Klippie: If you are running a frequency count on the crystal per se, you will NEVER see a difference in the frequency of the crystal...the trimmer compensates for variation in the quartz crystal frequency, IT DOESN'T CHANGE the frequency
generated by the crystal(yelling for emphasis, not to be a prick) - you have to be sure to properly check the crystal post trimmer. Try adjusting the trimmer(or checking it for life before proceeding),remembering that the trimmer never needs to be swung through more than 180 degree....the next 180 is the exact same thing and risks damaging it, though sometimes a few swipes back and forth will bring the contacts back into play by essentially cleaning the contacts. Just tweak it back, and check your time. Realistically, 10 hz in the crystal is almost inconsequential. THIS is the kind of thing that a knowledgable member of this forum should have just spoke up on right away.
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inspire the craft...you won't need your watches beyond this plane of existance, no matter WHERE you think you are going. 8)
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