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Danny Dyer <[log in to unmask]>
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For blind ham radio operators <[log in to unmask]>
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Phil, the website is coastalchip.com

On 9/8/13, Danny Dyer <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
> The Universal QSYer KeyPad
> Now works with both ICOM and selected Yaesu and Kenwood radios!
> Now Available As An Easy to Build Kit!!!
> The Universal QSYer allows users of virtually all ICOM radios, as well
> as the Yaesu FT-817, FT-857, FT-897, FT857 radios and the Kenwood
> TS-440 radio to directly enter frequencies and perform a range of
> other functions. This keypad is indispensable to those operators who
> own very small radios (such as the IC-706 series, the FT-100, and the
> FT-817) that don't have their own panel keypads and those operators
> who are visually impaired. Frankly, if you are operating one of these
> radios in a mobile or portable environment without one of these
> keypads, you are working way too hard.
> The keypad performs a number of functions. First, of course, it allows
> you to directly enter frequencies into the radio. You can enter the
> frequency as either kHz or MHz and the keypad will figure out which
> you intended. Thus, to QSY to 14.254 MHz, you can enter either 14254
> or 14*254. You can also omit any trailing zeros. Thus, to go to the
> bottom of the 40 meter band, you simply enter the 7 digit followed by
> the enter key. The keypad also knows which mode to switch the radio
> to. If you enter a frequency in the SSB portion of the 20 meter band,
> it knows to switch the radio to USB. If you enter a frequency in the
> SSB portion of the 40 meter band, it knows to switch to LSB. For the
> CW band segments it automatically switches to CW. Enter a 2 meter
> repeater frequency, and it switches to FM. Enter a frequency in the FM
> broadcast band, and it switches to WFM. The keypad itself uses high
> quality full-travel (not membrane) keys and emits a pleasant beep
> whenever a key is pressed.
> The keypad performs a number of other functions as well. When
> operating with an ICOM or Kenwood radio, It can immediately select any
> numbered memory in your radio. To go to memory number 15, for example,
> you simply enter A15. (This feature is not available on the Yaesu
> models because of the way Yaesu has designed it's computer control
> system.) It also allows you to switch between the two VFOs on most
> radios (not the IC-728 or some other older model ICOMs) with a single
> keystroke. Simple keystrokes also allow you to switch between the VFO
> and memory modes. When operating with a Yaesu radio, you can change
> the repeater shift from the keypad, or step through the various modes
> on the radio.
> The keypad is designed to be operated from an internal 9 volt battery
> when connected to an ICOM or Kenwood radio and requires no power at
> all when connected to a Yaesu radio. It's power consumption is now so
> low (under 10 microamps when idling) that it should run for at least
> months on a single battery.
> Switching the keypad between radios is quite simple. To change the
> keypad to FT-817 (FT-897, FT 857) mode, for example, simply type:
> **817. To switch to FT-100 mode, type: **100 To switch to ICOM mode,
> type **0XX where XX is the CI-V address of your radio. Thus the keypad
> can easily be carried from the IC-756 in your house, to the IC-706 in
> your car to the FT-817 when you go backpacking without missing a beat.
> The keypad includes one cable to connect to the computer jack on your
> radio. When ordering, please specify whether you want the ICOM, Yaesu
> or Kenwood cable. Additional cables are available for $5 each, if
> ordered with the keypad.
> This keypad is now available as an easy to build kit!
> The Universal QSYer is available in a wired and tested version for $90
> plus shipping anywhere in the World. It is also available as a
> complete kit. This kit includes of the parts necessary to build
> exactly the same product that is sold wired and tested. The enclosure
> is pre-drilled so that no cutting or plastic work is required. The
> circuitboard has very few parts and makes an excellent beginner's kit.
> Step by step instructions are included. To build the kit you will need
> a soldering iron (30 watts or less) and a hot glue gun (the type that
> can be picked up a stores like WalMart for under $3.
> Download the Operating Manual
> Download the Assembly Manual
> The Universal QSYer can be ordered from John Hansen, 49 Maple Avenue,
> Fredonia, NY 14063. Payment may be made by personal check or money
> order. If you order by mail, please add $5 for shipping.
> Alternatively, if you have access to the Internet you can place an
> order electronically using MasterCard or Visa by using PayPal. This
> may be particularly convenient for those wishing to place orders from
> foreign countries. For further information contact John Hansen, W2FS
> at the above address or at [log in to unmask]
>
> Universal QSYer with ICOM Cable - Kit - $55Make payments with PayPal -
> it's fast, free and secure!
> Universal QSYer with Yaesu Cable - Kit - $55Make payments with PayPal
> - it's fast, free and secure!
> Universal QSYer with Kenwood Cable - Kit - $55Make payments with
> PayPal - it's fast, free and secure!
> Universal QSYer - Wired and Tested with ICOM Cable $85Make payments
> with PayPal - it's fast, free and secure!
> Universal QSYer - Wired and Tested with Yaesu Cable $85Make payments
> with PayPal - it's fast, free and secure!
> Universal QSYer - Wired and Tested with Kenwood Cable $85Make payments
> with PayPal - it's fast, free and secure!
> Extra Cable for ICOM - $7Make payments with PayPal - it's fast, free and
> secure!
> Extra Cable for Yaesu - $7Make payments with PayPal - it's fast, free
> and secure!
> Extra Cable for Kenwood - $7Make payments with PayPal - it's fast,
> free and secure!
>
> Make payments with PayPal - it's fast, free and secure!
>
> On 9/8/13, Phil Scovell <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
>> Anybody have and could email to me, please?
>>
>>
>> Phil.
>> K0NX
>> Living His Name
>>
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