But where does that "lost power" go? :>)
73
Gary K4FMX
K4SB wrote:
> Gene Bigham wrote:
>
>>But can I ask, "What is the difference in perception at the receive end of a
>>HF wireless signal transmitted with an antenna measured that has a 2:1
>>(impedance either high or low) SWR versus an antenna that has a measured SWR
>>of 1:1.2 or so - given you are working with the same antenna AND given your
>>modern rig does not power reduce prior to 2:1 SWR?"
>
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> Assuming the SWR is correct, you will lose 4% of the power
> transmitted. Say 40 watts at one KW out.
>
> 73
> Ed
>
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