DMC modules used for 24GHz transverter (see my other post here) need (+8.4V) and (-5.0V) voltages, where the (-5V) must be applied first.
I have built a simple power supply that honors this requirement. Original idea came from another HAM's web site. I liked this simple solution with a Zenner Diode, so I adapted it for my needs:
First test results were good. Note that output voltage (+8.4V) can be adjusted by changing resistance of R3. In my case, I have used two resistors in parallel. PCB provides enough space for both of them.
Hi Herbert,
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on a great site, and sharing your experiences. I also am working on using DMC modules 24GHz transverter. I noted you comment that "the (-5V) must be applied first" .... where did you get that information? and how did you do it? the images on this page do not seem to be working.
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Andrew VK4JAM
Hi, just found this site. Lots of good stuff. I too have the dmc transverter and although I found the 432Mhz IF conversion, am looking for a 144Mhz conversion if its possible. Do you have any info re this ?
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