[hpsdr] Pandora

[John Koster]

On Tue, 22 May 2007, George Medakovich wrote:

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> 
> Chris Albertson wrote:
> > 
> >>The point is "Why is an $11 part driving the design of a $100
> >>box.  Should be the other way around.
> > 
> 
> Agreed, but maybe this is a 2nd generation Atlas design opportunity.  I
> would like to see a different configuration too, but don't have the
> design skills to contribute one myself and am very appreciative of what
> we have now.
> 
> In the meantime there are lots of 1st generation Atlas configurations
> that need enclosures.  I think this strengthens the case for the current
> favorite (Ten-Tec bk-959), it does the job needed and is reasonably affordable.
> 
> A generic box like this can be further cusomized, such as with the addition
> of a detachable control box (like with the modern mobile transcievers).
> Handles, cutouts, rackmount ears, pinstripes, personal logos, etc. can be added as needed.
> Mine will probably just get stuck on a back shelf once it is cabled up and connected to a computer.
> 
> George Medakovich, ke5dng
> _______________________________________________


There are over 700 of the original design Atlas PCB out there, so there's
a need for a case for the original design.

That shouldn't prevent anyone from designing a better mouse trap however.  
The more the merrier etc.

-- 
73,
John, W9DDD


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