I think I missed the beginning of this thread.  Could someone please tell me what is an ARB704 Buffer Box and please describe its use?  Thanks.

73
The Other Howard, WA9RYF
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Steve Dresser" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Sunday, November 30, 2014 10:38 PM
Subject: Re: ARB704 Buffer Box Question


> Tom,
> 
> I'm not sure whether you still need the box, but one advantage of continuing to use it is that you won't have to make up new cables to control the amplifier. Call me lazy, but I think that's worsh considering.
> 
> Steve
> 
> 
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Tom Behler <[log in to unmask]>
> ,to3 [log in to unmask]
> Date: Sunday, November 30, 2014 8:04
> Subject: ARB704 Buffer Box Question
> 
>>
>>
>> Hello, all.
>> 
>>  
>> 
>> 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.
>> 
>>  
>> 
>> 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.
>> 
>>  
>> 
>> 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.
>> 
>>  
>> 
>> Any opinions on this would be appreciated.
>> 
>>  
>> 
>> Tom Behler: KB8TYJ
>> 
>>