Category Archives: CW

Gmail Tap: I only wish it were true….

Posted on April 1, 2012 by k4swl

Google has once again featured morse code–this time (unfortunately) as an April Fool’s joke! This video will explain it all, then, raise your hand if you’re disappointed.

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Thoughts on the Elecraft KX1 and comparing with the Ten-Tec HB1B

Posted on February 6, 2012 by k4swl

I’ve been meaning to write a post about my Elecraft KX1, because, of all of the rigs I own, it’s the most-often-used, thus the clear favorite in my stable. But:  this morning, I read John Harper’s (AE5X) excellent assessment of the Elecraft … Continue reading →

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Andy’s 6N7 Tube QRP Amp

Posted on January 5, 2012 by k4swl

In this Glowbug Times article, Andy shows us his very cool homebrew tube amp. Andy shares his motivation: Once upon a time I’d decided to join a Big Guns Gang and made a Super-Duper Powerful Vacuum Tube QRP amplifier for my 800mW QRPP homebrew … Continue reading →

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Try your hand at Straight Key Night (SKN)

Posted on December 31, 2011 by k4swl

For many, the CW event of the year is Straight Key Night (SKN). This is the time of year that you dust of the straight key and hit the bands with fellow hams who are using the most time-honored tradition … Continue reading →

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Elecraft now accepting orders for the KX3

Posted on December 27, 2011 by k4swl

It appears that Elecraft is now accepting orders for the KX3 QRP tranceiver that we first mentioned on QRPer.com during the 2011 Dayton Hamvention. Order are expected to be shipped in February 2012. The kit version of the KX3 will … Continue reading →

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Morse “encoded” National Guard building in Milan, Illinois

Posted on December 22, 2011 by k4swl

Dave Mayfield noticed a pattern in the bricks of this Milan, Illinois National Guard building. (Source: WQAD) If you have trouble viewing the embedded video above, please click this link to view on WQAD’s website.

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NAQCC Sprint Tuesday Night

Posted on October 9, 2011 by k4swl

The NAQCC Sprint is a monthly event that caters to the CW veteran, the CW newcomer, straight key and bug fans. All are welcome to participate (this includes QRO); but you must use QRP power levels to compete for awards. … Continue reading →

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Ohio QRPers take break from Field Day to smoke some texters

Posted on June 28, 2009 by k4swl

In the spirit of a segment from The Tonight Show with Jay Leno which aired in 2005, Marion County, Ohio, amateurs staged a face-off between CW operators and local texters to draw public attention to their 2009 Field Day event. … Continue reading →

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The perfect key to use when you’re in a pinch.

Posted on December 5, 2008 by k4swl

I think this homebrew key by Laurent Dumas (F8BBL) is simply amazing. It’s portable, easy to make from spare parts lying about the house and can serve you well if you’re in a pinch. (Sorry, I just can’t use this … Continue reading →

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How to learn morse code (CW) for free!

Posted on October 10, 2008 by k4swl

QRPers know that the best mode to get the biggest bang out of the lowest amount of power is with morse code, (a.k.a. CW). If you haven’t learned CW yet or are looking to improve your speed, you’re in for … Continue reading →

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