[TenTec] Omni=C

[W1GOR]

Ralph,

First, test the rig by connecting it to a good dummy load.   If it exhibits 
the same 40 meter problem, THEN look further into the Omni-C for troubles. 
If the problem DOES occur while transmitting into the dummy load, look for 
possible bandswitch issues, and/or other components that are used ONLY on 40 
meters.   Also, test the rig on ALL bands while using the dummy load.   Look 
for peculiarities on each band.

If the problem does NOT repeat when the dummy load is used, you might have 
to inspect your antenna carefully.

Good luck & 73, de Larry - W1GOR


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "ralph" <rhowes at greenapple.com>
To: <tentec at mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Tuesday, November 23, 2004 4:27 AM
Subject: [TenTec] Omni=C


>I have a TenTec Omni=C that I have used for about 6-7 years. About 2 years
> ago I dropped it off at TenTec and they repaired my VFO, replaced a few
> transistors, cleaned switches and re-aligned. It has worked very well 
> since
> until last week.
>
> Normally I turn up the ALC all the way and turn the drive up until just
> before the red ALC light comes on then back it off slightly. The meter on
> the rig always goes up to around 9 on the dial face or a little lower if 
> the
> standing wave is a little higher than resanance. I usually get about 60-70
> watts on the watt meter, depending on the band.
>
> Last week I went to this same routine but the drive will not go above 
> about
> 3 and the watt meter shows around 10-15 watts. This only happens on the 40
> meter band. All other bands function correctly and the meter goes up to 
> the
> appropriate number as well as watts out.
>
> People that I have talked to before on 40 meters claim that I am down in
> signal strength and difficult to hear at times. Not as before.
>
> Anyone have an idea before I pop it open and start looking around?? I
> appreciate all reply's.
>
> Best Regards,
> Ralph Howes
> W8BVH
> Ohio
>
>
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