[Skimmertalk] ViewProp: propagation analysis using Skimmer data

[Pete Smith N4ZR]

One of the interesting things you can do with VPiewProp is to 
superimpose the Hamcap  MUF predictions on the same map that has the 
actual paths shown.  Of course we know that VOACAP/IONCAP predictions 
are 30-day averages, but the day to day deviations from the predictions 
are a lot of what keep us interested (and with our earphones on).

73, Pete N4ZR
Check out the Reverse Beacon Network at
http://reversebeacon.net,
blog at reversebeacon.blogspot.com.
For spots, please go to your favorite
ARC V6 or VE7CC DX cluster node.

On 2/19/2013 10:15 PM, Dave AA6YQ wrote:
> DXLab does something similar. Using up two 6 spot sources (including the RBN) as input, it maintains a local database with one entry
> for each active DX station, determines the locations of both spotting and spotted stations, and plots spots on its built-in world
> map or on DX Atlas. You can independently filter your view of the active DX database, and filter the set of spots that are plotted
> on DX Atlas. For example, here's the set of spots filtered to show only 6m activity, revealing a transatlantic Es opening:
>
> < http://www.dxlabsuite.com/dxview/DX%20Atlas%206m.jpg>
>
> DXLab also includes graphical propagation prediction (using the included IONCAP, ICEPAC, or VOACAP engines) and propagation
> monitoring (via the NCDXC HF beacon network).
>
> For more detail about "DXing with DXLab and the RBN", see <http://www.dxlabsuite.com/RBN/index.htm>
>
> Having this sort of information handy makes a huge difference in knowing where and when to listen for needed DX.
>
>        73,
>
>               Dave, AA6YQ
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Skimmertalk [mailto:skimmertalk-bounces at contesting.com] On Behalf Of Rick Kiessig
> Sent: Tuesday, February 19, 2013 8:55 PM
> To: skimmertalk at contesting.com
> Subject: [Skimmertalk] ViewProp: propagation analysis using Skimmer data
>
> I’ve been working on some software over the last few months for visualizing
> *your* HF propagation using spots from CW Skimmer and cluster servers,
> including the RBN. To help me find any remaining issues, I’m looking for a
> few beta testers.
>
> The software is called ViewProp. Basically, the way it works is this:  You
> enter your call and lat/lon and the connection details for up to three
> Skimmers or clusters.  ViewProp then determines which spots are coming *to
> or from* the area near you, plots them in real-time on a map provided by
> DXAtlas, and puts them in a sortable table. It also creates real-time charts
> that show which bands are open *for you* and how active they are.  Would you
> like to know when each band is at its peak?  Or when certain beam headings
> are most active? ViewProp can tell you.
>
> In addition to ViewProp, you will need DXAtlas (you can download a
> full-featured 30-day trial, if you don’t already have it). If you have a
> qrz.com XML subscription, you can use it to enhance the accuracy with which
> ViewProp locates both spotters and spotted stations, but it is not
> absolutely necessary, particularly for a trial.
>
> I use ViewProp every day myself, and have found it to be a useful planning
> tool for both DX and contesting. There's something very empowering about
> being able to instantly visualize current propagation that's based on
> measurements rather than simulations.
>
> I'm looking for unfiltered opinions of savvy computer-using DXers and
> contesters on how useful the software is for you, what features might make
> it better, and help finding bugs or usability issues.
>
> I’ve set up a simple 1-page Wiki with more details and a few screenshots:
> http://zl2ham.wikispaces.com/
>
> If you would be interested in being a beta tester, please let me know
> off-list, and I’ll send you a copy.
>
> 73, Rick ZL2HAM
>
>
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