[Elecraft] Keying at high speeds

[D.W. Harms PA2DW]

Hi all,

I like to key at high speeds (40 WPM) and run the internal keyer of my K2 in
"Iambic A" mode. Recently I noticed a strange behaviour of the internal
keyer at these high speeds.
SOMETIMES when I hit the DAH paddle, the K2 responds with a continous
"keydown" signal. When I keep the paddle pressed, the transceiver remains in
that continous TX-mode, but soon as I release it, the transceiver sends
dashes as normal when hitting the paddle again. Anyone has a clue?

Best 73, Dick PA2DW

K2 S/N 3892, built december 2003



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PA2DW

HF:
Ten Tec Paragon / 238 tuner
Elecraft K2, #3892
Antenna: double Zepp


144MHz:
Home made 2m station, final stage GS35b (max 1.8 kW)
Preamp with ATF54143 NF 0.2 dB, IIP3 +4 dBm
Linrad with DC receiver: 40 kHz bandwidth
Antenna: 10 element modified OZ5HF or 32JXX2 (limited window)

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