[TenTec] Omni VI problems, need help
Stuart Rohre
rohre at arlut.utexas.edu
Thu May 15 20:42:39 EDT 2008
Ken,
These are general comments. Many transmitters have a diode bridge
circuit to sense the level of RF for ALC circuits.
Many TT ALC type faults seem on this reflector, to be one of these
diodes opening up.
Leaving any rig connected to an antenna all the time invites wind static
voltages, or storm surges taking out any diodes. Thus, get the
schematic, and trace the circuit and test the diodes for forward and
reverse resistance. Be alert to sneak paths and resistive loading
effects of associated resistors. One diode might open up and cause
similar symptoms to what you have.
GL and 73,
Stuart
K5KVH
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