Rework Eliminators(TM) Companion Guide - Official Release

[Gary Hvizdak]

   Our new 35 page Rework Eliminators(TM) Companion Guide describes how to
build a rework-free "plug & play ready" K2.  The procedure incorporates
un-module (option bypass) headers plus all of the PCB mounted parts that are
missing from a stock ($599) K2.  It combines the initial K2 assembly
procedure and all of the K2 option preparation steps, into a single seamless
process.  This eliminates the need for any subsequent disassembly or PCB
rework to fully outfit a bare K2 with options.  This procedure is ideally
suited to builders-for-hire as you can now offer your customers an easily
upgradeable bare radio.

   The first half of the guide is an introductory tutorial suitable for
someone who is still just contemplating their first K2 purchase.  It
includes instructions for determining which if any additional "parts kits"
you will need to purchase.  The actual alternate assembly instructions
comprise the second half of the guide.

   Please visit our website for the PDF.  Due to our long URLs, its best if
you use the ***Documentation Downloads*** link on our "Resources" directory
page http://home.cfl.rr.com/garyhvizdak/KI4GGX/unpcbs/Resources/ to get to
the PDF.

73,
Gary, KI4GGX
K2 #4067

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[wayne burdick]

We'd like to thank Gary and Ken for creating this interesting
alternative for dealing with K2 options.

However, to avoid potential confusion, we want K2 builders to know they
*can* build the K2 successfully using only our assembly manual. Nearly
all of them, so far, have been built this way. Our very detailed and
complete manual addresses delayed installation of options, and there
are jumpers in the rig to bypass option connectors at time of assembly.
Anyone capable of building the rig in the first place will have no
trouble removing the jumpers and installing option connectors later on.

I'm sure that "Rework Elimiantors" will appeal to some builders and
experimenters. And, as Gary mentioned, I think they'll be very useful
for those who build K2s for others. Recipients of pre-assembled K2s
will then, if they choose, not have to solder much if anything.

On the other hand, soldering is part of the fun for most our customers  
:)

73,
Wayne
N6KR


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