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Stan-the-Man Pro Radio Service (a.k.a. "STM Radio") provides service and sales for business and public safety radio users in Marion, Winston, and part of Franklin counties in Alabama. I began as a bench tech for a Motorola shop in 1984 and have repaired 1960's models Motracs (hybrid tube/transistor technology) and HT220's, and saw the introduction of diode-matrix programmables in the early 80's, progressing to the current software-programmed models. The newest radios are nearly unrepairable electronically, but they still need repair for case damage, knobs, controls, jacks, speakers, batteries, and antennas. Since I am trained to analyse at the component level, and have considerable experience working on radios too old for factory support, I can often repair problems that other shops send off to the factory, or junk out; as a result, I can often get a unit back in service the same day, and for less cost. I have also worked on Wilson-Regency-Relm, GE, Vertex, Midland (pre-1994), Maxon, and even RCA (although I do not have complete manuals on all of those anymore.) I also work on public address amplifiers, if I can obtain a manual or work by tracing the circuit (usually possible if no computer chip is involved.) Kenwood I sell, but I haven't had to fix very many of them. They are that good.

My favorite radio to repair is the very popular Motorola SP50, an excellent-performing radio but with some significant physical weaknesses: the accessory jack, volume control, and antenna base constantly loosen and require reattachment or replacement. For most of my SP50 customers who use a hand mike, I install a custom retainer that retards jack damage. (Motorola does not provide a retainer for this model; I build my own.) This radio is being abandoned by Motorola. New jacks are no longer available, and I have just a few used jacks on hand. Some other parts are also obsoleted. Take good care of what you have.

The newer CP200/CP150 also has a weak jack. The early models have to be scrapped if a PC board land pulls loose; a new jack cannot then be installed nor can it even be bypassed for non-jack operation, because the lost connection is INSIDE the PC board. Later models were given much more robust PC pads, so with care the jack can be reattached or replaced. Not a job for the clumsy, however.

I cannot sell new Kenwood outside my area, but I have a few used and New Old Stock (NOS) that I can offer on line. Click for details. Negotiate prices and terms by emailing stan@stmradio.com.

Used radios: 1 watt VHF Motorola SP10's. Wide bandwidth (25k: deviation set at ±4.5kHz) only. I am now selling these as body-only (no battery or antenna, both of which you can obtain quite inexpensively online) for $20 each, $200 for all, plus shipping (USA addresses only). This includes 12 in great shape and 2 more in useable condition. Chargers ARE included. The gray radios use walwart chargers that plug into the single jack, as seen on the gray unit. The black units can use the walwart in the jack, or be put into a desktop pocket charger. There are four desktop chargers in this collection. I may include up to 4 used batteries to get you started, no warranty, along with an odd antenna or two. You can get new batteries for $12 to $21 depending on the brand, antennas for $4 (Hong Kong) to $14 (local shop).

There are seven of the gray ones (see the picture) and five of the black ones. The black ones are older refurbished units, while the gray are essentially new (one has a red mark on the front, the rest are pristine, and all are clean inside). The main difference is the accessory jack. The gray case covers over the earpiece socket, showing only the charge/mike jack. The ear socket is in there (the radios are the same inside). You can extend the hole on the gray case so that a mike or headset will fit. It is not obvious how to get the radio out so you can do it, email me for instructions if interested.

Some of the black units are in fact gray units I refurbished (at considerably more than $20 per unit) and recased in black, and have a 4-frequency pick list. All the gray units use this list, while a few of the black ones have a 16-frequency list. The 4 frequencies are 151.625, 154.570, 154.600, and 151.955. Simple instructions included. You would choose one that no one nearby is already using. In a crowded city, especially an industrial area, there is a risk that all are somewhat busy. 154.570 and 154.600 do not require a license, but all channels are mandated to go narrowband at the end if 2012. These can have their Tx modulation cut back to comply (a simple internal adjustment) but the receiver will still be wide and will eventually pick up adjacent channel interference, when those frequencies begin to be used. But if you use these out in the deep woods, this should never be a problem.

New radios: I have two TK2140's, new and clean. The batteries, although new, are past their warranty date. I am making these available for 40% off list. Fast chargers included. This is clearance only, no more available. Inquire for details. I can program to your needs. If you desire public-safety or public-utility transmit frequencies, please provide proof of eligibility (such as a VFD charter, copy of license, or other instrument of authorization under which you operate).

Shipping: add actual cost. Cheapest way is flat rate USPS box (US states only). Inquire after ordering, before paying. Will range from $8 to $25 depending on the carrier, weight and distance.

Payment is best done via PayPal (I will send you an invoice via PayPal). Warranty: Return problem unit for evaluation (you pay shipping); I will repair at no charge (or refund if repair is impractical) within 60 days of sale (counted from ship date to you). Damage caused by dropping, crushing, water intrusion, fire, and so on, is not covered.

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Most of these pictures link to descriptive page or pdf.

Click on a radio to read more about it. The TK2300/TK3300 are 2 watt, 4 or 16 channels. The TK2300V4P or -V16P, TK3300U4P or -U16P models differ only in having a fixed internal pick list of frequencies, 27 choices in VHF and 89 in UHF. These are programmed using the side buttons. The -4P has a 4-channel knob, the -16P has 16. They are essentially the same price as the non-P model, but free you from software or shop reprogramming. (This does not mean the frequencies do not require a license. Only a few on the list are license-free.)
Click here to see VHF "P" version frequency list
Click here to see UHF "P" version frequency list
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Contact stan@stmradio.com for pricing, setup, delivery, and install.
Or phone: Shop 205-486-3119, Cell 205-269-6195. (Shop rolls forward to cell on 5th ring)
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For even more detail on current radios, visit the Kenwood Site.

About us: Stan-the-Man Pro Radio Service was established July 2005 by Stan Jones of Haleyville Alabama, after 21 years of service at a Motorola dealership, which closed when the owner retired.

Rates: 7 AM to 7 PM, $48 per hour at bench or on site only; travel time not charged
Late (7 PM to 10 PM) and Early (6 AM - 7 AM), up to $72 per hour (at my discretion)
Night (10 PM to 6 AM), $96 per hour (available for emergencies only)
Plus: mileage of 50¢ per mile (shared if others are on same route)
—subject to change at any time; discounts often given—