[amsat-bb] Re: WTB IC-970

2013-02-26 Thread Bill Booth
I am looking for an IC-970 (preferably H), admittedly not an easy find these days. I have one of these for sale. You can see some pictures and information at this address ... http://www.almaguin.com/ebay/ic970h.html If you are interested reply via email. -- Bill Booth VE3NXK Sundridge

[amsat-bb] protocol for using sats

2013-02-08 Thread Bill Booth
your rig supports a satellite mode. Also I am hearing what I believe is both USB and LSB on the birds. Is one sideband considered to be standard. -- Bill Booth VE3NXK Sundridge ON, Canada 79.23.37 W x 45.46.18 N FN05ns Visit my weather WebCam at http://www.almaguin.com/wxcurrent/weather.html

[amsat-bb] Re: hams on ISS

2013-01-31 Thread Bill Booth
turbed that a Canadian has time to do pictures and Tweet, but as yet he has not been on the rig. But he has lots of time to do this since he is there for another 5 months . so I wait on as many passes as I can ... One day my QSL will come in. -- Bill Booth VE3NXK Sundridge ON,

[amsat-bb] Re: hams on ISS

2013-01-30 Thread Bill Booth
no longer need the the communication devices we have now. Long live the smell of the big tube Collins and Heathkit rigs Sent from my personal computer. -- Bill Booth VE3NXK Sundridge ON, Canada 79.23.37 W x 45.46.18 N FN05ns Visit my weather WebCam at http://www.almaguin.com/wxcurrent/weather

[amsat-bb] IC970H for sale

2013-01-28 Thread Bill Booth
I have listed on eBay this evening an ICOM IC-970H with the UX97A 1200 Mhz, and UX98 2400 Mhz units. Use item number 181071085544 for viewing. I really miss those HEO sats .. -- Bill Booth VE3NXK Sundridge ON, Canada 79.23.37 W x 45.46.18 N FN05ns Visit my weather WebCam at http

[amsat-bb] Re: satellite antenna photos oa4o

2012-12-07 Thread Bill Booth
unit was not covered but an open circuit board with lots of exposed phasing wires. In fact looks exactly like mine except mine have the F9FT in the middle of the boom. If you need copies of the KLM manuals let me know . -- Bill Booth VE3NXK Sundridge ON, Canada 79.23.37 W x 45.46.18 N F

[amsat-bb] IC-970 Sat Rig for sale

2012-04-17 Thread Bill Booth
Looking for an excellent satellite rig IC-970A UHF/VHF base unit with power supply ?? Well here is your chance. Listed on Ebay item number 180861846844 Downsizing shack ... Thanks for the use of the space and medium. -- Bill Booth VE3NXK Sundridge ON, Canada 79.23.37 W x 45.46.18 N FN05ns

[amsat-bb] rover items for sale

2012-02-26 Thread Bill Booth
I am doing some different travel experiences and see no need for these units and have placed them on eBay (where else). The numbers are: 180827160049 - personal mini computer 180827161919 - android tablet Thanks for the space and your time.. -- Bill Booth VE3NXK Sundridge ON, Canada

[amsat-bb] Re: Rotor vs problems

2012-02-25 Thread Bill Booth
to the type of operator you are. For me, I wanted something that works and can be controlled by automatic means with no hassles. That is why I stay with the Yaesu units. I guess it comes down to do you want to operate, or have fun designing, building, or repairing other units. -- Bill Booth

[amsat-bb] Re: on local swap for sale

2011-12-22 Thread Bill Booth
nd one. I bought the whole radio in the end and resold the bits I did not want. I still have it running and see the odd one show up but they are few ... almost like the absence of snow and winter for this years Canadian winter. -- Bill Booth VE3NXK Sundridge ON, Canada 79.23.37 W x 45.46.18 N FN0

[amsat-bb] on local swap for sale

2011-12-22 Thread Bill Booth
the OPTION to add 1200Mhz or 2400Mhz, comes with internal PS-35 power supply, UX-R96 general coverage receive unit, original box, manual, hand mic. $1750.00 shipping included in Canada. Will consider an ICOM IC-275H as partial trade, must be in MINT condition. -- Bill Booth VE3NXK Sundridge ON

[amsat-bb] items for sale

2011-10-14 Thread Bill Booth
I am offering for sale on eBay: ARR 432 preamp mast mount item # 180738940013 K5GNA 2.4 GHz antenna with down converter item # 180738547935 Thanks for the bandwwidth -- Bill Booth VE3NXK Sundridge ON, Canada 79.23.37 W x 45.46.18 N FN05ns Visit my weather WebCam at http

[amsat-bb] launch vehicle while on holiday ??

2010-10-01 Thread Bill Booth
ols and universities. Read the full article here http://www.tourismexchange.com/exchange/en/newsroom/home/getArticle.jsp?articleID=12740&languageID=1 Is Richard Branson a ham maybe he should be. -- Bill Booth VE3NXK Sundridge ON, Canada 79.23.37 W x 45.46.18 N FN05ns Visit m

[amsat-bb] Re: Cross Devices Stuf

2010-06-09 Thread Bill Booth
tape to stick. I have never had a connector go bad with it taped ot not. -- Bill Booth VE3NXK Sundridge ON, Canada 79.23.37 W x 45.46.18 N FN05ns Visit my weather WebCam at http://www.almaguin.com/wxcurrent/weather.html Organ and Tissue Donation - The Gift of Life Talk to your family.

[amsat-bb] Re: New ICOM Satellaite Radio?

2009-11-04 Thread Bill Booth
u can put away on the shelf until you need it. Sounds like the XYL's are driving the design maybe . -- Bill Booth VE3NXK Sundridge ON, Canada 79.23.37 W x 45.46.18 N FN05ns Visit my weather WebCam at http://www.almaguin.com/wxcurrent/weather.html Organ and Tissue Donation - The

[amsat-bb] Re: Thanks for certificates

2009-08-24 Thread Bill Booth
andy thomas wrote: > My ARISS-25 anniversary certificate arrived today, courtesy of Christophe, > merci!! > What ever happened to those certificates anyways. I sent mine in way back in January, but this is the first time I have heard of anyone getting one ???? -- Bill Boo