[TowerTalk] RG-6

[Roger (K8RI)]

Barrie Smith wrote:
> Well, I wish to thank all you fellows for your help with the "bum" RG-6.
>
> This cable is being used for a K9AY loop.  I used a screw-on PL-259 at the 
> antenna junction box, which, after being slathered with RTV, appears to be 
> working FB.
>
> At the shack end, I'm using an RCA connector (which I cannot solder to). 
>   
Put a compression fitting on that end, get an F to RCA adapter and 
you're all set. No soldering at all.
As Mike suggested, catch the "Cable Guy" and he might just put on a 
couple of compression fittings for you.
> The reason for the RCA connector is that I'm using a RIP-1, which uses those 
> connectors.
>
> I think the easy way out would be to ditch the RIP-1 and go with a 
> conventional TR relay.  That way, I can use another screw-on PL-259
Nothing wrong with the RCAs, even my old Alpha uses them for the input, 
ALC, and keying line.

73

Roger (K8RI)
> .
>
> Thanks again, guys.
>
> 73, Barrie, W7ALW 
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