Topband: Re: S-meter

[Doug Waller]

>My big wish is that we'd always do the S meter reality check..... I want to 
>know just how strong my signals are... not an ego boost!


I wish the equipment manufacturers would give us two S-meter selections via 
front panel switch, or menu....... one as it is now, the other a true Db 
reading S-meter.  My MP S-meter is anything but linear at the different 
signal levels, and the 6-12-18 dB attenuator method just doesn't get it.  I 
am using an MP S-meter conversion chart for approximations.

Another wish-list item is that all reporters of DX station receptions, would 
add the reception azimuth of the DX station, from their location, if 
available.  It is facinating to have such information on Topband.

73, Doug / NX4D