Tom,

By using the SWR function on your TW1 in the tone mode, you can tune your 
tuner for the lowest pitch tone which will be of course the lowest SWR.  In 
order to adjust your tuner, you will have to transmit a signal on the air.

With the MFJ or Vectronics tuner aid, you do not have to put a signal on the 
air.

It must be noted that the tuner aid is rated at 300 watts or less.  You 
would insert this right after your transceiver and adjust your tuner while 
bypassing your linear amp, if you have one.

73

Howard #3

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Tom Behler" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Thursday, August 29, 2013 12:13 PM
Subject: MFJ Noise Bridge General Quiry


> Hi, all.
>
> Please forgive this quiry, since I'm certain that, for many on the list, 
> it
> is rather elementary.
>
> The recent discussion of the MFJ noise bridge, and its possible
> discontinuation, is making me want to learn more about the product and its
> potential usefulness for me.
>
> Right now, when I am working with antennas and my Tentech 238A manual 
> tuner,
> I use the LDG TW1 to measure SWR, and both forward and reflected power.
> Although I do find the TW1 to be less-than-totally accurate, especially on
> the lower bands in comparison to the SWR/watt meter on my TS590, it has 
> been
> sufficient in meeting  my needs at least for the most part.
>
> Is there a compelling reason why I might want to consider purchasing the 
> MFJ
> noise bridge?  In other words, what could it help me with that the TW1 is
> unable to do?
>
> Of course, one could always make the argument that the MFJ noise bridge
> could serve as a useful back-up, should my TW1 die, which may be a good
> enough argument in and of itself.
>
> Just thinking out loud here, I guess.
>
> Tom Behler: KB8TYJ