Contest Simulator Guide - Morse Trainer Pro | Morse Runner CW Competition Training

🏆 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
Band Conditions: QRN, QRM, Flutter, QSB simulation
Audio Settings: Pitch, volume, and noise level control

🎓 Training Assistance

Auto-fill Callsign: Automatically fills in the calling station's callsign
Auto-fill Exchange: Automatically fills in the expected exchange
Show Station Info: Displays details about calling stations
Professional Mode: All assistance disabled for realistic training
Learning Mode: Assistance enabled for educational purposes

🚀 How to Use Contest Simulator

📋 Operating Instructions

Select contest type: CQ WW CW or CQ WPX CW
Configure settings: Speed, activity level, contact limit
Enter your callsign: Used for exchanges and scoring
Start contest: Begin with CQ or wait for callers
Use macros: Function keys for fast responses
Log contacts: Complete exchanges automatically logged
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

🏆 Contest Leaderboards

🏆 Professional League

Elite competition for serious operators training without any assistance

No auto-fill callsign assistance
No auto-fill exchange assistance
No station information displayed
Pure contest simulation environment
Rankings based on authentic skills

🎓 Training Assistance League

Learning-focused competition with training aids enabled

Auto-fill assistance enabled
Station information displayed
Educational support features
Skill development focused
Separate rankings for fair competition

League Assignment: Your contest results are automatically placed in the appropriate league based on your training assistance settings during the contest. This ensures fair competition among operators using similar tools and approaches.

🏆 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