John --
After looking at how complex and sometimes limiting a two radio/one
computer setup could be I decided to use two separate computers and network
them together. Works better for a "single brain" operator like me. I
envy those that are able to remember to switch back and forth using one
computer. With my setup I have the left radio set up with a keyboard and
monitor also on the left. The right radio has the other monitor and
keyboard next to it. I use MFJ voice keyers and N3JT CW interfaces on
both. A bit more expensive than a single computer set up but worth it as
far as I'm concerned. With CT being DOS an old 286 computer will work OK
so a second computer can be added for not a lot of money.
Left hand -- left radio // Right hand -- right radio. Simple, so I can
handle that! I set CT for multi-single (so the networking works) then
change it back to single-op after the end of the contest before doing the
logs. Another advantage of separate computers and monitors is that they
each display information like zones, prefixes, etc. for its radio -- no
switching back and forth. Also, on the multiplier radio I can type a
call sign on that keyboard while typing in a exchange on the run radio. I
know many others that use two computers use an interlock to make sure they
don't accidentially transmit on both radios at once. I haven't done that
yet -- just have to be careful. Good luck and thanks for all the contacts
in the various contests!
73
Gary, W0TM
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