[TenTec] Fwd: Re: TenTec] Omni VI+: low TX and RX on 12 meters

[Malcolm McLeman]

Although possibly not the answer to your problem a simple non 
test-equipment Omni VI test worth conducting regularly...
As an almost sight-loss octogenerian who has (for the umpteenth time) 
just replaced RX signal-path switching diodes on my Omni VI BPF board 
may I suggest a simple (non test-equipment) test before delving in with 
soldering-iron.
Remove top-half main casing and LS alu bracket at the rear then with 
headphones choose any weak signal or even backround noise check the 
difference between antenna plugged in normally and antenna direct to 
PL17 O/P (under LS bracket) to the band filter. If there's any 
perceptible increase in signal/noise strength  then surgery is required 
and if that's the case don't attempt without advice which I'll happily 
provide direct via email. HNY GL et 73 Malcolm/F5VBU.
ps Reason for my final sentence? TT PCB quality control should've been 
shot comparing their junk to contemporary radios from YIK-San or better 
still JRC.