The problem of the time offset has been solved by adding a line to the autoexec.bat file of "SET TZ=GMT0". Thanks to all who replied and for the fast response. 73, Bill Leahy, K0MP ssi@rmi.net -- Submissions: ct-user@contesting.com Administrative requests: ct-user-REQUEST@contesting.com WWW: http://www.contesting.com/ct/ Questions: owner-ct-user@contesting.com