[1000mp] Key Click Mod

[Earl W Cunningham]

Bob Main wrote:

"I noticed that the INRAD mod consists of 2 capacitors and a resistor and
appears to be simple to do.  The W8JI mod looks like it consists of a
couple more components and a nightmare to install.  (Probably not, just
seems that way.)  Why is there such a difference in the two mods and
which one accomplishes the task the best?"
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I first did the INRAD "keying improvement" mod to my MP.  It reduced the
clicks from +/-2500 Hz to +/-800 Hz.  Better, but still not good.  I then
did the W8JI click mod and the clicks are now +/-300Hz.  I am now
satisified.

The W8JI mod is NOT a nightmare to install!  Just as many screws and nuts
and plugs must be removed for either mod.  The W8JI mod just requires a
few more components.
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"I read what one person said in that he thought every cw operator should
install this mod.  I thought it was funny because I really would like to
become a cw operator, but been away from it way to long."
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Every MP should have the W8JI mod installed, even if the operator has
only one QSO on CW.  Without the mod, if the operator goes on CW in the
CW portion of the bands, his wide CW bandwidth violates FCC regulations,
IMO.

73, de Earl, K6SE