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Palstar AT2K - User Manual

Palstar AT2K
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Palstar Incorporated
9676 N. Looney Rd.,
Piqua, OH 45356 USA
Customer Service and Sales Telephone:
1-800-773-7931
Fax:
1-937-773-8003
Email:
info@palstar.com
Rev. 2.0 24 MAY 2010
© Copyright 2010 Palstar Inc.
Printed in the U.S.A.
AT2K 2000 Watt Antenna Tuner
Owner’s Manual
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Summary

Important Safeguards

Warnings and Precautions

Key safety warnings regarding fire, electrical shock, moisture exposure, and user-serviceable parts.

Operating Instructions

Essential operating guidelines covering reading instructions, handling, cleaning, ventilation, grounding, and power sources.

Continued Safeguards and Grounding

Further safety measures for power lines, overloading, liquid entry, servicing, replacement parts, and outdoor antenna grounding.

General Description

AT2 K Features and Design

Overview of the AT2K's design, impedance matching, metering capabilities, and key components like the roller inductor.

Installation

Unpacking and Location

Instructions for unpacking the AT2K, inspecting for damage, and choosing an appropriate installation location.

Installation Procedures

Steps for connecting transmitter, antenna, and dummy load cables, with warnings about RF voltages.

Rear Panel Connections Diagram

Detailed illustration and explanation of the AT2K's rear panel connectors for RF input, outputs, and power.

Front Panel Description

Front Panel Controls and Meters

Detailed explanation of front panel controls and meters, including power/SWR meter, peak hold, range, and inductor.

Front Panel Switches and Indicators

Explanation of front panel switches like DIRECT/TUNED mode and OUTPUT/INPUT capacitors, and indicators.

AT2 K Schematic

Circuit Diagram

Schematic diagram of the AT2K Antenna Tuner, showing internal components and connections.

Operating Your AT2 K

Before Operating and Tuning Setup

Pre-operation checks and initial tuning settings for different bands, including suggested control values.

Tuning Procedure and Notes

Step-by-step guide for tuning the AT2K for optimal SWR, with notes on acceptable SWR and feedline adjustments.

Maintenance and Tuning Tips

Guidance on regular maintenance of the roller coil and re-tuning procedures for different antennas.

Specifications

Technical Specifications

Detailed technical specifications of the AT2K, including frequency range, power, impedance, dimensions, and materials.

Service and Warranty

Limited Warranty

Details of the one-year limited warranty for material and workmanship defects under normal use.

Repair, Return, and Service Policy

Information on the repair policy, product return procedures, service rates, and shipping responsibilities.

Meter Board Adjustments

Meter Calibration and Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting meter board pots to ensure accurate calibration of the AT2K metering.

AT2 K Internal Photo

Internal Component Identification

Photograph identifying key internal components of the AT2K Antenna Tuner, such as capacitors and inductor.

User Notes

Operational Notes and Tips

A section reserved for user-added notes or observations regarding the operation of the AT2K.

Palstar AT2K Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPalstar
ModelAT2K
CategoryTuner
LanguageEnglish

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