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Build a high impedance active RF/AF probe with amplifier. Ideal for radio and amp repairs.

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Electronics Old and New by M Caldeira

Only $5 for 10 PCBs and every new member get $5 bonus. + Express 24 hour / 48 hour service on https://www.pcbway.com/

An RF demodulator probe is a valuable tool for repairing radios and other RF gear. Equally, an audio signal tracer is great for repairing audio gear.
What if we could have both functions in one tester?
What if it had a very high input impedance to avoid loading the device under test?
What if there was a PCB ready for the entire thing?
Well, here it is.
This project was inspired by Chris, at AllTheGearNoIdea, who kindly allowed me to do a PCB project for his design. This is the video in question:
   • K7000 Velleman Signal Tracer  Active ...  
The Gerber files are available on the PCBWay website in the share section, so feel free to order your own boards and try out this handy gadget. Here is the link:
https://www.pcbway.com/project/sharep...

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This video is dedicated to Zélia Camacho (31 Jan 1968 12 Apr 2022)
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