The ATS-4

A miniature 5 band CW rig with digital mode capabilities*

* Requires external digital mode decoder and display

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  • 80, 40, 30, 20 and 17 or 15 meter operation (17 or 15 meters selected at time of building)
  • DDS VFO for wide tuning range with crystal stability, 50 Hz tuning steps.
  • Single step or auto increment tuning
  • Sensitive, 0.2 uV receiver with very low internal noise for exceptional S/N ratio.
  • Selective CW filter with 4 crystal IF filter and audio band pass filter
  • Side adjust volume control for low profile case
  • Audio derived S Meter bar graph
  • Easy to use push button operation
  • LCD display with back lighting
  • Last used frequency restored when changing bands
  • Stores last used frequency and other operating parameters when turned off.
  • Battery saving auto shut off if not used for 15 minutes (can be disabled)
  • 4.5 to 5 Watt transmitter output on all bands (with 12 volt supply)
  • 2.5 watts output typical with 9 volt supply
  • - 43 dBc max spurious output
  • Built in Iambic A or B mode keyer with three message memories
  • Can convert Morse inputted via paddle to transmit as PSK31(an exclusive feature of this rig!)
  • PSK31 and RTTY possible using Pocketdigi software on a PC, laptop, netbook or PDA
  • 50 ma no signal receive current
  • 680 ma maximum transmit current at 12 volts
  • 7 to 12 volt supply required
  • Custom made aluminum case, painted and silk screened
  • Small size, 4.9" wide, 2.7" deep, 1" tall (about 1/3d larger than an Altoids tin)
  • Light weight, 6.3 oz.

NOTICE: This kit is recommended only for experienced builders with good soldering and mechanical skills. The extensive use of SMT (surface mount technology) parts also requires a steady hand.

Ordering information:

Note: quantifies are limited to an initial run of 100 units.

Price for kit, $225.00 USD.

SOLD OUT!

Sorry, I do not accept pre-payments so don't ask. This is a hobby and I can't keep track of that kind of thing.