Built a rough box to house the prototype until I build a pedestal.
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Print out the face plate images on sticky paper. Two images and
two plexi plates per radio. .
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Tape on a template and drill out holes
to match template. I used a scroll saw to cut the square areas.
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lining up a couple of rotary encoders for adjusting the radio digits.
Remember this is a prototype.
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plexi plate drilled out.
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Remove the backing from the printout and align to the plate.
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Installing rotary switches.
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Please note, this is a prototype and the finished radio will have a
dual concentric encoder, and a test button will replace
the left side rotary switch..
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A paper clip makes a good guide.
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Cut out with scroll saw.
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Checking the top and bottom plates for fit.
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Painting the plates.
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Making up leds for backlighting
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Drilled small hole for each led and glued in place. This may be
overkill but will see later.
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