*NEW* HF Auto Antenna Tuner 1000W… and It BLEW Me Away

Can a $300 Chinese 1000-watt auto tuner actually compete with the big brands? In this video I take a first look at the ATR1000 and test its Wi-Fi control, tuning speed, and features. Can a budget 1000-watt automatic antenna tuner actually compete with the big-name brands? In this video, I take a first look at the ATR-1000 Auto HF Antenna Tuner and honestly… I came away pretty impressed. I recently picked up an Ameritron AL-811H amplifier at a hamfest, which meant my old MFJ tuner just wasn’t going to cut it anymore. That sent me down the rabbit hole looking for a higher-power tuner that wouldn’t completely destroy my wallet — and that’s how I ended up with the ATR-1000. In this video I’ll show you: ✅ Initial setup and menus ✅ SWR tuning performance ✅ Built-in Wi-Fi control ✅ Phone and PC remote operation ✅ Firmware update process ✅ Meter displays and tuning options ✅ Memory functions and features ✅ My honest first impressions One of the biggest surprises was just how feature-packed this tuner is for around $300. Wi-Fi control, browser access, PC software, memories, fast tuning, and 1000-watt capability is pretty wild at this price point. I’m currently testing it with my Xiegu radio, but in an upcoming video we’ll put it to the real test with the Ameritron amplifier running higher power through my 991A. If you enjoy ham radio reviews, station upgrades, amplifier projects, antennas, and real-world amateur radio testing, make sure to subscribe and hit the bell so you don’t miss future videos! 73, The Electron Man – N5AJY To Help Support the Channel: My Amazon Gift Wishlist https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls... I am an amazon associate if you use the links provided, I do receive a small commission at no extra cost to you which helps me out on the cost of making videos