[HQRP] Fwd: Manhattan Style Kits Coming

[Ed Manuel]

FYI, Ed, N5EM


>From: "Doug Hendricks" <ki6ds@dph.dpol.net>
>Subject: Manhattan Style Kits Coming
>X-Cc:   "Jay Bromley" <w5jay@alltel.net>
>
>Guys, I guess I'll let the cat out of the bag.  The Fort Smith QRP Club will
>be offering a Manhattan Style receiver very soon.  And, it is not just any
>receiver.  It is the receiver that is in the SWL40+, designed by Dave
>Benson.  Dave has very graciously givine permission for the Ft. Smith QRP
>Group to sell a Manhattan Style kit of his reciever.  It is called the
>"SideKick", and is perfect as a companion receiver for the TT2 and other
>simple 40 meter Transmitters that we all have. It has a VFO of course, is a
>superhet, and even comes with a mute switch, so it is ready to go with that
>transmitter!!  Plus, it is a wonderful project for those who want to get
>their feet wet and try Manhattan style construction.  The kit will include
>all components, 2.5" by 3" plain pcboard, and enought 1/8" strips to make
>the pads. All you will need to supply is the case and connectors for power,
>antenna, and headphones.  Frank Roberts, VE3FAO, did the layout, and he has
>built a prototype, and it works beautifully.  If you take QRPp, check out
>Frank's layout drawings for the Iowa QRP 10.  He did the receiver in the
>same style, and it is beautiful.  Proceeds from the sale of the reciever
>will be used to put on Arkiecon 2003.  The cost of the kit will be $30 plus
>$4 shipping and handling from Jay Bromley.  Now, don't send Jay any money
>until we get the kits done and they are ready to ship.  Jay will announce
>when he is ready to take orders.  I am waiting on crystals to arrive so that
>they can be matched for the filter.  Should be in about 3 weeks or so.  72,
>Doug, KI6DS