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Review Summary For : WaveNode WN-2 Wattmeter/Modulation Monitor
Reviews: 33MSRP: 385 Complete
Description:
The WN-2 allows viewing four Coax sensors simultaneously on its LCD display or PC via USB 2.0. Monitor Modulation waveform and spectrum at the coax directly on your PC! You can mix sensors and add sensors at any time.
Features four auxiliary analog inputs, eight digital input/outputs, as well as power supply voltage and current monitoring. Big on performance, but small enough to go mobile or in the field.
Visit the WaveNode website where you can download our software for inspection, view photos, and learn more.
Product is in production
More Info: http://www.wavenode.com
# last 180 days Avg. Rating last 180 days Total reviews Avg. overall rating
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WD5Y Rating: 2013-09-27
Great Product and Service! Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I started with the wn-1 unit and was one of the first to post a review on eham about the wavenode products, which I will say has been and is excellent. I had a sensor (approximately ten years in service) that I felt needed possible calibration. I called Alan and he asked me to send the unit back so he could inspect, update, and adjust. Well, I waited for the confirmation of the cost to do this and nothing mentioned. This to me is unbelievable in this day and age, service like this on an item that is around ten years old! I was not expecting this, I will definitely look for new gear that has the Wavenode name on it and this does not even speak to the abilities of their equipment.

Thanks and 73's
Joe
WD5Y
N7HD Rating: 2013-01-02
Great Product-Outstanding Service! Time Owned: more than 12 months.
Emailed Alan about a problem with a sensor-He said send it back and he would take care of it.
I expected to pay for the repair since it was out of warranty but Alan sent it back N/C and it works GREAT! Alan, you have the greatest service I have encountered and I urge thoes looking for this type of digital meter to consider the WaveNode product.
W0QC Rating: 2012-06-06
Great product Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
I received my Wavenode WN-2d with the rotor control option. This was a easy set-up to my station. The rotro control works PERFECT with my Uaesu G-800DXA rotor. I purchased two sensors, one for HF and one for 2 meters.
W1MSG Rating: 2011-10-22
Top Quality Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Just received my Wavenode WN-2. It was a breeze to set up and gives you the accuracy needed far beyond any other type system out there. I would like to see a feature added to allow a peak hold time on the Wavenode unit itself so you dont have to watch the meter continuously in stand alone mode. I think the best part is being able to have 4 sensors connected at one time and to be able to mix and match HF UHF VHF etc .. Truly a Great piece of equipment !
K3PD Rating: 2011-10-18
Excellent Tool. Great Service Time Owned: 6 to 12 months.
My experience with the WaveNode WN-2 is 180 degrees for that expressed by MY4DX and M0CKP. Works perfectly with my XP3 computer which is also running the program for the Flex radio and FireFox at the same time. I had a couple questions about the unit after I had it a few weeks and got a very prompt return call from Alan. All I can say is 100% Satisfied.
NY4DX Rating: 2011-07-21
Works Great..Best SWR Meter available Time Owned: more than 12 months.
Alan was quick to resolve my problems. I must note that the problems were not with the Wavenode system but with my PC set-up. Alan responded very quickly and helped me get the system working flawlessly!

If you can Buy this system!

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Earlier 3-star review posted by NY4DX on 2011-07-03

I have had this unit for a while and when it works, it is a great addition to the shack. I have experienced a few problems with the unit noteably having the WN-2 unit sending a signal to a dedicated Windows XP pc via the WN-2 software.

The unit will work correctly for approximately 1 minute then it goes into a default mode. This problem makes the software interface with the pc useless. I have 3 sensors attached to the unit but only one will work at a time without the software interface sending information to the PC display.

I have sent the unit back to Alan who has been great trying to resolve the issue. He provided a new power supply and pc interface cable but the unit still faults out.

I also have issue with the WN-2 software download. This may be a personal problem with my set-up but it still requires noting. The software does not have an .exe file and I had to be install the WN-2 software manually. My pc does not appear to recognize the WN-2 program icons nor did it appear load the WN-2 interface drivers correctly.

I believe the WN-2 driver is a problem with the XP version of windows.

I will be contacting Alan for another try at it.
KB1NXE Rating: 2011-04-21
Great Service to Boot! Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I posted my comments on how much I like this meter. It's not that far down the list here as well. What I'm talking about is the Service after the Sale. I'm writing about my experiences.

I've had my WN-2 for over a year and love it. But recently, something happened to it. I contact Alan Burroughs who heads up WaveNode and simply asked him what my options were. His response was send it to me and I'll fix it.

I sent it in as it was deader than a door nail. He confirmed it was deader than a door nail and installed a complete new board. Total cost: The shipping. About $24.00.

Now the kicker is either lightning, static or I blew it up trying to integrate voltage reading into the AUX port (a supported feature). This was not a product failure. This was a product destruction. And I did it!. I was honest with Alan, but he (they) stand(s) behind his (their) product. Well, so do I.

I would recommend this meter to anyone. It's accurate, provide great station capabilities and a product support that warrant 'Best In Class' awards.

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Earlier 5-star review posted by KB1NXE on 2010-05-06

I've had a WaveNode WN-2 for about 4 months now. It's tied into my Icom 756 Pro III. It provides the best means I've encountered to monitor your Power, Modulation and Signal - period. The modulation and signal displays are just like having an inline scope. Makes setting your audio transmit levels a breeze whether you use a Mic or PSK.

Installation is simple. Basic install is to insert the sensors in line with the coax and plug it in. Connect the USB cable and load the software. There's not much to customize in the application, so the setup is also simple.

You can do a lot with this box. External Voltage or Temp monitors (monitor the temp of your finals and if you have an amp, monitor it as well), status indicators (an easy way to provide on-screen cues to antenna selection, etc).

Try it, you'll like it. Especially if you do a lot of station automation.
M0CKP Rating: 2011-04-16
pile of junk Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
well i had some meters in my time but this one is junk, poor construction take a look at the big hole in the back i thought that is was missing some parts especially when it did not work,even my station manager commented on it,
very disapointed. SENT THIS JUNK BACK
K8HUG Rating: 2011-01-24
Great Service; Great Product Time Owned: more than 12 months.
The Wavenode is really a great product. I have had my waveNode about 2 years and love it, particularly the spectrum analyzer. My main reason for writing is to recount how great Alan is to work with. I had my computer struck by lightning this last summer. The Wavenode wouldn't work. I called Alan and we couldn't get it to work. I shipped the unit to Alan and he fixed it at no charge! I couldn't even pay him for postage. I don't post often on eham.net, but I had to comment on what a great product Wavenode is and the tremendous customer support.
N9AMI Rating: 2011-01-09
Top Notch Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
I looked at all the so called high end watt meters and I am very glad I went with the WaveNode WN-2. Great customer service, quality product with a USB connection unlike others with DB9 connections for computer interfacing. I have the 8K RF View sensor and am about to order a 2K model also. No issues with install or the software. Its much more than just a watt meter. I suggest you do your homework when you decide to purchase one of these type of meters. I have no regrets on my purchase.