[TenTec] Amplifier Decision???
Dennis Baumgarte
dbaumgarte at hvc.rr.com
Fri Feb 13 18:53:18 EST 2004
John Sanders wrote:
> I'm new to Ham Radio es still in learn mode. I only wrk CW es would like
> to boost my power vry slightly for the difficult QSOs. I hv two options
> that I am considering so would appreciate all ideas es suggestions.
>
> Option 1: Purchase an Centurion from Ten-Tec. This is my preferred option
> but would necessitate adding a difficult (if not impossible) circuit to the
> shack.
>
> Option 2: I hv an opportunity to purchase an Ameritron 811H but am not sure
> it will be compatible with my Orion. The Orion Manual shows a connection
> from the Orion's "amp key" to the amps "key input" connection. An 811H Amp
> does not have a "key input" connection but does hv a "relay" connection
> which might be what is needed. The Orion does not hv an ALC connection
> and the 811H does. Also Ameritron offers an ARB-704 "amp-to-radio interface"
> which could be needed for this hookup??? I realize this amp is not QSK.
> I'm hoping someone has made the connection from Orion to 811H and would
> share their thoughts.
>
> TNX ahead es 73
> John / KG4WNA
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Before you get any amp; Make sure that you have the best coax and ant as the amp
will not help in
hearing the station you louder signal will get you....KB2TM 73's Dennis
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