Please do not confuse Ham Log version three by VK2VN with
other lesser programs of a similar name! This is the real
thing!
HAM LOG
VERSION 3.1 b y V K 2 V N
HAM LOG is a sophisticated, professional IBM log program for
Amateurs and SWLs. Version one was released in February 1992,
and reviewed in A.R.A. by Neil Duncan in August 1992. Version
two was released in March 1993. On version two, Len Shaw wrote
in A.R.A.: "In version 2.0 the author has gone considerably
further (on features) than in any log program... ...you are
unlikely to find a better log-keeping program anywhere, having
seen and used a wide variety of shareware and commercial
programs."
Since then, Ham Log has been reviewed in France's "Megahertz"
noting: "Installation: Easy! ...neat professional which remains
simple to use".
In Canada's "The CANADIAN Amateur" (Nov. '94) version 2.5 was
described as: "I keep trying the Ham Radio logging programs that
I come across, and keep erasing them. .. Ham Log comes with a
professionally bound manual, very well written and presenting
everything from installation, upgrading and the use of the
program in a concise, easy to understand manner. ... With so
much information available [in Ham Log] you might think it would
be difficult to use. Quite the contrary! .. I found the program
became a natural part of operating, not an obtrusive tool for
logging contacts. .. The reports provide the information
required, in the form required. .. At no time did it exhibit any
'bugs' at all; I wish this could be said of programs costing far
more.
This is the first computer program I have in years that I really
cannot find anything to improve on. With so many features, it is
beyond this reviewer's ability to do it full justice. I rank it
[Ham Log] as one of the 'breakthroughs' in computer technology
applied to t his fine hobby, ranking with Baycom, JVFax and
Hamcom."
Well, here is version 3.1! It reflects the wishes and great
suggestions from users throughout the world. Surely, Ham Log is
now the definitive logging program for all amateur radio
operators.
On this new release, in Amateur Radio Action (Dec. '94), the
editor Len Shaw wrote: "It would seem Robin Gandevia, VK2VN, is
never satisfied with his product - even in the opinion of many,
myself included, it is already the best such product on the
market. In my position as editor, I get to see and use most
logging programs at some time or other and from my first
encounter with Ham Log, I have believed it to be the best
available - and that includes some quite expensive American
programs."
H A M L O G 's ENHANCED FEATURES INCLUDE . . .
Six Separate (and Combinable) Logs...
* Use different logs for different modes, portable, special
call sign, contests, special awards. * Create a log from your
main log based solely on QSOs of a particular frequency and/or
mode and/or specific contents of the Custom Field
Fast Contest Mode...
* Rapidly add QSOs * See all details if station worked
before * Points and Multipliers * Automatic reports *
Ideal also for DXpeditions.
QSL Label Printing...
* Print in unlimited formats * Include your own text on
labels * Ham Log keeps track of QSLs sent (and received)
Country Information, Statistics...
As you work a country Ham Log can show you immediately:
Whether worked before, in which modes and if QSL(s) received,
Beam Headings, Continent, ITU & CQ Zones, DXCC status,
Current Local Time, and much more.
Foreign Language Support...
As you work a country, not only will Ham Log tell you whether
to say Good Morning, Afternoon or Evening (by showing their
local time), but it can tell you how to say it in their
foreign language! Translations for many common phrases and
words are provided for over 150 countries.
General Station Information...
* Vast Amount of useful information available at any time in
the program - includes: H.F. Band Plans, H.F. Beacons,
WWV Data, Temperature & metric conversions, Q Code, C.W.
abbreviations & procedures (over 100) * User can record
useful station information like: ATU / Linear settings (chart
supplied), Scheds / Nets / Repeaters, Rig memory data,
Digital Mode parameters et al.
Extensive Lists and Information...
* Hundreds of different useful lists in version 3. (View,
Print or send to a DOS file.) Lists of countries, prefixes or
QSOs can be confined to Current DXCC Countries, Deleted DXCC
Countries or Non-DXCC Countries. Examples of lists are: *
Countries - Worked, Confirmed, Not Confirmed, in specific
modes if required. * Prefixes - Amateur & All (ITU) * QSOs
- Specific Country (or DXCC type of country), Range of dates,
Mode, Band; Various formats and orders * Statistics -
Countries, QSO's, per mode per band * Contest - Log with
points and multipliers calculated.
QSOs "Custom Field"...
* Allows you to separate or group QSOs within a log * Ideal
generic multiple award and contest logging system * QSOs can
be searched, scrolled or listed (or a new log created) on it
specific contents * Great for IOTA and Maidenhead data * Can
automatically include information such as ITU or CQ Zones,
Continent, Prefix and more. * Its powerful uses are endless.
QSO's "Text Editor Field"...
The text editor (effectively an unlimited notes field for a
QSO), can be applied to all subsequent contacts with the same
station, in any log, or remain specific to one QSO. * Can be used to import other ASCII files into Ham Log
Automation, Ease of Use and Fast...
* More time for QSOs, less writing up logs and QSLs * Ham
Log can automatically apply: U.T.C. dates and times, Modes,
Band, Name and QTH for new QSOs of previously worked
stations, even reports * Fully Menu driven * Heaps of Help
* Superior easy searches * Comprehensive 90 page quality
published manual * Programmed for speed to use it "on the
fly"
And Also...
* Its Easy to make country QSO and QSL information correct
from your old log
* Log format complies with detailed French regulations
* Special QSL Manager and DXpedition facilities
* Proudly an Australian product acclaimed world-wide, that has
by far the most sophisticated features
* Requires IBM or compatible, hard disk, 640k RAM, DOS 5 or
higher. (DOS program; but runs fine under Windows)
A great functional demonstration copy of Ham Log can be down-
loaded from packet and phone BBS's. There are two versions of
the files to down-load, depending on the server providing the
file. Either HL3DEMO.EXE (which is a self-expanding archived
file) -OR- the file HAM_LOG3.ZIP (which uses the common PKZIP
format). A detailed manual is included. If you would like a copy
direct, or further information, please don't hesitate to contact
the author:
Mr. Robin Gandevia VK2VN
74 Carrington Road, WAVERLEY NSW 2024 AUSTRALIA
PH: (Intl: 612; VK: 02) 369 2008
FAX: (Intl: 612; VK: 02) 369 3069
I am certain you will love Ham Log; I look forward to any
comments or suggestions.
73's Robin
Internet: rhg.ozemail.com.au
Packet: VK2VN @ VK2OP.NSW.AUS.OC
Sydney, February 1995
