In this video, I walk you through everything you need to know — from finding contests, checking the rules, to setting up N1MM for logging your contacts.
I’ll show you how to:
Use calendar to find upcoming events
Understand CQ Zones, categories, and overlays
Configure N1MM for your rig
Create and manage logs for contests like CQ Worldwide DX
Improve your operating skills through contesting!
Even if you’re not into competition, you’ll see how contesting sharpens your accuracy, signal handling, and pile-up skills. Anyone can join in — and it’s great fun!
📺 Watch next: Installing N1MM (Full Setup Guide) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uyqm7tab-wI
📡 My station: DX Commander – Multi-2 setup / 8 antennas
💬 Share your contest experience in the comments — what’s your favourite one?
#HamRadio #N1MM #Contest #CQWW #DXCommander
0:00 How to Enter a Contest
0:20 Anyone Can Join – Even Beginners
1:00 Why Submitting a Check Log Helps Everyone
1:45 Using N1MM for Contest Logging
2:15 Finding Contests at contestcal.com
2:50 Understanding CQ Zones and Exchange (59 + Zone)
3:30 Contest Categories and Power Levels
4:15 Opening N1MM for the First Time
5:00 Configuring Ports and Station Data
5:40 Setting Up a New Log for CQ Worldwide
6:40 Making Your First Contact in N1MM
7:30 Why Contesting Improves Your Skills
8:30 What Contesting Teaches You About Propagation
9:30 Multi-Op, Multi-2 and Station Testing
10:00 Two Contests at Once? It’s Possible!