[Boatanchors] [Milsurplus] Preview: TCS Receiver Resurrection Tips.

[Meir WF2U]

I'd like to read your info.

Thanks!

73, Meir WF2U
Landrum, SC

On January 21, 2016 5:55:25 AM EST, David Stinson <arc5 at ix.netcom.com> wrote:
>The TCS receiver gets a bad rap. Granted; it's best 
>used for that which it was intended: Modest range AM.
>It was designed to use a short, whip antenna. 
>A full-size dipole gathers a lot more signal so overload
>can be a problem. BFO "injection" is too low for
>very strong signals. And of course, it's very broad.
>
>It also sounds wonderful on AM, is very stable, 
>Has good dial calibration once aligned, is almost
>too sensitive, is easy to fix (if you know some tricks) 
>and is built like the proverbial battle ship.
>I like the receiver for casual SWLing and jawing
>with the local AM guys. And, when paired with
>the TCS transmitter, it looks "pre-historic," which
>is always a plus for me.
>
>Here are some refurb tips learned "the hard way."
>It takes some time, 
>but "your patience will be rewarded."
>
>(Note:  This will be a long post.
>I need to know someone is actually going to 
>read it before I take the time to write it. 
>Who wants the info?  Thanks.)
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