Hello Brenda, LF
The IC-718 will only transmit down to 1600kHz as you have already found out.
The IC-703 and IC-706 do not have this limitation when "opened up".
BR
Paul-Henrik
Quoting Brenda Hayes <[email protected]>:
> Hello all,
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> Despite reference to the usual sources I cannot persuade my IC718 to
> transmit below 1600 kHz.
> I believe that operation is possible down to 300 kHz. or so but have
> yet to find the recipe. All of the appropriate diodes have been
> removed with the exception of D48. The machine performs well
> anywhere between 1.6 and 30 MHz. Any advice would be appreciated.
>
> On the other hand, my IC706 Mk2 can deliver a few watts at 500 kHz
> and a useful watt or two at 136 kHz. Stability is more than adequate for
> QRSS3.
>
> In passing, I have been following Stefan's efforts from the other
> side of the earth. His dedication to the VLF cause must be an
> inspiration to all.
>
> 73, Kevin ZL4MD
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