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MFJ MFJ-464 User Manual

MFJ MFJ-464
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MFJ-464 Instruction Manual CW Keyer/Reader
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Contents
THE BASICS
Introduction.....................................................................................................................1
Front Panel ......................................................................................................................2
Back Panel ......................................................................................................................3
Connecting to a Computer ...............................................................................................5
Basic Operation...............................................................................................................5
How to Use the Menu System..........................................................................................6
THE BUTTONS
The Buttons.....................................................................................................................8
Mode Button........................................................................................................8
MSG1-MSG4 Buttons..........................................................................................8
Button Combinations.......................................................................................................8
Decrement ...........................................................................................................8
Increment.............................................................................................................8
Repeat Reader Buffer...........................................................................................8
Freeze Reader Buffer ...........................................................................................9
Pulse Tune ...........................................................................................................9
Carrier Tune.........................................................................................................9
THE MENUS
Main Menus ..................................................................................................................10
Speed.................................................................................................................10
Weight ...............................................................................................................10
Tone ..................................................................................................................10
Reader Speed .....................................................................................................10
Setup Menus..................................................................................................................10
Overall Speed ....................................................................................................11
Farnsworth.........................................................................................................11
Weight ...............................................................................................................11
Character Space .................................................................................................12
Word Space .......................................................................................................12
Keying Compensation........................................................................................12
Keying Delay.....................................................................................................12
PTT Hang Time .................................................................................................12
Tone ..................................................................................................................13
Serial Number....................................................................................................14
Leading Zeroes ..................................................................................................14

Table of Contents

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MFJ MFJ-464 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMFJ
ModelMFJ-464
CategoryMedia Converter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

The Basics

Introduction and Key Features

Overview of the MFJ-464 KeyReader and its main capabilities.

General Capabilities

Summarizes the device's input methods and memory functions.

Front Panel Controls

Display and Control Buttons

Describes the LCD display and primary buttons for operation.

Audio and Adjustment Dials

Covers volume, tone, and set dial controls for audio and speed adjustments.

Back Panel Connectors

Power, Audio, and Radio Interface Jacks

Details the power input, side tone, and radio audio jacks on the back panel.

Back Panel Interfaces

Serial and Keyboard Ports

Describes computer serial and keyboard connection ports on the back panel.

Connecting to a Computer

Serial Port Configuration and Setup

Explains terminal software setup and serial port configuration for communication.

Basic Operation and Menu Navigation

Sending CW and Sidetone Feedback

Explains how to send CW signals and hear the sidetone feedback.

Navigating Main and Setup Menus

Describes how to use buttons to traverse the device's menu system.

Operational Flow Chart

Mode and Button Action Overview

Visual guide to main modes, quick modes, and button combinations for operation.

Button Functions and Combinations

Mode and Message Button Roles

Details the individual functions of the Mode and Message buttons for operation.

Special Function Button Combinations

Explains shortcuts and special functions using the Mode button with other buttons.

Main Mode Menus

Speed, Weight, Tone, and Reader Speed Settings

Describes common adjustable parameters accessible via main mode menus.

Setup Mode Menus - Speed and Spacing

Overall Speed and Farnsworth Mode Configuration

Adjusting sending speed and Farnsworth mode for character spacing.

Code Weight and Element Timing

Setting code weight and its effect on the sound of CW elements.

Setup Mode Menus - Timing and Spacing

Character, Word Spacing, and Keying Timing

Configuring gaps, compensation, and delay for CW keying.

Setup Mode Menus - Serial Number and Keying

Serial Number and Zeroes/Nines Configuration

Customizing serial number format, including leading zeroes and nines.

Iambic Keying Mode Selection

Enabling or disabling iambic keying features for paddle operation.

Setup Mode Menus - Paddle and Modes

Paddle Mode and Reverse Functionality

Configuring paddle input mode and reverse function for operators.

Monitor, Output, and Queue Mode Settings

Controls for sidetone, output signal, and message buffering.

The CW Reader

Reader Operation and Signal Tracking

How to use the CW reader and its ability to track Morse code signals.

Paddle Operation Modes

Iambic Keying Features and Modes

Explains iambic A/B modes and memory features for paddle input.

Message Memory Management

Playing, Saving, and Editing Messages

Procedures for using the device's message memory for storing and playback.

Keyboard Operation

Quick Mode Settings and Layout

Configuring keyboard type, repeat function, and Caps Lock status.

Typing, Buffering, and Error Correction

How to use the keyboard for sending CW, including buffer management.

Keyboard Shortcut Commands

Modifier Key Combinations for Functions

Lists functions accessible via CTRL, ALT, and SHIFT key combinations.

Setup Commands via Command Mode

Entering and Exiting Command Mode

How to access setup options using the tilde key and command mode.

Setup Commands - Timing and Spacing

Character Space and Decrement Commands

Details C# command for spacing and D command for serial number decrement.

Farnsworth and Gap Commands

Explains F## command for Farnsworth speed and G# for word space.

Setup Commands - Compensation and Monitor

Keying Compensation, Delay, and Monitor Settings

Details K##, L##, and M# commands for timing and sidetone.

Serial Number and Output Control Commands

Explains N#### for serial number and O# for output control.

Setup Commands - Paddle and Queue

Paddle Mode and Queue Function Commands

Details P# for paddle mode and Q# for message queue.

Speed Setting Commands

Explains S## command for setting the overall CW speed.

Setup Commands - Tone and Reverse

Tone Frequency and Reverse Paddle Commands

Details T## command for tone frequency and V for paddle reverse.

Weight and Carrier Tune Commands

Explains W## command for weight and X for carrier tune.

Message Memory and Quick Speeds

Keyboard Message Playback and Saving

Using F1-F4 and CTRL+Fn for message operations via keyboard.

Quick Speed Presets and Recall

Using F9-F12 and CTRL+F9-F12 for speed settings management.

Terminal Mode Operation

Computer Communication Setup

Configuring terminal program and serial connection for computer communication.

Prosign Entry and Terminal Commands

Using brackets and tilde for special characters and commands in terminal mode.

Terminal Mode Setup Commands - Spacing and Decrement

Character Space and Decrement Commands

C# and D commands for character space and serial number decrement in terminal mode.

Farnsworth and Gap Commands

F## and G# commands for Farnsworth speed and word space in terminal mode.

Terminal Mode Setup Commands - Handkey and Iambic

Handkey and Iambic Commands

H and I# commands for handkey mode and iambic selection in terminal mode.

PTT Hang Time and Number Commands

J#### and N#### commands for PTT hang time and serial number in terminal mode.

Embedded Commands in Messages

Controlling Playback with Embedded Commands

How commands affect speed, tone, and looping during message playback.

Loading and Sending Memory Blocks

Transferring Messages from Computer to Unit

Procedure for loading memory blocks from a computer to the MFJ-464.

Transferring Messages from Unit to Computer

Procedure for sending memory blocks from the MFJ-464 to a computer.

Message Memory Details

Message Memory Structure and Capacity

Explains the 1K memory organization and message capacity.

Preparing Messages with ASCII Editors

Guidance on creating messages externally using ASCII text editors.

Advanced Message Features

Using Embedded Commands for Playback Control

How to control playback parameters like speed and tone with embedded commands.

Embedded Command Reference - Serial Number and Farnsworth

Serial Number and Farnsworth Commands (/D, /F##)

Details for controlling serial number and Farnsworth mode via embedded commands.

Embedded Command Reference - Speed and Weight

Speed and Weight Adjustment Commands (/S##, /W##)

Details for adjusting speed and weight via embedded commands.

Appendices

Factory Default Settings

List of default configurations for the keyer upon initial setup.

Memory Reset and Self-Test Procedures

Message Memory Reset and Self-Test

Steps for clearing memory and running diagnostics on the unit.

Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

Failure Message Explanations

Meanings of error messages displayed during operation or testing.

Power Down Circuit Test

Test for power down functionality.

Jumper Settings and Assistance

Jumper Settings for Audio Configuration

Configuration options for audio output using internal jumpers.

Troubleshooting Common Issues and Assistance

Answers to frequent questions and support contact information.

Morse Code Character Set

Radio Service Signals

Standard Radio Service Signals

Common signals used in other radio services, such as distress and interrogatory.

CW Abbreviations

Commonly Used CW Abbreviations

List of frequently used abbreviations in CW communication.

Meaning of Q Signals

Summary of Setup Commands

Command Mode, Keyboard, and Terminal Equivalents

Table summarizing setup command access methods via different interfaces.

Schematics

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