You will need to possess basic soldering skills to attach this to your existing Vail Adapter, even if you purchase this button add on assembled. If you want to purchase an adapter from me with the buttons installed, email me at ke9bos@pigletradio.org and I can make a custom listing for you to purchase a fully assembled adapter with buttons.

Add physical button control to your Vail Basic or Advanced adapter! The Button Hat gives you complete on-device settings adjustment and CW memory recording without needing a computer. 3D Printed case included!

Features:

3-button interface for speed, tone, and key type adjustment

3 CW memory slots (25 seconds each) - record and playback callsigns, CQ messages, or contest exchanges

One-button playback - instantly send saved messages

Audio feedback - all settings confirmed in Morse code

Settings control - adjust WPM (5-40), sidetone frequency (42 tones), keyer modes, and MIDI/Keyboard switching

What's Included:

Assembled option: Fully assembled Button Hat PCB, ready to install

DIY Kit option: Button Hat PCB + 3 tactile buttons, requires soldering

Compatibility: ✓ Vail Basic ✓ Vail Advanced ✓ DIY No PCB (with extra wiring) ✗ Not compatible with Vail Lite or Vail Summit

Note: On Vail Advanced adapters with radio output, CW memories can key your actual transmitter for one-button contest exchanges and CQ messages! Free shipping in Continental US.

You will need to possess basic soldering skills to attach this to your existing Vail Adapter, even if you purchase this button add on assembled.

For more information on the button functionality, check out https://vailadapter.com/manual