05-26-2026, 10:56 AM
Mike,
There really isn't much difference between with antenna connected and not. Same approximately 35V - 40V discrepancy from expected occurs either way.
I mention specifically about the antenna being connected in case it is relevant, since the procedure for testing voltages specifies tuning the radio to BC 1000 or where there is no signal, and with the volume all the way down. I have observed using that guidance that there is little practical difference between with the antenna connected and without, and so again, I mention it simply for transparency in the information I'm providing.
Given the meager difference in readings, I suspect it is not particularly relevant. No signal should be no signal, right? It is very good at not receiving a signal with the antenna disconnected.
Best wishes,
Roy
There really isn't much difference between with antenna connected and not. Same approximately 35V - 40V discrepancy from expected occurs either way.
I mention specifically about the antenna being connected in case it is relevant, since the procedure for testing voltages specifies tuning the radio to BC 1000 or where there is no signal, and with the volume all the way down. I have observed using that guidance that there is little practical difference between with the antenna connected and without, and so again, I mention it simply for transparency in the information I'm providing.
Given the meager difference in readings, I suspect it is not particularly relevant. No signal should be no signal, right? It is very good at not receiving a signal with the antenna disconnected.
Best wishes,
Roy




