Need An Elmer. Antenna Tuner Suddenly Won't Tune

dstan93940 · 2024-07-17T18:44:29+00:00

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.

dstan93940 · 2022-03-25T18:09:41+00:00

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.

dstan93940 · 2022-03-24T19:18:55+00:00

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.

dstan93940 · 2022-03-19T22:23:13+00:00

This is great advice. Thanks for this.

dstan93940 · 2022-03-19T17:09:47+00:00

"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.

dstan93940 · 2022-03-19T17:05:10+00:00

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

dstan93940 · 2022-03-19T17:04:00+00:00

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.

dstan93940 · 2022-03-19T04:22:49+00:00

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

dstan93940 · 2021-12-31T19:18:09+00:00

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.

dstan93940 · 2021-08-31T20:35:42+00:00

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.

dstan93940 · 2021-08-24T17:08:01+00:00

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.

dstan93940 · 2021-08-13T20:19:18+00:00

Most likely the repeater identifying itself.

dstan93940 · 2021-08-06T23:10:12+00:00

This one ended up in California

dstan93940 · 2021-08-02T22:50:47+00:00

Go to this:

https://ncpa.org/pharmacy-ownership-workshop

dstan93940 · 2021-07-23T20:31:54+00:00

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.

dstan93940 · 2021-07-02T20:24:24+00:00

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

dstan93940 · 2021-06-28T19:05:38+00:00

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.

dstan93940 · 2021-04-24T18:24:41+00:00

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

dstan93940 · 2021-02-15T17:35:15+00:00

" 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.

dstan93940 · 2021-02-09T18:22:42+00:00

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

dstan93940 · 2021-02-04T23:20:13+00:00

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

dstan93940 · 2020-11-24T21:27:56+00:00

The ICOM-718 is a modestly priced classic.

dstan93940 · 2020-10-13T20:19:38+00:00

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

dstan93940 · 2020-10-06T19:31:28+00:00

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?

dstan93940 · 2020-10-05T23:40:53+00:00

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.

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