New CWLab04 Download Page : It Sends and Receives CW and CCW!
NEW: Changed January 2008: This page has the instructions for downloading CWLab04R1.zip and CWLab04R1.z01
plus the documentation for CWLab04

Figure below is that of the WN2A/AK2F Beacon being received. 

Scrrenshot

Here it is and it's

A new Windows Xp program for Receiving and Sending CW and CCW . This program is a major improvement over the previous versions. Many new features and several bug-fixes are included. Uses Labview DSP/soundcard capabilities. To install this program please follow these steps:

Suggest you print out and follow STEPS 1-5.  Download Links are in the Table below.

1) Download file "CWLab04.pdf" AND "CWLab04_Hardware.pdf. Read both using Adobe Acrobat Reader (or any pdf reader) and print.

NOTE: Installation Procedure is changed so to allow for smaller size files, and somewhat easier downloading.

2) Download files "CWLab04R1.zip" and "CWLab04R1.z01" files into the some temporary folder on your HD (like C:\temp).
    Total Size: approx 15M.
    Use WinZip (10.0+) and click on "CWLab04R1.zip file" to extract files "SETUP.EXE"  and "DATA.001" .
    Save these to same temporary folder, i.e.  C:\temp.
    (You can delete these (4) four files in the temporary folder later, after program installation)

3) Double-click on "SETUP.EXE". This will install program and support files into folder C:\CWLab04, by    
    default. Continue installation until "CWLab04R Installation was successful". Click again to install Labview          
   Runtime Engine 6.0. This will install itself, then click "Finish". The installation program creates its own        
   Shortcut  on the Start Menu .  Click this to Shortcut (CWLab04r) to start program.

4) The SETUP window allows you to choose OPERATE or  DEMO. Clicking "OPERATE" will run the program from the soundcard inputs , the "DEMO" gets its input from Wav files.  TX operation is available on the "OP" mode.  You can also elect to run only receive (RX) by unclicking the "TX Window".

5) Now go ahead and delete the (4) files from step 2.

Sorry the installation procedure is so awkward..... (Future Linux version will hopefully be much better!)
Please E-mail me (link at bottom) any comments/questions.

Download Table:

File/Description Name     File Links
 Notes:
Zipped Installation File CWLab04R1.zip
CWLab04R1.z01
 CWLab04R1.zip

CWLab04R1.z01
 See STEPS 2-5 above.
Interim Instructions CWLab04.pdf CWLab04.pdf
Interim Hardware Info CWLab04 Hardware.pdf CWLab04_Hardware.pdf

New Alternate Download 12 Jan 08 :  Some CWLab04 Users have noted problems with ZIP files.
NO ZIPPED FILES.Total of 13 files, overall size ~15.3 Meg. Each file<1.44 Meg.
Download these to c:\tmp ,Omit step#2 above, then follow procedure (Steps 3,4,5) to install.
You can still C:\tmp can be deleted after installation if you wish.  

Hams: I Need some Feedback on this new install. See my e-mail below---TNX In Advance!
New 12 Jan 08 Download Table:
File/Description: Name:
 File Links
 Notes:
Installation Files SETUP.EXE
DATA.001
DATA.002
DATA.003
DATA.004
DATA.005
DATA.006
DATA.007
DATA.008
DATA.009
DATA.010
DATA.011
DATA.012		 SETUP.EXE
DATA.001
DATA.002
DATA.003
DATA.004
DATA.005
DATA.006
DATA.007
DATA.008
DATA.009
DATA.010
DATA.011
DATA.012		 Just Download all 13 Files

to C:\tmp, then

See STEPS 3-5 above.

No Unzipping.


Some  Notes:

1) A preliminary soundcard interface circuit is in  CWLab04_Hardware.pdf. A direct connection to your receiver audio output to the soundcard input is all that is necessary OR the soundcard output can be  converted to a "hard-key"line or can be ported to microphone input.
 
2) Bug-Reports-gratefully accepted. Suggestions as well. More for CW and CCW to follow!

While there are no programs (that I have seen) that can outdo the seasoned CW operator, this is meant to be an adjunct to your CW operating, not to replace it. Just get on the air and enjoy CW QSO's with it! The CCW mode is quite effective. With a noisy signal, (one that is an effort to copy over a period of time), the CCW mode is impressive . The Transmitting station only needs to send at 12 WPM accurately.

 
Author assumes no responsibility for the use or misuse of this program.
It is to be used "as-is" and absolutley NO liability is assumed from its use or mis-use.
 

Revised Jan 2008