Learn Morse Code with the Ham Radio Solutions CW Hotline

Are you looking for a way to learn, or practice Morse code? The CW Hotline might be a great option for you. This multi-functional device is an easy-to-build kit that will connect you with other people who want to learn. You can use it as a stand-alone practice oscillator, connect to VBand, or simply connect directly to any of your friends who also have a CW Hotline in service.
In this video I walk you through the kit build, configurations, and then demonstrate how easy it is to connect with a friend and start sending and receiving Morse code.
CW Hotline: hamradio.solutions/cwhotline/
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[@betterwithbrigita1451]

Bought mine fully assembled and got it today. Very cool thanks for the video.

[@RedSummitRF]

Very good! Good luck. If you are not aware there is a pretty good community of users on Discord. Here's the invite discord.gg/PmwmUp7k

[@averageguysradio]

Thanks for the video Charlie, That does look like a fun build and useful bit of kit. 73

[@RedSummitRF]

Thank you Jose. Yes, it's a good one IMO.

[@BryanGrigsby]

Very cool idea...I might need to build one of these.

[@RedSummitRF]

It's certainly a fun little project. Thanks 👍

[@n8telyons]

Just finished my kit today. This is a game changer for vband because it eliminates any local delay. Read the instructions all the way through before starting. Take your time to get the case drilling correct and have small files on hand. (I struggle mechanically.) Setup was easy. Yes, pick the USB serial connection, not the other one. Kit components are top notch. Feel like I got a bargain. Manual could be a bit clearer in places but good nuff. These guys should be commended for their work and support of Morse Code for hams and non-hams alike.

[@RedSummitRF]

Thanks for your comments. I also use mine offline as a practice oscillator. I too think it's a bargain.

[@thuff3207]

That was helpful thank you.

[@RedSummitRF]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for visiting the channel.

[@temporarilyoffline]

This is a neat bit of kit!

[@RedSummitRF]

Yup! Pretty cool!

[@goathiker]

Thanks for the build flick, Charlie! I'm melting solder today! Hope to be "CW Hotlining" later today assuming I can wade through the Techno Geek of installation, drivers and config modes? See ya soon finger-talking without QRM or sunspots! ...LOL de wGØAT

[@RedSummitRF]

Melting solder causes you to grow an attachment to your kit. I love it! Go get 'em and GL on the build! The connection should be automatic. Catch you on the next outing my friend!

[@DK5ONV]

A very happy monday into AZ . . . 🙋‍♂

[@RedSummitRF]

Hi Gunter. Thank you!

[@JayN4GO]

I knew Dave would be something this cool. Very cool concept for people like us that can’t qso haha. Well done red !

[@RedSummitRF]

Do you know David, Jay? Thanks for watching.

[@JayN4GO]

@@RedSummitRF yeah I’ve spoken to him and seen him around the licw club. Sharp guy

[@davidsteffen1733]

@@JayN4GO Thanks for the compliment. I must take the time to tip my hat to Byon, the other half of Ham Radio Solutions.

[@HR4NT]

Just bought the kit! Can't wait to build it and try it out. Hopefully my Ham buddy will get his so I can actually use it...LOL Thanks for the video! 73 KI5NPL

[@RedSummitRF]

Good luck Scott! Hope you have fun with it. Keep roll'n with your great YT Channel. It's really good!

[@moseskfrost]

Superior video, Charlie! Seven-three, Moses K. Frost, MKF46

[@RedSummitRF]

I appreciate you saying so Moses. Thank you for your support.

[@ilovegunsandhuntingandradi5912]

Nice to see you here moses. KK7DEU

[@moseskfrost]

@@ilovegunsandhuntingandradi5912 Salutations, Thomas!

[@GeekWireless]

What is all the fan noise when you are soldering?

[@RedSummitRF]

It's a solder fan I have running to remove the toxic solder smoke.

[@michaellowe8286]

One question I have my dad many years ago was into CW I don’t understand the CW of ham at all I am a tech studying for my general right now but know nothing about CW and was wanting to know if this would help in understanding Morse code and teach my how to use it so I can learn on how to use CW when I want to just asking if it teaches you how to use it I would be very interested in it I have no problem building the unit itself but need help to understanding it and how to use it, does it help a person to learn CW ??? Thanks W9NAF 73

[@RedSummitRF]

Hi Michael - I think that's fantastic that you are going for your General and that you want to know more about CW. This box is more of a tool to supplement your learning program. If you want to learn CW, this box will not train you. Rather it is a platform you can use to practice what you learn. If you want to learn CW, do an internet search for "Long Island CW Club" or "CW Ops CW Academy". They offer free classes. You might also try using cell phone apps to begin learning your letters. I hope this helps.

[@michaellowe8286]

@@RedSummitRF Thanks will look it to that thanks for the information i will see what they have 👍👍👍👍

[@RicSpivey]

Great video! Also, saw a guy on Reddit asking about the metal paddles you were using in this video. I'm going to point him to it, have you done a review of them by chance? Also, I have these paddles and I'm a fan so far

[@Obeeewaan]

could you add that info here?

[@RedSummitRF]

Here ya go: www.ebay.com/itm/353762265820?_trkparms=amclksrc%3DITM%26aid%3D1110006%26algo%3DHOMESPLICE.SIM%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D236843%26meid%3D20f063a5836f4ce2b473b1683c5c5cb5%26pid%3D101195%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D12%26sd%3D265356207554%26itm%3D353762265820%26pmt%3D1%26noa%3D0%26pg%3D2047675%26algv%3DSimplAMLv9PairwiseWebMskuAspectsV202110NoVariantSeed%26brand%3DUnbranded&_trksid=p2047675.c101195.m1851&amdata=cksum%3A35376226582020f063a5836f4ce2b473b1683c5c5cb5%7Cenc%3AAQAGAAACEKnm37A%252B4YAf0zL8U4OP0NWZo3hS3%252FLM80J%252Bl%252BmjVHLEE0ZNgarMT8Z7mfSmvDHm3G8xfLVgN7e21txod45Gy5UzcpkeYM9o1BKXDhQgdS36w3nXOwvTj%252FFk6bf48VHS8T1eGOQ6mjwKUh1SwdpayyOaPAyd4Cu1B12GrNglRZyHohuQPA596AOSxJHK55N5TMS6bK3iUw53%252FP1VMl9IZyC6Lkt6bOESfgbyhLs6uoy6WNLwQ6LeW3cZ9BEUrxhEDhXCURjCmq54jftOGZV2HnmlnkYl6ulCrvnn0xff5v%252FxQCH8S9EkZt9e8nGITgyo%252BJN%252BsKQEVpuKAhiK6UP3Ydu1IHVasFSbelhaM%252BbjajWvuDYpgXMSbTGZKowkNTGWeVD4J6E%252FzmbFq71fg8Ks8Io0%252Bum7HoMJSzFH4RBEIku9ycifSJzJeSWqOHxQToI1fb115mCIEQ19YTkWf4GcQNoA0bek1EIjJSta17%252B1NKnFRzWLPnIWLHF4QYRh6EApaKXzsMeroRooLAGjMF2pNIa1BOgvRN2fHgIV%252BeiaPAc%252BJiuHLPlnOowFG5QN5Xjhkf%252FJ1Dri1lmT5D78bNZYVkDtHJeXcncvWNV45xLTupKrAYxJUkChH2Pz3haQ3ddxaDOncTtzW9Xw3EklJLMQ7U5oiA5btWbvpoYE4xXWMRfpSKA4LNVci7%252FSb%252BcBIOQHJA%253D%253D%7Campid%3APL_CLK%7Cclp%3A2047675

[@RedSummitRF]

Thx Richard. Much appreciated!

[@Obeeewaan]

@@RedSummitRF thanks...😁

[@jwinum8368]

Do you have to sit for a ham license to transmit through internet and Vband?

[@RedSummitRF]

No. That's the beauty of it. You can learn without a license via the internet.

[@jwinum8368]

@@RedSummitRF Thanks, Mate, and for that really great instruction you posted on KZbin. I'm in SE Asia btw.

[@dw2577]

I wish they would sell these assembled for those of us who dont know how to solder.

[@RedSummitRF]

Honestly, I bet they would assemble one for you if you reached out to them via their support email. If you do follow that suggestion and they say no, I'll help you out. But yes, it would be nice if they sold a few already assembled. I bet they could find some volunteers to put them together. Not sure if they could handle the work load that it would demand themselves, though, since it's just a 2 man show.

[@dw2577]

@@RedSummitRF They do sell them assembled. Its on the website. The cost is 50 dollars more.

[@richysradioroom]

I would feel sorry for the person listening to my 3 words per minute. Coke's on me.

[@moseskfrost]

I would thank you for respecting my head-copying skills; Coke is on *me*. xD

[@RedSummitRF]

Thank you SO much for the Coke Richy!! I really do appreciate it. And 3 WPM, no problem! Haha!

[@mikej-38qso22]

Bought one and this is what I have found out, Web Serial API not supported. can't go any further another junk kit.

[@RedSummitRF]

Have you talked to the developers via their support page? Your comment seems a bit harsh considering it works as advertised for everybody I've talk to. What are you trying to do?

[@davidsteffen1733]

@@RedSummitRF We sorted this out with a couple emails. The solution to the "Web Serial API not supported" is to use Chrome.

[@ryanv7075]

Also can turn it into a hot spot (see manual) and log into it with your cell phone for on the fly changes.

[@chrissmart9761]

Morris code! Cultural Learnings of America for Make Benefit Glorious Nation of Kazakhstan... It's Morse, not "Morris", people. Love my CW Hotline and the VBand site though, as I can't get on HF currently.

[@RedSummitRF]

Thank you, Chris. I also enjoy Morse code emensily, although admittedly I haven't been on VBand in a while.