Note
QST, Aug 1980 p. 110.
QST, Feb 1981, p. 172.
QST, Mar 1982, p. 176.
The Nye Viking Iambic Memory-Keyer features a 1024-bit memory, and is built around the SSK-1-K Keyer using the Curtis 8043 IC.
Features
– All CMOS ICs including memory chip
– Automatic return to play-back after recording eliminates accidental erasure of recorded message
– In the record mode, the clock does not start until the first character is keyed. Puts beginning of message in first bit of memory.
– In play-back, message starts the instant button is pressed
– Internal Nicad battery maintains memory months without recharging
– All push buttons on top for ease of operation
– Your choice of 4, 256-bit memories, 2 512-bit, or 1 1024-bit memory, at the flick of a switch
– Repeat switch and a "reset" button. Memory also resets if keyer paddle is operated
– Five to 50-word-per-minute speed control
– †one generator with speaker, volume control and on-off switch
– Combination tune-up switch and output polarity switch allows keying any transmitter up to 250 volts at 200 mills, positive or negative
– Manual dash control switch allows key to function the same a semi-automatic bug, or permits hand key operation by keying sideways or by laying keyer on its left side.