Posted: 6/26/2012 10:23:42 AM EDT
| Wanting to learn code and would like to set something up with a iambic keyer, ideas? |
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Do you already own a key, keyer, or radio with a built-in keyer?
Practice CW with Paddle Disclaimer: I've never used an iambic paddle, just a straight key. 
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Heathkit (made) and MFJ make external keyer units that will work with any rig and IIRC they have a built in oscillator so you can practice sending. However, sending is the easy part, copying is the trick . If you are looking for a rig with a built in keyer, then the sky is the limit as I think most newer rigs have this feature built in.
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Get a Pico Keyer Plus and an American Morse DCP paddle and you'll be practicing for less than $75 (after you build the keyer, anyway). |
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If you ever plan to do any cw contesting, you would likely need a winkey
Cool thing about the winkey, you set your desired send speed, via the knob, and the winkey sends consistent speed whether your are calling CQ from the computer or replying from your paddles... The K1EL winkeyer has a built in piezo and you can use it to practice.. fun project to solder up as well.. K1EL WKUSB |
| I have used one of these before. I think it is an inexpensive way for you to get into code. |