[Elecraft] K4 REV Button

[Victor Rosenthal 4X6GP]

If it's like the REV button on the K3, it is not usable as a tap-hold 
button. That is because what it does is switch the VFOs WHILE YOU HOLD 
IT DOWN and then switches them back when you let go. This enables you to 
jump back and forth between the DX station and the ones calling him in a 
split frequency pileup.

If you don't have the second RX, this is how you discern the way the DX 
station is moving and place your TX VFO in the right spot to get him!

73,
Victor, 4X6GP
Rehovot, Israel
CWops #5
Formerly K2VCO
https://www.qsl.net/k2vco/
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On 06/02/2022 20:24, gordon young wrote:
> Gentlemen,
> 
> One of the things that I appreciate about Elecraft is how it’s panel
> buttons are used to full effect with several secondary uses.   While
> looking at the KX3 and K3 on my desk I note all buttons were used for
> additional functions however on the K4 there is a single button with
> a single purpose.  Whether or not this is being reserved for future
> functionality is unknown however I have an idea.
> 
> For consideration, I recommend the REV button on the K4 be considered
> for a third programmable function, or a PF3.  Where it’s closer to
> the VFO it would be a quicker to use.
> 
> While I understand this may involve changing the silk screen paint on
> the front panel, I figure it would result in added functionality with
> just programming.  Again this is only an idea.  I’m in Group 3
> awaiting my own K4D/HD short listed for sometime around June.
> 
> You can do it!
> 
> Cheers
> 
> Gord VE1GVY