We might be able to put both a decent crystal reference and an  
external lock circuit on it. I agree with your reasoning.

Wayne

On Jul 16, 2012, at 7:50 PM, Bob wrote:

> Personally I have no interest in the 2 meter module, so such an  
> accessory might be useful -- but I'd vote for an external lock, AND  
> higher precision osc. on such a board if it could fit -- I won't be  
> taking a reference osc. along with me on portable operation.  But I  
> do run JT65 due to its excellent signal gain for low power/poor  
> antennas.
>
> Of course I would hope it could be turned on/off depending on mode  
> so that it doesn't drain too much power for something like CW.
>
>
> 73, Bob, WB4SON
>
> PS:  I'd really take a look at what is going on in the firmware in  
> response to temp changes.  That's a HUGE change in frequency for  
> such a small change in temp, even for a simple osc.  Of course  
> that's just me looking at the response as a black box, not knowing  
> what is going on inside! (in other words, feel free to slap me)
>

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