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LDG KT-100 User Manual

LDG KT-100
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KT-100 OPERATIONS MANUAL MANUAL REV A
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LDG KT-100
Automatic Tuner for
Kenwood Transceivers
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 KT-100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeAutomatic Antenna Tuner
Tuning MethodAutomatic
SWR DetectionYes
Frequency Range1.8 to 54 MHz
Weight1.5 lbs
ConnectorsSO-239

Summary

INTRODUCTION

JUMPSTART, OR “REAL HAMS DON'T READ MANUALS!”

Provides essential first steps for operating the KT-100 before diving into details.

SPECIFICATIONS

AN IMPORTANT WORD ABOUT POWER LEVELS

Details power limits and risks of exceeding them for the tuner and transceiver.

Important Safety Warning

Warns about installing antennas near power lines and provides safety distances.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR KT-100

Front Panel

Describes the front panel layout, including the push button and LED indicators.

Rear Panel

Details the connectors and ports on the rear panel of the KT-100 tuner.

INSTALLATION

OPERATION

Basic Tuning Operation

Explains the two types of tuning cycles: memory and full tune.

Operation From the Kenwood Transceiver Front Panel

Explains how to initiate tuning via the transceiver's AT button.

Typical Location of AT Tuning Button on Kenwood Transceivers

Illustrates the location of the AT/TUNE button on popular Kenwood transceiver models.

Operation From the KT-100 Front Panel

Explains how to control tuning and bypass modes using the tuner's front panel button.

Tuning on the 6 Meter Band

Describes the specific procedure for tuning on the 6-meter band using the front panel button.

Status Indicators

Configuration Options

OPERATING HINTS

Transceiver Tuner Status Indication

Explains how Kenwood transceivers indicate the status of the external tuner.

Transceiver Tuner “Time-Out

Discusses the audible beep notification on some transceivers during long tuning cycles.

Specific Kenwood Transceiver Hints

Provides specific operating notes for various Kenwood transceiver models like TS-50, TS-2000, etc.

Application Information

Mobile Operation

Discusses suitability and installation considerations for mobile use of the KT-100 tuner.

MARS/CAP Coverage

Highlights the tuner's continuous coverage for MARS/CAP and other HF operations.

THEORY OF OPERATION

Some basic ideas about impedance

Introduces fundamental concepts of impedance in DC and RF circuits.

Transmitters, transmission lines, antennas, and impedance

Explains impedance matching, mismatches, and the concept of SWR in RF systems.

THE LDG KT-100

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

TWO-YEAR TRANSFERRABLE WARRANTY

OUT OF WARRANTY SERVICE

RETURNING YOUR PRODUCT FOR SERVICE

PRODUCT FEEDBACK

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