Ron, I really like your message, "if it was easy it wouldn't be as fun". All to often some satellite operators build taller and bigger having unrealistic expectations and stop smiling after a pass. I've been helping a club member who has been a ham over 40 years, he was timid about what it took to make a satellite contact. I put an Arrow in his hands, taught him about frequency steps for Doppler, and how to use his wrist during a pass. A week later, John how did go, well haven't had the chance excuse. John, look I will pick a pass for you 40 degrees, just listen, he did and the smile started. The next day, he had three confirmed QSO's, would of had more but his pencil broke in the excitement, digital tape next, his smile is not going away! keeping it simple and remembering "if it was too easy it wouldn't be as much fun, thank you Ron.
73's Pete WB2OQQ www.massapequanyweather.com _______________________________________________ Sent via amsat...@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
