Well, thanks for that, Bob.
That is an interesting observation, especially given that it was taken with
a dummy load.
I have a dummy load here that I might just put in line and test as well, now
that you have peaked my curiosity.
73 from Tom Behler: KB8TYJ
----- Original Message -----
From: "Bob Martin" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Tuesday, October 11, 2011 9:09 PM
Subject: Re: Which SWR meter is more accurate?
> Hi, Tom:
>
> I have a commercial dummy load that reportedly cost $1,300 and is
> certified
> to be better than plus or minus 00.5 percent accurate. With that load, my
> LDG-2 shows 1.2 to 1 standing wave while my ICOM 746Pro reports 1 to 1. I
> used 3 different 99-13 patch cables. Don't think that helps other than
> perhaps to provide you another reference to ponder.
>
> 73:
> Bob Martin
> KC3FI
> EchoLink Node - 55127
> Please visit http://www.wan-leatonks.net.
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Tom Behler" <[log in to unmask]>
> To: <[log in to unmask]>
> Sent: Tuesday, October 11, 2011 7:53 PM
> Subject: Which SWR meter is more accurate?
>
>
>> Hi, folks.
>>
>> As you all know, I have been trying to work with and troubleshoot my
>> Carolina Windom 160 Compact antenna, and as I have done this, I have
>> noticed
>> something interesting.
>>
>> The SWR readings on my LDG TW1 and the TS590 seem to differ at times.
>>
>> This brings up the question: Which meter is likely to be more accurate?
>> Sometimes, MY SWR's can vary more than 1 SWR unit from the LDG to the
>> TS590, with the LDG routinely being higher. For example, at the very top
>> of
>> 40 meters, for the Windom, my LDG TW1 reports a 4.3 to 1 SWR, while the
>> TS590 meter reports 3.0 to 1.
>>
>>
>> My current set-up is as follows:
>>
>> My ts590 is connected to my Ameritron AL811H amplifier, which is then
>> connected to the LDG TW1, and the TW1 output is connected to my Tentech
>> 238A
>> manual tuner.
>>
>> All of my antennas are connected to the output ports on the Tentech
>> manual
>> tuner.
>>
>> All readings are being taken with the auto tuner off in the TS590.
>>
>> I'd be interested in experiences others have had.
>>
>> 73 from Tom Behler: KB8TYJ
>
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