Frank:

I completely echo what Dave says here. ... I also use an ALS600 with an MFJ
998 auto-tuner, and find the setup a breeze to operate.

The only thing I initially needed sighted assistance with was getting the
MFJ 998 to recognize my Kenwood TS590.  The setting was in one of the setup
menus, and was not readily accessible.  After that, it was simply a set it
and forget it type of thing.

Tom Behler: KB8TYJ


-----Original Message-----
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On Behalf Of Dave Basden
Sent: Tuesday, December 08, 2015 7:21 PM
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Subject: Re: Blind friendly solid state amps

I am using an ALS-600 and it is a breeze to use.  About the only control of
interest is the bandswitch.  You wil have to buy the 10 and 12 meter unit
separately, but it is only $40 and easy to install.  No soldering--just open
the cabinet, put it in position, and put in four bolts.  The bolts provide
the connections I guess.  I use it with the MFJ-998 autotuner, which takes
care of the matching with only a single button push.

73,

Dave, W7OQ

dAt 03:46 PM 12/8/2015, you wrote:
>Hi all, I am considering getting an amp for 10 to 75m SSB. I would like 
>a s= maller solid state amp. Does anyone have any recommendations as to 
>what may=
>  be easiest to use for someone who is totally blind. I have had one 
>recomme= ndation of an Ameritron 600 but would like to hear other opinions.
>Thanks
>Frank