Palstar COMMANDER VHF-144 - User Manual

COMMANDER VHF-144
2 METER LINEAR AMPLIFIER
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Owner’s Manual
PALSTAR, INC.
Command Technologies Division
9676 N. Looney Road
Piqua, Ohio 45356
U.S.A.
Customer Service and Sales Telephone: 800-773-7931
Fax: 937-773-8003
E-mail: info@palstar.com

Summary

Palstar Commander VHF-144 2 Meter Linear Amplifier Owners Manual

Introduction to the Palstar Commander VHF-144

Palstar Commander VHF-144 Inside Layout

Commander VHF-144 Technical Specifications

Unpacking Instructions and Safety Precautions

Palstar Commander VHF-144 Panel Layouts

Front Panel Layout

Overview of the front panel controls and indicators for the amplifier.

Rear Panel Layout

Installation Preparation for Commander VHF-144

Commander VHF-144 Operating Procedure

Commander VHF-144 Operating Hints and Conditions

Operating Hints

Typical Operating Conditions

Table showing expected drive, grid current, plate current, and power output.

Commander VHF-144 Warranty and Service Policies

Limited Warranty

Commander VHF-144 HV Power Supply Schematic

Commander VHF-144 AC Mains and Step-Start Board Schematic

Commander VHF-144 Control and Metering Board Schematic

Commander VHF-144 RF Deck Schematic

Commander VHF-144 T;R Relay Board Schematic

Commander VHF-144 Voltage Doubler Power Supply Board Schematic

Palstar COMMANDER VHF-144 Specifications

General

Frequency Range	144-148 MHz
Input Impedance	50 ohms
Tuning	Manual
Weight	35 lbs
Mode	SSB/CW/FM
Gain	15 dB
Output Impedance	50 ohms
Power Supply	Internal
Cooling	Forced Air
Current Drain	15 A