Don't forget, the wave node is still out there for those of you who don't 
mind having the meter connected to your computer. I don't know form 
experience how well it works, but I"m told it's good. and accessible.
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "T Behler" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Tuesday, September 30, 2008 7:02 PM
Subject: Re: a couple of TW1 questions


>    That's a good question about Remy Simmard.
>
> As many of you know, I have been using his SWR talking unit for a number 
> of
> years, and I have both the HF and VHF modules.
>
> It is a bit cumbersome to use, though, which is why I have decided to go 
> for
> a TW1 at least for now.
>
> The TW1 will give me forward and reflected power, and also the continuous
> tone for tuning, which Remy Simmard's units don't do.
>
> I'm thinking about  selling my set from Remy Simard, once I get the TW1, 
> so
> I could then put that money toward a Tw2, but that's a bit down the road 
> at
> this time.
>
> 73 from Tom Behler:  KB8TYJ
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Colin McDonald" <[log in to unmask]>
> To: <[log in to unmask]>
> Sent: Tuesday, September 30, 2008 12:38 PM
> Subject: Re: a couple of TW1 questions
>
>
>> yep.  That's why it was wishful thinking instead of a realistic option.
>> it would just be nice to be able to do that, not actually feasible.
>> I wonder if the guy in quebec will start making his talking modules again
>> now that LDG has discontinued the tw1/tw2.
>> 73
>> Colin, V A6BKX
>> ----- Original Message ----- 
>> From: "Butch Bussen" <[log in to unmask]>
>> To: <[log in to unmask]>
>> Sent: Tuesday, September 30, 2008 9:06 AM
>> Subject: Re: a couple of TW1 questions
>>
>>
>>>
>>> It isn't the chip that limits the frequency range of the tw1.  It is
>>> such things as the sensing circuit, response of the diodes, reactance of
>>> the coupling and so forth.  A lot more complicated than just a chip.
>>> Think about it, that is why manufacturers like byrd have different
>>> elements for different bands.  That is why you have to switch bands on
>>> the tw2 for 2m, 220 and 440.  Diodes and circuits respond different at
>>> different frequencies.
>>> 73s
>>> Butch Bussen
>>> wa0vjr
>>>
>>> On Mon, 29 Sep 2008, T Behler wrote:
>>>
>>> >    Colin:
>>> >
>>> > Have you or anyone tried that new upgraded chip, and is it worth it?
>>> >
>>> > Also, I agree that it'd be nice if you could get a better chip for the
>> TW1
>>> > that would do at least 2 meters as well.
>>> >
>>> > 73 from Tom Behler:  KB8TYJ
>>> >
>>> > ----- Original Message -----
>>> > From: "Colin McDonald" <[log in to unmask]>
>>> > To: <[log in to unmask]>
>>> > Sent: Monday, September 29, 2008 7:41 PM
>>> > Subject: Re: a couple of TW1 questions
>>> >
>>> >
>>> >> yes, it means you can upgrade the chip to a better one if you want 
>>> >> to.
>>> >> Not all chips are created equal, and for cost reasons, the
>>> >> manufacturer
>>> >> likely uses the lowest grade chip they can get away with.  So, for
>> better
>>> >> stability, and better accuracy, you can buy a higher quality, more
>>> >> expensive
>>> >> chip and swap it out.
>>> >> I really wish it meant you could swap in another chip that would 
>>> >> allow
>> for
>>> >> the VHF/UHF ranges in the tw1.
>>> >> 73
>>> >> Colin, V A6BKX
>>> >>
>>> >> ----- Original Message -----
>>> >> From: "T Behler" <[log in to unmask]>
>>> >> To: <[log in to unmask]>
>>> >> Sent: Monday, September 29, 2008 5:18 PM
>>> >> Subject: a couple of TW1 questions
>>> >>
>>> >>
>>> >>>
>>> >>> Hi, all.
>>> >>>
>>> >>> Well, I ordered my TW1 talking SWR and Watt meter today from W4RT
>>> >>> Electronics.
>>> >>>
>>> >>> So, hopefully, I'll get it within a week or so.
>>> >>>
>>> >>> I do have a couple of questions though:
>>> >>>
>>> >>> 1.  An upgrade  to the TW1 is discussed on the W4RT web page, but
>>> >>> it's
>>> >>> unclear to me as to what the upgrade is.  Here's the quote from the
>> web
>>> >>> page:
>>> >>>
>>> >>> "The TW-1 is microprocessor controlled, and can easily be upgrade in
>> the
>>> >>> field with a simple chip exchange. It requires 11 - 15 volts DC at
>>> >>> 200
>> mA
>>> >>> maximum, but consumes almost no current when not speaking."
>>> >>>
>>> >>> Anyone know what this upgrade is referring to?
>>> >>>
>>> >>> 2.  Does anyone have a text-based manual for the TW1?  Or, is it
>>> >>> available
>>> >>> on icanworkthisthing.com?
>>> >>>
>>> >>> Thanks, and 73 from Tom Behler:  KB8TYJ
>>> >>>
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