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which is better to tune an antenna.... radio's SWR meter or separate?

Discussion in 'CB Radio Forum' started by corneileous, Aug 21, 2010.

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  1. Oct 27, 2016 #31
    Freightliner cas.

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    I have a 29 classic the swr meter on the radio reads 2.5 on 1 2.9 on 19 and 3.2 on 40 the swr meter that hooked up was 1 on 1 1.3 on 19 and 1.4 on 40 .witch one should I go by.
     
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  3. Oct 28, 2016 #31
    rabbiporkchop

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    I wouldn't go by either one I would have someone hook an antenna analyzer up to it.
    Unless you're using an electrical half wavelength of cable you will get an inaccurate reading with any SWR meter
     
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