Yes. The Ghost Army in WW II (look it up on Wikipedia) copied fists of actual operators to try and deceive the enemy. Caryn KD2GUT, my longest code buddy, participates in a slow speed net and I could always tell it was her when she threw out her callsign as I've learned to identify her fist. You have CW QSOs long enough with another op and you begin to identify how their keying is but also their sentence structure and the kinds of words they typically use. It is a neat thing!
Thanks for your comment. I actually recommend new ops use both because a paddle will teach you the correct timing of the character since the computer is making it but the straight key will help cement it neurologically in your brain and hand. I enjoy using both - my paddle usually for POTA and my straight key for SKCC-related QSOs or just having fun on the air. This is a wonderful aspect of CW - you get your choice of toys!
I am still learning how to upload and structure a video. I selected "premiere" and probably shouldn't have as I think that was confusing - hi hi. Figuring out this new skill is a process. Hope you enjoyed the video.
Yes, Shaie. I think you and Joey might have done that. My code buddy Caryn KD2GUT and I have sent animal noises to each other just for fun. Sending words can work well, also, when the bands conditions are bad. We've had conditions with 339 on both ends so we keep our exchanges short and often repeat back to the other what was sent to confirm we copied it. There is no particular way a code buddy QSO has to happen, just as long as both ops are being respectful and having fun.
I think I am using a CW Morse camelback key. I like how easy the key moves. As it is light, it will move around on the desk so I use some funtak to hold it in place.
I use N3FJP. When I first got into the hobby, that is the program the elmers in my local club recommended. I've been happy with it so far. I also use the SKCC logger for any SKCC QSOs because that automatically tracks my progress for any of their awards. In the field for POTA or SOTA, I log QSOs by hand on paper and enter them into N3FJP when I return home. Then I can generate an .adi file to upload to the POTA site for credit. You have to find what works best for you and stick with that.
Pota babe! Love it! #CWon !!
Great idea & video!
Thank you for the compliment. GL with your code buddy efforts!
Hi Teri sitting here reading the mail HI. 73, Marc, W4MPS
Thanks for the QSO, fun to follow your QSO Charles ! Looking forward to more video's.
73
Joe
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Thanks for the comment and support Joe. Hope you are doing well in your neck of the woods!
I read that back in the day when CW was mainstream and a business tool that a person could identify a sender just by the style of their keying.
Yes. The Ghost Army in WW II (look it up on Wikipedia) copied fists of actual operators to try and deceive the enemy. Caryn KD2GUT, my longest code buddy, participates in a slow speed net and I could always tell it was her when she threw out her callsign as I've learned to identify her fist. You have CW QSOs long enough with another op and you begin to identify how their keying is but also their sentence structure and the kinds of words they typically use. It is a neat thing!
Excellent fist! 73 DE NØIP
I like very much your modulation, and i understand very well…
I hope to meet cw operator like you on the air.. Renzo
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You are welcome, Renzo. Thank you for the compliment.
QRG ? I’ll go up to the shack and listen for you
Nice smooth sending and at a decent speed. I think everyone should learn on a straight key before trying to learn to use a paddle.
Thanks for your comment. I actually recommend new ops use both because a paddle will teach you the correct timing of the character since the computer is making it but the straight key will help cement it neurologically in your brain and hand. I enjoy using both - my paddle usually for POTA and my straight key for SKCC-related QSOs or just having fun on the air. This is a wonderful aspect of CW - you get your choice of toys!
Great video
Oops thought you were live
I am still learning how to upload and structure a video. I selected "premiere" and probably shouldn't have as I think that was confusing - hi hi. Figuring out this new skill is a process. Hope you enjoyed the video.
Hi Terri, Code buddy sending random words that don’t make sense just for fun! Shaie W3DSW
Yes, Shaie. I think you and Joey might have done that. My code buddy Caryn KD2GUT and I have sent animal noises to each other just for fun. Sending words can work well, also, when the bands conditions are bad. We've had conditions with 339 on both ends so we keep our exchanges short and often repeat back to the other what was sent to confirm we copied it. There is no particular way a code buddy QSO has to happen, just as long as both ops are being respectful and having fun.
Hi Terri. What straight key are you using here? I like that you can rest your wrist on the desk. - Mark K7MJG
I think I am using a CW Morse camelback key. I like how easy the key moves. As it is light, it will move around on the desk so I use some funtak to hold it in place.
What logging program do you use Teri?
I use N3FJP. When I first got into the hobby, that is the program the elmers in my local club recommended. I've been happy with it so far. I also use the SKCC logger for any SKCC QSOs because that automatically tracks my progress for any of their awards. In the field for POTA or SOTA, I log QSOs by hand on paper and enter them into N3FJP when I return home. Then I can generate an .adi file to upload to the POTA site for credit. You have to find what works best for you and stick with that.