Kenwood TS-870S - Manual (Page 38)

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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:
• Iambic 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 embedded functions
• Automatic contest serial number generation
• Digital and linear speed control (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 is probably best 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.
■ Learning Outline
To help 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.
Confirm that correct
right- or left-handed
orientation is selected.
Select the emulation
that suits you best. If
unsure, use the default.
Learn how to load
messages into
memory.
Learn how to play back
memory messages.
Learn how to erase
memory messages.
Learn how to initiate
Hand-key and Tune
modes.
Explore the Inquiry
mode.
Explore the Function
mode.
Explore Embedded
Functions.
Study the different
method of sending
serial numbers in
contests.
Range:
Reset function in
Multiple-Button
Functions table
{page 33}
Speed:
KEY SPEED control
{page 11}
Reverse function in
Multiple-Button
Function table
{page 33}
Emulation Options
procedure and table
{page 33}
Storing CW Messages
procedures {page 34}
CW Message Playback
procedure {page 34}
Erasing CW Messages
procedure {page 35}
Multiple-Button
Functions table
{page 33}
Multiple-Button
Functions {page 33}
and Inquiry Functions
procedure and table
{page 35}
Multiple-Button
Functions {page 33}
and Function
Commands procedure
and table {page 36}
Embedded Functions
procedure and table
{page 37}
Serial Number Options
table {page 37}
Function Default
Speed
Weight
Auto-space
Load mode
Input queue
Serial number
Number option
Emulation
Function speed
20 wpm
50%
OFF
Character
ON
001
0
K-1 Logikey
Equals paddle speed
CAUTION: After pressing [SEND] to select the transmit mode, be
aware that all characters or tones generated while programming the
keyer will accompany the transmitted signal.