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Tech808
Moderator
Username: Tech808
Post Number: 17517
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Friday, March 19, 2010 - 4:17 am: | 
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MAGNUM 257-HP
FRONT VIEW
Lon~Tech808
N9CEF
CEF#808
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Tech808
Moderator
Username: Tech808
Post Number: 17515
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Thursday, March 18, 2010 - 5:08 pm: |
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MAGNUM 257-HP
SIDE VIEW
Lon~Tech808
N9CEF
CEF#808
Radio Enthusiast!
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Moderator120
Moderator
Username: Moderator120
Post Number: 561
Registered: 11-2006
| | Posted on Friday, March 19, 2010 - 12:30 pm: |
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I hear 60 watts on Am and 80 watts on SSB. I like the bigger mic as well, would love to test one out for sure!
Mike 
Moderator120
CEF#0120/HAM #222
KB1NYD
CVC#0041
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Dale
Senior Member
Username: Dale
Post Number: 1554
Registered: 12-2002
| | Posted on Friday, March 19, 2010 - 3:35 pm: |
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dittio mike.that would make a SWEET radio in my mobile
dale/a.k.a.hotrod
cef426
cvc#64
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Tech808
Moderator
Username: Tech808
Post Number: 17519
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Friday, March 19, 2010 - 9:58 pm: |
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Copper Forum Member's,
After talking with Eric Lewis last week as soon as they get them in he will be sending me one to do a Review on it for the Copper Forum Member's. 
From the picture's it look's sharp with the FX75 amp factory installed on it.
I will keep everyone posted on update's.
Lon~Tech808
N9CEF
CEF#808
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Big_m
Member
Username: Big_m
Post Number: 99
Registered: 9-2007
| | Posted on Friday, March 19, 2010 - 10:10 pm: |
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Thanks Tech 808! I can't wait to see it. I did read that amp will do over 100 watts. It should be a nice little radio. I think I want one. |
Tomcatinva
Intermediate Member
Username: Tomcatinva
Post Number: 132
Registered: 11-2003
| | Posted on Sunday, March 21, 2010 - 10:20 am: |
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Can't wait to see the reviews on this; and is that new mic a power mic as it was on the last model??
TomCat in VA
CEF217
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Dale
Senior Member
Username: Dale
Post Number: 1559
Registered: 12-2002
| | Posted on Sunday, March 21, 2010 - 12:30 pm: |
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from what i seen in pic its the same mic
as the omegaforce not really new just
a different mic.and its a power mic
dale/a.k.a.hotrod
cef426
cvc#64
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Patzerozero
Senior Member
Username: Patzerozero
Post Number: 4836
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Sunday, March 21, 2010 - 1:55 pm: |
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i used to get excited over magnums' 'new radios'. not anymore. after the self destruction of my blue mosfet 257, i would have to look & think real hard before buying another magnum. the 257hp is the same as the original non-mosfet radios, the only difference is the mosfet finals via the addition of the fx75 amp, and the larger mic. there is nothing to make this radio any 'better' then its previous incarnations. it's only 20-30 watts output higher then what i had-only 1 or 2 db more, well under a half S-unit on somebody's receive meter. i am sure there will be a premium to pay for the new mic, added mosfets & metal case & internals of the amp unit, but i seriously doubt it would put the 257hp in a price range that makes it more desirable then the omegaforceHP. yes, i bought the mosfet 257 for its small size, and bragged about reputation. the 'small size' is now a moot point with the amp hanging off the back. and pretty much anything good i had to say about it is no longer spoken. there was no quality control, and basically from the moment i removed it from the box. what has been done to change it on the current run? probably nothing. IF i was to buy another magnum, it would be the omega HP....then again, its CPU is the same as that of the 257, so my mobile-receive-noise issues probably would remain, which would dissuade me from buying a CPU controlled magnum.
my thoughts? nah, i don't think so. |
Billsimcox
New member
Username: Billsimcox
Post Number: 8
Registered: 1-2010
| | Posted on Sunday, March 21, 2010 - 10:06 pm: |
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OMG look at the @$$ on that thing...so much for a compact unit?? I was hoping to install one of these in my Jeep Wrangler. Guess it will be a "base" radio for me now. Still can't wait to get my paws on one of these bad boys.
Have they released the MSRP on this one yet? I am real curious how much this one will jump up in price compared to the last model. |
Billsimcox
New member
Username: Billsimcox
Post Number: 9
Registered: 1-2010
| | Posted on Sunday, March 21, 2010 - 10:16 pm: |
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I just stumbled across one of these at another online (name withheld) CB retailer. $219.95 + another $25.00 for an alignment. |
Patzerozero
Senior Member
Username: Patzerozero
Post Number: 4838
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Monday, March 22, 2010 - 6:57 am: |
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yea, i saw that one....i can't remember if that is what the last ones were going for here or not. i know i paid $169 for mine, it was 1 of the 1st blue/mosfet 257's copper got. at THAT price, i LIKED it. it went to $189 here right after, i seem to remember it being over $200 before they went out of stock, but i may be wrong. if the HP was to sell at $219 or higher, i'd go for the omega HP, more bang for the buck i'd say, but size was the reason for the 257 in the 1st place. i think it would be better to add the amp to the bottom like the newer rci/ranger & s9-175, or get the finals INSIDE the radio & add cooling at the back like they normally have, just 'wider' rather then sticking out so much.
on the other hand, i've 'outgrown' the 706mk2g i sometimes use mobile & should probably step up to the ic7000, but i'm not prepared to spend a grand right now. |
Big_m
Intermediate Member
Username: Big_m
Post Number: 100
Registered: 9-2007
| | Posted on Monday, March 22, 2010 - 12:37 pm: |
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I didn't know that there was an Omega HP. I'm going to look for info on it. Anyone have one? How well does it work? |
Dale
Senior Member
Username: Dale
Post Number: 1560
Registered: 12-2002
| | Posted on Monday, March 22, 2010 - 9:17 pm: |
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hey pat ya ever try the s9 in your mobile?ive read posts about the 257 being noisy in your mobile being cpu controlled and s9 isnt.
also doesnt magnum make a filter cord for the
257/omega/delta/.i got one for a standard 3 pin .
big m the omega hp is the same as the old one hust has the rfx-75 installed from factory.be nice if ya dont wanna run an amp
dale/a.k.a.hotrod
cef426
cvc#64
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Drifter_8291
Junior Member
Username: Drifter_8291
Post Number: 32
Registered: 10-2004
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 24, 2010 - 8:52 pm: |
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Wondering what size amp power supply will this run off of? I run my blue face 257 on a 12 amp and it does fine. Anyone have any ideas? |
Tech808
Moderator
Username: Tech808
Post Number: 17525
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Thursday, March 25, 2010 - 8:46 am: |
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Copper Part#:
T70-00024 Tripp Lite PR25 Power Supply
[T70-00024] $134.99
6-3/4"h x 10-1/4"d x 6-1/4"w
Intended for 75-100 watt Ham Band Linear Amplifiers,
Test Bench Power Supplies.
20 Continuous Duty Amps
Chasis Mount Fusing
Lon~Tech808
N9CEF
CEF#808
Radio Enthusiast!
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Drifter_8291
Junior Member
Username: Drifter_8291
Post Number: 33
Registered: 10-2004
| | Posted on Thursday, March 25, 2010 - 2:56 pm: |
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Thanks
Will be having to save a little before I get one then. Or I might just stick with one I got magnum 257 as it has been doing me a good job..depends on what all I hear about the new one. |
Tech808
Moderator
Username: Tech808
Post Number: 17586
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, April 13, 2010 - 6:19 pm: |
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The
MAGNUM 257HP
Has ARRIVED.
I will begin Testing it and doing a Review on it for the Copper Forum Membert's tomorrow.
Lon~Tech808
N9CEF
CEF#808
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Dale
Senior Member
Username: Dale
Post Number: 1577
Registered: 12-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, April 13, 2010 - 9:51 pm: |
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cool..cant wait
dale/a.k.a.hotrod
cef426
cvc#64
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Tomcatinva
Intermediate Member
Username: Tomcatinva
Post Number: 133
Registered: 11-2003
| | Posted on Tuesday, May 04, 2010 - 11:44 am: |
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So what's everyones opinion on the "New" Magnum 257? Just checking in to see if anyone has done a review.
Thanks,
TomCat in VA
CEF217
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Tech808
Moderator
Username: Tech808
Post Number: 17625
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, May 04, 2010 - 5:07 pm: |
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Tomcatinva,
Yes I have done a Review on the:
COPPER PART #P03-01002
Magnum 257HP 10 Meter Mobile
and it is just waiting for the Copper Forummaster's approval and get it posted for everyone.
Lon~Tech808
N9CEF
CEF#808
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Big_m
Intermediate Member
Username: Big_m
Post Number: 103
Registered: 9-2007
| | Posted on Tuesday, May 04, 2010 - 8:46 pm: |
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I can't wait to read it! And I know that I'm not the only one. |
Tomcatinva
Intermediate Member
Username: Tomcatinva
Post Number: 134
Registered: 11-2003
| | Posted on Thursday, May 06, 2010 - 12:25 pm: |
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Sweet!! I will be keeping my good eye open for it... LOL!!!
Thanks Lon, BTW... Hope you are doing well!!
TomCat in VA
CEF217
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Tech808
Moderator
Username: Tech808
Post Number: 17627
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Friday, May 07, 2010 - 8:32 am: |
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Tom,
Doing good my friend and Thank You!
The Magnum 257HP 10 Meter Mobile is a SWEET little radio!
Lon~Tech808
N9CEF
CEF#808
Radio Enthusiast!
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Tomcatinva
Intermediate Member
Username: Tomcatinva
Post Number: 135
Registered: 11-2003
| | Posted on Friday, May 07, 2010 - 9:17 am: |
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Glad you are doing well!!
I have 2 older style 257's one amber face and the other the cool blue, and I've been happy with those  thinking  about adding the new 257HP to the collection... but as with any "new" product I would like to see other peoples thoughts first... but knowing Magnum's reputation I am sure it's a good sound and solid radio.
Thanks again... 
TomCat in VA
CEF217
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Billsimcox
Junior Member
Username: Billsimcox
Post Number: 15
Registered: 1-2010
| | Posted on Monday, May 17, 2010 - 6:33 am: |
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I really want to pull the trigger on one of these radios but won't do it until I read Lon's review. Come on Mr Fourmmaster...please |
Tech808
Moderator
Username: Tech808
Post Number: 17652
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Monday, May 17, 2010 - 9:05 am: |
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Bill,
Thank You!
Now call Copper Electronic's and place your order.
Copper Talk » Subscriber (Preview) » Product Reviews » Magnum 257HP
Please CLICK on the LINK below:
MAGNUM257 HP
Lon~Tech808
N9CEF
CEF#808
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Billsimcox
Junior Member
Username: Billsimcox
Post Number: 16
Registered: 1-2010
| | Posted on Tuesday, May 18, 2010 - 6:22 am: |
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Lon – one more question…do you find it necessary to pay the extra bucks to have this radio tuned, aligned and expanded? Or does it come from the factory pretty much ready to go? I can expand myself. |
Tech808
Moderator
Username: Tech808
Post Number: 17653
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, May 18, 2010 - 10:42 pm: |
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Bill,
Personally I always do my own Conversion's, Align, Peak & Tune, And I set everything to 90% for my own personal use. I do NOT like blowing my radio's up and no one can tell if I'am running it at 90% or 100%.
BUT! I have the equipment to do my own.
The way the newer radio's are manufactured now if you want maximum performance have it tuned, aligned and expanded at time of purchase to keep your factory warranty intact.
Lon~Tech808
N9CEF
CEF#808
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Itatorro
Junior Member
Username: Itatorro
Post Number: 41
Registered: 6-2005
| | Posted on Friday, August 27, 2010 - 7:10 pm: |
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Upgraded from blue face 257LP to the new HP. tested from house and found the audio much stronger than the LP. the extra watts don't hurt either.
installed in car and find the receive is a little better on the noise problems(noticeable)
i powered the LP from my cigarette lighter and it did fine. I put the HP in and rapidly found out that it could get enough juice for the radio. i went to the battery. plenty of juice but my SWR all the sudden when through the ruff causing tx to shut off. i cant even measure it.
i pulled in the drive after work today and the swr was 1.6 and all the sudden it when to the sky again. this happened a couple of time.
can someone point me in the right direction here.
setup
08 Honda civic four door
257HP
wilson 1000 on the trunk lip left side
SWR Meter radioshack
Antenna ?
Grounding?
thank you for your advice |
Mikefromms
Senior Member
Username: Mikefromms
Post Number: 1061
Registered: 6-2003
| | Posted on Friday, August 27, 2010 - 10:11 pm: |
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Coax likely. |
Hotwire
Senior Member
Username: Hotwire
Post Number: 2771
Registered: 1-2005
| | Posted on Sunday, August 29, 2010 - 1:56 am: |
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The power wires from the radio to the battery, try to shorten the length of them. I assume you had to attach extra length to the radio power wires to reach the battery? Was this the only modification made since the previous setup? There is a technical explanation for this but to keep it simple long power wires can sometimes act as antennas. Higher power setups especially are plagued by this problem .
Good Luck
Kenny
CEF491
Reading the mail around Indianapolis Indiana!
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Kabar
Member
Username: Kabar
Post Number: 74
Registered: 6-2003
| | Posted on Sunday, August 29, 2010 - 7:53 pm: |
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Is your trunk lid fiberglass or metal?Some cars now have fiberglass trunks.
Make sure that the two screws holding the Wilson 1000 to the trunk lip are making contact with good clean bare metal.
Trunk lids sit on rubber and hinges are not that well connected to the body.You might try adding two bonding straps from the trunk lid to the car body on each side of the trunk. |
Rodder54
Junior Member
Username: Rodder54
Post Number: 24
Registered: 12-2001
| | Posted on Saturday, February 23, 2013 - 10:38 pm: |
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can any one tell me on the magnum 257hp on e band in 40 ch mode what is the 5 beside the e |
Milkman21218
Advanced Member
Username: Milkman21218
Post Number: 516
Registered: 1-2004
| | Posted on Monday, February 25, 2013 - 5:32 am: |
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Band number #5.
Izzy
CEF#502
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Dale
Senior Member
Username: Dale
Post Number: 1929
Registered: 12-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, February 26, 2013 - 2:42 pm: |
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the [5] is a khz. so channel 40 would read
27405
if ya change it to ]0] will read
27400
in all honesty ive had 2 magnums a delt and omega
your better off using it with the freq counter jmo.
if your on ssb say 38 lsb and ya hear go down 5 khz
you,ll now hear them on 27380
this is all if ya change that 5 to a 0 . under normal operations you want to leave it as a [5]
this is why imo using the 5 digit counter is much easier and you see what im talking about.
dale/a.k.a.hotrod
cef426
cvc#64
454 [dx numbers]
38lsb
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