Mike I had a Scout from 1995 to 2002. I like it. The CW problem was documented by TenTec in the early models. No one complained to me about CW drift. I used it for Field Day for several years, and ha
Another angle is to use a standard briefcase. It will hold the Scout, key, mike, and all the modules. The top lid holds the manual, logs, pens, a small tool kit, and lightweight headphones. Ron K3MIY
Kim and others I wonder if the new generator-inverter systems are subject to RFI problems? Ron K3MIY -- This mail sent through CSOnline Webmail http://webmail.csonline.net
Hi Back when I was a No Vice, the ARRL had a neat little pamphlet that showed everything from basic procedure to traffic handling. Wonder if they still publish it? Ron K3MIY -- This mail sent through
Mike I'm still learning the code :-), and I never use dupe sheets; I memorize the fists like they did in WWII. Lotsa fun! Ron K3MIY -- This mail sent through CSOnline Webmail http://webmail.csonline.
Hi Gary Re-read your post and chuckle at the typo. Ron K3MIY (owner of a couple TT rigs) -- This mail sent through CSOnline Webmail http://webmail.csonline.net
Bob There is QRP on 80. John, K3WWP, is a regular who looks for qrp stations. Ron K3MIY -- This mail sent through CSOnline Webmail http://webmail.csonline.net
Hi Kim The S meter WOULD move! It would go to S-7, assuming correct calibration. Fifty microvolts=S-9 is the calibration standard. Ron K3MIY -- This mail sent through CSOnline Webmail http://webmail.
Quoting kc9cdt@aol.com: Wonder if different mfgs have different standards? All of the manuals I read on calibration of RX gave 50uv as S-9 correct calibration. Ron K3MIY -- This mail sent through CSO
You're right, Ray. In the old days, the S meter was regarded as a tuning aid, and nothing else. Ron K3MIY Quoting Rsoifer@aol.com: -- This mail sent through CSOnline Webmail http://webmail.csonline.n
James and others I don't think the s meter is at the antenna input. It's usually in the IF circuit. TenTec worked a way to extract signal from the noise, and measure it. If you think about it, that's
Bob Best description of the system I've seen today. In the modern rig, is the S meter in the agc loop, and is the agc audio derived? Thanks Ron K3MIY -- This mail sent through CSOnline Webmail http:/
Jim is correct, as is Stuart. I, and others, know of properly terminating an audio input to avoid ground loops and potential RFI. Usually this is done by the input device(mike, amp etc). In a test si
Kim First, is the external tuner auto or manual? If it is manual, and you get a 1:1 match on an independent wattmeter, John and the beta testers have another problem to fix. Second, did you try a dif
Hi gang Echoing the Navy in 1919: "I'll never get out of my backyard" with those restrictions. Ron K3MIY Quoting Rsoifer@aol.com: -- This mail sent through CSOnline Webmail http://webmail.csonline.ne
Congratulations on the first try, Jim! I did the same thing on two hours sleep, and a 20 mile drive to the test site. Not bad for being half blind, half deaf and 40% crazy. Have fun. BTW I thought ev
A lot of folks selling gear at hamfests these days may not have a lot of technical knowledge, so you may (or may not) be getting a bargain. As always caveat emptor (buyer beware). Ron K3MIY -- This m