I had the same problem and talked to Elecraft tech support and was able to setup the parameters. It still does not register the same as my FT897. But I don't need an S-meter to give a report. I will calibrate it with the xg1 when I get it. -- 73 ditdit, Dwayne YI9RVT/KE4RVT Al Kut, Iraq N33.29 E45.45 FPQRP #85 QRP-L #2201 KX1 S/N 0337 Sometimes a little brain damage can help. (George Carlin)