My choice is the Daiwa CN-801HP. I did the jumper mod that was in QST
some time ago. That allows it to read SWR when in PEP mode. Otherwise in
PEP mode it only indicates forward power. The peak hold feature is nice
and works well.
I also found that calibrating all the ranges of 20 watts, 200 watts and
2000 watts in both AVG and PEP modes as well as the reflected ranges makes
it as
accurate as my Bird 43P. There are 9 calibration pots, being 3 for each
power range in AVG, and 3 for each power range in PEP and three for each
power range in reflected mode. Except with the Bird I have to have at
least 6 slugs to cover the frequency and power values.
73
Bob, K4TAX
----- Original Message -----
From: "K8JHR" <jrichards@k8jhr.com>
To: "Discussion of Ten-Tec Equipment" <tentec@contesting.com>
Sent: Sunday, July 13, 2014 9:30 PM
Subject: [TenTec] Model 1225 SWR and Wattmeter Kit
I built the TT Model 1225 SWR/Wattmeter kit, which is specified to operate
between 1.8 and 30 MHz. It works best between 3 and 21 MHz, and is just OK
on 160 and 10 meters. OK, no surprise, that IS a long reach for a single
meter. In spite of the specifications...
Has anyone tried using it on 6 meters (50 MHz)?
If so, how did it work for you?
My example does not work outside the specified range, although I figured
it might be at least somewhat, sorta, kinda, useful as a general
indicator, but that is not the case. So, I am wondering if anyone else
has had a better experience with it under this scenario. If not, I
suppose my Brand X meter will suffice to monitor my 6 meters
transmissions.
A reliable ham recommends the current Daiwa 801 series meters. Does
anyone have a better idea for an inexpensive (defined as costing less than
$200) meter that can measure HF and 6 meters? The Daiwa model costs
around $150, and seems to be the leading contender.
Does anyone think the TT Model 1225 could be modified or adjusted to
measure 6 meter transmission accurately (understanding that might prevent
it from reading lower HF bands correctly) ?
Any other ideas?
----------------- Thanks! - K8JHR -----------------
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