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LDG AT-600Pro User Manual

LDG AT-600Pro
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AT-600PRO OPERATIONS MANUAL MANUAL REV A
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LDG AT-600Pro
600W Automatic
Antenna Tuner
LDG Electronics
1445 Parran Road
St. Leonard MD 20685-2903 USA
Phone: 410-586-2177
Fax: 410-586-8475
ldg@ldgelectronics.com
www.ldgelectronics.com
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LDG AT-600Pro Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandLDG
ModelAT-600Pro
CategoryTuner
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Jumpstart Operation Guide

Quick start guide for initial setup and operation.

Specifications

Power Level Guidelines

Discusses power handling capabilities and limitations.

Critical Safety Warnings

Critical safety advice regarding power lines and installation.

AT-600Pro Overview

Front Panel Controls

Describes the buttons, LED bargraph scales, and indicator LEDs.

Back Panel Connections

Details the connectors and jacks on the rear of the unit.

Installation Instructions

Connecting Equipment

Instructions for connecting the tuner to the transceiver and antenna.

Grounding and Surge Protection

Recommendations for grounding and lightning arrestors.

Basic Operation Procedures

Front Panel Button Usage

Explains how to use the front panel buttons for operation.

User Configurable Settings

Details how to access and configure user-settable options.

Peak vs. Average Power Display

How to toggle between average and peak power display modes.

Power Meter Scale Adjustment

How to select between 60W and 600W scales for the power meter.

Tuning Mode Settings

Explanation of fully automatic vs. semi-automatic tuning modes.

Automatic Tuning SWR Threshold

How to set the SWR threshold for automatic tuning.

Antenna Port Selection

How to switch between the two antenna ports.

Transmit and Receive Modes

How the AT-600Pro operates during transmit and receive.

Antenna Tuning

Tuning Cycle Basics

Overview of how tuning cycles are initiated.

Manual Memory Tuning

Procedure to initiate a memory tuning cycle.

Manual Full Tuning

Procedure to explicitly initiate a full tuning cycle.

Tuner Bypass Mode

How to place the tuner in bypass mode.

Troubleshooting Error Codes

Explains the different error codes and their meanings.

Error Code Visuals

Visual representation of various error codes.

Advanced Operation Modes

Manual L/C Adjustments

How to manually adjust inductance and capacitance values.

High/Low Impedance Relay Control

How to manually set the high/low impedance relay.

Saving Manual Tune Settings

Procedure to store manual adjustments in memory.

Checking Device Status

How to check the status of user settings.

Application Use Cases

Mobile Installation and Use

Guidance for using the tuner in a mobile environment.

RF Noise Considerations

Information about RF noise generated by the microprocessor.

Extended Frequency Coverage

Details on tuning coverage outside ham bands.

RF Impedance Theory

Understanding RF Impedance

Explains fundamental concepts of impedance in RF circuits.

System Impedance Matching

Explains impedance matching in RF systems.

SWR Explained

How SWR is measured and its significance.

Antenna Tuner Purpose

The role and limitations of antenna tuners.

LDG AT-600Pro Technical Details

Tuner Design and Algorithm

Details the tuner's design principles and tuning algorithm.

SWR Sensor and Microprocessor Function

Explains how the SWR sensor and microprocessor work.

Quick Reference Guide

Button Function Summary

Summary of button primary and secondary functions.

Tuning Interference Avoidance

Advice on proper tuning procedures to avoid interference.

Product Care and Support

Getting Technical Assistance

Information on how to get customer support.

Product Warranty Information

Details of the product warranty.

Out-of-Warranty Repair Service

Information on service after the warranty period.

Service Return Procedures

Providing Product Feedback

How to provide feedback on the product.

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