Ed   K7UC

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From: "tom behler" <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Tuesday, July 12, 2011 4:35 PM
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: Changing frequency after accessing a memory channel in the TS590

> Hi, all.
>
> Well, I have succeeded in programming a bunch of memories into the TS590.
> ... I did it via the rig, rather than the software, which turned out to be
> infinitely easier.
>
> My next step will be to write the data from the rig into the software for
> future reference if needed.
>
> I do have one question, though, about the TS590.
>
> Whenever I access a memory channel, I find that the tuning knob is locked
> onto that memory frequency.  This obviously can be  a good thing, since 
> the
> memories remain fixed and cannot be inadvertently changed.
> However, I'm wondering if there is any way to unlock the tuning knob when 
> in
> memory mode, in case minor frequency adjustments need to be made for one
> reason or another?  Are the RIT and XIT functions the only way to adjust
> frequency when in memory mode?  Or, are there other easier ways to deal 
> with
> this issue that I'm forgetting about?Thanks for allowing me to continue to
> be in basic learning mode here.  (grin)
>
> 73 from Tom behler: KB8TYJ