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From: RMcGraw@InfoAve.Net (Bob & Linda McGraw K4TAX)
Date: Fri, 08 Jun 2001 22:48:22 -0700
>From what I read, this seems to be a very common problem with these
things.  I'd think some additional RF susceptibility testing would be
worth while.

73
Bob K4TAX

WILLIAM F MANSEY wrote:
> 
> Hello all,
>     I solved my "RF in the shack" problem very simply.  I replaced the
> "HEPA" filter in my vacuum cleaner with an RF filter!  Problem solved!  :-)
>     Well - not quite yet as I have not figured out how, or where, to empty
> the vacuum!!!
>     Actually I did have a problem with RF getting back to my Jupiter.  In my
> case I traced the route to the remote encoder.  I clamped a ferrite bead on
> the cable near the plug that connects to the Jupiter and made several turn
> coil in the cable itself.  This has virtually eliminated the problem(s) and
> I rarely have trouble now.  I definitely love the Jupiter but must admit
> that I was unhappy about the RF problem.  I was not aware that so many
> others were having the same, or similar, problems.  That is what I get for
> not posting to the reflector!!!  73's  BILL.
> 
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