Hi Joe and those following the HamScope/MMTTY threads, I have been trying the HamScope (v.1.55) interface on and off for a couple of months now. Though a neat front end for MMTTY it does not always do automatic logging. That is, the 'Log It' button fails to work, hence no data passed from the HamScope/MMTTY combination to DXbase.
The failure to 'Log It' just happens, I can not find a way to duplicate the problem, other then sometimes leave the interface alone, go get a coffee and come back to find it simple does not work anymore. If I remember from a previous posting I am not alone with this problem. Also the 'Log It' button does not allow consecutive entries to DXbase. You still have to press F10 to update the record in the logging s/w between contacts while in HamScope. This can be a real pain, if you forget to do this step contacts are missed. The idea of HamScope is great, just not reliable combination with DXbase, at least at my station. I don't know the software mechanics of how to have MMTTY and DXbase talk to each other, but there is no doubt that Jack has the best understanding of his own program. It does not seem like an unfair request to ask for a direct MMTTY interface. If not MMTTY perhaps a direct RTTY (or other modes) interface of Jack's choice for use of sound cards and terminal units. Also with the premium value put on the computer desktop real estate these days, it makes sense to have only DXbase do the hosting and not put extra program boxes on a screen. There are those that wish to export and import logs from one program to another, but this is not practical for everyone either. Regards, Eric - VE3GSI. -----Original Message----- From: Joseph Glockner I just downloaded the latest version of Hamscope and the MMTTY engine. And, very nicely, logged a CW QSO, PSK31 QSO, RTTY QSO, and MFSK16 QSO. ALL of the modes worked perfectly and were "logged straight into DXbase2006" from Hamscope. The setup worked just like it should have - with no problems seen at all. The logging interface between Hamscope and DXbase2006 picked up the correct mode and the selection of each of the DX Call, Name, and RST from the Rcve window worked just like "up-town"!! Since the MMTTY (RTTY mode) is already available within the Hamscope program (by simply downloading the MMTTY "engine" and saving it into the Hamscope's directory), there really is no need to have "another" MMTTY program made by Jack.. This one (Hamscope) is absolutely cheery! 73 de Joe WA6AXE
