Out of range...Derangement Syndrome...

[Tortue]

Hey gang,
I'm about seven hours into trying to figure out why my G5 quit locking onto a/the control channel for the Washington State Patrol 700mhz system.
OUT OF RANGE
It's been going on for a month or so.
I've exhausted my research into RR info/notes/updates/forum entries.
I've reprogrammed the sites and Unit ID's from scratch two times.
I've fiddled with the settings and re-programmed the G5 dozens of times.
My eyes are now crossed and my brain has gone monosyllabic.
Any suggestions?

 

[KevinC]

Did it used to work and now it doesn't? Or has it never worked?

 

[Tortue]

Did it used to work and now it doesn't? Or has it never worked?

Used to work like a charm.
Apparently, (according to RR Washington), there was a system re-assignment in February. Nada since then.
I see where others are able to hear the system. I can hear it fine on my Uniden 436, and I didn't have to update or change any other settings.
??

 

[Tortue]

I'm not having issues with King County Transit or the JWIN system, other than the JWIN system is usually quiet in and around Seattle proper.

 

[KevinC]

Try setting the RFSS and site number to FF and see if that helps.

 

[Tortue]

Think I found my answer...

Just read this in the OCIO report of 3/12/20...

"While cutover to the Quincy SDC occurred, the project team, in coordination with the FBI and Motorola, are working together to resolve the critical areas that render the NICE and trunked radio systems non-functional. The trunking system is currently not reliable, available, or have the capacity necessary to conduct day-to-day trooper operations. The project is practicing strong vendor management to ensure compliance with the contract and ultimate acceptance and system upgrade sign off. Once technical issues are remediated and the radio upgrade is functional, the project will need to work closely with troopers in the field to ensure understanding and acceptance of the system. The project initiated a change request to re-baseline the schedule and budget. Once rebaselined the investment plan will be amended and submitted to the OCIO. Project scope is stable; however, the project schedule is extended and budget continency is exhausted. Overall the project is assessed red. (A Pearson)"

Read $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

 

[Tortue]

Thanks for the FF suggestion.
Tried that as well.
Hopefully the WSP will have a stable and robust system soon.

 

[IAmSixNine]

If your 436 is picking it up then you probably have an issue with control channel, RFSS number or site number.
Remember there are differences in Hex and Decimal.

 

[W8RMH]

Try programming all the frequencies, not just the control channels.