Why is that the 'only' correct way?
I would have thought the correct way, if not using a bug, is what
feels most natural to the user?
Is there something about using a thumb for dots that makes it feel
more comfortable?
73 de M0XDF, K3 #174
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In theory, there is no difference between theory
At 03:12 AM 08/20/09, David Ferrington, M0XDF wrote:
Why is that the 'only' correct way?
I would have thought the correct way, if not using a bug, is what
feels most natural to the user?
Aw, now you did it.next thing you know we'll start discussing the correct
way to tie shoe laces, or play
: [Elecraft] Standard paddle settings
Why is that the 'only' correct way?
I would have thought the correct way, if not using a bug, is what
feels most natural to the user?
Is there something about using a thumb for dots that makes it feel
more comfortable?
73 de M0XDF, K3 #174
--
In theory
: [Elecraft] Standard paddle settings
Why is that the 'only' correct way?
I would have thought the correct way, if not using a bug, is what
feels most natural to the user?
Is there something about using a thumb for dots that makes it feel
more comfortable?
73 de M0XDF, K3 #174
--
In theory
I've been operating left-handed with dots on the fore-finger since the
early 60's when my dad built a tube based Heathkit keyer. I can
comfortably send 25 WPM without even thinking about what my fingers are
doing. I'm sure there's a point to encouraging newbies to learn the
right way. But in
- Original Message -
From: Ralph Parker ve...@dccnet.com
Indeed, there is only one correct way - the dots are always on the thumb,
regardless of which hand is used. I assume this applies also to
left-handed
bugs, although I've never seen one. (Otherwise, how would you know that
Hello everyone,
I have a very basic question about CW paddle operation. What is the
normal or standard for dot and dash positions on a paddle? Is the dot
or dash normally on the left paddle?
After 20 years of strictly voice operation I am getting back to CW. I
always used a straight
: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 22:59:44 -0400
Subject: [Elecraft] Standard paddle settings?
Hello everyone,
I have a very basic question about CW paddle operation. What is the
normal or standard for dot and dash positions on a paddle? Is the dot
or dash normally on the left paddle?
After 20 years
Hello Doug:
The standard is for the right hand paddle (operated by the finger of the
right hand) to make dashes while the left hand paddle (operated by the thumb
of the right hand) makes the dits.
Perhaps it's best to call that the legacy orientation since it follows the
conventional operation
As a southpaw myself, I also learned to send using a Bug right handed, but
that was because I often operated at other installations on ships and
military stations (and the occasional Field Day setup) that had a
right-handed bug set up on the table.
Like you, the ability to make notes with my
Thanks guys,
I had things backwards. I have swapped it around so it is now in the
standard position. It already feels better. Back to my CW practice.
Thanks and hope to talk to you all on the CW bands soon.
Doug W4DAS
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The standard is for the right hand paddle (operated by the finger of the
right hand) to make dashes while the left hand paddle (operated by the thumb
of the right hand) makes the dits.
...the conventional operation of semi-automatic mechanical keys (bugs)...
Indeed, there is only one correct way
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