This is where I think everyone applies a very narrow lens on the role of the
human and, as a consequence, the assisted vs unassisted debate.
I have done dozens of contests 30 years ago that did not include CW and voice
keyers, mults tracking, etc. My argument is that all the non-decoding functions
are just as critical as decoding so before purists condemn assistance they
should consider the bigger picture of automation.
I don’t mean to attack anyone in particular. Simply bringing up a point that
IMHO is largely and conveniently pushed aside in these age old debates on
assistance.
Rudy N2WQ
Sent using a tiny keyboard. Please excuse brevity, typos, or inappropriate
autocorrect.
> On Apr 30, 2019, at 9:02 AM, Edward Sawyer <EdwardS@sbelectronics.com> wrote:
>
> The answer to your fundamental question is that the operator decodes CW and
> SSB before entering in the log by ear and brain. If that is eliminated, then
> I agree with you.
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