Wish list (some of which is already available on some rigs):
1. multiple antenna ports
2. input, properly switched and with a built-in preamp with selectable levels
of
preamplification (or front-panel control for remote-mounted preamp), for a
separate
receiving antenna
3. RS-232 ready (no CI-V, IF232, IF10, etc)
4. built-in keyer with ports for both paddles and straight key (read: computer)
5. IF crystal filtering out the wazoo (a la 1000D)
6. audio DSP
7. remote control panel with main tuning, AF and RF gain, mic gain, key speed
and DSP
controls and sized to fit next to and match angle of the keyboard
8. a display that, in addition to VFO-a and VFO-b, indicates the last frequency
on which
a transmission was made
9. Quick memory (a la TS-850, 950, 570, etc)
10. Non-proprietary connectorization (ie. no
hard-to-find-except-from-the-manufacturer
DIN plugs, no requirements for outboard break-out boxes (like that goofy DIN
connector on
which Kenwood places ALC, PTT, Amp keying, etc.) and standardized mic pin-outs.)
11. Band-check button (like kenwood's TF set, this would be a momentary switch
which
allows the operator to quickly listen to the band of his choice, to check on
openings,
without altering auto antenna tuner settings (it could bypass the tuner) or
sending band
change info to the computer. Operator could use main tuning to scan band
without changing
frequency on previous band (important if this check is done while running). If
needed, it
could select a different antenna port. If the band was open, a quick release
and press
would change all functions to this band and so inform the computer. Otherwise,
releasing
button returns all functions to the previous band).
12. Insta-split. This key would allow the operator to instantly set split
frequencies
(ie. You hear a station on 7063 listening on 7234, press Insta-split, then key
in 7234.
On PTT, TX will be on 7234. At end of QSO, press insta-split again to return to
non-split
mode).
That's about all I can think of
73 all
kelly
ve4xt@mts.net
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