Multiple profiles for different QTHs

[KZ3L]

Hello, all. I'm new to the forum and a relatively recent Log4OM user. Like many of you, I also use LoTW, eQSL, and QRZ.com.

We are getting ready to move to a new permanent QTH in another state in the U.S. I've built a new profile/configuration in Log4OM by cloning the original and changing the location data, created another "Station Location" in LoTW and a second account in eQSL, and configured the Log4OM external log settings in the new profile to access those accordingly.

One thing that I find confusing, which is the reason for this post, is whether or not I can keep everything in one logbook database. I like being able to search a call sign to see if I've worked the person before, regardless of my location, so having a single database covering both the old and the new QTH is preferred.

However, if I keep everything in one logbook, how can I distinguish between contacts made from my old QTH (old profile) and my new one? Will QSOs logged under the old profile (and QTH) be inadvertently uploaded into the location and account identified in the new profile, or does Log4OM know to keep them separate?

Thanks in advance!

73,
Kevin KZ3L

[G4POP]

Because of the powerful sort and search facilities in Log4OM it is possible to differentiate between your QSO's by your location, call signs, power levels, aerials etc. etc. when all QSO's are contained in a single database.

You can use these 'Search parameters' everywhere except in the 'statics and awards' facility but that will hopefully change with Version 2.

I have one database for all of my calls and different QTH configurations which includes changes of call sign, QTH, /P & /M operation, I only use a separate database and configuration for my special event and club operations.

[KZ3L]

Thank you, Terry. I've played with the display options and am able to distinguish between my QTHs with no difficulty.

But how well does this integrate with external logs? Does Log4OM know which profile to use per QSO when uploading to LoTW or eQSL, for original upload and later synchronization?

[G4POP]

But how well does this integrate with external logs? Does Log4OM know which profile to use per QSO when uploading to LoTW or eQSL, for original upload and later synchronization?

Automatic upoads to the online logbooks like eqsl, QRZ etc will use the currently selected configuration data

e.g.
If I use the configuration for my G6CNQ call it will automatically upload all new QSO's using the data entered in that configuration.

Similarly if I revert to my G4POP call configuration it will automatically upload all new QSO's using the data entered in that configuration.

Manual uploads to LOTW etc it will also use the data that you entered in the current configuration relevant for LOTW Tqsl certs etc but you can select the appropriate QSO's to be uploaded using the 'search parameters' and selections we provide. Manual downloads from LOTW etc will update the correct QSO's

[KZ3L]

Thank you, Terry. It sounds like I don't have anything to worry about, as long as I ensure the correct current profile is active.

I assume updates to QSL status (sent/received) will use a QSO's original profile and its associated external log settings to retrieve that information, too?

[G4POP]

I assume updates to QSL status (sent/received) will use a QSO's original profile and its associated external log settings to retrieve that information, too?

Yes manual updates and also downloaded updates that you do in our QSL manager for LOTW will just select the QSO based on Call, Band, Frequency, Mode, Date and time and update only the QSL status and is not dependant on the profile (Configuration) in use at the time of the QSO. You must however ensure that all your call signs are linked at LOTW.

EQsl relies on the call, password and nickname to select what QSO's are downloaded so either also link the calls at eqsl or use the correct call, password and nickname when downloading. Again Log4OM will just select the QSO based on Call, Band, Frequency, Mode, Date and time and update only the QSL status and is not dependant on the profile (Configuration) in use at the time of the QSO.

[KZ3L]

Sounds great! Thanks again for the help.

73,
Kevin KZ3L