[UK-CONTEST] Telnet connection using MDS

[John MacLean MM0CCC]

Jim

I regularly use a Vodafone 3G/GPRS datacard for cluster access.  I dont use
N1MM (tried it, don't like it) but have used it successfully with Writelog
and Win-Test.  I also run the data card with Robert MM0ANT's excellent
Telnet program, which i use for other loggers which don't have integrated
cluster on-board.

Only slight problem I have with the datacard is that RF from it can activate
the built in mouse scroller!

Can't comment on data usage as it comes as part of a monthly package for my
job.

I also use an Orange 3G/GPRS enabled Nokia phone, linking to my laptop via
data cable or bluetooth.  Again, all the above loggers/applications run 100%

In summary, I reckon if you find that one of the big four mobile phone
companies do a PAYG option for data, you will not need to pay anything
excessive for what you are planning.

73
John MM0CCC


-----Original Message-----
From: uk-contest-bounces at contesting.com
[mailto:uk-contest-bounces at contesting.com]On Behalf Of Jim Martin -
MM0BQI
Sent: 06 March 2006 14:36
To: uk-contest at contesting.com
Subject: [UK-CONTEST] Telnet connection using MDS


I would like to connect to the telnet cluster using a pcmcia data card G3 or
GPRS on a networked laptop in our forthcoming multi-op efforts.  As we
operate most of these events portable it is the only reliable way I can see
of
accessing the cluster.
Before we commit to this expense we need to know the following.
Will logging programs such as N1MM connect okay to the cluster using such a
device?
As we pay be the Mb, what would be the ballpark figure for size of data
transferred during a major 48 hour contest?
Are there any issues with this type of telnet connection and our wireless
network?
Any pointers to where I can research this topic or any other guidance would
be
appreciated.
Thanks
Jim,  MM0BQI

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