Re: [Syncro_T3_Australia] Communications .. for example, Batemans Bay Tour 2007

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I have an antenna for your super panther and the meter to tune it if you like.

UHF is the only way to go nowadays. They are compatible with the hand helds.
Just remember the more you pay the better the quality.



> Ken <unclekenz@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> Gday ALL,
> I've been toying with the idea of using the 2007 Tour as an excuse for
> fitting some sort of CB radio, but it would be pretty pointless if it's
> incompatible with what someone else going already has or may also be
> considering installing.
>
> I was recently given an older generation 16 channel Super Panther
> Pearce Simpson LSB/USB/AM bands unit, seems to work but I first need to
> buy a suitable aerial if I install it. Or I could buy the current
> generation 40 channel 5W UHF fixed unit or maybe a couple of 5W UHF
> portables. They are available on ebay to.
>
> Anyone like to talk about this please i.e., a need for it and if so,
> preferred option, compatibility etc.? Obviously the easiest option is
> to do nothing. TIA. Cheers.
>
> Ken
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Thanks for that Phill, sounds like an option worth taking up,
particularly if I get some feedback here from anyone who has a
compatible CB and is going on the Tour. Anyone?

Meanwhile, could you hang on to the aerial and tuner please Phill and
I'll get back to you when things are a bit clearer. Thanks. Cheers.

Ken
--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, plander@... wrote:
>
> I have an antenna for your super panther and the meter to tune it if
you like.
>
> UHF is the only way to go nowadays. They are compatible with the hand
helds.
> Just remember the more you pay the better the quality.
>
>
>
> > Ken unclekenz@... wrote:
> >
> > Gday ALL,
> > I've been toying with the idea of using the 2007 Tour as an excuse
for
> > fitting some sort of CB radio, but it would be pretty pointless if
it's
> > incompatible with what someone else going already has or may also be
> > considering installing.
> >
> > I was recently given an older generation 16 channel Super Panther
> > Pearce Simpson LSB/USB/AM bands unit, seems to work but I first need
to
> > buy a suitable aerial if I install it. Or I could buy the current
> > generation 40 channel 5W UHF fixed unit or maybe a couple of 5W UHF
> > portables. They are available on ebay to.
> >
> > Anyone like to talk about this please i.e., a need for it and if so,
> > preferred option, compatibility etc.? Obviously the easiest option
is
> > to do nothing. TIA. Cheers.
> >
> > Ken
>
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OK Ken.
I used to sell aerials for CBs.



> Ken <unclekenz@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
>
> Thanks for that Phill, sounds like an option worth taking up,
> particularly if I get some feedback here from anyone who has a
> compatible CB and is going on the Tour. Anyone?
>
> Meanwhile, could you hang on to the aerial and tuner please Phill and
> I'll get back to you when things are a bit clearer. Thanks. Cheers.
>
> Ken
> --- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, plander@... wrote:
> >
> > I have an antenna for your super panther and the meter to tune it if
> you like.
> >
> > UHF is the only way to go nowadays. They are compatible with the hand
> helds.
> > Just remember the more you pay the better the quality.
> >
> >
> >
> > > Ken unclekenz@... wrote:
> > >
> > > Gday ALL,
> > > I've been toying with the idea of using the 2007 Tour as an excuse
> for
> > > fitting some sort of CB radio, but it would be pretty pointless if
> it's
> > > incompatible with what someone else going already has or may also be
> > > considering installing.
> > >
> > > I was recently given an older generation 16 channel Super Panther
> > > Pearce Simpson LSB/USB/AM bands unit, seems to work but I first need
> to
> > > buy a suitable aerial if I install it. Or I could buy the current
> > > generation 40 channel 5W UHF fixed unit or maybe a couple of 5W UHF
> > > portables. They are available on ebay to.
> > >
> > > Anyone like to talk about this please i.e., a need for it and if so,
> > > preferred option, compatibility etc.? Obviously the easiest option
> is
> > > to do nothing. TIA. Cheers.
> > >
> > > Ken
> >
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Icom=Excellent
Electrophone=Very Good
Uniden=OK

You get what you pay for.
Phill


> Ken <unclekenz@yahoo.com> wrote:
>
>
> Gday Nick and ALL,
>
> Ok, thanks for that, sounds like pretty much a compromise setup, this is
> obviously a topic I'm not at all well versed in.
>
> Anyone prepared to stick their neck out and suggest a particular
> model/models UHF units worth having? And aerial model?
>
> TIA. Cheers.
>
> Ken
>
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Gday Phill,  thanks for this guidance. I'm thinking a remote head model fitted to the fixed metalwork directly under the radio would make sense, high enough to see the digital display and within easy reach and also out of the direct sun from the windscreen. So at the moment, I'm tossing between two models below ...

GME Electrophone TX3400 Remote Head UHF CB
The TX3400 is all about versatility and performance. Designed around a solid die-cast chassis, the TX3400's rugged construction and enhanced  feature set make it the most advanced 477 MHz transceiver on the market today.

Utilising a space saving remote control head and a unique slide-in mounting cradle, the TX3400 can be installed almost anywhere in your vehicle, making it the ultimate mobile transceiver. Alternatively, the remote head can be attached directly to the main unit if required to create a compact one-piece transceiver. In addition, the TX3400 can be installed into a standard in-dash DIN slot using the optional MBD001 DIN adaptor kit.

Our service department can program 10 extra channels into the receive only channels available on the TX3400 UHF Radio for a $15.00 labour fee. Select from the options provided below if your require this option.

·  Non Volatile Memory retains all user settings.

·  Fully backlit controls and keys.

·  Preset squelch control.

·  Graphic Signal Strength Meter on the LCD.

·  Dustproof Microphone.

·  High Contrast LCD with backlighting.

·  Covers all Australian UHF CB

·  Designed and manufactured in Australia.

·  Measures 128mm(w) x 117mm (L) x 29mm(H)

·  Remote Head 128mm(w) x 31mm(L) x 29mm 

·  2 Year Nation-wide warranty 

Our Price: $429.00 (Including GST)

 

 

Uniden UH015SX Remote Head UHF CB Radio with Police Scanner
An ultra-compact design and a remote or in-dash mounting control head compliments this breakthrough in technology. The UH015sx has pre programmed police scan function allowing you to listern to activity on the police bandwidth and with its Dual Listening Circuitry allows you to listen to your UHF and Scanner Channels without having to switch between Scanner and UHF Mode. The UH015sx offers the finest components, engineering and styling. Just what you would expect from Uniden.

The UH015sx is able to scan over 8500 plus receivable channels making it ideal for truck drivers, 4WD Drivers and for those persons that need it for the dual function of a UHF Transceiver and Scanner in one. The UH015sx also has a Built-in SELCALL Function allowing the user to send a series of tones that equate to a 5/6 digit number (like a telephone number) to selectively call a similarly equipped radio.

·  2 Year Warranty

·  Designed and Engineered in Japan

·  Detachable Remote Facia or In-Dash Control Head

·  Super Compact Size: 36mm (H) x 127mm (W) x 157.5mm (D).

·  5 Watts Maximum TX Output Power

·  40 UHF Channels

·  Interference Eliminator (38 CTCSS Codes)

·  Digital Coded Squelch (DCS) 104 Codes

·  60 User Programmable RX Channels: (400-512MHz).

·  Dual Listening Circuitry: Allows you to listen to your UHF and Scanner Channels

·  Police Scan: Scans pre programmed police channels.

·  Band Search Function# (400-512Mhz): 4 Bands of designated frequencies.

·  Includes Land mobile, Amateur, Police, Railroad, Ambulance etc.

·  3 Level Preset Squelch

·  Backlit Keypad and LCD Display

·  Wide Full Frequency LCD Display

·  VOX Hands Free Capable

·  Range Extender (Duplex) Capability

·  Scan up to 40 UHF Channels, 60 User Programmable RX Channels

·  Pre programmed police channels with both group and open scan functions available.

·  Busy Channel Lockout Function

·  Open Scan

·  Priority channel (priority watch).

·  RF Level Bar Indicator: View the radio frequency signal strength.

·  Built-in SELCALL Function

·  Group Call: Use SELCALL to selectively call multiple users in a group.

What's in the box?
1X UH015 Radio
1x Microphone & bracket
1X Radio mounting Bracket
1X Control Head mounting bracket
1X 2m Interface Cable
1X User Manual
1X Power Lead

Our Price: $370.00 (Including GST)

 

Phill, could you please give me an opinion as to your  preference between these 2 and also whether the selection of the following aerial is ok ...

 

GME AE409L 6 & 9 DB Antenna
6 & 9db Gain antenna
Fold Down Adapter
Antenna is removable from base
Ground Independent
Supplied with 3.6m Coax Cable & Connector

Our Price: $79.00 (Including GST)

 

Thanks Phill. Cheers.

 

Ken

--- In Syncro_T3_Australia@yahoogroups.com, plander@... wrote:
>
>
> Icom=Excellent
> Electrophone=Very Good
> Uniden=OK
>
> You get what you pay for.
> Phill