In a recent message, Frank MacDonell <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote ...
Before I get on the air. What are some of the most common errors for
beginning CW Operators. Thanks
The biggest mistake, Frank, is not going on the air and having QSOs on
the key. Once you have learnt the code alphabet go on the air and work
someone (maybe a local friend) and practice in that way. Eventually,
your speed build up and you will feel more and more confident. Without
realising it, you will be having contacts at 20wpm.
One of the misconceptions is that you have to get up to speed before
daring to put your CW on the air. One reads so many times about people
"working on their Morse" and continue working on SSB until they get up
to speed. They will fail, and will be "working on their Morse" for many
months (or even years) to come.
Plug in your key, Frank, and have a QSO.
73
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David G4DMP
Leeds, England, UK
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