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Tech808
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Username: Tech808
Post Number: 7108
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Wednesday, September 14, 2005 - 8:57 am: | 
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This Topic has been moved here from the Open Area of the Copper Forum.
Lon
Tech808
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Sinker
Junior Member
Username: Sinker
Post Number: 36
Registered: 8-2005
| | Posted on Tuesday, September 06, 2005 - 6:23 pm: |
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Opinions - Likes & Dislikes for a CB Base Station.
What can be done to help it reach out and touch someone??? |
Tech808
Moderator
Username: Tech808
Post Number: 6986
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, September 06, 2005 - 7:25 pm: |
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Sinker,
You will find the Tune Up Information for it listed in the Modification List under Tools on the left of the forum here.
Hope this helps,
Lon
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Sinker
Junior Member
Username: Sinker
Post Number: 37
Registered: 8-2005
| | Posted on Tuesday, September 06, 2005 - 7:57 pm: |
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Thanks Tech808, appreciate you always being quick to respond and willing to help out. - I looked at that but honestly it doesn't mean much to me (not that it's not good info just kinda foreign to me). About the only thing I got out of it was that I could gain some additional channels.
Was hoping to hear from folks who have experience with it. Would like to know if it is a solid unit or would I be better served to go with something else.
I certainly like the looks of the radio but that does squat as far a performance. Called Copper today - they had the wrong picture up so no Galaxy Saturn Turbo  |
Tech808
Moderator
Username: Tech808
Post Number: 6987
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, September 06, 2005 - 8:13 pm: |
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Sinker,
Just look to the left of the forum here under Utilities and Type TR-696F SSB in the Search Box and start reading.
We have posted Many time on our TR-696F SSB Base radio as well as many others.
VERY GOOD RADIO!
LOn
Tech808
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Mrsandman
Member
Username: Mrsandman
Post Number: 75
Registered: 1-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, September 06, 2005 - 8:16 pm: |
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nice radio talks very good am and ssb
when u get extra chanels if u want to..
make shure your power is balanced between all the xtra freqs dont clip the radio at all turn up the mod and or add dm-452 or mb6 ps looks great to... |
808xyl
Intermediate Member
Username: 808xyl
Post Number: 145
Registered: 6-2003
| | Posted on Tuesday, September 06, 2005 - 10:17 pm: |
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Posted on Thursday, September 23, 2004 - 6:59 pm:
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TEXAS RANGER TR 696F SSB
100% Satisfied with well over 5000 hours of use and NO PROBLEMS.
It is on at 4:30-5am every morning and gets shut off around Midnight every day.
Shirley
1st Sargant
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Wally38
Junior Member
Username: Wally38
Post Number: 21
Registered: 3-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, September 07, 2005 - 4:50 pm: |
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I'm having a receive problem with my TR696F. After a while of having it on people start to sound off frequency. Hard to understand. Then it will clear up on it's own after a few minutes only to do it again. I took it to a local tech and of course it wouldn't do it for him. He didn't know what it was but said he "cleaned and aligned my receive". It still does it. I love the radio, but it's really annoying when it acts up. Any ideas?
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Tech808
Moderator
Username: Tech808
Post Number: 7015
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Thursday, September 08, 2005 - 9:51 am: |
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Wally,
If it is still under the Factory Warranty I would Call & Return it to Ranger to have it completely checked out.
Ranger Radios
Ranger Communications
401 W. 35th Street #B
National City, Ca. 91950
1-800-446-5778
Hope this helps,
Lon
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Sinker
Junior Member
Username: Sinker
Post Number: 43
Registered: 8-2005
| | Posted on Thursday, September 08, 2005 - 11:13 am: |
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Thinking of adding a mic to this radio any suggestions - maybe the DM452SuperStar but do I need the 4 or 5 pin or better yet has the  Compression Desk Microphone come out yet? |
Tech808
Moderator
Username: Tech808
Post Number: 7018
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Thursday, September 08, 2005 - 11:31 am: |
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Sinker,
Sorry but No the Desk Mic is not available yet.
I would personally suggest the SuperStar DM-452 / 4 Pin Hand Mic.
JUst CLICK on the Link Below.
DM 452 SuperStar 4 Pin Power Mic
Lon
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Sinker
Junior Member
Username: Sinker
Post Number: 44
Registered: 8-2005
| | Posted on Thursday, September 08, 2005 - 12:41 pm: |
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Thanks for the help Lon.
I went ahead and purchased it along with the Texas Ranger 696F Base Unit (wanted a bigger and better radio but budget wouldn't allow, was offered a Saturn Turbo for $400.00 but he is the second owner,I do not know him nor is he in this state so - I figured better safe than sorry)along with the Top One Antenna and some other stuff like the Polyphaser and a Workman 3 meter SWR, Mod & PEP meter. I will have to seriously save for a nice base amp next as I know the wife won't be happy I spent so much on this already but she is a kind forgiving sole (usually).
If you guys don't hear from me after this stuff has arrived it is because my wife either killed me or put me in the dog house for awhile.
I WILL make a CEF contact one of these days....
Tim
CEF-634 |
Patzerozero
Senior Member
Username: Patzerozero
Post Number: 1416
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Thursday, September 08, 2005 - 8:38 pm: |
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sinker... ...my wife (thinks she) is the boss, too |
Cornbrown
New member
Username: Cornbrown
Post Number: 3
Registered: 7-2005
| | Posted on Friday, September 09, 2005 - 2:51 pm: |
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I recently purchased one from Copper.... Nice base radio.... I use a galaxy echo desk mike with it and I get very good audio reports..
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Sinker
Member
Username: Sinker
Post Number: 50
Registered: 8-2005
| | Posted on Saturday, September 10, 2005 - 9:38 am: |
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Cornbrown I too ordered mine from Copper and am having it tuned and peaked as well. Can you tell me what the output you are getting is. Would like to match mine up with a nice base amp but without being able to turn down the power I need to make sure the amp can handle whats going into it. |
Cornbrown
New member
Username: Cornbrown
Post Number: 5
Registered: 7-2005
| | Posted on Saturday, September 10, 2005 - 2:16 pm: |
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The only thing I had copper do to mine, was turn the dead key down on the radio to a 2watt dead key swinging to 15 watts. I use it to drive a XForce XT40012 base amp.It does not overdrive this amp with exessive swing.I Also set the variable on the XForce to dead key 250watts swinging to a little over 1K watts. I had to find a happy setting with my galaxy desk mike mod setting and the mic gain setting on the radio.My station now walks the dogs and plucks the Ducks. I am also going to pick up a KLV1000 hoping it will be cleaner than the XForce.   |
Sinker
Member
Username: Sinker
Post Number: 51
Registered: 8-2005
| | Posted on Saturday, September 10, 2005 - 4:56 pm: |
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very VERY NICE
Anyone know if I can modify this unit so it will have variable power via a front control knob? If so, is this something I can do or should I have an experienced tech do it? Would Copper? Think they may have already shipped it though.... |
Sinker
Member
Username: Sinker
Post Number: 52
Registered: 8-2005
| | Posted on Saturday, September 10, 2005 - 5:59 pm: |
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Guess if I did it that would also void the warranty as well huh? |
Troublemaker
Intermediate Member
Username: Troublemaker
Post Number: 179
Registered: 2-2004
| | Posted on Sunday, September 11, 2005 - 11:37 am: |
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Speaking of the compression desk mic,I can't wait!!SWEEEEEEEETTTT!!!!I WILL HAVE ONE!! |
Cornbrown
New member
Username: Cornbrown
Post Number: 5
Registered: 7-2005
| | Posted on Monday, September 12, 2005 - 8:35 am: |
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Did anyone here have to apply for a permit before putting up your antenna. I was told I had to apply for one after I put mine up.... Sheees what a bummer and a hassle!!! The neighbors complained to the county about mine being too big, too high and too close to their property line and now I have to relocate my antenna. This stinks. I guess I should have done my homework before I did all that work to errect my antenna!!!
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Sinker
Member
Username: Sinker
Post Number: 61
Registered: 8-2005
| | Posted on Monday, September 12, 2005 - 9:08 am: |
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I have heard of such things. I had a few complaints from my neighbors and am relocating my antenna in an effort to keep everyone happy.
My buddy lives in a home owners association that will not allow for antennas but you can have a flag pole in your front yard.
They make a flag pole antenna, he has purchased it. I am anxious to see how well it works.
I think I will review the codes here again although last time I tried I did not have any luck finding anything specific on it.
Wish you luck with your situation and sure hope it works out for you with no signal loss.
Tim
CEF-634 |
Tech808
Moderator
Username: Tech808
Post Number: 7050
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Monday, September 12, 2005 - 9:38 am: |
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Cornbrown,
Thank You! for Croping / Downsizing your Pictures to fit so people do not have to scroll across the page to read the Posts / Comments. 
Lon
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Cornbrown
New member
Username: Cornbrown
Post Number: 8
Registered: 7-2005
| | Posted on Monday, September 12, 2005 - 4:45 pm: |
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LoL Lon. I know what you mean! |
Cornbrown
Junior Member
Username: Cornbrown
Post Number: 10
Registered: 7-2005
| | Posted on Tuesday, September 13, 2005 - 8:08 am: |
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"Speaking of the compression desk mic,I can't wait!!SWEEEEEEEETTTT!!!!I WILL HAVE ONE!!"
Hey Troublemaker what ne compression desk mike are you talking about??? any pics, specs.? where can I get one |
Tech808
Moderator
Username: Tech808
Post Number: 7063
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, September 13, 2005 - 8:27 am: |
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Cornbrown,
Troublemaker is talking about the Compression Desk Microphone that Copper Electronics will be coming out with shortly.
Troublemaker and Other's who attended the CEF RADIO CLUB MID-WEST REGIONAL GATHERING in Bloomington, IL. this past weekend had a chance to see a Pre Production Model of a Compression Desk Microphone that Copper Electronics is having built to be released for the US Market.
It is a HIGH QUALITY, VERY IMPRESSIVE / VERY NICE LOOKING, PLENTY OF FEATURES, WELL MADE, COMPRESSION DESK MICROPHONE that will work with ALL Radios.
And from the Test Results so far on Ham and CB/Export Radios and everyone seeing it EVERYONE WANTS ONE!
I had one on Display at the CEF Gathering and from 4 or 5 feet away with a plastic bag over the head it was picking up our voices and the needle was swinging on the meter. It is SENSITIVE!
I will keep the Copper Forum Members Updated as more information becomes avialiable on when Copper Electronics will have the 1st Batch of them ready.
Lon
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Cornbrown
Junior Member
Username: Cornbrown
Post Number: 11
Registered: 7-2005
| | Posted on Tuesday, September 13, 2005 - 8:43 am: |
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Thanks Lon! sounds good... "I will keep my ears on" |
Sinker
Member
Username: Sinker
Post Number: 66
Registered: 8-2005
| | Posted on Tuesday, September 13, 2005 - 8:51 am: |
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Lon,
It better be a BIG batch.
What - no sneak preview picture for the rest of us.
I am putting off ordering a desk mic in hopes this one will be out soon, all that it's supposed to be and reasonably priced.
Ya know, with a few pictures, specifications etc. you could probably pre-sell a bunch of these. |
Moderator1516
Moderator
Username: Moderator1516
Post Number: 23
Registered: 8-2005
| | Posted on Tuesday, September 13, 2005 - 9:22 am: |
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lon that sounds real interesting
moderatoe1516
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Hotwire
Advanced Member
Username: Hotwire
Post Number: 555
Registered: 1-2005
| | Posted on Tuesday, September 13, 2005 - 9:50 am: |
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Who makes this compression desk microphone???I know its has to have a manufacture brand name on it.
Sounds like something special indeed. May wait before I order an Eagle. |
Tech808
Moderator
Username: Tech808
Post Number: 7064
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, September 13, 2005 - 10:05 am: |
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Sinker,
YES, it will be a BIG Batch as Copper Electronics, Inc. will be the Exclusive Distributor for the entire US.
Lon
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Tech808
Moderator
Username: Tech808
Post Number: 7065
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Tuesday, September 13, 2005 - 10:09 am: |
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Hotwire,
At this time I am unable to give out any further information on it.
I will be making a post and posting a Review on them to let everyone know when Copper Electronics has them in Stock and is ready to start taking orders from Copper Customers.
Lon
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Troublemaker
Intermediate Member
Username: Troublemaker
Post Number: 185
Registered: 2-2004
| | Posted on Tuesday, September 13, 2005 - 6:44 pm: |
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Its one sweet mic!! |
Road_warrior
Advanced Member
Username: Road_warrior
Post Number: 840
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Wednesday, September 14, 2005 - 1:00 pm: |
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I run a DM-452 on my RCI 2995 base and
on my 696f. I'm also interested in trying
one of the new compression mics as soon
as they are avalable.
JIM/CEF 375 |
Hotwire
Advanced Member
Username: Hotwire
Post Number: 556
Registered: 1-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, September 14, 2005 - 1:20 pm: |
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COOL!!! |
Gator44
New member
Username: Gator44
Post Number: 4
Registered: 1-2007
| | Posted on Friday, January 19, 2007 - 7:14 pm: |
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I'VE HAD MY 696F FOR OVER A YEAR NOW WITH NO PROBLEMS. HAD COPPER PEAK AND TUNE FOR ME. USING AN IMAX-2000 AT 55' TO THE BASE, RG-8U COAX, A DOSEY LIBRA METER AND THE STOCK MIC AND HAVE NOTHING BUT GOOD REPORTS ON IT. EXCEPT....THEY SAY IT DOES'NT HAVE MUCH SWING TO IT! MAYBE ONE DAY I'LL GET THAT FIXED. THE AUDIO IS EXTREMELY CLEAR WITH THE STOCK MIC FROM MY REPORTS. |
Cbblackbeard
Intermediate Member
Username: Cbblackbeard
Post Number: 194
Registered: 12-2003
| | Posted on Monday, January 22, 2007 - 9:55 pm: |
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I have had my 696F-SSB for about 2 years and I love it. Sometimes it drifts a little, but the CLARIFIER takes care of that. I use an RK56 mic on mine. I can't wait until the weather gets a little warmer here around Chicago so I can put my A99 back up.
I also have the Texas Ranger 296DX mobile radio and that is an excellent radio as well. I was just on the Southern Great Lakes Monday night NET and got very good reports. |
Gator44
Member
Username: Gator44
Post Number: 50
Registered: 1-2007
| | Posted on Friday, January 25, 2008 - 6:35 am: |
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well its been 2 years now with my 696f ssb and my first problem has occured...my right hand channel light dims intermittently..with a little tap, it comes back. maybe a loose wire back there or something. when it starts bothering me too bad, maybe i'll open her up and fix it. as far as my mic now...JCD 201m...wow what a difference!!! great mic!!! |
Airplane1
Senior Member
Username: Airplane1
Post Number: 1030
Registered: 5-2004
| | Posted on Tuesday, January 29, 2008 - 7:48 am: |
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Dirty contact I think. |
