Checking Transmitter Signal Power Without Powering Up

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around how to check the signal power of a DIY transmitter without powering it up. Participants explore methods to assess the transmitter's power, considering the presence of various components like an RF board, encoder, and amplifier, while also addressing safety concerns related to operating the transmitter without an antenna.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant seeks advice on checking the transmitter's signal power without powering it up, highlighting the need for new output transistors and the safety issue of operating without an antenna.
  • Another participant suggests that if the unit is commercial, searching online for the make and model could provide the necessary information.
  • A participant confirms that the transmitter is a DIY homemade unit.
  • There is a challenge posed regarding the safety of transmitting while trying to go out of range with a hand radio, questioning the necessity of powering down the transmitter.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the best method to check the transmitter's power without powering it up, and there are differing views on the safety of operating the transmitter without an antenna.

Contextual Notes

The discussion lacks specific methods or techniques for measuring signal power without powering the transmitter, and assumptions about the safety of operating the device without an antenna remain unresolved.

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Hi,
How to check my transmitter signal power? I have found my transmitter in my friend shed and needs some new output transistors. But i don't know what is the power of my transmitter and if it worth to repair it. There is the RF board and also a encoder. There is also an amp so i don't know how to check its power. At the moment i can't power it up as i am building the antenna (harmful to switched it on without antenna). Is there any other way to check its power?
Thank you
 
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I assume this is some kind of home brew/DIY unit? Because if it's a commercial unit, just google the make/model of the unit...
 
yes it is a diy home made unit.
 
I am sorry but if its a DIY unit what is wrong with transmitting and simultaneously trying to go out of range with a hand radio.
 

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