No doubt you're using an RMS type watt meter. Use CW to measure the
output. You'll see something close to 100 watts. On SSB you'll need a
peak reading watt meter to see 100 watt. On the RMS meter you'll
probably see somewhere around 35-45 watts.
enjoy the new radio,
dave
p.s. the early version of that rig had a fault when running less than 50
watts on SSB. The audio would be significantly distorted. There is a
factory fix. So, if you plan to run an amplifier and it requires 50
watts or less you may want to get some audio quality checks.
Edward Soriano wrote:
>Hi!
>
> Recently bought an FT857D from Dayton (HRO).
>
> Tested it today.
>
> Received function ok.
>
> But noticed one thing in the transmit.
>
> On normal talk (SSB) I cannot put out 100w base on its power meter. The
> meter dances between 40-50 watts I guess.
>
> Tested it in a dummy load and a tuned yagi.
>
> Whistling or shouting in the mic pushes the meter to 90-100w.
>
> I already turned on the speech processor, set the power to 100w, mic gain at
> 50.
>
> Cant help comparing it with my FT847 which has great talk power.
>
> Is this normal for the rig? or I just missed some important settings.
>
> Thanks.
>
> Enjoyed Dayton.
>
> Ed Soriano
> 4F1OZ
>
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