[amsat-bb] Re: PVC
I'm looking to put up a mast and am curious, why PVC? Is it better than steel? 73's Peter VE7NGP -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Bruce Semple Sent: Thursday, February 24, 2011 6:41 AM To: AMSAT-BB@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: PVC And I forgot to mention -- I spray paint it all a flat black --- to help it blend in a little better! At 09:34 AM 2/24/2011, Bruce Semple wrote: >Hello Mike - >I use schedule 40 PVC with an OAK closet pole down the center for >added stiffness >for a horizontal boom. >For vertical mast I use two PVC schedule 40 - one inside the other - >along with a wood pole. >I use PVC end caps on the ends to keep water/ moisture out. > >73, >Bruce >WA3SWJ > > > > >At 07:59 AM 2/24/2011, Mike1234 wrote: > >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 > >___ >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: RARE Photo of AMSAT ACs
...primitive, but effective. took us to the moon! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slide_rule Aluminium Pickett-brand slide rules were carried on five Apollo space missions, including to the moon, according to advertising on Pickett's N600 slide rule boxes Peter VE7NGP -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Clint Bradford Sent: Tuesday, March 08, 2011 2:16 PM To: Steve Meuse Cc: AMSAT BB Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: RARE Photo of AMSAT ACs Depending upon the audience, I'll sometimes stop to say: "How many presentations have you attended the past decade where "slide rule" was mentioned?" (grin) Clint >> ... What's that funny thing you're holding? ;) ___ 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] ISS Packet using AGWPE
hey what's going on? amsat-bb got quiet all of the suddentoo quiet! :) I'm trying to connect to ISS using AGWPE with my soundcard. can anyone help me with this? How does one connect to the ISS digipeater? Are there documentation on the AMSAT site or elsewhere? Any help would be appreciated! 73's Peter VE7NGP ___ 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: Alan Shepard, First American in Space
...was he not the first lunar golfer as well? :) 73's Peter VE7NGP ___ 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: CAMSAT and HO68 at Dayton Hamvention 2011
Hey Michael, Good to hear from you. Any status update on HO-68? Any sign of it coming back up? Thanks in advanced! Kind Regards, Peter VE7NGP -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Michael Chen Sent: Wednesday, May 11, 2011 10:53 AM To: amsat-bb Subject: [amsat-bb] CAMSAT and HO68 at Dayton Hamvention 2011 Guys, Are you going to Dayton this year? If you do, try to stop by the CAMSAT and HO68 display at AMSAT booth and say hello. I'll be happy to meet you. Alan, BA1DU is going to present amateur satellite activities in China as well as HO68 in AMSAT forum. I believe this will be the first time that a delegation from China to demonstrate on Dayton Hamvention. Everyone is welcomed. The CAMSAT delegation consists of Alan/BA1DU, Ken/BH4REQ, Jin/BA4TA, and I. After Dayton, we are going to visit Newington on May 24, NYC on 25-26, and Washington D.C. on 27-30. If you are in these area and interested, leave me a message to find a good time to get together for a cup of coffee. Michael Chen, BD5RV/4 AMSAT-China: http://www.camsat.cn --- Twitter: http://twitter.com/bd5rv Email: michael.bd...@gmail.com MSN: bd...@jsdxc.org Skype: michael-bd5rv ___ 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: AO-51 Status
>>It is so hard to "accept" that AO-51 is failing when is sounds SO DARNED GOOD >>as it is right now over the Western United States. >>THANK YOU, AO-51 Control Team members. Just to echo (no pun intended) Clint Bradford's comment...I was able to pick-up the 23:46 UCT pass from yesterday on a rubber duck inside my vehicle while driving home...how cool was that!? AO-51 Control Team members, you are amazing! Thank you! 73's Peter VE7NGP ___ 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: Widest split of the year award
>>I did, but my home station wasn't part of it this time. Up from the office >>and down from Mark's via Skype. Hi Drew, this is very interesting. Do you just decode the audio directly from Skype? Just curious, is it possible to remote uplink as well? 73's Peter VE7NGP ___ 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: Fwd: [funcube] Order your FUNcube Dongle Pro-Tuesday 31 May at 21:00UTC.
...with all those post-its, how do you see the screen? ;) 73's Peter VE7NGP -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Dee Sent: Friday, May 27, 2011 11:09 AM To: 'Joseph Armbruster'; 'Glenn AA5PK' Cc: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Fwd: [funcube] Order your FUNcube Dongle Pro-Tuesday 31 May at 21:00UTC. Guys, That is why I use the old fashioned note on my computer to remind me...As I get older, more reminders are required.. 73, Dee, NB2F - Mine is on the way... -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Joseph Armbruster Sent: Friday, May 27, 2011 1:56 PM To: Glenn AA5PK Cc: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Fwd: [funcube] Order your FUNcube Dongle Pro-Tuesday 31 May at 21:00UTC. Yarrgh! That's what I get for rushing through the page at work to hit the buy now button. Glenn +1, Joe 0 I will try again on the 31st :-) Cheers, Joseph Armbruster On Fri, May 27, 2011 at 12:00 PM, Glenn AA5PK wrote: > Back to the future? The sale begins 31 May. > > - Original Message - > From: "Joseph Armbruster" > To: "Mark L. Hammond" > Cc: > Sent: Friday, May 27, 2011 10:04 AM > Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Fwd: [funcube] Order your FUNcube Dongle > Pro-Tuesday 31 May at 21:00UTC. > > > > Sorry Mark! > > > > I tried and they were sold out, again. > > > > Joseph Armbruster > > > > On Fri, May 27, 2011 at 9:45 AM, Mark L. Hammond > > >wrote: > > > >> Miss out on the last batch of Funcube Dongles? Here is the next > >> change > to > >> get one! > >> > >> 73, > >> > >> Mark N8MH > >> > >> > >> Date: Fri, 27 May 2011 11:57:09 - > >> >Subject: [funcube] Order your FUNcube Dongle Pro-Tuesday 31 May at > >> 21:00UTC. > >> >Reply-To: func...@yahoogroups.co.uk > >> > > >> > > >> > > >> >Order your FUNcube Dongle Pro < > http://www.funcubedongle.com/?page_id=286> > >> http://www.funcubedongle.com/?page_id=286 > >> >Folks, > >> > > >> >The next sale is confirmed to be on Tuesday 31 May at 21:00UTC. > >> > > >> >Please take time to check that your delivery address is correct in > Paypal! > >> > > >> >Please also check your delivery zone! > >> > > >> >Please note that Fedex will not ship to PO Boxes! > >> > > >> ___ > >> 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 ___ 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: ARISSat-1
Hi Jerry, I don't know what a class "a" ground station consists of, but I'm sure the kids will get a blast just listening to the recorded children's greetings broadcasted in FM voice mode. I caught one of these transmissions when they first tested ARISSat-1 earlier in the year using only a HT with a simple homebrew 70cm yagi like the ones listed below http://www.amsat.org/amsat-new/information/faqs/crow/JulAug06AmsatJournal.pdf http://www.ea4cax.com/paginaea4cyq/cju/cjuingles.pdf http://www.wa5vjb.com/references/Cheap%20Antennas-LEOs.pdf I've built all 3, but the easiest, I think, is the one from AMSAT (Richard Crow N2SPI). The instructions are *VERY* detailed. I take it you're a school teacher? Even your students can build it. I made mine from 10 gage solid copper wire because I couldn't find the aluminum grounding wire, but everything else can be purchased from RadioShack (The Source in Canada, eh). Even if ARISSat-1 doesn't "fly", pardon the pun, you'll still have a decent downlink antenna for the other FM satellites. All the best and have fun! 73's Peter VE7NGP -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of jerry Sent: Wednesday, July 06, 2011 8:38 PM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] ARISSat-1 After years of anticipating the launch of SuitSat-2 and then ARISSat-1 , I for one have lost My interest in it. I think even with peak performance , it will take a class "a" ground station to hear any of the formats We're expecting . Definitely not a school project . I hope it proves Me wrong . Jerry WB5LHD ___ 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: ISS Message Board
>>...he is just using the available resources. I too thought the amateur digital radio equipment on ISS are resources we all can use. I'm sure all of us would not knowingly hog it up for our own benifitI mean, what's the point, right? I agree with Bob in that using the BBS is so resource intensive. With digi (non BBS) you get immediate responses and does not clog up traffic. I've used the ISS digi on occasion and it's satisfying to receive a short message back right away. I thought it was very similar to a FM voice contact, but chat room style! Have a great day folks! 73's Peter VE7NGP ___ 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: FUNcube Dongle firmware update
Hi Howard, Thanks for all your hard work in keeping us playing with our toy! Does it still work with ExtIO_FCD_G0MJW.dll in HDSDR? 73's Peter VE7NGP -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Howard Long Sent: Sunday, August 07, 2011 9:43 AM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] FUNcube Dongle firmware update Folks For those of you who use the FUNcube Dongle to receive ARISSat-1, I have released a new firmware version to correct a bug in the USB streaming code which produced clicking every few seconds for some users, and also makes data decoding less reliable. The firmware image is here: http://www.funcubedongle.com/MyImages/export18i.pro.bin It is currently in test status, so any feedback is welcome. Many thanks, Howard ___ 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: New ARISSat-1 telemetry page "live" on the web
the last refresh of this page at Aug 30 16:30 UCT shows the following, so it's only about an hour behind...not 10 days ARISSat-1 Telemetry - Full Decode This telemetry was received on Tue, 30 Aug 2011 15:29:23 UTC Uptime:2875 seconds - 00d:00h:47m:55s - Mode: HIGH PWR 73's Peter VE7NGP -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Bent OZ6BL Sent: Tuesday, August 30, 2011 9:13 AM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: New ARISSat-1 telemetry page "live" on the web On 2011-08-30 17:03, Douglas Quagliana wrote: > ... The .CSV files are in the "Telemetry" folder > which is in the ARISSatTLM folder on your desktop. > We have submitted more than 100 files from OZ1KTE/OZ7SAT within the last couple of days, but it appears that the folder has not been updated since 20 August - or am I looking the wrong place? 73, Bent/OZ6BL ___ 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: New ARISSat-1 telemetry page "live" on the web
ah, thanks for clarification :) -- peter ve7ngp From: Mark L. Hammond [mailto:marklhamm...@gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, August 30, 2011 9:46 AM To: Ng, Peter Cc: Bent OZ6BL; amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Re: New ARISSat-1 telemetry page "live" on the web I think this is apples to oranges... If I'm not mistaken---Bent is referring to files submitted MANUALLY (CSV files probably), whild your date/time stamp is for telemetry sent "live" via the ARISSatTLM program. So you're both right ;) Mark N8MH On Tue, Aug 30, 2011 at 12:32 PM, Ng, Peter mailto:peter...@bccdc.ca>> wrote: the last refresh of this page at Aug 30 16:30 UCT shows the following, so it's only about an hour behind...not 10 days ARISSat-1 Telemetry - Full Decode This telemetry was received on Tue, 30 Aug 2011 15:29:23 UTC Uptime:2875 seconds - 00d:00h:47m:55s - Mode: HIGH PWR 73's Peter VE7NGP -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org<mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org> [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org<mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org>] On Behalf Of Bent OZ6BL Sent: Tuesday, August 30, 2011 9:13 AM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org<mailto:amsat-bb@amsat.org> Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: New ARISSat-1 telemetry page "live" on the web On 2011-08-30 17:03, Douglas Quagliana wrote: > ... The .CSV files are in the "Telemetry" folder > which is in the ARISSatTLM folder on your desktop. > We have submitted more than 100 files from OZ1KTE/OZ7SAT within the last couple of days, but it appears that the folder has not been updated since 20 August - or am I looking the wrong place? 73, Bent/OZ6BL ___ Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org<mailto: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<mailto: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] Re: Good mobile antennas to use
But this is not what a 19.5" whip does. The 1/4 (3/4) wave 19.5" whip does not have gain on the horizon (so it is rarely used for terrestrial mobile) but its pattern is ideal for satellite work on high passes. It does NOT then have a null in its pattern that causes the "crappy" contacts, and it does have plenty of gain above about 25 degrees and it is a smooth pattern not like the multi lobes of a standard mobile gain antenna. Hi Bob, This is off topic and didn't want to start something on the list... :), but can I convert my current magmount gain antenna simply by replacing the whip or is the "gain" stuff in the magmount itself? If so, would any thin steel rod do? I'd really like to give this a try! 73's Peter VE7NGP ___ 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: AO-7 observation
no, but dilithium crystals should be able to handle that...those babies can do warp 9 73's Peter VE7NGP -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Jeff Yanko Sent: Monday, September 26, 2011 1:45 PM To: Bob- W7LRD; amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: AO-7 observation If we could somehow harness those slightly faster than the speed of light neutrinos, discovered at CERN, and apply them to RF use, the delay could be reduced. ;) 73, Jeff WB3JFS - Original Message - From: "Bob- W7LRD" To: Sent: Monday, September 26, 2011 1:30 PM Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 observation > > > I notice when AO-7 is out there at 4000km I can notice the delay in cw > from my monitor to the 8000km round trip to and from AO-7. Kind of shades > of AO-40 (sobsob) when the delay was really noticable, and when we > listened to ourselves (ssb) we had to turn down the rx volume a little as > no to sound like a babbling fool. > > 73 Bob W7LRD > ___ > 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: Fwd: time for a bit of humor
Y'all come back now, y'hear? -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of wa4...@comcast.net Sent: Wednesday, October 05, 2011 12:22 PM To: AMSAT Subject: [amsat-bb] Fwd: time for a bit of humor - Forwarded Message - From: "Richard Smith" To: "AJ4AT" , "Damon Runion" , "Pat Lane" , "Dorothy Corcelius" , "Shawn Carter" Sent: Wednesday, October 5, 2011 2:11:15 PM The difference between the North and South. Funny but true... by Kathryn Baxter on Saturday, October 1, 2011 at 3:53pm The difference between the North and the South - clearly explained...at last The North has Bloomingdale's , the South has Dollar General. The North has coffee houses, the South has Waffle Houses. The North has dating services, the South has family reunions. The North has switchblade knives, the South has .45's. The North has double last names, the South has double first names. The North has Indy car races, the South has stock car races. North has Cream of Wheat, the South has grits. The North has green salads, the South has collard greens. The North has lobsters, the South has crawfish. The North has the rust belt, the South has the Bible Belt. FOR NORTHERNERS MOVING SOUTH. If you run your car into a ditch, don't panic. Four men in a four-wheel drive pickup truck with a tow chain will be along shortly. Don't try to help them, just stay out of their way. This is what they live for. Don't be surprised to find movie rentals and bait in the same store. Do NOT buy food at this store. Remember, 'Y'all' is singular, 'all y'all' is plural, and 'all y'all's' is plural possessive Get used to hearing 'You ain't from round here, are ya?' Save all manner of bacon grease. You will be instructed later on how to use it. Don't be worried at not understanding what people are saying. They can't understand you either. The first Southern statement to creep into a transplanted Northerner's vocabulary is the adjective 'big'ol,' truck or 'big'ol' boy. Most Northerners begin their Southern-influenced dialect this way. All of them are in denial about it. The proper pronunciation you learned in school is no longer proper. Be advised that 'He needed killin.' is a valid defense here. If you hear a Southerner exclaim, 'Hey, y'all watch this,' you should stay out of the way. These are likely to be the last words he'll ever say. If there is the prediction of the slightest chance of even the smallest accumulation of snow, your presence is required at the local grocery store. It doesn't matter whether you need anything or not. You just have to go there. Do not be surprised to find that 10-year olds own their own shotguns, they are proficient marksmen, and their mammas taught them how to aim. In the South, we have found that the best way to grow a lush green lawn is to pour gravel on it and call it a driveway. AND REMEMBER: If you do settle in the South and bear children, don't think we will accept them as Southerners. After all, if the cat had kittens in the oven, we ain't gonna call 'em biscuits. Send this to four people that ain't related to you, and I reckon your life will turn into a country music song 'fore you know it. Your kin would get a kick out of it too! ___ 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] AO-51 Contact
I actually "worked" AO-51 this afternoon during the 17:24 PDT pass (CN 89) while driving home using my Yaesu VX-6R on 5 watts with a dual band mag mount. Is that even possible? I heard contacts as far as DM, but only someone from CN copied me. Even so, I thought it was quite amazing. I thought it wasn't as easy as that...I'm still new at this! 73, Peter VE7NGP ___ 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] AO-51 pass 0205 UTC Mar 11
During the AO-51 pass at 0205 UTC Mar 11 (last night for me at 1805 Mar 10 local time in CN89), I was able to receive a transmission from someone in Honolulu Hawaii. This was certainly an unexpected surprise! Unfortunately, I was unable to make out your call-sign. If you read this, would you please reply with your call. Thanks very much! 73, Peter VE7NGP ___ 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 Presentation in Illinois
Hi Clint, thanks very much for your update and the work you are doing to promote satellite work on ham radio! 73, Peter VE7NGP -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Clint Bradford Sent: Tuesday, March 16, 2010 8:24 PM To: AMSAT BB Subject: [amsat-bb] Sat Presentation in Illinois I just finished giving my "How to Work Amateur Satellites with Low Power" presentation to a classroom in Southern Illinois. Club president Gregg Sperling, KB9E, contacted me a few weeks ago, asking if I could speak at the March meeting of his Southern Illinois University Amateur Radio Club in Carbondale, IL. NO - I didn't use up my wife's frequent flyer miles. We did it via Skype. Audio AND video. I prepared a .pdf file ahead of time, tailored to the club (I always have a couple club-related trivia questions ... and always have the club's grid square id'd in the program) - and emailed it ahead of time to the tech guy. All slides were numbered, so we could stay in sync. The club used a computer/projector to show the slideshow, and I was able to see and hear the classroom attendees - and they could see and hear me - via Skype. Skype is almost "full duplex," so I could hear comments and questions ... and I could see when a hand raised up for a question. It really worked out well! So, presenters: I guess we are no longer limited to "hundred mile radii" restrictions for our shows! It wasn't as effective as actually going to a site, demo'ing a FM bird, THEN presenting. But it sure got the word out to a club that I couldn't physically get to! We had a great time! 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: AO-51 update
Yes, I agree with Tim as I was hoping to promote Amateur Radio Satellites on Field Day. I have had good results making contacts in the past and am crossing my fingers for Field Day! ...so I'm voting for V/S mode please! Also, my thanks to all the folks who work so hard to keep AO-51 going! 73, Peter NE7NGP -Original Message- If the desire is to promote Amateur Radio Satellites on Field Day for the greater majority there will be more stations with V/U ... ___ 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 update
...sorry, I meant to vote for V/U mode as I only have VHF/UHF equipment! -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Ng, Peter Sent: Monday, May 03, 2010 2:04 PM To: 'Tim Cunningham'; glasbren...@mindspring.com; amsat-bb@amsat.org; ao51-mo...@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: AO-51 update Yes, I agree with Tim as I was hoping to promote Amateur Radio Satellites on Field Day. I have had good results making contacts in the past and am crossing my fingers for Field Day! ...so I'm voting for V/S mode please! Also, my thanks to all the folks who work so hard to keep AO-51 going! 73, Peter NE7NGP -Original Message- If the desire is to promote Amateur Radio Satellites on Field Day for the greater majority there will be more stations with V/U ... ___ 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: Field Day mode for AO-51
Hi Drew, thanks very much for your feedback! Guess I was too naïve earlier, but now see the light! :) Also after reading threads from Robert and Mark, I agree, there might be too much non-productive traffic and high expectations, especially on FD. I will stick to receive only as Mark suggested! My vote is changing to L/U just in case I can't find a 1.2 GHz receiver :) ...learning a lot from you guys and this list, thanks! 73, Peter VE7NGP -Original Message- From: Andrew Glasbrenner [mailto:glasbren...@mindspring.com] Sent: Monday, May 03, 2010 2:33 PM To: Ng, Peter Cc: amsat-bb@amsat.org; ao51-mo...@amsat.org Subject: Re: Field Day mode for AO-51 Ng, Peter wrote: > ...sorry, I meant to vote for V/U mode as I only have VHF/UHF equipment! > > Keep in mind there will likely be three or four transponders birds, and two to four other FM birds available that weekend! It's been my perception that a good portion of AMSAT's sustaining members leave and breathe the highest tech they can manage. Eight out of eight satellites being V/U seems counter to that goal. Mark and Bob both make good points supporting at least one area of refuge for this portion of the AMSAT population. Personally, I think the V/U FM experience on Field Day is a big turnoff to newbies, especially since so many under-prepared, over-powered and out of practice once-a-year sat ops fail miserably to get those bonus points on FM. I bet someone in your area has 1.2 Ghz capability! 73, Drew KO4MA ___ Sent via amsat...@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
[amsat-bb] Re: 70cm yagi
...but I bet they know what liability and lost of life mean. However, not to undermind the quality and performance of ham homebrew equipment. Some can even be better than commercial! just my 2 cents ;) 73, Peter VE7NGP -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Nigel Gunn G8IFF/W8IFF Sent: Thursday, May 06, 2010 12:47 PM To: Clint Bradford Cc: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: 70cm yagi Only because they have nobody on their staff who knows what an antenna is. They don't pay high bucks for the fun of it. I mean, does your local police department and city works comms centers have home-made Yagis on their installations? Of course not. ___ 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] Field Day AO-51 configuration - THANK YOU!
To the AO-51 Project Team: Thanks so much for the V/U mode during field day! :) 73, Peter VE7NGP ___ 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: Field Day AO-51 configuration - THANK YOU!
Yes, absolutely...thanks Drew! Your decision is very much appreciated! 73, Peter VE7NGP >You're welcome :) Thank Drew, actually. >Everybody can get a shot at their preferred mode--1 day of V/U, 1 day of >V/S--seemed like a good compromise. >73! >Mark N8MH ___ Sent via amsat...@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
[amsat-bb] Re: HO-68 Schedule - 06-13 June 2010
Hi Alan and Everyone on the list, I have not been able to make contact with HO-68 on V/U FM voice. However, I do hear a CW beacon on the 435.7900 MHz downlink. With this new schedule, I am looking forward to trying again. I just want to ensure my settings are correct. Uplink 145.8250 MHz FM PL 67.0 Hz Downlink435.6750 MHz FM I'm using a 5W HT with a homebrew yagi. Is that enough to reach a high orbit sat? 73, Peter VE7NGP ___ 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 Down??
As much as I hate to say this, but I agree, given the state AO-51 is in. If only to prolong its life, I vote to turn it off or switch to a less used mode...just my two cents. 73's Peter VE7NGP -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Luc Leblanc Sent: June 15, 2010 21:17 To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: AO-51 Down?? I don't know if it is sound to let AO-51 on during the Field Day? It look like a bit suicidal!! "-" Luc Leblanc VE2DWE Skype VE2DWE www.qsl.net/ve2dwe DSTAR urcall VE2DWE WAC BASIC CW PHONE SATELLITE ___ 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: Grid Location
hi Mike, give this URL a try http://f6fvy.free.fr/qthLocator/fullScreen.php 73's Peter VE7NGP >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? >N8GBU >Best wishes > Mike ___ 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: Plans needed for dual band coat hanger antenna
plans as described by Bob...with pictures http://www.eham.net/articles/7005 73's Peter VE7NGP > Plans needed for dual band coat hanger antenna. Take a 27" piece. bend into a V so one leg is 19" and one is 6" Take two more pieces 39" long to make the ground plane. Connect coax to the V and shield to the ground plane. Operate. Bob, WB4APR ___ Sent via amsat...@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
[amsat-bb] Re: SO-50
I was also surprised at how quiet SO-50 was during my initial attempts. I thought there something wrong with my setup. I find the traffic on SO-50 is very light. Don't know why...could be the time of day (or night in my case). I had great help from KC2WQW and W6ZKH. Regardless of anyone else being on, when you can hear myself on the downlink, you know you're getting through. have fun! 73's Peter VE7NGP >That's true but you would think there would be others on the bird. > >73 Matt >W5LL >>... >>Did you transmit the ON tone? SO-50 is set up so you have to turn it on by >>... >>Rick Tejera ___ Sent via amsat...@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
[amsat-bb] Re: HO-68 Status
Alan, many thanks to you and your team for maintaining this bird so the rest of us can play! ;) 73's Peter VE7NGP -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Alan Kung Sent: Friday, January 14, 2011 8:42 AM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] HO-68 Status In this week I received many reports from all over the world about faults of HO-68 telemetry beacon. After we analyzed situation of the satellite, we think that the software of payload management MPU was not running properly, the communication of onboard data bus between payload management MPU and the satellite management unit was stopped because of the software crashes. It led to the beacon problem and abnormal switch of transponder. Today we switched the satellite into safety mode at 0300Z , turn off most of onboard units, and then we re-powered up at 0440Z, the satellite was back to normal operating mode, so far the beacon operates normally. We will not upload command to the satellite for transponder operating skeds of next week, we will monitor continually in next week. Please send your report if you find any abnormal operation of HO-68. 73! Alan Kung, BA1DU HO-68(XW-1) Project Manager www.camsat.cn ___ 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: Satellite Satire
yes, thanks to all control operators here and abroad, but especially those from the AMSAT-NA team who worked so hard in keeping AO-51 on for as long as it has! I've made my first contact (WD9EWK) on AO-51I will miss it a lot. 73's Peter VE7NGP -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of K4FEG Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2011 6:50 AM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Satellite Satire OK I have a suggestion: a new inexpensive satellite, It will be designated: *ReNe-Sat-3, *that will be an abbreviation for: *Red Neck Satellite #3 ( Dale Ernharts Sr. NASCAR #). *We will take 2 Woxun HT's, 2 Larsen Mag-mounts, 2**1/4 wave antennas, a solar panel with charger from Northern Hydraulics and last but not least about 100 feet of NASCAR 200mph duct tape. We take the 2 radios set them up for our frequencies, duct tape them together mount the antennas on the solar panel hook the solar panel up to the HT batteries and last but not least we send two of the south's finest: *Astronaut "Bubba & Cooter"* up with the new bird to deploy it. We will tell Bubba & Cooter that they can have free passes to all the NASCAR races for 2012 when they get this satellite working and in orbit. I promise they will have that thing (or should i say "thang") up and running in HEO and be back before the first race in February 2012. For those that are not sure, YES I AM MAKING A JOKE! /*It is difficult work to keep these satellites working and the control operators deserve a round of applause from us for all that they have done to extend the life of AO51 and all of the other birds. THANK YOU ONE AND ALL! A JOB WELL DONE! */ Frank K4FEG ___ 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: AO-51 end of mission
yes, heavy heart indeed! thanks to all of you in the command team and AMSAT for maintaining AO-51 for all these yearsthank you for a job well done! 73's Peter VE7NGP -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Andrew Glasbrenner Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2011 11:56 AM To: amsat-bb; ans-edi...@amsat.org; b...@amsat.org; senior-offic...@amsat.org; advis...@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-51 end of mission It is with a heavy heart I report that AO-51 has ceased transmission and is not responding to commands. The last telemetry data indicated that the third of six batteries was approaching failure to short, and observations indicate the voltage from three cells is insufficient to power the UHF transmitters. The IHU may continue to be operative. Initial tests with the S band transmitter were also not positive, although more attempts are in order. We have tried leaving the satellite in an expected state where if voltages climb high enough, the 435.150 transmitter may possibly be heard. The command team will regularly attempt communications with the satellite over the coming months (and years). There is always the possibility that a cell will open and we could once again talk to our friend while illuminated. Thanks to all who helped fund, design, build, launch, command, and operate AO-51. It's 7 year mission has been extraordinary. Please support AMSAT's Fox-1 project, and other AMSAT projects worldwide with your time and money. For the AO-51 Command Team, 73, Drew KO4MA AMSAT-NA VP Operations ___ 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: NASA Discovers New Planet
hey, didn't they discover Planet Hollywood a number of years back, but it turned out to be a restaurant! go figure ;) 73's Peter ps a good laugh never hurts! -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Clint Bradford Sent: Monday, December 05, 2011 12:42 PM To: AMSAT BB Subject: [amsat-bb] NASA Discovers New Planet Wow ... NASA discovered a new planet our of our solar system! Averages 82 degrees ... sunny ... water ... I suggest they call it, "Planet San Diego." But some guy named Keplerian already had dibs ... Clint Bradford ___ 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: Link to Holiday Ham Song
hahahahathanks Kevin and Gary! Merry Christmas to all... 73's Peter VE7NGP -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Kevin Deane Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2011 10:04 PM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Link to Holiday Ham Song http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c_9REVC4dtc hmm works for me thought it was pretty good. Kevin KF7MYK ___ 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: PCSAT recovery attempt
Wish you all the best with your recovery attemp Bob and hope the trend continues as with FO-29's success! Merry Christmas to you and everyone on the list! 73's Peter VE7NGP -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Bob Bruninga Sent: Friday, December 23, 2011 2:22 PM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Cc: 'TAPR APRS Mailing List' Subject: [amsat-bb] PCSAT recovery attempt Starting Monday Morning, I will be trying to recover PCSAT. We need everyone to not use it until we give up. Just one single packet from a user during a pass will easily kill that pass's chance of recovery.. We only get one single packet chance per pass for recovery. So everyone. Turn off those automatic beacons via PCSAT until further notice. Thanks Bob, WB4APR ___ 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: AOL-27 & HI4
you have mail! not aware AOL had at satellite LOL :) peter ve7ngp -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Bob Herrell Sent: Thursday, January 26, 2012 2:29 PM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] AOL-27 & HI4 If you want to make a sked with me for a contact on AO-27, please email me off list and I will see what I can do. I would like to accommodate all those that are needing FK49 for an award. And PLEASE, if someone is trying to make a contact with me give them the space. I will only be here another few days and FK49 will be history. 73, Bob HI4/AJ5C ___ 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: VO-51 Update
...you missed AO-51 don't you? :) 73's Peter VE7NGP -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Mani VU2WMY Sent: Tuesday, March 13, 2012 8:03 AM To: BB, AMSAT; AMSAT-INDIA; VUHAMS Cc: PE1RAH; VU3TYG Subject: [amsat-bb] VO-51 Update Due to 'Operational Constraints' the commands to turn on the transponder were not been able to send. In-convenience caused is regretted. The next attempt would be made during 01:44 UT pass over India. On behalf of 'Operations Director-VO-52 Mani, VU2WMY ISRO Satellite Centre Bangalore, India -- Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message. -- ___ 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: Sat Demonstration at the University
Hi Hector, excellent job promoting our hobby! 73's Peter VE7NGP -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Hector, CO6CBF Sent: Friday, March 30, 2012 4:39 PM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Sat Demonstration at the University Thanks very much for the great contacts during the Sat Demo. The students and the teacher were astonished and very curious about our hobby! 73! Hector, CO6CBF -Mensaje original- De: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] En nombre de Hector Luis Martinez Sis Enviado el: viernes, 30 de marzo de 2012 9:38 Para: amsat-bb@amsat.org Asunto: [amsat-bb] Sat Demonstration at the University Importancia: Alta Hello guys! Today, I will do a Sat Demonstration for a Physical class at the University of my city. I will be operating portable from indoor of classroom, maybe on the classroom `s window. A few days ago, I tried and It is possible hear the Sat from there. I hope to be on the 1850UTC AO-27 pass. Please, if you hear me, give me a shout with your name, city, state etc. Thanks & 73! Hector, CO6CBF EL92 *** Genius is one per cent inspiration, and ninety-nine per cent perspiration. -- Thomas A. Edison *** --- Consulte la Enciclopedia Colaborativa Cubana http://www.ecured.cu/ ___ 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 Este mensaje ha sido enviado mediante el servicio de correo electronico que ofrece la Federacion de Radioaficionados de Cuba a sus miembros para respaldar el cumplimiento de los objetivos de la organizacion y su politica informativa. La persona que envia este correo asume el compromiso de usar el servicio a tales fines y cumplir con las regulaciones establecidas. ___ 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] Happy Birthday Martha!
I recall today is Martha's birthdayso, HAPPY BIRTHDAY Martha! ...if I'm wrong please save it till then ;) 73's peter ve7ngp ___ 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: Flabob ARISS Project on Ham Nation 04/24/12
Clint, excellent work! children are our greatest asset. getting them hands-on experience and excited in topics such as this is a worthwhile investment! this will be an event they would not easily forget. 73's peter ve7ngp -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Clint Bradford Sent: Monday, April 23, 2012 9:16 PM To: Clint Bradford Cc: AMSAT BB Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Flabob ARISS Project on Ham Nation 04/24/12 UPDATE FROM GORDON WEST - The Flabob Airport ISS contact video - taken by Don Arnold W6GPS - will be on HAM NATION May 1st, not tomorrow night. The reason for the one week delay is additional editing necessary . MAY 1, 2012 - 6PM PDT - http://www.twit.tv/hn 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: satellite antenna
although it *is* direction, I agree, it's an effective antenna. I've made one myself and it's working great! Kent's design is simple and from readily available and inexpensive material. 73's peter ve7ngp -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of saguaroas...@cox.net Sent: Tuesday, April 24, 2012 2:17 PM To: AMSAT-BB@amsat.org; saguaroas...@cox.net; cu3ftcar...@gmail.com Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: satellite antenna OK, I guess I should read the whole thing. Missed the word "OMNI". Still it's a good antenna and a quick homebrew project. Maybe something your new Sat Group could do with students? 73 Rick K7TEJ saguaroas...@cox.net wrote: > Carlos, > > This is the antenna I homebrewed. Works like charm. Cost me $20.00 in parts > ($7.00 of that was shipping for the Capacitors from Mouser). > > http://www.wa5vjb.com/references/Cheap%20Antennas-LEOs.pdf > > 73 > Rick > K7TEJ > > Carlos Poinho wrote: > > hello all > > any one have a good idea for a omni directional antenna for the birds? > > > > ___ > > 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: Fold Away Antenna in OSSI Ground Station
it appears his young, nimble fingers had a bit of trouble as well :) impressive work though! another fabric theme for a portable yagi can be found at http://www.dianaeng.com/2010/05/make-online-collapsible-fabric-yagi-antenna/ ...at least this one won't fly off like a kite! probably cheaper as well, however, both are really cool designs! 73's peter ve7ngp -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of K5OE Sent: Monday, May 07, 2012 6:39 AM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Fold Away Antenna in OSSI Ground Station Pretty darn ingeneous packaging! Hams, unlike university students, all have fat fingers and would struggle to extract that 3-part antenna boom. I like the fabric roll-up concept, but wonder if it would present wind-load problems in a real-world field application? 73, Jerry, K5OE original message I liked the fold away yagi antenna in this video of the OSSI ground station. See http://www.uk.amsat.org/7218 73 Trevor M5AKA ___ 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: ARISS Video
hi Mike, how about these ones from NASA TV http://www.nasa.gov/multimedia/videogallery/index.html?media_id=91532831 http://www.nasa.gov/multimedia/videogallery/index.html?media_id=31968601 http://www.nasa.gov/multimedia/videogallery/index.html?media_id=30760871 there are a number of school contact videos in their archives for browsing. i hope this helps. 73's peter ve7ngp -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Michael Chen Sent: Wednesday, July 18, 2012 1:25 PM To: amsat-bb Subject: [amsat-bb] ARISS Video Hi, I am looking for a video clip about ARISS contact (or it's not actually amateur radio but a show of ISS-ground communication), which is taken in live HD video in the ISS of three astronauts as well as on the ground. The astronauts answer the questions asked by the ground like we do in ARISS. I saw this video in the lobby of NASA HQ in Washington, DC. It's something like IMAX Space Station but it's not. Can anybody tell me the name of this video? Michael Chen, BD5RV/4 AMSAT-China: http://www.camsat.cn --- Twitter: http://twitter.com/bd5rv Email: michael.bd...@gmail.com MSN:bd...@jsdxc.org Skype: michael-bd5rv ___ 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: Another brilliant idea!
Nice! ...may I suggest only the words AMSAT be chrome plated and studded with bright white LEDs :) 73 peter ve7ngp -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of DJ Nise Sent: September 24, 2013 12:55 To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Another brilliant idea! I understand that the AmSat BB is 99% serious business. I think it's time to lighten the mood a bit. I'm going to (try to) fund a new project. I want to place a satellite with a full-sized 160m beam into orbit. I want this thing to be "highly polished" or plated in Chrome. (It will put the Russian "space mirror" to shame), and be visible during daylight hours. I think the flares will catch the interest of people, and draw them into this insane hobby. How's that for a dumb idea? (I'll shut up now...) ___ 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: ICOM IC-PCR-1000
Hi Brock, appears both the instruction manual and control software can be downloaded from the Icom site at http://www.icomamerica.com/en/downloads/default.aspx?Category=244 Hope this helpsall the best at the school! 73 Peter ve7ngp -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of w6...@bak.rr.com Sent: November 25, 2013 13:19 To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] ICOM IC-PCR-1000 Part of a SK estate I got a Icom pcr 1000 look like a early SDR rig. is it possible for the school up here to use it for the FunCube SATs. If what software ? Going to try to get it running tonight. 73 Brock -- W6GMT BROCK THOMSEN MARCELL MN 56657 EN37EN ___ 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: Listening on USB when operating CW
Yes, the frequency in use by the CW station that is not adjusting for doppler will appear to be moving for stations that are adjusting for dopplerright? Peter ve7ngp -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of John Becker Sent: February 7, 2014 09:27 To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: Listening on USB when operating CW On 2/7/2014 11:18 AM, Ng, Peter wrote: > Correct me if I'm wrong, but doesn't automatic doppler corrections > dynamically change your frequency to compensate for doppler? Would this mean > anyone engaging in doppler correction are actually drifting into a stable > frequency? > by "stable" do you mean a freq already being used? John, W0JAB ___ 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: Listening on USB when operating CW
Correct me if I'm wrong, but doesn't automatic doppler corrections dynamically change your frequency to compensate for doppler? Would this mean anyone engaging in doppler correction are actually drifting into a stable frequency? 73 Peter ve7ngp -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Clayton Coleman Sent: February 7, 2014 08:43 To: AMSAT-BB Subject: [amsat-bb] Listening on USB when operating CW I assume many home station satellite operators utilize some kind of full-duplex radio or combination of two radios for CW on the current satellites. Lately, as I have been listening a lot more with my FUNcube Dongle Pro+, I have observed many CW stations drifting across the satellites' passband. I realize this is not a new phenomenon. I would assume these drifting stations are NOT using any type of computer Doppler correction. If they were using computer control, I would assume their CW would stay on the same place in the transponder's passband. It is visually apparent when the stations manually make larger frequency movements because of the curve displayed on my SDR application's waterfall display. Many times I have been engaged in a QSO only to have someone CQ'ing on CW drift across my existing QSO. Anyone who operates satellites has probably had this happen to them many times. Sometimes myself or others in QSO may try to tell the CW operator "Hello - QSO in progress" but it is apparent they are not hearing us. My question is, does it make sense for people using CW on the satellites to have their receiver set to USB? Do some operators do this? If listening on a VFO with USB and had your transmit VFO set to CW, would this help make it easier for CW ops to know when they have drifted into an existing voice QSO? 73 Clayton W5PFG ___ 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: Listening on USB when operating CW
Thanks Clayton, that's good to know 73 Peter ve7ngp -Original Message- Peter, That is correct and what I have attempted to describe. A station not adjusting properly for Doppler shift will appear to "move" across the passband into stations who are making corrections. (voice or CW) There are several categories for correction, as I see it by order of occurrence...(and there may be more) 1 - People who use "full" Doppler correction via software, adjusting both TX and RX to stay on the satellite's frequency. 2 - People who use "half" Doppler correction by tuning the higher of two frequencies. This is common for people who are portable or want the simplest method of staying on another station. In the mode, you will move slightly. I do this often in the field. It's not perfect. 3 - People who use "TX only" correction. I see this often and I believe it's an incorrect practice to always tune TX because sometimes that means on mode J you'll likely move across QSO's in progress. 4 - Probably the least common I observe, people who use "full" Doppler correction manually. I believe it is a little more difficult to do this on fast moving LEO's, especially on CW. My original email was trying to discover whether or not listening on USB while transmitting on CW might make it easier for "CW drifters" to know they are part of a problem. Occasionally when this problem occurs with USB voice, the perpetrating stations are not able to hear well enough to know they are causing a problem. 73 Clayton W5PFG ___ 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
Re: [amsat-bb] ISEE-3 Successfully Contacted
V'Ger -peter ve7ngp -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of B J Sent: May 29, 2014 16:42 To: amsat-bb Subject: [amsat-bb] ISEE-3 Successfully Contacted http://news.sciencemag.org/space/2014/05/space-buffs-make-contact-discarded-nasa-probe 73s Bernhard VA6BMJ @ DO33FL ___ 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
Re: [amsat-bb] Help on setting a RTL-SDR Dongle
Hi Enzo, I also purchased one to play. For this step, first tune the dongle to a known frequency. Actually any known frequency will do, but the weather frequencies are usually strong and you can even use the tiny antenna included with the dongle to receive them. You will most likely see the signal peak is off from the tuned frequency (red line) of your SDR software. For HDSDR, click the "ExtIO" button, which will open up the dialogue box to adjust the PPM and other settings of the dongle. Put in any number just to see which direction your dongle is off and go on from there. Mine is at +38. For other SDR software, just look for the PPM adjustment and do the same thing. Ensure your dongle is warmed up and stable, about 10 minutes, before you calibrate. I also have the Funcube dongle pro+ and by far FCD is a better product, but for the price, RTL-SDR is worth playing :) ...have fun! 73 peter ve7ngp -Original Message- From: amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org [mailto:amsat-bb-boun...@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Vincenzo Mone Sent: June 8, 2014 01:08 To: Amsat - BBs Subject: [amsat-bb] Help on setting a RTL-SDR Dongle Hi folks I am interested to receive the satellites with the USB RTL-SDR Dongle. I found on eBay one called: I bought on eBay the DVB-T USB Stick HD/DIGITAL TV Television FM Radio HDTV. Tried to follow the instructions found on Jason's' page at: http://n4jtc.wordpress.com/ but I get stuck on the step: 8. Tune into a known frequency like the National Weather Service, this is required to adjust the PPM Please which is the frequency of the PPM? I have tried to set the frequency on a local packet but cannot find it on the Software. Please can anybody give more help to set it in the right way? Any help will be really appreciated. Thanks for help in advance. 73's de Enzo IK8OZV EasyLog 5 BetaTester EasyLog PDA BetaTester WinBollet BetaTester D.C.I. CheckPoint Regione Campania Skype: ik8ozv8520 ** ***GSM +39 328 7110193*** ** SMS +39 328 7110193 ** *** 2nd e-mail: vim...@tin.it *** * ___ 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
