http://elecraft.85.s1.nabble.com/Why-is-K2-so-easy-to-send-cw-with-tp379585p379591.html
then later try the same on the K1.
From: "David F. Reed" <
> Tim,
>
> I noticed similar feelings about my K2 vs. my FT-817; in trying to
> rationalize my preference, I note that my K2 seems to be far less noisy
> (diode switching vs. relays) and the full break in is nicely
> adjustable. The FT-817 is more like using VOX on SSB in that if you try
> for a fast return to receive (short hold time), it switches back if you
> pause too long, adding to the clatter; if too long a delay, you miss
> stuff on the transfer in the exchange. All that contributes to the
> distraction for me, while the K2 just noiselessly switches; the delay
> can be set to make it operate less like full break in if you prefer, and
> it goes smooth.
>
> So my guess (I admit I know nothing about a 706) is that maybe its the
> clunking and clatter distraction that detracts from the 706 cw enjoyment
> when compared with the virtues of the K2...
>
> 73 de W5SV, Dave
>
> Tim Logan wrote:
>
> > Hello fellow Elecraft addicts -
> > I've been using my Icom 706 a lot lately while I build the amp for my
> > K2. As an 18- 20wpm cw novice I seem to have FAR more difficulty
> > SENDING cw on the 706 then I do on the K2. I could swear it's not my
> > imagination. After 30min on the 706 - a switch over to sending on the
> > K2 makes it feel like I just "jumped into a Formula I from an old
> > truck." Are there factors that make one radio far easier to send cw
> > with than another or is it just my imagination? If so - what are the
> > factors that affect how sending cw "feels"? Thanks folks.
> > 73/Tim NZ7C (non engineer electrical nimno)
>
>
> --
> David F. Reed - W5SV - cell: 512 585-1057
>
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