I'm considering a K2/100, but I have a question about serviceability. I'm assuming because it's a kit with no SMT parts that everything is accessible for trouble-shooting. Is this true? Can you reach all of the important rf component pins from the top with a scope probe while the rig is operating?
I ask this because my TS-850S currently has a receiver problem, and most of the rf path parts are SMT and on the bottom of the board, where they can't be probed while the rig is functional... I'm really bummed about it. It's going to be a major pain in the a** to fix. My favorite rig I ever had for service was a Drake TR-7, but I don't think any current radios use the kind of construction it did. The K2 looks like my best bet for service in a modern rig. What do you guys say? ALso, are there any features I will really miss compared to my TS-850S? 73, Larry N8LP --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.749 / Virus Database: 501 - Release Date: 9/9/2004 _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
