[Elecraft] Diversity mode preamp

[Tom W8JI]

> Maybe I am missing something but won't <A/B> <preamp/att on/off> <A/B> 
> work?
> This should have no side effects at all. I don't have the subreceiver but
> often use split and I do any changes to the B side this way. BSET is 
> another
> button I never use.


Because:

1.) the operator is busy making two or three QSO's per minute, barely 
keeping up with logging keystrokes

2.) unfamiliar with the radio already, and the buttons are close together 
and serve multiple functions

3.) has to remember what to do while distracted by a dozen other things

4.) will get totally hosed if something goes wrong by a mistake

 It is competition use under pressure where the operator barely keeps up, 
which is different from other use.

I understand the goals of this are entirely different than a small front 
panel and people having time to think about what to do, and mistakes are not 
devastating.

I don't think there is a solution here for now, because I think the problem 
is too specific to contesting with diversity on multiple receiving antennas.

Thanks for all the responses. I'm fully satisfied and appreciate all the 
input.

73 Tom