[amsat-bb] SO-50 pass over FN42 at 12:25a local / 0525Z
Was anyone working SO-50 during its pass over FN42 at 12:25a Eastern / 05:25 UTC? I just finished constructing a WA5VJB yagi just a few hours ago. Was listening on the downlink during the pass but heard nothing. (Didn't try transmitting.) Maybe no one was on, maybe the downlink is shifted off frequency slightly (I see a note of reports of this in the AMSAT Status page for the bird), or maybe my setup is just broken (very possible -- it's all new and I don't know what I'm doing!). In any case, I'll be trying some other passes of FM sats tomorrow. vy 73 -chris N2YYZ ___ 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] QRM on HO-68 on 20:57 UTC pass over UK
Alan BA1DU et al, While monitoring HO-68 with my RFSpace SDR-IP on the 20:57 UTC pass tonight at the lower end of the passband I was very surprised to see what looked like a FM signal. After tuning in I am able to hear someone with what sounds like an English accent! It was definitley coming from the satellite, as it was affected by the same doppler shift as the SSB signals coming from it. It sounds like the users in question have no idea they are causing QRM, they certainly aren't calling satellite, however do sound like amateurs and not pirates or commercial traffic. Taking doppler into account on the downlink, I calculate that the users were transmitting around about 145.925MHz Did anyone else notice this? I have an IQ recording, if anyone is interested in having a look I could try to shrink it small enough to send - there are no callsigns at any time during the short 5 minute recording. Also, my receive antenna doesn't currently track, so the signal is quite weak for most of the pass. 73 MI3EPN Pete ___ 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: Log Book Recommendations
I will second the motion. DXLab has been a great one for me, it has a lot of flexibility for satellites plus terrestrial contacts. 73, Jerry N0JY On 11/10/2010 3:32 PM, Alan P. Biddle wrote: > Try the DXLab Suite: http://dxlabsuite.com/ > > I can't address EME, but it can be configured for satellite operations, and > correctly supports both LotW and eQSL for satellites. Support is excellent. > In addition to a log, it also handles spotting, has a module for working > RTTY, some of the PSK modes, etc. However, you can use as much or as little > as needed, and it is very customizable. I figure I use about 10%. It is > also completely free. > > Alan > WA4SCA > > > __ Information from ESET NOD32 Antivirus, version of virus signature database 5609 (2010) __ The message was checked by ESET NOD32 Antivirus. http://www.eset.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: Log Book Recommendations
I have the N3FJP program. I changed the "Other 2" column/tab to "SAT", and I simply put in a "Y" if the contact is a sat contact. ( I put the sat name in "other". Is there a way under awards to see how many grid squares I have worked under the qualifier of a "Y" in the SAT column? tom K8TB > Another vote for N3FJP > > 73, > Joe kks0sd ___ 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: Log Book Recommendations
Another vote for N3FJP 73, Joe kks0sd -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Dave Webb KB1PVH Sent: Wednesday, November 10, 2010 2:29 PM To: Jeremy Kiehner Cc: AMSAT-BB@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Log Book Recommendations I use ACLog by N3FJP http://www.n3fjp.com/ it works quite well, and fairly easy to use. You can contact me direct and I'll let you know how I have it setup. Dave - KB1PVH Sent from my Verizon Wireless DROID On Nov 10, 2010 3:21 PM, "Jeremy Kiehner" wrote: > Hi all, > > Playing with some log book software I found online through DXZone and other > sources. Nothing so far seems to be geared, or even suited to satellite > work, meaning; They all have one frequency field, few have satellite as a > propagation, few track grids and states worked, etc. > > What I'm hoping to find is a log book that's Satellite and Earth-Earth > friendly that'll track VUCC, WAS, and misc other awards (even if I must add > them and parameters myself) and that'll allow me a Tx and Rx frequency field > along with Satellite prop and which bird worked and integration with LotW > and eQSL would be nice. (I know, I may be asking a bit much H-I) > > Google is a bit over whelming and time consuming to sift through, download, > trial, and ultimately uninstall each piece of software I find. > > So what do you all use? I'm open to suggestions as I'm sure this may help > others who are curious. > > 73 de KB3DLP / FM19rw > ___ > 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] QRM on HO-68 on 20:57 UTC pass over UK
Alan BA1DU et al, While monitoring HO-68 with my RFSpace SDR-IP on the 20:57 UTC pass tonight at the lower end of the passband I was very surprised to see what looked like a FM signal. After tuning in I am able to hear someone with what sounds like an English accent! It was definitley coming from the satellite, as it was affected by the same doppler shift as the SSB signals coming from it. It sounds like the users in question have no idea they are causing QRM, they certainly aren't calling satellite, however do sound like amateurs and not pirates or commercial traffic. Taking doppler into account on the downlink, I calculate that the users were transmitting around about 145.925MHz Did anyone else notice this? I have an IQ recording, if anyone is interested in having a look I could try to shrink it small enough to send - there are no callsigns at any time during the short 5 minute recording. Also, my receive antenna doesn't currently track, so the signal is quite weak for most of the pass. 73 MI3EPN Pete ___ 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] IC-251A
I have an oldie but a goodie IC-251A 2M all mode transceiver for sale http://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/hammulti/251a.html contact off list. 73 Bob W7LRD ___ 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] Elmer
A little more background. I have always wanted to receive weather satellite images since I was a teenager. I made the Dayton trip and with the help of a friend I was able to cover a lot. I was intrigued by the ARRL's exhibit and talked to staff there which changed the way I viewed satellites. I always thought they were pretty good size. I then went to the AMSAT booth asked questions there and bought a book they recommended. I joined AMSAT when I got home and bought a few more publications and the tracking software. That's when the confusion started..lol ___ 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: Looking for an Elmer!
On 11/10/2010 5:28 PM, Michael wrote: > I'm very new to satellite and looking for an Elmer to help educate me a bit > and answer my questions. I have some equipment now and was hoping to get > everything going here before winter really hits us here! > ___ > 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 > Where's here? 73, Drew KO4MA ___ 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: Looking for an Elmer!
'Sorry my call is N8GBU I'm a general class but do to health issues I haven't been able to operate for several years. I'm located in Toledo, Ohio. I'm basically stuck on what antenna's or antenna to buy. For home useI have Arrows satellite antenna that fits on a tripod and an H.T. to go with it. I have the Yaesu I believe 5500 rotator that is used for satellites. I plan to assemble everything on the ground until next year as the rotator is so heavy I want to make sure everything works and redo everything in the spring. Thanks Mike N8GBU' For Mike, K7TRK ___ -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Andrew Glasbrenner Sent: Wednesday, November 10, 2010 2:45 PM To: Michael Cc: AMSAT-BB@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Looking for an Elmer! On 11/10/2010 5:28 PM, Michael wrote: > I'm very new to satellite and looking for an Elmer to help educate me a bit and answer my questions. I have some equipment now and was hoping to get everything going here before winter really hits us here! > ___ > 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 > Where's here? 73, Drew KO4MA ___ 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: Elmer
Sorry my call is N8GBU I'm a general class but do to health issues I haven't been able to operate for several years. I'm located in Toledo, Ohio. I'm basically stuck on what antenna's or antenna to buy. For home useI have Arrows satellite antenna that fits on a tripod and an H.T. to go with it. I have the Yaesu I believe 5500 rotator that is used for satellites. I plan to assemble everything on the ground until next year as the rotator is so heavy I want to make sure everything works and redo everything in the spring. Thanks Mike N8GBU ___ 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] Looking for an Elmer!
I'm very new to satellite and looking for an Elmer to help educate me a bit and answer my questions. I have some equipment now and was hoping to get everything going here before winter really hits us here! ___ 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: Log Book Recommendations
I too have been using HRD, use it for digi modes in local simplex groups here in York, PA. My only issue is the single frequency field. Which isn't Terrible and works fine for logging. Was hoping for dual frequency fields to track my Doppler shifting, etc. I'll check out some other recommendations. Thanks to all! Gave me a few avenues to explore. 73 Jeremy KB3DLP / FM19 Sent from my iPhone On Nov 10, 2010, at 5:15 PM, "Zachary Beougher" wrote: > Jeremy, > > I downloaded the HRD (Ham Radio Deluxe) logbook, and I have been using it for > about a month now. It is completely customizable, geared toward satellite > users, and its FREE!!! You can download it here: > > http://www.ham-radio-deluxe.com/Downloads.aspx > > 73! > > Zack > KD8KSN > > -Original Message- From: Jeremy Kiehner > Sent: Wednesday, November 10, 2010 3:09 PM > To: AMSAT-BB@amsat.org > Subject: [amsat-bb] Log Book Recommendations > > Hi all, > > Playing with some log book software I found online through DXZone and other > sources. Nothing so far seems to be geared, or even suited to satellite > work, meaning; They all have one frequency field, few have satellite as a > propagation, few track grids and states worked, etc. > > What I'm hoping to find is a log book that's Satellite and Earth-Earth > friendly that'll track VUCC, WAS, and misc other awards (even if I must add > them and parameters myself) and that'll allow me a Tx and Rx frequency field > along with Satellite prop and which bird worked and integration with LotW > and eQSL would be nice. (I know, I may be asking a bit much H-I) > > Google is a bit over whelming and time consuming to sift through, download, > trial, and ultimately uninstall each piece of software I find. > > So what do you all use? I'm open to suggestions as I'm sure this may help > others who are curious. > > 73 de KB3DLP / FM19rw > ___ > 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: Log Book Recommendations
Jeremy, I downloaded the HRD (Ham Radio Deluxe) logbook, and I have been using it for about a month now. It is completely customizable, geared toward satellite users, and its FREE!!! You can download it here: http://www.ham-radio-deluxe.com/Downloads.aspx 73! Zack KD8KSN -Original Message- From: Jeremy Kiehner Sent: Wednesday, November 10, 2010 3:09 PM To: AMSAT-BB@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Log Book Recommendations Hi all, Playing with some log book software I found online through DXZone and other sources. Nothing so far seems to be geared, or even suited to satellite work, meaning; They all have one frequency field, few have satellite as a propagation, few track grids and states worked, etc. What I'm hoping to find is a log book that's Satellite and Earth-Earth friendly that'll track VUCC, WAS, and misc other awards (even if I must add them and parameters myself) and that'll allow me a Tx and Rx frequency field along with Satellite prop and which bird worked and integration with LotW and eQSL would be nice. (I know, I may be asking a bit much H-I) Google is a bit over whelming and time consuming to sift through, download, trial, and ultimately uninstall each piece of software I find. So what do you all use? I'm open to suggestions as I'm sure this may help others who are curious. 73 de KB3DLP / FM19rw ___ 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: Log Book Recommendations
Try the DXLab Suite: http://dxlabsuite.com/ I can't address EME, but it can be configured for satellite operations, and correctly supports both LotW and eQSL for satellites. Support is excellent. In addition to a log, it also handles spotting, has a module for working RTTY, some of the PSK modes, etc. However, you can use as much or as little as needed, and it is very customizable. I figure I use about 10%. It is also completely free. Alan WA4SCA ___ 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] Grid Expedition to DM16 / 17
All, I am planning on an activation of DM16 and DM17 in Death Valley for Nov 15, 16 and 17. The plan is to be at Furnace Creek, DM16, for passes in the afternoon of Nov 15 and possibly early Nov 16 passes as well. Then off to the north end of the valley to Ubehebe crater (DM17) for the afternoon of DM17. Then some possible morning passes again on Nov 17 back at Furnace Creek (DM16). I expect to be on the FM birds HO68 and SO50 and on the linear birds AO7 and VO52. QSL to my home QTH. Mike Herr WA6ARA DM-15 ___ 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: Log Book Recommendations
That is also what I use and rcommend. Dave Tipton Office 940.239.7368 Mobile 214.690.2512 Sent from my iPhone On Nov 10, 2010, at 1:28 PM, Dave Webb KB1PVH wrote: > I use ACLog by N3FJP http://www.n3fjp.com/ it works quite well, and fairly > easy to use. You can contact me direct and I'll let you know how I have it > setup. > > Dave - KB1PVH > > Sent from my Verizon Wireless DROID > On Nov 10, 2010 3:21 PM, "Jeremy Kiehner" wrote: >> Hi all, >> >> Playing with some log book software I found online through DXZone and > other >> sources. Nothing so far seems to be geared, or even suited to satellite >> work, meaning; They all have one frequency field, few have satellite as a >> propagation, few track grids and states worked, etc. >> >> What I'm hoping to find is a log book that's Satellite and Earth-Earth >> friendly that'll track VUCC, WAS, and misc other awards (even if I must > add >> them and parameters myself) and that'll allow me a Tx and Rx frequency > field >> along with Satellite prop and which bird worked and integration with LotW >> and eQSL would be nice. (I know, I may be asking a bit much H-I) >> >> Google is a bit over whelming and time consuming to sift through, > download, >> trial, and ultimately uninstall each piece of software I find. >> >> So what do you all use? I'm open to suggestions as I'm sure this may help >> others who are curious. >> >> 73 de KB3DLP / FM19rw >> ___ >> 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: Log Book Recommendations
I use ACLog by N3FJP http://www.n3fjp.com/ it works quite well, and fairly easy to use. You can contact me direct and I'll let you know how I have it setup. Dave - KB1PVH Sent from my Verizon Wireless DROID On Nov 10, 2010 3:21 PM, "Jeremy Kiehner" wrote: > Hi all, > > Playing with some log book software I found online through DXZone and other > sources. Nothing so far seems to be geared, or even suited to satellite > work, meaning; They all have one frequency field, few have satellite as a > propagation, few track grids and states worked, etc. > > What I'm hoping to find is a log book that's Satellite and Earth-Earth > friendly that'll track VUCC, WAS, and misc other awards (even if I must add > them and parameters myself) and that'll allow me a Tx and Rx frequency field > along with Satellite prop and which bird worked and integration with LotW > and eQSL would be nice. (I know, I may be asking a bit much H-I) > > Google is a bit over whelming and time consuming to sift through, download, > trial, and ultimately uninstall each piece of software I find. > > So what do you all use? I'm open to suggestions as I'm sure this may help > others who are curious. > > 73 de KB3DLP / FM19rw > ___ > 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] Log Book Recommendations
Hi all, Playing with some log book software I found online through DXZone and other sources. Nothing so far seems to be geared, or even suited to satellite work, meaning; They all have one frequency field, few have satellite as a propagation, few track grids and states worked, etc. What I'm hoping to find is a log book that's Satellite and Earth-Earth friendly that'll track VUCC, WAS, and misc other awards (even if I must add them and parameters myself) and that'll allow me a Tx and Rx frequency field along with Satellite prop and which bird worked and integration with LotW and eQSL would be nice. (I know, I may be asking a bit much H-I) Google is a bit over whelming and time consuming to sift through, download, trial, and ultimately uninstall each piece of software I find. So what do you all use? I'm open to suggestions as I'm sure this may help others who are curious. 73 de KB3DLP / FM19rw ___ 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] IC-251A for sale
I have a "surplus" IC-251A 2M http://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/hammulti/251a.html all mode transceiver for sale, built in 110V ps. Listing on these lists before Ebay. Asking $200. 73 Bob W7LRD CN87 ___ 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: AO51 pass this evening 0039UT
-Original Message- From: Jeremy Kiehner To: Kent Frazier Cc: amsat-bb Sent: Wed, Nov 10, 2010 2:32 am Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: AO51 pass this evening 0039UT > I personally use a recorder to record my contacts via the birds. > I have two hands, one holding the antenna, the other the speaker mic, > I'd need two more to hold pen and paper As I recall, I used a "Y" adapter coming out of the headphone jack. One side to my earphones, the other to my digital recorder. Made a quick note of my start and end of pass times. I later logged my contacts from the recording based on how far into the pass our contact took place. 73, Gary -K8KFJ- West Virginia Sat VUCC #125 ___ 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: Working the Transponder Sats
On 11/10/2010 10:55 AM, Kent Frazier wrote: > It has been suggested to me that I try the transponder sats. My question is > what type of equipment would I need for this. I'm currently unable to run > any type of mast mounted antenna(s) and would prefer it be portable or > mobile if possible. > > My current setup is an Icom W32-A handheld with an Elk antenna. Am I > correct in my belief that I can't work the transponder sats with an FM > radio? > > Thanks > You are correct that FM is a no go for the transponder satellites, with the exception of using an unmodulated FM signal as CW on the uplink. You will need some way to transmit and receive on 2m and 70cm SSB or CW. Personally I use a pair of Yaesu 817s and an Arrow while portable, or sometimes a single 817 for the downlink and the 857 in my truck for the uplink. The 817 is probably the most popular for portable satellite work. There are also many fine, older rigs on the used market. I've seen two 2m SSB rigs for less than $100 this week on the various swap boards. For the receive side, you can use most anything that will receive SSB or CW, including downconverters to a 10m radio, all mode scanner type receivers, the forthcoming AMSAT-UK Funcube Dongle SDR receiver, or even the all mode receiver in the Kenwood F6A. It's even possible to use a single 817 type rig half-duplex, although it's important to keep your power low, and really helps to have automatic Doppler tuning set up when half duplex. The transponders are a much friendlier, slower paced and more sane place to operate, but there is generally not the activity or diversity of stations as on FM. On the other hand, you can work some fine DX, have longer QSOs, and it's more of a challenge. 73, Drew KO4MA ___ 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] Working the Transponder Sats
It has been suggested to me that I try the transponder sats. My question is what type of equipment would I need for this. I'm currently unable to run any type of mast mounted antenna(s) and would prefer it be portable or mobile if possible. My current setup is an Icom W32-A handheld with an Elk antenna. Am I correct in my belief that I can't work the transponder sats with an FM radio? Thanks -- Kent, K5KNT ___ 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
