[Elecraft] 160 module fustration

George Cortez ne2i at optonline.net
Tue Jun 7 17:19:07 EDT 2005


Hi folks

Im starting to wonder if the 160 module is bad.
The antenna switch only works if it is in preamp mode
If  the preamp is switched on with the r ant on the r ant will not 
switch off or on.

Also large attenuation of signals when it is on the standard
antenna. When switched to the r ant  with an antenna on the r ant
signals are strong. When switched to the standard antenna with an
antenna still attached to the r ant, signals are still strong.

I hear relays clicking  ( I was not hearing that before)  but I fear
that the relays contacts are shorted. It has already been replaced once
and the board cant take much more abuse. This was a brand new module.
also replaced the relay driver chip and the mcu. There is nothing else!

I think im going to get another 160 module and start over.
Its cheap enough.

George NE2I








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