[ICOM] Stingy S meter

[Gary Fiber]

John,

If you have access, check the receiver sensitivity on service equipment. 
Might be an adjust ment for S-meter sensitivity, I don't remember in the 
910. How does the S-meter do in SSB?
Many times the S-meter in FM is a percent quieting meter not a signal 
strength meter in the Icom products. I would have to read the service 
manual theory of operation to see if it mentions the FM S-meter operation.

If the trouble persists or others can't assist remind me and I will stop by 
Icom and ask some of the techs. I need to get some accessories for my new 
IC-718 anyway next week.

Gary K8IZ


>Hi Group.  I have an Icom 910H.  The S meters only reach a S9 or less on
>everything but a very close repeater.  I have eliminated the antenna, coax,
>connectors, and the built in attenuator.  It occurs on 2 meters and 440.  My
>706IIG gets full scale with the same repeaters.  The receiver seems to be
>sensitive and I get good audio reports.   The serial number is 01204.  Any
>ideas or suggestions?  Thanks in advance.   73
>
>John
>n4dou

Gary Fiber K8IZ
GROL PG-19-6691
Washington State Resident