[1000mp] Newbee ?

[John Merrill]

All the MkVs do that. The processor meter is useless. The best way is 
to set it by ear while keeping alc in it range.

John N1JM
On Jan 24, 2004, at 2:26 PM, Main wrote:

> I am playing with a new Mark V (four days new.), and so far, so good.  
> I have two question, though.
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> When I attempt to set up the processor the, ALC holds within range but 
> the compression meter only shows about 3 db of compression, even when 
> I put in enough to hear distortion in the headset monitoring side 
> tone. Adjusting compression to what sounds good in side tone gives me 
> good reports on the air. Do I have a problem or am I doing something 
> stupid?
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> I am also adjusting power to peak at about 150 watts.  Any comment on 
> what is a good peak power setting for SSB?
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> Thanks.  Great List.
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