[Johnson] Ranger PTT mod

[jbrannig at optonline.net]

The Johnson recommended PTT circuit is generally considered a "kluge".

A WEB search will display several better circuits.  I use a variant of the WA1HLR circuit.

Jim


> Hi, Johnsonites--
> 
> >>
> >> I have a Ranger II and a relay that I know I can use to convert 
> the 
> >> rig to PTT, but I can't remember how to do it. Does anybody 
> have the 
> >> circuit, instructions, whatever?
> >>
> >> Thanks.
> >>
> >> 73, Avery W3AVE
> >
> >
> You will find the instructions for installing PTT in the Ranger II 
> manual.  On pages 18 and 19.  If you don't have a manual, feel 
> free to 
> download one from BAMA.  Currently, the individual pages are still 
> available, but soon to be replaced with a pdf of the entire manual.
> 73,
> 
> -- 
> 
> Ken K4XL
> k4xl at arrl.net