[TowerTalk] SWR is what SWR meter measures

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Gene Bigham wrote:
> But can I ask, "What is the difference in perception at the receive end of a HF wireless signal transmitted with an antenna measured that has a 2:1 (impedance either high or low) SWR versus an antenna that has a measured SWR of 1:1.2 or so - given you are working with the same antenna AND given your modern rig does not power reduce prior to 2:1 SWR?"
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Assuming the SWR is correct, you will lose 4% of the power
transmitted. Say 40 watts at one KW out.

73
Ed