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github_docs/en-AirScout-Integration.md

@@ -32,6 +32,8 @@ An account is required for this service. Please consider donating to Thomas –
 
 1. Start AirScout.
 2. Enter your OV3T feed account details (username, password, URL) in the AirScout settings.
+![AirscoutStep1](as_plane_feed_1.png)
+![AirscoutStep2](as_plane_feed_2.png)
 3. Test the connection.
 
 ### Step 2: Enable UDP Communication for KST4Contest
@@ -46,6 +48,9 @@ In AirScout, enable the UDP interface:
 In KST4Contest Preferences → **AirScout Settings**:
 - Enable AirScout communication
 - Leave IP and port at their default values (unless changed)
+![AirscoutStep3](as_plane_feed_3.png)
+
+
 
 ---
 

github_docs/en-Changelog.md

@@ -6,6 +6,8 @@ Version history of KST4Contest / PraktiKST.
 
 ---
 
+For the latest changelog, please refer to GitHub. The previous changelog is below.
+
 ## v1.263 (2025-06-08)
 **AirScout Communication and Login Name**
 

github_docs/en-Configuration.md

@@ -4,29 +4,36 @@
 
 After the first start, the **settings window** opens – this is the central starting point for all configuration. It is recommended to keep the settings window open during operation (e.g. to quickly toggle the beacon on and off).
 
-> **Important**: Always click **"Save Settings"** after any change! Settings are stored in `~/.praktikst/preferences.xml`. From v1.21 onwards, window sizes and divider positions are also saved when you click Save.
+> **Important**: Always click **"Save Settings"** after any change! Settings are stored in `~/.praktikst/preferences.xml` on Linux and in `%USERPROFILE%\.praktikst\preferences.xml` (or `C:\Users\<Username>\.praktikst\preferences.xml`) on Windows. From v1.21 onwards, window sizes and divider positions are also saved when you click Save.
 
 ---
 
 ## Station Settings
+![Station Settings](client_settings_window_station.png)
+### Login and Chat Categories
+
+Enter your ON4KST chat credentials here (callsign and password).
+Also, select the **primary chat category** (e.g., IARU Region 1 VHF/Microwave).
+
+With the option for a **second chat** (Multi-Channel Login), you can log in to another category simultaneously (e.g., UHF/SHF). Both chats will then be monitored in parallel. You can optionally specify a different login name for the second chat (useful for Opposite Station Multi-Callsign Logging).
 
 ### Callsign and Locator
 
-Enter your callsign and Maidenhead locator (6 characters, e.g. `JN49IJ`). These values are used for distance and direction calculations.
+Enter your own callsign and Maidenhead locator (6 characters, e.g., `JN49IJ`). These values are needed for distance and direction calculations.
 
 ### Active Bands
 
-Use the **"my station uses band"** checkboxes to select which bands you are active on. Only selected bands will show buttons and table rows in the user interface. A restart is required after changing these settings.
+Use the **"my station uses band"** checkboxes to select the active bands. Buttons and table rows will only appear in the user interface for selected bands. The software must be restarted after making changes.
 
 ### Antenna Beamwidth
 
-Enter a realistic value for your antenna's beamwidth (in degrees). This value is used for the [Sked Direction Highlighting](Features#sked-direction-highlighting). A test value of 50° has proven useful; DM5M uses Quads with 69°.
+Enter a realistic value for your antenna's beamwidth (in degrees). This value is used for the [Sked Direction Highlighting](Features#sked-direction-highlighting). A test value of 50° has proven effective; DM5M uses quads with 69°.
 
-> **Do not** enter fantasy values – the direction calculations will become meaningless.
+> **Do not** enter fantasy values – the direction calculations will become useless.
 
 ### Default Maximum QRB
 
-Maximum distance (in km) for which direction warnings should be triggered. A realistic value for DM5M is 900 km. Stations beyond this distance are ignored for highlighting purposes.
+Maximum distance (in km) for which direction warnings should be triggered. A realistic value for DM5M is 900 km. Stations farther away are ignored for highlighting purposes.
 
 ---
 
@@ -36,17 +43,21 @@ Two methods are available for automatically marking worked stations. Details: [L
 
 ### Universal File Based Callsign Interpreter (Simplelogfile)
 
-Interprets any log file using regex to find callsign patterns. No band information available. Suitable as a fallback or for unsupported logging programs.
+Interprets any log file using regex for callsign patterns. No band information is available. Suitable as a fallback or for log programs that are not directly supported.
 
 ### Network Listener for Logger's QSO UDP Broadcast
 
-**Recommended method.** KST4Contest listens for UDP packets sent by the logging software when saving a QSO. Stations are marked including band information. UDP port: default **12060**.
+**Recommended method.** KST4Contest listens for UDP packets sent by the logging software to the broadcast address when a QSO is saved. Stations are marked with band information. UDP port: default **12060**. (Used by UCXLog, N1MM+, QARTest, DXLog.net, etc.).
+
+### Win-Test Network Listener (Additional UDP Listener)
+
+A dedicated network listener for Win-Test. KST4Contest receives and processes Win-Test-specific UDP packets (including sked handovers) on the configured port.
 
 ---
 
 ## TRX Sync Settings
 
-Receives the current transceiver frequency from the logging software via UDP. Makes the `MYQRG` variable available automatically. Useful for:
+Receives the current transceiver frequency from the logging software via UDP. This enables the automatic population of the `MYQRG` variable. Useful for:
 
 - Quickly inserting your own QRG into chat messages.
 - Automatic CQ beacon with current frequency.
@@ -67,13 +78,13 @@ Three notification types are available:
 
 1. **Simple sounds**: TADA sound for incoming messages, tick for sked direction detection, etc.
 2. **CW announcement**: The callsign of a station sending a private message is output as a CW signal.
-3. **Phonetic announcement**: The callsign is spoken phonetically.
+3. **Phonetic announcement**: The callsign is pronounced phonetically.
 
 ---
 
 ## Shortcut Settings
 
-Configure quick-access buttons that appear directly in the main window. Clicking a button inserts the configured text into the send field. All [variables](Macros-and-Variables#variables) can be used.
+Configuration of quick-access buttons that appear directly in the main window. Clicking a button inserts the configured text into the send field. All [variables](Macros-and-Variables#variables) can be used.
 
 ---
 
@@ -93,9 +104,9 @@ If a callsign is selected in the user list, the snippet is addressed as a direct
 
 ## Beacon Settings
 
-Configure an automatic interval message in the public chat channel. Recommended: use the `MYQRG` variable in the text so the current frequency is always up to date. Interval and text are freely configurable.
+Configuration of an automatic interval beacon in the public chat channel. Recommended: use the `MYQRG` variable in the text so the current frequency is always up to date. Interval and text are freely configurable.
 
-> **Tip**: Enable the beacon while calling CQ and quickly disable it in the settings window when not calling.
+> **Tip**: Enable the beacon when calling CQ and quickly disable it in the settings window when not calling.
 
 ---
 
@@ -104,32 +115,32 @@ Configure an automatic interval message in the public chat channel. Recommended:
 New settings section with the following options:
 
 - **Auto-reply to all incoming messages**: Configurable automatic reply to private messages.
-- **Auto-reply with CQ QRG**: When someone asks for your frequency, KST4Contest automatically replies with the `MYQRG` variable content.
+- **Auto-reply with own CQ QRG**: When someone asks for your QRG, KST4Contest automatically replies with the content of the `MYQRG` variable.
-- **Default filter for the userinfo window**: Pre-configured message filter for the station info panel *(for Gianluca :-) )*.
+- **Default filter for the userinfo window**: Pre-configured message filter for the station info window *(for Gianluca :-) )*.
 
 ---
 
 ## Worked Station Database Settings
 
-Reset the internal worked database before each contest! Contains:
+Reset the internal worked database before each contest! It contains:
 
-- Worked status for all stations (per band)
+- Worked status of all stations (per band)
 - NOT-QRV tags (since v1.2)
 
-Use the **"Reinitialize"** button below the table. A planned feature is an automatic expiry time for the worked status.
+Use the **"Reinitialize"** button below the table. A planned feature is an automatic expiration time for the worked status.
 
 ---
 
 ## Dark Mode (from v1.26)
 
-Toggle via the menu: **Window → Use Dark Mode**. Colours can be individually customised via CSS.
+Toggle via the menu: **Window → Use Dark Mode**. The colors can be individually customized via CSS.
 
 ---
 
 ## Saving Settings
 
-Click **"Save Settings"** after **every** change! Without saving, all changes are lost on next start.
+Click **"Save Settings"** after **every** change! Without saving, all changes will be lost on the next start.
 
-- Storage location: `~/.praktikst/preferences.xml`
+- Storage location: `~/.praktikst/preferences.xml` on Linux and `%USERPROFILE%\.praktikst\preferences.xml` (or `C:\Users\<Username>\.praktikst\preferences.xml`) on Windows
 - From v1.21: Window sizes and divider positions are also saved.
-- If you encounter problems: delete the configuration file → KST4Contest creates a new one with default values.
+- If you encounter problems: delete the configuration file → KST4Contest will create a new one with default values.

github_docs/en-Home.md

@@ -12,14 +12,14 @@ Developed by **DO5AMF (Marc Fröhlich)**, operator at DM5M.
 
 | Page | Contents |
 |---|---|
-| [Installation](en-Installation) | Download, Java requirements, updates |
+| [Installation](en-Installation) | Download, Java requirements, update |
 | [Configuration](en-Configuration) | All settings in detail |
 | [Log Synchronisation](en-Log-Sync) | UCXLog, N1MM+, QARTest, DXLog.net, WinTest |
 | [AirScout Integration](en-AirScout-Integration) | Aircraft scatter detection |
 | [DX Cluster Server](en-DX-Cluster-Server) | Built-in DX cluster for your logging software |
 | [Features](en-Features) | All features at a glance |
 | [Macros and Variables](en-Macros-and-Variables) | Text snippets, shortcuts, variables |
-| [User Interface](en-User-Interface) | UI explained and how to operate it |
+| [User Interface](en-User-Interface) | UI explanation and operation |
 | [Changelog](en-Changelog) | Version history |
 
 ---

github_docs/en-Installation.md

@@ -4,23 +4,19 @@
 
 ## Prerequisites
 
-### Java
-
-KST4Contest is a Java application. A current **Java Runtime Environment (JRE)** is required. The recommended version is Java 17 or higher.
-
 ### ON4KST Account
 
-To use the chat client, you need a registered account with the ON4KST chat service:
+To use the chat, a registered account with the ON4KST chat service is required:
 
 - Register at: http://www.on4kst.info/chat/register.php
 
-### Behavioural Etiquette
+### Chat Etiquette
 
 The official language in the ON4KST Chat is **English**. Please use English even when communicating with stations from your own country. Common HAM abbreviations (agn, dir, pse, rrr, tnx, 73 …) are widely used and understood.
 
-### Sending Personal Messages
+### Personal Messages
 
-To send a private message to another station, always use this format:
+To send a private message to another station, always use the following format:
 
 ```
 /CQ CALLSIGN message text
@@ -28,45 +24,78 @@ To send a private message to another station, always use this format:
 
 Example: `/CQ DL5ASG pse sked 144.205?`
 
-During contest operation (5–6 messages per second in the public channel), public messages directed at a specific callsign are easily missed. KST4Contest also catches such messages if they are accidentally posted publicly (see [Features – PM Catching](Features#pm-catching)).
+During heavy chat traffic (5–6 messages per second in a contest), public messages directed at a specific callsign are easily missed. However, KST4Contest also catches such messages if they are accidentally posted publicly (see [Features – PM Catching](Features#catching-personal-messages)).
 
 ---
 
 ## Download
 
+### Windows
+
 The latest version can be downloaded as a ZIP file:
 
-**https://do5amf.funkerportal.de/**
+**https://github.com/praktimarc/kst4contest/releases/latest**
+
+The filename has the format `praktiKST-v<version_number>-windows-x64.zip`.
+
+### Linux
+
+The latest version can be downloaded as an AppImage:
+
+**https://github.com/praktimarc/kst4contest/releases/latest**
+
+The filename has the format `praktiKST-v<version_number>-linux-x86_64.AppImage`.
 
-The filename follows the pattern `kst4Contest_v<version>.zip`.
 
 ---
 
 ## Installation
 
-1. Download the ZIP file.
+### Windows
-2. Unzip into a folder of your choice.
-3. Run `praktiKST.exe` (Windows) or the corresponding start script.
 
-Settings are stored at `%USERPROFILE%\.praktikst\preferences.xml` (Windows).
+1. Download the ZIP file.
+2. Unzip the ZIP file into a folder of your choice.
+3. Run `praktiKST.exe`.
+
+Settings are stored at `%USERPROFILE%\.praktikst\preferences.xml`.
+
+### Linux
+1. Download the AppImage.
+2. Unzip the AppImage into a folder of your choice.
+3. Make the AppImage executable (in the terminal with `chmod +x praktiKST-v<version_number>-linux-x86_64.AppImage`)
+4. Run the AppImage.
+
+Settings are stored at `~/.praktikst/preferences.xml`.
 
 ---
 
 ## Updating
 
-KST4Contest includes an **automatic update notification service**: when a new version is available, a window will appear at startup showing:
+KST4Contest includes an **automatic update notification service**: as soon as a new version is available, a window will appear at startup with:
-- A notification that a new version is available
+- information that a new version is available,
-- A changelog
+- a changelog,
-- The download link for the latest package
+- the download link for the new version.
+
+![Example Update Window](update_window.png)
 
 ### Update Process
 
-Currently the only way to update is:
+#### Windows
+
+Currently, there is only one way to update:
 
 1. Delete the old folder.
-2. Unzip the new package.
+2. Unzip the new ZIP file.
+
+The settings file (`preferences.xml`) is preserved because it is stored in the user folder, not the program folder.
+
+#### Linux
+
+Currently as follows:
+1. Download the new AppImage
+2. Mark the new AppImage as executable
+3. (optional) Delete the old AppImage.
 
-Your settings file (`preferences.xml`) is preserved since it is stored in your user folder, not the program folder.
 
 ---
 
@@ -74,10 +103,10 @@ Your settings file (`preferences.xml`) is preserved since it is stored in your u
 
 ### Norton 360
 
-Norton 360 flags `praktiKST.exe` as dangerous (false positive). You need to add an exception:
+Norton 360 classifies `praktiKST.exe` as dangerous (false positive). An exception must be created for the file:
 
 1. Open Norton 360.
-2. Security → History → Find the relevant event.
+2. Security → History → Find the corresponding event.
 3. Select "Restore & Add Exception".
 
 *(Reported by PE0WGA, Franz van Velzen – thank you!)*

github_docs/en-Log-Sync.md

@@ -5,6 +5,7 @@
 KST4Contest automatically marks worked stations in the chat user list. Two basic methods are available:
 
 ---
+![Log Sync Settings Window](client_settings_window_logsync.png)
 
 ## Method 1: Universal File Based Callsign Interpreter (Simplelogfile)
 
@@ -32,6 +33,7 @@ When saving a QSO, the logging software sends a UDP packet to the broadcast addr
 ## Supported Logging Software
 
 ### UCXLog (DL7UCX)
+![UCXLog Configuration](ucxlog_logsync.png)
 
 UCXLog sends QSO UDP packets and transceiver frequency packets.
 
@@ -46,6 +48,8 @@ Note for multi-setup (2 computers, 2 radios, one KST4Contest instance): Both log
 
 ### QARTest (IK3QAR)
 
+![QARTest Configuration](qartest_logsync.png)
+
 **Special feature**: QARTest can send the **complete log** to KST4Contest (button "Invia log completo" in the QARTest settings). This means QSOs logged before KST4Contest was started are also captured.
 
 **Settings in QARTest:**
@@ -68,14 +72,33 @@ For the built-in DX cluster server: configure N1MM+ as a DX cluster client (serv
 
 ### DXLog.net
 
+![DXLog.net Configuration](dxlog_net_logsync.png)
+
 **Settings in DXLog.net:**
 - Enable UDP broadcast
 - Enter the IP of the KST4Contest computer (green-highlighted fields)
 - Port: 12060
 
-### WinTest
+### Win-Test
 
-WinTest is also supported. KST4Contest receives WinTest UDP packets via a dedicated listener. Configuration is analogous to the other programs.
+Win-Test is supported with a dedicated UDP network listener that understands the native Win-Test network protocol.
+
+**Advantages of Win-Test Integration:**
+- Automatic QSO synchronization to mark worked stations.
+- **Sked Handover (ADDSKED):** Using the "Create sked" button in the station info panel not only creates a sked in KST4Contest but also *sends it directly via UDP to the Win-Test network as an ADDSKED packet*.
+- You can choose between "AUTO", "SSB", or "CW" sked modes.
+
+**Required Settings in KST4Contest:**
+- `UDP-Port for Win-Test listener` (Default: 9871).
+- Enable `Receive Win-Test network based UDP log messages`.
+- Enable `Win-Test sked transmission (push via ADDSKED to Win-Test network)`.
+- `KST station name in Win-Test network (src of SKED packets)`: Defines the station name KST4Contest uses in the WT network (e.g., "KST").
+- `Win-Test station name filter`: If a name is entered here (e.g., "STN1"), only QSOs from that specific Win-Test instance will be processed. Leave empty to accept all.
+- `Win-Test network broadcast address`: Is usually detected automatically and is required to send sked packets to the network.
+
+**Settings in Win-Test:**
+- The network in Win-Test must be active.
+- Win-Test must be configured to send/receive its broadcasts on the corresponding port (default 9871).
 
 ---
 
@@ -83,6 +106,8 @@ WinTest is also supported. KST4Contest receives WinTest UDP packets via a dedica
 
 In addition to QSO synchronisation, UCXLog and other programs also transmit the **current transceiver frequency** via UDP. KST4Contest processes this information and makes it available as the `MYQRG` variable.
 
+![Frequency Buttons](qrg_buttons.png)
+
 **Result**: Your own QRG never needs to be typed manually in the chat – clicking the MYQRG button or using the variable in the beacon is sufficient.
 
 > **Note for multi-setup**: With two logging programs on two computers, only **one** should send frequency packets. KST4Contest cannot distinguish between sources and processes all incoming packets.