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📡 TX Trainer

Practice transmitting Morse code with keying and timing exercises

📻 What is TX Trainer?

TX Trainer focuses on transmission skills - learning to send Morse code with proper timing, rhythm, and technique. Essential for amateur radio operators who want to develop a clean, recognizable "fist" and professional keying style.

⭐ Training Features

🔑 Keying Practice

  • Virtual key: Click or keyboard-based keying
  • Timing analysis: Real-time dit/dah ratio feedback
  • Rhythm training: Consistent spacing practice
  • Speed building: Gradual WPM progression
  • Character formation: Proper element timing

⏱️ Timing Analysis

  • Dit/dah ratio: Standard 1:3 element timing
  • Inter-element spacing: Gaps within characters
  • Character spacing: Gaps between characters
  • Word spacing: Standard 7-unit gaps
  • Consistency metrics: Timing variation analysis

🎯 Practice Modes

  • Character practice: Individual letter/number focus
  • Word transmission: Complete word keying
  • Callsign practice: Amateur radio calls
  • QSO simulation: Realistic conversation practice
  • Contest exchanges: Fast, accurate exchanges

🔊 Audio Feedback

  • Sidetone generation: Hear your transmitted code
  • Adjustable frequency: 300-1000 Hz tone range
  • Volume control: Comfortable monitoring levels
  • Quality assessment: Clean vs. rough keying
  • Comparison playback: Your keying vs. standard

🚀 How to Use TX Trainer

📋 Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Choose practice mode: Character, word, or QSO practice
  2. Set target speed: Start with comfortable WPM
  3. Configure audio: Adjust sidetone frequency and volume
  4. Begin keying: Use mouse clicks or keyboard
  5. Monitor feedback: Watch timing analysis in real-time
  6. Review performance: Check accuracy and consistency

💡 Keying Technique Tips

🖐️ Proper Technique
  • Light touch: Minimal pressure on key
  • Wrist position: Relaxed, not rigid
  • Consistent rhythm: Steady, metronomic timing
  • Clean breaks: Crisp on/off transitions
  • Regular practice: Daily short sessions
🎯 Common Mistakes
  • Rushing: Too fast element timing
  • Heavy keying: Excessive key pressure
  • Irregular spacing: Inconsistent gaps
  • Character running: Insufficient spacing
  • Speed anxiety: Sacrificing accuracy for speed

🏆 Progressive Training

📈 Skill Development Path

Beginner: Character formation, basic timing (5-10 WPM)
Intermediate: Word transmission, consistent spacing (10-15 WPM)
Advanced: QSO practice, natural rhythm (15-20 WPM)
Expert: Contest-speed exchanges (20+ WPM)
Professional: Perfect timing, recognizable fist (25+ WPM)
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