Keyer / Paddle Model KR5

The KR-5 provides low cost action usually associated with higher-priced instruments. Power must be supplied by a 6 or 12 volt battery or an a.c. operated 6 or 12 volt d.c. supply. Tension is pre-adjusted for optimum actuation force and return time. The molded paddles fit the thumb and forefingers of all hand sizes.

• Time Base: Characters start immediately when the paddle is actuated. A momentary closure of the paddle is all that is needed to form a complete character.
• Weight Ratio: To enhance the quality of transmission and to give it smoothness and rhythm at low speeds (below 25 wmp) a weighting factor is built-in. This is controlled by one resistor and may be changed by the owner if a different factor is desired, such as continued high-speed operation above 35 wpm.