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Palstar AT2KD - User Manual

Palstar AT2KD
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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
Version 1.0 2010.01.15
© Copyright 2010 Palstar Inc.
Printed in the U.S.A.
AT2KD 2000 Watt Antenna Tuner
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Summary

Important Safeguards

General Warnings and Cautions

General warnings about fire, shock, moisture, and proper ventilation.

Operating Instructions and Precautions

Detailed safety and operating instructions, including cleaning, water, and accessory placement.

Electrical Safety and Grounding

Guidelines for power sources, cord protection, lightning safety, and grounding.

Important Safeguards contd

Power Line and Overload Safety

Safety rules regarding overhead power lines and outlet overloading.

Object Entry and Servicing Safety

Precautions against object entry, liquid spills, and self-servicing.

Service and Maintenance Requirements

Conditions requiring service, replacement parts, and safety checks.

Outdoor Antenna Grounding

Requirements and methods for proper outdoor antenna grounding.

Calibration Controls

Meter Calibration Adjustments

Note regarding calibration adjustments and accuracy checks for metering.

Calibration Control Diagram

Visual guide to calibration pots on the meter board.

General Description

AT2 KD Overview and Features

Description of the AT2KD tuner, its purpose, and key features.

Tuning Mechanism and Controls

Explanation of the tuning process and front panel controls like vernier dial and inductor crank.

Specifications

Front Panel Specifications

Details of front panel indicators, controls, and switches.

Rear Panel Connections

List and description of rear panel connectors.

General Specifications

Technical specs including frequency, power, impedance, dimensions, and materials.

Installation

Unpacking and Inspection

Instructions for unpacking, inspecting for damage, and keeping packaging.

Location Selection

Guidance on choosing a suitable operating location for the tuner.

Installation Procedures

Steps for connecting transmitter, amplifier, antenna, and dummy load.

Service and Warranty

Limited Warranty Terms

Details of the one-year limited warranty for defects in material and workmanship.

Repair and Return Policies

Guidelines for product service, repair, and return procedures.

Installation contd.

Rear Panel Connectors Diagram

Labeled diagram illustrating the rear panel connectors.

Operating Your AT2 KD contd

Tuning Procedure and Notes

Steps for tuning, SWR targets, and maintenance notes like cleaning.

Recording Tuning Settings

Importance of recording settings for future tuning reference.

Front Panel Description

Metering and Power Controls

Description of the POWER/SWR METER, PEAK HOLD, PEAK, RANGE, and POWER controls.

Operating Your AT2 KD contd

Detailed Tuning Steps

Step-by-step guide for tuning the antenna, including transmitter power adjustment.

Roller Inductor Caution

Warning about potential damage when using the roller inductor near its limits.

Operating Your AT2 KD

Pre-Operation Checks and Tuning

Initial checks and starting tuning process with suggested settings.

160 Meter Band Operation

Specific requirement for 12VDC power for 160 Meter band operation.

Front Panel Description

Inductor and 160 M Switch

Description of the variable ceramic roller inductor and the 160 Meter switch.

TUNE Control and Mode Switch

Explanation of the TUNE control and the DIRECT/TUNED MODE switch functions.

AT2 KD Schematic

Schematic Diagram

Complete circuit diagram of the AT2KD antenna tuner.

Component Identification

Identification of key components within the schematic diagram.

Palstar AT2KD Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency Range1.8 - 30 MHz
Impedance50 Ohms
Weight10 lbs
Input/Output ConnectorsSO-239
TypeAntenna Tuner
Power Handling2000 Watts
Antenna SwitchYes
MeterSWR / Power

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