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🏁 Contest Simulator

Realistic contest environment with pileups and competition scenarios

🏆 What is Morse Runner?

Morse Runner provides realistic CW contest simulation with authentic pileup conditions, contest-specific exchanges, and professional scoring systems. Train for major contests like CQ WW CW and CQ WPX CW with realistic operating conditions.

🎯 Contest Features

🌍 CQ World Wide CW

  • Exchange: RST + CQ Zone (01-40)
  • Multipliers: DXCC Countries + CQ Zones
  • Scoring: Same country=0pts, continent=1pt, different=3pts
  • Realistic callsigns: Worldwide amateur stations
  • Zone database: Accurate geographic mapping

🏃 CQ WPX CW

  • Exchange: RST + Serial Number (auto-increment)
  • Multipliers: Unique call sign prefixes
  • Scoring: Same/same continent=1pt, different=3pts
  • Prefix tracking: Real-time multiplier detection
  • Serial management: Automatic numbering system

📻 CW Macros System

  • CQ: "CQ CQ TEST [CALLSIGN] [CALLSIGN]"
  • QRZ: "QRZ?" for who's calling
  • Exchange: Contest-appropriate exchange
  • My Call: Your callsign only
  • AGN: "AGN?" for repeats
  • TU: "TU QRZ?" to finish and continue

⚙️ Contest Settings

  • Contact Limit: 50-500 contacts or unlimited
  • Speed Control: Fixed speed or range (15-40 WPM)
  • Station Activity: 1-5 simultaneous calling stations
  • Call Frequency: Low/Medium/High/Contest activity
  • Difficulty: Beginner to Expert levels

🚀 How to Use Contest Simulator

📋 Operating Instructions

  1. Select contest type: CQ WW CW or CQ WPX CW
  2. Configure settings: Speed, activity level, contact limit
  3. Enter your callsign: Used for exchanges and scoring
  4. Start contest: Begin with CQ or wait for callers
  5. Use macros: Function keys for fast responses
  6. Log contacts: Complete exchanges automatically logged
  7. Track score: Real-time points and multipliers

🎯 Contest Strategy

🏃 Pileup Management
  • Work the fastest: Quick, accurate exchanges
  • Use partial calls: Work stations by suffix when busy
  • Keep rhythm: Steady, consistent pace
  • Clear frequency: Send "QRZ?" to continue
  • Stay focused: Don't get overwhelmed by multiple callers
📊 Scoring Strategy
  • New multipliers: Priority for new countries/zones/prefixes
  • Rate vs. mults: Balance contact rate with multipliers
  • Band planning: Different strategies for different bands
  • Time management: Peak hours vs. quiet periods
  • Accuracy first: Correct exchanges prevent penalties

🏆 Training Benefits

💪 Skills Development

Mental Skills:
  • Copy CW while under pressure
  • Make quick decisions in pileups
  • Maintain concentration over long periods
  • Handle multiple simultaneous signals
Operating Skills:
  • Efficient contest operating procedures
  • Proper exchange formats
  • Strategic frequency management
  • Professional contest station operation
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