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- Page 1 TurboTuner-2 Automatic Screwdriver Antenna Controller Model ITT-1 For: Icom HF Radios (Firmware Version R10) 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 Motor Pigtail Controller Radio Interface Cable 3.5mm Plug Tyco Plug Connects to...
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Page 3: Theory Of Operation
SWR is reached 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 4 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. Any changes will take effect on the next tuning cycle.
- Page 5 Antenna Direction Switch (SW1) Sets the direction of travel for the antenna. Most installations will operate with the NORMAL setting. If the antenna does not move in the proper direction, change the switch to the REVERSED setting Antenna Stall Current Switches (SW2, SW3, SW4) Used to set maximum stall current.
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Page 6: 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: Set Tuner Auto Start to OFF. Set Tuner PTT Start to OFF. Set CI-V Baud Rate to 19200. -
Page 7: Operation
Power off the radio to exit Set Mode and save the settings. Connections Connect the 3.5 mm audio plug from the TurboTuner-2 to the CI-V Remote Control jack on the back of the radio. Connect the 4-pin Tyco plug from the TurboTuner-2 to the Tuner Control Socket on the back of the radio. - Page 8 TurboTuner-2 will start 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. Press the TUNER/CALL button to exit “Tune” mode. Make sure you do this before changing frequency bands.
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Page 9: Troubleshooting
‘P’ – Antenna parking has begun or ended ‘T’ – Unable to tune. ‘S’ – Serial communication error. Will beep three in a row followed by a number. If this occurs, note the number and report to TennaTronix technical support. Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes &... - Page 10 When changing Change DIP Switch 1 frequency, antenna setting. moves in wrong direction. Serial communication error. TurboTuner-2 beeps a Ensure all radio series of three ‘S’ configuration items set as described. Antenna won’t tune on Ensure proper installation certain bands.
- Page 11 Your TurboTuner-2 is equipped with an LED near the motor connector that is connected to the antenna motor control lines. If SW1 is set for Normal operation, the LED will glow Green if the motor is going forward and Red if reverse. If SW1 is set for Reversed operation, then it will glow Red if going forward and Green if reverse.
- Page 12 The radio interface connector on the TurboTuner-2 is Molex part # 39-29-1068. The part numbers for the mating connector components on the radio interface cable are: Housing: Molex part # 39-01-2060, 6-pin Mini-Fit Jr. Contacts: Molex part # 39-00-0066, crimp receptacles.
- Page 13 Your receipt establishes eligibility for warranty service, so save your receipt. 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...
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