This project is a wide band, untuned RF signal
tracer. You can use it to find sources of RF noise and
interference, and to check for antenna signals. This
circuit is like an untuned crystal set.
We use the 100pF capacitor for the input in this
circuit because it blocks DC and the 60Hz power
line frequency so that the wires can touch almost
anywhere without fear of electrical shock. Of course,
you should never probe around high voltage on
purpose. There is an old saying, “There are OLD
technicians and BOLD technicians, but there are no
OLD BOLD technicians.”
Connect the probes between grounded objects and
other metallic objects that can act as antennas. You
will find that this circuit allows you to receive all
kinds of AM signals as well as noise. For example, if
you have citizens’ band transmitters, you can hear
these signals if the transmitter is close enough to
the signal tracer.
Some of the noise you might hear and identify
originates from auto ignition systems, light dimmers,
fluorescent lights, or switches opening and closing.
Notes:
EXPERIMENT #123: RADIO FREQUENCY SIGNAL TRACER
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Schematic
Wiring Sequence:
o
89-97-126
o
90-92-100-EARPHONE-PROBES
o
125-99-91-EARPHONE
o
98-PROBES
Содержание EP-130
Страница 11: ... 11 I ENTERTAINMENT CIRCUITS ...
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