I'm trying to eliminate issues with my Rx array and I'm getting birdies that are not heard on the main antenna. If the problem is faulty coax/connectors due to bad work on my end or the help of tree rats that didn't run at the smell of coyote urine then I have my answer. If all is well on my work/cables then the next step is sending the electronics back to the company for exam & recalibration. All the connectors are Thomas & Betts Snap&seal 6QS type but this was my first attempt using them as well as the installation tool.
Gary KA1J > What is making you believe you have a faulty 75 ohm coax? > > I would hang a 50 ohm dummy load on it at the end of the cable that > goes to > the antenna and load it to the same power level you have the problem > with. > > Then move the dummy load to the next joint then the next joint and > so on > and do the same test. > > Verify and re-verify. shack and move connectors to see if it happens > again. > > Replace bad section. > > My guess, and I have guessed wrong many times is a bad connector > joint. > When this happens I replace the cabe and connectors and start all > over with > new. > > -- > Jim K9TF > _________________ > Topband Reflector > --- This email is free from viruses and malware because avast! Antivirus protection is active. http://www.avast.com _________________ Topband Reflector