The power output of my 6500 seems to fold back, as shown by reduced current draw on my power supply. I'm using a 6500 with PSDR 1.11.12. I disconnected the coax and used an SWR meter that shows a 1.7 to 1, not great but not so bad that I would expect the radio to object. Am planning on taking down my dipole in the morning to see if I can detect any physical problem with it but wonder if someone has an idea why this is happening now where it didn't previously.
Posted 3 months ago
RF on the shield of the coax, or RF in the shack, can cause not only erroneous SWR readings but erroneous operation of the transmitter. Be sure you are properly grounded and that your antenna has a BALUN at the feed point if the antenna is balanced. Make sure all your connectors are properly soldered.
Thanks, I'll check those things today. I do have a balun on the dipole, and yes, I was both sleepy and sloppy when I referred to PSDR, it's SSDR. 73, Bill -- KA6T
