| Author | Message | ||
     Andrew D (Ajd344) New member Username: Ajd344 Post Number: 1 Registered: 6-2006 |
Hey! I built the AM transmitter. Its works awesome-ly. I have some wires stranded around my basement and the signal can be heard around my house. I felt my oscillator and it felt kinda warm. Adding an old computer fan on top seemed to help, but I dont have that many batteries! I have 3 questions: Is it OK to leave it on 24/7? Should I use 5Volts instead? Is there any way to improve the signal upstairs? Thanks! | ||
| Simon Quellen Field (Sfield) Senior Member Username: Sfield Post Number: 1322 Registered: 12-2004 |
The oscillator can run hot. It won't hurt it. If you want a better signal, you can get a license (easy to do) and put out more power, or you can get a more sensitive receiver, or you can use a bigger antenna on the receiver. | ||
| Andrew D (Ajd344) New member Username: Ajd344 Post Number: 2 Registered: 6-2006 |
That's good! I was really worried I was feeding too much power into it. I'll look into the license too. I heard if you get the right transmitter/antena, you can broadcast 1/2 mile away without a license. Thanks again. It was really fun building this, and I learned how to solder! |
