"Why?", you might ask, "It seems kind of stupid to keep two logbooks on two separate programs."
Because of Scott's program's popularity, there are other AC Log users in the club so I keep a current N3FJP generated ADIF in the club's Dropbox file folder so that they all can have copies of the logbook, should they desire. And as universal as ADIF files are supposed to be, I have found that ADIFs work absolutely the best when you load one onto another computer that uses the same logging program as what generated it.
It was announced yesterday, that the newest version of AC log was made available for download. According to Scott, N3FJP, these are the details regarding the new version:
Enhancements include:
- You can optionally display digital modes in the DX Spots list based on the frequency of the DX Spot (Click Settings > DX Spotting > Configure > More Filtering > Display Digital Modes to enable). You'll also need to download the latest BandPlan.txt file by clicking File > Download Country Files from AD1C.
- AC Log now uses ARRL's LoTW User's list to identify LoTW users (an L is placed in the DX Spots list). Click eLogs > LoTW Users > ID LoTW Users to enable the feature. If you already have enabled the feature in AC Log 5.9, AC Log 6.0 will detect that you don't have the new LoTW user list on start up and download it for you with a single click.
- The last LoTW upload date of the station contacted is optionally displayed when tabbing from the call field. (Click eLogs > LoTW > ID LoTW Users on Call Tab). If the station you are working has a recent upload date, that will give you a better sense if he is really active with LoTW or not.
- Added FT8 to the mode drop down lists.
- Ability to update mode drop down lists without requiring a new release.
So if you have a registered copy of AC Log, you can get the download for free by visiting his Website - http://www.n3fjp.com/index.html Just go to the "About Us" tab on the header and choose "Recent News" from the drop down menu and it will take you to the newest release.
As I said above, personally, I'm a confirmed Log4OM user. It suits my needs so very well. I like it's looks, it's feel and they way it operates. It has all the features that I could hope for and I've become super comfortable with it. That being said, logging software is a very subjective matter. What works for me may very well not work for you. In any regard, AC Log by N3FJP is an excellent program as well. I would highly recommend it if you're not satisfied with whatever you're currently using. It's highly intuitive and easy to use; and if you've never used a computerized logging program before, AC Log might just be what you're looking for.
72 de Larry W2LJ
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Larry I have been a long time user (like 20 years now) of AC Log. Scott and Kim have been the best customer service I have ever had. I paid once way back then and they still support my questions and give me free upgrades. I'll be downloading the latest tonight and checking it out for sure. 72
ReplyDeleteI also like AC Log and its wide usage compatibility, but, as you, I'm sold on Log4OM, a simply amazing piece of software. Thinking about AC Log, it's possible I would have continued using it if it didn't take up so much real estate. Trying to run it, fldigi, a browser with propagation sites, etc., just didn't work for me. Portable-wise, I use paper, so that's no consideration.
ReplyDeleteAnyway, it's nice to run into other Daniele's Log4OM users.
73, Jay W8AIM