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LDG AT-600ProII User Manual

LDG AT-600ProII
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AT-600PROII OPERATIONS MANUAL MANUAL REV A
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LDG AT-600ProII
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

Table of Contents

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LDG AT-600ProII Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeAutomatic Antenna Tuner
Frequency Range1.8 - 54 MHz
Input Voltage13.8 VDC
Impedance50 ohms
Current Consumption200 mA
ConnectorsSO-239
Power Handling600W SSB/CW, 300W Digital

Summary

Introduction

Jumpstart, or "Real Hams Don't Read Manuals!"

Quick start guide for operating the AT-600ProII without reading the full manual.

Specifications

Power Levels

Information regarding the power handling capabilities and limitations of the AT-600ProII.

Safety Warning

Critical safety instructions regarding antenna installation and power line hazards.

Getting to Know Your AT-600ProII

Front Panel Overview

Description of the AT-600ProII's front panel, including pushbuttons and indicator LEDs.

Back Panel Overview

Detailed explanation of the connectors and ports on the rear panel of the AT-600ProII.

Installation

Basic Operation

Using the Front Panel Buttons

Explanation of how to operate the AT-600ProII using its front panel buttons and press types.

User Configuration Options

Details on how to access and configure user-settable options for the tuner's behavior.

Peak Mode On/Off

How to toggle between average and peak power display modes on the LED bargraph.

Wattmeter Scale

Explanation of how to switch between 60W and 600W scales on the power LED bargraph.

Automatic Tuning Mode

How to select between semi-automatic and fully automatic tuning modes for the tuner.

Automatic Tune SWR Threshold

How to set the SWR threshold for triggering automatic tuning cycles.

Antenna Selection

How to toggle between antenna ports and how settings are recalled.

Transmitting and Receiving

How the AT-600ProII displays power and SWR during transmit and receive operations.

Tuning

Basic Tuning Operation

Explanation of how tuning cycles are initiated and the two types available: memory and full tune.

Manual Memory Tune

How to initiate a memory tuning cycle by pressing the Tune button for a specific duration.

Manual Full Tune

How to explicitly initiate a full tuning cycle by pressing the Tune button for an extended period.

Bypass Mode

How to place the tuner in bypass mode and its functionality.

Error Indication

Explanation of different error codes and their meanings indicated by front panel LEDs.

Advanced Operation

Manual Inductor/Capacitor Adjustments

How to manually adjust inductance and capacitance settings using front panel buttons.

High/Low Relay Adjustment

How to manually set the high/low impedance relay for L-C or C-L configuration.

Manual Memory Store

How to store current relay settings into memory for the active frequency.

Status Check

How to check the status of various user settings by holding the Func button.

Application Notes

Mobile Operation

Guidance on installing and operating the AT-600ProII in a mobile environment.

Internally Generated RF Noise

Explanation of minor RF noise generated by the microprocessor during operation.

MARS/CAP Coverage

Information on the AT-600ProII's continuous tuning coverage for MARS/CAP.

Operation with External Meter

How to connect and use the LDG M-600 External Meter with the AT-600ProII.

Tuning Hints

Practical tips for optimizing tuning performance with the AT-600ProII.

Theory of Operation

Impedance Basics

Fundamental concepts of impedance and its relevance to antenna tuning.

Transmitters, Transmission Lines, and Impedance

Explanation of impedance matching in radio systems and the concept of SWR.

The LDG AT-600ProII

Tuning Etiquette

Care and Maintenance

Quick Reference

Technical Support

Two-Year Transferrable Warranty

Out of Warranty Service

Returning Your Product for Service

Product Feedback

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