Kim, FYI I posted to this list about my lack of success using the RX366
9MHz output to drive LP-PAN (w preamp). I believe the VE7TK mod that adds
a Clifton Labs buffer amp to generate the 9MHz output will probably yield
much more satisfactory results.
73/GL,
Barry N1EU
On Tue, May 13, 2014 at 1:36 AM, Kim Elmore <cw_de_n5op@sbcglobal.net>wrote:
> I've just finished the installation of my new (and, apparently last) RX366
> into my Orion II. Being the kind of ham that wants to have all the bells
> and whistles available, even if I don't have the ability to use them right
> now, I decided to go ahead and take advantage low-level the 9 MHz output
> from the RX366. I obtained a length of coax with TMP connectors on both
> ends and looked up the 9 MHz output mod by VE7TK. To my astonishment, I see
> that one of the unused TMP receptacles on the back of the unit (the one
> next to where cable 3 plugs in) goes to the RCA jack on the back labelled
> "SPARE." I double checked and, sure enough, there's a DC path to the
> "SPACE" RCA jack on the back. KEWL!
>
> So, apparently, all I need now is an LP PAN adapter unit with a preamp and
> I'll be cookin' with a real-time spectrum display.
>
> Kim N5OP
>
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