[Amps] Linearity metering

[R.Measures]

On Oct 7, 2004, at 6:16 PM, Jason Buchanan wrote:

>
> I noticed in the 1972/1973 ARRL handbooks that I have there is a 
> 4-1000A amplifier project with a linearity metering circuit.  Look for 
> the SS-2000 project.  This seems like an incredibly good idea, however 
> I have never seen anything like this in any other amplifier except for 
> something similar apparently in the ACOM 1000A (and presumably the 
> 2000).  It seems to me that the ability to tune for optimum linearity 
> would be a "Good Thing"(tm) and the circuit design appeard to be 
> simple to implement.
>
> Was the original designer of this circuit blowing smoke or is this 
> something worthwhile to add to a homebrew amp?
>
Jason -  As I recall, the Collins 30L-1 had a linearity metering 
circuit.
>
Richard L. Measures, AG6K, 805.386.3734.  www.somis.org