[Elecraft] ECO for SPOT Control

[John Huffman]

As would I.

73 de K1ESE
John

W6NEK wrote:
> Hi Michael,
> That is a meaningful and outstanding suggestion.  I would really like to see 
> Elecraft add it to the "List".
>
> Frank - W6NEK
>
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: The Smiths
> To: elecraft at mailman.qth.net
> Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2009 8:54 PM
> Subject: [Elecraft] ECO for SPOT Control
>
>
> I would like to suggest an "upgrade" for the SPOT control function.  As you 
> know, the SPOT function changes the Main VFO's frequency to "Beat Frequency" 
> a CW signal.  This function is wonderful when used to tune in a received 
> signal within the CWT area.  However, if after sending a CQ, and having 
> someone answer you, you hit the SPOT control, you once again move your Main 
> VFO off frequency. This risks the other party answering your CQ from being 
> able to find you once again.
> My suggestion would be to allow for the SPOT button to function as a RIT 
> only control when the RIT button is engaged.  If the RIT button is NOT 
> engaged, then the Main VFO would move as normal.  OR if the XIT button is 
> engaged, then the SPOT function would also work as it does currently.
> Having the SPOT work as a RIT control when the RIT button is engaged, would 
> make it MUCH easier for a user (contester etc..) to send a CQ, wait for an 
> answer, then align the K3 to the answering parties BFO frequency, without 
> moving the Main VFO frequency. Thus, Making the RIT knob a secondary tool 
> for finding people too "off center" to capture in the CWT area.
> I would love to see some feedback on this new feature, and ask that it gets 
> implemented in the software if enough people agree with me.  If you don't 
> understand, or need further explanation please let me know.
> Michael Aretsky
> N6MQL
>
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