[amsat-bb] Re: VUCC QSO costs
Bruce is the best, and very timely...appreciate all that he does in working as a volunteer card checker and awards manager for Amsat... John W6ZKH From: Bruce Paige kk...@att.net To: Zachary Beougher zack.kd8...@hotmail.com; John Neeley w6...@att.net; Rick - WA4NVM wa4...@comcast.net; Jeff Yanko wb3...@cox.net; amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Sat, January 22, 2011 7:58:40 AM Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Re: VUCC QSO costs no, if you take or send your cards to an arrl awards manager (i am one for vucc, was and 5bwas), you do not pay anything other than a check to the arrl for the cost of your award plus the postage to return your cards to you (if you did not take them in person). we are not allowed to accept any fee for checking cards, we volunteer to do this for other hams. i became an awards manager long ago when there was none in houston and i had to send my cards to san antonio. i have checked many a card since then. 73...bruce From: Zachary Beougher zack.kd8...@hotmail.com To: John Neeley w6...@att.net; Rick - WA4NVM wa4...@comcast.net; Jeff Yanko wb3...@cox.net; amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Sat, January 22, 2011 8:38:51 AM Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: VUCC QSO costs Do you need to pay the card checker the $.20/QSO, or is that only if you send them directly to ARRL?? I agree with Rick - the wording is not very clear. Zack KD8KSN -Original Message- From: John Neeley Sent: Saturday, January 22, 2011 9:07 AM To: Rick - WA4NVM ; Jeff Yanko ; amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: VUCC QSO costs Sounds like to me all the better to find a Card Checker in your area before sending anything to ARRL. Save on postage, etc. Hopefully the Card Checker wont want his cut too now? Sign of the times, it looks like to me... John W6ZKH #37184 From: Rick - WA4NVM wa4...@comcast.net To: Jeff Yanko wb3...@cox.net; amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Sat, January 22, 2011 4:54:02 AM Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: VUCC QSO costs Hi Jeff and the BB, I just found both applications on the ARRL website. (the old form, date 2009, and the new form, date Jan. 2011) see following website: http://www.arrl.org/files/file/Awards/VUCC%20App%202011.pdf It looks like instead of a flat $10 fee, they now have gone to multiple fees for postage, the application and number of contacts. If I'm comprehending this correctly, if you apply for additional VUCC sticker, in the US and a ARRL member, and turn in 60 cards, it would cost you the following: $1 postage, $7 application fee, and $.20 x 60 = $12 for a total of $20.00 Is this correct? I welcome all replies, if not. 73 all, Rick WA4NVM Hi all, I was just looking over the VUCC award application and noticed that they now charge 20 cents per QSO. Is this fee only applicable if cards are sent to HQ for submission or in general even if you take them to a card checker? Thanks in advance! 73, Jeff WB3JFS ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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] Re: VUCC QSO costs
Sounds like to me all the better to find a Card Checker in your area before sending anything to ARRL. Save on postage, etc. Hopefully the Card Checker wont want his cut too now? Sign of the times, it looks like to me... John W6ZKH #37184 From: Rick - WA4NVM wa4...@comcast.net To: Jeff Yanko wb3...@cox.net; amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Sat, January 22, 2011 4:54:02 AM Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: VUCC QSO costs Hi Jeff and the BB, I just found both applications on the ARRL website. (the old form, date 2009, and the new form, date Jan. 2011) see following website: http://www.arrl.org/files/file/Awards/VUCC%20App%202011.pdf It looks like instead of a flat $10 fee, they now have gone to multiple fees for postage, the application and number of contacts. If I'm comprehending this correctly, if you apply for additional VUCC sticker, in the US and a ARRL member, and turn in 60 cards, it would cost you the following: $1 postage, $7 application fee, and $.20 x 60 = $12 for a total of $20.00 Is this correct? I welcome all replies, if not. 73 all, Rick WA4NVM Hi all, I was just looking over the VUCC award application and noticed that they now charge 20 cents per QSO. Is this fee only applicable if cards are sent to HQ for submission or in general even if you take them to a card checker? Thanks in advance! 73, Jeff WB3JFS ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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] Re: Elevation System
If you can get the ARRL Satellite Handbook, it shows using 2 TV Rotors (Radio Shack type) for the AZ/EL, with the Elevation rotor turned on its side. John W6ZKH From: Marco Cardelli iz5...@gmail.com To: Mike Ryan mryan...@comcast.net Cc: amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Wed, January 19, 2011 9:42:17 AM Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Elevation System Thank you all for the suggestions. I'll check all your indicated solutions. If will be possible I'm going to choose the TV rotors solution...in my opinion is more inexpensive! Thank you for now! Best 73s Marco IZ5IOW 2011/1/18 Mike Ryan mryan...@comcast.net I agree on TV rotors. Its an excellent inexpensive way to get elevation. The U100/110 is what I use as well and its well suited because you can put the boom right through the rotor. There are some nice pictures of setups using these rotors on this sites: http://www.rotorservice.com/press3-alliance.htm- my setup imitates this one ... http://home.wavecable.com/~ko6th/ http://home.wavecable.com/%7Eko6th/ http://users.wbsnet.org/n0yk/cushcraft.htm And there’s a QST article on this in the Dec 1998 issue You can even build a controller for computer control but I’m currently rotating elevation and azimuth manually. Mike WB1AAT Message: 7 Date: Mon, 17 Jan 2011 16:52:35 -0800 From: Greg D. ko6th_g...@hotmail.com Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Elevation System To: iz5...@gmail.com, amsat-bb@amsat.org Message-ID: blu133-w194864a5aaeef3c66fb766a9...@phx.gbl Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 Hi Marco, If you are looking to lash something together (instead of going with a purpose-built Elevation rotor), I and others have had success with Television-type rotors that have a through-hole for the mast. Mounted on their side, they seem to perform very well. Just keep things balanced, and protected from the weather and they should be happy. See: http://home.wavecable.com/~ko6th/http://home.wavecable.com/%7Eko6th/ I used an Alliance U-110. It has performed flawlessly for about 10 years now. Good luck, Greg KO6TH Date: Mon, 17 Jan 2011 12:59:23 +0100 From: iz5...@gmail.com To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Elevation System Hello, I'm Marco, IZ5IOW. I'm searching a good and cheap solution to build an * elevation* system to set up an home satellite station. More specifically I'm looking suggestions for the mechanical part... The loading of the antenna is the follow: 15El UHF Yagi and 9 El VHF Yagi. The mechanical part should not bear too much weight! Can anyone help me? Thank you all. Best 73s. Marco ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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 ___ 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] Re: Zack's Setup
Or could it be that overpriced Diplexer in the handle?? Can you seperate the 2 bands and test without the Diplexer?? John W6ZKH From: Clint Bradford clintbradf...@mac.com To: AMSAT BB amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Wed, January 12, 2011 2:44:17 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Zack's Setup ... having a hard time with the Arrow ... stuck the duck on, and I can get into all the repeaters fine ... Check out Arrow ops on both 2M and 440 - and see if there might be a short or problem with either of the gamma matching elements. Are there any connectors or jumpers between the Arrow's leads and your equipment? If so, check their integrity. It just sounds like it's going to be a simple fix, Zack! Clint, K6LCS 909-241-7666 ___ 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 ___ 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] Re: Elk vs Arrow
You sure that fellow didnt spell engineer---injuneer'afterall, he was looking for an Arrow... ahem.. From: Clint Bradford clintbra...@earthlink.net To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Wed, January 12, 2011 12:03:25 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] Elk vs Arrow ... The Arrow does not publish any gain numbers ... ... ELK publishes the normal numbers you would expect ... Now, after reading previous posts the past day on this, the FIRST thing that comes t mind is whether or not the writer got his antenna as a freebie as he demeans other antenna alternatives ... AND I WISH NONE OF US HAD TO THINK LIKE THIS. Because a writer here wrote a mini-review of the Elk, and stated it was very impressive as compared to the Arrow. I have to tip my cap to him for his honesty - he apparently (and hopefully!) won't let availability of freebies sway his opinion of actual performance. But another AMSAT member is impressed with receiving free equipment - which is being shown to cloud the truth as to performance between competing equipment. Some think Arrow's owner is arrogant in that he didn't commission a formal test on the gain of his antennas. On the other hand, those of us that have used them know that they work. I had an engineer client purchase one from me back when I worked for HRO about five years ago. He was standing outside, waiting for me to open shop the next morning, carrying his Arrow to return. This cannot possibly work, he adamantly exclaimed. It is engineered all wrong. I want a refund. Because i had recommended the product due to me own personal experience with them, part of me wanted to professionally challenge him and learn more about his overnight experience with the Arrow. But seeing how determined he was about it being engineered all wrong, I changed my thinking to, Hey, I can purchase it myself at a open item discount. And I did. And it is the VERY SAME antenna I use to this day for demos and presentation. BUT - back to the last few messages. What should we all learn? Unfortunately, we now have to think behind the scenes when we read felow AMSAT members' product reviews. We're seeing the fact that some vendors give away products has been able to sway and taint honest reporting. Clint Bradford, K6LCS 909-241-7666 ___ 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: Sat protocol
I second that last paragraph, Drew... John W6ZKH From: Andrew Glasbrenner glasbren...@mindspring.com To: Joe jbark...@truvista.net Cc: amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Tue, January 11, 2011 12:28:23 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Sat protocol On 1/11/2011 2:36 PM, Joe wrote: I am new to the satellite world as of 3 years ago. I have read all the posts on the thread/s and I am wondering if there is a ACTUAL satellite protocol or etiquette that could be referenced. I just the common courtesy I have learn over the years of working the bands Or at least I hope I do. If I am offending please let me know as I will others. I try and get on the early passes on the FM birds when it is not so crowded and can a 2 or 3 sentence conversation with guys I have worked before and guys I have not. It is much easier on the linear birds to do that at most any pass. Just my 2 nickles worth but it would be nice to refer someone to a protocol when you feel they are not operating in a manner befitting the hobby rather than them just thinking you should mind your own business and butt out.. 73, Joe KI4TZ This article is a good one: http://www.innismir.net/article/26 I've emailed it to bad apples and newbies several times in the past. That being said, all the high power FM satellites have always had the capacity to be a mess. UO-14 was worse than AO-51, partially because it was 4 watts and you could truly work it on an HT antenna. There were passes of UO-14 that sounded like Field Day from beginning to end. More and more operators are using half duplex systems on the FM satellites, and this really has an impact when things get busy. Listen to enough passes and when things jam up, and you'll figure out who is full duplex, and who can hear well too. All of us need to encourage, by education and example, full duplex operation as soon as possible in an operators station evolution. Equipment is getting harder to find new, but you can find used 2m uplink rigs for dirt cheap used, and almost as much new as you'd save by forgoing the Arrow diplexer! We should also self-limit our QSOs when it gets busy. Sometimes it can be hard to do. Personally, I tend to get dogpiled a little bit when I get on. I'll answer someone if they call me (usually) but won't initiate more than one or two QSOs, and those are usually new guys I hear. I also often ignore stations who exhibit poor manners and QRM other stations or QSOs. A little passive-aggressive, but it often gets the point across. 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: Sat protocol
Problem is Damon, is that some of the worse offenders are guys who've been around ever since I have been. Everyone out to get that elusive Grid Square that they've worked a zillion times before. I too did the same as you, and pretty much void the FM'er anymore, unless something special comes up. For another 2 cents worth: (I know I'll get flamed) If there is some station announcing here on the BB that they are going to a special grid location that is rare or needed by someone, then give them and others a break. Namely, if he or even any other station that is working Portable or HT status, work him, then QRT, and leave the freq for others. 'Hogging' the channel, working or calling the same old station you've worked a zillion times before and not letting others work the Portable/HT stations, just to satisfy your QSO count for more wallpaper just doesnt hack it, in my opinion. end of rant extinguisher in hand. John W6ZKH DM06 Linears 99% of the time.now From: wa4...@comcast.net wa4...@comcast.net To: AMSAT amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Mon, January 10, 2011 11:40:10 AM Subject: [amsat-bb] Sat protocol Maybe now would be a good time for someone to write an artical for QST on how to work the birds! Perhaps send an email to the new satellite ops explaining to them proper way ( BE A MENTOR ) Something needs to be done thats for sure WA4HFN Damon em55 ___ 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: Sat protocol
Does anyone even read that mag?? We need old Wayne Green and 73 magazine back again, I'd just about bet that would work..between 73 and HamRadio mags, they were the BEST ham rags out..too bad they got eaten up. John W6ZKH From: Jim Jerzycke kq...@verizon.net To: rnut...@networkref.com rnut...@networkref.com Cc: AMSAT amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Mon, January 10, 2011 1:11:35 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Sat protocol Maybe try CQ-VHF? Jim KQ6EA On 01/10/2011 09:00 PM, rnut...@networkref.com wrote: I have talked directly to the editor in chief of QST. I got a not interested response Ron Sent from my iPhone On Jan 10, 2011, at 1:40 PM, wa4...@comcast.net wrote: Maybe now would be a good time for someone to write an artical for QST on how to work the birds! Perhaps send an email to the new satellite ops explaining to them proper way ( BE A MENTOR ) Something needs to be done thats for sure WA4HFN Damon em55 ___ 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: AO7 modeA???
Ed, Orbit 65199 was a mode B pass. The switch took place on 65201 @ 20/12/2330z to mode A, then again back to mode B on 65213 @ 21/12/2351z. Have you checked the log book @ planetemily? I keep listening for you, but only work AA5AM, KN6ZA or W7LRD on those passes... John W6ZKH DM06 From: Edward R. Cole kl...@acsalaska.net To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Tue, December 21, 2010 6:01:43 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] AO7 modeA??? Nothing heard during the 0145z pass (#65.199). Did it not switch? 73, Ed - KL7UW, WD2XSH/45 == BP40IQ 500 KHz - 10-GHz www.kl7uw.com EME: 144-1.4kw*, 432-100w*, 1296-testing*, 3400-winter? DUBUS Magazine USA Rep dubus...@hotmail.com == *temp not in service ___ 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: Elk dualband antenna experiences
I like my Elk yagi also, as like mentioned, breaks down for transportation quite nicely. Attached photos are of my Elk yagi carry enclosure. Made from ABS plumbing materials. I store it in my truck toolbox, along with my HF coils in another ABS tube so they wont be damaged. http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab199/W6ZKHJOHN/Vacation2009033.jpg http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab199/W6ZKHJOHN/Vacation2009034.jpg John W6ZKH DM06 From: David Palmer d...@zdap.com To: Ted k7trkra...@charter.net Cc: Amsat-Bb@Amsat.Org amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Tue, December 21, 2010 1:40:27 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Elk dualband antenna experiences I'll add my two cents. I've used the Elk exclusively for the last few months operating portable in my backyard (and while camping, etc). The Elk sits on a photoraphic tripod, and I use a little netbook computer to display the satellite plot and aim the Elk accordingly. I absolutely love the antenna, it assembles/disassembles quick, doesn't take up much space, and has more than enough gain to work all the FM and SSB sats in this configuration. What I *have* noticed is that I do have to aim the Elk where the sat is. If I lower the antenna to horizontal, I notice a significant fading. That much is to be expected, so if you are in a situation where you can't elevate the antenna, just aim it up a certain number of degrees (maybe 15-30 depending on your horizon) so that it's close enough for low passes, and the high passes (where sat is much closer) should also work. As for polarization, I've noticed that I get much better performance out of the Elk by rotating the antenna to match the polarization of the satellite at any given instant. I have the PVC mount swivels fairly loose, so it doesn't take much to flip the antenna back and forth a little to find the best match. When polarization is matching, I can have better than S8 sigs, and rotating the polarization 90 degrees will often decrease my sigs to S2 or below. So ... for a fixed installation, with fixed polarization, you'll likely encounter some deep fades in the passes, no matter which you choose. So far I've found that I typically use almost vertical polarization compared to less frequently using horizontal polarization, so if I had to choose between the two, I'd go vertical ... but it may not make much difference! One thing I've seen on the lists has been the recommendation to add a pre-amp to the antenna. Typically people will do this with an Arrow, since it has separate VHF / UHF outputs so it's easier to config for preamp. Those that use this method report great results, since the preamp overcomes much of the signal loss on the UHF downlink. Since the Elk has a single dual-band output, you may have to look into duplexers to split out the UHF signal for the preamp. Hope that helps! That all being said, I've been putting together an outdoor antenna system over the last few weeks (it's hard to sit in the rain with the Elk and the twin FT-817's!) ... new system is a 4-el VHF yagi and 15-el UHF yagi with preamps, on an az-el rotator. Initial testing seems to indicate that it works pretty well -- so I'm looking forward to staying dry during satellite contacts for a while! 73 de Dave KB5WIA / CM88 -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of John Geiger Sent: Monday, December 20, 2010 7:43 PM To: amsat...@amsat. Org Subject: [amsat-bb] Elk dualband antenna experiences How does the Elk Dualband yagi work as a satellite antenna in a base setup when you are not elevating it? Is it better to mount it for vertical or horizontal polarization to get maximum coverage of satellite passes? Still trying to figure out the best FM sat setup here after some station redesign. 73s John AA5JG ___ 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: Working HO-68
Rick.HO-68 is not turned on every pass. At that 2130 utc time, it was off, even though it flew over the US, and the beacon is always on no matter what. HO-68 usually has morning passes, coming from the north down to the south. Check the Amsat-bb here for latest schedule and mode, think it was just the other day infact. John W6ZKH From: Richard Lawn rjl...@gmail.com To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Sat, December 18, 2010 6:43:26 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] Working HO-68 Doing what I try to do every vacation which is try to spend a little time back on the birds. I've yet to have a QSO on HO-68. I hear the beacon just fine. But I just finished my 2nd pass from NJ and was unable to hear any signals let alone myself coming back on any mode. Did I misread the operating schedule or am I doing something wrong? MacDoppler told me there was a good pass to this part of the world are around 21:30 my time. Great beacon strength but nobody else was home. Rick W2JAZ ___ 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: UHF Output Power On FT-847
Bernhard...the 2 stage pot next to the phones jack, marked RF Power is your variable power adjustment... John W6ZKH From: B J top_gun_can...@yahoo.com To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Tue, December 14, 2010 4:54:59 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] UHF Output Power On FT-847 I recently bought a second-hand FT-847 and something doesn't seem to be working properly. The power meter always reads 50 W whenever I key the mike. I thought that the output could be adjusted because 50 W into a satellite is excessive. Does anybody have any ideas on how I could reduce the UHF output power to 5 W? Thanks. 73s Bernhard VA6BMJ @ DO33FL ___ 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-7 Mode A Antenna (update)
In reference to the change I made building the vertical dipole for AO-7 Mode A, I now have a better option that is working out great..the Moxon beam. I found a calculator for working out the dimensions at: http://www.moxonantennaproject.com This website has all sorts of ideas in making this simple antenna. I just building one to see how well it would work in my situation here, I made my version using 1/2 PVC for a light weight frame and for the elements, #12 stranded electrical wire, which I zipped tied to the pvc frame. As shown in the picture, I just mounted it below my Arrow dualband yagi, at an elevation of only 8 ft. Even at this low mounting, and surrounded by homes, I am quite impressed with this antennas results. I would recommend this antenna to anyone wanting to try and work Mode A with a low price RX antenna. http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab199/W6ZKHJOHN/DSCN0478.jpg John W6ZKH DM06 ___ Sent via amsat...@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
[amsat-bb] WinAOS error message
Hope Erich is able to answer this question. When clicked onto WinAOS, I get an error message: listenidex uberschreilet das Maximum (-1). What does that mean? It worked fine earlier this afternoon. 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
[amsat-bb] Re: Most Wanted Grid Map - KB5WIA in DM17 next week
I'll be in DM15 next Tuesday thru the following Saturday (Turkey week). Try to be on as many times as possible from various birds.. John W6ZKH From: David Palmer d...@zdap.com To: AMSAT-BB@amsat.org Sent: Wed, November 17, 2010 8:43:29 AM Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Most Wanted Grid Map - KB5WIA in DM17 next week Speaking of rare grids, I'll be heading out to one of the orange/reddish ones in Death Valley early next week. Will try to work DM17dc and maybe even the DM16ex/DM17ea junction on Monday / Tuesday (Nov 22/23). Look for me on all FM / SSB sats, I don't know my exact schedule but I'll try to hit as many as I can. 73 de Dave KB5WIA On Wed, Nov 17, 2010 at 7:05 AM, Zachary Beougher zack.kd8...@hotmail.com wrote: Hi Michael! The gridmaps on K8YSE's website are a good indicator of what grids are rare/not so rare on the birds. I would obviously not go based upon my gridmaps on there, but someone like K8YSE, KO4MA, WD9EWK and N5AFV who have been around awhile, if you see a common grid that has not been worked on their gridmaps, you can bet it is a rare grid on the birds. Here is the link just in case you don't have it: http://www.papays.com/sat/gridmaps/gridmaps.html 73! Zack KD8KSN ___ 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-7 Mode A Antennas
In my reference to my thread of last month concerning what folks were using for AO-7 Mode A RX antennas (29.45mhz), just about everyone had a different type, from CB mobile whips to Cubical Quads. In my quest to build something simple, that I hoped would fit my property footprint, I came up with a Vertical Wire Dipole, housed inside some PVC which is mounted against the wooden property fence. This antenna has seemed to work fairly well, and I've had numerous contacts using it. It seems to fit my bill and wallet also. No preamp is used at the antenna, which I am sure would/could help some, as only feeding this antenna with 50' of RG-58/u coax to the FT-847 transceiver. I have noticed that sometimes I hear the other station quite well, whereas I just barely can hear my own signal coming back on the downlink. I really think this is due to my uplink antenna which consists of just a single Arrow with the 2m elements in the horizontal plane. Unknown if it would improve if vertical, but too it could be a problem from RH to LH polarization, which I noticed when I still had my KLM's (which I should have never let go). Anyway, for those looking for an easy downlink Mode A antenna, this vertical seems to fit the bill, at least for me. photo at: http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab199/W6ZKHJOHN/NewImage.jpg John W6ZKH DM06 ___ Sent via amsat...@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
[amsat-bb] Re: Satellite WAS # 323
WTG Loren..geez we just talked about this yesterday, you must have been on the fast track from ARRL, hi... John W6ZKH From: Loren lorenrasmus...@bendbroadband.com To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Fri, November 12, 2010 4:29:13 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] Satellite WAS # 323 I have received Satellite WAS #323 from ARRL. And I am jazzed. My first contact was on 11-6-2009, with K8YSE. All of my contacts have been with an HT and an Arrow, from my driveway. I would like to thank all the hams who sent the cards that allowed me to get this award. I have needed help in this pursuit, and have been fortunate to get help and good advice from a number of Sat Ops. I need to go and pick up a frame. Thanks again. 73 Loren k7cwq CN94 ___ 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: WAS
Tell them how cold it was yesterday morning in the dark, Lorenhi hi... John W6ZKH From: Peter Portanova r...@optonline.net To: k7cwq lorenrasmus...@bendbroadband.com Cc: AMSAT-BB@amsat.org Sent: Fri, November 12, 2010 4:27:17 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] WAS Loren, What a noteworthy achievement, and a shinning example for others who believe a big antenna and power is sometimes what it takes. I'm sure you have many driveway stories to share, please consider an AMSAT article on your exploits! Congratulations. 73- Pete WB2OQQ www.massapequanyweather.com ___ Sent via amsat...@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb ___ 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] HO-67 SubTone loading
I am having a problem getting the subtone entered into the SatPC32 program for HO-67 on my FT-847. Going to the sqf file, I have entered the sequence as I have for the other satellites, making sure the name is spelled correctly, etc. This is what I have entered: SUMBANDILA(SO-67),233.6,$3F,1 Dont know why it wont transfer over to the CAT system, as had no problem with the others... any ideas?? Right now I have to enter it into the radio manually. 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
[amsat-bb] Re: AO-51 short experiment
Sorta on the same order as the 432mhz ground station terrestrial stations messing with AO-7 in mode B. There though we are blessed with extra bandwidth on the linear translator vs single channel FM repeater. HO-68 is a PITA to work on FM for me, but great linear bird. John W6ZKH From: Bob Herrell n...@yahoo.com To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Sun, October 24, 2010 3:02:24 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: AO-51 short experiment Alan, I agree with you totally. It is going to be an ongoing problem and unless individual operators take responsibility for their emissions, it is going to continue. Even with coordination the frequency is still not owned by any particular station. It is just common courtesy that we need to show to each other. Are these APRS stations just beaconing in hopes of hitting the ISS or are they in use for normal APRS? I don't see 145.825MHz being used as a terrestrial frequency. I can understand the problem when HO-68 and the ISS are in the same footprint, but to run a station continuously on 145.825MHz is crazy. I do send packets to the ISS myself, but ONLY when it is in view and turned on. It all boils down to the old idea of Listen before you talk. 73, Bob AJ5C From: Alan P. Biddle apbid...@united.net To: Bob Herrell n...@yahoo.com; amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Sun, October 24, 2010 3:45:18 PM Subject: RE: [amsat-bb] Re: AO-51 short experiment Bob, 145.825 is the established space APRS frequency, and has been/is used by more than just the ISS for years. There are other APRS satellites which are intermittently active on the same frequency, and I expect there will be others in the future. I can't address the formal coordination issue, but anything with an uplink on that frequency is guaranteed to have problems. The only question is whether those problems are tolerable. There is little to no APRS activity on that frequency over most of the world, and then there is the question of both HO-68 and the ISS being in the same footprint. The HO-68 has an inclination of about 102 degrees, the ISS about half that. Finally, the ISS is not active on that frequency 24/7. It operates on other frequencies for voice and SSTV, and is often QRT completely due to other operations. In an imperfect world, it looks like a reasonable tradeoff, though other evaluations are certainly possible. The problem of unattended APRS beacons does cut both ways. There are some daylight-only APRS satellites. When they enter periods of extended illumination, they can be commanded from their default modes. However, even a single braaap can pull the DC busses low enough that the command stations need to start over again. WB4APR has lamented this problem, with specific calls, in other venues. Looking at some of the paths, both in Drew's example and my reception, there are stations whose paths have not been updated for years. The sort of courtesy/coordination issue is not limited to space operations. A ham relatively local to me fired up a propagation beacon on 30 meters this month. It is/was within 200 HZ of an APRS frequency which has been in use for some time. Quite a fight over who owns the frequency. ;) 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
[amsat-bb] Re: Satellite WAS #321
Congrat's Bob...I was #320. John W6ZKH From: Bob Herrell a...@cox.net To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Fri, October 22, 2010 12:00:25 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] Satellite WAS #321 Hi all, Received my ARRL Satellite WAS #321 in the mail today. A big thanks to all the stations that made this possible. Look forward to working you again on the birds. 73, Bob Herrell AJ5C EM36 Arkansas ___ 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: Possible Hawaii contacts next week
Hey Mattwe were all new once, hi go for it, no matter what. John W6ZKH From: Matt Wilbur m...@efs.org To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Sat, September 25, 2010 9:02:59 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] Possible Hawaii contacts next week Hello For the first time in years, my employer is sending me somewhere nice on travel. I'll be on Kuaui Mon-Fri next week and in my free time there I hope to catch as many passes as I can. I'll be in BL01, only working FM using my FT-60R HT with either AL-800 or my Arrow if I can make it fit in my luggage. Still very new to this so if no one cares, I apologize-- but I'll still be trying :) 73 Matt NM6W ___ 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] VUCC #201
Boy am I mad at ARRL giving Sebastian #200 when I wanted it, hi. Knew I would be close, since Kerry WC7V got #199. Congrat's to Sebastian anyway, as dont want to be a sore loser, hi. I too received my VUCC award in the mail today, along with the 125 sticker. Took me just 11 months without really pushing it, and I thank all the folks I worked for sending their QSL cards and to Bruce KK5DO for counting them. This award, along with the WAS-Satellite award I received 2 months ago are a very nice addition to my wall. Only thing now is that I have to go get a larger frame, as it is a big piece of paper. 73 de 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
[amsat-bb] Re: Looking For A Station Address
Dime to a donut, that is K0BAM instead. Same grid square, in Colorado... John W6ZKH From: B J top_gun_can...@yahoo.com To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Sat, September 4, 2010 3:40:56 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] Looking For A Station Address During the last AO-27 pass earlier today, at around 2132 UTC, I had a QSO with a station identifying itself as K0BOM, located in DM68. I can't find an address for it anywhere and I checked both the ARRL database and QRZ.com. Does anyone have any information about its postal address? Thanks. 73s Bernhard VA6BMJ @ DO33FL ___ 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: Latest AMSAT Journal
I agree Joe. I swear all my gun magazines are PRE-READ at the PO before I ever get them, due to torn edges/pages. John W6ZKH From: Gary Joe Mayfield gary_mayfi...@hotmail.com Cc: amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Mon, August 30, 2010 4:58:45 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Latest AMSAT Journal I suspect Martha is being gracious, and not naming me :-) I am probably the biggest whiner when it comes to not getting the Journal. Martha's postal supervisor is wrong. There is something that can be done, and that information is available here: http://epubwatch.usps.gov The guys at my local post office clued me into Pubwatch, but it has to be done by the publisher/distributor. I want to be VERY CLEAR, I do NOT believe anyone at AMSAT is at fault! I believe the problem is after shipment and before it would arrive at my local post office. A link in the middle of the chain is where I believe the problem is. AGAIN this is not an attack on AMSAT. I do not believe that is where the problem lies. 73, Joe kk0sd P.S. Martha, why are you checking email from the beach Relax a little! -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Martha Sent: Monday, August 30, 2010 9:31 AM To: James French Cc: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Latest AMSAT Journal All- I have received complaints concerning delivery of the Journal that is mailed non-profit 2nd class . According to the Supervisor of 2nd class non-profit at the Post Office, the problem is on the receiver's end. If the magazine does not bounce back to us, it is in the system ready to be delivered. Although the magazine is mailed in MD, some members located in the state get their Journal later than members in the in other parts of the country. So - there is really nothing we can do at our end. The printer generally takes a week from the time he receives the files from the Editor. It then takes about 3-4 days for the mailer to get it to the Post Office. If you do not receive an issue, please let me know and I will send a replacement copy. Martha - At the beach On Mon, Aug 30, 2010 at 5:56 AM, James French w8if...@wideopenwest.comwrote: Hello Joe and the list. If I can explain a little about how bulk mailing works, it might help explain some issues that people have with getting the journal. I work for a printer that does bulk mailings also and this is how they do things. AMSAT's printer may do it a totally different way than how my employer does it. First, It all depends on when the mailer gets the printed copies. There may be issues with paper used, when the files arrive, scheduled deadlines met on time, things like that. Second, the sender supplies a file with names and addresses that need to be printed onto either labels or onto the printed material in a certain space. This takes about anywhere from 30 minutes to a whole day (equipment issues) to set up aligning the print heads. Each process has its own procedures and differs between mailers. Third, depending on what the volume (quantity) is, it could take a day to a week to print names and addresses onto the printed material. Fourth, keeping the addresses sorted so that they are going to the right destination can get complex sometimes. Fifth, after everything is sorted by zip codes and destinations, then comes shipping via semi to the separate sort facilities across the country and outside country destinations. Yes, depending on quantity, bulk mailing gets shipped to sort facilities across the country by contracted carriers. Sixth, it could take as much as a week to get from the mailers dock to a sort facility on the other side of the country depending on where the mailer is located. If you look at the mailing label area on your journal next time, you'll see that little square that has this saying in it: Periodicals POSTAGE PAID At Silver Springs, MD and at additional mailing offices that means that it has gone from the mailer to at least one sort facility in the path before it gets to your local post office and your home mailbox. There is also meeting the criteria of how the USPS wants things sorted and weighed and. The list is endless currently. My place of employment has had the USPS reject a load because it either weighed one pound more or less than what is stated on the documents. The USPS also has guidelines that have to be met about thickness and weight of paper. That can hold up a mailing also. This is not to say that this is how AMSAT does the mailing of the journal. I am just stating how its done at my place of employment to give everyone an idea of what it takes to mail the Journal each time. Things do change each time the Journal is mailed so that has to be taken into account each time. Proposed deadlines have to be met to keep things flowing. If one deadline is not met, that can hold things up by a week or more.
[amsat-bb] Re: TAPR Trakbox Kit
Not only you didnt assemble it, it has disappeared, heh nothing with that eBay number, Joe... Think that CR with 7836 is the culprit.not sure though. W6ZKH From: Gary Joe Mayfield gary_mayfi...@hotmail.com To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Sun, August 29, 2010 9:29:46 AM Subject: [amsat-bb] TAPR Trakbox Kit Shameless plug for item for sale on eBay --- http://cgi.ebay.com/TAPR-Trakbox-Stand-Alone-Satellite-Tracker-Kit-/25068943 7836 It is a Trakbox kit I never assembled. 73, Joe kk0sd ___ 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] CM89, CN70 and CN81 visits.
To those who worked me on those grids the period from Aug 18 thru Aug 23, send me an email with the data and I'll get a card out to you. No need of an SASE or card in return. 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
[amsat-bb] Re: AMSAT Journal
May/June I received last Tuesday. Looks like they are an issue behind. W6ZKH From: Gary Joe Mayfield gary_mayfi...@hotmail.com To: AMSAT-BB@amsat.org Sent: Fri, August 27, 2010 7:22:54 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] AMSAT Journal What is the most recent AMSAT Journal? When did it show up at people's QTH? Thanks and 73, Joe kk0sd ___ 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] Roadtrip to CN70
I will be leaving CN81 tomorrow morning and heading for CN70 grid for a day or two. CN70 doesnt have much landmass, so suspect it is a rare grid? Sofar passes havent favored anything to the east, due to the time the birds are within range of me..too darn early in am. Here in CN81 I am surrounded by large Pine trees, so paths havent been that good either, so hopefully along the beaches of CN70 I'll have more of an open shot, without hitting any Sea Gulls. 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
[amsat-bb] mini-vacation to CN81
I am in CN81 from today until the 24.unless we get bored and move. No idea as to sat sked, just will be hit and miss. 73 de John W6ZKH CN81 McCloud, CA ___ 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: Grid Location
First Mike, you are in EN81gq, per QRZ.com, and second you dont need the last 2 letters for giving out grid locations on satellites, just the EN81, as we dont care where you are located to within 100 ft, hi Welcome to satellites, as it will be addictive once you get into it. John W6ZKH DM06 From: Michael mikef1...@buckeye-express.com To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Fri, August 13, 2010 8:29:44 AM Subject: [amsat-bb] Grid Location I have been trying to figure out my grid location and have came up with different solutions for the last two letters. What is the most accurate way to figure this out? I went to Hamcall I think the sites called, they have me in the wrong area code for my phone number and conflicts with the grid. I live in point place a suburb of Toledo,Ohio roughly a mile from Michigan State line and very close to Lake Erie ! N8GBU Best wishes Mike --- avast! Antivirus: Outbound message clean. Virus Database (VPS): 100813-0, 08/13/2010 Tested on: 8/13/2010 11:29:45 AM avast! - copyright (c) 1988-2010 ALWIL Software. http://www.avast.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] New country for me
This morning at 1247 utc, I worked HR1LW on FO-29 CW. This is the first time I've heard him, and he was up in the SSB section around .860... 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
[amsat-bb] Re: SatPC32 Subtones
Matt...my suggestion is to delete version 12a and get the latest version off the website, as I have no problems with v12b. Also, my HO-67 uses the same data, $3F,1 not what you have. See what others say, as dont depend on this old guy, hi. John W6ZKH From: Matt Severin mtseve...@gmail.com To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Wed, August 4, 2010 4:55:26 AM Subject: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 Subtones Good morning, I am hoping someone can help answer a question. I am running SatPC32 12.8a and controlling my Yaesu FT 897 as my uplink radio. Everything works fine except that I cannot get the subtones to update. I am using the following data in my SubTones.SQF file (as recommended in the help files) AO-51,67.0,$3F,1 SO-50,67.0,$3F,1 SO-50,74.4,$3E,3 SO-67,233.6,$01,36 HO-68,67.0,$3F,1 I'm running Windows XP and my baud rate is 9600, although I have varied it to see if that would resolve my issue. Everything thing updates on the radio as it should (including the radio turning the tones 'on' and going into split mode); the only issue is that the tone is not updated, it will stay on the last tone used. For example if I use our local repeater, the radio will still use that tone. Thanks in advance for any help or ideas. 73 Matt Severin, N8MS ___ 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] Worked All States Award
Today in the mail, I received my ARRL W.A.S. Satellite award #320. I would like to thank all the ops who I've requested QSL's from over the past year in helping me obtain this award, along with all ops I've QSO'd with in general. Next week am submitting my VUCC cards... Look for all on the birds.. 73 de John W6ZKH DM06 ___ Sent via amsat...@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
[amsat-bb] Re: 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) 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 ___ 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: [OTish] Reasonably Dual-Band Large Crossed Beam
I would be wary of Gulf Alpha, after what I've been thru for almost 3 months of waiting, stalls, excuses and just outright fibs. I came to within 3 blocks of his house while on vacation last month, and almost turned in, but wouldnt have done any good anyway, since he never built them even though he told me that morning on the phone, they were built, boxed, and being shipped in 6 days, July 1st.. July 2nd I sent him an email requesting the Tracking number; reply email from him,he cancelled my order himself, but did at least refund my monies. My 2 cents worth..M-square is just down the road apiece.shouldnt went there in the first place. de John W6ZKH From: Dave Webb KB1PVH kb1...@gmail.com To: Iain Young, G7III g7...@g7iii.net Cc: amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Wed, July 7, 2010 9:56:25 AM Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: [OTish] Reasonably Dual-Band Large Crossed Beam Take a look at Gulf Alpha Antennas, he makes a dual band crossed 8 elements on UHF and 6 on VHF. Sounds like what you are looking for. I have one and love it Dave - KB1PVH http://gulfalphaantennas.com/ Sent from my Verizon Wireless DROID On Jul 7, 2010 12:39 PM, Iain Young, G7III g7...@g7iii.net wrote: Hi All, I have been looking at replacing my 3/6 ele Dual Band Beam with a larger one (actually for some semi-local packet work rather than satellite, hence the OT-ishness of this post. I know there is the 9/19 ele crossed Tonna, but I also understand the build quality on the boom isn't wonderful. I'm also aware of the Hygain equivalent, but they look to be owned by MFJ now... I'm sure M2 did one at one point, but the only dual band I can see from them is a 5 ele on 2. I was looking closer to 9 ele to be honest. Does anyone know of any other supplier that does something similiar to the Tonna ? 73s Iain ___ 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: VA7EWK on 0253 UTC AO7, 0307 UTC FO29, tonight
Pat, glad to work you on AO-7 mode B CW tonight. Didnt hear you on FO-29 though, but did work Mike WB7QXU for a nice SSB Chat. Thought I heard Kerry WC7V on AO-7 CW after I ended with you, but not sure... was down to 2 degs then. 73 de John W6ZKH From: Patrick STODDARD amsat...@wd9ewk.net To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Mon, July 5, 2010 6:53:40 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] VA7EWK on 0253 UTC AO7, 0307 UTC FO29, tonight Hi! I will work those two passes here in CO60gr before driving back to my motel 2+ hours down the island. Please feel free to call me if you hear me. 73! Patrick VA7EWK/WD9EWK - Port Hardy, British Columbia 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] DN83/84 on SO-50 ay 1420 UTC
I will attempt the 1420 UTC pass this morning on SO-50. Just worked the AO-51 pass with some difficulty with electrical noise in the area but still made contact with 6 stations. I am in grids DN83/84 South of Rapid City, SD. GPS shows this campground right on the line, so 2 grids for one.. Anyone needing these grids, just email me or send a card to home listed on QRZ.com., no SASE required. Trip has been pretty good with good and bad weather. Terrible winds in Wyoming at +60mph not fun when pulling a trailer. Weather here this morning is 45 and sunny, and NO WIND... I am hit and miss on passes, so bear with me. If you hear me on, then call me... 73 de 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
[amsat-bb] Another roadtrip planned
Starting June 9th thru the 30th, we'll be on another vacation roadtrip, and like last year, will be taking the FT-60R and Elk yagi along for working the FM satellites at various stops. The only planned stops are in Yellowstone NP, Cody, WY and Mt Rushmore in SD, otherwise it is driving to other spots that look interesting. Possible other states to visit are ND, MT, ID, WA and OR on the return loop, but that isnt set in stone. There is a possibllity that we'll make a trek into Nebraska, so I can pick up my Gulf Alpha's that are ready, but not sure yet. More than likely I will be on passes early AM or sunrise and early PM or dusk. Hopefully I will be in some grids that are needed by some, and if so, just send me a QSL card (no SASE required) or email and I'll return a card. 73 de John W6ZKH DM06 ___ Sent via amsat...@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
[amsat-bb] Re: Hoa Camsat !!!!.
Myself here in the US, I have just been listening for it on each pass, like yesterday, when I worked 3 passes on SSB/CW. Could be they are leaving it on all the time, and only on a weekly basis, change the modes... my guess.. If that is the case, no need for a schedule, which for me, is preferred. John W6ZKH DM06 From: John Hackett archie.hack...@hotmail.com To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Cc: eu-am...@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wed, June 2, 2010 12:54:52 AM Subject: [amsat-bb] Hoa Camsat . In the event that anyone at Camsat sees this mail ... It would have been nice with a SITREP - (situation report) - about the weekly schedule for HO-68. here are a *LOT* of people 'wondering' ... I summise it has something to do with the President of China visiting the ground station and Alan Kung being in the entourage ... but still, a SITREP would have been nice. On behalf of the myriad of satellite operators in Europe I would apprecate some word on the current status of HO-68 ... at your convenience. Thank you. 73 John. la2...@amsat.org ___ 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] HO-68 schedule for week?
Anyone heard from Alan about this weeks pass schedule? Havent seen anything pass through the BB yet.. 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
[amsat-bb] New HO-68 sked
Anyone know when Alan will send out the new weekly sked for HO-68, as last weeks is now out of date. I am guessing it will be in the FM configuration, but that is again, just a guess.. 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
[amsat-bb] Re: New HO-68 sked
By happen chance I listened at 1719 utc and it was on over western US with just 3 others and myself, on FM. Guess will have to check each pass.. 73 de John W6ZKH From: OZ1MY oz...@privat.dk To: i8cvs domenico.i8...@tin.it; John Neeley w6...@att.net; amsat-bb amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Sun, May 23, 2010 10:15:13 AM Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Re: New HO-68 sked Hi all, It was in FM mode here with AOS in Copenhagen 1657 UTC. 73 OZ1MY Ib - Original Message - From: i8cvs domenico.i8...@tin.it To: John Neeley w6...@att.net; amsat-bb amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Sunday, May 23, 2010 6:39 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: New HO-68 sked Hi John, W6ZKH Usually Alan Kung was sending the new weekly sked for HO-68 on saturday. 73 de i8CVS Domenico - Original Message - From: John Neeley w6...@att.net To: amsat-bb amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Sunday, May 23, 2010 5:41 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] New HO-68 sked Anyone know when Alan will send out the new weekly sked for HO-68, as last weeks is now out of date. I am guessing it will be in the FM configuration, but that is again, just a guess.. 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 ___ 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 mode change 5/17/10 around 1120utc
Nothing heard on West Coast pass a/o 1315 utc. W6ZKH From: Mark L. Hammond marklhamm...@gmail.com To: Amsat-bb amsat-bb@amsat.org; ao51-mo...@amsat.org Sent: Sun, May 16, 2010 2:29:21 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-51 mode change 5/17/10 around 1120utc Hi All, You can expect the mode change on AO-51 from S-band to U/V to occur around 1120 utc tomorrow (Monday, 5/17). 73, Mark L. Hammond [N8MH] ___ Sent via amsat...@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb ___ 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: USB to Serial Converters
Frank, I am using the USB to Serial cable/software from Gigaware I got at Radio Shack for my FT-847 and works fine with my old Dell XP Laptop for running SatPC32. John W6ZKH From: Frank Woolfe frankwoo...@optusnet.com.au To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Wed, May 5, 2010 1:09:41 AM Subject: [amsat-bb] USB to Serial Converters Is anyone using a USB to Serial converter successfully to control a FT847?? Frank VK5KV.. ___ 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?
I'm on it 2 or 3 times a day myself. Just have to deal with the fading at times on my end... John W6ZKH From: Bob Cutter k...@yahoo.com To: amsat-bb amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Wed, May 5, 2010 10:52:34 AM Subject: [amsat-bb] FO-29? Is it operational? 73, Bob KIØG ___ 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: Satellite VUCC # 194
That'll teach you to stand out in a blizzard on the driveway, hi Congrat's Loren. Myself I have 118 grids confirmed now, but havent had them checked, and I got 47 states confirmed. Still need Maine, Nebraska and Rhode Island on my end for W.A.S. John W6ZKH From: LOREN RASMUSSEN lorenrasmus...@msn.com To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Thu, April 22, 2010 1:48:49 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] Satellite VUCC # 194 It came in the mail today. It took from November 2009 through February 2010. About 600 QSOs. FT-60R and an Arrow. 36 states confirmed. Thank you all that returned cards. Yeah, I'm jazzed. 73 Loren k7cwq CN94 ___ 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] NH6VB on HO-68
This last pass of HO-68 over the Pacific produced another Hawaiian station, Peter, NH6VB. Leo, W7JPI and I were in QSO and at the last 5 minutes of the pass, Peter broke in from Honolulu which was a surprise. He is a local there from what we gathered. He's in BL01 grid square. 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
[amsat-bb] Re: AO-07 pass
You have a good woman there, Adrianmine would have me by the you know what. spending time with my hobby, hi thanks for all the efforts, as know they were greatly appreciated by all, especially those who did get to make contact with you. Have a safe trip home. John W6ZKH From: Adrian Engele aa...@yahoo.com To: amsat...@wd9ewk.net; amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Sun, April 4, 2010 1:09:22 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: AO-07 pass Folks, It was a worth a short on todays' 15:38 UTC AO7 Pass but no Joy! Unfortunately we have had heavy winds in excess of 30 to 40 mph gusting to 50mph. The static levels on 2m receive are very high and I could barely hear a few voices on the satellite. The only station I could barely make out was KC7MG. I was looking for K8YSE, WD9EWK and several others, but I just could not hear my own downlink. Strange because the day before I had pass all to myself over the Pacific and I had all the SatPC setting correct and ready to go for this pass. I could hear myself perfectly. I also was pointing my antenna straight at a big rain cloud in the path of the satellite and I am sure that did not help matters with the signal or the QRN on 2m. Sorry it was worth the try but tropical conditions are causing some interesting attenuation and noise on AO7 and VU52 downlinks. FO-29 and HO68 on the other work like a charm I can work those with 5 W and my Elk antenna with no trouble. One could probably turn down the power even more and get into those satellites without any difficulty. Diving got canceled due to bad weather. I will take a look what I can still work this afternoon. I will be out of dinner which means I can't make the FO-29 passes at 03:26 or 05:07 UTC. Sorry. Last day here and I need to take out my significant other to keep her happy. Aloha from windy Kauai. 73, Adrian AA5UK/KH6 From: Patrick STODDARD (WD9EWK/VA7EWK) amsat...@wd9ewk.net To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Sun, April 4, 2010 5:59:51 AM Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: AO-07 pass Hi Jerry! I think K8YSE and others were focusing on AA5UK/KH6 in Hawaii after 1538 UTC or so. Probably the last shot for many to get Adrian out there. I think I heard you in there, but was trying for Hawaii also. 73! Patrick WD9EWK/VA7EWK - south of Phoenix AZ at DM32xx/DM42ax http://www.wd9ewk.net/ On 4/4/10, Dads w0...@msn.com wrote: I was on this last pass on AO--07 at 15;40 Z. I tried to call CQ no answer. I heard k8yse with a good down link, I gave him a call but no answer. I had a good downlink too. Do some people have receive problems ?? 73 Jerry w0sat ___ 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: AO-07 pass
You have a good woman there, Adrian, for letting you 'play radio' while on holidays. Mine only tolerates it somewhat. I do know that those folks who did finally got to make contacts with you really appreciate your efforts and all, taking away time from you and your xyl's time in the tropical, but wet islands. Too bad the weather was not in your favor for some of it. Have a safe trip home and again, thanks for the qso. John W6ZKH From: Adrian Engele aa...@yahoo.com To: amsat...@wd9ewk.net; amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Sun, April 4, 2010 1:09:22 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: AO-07 pass Folks, It was a worth a short on todays' 15:38 UTC AO7 Pass but no Joy! Unfortunately we have had heavy winds in excess of 30 to 40 mph gusting to 50mph. The static levels on 2m receive are very high and I could barely hear a few voices on the satellite. The only station I could barely make out was KC7MG. I was looking for K8YSE, WD9EWK and several others, but I just could not hear my own downlink. Strange because the day before I had pass all to myself over the Pacific and I had all the SatPC setting correct and ready to go for this pass. I could hear myself perfectly. I also was pointing my antenna straight at a big rain cloud in the path of the satellite and I am sure that did not help matters with the signal or the QRN on 2m. Sorry it was worth the try but tropical conditions are causing some interesting attenuation and noise on AO7 and VU52 downlinks. FO-29 and HO68 on the other work like a charm I can work those with 5 W and my Elk antenna with no trouble. One could probably turn down the power even more and get into those satellites without any difficulty. Diving got canceled due to bad weather. I will take a look what I can still work this afternoon. I will be out of dinner which means I can't make the FO-29 passes at 03:26 or 05:07 UTC. Sorry. Last day here and I need to take out my significant other to keep her happy. Aloha from windy Kauai. 73, Adrian AA5UK/KH6 From: Patrick STODDARD (WD9EWK/VA7EWK) amsat...@wd9ewk.net To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Sun, April 4, 2010 5:59:51 AM Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: AO-07 pass Hi Jerry! I think K8YSE and others were focusing on AA5UK/KH6 in Hawaii after 1538 UTC or so. Probably the last shot for many to get Adrian out there. I think I heard you in there, but was trying for Hawaii also. 73! Patrick WD9EWK/VA7EWK - south of Phoenix AZ at DM32xx/DM42ax http://www.wd9ewk.net/ On 4/4/10, Dads w0...@msn.com wrote: I was on this last pass on AO--07 at 15;40 Z. I tried to call CQ no answer. I heard k8yse with a good down link, I gave him a call but no answer. I had a good downlink too. Do some people have receive problems ?? 73 Jerry w0sat ___ 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] F/S Kenwood TS-711A TS-811A
I have my original satellite setup For Sale, which is the Kenwood Twins, the 711A and 811A. Used up until 2 months ago when I got a new Xcvr. Both in good op conditions and physical condition. Asking $350 each. Email me off-line for more info and pix. Can be seen at my QRZ.com page. 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
[amsat-bb] Re: Kenwood TS-711A TS-811A...SOLD
SOLD pending arrangements for delivery. 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
[amsat-bb] Re: AO-51 L band frq
That's a good one, Dom From: i8cvs domenico.i8...@tin.it To: Luc Leblanc luclebla...@videotron.ca; AMSAT-BB amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Fri, March 26, 2010 10:40:13 AM Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: AO-51 L band frq - Original Message - From: Luc Leblanc luclebla...@videotron.ca To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Sent: Friday, March 26, 2010 12:24 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-51 L band frq I was able to find some time yesterday to repair my L band DEM linear always the same issues with the N type connector solder tab on the board who break if the coax is putting some stress on the center pin. Luc Leblanc VE2DWE Skype VE2DWE www.qsl.net/ve2dwe DSTAR urcall VE2DWE WAC BASIC CW PHONE SATELLITE Hi Luc, VE2DWE To solve the above problem you must use a captivated N female connector in wich the central pin is NOT alloved to move under pression while pushing the central pin of the N male connector. Best 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
[amsat-bb] SO-50 Down????
Couldnt bring it to life, nor did I hear anyone else on the 2130 Pass over California.. Wonder if it's just me or the bird?? Right 74.4hz start tone with 67 hz normal pl tone... was a 68 deg pass so know I should have been able to throw rocks at it... 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
[amsat-bb] Dressler VV 2000 GAAS preamp
I picked up a Dressler VV2000 GAAS preamp yesterday at a swapfest, and wonder if anyone on the board has ever used one? It is a mast mount 146-148 mhz Low Noise Preamp with N connectors. I have the manual, which was downloaded off the internet. Just curious as to see if anyone else had one of the critters...and any comments... it can take 1kw of power...dont think my FT847 will ever do that... 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
