Re: [Tlf-devel] Hamlib slows XTLF Wayyyyyy Doooowwwwwwnnnnnnn

[Rein Couperus PA0R]

On Sat, 2006-07-08 at 10:04 -0500, Nate Bargmann wrote:
> Since I am listed as one of the Hamlib developers, I will get that to
> you.  As I recall, you'll need get/set frequency, rig select, and port
> select.  I played with a Perl script some time back and yes, even for
> me (not the world's greatest developer, mind you ;-) ), it is a bit
> arcane.  I agree, good docs are needed as is more rig development. 
> Sigh.
> 
> BTW, I think I figured out the basics of xtlf now.  My parallel
> interface was locking up due to RF, so I decided to use my new
> RigBlaster Plus, but I needed to add a stereo mini plug.  After about a
> half hour of searching I found two new ones.  So I soldered one on and
> guess what, it was open inside.  So I tried the next one and it works. 
> At least the RigBlaster isn't bothered by RF and I've got a few in the
> log now.
> 
> It took me a couple of QSOs in S&P mode to learn that the first <ENTER>
> sends *my* call and the second sends the exchange and logs it.  I'm too
> used to CT I suppose.  Now that I have the most basic thing figured
> out, I need to explore more, for example, how to edit the log if I need
> to make a correction.

try editing with the mouse and click 'save log' icon.

Rein

> 
> I have so much fun trying to play in contests!  Thanks for playing a
> part in that.
> 
> 73, de Nate >>
>