[Elecraft] Serial Number Check for Elecraft gear

[Phil Wheeler]

Such a feature would not discourage thieves--since 
they would not know about it.

Phil W7OX

On 5/18/15 5:41 AM, Harry Yingst via Elecraft wrote:
> This is Not a feature I would want, and even if it was an menu item I'd leave it disabled.
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> The sad truth is that thieves exist, and we need to take strong precautions at times to ensure the security of our stuff before it's stolen.
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>        From: Dominic Baines <dominic.baines at ntlworld.com>
>   To: elecraft at mailman.qth.net
>   Sent: Monday, May 18, 2015 6:24 AM
>   Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Serial Number Check for Elecraft gear
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> Wouldn't it be nice (function add perhaps?) so that when you power it on
> it asked for a code (you use the buttons on the front) and you don't
> have to set one... it will ask on power up for it, get 3 goes, then it
> remains locked... to 'unlock' you have to contact Elecraft? That would
> also ensure the database at Elecraft is a bit more up to date too.
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> It seems to be common place function with tablets and mobile phones so
> why not a $1k portable radio?
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> I am sure some might see the problems but I'm sure if even one unit were
> returned to the rightful owner because of it then it might be worth it?
> And if it stops the toe rags nicking one :-)
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> 72
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> Dom
> M1KTA