra for AC adapter, shipping, and 9 hours for
me to
>build!) This will be my last forsale-post on this.
>
>- --Andy
>
>It covers 100 kHz - 30 MHz AM and SSB. On AM the tuning steps are 5 kHz. On
SSB
>it's 2.5 kHz. There is a clarifier which tunes +/- 3 kHz in both modes (it
does
>not change the display). The display reads out to 0.1 kHz. There are 15
memories
>and they are backed up by an internal 9V battery (included). The receiver
is
>powered off 12-15VDC with the wall adapter included. The antenna jack is an
RCA
>jack.
>
>The receiver is about the size of a small 2m transceiver -- 6.5"w x 6"d x
2.25"h
>not including the knobs.
>
>See www.tentec.com for info on their kits, if you don't want to buy mine.
>
>Works fine -- assembled by me, an electronics technician. $200 shipped UPS
or
>USPS to the USA. A bargain considering the labor of assembly and complexity
of
>the kit. Email reply, please!
>
>Would consider trade for a Schurr or G4ZPY or Kent paddle, or bug perhaps.
>
>
>- --Andy
>wallace@world.std.com
>
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>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: Sun, 10 Oct 1999 19:30:23 -0400
>From: "JAMES T BRANNIGAN" <JTBRANNIGAN@prodigy.net>
>Subject: Re: [TenTec] Die Hard Computer Control Jjunkies...
>
>"Total control of a HF rig from the keyboard during
>a contest is a very nice option
>to have. "
>
>I use CT and the remote tuning knob mounted next to the keyboard....
>
>During a CW contest I only face the radios to tune the amp or change
>antennas...otherwise it's just twisting a knob and pushing buttons...and an
>occasional lurch for the paddles for a little side chatter.....
>For SSB tests I use a headset mike....
>
>73, Jim
>
>------------------------------
>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: Sun, 10 Oct 1999 18:33:38 -0500
>From: Brian Murrey <brian@iquest.net>
>Subject: [TenTec] Scout Question
>
>I just bought a used scout, and up until now I have been using only
>home brew QRP gear for CW on HF....so this may be a dumb question but
>here goes....
>
>Is the scout capable of doing RTTY and PSK31 ?
>
>Thanks
>
>- --
>=========================================================
> KB9BVN -NORCAL #2792 FISTS #5695 QRP-L #1540
> 39.558 N 86.095 W Johnson Co., Indiana
> GRID: EM69WN - NORCAL 40A - Attic Dipole - 1.5w
> Proud to be a member of the American Radio Relay League
> Foxhunting Team UNDERDOG - Underdog #4
> FISTS Century Club #764 - FISTS QRP Century Club #24
>=========================================================
>
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>
To: <tentec@contesting.com>
>Date: Sun, 10 Oct 1999 22:06:46 -0300 (ADT)
>From: David McClafferty <at060@chebucto.ns.ca>
>Subject: [TenTec] Serial Numbers
>
>Does anyone know how Tentec Serial numbers work? My pegasus is serial
>number 09A10279 and is from the second production run. Does this mean it
>the 279th one made?
> Dave, VE1ADH
>
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>
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