[1000mp] MkV blown front end??

lhlousek [email protected]
Sun, 31 Aug 2003 15:31:11 -0700


Sounds like the RX front end of my 2 year old MkV is gone as of this =
morning.  I had it powered off and connected to the antenna during a =
very light drizzle and I think precipitation static got it. Full reset, =
switching antenna inputs, and turning the ATU on and off has no effect.  =
Transmits fine.  If I key another rig in the shack the MkV can pick it =
up but only at a much reduced level.

I have a well Polyphaser inline (outside with a direct short and fat =
line to ground) and static discharge protected antenna switches.

I have seen a number of suggestions as to what blows and how to fix it.  =
Can someone point me in the right direction?

Lou W7HV

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