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Digimax lite????

BammBamm

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I found this "device" online for a channel mod to add channels to a c.b. radio.:blink: It displays all channels with no skips and all a channels. has anyone ever heard of or used this product?:confused: Thinking of building a cobra 148 gtl as a Christmas gift for a friend and this would be a nice mod if it works. ANY info would be helpful.:unsure:
 

It is a PIC Micro used to control the PLL, more expensive then the USA Made The MOD about $100 shipped compared to the same capabilities from The Mod for about $65.

I've not used, or installed the Digi, but have used The Mod, which accomplishes the exact same thing for less money (plus its been around much longer), with live chat help available, and an active Yahoo Group dedicated to it. Money also stays in the USA.

You'll have to join the group to check it out but I think it is worth a look.....

the_mod : Cobra 2000GTL , 148GTL modifications

Not associated with the mod other then having put it in 6 of my radios...
 
I have built and used several Digimax Lite units , they make it possible to continuously though the channels , Scans , split channel operation , ones installed no extra hole for switches to ruin the look of a good looking radio , has a 3 digit display and will also cover the 5 "Missing" channels as well , and they have just released an upgraded firmware that enables 5kc steps as well , they work great and the radio looks stock ( when on std cb channels )
 
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The Digimax does what it says.

Biggest single PITA is when you break the channel digits apart from the encoder. They're made on a single circuit board, but the digits won't line up with the radio's window when the control is bolted down in many radios.

Breaking them apart now requires wiring them back to each other so the digits may be hot-glued behind the window.

Every one we have installed worked as advertised. Just be prepared for some heavy-duty wiring.

73
 
The Digimax does what it says.

Biggest single PITA is when you break the channel digits apart from the encoder. They're made on a single circuit board, but the digits won't line up with the radio's window when the control is bolted down in many radios.

Breaking them apart now requires wiring them back to each other so the digits may be hot-glued behind the window.

Every one we have installed worked as advertised. Just be prepared for some heavy-duty wiring.

73

I have so far used them in a Uniden Grant , a Cobra 139XLR a Cobra 138XLR-A and a courier Gladiator with good results ( Gladiator has no original front so will be creating one to suit my own tastes ) the display board is able to be split from the encoder boards ( did that for the 139XLR and the Grant ) and the 138XLR went in just perfect , it is a pain though but I like a challenge :D
 
i have one of these installed in one of my madisons, and i like it.

i do wish he would make it more modular, like providing options that can be used with tactile switches. a channel jump option would be nice.
it would also be great if you could set your own band edges.
i don't need mine to go all the way up to 28.755 but you are limited to the VCO scan function to set the band edges.

the encoders he uses are very cheap and won't last. also the shaft length is wrong for some radios like my madison.
i had to go with another encoder, and the way he sets his error band for this control is too tight so it can get a bit glitchy when turning the channels up too fast.

all in all though, i do like having it in the radio.
LC
 
i have one of these installed in one of my madisons, and i like it.

i do wish he would make it more modular, like providing options that can be used with tactile switches. a channel jump option would be nice.
it would also be great if you could set your own band edges.
i don't need mine to go all the way up to 28.755 but you are limited to the VCO scan function to set the band edges.

the encoders he uses are very cheap and won't last. also the shaft length is wrong for some radios like my madison.
i had to go with another encoder, and the way he sets his error band for this control is too tight so it can get a bit glitchy when turning the channels up too fast.

all in all though, i do like having it in the radio.
LC

He does have a website where you can buy direct and ask questions , look for "Circuit Domain"
 
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