Palstar LA-1K firmware v1.04C

Palstar · Released Sep 9, 2026 · First seen Sep 9, 2026

Source: palstar.com

v1.04C is not the latest firmware for the Palstar LA-1K: the current version is v1.09E (September 9, 2026). Go to v1.09E

In short — summary by updatemystuff.com

Disables low signal level SWR and frequency detection during standby mode.

  • Low signal SWR and frequency detection disabled in standby mode

Written from Palstar's release notes, which are printed in full below.

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What's in this update

Remove low signal level SWR and frequency detect when in standby mode.

SPECIFICATIONS

  • SSB Power:
  • Power leve​ls up to 1000W
  • CW Mode:
  • 1000 Watts CW ICAS

FM/RTTY

500 watts

AM

  • 275 watts
  • Frequency Range:
  • 1.8 to 54 MHz
  • Display:
  • Color TFT touch screen
  • Input Drive Level:
  • 45W - 55W (All Bands)
  • Output:
  • 3 x RF SO-239 or Type N

ALC

  • Exciter power control
  • Gain:
  • 13dB + or - 1dB (nominal)
  • RF Sensing:
  • Auto Band Switching without Band Data Cable from transceiver
  • RF Output:
  • Vacuum RELAY T/R Switching
  • Power supply:
  • Internal Medical grade
  • AC power:
  • 100-125VAC 15A or 200-250VAC 10A
  • DC supply:

50VDC @42A

Power Devices: 2 x 5600H 600W LDMOS Auto-Protect: ​SWR/Short Circuit/Over Temp Cooling: Variable Speed Fans (3 speed) Intermod: Low IMD Distortion >-35dB Pure signal: Sample@+10dBm (Rear Panel@1kW output) Chassis: .090 ga. aluminium Top cover: .090 ga. aluminium powder coated Dimensions: 12.75" wide x 6.25" high x 16.5" deep Shipping weight: 27 lbs, 12.25 Kg Design concept: Full compatibility with the Palstar HF-AUTO autotuner Warranty: One year

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