Overview

Note: There's now an XMLog group on Yahoo! Check the info at the end of this page.

XMLog is an amateur radio logbook system for Windows 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000 and XP.

XMLog is also usable with Windows Vista but there may be problems setting the correct execution options. If you have trouble check the Yahoo! XMLog group.

There is no charge for using XMLog. Permission to distribute XMLog for profit is prohibited.

XMLog Features

• Flexible log searching - Any log fields can be used to select a subset of your log. For example you could select entries for a single country for which you have sent QSLs but haven't received responses. Or you could select all RTTY QSOs on 40 meters during October, 1995.

• Awards tracking - Tracks DXCC, WAZ and WAS. The QSL sent/received status is tracked as well as the submission status to the award sponsor. LoTW crediting is supported for DXCC and WAS.

• Reporting - For each award XMLog can produce a report showing:
  • QSL sent/received status summary by band and mode.
  • QSL sent/received status details by band, mode and country/state/zone.
  • QSL award submission status summary or details.
  • Countries/states/zones needed by band and mode.
  • Critical QSO summary. This report lists QSOs that if confirmed would boost your totals.

There is also limited support for county hunting, IOTA, and grid square awards.

• Callbook lookups - XMLog supports the Buckmaster, QRZ!, and Radio Amateur Callbook callbooks.

• Label printing - QSL and mailing labels can be created based on info from log entries or from online callbooks. Labels can be created using standard layouts or from custom layouts you design.

• Log importing/exporting - XMLog can import and export ADIF files or import .RES files from K1EA's CT contesting system. Log entries can also be exported as an Excel spreadsheet.

Packet Window

XMLog can display a separate window that interfaces to your packet TNC or to Internet PacketCluster nodes. Packet Window features:

• History - XMLog maintains a large scroll-back area of what has been displayed in the Packet Window. This history is saved and restored between sessions.

• Scripts - Scripts allow pre-programmed logins to PacketClusters or bulletin boards.

• PacketCluster Spots - XMLog can scan PacketCluster spots and give vocal or CW alerts for needed QSOs based on the status from your log. Additional windows can be opened that display spots graphically as band maps or in 'spreadsheet' style.

• Rig and Rotor Memories - Memory buttons can be programmed to set your rig frequency/mode or control your rotor.

• Callbook lookups - Callbook lookups can be made via a dialog or by double-clicking on calls displayed anywhere in the Packet or Spot Windows.

• CW keyboard - XMLog allows you to send CW from the Packet Window or from a CW Keyboard Window.

• CW messages - Pre-programmed CW messages can be sent using function keys.

Rig Support

When creating log entries XMLog can get the frequency and mode from your rig. You can also set the frequency and mode from PacketCluster spots displayed in the packet and spot windows. Here's a list of currently supported rigs:

• Alinco - DX-77

• Elecraft - K2, K3

• Heath - SB-1400

• Icom - IC-703, 706, 706MkII, 706MkIIG, 707, 718, 725, 726, 728, 729, 731, 735, 736, 737, 738, 746, 746Pro, 751A, 756, 756Pro, 756ProII, 756ProIII, 761, 765, 775, 781, 821, 7000, 7200, 7400, 7700, 7800

• JRC - JST-135, 145, 245

• Kenwood - All models

• TenTec - 516 Argonaut-V, 535 Argonaut-II, 536 Delta-II, 538 Jupiter, 563 Omni-VI, Omni-VII, 565 Orion, 585 Paragon-I, 586 Paragon-II

• Yaesu - FT-100, 450, 747, 767, 817, 840, 847, 857, 890, 897, 900, 920, 980, 990, 1000, 1000D, 1000MP, 2000, 9000

CW Support

XMLog provides a CW interface to your transmitter using a serial port. This interface is compatible with the Writelog , CT , or N1MM contest loggers.

XMLog also supports the K1EL WinKeyer using a serial or USB port.

Downloading XMLog

Although XMLog is freeware any support you can provide to help continue XMLog development and maintenance will be greatly appreciated.

If you find XMLog useful and would like to make a contribution please send it to the address shown at the end of this page.

You can also use PayPal to make on-line donations using a credit card or your PayPal account.

XMLog files

XMLOG613.ZIP - This .zip file contains the current version of XMLog, version 6.13 (5.7mb).

Version 6 of XMLog includes support for LoTW. Here's a clip from the help file describing the new features: XMLog-LOTW.rtf

Current test versions of XMLog are available at: www.xmlog.com/beta

WAVES.ZIP - This .zip file contains the XMLog voice alert files (226kb).

WAVES.ZIP is required if you want to use the voice alert feature for PacketCluster spots. After you install XMLog create a folder named "Voice" in your XMLog install folder and extract the files from WAVES.ZIP into this folder. See the help file section on PacketCluster Alerts for more information.

XMLOGDOC.ZIP - XMLog documentation (85kb).

There is no seperate manual for XMLog but this .zip file contains a copy of the help file converted to Microsoft Word format and is about 110 pages long.

The XMLog News Group

I've started an XMLog news group at groups.yahoo.com/group/xmlog. You can visit this site to subscribe to the group or view the archives. You can also use the following email addresses:

If you have any questions please feel free to e-mail me at:

Michael McAmis
433 Hanover Center Road
Etna, NH - 03750

For a look at W1ECT: www.xmlog.com/shack

Last updated 02/04/09