[Elecraft] RE: Max distance KAT100 - K2?

[Peter Halpin]

Hi Wayne and other interested parties,


> The KAT100 is not really intended to be a remote tuner,
> as you can see from all of those useful LEDs, but it
> should work this way. Don't leave it
> outside, though, as it's not environmentally sealed.

Ah well: where I was thinking of putting it can be seen from my operating
position if I leave two doors open. And I certainly wasn't planning on
putting it outside ;-)


And regarding your other suggestions about the VRFDET wire, I'll keep that
in mind.

> 3. If you try both of the above and still have problems with RF
> getting into the cable, you may have to substitute a more
> heavily-shielded type of multiconductor cable.

I wouldn't even dream (well, maybe a nightmare) of using anything other than
a decently shielded cable: living in a densely-populated suburb makes one
very aware of all the horrors caused by unshielded gear. My neighbours on
one side have a five-computer network that can make reception quite
difficult at times...



> Please let us know the results of your experiments.

I'll report back here soon - if customs get their finger out and clear the
KAT100. It should be here some time this week, then an evening or maybe two
to get it up and running.

> If you're going over about 10' I'd recommend
> the use of a high-quality RF cable, too.)

No worries there: I use some stuff sold here as Aircom Plus: it's only 7mm
diameter, yet has less loss length for length than RG-213. It's also doubly
shielded - great for VHF work too, and very flexible.

145, Pete  PE1MHO - G7ECN - M3ECN  K2 #2768