Hi there, again.
I just finished Alignment and Test Part II. For the most part, things seem
OK, but I have one or two concerns.
As a signal source, I used my K1-4 at 100mW into my Elecraft DL-1. Now out
of all my alignment tools, none of the non-ferrous type would fit in the
alignment hole through the board. So I took a metallic screwdriver and
electrical taped the entire shaft except for the tip. Despite the
insulation, the metal in influencing the alignment, of course, so I am
trying to align slightly, pull away and see what happens. If I touch the
board near the cap, the gains comes WAY, WAY up, but only for the duration
of the touch. Also, I notice that while listening to receive, I am hearing
signals, but not nearly as strong as I hear them on any other receiver in
the shack on the same antenna.
I think I know what you are going to tell me. Get a non-ferrous alignment
tool, right?
BTW, every other test up to now has passed easily.
Thank you for your time and attention.
Best Regards,
Vin Cortina KR2F
K1-4 s/n:1977
KX1 s/n:1476 (under construction)
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