Re: [Drakelist] TR-7 Power Supply Question

2009-02-16 Thread David Drake
Hi, I use an Astron RS35 with my tr7 and have none of the problems you spoke of. I get no dimming at all during key down or otherwise. The Tr7 does require more current than most all of the Japanese radios. It could be your Astron has a problem you would otherwise not be aware of except with

[Drakelist] Cinch Jones Connector for TR7

2008-08-28 Thread David Drake
Hello, does anyone have available a S-310-CCT cinch connector for a TR7? This is the one normally wired on the PS7 cable for rig control, the 10 pin connector. I've tried the sources outlined on Ron Baker's website and none in stock at either source. Also tried an internet search, and

[drakelist] Soft Start

2008-07-29 Thread David Drake
Hi all, I'm considering a Harbach Soft Start mod for my TT amp and then got to thinking about modding some of my other rig power supplies for soft start as well. Such as my AC4, TenTec 12v and RS35 supplies. Any thoughts or comments before I do the deed? I probably should have checked the

Re: [drakelist] DMM recommendation

2008-07-17 Thread David Drake
Dick, Here's the link to the probe fix. If you have a good probe with your heathkit, then use it. You can also make one if so inclined and are the industrious sort. Also, I think BK made a similar probe with the resistor installed and you could switch it in and out at or near the probe tip.

Re: [drakelist] Drake 4 series screws

2008-07-09 Thread David Drake
Thanks Mike, but Ron beat me to it ! No problem though, It would have been hard to find a home for 10,000. I'm sure Ron will have an inventory for some time to come!! And, I'd just a soon not be known as the screw guy ! Hi Hi. Later, David Wd9cmd - Original Message - From:

Re: [drakelist] WTB;Mic Cable

2008-06-04 Thread David Drake
I completely agree. Best stuff out there I know of. David - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: drakelist@zerobeat.net Sent: Wednesday, June 04, 2008 12:57 PM Subject: Re: [drakelist] WTB;Mic Cable I would use some Heil cable. Has more conductors than you need,

Re: [drakelist] Drake Forum at Hamvention

2008-05-08 Thread David Drake
Wonderfull Thanks. David - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, May 08, 2008 10:55 AM Subject: Re: [drakelist] Drake Forum at Hamvention David and fellow Drake enthusiasts, We have a plan to tape the forum and it will be

Re: [drakelist] mic question

2008-04-15 Thread David Drake
Peter, You might get by using a line matching transformer. You've got a high impedance mic, going into a low impedance input circuit. Line matching transformers are available at most places that sell microphones. Also, you might try using W2ENY? or something like that. Its advertized in QST

Re: [drakelist] Low-pass filter etc. setup.

2008-03-24 Thread David Drake
David Drake [EMAIL PROTECTED] made an utterance to the drakelist gang -- Gary, Thats exactly how mine is hooked up. It works just fine, certainly better than before. I had TV problems before I put the 3300 on the antenna line

[drakelist] TR7 Pushbuttons

2007-03-22 Thread David Drake
Hello, Does anyone out there have a stock of pushbuttons for a TR7?? I need just one OEM button, but would be interested in a whole set, if in exc. condition. Thanks, David Wd9cmd

[drakelist] Power Supply for TR-7(a)

2007-03-12 Thread David Drake
Hi all, I'm interested in hearing the pro's and con's regarding using a switching power supply with a TR-7(a). I remember this question coming up on the Sunday PM technical net some time ago, but forgot the details. As I recall, it is not recommended, but don't remember why. Thanks David Wd9cmd

[drakelist] Email address

2007-03-08 Thread David Drake
Hi all, I was trying to email Jeff Covelli and get it returned as access denied, service unavailable. Anybody know his correct address?? Thanks, David Drake Wd9cmd