Equipment Servicing

From SUWS-wiki

Tasks

  • Replace connectors on inverter.
    • Currently has binding posts.
    • Suggestion of replacing with banana plus.
  • New banners with correct domain (i.e. suws.org.uk) on them.
  • Replace PL259 cable.
  • Replace opperating paperwork
    • Tyler has generated these.
    • David will get these from Tyler and laminate in January 2024.
  • Obtain adapters for VNA.
  • Build power cable for Tuner/Load.
    • 8v regulator needed.
    • Tyler have a cable he found with the paperwork which may have been intended for this.
  • Repair IC7000 microphone.
  • Repair FT920 audio cuttoff dial.
    • Has been bashed and is now turning smoothly.
  • Create contact sheets for non contest contacts.
  • Repair the battery.
    • Tyler has what looks to be a damaged battery cable he found with the paperwork.
  • Build cable to link sounder to other devices.

Other Faults

  • HF/VHF/UHF on IC7000 reports infinite SWR into the 20m EFHW
    • EFHW confirmed OK with another radio.
  • FT707 appeared to be a bit off frequency, according to Charlie.