[Lowfer] Looking for input on measuring changes to the beacon

[N8OOU]

Ok, I figured you used a tuned circuit to increase the sensitivity. I 
think the CB meter just has the diode, cap, and meter. At the time it 
didn't work I didn't want to put in the effort to "improve" it. There is 
certainly room in the case for additional components.

Thanks J.B.

73   de   N8OOU - Mike Meek

On 02/02/2015 09:03 PM, John Bruce McCreath wrote:
>> I tried using a CB Field Strength Meter when I first put the beacon up. It was not very
>> sensitive and had to be held within a couple feet of the P.A. to get any deflection.
>
> My FSM was made from junk box parts.  L & C chosen to resonate at EAR's frequency
> and a 1N34 diode to a 50 uA. meter movement.  I have short whip antenna on it and a
> connection to ground.
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> 73, J.B., VE3EAR
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