[Collins] 75S3-C Power switch problem.

[Jim Brannigan]

My shack has two dedicated lines 120VAC @ 20 AMPS and 220VAC @15 AMPS.
Each line has a DPDT wall switch. This was originally set up as a safety
shut-off and a convenient way for family members to shut down the station if
I am not around.

The 120VAC line feeds three duplex wall outlets.  Connected to the outlets
is a bank of 24 (sub) outlets mounted under the operating table.  The
sub-outlets have brute force RF filters on them.  There never seem to be
enough outlets, in convenient locations for a ham shack

(Before someone points this out, the sub-outlets are really extension cords
and allowed under local code.  As long as the total current draw is under 20
AMPS)
Except for the transmitters, most of the devices are low current devices,
keyers, rotors, pre-amps, PK-232, etc.....

The computers and peripherals are connected to another dedicated 120VAC 20
AMP line, that is NOT wall switched.

A third 15 AMP line feeds lighting and fulfills misc. local code
requirements.

Jim


> Interesting thought Jerry- never considered that approach!
> Trouble is- I have a problem I have to fix now, but it's certainly a
> possible way forward.  All my Collins stuff is presently fed from three
> outlets and I have been regularly using the equipment power switches.  I
> might build up a mains distribution arrangement with several indivdually
> switched outlets-one per bit of gear-with the switches mounted in a
cluster
> near the gear for convenience.
> Won't have to worry about the 32RS-1 though. It has genuine toggle
switches
> on the panel!
> 73
>  Dave, ZL3FJ
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Jerry Seligman" <w7bun at wa.net>
> To: "Dave Brown" <tractorb at ihug.co.nz>
> Sent: Saturday, July 10, 2004 11:21 AM
> Subject: Re: [Collins] 75S3-C Power switch problem.
>
>
> > Use an outlet strip to turn on ALL radio equipment.
> > NEVER use the on/off switches in the radios!
> > W7BUN