[Amps] Dedicated RF

[Vic, K2VCO]

One thing is that FCC rules now say that they can sell an amp that works 
on 10/12 meters IF it doesn't work on CB frequencies. The only way to do 
this is with some kind of frequency counter which means a 
microprocessor. Then there is protective circuitry: rather than use lots 
of complicated and failure-prone relay circuits, since they already have 
the microprocessor they just connect sensors to it.

So even manual tune amplifiers end up with little computers inside them.

On 7/28/12 2:32 PM, Rob Atkinson wrote:
> I'm not impressed.  I see another ham amp attempt to idiot proof the
> box and make it a lot harder for a regular guy to work on, fix or
> modify/improve.  I'd be a lot happier if they just made a basic
> no-frills manual tune amp.  All the amp manufacturers seem to be
> trying to do with amps what has been done with transceivers and
> cars--make them only work if you use their special parts.   I have to
> get a new lawn mower and I have seen that the new ones all have their
> motors hidden under a lot of pointless plastic covers.  First thing
> I'm going to do when I get one is tear all that off and throw it away
> so I can get to the motor.
>
> 73
>
> Rob
> K5UJ
>


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Vic, K2VCO
Fresno CA
http://www.qsl.net/k2vco/