LarryF Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 We've added a series capacitor to the SNA600 to make it the "a" version. The previous version was a DC short to ground. This new capacitor makes it easier to use with the Venue receiver or others that provide a DC bias on the antenna port for powering remote, amplified antennas. Actually, the capacitor can be added with a little care to previous SNA600's. Any surface mount ceramic capacitor from 100 pF to 1000 pF can be used. If you need the cap, send name and address to larryf@lectrosonics.com for a freebie. If we had had our Lectro heads screwed on tight, we'd have put the cap on the original design. Best Regards, Larry Fisher Lectrosonics p.s. It does not affect the antenna RF performance, good or bad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rich Posted September 18, 2013 Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 thanks Larry. any chance of a note for those brave enough to try and add the capacitor ourselves? like where it ought to go? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryF Posted September 18, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 18, 2013 thanks Larry. any chance of a note for those brave enough to try and add the capacitor ourselves? like where it ought to go? Dean is putting a sheet together that shows the trace to cut and scrape to solder in the capacitor. It definitely can be done by anyone with an iron smaller than a Black Beauty plumber's iron heated with a blowtorch. We will send the sheet out with the capacitors. Dean will do it as his next project. Email me and I'll put you on the list: larryf@lectrosonics.com Best Regards, Larry Fisher Lectrosonics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rich Posted September 19, 2013 Report Share Posted September 19, 2013 thank you Larry again. have sent you an email. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
efksound Posted September 19, 2013 Report Share Posted September 19, 2013 Hi Larry Sorry for the small offtopic :-) How easy is to get SNA600 spare parts? I'm looking to buy a used SNA600 but has 1 of the two arm extentions missing, But before I consider buying it I would like to know how easy would it be to put back to shape again. Regards Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Blankenship Posted September 19, 2013 Report Share Posted September 19, 2013 Hi Larry Sorry for the small offtopic :-) How easy is to get SNA600 spare parts? I'm looking to buy a used SNA600 but has 1 of the two arm extentions missing, But before I consider buying it I would like to know how easy would it be to put back to shape again. Regards Call Lectrosonics and ask for "parts" and they'll tell you exactly how much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blas Kisic Posted September 19, 2013 Report Share Posted September 19, 2013 Thanks, Larry. I sent you an email as well. BK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryF Posted September 27, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 27, 2013 The conversion kits for the "a" version of the SNA600a have been shipped by US postal service. If you emailed me, you should have them in 4 to 5 days. If not, email me again at larryf@lectrosonics.com Best Regards, Larry Fisher Lectrosonics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wandering Ear Posted September 27, 2013 Report Share Posted September 27, 2013 Thanks Larry! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soundtrane Posted September 27, 2013 Report Share Posted September 27, 2013 <Dean is putting a sheet together that shows the trace to cut and scrape to solder in the capacitor. > Dear Larry, please send me this! -vin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryF Posted September 27, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 27, 2013 <Dean is putting a sheet together that shows the trace to cut and scrape to solder in the capacitor. > Dear Larry, please send me this! -vin Hi Vin, Send me an email with a postal shipping address. larryf@lectrosonics.com Best, Larry F Lectro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codyman Posted October 3, 2013 Report Share Posted October 3, 2013 We've added a series capacitor to the SNA600 to make it the "a" version. The previous version was a DC short to ground. This new capacitor makes it easier to use with the Venue receiver or others that provide a DC bias on the antenna port for powering remote, amplified antennas. Is the "a" version SNA600 available for purchase? I just picked up a VR FIeld this week and need to purchase antennas so i might as well try and grab the "a" since the timing of my purchase seems about right! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryF Posted October 3, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 3, 2013 I will confirm all current SNA's have been modified, whether they are "A's" or not. Best Regards, Larry Fisher Lectrosonics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryF Posted October 3, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 3, 2013 Any SNA shipped from this point on will be modified and will have an "A" sticker. Later it will be an "A" in the silkscreen instead of the sticker. Best, Larry F Lectro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blas Kisic Posted October 4, 2013 Report Share Posted October 4, 2013 Larry, a couple of days I received via USPS a few stapled sheets with instructions for the conversion, but nothing else. I'm assuming that's coming in a separate package, yes? TIA, BK PS: I'll be visiting Mom in ABQ in two weeks - I might want to visit your facilities, as she lives 20' from you. Do you take visitors? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wandering Ear Posted October 4, 2013 Report Share Posted October 4, 2013 Larry, a couple of days I received via USPS a few stapled sheets with instructions for the conversion, but nothing else. I'm assuming that's coming in a separate package, yes? TIA, BK PS: I'll be visiting Mom in ABQ in two weeks - I might want to visit your facilities, as she lives 20' from you. Do you take visitors? I received mine a couple days ago, there were three small capacitors taped to the front page. Easy to miss as they are very small, i thought they were missing at first, but they are there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryF Posted October 4, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2013 Larry, a couple of days I received via USPS a few stapled sheets with instructions for the conversion, but nothing else. I'm assuming that's coming in a separate package, yes? TIA, BK PS: I'll be visiting Mom in ABQ in two weeks - I might want to visit your facilities, as she lives 20' from you. Do you take visitors? Hi Blas, We may have to use something besides invisible tape. I'll have them circle the tiny parts in red on the front page from now on. If you can't find them, nag me at larryf@lectrosonics.com and we'll send another set. Let us know when you want to come for a tour. If you come at lunch time, you may really make out. Best Regards, Larry Fisher Lectrosonics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryF Posted October 4, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2013 p.s. If you can't find them, nag me at larryf@lectrosonics.com and we'll send another set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rich Posted October 4, 2013 Report Share Posted October 4, 2013 I received mine a couple days ago, there were three small capacitors taped to the front page. Easy to miss as they are very small, i thought they were missing at first, but they are there. yep. it took me a few gos to spot them on the front page. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Blankenship Posted October 4, 2013 Report Share Posted October 4, 2013 I definitely recommend a big red circle and arrows. ...Or maybe a second sheet of paper explaining how to find the caps on the first sheet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryF Posted October 4, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2013 Red circle it is. LEF Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Blankenship Posted October 4, 2013 Report Share Posted October 4, 2013 Larry, Can you send out an instruction sheet explaining how we can draw our own circle? That would eliminate the need to return it to have a factory approved circle drawn. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blas Kisic Posted October 4, 2013 Report Share Posted October 4, 2013 Well, I feel like an idiot… Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryF Posted October 4, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2013 Larry, Can you send out an instruction sheet explaining how we can draw our own circle? That would eliminate the need to return it to have a factory approved circle drawn. Thanks. Pretty good, John, pretty good. LEF Well, I feel like an idiot… You can still have a tour. LEF Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blas Kisic Posted October 4, 2013 Report Share Posted October 4, 2013 You can still have a tour. LEF Is that my consolation prize? ;-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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