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Greetings all, I have a saber I secure model
Unfortunatly the all the tags have been removed. My first question is, is there a way to find out what the model number, besides reading it with the rss. My second question is for some reason the code plug got corupt, and had to regenerate a new plug with the software.The unit is a 6 watt radio, but the code plug I had to use said LOW in the power range. Would the radio still transmit on high power??
Any help would be helpful, I am still new to sabers. Thanks All
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If the radio is a 6watt radio then it may be VHF.

I think that if you have a hi power modual installed and programme it as a low power you will get full power.

you should really pull out the PA modual and read the part number post it here and some one will tell you what bandspit it is and what it power rating is.

Happy New year to All

John

If you are using the proper software, you can scroll down both the bandsplits and model numbers. By default, you can get a wide band VHF unit by selecting the low power verison, and it still xmit at full power. BUT, since it is a secure model 1 radio, you already know 99% of the model number. Since you stated its a 6 watt unit, that would make it VHF....your model number should be something like:
H43QXN7139AN -- Secure VHF high power 12 channel no scan, no display

Hello N2PDQ,

I too have been in that situation with a "Mystery" Saber!

Since the codeplug went corrupt it's hard to say what you have on your hands.

I would say it would be a good idea to open up the radio and take some notes on the various modules installed in it especially since the radio identifier labels are missing which is usually a red flag.

Remove your battery and get a spanner type bit to open up your Saber casing with the two screws on the bottom. A pair of needlenose pliers will do in a pinch.

When you get the Saber open take a look and notate your module numbers. Unfortunately most of these require removal to read the P/N's. Its also a good idea to be grounded well since this is the season for static buildup! If you don't have a static strap just touch something grounded first.

NLD module prefixes will indicate VHF and NLE will designate UHF. In particular, look at the Synthesizer module which is the largest of all the modules in the radio. You will have to remove the back shield to release the screws that retain this to remove it and get at the P/N.

These are the P/N's to look at

NLD8201 Synthesizer 136-150.8 Bandsplit
NLD8210 Synthesizer 146-178 Bandsplit

And if you are dealing with a UHF the following #'s indicate their bandsplit.

NLE9461 Synthesizer 403-433 Bandsplit
NLE9462 Synthesizer 438-470 Bandsplit
NLE9463 Synthesizer 470-500 Bandsplit
NLE9464 Synthesizer 488-520 Bandsplit

(The receiver module bandsplit also coincides with these by looking at its last number 1,2,3,or 4)

I left out the suffix as this may vary due to the date of production.

And the other module to look at is the one that is gold on top beside the Synthesizer(RF Amplifier Module). You will need to remove the two screws on the side and the one on the bottom through the circuit board to release this and gain access to the P/N.

NLE9471 PA 403-433 5Watt
NLE9472 PA 438-470 5Watt
NLE9473 PA 470-500 5Watt
NLE9474 PA 488-520 5Watt
NLD8133 PA 146-178 2.5 Watt
NLD8121 PA 136-150.8 6Watt
NLD8122 PA 146-174 6Watt
NLD8123 PA 146-174 6Watt
NLD8773 PA 146-174 6Watt

(Again I left off the A,B,C suffixes on these.)

Now just program in your proper radio codeplug now that you have confirmed the hardware that's inside your Saber!

***These P/N's along with others would make a nice permanent addition to the Saber Files area as this question does come up often.***

Eddie
N4UMJ
Matthews, NC

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