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Mikefromms
Advanced Member
Username: Mikefromms
Post Number: 501
Registered: 6-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 16, 2005 - 1:36 pm: | 
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Just wanted to let everyone know how happy I am with the Magnum 257 and Imax 2000. I tell you this is a serious combination. I'm talking to mobiles barefooted (both of us) 30 miles away on am and base stations 50+ miles the way the crow flyes even in the daytime. The ears are great on this setup and the reports are loud and crisp without overmodulation. I also use SuperStar DM-452 as was suggested by Lon. Wonderful microphone. My antenna is about 65 ft+ at the base with the gdp/kit. A big thank you to Copper and the Techs and everyone who shares their experiences to help guys like me get 10-8.
mikefromms |
Leewheat
New member
Username: Leewheat
Post Number: 1
Registered: 1-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 16, 2005 - 2:43 pm: |
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I am also running a Magnum 257(Superstar 4990+),
with a superscanner ant. I have talked dx mid-west
eastcoast,and recently to Brazil and Australia. This is a great radio(barefoot).
Ray(cef478) |
Bruce
Senior Member
Username: Bruce
Post Number: 2354
Registered: 9-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 16, 2005 - 2:53 pm: |
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mine on 29.600 is a great moble! |
Brewdirect
Member
Username: Brewdirect
Post Number: 65
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 16, 2005 - 5:12 pm: |
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Love my Magnum 257.. the Super Modulation / Swing modification for running amps works well on the older Magnum 257s
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Tech808
Moderator
Username: Tech808
Post Number: 5253
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 16, 2005 - 7:44 pm: |
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NOTE!
You can also find the tune up information and other information on the Magnum 257 Models Built BEFORE 10/2004 and the Newer Model built AFTER 10/2004 in the Modification List located on the left side of the Forum here under:
Tools
Mic. Wiring
Frequency Chart
CB & Ham Lingo
Modification List
Under Make scroll down until you see MAGNUM/RF LIMITED then Choose a Model 257
Hope this helps,
Lon
Tech808
CEF808
N9OSN
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Brewdirect
Member
Username: Brewdirect
Post Number: 66
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 16, 2005 - 8:08 pm: |
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Why edit out my link to the Magnum 257 modifications on my webpage?
MAGNUM 257 Modification
I was just trying to help out the guy with extra info.
I could understand editing out bad words or something, but why take out a link with helpful info?
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Tech808
Moderator
Username: Tech808
Post Number: 5254
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 16, 2005 - 8:21 pm: |
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Brewdirect,
If you look at the Bottom of the Link you tried to post you will see:
Copyright @ 1999 by Magnum International, All RIghts Reserved
This means Copper cannot post it without Magnum International's Written Permission.
This is also covered in the Copper Forum Rules;
Copyrighted Material
You will not post, distribute or reproduce in any way any copyrighted material, trademarks, or other proprietary information without obtaining the prior written consent of the owner of such proprietary rights. Exceptions to this standard are covered by the Federal law regarding fair use, 17 USCS 107, and related case law, which holds that only partial excerpts of copyrighted material may be reproduced, and only as necessary for criticism or comment.
Sorry, but if you checked out the link you must have overlooked it being Copyrighted Material.
Lon
Tech808
CEF808
N9OSN
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Brewdirect
Member
Username: Brewdirect
Post Number: 67
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 16, 2005 - 8:41 pm: |
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Okay..I didn't understand...
That schematic is property of Magnum. They sent it to my buddy upon request...I didn't realize that it was copyrighted.
My bad. I'll actually take it off anyway..because most people wouldn't know what to do with it anyway.
Sorry for the misunderstanding..I was just trying to give the guy some good info on a mod that isn't really posted anywhere else on the net. |
Brewdirect
Member
Username: Brewdirect
Post Number: 68
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 16, 2005 - 8:45 pm: |
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Okay...removed the copyrighted stuff..all good.
That mod is really easy and really can boost the audio of the Magnum 257 especially on AM since the AM audio is kinda quiet even with a good mic. |
Tech808
Moderator
Username: Tech808
Post Number: 5257
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Wednesday, March 16, 2005 - 11:45 pm: |
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Brewdirect,
Since you removed the Copyrighted Material, I have added your Helpful Informational link below for the Copper Forum Members.
MAGNUM 257 MODS PAGE
Lon
Tech808
CEF808
N9OSN
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Road_warrior
Intermediate Member
Username: Road_warrior
Post Number: 381
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Thursday, March 17, 2005 - 4:44 pm: |
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I looked at the Magnum 257, looks like a
nice radio./ After hearing all these
glowing reports i may pick one up./ My
mobile is starting to go down hill as it
is very old.
JIM/PA/CEF 375 |
Bc910
Intermediate Member
Username: Bc910
Post Number: 466
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Friday, March 18, 2005 - 1:54 am: |
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I got the S9 a while back for the over $300.00 price tag... Now I wonder... How come the 257 by all reports seems to be as good but half the price... Oh well I love the S9 LLLOOOOVVVVEEEE the S9, so I am just gonna have to get the 257 and see if I like it as much.
BC |
Tech808
Moderator
Username: Tech808
Post Number: 5269
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Friday, March 18, 2005 - 4:00 am: |
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Well let's see now,
I wonder what the difference is? 
P03-01087 Magnum S-9 AM/FM/SSB 10 Meter Radio
$ 319.99
FEATURES:
40+ Watt, AM/FM/SSB/PA 10 Meter Mobile Amateur Transceiver
Six Digit Frequency Counter SSB Five Digit AM/FM
Frequency Counter OFF Switch
Roger Beep
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-3'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
*****
P03-01000 MAGNUM 257 10 METER MOBILE RADIO
$ 169.99
Magnum 257 10 Meter Radio
Frequency Coverage 28.000 - 29.699 MHz
RF Power Output 30 Watts PEP
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) in
Night Illuminated Display
Frequency Scan
Automatic Call Frequency Control (FM 29.600 MHz)
*****
Guess you just wanted to pay extra for all the toys and bells and whistles! 
LOn
Tech808
CEF808
N9OSN
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Mikefromms
Advanced Member
Username: Mikefromms
Post Number: 503
Registered: 6-2003
| | Posted on Saturday, March 19, 2005 - 9:08 am: |
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To me, if the 259 had that big round meter like the s-9 it would be the most perfect radio in the world. It is outstanding as it is. As the Monkees said in a song: "I'm a Believer."
Mikefromms |
Mikefromms
Advanced Member
Username: Mikefromms
Post Number: 504
Registered: 6-2003
| | Posted on Saturday, March 19, 2005 - 9:16 am: |
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Speaking of mod, I did the tune up on my 257 and she'll deadkey 10 or 11 watts and modulate 100% or more on my meter. It's not "nasty" loud, but it is described as loud and crisp and crystal clears.
Have any of you overmodded your radio to the point that it gets reports of being distorted or overmodulated? These radios just seem to have the best quality of audio. It is clearer than my Lincoln.
mikefromms |
