[Elecraft] The case for a Panadapter - opinions, please?

[Buck - k4ia]

I am using the LPpan with my K3.  I feel lost without it.  It is amazing 
to be able to see the whole band then click on the signal for automatic 
QSY.  You can walk up and down the band easily picking off the S&Ps.  
You can also see in a second if the band is open and not waste time 
tuning around looking for the action. When working split you can see 
where everyone is calling and spot the hole where you can slip in and be 
heard.

Get one and you will be amazed.

Buck
k4ia

On 2/28/2014 1:08 PM, Jim Lowman wrote:
> I'm basically a S&P operator, especially in contests.  I've found that 
> calling CQ is something of a waste of valuable time.
>
> When I see options like the Panadapter, or bandscopes from other 
> manufacturers, I get the metaphor of fishing in a stocked pond.
>
> So, for those of you who have this option, could you describe how it 
> has assisted you?
> In another message, someone mentioned that weak stations outside of 
> the passband could be missed, which is a good point.
>
> BTW, I'm not opposed to giving the good folks at Elecraft more of my 
> $$$ if this is a good idea.
>
> Thanks in advance and 73 de Jim - AD6CW
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