[WriteLog] Writelog for general logging?

[Joe Subich, W4TV]

> I agree this is a cumbersome process and would hope a fix could be
> provided so WL can export the date ranges itself rather than have to
> produce the entire adif and then hone it down further outside of WL.

It could be something as simple as storing the date/time of the last
exported QSO in each log and then not exporting anything prior to
that unless the user confirmed an "override":  "You have already
signed the QSOs before YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM for LotW.  Are you sure?"
(for "General DXCC Tracking Log")  or "You have already signed this
log.  Are you sure?" (for a specific contest log).

73,

    ... Joe, W4TV


On 2/27/2013 9:14 PM, Gary AL9A wrote:
> Frank,
>
> Yes, I've seen that work around mentioned on the reflectors before.  It
> will work, provided the pilot is as conscientious as you and makes note
> of the start and end dates to be uploaded each time.  I agree this is a
> cumbersome process and would hope a fix could be provided so WL can
> export the date ranges itself rather than have to produce the entire
> adif and then hone it down further outside of WL.  Many opportunities
> for something to go wrong or for inexperienced/lazy pilots to just
> upload the whole shooting match each time!
>
> 73,
> Gary AL9A
>
>
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Frank Fallon" <n2ff at optonline.net>
> To: <writelog at contesting.com>
> Sent: February 27, 2013 3:12 PM
> Subject: Re: [WriteLog] Writelog for general logging?
>
>
>> Good point, Gary.
>>
>>  But there is another alternative which avoids downloading another
>> logging program.  It's a little bit more cumbersome, but I solve the
>> problem by having Writelog export my general DX log as an ADIF file to
>> a folder I named "LOTW" and then I call up TQSL and ask it to sign the
>> entire file. At a point in the process I then have the ability to
>> specify start and end dates.  Using that feature enables me to send a
>> much smaller file.  Yes, it takes more time but avoids using another
>> logging program.  Yes, It certain would be great if the date range
>> features was directly available in Writelog.  (hint hint nudge nudge).
>>
>> Frank...N2FF....
>>
>>
>> On 2/5/2013 5:02 AM, Gary AL9A wrote:
>>> There is a problem with using the both the DXpedition mode and
>>> General DXCC tracking log keeper and exporting to LOTW from these
>>> modules. Whenever you do a File/Export/Trusted QSL file... you are
>>> exporting the ENTIRE log to LOTW, not just the latest QSOs.  Unlike a
>>> true general logger, WriteLog's various modules lack the ability to
>>> select just some QSOs in the log by specifying a range of dates to be
>>> included in the upload.  This is not a problem for uploading a
>>> contest log as you do want to upload the entire record.  But...
>>>
>>> If your log is small this is not a big problem.  However, if your log
>>> contains thousands of QSOs you are needlessly uploading thousands of
>>> duplicate transactions to LOTW with each update. This is an enormous
>>> waste of LOTW computer resources and needlessly causes delays for the
>>> entire LOTW community.  A far better approach would be to find a good
>>> general purpose logger, either a freebee from the internet, or a low
>>> cost product that offers the features necessary to control which of
>>> your log records are going to be uploaded to LOTW.  The DXLabs suite
>>> at http://www.dxlabsuite.com/ comes to mind as it is a powerful
>>> package that is free for the asking.
>>>
>>> If you have need of a general logger and want to use one of the
>>> WriteLog modules fine.  Just be a considerate amateur and don't
>>> utilize the LOTW upload directly from these modules.  Instead find
>>> another way to create a tq8 file that contains only the few new QSOs
>>> that you need to upload.
>>>
>>> 73,
>>> Gary AL9A
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> -
>>
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