I have both models of the 259 and the AEA analyser. The latter is a
wonderful toy and great for filters, but not easy to use in the field on
antennas, I think because the data transfer rate is so slow and the screen
is not easy to see. The 259s are very good for tweeking antennas, though,
probably the best thing MFJ ever produced, thanks to W8JI.
The rx noise bridge is another low cost instrument that can work well.
David
G3UNA
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From: "Siu Johnny" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Cc: <elecraft@mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Wednesday, March 14, 2007 6:10 AM
Subject: RE: [Elecraft] MFJ 259 Antenna Analyzer
Agreed. The workmanship of 259B is poor and the frequency is for ever
drifting. However, it is the cheapest piece of equipment serving the
designed purposes.
I am now using a Kuranishi analyser where was bought from Japan and of
commercial grade. The price of it is more than double of the 259B. For
amateur works, 259B is enough.
73
Johnny Siu VR2XMC
From: "Ken Kopp" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "KJ3D" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>, <elecraft@mailman.qth.net>
Subject: [Elecraft] MFJ 259 Antenna Analyzer
Date: Wed, 14 Mar 2007 05:25:43 -0000
I agree about Mighty Fine Junk ... meters held in place
with glue-gun glue, raw metal edges, parts taped in place,
melted wire insulation at solder jounts, etc.
BUT ... I have a '259B and really like it! It's served me
well. I've used it for a number of antenna resonance tasks and really
can't offer a negative comment. Well, maybe the poorly placed double
sided sticky tape that holds the batteries in place DID need a bit of
attention ....
My Lady (N7HKW) and I spend six months each winter in our RV and I have a
screwdriver antenna on the rear
bumper that I tune to resonance with my '259B. It's easier
and faster than setting up the rig for low power and steady carrier ...
Ditto for a 100' insulated tower at home that I use on 80
160 that has a manually-tuned network at the base.
W8JI's website has information that applies to the '259.
73! Ken Kopp - K0PP
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