Many thanks to N8TT, N4ZR, WD8ARZ, K6SE on the reflector and others via private e-mails for your helpful comments about the synthesizer behavior.= I am glad to hear that this is normal behavior and, as it is not excessive,= it is quite acceptable. As a new owner of an MP product, I am finding this reflector to be a very valuable resource. Thanks again to all. Carl, K3= RV. =