Software Logging Programs - Kkn.net
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<strong>Software</strong> <strong>Logging</strong><br />
<strong>Programs</strong><br />
By Andy Blank<br />
N2NT<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 1
Introduction<br />
Plethora of loggers now available.<br />
We will help to choose the right one for you.<br />
Learn to use powerful features.<br />
Maximize your score using operating tools.<br />
How to send in the log!<br />
Results of CTU Survey<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 2
What is popular today<br />
N1MM<br />
Writelog<br />
WinTest<br />
Sd<br />
CTWin<br />
Trlog<br />
CT and NA for DOS<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 3
N1MM<br />
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<br />
Free!<br />
Fully configurable windows. Entry window:<br />
Excellent support and discussion group (<br />
N1MMLogger@yahoogroups.com )<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 4
N1MM Band Map<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 5
N1MM Config Menu<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 6
N1MM Interesting feature<br />
Antenna Control<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 7
Writelog by W5XD<br />
Very Stable<br />
Networking a bit quirky.<br />
Auto updates <strong>net</strong>work failures.<br />
SO2R Friendly<br />
Support page at K9JY.com<br />
Cost $30.00USD with 12mo free upgrade.<br />
Favorite of RTTY contesters<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 8
Writelog entry window<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 9
Writelog Config Box<br />
<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 10
Packet Spots<br />
<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 11
Editing the Log<br />
Move cursor up and down to edit previous<br />
QSOs<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 12
Master Files for Check Partial<br />
Open your browser and go to:<br />
SSB and CW Master Files:<br />
http://www.k5zd.com/scp/<br />
RTTY Master File: http://<br />
www.rttycontesting.com<br />
Once at the site, save the files on your local<br />
hard drive in the \WriteLog\<strong>Programs</strong><br />
subdirectory.<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 13
WIN-TEST By F5MZN<br />
<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 14
Unique and N +1<br />
Database is searched for similar callsigns, off<br />
by 1 character.<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 15
Configuring Tel<strong>net</strong> and<br />
Network<br />
<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 16
Other Nice Features<br />
Advanced SO2R control using EZmaster or<br />
MK2R-<br />
QSY timers for Multi Op.<br />
Ability to redifine keys and use macros.<br />
Greyline map window.<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 17
Gab window<br />
A must for multis!<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 18
SD by EI5DI<br />
Totally free<br />
Full log editing, everything in ASCII<br />
Simple operation<br />
Covers most major HF contests.<br />
Other versions available for VHF etc.<br />
Great for those who want a stable logger<br />
without the bells and whistles<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 19
SD Features<br />
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Dupe checking<br />
Country/Band analysis<br />
Check Partial by prefix<br />
Beam headings<br />
Advance flagging of potential multipliers<br />
Band/Mode analysis by callsign<br />
Linked database display<br />
Auto data insert (Zones and area codes)<br />
Countries Worked/Wanted by Continent<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 20
CT Win<br />
Windows version of most popular program by<br />
K1EA<br />
Basic features, not as advanced as N1MM,<br />
Writelog, or Win-Test.<br />
Remember to update SCP and Country files<br />
before each contest<br />
Free!<br />
Quite stable and proven<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 21
Typical CT setup<br />
<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 22
TRlog by N6TR<br />
DOS only; Oldie but Goodie.<br />
First choice of top Sprinters<br />
Fully configurable, great for CW contesters<br />
Standard for SO2R operation<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 23
Typical TRlog setup<br />
Windows configurable by DOS commands<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 24
Advanced Features<br />
Unique Name Database<br />
CW Simulator<br />
Visible Dupesheet for unassisted<br />
Entry of data in any order; i.e. 72 NNJ 335 B<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 25
Drawbacks<br />
Need DOS machine<br />
Windows version not likeley<br />
Editing QSOs can be a challenge<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 26
CT and NA for DOS<br />
CT and NA are similar in operation<br />
NA developed for US Domestic contests by<br />
K8CC.<br />
Very stable, simple programs.<br />
Many stations dedicate DOS machines for<br />
these programs only<br />
Good choice for Single Op when no<br />
connection to outside world is necessary<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 27
Cabrillo Logs<br />
All <strong>Programs</strong> can generate one.<br />
Very important for Log checking and analysis.<br />
Creates a standard for the log checkers, and<br />
greatly reduces workload<br />
Don’t be afraid, follow the menus and send it<br />
in!<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 28
Use the Power!<br />
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Fill the bandmap even as a S/O.<br />
Let the computer do the automation; bandswitching the ants and<br />
control the radio.<br />
Check multipliers and pass them.<br />
Use Check Partial and callsign databases to improve accuracy.<br />
Watch your rate! It might be more productive to search and<br />
pounce.<br />
Use SO2R to keep your signal on the air.<br />
Watch sunrise/sunset for openings.<br />
If no new multipliers are found, use the windows to find new<br />
QSO’s. SO2R will help.<br />
Be careful with off times and 10 min rule! Let the software tell<br />
you.<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 29
Go to discussion groups<br />
Make sure you sign up for your software’s<br />
reflector.<br />
Go to Contesting.com for a list of active ones.<br />
Any question can probably be found in the<br />
archives.<br />
If not, do not be afraid to ask!<br />
Most authors will gladly add new features and<br />
fix broken ones if they make sense.<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 30
CTU Survey Highlights<br />
524 Responses<br />
Most popular program<br />
Favorite modes<br />
Contest specific<br />
Results vs. Program<br />
Average age<br />
Most used features<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 31
<strong>Software</strong> age 19-30<br />
Total<br />
7<br />
Count of 19-30<br />
6<br />
5<br />
4<br />
Total<br />
3<br />
2<br />
1<br />
0<br />
ct Trlog WL N1MM Wintest 1) Other contest<br />
software: CQPWIN<br />
ver. 10.6<br />
06/26/07 19-30By<br />
N2NT 32
<strong>Software</strong> age 31-40<br />
Total<br />
10<br />
Count of 31-40<br />
9<br />
8<br />
7<br />
6<br />
5<br />
Total<br />
4<br />
3<br />
2<br />
1<br />
0<br />
ct trlog WL NA N1MM Wintest 1) Other contest<br />
software:<br />
GenLog32<br />
06/26/07<br />
31-40<br />
By N2NT 33
<strong>Software</strong> age 41-50<br />
Total<br />
40<br />
Count of software 41-50<br />
35<br />
30<br />
25<br />
20<br />
Total<br />
15<br />
10<br />
5<br />
0<br />
CT<br />
Trlog<br />
WL<br />
NA<br />
N1MM<br />
Wintest<br />
SD<br />
N3FJP<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 34<br />
software<br />
RCKlog<br />
1) Other contest software:<br />
1) Other contest software: CQ/X de<br />
NO5W (my own development)<br />
1) Other contest software: MIXW<br />
1) Other contest software: RTTY by<br />
WF1B<br />
1) Other contest software: UCXLog<br />
1) Other contest software: win-eqf
<strong>Software</strong> age 50-59<br />
Total<br />
45<br />
Count of 50-59<br />
40<br />
35<br />
30<br />
25<br />
20<br />
Total<br />
15<br />
10<br />
5<br />
0<br />
ct Trlog WL NA N1MM Wintest SD N3FJP RCKlog 1) Other<br />
contest<br />
software:<br />
UCXLog by<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT<br />
DL7UCX<br />
35<br />
50-59
<strong>Software</strong> age 60-69<br />
Total<br />
50<br />
Count of 60-69<br />
45<br />
40<br />
35<br />
30<br />
25<br />
Total<br />
20<br />
15<br />
10<br />
5<br />
0<br />
CT Trlog WL NA N1MM Wintest SD N3FJP RCKlog<br />
60-69<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 36
<strong>Software</strong> age 70+<br />
Total<br />
10<br />
Count of 70+<br />
9<br />
8<br />
7<br />
6<br />
5<br />
Total<br />
4<br />
3<br />
2<br />
1<br />
0<br />
CT Trlog WL NA N1MM W T SD N3FJP RCKlog 1) Other<br />
contest<br />
software:<br />
Win-EQF<br />
06/26/07 By 70+ N2NT 37
Favorite mode<br />
<br />
250<br />
200<br />
150<br />
100<br />
Series1<br />
50<br />
0<br />
CW SSB RTTY<br />
Favorite mode<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 38
180<br />
160<br />
140<br />
120<br />
100<br />
80<br />
60<br />
40<br />
20<br />
0<br />
>70% in category<br />
SOAB SOA m/s m/2 m/m<br />
Series1<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 39
SO2R Stats<br />
<br />
SO2R<br />
300<br />
250<br />
200<br />
150<br />
100<br />
Series1<br />
Series2<br />
50<br />
0<br />
SO2R No SO2R Skill 6<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 40
Use of features<br />
features<br />
600<br />
500<br />
400<br />
300<br />
200<br />
100<br />
0<br />
no Rotator<br />
Generate Cabrillo<br />
Easily adapt<br />
Ext SO2R box<br />
no ext box<br />
No packet<br />
no band map<br />
no geoclock<br />
no online scoring<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 41
% Unhappy with support<br />
0.2<br />
0.18<br />
0.16<br />
17.86%<br />
0.14<br />
0.12<br />
0.1<br />
0.08<br />
0.06<br />
14.04% 13.08%<br />
6.25%<br />
7.95%<br />
5.13% 4.44%<br />
Series1<br />
Series2<br />
0.04<br />
0.02<br />
0<br />
CT<br />
Trlog<br />
Writelog<br />
NA<br />
N1MM<br />
Wintest<br />
SD<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 42
Final comments<br />
Most happy with support and features<br />
Writelog took a hit on support<br />
Trlog is DOS only<br />
Most fancy features go unused<br />
SO2R is key to success<br />
Pick one and learn it cold!<br />
06/26/07 By N2NT 43
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