[amsat-bb] LVB
Hi Just wondering if anyone out there using the LVB, could drop me a line and let me know their opinions and experience with it Thanks Going to Dayton '10 It will get better with more support! Myles D Landstein N2EHG myles.landst...@gmail.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
[amsat-bb] Re: LVB
Hello Myles, I have one LVB tracker interface under Yaesu G5500 rotator, is not installed outside yet, what I have idea to do this weekend, but i can tell you I have made 1 week tests inside home and I liked very much the precision and performance under NOVA for Windows. Easy, no external DC supply needed, and very simple to program and setting up. LCD show me azimuth and alevation where antena is and where she goes. I can take photos and sent you this evening. Best Regards, 73 Fabiano Moser CR7/PY5RX ARISS-PORTUGAL (Amateur Radio on the International Space Station) Representative at Teleconference and Portugal Telebridge Coordinator. AMRAD/AMSAT-CT http://www.amrad.pt/ariss.php There is no great talent without great will. (Honoré de Balzac) 2009/7/11 myles landstein myles.landst...@gmail.com Hi Just wondering if anyone out there using the LVB, could drop me a line and let me know their opinions and experience with it Thanks Going to Dayton '10 It will get better with more support! Myles D Landstein N2EHG myles.landst...@gmail.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 ___ 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
[amsat-bb] Re: Paccomm information for PSK-1T
Hello John and Greg-- John--I think he means the 8pin DIN, not the mini-DIN Greg--contact me off-list and I'll try to help you with the PSK-1T (even though you apparently outbid me for these items, assuming you recently obtained them ;-) )I've been using it to command AO-16... I don't know about the DFM unit, other than I think it is probably 1200 and 9600 baud capable. The PSK-1T can, as a stand alone unit, be used for 1200 baud PSK packet (like AO-16, IO-26, DO-64) and 1200 AFSK packet (like CalPoly-6). The DFM TNC doesn't need to be connected to the PSK-1T for it operate. If, however, you have a PSK-1 (without the T), it requires another TNC to be interfaced to it (like the DFM, an MFJ, etc.). My hunch is that the pair was used to add 9600 baud capability to somebody's satellite station... 73, Mark N8MH ___ John - That is the easy question. When Gywn Reedy, W1BEL (sk) and others set the specifications for the external contractor build of the PacComm PSK-1, they elected to use a common pin assignment/cable (late 1980s/early 1990s) for the 8-pin mini-DIN (rear panel of PSK-1) to the RS-232 (DB-9) on your computer. The cable for usage between an Apple computer and an Apple LaserWriter (serial port). I picked up a PacComm PSK-1 in May, replaced a blown capacitor on the 7805 regulator input and built this serial cable for connection to my personal computer's serial port. IF PacComm no longer sells this cable (you have to send an e-mail request to Linda), then any good Apple dealer or cable supplier should have this cable in their inventory for less than $25. Greg w9gb From: johne tds.net Subject: [amsat-bb] Paccomm information Hi I was wondering if some one has any manuals for the DFM TNC and the PSK-1 or the the PSK-1+? To get me going can some one please send the pin out for the radio 8 pin DIN for the DFM TNC. Thanks de John K0CQW -- Mark L. Hammond [N8MH] ___ 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
[amsat-bb] K5E - The 40th Anniversary Apollo 11 Satellite Special Event
Hey everyone, The special call sign K5E will go active on AO-7 at 13:32 UTC on July 16, 2009, and will remain active on the FM and CW/SSB satellites, NO-44 (if operational) and the ISS in packet or voice (if either system is active) through 16:50 UTC on July 24, 2009. Those dates and times coincide with the duration of the Apollo 11 mission to the moon, which began 40 years ago next Thursday (July 16). K5E seemed the perfect choice for a special event call sign to celebrate the 40th anniversary of “one small step for man … one giant leap for mankind.” K - the 11th letter of the alphabet. 5 - the call district of Houston, location of Apollo 11 Mission Control. E - Eagle, the Apollo 11 lunar module. On passes I work using the special call sign, I will ID as “Kilo 5 Eagle.” Glade Schroeter, WA3MVQ, is donating high-quality full-color QSL cards, which will be used to confirm all contacts with K5E. Stations wishing to confirm will send their request to me with an SASE. The card will be standard QSL size. I encourage any of you who need QSL cards now or in the future to visit Glade’s Web site at www.gggraphicsstore.com. I custom-designed the card, which features the Apollo 11 crew patch and a collage of photos representing highlights of the full mission, from liftoff to splashdown. I will have a lo-res copy of the card front posted to my QRZ.com page no later than Monday. Work K5E one time to claim a special QSL card. There will be no endorsements of any kind, and only one QSL will be issued per valid amateur call sign. Remember, WA3MVQ is donating these high-quality cards. This special event and operation will occur ONLY on the amateur satellites. Another group has organized the Echoes of Apollo program and will have a number of HF stations on the air during the weekend of July 20th, the date of the lunar landing. They also held a special EME event over Field Day weekend. I have no interest in creating any animosity with the Echoes of Apollo group. I’m just interested in giving us satellite operators the chance to celebrate the Apollo 11 mission and its 40th Anniversary. I hope as many of you as possible will join me. I may contact some other operators around the U.S. and ask them to work a pass or two over the 9-day operation using K5E so we can cover as much ground as possible. Also, please note that the Canada Museum of Science and Technology will operate as VE3MOON from July 14-27, per a post earlier today to the AMSAT-BB Thanks in advance to all. 73, Tim – N3TL K5E – The 40th Anniversary Apollo 11 Satellite Special Event ___ 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
[amsat-bb] Re: LVB
Hi, I am using the LVB Tracker since few months now, with automatic tracking controlled by SATPC32 (on a lap top running Windows XP, connected directly to the LVB Tracker via USB) with absulutely no problems... The antennas are controlled by G-5500. By the way, the SatPC32 SW also controlls hre an ICOM IC910H via CAT through a USB to RS232. 73 Shamai 4Z1WS On Sat, Jul 11, 2009 at 2:40 PM, Fabiano Moser fabianomo...@gmail.comwrote: Hello Myles, I have one LVB tracker interface under Yaesu G5500 rotator, is not installed outside yet, what I have idea to do this weekend, but i can tell you I have made 1 week tests inside home and I liked very much the precision and performance under NOVA for Windows. Easy, no external DC supply needed, and very simple to program and setting up. LCD show me azimuth and alevation where antena is and where she goes. I can take photos and sent you this evening. Best Regards, 73 Fabiano Moser CR7/PY5RX ARISS-PORTUGAL (Amateur Radio on the International Space Station) Representative at Teleconference and Portugal Telebridge Coordinator. AMRAD/AMSAT-CT http://www.amrad.pt/ariss.php There is no great talent without great will. (Honoré de Balzac) 2009/7/11 myles landstein myles.landst...@gmail.com Hi Just wondering if anyone out there using the LVB, could drop me a line and let me know their opinions and experience with it Thanks Going to Dayton '10 It will get better with more support! Myles D Landstein N2EHG myles.landst...@gmail.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 ___ 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 ___ 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
[amsat-bb] Re: LVB
Myles, I have had one of the original LVB units AMSAT made as the fundraiser(visit AMSAT website to purchase). It has worked flawlessly. It is a bit of a challenge to put it in place and calibrate if you have NOT ever set up something like this before. I have had many experiences doing so and it didn't take long for me to have it up and running. Putting the USB software to run it via your computer may take some re-reading of the instructions but it all comes out easy and simple to let happen. I use this under PCsat32 and also NOVA. Tracks fine. I use a second one to demo at hamfests with a portable setup to show how it functions. I also did this at Field Day for my local club with the help of another AMSAT veteran. It has been a great addition to my shack to make it one less thing I have to worry about while making these LEO passes work. P.S. I can't wait for an HEO to buzz up the satellite activity- I'll be at Sussex County, NJ Hamfest 7/12/09 to demo this WX permitting. 73, Dee, NB2F NJ AMSAT Coordinator -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of myles landstein Sent: Saturday, July 11, 2009 7:18 AM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] LVB Hi Just wondering if anyone out there using the LVB, could drop me a line and let me know their opinions and experience with it Thanks Going to Dayton '10 It will get better with more support! Myles D Landstein N2EHG myles.landst...@gmail.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 ___ 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
[amsat-bb] Re: LVB
Hi Myles, Simply stated---this is a very functional and easy to use track box, with exceptional attention to construction detail when purchased already assembled by AMSAT (thanks, Mike Young!). It's a very fair price at US$200. (Price out the parts to build one up...it's a deal). It's essentially plug in, calibrate, then play! I have (thanks to my long time elmer, Gene KC4SA) built a couple different homebrew tracking boxes since the late 1980's. The first used the parallel port to count clicks of the U100/U110 rotators. The latest incarnation uses a BASIC Stamp2 and G-5500. (I think a bit of research will show that our SAEBRTrack box was one of the first, if not the first, to make use of the PIC controller concept (built into the STAMP2) for a trackbox...). All of this is merely to say that I bring a reasonable perspective into the conversation... For the past several months, I have been using--by choice--the LVB Tracker! It's a great little box...currently using SatPC32 with the G-5500. In: summary--highly recommended! 73, Mark N8MH _ LVB Subject: [amsat-bb] LVB From: myles landstein myles.landst...@x Date: Sat, 11 Jul 2009 07:18:06 -0400 DKIM-Signature: v=1; a=rsa-sha256; c=relaxed/relaxed; d=gmail.com; s=gamma;h=domainkey-signature:received:received:message-id:from:to:in-reply-to:content-type:mime-version:subject:date:references:x-mailer; bh=9Q00jZSZs5nDFnnb8SPUQ/MZa1vD1IiGpeSvl/Hp1CM=;b=q3KMBfoKq24ExFzW0Xpp4w+6U5hI70CB4RCE5VucaywPahDjvMrW4O5Ha48/luRYeg+y+4GNS1GkNt6OEV9beDLcKzHakgsTb1J0PZbzC75Pi4IRsDc3mtlE6RvhTrjWVOWE8XYbaMBl9QhqTgwW1lYwnSRHzGzlhevf3Qgq5Lk= Hi Just wondering if anyone out there using the LVB, could drop me a line and let me know their opinions and experience with it Thanks Going to Dayton '10 It will get better with more support! Myles D Landstein N2EHG myles.landst...@gmail.com -- Mark L. Hammond [N8MH] ___ 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
[amsat-bb] Re: Paccomm information for PSK-1T
Um...I think I got the names swapped in my note sections below...sorry for the mix up :) John--feel free to contact me offlist for any help with this TNC. 73, Mark [Date Prev][Date Next][Thread Prev][Thread Next] - [Date Index][Thread Index][Author Index] Re: Paccomm information for PSK-1T Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Paccomm information for PSK-1T From: Mark L. Hammond marklhamm...@x Date: Sat, 11 Jul 2009 09:42:54 -0400 DKIM-Signature: v=1; a=rsa-sha256; c=relaxed/relaxed; d=gmail.com; s=gamma;h=domainkey-signature:mime-version:received:date:message-id:subject:from:to:content-type:content-transfer-encoding;bh=e+usHi9Q5D91ijJ+X60hFhWR8zehAHXgyuPZvTsbohw=;b=hb+O3ahMclAxmam5sfXwhfhumN5veaOtTZ9okeyUjzheIzGxTBVLNMv+xQnG+ZqluPXZbC2tRbJHg5FRrdrne5B/pKMgIywHmBUuZk54tMCmIuyVf3j/QxdMTK4psXuqGVmOZoXCHbSRA3mpyFklH/+w6DnPx44Z7ENx2vGuIxk= Hello John and Greg-- John--I think he means the 8pin DIN, not the mini-DIN Greg--contact me off-list and I'll try to help you with the PSK-1T (even though you apparently outbid me for these items, assuming you recently obtained them ;-) )I've been using it to command AO-16... I don't know about the DFM unit, other than I think it is probably 1200 and 9600 baud capable. The PSK-1T can, as a stand alone unit, be used for 1200 baud PSK packet (like AO-16, IO-26, DO-64) and 1200 AFSK packet (like CalPoly-6). The DFM TNC doesn't need to be connected to the PSK-1T for it operate. If, however, you have a PSK-1 (without the T), it requires another TNC to be interfaced to it (like the DFM, an MFJ, etc.). My hunch is that the pair was used to add 9600 baud capability to somebody's satellite station... 73, Mark N8MH ___ John - That is the easy question. When Gywn Reedy, W1BEL (sk) and others set the specifications for the external contractor build of the PacComm PSK-1, they elected to use a common pin assignment/cable (late 1980s/early 1990s) for the 8-pin mini-DIN (rear panel of PSK-1) to the RS-232 (DB-9) on your computer. The cable for usage between an Apple computer and an Apple LaserWriter (serial port). I picked up a PacComm PSK-1 in May, replaced a blown capacitor on the 7805 regulator input and built this serial cable for connection to my personal computer's serial port. IF PacComm no longer sells this cable (you have to send an e-mail request to Linda), then any good Apple dealer or cable supplier should have this cable in their inventory for less than $25. Greg w9gb From: johne tds.net Subject: [amsat-bb] Paccomm information Hi I was wondering if some one has any manuals for the DFM TNC and the PSK-1 or the the PSK-1+? To get me going can some one please send the pin out for the radio 8 pin DIN for the DFM TNC. Thanks de John K0CQW -- Mark L. Hammond [N8MH] ___ 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 Prev by Date: Re: LVB Next by Date: Re: 40th Anniversary of the Moon Landing Prev by thread: Re: Paccomm information Next by thread: K5E - The 40th Anniversary Apollo 11 Satellite SpecialEvent Index(es): Date Thread AMSAT Home -- Mark L. Hammond [N8MH] ___ 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
[amsat-bb] Re: LVB
The $200 is a great deal. I helped sell every one we had on hand at the AMSAT booth in Dayton. Another perspective, about 2 years ago I replaced my ISA bussed motherboard for a new one. The only ISA bussed mobo I could find(that was under $500) cost $190. Other then the two ISA slots, it had the comparable performance of a $35 mobo! My next computer upgrade for my sat control system will use an LVB to control rotors. The Kansas City tracker ISA card will be heading to the Smithsonian Institution 73 Jeff kb2m -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Mark L. Hammond Sent: Saturday, July 11, 2009 10:38 AM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org; myles.landst...@gmail.com Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: LVB Hi Myles, Simply stated---this is a very functional and easy to use track box, with exceptional attention to construction detail when purchased already assembled by AMSAT (thanks, Mike Young!). It's a very fair price at US$200. (Price out the parts to build one up...it's a deal). It's essentially plug in, calibrate, then play! 73, Mark N8MH ___ 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
[amsat-bb] Re: PacComm information for PSK-1 and PSK-1T
John -- I think Greg means the 8-pin DIN, not the mini-DIN No. The PSK-1 RS-232 port to the Computer is J10, which is a mini-8 DIN on rear panel. I am looking at the back panel of my PSK-1 here in workbench! The PSK-1 also has 8-pin DIN (J2) for the TNC Modem Connection (via 20-pin TAPR disconnect header on Tiny-2 or TAPR TNC-2); and three 5-pin DIN connections: TNC Radio Connection (J4); VHF Radio (J1); UHF Radio (J3) --- the separate VHF and UHF radio connections were useful for the Icom VHF/UHF radios (271/471; 275/475) of that era. The PSK-1 and PSK-1T modems do have different rear panel connector types! LOOK at the REAR PANEL (eBay auction # 320392587069 has a rear panel photo) On the PSK-1T, there is an 8-pin Mini-DIN marked CONTROL (RS-232), I assume that Gywn kept the pin out the same as the PSK-1 and would connect this to a PC serial port (RS-232) that is running a terminal emulation or control program. To the left is a Male DB-9 marked PACKET (RS-232) ... A manual for the PSK-1T will confirm its usage/connections. As I remember, and W3IO probably has a better memory, PacComm introduced the PSK-1 for the PacSats launched at that time. Later, Gywn reintroduced the PSK-1T with some updates and suggested modifications. I first saw a PSK-1T at the 1995 AMSAT meeting in Orlando (1995) --- shown in preparation for AO-40. Greg -- You apparently outbid me for these items on eBay, assuming you recently obtained them ;-) ) I've been using it to command AO-16... I don't know about the DFM unit, other than I think it is probably 1200 and 9600 baud capable. Mark, I was watching that eBay auction (# 320392587069), but did not bid on these items -- I already have one! There were two PacComm PSK-1 and DFM TNC combinations for sale on QRZ a couple of weeks ago at $35 per set or $50 for both (great deal)! Yes, the DFM permits usage at 9600 AFSK (which one of the satellites did support). Greg w9gb ___ 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
[amsat-bb] Re: PacComm information for PSK-1 and PSK-1T
Hi Greg, // To get me going can some one please send the pin out for the radio 8 pin DIN for the DFM TNC. Thanks de John K0CQW Um..back to the question John asked--it was about the 8pin DIN on the DFM, not the PSK unit. The DFN TNC doesn't appear to have a mini-DIN, so, that's why I didn't think the mini-DIN answer was what he was looking for :) http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?VISuperSizeitem=320392587069 Excellent information, history and details, though, Greg! Thanks! In the shack I have a couple each of the PSK-1 and PSK-1T units, and manuals. The PSK-1T with the built in TNC is really slick (the T designates the built in TNC, no disconnect header hookup needed!) Hopefully the chatter will help John get his stuff going--but I think he STILL needs the 8pin DIN info for the DFNmy hunch is that it's the Paccomm standard pinout for hooking up the tx audio/rx audio/PTT/GRND, but I can't confirm. 73, Mark N8MH __ John -- I think Greg means the 8-pin DIN, not the mini-DIN No. The PSK-1 RS-232 port to the Computer is J10, which is a mini-8 DIN on rear panel. I am looking at the back panel of my PSK-1 here in workbench! The PSK-1 also has 8-pin DIN (J2) for the TNC Modem Connection (via 20-pin TAPR disconnect header on Tiny-2 or TAPR TNC-2); and three 5-pin DIN connections: TNC Radio Connection (J4); VHF Radio (J1); UHF Radio (J3) --- the separate VHF and UHF radio connections were useful for the Icom VHF/UHF radios (271/471; 275/475) of that era. The PSK-1 and PSK-1T modems do have different rear panel connector types! LOOK at the REAR PANEL (eBay auction # 320392587069 has a rear panel photo) On the PSK-1T, there is an 8-pin Mini-DIN marked CONTROL (RS-232), I assume that Gywn kept the pin out the same as the PSK-1 and would connect this to a PC serial port (RS-232) that is running a terminal emulation or control program. To the left is a Male DB-9 marked PACKET (RS-232) ... A manual for the PSK-1T will confirm its usage/connections. As I remember, and W3IO probably has a better memory, PacComm introduced the PSK-1 for the PacSats launched at that time. Later, Gywn reintroduced the PSK-1T with some updates and suggested modifications. I first saw a PSK-1T at the 1995 AMSAT meeting in Orlando (1995) --- shown in preparation for AO-40. Greg -- You apparently outbid me for these items on eBay, assuming you recently obtained them ;-) ) I've been using it to command AO-16... I don't know about the DFM unit, other than I think it is probably 1200 and 9600 baud capable. Mark, I was watching that eBay auction (# 320392587069), but did not bid on these items -- I already have one! There were two PacComm PSK-1 and DFM TNC combinations for sale on QRZ a couple of weeks ago at $35 per set or $50 for both (great deal)! Yes, the DFM permits usage at 9600 AFSK (which one of the satellites did support). Greg w9gb -- Mark L. Hammond [N8MH] ___ 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
[amsat-bb] Last few days to get FD Summary Sheets in
If you participated in AMSAT Field Day and would like your efforts to count towards AMSAT Field Day, you have until Monday, July 13, 2009 at 11:59PM CDT to submit your entries. They can be emailed to me at kk...@arrl.net or kk...@amsat.org You can also send them in the mail but give plenty of time for them to arrive or you will be out of luck. I will send you a confirmation email when I receive your entry (might take a day depending on my work schedule). Photos and neat descriptions of your field day antics and events are welcome. 73...bruce -- Bruce Paige, KK5DO AMSAT Director Contests and Awards ARRL Awards Manager (WAS, 5BWAS, VUCC), VE Houston AMSAT Net - Wed 0100z on Echolink - Conference *AMSAT* Also live streaming MP3 at http://www.amsatnet.com Podcast at http://www.amsatnet.com/podcast.xml or iTunes Latest satellite news on the ARRL Audio News http://www.arrl.org AMSAT on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/amsat ___ 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
[amsat-bb] Re: LVB
Cost is very reasonable-AMSAT gets the profits-after purchase support is excellent- easy to setup and use 73 Bob W7LRD - Original Message - From: myles landstein myles.landst...@gmail.com To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Saturday, July 11, 2009 4:18:06 AM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific Subject: [amsat-bb] LVB Hi Just wondering if anyone out there using the LVB, could drop me a line and let me know their opinions and experience with it Thanks Going to Dayton '10 It will get better with more support! Myles D Landstein N2EHG myles.landst...@gmail.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 ___ 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
[amsat-bb] Antennas: How High?
Guys, I want to upgrade from my hand held Arrow to something permanently mounted outside with and Ele/ Az rotor. I have a single story home with roof peak at about 22 feet. I can easily mount a 10' - 20' mast directly outside the shack anchored in concrete and bolted to my roof eaves. If I use two masts sections I will get a net height of about 17' which means I will be looking through my roof on the lower easterly orientated passes. Gaining the additional height to completely clear the roof line will be increasingly problematic. How much should I be concerned about this, etc? I'd like some real world feedback / suggestions. Thanks in advance. 73 de harry, W6DXO ___ 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
[amsat-bb] HF Sunday Net???
For the past several weeks, I havent heard the 14.282 20m net on at 1900 utc. Last I heard when I talked to Larry W7LD more than a month ago, as he was net control. Is the net still active? Course with all the contest chatter, probably not be easy. John W6ZKH DM06 ___ 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
[amsat-bb] Re: Antennas: How High?
My antenna height philosophy goes like this-I try get away with as much as I can get away with considering, cost, XYL attitude, powerlines, falling on neighbors. The idea of, just one more foot can go on forever. My roof line already looks like a NASA facility. 73 Bob W7LRD - Original Message - From: ha...@gunship.org To: AMSAT amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Saturday, July 11, 2009 1:19:25 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific Subject: [amsat-bb] Antennas: How High? Guys, I want to upgrade from my hand held Arrow to something permanently mounted outside with and Ele/ Az rotor. I have a single story home with roof peak at about 22 feet. I can easily mount a 10' - 20' mast directly outside the shack anchored in concrete and bolted to my roof eaves. If I use two masts sections I will get a net height of about 17' which means I will be looking through my roof on the lower easterly orientated passes. Gaining the additional height to completely clear the roof line will be increasingly problematic. How much should I be concerned about this, etc? I'd like some real world feedback / suggestions. Thanks in advance. 73 de harry, W6DXO ___ 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 ___ 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
[amsat-bb] LVB
I built my LVB up from the bare board which I ordered from G6LVB direct in the early days. It was a fun home brew project. Mine is bare bones. It has no display and no buttons. It just sits inside a Radio Shack box and does its thing day after day. If you look at my unit, the PCB just has enough of the components on it to do the job which it does well. I would highly recommend the LVB, it works well and is supported well. GL Mike (K9QHO) AMSAT33589 --- On Sat, 7/11/09, amsat-bb-requ...@amsat.org amsat-bb-requ...@amsat.org wrote: From: amsat-bb-requ...@amsat.org amsat-bb-requ...@amsat.org Subject: AMSAT-BB Digest, Vol 4, Issue 334 To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Date: Saturday, July 11, 2009, 3:00 PM Send AMSAT-BB mailing list submissions to amsat-bb@amsat.org To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to amsat-bb-requ...@amsat.org You can reach the person managing the list at amsat-bb-ow...@amsat.org When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific than Re: Contents of AMSAT-BB digest... Today's Topics: 1. Re: LVB (Jeff KB2M) 2. Re: PacComm information for PSK-1 and PSK-1T (Greg Beat) 3. Re: PacComm information for PSK-1 and PSK-1T (Mark L. Hammond) 4. Last few days to get FD Summary Sheets in (Bruce) 5. Re: LVB (w7...@comcast.net) -- Message: 1 Date: Sat, 11 Jul 2009 11:07:42 -0400 From: Jeff KB2M k...@comcast.net Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: LVB To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Message-ID: 004101ca0239$56eb19c0$04c14d...@net Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii The $200 is a great deal. I helped sell every one we had on hand at the AMSAT booth in Dayton. Another perspective, about 2 years ago I replaced my ISA bussed motherboard for a new one. The only ISA bussed mobo I could find(that was under $500) cost $190. Other then the two ISA slots, it had the comparable performance of a $35 mobo! My next computer upgrade for my sat control system will use an LVB to control rotors. The Kansas City tracker ISA card will be heading to the Smithsonian Institution 73 Jeff kb2m -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Mark L. Hammond Sent: Saturday, July 11, 2009 10:38 AM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org; myles.landst...@gmail.com Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: LVB Hi Myles, Simply stated---this is a very functional and easy to use track box, with exceptional attention to construction detail when purchased already assembled by AMSAT (thanks, Mike Young!). It's a very fair price at US$200. (Price out the parts to build one up...it's a deal). It's essentially plug in, calibrate, then play! 73, Mark N8MH -- Message: 2 Date: Sat, 11 Jul 2009 10:17:44 -0500 From: Greg Beat gregory.b...@comcast.net Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: PacComm information for PSK-1 and PSK-1T To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Message-ID: 87cf40bbdbef450fb59c6e4aeec33...@compaqevo Content-Type: text/plain; charset=Windows-1252 John -- I think Greg means the 8-pin DIN, not the mini-DIN No. The PSK-1 RS-232 port to the Computer is J10, which is a mini-8 DIN on rear panel. I am looking at the back panel of my PSK-1 here in workbench! The PSK-1 also has 8-pin DIN (J2) for the TNC Modem Connection (via 20-pin TAPR disconnect header on Tiny-2 or TAPR TNC-2); and three 5-pin DIN connections: TNC Radio Connection (J4); VHF Radio (J1); UHF Radio (J3) --- the separate VHF and UHF radio connections were useful for the Icom VHF/UHF radios (271/471; 275/475) of that era. The PSK-1 and PSK-1T modems do have different rear panel connector types! LOOK at the REAR PANEL (eBay auction # 320392587069 has a rear panel photo) On the PSK-1T, there is an 8-pin Mini-DIN marked CONTROL (RS-232), I assume that Gywn kept the pin out the same as the PSK-1 and would connect this to a PC serial port (RS-232) that is running a terminal emulation or control program. To the left is a Male DB-9 marked PACKET (RS-232) ... A manual for the PSK-1T will confirm its usage/connections. As I remember, and W3IO probably has a better memory, PacComm introduced the PSK-1 for the PacSats launched at that time. Later, Gywn reintroduced the PSK-1T with some updates and suggested modifications. I first saw a PSK-1T at the 1995 AMSAT meeting in Orlando (1995) --- shown in preparation for AO-40. Greg -- You apparently outbid me for these items on eBay, assuming you recently obtained them ;-) ) I've been using it to command AO-16... I don't know about the DFM unit, other than I think it is probably 1200 and 9600 baud capable. Mark, I was watching that eBay auction (# 320392587069), but did not bid on these items -- I already have one! There were two PacComm PSK-1 and DFM TNC combinations for sale on QRZ a couple of weeks ago
[amsat-bb] Re: HF Sunday Net???
Hi John, Mostly I still hear them, but just barely. Propagation has been pretty much non-existent lately, and I don't have a beam. I managed to contact Larry a few weeks ago; we'll see what happens tomorrow morning. Greg KO6TH Date: Sat, 11 Jul 2009 21:01:30 + From: w6...@comcast.net To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] HF Sunday Net??? For the past several weeks, I havent heard the 14.282 20m net on at 1900 utc. Last I heard when I talked to Larry W7LD more than a month ago, as he was net control. Is the net still active? Course with all the contest chatter, probably not be easy. John W6ZKH DM06 ___ 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 _ Windows Live™ SkyDrive™: Get 25 GB of free online storage. http://windowslive.com/online/skydrive?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_SD_25GB_062009 ___ 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
[amsat-bb] Re: Antennas: How High?
Hi John, You might consider putting a short tripod on the roof itself. That's what I did. 2-story house, and too many trees adjacent to the house to put up any sort of tower (and not counting the inevitable XYL objections). Here's what I did: http://home.wavecable.com/~ko6th/IMG_0141b6.jpg It basically just sits on the roof, and is kept from sliding by being anchored to a vent pipe. The base is 8' wide, with a 4' T piece going up to the pipe. The vertical part is about 6' tall, which gives the tail of the 70cm beam just enough clearance from the roof for overhead passes. Never had a problem with stability. Good luck, Greg KO6TH Date: Sat, 11 Jul 2009 13:19:25 -0700 From: ha...@gunship.org To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Antennas: How High? Guys, I want to upgrade from my hand held Arrow to something permanently mounted outside with and Ele/ Az rotor. I have a single story home with roof peak at about 22 feet. I can easily mount a 10' - 20' mast directly outside the shack anchored in concrete and bolted to my roof eaves. If I use two masts sections I will get a net height of about 17' which means I will be looking through my roof on the lower easterly orientated passes. Gaining the additional height to completely clear the roof line will be increasingly problematic. How much should I be concerned about this, etc? I'd like some real world feedback / suggestions. Thanks in advance. 73 de harry, W6DXO ___ 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 _ Windows Live™ SkyDrive™: Get 25 GB of free online storage. http://windowslive.com/online/skydrive?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_WL_SD_25GB_062009 ___ 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
[amsat-bb] ANS-193 AMSAT Weekly Bulletins
AMSAT NEWS SERVICE ANS-193 ANS is a free, weekly, news and information service of AMSAT North America, The Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation. ANS reports on the activities of a worldwide group of Amateur Radio operators who share an active interest in designing, building, launching and communicating through analog and digital Amateur Radio satellites. Please send any amateur satellite news or reports to: ans-edi...@amsat.org In this edition: * SuitSat-2 Integration Progress in Phoenix * AO-51 Apollo 11 40th Anniversary Special Event * Arizona and Utah Satellite Activity * Satellite and HT Presentations at Big Bear Amateur Radio Club * Final Reminder for AMSAT Field Day Logs * Castor and Pollox Posed to Launch with STS-127 * ARISS Status - 06 July 2009 SB SAT @ AMSAT $ANS-193.01 SuitSat-2 Integration Progress in Phoenix AMSAT News Service Bulletin 193.01 From AMSAT HQ SILVER SPRING, MD. July 12, 2009 To All RADIO AMATEURS BID: $ANS-193.01 SuitSat-2 System Engineer, Gould WA4SXM kept the satellite community updated on the system integration meeting taking place in Phoenix this weekend. Reporting via twitter (http://twitter.com/GGouldSmith) Gould said progress was occurring on several fronts. The command receiver boards were assembled and ready for testing. The command receiver and receiver boards were integrated for the first time this weekend. The team was able to report that the receiver is now providing good input to the SDX transponder and as a result the transponder became operational and produced a signal on the output with the CW, FM and BPSK signals. The transmitter was drawing 330mA and produced +25dBm output in the test configuration. System engineering progress was also report on additional issues: + SPI communications between the IHU and SDX were debugged + battery charging circuit undergoing testing + Spaceframe issues have started to be addressed to replace the missing suit. [ANS thanks JoAnne, K9JKM, for the above information] /EX SB SAT @ AMSAT $ANS-193.02 AO-51 Apollo 11 40th Anniversary Special Event AMSAT News Service Bulletin 193.02 From AMSAT HQ SILVER SPRING, MD. July 12, 2009 To All RADIO AMATEURS BID: $ANS-193.02 AMSAT-NA will mark the 40th anniversary of the first manned lunar landing with a special event on AO-51. AO-51 will transmit a special message commemorating the event during evening passes on Monday, July 20 and into early July 21 UTC. The message will be transmitted on the 435.300 MHz FM downlink. A special AO-51 SWL QSL will be available to ground stations who copy the downlink. Please watch ANS and the amsat-bb mailing list for further information as the date approaches. [ANS thanks Drew, KO4MA, for the above information] /EX SB SAT @ AMSAT $ANS-193.03 Arizona and Utah Satellite Activity AMSAT News Service Bulletin 193.03 From AMSAT HQ SILVER SPRING, MD. July 12, 2009 To All RADIO AMATEURS BID: $ANS-193.03 Patrick Stoddard, WD8EWK, will be at the ARRL Arizona State Convention and Hamfest in Williams, Arizona, on 17-18 July 2009 - a Friday and Saturday. He will have an AMSAT table in the main hall, and will give a satellite-related presentation at 1100 local time on 17 July. During these two days, WD9EWK will be on FM satellites and also VO-52 for demonstrations (hamfest site is in grid DM35vg). More information on the hamfest is available at: http://www.arca-az.org/arca/main/convention.asp After the hamfest, Patrick reports that he will hit the road for a few days. Similar to what he did last year after the Williams hamfest, except this year he will venture further north into Utah. Patrick will make a loop through that state, then head back toward Arizona so he is home by the evening of 22 July. The route through Utah yet has not been finalized yet. [ANS thanks Patrick, WD9EWK, for the above information] /EX SB SAT @ AMSAT $ANS-193.04 Satellite and HT Presentations at Big Bear Amateur Radio Club AMSAT News Service Bulletin 193.04 From AMSAT HQ SILVER SPRING, MD. July 12, 2009 To All RADIO AMATEURS BID: $ANS-193.04 Clint Bradford, K6LCS, will be presenting a two-part session later this month in Big Bear, CA: How to Work Amateur Satellites with Your HT PLUS a session on Get to Know Yout Yaesu FT-60R handheld transceiver. You are invited! Saturday, July 25, 2009 - Big Bear Amateur Radio Club Big Bear Lake Fire Station - 41090 Big Bear Blvd 92315 Getting to Know Your Yaesu FT-60R (5:30 pm) How to Work Amateur Satellites with Your Handheld Radio (6:30 pm) If youve been thinking of purchasing a new dual-band handheld or want to add to your collection Special pricing has been arranged on the Yaesu FT-60R (and all Yaesu accessories purchased at the same time) with Ham Radio Outlet in Anaheim until July 25! For your special pricing, you must mention K6LCS Big Bear Deal when you speak directly with HROs Janet at 714-533-7373. RSVP before July 20 or for inquiries: 909-241-7666 or cl...@clintbradford.com A
[amsat-bb] Re: HF Sunday Net???
In a message dated 7/11/2009 6:25:42 PM Central Daylight Time, ko6th_g...@hotmail.com writes: Hi John, Mostly I still hear them, but just barely. Propagation has been pretty much non-existent lately, and I don't have a beam. I managed to contact Larry a few weeks ago; we'll see what happens tomorrow morning. Greg KO6TH Date: Sat, 11 Jul 2009 21:01:30 + From: w6...@comcast.net To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] HF Sunday Net??? For the past several weeks, I havent heard the 14.282 20m net on at 1900 utc. Last I heard when I talked to Larry W7LD more than a month ago, as he was net control. Is the net still active? Course with all the contest chatter, probably not be easy. John W6ZKH DM06 John Greg, In addition to bad propagation, Larry and I have been on travel and Field Day over the last month. I will be there this Sunday, but Larry may still be on travel. See you on 14.282! 73 - Keith, W5IU NCS ___ 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
