The SWR on my CB Radio is 2.5Can this antenna tuner reduce my SWRs to 1?
1557446
Yes this tuner can tune down a 8 ft steel wipe on a mobile down to a 1:1 ratio. And it is nearly impossible to get what without it in a mobile,
1243011
I have a radio set up on my desk in an apartment with the antenna sitting on top of the radio. Without the tuner, my SWR reading was through the roof. When I added the meter, I was able to bring the SWR reading to 1. I was told by the local Radio Doctor that even though the reading was low my antenna was still off and I shouldn't use it that way but since I only use it for listening, I feel the tuner accomplished what I needed it to do. If I want to talk, I go outside and use my mobile radio.
1764796
No, the swr measurement is for the transmit function of a radio and it's antenna. So you'll "get out" better and clearer after tuning with this meter. Tuning the antenna with this meter can keep the radio internals from being damaged while transmitting.
772286
It adjust to the angle you want and on the inside mount has a set screw to adjust your swr to your cb
678387
I don't know what is recommended but I use wilson antennas on all my cb's I have used a lot of different brands and have found the wilson's to be consistantly good. I have several different models I use depending on the car or truck or jeep. I use the 500 (lil wil) on the trucks, 1000 on the car and flex on the jeeps and buggies. I have used K40's and all 3 have lost connection inside the base ( had to cut them apart, sodier them and epoxy them back together. Most of the name brands are good and a good rule of thumb is the longer the better. and don't forget to set the swr's, (just my opinion I could be wrong)
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No, it won't. You'll get SWR readings, but they won't be accurate for anything as high as 2 meters. This is a classic, old time CB SWR meter that's calibrated for 11 meters. If you're looking for 2m/70cm, check out the Nissei RS-40, available on Amazon. Works with up to 200 watts, and gives you reasonable accurate SWR/powers readings for both bands. If you only need an inexpensive SWR meter, I'd recommend this one.
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No antenna comes pre adjusted It depends on what radio you are using and you would have to fine tune it to the radio that you are going to use it with . It would probally come very close but to be right on you will need to adjust the SWR on it to match it . This is not a CB radio antenna. Dr Dave
960871
This is a CB tuner enabling U to fine tune in the signal....CB radios bounce signals from antenna to antenna...Ham signals work off repeaters which enable users to extend their range nationally and even globally....if U want a crisper signal then a tuner like this is great for a CB....
1772400
You always need a swr meter when setting up any new antenna! They will tell you that in the tuning instructions that come with the antena
282700
First you need a SWR meter. The antenna tunes by the set screw and how far the whip is in the base. If you get a SWR meter it will have all the info on how to get the lowest setting possible. I bought the Workman but it dident come with the short antenna wire needed to set it. But once you have all the parts it's very simple. If you only have the one, it my be cost effective to find a CB shop. For a small price they will set it. Good luck hope I helped!
515224
I'm sorry I only use the SWR meter to align my Cb antenna, I'm sure you could Google the meter model, and find the answer.
1422454
My FT-450D won't tune this antenna at 20 mtrs with it's auto tuner. I can use my MFJ 949E tuner to do it, but I use a wire on 20 mtr and longer bands.
678391
I currently have a 4' Astatic half-breed. I also use Firestik antennas. The Astatic has less static and better range. You can use a magnet mount but I dont know what vehicle you have or how you want to mount it. The #1 thing is to set the SWR for any antenna. Look it up if you dont know- you will need a meter or a cb shop can do it sheap. If the antenna isnt tuned the transmit circuit can burn out on you cb.
955719
Possible, but not very likely. They are likely tuned for different wavelengths if it is an inline meter as most CB style SWR meters are.
727275
I've never tuned one, but any antenna will require an swr meter to tune (unless the radio has one)
2269851
the swr is set for the short rubber duck antenna that comes with it ,,i own three of these ,,on motorcycles and they are great for at least 1/2 mile or more on the open road ,,highly recommended,,,you can add other non ground plane antenna but then you will need to set the swr ..
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G: the antenna is made for 11 meter CB radios. Any band other than that is a compromise. I use mine on 10 mtrs with no tuner at all, and with the optional ground radial kit, it works great! I have used it a little on 6, 12, 15 and 17 mtrs with an MFJ 949 tuner, and it works, but you don't know how much of your transmitter's RF output is being given off as heat instead of going to the antenna. I have auto tuners, but for DX work I always fall back to a manual, and the best MFJ manual tuners are good tuners. Enjoy your stick, but remember, it's not even advertised as a multi-band.
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Mine is working very well with NOAA frequencies on my Jeep Wrangler. For receiving antennas, the exact length (as related to the SWR) is usually not very important as long as it's not extremely 'out of range.' Of course for transmitting antennas the SWR is VERY important and an imprope match can quickly burn-out your transmitter. This basic principle is why the same antenna can work well on CB frequencies (with the proper SWR match) and also work well on the considerably different NOAA frequencies.