Mark,

There are still a bunch of old Alliance and Channel Master rotors kicking 
around where you just turn the large knob till the index line points to the 
desired direction and the antenna turns there.  I have one of the Alliance 
units up in the attic  turning a 2m/440 log periodic.

not sure what Radio Shack may have now or how usable it is.

outside I currently have a Channel Master 9521 A which is current production 
and sells for around 70$.  May also still be sold in True Value hardware 
stores.

Comes with rotor, small control box, and remote control.  Both the control 
box and remote have cw and ccw buttons.   I use the remote to punch in a 3 
digit compass heading and the antenna goes there.    You can also program in 
2 digit numbers to  go to pre determined headings.  Uses cheap 3 wire 
control cable.   I've used it in the past to turn a 2 element mini quad 
beam, and currently a rotatable  trap dipole for 10-15-20 meters.

73, Steve KW3A
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From: "Mark" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Thursday, July 02, 2009 10:24 AM
Subject: Blind friendly low cost rotors


> Hi
>     Recently I installed my 10 element 2 meter beam. It occurred to me =
> that I should install a rotor but where can I find a Blind friendly low =
> cost rotor? My last rotor was a HAM CD 44. Not blind friendly or low =
> cost. Right now all I need is a simple TV rotor. Any ideas on where to =
> find one are appreciated.
>     Thank you.
>
> God bless,
> Mark
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