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"Don Risavy, Jr.; NR4DR" <[log in to unmask]>
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So the tw1 is still being sold and what about the tw2?


-----Original Message-----
From: For blind ham radio operators [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
On Behalf Of Steve Forst
Sent: Saturday, October 04, 2008 6:17 PM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Re: TW1 is absolutely terrific!

Tom,

You shouldn't have to use that much power to tune up, and it really isn't 
great for the rig.

While using the forward and reflected power tones is pretty cool, all you 
really need to use is the swr tones   for tuning an antenna.   The forward 
power tones are used more by guys tuning  amps  for max power.

Have fun with the new toy.

73, Steve KW3A
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "T Behler" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Saturday, October 04, 2008 6:30 PM
Subject: TW1 is absolutely terrific!


> Hi, again, everyone.
>
> I just wanted to let you know that I spent this afternoon getting 
> acquainted
> with my new TW1, and it's an absolutely amazing piece of equipment!
>
> The sWR readings, as well as the forward and reflected power indications 
> are
> extremely helpful.
>
> Also, I have figured out how to use the TW1 with my old manual MFJ
> versatuner.
>
> It took me a while, but I did notice that, in order to tune an antenna
> effectively, I had to use close to 100 watts, in order to get clear tone
> indications of high forward power, low reflected power, and low SWR.
>
> I assume this is normal?
>
> On a related note, I have another question:
>
> I noticed that the TW1 has the capability to take readings on 6 meters.
>
> I am actually now thinking of ordering a TW2, and that has 6 meters also,
> doesn't it?
>
> Is six meters better on the TW1 or TW2, or doesn't it really matter?
>
> 73 from Tom behler:  KB8TYJ
> 

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