West Mountain Radio TARGETuner
MPN: 58425-1473
MPN:
$322.00
TARGETuner Mobile Antenna Management System provides a controller with intelligent automatic controls for the tunable mobile screwdriver antenna, and a Remote RF Module.
Out of Stock (On Order)
SKU: 11230
Categories: Amateur Accessories, Radio Accessories, Tuners
- Description
- Additional information
- Specifications
- Supported Antennas
- Package Includes
- Product Guides & Documentation
TARGETuner Mobile Antenna Management System provides a controller with intelligent automatic controls for the tunable mobile screwdriver antenna, and a Remote RF Module.
Performance
- Senses RF signal into the antenna
- No radio data link required for band selection
- Direction switch and motor control of speed and direction
- Programmable for stall current sensing
- Easy programming and memory capabilities
- Auto tuning
Capabilities
- NEW SWR Alarm: Audible alarm alerts user when measured SWR rises above usable threshold.
- NEW TTL Rig Control Serial Port: Allows TARGETuner to read the frequency directly from the radio using CI-V, CAT or serial rig control. The rig control port on the TARGETuner is compatible with these rig control cables: for Icom, for Yaesu.
- NEW USB Port: Allows for users to make firmware updates to the unit, as they become available from West Mountain Radio. Firmware updating requires a Windows PC and a micro USB cable.
- Digital display for basic transmission frequency and SWR read-out
- Manual tuning controls for monitoring antenna performance and adjustments
- Continuous sensor monitoring of vehicle movement, antenna icing and many other environmental factors
- Convenient and safe Powerpole® connectors for simple installation
TARGETuner Controller Unit
The control unit is an intelligent, microprocessor based, data and Pulse Width Modulated (PWM) Motor Controller that monitors the transmitter frequency and antenna performance, while managing the antenna motor speed and tuning accordingly.
- Auto-detect complete antenna position sensor range to generate the antenna tuning range.
- Sample, Store and Recall antenna tuning location data based on Transmitter Frequency and best SWR.
- Continuous monitoring of the Forward and Reverse Power Ratio (SWR) of the antenna system and continually adjust the tuning to provide the best antenna efficiency at the transmitter frequency.
- A PWM speed control for the antenna motor with Motor Current and Antenna Position Feedback.
- Motor control direction relative to transmitter frequency and SWR tuning to automatically seek a minimum SWR reading.
- Manual controls also offer the user the ability to adjust the antenna tuning manually, and store new data points for new and favorite frequencies.
The RF Sensing Module
This unit is to be mounted close to the Radio inline with the antenna feed.
- Frequency Monitoring and a Prescaler that monitors the frequency of transmitter.
- Forward and Reverse RF power detection to monitor antenna performance (SWR data).
- Grounding provisions and standard UHF connectors provided.
| Weight | 1.98 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 8.75 × 6.25 × 4.25 in |
| Brand | West Mountain Radio |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 58425-1473 |
Specifications
West Mountain Radio TARGETuner Specs
| Primary Power: | 13.75 Volts DC, 2.1 Amps Max, 33 mA Standby Internally monitored and Fused |
| Antenna Motor Voltage: | 13.75 Volts PWM Speed Controlled |
| Antenna Motor Current: | Monitored, and maximum current selectable 2.0 Amps Max (Intermittent) |
| Antenna Encoder Range: | 0 to 9999 |
| Frequency Range: | 1.800 MHz to 54.000 MHz |
| Frequency Readout : | Better than +- 0.01% |
| Useable RF Power Range: | 2.0 to 800 Watts |
| SWR Range: | 1.0:1 to 9.9:1 – auto level and ranging |
| Frequency / SWR Antenna Location Memories: | 30 |
| Weight: | 2.2 lbs |
| Dimensions: | Controller Unit – 1.3125″ H x 4.64″ W x 3″ D RF Sensing Module – 1.375″ H x 3.5″ W x 4.5″ D |
Supported Antennas
Supported Antennas
| Screwdriver Antenna Manufacturer | Motor Control | Sensor | Physical Connection | Notes |
| Alpine Antenna http://www.alpineantenna.com | 2-wire (12V DC motor) | N/A | Anderson Powerpole® | Positions cannot be saved in memory presets |
| Ameritron http://www.ameritron.com | 4-wire (12V DC motor) | Turns count sensor | Molex 4-pin * | |
| Diamond Antenna http://www.diamondantenna.net | 4-wire ** (12V DC motor) | N/A | Molex 4-pin * | Positions cannot be saved in memory presets |
| Eliminator Antennas http://www.eliminatorantennas.com | 4-wire (12V DC motor) | Turns count sensor | Molex 4-pin * | |
| Hi-Q Antennas http://www.hiqantennas.com | 4-wire (12V DC motor) | Reed Switch (2 pulses per revolution) | Bare wire ends | Positions cannot be saved in memory presets |
| K4POZ Screwdriver Antennas http://www.k4poz.com | 2-wire (12V DC motor) | N/A | Quick Disconnects | Positions cannot be saved in memory presets |
| Scorpion Antennas http://www.scorpionantennas.com | 4-wire (12V DC motor) | Turns count sensor | Quick Disconnects or Del City 4-Way Square Molded Connector Female (#74095) | |
| Tarheel Antennas, Inc. http://www.tarheelantennas.com | 4-wire (12V DC motor) | Turns count sensor | Molex 4-pin * |
* Mates directly to TARGETuner
** Older models may be 2-wire
Quality Declaration
This product has been tested to comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules for a Class B computer peripheral and digital device for use in the home and office. This testing is done to ensure the product does not generate RF interference.
Product designed, tested and used by ham radio operators onsite.
Package Includes
In the Box:
- TARGETuner Controller Unit
- RF Sensing Module
- Shielded RJ-45 Cable, 6 ft.
- PL-259 Coaxial Jumper
- Molex 03-06-2044 with pins
- Powerpole® Extension Cable, 6 ft.
- TARGETuner Manual