Tnx Pat,
I'll hang onto this for future reference. I currently have a TW-1
which I use for the tune tones, and aWavenode WN-2 which I use for swr
and power readings (along with the talking meter in the 590).
The ATOM might be useful for someone who can't get their hands on a
TW-1, can't afford the powermaster/hampod combo, or can't find one of
the old tuning aids blind hams used years ago.
73, Steve KW3A
73, Steve KW3A
On 4/16/2015 9:06 PM, Pat Byrne wrote:
> Steve,
> I am attaching a message this listserv got last summer. I think it
> addresses your requirement for an inline power indicator. Retirement
> stinks - I'm having to wait too long to get my ham toys, but this one
> is near the top of the list.
> Hope it helps.
> Pat, K9JAU
>
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>
> From: Mike Keithley <[log in to unmask]>
> Subject: The ATOM1000
> To: [log in to unmask]
>
> Hello list,
>
> I am producing the new version of the Audible Transmitter Output
> Monitor (ATOM) for $100. This version can handle 1 kilowatt from 160
> to 6 meters, has better QRP performance and is more stable over the
> life of the battery. Unlike the old version, which was silent when
> turned on, This unit ticks slowly with no signal so you'll never
> forget to turn it off!
>
> ATOM gives you a qualitative measure of RF power output when inserted
> in a match line to a tuner or antenna. It is not an SWR meter. It can
> also be used to tune old tube finals and as an excitation indicator
> at the input of a linear amplifier. It can be very useful when
> tracking the cause of a lack of RF in a signal path.
>
> I have not updated my website yet, but I wanted you to know that the
> new ATOM is being produced.
>
> Thank you.
>
>
> The web address is blind-ham-products.com.
>
>
> At 04:42 PM 4/16/2015, you wrote:
>> A few days late, but I'll throw this one out: How
>> about an inline
>> tuning aid for adjusting manual tuners or tube amps? Most of us
>> aren't able to dig into the amp to hook up an oscillator, or whatever.
>> A unit to go in the feedline and act like a TW-1 with tones for
>> getting a low SWR, or for tuning an amp for high power would be nice.
>>
>> 73, Steve KW3A
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