[AMPS] Ameritron ALS600

[G0MJW]

> I was wondering if there is a "sure-fire" mod for the ALS600 so that my
> Kenwood TS450 won't destroy the finals. According to Ameritron, the
Kenwood
> generates a full power spike at key-up which eventually blows the finals
> (Kenwood doesn't acknowledge this, of course).

The problem is not with your amplifier - it is with your TS450. I suggest
fixing or replacing it. If you supply a negative voltage to the ALC input of
the TS450, so that it delivers the power you need, does the spike no longer
appear ? If this is the case, then you have your solution.

Mike


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