First Strike Meters Model FS1 Comparison Chart

During the 2008 development a design mistake was made that allowed only 2 digits in the (A) Azimuth box.  This mistake doesn't allow for azimuth readings and you will see it disabled for this very reason on the 'copy' meters.  'L' Series FS1 introduced in 2010 corrected this problem.

In 2008 the first PC software "MeterTool" had a variety of bugs and problems.  One of which could damage the meter beyond repair if it was loaded incorrectly.  This old software used a Microsoft Excel file making Microsoft Excel a requirement.  'L' Series FS1 introduced in 2010 corrected this problem.  Microsoft Excel is no longer required and the new software is 'Bullet Proof'.  If you have a problem loading your software or if you make a mistake while loading the software simply click the 'Restore' button and the meter will be restored to good working condition.

One MAJOR PROBLEM with the 2008 software was it's inability to save the 22KHz switch settings.  You can imagine how frustrating this would be.  Each time you used the meter you would need to reset the 22KHz switch setting because the meter would not save the 22KHz switch settings.  'L' Series FS1 introduced in 2010 corrected this problem.  Now the meter will save the setting AND you can set it in the satellite/transponder list and load the list to the meter.

'L' Series is the latest FS1 meter.  The most advanced FS1 that you can buy.  No one else has it because we developed it. 

FS1 'L' Series brought many improvements.  The most noticeable to the user is the A. azimuth is now working and uses three digits so it can calculate the azimuth anywhere in the world. 

Other improvements include:

• improved software, you will notice we have different loaders for the 'L' series.  (DO NOT use on older series)
• 'L' series software now has a 22KHz column and it now can save the 22KHz setting.
• a better screen that illuminates clearer and sharper.  The new screen is also more shock resistant.
• a new keypad that has a longer life and improved sensitivity.
• a new speaker that is better quality and has better audio
• improved battery for longer life
• RoHS certification

The older meters like 'K' series can be upgraded to the newer 'L' series so you can enjoy all the benefits of the latest improvements.  Contact us for details.

Several improvements has made our 'Fast Sweep Technology' the best and the fastest.

Early keypads had a higher than normal failure rate due to poor contacts and poor construction.  This has long since been corrected by using a component manufacture with a much higher quality keypad.

The 2008 screen (besides having only 2 digits for azimuth) lacked durability and was a little harder to read in direct sunlight.  These problems have been addressed and overcome with a newer higher quality and more durable screen.  The new screen comes with the 3 digits required for azimuth calculations.  If you meter does not have three digits for azimuth, you have the old screen OR a copy meter that did not come from First Strike Meters.