And because you will be sending better code, it will be easier for
folks to stay in a qso with you. A straight key was great advice when
elmers were at hand to have initial qso's across town on home built
rigs. If not, the paddles and a keyer (built into Elecraft rigs)
helps you get the rhythm, and makes it easier to have a better qso.
Once you know what the code is _supposed_ to sound like, picking up a
straight key is a useful skill, and you will be better for it.
Personally, it gives me too much trouble with my hands and wrists, and
I do so enjoy my HexKey. The better I get at code, the more I enjoy
it. But still have a long ways to go.
Dave Wilburn
K4DGW
K2/100 - S/N 5982
"For those who fought for it, freedom has a flavor the protected will
never know."
Romanchik Dan wrote:
I agree with copying by ear, but not with starting with a hand key. Get
a paddle and use a keyer (either internal or external). You'll send
better code and it will be a lot less strain on your wrist and arm.
73!
Dan KB6NU
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CW Geek and MI Affiliated Club Coordinator
Read my ham radio blog at http://www.kb6nu.com
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On Mar 22, 2008, at Mar 22, 5:23 PM, K2ZR wrote:
Cookie,
I can only add to your note::
Start with a hand key and copying by
ear.
is to find a quality CW operator to help the new operator to get the
rhythm of the character correct.
Dick, K2ZR/4
Pounding Brass for 46 Years!
Key West , "The End Of The Road"
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