Electronics Forum / Equipment / June 2005

I have a 2710 Spectrum Analyzer that suddenly wil not complete bootup.
Error messages:
Cannot clear I/O Subsystem
FF Loopback Exp 55 Act FF

Can someone explain what does the term, for example, 'in 1-2-5 setps' mean.
In relation to Spectrum Analyser Frequency Scanwidth.

I am looking for three HP 4815A vector impedance meters with or without
probes.  If you have one you would like to unload, please send me a note.
Thanks,
Rob

I am a newbie to this group so if there is a more appropriate place to post
these types of questions, please let me know.
Essentially, I would like to put a rocker switch inline with the 12VDC power
cable that energizes a basic surveillance camera (<1A) remotely high in the

I've got a number of 3-port devices labeled SMC CHK-705S and others
labeled SMC CHK-703S. I suspect they are mixers, but does anyone know
specs or who the manufacturer is? Presumably SMC, but I don't know what
that is.

i have a problem to find an ic can work at 4 mhz frequency low noise
and its circuit if any one have the solution please tell me

I am trying to find out whether the HP 9133D drive would be supported
on the HP 1631D logic analyzer. Does anyone know which protocol this LA
uses? Is it Amigo, CS/80 or SS/80.
I found a remark somewhere which mentioned that there was a Harddrive

I am in the market for an FM stereo generator. Something used,
reasonably priced. Ideally, the Heathkit IG-5237 or IG-37. Anyone
has one they want toe sell?
-- Ron

invadar@mail.com   Jun 10, 8:23 am     show options
Hi All,
I am new to this group and my interest is repairing
pcb's and monitors for video games.

I'm considering purchasing a hot-air soldering station to help solder SMC
boards. The Madell 8502 (for example) is a fraction of the cost of some of
the other 'big name' hot air soldering stations. Does anyone have any
experience with this brand?

My Panasonic home theater system pretty much works great. However, quite
frequently the sound is interupted by a popping static sound. Does anyone
know how to help? Any advice would be appreciated.

First, let me tell you that I'm a retard when it comes to electronic
stuff.  Anyway...
I was fiddling around behind my computer and got a nice shock.  I'm
trying to figure out this problem and am hoping you folks could

Sorry guys I feel kind of dumb asking this question... I have in front
of me two UPSs, one a Powerware Prestige 1.5kVa, the other a BEST USP
1.4kVa.  Why is the BEST more than twice the size? I would think that
given the same capacity they would be the same size.

I HAVE BOXES OF PARTS THAT I EITHER WANT TO SELL CHEAP OR WILL HAVE TO THROW
OUT TONIGHT! LAST CALL.
BOXES OF UNUSED CAPS: 1500 UF 100V
BOARDS WITH NEW COMPONENTS ON THEM - NEVER USED

I need a lot of energy for my laboratory, so it uses a Plutonium - reactor.
Where can I buy the Plutonium for my reactor ?