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MFJ 2004 Ham Buyers Guide See inside for these New MFJ Products! 300W Automatic Tuner Tiny Travel Tuner DC Multi-Outlet Strips Ultra-fast, 2000 memories, antenna Fits in the palm of your hand! 150 has both 5-way binding posts switch, 4:1 balun, Cross-Needle and Watts, 80-10 Meters, Bypass Switch and Digital SWR/Wattmeter, 1.8-30 MHz Anderson PowerPole® connectors MFJ-902 $7995 $ 95 MFJ-1129 $ 95 109 MFJ-993 259 Four New models -- balun, Four new high current 150, 300, 600 Watt models. . . SWR/Wattmeter . . . DC multi-outlet strips . . . See Back Cover See Page 6 See Page 16 Balanced Line Dummy Load Manual Mic/Radio Switch Antenna Tuner SWR/Wattmeter Screwdriver Switch any 2 mics 1.5kW, to any 2 rigs Superb Antenna peak reading Covers 40-2 Meters balance, switchable 1.8-54 MHz, to external MFJ-1662 $ 95 $ 95 300 Watts antenna 129 MFJ-1263 99 $ 95 $ 95 MFJ-974H 189 MFJ-267 149 Four new models . . . Three new models . . . See Page 7 See Page 9 See Page 42 See Page 21

10 foot Antenna 160-6 Meter 1.5 kW 4:1 Glazed 4 Foot Telescopic Tripod Doublet current balun ceramic Ground Whip 40-inch Antenna /insulator insulator Rod MFJ-1954 between legs Copper bonded steel MFJ- $ 95 MFJ-1918 MFJ-919 MFJ-16C01 MFJ-1934 19 1777 $ 95 $ 95 $ 95 59 $ 95 3 lengths . . . 39 49 69c 4 See Page 42 See Page 42 See Page 43 See Page 43 See Page 43 See Page 7 Mobile Discone Atomic Atomic Wireless Speaker/Mic Antennas Antenna 24/12 Clock 24/12 Watch Weather for Yaesu VX-7R MFJ-1456, $14995 25-1300 Station MHz 40/20/15/10/6/2M MFJ- MFJ- MFJ-295R $ 95 $ 95 MFJ-1868 132RC 186RC MFJ-192 MFJ-1438, 99 $ 95 19 10/6/2M/440 MHz $5995 $1495 $2995 59 See Page 41, 39 See Page 40 See Page 29 See Page 30 See Page 30 See Page 35

Ameritron Ameritron Ameritron Hy-Gain Screwdriver Digital Screwdriver flat Mobile 80-10 M Vertical Antenna Antenna Controller SWR/Wattmeter The Classic is Back! 5 1.2 kW, Pittman Super bright high- Just 1 /8” thick, AV-18AVQII Commercial Gear Motor intensity LEDs flat mounts on $ 95 dashboard 229 SDA-100 SDC-100 MK-80, $79.95. 80-Meter AWM-35 Add-on kit for AV-14AVQ. $ $ 95 335 See Page 50 79 See Page 52 $15995 See Page 51 See Page 56 MFJ ENTERPRISES, INC., For your nearest 300 Industrial Park Road, dealer or to order Starkville, MS 39759 Phone: (662) 323-5869; 8-4:30 CST, M-F; Fax: (662) 323-6551 call 800-647-1800 Visit our web site . . . http://www.mfjenterprises.com QSTCatP02.qxd 10/16/2003 10:05 AM Page 1

MFJ-989C Legal Limit Antenna Tuner More hams use MFJ-989s than any other legal limit antenna tuner in the world! Why? Because MFJ uses super heavy duty components to make the world’s finest legal limit antenna tuner MFJ-989C $35995 Ship Code E wire connected to high- voltage glazed ceram- ic feedthrough insula- tors. The MFJ-989C lets you safely operate high power into balanced feedlines without core saturation or voltage breakdown. Some “legal limit” tuners have inferior voltage baluns with smaller diameter toroid • AirCoreTM Roller Inductor cores and soft plastic feedthrough insulators that can arc and melt. • Super Heavy Duty Components More reasons why the • Cross-Needle SWR/Wattmeter MFJ-989C is the world’s finest • Antenna Selector high power antenna tuner: • TrueCurrentTM Balun Built-in Dummy Load • Built-in Dummy Load gives excellent low-resistance connection A full-size 300 Watt non-inductive 50 without contact arcing or burning. Ohm dummy load is built into MFJ-989C. • Made in THE U.S.A. Solid 1/4 inch brass shaft, self-align You’ll find it handy for transmitter MFJ uses super heavy duty compo- bearings give smooth non-binding rotation. tuning, testing and repairing rigs, setting nents -- roller inductor, variable capaci- Competing tuners use a lossy, low Q, power level, adjusting mic gain and more. tors, antenna switch and balun -- to build solid plastic core with erratic electrical con- Lighted Cross-Needle Meter the world’s most popular high power tacts and have potentially damaging self- Lighted Cross-Needle SWR/Watt-meter antenna tuner. resonant frequencies. This can cause lets you monitor SWR, forward and reflect- The rugged world famous MFJ-989C excessive heating and melt the core! ed power simultaneously. handles 3 KW PEP SSB amplifier input Gear Driven Counter Read both peak and average power in power (1500 Watts PEP SSB output A precision gear driven 3-digit turns two power ranges. Meter lamp requires 12 power). Covers 1.8 to 30 MHz, including counter lets you accurately reset your roller VDC or 110 VAC with MFJ-1312D, MARS and WARC bands. inductor for quick band changing. $14.95. MFJ’s AirCoreTM Roller Inductor, new Weighted spinner knob on roller induc- Sleek and Compact gear-driven turns counter and weighted tor gives you smoother flywheel tuning. The compact MFJ-989C slides right spinner knob gives you exact inductance Massive Transmitting Capacitors into your operating position -- you’ll hardly 3 1 control for absolute minimum SWR. Look inside . . . you’ll see two super- know it’s there. It’s just 10 /4Wx4 /3Hx15D You can match dipoles, verticals, heavy duty transmitting variable capacitors inches. Do you want a bulky “legal limit” inverted vees, random wires, beams, that can handle 6000 volts. Extra wide tuner that’s bigger than your amplifier? mobile whips, shortwave -- nearly any (0.27 inch) stator plate spacing gives you Lexan Front Panel antenna. Use coax or balanced lines. arc-free operation. The MFJ-989C has a new nearly inde- You get everything you’ve ever wanted Specially shaped plates give low structable multi-color Lexan front panel. in a high power, full featured antenna tuner minimum capacitance when unmeshed. Its detailed logging scales and legends will -- widest matching range, lighted Cross- This and a hefty 250 pf maximum give you be legible for a lifetime of DXing. Needle SWR/Wattmeter, antenna switch, an extremely wide matching range -- even Super Construction built-in dummy load, balun -- all in a sleek, on 160 and 10 Meters. MFJ-989C uses PEM nuts (not self- compact cabinet. Super Antenna Switch tapping screws), wing-nut ground post (not MFJ builds the world’s most popular MFJ-989C’s super heavy duty antenna a cheap nut), fire-retardant epoxy glass PC high power antenna tuner using these switch is made of two individual ceramic board (not canvas based), heavy gauge wire super heavy duty components . . . wafers wired in parallel. Extra wide spaced, throughout. MFJ’s exclusive heavy duty AirCoreTM heavy duty contacts handle extreme voltages No Matter WhatTM Warranty Roller Inductor has an air core that can’t and currents. We’ve never burned one up! Every MFJ-989C is protected by MFJ’s burn up! Get ultra high-Q, lowest loss, You can select two coax antennas famous one year No Matter WhatTM limited highest efficiency and highest power han- (directly or through tuner), balanced line/ warranty. We will repair or replace your dling of any roller inductor in ham radio. random wire, or built-in dummy load. MFJ-989C (at our option) for a full year. MFJ’s exclusive Self-Resonance MFJ TrueCurrentTM Balun Outstanding Customer Service KillerTM keeps damaging self-resonances MFJ’s super heavy duty TrueCurrentTM We’re here to help keep your MFJ- 1 away from your operating frequency. balun for balanced lines uses two giant 2 /2 989C performing flawlessly -- no matter Large, self-cleaning wiping contact inch toroid cores. It’s wound with TeflonR how long you own it -- call 662-323-0549. 2 www.mfjenterprises.com QSTCatP03.qxd 10/16/2003 10:06 AM Page 1

MFJ KW Differential-TTM Antenna Tuner ...Gives you absolute minimum SWR . . . Simple 2-knob tuning . . . Lighted Cross-Needle SWR/Wattmeter . . . AirCoreTM Roller Inductor . . . 6-position antenna switch . . . Balun for balanced lines . . . 1.8-30 MHz coverage MFJ-986 setting and a broadband response that ends constant $ 95 re-tuning. You’ll spend 329 your time QSOing instead Ship Code E of fooling with your tuner. MFJ’s innovative The compact TM 3 1 Differential-T tuner 10 /4x4 /2x15 inch cabinet uses a differential has plenty of room to capacitor that makes mount the roller inductor tuning easier than away from metal surfaces ever. Gives minimum for highest Q -- you get SWR at only one set- high efficiency and more ting. Broadband power into your antenna. design ends constant Wide-spaced tuning capaci- retuning. tor plates let you run high The MFJ-986 is a rugged roller inductor power without arcing. tuning capacitor and a roller inductor. Lighted cross-needle meter antenna tuner that handles 3 KW PEP SSB Simple 2-knob tuning makes tuning easier amplifier input power (1500 Watts PEP SSB than ever. You get minimum SWR at only one MFJ’s lighted Cross-Needle Meter shows output power). Tunes 1.8-30 MHz continu- you SWR, forward and reflected power simul- taneously. It reads peak or average power on ously, including MARS and all the WARC TM bands. MFJ AirCore roller inductor 2000 or 200 Watt ranges. MFJ’s exclusive AirCoreTM Roller Lamp has on/off switch and uses 12 VDC Inductor gives absolute minimum SWR -- or 110 VAC with MFJ-1312D, $14.95. something tapped inductors just can’t do. MFJ TrueCurrentBalunTM 3-digit turns counter plus a spinner knob reduces feedline radiation gives precise inductance control so you can Most tuners use a voltage balun that quickly retune your frequency. forces equal voltages on the two antenna A lighted peak and average reading cross- halves. It minimizes unbalanced currents needle meter shows SWR, forward and MFJ’s exclusive super heavy duty TM only if the antenna is perfectly balanced -- not reflected power at a single glance! AirCore Roller Inductor has an air the case with practical antennas. You get a 6-position antenna switch that core that can’t burn up! You get ultra The MFJ-986 uses a true current balun to lets you select two coax lines and/or random high-Q, the lowest loss, highest efficien- force equal currents in the two antenna halves wires (direct or through tuner), balanced line cy and highest power handling of any -- even if the antenna is not perfectly bal- and external dummy load. roller inductor in ham radio. TM anced! The MFJ TrueCurrentBalun for bal- MFJ’s exclusive Self-Resonance TM TM The MFJ TrueCurrentBalun gives supe- anced lines minimizes feedline radiation that Killer keeps potentially damaging rior balance over voltage baluns and mini- causes field pattern distortion, TVI and RF in self-resonances away from your operat- mizes unbalanced current. This reduces field your shack. Ceramic feedthru insulators for ing frequency. pattern distortion, concentrates your power for balanced lines withstand high voltages and Large, self-cleaning wiping contact a stronger signal -- plus it reduces TVI and temperatures. gives excellent low-resistance connec- RF in your shack caused by feedline radia- Differential-T TunerTM . . . . tion without contact arcing or burning. tion. A new twist on proven technology A solid 1/4 inch brass shaft with No Matter WhatTM Waranty Replacing two variable capacitors with a self-align bearings gives smooth non- Protected by one year limited warranty. single differential capacitor gives wide range binding rotation. Call your dealer for your best price! T-network tuning with just two controls -- a In stock at ham dealers everywhere. MFJ-962D Compact Tuner for Linear Amplifiers MFJ AirCoreTM Roller Inductor, Compact Size, Lexan scratch-proof front panel... handles AMERITRON’s AL-811H! knob set including a weighted deluxe spinner knob, ultra compact size 3 7 Why settle (10 /4 x4 x 10 /8 inches) and scratch-proof multi-colored Lexan front for a mere 300 panel. Watt antenna Two transmitting tuning capacitors and MFJ’s exclusive AirCoreTM tuner when a roller inductor gives you precise control to get your SWR down to an few extra dol- absolute minimum. lars let you You get an extremely wide matching range from 1.8 to 30 MHz add real continuously, including MARS and WARC bands. power when MFJ’s AirCoreTM roller inductor has an air core that can’t burn up. you’re ready? You get ultra high-Q, low loss and MFJ’s exclusive Self-Resonance The MFJ- KillerTM that eliminates damaging self-resonances. MFJ-962D 962D lets you use your barefoot rig now. MFJ’s lighted peak and average reading Cross-Needle $ 95 When you’re ready . . . you can add a power- SWR/Wattmeter makes tuning quick and easy. At one glance you can 269 house linear amplifier at no additional cost. read SWR, forward and reflected power in two power ranges. Meter Ship Code E The compact MFJ-962D handles 1500 Watts light uses 12 VDC or 110 VAC with MFJ-1312D, $14.95. PEP SSB amplifier input power (800 Watts PEP A 6-position ceramic antenna switch lets you select 2 coax lines SSB amplifier output power). (direct or through tuner), random wire and balanced lines. It’s perfect for AMERITRON’s best selling 800 Watt AL-811H or You get a heavy duty MFJ TrueCurrentBalunTM for balanced lines. 600 Watt AL-811 amplifiers. High-voltage ceramic feedthru insulators let you operate high power Features MFJ’s AirCoreTM Roller Inductor, new aluminum-skirted into balanced feedlines.

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MFJ 300W Roller Inductor Tuner World’s only 300 Watt AirCoreTM Roller Inductor Antenna Tuner gives you absolute minimum SWR . . . Covers 6 Meters thru 160 Meters . . . balanced lines. Has heavy duty 4:1 balun. True Peak Reading Cross-Needle Meter MFJ’s new ActivePeak ReadingCircuitTM accurately reads true peak forward power -- an MFJ exclusive. MFJ’s lighted Cross-Needle SWR/Wattmeter reads SWR, true peak for- ward and average reflected power simulta- neously on 300 Watt or 30 Watt ranges. Lamp has on/off switch and uses 12 VDC or 110 VAC with MFJ-1312D, $14.95. ActivePeakReading CircuitTM can also use a 9 volt battery. MFJ’s 8 positions let you select two MFJ-969 gives Inductor has an air core that can’t burn up! coax fed antennas, random wire/balanced MFJ-969 you MFJ’s superb You get ultra high-Q, the lowest loss, high- line or built-in dummy load for use through AirCoreTM Roller est efficiency and highest power handling your MFJ-969 or direct to your rig. $ 95 TM Inductor and full 6 of any roller inductor in ham radio. MFJ’s QRM-Free PreTune lets you pre-tune MFJ-969 off-the-air into a built-in 199Ship Code B Meters through 160 MFJ’s exclusive Self-Resonance Meters coverage! KillerTM keeps potentially damaging self- dummy load without causing QRM. You get everything you’ve ever wanted resonances away from your frequency. Pre-tuning into a dummy load makes including . . . 300 Watts PEP SSB full fea- Huge self-cleaning wiping contact tuning your actual antenna quick and easy! tured antenna tuner, widest matching range, gives you excellent low-resistance connec- The MFJ-969 has a full size non-induc- full-size lighted Cross-Needle tion without contact arcing or burning. tive 50 Ohm dummy load. You’ll find it SWR/Wattmeter reads true peak forward Solid 1/4 inch brass shaft, self-align handy for tuning, testing, repairing rigs, power, QRM-Free PreTuneTM, 8 position bearings -- smooth non-binding operation. setting power level, adjusting mic gain, etc. antenna switch, built-in 50 Ohm dummy The MFJ-969 covers all frequencies The tough aluminum case has a scratch-proof multi-colored Lexan front load, heavy duty 4:1 balun -- all in a tough, from 160 Meters thru 6 Meters, including 1 1 1 panel. Compact 3 /2Hx10 /2Dx9 /2W inches. attractive cabinet. MFJ’s famous one year the “magic band” -- the widest matching TM No Matter WhatTM limited warranty. range of any full featured antenna tuner. MFJ-969 AirCore Roller Inductor MFJ-969’s AirCoreTM Roller Inductor, Match any antenna gear-driven turns counter and spinner knob Match dipoles, verticals, inverted vees, gives you exact inductance control for random wires, beams, mobile whips, SWL minimum SWR. receiving antennas -- nearly any antenna. MFJ’s exclusive AirCoreTM Roller You can use coax cable, random wire or Ham Radio’s Most Popular 300 Watt Tuner More hams use MFJ-9949s than any other antenna tuner in the world! More hams use MFJ-949E reflected power simultaneously MFJ-949s than any $ 95 on 300 Watt or 30 Watt ranges. other antenna tuner 149 Lamp has on/off switch, requires in the world! Ship Code B 12 VDC or 110 VAC with MFJ- Why? Because 1312D, $14.95. the world’s leading tuner has earned QRM-Free PreTuneTM a worldwide reputation for being able MFJ’s QRM-Free PreTuneTM to match just about anything. lets you pre-tune your MFJ-949E Full 1.8-30 MHz Operation off-the-air into its built-in Custom designed inductor dummy load! Makes tuning your switch, 1000 volt tuning capacitors, TeflonR dom wire/balanced line or built-in dummy actual antenna faster and easier. insulating washers and proper L/C ratio load through your MFJ-949E or direct to Plus Much More! gives you arc-free no worries operation your transceiver. Full size built-in non-inductive 50 Ohm with up to 300 Watts 1.8 to 30 MHz. Big Lighted Cross-Needle Meter dummy load, scratch-proof Lexan multi- Tunes any antenna Has MFJ’s full size 3 inch lighted colored front panel, superior cabinet and Tunes out SWR on dipoles, verticals, cross-needle Meter. Lets you easily read construction and more! Measures a sleek 5 1 inverted vees, random wires, beams, SWR, true peak forward and average and compact 10 /8x3 /2x7 inches. mobile whips . . . nearly anything! Use coax, random wire or balanced lines. Has MFJ-948 -- An Econo MFJ-949E for Only $129.95! heavy duty 4:1 balun. MFJ-948 connector for one on rear panel.) Custom inductor switch Features include custom The inductor switch is the most likely $12995 designed inductor switch, 1000 component to burn up in any antenna tuner. Ship Code B volt tuning capacitors, full size 3 MFJ’s inductor switch in the MFJ- inch lighted Cross-Needle meter, 949E was custom designed to withstand the All the 8 position antenna switch, heavy extremely high RF voltages and currents features of duty 4:1 balun, full 1.8 to 30 that are developed in your tuner. the MFJ-949E -- the world’s leading 300 MHz operation, MFJ’s famous No Matter Watt antenna tuner -- for an incredibly low WhatTM one year limited warranty. Measures 8-Position Antenna switch $129.95! 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MFJ Compact Mobile HF Antenna Tuner Covers HF and 6 Meters, Handles 300 watts, Has Antenna Bypass Switch The compact MFJ-945E mobile anten- mitter directly) while still using its na tuner covers 6 Meters and HF (1.8- 60 SWR/wattmeter. MHz), handles 300 PEP watts, and tunes The back panel has SO-239 coaxial coaxial cable-fed antennas, plus random connectors for your transmitter and antenna wires. feedline and a wing nut post for your Don’t leave home without this mobile ground. tuner, and have a a better trip as the MFJ- It reads forward/reflected MFJ-945E For at-home use with a random wire a 945E extends antenna bandwidth and elimi- power in 300/60 and 30/6 standard banana plug fits neatly into the nates the need to stop, go outside, and read- watt ranges. $ 95 antenna jack. just your mobile antenna. The ON/ OFF lamp 109 An efficient airwound inductor gives The frustratingly narrow bandwidth of switch is handy for Ship Code B you lower losses for more watts output. mobile antennas can be greatly broadened changing light conditions in your vehicle; The small, 8Wx2Hx6D inch black alu- with this tuner. the meter lamp is 12 VDC powered (MFJ- minum cabinet takes up little space. Of course, this diminutive tuner can be 1312D, $14.95). A mobile mounting bracket, MFJ-20, is used to tune coax-fed home station anten- Large, conveniently-placed controls $4.95. Add $2.00 shipping for the bracket nas of all kinds, too, as well as random if ordered separately. make tuning fast and easy. TM wires. The bypass switch lets you bypass the Has MFJ’s One Year No Matter What The cross needle meter shows SWR, tuner (connecting your antenna and trans- limited warranty. forward, and reflected power -- at a glance. Portable Tuner for QRP to Full-bbore Transceiver The MFJ-971 is a tiny, inexpensive The MFJ-971, while an all-around low- portable 200 watt PEP antenna tuner that’s power tuner, is especially suited for MFJ a perfect match for today’s ultra-compact transceivers and power packs. It matches them HF transceivers while offering features in size and styling and brackets included with especially designed for the QRP operator. the tuner allow connecting the units together Covering 1.8 to 30 MHz, this T-match physically into an attractive and compact tuner can match coax-fed antennas, as package. well as those fed with balanced feedline, As in all good antenna tuners, three con- and random wires. A 4:1 toroid balun is MFJ-971 trols give flexibility in matching: Inductance built in for balanced lines. (12 positions), Transmitter, and Antenna. Once you find the From the factory, the MFJ-971 offers forward power $9995 proper setting on each band, just record it for future “instant readings of 30 watts maximum or 300 watts, on its cross Ship Code A band changing.” needle meter. You can monitor forward power, reflected Rear panel includes SO-239 coaxial jacks for transmitter power, and SWR simultaneously. For dedicated QRP operation, and antenna; 2 sturdy binding posts for balanced line; another swapping of a jumper plug internally converts the maximum for- binding post for a random wire; ground post; 12 VDC input jack ward reading on the meter to 6 watts. for meter lamp; and low/high power meter range switch. The meter lamp may be powered by an external 12 VDC The MFJ-971 is backed by MFJ’s No Matter WhatTM warranty. source if you desire (MFJ-1312D, $14.95). Measures a tiny 6X6X2.5 inches. MFJ 300-Watt Super Value Versa Tuner Covers 160-10 Meters It’s not just a tuner, it’s an 8-position SWR/wattmeter MFJ-941E antenna switch. with on/off $ 95 The photo tells the story: you can select switch (lamp 119Ship Code B among two coaxial-fed antennas, a bal- uses 12 VDC or anced line (4:1 toroid balun included) or 110 VAC with MFJ-1312D, random wire or an external dummy load, $14.95). and for each you can select “direct” The meter shows SWR, and The aluminum cabinet has a durable (bypassing the tuner) or “tuned.” forward and reflected power in 300/60 and scratch-proof multi-color Lexan front panel This tuner is rated at 200 watts and can 30/6 watt ranges selected at the front panel. to complement your rig and fits right into match dipoles, vees, random wires, and An efficient 12 position airwound your station. balanced and coax feedlines, from 1.8 to 30 inductor gives low losses for more power Measures a sleek, compact MHz. You get a lighted cross needle out. Uses 1000 Volt capacitors. 5 7 10 /8Wx2 /8Hx7D inches. MFJ’s Smallest VERSA TUNER Random Wire Tuner for HF Pre-made RG-8X Patch Cables MFJ-901B MFJ-16010 Op- $ 95 Molded, weath- 79 $4995 erate all er resistant RG8X Ship Code A Ship Code A bands (mini-RG8) 50- 1.8-30 ohm coax patch MFJ’s MHz -- anywhere smallest cables with a PL- 1 with any transceiver (5x2 /2x6) and most affordable 200 Watt 259 connector on -- using a single random wire and MFJ’s each end. (You may PEP VERSA TUNER. Match dipoles, Random Wire Tuner. Small enough to vees, random wires, verticals, mobile need two, depend- carry in your hip pocket. Handles 200 ing on installation). Heavy rubber boots whips, beams, balanced and coax lines con- watts output. tinuously from 1.8-30 MHz. A 4:1 balun protect bend points. (All Ship Code A. Matches high or low impedance loads MFJ-5803, $5.95. 3 feet long. for balanced lines is built into this MFJ- by interchanging input and output, so it 901B tuner. Three adjustment controls for uses SO-239 connectors for both. MFJ-5806, $9.95. 6 feet long. maximum matching capability. Compact 2.25H X 3.5W X 5.25D in. MFJ-5818, $12.95. 18 feet long. www.mfjenterprises.com 5 QSTCatP06.qxd 10/16/2003 10:12 AM Page 1 MFJ tiny Travel Tuners 1 1 Tiny 4 /2x2 /4x3 inch tuner handles full 150 Watts! Covers 80-10 Meters, has tuner bypass switch, tunes nearly anything! MFJ brings you the world’s smallest Operate anywhere, any- MFJ-902 full power 150 Watt 80-10 Meter time with a quick easy set- $ 95 Antenna Tuner. Extra wide matching up! Tune out SWR on your New! range lets you tune nearly any antenna. mobile whip from inside Ship79 Code A New! It’s no toy, its got guts! Built with your car. Operate in your real air variable capacitors (600 Volt, apartment with a wall-to-wall antenna 322 pF) and three stacked powder iron or from a motel room with a wire toroids to handle real power -- not just dropped from a window or from a QRP. Bypass switch lets you bypass mountain top with a wire over a tree tuner when you don’t need it. limb. Great for DXpeditions or field You can use nearly any transceiver at day. Be prepared for emergencies. full power with nearly any coax fed or MFJ-902 is so small and random wire antenna for portable, home handy, you'll rely on it wherever or mobile operation. you go! It's easy to pack away in It’s perfect for compact rigs like your briefcase, suitcase, backpack, Icom IC-706MKIIG, Yaesu FT-100D, glove compartment or desk drawer. Kenwood TS-50, QRP rigs and others It's tiny enough to slide in your back 3 with a built-in SWR meter. hip pocket! 4½Wx2¼Hx2 /4D inches. New! Tiny Travel Tuner with 4:1 Balun New! Tiny Travel Tuner MFJ-902H MFJ- $ 95 902H, same with Cross-Needle SWR as MFJ-902 Ship99 Code A Tiny Travel WattMeter and 4:1 Balun Tuner but has 4:1 balun for balanced lines and binding post connections for balanced lines and random wire. 5 ¾Wx2¼Hx2 ¾D inches. New! Tiny Travel Tuner with Cross-Needle SWR/Wattmeter MFJ-904, Same as MFJ-902 MFJ-904H is the same as MFJ- MFJ-904H Tiny 902 Tiny Travel Tuner but has $ 95 Travel Cross-Needle SWR/Wattmeter and 129 Tuner but 4:1 balun for balanced lines with Ship Code A has Cross- binding post connections for balanced lines and random Needle SWR/Watt wire. Cross-Needle meter shows SWR, forward and MFJ-904 meter that shows SWR, forward and reflected reflected power all at a glance. Push button selects for- $ 95 power all at a glance. Push button selects for- ward or reflected power in 300/60 and 30/6 Watt ranges. 109 ward/reflected power in 300/60 and 30/6 Watt Measures a compact 7 ¼Hx2¼Hx2¾D inches. Ship Code A ranges. Measures 7 ¼ Hx2 ¼ Hx2 ¾ D inches. MFJ 6 Meter/VHF/UHF Antenna Tuners MFJ 6 Meter Antenna Tuners 144/220 MHz or 440 MHz Tuner Dual Band VHF/UHF Tuner MFJ- MFJ-921 MFJ-906 906 6 Dual Band MFJ-922 $ 95 Meter VHF tuner $ 95 Ship7 9code A 79 tuner. covers 2 Ship code A Low SWR with most Meters/220 any coax fed antenna. MHz. Built- This compact dual band VHF/UHF You’ll get more in SWR/Watt- meter measures MFJ-921/924 antenna tuner has a single meter that reads power out of your transceiver and into your SWR in 2 power ranges: 300 or $ 95 SWR and power. No zero adjustment antenna for more DX. Lighted Cross- 30 Watts. Meter is usable for 69 needed. It covers VHF from 136 to 175 Needle SWR/Wattmeter shows SWR, for- both 144 MHz and 220 MHz Ship code A MHz and UHF from 420 to 460 MHz. You ward, reflected power, 300/60 and 30/6 bands. Low SWR with practically any can read power up to 150 Watts in 2 ranges: Watt ranges. Order MFJ-1312D, $14.95 for antenna. Handles 200 Watts. Designed to 60 Watts or 150 Watts. It’s a great antenna meter lamp. Built-in bypass switch, han- match a wide range of impedances for both tuner for HTs, mobile rigs or amplifiers up dles 100 Watts FM, 200 Watts SSB PEP. mobile/base operation. SO-239 input/output to 150 Watts. Its super-compact size lets Works with solid state and tube rigs, 50-60 connectors, wing nut post ground. Black you take it anywhere -- measures a tiny 1 1 1 MHz. 8Wx2 /2Hx3D inches. aluminum cabinet measures a compact 4x2 /2x1 /4 inches -- you can put it in your 1 MFJ-903, $49.95. Like MFJ-906. Less 8x2 /2x3 inches -- fits just about anywhere. shirt pocket! Carry it with you in your car, 1 meter/bypass switch. 5Wx2 /2Hx3D inches. MFJ-924, $69.95. 440 MHz band only. camping trips, etc. Tuning tool included. 6 www.mfjenterprises.com QSTCatP07.qxd 10/16/2003 10:14 AM Page 1

MFJ Balanced Line Antenna Tuner Superb balance . . . Extremely wide matching range . . . Covers 1.8-54 MHz . . . Cross-Needle SWR Wattmeter . . . Handles 300 Watts . . . Compact size . . . Balanced Line = Extremely Low Loss The MFJ-974H is a New! Balanced lines give extremely low loss. fully balanced true bal- MFJ-974H Doublet, horizontal loop, vertical loop, anced line antenna tuner. quad, double extended Zepp, Lazy H, W8JK It gives you superb cur- $ 95 antennas all give efficient multi-band oper- rent balance throughout 189 ation when fed with balanced lines. its very wide matching Ship Code D 6-80 Meter Balanced Line Tuner and frequency range. MFJ-974 Johnson Matchbox $ 95 For decades, the Johnson Matchbox has 169 been the standard of comparison for bal- New! Ship Code D anced line tuners. But, it had a severely MFJ-974, $169.95. limited matching range and covered only Same as MFJ-974H 80, 40, 20, 15 and 10 Meters. but for 6-80 Meter The MFJ-974H is its successor. It Tunes any Balanced Line operation (no 160 Meters). meets today's needs and even surpasses the The MFJ-974H tunes any balanced lines Antenna Accessories Johnson Matchbox outstanding including 600 Ohm open wire line, 450/300 MFJ-1777, $49.95. 102 feet all band performance. Ohm ladder lines, 300/72 Ohm twin lead - doublet antenna covers 160-6 Meters with Everything You Need - shielded or unshielded. balanced line tuner. The MFJ-974H gives you excellent cur- Superb current balance minimizes feed- Super strong custom rent balance, very wide matching range(12- line radiation that can cause troublesome fiberglass center insulator 2000 Ohms) and covers 1.8 through 54 TVI and RFI, painful RF bites, mysterious provides stress relief for MHz continuously including all WARC RF feedback problems and radiation pattern 450 Ohm ladder line (100 bands, 160 Meters, 6 Meters and the new distortion. feet included). Authentic 60 Meter band. Handles 300 Watts SSB Excellent Balance, Excellent Design glazed ceramic end insu- PEP and 150 Watts CW. The MFJ-974H is a fully balanced wide lators. Handles 1500 Watts. New! Tuning is fast and easy - - just three tun- range T-Network using four gear driven MFJ-18H100, $14.95. 100 feet of ing controls. You can even adjust for high- 1000-Volt air variable capacitors and high- quality 450 Ohm ladder line. ly efficient broadband low-Q operation or Q air wound tapped inductor for 80-10 MFJ-18G100, $11.95. 100 feet of use higher Q when you encounter extreme Meters and separate inductors for 6 and extremely strong heavy duty 7-strand, 14- loads. 160 Meters. The tuning components are gauge hard copper antenna wire. A large three-inch lighted Cross-Needle mounted symmetrically to insure electrical MFJ-16C06, $3.95. 6 authentic glazed SWR/Wattmeter lets you read SWR, peak balance. ceramic end/center antenna insulators. or average forward and reflected power all A 1:1 current balun is placed on the low Extra strong. Will not arc or melt. at a glance on 300 or 30 Watt ranges. impedance 50 input side to convert the bal- New! MFJ-16D01, $6.95. A ground post is provided to ground one anced T-Network to unbalanced operation. Super strong custom fiberglass output terminal so you can also tune ran- The balun is made of 50 ferrite beads on stress relieving center insulator dom wires and coax fed antennas. RG-303 Teflon™ coax to give exceptional for 450 Ohm ladder line. Compact 7½Wx6Hx8D inches fits any- and efficient isolation. It stays cool even at See page 43 for more antenna accessories. where. maximum power. Antenna Tuner/Artificial Ground MFJ Artificial RF Ground New! 4 Foot Ground Rod Places your rig near earth ground potential! Durable four foot copper bonded MFJ-934 MFJ-931 steel earth ground rod is a MFJ-1934 $ 95 $ 95 tough 3/8 in. diameter that $ 95 179 89 will last and last. Sharp 4 Ship Code B Ship Code A pointed end makes it easy Ship Code B to drive into the ground. MFJ-934 is unique because it has a Create an Use it to tie your equipment to a single built-in artificial ground. A ground match- artificial ground earth ground to help bleed off static and ing knob lets you switch in inductance to with this MFJ-931! It effectively places RFI and prevent RF hot spots. Use sev- bring an attached wire to a low impedance your rig near actual earth ground potential eral to form a good RF ground for ran- current point to form an artificial ground. even if your rig is on the second floor or dom, long wire and vertical antennas. A push button lets you use the Cross- higher with no earth ground possible! Needle Meter to monitor for maximum Also, it electrically places a far away MFJ-931 Continued . . . ground current. With an artificial ground RF ground at your rig. MFJ-931 creates an artificial ground! to work against, you’ll be surprised to see How’s your RF ground? Do you have It resonates a random length of wire how well a random wire can work. RF “hot spots” that “bite” you when you thrown along the floor and produces a You get a 300 Watt full featured, gen- transmit? Do you have RF feedback that tuned counterpoise. This artificial ground eral purpose antenna tuner that covers 1.8- causes your rig to quit working on some effectively places your rig near actual earth 30 MHz. It has a two range, lighted Cross- bands? Do you have TVI/RFI that makes ground potential with no earth ground pos- Needle Meter that lets you read SWR, for- your neighbors hard to live with? Do you sible. Reduces the electrical length of the ward and reflected power all in a glance get weak signal reports because of extreme ground connection wire to virtually zero by and a 4:1 balun for balanced lines. Plus, ground losses or radiation pattern distortion? tuning out its reactance. MFJ-931 connects you get an efficient airwound inductor, spe- These problems could be caused by between your rig and a random length of cial high current/voltage 12 position induc- poor RF grounding, especially if your rig is wire or a connecting ground wire. It’s tor switch and two 1000 volt air-variable on a second floor with no ground at all. tuned for maximum ground current using capacitors. It tunes all types of antennas Even if you have a good ground, a long the built-in RF ammeter. It covers 1.8 to 1 1 and feedlines including random wire, coax connection wire can ruin its effectiveness 30 MHz and measures 7 /2x3 /2x7 inches in 5 1 and balanced lines. 10 /8Wx3 /2Hx8D in. by isolating true RF ground from your rig. an RF tight all metal cabinet. MFJ . . . The World Leader in Ham Radio Accessories! 7 QSTCatP08.qxd 10/16/2003 10:18 AM Page 1

MFJ GrandMasterTM SWR/wattmeter Series makes it quick and easy to read SWR, for- perfectly matches any transceiver. 1 1 1 ward or reflected power. Lamp requires 7 /2Wx3 /8Hx4 /4D inches. 13.8 VDC or 110 VAC operation. Air dielectric SO-239 connectors with A functional and simple front panel lay- gold plated center pins gives superb per- out lets you select power ranges, bands or formance to beyond 525 MHz. make SWR readings intuitively. GrandMastersTM are precisely factory The GrandMasterTM series feature an calibrated for accurate measurments. SWR scale that extends the full view of the Choose from four MFJ GrandMastersTM GrandMasterTM SWR/Power Meters are meter. 3:1 SWR is centered at mid-scale to MFJ-870, $134.95. HF, covers 1.6 to 60 the Cadillacs of ham radio! If you will not give you precision, wide-range measurements. MHz. 30, 300, 3000 Watt power ranges. settle for less than the best accuracy and All GrandMastersTM feature peak and MFJ-872, $94.95. HF/VHF, covers 1.8 precision these GrandMastersTM are for you. average, forward and reflected power read- to 200 MHz. 5, 20, 200W power ranges. 1 1 You get a large 3 /4x1 /4 inch precision ings and have selectable power ranges. MFJ-873, $114.95. VHF/UHF, covers illuminated meter for easy wide-angle Each GrandMasterTM is housed in an all 125-525 MHz. 5, 20, 200W power ranges. viewing. A highly visible black and red metal cabinet with rubber feet and protect- MFJ-874, $169.95. HF/VHF/UHF, meter scale on a bright white background ed by durable speckled black paint. A covers 1.8-525 MHz. 5, 20, 200W power designer injection molded grey front panel ranges. MFJ Compact HF, VHF, UHF SWR/wattmeters MFJ-860 MFJ-864’s Cross-Needle Meter reads Single knob operation makes it easy to $4495 forward and reflected power and SWR use and the meter is lighted for easy read- Ship Code A simultaneously and features separate HF and ing. Meter uses 12 VDC or 110 VAC with MFJ-862 VHF/UHF directional couplers, each with optional adapter, MFJ-1312D, $14.95. $ 95 its own SO-239 connectors. The all metal cabinet has a tough vinyl 54 This lets you connect your HF and VHF/ cladding. You won’t find a tougher, longer Ship Code A UHF transceivers at the same time. You can lasting finish anywhere. MFJ-864 measures 1 1 1 MFJ-864 then monitor SWR and power of either a compact 7 /4 Wx2 /2Hx2 /4D inches. $8495 transceiver at the flick of a switch. Others MFJ-862, similar to MFJ-864 but covers Ship Code A have a single set of connectors -- you have 144/220/440 MHz. 30/300 Watts forward, 3 1 1 4 This MFJ to plug and unplug to use separate HF or 6/60 Watts reflected ranges. 5 /4x2 /2x2 / VHF rigs. inches. Has one sensor for all three bands. Cross-Needle Power ranges: 30/300 watts forward MFJ-860, similar to MFJ-864 but for SWR/wattmeter covers HF thru VHF -- and 6/60 watts reflected. Each power range 1.8-60 MHz only. Push button selects 1.8-60 MHz, 144 MHz, and 440 MHz for each band is individually calibrated. 30/300 Watts forward, 6/60 Watts reflected. 1 1 bands -- for only 84.95! Schottky diodes are used for best accuracy. Compact 4 /2x2 /4x3 inches. Dual-Band Mobile SWR/Wattmeter Large-Meter SWR/Wattmeter Most Popular Econo Meters MFJ-844 Covers 144 MFJ-815B MFJ-812B $ 95 MFJ-815B and 220 MHz. $ 95 Ship69 Code A $ 95 34 79 covers 1.8-60 Reads forward Ship Code A Handles Ship Code A MHz. 3-inch and reflected 200 watts and Cross-Needle power in 2 ranges -- 30 or measures meter reads SWR and peak/average for for- 300 watts. Reads SWR from 14-220 MHz SWR and ward and reflected power. Power ranges: and relative field strength from 1 to 220 power in 200/2000 watts forward and 50/500 watts MHz. Binding post for field strength 1 1 three power reflected. SWR from 1:1 to 8:1. SO-239 antenna, 2-color meter. 4 /2x2 /4x3”. 1 1 1 connectors. 7 /4x4 /2x3 /2 inches. Black alu- MFJ- ranges: 15, MFJ-816 60, and 200 watts. Multi-colored meter minum cabinet. 816, similar makes for easy reading and is extra large. MFJ-817, $89.95. to MFJ-812B $3495 Covers 144 and 440 MHz. Insertion Similar to MFJ-815B but but for HF. Ship Code A loss is 0.3 dB or lower with 50 Ohm for VHF/UHF. Reads Two scales-- impedance. SO-239 connectors. Compact SWR and peak/average 30/300 watts. SWR from 1.8-30 MHz. 3.75Wx3Hx1.25 D inches. Die-cast metal for forward and reflected Toroid current pickup gives uniform sensi- with quality connectors. power in 2 ranges: 200/20 and 50/5 watts. tivity. 2-color meter scale. SWR/Wattmeters for Handhelds Versatile, Easy-to-Use MFJ Antenna Field Strength Meters MFJ-840 MFJ-840 5 1 head. 2 /8Wx4Hx1 /2D inches. checks the power $1995 MFJ-802R, $24.95. Read your output of your 2 Ship Code A field strength remotely where you can Meter handheld MFJ-802B $ 95 Read field control your transmitter or rotate your into a 50 ohm dummy load and 39 strength from beam. Requires shielded two conduc- Ship Code A 3 5 check battery charge,too. BNC tor cable (not incl.). 2 /8Wx3 /8Hx1D 1 1 your antenna! connector, small 2x2 /4x1 /2 in. inches. Determine radiation pattern; make MFJ-802X, $59.90, MFJ-802 field MFJ-841 con- changes to your antenna and see if it radiates strength meter and MFJ-802R, remote sen- MFJ-841 sor combination. nects directly in line $ 95 better or worse. Adjust a ground lead, artifi- between HT and 39 cial ground, counterpoise or tune your trans- antenna. Reads Ship Code A MFJ-801, $19.95. General pur- mitter or antenna tuner for maximum field 3 SWR up to 6:1 and strength. Check for floating RF. Use from pose field strength meter. 1 /4 inch power output to a full 5 watts. 100 KHz to 500 MHz. meter. Sensitivity control. 20 inch 3-position toggle switch selects MFJ-802B, $39.95. Telescoping 40-in. (extended) monopole. Finger con- tact on side increases sensitivity SWR, SWR set, or forward dipole. Big 3-in. meter. Sensitivity control 3 5 1 1 when needed. 2 /8x3 /8 x1 in. power. Compact 2x2 /4x1 /2 in. reduces influence of surrounding objects. Jack for MFJ-802R remote RF sensing 8 MFJ...the world leader in ham radio accessories QSTCatP09.qxd 10/16/2003 10:21 AM Page 1

MFJ UHF/VHF/HF Dummy Loads MFJ VersaLoadTM kW Dummy Load Dry 1.5 kW UHF/VHF/HF Load Dry 300 Watt VHF/HF Dummy Load MFJ-250X This is ham Air cooled, non-inductive resistor in a VersaLoadTM KW dummy radio’s most ver- perforated metal housing; load lets you tune up fast! satile 50 ohm SO-239 connector. Run 1KW CW or 2 KW dummy load. Full load for 30 PEP for 10 minutes. Run It does it all - seconds. Silk- 1/2 KW CW or 1 KW PEP - works with all screened derating for 20 minutes. radios from 160 curve to 5 minutes. Run continuous duty Meters through Handles 300 Watts. MFJ-250X with 200 Watts CW or 400 650 MHz and SWR below 1.1:1 to $ 95 watts PEP. Complete with from QRP to the 30 MHz, 1.5:1 from 39 MFJ-264 Ship Code A derating curve. Quality 50 full 1500 watt legal limit. 30 to 650 MHz. A MFJ-260C $ 95 1 1 ohm non-inductive resistor. You get SWR below 1.3 to 69 super compact 2 /4x2 /4x7”. $ 95 Use transformer oil (not included). 650 MHz and below 1.1 at 30 Ship Code A MFJ-260CN, $39.95. 34 Low VSWR to 400 MHz. Under 1.2:1 MHz. Similar to MFJ-260C but with Ship Code A to 30 MHz. 1.5:1 for 30-300 MHz. 2:1 for Handles 100 watts for 10 minutes, type “N” connector. 300-400 MHz. Ideal for testing HF and 1500 Watts for 10 seconds. VHF rigs. Has SO-239 connector and Strong lightweight aluminum construc- Coax Patch Cable vented for safety. Removable vent cap. tion. 3Wx3Hx9D inches. MFJ-5803, $5.95. 3 foot coaxial line 1 5 Carrying handle. 7 /2 inches high by 6 /8 Comes with MFJ’s famous No Matter with PL-259 connectors. Shipping code A diameter. WhatTM one year limited warranty. Industrial Grade Transformer Oil MFJ-250, $59.95. Includes trans- MFJ-264N, $79.95. Similar to MFJ- MFJ-21, $24.95. 1 gal. industrial grade former oil (no PCB). Ship Code D. 264 but with type “N” connector. transformer oil, (no PCB). Ship Code C. MFJ Dry Dummy Load with Precision SWR/Wattmeter World’s most versatile 1.5 kW dummy MFJ-267 Extra-large three-inch lighted Cross load has a built-in true peak reading $14995 Needle meter reads SWR (1:1 to 8:1), and SWR/Wattmeter that you can use independ- Ship Code B forward and reflected power sumultaneously. ently. Reads true peak PEP or average power Tune up your transceiver, linear ampli- The 50-ohm on 300/3000W forward and 60/600W fier or antenna tuner into a safe 50-ohm dry dummy load reflected power ranges, 1.8 to 54 MHz. dummy load at full power. Then instantly works DC to 60 High accuracy comes from a carefully switch to your antenna and monitor SWR, MHz. SWR is designed directional coupler, an accurate forward and reflected power. below 1.3:1 at active-peak reading circuit, and a precision Test/tune transmitters, amplifiers, 30 MHz. Can d’Arsonval meter movement. 1 1 antenna tuners, baluns, transformers, filters, handle 100 Measures 4 /10Wx3 /8Hx10D in. RF matching networks, coax, stubs, transmis- watts for 10 minutes or 1500 watts for 10 tight. Uses 12 VDC or 120 VAC with sion lines, antennas. seconds. Comes with power derating curve. MFJ-1312D, $14.95. Reduce Harmonics, Avoid TVI with MFJ Filters Low Pass TVI Filter Handles Full Legal Power 200W Low Pass TVI Filter MFJ-704 ham radio! MFJ-702B $ 95 Nine Chebyshev poles, MFJ’s exclusive $ 95 49 TM 29 New! Ship Code A TeflonDielectric Technology capacitors, Ship Code A Hi-Q inductors, ground plane shielding and Be a good MFJ-704 sup- an RF tight cabinet give you excellent TVI presses TVI, RFI, tele- neighbor. and RFI protection. Plug this phone and other inter- These exclusive Teflon Dielectric ference by reducing TM Low Pass TVI filter be-tween your transmit- Technology capacitors give you extreme- ter and antenna or tuner and reduce your unwanted harmonics ly low loss and eliminate voltage break- going to your antenna. transmitter harmonics by 50 dB! Harmonics down and capacitor heating -- even at full could be the source of interference to your At the same time your HF signal passes legal power with a 2:1 SWR load! on through with low loss so you can snag neighbor’s TV, radio, VCR, telephone, etc. Handles full legal power from 1.8-30 SWR is below 1.5 to 30 MHz into 50 Ohms. that rare and exciting DX! MHz. SWR below 1.3 to 30 MHz into 50 If your harmonics are causing TVI Perfect for barefoot transceivers -- handles Ohms. Attenuates above 40 MHz. 200 Watts with less than 0.5 dB insertion problems, an MFJ-704 can keep your Measures a compact 3x3x9 inches. neighbors happy while you have fun with loss. Attenuation is 50 dB at 54 MHz. SO- Handy mounting tabs. 239 connectors. 3x2x1.5 inches. High Pass Filter for TV sets MFJ RFI Free Choke Kit for RFI Suppression MFJ-711B MFJ-701 $2495 (Set of 4) Ship Code A $1495 MFJ-711B, $24.95. MFJ’s ShieldBreakerTM Ship Code A high pass filter effectively suppresses It’s easy to elim- annoying TVI! Wipe out TVI caused by inate common RFI two- way, broadcast, commercial, amateur problems. Simply and CB radios operating below 30 MHz. Use wind the offending cable around MFJ’s RFI cially for eliminating RFI from 0.5 to 200 between cable/antenna and TV/VCR. 75 suppressing toroid to get rid of RFI. Four MHz. Wind on all kinds of cable, computer ohm cable.Type F male/female connectors. square ferrite toroids are formulated espe- ribbon, TV coax, power, telephone, etc. www.mfjenterprises.com 9 QSTCatP10.qxd 10/16/2003 10:25 AM Page 1

Lightning Protected Heavy Duty Coax Switches center ground posi- Negligible insertion loss. 50 Ohms. tion. Replaceable Mounting holes. lightning surge pro- MFJ-1704N, $74.95. “N” connectors. tector helps protect MFJ-1702C 2-position coax switch has against distant light- a center ground position and lightning ning induced surges surge protection! 50 dB at 450 MHz. 50 MFJ-1702C and static. Ohm. Unused terminal is automatically $ 95 Handles 2.5 grounded. Less than 0.2 dB insertion loss MFJ-1704 24 kW PEP. and SWR below 1.2:1. Heavy duty cavity $6495 Ship Code A Extremely type construction. SO-239 connectors. Ship Code B low SWR. Isolation better than 50 dB at Mounting holes. 3x2x2 inches. MFJ- MFJ-1704 selects any of 4 antennas or 30 MHz and better than 50 dB at 500 MHz. 1702CN, $34.95. Type N. DC-1.1 GHZ. MFJ Six Position Antenna/Transceiver Switch 6 Pos. HF Antenna Switch MFJ-1700B lets you select one of six antennas MFJ-1701 $7995 and one of six different trans- $4995 Ship Code B ceivers in any combination. Ship Code B You can plug in an antenna tuner, meter, Select etc., so it is always connected to the anten- one of six na and radio selected. 2 kW PEP. 50-75 antennas Ohm loads. Unused terminals are automat- from 1.8-30 MHz. Unused terminals are ically grounded. SO-239 connectors. 1.8 to grounded. SO-239 connectors. Handles 2 1 High power Antenna/Transceiver Switch 30 MHz. Measures 10x3x1 /2 inches. kW PEP, 1 kW CW. 50-75 Ohm loads. MFJ Lightning Surge Protectors handle 400 Watts PEP or 1500 Watts PEP MFJ-270 400Watts! charge tube that safely shunts up to 5000 MFJ-272 ! $ 95 w 1.5kWatts 29 amps of peak impulse current harmlessly to $3995 Ne Ship Code A an independent ground. SWR less than 1.1:1. Ship Code A Safe- Less than 0.1 dB loss. Use up to 1000 MHz. guard your MFJ-270 handles 400 W PEP. MFJ-272 MFJ-272, expensive handles 1.5 kW PEP. MFJ-270 and MFJ-272 $39.95. do not protect against a direct lightning hit. equipment SO-239-SO-239. MFJ-272MF from static MFJ-270, $29.95. SO-239 to SO-239. MFJ-272N, pictured. electricity and lightning induced surges on MFJ-270MF, $34.95. SO-239 to PL-259. $44.95. N Connectors. 50 Ohm coax. MFJ-270N, $34.95. Low-loss N-connectors. MFJ-272MF, $44.95. SO-239 to PL-259. MFJ’s Guardian AngelTM Lightning MFJ-97, $9.95. Replacement gas discharge MFJ-97H, $19.95. Replacement Gas Surge Protectors has an Ultra-fast gas dis- tube for MFJ-270. Discharge tube for MFJ-272. MFJ AmplifierSaverTM Interface MFJ Tune-up MatchmakerTM MFJ AutoTuner ExtenderTM This lets you safely MFJ-914 tune up your kilowatt MFJ-212 linear amplifier at full $7995 $5995 peak power for best lin- Ship Code A Ship Code A earity. Keeps average Does Adjust your HF power to a low safe your antenna level to prevent over- rig’s auto- heating power supply tuner for 1:1 SWR without transmitting! Avoids matic anten- stress. overheating/ arcing caused by high SWR and na tuner Relieves tempera- long tune-ups. have limited ture related stress on Your MatchMaker inserts between transceiv- matching range? MFJ-214 amplifiers, tuners, and dummy er and antenna tuner. Simply tune your transceiv- The MFJ-914 transforms your antenna $4995 loads, too. er to the desired frequency, then power-up the impedance by as much as 10 times! Ship Code A It also can be used as a MatchMaker. Then adjust your tuner for a null in It’s carefully designed for the flattest fre- valuable diagnostic tool for tests the pulsing “white noise” in your receiver. quency response and lowest loss. of QSK systems, wattmeters, and more. Plugs That’s it! Puts nearly any antenna into the range of into rig’s CW key jack (for convenience you Automatic T/R switch bypasses MFJ-212 to your automatic or manual tuner. 160-10 can use a “Y” connector). prevent damage. Handles 300 Watts. Meters. 300 Watts. Simply press the Pulse Tune button and Includes Bypass position. Works with all radios 160-6 Meters. 1 1 1 1 1 Measures a compact 6 /2Wx2 /2Hx1 /2D tune your amplifier normally for maximum Measures a compact 3 /3x1 /4x4 inches. Use power output. Use 9V battery, not included. MFJ-1312D, $14.95. inches. MFJ Deluxe Amplifier SaverTM MFJ W9INN Balun Box MFJ Mobile Antenna Matcher MFJ-216 This broad-band (1.8 to MFJ- MFJ-910 $ 95 30 MHz) toroidal balun 910 $ 95 59 converts unbalanced coax matches 19 Ship Code A to balanced “ladder” trans- mobile Ship Code A mission line. Very handy antennas 10 for feeding such balanced through 80 Meters. The lines without bringing then Uses capacative MFJ-216 Deluxe AmpSaverTM, includes front- indoors. Uses a large 2- matching to lower panel adjustments of pulse rate and duty core 4:1 balun wound with TeflonR MFJ-912 SWR to your 50- 1 1 cycle, for easy performance testing of wire. 3 /4x2 /4x7 inches. Ceramic $ 95 ohm mobile anten- 1 1 1 wattmeters, QSK systems and other equip- feed-thru insulators. Full legal 49 na, putting more power into it. 2 /2x2 /2x1 /2 ment. 3½X1½X4 inches. limit. SO-239 connector. Ship Code A inches -- easily fits in glove box. 10 www.mfjenterprises.com QSTCatP11.qxd 10/16/2003 10:27 AM Page 1

MFJ 1.8-170 MHz SWR Analyzer TM Reads complex impedance . . . Super easy-to-use MFJ-259B reads SWR . . . Complex RF Impedance: Resistance (R) and Reactance (X) or Magnitude (Z) and Phase (degrees) . . . Coax cable loss (dB) . . . Coax cable length and Distance to fault ...Return Loss . . . Reflection Coefficient . . . Inductance . . . Capacitance . . . Battery Voltage. LCD digital read- out . . . covers 1.8-170 MHz . . . frequency counter . . . side-by-side meters . . . Ni-Cad/Ni-MH charger circuit . . . battery saver . . . low battery warning . . . smooth reduction drive tuning . . . much more . . . You can determine velocity Measure resonant frequency and approxi- MFJ-259B factor, coax cable loss in dB, mate Q of traps, stubs, transmission lines, $25995 length of coax and distance to a RF chokes, tuned circuits and baluns. Ship Code A short or open in feet. Adjust your antenna tuner for a per- You can read SWR, return fect 1:1 match without creating QRM. loss and reflection coefficient at And this is only the beginning! The any frequency simultaneously at a MFJ-259B is a complete ham radio test sta- single glance. tion including -- frequency counter, RF sig- Also read inductance in uH nal generator, SWR AnalyzerTM, RF Resist- and capacitance in pF at RF fre- ance and Reactance Analyzer, Coax Analyzer, quencies. Capacitance/ Inductance Meter and more! Large easy-to-read two line Take it anywhere LCD screen and side-by-side Fully portable, take it anywhere -- re- meters clearly display your infor- mote sites, up towers, on DX-peditions. Use mation. 10 AA or Ni-Cad batteries (not included) or Built-in frequency counter, 110 VAC with MFJ-1312D, $14.95. 3 Ni-Cad charger circuit, battery Rugged all metal cabinet is only 4x2x6 /4”. saver, low battery warning and How good smooth re-duction drive tuning is the MFJ-259B? and much more. MFJ SWR AnalyzersTM work so good, Super easy to use! Just set many antenna manufacturers use them in the bandswitch and tune the dial - their lab and on the production line -- sav- - just like your transceiver. SWR ing thousands of dollars in instrumentation and Complex Impedance are dis- costs! Used worldwide by professionals played instantly! Here’s what you can do everywhere. Find your antenna’s true res- SWR Analyzer Accessories onant frequency. Trim dipoles MFJ-66, $19.95. Plug these MFJ dip and verticals. meter coupling coils into a MFJ SWR AnalyzerTM and turn it into a sensitive Adjust your Yagi, quad, and accurate band switched dip loop and other antennas, change meter. Set of two coils cover 1.8-170 antenna spacing and height and MHz depending on SWR AnalyzerTM. watch SWR, resistance and reac- MFJ-29C, $24.95. Tote your MFJ- tance change instantly. You’ll 259B anywhere with this genuine know exactly what to do by sim- MFJ custom carrying case. Has ply watching the display. back pocket with security cover Perfectly tune critical HF for carrying dip coils, adaptors mobile antennas in seconds for and accessories. Made of special super DX -- without subjecting foam-filled fabric, it cushions your transceiver to high SWR. blows, deflects scrapes, and pro- Measure your antenna’s 2:1 tects knobs, meters and displays SWR bandwidth on one band, or from harm. Clear protective win- The world’s most popular SWR analyz- dow for display and cutouts for analyze multiband performance from 1.8 to knobs and connectors. Authentic! er just got incredibly better and gives you 170 MHz! more value than ever! Check SWR outside the ham bands MFJ-99, $54.85. Carrying pouch, dip MFJ-259B gives you a complete pic- without violating FCC rules. coil adapters and power supply. ture of your antenna’s performance. You Take the guesswork out of building and MFJ-99B, $77.85. Deluxe Accessory can read antenna SWR and Complex adjusting matching networks and baluns. Pack has 10 Ni-MH batteries, power sup- Impedance 1.8 to 170 MHz. Measure distance in feet to a short or ply, pouch and dip coils. Save $7! Read Complex Impedance as series open in faulty coax. Measure length of a roll MFJ-92AA10, $24.95. 10-pack MFJ resistance and reactance (R+jX) or as mag- of coax, coax loss, velocity factor, impedance. NiMH AA rechargeable batteries. nitude (Z) and phase (degrees). Measure inductance and capacitance. MFJ-249B SWR AnalyzerTM Tunable Analyzer Filter MFJ-209 SWR AnalyzerTM Save a few MFJ-249B MFJ-731 Exclusive MFJ MFJ MFJ-209 bucks! Like $ 95 $ 95 tunable RF filter Starter SWR $ 95 239 TM 139 MFJ-259B, but Ship Code A Ship89 Code A allows accurate Analyzer Ship Code A less analog MFJ SWR and lets you read meters. Reads SWR, true impedance measurements SWR quickly only on a sin- impedance magnitude and between 1.8-30 MHz in pres- gle analog meter. Tune frequency only on LCD mod- ence of strong RF fields. Has knob, frequency control ule. Has charging circuit, can virtually no effect on measurements by the switch. No LCD module, use MFJ-259B accessories. analyzer. Works with all SWR Analyzers. counter or charging circuit. MFJ . . . The World Leader in Ham Radio Accessories 11 QSTCatP12.qxd 10/16/2003 10:28 AM Page 1

1.8-170 MHz plus 415-470 MHz HF/VHF/UHF SWR Analyzer Covers 1.8-170 MHz and 415-470 MHz . . . SWR . . . Complex RF Impedance: Resistance(R) and Reactance(X) or Magnitude(Z) and Phase(degrees) . . . Coax cable loss(dB) . . . Coax cable length and Distance to fault . . . Return Loss . . . Reflection Coefficient . . . Inductance . . . Capacitance . . . Battery Voltage. LCD digital readout . . . frequency counter . . . side-by-side meters . . . Ni-MH/ Ni- Cad charger circuit . . . battery saver . . . low battery warning . . . smooth reduction drive . . . MFJ-269 covers 1.8 to MFJ-269 and RF amplifiers without applying power. 170 MHz and 415 to 470 $ 95 Has easy-to-read LCD logarithmic SWR MHz -- an MFJ-269 exclu- 359 bargraph and SWR meter for quick tuning. sive! It includes all the fea- Take it anywhere tures of the MFJ-259B, the world’s most Fully portable, take it anywhere -- popular SWR Analyzer plus much more! remote sites, up towers, on DX-peditions. Large easy-to-read two line LCD dis- Built-in “N” connector. Free N-to-SO-239 play and side-by-side meters clearly display adaptor. Use 10 AA Ni-MH or Ni-Cad or your information. alkaline batteries (not incl.) or 110VAC Built-in Ni-Cad/Ni-MH charger circuit, with MFJ-1312D, $14.95. Measures 3 battery saver, low battery warning, smooth 4Wx2Dx6 /4H inches. reduction drive tuning. Use as signal source MFJ-269 SWR Analyzer Accessories for testing/alignment. TM MFJ-39C, $24.95. Tote Built-in CoaxCalculator -- calculates your MFJ-269 anywhere with coax line length in feet given coax length this genuine MFJ custom car- in electrical degrees and vice versa for any rying case. Has back pocket frequency and any velocity factor (great for with security cover for carry- building matching sections and phasing ing dip coils, adaptors and lines) -- an MFJ-269 exclusive! accessories. Made of special New 12-bit A/D converter gives much foam-filled fabric, the MFJ-39 better accuracy and resolution than com- cushions blows, deflects scrapes, and pro- mon 8-bit A/D converters -- an MFJ-269 tects knobs, meters and displays from exclusive! harm. Super easy to use! Just set the Wear it around your waist, over your bandswitch and tune the dial -- just like shoulder, or clip it onto the tower while your transceiver. you work -- the fully-adjustable webbed- 1.8 to 170 MHz Range Features fabric carrying strap has snap hooks on MFJ-269 gives you a complete picture both ends. Has clear protective window for fre- of your antenna. Read antenna SWR and quency display and cutouts for knobs and Complex Imped-ance 1.8 to 170 MHz. connectors -- use your MFJ SWR Built-in frequency counter. to over 600 Ohms, including 50, 51, 52, 53, AnalyzerTM without ever taking it out of your Read Complex Impedance as series 73, 75, 93, 95, 300, 450 Ohms -- an MFJ- case. Authentic MFJ leather logo distin- equivalent resistance and reactance (Rs+jXs) 269 exclusive! For more information see guishes the real thing from imitators! or as magnitude (Z) and phase (degrees). MFJ-259B, page 11. MFJ-269 SWR Analyzer Accessories Also reads parallel equivalent resistance 415 to 470 MHz Range features MFJ-99C, $34.95. SWR Analyzer and reactance (Rp+jXp) -- an MFJ-269 Just plug in your UHF antenna coax, set Power Pack. 10-Pack SuperCellTM Ni-MH exclusive! the frequency and read SWR, return loss and batteries, & MFJ-1312D Power supply for You can determine velocity factor, coax loss reflection coefficient simultaneously. You MFJ-259B/MFJ-269 analyzers. Save $5! in dB, length of coax and distance to short or can read coax cable loss in dB and match effi- open in feet. MFJ-98, $54.85. MFJ-269 Accessory ciency. Pack. Same as MFJ-99 but has MFJ-39 cus- You can read SWR, return loss and You can adjust UHF dipoles, verticals, reflection coefficient at any frequency tom Carrying Pouch for MFJ-269. With yagis, quads and other antennas and deter- power supply, dip coils. Save $5! simultaneously at a single glance. Also mine their SWR, resonant frequency and reads match efficiency. MFJ-98B, $77.85. MFJ-269 complete bandwidth. accessory pack! Pouch, batteries, dip coils, Also read inductance in uH and capaci- You can test and tune stubs and coax tance in pF at RF frequencies. lines. You can manually determine velocity power supply. Save $7! You can measure SWR and loss of coax factor and impedances of transmission lines. MFJ-92AA10, $24.95. 10-Pack AA with any characteristic impedance from 10 Adjust and test RF matching networks Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries. Super High Capacity 2000 mAh Ni-MH AA Batteries MFJ POWERHausTM Ultra-fast Intelligent Charger MFJ-92AA01 MFJ-92AA01, $2.99 each. MFJ’s super Charges AA-AAA-C-D and 9V Ni- MFJ-633 $ 99 high capacity Ni-MH “AA” batteries have MH or Ni-Cd Battery types. Active $ 95 Ship2 Code A twice the power of standard Nicads at about intelligent IC detects positive/negative, Ship24 Code A the same price! MFJ batteries have no detri- and monitors the voltage level during mental memory effect that are the trademark of Ni-Cad charging process. 2 separate sets of charging batteries so you can use them to their full potential. compartments optimize energy efficiency. Auto MFJ-92AA10, $24.95, 10-Pack, perfect for your MFJ switches to trickle when full charge is complet- SWR Analyzer! ed. Deep conditioning mode helps rescue bat- MFJ-92AAA01, $2.49. AAA Ni-MH rechargeable teries damaged by memory effect. Charging status LEDs, remov- batteries. 600 mAh, 1.2 volt batteries. able dust cover and 12V, 500 mAAC adapter is included. Quick MFJ-92AAA04, 4 pack AAA Ni-MH batteries, $8.99. charges 2-4 AA Ni-MH cells in an hour or less! 12 MFJ . . . The World Leader in Ham Radio Accessories! QSTCatP13.qxd 10/16/2003 10:32 AM Page 1

HF/VHF/UHF SWR Analyzers for all Your Building Needs MFJ Analyzers Measure SWR from 270 to 480 MHz MFJ-229 Select any desired frequency range for MFJ-219B Econo MFJ-229 $ 95 179 tuning. Examples: Tune from 280 to 295 MFJ-219B Similar to MFJ- Ship Code A MHz, 320 to 350 MHz or 400 to 450 MHz. $9995 229, less LCD dis- Read SWR of any Tuning knob has a built-in 10:1 vernier Ship Code A play. Has meter for antenna from 270 to reduction drive for precision tuning. SWR and jack for 480 MHz. You can use the MFJ-229 to adjust external frequency counter. 1 1 1 Just plug in your dipoles, verticals, yagis, quads and other Measures 2 /2Wx7 /2 Hx 2 /4D antenna coax, set the antennas and determine their SWR, reso- inches. MFJ-229 and MFJ-219 frequency and read nant frequency, and bandwidth. have “N” connector with free N- SWR! Test and tune stubs and coax lines. You to-SO-239 UHF adapter. Easy-to-read LCD can determine velocity factor, impedances Also they have Battery Check displays frequency and and estimate losses of transmission lines. and Power Saving feature. For SWR and has a loga- Adjust and test RF matching networks 50 Ohm systems. rithmic SWR bargraph and RF amplifiers without applying power. Use 9-Volt battery or 110 for precision tuning. Two line high-contrast Use as signal source for testing and VAC with MFJ-1312D, $14.95. 10 AA bat- 3 1 3 LCD has 32 huge 1/4 inch characters. alignment. Measures 3 /4Wx6 /2Hx1 /4D”. teries for MFJ-229 or 110 VAC adapter. HF 10-160M SWR AnalyzerTM MFJ VHF SWR AnalyzerTM Custom 24-35 MHz Analyzers MFJ-207 This compact MFJ-208 VHF SWR $ 95 For commercial $ 95 $ 95 TM 249 79 MFJ HF SWR 79 Analyzer finds the Ship Code A applications. Select Ship Code A Analyzer will help Ship Code A SWR of any antenna a specific frequency you build the antennas you need from 138-156 MHz. range and MFJ will customize for DX work. Jack for external frequency an analyzer for you. Choose the Just plug in the coax to counter. model below for your needs. 1 1 1 measure the SWR of any HF Measures 7 /2Hx2 /2Wx2 /4D Specify frequency range and antenna, 160 to 10 Meters. Has in. 9 V battery or 110 VAC with allow 4 weeks for these models. jack for external frequency MFJ-1312D, $14.95. counter. 9VDC of 110 VAC MFJ-220A, 24-49 MHz with MFJ-1312D($14.95). 6-Meter SWR Analyzer MFJ-220B, 34-69 MHz Plug in coax to find the SWR of any MFJ-217, $79.95, same as MFJ-220C, 45-91 MHz HF antenna on any band 10-160 Meters. MFJ-208 but covers 30-56 MHz for 6 MFJ-220D, 67-135 MHz Jack for external frequency counter. 9 Meters and commercial VHF. Jack for MFJ-220E, 90-176 MHz V battery or 110 VAC with MFJ-1312D, MFJ-220F, 190-350 MHz 1 1 1 external frequency counter. Dimensions, $14.95. Measures 7 /2Hx2 /2Wx2 /4D in. power requirements same as above. MFJ-220G, 140-260 MHz MFJ Antenna Bridge MFJ RX Noise Bridge 2-Meter FM Signal Analyzer No other equip- MFJ-204B MFJ-224 ment needed. Take it $7995 Quickly adjust $ 95 to your antenna site. Ship Code A almost any antenna Ship159 Code A Determine if your for maximum per- antenna is too long or too short, formance, 1 to 100 MFJ’s revolutionary measure its resonant frequency, MHz. handheld 2 Meter FM and its resistance to 500 ohms. Lengthen or MFJ-202B Signal AnalyzerTM lets you It’s the easiest, most conven- shorten your antenna for mini- $5995 measure signal strength ient way to determine antenna mum SWR. Measure resonant Ship Code A with over 60 dB dynamic parameters. frequency, feedpoint resistance range and measure actual Resistance bridge, null meter, and reactance. feedline loss in dB. tunable oscillator-driver (1.8- Works with any receiver or transceiver. Plug in any scope and 30MHz). 9 VDC or 110 VAC Hand-calibrated resistance scale, your MFJ-224 becomes a with MFJ-1312D, $14.95. expanded capacitance range and exclusive service monitor! Lets you visually analyze 1 1 1 1 4 Measures 7 /2Hx2 /2Wx2 /4D inches. built-in range extender. 4 / Wx2Hx4D in. modulation wave forms, audio distortion, noise and instantaneous peak deviation. Tune in any signal between 143.5 - 148.5 Economical Dip Meter covers 1.5-250 MHz MHz. Built-in discriminator-meter function Back in the vacuum tube days they resonant frequency. makes accurate tuning simple and easy. called these babies grid dip meters and Couple it to an antenna, or to coax lines You can plug in headphones to help you every ham and experimenter either had one to get their electrical length. tune in and identify signals easily. There’s or wanted one. The MFJ- Or use it as an absorption wavemeter for also a battery check function. 201 solid state (hence no measuring transmitter output, neutralizing Plot field strength patterns, Position “grid”) is tank circuits, or even a field strength meter. MFJ-201 antennas, Measure preamp gain, Detect $ 95 smaller, Other traditional dip uses include: feedline faults, Track down hidden trans- lighter, and crystal oscillator, monitoring audio signal Ship119 Code A mitters, Tune transmitters and filters, Check vastly more output (it includes a headphone jack), and and set deviation anywhere in the band plus versatile measuring inductance and capacitance. much more! than its This solid-state grid dip meter covers Analyze audio quality with an oscillo- ancestor. 1.5-250 MHz in 6 bands, has thumb wheel scope, Solve FM radio problems fast, Scan Use it as a tuning, color code readout, 6 coils, ear- the band, Tune in and identify signals, Tune traditional phone jack and battery check. Uses a 9V transmitters and filters. 1 3 dip meter to battery for operation. Measures a compact Measures 4Wx2 /2Dx6 /4H inches. 1 find a coil’s 2Wx2 /2Dx7H” including coils. Uses 9 Volt battery (not included). www.mfjenterprises.com 13 QSTCatP14.qxd 10/16/2003 10:35 AM Page 1

Equip your test bench with these MFJ products MFJ Frequency Counters Cover 1 MHz to 3 GHz or 10 Hz to 3 GHz MFJ-886 Frequency Counter covers 1 MHz to 3 NEW! MFJ-888 covers 10 Hz to 3 GHZ with a 10-digit GHz. It features 300 MHz direct count with 0.1 Hz- LCD and an ultra-sensitive synchronous detector with 16-sec- per-second resolution. Incredible deal also includes tion bargraph to show RF signal strength. MFJ-886 Ni-Cd battery pack, charger and telescopic whip! MFJ-888 It features a Hi-Z low range, auto-hold, meas- $ 95 10-digit high-contrast LCD display is easy-to- $ 95 ures frequency and period, has LED backlight, 119 3 184 Ship Code A read. Huge /4 inch digits are highly visible. Ship Code A beeper, low power consumption, hold switch to Hold switch locks display. Synchronous detector lock display, low battery indicator and more. A gives ultra-sensitive RF Signal Strength LCD bar- high-speed 300 MHz direct counter with 0.1 Hz res- graph. Four selectable gate times gives .1 Hz to 10 olution has four selectable gate speeds. Hz resolution in 300 MHz range and 10 Hz to 1000 Built-in Ni-Cd battery pack will operate up to 6 Hz resolution in 3 GHz range. hours and recharges with the external charger. MFJ- 3 1 1 Rechargeable Ni-Cd battery pack (included) gives 888 (2 /4Wx4 /4Hx1 /4D”) is complete with Ni-Cd bat- up to 6 hours of use. Low battery LED indicator. tery pack, charger, and telescopic whip. 3 1 1 Rugged aluminum cabinet (2 /4Wx3 /4Hx1 /4D inch- Housed in a handsome stamped aluminum cabi- es) fits in shirt pocket and has black anodized finish. net with black anodized finish. Find Power Line Noise Fast! 1-30 MHz RF Current Meter MFJ Compact Test Gear MFJ-854 RF Current Pocket-size Function Generator Meter reads true RF cur- MFJ-5000 This unique unit is rent! Accurately meas- $ 95 the only compact, bat- Walk 79 MFJ-852 ures actual RF currents Ship Code A tery-operated function or drive flowing in antenna ele- generator designed for around with $9995 Ship Code A ments, radials, ground travel or bench use. Based on an this hand- wires and on the outside XR-2206 integrated circuit, it pro- held power of coax feedlines. Study vides square, triangular, and sine line noise and optimize your waves continuously from 1 Hz to well over meter to antennas for peak per- 150 KHz in 3 ranges. 4Hx3Wx1D inches. search out leaky insulators, loose hardware formance. Also great Frequency range switch, external power and corroded ground lines quickly. Track for tracking down jack, 5-way binding posts. Use 9V battery. the noise source right down to the pole, RFI-causing currents Professional Function Generator transformer or insulator, or other source. on household wiring. Operates in the 135 MHz region where MFJ-854’s sense coil MFJ-5004 activity is a minimum and radiation from simply snaps over wires $12995 corona and arcing is far more localized. MFJ-854 and cables for fast measurements Ship Code A 0.3 uV sensitivity and wide-range AGC for $ 95 on its easy-to-read meter. noise level meter -- over 70 dB! 99 Ship Code A Measure actual RF current from Gives precision sine, square and trian- Plug in headphones and hear the noise 30 mA to 3 amps. A variable sensitivity you’re tracking or plug in a tape recorder. gular wave forms from 1 Hz to 1 MHz in 6 control allows quick, fast checks. RF cur- decade ranges. Amplitude adjustable 0-12 2Wx4Hx1.5D inches. Use 9 Volt battery. rents of 1 mA or less will yield a usable Use this ultra-sensitive pocket-sized RFI volts peak-to-peak. DC offset is adjustable meter deflection for tracking RFI pickup -6 to +6 VDC. Output is short circuit pro- Detector to track down and eliminate RFI on household wiring and cables. Sensitive caused by radiating cables and wires. It’ll tected with output impedance of 400 Ohms. enough to use an MFJ SWR Analyzer as Sturdy black all metal cabinet. 110 VAC. tell you exactly which cable is radiating the source to drive your antennas. MFJ- RFI so you can eliminate it with a simple 854 employs linearity compensation cir- Portable Signal Tracer-Injector toroid or clamp-on RFI filter. Use it to cuitry to assure accuracy even at low RF Multi-purpose MFJ-5012 find RFI generated by consumer devices, current. It measures RF current from 1 Portable Signal $7995 computers and high-tech office equipment. mA to 3 Amps in six ranges. 1-30 MHz Tracer-Injector Ship Code A When you eliminate the RFI source, hash, and usable beyond. Accepts cables up to quickly finds birdies, whistles and transient noise mirac- 1 1 1 defective stages in all kinds of 1/2” diameter. 2 /2Wx5 /2Hx1 /2D inches. ulously disappear. signal amplifiers, radio re- ceivers and transmitters. In- MFJ Portable RFI Sniffer 81 dB Step Attenuator cludes home theaters, hi-fi amplifiers, pub- MFJ-805 works with mobile installations, ferreting out alter- lic address systems, guitar amplifiers, nator hash, ignition pulses and AM/FM/ TV transceivers, phones, scanners, microprocessor noise on feed- shortwave, etc. Use to find opens and lines and power leads. Isolate shorts in cables and wires, identify and cables picking up RFI and know locate individual wires in multi-conductor when you’ve suppressed the cables. Has an AM detector and variable problem. Easy-to-use. Clamp gain audio amplifier. 3Wx4Hx1D inches. current transformer over sus- This will be your most useful MFJ-762 1 pected cable or wire (up to /4 in. ham shack accessory! 50 ohms. $ 95 Portable Variable Power Supply MFJ-805 Usable to 500 MHz. 250 mil- 69 This MFJ MFJ-4105 $ 95 diameter) to detect RFI causing Ship Code A 79 common-mode currents. Compact liwatt maximum input. BNC con- power supply $7995 Ship Code A 1 3 Ship Code A 2 /4Wx4 /4Hx1D” fits in shirt nectors. Shielded stages. Connect between is portable pocket. Use 9 Volt battery. Usable VLF to VHF. receiver and antenna and use an S-meter as a enough to fit in any toolbox Gain adjustable over 50 dB range. precision calibrated field strength meter. 3Wx4Hx1D”. It’s so light Prevent receiver blocking, cross-modula- MFJ AC Line Monitor tion. Determine gain and loss. Ideal for fox you can carry it anywhere. MFJ-850, $19.95. Color hunting. Evaluate linearity. Provides fixed 5 VDC output along with a coded scale lets you read volt- Measure input and output level differ- variable 1.5-12 VDC output. Total output is age from 95-135 Volts. 2% ences. Isolate circuits. 500 mA. Output terminals and ground are 1 1 1 Accuracy. 2 /4Wx2 /4H x1 /2D”. Extend the range of your sensitive equip- convenient 5-way binding posts. Easy out- 1 1 1 Great for shack & motorhomes! ment. 6 /2Wx2 /2Hx1 /2D inches. put voltage setting. Input 110 VAC. 14 www.mfjenterprises.com QSTCatP15.qxd 10/16/2003 10:37 AM Page 1

MFJ Switching Power Supplies Power your HF transceiver, 2-Meter/440 MHz mobile/base and accessories with these 25 or 45 Amp MFJ MightyLiteTM Switching Power Supplies! No RF hash, Super lightweight,Volt/Amp Meters MFJ’s new adjustable voltage switching NO RF HASH! MFJ-4225MV NO RF HASH! power supplies do it all! Power your HF or 25 Amp 2M/440 MHz radio and accessories. No $ 95 more picking up and hauling around heavy, bulky supplies that can cause a hernia. 149Ship Code B MFJ’s 25 Amp MightyLiteTM weighs just 3.7 lbs. -- that’s 5 times lighter than an MFJ-4245MV equivalent conventional power supply. 45 Amp MFJ’s 45 Amp is even more dramatic -- 8 $ 95 times lighter and weighs just 5.5 pounds! 199Ship Code B No RF hash! Worldwide Versatility voltage and current. Whisper quiet internal These babies are clean . . . Your buddies TM won’t hear any RF hash on your signal! MFJ MightyLites can be used any- fan efficiently cools your power supply for None in your receiver either! where in the world! They have switchable long life. Some competing switching power sup- AC input voltage and work from 85 to 135 About the MFJ-4225MV, QST magazine plies generate objectionable RF hash in VAC or 170 to 260 VAC. Replaceable fuse. (January 2000) said, “its external control MightyLitesTM . . . Mighty Features for varying the output voltage is very your transmitted and received signal. TM These super clean MFJ MightyLitesTM MFJ MightyLites feature a front-panel handy for test bench applications,” and also meet all FCC Class B regulations. voltage control. It lets you vary the output noted that “overall, the noise generated by Low Ripple . . . Highly Regulated voltage from 9 to 15 Volts DC and gives this supply is very low”. Less than 35 mV peak-to-peak ripple you a highly regulated voltage output. Two models to choose from . . . under 25 or 45 amp full load. Load regula- You get an easy access front-panel with MFJ-4225MV, $149.95. 25 Amps tion is better than 1.5% under full load. five-way binding posts for heavy duty use maximum or 22 Amps continuous. Weighs and a cigarette lighter socket for mobile 3 1 Fully Protected 3.7 pounds. Measures 5 /4Wx4 /2Hx6D in. accessories. MFJ-4245MV has two sets of 1 3 You won’t burn up our power supplies! quick-connects on the rear for accessories. MFJ-4245MV, $199.95. 7 /2Wx4 /4Hx They are fully protected with Over Voltage Large 3 inch dual meters are brightly 9D in.45 Amps maximum, 40 Amps con- and Over Current protection circuits. illuminated to make it easy to monitor load tinuous. Weighs 5.5 pounds. Super Compact MightyLiteTM 25 Amp Switching Power Supply 3 3 The smallest and lightest power supply in ham radio! Tiny 5 /4 Wx3Hx5 /4 D” fits anywhere -- MFJ-4125 is similar to the popular air flow to help keep components cool. MFJ-4225 MV but much smaller and does- MFJ-4125 has switchable AC input n’t have meters or the cigarette lighter voltage. 110 VAC at 47-62 Hz and 220 socket. MFJ-4125 VAC at 47-63 Hz. Super regulation. 5-way binding posts are for high cur- $10995 Worldwide versatility allows it to work AC rent radio connects and pair of speaker Ship Code A input 85-135 VAC or 170-260 VAC. type push-on terminals are for low cur- Weighs only 3.5 lbs. and measures an 1 1 3 rent accessories. un-believable 5 /2Wx2 /2Hx5 /4D”-- it’s the Super protection modes include Over smallest and lightest power supply in ham Voltage and Over Current. Whisper quiet radio! Has MFJ’s NoMatterWhatTM one year internal cooling fan generates tremendous No RF Hash! limited warranty. MFJ 30/22/12 Amp Regulated DC Power Supplies Massive 19.2 pound transformer, Adjustable 1-14 VDC, Quick connects, cigarette lighter socket . . . MFJ’s heavy duty conventional MFJ-4035MV increases as load current increases -- keeps 1 3 power supply is excellent for power- $ 95 components cool. 9 /2Wx6Hx9 /4D inches. ing HF or 2 Meter/440 MHz 149 MFJ 22/20 Amp Power Supply rig/accessories. Ship Code F MFJ-4322, $99.95 A massive 19.2 pound trans- delivers 22 Amps surge former makes this power supply super and 20 Amps continu- heavy duty! It delivers 35 amps maximum ous at 13.8 VDC. Its and 30 amps continuous without even flex- mass-ive transformer, ing its muscles. Plugs into any 110 VAC heatsink and heavy wall outlet. duty construction weigh over 19 pounds. It’s highly regulated with load regula- 3 3 meters let you monitor voltage and current. 8Wx4 /4Hx11 /4D in. Ship Code F. tion better than 1%. Ripple voltage is less MFJ 12/10 Amp Power Supply than 30 mV. No RF hash -- it’s super clean! Three sets of output terminals include a pair of heavy duty five-way binding posts MFJ-4312, $69.95. Fully protected -- has over voltage pro- 1 for HF/VHF radios, two pairs of quick-con- It weighs over 13 /2 lbs. tection, fold back short circuit protection 3 1 nects for accessories and a covered ciga- 8Wx4 /4Hx10 /4D”. and over-temperature protection. Delivers 12 Amps surge You get front panel adjustable voltage rette lighter socket for mobile accessories. A front-panel fuse holder makes fuse and 10 Amps continu- from 1 to 14 VDC with a convenient detent ous at 13.8 VDC. Ship Code F. set at 13.8 VDC. A pair of front-panel replacement easy. Whisper quiet fan speed MFJ . . . The World Leader in Ham Radio Accessories 15 QSTCatP16.qxd 10/16/2003 10:40 AM Page 1

MFJ High Current DC Multi-Outlet Strips Choose super heavy-duty 5-way binding posts AND/OR Anderson PowerPole® connectors Provide multiple high current DC outlets for trans- MFJ No Matter WhatTM Warranty ceivers and accessories from your transceiver’s main All MFJ DC Strips are protected by MFJ’s famous DC power supply – keeps you neat, organized and safe. No Matter WhatTM one year limited warranty. MFJ will Prevents fire hazards. Keeps wires from tangling up and repair or replace (at our option) your strip no matter shorting out. Outlets are fused/switched/RF bypassed. what for one full year. MFJ DC Multi-Outlets with versatile 5-way binding posts MFJ-1118 MFJ-1118, $74.95. Lets light. Built-in 0-25 VDC voltmeter. Six feet $ 95 you power two HF and/or VHF super heavy duty eight gauge color-coded Ship74 Code A rigs and six or more acces- cable with ring tongue terminals. Binding sories from your transceiver’s posts are spaced for standard dual banana MFJ-1116 main 12 VDC supply. Two plugs. Heavy duty aluminum construction. 1 3 1 $ 95 pairs of super heavy duty 35 12 /2x2 /4x2 /2 inches. Ship49 Code A amp 5-way binding posts con- MFJ-1117, $54.95. For powering four nect your transceivers. Each HF/VHF radios (two at 35 Amps each and MFJ-1112 pair is fused and RF bypassed. two at 35 Amps combined) simultaneously. $ 95 Handles 35 Amps total.Six Tiny 8x2x3 inches. Ship34 Code A pairs of heavy duty, RF MFJ-1116, $49.95. Similar to MFJ-1118. bypassed 5-way binding posts No 35 amp posts. Has “ON” LED and 0-25 MFJ-1117 let you power your accessories. They handle VDC voltmeter. 15 amps total. $ 95 15 Amps total, are protected by a master fuse MFJ-1112, $34.95. Similar to MFJ-1116. Ship54 Code A and have an ON/OFF switch with “ON” LED No on/off switch, LED, meter, fuse. ® Anderson PowerPole® is a registered New! MFJ DC Multi-Outlets with Anderson PowerPole connectors trademark of Anderson Power Products. Genderless, polarized and color coded connectors conform to ARES & RACES emergency 12V connector standard Each Anderson PowerPole® outlet can All PowerPoles® PowerPoles® AND 5-Way Binding Posts carry up to 40 amps. You can fuse each outlet as needed to protect your accessories or transceiver. The main fuse is 40 amps. The standard color coded fuses simply plug in from outside. They are widely available ATC/ATO automobile fuses and MFJ-1128 MFJ-1128, $99.95. 12 out- MFJ-1129 MFJ-1129, $109.95. Get can be used for 6, 12, 24 VDC systems. $9995 lets. Factory installed fuses: $ 95 the best of both connectors! The heavy duty DC input cable is built- Ship Code A three 1A, four 5A, four 10A, Ship109 Code A 10 outlets. Installed fuses: in – you don’t have to pay extra just to use one 25A, one 35A. Built-in two 1A, three 5A, three 10A, 0-25 VDC Voltmeter. ON/OFF switch con- one 25A, one 40A. Outlets 1, 2, 4-8 are it! It’s a high-current carrying capacity ® eight gauge, flexible, stranded, six foot trols outlet 4 through 12, handles 20 Amps Anderson PowerPole . Outlet 3 is a 35A (can be shorten) cable with 5/16 ring termi- total. Outlet 1, 2 and 3 are unswitched, high current binding post; outlet 9, 10 are handle 40 amps total. Includes 12 pair of 15A binding posts. Built-in 0-25 VDC nals. It’s color coded Red and Black. ® Extra Anderson PowerPole® connectors, Anderson PowerPole 24 40A contacts, 10 Voltmeter. ON/OFF switch for outlets 4-10, fuses (2 each: 1,5,10,25,40A). 20 amps total. Outlets 1, 2, 3 unswitched, contacts and fuses are included at no extra 1 3 cost, unlike lesser competitive products. 12Wx1 /4Hx2 /4D inches. handle 40 amps total. Includes 7 pairs of PowerPole® 14 40A contacts, 10 fuses (2 An massive 0.062 inch thick double 1 1 3 sided plated through PC board with wide ea, 1,5,10,25,40). 12 /2Wx1 /4Hx2 /4D in. traces is used. The current path has an MFJ-1124 equivalent current carrying capacity of an $ 95 enormous 4 ounce trace. 59 MFJ-1126 MFJ-1126, $79.95. 8 outlets. Ship Code A RF-tight aluminum cabinet has mount- $ 95 ing ears and ground post with wing nut. Factory installed fuses: two MFJ-1124, $59.95. 6 outlets. Installed fuses: Ship79 Code A 1A, three 5A, two 10A, one one 1A, one 5A, two 10A, two 25A, one 40A. HF Transceiver Power Cord 25A, one 40A. Includes 6 Outlets 1-4 are PowerPole®. Outlets 5, 6 are MFJ-5535, $14.95. pair of Anderson PowerPole® 12 40A con- 35A high current binding posts. Includes 4 Replace your HF Radio tacts and 5 fuses: (1 ea. 1,5,10,25,40). pair PowerPole® 8 40A contacts, 5 fuses 1 3 1 3 original power cord at a 9Wx1 /4Hx2 /4 inches. (1ea, 1,5,10,25,10) 8Wx1 /4Hx2 /4D inches. fraction of the original cost. Accessories for MFJ High Current DC Multi-Outlet strips Two super-flex, 12 gauge, multi-strand, soft Anderson PowerPole® with 40A contacts Banana Plugs for binding posts wires 8 feet in length. Two in-line fuse hold- MFJ-11C06, $ 5.49, 6 pairs. ers with fuses. Power plug is keyed to pre- MFJ-11C12, $10.49, 12 pairs. MFJ-7700, $5.95. Six pairs solder- vent reverse polarity. Get extra cords for less Red and Black banana plugs. MFJ-11C25, $19.95, 25 pairs. each operating station, mobile/base. Fits New! Yaesu, Icom, Kenwood & compatibles. MFJ-11C100, $69.95, 100 pairs. UHF/VHF Transceiver Power Cord MFJ-7602, $9.95. Tool for MFJ-5512, $12.95. Two crimping Power- New! super-flex, 14 gauge, multi- Pole® connectors. MFJ-7709, $5.95. High current strand, soft wires 15 feet in MFJ-11F20, $9.95. 10 ATO Fuse pack. 2 dual banana plug, has Black and Red polarity rings. length. Single in-line fuse each: 1,5,10,25,40 amp. holder with fuse. Power plug is keyed to Transceiver Power Cords with PowerPoles® connectors prevent reverse polarity. Fits Yaesu, Icom, MFJ-5535M, $19.95. HF radio Power Cord, HF Molex to Anderson PowerPole®. Kenwood & compatibles. MFJ-5512M, $17.95. VHF/UHF radio power cord. T-connector to Anderson PowerPole®. 16 MFJ . . . The World Leader in Ham Radio Accessories! QSTCatP17.qxd 10/16/2003 10:42 AM Page 1

MFJ Pocket Size Morse Code Tutor Learn Morse code fast, anywhere . . . LCD display lets you check your copy instantly . . . easy no-code beginner’s course . . . plain English QSOs . Beginner’s Course MFJ-418 and program custom characters and words ARRL/VEC format. $ 95 on 2 line LCD display with 32 huge 1/4 Learn small fixed sets of inch high-contrast characters -- powerful characters. Previously 79Ship Code A sound and sight learning! learned sets are combined with new sets to Only MFJ gives you SilkySmooth reinforce all you have learned. SidetoneTM with TruToneTM sinewave and Practice copying, then instantly replay SoftStartTM dots/dashes -- lets you concen- to check your copy on the LCD display. trate on learning without distracting, harsh Custom Character Sets keyclicks. Use earphones for private prac- Having trouble with certain characters? tice or built-in speaker for groups. Volume Build and save 3 custom sets of 16 charac- control. Variable pitch 300-1000 Hz. ters for extra practice -- an MFJ exclusive. Fits in your shirt pocket with room to Practice copying realistic on-the-air spare -- smaller than a pack of cigarettes. 1 3 1 style plain English QSOs. Gets you ready Tiny 2 /4x3 /4x1 in., weighs less than 5 /2 to pass your FCC test and upgrade. Also ounces. Uses 9 volt battery (not included). builds confidence for your first real contact. Select normal or Tapes play the same old boring stuff MFJ Word Recognition ModeTM over and over. Unlike tapes, you’ll never TM Farnsworth spacing. MFJ’s Word Recognition Mode gives Farnsworth makes it MFJ-418 top view memorize MFJ-418’s random sessions. you hundreds of commonly used words in easier to learn entire characters. Stop Pocket Tutor Accessories ham radio. Practice recognizing entire counting individual dots and dashes that MFJ-26B, $6.95. Soft words instead of individual letters. slows learning! Adjustable 10 to 60 WPM leather protection for MFJ-418 Select letter, number, punctuation, for high-speed. with pocket/belt clip. prosign or FCC character sets (has only Use fixed length or more realistic ran- MFJ-281, $12.95. Speaker letters, numbers and prosigns required on for group practice. Loud, power- dom length groups (up to 8 characters). 3 1 FCC tests), random call signs, random You can change speed on-the-fly while ful audio! 3 /4x3x2 /4” words, QSOs or combo sets for practice -- playing a session 3 to 60 words-per-minute. More pocket size MFJ Morse Tutors you’ll never run out of study material! TM MFJ-417, $59.95. Similar to MFJ-418, TM SettingSaver MFJ InteractiveMode Settings are automatically saved, ready but no LCD. Most software features. InteractiveModeTM lets you decide MFJ-413, $39.95. Similar to MFJ-417, to use next time--just turn on and replay. TM when to copy the next or previous group Check your copy, select from menus less random words, QSOs, SettingSaver . and how many -- great for beginners! Deluxe Morse Key and Oscillator for Code and Sending Practice MFJ-557 MFJ-557 Deluxe Code You can practice without bothering anyone. $2995 Practice Oscillator features a Tone control gives you a wide adjustment, from high Ship Code B Morse straight key on a non- “squeaky” to low “booming” tones. You even get an earphone skid heavy steel base -- stays jack for private listening times. put and doesn’t move around Plug in an external speaker (MFJ-281, $12.95, powerful com- while you’re sending. pact speaker) for high volume in the classroom. MFJ-557 lets you practice MFJ-557 runs on a 9 volt battery (not included) or 110 VAC sending code at home, work, with MFJ-1312, $14.95. Plugs into jack on the side. riding in your car -- practically anywhere -- When you’re finished cleaning up your fist with the MFJ-557, MFJ-550 because it’s so easy to take it wherever you go. hook up the straight key to your transmitter and go on-the-air. Telegraph key only $ 95 Volume control adjusts from barely audible to blaring Don’t pass up a super buy! Built-in speaker, adjustable con- 1 1 3 7 full sound. tacts. 8 /2x2 /4x3 /4 inches. Black. Ship Code A Use HT for on-the-air CW Fun Classroom Code Oscillator Classroom Morse Code Tutor MFJ’s The MFJ-554 MFJ-414 JimHandyTM CW world’s $7995 $ 95 interface plugs into finest code Ship Code A Ship199 Code A your 144/440 MHz practice The handheld and con- oscillator is de- signed for demanding Cadillac of verts it into a mod- MFJ-552 classroom use and abuse. all Morse Code trainers! For VECs, ulated CW transceiver -- just plug $ 95 It produces a true pure sinewave Elmers, teachers, ham clubs, schools and sidetone with no trace of harsh keyclicks. in your key. Ship79 Code A hams who want the best. Has everything in Get your ham buddies together You’ll hear the clearest, sweetest sounding the famous MFJ-418 Pocket Size Morse on-the-air and enjoy some fantastic CW CW you have ever heard. Delivers full 1 Code TutorTM plus . . . Hear powerful class- fun. Run a little code practice on your watt into built-in 3” speaker -- fills an room audio from its built-in speaker/ ampli- repeater. Start your own FM CW Net. entire room. Low distortion -- less than fier with true sinewave sidetone and no Have fun and upgrade! A transmit/receive .2% total harmonic distortion from its BTL harsh keyclicks. Down/upload custom prac- switch automatically switches your HT to (Bridge-Tied-Load) amplifier. Volume con- tice groups from PC with serial port . . . transmit when you send CW and returns trol, 400-1000 Hz tone control, on/off 1 Store 16 FCC exams for VECs . . . Print you to receive when you stop keying. switch, power on LED, /4 inch key jack, correct answers using printer port . . . Record Built-in speaker, volume control and 3.5 mm external speaker jack, uses 12 3 1 quality code tapes with tape output . . . Send great sounding true sinewave sidetone -- no VDC. All metal enclosure 4 /4x1 /2x5 in. on-the-air CW practice with HF/VHF radio 1 3 harsh keyclicks. 4Wx1 /4Hx3 /4D inches. Save $15.85! MFJ-554X, $99.95. interface. . . Use full featured memory keyer Use 9V battery (not included). Pre-wired Includes MFJ-554 Code Oscillator, MFJ- TM with 1000 character memory. Serial port patch cables, $15.95 for your HT on page 281 ClearTone speaker, MFJ-550 and open end HT cables included. 110 VAC Telegraph Key, & MFJ-1312D AC adapter. 1 1 31. MFJ-550 key only, $7.95. /12VDC operation. 8 /2Wx2 /4Hx6D inches. www.mfjenterprises.com 17 QSTCatP18.qxd 10/16/2003 10:45 AM Page 1

MFJ/Curtis/Bencher is a winning CW combo! MFJ-422D The Best of all sidetone and auto or semi-auto/tune modes. $ 95 CW worlds -- a Keys solid state or tube transmitters. Fully shielded. 9 volt 169 TM Ship Code B MFJ/Curtis keyer in battery or 110 VAC with MFJ-1312D, $14.95. a compact package MFJ-422DX Keyer mounts on the paddle base to form a small 1 1 that fits on the Bencher $ 95 4x2 /4x4 /4”. Buy the combo or just the MFJ keyer iambic paddle! Buy the com- 79 (MFJ-422DX) to fit on your Bencher or MFJ-564 or bination or just the keyer for Ship Code A MFJ-564B iambic paddle (see below). your Bencher or MFJ paddle. Paddles to use with MFJ-422DX MFJ’s most popular keyer MFJ-564 Black or Chrome, is small but big in features giv- $49.95 (see below). ing you adjustable weight and tone BY-1, $119.95. Black Bencher. and has front panel volume and speed con- BY-2, $139.95. Beautiful trols (5-65 wpm). Has built-in dot-dash memories, speaker, chrome Bencher paddle. MFJ Curtis Iambic Keyer has Dot, Dash Memory Everything you need Weight control lets you adjust your dot-dash space ratio to to send great CW from make your signal distinctive to bust through pile-ups. It also lets this MFJ Cutris KeyerTM - you compensate for the turn-on delay of your transmitter. - easy access front panel Has tune switch for tuning your transmitter or antenna tuner. controls, all keyer modes, RF proof. Built-in speaker for sidetone. dot-dash memories, jam- Keys solid state and tube transmitters. Use 9 volt battery or 110 proof spacing, weight VAC with MFJ-1312D, $14.95. Attractive black cabinet measures MFJ-407D 3 3 3 $ 95 control, sidetone, built-in speaker and more. Speed, 5 /4x1 /4x4 /4 inches. 69 weight, tone and volume controls, and tune, semi- MFJ/Curtis ECONO KeyerTM Ship Code A auto and on/off switches are on the front panel. MFJ-401D is the MFJ-401D A dual paddle key such as the MFJ-564, lets you same as MFJ-407D $ 95 use the iambic mode. In this mode, you can insert a dot before a except weight and 49 dash finishes or insert a dash before a dot finishes. Also, squeez- tone controls are Ship Code A ing both paddles generates alternating dots and dashes. This lets adjusted internally and doesn’t have you send characters such as C, K, and R with a single squeeze. It a tune switch. Use 9 volt battery or turns an inexperienced fist into a professional. 110 VAC with MFJ-1312D, $14.95. 3 1 You can use the automatic mode with a single or dual paddle. 4x1 /4x3 /4 inches. You automatically generate dots and dashes by pressing the paddle. Build Your Own Keyer with this Curtis Chip You can switch into a semi-automatic “bug” mode to generate The legendary Curtis 8044ABM keyer dots automatically and dashes manually. Or you can use a chip is now the revolutionary new Curtis “straight key” and manually generate your own dots and dashes. 8045ABM with more features than ever You get dot-dash memory, self-completing dots and dashes, at no extra cost! Choose . . . 28 pin skin- jam-proof spacing and instant start keying. ny DIP or SMT SOIC package. $19.95, Ship Code A. Select Type A or Type B keying to match your sending style. MFJ Nano-size Keyer/Paddle Combination Pocket Travel Keyer has Built-in Paddle Ham radio's tiniest electronic keyer has MFJ-403P This MFJ Travel Keyer is a MFJ-402 a built-in iambic paddle! It’s just $6995 full-featured CW keyer with a $ 95 2x3x1 inches and weighs 3½ Ship Code A built-in Iambic paddle. 3 59 ounces! Ultra-compact size 3 /4Wx Ship Code A 1 Fully-enclosed paddle has a 1H x2 /4D” is perfect for traveling or for home “bug” feel for smooth CW. It’s precision use with QRP or “big” rigs. Throw it in your formed from resilient phosphorous bronze. briefcase along with your MFJ CubTM or other It’s easy-to-use. Just set one button and send one letter to favorite on your next trip. A built-in sidetone with change your keyer settings -- speed 5-65 WPM, weight 25%-75%, LM386 audio amplifier, speaker and volume control makes moni- iambic mode A/B, normal or "bug" mode and reverse paddle. toring your sending easy. Speed adjustable from 3 to 60 WPM. Screwdriver adjustment for easy speed change. Tune mode for Sidetone pitch is adjustable 300 to 1000 Hz. Weight adjustable tuning antenna tuner or transmitter. RF proof. 4 foot cord with 3.5 from 25% to 75%. Tune mode, RF proof, Battery Saver feature. mm plug. Keys nearly any rig. Select a keyer mode to suit you - - iambic mode A or B, fully No on/off switch -- keyer turns off between dits! Battery lasts automatic or semi-auto “bug” mode. Use 9 Volt battery, not incl. nearly shelf life. MFJ-403, $49.95. MFJ ultra compact CW Travel Keyer only. MFJ Deluxe Iambic Paddles MFJ Miniature Iambic Paddle This miniature, lightweight iambic 3 3 3 paddle is just 1 /4Wx1 /4Dx /4H inches 1 and weighs just 2 /2 ounces. Tiny enough to fit in an Altoids(R) tin (cord MFJ-561 and all!) for protection. It’s per- MFJ-564/B $ 95 fect for traveling or for home use $ 95 19 with QRP or “big” rigs. Perfect 59 Ship Code A companion for MFJ or other key- MFJ-564 Chrome Ship Code A MFJ-564B Black ers. Great for any QRP or QRO rig! The paddle is precision MFJ deluxe iambic paddles feature a full range of adjustments in formed from special phosphorous bronze spring material with an tension and contact spacing, self-adjusting nylon and steel bearings, A150 temper. This gives you an excellent feel so you can send contact points that almost never need cleaning, precision machined smooth CW. Mounted on rugged metal base with non-skid rubber frame and non-skid feet on heavy base. MFJ-564, Chrome or MFJ- feet. Has 4 foot cord and 3.5 mm plug -- ready to plug into keyer 564B, Black. MFJ422DX keyers and MFJ-490X memory keyer are or rig! MFJ-561K, $14.95. Build your own! MFJ iambic paddle designed to be mounted in these paddles. kit with instructions, cord, hardware needed to build your paddle. 18 www.mfjenterprises.com QSTCatP19.qxd 10/16/2003 10:47 AM Page 1

MFJ MilleniumTM CW Memory Keyer Is CW dead? Digital and linear analog speed control Not at MFJ! MFJ’s menu driven LCD from 5 to 99 wpm (3:1 to 20:1 speed range) display makes it so easy to use, you don’t Farnsworth, speed from 10 to 99 wpm need an instruction manual. Ultra speed sets messages up to 990 wpm The MFJ-495 combines the latest mille- Adjustable weight 25% to 75% nium microprocessor technology with non- Adjustable sidetone from 300 to 1000 Hz volatile EEPROM memory for a full-featured, Keying output delay up to 20 ms low cost, high reliability design. Push-to-talk (PTT) hang time up to 5 sec. Send CW or load messages using a pad- Direct (positive) or grid-block (negative) dle, keyboard or computer serial port. block outputs and has a port MFJ-495 keying Easy-to-use menus and LCD display let for an optional remote con- $ 95 Timed tune for XMTR adjustment you set all keyer functions merely by pushing trol. PTT output, built-in 159 Timed pauses in messages/message loop buttons. Keyer functions can also be changed speaker, sinewave sidetone, Ship Code A from your paddle, keyboard or computer. Internal speaker with adjustable volume more! Supports Qwerty and Dvorak keyboards The LCD also shows the message as it’s Features include: being sent from memory or live from your 190 characters type-ahead keyboard paddle, keyboard or computer. Iambic keyer with dot and dash memo- buffer with low buffer warning The MFJ-495 has 32 message memories ries; automatic, semi or hand-key mode. Dual user mode supports operators with of 256 characters each. You can repeat mes- Keyboard Input lets you plug in any AT different configuration settings sages continuously, insert timed pauses within keyboard for type ahead buffer. All com- Compact and handsome all-black metal messages, insert an auto-incrementing serial mands, functions, and memories can be done cabinet measures just 61/4Wx21/2Hx61/4D in. number, have messages call other messages or through the keyboard! Message editing capability. Use 12 VDC or 110 VAC with MFJ-1312D, insert embedded commands to change speed, $14.95 AC adapter. weight, etc. automatically. Input queue to store multiple messages. MFJ-495 supports both direct and grid- Auto-incrementing contest serial num- RFI-Suppressed Keyboard bering from 001 to 9999. MFJ-551, $39.95. RFI suppressed keyboard. Menu Memory Keyer/Bencher Paddle Super Menu Driven Memory Keyer lets you practice or teach in The MFJ Menu Driven Farnsworth or normal mode. Memory KeyersTM are the Select letters, numbers, easiest memory keyers to prosigns, or any combination operate. You can even oper- for practice using five charac- ate them without an instruc- ter groups, or more realistic 1- tion manual! There’s no key- 8 character groups. pad, no complex sequence, And more! You get contest nothing to remember. Just serial numbering (0-9999) with auto-increment, built-in MFJ-492 select a menu by pressing a sidetone, speaker, front panel volume control and $ 95 button. An LED lights to adjustable 300-3000 Hz tone. You can use automatic, 99 indicate which menu is semi-automatic or bug or handkey modes, reverse Ship Code A active. Then select a feature dot/dash paddles, adjust weight from 5 to 95%, and com- by pressing a Feature button. pensate for transmitter distortion, You can key direct or grid-block key- It’s as easy as using a com- ing transmitters, solid state or tube rigs. Special MARS characters rec- MFJ-490 puter touch screen. ognized. $ 95 Each menu is clearly printed on the front (or top) The MFJ Menu Driven Memory KeyerTM has 192 character (8K) 199 panel -- no confusion. From the menu you can save memories. The memories are divided into four soft sectors. Uses 9V Ship Code B and play messages, decrement serial numbers, set battery (not included) or 110 VAC with MFJ-1312D, $14.95. Speed, Weight, Sidetone, enter Iambic, Semi-auto, Memories are backed up by a lithium battery. Handkey, Message Queue, Paddle command modes, turn Sidetone on and off, transmitter Tune, and set keying output on or off. Order MFJ-490, $199.95, Memory Keyer/Bencher paddle combi- You can select iambic A or B, reverse paddle, Morse trainer, and nation, 5X3X5½ in. MFJ-490X, $109.95, is the keyer only. store starting serial number for contests. Bypass the menu by keying in MFJ-492, $99.95, stand alone keyer, 6½X2½X6¾ in. simple two-letter commands. The keyer tells you its status in CW. MFJ-492X,$114.95 (MFJ-492 with 8K additional memory You can adjust CW speed, 5 to 100 wpm, by pressing the dot or installed), MFJ-80, $19.95, (8K memory for MFJ-492 only). dash paddle smoothly or by knob control. The powerful Morse trainer MFJ-78, $29.95, full function wired remote control. MFJ SlimlineTM Electronic Keyers with Memory MFJ-442 for “bug” MFJ-441 operation. $15995 Use dual or $5995 Ship Code B single lever Ship Code A paddle. Tired of Positive and negative keying. 9V battery or sending the are adjustable for a distinctive MFJ-447 110 VAC with MFJ-1312D, $14.95. TM same phrase on “touch.” Has Type A and B key- $ 95 MFJ-442, SlimLine Keyer and MFJ paddle CW over and ing, too. 79 combo. Front panel speed, volume controls. over? “QTH, The Slimlines have MFJ’s Ship Code A name...” 500 character non-volatile MFJ-442X, $89.95. Keyer only. TM 3 3 But you MessageMemory . 4x1 /4x2 /4 inches. Fits on your Bencher or don’t want to pay the price of a memory You can embed Message Loop, Extra MFJ-564/B iambic paddle. keyer, or they’re too confusing to use. The Word Space, pause and serial number incre- MFJ-447 SlimLineTM Deluxe keyer; front MFJ Slimline keyers have the answer -- a panel speed, weight, tone, volume controls TM ments after each sending. Slimline keyer and an iambic paddle are LED blinks during programming and and message, semi-auto, tune, power buttons. 1 3 your entry into real CW, at a price not much blinks faster for low memory. Jack for speaker/headphones. 6 /4x1 /4x5 in. higher than a plain keyer, with enough memo- SlimLineTM keyers have sidetone volume MFJ-441. SlimLineTM Econo Keyer. Just 1 ry to store the essential day-to-day messages. and tone control, and CW speed (5 to 65 1 /4 inches tall. Has volatile 89 character Weight control lets you lengthen or short- MessageMemoryTM. Front panel speed/vol- wpm) and weight controls. 3 1 en dots and dashes. It compensates your trans- Semi-auto lets you make dashes manually ume controls. 4x1 /4x3 /4 inches. mitter for a proper 1:3 ratio. Dot/dash lengths MFJ...the world leader in ham radio accessories 19 QSTCatP20.qxd 10/16/2003 10:49 AM Page 1

Morse Code Reader has Built-in Memory Keyer Is your CW rusty? Relax and plug-in this MFJ Morse Code Reader with built-in keyer at your operating position. Then watch CW turn into solid text messages as they scroll across an easy-to-read LCD display. It makes working high speed CW a breeze - - even if you’re rusty. Type-ahead MFJ-464 buffer, message memories and adjustable speed get you ready to compete with the $ 95 world’s best hi-speed CW operators -- and they 179Ship Code B won’t even know you just passed the code test! The MFJ-464 gives you everything you (Keyboard, paddle need to have the ultimate CW Station: not included) sends and Reads 5-99 WPM . . . Automatic sages continuously, insert timed pauses Type-Ahead Buffer speed tracking . . . Large 2-line LCD shows within messages, insert an auto-increment- 190 character type-ahead keyboard buffer send/receive messages . . . single or iambic ing serial number, have messages call other with low buffer warning. paddle or computer keyboard operation . . . messages or insert embedded commands to Keyboard Input lets you plug in any AT Front panel speed, volume controls . . . 4 change speed, weight, etc. automatically. keyboard. All commands, functions & mem- message memories . . . type ahead buffer . . . Sinewave Sidetone . . . More! ories can be done through the keyboard! read again buffer . . . adjustable weight & MFJ-464 supports Direct keying output. Compact and handsome all-black metal 1 1 1 sidetone . . . RFI proof . . . much more! Has PTT output, built-in speaker, sinewave cabinet measures just 6 /4Wx2 /2Hx6 /4D in. Reader has Auto Speed Track sidetone and more! Iambic keyer with dot Use 12 VDC or 110 VAC with MFJ-1312D, MFJ AutoTrakTM automatically locks on, and dash memories; automatic, semi or $14.95, optional AC adapter. tracks and displays CW to 99 wpm. hand-key mode. Input queue lets you store MFJ-464 Accessories Simply plug-in your MFJ-464 to your multiple messages. Auto-incrementing con- MFJ-5161, $14.95. MFJ-464 to computer receiver speaker until the lock LED flashes test serial numbering from 001 to 9999. serial port cable (DB-9). in time with the CW. Adjustable Speed 5-99 WPM MFJ-5162, $5.95. Connects MFJ-464 to High performance modem Digital linear speed control, 5-99 wpm radio’s external speaker 3.5 mm jack. Consistently get solid copy from MFJ’s Farnsworth Mode with speed adjustable high performance PLL (phaselock loop) from 10-99 wpm. modem. Digs out weak signals. Even tracks Ultra speed sets messages up to 990 wpm. slightly drifting signals. Of course, nothing Adjustable weight 25% to 75%. MFJ-5163, $8.95: Connects MFJ-464 and can clean and copy a sloppy fist, especially Adjustable sidetone from 300-1000 Hz. another accessory to your radio speaker. weak signals with lots of QRM/QRN. Keying output delay to 20 milliseconds. Built-in keyer features Push-to-talk hang time to 5 seconds. The MFJ-464 combines the latest milleni- Timed tune function for XMTR adjusting. um microprocessor technology with non- Timed pauses in messages/message loop. MFJ-551, $39.95. RFI suppressed volatile EEPROM memory for a full fea- Internal speaker with adjustable volume. keyboard, a must to avoid RFI problems tured, low cost, high reliability design. Qwerty & Dvorak keyboards. when operating CW keyboard mode. You can send CW or load messages using a paddle, keyboard or through yourcomputer MFJ Deluxe Iambic Paddles serial port. Easy-to-use menus and LCD display let MFJ-564 MFJ-564/B MFJ-564B you set all keyer functions merely by push- Chrome $ 95 Black ing buttons. Keyer functions can also be 59 changed from your keyboard or computer. Ship Code A The LCD also shows the message as it’s MFJ deluxe iambic paddles feature a full range of adjustments in tension and contact being sent from memory or live from your spacing, self-adjusting nylon and steel bearings, contact points that almost never need clean- paddle, keyboard or computer. ing, precision machined frame and non-skid feet on heavy base. MFJ-564, Chrome or MFJ- The MFJ-464 has 4 message memories of 564B, Black. MFJ-422D and MFJ422DX keyers and MFJ-490X memory keyer are designed 256 characters each. You can repeat mes- to be mounted in these paddles. Super CW Keyboard -- No Computer Required! MFJ-452 MFJ-452X to 95%, sidetone from 300 to 3000 Hz and serial number from 0 to $ 95 $ 95 9999. Has buffer and memory full audible indicators. Keys solid 139 109 state and tube rigs. AT101 compatible keyboard plugs into com- Ship Code B Ship Code A 1 1 1 pact 3 /2x2 /2x3 /2 inch interface. Use 12 VDC or 110 VAC with No Keyboard MFJ-1312D, $14.95. MFJ-452X, No keyboard. MFJ Super CW Keyboard lets you send effortless CW as MFJ Dedicated CW Keyboard soon as you turn it on -- no computer to MFJ-451, boot, no program to load -- just start like MFJ-452 but typing. without LCD You get a standalone MFJ CW display and has Keyboard that includes an RFI sup- two 100 charac- pressed keyboard, a two line 16 charac- ter memories. ter LCD display, eight 250 character nonvolatile message memo- MFJ-451X MFJ-451X, no MFJ-451 ries, a 150 character type-ahead buffer, iambic keyer, plus a power- keyboard. $ 95 ful Morse Code trainer, more! $ 95 89 Variable speed from 5 to 100 WPM, adjustable weight from 5 109 Ship Code a Ship Code B No Keyboard 20 MFJ...The World Leader in Ham Radio Accessories QSTCatP21.qxd 10/16/2003 10:51 AM Page 1

MFJ Pocket size Morse Code Reader TM Hold near your receiver -- it instantly displays CW in English! Automatic Speed Tracking . . . Instant Replay . . . 32 Character LCD . . . High-Performance Modem . . . Computer Interface . . . Battery Saver . . . Is your CW rusty? MFJ-461 Relax and place this tiny pocket size MFJ $ 95 Morse Code Reader near Ship79 Code A your receiver’s speaker . . . Then watch CW turn into solid text messages as they scroll across an easy-to- read LCD display. Use it as a backup in case you mis-copy a few characters - - it makes working high speed CW a breeze - - even if you’re rusty. Practice by copying along with the MFJ-461. It’ll help you learn the code and increase your speed as you instantly see if you’re right or wrong. Eavesdrop on interesting Morse code inch high-contrast characters. sleep during periods of inactivity. It wakes QSOs from hams all over the world. It’s a MFJ Instant Replay up and decodes when it hears CW. universal language that’s understood the The last 140 characters can be instantly Uses 9 Volt battery (not included). world over. replayed. Lets you re-read or check copy if True Pocket Size Automatic Speed Tracking you’re copying along side the MFJ-461. Fits in your shirt pocket with room to MFJ AutoTrakTM automatically locks on, High Performance Modem spare - smaller than a pack of cigarettes. tracks and displays CW speed up to 99 1 1 1 Consistently get solid copy from MFJ’s Tiny 2 /4x3 /4x1 in. 5 /2 ounces. Words-Per-Minute. high performance PLL (phaselock loop) Accessories Simply place your MFJ-461 close to modem. Digs out weak signals. Even tracks MFJ-26B, $6.95. Soft leather protective your receiver speaker until the lock LED slightly drifting signals. pouch for MFJ-461. Clear plastic flashes in time with the CW. Of course, nothing can clean up and overlay for display, push button Four Display Modes copy a sloppy fist, especially weak signals opening, strong, durable pocket 1. Bottom line scrolls and fills with text, with lots of QRM/QRN. or belt clip secures MFJ-461. then that entire line is displayed on top line Computer Interface MFJ-5161, $14.95. MFJ-461 until bottom line refills -- makes reading The MFJ-461’s serial port lets you dis- to computer serial port cable (DB-9). text extra easy! Automatically displays play CW text full screen on a bright com- MFJ-5162, $5.95. Connects MFJ-461 to speed in WPM. puter monitor -- just use your computer radio external speaker 3.5 mm jack. 2. Same as 1, without speed display -- serial port and terminal program. MFJ-5163, $6.95. Connects MFJ-461 gives you maximum text display. More Features and another 3. Top line scrolls, bottom line displays When it’s too noisy for its mic pick- accessory to speed in Words-Per-Minute. up, connect it to your radio with a cable. radio external 4. Both top and bottom lines scroll. Battery saving feature puts MFJ-461 to speaker, 3.5mm. Two-line LCD display has 32 large 1/4 Switch any two Mics to any two Rigs MFJ's new MFJ-1263 Microphone patible transceivers - using an 8-pin round Control Center lets you mix and match any or modular microphone jack. Internal two microphones to any two transceivers. jumpers configure the MFJ-1263 for your The microphones or transceivers can radio -- your mics never become obsolete! have 8-pin round or 8-pin modular connec- Measures 6Wx1½Hx5D inches. tors. You don't have to change connectors Includes two MFJ-5397I and/or MFJ- or rewire -- just push buttons. Your favorite 5397MX radio cables. Please specify. microphones will never become obsolete. You can use your favorite microphone A headphone volume con- New! with your present or new rig by pushing a MFJ-1263 trol eliminates the need to $ 95 button. You can instantly switch from a hi- readjust your rig's volume 99 MFJ-1261, $89.95. Same as MFJ-1263 fi ragchewing mic to a hard-hitting DX mic when you switch the speaker Ship Code A but has one mic input and two radio out- when a rare one suddenly pops up. on. The headphones are always active. A puts. Includes two MFJ-5397I and/or Free your hands with external PTT push button turns the speaker on or off. MFJ-5397MX radio cables. Please specify. You can plug in an PTT foot switch When you want to use your desk or (MFJ-1709, $21.95) or let your computer hand mic just push a button. or voice keyer (MFJ-434, $179.95) control Auxiliary audio input your PTT line to free your hands for con- An input jack and On/Off switch is MFJ-1260, $79.95. Same as MFJ-1263 testing and DXing. provided to insert external audio into the but has two microphone inputs and one Perfect for Boom-Mic/Headset microphone audio input line. Great for radio output. Includes one MFJ-5397I or Plug in a boom mic/headset (MFJ- inputting sound card, SSTV, AFSK, TNC MFJ-5397MX radio cables. Please specify. 393, $59.95) to save the day during noisy and other audio sources. MFJ-1261/1260/1263 to transceiver field day or multi-operator contesting. Works with any radio You can plug in your headphones and cables, $15.95. Order MFJ-5397I for 8-Pin The MFJ-1263 works with any radio - Round; MFJ-5397MX for 8-Pin Modular. an external speaker (MFJ-281, $12.95). - Kenwood, Yaesu, Icom, Alinco and com- www.mfjenterprises.com 21 QSTCatP22.qxd 10/16/2003 10:58 AM Page 1

Save Your Voice with the MFJ Contest Voice Keyer Let this microprocessor controlled installed. Dual controls make it easy to tai- MFJ Contest Voice KeyerTM call CQ, send lor audio level to match your voice. your call and do contest exchanges for All audio lines are RF filtered to elimi- you in your own natural voice! nate RFI, audio feedback and distortion. Store frequently used phrases like An audio isolation transformer totally elim- “CQ Contest this is AA5MT”, “You’re inates hum and distortion caused by ground 59” . . . “QTH is Mississippi” and more! loops. Contest by pressing a few buttons and It’s easy to use -- just plug in your 8 save your voice. pin microphone cable and plug the MFJ- You can record and play back five 434 shielded cable into your transceiver’s natural sounding messages in a total of mic connector. Internal jumpers let you 75 seconds. EEPROM technology keeps by your VOX PTT MFJ-434 customize it to Kenwood, Icom, Yaesu, messages stored for up to 100 years -- no bat- line. A closure to $ 95 Alinco or Radio Shack rigs. tery backup needed. ground via remote Use your station or built-in microphone You can repeat messages continuously and control or computer 179Ship Code A for recording. vary the repeat delay from 3 to 500 seconds. also halts messages. Built-in speaker-amplifier lets you moni- Makes a great voice beacon and calling CQ is Has jack for tor stored messages. 3.5 mm speaker/head- so easy. A receive audio jack lets you record remote or computer control (using CT, NA, phone jack. SMT technology. Use 9 Volt bat- and play back off-the-air signals -- great help TR or other program and its interface). Lets tery, 9-15 VDC or 110 VAC with optional 1 1 1 if you didn’t get it right the first time! No more you select, play and cancel messages. MFJ-1312D, $14.95. 6 /2Wx2 /2Hx6 /2D”. “Please repeat”. The MFJ-434 is transparent to your MFJ-73, $29.95. Remote Control Head A playing message can be halted by press- microphone -- your mic’s audio characteris- with cable for MFJ-434 lets you set the MFJ- ing the Stop Button, your PTT mic button or tics do not change when your MFJ-434 is 434 out of the way. MFJ Desk Mic/Ham Station Console MFJ Professional A high-sensitivity ceramic microphone element (10.5 inches MFJ-299 Boom-Mic Headphones with FlexNeckTM) bends and $ 95 MFJ-393 stretches to your most comfortable 99 $ 95 operating position. A fine mesh Ship Code A 59 metal grill helps to eliminate back- Ship Code A ground noise. This profes- MFJ-299 has a high quality sional grade compressor amplifier with high, MFJ Boom-Mic medium, and low selection switch- Head-phone set es. It always sends out a constant is for contesting, and optimum level without distor- DXing and tion, regardless of audio input traffic nets. level. Comfort Equipped with a built-in graph- designed ic equalizer with center frequencies leatherette of 270, 540, 1000 and 2000 Hz. padding lets you Gives best audio quality for FM operate for hours at the rig. mode and max efficiency for SSB. Built-in battery check circuit. Press power Superb 3/4 inch thick padding on each ear Has On-Air indicator and an output level switch and the level meter shows battery con- and headband. MFJ-393 is so super light- volume control. dition with power voltage for a few seconds. weight, you won’t even know they’re there! On-Air blinks on and off when in receiv- Headband adjusts for perfect fit to keep ing mode and will light up continuously when out external noise. transmitting. MFJ-297 Desk Mic Frequency response is enhnanced for com- MFJ-299 is equipped with PTT momen- MFJ-297 speech fre- munications to bring out speech fidelity you tary and PTT lock switches that allow you to quency tailored micro- never knew existed. Signals never sounded switch between long one-sided QSOs and fast phone cuts through noise MFJ-297 so clear! two-sided conversations. and QRM. Switch for $ 95 The flexible microphone boom lets you The frequency up/down switches let you powerful SSB punch or Ship69 Code A position the mic comfortably at an optimum operate your transceiver at your desktop full range broadcast qual- distance to minimize silibant sounds. microphone. 4 function keys (CALL, VFO, ity FM/AM. Has Silibant MFJ’s frequency tailored microphone ele- MR, PF) are for Kenwood transceivers only. Sound ShieldTM, momen- ment lets you bust through noise and QRM! An output level meter lets you adjust the tary/locking PTT switch, 6 feet of cable lets you move about your ham output level NOT to exceed 0 dB. On-Air LED, frequency station! Arevolutionary triple radio input socket up/down button, output Even casual operators will appreciate the makes it super easy to install for any model level control and more! Compact 4Wx11/2H6D advantages of MFJ’s superbly crafted Boom- transceiver: Icom, Yaesu, Kenwood and com- inches with 11 inch flexible boom. 1 lb. Use 2 Mic headphones for hands-free operating and patible transceivers. See cable chart below. “AA” batteries. Select cable from chart, below. DXing at an incredibly low MFJ price. MFJ-393, $59.95, comes with pre-wired 8 Pin Round Mic Plug - $15.95 each 8 Pin Modular Mic Plug - $15.95 each adapter cable. Order MFJ-393I for Icom MFJ Desk Mic ICOM Kenwood YAESU ICOM Kenwood YAESU and compatibles, MFJ-393Y for Yaesu and MFJ-297 MFJ-5397I MFJ-5397K MFJ-5397Y MFJ-5397MX MFJ-5397MX MFJ-5397MY compatibles, MFJ-393K for Kenwood and MFJ-299 MFJ-5397I MFJ-5397K MFJ-5399Y MFJ-5397MX MFJ-5397MX MFJ-5397MX compatibles. MFJ-624D Hybrid Phone Patch gives crisp, clear hum-free audio MFJ PTT Foot Operated Switch MFJ-624D Deluxe Hybrid Phone Patch MFJ-624D Add the luxury of gives you crisp, clear, hum-free audio, and $12995 foot control PTT that’s what phone patching is all about. It’s Ship Code A transceiver operation. jumper selectable for Kenwood, Icom, Yaesu, MFJ-1709 keeps and Alinco rigs with 8 pin mic connectors. Separate XMTR your hands free for /receiver gain controls eliminate need to readjust Use VOX or push-to-talk. RF pi-filters and logging, computer MFJ-1709 PC board eliminates RF feedback. Use with your rig after patching. Null control, standard operation and tuning. Greatly phone connection, RJ-11. Jacks for speaker, $ 95 virtually any rig. Built-in VU meter monitors reduces fatigue and improves Ship21 Code A phone line levels to prevent cross talk. Adjust audio in/audio out. 8x2x6”. 12 VDC, 9V bat- your efficiency -- could be the null depth for maximum isolation between rig. tery or 110 VAC with MFJ-1312D, $14.95. difference between winning and losing a con- 1 1 1 test. 2 /2Wx3 /2Dx1 /4H” with non-skid pad 22 www.mfjenterprises.com foot pedal. 1/4 in. phone plug. Ten ft. cord. QSTCatP23.qxd 10/16/2003 11:01 AM Page 1

MFJ Speech Intelligibility Enhancer ...makes barely understandable speech highly understandable! MFJ-616 MFJ-72, $58.80. All-in-one MFJ- 616 $ 95 Accessory Pack. Includes MFJ-392B head- 169 phones, two MFJ-281 speakers and MFJ-1316 Ship Code B power supply. Save $7! The MFJ- TM 616 splits the MFJ CyberEAR ! audio speech MFJ-388 Tiny power- band into four ful MFJ overlapping $ 95 TM octave ranges 29 CyberEar Ship Code A plugs in and “What did you say?” centered at 300, 600, 1200 and 2400 Hz. You can boost or cut each by nearly 20 dB. loops over ear -- Can you hear but . . . just can’t always 1 captures and amplifies understand what people are saying? A balance control and separate 2 /2 Watt sounds by 12 dB! Extends As we get older, high frequency hearing amplifiers let you equalize perceived loudness your hearing range, helps you hear every loss reduces our ability to understand speech. to each ear so both ears help. word at hamfests and club talks -- even if Here’s why . . . By boosting high and cutting low frequen- you’re on the back row! Great for eyeball Research shows that nearly half the cies and adjusting the balanced control, speech QSOs. Volume control, on/off switch. For speech intelligibility is contained in 1000 to that you can barely under-stand become highly left or right ear. 3 interchangeable ear 4000 Hz range, but contains a miniscule 4% understandable! plugs. Flesh color -- hardly noticeable. of total speech energy. Even if you don’t have high frequency hear- Super lightweight -- 10 grams with battery! On the other hand, the low frequencies, ing loss, you’ll dramatically improve your abil- Includes batteries. Hear even better -- buy 125 to 500 Hz have most of the speech energy ity to understand speech. one for each ear! 30 day money back if not (55%) but contribute very little to intelligibili- QST for April, 2001 said “I expected a subtle absolutely delighted. Not a hearing aid. ty -- only 4%. effect at best, but I was astonished . . . The result To dramatically improve your ability to was remarkably clean, understandable speech MFJ-389 without hissing, ringing or other strange Super understand speech, you must: TM $5995 First, drastically increase the speech ener- effects . . . made a dramatic improvement . . .” CyberEAR Ship Code A gy above 500 Hz, where 83% of the speech Immune to RFI. Has phone jack, on/off Hear everything! speaker switch, 2 inputs, bypass switch. Capture and amplify sounds up intelligibility is concen-trated. 1 Second, drastically reduce speech energy 10Wx2 /2Hx6D”. Needs 12 VDC. to 50 dB! Left or right ear plugs, below 500 Hz where only 4% of speech intel- MFJ-1316, $19.95. For 110 VAC opera- volume control, extremely small. ligibility lies. tion. Provides 12 VDC/1.5 Amps. Not a hearing aid. MFJ Audio Products for Better Communication MFJ CleartoneTM: Our most Popular Speaker MFJ Compact Mobile Speaker Enjoy superb MFJ-281 Plug stand and copy. audio and con- MFJ-280 $ 95 TM 12 in this The MFJ-281 ClearTone speaker was venience with $ 95 Ship Code A MFJ carefully designed to improve the intelligibili- this economical Ship19 Code A Clear ty of speech in the frequency range of 600 to mobile speaker. ToneTM speaker and 4000 Hz while reducing undesirable noise, Matches 8 and 4 ohm bring out speech static and hum. impedances. Handles 3 fidelity that you 3-in. speaker handles 8 Watts. 8 Ohms Watts. 30-in cord lets you never knew existed. impedance, has six feet of cord terminated get it to your rig’s speaker 1 MFJ-281 restores with a 3.5 mm mono plug. 2 3 1 output. Tiny 2 / x2x3 inches fits anywhere. the smooth sound of sinewaves that CW nat- Tiny, compact 3 /4x3x2 /4 inches, but pow- Tough ABS plastic cabinet is built to last. urally generates and makes it easy to under- erful booming sound! Amplified ClearToneTM Speaker MFJ Deluxe Communication Station Speaker MFJ’s Deluxe MFJ-382 TM MFJ brings you ultra high quality commu- The MFJ-385 $ 95 ClearTone speak- $ 95 39 er is an excellent 1- nication audio with ham radio’s most smooth, wide 39 Ship Code A advanced communication speaker. range response Ship Code B watt amplified How? By using America’s most modern of the MFJ- speaker for many uses. speaker design, advanced speaker cone and 385 gives you faithful The MFJ-382 gives superb, voice coil materials and construction, and a reproduction with no hint loud and powerful ClearToneTM carefully crafted, accoustically-rigid cabinet. of unwanted resonances audio. Speaker is 3-in. diame- Handsome cabinet measures and sound coloration. ter. 1 6 /4Wx10Hx7D in. You won’t believe the clar- Speech becomes more Adjustable from barely ity and depth of the audio when you hear the intelligible and easier to audible to high volume, this incredible improvements in speech intelligi- understand. rugged speaker is sturdy and compact. All 1 3 1 bility and CW tone. 4-in. full range speaker. Pure sine wave tones metal cabinet with rubber feet. 3 /2x1 /4x4 /2 It also reduces listening fatigue. It can lit- of CW make copying and tuning in signals in. 9 volt battery (not included) or 110 VAC erally transform your transceiver! easier and faster. with MFJ-1312D, $14.95. MFJ Shortwave Radio Communication Headphones MFJ-392B is perfect for amateur radio and enhanced communication sound. Signals shortwave radio listening. Great for all never sounded so crystal clear! MFJ-392B modes -- SSB, FM, AM, data and CW. Bring out speech fidelity you never knew $ 95 1 Each earphone its own volume control. existed. Has free /4 inch phono adaptor. 19 Superb padded headband and ear cush- Has gold plated plug and cord. Super light- Ship Code A ioned design makes listening extremely com- weight earphones (8 ounces) come with 9 feet is 102 dB/mW. fortable. of cord for roaming around. Works in stereo mode You’ll forget they’re even on as you listen MFJ-392B handles 450 mW and has a fre- with 3.5 mm plug. to stations all over the world! quency response of 100-24,000 Hz. Works mono with 1/4 High-performance driver unit reproduces Impedance is 16 ohms at 1 KHz, sensitivity inch adapter. MFJ...The World Leader in Amateur Radio Accessories 23 QSTCatP24.qxd 10/16/2003 11:03 AM Page 1

MFJ Noise-Canceling Filters Wipe Out Interference MFJ-1026 dimmers, touch controlled lamps, com- peak a weak signal at a push of a button. puters, TV birdies, lightning crashes from Easy-to-use! Plugs between transmit- $ 95 distant thunderstorms, electric drills, ting antenna and transceiver. To null, 179Ship Code A motors, industrial processes. adjust amplitude and phase controls for It’s more effective than a noise blanker minimum S-meter reading or lowest noise. because interference much stronger than To peak, push reverse button. WIPE your desired signal can be completely Use built-in active antenna or an external Out Noise! removed without affecting your signal. one. MFJ’s exclusive Constant Amplitude It works on all modes -- Phase ControlTM makes nulling easy. SSB, AM, CW, FM, frequences from RF-sense T/R switch automatically BCB to lower VHF. bypasses your transceiver when you trans- Null out strong QRM on top of weak mit. Adjustable delay time. 12 VDC or 110 rare DX and then work him! You can VAC with MFJ-1312D, $14.95. Measures null out a strong local ham or AM broad- 6½X1½X6¼ inches. cast station to prevent receiver from over- MFJ-1025, $159.95. Wipe out noise and interference before it loading. Like MFJ-1026 gets into your receiver with a 60 dB null! Use MFJ-1026 as an adjustable phasing less built-in active Eliminate all types of noise -- severe network. You can combine two antennas to antenna, use exter- power line noise from arcing transformers give you various directional patterns. nal antenna. Same and insulators, fluorescent lamps, light Null out a strong interfering signal or size, power requirements. MFJ Tunable, Programmable Brick Wall DSP Filter MFJ’s tunable super DSP filter auto- can program your own -- an MFJ exclu- matically eliminates heterodynes, sive! Save center frequency/bandwidth, reduces noise and interference simulta- lowpass/highpass cutoffs, auto/manual neously on SSB, AM,CW, packet, notch, noise reduction -- all filter settings AMTOR, PACTOR, RTTY, SSTV, -- in 10 programmable filters. WeFAX, FAX, weak signal VHF, EME, More MFJ DSP Filter Features satellite. You can use two tunable fil- MFJ-784B MFJ’s tunable Spotting ToneTM -- accu- You get MFJ’s tunable FIR linear phasse ters together. For example, $ 95 rately tunes even the narrowest CW filter. filters that minimize ringing, prevent data tune one to mark, one to space TM 249Ship Code B MFJ’s exclusive Adaptive Tuning -- errors and have “brick wall” filter response and set bandwidth tight for a tuning rate automatically becomes finer as with up to 57 dB attenuation 75 Hz away. super sharp RTTY filter. you narrow bandwidth -- makes narrow fil- Only MFJ gives you 5 tunable DSP fil- You can tune the lower cutoff frequency ters easy-to-use. ters. You can tune each lowpass, highpass, 200 to 2200 Hz and the upper cutoff fre- MFJ’s exclusive FilterTalkTM -- sends notch, and bandpass filter including opti- quency 1400 to 3400 Hz. This lets you precise filter settings in Morse code. mized SSB and CW filters. You can vary create custom filters for voice, data and Automatic notch with variable aggres- 1 the bandwidth to pinpoint and eliminate other modes. Signals just 75 Hz away lit- siveness, quieter 2 /2 Watt audio amplifier, interference. erally disappear -- they are reduced 57 dB! speaker switch keeps phones always active. Only MFJ gives you 5 factory pre-set Automatic notch filter Manual and auto notch can be used to- filters and 10 programmable pre-set filters MFJ’s automatic notch filter searches gether. Noise reduction, automatic notch & that you can customize. Instantly remove for and eliminates multiple heterodynes in custom filter saved in memory is selected. QRM with a turn of a switch! milli-seconds. It’s so fast, that even inter- Accurate easy-to-use input level indica- MFJ’s automatic notch filter searches fering CW and RTTY signals can also be tor, improved manual notch in the CW for and eliminates multiple heterodynes. eliminated. Selectively remove unwanted mode, adjustable line level output, more You also get MFJ’s advanced adaptive tones using the two manually tunable notch Mark-Space frequencies and baud rates for noise reduction. It silences background filters -- an MFJ exclusive. Knock out un- data filters and automatic bypass during noise and QRN so much that SSB signals wanted CW stations while you’re on CW. transmit for monitoring CW sidetone, sound like FM. Adaptive Noise Reduction voice/data by sensing the PTT line. The automatic notch and adaptive noise Noise reduction works in all filter modes A push-button bypasses your filter -- lets 1 reduction can be used with all relevant tun- and on all random noise -- white noise, you hear the entire unfiltered signal.2 /2 W able pre-set filters. static, impulse, ignition noise, power line amplifier, volume control, input level con- Automatic gain control (AGC) keeps noise, hiss. trol, speaker jack, PTT sense line, line level 1 1 audio level constant during signal fade. The LMS algorithm gives you up to 20 output. Measures 9 /2x2 /2x6 inches. Tunable bandpass filters dB of noise reduction. Noise reduction is Plugs between your transceiver or re- Narrow band signals like CW & RTTY adjustable to prevent signal distortion. ceiver and external speaker or headphones. jump out of QRM when you switch in 15 Pre-set filters, or customize 12 VDC or 110 VAC with MFJ-1312D, MFJ’s tunable FIR bandpass filters. You can select from 15 pre-set filters. $14.95. You can tune the center frequency from Use for SSB, AM, CW, packet, AMTOR, Cable Pack, MFJ-5184, $7.95. 300 to 3400 Hz, and vary the bandwidth PACTOR, RTTY, SSTV, WeFAX, FAX or Includes receiver cable, DC cable, 2 from 30 Hz to 2100 Hz -- from super-tight any mode. open-end TNC cables and power plug. CW filters to wide razor-sharp Data filters. If you don’t like our pre-set filters, you Add DSP to any Multimode MFJ’s SSB/CW Audio Filters MFJ-781, $129.95. Add DSP filter- MFJ-752C, $99.95. MFJ-722, $79.95. MFJ SSB/CW tunable 70 dB ing to any TNC/multmode data con- All mode dual tunable notch filter. 51/2x21/2x5”. troller. Copy signals buried in QRM. AGC, On/Off filter has variable band- MFJ-751B, $69.95. 1 1 Bypass. Plugs between rig & multimode. 4 /2x2 /2x5”. width 40 Hz to almost Zero in SSB/CW with MFJ-780, $99.95. “Brick Wall” DSP flat, eliminates noise tunable peak/notch fil- filtering for MFJ-1278/B multi-mode. and heterodynes notch depth to 70 dB, inputs for ters. Tune 300-3000 50 3 3 Copy signals that other multi-modes two rigs, selectable, noise limiter, plus more. dB notch. Tiny 1 /4x4 /4x5 can’t. Soldering is required for this plug-in board. MFJ-752C measures 10x2x6 inches. inches fits anywhere. 24 MFJ...The World Leader in Ham Radio Accessories QSTCatP25.qxd 10/16/2003 11:07 AM Page 1

MFJ-890 DX Beacon Monitor Get up-to-the-minute worldwide DX open the band is to different parts of the world. band conditions in minutes on MFJ-890 14, 18, 21, 24, 28 MHz bands $ 95 The more dashes you hear per beacon, using the International Beacon 99 the better the quality of propagation and the Network of 18 transmitters Ship Code A more robust the band is. If you hear the around the world! 100 milliwatt dashes from many beacons MFJ's DX Beacon Monitor lets you you know the band is wide open! see which beacon you're hearing on your In just three minutes you'll know how transceiver -- an LED lights on its world band conditions are worldwide. map to show you the beacon location You don't have to copy CW at 22 wpm and where to point your antenna. to identify a beacon. As you hear a bea- It's fascinating to hear and watch each con, an LED instantly lights on a world beacon location light up as they become map to show you its location. You can pos- active across the world. Great for itively identify each beacon -- even if the DXers, contesters, ragchewers and signal is weak, fluttery or distorted. SWLers. The MFJ DX Beacon Monitor has a mits for ten-seconds -- its call sign at 22 built-in WWVB atomic clock receiver to The International Beacon Network pro- wpm CW and a one-second dash at 100 vides a reliable source of signals for deter- provide ultra precise synchronization with watts and three one-second dashes at 10, 1, the GPS-synchronized beacons. You also mining HF propagation 24 hours a day. and 0.1 watts. It consists of 18 beacons around the may manually sync the Monitor (the When each beacon completes a trans- Monitor is not a receiver). world. Each beacon transmits on 14.1, mission it goes silent on that band and 18.11, 21.150, 24.93 and 28.2 MHz. The MFJ-890 is a self-contained standalone switches to the next higher band. 3 1 transmit sequence moves westward from unit. 6 /4Wx5 /4Hx3D”. Use 12 VDC or 110 For more information see Oct/Nov, 1994, VAC w/optional MFJ-1312D, $14.95. No New York across North America, Asia, Sept, 1997 QST and Jan 1999, Sept/Dec Pacific to Africa, Europe, South America. antenna/radio connection required. 2001, Jan 2002 Practical Wireless of U.K. MFJ-890UK, $99.95 (for England). On each frequency, each beacon trans- The more beacons you hear, the more MFJ Micro ATV Transmitter Transmits Live Pictures on Cable TV Channels This tiny MFJ converter/ TV) tuned to cable channel 58, higher licensed Radio Amateur. All trans- Micro ATV 59, or 60, you’ll have a complete ATV missions must be directed to at least one TransmitterTM lets video station. other licensed Radio Amateur. you transmit a The MFJ-8708 puts out a solid 50-100 MFJ-8708, 4 channel, cable channels high quality mW signal, capable of transmitting up to 58, 59, 60 and test channel. Weight only 1 Amateur 1.8 miles with a 3-element beam. By using 1 /2 ounces, less battery. Has audio and Television video a suitable UHF power amplifier and high- video inputs. signal on 433.97 gain antenna, you can enjoy two way ATV MFJ-8704 MHz (cable communications over many, many miles $11995 channel 58, 59, with fellow ATV hams. Ship Code A or 60). All you To transmit video simply connect video need to do is to the RCA phono connector and antenna MFJ-8704, MFJ-8708 plug in an anten- to the BNC connector and connect a 9 volt cable channel 59 $ 95 na and a video battery or other 9 VDC source. video only. 159 source -- your You can use any standard NTSC or PAL Weighs only one Ship Code A camcorder, cam- composite video (1V pk-pk) source. ounce, less bat- era, VCR or other video source. The MFJ Micro ATV TransmitterTM can tery (battery, quar- With an antenna and a TV set (or down only be operated by a Technician class or ter not included). MFJ RF Sense T/R Switch MFJ Connectors, Plugs, Adaptors and such . . . Automatic T/R switch A. B. C. D. E. F. senses transmitted RF and A. MFJ-7706, $9.95, NMO to SO-239 switches your antenna B. MFJ-7701, $3.95, SO-239 to SO-239 from receive to transmit using a relay. Shorts your C. MFJ-7705, $4.95, N male to SO-239 receiver antenna input to D. MFJ-7702, $2.95, PL-259 to PL-259 MFJ-1708 ground to protect your receiv- $ 95 E. MFJ-7703, $6.95, PL-259/BNC RT angle 69 er. Provides an auxiliary con- Ship Code A tact closure to ground during F. MFJ-7708, $2.95, BNC male to SO-239 receive (opened in transmit) for an "On- G. MFJ-7707, $7.95, 3/8x24 to NMO Air" sign or other use. Instead of using RF sense to switch the antenna, a control line input lets your key/keyer or PTT line switch the antenna. Adjustable time delay circuit New! gives you delayed switching. All modes -- H. MFJ-7704, $6.95, BNC to dual banana CW, AM, SSB, FM and digital modes, 200 I. MFJ-7709, $5.95, dual banana, high-current 5 1 watts SSB PEP. 4Wx2 /8Hx1 /2 D”. 12 VDC or 110 VAC w/ MFJ-1312D, $14.95. G. H. I. J. J. MFJ-7700, $5.95, 6-pack banana, black, red. www.mfjenterprises.com 25 QSTCatP26.qxd 10/16/2003 11:09 AM Page 1

Indoor Tuned Active SWL Antenna Covers 0.3 to 40 MHz MFJ invented the tunable active antenna! New technology uses dual gate MOSFET and a gigahertz bandwidth buffer MFJ invented the tunable active anten- With the MFJ-1020C tuned MFJ-1020C MFJ’s unique tuned circuitry mini- na! Numerous copies have been made with- indoor active antenna you’ll $7995 mizes intermod, improves selectivity and out success -- including most recent ones. rival reception of outside wire Ship Code A reduces noise outside the tuned band. You Why? Because MFJ has made continu- antennas hundreds of feet long can also use it as a tuned preselector with ous improvements where others have not. and pick up signals loud and an external antenna. The MFJ-1020C has been completely clear from all over the world. Covers 0.3 to 40 MHz including VLF, redesigned with new technology. World Radio TV Handbook AM broadcast, all shortwave and all ama- New technology uses a dual gate MOS- says MFJ-1020 is a teur radio bands. FET and a gigahertz bandwidth buffer. “fine value . . . Has Tune, Band, Gain, On-Off/Bypass It improves gain and selectivity, fair price . . . best controls and SO-239 coax connectors. Use reduces noise and intermod, and is NOT offering to date . . 9 volt battery, 9-18 VDC or 110 VAC with prone to self-oscillations that can severely . performs very MFJ-1312D, $14.95. 6Wx2Hx5D inches. damage your receiver. well indeed.” Includes telescoping whip.

54” Active Outdoor Antenna Compact 0.3 to 200 MHz antenna World Radio TV Handbook Your ham band only antenna does MFJ-1022 says MFJ-1024 is a “first rate, MFJ-1024 great on the ham bands . . . but this $4995 easy-to-operate active antenna . . . $13995 MFJ all band active antenna will help Ship Code A quiet . . . excellent dynamic range Ship Code B you hear strong signals from all over . . . good gain . . . very low noise the world from 300 KHz to 200 MHz -- factor . . . broad frequency cover- including low, medium, shortwave and VHF age . . . excellent choice . . .” bands. Mount it outdoors away from Enjoy shortwave newscasts, ship-to-shore, electrical noise for maximum sig- airline, commercial RTTY and others. nal and minimum noise. Has con- It also improves weak noisy scanner radio venient mounting holes for easy reception from high to low band VHF -- hear installation. signals you couldn’t hear before. MFJ-1024 covers 50 KHz to A J-310 FET handles strong signals and noiseless feedback cir- 30 MHz. 20 dB attenuator, gain cuit gives you excellent low noise reception. 4.5 GHZ MRF-901 control, ON LED. Switch selects two receivers and auxiliary or transistor lets you receive weak signals well into VHF. active antenna. Control unit is 6Wx3Hx5D inches. Remote unit On/off switch, power on LED, SO-239 coax connector and has 54 inch telescopic whip, 50 feet of coax and connector. detachable 20 inch telescoping antenna. 9 volt battery or 110 1 3Wx2Hx4D”. Use 12 VDC or 110 VAC with MFJ-1312D, $14.95. VAC with MFJ-1312D, $14.95. Measures 3Wx1 /4Hx4D inches. High Dynamic Range Passive Preselector Can’t Overload MFJ-1046 nearby hams, CBers, TV/FM/AM stations. 1 tuning range and a vernier reduction $ 95 It eliminates phantom signals by sup- drive gives you precision tuning. 1 1 1 99 pressing strong out-of-band signals that Measures 7 /2x2 /2x3 /4”. Use 12 VDC Ship Code A cause intermod, blocking and cross modu- or 110 VAC with MFJ-1312D, $14.95. lation. Completely eliminates second order MFJ-1048, $119.95. intermod problems. Same as MFJ’s new Passive Preselector has MFJ’s unique Hi-Q series tunable cir- MFJ-1046 extremely high dynamic range! It cuit gives you superb performance. but adds an improves the performance of nearly any HF The tunable series tuned circuit works RF sense or shortwave receiver/transceiver. It vastly into a very low impedance formed by transmit/ improves the most expensive receiv- ers. broadband toroid transformers. receive Especially helpful to those with broadband Has narrow bandwidth, excellent stop- switch with adjustable time delay to auto- front-ends that are prone to overload. band attenuation, very low loss, constant matically bypass your MFJ-1048 when you Protects your sensitive receiver input bandwidth and gain over each band. transmit. from damage (including switching diodes Excellent attenuation in adjacent bands. Also adds PTT line T/R switching; and attenuator resistors) caused by very The entire 1.6 to 33 MHz HF band is connects between antenna and transceiver. strong signals from multi-transmitter, covered in five overlapping bands. Use 12 VDC or 110 VAC with MFJ- multi-band operation -- contests, field-day, An air variable tuning capacitor, 1.8 to 1312D, $14.95 MFJ All-Band Preselector LW/MW/SW Preselector/Tuner Receiver Antenna Tuner/Preamp MFJ-956 MFJ-956 Don’t miss boosts favorite $4995 rare DX due to stations while Ship Code A signal power loss rejecting between your images, intermod and receiver and phantom signals. antenna. The MFJ-959B pro- MFJ-959B MFJ-1040B Lets you copy weak signals. Greatly improves reception from 0.15 to vides proper impedance match- $ 95 $ 95 30 MHz, especially below 2 MHz. Tuner 99 99 Rejects out-of-band signals, ing to transfer maximum signal Ship Code A Ship Code A images. 1.8 to 54 MHz. Up to bypass/ground receiver positons. 2x3x4 in. from antenna to receiver. 20 dB gain. Gain control. Dual Covers 1.6 to 30 MHz. 20 dB preamp with gate MOSFET, bipolar transistors for low gain control boosts weak stations. 20 dB noise, high gain. 20 dB attenuator. Connect MFJ-1045C, $69.95. attenuator prevents overload. Select from 2 2 antennas, 2 receivers. Coax and phone No attenuator, trans- antennas and 2 receivers. Measures 9x2x6 jacks. Auto-matic bypass when when trans- ceiver auto bypass, in. Use 9-18 VDC or 110 VAC w/ optional mitting to 350 watts. Jack for push-to-talk. 9- delay, or PTT. MFJ-1312D, $14.95. 18 VDC or MFJ-1312D. $14.95. 26 www.mfjenterprises.com QSTCatP27.qxd 10/16/2003 11:12 AM Page 1

MultireaderTM Taps Into Secret Signals MFJ-462B wire service in your Consistently get solid copy from MFJ’s $ 95 home. Copy RTTY high performance PLL (phaselock loop) 179 weather stations from modem technology. Digs out weak signals Ship Code A Antarctica, Mali, buried in noise and even tracks slightly drift- Congo and many oth- ing signals. Mark and space tones are copied ers. to give you greatly improved decoding under Listen to military traffic passing adverse conditions. from Panama, Cyprus, Peru, etc. Easy to use, tune and read Catch diplomatic, research, commer- Just push a button to select modes and cial and maritime traffic. Listen to features from a menu. A precision tuning maritime users, diplomats and ama- indicator makes tuning your receiver for best teurs send and receive error free mes- copy on all modes quick and easy. Ever wonder what those mysterious sages using various forms of TOR (Telex- The 2 line 16 character LCD display has chirps, whistles, and buzzing sounds are on Over-Radio). contrast adjustment. One line comes in at the shortwave bands? Monitor Morse code communications speed of signal, second line is delayed so you Much of it is RTTY, ASCII, CW and from hams, military, commercial, aeronauti- catch every exciting word! AMTOR (FEC) signals passing commercial, cal, diplomatic and maritime coastal stations Copy most standard shifts and speeds in military, diplomatic, weather, aeronautical, from around the world. all modes. MFJ’s AutoTrakTM automatic maritime, amateur and other traffic. There’s plenty of exciting non-voice traf- Morse Code speed tracking helps MFJ-462B Tap into these “secret” signals fic on shortwave that’ll keep you fascinated . . to track and decode high speed CW. Plug this self-contained MFJ . traffic you can’t read unless you have a TM TM MultiReader Accessories MultiReader into your shortwave receiver’s decoder. Use 12 VDC or use 110 VAC with MFJ- earphone jack. Then watch these mysterious Printer monitors 24 hours a day 1312D AC adapter, $14.95. MFJ-462B meas- signals turn into exciting text messages as TM 1 1 1 MFJ’s exclusive TelePrinterPort lets ures 6 /4Wx2 /2Hx6 /4D inches. they scroll across an easy-to-read LCD dis- you monitor any station 24 hours a day by MFJ-5162, $5.95. Receiver cable con- play. No computer, interface, special cables printing their transmissions. Plug your Epson nects MFJ MultiReaderTM to your radio’s or other equipment is needed. compatible printer into the MFJ-462B printer external speaker (3.5mm jack). Eavesdrop on the latest breaking news as port and you’re ready to print. Save several MFJ-5412, $9.95. Printer Cable is 25-pin press agencies from all over the world relay pages of text in 8 K of memory for later cable for Epson compatibles. them on RTTY -- it’s like having a private review or re-reading. MFJ-5163, $8.95. Speaker “Y” cable. MFJ Shortwave Regenerative Receiver Kit Remember hunching over your MFJ-8100K over the world will come in loud and clear. regenerative receiver for hours with $ 95 Listen to international shortwave broad- a pair of phones pressing uncom- 69Kit casts, hams on SSB and CW, WWV, RTTY, fortably against your ears? Ship Code A packet and much more. Covers all or part of You could hear just about any- 75/80, 49, 40, 30, 31, 20, 25, 22, 19, 17, 16, thing that fancy superhets could hear. Sure, 15, 13 Meters in five bands. you had to play around with the regeneration Range A covers: 3.51-4.31 MHz, Range control just right and have a steady hand to B: 5.95-7.40 MHz, Range C: 9.56-12.05 tune but you could hear ‘em bands -- just like you did -- and remember for MHz, Range D: 13.21-16.4 MHz, and Range Don’t you wish you could relive some of life. It might even inspire him into a career in E: 17.6-22 MHz. this fun and excitement of your youth -- share electronics. Has vernier reduction drive, bandswitch, some of it with your kids and grandkids? This baby performs. A RF stage really volume/RF gain controls, uses 9V battery and Well, you can -- with the MFJ-8100 World picks up the weak ones and it goes into regen- built into a rugged aluminum cabinet. Band Shortwave Radio Kit. eration smoothly without pops or dead spots. Two earphone jacks let you and your Spend a fun evening with your child or Stations all over the world will come in loud child or grandchild listen together with your grandchild and help him put this simple kit and clear with a 10 ft wire antenna. Walkman style earphones or plug-in speak- With a 10 foot wire antenna, you’ll be 1 together. When the two of you finish, watch ers. Measures 7x6x2 /2 inches. his glow of excitement as he tunes the world amazed at what you can hear -- stations all MFJ-8100W, $89.95, wired and tested. Convert AM/FM Radio to Receive Shortwave Airband or Marine/Weather MFJ-306 bands. You’ll hear stations all over the world MFJ-8218, $39.95. $ 95 at various times -- Europe, Middle East, Asia, PLL Digital Auto Tuning 89 Australia, more! with frequency up/down Ship Code A It’s easy to install. Just unplug your car buttons, 30 preset memo- radio antenna and plug it into the MFJ-306. ries -- 10 for the Air- Then insert the MFJ-306 cable into your radio Band! Built-in (mono) antenna jack and connect 12 VDC. speaker, built-in telescopic antenna, Low MFJ-306 turns your AM/FM car radio into 1 1 a World Band receiver at the push of a button. Measures just 5x1 /2x3 /2 inches -- fits Battery Indicator, Key-Lock Function, more. Unlike local FM and AM radio stations that almost anywhere in your vehicle. Push but- AIRBAND: 108.000-140.000 MHz in 25 fade out after a few miles, enjoy shortwave ton selects world band or AM/FM. Excellent kHz steps. Uses two AA batteries (not incl.) throughout your entire trip. sensitivity and selectivity when used with or 3 VDC jack for external power. Fits in the MFJ-306 covers the entire 19, 25, 31, and your auto receiver. Standard Motorola anten- palm of your hand! MFJ-8214, $39.95. 49 Meter international shortwave broadcast na plug and jack. Like above, but is Marine/Weather Receiver. Multimode Computer Interfaces -- Decode RTTY, ASCII, CW and More! MFJ-1213 MFJ-1214PC MFJ-1224, $ 95 $99.95. 49 $14995 Turns IBM Ship Code A Ship Code A compatible into a RTTY/ MFJ-1213 MFJ- computer inter- ASCII/CW 1214PC, station for transmit/receive with HF/VHF rig. face includes JVFAX and HamComm soft- is a com- ware. Receives and decodes multimode digi- Has tuning indicator, normal/ reverse switch. plete package, receives and transmits RTTY, MFJ- 1285, $19.95. MFJ-1224 DOS software. tal data with your rig. Color FAX/SSTV pic- ASCII, CW, also WeFAX weather maps with tures, Baudot, ASCII, AMTOR, ARQ/FEC, all 16 gray levels. Complete package MFJ-1225, $69.95. Receive only unit. SITOR, NAVTEX, SHIP and SYNOP. includes software, power supply & cables. MFJ- 1285B, $19.95, MFJ-1225 DOS software. MFJ...The World Leader in Ham Radio Accessories 27 QSTCatP28.qxd 10/16/2003 11:17 AM Page 1

MFJ 24/12 Hour Clocks Dual Displays: 24 and 12 Hour Clock MFJ-108B MFJ-108B dual clock has sepa- $ 95 rate 24 hour and 12 hour displays. 19 Lets you read both UTC and local Ship code A time simultaneously. Features huge high-contrast 5/8 inch LCD numerals that makes it easy to read across the room. Mounted in attrac- tive solid brushed aluminum frame with sloped face for easy viewing. Synchronizable to WWV for split-second timing. Quartz controlled for excellent accuracy. Long life button battery included. 1 4 /2Wx1D x2H”. MFJ one year limited warranty. DXer’s Wall Clocks Hi-Contrast LCDs Bright LED Clocks MFJ-125, $29.95. MFJ-107B, $9.95. 12 inch DXer’s 24 hour UTC Clock Quartz wall clock has large 5/8 inch gives 24 hour time LCD numerals. 1 plus more. Has three 2 /4x1x2 inches. Syn- smaller independent- chronizable to WWV. ly settable dials for Solid brushed alu- 12 hour time, day of minum frame lasts for week and date. No years. Long life button battery included. more day/ date con- MFJ- fusion when logging DX! Highly visible, 118, MFJ-117, $39.95. easy-to-read dials! Seconds hand. $24.95. This 12/24 hour clock has the biggest and MFJ-115, $24.95. MFJ’s brightest LEDs of any clock we have ever Set this 24 hour clock Jumbo seen! Giant 2.5 inch super bright LEDs are to UTC/ GMT and LCDTM nearly the width of a 2-Meter HT -- you can you can determine shows see them from across the street, day/night! the time in any time time in 24 UTC or 12 hour format with Perfect for decreasing eyesight. 12/24 hour zone of the world at 1 huge 1 /4” high-contrast LCD digits. switch. Wall/desk mount. Black with bright any time of the day. 3 1 1 1 5 /4Wx2 /2Hx /2D in. Also has year, month, red LEDs looks great! 12Wx7 /2H in. Use Premier world cities date, and day of week. Choose English, 9V battery for backup. Front panel encircle its colorful Spanish, German or French for day-of-week hour/minute set buttons. 110 VAC, 60 Hz. world map face to in- display. Easy-to-operate. Has 100 year full dicate time zone. 12 inch face is easy to see calendar. Quartz controlled for excellent across room. Seconds hand. MFJ- accuracy. Manually snchronize to WWV. 113, MFJ-105C, $19.95. Black scratch resistant case. Mounting This is the world’s $19.95. holes for wall mount/flip stand for desk Switch- most popular ham mount. Use “AAA” battery (not included). radio wall clock! able True 24 hour Quartz MFJ-112B, 12/24 movement. Huge 12 hour display with HUGE 1.8” red LEDs. $24.95. This Absolutely shines from across the room. Su- inch black face with DXers World 1 large white numerals per compact 11Hx9Wx2 /2D inches. Has 9 Map Clock shows minute ID timer, alarm, 9V battery back-up. give excellent visibil- you the time at ity across room. At- Use 110 VAC, 60 Hz. Great clock for the any QTH sight impaired! tractive gold colored hour, minute and throughout the seconds hands looks great on any wall! world on an at- 12 Vdc LED Mobile Clock MFJ-126, $24.95. tractive LCD 12 hour Quartz world map. MFJ- movement gives 12 Also shows 116DC, hour time on inner day of week, month, date and year. Time $19.95. dial (for XYL) and displays hour/minute/second. Choose 12 VDC, 1200 to 2400 hour 12/24 Hour. Easy push-buttons move you plugs in time on its outer dial east and west on the map to display a QTH cigarette (for you). Attractive in every time zone. Daylight saving time lighter. clean, white face is feature. Attractive grey. Cool blue back- Huge highly visible. Has a light for night viewing. Great for gift or .562 inch green LCD digits! Great for mo- 1 3 1 real glass cover! Handsome hunter green trim use as logging clock. 4 /2Wx3 /8Hx2 /4D in. torhomes and truckers! 12 hour only. Attrac- looks great in any decor. Has seconds hand. 1 year No Matter WhatTM limited warranty. tive black cabinet, long cord. HamGearTM Waistpak HamGearTM HT Pouches MFJ-7224, $9.95. Flashlight MFJ-6200, $15.95. This MFJ-18, $29.95. Radio chest har- toolbox. 24 piece nut/screw- MFJ waistpack is the per- ness holds your HT or cell phone driver set with flashlight case. fect hamfest, DXpedition snugly for no worries, hands-free MFJ-7246, $5.00. Nice 14 pc or field day hands-free carry-all. Amazing operation. For rugged action use!. reverse ratchet set. 9 spots to put your ham radio gear, tools, MFJ-15, $14.95. Durable HT radio MFJ-7220, $3.00. Cute 12 pc. accessories, refreshments. One size fits all! pocket with elastic cord and velcro closure. Driver bit set. 28 MFJ . . . The World Leader in Ham Radio Accessories! QSTCatP29.qxd 10/16/2003 11:21 AM Page 1

MFJ ATOMIC 24/12 HOUR CLOCKS • Automatically receive WWVB radio signal from National Institute of Standards and Technology in Ft. Collins, Colorado for millisecond accuracy • Choose 24/12 Hour time format or simultaneous dual times • Choose from huge selection of wall, desk mounts MFJ Atomic Alarm Clock -- SUPER DEAL! 12-inch Atomic 24/12 An unbelievable number of features for such a low price! Hour Wall Clock MFJ-132RC MFJ-131RC $ 95 $5995 14Ship Code A NEW! Ship Code A

FEATURES:

• Huge 0.563-inch height LCD digits This • Receiver set at 60 kHz for WWVB huge 12-inch • 24/12-hr selectable, running seconds display diameter atomic wall • Dual Alarm clock can be • 5-Minute ID (Snooze) seen from • Fabulous backlight across the room! It’ll liven up any ham- shack wall and it automatically receives the • Month and Date Display WWVB signal from Ft. Collins, Colorado. • Indoor Thermometer Has both 12 and 24 hour time format dis- plays. Has second hand with clearly marked (Range 32 to 122 Degrees Fahrenheit). seconds display points. Attractive, clean • Uses two AA 1.5V Batteries (not incl). white, real glass face is highly visible and • 1 Year NoMatterWhatTM Limited warranty will improve the decor of any room. Desk Mount Atomic 24/12 Hour LCD Clocks Atomic 24/12 Hour MFJ Dual Time Display Econo ATOMIC 24/12 LCD Desk Clock Atomic Clock LCD Desk Clock Compact MFJ- MFJ-133RC MFJ MFJ-122 radio-con- 133RC $ 95 gives you $ 95 trolled clock dual time 29 an excep- 14 is unique. Its zone LCD Ship Code A tional bar- Ship Code A auto daylight clock can gain that savings time display two time is loaded with fantastic can be turned zones. Lets you read features! 24/12 hour off, a must for any two time zones in switchable, seconds display, date/day, snooze using UTC 24 or 12 hour format. Atomic-controlled for button or ingenius ID timer, bright green MFJ-124 time, which absolute pin-point accuracy! Features huge backlight for night viewing, US time zone does not “change with the seasons.” 11/8 inch high-contrast LCD numerals easily map display, dual crescendo alarms. Operates $2495 Dual alarms, snooze and bright read from 6 feet away. Super compact on two AAA batteries -- long lasting (not Ship Code A backlight. Month/ date display, 4Wx3Hx3/4D inches. Super attractive silver included). Super tiny -- pocket camera size, 1 3 1 indoor temperature (14F-122F). clock folds up and slides in your shirt pocket 4 /2Wx2 /4Hx 1 /2D inches. LCD is 1 1 U.S. time zone map display. Use 2 AAA batter- for great travelability -- hamfest proven to 2 /8Wx1 /16H inches. Handsome Jet black, 3 3 3 3 ies. /4Wx3 /4Hx2D in. LCD is /4Wx1 /8H in. wake you up on time. with silver buttons. Large Display Wall Mount Atomic 24/12 Hour Clocks Time/Calendar/Temp Dual Time Zone Solar Powered Eternity Atomic Clock Atomic Clock Atomic Clock MFJ-130RC This MFJ-121 $ 95 24/12 hour $ 95 29 wall or 69 Ship Code A desk Ship Code A mount atomic clock has Read both got all the information UTC and local you need at a single time at-a-sin- glance! gle-glance with Auto daylight sav- this MFJ-121 ings time can be turned dual atomic off, when setting clock for UTC. clock. Displays 24/12 hour time simultane- 1 Metallic blue/silver colored clock (8 /2x9 MFJ’s exclusive solar pow- MFJ-123 ously. Mounted in a handsome black, hard- TM inches) has easy-to-read LCD display. Time plastic frame, the MFJ-121 features HUGE, ered Eternity Atomic Clock $ 95 1 works for an “eternity”! No need 79 digits are 21/4 inches tall. Running seconds easy-to-see 2” tall by 1 /2” wide LCD numer- Ship Code A display. Month, date, day and indoor tempera- als and also has running seconds display. for batteries or to set time! Re- 1 3 ture is displayed on bottom LCD display. 2 4 ceives WWVB signal. Display is a whopping 10 / Wx8Hx / D inches mounts on wall or 3 Easy-to-program. Choose C or F for desk mount. 2Hx6 /4W inches. Choose 24 or 12 hour time. temperatures. Use two AA batteries. Mounts Huge running seconds display. Calendar for- Use two AAA batteries -- long lasting! This is 3 3 on wall or includes desk mount. Measures mat. 10 /4Wx6Hx /4D” looks great on the wall 3 3 the clock true ham radio operators have been 10 /4Wx6Hx /4 inches. or desk mount. Attractive tan metallic! www.mfjenterprises.com 29 QSTCatP30.qxd 10/16/2003 11:24 AM Page 1

MFJ Radio-Controlled Wrist Watch NEW! BREAKTHROUGH LOW PRICE!!! MFJ-186RC This MFJ-186RC from 24 hour format or 12 hour format and to different time zones has broken through (Pacific, Mountain, Central, and Eastern). Also has running sec- $ 95 the high price of onds display and day-of-week and date display. Ship29 Code A Atomic Wrist This MFJ radio-controlled wrist watch has an alarm function Watches!!! and also can be used as a stopwatch for standard, accumulated, For an unbelievable $29.95, you split-time, or competitor measurements. get a beautiful full-featured radio- A backlight will illuminate the LCD display for about three controlled watch that rivals the one seconds in a brilliant blue. your buddies paid $99.95 for! Year, Month, and Day can be displayed in calendar mode. This MFJ Radio-Controlled MFJ-186RC is water-resistant up to 3 ATM - no more fear of the Wrist Watch automatically receives rain as you work hamfest security. the WWVB Signal generated by the Protected by MFJ’s famous “No Matter WhatTM” One year US Atomic Clock located in Fort warranty. MFJ will repair or replace (our option) your watch for Collins, Colorado. one full year. MFJ-186RC lets you switch Dual Time Ham Radio Watch Time/Temperature Wrist Watch MFJ-182 This Dual Time Ham Radio Watch MFJ-185 Time/Temperature Wrist Watch. $ 95 displays two time zones simultane- $ 95 24/12 hour switchable, gives 19 ously. Movements can be independ- Ship14 Code A world time of 50 different cities Ship Code A ently set to the user’s preference. and gives typical high/low tem- Quartz accuracy, long-life button battery peratures for each city in every month of the included, manually synchronizable with WWV. year. Automatic current temperature meas- Stainless steel adjustable wrist band. urement (F or C), has country and/or area MFJ-182 has a beautiful white face with silver code of each city, has nice backlight for outer rim and band. Looks great! night viewing. Water-resistant to 3 ATM. WIRELESS WEATHER STATION for an Incredible $59.95 New MFJ Here’s what you get for $59.95: pack the sunscreen. It lets you quickly Wireless Indoor Temperature Range: (+32F to +122F). understand that your golf game may be put Weather Station Humidity Range: (20% RH to 99%RH) off to another day. Uses 2 AA 1.5V batter- is an incredible Humidity Resolution: (1%RH) ies (not included) for receiver--long lasting! buy for only Quartz Clock: Accurate, 24/12 hour switch Two Time Zones, scroll-mode alternates. Date/Day Display (Huge): .563” Time digits Storm Alarm. This is an extremely $59.95. Transmission Range: (100 Feet Max) MFJ-192 Transmission Frequency: (433.92 MHz) impressive feature. Get a warning alarm when conditions may become threatening. $ 95 Fabulous Backlight: Brilliant green backlight Forecast Icons: Sunny, Slightly Sunny, Cloudy, Gives you a good chance to unplug your Ship59 Code A Rainy, Stormy equipment in case of lightning. This is just ture, humidity, forecast icon, etc. With the thing for hams that don’t know when to MFJ-192, you’ll have a complete weather quit and protect the shack! station that will quickly tell you if you need Max/Min Temperature Recording. to grab a sweater, rain coat, or dress down Pressure Trend. MFJ-192 comes complete for sunny weather. Indoor display unit with one outdoor sensor. Additional sensors (4Wx7Hx1D”) will give a quick, accurate can be purchased, MFJ-192S, $19.95 each. weather forecast in a single glance as you A total of three sensors is selectable. This ragchew. 3.5” base/stand gives a nice allows the monitoring of three different viewing angle. Also can be wall-mounted. zone areas of interest within range. No more worrying about how to dress as Remote Sensor (outdoor) range (+14F you head out in the morning. A quick to +122F). Uses 3 AAA batteries (not For that price you will get a complete included) for remote--long lasting! Sensor glance at MFJ-192 will tell you to grab a 1 1 weather station that will display tempera- sweater, winter coat, or make sure you measures 2 /4Wx3 /2Hx1D inches. Both have MFJ’s famous One Year “No Matter MFJ Wireless Weather Station ----Wind, Temperature, Rainfall, and More Displays.....Wind, Temperature, with 433 MHz radio transmitter, battery Humidity, Rainfall, Pressure...... Has powered indoor temperature, humidity, Forecasting Icons....(sunny, cloudy with pressure sensors with 433 MHz transmitter, sunny intervals, cloudy, rainy). Compass battery operated receiver -- Displays all display for wind speed, wind direction current information at-a-glance on large change, wind chill temperature, air pres- high contract LCD. sure and air pressure tendency. Includes... MORE.....receives signals from up to 9 Graphic display of air pressure changes temperature/humidity sending units (two within last 24 hours, rainfall recording included, others optional), all outdoor sen- (total 24 hours, last hour), dew point, all sors are solar powered with self-charging min/max recordings with date/time. battery backup, FCC approved wireless Also has....39 programmable visual and sensors transmit over 100 ft. at 433 MHz. audible alarms (for example: frost, air pres- MFJ-194 OPTIONS.... sure, temperature, unstable or stormy $ 95 MFJ-194RS, $169.95. RS-232 weather), solar powered outdoor wind, Computer interface for MFJ-194 weather temperature, humidity and rain sensors 399Ship Code C station. 30 www.mfjenterprises.com QSTCatP31.qxd 10/16/2003 11:27 AM Page 1

Great SSB/CW Accessories MFJ 5-watt CW Transceivers for your New improved ultra-hot receiver...enjoy DXing or ragchewing wherever you go...brush up 90 Series MFJ Transceivers on CW and upgrade...no-compromise performance...at a trrrific price! MFJ-902, Easy Operation: The most MFJ-9040/9030/9020 user-friendly radio you’ll ever MFJ-9017/9015 $79.95. Tiny own. Sets up in seconds -- no $ 95 Travel Tuner, 1 1 microprocessor mumbo jumbo. 189 4 /2x2 /4x3 Great Sensitivity: New hot- Each. Choose band. Ship Code A inches, fits in ter-than-ever superhet receiver the palm of brings weakest signals in at full volume (super-quiet FET post your hand! as receiving! Handles a full 150 Watts, covers 80-10 amp stage in the IF filter makes this the best Semi-QSK: Set adjustable hold transmit/ CW receiver going). receive switching to suit your normal sending Meters, has tuner bypass switch, tunes Excellent Selectivity: Tight CW band- speed or set it for full QSK during contests. nearly anything! Perfect for backpack- width crystal ladder filter fights unwanted Easy to Power: It uses little power -- ing, traveling, camping, etc. Great for QRM and noise to the maximum. only 50 mA average on receive and 1.2 amp rigs like IC-706MKIIG, Yaesu FT- Smooth and Stable VFO: Wide-spaced peak on transmit. Perfect for battery opera- 100D, Kenwood TS-50. See page 6! reduction drive VFO capacitor glides slowly tion in remote locations! across the easy-to-read dial. Rugged Construction: MFJ CW radios True RIT: RIT control has center-detent - are built on G-10 double-sided plate-through - makes listening or calling off-frequency a PC boards in our plant. Rugged all-metal snap! cabinet with brushed aluminum front panel Easy on your Ears: Smooth AGC tracks and vinyl clad cover. only the signals you want Frequency to hear -- it never locks Integrated CW Station Coverage: onto strong signals outside Radio, tuner, power pack fasten together to Choose your the audio bandpass. MFJ’s form a tiny 6X6.5X8.5-in. integrated CW favorite band! 40 & InstantRecovery AGCTM MFJ-971, $99.95. 200 Watt PEP station. 15 Meter models cover Antenna Tuner also has 6 Watt range snaps the receiver back at $364.80 buys Nov- ice and TechPlus full gain after transmitting. complete CW sta- band segments -- setting for QRP. Covers 1.8-30 MHz. Built-in speaker: High tion. Includes CW makes a perfect “first 4:1 Toroid Balun is built in for bal- efficiency 3” speaker driv- transceiver, radio” for new anced lines. Stackable with your MFJ- en by 100 mW of audio $189.95; MFJ-971 upgrading hams. gives great volume. tuner, $99.95; MFJ- 90 Series Transceivers. See Page 5! 4114 power pack, MFJ-9040 covers Rugged Transmitter: 7.000-7.150 MHz; Motorola power amplifier $69.95; portable antenna, $39.95 . . . MFJ-9030 covers transistor delivers full QRP 10.100-10.150 MHz; output, tolerates opens and . order: MFJ- 9140B, 40M; MFJ- MFJ-9020 covers accidental shorts without 9130B, 30M; MFJ- 14.000-14.075 MHz; damage. 9120B, 20M; MFJ- MFJ-9017 covers Sinewave Sidetone: 9117B, 17M; MFJ-9115B, 15M. 18.068-18.110 MHz; Pure 700 Hz CW sidetone $39980 if purchased separately. MFJ-9015 covers makes sending as much fun MFJ-27, $4.95, carry handle. Save $30! 21.000-21.200 MHz. MFJ-561, $19.95. Miniature light- 3 3 weight iambic paddle is just 1 /4Wx1 /4 3 1 Hip-pocket size QRP Cub CW transceiver D /4H inches and weighs just 2 /2 20, 17, or 15 Meters. Specify band in “XX” ounces -- tiny enough to fit in an MFJ-93XXK (R) $ 95 area of model number. Altoids tin (cord and all!) -- great for 79 Hot receiver with 0.2 uV sensitivity, low traveling with QRP or “big” rigs! Kit, Ship Code A noise, sharp passband crystal filter, MFJ QRP-CubTM Differential mode AGC, rock steady, over 80 MFJ-402, Trans-ceivers use dB signal range, robust AF output, 2 Watts $59.95. Ham surface mount technology to achieve big per- thru 20 Meters, 1 Watt 15/17 Meters. radio’s tiniest formance in a pocket-sized package. Power adjustable to zero, full QSK for electronic keyer The kit version has all SMT parts mounted smooth break-in, natural sidetone, shaped with built-in and soldered. You just insert and solder the keying, custom TX offset, receiver passband iambic paddle! “through-hole” parts such as the connectors, center, low power drain. Tiny 3 1 1 3 /4Wx1 /2Hx4 /2D inches. Wired unit covered It’s a nano-size inductors and trimmer caps. 1 Designed by QRP-ARCI hall-of-famer by MFJ’s No Matter WhatTM warranty. 2x3x1 inches and weighs just 3 /2 K1BQT for real world low-power operating MFJ-93XXW, $12995. Wired & tested cub. ounces! Speed adjusts 5-65 WPM, conditions. Buy all or choose from 80, 40, 30, Specify band in “XX” portion of model #. weight 25-75%, has Iambic mode A or B, normal or “bug” mode and reverse. Portable and QRP Power Supplies and Accessories MFJ-4110, $49.95. MFJ-4114, $69.95. Folded Dipole Antennas for Portable AC power sup- AC Power Your Portable Station ply. Connect to MFJ supply/Battery Pack MFJ-1770A $ 95 radios. LED indicates uses Ni-Cd D cells 10 Meters 39 each! when power is applied. or alkaline D cells MFJ-1770 Output is approximately (not included). 15 Meters. 13.8 VDC at 1.2 amps. Matches MFJ radios. Output is 13.8 VDC at MFJ-1771 1.2 amps. Voltage regulated. Ni-Cd charge 17 Meters. MFJ-416, $49.95. circuit. MFJ-1772 CW option kit for your MFJ-9406 six meter 20 Meters. and your MFJ-9402 two meter adventure MFJ-412, $49.95. Curtis Chip Iambic Keyer MFJ-1773 transceivers. Module for your MFJ 90 Series Transceivers. 30 Meters MFJ-726, $29.95. Narrow audio filter built Use your MFJ paddles with the MFJ-412 and MFJ-1774 for MFJ CW transceivers. your transceiver for complete CW fun! 40 Meters MFJ...The World Leader in Ham Radio Accessories 31 QSTCatP32.qxd 10/16/2003 11:30 AM Page 1

HF SSB Travel RadiosTM are Feature-Packed ...the most powerful 12 watt radios you’ll ever own ... hot receiver ... potent speech processing ... rugged transmitter ... proven on-air design ... real alalog S-meter ... powerful audio Turn on your new MFJ SSB transceiver chip and rugged 3 inch speaker. and you’ll marvel at how well it performs. Low Current Requirements: You’ll Weak stations roll in with surprising clari- never have to lug around a heavy power sup- ty, faithfully reproduced by a single conver- ply to run this radio. sion receiver. On transmit, MFJ’s exclusive Rugged Transmitter: Bullet-proof output ConstantCurrentTM speech processor cuts transistor runs cool, easily tolerates 3:1 through noise and QRM like a far more com- VSWR and feedline shorts or opens. plex radio. Built to last: Conservative design, plate- Take this performance along on your next through PC board, quality components, hand- vacation or business trip -- the MFJ transceiv- beam heading clear-cut. MFJ-9420, some brushed-aluminum panel and a tough er, microphone, power supply, and antenna Excellent Selectivity: MFJ-9440/MFJ-9475 vinyl clad case ensure years of dependable can easily fit into your brief case or carry-on Eight poles of tight IF fil- service. bag. tering cuts adjacent chat- $ 95 MFJ-9420 covers 14.150-14.350 MHz, Simple operation: No microprocessor ter and focuses transmitter 239 MFJ-9440 covers 7.150-7.300 MHz, MFJ- mumbo-jumbo -- on the air in minutes! power where you need it. $249.95 with mic 9475 covers 3.750-4.000 MHz. One Watt Great sensitivity: Features a quiet double Smooth VFO: No Ship Code A audio output at 10% THD. balanced mixer front-end, single conversion annoying synthesizer Draws 50-100 mA on receive and 1.2 clarity and plenty of gain. If a signal is there, jump or obscure keypad commands to deal amps peak on transmit at 13.8 VDC. 1 you’ll get it loud & clear! with. Effortless tuning, custom reduction- 21/2x6 /2x6 inches. Analog S-Meter: A real calibrated S- drive ball-bearing capacitor. MFJ-415B, $49.95. Install this CW mod- meter -- not a useless bargraph -- that makes Powerful audio: Big audio -- even in ule and operate CW, a must for DXers. adjusting an antenna tuner or finding the best noisy locations from a special Signetics audio Provides semi-QSK break-in and sidetone. MFJ Adventure Accessories MFJ SSB Adventure Radios MFJ-1762, $79.95. 3-ele- MFJ-9402 MFJ-9406/9410 ment 6 Meter yagi quadru- $28995 $25995 ples your effective radiat- ($299.95 with ($269.95 with ed power over a half-wave MFJ-290 mic) MFJ-290 mic) dipole. 6 foot boom, 2 lbs. Can use TV rotator and Ship Code A Ship Code A mast. Handles 300 Watts PEP SSB. Mounts verti- cally or horizontally. Current balun decouples a 2.3 kHz crystal ladder filter. feedline. Great front-to-back ratio. All Adventure radios include a built-in MFJ-9406 for 6 Meters can economi- low pass filter to help avoid TVI. MFJ-1756, $79.95. Omni- cally open to you the exciting propaga- You also get real analog S-meters that directional low-angle vertical tion at 50 MHz, not to mention local double as speech processing level moni- radiator lets you work plenty ragchews. And you can take this little set tors, analog tuning with no unexpected of DX in all directions even anywhere. with low power. rate shifts or stair-stepping, powerful TM 1 GroundIsolated radial sys- You get full coverage of 50.0 to 50.3 one-half watt of audio from their 3 /2 inch MHz with power output of 10 watts PEP. tem eliminates common mode top-mount speakers, and a solid-state current paths. Reduces unde- MFJ-9402 for 2 Meters operates SSB FET switch to key an external amplifier. and (optional) CW with 7 watts output, sirable feedline/supporting They’re energy efficient, operating structure radiation. 55-inch. 144.0 to 144.3 MHz. from a 2 amp AC supply (3A for the strong aluminum radiator. MFJ-9410 for 10 Meters packs 20 model 9410) or from a 12 volt battery. watts SSB PEP output and you’ll be MFJ-1736, $29.95. Hang this 6 Meter amazed at the clarity of its receiver. It MFJ-416, $49.95. Optional CW module for all Adventure Radios. J-pole in the clear. Omni-directional covers 28.3 to 28.6 MHz. full size 1/2 wave antenna with low Adventure radios are easy to operate: MFJ Adventure Radios are built to last angle radiation beats 1/4-waves. just turn on and go! through their conservative design, premi- They all sport MFJ’s exclusive um quality, plate-through PC boards, MFJ-1776, $39.95. Low SWR 6-Meter ConstantCurrentTM syllabic speech pro- quality components, handsome brushed folded dipole. MFJ-1770A, $39.95. cessing for an added 4 to 6 dB of punch. aluminum faceplate and tough cabinets. (10 Meters). All three Adventure radios feature sin- Fit an Adventure Radio just about anywhere: each is just 2.5X6.5X6 in. MFJ-906, $79.95. 6 Meter anten- gle-conversion superhet receivers wth a na tuner with lighted cross-needle low-noise front end and double-balanced Special offer -- add an MFJ-290 meter (with MFJ-1312D, $14.95). mixer to fight intermod and dig deep, and microphone for just $10 more. 100 Watts FM, 200 Watts SSB TM PEP. MFJ-903, $49.95, Same as MFJ-906, less MFJ 6-Meter FM Communicator MFJ 2-Meter FM Receiver Kit meter (See Page 6). MFJ-9606 Put together the MFJ-8400K and $15995 you’ll have a go-anywhere 2-Meter FM Mirage A-1015-G 150 watt ouutput MFJ-9606X receiver for for pennies. Features include a 6-meter amplifier with built-in GaAs $169.95 w/Mic low noise, high gain RF preamp, smooth FET receiver preamp. $389. Page 59. Shipping Code A reduction drive tuning, and a 19-inch tele- scopic antenna. Has MFJ -290 dynamic handheld mic for all MFJ The most inexpensive way to get on 6 MFJ-8400K tune, squelch, and SSB radios, $29.95 when ordered separately. Meter FM voice or packet! Potent 10 watt $7995 volume controls, transmitter and CrystalClearVoiceTM puts Ship Code A and speaker. MFJ-4110 Portable AC Power fun and fidelity back into ham radio with Quality compo- Supply, $49.95, fits in your pocket true-to-life speech quality and ultra-clean MFJ-8400W nents with glass and is a perfect companion for radio- AFSK data signals. $9995 epoxy PC board on-the go. 13.8 VDC output at 1.2A. Super fast PIN diode switching, no Ship Code A and all metal cabi- compromise dual-conversion FM receiver net. Power require- MFJ-4114 Rechargable AC with quiet LNA, factory installed 52.525 ment, 9 VDC. A Power Supply, $69.95, with bat- 1 try pack uses Ni-Cad D cells or MHz calling crystals. tiny 4 /4Wx2Hx4D Additional plug-in crystals, $24.95 in. MFJ-8400W alkaline D cells (not included). per frequency. available as a wired Switch-selectable AC or batteries. and tested unit. Output 13.8VDC, 1.2A. 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MFJ Sound Card-to-Rig Interface Use sound card and rig for all digital modes! Plug and Play -- includes software, all cables, AC power supply . . . RFI-proof . . . Isolation trans- formers -- no hum, noise, distortion . . . Operate PSK-31, packet, APRS, AMTOR, RTTY, SSTV, CW, Meteor Scatter, others . . . Use as Voice Keyer, CW Contest Memory Keyer . . . Monitor On/Off Switch . . . Plug this new MFJ-1275/M/T sound card interface between your rig and computer and enjoy operating all digital modes. Everything you need is included -- software, audio cables, RS-232 serial cable and AC power supply. Provides fully automatic operation with audio and push-to-talk control. Matches sound card audio, el- iminates ground loops and provides mic override. Models available for all transceivers with 8-pin round, 8-pin modular (RJ-45) or 4-pin round micro- phone plugs. Operate PSK-31, packet, APRS, AMTOR, RTTY, SSTV, CW, high speed CW Meteor Scatter and many others. Also use as Contest Voice Keyer and CW Contest Memory Keyer. Digital Modes or Normal Operation Select the ON digital mode -- all connections are made between your rig and computer for instant digital operation. Select BYPASS normal mode -- your transceiver and com- puter connections are restored for their normal operation. Audio Isolation Transformers Audio isolation transformers and relay eliminate MFJ-1275/M/T $ 95 Ship Code A ground loops, audio hum, noise and distortion. 99 RFI-Proof sound card audio output channels to NEW! Order MFJ-1275T, for 4-pin Extensive RF suppression and line iso- accommodate various programs. round mic plug, for Ten-Tec and others. lation eliminates RF feedback problems. Off-the-air recording -- for replaying Plug and Play! Automatic Microphone Override or for use with spectrum analyzer programs. Everything you need is included --audio Transmit mic audio at any time by Monitor on/off switch lets you have a and RS-232 cables, AC power supply and a pressing PTT to override digital modes -- normal QSO and receive SSTV pictures at CD with a collection of the most popular great for SSTV and Contest Voice Keyer. the same time in the “monitor on” posi- amateur radio software to operate PSK-31, More Impressive Features tion. This is great for modes like SSTV and RTTY, SSTV, PACKET, AMTOR, CW, Serial port -- lets computer control radio Voice Keyer operation that may require lis- HSCW Meteor Scatter, Contest Voice Keying to override/interrupt digital transmissions. tening to receive audio during operation. and other modes.Use 12 VDC or 110 VAC. VOX Control -- lets you use VOX Rugged Construction -- All aluminum No Matter WhatTM Warranty control when not using computer serial cabinet and surface-mount construction Protected by MFJ’s famous No Matter port control. gives you years of trouble-free service. WhatTM one year limited warranty. MFJ will Level Controls -- for transmitter drive Use any Transceiver repair or replace (at our option) your MFJ- and for receiver-to-sound card drive level. Internal jumpers program microphone 1275/M/T no matter what for one full year. No need to adjust microphone gain or wiring for any brand or model radio -- no Try it for 30 Days sound card level when you change modes. soldering required. Order MFJ-1275 for 8- Order from MFJ and try it -- no obliga- Stereo or Mono Audio Input -- A front pin round mic plug. Order MFJ-1275M for tion. If not delighted, return it within 30 panel switch selects left, right, or both 8-pin modular mic (RJ45) plug. days for refund less shipping. Super Sound Card Interface DSP Sound Card Programs • Footswitch: Use footswitch or other for PTT (push-to-talk) when not using VOX. Plug and Play! Includes software CD, RS-232 and audio cables, AC power supply. Order MFJ-1279 for 8-pin round mic, MFJ-1279M for 8-pin modular (RJ-45) mic, MFJ-1279T for 4-pin round mic. Add “X” suffix for 220VAC. MFJ-1279/M/T This super sound card Basic Digital Interface $ 95 interface has all of the fea- 129 tures of the MFJ-1275 Plug and Play! MFJ-1296, $119.95. RadioCom4 inte- Ship Code A Has sound card, plus . . . grates PSK31, SSTV, FAX/Sat FAX, RTTY, • Auxiliary Input Jack: Lets you switch radio, speaker, RS- 232 jacks. Includes: SITOR, DSP audio filters and radio control. your sound card from MFJ-1279 so you MFJ-1298, $199.95. RadioCom5 -- all can use your sound card for something software CD and RS-232, audio, mic features of RadioCom4 plus DSP Audio else. No more plugging/unplugging! Filter analyzer, Spectrum Analyzer, Dual • Direct CW/FSK Keying Jack: Allows MFJ-1273B cables. No external power need- $ 95 ed. Has no mic jack or mic Scope Display, Sound Recorder, Time and direct CW or FSK keying operation. 59 switch. Order MFJ-1273B for 8 Frequency Management, Frequency Analyzer, • Headphone Jack: Use your stereo head- Ship Code A pin round mic, MFJ-1273BM for 3D Scanner, Satellite tracking, Rig Control phones so you won’t disturb your XYL 8-pin modular (RJ-45) mic, MFJ-1273BT for over 80 radios, more! Free demo at: (also turns off external speaker). for 4-pin round mic. www.mfjenterprises.com/freedemo.php www.mfjenterprises.com 33 QSTCatP34.qxd 10/16/2003 11:34 AM Page 1

The world’s most powerful multi-mode data controller! PSK31 with MFJ-1289H Optional MFJ-1278/B Accessories MFJ-1289H, $79.95. Host program World class MFJ-1278B with built-in supports all digital modes plus PSK31. “brick wall” DSP filters, GPS compatibility Syncs with popular logging programs. Tool and ten digital modes makes this the most bar, Hotkeys, user-defined macros, more! powerful data controller in ham radio! MFJ-1278B/DSP MFJ-1278B (no DSP) MFJ-1289W, $59.95. MultiComTM for You won’t believe your eyes when you $ 95 $ 95 Windows. Control 2 TNCs at the same see solid copy from signals completely 389Ship Code B 309Ship Code B time in separate windows!Send, receive buried in QRM! The MFJ-1278B/DSP, true color SSTV Scotty 1, Scotty 2, Martin your transceiver and computer are all you ing packet mail in your mailbox. 1, Martin 2, and Robot 72 pictures. Great need for exciting digital QSOs! Discover a Want to copy some CW? Just relax Multi-gray level FAX pictures and weather whole new world -- communicate in ways and read your screen. maps, Packet BBS, PacketClusterTM, MFJ-1278B/DSP gives you DSP and you never knew existed! MFJ-43, $9.95. Real-time clock. New low price! Marvel at full color FAX news photos 11 digital modes -- PSK31, Packet, MFJ-44, $14.96. Plug-in scope tuner. as they come to life on your screen, and PACTOR, AMTOR, RTTY, Color SSTV, MFJ-780, $99.95. you’ll see weather changes on highly 16 Gray Level Fax/Weather FAX, ASCII, Plug-in DSP board MFJ-1278/B. detailed weather maps in all 16 gray levels. Navtex, CW, Memory Keyer and is GPS MFJ-2400, $19.95. 2400 baud Eavesdrop on late-breaking news! compatible. Order today, get the most pow- packet modem. Faster commu- You’ll have fun joining worldwide erful multi-mode data controller in ham radio! nication lessens congestion on Packet networks and exchanging color MFJ-1278BT, $339.95, gives you a crowded bands. TNC still gets SSTV pictures with your buddies. built-in 2400 baud modem. Runs high 300/ 1200 baud for compatibili- You’ll enjoy error-free HF QSOs on speed packet without modifying your radio. ty with other TNCs. PACTOR AND AMTOR and enjoy receiv- Operate 300/1200/2400 baud packet. The world’s most reliable VHF/ MFJ MultiCommHostTM Software MFJ PacketOnlyTM transceivers MFJ brings you the Why tie up your HF Packet TNC world’s first 32 bit terminal expensive 2 Meter rig on MFJ-1270C, $169.95. software for MFJ family and a single packet channel? Thousands are other TAPR TNC2s. MFJ Enjoy dedicated high quality packet 1200 to dedicated as digi- MultiComm HostTM software 9600 baud on 2 Meters, 24 hours-a-day! peaters, nodes, BBS and used in commercial gives you true multitasking in Windows MFJ’s data radios are compatible with all applications working 24 hours a day--many a 95/98/NT/2000 and XP! Includes PSK31! TNCs with hardware DCDs and most TNCs decade old are still in service. Uses standard Windows commands. with software DCDs. It couldn’t be easier -- All software and hardware designed for Adds PSK-31 support! Syncs with popular just plug in appropriate cable your antenna, the TAPR TNC-2 standard works with the logging programs. All modes and features 12 VDC and you’re ready to go! MFJ-1270C without modification, including are just a mouse click away! Hotkeys, user MFJ-8621, $149.95. Ready-to-operate on NETROM, theNET, X1J, and Rose Switch. defined macros, interface to all of the cur- 145.01 MHz. Order other plug-in crystals True DCD circuit greatly reduces sensitivity rent callbook CDs, quick connects, more! for just $24.95 per frequency. to noise. Increases completed QSOs. Anti- MFJ-1289H, $79.95. MultiCommHostTM MFJ-8621X2, $159.95. Ready-to-use for CollisionTM Technology stops packet collisions. software for MFJ Multimode TNCs. APRS. Crystals pre-installed and trans- 32K RAM/256K ROM, spkr jack, lithium MFJ-1284H, $49.95. Packet only Host ceiver precisely aligned. 144.390 MHz. battery backup, RS-232 and TTL serial ports. mode software for MFJ-1270C. MFJ-8631, $169.95. PacketOnlyTM 220 MFJ-1270CT, $189.95. Same as MFJ- • For MFJ-1270/1276/1278 TNCs and TAPR MHz. Has all the features of the 2 Meter 1270C, but has built-in 2400 baud modem. TNC2 with 1.1.x firmware/BLP Host Mode. version, ready-to-operate on 223.700 MHz. MFJ-1284H, $49.95. MultiCommHostTM MFJ-52B, $39.95. Plug-in board for MFJ-9606X, $169.95. Voice or packet with packet only. 32-bit software, true multi-tasking. your TNC configured as TheNet X-1J Node. MFJ’s new 6 Meter FM CommunicatorTM MFJ-1284W, $29.95. MultiComm for Check rig packet deviation, temperature & Transceiver. Crystalled for 52.525 MHz Windows. Software and RS-232 Cable. voltage. Requires X-1J or later nodeware. calling frequency. Easy crystal re-channel. MFJ TNC/Microphone Switch Pre-wired Radio to TNC Cables New accessory port cables, $19.95 each. MFJ-5063 (Icom HF 8 MFJ-1272B/M Alinco, Radio Shack, and others. $ 95 Plug-in jumpers let you quickly pin to TNC2s). MFJ-5064 (IC VHF 8 pin to TNC2s). MFJ- 39 set-up for any radio. Factory set 5065 (IC-706 13 pin to TNC2s). MFJ-5060 (Ken, Yaesu, Azden Ship code A 6 pin mini to TNC2s). MFJ-5066 (Ken 13 pin to TNC2s). Switch for Kenwood and Alinco. Has audio-in and speaker jacks. $ 95 between your TNC or Mic by 1 1 Pre-wired Radio-to-TNC cables . . . 15 4 4 Compact 3 / x1 / x4 inches. TNC KAM VHF5/ PK900/PK96/ pushing a button! All MFJ 5 Select M model for Modular TYPE KAM HF / PK-232 PK12/DSP232 Plug these pre-wired cables into TNCs and 5 /PacComm/ KPC3 / other TNC-2 microphone; B is 8-pin round mic. Radios Multimodes 5 your rig’s microphone connector KPC9612 compatibles MFJ-1272B/M, $39.95, for Alinco8/Strd HT and into your TNC and you are MFJ-5022 MFJ-5022YV MFJ-5022X MFJ-5022 MFJ TNC/multimodes, TAPR Icom1/Yaesu/ ready to go -- no more hard-to- MFJ-5024 MFJ-5024YV MFJ-5024X find connectors and wiring up TNC-2 clones. MFJ- RadioShack HTs MFJ-5024B 1272BX/MX, $39.95, for PK-232. 2 cables -- no more plugging and Kenwood HTs MFJ-5026 MFJ-5026YV MFJ-5026X MFJ-5026 MFJ-1272BYV/MYV, $39.95, for MFJ-5080YV unplugging to work voice/packet! MFJ-5080X KAM VHF port/KPC3. MFJ- Yaesu 8-pin MFJ-5080 MFJ-5080YH MFJ-5080Z MFJ-5084YV Works with HF, VHF and UHF 3 MFJ-5084X 1272BYH/MYH, $39.95, for Icom 8-pin MFJ-5084 MFJ-5084YH MFJ-5084Z radios with 8 pin mic connectors -- MFJ-5086YV KAM HF port/KPC3. Kenwood/Alinco MFJ-5086 MFJ-5086X MFJ-5086Z including Kenwood, ICOM, Yaesu, 8-pin MFJ-5086YH Yaesu MFJ-5080M Pre-Wired Radio to Computer Interface Cable 8-pin modular MFJ-5080MYV MFJ-5080MX MFJ-5080MZ 4 Icom MFJ-5084M MFJ-5084MYV MFJ-5084MX MFJ-5084MZ MFJ-5383 Convenient pre-wired transceiver to 8-pin modular (I, K, Y, YB) computer interface cable has serial inter- Kenwood 8-pin modular MFJ-5086M MFJ-5086MYV MFJ-5086MX MFJ-5086MZ $ 95 face built-in! MFJ-5383K, Kenwood and Radio Shack 49 8-pin modular MFJ-5088M MFJ-5088MYV MFJ-5088MX MFJ-5088MZ Ship code A compatibles. MFJ-5383I, Icom and com- patibles. MFJ-5383Y for Yaesu standard 1. does not include IC-W2A 4. does not include IC-100H, IC-2700H 6. YV for KP9612 1200 baud port 2. does not include 2500 5. YV for KAM VHF port, YH for KAM 7. YH models for KPC9612 9600 baud port 6-pin DIN, MFJ-5383YB for Yaesu 6 pin Mini DIN. 3. does not include 25A, 255A HF port. Other Kantronics use YV 8. 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MFJ Speaker Microphones for New Yaesu, Icom, Kenwood HTs MFJ-295 MFJ-295R Fits perfectly in your hand and gives impedance. New “R” (Y, I, K,) (VX-7R only) booming receive audio so to monitor sta- Built-in earphone jack, top quality PTT Fit VX7R! tions while the microphone is attached to thumb switch, 8-position swivel lapel clip, $ 95 $ 95 1 15 19 your lapel -- no more holding the speaker 3 /2 feet of durable, stretchable cord. Made Ship Code A Ship Code A up to your ear! of high-impact plastic. Water resistant. Here’s a top quality MFJ’s high-quality non-directional Black mic and cord, protective bend points. speaker mic that’s perfect electret condenser microphone gives your MFJ-295Y, Yaesu, Icom, single pin plugs for those popular and tiny handheld crystal clear transmit audio. like Yaesu VX-5R and Icom Q7A. MFJ- new Yaesu, Icom, Ken- The MFJ-295 Microphone has -53 dB 295I, Fits Icom and compatibles. MFJ- wood, Alinco, ADI and sensitivity and 1K Ohm impedance. 295K, Fits Kenwood and others. compatible handheld trans- Excellent top quality speaker produces 83 New! MFJ-295R, $19.95 fits new ceivers. dB of crystal clear receive audio. 8 Ohm Yaesu VX-7R handheld radio. MFJ Deluxe Headset MicrophoneTM adds professionalism MFJ-288 (K, I, Y, R) Walking voice, whether booming or at a quiet whis- It’s perfect for mobile use with single ear $ 95 through an per when placed appropriately near your design. Ship24 Code A airport, at mouth. Small PTT switch can be conveniently home, or in The earphone gives superb tonal quality attached to your shirt or pants pocket. Has your car, this MFJ so even distant stations will come in loud six feet of cord from headset to plug. deluxe headset gives and clear. MFJ-288I fits ICOM, Yaesu (not FT- you the ability to Made of sturdy black plastic and strong 50R), ADI, Alinco, Radio Shack and other carry on a private metal sliders, one size fits all! compatibles. MFJ-288K fits Kenwood and QSO while doing Superb speaker and mic foaming pro- compatible handheld radios. MFJ-288Y other things. tects the mic and speaker elements as well fits VX-5R, IC-Q7A and compatibles. The microphone as making the ear fit very comfortably. New! MFJ-288R, $24.95, fits new can pick up your You could wear this headset all day long. Yaesu VX-7R handheld transceiver. MFJ Featherweight earbud Boom MicTM MFJ Featherweight Earbud/Mic MFJ-293 MFJ-292 MFJ’s Feather- Finally bud for a comfortable fit so there’s no more (I,K,Y) weight Earbud/Mic (K/Y/I/R) . . . a worrying about it falling out of your ear. $ 95 $ 95 has a tiny earphone secure It’s perfect for monitoring your receive 17 Ship24 Code A Ship Code A and thumb-size and com- audio when you are in a loud environment. mic/PTT switch fortable earbud and MFJ-293’s special rubber flex earloop built right into the cord. boom microphone design adjusts to fit the right or left ear (big Barely noticeable and so that’s as small and or small) very securely and comfortably. lightweight you won’t know inconspicuous as your Made of a sturdy black polyurethane and it’s there. Get crystal clear radio! No more gaudy, comfortable rubber earloop, it’ll give years receive/transmit audio out oversized headsets or of dependable use. Tiny thumb-sized PTT of an ultra light (30 grams) speaker. Non- massive handheld switch is built right into the 6 feet of cord. directional electret condenser mic has -64 speaker microphones! MFJ-293 (I) fits Icom and compatibles. dB sensitivity, 1.1K Ohm impedance. 4 ft. This tiny earbud MFJ-293 (K) fits Kenwood. MFJ-293 (Y) cord. MFJ-292I fits ICOM, Yaesu and oth- features a secure and comfortable rubber fits Yaesu FT10R/40R/ 50R/VX-1R, Icom ers; MFJ-292K for Kenwood; MFJ-292Y flex earloop design and 5 inch flexible IC-Q7A, other radios using single plug-ins. for Yaesu FT-10R/40R/50R/VX-1R/VX5R. boom microphone that adjusts perfectly to MFJ-293 (R), $24.95, fits Yaesu VX7R. New! MFJ-292R, $19.95, fits Yaesu VX-7R. your mouth. The earloop secures your ear- All have MFJ one year limited warranty. MFJ MightyMicTM speaker microphone MFJ Neckset BoomMicTM This MFJ MightyMicTM is a super speaker with this streamlined product! MFJ-282(I,K,Y) microphone for those tiny and popu- An 8-position swivel lapel clip Neckset $ 95 Microphone 24 lar miniaturized handheld radios on lets you position and secure the doesn’t Ship Code A the market today like Yaesu’s VX5R microphone to your shirt or coat mess up your hair! and Icom’s Q7A. comfortably. Naturally hidden from Tiny PTT thumb switch with MFJ-294I for Icom and compati- view behind your neck. speaker/microphone and lapel clip all bles, and older Yaesu HTs. Superb speaker and fits between two fingers. Tiny 19” MFJ-294Y for Yaesu mic foaming protects the retractable cord stretches to 4 feet. FT10R/40R/50R /VX-1R/VX-5R, mic and speaker ele- This is the perfect speaker/micro- MFJ-294 (I, K, Y) Icom IC-Q7A, other radios using $ 95 ments as well as making the ear fit very phone for concealment. You’ll look 16 single plug-ins. MFJ-294K for comfortable. A mic element is attached to like an FBI agent when you work Ship Code A Kenwood and compatibles. the neckset with flexible extension. MFJ BoomMic/FM Scan Identify your speaker/mic model Small PTT switch can be conveniently MFJ uses the letters I, K, Y and R to attached to your shirt or pants pocket. MFJ-284, $39.95, same MFJ-282I fits Icom, MFJ-282K fits as MFJ-293, but adds an denote what connector is on the speaker mic. I is for Icom, some Yaesu, Radio Kenwood, MFJ-282Y fits Yaesu FT10R/40R FM broadcast scan radio /50R/VX-1R/VX-5R and Icom Q7A radios. inside the tiny PTT switch. Shack, ADI and most Alinco. K is for most Lets you catch up on the Kenwood. Y is for Yaesu VX5R series and CLOSEOUT! news or listen to music or Icom Q7A. R is for the new Yaesu VX7R. SPEAKER MICS sports while monitoring a 2- MFJ-287 for Kenwood MFJ-286 for Kenwood Meter operating frequency! MFJ-285 for Icom W-2A Auto switches from FM to MFJ-285WC for Alinco HT audio when monitoring Credit Card Radio only frequency is detected. Batteries included. $ 00 EACH! Order MFJ-284I for Icom, MFJ-284K for I K Y R Ship Code A Kenwood, and MFJ-284Y for Yaesu VX5R 9 family and Icom Q7A single plug HTs. MFJ . . . The World Leader in Ham Radio Accessories 35 QSTCatP36.qxd 10/16/2003 11:44 AM Page 1

MFJ’s handheld “Rubber Duck” antennas High Gain Dual Band HT Flexible Duck Antennas MFJ SuperFlex ThinDucksTM A A. MFJ-1717, $21.95. A. MFJ-1715, $24.95. Tie it in a The World’s best selling HT antenna! When other rubber ducks just give A. 3 knot . . . when you use it, it’ll bounce you noise, you’ll enjoy dependable QSOs with the MFJ-1717. Only 15 /4 back in shape -- you can’t break it! inches in length, it’s a halfwave on 440 MHz that gives you a hearty 2.15 It’ll take all the bending, twisting, dBi gain. On 2 Meters, you get an efficient full-size 1/4 wave antenna for flexing and tugging you can dish full size performance. out, and just pop right back up. MFJ-1717 is precisely tuned at the factory for low SWR. High-Q, low 1 TM This MFJ-1715 12 /2” SuperFLEX loss construction gives you maximum radiated power! BNC connector. It’s 1 radiator is a /2 wave on 440 MHz -- rugged! It’ll take all the bending, twisting, flexing and tugging you can B B. gives a hearty 2.15 dBi gain. On 2 dish out, and just pop right back up. Meters, you get an efficient full size 1 The radiator is protected by a durable synthetic rubber compound and has /4 wave antenna. Safety tip, durable a hard protective safety tip. synthetic rubber compound. Add A strong rigid base protects the matching network from flexing and chang- “S” for SMA connector. 1 ing frequency. SMA or BNC connector models. B. MFJ-1713, $19.95. 5 /2” radia- B. MFJ-1716, $16.95. Dual band 144/440 MHz Flex duck is similar to tor is similar to MFJ-1715 except 1 MFJ-1717. 7 /2 in. length, 1/4 wave on 440 MHz and loaded 1/4 wave on 2 for gain on 440 MHz. Quarter wave Mtrs. BNC. Order MFJ-1716S/1717S for SMA. on 440 MHz and an efficient loaded MFJ-1716V, $9.95. Same as MFJ-1716, but for 2-Meters only. BNC. Quarter wave on 2 Meters. Add MFJ-1716VS, $9.95. Same as MFJ-1716V, but with SMA connector. “S” for SMA connector. MFJ Telescopic Handheld Antenna Range Extenders MFJ Triple Band FlexiDuckTM A A. MFJ-1714, $16.95. B. MFJ-1712, C. MFJ-1710, $9.95. MFJ-1720S, $29.95. MFJ’s Triple For really long range $14.95. This tele- The PocketLinearTM Band HT FlexiDuckTM antenna is a this endfed halfwave scopic Dual Bander is a pen sized 3/8 whopping 19 inches tall -- it’s big 2-Meter is hard to is for 144/440 MHz. wave for 2 Meters! enough to deliver a powerful signal 1 beat! Outperforms a It’s a /4 wave on 2 Carry this antenna in for 2 Meters, 440 MHz, and 6 Meters! B 5/8 wave on an HT Meters, 5/8 wave your shirt pocket like It’s a 5/8 Wave on 440 MHz to give because the 5/8 wave with gain for 440 a ball point pen with you a hearty 3.2 dBi gain. On 2 1 C needs a ground MHz. 7 /4 inches pocket clip. When Meters you get a 1/4 Wave antenna plane. Collapsed collapsed acts like a you rubber ducky on with 2.15 dBi gain. On 6 Meters you (10.5 inches) it per- rubber duck antenna. your HT just won’t get an efficient full size 1/4 Wave forms like a rubber 19 inches extended receive well, pull it antenna for full-size performance. duck. 40 inches gives you superior out, extend to 24” Precision-tuned at the factory for low extended gives you performance. Easy to and carry on your SWR. High-Q, low loss construction TM 1 LongRanger fold up and put QSO. Tiny 5 /4 gives you maximum radiated power. performance! away! inches collapsed. 10 Watts. SMA Connector only. SmallWonderTM HT Antenna MFJ TeleFlexTM HT Antenna Foldover Telescopic HT antenna MFJ-1719/MFJ-1719S, $19.95. MFJ-1816, $9.95. This special HT MFJ-1812, $19.95. Dual band This HT Antenna is truly amazing antenna is both flexible and telescop- 144/440 MHz HT antenna com- for its size! Pound for pound, it’s ic at the same time! It extends to bines telescopic and foldover the best antenna around. Less than improve your range or collapses to features in a single antenna. 1” tall, it’s greatt for traveling and act like a rubber duck; plus it takes Extends to improve range plus it monitoring calls. It doesn’t get in all the bending, twisting and tugging folds over to get out of the way your way! Receives and transmits you can dish out! Dual band, of your gut. MFJ-1812 is just on 2 Meter/440 MHz. Also re- 144/440 MHz coverage with BNC 6” retracted and 16” extended. ceives great signals at 1200 MHz. connector only. 6” long collapsed, High Q low loss construction, 1 MFJ-1719, BNC connector or 8 /2” extended for long range. Great super durability for years of use. MFJ-1719S, SMA connector. for on-the-go camping/hiking. Back-of-Radio 144/440 Base MFJ 2-Meter Pocket Roll-up HT Antenna Window Mount MFJ-1717PL, $24.95. Plug into MFJ-1730, $19.95. Roll MFJ-310, $14.95. This a 2 Meter/440 MHz mobile/base up this 1/2 wave 2-Meter HT Window Mount gets rig -- not a 10-element yagi but antenna and stick it in your your antenna outside where it’ll get you out in a hurry! Fold- pocket. Vacations, camp- it can radiate freely -- takes over, flexi-duck, PL-259. 2 dBi ing, etc. Get home station away auto shielding effect gain on 440 MHz, full-size 1/4 performance on-the-go! and gives increased signal wave 2 Meter. Hi-Q, low loss Hang in a tree, plug the BNC into your HT strength and reception. Use 1 construction. 16 /2”, hard safety and enjoy some great QSOs. It’s omni- 144/440 MHz HT with BNC tip. Watts PEP. MFJ-1717P, directional and has significant gain over a connector. 10 ft. mini RG-58 1 $24.95. Like MFJ-1717PL, but no /4 wave. Doesn’t need a cumbersome coax. Mount safely rolls up fold-over. Has straight PL-259. ground plane so it’s convenient for indoors. inside auto window. MFJ RapidBatteryTM Ni-Cd/Ni-MH Battery Chargers HT Antenna Extender MFJ-641, $49.95. RapidBatteryTM Charger cup and pop in your battery. Your MFJ MFJ-312, $9.95. Get your has both quick and trickle charging Charger is supplied with one charger antenna up in-the-air! Clip this and will charge Ni-Cad or Ni-MH slot, MFJ-641(I2) for BP-131/132; (I3) HT antenna extension cable on a batteries. Has charging status LED for BP-173/180; (Y2) for FNB- tree limb, outside your car win- indicators. Automatically switches 10/11/12/17/27; (Y3) for FNB-31/33; dow, just about anywhere! Gets from quick to trickle charge. (Y4) for FNB-40/41/V47/V49; (K) for better received and transmitted 1 1 3 /2x5 /2x3 inches. Interchangeable Kenwood PB and KNB battery types. signals! BNC connectors on 1 charging cups make charging sever- Additional charging cups are $9.95 both ends. 3 /2 feet of al makes of HTs possible. Simply change the each. Call for more details on adapters. tough mini coaxial line. 36 MFJ . . . 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MFJ Accessories for FT-817 and Other QRP rigs MFJ Walkabout Antenna Single Band Walkabouts Tiny 10 oz. Switching Power Supply 80 through 6 Meters 6/10/12/15/17/20/30/40/80 for Yaesu FT-817 and QRP Rigs. MFJ-1899T Work DX MFJ-1806T Highly effi- MFJ-4103 Miniature $ 95 walking $ 95 cient single Switching Power Supply 129 about! band can deliver up to 40 Watts Ship Code A This MFJ Ship29 Code A Walkabout (13.8 VDC at 2.89 Amps) Walkabout antennas for of reliable power any- MFJ-4103 antenna is designed for the FT- the FT-817 and other QRP rigs where in the world. Incredibly tiny -- $ 95 817 and other QRP rigs. 1 5 3 let you work exciting DX no 4 /8X 2 /8X1 /8” and weighs just 10oz., 39 Covers all bands 80 Meters matter where you are! including power cord, connector. Output Ship Code A through 6 Meters including Each 10 section telescoping DC cable with a standard coaxial DC power connector WARC Bands. whip is 51 inches fully extend- (2.1mm ID, 5.5mm OD). Fits MFJ, most rigs/accessories. Its ten section telescoping ed and collapses to 51/2 inches Sturdy adapter cable included for Yaesu radios. The whip is 52 inches fully extend- and screws into a base loading MFJ-4103 has excellent specs and out performs all other ed and is 7 inches when col- coil. Handles 25 Watts. Has switching power supplies made for the FT-817. Perfect lapsed. BNC connector. Use adapter for QRP rigs needing up to 2.89 Amps. The whip unscrews from the for SO-239. Works for input voltages 100-240 VAC and power 12 inch base loading coil. It is line frequencies 47-63 HZ. Use the MFJ-4103 almost ultra-compact for easy travel- MFJ-1806T, $29.95 (6M) anywhere in the world by plugging in an AC power cord ing. Handles 25 Watts. MFJ-1810T, $39.95 (10M) with an appropriate wall plug for that country (Not incl. You change bands by plug- MFJ-1812T, $39.95 (12M) Laptop computer AC cord recommended). ging the “wander lead” into the MFJ-1815T, $39.95 (15M) Overvoltage, overcurrent and overtemp protected. appropriate socket on the base MFJ-1817T, $39.95 (17M) Excellent 1% line and 5% load regulation and 1% peak coil. Fine tuning is done by MFJ-1820T, $39.95 (20M) to peak ripple/noise. Op temperature is 0-40o C. Mean adjusting the telescopic whip. MFJ-1830T, $39.95 (30M) time between failure is 100,000 hours at full load at 25o Has BNC connector. Use MFJ-1840T, $49.95 (40M) C ambient. Meets FCC part 15 class B, UL 1950 and adapter for SO-239. MFJ-1880T, $49.95 (80M) CSA 22.2. 2-Meter / 440 MHz “Back- PL-259-to-BNC right angle MFJ Miniature Travel Iambic Paddle of-Radio” Antenna MFJ-7703, $6.95. Sturdy, adapter MFJ-561, $19.95. MFJ-1717PL, $24.95. 3 3 3 for your FT-817 1 /4Wx1 /4Dx /4H inches. Foldover dual band flex- and multimode Full size feel for duck 161/2 inch antenna HF antennas like smooth, easy CW. with quality PL-259 con- MFJ-1899T. Re- Precision formed from inforced elbow nector. Hearty 2.15 dBi resilient phosphorous for less stress on bronze. Stainless steel gain on 440 MHz and full radio connector. base with rubber feet. 3 size 1/4 Wave on 2 Meters. foot cord, 3.5 mm plug. MFJ Pocket Repeater MFJ Radio Voice Mail Extend range of any radio 2 Meter, 440 MHz, Handhelds, Mobile, Base!! Two way radio voice mail MFJ-662 When you and lets you and your friends or $ 95 your buddy are out family leave and retrieve voice messages for each other. Ship79 Code A of radio range, the MFJ Simplex When in radio range, stay in Pocket RepeaterTM greatly MFJ-664 touch 24-hours-a-day no matter extends your range. You can have $ 95 where you are. Program custom access your own private, portable 129 codes and security codes so you can decide repeater within your neighborhood Ship Code A who uses your Radio voice mail. It’s your or when hunting, fishing, camp- own private, portable repeater. MFJ-664 can provide emer- ing, hiking, caravaning on-the-roadside. gency communications when repeaters are down. During a disaster, your MFJ-662 can provide emergency communica- Test your own signal quality by repeating your transmis- tions when repeaters are down. You can communicate way beyond the nor- sion thru another radio. Automatically repeat recorded mes- mal range of your handheld or mobile. sage continuously. Great for determining band openings, Works with virtually any radios in any mode or frequency in any ham foxhunting and public service announcements. band or business band. It’s Legal! As a simplex repeater, MFJ-662 with Non-volatile memory -- up to 2 full minutes of voice another radio digitally records audio from an out-of-range HT/Mobile, then messages. Keypad can be used for remote operation with 1 3 retransmits to other HT/Mobiles.Tiny, pocket -size 2 /4Wx3 /4Hx1D”. Morse code verification of functions. End-of-message beep Repeats up to 32 second messages. LED lights when recording. On/Off and output level control for clean audio. Use 9V battery or switch. 5 pin header for radio cable (connector included). Use 9 volt bat- 9-15 VDC or 110 VAC with MFJ-1312D, $14.95. 4Wx31/2 tery, 9-15 VDC or 110 VAC with optional MFJ-1312D, $14.95. Pre-wired Dx11/2H inches. Use any radio. With PTT or mic closure cables for most radios, $15.95. See cable column on page 34. sensing. Pre-wired cables for Yaesu. (See page 34).

TM 2-Meter CW Interface HT VHF SWR/Power Meters and Intermod Fighters MFJ-552, $79.95. MFJ-840, $19.95, MFJ-841, $39.95, MFJ-713, $59.95. HT radio MFJ’s JimHandyTM accurately checks Connects directly Intermod FighterTM. BNC for CW interface power output of between HT and hook-up to your HT. Rubber duck plugs into your 144/440 MHz your 2 Meter hand- antenna. Reads antenna sits on top of the MFJ- handheld and converts it into a 1 1 held into a 50 Ohm SWR and power 713. Use 9V battery. 2x2 /2x1 /2”. modulated CW transceiver -- dummy load. 5 W output to 5 Watts. MFJ-714, $59.95. SO-239. Use just plug in your key. 1 1 1 1 full scale. BNC. 2x2 /4x1 /2”. 2x2 /4x1 /2 inches. external 12 VDC for power. MFJ-550, $7.95 Straight key. www.mfjenterprises.com 37 QSTCatP38.qxd 10/16/2003 11:52 AM Page 1

MFJ VHF/UHF MAGNET MOUNT MOBILE ANTENNAS Magnet Mount Dual Band 144/440 MHz Mobile Power*GainTM Dual Band 144/440 MHz Mobile MFJ-1724B This MFJ-1724B is the world’s best selling MFJ-1729 MFJ’s Power*GainTM is ham radio’s most $ 95 dual band 2 Meter/440 MHz magnet mount $ 95 powerful dual band magnet mount mobile 16 mobile antenna! It’s perfect for your dual 34 antenna! Outstanding gain on 440 MHz and Ship Code A band mobile or HT. Free BNC handheld Ship Code A 2 Meters. Low SWR lets your rig deliver full adapter. MFJ’s powerful 31/2 inch magnet base holds power safely. Get a whopping 2.6 dB gain on 2 Meters your antenna firmly even at highway speeds. The base and 6.3 dB gain on 440 MHz. Perfect for dual band has a scratch resistant rubber guard to protect your car. mobiles or HTs. Free BNC adapter. Handles 300 Watts 1 The MFJ-1724B black stainless steel whip looks like an PEP. MFJ’s exclusive 27 /2 inch stainless steel SlimLine attractive cellular antenna. Only 19 inches tall, you can RadiatorTM minimizes wind vibration for less SWR flutter park in your garage without knocking is over. Low SWR giving you longer range and better readability. Inculdes across both bands keeps your transceiver safe from over- 15 feet of coax with PL 259 Connector, heavy duty mag- heating. Get excellent gain on 440 MHz band and 2 net mount. New! MFJ-1723, $34.95. Similar to MFJ- Meters. Handles 300 Watts PEP. 15 feet coax, PL-259. 1729, covers 220 MHz, 2.6dB gain. 22.5 inch radiator. MFJ 5/8 Wave 2/6 Meter Magnet Mount Mobile MFJ Glass Mount Dual Band 144/440 Mobiles MFJ-1728B MFJ’s 5/8 wave on 2 Meters give you A B A MFJ-1734 Glass mount dual band 144/440 $ 95 the maximum possible theoretical gain of Dual Bander MHz mobile. A 6 inch counterpoise 29 any single element mobile antenna, no mat- $ 95 mounted inside lowers SWR and Ship Code A ter how much others cost. On 6 Meters, the Ship39 Code A makes tuning easy. Free BNC hand- MFJ-1728B is a high performance full quarter wave B MFJ-1738 held adapter. Excellent gain on 440 antenna. It’s an excellent companion for your MFJ-9406, 2-Meters MHz and 2 Meters. Low SWR lets MFJ-9606 or other 6 Meter mobile or handheld trans- $ 95 your transceiver deliver full power ceiver. Give you great “magic band” signals usedmobile Ship29 Code A safely. MFJ’s Exclusive 26 inch stain- or as a base station antenna. It’s perfect for your mobile less steel radiator minimizes wind or HT. Free BNC handheld adapter. It’s rated at 300 vibration for less SWR flutter. Longer range and Watts PEP. It’s amplifier ready. Low SWR lets your better readability. Handles 50 Watts. 12 Ft. tough transceiver deliver full power safely. A heavey duty coaxial line, cleaning pad and mounting hardware. magnet mount holds your antenna tight at highway MFJ-1738, $29.95. Similar to MFJ-1734 but 2 speeds. You get 12 ft. of coax and a stainless steel radia- Meter mobile glass mount antenna. tor that’ll endure years of harsh mobile use. Easy to take MFJ-94, $4.95. Remount Kit for Glass Mounts. down with an allen wrench. Avoid factory tint placement. MFJ UltraLiteTM Magnet Mount Mobiles MFJ-922 VHF/UHF Antenna Tuner, handles 150 Watts MFJ-1721 Plop an MFJ UltraLiteTM mobile magnet mount 2-Meters antenna on your car, greatly extend your range and $1495 pull it off when you park your car. You eliminate the Ship Code A shielding of your car and MFJ’s full lenght radiator give you significant gain over your rubber duck. The MFJ-1722 Results? Talk to where you couldn’t Dual Bander before. Built rugged for mobile use. Each $ 95 1 18 has tiny but powerful 1 /8” diameter rare Ship Code A earth magnet & a thin 20” stainless steel whip. Whip easily bends and curves to fit any MFJ-922 This compact dual band VHF/UHF antenna tuner briefcase, travel bag, or glove box -- hides the has a single meter that reads SWR and power. No fact that you have an expensive mobile trans- $7995 zero adjustment needed. It covers VHF from 136 to ceiver in your car. 9 ft. of thin, fexible RG- Ship 175 MHz and UHF from 420 to 460 MHz. You can 174U coax with BNC connector easily snakes Code A read power up to 150 Watts in 2 ranges: 60 Watts or through a closed window or door. Lightweight 150 Watts. It’s a great antenna tuner for HTs, mobile cable makes it easy to use an HT. Free mobile rigs or amplifiers up to 150 Watts. Its super-compact size lets 1 1 adapter included. 50 Watts on 2 Meters, 25 W you take it anywhere -- measures a tiny 4x2 /2x1 /4 inches -- you on 440 MHz. SWR typically less than 1.5:1. can put it in your shirt pocket! Carry it with you in your car, Sleek black finish blends with any vehicle. camping trips, etc. Tuning tool included. MFJ-844 VHF/UHF SWR Mobile Power Meter MFJ-916 VHF/UHF Duplexer, handles 200 Watts MFJ-844 MFJ-844 cov- MFJ-916 This MFJ duplexer $ 95 ers 144 and 440 $ 95 lets you use a 2 Ship69 Code A MHz. Insertion 29 Meter/440 MHz antenna loss is 0.3 dB or Ship with separate 2 Meter lower with 50 Ohm imped- Code A and 440 MHz trans- ance. SO-239 connectors. ceivers without a built-in duplexer. Tiny size lets you put it just You can also use two dual band about anywhere in your oper- antennas with a dual band transceiver ating position. with only one RF output. 3.75Wx3Hx1.25D”. Heavy duty diecast enclosure Handles 200 Watts and houses low pass networks that sepa- measures SWR and Power in rate/combine 144/440 MHz signals. three power ranges: 15W, 60W, and 200W. A multi-colored white, Low loss SO-239 and PL-259 con- orange, and black meter makes for easy reading. nectors. Ports are 50 Ohms, unit han- Extra large, highly visible meter. Die-cast metal, quality con- dles 200 Watts PEP. nectors for years of use. 38 www.mfjenterprises.com QSTCatP39.qxd 10/16/2003 11:57 AM Page 1

MFJ RuffRiderTM High Gain Mobile Antennas TM TM Use MFJ’s RuffRider High Choose from several different E. RuffRider Triple Threat . any SO-239 Gain multi-banded mobile anten- length and gain antennas . . . 59 inches of stacked elements or NMO TM mount. na series is for serious mobile A. RuffRider Junior . MFJ-1436 with high-Q phasing 1 FREE NMO hams demanding the highest Premium, short 16 /2” antenna $ 95 coils give a whopping adapter! quality products at reasonable fits in any garage on 79 7.2 dB gain on 440 TM MFJ-1402 1 Ship Code D prices. RuffRiders feature any auto. /4 Wave on 2 MHz, 4.5 dB on 2 1 finest quality construction using $ 95 Meters, /2 Wave, 3 dB Meters and 2.15 dB on 6 Meters. precision machined components. Ship34 Code A gain on 440 MHz.100 Handles 150 Watts. RuffRidersTM battle the elements, Watts. No fold-over. F. NEW! Covers 220 MHz! TM TM handle rugged rides and day-to- B. RuffRider High Power . RuffRider Triple ThreatII . day highway abuse. They have a Just 40” long handles full 200 MFJ-1434 Slim 38 inches, similar PL-259 base mount for quick Watts. Great for high $ 95 to MFJ-1436, but 2.15 MFJ-1412 1 installation to your heavy duty power mobile amp. /2 79 dB on 2-Meters, 3.5 dB SO-239 magnet, trunk/hatch, $ 95 Wave, 3 dB gain on 2 Ship Code D on 220 MHz, and 6 dB 49 5 gutter or mirror mount. A free Ship Code C Meters, /8 Wave, 5.5 gain on 440 MHz. 100 Watts. NMO adapter is in-cluded for dB gain on 440 MHz. NEW! VHF/UHF & 10 Meters! use with an NMO mount. MFJ C. RuffRider High GainTM. RuffRider QuadBanderTM. 1 G. tri-magnet mount is recommend- 41 /2” long antenna gives extra 52”, 7.2 dB - 440 MHz, 4.5 ed for big antennas. gain with little height MFJ-1438 dB - 144 and 2.15 dB MFJ-1422 increase. Handles 150 W. on 6. Go HF with 10 $ 95 1 $ 95 /2 Wave, 3.2 dB gain on Meters! 150 Watts. TM 99 Each MFJ RuffRider 49 5 Ship Code C 8 Ship Code D mobile antenna comes with 2 Meters, / Wave, 5.7 New! Covers 40 MFJ’s unique 90 degree dB on 440 MHz. through 6, Plus 144/440 MHz! TM 1 H. “fold-over” feature -- lets you D. RuffRider Hyper Gain . 62 /2” Covers 40/20/15/10/6/2 Meters pull into your garage without brute gives a whopping 5 dB gain MFJ-1456 & 440 MHz! Use knocking your antenna over! 7 5 MFJ-1432 on /8 Wave 2 Meters, /8 $ 95 up to 4 coils at one MFJ’s heavy duty bases are Wave, 7.6 dB gain on 440 149 time. See page 41 extremely strong to handle $ 95 Ship Code D A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. super rugged rides and day- 69 MHz. Our highest gain ant- for more details. Shown on magnet mounts, not included. to-day highway abuse. Ship Code D enna. Handles 150 Watts. Tri-magnet mount recommended. MFJ super heavy duty RuffRiderTM mobile antenna mounts MFJ Trunk/Hatchback Lip Mount Deluxe Trunk/Hatchback Lip Mount Mirror/Luggage Pipe Mounts TM MFJ’s RuffRider This heavy-duty MFJ-348S MFJ-342 3/8 inch threaded Mounts feature extra- trunk/hatchback SO-239 $ 95 HF antenna pipe wide four inch lip and fold-over lip $ 95 /mirror mount fits Ship9 Code A large reinforcing tabs on mount has a wide Ship36 Code A MFJ’s HF mobile TM MFJ-345S MFJ-345T each side safely dis- 3.3 inch lip and MFJ-348T HamTennas or any 3/8” SO-239 3/8x24 tributes load over reinforcing tabs 3/8x24 style whips. Stainless steel 1 $ 95 $ 95 your vehicle’s lip. 2 on each side to $ 95 clamps can mount to /4 or 1 34 39 large set screws on safely distribute 42 /2” pipe. SO-239 connector Ship Code A each end locks your the antenna load. w/lock washer feeds coaxi- mount in place. A scratch proof rubber Convenient thumb/finger lay-over knob lets al line underneath 3/8 inch guard protects your vehicle’s finish. you lay down your antenna to clear garages connector. Secures large VHF/UHF and medium size and low over-hangs -- several position detents MFJ-344 is similar to MFJ- HF antennas. Adjustable angles. 10 ft. low in either direction. Scratch-proof foam guard 342, but is verti- MFJ-344 3 loss coax has PL-259 connector. Has Allen protects your vehicles finish. 17 feet of coaxi- cal mount for /8 $ 95 wrenches and weather protection caps. al line is terminated with PL-259 connector. inch antennas. Ship9 Code A MFJ 5” Magnet Mount with coax MFJ GoliathTM Triangle MFJ Mirror/Luggage Pipe Mount MFJ-335BS 5-inch MFJ RuffRiderTM Mounts on SO-239 super Triple Magnet Mount support rod of mirror, luggage MFJ-335BM strong 3 super-strong 5-Inch Magnets NMO rack or spare tire carrier of MFJ-335BS MFJ-335BT black your vehicle (up to 5/8 in. 3/8 inch magnet $ 95 diameter). Secures large 29 Each $ 95 mount Ship Code C VHF/UHF and medium size with 17 Ship19 Code A HF antennas. 2 axis of rota- feet of tion position your antenna to MFJ-335BM coaxial line terminated MFJ-340 any desired angle. Serrated SO-239 with PL-259 connector. swivel joint locks secure with $ 95 SO-239 (BS) or NMO huge 3/8” set screw. 34 (BM) or 3/8 inch (BT). Ship Code A MFJ-336S MFJ-336T Convenient thumb/finger turn MFJ-335BT All are jet-black in color. SO-239 3/8x24 knob. 10 foot coax with PL-259. MFJ-336M (picture TM MFJ 3” Magnet Mount with coax NMO shown) MFJ GumDrop 3/8x24 Mount 3-inch black magnet mount GumDropTM 3/8” MFJ-343 with 17 feetcoaxial line termi- antenna hard mount. 3/8x24 nated with PL-259 connector. MFJ GoliathTM Tri-Magnet Mount has Tough, durable plas- $ 95 SO-239(BS) or NMO (BM). three super strong 5-inch magnets bolt- tic, rubber seal pro- Ship9 Code A MFJ-333BS NMO-to-3/8x24 Adapter ed to 1/4 inch triangular mount. 17 tects vehicle finish. SO-239 Quality adapter lets you use feet coax. Caution: once on, it’s diffi- MFJ Hard Mount Coaxial Line MFJ-333BM an HF whip NMO MFJ-7707 cult to get it back off! MFJ-336S, SO- MFJ-341S/M Hard mount coax- $ 95 with an SO-239 or NMO ial line. $ 95 7 NMO style 239. MFJ-336M, NMO. MFJ-336T is $ 95 14 Ship Code A for 3/8” HamtennaTM whip antennas. SO-239(S) or Ship Code A mount. Ship19 Code A NMO (M). MFJ . . . The World Leader in Ham Radio Accessories! 39 QSTCatP40.qxd 10/16/2003 11:59 AM Page 1

MFJ 5/8 Wave Ground Plane For an incredible $24.95, you get a 300 Watt 5/8 Wave ground plane 2 Meter home station antenna. Other 5/8 wave ground planes can’t work any better -- no matter how much they cost . . . MFJ-1750 Look at all you get lowest possible SWR over entire 2 Meter PermanentMolecularBonding Tech- $ 95 at an incredible band. Plus, it bleeds off unwanted static. nologyTM. This super durable finish actual- TM Ship24 Code A $24.95! You get MFJ’s RapidTuneRadiator ly bonds itself to aluminum molecules -- it You get a 300 for quick accurate tuning. won’t come off unless metal comes off! Watt 5/8 wave ground You get a ceramic insulator for low RF You get MFJ’s famous No Matter plane base antenna for 2 loss. Result? Maximum radiated power is WhatTM one year limited warranty. Meters that gives you the achieved. Just $24.95 gets you the most incredi- 1 maximum possible calcu- Easy installation to any 1 to 1 /2 inch ble value in a 5/8 wave base station ground lated gain of any single element antenna. mast, (not included) with a single U-bolt plane. Remember, other 5/8 wave ground 5 Other /8 waves can’t work any better -- (included). planes can’t work any better. 5 no matter how much they cost. You get strong lightweight aluminum MFJ-1750, $24.95. 2 Meter /8 Wave. 5 You get shunt fed matching network for construction that’s protected by MFJ’s MFJ-1752, $24.95. 220 MHz /8 Wave. Dual Band 144/440 Ground Plane Improved 1/4 Wave Ground Plane MFJ-1754 MFJ’s dual band 144/440 ground MFJ-1740 For $19.95, you get an improved $ 95 plane antenna is small, lightweight and $ 95 300 Watt 1/4 Wave Ground Plane for 2 1 29 super easy to mount to any 1 to 1 /2 Ship19 Code A Meters that’ll bring up repeaters as Ship Code A inch mast, (not included) with a single well as or better than any 1/4 wave included U-bolt -- you’ll have it up and operating ground plane -- even if it costs twice as much. anywhere in just minutes. Great for backpacking. The improved MFJ 1/4 wave ground plane min- Mount it inside to get on-the-air quickly. You imizes feedline radiation for more useful radiated get extra long range on 440 MHz with a high gain halfwave over power, reduced TVI and noise pickup by the coax shield. quarter wave antenna and solid 1/4 wave performance on 2 Meters. You get MFJ’s Fast-Tune-RadiatorTM that makes tuning to your Ground plane is sloped to give low SWR across both bands favorite part of the band a snap. U-bolt and mounting hardware 1 and to minimize feedline radiation. This gives you more useful included. Easy to install on 1 /2” mast. Can be cut for 220 or 440 radiated power, reduced TVI and noise pickup by the coax shield. MHz. A cutting chart is included. Portable 3-element 2-Meter beam MFJ 7 element 144/440 MHz Yagi Check out MFJ’s portable 3 MFJ-1763 MFJ-1768 Get 7 elements on 440 MHz element beam for 2 Meters. $ 95 Unique design lets you set it up or 44 $ 95 and 4 elements on 2 Meters. Ship Code A 79 Exclusive dual band bal- take it down in seconds! Ship Code A TM Elements simply screw into the boom. It’s easy anced feed with FerriteChoke to store and sturdy enough to use as your base decoupling prevents pattern skewing-- gives station antenna. low SWR. 1/4 inch diameter driver elements The extra gain and directivity from this give wide bandwidth. National Bureau of Standards design is opti- beam could get you through when a vertical mized for maximum gain, high front-to-back, clean symmetrical pattern. Mounts vertically for FM/Packet or horizontally for SSB can’t. It’ll make the difference between “you’re 1 with single included U-bolt on 1 to 1 /2 inch mast or tower leg. breaking up . . .” and “Solid copy”. 1 Center mount it and use it vertically on FM or horizontally for Includes a 5 foot, 1 /8 inch diameter boom, antenna weighs in SSB. By rotating it you can minimize QRM. Unique design also at 2 pounds. Elements are electrically isolated from boom. lets you end mount it vertically or horizontally on the leg of a tower . . . great for Packet and PacketClusterTM. Stacked 2-Meter 5/8 Wave 3 MFJ’s stacked 5/8 wave radiators give Its compact 2 /4 foot boom gives you a calculated gain within 1 MFJ-1764 you more than twice the omni-directional $ 95 dB of a four element Yagi with a boom nearly twice as long. gain of a single 5/8 wave radiator! 49 Extra thick elements maintain high gain and directivity over Wide 10 MHz 2:1 SWR bandwidth . . . Ship Code A virtually the whole 2 Meter band. A ferrite choke balun gives you excellent ferrite choke balun feedline decoupling . . . excellent feedline decoupling. Coax coupling is further reduced by shunt choke for bleeding off unwanted static . . . strong mounting the SO-239 connector behind the reflector. TM lightweight aluminum. Has MFJ’s Permanent Molecular Bonding Technology . New Works as an excellent 6 Meter full half-wave cen- coating won’t come off unless the metal comes off. 1 3 1 terfed antenna. Great for MFJ’s 6 Meter radios! Mounts Weighs just 2 pounds. Boom is 30 /2x1 /4x1 /4 inches. Mounts vertically for FM/packet or horizontally for SSB. U-bolt easily to mast or tower leg with single included U-bolt. Mast not 1 (included) to any 1 to 1 /2 inch mast or tower leg. included. Super easy to put together in a hurry! MFJ-1766, $119.95. Gives you four times the gain of a single 5/8 Take the MFJ-1763 Two Meter portable Yagi with you wherev- wave. 2 MFJ-1764 antennas, phasing cables. Double gain on 6M. er you go and have the oomph and directivity of a beam. MFJ-1765, $34.95. Includes phasing cables for two MFJ-1764s. MFJ Discone Antenna receives 25-1300 MHz, transmits 50-1300 MHz MFJ Six Meter Antennas MFJ-1762, $79.95. MFJ-1868 Ultra single coax. Includes SO-239 connector, 6 Meter Yagi quadruples New!$ 95 wide-band 50 feet coax, stainless steel elements and your effective radiated 59 antenna mounting hardware. 1 Ship code B New! power over /2 wave receives 25- MFJ-1866 Same dipole. 6 foot boom, 3 elements, 2 pounds. 1300 MHz. Perfect for $ 95 as MFJ- Handles 300 Watts PEP SSB. Mounts vertically scanners. Transmit 50- 39 Ship code B 1868, or horizontally. Great front-to-back ratio. 1300 MHz. Handles 200 but MFJ-1756, $79.95. Omni-direc- Watts. Ideal for 6/2/11/4 transmits from 144 to tional low-angle vertical radiator Meters, 70/33/23 CM ham 1290 MHz. Coax and lets you work plenty of DX in all bands. Excellent for testing hardware is not directions even with low power. various transmitters on included. 55” strong aluminum radiator. 40 MFJ . . . The World Leader in Ham Radio Accessories! QSTCatP41.qxd 10/16/2003 12:03 PM Page 1

MFJ PulsarTM Base/Repeater Antenna Series MFJ’s PulsarTM Base/Repeater tall. Features 6.5 dB gain on 2 Meters MFJ-1536 - $119.95. Pulsar VHF Antenna series is built to last! Heavy and 9 dB gain on 440 MHz. Shipped in TriBanderTM. The Perfect Base/Repeater duty fiberglass radomes and overlapping two sections. SO-239 connector, handles Antenna for VHF work. Covers 2 shells add strength and stability. 200 W. Meters, 6 Meters, and 440 MHz. You Stainless steel hardware and waterproof MFJ-1522 - $79.95. Pulsar get 2 dB on 6 Meters, 6 dB gain on 2 joints elliminate moisture and pollution. Economy Priced Dual BanderTM Meters, and 8 dB gain on 440 MHz. Super high wind load resistance. Base/Repeater Antenna. Only 5.5 ft. Only 8.2 ft., shipped in two sections. MFJ-1526 - $139.95. Pulsar tall, but big on gain. Get 4.5 dB gain on SO-239 Connector. Handles 200W. ULTRA MightyGainTM. Dual Band 2 Meters and 7.2 dB gain on 440 MHz. NEW! 220 MHz! 144/440 MHz Base/Repeater Antenna. Great for antenna restricted households TM MFJ-1538 - $119.95. Pulsar VHF Our highest gain Pulsar antenna. and apartments. Easy to hide on . Great 8.3 dB on 2 Meters and 11.7 dB Balcony or backyard. Great Price! SO- Quad-BanderTM . Like MFJ-1536, but on 440 MHz. 17 ft., shipped in two sec- 239 Connector. Handles 200 W. covers 6M/144/220/440 MHz. tions. SO-239 Connector, handles 200W. MFJ-1516 - $99.95. Pulsar VHF MFJ-1532N - $99.95. Pulsar MFJ-1526N - $139.95. Same as Base StationTM. The ultimate 2 Meter VHF/UHF and 1.2 GHz TriBanderTM MFJ-1526, has “N” connector. Base/Repeater Station Antenna! Great Base /Repeater Antenna. VHF operation MFJ-1524 - $119.95. Pulsar Hyper 7.8 dB gain is perfect for dedicated plus exciting 1.2 GHz!! 4.5 dB gain on MightyGainTM. Dual Band 144/440 repeater or home use. 15ft. shipped in 2 Meters, 8.3 on 440 MHz, and a whop- MHz Base/Repeater Antenna. You get three sections. SO-239 Connector. ping 11.7 dB 1.2 GHz. 51/2 ft. Type high gain with little weight. Just 10 feet Handles 200 W. “N” connector. Handles 200 W. TM MFJ Multi-Band Mobile MFJ HF Mobile HamTenna Whips Covers 40 through 6, Plus 144/440! Your Choice: Each is of dependable service. MFJ-1675T - 75 Meters ruggedly It’s sleek, low profile construction has This new mobile MFJ-1456 antenna covers all of MFJ-1640T - 40 Meters constructed. low wind loading and its semi-rigid fiber- New! MFJ-1620T - 20 Meters A heavy glass eliminates the need for springs or guys. $14995 your favorite bands. MFJ-1617T - 17 Meters duty 4 Black anti-static jacket protects the load- Ship Code C Four loading coils MFJ-1615T - 15 Meters foot,3/8 inch ing coil and blends with any vehicle. Stain- cover 40/20/15/10/6/2 MFJ-1610T - 10 Meters diameter less steel whip is adjustable for lowest SWR. Meters and 440 MHz bands! You can MFJ-1606T - 6 Meters Includes allen wrench and complete tun- put up to 4 loading coils on the antenna $ 95 fiberglass 19 Each rod; a nearly ing and matching instructions. Handles 250 at one time. SO-239 connector quickly Ship Code B indestructi- Watts PEP. screws onto mirror, luggage or tri-mag- ble .125 inch diameter PH-17-7 These whips are about 7 feet tall fully net (recommended). MFJ-336T, $29.95. stainless steel whip and chrome plat- extended, and they collapse to about 4 feet GoliathTM Tri-Magnet mount built to ed brass fittings will give you years for easy storage. handle the MFJ-1456. 3 super strong 5- Simply screws into any 3/8x24 female inch magnets are bolted to a solid 1/4 mount for quick band-changing. inch triangular base -- won’t come off. HF mini-Bugcatcher MFJ Controller lets you use ANY rig with the MFJ-1624 Become an “HF Mobileer” Yaesu ATAS Series Screwdriver Antenna.... $ 95 almost instantly with almost no MFJ-1925/I2 antenna for low SWR. When the lowest 79 effort! Have tons of fun rag-chew- $ 95 SWR is found, simply release the tune Ship Code C ing and DXing on the HF bands. 59 switch on the MFJ controller. Now Turn boring drives into fun-filled Ship Code A you’re ready to operate. SWR is moni- ham adventures. The ham tored by the meter on the 706. It only takes minutes to attach a world has MFJ-1925 I2 is simple to install. No trunk lip mount (MFJ-345T, found the modification to the radio or antenna is $39.95), mirror or luggage mount perfect necessary. SO-239 connectors for radio (MFJ-342, $9.95) or tri-magnet HF/VHF and antenna connections. MFJ-1925 I2 mount (MFJ-336T, $29.95). antenna for has connection for 13.6 VDC power and Screw in your MFJ-1624 mini mobile/ 4-pin connector for the 706 antenna port. bugcatcher HF mobile antenna. portable operation....the Yaesu ATAS Order MFJ-1925 I2 for Icom 706, Throw your rig into your car, Screwdriver Antenna.... MFJ-1925 for other transceivers. plug it in the cigarette lighter and But, you can’t use the antenna unless turn the power down to 20 Watts you have the MFJ-1925/MFJ-1925 I2 or so (to avoid overloading your antenna controller. MFJ made it possible New! MFJ Digital cigarette lighter; handles 300 for the popular Yaesu ATAS series anten- Screwdriver Controller Watts PEP). na to be used with other radios such as Operate HF mobile and enjoy the IC-706, TS-50 and others. MFJ-1922 DXing! The MFJ is installed in-line between $7995 Bugcatcher design uses large the antenna and rig. Provides the neces- Ship Code A highly-efficient air-wound inductor sary voltage to move antena up or down --it will far out perform other when controller is pressed accordingly. Tells you exactly compact HF mobile antennas. MFJ-1925 I2 is specially designed for where your antenna Exclusive built-in inductive the Icom IC-706. It’s a perfect match for is positioned! Re-tune exactly - matching network keeps SWR low. the 706 and the Yaesu screwdriver anten- - fast, no more guessing. Super bright 5/8” 1 1 5 /2 foot whip collapses to 2 /2 feet na. It has a special 706 controller cable high-intensity 4-digit LED display and pre- for easy storage and garages. Base with 4-pin connector that mates with the cision micro-controller gives digital count loaded for minimum wind load 706 controller port. range -999 to +999. On/off/reset switch When the up/down switch is pressed 1 and stress. Change bands by mov- for easy calibration. Compact 4Wx1 /2H ing “wander lead”. 3/8 by 24 inch on the controller, the 706 automatically x2D inches. Much more! Use 13.8VDC. mount. transmits in low power and turns the www.mfjenterprises.com 41 QSTCatP42.qxd 10/16/2003 12:09 PM Page 1

HF Portable/Mobile Manual Screwdriver Antennas MFJ's new Manually Tuned Screwdriver Antennas lets you operate all bands between 80 and 6 Meters continuously including all WARC bands and the new 60 Meter bands (depends on model). It far outperforms other HF compact antennas. MFJ's new Manually Tuned Screwdriver Portable Manual Screwdriver Antennas Mobile Manual Screwdriver Antennas Antennas let you operate all bands 80-6 The MFJ-1661 (40-2 Meters) and the The MFJ-1662 (40-2 Meters) and the Meters continuously including all WARC MFJ-1664 (80-6 Meters) are termed MFJ-1668 (80-6 Meters) are termed Mobile bands and the new 60 Meter bands Portable Antennas because they cover their Antennas because they cover their respec- (depends on model). It far outperforms respective frequency ranges with the long tive frequency ranges with the short 4½ other HF compact antennas. 10 foot (19 inches collapsed) telescoping foot (23 inches collapsed) mobile telescop- An extra long 10 foot (19” collapsed) whip for fixed operation. They are smaller ing stainless steel whip. A 10 foot tele- telescoping whip lets you really get out and and lighter than the mobile versions. scoping whip (19 inches collapsed) is work rare DX! A 4½ foot (23” collapsed) A short 4½ foot (23 inches collapsed) included for fixed mobile operation only. It telescoping stainless steel whip is included telescoping whip is included for limited vastly increases efficiency when you are for mobile and limited space operation. space or mobile operation. stopped at a hotel or rest stop, etc. It has a highly efficient loading inductor. For highest Q, the coil is wound with MFJ-1661 Covers 40-2 MFJ-1662 heavy gauge wire with wide spaced turns $ 95 Meters with 10 foot $ 95 Covers whip. Covers 6-20 129 on a core that is mostly air. 119Ship Code C Ship Code C 40-2 A tuning sleeve electrically removes Meters with 4 ½ foot Meters turns to eliminate detrimental self-reso- whip. 12 inches long by 2 inches in with 4½ foot mobile or 10 nance effects that "wander leads" cause. diameter. Weighs one pound. foot fixed operation tele- The tuning sleeve is on the low impedance scoping whip. side of the coil to minimize power robbing Continuously adjustable stray capacitance and detuning hand capac- loading coil is 15 inches itance effects. Tuning is smooth, easy and long by 2 inches in diame- sure -- the frequency stays put after you ter and weighs 1.3 pounds. tune it. There is no tedious back and forth Portable trial and error tuning procedure. It's extremely rugged -- the whole coil Versions Mobile assembly is one unit and does not move. A separate movable sleeve adjusts frequency. Versions A nylon-tipped thumb-screw locks sleeve. A wing nut lets you connect a matching New! Covers 80-6 MFJ-1668 capacitor or inductor for 1:1 SWR. Covers 80-6 MFJ-1664 Meters with 4½ $ 95 Meters with 10 Standard 3/8x24 mounting hardware $ 95 foot mobile or 10 159Ship Code C is used for both the loading coil and both foot whip. Covers 149 foot fixed operation whips. Use any standard 3/8x24 mount. 6-40 Meters 4½ Ship Code C telescoping whip. Continuously Works great in or out doors. Handles foot whip. 24 adjustable loading coil is 36 inches 200Watts PEP. Add coax, connect ground/ inches long by 2 inches in diameter. long by 2 inches in diameter and counterpoise and you're ready to operate. Weighs just 1.8 pounds. weighs 2.6 pounds. Long 12/10/4.5 ft. MFJ Portable HF mini-Bugcatcher Telescoping Whips Antenna Tripod Become an “HF Mobileer” New! All have standard 3/8 MFJ-1624 almost instantly with almost no inch by 24 threaded stud for use with $ 95 effort! Have tons of fun rag- all standard mounts. Steel Construction 79 chewing and DXing on the HF MFJ-1956, $29.95. 12 feet fully extends 6 feet! Ship Code C bands. Boring drives become extended, 22.5 inches collapsed. ham adventures. MFJ-1954, $19.95 is 10 feet MFJ-1918 Holds 66 Only takes minutes to attach a trunk lip fully extended, 19 inches collapsed. $ 95 pounds of anten- mount (MFJ-345T, $39.95), mirror or lug- 39 na steady. 12 and 10 Foot whips are durable Ship Code C gage mount (MFJ-342, $9.95) or tri-magnet 1/2 inch diameter plated brass. Black steel mount (MFJ-336T, $29.95). Telescopes for full 1/4 wave opera- base forms strong Screw in your MFJ-1624 mini bugcatch- tion 2 to 12/15 Meters. braced equilateral er HF mobile antenna. Cover 17, 20, 30, 40, 60, 80, triangle 40 inches on a side. Throw your rig into your car, plug it in 160 Meters with loading coil. Use Non- skid feet. the cigarette lighter and turn the power two for multi-band dipoles. One inch diameter steel mast down to 20 Watts or so (to avoid overload- Replace screwdriver antenna extends height to six feet. ing your cigarette lighter; MFJ-1624 han- whip for highly efficient fixed Strong base and mast dles 300 Watts PEP). mobile operation. locks. Operate HF mobile and enjoy MFJ-1952, $14.95. 4.5 feet Easily add antenna DXing! This bugcatcher design uses extended stainless steel whip. mount or mast extension large highly-efficient air-wound induc- 22 inches collapsed. Super for greater heights. tor -- far out performs other compact durable, can be used for Collapses to 38 inch- HF antennas. es by 4 inch diameter. mobile or base operation. 3 Exclusive built-in inductive match- 4 1 6 / pounds. ing network keeps SWR low. 5 /2 foot 1 12Feet 10 Feet 4.5 Feet whip collapses to 2 /2 feet for easy stor- MFJ-1956 MFJ-1954 MFJ-1952 age and garages. Base loaded for mini- $2995 $1995 $ 95 New! mum wind load and stress. Change Ship Code A Ship Code A Ship1 Code4 A bands by moving “wander lead”. 3/8 by 24 inch mount. 42 www.mfjenterprises.com QSTCatP43.qxd 10/16/2003 12:12 PM Page 1

33 Foot Telescoping Fiberglass Mast Collapses to 3.8 feet . . . Weighs 3.3 lbs. MFJ-1910 Just pull out each section and twist MFJ All-Band G5RV Antenna MFJ All Band Doublet $ 95 to lock. It extends to a whopping 33 Covers 160-10 Meters with 102 ft. all Ship79 Code D feet - - a full quarter wave on 40 antenna tuner. 102 feet long. band dou- Meters! It collapses to just 3.8 feet and Super strong custom fiber- blet cov- weighs a light 3.3 pounds for true portability. glass center insu- ers 160-6 New! 3 MFJ-1778 MFJ-1777 Bottom section is large 1 /4-inch diameter. Super $ 95 lator provides Meters $4995 strong fiberglass flexes to resist breaking. Black 39 stress relief for with bal- Ship Code A resists UV. Ship Code A 450 Ohm ladder anced Great for portable, temporary use and semi-per- line. Use horizontally, as line tuner. Super strong manent use - - traveling, camping, from hotels, inverted vee or sloper. Use custom fiberglass center hamfests, field day, DX-peditions. on 160 Meters as Marconi with tuner and ground. insulator provides stress Put up a full size inverted Vee, dipole or vertical Handles full 1500 Watts. Add coax, some rope and relief for ladder line (100 antenna in minutes and get full size performance. you’re on-the-air! ft. included). Authentic Use to construct other types of antennas like MFJ-1778M, $34.95. Half-size 52 ft. G5RV glazed ceramic end insu- loops, quads, rotatable dipoles even beams. Junior covers 40-10 M with tuner. 1.5kW. lators. Handles 1.5 kW. MFJ Single Band Dipole Antennas Select MFJ wire for your antenna projects A. Best for dipole, j-pole and for most low power uses. MFJ-18T050, 50 Ft., $12.95. B. MFJ-18T100, 75 Ft., $24.95. C. MFJ-18T250, 250 Ft., $59.95. New! D. C. Coax line with PL-259. Molded weather resistant PL-259 on one end, E. MFJ-1779A MFJ-1779B MFJ-1779C open end on other. 50’ RG-8X coax. $ 95 $ 95 $ 95 A. 450 Ohm twin lead. Two 18 gauge MFJ-5850, $17.95. 59 39 29 solid copper covered steel. Insulated 265 ft., 160M 135 ft.,80-40M 35 ft., 20-6M D. Copper Antenna wire. 14 gauge Ship Code A Ship Code A Ship Code A and spaced by heavy duty black poly- 7-strand copper wire. Flexible, great Ultra high quality center fed dipoles will give you ethylene. Uniform spacing between for dipole/antenna support. conductors insures proper balance, ideal MFJ-18G100, 100 Ft., $11.95. trouble-free operation for years. Custom injection- for balance line and dipole projects. molded UV-resistant center insulator has built-in coax MFJ-18G250, 250 Ft., $27.95. MFJ-18H050, 50 Ft., $8.95. E. 3/32 Dacron Wire Rope. Fine cop- connector and hanging hole. Heavy duty 7-strand, 14- MFJ-18H100, 100 Ft., $14.95. gauge hard copper antenna wire. Extremely strong sol- per wire is webbed into Dacron rope. MFJ-18H250, 250 Ft., $34.95. Makes it extreme flexible yet it is super derless crimped construction. Authentic glazed ceramic B. 300 Ohm TV twin-lead. Two 18 end insulators. Use as horizontal or sloping dipole or strong and light. Ideal for wire and gauge stranded copper wire. Insulated dipole antennas. inverted vee. Handles full 1500 Watts. Simply cut to and spaced by black polyethylene. length for your favorite frequency with cutting chart. MFJ-18D120, 120 Ft., $29.95. MFJ-918 MFJ-915 MFJ-918 MFJ-16C01 MFJ-16C06 Current Balun $ 95 $ 95 True 1:1 Current New! $ 95 29 24 Ship Code A Ship Code A Balun/ Center Ins- 69c each 3 ulator forces equal Single Insulator 6-Pack Insulators MFJ-915 RF Isolator antenna currents in dipoles for Ship Code A Ship Code A MFJ-915 RF Isolator prevents superior performance. Reduces unwanted RF from traveling on the coax feedline radiation and outside of your coax shield into field pattern distortion -- your your transceiver. This unwanted stray RF signal goes where you want it. Reduces MFJ Glazed Ceramic Insulator can cause painful RF “bites” when you TVI, RFI and RF hot spots in your shack. Authentic glazed ceramic antenna touch your microphone or volume con- Don’t build a dipole without one! 50 hi- insulator. Extra-strong -- will not break trol, cause your display or settings to go permeability ferrite beads on high quality with long antennas and will not arc over crazy, lock up your transceiver or turn off RG-303 Teflon(R) coax and Teflon(R) coax or melt even under full legal power. your power supply. In mobile installa- connector handles full 1.5kW 1.8-30 MHz. Molded ridges give extra-long high tions, stray RF could cause your car to do Stainless steel hardware with direct 14 voltage path to prevent high-voltage funny things even blow your car comput- gauge stranded copper wire connection to breakdown. Smooth wire holes prevent True 4:1 Current Balun/Center Insulators, Balun/Unun The MFJ-913/MFJ-919 are true current baluns/antenna MFJ-911 is a true 4:1 center insulators that transforms 200 ohms to 50 ohms. current balun/unun that New! Transmission Line Transformer construction using transforms 200 ohm bal- MFJ-911 MFJ-913 $ 95 $ 95 100 ohm characteristic impedance transmission anced and unbalanced 39 29 line gives flat 160-10 Meter response. Large low loads to 50 ohms. The Ship Code A New! Ship Code A permeability ferrite cores easily handle full power. response is amazingly flat MFJ-919 SO-239, stainless steel hardware with direct 14 from 160-10 M because it is a true $5995 gauge stranded copper wire connection to antenna. Transmission Line Transformer using Ship Code A Heavy duty weather housing. 100 ohm characteristic impedance transmission line. 1 MFJ-913, $29.95. Handles 300 Watts. 4 /4”Hx2” diameter. Two low permeability ferrite cores are used to easily MFJ-919, $59.95. Handles 1500 Watts. Sturdy, cube handle 300 watts. Change balanced to unbalanced 1 1 1 1 3 shaped housing measures 3 /2Wx3 /2Hx2 /2D inches. operation with handy ground post.2 /2Wx4 /4Hx1D”. MFJ . . . The World Leader in Ham Radio Accessories! 43 QSTCatP44.qxd 10/16/2003 12:16 PM Page 1

MFJ Antennas for Restricted Areas MFJ’s Super High-Q LoopTM Antennas MFJ Apartment Antenna MFJ’s ly tune to your exact frequency. Covers 40 thru 2 Meters . . . Mounts outdoor to tiny 36 All welded construction, no mechani- windows, balconies, railings . . . works great inch cal joints, welded butterfly capacitor indoors mounted to desks, tables, bookshelves diameter with no rotating contacts, large 1.050 MFJ-1622 loop inch diameter round radiator -- not a MFJ-1622 MFJ-1786 $ 95 Apartment $37995 antenna lossy thin flat-strip -- gives you highest 99 Antenna lets Ship Code F lets you possible efficiency. Ship Code C you operate 40 operate Each plate in MFJ’s tuning capacitor through 10 10 is welded for low loss and polished to Meters on HF through prevent high voltage arcing, welded to and 6/2 Meters 30 MHz the radiator, has nylon bearing, anti- on VHF with a continu- backlash mechanism, limit switches, single antenna! ously -- continuous no-step DC motor -- gives Its universal including the WARC bands! smooth precision tuning. mount/clamp Ideal for limited space -- apart- Heavy duty thick ABS plastic hous- lets you easily ments, small lots, motor homes, attics, or ing has ultraviolet inhibitor protection. attach it to window frames, balconies and railings. mobile homes. Enjoy both DX and local MFJ-1788, $429.95. Same as MFJ- It also works great indoors mounted to a desk, contacts mounted vertically. Get both 1786 but covers 40 - 15 Meters continu- table or bookshelf. It’s not a 5-element yagi, but low angle radiation for excellent DX and ous. Includes super remote control. you’ll work your share of exciting DX! high angle radiation for local, close-in MFJ-1782, $339.95. Like Highly efficient air wound “bug catcher” load- 1 contacts. Handles 150 watts. MFJ-1786 but fast, slow tune ing coil and telescoping 5 /2 foot radiator lets you 1 Super easy-to-use! Only MFJ’s button control. really get out! Radiator collapses to 2 /2 feet for super remote control has Auto Band MFJ-1780, $249.95. This TM easy storage and carrying. Selection . It auto tunes to desired Box Fan Portable Loop is about It includes coax RF choke balun, coax feed band, then beeps to let you know. No the same size (2x2 foot) as a line, counterpoise wire and safety rope. control cable is needed. Fast/slow tune box fan, complete with handle. The operating frequency is adjusted by moving buttons and built-in two range Cross- Covers 14-30 MHz. Remote the “wander lead” on the coil and adjusting the Needle SWR/Wattmeter lets you quick- Control box has fast/slow tunes. counterpoise for best SWR. MFJ Vertical Portable Antenna Base 10-40 Meter Portable Antenna MFJ-1621 MFJ-1621 lets for Antenna $ 95 you operate in most Shown with 89 any electrically free Restricted Areas MFJ-1904 Ship Code A multi-band area -- apartment, 40, 20, 15, 10 Meters, $ 95 Hy-Gain campsite, hotel, the beach, etc. DXCC, WAZ, WAC, WAS Automatic BandSwitching Ship99 Code D antenna and Perfect for permanent or portable mount, have been won with MFJ-1621! Work 40, 30, 20, 17, 15, 12 and 10 operation in antenna restricted areas. (not included). MFJ-1795 Meters with a telescopic whip that extends to 54 inches. Mounted on $ 95 a sturdy 6x3x6 inch cabinet. 149Ship Code D Built-in antenna tuner, field Hide behind trees, strength meter, fences, buildings, and 50 feet of in bushes -- only 7 RG-58 coax to 10 feet tall cable. (adjustable). Handles Low angle of 200 Watts. radiation for Two handles make carrying and removing DXing, omni- the base fast and easy. directional, handles You can also attach radials for improved 1500 watts PEP. The MFJ Ground-Coupled Portable Antenna BaseTM gives you a stable way to performance. Highly efficient Stainless steel construction means you’ll end-loading. mount your vertical antenna and provides an effective ground by just plopping down the get trouble-free service for years. Entire length radi- The base is anchored into the ground by ates. Low SWR. base and standing on it to push the legs firm- ly into the ground. It’ll support many multi- stepping on each corner and forcing each leg Ground mounts into the ground. Each stainless steel leg is with suitable band verticals. It’s perfect for traveling or for semi-per- designed to keep the base from tilting. ground such as The base can support a lightweight multi- MFJ-1904 Ground- manent summer/winter homes. You can eas- ily set it up and take down your vertical band vertical antenna -- like the all band Hy- Coupled Antenna Gain 18AVS and the bandswitching MFJ- Base, radials or antenna for stealth operation if you live in an antenna-restricted area. 1795 -- and provide a semi-permanent instal- ground rods. Roof lation. You can even hide the base by cover- mount with radials. The MFJ-1904 Ground-Coupled Portable TM ing it with dirt. MFJ-1904 P95, $219.00. MFJ-1904 Antenna Base is a 2x2 foot stainless steel square with reinforcing bends that greatly Built-in antenna mount with SO-239 coax with MFJ-1795 Combination. Saves connector and two U-bolts lets you mount $30.90! strengthens it. There is a folded and tapered six-inch stainless steel leg on each corner. most standard and homebrew vertical antennas. MFJ-1904HG-18, $174.90. MFJ- Standard 3/8-inch x 24 mobile antenna 1904 with Hy-gain AV-18VS. Saves $15! Two antenna mounts let you use a variety of vertical antennas. mount built-in for MFJ Mobile Whips, bug See page 56. catchers, Hustlers and screwdriver antennas. 44 MFJ . . . The World Leader in Ham Radio Accessories! QSTCatP45.qxd 10/16/2003 12:18 PM Page 1

10 Bands -- One MFJ Antenna! Full size performance . . . No ground system or radials Operate 10 bands: 75/80, 40, 30, 20, 17, 15, 12, 10, 6 and 2 Meters with one antenna Separate full size radiators . . . End loading . . . Elevated top feed . . . Low Radiation Angle . . . Very wide bandwidth . . . Highest performance no ground vertical ever . . . thing beyond it. In phase antenna current flows in Operate 10 bands -- 75/80, 40, 30, 20, 17, 15, all parallel radiators. 12, 10, 6 and 2 Meters with this MFJ-1798 vertical This forms a very large equivalent radiator and antenna and get full size performance with no gives you incredible bandwidths. ground or radials! Radiator stubs provide automatic bandswitch- Full size performance gives high efficiency for ing -- absolutely no loss due to loading coils or more power radiated. Results? Stronger signals traps. and more Q-5 QSOs. End Loading Full size performance also gives you exception- On 30, 40, 75/80 Meters, end loading -- the ally wide bandwidths so you can use more of your most efficient form of loading -- gives you highly hard earned frequencies. efficient performance, excellent bandwidth, low Full size performance is achieved using separate angle radiation and automatic bandswitching. full size radiators for 2-20 Meters and highly effi- MFJ’s unique Frequency Adaptive L- cient end loading for 30, 40, 75/80 Meters. NetworkTM provides automatic impedance match- Handles full 1500 watts PEP ing for lowest SWR on these low bands. Get very low radiation angle for exciting DX, Tuning to your favorite part of these bands is automatic bandswitching, omni-directional cover- simple and is done at the bottom of the antenna. age, low SWR. Handles 1500 Watts PEP SSB. MFJ’s unique Elevated Top FeedTM elevates the No Ground or Radials Needed feedpoint all the way to the top of the antenna. It You don’t need a ground or radials because an puts the maximum radiation point high up in the effective counterpoise that’s 12 feet across gives clear where it does the most good -- your signal you excellent ground isolation. gets out even if you’re ground mounted. You can mount it from ground level to roof top It’s easy to tune because adjusting one band has and get awesome performance. minimum effect on the resonant frequencies of The feedline is decoupled and isolated from the other bands. antenna with MFJ’s exclusive AirCoreTM high Self-supporting and just 20 feet tall, the MFJ- power current balun. It’s wound with TeflonR 1798 mounts easily from ground level to tower top coax and can’t saturate, no matter how high your -- small lots, backyards, apartments, condos, roofs, power. tower mounts. Built to Last Incredibly strong solid fiberglass rod and large Separate Full Size Radiators diameter 6063 T-6 aircraft strength aluminum tubing is in Separate full size quarter wave radiators are used on 20, MFJ-1798 $ 95 the main structure. 17, 15, 12, 10 and 2 Meters. On 6 Meters, the 17 Meter 289 Efficient high-Q coils are wound on tough low loss radiator becomes a 3/4 wave radiator. Ship Code F fiberglass forms using highly weather resistant TeflonR cov- The active radiator works as a stub to decouple every- ered wire. 1/2-wwave, 6-BBand No-rradials Vertical Verticals for 80/40/20 Meters 80/40 Meter Vertical 12 feet tall, Mounts Anywhere, 40 to 6 Meters MFJ- MFJ-1792 Only 12 feet high with a tiny 24 inch footprint! Mount any- 1792 is a 95 high-per- $169. where -- ground level to tower top -- apartments, small lots, Ship Code F trailers. formance Perfect for vacations, field day, DXpeditions, camping. 80/40 Meter vertical. Full size Efficient end-loading, no lossy traps. Entire length always quarter wave radiator for 40 radiating. Meters -- that’s 33 feet of radiat- Full size halfwave on 2/6 Meters. ing power. High power air-wound choke balun eliminates feedline radi- End loading, unique built-in ation. L-network for lowest SWR, low- Adjusting one band has minimum effect on others. For 40- loss fiberglass form, high 20-15, 10, 6, 2 Meters. strength 6061-T6 aluminum tub- Automatic bandswitching, low radiation angle, omni-direc- ing, handles 1500 watts PEP. tional, handles 1500 watts PEP. Requires guying and radials, Goes together in an afternoon. counterpoise, or ground screen. In November 1994 QST magazine, Top of the DXCC Honor 80/40/20 Meter Vertical Roll member and Top 10 contester James D. Cain, K1TN, wrote “This antenna turned out to be a good performer on all MFJ-1793, $189.95, like bands...a $200 ground-independent vertical that MFJ-1792 but has full size 20 MFJ-1796 1 will get you on segments of four HF bands when Meter /4 wave radiator also. $20995 there’s room for nothing else except a small trans- Ship Code F mitting loop antenna.”

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Even fussy solid state voltage and plate current to you can conveniently plug it warn of abnormal conditions. into your nearest 120 VAC out- Exclusive Adapt-A-VoltTM power let -- no special wiring needed. 800 Watts . . . $799! transformer You get three tough 811A Ameritron gives requires special 811A Too high of line voltage transmitting tubes, extra heavy you four 811A tubes, tubes to retard sagging stresses components and causes duty power supply, all HF band and 800 Watts for and shorting. them to wear out and fail. Too coverage, pressurized ventilation, the same price as Quiet, powerful low line voltage causes a “soft tuned input, dual illuminated their 3 tube 600W computer grade unit . . . Why settle blower draws in tube” effect -- low output and meters, adjustable ALC and much signal distortion. more for an incredible $649! for less power and plenty of cool air. it pay more? pressurizes the cabi- Ameritron’s exclusive The First 600 Watts TM Only Ameritron’s net and efficiently Adapt-A-Volt power trans- makes the difference AL-811H gives you cools your 811A tubes. former has a special buck-boost The AL-811 gives you 600 four fully neutralized 811A Our air flow is so quiet, winding that lets you compen- Watts PEP output -- that’s near- transmitting tubes. You get absolute you’ll hardly know it’s there -- unlike sate for stressful high line volt- ly 2 full S-units over your bare- stability and superb performance on noisy, oversized blowers. age and performance robbing foot rig. That could mean the higher bands that can’t be matched by Efficient, full size heavy duty low line voltage. Your compo- difference between hearing, un-neutralized tubes. tank coils, computer grade capacitors, Ameritron mounts the 811A heavy duty silicon power transformer, nents last longer and gives you “You’re Q-5 armchair copy” peak performance -- regardless and “Sorry, can’t copy you, too tubes vertically -- not horizontally -- slug tuned input coils, operate/stand- to prevent hot tube elements from by switch, transmit LED, ALC, dual of your line voltage. much QRM.” sagging and shorting out. Potentially meters, QSK compatibility with Plus much, much more . . . Now you won’t have to damaging horizontal tube mounting Ameritron’s QSK-5 plus more! An Operate/Standby switch stand aside while the big guns lets you run barefoot, but you steal your DX. You’ll log some rigs can deliver their full drive can in-stantly switch to full of those stations first. causes a sudden, severe current to the AL-811. power if needed. A transmit All band, all mode Coverage overload. Low loss slug tuned coils -- LED tells you when your rig is AL-811 covers all HF The Ameritron AL-811 is tunable from the rear panel -- keying your AL-811. A 12 bands. No compromise on excellent for the newcomer let you optimize performance. VDC keying relay makes it WARC and most MARS bands because it’s tough enough to High quality low drift silver compatible with all solid state -- you get a 100% rated output. withstand momentary mistun- mica capacitors maintain proper and tube rigs. Operate AL-811 on all ing. And the tubes are so inex- tuning. Back-pulse cancelling diode modes. Get 600 Watts output pensive that you can replace Output tank: protects the rig keying circuit. PEP SSB and 500 Watts output one for mere pocket change. Optimum Q on each band Shielded RF compartment. CW. You even get 300 Watts Extra heavy duty power supply The low loss pi-network One year limited warranty. on continuous carrier modes gives you peak performance 3 output tank has been carefully Compact 16Dx13 /4Wx8 H”. like RTTY, SSTV, and FM. year after year designed for optimum Q on 30 lbs. UPS shippable, has The low cost 811A tubes The heart of the AL-811 each band and built with top transformer installed and wired resists failure because . . . power supply is its heavy duty quality RF components. for 120 VAC. Draws 8 amps at First, they’re constructed with power transformer with a high The result is peak perform- 120 VAC. Export model is AL- widely spaced elements that silicon steel core weighing a ance over each band, wide 811X wired for 240 VAC. minimize the chance of ele- hefty 17 pounds. impedance matching range and AMERITRON ments touching and causing a A full wave bridge using exceptionally smooth tuning 116 Willow Road, Starkville, MS 39759 short -- even if the plate gets 67.5 mfd of total capacitance with efficiencies close to 70%. Tech: 662-323-8211•Fax: 662-323-6551 hot enough to melt. (four 270 ufd, 450 volt capaci- www.ameritron.com AMERITRON...the world’s high power leader! 47 QSTCatP48.qxd 10/16/2003 12:27 PM Page 1

AMERITRON Doubles Average SSB Power AL-80B kilowatt output desktop linear can double your average SSB power output with high-level RF processing...runs cooler because its 3-500 tube completely turns off between words Ameritron’s AL-80B AL-80B exceptionally smooth tuning, extremely kilowatt output desktop $ wide matching range, full band coverage, linear can double your 1349 and peak performance at all power lev- average SSB power out- Suggested els. put with high-level RF Retail Step-Start Inrush ProtectionTM stops processing using damaging inrush current with a start up Ameritron’s exclusive Dynamic ALCTM. sequence that’s easy on your tube and You get cooler operation because the power supply components. AL-80B’s exclusive Instantaneous RF Our exclusive Multi-Voltage Power BiasTM completely turns off the classic 3- TransformerTM lets you optimize for 14 500 tube between words. It saves hun- different primary line voltages. The high dreds of watts wasted as heat. voltage secondary can be wired to reduce You get a full kilowatt PEP output plate voltage for efficient operation below from a whisper quiet desktop linear. It’s 400 watts for use outside the USA. 1 1 a compact 8 /2Hx14Dx15 /2 inches and AMERITRON’s dual illuminated plugs into your nearest 120 VAC outlet. cross-needle meters give you four sepa- Covers all bands 160-15 Meters, including elininating hundreds of watts wasted as heat rate meters to monitor your operating condi- WARC and MARS (10/12 Meters modifiable; for cooler operation and longer component life. tions -- you can tell right away if something is FCC license required). The guts of the AL-80B is its heavy duty wrong. Grid and plate current and forward out- You get 800 watts output on CW, 500 watts power supply. A 26 pound transformer using a put power are monitored for improper loading output on RTTY, an extra heavy duty power high silicone steel core, computer grade capac- and abnormal conditions. supply, genuine 3-500 tube, nearly 70% effi- itors, heavy duty bleeders and ten 3 amp, 1000 The fourth meter can be switched to moni- ciency, tuned input, Pi/Pi-L output, inrush cur- volt power rectifiers give you a stiff 2700 volts tor your 3-500 tube DC plate voltage, reflected rent protection, multi-voltage transformer, dual fully loaded. Many amps using two 3-500s use PEP power, antenna system SWR, ALC volt- cross-needle meters, QSK compatability, two- such small power supplies they don’t deliver age to your rig, and the grid current that starts year warranty, made in the USA, plus much much more power output than the AL-80B. ALC action -- get a clear picture of your AL- more! The AL-80B is built on a rugged steel 80B. Dynamic ALCTM doubles average SSB power chassis with a separate fully-shielded RF com- The T/R (transmit/ receive) relay in the The AL-80B’s exclusive Dynamic ALCTM partment to minimize RFI and TVI. AL-80B switches nearly as fast as some vacu- gives you high-level low-distortion RF pro- A whisper quiet internal fan draws in cool um relay QSK T/R switches. cessing. It can more than double your average air over power supply components and pressur- Operate/Standby switch lets you run bare- SSB power for up to 6 dB improvement in izes the classic 3-500 tube compartment to foot, but can instantly switch to full power if intelligibility, maximizing talk power without remove heat for longest life. needed. distortion/splatter. Tuned input lets your rig deliver full output Has transmit LED; 12 VDC, 200 mA A convenient front panel control lets you 50 Ohm broadband Pi-Network tuned input accessory jack; 12 VDC keying relay for solid adjust output power level. is used. Even fussy solid state transmitters state and tube rigs; tough Lexan over-alu- The AL-80B’s exclusive Instantaneous RF will deliver full power! minum front panel. Two-year waranty. BiasTM turns off the classic 3-500 tube (except A carefully designed Pi/Pi-L output net- Weighs 48 lb. Power required: 120 VAC, filaments) between words and dots and dashes, work using the optimum Q for each band gives 12A. Made in the U.S.A. AL-572 Offers 1300 Watts PEP SSB on HF at Low Cost The AMERITRON AL-572 gives you average SSB power. AL-572 1300 Watts PEP SSB nominal power output AMERITRON's Step-Start $ on 160 through 15 Meters, using four rugged Inrush Protection limits 1445 572B tubes with 3 second warm-up time. This inrush current, greatly Suggested whisper quiet, desktop linear plugs into your extending tube life. Retail 120 VAC outlet - no special wiring needed. A Pi-Network tuned You get heavy duty power supply; fully input using slug tuned coils provides a neutralized tubes; pressurized ventilation; good 50 ohm load for your rig. A quiet multi-voltage power transformer; front panel internal fan draws in cool air over power ALC control; 6:1 vernier drives ... and more! supply components and pressurizes the You'll typically get 1300 Watts PEP SSB, tube compartment. 1000 Watts CW continuous, on all amateur Grid current, plate current and for- bands from 160 through 15 Meters ward PEP output power are continuously AMERITRON's exclusive Instantaneous monitored by dual, lighted cross-needle RF Bias completely turns off the 572B tubes meters. For lightning fast QSK operation use the between words and dots and dashes, for cool- A fourth scale switches among peak optional Ameritron electronic PIN diode QSK er operation and longer component life, while reflected power (and SWR), high voltage, switch. Shipped wired for 120 VAC. Weighs Dynamic ALC can more than double your ALC threshold, and ALC output voltage. 40 lb.Power required: 120 VAC, 16 amps. AMERITRON HF Linear Amplifiers with EimacTM 3CX800A7 Output power: 1250 watts PEP, single tilation keeps tubes safely cooled. 3CX800A7. 1500 W plus, two 3CX800A7s. ALC control: Front panel adjustable, true 160-15 Meters including WARC bands. ALC control. Modifiable for 12/10 Meters, FCC license Hefty power supply: 32 lb. grain orientat- required. ed, silicone steel core transformer. Genuine EimacTM tube(s): AL-800 has a Step-Start Inrush Protection: Stops dam- single Eimac 3CX800A7; AL-800H has two aging inrush current. Eimac 3CX800A7s, adjustable slug-tuned Multi-voltage operation: 14 user-selectable input circuit. AC line voltage from 90-140; 200-250 VAC. Output network: Pi/Pi-L gives you smooth Dual illuminated cross-needle meters: tuning and wide matching range. Vernier Read peak forward, reflected, SWR high-volt- reduction drives make tuning and loading age, grid/plate current. adjustments smooth and easy. Compact 8½Hx16½Dx14¼W in. AL-800 Suggested AL-800H Tube protection: Grid current limiting cir- 52 lb. (AL-800H). Power required: 240 $1825 Retail $2695 cuit protects your tubes. Quiet pressurized ven- VAC, 14 amps (AL-800H). One tube Two tubes AMERITRON...The World’s high power leader! 48 QSTCatP49.qxd 10/16/2003 12:28 PM Page 1

AL-1500 Delivers Full Legal Power with just 65 watts drive 10/12 Meters modifiable. tects the tube from excessive grid current; if You get 1500 watts output (1/2 hour 175 mA of peak gric current is reached, the continuous carrier) and 2500 watts (30 “OPR” LED will no longer light and the second continuous carrier and 2500 amplifier will go into a bypass condition until watts- plus 30 minute PEP two-tone test). reset by the operator. You get all this power, plus, 65% effi- Transformer provides many options ciency, pi-network tuned input, Pi/Pi-L Since excessive line voltage stresses com- output, inrush current protection, multi- ponents (low line voltage causes a “soft tube” voltage transformer, QSK compatability, effect, for example), Ameritron’s exclusive and a one-year warranty. Multi-Voltage Power TransformerTM lets you The guts of the AL-1500 is its heavy optimize for different line voltages. Select from duty power supply, with a 32 lb. Peter 4 different primary voltage ranges, from 205- Dahl Hypersil(R) transformer using a high 219 VAC to 252 to 265 VAC. The amplifier silicone steel core, computer grade comes wired from the factory for 240 VAC. AL-1500 capacitors (33 mfd total), heavy duty The AL-1500 has two illuminated panel Feel the need for maximum legal $ bleeders and twenty 3 amp, 1000 volt HF output power? AMERITRON’s meters. The Grid Current meter provides con- Suggested3045 Retail power rectifiers give you a stiff 3300 tinuous reading of the critical grid current and AL-1500 will give it to you. volts fully loaded. indicates proper and safe amplifier operation. Using the Herculean The AL-1500 is built on a rugged steel The other meter can be selected to read 3CX1500A/8877 ceramic tube with its high chassis with a separate RF compartment fully Plate Voltage, Plate Current, Peak RF Watts, power gain, the AL-1500 needs only 65 watts shielded to keep RF from leaking out, keeping or ALC. A SSB/CW selector switch chooses of drive from your exciter to deliver the goods- RFI and TVI to a minimum. bias voltage for best linearity on SSB or lowest - transceivers and other exciters just loaf at Superb RF design and layout, Hi-Q tank dissipation on CW. 1500 watts out. circuit and commercially rated RF power com- The Operate/Standby switch, in Standby, Cool, efficient operation is provided by a ponents give you 65% plate efficiency over the maintains the tube’s filament and plate volt- forced-air system with tube chimney, using a entire operating range. Power goes into the ages while allowing “barefoot” operation. commercial grade die-cast ball bearing blower antenna instead of into heat. Other features include a 12 volt DC auxil- for maximum tube life. The tube is further pro- 50-ohm broadband Pi-Network tuned input iary jack and an “XMT” LED to provide indi- tected by time delay starting and automatic with slug-tuned coils is used. Even fussy solid cation of proper amplifier keying by the over-current shutoff to remove drive power if state transmitters will deliver full power! exciter. Power required: 240 VAC, 15 amps. the amplifier is mis-tuned. A carefully designed Pi/Pi-L output net- Frequency coverage: 1.8, 3.5, 7, 14, 21 You get full legal power output from a work using the optimum Q for each band with 1 MHz and Warc Bands. User-modifiable for 28 whisper quiet desktop linear. Measures 18 /2D vernier ball drives gives smooth tuning, wide MHz (FCC license required). x17Wx10H inches, and covers all bands, 160- 1 matching range, full band coverage, and peak Size: 18 /2Dx17Wx10H”. Weighs 77 lbs. 15 Meters, including WARC and MARS (80% performance at all power levels. UPS shippable, 3 boxes: amp, tube, transformer. of full output set to nearest amateur band). The AL-1500’s grid overload circuit pro- AMERITRON AL-1200 Boasts Full Legal Power with Rugged 3CX1200A7 What makes the AL-1200 high voltage supply and the diodes won't blow! Will another amplifier stand out from other legal limit you're considering withstand a direct power supply short? amplifiers? The answer: a The AL-1200 also gives you all mode, all band coverage, includ- super heavy duty power supply ing WARC and MARS, Pi-network tuned input, Step-Start Inrush that loafs at full legal power Protection, multi-voltage power transformer primary, and a Pi-L output and can deliver more than 2500 tank curcuit with silver plated components. watts PEP two-tone output for Other features include: a separate filament transformer eliminates a half hour, the same power poor regulation and surges; adjustable ALC; SSB/CW switch for best supply as in our AL-1500 linearity and efficiency; operate/standby switch; transmit indicator amplifier. The heart of the AL- LED; 12 VDC auxiliary output; 35% safety factor for tuning capacitors AL-1200 1200 power supply is a highly efficient Peter Dahl and bandswitching virtually eliminates failures. $ tape wound Hypersil(R) transformer weighing 32 lbs. A shielded RF compartment; quiet die cast blower with 3 speeds; R Suggested2645 Retail And now ham radio’s toughest tube, the Eimac two illuminated meters show continuous grid current, peak RF watts 3CX1200A7, is in ham radio’s toughest amplifier! It out, drive power/ALC, plate voltage and plate current; ball bearing has a 50 Watt control grid dissipation. The 3CX1200A7 has the lowest vernier reduction drives on plate and load controls; optional QSK quantity history of field replacement of any modern transmitting tube board, one year limited warranty; and much more. that we use. It has the ruggedness and power handling of ceramic tubes Frequency coverage: 1.8, 3.5, 7, 14, 21 MHz and WARC Bands. with the long-life of thoriated tungsten filaments. User-modifiable for 28 MHz (FCC license required). 1 You get genuine high current, computer-grade capacitors with Measures 18 /2Dx17Wx10H inches. Operating Weight is 77 screw-on terminals. The AL-1200 rectifier board uses diodes rated for pounds. UPS shippable, comes in three packages: tube, amp, trans- a massive surge current of 200 amps -- you can accidentally short the former. Power required: 240 VAC, 13 amps. Classic 3-500 Tubes Deliver Full Legal Power in AMERITRON AL-82 AL-82 The Ameritron AL-82 linear ampli- failures. $ fier is designed to give you years of The cooling system keeps the components 2545 trouble free service at the full legal out- and tube safely below the manufacturer's rat- Suggested Retail put power limit. ings, even while operating at 1500 watts out- A 32-pound, 1800 watt continuous com- put with a steady carrier. The filament supply mercial rated tape-wound Peter Dahl has inrush current limiting to insure maxi- Hypersil(R) transformer is standard with heavy mum tube life. Shielding and by-passing help duty rectifiers in a full wave bridge supply prevent TVI and RFI. with computer capacitors. Two bias settings The AL-82 has two illuminated meters; allow either high efficiency RTTY and CW Grid Current reads the 3-500Z grid current. This classic AL-82 linear gives you full operation at 1500 watts of output at nearly This is an Ameritron first. A multi-meter dis- legal output using a pair of 3-500s. Examine 70% plate efficiency or low distortion 1500 plays plate voltage, plate current, peak R.F. the features and component ratings of the AL- watts PEP, SSB or SSTV output. output power and drive power/ALC detector 82 and compare it to any competing amplifier Silver plated tank components provide voltage. using two 3-500Zs. high efficiency operation above 20 meters. Frequency coverage: 1.8, 3.5, 7, 14, 21 Most can’t give you 1500 watts because The Pi-L tank circuit permits full impedance MHz and WARC bands. User modifiable for their lightweight power supplies can’t use matching capability over the entire 160 meter 28 MHz (FCC license required). 1 these tubes to their full potential. Our AL-82 band. The Pi-L/PI output tuning capacitors Dimensions: 18 /2Dx17Wx10"H. UPS amplifier has the same power supply as the and bandswitch have a 35% safety factor to Shippable. Operating weight is 76 lbs. Power AL-1500 and AL-1200 -- powerful stuff! virtually eliminate tank circuit component Requirement: 240 VAC, 15 Amps. www.ameritron.com 49 QSTCatP50.qxd 10/16/2003 12:31 PM Page 1

AMERITRON No-Tune Solid-State Amplifier No tuning, no fuss, no worries -- just its low speed, low volume fan ALS-600 turn on and operate. AMERITRON’s revo- is so quiet you'll hardly know $ lutionary ALS-600 includes a 120/220 VAC it's there, unlike noisy blowers 1299 power supply, 600 watts output, continuous used in other amps. Suggested Retail 1.5-22 MHz coverage, instant bandswitch- At just 6 x 9-1/2 x 12 inches, the ALS- ing, no warm up, no tubes to baby, fully 600 may take up less desktop space than SWR protected, extremely quiet, compact. your transceiver, and it weighs just 12.5 This is amateur radio's only linear pounds. amplifier that uses four rugged TMOS RF The illuminated cross-needle power FETs, giving unequaled no-tune SWR/wattmeter reads SWR and forward solid state performance. and reflected peak power simultaneously. Output power is 600 watts PEP SSB The Operate/Standby switch lets you Multi-Voltage Power and 500 watts CW run "barefoot" but instantly switch to full Transformer lets you Upgradable to include 12/10 Meters power if you need it. compensate for with easy-to-install optional kit, ($29.95 With the AMERITRON exclusive front stressful high line plus s/h). FCC license required. panel ALC control you can adjust your out- voltage and perform- SWR protection prevents amplifier put power. ance-robbing low damage if you switch to a wrong band, use LED indicators for Transmit, ALC, and line voltage, while Step Start Inrush wrong antenna, or have high SWR. SWR keep you informed and the rear panel Protection stops damaging inrush currents Over-power protection looks for exces- 12 VDC output jack lets you power low and extends life of power supply compo- sive output forward power or reflected current accessories. nents. The illuminated cross-needle meter power and automatically reduces output The separate ALS-600PS power supply reads voltage and current of 50 VDC line. power to prevent amplifier damage, by unit (included) can be placed conveniently Includes prewired cable to plug in to controlling ALC to exciter. out of the way and plugged into your near- ALS-600 amplifier. This little powerhouse is unobtrusive; est 120 VAC outlet. Ameritron's exclusive More Radio Horsepower from Your HF Mobile with This No-Tune Linear It has instant bandswitching, of course, reflected power or if bandswitching is set no tuning, no warm up -- just turn on and lower than exciter frequency, virtually operate -- makes mobile QSOs safer. eliminating damage from operating error. Less than 100 watts input for full out- Thermal Overload Protection (with put. LED indicator) disables and bypasses the At just 3 1/2 x 9 x 15 Inches this amp amplifier if temperature is excessively fits in nearly any mobile installation; it high; it automatically resets when tempera- Higher power from weighs only 7 pounds. It’s very quiet; the ture drops to a safe level. ALS-500M low speed, low volume fan stays off until There’s excellent harmonic suppression, $ your mobile! The 799 Ameritron ALS-500M is a the temperature rises. with a multiple section output network, Suggested Retail no tune, solid state ampli- Continuous coverage is from 1.5 to 22 push-pull output circuit, and the DC current fier made for on-the-road MHz and extendable to 10 and 12 Meters meter lets you monitor collector current. use. Get 500 watts PEP SSB output or 400 with an easy to install optional kit. The ON/OFF switch bypasses the watts on CW from its four rugged 2SC2879 Load Fault Protection (with an LED amplifier for "barefoot" operation without high power linear RF power transistors. indicator) disables and bypasses the ampli- having to disconnect high current power Uses 13 VDC at 25A. fier if your antenna has excessively high supply cables. Premium Materials Make this HF Mobile “Screwdriver” Antenna Stand Out 1.2 kW capability...3.5-30 MHz continuous...1.5:1 VSWR...commercial gear motor SDA-100 same. the sensors already installed so if you $335 Our fiberglass coil form is approximate- decide to add an auto controller now or Suggested Retail ly 2 inches in diameter. Other antenna later, everything is ready. AMERITRON's builders know fiberglass is better but they The AMERITRON SDA-100 includes: SDA-100 may be choose not to use it because of the expense Up/Down switch; 5 feet of motor DC the best built, best and difficulty in machining. We use 14 cable with detachable weather sealed con- looking, best per- gauge wire for high power capability, nector; decoupling toroid matching coils. forming HF mobile wound at eight turns an inch for maximum The SDA-100 comes in a handsome screwdriver anten- efficiency. We machine groove our coils so black finish, using the Dupont na in the world! they will not loosen up or jam -- they won't Basecoat/Clearcoat system. When properly wear out, for years of trouble free service! Optional accessories: installed on your The decoupler we use is CNC machined SDM-100, $75. vehicle this antenna for tight tolerances with custom fingerstock A Stainless steel flange mount base provides coverage designed to contact 3 turns of coil all the bracket , with multiple pre-punched from 80 through 10 time with over 25 pounds of combined con- holes. The SDA-100 mounting rod is Meters with a 6 tact pressure. With this design you can run a 1-in. pipe thread 14-in. long. Ship foot whip. Remove the whip for 40 Meters up to 1.2 kilowatts PEP, trouble free. It's so Code B. through 6 Meter coverage. superior to anything else on the market that New! SDC-100, What makes our antennas stand above we put our outstanding AMERITRON war- $79.95. Digital all the rest is that our CNC machined com- ranty behind it. Screw-driver con- ponents are from aircraft aluminum or We use a new heavy duty Pittman com- troller. See stainless steel and blueprinted, meaning mercial 12 volt gear motor, which is very Page 52. you can take antennas apart and mix them durable and quiet while receive tuning. up, then reassemble and they all work the This motor is super heavy duty for years of SWP-100, $24.95. trouble-free service. Antennas come with 6-ft stainless steel whip. 50 www.ameritron.com QSTCatP51.qxd 10/16/2003 12:34 PM Page 1

AMERITRON True Legal Limit TM Tuner AMERITRON’s ATR-30 True Legal select your desired operating antenna. LimitTM roller inductor antenna tuner is ham Read true Peak Power radio’s toughest! It’ll handle 3KW PEP or Ameritron’s active electronic true peak 1500 Watts continuous carrier output on all reading meter accurately reads forward and modes and all HF bands into most antennas reflected power and SWR simultaneously on -- even on 160 Meters where most antenna a lighted Cross-Needle meter. tuners fail. Roomy Cabinet maintains High-Q It’s perfect for Ameritron’s most power- Roomy extra-strong .080 inch thick alu- ful amplifiers where the ATR-30 just loafs. minum cabinet gives highest efficiency and All band coverage lets you operate 1.8- 1 5 1 ATR-30 Two 500 pf Tuning lowest loss. 13 /4Wx5 /8 Hx17 /2 D inches. 30 MHz including all MARS and WARC Has Ameritron’s superb one year limited bands. Capacitors $ Two 500 pf -- the highest warranty with legendary customer service. Super High Current Roller Inductor Suggested59 Retail9 of any antenna tuner -- vari- $ You’ll see Ameritron’s new super high able transmitting capacitors ATR-20 Antenna Tuner . . . 459 current air core roller inductor. It’s edge give you no-arc wide range impedance Handles 1.2 kW wound from a thick solid copper strip and matching for true high power performance. PEP SSB. silver plated. This produces a large surface 6:1 vernier reduction drives makes capac- Slightly less on area and a massive conductor. It can carry itor tuning smooth and easy. 160 Meters. 1 1 huge circulating RF currents and withstand 13 /2Wx5 /2H Super Balun, 6 position Antenna Switch 1 tremendous heat that’ll melt or burn ordi- x13 /4D inches. Roller inductor T-network, nary roller inductors. Super heavy duty three core choke balun lets you match virtually any balanced feed- peak reading SWR/Wattmeter, covers 1.8-30 A gear driven turns counter and crank MHz, 6 position antenna switch, balun. knob gives you precise inductance control. line antenna without core saturation. A 6 position antenna switch lets you Great for Ameritron’s 1kW AL-80B Amp! AMERITRON has the best selection of high power accessories! New! Flat Mobile Wattmeter mounts on dashboard . . . $15995 ADL-1500 Dummy Load with oil . . . $6995 Handles full 1500 Watts, 1.8-30 MHz. Oil cooled 50 Ohm dummy load Lighted Cross-Needle meter. Active elec- handles 1500 Watts for 5 minutes. tronics lets you read true peak or average SWR under 1.2 to 30 MHz. Low power in 3000/300 Watt ranges. “High SWR” SWR to 400 MHz. High quality 1 5 1 3 industrial grade transformer oil (no LED. 5Wx3 /4Hx1 /8D”; sensor is 3 /2Wx2 /4H 3 PCB), heavy duty 50 Ohm resistor. ADL- x2 /4D”. Use 9V battery or 12 VDC. Ameritron’s 1500X, $49.95. Dummy load without oil. flat Mobile AWM-30 Precision SWR Wattmeter . . . $14995 ADL-2500 Fan cooled 2500W dry dummy Peak Reading This precision SWR/Watt- load ...$19995 5 meter is perfect for making SWR/Wattmeter is just 1 /8” thick -- easily Whisper quiet fan. Handles accurate linear amplifier power any legal limit amplifier -- 2500 mounts on your dashboard for easy viewing. measurements. Reads true peak Flat mount on wall or shelf in your ham or average power on lighted Watts average power for 1 shack for best viewing angle. Remote sen- cross-needle meter.3000/ 300 minute on, ten off. 300 Watts sor with 25 feet thin, flexible cable lets you Watt ranges, remote sensor. continuous. SWR below 1.25 place sensor and coax out-of-the-way. Use 9V battery or 12 VDC. to 30 MHz and SWR below 1.4 to 60 MHz. AMERITRON Amplifier-to-Transceiver Interface 1 3 3 Amplifiers can plugs, or wiring. It’s designed to work 704 now! Measures 4 /4Wx1 /4Hx2 /4D damage radios if the with any amplifier/radio combination. inches. Power cord and 3 phono cords for amplifier has too The input is designed to be compatible relay/ALC/control included. much relay control with any transmitter or transceiver, and the Extra cable, $15.95 for following rigs: voltage, voltage output is compatible with AC or DC posi- Model# Transceivers ARB-704 spikes, or excessive current tive or negative amplifier control lines hav- PNP-8D FT-1000, (MP), 900, 767GX, 920, 990, 747GX PNP-8M FT-890, 840, 817, 857, 897 $ 95 on the relay control line. ing up to 200 Volts peak open circuit voltage PNP-35 FT-100, (D) 49 The ARB-704 advanced and 300 mA of current. PNP-5M FT-847 ARB-704I2 PNP-7D TS-440, 690, 450, 180, 140, 950, 130, 870, 2000, for IC-706s interface is compatible with Operates with rigs that pull amplifier 50, 120, 530, 430, 830, 949, 570 all common radios and ampli- control lines to ground, or output a wide PNP-13D All models of the IC-706 series fiers even though radios and amplifiers do range of positive or negative control volt- PNP-7DK TS-930 PNP-7DK2 TS-520 A plug-and-play cables is not needed if your radio is not listed. not have standardized voltages, accessory ages. Don’t take a chance! Get the ARB- PNP-5D FT-980 QSK-5 Pin Diode Xmit/Receive Switch...$349 ATP-100 AMP Tuning Pulser . . . $4995 ICP-120/240 Inrush Current Protector . . . $79 World’s most advanced Pulse tuning safely tunes up your amp for Stops power-up inrush current and Transmit/Receive Switch. full power output and best linearity. absorbs momentary high voltage spikes Gives high power QSK opera- Keeps average power to low safe level to to protect your amp, tubes and power tion from your linear amplifier. prevent overheating, tube damage, supply components. By starting your Self-contained, connects externally to most HF power supply stress and premature linear amplifier through a high power amps. Handles 2.5 kW PEP, 2 kW CW. Six component failure. ATP-102, $5995, current limiting resistor and then times faster than vacuum relay. similar, variable pulser and delay. shorting the resistor with a relay, the ARF-1000 RF Filter . . . $159 Add-on Electronic Bias System . . . $3995 for start-up sequence is easier on your Use with transceiver or amplifier AL-80A82/1200/1500 Amps tube and power supply components. that produces unwanted harmonics. EBS-1, $39.95. EBS reduces heat Avoids replacing expensive tubes and Frequency select switches to 1 of by reducing quiescent current to parts. Works with nearly all linear six different ranges, 1.5-30 MHz. When the filter low values during periods when amplifiers. Limits current to 12 is selected it reduces harmonics above cut-off fre- exciter output falls below 100 mW. Amperes during heavy draw inrush period, 20 quency. Handles 1 kW SSB input power, 600W Features remote detector board. Amperes during continuous operating current. CW or 400W RTTY. SWR less than 1.3:1 on all EBS-1H, $49.95, for other ampli- ICP-120, $79, for 120 Volt wired amplifiers. 1 1 1 ham bands. SO-239 in/output. 5 /2Wx3 /2Hx9 /2D”. fiers. Call 662-323-8211 for details. ICP-240, $79, for 240 Volt wired amplifiers. AMERITRON . . . The World’s High Power Leader! 51 QSTCatP52.qxd 10/16/2003 12:36 PM Page 1

RCS-88V HF to VHF/UHF Remote Coax Switch RCS-8V Ameritron’s Remote Coax Switch the antenna you’ve selected. $ lets you remotely switch up to five A Lexan scratch proof front panel has a 149 separate antennas using one inexpen- markable surface for labeling your antennas. Suggested Retail sive small control line (like standard RCS-8V operates from a 120 VAC power telephone wire) -- Eliminate a tangle of trouble- source or RCS-8VX for 220/240 VAC. Use any some coax and have a simple and neat installa- 6 conductor control line (not supplied) and tion -- with just a single coax feedline. allows safe operation with 14V control voltage. The RCS-8V consists of two units -- the RCS-8VN, $159. Same as RCS-8V but has weatherproof switching box that mounts on N- type connectors instead of SO-239. your tower or mast and the control unit that’s SPECIFICATIONS: placed at your operating station. Number of antenna positions: 5. Loss at 150 VSWR is less than 1.2 from DC to 250 MHz MHz: less than 0.1 dB. VSWR: under 1.2:1 and less than 0.1 dB loss at 150 MHz -- if you from DC to 250 MHz. Impedance: 50 Ohms. operate HF/VHF/UHF, the RCS-8V is for you. Power Capability: >5 kW below 30 MHz, 1 kW It handles over 5 kW below 30 MHz and 1 at 150 MHz. Power requirements: 120 VAC, kW at 150 MHz. You can ground unused posi- 50/60 Hz at five watts. Connectors: Teflon(R) tions or leave them open. SO-239 for RCS-8V; “N” for RCS-8VN. 1 1 The indoor control unit is all metal to pre- Control Box: 6Dx6 /8Wx2/4H inches. 3 vent RFI and TVI. It also has LEDs to indicate Switch Box: 5 /8Dx7Wx3H inches. AMERITRON 160-6 Meters Remote Coax Now covers 6 Meters ...improvedrelays...GreaterPowerHandling!Switch connectors provide reliable connections. RCS-4 Ameritron RCS-4 is a remote controlled coax switch that selects The weatherproof switching box uses three heavy $ duty 16 ampere hermetically sealed relays on a Suggested139 Retail 1 of 4 outputs by supplying all control voltages through the coax. rugged G-10 fiberglass circuit board. Elimination of control cables gives you a fast, neat Quality components are used throughout the and inexpensive installation -- only 1 coax line for 4 entire unit to ensure maximum life for the some- antennas. times difficult-to-reach switching box. RCS-4 oper- You get two units -- the switching box ates 120 VAC. RCS-4X for 220/240 VAC. RCS-4 3 allows safe operation with 14 Volts control voltage. (5 /8Dx7Wx3H in.) that can be tower, mast or wall 1 1 3 Frequencies 1.5 - 100 MHz are covered by this mounted and the control console (6 /8Dx5 /4Wx 3 /8H in.) that is located at your operating station. excellent station accessory. Handles over 2.5 kW. The attractive indoor console has bright LED Specifications: 4 pos.; Loss at 30 MHz less than antenna selector indicators. A steel enclosure pro- 0.1 dB; VSWR is under 1.25:1, 1.5-60 MHz; vides 100% shielding to prevent RFI and TVI. Impedance: 50 Ohms; Power: >2.5 kW average (R) continuous. Switching time is 50 milliseconds. Teflon SO-239 Lightning Protected New $ AMERITRON RCS-10 Remote Coax Switch New model RCS-10L, 199 RCS-10 Ameritron’s RCS- over 5 kW into matched loads below 30 MHz. $ 10 remote coax switch Long Relay Life: UL/CSA/VDE approved sealed relays with Suggested159 selects one of eight 16A switching current rating. Tested to withstand 1200V RMS. Retail antennas using an Flexible Mounting: RCS-10 hardware accepts mast sizes from 1 1 inexpensive three or inch to 2 /4 inches. Reliable Connectors: Teflon UHF-style SO- four conductor control line (such as 239 females, internal barrier strip for control lines. Low Voltage: standard telephone wire). Requires 10-15 Volts at less than 300 mA. Number of Antenna New! RCS-10L, $199. Same as Positions: 8. Frequency Coverage: DC to 100 MHz. VSWR: RCS-10, but has lightning protec- Under 1.25:1 below 30 MHz; Under 1.3:1 below 60 MHz; Under tion for all coaxial inputs. 1.8:1 below 150 MHz. Impedance: 50 Ohms. Power Eliminate a tangle of trouble- Capability: >5 kW into 50 Ohms below 30 MHz. Power some coax and have a simple and Requirement: RCS-10, 10-15 VDC or 120 VAC with AC adaptor neat installation -- with just a single supplied. RCS-10X, 10-15 VDC or 230 VAC with AC adaptor coax feedline. RCS-10 consists of supplied. Relay Switch Control Line: 4 conductors telephone- 2 units -- the weatherproof switch type cable, not supplied. Relay Control Line Voltage: 10-15 box that mounts on your tower or VDC at less than 300 mA. Flexible Control Box with External mast and the control unit that’s placed at your operating station. Interface: Accepts and outputs one-of-eight and outputs three-line Outdoor Unit Features: BCD data to remote relay unit. Highly Weather Resistant: Inexpensive and simple wiring: selects up to eight antennas Sealed relays, stainless hardware, and U-V resistant cover. Easy- using one four conductor telephone type control line. to-Read Antenna Indicators: Eight wide-spaced LED’s indicate 1 1 5 High Power Capability: The RCS-10 relay box will handle the selected antenna. Dimension: Control: 6 /4Wx3 /4Hx4 /8D in. Digital Screwdriver Antenna Controller Extended Warranty Plans Ameritron’s SDC-100 Digital Screwdriver Antenna Get Ameritron’s extended protection plan while you Controller tells you exactly where your antenna is positioned! still can -- before your warranty runs out! It’s the Re-tune exactly -- fast, no more guessing. Super bright 5/8” same as your original warranty, just extended for the high-intensity 4-digit LED display and precision micro-con- number of months you choose to purchase. If the troller gives digital count range -999 to +999. Plus and minus product should fail during the agreed term, Ameritron signs tells you if you’re going up or down. Large momentary has the option to repair/replace part(s) (except tube rocker switch makes up/down antenna control easy. Has On/ and output transistors) and provide necessary labor off/reset switch for easy calibration. Works with Ameritron SDA- SDC-100 free at Ameritron. Purchaser must return to Ameritron 100 antenna, Tarheel and other screwdriver antennas with a single $ 95 prepaid in original packing or equivalent. Ameritron is 5 1 79 or dual magnetic switch sensor. 4Wx2 /8Hx1 /2D”. Use 13.8VDC. New!suggested retail not responsible for shipping loss or damage. Call! 52 Ameritron . . . The World’s High Power Leader! 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ROTATORS . . . the first choice of hams around the world! HAM-IV HAM-IV TAILTWISTER SERIES II CD-45II is the most popu- $ 95 is designed for medium anten- The CD-45II CD-45II 559 na arrays of up to 20 square feet is designed for lar rotator in the UPS Shippable $ 95 world! Designed for wind load area. New! Has 5-sec- antenna arrays 389 medium communications onds brake delay! Available with of up to 8.5 sq. UPS Shippable arrays of up to 15 square DCU-1 Pathfinder digital control feet mounted feet wind load area. box (T2XD) or standard analog inside a tower, or 5 sq. ft. with New! Has 5-seconds control box (T2X). Low tem- mast adapter. Low temperature brake delay! New low perature grease, alloy ring grease good to -30 temperature grease per- gear, indicator F degrees. mits normal operation potentiometer, fer- Bell rotator down to -30 degrees F. rite beads on poten- design gives New alloy ring gear gives extra strength up tiometer wires, new total weather to 100,000 PSI for maximum readability. weatherproof AMP connec- T-2X protection, dual 58 ball bearing race gives New indicator potentiometer, new ferrite tors plus 8-pin plug at con- $ 95 proven support. Die-cast ring gear, stamped beads reduce RF susceptibility, new cinch trol box, triple bearing race 649 steel gear drive, heavy duty, trouble free plug connector plus 8-pin plug at control with 138 ball bearings for UPS Shippable gear train, North center scale, lighted direc- box. Dual 98 ball bearing race for load large load bearing strength, T-2XD tional indicator, 8-pin plug/socket on con- bearing strength and electric locking steel electric locking steel wedge $ 95 trol unit, snap-action control switches, low wedge brake prevents wind induced anten- brake, north or south center 1029 voltage control, safe operation, takes maxi- UPS Shippable 1 na movement. North/South center of rota- of rotation scale on meter, mum mast size to 2 /16 inches. MSLD light 1 tion scale on meter, low voltage control, low voltage control, max mast of 2 /16 in. duty lower mast support. 1 max mast size of 2 /16 inches. TAILTWISTER Rotator Specifications CD-45II Rotator Specifications HAM-V Wind load capacity (inside tower) 20 square feet Wind load capacity (inside tower) 8.5 square feet is the rotator for Wind Load (w/ mast adapter) 10 square feet Wind Load (w/ mast adapter) 5.0 square feet Turning Power (in lbs.) 1000 Turning Power (in lbs.) 600 the new milen- Brake Power (in lbs.) 9000 Brake Power (in lbs.) 800 nium. Medium HAM-V Brake Construction Electric Wedge Brake Construction Disc Brake cantenna arrays $ 95 Bearing Assembly Triple race/138 ball brngs Bearing Assembly Dual race/48 ball brings of up to 15 949 Mounting Hardware Clamp plate/steel U-bolts Mounting Hardware plate clamps/steel U-bolts square feet UPS Shippable Control Cable Conductors 8 Control Cable Conductors 8 Shipping Weight (lbs.) 28 Shipping Weight (lbs.) 22 wind load area. Effective Moment (in tower) 3400 ft/lbs. Similar to the HAM Effective Moment (in tower) 1200 ft/lbs. IV, but includes the HDR-300A AR-40 $ 95 HDR-300A innovative DCU-1 is for large FM-TV King-sized antenna arrays AR-40 and compact antenna 1379 Pathfinder control UPS up to 25 sq.ft. wind load area. unit. Provides automatic operation of brake $ 95 arrays up to 3.0 Shipp- Control cable connector, new 289 square feet wind load and rotor, compatible with many UPS Shippable able hardened stainless steel output logging/contest programs, 6 presets for area. Dual 12 ball shaft, new North or South cen- beam headings, 1 degree heading accuracy, bearing race. Auto-matic position tered calibration, new ferrite beads sensor never needs resetting. on potentiometer wires reduce RF auto 8-second brake delay, 360 degree Fully automatic control - just dial choice for center location, more! susceptibility, new longer and touch for any desired loca- output shaft keyway adds ROTATOR OPTIONS tion. Solid state, low voltage MSHD, $99.95, heavy duty mast support. control, safe and silent opera- reliability. Heavy-duty self- 1 centering steel clamp and MSLD, $39.95, light duty mast support. tion. 2 /16” mast size. MSLD light duty lower mast support. hardware. Display accurate TSP-1, $34.95, lower spacer plate. to 1o. Machined steel output. HAM IV & HAM V Rotator Specifications AR-40 Rotator Specifications HDR-300A Rotator Specifications WindLoad capacity (inside tower) 15 square feet Wind load capacity (inside tower) 3.0 square feet Wind load capacity (inside tower) 25 square feet Wind Load (w/mast adapter) 7.5 square feet Wind Load (w/ mast adapter) 1.5 square feet Wind Load (w/ mast adapter) -- square feet Turning Power (in lbs.) 800 Turning Power (in lbs.) 350 Turning Power (in lbs.) 5000 Brake Power (in lbs.) 5000 Brake Power (in lbs.) 450 Brake Power (in lbs.) 7500 Brake Construction Electric Wedge Brake Construction Disc Brake Brake Construction solenoid operated locking Bearing Assembly dual race/96 ball bearings Bearing Assembly Dual race/12 ball bearings Bearing Assembly bronze sleeve w/rollers Mounting Hardware Clamp plate/steel U-bolts Mounting Hardware Plated clamps,/steel bolts Mounting Hardware stainless steel bolts Control Cable Conductors 8 Control Cable Conductors 5 Control Cable Conductors 7 Shipping Weight (lbs.) 24 Shipping Weight (lbs.) 14 Shipping Weight (lbs.) 55 Effective Moment (in tower) 2800 ft/lbs. Effective Moment (in tower) 300 ft/lbs. Effective Moment (in tower) 5000 ft/lbs. Digital Automatic Controller AR-35 Rotator/Controller Rotator Auto Brake Relay Controls T2X, HAM The AR-35 is RBD-5 allows IV and HAM V. Auto AR-35 designed for the NEW! a automatic 5 sec. $ 95 RBD-5 operation of brake/ 69 use of small UHF, $ 95 brake delay for rotor, computer control VHF, 6-Meter, TV 29 your rotator. This with RS232 pass- and FM antennas. delay insures that DCU-1 $ 95 through, compatible with many Includes automatic the rotator is fully stopped before the brake is 649 logging/contest programs, 6 pre- controller, rotator, engaged. No more accidentally engaging sets for favorite beam headings, 1 degree mounting clamps brake while the rotator is in movement. Use heading accuracy, Auto 8-sec. brake delay, and mounting w/ HAM II, III, IV, V, T2Xs. Easy-to-install. 360 degree choice for center of rotation! hardware. Uses 110 VAC. 1 Year Warranty. Includes pre-assembled PCB and hardware. www.hy-gain.com 53 QSTCatP54.qxd 10/16/2003 12:43 PM Page 1

HF BEAMS...... are stronger, lighter, have less wind surface and last years longer.

TH-11DX TH-7DX, $869.95. $115995 7-element, 1.5 kW PEP, 10,15,20 Meters 11-Elements, 4.0 kW PEP, 7-Elements gives you the highest average gain of any 10, 12, 15, 17, 20 Meters Hy-Gain tri-bander! Dual driven for broadband operation without compromising gain. SWR less than 2:1 on all bands. Combined monoband and trapped parasitic elements give you an excellent F/B ratio. Hy-Gain’s diecast aluminum, rugged boom-to-mast clamp, heavy gauge element-to-boom brackets, BN-86 balun. For high power, use BN-4000. TH-5MK2, $759.95. 5-element, 1.5 kW PEP, 10,15,20 Meters The broadband five element TH5-MK2 gives you out- standing gain. Separate air dielectric Hy-Q traps let you adjust for maximum F/B ratio on each band. Has Hy- Gain’s exclusive BetaMATCHTM, stainless steel hardware and compression clamps and BN-86 balun. TH-3MK4, $469.95. 3-element, 1.5 kW PEP, 10,15,20 Meters The super popular TH-3MK4 gives you the most gain for your money in a full-power, full-size durable Hy-Gain tri-bander! Impressive average gain and whopping aver- age front-to-back ratio. Handles 1.5 kW PEP. 95 MPH wind survival. Fits on average lot -- turning radius is just 15.3 feet. 4-piece boom is ideal for DXpeditions. Choose CD-45II or HAM-IV rotator. Hy-Gain BetaMatchTM for DC ground, full power Hy-QTM traps, rugged boom-to- TH-11DX, $1159.95. 11-element, 4.0 kW PEP, 10,12,15,17,20M mast bracket and mounts on standard 2”O.D. mast. The choice of top DXers. With 11-elements, excellent gain and 5-bands, Stainless steel hardware. BN-86 balun recommended. the super rugged TH-11DX is the “Big Daddy”of all HF beams! Handles 2000 TH-2MK3, $369.95. Watts continuous, 4000 Watts PEP. 2-element, 1.5 kW PEP, 10,15,20 Meters Every part is selected for durability and ruggedness for years of trouble- The 2-element TH-2MK3 is Hy-Gain’s most economical free service. Features a low loss log-periodic driven array on all bands with full power (1.5kW PEP) full size tri-bander. Increase your monoband reflectors, BN-4000 high power balun, corrosion resistant wire effective radiated power and hear far better! Ruggedly boom support, hot dipped gal-vanized and stainless steel parts. constructed, top-performing, compact 6 foot boom, tight Stainless steel hardware and clamps are used on all electrical connections. 14.3 foot turning radius. Installs almost anywhere. Rotate with CD-45II or HAM-IV. Use BN-86 balun. EXP-14, $599.95. Compact 3-element 4-element, 1.5 kW PEP, 10,15,20 Meters 10, 15, 20 Meter Tri-Bander Revolutionary 4-element compact tri-bander can add For limited space . . . Installs anywhere . . . 14.75 ft turning 40 or 30 Meters! 14 foot boom and tight 17.25 feet turning radius . . . weighs 21 lbs . . . Rotate with CD-45II, HAM-IV radius. Fits on roof tri-pod, mast or medium duty tower. Hy-Gain’s patented broadbanding ParaSleeve gives you TH-3JRS, $359.95. less than 2:1 VSWR. 1.5kW PEP. BetaMATCHTM pro- Hy-Gain’s most popular 3-ele- vides DC ground to eliminate static. Has BN-86 balun. ment 10, 15, 20 Meter tri-bander QK-710, $169.95. 30/40 Meter option kit for EXP-14. fits on most lots! DB-1015, $449.95. Same top performance as the 7-element, 1.5 kW PEP, 10 & 15 Meters full power TH3MK4 in a compact This dual band beam for 10 and 15 Meters incorpo- 600 watt PEP design. rates Hy-Gain’s superior mechanical design and has been Excellent gain and F/B ratio let computer optimized and range-tested for max perform- you compete with the “big guns”. ance. DB-1015 features a 14 foot boom in 4 sections. Tooled manufacturing gives you Handles full legal power and has Hy-Gain’s rugged Hy-Gain durability with 80 MPH boom-to-mast clamp. DB-1217, $449.95. Similar to DB- Fits on light tower, suitable guyed wind survival. TV pole, or roof tri-pod. 1015, but is dual band coverage for 12 and 17 Meters.

Model No. of avg gain avg F/B MaxPwr Bands Wind Wind (mph) Boom Longest Turning Weight Mast dia Recom. Retail No. elements dBi gain wattsPEP Covered sq.ft. area Survival (feet) Elem. (ft) radius(ft) (lbs.) O.D.(in.) Rotator Price TH-11DX 11 8.4 22 4000 10,12,15,17,20 12.5 100 24 37 22 88 1.9-2.5 T2X $1159.95 TH-7DX 7 8.77 21 1500 10, 15, 20 9.4 100 24 31 20 75 1.5-2.5 HAM-IV $869.95 TH-5MK2 5 8.3 20 1500 10, 15, 20 7.4 100 19 31.5 18.42 57 1.5-2.5 HAM-IV $759.95 TH-3MK4 3 8.0 25 1500 10, 15, 20 4.6 95 14 27.42 15.33 35 1.9-2.5 CD-45II $469.95 TH-3JRS 3 8.0 25 600 10, 15, 20 3.35 80 12 27.25 14.75 21 1.25-2.0 CD-45II $359.95 TH-2MK3 2 5.6 15-20 1500 10, 15, 20 3.25 80 6 27.3 14.25 20 1.9-2.5 CD-45II $359.95 opt. EXP-14 4 8.1 25 1500 10,15,20 30/40 7.5 100 14 31.5 17.25 45 1.9-2.5 HAM IV $599.95 DB-1015 7 9.8 22 1500 10, 15 6.7 115 14 29.5 16.3 40 1.5-2.5 HAM IV $449.95 DB-1217 7 9.8 22 1500 12, 17 6.7 115 14 29.5 16.3 40 1.5-2.5 HAM IV $449.95 54 www.hy-gain.com QSTCatP55.qxd 10/16/2003 12:47 PM Page 1

Hy-Gain Long Johns HF Monobanders LJ-105CA, $289.95.10 Meters, 5 elements, machine-formed element-to-boom brackets Exclusive 50 Ohm BetaMatchTM. Excellent and stainless steel hardware and clamps. DC Ground. Stainless steel hardware and BN-4000 Balun is recommended. Manual clamps. BN-4000 Balun recommended. has setting for both bands. LJ-155CA, $429.95. 15/12 Meters, Five LJ-103BA, $159.95. 10 Meters, Three Elements, Exclusive 50 Ohm BetaMatchTM. Elements. Feeds with 50 Ohm coax, Excellent DC Ground. Stainless steel hard- comes factory pre-tuned with Hy-Gain’s ware and clamps. Includes 12 Meter set- exclusive BetaMatchTM. BN-86 balun rec- ting. BN-4000 Balun recommended. ommended. Includes stainless steel hard- LJ-205CA, $769.95. 20/17 Meters, Five ware and clamps. Elements. Exclusive 50 Ohm BetaMatchTM. LJ-153BA, $209.95. 15 Meters, 3 elements. Excellent DC Ground. Stainless steel hard- Feeds with 50 Ohm coax, BetaMatchTM, 5.7 ware and clamps. BN-4000 Balun recom- dBd gain. BN-4000 Balun recommended. mended. Manual has setting for both bands. Stainless steel hardware and clamps. LJ-204BA, $539.95. 20/17 Meters, Four LJ-203BA, $329.95. 20 Meters, Three ele- Elements. Exclusive 50 Ohm BetaMatchTM. ments on a 16 foot boom. The LJ-203BA BN-4000 Balun is recommended. Stainless The LJ-204BA has a tiltable cast aluminum feeds with 50 Ohm coax, factory pre-tuned steel hardware and clamps. Tiltable, cast boom-to-mast clamp, heavy gauge with Hy-Gain’s exclusive BetaMatchTM. aluminum boom-to-mast bracket.

Model # Gain (dBi) F/B Max Max Power Boom Size element size turn Radius Mast diam. Surface Wind LJ-105CA 10.8 dBi 36 dB 1500 W PEP 24 feet 18 feet 15 feet 1.9-2.5 in. 3.9 sq. feet 100 m.p.h. LJ-155CA 9.8 dBi 25 dB 1500 W PEP 26 feet 25 feet 17 feet, 6 in. 1.9-2.5 in. 5.2 sq. feet 88 m.p.h. LJ-205CA 8.7 dBi 30 dB 1500 W PEP 34 feet 36 feet 25 feet 1.9-2.5 in. 9.0 sq. feet 99 m.p.h. LJ-204BA 8.2 dBi 28 dB 1500 W PEP 26 feet 36 feet, 6 in. 22 feet, 6 in. 1.9-2.5 in. 7.3 sq. feet 100 m.p.h. LJ-103BA 7.9 dBi 24 dB 1500 W PEP 8 feet 18 feet, 7 in. 10 feet, 2 in. 1.625-2.0 in. 2 sq. feet 107 m.p.h. LJ-153BA 7.9 dBi 25 dB 1500 W PEP 12 feet 24 feet, 11” 14 feet, 3 in. 1.9-2.5 in. 3 sq. feet 80 m.p.h. LJ-203BA 7.3 dBi 23 dB 1500 W PEP 16 feet, 6 in. 37 feet 20 feet 1.9-2.5 in. 5.4 sq. feet 80 m.p.h. Hy-Gain Discoverer Series Antennas DISCOVERER 71, $289.95. Gain’s exclusive BetaMatchTM. Tiltable Covers 30/40 Meters. boom-to-mast bracket and stainless steel This rotatable dipole of low weight and hardware is included. Hy-Gain high power wind surface area so easily fits most existing BN-4000 balun is recommended. beam installations. Tuned to either 30 or 40 DIR-73K, $409.95. Meters with a front-to-side ratio of 30 dB for Add-On 30/40 Meter Director Kit a fast, expansion of band capability. Feeds Converts the Discoverer 72 into a three-ele- with 50 Ohm coax. Pre-formed mast clamp. ment beam. Amazingly, it’s all on a 35 foot DISCOVERER 72, $649.95. boom, outperforming the other brands that Covers 30/40 Meters. are much larger. Discoverer 72 with director This two-element 40 Meter beam has a Kit fits on medium duty towers such asHG- unique hairpin loading system. It delivers 52SS, saving both cost and space. HyGain superior performance. Feeds with 50 Ohm offers wide bandwidth and Hy-Q efficiency coax and comes factory pre-tuned with Hy- without coils. Handle legal power limits. Model # Gain (dBi) F/B Max Max Power Boom size elment size turn Radius Mast diam. Surface Wind DIS-71 6.5 dBi 35 dB 1500 W PEP 2.7 feet 45 feet 22.5 feet 1.9-2.5 in. 2.7 sq. feet 100 m.p.h. DIS-72 6.5 dBi 15 dB 1500 W PEP 22.6 feet 44.8 feet 25 feet 1.9-2.5 in. 6.0 sq. feet 80 m.p.h. DIR-73K 7.5 dBi 26 dB 1500 W PEP 35 feet 45.7 feet 28.9 feet 1.9-2.5 in. 9.0 sq. feet 80 m.p.h. Hy-Gain HF Log Periodic Antennas LP-1009A, $1429.95. LP-1009A for balun included. Use T2X Tailtwister or UHF connector. LP-1009AN for “N” HDR-300A rotators. connector. Covers 10/12/15/17/20 Meters Covers the complete 13-30 MHz HF spec- LP-1010A, $1799.95. LP-1010A for trum under a 2:1 VSWR. Built to com- UHF connector. LP-1010AN for “N” mercial specifications, it is used by connector. Covers10-30 MHz MARS, monitoring stations, marine and (10, 12, 15, 17, 20, and 30 Meters) government radio stations around the There are only a few antennas that offer as world and now it’s available to Hy-Gain much HF frequency coverage as the LP- amateur customers. The discerning ham 1010A. Like the LP-1009A, this antenna operator will appreciate its performance is built to commercial standards using and ease of use. Just imagine all that spec- stainless steel hardware and having a wind trum coverage and only one feedline. survivability of 93 mph. Rotatable with Exclusive 2KW BN-4000 current type use of T2X or HDR-300A rotators. Model # Gain (dBi) F/B Max Max Power Boom size element turn Radius Mast diam. Surface Wind LP-1009A/N 7.3 dBi 22 dB 1500 W PEP 27 feet 39 feet 22.5 feet 1.9-2.5 in. 12.5 sq. feet 103 m.p.h. LP-1010A/N 7.0 dBi 22 dB 1500 W PEP 36 feet 48 feet 28.5 1.9-2.5 in. 16 sq. feet 93 m.p.h. Hy-Gain . . . Antennas, Rotators and Towers 55 QSTCatP56.qxd 10/16/2003 12:53 PM Page 1

HF VERTICALS Self-supporting -- no guys required . . . remarkable DX performance -- low angle radiation, omnidirectional . . . 1500 Watts . . . Low SWR . . . 2 year limited warranty All hy-gain multi-band vertical antennas are entirely self supporting -- no guys Free required. They offer remarkable DX performance with their extremely low angle of Manuals! radiation and omnidirectional pattern. All hy-gain vertical antennas handle 1500 Watts PEP SSB, have low SWR, automat-

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AV-18AVQII 95 forming vertical! The AV-18HT features 40 Meters --1.5 kW PEP. A loading coil

89 and an effective radiator is used for 80

$ automatic band selection achieved through a unique stub-decoupling system Meters --1kW PEP. which effectively isolates various sections $ of the antenna so that an electrical 1/4 AV-18VS, 89.95. wavelength (or odd multiple of a 1/4 10/12/15/17/20/30/40/80 M AV-18VS wavelength) exists on all bands. High quality construction and low cost Approximately 250 kHz bandwidth at 2:1 make the AV-18VS an exceptional value. VSWR on 80 Meters. With the addition Easily tuned to any band by adjusting of a base loading coil LC-160Q or MK- feed point at the base loading coil. Roof 160A, it also provides exceptional 160 mount with Hy-Gain AV-14RMQ kit, Meter performance. The 24 foot tower is $89.95. 18 feet, 4 pounds. all rugged, hot-dip galvanized steel and all hardware is iridited for corrosion AV-14AVQ, $169.95. resistance. Special tilt-over hinged base for easy raising and lowering. 53 feet, 10/15/20/40 M 114 lbs. MK-17, $89.95. 17M add-on Kit. The Hy-Gain AV-14AVQ uses the LC-160Q, $109.95. 160 M loading coil. same trap design as the famous Hy-Gain MK-160A, $119.95. 160M 1500W kit. Thunderbird beams. Three separate air dielectric Hy-Q traps with oversize coils $ give superb stability and 1/4 wave reso- DX-88, 369.95. nance on all bands. 18 feet, 9 pounds. 10/12/15/17/20/30/40/80M New!MK-80, $79.95. 80 Meter add-on 160 Meters optional. kit for AV-14AVQ. Easy to install. In- All bands are easily tuned with the cludes pre-wound loading coil, hardware. DX-88’s exclusive adjustable capacitors. $ 80 and 40 Meters can even be tuned from AV-12AVQ, 124.95. the ground without having to lower the 10, 15, 20 M antenna. Super heavy-duty construction. The AV-12AVQ also uses Thunderbird 25 feet, 18 pounds. DX-88 OPTIONS: beam design air dielectric traps for KIT-160-88, $189.95. 160 M add-on kit. extremely Hy-Q performance. This is the GRK-88, $99.95. Ground Radial System. way to go for inexpensive tri-band per- RRK-88, $99.95. Roof Radial System. formance in limited space. 13 ft., 9 lbs. Roof mount with AV-14RMQ kit, $89.95. DX-77A, $449.95. AV-14RMQ, $89.95 10/12/15/17/20/30/40 M Roof Mounting Kit No ground radials required! Off-cen- The AV-14RMQ roof mounting kit ter-fed Windom has 55% greater band- provides rugged support for Hy-gain width than competitive verticals. Heavy- models AV-18VS, AV-14AVQ and AV- duty tiltable base. Each band independ- 12AVQ. Kit includes base plate, mast, ently tunable. 29 feet, 25 pounds. radial/guy wires and mounting hardware.

Model # Price Bands Max Power Height Weight Wind Surv. Rec. Mast AV-18HT $739.95 10,15,20,40,80 1500 W PEP 53 feet 114 pounds 75 MPH ------AV-14AVQ $159.95 10,15,20,40 1500 W PEP 18 feet 9 pounds 80 MPH 1.5-1.625” Antennas, Rotators & Towers AV-12AVQ $114.95 10/15/20 M 1500 W PEP 13 feet 9 pounds 80 MPH 1.5-1.625” 308 Industrial Park Road, Starkville, MS 39759 USA AV-18VS $74.95 10 - 80 M 1500 W PEP 18 feet 4 pounds 80 MPH 1.5-1.625” Toll-free Customer Sales Hotline: 800-973-6572 DX-88 $369.95 10 - 40 M 1500 W PEP 25 feet 18 pounds 75 mph no guy 1.5-1.625” • TECH: 662-323-9538 • FAX: 662-323-6551 DX-77A $429.95 10 - 80 M 1500 W PEP 29 feet 25 pounds 60 mph no guy 1.5-1.625” http://www.hy-gain.com AV-18AVQII $229.95 10-80M 1500WPEP 18 feet 12 pounds 70 mph guy 1.5-1.625” Prices and specifications subject to change without notice or obligation. (C) Hy-GainR, 2004. 56 Hy-Gain . . . Antennas, Rotators and Towers! QSTCatP57.qxd 10/16/2003 12:56 PM Page 1

Hy-Gain(R) Multi-Band PATRIOT Vertical Antennas 8-band vertical covers 40/30/20/17/15/12/10/6 Meters • No radials • No traps • No ground • No tuning • Handles 1500 Watts hy-gain’s new PATRIOT HF verti- cals are the best built, best performing hy-gainR AV-640 and best priced multiband verticals 8 Bands: 40, 30, 20, 17, 15, 12, 10, 6 M available today. $ 95 Make full use of your sunspot cycle 389Suggested Retail with the PATRIOT’s low angle signal. Call your dealer for AV-640, $389.95, uses quarter wave your best price! stubs on 6, 10, 12 and 17 meters and efficient end loading coil and capacity hats on 15, 20, 30 and 40 meters. Instead of typical traps, the AV-640 resonators are placed in parallel not in series. End loading of the lower HF bands allows efficient opera- tion with a manageable antenna height. No ground or radials needed -- Effective counterpoise replaces radials, end fed with broadband matching unit. Automatic bandswitching -- Single coax cable feed, each band is individually tunable, wide VSWR bandwidth. Sleek and low-profile -- Low wind surface area, small area required for mounting, mounts easily on decks, roofs and patios. Built-to-last -- High wind survival, matching unit made from all TeflonR insulated wire. Hy-gainR warranty -- Two year limited warranty, all replacement parts in stock. hy-gainR AV-620 AV-620, $289.95. Covers all bands 6 through 20 Meters AV-620/640 6 bands: 20, 17, 15, 12, 10, 6 M with no traps, no coils, no radials yielding an uncompromised Matching $ 95 Network signal across all bands. 289Suggested Retail Model # Bands Max Pwr Height Weight wind surv

AV-620 6B, 6-20 1500W 22.5 feet 10.5 lbs. 80 MPH

AV-640 8B, 6-40 1500W 25.5 feet 17.5 lbs. 80 MPH FAMOUS Heavy Duty HY-GAIN BALUNS BN-86, $79.95. Broadband 50 Ohm fer- BN-4000B, $109.95. Broadband 50 Ohm rite balun. Useable from 3 to 30 MHz. Beam current balun is potted to seal out Rec-ommended for all HF Yagi antennas. moisture. Rated at 4000 Watts for increased It provides improved front-to-back ratio. power handling capabilities. Range is 1 MHz Comes w/clamp to bolt to boom, SO-239 to 54 MHz. SO-239 connector. BN-4000D, connector. $109.95. dipoles. BN-4000N, $119.95. “N” connector. HF Multiband Hy-Q trap DOUBLETS ADJUSTABLE HF DIPOLE ANTENNA DP-2BDQ, $139.95. 101 feet maxi- mum length of dipole. DP-5BDQ, $139.95. 94 ft. max length. DP-2BDQ and DP-5BDQ are designed for horizon- DP-19PD, $279.95. 1.8-30 MHz, 160-10 Meters. Great for field day tal or inverted “V” rated at legal power. or anytime. Braided nylon wire rope with conductors woven in. Each are individually pretuned matched Pre-marked frequencies for easy installation. 100 ft. support rope traps for each band. 50 Ohm feed, coaxial cable not included. on each end and SO-239 (UHF) connector is on center insulator. HS-2400 HY-GAIN INSULATORS FOR MULTIBAND DIPOLE ANTENNA CONTESTER HEADSET CLOSEOUT SALE! $ 95 C-1, $29.95. 99 C-1C, $29.95. E-1, $6.95. Famous Hy-gain Ship Code A Center Insulator End Insulator Similar to C-1, headset/boom for multiband but has SO-239 for Multi- dipole antenna. antenna connector. band doublet antenna. Set of 2. mic. Regular price: $179.00. www.hy-gain.com 57 QSTCatP58.qxd 10/16/2003 1:02 PM Page 1

Hy-Gain VHF Vertical Antennas VHF-FM Beam Antennas V-2R 2 Meter V-4R UHF verti- These 2 Meter FM beam antennas include Hy-Gain’s exclusive $ 95 vertical $ 95 cal with 5.2 Beta MatchTM to provide exceptional Front-to-Back ratio and maxi- 109 with 5.2 109 dBi gain mum obtainable gains. The VB-23FM (8.3 dBi gain), VB-25FM Covers dBi gain Covers derived (11.2 dBi gain), VB-28FM (14 dBi gain), and the VB-214FM 138-175 MHz derived 400-475 MHz from dou- (15.2 dBi gain) gives you a wide choice of 2 Meter Beam from the famous V-3R ble zepp performance from which to choose. Accepts up to 2 inch mast. $ 95 extended double zepp 119 antenna VB-23FM VB-25FM antenna design. Covers design. $ 95 $ 95 Radiating elements are Type N, 49 59 5 216-225 MHz two collinear /8 waves handles 500 2 Meter FM 2 Meter FM fed in phase. 2 sets of Watts, 4 foot. Beam Beam 1 1 /4 wave radials properly 1 /4 Meter vertical w/5.2 decouple lower radiator dBi gain, double zepp from the mast. SO-239, design. SO-239, handles handles 500 Watts. 9 ft. 500 Watts. 6ft., 9 in. VB-28FM VB-214FM V-42R V-6R V-6R anten- V-42R is $ 95 $ 95 $ 95 independ- $ 95 na is based 79 89 169 ently tun- 204 on 2 coll- 2 Meter FM 2 Meter FM Covers 143- Covers 51-54 5 able at inear /8 Beam Beam 153, and 436- 144 and MHz wave radia- 455 MHz 440 MHz. tors. 500 Watt enclosed 1 Fed through one coax coil and 2 sets of /4 wave Model# F/B MAX Gain dBi Pwr Input Long el Boom Mast dia. Weight 1 cable, it has sets of /4 radials provide complete VB-23FM 20 dB 8.3 dBi 500 Watts 40.25 in. 43.5 in. 2.0 in 2 pounds wave radials which mast decoupling and opti- 5 VB-25FM 20 dB 11.2 dBi 500 Watts 39.625 in. 75 in. 2.0 in 3 pounds properly decouple /8 mum pattern and gain. wave radiators from the Rugged design for severe VB-28FM 20 dB 14 dBi 500 Watts 40.25 in. 148.75 in. 2.0 in 4 pounds mast. Gives 5 dBd gain weather, also DC ground VB-214FM 20 dB 15.2 dBi 500 Watts 39.5 in. 15 ft. 6 in. 2.0 in 6 pounds UHF and 3 dBd gain on lightning protector. 25 ft., VHF. Type N, handles 3 in., UHF female con- 200 Watts. 9 ft. nect, handles 500 Watts. 6-Meter DX Beam Antennas VB-66DX The VB- Model# Frequenc Gain dBi Pwr Input Wind Max Mast Height Weight $ 95 64DX V-2R 138-175 5.2 dBi 500 Watts 105 mph 2 in. OD 9 foot 6 pounds 264 and VB- Covers V-42R 143-153, 7.2 UHF 200 Watts 100 mph 2 in. OD 9 foot 6 pounds 66DX 436-455 5.2 VHF continuous 50-54 MHz V-4R feature a 400-475 5,2 dBi 500 Watts 230 mph 2 in. OD 4 foot 4 pounds concept in beam con- V-3R 216-225 5.2 dBi 500 Watts 100 mph 2 in. OD 6 ft. 9 in. 5 pounds struction that provides V-6R 51-54 5.2 dBi 500 Watts 80 mph 1.5-2.25 25 ft. 3 in. 15 pounds actual delivered per- formance equalling Hy-Gain VHF Ground Planes maximum theoretical gain. The 4-element GPG-2B GPG-2B is a 5/8 Wavelength Ground Plane for two meters is VB-64DX generates an $ 95 impressive 10.4 dBi 49 omni-directional and tunable from VB-64DX Covers 142-185 MHz. It delivers an omni- gain and the 6-element 142-185 MHz directional gain of 3.2 dBi. Handles $14495 VB-66DX increases the 100 Watts. Measures 4 feet, max gain to an unprecedent- Covers ed 12.5 dBi. mast mount accepted is 1.625 in O.D. Wind area 50-54 MHz is .30 sq. ft. Model# Frequenc Gain dBi Pwr Input wind area #Element Boom Weight GPG-1B GPG-1B is a 1/4 Wavelength UB-7031DX 420-438 19.8 dBi 2 kW PEP 1.9 sq. ft. 31 24.06 ft. 9.25 lbs. $ 95 ground plane similar to the GPG- 39 VB-215DX 144-146 16.4 dBi 2 kW PEP 2.75 sq. ft. 15 27.88 ft. 13.56 lbs. Covers 2B. It has unity gain, covers 144- VB-64DX 50-54 10.4 dBi 500 Watts 1.1 sq. ft. 4 12 ft. 10 lbs. 144-148 MHz 148 MHz. GPG-1, $39.95, is similar to GPG- VB-66DX 50-54 12.5 dBi 1.5kWPEP 1.8 sq. ft. 6 24.575 ft. 17 lbs. Oscar Link 435 MHz•145.9 MHz VHF/UHF DX Beam Antennas Hy-Gain’s Oscar Link antennas UB-7031DX Hy-Gain’s DX- are complete with the necessary $ 95 Series VHF/UHF phasing lines, relays and hard- 219 Beams are based on ware. Left and right circularity Covers the DL6WU ele- switching reduces fading. True 420-438 MHz ment length and RF switching elements are rated spacing and were further refined at 200 Watts and improved VSWR on Hy-Gain’s anten- VB-216SAT UB-7030SAT FB-217SAT for higher efficiency. Feed points na test range and by $22995 $22995 $11995 VB-215DX Covers Covers Crossboom are encapsulated, weather pro- $ 95 computer modeling. 144-148 MHz 432-438 MHz Assembly only tected for long life. The fiber- 229 Both beams feature glass crossboom maintains the integrity of the circularity pattern. Covers encapsulated weath- DB-218SAT, $559.95. The complete 2 Meter/ 440 MHz Oscar 144-146 MHz erproof feedpoints Link antenna system with crossboom assembly with necessary with type N connectors for excel- phasing lines, relays and hardware. lent VSWR and power handling. High quality mechanical construction is assured by heavy wall Model# F/B ratio Gain dBi Pwr Input # Element Boom Wind Weight booms and boom supports made of 6063-T832 aluminum tubing, VB-216SAT 25 dB 13.7 dBi 200 W PEP 16 168.75 in. 1.1 sq. ft. 7 lbs. stainless steel hardware, UV stabilized thick-shoulder element VB-7030SAT 25 dB 16.2 dBi 200 W PEP 30 134 inches .7 sq. ft. 4 lbs. insulators and PTFE coaxial baluns. 58 www.hy-gain.com QSTCatP59.qxd 10/16/2003 1:05 PM Page 1

MIRAGE . . . 160 Watts on 2 Meters! MIRAGE’S Most Popular ampli- B-2518-G entire cabinet. Draws 17-22A from 13.8 fier gives you 160 Watts of output $ VDC. Compact 12x3x5.5 inches. power for just 25W in from your 329 Suggested More 160 Watt 2 Meter Amps base/mobile rig! Retail The B-2518-G is ideal for your B-5018-G, $329. Like B-2518-G, but 20-60 Watt 2 Meter mobile or base station. for 10-50 Watt mobile/base. 160 Watts out You’ll talk further, longer, clearer on all for 50 W in. modes --FM, SSB, CW -- hear weak sig- B-1018-G, $409. MIRAGE’S most pop- nals better than you’ve ever before! You ular dual purpose HT or mobile/base 2 get low noise 20 dB GaAsFET pre-amp Meter amp. Get 160 Watts out for 10 W with an excellent 0.6 dB noise figure for in. For 0.2 to 15 Watt rigs Use RC-2, $45, pulling out weak signals. Remote Control. B-2518-G is fully protected with features Remote Control Head for Amps found in expensive commercial amplifiers. transmitting and kicks in 160 Watts of RC-1/RC-2, High SWR or excessive input power can power. Adjustable time delay give you $45.00. Remote con- damage your amplifier. Protection circuits smooth transmit/receive switching. Remote trols most MIRAGE automatically bypass your amplifier to pre- external keying. You can remotely control amps. Power On/Off, vent damage and LED lights to warn you. your B-2518-G and place it out of the way. preamp On/Off, switch for SSB/FM. 18 ft. TM cable (longer available with special order). Active-Bias System gives crisp, An RC-2, $45, Remote Control turns 3 3 1 Power On/Off and select SSB/FM. Extra 1 /4x 3 /4x2 /2”. 5018/2518/1018 use RC-2. clear voice in SSB mode! Others use RC-1, call mirage to verify. An Active-BiasTM System keeps SSB heavy duty custom heatsink spans the voice crisp and clear for fantastic operation. Power Curve -- Typical Output Power in Watts Other amplifiers using conventional bias methods tend to produce splatter and B-1018-G 40 60 140 150 160 160 ------distortion as power level changes. This B-2518-G -- 0.5 30 56 91 111 135 153 160 160+ -- TM amp with Active-Bias doesn’t exhibit the B-5018-G ------52 99 119 125 130 135 145 160 problem. The B-2518-G knows when you are Watts In 0.25 0.5 3 5 8 10 15 20 25 35 50 Mirage 150 Watts 6-Meter Amplifier Mirage 2-Meter 300 Watt Amplifiers FCC Type Accepted A-1015-G Get 300 Watts of brute power The A-1015-G is ideal $ for 50 Watts input on all modes -- for your 1-15 Watt Mobile 389 FM/SSB/CW. Ideal for 20-60 watt Suggested 2-Meter mobile or base rigs. Hear or Base Station Rig. Retail A built-in low noise weak signals -- low noise GaAs- GaAsFET receive preamp better FET preamp gives excellent 0.6 gives you 20 dB gain -- lets than dB noise figure. Select 15/20 dB ever gain. Heavy heatsink spans entire length of cabinet -- B-5030-G you dig out weak signals and $ score exotic DX on sporadic E! before! Extra heavy-duty prevents overheating. Power transistors are protected heatsink spans entire length of by our Therm-O-GuardTM. Fully protected from high Suggested739 You’ll talk further, longer, Retail and clearer on all modes -- FM, cabinet. Draws 18-22 amps at SWR and excessive input power. Has warning LED, 13.8VDC. Just 5 pounds, meas- smooth adjustable transmit/receive switching with remote external SSB, CW. Hear weak signals 1 ures 12Dx3Hx5 /2W inches. keying. Draws Power Curve -- Typical Output Power in Watts [email protected] VDC. Power Curve -- Typical A-1015-G Output Power in Watts. B-5030-G $739 -- -- 55 150 220 300 12x12x5”. RC-1, B-2530-G $759 30 95 140 250 300 -- Watts Out 6 22 42 63 84 98 122 142 150 Remote Control Head, $45.00. B-1030-G $739 80 225 270 300 -- -- Watts In .25 1 2 3 4 5 7 9 10 Watts In 1 3 5 10 25 50 223-225 MHz Amplifiers 420-450 MHz Amplifiers Commercial Grade Amplifiers Choose from 10 different All UHF models fea- PAC-30-130B models -- 20 to 220 Watts ture all modes: FM, $ out for 2 to 50 Watts in, SSB, CW, adjustable 329 $129 to $655. Extra heavy delay for SSB and Suggested duty heatsink spans the entire length of cabi- remote control outlet. Retail net. Protection circuits automatically bypass They also have a heavy your amplifier to prevent damage and an duty heatsink that spans entire length of cabinet, 50 Ohm impedance input Commercial Amplifiers are available for LED lights to warn you. Your expensive and output, 13.8 VDC voltage. D-3010-N -- 100 power transistors are protected from over- 150-174, 450-470 MHz and VHF marine W out/30W in. For 5 to 45 Watt mobile/base. D- bands, 70-100 Watts out. Most feature over- heating by Mirage’s exclusive Therm-O- 1010-N -- 100 Watt/10W in. For handhelds or GuardTM. Automatically shuts down and mobile/base. D-26-N -- 60 W out/2W in, for HTs. temperature sensing that bypasses amplifier bypasses your amp if needed. All Mirage C- when safe operating temperatures are Series have a 20 dB GaAsFET preamp. Amateur TV Amps exceeded; heavy duty heatsinks finned on 3 Industry standard ATV amps available. sides; and wide input power range. These D-1010-ATVN, $414. 82 Watts PEP out /10W in. amps were designed for two-way radio sig- Model # Price Input Output Current D-100-ATVN, $414. 82 Watts PEP out/2W in. nal commercial, mobile, or fixed location C-22-G $169.00 .1-5 W 3-36 W 5 amps MIRAGE D-Series Specifications use. All are FCC type accepted. C-211-G $369.00 .3-5 W 50-126W 25 amps Model # Price Input Output Current C-106-G $269.00 .3-15 W 3-60 W 12 amps MIRAGE Commercial Amplifier Specifications C-1012-G $369.00 .3-15 W 6-120 W 20 amps D-15-N $189.00 .25-2 W 3-18 W 3 amps Model Price Input Output Preamp Range C-2512-G $345.00 .3-40 W .5-120 W 18 amps D-26-N $289.00 .4-5 W 17-60 W 12 amps B34GC $159.00 .5-3 W 10-30 W Yes 150-162 C-5012-G $365.00 .35-55 W 3-120 W 18 amps D-100ATVN $419.00 0.5-5 W 15-52 W 20 amps Pac1070B $299.00 10-30 W 5-70 W No 150-174 D-1010-N $395.00 .30-15 W 5-110 W 20 amps C-1022-G $759.00 .25-10 W 40-220W 48 amps Pac15100C $429.00 5-25 W 5-100 W No 450-475 D-1010ATVN $439.00 1-15 W 5-100 W 20 amps C-2522-G $759.00 .25-30 W 1.5-220W 48 amps Pac30130B $329.00 10-30 W 1-100W No 150-174 C-5022-G $739.00 .35-55 W 5-220 W 48 amps D-3010-N $389.00 5-45 W 7-100 W 20 amps M120G $199.00 .1-3 W 10-25 W Yes 156-158.5 www.mirageamp.com 59 QSTCatP60.qxd 10/16/2003 1:09 PM Page 1

Mirage 2-Meter/440 MHz Amplifiers for HTs! Mirage BD-35 Handheld Dual Band Amplifier HT/Mobile Dual Band Amp BD-35 more powerful mobile or base -- 45 BD-38-G $ 95 Watts on 2 Meters or 35 Watts on 440 $ 95 159 MHz! Get 35 Watts out with just 4 Suggested299 Retail Suggested Retail Watts in! MIRAGE’s exclusive FullDuplex AmpTM BD-38-G lets you talk on a band and listen on another gives 70 Watts of brutal power on 2 Meters and 60 Watts on 440 MHz! Use your HT • 35 Watts Output band at the same time -- just like a phone conversation (requires compatible HT). or mobile, 250 mW to 5 W input. An Auto • All modes: FM, SSB, CW switch determines band. LED PowerGraphTM • Reverse Polarity Protection Features auto band selection, reverse polarity protection, on-air leds, single con- indicates output power, completely alive at • Free Mobile Bracket 70/60 Watts. Has 15 dB GaAsFET preamp, • Works with all HTs up to 8 Watts nector for dual band radios/antennas, free 1 with separate 144/440 MHz LEDs. 6 /2Wx • Auto RF sense T/R switch mobile bracket and more! Works with HTs 1 1 2 /2 Hx9D in. High SWR, over-temp and Add this MIRAGE BD-35 dual band to 7 Watts. Super compact 5Wx1 /2Hx5D inches. Draws 7 Amps at 13.8 VDC. reverse polarity protection. Free BNC to PL- amp and boost your handheld to a much 259 patch. Draws 15 Amps at 13.8 VDC. Mirage B-310-G . . . 100 Watts on 2 Meters 200 Watts on 2 Meters Reach distant repeaters . . . Log onto B-310-G Add this amp to faraway packet bulletin boards. $199 your 2 Meter HT or This rugged Mirage B-310-G ampli- Suggested mobile radio and get fier operates all modes: FM, SSB and Retail 200 Watts output. Talk further, longer, clearer! CW. Perfect for all HTs up to 8 Watts and B-320-G multi-mode SSB/CW/FM 2 Meter rigs. Has 15 dB GaAsFET pre- amp, works all modes $ 95 Built-in low noise GaAsFET receive pre- Suggested449 Retail amp gives you 15 dB gain -- lets you dig cable and mobile bracket! FM/SSB/ CW, high SWR out weak signals. SWR and Reverse Automatic RF sense Transmit/Receive protection, mobile mounting bracket, input Polarity Protection. switch. Remote keying jack. LEDs moni- level switch for selecting proper input Mirage’s integrated HeatsinkCabinetTM tor “On-Air”, high SWR, pre-amp, power. power from handheld or mobile radio. and whisper quiet fan gets heat out fast! Push buttons select SSB/FM, pre-amp, Low power input for handheld radios, 250 The results? An ultra-compact power. Draws 15 Amps at 12-15 VDC. mW to 10 Watts. High power input for 3 3 3 1 4 /4x1 /4x7 /4 inch 2 /2 pound amplifier that Full one year MIRAGE warranty mobile radios, 10 Watts to 50 Watts. delivers a super powerful 100 Watts. With MIRAGE’s legendary ruggedness, Custom wrap-around heatsink gives excel- Free 3 foot handheld to B-310-G coax you may never need our superb warranty. lent heat dissipation and attractiveness. MIRAGE 2-Meter/440 MHz Amplifiers for HTs HT Docking Booster B-34-G Custom wrap around heatsink provides Two Meter dock- B-24-G $ 95 excellent heat distribution -- runs cool for ing booster gives $11495 89 50 Watts out with Suggested Suggested extra long life. Reverse polarity protection Retail Retail can save your amp and your pride if you just 8 Watts in! connect power backward. 18 dB GaAsFET preamp, B-34 Automatic RF sense transmit/ receive on/off switch, On-air, pre- $ 95 switch makes operation super easy. Low amp and Xmit LEDs. 1 1 1 69 3 /4x3 /4x4 /4 in. Requires Suggested input SWR keeps your handheld safe from overheating. Individual pushbutton switch- 13.8 VDC. Auto band selection, Reverse Retail Polarity protection and much more. Add this MIRAGE amp to your 2 Meter es lets you select FM/SSB operation, handheld and get 35 Watts output . . . talk receive preamp on/off and power on/off. Choose an adapter to fit your handheld LEDs show On-Air, receive preamp on Adapter Manufacturer/Handheld Type further, longer, clearer . . . It’s the best HT 1 3 3 and power on. 5 /4x1 /4x4 /4”. Free mobile #MI-2 IC-2S/2SAT/2SR/3S/3SAT/3SR/24/W2/X2 amplifier $89.95 can buy! Here’s why: MI-3 ICOM W21/X21/W21T/X21T, etc. First-class strip-line techniques and mount bracket, hardware. B-34, $69.95. MY-1 YAESU FT-23/204/73/704/104/728, etc. modular construction gives superb RF per- Like B-34-G but FM only, less preamp, MY-2 YAESU FT-24/74/205/705/305/805/729, etc. 1 3 1 TH-25/25G/45/45G/55/75/77, etc. mobile bracket. Super tiny 3 /8x1 /4x4 /4 in. MK-1 formance and unsurpassed reliablity. MK-2 TH-22A/22AT/42A/42AT/59/79/79E, etc. Low Noise GaAsFET preamps MIRAGE Repeater Amplifiers Accurate SWR/Wattmeters 11 models to choose from -- continuous Read SWR directly and for- duty all mode ward, Reverse, Peak/Average FM/SSB/CW repeater power. Remote coupler. 1.8- amplifiers for 6, 2, 30, 50-200, 420-450, 1260- High gain 220 MHz, 450 MHz, 1300 MHz models. ultra low and ATV service. noise GaAsFET preamps for MODEL PRICE FREQ SWR sens Power receiving weak signals. Select- able gain prevents receiver inter- MIRAGE Repeater Amp Specifications MP-1 $235.00 1.8-30 MHz 1-2 Watts 2000 W Model# Price Input Max Out MHz mod. 15-22 dB gain. Less MP-2 $235.00 50-200 1-2 Watts 1500W than 0.8 dB noise figure, A-1015-R $579.00 .25-5 W 98 W 50-52 auto RF switching to 160W. Choose B-1016-R $629.00 .25-3 W 130 W 145-148 MP-3 $265.00 420-450 5 Watts 150 W In-shack or Mast-Mount models below. B-2516-R $579.00 .5-10 W 111 W 145-148 MP-4 $279.00 1260-1300 1 Watt 1/10/100 Frequency In Shack Mast Mount C-211-R $659.00 .25-.5 W 80 W 223-225 (MHz) $139 $195 C-1012-R $659.00 .25-6 W 96 W 223-225 Nearest Dealer/Free Catalog: 800-647-1800 C-2512-R $625.00 .05-15 W 90 W 223-225 28-30 KP-1/10M KP-2/10M Technical: 662-323-8287 Fax: 662-323-6551 50-54 KP-1/6M KP-2/6M D-1010-NR $689.00 .25-4 W 80 W 440-450 144-148 KP-1/2M KP-2/2M D-3010-NR $659.00 1-15 W 75 W 440-450 COMMUNICATIONS 220-225 KP-1/220 KP-2/220 D-100-ATVN-R $689.00 .25-1 W 52 W 420-450 EQUIPMENT 430-450 KP-1/440 KP-2/440 D-1010-ATVN-R $689.00 .25-4 W 80 W 420-450 300 Ind’l Park Road, Starkville, MS 39759 60 www.mirageamp.com QSTCatP61.qxd 10/16/2003 1:13 PM Page 1

Vectronics 2 kW Roller Inductor Antenna Tuner crank handle and a gear driven 5- delay controls. digit counter. A lighted dual movement D’Arsonval The HFT-1500 will tune ANY Cross-Needle SWR/Wattmeter displays real antenna . . . verticals, dipoles, SWR, forward and reflected power simulta- inverted vees, beams, long wires, neously at a glance. RF directional coupler SWL antennas . . . ANYTHING! is fully shielded for even greater accuracy. And its huge components make the The meter measures peak and average tuning ARC-FREE! power in the 300/3000 Watt scales. You can tune your SWR down Bargraph display and meter lamp require to the absolute minimum from 1.8 12 VDC adapter, included. to 30 MHz, including MARS and The antenna selector switch is a six HFT-1500 The Vectronics HFT- the WARC bands. Handles 2 kW position ceramic. Coax 1 is for tuned and $ 95 1500 Roller Inductor SSB PEP amplifier input power. tuner byass; Coax 2 is for tuned and tuner 459 Tuner has three continu- The bargraph is a 21 segment display bypass, bypass and balanced antenna. Ship Code D ously variable compo- that makes analyzing SSB power amazing- The HFT-1500 measures 5.5Hx12W nents -- two 4.5 kV capacitors and a roller ly easy. This LED meter shows your peak x12.5D inches and is housed in a beautiful inductor controlled by a precision crafted reading and has fully adjustable level and RF-tight aluminum cabinet. Weighs 10 lbs. VC-300DLP . . . World’s most versatile HF Antenna Tuner Vectronics 300 Watt Mobile Tuner VC-300DLP A backlit Cross-Needle Meter displays $15995 SWR, forward and reflected power simulta- Ship Code B neously. Reads both peak and average VC-300M Get power on 30/300 Watt scales. Lamp has $ 95 everything front panel switch and uses 12 VDC or 110 Ship109 Code B you’ve ever VAC with AC-12 $12.95. wanted . . . precise inductance control that An 8-position antenna switch selects 2 rivals roller inductors, the ability to match coax fed antennas, random wire/balanced The VC-300M Mobile Antenna Tuner any real ant-enna, full 1.8-30 MHz cover- line or built-in dummy load for use through is compact, lightweight, easy-to-operate age, peak reading backlit Cross-Needle your tuner or direct to your transceiver. and is our most economical tuner. Meter, 8 pos. antenna switch, built-in 50 Bypass position keeps SWR meter in line. It’s compatible with any mobile anten- Ohm dummy load, finest components and Use the built-in dummy load for testing na and any mobile HF transceiver and is world class quality. and repairing your rig, setting power level, compact enough to fit the most compact VECTRONICS’ exclusive Multi48TM adjusting your mic gain and more. car. It can also be used at home with inductor gives you forty-eight inductance Chemically treated aluminum case has dipoles, vees, verticals, beams or quads fed values -- you’ll get precision tuning that durable baked-on paint and scratch-proof by coax. rivals the most expensive roller inductors. color Lexan front panel. 10Wx9.5Dx3.5H”. Backlit dual movement meter simulta- Tune any real antenna 1.8-30 MHz, in- neously monitors power and SWR. Covers cluding all MARS/WARC bands. Verticals, 300 Watt Antenna Tuner 18 to 30 MHz. Handles 300 Watts SSB dipoles, yagis, quads, long-wires, G5RVs . . . with 21 Segment SSB Bargraph PEP, 200 Watts continuous, (150 Watts on Has 4:1 balun for balanced line antennas. VC-300D, $199.95. Similar 1.8 MHz). Measures 7.25x8.75x3.6 inches. Handles up to 300 Watts SSB PEP, 200W to VC-300DLP, but has deluxe 21 continuous (150W, 1.8 MHz). segment SSB bargraph feature. Weighs just 3.4 pounds. Dry Dummy Loads Low Pass TVI Filters SWR/Power Meters 1500 Watt dry Dummy Load 1500 Watts Low Pass DL-650M, $74.95. Handles TVI Filter 100 Watts continuous, 1500 LP-30, $69.95. Watts for 10 seconds to 650 Eliminates TVI by attenu- MHz. Ceramic resistor. ating harmonics at the SWR< 1.3. SO-239. source. PM-30 PM-30UV DL-650MN, $79.95 has N Plugs between trans- PM-30, $79.95, for 1.8 to 60 MHz. connector. mitter and antenna or tuner. Features nine Displays forward and reflected power and DL-300M, $44.95. pole Chebyshev design. Insertion loss is SWR simultaneously on dual movement 300 Watt dry only 0.25 dB at 30 MHz. 52 Ohm imped- Cross-Needle Meter. dummy load. ance. Handles 1500 Watts. True shielded directional coupler assures DL-300MN, $49.95 2500 Watts Low Pass TVI Filter accuracy. Backlit meter displays peak or with N connector. LP-2500, average power in 300/ 3000W ranges. DL-2500, $199.95. 2500 $139.95. Handles 5.3x5.75x3.5 inches. SO-239 connectors. Watts dry dummy load is fan up to 2500 PM-30UV, $89.95. Covers 144/220/ cooled. DC to 150 MHz. Watts key 440 MHz. 30/300 Watt ranges. SO-239. DL-2500N, $199.95 with N down. SO-239 PM-30UVN, $89.95. Type N. connector. connectors. PM-30UVB, $89.95. BNC connector. Tuned Active SWL Antenna Deluxe Iambic CW Keyer High Pass TVI Filters AT-100, $79.95. Portable compact antenna CK-200, $79.95. Speed, HPF-2, $29.95. is perfect for indoor use by itself or with an weight, tone, volume con- Installs between VCR outside antenna. trols, tune, iambic A/B switch and TV and cable TV or Tunes from 300 for 3 types of keying output, speed control antenna lead-in cable. KHz to 30 MHz 6-50 wpm, self-complete dots/dashes. Use Eliminates or reduces inter- including VLF, 9V battery/110 VAC. ference caused by nearby HF AM broadcast, KP-200, $59.95. Iambic transmitters. 6 meter notch. “F” connectors. all shortwave Key Paddles complete with HPF-1, $24.95. Same as HPF-2, no six and ham radio 1/4” plug and cable. KP- meter notch. Low loss in TV bands. 200, chrome base or KP-200B, black base. passband 52-550 MHz. www.vectronics.com 61 QSTCatP62.qxd 10/16/2003 1:15 PM Page 1

Vectronics high-performance electronic kits . . . fun to build and use! QRP Transceiver Kits for 80/40/30/20 Meters Vectronics’ Comprehensive Soldering Course give you VXO frequency control, broad- The best home-study soldering course available! banded transmitter circuitry, solid one VEC-1500K, $29.95. components for soldering practice. Taking Watt plus output, shaped keying, .3 uV sensitivity, direct conversion receiver. In- This professional-grade this course will results in professional sol- 3 3 cludes crystal for popular QRP frequency. 1 /4x 4 /4 1 soldering course was dering skills and fun blinking LED proj- x5 /4”. Intermediate skill level. Order VEC-1380K designed for schools and individuals. ect. Used & endorsed by universities, vo- (80 Meters),VEC-1340K(40 Meters),VEC-1330K Includes theory, quizzes, PC board and techs, high schools, businesses and others. (30 Meters),VEC-1320K(20 Meters), $59.95 each. Crystal radio set Kit lets you Shortwave Receiver Kit 20/30/40/80 Meter Receiver Kits relive the experience of early radio lets you listen to the give high performance! Covers pioneers. This baby really works! world! Covers 75/80, 49, entire band or tailor to cover Wind your own inductor, wire up the 40, 30, 31, 20, 25, 22, 19, desired portion. Copy earliest radio circuit without solder- 17, 16, 15 and 13 Meter bands. Explore AM, CW/SSB/AM. NE602/ 612 mixer- ing a thing and listen to the magic of radio that SSB, CW, WWV, RTTY and Packet signals. oscillator, LM386 high gain audio 3 3 1 needs no power. Put up an antenna, connect a Vernier reduction drive, smooth regeneration amplifier. 1 /4x4 /4x 5 /4 in. ground. Stations will come in amazingly loud control, RF stage. Includes all metal cabinet. 2 Moderate skill level. Order VEC-1120K (20 3 1 1 and clear. 1 /4x5x6 /2”. Has antenna wire, ear- earphone jacks. Use 9V battery. 2 /2x7x6 in. Meters),VEC-1130K(30 Meters),VEC-1140K (40 phone. Simple level. Order VEC-121K, $19.95. Intermediate skill level. VEC-102K, $69.95. Meters), VEC-1180K (80 Meters), $29.95 ea. Full featured CW Keyer Kit is the 2 Meter Monitor Kit receives 20/30/40/80 Meter QRP CW best electronic keyer bargain in radio! 144-148 MHz. Low noise, high transmitter Kits have variable Self-completing dot-dashes and dot- gain RF preamp gives you excel- crystal oscillator tuning, front panel dash memory forgive timing errors. Front panel lent 0.1 uV sensitivity. Air variable tuning switch selects 1 of 2 crystals. 1 volume/speed (3-65 wpm) controls. Weight capacitor has 8:1 reduction. Dual conversion crystal included. Transmit and superhet provides selectivity and stability. Receive switch. Connect receiver. adjusts 25-75%. Sidetone (300 -1000Hz) has 3 1 LM386 audio amp for external speaker. Iambic A Automatically eliminates squelch tails. Built-in 1 /4 x4x3 /2 in. Intermediate skill 1 or B, fully auto or semi-auto “bug” mode. Sleep speaker, squelch, tone, volume controls.19 /4” level. Order VEC-1220K (20 Meters), VEC-1230K 1 3 1 4 Mode battery saver. Use 9V battery. 1 /4x4x 3 /2 antenna. 9V battery. 2x4 / x4”. Intermediate (30 Meters), VEC-1240K (40 Meters), VEC-1280K in. Simple skill level. Order VEC-201K, $24.95. skill level. Order VEC-104K, $79.95. (80 Meters), $29.95 each. CW Memory Keyer Kit stores 512 Aircraft Receiver Kit tunes entire voice 2/6/10 Meter FM Receiver Kits let you characters in four 128 character aircraft band 118-136 MHz. Picks up air tune in the world of amateur radio repeater non-volatile EEPROM message traffic 100 miles away. Track progress action with these superb educational kits. memories. Carry on entire QSOs by of incoming/outgoing traffic in your Each covers the entire FM sub-band and just pressing memory message but- area, gain advanced weather information, and runs off your 9V battery. Experience what tons. True sinewave sidetone with soft rise and discover how the National Air Traffic System it’s like for ham radio operators in your area. fall time eliminates harsh keyclicks. Has all really works. Great way to learn about aviation. Plug in speaker or headphones for clear reception. 3 3 3 1 features of VEC-201K CW Keyer Kit. 1 /4x 6 /4 Use 9V battery. Drives external speaker/phones. 1 /4x4x3 /2”. Intermediate. VEC-1002K (2 Meters), 1 3 1 x5 /4 in. Simple. Order VEC-221K, $69.95. 1 /4x4x3 /2 in. Intermediate. VEC-131K, $29.95. VEC-1006K (6M), VEC-1010K (10M), $34.95 each. Tunable SSB/CW Audio Filter Kit has Shortwave Converter Kit converts AM AM Radio Transmitter Kit lets you set sharp four pole peak and notch filters. or AM/FM radios to shortwave receivers up your own AM station and broadcast Zero in with frequency control & adjust at a push of a button. Choose 2 1 MHz crystal clear programming from your stu- bandwidth for best response. Tune fre- bands between 3 and 22 MHz. Popular dio with you as the disc jockey. Choose quency from 300-3000 Hz. Notch is an out- 13,16,19, 25, 31, 41, 49 and 60 Meters interna- clear frequency from 530-1750 KHz. standing 50 dB. 1 Watt amplifier. Speaker/Phone tional bands. On/off bypass, NE-602/612 mixer- Standard line level or microphone input. 3 3 1 3 1 jacks. 12 VDC at 300 mA. 1 /4x4 /4x5 /4 in. oscillator IC and tuned input circuit. 9 V battery. Easy connection. Audio level adjustment. 1 /4x4x3 /2 3 1 Intermediate skill level. VEC-841K, $34.95. 1 /4x4x3 /2”. Intermediate. VEC-101K, $27.95. inches. Simple skill level. Order VEC-1290K, $29.95. Super CW Audio Filter Kit gives you 49 MHz Wireless Band Monitor three bandwidths: 80, 110, 180 Hz. FM Stereo Transmitter Kit lets you Receiver kit lets you explore connect your CD player, tape or other Eight poles gives super steep skirts weak wireless signals from miles with no ringing. Pull CW QSOs out of source and broadcast clear stereo pro- around. Baby monitors, cordless gramming on the FM band! Realistic terrible QRM! Plugs into phone jack to drive phones, walkie-talkies, wireless phones. QRM down 60 dB one octave from cen- grand movie theater sound! Use to intercoms and more! Electronic assist hard-of-hearing. Frequency ter frequency (750 Hz) for 80 Hz bandwidth. tuning covers just the 49 MHz band. Intermed- Improves S/N ratio 15 dB. Use 9V battery. adjusts 88-108 MHz. 9V battery or 5- 3 1 iate skill level. Order VEC-1016K, $34.95. 15 VDC. Moderate. VEC-1292K, $34.95. 1 /4x4x 3 /2 in. Simple. VEC-820K, $19.95. Super CW filter/ amplifier Kit has Emergency and Business Band 5 Watt 2 Meter FM transmitter Kit lets you powerful 1 watt audio amplifier to Receiver lets you gather news transmit voice and data -- AFSK data (up to drive speaker. 8 poles active IC filter- first hand -- tune in local fire, 1200 baud) and FSK data (to 9600 baud). ing uses cascaded low-Q stages. 3 police, ambulance, business, etc. Jumper select reactance or direct FM modula- bandwidths: 80,110, 180 Hz. Center Master 2-way radio lingo, operat- tors. Reliable Motorola NBFM Xmitter IC/PA transis- frequency: 750 Hz. Up to 15 dB. Use 9-18VDC, ing procedures and police 10- tor. Crystal controlled (x8 frequency multiply). -60 3 1 300 mA max. 1 /4x4 x3 /2 in. Simple skill level. codes as you find the “real story”! dBc spurs, harmonics. 12-14 VDC, 1.5A. 5-pin DIN 3 3 1 Order VEC-821K, $29.95. 9V battery. Intermediate. VEC-1012K, $34.95. mic jack. 1 /4x4 /4x 5 /4”. Difficult. VEC-1202K, $99.95. Super SSB Audio Filter Kit improves Voice Activated Recorder Switch 144/220/440 MHz Low-Noise readability with 8 poles, optimizes Kit can remotely and auto record Preamp Kits soup up your antenna audio bandwidth, reduces SSB splatter, conversations, speeches. Don’t waste system, pull in weak signals. Great low, hi-pitched interference, hiss, static tape by not recording silence. Plug in low-noise performance, immunity crashes, background noise. Use 9 Volt battery. remote recorder jack and it activates from damaging electrostatic dis- 3 1 4 2 1 1 / x4x 3 / inches. Simple skill level. Order when it hears speech. Built-in mic, on/off. Use charge. 1x1 /2”. Simple. VEC-1402K (144 MHz), VEC- VEC-830K, $19.95. 9V battery. Simple. VEC-483K, $19.95. 1422K (220 MHz), VEC-1444K (440 MHz), $17.95. Ni-Cad/Ni-MH Battery Charger Kit Counter Surveillance Monitor Kit lets High-performance 2 Meter Preamp Kit safely quick charges expensive batteries - you search out and remove electronic pulls weak signals out of noise. Boosts - no overcharging -- many in less than an bugs! Highly sensitive wideband receiver signals, provides razor-sharp bandpass filtering, elimi- hour. HTs, cell phones, camcorders, lap top. detector. Higher pitch audio occurs when bug is nates electrical noises w/built-in balun. 9-14 VDC. 3 3 1 1 1 /4x4 /4x5 /4 in. Moderate. VEC-412K,$49.95. near. 9 V batt. Moderate. VEC-8218K, $39.95. 1 /2 x3x1”. Intermediate. VEC-1402DK, $59.95. The GIANT Portable CD Amplifier Kit has 4 Book of The Giant Book of Electronic Projects Vacuum-Tube Preamplifier Kit lets Electronic Watt per channel amplifier. Plug in Projects, VEC-1901, $19.95. Includes 19 kits you enjoy the vintage sound of a real a portable CD player and a pair of 8 on this page. Building tips, com- life vacuum tube preamp. High degree Ohm speakers.Fill your room with music. 12V plete parts lists, parts placement,PC of even-harmonic distortion. Includes tube, 110 VAC

battery/12 VDC. Simple. VEC-1604K, $19.95. Volume I board layouts, test/alignment, more. power supply. Moderate. VEC-1680K, $99.95. 62 www.vectronics.com QSTCatP63.qxd 10/16/2003 1:15 PM Page 1

Product Index Product/Description Model Number(s) Page# Product/Description Model Number(s) Page# Product/Description Model Number(s) Page# Product/Description Model Number(s) Page# AMPLIFIERS ANTENNA STANDS MFJ-1918, 1904 42, 44 DIP METER MFJ-201 13 Pre-Selectors 1046/48/40B45C 26 HF Linear Amplifiers AL-811, AL-811H 47 ANTENNA TUNERS DUMMY LOADS Pre-Amp (MIR) KP-1/KP-2 60 HF Linear Amplifiers AL-80B/572/800H 48 HF Automatic MFJ-991/993/994 64 Dry 260C/N/264/N 9 Phone Patch MFJ-624D 22 HF Linear Amplifiers AL-1500/1200/82 49 HF Balance Line MFJ-994/994H 6 Dry (AME) ADL-2500/650M 51, 61 Pouches HF Solid States ALS-500M/600 50 HF kW (AME) ATR-30, ATR-20 51 Oil MFJ-250/X 9 Chest, HT 6200/18/15 28 Repeater Amplifiers X-xxxx-R 60 HF kW (VEC) HFT-1500 61 Oil (AME) ADL-1500/X 51 Analyzer, Reader/tutr 29C/39C/26B 11,12, Six Meter Amplifiers A-1015-G 59 HF kW 989C/986/962D 2, 3 FILTERS 17, 21 VHF/UHF Mobiles B-xx18-G 59 HF 300W 969/949E/948 4 Audio 722/751B/752C 24 Power Supplies VHF/UHF HT Amps B-xx-G, BD-35 60 HF 300W MFJ-945E/948 5 Analyzer MFJ-731 11 Linear 4035MV/4322/12 15 AMPLIFIER ACC. HF 300W (VEC) VC-300/DLP/M 61 DSP MFJ-784B/781780 24 Switching 4225MV/45/4125 15 Interfaces ARB-704/I2 51 HF 200W 971/41/901/16010 5 High-Pass 711B, HPF-1/2 9, 61 Portable 4015/4103/10/14 13,37 Electronics Bias EBS1/H 51 QRP 971/902/H/904/H 5, 6 Low Pass MFJ-704/702B 9 Receivers Inrush Current ICP-120/240 51 Six Meter 903/906/969/945E 4,5,6 Low Pass (VEC) LP-30/LP-2500 61 Shortwave MFJ-8100K/W 27 QSK Switch QSK-5 51 Travel MFJ-902/H/904/H 6 Noise Canceling MFJ-1025/1026 24 Aircraft/Marine 8214/8218 27 Tuning Aids 100/102, 214/216 10, 51 Tuner Extender MFJ-914 10 RF Choke MFJ-701 9 Rotators (HG) CD45/T2X/Hamiv 53 ANTENNAS Tuner Tuning Aid MFJ-212 10 2 Meter Intermod MFJ-713/714 37 Signal Analyzer MFJ-224 13 Dipoles (QRP) MFJ-177x 31 VHF/UHF (DB) MFJ-922 6, 38 GROUND, artificial MFJ-931/934 7 signal gnrator audio MFJ-5000/5004 14 Dipoles (Wire) 1778/1779/1777 7, 43 VHF/UHF MFJ-921/924 6 GROUND ROD MFJ-1934 7 Signal Tracer MFJ-5012 14 HF Beams (HG) TH-XXXX 54 ATTENUATOR RF MFJ-762 14 GROUND PLATE MFJ-1904 44 Software HF Mobile 16XXT, 1624 41, 42 BALUNS 911/12/13/14/18/9 10, 43 HT ACCESSORIES Sound Card MFJ-1296/1298 33 HF Mobile 1456/1624/162-68 41, 42 BALUNS (HG) BN-86/BN-4000 57 Antenna Clips MFJ-310/312 36 Packet, multimode MFJ-1284x/1289X 34 HF Portable 1661/1664/1621 42, 44 BEACON Monitor MFJ-890/890UK 25 Voice Mail MFJ-664 37 Speakers 280/281/385/382 23 HF Restricted 1786/88/21//1795 44 BATTERIES 92AAxx, 92AAAx 12 Intermod MFJ-713/714 37 Switches HF Verticals 1796/98/92/93 45 Battery CHARGERS MFJ-633/641X 12, 36 Pocket Repeater MFJ-662 37 Antenna 1700B/01/04/02/N 10 HF Verticals (HG) AV-XX/620/640 56, 57 BOOKS 46 HEARING PROD. MFJ-616/388/389 23 Foot Switch MFJ-1709 22 HT Rubber Ducks 171X, 181X, 1720 36 CABLES HEADPHONES MFJ-392B 23 Remote Antenna RCS4/8V/10/L 52 Screwdriver Manual 1661/62/64/68 42 Amplifier Interface PNPx 51 ISOLATOR MFJ-915 43 TNC/Mic MFJ-1272B/M 34 Screwdriver Auto(AM) SDA-100 50 Audio Accessories MFJ-5162/5163 20 KEY PADDLE Transmit/Receive MFJ-1708 25 Screwdriver Cntr Acc. 199/1925/1925-I2 41 Coax Patch 5803/06/18 5 Telegraphy MFJ-550 17 TEST EQUIPMENT 886/888/852/854 14 Screwdriver Cntr(AM) SDC/SDM/SWP 50, 52 Coax w/PL-259 MFJ-5850 43 Iambic Paddles 564/B/561/KP200 18, 61 805/850/762/5000 14 SWL 1020/1022/24/AT1 26 Code Reader - RS232 MFJ-5161 20 KEYERS 5004/5012/4105 14 Telescopic Whips 1952/1954/1956 42 Radio Control MFJ-5383X 34 Iambic 422/407/401/402/3 8 TRANSCEIVERS VHF-2M j-pole 1730 36 Packet to Radio MFJ-50XX 34 Iambic (VEC) CK-200 61 CW 90xx/91xx/93xxk 31 VHF/UHF Mag Mnts 1724/28/29/34/38/ 38 DC Radio Power 5535M/5512M 16 Keyer Chip MFJ-8045ABM 18 CW accessories VHF/UHF Mobiles 14XX 39 CLOCKS Memory Keyers 495/90/92/41/42/47 19 Data 8621/8631/9606 31 VHF/UHF Base 1740/50/68/1866/8 40 LCD 107B/8B/18/112B 28 Keyer/Memory Acces. MFJ-80/78/551 19 SSB 92XX 32 VHF/UHF Fiberglass 15XX 41 LED 113/117/116DC 28 KEYBOARD SSB accessories Six Meter Antennas 1762/56/66/1866/8 32, 40 Analog 125/115/105C/126 28 Computer Keyboard MFJ-551 19, 20 Six Meter FM 9606 32 Yaesu FT-817 Acc. 1899T, 18XXT 37 Atomic 132/31/33/124/22/ 29 CW Keyboards 495/464/452/451 20 VHF FM 8400K/W 25 ANT. ANALYZERS 21/23/130RC 29 KITS (VEC) VEC-XXXK/C 62 TV (ATV) XMTR MFJ-8704/8708 25 Analyzer Accessories CODE READERS MODEM, PACKET MFJ-2400 34 TOOLS 7220/7224/7246 22 Dip Coil MFJ-66 11 CW pocket reader MFJ-461 21 MIC/SWITCHES VOICE KEYERS MFJ-434, MFJ-73 30 Pouches MFJ-29C/39C 11 Multimode reader MFJ-462B/464 27, 20 Switches MFJ-1260/61/63 21 WATCHES MFJ-182/185/186 30 Accessory Packs 99C/99/B/C/98/b 11, 12 CODE TUTORS Desk Mic MFJ-297/299 22 WATTMETERS Frequency Counters 886/888 14 Code tutor accessories MFJ-26B 17 Boom Mic MFJ-393I/K/Y 22 HT Wattmeter MFJ-840/841 8 270-480 MHz MFJ-229/219B 13 Classroom Code tutor MFJ-414/554 17 MFJ-94XX Mic MFJ-290 32 Wattmeters 870/72/73/74/ 8 Custom Frequencies MFJ-220X 13 HT CW interface MFJ-552 17, 37 HT Speaker/Mic 292/3/4/5/282/285 35 860/62/64/844/817 8 HF Analyzers MFJ-207 13 Morse Code Oscillator MFJ-557 17 METERS 815B/812B/816 8 HF/VHF Analyzers 259B/249B/209 11 Pocket Code Tutor MFJ-413/417/418 17 AC Power Line MFJ-850 14 Wattmeter w/DL MFJ-267 9 HF/VHF/UHF Anal. MFJ-269 12 CONNECORS noise meter/power line MFJ-852 14 Wattmeter (AME) AWM-30/35 51 VHF Analyzers MFJ-208 13 Banana MFJ-7700/7709 16, 25 RF Current MFJ-854 14 Wattmeter (MIR) MP-1/2/3/4 60 Antenna Bridge MFJ-204B 13 Anderson PowerPoleR MFJ-11Cxx 16, 25 RFI Sniffer MFJ-805 14 Wattmeter (VEC) PM-30UV/PM-30 61 Antenna Duplexer MFJ-916 38 RF Connector/adaptor MFJ-77XX 25 Field Strength 801/02/2B/02R/2X 8 WEATHER STNS MFJ-192/S194/RS 30 Antenna Insulator MFJ-16C01/6D01 7, 43 COMPUTER intrfcs LIGHTNING ARRst MFJ-270/272 10 WIRES Antenna Insultr(HG) C1/C1C,E1 57 CW/RTTY/WeatherFx 1225/24/14PC/13 27 MULTI-outlets/DC Antenna 18Dxxx, 18Hxxx, 42 Antenna Mast MFJ-1910 43 Packet Controller 1270B/1278B 34 DC outlets/Accessory 1118/7/6/2/1124/26 16 18Gxxx 42 Antenna Mag Mnts 333/335/336S/T 39 Packet Controller Acc. 24/52B/43/44/780 24, 34 1128/1129 16 Coax MFJ-5850 43 Antenna Mounts 340/31/32/44/45/8 39 Soundcard 1273B/1275/1279 35 NOISE BRIDGE MFJ-202B 13 How to Order from MFJ Call 1-800-647-1800 to order sonal check, bank check or money Personal checks will be held 10 WARRANTY or for your nearest MFJ dealer; order to: MFJ, 300 Industrial Park working days upon receipt of order. 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A $10.00 $12.00 $25.00 $100.00 NO RISK ORDERING: Order REPAIRS/TECHSupport: B 12.00 20.00 30.00 150.00 any product “directly” from MFJ Send unit with copy of pur- C 14.00 25.00 35.00 200.00 Enterprises, Inc., Starkville, MS and chase receipt to MFJ Enterprises, D 16.00 30.00 40.00 250.00 try it for 30 days. Inc., 300 Industrial Park Road, E 18.00 35.00 50.00 300.00 If not totally delighted, we’ll Starkville, MS 39759. TECH: F 27.00 * 55.00 * cheerfully refund your purchase (662)323-0549 E-Mail: mfjcust- price (less shipping). No books or [email protected] All packages 1 lb. and under will be shipped by US MAIL for $6.00 software included. All prices and specifications are subject to change without notice or minimum charge unless otherwise specified. obligation. Not responsible for errors. Catalog09/64P/04 (c)2004 MFJ, INC. www.mfjenterprises.com 63 QSTCatP64.qxd 10/16/2003 1:17 PM Page 1

MFJ IntelliTunerTM Automatic Tuner Automatically tunes any antenna unbalanced or balanced . . . Ultra fast . . . 2000 memories . . . Antenna Switch . . . Efficient L-network . . . Matches 6-1600 Ohms at 300 Watts . . . 1.8-30 MHz . . . 4:1 current balun . . . Cross-Needle and Digital SWR/Wattmeter . . . Aural SWR meter . . . Backlit LCD . . . Remote control port . . . Radio interface . . . goes into action. Frequency is measured and relevant components values are deter- mined. Only those values are searched for ultra-fast tuning. For even faster searches, you can set the target SWR to 2 (settable 1.0-2.0). You can manually tune when you can’t transmit (for listening out of ham bands). Cross Needle and Digital SWR/Watt Meters Lighted Cross-Needle and digital meters lets you accurately read SWR, forward and reflected power at a glance. An aural SWR meter lets you hear the tuned SWR when you can’t see or read the meters. Turn on a highly visible, instant response SWR LCD bargraph when you need it. Backlit LCD Display An easy-to-read backlit LCD displays MFJ-993 SWR, forward/reflected power, frequency, $ 95 antenna 1/2, L/C tuner values, on/off indi- New! cators and other information. 259Ship Code B The MFJ-993 duty 16 amp/1000 volt relays and more. Remote Control Port IntelliTunerTM lets you It learns while you’re having fun Plug in the MFJ-990RC, $39.95, remote tune any antenna automatically balanced As you’re ragchewing, contesting or control and put your tuner at your antenna or unbalanced - - ultra fast. DXing, your MFJ-993 is learning! or elsewhere and control it remotely. It’s a comprehensive automatic antenna When you transmit, the MFJ-993 auto- The MFJ-993 supports radio tuner inter- tuning center complete with SWR/Watt- matically tunes for minimum SWR and faces such as the ICOM 706 series. meter, antenna switch for two antennas and remembers your frequency and tuner set- Interface cables are available. 4:1 current balun for balanced lines. tings. The next time you operate on that The MFJ-993 is a compact 10Wx2¾ MFJs exclusive IntelliTunerTM, Adaptive frequency and antenna, these tuner settings Hx9D inches. Use 12 –15 VDC/1 amp or SearchTM and InstantRecallTM algorithms are instantly restored and you’re ready to 110 VAC with MFJ-1316, $19.95. give you ultra fast automatic tuning with operate in milliseconds! Tune any Antenna over 2000 non-volatile revolving memories. Each of two antennas can learn and You can tune any antenna — dipoles, You get a highly efficient L-network, remember over a thousand frequencies and verticals, beams, phased arrays, inverted wide 6-1600 ohm matching at full 300 tuner settings. They are safely stored in vees, quads, random wires, mobile anten- Watts SSB/150 Watts CW, 1.8-30 MHz non-volatile revolving memory. nas, compact limited space antennas – coverage, Cross-Needle and digital meters, Highly Intelligent ultra fast tuning practically any antenna. aural SWR meter, backlit LCD display, MFJs InstantRecallTM first checks its A 4:1 true current balun lets you tune remote control port, radio interface, heavy- memory to see if you have operated this any balanced antenna - - horizontal loops, frequency before. If so, tuning is instanta- vertical loops, multi-band doublets, quads, 600 Watt MFJ Automatic Tuner neous and you re ready to operate. folded dipoles, Zepps. MFJ-994 If not, MFJs IntelliTunerTM algorithm - - New! $ 95 based on MFJ s famous SWR Analyzer 150 Watt MFJ Automatic Tuner Ship359 Code B technology - - kicks in. It measures the MFJ-991, complex impedance of your antenna. Next, $ 95 TM 219 MFJ-994, 600 Watt IntelliTuner ! it calculates the components it needs and Ship Code B automaticNew! antenna tuner. Similar to MFJ-993 instantly snaps them in. Then, it fine tunes MFJ-991, 150 Watt Intelli-TunerTM auto- but handles 600 Watts SSB/300 Watts CW, to minimize SWR -- you’re ready to oper- matches 12-800 Ohms. Does not have digital matic antenna tuner. Similar to MFJ-993 ate. It’s all done in a fraction of a second. but handles 150 Watts SSB/100 Watts CW, SWR/Wattmeter/LCD display, aural SWR When the impedance is within its meas- meter/audio feedback, antenna switch or 4:1 matches 6-3200 Ohms. Does not have digi- urement range, the MFJ-993 is the fastest tal SWR/Wattmeter/LCD display, aural current balun for balanced lines. Tuning automatic antenna tuner in the world. must be done at low transceiver power with SWR meter/audio feedback, antenna switch If it can’t accurately determine imped- or 4:1 current balun for balanced lines. the amplifier bypassed. ance, MFJ’s AdaptiveSearchTM algorithm PRSRT STD MFJ ENTERPRISES, INC. U.S. Postage 300 Industrial Park Road PAID Starkville, MS 39759 USA MFJ Enterprises, Inc. TO: