I have been coding some cool analog meters for SDRSharp, a SDR program.
The latest features my R4C, some on the list may have an interest.
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Sweet! Please do a TR-7 Meter! 73
Guys,
There is a virus going around - click this link (msnbc.msn.com-us) with your
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as I can tell your computer will not be infected by clicking on this but all
your friends and associates will get an
I'm afraid to advise on RTTY anymore since I learned I am the village idiot on
RTTY. Only ran in since 1968, so I'm still learning, but FSK is better, even
if I'm wrong again!!
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John,
Normal AM carrier can only be had with a true, plate modulated rig. The
Drakes don't have enough iron or a heavy enough modulator to do much more than
controlled carrier. I've seen mods, but. I sure wouldn't do it to
my Drakes.
73,
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How could anyone possibly tell the difference between FSK and the SSB/AFSK
equal?
Well, let's start with being off frequency all the time because the default on
MMTTY and other programs is that #$* crap they call ATC I think. Whenever
anyone answers me so far off I have to use RIT, that's
Oh, good grief. I'm outa here. You all have a nice year and CU some other
time.
Opinions are worth about what you pay for them.
Later,
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wouldn't run much
over 75W, and then with a LOT of fan moving hot air out!! I know, Garey,
you ran T4XB's full out for years, HI HI. 6JB6's were 2 buck apiece at the
TV shop too!
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that there are two different
can caps for the R-388 Collins, one being nearly 1 longer than the other.
A quick email to Tom that I must have gotten the wrong one, and I got the
right one from him right away. First rate in my book and I own NO stock in
Tom's company, hi.
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That would be my first guess, John. Have you rebuilt the AC4?? If not,
it's Heathkit Shop time, hi. I don't think I'd do the bias cap and leave
the other time bombs in there myself.
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requires an
awful lot of heat and I would be careful doing that.
Second question: I wouldn't think that was a good idea, but then I'm no
expert, so hope Evan is out there, hi.
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ALL views, not
just the ones you wanted to get, hi.
73, and enjoy those Drakes, or Frankendrakes, both,
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Al,
The HA-1 manual is on edebris.com for the downloading in pdf unless the
original article has more info. Shame to mess up your vintage handbook if
the schematic is all he needs.
73,
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on the antenna wires in a larger size and
was afraid the 63/37 would melt too easily.
73,and thanks as always,
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Bill,
I am a novice at the L4B, but many of the old T4XB's I got at hamfests in the
80's and repaired had been re-tuned for 11 meters instead of 10M. You might
check the input tuning and see if that occurred to yours!! Just a thought.
73,
Don
Good thought, Dino. I didn't think of that one!!! Happy New Year to you and
the wife as well. Good to see you in print.
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more often for my private purchases.
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-243 type crystals, or HC-6/U types with FT-243 sized
pins, then I DO understand and would be interested. I miss being able to buy
C-W crystals since they went out of business.
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, is all I was saying.
Keeping original or making a good working user should be up to the
individual, and either way accepted by the rest. I will admit to having
both, hi.
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haven't
changed over, but I may do just one in the future to see if I can tell any
difference. I sincerely doubt it, other than the looks. You'll probably
need to save the paper sleeves off a couple if you want to be truly
original looking.
73,
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if you are
a ham or not, and some about yourself so we have an idea of your level of
radio knowledge. That way we don't give dumb answers and can tailor
questions better to that level. I am an old, retired educator and always
did a better job knowing what my students knew.
73,
Don
his
special instructions for putting it in the AC3.
73,
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They all look black to me, Curt. But then, I confuse socks too, hi.
73,
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There, now you know more than you wanted to know, but Garey isn't going to blow
his own horn, nor is Tom, so I tooted away for the both of them!!!
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, if you
read the paper that comes with it (which I never had before). First click
is high, all the way back is low. Seems backwards to me but you can get
used to it. Solders PL connectors well too, but you need to be quick at the
process.
73,
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want and
he will respond even this late.
73,
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and play with a resistor value
that could speed it up more. I just haven't read of anyone who felt it
was to slow in the FAST setting.
73
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post something again after I've really tested this longer term. I will
try one on an AC4 also.
73,
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that's not a problem here, hi.
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place where
I can't lose it, HI.
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Thanks, Paul, I wanted to say it was that easy, but as I said, I haven't
been there so wasn't sure. It wasn't worth tearing the case off mine to
see, hi.
73,
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on that
switch, and thought I'd ask before I pull the panel down, OR I'll just turn
it off and on with the power strip and be happy, hi. I do have a parts rig
with perhaps a good switch in it.
73,
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prefer some of the ugliest units for rag chewing, hi.
Whatever you choose, just enjoy them, Steve. Operate often and use the one
that sounds the best.
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of insulating foam
around the rim, and let them run. Good 220v ones will run slowly on 110v, and
provide plenty of cooling.
73,
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Russ,
You have to do this one yourself. Info is given at the bottom of each email.
The unsubscribe must be done from the same email address that started the
process. It behooves us all to remember that when we change email addresses
(don't ask how I know this so well!!!).
73,
Don
Oops, you are sure right, Bud!! Man, am I wrong twice in the same evening
New high for me. (or low)?? I think the rules are the same though, just
follow the Drakelist link.
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and epoxy it
to the lever. Maybe someone else will have another suggestion, but that
will work.
73,
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Fred,
I should stress, use a LITTLE expxy on those lids or they are permanent, hi.
Someone years ago went the trouble of somehow filling those hollow pen caps
with a resin of some sorts and inserted shafts in the uncured resin and had
a nice fit when they cured up.
73,
Don, WB5HAK
to control the output
betterand modify for PTT before using it with the L4B. I have the information
to do that right after I change the electrolytics that look original, hi.
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No, the panel builder quit. I guess he either felt he had made what people
wanted or just had a day job and got tired of it. That burnout is what gets
most of them, unfortunately. If it's a nice R4B, put a hole plug in it
temporarily and keep an eye out for a unit that's parted out.
73,
Don
I too would be interested in the L4B's performance/use on AM. I may use the
DX-60 or T4XC as the driver, but same question, hi.
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I think you have asked this before, Neil. From August 6 this year, and
quoted from Garey's answer to you:
Quick answer: Yes and No.
Yes, the same crystals will work in both, but are (or should really be)
different.
The R-4 BAND oscillator is a tube, and the crystals are probably (or
Jim,
That is indeed sad news. Tom was one of those special guys that knew just
how to help a guy who asked. He will indeed be missed.
73, Tom,
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want a
fortune either.
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in the 6 meg range. If I
run across mine in a drawer, I'll let you know what they did.
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to using the FIXED lamp on
the TR7.
http://www.radiolabworks.com/labworks/tr7_xlock/tr7xlock.htm
BTW, has anyone installed the X-Lock in any of the 4-Line equipment?
73
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account. You MUST have your password (sent to you once a month, first of the
month) to do all this. Good luck!!
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Think about it Neil, that subs in the Drake crystal formula for all 500 kc
ranges of frequencies from 0.0 to 29.1 megs. What more do you need??
73,
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Shh, Jim, don't tell the Feds or they will outlaw it :-)
73,
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Hi Michael,
Check out Willi DF4NW http://www.df4nw.de/ replacement displays. He
has a picture of my multicolor display that he made for me. Very
reasonable and excellently made.
73
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a
schematic, you need one, Neil.
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) that belonged to Jack
Guest, designer/owner of the Hornet antennas of our youth. I knew him here
in his hometown, Duncan, OK and wanted one of his rigs.
73 all,
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Tec advertises as
still being in the ham business.
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continue
with this present service manager.
73,
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, AND some Heathkits, some Swans oops, maybe I'm going too
far there, :^))
73,
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on this reflector that is
readily shared, but help us some with specifics.
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the bandswitch several
times to clean the grime off the contacts. They play a big role in the
workings of the set. A drop in each tube socket hole is a good idea as well.
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www.sherweng.com and the link for R4C kits is on the home page.
73,
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Bud,
It must be your mail program or something. I'm not getting duplicates.
73,
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, no problems here
with SEVERAL kits and a good price to boot!
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The worth of an AC-4 power supply is in the eye of the buyer. The serial
number of an AC4 is irrelevant anymore. There is NO good, working AC4 at
this stage unless it is rebuilt with one of Mike's boards (or possibly with
Hayseed Hamfest's new caps). All we are really buying at this stage is
Terry,
Have you rebuilt the AC4?? Sounds like the infamous bias cap failure to me.
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the adjustment first.
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this solder from the chassis and
twist tab - a specific tool or method, the rest of the job should be managable
at first glance.
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Don,
I couldn't get my 100/140 gun to do much more than move the solder around a bit
on the chassis. I had the same trouble on my outside antenna wires, so I
treated myself to a new 200/260 Weller, and it WILL do the job, hi. Others
recommend the huge irons, but I went the bigger gun route
I'll try my Weller WTCPN station on more after that remark, Dino!! However, I
did try it on those can tabs in desperation, and even with an 800 degree tip,
NADA, hi. Just too much good, copper heat sink.
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do have a good
ground strap connected between the two units. Any ideas?
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satisfied customer.
Google March Magnetic Paddles and see some of his handywork!!
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I have been keeping a mint original stock C Line stored away in reserve for
some years now, can anyone say what it would fetch these days?
[Drakelist] WTB: Clean - Mint C-Line
Rich Hallman - N7TR
Fri, 18 Mar 2011 22:58:13 -0700
Looking for a clean / mint C-Line
r...@n7tr.com
Rich N7TR
ex
wondering what else to
test before tossing another fuse in line.
The wiring attached to the NOTCH pot also seems to be disintegrating all by
itself - interesting.
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a handful of
crystals, and 99% were only good on 15m. Still my favorite band to this day
though, and starting to open some.
73,
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, no more factual than any
else, hi.
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on making them,
and this mint one would be great as a pattern.
73,
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unplug it. Don't ask HOW I know that, HI.
Hope that helps,
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Poor proofreading. Fourth line down, hold should read hole. Darned 63 year
old fingers, hi.
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Hi group,
My crysral element went bad in my old D-104. What would you recommend to
replace it and have good transmit audio with my TR-4C.
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.
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Date: Mon, 28 Feb 2011 21:48:01 -0800
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and get honest with ourselves. If you want pristine
collector grade appearance hire a professional and ante up.
Don Jones KO7i
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Thanks again Mike, Tom, Jeff and others for making quality upgrades available
for our old gear.
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Jude,
I too endorse highly the AC4R kit from Heathkit Shop, but would caution you as
he will in the literature with the kit to be SURE that you are comfortable with
working with the high voltage found in the kit. If so, it's the best!!!
73,
Don, WB5HAK
(OMNI 6). No comparison.
Don Jones KO7i
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Date: Sun, 20 Feb 2011 22:22:50 -0500 (EST)
From: kc9...@aol.com
To: k4...@mindspring.com, Drakelist@zerobeat.net
Subject: Re: [Drakelist] Roofing filter
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That video is now on DVD, so much handier, and is done by Hi-Res. Also
available from Electric Radio's store and is the same price. They do a LOT
of Collins and receiver videos.
73,
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My set of Drake Twins were a R-4A a T-4X, worked my first 230 countries
using them between 1977 1981. That was when and where I was first exposed
to the beauty of passband tuning in fighting qrm.
Don Jones
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Date: Sun, 6 Feb 2011 11:17:55 -0500
From: Lee Hiers lee.hi
, but
nothing Drake related.
73,
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for a 4PDT
12V relay, a 3 pos double pole rotary wafer switch, a bud box and 6 RCA jack
and 3 1/8 headphone jacks is on the agenda next so I have TR switching for
the R-4C, then it is good to go for the TJ8 DX-pedition coming up next.
God I Love that Sherwood R-4C.
Don Jones KO7i
Arlington, WA
, if you know what I mean.
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Thanks guys for the suggestions, duly noted ham fest season is just around
the corner.
My receiver does have the Sherwood audio amp mode in it and it is really
surprising how clean the audio is.
To be honest I might try the Timewave on my OMNI 6.
Don Jones KO7i
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Date: Sat, 05 Feb
Range of a TR-4C is 68dB which is
10dB better than the stock R-4C. Plus the 180W output of the TR-4C will
drive a GG 4-1000A amplifier with 3500Vdc B+ to 2,300W-rms out on 75M SSB.
73 es Gud DX,
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pay high dollar for a 4NB
noise blanker and it does little or nothing. Experiencing what I have with
my R-4C and 4NB, I would never throw away money on buying one for my TR-4C.
Be careful what you wish for.
Don Jones KO7i
ps - my heavily modified R-4C has been outperforming my Ten Tec OMNI VI
successful,
at best, even when I revert to the standard filters.
Don Jones KO7i
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Date: Tue, 01 Feb 2011 16:26:07 -0500
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Hi All,
My TR-3 does not indicate sufficient S Meter reading. I have been through the
allignment procedure and changed out V 11 with no improvement. The S meter
seems to read 10 to 15 db below what it should. Any Ideas?
Thanks,
Don K4ENE
with those tubes and will
require a COMPLETE alignment after re-tubing. I just think it is easier to use
your new tubes as test replacements to see if they fix a particular problem.
My .02 worth, probably not worth that much.
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Yeah, change the headers when you send them to Garey and maybe the spam
filters won't catch them, HI HI.
73,
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I got a WHOLE string of them. I guess Drakelist has gotten hit. Has to happen
occasionally, I guess.
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OK this is a new one for me guys, I can personally attest to its
effectiveness in cleaning firearms - but radios? This is a new for me. The
stuff can be purchased at multiple high end gun shops you won't find it at
Walmart.
73,
Don Jones
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pricey,
but GOOD).
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Hope it worked this time!! Getting old and forgetful stinks!
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