[Elecraft] K2 RECEIVER: WHERE ARE THE SIGNALS?

Don Wilhelm w3fpr at earthlink.net
Fri Feb 24 22:16:53 EST 2006


Manuel,

If you can receive a signal with an antenna connected to C225, but not C226,
or 227, your most likely problem is improperly tinned toroid leads on L25 -
but check L26 while you are working in that area.

A quick check is to make a continuity check from the top end of C225 to the
top end of C227 - if you measure much more than zero ohms, the toroids are
not properly tinned and soldered.

73,
Don W3FPR

> -----Original Message-----
>
> I tried N0SS's probe and I pick up a strong signal through all
> test points
> up to C225. I have no signal pick up there nor at C226 or C227. I did not
> check W6 and W1 because I did not install those jumpers (I followed the
> Rework Eliminators instructions that call for other steps). I do
> not know if
> there is an alternative test point for those. I have been through
> the usual
> checks for bad solders etc.
>
> I have used the proper solder and a controlled temp soldering station.
>
> I would very much appreciate your assistance and guidance. I have
> had the K2
> on for hours now (playing with the keyer) and there has been no
> change. It
> looks great, that is for sure!
>
> Thank you very much
> 73
>
> Manuel
> LU5OM
> CT4IK
> K2 # 5310
>



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