In plain language: A computer that resets during transmission is usually reacting to RF entering power, USB, network, display, or chassis paths—or to a power-supply voltage problem under RF load.
Why an operator notices it
The useful clue is repeatability: which band, power level, mode, and cable arrangement triggers the reset. That pattern can distinguish radiated pickup, conducted RF, common-mode current, and ordinary DC power trouble.
Decisions that matter
- Test at the lowest power that reproduces the problem.
- Check station DC voltage and grounding before assuming RF.
- Identify every cable connected to the computer and remove nonessential paths one at a time.
A useful field check
- Restore the antenna return system and feed-line choke placement.
- Shorten or reroute vulnerable leads.
- Apply appropriate common-mode suppression at the entry point after the path is known.
Common wrong turns
- Clipping one ferrite onto every cable without diagnosis.
- Continuing at full power.
- Ignoring a weak power supply or shared AC circuit.
Technical foundation
This lesson translates established transmission-line and antenna practice into a field decision. Use the current equipment datasheet and Chameleon product guide for changing loss, power, connector, installation, and compatibility limits.
