You will have no problem in tuning I'm quite sure.
For the 160 and 80 mtr bands, the plate tuning knob points to about 10:00
and all other bands, it points to about 1:00 to 2:30 o'clock.
The loading knob is usually around 12:00 to 1:30 O'clock possition.
The small knob next to the plate on/off switch I never change; just leave at
12:00 O'clock.
I think that is about you will need to know.
I hope this helps you!
If you have more questions, just ask.
I have been very happy with mine for the past 5 years having made many QSO's
with it.
If you get one, I have free long distance calling and would be glad to walk
you through the process.
73
Lowell W8QIY
----- Original Message -----
From: "Steve Forst" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Monday, August 06, 2007 10:30 AM
Subject: Re: TW-1 to tune an amp?
> Tnx Lowell for your info on this. I knew someone on the list had the
> AL-80B, but didn't remember who.
>
> I do use the swr tone on the TW-1 to tune my Palstar tuner and am happy
> with how easy that process is.
>
>
> Do you use a cheat sheet and/or tactal markings on the amp controls to
> get
> in the ballpark after band changes, then just fine tune it? Or does each
> band change require you to start from scratch?
>
> Maybe an oddly phrased question, but I've never had an amp and am trying
> to
> get a picture of all this in my head. I have read the tune up procedure
> in the AL-80b online manual, and could see myself yanking out the few
> hairs
> I have left. But everyone who has responded to my question seems to do
> just fine, so maybe my lack of amp experience just has me paranoid.
>
> 73, Steve KW3A
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Lowell Miller" <[log in to unmask]>
> To: <[log in to unmask]>
> Sent: Monday, August 06, 2007 9:56 AM
> Subject: Re: TW-1 to tune an amp?
>
>
>> Yes, I am using the TW1 with my AL80B with perfect success!
>> Just put the TW1 in forward power mode with the tone on and tune for max.
>> I also tune my out-board antenna tunner with it as well; puting the TW1
>> in
>> SWR mode with tone on.
>> Then you can know exactly what is going on.
>> This all works great!
>> 73
>> Lowell W8QIY
>> ----- Original Message -----
>> From: "steve" <[log in to unmask]>
>> To: <[log in to unmask]>
>> Sent: Saturday, August 04, 2007 10:50 AM
>> Subject: TW-1 to tune an amp?
>>
>>
>>> After 20 years in the hobby, I am thinking about getting my first HF
>>> amp.
>>> I still haven't settled the age old question of solid state vs. tube
>>> amp,
>>> but am wondering how difficult it is to tune up a tube type amp.
>>>
>>> I have the LDG TW-1 and wonder if it is any help in tuning up a tube
>>> amp?
>>> What exactly is the tune up process?
>>>
>>> Anyone used the AL-80B with the optional grid protection circuit?
>>>
>>> Am only considering buying new, so any info pro or con on current amps
>>> and
>>> their use would be most welcome.
>>>
>>> 73 and tnx, Steve KW3A
>>
>>
>>
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