In order to improve, we must set goals for improvement and expansion.

Our goals include the following:

 

1) Keep all audio paths properly adjusted.
This assures that the audio is the highest quality attainable over the entire system.
At a minimum, we REQUIRE proper receiver de-emphasis and transmitter pre-emphasis
to ensure a flat audio response from 350 to 3000 hz.
No overdriven, tinny, or mega-bass audio allowed.
Also, input and output audio levels must be set properly.  Repeater audio should track
evenly; 3 kHz in=3 kHz out, and limited at 4.3 kHz (plus .6 kHz PL dev.)

Use of a communications service monitor for tuning and adjustment of repeaters is mandatory!

All it takes is one repeater poorly set up and it makes the entire system sound bad!

If you do not have access to a service monitor please contact us at the link below for assistance.

 

2) Incorporate PL encode/decoder boards on all Repeaters
To alleviate the problem of having multiple repeater tails, courtesy tones, and IDs show up on the system.
Although not absolutely necessary on a linked 2 meter repeater, we require the use of PL link

signaling on all 440 Mhz repeaters on the system.
This also benefits the end user by allowing use of PL decode on a dual-band
radio to allow instantaneous Transmit-to-Receive turn-around time when cross-band
repeating to a portable radio.  Please advise one of the repeater owners if you plan to cross-band
for more than one hour.  Also, use of PL decode on your radio is recommended while cross-band repeating.

HINT:  Programming your radio with PL decode will allow you to monitor or scan the K-Link system without

being bothered by (most) repeater announcements and IDs.  The hourly clock announcement will still be heard.

 

3) Expand Coverage Area
We can always use additional coverage area.
We are currently looking to expand or improve service in the following areas:

Great Bend - Newton - Marion - Wichita - Junction City - Manhattan

E-Mail me if you are interested in helping us expand.