LS, That test is *only* to test the functionality of the counter probe - the reading will always be close to 4 MHz. Do not be concerned about the exact reading - if it reads FAR from 4 MHz, that is a problem. After you have the K2 fully assembled and want to do a good job of dial calibration and filter alignment, that is when you need to be concerned about setting the 4 MHz reference properly (may not be exactly 4 MHz). Use the procedure and tools that I mention in my website article on K2 Dial Calibration - www.w3fpr.com.
73, Don W3FPR lstavenhagen wrote: > Quick question about the frequency counter. Just did that test this morning > and it read 3999.98. That's low right at the edge of the +/- .02 khz. spec. > My question is, I know that's within spec but is that typical? Or should it > normally read more towards the middle of the range? > > Fortunately, doesn't look like I cooked the 4mhz crystal as I can hear it > loud and clear on 4mhz on my 706MKIIG... it's only about 50hz or so off with > C22 set in the middle. Very nice! I'm encouraged ;) > > 73, > LS > W5QD > > ______________________________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:[email protected] This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
