Instruction manual

FMLP1 • 12
RAMSEY ASSEMBLY STRATEGY
As you can see in examining the circuit board and components, there is a bit
more to this kit than just soldering a few parts. So that you don't spend extra
time "troubleshooting" instead of getting on the air, we strongly recommend that
you follow the assembly strategy and step-by-step procedures we provide.
Our strategy in installing parts on the PC board is to deal with the surface
mount components first, then work upward from the board as the parts overlap.
This makes working with the smaller size parts easier and reduces the
occurrence of installation errors. Use a good pair of tweezers to place the parts.
FMLP1 ASSEMBLY
Use the boxes to check off your progress.
Check all received parts against the Parts list on page 9. The parts list
describes the various markings that may be found on the kit parts.
In ALL the following instruction steps, our word "INSTALL" means to line up the
component as shown in the parts layout diagram and solder any and all
electrical contacts respectively.
SMT components often are marked with very small indicators in the form of a
letter followed by a number to show the parts value i.e. ‘A1’ = 10 pF. The proper
markings are listed in the build procedure for each component as they are
installed. Use of a x5 eye loupe or magnifying glass makes parts identification
easier. To avoid confusion, the SMT chip capacitors have been taped to an ID
sheet; try not to mix them up. Even though they look the same, putting the
wrong value part anywhere in the circuit will greatly reduce its performance.
Mounting all the chip caps with the marking indicator facing upward will make
troubleshooting easier if you should have any problems.
Enough said. . . Let's get building!
SMT Capacitor Installation
 1. Install C1, 10 pF chip capacitor (marked A1)
 2. Install C2, 10 pF chip capacitor (marked A1)
 3. Install C3, 12 pF chip capacitor (marked C1)
 4. Install C4, 27 pF chip capacitor (marked L1)
 5. Install C5, 27 pF chip capacitor (marked L1)
 6. Install C6, 27 pF chip capacitor (marked L1)