Hi Steve!
On the contrary, please, keep the advice coming! My rig is a Kenwood
TS-2000. I have purchased the radio interface cable for it, the MFJ-5114K.
Indeed, I have seen in the manual the information about the needed jumper
and radio interface setup menu setting.
I think among the first things I will do with my MFJ-998 is perform 1) a
"total reset", 2) a "self test", and 3) a "power on" test. Checking to
ensure the jumper is installed is a must for my situation. There are a few
other tests such as a "relay test" and some calibration routines such as the
watt meter calibration; but these seem sort of hard, tedious and perhaps
unnecessary. Am I correct about that? Are there any other things I should
do?
I got this MFJ-998 for $400 plus the additional ~$35 I had to spend for the
power source (the MFJ-1316). It looks, so I am told, to be in good
condition. So, I think I got a good deal. If for any reason it turns out
not to be in good working condition, I can return it within 14 days for a
full refund.
Merry Christmas & 73,
Richard KK6MRH
-----Original Message-----
From: For blind ham radio operators [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
On Behalf Of Steve Forst
Sent: Thursday, December 24, 2015 1:37 PM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Re: Is the Interface Cable for the MFJ-998 Enough for Power?
Richard,
Since you got the tuner used, you might want to find out (if possible) what
radio the previous owner used it with.
There is an internal jumper that needs to be changed if used with some
brands of radio. The default position of the jumper is correct for Kenwood
and some Yaesu's, but needs to be removed for some Icom's.
Not trying to make things more complicated. I think the jumper will be in
place in most installs, so it is probably there and you will be good
to go. If it was removed for some reason it won't interface correctly.
73, enjoy the toy, Steve KW3A
On 12/24/2015 12:26 PM, Richard B. McDonald wrote:
> Hey All!
>
> Boy am I glad I asked this question here. I asked this of MFJ, and
> they specifically told me that the radio interface cable provides all
> the power needed. After the replies here, I looked to the manual. It
> clearly says that you must have the power source connected, and that
> the radio interface cable does not provide power to the tuner.
> Indeed, it also says that you need to turn on the tuner first before you
turn on your radio.
>
> The MFJ-998 I purchased is used. It does not come with the power
> cord. So, I just purchased the MFJ-1316 power supply for the MFJ-998.
>
> Many thanks & 73,
> Richard KK6MRH
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: For blind ham radio operators
> [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
> On Behalf Of Tom Behler
> Sent: Thursday, December 24, 2015 6:49 AM
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: Re: Is the Interface Cable for the MFJ-998 Enough for Power?
>
> Richard:
>
> In addition to the Kenwood interface cable, there is a separate DC
> power cord for the MFJ 998. That additional power cord should come
> with your unit. And, you will need a DC power source to power the tuner.
>
> With everything connected properly, the MFJ 998 will not operate
> unless your rig is turned on.
>
> I hope this is stated clearly. If not, please ask, and I'll try again.
>
> Tom Behler: KB8TYJ
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: For blind ham radio operators
> [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
> On Behalf Of Richard B. McDonald
> Sent: Thursday, December 24, 2015 7:40 AM
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: Is the Interface Cable for the MFJ-998 Enough for Power?
>
> Hi!
>
>
>
> I have purchased an MFJ-998 auto tuner. It does not come with the
> separate power supply for it, the MFJ-1316. However, I plan to use
> the rig interface cable for it, the MFJ-5114K for my Kenwood TS-2000.
> So, 1) does the interface cable provide enough power to the MFJ-998
> while the TS-2000 is powered on, and also 2) if the TS-2000 is not
> powered on can I still turn on the MFJ-998 and adequately operate it
(e.g., manipulate its menus)?
>
>
>
> 73,
>
> Richard KK6MRH
>
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