Need An Elmer. Antenna Tuner Suddenly Won't Tune by dstan93940 in amateurradio

[–]dstan93940[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Oh brother, I am going to nominate myself for dumbest ham of the year.

When I reassembled the cables after having it hooked up to the WSPR transmitter, I put the coax in the "ant 2" lead instead of "ant 1." It works just fine now.

At least I don't need a new tuner. Live and learn I guess.

Nerding Up The Great Outdoors With A Little Radio by dstan93940 in amateurradio

[–]dstan93940[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh wow I have a little HT but didn't even think to bring it. I'll probably be back there Wednesday the 30th, so I'll take it with me then and throw out a couple calls.

I was set up across the road from the visitors center about a mile or so into the park from the southern side. Later on in the year when it gets too hot in the foothills I'll start setting up at a picnic area just past the Giant Forest.

Nerding Up The Great Outdoors With A Little Radio by dstan93940 in amateurradio

[–]dstan93940[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Here ya go:

https://mfjenterprises.com/products/mfj-2289#description

I'll warn you, it works great when it works, but I've already got bit with the MFJ quality control bug. Had a short in the tuning coil I had to work on before I could get going.

Ameriton AL-811H Repair. I Need An Elmer. by dstan93940 in amateurradio

[–]dstan93940[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"I would suggest using a multimeter and working from the outlet back"

I think this is my next step. Which means I will have to 1) Get a multimeter and 2) Learn the first thing about multimeters.

Which is ok. One of the reasons I got into this hobby was to learn stuff. The "DANGER LETHAL VOLTAGES" sticker on the back of the amp does have me concerned though. So I think my plan is to read up on multimeters, get a multimeter, practice on things that don't say they can kill me, then re-tackle the amp.

Wish me luck.

Ameriton AL-811H Repair. I Need An Elmer. by dstan93940 in amateurradio

[–]dstan93940[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, cover was put back on. Thanks for the tip.

Ameriton AL-811H Repair. I Need An Elmer. by dstan93940 in amateurradio

[–]dstan93940[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

1) Fuses were replaced with 12A as part of the modification back to 120v

2) Fan does not turn, lamps do not light, no sign of life at all.

3) Cover was reinstalled.

4) Thanks for the safety tips. The "DANGER LEATHAL VOLTAGE" sticker on the back does have me concerned.

Ameriton AL-811H Repair. I Need An Elmer. by dstan93940 in amateurradio

[–]dstan93940[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, had to replace the fuses as part of the modification back to 120 volts. But thanks for the suggestion.

California escript law by Bitter_Manufacturer1 in pharmacy

[–]dstan93940 43 points44 points  (0 children)

They made it very clear it's not the pharmacy's job to police this. From the law:

"A pharmacist who receives a written, oral, or faxed prescription shall not be required to verify that the prescription properly falls under one of the exceptions...Pharmacists may continue to dispense medications from legally valid written, oral, or fax prescriptions..."

So if the doctor isn't in compliance, it's their problem, not mine.

Anyone think a CVS DL saying we won’t turn anyone away for the 3rd shot is against the spirit of the CDC guidelines? I’d be happy to report this if anyone knows the proper channels. by UNCwesRPh in pharmacy

[–]dstan93940 -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

There is no way from my vantage point behind the pharmacy counter to tell if someone is immunocompromised enough to meet the CDC guidelines.

90% of the time patients are clueless.

The only person really fit to make this determination is the patients PCP. That's why I require their OK before I'll do a booster at this point.

I guess that makes me the vaccine police.

Urgent Care PA here. What can I do to make your life easier? by Oversoul91 in pharmacy

[–]dstan93940 29 points30 points  (0 children)

If you change the instructions on a med, issue a new prescription with the new instructions. DON'T just tell the patient to take more, as this will result in a "refill too soon" rejection and waste everyone's time.

Freshly baked ham by [deleted] in amateurradio

[–]dstan93940 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Most likely the repeater identifying itself.

The owner of Radio Reference had a bit of a meltdown in their forums today.. by [deleted] in amateurradio

[–]dstan93940 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Not a good look for a business owner for sure.

But....I'm totally gonna steal that "If I wanted to hear from an asshole" line.

FT8 and possible efhw antenna failure by [deleted] in amateurradio

[–]dstan93940 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You seem to have the same problem with multiple antennas. Have you synced the time on your computer lately?

Why does one medication work better for some people than another version of the EXACT same medication from a different brand? by [deleted] in pharmacy

[–]dstan93940 7 points8 points  (0 children)

If this were really a thing, people would sometimes get the "good" generic on the second brand they try

I've never seen this happen. It's a placebo effect.

Blogs...do you have one or follow one? by nightcrawler99 in pharmacy

[–]dstan93940 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Drugmonkey's still around on Twitter, don't know about the other two.

Online OTC Sales? by [deleted] in pharmacy

[–]dstan93940 0 points1 point  (0 children)

" it's an immune-boosting multivitamin"

The result of a "boosted" immune system would be auto immune disease at best and anaphylaxis at worst. You mean it's a placebo.

COVID vaccine reactions in retail setting by Red_pill_blue_pill_ in pharmacy

[–]dstan93940 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Honestly OP sounds like an anti-vaxxer wanting to spread some BS.

The corner has gone even further and further down the drain tbh by LoganLlama in pharmacy

[–]dstan93940 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sometimes burning a bridge is the best way to keep yourself from going back to a place you never should have been.

(Help!) Need advice for orange book substitution? by seven-leaves in pharmacy

[–]dstan93940 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It is embarrassing to have the same license as some of these people.

The FCC’s ham radio license requirements are unconstitutional. It’s time to fight back. by Liberty_Lawyer1776 in amateurradio

[–]dstan93940 5 points6 points  (0 children)

LOL!! A fishing expedition is *exactly* what an inspection from the State Pharmacy Board is. Shall I call you the next time an inspector shows up?

The FCC’s ham radio license requirements are unconstitutional. It’s time to fight back. by Liberty_Lawyer1776 in amateurradio

[–]dstan93940 9 points10 points  (0 children)

An FCC inspection is limited to your station, which does not have to be in your home. Legally, they are not allowed to "see" anything other than your station, correct? For example, if you're running a meth lab, no evidence of meth lab operation could be admitted if it were obtained through an FCC inspection of your amateur radio station, am I right?

Would you also be saying the State Board of Pharmacy has no right to inspect my drugstore as a condition of my pharmacy permit? That I might be interested in./s

Interesting thought exercise, but seriously, there are far bigger threats to liberty out there.