[HCARC] Code Keys

[Bill Tynan]

Gary:

I have an MFJ dual paddle that works fine. It cost abt $75.00.

73,

Bill, W3XO/5

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Gary and Arlene Johnson" <qltfnish at omniglobal.net>
To: "Dale Gaudier" <dale.gaudier at windstream.net>; <HCARC at mailman.qth.net>
Sent: Wednesday, December 12, 2012 9:57 PM
Subject: Re: [HCARC] Code Keys


> 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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