Re: VHF radio mic problems

Tim Perry <timperry@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote in article <47ec6b0b$0$1
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>:

>Please list the make and model, the number of units and the frequencies
if
>possible.

Audio-Technica ATW-R11 receivers x 2, 174.4 and 174.8 MHz

>Assuming both transmitter and receiver are operating to spec you may
improve
>operation by adjusting the squelch threshold.

I've looked at the squelch trimmers and they're fully anti-clockwise,
presumably giving maximum sensitivity.

>Are you using alkaline or rechargeable batteries?  Often rechargeable
have a
>lower terminal voltage even when fully charged.

We always start off with fresh alkaline batteries, but it makes no
difference.  

>Depending on model, often VHF body packs use the mic cable as an antenna.
It
>should be extended as much as possible and not coiled up.

The body packs have separate aerial wires.  
>
>About how old is the instilation? Is it recient or years old?
>
Must be nearly ten years old. (circa 1999)

-- 
John Legon