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Old August 21st 09, 08:05 PM posted to rec.radio.amateur.antenna
Michael Coslo Michael Coslo is offline
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Default MFJ-269 Antenna Analyzer experience

Ian Wade G3NRW wrote:
From: Michael Coslo
Date: Fri, 21 Aug 2009 Time: 09:51:05

I tend to make my SWR readings right at the antenna, whenever
possible. That length of coax to the xceiver will only make it look
better in most cases.

- 73 de Mike N3LI -


Mike,

With the 4170 I can calibrate the instrument to compensate for the
feeder impedance. After calibration, the indicated impedance at the TX
end of the feeder is actually the antenna feedpoint impedance. This
makes life a *lot* easier.


Oaky, well good enough. My vertical uses a stub on the feedline, so I
have to be out there anyhow.with a connector in the line. Seems like 6
of one, half dozen of the other situation.

- 73 De Mike N3LI -