Ramsey Electronics Rat Blaster RB1 Assembly And Instruction Manual - Rb1

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    Rb1 1 ramsey electronics model no. Rb1 got a problem with furry intruders in your yard or garden? Here is a professional strength repeller designed to send those pesky critters running with their tails between their legs. A convenient, nature friendly method of keeping animals away from where you do...

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    Rb1 2 partial list of available kits: ramsey transmitter kits · fm10c, fm25b fm stereo transmitters · am1c, am25 transmitter ramsey receiver kits · fr1c fm broadcast receiver · ar1c aircraft band receiver · ar2 aircraft band receiver · sr2c shortwave receiver · aa7c active antenna · sc1c shortwave c...

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    Rb1 3 rb1 rat blaster ramsey publication no. Mrb1 price $5.00 table of contents introduction ..................................... 4 how does it work? ......................... 5 learn as you build ......................... 6 parts list ......................................... 7 parts layout diagra...

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    Rb1 4 introduction to the rb1 rat blaster this is a practical project for people with problems with furry intruders in their yard, not just rats. The rat blaster is useful in repelling all kinds of wildlife. The list includes deer, dogs, cats, all rodents, and even some insects. This is the safest, ...

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    Rb1 5 how does it work? Here is where we get into a little circuit analysis. If you just want to plug it in and start scaring off critters, you can skip this section. Otherwise here is some insight into why and how this rb1 works. We will use the schematic located at the center of the manual to anal...

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    Rb1 6 ramsey “learn-as-you-build” assembly strategy be sure to read through all of the steps, and check the boxes as you go to be sure you didn't miss any important steps. Although you may be in a hurry to see results, before you switch on the power, check all wiring and capacitors for proper orient...

  • Page 7: Ramsey Rb1 Parts List

    Rb1 7 ramsey rb1 parts list semiconductors 1 4001 quad dual input nor gate (u3) 1 xr-2209 voltage controlled oscillator (u2) 1 ne555 timer (u1) 2 2n3904 npn transistors (to92 package marked 3904) (q3,4) 2 221-334 pnp transistors (flat to92 package marked 221-334) (q1,2) 1 1n4002 rectifie...

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    Rb1 8 rb1 parts layout diagram.

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    Rb1 9 construction of the rat blaster: sort out your parts to begin with, making sure you have all of the parts required. You can use old egg cartons to hold various parts to make them easier to find. We will begin building the kit starting with the lower profile parts to make it easier for us to mo...

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    Rb1 12 11. Install d1, the 1n4002 power diode. This diode prevents the possibility of someone using the incorrect power supply and inadvertently connecting the power backwards. Make sure the banded end of the diode (cathode) is installed in the same direction as shown in the parts layout diagram. ...

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    Rb1 13 25. Install c2, the last .1uf disc capacitor (marked .1 or 104). 26. It is time to install the transistors, starting with q3, a 2n3904. Transistors have three legs and must be mounted correctly. Notice that the part has a flat side. Orient the flat side as shown on the parts layout. To in...

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    Rb1 14 smaller of the two switches and has six leads. Press it firmly into the board and solder all six leads. 36. Install s2, the 3pdt power setting switch. After pushing firmly into the board, solder all eight connections. 37. It is now time to install the hookup wire that will connect your co...

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    Rb1 15 initial testing: connect a suitable 12 volt supply to j1- either 12 vac or 12 vdc ( positive tip). set the frequency range switch to low. before turning on the power, please read the warning below (also on the back of the case) warning to eliminate any possible risk of hearing loss, avo...

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    Rb1 16 troubleshooting guide: if your rb1 does not work at all, recheck the following: correct orientation of diodes, electrolytic capacitors, ics and transistors. resistor color codes; 2.2k and 22k resistors are easily confused. The orange and red color bands look the same under certain conditi...

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    Rb1 17 using your rat blaster: certain animals are affected by different frequency settings and other factors that you can change to repel the pests that are bothering you. The information below should help you get the best results from your rat blaster. Dogs: dogs respond best to the low frequency ...

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    Rb1 18 notes ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ___________________________________...

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    Rb1 19 the ramsey kit warranty 1. General: notice that this is not a "fine print" warranty. We want you to understand your rights and ours too! All ramsey kits will work if assembled properly. The very fact that your kit includes this new manual is your assurance that prior to release of this kit, a...

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    Rb1 20 table of contents introduction ..................................... 4 learn as you build ......................... 6 parts list ......................................... 7 parts layout diagram ..................... 8 construction ................................... 9 schematic diagram .........