[Dx4win] Slow response time in logging function when changingbands/modes

[Jim Simon]

One clarification to my email - the adapter I am using is called a USB-A to 
serial cable, not a USB to RS232 adapter. Sorry for any confusion.

Jim W1YY/7

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From: "Jim Simon" <jhsimon at comcast.net>
Sent: Friday, June 04, 2010 2:12 PM
To: "DX4Win Reflector" <dx4win at mailman.qth.net>
Subject: [Dx4win] Slow response time in logging function when 
changingbands/modes

> I am running an FT-1000MP Mark V, and just replaced replaced my old Sony 
> radio-dedicated desktop computer (Windows XP) with a new Dell desktop 
> (Windows 7). Unlike the old Sony, the new Dell only has one COM port, 
> which I have to use for the monitor. So the radio is now connected to the 
> computer using a USB to RS232 adapter cable. I don't think it's relevant 
> to this issue, but at the same time that I changed computers, I upgraded 
> from DX4WIN 8.02 to 8.04.
>
> Because of the new arrangement with the serial to USB adapter, the 
> response time in the logging function when changing bands is now much 
> slower to reflect the change in band/mode, which is an issue in contests, 
> etc., where rapid band/mode changes are necessary. FYI - it was necessary 
> to change from COM1 to COM4 to synchronize DX4WIN with the radio. Are 
> there any ways to approach the problem other than what I have done that 
> would result in a faster response time? Are there any other settings I 
> should have changed other than just the COM port? Please bear in mind that 
> you are talking to a non-techie!
>
> Thanks in advance for any help.
>
> 73,
> Jim  W1YY/7
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