SWR\Power meter

RT431 · Aug 17, 2019

I'm in need of a new SWR\Power meter and asking for suggestions. My tri window meter is old and basically a POS. I haven't had a new meter in years and it's time I get a new one. I've had Dosy meters in the past but I want to try something new. What do y'all use?

I've looked at a few, Diamond, Diawa and the like. Suggestions?

sp5it · Aug 17, 2019

Daiwa cross needle.
Mike

RT431 · Aug 17, 2019

sp5it said:
Daiwa cross needle.
Mike

Model #?

sp5it · Aug 17, 2019

Depends on budget and power range.
I use CN-801HP. RMS/PEP.
Why cross needle? No calibration, swr and power visible at once. Clear display. Far better than digital IMO.
Mike

Captain Kilowatt · Aug 18, 2019

sp5it said:
Depends on budget and power range.
I use CN-801HP. RMS/PEP.
Why cross needle? No calibration, swr and power visible at once. Clear display. Far better than digital IMO.
Mike

Agreed. I have a couple of them myself. Great meters.

Tallman · Aug 18, 2019

That's all I use is my trusty CN-801HP

RT431 · Aug 18, 2019

I've been leaning towards the Daiwa. It will be a nice addition to the shack. Should look nice on the bench next to the AT-6666 that should be here next week.

fourstringburn · Aug 18, 2019

The Daiwa 801HP is now the 901HP,

Don't see or know any difference.

The 801HP might be available as NOS for a decent price. Look around!

Low_Boy · Aug 18, 2019

Did I buy a lemon or what? I bought the daiwa CN 901 The RMS is right on the money with my Bird. Phe PEP is crazy off with the hold turned on of off.

NightThumper · Aug 18, 2019

It you search videos, adjusting that meter is easy.

Captain Kilowatt · Aug 18, 2019

Low_Boy said:
Did I buy a lemon or what? I bought the daiwa CN 901 The RMS is right on the money with my Bird. Phe PEP is crazy off with the hold turned on of off.

Compared to what? The Bird? Does the Bird meter have real pep measurement capability?

w9cll · Aug 18, 2019

sp5it said:
Depends on budget and power range.
I use CN-801HP. RMS/PEP.
Why cross needle? No calibration, swr and power visible at once. Clear display. Far better than digital IMO.
Mike

Agree, it is what I use

RT431 · Aug 18, 2019

I found the CN-901HP @ Gigaparts for $139 w\free shipping.

https://www.gigaparts.com/daiwa-cn-901hp-swr-meter-1-8-200mhz-20-200-2000w.html

fourstringburn · Aug 18, 2019

Captain Kilowatt said:
Compared to what? The Bird? Does the Bird meter have real pep measurement capability?

Good point!

From what I know about these is that they aren't true PEP readings. There is PEP add on mod kits so it will be.

Mudfoot · Aug 18, 2019

Can't beat the Daiwa.

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