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Re: What would we like to improve our ham radio
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Steve Forst <[log in to unmask]>
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For blind ham radio operators <[log in to unmask]>
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Fri, 17 Apr 2015 06:42:50 -0400
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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
>
>
>
> 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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