Hi! The last few AO51 passes I have been on over the last few days have seemed to have a very weak signal. I can usually acquire the bird at about 2-3 degrees when it comes up from the S, but I was having a hard time hearing it at 10. Max elevation of the last pass was 23 degrees, and I could barely hear it then. It seemed like the polarization was all over the place too – clear one minute and gone the next.
I was wondering if the transmitter power is lower than it has been – I have not seen anything on the BB regarding any mode change. Hopefully it is not something up with my antenna. 73! Zack KD8KSN _______________________________________________ Sent via AMSAT-BB@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
