The SWR meter.

The SWR meter is a special, yet cheap piece of test equipment that allows you to test how well the antenna is tuned to the CB radio.



Common features of a SWR meter include:
* Meter - to see the reading.
* FWD/SWR (or SWR/REF) switch - to switch mode.
* Calibrate control - to adjust the meter for the amount of power used.
* FS function - To measure the strength of the signal from your antenna.
* antenna - for taking field strength readings.
* Power meter function - To measure radio output.
Some are not necessary for SWR measurement or tuning the antenna, but may be handy functions for the more advanced CBer.

Next page: Connecting the meter.