[Elecraft] Elecraft KAT100 ATU Released

[Eric Swartz WA6HHQ - Elecraft]

We have just added the new KAT100 150W external ATU (also QRP ready) for the
K2 and K2/100 to our web page and order forms at http://www.elecraft.com

The direct link for the KAT100 page is: 
http://www.elecraft.com/kat100/kat100_page.htm

We will be introducing the KAT100 for sale next week at the Pacificon ARRL
convention in Concord, CA, Oct. 19th.

The KAT100 is an ideal match for the K2/100, and will also work with the K2.
It can easily handle 150 watts, and its 10 LEDs accurately monitor SWR
during transmit. Like the KAT2, the KAT100 includes two antenna jacks--it's
like having two ATUs in one. 

Because of its tight integration with the K2, the KAT100 offers many
advantages over other external auto-tuners:

Low profile (1.2" high) design -- same footprint as the K2. 

L/C settings stored in EEPROM--instant recall on band or antenna change 

Matches 10:1 SWR loads. 

Automatic power reduction when TUNE is pressed 

Dual-range bridge allows tune-up with as little as 0.2 watts 

Direct display of power, SWR, and other data on the K2's LCD 

Interfaces directly with the K2 via the AUX port (DB9 + 'Y' cable on KPA100
or KIO2). 

Same K2 control and menu features as the KAT2 QRP tuner. 

The low-profile KAT100-1 ($239) can be placed beneath the K2, while the
full-height KAT100-2 ($219) is intended for side-by-side arrangement with
the K2 and mounts inside the EC-2 project enclosure. The KAT100-2 includes
front and rear panels that match our EC2. (EC2 sold separately.)

Pre-wound toroids for the KAT100 kit are also available from Mychael, AA3WF.
There is a link on our KAT100 page to his order form.

73, Eric   WA6HHQ