[MRCA] Correct keys for BC-654 etc

Tue Oct 2 15:35:50 EDT 2018

The speaker looks like an LS-7, which was what was issued with the BC-654-A.
MarkWW2RDO
In a message dated 10/2/2018 1:23:41 PM Eastern Standard Time, n4fs at eozinc.com writes:

It is a wonderful set-up. Only exception I believe is the speaker, HI. The keys are fairly common, but, sometimes missing the cover or are rusted. I am pretty sure I still have a few, although after a 10 day stay at the hospital, my memory has been unfortunately impaired. 73 – Mike 

Mike B. Feher, N4FS

89 Arnold Blvd.

Howell NJ 07731

848-245-9115

From: mrca-bounces at mailman.qth.net <mrca-bounces at mailman.qth.net> On Behalf Of B. Smith
Sent: Tuesday, October 2, 2018 1:11 PM
To: Military Radio Collectors Association <mrca at mailman.qth.net>
Subject: [MRCA] Correct keys for BC-654 etc

                    Well you can rest assured that when our MRCA member Dave KB3ELD displays his equipment that the correct key, cables, guy lines, canvas, accessory bags, documentation - - -  all of it is correct.
Dave set up and operated from Ft. Mott last week end . Whew .  .  . One week after doing a  display at Gilbert and yet another operating display and tent  at Ft. Mott. And BTW he has CW skills. My hats off to you Dave.
Z

On 10/1/2018 3:55 PM, Mkdorney via MRCA wrote:

I have the correct keys for my BC-654rig, and the BC-1306 rig I have. Also got the correct key for the second BC-654 rig that will be put up for sale when it becomes operational. The knee mounted keys are relatively easy to find, but a complete key, with cover for the BC-654 is a bit of a challenge. I do agree, though, about using the correct, issued key with a vintage military set. Makes for a better and more interesting display. 

73

Mark

WW2RDO

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On Oct 1, 2018, at 1:38 PM, KA1LHZ <sboard.ka1lhz at gmail.com> wrote:

I've got both the key and proper cable for my MSC-37 shelter. I don't dare to use it as it would be painful for all those involved...

73

DE KA1LHZ

On 09/24/2018 08:32 PM, Mike Morrow wrote:

If tribute to the military (non-ham) usage of the AN/GRC-106 or -106A has any value, the proper Morse key is the KY-116/U hand key and knee mount (JAN nomenclature for the earlier J-45 key and knee mount).  Both use the very common J-37 key.  The cord that connects between the KY-116/U and the audio connector on the RT-662 or -834 is the CX-1852/U. 

It should not be difficult to locate authentic devices.  It's disappointing for any military radio display or operation to unnecessarily substitute ham-style jury rigs.

Mike / KK5F

-----Original Message----- 
From: "B. Smith" 
Sent: Sep 24, 2018 5:49 PM 
To: Military Radio Collectors Association 
Subject: Re: [MRCA] Gilbert MRCA Event AAR CW? 

Ray CW keys are easy to make but  for casual or emergency ops  my favorite is to use a small "leaf" micro switch. The result is a very small key that has enclosed contacts that can't get dirty. Keep one in each radio's accessory bag. Never deploy  from Home Plate  without one. :-)    You probably won't use it for RCC but it will come in handy. 
Z

Ray KA3EKH remarks:
What would you change if given a second chance?Bring a CW key for the GRC-106, although my CW skills are lacking there are others who are proficient. Indeed there are any number of individuals who can perform the Net control, general radio operations and CW way beyond my capabilities and this is one of the events that we can all take advantage of others strengths and capabilities. Thanks again to Walt for doing net control. 

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