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Cornbrown
Intermediate Member
Username: Cornbrown
Post Number: 127
Registered: 7-2005
| | Posted on Tuesday, April 11, 2006 - 5:02 pm: | 
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Just had to share this with you guys. I purchased a Magnum S9 from Copper to install in the mobile to drive a Fat Boy 2x6 amp. I get flowers every time I key up. The S9 Screams. Some one put me on Watergate "recorder" while I was 20 miles out, and I love how my audio sounds..... super loud with the stock mike..... Top gun on...... nothing clipped or maxed out in the radio. I am swinging to little over 1500 watts. The Magnum S9 Rocks!!! Oh the receiver is excellent also. |
Wally38
Member
Username: Wally38
Post Number: 94
Registered: 3-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 12, 2006 - 12:18 am: |
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I love my S9 also. I will never sell it. Congratulations! |
Vanillagorilla
Advanced Member
Username: Vanillagorilla
Post Number: 521
Registered: 4-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, April 12, 2006 - 1:39 pm: |
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 ...Magnum... 
there is no substitute.
Hank CEF559 |
Red_roller
New member
Username: Red_roller
Post Number: 3
Registered: 2-2006
| | Posted on Thursday, June 15, 2006 - 7:39 pm: |
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well since cornbrown digs his S-9 so much, I'm gonna nab me one!
I just sold my S-3 and I recently traded my Ranger 6900 F25 for this Magnum S-380 I got in my truck now, but now I want to run a fatboy.
What kind of Fatboy amps can I run with an S-9? I thought I read somewhere on here that you cant run a 3 or 4 pill with a magnum radio? I cant run a 2x6 in this truck that's too much pull on the alternator (this truck isnt mine). Please help!
No I'm not going to try to run a fatboy with this S-380, Iam going to get an S-9(just wanted to clarify.) |
Moonraker
Intermediate Member
Username: Moonraker
Post Number: 213
Registered: 3-2005
| | Posted on Thursday, June 15, 2006 - 9:30 pm: |
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If your going with a comp amp, I would keep the S-3 80. You could use that radio with a 4 pill (2879) fat boy. The competition amps can handle alot more input than a commercial amp like a texas star. As long your swr is low and the amp is in an open area where it can get good ventilation, it should be just fine. |
Red_roller
New member
Username: Red_roller
Post Number: 5
Registered: 2-2006
| | Posted on Friday, June 16, 2006 - 11:52 am: |
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wow moonraker, thanks for the post!!
A fatboy 4 pill can handle a 91W radio? wow!
My SWR IS 1:1 and vent will be open. |
Patzerozero
Senior Member
Username: Patzerozero
Post Number: 2986
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Friday, June 16, 2006 - 5:13 pm: |
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a 4 pill custom(fatboy, xforce, davemade, etc) will handle about 20 watts dead key, & 150 watts PEP. you'll see about 200 watts dead key & 800 PEP. the '90' watt versions of the S3/6/9 will work GREAT with 'em!! a 40 watt(or 50 watt erf version) of those magnums is better suited for the 5 pill customs. BUT you must keep dead key low enough so amp doesn't key more then 200 watts, then lower mic gain for less then 35 watts PEP. you'll see the same output as the 4 pill. if you put a 40 or 50 watt magnum on a 4 pill custom, you'll see slightly less output.
A fatboy 4 pill can handle a 91W radio? wow!-YES!! |
Newoperator
Junior Member
Username: Newoperator
Post Number: 31
Registered: 5-2007
| | Posted on Friday, May 18, 2007 - 9:54 am: |
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I owned a s-3 and what a radio ;)
It was actually funny how i got it.It just came out at the time and i went to a local cb shop and they didnt carry the magnum brand but they had one sent to em for testing and they sold it to me for $250.00
Best am radio i ever owned.
382 - 123
Dont Sweat The Technique
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Hyperno_1979
Intermediate Member
Username: Hyperno_1979
Post Number: 437
Registered: 12-2005
| | Posted on Friday, September 21, 2007 - 11:07 am: |
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Righto here we go.... I am seriously considering an S9. I have the chance to buy one and would like ALL you owners to give me the absolute low down, warts and all. This is just the standard S9. I have finally found a dealer on my side of the pond and have been offered a deal i cannot refuse. Please gents, a no holds barred run down. If you love it tell me....if you hate it tell me.....and tell me why. I already own a 357 and love that but the S9 is a totally different kettle of fish for me so any help would be much appreciated.
CEFFFCEF
Bob
CEF703/CVC26
I Don't Have a Life Ban From Canada...lol.
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Patzerozero
Senior Member
Username: Patzerozero
Post Number: 3947
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Friday, September 21, 2007 - 7:02 pm: |
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1st time sam lewis was on voice chat, he explained difference in receivers of magnum PLL-controlled radios vs magnum cpu-controlled radios. has to do with way they have to be grounded as well as general design of radio. that said, i prefer MAGNUM PLL controlled radios (S9) vs magnum CPU controlled radios. S9 has NO white noise. my delta is somewhat noisy, & i think my 257 is a slight bit noisier. i have NEVER spoken to ANYONE on my 257 on AM. my delta gets great reports AM or SSB. my S9 does too, but a few of the pickier locals are a bit harsh on SSB audio within a couple miles. i want an omega, in which case i'd unload the delta. the 257 will be kept fo'rent-a-car' use. i want to see the high power S9, but on sam lewis' recommendation, am contemplating removing the topgun from my S9 & replacing it with an SP1A.
the ultimate would be a new ar3500...... |
Hyperno_1979
Intermediate Member
Username: Hyperno_1979
Post Number: 439
Registered: 12-2005
| | Posted on Saturday, September 22, 2007 - 7:27 am: |
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Pat,
I get very little white noise from my 357 so i expect an S9 would be better? Gotta love the dragon...bought me an IC 725 for an early birthday pressy now says she will get me an S9 for early xmas. The S9 will replace my trusty old AX144 in my car, as the 357 was a pain to try and install due to the umbilical cord. Just couldn't find a place to run without it being kicked, trodden on or damaged in any other way. It now goes back into rotation in the base stations. So c'mon guys....any info. Before my beloved parts with her cash....are they reliable? Do they perform? Are they shite? Whatever. All info is very welcome. I don't want to line up a radio that could be back under warranty especially as i am not paying for it.
Cheers Guys,
CEFFFCEF
Bob
CEF703/CVC26
I Don't Have a Life Ban From Canada...lol.
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Dale
Senior Member
Username: Dale
Post Number: 1159
Registered: 12-2002
| | Posted on Saturday, September 22, 2007 - 6:26 pm: |
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well i dont own a s9 but ive really never heard
anything bad either.and if ya do run into trouble
ya can email/call sam lewis himself.cant get any
better than that
dale/a.k.a.hotrod
cef426
cvc#64
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Cornbrown
Intermediate Member
Username: Cornbrown
Post Number: 149
Registered: 7-2005
| | Posted on Thursday, September 27, 2007 - 2:25 pm: |
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Well my S9 is still going strong in my mobile. I installed a recorder inside for key downs. I still love my Magnum S9. I am going to buy a 257 and an Omega in the near future.
Cornbrown |
Vanillagorilla
Senior Member
Username: Vanillagorilla
Post Number: 1075
Registered: 4-2005
| | Posted on Thursday, September 27, 2007 - 6:26 pm: |
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All thumbs up from me EXCEPT...I didn't like the noisy receive when in the mobile. Noise blanker was nearly useless and using the same switch to also turn off the freq counter? Hmmmm.
In the base it was a favorite to this day.
SO sorry I sold it.
Hank~CEF559/CEFHAM242
KC2RIW
Eastern Long Island NY
...and WELCOME in most Countries. Even CANADA 
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Hyperno_1979
Intermediate Member
Username: Hyperno_1979
Post Number: 442
Registered: 12-2005
| | Posted on Friday, September 28, 2007 - 8:52 am: |
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Well all i can say so far is...if a bloke that owns a Pontiac GTO and is NOT banned from Canada  ......they must be good.
CEFFFCEF
Bob
CEF703/CVC26
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Ajm1571
Advanced Member
Username: Ajm1571
Post Number: 588
Registered: 12-2004
| | Posted on Saturday, September 29, 2007 - 1:00 am: |
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I see how you are Bob. You ake out your not banned from Canada thing in your profile and I added one in mine...lol..anyways I would LOVEto ownS9
Allen, Banned from Canada
015 from MI
CEF565/ham#243
CVC#38
13AM/LSB N.E. Net Cont. an 10M Asst N. Cont.
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Hyperno_1979
Intermediate Member
Username: Hyperno_1979
Post Number: 443
Registered: 12-2005
| | Posted on Sunday, September 30, 2007 - 6:45 am: |
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Al, you have a great sense of humour there champ...i took it off in case it offended you. I should talk, i'm not allowed out of Australia....lol. Yeah Deb is going to buy me an early Xmas pressy and i have been offered one from a dealer over here for about cost plus delivery. Can't beat that. So i'm just after all owners dealings...as i said warts and all. Will make a super replacement for my OLD Ax144 in the jaloppy.
Cheers Mate,
CEFFFCEF
Bob
CEF703/CVC26
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Ajm1571
Advanced Member
Username: Ajm1571
Post Number: 591
Registered: 12-2004
| | Posted on Sunday, September 30, 2007 - 4:19 pm: |
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No problems mate. Wasn't offended at all! Thought it was pretty darn funny Ask Deb where my Xmas pressy is cause I want 1 also...lol Enjoy the radio when u get it as I know u will
Allen, Banned from Canada
015 from MI
CEF565/ham#243
CVC#38
13AM/LSB N.E. Net Cont. an 10M Asst N. Cont.
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Hyperno_1979
Intermediate Member
Username: Hyperno_1979
Post Number: 458
Registered: 12-2005
| | Posted on Saturday, October 20, 2007 - 7:11 am: |
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Al, i'd love to get you one but at the moment with Deb's Homer Simpson like mood swings i'm not game to ask her about my pressy let alone anyone elses.....lol. Mate it's about as funny as a fart in an elevator when you're 6'2" and around 244lb to have to walk on eggshells.
Cheers Mate,
CEFFFCEF
Bob
CEF703/CVC26
269 Hunter Valley
NOT allowed to hold a passport....
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Ajm1571
Advanced Member
Username: Ajm1571
Post Number: 612
Registered: 12-2004
| | Posted on Monday, October 22, 2007 - 1:23 am: |
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Homer Simpson like mood swings....WOW. In that case, don't even mention my request! Don't want you to get a whoopin and ending up in a hospital...lmaooo. 6'2" and around 244lbs walking on eggshells, this I gotta see! Don't worry mate, start sucking up to her just before you ask her bout your pressy. That way she wont see it coming and might save you from a good butt whoopin
CHEERS
Allen, Banned from Canada
015 from MI
CEF565/ham#243
CVC#38
13AM/LSB N.E. Net Cont. an 10M Asst N. Cont.
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Bluelodge
New member
Username: Bluelodge
Post Number: 4
Registered: 10-2006
| | Posted on Friday, February 01, 2008 - 8:50 am: |
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just ordered a mag 257 from copper!!! |
Bert
Member
Username: Bert
Post Number: 93
Registered: 12-2005
| | Posted on Sunday, February 17, 2008 - 7:17 am: |
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Some are put off by the flimsy feel of the control knobs. But really, unless you're a knucklehead, these work fine and never cause a problem.
More importantly, the S9 is a WONDERFUL radio. Great receive, tons of features and that superb mangnum audio. It's a fun radio to operate. I love mine! |
Canal_digger
New member
Username: Canal_digger
Post Number: 3
Registered: 1-2008
| | Posted on Friday, February 22, 2008 - 9:58 pm: |
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Impatiently awaiting my new S9 with the dual 2030 finals. Any idea what it will max out on for AM/FM power, SSB PEP, etc.? I've seen everything from 40, 45, 55+ watts and just looking for a realistic number. Anyone that's had one peaked let me know? Thanks |
Tech808
Moderator
Username: Tech808
Post Number: 15338
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Friday, February 22, 2008 - 10:38 pm: |
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Magnum S-9 = 40+ Watts
40+ Watt, AM/FM/SSB/PA 10 Meter Mobile Amateur Transceiver
Six Digit Freq. Counter SSB Five Digit AM/FM, Roger Beep
Freq. Counter OFF Switch
Double Barrel 4-Pin Microphone Jacks
Variable Power Output Control
TURBO? Digital Echo with Dual Controls
AMT - All Mode Talkback with Volume Control on Front Panel
TOP GUN? Modulator - A Magnum Exclusive!
Turns the S-9's transmitter section into a modulator
- With 1 watt carrier - swing to 40+ watts!
100% modulation for unbelievable power
Modulator On/Off Control on Front Panel
TOP GUN? Compressor - A Magnum Exclusive!
Compressor Improves Transmitted Audio
Helps Punch Through Crowded Airwaves
Exceptional Receiver Clarity
Blue LED Meter And Display Lights
Three Stage Dimmer
Smooth RF Gain Control
High SWR Warning Light with On/Off Control
Large Easy To Read S/RF Meter
Meter Light Changes To Red During Transmit
+10kHz Switch
Microphone and RF Gain
Noise Blanker / ANL
FREE Limited Edition 'Old Glory' Extra Front Panel
Fine And Coarse Clarifier For Adjusting RX & TX
Magnum S-9-80 = 75+ Watts
75+ Watts RF Output Power
Uses 4 ERF2030 Transistors!
Extra Large, Backlit Meter with Variable Dimmer
6 Digit Frequency Counter
Variable Power Output-In All Modes
AM / USB / LSB / FM / PA Modes
TOP GUN Modulator Feature – 75+ Watts of Swing with 1 Watt Carrier on AM!
Back Lit Display & Meter with Dimmer
TOP GUN Compressor Feature – Tailors and shapes the audio signal for maximum punch through heavy traffic
+10 kHz Switch
Double-Barrel™ Microphone Jacks – One on Each side of Radio! Another Industry First from Magnum.
Selectable 5 or 10 kHz Resolution
6 Digit Counter and Channel Display
RF Gain and Microphone Gain Controls
2.5 kHz Clarifier
High Gain 5 Element Noise Blanker and Automatic Noise Limiter (ANL)
TURBO Digital Echo - A MAGNUM Exclusive
AMT - All Mode Talk-Back with Volume Control
Roger Beep with On/Off Control
MARS / CAP Compatible (Permits Required)
1 Year Warranty
Extended Service Contracts Available
General Specifications
Modes: AM / FM / USB / LSB / PA
Antenna Impedance: 50 ohm, unbalanced
Operating Temperature: 100 C to +600 C
Frequency Control: Digital Phase-Lock Loop (PLL) Synthesizer
Frequency Accuracy: Better than +10 ppm from 0 - 400 C after 15 min. warm up
Power Requirement: 12 - 13.8 V DC, negative ground
Dimensions (W x H x D): 197 x 57 x 292 mm (7.75 x 2.25 x 11.50 in)
Weight: 1.8 kg (4 lbs)
Transmitter Specifications
Power Output: FM 50 Watts - AM 1~15 Watts Average / 75+ Watts PEP - SSB 70+ Watts
Transistors: ERF2030 (x4)
Spurious Emissions: More than 50 dB below peak output power
Carrier Suppression: More than 40 dB below peak output power
FM Deviation: +/- 2 kHz maximum
Frequency Response: 400 to 2800 Hz
Receiver Specifications
Circuit Type: Double-Conversion Superheterodyne
Intermediate Frequencies: 1st IF 10.695 MHz - 2nd IF 455 kHz
Sensitivity: AM 1.0 uV at 10 dB S + N/N - FM 0.3uV at dB SINAD
Selectivity: AM / FM 6.0 kHz (-6 dB) / 18 kHz (-60 dB)
Adjacent Channel Rejection: Better than 70 dB
IF Rejection: Better than 80 dB for all frequencies
Frequency Response: 250 to 3000 Hz
Noise Blanker Type: All mode, seven stage high gain
Audio Output Power: 2 watts minimum at 10% THD with an 8 ohm load
Audio Output Impedance: 8 ohms
Hope this help's,
Lon~Tech808
CEF#0808/HAM#001/CVC#0002
Tech808@copperelectronics.com
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Canal_digger
New member
Username: Canal_digger
Post Number: 4
Registered: 1-2008
| | Posted on Sunday, February 24, 2008 - 10:17 pm: |
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Thanks for that info. Any idea about how many Amps it will pull at max PEP? My new Dodge Charger's electrical system is touchy and last time i tried my Galaxy 95T full out, the battery wasn't happy. |
Patzerozero
Senior Member
Username: Patzerozero
Post Number: 4162
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Monday, February 25, 2008 - 3:46 pm: |
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with an S9 with erf2030's, you should pull less then 10 amps. a maxed out 95t could pull as much as 25 amps. |
Canal_digger
New member
Username: Canal_digger
Post Number: 5
Registered: 1-2008
| | Posted on Monday, February 25, 2008 - 6:59 pm: |
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Thanks. Curious, why did they change the S9 finals from 1969s to 2030s? Just newer? Anything else I should be aware of with the S9 (mine comes this week). Hearing some very good things about it... |
Patzerozero
Senior Member
Username: Patzerozero
Post Number: 4165
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Monday, February 25, 2008 - 7:50 pm: |
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they don't make 1969's anymore, mosfets are what's going into radios now. some S9's have an SSB transmit issue-rf entering xmit on ssb. several fixes depending on SN include rerouting and/or adding beads to wires from echo and/or talkback, adjusting final bias UP a bit, or sending back to magnum for free update. not all radios experienced these issues. that's really the only current issue i've seen. other then that, i have been happy with mine, though it is a mid-2004 model with 1969's, and am awaiting the arrival of the 175 watter. i also have a new blue-faced, erf2030 powered 257 and an early version (2000) delta force. i prefer the magnums to ALL current exports available.....just wish they did 12m instead of 30+mhz..... |
Tech808
Moderator
Username: Tech808
Post Number: 15366
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Monday, February 25, 2008 - 7:50 pm: |
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ERF2030 = LESS power IN and MORE power OUT and offers more reliable power/stability.
Lon~Tech808
CEF#0808/HAM#001/CVC#0002
Tech808@copperelectronics.com
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Canal_digger
New member
Username: Canal_digger
Post Number: 7
Registered: 1-2008
| | Posted on Tuesday, February 26, 2008 - 9:36 pm: |
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Thanks guys...I don't believe there's anywhere else I could get this much accurate info so timely on this subject. Really appreciate the expertise and can't wait to crank up the S9! 73s... |
Hotwire
Senior Member
Username: Hotwire
Post Number: 2455
Registered: 1-2005
| | Posted on Saturday, March 29, 2008 - 6:22 am: |
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Hey fellers! I can do this now! S9 S9 S9 S9 S9 S9 S9 S9 S9 S9 S9 S9 S9 S9 S9 My brand shiny new S9 just arrived a few days ago. Purchased from Copper needless to say. I'm happy with the reciever is putting it lightly!
I now understand why RF Limited is so highly recommended.
Hey Pat! Shipped my DX500's out to Mike in California and he repaired them out of warranty free of charge! One bad relay and a keyer transistor.
I'll be tearin up your beach just as soon as E-skip starts.
Have not forgot about Gorilla either! Listen for me Hank!
All my other CEF compadres keep an antenna out for the Hotwire Mobile coming soon to a radio near you!
If you never tried an S-9 then you don't know what your missing.
This rig is smoking and I'm not joking!
Wire
KEEP IT REAL!
Kenny
cef491(27.115lsb)
2sf491(27.555usb)
Indiana
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Hyperno_1979
Advanced Member
Username: Hyperno_1979
Post Number: 606
Registered: 12-2005
| | Posted on Saturday, March 29, 2008 - 8:50 am: |
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Love it...."This rigs smokin' and i'm not Jokin'"
Guys, if you want to see smokin....get a hold of a Magnum 357DX. Mine sets off the smoke alarms at full cry!!!!! Awesome audio and excellent receive. I think can only be matched by a 2970DX. Love both of them. Welcome to the Wonderful World of Magnum Kenny.
CEFFFCEF
Bob
CEF703/CVC26
269 Hunter Valley
NOT allowed to hold a passport....
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Revpo
Intermediate Member
Username: Revpo
Post Number: 347
Registered: 7-2006
| | Posted on Saturday, March 29, 2008 - 10:24 am: |
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Way to go Ken, maybe I will hear you someday in Southern Indiana...keep on trying
REVPO/CEF795
73
REVPO/DOCTOR/CEF 795
Wavin a hand from the cornfields of INDIANA
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Patzerozero
Senior Member
Username: Patzerozero
Post Number: 4203
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Saturday, March 29, 2008 - 5:04 pm: |
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great news on the texas star front, kenny!
as for the S9.....i'm sure glad i got THAT instead of the 4800/6900 i WAS looking at 4 years ago! that 175 watter is looking SO good, but yours & the dx500 should SCREAM! would sure love 24 mhz vs 30+ though .
within 6 weeks from now, i should be hearing you guys more often then i hear my wife  .....whoops, i mean .... |
Hotwire
Senior Member
Username: Hotwire
Post Number: 2456
Registered: 1-2005
| | Posted on Sunday, March 30, 2008 - 8:49 am: |
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10-4 Revpo, On vacation next week so I should have plenty of time to get set up right.
Might keep the S-9 as a base for now until I get more experience operating the amp with the TopGun modulator and its variable output.
Discovered that my old alternator was shooting voltage spikes as high as 18 volts.
Might be the cause of the amp trouble I was having.
Now I have a new heavy duty alternator so all is good.
OH YEAH! One more thing about the S-9.
Anyone notice how excellent the ACR is on their S-9?
I'm actually very impressed with it and that alone is enough to set the S-9 apart from many other export rigs, and cb's that I have used.
KEEP IT REAL!
Kenny
cef491(27.115lsb)
2sf491(27.555usb)
Indiana
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Dale
Senior Member
Username: Dale
Post Number: 1339
Registered: 12-2002
| | Posted on Sunday, March 30, 2008 - 10:13 am: |
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kenny, on my omega i dont use the topgun
and amp together.just 1 or the other
try it.hope this helps
dale/a.k.a.hotrod
cef426
cvc#64
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Wally38
Intermediate Member
Username: Wally38
Post Number: 174
Registered: 3-2005
| | Posted on Monday, March 31, 2008 - 2:20 pm: |
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I heard the same thing. You don't want the top gun modulator on while using your amp. By the way, I love my S9 also! |
Patzerozero
Senior Member
Username: Patzerozero
Post Number: 4205
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Sunday, April 06, 2008 - 9:11 pm: |
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You don't want the top gun modulator on while using your amp-maybe 'locally', but in heavy noise or on long distance or dx, the imperfections 'go away'. (same when using a 'C' type amp on SSB....within 5 or 6 miles-YIKES! any more distance & they can't tell!) |
Hotwire
Senior Member
Username: Hotwire
Post Number: 2462
Registered: 1-2005
| | Posted on Monday, April 07, 2008 - 1:02 am: |
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Finally hooked the watt meter up. With the Top Gun modulator on it drives the amp with a 50 watt swing. With it off I can still adjust for a 2 watt deadkey and about 30 watt swing. I was worried that with it off I might not get enough drive.
Very touchy variable. 1 to 3 watts deadkey and then it shoots up fast. I got to be careful!
KEEP IT REAL!
Kenny
cef491(27.115lsb)
2sf491(27.555usb)
Indiana
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Patzerozero
Senior Member
Username: Patzerozero
Post Number: 4211
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Monday, April 07, 2008 - 3:57 pm: |
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mic gain will adjust swing, even on AM. you'd be surprised how LOW you can set the mic gain before audio drops out! you may be able to cut 'swing' in HALF or LESS & few will notice any difference in audio! if anything, 'background noise' will lessen! remember, 1/2 or double is still 3 db, loss or gain, & it's only a half S-unit either way. swinging to S-9 or swing to S-8.5, nobody will notice. |
Canal_digger
Junior Member
Username: Canal_digger
Post Number: 23
Registered: 1-2008
| | Posted on Wednesday, July 09, 2008 - 4:00 pm: |
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I have also noticed that both the mic gain and the adjustable power controls are very touchy on the S-9. You can really tweak your output/swing in both power & modulation areas (or in combination). I use my S-9 for my base (w/ an amp for DX) for just these reasons. And the excellent reception is an added bonus. Not a big AM talker, so the Top Gun isn't used much. |
Sinker
Intermediate Member
Username: Sinker
Post Number: 465
Registered: 8-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, July 09, 2008 - 5:48 pm: |
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I too am waiting on the S9-175.
Any ideas how a MagnaForce 1000 would work with it for mobile use? For base use think I can hook it up with my XForce 60012HD?
Come on Pat, where you at with the answers heheehe......
Sinker
CEF-634
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Patzerozero
Senior Member
Username: Patzerozero
Post Number: 4337
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Saturday, July 12, 2008 - 7:57 pm: |
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the S9-175 will work just fine with the mf1000 tim! you'll have to adjust radio to get amp to work at its best. i'd bet around '1/2 power' from the radio, maybe 20 watts dead key & around 75 PEP should see pretty close to max 300 watts dead key & around 1200PEP.
the 60012 is essentially the same amp as the mf1000, just with a built in power supply-that probably delivers more like 17-18 volts rather then the usual 13-14. not sure what you get out of it now, but 350-400 dead key is probably as much as you should go, 300 may be just as good, and PEP is probably nearer 1600 watts. due to increased voltage, you may find you'll need to back off input even a bit more then setting up the mf1000. but, since the S9-175 most likely has external rf power control (like the smaller ones) and of course a mic gain, setting it up with either amp just requires an external wattmeter & you'll be ready to go! |
Sinker
Intermediate Member
Username: Sinker
Post Number: 467
Registered: 8-2005
| | Posted on Saturday, July 12, 2008 - 9:37 pm: |
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See I knew you would have the answers.
So I need one radio, one amp and a new mobile antenna.
Oh yeah alternator and battery too heheehe.
Sinker
CEF-634
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Hibuckhobby
Junior Member
Username: Hibuckhobby
Post Number: 20
Registered: 7-2005
| | Posted on Friday, August 01, 2008 - 11:03 am: |
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Hey Pat...
I have an earlier version of the S980 and have had
quite a bit of instability problems with ssb after it warms up. Seems rf is getting into the balanced modulator and it sounds awful. Magnum has a "fix" that they now include on the later models of a rf shield you solder on the back of the board. Have you run into that? Makes me wonder about the S9-175....more mosfets could be interesting in terms of shielding. |
Patzerozero
Senior Member
Username: Patzerozero
Post Number: 4352
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Saturday, August 02, 2008 - 12:28 am: |
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call sam lewis & see what he says. otherwise, get 'chris' in CA's #. he helped out with mosfet problems on both a magnum 257 & S9-80. the 257 trouble is different then the S9 problems due to the different chassis designs, cpu vs pll. different, but still problems that didn't exist with conventional transistor finals. as for the S9-175....i had another old ar3500 100 watter redone instead. my 35 watt ar3500 smoked both my original S9 & my 80 watter. time to stop bragging about things that aren't ready for release, having to redesign things rushed to release, and then having to deal with constant problems. |
Dutchman
Junior Member
Username: Dutchman
Post Number: 29
Registered: 1-2008
| | Posted on Wednesday, June 10, 2009 - 6:44 pm: |
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Right-o my s-9 with a TS1000 is a boomer, only one thing when I got it from coppers I had to have it repeaked and tuned,wasn't done right but now my workshop is load with a sirio tornado ground plain all from coppers.
CEF-971
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Bert
Intermediate Member
Username: Bert
Post Number: 106
Registered: 12-2005
| | Posted on Saturday, June 20, 2009 - 11:23 am: |
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I've had my S9 for about 3 years now. Never used it mobile, just base use with an Antron 99.
What a fantastic radio. Great receive and loud audio. Only use it on ssb for 10 metre use.
Some locals talk 10 metres each night; this radio is turned on at 6:00am and is left on until 11:00 pm most nights. Never an ounce of trouble or any issues....
When skip rolls in we get to talk with our southern neighbours all across the U.S.
Barefoot radio only, no amp. |
Wr477
New member
Username: Wr477
Post Number: 1
Registered: 12-2014
| | Posted on Tuesday, December 09, 2014 - 5:36 pm: |
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I just purchased an S9 and I am very pleased.
The only problem I have is the receive appears to be overloaded with strong local signals. On my other radios the local strong signals read S8 to S9+ but on the magnum S9, signals read +15 and +20 and so loud I have to turn down the volume but then I can't hear stations farther away. I also turn down the RF gain but far away begin to fall off. Is there a way to help this receive overload. |
Dale
Senior Member
Username: Dale
Post Number: 2141
Registered: 12-2002
| | Posted on Friday, December 12, 2014 - 8:41 pm: |
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those are great radios. i should have gotten 1 when they were advailable at coopers
dale/a.k.a.hotrod
cef426
cvc#64
454 [dx numbers]
38lsb
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