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Originally Posted by Superfly1
OK... went out & took a few voltage measurements. From that I can tell everything is hooked up correct. Here is what I got...
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I am not brand new to the world of circuits and what not, just not overly versed in the subject. This is also the first time I have built one using a transistor. I have done my reading online as to what exactly a transistor does, but don't know how to test them or anything yet (what should I be looking for on each pin of the transistor?). This stuff fascinates me and I am trying to learn as I go, but this one has me stumped. I am really close to just putting in a push button somewhere indiscreet since I don't really want to spend $67 on a switch. |
I can understand your frustration. The cost becomes secondary when you start pulling your hair out. The Switch-Link box is different in design, uses different relays and components as well. We tested this design you are working with and had some problems. Designing, engineering, building printed circuit boards, packaging it all, etc is more expensive then buying parts at radio shack and hoping for the best. I understand, like you said, it's fascinating and fun building this kind of stuff. We just tried to design something clean, tested, and ready to install. It's not for everyone.
Check your transistor. We see defective ones that go bad quickly and sometimes don't work from the factory.