User Manual
CO1-2 Combiner
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We congratulate you on the choice of the Combiner CO1-2.
With this device you can add the power of two linear amplifiers, even those not
produced by SPE.
It is recommended that amplifiers not produced by SPE are as equal to each other
as possible to avoid that the strong difference in power between the two is
dissipated by the balancing resistance contained in the Combiner itself.
In regards to SPE production amplifiers, thanks to the unique use of ALC, the
difference in output of the two amplifiers is automatically reduced to the
minimum (the highest output is reduced to approximately the same output as the
less powerful amplifier) in order to make the dissipation of the balancing
resistance insignificant.
In addition, all Expert amplifiers retain their characteristics such as CAT control,
use of the internal ATU, and the ability to select up to six antennas (see chapter
3.3).
The Combiner CO1-2 optimizes the investment of the station as it allows the
increase of the power in successive steps whilst still maintaining the two
separate amplifiers available for DXpeditions or field days.
The device is not managed by software, so no upgrading will ever be necessary.
IMPORTANT
Before installing and using the equipment, we recommend that you read the
instructions in this manual carefully.
Failure to follow these instructions will result in voiding the warranty.
Keep the manual, it contains important information regarding the safety and
correct use of the Combiner.
HOW TO READ THIS MANUAL
The manual can conceptually be divided into three parts:
• First part, from chap. 1
to chap.3.
Shows the main features of the CO1-2 and how to connect it.
• Second part, from chap. 4
to chap. 5.
Describes how to operate and maintain the CO1-2.
•
Third part, chap. 6.
Describes the use of the software provided for remote control of the two Expert
amplifiers used.
