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kenwood TS450s ALC/CAR problem!


After re setting the board on my TS450s I have a problem with the ALC scale on the meter.

The CAR knob controls the level of the ALC scale but now it's not letting me adjust it variably. The ALC reading is either completely to the top of the scale or no reading whatsoever.

The set is still putting out the proper power etc and reports are still good but without the ALC scale it's harder to keep my audio adjustment within the perimeters of it.

Any ideas anybody?

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Re: kenwood TS450s ALC/CAR problem!


Blimey - what's going on there?

It may be worth just checking that the rig isn't breaking into oscillation - do this by monitoring the output power to see if it suddenly jumps up when the ALC reading hits the far end.

Other than that, I've no suggestions.

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Re: kenwood TS450s ALC/CAR problem!


Thanks Andy, I will get it sorted somehow, emailed a guy I was recommended who runs a rig repair place called YoYo components, still waiting for price quotes or info as yet to have it re calibrated realigned or whatever.

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Re: kenwood TS450s ALC/CAR problem!


Alc power switch not making contact?
Sticky transmit relay.
Does the pilot lights dim?
If so there is a lot of current being passed.
Put the rig on minimal power output do you get a reading of the standing current?
Does the meter still function as a sig meter ok?
90% of problems usually lie with the switch or relay...
Just a few things you could give a try.
Hope you get it sorted-Coppernob-Roger.
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Re: kenwood TS450s ALC/CAR problem!


The CAR control is only effective for AM,FM,CW and FSK.
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