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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