Scott:

A 40-amp power supply will be more than adequate for the TMV71A, especially 
when you consider the maximum power draw of the rig on high power is about 
12 amps, if I remember correctly.

As for Anderson power poles, you will need two sets--one for the positive 
connection to the power supply, and one for the negative connection.

I would strongly suggest not altering the rig's power connector.  In other 
words, use the DC power connector that is provided with the rig, and then 
attach your power pole connectors to the tinned bare wire power connections 
on the other end of the provided power cord, and the DC power cord that you 
ultimately will connect to the supply.

P.S.  West Mountain Radio sells a great Anderson Power crimping tool that 
makes very sound power pole connections, without the need for soldering.

I can provide you with the link if you'd like, but you could probably just 
as easily get the needed information via a google search.

I hope this helps at least a little.

Tom Behler: KB8TYJ


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Scott Van Gorp" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Wednesday, March 20, 2013 3:54 PM
Subject: power supply and power pole recommendations with the tmv-71a


> Good Afternoon List:
>
>
>
> I'm finally in the position where I will soon be ordering a Tmv-71a for 
> use
> in my apartment and mobile.  I found a 40-amp Diamond switching power 
> supply
> from Associated radio.  Would this supply work well, or is there another
> recommendation I should follow?  Also, I was considering getting Anderson
> power poles for this as well.  How many sets will I actually need?  I've
> never seen those actually set up before so I'm not sure if I need a set 
> for
> the power supply and a set for the radio itself.  How difficult are those 
> to
> set up?  Thanks for any help and suggestions.
>
>
>
> 73:
>
>
>
> Scott Van Gorp, K0NFB
>