On Sat, 12 Feb 2005 19:36:40 GMT, "Eric Patterson"
wrote:

Hi all. I will send you an update on the issues I have had accessing
repeaters. Last Wednesday, I took my HT with me to the local amateur radio
club. When the meeting was over, I had another radio operator check out my
HT. Here's what we found:
1. The radio is transmitting ok. I was standing in the parking lot while
he was in his vehicle. I was able to use my HT to call him.
2. The repeater shift is ok. I made sure it was set to .6 MHZ for 2
meters. I don't think the problem has anything to do with tones because the
problem occurs when trying to access open repeaters. Does anyone else have
any recommendations? Thanks again.

Try getting a better antenna than the stock rubber duck.

A 1/4 wave is necessary around here for reliable operation during PS
events.

If you know the physical location of the repeater, try from very
close.

Also, on repeaters with tone, make sure you have set your rig
correctly. BTW, open repeater usually means that it is available for
all, and it still may have a tone.

Happy trails,
Gary (net.yogi.bear)
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