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WA6L
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Rating: 4/5
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Oct 8, 2007 13:55
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Truly Exceptional
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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This is the third different interface I've owned, and it is the best by a wide, wide margin. I operate almost exclusively on CW and the digital modes, and the Micro Keyer makes all of it easy!
The CW keyer is excellent and has just about every feature you could use. Here is a hint -- get an external numeric keypad and plug it into the back of the keyer. They are cheap. I didn't figure this trick out for a year, but now I have the ability to send CW/SSB memory contents with the push of a button, loop memories, record memories from the paddle, and many other neat features. Now, even without computer control I have a full-featured memory keyer!
The Micro Keyer really sings on the digital modes. Connections are easy, isolation is great, and the performance is outstanding. I particularly like the level controls on the front of the unit that allow me to quickly adjust for the non-linear audio response you get from some transceivers.
The Micro Keyer works seamlessly with any software I throw at it. It is supported by numerous contesting and logging programs, as well as all the digital-mode and sound card software I've tried.
So, why not a '5' rating? I have two minor quibbles that may apply only to a minority of operators.
First, unlike other interfaces I have owned, you cannot move the Micro Keyer easily from one rig to another. Well you can, but you have to purchase a $60 cable for each rig. If you only have one rig, this may not be an issue for you.
Secondly, while the software support for Windows-based computers is outstanding, there is not too much available for the Mac. Some third-party software (notably MacLoggerDX) does allow you to use the Micro Keyer. But MicroHam does not provide any of the functionality that is found in the Windows version of their router program.
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W0TLE
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Rating: 5/5
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Aug 5, 2007 18:46
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Excellent Interface, Very Well Built
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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I have used Rigbblaster Pro, I have used EZMaster and then I bought the microham MKR2+.
This should be the last unit I need to add to the station to allow me to do SO2R, and work most all modes for contesting.
Service from Joe is very prompt, and he is very helpful if you need it.
I would highly recommend this unit.
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F4BWJ
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Rating: 5/5
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May 23, 2007 03:38
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Great interface- Great support
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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I get two pieces of this great interface. One since a couple of year or more and another for one month.
With the newest I got a problem with an audio cable a week ago. I wrote to MicroHam support because I believed that the problem came from the interface it self at the beginning. But as I found nothing on it, I decide to test the audio cable on mic jack and the matter was there. I reported to Jozef that the interface is Ok and that the matter was the audio cable. The result, I've just received a new set of audio cables shipped from Slovakia.
I can affirm that MicroHam's support is very reactive and effective. I really appreciate this kind of gesture.
Concerning the interfaces its elves, both of them are doing a great job with an IC 7400 and an IC910H from Icom and with Ham Radio Deluxe. The interface with the IC7400 permits me to drive my station via a WiFi Lan and a notebook and some other items.
They are great on digital mode too and as sound card interface between Transceiver and computer.
I just regret that no drivers are available for Linux, but it's just a detail ;).
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W3WW
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Rating: 5/5
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Feb 27, 2007 10:53
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I'm Impressed
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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Ordered the Micro Keyer on Friday night at 5:20PM and it was at my door on Monday Morning. That is absolutely unbelievable !!
No, Joe didn't hand deliver it either !!
Less than an hour to set it up (very well documented) and have N1MM and some other logging programs up and fully functional. Most of the set up is done for you. After my last couple of attempts with other interfaces, I was about to toss in the towel and give up.
Can't say anything about the support as I have had no need for it.
Best investment yet...
73 Don
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W7ZRC
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Rating: 5/5
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Feb 27, 2007 08:11
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Great product and support
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Time owned: 6 to 12 months
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I'm impressed with MK, having owned it for several months now and using it in both CW and Phone contests. It interfaces with my old 500mhz desktop running Win98SE and my TS950SDX. I use Writelog for the logger. The MK has worked as advertised and the build quality is excellent. Software updates have been made and are easy to install.
One of the best parts is the outstanding support by Joe Subich, W4TV at MicroHam USA. Joe has always answered my email questions promptly and with excellent advice. I see his suggestions on the reflectors daily and he always has excellent constructive advice for an amazing variety of questions.
I'd buy and recommend the MicroHam products to anyhone.
Rod W7ZRC
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K3NC
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Rating: 5/5
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Jan 10, 2007 18:53
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Geat addition to the shack
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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I owned 2 of these for more than 2 years, interfacing them with Icom, Tentec, Elecraft and Flex radios. The boxes have a small footprint and replace many other pieces of equipment crowding up the shack. Everything works just as you expect and the price is very reasonable, given the quality and design.
The only reason to not buy one is if you buy one of the new MK2R keyers!
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WD0M
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Rating: 5/5
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Oct 26, 2006 10:27
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Incredible Investment
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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I've only recently had time to install the latest upgrade (4.0.5) to the MicroKEYER, and wow! What a great upgrade it is! Adding the DVK feature is a great value to users! Now I can get rid of the other DVKs and audio software I've used with them in the past.
The added details incorporated into the Audio Mixer, indicating sound cards, connections, and the sliders to control volume are also valuable features. I use two sound cards, so I appreciate the "Get ID" button. That certainly helps with MMTTY and other programs. Many thanks for the improved/updated owners manual.
The MicroHAM MicroKEYER is the best investment I've made in a station accessory - ever! Congratulations to Jozef, Joe and the entire MicroHAM team for their incredible customer support and service! It's so nice not to have bought an item that is out of date as soon as you plug it in and the company keeps adding features long after you've purchased it!
I can only wonder what improvements are waiting to be announced......
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DM1TT
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Rating: 5/5
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Sep 8, 2006 11:45
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Very good
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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Having used this for more than a year merely on CW I have only good experiences:
- support by email was prompt and accurate when I in the begin happened to need it (more because of my own silliness)
- updates have been provinding some improved functionality and have been very easy to install
- worked flawlessly when I changed my radio: just needed to buy a new cable set
- if you don't plan to do SO2R, this is the top choice
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K3MQ
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Rating: 5/5
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Sep 4, 2006 16:53
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Easy setup, Great support
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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Using other interfaces, I was pulling my hair out trying to get N1MM and Writelog configured to work with my IC-756 ProII. I spent MANY frustrating hours trying to get the programs functional. I saw the great reviews for MK on eHam, and placed my order. I had the unit within a few days.
The unit comes with pre-configured templates for most major programs. Within ONE hour, I had ALL my applications fully functional. Unbelievable! This was great!
If you are tired of screwing with the setups, get the MK! I really cannot say enough good things about the ease of setup and quality operation of the unit.
The support is exceptional. Joe Subich, W4TV, aswers questions and solves problem immediately. The MicroKeyer support could serve as a model for the way all businesses should operate.
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WV1K
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Rating: 5/5
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Aug 27, 2006 22:11
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Very nice
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Time owned: 3 to 6 months
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Joe gives great customer assistance. I had a frozen screw that shipped on another product and he dealt with it for me and sent it back by the end of the week.
Easy to set up and very well organized. The Microkeyer leaves more room on top of the radio or your shelf than the serial product I was using. It's still good, but let's face it, it's yesterday's news.
Unfortunately I found out about Microham 2 years after buying my Rigblaster which lacks a memory keyer and ties up serial ports better used for packet or programming radios.
The templates made it easy to get it running with DX4WIN, MMTTY, and N1MM Logger as well as my radio.
Note that the MK Winkey can be run with the computer off and I power it from the FT1K MKV 13.8 V jack as suggested.
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