Yup, that's going to be the plan, Butch.

Thanks to you and others on the list for the helpful thoughts.

Tom Behler: KB8TYJ


-----Original Message-----
From: For blind ham radio operators [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
On Behalf Of Butch Bussen
Sent: Sunday, November 30, 2014 12:55 PM
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Subject: Re: ARB704 Buffer Box Question

Personally, I'd keep it.  I like the added safety, then there is no question
you're protecting the internal relay.
73
Butch
WA0VJR
Node 3148
Wallace, ks.


On Sun, 30 Nov 2014, Tom 
Behler wrote:

> Hello, all.
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> As you know, I am seriously considering replacing my Tentec 238A manual
> tuner and Amaritron AL811H tube amplifier with an external auto-tuner that
> will accommodate high power, and an Amaritron ALS600 solid-state anp.  The
> tuner and amp will be interfaced with my TS590.
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> I currently have an ARB704 buffer box between my TS590 and my Amaritron
> AL811H.  This was suggested by our late friend Kevin (K7RX) as a way to
help
> protect the relays in the rig.
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> I am wondering if the ARB704 buffer box would be needed for the new setup?
> One way of thinking is that if I have it, I might as well keep using it as
> an extra layer of protection for the rig.  On the other hand, if it's not
> necessary, perhaps I could throw it in with my AL811H when I put it up for
> sale.
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> Any opinions on this would be appreciated.
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> Tom Behler: KB8TYJ
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