[Elecraft] K3 Suggestion - Remember Frequency per Band Mode

[k1tm]

I use both of these methods but in a slightly different way.  Having come
from Icom rigs, I mapped the order of the band memories 0-9 to the same
layout that they use. I place the 60M memories in 10-14.

I have the 0-9 memories configured for band select, so I can retain the last
frequency used on the band for easy access.  In addition, I use the memories
M1-M4, to divided up the bands into M1 for CW, M2 for PSK, M3 for SSB (extra
segment), M4 for SSB (general segment or a net frequency).   

To make a big change in frequency or mode, I have several options:

1. Press M>V, then Press 0 - 9 to go directly to the last used frequency and
mode on the desired band (I do this rarely)
2. Press M>V, Rotate the main VFO knob to select the band and *then press
M1-M4 to select a new mode or spot on the band.*

This second option improves the ergonomics, as opposed to either the
sequence, "reach across the radio and select the band, reach back across the
radio and press M>V, select from M1-M4 and press", or "Press M>V, remember
which key from 0-9 takes you to the desired band and press it, followed by
press M>V and then press M1-M4 for the desired mode and frequency range".  

By rotating the dial, you get to choose the task completion to be either
"enter", or M>V, which leave you on the last frequency and mode for a given
band,  or M1-M4 which allows you to select a mode and frequency range while
you are at it.  I have switched completely to option 2, and rarely use the
band switch.  In the end, to accomplish a large change in frequency and mode
it seems fastest to start with M>V followed by rotation or simply M1-M4.  

I no longer miss the band stacking registers.  



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