[Amps] Using autotuner in place of input network

[Phil Clements]

>Subject: [Amps] Using autotuner in place of input network


> Just wondering something.  Most recent transceivers
contain a built-in
> autotuner.  For a homebrewed amplifier, would this be
sufficient to
> replace the input network in a cathode driven amp?  I know
a Q of only 2
> or so is needed for good linearity and surely the
autotuner could
> furnish this... or could it?
>
> Would save a lot of trouble building a homebrew amp if
this worked.
>
> --
> 73, Bill W6WRT

The answer is absolutely not.
The ARRL and Bill Orr Handbooks, and others will explain
why.

(((73)))
Phil, K5PC