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Homer -
I installed Windows 8 on my lap top because my stepson said it was much more efficient than windows 7. At first it was confusing to use, but after using this tutorial (Tutorial on Using Windows 8 ) I agree it's a step up from previous windows versions.
Moleculo-
Well, it's been almost a month since you posted your request for contest suggestions from W9WDX members, and, WOW, you already have 6 replies!!! (3 actually).
I would think that since only 4 club members participated in the last contest, you would realize that contests should be...
Disconnect the antenna and connect a 50ohm dummy load directly to the radio. If there is still 6 s-units of noise, then there is a problem with the radio. If this is the case, let me know, and I will tell you where to go from here. 73s
- Sluggo
STAYBOLT-
HERE YOU GO. 73s
-Sluggo
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TC5080P AM Mod #2
Cobra 32XLR, Cobra 86XLR, Tram D42, etc.
1. Locate Pin 8 of the 5080 PLL. There will be a green wire connected to it. The other...
Nitro -
Look at the circuit board and locate R220. It is a 220 ohm resistor located between TR23 and VR7. Notice that it is installed in a location marked D23 on the board. Remove this resistor and replace it with a 1N914 diode (observe polarity). Then locate C87. It is in front of VR6...
Check out the TRC449 service manual . Mobile version of 458.Pages 23 and 24 are what you're looking for. 73s
http://www.cbtricks.com/radios/realistic/trc_449/graphics/realistic_trc_449_sm.pdf
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