| G3RCE |
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2012-10-19 | |
| Brilliant |
Time Owned: more than 12 months. |
I had a problem when connecting up my K3 for the first time today,
A quick email to Don and within 10 mins I had a fix from him, quite amazing.
I should have checked the FAQs first of all.
Superb programme, thoroughly recommended for Macs.
73
Rob G3RCE |
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| N1PD |
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2012-07-10 | |
| Best Logger out there |
Time Owned: more than 12 months. |
| I am a DXer. I rarely do anything else and always on HF. I originally used a paid logger for windows and when I got my Mac I went on the hunt for a logger for OSX. Found Maclogger and have never looked back. I am a retired computer professional and I really appreciate what Don has done to create a logging program that is usable to all users of all experiences. I converted my log using ADIF (about 5k contacts) with almost no problems. Whenever I have a question, Don is always there within hours if not minutes to help. I found a small issue with rig control for my Omni VII and told Don and in about an hour he had a mod that fixed the problem. I have NEVER had this good support for any piece of software. Buy Macloggerdx, you will not be disappointed. |
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| VK6RK |
Rating:      |
2012-07-10 | |
| Superb product |
Time Owned: more than 12 months. |
I had lots of issues getting it running at first, Don was extremely helpful even though I was my own worst enemy!.
He responds so quickly to questions, I was amazed to get service like that these days. I still have a problem with rig control but that has proved to be the failure of the Uart on the RS232 port on my FTdx9000D, not the software. If I can ever justify sending 40 kgs of radio half way around the world to get it fixed I will be able to enjoy the full benefits of the program on my Yaesu. It works perfectly with my IC9100. thanks for your patience with me Don ! |
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| N1MIE |
Rating:      |
2012-07-10 | |
| Frequently Updated |
Time Owned: more than 12 months. |
| The author continually updates this package for new hardware, additional features, and more. I use it exclusively on my base station. |
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| K0ACP |
Rating:      |
2012-07-09 | |
| If you run MacOS, then it has to be MacLoggerDX |
Time Owned: more than 12 months. |
I have tried a number of different logging programs, and if you are going to run MacOS, then MacLoggerDX is the ONLY choice. The software is first rate, and support by Don is 2nd to none. I have been using the software since 2008 and can honestly say that for all around logging, it is top notch. Questions posted to the support forum (Yahoo) gets an answer within minutes if not hours.
I can honestly say that this has been one of the best value investments that I have made from either software or ham purchases.
As an EE with 30+ years in hardware and software product development, I can appreciate the work that Don has put into this product. If you find a better value, go for it, my guess and vote is that you will end up making the same call I did, MacLoggerDX.
73,
Art
K0ACP |
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| WU9B |
Rating:      |
2012-07-09 | |
| Best Logging Experience for OS X |
Time Owned: more than 12 months. |
I was first licensed in 1968. I bought my first Macintosh in 1984. I rolled my own logging programs back in the day using the Filemaker data base app. I had looked at other logging solutions all along as I never had the time to create anything elegant.
Like many hams, I am frugal (cheap). But I am always willing to invest in products that are well done like Apple Computers, the Elecraft K Line and Dog Park Software.
In 2006 I bought my first copy of MacLoggerDX. The author continuously updates the software while providing superior technical support and expertise via timely emails and the MacLoggerDX Yahoo Groups Forums. I know the software will work with future versions of Mac OS X including the soon to be released Mountain Lion and beyond.
The documentation is concise, the feature set is rich, the graphics are jaw dropping and the speed is sensational. I have tried the rest but I continue to use the best. |
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| K2NP |
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2012-07-09 | |
| This is the reason I use my Mac for ham radio |
Time Owned: more than 12 months. |
When I started back into Ham Radio in 2010, I was using HamRadio Deluxe for Windows. It was good, and I loved the integration with DM-780 for PSK-31 work. I really like my Mac though and downloaded a copy of MacLoggerDX.
I can't say it was love at first download. I had some problems with the CAT interface on my IC-7000 that caused MacLoggerDX to report 'Radio Disconnected'. When I asked the author about my issue, he was polite and very helpful and got me squared away in no time. It turns out this was well documented on the site, and I had just missed it.
The integration with the radio is very good and the spotting features work as well as I could hope. The user interface is well thought out and intuitive to even the novice user. I have not done a lot of contests with this application, but the few that I have done were supported out of the box by MLDX.
My biggest complaint with the Mac and Ham Radio is the lack of digital mode software that is on par with the quality of MLDX. I certainly can't fault MLDX for that though. Despite the shortcomings of the other Mac Ham applications, I keep coming back to MLDX because it is such a well written and supported application. |
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| K8OI |
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2012-07-09 | |
| Great - It works the way you would "expect" it should |
Time Owned: 0 to 3 months. |
I wrote a brief post on my blog -> http://kj4wlh.blogspot.com/
MacLoggerDX & CocoaModem - IC-9100 & MacBook Air => A GREAT Combination!
Mac Logger DX does what you think it does - it does logging. You know what else it does? It interfaces DIRECTLY to my IC-9100 through the USB cable using the native "serial" interface provided by the transceiver :) That makes me VERY happy! Oh, it also has the 9100 CAT command set built in, which means it knows how to address and read the data from the transceiver without ANY effort on my part. Lazy, Impatience, and Hubris - 3 of my favorite traits...
Since most of the "other" logging programs tend to lag behind transceiver releases, that meant the author of MacLoggerDX was actually keeping the program UP to DATE!!! Whoa! You mean that I don't have to change my IC-9100's CI-V ID to look like a 7600 for it to work? That's when I realized that the program is actually under constant development, not vaporware development but REAL updates. I can't think of too many applications in the Amateur Radio space where that is common.
cocoaModem does the "other" thing that I use a computer to do with a transceiver - PSK31 :) Oh, and guess what - IT ALSO found the IC-9100 sound card and uses the MacLoggerDX for keying (PTT)! That's right, between both of those programs, I don't need a single 3rd party piece of hardware or software - they just work together...
As a reference point, I've used HRD Logbook for a couple of years and it's definitely a good program too. I'd rank it a 4 compared to this, simply due to the years of no-development/support (like the IC-9100 issue) - I know that's changed, but that's where I am today.
So, if you've got a Mac and you're looking for a native logging application that integrates well, is intuitive, well maintained, well supported, and handles legacy (meaning old!) and new transceivers - this app is for you.
My negative comment is mixed. Unfortunately, the author has provided the ability to integrate Applescript scripts with the product. The upside is that I can do pretty much anything that I can think of programmatically. The downside is that "I" can do pretty much anything that I can think of programmatically. :)
When an app "gives" you the ability to code your own logic, the burden of making something happen doesn't just fall on the author anymore! Like I said, it's a mixed comment - I'd sure like to have every feature/whim added by e-mail request; but I know that's not exactly reasonable!
73 de KJ4WLH
Oh, final comment - spent the $$ and just enjoy an app that works the way it should - I mean, you do OWN a Mac, right? |
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| N9IJ |
Rating:      |
2012-07-09 | |
| Best of OSX logger offerings. |
Time Owned: more than 12 months. |
After many years using Windows loggers I left the MS lemmings and went Mac. I have tried most of the Mac offerings for ham radio and bought a few.
MacLoggerDX, while not the "do everything" logger is , by far, the best with all the needed features I can ask for while maintaining my 21,000+ QSO log. I find it surpasses all of the Windows offerings for stability and the GUI more than meets my needs.
MacLoggerDX's author provides excellent support and is active in the apps support groups. He considers the impact a new feature will have on overall function and support of his apps before throwing it out to users. Both MacLoggerDX and MacDoppler are reliable, clean, and flow well.
I highly recommend MacLoggerDX as a quality product, well worth the cost. |
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| KK8ZZ |
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2012-07-09 | |
| Anazing, friendly program! |
Time Owned: more than 12 months. |
Over the past few years, I've probably spent several hundred dollars on various logging and spotting programs in the Windows environment, each claiming to solve all hams' software problems, but let's face it, they all look like 20-year old DOS displays, are tedious to set up, and in the end, just aren't fun to use (ham radio is supposed to be fun, remember?)
Now there's MacLoggerDX... I downloaded a trial copy on the iMac and was absolutely amazed by the incredible depth of graphics and ease of use that MacLoggerDX offers. Whoever coded this beast certainly made FULL use of the OSX environment, and after a little browsing through the manual (you DO have to learn to use all the depth of features, after all) I'm completely satisfied with the $95 investment made on this great logger and QSO/DX tool. Take a look at the 3-D maps, and you'll fall in love. Connect to a local DX cluster node and watch the stations roll in.... click on the one you like, and the program automatically switches the radio to that station's reported frequency. The beam heading and distance to the station is shown, as well as any available operator information and even the full color flag of the station's nation. The more you play, the more you uncover. In a world of clumky Windows logger wanna-bes, MacLoggerDX on OSX macs (or cheap Mac Minis) makes band openings and DX contacts fun. Finally..... de KK8ZZ (oh yeah... free updates too....) |
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