Steve,
The answer to your questions is YES. For starting out, as Drew suggested,
see as many passes worked in the demo area as you can. Likewise, at the
AMSAT booth you can pick up some good intro books, and talk about software,
hardware, etc with experienced operators. If everybody seems too b
Amen to this, Steve (both Steves actually ;) )
This year, we have a clear focus on trying to get youth and first time
operators ON THE AIR. We want you to come to the microphone and make
a contact!!Between passes, there is plenty of time for equipment
review, discussions, inspections, etc.
Without a single doubt, spend as much time out in the demo area with Keith and
crew.
73, Drew KO4MA
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On May 15, 2012, at 10:29 AM, Steve May wrote:
> I have been interested in AMSAT operation for awhile but have not even
> began to put together a station for satellite work.
Steve,
My recommendation is that you attend at least one of the satellite demos for an
FM satellite (AO-27 or SO-50) *and* an analog satellite (AO-7, FO-29, or
VO-52). The techniques and contacts are different for FM and SSB; you will
learn from both types of contacts. Note that the ISS and H
