I'm trying to build a repeater out of two VHF MCS2000 radios using the Id-o-Matic IV. I know the MCS doesn't have a COS so I'm using the stereo mute instead. I tried to follow the setup I had for my UHF cdm's. I'm able to key the repeater key up but there is no audio coming through. Tonight I will be looking more in depth and will post some pictures. Just wondering if anyone had any ideas or suggestions
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After spending a little more time I have the repeater up and running. Originally I was using pin 13 (Mic In) on the MCS2000 to pin 11 on the IDOM4. I verified the RX radio was hearing me but the TX radio would only key up but no voice. I ended up having to use pin 23 (Ext Mic In) on the MCS2000 to have the TX radio working correctly.
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