[1000mp] finding FT1000MP MArk V Field Controlboard

[n4gi at tampabay.rr.com]

Hi Frans-

What kind of antenna are you using?  

73,
Blake N4GI

----- Original Message -----
From: PA5CA Frans <pa5ca at chello.nl>
Date: Thursday, August 17, 2006 2:02 pm
Subject: [1000mp] finding FT1000MP MArk V Field  Controlboard
To: 1000mp at mailman.qth.net

> Hi I'm new on the FT1000MP reflector.
> I have the following question...
> 
> I was in the unfortunate position a day ago, most likely blow the 
> max232 on my brand new transceiver. (FT1000MP Mark V Field)
> I had some RF feedback on the computer line... it worked FB until 
> the moment I switched to 40m and made a qso using 100W. certainly 
> the log showed a strange qrg and from that moment I'm not able to 
> use the CAT. On the radio the CAT indicator stopped flashing.... 
> I tried my laptop, same problem. So most likely the max232 has 
> been fried!!!!!!!!!!!
> Question, have someone ever replaced the max232 chip Q5006 located 
> on the control-board??? If yes how bad is it to get to the 
> control_board? Perhaps some one can tell me if there are 
> components position drawings available for the FT1000MP M_V F
> I have been working with CAT on my TS850sat using opto-couplers 
> never had a problem... this is the first time using a new rig 
> without the couplers, I thought such a nice piece of equipment has 
> the protection build in... but.... it does not... shame.
> So first thing to do after repairs... make a interface with opto 
> couplers....!!!!!
> So I kindly ask for some advise.... 
> 
> Best regards...  and looking forward to the replies
> 
> Frans... pa5ca
> 
> 
> 73
> 
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