[TenTec] Jupiter Autotuner upgrade?

Richards jruing at ameritech.net
Tue Nov 29 20:05:06 PST 2011


Based on my experience with the built-in auto tuner on my Omni VII it 
will not usually outdo the external tuners, but I don't know what MFJ 
tuner you have... but most will be more robust than the TT tuner.

That's MY take...

==========================  K8JHR ===========================


On 11/29/2011 12:26 PM, John wrote:
> I am considering adding the autotuner to my Jupiter.  My normal antenna
> for now is a G5RV with plans for getting my R-7 Vertical back on the air
> ASAP.  Other than making me feel better, what is gained by adding the
> autotuner to the mix.  The G5RV gets quirky to tune on 80 and 40 using
> my MFJ tuner. Will a G5RV be within the tuning range of the TT autotuner
> with these bands and antenna?  Any experiences are appreciated.
>
> 73,
>


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