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TEN-TEC
MODEL 229 ANTENNA TUNER
OWNER'S MANUAL
Part # 74123
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Summary

General Information

Specifications

Lists technical specifications including RF power, frequency range, impedance, and physical dimensions.

Installation Instructions

Step-by-step guide for connecting the tuner to the transmitter, ground, and antennas.

Operating the Antenna Tuner

Matching Procedure

Procedure for adjusting controls to achieve optimal SWR for a given antenna.

Antenna Selection

How to connect and choose between multiple antennas, including wire and balanced line types.

Power and SWR Meter

Important Cautions

Operating Hints

Circuit Description

Antenna Systems Matching Theory

The Antenna

The Transmission Line

Transmission Line Effects on Impedance

Standing Wave Ratio (SWR)

Overall Summary

Alignment and Calibration

SWR Bridge Adjustment

Steps for adjusting the SWR bridge for accurate readings.

Watt Meter Calibration

Instructions to calibrate the internal watt meter using an external device.

Pilot Lamp Replacement

Dial String Replacement

160 Meter Band Note

Ten-Tec 229 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeAntenna Tuner
Frequency Range1.8 - 30 MHz
Impedance50 ohms
Tuning MethodManual
ConnectorsSO-239

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