Isn't that simply because most transceivers derive the S-meter reading from the AGC level, and you don't want the AGC acting on weak, but still readable signals?
Reports based on the actual S-meter reading are completely meaningless, due to the lack of standardisation and the fact that whether the preamp or attenuator are used affects the reading. 73, -- Julian, G4ILO. (RSGB, ARRL, K2 #392) G4ILO's Shack: http://www.tech-pro.net/g4ilo Earl W Cunningham <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: [snip] It is rare, with the new transceivers currently on the market to find one that strictly adheres to the "standard". Virtually every tranceiver today uses the 50 uV = S9 criterion, but the change per S-unit is much less than 6 dB. This results in a substantial signal such as 1 uV (which should read S3.5 on an accurate S-meter).not even budging the S-meter on most receivers today. _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [email protected] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
