[amsat-bb] Re: controller and Rotator help

[myles landstein]

Since no one has  replied  thought  I might give it another  try,  
while perhaps not many  are familiar with MacDoppler software,  I  
hope  some would  be  with the  hardware and wouldn't mind  offering  
some  help?


thanks

happy 4th


On Jul 3, 2009, at 4:47 PM, myles landstein wrote:

> Hoping to get some real world advice from those that are using
> MacDoppler and a compatible Rotor /Controller set up as this will
> be my first time getting a rotator and controller.
>
> I wanted to solicit some advice on two fronts, the rotor
> controller basically for ease of use with MacDoppler and
> rotor reliability.
>
>
> My first thoughts were towards a Yaesu 5500 and maybe the
> PrimeTec controller or maybe the LVB tracker as it's less costly.
>
> I read a few reviews but not much was out there in general but
> especially on the PrimeTec...

Anyone using the PrimeTec?
>
> What are you using as a controller? would appreciate any
> comparisons pro's cons tips tricks you might have
>
>
> My biggest concern really is the Rotator. I am in a situation such
> that after installation, getting back to the roof for repairs
> would be rather difficult. So i am trying to identify the 'best'
> small/moderate sized rotator (az/el) as possible /practical.
>
> Will be turning a small M2 2m and 440 circular pol beam
>
>
> Not really sure how reliable the 5500 is for long term use. so
> if there was a 'better' more reliable and or longer lasting rotor
> out there i'd strongly consider it
>
> The only thing I thought of as a alternative was the AlphaSpid but
> comparing reviews I seem to come out about the same between it and
> the 5500 -hoping some real world  responses might  help me break the  
> 'tie'
>
>
> Since this is all new stuff and I am not finding the usual
> quality 'google' results /reviews (PrimeTec) I would greatly  
> appreciate any
> help or experience /advice on this from someone that went down
> this road already and willing to share some first hand info on what  
> they use.
>
>
>
> thanks very much grateful for any advice.
>
>
> Going to Dayton '10  It will get better with
> more support!
>
> Myles D   Landstein
> N2EHG
> myles.landstein at gmail.com
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