[R-390] SSB Converters Diode Bridge

[Scott, Barry (Clyde B)]

As long as I've been participating in this list, I don't recall this "add-on" being discussed.  It sure seems like a cool thing to try and I plan to.  I like "elegant" mods like this one...

Barry - N4BUQ

> All you need is a $.99 Radio Shack full wave bridge 
> rectifier.  If you've got a
> junker power supply lying around, there is likely a capable 
> bridge in it ready
> to use.
> 
> Refer to the back of the RS package.  Route your line audio 
> to the two AC
> inputs of the part, ground the + pin and wire the - pin to 
> your AGC terminal.  
> 
> When copying SSB, you simply crank in a little line audio to 
> provide additional
> AGC action to the set.  You may also wire in a little 
> resistance to your
> liking.
> 
> When listening to AM, turn your line audio to min.
> 
> Elegant.  Wish I'd have thunk of it.
> 
> Back in the day, some guy was charging good money for this 
> Cracker Jack prize,
> selling it as a sophisticated gadget.
> 
> 73 Tom