Re: [amsat-bb] LVB tracker and SatPC32 under Windows 7/64 - OLE error 800A1F55

I had intermittent terminations of the USB link of LVB Tracker using the internal LVB Tracker USB to serial port adapter header with SATPC32 . I tried many different configurations to resolve and it pretty much failed during every satellite pass at least once when I tried to use it. I would ha

Re: [amsat-bb] LVB tracker and SatPC32 under Windows 7/64 - OLE error 800A1F55

Hi Craig, How is your LVB connected to your Windows system? I am using the same setup and experience no problems. My LVB is connected via real RS232 interface. 73 Jan PE0SAT On 16-06-2014 05:41, Craig Hayhow wrote: I wonder if anyone can give me some advice? I am trying to use LVB tracker and

[amsat-bb] LVB tracker and SatPC32 under Windows 7/64 - OLE error 800A1F55

I wonder if anyone can give me some advice? I am trying to use LVB tracker and SatPC32 under Windows 7/64 and every thing works fine until I start tracking a satellite and after a few minutes I get an OLE error 800A1F55 and the Server SDX program freezes up? Any ideas what is causing this and how

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker for sale?

I'm looking to purchase an LVB Tracker, assembled, and in good working condition. If anyone has one that is surplus to their needs, please contact me off list. -- -- 73, Les Rayburn, N1LF 121 Mayfair Park Maylene, AL 35114 EM63nf 6M VUCC #1712 AMSAT #38965 Grid Bandits #222 Southeastern VHF

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker Enclosure

Does the really nice Ten Tec powder coated enclosure being sold by AMSAT have and opening for the USB port? I am finally getting around to building the board and USB adapter that I have. 73, Joe kk0sd ___ Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. Opinions expre

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker

Hi folks, any news on when a new batch of te LVB trackers will be available?. I would like to order one with the new Blue screen. 73 de VE6ITV Scott ___ Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker availability?

Anyone have a guess on when the next batch of LVB Trackers will be available from AMSAT? Tnx, Ken, W7KKE ___ 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

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker production run?

I've been watching the Amsat store for the LVB tracker for the last month or two and it hasn't been listed. Any guess on when there will be another production run? 73, Ken, W7KKE ___ Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker OLED upgrade availability update

All, The blue OLED displays used in the updated LVB Tracker, introduced at the 2013 Dayton Hamvention, are currently on an 18 week back order with our suppliers. Green and amber OLED upgrades to older units are available through the AMSAT Store. Blue displays are expected to be available at a

[amsat-bb] LVB 5400 rotor control problem

Well after working for a very long time without issues my LVB and Yaesu control box have stop talking. The rotor box works perfect with the rotor but the LVB display does not indicate any movement. It just sets at 179 "Az" and "0" El. The switches on the LVB will move the rotor but no display move

[amsat-bb] LVB tracker problem

Hi Yanko Some times stray RF can cause a garbled display, I just re-flashed the firmware and all was ok. sounds like a corrupt Eprom, Follow the manual to reprogramme. Regards Rob M0TFO Sent from Windows Mail __

[amsat-bb] LVB tracker problem

Hello, Recently I start having problems with my lvb tracker and I was wondering if some one can help me figure out whats going on . The tracker will turn on and will run for 2 or 3 seconds and will display a garbled text after. Like in this video http://youtu.be/fgx0zE4RelU or it will just go d

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker USB link failure resolution

I had intermittent terminations of the USB link of LVB Tracker using the internal LVB Tracker USB to serial port adapter header with SATPC32 . I tried many different configurations to resolve and it pretty much failed during every satellite pass at least once when I tried to use it. I would ha

[amsat-bb] LVB tracker es laptop prob.

I had a very similar issue with an Acer lt and LVB Tracker. Never solved it but replaced lt with mini tower and all is well. It seems to be an issue of Win7 or perhaps voltage levels on the USB. Try a tower to prove it is the lt. 73, Tom ___ Sent vi

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker & SAT32PC Help making them play nicely needed

I think Bob, W7LRD, and I have a common block to some of our computer applications. I am in the process of getting my G-5500 rotor, LVB Tracker, and IC-910H to all play nicely with one another using SAT32PC software (v12.8). I am using a Panasonic Toughbook Computer with the serial port (com4

[amsat-bb] LVB Trackers

I have LVB tracker boxes in stock! If you would like to order one, call the AMSAT office between 10:00 AM ET - 6:00 PM ET. The number is 301-589-6062. -- 73- Martha ___ Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AM

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker and QST Questions

I have been looking for information on using the TCP interface on the LVB Tracker. The AMSAT-UK store lists the board http://shop.amsat.org.uk/shop/article_8/LVB-Traker-USB_TCP-Interface-bare-PCB.html?shop_param=cid%3D9%26aid%3D8%26 but the US AMSAT store does not carry it. Google searches have rev

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker not playing well with others

I picked up a LVB Tracker at Dayton last year and am just now getting it set up. No problem calibrating it to the G-5400B. All controlls work as expected. I connected the USB cable and loaded the drivers per the FTDI documentation but am having issues. As soon as I access the port from  Hyperter

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker

Looking for someone with the right stuff - an LVB Tracker controlling their rotors - a Computer running Windows 7 - slightly above average computer skills who is willing to take a few minutes to test a piece of software for me. tnx & 73 W9KE Tom Doyle

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker

I am looking for a good used LVB Tracker. If anyone is downsizing their station and would like to get rid of a LVB tracker, I am interested in a good, used, operational LVB Tracker, for my antenna system. If anyone has one for sale or any other type of rotor control that will function like t

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker/G5500 help

Would greatly appreciate some help trying to set up my LVB and Yaesu G5500 Had just a fewquestions as to the set up types I should use for the LVB settings: >> is this rotor considered >> >> a 360 degree max az rotor or 450 South CCW = FEN >> >> or >> >> 450North CCW = FEE

[amsat-bb] LVB tracker

Hello, I'm having problems with my LVB tracker project. After successful programing on the pic (16F876A), I'm not getting any response via Hyperterminal and there is no text on the LCD display. I have HDR1 jumper in run and HDR2 in off . Can some one help me troubleshoot or provide any tips ?

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker LCD

Hi! Could someone give a Digikey part number for the LCD module used in the LVB Tracker? 73 de Sven LA6KJ ___ Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satelli

[amsat-bb] LVB cabling?

I just ordered my LVB box from Amsat as one of the final pcs. necessary to finish building my base station.  I know a CAT cable is needed from my 847 to the computer, but what is required from the computer to the LVB box and from the LVB to the rotator control box?  For this installation, I plan

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker

There have been a lot of great comments about the LVB Tracker. I will add one that hasn't been made. I used the LVB Tracker, assembled by WB8CXO, on my Satellite Grid Expedition around Lake Superior in August 2010. It drove a G5400b rotor on a tripod mounted in the bed of my F150. The rotor whic

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker & G-5500 Rotator

Hi All, I am having problems trying to use the LVB Tracker/G5500 on the Serial Port. My box will not communicate. Mike Young sent me another box with the MAX232 chip and I am not able to communicate with it either. I can control the G5500 via the LVB faceplate. I am using COM Port 1, 9600, 8-N

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker reset problem

Got my LVB Tracker from AMSAT last week. Installed it on a G5500. Calibrated it and it seemed to work fine until yesterday. It seem to now just randomly reset itself as if it were being power cycled. The LCD screen posts the startup firmware version message then goes back to normal. This hap

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker

LVB Tracker with KR-5400A Controller. EEPROM does not hold calibration after Controller is turned off for a while. Do I have to go thru the calibration procedure every time it is turned on? Am I missing something here? 73, Harvey K5HV ___ Sent v

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker Help

Have been using LVB Tracker with G-5500 and HRD Sat tracker for a while now with no problems. Now when I begin new session everything seems normal (can still track Sats)except the screen on LVB Tracker is Garbled. Unable to put LVB into calibrate mode, no response. Can I reset LVB Tr

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker problem

Hi all, Lately my LVB Tracker (USB) has been stopping in the middle of a pass. It does not happen all the time, but lately it has been happening more often. When this happens I have to turn the G-5500 off/on then restart SatPC32. Has anyone experienced this with their tracker? I wonder if I s

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker / 5500 rotor / USB-Serial Port coversion

I am struggling trying to establish a proper USB - Serial port conversion on my laptop. Can someone tell me which software is best for this conversion and what are the pitfalls. I have tried the FTDI Drivers as described in the LVB Tracker Box Manual without success. With so many LVB Trackers in

[amsat-bb] LVB tracker issue

I had the USB port on my LVB go out after a voltage surge that took out my computer. I removed the USB board and put the chip in for serial control. With the DB9 connected to computer with real serial port(not USB/serial converter) the LVB will not always track right. I use for EME and SAT and so

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker USB serial port driver for Windows 7 x64 Success

In response to my posting yesterday I received one suggestion to use a Vista driver. It did not work. What did work is the following: I downloaded the following zip files from http://www.dlpdesign.com/#Drivers . http://www.dlpdesign.com/cdm20600certified.zip http://www.dlpdesign.com/cdm20600d

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker USB serial port driver for Windows 7 x64?

Has anyone located a driver for the LVB Tracker internal USB to serial port adapter on Windows 7 x64? If not, has anyone reverted to the serial port connection on LVB Tracker and used an external USB to serial port adapter successfully with SatPC32 on Windows 7 x64? I have an Edgeport multiple

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker and Kenpro

Thanks to all who answered my (incomplete) email. It is clear to me now that my Kenpro 5400-A, which has an external control on the back, can be made to work with the LVB tracker. After the 2 feet of snow melts, I will be refurbishing the rotator where needed. I am hoping this and the antenna d

[amsat-bb] LVB

And G6LVB said:   "Yes, I can vouch for it being rather good too. 73, Howard G6LVB"   I never thought that watching an AO-40 demo in the parking lot of the Dayton Hamvention could be informative but also humorous. I remember it very well, and it's good to know you still have that humor.   It's g

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker

I wonder if any one has had any problems with their LVB Tracker as mind has stopped working?  Jack WA1ZDV ___ Sent via amsat...@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite prog

[amsat-bb] LVB tracker noise

I am using and LVB tracker to control my GS5400B AZ/EL system. I mainly use it on EME and WSJT controlling it with NOVA. There has always been excessive noise shown on the waterfall when I am on certain 144mhz frequencies. I can cut power to the 5400 and it goes away so I am pretty sure it is eith

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker Help

I have resurrected my LVB Tracker project from several years back. Using WinXP, I was finally able to go through the first part of programming the tracker I think. I get the following: Press RESET button. Hit any key to continue. Identifying device... Chip ID=09E6 16F876 identified Beginning

[amsat-bb] LVB tracker

Has any Amsat member experience using the LVB tacker with Yaesu G1000DXC and KR-500 rotators? Is it easy?possible?Or impossible ? With thanks Andy VK3AS ___ Sent via amsat...@amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member?

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker kit

Hi, I probably missed something but on AMSAT website, we are able to buy the LVB Tracker completely assembled, the bare board without any part or only the enclosure What about a complete LVB Tracker but as a kit ?? I don't want to save money, I just like to build, when possibl

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker

Howard,   Let me assure you. Your LVB tracker Version 1.2 is still doing a fine job. The very stripped down version I built with only the PIC16F876, MAX232 and 2N3904s just sits inside a ordinary Radio Shack box (no buttons, no display) and does its job day in a day out.   Thank you for a fun ho

[amsat-bb] lvb tracker circuit -- xtal?

Hi, I have problems in making the LVB tracker circuit run. I have built the LVB tracker ver. PCB v1.2, Firmware v0.7, Programmer v0.2, Documentation v1.9,  7 Dec 2004, by G6LVB. The firmware was flashed successfully with IC-PROG v 1.06B, a homebrewed interface for LPT, and an old PC with LPT1 r

[amsat-bb] LVB

w7...@comcast.net Subject: [amsat-bb] Re: LVB To: myles landstein Cc: amsat-bb@amsat.org Message-ID:     <1473574289.406101247336549711.javamail.r...@sz0126a.emeryville.ca.mail.comcast.net>     Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8 Cost is very reasonable-AMSAT gets the profits-after

[amsat-bb] LVB

Hi Just wondering if anyone out there using the LVB, could drop me a line and let me know their opinions and experience with it Thanks Going to Dayton '10 It will get better with more support! Myles D Landstein N2EHG myles.landst...@gmail.com

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker oooops

Hello My LVB tracker on the display says

[amsat-bb] LVB Tracker - re-dux

Ok, I got the problem with the dialogue box figured out. (I had done a system restore and had not re-installed Word 2003; that's why I was getting the Windows installer box...duh! :-) ) Anyway, I got the USB driver installed now. And all this time I thought it was a problem with the drivers, when