[amsat-bb] dumbest questions in the world

[Burns Fisher]

Sure, there are lots of choices.  Thanks for pointing out Orbitron.

On Sat, Nov 7, 2015 at 11:51 AM, John Brier <johnbrier at gmail.com> wrote:
> Satpc32 seems to require more up front configuration and learning. I gave up
> and used Orbitron which seems more simple and is also free. I recommend it.
>
> On Nov 7, 2015 9:14 AM, "Burns Fisher" <burns at fisher.cc> wrote:
>>
>> As to pass prediction programs, SatPC32 is not free, but like the book
>> Drew mentioned it comes as a premium with a certain level of AMSAT
>> membership.  It is one of the "gold standard" programs that includes
>> automated tuning of your rig (if it has computer control) to
>> compensate for doppler and steering of rotators.
>>
>> But another truly free resource is at
>> http://www.amsat.org/amsat-new/tools/predict/index.php, an on-line
>> pass prediction tool.
>>
>> Good luck and 73,
>>
>> Burns W2BFJ
>>
>> On Sat, Nov 7, 2015 at 8:01 AM, Andrew Glasbrenner
>> <glasbrenner at mindspring.com> wrote:
>> > It's not perfect and needs some additions and updates, but here is a
>> > resource: http://www.amsat.org/?page_id=177
>> >
>> > You may also consider the Getting Started book from AMSAT, which can be
>> > had
>> > as a free download with AMSAT membership, or purchased in hard copy from
>> > the
>> > store at
>> > http://store.amsat.org/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=33&products_id=125
>> >
>> > 73, Drew KO4MA
>> >
>> > -----Original Message-----
>> > From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:amsat-bb-bounces at amsat.org] On Behalf Of KG4BYN -
>> > Ben
>> > Harold
>> > Sent: Friday, November 06, 2015 11:11 PM
>> > To: amsat-bb at amsat.org
>> > Subject: [amsat-bb] dumbest questions in the world
>> >
>> > ok, these are, indeed, the dumbest questions for you folks, because i've
>> > determined you all ARE the experts.  i'm a 60+ year old ham. never
>> > worked
>> > the birds, but have always been fascinated.  yup typical story, right?
>> > our
>> > local, somewhat, non-existent radio club had someone (not from around
>> > here)
>> > provide a very brief demonstration one saturday morning in a walmart
>> > parking
>> > lot - circa 2001.  needless to say that was a LONG time ago.  most of my
>> > hamming has been cw, with a rare ssb qso.
>> > i got burned out on 2m/70cm, early on (many years ago), howver...i've
>> > got my
>> > vhf/gear and antennas updated for some sat work.  MY MAJOR PROBLEM is
>> > _/where/_ can i find downlink/uplink freqs for the fm birds with
>> > transponders.  to be honest, i'd be darned happy to just to RECEIVE a cw
>> > beacon or even some packet via rig and soundcard.  i've weeded through
>> > tons
>> > of websites, tons of threads on this bb...and am STILL having a
>> > difficult
>> > time finding the info for what i want.  i'm a dinosaur (OLD) and and
>> > recovering from extremely severe colon cancer surgery, BUT i'm looking
>> > to
>> > broaden my horizons/hobby.  also a link to a DECENT free tracking
>> > program
>> > with updating pass predictions would be helpful, too.  i have a refurb
>> > pc
>> > notebook in the shack for this project.  yes, i've heard of google, and
>> > yes,
>> > i've read darned near everything i can find...but the more i read, the
>> > more
>> > confused this old guys gets.  feel free to answer me via private email
>> > so as
>> > not to clutter this mailing list...which HAS provided great info, but
>> > also,
>> > sadly,  adds to my confusion.  at least, i've got the doppler effect
>> > problem
>> > reasonably figured out.  sorry for the long email and stupid questions.
>> > i
>> > originally wasn't going to send it, but i figured i gotta start
>> > someplace.
>> > 73!
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
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