Re: Signal generator terminology query
As Richard says in his introductory post "New Member from Tiree", radio signals in the Western Isles & the Highlands of Scotland can be a bit unreliable. Skye & Torridon are awash with VHF unfriendly mountains.
Marconi's range of RF Sig Gens, like the 995A, not only sweep internally for FM operation, but can supply between 30 to 100V for externally triggering a scope. The Farnell FG2 can put out 5V.
As Paul says, some of us have acquired quite a few items of test equipment over the years. However, to help Richard start his Vintage Radio endeavours, perhaps other Forum folk, who have started out more recently, could share their experiences & offer advice regarding gig gens & basic line-up of test equipment. I guess there must be a few Forum guys in Strathclyde, and a handful further up the West Coast.
In general, being a Forum &/or vintage radio guy, doesn't mean you have to just communicate solely online from your lonely workshop. Get out & about, meet folk, and like Bonny Prince Charlie - take a trip "Over the sea to Skye", as the song goes.
Regards, David
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