Learning Morse Code
In a world with electronic communications including mobile cell phones, SMS texts, emails, Voice Over Internet Protocols such as Skype, Facetime and Facebook Messenger people still welcome learning morse code.
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I originally tried to learn the Morse Codes series of “dits” and “dahs” as they correspond to the many letters of the alphabet in 1975. I struggled, while some of my friends excelled.
More recently I discovered a whole new Morse code learning experience.
Fact: Learning Morse code by traditional methods is slow and difficult. Studies by Alden B. Sears (University of Denver) using both hypnotized subjects and a control group using traditional methods to learn Morse code found the hypnotized group scored better, more accurate results when tested.
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Samuel Finley Breese Morse (1791 to 1872) contributed to the invention of the single-wire telegraph system. Then in 1837 he co-developed the American Morse code, and helped to develop the commercial use of telegraphy. It was complicated and included a Code Book.
Morse’s telegraph receiver used a mechanical clockwork to move a paper tape. Indentations on a paper tape corresponded to numerals. Each number had to be decoded using a book. The process was slow and tedious. Alfred Vail included letters and special characters. He estimated the frequency of letters that were used in a printer’s shop. The letters most commonly used were assigned the shortest sequences of dots and dashes.
In 1848 Friedrich Clemens Gerke (1801 to 1888) simplified the original Morse code into the “dits” and “dahs” we know today. Samuel Morse’s overly complicated code was superseded by the International Morse code in 1865. The International Morse code we use today was an improvement over the American Morse code. Perhaps the thing we need to acknowledge is that Gerke was a musician (his primary communication modality was auditory). He understood something that Samuel Morse, as an artist (his primary communication modality was visual) did not. More on that later.
Morse code can be transmitted using sound or light pulses by people skilled in sending and receiving through radio and other methods. Morse code can be transmitted as a visual signal using flashing lights or reflections such as between ships during radio silence. In the past, it has famously been used by prisoners in jails tapping on walls and water pipes.
It can also be used as a subtle form of communication using the tapping of fingers or even blinking of eyes.
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International Morse code encodes the 26 basic Latin letters a through z, one accented Latin letter (é), the Arabic numerals, and a small set of punctuation and procedural signals (prosigns). There is no distinction between upper and lower case letters.
In the late 1800’s before the invention of voice radio, Morse code was used through telegraph lines, undersea cables, and radiotelegraphy to link ships and countries. A series of abbreviations called the ‘Q codes’ were developed to speed accurate communication. By 1930 aircraft pilots were required to be able to use Morse code because navigation beacons used it to identify themselves.
Through the final years of the 20th century the commercial and military use of Morse code was replaced by new technologies.
In July 2003 the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) removed the requirement for Morse code proficiency as part of world-wide amateur radio licensing for HF bands and other bands below 30 Mhz.
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However, Morse code is as popular as ever in the world of amateur radio. Morse code ‘cuts through’ most natural (QRN) and made (QRM) noise and interference by using a mode called Continuous Wave (CW). CW (or continuous wave) is a form of ‘digital transmission’ in that it is either ‘on’ or ‘off’. It is interrupted continuous wave (ICW). Using Morse Code or CW one can work hundreds of countries with only a few watts and a basic antenna.
Operators are also known as ‘hams’. The term “ham” (like “ham actor”) is a nickname for amateur radio operators. It originated with commercial and professional radio operators to differentiate themselves from amateurs, although many are themselves professionals who choose a hobby related to their skills and interests.
Amateur radio operators around the globe use lingo or jargon to speed and simplify communication. These have generally been inherited from the military and other professional communications users. (Many licensed ham radio operators are former military or professional electronics technicians) Much of this jargon has been included in the downloads here.
I guess when it all boils down to it, Morse is an international language that only we know. We can communicate using it worldwide even when all other forms of communications have failed. It is a widely understood international language.
Morse and CW works when radio voice (SSB and AM) fails due to interference. Radio works when mobile cell phones, Internet, and landlines are down due to someone digging up cables by mistake, or perhaps hackers and disasters such as earthquakes, storms and floods, and even war. Morse and CW are incredible fun. But only if you know how to send and receive.
In addition, ham radio repeaters and beacons usually identify themselves with their call signs in morse code, just as aircraft navigation beacons used to do in the past.
I am one of almost three million licensed amateur radio operators world-wide. My official call sign is VK6 PBS. To other ham operators around the world the VK prefix represents Australia. The number 6 represents my home state of Western Australia (WA) and I was able to choose and register the PBS suffix myself (for an extra fee) with the Australian governments relevant regulatory authorities – the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA).
Special Event/Day & Competitions in Australia may use these prefixes. AX, VJ, VL
Australian state and territory numbers are;
- 0 Antarctic Territory & Heard Island, Macquarie Island Not shown on map_
- 1 Australian Capital Territory (Canberra)
- 2 New South Wales
- 3 Victoria
- 4 Queensland
- 5 South Australia
- 6 Western Australia
- 7 Tasmania
- 8 Northern Territory
- 9 External Islands (such as Lord Howe Island, Norfolk and Christmas Island. Since November 2009 VK9 individual islands callsigns are no longer designated by a special letter.) Not shown on map.
In Australia the Advanced level only (vanity callsigns) are AA to ZZ
In Australia the usual Advanced, Standard and Foundation callsigns are AAA to ZZZ
(This means as an Australian operator increases their level of class through examinations, they can retain their original callsign, unless they want to change to a vanity 2 letter callsign)
Former Foundation 4 letter callsigns FAAA to FZZZ
(A few early Foundation licensees still use their ‘F ‘callsigns, although they can update to a 3 letter callsign at any time)
In most countries the callsign suffix may indicate the licensee’s level or class. That was the same in Australia until July 29, 2020, however that now only applies to vanity 2 letter callsigns and some older Foundation callsigns.
Generally, the higher the level of license the more likely the requirement for more advanced skills, which may include Morse code in some countries. The higher the level of license the higher transmit power levels permitted, and the more radio spectrum frequencies permitted to be used. These radio bands have portions set aside only for Morse Code CW.
In the USA the amateur radio operator callsign denotes their license after having passed examinations in applicable regulations, electronics, radio theory, and radio operation type/level of competency and therefore the frequency bands they can access. In the USA the 3 levels of ham radio license are Technician, General, and Extra.
In some countries there is still a specific examination to prove the skill of amateur radio operators in the receiving and sending of Morse code.
In the Philippines for example, Class A (Extra Class) ham radio operators must still pass a Morse Code send and receive test at the rate of 5 words per minute plus a written theory exam. As a result, they have greater privileges than Class B (General Class), Class C (Technician Class) and Class D (Foundation Class) licensees. In addition, all radio transceivers must be registered by the government. The Radio Amateur Operator Certificate (RAOC) is available to those who have qualified for a callsign, but do not own registered radio equipment.
It should be noted that in July 2003 the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) removed its requirement for proficiency in Morse code to be part of global amateur radio licensing for bands below Very High Frequency (VHF) bands (30 MHz). Therefore, the requirement by some countries for ham radio operators to qualify at a certain Morse Code send and receive speed is their own prerogative, perhaps for historical reasons? There may be some consideration given to having a grouping of certified operators in case of disasters or war? This security measure may also be a consideration for registering radio equipment.
Yet ham radio operators around the world still want to learn the skill because it opens up a whole realm of enjoyment of the hobby. It ‘cuts through’ adverse propagation conditions when other modes fail. It is truly international, allowing ham radio operators from different countries and languages to communicate. (Often using ham radio jargon).
Amateur radio operators continue to use the ‘Q codes’ and the Phonetic Alphabet, which were originally developed for the original telegraph networks and the military.
Back in 1974 I learnt the phonetic alphabet, then the Q codes, and other amateur radio jargon. I originally tried to learn the Morse Codes series of “dots” and “dashes” using a wall chart and listening to cassette tapes, as they correspond to the many letters of the alphabet. I focused on wall charts and struggled, while some of my friends excelled. At that time, I worked in the field of emergency communications using modern HF/SSB, VHF/FM and UHF/FM radios and repeaters – not CW/morse code.
As I said earlier Samuel Morse was an artist. His primary communication modality was visual. Not surprisingly he developed a complex communications system called the American Morse Code that needed a Code Book. It did not translate well into sound for many people and was eventually replaced in 1865 by the more practical International Morse Code.
More recently I discovered that Friedrich Clemens Gerke was a musician. Obviously, his primary communication modality was auditory. So, if we approach Morse code as musical rhythm, rather than a visual “dots” and “dashes”, it is whole different learning experience.
You no doubt know it is easier to remember the words of a song when it is connected to a melody rather than learning the written words on a page. Once you have learnt the song through the melody it is easier to recall the words of the song without the melody. That is a secret to learning Morse code! Another is practice and more practice. (More details follow)
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Fact: Learning Morse code by traditional methods is slow and difficult. Studies by Alden Sears from the University of Denver, using both hypnotized subjects and a control group using traditional methods to learn Morse code found the hypnotized group scored better, more accurate results when tested. Source: A comparison of hypnotic and waking learning of the International Morse Code. Sears, Alden B. International Journal of Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis. 1955/10/01
Dr. Ainslie Meares M.B., B.S., BAgr., Sc.D.P.M.
The two Welcome Learning Morse Code subliminal MP3s (#1 covers A to M and #2 N to Z AND numbers. Code tones AND words) are coupled together. BONUS: You also receive a wall chart showing the Morse code “dits” and “dahs” AND the corresponding melody or poetry method used in the MP3s, so you can both see and hear as you learn. Welcome Learning Morse Code subliminal MP3 covers numbers 0 to 9. You also receive the Q Code Chart and the (ICAO, ITU or NATO) Phonetic Alphabet Chart used by Amateur radio operators world-wide.
You will receive an HF Logbook page. It is important to keep a log record of all of your HF contacts be they Morse Code/CW or SSB or AM or other modes. One good reason is, your log is a legal document and can be used to analyze possible causes if you are accused of causing TVI/RF interference. In addition, Radio Inspectors may want to examine it. Another good reason for a logbook is to confirm QSO’s with other ham radio operators. The third is for your own information. You can see what time of day or night, what antenna, what bands and frequencies achieve best results for you.
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Once you have learnt to recognize the Morse code alphabet you can practice listening (RX) to ‘slow Morse’ sessions broadcast by various Amateur Radio clubs, groups and organizations around the world to develop your speed. Then you can practice sending (TX) by using your own key.
- Morse code wall charts might help in the early stages to consciously clarify a few things about the series of “dots‘ and “dashes”. Morse code is really a rhythmic language using “dits” and “dahs”. You can take my word for it, you cannot learn morse code by looking at a wall chart or poster alone.
- Morse through radio is a sound. While it can be visual using other methods, the easiest way to learn it is through the melody or rhythm.
- Become familiar with the sound of every letter and number (and punctuation).
- Practice sending (TX) every day for 20 to 30 minutes. Start with your full name. Then whole sentences.
- While a pencil is handy while learning at low speeds, they are really used for logbook entries, not for writing received (RX). Morse code faster than about 15 words-per-minute is too fast to write down. At higher speeds you need to be able to hear whole words – not individual letters. That’s how we speak! Can you imagine if we all had to communicate by spelling out every word we say?
- Once you have a handle of the individual letters and numbers start learning whole words to increase your receive (RX) speed.
- The Koch-Farnsworth method is one way to increase speed and learn words.
- The CW Academy claim if you do their online Zoom course, plus 30 minutes home study every day, within 8 weeks you will be able to send and receive at the rate of 15 to 25 words.
- The Morse Mail Phone App is another way to practice.
If you are not already a licensed Amateur Radio operator you can join a local club, group or association where they usually run trainings in preparation for license exams, on a regular basis. Courses are also available online. Some have a small fee and some are free.
For many years I put off siting for my Amateur Radio License until a licensed ‘ham’ friend (Ken VK2MKK) encouraged me to ‘have a go’. I sat the exam and attained a 100 per cent pass rate. If you have the passion, you can do it too. Information about Welcome Learning Ham Radio Theory MP3s is listed below.
For many people Covid-19 has emphasized the potentials for unanticipated natural disasters, calamities and even war (think Ukraine), Cell mobile phones, Internet and landline communications are vulnerable and unreliable. Amateur radio has a wide range of modes (including morse code/CW) and frequency bands available. They can quickly establish reliable local. national and international communications. Ham radio enthusiasts are experienced in portable operation, including handheld and backpack communications. People who choose to plan for the worst possible scenario (including preppers) would do well to attain their amateur radio license and learn Morse Code.
If you are already a licensed Amateur Radio operator and seeking to upgrade your license and therefore your operating privileges, you can join a local club, group or association. You can get involved in trainings, tech building workshops and amazing new technology (including repeaters, amateur radio satellites and ISS. (talk directly with crew members of the International Space Station through amateur radio). , light cube satellite, antenna design and building, skills development, and RF signal propagation, fox hunt competitions, weekends away, social groups, swap meets, slow CW sessions, WIN LINK, ECHO LINK, MESH, old fashioned HF/DX around the world, Scouts Jamboree of the Air (JOTA), emergency communication preparedness, community service, and more.
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MP3 #1
1 dash = 3 dots. Space between dots and dashes of same letter = 1 dot. Space between letters = 3 dots. Space between words = 7 dots.
(Lower case word is one dot. Words in caps are one dash)
A a (1 dot pause) PART
B BOB (1 dot pause) is (1 dot) the (1 dot pause) man
C COK (1 dot pause) a (1 dot pause) Col (1 dot pause) a
Sample C ‘Charlie’ Click > to listen
D DOG (1 dot pause) did (1 dot pause) it
E e
F fetch (1 dot pause) a (1 dot pause) FIRE (1 dot pause) man
G GOOD (1 dot pause) GRAV(1 dot pause) y
H hi (1 dot pause) pi (1 dot pause) ti (1 dot pause) hop
I i (1 dot pause) bid
J in (1 dot pause) JAWS (1 dot pause) JAWS (1 dot pause) JAWS
K KANG (1 dot pause) a (1 dot pause) ROO
L los (1 dot pause) AN (1 dot pause) ge (1 dot pause) les
M MMM (1 dot pause) MMM
Each letter includes the Morse code with the corresponding “dits” and “dahs” tones.
MP3 #2
1 dash = 3 dots. Space between dots and dashes of same letter = 1 dot. Space between letters = 3 dots. Space between words = 7 dots.
(Lower case word is one dot. Words in caps are one dash)
N NU (1 dot pause) dist.
Sample N ‘November’ Click > to listen
O OH (1 dot pause) MY (1 dot pause) GOSH
P a (1 dot pause) POO (1 dot pause) PY (1 dot pause) smell
Q GOD (1 dot pause) SAVE (1 dot pause) the (1 dot pause) QUEEN
R ro (1 dot pause) TATE (1 dot pause) ion
S si (1 dot) si (1 dot pause) si
T TEE
U un (1 dot pause) I (1 dot pause) FORM
V vic (1 dot pause) t (1 dot pause) or (1 dot pause) VEE
W the (1 dot) WORLD (1 dot pause) WAR
X XSS (1 dot pause) marks (1 dot pause) the (1 dot pause) SPOT
Y YOU’RE (1 dot pause) a (1 dot pause) COOL (1 dot pause) DUDE
Z ZINC (1 dot pause) ZOO (1 dot pause) ki (1 dot pause) pa
Each letter includes the Morse code with the corresponding “dits” and “dahs” tones. If you are wondering a “dot” is a written “dit” and a “dash” is a written “dah”.
Since many natural languages use more than the 26 letters of the Latin alphabet, Morse alphabets have been developed for those languages, largely by transliteration of existing codes For more information see ‘Morse code for non-Latin alphabets’
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