Electronic Keyer; Learning Outline; Emulation Options; Storing Cw Messages - Kenwood TS-870S Instruction Manual

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6 COMMUNICATING
ELECTRONIC KEYER
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:
+ fambic operation with dot and dash memories
« Programmable via commands sent from your key
+ Emulation modes for other keyer types — you won't
have to re-train yourself if you're used to a keyer with
different timing
+ Soft-sectored messages that can "call" each other
and can contain ernbedded functions
+ Automatic contest serial number generation
+ Digital and linear speed contral (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 ig probably dest to learn the keyer's basic functions
first, then use it on-the-air, Over time, you will build up
your knowledge of its operation bit by bit. Don't 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 you've 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.
Auto-space
Load mode Character
Input queue ON
Serial number 001
Number option Q
Emulation K-1 Logikey
Function speed Equals paddle speed
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@ Learning Outline
To heip 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 to suit your
keying ability. Also, set
the keyer speed.
Range:
Reset function in
Muitipie-Button
Functions table
{page 33}
Speed:
KEY SPEED control
{page 11}
Confirm that correct
tight- or left-handed
orientation is selected.
Reverse function in
Multiple-Button
[Function table
{page 33}
Select the emulation
that suits you best. If
unsure, use the default.
Emulation Options
procedure and table
{page 33}
Learn how to load
messages into
memory.
Storing CW Messages
procedures {page 34}
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
Hand-key and Tune
modes.
Multiple-Button
'Functions table
{page 33}
Explore the Inquiry
mode.
Multiple-Button
Functions {page 33}
and Inquiry Functions
procedure and table
{page 35}
Explore the Function
mode.
Multiple-Button
Functions {page 33}
and Function
Commands procedure
and table {page 36}
Explore Embedded Embedded Functions
Functions. procedure and table
i{page 37}
Study the different Serial Number Options
method of sending
serial numbers in
contests.
table {page 37}