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Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.506 (October 16, 2024)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.   Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

  • Migrated to the latest release of .NET Framework version 4.7 and new development tools.
  • Updated / Fixed
    • Updated the EiBi shortwave database.
    • Improved some low level functions

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.502 (August 15, 2024)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

  • Added XBox controller support.
  • Updated / Fixed
    • Updated the EiBi shortwave database.

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.500 (July 26, 2024)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

  • Updated / Fixed
    • There was an error for the AL macro command for the IC-7300.  Fixed
    • Added a delay command for macros. This is documented in the manual or the macro help file.
    • Digi-Sel macro now works properly.
    • There is no longer a need to manually configure HRDLogbook.exe
    • The SWR Meter was not going back to zero after transmit.
    • Updated the EiBi shortwave database.

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.480 (May 31, 2024)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

  • Updated / Fixed
    • A high SWR function was added.  When the SWR gets over 2.0 then an indicator (can’t miss it in yellow) is displayed showing “High SWR”.  To clear this indicator just click on it.
    • Updated the EiBi shortwave database.

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.476 (April 12, 2024)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

  • Updated / Fixed
    • There was an error using HRDSatTrack.exe where the Doppler shifts were not working.
    • Is is no longer necessary to not use special characters in the ClubLog password field.

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.474 (March 25, 2024)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

  • New: Added support for the SDRPlay RSP1B
  • Updated / Fixed
    • Updated the EiBi shortwave database
    • Some general low level improvements to spectrum smoothing

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.470 (January 12, 2024)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

  • Updated / Fixed
    • Updated the EiBi shortwave database
    • Some general low level improvements

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.466 (November 19, 2023)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

  • New:  Added the ability to use a Paddle with a WinKey for remote CW. For more information please see this.
  • Updated / Fixed
    • Updated the EiBi shortwave database
    • Added new macros for managing notch filters etc.

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.460 (October 5, 2023)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

  • Updated / Fixed
    • Updated the EiBi shortwave database
    • Improved the performance of the application (CPU usage) when using the Icom Remote Utility.  (factor of 3-4 times)
  • Notes:
    • If you are visually impaired you will need to enable Speech in the Tools, Settings menu.  However, if this is the first time using the program, wait for the prompt and you can enable speech immediately.

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.450 (July 7, 2023)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

  • Updated / Fixed
    • Updated the RIT/XIT control to allow clicking on a digit for faster updating.
  • Notes:
    • If you are visually impaired you will need to enable Speech in the Tools, Settings menu.  However, if this is the first time using the program, wait for the prompt and you can enable speech immediately.

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.450 (May 7, 2023)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

  • Updated / Fixed
    • Various fixes for accessibility (Save settings, Break in)
    • Updated the EiBi shortwave database
  • Notes:
    • If you are visually impaired you will need to enable Speech in the Tools, Settings menu.  However, if this is the first time using the program, wait for the prompt and you can enable speech immediately.

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.446 (March 23, 2023)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

  • New:
    • Added accessibility for the visually impaired to the Input Output menu 
  • Updated / Fixed
    • The CW terminal messages were not working.
  • Notes:
    • If you are visually impaired you will need to enable Speech in the Tools, Settings menu.  However, if this is the first time using the program, wait for the prompt and you can enable speech immediately.

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.444 (February 16, 2023)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

  • New:
    • Added keyboard entry of the VFO A frequency. To use this function, press Control Shift V to focus in the VFO A box and then press it again to enter the frequency.  Press enter when done
    • Added the Speech Speed function in Tools, Settings
    • Added the Control W keystroke command to announce the SWR while transmitting
    • Added the CW terminal to the accessibility capabilities.
  • Updated / Fixed
    • There were several improvements to the voice synthesis.
    • Settings form had some controls speech enabled even if the Speech was off
    • Updated the EiBi shortwave database.
    • Various low level fixes.
  • Notes:
    • If you are visually impaired you will need to enable Speech in the Tools, Settings menu.  However, if this is the first time using the program, wait for the prompt and you can enable speech immediately.

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.442 (January 21, 2023)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

  • Updated
    • There were several improvements to the voice synthesis.
    • The CW messages window now restricts message length to 30 characters.
    • The RC-28 now works correctly with the IC-9700.
  • Notes:
    • If you are visually impaired you will need to enable Speech in the Tools, Settings menu.  However, if this is the first time using the program, wait for the prompt and you can enable speech immediately.

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.440 (January 7, 2023)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

  • New
    • Added voice synthesis to all of the controls in the Main control screen, Frequency Memories screen and the CW Messages screen.  Please read the documentation for this by opening Help, Accessibility in the program.
  • Fixed
    • The ClubLog window stopped working due to some changes at the ClubLog site.
  • Notes:
    • If you are visually impaired you will need to enable Speech in the Tools, Settings menu.  However, if this is the first time using the program, wait for the prompt and you can enable speech immediately.

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.436 (January 1, 2023)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

  • New
    • Added voice annunciation to all of the controls in the Main control screen, Frequency Memories screen and the CW Messages screen.  Please read the documentation for this by opening Help, Accessibility in the program.
  • Fixed
    • The ClubLog window stopped working due to some changes at the ClubLog site.
  • Notes:
    • If you are visually impaired you will need to enable Speech in the Tools, Settings menu.

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.432 (October 17, 2022)

Installation: Please see previous version

Fixed

  • On return from transmit, the IQ spectrum from the IC-7610 did not display.

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.430 (October 16, 2022)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

  • New
    • Added an updated spectrum averaging method for the SDRPlay display
  • Fixed
    • Various items
  • Notes:
    • Although the code for managing the remote PreAmps in the 9700 is present, a firmware issue in the 9700 makes it inoperable.  Set it up using the radio itself by band.

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.422 (August 6, 2022)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

  • New
    • Added the Scroll modes for the Icom  Panadapters
  • Fixed
    • In certain cases, the CW terminal was not loading the previous CW Speed when used with a WinKey.
    • Fixed a meter border which became an ellipse for unknown reasons.
  • Notes:
    • Although the code for managing the remote PreAmps in the 9700 is present, a firmware issue in the 9700 makes it inoperable.  Set it up using the radio itself by band.
    • After considering having a control for Drive Gain, it was decided to not include this in the control program since the potential for damaging external amps is real.

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.414 (May 30, 2022)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

  • Fixed
    • Some systems had a fixed 1 minute Spot Age in the ClubLog module.  This has been fixed.

What’s New, Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.412 (May 17, 2022)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

  • New
    • Added two new macros.  INC+ and INC-.  These can be assigned to the F1 and F2 function key macros which can then be used with the Icom RC-28 Jog controller to increase and decrease the tuning increment.
  • Fixed
    • There were issues with the IC-9700, IC7100 and IC-705 with the RC-28.  These have been fixed.
    • The IC-9700 was reporting a Vdd voltage that was too low.
  • Updated
    • The EiBi database was updated
  •  

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.410 (April 7, 2022)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

New

  • Added support for the Icom RC-28 Jog controller.  Be sure to open the Tools, Settings, Keyboard and controllers tab and enable the RC-28.  A restart will be required. The Plus and Minus keys cycle the digits used for tuning.

Updated

  • The EiBi database was updated

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.402 (March 25, 2022)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

Updated

  • There were reports that version 1.400 was closing down on some systems.  This is related to the addition of the K-POD controller in the last release.  This version removes the offending code.  As an alternative, you can just turn off K-POD support in Tools, Settings, Keyboard and Controllers.

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.400 (March 19, 2022)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

New

  • Added support for the Elecraft K-POD. This is a jog wheel controller offering a frequency wheel and 8 buttons that correspond to the function key macros in Win4Icom. This controller maintains focus at all times on the Win4Icom application.  To use it simply plug it into your PC.  Pressing the + and – keys will change the frequency digit it operates on.

Updated

  • Updated the EiBi database
  • Added a “Heartbeat” to the ClubLog screen to prevent timeouts when open for long periods of time.

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.392 (February 16, 2022)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

Updated

  • Updated the EiBi database
  • Split for the Frequency Memories was not working for the IC-7300
  • DStar Repeater mode allowed less than 8 characters to be used for “My Call”
  • This release now works correctly for jog controllers that use the keyboard F9 and F10 keys

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.390 (January 7, 2022)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

New

  • Added 20 more macro buttons
  • Added support for the SDRPlay 3.09 API.  Notre you must download SDRUno and install it.
  • Added a “Sticky” comment for all records in the logbook.
  • Added a missing virtual radio command for setting RIT

Updated

  • Updated the EiBi database
  • Increased the size of the Frequency memory window.
  • Updated the function of the Reset button for the DSP PB.  It will now operate consistent with the radio when you use CW and are at bandwidths larger than 600Hz

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.388 (November 10, 2021)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

Updated

  • Fixed an issue with the 60 meter band button and foreign languages.

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.386 (October 26, 2021)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

Updated

  • Fixed an issue with the virtual radios not providing RF power values on transmit.

Note: There is currently an issue with displaying the macro help file. Please use the Help, User Manual menu in Win4Icom for the documentation.

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.384 (October 15, 2021)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

New

  • Added an automatic date update that uses the date on the PC.

Updated

  • Fixed an issue with this website when checking for new releases.
  • Fixed an issue with the IC-9700 preamp
  • Added a Transceive macro
  • Updated the EiBi shortwave database.

Note: There is currently an issue with displaying the macro help file. Please use the Help, User Manual menu in Win4Icom for the documentation.

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.382 (July4, 2021)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

Updated

  • If you use the Icom Remote Utility for network communications, you will want this update.  It improves reliability over slow WiFi links.
  • Now supports the 7850/51 latest firmware
  • Added the MN function (monitor) to the Macro capability in Win4Icom.
  • Improved network performance
  • Added missing 1.25m transverter
  • Updated the EiBi shortwave database.

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.380 (June 12, 2021)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

Updated

  • The Icom Remote Utility virtual com port has a bug which occasionally will lock up Win4Icom.  A work around has been found.

Installation and Release Notes: Version 1.374 (June 4, 2021)

Installation: Please just click on the downloaded file.  It will self extract and start the installation. It is best if you temporarily disable any antivirus software.  If you are using an AMD system, please logoff and logon after the installation.  The installation will be in a new folder and you can uninstall previous releases at any time using the Windows control panel.  If you receive an error concerning the c++ redistribution, please just continue.  Note if you keep your antivirus enabled you may get a false positive.  You can check the downloaded file at VirusTotal.com to ease any fears.

New

  • Updated some of the network error handling when used with the Icom Remote Utility.
  • Improved performance in certain functions.