[HCARC] Code Keys

[Gary and Arlene Johnson]

Dale,

One other question - what does "Iambic Keyer" mean??  I look at the pictures 
but not having one in front of me to play with limits my ability to tell one 
from another.  I will say that Code Keys are not an "INEXPENSIVE" item in 
the shack.  WOW, some of the keyers must be plated in gold - I see one on 
Ebay for a mere $2K.  That must be some special keyer.

Gary J
N5BAA
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Dale Gaudier" <dale.gaudier at windstream.net>
To: <HCARC at mailman.qth.net>
Cc: "'Gary and Arlene Johnson'" <qltfnish at omniglobal.net>
Sent: Wednesday, December 12, 2012 6:01 PM
Subject: RE: [HCARC] Code Keys


> Gary:
>
> This is a big topic, and everyone has their own opinion on what is the 
> best.
>
> A Google search on Morse code or CW keyers will bring up a lot of
> information for you to pore over.
>
> My personal experience:
>
> When I was Novice, I learned code using a straight key. A straight key is
> the classic "Morse code" key with the up and down action. I did pretty 
> well
> with this until I got my code speed up to around 15-20 wpm. When it became
> harder to send good code at higher speeds, I switched over to a dual 
> paddle
> key and electronic iambic keyer.
>
> I have in my collection a basic straight key, a Bencher BY-1 dual paddle
> key, a Kent dual paddle key, and two miniature dual paddle keys for
> field/QRP use. I have several iambic keyers I've built from kits, 
> including
> a TiCK, PK4, and WINKeyer USB. Both my rigs have built-in iambic keyers,
> too. The WINKeyer also lets me send code via my computer keyboard.
>
> In your research online, you'll also run into other types of keys, such as
> the so-called "sideswiper" (Vibroplex bug), single lever keys, etc. Each 
> has
> its fans and each has its drawbacks.
>
> If it were me, I'd buy a basic straight key to start while learning the
> code. If and when your code speed gets to the point where sending good 
> code
> becomes difficult, you can make the investment in a good dual paddle key.
> Your K3 has a built in iambic keyer and can also be used with a straight
> key. Read the K3 directions to see how to set up the radio so you can use
> the keyer for practice without being on the air.
>
> 73,
>
> Dale - K4DG
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Gary and Arlene Johnson [mailto:qltfnish at omniglobal.net]
> Sent: Wednesday, December 12, 2012 5:04 PM
> To: hcarc at mailman.qth.net
> Subject: [HCARC] Code Keys
>
> OK, now some education for Newbies on Code Keys.  What kinds are there,
> what are the differences, which are easiest to learn to use??  I am going 
> to
> learn code if it kills me and one of the ways to input RTTY and PSK31
> message macros on the K3 is by using a Code Key.
>
> Gary J
> N5BAA
> HCARC Secretary 2013
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