REVIEW: AN/PRC-148 MBITR, working replica by United-Star

kythes · January 27th, 2011, 01:26

I have try'd your two different programming softwares. I still get an error message when reading radio or writing to radio. the PC comes up then error right after that. I am using a usb to serial from staples, installed the drivers for it. its on comport 3 and that is what i have it set to on the program software. I did order a kenwood two pin to usb but when i got it the cd was broken. the company is sending a new disk so when i get that in will see if that works. I do have some doubts about the usb cable working with the software. So if you or any one has any ideas let me know

Again, Thank you

Ernesto · January 27th, 2011, 11:21

Also have this radio
excellent quality and good functionality, and most importantly entourage....
(before that was a lot of radio, including amateur and expensive models)
We were pleased with the ability to change bands with help of computer (VHF or UHF).
Now the true test will come forward when the army connector to connect my original Bowman.

if anyone has a diagram of desoldering connector U-283
would be very grateful ......

Conker · January 27th, 2011, 12:22

I don't have a diagram, but if that can be helpful, see this post: http://www.airsoftcanada.com/showpos...47&postcount=2

Each contact is identified by a letter, so it should be relatively easy to work with.

Yannos · January 27th, 2011, 12:30

Conker, Isn't it the E and F pin that are not connected?

@chegevarko: You will have impedance issue with your RS Bowman if you do not change the Mic, read all the previous page and you'll notice I said this about 100 times. I tested it with my RS Comtac II.

Conker · January 27th, 2011, 12:36

Mine is desoldered right now as I'll be modding it a bit, so... can't check. Feel free to check yourself, but considering the functionnality of each connection, having the E pin not connected wouldn't make sense, so I'm 99% sure what I wrote is correct.

As for the Bowman, it depends on the PTT... if he's using a PTT like the TEA Universal (to name one, but there are other options), he shouldn't have any issues as these have the integrated impedence matching functionnality.

Yannos · January 27th, 2011, 13:47

Quote:

Originally Posted by Conker

Mine is desoldered right now as I'll be modding it a bit, so... can't check. Feel free to check yourself, but considering the functionnality of each connection, having the E pin not connected wouldn't make sense, so I'm 99% sure what I wrote is correct.

As for the Bowman, it depends on the PTT... if he's using a PTT like the TEA Universal (to name one, but there are other options), he shouldn't have any issues as these have the integrated impedence matching functionnality.

What is the chance he has the same PTT as us? those PTT sells for 1000$ on ebay lol. Unless he was a TCI like Brakoo.

Remember when we where looking together. We laughed because the pinout was making EF.. Our team.

Ernesto · January 27th, 2011, 14:54

Quote:

Originally Posted by Yannos

Conker, Isn't it the E and F pin that are not connected?

@chegevarko: You will have impedance issue with your RS Bowman if you do not change the Mic, read all the previous page and you'll notice I said this about 100 times. I tested it with my RS Comtac II.

i have issue Bowman headset and not have trouble with mic.
all work fine
in Bowman condesator type mic, in Comtac dynamic

question?
when connecting the original headset to radio via U-plug built-in speaker is turned off?
Thanks

Yannos · January 27th, 2011, 15:08

Haven't heard any problems with the U connector, but some people have problems if they connect the Kenwood type plug.

Conker · January 27th, 2011, 15:14

I'm using the Kenwood plug without any problem.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ernesto

I have issued Bowman headset and not have trouble with mic.
All work fine in Bowman condesator type mic, in Comtac dynamic

Oh you're right! I hadn't thought about it. Good news then

Ernesto · January 27th, 2011, 15:49

Quote:

Originally Posted by Yannos

Haven't heard any problems with the U connector, but some people have problems if they connect the Kenwood type plug.

when you connect Contac in U-plug built-in radio speaker is off ?
work Contac speaker only?

Yannos · January 27th, 2011, 16:04

Yes, The external speaker turns off!

Ernesto · January 27th, 2011, 16:53

Quote:

Originally Posted by Yannos

Yes, The external speaker turns off!

Good news

alex3_57 · January 30th, 2011, 17:33

What are the differences betwee the first and the second batch of the radio?

Yannos · January 30th, 2011, 20:42

The Main difference is that the First batch had the U plug not wired correctly, now it is.

Dans la premiere batch la Plug de type U étais pas soudé correctement.. Mais dans la V2 elle est correct.

Goonz · January 31st, 2011, 08:10

First of, excellent review! I've read this whole thread a couple of times, very informative.

I'm just double checking here, but EbairAirsoft (Ebaybanned) has the second version? I've mailed them, but got a reply that they don't know themself.

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January 27th, 2011, 11:21	#107
Ernesto Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Ukraine	Also have this radio excellent quality and good functionality, and most importantly entourage.... (before that was a lot of radio, including amateur and expensive models) We were pleased with the ability to change bands with help of computer (VHF or UHF). Now the true test will come forward when the army connector to connect my original Bowman. if anyone has a diagram of desoldering connector U-283 would be very grateful ...... Last edited by Ernesto; January 27th, 2011 at 11:23..

January 27th, 2011, 12:22	#108
Conker Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Canada / Ireland / USA	I don't have a diagram, but if that can be helpful, see this post: http://www.airsoftcanada.com/showpos...47&postcount=2 Each contact is identified by a letter, so it should be relatively easy to work with. __________________ WTS: King Arms/Madbull Mk18 Mod1 - VFC Mk17 SCAR-H midcap mags, FDE - VFC Mk17 SCAR-H + PWS rail, FDE WTB/WTT: CSOR gear, BFG, Tyr, Crye, etc Last edited by Conker; January 27th, 2011 at 12:34..

January 27th, 2011, 12:30	#109
Yannos likes touching tralalas Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Je me souviens	Conker, Isn't it the E and F pin that are not connected? @chegevarko: You will have impedance issue with your RS Bowman if you do not change the Mic, read all the previous page and you'll notice I said this about 100 times. I tested it with my RS Comtac II. __________________ EF-02 SEMPER FI

January 27th, 2011, 01:26	#106
kythes Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Hollister CA, USA	I have try'd your two different programming softwares. I still get an error message when reading radio or writing to radio. the PC comes up then error right after that. I am using a usb to serial from staples, installed the drivers for it. its on comport 3 and that is what i have it set to on the program software. I did order a kenwood two pin to usb but when i got it the cd was broken. the company is sending a new disk so when i get that in will see if that works. I do have some doubts about the usb cable working with the software. So if you or any one has any ideas let me know Again, Thank you

January 27th, 2011, 12:36	#110
Conker Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Canada / Ireland / USA	Mine is desoldered right now as I'll be modding it a bit, so... can't check. Feel free to check yourself, but considering the functionnality of each connection, having the E pin not connected wouldn't make sense, so I'm 99% sure what I wrote is correct. As for the Bowman, it depends on the PTT... if he's using a PTT like the TEA Universal (to name one, but there are other options), he shouldn't have any issues as these have the integrated impedence matching functionnality. __________________ WTS: King Arms/Madbull Mk18 Mod1 - VFC Mk17 SCAR-H midcap mags, FDE - VFC Mk17 SCAR-H + PWS rail, FDE WTB/WTT: CSOR gear, BFG, Tyr, Crye, etc

January 27th, 2011, 15:08	#113
Yannos likes touching tralalas Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Je me souviens	Haven't heard any problems with the U connector, but some people have problems if they connect the Kenwood type plug. __________________ EF-02 SEMPER FI

January 27th, 2011, 16:04	#116
Yannos likes touching tralalas Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Je me souviens	Yes, The external speaker turns off! __________________ EF-02 SEMPER FI

January 30th, 2011, 17:33	#118
alex3_57 Trader rating Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: France	What are the differences betwee the first and the second batch of the radio?

January 30th, 2011, 20:42	#119
Yannos likes touching tralalas Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Je me souviens	The Main difference is that the First batch had the U plug not wired correctly, now it is. Dans la premiere batch la Plug de type U étais pas soudé correctement.. Mais dans la V2 elle est correct. __________________ EF-02 SEMPER FI

January 31st, 2011, 08:10	#120
Goonz Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Belgium	First of, excellent review! I've read this whole thread a couple of times, very informative. I'm just double checking here, but EbairAirsoft (Ebaybanned) has the second version? I've mailed them, but got a reply that they don't know themself.

REVIEW: AN/PRC-148 MBITR, working replica by United-Star

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