The only problem I can see with this tuner is not having the ability to
break the PTT line between the rig and amplifier (confirmed by Array
Solutions).
A high power tuner should operate like the SGC-500 or the 1500 wat MFJ
auto tuner. When a tuning cycle begins it should interrupt the ptt line
to the amp so it can tune under low power, then when the tuning cycle is
complete, allow the ptt line to key the amp.
Rich - N5ZC
Richards wrote:
> Hey -- I just say an ad in QST for an Array Solutions 800 WATT
> REMOTE TUNER =
>
> CG-5000 Automatic Antenna Tuner // Cost = $980. //
>
> http://www.arraysolutions.com/Products/cg_5000.htm
>
> Hmmm.... maybe this is robust "enough" to get the job done. It
> would allow substantial power, while providing remote tuning.
> 800 watts should be enough power - especially if the remote tuner
> makes it all more efficient and helps cut down on coax losses.
>
> Whaddaya think?
>
> ================ Richards - K8JHR ==============
>
>
> jimlux wrote:
>
>> The SGC 500W tuner is, as I recall, about $1500.. the Palstar 1500W
>> autotuner is $1200, but not exactly designed for driving a vertical, nor
>> is it in a weatherproof box.. The LDG is similar.
>>
>>
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