A simple radio amateur hardware communication log. IHR - Ham radio hardware magazine Download hardware magazine

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Description: V new version 8.1 bugs fixed and extended QSO statistics mode added. Added a separate statistical window for more visual information. ATTENTION!! !Before using the new version, you must uninstall the old version of the IHR 8.0 Ham Radio Logbook The program is completely free, use it without any restrictions. Installation of the program is not required, unzip the archive and run the file RadioJurnal . The goal when creating this program was - accessibility and ease of use. The program is designed for both an advanced user and a non-professional user of a computer and conducting communications mainly by telephone and telegraph. The program has all the basic necessary features for keeping a log of QSOs. It is possible to work on diplomas, create a description of diplomas, conditions for fulfillment, etc. (scoring and data entry are automated). There are databases on Names, QTH, RDA areas, all of them are replenished with your data and saved during further work. Entering data, auto-completing fields and displaying information on the last QSO made is as easy as possible due to the ability to use the on-screen keyboard while working, which greatly simplifies entering data without being distracted by working using a regular keyboard, it is enough to manipulate with one hand with a mouse. It is possible to edit data directly in the journal entries. The editing process is similar to working in common text editors, which makes it easier to work in edit mode. It is possible to show repetitions when callsigns match (it is possible automatically), there is a mode for selecting data on the page for any given parameter. It is possible to customize the color scheme of the magazine for "yourself" - it allows you to choose colors with which you are pleased to work. Help for working with the program (F1) and tooltips will help you quickly learn how and what to do. Saving the pages of the magazine, and additions is carried out directly to a file with its own extensions, in text format, and it is possible to export / import to Excel format. It is possible to send messages by e-mail files directly from the program (the program installed in the system is used by default). Added the ability to work with the "magnifying glass" mode for people with poor eyesight. Please send all your suggestions to the Email specified in the program (see "About the program!"). The latest version of the program has added the ability to view data about the correspondent from the site database with a permanent Internet connection and a built-in mini-browser, some service functions have appeared to facilitate work, the position of the Earth / Moon / Sun on an additional map in real time has been added, a function has appeared to duplicate the database in case system failure, but basically the program remained simple and accessible.

Fixed minibrowser script errors when executing requests

To update the program, you need to: In the IHR folder on the disk (C: IHR), delete the Nastroiki.ihrN file, then unpack the archive to a location convenient for you and run the RadioJurnal file from this folder. 73! See you at Banda "x.

A hardware journal for a radio amateur is the second most important document after the permission to operate a radio station. In the last century, a hardware journal was often kept in paper form, since computers were not yet as massive as they are now. The choice of a log is a personal matter, and as they say, there is no dispute about tastes. I will tell you what I use and what the possibilities of my electronic hardware magazines are.

The electronic hardware log is very simple, clear and reliable, in a word it should be the best assistant for a radio amateur. It should prompt: and recurringQSO, and suggest the country and approximate distance by call sign, show whether they were sent or receivedQSL(including e- QSL). It is desirable that there is a map in the log, which would show where the radio amateur is working from. It is very important that external programs can be connected to the log (usually these are digital communications programs). It is desirable that the transceiver can also be controlled directly from the log. And of course, the log should be updated: upload a database of new territories, callsigns, diplomas. And the last hardware magazine should be free.

Giving advice on choosing a hardware magazine is a thankless task. I'll just tell you what logs I use myself and talk about their pros and cons. Let's start with the fact that choosing a log is a very important step, and as a rule, having already chosen one type of hardware log, it is already difficult to switch to others. At one time I used different ones, and in the toga the choice settled on three:MIX, HRD, UR 5 EFQ.

Let's start with MIX . With a bunch of minuses (interface at the levelWIN95), there are a couple of advantages. The most important thing: this is combat readiness in just a couple of seconds. That is, I clicked on the icon with the mouse and the program is immediately ready to work (unlikeUR 5 EFQ, which needs to download a lot of data, and also check for updates - which can take a couple of minutes). The second plus is the work in the modeSSTV. Well, another plus - the mix can decode telegraph signals. Perhaps that's all...

UR 5 EFQ - probably one of the most famous logs. A lot of amenities, great design, intuitive interfaces and in general a lot of pluses. The main thing is a windowDXcluster, and if you configure the transceiverCATthe system can be switched with one click of the mouse. Digital modes of communication also work great (it’s just a pity that there aren’t very many of them here). In the presence of the Internet, the log can help to “break through” any call sign (on the serviceQRZ), send spot toDXcluster and finally sendeQSL. Another very important advantage: you can connect external programs (ROS, MIX, DigitalMaster..) which makes it possible to automatically transfer information (call sign, name,QTH, report, etc.) from the window of the connected program directly to the log. There is only one minus: when you start the program, it will not be ready for work immediately, but after a couple of minutes (especially if you update all the databases, it will even take longer). But there are many pluses...

HAM Radio Deluxe consists of several separate programs linked by an IP server. Thanks to this, each program can be run on a separate computer connected to other local networks. The program is not intended for localization, so there is no official Russian version. There are versions Russified by enthusiasts. Of greater interest are the translations of instructions. The appearance of the programs may vary depending on the skins used (Skins), the wide range of settings allows you to create a screen as you wish, so that the necessary information is in front of your eyes.

Rig Control

The program for controlling a transceiver or radio receiver allows you to almost fully implement the functions of a controlled device. The program allows you to organize remote control of the device via the TCP / IP interface (via local network or Internet).

log book

Automatic hardware logging for both 2-way QSOs and SWLs, as well as competition logging. The program also allows you to connect via the Internet DX cluster and callsign ID, track diplomas (connection with LOTW, eQSL and Ham Radio Deluxelog.net) and competitions. The database is compatible with Microsoft Access and MySQL for archiving and restoring.allows you to automatically upload logs to the electronic QSL systems E-QSL.cc and LOTW.In addition, the program works together with Google Earth. If you select log entries, and then click on the Logbook -> Lookup -> Google Earth icon, then the Google Earth map will display the locations of the correspondents (if a locator is available) and the track lines connecting them to your station.

Digital Master (DM-780)

The DM-780 works with most computer sound cards, supports virtually all digital ham radio modes, and communicates with the Ham Radio Deluxe Logbook. Athovering the cursor over the call sign of a correspondent shows his country and the presence of previous contacts with him. The main advantage of this program is the presence of a very large selection of modulations (there are many more thanUR 5 EFQ), and it was also noted that weak signal(even when it is not visible on the waterfall, this is approximately a level of -20 dB) the program accurately decodes the received signals.

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The site is completely free, but its content requires money.
If you liked it, click on the button "HELP THE PROJECT" and transfer any amount for the development of the site.

HELP THE PROJECT

Setting up a mailing list for unregistered users. You can enable or disable the receipt of QSL cards and messages from this site. Tune...

QSL settings window

If you are not registered and want to set up your QSL mailing. Just enter your callsign and email address in the appropriate fields and click the "configure" button. The system will send you email with two links. One link allows you to send QSL-ok, the second - forbids. Treat this procedure with understanding. this way of setting will 100% protect you from unwanted changes of your settings by others.

Enter any amount, select more convenient way payment (Yandex money, VISA/MasterCard or cellular telephone) and click on the "Pay" button. The money will go to the development of the project.

about the site in general.

The main idea behind the creation of this RV6AMZ magazine was simplicity and the ability to work in it from anywhere in the world , and from any operating system without any installations additional programs. Secondly, in Russia and the countries of the former USSR (and not only in these countries) there are many Russian-speaking radio amateurs who do not speak English language. For this reason, "communication" with such servers as eQSL, LoTW becomes almost impossible for them, and these servers are mainly focused on DXCC. There are many interesting diplomas not implemented in the programs and I would like to make a system that could interest the organizers and attract radio amateurs of this category.

And finally, isn't it a shame for the Russian radio amateur that there have not been such systems in Russia so far? There are many programmers in our country who can create such systems.

The result is a three-in-one system:

• electronic hardware log;
• electronic QSL bureau;
• diploma program.

Opportunities:

• The magazine works in any browser - Internet Explorer, Opera, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox etc.;
• When entering the next QSO, the date and time are automatically entered depending on the time zone;
• You can select the time zone (local time or UTC) or enter the date and time manually;
• Constant display of the last 15 communication sessions on the screen, this number can be changed if desired;
• It is possible to add a comment and conveniently view these comments when viewing a QSO;
• QSO search by date and time, call sign or other condition;
• Automatic saving QSO in the database immediately after entering it;
• The function of outputting data about the radio amateur "on the fly" has been introduced, i.e. without waiting for the "Enter" button to be pressed;
• There is a button to show all QSOs with this callsign;
• All records are stored on the server and there is the possibility of additional backup on any medium;
• When using the magazine on the site - access to the magazine is carried out without any installation of additional software, you only need Internet access.
• Added the ability to maintain a separate log for contests.
• It is possible to edit or delete log entries.
• Added the ability to view the entire log and output it to the printer.
• Added the function of sending QSL cards via e-mail.
• Keeping a backup copy of the log log on your computer.
• Export/import log in *.adif format
• Export of the Contest log to Cabrillo format.
• V personal account added choice of background image for QSL card.
• New - It is possible to add the club logo to the QSL card.
• New - Members of the KDR club (club of certified radio amateurs) and CRR (Russian Union of Radio Amateurs) are noted in the magazine.
• New - Checking the completion of diploma projects (menu item "Diplomas").
• New - Added CHAT on the "Journal" page.
• New - The magazine has learned to remember the range and number of the last QSOs for viewing.
• New - Now you can upload your picture for QSL card.

Sending QSL-cards without prior request is made only to correspondents registered on this site. For unregistered radio amateurs, a request is first sent to obtain permission to send them QSLs and sending for them will begin only after confirmation is received. After sending, a report is generated, which can be viewed on the site or downloaded if desired.

If you have any questions, find errors and omissions - write to: rv6amz@mail.ru or in the "Reviews" section.

Many radio amateurs are familiar with the hardware log program AALog 2.47. At one time, thanks to this logger, hundreds of shortwavers got the opportunity to automate the accounting of QSOs for their radio stations and track statistics on popular amateur radio diplomas, print stickers with radio communications data and much, much more. But life makes more and more demands on loggers. Worldwide electronic databases have appeared, such as QRZ, RAC, Bookmaster, RIC, Golist, LoTW, eQSL and others. With the spread of clusters, work on the air has become more intense, radio amateurs are experimenting with new types of communication, and a modern amateur radio equipment magazine should take into account all these innovations.

Many have been waiting for updates to AALog 2.47 for a long time. But the author did not consider it possible to spread the “raw” product for public use, therefore, for a long time, a group of radio amateurs conducted intensive testing of a new version of the program for the correctness of its work and improvement of user qualities that allow each opera
Tor to customize the logger to your taste and preferences.

AALog 3.0 is an amateur radio hardware log designed for daily on-air operation. Modern approach to programming allowed to create a convenient, powerful and versatile tool that can satisfy the requirements of the most demanding user. In this review, we will introduce you to the main functions of the logger and give you brief information about its interface. I note that the development of the program and its further improvement are well helped by discussions on amateur radio forums, in which the author himself takes part. The help file is currently under preparation, so with its appearance the user will be able to independently study the main features of the program. Fortunately, there is nothing super complicated in it.

Let's proceed directly to acquaintance with the AALog 3.0 program. As in other RZ4AG programs, this logger has the ability to flexibly customize the interface for a specific user. At the same time, the user is not placed in the rigid framework laid down by the programmer, but is free to sort the log fields depending on his tastes and priorities, arrange the windows that are needed in this particular situation on the screen, set them to the optimal size, depending on the diagonal of the monitor. The program will remember these settings and the next time you start you will not have to re-configure the program "for yourself".

The logger allows you to enter all radio communications both in one log and divide them into many logs grouped into one Log set (a group of logs of one user). For example, you can separately have a log for a contest, for working with alternative QTHs, for using special or shortened contest callsigns. At the same time, the number of logs and Log set is limited only by the needs of the user. And this means that this logger allows you to have a common hardware log, dividing it into different Log sets, for family radio stations, a combination of individual and collective radio stations, various operators of one collective radio station, logging for special call signs and the like. Each Log set has its own statistics, both for individual logs included in the Log set, and general statistics for the entire Log set. In the Summary window you will see the total number of contacts, the number of different callsigns, QSLs sent and received, both by type of connection and by continent. You can see more detailed statistics for almost 120 diplomas in the Awards manager window. The user has access to the functions of creating and editing individual logs, Log set, a list of supported diplomas (which can be easily replenished by the user), Band plan and Modes list. It is possible to configure all kinds of options, such as the frequency display format, a set of function keys, colors and font sizes, a large selection of background colors, etc. The logger allows you to use both an internal callbook compiled according to the links entered in the log, and an external one using seven bases — QRZ, RAC, Bookmaster, RIC, Golist, WinQsL, QSL routes, LoTW, eQSL (both from CD or HDD, and directly from the Internet during the QSO), a large number of external programs working in conjunction with the logger — CWtype , TrueTTY, OmniRig, DXAtlas, Band Master and others that can be added by the logger user himself. It is possible to edit both a single QSO and a group of contacts for all fields of the logger. The autofill function is very handy. Fill missed QSO data fields - allows you to fill in all contact fields (name, city, RDA area, WW GRID, QSL via, etc.), for example, for contacts converted from contest Loggers. A flexible printing system allows you to print contact data both on labels and directly on QSL. A special program attached to the log allows you to edit existing ones and create your own templates for printing. A special charm of the logger is the absence of the need to install it. And this means that, having written the Logger on a flash drive, you can open it on any other computer, while saving not only your connections, but also your favorite settings.

It is possible to display the information you need in this window. All fields to be displayed are selected from the corresponding program menu. Quick launch buttons allow you to quickly open windows for entering a new QSO, editing communication data, a search menu for the desired QSO (which allows you to search by user-defined criteria, such as callsign, QSL via, IOTA, state, province, zone, notes), filter setting window (flexible filter settings allow you to select
necessary connections, both in a specific log and in the LOG SET), with a separate button, you can delete the selected connection. Also in the quick launch panel there are buttons for calling the DX cluster window, the Band Master and DX Atlas programs. The last button is to display the hardware log settings window. Naturally, all these windows and programs are available by selecting the program from the classic menu, the items of which are located at the very top of the main window. The logger allows sorting columns - Callsign, Date, Time, Freq, Mode, Name, QTH, QSL via. For example, in order to view all contacts with Ivans, you need to click the left mouse button on the name of the Name column and the open log will be sorted by the names of the correspondents.

The window for entering contacts (“New QSO” window) has three display options that can be quickly switched to the view that is needed at a particular point in time, depending on the amount of information when making a QSO. All necessary data about the correspondent, such as country and specific region of the country (if any), azimuth and distance, WAZ and ITU zones, name and city, RDA and IOTA numbers, WW Grid and QSL info are displayed in this window. In the Custom awards ref. data on diplomas such as RRA, RFF, RIIA, RCA, IOCA, DIE, etc. are entered. Unlike the old version of the program, there are advanced features for working with QSL. Starting from various ways of sending and receiving cards, which is displayed in the program with the corresponding icons, ending with the ability to work with LoTW and eQSL systems. The logger allows you to enter contacts not only in real time, but also in the Write Log mode (from a paper log or by received QSLs). In the QSLing tab, you can mark not only the received or sent QSL, but also the quality of the QSL received from this correspondent. To the right of the callsign, you can activate up to nine shortcut buttons that will allow you to manually redefine the country, find the correspondent's data on the Internet, switch to the Write Log mode, save the data in the internal callbook (without making a connection, for example, if you could not call someone ), send spot to DX cluster, run desired program, switch to the Write Log mode and mark in it the receipt or sending of QSL, etc. (22 menu items in total). The NEW QSO window can be opened together with the windows of previous contacts with the given station and the diploma statistics window for the given callsign.

I would especially like to dwell on the new features of the statistics window for diplomas. In the third version of the logger, it became possible to call for editing, or just for information, data, both by country and by range. It is very comfortable. It is possible to display statistics in the form - worked / confirmed (wkd / cfm) or in digital form worked / sent QSL / confirmed - 347/216/202. The logger allows you to see what your confirmation achievements are both with traditional paper QSLs and with LOTW and/or eQSL offsets. A huge list of diplomas for which statistics can be displayed can be easily supplemented by the user, while there is a function to disable a number of diplomas that are not interesting to the user. And, for example, for a DXCC diploma, you can see your statistics, both for existing countries and for those that have ceased to exist.

The cluster function is implemented very conveniently and informatively, the window of which is shown in the figures on the right. Special icons show what gives a specific spot when making a QSO (using the statistics of the magazine according to the list of the diploma "DXCC"). You can use both the internal database of clusters by selecting the one you need, or enter the data yourself. Cluster commands can be entered manually or used for the most frequently used special buttons, which the user can also customize. When using the CAT system, just click on the spot line and your transceiver will switch to the desired frequency, and the callsign will be entered in the NEW QSO window.

The logger has the ability to work with databases of QSL managers. There is a function to import contact data from the most popular ADIF, Cabrillo formats and from the AATest contest logger program. It is possible to export data, implemented in the form of a convenient window that is intuitive to the user and allows you to save the data in the desired form.
It is impossible to give a complete description of the program within the framework of a journal article. When you start using AALog 3.0, you will find many useful features and nice little things in it that make it easier to store and record QSOs. Naturally, everyone chooses a hardware log program for himself, but by choosing AALog 3.0, you will get a powerful tool for everyday work on the air, with quality service and huge opportunities. Software, which will bring real pleasure to the operator of an amateur radio station.

This logger and other programs mentioned in the article are posted on the site.

Andrey Korpachev