[Elecraft] CW WGT observations and measurements

[Dale Boresz]

I've tried using an external Logikey K-3 w/ my K3 (one would think that 
would be a perfect match ;-) ), but when QRQ is turned off, the K3 can't 
follow the external keyer past about 38 WPM. That's a problem because 
QRQ is disabled when operating split, and that's frequently when higher 
cw speed is needed in chasing DX in a pileup situation.

The internal keyer works much better in this regard though the weight 
setting with the internal keyer has to be changed depending upon QRQ or 
not QRQ, and if QRQ is off, the weight has to be adjusted to a higher 
number with higher cw speeds compared to the setting required for speeds 
around 25 wpm.

I would very much like to take advantage of the auto-spacing 
functionality of the Logikey K-3, but when QRQ is turned off or 
disabled, the K3 keying weight lightens up too much as the speed is 
increased -- and falls apart completely at about 38 wpm. (at least mine 
does...)

I would guess that the K3's microprocessor has greater control over the 
keying when using the internal keyer as opposed to an external keyer.

73, Dale
WA8SRA

On 11/9/2012 9:20 PM, Ralph Parker wrote:
> .....  Another reason to use an external keyer, IMHO. Ralph, VE7XF 
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