Morse keys, keyer and accessories

Cable list for microHAM CW-Keyer and Station Master

CW-KEYER List of CAT cables

10-Keypad

The 10 Keypad is directly connected to the microKEYER and allows control of various CW functions, like recall of stored standard buffers, adjusting speed and many more. The RTTY functions require a full PS/2 keyboard (a USB keyboard will not work!).

Bencher Morse keys

What makes the ideal paddle? A paddle that is perfectly responsive, light to the touch, a paddle your fingers float over and become as one. A perfect paddle is one that the operator forgets as his/her thoughts reach out, flawlessly and smoothly translated into perfect CW. A paddle with definitive yet subtle tactile feedback, friction free return, and perfect closure on every dot and dash. In another word: Bencher keys.

Bencher Morse HexKey

Bencher HexKey

A morse key of a new dimension! The proven and reliable mechanics of the traditional Bencher keys has been improved with the HexKey by using magnets for the release force adjustment. Each paddle side (dot, dash) can be adjusted individually in it's force. Despite the robust mechanics the key can be operated with very subtle finger movements, perfect for precise and high speed keying. The contact width can also be adjusted individually for each side. Gold plated silver contacts give a reliable electrical contact over many years to come.

Morse keys need to have a fixed place on the operators desk. To remain at that place, even under hectic conditions, the key must be heavy - so the Bencher HexKey weighs 1.4kg! The black base plate is powerder coated, the mechanics are chrome plated. The hexagonal shape of the baseplate is perfect for a solid stand without tipping or movement. A hex key is supplied for adjustment of the release force and contact width. The operator needs to supply a cable to the radio (2 wires plus shield).

CW-Keyer Tiny

Morse keyer for PC keyboards
Microporocessor controlled unit, enabling you to send Morse telegraphy with any stand PC keyboard (PS/2 connector). Many functions like memories, loops, contest sequence numbers, beacon id etc. are available with the integrated software. Works without a PC, requires 7 to 15V DC. Power consumption max. 50mA, incl. keyboard.

• Eight standard text memories (4x 32 chars, 4x 64 chars), retains contents after power down
• One Quick memory, e.g. note the call of your partner for easy recall
• Two keying speeds selectable on the fly by hitting the enter key.
• Speed control coarse or fine
• Seven different training programs
• Individual weighing of dash/dot/pause
• Usual traffic signs like BK, AR,SK available with Alt-key
• Automatic contest sequence generation (Nulls either a s"T" or "0")
• Continous keying for tuning purposes
• Visual feedback for memory overflow or errors
• Beacon mode allows programmable delays
• Programmable control pin (output) e.g. for power selection of a beacon
• The latest version supports the new '@' character

A customer writes:

From: nigel
Sent: Tuesday, September 04, 2007 6:40 PM
To: wimo
Subject: CWK-Tiny

Dear Sir,  I would like to give you some feedback on my recent purchase
of the CW keyer Tiny.  The item arrived very quickly, you made an effort
to post to me before your holiday.  I found the product information
clear, and fitted the board inside a standard keyboard.

I had one difficulty which I would like to pass on to you.  When the
keyer and keyboard are used in my home location with external HF/VHF
antenna the performance was perfect, my station being FT897 plus G5RV
antenna.
However on holiday using long wire or magnetic loop, the problem of RF
on the keyline occured.  This resulted in letters keyed not being sent
to the rig.  I solved this putting a ferrite clipon on the keyline.  You
may wish to add a note to your infomation should others have this
problem.  I have only just started using the basics, but will learn to
use the special features you have included in due course.  I am very
pleased with my purchase and will pass on your firm details to my
friends.  Many thanks

Nigel M0NDE

MFJ Morse-Tutor, -Decoder, -Keyer

Morse Tutor

Want to learn morse code? Then this is the right device for you. No PC or other equipment needed, small and battery operated, fits anywhere.


Features

• Beginner's Course
  QST rate MFJ tutors "the clear choice for beginners". Follows ARRL/VEC format. Learn small fixed sets of characters. Previously learned sets are combined with new sets to reinforce all you have learned.
• InstantReplay
  Practice copying, then instantly replay to check your copy on the LCD display.
• Custom Character Sets
  Having trouble with certain characters? Build and save 3 custom sets of 16 characters for extra practice -- an MFJ exclusive.
• Realistic Plain English QSOs
  Practice copying realistic on-the-air style plain English random QSOs. Gets you ready to pass your FCC test and upgrade. Also builds confidence for your first real contact.
• MFJ Word Recognition Mode
  MFJ's word Recognition Mode gives you hundreds of commonly used words in ham radio. Practice recognizing entire words instead of individual letters. Learn to copy words without writing it down. Carry on an entire CW QSO without paper -- just like pros on 40 Meter CW. You can also save 10 words of your choice for word recognition practice -- an MFJ exclusive.
• You'll never run out of practice
  Select letter, number, punctuation, prosign or FCC character sets (has only letters, numbers and prosigns required on FCC tests), random call signs, random words, QSO's or combination sets for practice -- you'll never run out of study material! You can even make up and save your own words and character sets for practice.
• MFJ InteractiveMode
  InteractiveMode lets you decide when to copy the next or previous group and how many -- great for beginners!
• Normal or Farnsworth
  Select normal or Farnsworth spacing. Farnsworth makes it easier to learn entire characters. Stop counting individual dots and dashes that slows learning! Farnsworth character speed is adjustable 10 to 60 Words-Per-Minute for high-speed practice.
• Fixed or Random Length Groups
  Use fixed length or more realistic random length groups (Up to 8 characters).
• Change speed on the Fly
  You can change speed on the fly while playing a session 3 to 60 words-per-minute.
• Settingsaver
  Setting are automatically saved, ready to use next time -- no more #$%@ resets! Turn it on, hit replay. Go back to practice!
• No Instruction Manual Needed
  Choose from easy - to - use menus on LCD. Simple 3 button operation.
• Large LCD Display
  Check your copy, select from menus and program custom characters and words on 2 line LC display with 32 huge 1/4 inch high-contrast characters -- powerful sound and sight learning!
• MilkySmoothSidetone
  Only MFJ gives you SilkySmooth Sidetone with TruTone sinewave and SoftStart dots/dashes -- lets you concentrate on learning without the distraction of harsh keyclicks. Use earphones for private practice or built-in speaker for groups. Adjustable volume. Loud powerful audio amplifier. Variable pitch 300 - 1000Hz
• True Pocket Size
  Fits in your shirt pocket with room to spare -- smaller than a pack of cigarettes. Tiny 2.25x3.75x1in. Weighs less than 5.5 ounces. Uses 9 volt battery (Not included).
• Tapes can't compare
  Tapes play the same old boring stuff over and over again. Unlike tapes, you'll never memorize the MFJ-418 random code sessions. You'll pay more for a few sets of code tapes. The MFJ-418 is less money, much more fun and far more effective.

Morse decoder MFJ-461

Is your CW rusty? Relax and place this tiny pocket size portable MFJ Morse Code / CW Reader near your receiver's speaker. Then watch Morse code signals turn into solid text messages as they scroll across an easy-to-read LCD display. No cables to hook-up, no computer, no interface, no other equipment needed! Use it as a backup in case you miscopy a few characters. It makes working high speed CW a breeze -- even if you're rusty. Practice by copying alone with the MFJ-461. It'll help you learn the code and increase your speed as you instantly see if you're right or wrong. Eavesdrop on interesting Morse code QSOs from hams all over the world. It's a universal language that's underestood the world over in all languages.

• Automatic Speed Tracking
  MFJ AutoTrak automatically locks on and tracks CW speed to decode high and low speed Morse code.
• MFJ Instant Replay
  The most recent 140 characters can be instantly replayed. This lets you re-read or check your copy if you're copying along side the MFJ-461.
• High Performance Modem
  Consistently get solid copy from MFJ's high performance PLL (phaselock loop) modem technology. Digs out weak signals and even tracks slightly drifting signals. Of course, nothing can clean up and copy a sloppy fist, especially with a weak signals with lots of QRM/QRN.
• High Contrast LCD Display
  2-line LCD display has 32 large 1/4 inch high-contrast characters. You can display decoded CW as text and speed or switch to all text on both lines.
• True Pocket Size
  Fits in your shirt pocket with room to spare -- it's smaller than a pack of cigarettes. Weighs less than 5.5 ounces.
• More Features
  A serial port lets you display CW text ona monitor using a computer and terminal program. When it's too noisy for its microphone pickup, or when you don't want to hear CW you can connect the MFJ-461 to your receiver witha cable. Battery saving feature puts it to sleep during periods of inactivity. Uses 9-Volt battery (not included).
• Easy to use -- No Instruction Manual needed!
  Just turn it on -- it starts copying instantly!

Morse decoder and keyer MFJ-464

Morse decoder and keyer in one small box. The MFJ-464 uses the same decoder as the MFJ-461 (functions see above). Additionally to the decoder it offers a morse keyer to which you can connect either a paddle, a keyboard or a computer. The sent morse characters are displayed on a two line LC display, speed and volume are regulated by controsl on the front.

• Decode and key with speeds from 5 to 99 WPM
• Automatic speed recognition when decoding
• Large, two line LC display
• Connections for single or double paddle, or computer keyboard
• Controls for speed and volume on the front side, easily accessible
• Four memories for CW text
• Write-ahead buffer
• Read buffer
• Adjustable character weighting
• Loudspeaker for sidetone
• requires 12V power supply