MK-1 firmware 1.21 updated

I have uploaded a new ZIP file with the latest Version 1.21 Beta firmware. The file includes the new manual in draft form. A couple of minor changes have been made over the past couple of weeks. These include a minor timing change to iambic Mode A (most people won’t notice any difference). I also . . . → Read More: MK-1 firmware 1.21 updated

Victims of our own success?

Response to the MK-1 over the past couple of months has been unexpectedly good. I had planned on the stock of MK-1s from the last production run to last for another month or so; this hasn’t turned out to be the case. As of today I have only a few units left, and I anticipate . . . → Read More: Victims of our own success?

MK-1 review in QST

The February issue of QST has a nice review of the MK-1. Always good to see things like that in print! The EHAM.net reviews have been pretty good, too.

Pass the word!!

Skype me!

Several people have asked if they can call for tech support. Generally, this isn’t a good idea — I have a full time job that requires my attention during the day, and a home and family that get my attention in the evening. I do try to keep Skype running while I’m available to answer . . . → Read More: Skype me!

Changes coming to the ID-O-Matic

ID-O-Matic to be retired; ID-O-Matic II to take its place. . . . → Read More: Changes coming to the ID-O-Matic

Dayton 2010

We will once again be at the Dayton Hamvention, May 14-16 in Dayton, OH this year. With the economy doing a bit better, perhaps attendance will pick up a little. We’ll be in a different location this time, over near ARRL, Begali, etc. I’ll post the booth number as we get closer to the date . . . → Read More: Dayton 2010

MK-1 Version 1.21 ready for testing

I am releasing MK-1 firmware version 1.21 for beta testing as of now. Here is the list of changes in this minor release:

FEATURES:

The first message of the current bank is checked for autostart on power up. The autostart command is /A in first two positions of M1. /A anywhere else will be . . . → Read More: MK-1 Version 1.21 ready for testing