Folks,

We have been working on the 147.34 Machine for some time now. We believe that the problems are fixed. However, we need your help to test and burn it in. It is currently set up and operating in Pleasant Grove. Please talk on it and test it. Its location is not optimal. But those in the north to central part of the valley should be able to talk on it. The more traffic that we can generate, the more comprehensive the testing and burn in phases are. We need to make sure it is ready for the severe conditions of the mountian top. If all goes well, we plan to replace it back on the mountain top early next week.

For the curious amoung us, the power amplifier was desensing the receiver. The power pins going to the power amplifier went high resistance and caused connector damage. The PA and power connector have been replaced.

Thank you for your continued patience,
Jeff Ballif
KB7VSJ