Heathkit V-6 VTVM problem

[Ed Richards]

No, You should calibrate to read 122 volts on the meter. Use a
straight-through probe (no resistor in the probe). Be certain to use an
isolation transformer. If you give up, send them to me and I will fix
them for parts cost only, plus shipping.

73,
Ed Richards

On Tue, 20 Feb 2001 06:09:37 -0700 Robert Wood <radiorob at SWBELL.NET>
writes:
> I have two Heathkit V-6 VTVMs my father bought from an estate sale.
> I replaced bad power supply filter capacitors in
> both units.  All functions work fine except I cannot calibrate the
> AC function on either unit.  Using 120VAC the best I can
> get is 90VAC with the AC CAL pot wide open.  In the manual the AC
> voltmeter specifications state "Scales reading R.M.S.
> (.707 of positive peak)."  This may be a stupid question but does
> this mean I should calibrate 120VAC to indicate 60VAC
> on the meter?  Appreciate any help I can get.   Robert
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