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Flush
Junior Member Username: Flush
Post Number: 38 Registered: 11-2006
| Posted on Wednesday, April 25, 2007 - 3:19 am: |
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Is the "new" 257 out yet? Any word on the ssb power? Anything good on this updated model or is it just the finals? |
Flush
Junior Member Username: Flush
Post Number: 41 Registered: 11-2006
| Posted on Wednesday, May 02, 2007 - 12:20 pm: |
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Has the new 257 been released yet? Was wondering on the power output and if it could be still turned down to run a small 2 pill? |
Tech808
Moderator Username: Tech808
Post Number: 13598 Registered: 8-2002
| Posted on Wednesday, May 02, 2007 - 4:56 pm: |
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Flush, When they are in stock and ready to be ordered and shipped I will make a post in the OPEN area of the Copper Forum and here in the Manufacturer's Area. Lon ~ Tech808 ~ N9CEF CEF#808 ~ CEF HAM#33 ~ CVC#002 10-10 International #61493 ~ 10-10 VP#2688 Tech808@copperelectronics.com
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Tech808
Moderator Username: Tech808
Post Number: 13599 Registered: 8-2002
| Posted on Wednesday, May 02, 2007 - 6:34 pm: |
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UPDATE! After just getting off the phone with Sam Lewis he recommends using any amp that has 4 2SC2879's and NO Driver stage with the ERF 2030 Magnum 257. The carrier can be reduced to 1 watt but the PEP will still be 35 to 40 watts. While a 2 pill might be ok for SSB use it would need / (recommended) 4-2879's for AM use. Lon ~ Tech808 ~ N9CEF CEF#808 ~ CEF HAM#33 ~ CVC#002 10-10 International #61493 ~ 10-10 VP#2688 Tech808@copperelectronics.com
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Flush
Junior Member Username: Flush
Post Number: 42 Registered: 11-2006
| Posted on Thursday, May 03, 2007 - 6:36 pm: |
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thanks for the info. Cant wait for a review. |
Tech808
Moderator Username: Tech808
Post Number: 13672 Registered: 8-2002
| Posted on Friday, May 11, 2007 - 8:00 pm: |
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CLICK HERE > MAGNUM 257 10 Meter Radio $169.99 * Freq. Coverage 28.000 - 29.699 MHz * RF Power Output 50 Watts PEP * New ERF-2030 Mosfet Power * Modes AM, FM, USB, LSB * Microprocessor Controlled * Variable RF Output Power * 5 Digit LCD Frequency Display * Scanning Microphone * Dimensions 2(H) x 6(W) x 8.5(D) inches * Night Illuminated Display * Frequency Scan * Automatic Call Frequency Control (FM 29.600 MHz) IN STOCK and READY to SHIP. Lon ~ Tech808 ~ N9CEF CEF#808 ~ CEF HAM#33 ~ CVC#002 Tech808@copperelectronics.com
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Capt205
Intermediate Member Username: Capt205
Post Number: 156 Registered: 5-2005
| Posted on Saturday, May 12, 2007 - 12:25 pm: |
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Lon, do you know if the 10khz shift still works after the expand, align, and peak tune up is done? |
Tech808
Moderator Username: Tech808
Post Number: 13675 Registered: 8-2002
| Posted on Saturday, May 12, 2007 - 3:17 pm: |
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Capt205, Yes, the STEP Feature Button #1 will work 1kHz, 10 kHz or 100 kHz Hope this help's, Lon ~ Tech808 ~ N9CEF CEF#808 ~ CEF HAM#33 ~ CVC#002 Tech808@copperelectronics.com
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Capt205
Intermediate Member Username: Capt205
Post Number: 157 Registered: 5-2005
| Posted on Saturday, May 12, 2007 - 3:28 pm: |
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Thanks Lon we use an in between channel here for our local net, so I am ordering one of the new 257's today. Will go nicely with the 2-S9's I already operate. |
Newoperator
Junior Member Username: Newoperator
Post Number: 13 Registered: 5-2007
| Posted on Sunday, May 13, 2007 - 8:06 pm: |
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how do i know which 257 i got i ordered it wedensday i hope they didnt give me the 30 watt one .I ordered over the phone i just asked for a magnum 257 and i payed the 169.99 for it so i hope i got the 50 watt one but when i looked online it said they were 30 watt radios. Moderator Note! That is a question only Customer Service can answer for you. You will need to call Customer Service at: 1-800-626-6343 and ask for Suzanne or e-mail her at: suzanne@iglou.com
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Newoperator
Junior Member Username: Newoperator
Post Number: 14 Registered: 5-2007
| Posted on Sunday, May 13, 2007 - 7:35 pm: |
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COD delivery with a money order do i make them out to copper electronics or is it payed to ups? Moderator Note! That is a question only Customer Service can answer for you. You will need to call Customer Service at: 1-800-626-6343 and ask for Suzanne or e-mail her at: suzanne@iglou.com |
Unit199
Intermediate Member Username: Unit199
Post Number: 469 Registered: 8-2003
| Posted on Monday, May 14, 2007 - 8:51 am: |
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You make it out to Copper Electronics. HARVE UNIT199 CEF210 CVC18 KB0YVK
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Newoperator
Junior Member Username: Newoperator
Post Number: 15 Registered: 5-2007
| Posted on Monday, May 14, 2007 - 11:39 am: |
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I ended up getting the 30 watt model of the 257 becuase i ordered a day before they posted the new 50 watt on site but i plan on running a amp anyway.Is there anything diffrent in the 50 watt model besides the finals? |
Tech808
Moderator Username: Tech808
Post Number: 13692 Registered: 8-2002
| Posted on Monday, May 14, 2007 - 5:01 pm: |
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No there is no difference internally between the 2 radios except the 257 has the ERF-2030 mosfet final and support components instead of the 1969 final. Lon ~ Tech808 ~ N9CEF CEF#808 ~ CEF HAM#33 ~ CVC#002 Tech808@copperelectronics.com
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Newoperator
Junior Member Username: Newoperator
Post Number: 16 Registered: 5-2007
| Posted on Monday, May 14, 2007 - 7:14 pm: |
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yeah my 2510 ran about the same power stock i think it was 30 watts side band and like 10 am or something i cant remember but im sure its enough till i order a amp.I just mounted my swr/power meter by paradynamics and i mounted my power supply under my desk and im gonna mount the radio at the top ill get some photo's up when its finished.Im gonna try to stick to one radio instead of having 10 in the shack like the old days ;) |
Dale
Advanced Member Username: Dale
Post Number: 856 Registered: 12-2002
| Posted on Monday, May 14, 2007 - 8:56 pm: |
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so now is magnum gonna discontinue the 30 watt magnum? Moderator Note! Yes the 1969 final version #1 & #2 of the Magnum 257's have been discontinued with the production of the Version #3 of the ERF-2030 mosfet model 257's. dale/a.k.a.hotrod cef426 cvc#64
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Capt205
Intermediate Member Username: Capt205
Post Number: 158 Registered: 5-2005
| Posted on Tuesday, May 15, 2007 - 10:45 am: |
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My NEW 257 is on the way! Now I'm waiting for the new higher power S9's |
Dale
Advanced Member Username: Dale
Post Number: 861 Registered: 12-2002
| Posted on Wednesday, May 16, 2007 - 5:27 am: |
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theres a 80watt s9 out.seems pretty close output wise to a 2970 dale/a.k.a.hotrod cef426 cvc#64
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Jimb654
New member Username: Jimb654
Post Number: 9 Registered: 9-2002
| Posted on Sunday, June 03, 2007 - 3:35 am: |
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Just wondering what the max carrier to expect with a 50 watt pep ? Also is the 50 watts realistic or advertising hype? I already own two of the 30 watt models and they dead key 10 watts and 35 pep. Very happy with them and considering buying a new one if it is as rated. |
Dale
Advanced Member Username: Dale
Post Number: 953 Registered: 12-2002
| Posted on Sunday, June 03, 2007 - 8:08 am: |
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i dont know for sure but id think it may dk slightly more say like12-15 watts dk dale/a.k.a.hotrod cef426 cvc#64
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