Paper Log To The Rescue!!!

[@GraymanPOTA]

If you have any questions, please drop them in the comments below. 😊👇👇

[@axandio]

Knowing how it works helps.

[@K3JRZOnTheAir]

Nice work busting through the issue! 73!

[@GraymanPOTA]

Thank you and thank you for watching.

[@KB9VBRAntennas]

I use the windows version so I can't speak to the other platforms, but I found an issue where the program seemingly 'locks up': every function works with the exception of the Save key. This happens when you start to put something into the Park Number field and then backspace to erase it. The program is expecting you complete the park number so it can validate it. But instead you get caught in a loop and can't save. I've found that if you put in a dummy park like K-0000 you can overcome this bug, save the record, and then go back and edit out the dummy information. Great video , keep up the good work.

[@GraymanPOTA]

That was the same issue I was having with the iOS version, I will try to put in a dummy park next time and see how that responds. I am not an expert in programming, but I believe the program is the same code for all platforms. It is wrapped in a virtual app that is the interface between the application code and the OS. That way the look, feel, and operation of the application is the same between all platforms.

[@KB9VBRAntennas]

@@GraymanPOTA Watching you log in the video, I had a feeling that was the issue. I was sensing the same frustrations. It took a bit of field troubleshooting to figure that problem out. I love Hamrs for its simplicity, but it is starting to stagnate. I know that 'life gets in the way' and personal projects need to take a back burner. My only wish is for the app to be rock solid and do what it does really well, and not try to add a bunch of bells and whistles.

[@GraymanPOTA]

@@KB9VBRAntennas I echo your sentiment. I love the program for the simplicity and portability of it. I did wish there was a simple way to automagically capture FT8 and other digital contacts.

[@KS0JD]

Nice Save! I always carry a Rite in the rain note pad and pen in my go everywhere bag. You never know when you are going to need it. 73

[@GraymanPOTA]

The last time I had an issue with HAMRS, I started carrying a notebook with me.

[@Gingahbreadman98]

It's always cool watching Ham videos and hearing callsigns you know making HF contacts

[@GraymanPOTA]

I know what you are saying. I got a bit giddy when I heard @KB9VBRAntennas on the air for the first time last week. I bought my first VHF/UHF antenna from him almost 10 years ago and I have been watching his videos ever since.

[@Gingahbreadman98]

@GraymanPOTA I know Sergio KC1RBY, he checks into the CT 2m traffic net pretty frequently. Cool to hear him on the air with you in this video

[@MeOnTech]

Nice recovery

[@o2bnov0307]

I'm getting my gear together for a Saturday morning activation (1230 UTC +/-) at Govt Canyon, K-3503. I'm going to be using the vertical whip with my TR-25 QRP rig, a 3Ah LIFEPO4 battery, and RG-316 coax. The antenna works great with the FT-891, so I am hoping for a good operation with the TR-25. I always have used an "old school" Composition Book as a logbook. Wide lines. Nice paper. I use a #2 pencil. I transcribe it into HAMRS when I get back home. I am a recent subscriber, and I want to thank you for your videos. Great work! 73 de David AE4LH

[@GraymanPOTA]

Thank you for subscribing. I will put your call in HamAlert and hopefully be able to work you during your activation.

[@o2bnov0307]

@@GraymanPOTA Thank you! I’m watching “Defining Victory”.

[@axandio]

Simple fix. TURN OFF THE LOOKUPS so when you lose the cell signal, you can still use it just fine.

[@GraymanPOTA]

I hear you, but that was an urban park and I had 5G UW access. I don’t think that the problem was a lack of connectivity.

[@axandio]

@@GraymanPOTA Does sound unlikely. I enjoy the lookups myself...but they do cause lag in comnectivity is lost.

[@theramblingsoflarry9290]

I used HMRS for the first time and I am not coordinated enough to use ham radio and computer I like the paper log book

[@GraymanPOTA]

I prefer electronic logging so I only have to enter it one time. Since I am a “hunt and peck” typist, I can do it pretty quickly with one hand. Thank you for watching.

[@barryconstant]

MinneSnowda made me chuckle

[@GraymanPOTA]

You saw my reaction. I try to find funnies like that to put in the videos. Thank you for watching.

[@barryconstant]

73's VA3Fat @@GraymanPOTA

[@Bluecollarham]

HAMRS has been doing this very same thing across my iphone, iPad and windows laptop…. Super unstable…. I’ve been using HRD and paper logs these days 😅 Great video !

[@GraymanPOTA]

Thank you for watching. The iPad is the only platform that I have had issues with, but to be fair, I use the iPad the most.

[@edschroer613]

Golden Nugget decal

[@GraymanPOTA]

I am a big fan of their channel.

[@KENNETHHERREN]

When you use the paper log do you put the time of the contact in your paper log? I have found a lot of contacts want conformation on QRZ. The last time I was at K-10274 I had my laptop on the entire time five hours mor or less and the battery went to low power. My 40amh battery was only down 25% I could use an idea to keep my lap top running longer. WQ9V

[@GraymanPOTA]

Not for every QSO. I will try to get the time jotted down every 3 or 4 QSOs if I am running them quickly. I tend to record every activation just so I can go back and listen to a QSO in case I copied a callsign wrong,

[@dannydivine7699]

Do you not have a notepad app, or a spreadsheet app to use as a backup on your computer??

[@GraymanPOTA]

That is not a bad idea. I had a hard time reading my chicken scratch when I was transferring the contacts over from the paper log to upload to the POTA site.

[@Steven_VE9SY]

Love the vids, but I find the music a bit loud and it some what drowns you and the radio out. Could just be I'm a deaf old man too!

[@WR3ND]

Music is a bit loud to hear what you're saying easily.

[@ae4xo]

nope. never have felt like it was reliable

[@GraymanPOTA]

That was not the first time I have had issues with HAMRS.

[@ae4xo]

nothing is fool proof though. Even the pen will dry up in the go bag lol @@GraymanPOTA

[@KuehncIncorporated]

My HAMRS app on Android lost everything today. Profile and logs are bit bucket toast. Appears to be a common occurring problem.

[@ae4xo]

Kb4joy lost over 450 contacts as well. She isn't happy about it

[@GraymanPOTA]

@@ae4xoI bet that feels like a gut punch. especially as an activator. Since I am always recording when I activate for KZbin content, hopefully I would at least have something to fallback on if I lost my log.