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Re: radios etc

Subject: Re: radios etc
From: Fred Fillinger <fillinger@ameritech.net>
Date: Tue, 8 May 2001 22:45:10
Bob, my brain's auto-squelch may be fritzed, but I'm not clear on the
symptom.  Is interference breaking squelch?  Or is received signal
cutting in and out?  Especially if the latter, there may be an
internal auto-squelch adjustment that needs tweaked.

Regards,
Fred F., A063

"Bob Harrison" wrote:
> 
> Hi! Paul.
> I am very limited in radio knowledge, but I sure wish I hadn't bought a set
> that has auto squelch control. I have tried everything recommended to stop
> the incoming signal getting shut down on my Icom AC200 without any
> improvement:-
> a) 5 ohm plug suppresser caps.
> b) grounded the Carb/throttle cable.
> c) 20 amp automobile supply line suppresser.
> d) grounded tin foil round distributor caps and plug leads.
> e) grounded the aluminium sheet which covers the rear of the firewall.
> f) grounded the radio negative direct to the battery
> g) grounded the rear of the radio case direct to battery
> 
> about to try removing one end of the ignition grounding shielding to leave
> only one end grounded.
> If anyone can suggest any other attempts I'd be most grateful because I'm
> fresh out of ideas.?
> Regards
> Bob Harrison  Europa /Jabiru 3300


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