[HCRA] [hcra-fd] Logging software for Field Day

[michael lavery]

I have two laptops. One for the digital station and one for logging.

On Sun, Jun 21, 2009 at 6:37 AM, KB1NWH <kb1nwh at comcast.net> wrote:

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> I would assume I am to bring the 3 logging laptops?
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> Ed
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>  From: Jim - KK1W
>  To: 'HCRA' ; hcra-fd at yahoogroups.com
>  Sent: Saturday, June 20, 2009 9:20 AM
>  Subject: [hcra-fd] Logging software for Field Day
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>  ANNOUNCEMENT:
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>  We will make a change in logging software requirements this year. Instead
> of specifying a particular program for the band captains to use we are
> instead:
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>    1.. Allowing the use of any logging program that can export to ADIF
> format the needed info for FD submission.
>    2.. HCRA is still supporting N3FJP's Field Day Log and strongly
> recommends its use, especially at stations with a high percentage of guest
> operators.
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>  This really moves the logging requirement more directly to the band
> captains allowing them to use whatever program they feel most comfortable
> using during the event. All we ask is that before you leave the park after
> Field Day is over is to make sure I have picked up a copy of your ADIF file
> on my thumb drive.
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>  Remember, Field Day is an important club function and everyone,
> participants or not, have a stake in the outcome. Please be sure to select a
> program that is easy to use and dependable. Most of all make sure you're
> capturing all the correct information and get ADIF file to me so we can
> submit our log correctly and on time.
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>  If you are planning on using N3FJP's log the most current version is V2.8.
> This is the same version we used last year. If you need a new copy it can be
> downloaded from their website at: http://www.n3fjp.com/. The copy on the
> site is good for setup and practice but only works for 30 contacts. Please
> email me directly, off the list, and I'll supply you with the registration
> information to remove the restriction.
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>  This is the first time we have opened up the logging requirements. Our
> hope is it will promote easier operation at the stations by letting the band
> captains use familiar software. The worries we have are of course accuracy
> and dependability but most importantly how easy it is for newcomers to use
> when they operate/log at your station. Field Day is a super opportunity to
> introduce new hams to the hobby. Please try to choose software that will
> accomplish that goal.
>
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>  See you next Saturday at Field Day,
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>  Jim, KK1W
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Michael Lavery
KB1PKJ