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We
have added CW sending features including real time keyboard,
pre-programmed strings and even on-the-air code practice modules to all of the logging
programs. To
send CW using our software, connect
your computer to the rig via either the computer's serial or
parallel (printer) ports. The
software uses either the RTS Line
or the DTR Line of the serial port or the parallel port to send the key down command.
If
you would like to make your own interface, below are two schematics
for building an interface using the RTS line. Any transmitter that uses a "connect to ground to key" jack can
use either of these
schematics. Thanks to Bob, N3UR, for providing
these schematics!
Direct
Keying Schematic 
(The
resistor value is 4.7k)
Optic
Coupling Schematic
(Electrically separates the computer from the radio.)
Parallel
(Printer Port) Schematic
If
you would like to purchase an interface, we have found a great
supplier who is willing to help you out! W1GEE Products provides
both PC Serial and Parallel Keying Modules. The serial module has been
designed to provide a hardware link to the transceiver from
your computer's DB-9 serial port using the DTR (pin 4 of the
DB-9 connector) lead as the active signal and SGND (pin 5) as
reference ground. The parallel module uses pin 17 as the
active signal and pin 1 as ground.
Using
N3FJP software programs, you can use the computer to replace the transceiver's
straight key to send code. A separate key is no longer required;
although one can be connected in parallel with the keying plug
if desired. Please note that these units replace the STRAIGHT
KEY. To function properly, you must turn off the transceiver's
automatic keyer and plug the unit into the STRAIGHT KEY socket.
Keying is accomplished by the tip and sleeve of the Keying Module
plug in the same manner as a straight key would do.
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order promptly!
Send to the address below:
G.
Scott Davis, N3FJP
118
Glenwood Road
Bel Air, MD 21014-5533
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These products are manufactured
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