I Tom
I have just had it confirmed on the N1MM list that it is possible.
73
David W Wood
-----Original Message-----
From: For blind ham radio operators [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
On Behalf Of Tom Behler
Sent: Friday, December 20, 2013 4:31 PM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Re: N1MM Voice Keying
David:
If this is true, this would be a real advantage of N1MM over N3FJP.
This is why I'm starting to give N1MM more serious consideration.
Tom Behler: KB8TYJ
-----Original Message-----
From: For blind ham radio operators [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
On Behalf Of David W Wood
Sent: Friday, December 20, 2013 11:25 AM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Re: N1MM Voice Keying
Tom
I am pretty sure that you can define your own sound card in N1MM, but as I
don't use SSB, can't give you chapter and verse.
73
ATB
David W Wood
-----Original Message-----
From: For blind ham radio operators [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
On Behalf Of Tom Behler
Sent: Friday, December 20, 2013 4:15 PM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Re: N1MM Voice Keying
Kelvin:
Thanks for this very helpful info.
Several years ago, I tried working with the N3FJP software and the TS590 to
create voice contest exchanges, but ran into sound card issues with the
N3FJP software.
I'm trying to recall all the details now, but I think I remember the problem
was that N3FJP always uses the default sound card to play the wave files,
which created issues since I also needed Jaws for data entry and screen
navigation. I had considered just eliminating the N3FJP wave files, but
never really got down to trying things that way.
I don't know if the N1MM software will give me more flexibility in these
regards, but these are all issues I want to begin exploring again.
I hope this makes at least a little sense, since I'm working from my mental
memory bank here. (smile)
Tom Behler: KB8TYJ
-----Original Message-----
From: For blind ham radio operators [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
On Behalf Of Kelvin Marsh
Sent: Friday, December 20, 2013 7:12 AM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: N1MM Voice Keying
Hi Tom,
Just catching up with my mail <smile>. As David says, the N1MM
Configuration screen is tricky to use, because you cannot use any
traditional keyboard commands. Everything must be done using the Mouse
Pointer or Review cursor. The good thing is that Configuration is not used
once the rig and keyer selections have been made and setup.
Selecting a contest and everything that follows is within a screen reader's
capabilities. I have recorded a series of N1MM demos on the Active Elements
site, and this includes navigation of the Configuration screen with
Window-Eyes.
Reading your posts, I think it is voice messages you wish to send? Yes,
this can be done from the 590using the VGS-1, but as you suggest, this is
not ideal for contests as you need to take your hands from the keyboard and
press buttons... Saying that, I remember you can use the 590 software to
assign PC Function Keys to perform commands on the radio, but I think this
is only from within the software, and you lose it when switching to a
logger...
The way N1MM, and I assume N3FJP, handle voice keying is by using
pre-recorded Wav files on your PC. This works well, but you need some kind
of interface to link the PC sound card to the radio. Fortunately, the 590
already has this, and I'm fairly sure the 590 pops up in the list of sound
cards on the PC if you connect via USB...
You obviously need to record the Wav files using a PC sound recorder, and
you'll probably need to edit them and certainly remove any silence at the
beginning and end of each clip. I recorded my files via the radio, so the
audio sounded exactly the same as if I was live.
Several years ago, I even used N1MM for sending SSB callsigns and serial
numbers during a contest. I produced all the contest exchanges, and
separate Wav files for each number and letter. N1MM will concatenate what
it needs from these files and send back callsigns and serial numbers. Some
of the numbers sound mechanical due to the lack of intonation, but if you
wished, there was actually no need to use the mike at all! In effect, the
N1MM keystrokes were identical to those used in a CW contest with the
Winkeyer.
Best wishes, Kelvin Marsh - M0AID
Working to improve accessibility for radio amateurs with disabilities
www.active-elements.org
For accessibility evaluations of amateur equipment and MP3 manuals
-----Original Message-----
From: For blind ham radio operators [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
On Behalf Of Tom Behler
Sent: 17 December 2013 14:12
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Subject: 10 meter contest so far
I'd be interested in the experiences of anyone using N1MM with Jaws as well,
since that is the screen reader I currently use.
Tom Behler: KB8TYJ
-----Original Message-----
From: For blind ham radio operators [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
On Behalf Of John Vernaleken
Sent: Tuesday, December 17, 2013 8:32 AM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Re: 10 meter contest so far
Tom,
I tried using N1MM with JAWS, not easy. If anyone has had success with N1MM
and JAWS let me know.
I think Lloyd is using Window Eyes.
John KC2QJB
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