[Elecraft] Weird W2 problem - update

[NZ0T]

This happened several more times.  I had been in PEP mode while all this
happened but after I changed to average mode it has not happened again. 
Hope the coming firmware updates solve this issue.

NZ0T wrote:
> 
> Interesting problem with my W2 this morning.  Was on 75 for a net at about
> 500 watts into (at first) a Windom and then a sloper.  I have the 2KW
> 1.8-54 Mhz sensor.  The 2KW range on the meter stopped working - acted as
> if I was in the 200W range.  The other ranges also seemed shifted down
> with the 200W range acting like the 20W range.  Also the meter would not
> turn off.  Pushing the on/off button caused it to recycle but it stayed
> on. Very strange.  I tried reinstalling the firmware with no success. 
> Finally I unplugged the power cord, waited a minute, and plugged it back
> in.  That did it - all is fine now.  Could be RF from the Windom - mine
> tends to send RF back down the coax even with an RF choke in line.  Anyone
> else had this happen?
> 
> 73 Bill NZ0T  
> 

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