Troubleshooting Flashcards
On a 150 watt marine SSB HF transceiver, what would be indicated by a steady output of 75 watts when keying t transmitter on?
There is probably a defect in the system causing the carrier to be transmitted.
The tachometer of a building’s elevator circuit experiences interference caused by the radio system nearby. What is a common potential “fix” for the problem?
Add a .01 microF capacitor across the motor/tachometer leads.
A common method of programming portable or mobile radios is to use a:
A laptop computer.
In a software-defined transceiver, what would be the best way for a technician to make a quick overall evaluation of the radio’s operational condition?
Use the built-in self-test feature.
How might an installer verify correct GPS sentence to marine DSC VHF radio?
Look for latitude and longitude on the display.
What steps must be taken to activate the DSC emergency signaling function on a marine VHF?
Input of registered 9-digit MMSI.