Thanks for the advice Phil,
73's
ZS1X

Thanks,
What bothers me is that even if you put the MFJ between the tuner and the rig you then would still stand a chance to damage the unit as the SWR will be over it's limit while performing the tuning operation whether it's a manual or auto tuner.

Tom,
Thanks for the tip.  I will definitely look at this method.
I have moved this topic to the Elmer forum.
Best 73's
Dirk
ZS1X

Thank you Phil,

That makes sense.  However if the MFJ unit is turned off can it still cause damage even in the bypass mode while using the rig?

I would just like to cover all aspects before really start utilizing this unit.  There are two bands that are basically noise free here where I live and I therefore do not need the MFJ to be switched on when using these frequencies.  I would use it mostly on 40m where most of the noise is and the SWR there is perfect. 

So, if I do use the internal tuner and keep the MFJ unit switched off (bypass mode) while using these bands, can it then still cause damage?

73's
Dirk
ZS1X

Apologies, I posted this topic in the wrong forum earlier.  I am new to eHam.
Hi,

I recently purchased an MFJ-1026 Noise Cancelling Unit.  I am very happy with the results but wish to use the T/R function to switch this device into bypass mode when transmitting as this is highly recommended.  I have an FT-950 and as far as I understand I can use the TXGND and GND connection to switch the MFJ into bypass mode when transmitting.  Can anyone tell me if this is correct?  Do I have to use the Linear Din Plug connection or can I use the Tuner connection as well?  Also are these the correct connections that I mentioned?

They state in the user manual that you should not use the device with an internal tuner unless the SWR is below 2:1.  If the unit is switched into the off position, would it be ok to use the internal tuner then to tune bands that are slightly higher that 2:1 SWR?

73's
ZS1X
Dirk Lotz

Hi,

I recently purchased an MFJ-1026 Noise Cancelling Unit.  I am very happy with the results but wish to use the T/R function to switch this device into bypass mode when transmitting as this is highly recommended.  I have an FT-950 and as far as I understand I can use the TXGND and GND connection to switch the MFJ into bypass mode when transmitting.  Can anyone tell me if this is correct?  Do I have to use the Linear Din Plug connection or can I use the Tuner connection as well?  Also are these the correct connections that I mentioned?

They state in the user manual that you should not use the device with an internal tuner unless the SWR is below 2:1.  If the unit is switched into the off position, would it be ok to use the internal tuner then to tune bands that are slightly higher that 2:1 SWR?

73's
ZS1X
Dirk Lotz

I agree with all the posts made here.  DX Engineering is certainly a pleasure to deal with and I will recommend them to anyone!  I live in Cape Town, South Africa and my order took just over a week to arrive here and this was with USPS.  It was also packed very well and arrived here safely.  I had a simple query with regards to my order and it was sorted out by Bob and the team immediately.  This is what I call service with a smile.  Well done DX engineering!
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Dirk Lotz
ZS1X
Cape Town
South Africa