[amsat-bb] Yaesu Rotator Cable
I have looked all over the place I was wondering if someone could tell me where I can get the six conductor rotator cable for the yaesu 5500 rotator. Mike N8GBU ___ 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: 70c Band safe from auction,
I would have loved to see something in writing. Talk is cheap and I never trust a politician. They can say one thing and do another. Mike N8GBU ___ 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] Dayton
Just got back from Dayton had a very good time. The A.M.S.A.T demonstration outside was great ! They tried for the I.S.S. but the system was not working on board. Ten minutes later AO-27 came around and Mark N8MH made several contacts. Now I see why I need a voice recorder . Astronaut Wheelock was there but did not get his autograph. Martha did an excellent job with the crowd. I got my elk antenna from A.M.S.A.T talking to Martha she said they were selling fast. The weather was great Sunny and very warm, with a slight breeze. The only thing bad about it was the lack of restrooms. They had all the restrooms closed everywhere I went. Got back to Toledorain,chilly and gloomy :( Mike N8GBU ___ 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] Coax
I was wondering what would be the right coax for a 50 foot run for satellite work ? Actually maybe a little less ? Your help would be appreciated. Thank you in advance. Mike N8GBU ___ 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] Software
I was wondering if there is a new version and if it is going to be down at Dayton? I'm going to Dayton Saturday ! Mike N8GBU ___ 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] Coax and Software correction
Sorry guys its been a busy day I thought I put in the left out information. The coax for satellite work I was talking about was for two meters and 440 to link up with the ham satellites. I have about a 50 foot run or less.The software I was referring to was SATPC 32 I have version 12.8 I thought I saw somebody post there was a new version out and if so will it be at Dayton? Sorry Guys Mike N8GBU ___ 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] My Comments on AO-51
I have been following the comments of AO-51 failing. I'm new to working the birds and have yet to start to do anything with the birds. Primarily from health problems, the weather and other personal things going on in my life. I keep my membership up with AMSAT and bought a bunch of stuff from the website. I also have donated on the website too. From a guy who hasn't even used a bird yet. We need a new bird, I saw the one at last years Dayton hamfest and was amazed at the size ! Mike N8GBU ___ 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] Thank You
I would thank everyone who commented on my question about the diplexer. The discussion opened up some new thoughts where, had I not read about duplexers I may have been kicking myself in the rear. Hopefully if weather holds I will have everything going ! Thanks again to everyone and I hope to eyeball some of you at Dayton ! Mike N8GBU ___ 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: Bird
I remember that song from the early sixty's. There was a show on that had a mad scientist clown type guy called Glue Arty. That was kind of his theme song when he appeared on the show. He was pulled off the air for trying to blow up an animal, a rat I think with a fire cracker. There maybe someone on here that remembers more than I do. I was about ten years old at the time. Mike N8GBU ___ 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] ISS close call
I was following the space junk that was heading very close to the space station. The news said the junk was part of a Chinese communications satellite. Being a newbie here I was wonder if it was an old bird which was used for ham communications at one time? Mike N8GBU ___ 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: Bird
Actually, it was a rat Mark. Hee Hee It was on here in Toledo too. I imagine possibly a state run show maybe. Back in those days, every broadcast was picked up by antenna and rotator. My brother was 9 years older than me thats how I got to watch it. If I got caught man would I be in trouble. Back then the old belt or switch took care of business. Mike N8GBU -Original Message- From: Mark L. Hammond [mailto:marklhamm...@gmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, April 06, 2011 1:34 PM To: mikef1...@buckeye-express.com Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Re: Bird Oh my...that brings up old memories. Wasn't he the Ghoul?Out of the Cleveland broadcast area, right? HAhahaaha.. That show as hilarious. And I thought it was Froggy he was blowing up? Mark N8MH On Wed, Apr 6, 2011 at 1:15 PM, Mike1234 mikef1...@buckeye-express.com wrote: I remember that song from the early sixty's. There was a show on that had a mad scientist clown type guy called Glue Arty. That was kind of his theme song when he appeared on the show. He was pulled off the air for trying to blow up an animal, a rat I think with a fire cracker. There maybe someone on here that remembers more than I do. I was about ten years old at the time. Mike N8GBU ___ 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 -- Mark L. Hammond [N8MH] ___ 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] PCSAT32 Question
I have been trying to get familiar with PCSAT32. I was a bit confused today. I tried switching from EST to UTC on my computer and I assumed everything would remain the same as far as satellite positions on the map etc. When I did change the time everything changed why is this? Where should I leave the time for correct satellite positions etc? Mike N8GBU ___ 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: PCSAT32 Question
Thank you, everyone who answered my question. I plan to master PCSAT32 by spring, so I'll be ready when I put my antennas up. I'm a slow learner when it comes to this stuff ! Mike N8GBU -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Wayne Estes Sent: Tuesday, March 15, 2011 7:02 PM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: PCSAT32 Question The default time zone setting for SatPC32 is auto which gets time zone information from Windows. Leave it unchanged, and your local time is always correct (assuming Windows is set up for the correct time zone). Nothing to change when daylight savings comes and goes. Wayne Estes W9AE Oakland, OR, USA, CN83ik ___ 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: PVC
To add to the thread I have a friend who has a semi repair shop. He has run PVC through out the shop for compressed air. He puts 150 psi through the PVC for air tools. I have played with PVC for a 2mtr mast. It worked pretty well. I want to use it in smaller sections for my satellite antennas which I don't to put up very high until I learn about the whole operation then I will place it on a roof with better material. I have the Yaesu 5500 rotor and that thing to me is heavy to lug around. Once it is on a roof with better materials it stays there until something breaks. I hope this helps. Mike N8GBU ___ 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: Ham Radios on Cruises
I really think your best bet is instead of looking to other people who have been on cruise ships. Try to contact a ham on a lake freighter. Contact them on H.F. I believe they have a net also. When my H.F. station was up and running I have had some contacts with ships. Mike N8GBU -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Charles Suprin Sent: Wednesday, March 02, 2011 8:47 AM To: Clint Bradford Cc: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Ham Radios on Cuises I always wondered how folks on a Caribbean cruise kept track of their reciprocal licenses. Leaving Florida the fcc license is good. Then you might hit international waters where the license needs to go with the ships registry, historically Liberia or Panamanian. Then the question is keeping track of what country's waters you are in at the moment. This may not even be someplace you are visiting if the boat is cutting through. It seemed too much of.a paperwork headache for me. Charles AA1VS On Mar 2, 2011 1:08 AM, Clint Bradford clintbra...@earthlink.net wrote: ... the web page should also suggest ... So someone researches all the cruise lines, and creates this Web site. John Doe posts a story on how he was able to obtain permission to use ham gear on board - despite the ham gear prohibited policy. But Mark Jones can NOT get his equipment aboard on the same cruise line - for WHATEVER reason the cruise line states. You have NO RECOURSE. Like someone is going to say, Well, the AMSAT Official Bulletin Board of Anecdotal Cruise Experiences Database says I CAN bring my stuff on board ... The only result of that is embarrassment to whomever has published this information. WHAT IS THE POINT of such a database? It can used for absolutely nothing that matters. There is NO CRUISE LINE that states, Ham radio gear gladly accepted by all passengers. For OBVIOUS safety and security reasons, the written policies prohibit ham gear. There's so much happening in this hobby right now ... the U.S.' H.R. 607 proves we have not educated our elected officials as to what we accomplish on a daily basis on the air ... we have the 50th anniversary of manned space flight just a few weeks away ... we have the activation of ARISSat-1 also on April 12 ... so many projects and topics that MATTER. Clint Bradford, K6LCS ___ 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] PVC
Has anyone ever experimented with PVC pipe to use for a mast in place of steel ? I have used it for vertical antennas and stands up excellent to the winds and weather here in Toledo, Ohio . Mike N8GBU ___ 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
