📚 CW Words Help Guide

Master Morse code vocabulary with individual word training

🚀 Quick Start Guide

  1. Select your preferred language from the language grid
  2. Choose training mode: Type answers or Listen-only
  3. Adjust audio settings (speed, pitch, volume)
  4. Click "▶️ Start Session" to begin training
  5. Listen to each word and type what you hear
  6. View definitions when answers are revealed

🎯 What Makes CW Words Different

Individual Word Focus

Train with single words instead of full sentences, perfect for vocabulary building and term recognition.

Definition Learning

Learn both the word and its meaning - essential for ham radio terms and technical vocabulary.

⚙️ Training Features

Training Modes

  • Type Mode: Type what you hear - best for active learning
  • Listen Mode: Just listen without typing - perfect for passive learning

Audio Settings

  • Character Speed: 5-60 WPM (how fast individual characters are sent)
  • Effective Speed: Overall word timing (Farnsworth method)
  • Pitch: Audio frequency (300-1000 Hz)
  • Volume: Audio volume level (10-100%)
  • Noise Level: Add atmospheric interference for realism

Session Controls

  • Start/End: Begin or finish training sessions
  • Pause/Resume: Take breaks without losing progress
  • Repeat: Play the current word again
  • Next: Skip to next word
  • Reveal: Show the answer and definition

📖 Word Types & Examples

Ham Radio Q-codes

QRL → Is this frequency in use?
QRM → Man-made interference
QSO → A conversation
73 → Best regards

Common Abbreviations

ABT → About
B4 → Before
TNX → Thanks
BTW → By the way

Technical Terms

ANT → Antenna
PWR → Power
TX → Transmitter
WX → Weather

Basic Vocabulary

AND → (no definition)
THE → (no definition)
ARE → (no definition)
BUT → (no definition)

🌍 Language Support

🇬🇧

English

~200 words with ham radio focus

🇪🇸

Spanish

Translated terms and vocabulary

🇫🇷

French

French amateur radio terms

🇮🇹

Italian

Italian radio vocabulary

🇩🇰

Danish

Danish amateur radio terms

🇨🇿

Czech

Czech radio terminology

💡 Tips & Best Practices

🎯 For Beginners

  • Start with familiar words (AND, THE, ARE) before tackling technical terms
  • Use slower speeds (10-15 WPM) initially
  • Focus on accuracy over speed
  • Review definitions to understand context

🚀 For Advanced Users

  • Practice Q-codes and procedural signals
  • Add atmospheric noise for realistic conditions
  • Mix languages to improve international communication
  • Focus on ham radio specific vocabulary

⚡ Training Efficiency

  • Short, frequent sessions are more effective than long ones
  • Use the pause feature to take breaks
  • Save your settings to maintain consistent training
  • Track your progress over time

🔧 Troubleshooting

Audio Issues

  • Use the "Test Audio" button to verify audio is working
  • Check browser audio permissions
  • Ensure speakers/headphones are connected
  • Try adjusting volume and pitch settings

Training Issues

  • Refresh the page if words aren't loading
  • Check your internet connection
  • Clear browser cache if experiencing glitches
  • Use Chrome or Edge for best compatibility
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