Re: [Elecraft] KAT1 fails calibration

2006-11-24 Thread Larry
Well, this is a testament to not working while your tired. I have leads 1 and 2 swapped on T1. This is why I like this forum so much. You made me go back and check something I had already checked three times. Now I get to remove and re-do T1! Thanks Don, 73 Larry kb5dxy Be certain the wire

RE: [Elecraft] KAT1 fails calibration

2006-11-24 Thread Don Wilhelm
Larry, The null will be sharp, so try to find it again tuning very slowly. I suspect your real problem is either with the winding and stripping of T1. Check that carefully even if it means removing it to check the lead stripping. Be certain the wire colors are correct - leads 2 and 4 should be di

[Elecraft] KAT1 fails calibration

2006-11-23 Thread Larry
I just finished building my KAT1. 1. The Initial Test is good. 2. The SWR Bridge Adjustment (C9) ranges in value from 1.215vdc to 1.3vdc. This doesn't seem like much range and the null is not sharp. 3. In the Power Calibration I am using the DL1 dummy load test point TP1 to measure RF voltage.