[Elecraft] K2 CW practice

Fri Feb 15 09:01:01 2002

I agree, when put in test mode, the K2 works as a gem dandy code practice
ocilator.  It is a good way to warm up the fist and work out the nerves
before getting on the air.  Just remember to go back to operating mode
before CQing or you'll wonder why no one is answering!  (yes, the voice of
experiece is speaking......)

73
WA5PB
Bill Allen   K2#1068

----- Original Message -----
From: "Rick Shindley" <[email protected]>
To: <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, February 14, 2002 12:53 PM
Subject: [Elecraft] K2 CW practice

> > Just connect your bencher to your K2, select your choice of
> > Iambic Mode A or
> > B on the menu, plug the K2 into a dummy load and practice til your
hearts
> > content. Good idea. That's what I'm doing, too.
> >
>
> I have been practicing CW with my K2 directly connected to an antenna. I
> place the rig in the "test" mode by holding down the "mode" button when
the
> cw mode is selected. No RF goes out and the receiver still works, so you
can
> QSK as if you were in the conversation.  (I verified no RF goes out just
now
> with my wattmeter before writing this!) It's a good way to settle your
> nerves before making your first contact.
>
> Rick KC0OV
> K2 1360
>
>
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