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- Page 1 TurboTuner-2 Automatic Screwdriver Antenna Controller Model KTT-1 For: Kenwood TS-480/TS-2000 User’s Manual TennaTronix.com...
- Page 2 Congratulations on purchasing the TurboTuner-2 Automatic Screwdriver Antenna Controller. Your TurboTuner-2 kit contains the following parts: 1. Controller 2. Radio Interface Cable Antenna Motor 3. Motor Pigtail Connector...
- Page 3 Motor Pigtail Controller Radio Interface Cables Connects to Connects to AT jack COM jack...
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Page 4: Theory Of Operation
SWR is less than 1.5:1 at the current operating frequency. This is accomplished by using the “Tune” function of the radio to supply RF power while the TurboTuner-2 moves the screwdriver antenna up or down and constantly measures the SWR until the minimum is found. Once found, the antenna motor is stopped and the radio is placed back in receive mode. - Page 5 TurboTuner-2 Setup Prior to installation, set the DIP switches on the TurboTuner- 2 to match your installation according to the descriptions below. Note: You can always change the DIP switch settings after installation. Just power off the radio, change the setting, and then power the radio back on.
- Page 6 SWR Threshold Switch (SW5) Most installations will operate in the NORMAL position. However, if the TurboTuner-2 fails to tune on a certain band (that is, SWR is never goes below 1.5:1), try the ALTERNATE setting. In this mode, the TurboTuner-2 will complete the tuning process when the lowest SWR is found.
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Page 7: Radio Setup
Radio Setup Prior to operating the TurboTuner-2, there are a few settings on the radio that must be adjusted as shown below. Refer to your radio’s Instruction Manual for details on how to set these values. For TS-2000 Set the Baud Rate to 19200 using menu item 56. -
Page 8: Operation
In approx. 3 seconds, the antenna will start moving and the TurboTuner-2 will start polling the radio and searching for the lowest SWR. When the lowest SWR is found, the TurboTuner-2 will beep a Morse code ‘K’ and return the radio to receive mode. - Page 9 TurboTuner-2 from initiating another tune cycle when the band is changed. If a low SWR cannot be found after the antenna make one reversal, the TurboTuner-2 will beep as series of Morse code ‘E’s and return the radio to receive mode. Parking The TurboTuner-2 is equipped with and “Park”...
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Page 10: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes & Solutions PF/AT button does Make sure all the radio not work configuration items are set as described above. Make sure the selected frequency is within band. Antenna reverses Stall current set too low. direction before reaching end of travel... - Page 11 Troubleshooting (cont’d) Ensure interface cable TurboTuner-2 dead, connected to AT jack on no beep at startup, back of radio. tuning will not start Remove cover and verify internal fuse in not blown. Fuse is 5x20mm 3A Fast Blow.
- Page 12 Radio Interface Connector The radio interface connector on the side of the TurboTuner-2 contains the signals from the radio that are necessary to operate. Those signals are described below: 1: Key – Signal from controller to radio to start RF transmit.
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Page 14: Specifications & Ratings
The TurboTuner-2 is not warranted against damage, abuse, or other failure caused by the customer or natural calamity (such as lightning). This includes damage caused by operating the TurboTuner-2 beyond or outside of its specifications or by not following good amateur radio practice. Contact...
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