Hi Kevin, Glad you were able to fix the problem.  I didn't realize how much
noise an unfiltered power supply can make!

73,
Russ
----- Original Message -----
From: "Kevin Nathan" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Tuesday, June 25, 2002 7:56 PM
Subject: Noise Problems Cured


> I want to thank Russ Keen in particular but all of those who participated
in
> the thread concerning computer noise on the radio.  I had an S 6 to 7
noise
> level continuously on 80 and 160 meters here but started thinking when I
> read about Russ's experiences with his computer power supply.  I found
that
> the supplies in my computer and my wife's computer were very dirty and
even
> generated garbage when the computers themselves were shut off.  I changed
> both of them to new ones which said they were FCC certified for home and
> office use and my noise level on both bands without atmospherics is now S
2.
> It is so nice to hear stations on 80 again and participate in nets hearing
> all stations.
>
> Again, thanks guys and take care.  73
>
> Kevin, K7RX :)