LDG Z-817
Auto Tuner 20W

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The LDG Z-817 is the ultimate autotuner for QRP radios including the Yaesu FT-817/817ND/818ND. The Z-817 interfaces to the CAT port (ACC) on the back of the FT-817/818 radio with the provided cable. Tuning could not be simpler; one button push on the tuner is all that is needed and the Z-817 takes care of the rest. It will switch to PKT mode, transmit a carrier, tune the tuner, then restore the radio to the previous mode! 2000 memories cover 160 through 6 meters.

Of course, the Z-817 will also function as a general purpose antenna tuner with other QRP radios. Just transmit a carrier and press the tune button on the tuner. The Z-817 is powered by four AA internal alkaline batteries (not included), so there are no additional cables required to use the Z-817. Latching relays are used so that power consumption is zero when not tuning allowing a set of batteries to last about one year. Includes 3 foot CAT DIN-8 radio interface cable. Also requires a coax jumper cable which is not supplied.

The LDG Z-817H was similar, but could handle up to 75 watts. LDG discontinued this "H" version. Click here view Z-817H

Specifications:
* Continuous coverage 1.8 to 54 MHz
* Power rating Z-817    (1.8 to 54 MHz): 0.1 to 20 watts SSB/CW
* Power rating Z-817H (1.8 to 54 MHz): 0.1 to 75 watts SSB/CW (30 watts digital)
* Latching relays for ultra low power consumption
* Tuning time: 0.5 to 6 seconds, 3 seconds average
* Antenna impedance: 6 to 600 ohms (about 10:1 SWR range). 16 to 150 on 6M (about 3:1)
* 2000 memories with FT-817/818 (200 with other radios)
* Power requirements: four AA cells
* Enclosure: 5.5 x 5.25 x 1.5 inches 9.3 oz (without AA cells)