For contesting, i generally stick with either n1mm logger or the n3fjp logging software. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. These steps only address how to set up logging and create an adif log file for submission. Klog, ea4tv jaime, yes, general purpose linux logging program. Uses sound card for dvk but also dvk interface for w9xt. For those functions, you should be using a general logging program. N3fjps software package includes approximately 80 programs for contesting, net management, general logging and other amateur radio related applications. N1mm is an excellent free windowsbased contesting and general logging software.
Also, it provides rover support for qso parties and other contests which support this. You will be able to record all contacts in a single log or in a contest log as needed. I started out using ct and after moving to mississippi from oklahoma i tried na because some of the contesters here were using that. Export of logs via adif to general logging programs is supported. The actual developer of the free software is n1mm logger. I happen to use logger32 and find that it fills my needs for a general logging programawards trackinglotw. Use w5drz as the station, or if gota, use its call. Naoki sawada troex nevelin alexey sukhotin troex nevelin translator english. N1mm logger is a fullfeatured contest logging program.
Pathfinder locate qsl information from webaccessible sources. Date should be set for 2015 by program, if not, change. Hams of reddit, what general logging software do you use. Winwarbler conducts qsos using psk31 or psk63 with simultaneous threechannel decoding and display. Log program for ham radio log books software category is a curation of 101 web resources on, wireless field day log program, qrppal for windows, hamlog. Dave is very active in the community, software is great and its free. Transverter support shf bands supported up to 10, 24, 47, 76, 142 and 241 ghz. It is not a general logging program with award tracking etc.
Ham radio deluxe logging software amateur radio operators. All contests are supported both sides unless specifically mentioned. Ive never tried it so i cant say anything else about it. The entry window n1mm logger plus free software for. Although winlog32 is general purpose logging software, it has a definite slant on dxing on both hf and vhf with comprehensive tracking of various awards programs like dxcc, iota, waz etc. And the best part is that the software is excellent. I purchased the whole suite of software for a great price. N1mm logger is a ham radio contest logging program for cw, phone and digital modes. The logger then accomplishes all the rig control while wsjt runs the audio inputoutput and the digital contact. Including general dx logging, dxpedition, dxsatellite and vhf dx.
Changes include fewer pages, better search capability and bugissuetracking visibility and reporting, and a comprehensive, easiertouse listing of all supported contests. For cw, phone and digital modes, its combination of contest. The program tracks your worked all states, worked all counties, and worked all countries progress. Other members of the dxlab suite of free amateur radio software commander control your icom, tentec, kenwood, or yaesu radio from your pc. If a contest is not supported now, it can usually be added using the loggers userdefined contest feature. Soundcard dvk, cw sending, and bandmaps are included. The owners call sign can be added to a cabrillo file in the. If you are looking for a general logger with packet alarms, award tracking, qsl generation and other noncontest functions, you should look elsewhere. Esm enter send message mode just press the enter key to make a qso.
I use n1mm for contesting but for day to day general logging software, you cant beat log4om. All major and many minor hf contests are supported including general dx logging, dxpedition, dxsatellite and vhf dx. Our antivirus analysis shows that this download is safe. I use hrd for all my general logging and use dm780 for psk, rtty etc. This will provide an entry window like the one shown below. My security software detected a virus in an n1mm logger download from the website. The latest version, as well as the documentation, can be found at the n1mm home page to configure n1mm for the prskp, just chose dx as the contest name. They have the single program model with customizations for each supported contests rules. Not too long ago n1mm came out with a spectrum monitor for a limited number of radios. N3fjp this is an easy to use windows based general logging program. N1mm free contest logger the n1mm logger is a free, open source contest logging program for win 9598ment2000. For cw, phone and digital modes, its combination of contestoptimized features is unmatched.
It is assumed you are familiar with setting up message buffers etc. N1mm logger is the worlds most popular ham radio contest logging program. If not, please consult the n1mm online documentation. Many of these logs come from miqp participants using the n1mm logging software, but the problem is not limited only to the n1mm program. Consult the n1mm update history notes for information on.
Combined with the other modules make for a very piece of powerful software. Ham radio deluxe best logging software for amateur radio operators qso logging with control for ham radios, dx cluster, operating awards. W3km freeware hfvhfuhfmicrowaverover contest logging. N1mm logger plus quickstart guide currently under construction.
Lets talk logging software, what do you use, and why. A lot is based on you needs, but for me, log4om fits my needs 100%. If youre new to ham radio or just havent participated in a cw contest because you cant decipher 30wpm. Having used both n1mm and skookumlogger, dont think n1mm has anything on it, the significant mac general purpose logging programs in wide use are. How to download, install, and use n1mm logging software. The n1mm logger is a freeware program designed to do contest logging and some general logging. N1mm setup general logging here are quick steps to set up n1mm for logging during your w1aw4 in al operation. N1mm, n1mm tom, yes, contest logger win98, me, nt, 2000, xp. As were finishing up this introduction to the bandmap, it might be a good idea to offer another general hint when youre exploring the program. In addition to full use of all these programs, registered package customers are also entitled to receive free passwords for any new software that is added to the package and free upgrades to. Serving the amateur radio community with contesting and general logging software since 1997. I really wanted a linux or windows based contest logging package. After extensively working with each of these programs i found there is not a perfect logging program.
N1mm does not do awards tracking but is a great contesting program. A quick demo on how to download and install n1mm for the first time. If you have questions or suggestions, please post them on the dxlab discussion group. General all major and many minor hf contests are supported including general dx logging, dxpedition, dxsatellite and vhf dx. Note that data files are stored in a different location from the program itself. I think its free, or maybe a donation is requested. But in the case of the n1mm program, the problem is caused not by a program bug, but by how the program is set up by the user. The programs features are continually changing, and the manual may sometimes fall behind the code when this happens. This function is especially useful when you want to export into a general logging program to do award tracking etc. Note that while the colors and font sizes displayed here and in other screenshots mimic the original n1mm logger classic, logger plus provides for extensive. Log4om is another very popular program for general logging. I have started using n1mm logger for contest logging over the past few years. It is both a complete dx operations center, as well as a fantastic general purpose log book.
For the little contesting that i do i use n1mm and import the results into logger32. N1mm and writelog are two contest logging programs i am starting to use more often. Fortunately the ic7300 is included in the list of supported radios. It has wide and various capabilities for the contester, supporting certain amplifiers and rotor systems, the k1el keyer, cabrillo and adif file formats. I just got done with the arkansas qso party where the. For the arrl field day up through 2010 my club used the network version of the n3fjp fdnet software.
Already using this software, the logger will be installed to the original logging folder c. N1mm logger is one of a few contest logging programs that embrace so2rso2v operation. Using n1mm contest logging software effectively seapac. Rover support for qso parties and other contests which support this. Free windows amateur radio logging program written by bob furzer, k4cy the author of zakanaka. For a complete list of program capabilities, check the features section.
However, all of these programs can easily handle station logging. This free pc software can be installed on windows xpvista7810 environment, 32bit version. Ssb, cw and digital support multiuser support rover support for qso parties and other contests which support this. There is a lot of information on the web though, so there is that. Logger32 has been developed to be a highly user configurable. In addition to these general purpose logging programs, i also use n1mm for contest operation. A selection of best free amateur radio general logbook programs for windows taken from our huge list of ham radio logging software links category. Im often asked what logging software i use and what is the sdr module in the middle of my screen. The official platform for discussing the n1mm logger plus contest logging program.
You might want to begin by going to the website, selecting documentation manualsupported. From my general amateur log to individual state qso parties, all of the software integrates together seamlessly. Logbook also known as hrdlog is a powerful ham radio logging software program within ham radio deluxe. How can i modify the bands that are used for general logging. Sample screen layout arrl dx cw 2002 at n1mm clicking on the sample screen image will bring up a bigger example 1024 x 768 pixels 141 kb features.
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