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MATCH⚡ALL All Band Amateur Radio High-Frequency Automatic Antenna Matcher Terramar Systems * Something acquired at an estate sale to offer here on eBay. It has a serious professional look about it. Heavy metal housing. It weighs in a little over a pound and a half. Online research reports this is circa the early 90s. The only review I found claimed: "That the device was a scam and nothing more than a dummy load." As far as research that's way too small of a sample size to reach a definite conclusion. Was the one reviewed defective? Were the peripherals in the required condition? An old advertisement for the MATCH-ALL found online: "Match All Amateur Automatic Antenna Matcher is a solid-state, non-resonant, broadbanded, constant impedance, induction coupled, traveling wave-type antenna matching device using the latest Maxcom technology adapted to the amateur bands. Match All does not depend on resonant lengths of radiating wire or elements to attain proper tuning and radiating results. Also unnecessary are activating RF input signals, control leads or DC voltages to instantly match virtually any antenna configuration on all high frequency amateur bands including WARC and MARS. Do not be fooled by an apparent reduction in "S" meter levels when installing a Match All. Being grounded instruments, large amounts of atmospheric noises are eliminated and HF radio becomes a joy to your ears rather than a crackling. Match All works best as a dipole or grounded longwire; however, marine, avionics and automotive mobile uses can also be accommodated. Simply call our technical support people at 305-523-3123 for prompt, intelligent information. Probably the most important aspect of installing your new Match All is to use a new coax feedline and fully-soldered connectors. The matching instrument must see 50 ohms at the coax input, and dirty, corroded connectors or aged coax will not allow the Match All to work properly. After connecting the feedline to the matcher (without grease or sealants), you must apply the provided Coax-Seal as directed on the envelope. These simple precautions will ensure many years of faultless operation. We regret the seemingly small amount of technical information provided to you. The fact is the Match All instrument is inherently simple to install in nearly all antenna installations and, once installed, will never need adjustments, tune-ups or maintenance. In order to provide a high quality instrument at an affordable price, we decided to present only necessary, basic information. At the same time, we remain ready and able to answer questions unique to your particular installation whenever you need it. Here's to your increased enjoyment of the wonderful world of HF radio. Terramar Systems Company" * Usability is unknown and this is offered 'AS IS' without returns. International buyers --Please note: Import duties taxes and charges are not included in the item's price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying.