Subject: DJ580T. keypad mods From: N0VKG@KD9SG.#SIL.IL.USA.NA Here are two Keypad mods. for the Alinco-580T. They are straight-forward in description. : #1: First, disable the primary functions of the Keypad by Holding down the ' FUNC ' and hitting the ' * '. Next, Hit in sequence, ' # 1 2 0 '. If ' open ' is displayed on screen, You may use the battery for an extended period on recieve ( for ALKALINE batteries ) . If ' close ' is displayed on screen, you may only use the battery down to the normal preset level ( for NI-CAD batteries ) . You may switch between the settings, but turn the radio off briefly to bring the radio into the new setting. Have fun. #2: First, disable the primary functions of the Keypad by Holding down the ' FUNC ' key on the side of the radio. Now hit the ' * ' key. Next, hit in sequence ' # 1 2 3 '. This mod. adjusts the Auto-Dialer Setting in the Radio. A number or letter will appear on screen. Play with the settings only on a simplex freq. with low power. Repeaters can not yet handle the slow speeds much less the fast speeds , so this mod. will be important only in the near future. However, have fun with this one too. Although these mods. are for the Alinco-580T/E. It is believed that other Alinco products have similar mods. available via Keypad Entry. Mobiles and HTs alike. Send comments to N0VKG on the TOYBBS:KD9SG BBS or IPALN:KB9BPF Mailbox here in the St. Louis Area. 73. N0VKG.