CW Keyer Features

Figure 1: CW KEYER block diagram

• No COM or LPT port necessary, just one USB port

• Complete "Computer &lt-> Radio" electrical isolation

- optical isolation of ALL signals -> Radio Control, CW, PTT

• Compatible with most standard MS Windows based logging or control software

- special microHAM "USB Device Router" program creates virtual COM ports as needed for full functionality with your favorite programs - customizable presets to instantly change CW KEYER parameters for the various requirements of different programs

• Integrated computer control port for all radios CI-V, FIF-232, IF-232, RS-232

- fully supported Icom, Kenwood, Ten Tec, Yaesu and other radios - no separate level converter required

• Integrated superior K1EL WinKey™ chip with extended capabilities for superior CW

- front panel speed knob - nine (9) user programmable memories - PS/2 keyboard/keypad support for direct CW sending - PS/2 keyboard/keypad support for instant CW message playback and function handling - PS/2 keyboard/keypad CW works without computer connection - pecisely timed auto PTT - selectable side tone - all parameters are stored inside the CW KEYER memory and reloaded after power up

• Strong RFI immunity

- integrated chokes and filters for best RFI immunity - advanced shielding and circuit design for RFI product supression

• Quick change connectors

- USB, Radio CAT - 1/8" - Paddle - 1/4", PS/2 - MiniDIN6, CW - RCA, PTT - RCA

• Front panel LEDs for easy visual feedback of CW and PTT

• Metal/Aluminum case, powder coated and silk screened

• Free, time unlimited firmware/software upgrades via internet

Specifications

USB: USB 2.0 Full speed, USB 1.1 compatible

Power consumption: USB side - up to 100mA Transceiver side up to 100mA at 13.8V (max. 16V)

Radio Port: RxD, TxD max. 57,600Bd -levels: TTL, inverted TTL, open collector bus, RS232

CW: open collector, max 30V/400mA

PTT: open collector, max 30V/400mA

Dimensions: W 103mm (4.05") x H 44mm (1.73") x D 85mm (3.35")

Weight: 600g (1.3lbs)

Requirements:

Minimal - PC with Win98SE, 48MB RAM, CD-ROM, USB1.1 port, Transceiver, logger or control software (any)

Recommended - PC with WinXP or higher, 256MB RAM, CD-ROM, USB2.0 port, Transceiver with computer port, CW paddle, PS/2 keypad, logger or control software (any)

Also suported - Apple G4 or later and OS-X 10.0 or later with MacLoggerDX from DogParkSoftware, Ltd. Nativelly supported by cocoaModem

Note - Windows Millennium Edition Windows ME is not supported