Ron,
I like that! I set CW mode, and CW mode stays, etc.
Covering just a few more related comments:
I usually can remember what I have set on or off over a short period,
but with all the combinations and 'magic' that are possible with the K3
and other radios that make use of memories, I have to remember what I
have set into those memories, and because of that, I usually do not use
memories.
Some asked for a radio that had knobs and buttons, others asked for a
radio that can do 'magic' in a contest situation, and we now have a
radio that can do both, but the UI is growing more complex.
You are correct, the more function coupling there is to a single button
tap or press, the more difficult it is to learn to use the radio. IMHO,
I would rather press 2 buttons in sequence for a combined function than
to have the radio attempt to do it for me.
Radios today are getting complex and that complexity shows through in
the User Interface - it has to be learned. I liken it to learning the
controls of a 747 (but I am just guessing, I have not examined the
controls of a 747). The 'decoupling' you suggest might bring it down to
the level of the controls on a common automobile which should be more
intuitive for the average operator.
73,
Don W3FPR
Ron D'Eau Claire wrote:
Maybe I'm speaking a Ham "heresy", but I'd love to see the ability to
disconnect all the interconnected functions on the K3.
I'd love to see the K3 controls do ONE thing. That is, when I select
MODE:CW, I'd like the radio to be in CW mode and not change if I switch VFOs
or bands. If I select ANT1, the radio should remain on ANT1 no matter which
band I choose, etc.
I realize that the complex interconnected functions that have been evolved
are invaluable to serious DX chasers and contesters. And to learn them, the
scripts and tips sound like a great idea.
But for myself, I'd rather not have the radio "second-guess" me using some
complex logic that I'm obligated to learn in order to operate it ;-)
Ron AC7AC
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