[amsat-bb] My long absence
Hello to my friends on the birds. I have been gone for several months and hope to be back soon. I've had some hardware issues and I have to admit I've not been diligent about resolving them as so many other things pop up that take my time. I think I can get things corrected and be back on the satellites this weekend so I'm looking forward to working you all again soon. 73 David K6CDW ___ 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
[amsat-bb] AO-27 Scheduler
Has the schedule on AO-27 changed radically? Here in the western US I've been used to being able to work AO-27 twice during the early afternoon but now it seems like the transmitter operation is during the wee hours of the morning. Has something changed in the last few months while I have been off the birds? David K6CDW ___ 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
[amsat-bb] NA1SS Chats with Lompoc, CA
I was checking out my equipment and had the ISS rising out of the Pacific. I rarely try to work the ISS but thought I would give it a try and manually swung the antennas over to the correct azimuth. I heard some chatter and was initially irritated that someone would be having a QSO on the downlink frequency but then from the conversation I realized that it was someone on the ISS describing seeing hurricanes in the Pacific. I could not believe my luck that NA1SS was actually working contacts! Not being able to hear the uplink, I gingerly threw out my Callsign a couple of times hoping to get into the rotation and then to my great embarrassment, it became apparent that NA1SS (Mike Fossum) was working a school contact in Lompoc, CA. I sure am glad that I just threw out my callsign twice before I clued in on things. At any rate I was able to monitor NA1SS down to about 3 degrees.really clean, strong signal. First time for me hearing the ISS because I rarely check it out and typically don't have SatPC32 even tracking it. Sure glad I decided to use it as a test target! 73 David K6CDW ___ 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
[amsat-bb] Homebrew Polarity Switch
Im looking into making a polarity switch for a ¼ wave offset crossed yagi and am reviewing the write-up in the ARRL Satellite Handbook and the ARRL Antenna Book (pretty much identical articles). The diagram calls for a 1/4 wave 36 ohm transformer as a part of the circuitry. Im having some trouble finding anything like this online. Is this a readily available item? Is it something I should plan on scratch building? There is a picture in the Antenna Handbook and the antenna includes this item and it appears to be a manufactured part. If anyone can point me in the right direction to find this item I would appreciate it. Additionally, if it is something that I could fabricate and there is good info available online, please forward any appropriate links to me. Thanks, David K6CDW ___ 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 CM94 ?
I will be taking a one day trip up the coast a bit to CM94. This is the grid that contains Vandenberg AFB which launches its fair share of satellites (unfortunately, I will not be operating from the base) and I've been told it is a bit of a rare grid these days. If you are looking for this grid, below are the passes I plan to operate. These will mostly be pretty high passes for me which is good as I will be using a handheld Arrow antenna. I wish there were a lower elevation pass of AO-07 in the east or even better, an easterly pass of HO-68 in FM mode but these are not in the cards. If there is enough demand, I can work on activating this grid again in the future. Here are the passes I plan to work: Day Object AOS(U) LOS maxEl Az 14.07.2010 AO-27 21:02 21:17 52 153 - 353 15.07.2010 AO-510:020:15 48 152 - 354 15.07.2010 AO-071:201:41 65 151 - 348 15.07.2010 FO-291:572:15 80 014 - 192 15.07.2010 AO-073:143:34 23 202 - 330 15.07.2010 VO-523:514:03 31 143 - 359 73, David K6CDW ___ 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 CM94 ?
Funny, I was just thinking about Jeff today wondering where he was. I was thinking about working more in the area around Santa Ynez.there's some big hills around Lompoc and I thought I might do better north of Santa Ynez. Speaking of paddling, I am in the early stages of planning to activate CM93 from Santa Rosa Island.thinking of next March.before it gets too hot! David From: John Neeley [mailto:w6...@att.net] Sent: Sunday, July 11, 2010 5:34 PM To: David Wing; AMSAT BB Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Looking for CM94 ? Hi David and are you paddling to the Islands??? Good place around Lompoc is at the train station, West of town along the beach. I worked from there early last year, but only station worked was Jeff, WB3JFS. Speaking of Jeff..anyone heard him on of late?? John W6ZKH _ From: David Wing da...@cdwing.com To: AMSAT BB amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Sun, July 11, 2010 5:06:20 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] Looking for CM94 ? I will be taking a one day trip up the coast a bit to CM94. This is the grid that contains Vandenberg AFB which launches its fair share of satellites (unfortunately, I will not be operating from the base) and I've been told it is a bit of a rare grid these days. If you are looking for this grid, below are the passes I plan to operate. These will mostly be pretty high passes for me which is good as I will be using a handheld Arrow antenna. I wish there were a lower elevation pass of AO-07 in the east or even better, an easterly pass of HO-68 in FM mode but these are not in the cards. If there is enough demand, I can work on activating this grid again in the future. Here are the passes I plan to work: Day Object AOS(U) LOSmaxEl Az 14.07.2010 AO-27 21:02 21:17 52 153 - 353 15.07.2010 AO-510:020:15 48 152 - 354 15.07.2010 AO-071:201:41 65 151 - 348 15.07.2010 FO-291:572:15 80 014 - 192 15.07.2010 AO-073:143:34 23 202 - 330 15.07.2010 VO-523:514:03 31 143 - 359 73, David K6CDW ___ 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: HO-68 question
I've noticed this a few times as well and it has not been intermod as I've had QSOs. For a while I had hoped that the bird was going to be turned on and left on but that has not been the case. David K6CDW -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Larry Gerhardstein Sent: Friday, June 18, 2010 12:10 PM To: AMSAT BB Subject: [amsat-bb] HO-68 question Sometimes when HO68 is not advertised by Alan to be ON, I can hear myself on the down-link frequency. Why is that. Is the sat really ON, or am I hearing intermod in my own equipment? BTW, this was during a near overhead pass. Tnx, Larry W7IN ___ 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: Road Trip (Air) to Turkey
Rick, have fun...the people there are very friendly and curious. Oh, if you do take BBQ, make it beef ribs. I travelled there for a month and never saw a pig anywhere ;) 73 David K6CDW -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of w6...@comcast.net Sent: Monday, March 15, 2010 6:50 AM To: Rick - WA4NVM Cc: AMSAT BB Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Road Trip (Air) to Turkey Just tell the locals you brought some Memphis BBQ with you, and you'll fit right in, Rick Have a safe trip... John W6ZKH - Original Message - From: Rick - WA4NVM wa4...@comcast.net To: AMSAT BB amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Sunday, March 14, 2010 8:47:18 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific Subject: [amsat-bb] Road Trip (Air) to Turkey Hi all over the pond, I will be operating as TA/WA4NVM from Turkey during my trip March 19 - April 2. Time permitting, I will operate only on the FM birds. Below is a list of my locations. Date Location Grid March 20-22 Istanbul, Turkey KN41 March 22-23 Canakkale, Turkey KN30 March 23-25 Kusadasi, Turkey KM37 March 25-27 Pamukkale, Turkey KM47 March 27-29 Antalya, Turkey KM56 March 29-31 Cappadocia, Turkey KM78 March 31-April 02 Istanbul, Turkey KN41 I hope to make some new friends on the birds. 73 all, Rick WA4NVM - Memphis ___ 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: Transporting HT and Arrow Antenna on commercial flight
I travel in the US and Canada about 4 or 5 times a year and always carry my HT and batteries in my carry-on luggage. Surprisingly, I've never been asked anything about my HT or spare batteries. I take my Arrow on some of these trips but it has always been in checked luggage. One time there was a TSA luggage inspection card in my luggage when I arrived at my destination, but no problem. I do like the idea of packing a photocopy of my full license in with the antenna and maybe a note that says amateur radio antenna for satellite communications. David/K6CDW -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Reid Crowe Sent: Saturday, February 27, 2010 9:44 PM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Transporting HT and Arrow Antenna on commercial flight Has anyone had luck with transporting an HT on a commercial flight in their carry on luggage recently? I doubt I'd have much luck with transporting an arrow antenna in my carry on. Any thoughts? 73 Reid N0RC ___ 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: success with 2E1EUB
Congratulations Bob! Success is sweet and I see you have already found a new mountain to conquer, hihi. 73 David K6CDW -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Bob- W7LRD Sent: Thursday, February 25, 2010 1:39 PM To: AMSAT-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] success with 2E1EUB We have been trying many weeks to have a simple QSO, with several near misses. At 2120Z via AO-7 I got a, you are 5/1 here. At 7504 km not a record, but a real fun effort. Next is Eric-PA1TNO, I may have to go portable on a nearby mountain. 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 ___ 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: FT817 and SatPc32
I rearranged the order of mine...didn't seem to have an adverse effect. -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Alan P. Biddle Sent: Monday, January 11, 2010 4:03 PM To: 'Howard Kowall'; 'amsat-bb@AMSAT.Org' Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: FT817 and SatPc32 Howard, There is a typo in the last line: LSB.REVLSB,REV I don't know in detail how SATPC32 parses the Doppler file. This probably isn't the source of your problem, but it needs fixing. Then restart SATPC32 with your fingers crossed. ;) Does it matter if you rearrange the 3 lines so the default mode changes? Alan WA4SCA -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Howard Kowall Sent: 11 January, 2010 17:45 To: amsat-bb@AMSAT.Org Subject: [amsat-bb] FT817 and SatPc32 Hello to all I am running SatPc32 ver 12.8a and a FT817ND(vhf) and a FT897D(uhf) It all works fine until I go to Sat HO-68,every time I go to that ast it shuts off my FT817nd Has anyone else had this problem Its almost like it is getting the cat command to shut off Below is my doppler settings from the sqf file that iI have put in. HO-68,435765,145925,USB,LSB,REV,0,0,Xponder HO-68,435675,145825,FM,FM,NOR,0,0,Rptr HO-68,435790,145910,USB,LSB.REV,0,0,CWbcn Thanx to all Howard VE4ISP ___ 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: FO-29 Schedule
Mineo, is there any update on the status of FO-29? I think there was an expectation that FO-29 would emerge from eclipse induced coma sometime this month. Is there still reason to be hopeful? David K6CDW -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Mineo Wakita Sent: Friday, November 20, 2009 4:33 PM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] FO-29 Schedule Examination use is performed late this week only over Japan. UTC 20 Nov. 22:23 - 22:30 Command test 21 Nov. 21:28 - 21:35 Command test 22 Nov. 22:17 - 22:27 Analog operation JE9PEL, Mineo Wakita ___ 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] One year on the birds
My first contact on satellite was 29-Dec-08 via AO-51 and the QSO was appropriately with Clint Bradford, K6LCS. It is appropriate that it was with Clint because Clint is the one that sparked my interest in working satellites. I remember reading about amateur radio satellites in my Technician exam preparation book where it was discussing the various forms of amateur radio. I also distinctly remember the impression that the author said working satellites was challenging and not easy to do. Along comes Clint to do a demo at one of the PAPA System monthly breakfasts with his Arrow II and an HT and showed just how easy it can be. At that point I was intrigued enough to put an Arrow II on my Christmas wish list and a few days after Christmas, I got myself on AO-51. I remember that first pass seemed very busy but Clint and I had pre-arranged to work it and having that successful contact fanned the fire. The next morning I got up early and drove over to a local hill with no trees and buildings so that I could work an early morning easterly pass of AO-51. I easily worked N9AMW, K8YSE and K9QHO and I would say that it was that pass that firmly implanted the satellite bug because that day I started designing an easy to use log sheet to keep track of AOS, Max El, LOS, call signs, etc. Trying to hold the antenna, a clipboard/pen and radio while tracking AO-51 in the sky, making QSOs and logging call signs, times and grid squares must have looked pretty comical for the neighbors, but I never even noticed. I added a clipboard lamp, a little digital clock and figured a way to mount the antenna and radio on a tripod. This made things a lot easier but it was still a chore to set up.plus now that I was not totally consumed in all I had to do, I was noticing neighbors with raised eyebrows as I set-up in the driveway. From that early start I graduated to a gable-mounted G-5500 with my Arrow II and SatPC32.now I could operate from the comfort and privacy of my indoor shack (and yes, there have been many early morning passes worked while in a bathrobe). This past Thanksgiving I finally got a short rooftop tower with high gain antennas and polarity switches. What a world of difference! SO-50 is like a whole new satellite! After year 1, I have 1500+ QSOs, 130+ unique grid squares and I'm still hunting for my last five states. I've made several friends that I QSO with regularly, sometimes multiple times in a day. I've enjoyed working the new birds SO-67 and HO-68, unusual modes like AO-51 SSB/FM and I'm working to get my S-Band set-up working and a couple of 70cm helix antennas built and put into use (thanks to Mike/K9QHO for the info and encouragement). Happy New Year to everyone and hope to work you on the birds sometime! 73 David K6CDW ___ 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: Compact Quadrifilar Helix antenna
Ron, I recently put up some crossed yagis with the ability to switch from RHCP to LHCP and I cannot recommend strongly enough that it is a real advantage to be able to do this. Note that you would not T-Connect antennas with differing polarity...you want to be able to switch between them. You could do that with an antenna switch, either remote up near the antennas or in the shack...of course in the shack means you have to run two feedlines. Another option is to build a relay switch as described here: http://www.kb0nly.net/ant%20switch.html 73, David K6CDW -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of rnut...@networkref.com Sent: Wednesday, December 30, 2009 11:32 AM To: jmfranke; amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org; Andrew Glasbrenner; Jeff Kelly Cc: amsat-bb Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Compact Quadrifilar Helix antenna Which one should I get or should I order both and put a T connector between them ? Ron KA4KYI --Original Message-- From: jmfranke Sender: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org To: Andrew Glasbrenner To: Jeff Kelly Cc: amsat-bb Sent: Dec 30, 2009 12:30 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Compact Quadrifilar Helix antenna I have both the RHCP and LHCP receiver versions, but with a house move, I have not had the opportunity to test them. John WA4WDL -- From: Andrew Glasbrenner glasbren...@mindspring.com Sent: Wednesday, December 30, 2009 1:14 PM To: Jeff Kelly jke...@bellatlantic.net Cc: amsat-bb amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Compact Quadrifilar Helix antenna Jeff Kelly wrote: This antenna has been out for a while: http://www.antennas.us/store/p/229-UC-4364-328-Amateur-Satellite-antenna.htm l any feedback on it? Jeff KT2K ___ 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 Works OK with a good preamp. I have one mounted on my Explorer with some magnets from Harbor Freight, and an ARR preamp. Lots of guys here in deed-restricted communes, err, communities use them because of their stealth qualities. 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 Sent from my BlackBerryR wireless device ___ 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: One year on the birds
Patrick, I remember that QSO and remember scratching my head and wondering what you were going on about being in 2 grids at once!?!? Thankfully you were (and are) a great elmer and took the time to bring me up to speed. I'd love to have a copy of that QSO...go ahead and send it over. 73, David -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Patrick STODDARD (WD9EWK/VA7EWK) Sent: Wednesday, December 30, 2009 9:50 PM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: One year on the birds Hi David! My first contact on satellite was 29-Dec-08 via AO-51 snip I must have worked you the day after that first QSO. I have a QSO with you on 30 December 2008 at 0129 UTC. I was south of Phoenix standing on the DM32/DM42 boundary, and you questioned how I could be in two grids at once. I did not know at that time - and didn't know until this e-mail - that you were just starting out on the satellites at that time. I was not on the pass where you made your first QSO. I have the audio from the pass where we worked for the first time, and could send you an MP3 if you'd like a copy of it. After year 1, I have 1500+ QSOs, 130+ unique grid squares and I'm still hunting for my last five states. I've made several friends that I QSO with regularly, sometimes multiple times in a day. I've enjoyed working the new birds SO-67 and HO-68, unusual modes like AO-51 SSB/FM and I'm working to get my S-Band set-up working and a couple of 70cm helix antennas built and put into use (thanks to Mike/K9QHO for the info and encouragement). It's been fun to work you in SSB via satellite, along with the many QSOs on the FM birds. Hope to work you more in 2010. Happy New Year and 73 from the desert Patrick WD9EWK/VA7EWK http://www.wd9ewk.net/ ___ 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: AO-51 magnet reversal tonight
I have to agree with John...significant increase in the polarity switching noticed both on the US west coast pass last night (02-Dec-09 0158) and this morning (03-Dec-09 1417). This morning's pass required a lot of switching...some of it back-to-back (10 seconds between switching). Also, it took a long time to acquire the bird and I lost it early as well. For the sake of full disclosure, I've only been running polarity switches since Thanksgiving day but in that time I've worked AO-51 several times and the need to switch polarity has been minimal. 73, David -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of w6...@comcast.net Sent: Thursday, December 03, 2009 7:43 AM To: amsat-bb Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: AO-51 magnet reversal tonight Drew, the only difference I detected in the 0029 utc pass over Western US was the polarity changes. Almost thought I was on SO-50 instead of AO-51. Had to keep the hand on the reversal switch. Heard acouple of other comments about it too during the pass. Signal strength here on the West Coast seemed to be the same as before. John W6ZKH ___ 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: Can someone please remind me which birds need to beilluminated...
We're holding out breath and hoping it comes back in January when it emergences from it's long winter night. -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Mark Lunday Sent: Thursday, December 03, 2009 7:51 PM To: 'Andrew Glasbrenner' Cc: 'amsat-bb' Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Can someone please remind me which birds need to beilluminated... Thanks, I have not been active for several months...was wondering why I was not hearing FO29 Mark Lunday WD4ELG Greensboro, NC - FM06be wd4...@arrl.net http://wd4elg.net http://wd4elg.blogspot.com -Original Message- From: Andrew Glasbrenner [mailto:glasbren...@mindspring.com] Sent: Thursday, December 03, 2009 10:30 PM To: Mark Lunday Cc: 'amsat-bb' Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Can someone please remind me which birds need to be illuminated... Mark Lunday wrote: with sunlight in order to function? AO-7 - yes AO-16 - ??? No longer usable under most circumstances, requires constant attention to stay on. AO-27 - no AO-51- no FO-29 ??? Battery issues, requires full or near full illumination for the entire orbit. Not currently operational over the US. May return. VO-52 - no SO-50 - no SO-67 - ??? Currently only scheduled for passes while illuminated. 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: AO-51 magnet reversal tonight
Drew, When you say flip the orientation of the satellite, do you mean a physical change of the orientation or are you referring to some other orientation that is not necessarily a physical change (maybe a change in the RF polarization or something like that). Is this being done in an attempt to mitigate the impact of the decreasing rate of spin? 73 David K6CDW -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Andrew Glasbrenner Sent: Wednesday, December 02, 2009 8:36 AM To: Amsat-BB Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-51 magnet reversal tonight On the 2242UTC pass of AO-51 tonight, we will try for the first time to reverse the magnet and flip the orientation of the satellite. While we do this, the 435.300 transmitter will be shut off for about 10 minutes. If the reversal is successful, we should see some changes in signal levels and patterns. This particular maneuver has not attempted since launch. I'd appreciate any signal reports or observations from this evening and the next few days be emailed to ao51-mo...@amsat.org or ko...@amsat.org. In related news, as the spacecraft spin inexplicably continues to slow, we are seeing increasingly larger dips in the spacecraft voltage when the panels are poorly aligned to the sun. The immediate result of this is that we have had to decrease the power on both transmitters to prevent discharging the batteries too deeply. We'll be working on mitigating strategies this coming month. This may include using existing software routines to automatically lower the downlink power during these dips in power production, or resolving to run one transmitter at a time instead of simultaneous digital and repeater downlinks. 73, Drew KO4MA AMSAT-NA VP Operations ___ 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: Space Station sighting
Tim, By all means try out using a binocular or a telescope but don't rush out and buy something just for this unless you are prepared to buy something specifically for viewing celestial bodies. My point is that a handheld binocular is not stable enough to hold the celestial body in the field of view. You can try using a tripod but a regular camera tripod is sometimes difficult to work with as they are designed to keep something very still as opposed to tracking something on both azimuth and elevation. Again, definitely try things out but I would start with something borrowed if you don't already own a binocular or a telescope. Just my 2 cents. 73, David -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Tim Goodrich Sent: Friday, November 27, 2009 6:01 PM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Space Station sighting I just saw the space station for the first time ever. It was a beautiful 315(NW) to 135 (SE) degree pass at 01:32UTC and was easily visible as the one of the brightest lights in the sky to the naked eye. This, even in the light polluted sky of Los Angeles. I thought it was quite cool (although my g/f didn't share in my enthusiasm) and am going to have to find a telescope of binoculars for the next one. Tim KI6VBY ___ 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: SO-67 28Nov2009 1340-1345z
I read the message as being more than just a suggestion from Jan-Albert...it read to me as a planned schedule. The suggested reference was simply to give credit to the regional coordinators for their input...I did not view it as meaning the schedule Jan-Albert put out was just suggested. This all said, the bird is still in testing which means to me that *all* published/planned schedules are in the anticipated category ;) 73 David K6CDW -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Perry Yantis Sent: Saturday, November 28, 2009 8:10 AM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] SO-67 28Nov2009 1340-1345z Why does all think that SO67 is suppose to be on this weekend? The email you read said it was a suggested schedule The SO67 web page has not updated the satellites schedule since last weekend. This suggests to me that SO67 will not be on this weekend. Also the not hearing it reports confirm that. Perry WB8OTH ___ 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] Polarity Switch Question
Getting really close to having everything installed and working on the roof! May get to work some birds later today if the XYL doesn't corner me with housekeeping chores in preparation for tomorrow. One of the antennas that I'm putting up is an old Cushcraft 30 element 440 with a polarity switch. I have not been able to find any documentation on this antenna and I wonder if there is an easy way to determine if the antenna is set up for RHCP or LHCP. Clearly feeding 12v to the switch will change the polarity but I'm wondering if there is an easy way to determine what the default setting is before the switch is energized. 73, David K6CDW ___ 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: Running Power to the Polarity Switch
Thanks Domenico...didn't see your reply before I responded to John. Ciao! David -Original Message- From: i8cvs [mailto:domenico.i8...@tin.it] Sent: Thursday, November 19, 2009 11:08 PM To: David Wing; AMSAT-BB Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Running Power to the Polarity Switch - Original Message - From: David Wing da...@cdwing.com To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Friday, November 20, 2009 4:58 AM Subject: [amsat-bb] Running Power to the Polarity Switch I'm making good progress to get my KLM and Cushcraft antennas mounted on the roof.I think I'll be able to wrap it all up this weekend. Hi David, Happy to hear about your progress. I do have a question about the polarity switch on the Cushcraft 30 element 440 antenna. The switch has one lead that seems to be intended go to +12vDC and the negative lead goes to the boom of the antenna. Do I need connect -12vDC to the coax on my feed line in order to complete this circuit? No .run please a separate wire for the -12 volt DC Seems easier to just disconnect the wire from the boom and run it to a dedicated -12vDC lead. A dedicated wire for the -12 volt DC is best My switch on my KLM is fed with dedicated leads for + and - and it seems that would be the easiest way to deal with the Cushcraft. Yes, I agree Am I missing something obvious here? I have wires to spare and can so it's not a big savings to me to run the -12vDC on the coax if that is the reason why this was designed this way. To run power supply to the above relay I have used a coax cable RG-58 The inner conductor for +12 volt DC and the braid for -12 Volt DC Pointers and suggestions welcome. 73, David 73 de i8CVS Domenico ___ 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: Running Power to the Polarity Switch
Right, I expect the long wire goes to +12vDC and that the negative is run over the coax. Is the only reason to run it over coax to save from having to run another wire? I've got extra wires available and would prefer to run it direct rather than on the coax...no problem with that do you think? I'll be off the birds over the weekend while I move the rotator and cables around. 73, David K6CDW -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of w6...@comcast.net Sent: Friday, November 20, 2009 7:00 AM To: i8cvs Cc: amsat-bb Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Running Power to the Polarity Switch I just rebuilt my rotor/antenna system here, and I am using the spare 2-#18 conductors in the rotor cable for each rotor as my 12 volt line to each of the yagi's. In the house, I just run to a DPDT switch and use a WallWart for the 12 volts. David, I think that long black wire goes to +12 volts, not negative, as I noted one wire went to the boom for the return, suspecting he used the coax as the ground point. I may be wrong. John - Original Message - From: i8cvs domenico.i8...@tin.it To: David Wing da...@cdwing.com, AMSAT-BB amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Thursday, November 19, 2009 11:07:56 PM GMT -08:00 US/Canada Pacific Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Running Power to the Polarity Switch - Original Message - From: David Wing da...@cdwing.com To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Friday, November 20, 2009 4:58 AM Subject: [amsat-bb] Running Power to the Polarity Switch I'm making good progress to get my KLM and Cushcraft antennas mounted on the roof.I think I'll be able to wrap it all up this weekend. Hi David, Happy to hear about your progress. I do have a question about the polarity switch on the Cushcraft 30 element 440 antenna. The switch has one lead that seems to be intended go to +12vDC and the negative lead goes to the boom of the antenna. Do I need connect -12vDC to the coax on my feed line in order to complete this circuit? No .run please a separate wire for the -12 volt DC Seems easier to just disconnect the wire from the boom and run it to a dedicated -12vDC lead. A dedicated wire for the -12 volt DC is best My switch on my KLM is fed with dedicated leads for + and - and it seems that would be the easiest way to deal with the Cushcraft. Yes, I agree Am I missing something obvious here? I have wires to spare and can so it's not a big savings to me to run the -12vDC on the coax if that is the reason why this was designed this way. To run power supply to the above relay I have used a coax cable RG-58 The inner conductor for +12 volt DC and the braid for -12 Volt DC Pointers and suggestions welcome. 73, David 73 de i8CVS Domenico ___ 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] Running Power to the Polarity Switch
I'm making good progress to get my KLM and Cushcraft antennas mounted on the roof.I think I'll be able to wrap it all up this weekend. I do have a question about the polarity switch on the Cushcraft 30 element 440 antenna. The switch has one lead that seems to be intended go to +12vDC and the negative lead goes to the boom of the antenna. Do I need connect -12vDC to the coax on my feed line in order to complete this circuit? Seems easier to just disconnect the wire from the boom and run it to a dedicated -12vDC lead. My switch on my KLM is fed with dedicated leads for + and - and it seems that would be the easiest way to deal with the Cushcraft. Am I missing something obvious here? I have wires to spare and can so it's not a big savings to me to run the -12vDC on the coax if that is the reason why this was designed this way. Pointers and suggestions welcome. 73, David ___ 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] News from W6FOG
I just finished a short QSO with Neil W6FOG on VO-52. He did confirm that when he attempted to start his sailing trip he ran into very bad weather and after 16 hours of high seas and rain, he had to call the Coast Guard to come get him and tow him in as he was suffering from hypothermia. The tow broke 3 times on the way in as conditions were quite bad. At any rate he is hoping to start out again this coming weekend on Saturday or Sunday. Please keep in mind that I am only relating conversations I have with Neil on the air.I have no other contact with him and am in the dark about things just as much as everyone else sometimes. Please post comments on the -bb whenever you contact Neil on his trip.everyone is interested in the latest from him as he makes his way from San Francisco (CM87) through the Panama Canal to the Caribbean. 73 David K6CDW ___ 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: Test Schedule SO-67
Chris, are these times UTC? What date is this for? 73, David -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Chris Bloy Sent: Tuesday, November 03, 2009 10:59 AM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Test Schedule SO-67 Posted: 11:30 - 11:41 (Japan) 12:47 - 13:01 (Australia) 15:06 - 15:20 (Canada / USA) 16:43 - 16:55 (Canada / USA) 19:05 - 19:18 (RSA) The CTCSS tone for the transponder is 233.6 Hz. Uplink: 145.875MHz Downlink: 435.345MHz Additional recommendations: Use only narrow FM Switch off compression Speak softly (mic gain down) Satellite characteristics: All antennas are linear vertically polarized (1/4 wavelength) Sat Tx power = 5W Sat Rx sensitivity = -116.5dBm for 12dB SINAD Max antenna gain = 4dBi Thanks, Chris - M0DQO ___ 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: Please help me design a polarity switcher...
Try this http://www.kb0nly.net/ant%20switch.html -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Elan Portnoy Sent: Tuesday, November 03, 2009 9:25 PM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Please help me design a polarity switcher... I have both vertical and horizontal elements of my 70cm yagi coming into the shack via separate runs of LM400. They meet in a box with bits of coax for matching and phasing before going to the radio. I would like to add a relay to make polarity changes quick and easy. Do I need to use a specific type of relay or will a garden variety DPDT from Radio Shack be sufficient? Thanks, Elan WB2IOL ___ 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] Do you have Documentatoin for Cushcraft Antennas
I recently acquired a couple of used Cushcraft antennas and have been looking around for documentation but not having any luck. I have the following two antennas: 435-30CP with polarity switch 2M-16CP with polarity switch I'm not 100% sure on the model names but they are the 70cm 30 element and 2M 16 element antennas. If anyone has documentation on these that you can forward in e-mail or fax (contact me of list for fax number), I'd appreciate it. There are some wires I'm not really sure as to their function on the polarity switch. 73 David K6CDW ___ 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: Stealth Satellite Station?
Are you able to put up a temporary mast of modest height? I've used a 2 foot section of fence pipe in a bucket of quickcrete as a base and then use a smaller diameter of fence pipe to slide into the piece that is held in the bucket of cement. I've gone as high as 30' with this kind of set-up by putting it next to a pillar, strapping it to the pillar with a truck load strap and then guying it with rope (this is how I put up my 6M summertime set-up...worked great). You certainly don't need to go 30'...12 or 15' might be just fine. If the landlord could see that it's not being bolted to his property and is basically a portable set-up, he might be a lot more open to it. In fact, I wouldn't even ask him. If you're not attaching it to his house and there are no restrictions to an antenna in the back-yard, go for it. -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Kent Frazier Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 6:03 PM To: AMSAT-BB@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Stealth Satellite Station? I currently live in a rental house and an outside antenna is out of the question. I asked about putting up a satellite TV dish at my own expense last year and received and flat out NO. So, my current options are as follows: 1. Going out to my car and working the FM birds with my Icom 2720H and 19 whip. 2. Working the FM birds from the back/front yard or possibly inside the house with my Icom W32A and Elk LP antenna. 3. Setting up my 2720 in the house with some sort of stealth antenna and give a try at satellite APRS. Obviously options 1 and 3 still allow for option 2. Has anyone tried any form of stealth antenna for Satellites. I am really interested in the idea of combining the satellites and aprs together. -- Kent R Frazier, K5KNT AMSAT #36765, ARRL, San Angelo Amateur Radio Club, Tom Green County - ARES Sent from San Angelo, TX, United States ___ 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] Please don't feed the trolls
...it just teaches them to hang around and be trolls ___ 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: W6FOG ???
I would go with what you heard about departure date...I got my report from someone else and I'm not even sure they spoke directly with Neil -Original Message- From: D. Craig Fox [mailto:d...@rwglaw.com] Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 10:24 AM To: David Wing; amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: RE: [amsat-bb] Re: W6FOG ??? I spoke to Neil last night on VO52. He said that a storm off Baja was delaying his departure. I thought he said 3 days, but I may have misunderstood. He always has a nice strong signal, just no doppler control. Craig N6RSX -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org]on Behalf Of David Wing Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 9:04 AM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: W6FOG ??? I have not spoken to Neil (W6FOG) but I have heard that he has postponed his departure due to the hurricane activity coming into Mexico from the Pacific. What I've heard is that he is now planning to depart on 11/4 but I have not spoken directly with Neil. 73 David K6CDW -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Alvaro de Leon Romo Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 8:31 AM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] W6FOG ??? Hi guys is W6FOG on schedule ? He will use all FM satellites ? or just AO51 ... TNX Al XE2AT Pd someone has heard him ?? _ Si no está en Windows Live, nunca pasó http://www.actualizatuperfil.com.mx/ ___ 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 NOTICE: This communication may contain privileged or other confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this communication, or an employee or agent responsible for delivering this communication to the intended recipient, please advise the sender by reply email and immediately delete the message and any attachments without copying or disclosing the contents. Thank you. ___ 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: AO-07
I just check the AO-7 log to see what mode is being reported by recent contacts: http://www.planetemily.com/ao7/ao7log.php My understanding is that when AO-7 goes into eclipse, it shuts down and then when it comes back into sunlight, it re-boots and randomly selects a mode. Right now while it is always in sunlight, there is a 24 hour timer that toggles between modes A and B. 73, David K6CDW -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Vincenzo Mone Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 10:17 AM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-07 Hi folks, Please is there a schedule like the old AO-13 to understand on which mode is The AO-7? Every time I have the Ao-7 on my QTH I cannot hear it and cannot understand if it is not in mode B Or I have a problem. Thanks 73 de Enzo IK8OZV EasyLog 5 BetaTester EasyLog PDA BetaTester WinBollet BetaTester D.C.I. CheckPoint Regione Campania Skype: ik8ozv8520 *** *GSM +39 338 9749786 * *SMS +39 338 9749786 * *FAX +39 328 7244294 * ***2nd e-mail: vim...@tin.it*** *** ___ 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: QSL cards mailed today
I second that emotion! Thanks Patrick! David K6CDW -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Tim - N3TL Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 11:37 AM To: amsat...@wd9ewk.net; amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: QSL cards mailed today Patrick, Thank you for your efforts to promote AMSAT and satellite operations. I appreciate them very much, and I know many others do, too. Tim - N3TL From: Patrick STODDARD (WD9EWK/VA7EWK) amsat...@wd9ewk.net To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Tuesday, October 20, 2009 2:17:30 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] QSL cards mailed today Hi! After printing more QSL cards on Sunday and writing out almost 200 cards along with envelopes last night, I dropped a large batch of envelopes at the post office this morning. These cards cover my activity from the east coast around the recently-concluded AMSAT Symposium (Washington DC/FM18, BWI Airport MD/FM19, Bear DE/FM29), as well as Saturday's activity - the Tucson AZ hamfest (DM42) in the morning, and at or just east of the Arizona/New Mexico state line (DM52) in the afternoon/early evening. Thanks to all who worked WD9EWK from these locations over the past couple of weeks. I enjoy getting on the air from almost anywhere I go, and the QSLing after the trip is an important part of that. 73! Patrick WD9EWK/VA7EWK http://www.wd9ewk.net/ ___ 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] Trouble Adding Satellite to DOPPLER.SQF
Not sure what I'm doing wrong but I can't seem to get SUMBDILA frequency information added into SatPC32. The satellite recently showed up on my satellite list the last time I updated my keps but there was no frequency information. I've updated the DOPPLER.SQF with the following: SUMBDILA,435350,145880,FM,FM,NOR,0,0 I inserted this in the middle of the file (just after the AO-51 entries), saved the file, restarted SatPC32 and still did not see the frequency info when I selected the satellite and went to the CAT Tuning window. I rebooted the PC and had the same results...no frequency info appears in the CAT Tuning window It seems pretty straightforward to add this to the file but I must be doing something wrong. Currently running a registered copy of v.12.8 73 David K6CDW ___ 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: Trouble Adding Satellite to DOPPLER.SQF
Never mind...figured it out. There are multiple DOPPLER.SQF files and I had updated the wrong one. -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of David Wing Sent: Monday, October 19, 2009 9:21 AM To: 'Amsat-BB' Subject: [amsat-bb] Trouble Adding Satellite to DOPPLER.SQF Not sure what I'm doing wrong but I can't seem to get SUMBDILA frequency information added into SatPC32. The satellite recently showed up on my satellite list the last time I updated my keps but there was no frequency information. I've updated the DOPPLER.SQF with the following: SUMBDILA,435350,145880,FM,FM,NOR,0,0 I inserted this in the middle of the file (just after the AO-51 entries), saved the file, restarted SatPC32 and still did not see the frequency info when I selected the satellite and went to the CAT Tuning window. I rebooted the PC and had the same results...no frequency info appears in the CAT Tuning window It seems pretty straightforward to add this to the file but I must be doing something wrong. Currently running a registered copy of v.12.8 73 David K6CDW ___ 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: Icom R-75 Like New in the Box
gr...somebody at the facility needs to be strung up! I can't believe they would not let him put up a wire just to monitor! -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of John Henderson N4NAB Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2009 1:16 PM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Icom R-75 Like New in the Box R-75 receiver for sale. Selling for elderly Ham who moved into a assisted living unit and wanted something to listen to. the facility would not let him put up antenna or string a wire. Unit is in the box ( but opened and powered up by me) as new. $425 plus shipping from 28584 ( 17# packed). Thanks n4...@amsat.org John John John Henderson N4NAB 212 Bayside Drive Cape Carteret, NC 28584 ___ 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] KLM 2M-14C...waterproof the polarity switch?
Anyone out there with KLM antennas with the polarity switch care to comment on whether you have put a housing on the switch to protect it from the elements? It looks like the relay has silicon around the base but it just grates me the wrong way to have a circuit board with a power connection and components exposed to the elements. Maybe it has not been an issue but I'd care to hear of anyone experiences. If anyone has built up a housing and have pictures or directions, please pass them along 73, David K6CDW ___ 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: FM satellite operations again again over Europe
I do that on FM repeaters and on the birds when I'm working with people who recognize my call sign or are likely to. I'll switch to phonetics if there is someone new to me or when I'm calling CQ -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Samudra Haque N3RDX Sent: Tuesday, October 13, 2009 2:11 PM To: Tony Langdon Cc: amsat-bb@amsat.org; Gary Lockhart; Eric Knaps,ON4HF Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: FM satellite operations again again over Europe I asked as I am still puzzled why in the US on local FM nets hams just use n,3,r,d,x instead of november three romeo david x-ray. On Tue, Oct 13, 2009 at 4:59 PM, Tony Langdon vk3...@gmail.com wrote: At 07:30 AM 10/14/2009, Samudra Haque wrote: on a satellite QSO, is it traditional to say A, B, C instead of Alfa Bravo Charlie for brevity when referring to call signs and grid locators ? That can backfire and waste time, due to people not understanding the letters. For example, my callsign under adverse conditions could be mis heard as (heard most of the following on terrestrial repeaters or IRLP/Echolink, let alone on the birds!): VK3JEB VK3JD VK3JB VK3JEV VK3JV And the list goes on ;) The overhead in asking for clarification or getting a correction outweighs the overhead of using phonetics in most cases. Once callsigns are confirmed, you can drop the phonetics (though usually by then, the QSO is over, so someone else can have a go ;) ). Phonetics are also more likely to survive brief bursts of QRM or brief fades. 73 de VK3JED / VK3IRL http://vkradio.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] W6FOG will be Marine Mobile starting 10/19
QST QST QST W6FOG asked me to post a note that he will be sailing from San Francisco to Puerto Vallarta departing on 10/19/09. Neil will be working many of the ocean grids on the way so be sure to listen for W6FOG if you want some west coast ocean grids. 73, David K6CDW ___ 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: A0-27 Website
Rick, Not sure about the AO-27 website but for tracking the TOPR, I use a little utility called AO-27 Satellite Schedule You can download this at: http://www.cs.rit.edu/~cjh9783/programs/satsched.php Good contact this afternoon on AO-27...the QRN cleared just long enough to hear you call me after I told K8YSE there was too much noise to understand him. 73 David K6CDW -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Rick - WA4NVM Sent: Tuesday, October 06, 2009 2:02 PM To: AMSAT BB Subject: [amsat-bb] A0-27 Website Hi All, Does anyone know what has happened to the A0-27 website? It hasn't worked for over three days. So far, I just have to track and listen for the bird to turn on. Thanks for any information, Rick - WA4NVM ___ 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: Rotators
I don't know about other rotators...I'm using the G-5500. The GS-232A computer interface is ridiculously expensive...more than the G-5500. I've been using the Fox Delta ST2...it has worked flawlessly for me and it was less than $100 assembled (but not including an enclosure) -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Clint Bradford Sent: Sunday, October 04, 2009 9:07 AM To: AMSAT BB Subject: [amsat-bb] Rotators Besides the Yaesu G-5500 and its GS-232A interface, what other rotator/ computer controllers are reliable performers? I am rotator-knowledge-clueless ... I only have expeience with the '5500. Clint, K6LCS http://www.work-sat.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: SAT32PC issue-sat drops off
Craig, I have not had this problem but have heard you mention it before. I did have a pass come up way off frequency and not sure why that happened...has only happened once as far as I remember. Hope you catch you on VO-52 soon. David K6CDW -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of D. Craig Fox Sent: Sunday, September 27, 2009 8:40 PM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] SAT32PC issue-sat drops off hello all on this distinguished listserv! I love staying in the loop thru this listerv. But I digress. Recently I notice that VO52 has been getting dropped off of my sat 32 pc sat list. I have to make a point of adding it back on. This never used to happen. Any clues/suggestions? Thanks in advance! Craig N6RSX AMSAT # 36607 - NOTICE: This communication may contain privileged or other confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this communication, or an employee or agent responsible for delivering this communication to the intended recipient, please advise the sender by reply email and immediately delete the message and any attachments without copying or disclosing the contents. Thank you. ___ 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: HRD+FT-847+G5500 need usb controler
Raul, RT Systems does ship internationally. Here is the page for the adapter...scroll to the bottom of the page for the USB to Serial Adapter part number RTS-03: http://www.rtsystemsinc.com/othercables_template.cfm -Original Message- From: Raul Romero [mailto:ce3...@gmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, August 26, 2009 7:10 AM To: David Wing Cc: AMSAT-BB@amsat.org Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Re: HRD+FT-847+G5500 need usb controler you have webpage good USB to DB-9 converter ? send to CHILE Raul - Are you still wasting your time with spam?... There is a solution! Protected by GIANT Company's Spam Inspector The most powerful anti-spam software available. http://mail.spaminspector.com - Original Message - From: David Wing da...@cdwing.com To: AMSAT-BB@amsat.org Sent: Tuesday, August 25, 2009 3:51 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: HRD+FT-847+G5500 need usb controler By the way, the Fox Delta kit has 9 pin serial connector but I just use a USB converter and it works fine. I've had excellent results with the RT Systems serial/USB converter David -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of David Wing Sent: Tuesday, August 25, 2009 12:47 PM To: AMSAT-BB@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: HRD+FT-847+G5500 need usb controler Raul, I'm using SatPC32 not HRD but I've been using the Fox Delta ST2 and it works very well for me. I'm also using the G-5500 and FT-847. http://www.foxdelta.com/products/st2.htm Good Luck David K6CDW -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Raul Romero Sent: Tuesday, August 25, 2009 12:40 PM To: AMSAT-BB@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] HRD+FT-847+G5500 need usb controler any have info for controler to yaesu rotator over usb need Economy unit Tnx Raul CA3SOC - Are you still wasting your time with spam?... There is a solution! Protected by GIANT Company's Spam Inspector The most powerful anti-spam software available. http://mail.spaminspector.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 ___ 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: DM19 Activated Aug 17
I'll second that...thanks Mark! David -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Patrick STODDARD (WD9EWK/VA7EWK) Sent: Wednesday, August 26, 2009 6:52 PM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: DM19 Activated Aug 17 Hi! WA8SME's QSL for our QSO on 17 August arrived today. Thanks for the nice card, Mark, and for making the effort to stop in DM19 last week. 73! Patrick WD9EWK/VA7EWK http://www.wd9ewk.net/ ___ 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] FO-29 Still Silent
Anyone have any word on what's up with FO-29 ? Still not heard on the 27-Aug 0404 Northamerican pass ___ 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: FO-29 Heard...sort of
Nevermind...when I rolled up power I was just blasting my front end. Did this test again while FO-29 was on the other side of the earth and got the same results so, like I said, nevermind ;( -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of David Wing Sent: Monday, August 24, 2009 9:28 PM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] FO-29 Heard...sort of So, after dismal results on the FO-29 passes this morning and reading other reports of the bird not being heard, I jumped on the 0409 UTC North American pass this evening to try a few things. I found that I could hear my self whistling but it was very distorted and fairly low audio. I had to turn up to 50W to hear things although at apogee (41 degree) was able to just barely hear a distorted whistle when I was pushing 10W. At apogee and 50W I *might* have been hearing myself do a 1-2 count repeatedly but I'm not sure.whistling definitely was coming through but was distorted and raspy (like a torn speaker) Anyway, not sure if this info is helpful or not but wanted to report it. 73 David K6CDW ___ 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: AO-51
Nothing heard on the 0119 UTC North American pass of AO-51 73, David K6CDW DM04 * Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: AO-51 * From: Francisco Jiménez-Martín, EB1IAT mailto:eb1...@domain.hidden eb1...@x * Date: Mon, 27 Jul 2009 20:09:31 +0200 * DKIM-Signature: v=1; a=rsa-sha256; c=relaxed/relaxed; d=gmail.com; s=gamma;h=domainkey-signature:received:received:from:to:references:in-reply- to:subject:date:message-id:mime-version:content-type:content-transfer-encodi ng:x-priority:x-msmail-priority:x-mailer:importance:thread-index:content-lan guage;bh=7sVPvFwO//0edSShYxGhYsweO8B8TBTIC+IxzKbjb8E=;b=h3O3IdeNvro4jyYKY6ny inFVXYXcEp0f8psbgp0txpNj0dVWDvyKKEX/HbEOU6/VwajUaGvexd3SebnOdmjLmYKMIYgffVdE Gp0Dz/rVMpjPx8QgVutH4Vt20FOK3eA2g5X5haf3BTQ+aGNJHqHi8Ua7mZO7w45a5HukxsM4T8M= _ size=2 width=100% align=center Hello All, I can confirm that the bird is still down, nothing heard during the pass of 17:41 UTC (Orbit #26.679 + 5 minutes) almost over my QTH in IN70jv. Regards from Spain, EB1IAT - Fran -Mensaje original- De: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [ mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] En nombre de Alan P. Biddle Enviado el: lunes, 27 de julio de 2009 15:22 Para: amsat-bb@amsat.org Asunto: [amsat-bb] Re: AO-51 Morning, The 435.150 MHz TLM downlink was on at the 1308 UTC pass over the US. The data shows about 1 watt on the downlink. Progress is being made. 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 ___ 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
