would it be possible to have VSWR reading on the wireless.
from > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VSWR
SWR has a number of implications that are directly applicable to radio use.
SWR is an indicator of reflected waves bouncing back and forth within the transmission line, and as such, an increase in SWR corresponds to an increase in power in the line beyond the actual transmitted power. This increased power will increase RF losses, as increased voltage increases dielectric losses, and increased current increases resistive losses.
Matched impedances give ideal power transfer; mismatched impedances give high SWR and reduced power transfer.
Higher power in the transmission line also leaks back into the radio, which causes it to heat up.
The higher voltages associated with a sufficiently high SWR could damage the transmitter. solid state radios which have a lower tolerance for high voltages may automatically reduce output power to prevent damage. Tube radios may arc. The high voltages may also cause transmission line dielectric to break down and/or burn.
VSWR measurements may be taken to ensure that a waveguide is contiguous and has no leaks or sharp bends. If such bends or holes are present in the waveguide surface, they may diminish the performance of both TX and RX equipment strings.
would very much ease radio troubleshooting, isolate antenna problem, antenna cable leaking, loose connectors etc..etc.
just a thought