And the lower phase noise of the analog oscillator compared to a
synthesizer without adding the complexity of the Omni V and VI with the
synthesizer at VHF and divided down to 5 MHz.
Some rigs came with a shaft grounding spring from the factory.
There has been no inexpensive digital replacement that I know of.
73, Jerry, K0CQ
On 11/26/2010 11:23 AM, Don Rasmussen wrote:
I have learned all the tricks, the right PTO grease to use, safety pins to
ground the main tuning shaft, spacer count at the rear.
I am wondering if there was an inexpensive digital replacement for the older
Tentecs, using an optical encoder and no mechanical parts at all, if it would
be an in-demand item or do the classic Tentec guys enjoy the physical aspect of
the PTO?
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