[RFI] LEDs etc

[wa3afs at nycap.rr.com]

My emails in the past have mentioned the possibility of interfering/degrading communications 
including police/fire/aircraft along with emergency communications provided by ham radio.  I 
have also pointed out the FCC rules about RF interference.

In addition, one time I also talked about my experience with a 'touch' lamp that went crazy 
whenever I transmitted on 15M.  (I only owned that lamp less than 24 hours before it was 
returned--the salesman knew ahead of time that I would return it if it failed in a RF 
environment.)

73
   Bruce, WA3AFS

On 13 Feb 2014 at 21:46, Patrick wrote:

> I've sent CR enough subscription money over the years for them to 
> entertain an email from me.  Lately they have tested LED lamps 
> (incandescent replacements, Edison based 120vac) with no mention of RFI, 
> or radio noise, etc.  They have consistently rated plasma sets highly 
> with no RFI mentioned.  It's not on their list.
> 
> What would you propose to say in your email to them that might be 
> understandable to the staff that screens email?  The meaning of RFI is 
> probably not known to anyone but a ham or electronic engineer.
> 
> Pat
> wa4tuk
> 
> On 2/13/2014 3:35 PM, wa3afs at nycap.rr.com wrote:
> > One recommendation:
> > Each and every ham who has a subscription to Consumer Reports should contact Consumer
> > Reports and request that they test every electronic device for RFI radiation.
> >
> > I have sent messages several times, but we need lots of 'multiples'.  before they will take
> > action.  Whether it is a Plasma TV, a washing machine, or a LED light device, each should
> > be tested and documented.  Maybe that would help (even if it is just a mention).
> >
> > 73
> >    Bruce,. WA3AFS