[Elecraft] For you Anti-Scopes

[Bob - W0GI]

I actually like sending with the paddles, but using the VFO knob isn't that
exciting. If I see a CQ on CW Skimmer, I can click on the text, and it tunes
the K3 zero beat on that signal. Or I can turn the vfo knob then spot the
signal, using up time for no purpose.  Why not use a tuning aid?

I like tuning the bands just like anyone else, and it is still a great way
to operate. With the K1, it is the only way, and with the wide vfo range, I
can get a lot of practice using the knob.

If I want to work a lot of stations, I can work more using the skimmer. 

I don't understand some of the resistance to tools like band-scopes and
skimmers? Should we go back to separate transmitters and receivers with a
one rate vfo? Get rid of antenna tuners, and go outside to retune our
antennas when we want to QSY? I'm sure there are plenty of hams with boat
anchors that will tell you how they don't need a K3 or any rig made after
1965. :>)

I do understand those that say you don't need it, because you really don't
need it. But at the same time, if you do use the tools, I don't see it as a
bad thing. They are just tools.

Turning the knobs or clicking a mouse gets us to the same place. Have fun
and make contacts. 

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I don't know. Someone could write a bit of software to actually reply to the
station and make the contact saving you the bother. Wouldn't that be even
better?  :P)
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