MFJ Enterprises MFJ-498, Manual

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MFJ-498 Instruction Manual
MFJ-498 Display Keyboard Keyer
Features
Memories:
Eight independent 4000 character message memories.
32 Character Liquid Crystal Display:
The MFJ-498 has a 32 character display on which memories, simulations, and
keyboard entered text may be viewed.
Type Ahead Buffer:
The MFJ-498 has a 150 character type ahead buffer with audible "buffer full"
warning.
Built-In Iambic Keyer:
Using the paddle jack makes the MFJ-498 a keyboard controlled iambic keyer.
Embedded commands:
Auto-incrementing serial numbers, Timed pauses to 99 minutes 99 seconds,
Message loop.
Adjustable Parameters:
Code speed is variable from 5 to 100 WPM, weight varies from 5 to 95 %.
Sidetone Speaker:
Internal sidetone speaker with adjustable volume and frequency.
Morse Code Trainer:
Random code generator with 5 character or random 1-8 character length
words. Random characters are selectable from alphabetic, numeric, prosign,
and punctuation types; or specific 6 character sets.
Random Word Generator:
Sends from a database of many common words used in amateur radio.
FCC Exam Simulator:
Sends a random QSO, just like an FCC code test.
QSO Simulator:
Simulates "real" contacts with the keyer to practice on-the-air operation by
calling or answering CQ.
Keying Modes:
Iambic On/Off, Iambic A or Iambic B, Hand Key (straight key), Semi Auto