Firmware Version 1.21
2/2/2010
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Features
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Simple to operate
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Morse code keying from a single or dual lever paddle
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Numerous keying modes supported
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Curtis Mode A
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Curtis Mode B (with adjustable paddle timing)
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“Bug” mode – automatic dots, manual dashes
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Ultimatic mode
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Straight key or “Cootie” mode
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Paddle “sensitivity” or timing can be adjusted to suit your personal preference
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Up to 30 memory slots available in five banks of six messages each
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Each message can be up to 255 characters in length
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Any bank of 6 messages can be assigned to the top buttons
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Embedded commands in memory messages for a wide range of functions
Change the sidetone frequency
Send your stored callsign
Send serial/QSO number, with or without automatic incrementing
Send a steady carrier 1-9 seconds in length
Increment or decrement speed in 1 WPM steps
Change speed to a specific value
Set HSCW speed up to 15,000 LPM
Set QRSS speed from 1 to 120 seconds per dit
Set Farnsworth spacing
Send the last word sent from the paddles
Call any other message from any bank
Merge two characters into a prosign
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Messages can be paused to manually insert information from the paddle,
and will automatically resume.
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Messages can be “stacked” to send in sequence
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Beacon mode will repeat a message at regular intervals from 1 second to 5
minutes
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“Cut numbers” supported for serial numbers (any combination of 0, 9, T,
N)
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Altered settings (Farnsworth, QRSS, HSCW) automatically cancel on
completion of the memory message
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Simple, intuitive memory record/play control
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Tap any memory button to play its associated message
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Hold the button to review, record or edit the message
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Keying output rated at 400V at up to 200 mA
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Amplifier or PTT keying output rated at 400V at up to 400 mA, with adjustable
lead & hang times
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Keying times can be adjusted to lengthen all, or only the first element sent
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Straight key input for manual keying
