[Elecraft] ECO for SPOT Control

[Don Wilhelm]

Michael,

Operating modes do differ, but --
I would never even think to using Auto-Spot after I called CQ or after I 
established a QSO simply because I know it would change my transmit 
frequency. In other words, I would not tap the SPOT button after a CQ, 
but I still use the CWT indicator visually.
If I must tune to center the replying station in the CWT display, that 
is fine, one can use RIT, or as I prefer, drop into SPLIT operation - 
just tap A>B, then hold A>B to get into split and then I can tune the 
station with the VFO A knob without altering my transmit frequency.
I don't see enough added utility in this to add another degree of 
complexity to the user interface.

73,
Don W3FPR

The Smiths wrote:
> 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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