Kenwood TS-870S instruction manual Electronic Keyer, Communicating, Learning Outline

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ELECTRONIC KEYER ■ Learning Outline

The keyer supplied with the TS-870S is a full-featured K-1 Logikey keyer that will delight anybody that respects a good keyer. A great deal of information on using this keyer is provided in this manual, not because it is difficult to use, but because it has an incredible number of features. Some of the features of your keyer include:

¥Iambic operation with dot and dash memories

¥Programmable via commands sent from your key

¥Emulation modes for other keyer types Ñ you wonÕt have to re-train yourself if youÕre used to a keyer with different timing

¥Soft-sectored messages that can ÒcallÓ each other and can contain embedded functions

¥Automatic contest serial number generation

¥Digital and linear speed control (6 ~ 60 wpm)

¥Adjustable weight for code elements (25% ~ 75%)

¥Tune function for continuous key down

¥Selectable automatic character spacing

¥Message loop capability for continuous replay

It is probably best to learn the keyerÕs basic functions first, then use it on-the-air. Over time, you will build up your knowledge of its operation bit by bit. DonÕt try to memorize everything at one time!

Points to know before beginning:

¥Although the sidetone can be heard while using any mode, CW mode must be selected to set functions on the keyer.

¥When pressing two or more keys on the keypad to select a keyer function, press the correct keys as instructed, then release them. You know youÕve held them down too long if you hear a continuous tone before releasing the keys. In this case, a rapid multi-dit error alarm sounds when you release the keys to confirm the error.

Function	Default
Speed	20 wpm
Weight	50%
Auto-space	OFF
Load mode	Character
Input queue	ON
Serial number	001
Number option	0
Emulation	K-1 Logikey
Function speed	Equals paddle speed

CAUTION: After pressing [SEND] to select the transmit mode, be aware that all characters or tones generated while programming the keyer will accompany the transmitted signal.

To help you learn the keyer, the table below offers suggestions for how to proceed. Consult the indicated tables and procedures for specific information.

Activity	Consult
Set the keyer speed	Range:
range to suit your	Reset function in
keying ability. Also, set	Multiple-Button
the keyer speed.	Functions table
	{page 33}
	Speed:
	KEY SPEED control
	{page 11}
Confirm that correct	Reverse function in
right- or left-handed	Multiple-Button
orientation is selected.	Function table
	{page 33}
Select the emulation	Emulation Options
that suits you best. If	procedure and table
unsure, use the default.	{page 33}
Learn how to load	Storing CW Messages
messages into	procedures {page 34}
memory.
Learn how to play back	CW Message Playback
memory messages.	procedure {page 34}
Learn how to erase	Erasing CW Messages
memory messages.	procedure {page 35}
Learn how to initiate	Multiple-Button
Hand-key and Tune	Functions table
modes.	{page 33}
Explore the Inquiry	Multiple-Button
mode.	Functions {page 33}
	and Inquiry Functions
	procedure and table
	{page 35}
Explore the Function	Multiple-Button
mode.	Functions {page 33}
	and Function
	Commands procedure
	and table {page 36}
Explore Embedded	Embedded Functions
Functions.	procedure and table
	{page 37}
Study the different	Serial Number Options
method of sending	table {page 37}
serial numbers in
contests.

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