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  1. Ben E.

    For Sale Dual talon and 911ep ls12

    Are these still available? Really only interested in the LS12.
  2. Ben E.

    Official Console/Equipment Thread

    This is my work vehicle (LMR industry) 2011 F150 The console is from Premier Mounting Solutions, model "CB-WIDE1", fits exactly between the bucket seats in pickups and fullsize SUV's, with the map pocket on the side and 6 12v outlet knockouts.   Radios are Harris M7300 (7/800 EDACS/P25/C)...
  3. Ben E.

    Need install docs for Data911 M6 computer

    I bought a Data911 M6 mobile computer used that I might install in my work vehicle. It came without any cables, which I think I've found on ebay.  But I need the install documents, specifically for power requirements and other quirks.  The wiring itself looks very straight forward but I want all...
  4. Ben E.

    Society is at an all time low...

    Why would you ruin a decent state like that?  I'll offer up Iowa for this purpose instead.
  5. Ben E.

    Wireless Advanced Communications

    Been following you guys on facebook for quite awhile now.  WAC will be my future employer when my wife finally lets me move out of Iowa.
  6. Ben E.

    What is (was) FCC Narrowbanding?

    Like I said, you're on the money with your explanation.  For a basic explanation, I didn't feel the need to go into the extra space, yada yada.  If I messed up my math, or rounded up to simplify, than oops.
  7. Ben E.

    What is (was) FCC Narrowbanding?

    That extra space is for just what you described, yes.  I didn't want to get too technical in my basic explanation. To a radio nerd, yeah.  I can tell the difference.  But, manufacturers tried to make the difference between the 2 very minimal by the time it gets to the speaker.  If I put a set of...
  8. Ben E.

    What is (was) FCC Narrowbanding?

    Then they're idiots.  And if they're not ALSO programming the applicable National Interoperability frequencies in every radio they touch, they should be.
  9. Ben E.

    What is (was) FCC Narrowbanding?

    The reason authorization letters happen is FCC licenses only grant specific numbers of radios to be used on a given frequency.  The number is up to the applicant, but legally, you can't have more radios than the number listed on your FCC license.  Licenses will usually list something like 'FB"...
  10. Ben E.

    What is (was) FCC Narrowbanding?

    A narrow radio transmitting and being received by a narrow radio, the difference in audio is minimal.  The quality is the same, but the audio level drops minimally.  A narrow signal being received on a wide radio will be significantly quieter, and vice versa, a wide signal being received on a...
  11. Ben E.

    Should I rethink daily driving my POV with my new job?

    I wouldn't even bother to talk about it unless someone asks.  "I'm a firefighter" would be a good enough answer for me, and it should be for anybody who might care.
  12. Ben E.

    Hello from Iowa

    Hello, other Iowa person! I work for RACOM, we have an office in Coralville (I'm up in CR) as I'm sure you're aware of working for U of I.  We sell all sorts of warning equipment and have killer pricing on Sound Off.
  13. Ben E.

    What is (was) FCC Narrowbanding?

    Even though it has been quite some time since the FCC's Narrowband mandate has occurred, I still see some confusion on exactly what happened when this occurred. Let's start out with a brief explanation of how a normal analog FM voice signal "looks" like.  Draw a horizontal line, then draw a...
  14. Ben E.

    Advice Needed

    It would behoove you to look at Sound Off stuff.  I know a guy <<<<< that can get it for you.  Let me know if you want me to send you a quick and dirty quote for a light package.  And build it for you :D
  15. Ben E.

    Types of Radios

    DMR is a "standard" (notice quotes), different manufacturers call it something different (Motorola TRBO, Harris Momentum, Icom IDAS).  What's different about DMR from P25 is each manufacturer has A LOT of proprietary features they include on their DMR systems that are not compatible with other...
  16. Ben E.

    FD Problems With POVs

    When I was on, our unwritten policy was that you were only to stop at the scene if you had to drive right by it to get to the station.  We did have some members that were on very outlying areas of our district that, if the call was nearby their residence, had permission to go direct to the scene...
  17. Ben E.

    LED Spot/Flood Photos?

    Check out Lamphus brand LED's.  They're chinese, yeah.  They sell crappy "emergency vehicle lighting" as well.  But I bought a pair of their 6-diode off-road lights for my Jeep in the flood pattern, and I am impressed.  They were on my Jeep while it sat outside in an Iowa winter and there is no...
  18. Ben E.

    Panasonic Arbitrator Camera

    another default is P@na50n1c
  19. Ben E.

    help choosing a mobile scanner antenna

    These are the best scanner antennas I've ever used. I wish they made them in permanent mount, because I had to stop using them when I started drilling holes.
  20. Ben E.

    Move from VHF to EDACS Standard (?) Help

    XGPR2 code added EDACS to the XG-25/75 fo sho.
  21. Ben E.

    Move from VHF to EDACS Standard (?) Help

    First sentence nailed it pretty good. Anyway, firstly, I find it hard to believe anybody JUST built an EDACS system since it's on it's way out. EDACS analog radios can be bought used by the dozens for dirt cheap on eBay. Terry's right though, you'd better make sure you have permission from...
  22. Ben E.

    Caprice PTT steering wheel button hookup help

    Interesting. Never seen that either and we've built a bunch of Caprices. I wonder if it's only an option with Moto radios since there's a giant batwing logo on the button?
  23. Ben E.

    Scanner volume too low

    Narrow analog vs wide analog.
  24. Ben E.

    P25 Digital vs Astro Digital?

    Generally speaking, ASTRO digital voice is P25 voice, but the trunking protocols are different.
  25. Ben E.

    Animal Control Officer Eddie Maurice Hamer, Hardeman County Sheriff's Office, TN

    Animal Control OfficerEddie Maurice HamerHardeman County Sheriff's Office, Tennessee End of Watch: Monday, January 27, 2014 Bio & Incident DetailsAge: 36 Tour: 9 years Badge # 781 Cause: Automobile accident Incident Date: 1/27/2014 Weapon: Not available Suspect: Not...
  26. Ben E.

    Deputy Sheriff Percy Lee House, III, Greensville County Sheriff's Office, VA

    Deputy SheriffPercy Lee House, IIIGreensville County Sheriff's Office, Virginia End of Watch: Friday, January 31, 2014 Bio & Incident DetailsAge: 52 Tour: Not available Badge # Not available Cause: Automobile accident Incident Date: 1/31/2014 Weapon: Not available...
  27. Ben E.

    Sergeant Cory Wride, Utah County Sheriff's Office, UT

    SergeantCory WrideUtah County Sheriff's Office, Utah End of Watch: Thursday, January 30, 2014 Bio & Incident DetailsAge: Not available Tour: 20 years Badge # Not available Cause: Gunfire Incident Date: 1/30/2014 Weapon: Rifle Suspect: Shot and wounded · Leave a...
  28. Ben E.

    Sergeant David Baldwin, Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, CO

    [Broken External Image]:http://www.odmp.org/media/thumb/125/agency/1872/jefferson-county-sheriffs-office18.jpg SergeantDavid BaldwinJefferson County Sheriff's Office, Colorado End of Watch: Sunday, January 26, 2014 Bio & Incident DetailsAge: Not available Tour: 27 years...
  29. Ben E.

    Deputy Brian Beck, Washita County Sheriff’s Office, OK

    UPDATED 8:12 p.m. – Troopers confirm the names of the two lawmen as Kris Willhight, a Burns Flat Police Officer, and Brian Beck, a Washita County Undersheriff. DILL CITY, Okla. – A community in western Oklahoma is mourning after a chase claims the lives of two law enforcement officers from the...
  30. Ben E.

    Officer Kris Willhight, Burns Flat Police Department, OK

    UPDATED 8:12 p.m. – Troopers confirm the names of the two lawmen as Kris Willhight, a Burns Flat Police Officer, and Brian Beck, a Washita County Undersheriff. DILL CITY, Okla. – A community in western Oklahoma is mourning after a chase claims the lives of two law enforcement officers from the...

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