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Review Summary For : Array Solutions Powermaster
Reviews: 182MSRP: 525.
Description:
5% accuracy, temperature and frequency compensated, 1.8-54 MHz, peak-hold modes, bargraph display of power and SWR for easy antenna system matching, PC programmable via RS232, more.

I use two of these meters in my own station, no suprises there for sure, they are great! But we're adding features you may want to know about. The accuracy is NOW 3% with our HP equipment technique which calibrates out more uncertainty. The coupler heads are interchangeable from HF to uWaves with the new LITE 3.0, and all instruments in the field will be upgradable to a new feature, the COUPLER SCANNER. It will automatically scan multiple couplers for you. Pretty cool stuff. AND more features to come.

Product is in production
More Info: http://www.arraysolutions.com/pm2-3k-so?search=Pow&page=4
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W3NRL Rating: 2015-02-27
Not just a meter but a tool Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
I picked up a PowerMaster version I,
now even thought this is not the newest unit the unit is superb and the fast info you needed with a quick glimps at the info screen, which there are several.
Iam thrilled i got this Array Solutions Powermaster. Now I have to save for the new PowermasterII.
I recommend picking up one used or new
you wont be sorry.
RUSS324 Rating: 2015-02-05
Fantastic meter! Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I own an original Power master meter that has been in service for 5 years. No problems and still works perfectly today. I decided I needed a good meter when I purchased an AL 1500 amp. It makes tuning my amp a real joy.
2 weeks ago I purchased a Power master II meter to go with my new AL-82 amplifier. Meter works perfectly. I like to watch the meter while talking on SSB. It's nice to see your actual peak in real time.
I would HIGHLY recommend this meter.
Russ. K8QF

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Earlier 5-star review posted by RUSS324 on 2009-02-08

What a great meter. I have had mine for 3 days and i am really impressed. I can now see what my voice peaks really are in SSB. Hooks up to protect my amp and I have been using the PRO software with the 45 day evaluation period. Great software that really takes the meter to a new level. I have run SWR plots on all my antennas in under 5 minutes. I wish I had purchased this product long ago. You can't go wrong with this meter. Oh by the way, I e-mailed Array Solutions today, Sunday with a question on hooking up the meter to my amp and 5 minutes later Jay e-mailed me back on a SUNDAY morning and answered my question. Enough said. Russ K8QF.
M0HDX Rating: 2014-12-26
creme de la creme Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I have had my power master 2 for one year now and it still works flawlessly.Some of the features I like are the Fast,accurate readouts,High swr alarm and the Large display for easy viewing.

This really is a great product and looks so cool in operation.

193 reviews 5/5 says it all. You wont be disappointed.

jim M0HDX
K3XT Rating: 2014-03-04
Four Antennas Monitored Time Owned: 3 to 6 months.
What a well designed power/swr meter. I had an accuracy issue. Called Array Solutions and Bob answered on the first ring. Simple solution, dedicate a 12 volt power source for the meter, problem solved. Called Array Solutions to order another PowerMaster II because I have 4 antennas and the amplifier controls all the antenna switching. Once again Bob tells me how one meter can display the power/swr for 4 antennas. He sent me three more couplers (all matched) with the needed cabling. Followed his instructions and it all worked.
W1PDG Rating: 2014-03-03
Powermaster II Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
I have the powermaster II inline with my ft-1000d and fl-7000 amp. I use a dentron super tuner to tune various vertical and wire antennas and tuning is very easy using the antenna tuning setting on the powermaster II. It displays a bar graph of your reflected power and you can just watch the graph as you tune to the lowest reflected power, rather than needing to watch numbers. Extremely fast reading in the normal setting. Just blip the key in cw mode and you'll have a power and swr reading displayed instantly. I need to get the VHF module for my ft-736 now.
WB4IVF Rating: 2013-11-28
Powermaster Shows Events Most Other Meters Miss Time Owned: more than 12 months.
Some other reviewers noted that the Poewrmaster is fast, but I didn't realize how useful that would be until I got mine. Speed really sets my 2 Powermasters apart from my other SWR/Wattmeters. They show events that are completely invisible to the other meters. For example, the overshoot on my IC-7400 and the switching of the RF sensing switch I use to switch between the transmit and receive antennas connected to my tube transceiver. And of course one "dit" on the key and you get an instantaneous reading. Fine product.
K6USN Rating: 2013-07-18
Very Useful Hamshack Accessory Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
My quest for an accurate, reliable SWR/watt meter has been a long one. Most have a 10% +/-
accuracy at best, and then only under full load.
I have purchased a variety of models but never quite trusted the readings.

I always consult e Ham to see what other hams have learned, and was impressed with the ratings for the Array Solutions PowerMaster. I invested in the new PowerMaster II and am very pleased with the build quality, accuracy, and customer support-I had a question and had a response from
Bob at Array Solutions within a half hour.
This meter will be front and center in my station for a long time to come. Don't know how I went this long without one.
W5UDX Rating: 2013-04-05
Awesome as usual Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Jay, you continue to build quality products. I bought the VFD swr/watt mtrs years ago and liked them, but the display was pretty small vs the Power Master. Soon as you made the Power Master, I just had to have one. I sold out of radio and got rid of everything in 2009 but have started back into the hobby again and building another station. Once again the Power Master 2 is top notch. I have the 3k coupler and the vhf 1.5k coupler and they both work with the Power Master 2 display perfectly. Anyone wanting the very best swr/watt meter out there you will not be disappointed for HF and VHF.

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Earlier 5-star review posted by W5UDX on 2008-08-15

You just won't find a better watt meter. I had the VFD watt meters before for years and loved them, but the Powermaster is much better. I like the computer software interface and the sleep function when not in use, very smart. Jay and his wife are great to deal with as they have been for many years.
N2EHG Rating: 2012-08-12
great unit Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I have several Powermasters. My first unit was purchased when they first came out, years ago. My concern was to obtain an affordable, unit that was both fast and accurate. Accuracy is very important, as is it's ability to hold that calibration(to me).

Happy to say that when I brought home rather expensive commercial gear to do some side by side testing the Powermaster was always spot on.

It has some nice features that go a bit beyond simple swr readings . It also has a serial connection to connect to your pc.



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Earlier 5-star review posted by N2EHG on 2005-08-02

My poor writing skills won't do this great meter justice. I've been looking for a complete full featured swr/watt meter. Finally !! Been using it for a few days . It's super fast, both the unit itself and if you have it hooked up to a pc , the on screan tracking is spot on no lags. The software is a nice feature, and allows full control. I won't list it's features, the above link tells you all that. I'll just say the unit looks great, works as advertised very solid construction. I"ll update this after i play w/it more. The company has always provide me with good service and good products.
N3ZC Rating: 2012-05-09
Still working flawlessly! Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I have had mine for 2 years now and still works flawlessly. I have the High SWR alarm configured and it instantly disconnects my amp if the SWR goes over 2.0 (though it's rarely over 1.5). It has saved my butt a few times (when I forgot to change the band on the amp), and, it really comes in handy if I want to tune the amp manually instead of using the band presets. Worth every penny!.. Tom N3ZC

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Earlier 5-star review posted by N3ZC on 2010-03-22

Work's great!..Really cannot add more than the previous reviews have already stated..Really make's tuning/tweaking up the amp easier too! Customer service is top notch too..Jay made sure I didn't buy items not needed, & replied to any questions quickly..SWR/Power alarms are a great feature also..along with the Power Lite software on the PC! Any questions..just email me..

Great product (& look's cool too!)

73'..Tom N3ZC