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How to integrate both a Palstar AT-Autotuner and an SPE Expert 1.3K amplifier without internal tuner
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Bob KN4HH
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I have seen many posts for either the tuner or amp integration. However I just received a Palstar AT-Autotuner and My SPE Expert 1.3K will be delivered on Tuesday and I would like to integrate both units with my 6500. I ordered my amp without the internal tuner. I would appreciate instructions on how to integrate both units. I realize that when SSDR 1.10 is released, the process will be easier. For now I would appreciate instructions using DDUtil.
Thanks, Bob, KN4HH
Thanks, Bob, KN4HH
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Hi Capt Bob
Most guys use DDutil to interface the SPE amp and the Flex 6xxxx. The Palstar AT auto can be run in DDutil as well.
Ddutil will allow a frequency or band change on the Flex to be seen by the Amp. The Tuner will tune when you send a RF signal to it. Best practice is to send a low wattage Tune signal to it.
If your antenna is resonate you might just use the Flex built in tuner and not need the AT Tuner sometimes I run this way depending on my Antenna.
Best of Luck
Capt.
Ian0 -
Thanks so much, Ian. I have the Palstar tracking with the Flex via DDUtil just for grins. It does a good job of recalling saved tuning settings and even in-band QSY's. My antenna is not resonant on all bands so that is why I am using an external tuner (the Expert tuner only has 3:1 range). With an external tuner, I wasn't sure if there was any benefit to integrating the amp.
Thanks again, Bob
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