sync~ query

i have a few suggestions and queries for the sync~ object:

1. how come it starts outputting ramp and clock msg when dac is switched on? wouldn't it be better if it waited for a start message.

2. when you send a stop message could it not reset the ramp to 0., rather than freeze at the current value.

3. could it output a bang on the end of ramp (bar).

4. what is the functionality of the swing message (i know what swing is in terms of rhythm!) - i couldnt find it in MSP reference.

I know i can get round some of these by creating an abstraction to handle this object, but i believe these changes could make the object easier to use.

j