Learn Morse code on the palmtop

If you'd like to pass the upper level Amateur Radio exam, or you'd merely like to have some fun sending a message in code, take a look at Freeware Morse Code Trainer 1.1 (KB9PSL) by David A. Nye. (He can be reached at nyeda@uwec.edu)

This DOS program, which works on the HP 100/200LX, will help you learn Morse code quickly. The program provides different ways of practicing the code, including:

The Koch method - With this method, (which is also known as the "Hear->type mode") you hear the Morse code for a character and then press the corresponding key on your palmtop. The computer displays the correct character if you enter the wrong one, and keeps track of the percentage of correct answers.

The Elim method - This is like the "Hear->type mode," but after you have gotten a character right three times in a row it is eliminated from the list so you can concentrate on the ones you still don't know. When all characters have been eliminated, the session ends and the percent correct is displayed.

You may also have the computer sound out characters you type (Type->hear). This can be useful to review a few characters that keep giving you trouble, or to play a text file.

To install Morse Code on your Palmtop, unzip the archive and copy MC.EXE to your palmtop. Run it from the DOS prompt, from Filer, or set it up in AppManager.

Good luck in learning Morse Code and passing the exam.

Tom Gibson, Technical Editor

HP Palmtop Paper

tom_gibson@thaddeus.com