From ai6do at yahoo.com  Thu Jun  1 00:04:58 2017
From: ai6do at yahoo.com (Ryan Noguchi)
Date: Thu, 1 Jun 2017 00:04:58 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] Be kind to our old lady AO-7
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>Lately, AO-7 has spontaneously switched out of Mode B during passes over the US and probably other places.?>...

My understanding is that this is not uncommon. ?The first question that comes to my mind: ?Are there stations that consistently work AO-7 on Mode A shortly after the satellite resets?

73, Ryan AI6DO


   

From af5cc2 at gmail.com  Thu Jun  1 01:16:35 2017
From: af5cc2 at gmail.com (John Geiger)
Date: Thu, 1 Jun 2017 01:16:35 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Be kind to our old lady AO-7
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Are there many stations doing Mode A at all?  I haven't worked too many
people on that mode before, but it is a lot of fun. Once it switches to
Mode A, what causes it to eventually go back to Mode B?

73 John AF5CC

On Thu, Jun 1, 2017 at 12:04 AM, Ryan Noguchi via AMSAT-BB <
amsat-bb at amsat.org> wrote:

>
> >Lately, AO-7 has spontaneously switched out of Mode B during passes over
> the US and probably other places. >...
>
> My understanding is that this is not uncommon.  The first question that
> comes to my mind:  Are there stations that consistently work AO-7 on Mode A
> shortly after the satellite resets?
>
> 73, Ryan AI6DO
>
>
>
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From matthew at mrstevens.net  Thu Jun  1 01:20:43 2017
From: matthew at mrstevens.net (Matthew Stevens)
Date: Wed, 31 May 2017 21:20:43 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Be kind to our old lady AO-7
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I am not set up for mode A, but in the recordings I've heard made by others
who are - seems like you're lucky to hear anyone on mode A at all. I don't
think anyone is intentionally causing the mode change just so they can work
mode A.

Once the satellite enters eclipse (goes out of sunlight) it will reset back
to mode B for the next pass.

?73,?

- Matthew
? kk4fem?


On Wed, May 31, 2017 at 9:16 PM, John Geiger <af5cc2 at gmail.com> wrote:

> Are there many stations doing Mode A at all?  I haven't worked too many
> people on that mode before, but it is a lot of fun. Once it switches to
> Mode A, what causes it to eventually go back to Mode B?
>
> 73 John AF5CC
>
> On Thu, Jun 1, 2017 at 12:04 AM, Ryan Noguchi via AMSAT-BB <
> amsat-bb at amsat.org> wrote:
>
> >
> > >Lately, AO-7 has spontaneously switched out of Mode B during passes over
> > the US and probably other places. >...
> >
> > My understanding is that this is not uncommon.  The first question that
> > comes to my mind:  Are there stations that consistently work AO-7 on
> Mode A
> > shortly after the satellite resets?
> >
> > 73, Ryan AI6DO
> >
> >
> >
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From gabrielzeifman at gmail.com  Thu Jun  1 01:54:48 2017
From: gabrielzeifman at gmail.com (Gabriel Zeifman)
Date: Wed, 31 May 2017 20:54:48 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Be kind to our old lady AO-7
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It nearly always wakes up into mode B after each eclipse. So since it is currently (and for the foreseeable future) eclipsing every orbit, it will reset once every orbit after re-entering sunlight from eclipse. 

73,
Gabe
NJ7H

> On May 31, 2017, at 8:16 PM, John Geiger <af5cc2 at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> Are there many stations doing Mode A at all?  I haven't worked too many
> people on that mode before, but it is a lot of fun. Once it switches to
> Mode A, what causes it to eventually go back to Mode B?
> 
> 73 John AF5CC
> 
> On Thu, Jun 1, 2017 at 12:04 AM, Ryan Noguchi via AMSAT-BB <
> amsat-bb at amsat.org> wrote:
> 
>> 
>>> Lately, AO-7 has spontaneously switched out of Mode B during passes over
>> the US and probably other places. >...
>> 
>> My understanding is that this is not uncommon.  The first question that
>> comes to my mind:  Are there stations that consistently work AO-7 on Mode A
>> shortly after the satellite resets?
>> 
>> 73, Ryan AI6DO
>> 
>> 
>> 
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From zmetzing at pobox.com  Thu Jun  1 02:09:08 2017
From: zmetzing at pobox.com (Zach Metzinger)
Date: Wed, 31 May 2017 21:09:08 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Be kind to our old lady AO-7
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On 05/31/17 20:16, John Geiger wrote:
> Are there many stations doing Mode A at all?  I haven't worked too many
> people on that mode before, but it is a lot of fun. Once it switches to
> Mode A, what causes it to eventually go back to Mode B?

Perhaps a novice question: Is there any reason not to work it in Mode A 
when it switches?

--- Zach
N0ZGO


From matthew at mrstevens.net  Thu Jun  1 02:12:28 2017
From: matthew at mrstevens.net (Matthew Stevens)
Date: Wed, 31 May 2017 22:12:28 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Be kind to our old lady AO-7
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No reason, except it's a little more difficult to carry around a 10m antenna than it is to carry an Arrow or Elk :-)

- Matthew kk4fem

Sent from my iPhone

> On May 31, 2017, at 22:09, Zach Metzinger <zmetzing at pobox.com> wrote:
> 
>> On 05/31/17 20:16, John Geiger wrote:
>> Are there many stations doing Mode A at all?  I haven't worked too many
>> people on that mode before, but it is a lot of fun. Once it switches to
>> Mode A, what causes it to eventually go back to Mode B?
> 
> Perhaps a novice question: Is there any reason not to work it in Mode A when it switches?
> 
> --- Zach
> N0ZGO
> 
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From af5cc2 at gmail.com  Thu Jun  1 02:11:24 2017
From: af5cc2 at gmail.com (John Geiger)
Date: Thu, 1 Jun 2017 02:11:24 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Be kind to our old lady AO-7
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Why does Mode A have a normal transponder, whereas Mode B uses an inverting
transponder?

73 John AF5CC

On Thu, Jun 1, 2017 at 2:09 AM, Zach Metzinger <zmetzing at pobox.com> wrote:

> On 05/31/17 20:16, John Geiger wrote:
>
>> Are there many stations doing Mode A at all?  I haven't worked too many
>> people on that mode before, but it is a lot of fun. Once it switches to
>> Mode A, what causes it to eventually go back to Mode B?
>>
>
> Perhaps a novice question: Is there any reason not to work it in Mode A
> when it switches?
>
> --- Zach
> N0ZGO
>
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From n8hm at arrl.net  Thu Jun  1 02:17:11 2017
From: n8hm at arrl.net (Paul Stoetzer)
Date: Thu, 01 Jun 2017 02:17:11 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Be kind to our old lady AO-7
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Nope! By all means, work it in Mode A if you're equipped!

73,

Paul, N8HM

On Wed, May 31, 2017 at 22:09 Zach Metzinger <zmetzing at pobox.com> wrote:

> On 05/31/17 20:16, John Geiger wrote:
> > Are there many stations doing Mode A at all?  I haven't worked too many
> > people on that mode before, but it is a lot of fun. Once it switches to
> > Mode A, what causes it to eventually go back to Mode B?
>
> Perhaps a novice question: Is there any reason not to work it in Mode A
> when it switches?
>
> --- Zach
> N0ZGO
>
> _______________________________________________
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From n8hm at arrl.net  Thu Jun  1 02:36:24 2017
From: n8hm at arrl.net (Paul Stoetzer)
Date: Thu, 01 Jun 2017 02:36:24 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Be kind to our old lady AO-7
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Inverting transponders exist to reduce the total Doppler shift. Since the
Doppler shift on 10 meters is  so low, there's no real need to invert the
passband.

73,

Paul, N8HM

On Wed, May 31, 2017 at 22:22 John Geiger <af5cc2 at gmail.com> wrote:

> Why does Mode A have a normal transponder, whereas Mode B uses an inverting
> transponder?
>
> 73 John AF5CC
>
> On Thu, Jun 1, 2017 at 2:09 AM, Zach Metzinger <zmetzing at pobox.com> wrote:
>
> > On 05/31/17 20:16, John Geiger wrote:
> >
> >> Are there many stations doing Mode A at all?  I haven't worked too many
> >> people on that mode before, but it is a lot of fun. Once it switches to
> >> Mode A, what causes it to eventually go back to Mode B?
> >>
> >
> > Perhaps a novice question: Is there any reason not to work it in Mode A
> > when it switches?
> >
> > --- Zach
> > N0ZGO
> >
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From k9jkm at comcast.net  Thu Jun  1 02:41:51 2017
From: k9jkm at comcast.net (JoAnne Maenpaa)
Date: Wed, 31 May 2017 21:41:51 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Be kind to our old lady AO-7
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Hi John,

It's a bit involved without having a white board or the use of hands to wave
around but maybe I can state the principle in 25 words or less ...

A transponder is pretty much an RF mixer where a local oscillator (LO)
frequency is mixed with an input signal. The resulting output of the mixer
is a combination of ...
1. the LO frequency (call it F1)
2. the originating input frequency (call it F2)
3. a resultant output of LO-input freq  (F1-F2)
4. a resultant output of LO+input freq  (F1+F2)

Depending on which resultant mixer output you transmit you'll be inverted or
not inverted. Perhaps that is too simple of an explanation to make sense.
More details thanks to google like this one:
http://www.radio-electronics.com/info/rf-technology-design/mixers/rf-mixers-
mixing-basics-tutorial.php

More experts around here will tell better :-)

--
73 de JoAnne K9JKM
k9jkm at amsat.org




From nss at mwt.net  Thu Jun  1 03:06:01 2017
From: nss at mwt.net (Joe)
Date: Wed, 31 May 2017 22:06:01 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Be kind to our old lady AO-7
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I agree,

I Love Mode A

And even more basic equipment can be used to make a contact on Mode A.
No expensive all mode VHF/UHF rigs needed.
Joe
Sig
The Original Rolling Ball Clock
Idle Tyme
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http://www.idle-tyme.com
On 5/31/2017 9:09 PM, Zach Metzinger wrote:
> On 05/31/17 20:16, John Geiger wrote:
>> Are there many stations doing Mode A at all?  I haven't worked too many
>> people on that mode before, but it is a lot of fun. Once it switches to
>> Mode A, what causes it to eventually go back to Mode B?
>
> Perhaps a novice question: Is there any reason not to work it in Mode 
> A when it switches?
>
> --- Zach
> N0ZGO
>
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From n8hm at arrl.net  Thu Jun  1 03:19:19 2017
From: n8hm at arrl.net (Paul Stoetzer)
Date: Thu, 01 Jun 2017 03:19:19 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Be kind to our old lady AO-7
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That was true in the 1970s, but today working VHF/UHF linear transponders
can be done quite inexpensively. Certainly for no more than an average HF
station.

73,

Paul, N8HM

On Wed, May 31, 2017 at 23:09 Joe <nss at mwt.net> wrote:

> I agree,
>
> I Love Mode A
>
> And even more basic equipment can be used to make a contact on Mode A.
> No expensive all mode VHF/UHF rigs needed.
> Joe
> Sig
> The Original Rolling Ball Clock
> Idle Tyme
> Idle-Tyme.com
> http://www.idle-tyme.com
> On 5/31/2017 9:09 PM, Zach Metzinger wrote:
> > On 05/31/17 20:16, John Geiger wrote:
> >> Are there many stations doing Mode A at all?  I haven't worked too many
> >> people on that mode before, but it is a lot of fun. Once it switches to
> >> Mode A, what causes it to eventually go back to Mode B?
> >
> > Perhaps a novice question: Is there any reason not to work it in Mode
> > A when it switches?
> >
> > --- Zach
> > N0ZGO
> >
> > _______________________________________________
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From nss at mwt.net  Thu Jun  1 03:31:47 2017
From: nss at mwt.net (Joe)
Date: Wed, 31 May 2017 22:31:47 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Be kind to our old lady AO-7
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	<1697876802.146723.1496275498569@mail.yahoo.com>
	<CAHC1P2_tY-JxxjLrRBC-sui1tUT53C9i7X5EdWeAKe6kZtXzdg@mail.gmail.com>
	<8d13ad49-bcc7-9347-5ffd-0b6bc8f8f6b3@pobox.com>
	<936152e1-cabe-b75f-c5a6-b746c13d7109@mwt.net>
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who says HF is inexpensive?
Joe WB9SBD
Sig
The Original Rolling Ball Clock
Idle Tyme
Idle-Tyme.com
http://www.idle-tyme.com
On 5/31/2017 10:19 PM, Paul Stoetzer wrote:
> That was true in the 1970s, but today working VHF/UHF linear transponders
> can be done quite inexpensively. Certainly for no more than an average HF
> station.
>
> 73,
>
> Paul, N8HM
>
> On Wed, May 31, 2017 at 23:09 Joe <nss at mwt.net> wrote:
>
>> I agree,
>>
>> I Love Mode A
>>
>> And even more basic equipment can be used to make a contact on Mode A.
>> No expensive all mode VHF/UHF rigs needed.
>> Joe
>> Sig
>> The Original Rolling Ball Clock
>> Idle Tyme
>> Idle-Tyme.com
>> http://www.idle-tyme.com
>> On 5/31/2017 9:09 PM, Zach Metzinger wrote:
>>> On 05/31/17 20:16, John Geiger wrote:
>>>> Are there many stations doing Mode A at all?  I haven't worked too many
>>>> people on that mode before, but it is a lot of fun. Once it switches to
>>>> Mode A, what causes it to eventually go back to Mode B?
>>> Perhaps a novice question: Is there any reason not to work it in Mode
>>> A when it switches?
>>>
>>> --- Zach
>>> N0ZGO
>>>
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From af5cc2 at gmail.com  Thu Jun  1 03:40:30 2017
From: af5cc2 at gmail.com (John Geiger)
Date: Wed, 31 May 2017 22:40:30 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Be kind to our old lady AO-7
In-Reply-To: <006301d2da80$a08fe6a0$e1afb3e0$@net>
References: <1697876802.146723.1496275498569.ref@mail.yahoo.com>
	<1697876802.146723.1496275498569@mail.yahoo.com>
	<CAHC1P2_tY-JxxjLrRBC-sui1tUT53C9i7X5EdWeAKe6kZtXzdg@mail.gmail.com>
	<8d13ad49-bcc7-9347-5ffd-0b6bc8f8f6b3@pobox.com>
	<CAHC1P2-zfiEx2Hb5R+tLVRJKEiCD_aMy7BOSmUcRGTgpz=XNcA@mail.gmail.com>
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Thanks for the information, that clears up one question I have always had.

73 John AF5CC

On Wed, May 31, 2017 at 9:41 PM, JoAnne Maenpaa <k9jkm at comcast.net> wrote:

> Hi John,
>
> It's a bit involved without having a white board or the use of hands to
> wave
> around but maybe I can state the principle in 25 words or less ...
>
> A transponder is pretty much an RF mixer where a local oscillator (LO)
> frequency is mixed with an input signal. The resulting output of the mixer
> is a combination of ...
> 1. the LO frequency (call it F1)
> 2. the originating input frequency (call it F2)
> 3. a resultant output of LO-input freq  (F1-F2)
> 4. a resultant output of LO+input freq  (F1+F2)
>
> Depending on which resultant mixer output you transmit you'll be inverted
> or
> not inverted. Perhaps that is too simple of an explanation to make sense.
> More details thanks to google like this one:
> http://www.radio-electronics.com/info/rf-technology-design/
> mixers/rf-mixers-
> mixing-basics-tutorial.php
>
> More experts around here will tell better :-)
>
> --
> 73 de JoAnne K9JKM
> k9jkm at amsat.org
>
>
>
>

From nj1h at comcast.net  Thu Jun  1 04:02:22 2017
From: nj1h at comcast.net (Bill Bordy, NJ1H )
Date: Thu, 1 Jun 2017 00:02:22 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 broadband noise in passband.
Message-ID: <5a37c343-db32-9a79-b73e-acae67e4a5a3@comcast.net>

I have been observing AO-7 quite a bit lately and I have noticed three 
broadband humps in my panadapter display. I also see these in W5RKN 
panadapter captures at:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-Jez46MB5RaMzV0RlhmWHNWcjg/view?usp=sharing

This confirms these are being transmitted from AO-7. They disappear 
immediately after the mode switch in his captures. I also observed this 
today at 31 MAY 2017 about 19:03 UTC during a mode switch.

Does anyone have an explanation of why these occur? The obvious might be 
some sort of signals on the uplink. Has anyone identified if these 
signals occur throughout the world or just in specific areas. If you 
look at these, a large part of AO-7's power output is being used to 
transmit the broadband humps.

73,
Bill
NJ1H




From n8hm at arrl.net  Thu Jun  1 04:16:18 2017
From: n8hm at arrl.net (Paul Stoetzer)
Date: Thu, 01 Jun 2017 04:16:18 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 broadband noise in passband.
In-Reply-To: <5a37c343-db32-9a79-b73e-acae67e4a5a3@comcast.net>
References: <5a37c343-db32-9a79-b73e-acae67e4a5a3@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <CABzOSOogMnb=JV5DTLKebCkVcwT0OM+JTbbVDt8G7BKMOC5EQg@mail.gmail.com>

They are definitely internally generated. Someone who's been around longer
might be able to say if they've been there since the beginning or if
they're possibly the result of intern circuit degradation of some type.

Incidentally, the noise peaks coincide with the most sensitive parts of the
transponder. The middle is the weakest.

73,

Paul, N8HM

On Thu, Jun 1, 2017 at 00:02 Bill Bordy, NJ1H <nj1h at comcast.net> wrote:

> I have been observing AO-7 quite a bit lately and I have noticed three
> broadband humps in my panadapter display. I also see these in W5RKN
> panadapter captures at:
>
>
> https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-Jez46MB5RaMzV0RlhmWHNWcjg/view?usp=sharing
>
> This confirms these are being transmitted from AO-7. They disappear
> immediately after the mode switch in his captures. I also observed this
> today at 31 MAY 2017 about 19:03 UTC during a mode switch.
>
> Does anyone have an explanation of why these occur? The obvious might be
> some sort of signals on the uplink. Has anyone identified if these
> signals occur throughout the world or just in specific areas. If you
> look at these, a large part of AO-7's power output is being used to
> transmit the broadband humps.
>
> 73,
> Bill
> NJ1H
>
>
>
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From gabrielzeifman at gmail.com  Thu Jun  1 04:26:07 2017
From: gabrielzeifman at gmail.com (Gabriel Zeifman)
Date: Wed, 31 May 2017 23:26:07 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 broadband noise in passband.
In-Reply-To: <5a37c343-db32-9a79-b73e-acae67e4a5a3@comcast.net>
References: <5a37c343-db32-9a79-b73e-acae67e4a5a3@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <7D0CE94C-B5A3-4D23-BADA-2271538B7CC7@gmail.com>

This has been well documented from the earliest days of AO-7 in the 1970s. They occur throughout the world.  

73,
Gabe
NJ7H

> On May 31, 2017, at 11:02 PM, Bill Bordy, NJ1H <nj1h at comcast.net> wrote:
> 
> I have been observing AO-7 quite a bit lately and I have noticed three broadband humps in my panadapter display. I also see these in W5RKN panadapter captures at:
> 
> https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-Jez46MB5RaMzV0RlhmWHNWcjg/view?usp=sharing
> 
> This confirms these are being transmitted from AO-7. They disappear immediately after the mode switch in his captures. I also observed this today at 31 MAY 2017 about 19:03 UTC during a mode switch.
> 
> Does anyone have an explanation of why these occur? The obvious might be some sort of signals on the uplink. Has anyone identified if these signals occur throughout the world or just in specific areas. If you look at these, a large part of AO-7's power output is being used to transmit the broadband humps.
> 
> 73,
> Bill
> NJ1H
> 
> 
> 
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From AJ9N at aol.com  Thu Jun  1 08:05:23 2017
From: AJ9N at aol.com (AJ9N at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 1 Jun 2017 04:05:23 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2017-06-01 08:00
	UTC
Message-ID: <3b9252.1bd9f1e.466124c3@aol.com>

Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2017-06-01  08:00 UTC

Quick list of scheduled contacts and  events:

About Gagarin From The Space.  Implementation Of The  Session Of Radio-Love 
Communication With The Participants Of The Children's  Festival "Strong 
Oresh", Orekhovo, Russia, Direct Via R1AJT (***)
The ISS  callsign is presently scheduled to be RS?ISS 
The scheduled astronaut is  Fyodor Yurchikhin 
Contact was successful Sat 2017-05-27 18:55 UTC  (***)


Australian Air League South Australia Wing,  Elizabeth, South Australia, 
Australia, telebridge via W6SRJ
The ISS callsign  is presently scheduled to be NA1SS 
The scheduled astronaut is Thomas Pesquet  KG5FYG
Contact was successful: Wed 2017-05-31 09:35:31 UTC 38 deg  (***)

****************************************************************************
**
ARISS  is always glad to receive listener reports for the above contacts.  
ARISS  thanks everyone in advance for their assistance.  Feel free to send 
your  reports to aj9n at amsat.org or aj9n at aol.com.

Listen for the ISS on  the downlink of 145.8?  MHz.

****************************************************************************
***

All  ARISS contacts are made via the Kenwood radio unless otherwise  noted.

****************************************************************************
***

Several  of you have sent me emails asking about the RAC ARISS website and 
not being  able to get in.  That has now been changed to  
http://www.ariss.org/

Note that there are links to other ARISS  websites from this  site.

****************************************************************************
Looking  for something new to do?  How about receiving DATV from the  ISS?  
 
If interested, then please go to the ARISS-EU website for  complete 
details.  Look for the buttons indicating Ham  Video.                       
      

http://www.ariss-eu.org/    

If you need some  assistance, ARISS mentor Kerry N6IZW, might be able to 
provide some  insight.  Contact Kerry at  kbanke at sbcglobal.net
****************************************************************************
ARISS  congratulations the following mentors who have now mentored over 100 
 
schools:  

Satoshi 7M3TJZ with 123 
Gaston ON4WF with  123
Francesco IK?WGF with  119

****************************************************************************
The  webpages listed below were all reviewed for accuracy.  Out of date  
webpages were removed and new ones have been added.  If there are  
additional 
ARISS websites I need to know about, please let me  know.

Note, all times are approximate.  It is recommended that you  do your own 
orbital prediction or start listening about 10 minutes before  the listed 
time. 
All dates and times listed follow International  Standard ISO 8601 date and 
time format  YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS

The  complete schedule page has been updated as of 2017-06-01 08:00 UTC.  
(***)
Here you will find a listing of all scheduled school contacts, and  
questions, other ISS related websites, IRLP and Echolink websites, and  
instructions for any contact that may be streamed live.    

http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.txt

Total  number of ARISS ISS to earth school events is 1142. (***)
Each school counts  as 1 event.
Total number of ARISS ISS to earth school contacts is 1101.  (***)
Each contact may have multiple schools sharing the same time  slot.
Total number of ARISS supported terrestrial contacts is 47. 

A  complete year by year breakdown of the contacts may be found in the  
file.
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf

Please  feel free to contact me if more detailed statistics are  needed.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

The  following US states and entities have never had an ARISS contact:
Arkansas,  Delaware, South Dakota, Wyoming, American Samoa, Guam, Northern 
Marianas  Islands, and the Virgin  Islands.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

QSL  information may be found at:   
http://www.ariss.org/qsl-cards.html  

ISS callsigns:  DP?ISS, IR?ISS, NA1SS, OR4ISS,  RS?ISS

****************************************************************************
The  successful school list has been updated as of 2017-06-01 08:00 UTC.  
(***)

http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/Successful_ARISS_schools.rtf

Frequency   chart for packet, voice, and crossband repeater modes showing 
Doppler   correction  as of 2005-07-29 04:00  UTC
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ISS_frequencies_and_Doppler_correction
.rtf

Listing  of ARISS related magazine articles as of 2006-07-10 03:30  UTC.
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ARISS_magazine_articles.rtf

Check  out the Zoho reports of the ARISS  contacts

https://reports.zoho.com/ZDBDataSheetView.cc?DBID=412218000000020415
****************************************************************************
Exp.  50 on orbit
Peggy Whitson
Thomas Pesquet KG5FYG
Oleg  Novitskiy

Exp. 51 on orbit
Jack Fischer K2FSH
Fyodor  Yurchikhin  RN3FI
****************************************************************************

73,
Charlie  Sufana AJ9N
One of the ARISS operation team  mentors








From nss at mwt.net  Thu Jun  1 12:34:52 2017
From: nss at mwt.net (Joe)
Date: Thu, 1 Jun 2017 07:34:52 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 broadband noise in passband.
In-Reply-To: <5a37c343-db32-9a79-b73e-acae67e4a5a3@comcast.net>
References: <5a37c343-db32-9a79-b73e-acae67e4a5a3@comcast.net>
Message-ID: <8138fe73-d66d-5abe-ce65-1362ce278e5c@mwt.net>

Which mode are you seeing the humps?

Joe WB9SBD
Sig
The Original Rolling Ball Clock
Idle Tyme
Idle-Tyme.com
http://www.idle-tyme.com
On 5/31/2017 11:02 PM, Bill Bordy, NJ1H wrote:
> I have been observing AO-7 quite a bit lately and I have noticed three 
> broadband humps in my panadapter display. I also see these in W5RKN 
> panadapter captures at:
>
> https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-Jez46MB5RaMzV0RlhmWHNWcjg/view?usp=sharing 
>
>
> This confirms these are being transmitted from AO-7. They disappear 
> immediately after the mode switch in his captures. I also observed 
> this today at 31 MAY 2017 about 19:03 UTC during a mode switch.
>
> Does anyone have an explanation of why these occur? The obvious might 
> be some sort of signals on the uplink. Has anyone identified if these 
> signals occur throughout the world or just in specific areas. If you 
> look at these, a large part of AO-7's power output is being used to 
> transmit the broadband humps.
>
> 73,
> Bill
> NJ1H
>
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. 
> Opinions expressed
> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views 
> of AMSAT-NA.
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> program!
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>
>


From zmetzing at pobox.com  Thu Jun  1 13:36:13 2017
From: zmetzing at pobox.com (Zach Metzinger)
Date: Thu, 1 Jun 2017 08:36:13 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Looking for 8.8125 MHz xtal
Message-ID: <20170601133610.GA61571@monolith>


Hello all,

I'm slowly working through my backlog of projects, and I found the MMDS
LNB that I'd planned to use for AO-40. I'm hopeful that we'll 
eventually have another 13cm transponder and I'd like to find the 
requisite 8.8125 MHz crystal for the LO conversion.

ICM did respond to my inquiry, so they're not totally out of business
yet, but they don't have it anymore.

Does anyone have a spare crystal they'd care to part with for a 
nominal price?

Specs from one of the webpages:
> Crystal Update Information                                                    
>                                                                               
>     The original crystal has been analyzed by International Crystal.  A       
+replacement crystal should have the following characteristics:                 
>                                                                               
>         The crystal is in a HC-49U holder                                     
>         33 pF load capacitance                                                
>         Accuracy of 10ppm at room temp and 10ppm -30 to 60 celsius.           
>         Frequency = 8.8125 MHz for a 145 MHz IF output                        
>                                                                               
>     The specification number at Internaltional Crystal Mfg. is                
> EX49AF320119.  Their catalog number is #525345, 8.8125 MHz   

Thanks,

--- Zach
N0ZGO

From bruninga at usna.edu  Thu Jun  1 16:14:02 2017
From: bruninga at usna.edu (Robert Bruninga)
Date: Thu, 1 Jun 2017 12:14:02 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] FTM-100DR APRS path for ISS?
Message-ID: <4ecceb8a20aa6ded71fc0ed67716bce0@mail.gmail.com>

Apparently, the current version of the FTM-100DR cannot set an APRS path for
digipeating via the ISS.

W9BU reports:

See page 41 of the FTM-100DR APRS manual. Your choices for digipeater route
are "OFF", "WIDE1-1", or "WIDE1-1,WIDE2-1". Other than those three
selections, the route is not configurable.

This leaves out via ARISS, or the universal via APRSAT which should be
supported by all APRS satelliites.

Bob, WB4APR

From ko6th.greg at gmail.com  Thu Jun  1 17:31:39 2017
From: ko6th.greg at gmail.com (Greg D)
Date: Thu, 1 Jun 2017 10:31:39 -0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] Looking for 8.8125 MHz xtal
In-Reply-To: <20170601133610.GA61571@monolith>
References: <20170601133610.GA61571@monolith>
Message-ID: <f618560b-0b6d-040a-cdb7-2ba9ac3c48ad@gmail.com>

Hi Zach,

Whoa, your message raised a bunch of mental dust...  Is this for the
infamous Drake 2880 downconverter?

Perhaps as an alternative, the approach I took with mine was to not
force the IF to be in the 2m ham band, but rather to center it in the
Drake's original 200-400mhz passband. I would then use my ICOM IC-R7000
all mode scanning receiver for the remainder of the RF chain.  A local
oscillator frequency of 2100mhz put AO-40's 2401 mhz downlink at 301 mhz
(easy math).  It ended up working reasonably well.

Putting the IF outside the ham band gave me the flexibility to use
either (any) ham band for the uplink, without worrying about
interference. If you are looking to a future as-yet unknown bird, that
might be a good idea.  If they use 2m for the uplink, using that for the
IF as well is going to be a problem.  It also left (and used) the
Drake's original passband filtering unmodified, improving the unit's
performance.  In place of the ICOM receiver, I would now use an SDR
Dongle, something not yet available back in the day.

The crystal I ordered was 8.203125 mhz.  It was from ICM, but perhaps
they might have that value (or something close to it)?  Their part
number was EX45AF15.

Good luck!

Greg  KO6TH


Zach Metzinger wrote:
> Hello all,
>
> I'm slowly working through my backlog of projects, and I found the MMDS
> LNB that I'd planned to use for AO-40. I'm hopeful that we'll 
> eventually have another 13cm transponder and I'd like to find the 
> requisite 8.8125 MHz crystal for the LO conversion.
>
> ICM did respond to my inquiry, so they're not totally out of business
> yet, but they don't have it anymore.
>
> Does anyone have a spare crystal they'd care to part with for a 
> nominal price?
>
> Specs from one of the webpages:
>> Crystal Update Information                                                    
>>                                                                               
>>     The original crystal has been analyzed by International Crystal.  A       
> +replacement crystal should have the following characteristics:                 
>>                                                                               
>>         The crystal is in a HC-49U holder                                     
>>         33 pF load capacitance                                                
>>         Accuracy of 10ppm at room temp and 10ppm -30 to 60 celsius.           
>>         Frequency = 8.8125 MHz for a 145 MHz IF output                        
>>                                                                               
>>     The specification number at Internaltional Crystal Mfg. is                
>> EX49AF320119.  Their catalog number is #525345, 8.8125 MHz   
> Thanks,
>
> --- Zach
> N0ZGO
> _______________________________________________
> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed
> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA.
> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
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From zmetzing at pobox.com  Thu Jun  1 18:43:28 2017
From: zmetzing at pobox.com (Zach Metzinger)
Date: Thu, 1 Jun 2017 13:43:28 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Looking for 8.8125 MHz xtal
In-Reply-To: <f618560b-0b6d-040a-cdb7-2ba9ac3c48ad@gmail.com>
References: <20170601133610.GA61571@monolith>
	<f618560b-0b6d-040a-cdb7-2ba9ac3c48ad@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <20170601184326.GA61785@monolith>

On Thu, Jun 01, 2017 at 10:31:39AM -0700, Greg D wrote:
> Hi Zach,
> 
> Whoa, your message raised a bunch of mental dust...  Is this for the
> infamous Drake 2880 downconverter?
> 
> Perhaps as an alternative, the approach I took with mine was to not
> force the IF to be in the 2m ham band, but rather to center it in the
> Drake's original 200-400mhz passband. I would then use my ICOM IC-R7000
> all mode scanning receiver for the remainder of the RF chain.  A local
> oscillator frequency of 2100mhz put AO-40's 2401 mhz downlink at 301 mhz
> (easy math).  It ended up working reasonably well.
> 
> Putting the IF outside the ham band gave me the flexibility to use
> either (any) ham band for the uplink, without worrying about
> interference. If you are looking to a future as-yet unknown bird, that
> might be a good idea.  If they use 2m for the uplink, using that for the
> IF as well is going to be a problem.  It also left (and used) the
> Drake's original passband filtering unmodified, improving the unit's
> performance.  In place of the ICOM receiver, I would now use an SDR
> Dongle, something not yet available back in the day.

Hello Greg,

Good guess, but not quite! This is a California Amplifier LNB that I picked
up when AO-40 started having problems, so I tossed it in a box and forgot
about it. Recent work has me digging back into those boxes and going down
rabbit holes long since forgotten about. :-)

Using an SDR or a general-coverage receiver is a good idea for fixed-base
work, but I don't have anything mobile that is general coverage. I do
appreciate the ideas!

--- Zach
N0ZGO 

From john at papays.com  Thu Jun  1 19:22:32 2017
From: john at papays.com (John Papay)
Date: Thu, 01 Jun 2017 15:22:32 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] VUCC Awards/Endorsements for May 2017
Message-ID: <20170601195307.1F831862B@lansing182.amsat.org>

Here are the endorsements and new VUCC Satellite
Awards issued by the ARRL for the period May 1, 2017
through June 1, 2017.
Congratulations to all those who made the list this month!

CALL	GRIDS

KO4MA   1539
KB1RVT  1524
AC0RA   1143
W5PFG   1046
N8RO     959
N8HM     951
K8TL     901
XE1AO    584
KK4FEM   404
N6UK     400
WD9EWK   350
K5ND     301
AI6GS    230
K8BL     220
N1AIA    216
PV8DX    201
N9EAT    135 (NEW VUCC)
VR2XMT   111 (NEW VUCC)
K7TAB    100 (NEW VUCC)
KA9P     100 (NEW VUCC)

This list was developed by comparing the ARRL .pdf
listings for May 1st and June 1st, 2017.  It's a visual
comparison so omissions are possible.  Apologies if your
call was not mentioned.  Thanks to all those who are
roving to grids that are rarely on the birds.  They are
doing most of the work!

73,
John K8YSE


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From ko6th.greg at gmail.com  Thu Jun  1 20:29:10 2017
From: ko6th.greg at gmail.com (Greg D)
Date: Thu, 1 Jun 2017 13:29:10 -0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] Looking for 8.8125 MHz xtal
In-Reply-To: <20170601184326.GA61785@monolith>
References: <20170601133610.GA61571@monolith>
	<f618560b-0b6d-040a-cdb7-2ba9ac3c48ad@gmail.com>
	<20170601184326.GA61785@monolith>
Message-ID: <d560282e-40f6-8462-e88b-d87faab05e69@gmail.com>

Hi Zach,

Oh, ok.  No direct experience here for the CA LNB, but I seem to
remember people modifying it in similar ways to the Drake.  If so, the
same technique could work.  The idea is to give yourself the maximum
flexibility for whatever bands and modes might be used in the future.

Don't forget, an SDR dongle can work very well mobile, as laptops do
well in that environment, and could set you up for some of the digital
modes that could be employed.  I even plugged mine into my Android
tablet with SDRTouch.  Lots of options for these versatile gems.  Many
use them for the current crop of satellites, but be sure to get one with
good front-end filtering (or add it externally) or you could get a
strong desense.

One of your challenges is going to be knowing exactly what the
conversion equation is, i.e. where exactly your LO ended up.  Given the
frequencies and multipliers involved, a very small offset in the LO
crystal can result in a large offset in actual receive, making it
difficult to find the satellite the first time.  I think mine was off by
something like 50 mhz on AO-40, even after tweaking the LO with a
frequency counter.  Very touchy.

For testing, and given that there's not much ham-related stuff on that
band, you might scan the horizon and count microwave ovens (2450 mhz
-ish), though they are not very frequency-stable.  Best is around dinner
time :)  I also had good results listening for the 17th harmonic from a
2m transceiver fed to a diode as the load (144*17 = 2448).  You might
even try that with the 18th or 19th harmonic (2592 or 2736 mhz) on an
unmodified unit, to be sure it's still working.

Good luck,

Greg  KO6TH


Zach Metzinger wrote:
> Hello Greg,
>
> Good guess, but not quite! This is a California Amplifier LNB that I picked
> up when AO-40 started having problems, so I tossed it in a box and forgot
> about it. Recent work has me digging back into those boxes and going down
> rabbit holes long since forgotten about. :-)
>
> Using an SDR or a general-coverage receiver is a good idea for fixed-base
> work, but I don't have anything mobile that is general coverage. I do
> appreciate the ideas!
>
> --- Zach
> N0ZGO 


From zmetzing at pobox.com  Thu Jun  1 21:47:03 2017
From: zmetzing at pobox.com (Zach Metzinger)
Date: Thu, 1 Jun 2017 16:47:03 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Looking for 8.8125 MHz xtal
In-Reply-To: <d560282e-40f6-8462-e88b-d87faab05e69@gmail.com>
References: <20170601133610.GA61571@monolith>
	<f618560b-0b6d-040a-cdb7-2ba9ac3c48ad@gmail.com>
	<20170601184326.GA61785@monolith>
	<d560282e-40f6-8462-e88b-d87faab05e69@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <20170601214701.GA62428@monolith>

On Thu, Jun 01, 2017 at 01:29:10PM -0700, Greg D wrote:
> One of your challenges is going to be knowing exactly what the
> conversion equation is, i.e. where exactly your LO ended up.  Given the
> frequencies and multipliers involved, a very small offset in the LO
> crystal can result in a large offset in actual receive, making it
> difficult to find the satellite the first time.  I think mine was off by
> something like 50 mhz on AO-40, even after tweaking the LO with a
> frequency counter.  Very touchy.
> 
> For testing, and given that there's not much ham-related stuff on that
> band, you might scan the horizon and count microwave ovens (2450 mhz
> -ish), though they are not very frequency-stable.  Best is around dinner
> time :)  I also had good results listening for the 17th harmonic from a
> 2m transceiver fed to a diode as the load (144*17 = 2448).  You might
> even try that with the 18th or 19th harmonic (2592 or 2736 mhz) on an
> unmodified unit, to be sure it's still working.

Greg,

That's a great idea on the 2m rig as an exciter for a diode comb
generator. I'll have to try that out tonight on my unmodified unit! I 
assume that you attached the diode on the other side of a 20 dB pad 
to give some sort of reasonable return loss for the rig?

Many thanks go to Alan <wa4sca at gmail.com> for providing the requisite 
crystal. My alternate plan was to replace the LO generation in the unit
with a custom PLL board. That might be interesting to do and then compare
the xtal modification with the custom PLL for phase noise and overall 
performance.

--- Zach
N0ZGO

From ko6th.greg at gmail.com  Thu Jun  1 22:31:49 2017
From: ko6th.greg at gmail.com (Greg D)
Date: Thu, 1 Jun 2017 15:31:49 -0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] Looking for 8.8125 MHz xtal
In-Reply-To: <20170601214701.GA62428@monolith>
References: <20170601133610.GA61571@monolith>
	<f618560b-0b6d-040a-cdb7-2ba9ac3c48ad@gmail.com>
	<20170601184326.GA61785@monolith>
	<d560282e-40f6-8462-e88b-d87faab05e69@gmail.com>
	<20170601214701.GA62428@monolith>
Message-ID: <ce870b18-3df0-7b9b-3673-6d87c6a7900f@gmail.com>

Looking back in my notes, the diode-based generator idea was from K5OE,
where he put a 1N4005 diode in parallel with five 47K 1/2 watt resistors
(so, all 6 in parallel), driven at 29.999 mhz directly from his HF rig. 
I did the same from my 2M HT, and it seemed to work.  Also a lot more
portable.  No clue what sort of return loss it presented, but the HT
survived just fine.

http://home.wavecable.com/~ko6th/Dsc00067.jpg

I also tried using a 50mhz crystal oscillator module connected directly
to a small 13cm ground plane antenna.  That worked too, though the
signal was much quieter (48th harmonic).

Greg  KO6TH


Zach Metzinger wrote:
> That's a great idea on the 2m rig as an exciter for a diode comb
> generator. I'll have to try that out tonight on my unmodified unit! I 
> assume that you attached the diode on the other side of a 20 dB pad 
> to give some sort of reasonable return loss for the rig?


From zmetzing at pobox.com  Thu Jun  1 23:27:21 2017
From: zmetzing at pobox.com (Zach Metzinger)
Date: Thu, 1 Jun 2017 18:27:21 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Looking for 8.8125 MHz xtal
In-Reply-To: <ce870b18-3df0-7b9b-3673-6d87c6a7900f@gmail.com>
References: <20170601133610.GA61571@monolith>
	<f618560b-0b6d-040a-cdb7-2ba9ac3c48ad@gmail.com>
	<20170601184326.GA61785@monolith>
	<d560282e-40f6-8462-e88b-d87faab05e69@gmail.com>
	<20170601214701.GA62428@monolith>
	<ce870b18-3df0-7b9b-3673-6d87c6a7900f@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <20170601232720.GA62701@monolith>

On Thu, Jun 01, 2017 at 03:31:49PM -0700, Greg D wrote:
> Looking back in my notes, the diode-based generator idea was from K5OE,
> where he put a 1N4005 diode in parallel with five 47K 1/2 watt resistors
> (so, all 6 in parallel), driven at 29.999 mhz directly from his HF rig. 
> I did the same from my 2M HT, and it seemed to work.  Also a lot more
> portable.  No clue what sort of return loss it presented, but the HT
> survived just fine.
> 
> http://home.wavecable.com/~ko6th/Dsc00067.jpg
> 
> I also tried using a 50mhz crystal oscillator module connected directly
> to a small 13cm ground plane antenna.  That worked too, though the
> signal was much quieter (48th harmonic).

Well, since it worked for your DJ-580T, I bet it will work on mine, too. 

Not sure I have that exact rubber band, however. :-)

--- Zach
N0ZGO

From n5uxt at hotmail.com  Thu Jun  1 16:54:49 2017
From: n5uxt at hotmail.com (Angelo Glorioso)
Date: Thu, 1 Jun 2017 16:54:49 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] FTM-100DR APRS path for ISS?
In-Reply-To: <4ecceb8a20aa6ded71fc0ed67716bce0@mail.gmail.com>
References: <4ecceb8a20aa6ded71fc0ed67716bce0@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CY4PR22MB082114D269946A1A66363BB7EDF60@CY4PR22MB0821.namprd22.prod.outlook.com>

Bob,


  Being the father of APRS, I would think a call to Yaesu might result 
in a Firmware change to add the function.

73,

Angelo



On 6/1/2017 11:14 AM, Robert Bruninga wrote:
> Apparently, the current version of the FTM-100DR cannot set an APRS path for
> digipeating via the ISS.
>
> W9BU reports:
>
> See page 41 of the FTM-100DR APRS manual. Your choices for digipeater route
> are "OFF", "WIDE1-1", or "WIDE1-1,WIDE2-1". Other than those three
> selections, the route is not configurable.
>
> This leaves out via ARISS, or the universal via APRSAT which should be
> supported by all APRS satelliites.
>
> Bob, WB4APR
> _______________________________________________
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From rhyolite at leikhim.com  Fri Jun  2 02:35:39 2017
From: rhyolite at leikhim.com (Joe Leikhim)
Date: Thu, 1 Jun 2017 22:35:39 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] K4GCC 146.940 NASA Repeater Problems?
Message-ID: <4b5f02fe-1c80-db80-1cd3-a2a886f5743d@leikhim.com>

I was out at the KSC today to watch the aborted SpaceX launch today. We 
parked in a vacant lot ~ 2 miles south of the Max Brewer Bridge 
(SR406/402) off US1 and I tuned into 146.940 to hear the NASA feed. 
Received signal was very spotty there using my portable. Is there a 
problem with the repeater or that location?

-- 
Joe Leikhim


Leikhim and Associates

Communications Consultants

Oviedo, Florida

JLeikhim at Leikhim.com

407-982-0446

WWW.LEIKHIM.COM


From w3ab at yahoo.com  Fri Jun  2 03:59:13 2017
From: w3ab at yahoo.com (W3AB/GEO)
Date: Thu, 01 Jun 2017 20:59:13 -0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] FTM-100DR APRS path for ISS?
In-Reply-To: <CY4PR22MB082114D269946A1A66363BB7EDF60@CY4PR22MB0821.namprd22.prod.outlook.com>
References: <4ecceb8a20aa6ded71fc0ed67716bce0@mail.gmail.com>
	<CY4PR22MB082114D269946A1A66363BB7EDF60@CY4PR22MB0821.namprd22.prod.outlook.com>
Message-ID: <dbc9620d-77e1-4acf-b605-a99698267437@yahoo.com>

Yes, but then the firmware in the radio would need to be updated.

That might be a PITA.

But, IMHO it's worth a try.

?___
Sent from my two way wrist watch
73 de W3AB/GEO?

On Jun 1, 2017, 19:37, at 19:37, Angelo Glorioso <n5uxt at hotmail.com> wrote:
>Bob,
>
>
>  Being the father of APRS, I would think a call to Yaesu might result 
>in a Firmware change to add the function.
>
>73,
>
>Angelo
>
>
>
>On 6/1/2017 11:14 AM, Robert Bruninga wrote:
>> Apparently, the current version of the FTM-100DR cannot set an APRS
>path for
>> digipeating via the ISS.
>>
>> W9BU reports:
>>
>> See page 41 of the FTM-100DR APRS manual. Your choices for digipeater
>route
>> are "OFF", "WIDE1-1", or "WIDE1-1,WIDE2-1". Other than those three
>> selections, the route is not configurable.
>>
>> This leaves out via ARISS, or the universal via APRSAT which should
>be
>> supported by all APRS satelliites.
>>
>> Bob, WB4APR
>> _______________________________________________
>> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
>> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
>Opinions expressed
>> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views
>of AMSAT-NA.
>> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite
>program!
>> Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
>
>_______________________________________________
>Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
>to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
>Opinions expressed
>are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views
>of AMSAT-NA.
>Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite
>program!
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From n6rfm1 at gmail.com  Fri Jun  2 05:28:22 2017
From: n6rfm1 at gmail.com (Robert Mattaliano)
Date: Fri, 2 Jun 2017 01:28:22 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Lilacsat-1 QSO - Could be first over US?
Message-ID: <CAFt1opw6z8gP87aBN5e4jqz-pYes62HJkX-9u85Gg2gSrREJPA@mail.gmail.com>

Just completed QSO with Scott K4KDR in VA (FM17) from RI (FM41) on
Lilacsat-1.  This may very well be the first digital amateur downlink QSO
over the US. Thanks Scott!

DK3WIN and GI7UGV were also successful across the pond a few days ago.
Congrats guys!


Recall that Lilacsat-1 is among the QB50 constellation recently launched
from the ISS.  This bird is has a Codec2 1300bps digital downlink.  Setting
up the decoder requires an SDR for RX on a Linux platform.

A few hints - run low power (5-10 watts), keep mic gain down for better
audio clarity, watch out for desense since 2M up and 436 down with the SDR

More information at http://lilacsat.hit.edu.cn/?page_id=257.  Tks BG2BHC
and the Harbin team.
Also, a lower latency decoder from EA4GPZ at
http://destevez.net/2017/05/low-latency-decoder-for-lilacsat-1/#more-2671.
M6SIG also has an updated ISO here https://t.co/vmARZqIBoU

Hope to hear you on,

Bob
N6RFM

From scott23192 at gmail.com  Fri Jun  2 07:55:14 2017
From: scott23192 at gmail.com (Scott)
Date: Fri, 2 Jun 2017 03:55:14 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Lilacsat-1 QSO - Could be first over US?
In-Reply-To: <CAFt1opw6z8gP87aBN5e4jqz-pYes62HJkX-9u85Gg2gSrREJPA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAFt1opw6z8gP87aBN5e4jqz-pYes62HJkX-9u85Gg2gSrREJPA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <DE17F6A61680458F8BFC6968FB77866D@CSI9020>

Thanks Bob, a real thrill to be one of the first to have success with a new satellite.  

I know that using a computer to extract voice from a data stream on the receive side adds complexity, but it was a fun challenge to get working.  One side benefit is that you can record & replay the entire satellite pass because the whole QSO is received as computer data and saved as a file.  

I have uploaded a video made while replaying my contact with Bob; that can be found at:  https://youtu.be/BjWZJBBcQfQ

Also, I re-recorded the audio recording that Bob made at his end to a .wav file that might be easier for Windows users to play.  That can be found at: 

https://www.dropbox.com/s/gazmkon1558me1v/2017-06-02--0446--LilacSat-1--audio-from-bob.wav?dl=0

If you watch the YouTube video, you'll hear that I received Bob's signal from the satellite much better than my own.  This is for a number of reasons that everyone on this list is already familiar with, but I wanted to list them anyway since using a computer to decode a voice stream from data might be new to some.

#1, Bob knew what he was doing.  This was maybe my 4th or 5th satellite contact

#2, the satellite was at a much higher elevation for Bob; from my house it was much lower in the sky and it's summer in the U.S. & I'm surrounded by trees full of leaves

#3, when you hear my audio, that is coming down from the satellite at the same time I'm transmitting, so we're in a full-duplex situation.  Fortunately, my SP-70 pre-amp and Airspy SDR receiver combine to block out most of the attenuation caused by the 2-meter uplink

... I'm only going into this detail to illustrate that this isn't so different from any other satellite QSO.  So, I hope many others will get setup to decode this digital downlink.  I've seen many of the more experienced folks already using SDR's for their receive radio, so this isn't much different from that - you just need to run software that's more involved than HDSDR or SDRSharp.

It would be a challenge to teach Linux from scratch remotely, but beyond that with the GNU Radio portion of this, I'll be glad to help anyone who has the basics in place and just needs a hand with the details.  There's a 100% guarantee that you'll be much more experienced with satellites than I am, but maybe I've done more on the computer side than a portion of the people out there.  Anyway, glad to help if I can.

73!

-Scott,  K4KDR
Montpelier, VA  USA


===================================================

From: Robert Mattaliano 
Sent: Friday, June 02, 2017 1:28 AM
To: amsat-bb at amsat.org 
Cc: Scott 
Subject: Lilacsat-1 QSO - Could be first over US?

Just completed QSO with Scott K4KDR in VA (FM17) from RI (FM41) on Lilacsat-1.  This may very well be the first digital amateur downlink QSO over the US. Thanks Scott!   

DK3WIN and GI7UGV were also successful across the pond a few days ago.  Congrats guys! 


Recall that Lilacsat-1 is among the QB50 constellation recently launched from the ISS.  This bird is has a Codec2 1300bps digital downlink.  Setting up the decoder requires an SDR for RX on a Linux platform.  

A few hints - run low power (5-10 watts), keep mic gain down for better audio clarity, watch out for desense since 2M up and 436 down with the SDR

More information at http://lilacsat.hit.edu.cn/?page_id=257.  Tks BG2BHC and the Harbin team.  
Also, a lower latency decoder from EA4GPZ at http://destevez.net/2017/05/low-latency-decoder-for-lilacsat-1/#more-2671.  
M6SIG also has an updated ISO here https://t.co/vmARZqIBoU

Hope to hear you on,

Bob
N6RFM






From cjwayn at unsw.edu.au  Fri Jun  2 10:45:47 2017
From: cjwayn at unsw.edu.au (Joon Wayn Cheong)
Date: Fri, 2 Jun 2017 10:45:47 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Request for assistance to revive AU02 and AU03 QB50
	Cubesats
Message-ID: <SYXPR01MB16643988881EFE0FFA6568508DF70@SYXPR01MB1664.ausprd01.prod.outlook.com>

I'm part of the AU02 (UNSW-EC0) and AU03 (i-INSPIRE 2) Australian team of QB50 cubesats, and I'm writing here to request for assistance from the experienced and well-equipped foreign HAM amateurs experts here.

Our satellite was deployed last week and we have been unable to hear any beacons coming from it. We had several brainstorm sessions to identify possible configurations that could be changed to optimise the occurrence antenna redeployment sequence. Based on this, we devised a set of commands that reflect these changes in configurations that needs to be uplinked to the satellite. We have attempted to uplink these commands at 50W transmit power, but there's no response so far.

We strongly believe the satellite is still alive but has an undeployed antenna. As such, we require sufficient transmit gain in both transmit power and antenna gain to achieve positive uplink margin. Our problem is that we do not have the equipment to achieve the required transmit power to overcome the losses due to an unstowed configuration.

We have a recorded *.wav file that you can play through radio in FM mode to perform the uplink.

Relevant technical info:

-        The sat uses Nanocom ANT430 antenna that is still stowed. The stowed antenna is exposed on the outside of the spacecraft.

-        The sat uses Nanocom U482C transceiver.

-        The OBC might be trickling between on and off states and hence a daytime or dusk zenith pass is optimal for the uplink.

Our ground station:

-        21 el H and 21el V yagi configured in RHCP

-        Kenwood TS-2000 in FM mode with 50W transmit power.

Hope you have a good weekend, and do not hesitate to contact me at cjwayn at unsw.edu.au<mailto:cjwayn at unsw.edu.au> if you would be willing to help. Your attention has been much appreciated..

Cheers,
Joon Wayn


From n8hm at arrl.net  Fri Jun  2 12:24:59 2017
From: n8hm at arrl.net (Paul Stoetzer)
Date: Fri, 2 Jun 2017 08:24:59 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] K6G/MM DM02
Message-ID: <CABzOSOpjcwDKMTj-f-_jcF=UzScVGZd9oVAtheNz_1AirVsAYw@mail.gmail.com>

AI6GS has worked quite a few stations so far this morning as K6G/MM from
DM02. He'll be there until around 17:00 UTC today.

Don't miss it! This is the rarest of the 488 continental US grids as the
only land in the grid is San Clemente Island, which is owned by the U. S.
Navy.

73,

Paul, N8HM

From jimlist at zoho.com  Fri Jun  2 12:30:27 2017
From: jimlist at zoho.com (Jim Heck G3WGM)
Date: Fri, 2 Jun 2017 13:30:27 +0100
Subject: [amsat-bb] FUNcube/ AO73 Mode change
In-Reply-To: <8C24C4E9992F41A09B3C2F6F5CDEBDDD@LAPTOP91ASAKDB>
References: <8C24C4E9992F41A09B3C2F6F5CDEBDDD@LAPTOP91ASAKDB>
Message-ID: <64CE1BC6CF38407986FD72DD049C5E16@jimPC2>

Hi folks,

AO73/FUNcube-1 is now in amateur mode. Switched early this weekend to 
facilitate special ops (Grid Squares) in the USA!

Switch back to educational mode will be done on Sunday PM UTC as usual.

Have FUN everyone!

Please see below for all FUNcube mission info

73s Jim G3WGM and the FUNcube team.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
FUNcube frequencies and other details
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

AO-73 FUNcube-1

The transponder is normally operational only when the satellite is in
eclipse, ie the solar panels are NOT being illuminated. During weekends
(from pm Fridays UTC to PM Sundays UTC) the transponder is operational 24/7.

When the transponder is switched off, the telemetry beacon is on full power,
when the transponder is on the beacon it is on low power. During holidays,
eg Christmas, New Year, Easter, etc, the transponder maybe activated for
extended periods. Watch AMSAT-BB for announcements which are usually made on
Friday evenings (UTC)

The nominal transponder frequencies are:

Uplink:   435.150 - 435.130 MHz LSB (Inverting)
Downlink:   145.950 - 145.970 MHz USB
Telemetry Tx: 145.935 MHz BPSK

(The passband may be up to 15kHz higher depending on on-board temps. Lower
temperatures give higher freqs!)

FUNcube-2 (aka FUNcube on UKube)

The FUNcube-2 sub-system continues to operate autonomously and, almost
continuously, in amateur mode. The transponder is operational and the
telemetry downlink is functioning with about 70mW output. The FUNcube-1
Dashboard does not correctly display the telemetry but it does correctly
decode the data and uploads it to the FUNcube Data Warehouse from where it
can be examined. Most of the real time data channels are operational and
these include battery voltages, temperatures and ADCS data coming via the
main On Board Computer (OBC).

The transponder is interrupted for a few seconds every 2 minutes when the
other transmitter sends its CW beacon and, occasionally, for a few seconds
when the main OBC reboots (approx seven times each orbit).

The nominal transponder frequencies are:
Uplink:   435.080 - 435.060 MHz LSB (Inverting)
Downlink:   145.930 - 145.950 MHz USB
Telemetry Tx: 145.915 MHz BPSK

(The passband may be up to 10kHz higher depending on on-board temps. Low
temperatures give higher freqs!)


EO79 FUNcube-3
Due to power budget constraints the transponder cannot be operational 24/7
and an orbit specific schedule has been developed. The transponder will
commence operation 27 minutes after the spacecraft enters sunlight and will
stay on for a period of 25 minutes. This schedule may be modified in future
months as a result of experience.

The nominal transponder frequencies are:
Uplink: 435.0723-435.0473 MHz LSB (Inverting)
Downlink: 145.946-145.971 MHz USB

Further detailed info on EO79 transponder frequencies is at:
https://amsat-uk.org/2016/11/10/eo79-funcube-3-transponder-commences-regular-operation/


EO88/Nayif-1/FUNcube-5

EO88 is presently operating in autonomous mode. The transponder is
operational when the satellite is in eclipse, ie the solar panels are NOT
being illuminated.
When the transponder is switched off, the telemetry beacon is on full power,
when the transponder is on the beacon it is on low power.
The transponder frequencies are:

Uplink:  435.045 ? 435.015 MHz LSB (inverting)
Downlink: 145.960-145.990 MHz USB
Telemetry  Tx: 145.940MHz

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From john at papays.com  Fri Jun  2 13:16:11 2017
From: john at papays.com (John Papay)
Date: Fri, 02 Jun 2017 09:16:11 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] K6G/MM DM02 Plans
Message-ID: <20170602131618.43E2B897D@lansing182.amsat.org>


K6G DM02 advises he'll be QRX for a few hours. Next opportunity might 
be FO-29. Good to check all passes as plans could change.
73,
John K8YSE


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From n8hm at arrl.net  Fri Jun  2 13:18:46 2017
From: n8hm at arrl.net (Paul Stoetzer)
Date: Fri, 2 Jun 2017 09:18:46 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] K6G/MM DM02 Plans
In-Reply-To: <20170602131618.43E2B897D@lansing182.amsat.org>
References: <20170602131618.43E2B897D@lansing182.amsat.org>
Message-ID: <CABzOSOrftEqK_j1sT-7xwBEfgSovUCJjkgR9u2Rm_5EzQke6sA@mail.gmail.com>

There should be at least a couple more passes for everyone, coast-to-coast.

AO-73 was turned on early specifically for this operation.

73,

Paul, N8HM

On Fri, Jun 2, 2017 at 9:16 AM, John Papay <john at papays.com> wrote:

>
> K6G DM02 advises he'll be QRX for a few hours. Next opportunity might be
> FO-29. Good to check all passes as plans could change.
> 73,
> John K8YSE
>
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From nss at mwt.net  Fri Jun  2 13:20:35 2017
From: nss at mwt.net (Joe)
Date: Fri, 2 Jun 2017 08:20:35 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Tracking Program Window off screen
Message-ID: <2b525f2e-5a25-2a56-1bfd-cd114b09a07f@mwt.net>

I know this is probably more of a Windows 10 issue,

But when I try to open HRD Sat Track, it starts up, But 90% of it is off 
screen down low so that only the top 1/4 of the window is visible.

Clicking on the usual middle box thing only causes a beep, clicking 
anywhere on the program just causes a beep.  even the "X" to close it, 
just causes a beep. the only way to make it go away is via the task manager.

what to do?

Joe WB9SBD
-- 
Sig
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Idle Tyme
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http://www.idle-tyme.com

From w4upd at cfl.rr.com  Fri Jun  2 15:02:04 2017
From: w4upd at cfl.rr.com (w4upd)
Date: Fri, 02 Jun 2017 11:02:04 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Tracking Program Window off screen
In-Reply-To: <2b525f2e-5a25-2a56-1bfd-cd114b09a07f@mwt.net>
References: <2b525f2e-5a25-2a56-1bfd-cd114b09a07f@mwt.net>
Message-ID: <59317DEC.5030609@cfl.rr.com>

I don't seem to have that problem. I am running 64-bit Windows 10 and it 
seems to run. However, I am running the last "free" version (Version 5). 
I do find it very slow coming up (HRD itself).

You might try running under administrator. Also, check your display 
settings.

About all I can tell you. I really don't use it much due to being a cpu 
hog, and stick with SatPC32 and others. I occasionally use just HRD by 
itself on some of my rigs.

Reid, W4UPD


On 6/2/2017 9:20 AM, Joe wrote:
> I know this is probably more of a Windows 10 issue,
>
> But when I try to open HRD Sat Track, it starts up, But 90% of it is 
> off screen down low so that only the top 1/4 of the window is visible.
>
> Clicking on the usual middle box thing only causes a beep, clicking 
> anywhere on the program just causes a beep.  even the "X" to close it, 
> just causes a beep. the only way to make it go away is via the task 
> manager.
>
> what to do?
>
> Joe WB9SBD


From johnbrier at gmail.com  Fri Jun  2 15:10:29 2017
From: johnbrier at gmail.com (John Brier)
Date: Fri, 2 Jun 2017 11:10:29 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Sat demo at 1626 UTC today (2017-06-02) on AO-85 - call
	me
Message-ID: <CALn0fKO7iLk4DMTzQ-KxDCu18pi8i1qVhAqi1ArtZ44Q8kYNbg@mail.gmail.com>

I'm doing a demo at work. Give me a call if you can.

73, John Brier KG4AKV

From nss at mwt.net  Fri Jun  2 15:23:43 2017
From: nss at mwt.net (Joe)
Date: Fri, 2 Jun 2017 10:23:43 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Tracking Program Window off screen
In-Reply-To: <59317DEC.5030609@cfl.rr.com>
References: <2b525f2e-5a25-2a56-1bfd-cd114b09a07f@mwt.net>
	<59317DEC.5030609@cfl.rr.com>
Message-ID: <394fae0f-3f21-26fd-a19d-c28d8530189c@mwt.net>

I have not ever had this problem either till today.

I always run it under administrator.
Every other Sat program is fine as well as any other windows. here is a 
video of whats happening,, be sure to have your volume up.

https://vimeo.com/220021400

Joe WB9SBD
Sig
The Original Rolling Ball Clock
Idle Tyme
Idle-Tyme.com
http://www.idle-tyme.com
On 6/2/2017 10:02 AM, w4upd wrote:
> I don't seem to have that problem. I am running 64-bit Windows 10 and 
> it seems to run. However, I am running the last "free" version 
> (Version 5). I do find it very slow coming up (HRD itself).
>
> You might try running under administrator. Also, check your display 
> settings.
>
> About all I can tell you. I really don't use it much due to being a 
> cpu hog, and stick with SatPC32 and others. I occasionally use just 
> HRD by itself on some of my rigs.
>
> Reid, W4UPD
>
>
> On 6/2/2017 9:20 AM, Joe wrote:
>> I know this is probably more of a Windows 10 issue,
>>
>> But when I try to open HRD Sat Track, it starts up, But 90% of it is 
>> off screen down low so that only the top 1/4 of the window is visible.
>>
>> Clicking on the usual middle box thing only causes a beep, clicking 
>> anywhere on the program just causes a beep.  even the "X" to close 
>> it, just causes a beep. the only way to make it go away is via the 
>> task manager.
>>
>> what to do?
>>
>> Joe WB9SBD
>
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From w4upd at cfl.rr.com  Fri Jun  2 15:33:29 2017
From: w4upd at cfl.rr.com (w4upd)
Date: Fri, 02 Jun 2017 11:33:29 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Tracking Program Window off screen
In-Reply-To: <394fae0f-3f21-26fd-a19d-c28d8530189c@mwt.net>
References: <2b525f2e-5a25-2a56-1bfd-cd114b09a07f@mwt.net>
	<59317DEC.5030609@cfl.rr.com>
	<394fae0f-3f21-26fd-a19d-c28d8530189c@mwt.net>
Message-ID: <59318549.7090005@cfl.rr.com>

Have you tried to bring just HRD itself up? Looks like you are bringing 
up the satellite portion in stand alone. As far as I know, it requires 
that HRD be in the background. I know if I bring up HRD then select the 
satellite, then stop HRD but leave the satellite portion up, I have to 
use task manager to stop it then.

It looks like the windows init file has saved the satellite portion off 
screen, and starts it up there each time. If HRD is not running as well, 
you may have this problem.

Again, I don't use it much, but that is what I have observed. I don't 
run the satellite portion without HRD itself running as well. That was 
one of the earlier complaints and I assume was suppose to be fixed in 
later versions.

Reid, W4UPD


On 6/2/2017 11:23 AM, Joe wrote:
> I have not ever had this problem either till today.
>
> I always run it under administrator.
> Every other Sat program is fine as well as any other windows. here is 
> a video of whats happening,, be sure to have your volume up.
>
> https://vimeo.com/220021400
>
> Joe WB9SBD
> Sig
> The Original Rolling Ball Clock
> Idle Tyme
> Idle-Tyme.com
> http://www.idle-tyme.com
> On 6/2/2017 10:02 AM, w4upd wrote:
>> I don't seem to have that problem. I am running 64-bit Windows 10 and 
>> it seems to run. However, I am running the last "free" version 
>> (Version 5). I do find it very slow coming up (HRD itself).
>>
>> You might try running under administrator. Also, check your display 
>> settings.
>>
>> About all I can tell you. I really don't use it much due to being a 
>> cpu hog, and stick with SatPC32 and others. I occasionally use just 
>> HRD by itself on some of my rigs.
>>
>> Reid, W4UPD
>>
>>
>> On 6/2/2017 9:20 AM, Joe wrote:
>>> I know this is probably more of a Windows 10 issue,
>>>
>>> But when I try to open HRD Sat Track, it starts up, But 90% of it is 
>>> off screen down low so that only the top 1/4 of the window is visible.
>>>
>>> Clicking on the usual middle box thing only causes a beep, clicking 
>>> anywhere on the program just causes a beep.  even the "X" to close 
>>> it, just causes a beep. the only way to make it go away is via the 
>>> task manager.
>>>
>>> what to do?
>>>
>>> Joe WB9SBD
>>
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From nss at mwt.net  Fri Jun  2 15:44:54 2017
From: nss at mwt.net (Joe)
Date: Fri, 2 Jun 2017 10:44:54 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Tracking Program Window off screen
In-Reply-To: <59318549.7090005@cfl.rr.com>
References: <2b525f2e-5a25-2a56-1bfd-cd114b09a07f@mwt.net>
	<59317DEC.5030609@cfl.rr.com>
	<394fae0f-3f21-26fd-a19d-c28d8530189c@mwt.net>
	<59318549.7090005@cfl.rr.com>
Message-ID: <bdb18dcf-a9fd-860b-93ee-7e085cdf9a7d@mwt.net>

Isn't that interesting.
I have for years been running it just fine in stand alone mode and has 
always worked fine till today.

I tried what you said fired up HRD first, ( never ever use it for anything )
got it opened then through it Opened the sat track part. it opened just 
fine.

I closed HRD  then closed the sat track,  then tried re opening the sat 
track standing alone and it opened just fine.

weird huh?

Joe WB9SBD
Sig
The Original Rolling Ball Clock
Idle Tyme
Idle-Tyme.com
http://www.idle-tyme.com
On 6/2/2017 10:33 AM, w4upd wrote:
> Have you tried to bring just HRD itself up? Looks like you are 
> bringing up the satellite portion in stand alone. As far as I know, it 
> requires that HRD be in the background. I know if I bring up HRD then 
> select the satellite, then stop HRD but leave the satellite portion 
> up, I have to use task manager to stop it then.
>
> It looks like the windows init file has saved the satellite portion 
> off screen, and starts it up there each time. If HRD is not running as 
> well, you may have this problem.
>
> Again, I don't use it much, but that is what I have observed. I don't 
> run the satellite portion without HRD itself running as well. That was 
> one of the earlier complaints and I assume was suppose to be fixed in 
> later versions.
>
> Reid, W4UPD
>
>
> On 6/2/2017 11:23 AM, Joe wrote:
>> I have not ever had this problem either till today.
>>
>> I always run it under administrator.
>> Every other Sat program is fine as well as any other windows.  here 
>> is a video of whats happening,, be sure to have your volume up.
>>
>> https://vimeo.com/220021400
>>
>> Joe WB9SBD
>> Sig
>> The Original Rolling Ball Clock
>> Idle Tyme
>> Idle-Tyme.com
>> http://www.idle-tyme.com
>> On 6/2/2017 10:02 AM, w4upd wrote:
>>> I don't seem to have that problem. I am running 64-bit Windows 10 
>>> and it seems to run. However, I am running the last "free" version 
>>> (Version 5). I do find it very slow coming up (HRD itself).
>>>
>>> You might try running under administrator. Also, check your display 
>>> settings.
>>>
>>> About all I can tell you. I really don't use it much due to being a 
>>> cpu hog, and stick with SatPC32 and others. I occasionally use just 
>>> HRD by itself on some of my rigs.
>>>
>>> Reid, W4UPD
>>>
>>>
>>> On 6/2/2017 9:20 AM, Joe wrote:
>>>> I know this is probably more of a Windows 10 issue,
>>>>
>>>> But when I try to open HRD Sat Track, it starts up, But 90% of it 
>>>> is off screen down low so that only the top 1/4 of the window is 
>>>> visible.
>>>>
>>>> Clicking on the usual middle box thing only causes a beep, clicking 
>>>> anywhere on the program just causes a beep.  even the "X" to close 
>>>> it, just causes a beep. the only way to make it go away is via the 
>>>> task manager.
>>>>
>>>> what to do?
>>>>
>>>> Joe WB9SBD
>>>
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>>> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. 
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From royldean at gmail.com  Fri Jun  2 15:49:09 2017
From: royldean at gmail.com (Roy Dean)
Date: Fri, 2 Jun 2017 11:49:09 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] sat
In-Reply-To: <F554B046654388448CA73F3C9E3119A5014F39B53B@houcl5700-n1.westlake.wlg.int>
References: <F554B046654388448CA73F3C9E3119A5014F39B53B@houcl5700-n1.westlake.wlg.int>
Message-ID: <CADGPg2vqTA9hgjGoevcfc4qT9huBqpkTJoTiqT04CJ=dh779ig@mail.gmail.com>

Joe,  have you tried "alt+tab"ing to see if there is a error message that
is "trapped" behind HRD?

On Fri, Jun 2, 2017 at 11:47 AM, Dean, Roy <RDean at northamericanpipe.com>
wrote:

> I have not ever had this problem either till today.
>
> I always run it under administrator.
> Every other Sat program is fine as well as any other windows. here is a
> video of whats happening,, be sure to have your volume up.
>
> https://vimeo.com/220021400
>
> Joe WB9SBD
>
>
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From david.xe3dx at gmail.com  Fri Jun  2 17:04:46 2017
From: david.xe3dx at gmail.com (David Maciel (XE3DX))
Date: Fri, 2 Jun 2017 12:04:46 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] TWO Radios FT-857D with SatPC32 ?
Message-ID: <CA+3j0ONyhqgUM+MXaJ_Je7MOqXkq8X6xEPJGs2Vvta9TKcYrWg@mail.gmail.com>

 Does anyone work the SATPC32 with 2 FT-757D radios? Is this possible to
do..?









David Maciel XE3DX

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From ko6th.greg at gmail.com  Fri Jun  2 17:36:17 2017
From: ko6th.greg at gmail.com (Greg D)
Date: Fri, 2 Jun 2017 10:36:17 -0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] K6G/MM DM02 Plans
In-Reply-To: <CABzOSOrftEqK_j1sT-7xwBEfgSovUCJjkgR9u2Rm_5EzQke6sA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <20170602131618.43E2B897D@lansing182.amsat.org>
	<CABzOSOrftEqK_j1sT-7xwBEfgSovUCJjkgR9u2Rm_5EzQke6sA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <12a739c7-9cb7-a339-6555-e5116e988b6e@gmail.com>

Nice to have AO-73 on - worked WC7V and K6HR, but nothing from K6G.  Did
I miss them elsewhere in the passband?

Greg  KO6TH


Paul Stoetzer wrote:
> There should be at least a couple more passes for everyone, coast-to-coast.
>
> AO-73 was turned on early specifically for this operation.
>
> 73,
>
> Paul, N8HM
>
> On Fri, Jun 2, 2017 at 9:16 AM, John Papay <john at papays.com> wrote:
>
>> K6G DM02 advises he'll be QRX for a few hours. Next opportunity might be
>> FO-29. Good to check all passes as plans could change.
>> 73,
>> John K8YSE
>>
>>
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From k.alexander at rogers.com  Fri Jun  2 18:16:32 2017
From: k.alexander at rogers.com (Ken Alexander)
Date: Fri, 2 Jun 2017 18:16:32 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] EN86/96 + Others on Saturday
References: <1119825172.693044.1496427392504.ref@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <1119825172.693044.1496427392504@mail.yahoo.com>

By request, I will be in EN86/96 Saturday June 3rd as follows:

FO-29 at 1516
AO-73 at 1538
AO-85 at 1650

I can meet you on other passes shortly after AO-85 if you would like to suggest a pass that works for both of us.

I will drive through EN95 two hours after leaving EN86/96, and then FN05 about an hour after that.  Let me know in advance if you need either of those grids.

Follow me on Twitter:  @ve3hls

73,

Ken
VE3HLS

From aptura.larry at gmail.com  Fri Jun  2 15:32:15 2017
From: aptura.larry at gmail.com (Larry Koziel)
Date: Fri, 2 Jun 2017 11:32:15 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Tracking Program Window off screen
Message-ID: <26f7538e-ba7f-fc05-d9db-6484727b5301@amsat.org>

Joe,

It sounds like there might be some error window or dialog window that's 
popped up on the area of the window that's off screen and out of view. 
If that's the case, usually that window has to be dismissed before  you 
can do anything with the main window. What might work is to use one of 
the stupid Windows tricks (apologies to David Letterman's Stupid Pet 
Tricks and Stupid Human Tricks).

Make sure the main window has focus. You can do this by clicking in the 
window since at least some of it is visible. Then hold the window key 
and press the up-arrow key. This should maximize the main window. If so, 
you should be able to deal with whatever window that popped up demanding 
your attention.

This often, but not only works when you've had two monitors connected 
and closed a program while it's on the second monitor. Many programs 
will start up wanting to run where they were shut down and if you start 
it again without the second monitor attached, you can't drag it to the 
monitor that is attached. In this case, make sure you have focus by 
clicking on it in the task bar. Then use Windows key + right or left 
arrow to move it horizontally. You may have to hit it several times 
because it will first move the window to the edge of its current monitor 
before moving it to the other monitor.

I've found that it doesn't work for some programs, but it works for more 
of them than not.

73,

Larry K8MU




From kayakfishtx at gmail.com  Sat Jun  3 20:11:03 2017
From: kayakfishtx at gmail.com (Clayton Coleman)
Date: Sat, 3 Jun 2017 15:11:03 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Be kind to our old lady AO-7 -> The ERP Blues
Message-ID: <CAPovOwfk-0HSBFG3hnMMAO+Am2N-avpuvNvsohQNOAm7HuHNhw@mail.gmail.com>

I released this in 2014 and it went Platinum in several days. With all
the recent hubbub I felt maybe I could cash in on the attention and
sell more records...


The ERP Blues by W5PFG

They tell me I'm runnin' too much power
By golly why did AO-7 switch on me this hour?

If I turn the rig's power dial down real low
I reckon the signal still has a place to go.

Between feedline attenuation and antenna gain
My ERP still gives enough cause for people to complain.

I've got the E--R--P blues
FM'n the linear birds all day and night 'till I blow a fuse.




73,
Clayton
W5PFG

From wb4gcs at wb4gcs.org  Sat Jun  3 22:46:36 2017
From: wb4gcs at wb4gcs.org (Jim Sanford)
Date: Sat, 3 Jun 2017 18:46:36 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] test
Message-ID: <aedd824a-bba4-69ad-442e-1767bf6c0be3@wb4gcs.org>



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From gabrielzeifman at gmail.com  Sat Jun  3 22:48:28 2017
From: gabrielzeifman at gmail.com (Gabriel Zeifman)
Date: Sat, 3 Jun 2017 17:48:28 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] test
In-Reply-To: <aedd824a-bba4-69ad-442e-1767bf6c0be3@wb4gcs.org>
References: <aedd824a-bba4-69ad-442e-1767bf6c0be3@wb4gcs.org>
Message-ID: <CAEGYLCtnvP_cowrTsG+O3oCeNoHR2hkw+53t2kjy-eC4fKqZBw@mail.gmail.com>

Your test is successful

73,
Gabe
NJ7H

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From ku4os at cfl.rr.com  Sun Jun  4 02:26:47 2017
From: ku4os at cfl.rr.com (Lee McLamb)
Date: Sat, 3 Jun 2017 22:26:47 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] ANS-155 AMSAT News Service Weekly Bulletins
Message-ID: <d8bbfa18-3987-97d4-408e-4b8e36f74434@cfl.rr.com>

AMSAT NEWS SERVICE
ANS-155

The AMSAT News Service bulletins are a free, weekly news and infor-
mation service of AMSAT North America, The Radio Amateur Satellite
Corporation. ANS publishes news related to Amateur Radio in Space
including reports on the activities of a worldwide group of Amateur
Radio operators who share an active interest in designing, building,
launching and communicating through analog and digital Amateur Radio
satellites.

The news feed on http://www.amsat.org publishes news of Amateur
Radio in Space as soon as our volunteers can post it.

Please send any amateur satellite news or reports to:
ans-editor at amsat.org.

In this edition:

* 2017 AMSAT-NA Board of Directors Nominations Due June 15
* Assistance Needed Recovering UNSW-ECO0 and i-INSPIRE 2 Cubesats
* Flight Qualified Digipeater and DTMF Transponder Available
* VUCC Awards/Endorsements for May 2017
* Amateur Radio BIRDS-1 CubeSat Constellation
* AMSATSA Reports Significant Progress with the Kletskous Cubesat
* MacDoppler Version 2.25 released

SB SAT @ AMSAT $ANS-155.01
ANS-155 AMSAT News Service Weekly Bulletins

AMSAT News Service Bulletin 155.01
  From AMSAT HQ KENSINGTON, MD.
DATE June 4, 2017
To All RADIO AMATEURS
BID: $ANS-155.01



2017 AMSAT-NA Board of Directors Nominations Due June 15

It's time to submit nominations for the upcoming AMSAT-NA Board of
Directors election. Four directors' terms expire this year: Barry
Baines, WD4ASW, Jerry Buxton, N0JY, Drew Glasbrenner, KO4MA, and Bob
McGwier, N4HY. In addition, up to two Alternates may be elected for
one year terms.

A valid nomination requires either one Member Society or five current
individual members in good standing to nominate an AMSAT-NA member for
Director. Written nominations, consisting of the nominee's name and
call, and the nominating individual's names, calls and individual
signatures should be mailed to: AMSAT-NA, 10605 Concord St, #304
Kensington, MD 20895-2526.

In addition to traditional submissions of written nominations, which
is the preferred method, the intent to nominate someone may be made by
electronic means. These include e-mail, fax, or electronic image of a
petition. Electronic petitions should be sent to martha at amsat.org or
faxed to (301)822-4371.

No matter what means is used, petitions MUST arrive no later than June
15th at the AMSAT-NA office. If the nomination is a traditional
written nomination, no other action is required. If it is other than
this, i.e. electronic, a verifying traditional written petition MUST
be received at the AMSAT-NA office at the above address within 7 days
following the close of nominations on June 15th.

ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS WITHOUT THIS SECOND, WRITTEN VERIFICATION ARE
NOT VALID UNDER THE EXISTING AMSAT-NA BYLAWS.


[ANS thanks Paul, N8HM, for the above information]


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Assistance Needed Recovering UNSW-ECO0 and i-INSPIRE 2 Cubesats

Joon Wayn, part of the AU02 (UNSW-EC0) and AU03 (i-INSPIRE 2) Australian 
team of
QB50 cubesats, requests assistance from experienced and well-equipped 
foreign
HAM amateurs experts.

Joon reports, our satellite was deployed last week and we have been 
unable to
hear any beacons coming from it. We had several brainstorm sessions to 
identify
possible configurations that could be changed to optimize the occurrence 
antenna
redeployment sequence. Based on this, we devised a set of commands that 
reflect
these changes in configurations that needs to be uplinked to the 
satellite. We
have attempted to uplink these commands at 50W transmit power, but 
there's no
response so far.

We strongly believe the satellite is still alive but has an undeployed 
antenna.
As such, we require sufficient transmit gain in both transmit power and 
antenna
gain to achieve positive uplink margin. Our problem is that we do not 
have the
equipment to achieve the required transmit power to overcome the losses 
due to
an unstowed configuration.

We have a recorded *.wav file that you can play through radio in FM mode to
perform the uplink.

Relevant technical info:

- The sat uses Nanocom ANT430 antenna that is still stowed. The stowed 
antenna
   is exposed on the outside of the spacecraft.
- The sat uses Nanocom U482C transceiver.
- The OBC might be trickling between on and off states and hence a 
daytime or
   dusk zenith pass is optimal for the uplink. Our ground station:
- 21 el H and 21el V yagi configured in RHCP
- Kenwood TS-2000 in FM mode with 50W transmit power.

Hope you have a good weekend, and do not hesitate to contact me at
cjwayn at unsw.edu.au if you would be willing to help. Your attention has 
been much
appreciated.

[ANS thanks Joon Wayn for the above information]


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Flight Qualified Digipeater and DTMF Transponder Available

If anyone has access to a ride to space on a HOST, remember there is a
fully qualified flight unit DIGIPEATER and DTMF transponder module ready to
fly as an attached payload to any HOST spacecraft.  Lets call it QIKCOM-3.
The mission of the identical QIKCOM-2  is described here:

http://aprs.org/qikcom-2.html

QIKCOM-2 flight Unit #1 was delivered back in 2015, and it might finally
fly this fall.  So, the backup FLIGHT unit is also ready to fly 
(attached to a
suitable host).

Unfortunately,  the Air Force (responsible for all DoD satellite launches)
has unilaterally declared that they will not accept any more Amateur Radio
student satellites from the Naval Academy for flight on DoD launches, and
so this unit is available to anyone that can get it attached to a payload
and get it launched.

[ANS thanks Bob, WB4APR, for the above information]


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VUCC Awards/Endorsements for May 2017

Here are the endorsements and new VUCC Satellite Awards issued by the 
ARRL for
the period May 1, 2017 through June 1, 2017.

Congratulations to all those who made the list this month!

CALL    GRIDS

KO4MA   1539
KB1RVT  1524
AC0RA   1143
W5PFG   1046
N8RO     959
N8HM     951
K8TL     901
XE1AO    584
KK4FEM   404
N6UK     400
WD9EWK   350
K5ND     301
AI6GS    230
K8BL     220
N1AIA    216
PV8DX    201
N9EAT    135 (NEW VUCC)
VR2XMT   111 (NEW VUCC)
K7TAB    100 (NEW VUCC)
KA9P     100 (NEW VUCC)

This list was developed by comparing the ARRL .pdf listings for May 1st 
and June
1st, 2017.  It's a visual comparison so omissions are possible. 
Apologies if
your call was not mentioned.  Thanks to all those who are roving to 
grids that
are rarely on the birds.  They are doing most of the work!

[ANS thanks John, K8YSE, for the above information}


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Amateur Radio BIRDS-1 CubeSat Constellation

The BIRDS-1 constellation consists of five 1U CubeSats (BIRD-B, BIRD-J, 
BIRD-G,
BIRD-M and BIRD-N). They are planned to launch the ISS on a SpaceX Falcon 9
CRS-11 on June 3, 2017. The satellites are made of the exactly same design
including the radio frequencies to be used and will be deployed from the 
ISS
later in the year.

The main mission of the constellation is to do experiments on radio
communication with a CubeSat constellation via a network of UHF/VHF amateur
radio ground stations all over the world.

The challenge is to distinguish each satellite from the four satellites
transmitting with the same frequency, hand over operation of a satellite 
from
one ground station to another and assemble the satellite data, such as
housekeeping telemetry, music and the Earth images, obtained at 
different ground
stations.

Amateur radio enthusiasts are asked to join the network to assist in the 
data
downlink and reconstruction of the patchy satellite data into one 
meaningful
data. Orbit information and operational plan of each satellite will be made
available to the amateur radio community in the world. Software to 
decode the
satellite data will be also made available.

The respective amateur ground stations that can successfully decode the
telemetry data, music and the Earth images, shall receive a QSL card 
from the
BIRDS team. The data reconstructed by the effort of the amateur ground 
station
network will be made public to share the sense of satisfaction and 
achievement.

A particularly interesting mission of BIRDS project is the SNG mission that
exchanges music via a digi-singer. It is an outreach-oriented mission. 
First,
music in MIDI format is uploaded from ground. Then the MIDI file is 
processed
on-board using a vocal synthesizer. Finally, the processed music is sent 
back to
Earth using UHF antenna as voice FM data.

During organized events on space utilization with schools or general 
public,
music could be heard using a common hand-held receiver and hand-made Yagi
antenna positioned to track the satellite at each given pass over the 
region.
This has a tremendous effect on awareness of radio communication among 
school
children and general public, especially in the countries participating 
in the
BIRDS project, Japan, Ghana, Mongolia, Nigeria and Bangladesh.

Proposing to use CW, 1k2 AFSK FM, audio FM and 9k6 GMSK downlinks. The 
IARU has
coordinated a downlink frequency of 437.375 MHz.

BIRDS project information:
http://birds.ele.kyutech.ac.jp/
http://birds.ele.kyutech.ac.jp/amateur.html
http://birds.ele.kyutech.ac.jp/newsletter.html
https://www.facebook.com/Joint-Global-Multi-Nation-Birds-BIRDS-
project-171403156542445/

Download the Paper ? IAA-CU-15-01-16 Five-nations CubeSat constellation; An
inexpensive test case for learning and capacity building
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/289868265_IAA-CU-15-01-16_Five-
nations_CubeSat_constellation_An_inexpensive_test_case_for_learning_and_capaci-_ 

ty_building

The IARU Satellite Frequency Coordination pages are hosted by AMSAT-UK at
http://www.amsat.org.uk/iaru/

[ANS thanks AMSAT-UK for the above information]


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AMSATSA Reports Significant Progress with the Kletskous Cubesat

At the annual AMSATSA space symposium, significant progress with the 
Kletskous
CubeSat was reported by the development team. A new design space frame was
released, which is constructed on a locked-in basis and now requires 
assembly
screws. Although based on the original design by Deon Coetzee, ZR6DE, it 
is much
lighter and fully machine produced with the advantage that its 
manufacture is
repeatable exactly as the original. The Electronic Power System is in 
its final
stages and offers advanced controls over the powering of the satellite even
should the battery failed.

The Symposium itself was a great success and as delegates said is the 
highlight
on the annual amateur radio technology calendar. Planning for the 2018 is
already underway. For more, visit www.amsatsa.org.za

[ANS thanks the SARL weekly news in English 2017-6-3 for the above 
information]


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MacDoppler Version 2.25 released

Dog Park Software is pleased to announce that MacDoppler Version 2.25 
has been
released and can be downloaded from:
http://www.dogparksoftware.com/MacDoppler.html

What's New in this release ?

* Added Yaesu FT-991 driver.
* Added Prosistel Combo azel driver.
* Added Tuning Dial Tracking to IC-910.
* Show Tuning Dial Tracking capability.
* Added Rotator Stop button.
* Display offsets in VFO panel Uplink and Downlink.
* Fixed FT-847, FT-817 in-band doppler.
* Fixed GS232B ERC Rotor Readback.

[ANS thanks Dog Park Software and Southgate for the above information]



/EX

In addition to regular membership, AMSAT offers membership in the
President's Club. Members of the President's Club, as sustaining
donors to AMSAT Project Funds, will be eligible to receive addi-
tional benefits. Application forms are available from the AMSAT
Office.

Primary and secondary school students are eligible for membership
at one-half the standard yearly rate. Post-secondary school students
enrolled in at least half time status shall be eligible for the stu-
dent rate for a maximum of 6 post-secondary years in this status.
Contact Martha at the AMSAT Office for additional student membership
information.

73,
This week's ANS Editor,
Lee McLamb, KU4OS
ku4os at amsat dot org



From vimone at alice.it  Sun Jun  4 10:34:52 2017
From: vimone at alice.it (vimone at alice.it)
Date: Sun, 4 Jun 2017 12:34:52 +0200 (CEST)
Subject: [amsat-bb] Orbitron with WispDDE
Message-ID: <21746325.41301496572492998.JavaMail.root@feu1-alice>

Hi folks,
Is there anybody that uses Orbitron with WispDDE and the ERC -M?
I have mounted and set ( Thanks to Rene ) it to use with the Yaesu G-5500 Azimuth/Elevation Rotors.
I have interfaced it with the Orbitron software but get a couple of issues:

- When the satellites reach the LOS, the rotators remains in the last pointing position
  and does not move to the parking position as set in the WispDDE rotator settings.

- When i click on another satellite, the rotators moves to the Azimuth position even if the satellite is not visible from my Qth.

Please anybody can tell me if I am making something wrong?
Thanks for any help that will be really appreciated.

73's de Enzo IK8OZV

From n4hf.philip at gmail.com  Sun Jun  4 12:41:01 2017
From: n4hf.philip at gmail.com (Philip Jenkins)
Date: Sun, 4 Jun 2017 08:41:01 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] SO-50 demo
Message-ID: <CAGdEbNYEgpTh-TSK6b5k1kiwtqXKiSKY3AX7xdgJ7xfOuKYbgA@mail.gmail.com>

I'll be giving a Satellite 101 presentation this Thursday, June 8, at the
Cleveland County (NC) ARS - EM95 - club meeting  for their program.

There is an SO-50 pass at 812pm local time (0012 UTC June 9), 33 degree
pass for 12 minutes during that club meeting - so I'm going to attempt a
demo. (No ISS or AO-85 passes during that time frame.)

Nothing fancy - standing outside with Arrow antenna and D72A, but wired
with a splitter for mic/headset and external speaker.

I may be using that club's call - NA4CC - but if not, I'll be using mine,
N4HF.

Hope to work some of you, if the pass isn't too crowded.

Philip N4HF

From dan at post.com  Sun Jun  4 13:43:34 2017
From: dan at post.com (Daniel Cussen)
Date: Sun, 4 Jun 2017 14:43:34 +0100
Subject: [amsat-bb] Orbitron with WispDDE
In-Reply-To: <21746325.41301496572492998.JavaMail.root@feu1-alice>
References: <21746325.41301496572492998.JavaMail.root@feu1-alice>
Message-ID: <CAF3DnKjsyba2XuMrMZwDzSvHp8nF_fibXcM_YyKeCjL=Dy8ALA@mail.gmail.com>

>- When the satellites reach the LOS, the rotators remains in the last pointing position
>  and does not move to the parking position as set in the WispDDE rotator settings.

This is normal. To get it to park you need to run wispdde first BEFORE
starting orbitron. Then when you are finished you close orbitron but
leave wispdde open and running. It will then park. It is not
automatic.

>- When i click on another satellite, the rotators moves to the Azimuth position even if the >satellite is not visible from my Qth.

Some controllers have an option, I am not sure on the ERC to not move
when the elevation is low.

>Please anybody can tell me if I am making something wrong?

No. Use SATPC32. It is harder to use but it does not have these
problems. It has settings to do what you want.

From n4hf.philip at gmail.com  Sun Jun  4 14:40:42 2017
From: n4hf.philip at gmail.com (Philip Jenkins)
Date: Sun, 4 Jun 2017 10:40:42 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Dimensions of AO-13
Message-ID: <CAGdEbNb6T9zX-jVV-=2pA-CfSCcmF=YzK4zJW8DK8o0GyR9LFw@mail.gmail.com>

Hi

I mentioned in an earlier email today that I'm doing a Sat 101 lecture for
a ham club.

Just putting the finishing touches on the presentation, and I have a
question....

I'm displaying a picture of AO-13 (my first sat QSO was on that bird) to
contrast it with a picture of the the cubesats of today

The only dimensions I'm finding for AO-13 are 600 x 40 x 200 mm...this
seems awfully small for a 92 Kg (plus another 30Kg for fuel) weight. (23.6
inches x 1.6 inches x 7.8 inches).

Were these dimensions actually in centimeters. and not millimeters?

Thanks

Philip N4HF

From n8hm at arrl.net  Sun Jun  4 14:53:55 2017
From: n8hm at arrl.net (Paul Stoetzer)
Date: Sun, 4 Jun 2017 10:53:55 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Dimensions of AO-13
In-Reply-To: <CAGdEbNb6T9zX-jVV-=2pA-CfSCcmF=YzK4zJW8DK8o0GyR9LFw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAGdEbNb6T9zX-jVV-=2pA-CfSCcmF=YzK4zJW8DK8o0GyR9LFw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CABzOSOpKrWOtdd0wLTPBx-NoEwQcyd-5jO7r-=BJ6ALzMkHcMw@mail.gmail.com>

I can't find the precise dimensions. but here's a photo of the satellite
structure being worked on:

https://n4hy.smugmug.com/AMSAT/AO-13/02-Structure/i-6jBxrP2/A

73,

Paul, N8HM

On Sun, Jun 4, 2017 at 10:40 AM, Philip Jenkins <n4hf.philip at gmail.com>
wrote:

> Hi
>
> I mentioned in an earlier email today that I'm doing a Sat 101 lecture for
> a ham club.
>
> Just putting the finishing touches on the presentation, and I have a
> question....
>
> I'm displaying a picture of AO-13 (my first sat QSO was on that bird) to
> contrast it with a picture of the the cubesats of today
>
> The only dimensions I'm finding for AO-13 are 600 x 40 x 200 mm...this
> seems awfully small for a 92 Kg (plus another 30Kg for fuel) weight. (23.6
> inches x 1.6 inches x 7.8 inches).
>
> Were these dimensions actually in centimeters. and not millimeters?
>
> Thanks
>
> Philip N4HF
> _______________________________________________
> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions
> expressed
> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
> AMSAT-NA.
> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
> Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
>

From n4hf.philip at gmail.com  Sun Jun  4 15:03:49 2017
From: n4hf.philip at gmail.com (Philip Jenkins)
Date: Sun, 4 Jun 2017 11:03:49 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Dimensions of AO-13
In-Reply-To: <CABzOSOpKrWOtdd0wLTPBx-NoEwQcyd-5jO7r-=BJ6ALzMkHcMw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAGdEbNb6T9zX-jVV-=2pA-CfSCcmF=YzK4zJW8DK8o0GyR9LFw@mail.gmail.com>
	<CABzOSOpKrWOtdd0wLTPBx-NoEwQcyd-5jO7r-=BJ6ALzMkHcMw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CAGdEbNZ9q9swPhdAKzF_BxPdYxyK5C23aR_J_1eZOG1eqdeDtw@mail.gmail.com>

That is definitely larger than 600mm (~23 inches) in the largest dimension)
and more than 40mm in the smallest one, so I'm guessing that "mm" is a
misprint in the only source I'm finding -
http://www.om3ktr.sk/druzice/ao13.html -  and should actually be "cm".

Thanks Paul

Philip

On Sun, Jun 4, 2017 at 10:53 AM, Paul Stoetzer <n8hm at arrl.net> wrote:

> I can't find the precise dimensions. but here's a photo of the satellite
> structure being worked on:
>
> https://n4hy.smugmug.com/AMSAT/AO-13/02-Structure/i-6jBxrP2/A
>
> 73,
>
> Paul, N8HM
>
> On Sun, Jun 4, 2017 at 10:40 AM, Philip Jenkins <n4hf.philip at gmail.com>
> wrote:
>
>> Hi
>>
>> I mentioned in an earlier email today that I'm doing a Sat 101 lecture for
>> a ham club.
>>
>> Just putting the finishing touches on the presentation, and I have a
>> question....
>>
>> I'm displaying a picture of AO-13 (my first sat QSO was on that bird) to
>> contrast it with a picture of the the cubesats of today
>>
>> The only dimensions I'm finding for AO-13 are 600 x 40 x 200 mm...this
>> seems awfully small for a 92 Kg (plus another 30Kg for fuel) weight. (23.6
>> inches x 1.6 inches x 7.8 inches).
>>
>> Were these dimensions actually in centimeters. and not millimeters?
>>
>> Thanks
>>
>> Philip N4HF
>> _______________________________________________
>> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
>> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
>> Opinions expressed
>> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
>> AMSAT-NA.
>> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
>> Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
>>
>
>

From n4hf.philip at gmail.com  Sun Jun  4 15:09:00 2017
From: n4hf.philip at gmail.com (Philip Jenkins)
Date: Sun, 4 Jun 2017 11:09:00 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Dimensions of AO-13
In-Reply-To: <CAGdEbNZ9q9swPhdAKzF_BxPdYxyK5C23aR_J_1eZOG1eqdeDtw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAGdEbNb6T9zX-jVV-=2pA-CfSCcmF=YzK4zJW8DK8o0GyR9LFw@mail.gmail.com>
	<CABzOSOpKrWOtdd0wLTPBx-NoEwQcyd-5jO7r-=BJ6ALzMkHcMw@mail.gmail.com>
	<CAGdEbNZ9q9swPhdAKzF_BxPdYxyK5C23aR_J_1eZOG1eqdeDtw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CAGdEbNayEyCJzZQG0ptuyfud-maC8jNuK3ywX=qyVNh662RTuA@mail.gmail.com>

Well, "cm" doesn't seem right either. 600 cm is nearly 20 feet, as WB4APR
just emailed to me (thanks Bob)

Getting the correct dimensions is not a big deal...as I said, just using a
pic of AO-13 to contrast with that of a cubesat

Thanks for the help

N4HF

On Sun, Jun 4, 2017 at 11:03 AM, Philip Jenkins <n4hf.philip at gmail.com>
wrote:

> That is definitely larger than 600mm (~23 inches) in the largest
> dimension) and more than 40mm in the smallest one, so I'm guessing that
> "mm" is a misprint in the only source I'm finding -
> http://www.om3ktr.sk/druzice/ao13.html -  and should actually be "cm".
>
> Thanks Paul
>
> Philip
>
> On Sun, Jun 4, 2017 at 10:53 AM, Paul Stoetzer <n8hm at arrl.net> wrote:
>
>> I can't find the precise dimensions. but here's a photo of the satellite
>> structure being worked on:
>>
>> https://n4hy.smugmug.com/AMSAT/AO-13/02-Structure/i-6jBxrP2/A
>>
>> 73,
>>
>> Paul, N8HM
>>
>> On Sun, Jun 4, 2017 at 10:40 AM, Philip Jenkins <n4hf.philip at gmail.com>
>> wrote:
>>
>>> Hi
>>>
>>> I mentioned in an earlier email today that I'm doing a Sat 101 lecture
>>> for
>>> a ham club.
>>>
>>> Just putting the finishing touches on the presentation, and I have a
>>> question....
>>>
>>> I'm displaying a picture of AO-13 (my first sat QSO was on that bird) to
>>> contrast it with a picture of the the cubesats of today
>>>
>>> The only dimensions I'm finding for AO-13 are 600 x 40 x 200 mm...this
>>> seems awfully small for a 92 Kg (plus another 30Kg for fuel) weight.
>>> (23.6
>>> inches x 1.6 inches x 7.8 inches).
>>>
>>> Were these dimensions actually in centimeters. and not millimeters?
>>>
>>> Thanks
>>>
>>> Philip N4HF
>>> _______________________________________________
>>> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
>>> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
>>> Opinions expressed
>>> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
>>> AMSAT-NA.
>>> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite
>>> program!
>>> Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
>>>
>>
>>
>

From nss at mwt.net  Sun Jun  4 15:18:05 2017
From: nss at mwt.net (Joe)
Date: Sun, 4 Jun 2017 10:18:05 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Dimensions of AO-13
In-Reply-To: <CAGdEbNayEyCJzZQG0ptuyfud-maC8jNuK3ywX=qyVNh662RTuA@mail.gmail.com>
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These two pic's should help.
http://ww2.amsat.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/A0-13-009.jpg
https://www.p3e-satellite.org/en_EN/images/ao_13.jpg

Looking at the one picture the 600 millimeters looks close.
Joe WB9SBD
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On 6/4/2017 10:09 AM, Philip Jenkins wrote:
> Well, "cm" doesn't seem right either. 600 cm is nearly 20 feet, as WB4APR
> just emailed to me (thanks Bob)
>
> Getting the correct dimensions is not a big deal...as I said, just using a
> pic of AO-13 to contrast with that of a cubesat
>
> Thanks for the help
>
> N4HF
>
> On Sun, Jun 4, 2017 at 11:03 AM, Philip Jenkins <n4hf.philip at gmail.com>
> wrote:
>
>> That is definitely larger than 600mm (~23 inches) in the largest
>> dimension) and more than 40mm in the smallest one, so I'm guessing that
>> "mm" is a misprint in the only source I'm finding -
>> http://www.om3ktr.sk/druzice/ao13.html -  and should actually be "cm".
>>
>> Thanks Paul
>>
>> Philip
>>
>> On Sun, Jun 4, 2017 at 10:53 AM, Paul Stoetzer <n8hm at arrl.net> wrote:
>>
>>> I can't find the precise dimensions. but here's a photo of the satellite
>>> structure being worked on:
>>>
>>> https://n4hy.smugmug.com/AMSAT/AO-13/02-Structure/i-6jBxrP2/A
>>>
>>> 73,
>>>
>>> Paul, N8HM
>>>
>>> On Sun, Jun 4, 2017 at 10:40 AM, Philip Jenkins <n4hf.philip at gmail.com>
>>> wrote:
>>>
>>>> Hi
>>>>
>>>> I mentioned in an earlier email today that I'm doing a Sat 101 lecture
>>>> for
>>>> a ham club.
>>>>
>>>> Just putting the finishing touches on the presentation, and I have a
>>>> question....
>>>>
>>>> I'm displaying a picture of AO-13 (my first sat QSO was on that bird) to
>>>> contrast it with a picture of the the cubesats of today
>>>>
>>>> The only dimensions I'm finding for AO-13 are 600 x 40 x 200 mm...this
>>>> seems awfully small for a 92 Kg (plus another 30Kg for fuel) weight.
>>>> (23.6
>>>> inches x 1.6 inches x 7.8 inches).
>>>>
>>>> Were these dimensions actually in centimeters. and not millimeters?
>>>>
>>>> Thanks
>>>>
>>>> Philip N4HF
>>>> _______________________________________________
>>>> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
>>>> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
>>>> Opinions expressed
>>>> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
>>>> AMSAT-NA.
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>>>> program!
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>>>
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From andylato at ptd.net  Sun Jun  4 16:01:28 2017
From: andylato at ptd.net (Andy L.)
Date: Sun, 04 Jun 2017 12:01:28 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Dimensions of AO-13
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Here is a picture that should help:

https://n4hy.smugmug.com/AMSAT/AO-10/Planning/i-9qFH42X/A

There is a dimension scale at the bottom.

	Andy WB3JNZ



On 6/4/2017 10:40 AM, Philip Jenkins wrote:
> Hi
>
> I mentioned in an earlier email today that I'm doing a Sat 101 lecture for
> a ham club.
>
> Just putting the finishing touches on the presentation, and I have a
> question....
>
> I'm displaying a picture of AO-13 (my first sat QSO was on that bird) to
> contrast it with a picture of the the cubesats of today
>
> The only dimensions I'm finding for AO-13 are 600 x 40 x 200 mm...this
> seems awfully small for a 92 Kg (plus another 30Kg for fuel) weight. (23.6
> inches x 1.6 inches x 7.8 inches).
>
> Were these dimensions actually in centimeters. and not millimeters?
>
> Thanks
>
> Philip N4HF
> _______________________________________________
> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed
> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA.
> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
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From hb9wdf at bluewin.ch  Sun Jun  4 16:23:49 2017
From: hb9wdf at bluewin.ch (Michael Lipp, HB9WDF)
Date: Sun, 4 Jun 2017 17:23:49 +0100
Subject: [amsat-bb] Dimensions of AO-13
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Message-ID: <31984D0A-CBE2-4D28-BCFD-2F0FE395448E@bluewin.ch>

Here the Information from the Amsat-DL Webside:
Diameter: 126cm (without antennas)
High: 50cm
http://www.amsat-dl.org/ao_13.html


73s Michael, hb9wdf



Von meinem iPhone gesendet

> Am 04.06.2017 um 15:40 schrieb Philip Jenkins <n4hf.philip at gmail.com>:
> 
> Hi
> 
> I mentioned in an earlier email today that I'm doing a Sat 101 lecture for
> a ham club.
> 
> Just putting the finishing touches on the presentation, and I have a
> question....
> 
> I'm displaying a picture of AO-13 (my first sat QSO was on that bird) to
> contrast it with a picture of the the cubesats of today
> 
> The only dimensions I'm finding for AO-13 are 600 x 40 x 200 mm...this
> seems awfully small for a 92 Kg (plus another 30Kg for fuel) weight. (23.6
> inches x 1.6 inches x 7.8 inches).
> 
> Were these dimensions actually in centimeters. and not millimeters?
> 
> Thanks
> 
> Philip N4HF
> _______________________________________________
> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed
> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA.
> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
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From hb9wdf at bluewin.ch  Sun Jun  4 16:28:28 2017
From: hb9wdf at bluewin.ch (Michael Lipp, HB9WDF)
Date: Sun, 4 Jun 2017 17:28:28 +0100
Subject: [amsat-bb] Fwd:  Dimensions of AO-13
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Von meinem iPhone gesendet

Anfang der weitergeleiteten E?Mail:

> Von: "Michael Lipp, HB9WDF" <hb9wdf at bluewin.ch>
> Datum: 4. Juni 2017 um 17:23:49 WESZ
> An: Philip Jenkins <n4hf.philip at gmail.com>
> Kopie: AMSAT BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
> Betreff: Re: [amsat-bb] Dimensions of AO-13
> 
> Here the Information from the Amsat-DL Webside:
> Diameter: 126cm (without antennas)
> High: 50cm
> http://www.amsat-dl.org/ao_13.html
> 
> 
> 73s Michael, hb9wdf
> 
> 
> 
> Von meinem iPhone gesendet
> 
>> Am 04.06.2017 um 15:40 schrieb Philip Jenkins <n4hf.philip at gmail.com>:
>> 
>> Hi
>> 
>> I mentioned in an earlier email today that I'm doing a Sat 101 lecture for
>> a ham club.
>> 
>> Just putting the finishing touches on the presentation, and I have a
>> question....
>> 
>> I'm displaying a picture of AO-13 (my first sat QSO was on that bird) to
>> contrast it with a picture of the the cubesats of today
>> 
>> The only dimensions I'm finding for AO-13 are 600 x 40 x 200 mm...this
>> seems awfully small for a 92 Kg (plus another 30Kg for fuel) weight. (23.6
>> inches x 1.6 inches x 7.8 inches).
>> 
>> Were these dimensions actually in centimeters. and not millimeters?
>> 
>> Thanks
>> 
>> Philip N4HF
>> _______________________________________________
>> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
>> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed
>> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA.
>> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
>> Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb

From w9gb at icloud.com  Sun Jun  4 15:31:39 2017
From: w9gb at icloud.com (Gregory Beat)
Date: Sun, 04 Jun 2017 10:31:39 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Dimensions of AO-13
Message-ID: <FDE2A341-40CA-472C-80F1-52CEA1CE1945@icloud.com>

Philip -

The Phase 3 satellites: AO-10 and AO-13 used the same "space frame".
As noted, historical web sites note physical size as: 600 x 40 x 200 mm

An identical Phase 3 "ground-spare" spaceframe, was in Germany with AMSAT-DL.
IF you look closely, at the photos, and use "rough measures" from image ---
the stated size is incorrect (NOT a centimeter/millimeter transposition/mislabeling)
https://amsat-uk.org/tag/p3e/

I do not know if this spaceframe was ever shipped to Virginia Tech for AMSAT P3E,
as noted in this 2015 AMSAT-UK announcement.
https://www.p3e-satellite.org/en_EN/mission.html

greg, w9gb
AMSAT-UK, AMSAT-NA
===
I'm displaying a picture of AO-13 (my first sat QSO was on that bird) to
contrast it with a picture of the the cubesats of today

The only dimensions I'm finding for AO-13 are 600 x 40 x 200 mm...this
seems awfully small for a 92 Kg (plus another 30Kg for fuel) weight. (23.6
inches x 1.6 inches x 7.8 inches).

Were these dimensions actually in centimeters. and not millimeters?

Thanks
Philip N4HF
==end==

From k9jkm at comcast.net  Sun Jun  4 16:51:49 2017
From: k9jkm at comcast.net (JoAnne Maenpaa)
Date: Sun, 4 Jun 2017 11:51:49 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Tuesday 8PM Central Time W5KUB.com Katie Allen
	discussion on satellites
Message-ID: <001501d2dd52$dc9c1900$95d44b00$@net>

Passing this item along from the satellite forum on eHam ... posted by Tom,
W5KUB ...
	
Katie Allen discussion on satellites

This week on Amateur Radio Roundtable on W5KUB.com, join Katie Allen, Dave
Casler, and me for a great show line up. The webcast begins at on Tuesday
evening at 8PM Central time (0100 UTC Weds).

Katie will be reporting about the ARRL Rocky Mountain Division and also her
first try at working satellites from Yellowstone. 

Dave will answer questions, and Tom will give an update on prizes and also
have some video from hamvention. See your shack pictures on the show. Watch
the show on W5KUB.COM every Tues night at 8:00 PM Central time. Phone lines
and chat room will be open for questions. 

This show is also simulcast on famous international shortwave station WBCQ
on 5130 Khz. We invite you to join our ham facebook group at
facebook.com/groups/w5kub 

--
73 de JoAnne K9JKM
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From morgan_st at bellsouth.net  Sun Jun  4 17:13:00 2017
From: morgan_st at bellsouth.net (Stewart Todd Morgan)
Date: Sun, 4 Jun 2017 13:13:00 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Dimensions of AO-13
Message-ID: <81d200a9-9117-301a-ab87-d0b3f12c48d0@bellsouth.net>

See "Spotlight On:  AMSAT-OSCAR-13" by John A. Magliacane, KD2BD:

https://web.archive.org/web/19961028042702/http://amsat.org:80/amsat/sats/n7hpr/ao13_kd2.html

Todd
AL0I

From amsat-bb at wd9ewk.net  Sun Jun  4 21:26:53 2017
From: amsat-bb at wd9ewk.net (Patrick STODDARD (WD9EWK/VA7EWK))
Date: Sun, 4 Jun 2017 21:26:53 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] AMSAT at 2017 Prescott (Arizona) Hamfest on Saturday (10
	June)
Message-ID: <CAN6TEUfZktL78KuwTdazQD-Ji2_0Fq1zODoHMWdvDY7soofmfQ@mail.gmail.com>

Hi!

I will have an AMSAT booth at the 2017 Prescott Hamfest, on the
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University campus in Prescott AZ on
Saturday, 10 June 2017. More information about the hamfest is
available at its web site:

http://hamfest.w7yrc.org/

The hamfest officially starts on Friday (9 June) afternoon, but
the booths used by vendors and clubs/organizations like AMSAT
won't be available until Saturday morning. I won't be there on
Friday.

During Saturday morning and early afternoon, look for WD9EWK
doing demonstrations of satellite operating from the hamfest.
Please call if you hear WD9EWK on the passes. The hamfest site
is in grid DM34. All QSOs will be uploaded to Logbook of the
World after the event.

I will use my @WD9EWK Twitter account to post updates from the
hamfest, including when I hope to be outside for those satellite
passes. My Twitter account is visible to the public, even if you
don't use Twitter, at:

http://twitter.com/WD9EWK

Thanks in advance, and 73!





Patrick WD9EWK/VA7EWK
http://www.wd9ewk.net/
Twitter: @WD9EWK or http://twitter.com/WD9EWK

From skristof at etczone.com  Sun Jun  4 21:43:06 2017
From: skristof at etczone.com (skristof at etczone.com)
Date: Sun, 04 Jun 2017 17:43:06 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Dimensions of AO-13
In-Reply-To: <59342ED8.50401@ptd.net>
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	<59342ED8.50401@ptd.net>
Message-ID: <e516e6cd077ee5af7616071dcf654103@etczone.com>

It's cool that the satellite had its own motor. Was it used much? 

Steve AI9IN

On 2017-06-04 12:01, Andy L. wrote:

> Here is a picture that should help:
> 
> https://n4hy.smugmug.com/AMSAT/AO-10/Planning/i-9qFH42X/A
> 
> There is a dimension scale at the bottom.
> 
> Andy WB3JNZ
> 
> On 6/4/2017 10:40 AM, Philip Jenkins wrote: 
> 
>> Hi
>> 
>> I mentioned in an earlier email today that I'm doing a Sat 101 lecture for
>> a ham club.
>> 
>> Just putting the finishing touches on the presentation, and I have a
>> question....
>> 
>> I'm displaying a picture of AO-13 (my first sat QSO was on that bird) to
>> contrast it with a picture of the the cubesats of today
>> 
>> The only dimensions I'm finding for AO-13 are 600 x 40 x 200 mm...this
>> seems awfully small for a 92 Kg (plus another 30Kg for fuel) weight. (23.6
>> inches x 1.6 inches x 7.8 inches).
>> 
>> Were these dimensions actually in centimeters. and not millimeters?
>> 
>> Thanks
>> 
>> Philip N4HF
>> _______________________________________________
>> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
>> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed
>> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA.
>> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
>> Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
> 
> _______________________________________________
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> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed
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From amsat-bb at wd9ewk.net  Sun Jun  4 22:04:14 2017
From: amsat-bb at wd9ewk.net (Patrick STODDARD (WD9EWK/VA7EWK))
Date: Sun, 4 Jun 2017 22:04:14 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Post-hamfest road trip on Saturday (10 June)
Message-ID: <CAN6TEUeLe+Ap8TnNO0ERFVX4LSbiuqfFwR1rBexedN9yXPWxfw@mail.gmail.com>

Hi!

After the Prescott Hamfest wraps up on Saturday (10 June), I
don't plan on making a quick return home. The hamfest wraps up
around 3pm (2200 UTC), which leaves a fair bit of time in the
late afternoon and evening for operating from somewhere else
in northern Arizona.

I see at least 3 reasonable options for stops I could make on
my way home after the hamfest...

1. DM34/DM44 grid boundary, east of Prescott near the I-17
freeway. I worked from this spot in late April, and Chris K7TAB
has also been on from here recently.

2. DM34/DM35 grid boundary, south of I-40 and the town of Ash
Fork along US-89. I worked from this spot after last year's Prescott
Hamfest.

3. DM35/DM45 grid boundary, either north or south of I-40 near
Parks (about 25 miles west of Flagstaff). I operated east of this
spot during last year's Field Day, but it has been several years
since I parked on this grid boundary to work some passes.

If I don't bother with stopping at any of these locations, there
is one place that might be possible - depending on when I leave
the hamfest...

4. Either DM36 or DM46, from Grand Canyon National Park. I still
have an annual pass to enter national parks, which I bought last
year while doing NPOTA, and it is still valid through the end
of this month. The village on the south rim of the canyon is just
over 2 hours from Prescott, a longer drive than any of the other
3 locations I mentioned.

Depending on interest and available passes, I might be able to
work from two of these 3 locations. Since I have been to all of
these spots several times in the past, I'm happy to visit one or
two of them next Saturday for those looking to mark some grids
off their maps.

As with all of my satellite operating, QSOs will be uploaded to
Logbook of the World. If you would like to receive a QSL card for
a QSO with WD9EWK, please e-mail me directly with the QSO details.
There is no need to first send me a card or SASE to get my QSL
card.

Updates on Saturday afternoon and evening will be posted on my
@WD9EWK Twitter account. If you don't use Twitter, you can see
these updates in a web browser at:

http://twitter.com/WD9EWK

73!





Patrick WD9EWK/VA7EWK
http://www.wd9ewk.net/
Twitter: @WD9EWK or http://twitter.com/WD9EWK

From n8hm at arrl.net  Sun Jun  4 22:06:12 2017
From: n8hm at arrl.net (Paul Stoetzer)
Date: Sun, 04 Jun 2017 22:06:12 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Dimensions of AO-13
In-Reply-To: <e516e6cd077ee5af7616071dcf654103@etczone.com>
References: <CAGdEbNb6T9zX-jVV-=2pA-CfSCcmF=YzK4zJW8DK8o0GyR9LFw@mail.gmail.com>
	<59342ED8.50401@ptd.net> <e516e6cd077ee5af7616071dcf654103@etczone.com>
Message-ID: <CABzOSOrWftA153W49aig36V5=zfN4QXW=2Q4HjM8JryWZghD+A@mail.gmail.com>

The motor was used to raise the perigee and change the satellite's
inclination. It only carried enough fuel to reach the intended orbit.

The satellite was launched into a geostationary transfer orbit with a
perigee of 240 km and an inclination of just a few degrees. The motor
allowed the perigee to be raised to 1100 km and the inclination raised to
58 degrees.

73,

Paul, N8HM

On Sun, Jun 4, 2017 at 17:43 <skristof at etczone.com> wrote:

> It's cool that the satellite had its own motor. Was it used much?
>
> Steve AI9IN
>
> On 2017-06-04 12:01, Andy L. wrote:
>
> > Here is a picture that should help:
> >
> > https://n4hy.smugmug.com/AMSAT/AO-10/Planning/i-9qFH42X/A
> >
> > There is a dimension scale at the bottom.
> >
> > Andy WB3JNZ
> >
> > On 6/4/2017 10:40 AM, Philip Jenkins wrote:
> >
> >> Hi
> >>
> >> I mentioned in an earlier email today that I'm doing a Sat 101 lecture
> for
> >> a ham club.
> >>
> >> Just putting the finishing touches on the presentation, and I have a
> >> question....
> >>
> >> I'm displaying a picture of AO-13 (my first sat QSO was on that bird) to
> >> contrast it with a picture of the the cubesats of today
> >>
> >> The only dimensions I'm finding for AO-13 are 600 x 40 x 200 mm...this
> >> seems awfully small for a 92 Kg (plus another 30Kg for fuel) weight.
> (23.6
> >> inches x 1.6 inches x 7.8 inches).
> >>
> >> Were these dimensions actually in centimeters. and not millimeters?
> >>
> >> Thanks
> >>
> >> Philip N4HF
> >> _______________________________________________
> >> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
> >> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
> Opinions expressed
> >> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views
> of AMSAT-NA.
> >> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite
> program!
> >> Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
> >
> > _______________________________________________
> > Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
> > to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
> Opinions expressed
> > are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
> AMSAT-NA.
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> program!
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> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions
> expressed
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From w9gb at icloud.com  Mon Jun  5 00:16:07 2017
From: w9gb at icloud.com (Gregory Beat)
Date: Sun, 04 Jun 2017 19:16:07 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Dimensions of AO-13
Message-ID: <C3609E6E-5B9B-4B5D-93AF-5E798C366494@icloud.com>

Philip -

The Phase 3 satellites: AO-10 and AO-13 used the same "space frame".
Dimensions noted as: 600 x 40 x 200 mm

An identical Phase 3 "ground-spare" spaceframe, was in Germany with AMSAT-DL.
I do not know if it was ever shipped to Virginia Tech for AMSAT P3E,
as noted in this 2015 AMSAT-UK announcement.
https://amsat-uk.org/tag/p3e/

greg, w9gb
AMSAT-UK, AMSAT-NA
===
I'm displaying a picture of AO-13 (my first sat QSO was on that bird) to
contrast it with a picture of the the cubesats of today

The only dimensions I'm finding for AO-13 are 600 x 40 x 200 mm...this
seems awfully small for a 92 Kg (plus another 30Kg for fuel) weight. (23.6
inches x 1.6 inches x 7.8 inches).

Were these dimensions actually in centimeters. and not millimeters?

Thanks

Philip N4HF

From n4hf.philip at gmail.com  Mon Jun  5 01:06:43 2017
From: n4hf.philip at gmail.com (Philip Jenkins)
Date: Sun, 4 Jun 2017 21:06:43 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Dimensions of AO-13
In-Reply-To: <C3609E6E-5B9B-4B5D-93AF-5E798C366494@icloud.com>
References: <C3609E6E-5B9B-4B5D-93AF-5E798C366494@icloud.com>
Message-ID: <CAGdEbNYaPUdD+VJk25p-39KBrSoL6rY=M-NX3a1UUT1dyzkGKg@mail.gmail.com>

Thanks to all who responded (I learned a lot! - and saw some neat pictures)
both to me individually  and to the BB

Philip N4HF

On Sun, Jun 4, 2017 at 8:16 PM, Gregory Beat <w9gb at icloud.com> wrote:

> Philip -
>
> The Phase 3 satellites: AO-10 and AO-13 used the same "space frame".
> Dimensions noted as: 600 x 40 x 200 mm
>
> An identical Phase 3 "ground-spare" spaceframe, was in Germany with
> AMSAT-DL.
> I do not know if it was ever shipped to Virginia Tech for AMSAT P3E,
> as noted in this 2015 AMSAT-UK announcement.
> https://amsat-uk.org/tag/p3e/
>
> greg, w9gb
> AMSAT-UK, AMSAT-NA
> ===
> I'm displaying a picture of AO-13 (my first sat QSO was on that bird) to
> contrast it with a picture of the the cubesats of today
>
> The only dimensions I'm finding for AO-13 are 600 x 40 x 200 mm...this
> seems awfully small for a 92 Kg (plus another 30Kg for fuel) weight. (23.6
> inches x 1.6 inches x 7.8 inches).
>
> Were these dimensions actually in centimeters. and not millimeters?
>
> Thanks
>
> Philip N4HF
>

From VA1QLE at scd31.com  Mon Jun  5 01:04:26 2017
From: VA1QLE at scd31.com (VA1QLE - Stephen Downward)
Date: Sun, 4 Jun 2017 22:04:26 -0300
Subject: [amsat-bb] Satellite tracking from multiple points/mutual window
	software
Message-ID: <E273DD592E2144D9B4E6428BA408FCE4@Workstation>

First of all, this is my very first time with a bulletin board mailing list. 

I wrote some software a few months ago that I think could be valuable to the amateur radio satellite community. It allows for two or more points on the Earth to be specified, and it will find orbits that include all of the points. It?s available here: https://ham.scd31.com/ feel free to try it out.

73 VA1QLE!

From n8hm at arrl.net  Mon Jun  5 01:45:47 2017
From: n8hm at arrl.net (Paul Stoetzer)
Date: Mon, 05 Jun 2017 01:45:47 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Satellite tracking from multiple points/mutual
	window software
In-Reply-To: <E273DD592E2144D9B4E6428BA408FCE4@Workstation>
References: <E273DD592E2144D9B4E6428BA408FCE4@Workstation>
Message-ID: <CABzOSOpPkOU9KEUSHx_FgNYZ2LtcDkpCL80K595h6bd=zjzc2g@mail.gmail.com>

Stephen,

I believe you posted this a while back on Reddit. I had commented at that
point that this is an excellent tool, but the satellite list you are using
does not appear to have been updated since around 2010. It also contains a
lot of non-functional satellites and those not carrying any transponder. A
better filtered and updated list of satellites could make this an extremely
valuable resource.

73,

Paul, N8HM

On Sun, Jun 4, 2017 at 21:27 VA1QLE - Stephen Downward <VA1QLE at scd31.com>
wrote:

> First of all, this is my very first time with a bulletin board mailing
> list.
>
> I wrote some software a few months ago that I think could be valuable to
> the amateur radio satellite community. It allows for two or more points on
> the Earth to be specified, and it will find orbits that include all of the
> points. It?s available here: https://ham.scd31.com/ feel free to try it
> out.
>
> 73 VA1QLE!
> _______________________________________________
> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions
> expressed
> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
> AMSAT-NA.
> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
> Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
>

From nss at mwt.net  Mon Jun  5 12:47:22 2017
From: nss at mwt.net (Joe)
Date: Mon, 5 Jun 2017 07:47:22 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Satellite tracking from multiple points/mutual
 window software
In-Reply-To: <CABzOSOpPkOU9KEUSHx_FgNYZ2LtcDkpCL80K595h6bd=zjzc2g@mail.gmail.com>
References: <E273DD592E2144D9B4E6428BA408FCE4@Workstation>
	<CABzOSOpPkOU9KEUSHx_FgNYZ2LtcDkpCL80K595h6bd=zjzc2g@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <515256ba-5d9c-688d-8b7a-5663aeb68eeb@mwt.net>

I agree,
It's Missing NO-84, for one bird I want to track.
Plus un-like known web page based proven trackers. I right now after 
seeing the list like Paul says, makes me wonder when the last TLE was 
Up-Dated?

I LOVE the tiny and small Sat Look Down program to automatically find 
those Mutual windows for me. If it was not for that program, I never 
would have gotten Alaska on Oscar 7 Mode "A"

Joe WB9SBD
Sig
The Original Rolling Ball Clock
Idle Tyme
Idle-Tyme.com
http://www.idle-tyme.com
On 6/4/2017 8:45 PM, Paul Stoetzer wrote:
> Stephen,
>
> I believe you posted this a while back on Reddit. I had commented at that
> point that this is an excellent tool, but the satellite list you are using
> does not appear to have been updated since around 2010. It also contains a
> lot of non-functional satellites and those not carrying any transponder. A
> better filtered and updated list of satellites could make this an extremely
> valuable resource.
>
> 73,
>
> Paul, N8HM
>
> On Sun, Jun 4, 2017 at 21:27 VA1QLE - Stephen Downward <VA1QLE at scd31.com>
> wrote:
>
>> First of all, this is my very first time with a bulletin board mailing
>> list.
>>
>> I wrote some software a few months ago that I think could be valuable to
>> the amateur radio satellite community. It allows for two or more points on
>> the Earth to be specified, and it will find orbits that include all of the
>> points. It?s available here: https://ham.scd31.com/ feel free to try it
>> out.
>>
>> 73 VA1QLE!
>> _______________________________________________
>> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
>> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions
>> expressed
>> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
>> AMSAT-NA.
>> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
>> Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
>>
> _______________________________________________
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> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed
> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA.
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From bruninga at usna.edu  Mon Jun  5 15:45:28 2017
From: bruninga at usna.edu (Robert Bruninga)
Date: Mon, 5 Jun 2017 11:45:28 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Dimensions of AO-13
In-Reply-To: <C3609E6E-5B9B-4B5D-93AF-5E798C366494@icloud.com>
References: <C3609E6E-5B9B-4B5D-93AF-5E798C366494@icloud.com>
Message-ID: <7df90b88dc229aa789d34cd2de09e37d@mail.gmail.com>

But still those dimensions are wrong.  They will propogate forever until
those references are fixed.
Bob

-----Original Message-----
From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:amsat-bb-bounces at amsat.org] On Behalf Of Gregory
Beat
Sent: Sunday, June 04, 2017 8:16 PM
To: n4hf.philip at gmail.com; amsat-bb at amsat.org
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Dimensions of AO-13

Philip -

The Phase 3 satellites: AO-10 and AO-13 used the same "space frame".
Dimensions noted as: 600 x 40 x 200 mm

An identical Phase 3 "ground-spare" spaceframe, was in Germany with
AMSAT-DL.
I do not know if it was ever shipped to Virginia Tech for AMSAT P3E, as
noted in this 2015 AMSAT-UK announcement.
https://amsat-uk.org/tag/p3e/

greg, w9gb
AMSAT-UK, AMSAT-NA
===
I'm displaying a picture of AO-13 (my first sat QSO was on that bird) to
contrast it with a picture of the the cubesats of today

The only dimensions I'm finding for AO-13 are 600 x 40 x 200 mm...this
seems awfully small for a 92 Kg (plus another 30Kg for fuel) weight. (23.6
inches x 1.6 inches x 7.8 inches).

Were these dimensions actually in centimeters. and not millimeters?

Thanks

Philip N4HF
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From mlengruesser at amsat-dl.org  Tue Jun  6 06:40:15 2017
From: mlengruesser at amsat-dl.org (Michael R. Lengruesser)
Date: Tue, 6 Jun 2017 08:40:15 +0200
Subject: [amsat-bb] Dimensions of AO-13
In-Reply-To: <81d200a9-9117-301a-ab87-d0b3f12c48d0@bellsouth.net>
References: <81d200a9-9117-301a-ab87-d0b3f12c48d0@bellsouth.net>
Message-ID: <29bfa509-66f5-f315-4a31-58d5c103115c@amsat-dl.org>

All measurements in mm
Nearly the same data for P3 A,B,C, and E ( AO 10, 13,)
depence on antennae and rocket motor


https://www.dropbox.com/sh/bfhas168it863ry/AACZa30Eq49o_YUSK140NGb9a?dl=0

Michael R. Lengruesser, DD5ER

AMSAT-DL e.V.

-- International Satellites for
Communication, Science and Education --

mlengruesser at amsat-dl.org
http:/www.amsat-dl.org

Am 04. Jun. 2017 um 19:13 schrieb Stewart Todd Morgan:
> See "Spotlight On:  AMSAT-OSCAR-13" by John A. Magliacane, KD2BD:
> 
> https://web.archive.org/web/19961028042702/http://amsat.org:80/amsat/sats/n7hpr/ao13_kd2.html
> 
> 
> Todd
> AL0I
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From AJ9N at aol.com  Tue Jun  6 07:09:03 2017
From: AJ9N at aol.com (AJ9N at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 6 Jun 2017 03:09:03 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2017-06-06 07:00
	UTC
Message-ID: <bf644.2435d979.4667af0f@aol.com>

Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2017-06-06  07:00 UTC

Quick list of scheduled contacts and  events:

Space Center Houston, Houston, TX, telebridge via ON4ISS  (***) 
The ISS callsign is presently scheduled to be OR4ISS (***) 
The  scheduled astronaut is Jack Fischer K2FSH (***)
Contact is a go for: Tue  2017-06-13 15:19:26 UTC 84 deg  (***)


****************************************************************************
**
ARISS  is always glad to receive listener reports for the above contacts.  
ARISS  thanks everyone in advance for their assistance.  Feel free to send 
your  reports to aj9n at amsat.org or aj9n at aol.com.

Listen for the ISS on  the downlink of 145.8?  MHz.

****************************************************************************
***

All  ARISS contacts are made via the Kenwood radio unless otherwise  noted.

****************************************************************************
***

Several  of you have sent me emails asking about the RAC ARISS website and 
not being  able to get in.  That has now been changed to  
http://www.ariss.org/

Note that there are links to other ARISS  websites from this  site.

****************************************************************************
Looking  for something new to do?  How about receiving DATV from the  ISS?  
 
If interested, then please go to the ARISS-EU website for  complete 
details.  Look for the buttons indicating Ham  Video.                       
      

http://www.ariss-eu.org/    

If you need some  assistance, ARISS mentor Kerry N6IZW, might be able to 
provide some  insight.  Contact Kerry at  kbanke at sbcglobal.net
****************************************************************************
ARISS  congratulations the following mentors who have now mentored over 100 
 
schools:  

Satoshi 7M3TJZ with 123 
Gaston ON4WF with  123
Francesco IK?WGF with  119

****************************************************************************
The  webpages listed below were all reviewed for accuracy.  Out of date  
webpages were removed and new ones have been added.  If there are  
additional 
ARISS websites I need to know about, please let me  know.

Note, all times are approximate.  It is recommended that you  do your own 
orbital prediction or start listening about 10 minutes before  the listed 
time. 
All dates and times listed follow International  Standard ISO 8601 date and 
time format  YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS

The  complete schedule page has been updated as of 2017-06-06 07:00 UTC.  
(***)
Here you will find a listing of all scheduled school contacts, and  
questions, other ISS related websites, IRLP and Echolink websites, and  
instructions for any contact that may be streamed live.    

http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.txt

Total  number of ARISS ISS to earth school events is 1142. 
Each school counts as 1  event.
Total number of ARISS ISS to earth school contacts is 1101. 
Each  contact may have multiple schools sharing the same time slot.
Total number of  ARISS supported terrestrial contacts is 47. 

A complete year by year  breakdown of the contacts may be found in the  
file.
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf

Please  feel free to contact me if more detailed statistics are  needed.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

The  following US states and entities have never had an ARISS contact:
Arkansas,  Delaware, South Dakota, Wyoming, American Samoa, Guam, Northern 
Marianas  Islands, and the Virgin  Islands.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

QSL  information may be found at:   
http://www.ariss.org/qsl-cards.html  

ISS callsigns:  DP?ISS, IR?ISS, NA1SS, OR4ISS,  RS?ISS

****************************************************************************
The  successful school list has been updated as of 2017-06-01 08:00 UTC.  

http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/Successful_ARISS_schools.rtf

Frequency   chart for packet, voice, and crossband repeater modes showing 
Doppler   correction  as of 2005-07-29 04:00  UTC
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ISS_frequencies_and_Doppler_correction
.rtf

Listing  of ARISS related magazine articles as of 2006-07-10 03:30  UTC.
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ARISS_magazine_articles.rtf

Check  out the Zoho reports of the ARISS  contacts

https://reports.zoho.com/ZDBDataSheetView.cc?DBID=412218000000020415
****************************************************************************
Exp.  50 on orbit
Peggy Whitson
Thomas Pesquet KG5FYG
Oleg  Novitskiy

Exp. 51 on orbit
Jack Fischer K2FSH
Fyodor  Yurchikhin  RN3FI
****************************************************************************

73,
Charlie  Sufana AJ9N
One of the ARISS operation team  mentors








From bruninga at usna.edu  Tue Jun  6 12:24:03 2017
From: bruninga at usna.edu (Robert Bruninga)
Date: Tue, 6 Jun 2017 08:24:03 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Dimensions of AO-13
In-Reply-To: <CAGdEbNZ9q9swPhdAKzF_BxPdYxyK5C23aR_J_1eZOG1eqdeDtw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAGdEbNb6T9zX-jVV-=2pA-CfSCcmF=YzK4zJW8DK8o0GyR9LFw@mail.gmail.com>
	<CABzOSOpKrWOtdd0wLTPBx-NoEwQcyd-5jO7r-=BJ6ALzMkHcMw@mail.gmail.com>
	<CAGdEbNZ9q9swPhdAKzF_BxPdYxyK5C23aR_J_1eZOG1eqdeDtw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <c527c4397394858323424068fa0211c2@mail.gmail.com>

The misprint is that the 40mm should be 400mm and then the others can make
sense. And the 200mm must be the width of a side.

Bob


-----Original Message-----
From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:amsat-bb-bounces at amsat.org] On Behalf Of Philip
Jenkins

That is definitely larger than 600mm (~23 inches) in the largest
dimension) and more than 40mm in the smallest one, so I'm guessing that
"mm" is a misprint in the only source I'm finding -
http://www.om3ktr.sk/druzice/ao13.html -  and should actually be "cm".

Thanks Paul

Philip

On Sun, Jun 4, 2017 at 10:53 AM, Paul Stoetzer <n8hm at arrl.net> wrote:

> I can't find the precise dimensions. but here's a photo of the
> satellite structure being worked on:
>
> https://n4hy.smugmug.com/AMSAT/AO-13/02-Structure/i-6jBxrP2/A
>
> 73,
>
> Paul, N8HM
>
> On Sun, Jun 4, 2017 at 10:40 AM, Philip Jenkins
> <n4hf.philip at gmail.com>
> wrote:
>
>> Hi
>>
>> I mentioned in an earlier email today that I'm doing a Sat 101
>> lecture for a ham club.
>>
>> Just putting the finishing touches on the presentation, and I have a
>> question....
>>
>> I'm displaying a picture of AO-13 (my first sat QSO was on that bird)
>> to contrast it with a picture of the the cubesats of today
>>
>> The only dimensions I'm finding for AO-13 are 600 x 40 x 200
>> mm...this seems awfully small for a 92 Kg (plus another 30Kg for
>> fuel) weight. (23.6 inches x 1.6 inches x 7.8 inches).
>>
>> Were these dimensions actually in centimeters. and not millimeters?
>>
>> Thanks
>>
>> Philip N4HF
>> _______________________________________________
>> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
>> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
>> Opinions expressed
>> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views
>> of AMSAT-NA.
>> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite
program!
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>>
>
>
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From marklhammond at gmail.com  Tue Jun  6 13:02:49 2017
From: marklhammond at gmail.com (Mark L. Hammond)
Date: Tue, 6 Jun 2017 09:02:49 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] WTB:Funcube Dongle Pro Plus
Message-ID: <CAPRXzypYy7CbYeFUF6b7216YMi-BW-k2K38ozZDQP3T0QzOQSw@mail.gmail.com>

Hi All,

I'm interested in a FCDPro+ if somebody wants to part with one.  Please
contact me directly off list via n8mh AT amsat.org.   Please note, I'm
looking for another Pro Plus (not just the pro).

Thanks---

-- 
Mark L. Hammond [N8MH]

From wa4sca at gmail.com  Tue Jun  6 20:17:01 2017
From: wa4sca at gmail.com (Alan)
Date: Tue, 6 Jun 2017 15:17:01 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Full Duplex Packet Modem Programs?
Message-ID: <000001d2df01$dc11ef90$9435ceb0$@gmail.com>

I am working on a project which requires full duplex at 9600 baud.  MixW is
one program which does supports this.  I am interested in any other readily
available (free) programs which do so, and from experience are KNOWN to work
correctly.  

Direwolf?  AGWPE?  Soundmodem?  ???

73s,

Alan
WA4SCA



From aa5pk at suddenlink.net  Tue Jun  6 22:00:42 2017
From: aa5pk at suddenlink.net (Glenn Miller - AA5PK)
Date: Tue, 6 Jun 2017 17:00:42 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Alaska Cruise
Message-ID: <BDE8582C24B340C98E9E8290F726D61C@AA5PKPC>

All QSOs from my AK cruise have been uploaded to LoTW.

QSOs from CO28 (Juneau) were logged as AA5PK/KL7

All others were logged as AA5PK/VP9/MM

Hard copy QSLs by email request.

73
Glenn AA5PK

From diehl.mike.a at gmail.com  Tue Jun  6 23:23:04 2017
From: diehl.mike.a at gmail.com (Mike Diehl)
Date: Tue, 6 Jun 2017 16:23:04 -0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] Special Thanks
Message-ID: <B274DC43-2E97-46A4-8E05-2487841FC924@gmail.com>

I wanted to send a special thanks to everyone who helped out with donations for my recent grid expedition to DM02. I know some asked to remain anonymous so I'll just keep them all that way. Many thanks for helping out, I had a great time working everyone I could and it was an experience I won't forget.

73,

Mike Diehl
AI6GS 

From scott23192 at gmail.com  Wed Jun  7 04:55:00 2017
From: scott23192 at gmail.com (Scott)
Date: Wed, 7 Jun 2017 00:55:00 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Is this common? Better audio w/ delay before speaking?
Message-ID: <CAJCSnOZxJ=CBprnzOh+ebxBu30ggUm07-xUSjVccDfqXSju3cA@mail.gmail.com>

Hey everybody!

I had a very high pass of LilacSat-1 tonight and took the opportunity to
try to see how I could improve the percentage of my transmissions that the
satellite would digitize & repeat onto the downlink.

Wei from the project team at Harbin was kind enough to call to my attention
that there should be a short delay ("a few hundred ms") before speaking so
that the CTCSS decode could process.  Following that period, the audio on
the uplink would be passed on to the satellite's receiver.

As I tested various techniques while transmitting tonight, it became pretty
obvious that I was getting MUCH better audio on the downlink with a full
2-second delay before speaking when I keyed the mic.

I was just wondering if anything like this had been seen on other
satellites over the years. (or land-based systems, for that matter)

I realize that we're treading on new ground with this satellite processing
the uplink audio with an on-board computer for transmission as a data
stream on the downlink, but the front-end is still dealing with a standard
FM carrier and PL, so I was curious if a longer-than-expected delay had
possibly been seen elsewhere over the years.

Just trying to learn as I go.  Thanks for any feedback.

Here's a sample of the quality of downlink I was seeing with that 2-second
delay:

http://www.qsl.net/k4kdr/files/2017-06-07--0334--LilacSat-1--audio.mp3


-Scott,  K4KDR

From py41 at att.net  Wed Jun  7 10:53:59 2017
From: py41 at att.net (Perry Yantis)
Date: Wed, 7 Jun 2017 10:53:59 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] DTUSAT-2
References: <1709201322.4904967.1496832839421.ref@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <1709201322.4904967.1496832839421@mail.yahoo.com>

I was wondering if this satellite is still working?I haven't used my 1269 up or 2401 equipment for years and would like to see if it still works.
?Perry WB8OTH

py41 at att.net
sent from my Apple Macbook Pro

From matthew at mrstevens.net  Wed Jun  7 19:32:59 2017
From: matthew at mrstevens.net (Matthew Stevens)
Date: Wed, 7 Jun 2017 15:32:59 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Yaesu g5500 cable connector
Message-ID: <CAN8zKtTqZAsZ0pjj5G6Dc3H+c=hn8uvF8_Th9_M4eUmXhp_CYQ@mail.gmail.com>

Has anyone tried using these on the control cables for a G5500?

http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?R=JR16WP-7S(71)virtualkey64550000virtualkey798-JR16WP7S71

73,

- Matthew
? kk4fem?

From kq6ea at verizon.net  Wed Jun  7 19:56:47 2017
From: kq6ea at verizon.net (Jim Jerzycke)
Date: Wed, 7 Jun 2017 19:56:47 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Yaesu g5500 cable connector
In-Reply-To: <CAN8zKtTqZAsZ0pjj5G6Dc3H+c=hn8uvF8_Th9_M4eUmXhp_CYQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAN8zKtTqZAsZ0pjj5G6Dc3H+c=hn8uvF8_Th9_M4eUmXhp_CYQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <b47bfae6-da12-6d1f-a9c0-cd547f410f76@verizon.net>

I just use some six-pin "Jones" connectors and seal them up with the 
nonadhesive silicone self-fusing tape.


I don't think all four I used cost as much as one of those Hirose 
connectors....


73, Jim  KQ6EA


On 06/07/2017 07:32 PM, Matthew Stevens wrote:
> Has anyone tried using these on the control cables for a G5500?
>
> http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?R=JR16WP-7S(71)virtualkey64550000virtualkey798-JR16WP7S71
>
> 73,
>
> - Matthew
> ? kk4fem?
> _______________________________________________
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From w3ab at yahoo.com  Wed Jun  7 19:58:07 2017
From: w3ab at yahoo.com (W3AB/GEO)
Date: Wed, 07 Jun 2017 12:58:07 -0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] Yaesu g5500 cable connector
In-Reply-To: <CAN8zKtTqZAsZ0pjj5G6Dc3H+c=hn8uvF8_Th9_M4eUmXhp_CYQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAN8zKtTqZAsZ0pjj5G6Dc3H+c=hn8uvF8_Th9_M4eUmXhp_CYQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <f6567013-9655-4c99-99b8-5ffc54b9ad2f@yahoo.com>

I use DB-9 connectors in the shack between my rotor controll boxes and the rotor.

?___
Sent from my two way wrist watch
73 de W3AB/GEO?

On Jun 7, 2017, 12:34, at 12:34, Matthew Stevens <matthew at mrstevens.net> wrote:
>Has anyone tried using these on the control cables for a G5500?
>
>http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?R=JR16WP-7S(71)virtualkey64550000virtualkey798-JR16WP7S71
>
>73,
>
>- Matthew
>? kk4fem?
>_______________________________________________
>Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
>to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
>Opinions expressed
>are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views
>of AMSAT-NA.
>Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite
>program!
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From kb1pvh at gmail.com  Wed Jun  7 20:01:37 2017
From: kb1pvh at gmail.com (Dave Webb KB1PVH)
Date: Wed, 7 Jun 2017 16:01:37 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Yaesu g5500 cable connector
In-Reply-To: <f6567013-9655-4c99-99b8-5ffc54b9ad2f@yahoo.com>
References: <CAN8zKtTqZAsZ0pjj5G6Dc3H+c=hn8uvF8_Th9_M4eUmXhp_CYQ@mail.gmail.com>
	<f6567013-9655-4c99-99b8-5ffc54b9ad2f@yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <CAEMY9FfqhWYGpxMb_TpmeTcaBHqHKKYtMQOL-PKBYdfarmy4TA@mail.gmail.com>

I'm pretty sure what he's looking for are the connectors that connect the
control cable to the actual rotor.

Dave-KB1PVH


Sent from my Galaxy S7

On Jun 7, 2017 4:00 PM, "W3AB/GEO via AMSAT-BB" <amsat-bb at amsat.org> wrote:

> I use DB-9 connectors in the shack between my rotor controll boxes and the
> rotor.
>
> ?___
> Sent from my two way wrist watch
> 73 de W3AB/GEO?
>
> On Jun 7, 2017, 12:34, at 12:34, Matthew Stevens <matthew at mrstevens.net>
> wrote:
> >Has anyone tried using these on the control cables for a G5500?
> >
> >http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?R=JR16WP-7S(71)
> virtualkey64550000virtualkey798-JR16WP7S71
> >
> >73,
> >
> >- Matthew
> >? kk4fem?
> >_______________________________________________
> >Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
> >to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
> >Opinions expressed
> >are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views
> >of AMSAT-NA.
> >Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite
> >program!
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> _______________________________________________
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> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions
> expressed
> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
> AMSAT-NA.
> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
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From matthew at mrstevens.net  Wed Jun  7 20:08:54 2017
From: matthew at mrstevens.net (Matthew Stevens)
Date: Wed, 7 Jun 2017 16:08:54 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Yaesu g5500 cable connector
In-Reply-To: <CAEMY9FfqhWYGpxMb_TpmeTcaBHqHKKYtMQOL-PKBYdfarmy4TA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAN8zKtTqZAsZ0pjj5G6Dc3H+c=hn8uvF8_Th9_M4eUmXhp_CYQ@mail.gmail.com>
	<f6567013-9655-4c99-99b8-5ffc54b9ad2f@yahoo.com>
	<CAEMY9FfqhWYGpxMb_TpmeTcaBHqHKKYtMQOL-PKBYdfarmy4TA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <8E382B75-EF52-4A0B-978C-AA6435821895@mrstevens.net>

Yep, dave is right :-)

I use jones plugs for a control line disconnect on my HF rotor so am familiar with those.

I have a g5500 that I am repairing, but am missing the 7 pin weatherproof connector pigtail that is included with a new unit. I need  to find 2 plugs from somewhere to connect the control box to the rotors. Thus far I haven't located anywhere to buy the Yaesu part so was looking at some alternatives.

- Matthew kk4fem

Sent from my iPhone

> On Jun 7, 2017, at 16:01, Dave Webb KB1PVH <kb1pvh at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> I'm pretty sure what he's looking for are the connectors that connect the control cable to the actual rotor.
> 
> Dave-KB1PVH
> 
> 
> Sent from my Galaxy S7
> 
>> On Jun 7, 2017 4:00 PM, "W3AB/GEO via AMSAT-BB" <amsat-bb at amsat.org> wrote:
>> I use DB-9 connectors in the shack between my rotor controll boxes and the rotor.
>> 
>> ?___
>> Sent from my two way wrist watch
>> 73 de W3AB/GEO?
>> 
>> On Jun 7, 2017, 12:34, at 12:34, Matthew Stevens <matthew at mrstevens.net> wrote:
>> >Has anyone tried using these on the control cables for a G5500?
>> >
>> >http://www.mouser.com/Search/ProductDetail.aspx?R=JR16WP-7S(71)virtualkey64550000virtualkey798-JR16WP7S71
>> >
>> >73,
>> >
>> >- Matthew
>> >? kk4fem?
>> >_______________________________________________
>> >Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
>> >to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
>> >Opinions expressed
>> >are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views
>> >of AMSAT-NA.
>> >Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite
>> >program!
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>> _______________________________________________
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>> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed
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From w3ab at yahoo.com  Wed Jun  7 20:43:09 2017
From: w3ab at yahoo.com (GEO Badger)
Date: Wed, 7 Jun 2017 20:43:09 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] Yaesu g5500 cable connector
In-Reply-To: <CAEMY9FfqhWYGpxMb_TpmeTcaBHqHKKYtMQOL-PKBYdfarmy4TA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAN8zKtTqZAsZ0pjj5G6Dc3H+c=hn8uvF8_Th9_M4eUmXhp_CYQ@mail.gmail.com>
	<f6567013-9655-4c99-99b8-5ffc54b9ad2f@yahoo.com>
	<CAEMY9FfqhWYGpxMb_TpmeTcaBHqHKKYtMQOL-PKBYdfarmy4TA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <146691041.5519164.1496868189277@mail.yahoo.com>

Available from Yaesu and?here, and?here
?---? 
 Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. ?? 
 GEO ??? 

 http://www.w3ab.org

Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.

      From: Dave Webb KB1PVH <kb1pvh at gmail.com>
 To: W3AB/GEO <w3ab at yahoo.com> 
Cc: AMSAT -BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>; Matthew Stevens <matthew at mrstevens.net>
 Sent: Wednesday, June 7, 2017 1:01 PM
 Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Yaesu g5500 cable connector
   
I'm pretty sure what he's looking for are the connectors that connect the control cable to the actual rotor.

Dave-KB1PVH


Sent from my Galaxy S7
On Jun 7, 2017 4:00 PM, "W3AB/GEO via AMSAT-BB" <amsat-bb at amsat.org> wrote:

I use DB-9 connectors in the shack between my rotor controll boxes and the rotor.

?___
Sent from my two way wrist watch
73 de W3AB/GEO?

On Jun 7, 2017, 12:34, at 12:34, Matthew Stevens <matthew at mrstevens.net> wrote:
>Has anyone tried using these on the control cables for a G5500?
>
>http://www.mouser.com/Search/ ProductDetail.aspx?R=JR16WP- 7S(71) virtualkey64550000virtualkey79 8-JR16WP7S71
>
>73,
>
>- Matthew
>? kk4fem?
>_____________________________ __________________
>Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
>to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
>Opinions expressed
>are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views
>of AMSAT-NA.
>Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite
>program!
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From mlengruesser at amsat-dl.org  Wed Jun  7 21:14:34 2017
From: mlengruesser at amsat-dl.org (Michael R. Lengruesser)
Date: Wed, 7 Jun 2017 23:14:34 +0200
Subject: [amsat-bb] Dimensions of AO-13
In-Reply-To: <29bfa509-66f5-f315-4a31-58d5c103115c@amsat-dl.org>
References: <81d200a9-9117-301a-ab87-d0b3f12c48d0@bellsouth.net>
	<29bfa509-66f5-f315-4a31-58d5c103115c@amsat-dl.org>
Message-ID: <b44b5f5d-1ddc-13f5-4d0f-55eedc43ea95@amsat-dl.org>

All measurements in mm
nearly the same data for P3 A,B,C, and E ( AO 10, 13,)
depence on antennae and rocket motor


Michael, DD5ER
AMSAT-DL e.V.

-- International Satellites for
Communication, Science and Education --

mlengruesser at amsat-dl.org
http:/www.amsat-dl.org

Am 06. Jun. 2017 um 08:40 schrieb Michael R. Lengruesser:
> All measurements in mm
> Nearly the same data for P3 A,B,C, and E ( AO 10, 13,)
> depence on antennae and rocket motor
> 
> 
> https://www.dropbox.com/sh/bfhas168it863ry/AACZa30Eq49o_YUSK140NGb9a?dl=0
> 
> Michael R. Lengruesser, DD5ER
> 
> AMSAT-DL e.V.
> 
> -- International Satellites for
> Communication, Science and Education --
> 
> mlengruesser at amsat-dl.org
> http:/www.amsat-dl.org
> 
> Am 04. Jun. 2017 um 19:13 schrieb Stewart Todd Morgan:
>> See "Spotlight On:  AMSAT-OSCAR-13" by John A. Magliacane, KD2BD:
>>
>> https://web.archive.org/web/19961028042702/http://amsat.org:80/amsat/sats/n7hpr/ao13_kd2.html
>>
>>
>> Todd
>> AL0I
>> _______________________________________________
>> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
>> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
>> Opinions expressed
>> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
>> AMSAT-NA.
>> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
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> _______________________________________________
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> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA.
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From tnetcenter at gmail.com  Wed Jun  7 21:42:52 2017
From: tnetcenter at gmail.com (Jeff Moore)
Date: Wed, 7 Jun 2017 14:42:52 -0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] Yaesu g5500 cable connector
In-Reply-To: <146691041.5519164.1496868189277@mail.yahoo.com>
References: <CAN8zKtTqZAsZ0pjj5G6Dc3H+c=hn8uvF8_Th9_M4eUmXhp_CYQ@mail.gmail.com>
	<f6567013-9655-4c99-99b8-5ffc54b9ad2f@yahoo.com>
	<CAEMY9FfqhWYGpxMb_TpmeTcaBHqHKKYtMQOL-PKBYdfarmy4TA@mail.gmail.com>
	<146691041.5519164.1496868189277@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <CALx_moRga_Ar_+4nkn06c635UmzLkzsoBda6EtPhh-_2sgwRDg@mail.gmail.com>

Did you provide URL's??   They didn't make it past the listserver if that
far!  Please fill in the blanks!

Thank you!

Jeff Moore  --  KE7ACY


On Wed, Jun 7, 2017 at 1:43 PM, GEO Badger via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
wrote:

> Available from Yaesu and here, and here
>  ---
>  Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side.
>  GEO
>
>  http://www.w3ab.org
>
> Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
>
>       From: Dave Webb KB1PVH <kb1pvh at gmail.com>
>  To: W3AB/GEO <w3ab at yahoo.com>
> Cc: AMSAT -BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>; Matthew Stevens <matthew at mrstevens.net
> >
>  Sent: Wednesday, June 7, 2017 1:01 PM
>  Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Yaesu g5500 cable connector
>
> I'm pretty sure what he's looking for are the connectors that connect the
> control cable to the actual rotor.
>
> Dave-KB1PVH
>
>
> Sent from my Galaxy S7
> On Jun 7, 2017 4:00 PM, "W3AB/GEO via AMSAT-BB" <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
> wrote:
>
> I use DB-9 connectors in the shack between my rotor controll boxes and the
> rotor.
>
> ?___
> Sent from my two way wrist watch
> 73 de W3AB/GEO?
>
> On Jun 7, 2017, 12:34, at 12:34, Matthew Stevens <matthew at mrstevens.net>
> wrote:
> >Has anyone tried using these on the control cables for a G5500?
> >
> >http://www.mouser.com/Search/ ProductDetail.aspx?R=JR16WP- 7S(71)
> virtualkey64550000virtualkey79 8-JR16WP7S71
> >
> >73,
> >
> >- Matthew
> >? kk4fem?
> >_____________________________ __________________
> >Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
> >to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
> >Opinions expressed
> >are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views
> >of AMSAT-NA.
> >Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite
> >program!
> >Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/ listinfo/amsat-bb
> ______________________________ _________________
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> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions
> expressed
> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
> AMSAT-NA.
> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
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>
>
>
>
> _______________________________________________
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> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions
> expressed
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From w3ab at yahoo.com  Wed Jun  7 22:50:04 2017
From: w3ab at yahoo.com (GEO Badger)
Date: Wed, 7 Jun 2017 22:50:04 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] Yaesu g5500 cable connector
In-Reply-To: <CALx_moRga_Ar_+4nkn06c635UmzLkzsoBda6EtPhh-_2sgwRDg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAN8zKtTqZAsZ0pjj5G6Dc3H+c=hn8uvF8_Th9_M4eUmXhp_CYQ@mail.gmail.com>
	<f6567013-9655-4c99-99b8-5ffc54b9ad2f@yahoo.com>
	<CAEMY9FfqhWYGpxMb_TpmeTcaBHqHKKYtMQOL-PKBYdfarmy4TA@mail.gmail.com>
	<146691041.5519164.1496868189277@mail.yahoo.com>
	<CALx_moRga_Ar_+4nkn06c635UmzLkzsoBda6EtPhh-_2sgwRDg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <181790282.5578880.1496875804076@mail.yahoo.com>

Too funny
W3FRGYaesu Antenna Rotor Connectors

  
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Yaesu Antenna Rotor Connectors
 Yaesu Rotor & Controller replacement cable connectors for models: G-450A, 650A, 800A, SA, DXA, 1000A, SA, DX...  |   |

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Second hand radio parts. The $6 is not for the 7 pin rotor conn.Yaesu Rotor Connector For Sale $6.00?
  
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Let's see if these go through
---? 
 Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. ?? 
 GEO ??? 

 http://www.w3ab.org

Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.

      From: Jeff Moore <tnetcenter at gmail.com>
 To: GEO Badger <w3ab at yahoo.com>; Amsat BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org> 
 Sent: Wednesday, June 7, 2017 2:42 PM
 Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Yaesu g5500 cable connector
   
Did you provide URL's???? They didn't make it past the listserver if that far!? Please fill in the blanks!

Thank you!

Jeff Moore? --? KE7ACY


On Wed, Jun 7, 2017 at 1:43 PM, GEO Badger via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org> wrote:

Available from Yaesu and?here, and?here
?---?
?Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. ??
?GEO ???

?http://www.w3ab.org

Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.

? ? ? From: Dave Webb KB1PVH <kb1pvh at gmail.com>
?To: W3AB/GEO <w3ab at yahoo.com>
Cc: AMSAT -BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>; Matthew Stevens <matthew at mrstevens.net>
?Sent: Wednesday, June 7, 2017 1:01 PM
?Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Yaesu g5500 cable connector

I'm pretty sure what he's looking for are the connectors that connect the control cable to the actual rotor.

Dave-KB1PVH


Sent from my Galaxy S7
On Jun 7, 2017 4:00 PM, "W3AB/GEO via AMSAT-BB" <amsat-bb at amsat.org> wrote:

I use DB-9 connectors in the shack between my rotor controll boxes and the rotor.

?___
Sent from my two way wrist watch
73 de W3AB/GEO?

On Jun 7, 2017, 12:34, at 12:34, Matthew Stevens <matthew at mrstevens.net> wrote:
>Has anyone tried using these on the control cables for a G5500?
>
>http://www.mouser.com/Search/ ProductDetail.aspx?R=JR16WP- 7S(71) virtualkey64550000virtualkey79 8-JR16WP7S71
>
>73,
>
>- Matthew
>? kk4fem?
>_____________________________ __________________
>Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
>to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
>Opinions expressed
>are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views
>of AMSAT-NA.
>Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite
>program!
>Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/ listinfo/amsat-bb
______________________________ _________________
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to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed
are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA.
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From bruninga at usna.edu  Wed Jun  7 22:50:07 2017
From: bruninga at usna.edu (Robert Bruninga)
Date: Wed, 7 Jun 2017 18:50:07 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Dimensions of AO-13
In-Reply-To: <b44b5f5d-1ddc-13f5-4d0f-55eedc43ea95@amsat-dl.org>
References: <81d200a9-9117-301a-ab87-d0b3f12c48d0@bellsouth.net>
	<29bfa509-66f5-f315-4a31-58d5c103115c@amsat-dl.org>
	<b44b5f5d-1ddc-13f5-4d0f-55eedc43ea95@amsat-dl.org>
Message-ID: <539f0c7f7a28db796401f47dcba8c40c@mail.gmail.com>

Unless I missed something, this still does not answer the question.  The
value of 40 mm is *not* a major dimension of the P3 frame.  Neither is
40cm.

The question was these dimensions, 600 x 40 x 200.  They don't make sense
in mm...

Please advise. Or at least if you are going to say "all dimensinos are in
mm" please tell us *what* dimensions are being talked about?  This thread
all has to do with the dimensions qquoted above.

Bob, WB4aPR

-----Original Message-----
From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:amsat-bb-bounces at amsat.org] On Behalf Of Michael R.
Lengruesser
Sent: Wednesday, June 07, 2017 5:15 PM
To: amsat-bb at amsat.org
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Dimensions of AO-13

All measurements in mm
nearly the same data for P3 A,B,C, and E ( AO 10, 13,) depence on antennae
and rocket motor


Michael, DD5ER
AMSAT-DL e.V.

-- International Satellites for
Communication, Science and Education --

mlengruesser at amsat-dl.org
http:/www.amsat-dl.org

Am 06. Jun. 2017 um 08:40 schrieb Michael R. Lengruesser:
> All measurements in mm
> Nearly the same data for P3 A,B,C, and E ( AO 10, 13,) depence on
> antennae and rocket motor
>
>
> https://www.dropbox.com/sh/bfhas168it863ry/AACZa30Eq49o_YUSK140NGb9a?d
> l=0
>
> Michael R. Lengruesser, DD5ER
>
> AMSAT-DL e.V.
>
> -- International Satellites for
> Communication, Science and Education --
>
> mlengruesser at amsat-dl.org
> http:/www.amsat-dl.org
>
> Am 04. Jun. 2017 um 19:13 schrieb Stewart Todd Morgan:
>> See "Spotlight On:  AMSAT-OSCAR-13" by John A. Magliacane, KD2BD:
>>
>> https://web.archive.org/web/19961028042702/http://amsat.org:80/amsat/
>> sats/n7hpr/ao13_kd2.html
>>
>>
>> Todd
>> AL0I
>> _______________________________________________
>> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
>> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
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>> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views
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From w3ab at yahoo.com  Wed Jun  7 22:56:56 2017
From: w3ab at yahoo.com (GEO Badger)
Date: Wed, 7 Jun 2017 22:56:56 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] Yaesu g5500 cable connector
In-Reply-To: <181790282.5578880.1496875804076@mail.yahoo.com>
References: <CAN8zKtTqZAsZ0pjj5G6Dc3H+c=hn8uvF8_Th9_M4eUmXhp_CYQ@mail.gmail.com>
	<f6567013-9655-4c99-99b8-5ffc54b9ad2f@yahoo.com>
	<CAEMY9FfqhWYGpxMb_TpmeTcaBHqHKKYtMQOL-PKBYdfarmy4TA@mail.gmail.com>
	<146691041.5519164.1496868189277@mail.yahoo.com>
	<CALx_moRga_Ar_+4nkn06c635UmzLkzsoBda6EtPhh-_2sgwRDg@mail.gmail.com>
	<181790282.5578880.1496875804076@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <1560263312.5599248.1496876216116@mail.yahoo.com>

Didn't like those either.
Google 7 pin rotor connector
worldwidedx dot com and chase the threads
secondhandradio dot com?---? 
 Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. ?? 
 GEO ??? 

 http://www.w3ab.org

Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.

      From: GEO Badger via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
 To: Jeff Moore <tnetcenter at gmail.com>; Amsat BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org> 
 Sent: Wednesday, June 7, 2017 3:52 PM
 Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Yaesu g5500 cable connector
   
Too funny
W3FRGYaesu Antenna Rotor Connectors

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Yaesu Antenna Rotor Connectors
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Second hand radio parts. The $6 is not for the 7 pin rotor conn.Yaesu Rotor Connector For Sale $6.00?
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Yaesu Rotor Connector For Sale $6.00
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Let's see if these go through
---? 
 Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. ?? 
 GEO ??? 

 http://www.w3ab.org

Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.

? ? ? From: Jeff Moore <tnetcenter at gmail.com>
 To: GEO Badger <w3ab at yahoo.com>; Amsat BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org> 
 Sent: Wednesday, June 7, 2017 2:42 PM
 Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Yaesu g5500 cable connector
? 
Did you provide URL's???? They didn't make it past the listserver if that far!? Please fill in the blanks!

Thank you!

Jeff Moore? --? KE7ACY


On Wed, Jun 7, 2017 at 1:43 PM, GEO Badger via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org> wrote:

Available from Yaesu and?here, and?here
?---?
?Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. ??
?GEO ???

?http://www.w3ab.org

Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.

? ? ? From: Dave Webb KB1PVH <kb1pvh at gmail.com>
?To: W3AB/GEO <w3ab at yahoo.com>
Cc: AMSAT -BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>; Matthew Stevens <matthew at mrstevens.net>
?Sent: Wednesday, June 7, 2017 1:01 PM
?Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Yaesu g5500 cable connector

I'm pretty sure what he's looking for are the connectors that connect the control cable to the actual rotor.

Dave-KB1PVH


Sent from my Galaxy S7
On Jun 7, 2017 4:00 PM, "W3AB/GEO via AMSAT-BB" <amsat-bb at amsat.org> wrote:

I use DB-9 connectors in the shack between my rotor controll boxes and the rotor.

?___
Sent from my two way wrist watch
73 de W3AB/GEO?

On Jun 7, 2017, 12:34, at 12:34, Matthew Stevens <matthew at mrstevens.net> wrote:
>Has anyone tried using these on the control cables for a G5500?
>
>http://www.mouser.com/Search/ ProductDetail.aspx?R=JR16WP- 7S(71) virtualkey64550000virtualkey79 8-JR16WP7S71
>
>73,
>
>- Matthew
>? kk4fem?
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From matthew at mrstevens.net  Wed Jun  7 22:57:24 2017
From: matthew at mrstevens.net (Matthew Stevens)
Date: Wed, 7 Jun 2017 18:57:24 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Yaesu g5500 cable connector
In-Reply-To: <CALx_moRga_Ar_+4nkn06c635UmzLkzsoBda6EtPhh-_2sgwRDg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAN8zKtTqZAsZ0pjj5G6Dc3H+c=hn8uvF8_Th9_M4eUmXhp_CYQ@mail.gmail.com>
	<f6567013-9655-4c99-99b8-5ffc54b9ad2f@yahoo.com>
	<CAEMY9FfqhWYGpxMb_TpmeTcaBHqHKKYtMQOL-PKBYdfarmy4TA@mail.gmail.com>
	<146691041.5519164.1496868189277@mail.yahoo.com>
	<CALx_moRga_Ar_+4nkn06c635UmzLkzsoBda6EtPhh-_2sgwRDg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CAN8zKtT3NKYEuvyp9MEzE0esLakJx-o_u5oVXrK5U5+bjd8-yw@mail.gmail.com>

https://www.secondhandradio.com/ShowAd.aspx?id=4603

http://www.worldwidedx.com/threads/yaesu-antenna-rotor-connectors.137321/

those are the links


?73,?


- Matthew
? kk4fem?


On Wed, Jun 7, 2017 at 5:42 PM, Jeff Moore <tnetcenter at gmail.com> wrote:

> Did you provide URL's??   They didn't make it past the listserver if that
> far!  Please fill in the blanks!
>
> Thank you!
>
> Jeff Moore  --  KE7ACY
>
>
> On Wed, Jun 7, 2017 at 1:43 PM, GEO Badger via AMSAT-BB <
> amsat-bb at amsat.org>
> wrote:
>
> > Available from Yaesu and here, and here
> >  ---
> >  Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side.
> >  GEO
> >
> >  http://www.w3ab.org
> >
> > Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
> >
> >       From: Dave Webb KB1PVH <kb1pvh at gmail.com>
> >  To: W3AB/GEO <w3ab at yahoo.com>
> > Cc: AMSAT -BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>; Matthew Stevens <
> matthew at mrstevens.net
> > >
> >  Sent: Wednesday, June 7, 2017 1:01 PM
> >  Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Yaesu g5500 cable connector
> >
> > I'm pretty sure what he's looking for are the connectors that connect the
> > control cable to the actual rotor.
> >
> > Dave-KB1PVH
> >
> >
> > Sent from my Galaxy S7
> > On Jun 7, 2017 4:00 PM, "W3AB/GEO via AMSAT-BB" <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
> > wrote:
> >
> > I use DB-9 connectors in the shack between my rotor controll boxes and
> the
> > rotor.
> >
> > ?___
> > Sent from my two way wrist watch
> > 73 de W3AB/GEO?
> >
> > On Jun 7, 2017, 12:34, at 12:34, Matthew Stevens <matthew at mrstevens.net>
> > wrote:
> > >Has anyone tried using these on the control cables for a G5500?
> > >
> > >http://www.mouser.com/Search/ ProductDetail.aspx?R=JR16WP- 7S(71)
> > virtualkey64550000virtualkey79 8-JR16WP7S71
> > >
> > >73,
> > >
> > >- Matthew
> > >? kk4fem?
> > >_____________________________ __________________
> > >Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
> > >to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
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> > >of AMSAT-NA.
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From mlengruesser at amsat-dl.org  Thu Jun  8 11:46:34 2017
From: mlengruesser at amsat-dl.org (Michael R. Lengruesser)
Date: Thu, 8 Jun 2017 13:46:34 +0200
Subject: [amsat-bb] Dimensions of AO-13
In-Reply-To: <539f0c7f7a28db796401f47dcba8c40c@mail.gmail.com>
References: <81d200a9-9117-301a-ab87-d0b3f12c48d0@bellsouth.net>
	<29bfa509-66f5-f315-4a31-58d5c103115c@amsat-dl.org>
	<b44b5f5d-1ddc-13f5-4d0f-55eedc43ea95@amsat-dl.org>
	<539f0c7f7a28db796401f47dcba8c40c@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <a623e935-7a2e-a1ae-8278-6a38b978ae23@amsat-dl.org>

Dear Bob,
in my dropbox you find 2 PDF files with the drawing of P3xxx
with all dimensions.
The Link:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/bfhas168it863ry/AACZa30Eq49o_YUSK140NGb9a?dl=0

All measurements in mm
nearly the same data for P3 B,C, and E ( AO 10, 13,) depence on antennae
and rocket motor.
You will find the 400 mm, its the height of the mainframe without
antennae and rocketmotor

Michael, DD5ER

AMSAT-DL e.V.

-- International Satellites for
Communication, Science and Education --

mlengruesser at amsat-dl.org
http:/www.amsat-dl.org

Am 08. Jun. 2017 um 00:50 schrieb Robert Bruninga:
> Unless I missed something, this still does not answer the question.  The
> value of 40 mm is *not* a major dimension of the P3 frame.  Neither is
> 40cm.
> 
> The question was these dimensions, 600 x 40 x 200.  They don't make sense
> in mm...
> 
> Please advise. Or at least if you are going to say "all dimensinos are in
> mm" please tell us *what* dimensions are being talked about?  This thread
> all has to do with the dimensions qquoted above.
> 
> Bob, WB4aPR
> 
> 
> Am 06. Jun. 2017 um 08:40 schrieb Michael R. Lengruesser:
>> All measurements in mm
>> Nearly the same data for P3 A,B,C, and E ( AO 10, 13,) depence on
>> antennae and rocket motor
>>
>>
>> https://www.dropbox.com/sh/bfhas168it863ry/AACZa30Eq49o_YUSK140NGb9a?d
>> l=0
>>
>> Michael R. Lengruesser, DD5ER
>>
>> AMSAT-DL e.V.
>>
>> -- International Satellites for
>> Communication, Science and Education --
>>
>> mlengruesser at amsat-dl.org
>> http:/www.amsat-dl.org
>>
>> Am 04. Jun. 2017 um 19:13 schrieb Stewart Todd Morgan:
>>> See "Spotlight On:  AMSAT-OSCAR-13" by John A. Magliacane, KD2BD:
>>>
>>> https://web.archive.org/web/19961028042702/http://amsat.org:80/amsat/
>>> sats/n7hpr/ao13_kd2.html
>>>
>>>
>>> Todd
>>> AL0I
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From gabrielzeifman at gmail.com  Thu Jun  8 14:32:15 2017
From: gabrielzeifman at gmail.com (Gabriel Zeifman)
Date: Thu, 8 Jun 2017 09:32:15 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Ham-Com
Message-ID: <356F1BE1-2873-4820-8F46-8536AA6852C9@gmail.com>

Hello fellow bird folk,

I'll be heading down to Dallas tomorrow to help out at Ham-Com. We'll be doing demos on all the voice sats and maybe some packet sats. Callsign will be W3ZM/5, give us a call. 

73,
Gabe
NJ7H/VE6NJH

P.S. I'm not retired from roving, for those that had concerns.


From AJ9N at aol.com  Thu Jun  8 16:22:48 2017
From: AJ9N at aol.com (AJ9N at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 8 Jun 2017 12:22:48 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2017-06-08 16:00
	UTC
Message-ID: <4bdb9e.2f0cc17e.466ad3d8@aol.com>

Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2017-06-08  16:00 UTC

Quick list of scheduled contacts and  events:

Greater Niagara Frontier Council BSA, Buffalo, NY,  telebridge via ON4ISS 
(***)
The ISS callsign is presently scheduled to be  OR4ISS (***)
The scheduled astronaut is Fyodor Yurchikhin RN3FI  (***)
Contact is a go for: Sat 2017-06-10 16:18:48 UTC 88 deg  (***)


Space Center Houston, Houston, TX, telebridge via  ON4ISS 
The ISS callsign is presently scheduled to be OR4ISS 
The  scheduled astronaut is Jack Fischer K2FSH 
Contact is a go for: Tue  2017-06-13 15:19:26 UTC 84 deg  


****************************************************************************
**
ARISS  is always glad to receive listener reports for the above contacts.  
ARISS  thanks everyone in advance for their assistance.  Feel free to send 
your  reports to aj9n at amsat.org or aj9n at aol.com.

Listen for the ISS on  the downlink of 145.8?  MHz.

****************************************************************************
***

All  ARISS contacts are made via the Kenwood radio unless otherwise  noted.

****************************************************************************
***

Several  of you have sent me emails asking about the RAC ARISS website and 
not being  able to get in.  That has now been changed to  
http://www.ariss.org/

Note that there are links to other ARISS  websites from this  site.

****************************************************************************
Looking  for something new to do?  How about receiving DATV from the  ISS?  
 
If interested, then please go to the ARISS-EU website for  complete 
details.  Look for the buttons indicating Ham  Video.                       
      

http://www.ariss-eu.org/    

If you need some  assistance, ARISS mentor Kerry N6IZW, might be able to 
provide some  insight.  Contact Kerry at  kbanke at sbcglobal.net
****************************************************************************
ARISS  congratulations the following mentors who have now mentored over 100 
 
schools:  

Satoshi 7M3TJZ with 123 
Gaston ON4WF with  123
Francesco IK?WGF with  119

****************************************************************************
The  webpages listed below were all reviewed for accuracy.  Out of date  
webpages were removed and new ones have been added.  If there are  
additional 
ARISS websites I need to know about, please let me  know.

Note, all times are approximate.  It is recommended that you  do your own 
orbital prediction or start listening about 10 minutes before  the listed 
time. 
All dates and times listed follow International  Standard ISO 8601 date and 
time format  YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS

The  complete schedule page has been updated as of 2017-06-08 16:00 UTC.  
(***)
Here you will find a listing of all scheduled school contacts, and  
questions, other ISS related websites, IRLP and Echolink websites, and  
instructions for any contact that may be streamed live.    

http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.txt

Total  number of ARISS ISS to earth school events is 1142. 
Each school counts as 1  event.
Total number of ARISS ISS to earth school contacts is 1101. 
Each  contact may have multiple schools sharing the same time slot.
Total number of  ARISS supported terrestrial contacts is 47. 

A complete year by year  breakdown of the contacts may be found in the  
file.
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf

Please  feel free to contact me if more detailed statistics are  needed.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

The  following US states and entities have never had an ARISS contact:
Arkansas,  Delaware, South Dakota, Wyoming, American Samoa, Guam, Northern 
Marianas  Islands, and the Virgin  Islands.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

QSL  information may be found at:   
http://www.ariss.org/qsl-cards.html  

ISS callsigns:  DP?ISS, IR?ISS, NA1SS, OR4ISS,  RS?ISS

****************************************************************************
The  successful school list has been updated as of 2017-06-01 08:00 UTC.  

http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/Successful_ARISS_schools.rtf

Frequency   chart for packet, voice, and crossband repeater modes showing 
Doppler   correction  as of 2005-07-29 04:00  UTC
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ISS_frequencies_and_Doppler_correction
.rtf

Listing  of ARISS related magazine articles as of 2006-07-10 03:30  UTC.
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ARISS_magazine_articles.rtf

Check  out the Zoho reports of the ARISS  contacts

https://reports.zoho.com/ZDBDataSheetView.cc?DBID=412218000000020415
****************************************************************************
Exp.  50 on orbit
Peggy Whitson
Thomas Pesquet KG5FYG
Oleg  Novitskiy

Exp. 51 on orbit
Jack Fischer K2FSH
Fyodor  Yurchikhin  RN3FI
****************************************************************************

73,
Charlie  Sufana AJ9N
One of the ARISS operation team  mentors








From kb2m at arrl.net  Thu Jun  8 16:30:01 2017
From: kb2m at arrl.net (Jeff Griffin)
Date: Thu, 8 Jun 2017 12:30:01 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Landwehr pre amp
Message-ID: <003601d2e074$7ad6a080$7083e180$@net>

Awhile back I  purchased a set of Landwehr Preamps, for 2 and 70cm. I just
got around to setting them up in my station in NJ. Both are DOA, so now I'm
trying to fix them.  Does anyone know where I can get a schematic, or anyone
that can fix these that has the parts. Both units relay are function 100%,
issue is with the rx on both units. The 70cm one shows hi SWR and low RX,
the 2m one no preamp, or low RX. I'm sure both will need preamp chips, I'm
not sure these are available anymore on the open market..

 

73 Jeff kb2m

 

 


From wa4sca at gmail.com  Thu Jun  8 16:37:30 2017
From: wa4sca at gmail.com (Alan)
Date: Thu, 8 Jun 2017 11:37:30 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Landwehr pre amp
In-Reply-To: <003601d2e074$7ad6a080$7083e180$@net>
References: <003601d2e074$7ad6a080$7083e180$@net>
Message-ID: <000001d2e075$863436d0$929ca470$@gmail.com>

Jeff, 

Will send you a copy of the 2 m manual, which includes a schematic.  It is
probably very similar to the 70 cm version, except for some circuit values.

73s,

Alan
WA4SCA



<-----Original Message-----
<From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:amsat-bb-bounces at amsat.org] On Behalf Of Jeff
<Griffin
<Sent: Thursday, June 08, 2017 11:30 AM
<To: 'AMSAT-BB' <AMSAT-BB at amsat.org>
<Subject: [amsat-bb] Landwehr pre amp
<
<Awhile back I  purchased a set of Landwehr Preamps, for 2 and 70cm. I just
<got around to setting them up in my station in NJ. Both are DOA, so now I'm
<trying to fix them.  Does anyone know where I can get a schematic, or
anyone
<that can fix these that has the parts. Both units relay are function 100%,
<issue is with the rx on both units. The 70cm one shows hi SWR and low RX,
<the 2m one no preamp, or low RX. I'm sure both will need preamp chips, I'm
<not sure these are available anymore on the open market..
<
<
<
<73 Jeff kb2m
<
<
<
<
<
<_______________________________________________
<Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
<to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions
<expressed
<are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
AMSAT-
<NA.
<Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite
<program!
<Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb

From w3ab at yahoo.com  Thu Jun  8 16:42:43 2017
From: w3ab at yahoo.com (GEO Badger)
Date: Thu, 8 Jun 2017 16:42:43 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] Landwehr pre amp
In-Reply-To: <003601d2e074$7ad6a080$7083e180$@net>
References: <003601d2e074$7ad6a080$7083e180$@net>
Message-ID: <1322355365.6320423.1496940163492@mail.yahoo.com>

Always talk to Dr Google first.Landwehr mast mounted preamps

  
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Landwehr mast mounted preamps
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  |

 
?---? 
 Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. ?? 
 GEO ??? 

 http://www.w3ab.org

Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.

      From: Jeff Griffin <kb2m at arrl.net>
 To: 'AMSAT-BB' <AMSAT-BB at amsat.org> 
 Sent: Thursday, June 8, 2017 9:31 AM
 Subject: [amsat-bb] Landwehr pre amp
   
Awhile back I? purchased a set of Landwehr Preamps, for 2 and 70cm. I just
got around to setting them up in my station in NJ. Both are DOA, so now I'm
trying to fix them.? Does anyone know where I can get a schematic, or anyone
that can fix these that has the parts. Both units relay are function 100%,
issue is with the rx on both units. The 70cm one shows hi SWR and low RX,
the 2m one no preamp, or low RX. I'm sure both will need preamp chips, I'm
not sure these are available anymore on the open market..

 

73 Jeff kb2m

 

 

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From w3ab at yahoo.com  Thu Jun  8 16:48:55 2017
From: w3ab at yahoo.com (GEO Badger)
Date: Thu, 8 Jun 2017 16:48:55 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] Landwehr pre amp
In-Reply-To: <1322355365.6320423.1496940163492@mail.yahoo.com>
References: <003601d2e074$7ad6a080$7083e180$@net>
	<1322355365.6320423.1496940163492@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <105526289.6267820.1496940535084@mail.yahoo.com>

I have no idea why the urls are stripped out.
radiodan DOT com / ted_stuff / landwehr.htm


?---? 
 Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. ?? 
 GEO ??? 

 http://www.w3ab.org

Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.

      From: GEO Badger via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
 To: Jeff Griffin <kb2m at arrl.net>; 'AMSAT-BB' <AMSAT-BB at amsat.org> 
 Sent: Thursday, June 8, 2017 9:44 AM
 Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Landwehr pre amp
   
Always talk to Dr Google first.Landwehr mast mounted preamps

? 
|? 
|? |? 
Landwehr mast mounted preamps
? |? |

? |

 
?---? 
 Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. ?? 
 GEO ??? 

 http://www.w3ab.org

Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.

? ? ? From: Jeff Griffin <kb2m at arrl.net>
 To: 'AMSAT-BB' <AMSAT-BB at amsat.org> 
 Sent: Thursday, June 8, 2017 9:31 AM
 Subject: [amsat-bb] Landwehr pre amp
? 
Awhile back I? purchased a set of Landwehr Preamps, for 2 and 70cm. I just
got around to setting them up in my station in NJ. Both are DOA, so now I'm
trying to fix them.? Does anyone know where I can get a schematic, or anyone
that can fix these that has the parts. Both units relay are function 100%,
issue is with the rx on both units. The 70cm one shows hi SWR and low RX,
the 2m one no preamp, or low RX. I'm sure both will need preamp chips, I'm
not sure these are available anymore on the open market..

 

73 Jeff kb2m

 

 

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From w3ab at yahoo.com  Thu Jun  8 16:57:50 2017
From: w3ab at yahoo.com (GEO Badger)
Date: Thu, 8 Jun 2017 16:57:50 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] Landwehr pre amp
In-Reply-To: <003601d2e074$7ad6a080$7083e180$@net>
References: <003601d2e074$7ad6a080$7083e180$@net>
Message-ID: <381226231.6304987.1496941070277@mail.yahoo.com>

Jeff,
I also have the schematics and will send them to you. I noticed that radiodan has one (1) UHF FET left for sale, no VHF FETs?---? 
 Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. ?? 
 GEO ??? 

 http://www.w3ab.org

Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.

      From: Jeff Griffin <kb2m at arrl.net>
 To: 'AMSAT-BB' <AMSAT-BB at amsat.org> 
 Sent: Thursday, June 8, 2017 9:31 AM
 Subject: [amsat-bb] Landwehr pre amp
   
Awhile back I? purchased a set of Landwehr Preamps, for 2 and 70cm. I just
got around to setting them up in my station in NJ. Both are DOA, so now I'm
trying to fix them.? Does anyone know where I can get a schematic, or anyone
that can fix these that has the parts. Both units relay are function 100%,
issue is with the rx on both units. The 70cm one shows hi SWR and low RX,
the 2m one no preamp, or low RX. I'm sure both will need preamp chips, I'm
not sure these are available anymore on the open market..

 

73 Jeff kb2m

 

 

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From david at rushtone.com  Thu Jun  8 17:57:18 2017
From: david at rushtone.com (David Rush)
Date: Thu, 8 Jun 2017 13:57:18 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Controlling WRAPS Rotor
Message-ID: <f60d5186-13a3-f1f9-3cc0-51ef97bb5cc4@rushtone.com>

Last year I built WA8SME's WRAPS rotor to use with my Arrow antenna, and 
it works fine with SatPC32 (set up as SAEBRTrackBox).

Has anyone ever been able to control such a rotor with anything other 
than SatPC32?  I'd rather use my Mac to drive this thing than drag out 
an old laptop with Windows, but I cannot get either MacDoppler or 
gpredict to drive it.  No obvious errors, but the WRAPS never responds 
to either one.  Still works fine with SatPC32.

I've tried setting MacDoppler (and gpredict, IIRC) to both EasyCom I and 
EasyCom II at 9600 bps, with no success.  Mark's documentation says it 
uses EasyCom.

David, ky7dr


From jeff_griffin at comcast.net  Thu Jun  8 18:49:32 2017
From: jeff_griffin at comcast.net (Jeff Griffin)
Date: Thu, 8 Jun 2017 14:49:32 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Landwehr pre amp
In-Reply-To: <1322355365.6320423.1496940163492@mail.yahoo.com>
References: <003601d2e074$7ad6a080$7083e180$@net>
	<1322355365.6320423.1496940163492@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <008c01d2e087$f8732c30$e9598490$@net>

That?s odd. I googled the same exact phrase(ALMOST) and didn?t get a hit on this site. This is the page I was looking for. W7RF has some remaining part?s for the Landwehrs. I bought some  5 pin power connectors off of him several years ago. Thank you W3AB, I guess J  

 

73 Jeff kb2m

 

From: GEO Badger [mailto:w3ab at yahoo.com] 
Sent: Thursday, June 8, 2017 12:43 PM
To: Jeff Griffin; 'AMSAT-BB'
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Landwehr pre amp

 

Always talk to Dr Google first.

Landwehr mast mounted preamps <https://www.radiodan.com/ted_stuff/landwehr.htm> 



 


	

Landwehr mast mounted preamps

	

 

 

---  
Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side.    
GEO     

http://www.w3ab.org

Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.

 

  _____  

From: Jeff Griffin <kb2m at arrl.net>
To: 'AMSAT-BB' <AMSAT-BB at amsat.org> 
Sent: Thursday, June 8, 2017 9:31 AM
Subject: [amsat-bb] Landwehr pre amp

 

Awhile back I  purchased a set of Landwehr Preamps, for 2 and 70cm. I just

got around to setting them up in my station in NJ. Both are DOA, so now I'm

trying to fix them.  Does anyone know where I can get a schematic, or anyone

that can fix these that has the parts. Both units relay are function 100%,

issue is with the rx on both units. The 70cm one shows hi SWR and low RX,

the 2m one no preamp, or low RX. I'm sure both will need preamp chips, I'm

not sure these are available anymore on the open market..

 

 

 

73 Jeff kb2m

 

 

 

 

 


From skristof at etczone.com  Thu Jun  8 20:23:26 2017
From: skristof at etczone.com (skristof at etczone.com)
Date: Thu, 08 Jun 2017 16:23:26 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] NO-84?
Message-ID: <696190d967e6030557d8c6ffe6769dc4@etczone.com>

What happened to NO-84? It's not in the pull down menu in the AMSAT
Online Pass Predictor. 

Steve AI9IN

From matthew at mrstevens.net  Thu Jun  8 20:49:02 2017
From: matthew at mrstevens.net (Matthew Stevens)
Date: Thu, 8 Jun 2017 16:49:02 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] NO-84?
In-Reply-To: <696190d967e6030557d8c6ffe6769dc4@etczone.com>
References: <696190d967e6030557d8c6ffe6769dc4@etczone.com>
Message-ID: <CAN8zKtT_swUuyMXu_HGFwxxe8Hem5JHYQJ1spFPQQhBcYuM-Mw@mail.gmail.com>

Check again. It, and AO-85, were missing earlier but it's been fixed now.

?73,?

- Matthew
? kk4fem?


On Thu, Jun 8, 2017 at 4:23 PM, <skristof at etczone.com> wrote:

> What happened to NO-84? It's not in the pull down menu in the AMSAT
> Online Pass Predictor.
>
> Steve AI9IN
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From n8hm at arrl.net  Thu Jun  8 20:49:21 2017
From: n8hm at arrl.net (Paul Stoetzer)
Date: Thu, 8 Jun 2017 16:49:21 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] NO-84?
In-Reply-To: <696190d967e6030557d8c6ffe6769dc4@etczone.com>
References: <696190d967e6030557d8c6ffe6769dc4@etczone.com>
Message-ID: <CABzOSOpLC-rA1srzpe72QGdSdufzFK_amKYOv9nCW6p+n+=oFg@mail.gmail.com>

NO-83, NO-84, and AO-85 were inadvertently left out of the AMSAT keps
distribution this week. That has since been corrected. Though they are
now available in the drop down box, the AMSAT pass prediction page is
not returning results for those satellites. I am looking into this
issue.

73,

Paul, N8HM

On Thu, Jun 8, 2017 at 4:23 PM,  <skristof at etczone.com> wrote:
> What happened to NO-84? It's not in the pull down menu in the AMSAT
> Online Pass Predictor.
>
> Steve AI9IN
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From jefforybroughton at gmail.com  Thu Jun  8 22:49:22 2017
From: jefforybroughton at gmail.com (jeffory broughton)
Date: Thu, 8 Jun 2017 18:49:22 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] (no subject)
In-Reply-To: <CACm2je3khhP1emu91_cC3v+86UBA8SS+XQVG_D6kFUTF1Q02WQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CACm2je3khhP1emu91_cC3v+86UBA8SS+XQVG_D6kFUTF1Q02WQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CACm2je3p=zq=aKDLip34C3Pj9vuT0yJdL43Owh0oiPKCPdHnyA@mail.gmail.com>

MGF1302 OR MGF1402 GAASFET
TRANSISTORS WILL WORK.I HAVE FOUND THE 1302 TO BE A BETTER DEVICE. JEFF
WB8RJY.your swr issue sounds like a relay contact.

jeff broughton

From ea1bcu at amsat.org  Thu Jun  8 08:52:41 2017
From: ea1bcu at amsat.org (M. Menendez)
Date: Thu, 8 Jun 2017 08:52:41 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Dimensions of AO-13
In-Reply-To: <539f0c7f7a28db796401f47dcba8c40c@mail.gmail.com>
References: <81d200a9-9117-301a-ab87-d0b3f12c48d0@bellsouth.net>
	<29bfa509-66f5-f315-4a31-58d5c103115c@amsat-dl.org>
	<b44b5f5d-1ddc-13f5-4d0f-55eedc43ea95@amsat-dl.org>
	<539f0c7f7a28db796401f47dcba8c40c@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <VI1PR0501MB2670352243225C462C7CE87F9DC90@VI1PR0501MB2670.eurprd05.prod.outlook.com>

HI,
AMSAT-DL has the answer for this discussion, while they decide to give a response, this is in an information obtained from an AMSAT-DL presentation.

http://mstl.atl.calpoly.edu/~bklofas/Presentations/AMSATUK2009/3b_Gulzow-P3E.pdf

AMSAT P3-E (Phase 3 Express)
Basic data
Total mass at lift-off ..150 kg
Satellite mass in orbit .90 kg

Dimensions .Height 50cm / Span 1.30m

Spin stabilized .20 ? 40 rpm
Propulsion .220 N engine (EADS-ST)
Propellant .25.8 liter MON, 24.7 liter MMH
pressurized by Helium bottle, 2 liter He at 400 bar
Orbit .HEO, 2000km perigee, 44000km apogee, 50? Incl.
14 hour period (same Apogee every 7 days)
Launcher ARIANE-5, French Guiana, Kourou

73, EA1BCU

El 08/06/17 a las 00:50, Robert Bruninga escribi?:

Unless I missed something, this still does not answer the question.  The
value of 40 mm is *not* a major dimension of the P3 frame.  Neither is
40cm.

The question was these dimensions, 600 x 40 x 200.  They don't make sense
in mm...

Please advise. Or at least if you are going to say "all dimensinos are in
mm" please tell us *what* dimensions are being talked about?  This thread
all has to do with the dimensions qquoted above.

Bob, WB4aPR

-----Original Message-----
From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:amsat-bb-bounces at amsat.org] On Behalf Of Michael R.
Lengruesser
Sent: Wednesday, June 07, 2017 5:15 PM
To: amsat-bb at amsat.org<mailto:amsat-bb at amsat.org>
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Dimensions of AO-13

All measurements in mm
nearly the same data for P3 A,B,C, and E ( AO 10, 13,) depence on antennae
and rocket motor


Michael, DD5ER
AMSAT-DL e.V.

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Communication, Science and Education --

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http:/www.amsat-dl.org

Am 06. Jun. 2017 um 08:40 schrieb Michael R. Lengruesser:


All measurements in mm
Nearly the same data for P3 A,B,C, and E ( AO 10, 13,) depence on
antennae and rocket motor


https://www.dropbox.com/sh/bfhas168it863ry/AACZa30Eq49o_YUSK140NGb9a?d
l=0

Michael R. Lengruesser, DD5ER

AMSAT-DL e.V.

-- International Satellites for
Communication, Science and Education --

mlengruesser at amsat-dl.org<mailto:mlengruesser at amsat-dl.org>
http:/www.amsat-dl.org

Am 04. Jun. 2017 um 19:13 schrieb Stewart Todd Morgan:


See "Spotlight On:  AMSAT-OSCAR-13" by John A. Magliacane, KD2BD:

https://web.archive.org/web/19961028042702/http://amsat.org:80/amsat/
sats/n7hpr/ao13_kd2.html


Todd
AL0I
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From nanrspm at gmail.com  Fri Jun  9 05:14:23 2017
From: nanrspm at gmail.com (Tanan Rangseeprom)
Date: Fri, 9 Jun 2017 12:14:23 +0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
Message-ID: <CAMw-yOW95iC_V4Unypp5UzCEp=jBB-1bjbvO0zJi2rcSy7_=5g@mail.gmail.com>

Dear friend or member of AMSAT,

The Radio Amateur Society of Thailand under the patronage of His Majesty
the King (RAST) has received support and funding for the JAISAT-1 project
from Thailand's regulator, the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications
Commission from its Fund for the Research and Development of Broadcasting,
Television and Telecommunications for Public Benefit - BTFP.

Construction of the Linear Transponder has been completed and this module
is now in the process of construction and assembly by Innovative Solutions
in Space (ISIS) in the Netherlands. The society has also received
permission from the NBTC to set up a Ground Station (GS) with the callsign
HS0AJ together with funding to purchase an Icom IC-9100 transceiver, a
G5500 rotor together with computer equipment to be used at the GS HS0AJ and
this has now been set up and completed.

However, we have encountered problems in finding an appropriate program for
automatic tracking of the satellite. We have installed the Ham Radio Deluxe
program on the Windows 10 operating system on the computer but we have
encountered many problems such as the IC-9100 driver being unable to
communicate with the computer while the Ham Radio Deluxe program has been
unable to control or send commands to the Fox Delta Antenna Rotor Control.

The primary purpose of the HS0AJ ground station is to track all amateur
radio satellites that pass over Thailand in all modes by setting up a
tracking schedule plan for automatic tracking on a daily or weekly basis.
Our goal is to forward the audio of satellite signals from the Icom IC-9100
as they pass over Thailand to the RAST website to enable Thai amateur radio
operators to monitor these signals online in RAST website and Echolink
program.

RAST would like to seek advice from our AMSAT friends worldwide regarding
any recommendations of a automated satellite tracking program suitable for
the objectives of our ground station.

Thanking you in advance and with respect,

Tanan Rangseeprom,
JAISAT Project Manager

From maccody at att.net  Fri Jun  9 05:33:51 2017
From: maccody at att.net (Mac A. Cody)
Date: Fri, 9 Jun 2017 00:33:51 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Ham-Com
In-Reply-To: <356F1BE1-2873-4820-8F46-8536AA6852C9@gmail.com>
References: <356F1BE1-2873-4820-8F46-8536AA6852C9@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <688b7111-247e-e55d-9e7f-5683e89cf74d@att.net>

Greetings,

I'll also be at Ham-Com working at the AMSAT booth and working AO-85
for demonstrations.  I plan on working the following passes, although
some of them will be problematic.

                                  AOS    Maximum   Max El LOS       LOS
Date (UTC)  AOS (UTC) Duration Azimuth Elevation Azimuth Azimuth  (UTC)
09 Jun 17   14:22:07  00:08:55     2       7        43    92    14:31:02
09 Jun 17   16:01:07  00:13:04   332      83        97 152    16:14:11
09 Jun 17   17:43:11  00:08:27   293       6       252 212    17:51:38
10 Jun 17   14:46:27  00:11:38   349      19        49 119    14:58:05
10 Jun 17   16:26:26  00:12:32   320      31       231 174    16:38:58

I'll be working from the top of the parking garage to try to get above
most of the ground clutter.  I'll probably be going by my call sign
AE5PH, as I'm in my home grid square, unless I am prevailed upon to use
the AMSAT club call sign mentioned by Gabe.

Hope to see you at Ham-Com or on the satellites!

73,

Mac / AE5PH


On 06/08/2017 09:32 AM, Gabriel Zeifman wrote:
> Hello fellow bird folk,
>
> I'll be heading down to Dallas tomorrow to help out at Ham-Com. We'll be doing demos on all the voice sats and maybe some packet sats. Callsign will be W3ZM/5, give us a call.
>
> 73,
> Gabe
> NJ7H/VE6NJH
>
> P.S. I'm not retired from roving, for those that had concerns.
>
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From 9w2qc at 9w2qc.net  Fri Jun  9 07:10:25 2017
From: 9w2qc at 9w2qc.net (Sion Chow Q. C. (9M2CQC))
Date: Fri, 9 Jun 2017 15:10:25 +0800
Subject: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
In-Reply-To: <CAMw-yOW95iC_V4Unypp5UzCEp=jBB-1bjbvO0zJi2rcSy7_=5g@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAMw-yOW95iC_V4Unypp5UzCEp=jBB-1bjbvO0zJi2rcSy7_=5g@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <274FA10A-BC85-469A-B83C-EF59184B4651@9w2qc.net>

Sawadeekrap Khun Tanan,

Good to head about your satellite project and its progress.

As for automatic antenna controlling of antenna and IC-9100H, do take a look at WXtrack.  We have used this successfully for a few amateur ground station setup here and we are happy with its flexibility and ability to switch as scheduled automatically (although you need the paid version to unlock this feature).

WXtrack communicates with the IC-9100H directly but requires WISPDDE to communicate with the LVB tracker.  Both software works fine on Windows 7 - we have not tested this on Windows 8 or 10 yet.

Hope this information helps and I wish you all the best with your mission.

73, 
Sion Chow Q. C.,
9M2CQC, WQ2C, JG1XHM, 9V1QC,
ex: 9W2QC, AB3IO



> On 9 Jun 2017, at 13:14, Tanan Rangseeprom <nanrspm at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> Dear friend or member of AMSAT,
> 
> The Radio Amateur Society of Thailand under the patronage of His Majesty
> the King (RAST) has received support and funding for the JAISAT-1 project
> from Thailand's regulator, the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications
> Commission from its Fund for the Research and Development of Broadcasting,
> Television and Telecommunications for Public Benefit - BTFP.
> 
> Construction of the Linear Transponder has been completed and this module
> is now in the process of construction and assembly by Innovative Solutions
> in Space (ISIS) in the Netherlands. The society has also received
> permission from the NBTC to set up a Ground Station (GS) with the callsign
> HS0AJ together with funding to purchase an Icom IC-9100 transceiver, a
> G5500 rotor together with computer equipment to be used at the GS HS0AJ and
> this has now been set up and completed.
> 
> However, we have encountered problems in finding an appropriate program for
> automatic tracking of the satellite. We have installed the Ham Radio Deluxe
> program on the Windows 10 operating system on the computer but we have
> encountered many problems such as the IC-9100 driver being unable to
> communicate with the computer while the Ham Radio Deluxe program has been
> unable to control or send commands to the Fox Delta Antenna Rotor Control.
> 
> The primary purpose of the HS0AJ ground station is to track all amateur
> radio satellites that pass over Thailand in all modes by setting up a
> tracking schedule plan for automatic tracking on a daily or weekly basis.
> Our goal is to forward the audio of satellite signals from the Icom IC-9100
> as they pass over Thailand to the RAST website to enable Thai amateur radio
> operators to monitor these signals online in RAST website and Echolink
> program.
> 
> RAST would like to seek advice from our AMSAT friends worldwide regarding
> any recommendations of a automated satellite tracking program suitable for
> the objectives of our ground station.
> 
> Thanking you in advance and with respect,
> 
> Tanan Rangseeprom,
> JAISAT Project Manager
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From skristof at etczone.com  Fri Jun  9 14:42:43 2017
From: skristof at etczone.com (skristof at etczone.com)
Date: Fri, 09 Jun 2017 10:42:43 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] EO-88 QSL?
Message-ID: <72d406e8b73e0e38d7fee67ec72925bc@etczone.com>

A while back AMSAT-UK issued certificates/QSL cards to folks who
downloaded telemetry from AO-73. Does anyone know if there is a
corresponding certificate/QSL for EO-88? I couldn't find any info about
this on the AMSAT-UK website. 

(Yes, I do collect wallpaper.) 

Steve AI9IN

From pbaldock at frontier.com  Fri Jun  9 16:39:28 2017
From: pbaldock at frontier.com (Paul Baldock)
Date: Fri, 09 Jun 2017 09:39:28 -0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] Icom AG-35 preamp transistor
In-Reply-To: <72d406e8b73e0e38d7fee67ec72925bc@etczone.com>
References: <72d406e8b73e0e38d7fee67ec72925bc@etczone.com>
Message-ID: <20170609163943.0831C1C347@filter03.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>

Does anyone know of a suitable replacement for the 3SK121 in the Icom 
AG-35 UHF preamp ?

Thanks

- Paul


From w3ab at yahoo.com  Fri Jun  9 16:46:46 2017
From: w3ab at yahoo.com (GEO Badger)
Date: Fri, 9 Jun 2017 16:46:46 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] Icom AG-35 preamp transistor
In-Reply-To: <20170609163943.0831C1C347@filter03.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>
References: <72d406e8b73e0e38d7fee67ec72925bc@etczone.com>
	<20170609163943.0831C1C347@filter03.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>
Message-ID: <658668186.7451121.1497026806535@mail.yahoo.com>

Don't know if you have seen this link.http://forums.qrz.com/index.php?threads/3sk121-ft-726r-70cm-module-q01.290978/


?---? 
 Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. ?? 
 GEO ??? 

 http://www.w3ab.org

Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.

      From: Paul Baldock <pbaldock at frontier.com>
 To: amsat-bb at amsat.org 
 Sent: Friday, June 9, 2017 9:41 AM
 Subject: [amsat-bb] Icom AG-35 preamp transistor
   
Does anyone know of a suitable replacement for the 3SK121 in the Icom 
AG-35 UHF preamp ?

Thanks

- Paul

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From w4upd at cfl.rr.com  Fri Jun  9 16:52:53 2017
From: w4upd at cfl.rr.com (w4upd)
Date: Fri, 09 Jun 2017 12:52:53 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Icom AG-35 preamp transistor
In-Reply-To: <20170609163943.0831C1C347@filter03.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>
References: <72d406e8b73e0e38d7fee67ec72925bc@etczone.com>
	<20170609163943.0831C1C347@filter03.roch.ny.frontiernet.net>
Message-ID: <593AD265.9050506@cfl.rr.com>

How about a 3SK121Y? You can get them from RFPARTS for about $5.00.

Reid, W4UPD


On 6/9/2017 12:39 PM, Paul Baldock wrote:
> Does anyone know of a suitable replacement for the 3SK121 in the Icom 
> AG-35 UHF preamp ?
>
> Thanks
>
> - Paul
>
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From jimlist at zoho.com  Fri Jun  9 17:21:27 2017
From: jimlist at zoho.com (Jim Heck G3WGM)
Date: Fri, 9 Jun 2017 18:21:27 +0100
Subject: [amsat-bb] FUNcube/ AO73 Mode change
In-Reply-To: <64CE1BC6CF38407986FD72DD049C5E16@jimPC2>
References: <8C24C4E9992F41A09B3C2F6F5CDEBDDD@LAPTOP91ASAKDB>
	<64CE1BC6CF38407986FD72DD049C5E16@jimPC2>
Message-ID: <905E7734B5504BE3BB299CCB7A03A5BA@jimPC2>

Hi folks,

AO73/FUNcube-1 is now in amateur mode.

Switch back to educational mode is planned for Sunday pm UTC as usual.

Have FUN everyone!

Please see below for all FUNcube mission info

73s Jim G3WGM and the FUNcube team.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
FUNcube frequencies and other details
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

AO-73 FUNcube-1

The transponder is normally operational only when the satellite is in
eclipse, ie the solar panels are NOT being illuminated. During weekends
(from pm Fridays UTC to PM Sundays UTC) the transponder is operational 24/7.

When the transponder is switched off, the telemetry beacon is on full power,
when the transponder is on the beacon it is on low power. During holidays,
eg Christmas, New Year, Easter, etc, the transponder maybe activated for
extended periods. Watch AMSAT-BB for announcements which are usually made on
Friday evenings (UTC)

The nominal transponder frequencies are:

Uplink:   435.150 - 435.130 MHz LSB (Inverting)
Downlink:   145.950 - 145.970 MHz USB
Telemetry Tx: 145.935 MHz BPSK

(The passband may be up to 15kHz higher depending on on-board temps. Lower
temperatures give higher freqs!)

FUNcube-2 (aka FUNcube on UKube)

The FUNcube-2 sub-system continues to operate autonomously and, almost
continuously, in amateur mode. The transponder is operational and the
telemetry downlink is functioning with about 70mW output. The FUNcube-1
Dashboard does not correctly display the telemetry but it does correctly
decode the data and uploads it to the FUNcube Data Warehouse from where it
can be examined. Most of the real time data channels are operational and
these include battery voltages, temperatures and ADCS data coming via the
main On Board Computer (OBC).

The transponder is interrupted for a few seconds every 2 minutes when the
other transmitter sends its CW beacon and, occasionally, for a few seconds
when the main OBC reboots (approx seven times each orbit).

The nominal transponder frequencies are:
Uplink:   435.080 - 435.060 MHz LSB (Inverting)
Downlink:   145.930 - 145.950 MHz USB
Telemetry Tx: 145.915 MHz BPSK

(The passband may be up to 10kHz higher depending on on-board temps. Low
temperatures give higher freqs!)


EO79 FUNcube-3
Due to power budget constraints the transponder cannot be operational 24/7
and an orbit specific schedule has been developed. The transponder will
commence operation 27 minutes after the spacecraft enters sunlight and will
stay on for a period of 25 minutes. This schedule may be modified in future
months as a result of experience.

The nominal transponder frequencies are:
Uplink: 435.0723-435.0473 MHz LSB (Inverting)
Downlink: 145.946-145.971 MHz USB

Further detailed info on EO79 transponder frequencies is at:
https://amsat-uk.org/2016/11/10/eo79-funcube-3-transponder-commences-regular-operation/


EO88/Nayif-1/FUNcube-5

EO88 is presently operating in autonomous mode. The transponder is
operational when the satellite is in eclipse, ie the solar panels are NOT
being illuminated.
When the transponder is switched off, the telemetry beacon is on full power,
when the transponder is on the beacon it is on low power.
The transponder frequencies are:

Uplink:  435.045 ? 435.015 MHz LSB (inverting)
Downlink: 145.960-145.990 MHz USB
Telemetry  Tx: 145.940MHz

All FUNcube transponders are sponsored by AMSAT-UK and AMSAT-NL. We are very
grateful for the assistance given by Innovative Solution In Space Bv, The
Netherlands.

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From w3ab at yahoo.com  Fri Jun  9 17:55:59 2017
From: w3ab at yahoo.com (GEO Badger)
Date: Fri, 9 Jun 2017 17:55:59 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
In-Reply-To: <274FA10A-BC85-469A-B83C-EF59184B4651@9w2qc.net>
References: <CAMw-yOW95iC_V4Unypp5UzCEp=jBB-1bjbvO0zJi2rcSy7_=5g@mail.gmail.com>
	<274FA10A-BC85-469A-B83C-EF59184B4651@9w2qc.net>
Message-ID: <1185304738.7490471.1497030959669@mail.yahoo.com>

I do not see the LVB tracker option in the WXtrack drop down list in V3.8.44.1060. What am I missing??---??
Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. ???
GEO ????

http://www.w3ab.org

Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.

From kq6ea at verizon.net  Fri Jun  9 18:39:33 2017
From: kq6ea at verizon.net (Jim Jerzycke)
Date: Fri, 9 Jun 2017 18:39:33 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
In-Reply-To: <1185304738.7490471.1497030959669@mail.yahoo.com>
References: <CAMw-yOW95iC_V4Unypp5UzCEp=jBB-1bjbvO0zJi2rcSy7_=5g@mail.gmail.com>
	<274FA10A-BC85-469A-B83C-EF59184B4651@9w2qc.net>
	<1185304738.7490471.1497030959669@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <19df087e-9879-2b0e-1950-48ec0e588913@verizon.net>

You won't.


IIRC, you select the Yaesu GS-232 protocol, but it's been so long since 
I set mine up that I don't remember.


LVB Tracker pages here: http://www.g6lvb.com/Articles/LVBTracker/


73, Jim  KQ6EA (soon to be KQ0EA in DM70mn!)


On 06/09/2017 05:55 PM, GEO Badger via AMSAT-BB wrote:
> I do not see the LVB tracker option in the WXtrack drop down list in V3.8.44.1060. What am I missing? ---
> Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side.
> GEO
>
> http://www.w3ab.org
>
> Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
> _______________________________________________
> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed
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From w3ab at yahoo.com  Fri Jun  9 18:56:36 2017
From: w3ab at yahoo.com (GEO Badger)
Date: Fri, 9 Jun 2017 18:56:36 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
In-Reply-To: <19df087e-9879-2b0e-1950-48ec0e588913@verizon.net>
References: <CAMw-yOW95iC_V4Unypp5UzCEp=jBB-1bjbvO0zJi2rcSy7_=5g@mail.gmail.com>
	<274FA10A-BC85-469A-B83C-EF59184B4651@9w2qc.net>
	<1185304738.7490471.1497030959669@mail.yahoo.com>
	<19df087e-9879-2b0e-1950-48ec0e588913@verizon.net>
Message-ID: <1886591041.7574081.1497034596194@mail.yahoo.com>

Thanks. Been there done that.
I saw that, GS232, under the CX6DD selection. No joy. I opened the DDE and am able to control the rotors remotely so I know the com port is working, but no tracking. Still pushing buttons. ?-!8^)?---? 
 Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. ?? 
 GEO ??? 

 http://www.w3ab.org

Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.

      From: Jim Jerzycke <kq6ea at verizon.net>
 To: amsat-bb at amsat.org 
 Sent: Friday, June 9, 2017 11:41 AM
 Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
   
You won't.


IIRC, you select the Yaesu GS-232 protocol, but it's been so long since 
I set mine up that I don't remember.


LVB Tracker pages here: http://www.g6lvb.com/Articles/LVBTracker/


73, Jim? KQ6EA (soon to be KQ0EA in DM70mn!)


On 06/09/2017 05:55 PM, GEO Badger via AMSAT-BB wrote:
> I do not see the LVB tracker option in the WXtrack drop down list in V3.8.44.1060. What am I missing? ---
> Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side.
> GEO
>
> http://www.w3ab.org
>
> Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
> _______________________________________________
> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed
> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA.
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From kq6ea at verizon.net  Fri Jun  9 19:04:19 2017
From: kq6ea at verizon.net (Jim Jerzycke)
Date: Fri, 9 Jun 2017 19:04:19 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
In-Reply-To: <1886591041.7574081.1497034596194@mail.yahoo.com>
References: <CAMw-yOW95iC_V4Unypp5UzCEp=jBB-1bjbvO0zJi2rcSy7_=5g@mail.gmail.com>
	<274FA10A-BC85-469A-B83C-EF59184B4651@9w2qc.net>
	<1185304738.7490471.1497030959669@mail.yahoo.com>
	<19df087e-9879-2b0e-1950-48ec0e588913@verizon.net>
	<1886591041.7574081.1497034596194@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <5a969d0d-b875-13c3-86fc-b6c481fb5161@verizon.net>

Have you selected the tracking function in the software? You click the 
"R" button in the upper left corner of the display screen, and if it 
indicates "R+" it should be able to control the rotors.


And don't forget to calibrate them! I use the command line function 
("DOS Box") to do it, but again, I forget the name of the program I used.


Jim


On 06/09/2017 06:56 PM, GEO Badger wrote:
> Thanks. Been there done that.
>
> I saw that, GS232, under the CX6DD selection. No joy. I opened the DDE 
> and am able to control the rotors remotely so I know the com port is 
> working, but no tracking. Still pushing buttons.  -!8^)
> ---
> Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side.
> GEO
>
> http://www.w3ab.org
>
> Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
>
>
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
> *From:* Jim Jerzycke <kq6ea at verizon.net>
> *To:* amsat-bb at amsat.org
> *Sent:* Friday, June 9, 2017 11:41 AM
> *Subject:* Re: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
>
> You won't.
>
>
> IIRC, you select the Yaesu GS-232 protocol, but it's been so long since
> I set mine up that I don't remember.
>
>
> LVB Tracker pages here: http://www.g6lvb.com/Articles/LVBTracker/
>
>
> 73, Jim  KQ6EA (soon to be KQ0EA in DM70mn!)
>
>
> On 06/09/2017 05:55 PM, GEO Badger via AMSAT-BB wrote:
> > I do not see the LVB tracker option in the WXtrack drop down list in 
> V3.8.44.1060. What am I missing? ---
> > Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side.
> > GEO
> >
> > http://www.w3ab.org <http://www.w3ab.org/>
> >
> > Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
>
> > _______________________________________________
> > Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. <mailto:AMSAT-BB at amsat.org.> AMSAT-NA 
> makes this open forum available
> > to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. 
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> views of AMSAT-NA.
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> program!
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From pconver at gmail.com  Fri Jun  9 19:15:34 2017
From: pconver at gmail.com (Pedro Converso)
Date: Fri, 9 Jun 2017 16:15:34 -0300
Subject: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
In-Reply-To: <5a969d0d-b875-13c3-86fc-b6c481fb5161@verizon.net>
References: <CAMw-yOW95iC_V4Unypp5UzCEp=jBB-1bjbvO0zJi2rcSy7_=5g@mail.gmail.com>
	<274FA10A-BC85-469A-B83C-EF59184B4651@9w2qc.net>
	<1185304738.7490471.1497030959669@mail.yahoo.com>
	<19df087e-9879-2b0e-1950-48ec0e588913@verizon.net>
	<1886591041.7574081.1497034596194@mail.yahoo.com>
	<5a969d0d-b875-13c3-86fc-b6c481fb5161@verizon.net>
Message-ID: <CANTZqKmwsNN=Y_npmOjoUtnNxvZCoRSR11bbV=mbXQHXLT5v8A@mail.gmail.com>

Perhaps worth try http://amsat.org.ar/pass.exe

Using wispdde controls Rotor & Dopplers

It is the executable of http://amsat.org.ar/pass.htm

73, lu7abf, Pedro

On Fri, Jun 9, 2017 at 4:04 PM, Jim Jerzycke <kq6ea at verizon.net> wrote:
> Have you selected the tracking function in the software? You click the "R"
> button in the upper left corner of the display screen, and if it indicates
> "R+" it should be able to control the rotors.
>
>
> And don't forget to calibrate them! I use the command line function ("DOS
> Box") to do it, but again, I forget the name of the program I used.
>
>
> Jim
>
>
> On 06/09/2017 06:56 PM, GEO Badger wrote:
>>
>> Thanks. Been there done that.
>>
>> I saw that, GS232, under the CX6DD selection. No joy. I opened the DDE and
>> am able to control the rotors remotely so I know the com port is working,
>> but no tracking. Still pushing buttons.  -!8^)
>> ---
>> Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side.
>> GEO
>>
>> http://www.w3ab.org
>>
>> Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
>>
>>
>> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>> *From:* Jim Jerzycke <kq6ea at verizon.net>
>> *To:* amsat-bb at amsat.org
>> *Sent:* Friday, June 9, 2017 11:41 AM
>> *Subject:* Re: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
>>
>> You won't.
>>
>>
>> IIRC, you select the Yaesu GS-232 protocol, but it's been so long since
>> I set mine up that I don't remember.
>>
>>
>> LVB Tracker pages here: http://www.g6lvb.com/Articles/LVBTracker/
>>
>>
>> 73, Jim  KQ6EA (soon to be KQ0EA in DM70mn!)
>>
>>
>> On 06/09/2017 05:55 PM, GEO Badger via AMSAT-BB wrote:
>> > I do not see the LVB tracker option in the WXtrack drop down list in
>> > V3.8.44.1060. What am I missing? ---
>> > Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side.
>> > GEO
>> >
>> > http://www.w3ab.org <http://www.w3ab.org/>
>> >
>> > Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
>>
>> > _______________________________________________
>> > Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. <mailto:AMSAT-BB at amsat.org.> AMSAT-NA makes
>> > this open forum available
>> > to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
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>> > are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
>> > AMSAT-NA.
>> > Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite
>> > program!
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>>
>> _______________________________________________
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>> this open forum available
>> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions
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>> AMSAT-NA.
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>>
>
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From w3ab at yahoo.com  Fri Jun  9 20:15:12 2017
From: w3ab at yahoo.com (GEO Badger)
Date: Fri, 9 Jun 2017 20:15:12 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
In-Reply-To: <5a969d0d-b875-13c3-86fc-b6c481fb5161@verizon.net>
References: <CAMw-yOW95iC_V4Unypp5UzCEp=jBB-1bjbvO0zJi2rcSy7_=5g@mail.gmail.com>
	<274FA10A-BC85-469A-B83C-EF59184B4651@9w2qc.net>
	<1185304738.7490471.1497030959669@mail.yahoo.com>
	<19df087e-9879-2b0e-1950-48ec0e588913@verizon.net>
	<1886591041.7574081.1497034596194@mail.yahoo.com>
	<5a969d0d-b875-13c3-86fc-b6c481fb5161@verizon.net>
Message-ID: <1757084155.7621166.1497039312467@mail.yahoo.com>

Yep, calibrated. I don't see a "R" button on the display. In the World Map display the program shows CX6DD (GS232) then "tracking stopped" when I point at the sun. And the tracker points at the sun, I'll come back later and see if it is tracking the sun. I can't find any birds visible from my QTH at present.
The ISS just popped up.
I close the program then reopen it and the "tracking stopped" message is gone, but so is the ISS.
I appreciate the assistance.
BTW, I'm using a G-5500 controller to control a G-450 az and G-500A el rotors.?---? 
 Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. ?? 
 GEO ??? 

 http://www.w3ab.org

Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.

      From: Jim Jerzycke <kq6ea at verizon.net>
 To: GEO Badger <w3ab at yahoo.com>; "amsat-bb at amsat.org" <amsat-bb at amsat.org> 
 Sent: Friday, June 9, 2017 12:04 PM
 Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
   
 Have you selected the tracking function in the software? You click the "R" button in the upper left corner of the display screen, and if it indicates "R+" it should be able to control the rotors. 
  And don't forget to calibrate them! I use the command line function ("DOS Box") to do it, but again, I forget the name of the program I used. 
  Jim
  
 On 06/09/2017 06:56 PM, GEO Badger wrote:
  
  Thanks. Been there done that. 
  I saw that, GS232, under the CX6DD selection. No joy. I opened the DDE and am able to control the rotors remotely so I know the com port is working, but no tracking. Still pushing buttons. ?-!8^) ? ---? 
 Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. ?? 
 GEO ??? 
 
 http://www.w3ab.org
 
 Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana. 
 
        From: Jim Jerzycke <kq6ea at verizon.net>
 To: amsat-bb at amsat.org 
 Sent: Friday, June 9, 2017 11:41 AM
 Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
  
 You won't.
 
 
 IIRC, you select the Yaesu GS-232 protocol, but it's been so long since 
 I set mine up that I don't remember.
 
 
 LVB Tracker pages here: http://www.g6lvb.com/Articles/LVBTracker/
 
 
 73, Jim? KQ6EA (soon to be KQ0EA in DM70mn!)
 
 
 On 06/09/2017 05:55 PM, GEO Badger via AMSAT-BB wrote:
 > I do not see the LVB tracker option in the WXtrack drop down list in V3.8.44.1060. What am I missing? ---
 > Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side.
 > GEO
 >
 > http://www.w3ab.org
 >
 > Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana. 
 > _______________________________________________
 > Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
 > to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed
 > are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA.
 > Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
 > Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
 
 _______________________________________________
 Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
 to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed
 are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA.
 Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
 Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb 
   
 
      
 
 

   

From w3ab at yahoo.com  Fri Jun  9 20:19:38 2017
From: w3ab at yahoo.com (GEO Badger)
Date: Fri, 9 Jun 2017 20:19:38 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
In-Reply-To: <CANTZqKmwsNN=Y_npmOjoUtnNxvZCoRSR11bbV=mbXQHXLT5v8A@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAMw-yOW95iC_V4Unypp5UzCEp=jBB-1bjbvO0zJi2rcSy7_=5g@mail.gmail.com>
	<274FA10A-BC85-469A-B83C-EF59184B4651@9w2qc.net>
	<1185304738.7490471.1497030959669@mail.yahoo.com>
	<19df087e-9879-2b0e-1950-48ec0e588913@verizon.net>
	<1886591041.7574081.1497034596194@mail.yahoo.com>
	<5a969d0d-b875-13c3-86fc-b6c481fb5161@verizon.net>
	<CANTZqKmwsNN=Y_npmOjoUtnNxvZCoRSR11bbV=mbXQHXLT5v8A@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <766901157.7657964.1497039578936@mail.yahoo.com>

Thanks Pedro for that site.
I can control the rotors with the dde, but not track from the WXTrack program.?---? 
 Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. ?? 
 GEO ??? 

 http://www.w3ab.org

Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.

      From: Pedro Converso <pconver at gmail.com>
 To: Jim Jerzycke <kq6ea at verizon.net> 
Cc: GEO Badger <w3ab at yahoo.com>; "amsat-bb at amsat.org" <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
 Sent: Friday, June 9, 2017 12:15 PM
 Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
   
Perhaps worth try http://amsat.org.ar/pass.exe

Using wispdde controls Rotor & Dopplers

It is the executable of http://amsat.org.ar/pass.htm

73, lu7abf, Pedro

On Fri, Jun 9, 2017 at 4:04 PM, Jim Jerzycke <kq6ea at verizon.net> wrote:
> Have you selected the tracking function in the software? You click the "R"
> button in the upper left corner of the display screen, and if it indicates
> "R+" it should be able to control the rotors.
>
>
> And don't forget to calibrate them! I use the command line function ("DOS
> Box") to do it, but again, I forget the name of the program I used.
>
>
> Jim
>
>
> On 06/09/2017 06:56 PM, GEO Badger wrote:
>>
>> Thanks. Been there done that.
>>
>> I saw that, GS232, under the CX6DD selection. No joy. I opened the DDE and
>> am able to control the rotors remotely so I know the com port is working,
>> but no tracking. Still pushing buttons.? -!8^)
>> ---
>> Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side.
>> GEO
>>
>> http://www.w3ab.org
>>
>> Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
>>
>>
>> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>> *From:* Jim Jerzycke <kq6ea at verizon.net>
>> *To:* amsat-bb at amsat.org
>> *Sent:* Friday, June 9, 2017 11:41 AM
>> *Subject:* Re: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
>>
>> You won't.
>>
>>
>> IIRC, you select the Yaesu GS-232 protocol, but it's been so long since
>> I set mine up that I don't remember.
>>
>>
>> LVB Tracker pages here: http://www.g6lvb.com/Articles/LVBTracker/
>>
>>
>> 73, Jim? KQ6EA (soon to be KQ0EA in DM70mn!)
>>
>>
>> On 06/09/2017 05:55 PM, GEO Badger via AMSAT-BB wrote:
>> > I do not see the LVB tracker option in the WXtrack drop down list in
>> > V3.8.44.1060. What am I missing? ---
>> > Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side.
>> > GEO
>> >
>> > http://www.w3ab.org <http://www.w3ab.org/>
>> >
>> > Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
>>
>> > _______________________________________________
>> > Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. <mailto:AMSAT-BB at amsat.org.> AMSAT-NA makes
>> > this open forum available
>> > to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
>> > Opinions expressed
>> > are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
>> > AMSAT-NA.
>> > Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite
>> > program!
>> > Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
>>
>> _______________________________________________
>> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. <mailto:AMSAT-BB at amsat.org.> AMSAT-NA makes
>> this open forum available
>> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions
>> expressed
>> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
>> AMSAT-NA.
>> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
>> Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
>>
>>
>>
>
> _______________________________________________
> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions
> expressed
> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
> AMSAT-NA.
> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
> Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb


   

From kq6ea at verizon.net  Fri Jun  9 20:22:05 2017
From: kq6ea at verizon.net (Jim Jerzycke)
Date: Fri, 9 Jun 2017 20:22:05 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
In-Reply-To: <766901157.7657964.1497039578936@mail.yahoo.com>
References: <CAMw-yOW95iC_V4Unypp5UzCEp=jBB-1bjbvO0zJi2rcSy7_=5g@mail.gmail.com>
	<274FA10A-BC85-469A-B83C-EF59184B4651@9w2qc.net>
	<1185304738.7490471.1497030959669@mail.yahoo.com>
	<19df087e-9879-2b0e-1950-48ec0e588913@verizon.net>
	<1886591041.7574081.1497034596194@mail.yahoo.com>
	<5a969d0d-b875-13c3-86fc-b6c481fb5161@verizon.net>
	<CANTZqKmwsNN=Y_npmOjoUtnNxvZCoRSR11bbV=mbXQHXLT5v8A@mail.gmail.com>
	<766901157.7657964.1497039578936@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <d5bd1602-67dc-43db-93ed-bac9aa615cbc@verizon.net>

Oh, D'OH!


I thought you were using SatPC32.......


Never mind, and sorry for the confusion.....


73, Jim


On 06/09/2017 08:19 PM, GEO Badger wrote:
> Thanks Pedro for that site.
>
> I can control the rotors with the dde, but not track from the WXTrack 
> program.
> ---
> Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side.
> GEO
>
> http://www.w3ab.org
>
> Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
>
>
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
> *From:* Pedro Converso <pconver at gmail.com>
> *To:* Jim Jerzycke <kq6ea at verizon.net>
> *Cc:* GEO Badger <w3ab at yahoo.com>; "amsat-bb at amsat.org" 
> <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
> *Sent:* Friday, June 9, 2017 12:15 PM
> *Subject:* Re: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
>
> Perhaps worth try http://amsat.org.ar/pass.exe
>
> Using wispdde controls Rotor & Dopplers
>
> It is the executable of http://amsat.org.ar/pass.htm
>
> 73, lu7abf, Pedro
>
> On Fri, Jun 9, 2017 at 4:04 PM, Jim Jerzycke <kq6ea at verizon.net 
> <mailto:kq6ea at verizon.net>> wrote:
> > Have you selected the tracking function in the software? You click 
> the "R"
> > button in the upper left corner of the display screen, and if it 
> indicates
> > "R+" it should be able to control the rotors.
> >
> >
> > And don't forget to calibrate them! I use the command line function 
> ("DOS
> > Box") to do it, but again, I forget the name of the program I used.
> >
> >
> > Jim
> >
> >
> > On 06/09/2017 06:56 PM, GEO Badger wrote:
> >>
> >> Thanks. Been there done that.
> >>
> >> I saw that, GS232, under the CX6DD selection. No joy. I opened the 
> DDE and
> >> am able to control the rotors remotely so I know the com port is 
> working,
> >> but no tracking. Still pushing buttons. -!8^)
> >> ---
> >> Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side.
> >> GEO
> >>
> >> http://www.w3ab.org <http://www.w3ab.org/>
> >>
> >> Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
> >>
> >>
> >> 
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
> >> *From:* Jim Jerzycke <kq6ea at verizon.net <mailto:kq6ea at verizon.net>>
> >> *To:* amsat-bb at amsat.org <mailto:amsat-bb at amsat.org>
> >> *Sent:* Friday, June 9, 2017 11:41 AM
> >> *Subject:* Re: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
> >>
> >> You won't.
> >>
> >>
> >> IIRC, you select the Yaesu GS-232 protocol, but it's been so long since
> >> I set mine up that I don't remember.
> >>
> >>
> >> LVB Tracker pages here: http://www.g6lvb.com/Articles/LVBTracker/
> >>
> >>
> >> 73, Jim  KQ6EA (soon to be KQ0EA in DM70mn!)
> >>
> >>
> >> On 06/09/2017 05:55 PM, GEO Badger via AMSAT-BB wrote:
> >> > I do not see the LVB tracker option in the WXtrack drop down list in
> >> > V3.8.44.1060. What am I missing? ---
> >> > Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side.
> >> > GEO
> >> >
> >> > http://www.w3ab.org <http://www.w3ab.org/><http://www.w3ab.org/>
> >> >
> >> > Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
> >>
> >> > _______________________________________________
> >> > Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. <mailto:AMSAT-BB at amsat.org.> 
> <mailto:AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. <mailto:AMSAT-BB at amsat.org.>> AMSAT-NA makes
> >> > this open forum available
> >> > to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
> >> > Opinions expressed
> >> > are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official 
> views of
> >> > AMSAT-NA.
> >> > Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite
> >> > program!
> >> > Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
> >>
> >> _______________________________________________
> >> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. <mailto:AMSAT-BB at amsat.org.> 
> <mailto:AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. <mailto:AMSAT-BB at amsat.org.>> AMSAT-NA makes
>
> >> this open forum available
> >> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. 
> Opinions
> >> expressed
> >> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official 
> views of
> >> AMSAT-NA.
> >> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite 
> program!
> >> Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >
> > _______________________________________________
> > Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. <mailto:AMSAT-BB at amsat.org.> AMSAT-NA 
> makes this open forum available
> > to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. 
> Opinions
> > expressed
> > are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
> > AMSAT-NA.
> > Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite 
> program!
> > Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
>
>


From w3ab at yahoo.com  Fri Jun  9 20:31:59 2017
From: w3ab at yahoo.com (GEO Badger)
Date: Fri, 9 Jun 2017 20:31:59 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
In-Reply-To: <d5bd1602-67dc-43db-93ed-bac9aa615cbc@verizon.net>
References: <CAMw-yOW95iC_V4Unypp5UzCEp=jBB-1bjbvO0zJi2rcSy7_=5g@mail.gmail.com>
	<274FA10A-BC85-469A-B83C-EF59184B4651@9w2qc.net>
	<1185304738.7490471.1497030959669@mail.yahoo.com>
	<19df087e-9879-2b0e-1950-48ec0e588913@verizon.net>
	<1886591041.7574081.1497034596194@mail.yahoo.com>
	<5a969d0d-b875-13c3-86fc-b6c481fb5161@verizon.net>
	<CANTZqKmwsNN=Y_npmOjoUtnNxvZCoRSR11bbV=mbXQHXLT5v8A@mail.gmail.com>
	<766901157.7657964.1497039578936@mail.yahoo.com>
	<d5bd1602-67dc-43db-93ed-bac9aa615cbc@verizon.net>
Message-ID: <1817763634.7661686.1497040319133@mail.yahoo.com>

Found an in-view bird and it's tracking. The relays they be clicking. I have no idea what I did. Probably because I didn't have a bird in view.
Pedro sent me that Amsat that helps a lot. Now bookmarked?Jim, thanks for your assistance. I may be taking this to Burning Man this year.---? 
 Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. ?? 
 GEO ??? 

 http://www.w3ab.org

Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.

      From: Jim Jerzycke <kq6ea at verizon.net>
 To: GEO Badger <w3ab at yahoo.com>; Pedro Converso <pconver at gmail.com> 
Cc: "amsat-bb at amsat.org" <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
 Sent: Friday, June 9, 2017 1:22 PM
 Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
   
 Oh, D'OH! 
  I thought you were using SatPC32....... 
  Never mind, and sorry for the confusion..... 
  73, Jim
  
 On 06/09/2017 08:19 PM, GEO Badger wrote:
  
  Thanks Pedro for that site. 
  I can control the rotors with the dde, but not track from the WXTrack program. ? ---? 
 Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. ?? 
 GEO ??? 
 
 http://www.w3ab.org
 
 Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana. 
 
        From: Pedro Converso <pconver at gmail.com>
 To: Jim Jerzycke <kq6ea at verizon.net> 
 Cc: GEO Badger <w3ab at yahoo.com>; "amsat-bb at amsat.org" <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
 Sent: Friday, June 9, 2017 12:15 PM
 Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
  
 Perhaps worth try http://amsat.org.ar/pass.exe
 
 Using wispdde controls Rotor & Dopplers
 
 It is the executable of http://amsat.org.ar/pass.htm
 
 73, lu7abf, Pedro
 
 On Fri, Jun 9, 2017 at 4:04 PM, Jim Jerzycke <kq6ea at verizon.net> wrote:
 > Have you selected the tracking function in the software? You click the "R"
 > button in the upper left corner of the display screen, and if it indicates
 > "R+" it should be able to control the rotors.
 >
 >
 > And don't forget to calibrate them! I use the command line function ("DOS
 > Box") to do it, but again, I forget the name of the program I used.
 >
 >
 > Jim
 >
 >
 > On 06/09/2017 06:56 PM, GEO Badger wrote:
 >>
 >> Thanks. Been there done that.
 >>
 >> I saw that, GS232, under the CX6DD selection. No joy. I opened the DDE and
 >> am able to control the rotors remotely so I know the com port is working,
 >> but no tracking. Still pushing buttons.? -!8^)
 >> ---
 >> Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side.
 >> GEO
 >>
 >> http://www.w3ab.org
 >>
 >> Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
 >>
 >>
 >> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
 >> *From:* Jim Jerzycke <kq6ea at verizon.net>
 >> *To:* amsat-bb at amsat.org
 >> *Sent:* Friday, June 9, 2017 11:41 AM
 >> *Subject:* Re: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
 >>
 >> You won't.
 >>
 >>
 >> IIRC, you select the Yaesu GS-232 protocol, but it's been so long since
 >> I set mine up that I don't remember.
 >>
 >>
 >> LVB Tracker pages here: http://www.g6lvb.com/Articles/LVBTracker/
 >>
 >>
 >> 73, Jim? KQ6EA (soon to be KQ0EA in DM70mn!)
 >>
 >>
 >> On 06/09/2017 05:55 PM, GEO Badger via AMSAT-BB wrote:
 >> > I do not see the LVB tracker option in the WXtrack drop down list in
 >> > V3.8.44.1060. What am I missing? ---
 >> > Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side.
 >> > GEO
 >> >
 >> > http://www.w3ab.org <http://www.w3ab.org/>
 >> >
 >> > Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
 >>
 >> > _______________________________________________
 >> > Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. <mailto:AMSAT-BB at amsat.org.> AMSAT-NA makes
 >> > this open forum available
 >> > to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
 >> > Opinions expressed
 >> > are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
 >> > AMSAT-NA.
 >> > Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite
 >> > program!
 >> > Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
 >>
 >> _______________________________________________
 >> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. <mailto:AMSAT-BB at amsat.org.> AMSAT-NA makes 
 >> this open forum available
 >> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions
 >> expressed
 >> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
 >> AMSAT-NA.
 >> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
 >> Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
 >>
 >>
 >>
 >
 > _______________________________________________
 > Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
 > to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions
 > expressed
 > are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
 > AMSAT-NA.
 > Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
 > Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
   
 
      
 
 

   

From kq6ea at verizon.net  Fri Jun  9 20:40:23 2017
From: kq6ea at verizon.net (Jim Jerzycke)
Date: Fri, 9 Jun 2017 20:40:23 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
In-Reply-To: <1817763634.7661686.1497040319133@mail.yahoo.com>
References: <CAMw-yOW95iC_V4Unypp5UzCEp=jBB-1bjbvO0zJi2rcSy7_=5g@mail.gmail.com>
	<274FA10A-BC85-469A-B83C-EF59184B4651@9w2qc.net>
	<1185304738.7490471.1497030959669@mail.yahoo.com>
	<19df087e-9879-2b0e-1950-48ec0e588913@verizon.net>
	<1886591041.7574081.1497034596194@mail.yahoo.com>
	<5a969d0d-b875-13c3-86fc-b6c481fb5161@verizon.net>
	<CANTZqKmwsNN=Y_npmOjoUtnNxvZCoRSR11bbV=mbXQHXLT5v8A@mail.gmail.com>
	<766901157.7657964.1497039578936@mail.yahoo.com>
	<d5bd1602-67dc-43db-93ed-bac9aa615cbc@verizon.net>
	<1817763634.7661686.1497040319133@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <dd52d383-69d8-3ff1-5dce-d12384d13033@verizon.net>

Yep, if the bird is below the horizon, most programs won't track it!


Glad it's working for you.


Are you using this for the APT satellites?


Jim


On 06/09/2017 08:31 PM, GEO Badger wrote:
> Found an in-view bird and it's tracking. The relays they be clicking. 
> I have no idea what I did. Probably because I didn't have a bird in view.
>
> Pedro sent me that Amsat that helps a lot. Now bookmarked
> Jim, thanks for your assistance. I may be taking this to Burning Man 
> this year.
> ---
> Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side.
> GEO
>
> http://www.w3ab.org
>
> Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
>
>
> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
> *From:* Jim Jerzycke <kq6ea at verizon.net>
> *To:* GEO Badger <w3ab at yahoo.com>; Pedro Converso <pconver at gmail.com>
> *Cc:* "amsat-bb at amsat.org" <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
> *Sent:* Friday, June 9, 2017 1:22 PM
> *Subject:* Re: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
>
> Oh, D'OH!
>
> I thought you were using SatPC32.......
>
> Never mind, and sorry for the confusion.....
>
> 73, Jim
>
> On 06/09/2017 08:19 PM, GEO Badger wrote:
>> Thanks Pedro for that site.
>>
>> I can control the rotors with the dde, but not track from the WXTrack 
>> program.
>> ---
>> Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side.
>> GEO
>>
>> http://www.w3ab.org <http://www.w3ab.org/>
>>
>> Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
>>
>>
>> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>> *From:* Pedro Converso <pconver at gmail.com> <mailto:pconver at gmail.com>
>> *To:* Jim Jerzycke <kq6ea at verizon.net> <mailto:kq6ea at verizon.net>
>> *Cc:* GEO Badger <w3ab at yahoo.com> <mailto:w3ab at yahoo.com>; 
>> "amsat-bb at amsat.org" <mailto:amsat-bb at amsat.org> <amsat-bb at amsat.org> 
>> <mailto:amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>> *Sent:* Friday, June 9, 2017 12:15 PM
>> *Subject:* Re: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
>>
>> Perhaps worth try http://amsat.org.ar/pass.exe
>>
>> Using wispdde controls Rotor & Dopplers
>>
>> It is the executable of http://amsat.org.ar/pass.htm
>>
>> 73, lu7abf, Pedro
>>
>> On Fri, Jun 9, 2017 at 4:04 PM, Jim Jerzycke <kq6ea at verizon.net 
>> <mailto:kq6ea at verizon.net>> wrote:
>> > Have you selected the tracking function in the software? You click 
>> the "R"
>> > button in the upper left corner of the display screen, and if it 
>> indicates
>> > "R+" it should be able to control the rotors.
>> >
>> >
>> > And don't forget to calibrate them! I use the command line function 
>> ("DOS
>> > Box") to do it, but again, I forget the name of the program I used.
>> >
>> >
>> > Jim
>> >
>> >
>> > On 06/09/2017 06:56 PM, GEO Badger wrote:
>> >>
>> >> Thanks. Been there done that.
>> >>
>> >> I saw that, GS232, under the CX6DD selection. No joy. I opened the 
>> DDE and
>> >> am able to control the rotors remotely so I know the com port is 
>> working,
>> >> but no tracking. Still pushing buttons.  -!8^)
>> >> ---
>> >> Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side.
>> >> GEO
>> >>
>> >> http://www.w3ab.org <http://www.w3ab.org/>
>> >>
>> >> Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
>> >>
>> >>
>> >> 
>> ------------------------------------------------------------------------
>> >> *From:* Jim Jerzycke <kq6ea at verizon.net <mailto:kq6ea at verizon.net>>
>> >> *To:* amsat-bb at amsat.org <mailto:amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>> >> *Sent:* Friday, June 9, 2017 11:41 AM
>> >> *Subject:* Re: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
>> >>
>> >> You won't.
>> >>
>> >>
>> >> IIRC, you select the Yaesu GS-232 protocol, but it's been so long 
>> since
>> >> I set mine up that I don't remember.
>> >>
>> >>
>> >> LVB Tracker pages here: http://www.g6lvb.com/Articles/LVBTracker/
>> >>
>> >>
>> >> 73, Jim  KQ6EA (soon to be KQ0EA in DM70mn!)
>> >>
>> >>
>> >> On 06/09/2017 05:55 PM, GEO Badger via AMSAT-BB wrote:
>> >> > I do not see the LVB tracker option in the WXtrack drop down list in
>> >> > V3.8.44.1060. What am I missing? ---
>> >> > Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side.
>> >> > GEO
>> >> >
>> >> > http://www.w3ab.org <http://www.w3ab.org/><http://www.w3ab.org/>
>> >> >
>> >> > Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.
>> >>
>> >> > _______________________________________________
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>> >> > to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
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From w9gb at icloud.com  Fri Jun  9 20:44:08 2017
From: w9gb at icloud.com (Gregory Beat)
Date: Fri, 09 Jun 2017 15:44:08 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Icom AG-35 preamp transistor
Message-ID: <6F2A285F-F747-4BE8-9682-668683156130@icloud.com>

Earl Andrews, VE3AB in Elliott Lake, Ontario 
has a supply of dual-gate FETs and replacements.
http://www.earlandrews.com/dgmosfets.html

He sells these items (checked before shipment) via Netty Electronics
http://www.nettyelectronics.com/orderinfo.html

greg, w9gb

> Know of a suitable replacement for the 3SK121 in Icom AG-35 UHF preamp ?
> Thanks
>- Paul


From w3ab at yahoo.com  Fri Jun  9 21:06:42 2017
From: w3ab at yahoo.com (GEO Badger)
Date: Fri, 9 Jun 2017 21:06:42 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
References: <327907475.7676916.1497042402083.ref@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <327907475.7676916.1497042402083@mail.yahoo.com>

ISS, other ham birds and the APT's

___
Sent from my two way wrist watch
73 de W3AB/GEO

On Jun 9, 2017, at 13:40, Jim Jerzycke <kq6ea at verizon.net> wrote:
Yep, if the bird is below the horizon, most programs won't track it!
 Glad it's working for you.
 Are you using this for the APT satellites?
 Jim
 
 On 06/09/2017 08:31 PM, GEO Badger wrote: 

   Found an in-view bird and it's tracking. The relays they be clicking. I have no idea what I did. Probably because I didn't have a bird in view.   
    Pedro sent me that Amsat that helps a lot. Now bookmarked   ?   Jim, thanks for your assistance. I may be taking this to Burning Man this year.   ---? 
 Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. ?? 
 GEO ??? 
 
 http://www.w3ab.org 
 
 Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.   
 
  


      From: Jim Jerzycke <kq6ea at verizon.net>
 To: GEO Badger <w3ab at yahoo.com>; Pedro Converso <pconver at gmail.com> 
 Cc: "amsat-bb at amsat.org" <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
 Sent: Friday, June 9, 2017 1:22 PM
 Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software
    
    Oh, D'OH!   
   I thought you were using SatPC32.......   
   Never mind, and sorry for the confusion.....   
   73, Jim 
  
   On 06/09/2017 08:19 PM, GEO Badger wrote: 
  
   Thanks Pedro for that site.   
    I can control the rotors with the dde, but not track from the WXTrack program.   ?   ---? 
 Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. ?? 
 GEO ??? 
 
 http://www.w3ab.org 
 
 Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana.   
 
         From: Pedro Converso <pconver at gmail.com> 
 To: Jim Jerzycke <kq6ea at verizon.net> 
 Cc: GEO Badger <w3ab at yahoo.com>; "amsat-bb at amsat.org" <amsat-bb at amsat.org> 
 Sent: Friday, June 9, 2017 12:15 PM 
 Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software 
   
  Perhaps worth try http://amsat.org.ar/pass.exe 
 
 Using wispdde controls Rotor & Dopplers 
 
 It is the executable of http://amsat.org.ar/pass.htm 
 
 73, lu7abf, Pedro 
 
 On Fri, Jun 9, 2017 at 4:04 PM, Jim Jerzycke < kq6ea at verizon.net> wrote: 
 > Have you selected the tracking function in the software? You click the "R" 
 > button in the upper left corner of the display screen, and if it indicates 
 > "R+" it should be able to control the rotors. 
 > 
 > 
 > And don't forget to calibrate them! I use the command line function ("DOS 
 > Box") to do it, but again, I forget the name of the program I used. 
 > 
 > 
 > Jim 
 > 
 > 
 > On 06/09/2017 06:56 PM, GEO Badger wrote: 
 >> 
 >> Thanks. Been there done that. 
 >> 
 >> I saw that, GS232, under the CX6DD selection. No joy. I opened the DDE and 
 >> am able to control the rotors remotely so I know the com port is working, 
 >> but no tracking. Still pushing buttons.? -!8^) 
 >> --- 
 >> Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. 
 >> GEO 
 >> 
 >> http://www.w3ab.org 
 >> 
 >> Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana. 
 >> 
 >> 
 >> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 
 >> *From:* Jim Jerzycke < kq6ea at verizon.net> 
 >> *To:* amsat-bb at amsat.org 
 >> *Sent:* Friday, June 9, 2017 11:41 AM 
 >> *Subject:* Re: [amsat-bb] Automatic GS Tracking Satellites Software 
 >> 
 >> You won't. 
 >> 
 >> 
 >> IIRC, you select the Yaesu GS-232 protocol, but it's been so long since 
 >> I set mine up that I don't remember. 
 >> 
 >> 
 >> LVB Tracker pages here: http://www.g6lvb.com/Articles/LVBTracker/ 
 >> 
 >> 
 >> 73, Jim? KQ6EA (soon to be KQ0EA in DM70mn!) 
 >> 
 >> 
 >> On 06/09/2017 05:55 PM, GEO Badger via AMSAT-BB wrote: 
 >> > I do not see the LVB tracker option in the WXtrack drop down list in 
 >> > V3.8.44.1060. What am I missing? --- 
 >> > Ciao baby, catch you on the flip side. 
 >> > GEO 
 >> > 
 >> > http://www.w3ab.org < http://www.w3ab.org/> 
 >> > 
 >> > Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana. 
 >> 
 >> > _______________________________________________ 
 >> > Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. <mailto: AMSAT-BB at amsat.org.> AMSAT-NA makes 
 >> > this open forum available 
 >> > to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. 
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From n4csitwo at bellsouth.net  Sat Jun 10 10:32:46 2017
From: n4csitwo at bellsouth.net (n4csitwo at bellsouth.net)
Date: Sat, 10 Jun 2017 06:32:46 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Upcoming ARISS contact with Greater Niagara Frontier
	Council BSA, Buffalo, NY
Message-ID: <260AC6A3CD3E49BBAE37D73C2E9D2F7F@DHJ>

Here are the questions for today's contact with 

Greater Niagara Frontier Council BSA, Buffalo, NY,  telebridge via ON4ISS 
(***)
The ISS callsign is presently scheduled to be  OR4ISS (***)
The scheduled astronaut is Fyodor Yurchikhin RN3FI  (***)
Contact is a go for: Sat 2017-06-10 16:18:48 UTC 88 deg  (***)

Greater Niagara Frontier Council BSA, Buffalo, NY, telebridge via ON4ISS (***)
The ISS callsign is presently scheduled to be OR4ISS (***)
The scheduled astronaut is Fyodor Yurchikhin RN3FI (***)
Contact is a go for: Sat 2017-06-10 16:18:48 UTC 88 deg (***)

Proposed questions generated by the Greater Niagara Frontier Council BSA students:
1. What motivated you to pursue this career? Did you ever imagine being able to go to the ISS?
2. What is the hardest thing about living on the space station?
3. Is there the possibility of expanding the ISS for a more fuel efficient launch site for lunar or Martian missions?
4. What do you miss from Earth that you don't have in space?
5. What is the coolest weather pattern you've seen from the ISS?
6. Can you access the internet in Space?  How are you connected?
7: Recently, an experiment in growing potatoes was launched to the space station that was designed by students from the Buffalo area.  Are you familiar with the experiment? How is that experiment proceeding?
8. What experiment has been the most fun for you and why?
9. What was the most difficult challenge that you had to overcome to become a cosmonaut?
10. Which area of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) do you find most useful as a cosmonaut on the Space Station?
11. What are your daily meals like? (Are the meals from other nations similar or different?) Do you get to trade meals with others?
12. What changes happened in your perspective of Earth when you went so far away?
13. Scott Kelly was onboard the ISS for 340 days, what is the next increment for time in space for Mars travel to be practical?
14. Many of the experiments done on the ISS are for scientists around the world.  Do crew members keep up with the research projects after the specific experiments are done?
15. In February the ISS twitter feed had a photo of a lone ship on the ocean.  Have you ever felt like you were a like that lone ship as you work in on the ISS?
16. Which of the experiments you are doing during your ISS mission do you think will have an impact on my life?
17: I read that astronauts average about 6 hours of sleep a night, with a goal or 8 hours.  Why is it hard to sleep on the space station?
18. What pictures of the Earth have you taken, and what is your favorite?
19. What would you say to young students about a career in science, technology, engineering, or math?
20. Were you ever involved in Scouting?


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From mhz4464 at yahoo.com  Sat Jun 10 10:41:23 2017
From: mhz4464 at yahoo.com (Fer)
Date: Sat, 10 Jun 2017 10:41:23 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] DTUSAT-2
In-Reply-To: <1709201322.4904967.1496832839421@mail.yahoo.com>
References: <1709201322.4904967.1496832839421.ref@mail.yahoo.com>
	<1709201322.4904967.1496832839421@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <145047043.6787959.1497091283423@mail.yahoo.com>

Hi Perry WB8OTH,

just checked Dtusat-2 a minutes ago and seems alive and kicking.
Here a signal screenshot, please consider I have a downconverter 916 MHz IF:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/nxk189p5rgrkgb1/dtusat-2%2006jun17.jpg?dl=0??

and here some of my old decoding:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/oxwl6v8s8li1rwv/dtusat-2%2029may16%20100230%20beacon%20wf%20decoded.jpg?dl=0

https://www.dropbox.com/s/fvyhf2c2udywo5f/dtusat-2%2029may16%20095822%20%20beacon%20wf%20algo_decoded.jpg?dl=0


Hope this can be of any help.
73 Fer IW1DTU


 

    On Wednesday, June 7, 2017 12:31 PM, Perry Yantis <py41 at att.net> wrote:
 

 I was wondering if this satellite is still working?I haven't used my 1269 up or 2401 equipment for years and would like to see if it still works.
?Perry WB8OTH

py41 at att.net
sent from my Apple Macbook Pro
_______________________________________________
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From mhz4464 at yahoo.com  Sat Jun 10 11:51:56 2017
From: mhz4464 at yahoo.com (Fer)
Date: Sat, 10 Jun 2017 11:51:56 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] DTUSAT-2
In-Reply-To: <84366974.8020848.1497092048200@mail.yahoo.com>
References: <1709201322.4904967.1496832839421.ref@mail.yahoo.com>
	<1709201322.4904967.1496832839421@mail.yahoo.com>
	<145047043.6787959.1497091283423@mail.yahoo.com>
	<84366974.8020848.1497092048200@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <1618165055.6810713.1497095517001@mail.yahoo.com>

If you look at my screenshot you can see I was receiving on 1485.966+ 916 IF downconverter=2401.97 MHz, consider than doppler shift and downconverter error and you are around the nominal frequency of 2401.843 Mhz.?The others screenshot with telemetry analysis where coming from cw beacon signal.
Mission is ended but you can find cw telemetry beacon decoder algorithm here:http://www.ne.jp/asahi/hamradio/je9pel/dtusat_1.htm

Have fun with DTUsat-2Fer IW1DTU? 

    On Saturday, June 10, 2017 10:58 AM, Perry Yantis <py41 at att.net> wrote:
 

 Thanks for the information.I have uplink at 1268.900, downlink at 2401.835, and beacon at 2401.843.I have listened up and down the frequency and have not heard anything.I may have a problem with the?down converters but no way to test that.That is why I have listened for it.I see on one of the pictures you sent that you were listening to 2401.858.I will try again today around noon when I have an overhead pass.Also I do not have the decoding program that you have so I was wondering what you are hearing, I am guessing a data signal???
?Perry WB8OTH

py41 at att.net
sent from my Apple Macbook Pro 

    On Saturday, June 10, 2017 6:41 AM, Fer <mhz4464 at yahoo.com> wrote:
 

 Hi Perry WB8OTH,

just checked Dtusat-2 a minutes ago and seems alive and kicking.
Here a signal screenshot, please consider I have a downconverter 916 MHz IF:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/nxk189p5rgrkgb1/dtusat-2%2006jun17.jpg?dl=0??

and here some of my old decoding:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/oxwl6v8s8li1rwv/dtusat-2%2029may16%20100230%20beacon%20wf%20decoded.jpg?dl=0

https://www.dropbox.com/s/fvyhf2c2udywo5f/dtusat-2%2029may16%20095822%20%20beacon%20wf%20algo_decoded.jpg?dl=0


Hope this can be of any help.
73 Fer IW1DTU


 

    On Wednesday, June 7, 2017 12:31 PM, Perry Yantis <py41 at att.net> wrote:
 

 I was wondering if this satellite is still working?I haven't used my 1269 up or 2401 equipment for years and would like to see if it still works.
?Perry WB8OTH

py41 at att.net
sent from my Apple Macbook Pro
_______________________________________________
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are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA.
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From matthew at mrstevens.net  Sat Jun 10 13:33:59 2017
From: matthew at mrstevens.net (Matthew Stevens)
Date: Sat, 10 Jun 2017 09:33:59 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] IC-821H problems
Message-ID: <EC333CCF-0915-45AC-B856-267B364475B6@mrstevens.net>

I'm having a strange issue with my 821. Periodically I lose all sensitivity, which I've particularly noticed on 2m SSB. I can attach and detach an antenna with no change in the noise level, and can't hear anything in the receiver (like the XW-2* beacons, or the AO-73 telemetry). Resetting the radio seems to fix it.

It doesn't appear to be affecting 70cm, although I haven't had much chance to test that (there's not always a mode j sat up at the same time as a mode b one, and when it happens I'm normally just trying to reset the radio as fast as I can do I can operate the pass). Has anyone experienced anything like this before?

73,

- Matthew kk4fem

Sent from my iPhone

From ruthwillet at att.net  Sat Jun 10 14:36:51 2017
From: ruthwillet at att.net (Ruth)
Date: Sat, 10 Jun 2017 10:36:51 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] LOTW
Message-ID: <23E36681-148A-408A-825C-255B73B1278B@att.net>

Hi all,

I have finally been able to get my satellite logs from the last month and a half or so computer logged and uploaded to LOTW. If you think you have worked me at some point but don?t have a confirmation in LOTW, please let me know and I?ll look into it!

73,
Ruth
KM4LAO

From rsoifer1 at aol.com  Sat Jun 10 19:21:35 2017
From: rsoifer1 at aol.com (rsoifer1 at aol.com)
Date: Sat, 10 Jun 2017 15:21:35 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
Message-ID: <15c93745cbf-6a42-3cc0@webprd-m73.mail.aol.com>

Mode A has always been weaker than Mode B, but with a decent 10-meter antenna it is quite usable.  Many operators access Mode B with a 2-meter beam of some sort, then try to hear Mode A with a dipole or ground-mounted vertical , then complain that they cannot hear it.


There is no substitute for a good 10-meter beam.  A tri-bander usually works too, but check the tuning to see that the SWR isn't too high at 29.5 MHz.  If it is, you may have to re-tune it or even shorten the elements slightly.  If you absolutely cannot put up a beam, your second choice can be a 10-meter ground plane, elevated so it is mounted in the clear.  It has no forward gain of course, but it will give you a low radiation angle, which will help in hearing AO-7 when it is at low elevation which it is most of the time.



With Field Day coming up, a little attention now to your 10-meter antenna will show up in your results later.


73 Ray W2RS

From af5cc2 at gmail.com  Sat Jun 10 19:29:14 2017
From: af5cc2 at gmail.com (John Geiger)
Date: Sat, 10 Jun 2017 19:29:14 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
In-Reply-To: <15c93745cbf-6a42-3cc0@webprd-m73.mail.aol.com>
References: <15c93745cbf-6a42-3cc0@webprd-m73.mail.aol.com>
Message-ID: <CAHC1P2-SRwNKwGAZZWSmu6qJcN2BLP1d7orRuA9z1t_vKkWejA@mail.gmail.com>

A good 10 meter antenna for the size and price is the MFJ 1890 2 element
Moxon Yagi.  It costs less than $100, and the longest element is about 12
feet long, and easy to turn with a TV rotor.  A couple of years ago I
worked 103 countries on 10 meters during the weekend of the CQWW contest,
and that was with the antenna at 16 feet high and blocked to the north by a
part of my house with steel siding on it. Probably not a worse place to put
an antenna, but it worked!

73 John AF5CC

On Sat, Jun 10, 2017 at 7:21 PM, rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB <
amsat-bb at amsat.org> wrote:

> Mode A has always been weaker than Mode B, but with a decent 10-meter
> antenna it is quite usable.  Many operators access Mode B with a 2-meter
> beam of some sort, then try to hear Mode A with a dipole or ground-mounted
> vertical , then complain that they cannot hear it.
>
>
> There is no substitute for a good 10-meter beam.  A tri-bander usually
> works too, but check the tuning to see that the SWR isn't too high at 29.5
> MHz.  If it is, you may have to re-tune it or even shorten the elements
> slightly.  If you absolutely cannot put up a beam, your second choice can
> be a 10-meter ground plane, elevated so it is mounted in the clear.  It has
> no forward gain of course, but it will give you a low radiation angle,
> which will help in hearing AO-7 when it is at low elevation which it is
> most of the time.
>
>
>
> With Field Day coming up, a little attention now to your 10-meter antenna
> will show up in your results later.
>
>
> 73 Ray W2RS
> _______________________________________________
> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions
> expressed
> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
> AMSAT-NA.
> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
> Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
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From gzook at yahoo.com  Sat Jun 10 19:41:43 2017
From: gzook at yahoo.com (Glen Zook)
Date: Sat, 10 Jun 2017 19:41:43 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
In-Reply-To: <15c93745cbf-6a42-3cc0@webprd-m73.mail.aol.com>
References: <15c93745cbf-6a42-3cc0@webprd-m73.mail.aol.com>
Message-ID: <1871932588.8271073.1497123703512@mail.yahoo.com>

In the "goode olde dayes", when AO-7 was new (and also Oscar VI), I used to use a 2-element 10-meter beam mounted below a 7-element 2-meter Yagi elevated about 45-degrees. ?Later, added a 70 cm beam with the 2-meter beam on an az-el mount with a TV rotor for the elevation.??Glen, K9STH?Amsat 239 / LM 463Website: http://k9sth.net

      From: rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
 To: amsat-bb at amsat.org 
 Sent: Saturday, June 10, 2017 2:22 PM
 Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
   
Mode A has always been weaker than Mode B, but with a decent 10-meter antenna it is quite usable.? Many operators access Mode B with a 2-meter beam of some sort, then try to hear Mode A with a dipole or ground-mounted vertical , then complain that they cannot hear it.


There is no substitute for a good 10-meter beam.? A tri-bander usually works too, but check the tuning to see that the SWR isn't too high at 29.5 MHz.? If it is, you may have to re-tune it or even shorten the elements slightly.? If you absolutely cannot put up a beam, your second choice can be a 10-meter ground plane, elevated so it is mounted in the clear.? It has no forward gain of course, but it will give you a low radiation angle, which will help in hearing AO-7 when it is at low elevation which it is most of the time.



With Field Day coming up, a little attention now to your 10-meter antenna will show up in your results later.



   

From rsoifer1 at aol.com  Sat Jun 10 20:04:29 2017
From: rsoifer1 at aol.com (rsoifer1 at aol.com)
Date: Sat, 10 Jun 2017 16:04:29 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
In-Reply-To: <1871932588.8271073.1497123703512@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <15c939ba3a1-6a42-3dae@webprd-m73.mail.aol.com>

Hi Glen,


I remember working you with that set-up.


73 Ray W2RS



-----Original Message-----
From: Glen Zook <gzook at yahoo.com>
To: rsoifer1 <rsoifer1 at aol.com>; amsat-bb <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
Sent: Sat, Jun 10, 2017 12:41 pm
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A



In the "goode olde dayes", when AO-7 was new (and also Oscar VI), I used to use a 2-element 10-meter beam mounted below a 7-element 2-meter Yagi elevated about 45-degrees.  Later, added a 70 cm beam with the 2-meter beam on an az-el mount with a TV rotor for the elevation. 

 
Glen, K9STH 
Amsat 239 / LM 463
Website:  http://k9sth.net



  
 
 
  
 From: rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
 To: amsat-bb at amsat.org 
 Sent: Saturday, June 10, 2017 2:22 PM
 Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
  
 


Mode A has always been weaker than Mode B, but with a decent 10-meter antenna it is quite usable.  Many operators access Mode B with a 2-meter beam of some sort, then try to hear Mode A with a dipole or ground-mounted vertical , then complain that they cannot hear it.





There is no substitute for a good 10-meter beam.  A tri-bander usually works too, but check the tuning to see that the SWR isn't too high at 29.5 MHz.  If it is, you may have to re-tune it or even shorten the elements slightly.  If you absolutely cannot put up a beam, your second choice can be a 10-meter ground plane, elevated so it is mounted in the clear.  It has no forward gain of course, but it will give you a low radiation angle, which will help in hearing AO-7 when it is at low elevation which it is most of the time.







With Field Day coming up, a little attention now to your 10-meter antenna will show up in your results later.







 
 
  



From nss at mwt.net  Sat Jun 10 20:09:41 2017
From: nss at mwt.net (Joe)
Date: Sat, 10 Jun 2017 15:09:41 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
In-Reply-To: <15c939ba3a1-6a42-3dae@webprd-m73.mail.aol.com>
References: <15c939ba3a1-6a42-3dae@webprd-m73.mail.aol.com>
Message-ID: <ee63eba0-55d7-4b17-03a8-8fc8c0401497@mwt.net>

How does it compare now to back then signal strength wise?
Joe WB9SBD
Sig
The Original Rolling Ball Clock
Idle Tyme
Idle-Tyme.com
http://www.idle-tyme.com
On 6/10/2017 3:04 PM, rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB wrote:
> Hi Glen,
>
>
> I remember working you with that set-up.
>
>
> 73 Ray W2RS
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Glen Zook <gzook at yahoo.com>
> To: rsoifer1 <rsoifer1 at aol.com>; amsat-bb <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
> Sent: Sat, Jun 10, 2017 12:41 pm
> Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
>
>
>
> In the "goode olde dayes", when AO-7 was new (and also Oscar VI), I used to use a 2-element 10-meter beam mounted below a 7-element 2-meter Yagi elevated about 45-degrees.  Later, added a 70 cm beam with the 2-meter beam on an az-el mount with a TV rotor for the elevation.
>
>   
> Glen, K9STH
> Amsat 239 / LM 463
> Website:  http://k9sth.net
>
>
>
>    
>   
>   
>    
>   From: rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>   To: amsat-bb at amsat.org
>   Sent: Saturday, June 10, 2017 2:22 PM
>   Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
>    
>   
>
>
> Mode A has always been weaker than Mode B, but with a decent 10-meter antenna it is quite usable.  Many operators access Mode B with a 2-meter beam of some sort, then try to hear Mode A with a dipole or ground-mounted vertical , then complain that they cannot hear it.
>
>
>
>
>
> There is no substitute for a good 10-meter beam.  A tri-bander usually works too, but check the tuning to see that the SWR isn't too high at 29.5 MHz.  If it is, you may have to re-tune it or even shorten the elements slightly.  If you absolutely cannot put up a beam, your second choice can be a 10-meter ground plane, elevated so it is mounted in the clear.  It has no forward gain of course, but it will give you a low radiation angle, which will help in hearing AO-7 when it is at low elevation which it is most of the time.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> With Field Day coming up, a little attention now to your 10-meter antenna will show up in your results later.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>   
>   
>    
>
>
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From gzook at yahoo.com  Sat Jun 10 22:15:49 2017
From: gzook at yahoo.com (Glen Zook)
Date: Sat, 10 Jun 2017 22:15:49 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
In-Reply-To: <ee63eba0-55d7-4b17-03a8-8fc8c0401497@mwt.net>
References: <15c939ba3a1-6a42-3dae@webprd-m73.mail.aol.com>
	<ee63eba0-55d7-4b17-03a8-8fc8c0401497@mwt.net>
Message-ID: <1465907899.8295800.1497132949386@mail.yahoo.com>

I haven't tried AO-7 for quite a while. ?Therefore, I cannot give a real comparison.

?Glen, K9STH?
Amsat 239 / LM-463
Website: http://k9sth.net

      From: Joe <nss at mwt.net>
 To: rsoifer1 at aol.com; gzook at yahoo.com; amsat-bb at amsat.org 
 Sent: Saturday, June 10, 2017 3:09 PM
 Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
   
 How does it compare now to back then signal strength wise?
   

From rsoifer1 at aol.com  Sat Jun 10 23:02:31 2017
From: rsoifer1 at aol.com (rsoifer1 at aol.com)
Date: Sat, 10 Jun 2017 19:02:31 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
In-Reply-To: <ee63eba0-55d7-4b17-03a8-8fc8c0401497@mwt.net>
Message-ID: <15c943e9f71-5dcf-419e@webprd-m45.mail.aol.com>

It's about an S-unit weaker.


73 Ray W2RS


-----Original Message-----
From: Joe <nss at mwt.net>
Ts o: rsoifer1 <rsoifer1 at aol.com>; gzook <gzook at yahoo.com>; amsat-bb <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
Sent: Sat, Jun 10, 2017 1:09 pm
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A


    How does it compare now to        back then signal strength wise?
        Joe WB9SBD
          
                  
          The Original Rolling            Ball Clock
          Idle Tyme
          Idle-Tyme.com
          http://www.idle-tyme.com
    
    
On 6/10/2017 3:04 PM, rsoifer1--- via      AMSAT-BB wrote:
    
    
      
Hi Glen,


I remember working you with that set-up.


73 Ray W2RS



-----Original Message-----
From: Glen Zook <gzook at yahoo.com>
To: rsoifer1 <rsoifer1 at aol.com>; amsat-bb <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
Sent: Sat, Jun 10, 2017 12:41 pm
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A



In the "goode olde dayes", when AO-7 was new (and also Oscar VI), I used to use a 2-element 10-meter beam mounted below a 7-element 2-meter Yagi elevated about 45-degrees.  Later, added a 70 cm beam with the 2-meter beam on an az-el mount with a TV rotor for the elevation. 

 
Glen, K9STH 
Amsat 239 / LM 463
Website:  http://k9sth.net



  
 
 
  
 From: rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
 To: amsat-bb at amsat.org 
 Sent: Saturday, June 10, 2017 2:22 PM
 Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
  
 


Mode A has always been weaker than Mode B, but with a decent 10-meter antenna it is quite usable.  Many operators access Mode B with a 2-meter beam of some sort, then try to hear Mode A with a dipole or ground-mounted vertical , then complain that they cannot hear it.





There is no substitute for a good 10-meter beam.  A tri-bander usually works too, but check the tuning to see that the SWR isn't too high at 29.5 MHz.  If it is, you may have to re-tune it or even shorten the elements slightly.  If you absolutely cannot put up a beam, your second choice can be a 10-meter ground plane, elevated so it is mounted in the clear.  It has no forward gain of course, but it will give you a low radiation angle, which will help in hearing AO-7 when it is at low elevation which it is most of the time.







With Field Day coming up, a little attention now to your 10-meter antenna will show up in your results later.







 
 
  


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From nss at mwt.net  Sat Jun 10 23:26:38 2017
From: nss at mwt.net (Joe)
Date: Sat, 10 Jun 2017 18:26:38 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
In-Reply-To: <15c943e9f71-5dcf-419e@webprd-m45.mail.aol.com>
References: <15c943e9f71-5dcf-419e@webprd-m45.mail.aol.com>
Message-ID: <f4911a0c-b2b1-af34-53c0-280b6a4fb8e4@mwt.net>

I just played with it some when the Mode "A" was predictable a few 
months ago. And from what I remember in like 1976 it seemed a LOT 
stronger back then. Nothing special a 10 meter dipole and Drake TR-4 for 
the receiver back then.

Joe WB9SBD
Sig
The Original Rolling Ball Clock
Idle Tyme
Idle-Tyme.com
http://www.idle-tyme.com
On 6/10/2017 6:02 PM, rsoifer1 at aol.com wrote:
> It's about an S-unit weaker.
>
> 73 Ray W2RS
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Joe <nss at mwt.net>
> Ts o: rsoifer1 <rsoifer1 at aol.com>; gzook <gzook at yahoo.com>; amsat-bb 
> <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
> Sent: Sat, Jun 10, 2017 1:09 pm
> Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
>
> How does it compare now to back then signal strength wise?
> Joe WB9SBD
>
> The Original Rolling Ball Clock
> Idle Tyme
> Idle-Tyme.com
> http://www.idle-tyme.com
> On 6/10/2017 3:04 PM, rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB wrote:
>
>     Hi Glen,
>
>
>     I remember working you with that set-up.
>
>
>     73 Ray W2RS
>
>
>
>     -----Original Message-----
>     From: Glen Zook<gzook at yahoo.com> <mailto:gzook at yahoo.com>
>     To: rsoifer1<rsoifer1 at aol.com> <mailto:rsoifer1 at aol.com>; amsat-bb<amsat-bb at amsat.org> <mailto:amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>     Sent: Sat, Jun 10, 2017 12:41 pm
>     Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
>
>
>
>     In the "goode olde dayes", when AO-7 was new (and also Oscar VI), I used to use a 2-element 10-meter beam mounted below a 7-element 2-meter Yagi elevated about 45-degrees.  Later, added a 70 cm beam with the 2-meter beam on an az-el mount with a TV rotor for the elevation.
>
>       
>     Glen, K9STH
>     Amsat 239 / LM 463
>     Website:http://k9sth.net
>
>
>
>        
>       
>       
>        
>       From: rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB<amsat-bb at amsat.org> <mailto:amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>       To:amsat-bb at amsat.org <mailto:amsat-bb at amsat.org>  
>       Sent: Saturday, June 10, 2017 2:22 PM
>       Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
>        
>       
>
>
>     Mode A has always been weaker than Mode B, but with a decent 10-meter antenna it is quite usable.  Many operators access Mode B with a 2-meter beam of some sort, then try to hear Mode A with a dipole or ground-mounted vertical , then complain that they cannot hear it.
>
>
>
>
>
>     There is no substitute for a good 10-meter beam.  A tri-bander usually works too, but check the tuning to see that the SWR isn't too high at 29.5 MHz.  If it is, you may have to re-tune it or even shorten the elements slightly.  If you absolutely cannot put up a beam, your second choice can be a 10-meter ground plane, elevated so it is mounted in the clear.  It has no forward gain of course, but it will give you a low radiation angle, which will help in hearing AO-7 when it is at low elevation which it is most of the time.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>     With Field Day coming up, a little attention now to your 10-meter antenna will show up in your results later.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>       
>       
>        
>
>
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From af5cc2 at gmail.com  Sat Jun 10 23:30:19 2017
From: af5cc2 at gmail.com (John Geiger)
Date: Sat, 10 Jun 2017 23:30:19 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
In-Reply-To: <f4911a0c-b2b1-af34-53c0-280b6a4fb8e4@mwt.net>
References: <15c943e9f71-5dcf-419e@webprd-m45.mail.aol.com>
	<f4911a0c-b2b1-af34-53c0-280b6a4fb8e4@mwt.net>
Message-ID: <CAHC1P29Kw477KwWH=G+eCEeKMUxH9449Wma9_dN64FD1gE6pDg@mail.gmail.com>

The noise floor was probably a lot less back then, no switching wall-warts
on every device.

73 John AF5CC

On Sat, Jun 10, 2017 at 11:26 PM, Joe <nss at mwt.net> wrote:

> I just played with it some when the Mode "A" was predictable a few months
> ago. And from what I remember in like 1976 it seemed a LOT stronger back
> then. Nothing special a 10 meter dipole and Drake TR-4 for the receiver
> back then.
>
> Joe WB9SBD
> Sig
> The Original Rolling Ball Clock
> Idle Tyme
> Idle-Tyme.com
> http://www.idle-tyme.com
> On 6/10/2017 6:02 PM, rsoifer1 at aol.com wrote:
>
>> It's about an S-unit weaker.
>>
>> 73 Ray W2RS
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Joe <nss at mwt.net>
>> Ts o: rsoifer1 <rsoifer1 at aol.com>; gzook <gzook at yahoo.com>; amsat-bb <
>> amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>> Sent: Sat, Jun 10, 2017 1:09 pm
>> Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
>>
>> How does it compare now to back then signal strength wise?
>> Joe WB9SBD
>>
>> The Original Rolling Ball Clock
>> Idle Tyme
>> Idle-Tyme.com
>> http://www.idle-tyme.com
>> On 6/10/2017 3:04 PM, rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB wrote:
>>
>>     Hi Glen,
>>
>>
>>     I remember working you with that set-up.
>>
>>
>>     73 Ray W2RS
>>
>>
>>
>>     -----Original Message-----
>>     From: Glen Zook<gzook at yahoo.com> <mailto:gzook at yahoo.com>
>>     To: rsoifer1<rsoifer1 at aol.com> <mailto:rsoifer1 at aol.com>; amsat-bb<
>> amsat-bb at amsat.org> <mailto:amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>>     Sent: Sat, Jun 10, 2017 12:41 pm
>>     Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
>>
>>
>>
>>     In the "goode olde dayes", when AO-7 was new (and also Oscar VI), I
>> used to use a 2-element 10-meter beam mounted below a 7-element 2-meter
>> Yagi elevated about 45-degrees.  Later, added a 70 cm beam with the 2-meter
>> beam on an az-el mount with a TV rotor for the elevation.
>>
>>           Glen, K9STH
>>     Amsat 239 / LM 463
>>     Website:http://k9sth.net
>>
>>
>>
>>                                 From: rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB<
>> amsat-bb at amsat.org> <mailto:amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>>       To:amsat-bb at amsat.org <mailto:amsat-bb at amsat.org>        Sent:
>> Saturday, June 10, 2017 2:22 PM
>>       Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
>>
>>
>>     Mode A has always been weaker than Mode B, but with a decent 10-meter
>> antenna it is quite usable.  Many operators access Mode B with a 2-meter
>> beam of some sort, then try to hear Mode A with a dipole or ground-mounted
>> vertical , then complain that they cannot hear it.
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>     There is no substitute for a good 10-meter beam.  A tri-bander
>> usually works too, but check the tuning to see that the SWR isn't too high
>> at 29.5 MHz.  If it is, you may have to re-tune it or even shorten the
>> elements slightly.  If you absolutely cannot put up a beam, your second
>> choice can be a 10-meter ground plane, elevated so it is mounted in the
>> clear.  It has no forward gain of course, but it will give you a low
>> radiation angle, which will help in hearing AO-7 when it is at low
>> elevation which it is most of the time.
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>     With Field Day coming up, a little attention now to your 10-meter
>> antenna will show up in your results later.
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
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From nss at mwt.net  Sat Jun 10 23:32:46 2017
From: nss at mwt.net (Joe)
Date: Sat, 10 Jun 2017 18:32:46 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
In-Reply-To: <CAHC1P29Kw477KwWH=G+eCEeKMUxH9449Wma9_dN64FD1gE6pDg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <15c943e9f71-5dcf-419e@webprd-m45.mail.aol.com>
	<f4911a0c-b2b1-af34-53c0-280b6a4fb8e4@mwt.net>
	<CAHC1P29Kw477KwWH=G+eCEeKMUxH9449Wma9_dN64FD1gE6pDg@mail.gmail.com>
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True! even tho I'm in a good spot here, if there is noise it is because 
I'm making it.
Closest neighbor that is here year round is like 1/2 a mile away, rest 
are vacation homes even further away.

Joe WB9SBD
Sig
The Original Rolling Ball Clock
Idle Tyme
Idle-Tyme.com
http://www.idle-tyme.com
On 6/10/2017 6:30 PM, John Geiger wrote:
> The noise floor was probably a lot less back then, no switching 
> wall-warts on every device.
>
> 73 John AF5CC
>
> On Sat, Jun 10, 2017 at 11:26 PM, Joe <nss at mwt.net 
> <mailto:nss at mwt.net>> wrote:
>
>     I just played with it some when the Mode "A" was predictable a few
>     months ago. And from what I remember in like 1976 it seemed a LOT
>     stronger back then. Nothing special a 10 meter dipole and Drake
>     TR-4 for the receiver back then.
>
>     Joe WB9SBD
>     Sig
>     The Original Rolling Ball Clock
>     Idle Tyme
>     Idle-Tyme.com
>     http://www.idle-tyme.com
>     On 6/10/2017 6:02 PM, rsoifer1 at aol.com <mailto:rsoifer1 at aol.com>
>     wrote:
>
>         It's about an S-unit weaker.
>
>         73 Ray W2RS
>
>         -----Original Message-----
>         From: Joe <nss at mwt.net <mailto:nss at mwt.net>>
>         Ts o: rsoifer1 <rsoifer1 at aol.com <mailto:rsoifer1 at aol.com>>;
>         gzook <gzook at yahoo.com <mailto:gzook at yahoo.com>>; amsat-bb
>         <amsat-bb at amsat.org <mailto:amsat-bb at amsat.org>>
>         Sent: Sat, Jun 10, 2017 1:09 pm
>         Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
>
>         How does it compare now to back then signal strength wise?
>         Joe WB9SBD
>
>         The Original Rolling Ball Clock
>         Idle Tyme
>         Idle-Tyme.com
>         http://www.idle-tyme.com
>         On 6/10/2017 3:04 PM, rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB wrote:
>
>             Hi Glen,
>
>
>             I remember working you with that set-up.
>
>
>             73 Ray W2RS
>
>
>
>             -----Original Message-----
>             From: Glen Zook<gzook at yahoo.com <mailto:gzook at yahoo.com>>
>         <mailto:gzook at yahoo.com <mailto:gzook at yahoo.com>>
>             To: rsoifer1<rsoifer1 at aol.com <mailto:rsoifer1 at aol.com>>
>         <mailto:rsoifer1 at aol.com <mailto:rsoifer1 at aol.com>>;
>         amsat-bb<amsat-bb at amsat.org <mailto:amsat-bb at amsat.org>>
>         <mailto:amsat-bb at amsat.org <mailto:amsat-bb at amsat.org>>
>             Sent: Sat, Jun 10, 2017 12:41 pm
>             Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
>
>
>
>             In the "goode olde dayes", when AO-7 was new (and also
>         Oscar VI), I used to use a 2-element 10-meter beam mounted
>         below a 7-element 2-meter Yagi elevated about 45-degrees.
>         Later, added a 70 cm beam with the 2-meter beam on an az-el
>         mount with a TV rotor for the elevation.
>
>                   Glen, K9STH
>             Amsat 239 / LM 463
>             Website:http://k9sth.net
>
>
>
>                                         From: rsoifer1--- via
>         AMSAT-BB<amsat-bb at amsat.org <mailto:amsat-bb at amsat.org>>
>         <mailto:amsat-bb at amsat.org <mailto:amsat-bb at amsat.org>>
>         To:amsat-bb at amsat.org <mailto:To%3Aamsat-bb at amsat.org>
>         <mailto:amsat-bb at amsat.org <mailto:amsat-bb at amsat.org>>      
>         Sent: Saturday, June 10, 2017 2:22 PM
>               Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
>
>
>             Mode A has always been weaker than Mode B, but with a
>         decent 10-meter antenna it is quite usable.  Many operators
>         access Mode B with a 2-meter beam of some sort, then try to
>         hear Mode A with a dipole or ground-mounted vertical , then
>         complain that they cannot hear it.
>
>
>
>
>
>             There is no substitute for a good 10-meter beam.  A
>         tri-bander usually works too, but check the tuning to see that
>         the SWR isn't too high at 29.5 MHz.  If it is, you may have to
>         re-tune it or even shorten the elements slightly.  If you
>         absolutely cannot put up a beam, your second choice can be a
>         10-meter ground plane, elevated so it is mounted in the
>         clear.  It has no forward gain of course, but it will give you
>         a low radiation angle, which will help in hearing AO-7 when it
>         is at low elevation which it is most of the time.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>             With Field Day coming up, a little attention now to your
>         10-meter antenna will show up in your results later.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>             _______________________________________________
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>         <mailto:AMSAT-BB at amsat.org <mailto:AMSAT-BB at amsat.org>>.
>         AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
>             to all interested persons worldwide without requiring
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>         official views of AMSAT-NA.
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>
>
>
>
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From johnki4ro at gmail.com  Sat Jun 10 21:21:36 2017
From: johnki4ro at gmail.com (John KI4RO)
Date: Sat, 10 Jun 2017 17:21:36 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] LOTW
Message-ID: <CA+-NL409OCgnD6766pidjemyL3_Mb=PUU2a-dRHiYRNbo7Y6Kg@mail.gmail.com>

Hello Ruth,
     Both of mine came through fb.  Thanks for EM93!

73
John KI4RO




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From jefforybroughton at gmail.com  Sun Jun 11 01:24:21 2017
From: jefforybroughton at gmail.com (jeffory broughton)
Date: Sat, 10 Jun 2017 21:24:21 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] A07 MODE A
In-Reply-To: <CACm2je0f6cEnYrVPCrGk0vu9p6gC2_uRO+wVrbRnzG9c5JedLw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CACm2je3vgsnz0yCqGqRo8b9cWYfpcaBqq5HvpZzGaoozfKGv3A@mail.gmail.com>
	<CACm2je105uvu+1cAMgP+8bEdP5s07T+j9mZ=zfTTkVdan03U_w@mail.gmail.com>
	<CACm2je018Dzhm8s+FBWK5gpptmhZDRtAnVuaQ8jRUxRskSgu_A@mail.gmail.com>
	<CACm2je0wEX7B16uuuZ+5sRAXXdmyWs3JPc8fnuCAQwpVcRuGvw@mail.gmail.com>
	<CACm2je0f6cEnYrVPCrGk0vu9p6gC2_uRO+wVrbRnzG9c5JedLw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CACm2je0WkdOxEOBJcBqRJOvc=NaA8M=bVrZjHzSwEn473nz3cA@mail.gmail.com>

I work A07 MODE A regularly.I use a he beam to hear it on low pass or at
the horizion.When it is above 20-30 degreed the low angle of the beam gives
out.Then I switch over to my 43 ft vertical with remote tuner ,because on
10 m it has an extremely HIGH angle of radiation .I hear my downing at S6
or greater  regularly !Just as with any downlink antenna,it has to look at
the bird !

jeff broughton

From wao at vfr.net  Sun Jun 11 02:32:42 2017
From: wao at vfr.net (Joe Spier)
Date: Sat, 10 Jun 2017 19:32:42 -0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] ANS-162 AMSAT News Service Weekly Bulletins
Message-ID: <d49ec3e5-21e7-7e4b-632b-3fbecf9458bd@vfr.net>

AMSAT NEWS SERVICE
ANS-162
The AMSAT News Service bulletins are a free, weekly news and infor-
mation service of AMSAT North America, The Radio Amateur Satellite
Corporation. ANS publishes news related to Amateur Radio in Space
including reports on the activities of a worldwide group of Amateur
Radio operators who share an active interest in designing, building,
launching and communicating through analog and digital Amateur Radio
satellites.

The news feed on http://www.amsat.org publishes news of Amateur
Radio in Space as soon as our volunteers can post it.

Please send any amateur satellite news or reports to:
ans-editor at amsat.org.

In this edition:

* ITF-2 is now Tsukuba-OSCAR 89 (TO-89)
* AMSAT Strategic Planning Member Poll
* May/June Issue of The AMSAT Journal Sent to Printer
* May/June 2017 Edition of Apogee View Posted on AMSAT.org
* AMSAT Member is Author of July 2017 "This Month in QST" Free Article
* 2017 AMSAT-NA Board of Directors Nominations Notice
* DXCC Needs List for Satellites
* AMSAT Events

SB SAT @ AMSAT $ANS-162.01
ANS-162 AMSAT News Service Weekly Bulletins

AMSAT News Service Bulletin 162.01
 >From AMSAT HQ KENSINGTON, MD.
DATE June 11, 2017
To All RADIO AMATEURS
BID: $ANS-162.01


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ITF-2 is now Tsukuba-OSCAR 89 (TO-89)


In accordance with your request sent to the AMSAT-NA Board
of Directors for an OSCAR number for ITF-2,  and evidence that
all of the conditions for an OSCAR number have been met, I hereby
by the authority vested in me by the AMSAT-NA President, do
convey on ITF-2 the designation Tsukuba-OSCAR 89  or TO-89.

Along with the rest of the Amateur Radio satellite community,
I see that TO-89 has been meeting its objectives since its deployment
from ISS  and trust that it will continue to do so for the remainder
of its mission.

I wish you and your group at the University of Tsukuba YUT Satellite
Project Team the best of luck in this and future endeavors to keep
Amateur Radio in space.

73,
William A. (Bill) Tynan, W3XO
OSCAR Number Administrator


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AMSAT Strategic Planning Member Poll


A key part of the strategic planning process, as President Barry
Baines explains in his article (http://www.amsat.org/?p=6058), is
?member engagement.? The reason is that, in a non-profit membership
organization like AMSAT, the members quite simply are the lifeblood,
the key stakeholders, or what a commercial enterprise would call
?customers.?

Member engagement can take many forms. In the strategic planning
process, however, member engagement means helping AMSAT figure out how
and where to find new and realistic opportunities to move the
organization forward. To that end, AMSAT is asking for your help by
?engaging? the AMSAT leadership with YOUR desires, needs and vision
about the future direction of AMSAT by providing your best answers to
the five questions below:

1.       What are 3-5 new products, services or activities that AMSAT
should START offering or doing (in order of priority, 1 being
highest)?

2.       What 3-5 current offerings or activities should AMSAT STOP
offering or doing (in order of priority, 1 being highest)?

3.       What are the top 3 ways that you would prefer AMSAT to
communicate with you as a member (in order of priority) [e.g., email,
social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, other), website, text, HF
radio nets, etc.]?

4.       If you were going to recruit another amateur radio operator
as an AMSAT member, what pitch do you think would be most successful
in making that ham want to join?

5.       From your perspective, what would AMSAT ideally look like in
3 years? What would it be doing? What products and services would it
offer?

We will share your answers with the AMSAT Board of Directors and
members of the strategic planning team.

PLEASE EMAIL RESPONSES TO:
journal at amsat.org
SUBJECT: Reader Poll


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May/June Issue of The AMSAT Journal Sent to Printer


The May/June 2017 issue of The AMSAT Journal has been sent to the
printer and should begin arriving in members? mailboxes shortly.

In this issue:

*AMSAT Announcement

*Apogee View
Barry Baines, WD4ASW

*AMSAT Strategic Planning Update
Barry Baines, WD4ASW
Keith Baker, KB1SF/VA3KSF
Clayton Coleman, W5PFG
Paul Stoetzer, N8HM
Jerry Buxton, N0JY

*AMSAT Journal Strategic Planning Poll

*Hamvention 2017
Joe Kornowski, KB6IGK

*Setting the ISS UHF Distance Record
Jerry L. Rogers, W8LR

*Going Portable with the Amateur Radio Satellites
Keith Baker, KB1SF/VA3KSF

*AMSAT Goes to the Moon with the Cube Quest Challenge
Howie DeFelice, AB2S


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May/June 2017 Edition of Apogee View Posted on AMSAT.org


The May/June 2017 edition of Apogee View, a comprehensive
bimonthly update of AMSAT's activities written by AMSAT
President Barry Baines, WD4ASW, is now available on the AMSAT
website at
http://www.amsat.org/?page_id=5850

Topics covered in this edition include:
-Hamvention
-Board of Directors Election & Leadership Changes


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AMSAT Member is Author of July 2017 "This Month in QST" Free Article


AMSAT member Gabriel Zeifman, NJ7H/VE6NJH, is the author of the ARRL's
"This Month in QST" Free Article for July 2017. The article,
"Satellite Roving in the Northwest Territories", chronicles his trip
north of the 60th parallel this past winter. A copy of the article is
available at

http://www.arrl.org/this-month-in-qst


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2017 AMSAT-NA Board of Directors Nominations Notice


It's time to submit nominations for the upcoming AMSAT-NA Board of
Directors election. Four directors' terms expire this year: Barry
Baines, WD4ASW, Jerry Buxton, N0JY, Drew Glasbrenner, KO4MA, and Bob
McGwier, N4HY. In addition, up to two Alternates may be elected for
one year terms.

A valid nomination requires either one Member Society or five current
individual members in good standing to nominate an AMSAT-NA member for
Director. Written nominations, consisting of the nominee's name and
call, and the nominating individual's names, calls and individual
signatures should be mailed to: AMSAT-NA, 10605 Concord St, #304
Kensington, MD 20895-2526.

In addition to traditional submissions of written nominations, which
is the preferred method, the intent to nominate someone may be made by
electronic means. These include e-mail, fax, or electronic image of a
petition. Electronic petitions should be sent to martha at amsat.org or
faxed to (301)822-4371.

No matter what means is used, petitions MUST arrive no later than June
15th at the AMSAT-NA office. If the nomination is a traditional
written nomination, no other action is required. If it is other than
this, i.e. electronic, a verifying traditional written petition MUST
be received at the AMSAT-NA office at the above address within 7 days
following the close of nominations on June 15th.

ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS WITHOUT THIS SECOND, WRITTEN VERIFICATION ARE
NOT VALID UNDER THE EXISTING AMSAT-NA BYLAWS.


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DXCC Needs List for Satellites


DXCC (NEEDS) ON THE BIRDS. The Ohio/Penn DX Bulletin notes that
OPDX's Webmaster, John, K8YSE, is getting close to DXCC on the
current Low Earth Orbit Satellites.

His want list includes 3A, 3C, CN, CP, EA9, HB0, HC8, HK0, JW,
JX, OH0, P4,U, A2, V44,P2E and ZB2, plus DXpedition entities like
5T, 6W, C5, OJ0, TI9 and XF4.

If you want to try working him, contact John at his QRZ.com address. And
if you are planning a DXpedition to a place that is within 6000km of a
population center, please consider adding satellites to your operation.
You can receive assistance from John and AMSAT. More info at
<papays.com/sat> and amsat.org.


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AMSAT Events


Information about AMSAT activities at other important events around
the country.  Examples of these events are radio club meetings where
AMSAT Area Coordinators give presentations, demonstrations of working
amateur satellites, and hamfests with an AMSAT presence (a table with
AMSAT literature and merchandise, sometimes also with presentations,
forums, and/or demonstrations).

*Tuesday, 20 June 2017 ? presentation for Superstition Amateur Radio Club
in Mesa AZ


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/EX

In addition to regular membership, AMSAT offers membership in the
President's Club. Members of the President's Club, as sustaining
donors to AMSAT Project Funds, will be eligible to receive addi-
tional benefits. Application forms are available from the AMSAT
Office.

Primary and secondary school students are eligible for membership
at one-half the standard yearly rate. Post-secondary school students
enrolled in at least half time status shall be eligible for the stu-
dent rate for a maximum of 6 post-secondary years in this status.
Contact Martha at the AMSAT Office for additional student membership
information.

73,
This week's ANS Editor,
Joe Spier, K6WAO
k6wao at amsat dot org

From ko6th.greg at gmail.com  Sun Jun 11 02:48:39 2017
From: ko6th.greg at gmail.com (Greg D)
Date: Sat, 10 Jun 2017 19:48:39 -0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
In-Reply-To: <CAHC1P29Kw477KwWH=G+eCEeKMUxH9449Wma9_dN64FD1gE6pDg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <15c943e9f71-5dcf-419e@webprd-m45.mail.aol.com>
	<f4911a0c-b2b1-af34-53c0-280b6a4fb8e4@mwt.net>
	<CAHC1P29Kw477KwWH=G+eCEeKMUxH9449Wma9_dN64FD1gE6pDg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <ba5b9f78-9ed8-c421-9ce3-37718e02c53a@gmail.com>

Any recollection on where we were in the sunspot cycle then vs now? 
That could affect both the noise floor as well as the signal itself on HF.

Greg  KO6TH


John Geiger wrote:
> The noise floor was probably a lot less back then, no switching wall-warts
> on every device.
>
> 73 John AF5CC
>
> On Sat, Jun 10, 2017 at 11:26 PM, Joe <nss at mwt.net> wrote:
>
>> I just played with it some when the Mode "A" was predictable a few months
>> ago. And from what I remember in like 1976 it seemed a LOT stronger back
>> then. Nothing special a 10 meter dipole and Drake TR-4 for the receiver
>> back then.
>>
>> Joe WB9SBD
>> Sig
>> The Original Rolling Ball Clock
>> Idle Tyme
>> Idle-Tyme.com
>> http://www.idle-tyme.com
>> On 6/10/2017 6:02 PM, rsoifer1 at aol.com wrote:
>>
>>> It's about an S-unit weaker.
>>>
>>> 73 Ray W2RS
>>>
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: Joe <nss at mwt.net>
>>> Ts o: rsoifer1 <rsoifer1 at aol.com>; gzook <gzook at yahoo.com>; amsat-bb <
>>> amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>>> Sent: Sat, Jun 10, 2017 1:09 pm
>>> Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
>>>
>>> How does it compare now to back then signal strength wise?
>>> Joe WB9SBD
>>>
>>> The Original Rolling Ball Clock
>>> Idle Tyme
>>> Idle-Tyme.com
>>> http://www.idle-tyme.com
>>> On 6/10/2017 3:04 PM, rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB wrote:
>>>
>>>     Hi Glen,
>>>
>>>
>>>     I remember working you with that set-up.
>>>
>>>
>>>     73 Ray W2RS
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>     -----Original Message-----
>>>     From: Glen Zook<gzook at yahoo.com> <mailto:gzook at yahoo.com>
>>>     To: rsoifer1<rsoifer1 at aol.com> <mailto:rsoifer1 at aol.com>; amsat-bb<
>>> amsat-bb at amsat.org> <mailto:amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>>>     Sent: Sat, Jun 10, 2017 12:41 pm
>>>     Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>     In the "goode olde dayes", when AO-7 was new (and also Oscar VI), I
>>> used to use a 2-element 10-meter beam mounted below a 7-element 2-meter
>>> Yagi elevated about 45-degrees.  Later, added a 70 cm beam with the 2-meter
>>> beam on an az-el mount with a TV rotor for the elevation.
>>>
>>>           Glen, K9STH
>>>     Amsat 239 / LM 463
>>>     Website:http://k9sth.net
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>                                 From: rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB<
>>> amsat-bb at amsat.org> <mailto:amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>>>       To:amsat-bb at amsat.org <mailto:amsat-bb at amsat.org>        Sent:
>>> Saturday, June 10, 2017 2:22 PM
>>>       Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
>>>
>>>
>>>     Mode A has always been weaker than Mode B, but with a decent 10-meter
>>> antenna it is quite usable.  Many operators access Mode B with a 2-meter
>>> beam of some sort, then try to hear Mode A with a dipole or ground-mounted
>>> vertical , then complain that they cannot hear it.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>     There is no substitute for a good 10-meter beam.  A tri-bander
>>> usually works too, but check the tuning to see that the SWR isn't too high
>>> at 29.5 MHz.  If it is, you may have to re-tune it or even shorten the
>>> elements slightly.  If you absolutely cannot put up a beam, your second
>>> choice can be a 10-meter ground plane, elevated so it is mounted in the
>>> clear.  It has no forward gain of course, but it will give you a low
>>> radiation angle, which will help in hearing AO-7 when it is at low
>>> elevation which it is most of the time.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>     With Field Day coming up, a little attention now to your 10-meter
>>> antenna will show up in your results later.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>     _______________________________________________
>>>     Sent viaAMSAT-BB at amsat.org <mailto:AMSAT-BB at amsat.org>. AMSAT-NA
>>> makes this open forum available
>>>     to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
>>> Opinions expressed
>>>     are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views
>>> of AMSAT-NA.
>>>     Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite
>>> program!
>>>     Subscription settings:http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>> _______________________________________________
>> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
>> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions
>> expressed
>> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
>> AMSAT-NA.
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>> Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
>>
> _______________________________________________
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> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed
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From nss at mwt.net  Sun Jun 11 02:58:17 2017
From: nss at mwt.net (Joe)
Date: Sat, 10 Jun 2017 21:58:17 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
In-Reply-To: <ba5b9f78-9ed8-c421-9ce3-37718e02c53a@gmail.com>
References: <15c943e9f71-5dcf-419e@webprd-m45.mail.aol.com>
	<f4911a0c-b2b1-af34-53c0-280b6a4fb8e4@mwt.net>
	<CAHC1P29Kw477KwWH=G+eCEeKMUxH9449Wma9_dN64FD1gE6pDg@mail.gmail.com>
	<ba5b9f78-9ed8-c421-9ce3-37718e02c53a@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <74cf5e19-fbe8-1b4a-f81f-1ede0cee7cdd@mwt.net>

very similar, 15 was open like once a month.

Joe WB9SBD
Sig
The Original Rolling Ball Clock
Idle Tyme
Idle-Tyme.com
http://www.idle-tyme.com
On 6/10/2017 9:48 PM, Greg D wrote:
> Any recollection on where we were in the sunspot cycle then vs now?
> That could affect both the noise floor as well as the signal itself on HF.
>
> Greg  KO6TH
>
>
> John Geiger wrote:
>> The noise floor was probably a lot less back then, no switching wall-warts
>> on every device.
>>
>> 73 John AF5CC
>>
>> On Sat, Jun 10, 2017 at 11:26 PM, Joe <nss at mwt.net> wrote:
>>
>>> I just played with it some when the Mode "A" was predictable a few months
>>> ago. And from what I remember in like 1976 it seemed a LOT stronger back
>>> then. Nothing special a 10 meter dipole and Drake TR-4 for the receiver
>>> back then.
>>>
>>> Joe WB9SBD
>>> Sig
>>> The Original Rolling Ball Clock
>>> Idle Tyme
>>> Idle-Tyme.com
>>> http://www.idle-tyme.com
>>> On 6/10/2017 6:02 PM, rsoifer1 at aol.com wrote:
>>>
>>>> It's about an S-unit weaker.
>>>>
>>>> 73 Ray W2RS
>>>>
>>>> -----Original Message-----
>>>> From: Joe <nss at mwt.net>
>>>> Ts o: rsoifer1 <rsoifer1 at aol.com>; gzook <gzook at yahoo.com>; amsat-bb <
>>>> amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>>>> Sent: Sat, Jun 10, 2017 1:09 pm
>>>> Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
>>>>
>>>> How does it compare now to back then signal strength wise?
>>>> Joe WB9SBD
>>>>
>>>> The Original Rolling Ball Clock
>>>> Idle Tyme
>>>> Idle-Tyme.com
>>>> http://www.idle-tyme.com
>>>> On 6/10/2017 3:04 PM, rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB wrote:
>>>>
>>>>      Hi Glen,
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>      I remember working you with that set-up.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>      73 Ray W2RS
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>      -----Original Message-----
>>>>      From: Glen Zook<gzook at yahoo.com> <mailto:gzook at yahoo.com>
>>>>      To: rsoifer1<rsoifer1 at aol.com> <mailto:rsoifer1 at aol.com>; amsat-bb<
>>>> amsat-bb at amsat.org> <mailto:amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>>>>      Sent: Sat, Jun 10, 2017 12:41 pm
>>>>      Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>      In the "goode olde dayes", when AO-7 was new (and also Oscar VI), I
>>>> used to use a 2-element 10-meter beam mounted below a 7-element 2-meter
>>>> Yagi elevated about 45-degrees.  Later, added a 70 cm beam with the 2-meter
>>>> beam on an az-el mount with a TV rotor for the elevation.
>>>>
>>>>            Glen, K9STH
>>>>      Amsat 239 / LM 463
>>>>      Website:http://k9sth.net
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>                                  From: rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB<
>>>> amsat-bb at amsat.org> <mailto:amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>>>>        To:amsat-bb at amsat.org <mailto:amsat-bb at amsat.org>        Sent:
>>>> Saturday, June 10, 2017 2:22 PM
>>>>        Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>      Mode A has always been weaker than Mode B, but with a decent 10-meter
>>>> antenna it is quite usable.  Many operators access Mode B with a 2-meter
>>>> beam of some sort, then try to hear Mode A with a dipole or ground-mounted
>>>> vertical , then complain that they cannot hear it.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>      There is no substitute for a good 10-meter beam.  A tri-bander
>>>> usually works too, but check the tuning to see that the SWR isn't too high
>>>> at 29.5 MHz.  If it is, you may have to re-tune it or even shorten the
>>>> elements slightly.  If you absolutely cannot put up a beam, your second
>>>> choice can be a 10-meter ground plane, elevated so it is mounted in the
>>>> clear.  It has no forward gain of course, but it will give you a low
>>>> radiation angle, which will help in hearing AO-7 when it is at low
>>>> elevation which it is most of the time.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>      With Field Day coming up, a little attention now to your 10-meter
>>>> antenna will show up in your results later.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
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From vu3tyg at yahoo.co.in  Sun Jun 11 06:05:48 2017
From: vu3tyg at yahoo.co.in (Nitin Muttin)
Date: Sun, 11 Jun 2017 06:05:48 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] IC-821H problems
In-Reply-To: <EC333CCF-0915-45AC-B856-267B364475B6@mrstevens.net>
References: <EC333CCF-0915-45AC-B856-267B364475B6@mrstevens.net>
Message-ID: <45706336.8028256.1497161148084@mail.yahoo.com>

Hi Matthew,
On 2m when on FM mode do you hear the white noise when you open the squelch.??73
Nitin [VU3TYG]

      From: Matthew Stevens <matthew at mrstevens.net>
 To: amsat-bb at amsat.org 
 Sent: Saturday, 10 June 2017 7:06 PM
 Subject: [amsat-bb] IC-821H problems
   
I'm having a strange issue with my 821. Periodically I lose all sensitivity, which I've particularly noticed on 2m SSB. I can attach and detach an antenna with no change in the noise level, and can't hear anything in the receiver (like the XW-2* beacons, or the AO-73 telemetry). Resetting the radio seems to fix it.

It doesn't appear to be affecting 70cm, although I haven't had much chance to test that (there's not always a mode j sat up at the same time as a mode b one, and when it happens I'm normally just trying to reset the radio as fast as I can do I can operate the pass). Has anyone experienced anything like this before?

73,

- Matthew kk4fem

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From tower2 at stx.rr.com  Sun Jun 11 14:23:26 2017
From: tower2 at stx.rr.com (Harvey N. Vordenbaum)
Date: Sun, 11 Jun 2017 09:23:26 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] FTM-100DR APRS path for ISS?
In-Reply-To: <CY4PR22MB082114D269946A1A66363BB7EDF60@CY4PR22MB0821.namprd22.prod.outlook.com>
References: <4ecceb8a20aa6ded71fc0ed67716bce0@mail.gmail.com>
	<CY4PR22MB082114D269946A1A66363BB7EDF60@CY4PR22MB0821.namprd22.prod.outlook.com>
Message-ID: <000801d2e2be$4a5d2e50$df178af0$@rr.com>

This reminds me of a problem I  have with my FTM400 and other Yaesu now.
Their positions don't show up in APRS+SA maps. (V9)  They do show up in
APRS.FI okay.
Could it be because Yaesu's append a " _% " on the end of every packet they
send?
This was two years ago.
I even sent the FTM400 back to Yaesu, but they didn't find anything wrong.
I gave up and went back to using my old TM-D700's for mobile's.
Would there be a way to work around this?  Or do I have to use some other
program to monitor with?
Harvey K5HV

-----Original Message-----
From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:amsat-bb-bounces at amsat.org] On Behalf Of Angelo
Glorioso
Sent: Thursday, June 01, 2017 11:55 AM
To: Robert Bruninga; AMSAT-BB at amsat.org
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] FTM-100DR APRS path for ISS?

Bob,


  Being the father of APRS, I would think a call to Yaesu might result in a
Firmware change to add the function.

73,

Angelo



On 6/1/2017 11:14 AM, Robert Bruninga wrote:
> Apparently, the current version of the FTM-100DR cannot set an APRS 
> path for digipeating via the ISS.
>
> W9BU reports:
>
> See page 41 of the FTM-100DR APRS manual. Your choices for digipeater 
> route are "OFF", "WIDE1-1", or "WIDE1-1,WIDE2-1". Other than those 
> three selections, the route is not configurable.
>
> This leaves out via ARISS, or the universal via APRSAT which should be 
> supported by all APRS satelliites.
>
> Bob, WB4APR
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From n4csitwo at bellsouth.net  Mon Jun 12 04:37:30 2017
From: n4csitwo at bellsouth.net (n4csitwo at bellsouth.net)
Date: Mon, 12 Jun 2017 00:37:30 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Upcoming ARISS contact with Space Center Houston, Houston,
	TX
Message-ID: <BD9CF85E5B99456FB72E8AC66FED7BD7@DHJ>

An International Space Station school contact has been planned with participants at Space Center Houston, Houston, TX on 13 June. The event is scheduled to begin at approximately 15:19 UTC. It is recommended that you start listening approximately 10 minutes before this time.The duration of the contact is approximately 9 minutes and 30 seconds. The contact will be a telebridge between OR4ISS and ON4ISS. The contact should be audible over Belgium and adjacent areas. Interested parties are invited to listen in on the 145.80 MHz downlink. The contact is expected to be conducted in English.

 

We have had confirmation that the Goonhilly receiver, other European HamTV receivers and the BATC Transport Stream merger facility are available for HamTV use during the telebridge contact with the Space Centre Houston. The HamTV live stream can be viewed during the contact at https://hamtv.batc.tv/live/ .

 

 

Space Center Houston exists to tell the story of human space flight. Hosting the ARISS contact allows the Center to engage students in human space flight by a first-hand, real time experience. Space Center Houston's year-long education plan engages students from pre-kindergarten through college, with special emphasis on supporting underserved and underrepresented students. The ARISS contact event will be an impactful part of our summer camp program for 2017, which will be available for students of ages 12-14, in 6th through 9th grade. Generally, attendance for summer day camps comes primarily from the Clear Creek Independent School District. 

 

 

Participants will ask as many of the following questions as time allows: 

 

1. How different is astronaut food from food here on earth?

2. What experiments are currently being conducted on the Space Station?

3. What do astronauts do when not in space?

4. How long does it take to become an astronaut?

5. What does it feel like to float constantly?

6. What is the biggest challenge you face as an astronaut?

7. What do astronauts do on their time off on the Space Station?

8. What is your biggest challenge living on the ISS?

9. How does someone become an astronaut?

10. What languages do you speak on the ISS?

11. What made you want to become an astronaut?

12. Why are there fewer women astronauts than men?

13. How does astronaut activity on the ISS affect people on Earth?

14. Do you have any interesting stories about the ISS?

15. What do you dislike most about being an astronaut?

16. How does Robonaut help astronauts on the ISS?

17. What experiments are you working on that will help get humans to Mars?

18. What is the funniest thing that has happened on the ISS?

19. Are you ever scared going up into space?

20. What kind of backgrounds do astronauts have?

 

 

 

 

PLEASE CHECK THE FOLLOWING FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ARISS UPDATES:

 

      Visit ARISS on Facebook. We can be found at Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS).

 

      To receive our Twitter updates, follow @ARISS_status

 

 

 

Next planned event(s):

  

TBD

 

 

About ARISS: 

Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) is a cooperative venture of international amateur radio societies and the space agencies that support the International Space Station (ISS). In the United States, sponsors are the Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation (AMSAT), the American Radio Relay League (ARRL), the Center for the Advancement of Science in Space (CASIS) and  National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).  The primary goal of ARISS is to promote exploration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) topics by organizing scheduled contacts via amateur radio between crew members aboard the ISS and students in classrooms or informal education venues.  With the help of experienced amateur radio volunteers, ISS crews speak directly with large audiences in a variety of public forums.  Before and during these radio contacts, students, teachers, parents, and communities learn about space, space technologies, and amateur radio.  For more information, see www.ariss.org, www.amsat.org, and www.arrl.org.

 

Thank you & 73,

David - AA4KN

 


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From wa7eth at frontier.com  Mon Jun 12 06:30:46 2017
From: wa7eth at frontier.com (wa7eth at frontier.com)
Date: Mon, 12 Jun 2017 06:30:46 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] Help needed for the digitally challenged
References: <1159995628.7084763.1497249046152.ref@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <1159995628.7084763.1497249046152@mail.yahoo.com>

I am looking for suggestions for packet software that will work with?the Signalink USB device and an FT-847 for keyboard to keyboard packet through the ISS. ?Many, many years ago I used to use a KPC-3 and knew how to set that up. ?Now with the Signalink it is a different story. ?Not as knowledgeable as I would like to be. ?Thanks in advance for any suggestions..73'..Ed ?WA7ETH

From r8acz at darkbyte.ru  Mon Jun 12 13:23:13 2017
From: r8acz at darkbyte.ru (=?UTF-8?B?0JTQvNC40YLRgNC40Lk=?=)
Date: Mon, 12 Jun 2017 18:23:13 +0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAMSAT XW2
Message-ID: <CAMaU50XUJW1XvYi0gQ4_ztN-T6Z_PA5hEc+h0KXx-tDDGADi9w@mail.gmail.com>

Recieved today from R8A (MO04SW) on 145.722 MHz in CW:

BJ1SC DFH XW2 XW2AAA RTR RUT R4MRUV RIT R6IRKK RTU UU4RKI TVN 4DR TTT TTE
4VT TTT TTI TTTT TT4UK VTT CAMSAT CAMSAT

BJ1VR DFH XW2 XW2AAA RTR RUT RIU RUV RVK R6IRKK RTM UU4RKM TVN 4DR TTT TTT
FET TTT BEE ED4KVTT CAMSAT CAMSAT

From godetj at wanadoo.fr  Mon Jun 12 17:15:19 2017
From: godetj at wanadoo.fr (Jean-Pierre Godet)
Date: Mon, 12 Jun 2017 17:15:19 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAMSAT XW2
In-Reply-To: <CAMaU50XUJW1XvYi0gQ4_ztN-T6Z_PA5hEc+h0KXx-tDDGADi9w@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAMaU50XUJW1XvYi0gQ4_ztN-T6Z_PA5hEc+h0KXx-tDDGADi9w@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <f07d9c8d-aaa5-3ca6-9dc3-f924f1916814@wanadoo.fr>

   ?? ???????, hello my friends,

   Yes, it is our good old XW2-B, on 145.725 MHz (+- 3 kHz Doppler shift).

On 12/06/2017 13:23, ??????? wrote:

> ... 
> BJ1SC DFH XW2 XW2AAA RTR RUT R4MRUV RIT R6IRKK RTU UU4RKI TVN 4DR TTT TTE
> 4VT TTT TTI TTTT TT4UK VTT CAMSAT CAMSAT
> 
> BJ1VR DFH XW2 XW2AAA RTR RUT RIU RUV RVK R6IRKK RTM UU4RKM TVN 4DR TTT TTT
> FET TTT BEE ED4KVTT CAMSAT CAMSAT
> ...

  Decoded with my ears and what is between them  :-)  the CW telemetry 
of chinese bird XW2-B, callsign BJ1SC, heard during the pass around 0550 
UTC orbit nr 9522, looks like :
BJ1SC DFH XW2 XW2 AAA RTR RUT R46 RUV R4I R6I RMR RRU UU4 RKN TVK UTR 
TTT TTT URT TTT TTT TTT TTT UUK VTT CAMSAT CAMSAT
always three digits blocks, encoding format may be found here:
http://www.jamsat.or.jp/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/XW-2-CW-Telemetry-Encoding-Format-V1.2.pdf

   Conditions : GPA hiden in the attic, AMSAT-UK FCD-Pro+, Gqrx SDR and 
GPredict for the Doppler tracking (Linux). A sample may be heard here :
http://f5yg.pagesperso-orange.fr/incoming/XW-2B_orb9522_2017jun12.mp3

   Have a nice evening, ??????? ?????? ?? ??????? ??????????!

   ???-???? F5YG







From ingejack at cox.net  Mon Jun 12 17:52:36 2017
From: ingejack at cox.net (ingejack at cox.net)
Date: Mon, 12 Jun 2017 10:52:36 -0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] Packet software with FT847
Message-ID: <20170612135236.ES3LO.126869.imail@fed1rmwml207>

I use UISS and AGWPE software with a Signalink usb . Both software are free to download and use. UISS works great for packet via the ISS and NO84 as well. 73  JACK-KC7MG

From zmetzing at pobox.com  Mon Jun 12 18:07:19 2017
From: zmetzing at pobox.com (Zach Metzinger)
Date: Mon, 12 Jun 2017 13:07:19 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
In-Reply-To: <f4911a0c-b2b1-af34-53c0-280b6a4fb8e4@mwt.net>
References: <15c943e9f71-5dcf-419e@webprd-m45.mail.aol.com>
	<f4911a0c-b2b1-af34-53c0-280b6a4fb8e4@mwt.net>
Message-ID: <20170612180717.GA90384@monolith>

On Sat, Jun 10, 2017 at 06:26:38PM -0500, Joe wrote:
> I just played with it some when the Mode "A" was predictable a few 
> months ago. And from what I remember in like 1976 it seemed a LOT 
> stronger back then. Nothing special a 10 meter dipole and Drake TR-4 for 
> the receiver back then.

I was able to pick up yesterday's pass at about 2:15pm CDT driving south 
along I-35 in central OK. This was a Mode A pass, as I could distinctively 
hear the FM-ing of CW signals around 29.450, but I was not able to pick out
the telemetry beacon at 29.502. My code skills are rusty, so I didn't catch
the station's call.

Rig is IC-706MKIIG with AH-4 matching a 98" whip mounted on the back hitch.
Preamp was on.

--- Zach
N0ZGO

From py5lf at falautomation.com.br  Mon Jun 12 19:34:33 2017
From: py5lf at falautomation.com.br (PY5LF)
Date: Mon, 12 Jun 2017 16:34:33 -0300
Subject: [amsat-bb] Lilacsat-1
Message-ID: <CAAy53m4XkR4KyjzKpaTc7zJK4x4uSB4UdUcuti03OHOjwgZ_hg@mail.gmail.com>

Hi
My first contact on Lilacsat-1 with PY4ZBZ , today morning. Sorry about
video quality , made with my Iphone.
You can heard the delay , similar to BY70.

https://youtu.be/v2R3gUrQ66Y

Take a look Scott , K4KDR.

73

From scott23192 at gmail.com  Mon Jun 12 22:54:56 2017
From: scott23192 at gmail.com (Scott)
Date: Mon, 12 Jun 2017 18:54:56 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Lilacsat-1
In-Reply-To: <CAAy53m4XkR4KyjzKpaTc7zJK4x4uSB4UdUcuti03OHOjwgZ_hg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAAy53m4XkR4KyjzKpaTc7zJK4x4uSB4UdUcuti03OHOjwgZ_hg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <9FB9CE49037C4FD0BF9FB04BB3CE9637@CSI9020>

GREAT job, Luciano!!!

Even more amazing that they programmed the voice encoder to speak 
Portuguese....    (sorry)


73!

-Scott,  K4KDR

=========================================
=========================================

-----Original Message----- 
From: PY5LF
Sent: Monday, June 12, 2017 3:34 PM
To: AMSAT-BB
Subject: [amsat-bb] Lilacsat-1

Hi
My first contact on Lilacsat-1 with PY4ZBZ , today morning. Sorry about
video quality , made with my Iphone.
You can heard the delay , similar to BY70.

https://youtu.be/v2R3gUrQ66Y

Take a look Scott , K4KDR.

73 


From straarup at gmail.com  Tue Jun 13 01:45:26 2017
From: straarup at gmail.com (=?UTF-8?Q?S=C3=B8ren_Straarup?=)
Date: Mon, 12 Jun 2017 20:45:26 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-7 Mode A
In-Reply-To: <20170612180717.GA90384@monolith>
References: <15c943e9f71-5dcf-419e@webprd-m45.mail.aol.com>
	<f4911a0c-b2b1-af34-53c0-280b6a4fb8e4@mwt.net>
	<20170612180717.GA90384@monolith>
Message-ID: <CAPq=p5GHo9VBfMJXGo5p6cBBMQKZ2eC0sxgd1BZKi56jHSRRWA@mail.gmail.com>

Hi all,

I yet have to work someone other than N4UFO on mode A, usually when the
bird gets flipped there are no-one on mode A. Therefore I don't always
setup for mode A.

I usually work trunk mobile.

Vy 73 de AK4WQ/OZ2DAK, Soren Straarup

On Jun 12, 2017 13:09, "Zach Metzinger" <zmetzing at pobox.com> wrote:

> On Sat, Jun 10, 2017 at 06:26:38PM -0500, Joe wrote:
> > I just played with it some when the Mode "A" was predictable a few
> > months ago. And from what I remember in like 1976 it seemed a LOT
> > stronger back then. Nothing special a 10 meter dipole and Drake TR-4 for
> > the receiver back then.
>
> I was able to pick up yesterday's pass at about 2:15pm CDT driving south
> along I-35 in central OK. This was a Mode A pass, as I could distinctively
> hear the FM-ing of CW signals around 29.450, but I was not able to pick out
> the telemetry beacon at 29.502. My code skills are rusty, so I didn't catch
> the station's call.
>
> Rig is IC-706MKIIG with AH-4 matching a 98" whip mounted on the back hitch.
> Preamp was on.
>
> --- Zach
> N0ZGO
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> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions
> expressed
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From AJ9N at aol.com  Tue Jun 13 03:12:29 2017
From: AJ9N at aol.com (AJ9N at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 12 Jun 2017 23:12:29 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2017-06-13 02:00
	UTC
Message-ID: <10942.f282494.4670b21d@aol.com>

Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2017-06-13  02:00 UTC

Quick list of scheduled contacts and  events:

Greater Niagara Frontier Council BSA, Buffalo, NY,  telebridge via ON4ISS
The ISS callsign is presently scheduled to be OR4ISS  
The scheduled astronaut is Fyodor Yurchikhin RN3FI 
Contact was  successful: Sat 2017-06-10 16:18:48 UTC 88 deg  (***)


Space Center Houston, Houston, TX, telebridge via  ON4ISS 
The ISS callsign is presently scheduled to be OR4ISS 
The  scheduled astronaut is Jack Fischer K2FSH 
Contact is a go for: Tue  2017-06-13 15:19:26 UTC 84 deg  

****************************************************************************
**
ARISS  is always glad to receive listener reports for the above contacts.  
ARISS  thanks everyone in advance for their assistance.  Feel free to send 
your  reports to aj9n at amsat.org or aj9n at aol.com.

Listen for the ISS on  the downlink of 145.8?  MHz.

****************************************************************************
***

All  ARISS contacts are made via the Kenwood radio unless otherwise  noted.

****************************************************************************
***

Several  of you have sent me emails asking about the RAC ARISS website and 
not being  able to get in.  That has now been changed to  
http://www.ariss.org/

Note that there are links to other ARISS  websites from this  site.

****************************************************************************
Looking  for something new to do?  How about receiving DATV from the  ISS?  
 
If interested, then please go to the ARISS-EU website for  complete 
details.  Look for the buttons indicating Ham  Video.                       
      

http://www.ariss-eu.org/    

If you need some  assistance, ARISS mentor Kerry N6IZW, might be able to 
provide some  insight.  Contact Kerry at  kbanke at sbcglobal.net
****************************************************************************
ARISS  congratulations the following mentors who have now mentored over 100 
 
schools:  

Satoshi 7M3TJZ with 123 
Gaston ON4WF with  123
Francesco IK?WGF with  119

****************************************************************************
The  webpages listed below were all reviewed for accuracy.  Out of date  
webpages were removed and new ones have been added.  If there are  
additional 
ARISS websites I need to know about, please let me  know.

Note, all times are approximate.  It is recommended that you  do your own 
orbital prediction or start listening about 10 minutes before  the listed 
time. 
All dates and times listed follow International  Standard ISO 8601 date and 
time format  YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS

The  complete schedule page has been updated as of 2017-06-13 02:00 UTC.  
(***)
Here you will find a listing of all scheduled school contacts, and  
questions, other ISS related websites, IRLP and Echolink websites, and  
instructions for any contact that may be streamed live.    

http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.txt

Total  number of ARISS ISS to earth school events is 1143. (***) 
Each school counts  as 1 event.
Total number of ARISS ISS to earth school contacts is 1102.  (***)
Each contact may have multiple schools sharing the same time  slot.
Total number of ARISS supported terrestrial contacts is 47. 

A  complete year by year breakdown of the contacts may be found in the  
file.
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf

Please  feel free to contact me if more detailed statistics are  needed.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

The  following US states and entities have never had an ARISS contact:
Arkansas,  Delaware, South Dakota, Wyoming, American Samoa, Guam, Northern 
Marianas  Islands, and the Virgin  Islands.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

QSL  information may be found at:   
http://www.ariss.org/qsl-cards.html  

ISS callsigns:  DP?ISS, IR?ISS, NA1SS, OR4ISS,  RS?ISS

****************************************************************************
The  successful school list has been updated as of 2017-06-13 02:00 UTC.  
(***)

http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/Successful_ARISS_schools.rtf

Frequency   chart for packet, voice, and crossband repeater modes showing 
Doppler   correction  as of 2005-07-29 04:00  UTC
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ISS_frequencies_and_Doppler_correction
.rtf

Listing  of ARISS related magazine articles as of 2006-07-10 03:30  UTC.
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ARISS_magazine_articles.rtf

Check  out the Zoho reports of the ARISS  contacts

https://reports.zoho.com/ZDBDataSheetView.cc?DBID=412218000000020415
****************************************************************************
Exp.  50 on orbit
Peggy Whitson
Thomas Pesquet KG5FYG
Oleg  Novitskiy

Exp. 51 on orbit
Jack Fischer K2FSH
Fyodor  Yurchikhin  RN3FI
****************************************************************************

73,
Charlie  Sufana AJ9N
One of the ARISS operation team  mentors








From va6bmj at gmail.com  Tue Jun 13 04:21:43 2017
From: va6bmj at gmail.com (B J)
Date: Tue, 13 Jun 2017 04:21:43 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Satellite Station For Sale
Message-ID: <CAP7QzkPoOvoFGj+NO3MBexmCp5ha4cYOGPu75u7yh9f2kAzAiQ@mail.gmail.com>

I'm posting this ad on behalf of a third party who wishes to remain
anonymous for now.

He has both a base and a portable ham satellite station for sale.  The
base station includes a Kenwood TS-790A transceiver, amplifiers, power
supplies, and antennas for the 2 m, 70 cm, and the 2.4 GHz bands.  The
portable station consists of a Kenwood TH-D72 handheld transceiver and
an Arrow dual-band yagi antenna.

He would prefer to sell each as complete packages.  He's asking $4165 (CDN)
for the base station and $390 (CDN) for the portable gear.

Contact me for further information.  Anyone who is interested in
purchasing the complete stations, or individual components, can
contact me as well and I will forward the message.

73s

Bernhard VA6BMJ @ DO33FL

From AJ9N at aol.com  Tue Jun 13 05:10:19 2017
From: AJ9N at aol.com (AJ9N at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 13 Jun 2017 01:10:19 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2017-06-13 05:00
	UTC
Message-ID: <111ce.26aaa0a5.4670cdbb@aol.com>

Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2017-06-13  05:00 UTC

Quick list of scheduled contacts and  events:

Greater Niagara Frontier Council BSA, Buffalo, NY,  telebridge via ON4ISS
The ISS callsign is presently scheduled to be OR4ISS  
The scheduled astronaut is Fyodor Yurchikhin RN3FI 
Contact was  successful: Sat 2017-06-10 16:18:48 UTC 88 deg  (***)


Space Center Houston, Houston, TX, telebridge via  ON4ISS 
The ISS callsign is presently scheduled to be OR4ISS 
The  scheduled astronaut is Jack Fischer K2FSH 
Contact is a go for: Tue  2017-06-13 15:19:26 UTC 84 deg 
You can view the HamTV stream at  https://hamtv.batc.tv/live/ (***)
ARISS is always glad to receive listener  reports for the above contacts.  
ARISS thanks everyone in advance for their  assistance.  Feel free to send 
your reports to aj9n at amsat.org or  aj9n at aol.com.

Listen for the ISS on the downlink of 145.8?  MHz.

****************************************************************************
***

All  ARISS contacts are made via the Kenwood radio unless otherwise  noted.

****************************************************************************
***

Several  of you have sent me emails asking about the RAC ARISS website and 
not being  able to get in.  That has now been changed to  
http://www.ariss.org/

Note that there are links to other ARISS  websites from this  site.

****************************************************************************
Looking  for something new to do?  How about receiving DATV from the  ISS?  
 
If interested, then please go to the ARISS-EU website for  complete 
details.  Look for the buttons indicating Ham  Video.                       
      

http://www.ariss-eu.org/    

If you need some  assistance, ARISS mentor Kerry N6IZW, might be able to 
provide some  insight.  Contact Kerry at  kbanke at sbcglobal.net
****************************************************************************
ARISS  congratulations the following mentors who have now mentored over 100 
 
schools:  

Satoshi 7M3TJZ with 123 
Gaston ON4WF with  123
Francesco IK?WGF with  119

****************************************************************************
The  webpages listed below were all reviewed for accuracy.  Out of date  
webpages were removed and new ones have been added.  If there are  
additional 
ARISS websites I need to know about, please let me  know.

Note, all times are approximate.  It is recommended that you  do your own 
orbital prediction or start listening about 10 minutes before  the listed 
time. 
All dates and times listed follow International  Standard ISO 8601 date and 
time format  YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS

The  complete schedule page has been updated as of 2017-06-13 05:00 UTC.  
(***)
Here you will find a listing of all scheduled school contacts, and  
questions, other ISS related websites, IRLP and Echolink websites, and  
instructions for any contact that may be streamed live.    

http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.txt

Total  number of ARISS ISS to earth school events is 1143. (***) 
Each school counts  as 1 event.
Total number of ARISS ISS to earth school contacts is 1102.  (***)
Each contact may have multiple schools sharing the same time  slot.
Total number of ARISS supported terrestrial contacts is 47. 

A  complete year by year breakdown of the contacts may be found in the  
file.
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf

Please  feel free to contact me if more detailed statistics are  needed.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

The  following US states and entities have never had an ARISS contact:
Arkansas,  Delaware, South Dakota, Wyoming, American Samoa, Guam, Northern 
Marianas  Islands, and the Virgin  Islands.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

QSL  information may be found at:   
http://www.ariss.org/qsl-cards.html  

ISS callsigns:  DP?ISS, IR?ISS, NA1SS, OR4ISS,  RS?ISS

****************************************************************************
The  successful school list has been updated as of 2017-06-13 02:00 UTC.  
(***)

http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/Successful_ARISS_schools.rtf

Frequency   chart for packet, voice, and crossband repeater modes showing 
Doppler   correction  as of 2005-07-29 04:00  UTC
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ISS_frequencies_and_Doppler_correction
.rtf

Listing  of ARISS related magazine articles as of 2006-07-10 03:30  UTC.
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ARISS_magazine_articles.rtf

Check  out the Zoho reports of the ARISS  contacts

https://reports.zoho.com/ZDBDataSheetView.cc?DBID=412218000000020415
****************************************************************************
Exp.  50 on orbit
Peggy Whitson
Thomas Pesquet KG5FYG
Oleg  Novitskiy

Exp. 51 on orbit
Jack Fischer K2FSH
Fyodor  Yurchikhin  RN3FI
****************************************************************************

73,
Charlie  Sufana AJ9N
One of the ARISS operation team  mentors








From ingejack at cox.net  Tue Jun 13 18:31:45 2017
From: ingejack at cox.net (ingejack at cox.net)
Date: Tue, 13 Jun 2017 11:31:45 -0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] WH6XM
Message-ID: <20170613143145.V2CU2.96047.imail@fed1rmwml213>

WH6XM was on FO29 at 1826 UTC with a very strong signal looking for contacts .. His grid is BK29 in HILO HI. Anyone in the footprint  During a FO29 Pass should give him a call !!  JACK  KC7MG

From va6bmj at gmail.com  Wed Jun 14 03:21:39 2017
From: va6bmj at gmail.com (B J)
Date: Wed, 14 Jun 2017 03:21:39 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Satellite Station For Sale
In-Reply-To: <CAP7QzkPoOvoFGj+NO3MBexmCp5ha4cYOGPu75u7yh9f2kAzAiQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAP7QzkPoOvoFGj+NO3MBexmCp5ha4cYOGPu75u7yh9f2kAzAiQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CAP7QzkMHAjU3EiRcF85hTrtJ6XXUV9D9s+cb9YQLT+WRYYFPGw@mail.gmail.com>

Further to my original ad, some of the items have been sold.  The
following are still for sale:

Kenwood TS-790A transceiver $1,180.00
Timewave DSP-9 filter	$135.00
LVB tracker	$200.00
Mirage B 2518 G 2 metre amplifier	$575.00
Kenwood PS 430 power supply	$160.00
Acer laptop computer with SatPC32 software	$350.00
2.4 Ghz D-Link antenna	$50.00
30-ft fold-over tower	$250.00
Fold-over kit	$250.00

Kenwood TH-D72 transceiver	$350.00
Arrow dual-band Yagi antenna	$40.00

The prices are in Canadian funds.  If interested, contact me for
further information.

73s

Bernhard VA6BMJ @ DO33FL

From AJ9N at aol.com  Wed Jun 14 05:42:07 2017
From: AJ9N at aol.com (AJ9N at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 14 Jun 2017 01:42:07 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2017-06-14 04:00
	UTC
Message-ID: <1fb53.74707d80.467226af@aol.com>

Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2017-06-14  04:00 UTC

Quick list of scheduled contacts and  events:

Space Center Houston, Houston, TX, telebridge via ON4ISS  
The ISS callsign is presently scheduled to be OR4ISS 
The scheduled  astronaut is Jack Fischer K2FSH 
Contact was successful: Tue 2017-06-13  15:19:26 UTC 84 deg (***)
You can view the HamTV stream at  https://hamtv.batc.tv/live/

Sochi, Russia, direct via TBD  (***)
The ISS callsign is presently scheduled to be RS?ISS (***) 
The  scheduled astronaut is Fyodor Yurchikhin RN3FI (***)
Contact is a go for Sat  2017-06-17 15:10 UTC (***)

Ufa, Russia, direct via TBD (***)
The  ISS callsign is presently scheduled to be RS?ISS (***)
The scheduled  astronaut is Fyodor Yurchikhin RN3FI (***)
Contact is a go for Fri 2017-06-23  08:25 UTC  (***)

****************************************************************************
**

ARISS  is always glad to receive listener reports for the above contacts.  
ARISS  thanks everyone in advance for their assistance.  Feel free to send 
your  reports to aj9n at amsat.org or aj9n at aol.com.

Listen for the ISS on  the downlink of 145.8?  MHz.

****************************************************************************
***

All  ARISS contacts are made via the Kenwood radio unless otherwise  noted.

****************************************************************************
***

Several  of you have sent me emails asking about the RAC ARISS website and 
not being  able to get in.  That has now been changed to  
http://www.ariss.org/

Note that there are links to other ARISS  websites from this  site.

****************************************************************************
Looking  for something new to do?  How about receiving DATV from the  ISS?  
 
If interested, then please go to the ARISS-EU website for  complete 
details.  Look for the buttons indicating Ham  Video.                       
      

http://www.ariss-eu.org/    

If you need some  assistance, ARISS mentor Kerry N6IZW, might be able to 
provide some  insight.  Contact Kerry at  kbanke at sbcglobal.net
****************************************************************************
ARISS  congratulations the following mentors who have now mentored over 100 
 
schools:  

Satoshi 7M3TJZ with 123 
Gaston ON4WF with  123
Francesco IK?WGF with  119

****************************************************************************
The  webpages listed below were all reviewed for accuracy.  Out of date  
webpages were removed and new ones have been added.  If there are  
additional 
ARISS websites I need to know about, please let me  know.

Note, all times are approximate.  It is recommended that you  do your own 
orbital prediction or start listening about 10 minutes before  the listed 
time. 
All dates and times listed follow International  Standard ISO 8601 date and 
time format  YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS

The  complete schedule page has been updated as of 2017-06-14 04:00 UTC.  
(***)
Here you will find a listing of all scheduled school contacts, and  
questions, other ISS related websites, IRLP and Echolink websites, and  
instructions for any contact that may be streamed live.    

http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.txt

Total  number of ARISS ISS to earth school events is 1144. (***) 
Each school counts  as 1 event.
Total number of ARISS ISS to earth school contacts is 1103.  (***)
Each contact may have multiple schools sharing the same time  slot.
Total number of ARISS supported terrestrial contacts is 47. 

A  complete year by year breakdown of the contacts may be found in the  
file.
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf

Please  feel free to contact me if more detailed statistics are  needed.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

The  following US states and entities have never had an ARISS contact:
Arkansas,  Delaware, South Dakota, Wyoming, American Samoa, Guam, Northern 
Marianas  Islands, and the Virgin  Islands.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

QSL  information may be found at:   
http://www.ariss.org/qsl-cards.html  

ISS callsigns:  DP?ISS, IR?ISS, NA1SS, OR4ISS,  RS?ISS

****************************************************************************
The  successful school list has been updated as of 2017-06-14 04:00 UTC.  
(***)

http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/Successful_ARISS_schools.rtf

Frequency   chart for packet, voice, and crossband repeater modes showing 
Doppler   correction  as of 2005-07-29 04:00  UTC
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ISS_frequencies_and_Doppler_correction
.rtf

Listing  of ARISS related magazine articles as of 2006-07-10 03:30  UTC.
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ARISS_magazine_articles.rtf

Check  out the Zoho reports of the ARISS  contacts

https://reports.zoho.com/ZDBDataSheetView.cc?DBID=412218000000020415
****************************************************************************
Exp.  50 on orbit
Peggy Whitson

Exp. 51 on orbit
Jack Fischer  K2FSH
Fyodor Yurchikhin  RN3FI
****************************************************************************

73,
Charlie  Sufana AJ9N
One of the ARISS operation team  mentors








From sford at arrl.org  Wed Jun 14 15:28:46 2017
From: sford at arrl.org (Ford, Steve,  WB8IMY)
Date: Wed, 14 Jun 2017 15:28:46 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Call for Papers: Digital Communications Conference
Message-ID: <6BDF4F7F3613DC4E90A42F93921B47BD17D39498@EXCHANGE.ARRLHQ.ORG>

Technical papers are solicited for presentation at the 36th Annual ARRL/TAPR Digital Communications Conference, to be held September 15-17 in St Louis, Missouri at the Holiday Inn Airport West in Earth City. Papers will also be published in the Conference Proceedings. Authors do not need to attend the conference to have their papers included in the Proceedings. The submission deadline is July 31, 2017. Submit papers to via e-mail to maty at arrl.org<mailto:maty at arrl.org<mailto:maty at arrl.org%3cmailto:maty at arrl.org>>, or via post to Maty Weinberg, KB1EIB, ARRL, 225 Main St, Newington, CT 06111. Papers will be published exactly as submitted, and authors will retain all rights.




From petew2jv at verizon.net  Wed Jun 14 20:26:33 2017
From: petew2jv at verizon.net (W2JV)
Date: Wed, 14 Jun 2017 16:26:33 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Parks on the Air
Message-ID: <27580A463B03470DA398534992369716@DESKTOP8A7S6MK>

Good Afternoon,

I will be conducting amateur satellite demonstrations and an on site seminar tomorrow 6.15.2017, from 14:30 to 2100 U.  

The event will be an activation of Heckscher State Park- KFF-2070 under the WWFF Parks on the Air event, http://wwff.co/

I will use my call sign, W2JV from FN30.  In addition an HF station will be operating.

I hope to start with the FO-29- 14:44 U pass and pick up as many passes to 21:00 as possible, thank you.

73?s Peter
W2JV


From diehl.mike.a at gmail.com  Wed Jun 14 22:52:11 2017
From: diehl.mike.a at gmail.com (Mike Diehl)
Date: Wed, 14 Jun 2017 15:52:11 -0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] CM79 /mm
Message-ID: <D4C18991-BFA1-477D-AB4E-6EC41DCF28EF@gmail.com>

I'm currently considering another /mm activation of a hard to reach California grid, this time it's CM79. I see that there have been land expeditions in the past but the area is not very conducive to working satellites. Heavy tree cover and rugged land make it challenging to get to and operate from. Working from the coast isn't an option as the land is very steep leaving only really high passes and keeping a lot of people out of the footprint. 

That said, I think I've found enough excuses to need to go /mm again. There seems to be at least one charter out of Shelter Cove just north of CM79 that could potentially get me into a good spot to work the grid properly. Before I invest too much effort into researching my options I would like to know how much interest there is in this grid. I know several ops on twitter are lacking it in their logs but I would like to reach a larger audience to see who is interested. Let me know if this is something people would be interested in. 

73,

Mike Diehl
AI6GS 

From AJ9N at aol.com  Thu Jun 15 05:39:10 2017
From: AJ9N at aol.com (AJ9N at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 15 Jun 2017 01:39:10 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2017-06-15 05:30
	UTC
Message-ID: <183268.46c9b654.4673777e@aol.com>

Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2017-06-15  05:30 UTC

Quick list of scheduled contacts and  events:

Sochi, Russia, direct via TBD
The ISS callsign is  presently scheduled to be RS?ISS
The scheduled astronaut is Fyodor Yurchikhin  RN3FI
Contact is a go for Sat 2017-06-17 15:10 UTC 

Ufa, Russia,  direct via TBD 
The ISS callsign is presently scheduled to be RS?ISS 
The  scheduled astronaut is Fyodor Yurchikhin RN3FI 
Contact is a go for Fri  2017-06-23 08:25 UTC 

SCaN/Glenn Research Center, Brook Park, OH,  and the Girl Scouts of North 
East Ohio direct via NA8SA
The ISS callsign is  presently scheduled to be NA1SS 
The scheduled astronaut is Jack Fischer  K2FSH (***)
Contact is a go for: Fri 2017-06-23 14:25:09 UTC 70 deg  (***)

****************************************************************************
**

ARISS  is always glad to receive listener reports for the above contacts.  
ARISS  thanks everyone in advance for their assistance.  Feel free to send 
your  reports to aj9n at amsat.org or aj9n at aol.com.

Listen for the ISS on  the downlink of 145.8?  MHz.

****************************************************************************
***

All  ARISS contacts are made via the Kenwood radio unless otherwise  noted.

****************************************************************************
***

Several  of you have sent me emails asking about the RAC ARISS website and 
not being  able to get in.  That has now been changed to  
http://www.ariss.org/

Note that there are links to other ARISS  websites from this  site.

****************************************************************************
Looking  for something new to do?  How about receiving DATV from the  ISS?  
 
If interested, then please go to the ARISS-EU website for  complete 
details.  Look for the buttons indicating Ham  Video.                       
      

http://www.ariss-eu.org/    

If you need some  assistance, ARISS mentor Kerry N6IZW, might be able to 
provide some  insight.  Contact Kerry at  kbanke at sbcglobal.net
****************************************************************************
ARISS  congratulations the following mentors who have now mentored over 100 
 
schools:  

Satoshi 7M3TJZ with 123 
Gaston ON4WF with  123
Francesco IK?WGF with  119

****************************************************************************
The  webpages listed below were all reviewed for accuracy.  Out of date  
webpages were removed and new ones have been added.  If there are  
additional 
ARISS websites I need to know about, please let me  know.

Note, all times are approximate.  It is recommended that you  do your own 
orbital prediction or start listening about 10 minutes before  the listed 
time. 
All dates and times listed follow International  Standard ISO 8601 date and 
time format  YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS

The  complete schedule page has been updated as of 2017-06-15 05:30 UTC.  
(***)
Here you will find a listing of all scheduled school contacts, and  
questions, other ISS related websites, IRLP and Echolink websites, and  
instructions for any contact that may be streamed live.    

http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.txt

Total  number of ARISS ISS to earth school events is 1144.
Each school counts as 1  event.
Total number of ARISS ISS to earth school contacts is 1103.
Each  contact may have multiple schools sharing the same time slot.
Total number of  ARISS supported terrestrial contacts is 47. 

A complete year by year  breakdown of the contacts may be found in the  
file.
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf

Please  feel free to contact me if more detailed statistics are  needed.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

The  following US states and entities have never had an ARISS contact:
Arkansas,  Delaware, South Dakota, Wyoming, American Samoa, Guam, Northern 
Marianas  Islands, and the Virgin  Islands.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

QSL  information may be found at:   
http://www.ariss.org/qsl-cards.html  

ISS callsigns:  DP?ISS, IR?ISS, NA1SS, OR4ISS,  RS?ISS

****************************************************************************
The  successful school list has been updated as of 2017-06-14 04:00 UTC.  

http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/Successful_ARISS_schools.rtf

Frequency   chart for packet, voice, and crossband repeater modes showing 
Doppler   correction  as of 2005-07-29 04:00  UTC
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ISS_frequencies_and_Doppler_correction
.rtf

Listing  of ARISS related magazine articles as of 2006-07-10 03:30  UTC.
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ARISS_magazine_articles.rtf

Check  out the Zoho reports of the ARISS  contacts

https://reports.zoho.com/ZDBDataSheetView.cc?DBID=412218000000020415
****************************************************************************
Exp.  50 on orbit
Peggy Whitson

Exp. 51 on orbit
Jack Fischer  K2FSH
Fyodor Yurchikhin  RN3FI
****************************************************************************

73,
Charlie  Sufana AJ9N
One of the ARISS operation team  mentors








From camsat at vip.163.com  Thu Jun 15 05:54:26 2017
From: camsat at vip.163.com (Alan Kung)
Date: Thu, 15 Jun 2017 13:54:26 +0800 (CST)
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAMSAT CAS-4A and CAS-4B launched today
Message-ID: <59a4d670.520d.15caa51321f.Coremail.camsat@vip.163.com>

CAS-4A and CAS-4B Satellites from CAMSAT Launched today


Two CAMSAT?s armature radio payloads piggybacked on the optical remote sensing micro-satellites OVS-1A and OVS-1B have been launched at 11:00BJT on June 15, 2017 at The Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center of China, using CZ-4B launch vehicle. The primary of this launch is a hard X-ray modulation telescope satellite (HXMT).


? Satellite Name:  CAS-4A/OVS-1A
? Architecture: Micro-satellite
? Dimensions: 494Lx499Wx630H mm
? Mass: 55kg
? Stabilization: three-axis stabilization system with its +Y surface facing the earth
? Primary Payload: optical Camera with 1.98m resolution
? Orbit:
? Orbit type :       Sun synchronization orbit
? Apogee :         524km
? Inclination :       43?
? Period :          95.1min


? Amateur Radio Payload:
? Call sign: BJ1SK
? VHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located at +Z side 
? UHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located at -Z side
? CW Telemetry Beacon:                  145.855MHz     17dBm
? AX.25 4.8k Baud GMSK Telemetry:         145.835MHz     20dBm
? U/V Linear Transponder Downlink:         145.870MHz     20dBm, 20kHz, Inverted 
? U/V Linear Transponder Uplink:           435.220MHz




? Satellite Name:  CAS-4B/OVS-1B
? Architecture: Micro-satellite
?Dimensions: 494Lx499Wx630H mm
?Mass: 55kg
? Stabilization: three-axis stabilization system with its +Y surface facing the earth
? Primary Payload: optical Camera with 1.98m resolution
?Orbit:
? Orbit type :       Sun synchronization orbit
? Apogee :         524km
? Inclination :       43?
? Period :          95.1min


?Amateur Radio Payload:
? Call sign: BJ1SL
? VHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located at +Z side 
? UHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located at -Z side
? CW Telemetry Beacon:                   145.910MHz   17dBm
? AX.25 4.8k Baud GMSK Telemetry:          145.890MHz   20dBm
?U/V Linear Transponder Downlink:          145.925MHz    20dBm, 20kHz, Inverted
?U/V Linear Transponder Uplink:             435.280MHz


73!
Alan Kung, BA1DU





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From peternyy at verizon.net  Thu Jun 15 12:29:25 2017
From: peternyy at verizon.net (Peter)
Date: Thu, 15 Jun 2017 08:29:25 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] W2JV
Message-ID: <F0F2FBCC3F95485CAE94324392100214@DESKTOP8A7S6MK>

Test

From matthew at mrstevens.net  Thu Jun 15 13:26:29 2017
From: matthew at mrstevens.net (Matthew Stevens)
Date: Thu, 15 Jun 2017 09:26:29 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] W2JV
In-Reply-To: <F0F2FBCC3F95485CAE94324392100214@DESKTOP8A7S6MK>
References: <F0F2FBCC3F95485CAE94324392100214@DESKTOP8A7S6MK>
Message-ID: <F6B22C3A-E696-485D-B4C7-39D49A7F48F2@mrstevens.net>

Test received :-)

- Matthew kk4fem

Sent from my iPhone

> On Jun 15, 2017, at 08:29, Peter <peternyy at verizon.net> wrote:
> 
> Test
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From peternyy at verizon.net  Thu Jun 15 13:35:33 2017
From: peternyy at verizon.net (Peter)
Date: Thu, 15 Jun 2017 09:35:33 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] W2JV- POTA Activation
Message-ID: <2FD6943ECBEA46A09BA1A1FE66F727DC@DESKTOP8A7S6MK>

Hello,

I will be conducting amateur satellite demonstrations and an on site seminar today 6.15.2017, from 16:30 to 2100 U.  

The event will be an activation of Heckscher State Park- KFF-2070 under the WWFF Parks on the Air event

I will use my call sign, W2JV from FN30.  In addition an HF station will be operating.

I hope to start with the 17:08 U pass of AO-7 and pick up as many passes to 21:00 as possible, thank you.

73?s Peter
W2JV

From dave at druidnetworks.com  Thu Jun 15 15:38:02 2017
From: dave at druidnetworks.com (David Swanson)
Date: Thu, 15 Jun 2017 10:38:02 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] V31CI in Belize June 20th - 27th
Message-ID: <CANq+eyWVgmwJwWvgJNci-db+oa2tZ7KEAYV0G0MkOa57aL-G3A@mail.gmail.com>

Satellite Friends and Colleagues,

Next week from 6/20 thru 6/27 I'll be on Ambergris Caye, in the country of
Belize, in grid square EK67. I'll of course have a radio and an arrow with
me and I'm planning to operate as V31CI on selected satellite passes when
other non-ham tasks don't have me busy. Since V31NJ was just down there in
April, most of the serious grid chasers have already got their squares
filled in, so I'm going to focus on SO50, AO85, and FO29, where the passes
reach the most number of people possible. I do plan to try and get to EK68
and EK57 for at least one pass during the week (to increase my rover
totals). I'll announce my plans on Twitter @KG5CCI - so watch there for
updates.

Catch you on the birds.

73!

-Dave, KG5CCI

From scott23192 at gmail.com  Thu Jun 15 19:17:07 2017
From: scott23192 at gmail.com (Scott)
Date: Thu, 15 Jun 2017 15:17:07 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAMSAT CAS-4A and CAS-4B launched today
In-Reply-To: <59a4d670.520d.15caa51321f.Coremail.camsat@vip.163.com>
References: <59a4d670.520d.15caa51321f.Coremail.camsat@vip.163.com>
Message-ID: <31F744B01311495FAF2984F70101EE5A@CSI9020>

Is there any orbit info relative to other satellites yet?   Like what they 
are roughly near.  I know that's easier for ISS-deployed cubesats than 
launched objects.

Or better yet, even preliminary TLE's for either of these objects?

Thanks!

-Scott,  K4KDR




--------------------------------------------------------------------------------



-----Original Message----- 
From: Alan Kung
Sent: Thursday, June 15, 2017 1:54 AM
To: amsat-bb at AMSAT.Org
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAMSAT CAS-4A and CAS-4B launched today

CAS-4A and CAS-4B Satellites from CAMSAT Launched today


Two CAMSAT?s armature radio payloads piggybacked on the optical remote 
sensing micro-satellites OVS-1A and OVS-1B have been launched at 11:00BJT on 
June 15, 2017 at The Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center of China, using CZ-4B 
launch vehicle. The primary of this launch is a hard X-ray modulation 
telescope satellite (HXMT).


? Satellite Name:  CAS-4A/OVS-1A
? Architecture: Micro-satellite
? Dimensions: 494Lx499Wx630H mm
? Mass: 55kg
? Stabilization: three-axis stabilization system with its +Y surface facing 
the earth
? Primary Payload: optical Camera with 1.98m resolution
? Orbit:
? Orbit type :       Sun synchronization orbit
? Apogee :         524km
? Inclination :       43?
? Period :          95.1min


? Amateur Radio Payload:
? Call sign: BJ1SK
? VHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located at +Z 
side
? UHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located at -Z 
side
? CW Telemetry Beacon:                  145.855MHz     17dBm
? AX.25 4.8k Baud GMSK Telemetry:         145.835MHz     20dBm
? U/V Linear Transponder Downlink:         145.870MHz     20dBm, 20kHz, 
Inverted
? U/V Linear Transponder Uplink:           435.220MHz




? Satellite Name:  CAS-4B/OVS-1B
? Architecture: Micro-satellite
?Dimensions: 494Lx499Wx630H mm
?Mass: 55kg
? Stabilization: three-axis stabilization system with its +Y surface facing 
the earth
? Primary Payload: optical Camera with 1.98m resolution
?Orbit:
? Orbit type :       Sun synchronization orbit
? Apogee :         524km
? Inclination :       43?
? Period :          95.1min


?Amateur Radio Payload:
? Call sign: BJ1SL
? VHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located at +Z 
side
? UHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located at -Z 
side
? CW Telemetry Beacon:                   145.910MHz   17dBm
? AX.25 4.8k Baud GMSK Telemetry:          145.890MHz   20dBm
?U/V Linear Transponder Downlink:          145.925MHz    20dBm, 20kHz, 
Inverted
?U/V Linear Transponder Uplink:             435.280MHz


73!
Alan Kung, BA1DU 


From n8hm at arrl.net  Thu Jun 15 19:23:22 2017
From: n8hm at arrl.net (Paul Stoetzer)
Date: Thu, 15 Jun 2017 15:23:22 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAMSAT CAS-4A and CAS-4B launched today
In-Reply-To: <31F744B01311495FAF2984F70101EE5A@CSI9020>
References: <59a4d670.520d.15caa51321f.Coremail.camsat@vip.163.com>
	<31F744B01311495FAF2984F70101EE5A@CSI9020>
Message-ID: <CABzOSOrjeZdRKJ_O3YwuhHH+ArdLet57NYE=HuMK9Zui0BUMzA@mail.gmail.com>

There are four candidate objects in Celestrak's TLE-NEW file
(https://www.celestrak.com/NORAD/elements/tle-new.txt)

2017-034A
1 42758U 17034A 17166.44020951 .00000000 00000-0 00000+0 0 9996
2 42758 43.0132 296.0634 0006996 337.6257 22.4799 15.08374244 50
2017-034B
1 42759U 17034B 17166.44014948 -.00077158 00000-0 00000+0 0 9995
2 42759 43.0111 296.0584 0007012 333.6014 26.4991 15.08628895 40
2017-034C
1 42760U 17034C 17166.44015010 .00000000 00000-0 00000+0 0 9999
2 42760 43.0156 296.0555 0006945 344.9860 15.1295 15.08497794 52
2017-034D
1 42761U 17034D 17166.44008307 .00000000 00000-0 00000+0 0 9991
2 42761 43.0142 296.0593 0008314 328.2359 31.8502 15.08952386 37

Their North American passes have already occurred for today. KM0MMM,
AA5PK, and others have reported hearing the beacons. A video posted on
Twitter by KM0MMM of his SDR seems to show signals within the
transponder passband as well.

I will be listening on my next pass in Washington DC around 09:00 UTC
tomorrow morning.

73,

Paul, N8HM


On Thu, Jun 15, 2017 at 3:17 PM, Scott <scott23192 at gmail.com> wrote:
> Is there any orbit info relative to other satellites yet?   Like what they
> are roughly near.  I know that's easier for ISS-deployed cubesats than
> launched objects.
>
> Or better yet, even preliminary TLE's for either of these objects?
>
> Thanks!
>
> -Scott,  K4KDR
>
>
>
>
> --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
>
>
> -----Original Message----- From: Alan Kung
> Sent: Thursday, June 15, 2017 1:54 AM
> To: amsat-bb at AMSAT.Org
> Subject: [amsat-bb] CAMSAT CAS-4A and CAS-4B launched today
>
>
> CAS-4A and CAS-4B Satellites from CAMSAT Launched today
>
>
> Two CAMSAT?s armature radio payloads piggybacked on the optical remote
> sensing micro-satellites OVS-1A and OVS-1B have been launched at 11:00BJT on
> June 15, 2017 at The Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center of China, using CZ-4B
> launch vehicle. The primary of this launch is a hard X-ray modulation
> telescope satellite (HXMT).
>
>
> ? Satellite Name:  CAS-4A/OVS-1A
> ? Architecture: Micro-satellite
> ? Dimensions: 494Lx499Wx630H mm
> ? Mass: 55kg
> ? Stabilization: three-axis stabilization system with its +Y surface facing
> the earth
> ? Primary Payload: optical Camera with 1.98m resolution
> ? Orbit:
> ? Orbit type :       Sun synchronization orbit
> ? Apogee :         524km
> ? Inclination :       43?
> ? Period :          95.1min
>
>
> ? Amateur Radio Payload:
> ? Call sign: BJ1SK
> ? VHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located at +Z
> side
> ? UHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located at -Z
> side
> ? CW Telemetry Beacon:                  145.855MHz     17dBm
> ? AX.25 4.8k Baud GMSK Telemetry:         145.835MHz     20dBm
> ? U/V Linear Transponder Downlink:         145.870MHz     20dBm, 20kHz,
> Inverted
> ? U/V Linear Transponder Uplink:           435.220MHz
>
>
>
>
> ? Satellite Name:  CAS-4B/OVS-1B
> ? Architecture: Micro-satellite
> ?Dimensions: 494Lx499Wx630H mm
> ?Mass: 55kg
> ? Stabilization: three-axis stabilization system with its +Y surface facing
> the earth
> ? Primary Payload: optical Camera with 1.98m resolution
> ?Orbit:
> ? Orbit type :       Sun synchronization orbit
> ? Apogee :         524km
> ? Inclination :       43?
> ? Period :          95.1min
>
>
> ?Amateur Radio Payload:
> ? Call sign: BJ1SL
> ? VHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located at +Z
> side
> ? UHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located at -Z
> side
> ? CW Telemetry Beacon:                   145.910MHz   17dBm
> ? AX.25 4.8k Baud GMSK Telemetry:          145.890MHz   20dBm
> ?U/V Linear Transponder Downlink:          145.925MHz    20dBm, 20kHz,
> Inverted
> ?U/V Linear Transponder Uplink:             435.280MHz
>
>
> 73!
> Alan Kung, BA1DU
> _______________________________________________
> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions
> expressed
> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
> AMSAT-NA.
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From matthew at mrstevens.net  Thu Jun 15 19:23:35 2017
From: matthew at mrstevens.net (Matthew Stevens)
Date: Thu, 15 Jun 2017 15:23:35 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAMSAT CAS-4A and CAS-4B launched today
In-Reply-To: <31F744B01311495FAF2984F70101EE5A@CSI9020>
References: <59a4d670.520d.15caa51321f.Coremail.camsat@vip.163.com>
	<31F744B01311495FAF2984F70101EE5A@CSI9020>
Message-ID: <CAN8zKtS_ctwST_CvL97z56KhDj2xwcUnHOuLVcN2DtmkT-T6Fw@mail.gmail.com>

The page at http://www.amsat.org/?p=6080 has been updated with the most
likely keps from celestrack tle-new.

?73,?

- Matthew
? kk4fem?


On Thu, Jun 15, 2017 at 3:17 PM, Scott <scott23192 at gmail.com> wrote:

> Is there any orbit info relative to other satellites yet?   Like what they
> are roughly near.  I know that's easier for ISS-deployed cubesats than
> launched objects.
>
> Or better yet, even preliminary TLE's for either of these objects?
>
> Thanks!
>
> -Scott,  K4KDR
>
>
>
>
> ------------------------------------------------------------
> --------------------
>
>
>
> -----Original Message----- From: Alan Kung
> Sent: Thursday, June 15, 2017 1:54 AM
> To: amsat-bb at AMSAT.Org
> Subject: [amsat-bb] CAMSAT CAS-4A and CAS-4B launched today
>
> CAS-4A and CAS-4B Satellites from CAMSAT Launched today
>
>
> Two CAMSAT?s armature radio payloads piggybacked on the optical remote
> sensing micro-satellites OVS-1A and OVS-1B have been launched at 11:00BJT
> on June 15, 2017 at The Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center of China, using
> CZ-4B launch vehicle. The primary of this launch is a hard X-ray modulation
> telescope satellite (HXMT).
>
>
> ? Satellite Name:  CAS-4A/OVS-1A
> ? Architecture: Micro-satellite
> ? Dimensions: 494Lx499Wx630H mm
> ? Mass: 55kg
> ? Stabilization: three-axis stabilization system with its +Y surface
> facing the earth
> ? Primary Payload: optical Camera with 1.98m resolution
> ? Orbit:
> ? Orbit type :       Sun synchronization orbit
> ? Apogee :         524km
> ? Inclination :       43?
> ? Period :          95.1min
>
>
> ? Amateur Radio Payload:
> ? Call sign: BJ1SK
> ? VHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located at
> +Z side
> ? UHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located at
> -Z side
> ? CW Telemetry Beacon:                  145.855MHz     17dBm
> ? AX.25 4.8k Baud GMSK Telemetry:         145.835MHz     20dBm
> ? U/V Linear Transponder Downlink:         145.870MHz     20dBm, 20kHz,
> Inverted
> ? U/V Linear Transponder Uplink:           435.220MHz
>
>
>
>
> ? Satellite Name:  CAS-4B/OVS-1B
> ? Architecture: Micro-satellite
> ?Dimensions: 494Lx499Wx630H mm
> ?Mass: 55kg
> ? Stabilization: three-axis stabilization system with its +Y surface
> facing the earth
> ? Primary Payload: optical Camera with 1.98m resolution
> ?Orbit:
> ? Orbit type :       Sun synchronization orbit
> ? Apogee :         524km
> ? Inclination :       43?
> ? Period :          95.1min
>
>
> ?Amateur Radio Payload:
> ? Call sign: BJ1SL
> ? VHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located at
> +Z side
> ? UHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located at
> -Z side
> ? CW Telemetry Beacon:                   145.910MHz   17dBm
> ? AX.25 4.8k Baud GMSK Telemetry:          145.890MHz   20dBm
> ?U/V Linear Transponder Downlink:          145.925MHz    20dBm, 20kHz,
> Inverted
> ?U/V Linear Transponder Uplink:             435.280MHz
>
>
> 73!
> Alan Kung, BA1DU
> _______________________________________________
> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions
> expressed
> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
> AMSAT-NA.
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From hamsat at xs4all.nl  Thu Jun 15 19:23:38 2017
From: hamsat at xs4all.nl (Nico Janssen)
Date: Thu, 15 Jun 2017 21:23:38 +0200
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAMSAT CAS-4A and CAS-4B launched today
In-Reply-To: <31F744B01311495FAF2984F70101EE5A@CSI9020>
References: <59a4d670.520d.15caa51321f.Coremail.camsat@vip.163.com>
	<31F744B01311495FAF2984F70101EE5A@CSI9020>
Message-ID: <714baa45-76c5-a5a1-6886-709e17ba9c36@xs4all.nl>


For CAS 4A/OVS 1A and CAS 4B/OVS 1B TLE sets see objects in
the range 42758 to 42761.

73,
Nico PA0DLO


On 15-06-17 21:17, Scott wrote:
> Is there any orbit info relative to other satellites yet?   Like what 
> they are roughly near.  I know that's easier for ISS-deployed cubesats 
> than launched objects.
>
> Or better yet, even preliminary TLE's for either of these objects?
>
> Thanks!
>
> -Scott,  K4KDR
>
>
>
>
> -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 
>
>
>
>
> -----Original Message----- From: Alan Kung
> Sent: Thursday, June 15, 2017 1:54 AM
> To: amsat-bb at AMSAT.Org
> Subject: [amsat-bb] CAMSAT CAS-4A and CAS-4B launched today
>
> CAS-4A and CAS-4B Satellites from CAMSAT Launched today
>
>
> Two CAMSAT?s armature radio payloads piggybacked on the optical remote 
> sensing micro-satellites OVS-1A and OVS-1B have been launched at 
> 11:00BJT on June 15, 2017 at The Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center of 
> China, using CZ-4B launch vehicle. The primary of this launch is a 
> hard X-ray modulation telescope satellite (HXMT).
>
>
> ? Satellite Name:  CAS-4A/OVS-1A
> ? Architecture: Micro-satellite
> ? Dimensions: 494Lx499Wx630H mm
> ? Mass: 55kg
> ? Stabilization: three-axis stabilization system with its +Y surface 
> facing the earth
> ? Primary Payload: optical Camera with 1.98m resolution
> ? Orbit:
> ? Orbit type :       Sun synchronization orbit
> ? Apogee :         524km
> ? Inclination :       43?
> ? Period :          95.1min
>
>
> ? Amateur Radio Payload:
> ? Call sign: BJ1SK
> ? VHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located 
> at +Z side
> ? UHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located 
> at -Z side
> ? CW Telemetry Beacon:                  145.855MHz     17dBm
> ? AX.25 4.8k Baud GMSK Telemetry:         145.835MHz     20dBm
> ? U/V Linear Transponder Downlink:         145.870MHz     20dBm, 
> 20kHz, Inverted
> ? U/V Linear Transponder Uplink:           435.220MHz
>
>
>
>
> ? Satellite Name:  CAS-4B/OVS-1B
> ? Architecture: Micro-satellite
> ?Dimensions: 494Lx499Wx630H mm
> ?Mass: 55kg
> ? Stabilization: three-axis stabilization system with its +Y surface 
> facing the earth
> ? Primary Payload: optical Camera with 1.98m resolution
> ?Orbit:
> ? Orbit type :       Sun synchronization orbit
> ? Apogee :         524km
> ? Inclination :       43?
> ? Period :          95.1min
>
>
> ?Amateur Radio Payload:
> ? Call sign: BJ1SL
> ? VHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located 
> at +Z side
> ? UHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located 
> at -Z side
> ? CW Telemetry Beacon:                   145.910MHz   17dBm
> ? AX.25 4.8k Baud GMSK Telemetry:          145.890MHz   20dBm
> ?U/V Linear Transponder Downlink:          145.925MHz    20dBm, 20kHz, 
> Inverted
> ?U/V Linear Transponder Uplink:             435.280MHz
>
>
> 73!
> Alan Kung, BA1DU
> _______________________________________________
> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. 
> Opinions expressed
> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views 
> of AMSAT-NA.
> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite 
> program!
> Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb


From lu2dpw at yahoo.com.ar  Thu Jun 15 21:56:40 2017
From: lu2dpw at yahoo.com.ar (LU2DPW Juan Carlos)
Date: Thu, 15 Jun 2017 21:56:40 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] Copy the beacons of CAS-4A and CAS-4B over Argentina.
References: <698892686.3924705.1497563800281.ref@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <698892686.3924705.1497563800281@mail.yahoo.com>

Hi to all

I copy the beacons of CAS-4A and CAS-4B over Argentina at 21:08 UTC

I try over transponders but not copy my down.
Very strong GMSK digital telemetry.
Also copy spurius CW beacon.
I'm using YAESU FT-726R and Swiss Quad Antenna in RX.
My congratulations to CAMSAT on the launch and success in the experiments.


73 de Juan LU2DPW - Mercedes (BsAs) -? GF05gi

From lu2dpw at yahoo.com.ar  Thu Jun 15 22:09:00 2017
From: lu2dpw at yahoo.com.ar (LU2DPW Juan Carlos)
Date: Thu, 15 Jun 2017 22:09:00 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] Copy the beacons of CAS-4A and CAS-4B over Argentina
References: <188750197.13609241.1497564540193.ref@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <188750197.13609241.1497564540193@mail.yahoo.com>

Hi to all

I copy the beacons of CAS-4A and CAS-4B over Argentina at 21:08 UTC

I try over transponders but not copy my down.
Very strong GMSK digital telemetry.
Also copy spurius CW beacon.
I'm using YAESU FT-726R and Swiss Quad Antenna in RX.
My congratulations to CAMSAT on the launch and success in the experiments.


73 de Juan LU2DPW - Mercedes (BsAs) -? GF05gi

From lu2dpw at yahoo.com.ar  Thu Jun 15 22:48:04 2017
From: lu2dpw at yahoo.com.ar (LU2DPW Juan Carlos)
Date: Thu, 15 Jun 2017 22:48:04 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] Copy the beacons of CAS-4A and CAS-4B over Argentina.
References: <2034199868.13607049.1497566884719.ref@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <2034199868.13607049.1497566884719@mail.yahoo.com>

Hi to all

I copy the beacons of CAS-4A and CAS-4B over Argentina at 21:08 UTC

I try over transponders but not copy my down.
Very strong GMSK digital telemetry.
Also copy spurius CW beacon.
I'm using YAESU FT-726R and Swiss Quad Antenna in RX.
My congratulations to CAMSAT on the launch and success in the experiments.

73 de Juan LU2DPW - Mercedes (BsAs) -? GF05gi

From pconver at gmail.com  Thu Jun 15 23:32:51 2017
From: pconver at gmail.com (Pedro Converso)
Date: Thu, 15 Jun 2017 20:32:51 -0300
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS-4A & CAS-4B
Message-ID: <CANTZqK=H_SzVQJxVnAKgqrhH4Px9SypYxssqSspwkWUdWiPO_g@mail.gmail.com>

Strong CW copy of these new SSB birds in South America.

Hope soon linear transponders are enabled.

Tracking available http://amsat.org.ar/pass?sat=cas4a

73, LU7ABF, Pedro

From pconver at gmail.com  Thu Jun 15 23:40:35 2017
From: pconver at gmail.com (Pedro Converso)
Date: Thu, 15 Jun 2017 20:40:35 -0300
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS-4A & CAS-4B (corrected link)
Message-ID: <CANTZqKnyqzpX0NLZMJ5FcRxdOaMK+tPQ9oFEDj-PbFaqb_etvQ@mail.gmail.com>

Strong CW copy of these new SSB birds in South America.

Hope soon linear transponders are enabled.

Tracking available http://amsat.org.ar/pass.htm?sat=cas4a

73, LU7ABF, Pedro

From k8bl at ameritech.net  Thu Jun 15 22:23:59 2017
From: k8bl at ameritech.net (R.T.Liddy)
Date: Thu, 15 Jun 2017 22:23:59 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] LOTW QSL - K8BL Rover Glitch
In-Reply-To: <CAFABCXAJbGgeG3-6kDJCF=3eWSC0KPL+MQy5YFenFmbN+_0y_g@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAFABCXAJbGgeG3-6kDJCF=3eWSC0KPL+MQy5YFenFmbN+_0y_g@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <132116952.11004198.1497565439610@mail.yahoo.com>

Dave, et al:
My logging program did a wacky thing when I uploaded Q's from
the VHF Contest. It sent my Rover Q's from the last few years to
LoTW and they were overwritten with my home Grid! I spent over
4 hours the other night taking the original rover files and reloaded
the original Log Files from my trips, but LoTW didn't overwrite
the bad Q's with the correct info. LoTW is sitting there with BOTH
data, but not confirming the correct Grid. The data just sits there
side-by-side. I have been working with the LoTW Help Desk and it is
being looked at for resolution. Hopefully, they'll have something to

fix things soon. They have been very cooperative fixing whatever I did
to cause the problem.SRI,   Bob  K8BL


----------------------------------------------------------------

________________________________ 
From: David Jaeger <yogiwn9q at gmail.com> 
To: k8bl at ameritech.net 
Sent: Thursday, June 15, 2017 2:17 PM 
Subject: LOTW QSL 



Hello Bob, 
I was checking my log against LOTW and noticed something.  My log shows 
us having a QSO on FO29 on 5/25/2017 at 14:49 and you were in FM27,FM28. 
LOTW shows EN91 as indicated on the attachment.  Could you check it out 
to see if I did something wrong on this end? 

Thanks & 73, 
Dave,   WN9Q

From gabrielzeifman at gmail.com  Fri Jun 16 07:30:57 2017
From: gabrielzeifman at gmail.com (Gabriel Zeifman)
Date: Fri, 16 Jun 2017 02:30:57 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Iceland/Greenland/Faroe Islands on Satellite July 4-19
Message-ID: <CAEGYLCsYXTznhTAmgGMXnY=GddwE90nCpT+AqsVqABR3HPqbGw@mail.gmail.com>

Hello bird peoples of the night,

Good news. I have finalized plans for an upcoming trip to Iceland,
Greenland, and the Faroe Islands. Once again, this is a trip with family so
radio is not my priority. I will put forth my best effort to give these
rare entities and associated grids to everyone in range.

I will be arriving in Iceland at about 0000Z on July 5 and spend one night
at the hotel on the airport (access to HP83/84 line). We will be in Iceland
until July 10 with numerous grids in the HP and IP fields possible, no
strict plan yet.

We will continue on to the Faroe Islands July 10-14. I will make an effort
to operate from both IP61 and IP62 while in the Faroes.

Finally, we will head to Greenland on July 14th staying until the 18th. The
destination in Greenland is Ilulissat in GP49. I do not anticipate any
other grids to be activated in Greenland, although if there is an
opportunity I will, but I don't expect any opportunities. From GP49 all of
North/Central America and Europe should be in range, along with portions of
South America, Asia, and Africa, much of it even possible on SO-50. I
anticipate a nearly perfect horizon to the west.

On the 19th we travel back to the US with a several hour connection in
Iceland. I will also have two nights on the beginning and end in New York
City, and July 21-25 in Florida (anyone who needs EM90, hit me up).

In exciting news, this very well may be the last DX use of NJ7H. Don't
worry, I am not retired from roving. I am beginning my training at the FAA
as an air traffic controller on July 26th and will be very busy with that.
I expect facility placement in late October, and I am requesting Alaska.
Although I cannot yet be certain, I have been told that I should expect to
receive my request.

QSLing for this trip will be via LoTW. I still need to get some new generic
cards printed, but if you need paper I'll get cards printed eventually,
just don't expect rush service (I have some from other trips in the
backlog, don't worry I havn't forgotten).

Calls to be used:

Iceland: TF/NJ7H
Greenland: OX/NJ7H
Faroe Islands: OY/NJ7H

73 and mind the ERP,

Gabe
NJ7H/VE6NJH

From GW1FKY at aol.com  Fri Jun 16 09:28:41 2017
From: GW1FKY at aol.com (GW1FKY at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 16 Jun 2017 05:28:41 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS 4A (OVS-1A ) and CAS 4B ( OVS -1B ) heard
Message-ID: <1527a9.2849577.4674fec9@aol.com>

Just to report that I heard CAS 4A and CAS 4B satellites today 16th June  
2017 during a pass 0915 hrs GMT.
CAS 4A beacon 145.855 Mhz +/-  and AX25 145.835 Mhz +/-  
CAS 4B beacon 145.910 Mhz +/-  and AX25 145.890 Mhz +/-
Both satellites very strong signals and I was using the keps from  
Celestrak.com  ( New launches )  
No activity on transponders.
Ken Eaton
GW1FKY
South Wales - UK

From py4zbz at yahoo.com  Fri Jun 16 12:02:23 2017
From: py4zbz at yahoo.com (Roland Zurmely)
Date: Fri, 16 Jun 2017 12:02:23 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] LilacSat-1
References: <1090296099.11385463.1497614543304.ref@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <1090296099.11385463.1497614543304@mail.yahoo.com>

See and hear here QSO in digital voice on LilacSat-1:

<http://www.qsl.net/py4zbz/lilac1.htm>
73 de Roland PY4ZBZ
 
|  | Livre de v?rus. www.avast.com.  |


From py5lf at falautomation.com.br  Fri Jun 16 12:57:11 2017
From: py5lf at falautomation.com.br (PY5LF)
Date: Fri, 16 Jun 2017 09:57:11 -0300
Subject: [amsat-bb] LilacSat-1
In-Reply-To: <1090296099.11385463.1497614543304@mail.yahoo.com>
References: <1090296099.11385463.1497614543304.ref@mail.yahoo.com>
	<1090296099.11385463.1497614543304@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <CAAy53m5ia=zhDP+ZoJzo6_JT9syDZzKr1DCngOGt-yXAsNq1Vw@mail.gmail.com>

Roland
Thank you for more one QSO via Lilacasat 1 . The pass today was wonderfull
, we talk as good as any other satellite .
I have changed my computer for a better one , Core I3 , but see no
improvmente . The old Celeron works nice, enough for this application.
73

2017-06-16 9:02 GMT-03:00 Roland Zurmely via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>:

> See and hear here QSO in digital voice on LilacSat-1:
>
> <http://www.qsl.net/py4zbz/lilac1.htm>
> 73 de Roland PY4ZBZ
>
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>
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From fredcastello at gmail.com  Fri Jun 16 15:03:49 2017
From: fredcastello at gmail.com (Fred Castello)
Date: Fri, 16 Jun 2017 11:03:49 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] ? Sked Allowed for Field Day?
Message-ID: <bf4742a1-37c3-4773-5cee-c60f108a565f@gmail.com>

Hi Folks,

I have read through the Field Day rules and was looking for if it was 
not allowable to make a sked for a contact during Field Day. I could not 
find such a rule, but may have missed it.  If it is allowed, would 
anyone be interested in setting up a sked?  I am in the Shenandoah 
Valley of Virginia grid FM08.  Would probably prefer to use an SSB 
satellite.  If this is disallowed, that is fine, please don't blow me 
up.....

Best Regards,

Fred - KF4FC


From n8hm at arrl.net  Fri Jun 16 15:15:52 2017
From: n8hm at arrl.net (Paul Stoetzer)
Date: Fri, 16 Jun 2017 11:15:52 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] ? Sked Allowed for Field Day?
In-Reply-To: <bf4742a1-37c3-4773-5cee-c60f108a565f@gmail.com>
References: <bf4742a1-37c3-4773-5cee-c60f108a565f@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CABzOSOod6nae0LSvO=xXT9VFpPKN3iDzUYi7Onvs8K09h9NkqQ@mail.gmail.com>

Yes, skeds are permitted if set up by non-amateur means PRIOR to the
start of Field Day. The "General Rules for All ARRL Contests" apply to
Field Day and prohibit making skeds by non-amateur means during the
contest period.

However, you won't need to set up a sked to make a QSO. All of the
satellites will be packed with stations during Field Day. Just get on
and make QSOs. Please be sure to practice with your equipment before
Field Day.

73,

Paul, N8HM

On Fri, Jun 16, 2017 at 11:03 AM, Fred Castello <fredcastello at gmail.com> wrote:
> Hi Folks,
>
> I have read through the Field Day rules and was looking for if it was not
> allowable to make a sked for a contact during Field Day. I could not find
> such a rule, but may have missed it.  If it is allowed, would anyone be
> interested in setting up a sked?  I am in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia
> grid FM08.  Would probably prefer to use an SSB satellite.  If this is
> disallowed, that is fine, please don't blow me up.....
>
> Best Regards,
>
> Fred - KF4FC
>
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From k8bl at ameritech.net  Fri Jun 16 15:17:54 2017
From: k8bl at ameritech.net (R.T.Liddy)
Date: Fri, 16 Jun 2017 15:17:54 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] LOTW QSL - K8BL Rover Glitch
In-Reply-To: <CAN8zKtRG4drn-WqLQwN4kNoeKqZY=n9T534h6BN39zUZvUT2Tw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAFABCXAJbGgeG3-6kDJCF=3eWSC0KPL+MQy5YFenFmbN+_0y_g@mail.gmail.com>
	<132116952.11004198.1497565439610@mail.yahoo.com>
	<CAN8zKtRG4drn-WqLQwN4kNoeKqZY=n9T534h6BN39zUZvUT2Tw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <1944315217.3557441.1497626274639@mail.yahoo.com>

Hi Matthew,

I think the Canadian Rover Grids of mine escaped somehow. My suspicion 
is that K8BL/VEx didn't get thrown in with the ones from plain K8BL, possibly
because they have a different DXCC Country Code. Dunno!! LoTW Gurus at
ARRL are still analyzing and helpful.

TNX/73,    Bob  K8BL

P.S.  Bruce KK5DO sent a good suggestion, but LoTW asked me to standby until
    they finish their analysis.
________________________________
From: Matthew Stevens <matthew at mrstevens.net>
To: R.T.Liddy <k8bl at ameritech.net> 
Cc: David Jaeger <yogiwn9q at gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, June 16, 2017 12:11 AM
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] LOTW QSL - K8BL Rover Glitch

Hi Bob,

Some of mine have been restored, FM16/26 and EL87, along with a couple
others. There are still some missing however. Thanks for going to the
extra effort to sort it all out!

73,

- Matthew kk4fem

On Thu, Jun 15, 2017 at 6:23 PM, R.T.Liddy <k8bl at ameritech.net> wrote:
> Dave, et al:
> My logging program did a wacky thing when I uploaded Q's from
> the VHF Contest. It sent my Rover Q's from the last few years to
> LoTW and they were overwritten with my home Grid! I spent over
> 4 hours the other night taking the original rover files and reloaded
> the original Log Files from my trips, but LoTW didn't overwrite
> the bad Q's with the correct info. LoTW is sitting there with BOTH
> data, but not confirming the correct Grid. The data just sits there
> side-by-side. I have been working with the LoTW Help Desk and it is
> being looked at for resolution. Hopefully, they'll have something to>
> fix things soon. They have been very cooperative fixing whatever I did
> to cause the problem. SRI,   Bob  K8BL
>
----------------------------------------------------------------
> ________________________________
> From: David Jaeger <yogiwn9q at gmail.com>
> To: k8bl at ameritech.net
> Sent: Thursday, June 15, 2017 2:17 PM
> Subject: LOTW QSL
>
> Hello Bob,
> I was checking my log against LOTW and noticed something.  My log shows
> us having a QSO on FO29 on 5/25/2017 at 14:49 and you were in FM27,FM28.
> LOTW shows EN91 as indicated on the attachment.  Could you check it out
> to see if I did something wrong on this end?
>
> Thanks & 73,
> Dave,   WN9Q

From dquagliana at gmail.com  Fri Jun 16 16:30:40 2017
From: dquagliana at gmail.com (Douglas Quagliana)
Date: Fri, 16 Jun 2017 11:30:40 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS4A CAS4B SDR recordings?
Message-ID: <8F24C7B9-23B3-4224-9F61-73BF2702A683@gmail.com>

Does anyone have an SDR recording of CAS4A / CAS4B? I would like to try to demodulate and decode the 4800 baud telemetry signals and see what they say.

Regards,
Douglas

From ingejack at cox.net  Fri Jun 16 17:51:19 2017
From: ingejack at cox.net (ingejack at cox.net)
Date: Fri, 16 Jun 2017 10:51:19 -0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS-4A and CAS-4B
Message-ID: <20170616135120.8QHAM.316592.imail@fed1rmwml114>

Beacons on Cas-4a  and Cas-4b were very strong this morning at 171u UTC.. Transponders not yet turned on  JACK-KC7MG

From godetj at wanadoo.fr  Fri Jun 16 18:31:05 2017
From: godetj at wanadoo.fr (Jean-Pierre Godet)
Date: Fri, 16 Jun 2017 18:31:05 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS4A CAS4B SDR recordings?
In-Reply-To: <8F24C7B9-23B3-4224-9F61-73BF2702A683@gmail.com>
References: <8F24C7B9-23B3-4224-9F61-73BF2702A683@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <d1e43da7-b51b-c67f-64c7-13a1e6b0d4b9@wanadoo.fr>

   Hi Douglas, all,

   On the next passes over the south of western Europe, tomorrow 
morning, I will record an i/q file and give you a link to download it 
(caution : 1 mn ==> 100 MB).

   Despite the fact that the two birds here never climbs very high above 
the horizon, maybe 30 deg., the signal is very strong and the 
demodulation of the 4800 bps GMSK telemetry very easy. During the pass, 
you doesn't lose a frame.
   Conditions : GPA + preamplifier in the attic, FCD-Pro+, Gqrx (SDR 
prgm), Gpredict (Doppler shift tracking), DireWolf 1200/2400/4800/9600 
bps FSK/GMSK demodulator).

   Have a nice evening, 73 !

   J-P F5YG

On 16/06/2017 16:30, Douglas Quagliana wrote:
> Does anyone have an SDR recording of CAS4A / CAS4B? I would like to try to demodulate and decode the 4800 baud telemetry signals and see what they say.
> 
> Regards,
> Douglas
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From matthew at mrstevens.net  Fri Jun 16 18:48:14 2017
From: matthew at mrstevens.net (Matthew Stevens)
Date: Fri, 16 Jun 2017 14:48:14 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] IC-821H problems
In-Reply-To: <45706336.8028256.1497161148084@mail.yahoo.com>
References: <EC333CCF-0915-45AC-B856-267B364475B6@mrstevens.net>
	<45706336.8028256.1497161148084@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <CAN8zKtRZK3DuDumLfitK16oUiRgMrU87ong0tcQ7aM1W_ZQ7KA@mail.gmail.com>

Yes, I do. Interestingly, I have not had any problems with FM in
either mode J or B. The other day I worked AO-85 successfully, and
immediately switched to EO-79, 2m SSB downlink. I heard no telemetry
or anything else. Then I pointed the antenna over towards some nearby
powerlines, which normally create a lot of annoying static on 2m -
nothing heard. I removed the coax from the 2m jack, and observed a
drop in the noise level (very slight), reconnected the coax and
checked over towards the power lines again, with the same result. I
wasn't hearing anything on 2m SSB, after I had, minutes before, had no
issues hearing on 2m FM.

I'm glad I have other radios to use in the meantime, while I try to
figure this out :-)

73


- Matthew kk4fem


On Sun, Jun 11, 2017 at 2:05 AM, Nitin Muttin <vu3tyg at yahoo.co.in> wrote:
>
> Hi Matthew,
>
> On 2m when on FM mode do you hear the white noise when you open the squelch.
>
> 73
> Nitin [VU3TYG]
>
>
> ________________________________
> From: Matthew Stevens <matthew at mrstevens.net>
> To: amsat-bb at amsat.org
> Sent: Saturday, 10 June 2017 7:06 PM
> Subject: [amsat-bb] IC-821H problems
>
> I'm having a strange issue with my 821. Periodically I lose all sensitivity, which I've particularly noticed on 2m SSB. I can attach and detach an antenna with no change in the noise level, and can't hear anything in the receiver (like the XW-2* beacons, or the AO-73 telemetry). Resetting the radio seems to fix it.
>
> It doesn't appear to be affecting 70cm, although I haven't had much chance to test that (there's not always a mode j sat up at the same time as a mode b one, and when it happens I'm normally just trying to reset the radio as fast as I can do I can operate the pass). Has anyone experienced anything like this before?
>
> 73,
>
> - Matthew kk4fem
>
> Sent from my iPhone
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From godetj at wanadoo.fr  Fri Jun 16 19:03:30 2017
From: godetj at wanadoo.fr (Jean-Pierre Godet)
Date: Fri, 16 Jun 2017 19:03:30 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS4A CAS4B SDR recordings?
In-Reply-To: <d1e43da7-b51b-c67f-64c7-13a1e6b0d4b9@wanadoo.fr>
References: <8F24C7B9-23B3-4224-9F61-73BF2702A683@gmail.com>
	<d1e43da7-b51b-c67f-64c7-13a1e6b0d4b9@wanadoo.fr>
Message-ID: <298c03ff-29c6-5b6a-84c9-5d75a57a1639@wanadoo.fr>

   Douglas, if this can help, you will find here :
http://f5yg.pagesperso-orange.fr/incoming/CAS-4A_telemetry.txt
152 frames of the pass, orbit nr 17, this morning June 16th, starting at 
0730 UTC, each frame 147 bytes (coded hexa).

   73 !

   J-P F5YG

On 16/06/2017 18:31, Jean-Pierre Godet wrote:
>    Hi Douglas, all,
> 
>    On the next passes over the south of western Europe, tomorrow 
> morning, I will record an i/q file and give you a link to download it 
> (caution : 1 mn ==> 100 MB).
> 
>    Despite the fact that the two birds here never climbs very high above 
> the horizon, maybe 30 deg., the signal is very strong and the 
> demodulation of the 4800 bps GMSK telemetry very easy. During the pass, 
> you doesn't lose a frame.
>    Conditions : GPA + preamplifier in the attic, FCD-Pro+, Gqrx (SDR 
> prgm), Gpredict (Doppler shift tracking), DireWolf 1200/2400/4800/9600 
> bps FSK/GMSK demodulator).
> 
>    Have a nice evening, 73 !
> 
>    J-P F5YG
> 
> On 16/06/2017 16:30, Douglas Quagliana wrote:
>> Does anyone have an SDR recording of CAS4A / CAS4B? I would like to 
>> try to demodulate and decode the 4800 baud telemetry signals and see 
>> what they say.
>>
>> Regards,
>> Douglas
>> _______________________________________________
>> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
>> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. 
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>> of AMSAT-NA.
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>> program!
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From redski at bellsouth.net  Fri Jun 16 19:13:55 2017
From: redski at bellsouth.net (W M WILLOUGHBY)
Date: Fri, 16 Jun 2017 14:13:55 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] LilacSat-1
Message-ID: <9A228E0D-63B2-468E-B039-B458AD964172@bellsouth.net>

Does this bird have a "Satellite Name" designation for uploading QSOs to LoTW yet?
Thanks,
Red
KC4LE



From ingejack at cox.net  Fri Jun 16 19:26:21 2017
From: ingejack at cox.net (ingejack at cox.net)
Date: Fri, 16 Jun 2017 12:26:21 -0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS-4A and CAS-4B
Message-ID: <20170616152621.8ODOZ.317052.imail@fed1rmwml114>

The beacon cw id  BJ1SK is definitely CAS-4A  Object number 2017-034A
and the beacon cw id BJ1SL is definitely CAS-4B Object number 2017-034B
according to the recording made at 1715 UTC today June 16, 2017     KC7MG

From n8hm at arrl.net  Fri Jun 16 19:27:49 2017
From: n8hm at arrl.net (Paul Stoetzer)
Date: Fri, 16 Jun 2017 15:27:49 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] LilacSat-1
In-Reply-To: <9A228E0D-63B2-468E-B039-B458AD964172@bellsouth.net>
References: <9A228E0D-63B2-468E-B039-B458AD964172@bellsouth.net>
Message-ID: <CABzOSOoFPYJ6YesLX6fStgRpL6TsxsA_bGoRW3AJya-2G-dytg@mail.gmail.com>

Not yet.

73,

Paul, N8HM

On Fri, Jun 16, 2017 at 3:13 PM, W M WILLOUGHBY <redski at bellsouth.net> wrote:
> Does this bird have a "Satellite Name" designation for uploading QSOs to LoTW yet?
> Thanks,
> Red
> KC4LE
>
>
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From smedbury at windstream.net  Fri Jun 16 20:02:00 2017
From: smedbury at windstream.net (Scott Medbury)
Date: Fri, 16 Jun 2017 15:02:00 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Grid Activations
Message-ID: <000c01d2e6db$6a8800d0$3f980270$@net>

I am thinking about activating a number of grids while in Colorado, Wyoming,
and South Dakota in August. The grids would be DM79. DN70, DN71, DN72, DN73,
DN74, DN83, and DN84. All would be on SO50, AO85 and Lilac-2. 

 

I will post more as it gets closer. Please let me know if you are interested
and I will listen for anyone on my list more closely.

 

73 . Scott KD5FBA

 

Scott Medbury

KD5FBA

16802 Aprilmont Drive

Sugar Land, TX 77498-1941

 


From ko6th.greg at gmail.com  Fri Jun 16 20:23:33 2017
From: ko6th.greg at gmail.com (Greg D)
Date: Fri, 16 Jun 2017 13:23:33 -0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS-4A and CAS-4B
In-Reply-To: <20170616152621.8ODOZ.317052.imail@fed1rmwml114>
References: <20170616152621.8ODOZ.317052.imail@fed1rmwml114>
Message-ID: <058ccd7a-7052-8a84-98b2-56f80340921b@gmail.com>

I listened in on the 18:48z? pass here in CM98 (I think that was the
time), and heard both satellites easily using object 42758 / 2017-034A
keps.  Seemed pretty close. 

CAS-4A's beacon might be a few khz low in frequency.  I was in USB mode
with a dial frequency of 145.850 at the end of the pass, and the beacon
was coming through at about 1khz on the audio.  I would think it should
have been closer to 145.852 or so, as 2m doppler is usually +/- 2.5 khz.

Greg  KO6TH


ingejack at cox.net wrote:
> The beacon cw id  BJ1SK is definitely CAS-4A  Object number 2017-034A
> and the beacon cw id BJ1SL is definitely CAS-4B Object number 2017-034B
> according to the recording made at 1715 UTC today June 16, 2017     KC7MG
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From g.shirville at btinternet.com  Fri Jun 16 21:32:46 2017
From: g.shirville at btinternet.com (Graham Shirville)
Date: Fri, 16 Jun 2017 22:32:46 +0100
Subject: [amsat-bb] Fw: AO73 Mode change
Message-ID: <39ED40E1AB4A4BC59C531C1A3F21D575@LAPTOP91ASAKDB>

Hi folks,

AO73/FUNcube is now in amateur mode for the weekend with the transponder on!

Please see below for all FUNcube mission info

73s Graham G3VZV and the FUNcube team.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
FUNcube frequencies and other details
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

AO-73 FUNcube-1

The transponder is normally operational only when the satellite is in
eclipse, ie the solar panels are NOT being illuminated. During weekends
(from pm Fridays UTC to PM Sundays UTC) the transponder is operational 24/7.

When the transponder is switched off, the telemetry beacon is on full power,
when the transponder is on the beacon it is on low power. During holidays,
eg Christmas, New Year, Easter, etc, the transponder maybe activated for
extended periods. Watch AMSAT-BB for announcements which are usually made on
Friday evenings (UTC)

The nominal transponder frequencies are:

Uplink:   435.150 - 435.130 MHz LSB (Inverting)
Downlink:   145.950 - 145.970 MHz USB
Telemetry Tx: 145.935 MHz BPSK

(The passband may be up to 15kHz higher depending on on-board temps. Lower
temperatures give higher freqs!)

FUNcube-2 (aka FUNcube on UKube)

The FUNcube-2 sub-system continues to operate autonomously and, almost
continuously, in amateur mode. The transponder is operational and the
telemetry downlink is functioning with about 70mW output. The FUNcube-1
Dashboard does not correctly display the telemetry but it does correctly
decode the data and uploads it to the FUNcube Data Warehouse from where it
can be examined. Most of the real time data channels are operational and
these include battery voltages, temperatures and ADCS data coming via the
main On Board Computer (OBC).

The transponder is interrupted for a few seconds every 2 minutes when the
other transmitter sends its CW beacon and, occasionally, for a few seconds
when the main OBC reboots (approx seven times each orbit).

The nominal transponder frequencies are:
Uplink:   435.080 - 435.060 MHz LSB (Inverting)
Downlink:   145.930 - 145.950 MHz USB
Telemetry Tx: 145.915 MHz BPSK

(The passband may be up to 10kHz higher depending on on-board temps. Low
temperatures give higher freqs!)


EO79 FUNcube-3
Due to power budget constraints the transponder cannot be operational 24/7
and an orbit specific schedule has been developed. The transponder will
commence operation 27 minutes after the spacecraft enters sunlight and will
stay on for a period of 25 minutes. This schedule may be modified in future
months as a result of experience.

The nominal transponder frequencies are:
Uplink: 435.0723-435.0473 MHz LSB (Inverting)
Downlink: 145.946-145.971 MHz USB

Further detailed info on EO79 transponder frequencies is at:
https://amsat-uk.org/2016/11/10/eo79-funcube-3-transponder-commences-regular-operation/


EO88/Nayif-1/FUNcube-5

EO88 is presently operating in autonomous mode. The transponder is
operational when the satellite is in eclipse, ie the solar panels are NOT
being illuminated.
When the transponder is switched off, the telemetry beacon is on full power,
when the transponder is on the beacon it is on low power.
The transponder frequencies are:

Uplink:  435.045 ? 435.015 MHz LSB (inverting)
Downlink: 145.960-145.990 MHz USB
Telemetry  Tx: 145.940MHz

All FUNcube transponders are sponsored by AMSAT-UK and AMSAT-NL. We are very
grateful for the assistance given by Innovative Solution In Space Bv, The
Netherlands.

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From scott23192 at gmail.com  Sat Jun 17 03:51:03 2017
From: scott23192 at gmail.com (Scott)
Date: Fri, 16 Jun 2017 23:51:03 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAMSAT CAS-4A and CAS-4B launched today
In-Reply-To: <59a4d670.520d.15caa51321f.Coremail.camsat@vip.163.com>
References: <59a4d670.520d.15caa51321f.Coremail.camsat@vip.163.com>
Message-ID: <CAJCSnOb1w+QqnKGbqSJQqZBpwPLqFgNTehEbTzrDC6q5BB_xvw@mail.gmail.com>

Thank you for the details on these new satellites, Alan.

Signals on the telemetry frequencies from both satellites are extremely
strong.

Is there any information available on what the AX.25 4.8k Baud GMSK
Telemetry streams contain, or how to decode the data?

Thanks very much!

-Scott,  K4KDR
Montpelier, VA  USA


===============================

On Thu, Jun 15, 2017 at 1:54 AM, Alan Kung <camsat at vip.163.com> wrote:

> CAS-4A and CAS-4B Satellites from CAMSAT Launched today
>
>
> Two CAMSAT?s armature radio payloads piggybacked on the optical remote
> sensing micro-satellites OVS-1A and OVS-1B have been launched at 11:00BJT
> on June 15, 2017 at The Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center of China, using
> CZ-4B launch vehicle. The primary of this launch is a hard X-ray modulation
> telescope satellite (HXMT).
>
>
> ? Satellite Name:  CAS-4A/OVS-1A
> ? Architecture: Micro-satellite
> ? Dimensions: 494Lx499Wx630H mm
> ? Mass: 55kg
> ? Stabilization: three-axis stabilization system with its +Y surface
> facing the earth
> ? Primary Payload: optical Camera with 1.98m resolution
> ? Orbit:
> ? Orbit type :       Sun synchronization orbit
> ? Apogee :         524km
> ? Inclination :       43?
> ? Period :          95.1min
>
>
> ? Amateur Radio Payload:
> ? Call sign: BJ1SK
> ? VHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located at
> +Z side
> ? UHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located at
> -Z side
> ? CW Telemetry Beacon:                  145.855MHz     17dBm
> ? AX.25 4.8k Baud GMSK Telemetry:         145.835MHz     20dBm
> ? U/V Linear Transponder Downlink:         145.870MHz     20dBm, 20kHz,
> Inverted
> ? U/V Linear Transponder Uplink:           435.220MHz
>
>
>
>
> ? Satellite Name:  CAS-4B/OVS-1B
> ? Architecture: Micro-satellite
> ?Dimensions: 494Lx499Wx630H mm
> ?Mass: 55kg
> ? Stabilization: three-axis stabilization system with its +Y surface
> facing the earth
> ? Primary Payload: optical Camera with 1.98m resolution
> ?Orbit:
> ? Orbit type :       Sun synchronization orbit
> ? Apogee :         524km
> ? Inclination :       43?
> ? Period :          95.1min
>
>
> ?Amateur Radio Payload:
> ? Call sign: BJ1SL
> ? VHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located at
> +Z side
> ? UHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located at
> -Z side
> ? CW Telemetry Beacon:                   145.910MHz   17dBm
> ? AX.25 4.8k Baud GMSK Telemetry:          145.890MHz   20dBm
> ?U/V Linear Transponder Downlink:          145.925MHz    20dBm, 20kHz,
> Inverted
> ?U/V Linear Transponder Uplink:             435.280MHz
>
>
> 73!
> Alan Kung, BA1DU

From scott23192 at gmail.com  Sat Jun 17 05:32:43 2017
From: scott23192 at gmail.com (Scott)
Date: Sat, 17 Jun 2017 01:32:43 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS4A CAS4B SDR recordings?
In-Reply-To: <8F24C7B9-23B3-4224-9F61-73BF2702A683@gmail.com>
References: <8F24C7B9-23B3-4224-9F61-73BF2702A683@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <70680F61F1BA48239EB5FEB9F3B8DC43@CSI9020>

Sorry it took me so long to zip & upload the IQ recording from Friday 
morning U.S. time, Douglas.

If anyone has not had a pass from the new CAS-4A or 4B satellites yet, feel 
free to download a PCM-16 IQ wav file of the pass from:

http://www.qsl.net/k/k4kdr//files/HDSDR_20170616_103700Z_145735kHz_RF--cas4a-b.zip

... for anyone not completely familiar with SDR's yet, this is not an audio 
.wav file, but an "IQ" wav file suitable for replaying in SDR software. 
Comes in very handy for testing decoders or sharing like this between people 
so we can benefit from others' big antennas, geographical location, or lack 
of sleep!

I certainly hope the voice transponder has a signal as strong as these 4k8 
telemetry streams.  This file was recorded unattended using a 2m X-Quad (no 
pre-amp) to an SDRPlay SDR.  However, after seeing the signal on the screen, 
you might be able to receive it with a coat hanger.

Instead of downloading my recording and playing it back yourself, if anyone 
would just like to see the signal and volume of data being downloaded, I put 
up a short video at:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yzvi9oWcxhQ&feature=youtu.be

73!

-Scott,  K4KDR



--------------------------------------------------------------------------------



-----Original Message----- 
From: Douglas Quagliana
Sent: Friday, June 16, 2017 12:30 PM
To: amsat-bb at amsat.org
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS4A CAS4B SDR recordings?

Does anyone have an SDR recording of CAS4A / CAS4B? I would like to try to 
demodulate and decode the 4800 baud telemetry signals and see what they say.

Regards,
Douglas


From godetj at wanadoo.fr  Sat Jun 17 09:46:28 2017
From: godetj at wanadoo.fr (Jean-Pierre Godet)
Date: Sat, 17 Jun 2017 09:46:28 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS4A CAS4B SDR recordings?
In-Reply-To: <298c03ff-29c6-5b6a-84c9-5d75a57a1639@wanadoo.fr>
References: <8F24C7B9-23B3-4224-9F61-73BF2702A683@gmail.com>
	<d1e43da7-b51b-c67f-64c7-13a1e6b0d4b9@wanadoo.fr>
	<298c03ff-29c6-5b6a-84c9-5d75a57a1639@wanadoo.fr>
Message-ID: <f83df8c6-4b06-a49f-891a-db614db0156c@wanadoo.fr>

   Hi Douglas, all!

   I'm late as Scott just shared  his full pass excellent i/q file and 
nice video.
   If this can help, I recorded only 50 secondes of the last pass over 
western Europe (orbit nr 32) so that the files don't become too large.

A 32-bit floating point raw i/q file (for Gqrx, etc...):
http://f5yg.pagesperso-orange.fr/incoming/CAS-4A_20170617_orb32.raw

The same one translated in a PCM 16-bit wav file (for SDR#, etc...):
http://f5yg.pagesperso-orange.fr/incoming/CAS-4A_20170617_orb32.wav

The full 199 frames of this 50 seconds record (text hexa):
http://f5yg.pagesperso-orange.fr/incoming/CAS-4A_20170617_orb32.txt

And the sound of space with the CW telemetry (mp3):
http://f5yg.pagesperso-orange.fr/incoming/CAS-4A_20170617_orb32.mp3

   Have a nice w.-e.!

   J-P F5YG

On 16/06/2017 19:03, Jean-Pierre Godet wrote:
>    Douglas, if this can help, you will find here :
> http://f5yg.pagesperso-orange.fr/incoming/CAS-4A_telemetry.txt
> 152 frames of the pass, orbit nr 17, this morning June 16th, starting at 
> 0730 UTC, each frame 147 bytes (coded hexa).
> 
>    73 !
> 
>    J-P F5YG
> 
> On 16/06/2017 18:31, Jean-Pierre Godet wrote:
>>    Hi Douglas, all,
>>
>>    On the next passes over the south of western Europe, tomorrow 
>> morning, I will record an i/q file and give you a link to download it 
>> (caution : 1 mn ==> 100 MB).
>>
>>    Despite the fact that the two birds here never climbs very high 
>> above the horizon, maybe 30 deg., the signal is very strong and the 
>> demodulation of the 4800 bps GMSK telemetry very easy. During the 
>> pass, you doesn't lose a frame.
>>    Conditions : GPA + preamplifier in the attic, FCD-Pro+, Gqrx (SDR 
>> prgm), Gpredict (Doppler shift tracking), DireWolf 1200/2400/4800/9600 
>> bps FSK/GMSK demodulator).
>>
>>    Have a nice evening, 73 !
>>
>>    J-P F5YG
>>
>> On 16/06/2017 16:30, Douglas Quagliana wrote:
>>> Does anyone have an SDR recording of CAS4A / CAS4B? I would like to 
>>> try to demodulate and decode the 4800 baud telemetry signals and see 
>>> what they say.
>>>
>>> Regards,
>>> Douglas
>>> _______________________________________________
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From py4zbz at yahoo.com  Sat Jun 17 12:30:58 2017
From: py4zbz at yahoo.com (Roland Zurmely)
Date: Sat, 17 Jun 2017 12:30:58 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS4A & B over Brazil
References: <29957331.244460.1497702658880.ref@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <29957331.244460.1497702658880@mail.yahoo.com>

4k8 demodulated with new UZ7HO HS-SM V 0.016b:
<http://www.qsl.net/py4zbz/cas4.htm>
73 de Roland PY4ZBZ

From m5aka at yahoo.co.uk  Sat Jun 17 13:18:19 2017
From: m5aka at yahoo.co.uk (M5AKA)
Date: Sat, 17 Jun 2017 13:18:19 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] FUNcube Status + Satllite Antenna Virtual Build-a-thon
References: <702333367.411488.1497705499462.ref@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <702333367.411488.1497705499462@mail.yahoo.com>

FUNcube Satellite Status June 2017 
https://amsat-uk.org/2017/06/17/funcube-satellite-status-june-2017/

Amateur radio to the rescue of satellite 
https://amsat-uk.org/2017/06/17/amateur-radio-to-the-rescue-of-satellite/

Join Virtual Buildathon and build a satellite antenna 
https://amsat-uk.org/2017/06/16/join-virtual-buildathon-and-build-satellite-antenna/

Syllabus consultation for UK amateur radio exams covers Amateur Satellite service 
https://amsat-uk.org/2017/06/16/syllabus-consultation/

CAS-4A and CAS-4B Linear Transponder Satellites from CAMSAT 
https://amsat-uk.org/2017/06/15/cas-4a-and-cas-4b-launched/

Book now for AMSAT-UK International Space Colloquium Milton Keynes October 14-15
https://amsat-uk.org/colloquium/


Trevor M5AKA
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From eckerpw at gmail.com  Sat Jun 17 13:57:13 2017
From: eckerpw at gmail.com (Paul Ecker)
Date: Sat, 17 Jun 2017 09:57:13 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Need some information
Message-ID: <CAJDGaPOdMKU5n9Y_2wOc3Hu31nXxQkqSYXTQQBYqJGx+cg3EQQ@mail.gmail.com>

I am trying to get back into working Satellites again after a hiatus of
about 7 years. In trying to catch up, difficult to sort out the current
landscape of what can be worked. So a couple of probably dumb questions for
you guys who seem very much on top of the entire subject.
- So where or how can I get a complete list of all the Sats that are
currently workable with a full duplex FM HT setup?
- in reading about the new CAS 4A &4B, it says they have linear
transponders and it lists VHF and UHF frequencies for up & down-link. So is
linear transponder a code word for SSB, can't be worked using an HT?
- What exactly is a Linear Transponder?

Tnx & 73
Paul
kc2nyu

From maccody at att.net  Sat Jun 17 17:26:51 2017
From: maccody at att.net (Mac A. Cody)
Date: Sat, 17 Jun 2017 12:26:51 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Need some information
In-Reply-To: <CAJDGaPOdMKU5n9Y_2wOc3Hu31nXxQkqSYXTQQBYqJGx+cg3EQQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAJDGaPOdMKU5n9Y_2wOc3Hu31nXxQkqSYXTQQBYqJGx+cg3EQQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <24f3b368-e784-075f-845a-fc7526d692d2@att.net>

Hi Paul,

The AMSAT website can provide a lot of the information thatyou need.
An overview the operational satellites can be found on the AMSAT Live
OSCAR Satellite Status Page(http://www.amsat.org/status/). There are
hyperlinks to additional information for many of the satellites listed
below the Name column on the left of the web page.  Additional
information and links can be found on the Communication Satellites web
page (http://www.amsat.org/?page_id=177)

Essentially, a linear transponder receives signals at a specific center
frequency with a bandwidth of tens of kilohertz.  It then retransmits them
at a different center frequency with the same bandwidth, sometimes inverting
the frequency band along the way.  The frequency inversion helps to mitigate
the effects of Doppler shift.  For example, CAS-4A receives at a center
frequency of 435.220 MHz with a bandwidth of 20 kHz.  The signals are
retransmitted at a center frequency of 145.870 MHz and the frequency band
is inverted.

It is by agreement that the communication modes used to communicate through
the linear transponder satellites are CW (Morse code) and SSB. This is
done to conserve bandwidth usage and power utilization accorded to a
particular transmission.  Theoretically, you could transmit FM, or any
other modulation, through a linear transponder, but you would become quite
unpopular for using up the bandwidth of the transponder with an
'unacceptable' signal.  You can also become unpopular for transmitting too
strong a signal into the transponder, as your signal will be accorded most
of the power the transponder uses to transmit, thereby reducing the power
available for the other signals.

(On a soapbox for a moment:  Given the proliferation of low power, narrow-
bandwidth digital modes that have become available, I'd think that there
should be some discussion about expanding beyond CW and SSB for use on
the linear transponder satellites.  End of soapbox and queue up those who
disagree...)

Right now, there are effectively only two FM satellites: SO-50 and AO-85.
While Lilacsat-2 has an FM repeater, it is not always available.  There
are a couple of FM satellites that should be launched this year, so the
outlook for FM birds will be better in the future.  There are also APRS
digipeaters available of the ISS and NO-84, which you can communicate
with using a 2M FM handheld connected to a computer, tablet, or smart
phone.  Some handhels have APRS capabilities built in.

I hope I've answered your questions sufficiently.  Hope to hear you on the
FM satellites soon!

73,

Mac / AE5PH


On 06/17/2017 08:57 AM, Paul Ecker wrote:
> I am trying to get back into working Satellites again after a hiatus of
> about 7 years. In trying to catch up, difficult to sort out the current
> landscape of what can be worked. So a couple of probably dumb questions for
> you guys who seem very much on top of the entire subject.
> - So where or how can I get a complete list of all the Sats that are
> currently workable with a full duplex FM HT setup?
> - in reading about the new CAS 4A &4B, it says they have linear
> transponders and it lists VHF and UHF frequencies for up & down-link. So is
> linear transponder a code word for SSB, can't be worked using an HT?
> - What exactly is a Linear Transponder?
>
> Tnx & 73
> Paul
> kc2nyu
> _______________________________________________
> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed
> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA.
> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
> Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
>


From johnki4ro at gmail.com  Sat Jun 17 17:05:39 2017
From: johnki4ro at gmail.com (John KI4RO)
Date: Sat, 17 Jun 2017 13:05:39 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Need some information
Message-ID: <CA+-NL43AANZaZ2jF_Z4zer6Tab=iYMUvyx0yG_U5Ek1hguGnUg@mail.gmail.com>

Welcome back.

SO 50  and AO 85 are the current FM birds that are most usable.  Lilacsat2
is workable but very very seldom is it turned on for reasons known only to
the Chinese folks that put it up.

You are correct about linear birds.  Unless you can find an SSB capable HT
they are unworkable with an HT.  Some folks have gotten brave and put cw
into it but that seems to be frowned upon.

CU on the birds!

73
John KI4RO
?EM88?




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From bruninga at usna.edu  Sat Jun 17 23:00:44 2017
From: bruninga at usna.edu (Robert Bruninga)
Date: Sat, 17 Jun 2017 19:00:44 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Need some information
In-Reply-To: <24f3b368-e784-075f-845a-fc7526d692d2@att.net>
References: <CAJDGaPOdMKU5n9Y_2wOc3Hu31nXxQkqSYXTQQBYqJGx+cg3EQQ@mail.gmail.com>
	<24f3b368-e784-075f-845a-fc7526d692d2@att.net>
Message-ID: <CALdCfNLbPEzGgrokgYdXuQvPOMkfgbqLq+aCa=+SswF_FzvJJw@mail.gmail.com>

>  Given the proliferation of low power, narrow-bandwidth digital modes...
> I'd think that there should be some discussion about expanding beyond
> CW and SSB for use on the linear transponder satellites.

Off topic, but we are getting close to launching QIKCOM-2 which will have a
DTMF uplink with APRS and voice downlink if the FCC would ever finish the
filing of the API submitted back in Nov 2014.

This will let simple HT's with only a DTMF keypad participate in APRS.and
two-way contacts.
http://aprs.org/qikcom-2.html

We are also delivering PSAT-2 which will have the same thing, but a better
voice module and a secondary payoload of a PSK31 transponder like is on
PSAT.  Again, only if the FCC will finish processing  the API that was
submitted back in 2015.

http://aprs.org/psat2.html

I hate to make such announcements until it is actually in space and
working, but Im working 12 hour days for months trying to finish and it is
working GREAT on the bench.

As some of you may remember, I have been an advocate of using DTMF for more
practical  communications applications for years...since EVERYONE has an HT
that will do it.  (except modern Baefengs - Needs a 16 digit DTMF memory to
be useful)
http://aprs.org/aprstt.html

Bob, WB4APR

On Sat, Jun 17, 2017 at 1:26 PM, Mac A. Cody <maccody at att.net> wrote:

> Hi Paul,
>
> The AMSAT website can provide a lot of the information thatyou need.
> An overview the operational satellites can be found on the AMSAT Live
> OSCAR Satellite Status Page(http://www.amsat.org/status/). There are
> hyperlinks to additional information for many of the satellites listed
> below the Name column on the left of the web page.  Additional
> information and links can be found on the Communication Satellites web
> page (http://www.amsat.org/?page_id=177)
>
> Essentially, a linear transponder receives signals at a specific center
> frequency with a bandwidth of tens of kilohertz.  It then retransmits them
> at a different center frequency with the same bandwidth, sometimes
> inverting
> the frequency band along the way.  The frequency inversion helps to
> mitigate
> the effects of Doppler shift.  For example, CAS-4A receives at a center
> frequency of 435.220 MHz with a bandwidth of 20 kHz.  The signals are
> retransmitted at a center frequency of 145.870 MHz and the frequency band
> is inverted.
>
> It is by agreement that the communication modes used to communicate through
> the linear transponder satellites are CW (Morse code) and SSB. This is
> done to conserve bandwidth usage and power utilization accorded to a
> particular transmission.  Theoretically, you could transmit FM, or any
> other modulation, through a linear transponder, but you would become quite
> unpopular for using up the bandwidth of the transponder with an
> 'unacceptable' signal.  You can also become unpopular for transmitting too
> strong a signal into the transponder, as your signal will be accorded most
> of the power the transponder uses to transmit, thereby reducing the power
> available for the other signals.
>
> (On a soapbox for a moment:  Given the proliferation of low power, narrow-
> bandwidth digital modes that have become available, I'd think that there
> should be some discussion about expanding beyond CW and SSB for use on
> the linear transponder satellites.  End of soapbox and queue up those who
> disagree...)
>
> Right now, there are effectively only two FM satellites: SO-50 and AO-85.
> While Lilacsat-2 has an FM repeater, it is not always available.  There
> are a couple of FM satellites that should be launched this year, so the
> outlook for FM birds will be better in the future.  There are also APRS
> digipeaters available of the ISS and NO-84, which you can communicate
> with using a 2M FM handheld connected to a computer, tablet, or smart
> phone.  Some handhels have APRS capabilities built in.
>
> I hope I've answered your questions sufficiently.  Hope to hear you on the
> FM satellites soon!
>
> 73,
>
> Mac / AE5PH
>
>
> On 06/17/2017 08:57 AM, Paul Ecker wrote:
>
>> I am trying to get back into working Satellites again after a hiatus of
>> about 7 years. In trying to catch up, difficult to sort out the current
>> landscape of what can be worked. So a couple of probably dumb questions
>> for
>> you guys who seem very much on top of the entire subject.
>> - So where or how can I get a complete list of all the Sats that are
>> currently workable with a full duplex FM HT setup?
>> - in reading about the new CAS 4A &4B, it says they have linear
>> transponders and it lists VHF and UHF frequencies for up & down-link. So
>> is
>> linear transponder a code word for SSB, can't be worked using an HT?
>> - What exactly is a Linear Transponder?
>>
>> Tnx & 73
>> Paul
>> kc2nyu
>> _______________________________________________
>> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
>> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
>> Opinions expressed
>> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
>> AMSAT-NA.
>> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
>> Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
>>
>>
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From yono_adisoemarta at yahoo.com  Sun Jun 18 00:37:40 2017
From: yono_adisoemarta at yahoo.com (Suryono Adisoemarta)
Date: Sun, 18 Jun 2017 07:37:40 +0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] Need some information
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Additional info on FM satellites , IO-86 is also an FM bird (and also APRS), but as this bird is on an equatorial orbit, it is not as well known, only being used over part of India, Southeast Asia Countries and Brazil.
Several operators in Indonesia with HT and simple Superstik antenna have successfully QSO thru the bird.

As a tertiary payload on LAPAN A2 satellite, the FM repeater module is activated only once daily as also the APRS module. Additional activation of FM module on weekends.

The full weekly schedule is posted on:
http://pusteksat.lapan.go.id/subblog/pages/2017/49/Jadwal-Operasi-Satelit-LAPAN-A2LAPAN-ORARI

I'm heading to the US visiting family in Lubbock,TX and Portland, OR. If anybody is interested I can present a talk on IO-86 Indonesia's first amateur radio satellite.

73 de Yono YD0NXX / N5SNN


Sent from my mobile device

> On Jun 18, 2017, at 12:26 AM, Mac A. Cody <maccody at att.net> wrote:
> 
> ...

> Right now, there are effectively only two FM satellites: SO-50 and AO-85.
> While Lilacsat-2 has an FM repeater, it is not always available.  There
> are a couple of FM satellites that should be launched this year, so the
> outlook for FM birds will be better in the future.  There are also APRS
> digipeaters available of the ISS and NO-84, which you can communicate
> with using a 2M FM handheld connected to a computer, tablet, or smart
> phone.  Some handhels have APRS capabilities built in.
> 
> I hope I've answered your questions sufficiently.  Hope to hear you on the
> FM satellites soon!
> 
> 73,
> 
> Mac / AE5PH
> 
> 
>> On 06/17/2017 08:57 AM, Paul Ecker wrote:
>> I am trying to get back into working Satellites again after a hiatus of
>> about 7 years. In trying to catch up, difficult to sort out the current
>> landscape of what can be worked. So a couple of probably dumb questions for
>> you guys who seem very much on top of the entire subject.
>> - So where or how can I get a complete list of all the Sats that are
>> currently workable with a full duplex FM HT setup?
>> - in reading about the new CAS 4A &4B, it says they have linear
>> transponders and it lists VHF and UHF frequencies for up & down-link. So is
>> linear transponder a code word for SSB, can't be worked using an HT?
>> - What exactly is a Linear Transponder?
>> 
>> Tnx & 73
>> Paul
>> kc2nyu
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From mccardelm at gmail.com  Sun Jun 18 01:29:46 2017
From: mccardelm at gmail.com (E.Mike McCardel)
Date: Sat, 17 Jun 2017 21:29:46 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] ANS-169 AMSAT News Service Weekly Bulletins
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AMSAT NEWS SERVICE
ANS-169

The AMSAT News Service bulletins are a free, weekly news and infor-
mation service of AMSAT North America, The Radio Amateur Satellite
Corporation. ANS publishes news related to Amateur Radio in Space
including reports on the activities of a worldwide group of Amateur
Radio operators who share an active interest in designing, building,
launching and communicating through analog and digital Amateur Radio
satellites.

The news feed on http://www.amsat.org publishes news of Amateur
Radio in Space as soon as our volunteers can post it.

Please send any amateur satellite news or reports to:
ans-editor at amsat.org.

In this edition:

* 2017 Candidates for the AMSAT-NA Board of Directors Announced
* 2017 AMSAT Field Day Rules
* Iceland/Greenland/Faroe Islands on Satellite July 4-19
* CAS-4A and CAS-4B Satellites from CAMSAT Launched Thursday
* Updates to AMSAT-NA KEP Distribution for 06-15-2017
* Frank Bauer KA3HDO Among Distinguished Public Service Medal Honorees
* Wireless Institute of Australia Reports Amateur Radio Rescue of
  Satellite
* ARISS News
* Satellite Shorts From All Over


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AMSAT News Service Bulletin 169.01
>From AMSAT HQ KENSINGTON, MD.
June 18, 2017
To All RADIO AMATEURS
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2017 Candidates for the AMSAT-NA Board of Directors Announced

The 2017 candidates, in alphabetical order by last name are:

Jerry Buxton, N0JY
Clayton Coleman, W5PFG
Drew Glasbrenner, KO4MA
Peter Portanova, W2JV
Paul Stoetzer, N8HM

This year AMSAT-NA will be electing four voting members of the Board
of Directors. These will go to the four candidates receiving the
highest number of votes. In addition, there will be one alternate
chosen, based on the next highest number of votes received.

Ballots will be mailed to the AMSAT-NA membership by July 15, 2017 and
must be received at the AMSAT office by September 15, 2017 in order to
be counted. Those sent outside North America will go by air mail. If
you have not received your ballot package in a reasonable time for
your location, please contact the AMSAT office. Completed ballots
should be returned as promptly as possible, and those from outside
North America preferably by air mail.

Election of Board members is both an obligation as well as an
opportunity by our membership to help shape the future direction of
AMSAT. Please take the time to review the candidate statements that
will accompany the ballot and determine who you wish to see on the
Board. You have the option to vote for up to four candidates.

[ANS thanks AMSAT Office for the above information]


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2017 AMSAT Field Day Rules

It's that time of year again; summer and Field Day!  Each year the
American Radio Relay League (ARRL) sponsors Field Day as a "picnic, a
campout, practice for emergencies, an informal contest and, most of
all, FUN!"  The event takes place during a 24-hour period on the
fourth weekend of June.  For 2017 the event takes place during a 27-
hour period from 1800 UTC on Saturday June 24, 2017 through 2100 UTC
on Sunday June 25, 2017. Those who set up prior to 1800 UTC on June
24 can operate only 24 hours.  The Radio Amateur Satellite
Corporation (AMSAT) promotes its own version of Field Day for
operation via the amateur satellites, held concurrently with the ARRL
event.

This year should be easier than many years since we have about 10
transponders and repeaters available, with more possible before Field
Day. Users should check the AMSAT status page at
http://www.amsat.org/status/ and the pages at
http://www.amsat.org/?page_id=177 for what is available in the weeks
leading up to field day. To reduce the amount of time to research
each satellite, see the current FM satellite table at
http://www.amsat.org/?page_id=5012 and the current linear satellite
table at http://www.amsat.org/?page_id=5033

If you are considering ONLY the FM voice satellites like SO-50 for
your AMSAT Field Day focus, do not, unless you are simply hoping to
make one contact for the ARRL rules bonus points. The congestion on
FM LEO satellites is always so intense that we must continue to limit
their use to one-QSO-per-FM-satellite. This includes the
International Space Station. You will be allowed one QSO if the ISS
is operating Voice.

It was suggested during past field days that a control station be
allowed to coordinate contacts on the FM satellites. There is nothing
in the rules that would prohibit this. This is nothing more than a
single station working multiple QSO's. If a station were to act as a
control station and give QSO's to every other field day station, the
control station would still only be allowed to turn in one QSO per FM
satellite while the other station would be able to submit one QSO.

The format for the message exchange on the ISS or other digital
packet satellite is an unproto packet to the other station (3-way
exchange required) with all the same information as normally
exchanged for ARRL Field Day,
e.g.:
W6NWG de KK5DO 2A STX
KK5DO de W6NWG QSL 5A SDG
W6NWG de KK5DO QSL


If you have worked the satellites on Field Day in recent years, you
may have noticed a lot of good contacts can be made on some of the
less-populated, low-earth-orbit satellites like FO-29, AO-7, AO-73,
NAYIF-1 or the XW satellites. During Field Day the transponders come
alive like 20 meters on a weekend. The good news is that the
transponders on these satellites will support multiple simultaneous
contacts. The bad news is that you can't use FM, just low duty-cycle
modes like SSB and CW.

THE 2017 AMSAT FIELD DAY RULES

The AMSAT Field Day 2017 event is open to all Amateur Radio
operators.  Amateurs are to use the exchange as specified in ARRL
rules for Field Day. The AMSAT competition is to encourage the use of
all amateur satellites, both analog and digital. Note that no points
will be credited for any contacts beyond the ONE allowed via each
single-channel FM satellite. Operators are encouraged not to make any
extra contacts via theses satellites (Ex: SO-50). CW contacts and
digital contacts are worth three points as outlined below.

1.  Analog Transponders

ARRL rules apply, except:

- Each phone, CW, and digital segment ON EACH SATELLITE TRANSPONDER
  is considered to be a separate band.

- CW and digital (RTTY, PSK-31, etc.) contacts count THREE points
  each.

- Stations may only count one (1) completed QSO on any single
  channel FM satellite. If a satellite has multiple modes such as V/u
  and L/s modes both turned on, one contact each is allowed. If the
  PBBS is on - see Pacsats below, ISS (1 phone and 1 digital),
  Contacts with the ISS crew will count for one contact if they are
  active. PCSat (I, II, etc.) (1 digital),

- The use of more than one transmitter at the same time on a single
  satellite transponder is prohibited.

2.  Digital Transponders

We have only APRS digipeaters and 10m to 70cm PSK transponders (see
Bob Bruninga's article in the March/April, 2016 issue of the AMSAT
Journal).

Satellite digipeat QSO's and APRS short-message contacts are worth
three points each, but must be complete verified two-way exchanges.
The one contact per FM satellite is not applied to digital
transponders.

The use of terrestrial gateway stations or internet gateways (i.e.
EchoLink, IRLP, etc.) to uplink/downlink is not allowed.

Sample Satellite Field Day Greetings File:

Greetings from W5MSQ Field Day Satellite station near Katy, Texas,
EL-29, with 20 participants, operating class 2A, in the AMSAT-Houston
group with the Houston Amateur Television Society and the Houston QRP
club.  All the best and 73!

Note that the message stated the call, name of the group, operating
class, where they were located (the grid square would be helpful) and
how many operators were in attendance.

3.  Operating Class

Stations operating portable and using emergency power (as per ARRL
Field Day rules) are in a separate operating class from those at home
connected to commercial power.  On the report form simply check off
Emergency or Commercial for the Power Source and be sure to specify
your ARRL operating class (2A, 1C, etc.).

AND FINALLY...

The Satellite Summary Sheet should be used for submission of the
AMSAT Field Day competition and be received by KK5DO (email or postal
mail) by 11:59 P.M. CDT, Monday, July 10, 2017. This is earlier than
the due date for the ARRL submissions. The preferred method for
submitting your log is via e-mail to kk5do at amsat dot org or
kk5do at arrl dot net.

You may also use the postal service but give plenty of time for your
results to arrive by the submission date. Add photographs or other
interesting information that can be used in an article for the
Journal.

You will receive an email back (within one or two days) from me when
I receive your email submission. If you do not receive a confirmation
message, then I have not received your submission. Try sending it
again or send it to my other email address.

If mailing your submission, the address is:

Bruce Paige, KK5DO
Director of Awards and Contests
PO Box 1598
Porter, TX 77365-1598.

Certificates will be awarded for the first-place emergency
power/portable station at the AMSAT General Meeting and Space
Symposium in the fall of 2017. Certificates will also be awarded to
the second and third place portable/emergency operation in addition
to the first-place home station running on emergency power. A station
submitting high, award-winning scores will be requested to send in
dupe sheets for analog contacts and message listings for digital
downloads.

You may have multiple rig difficulties, antenna failures, computer
glitches, generator disasters, tropical storms, and there may even be
satellite problems, but the goal is to test your ability to operate
in an emergency situation.  Try different gear.  Demonstrate
satellite operations to hams that don't even know the HAMSATS exist.
Test your equipment. Avoid making more than ONE contact via the FM-
only voice HAMSATS or the ISS, and enjoy the event!

Please follow the following form when submitting results:

AMSAT Satellite Summary Sheet - 2017

Satellite and number of Voice QSO's
  (example AO-27 1 )

Satellite and number of CW/RTTY/PSK31 etc QSO's
  (example AO-07 5 )

Satellite and Up/Downloads
  (example UO-11 3 )

Score Calculation
Total Voice QSO's x 1 =
Total CW/RTTY/PSK31 QSO's x 3 =
Total Up/Downloads x 3 =
Grand Total =

Please provide the following information

Your Field Day Callsign
Your Group Name
ARRL Field Day Classification
ARRL Section
Power Source (Select 1)
      Emergency
      Commercial
Your name and home call
Home address
Any Comments

[ANS thanks Bruce KK5DO for the above information]


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Iceland/Greenland/Faroe Islands on Satellite July 4-19

Gabe Zeifman NJ7H/VE6NJH has finalized plans for an upcoming trip to
Iceland, Greenland, and the Faroe Islands. Once again, this is a trip
with family so radio is not his priority. However, he will put forth
my best effort to give these rare entities and associated grids to
everyone in range.

Gabe will be arriving in Iceland at about 0000Z on July 5 and spend
one night
at the hotel on the airport (access to HP83/84 line).

Gabe reports, "We will be in Iceland until July 10 with numerous
grids in the HP and IP fields possible, no strict plan yet.

"We will continue on to the Faroe Islands July 10-14. I will make an
effort to operate from both IP61 and IP62 while in the Faroes.

"Finally, we will head to Greenland on July 14th staying until the
18th. The destination in Greenland is Ilulissat in GP49. I do not
anticipate any other grids to be activated in Greenland, although if
there is an opportunity I will, but I don't expect any opportunities.
>From GP49 all of North/Central America and Europe should be in range,
along with portions of South America, Asia, and Africa, much of it
even possible on SO-50. I anticipate a nearly perfect horizon to the
west.

"On the 19th we travel back to the US with a several hour connection
in Iceland. I will also have two nights on the beginning and end in
New York City, and July 21-25 in Florida (anyone who needs EM90, hit
me up).

"In exciting news, this very well may be the last DX use of NJ7H.
Don't worry, I am not retired from roving. I am beginning my training
at the FAA as an air traffic controller on July 26th and will be very
busy with that. I expect facility placement in late October, and I am
requesting Alaska. Although I cannot yet be certain, I have been told
that I should expect to receive my request.

"QSLing for this trip will be via LoTW. I still need to get some new
generic cards printed, but if you need paper I'll get cards printed
eventually, just don't expect rush service (I have some from other
trips in the backlog, don't worry I havn't forgotten)."

Calls to be used:

Iceland: TF/NJ7H
Greenland: OX/NJ7H
Faroe Islands: OY/NJ7H

[ANS thanks Gabe NJ7H/VE6NJH for the above information]


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CAS-4A and CAS-4B Satellites from CAMSAT Launched Thursday

Two CAMSAT?s armature radio payloads piggybacked on the optical remote
sensing micro-satellites OVS-1A and OVS-1B have been launched at
11:00BJT on June 15, 2017 at The Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center of
China, using CZ-4B launch vehicle. The primary of this launch is a
hard X-ray modulation telescope satellite (HXMT).

Satellite Name:  CAS-4A/OVS-1A
Architecture: Micro-satellite
Dimensions: 494Lx499Wx630H mm
Mass: 55kg
Stabilization: three-axis stabilization system with its +Y surface
  facing the earth
Primary Payload: optical Camera with 1.98m resolution
Orbit:
Orbit type :     Sun synchronization orbit
Apogee :         524km
Inclination :    43?
Period :         95.1min

Amateur Radio Payload:
Call sign: BJ1SK
VHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located
  at +Z side
UHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located
  at -Z side
CW Telemetry Beacon:                  145.855MHz     17dBm
AX.25 4.8k Baud GMSK Telemetry:       145.835MHz     20dBm
U/V Linear Transponder Downlink:      145.870MHz     20dBm, 20kHz,
  Inverted
U/V Linear Transponder Uplink:        435.220MHz

Satellite Name:  CAS-4B/OVS-1B
Architecture: Micro-satellite
Dimensions: 494Lx499Wx630H mm
Mass: 55kg
Stabilization: three-axis stabilization system with its +Y surface
  facing the earth
Primary Payload: optical Camera with 1.98m resolution

Orbit:
Orbit type:  Sun synchronization orbit
Apogee:      524km
Inclination: 43?
Period:      95.1min

Amateur Radio Payload:
Call sign: BJ1SL
VHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located
  at +Z side
UHF Antenna: one 1/4? monopole antenna with max.0dBi gain is located
  at -Z side
CW Telemetry Beacon:                   145.910MHz   17dBm
AX.25 4.8k Baud GMSK Telemetry:        145.890MHz   20dBm
U/V Linear Transponder Downlink:       145.925MHz   20dBm, 20kHz,
  Inverted
U/V Linear Transponder Uplink:         435.280MHz

[ANS thanks Alan Kung, BA1DU for the above information]


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Updates to AMSAT-NA KEP Distribution for 06-15-2017

ITF-2 is now Tsukuba-OSCAR 89 or TO-89 per Bill Tynan, W3XO, OSCAR
Number Administrator.

CAS-4A/OVS-1A and CAS-4B/OVS-1B where launched today (06-15-2017) at
03:00 GMT from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center of China using a
CZ-4B launch vehicle. See amsat-bb email below from Alan Kung, BA1DU.
Nico Janssen, PA0DLO notes that these two new satellites are two of
the four NORAD ID CAT 42578-42761.

For now the 06-15-2017 AMSAT-NA KEP Distribution list them as follows:

Name       NORAD CAT ID
Object A   42758
Object B   42759
Object C   42760
Object D   42761

CAS-4A and CAS-4B Satellites from CAMSAT Launched today

Two CAMSAT's armature radio payloads piggybacked on the optical remote
sensing micro-satellites OVS-1A and OVS-1B have been launched at
11:00 BJT on June 15, 2017 at The Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center of
China, using CZ-4B launch vehicle. The primary of this launch is a
hard X-ray modulation telescope satellite (HXMT).

[ANS thanks Ray Hoad WA5QGD for the above information]


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Frank Bauer KA3HDO Among Distinguished Public Service Medal Honorees

AMSAT's VP of Human Spaceflight Frank Bauer, KA3HDO, AMSAT V.P. for
Human Spaceflight Programs, and ARISS International Chair was among
14 honorees for NASA's 2017 Distinguished Public Service Medal.

NASA Agency Honor Awards Ceremony for 2017 Distinguished Service
Medal and Distinguished Public Service Medal Honorees was held
Thursday, June 15, 11 a.m. EDT, and broadcast on NASA TV.

During the Agency Honor Awards Ceremony on Thursday, Acting NASA
Administrator Lightfoot presented NASA?s most prestigious honors to
NASA?s 2017 Distinguished Service Medal Honorees and Distinguished
Public Service Medal Honorees.

These NASA Agency Honor Awards recognize individual employees who
have made an extraordinary and indelible impact on the agency?s
mission success. All of these individuals help enable missions to
explore and discover both our world and the universe.

The 2017 Distinguished Service Medal Honorees are: Stephen Cash,
Jeffrey Davis, Mike French, Peter Gnoffo, Kelly Hayhurst, Robin
Henderson, Michael Hesse, Steven Kempler, Brenda Manuel, Carol
Mosier, Ronald Mueller, Dava Newman, Paul Newman, David Radzanowski,
Albert Sofge, Ellen Stofan, Patrick Troutman, Tereasa Washington,
David Weaver, and Richard Williams.

The 2017 Distinguished Public Service Medal Honorees are: Terry
Abel, Frank Bauer, Eric De Jong, Edward Devine, Michael Dorsch, Alan
Hargens, Kauser Imtiaz, Roger Launius, Edward Nace, Christopher
Russell, John Salisbury, John Sterritt, Forman Williams, and Roberta
Wyrick.

For more information on the Agency Honor Award Program, please visit:

https://www.nssc.nasa.gov/awards

[ANS thanks NASA for the above information]


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Wireless Institute of Australia reports amateur radio rescue of
satellite

I-Inspire-2 is a 20 x 10 x 10cm CubeSat built by the University of
Sydney in collaboration with the Australian National University and
the University of New South Wales (Sydney). On board the tiny
spacecraft is an experiment, part of the European QB50 project,
designed to ?explore the lower thermosphere, for re-entry research
and in-orbit demonstration of technologies and miniaturised sensors?,
as reported in earlier editions of the WIA broadcast.

Its operational frequency was coordinated by IARU to be in the
satellite segment of the 70cm amateur band.

It was placed in orbit from the International Space Station in late
May. The deployment was successful; however there were no signs of
life when the ground stations started looking for it. The engineering
group quickly tested various scenarios on the engineering model only
to come to the conclusion that, due to the extended delay in the
deployment, the satellite's battery was likely to be depleted and the
satellite was trapped in an endless loop, trying to deploy its antenna.

The engineering group suggested that the satellite is still
listening albeit with its antennas in the stowed position. This meant
that the satellite command receiver might have difficulty receiving
any signals from ground control stations. A set of commands were
devised which, if received, would instruct the satellite to wait
until the battery is charged before attempting to deploy its antenna.
Both UNSW and ANU ground stations transmitted the recovery command to
the satellite; however after a week or so of no success it was
decided that more transmitter power was required to overcome the lack
of receiver sensitivity caused by the still stowed antenna. A request
for assistance was passed to EME operators around the world and many
responses were received.

The greatest hope for a successful recovery was thought to be PI 9
CAM using high power and a 25 m dish, normally used for radio
astronomy but also EME. They were scheduled to transmit on the
weekend of the 10th and 11th of June.

On Sunday the 11th of June, during the morning pass, Rob VK1KW
reported a strong signal every 30 seconds on I-Inspire-2's frequency.
Dimitris VK1SV who is part of the ANU team, verified reception from
home around midnight. The following morning Dimitris drove to the ANU
ground station and was able to send commands to the satellite for the
first time since it was deployed. Many other radio amateurs around
the world also reported reception of the beacon. The satellite had
come back to life!

This is a wonderful example of successful collaboration between
radio amateurs and the academic community. If a frequency outside the
radio amateur band had been used, it is doubtful that the satellite
would have been brought back to life.

The crew of I-Inspire-2 wishes to thank all radio amateurs involved
and is looking forward to a successful collection of data for the
scientific experiment!

I-Inspire-2 official web site:
http://sydney.edu.au/inspire-cubesat/project/index.shtml

( Dimitris Tsifakis VK1SV/VK2COW )

[ANS thanks the VK1WIA news for the above information]


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ARISS News

+ A Successful contact was made between Space Center Houston,
  Houston, TX, USA and Astronaut Jack Fischer K2FSH using Callsign
  OR4ISS.
  The contact began  2017-06-13 15:19 UTC and lasted about nine and a
  half minutes. Contact was Telebridge via ON4ISS.
  ARISS Mentor was Gene K5YFL.

Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule

Sochi, Russia, direct via TBD
The ISS callsign is  presently scheduled to be RS?ISS
The scheduled astronaut is Fyodor Yurchikhin  RN3FI
Contact is a go for Sat 2017-06-17 15:10 UTC

Ufa, Russia,  direct via TBD
The ISS callsign is presently scheduled to be RS?ISS
The  scheduled astronaut is Fyodor Yurchikhin RN3FI
Contact is a go for Fri  2017-06-23 08:25 UTC

SCaN/Glenn Research Center, Brook Park, OH, and the Girl Scouts of
North East Ohio direct via NA8SA
The ISS callsign is  presently scheduled to be NA1SS
The scheduled astronaut is Jack Fischer  K2FSH
Contact is a go for: Fri 2017-06-23 14:25:09 UTC
Note that this contact should be audible direct over parts of the
Eastern USA.

[ANS thanks ARISS, Charlie AJ9N and David AA4KN for the above
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Satellite Shorts From All Over

+ Satellite DX operation in the BELIZE

  BELIZE, V3.  Look for David, KG5CCI to be active as V31CI from
  Ambergris Caye (NA-073), from June 21 to 27, including Field Day.
  Listen for him on Satellites, 6 Meters (digital and SSB) and
  possibly on the HF bands.  QSL direct to KG5CCI.


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/EX

In addition to regular membership, AMSAT offers membership in the
President's Club. Members of the President's Club, as sustaining
donors to AMSAT Project Funds, will be eligible to receive addi-
tional benefits. Application forms are available from the AMSAT
Office.

Primary and secondary school students are eligible for membership
at one-half the standard yearly rate. Post-secondary school students
enrolled in at least half time status shall be eligible for the stu-
dent rate for a maximum of 6 post-secondary years in this status.
Contact Martha at the AMSAT Office for additional student membership
information.

73,
This week's ANS Editor,
EMike McCardel, AA8EM
aa8em at amsat dot org

From vu3tyg at yahoo.co.in  Sun Jun 18 03:59:56 2017
From: vu3tyg at yahoo.co.in (Nitin Muttin)
Date: Sun, 18 Jun 2017 03:59:56 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] IC-821H problems
In-Reply-To: <CAN8zKtRZK3DuDumLfitK16oUiRgMrU87ong0tcQ7aM1W_ZQ7KA@mail.gmail.com>
References: <EC333CCF-0915-45AC-B856-267B364475B6@mrstevens.net>
	<45706336.8028256.1497161148084@mail.yahoo.com>
	<CAN8zKtRZK3DuDumLfitK16oUiRgMrU87ong0tcQ7aM1W_ZQ7KA@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <1334570750.757805.1497758396351@mail.yahoo.com>

Hi Matthew,
I feel this could be related to the "Ribbon Cable contact issue ". There is one ribbon connector behind the S meter which goes to one of the boards. Disconnect the cable by pulling on the connector socket clean the pins on the cable with a rubber eraser (soft) and fix back the connector. ??73
Nitin [VU3TYG]

      From: Matthew Stevens <matthew at mrstevens.net>
 To: Nitin Muttin <vu3tyg at yahoo.co.in> 
Cc: "amsat-bb at amsat.org" <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
 Sent: Saturday, 17 June 2017 12:18 AM
 Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] IC-821H problems
   
Yes, I do. Interestingly, I have not had any problems with FM in
either mode J or B. The other day I worked AO-85 successfully, and
immediately switched to EO-79, 2m SSB downlink. I heard no telemetry
or anything else. Then I pointed the antenna over towards some nearby
powerlines, which normally create a lot of annoying static on 2m -
nothing heard. I removed the coax from the 2m jack, and observed a
drop in the noise level (very slight), reconnected the coax and
checked over towards the power lines again, with the same result. I
wasn't hearing anything on 2m SSB, after I had, minutes before, had no
issues hearing on 2m FM.

I'm glad I have other radios to use in the meantime, while I try to
figure this out :-)

73


- Matthew kk4fem


On Sun, Jun 11, 2017 at 2:05 AM, Nitin Muttin <vu3tyg at yahoo.co.in> wrote:
>
> Hi Matthew,
>
> On 2m when on FM mode do you hear the white noise when you open the squelch.
>
> 73
> Nitin [VU3TYG]
>
>
> ________________________________
> From: Matthew Stevens <matthew at mrstevens.net>
> To: amsat-bb at amsat.org
> Sent: Saturday, 10 June 2017 7:06 PM
> Subject: [amsat-bb] IC-821H problems
>
> I'm having a strange issue with my 821. Periodically I lose all sensitivity, which I've particularly noticed on 2m SSB. I can attach and detach an antenna with no change in the noise level, and can't hear anything in the receiver (like the XW-2* beacons, or the AO-73 telemetry). Resetting the radio seems to fix it.
>
> It doesn't appear to be affecting 70cm, although I haven't had much chance to test that (there's not always a mode j sat up at the same time as a mode b one, and when it happens I'm normally just trying to reset the radio as fast as I can do I can operate the pass). Has anyone experienced anything like this before?
>
> 73,
>
> - Matthew kk4fem
>
> Sent from my iPhone
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From hamsat at xs4all.nl  Sun Jun 18 12:25:25 2017
From: hamsat at xs4all.nl (Nico Janssen)
Date: Sun, 18 Jun 2017 14:25:25 +0200
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS 4A and CAS 4B identified
Message-ID: <3781f38b-188e-19f4-ab5d-4959afa00de1@xs4all.nl>

All,

Detailed doppler measurements show that CAS 4A is object 42761,
2017-034D, and that CAS 4B is object 42759, 2017-034B.

Note that CAS 4A is also known as ZHUHAY-1 01 and as OVS 1A,
and that CAS 4B is also known as ZHUHAY-1 02 and as OVS 1B.

Note that the IDs for CAS 4A and CAS 4B at Space-Track.org and
at Celestrak are currently not correct.

73,
Nico PA0DLO



From ingejack at cox.net  Sun Jun 18 13:49:59 2017
From: ingejack at cox.net (ingejack at cox.net)
Date: Sun, 18 Jun 2017 6:49:59 -0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS-4A Turned ON
Message-ID: <20170618094959.3NZ94.10882.imail@fed1rmwml107>

Cas 4A sat  transponder was turned on at 13:31 UTC this morning over North America. Very strong downlink signal . 
Did not have time to try CAS-4B... No other stations heard through pass.  JACK  KC7MG   Grid DM42 Arizona

From ingejack at cox.net  Sun Jun 18 15:36:46 2017
From: ingejack at cox.net (ingejack at cox.net)
Date: Sun, 18 Jun 2017 8:36:46 -0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS-4A
Message-ID: <20170618113646.N7VB0.11069.imail@fed1rmwml107>

Last pass at 1516 utc CAS-4A was turned off.  Beacon heard but transponder was off  KC7MG  

From wa4sca at gmail.com  Sun Jun 18 18:06:27 2017
From: wa4sca at gmail.com (Alan)
Date: Sun, 18 Jun 2017 13:06:27 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS-4 Settings for SatPC32
Message-ID: <000001d2e85d$9b940f60$d2bc2e20$@gmail.com>

Here are some DOPPLER.SQF values for CAS-4A and CAS-4B.

CAS-4A,145870.0,435220.0,USB,LSB,REV,0,0,XPDR 145.86-.88
CAS-4A,145835.0,0,FM,,,0,0,GMSK TLM
CAS-4A,145855.0,0,CW,,,0,0,CW TLM

CAS-4B,145925.0,435280.0,USB,LSB,REV,0,0,XPDR 145.915-.935
CAS-4B,145890.0,0,FM,,,0,0,GMSK TLM
CAS-4B,145910.0,0,CW,,,0,0,CW TLM

They look right in SatPC32, but have not been tested on the air, so please
report any errors.  My rig is back at the shop having some smoke
reinstalled, and it seems they have lost the formula.  ;(

73s,

Alan
WA4SCA



From SaguaroAstro at cox.net  Sun Jun 18 20:40:57 2017
From: SaguaroAstro at cox.net (Rick Tejera)
Date: Sun, 18 Jun 2017 13:40:57 -0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS-4A Turned ON
In-Reply-To: <aDqH1v00i4F0Vt701DqLpG>
References: <aDqH1v00i4F0Vt701DqLpG>
Message-ID: <005901d2e873$313fbef0$93bf3cd0$@cox.net>

Have they been identified to the their keps? What did you use?


Rick Tejera (K7TEJ)
Saguaro Astronomy Club
www.saguaroastro.org
Thunderbird Amateur Radio Club
www.W7TBC.org

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Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS-4A Turned ON

Cas 4A sat  transponder was turned on at 13:31 UTC this morning over North
America. Very strong downlink signal . 
Did not have time to try CAS-4B... No other stations heard through pass.
JACK  KC7MG   Grid DM42 Arizona
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From kb1pvh at gmail.com  Sun Jun 18 21:26:44 2017
From: kb1pvh at gmail.com (Dave Webb KB1PVH)
Date: Sun, 18 Jun 2017 17:26:44 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS-4A Turned ON
In-Reply-To: <005901d2e873$313fbef0$93bf3cd0$@cox.net>
References: <005901d2e873$313fbef0$93bf3cd0$@cox.net>
Message-ID: <CAEMY9FeZ92TysRKskaAL7H7z8N8ik6ZKbg+0xz0JVRafG7VQ7g@mail.gmail.com>

There was an email earlier from Nico. Below is a copy and paste of his
email.

All,

Detailed doppler measurements show that CAS 4A is object 42761,
2017-034D, and that CAS 4B is object 42759, 2017-034B.

Note that CAS 4A is also known as ZHUHAY-1 01 and as OVS 1A,
and that CAS 4B is also known as ZHUHAY-1 02 and as OVS 1B.

Note that the IDs for CAS 4A and CAS 4B at Space-Track.org and
at Celestrak are currently not correct.

73,
Nico PA0DLO

Dave-KB1PVH


Sent from my Galaxy S7

On Jun 18, 2017 4:42 PM, "Rick Tejera" <SaguaroAstro at cox.net> wrote:

> Have they been identified to the their keps? What did you use?
>
>
> Rick Tejera (K7TEJ)
> Saguaro Astronomy Club
> www.saguaroastro.org
> Thunderbird Amateur Radio Club
> www.W7TBC.org
>
> -----Original Message-----
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> Sent: Sunday, June 18, 2017 6:50 AM
> To: amsat-bb at amsat.org
> Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS-4A Turned ON
>
> Cas 4A sat  transponder was turned on at 13:31 UTC this morning over North
> America. Very strong downlink signal .
> Did not have time to try CAS-4B... No other stations heard through pass.
> JACK  KC7MG   Grid DM42 Arizona
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From n8hm at arrl.net  Mon Jun 19 14:53:56 2017
From: n8hm at arrl.net (Paul Stoetzer)
Date: Mon, 19 Jun 2017 10:53:56 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] LilacSat-1 - First QSO
Message-ID: <CABzOSOokvfSAKaA7LhwSL810gd8vYdavL02j_kPR_vru__r_yA@mail.gmail.com>

Thanks to KB1PVH for my first QSO on LilacSat-1. It's really not that
tough if you follow the steps to get the Linux live CD image up and
running.

My own audio quality was poor, either due to signal strength or lack
of Doppler compensation on the uplink. I'll have to try tweaking that,
but it was fun. KB1PVH's signal was easily readable on the 15 degree
maximum elevation pass.

My setup for receiving the downlink was an Arrow antenna, preamp,
FUNcube Dongle Pro+, and a 4 year old Dell laptop running the Linux
Live CD. I used my FT-817 on the uplink so I could make fine
adjustments on the uplink frequency.

I have read lots of comments from individuals wanting to try something
new. This certainly qualifies! LilacSat-1 was deployed from the ISS,
so it will have a limited orbital lifetime. Work it while it's up
there.

For more information on how to set it all up, K0FFY has prepared a
nice guide. http://adamwhitney.net/working-lilacsat-1/

73,

Paul, N8HM

From n4csitwo at bellsouth.net  Mon Jun 19 15:43:08 2017
From: n4csitwo at bellsouth.net (n4csitwo at bellsouth.net)
Date: Mon, 19 Jun 2017 11:43:08 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] ARISS News Release no. 17-07
Message-ID: <25C72D73021D4BFEBB274663C412806C@DHJ>


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

13 US Schools/Groups Move Into Phase 2 of ARISS Selections

 

June 19, 2017 - The American Radio Relay League (ARRL) and the Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation (AMSAT), US partners of Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS), are pleased to announce the schools/organizations selected to move into Phase 2 for ARISS ham radio time slots in the first half of 2018. A review team selected 13 proposals after the recent proposal window closed. The 13 groups will go forward into Phase 2, the submitting of an equipment plan to host a scheduled amateur radio contact with crew orbiting on the International Space Station.  

 

The primary goal of the ARISS program is to engage young people in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) activities, and raise their awareness of space exploration, amateur radio, communications, and related areas of study and career possibilities. 

 

The ARISS Team anticipates that NASA will be able to provide scheduling opportunities for these 13 US host organizations during the January-June 2018 time period. These groups must now complete an equipment plan that demonstrates their ability to execute the ham radio contact. Once their equipment plan is approved by the ARISS technical team, the final selected schools/organizations will be scheduled as their availability and flexibility match up with the scheduling opportunities offered by NASA. 

 

The schools and organizations are:

       Bellefonte Area Middle School
     Bellefonte PA
     
      Central Islip Union Free School District
     Central Islip NY
     
      Central Magnet Match & Science Elementary School
     Batesville AR
     
      Freeport Public Schools
     Freeport NY
     
      Indian Trails Middle School
     Winter Springs FL
     
      Mill Springs Academy
     Alpharetta GA
     
      Moore Square AIG/GT Magnet School
     Raleigh NC
     
      Mooreland Heights Elementary
     Knoxville TN
     
      Museum of Science & Technology w/Danforth Middle School
     Syracuse NY
     
      Parkside Middle School
     San Bruno CA
     
      Pinson Valley High School
     Pinson AL
     
      Salado Intermediate School
     Salado TX
     
      Students for the Exploration & Development of Space
     College Station TX
     

 

 

 

ABOUT ARISS

Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) is a cooperative venture of the Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation (AMSAT), the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in the United States, and other international space agencies and international amateur radio organizations around the world. The primary goal of ARISS is to promote exploration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) topics by organizing scheduled contacts via amateur radio between crew members aboard the ISS and students in classrooms or informal education venues. With the help of experienced amateur radio volunteers from amateur radio clubs and coordination from the ARISS team, the ISS crew members speak directly with large group audiences in a variety of public forums such as school assemblies, science centers and museums, Scout camporees, jamborees and space camps, where students, teachers, parents, and communities learn about space, space technologies and Amateur Radio.

 

Find more information at www.ariss.org, www.amsat.organd www.arrl.org.

 

###

 

Contact:

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ARISS PR

aa4kn at amsat.org

(321) 662-9486

 

 

                                                          

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From w5rkn at w5rkn.com  Mon Jun 19 21:12:16 2017
From: w5rkn at w5rkn.com (Ronald G. Parsons)
Date: Mon, 19 Jun 2017 16:12:16 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Be kind to our old lady AO-7
Message-ID: <A7833ABE176346E4A8DB0F6A1FC6ACF8@Ron8300PC>

A few weeks ago  I posted the following message to the AMSAT-BB. The situation has definitely improved, but it is still happening. Just a few minutes ago at 2044Z, the dreaded  mode switch was triggered again. It appeared that a station was trying to ?find himself? while running much more power than necessary, and ...

For those that didn?t get the message:
AGAIN, PLEASE USE THE LOWEST POSSIBLE UPLINK POWER!!! 

Ron W5RKN

Date: Wed, 31 May 2017 18:42:08 ?0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Be kind to our old lady AO-7

Lately, AO-7 has spontaneously switched out of Mode B during passes over the US and probably other places. Since AO-7?s batteries are not functioning, it relies totally on its solar cells, which have limited capacity. As more users are online, and especially when one or more users are using more than the minimum necessary uplink power, the power system will fail and cause a switch out of Mode B. I have saved a FlexRadio waterfall display of four passes from around 2200Z from the four previous days. In three out of four passes, just before the unexpected mode switch, a strong CW signal popped up around 145.950 MHz. AO-7 switched out of Mode B seconds thereafter. I can?t say for sure it was the cause but it happened three days in a row. Today?s pass had only one user, a low-power digital signal which appeared briefly, and no mode switch occurred. Screen shot JPG?s are available via the following link. 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-Jez46MB5RaMzV0RlhmWHNWcjg/view?usp=sharing

To minimize the chance of causing a switch out of Mode B, use the very minimum uplink power necessary. Even if a mode switch is not triggered, too much uplink power will cause distortion over the entire passband. AO-7 has been a great satellite, and she deserves our tender loving care. USE THE LOWEST POSSIBLE UPLINK POWER!!! 

Ron W5RKN

From va6bmj at gmail.com  Tue Jun 20 00:54:42 2017
From: va6bmj at gmail.com (B J)
Date: Tue, 20 Jun 2017 00:54:42 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Update On Satellite Station Sale
Message-ID: <CAP7QzkNq3RSaLBCO_kBR_TLeYrLKb6=0jmCYAx69+w-1JihvLg@mail.gmail.com>

The portable satellite station that was advertised has been sold.  The
following items are still available:

Kenwood TS-790A transceiver $1,180.00
Timewave DSP-9 filter	$135.00
LVB tracker	$200.00
Mirage B 2518 G 2 metre amplifier	$575.00
Kenwood PS 430 power supply	$160.00
Acer laptop computer with SatPC32 software	$350.00
2.4 Ghz D-Link antenna	$50.00
30-ft fold-over tower	$250.00
Fold-over kit	$250.00

Anyone interested in any of these items can contact me and I'll
forward your inquiry.

73s

Bernhard VA6BMJ @ DO33FL

From fredcastello at gmail.com  Tue Jun 20 08:21:04 2017
From: fredcastello at gmail.com (Fred Castello)
Date: Tue, 20 Jun 2017 04:21:04 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Request Sked over next few Days on XW-2 Satellites
Message-ID: <CACc4i9CgdmZMVfU_qvMdOysE2TC1HqkJ19UU9ggvcJjRytoNHA@mail.gmail.com>

I am in the process of practicing for Field Day and wondered if anyone
would be willing to try to set up a sked for the next 2 evenings using the
XW-2 series of satellites?  I am in Virginia, grid FM08 and according to my
calculations the series starts a good run at about 6:17 pm EST (20:17 GMT)
each evening.  We could work for about 45 minutes on multiple satellites to
test our Field Day setup.  Thank you for your consideration.
Regards,
Fred - KF4FC

From godetj at wanadoo.fr  Tue Jun 20 10:11:40 2017
From: godetj at wanadoo.fr (Jean-Pierre Godet)
Date: Tue, 20 Jun 2017 10:11:40 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Zhuhai-0 1 and 2 tle inversion ?
Message-ID: <65fa45e2-9739-e640-3912-cd94ac11f4aa@wanadoo.fr>

   Hi my friends,

   I'm afraid I'm wrong, but it seems to me that the catalog number, 
therefore the tle of Zhuhai-1 1 (CAS-4A) and Zhuhai-1 2 (CAS-4B) are 
maybe inverted.
   Listening the CW beacon, the Doppler shift correction with fresh tle 
for Zhuhai-1 2 (CAS-4B) seems correct, but for his brother nr 1 
(CAS-4A), it looks like the bird is a bit ahead the prediction : at the 
beginning of the pass we have to decrease manually the frequency to 
chase the bird, at about the half of the pass it's the opposite, we have 
to hold a little bit the frequency shift correction.

   No ?

   Have a nice day all !

   J-P F5YG

From ka3hdo at verizon.net  Tue Jun 20 12:12:13 2017
From: ka3hdo at verizon.net (KA3HDO)
Date: Tue, 20 Jun 2017 08:12:13 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] ARISS SSTV Commemorative Activity Coming Soon
Message-ID: <003501d2e9be$741c5e80$5c551b80$@verizon.net>

All,

 

In commemoration of our 20th anniversary, the ARISS team is planning to
transmit a set of 12 SSTV images that capture the accomplishments of ARISS
over that time.  While still to be scheduled, we anticipate the SSTV
operation to occur around the weekend of July 15.  We are planning for at
least a 2 day operation, but are working for a potential longer operation.
Note that all of this tentative and may change based on crew scheduling and
ISS operations.

 

Starting with our first meeting in November 1996, our joint operations on
Mir, becoming the first operational payload on ISS in November 2000 to our
1103rd school contact (so far), ARISS' accomplishments have been tremendous.
We have touched the lives of many and inspired and educated countless
students to pursue science, technology, engineering and math careers.

 

Please stay tuned as more details on our SSTV event will be communicated in
the coming weeks.  Please spread the word.  And think about how you can get
students in your area involved in capturing these images.  We would love to
hear your stories on how that goes.

 

73,  Frank KA3HDO

--------------------------------------------

Frank H. Bauer, KA3HDO

ISS Ham Radio Program Manager & PI

ARISS International Chair

AMSAT V.P. for Human Spaceflight Programs

 

About ARISS:

Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) is a cooperative
venture of international amateur radio societies and the space agencies that
support the International Space Station (ISS). In the United States,
sponsors are the American Radio Relay League (ARRL), the Radio Amateur
Satellite Corporation (AMSAT), Center for the Advancement of Science in
Space (CASIS) and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).  The
primary goal of ARISS is to promote exploration of science, technology,
engineering, and mathematics (STEM) topics by organizing scheduled contacts
via amateur radio between crew members aboard the ISS and students in
classrooms or informal education venues.  With the help of experienced
amateur radio volunteers, ISS crews speak directly with large audiences in a
variety of public forums.  Before and during these radio contacts, students,
teachers, parents, and communities learn about space, space technologies,
and amateur radio.  For more information, see  <http://www.ariss.org/>
www.ariss.org,  <http://www.amsat.org/> www.amsat.org, and
<http://www.arrl.org/> www.arrl.org.

 

 


From dtabor at estesvalley.net  Tue Jun 20 12:44:19 2017
From: dtabor at estesvalley.net (dtabor at estesvalley.net)
Date: Tue, 20 Jun 2017 06:44:19 -0600
Subject: [amsat-bb] Zeroes and Ones Utah rover trip
Message-ID: <a7b681a2492c1f5af599b764fcb202cb@127.0.0.1>

On Friday (6/23) I'll be heading back to DN31 by way of DN71-61-51-41  and
QRV on request for any of those grids. 
Plan is to be on the road before 1200 UTC, Wyoming around 1430 ...

Thought I'd do the zeroes on the way home (which will be MONDAY 6/26),
starting in DN40. 
In addition to DN50, I might just return to the DN60/DM69 grid line that
Pam and I did on Fathers Day. 
Current plan is to leave the QTH of KB7QG around 1400 UTC and drive US 40.

Again, I'm QRV for linear, FM or Packet ... just send me an email.

If you miss this trip, Pam and I will be headed back (again) over the
Fourth of July weekend.

From ingejack at cox.net  Tue Jun 20 13:36:46 2017
From: ingejack at cox.net (ingejack at cox.net)
Date: Tue, 20 Jun 2017 6:36:46 -0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS-4A-  ZHUHAY-1 01
Message-ID: <20170620093646.H280E.60052.imail@fed1rmwml303>

Made my first contact with Dave W5GT in EM12 on CAS-4a Satellite this morning at 1320 utc time . Also heard Frank K4FEG
Transponder on and good signals. Hard to keep up with Doppler.. I had to increase my Cat tuning by 100 hz every second or so to follow my downlink.. Dave/W5GT had a great signal...  JACK KC7MG  DM42

From n8hm at arrl.net  Tue Jun 20 14:12:44 2017
From: n8hm at arrl.net (Paul Stoetzer)
Date: Tue, 20 Jun 2017 10:12:44 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS-4A- ZHUHAY-1 01
In-Reply-To: <20170620093646.H280E.60052.imail@fed1rmwml303>
References: <20170620093646.H280E.60052.imail@fed1rmwml303>
Message-ID: <CABzOSOohbhaja93EpqpA=LCyPcY_JWrn6Lh8e3apm9uV8FJy5w@mail.gmail.com>

Jack,

KM0MMM mentioned on Twitter that XW-2D was also up at the same time.
It's possible that you actually made those QSOs via XW-2D as they
share uplink and downlink frequencies.

That would explain why the CAT was off as well.

73,

Paul, N8HM

On Tue, Jun 20, 2017 at 9:36 AM,  <ingejack at cox.net> wrote:
> Made my first contact with Dave W5GT in EM12 on CAS-4a Satellite this morning at 1320 utc time . Also heard Frank K4FEG
> Transponder on and good signals. Hard to keep up with Doppler.. I had to increase my Cat tuning by 100 hz every second or so to follow my downlink.. Dave/W5GT had a great signal...  JACK KC7MG  DM42
> _______________________________________________
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From godetj at wanadoo.fr  Tue Jun 20 14:25:32 2017
From: godetj at wanadoo.fr (Jean-Pierre Godet)
Date: Tue, 20 Jun 2017 14:25:32 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Zhuhai-0 1 and 2 tle inversion ?
In-Reply-To: <65fa45e2-9739-e640-3912-cd94ac11f4aa@wanadoo.fr>
References: <65fa45e2-9739-e640-3912-cd94ac11f4aa@wanadoo.fr>
Message-ID: <5ac7c129-ca23-ff4c-1144-6907a1c4600d@wanadoo.fr>

   I appologize...

   Nico PA0DLO reminded me the post he sents on Sunday 18th 12:25 about 
the two tle inverted in SpaceTrack and Celestrak.

   73 !

   Jean-Pierre F5YG

On 20/06/2017 10:11, Jean-Pierre Godet wrote:
>    Hi my friends,
> 
>    I'm afraid I'm wrong, but it seems to me that the catalog number, 
> therefore the tle of Zhuhai-1 1 (CAS-4A) and Zhuhai-1 2 (CAS-4B) are 
> maybe inverted.
>    Listening the CW beacon, the Doppler shift correction with fresh tle 
> for Zhuhai-1 2 (CAS-4B) seems correct, but for his brother nr 1 
> (CAS-4A), it looks like the bird is a bit ahead the prediction : at the 
> beginning of the pass we have to decrease manually the frequency to 
> chase the bird, at about the half of the pass it's the opposite, we have 
> to hold a little bit the frequency shift correction.
> 
>    No ?
> 
>    Have a nice day all !
> 
>    J-P F5YG

From ingejack at cox.net  Tue Jun 20 14:31:29 2017
From: ingejack at cox.net (ingejack at cox.net)
Date: Tue, 20 Jun 2017 7:31:29 -0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS-4A
Message-ID: <20170620103129.TTX3O.60205.imail@fed1rmwml303>

Thanks Paul. Glenn AA5PK reminded me back when A)-51 and AO-27 had the same problems...  JACK KC7MG

From af5cc2 at gmail.com  Tue Jun 20 14:45:48 2017
From: af5cc2 at gmail.com (John Geiger)
Date: Tue, 20 Jun 2017 09:45:48 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] CN81 on SO50
Message-ID: <CAHC1P2_9LBrpaU6E5d++Bk8nWJfebwGfgdzU1n9ZeP0ujKpJNg@mail.gmail.com>

Was WR7P the station in CN81 on yesterday's 2211z pass on SO50?

73 John AF5CC

From gabrielzeifman at gmail.com  Tue Jun 20 15:52:38 2017
From: gabrielzeifman at gmail.com (Gabriel Zeifman)
Date: Tue, 20 Jun 2017 10:52:38 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] CN81 on SO50
In-Reply-To: <CAHC1P2_9LBrpaU6E5d++Bk8nWJfebwGfgdzU1n9ZeP0ujKpJNg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAHC1P2_9LBrpaU6E5d++Bk8nWJfebwGfgdzU1n9ZeP0ujKpJNg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CAEGYLCtkhQCtBe-gGcyEWZ3BwaSFEKRZccd3QJ2X70+U9WxQXg@mail.gmail.com>

WI7P

73,
Gabe
NJ7H

On Jun 20, 2017 9:46 AM, "John Geiger" <af5cc2 at gmail.com> wrote:

> Was WR7P the station in CN81 on yesterday's 2211z pass on SO50?
>
> 73 John AF5CC
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From david at rushtone.com  Wed Jun 21 00:59:14 2017
From: david at rushtone.com (David Rush)
Date: Tue, 20 Jun 2017 20:59:14 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 Doppler Correction/Calibration?
Message-ID: <fe92af5f-ba2f-a3a4-1029-efdb4857cdaf@rushtone.com>

I'm trying to get the doppler correction/calibration set up for the 
various birds before Field Day, but I'm just not making any tangible 
progress.

I've got a pair of Yaesu FT-817ND rigs, and can successfully tune both 
of them with SatPC32's CAT controls.

Following the directions for a two-rig calibration process, I've been 
catching the XW-2* birds and can occasionally get the downlink 
correction set to where I can hear myself on the downlink.

In a couple of cases I've made note of where that downlink calibration 
was near mid-pass (the necessary correction changed constantly across 
the pass).

Then I go into the CAT menu, set the downlink correction to zero and the 
uplink calibration to the opposite sign of the previously found downlink 
correction at mid-pass.

For example on a recent pass of XW-2C I found a downlink correction of 
-160 Hz was working well near mid-pass (I could hear myself) so I set 
the uplink calibration to 160 Hz.

The "Upl. Calibr." window in the CAT pop-up says "160", and the grey box 
above the uplink frequency in the main window also says "160".

I click on the "Change/Store Dataf File" button, then click on the 
"Store" "Uplink Calibration" button on the next pop-up.

It says "The changings have been stored!" but the uplink calibration in 
both the first popup and the main window are back to zero.

I click the X to close both pop-ups, and uplink correction in the main 
window is still 0.  I exit the program, restart it, select XW-2C, enable 
CAT (C+) and the uplink calibration is still on zero.

What am I missing?

David, ky7dr


From AJ9N at aol.com  Wed Jun 21 04:39:21 2017
From: AJ9N at aol.com (AJ9N at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 21 Jun 2017 00:39:21 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2017-06-21 01:00
	UTC
Message-ID: <1cfc18.156bd400.467b5279@aol.com>

Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2017-06-21  01:00 UTC

Quick list of scheduled contacts and  events:

About Gagarin From Space.  Ham Radio Session With  Slavic Commonwealth 
International College Students Summer Camp Participants,  
Sochi, Russia, direct via R2?17SS (***)
The ISS callsign is presently  scheduled to be RS?ISS 
The scheduled astronaut is Fyodor Yurchikhin  RN3FI
Contact was successful Sat 2017-06-17 15:10 UTC (***)

Ufa,  Russia, direct via TBD 
The ISS callsign is presently scheduled to be RS?ISS  
The scheduled astronaut is Fyodor Yurchikhin RN3FI 
Contact is a go for  Fri 2017-06-23 08:25 UTC 

SCaN/Glenn Research Center, Brook Park,  OH, and the Girl Scouts of North 
East Ohio direct via NA8SA
The ISS callsign  is presently scheduled to be NA1SS 
The scheduled astronaut is Jack Fischer  K2FSH (***)
Contact is a go for: Fri 2017-06-23 14:25:09 UTC 70  deg

****************************************************************************
**

ARISS  is always glad to receive listener reports for the above contacts.  
ARISS  thanks everyone in advance for their assistance.  Feel free to send 
your  reports to aj9n at amsat.org or aj9n at aol.com.

Listen for the ISS on  the downlink of 145.8?  MHz.

****************************************************************************
***

All  ARISS contacts are made via the Kenwood radio unless otherwise  noted.

***********************************
********************************************

Several  of you have sent me emails asking about the RAC ARISS website and 
not being  able to get in.  That has now been changed to  
http://www.ariss.org/

Note that there are links to other ARISS  websites from this  site.

****************************************************************************
Looking  for something new to do?  How about receiving DATV from the  ISS?  
 
If interested, then please go to the ARISS-EU website for  complete 
details.  Look for the buttons indicating Ham  Video.                       
      

http://www.ariss-eu.org/    

If you need some  assistance, ARISS mentor Kerry N6IZW, might be able to 
provide some  insight.  Contact Kerry at  kbanke at sbcglobal.net
****************************************************************************
ARISS  congratulations the following mentors who have now mentored over 100 
 
schools:  

Satoshi 7M3TJZ with 123 
Gaston ON4WF with  123
Francesco IK?WGF with  119

****************************************************************************
The  webpages listed below were all reviewed for accuracy.  Out of date  
webpages were removed and new ones have been added.  If there are  
additional 
ARISS websites I need to know about, please let me  know.

Note, all times are approximate.  It is recommended that you  do your own 
orbital prediction or start listening about 10 minutes before  the listed 
time. 
All dates and times listed follow International  Standard ISO 8601 date and 
time format  YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS

The  complete schedule page has been updated as of 2017-06-21 01:00 UTC.  
(***)
Here you will find a listing of all scheduled school contacts, and  
questions, other ISS related websites, IRLP and Echolink websites, and  
instructions for any contact that may be streamed live.    

http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.txt

Total  number of ARISS ISS to earth school events is 1145. (***)
Each school counts  as 1 event.
Total number of ARISS ISS to earth school contacts is 1104.  (***)
Each contact may have multiple schools sharing the same time  slot.
Total number of ARISS supported terrestrial contacts is 47. 

A  complete year by year breakdown of the contacts may be found in the  
file.
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf

Please  feel free to contact me if more detailed statistics are  needed.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

The  following US states and entities have never had an ARISS contact:
Arkansas,  Delaware, South Dakota, Wyoming, American Samoa, Guam, Northern 
Marianas  Islands, and the Virgin  Islands.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

QSL  information may be found at:   
http://www.ariss.org/qsl-cards.html  

ISS callsigns:  DP?ISS, IR?ISS, NA1SS, OR4ISS,  RS?ISS

****************************************************************************
The  successful school list has been updated as of 2017-06-21 01:00 UTC.  

http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/Successful_ARISS_schools.rtf

Frequency   chart for packet, voice, and crossband repeater modes showing 
Doppler   correction  as of 2005-07-29 04:00  UTC
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ISS_frequencies_and_Doppler_correction
.rtf

Listing  of ARISS related magazine articles as of 2006-07-10 03:30  UTC.
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ARISS_magazine_articles.rtf

Check  out the Zoho reports of the ARISS  contacts

https://reports.zoho.com/ZDBDataSheetView.cc?DBID=412218000000020415
****************************************************************************
Exp.  50 on orbit
Peggy Whitson

Exp. 51 on orbit
Jack Fischer  K2FSH
Fyodor Yurchikhin  RN3FI
****************************************************************************

73,
Charlie  Sufana AJ9N
One of the ARISS operation team  mentors








From ka3hsw at att.net  Wed Jun 21 04:55:17 2017
From: ka3hsw at att.net (George Henry)
Date: Tue, 20 Jun 2017 23:55:17 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 Doppler Correction/Calibration?
References: <fe92af5f-ba2f-a3a4-1029-efdb4857cdaf@rushtone.com>
Message-ID: <968563F6BF064B0CB333140B467AF9EC@parents>

You're doing it right...  once you store the uplink calibration, the 
calibration values WILL return to zero, but if you look at the uplink 
frequency displayed in the right-hand panel of the CAT window, it will have 
a new value which is offset from the original frequency by whatever 
calibration value you stored.

73,
George, KA3HSW


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "David Rush" <david at rushtone.com>
To: "Amsat BB" <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
Sent: Tuesday, June 20, 2017 7:59 PM
Subject: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 Doppler Correction/Calibration?


> I'm trying to get the doppler correction/calibration set up for the 
> various birds before Field Day, but I'm just not making any tangible 
> progress.
>
> I've got a pair of Yaesu FT-817ND rigs, and can successfully tune both of 
> them with SatPC32's CAT controls.
>
> Following the directions for a two-rig calibration process, I've been 
> catching the XW-2* birds and can occasionally get the downlink correction 
> set to where I can hear myself on the downlink.
>
> In a couple of cases I've made note of where that downlink calibration was 
> near mid-pass (the necessary correction changed constantly across the 
> pass).
>
> Then I go into the CAT menu, set the downlink correction to zero and the 
> uplink calibration to the opposite sign of the previously found downlink 
> correction at mid-pass.
>
> For example on a recent pass of XW-2C I found a downlink correction 
> of -160 Hz was working well near mid-pass (I could hear myself) so I set 
> the uplink calibration to 160 Hz.
>
> The "Upl. Calibr." window in the CAT pop-up says "160", and the grey box 
> above the uplink frequency in the main window also says "160".
>
> I click on the "Change/Store Dataf File" button, then click on the "Store" 
> "Uplink Calibration" button on the next pop-up.
>
> It says "The changings have been stored!" but the uplink calibration in 
> both the first popup and the main window are back to zero.
>
> I click the X to close both pop-ups, and uplink correction in the main 
> window is still 0.  I exit the program, restart it, select XW-2C, enable 
> CAT (C+) and the uplink calibration is still on zero.
>
> What am I missing?
>
> David, ky7dr
>
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From david at rushtone.com  Wed Jun 21 11:44:09 2017
From: david at rushtone.com (David Rush)
Date: Wed, 21 Jun 2017 07:44:09 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 Doppler Correction/Calibration?
In-Reply-To: <968563F6BF064B0CB333140B467AF9EC@parents>
References: <fe92af5f-ba2f-a3a4-1029-efdb4857cdaf@rushtone.com>
	<968563F6BF064B0CB333140B467AF9EC@parents>
Message-ID: <ecb15214-e1ce-2a2c-3444-cdb47a9e272e@rushtone.com>

George:

Thanks for the reply.  So by repeatedly trying the same thing, have I 
shifted the uplink frequency by a bit more every time? Sounds like I may 
need to set those back.  Or else just find a new value in the opposite 
direction (starting a few multiples of the 160), set it once, and leave it.

73, David, KY7DR


On /20170621/ 00:55, George Henry wrote:
> You're doing it right...  once you store the uplink calibration, the 
> calibration values WILL return to zero, but if you look at the uplink 
> frequency displayed in the right-hand panel of the CAT window, it will 
> have a new value which is offset from the original frequency by 
> whatever calibration value you stored.
>
> 73,
> George, KA3HSW
>
>
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "David Rush" <david at rushtone.com>
> To: "Amsat BB" <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
> Sent: Tuesday, June 20, 2017 7:59 PM
> Subject: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 Doppler Correction/Calibration?
>
>
>> I'm trying to get the doppler correction/calibration set up for the 
>> various birds before Field Day, but I'm just not making any tangible 
>> progress.
>>
>> I've got a pair of Yaesu FT-817ND rigs, and can successfully tune 
>> both of them with SatPC32's CAT controls.
>>
>> Following the directions for a two-rig calibration process, I've been 
>> catching the XW-2* birds and can occasionally get the downlink 
>> correction set to where I can hear myself on the downlink.
>>
>> In a couple of cases I've made note of where that downlink 
>> calibration was near mid-pass (the necessary correction changed 
>> constantly across the pass).
>>
>> Then I go into the CAT menu, set the downlink correction to zero and 
>> the uplink calibration to the opposite sign of the previously found 
>> downlink correction at mid-pass.
>>
>> For example on a recent pass of XW-2C I found a downlink correction 
>> of -160 Hz was working well near mid-pass (I could hear myself) so I 
>> set the uplink calibration to 160 Hz.
>>
>> The "Upl. Calibr." window in the CAT pop-up says "160", and the grey 
>> box above the uplink frequency in the main window also says "160".
>>
>> I click on the "Change/Store Dataf File" button, then click on the 
>> "Store" "Uplink Calibration" button on the next pop-up.
>>
>> It says "The changings have been stored!" but the uplink calibration 
>> in both the first popup and the main window are back to zero.
>>
>> I click the X to close both pop-ups, and uplink correction in the 
>> main window is still 0.  I exit the program, restart it, select 
>> XW-2C, enable CAT (C+) and the uplink calibration is still on zero.
>>
>> What am I missing?
>>
>> David, ky7dr
>>
>> _______________________________________________
>> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
>> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. 
>> Opinions expressed
>> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views 
>> of AMSAT-NA.
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From hamsat at xs4all.nl  Wed Jun 21 12:24:52 2017
From: hamsat at xs4all.nl (Nico Janssen)
Date: Wed, 21 Jun 2017 14:24:52 +0200
Subject: [amsat-bb] Cubesat Challenger identified
Message-ID: <f768883d-34ab-a727-fad5-61e0596da017@xs4all.nl>

All,

Detailed doppler measurements show that QB50 Cubesat Challenger
is object 42721, 1998-067MA.

73,
Nico PA0DLO



From wd4elg at outlook.com  Wed Jun 21 01:50:36 2017
From: wd4elg at outlook.com (Mark Lunday)
Date: Wed, 21 Jun 2017 01:50:36 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Some questions about SatPC32
Message-ID: <CO2PR06MB491AD35D87EB5D1074B174D95DA0@CO2PR06MB491.namprd06.prod.outlook.com>

Not new to satellites or tracking them.  I have been working the birds for more than a decade, and using HRD for control.

I am finally going to use my registered version of SatPC32.

I have some questions about frequency control.  For answers, is there a message board/group dedicated to sharing information on this software?

Thanks in advance.

Mark Lunday, WD4ELG
Greensboro, NC  FM06be
wd4elg at arrl.net
http://wd4elg.blogspot.com
SKCC #16439  FISTS #17972




From kb1pvh at gmail.com  Wed Jun 21 15:29:08 2017
From: kb1pvh at gmail.com (Dave Webb KB1PVH)
Date: Wed, 21 Jun 2017 11:29:08 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Some questions about SatPC32
In-Reply-To: <CO2PR06MB491AD35D87EB5D1074B174D95DA0@CO2PR06MB491.namprd06.prod.outlook.com>
References: <CO2PR06MB491AD35D87EB5D1074B174D95DA0@CO2PR06MB491.namprd06.prod.outlook.com>
Message-ID: <CAEMY9FcVVs4+zh1KAehMTj58qspbCH2DAM9KVb5JNEo22KTBTw@mail.gmail.com>

Mark,

 Right here is pretty much the best place to ask.

Dave-KB1PVH


Sent from my Galaxy S7

On Jun 21, 2017 11:22 AM, "Mark Lunday" <wd4elg at outlook.com> wrote:

> Not new to satellites or tracking them.  I have been working the birds for
> more than a decade, and using HRD for control.
>
> I am finally going to use my registered version of SatPC32.
>
> I have some questions about frequency control.  For answers, is there a
> message board/group dedicated to sharing information on this software?
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
> Mark Lunday, WD4ELG
> Greensboro, NC  FM06be
> wd4elg at arrl.net
> http://wd4elg.blogspot.com
> SKCC #16439  FISTS #17972
>
>
>
> _______________________________________________
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> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions
> expressed
> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
> AMSAT-NA.
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From kb1pvh at gmail.com  Wed Jun 21 16:42:09 2017
From: kb1pvh at gmail.com (Dave Webb KB1PVH)
Date: Wed, 21 Jun 2017 12:42:09 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Spid RAS & Green Heron controller
In-Reply-To: <CAEMY9FdWq1bz6pUBS22Hr4+vBLvpTCap+rk1NcLjopxfj3pGiQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAEMY9Fcy2zA15QeB1=_-qsTbk_cEBuaT2kvAO4bmjTEtOeamFw@mail.gmail.com>
	<CAEMY9Fe7Zbz7b1XW_iB001S_ENkUaUukNOMC_17j2Y7kMaJoWQ@mail.gmail.com>
	<CAEMY9FdWq1bz6pUBS22Hr4+vBLvpTCap+rk1NcLjopxfj3pGiQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CAEMY9Ff+woiRnE+81r8R99UhAbrmQu_=OpRJj4Sb0yRRoK=CuQ@mail.gmail.com>

If anyone is using a Spid RAS with a Green Heron AZ/EL controller could you
shoot me a email directly, I have some setup questions.

Thanks

Dave-KB1PVH


Sent from my Galaxy S7

From va6bmj at gmail.com  Wed Jun 21 17:32:27 2017
From: va6bmj at gmail.com (B J)
Date: Wed, 21 Jun 2017 17:32:27 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Satellite Station Items Still For Sale
Message-ID: <CAP7QzkNR8wHza6gdig7jDvtkraWc8M+B8S5eQcYPsRv4CJVYsw@mail.gmail.com>

Just an update on the satellite station that I advertised a few days
ago.  The following items are still available:

Kenwood TS-790A transceiver $1,180.00
Timewave DSP-9 filter	$135.00
LVB tracker	$200.00
Kenwood PS 430 power supply	$160.00
Acer laptop computer with SatPC32 software	$350.00
2.4 Ghz D-Link antenna	$50.00
30-ft fold-over tower	$250.00
Fold-over kit	$250.00

The portable satellite station that was advertised earlier has been sold.

Anyone interested in purchasing any of these items can contact me and
I'll forward your message.  Any reasonable offers will be seriously
considered.

73s

Bernhard VA6BMJ @ DO33FL

From n4csitwo at bellsouth.net  Wed Jun 21 18:02:24 2017
From: n4csitwo at bellsouth.net (n4csitwo at bellsouth.net)
Date: Wed, 21 Jun 2017 14:02:24 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Upcoming ARISS contact with NASA Glenn Research Center -
	Brook Place, OH
Message-ID: <BA71523723644F9AA95DEDDE0E768CB3@DHJ>

An International Space Station school contact has been planned with participants at SCaN/Glenn Research Center, Brook Park, OH on 23 June. The event is scheduled to begin at approximately 14:25 UTC. The duration of the contact is approximately 9 minutes and 30 seconds. The contact will be direct between NA1SS and NA8SA. The contact should be audible over the U.S. state of Ohio and surrounding regions. Interested parties are invited to listen in on the 145.80 MHz downlink. The contact is expected to be conducted in English.

 

 

Girl Scouts of North East Ohio and NASA Glenn Research Center

The Girl Scouts of North East Ohio (GNSEO) is hosting an ARISS contact event in collaboration with NASA Glenn Research Center (GRC), the NASA GRC Amateur Radio Club, and Best Buy Geek Squad. The contact will take place at the Girl Scout Camp Timberlane in Wakeman, OH. This 324-acre camp includes miles of hiking trails, creeks, and ravines. It features a swimming pool, archery range, observatory, low ropes course and a meandering lake that's ideal for boating.  The ARISS contact will be the highlight of the Girl Scout Space Camp week. The program, which promotes STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) skills, will be the main attraction for this activity-packed family event. Pre-contact speakers include representatives from NASA, ARISS, and GSNEO. 


 

Activities will be set up throughout camp and include a virtual reality tour of the International Space Station, vacuum chamber activities, take-away stations like energy bead bracelets, straw rockets, build a Tracking and Data Relay Satellite (TDRS) model and an exclusive Girl Scout ARISS contact patch. The Girl Scouts are the preeminent leadership development organization for girls with programs from coast to coast and across the globe. Girl Scouts offer every girl a chance to practice a lifetime of leadership, adventure, and success.

 

 

 

Participants will ask as many of the following questions as time allows:

 

1. What ISS experiments are you most excited to be working?

2. What does it feel like to be in a space suit in outer space?

3. The US will have a solar eclipse on August 21st.  Will you be able to see a shadow cast across the US as the eclipse takes place?

4. What do you do for fun on the ISS?

5. How does working together with astronauts from around the world help you accomplish more?

6. Is it harder to get used to no gravity or to adjust back to gravity after being in space?

7. We saw a video of astronauts playing a keyboard and guitar on the ISS.  Do musical instruments sound different aboard the ISS in zero-gravity?

8. What is the most difficult obstacle we need to overcome to be able to go to mars?

9. We tell time by one rotation of the Earth. How do you tell time in Space?

10. Do you experience night and day in space like we do on earth or is it always dark?

11. When did you realize you wanted to be an astronaut and why?

12. What has amazed you the most about being in space?

13. Why is it important for humans to go into space?

14. On the ISS, do you see different constellations than we do in North America?

15. How do you avoid collisions in space?

16. What is one thing you have learned while on the International Space Station?

 

 

PLEASE CHECK THE FOLLOWING FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ARISS UPDATES:

 

      Visit ARISS on Facebook. We can be found at Amateur Radio on the 

      International Space Station (ARISS).

 

      To receive our Twitter updates, follow @ARISS_status

 

 

Next planned event(s):

 

      TBD

 

About ARISS: 

Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) is a cooperative venture of international amateur radio societies and the space agencies that support the International Space Station (ISS). In the United States, sponsors are the Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation (AMSAT), the American Radio Relay League (ARRL), the Center for the Advancement of Science in Space (CASIS) and  National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).  The primary goal of ARISS is to promote exploration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) topics by organizing scheduled contacts via amateur radio between crew members aboard the ISS and students in classrooms or informal education venues.  With the help of experienced amateur radio volunteers, ISS crews speak directly with large audiences in a variety of public forums.  Before and during these radio contacts, students, teachers, parents, and communities learn about space, space technologies, and amateur radio.  For more information, see www.ariss.org, www.amsat.org, and www.arrl.org.

 

Thank you & 73,

David - AA4KN

 

 


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From info at fg8oj.com  Wed Jun 21 21:00:27 2017
From: info at fg8oj.com (info at fg8oj.com)
Date: Wed, 21 Jun 2017 21:00:27 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] FK95 activation
Message-ID: <594ade6b.152f1f0a.a9a5d.4a72@mx.google.com>

Hello,
I will be on FK95 grid this weekend for a first try FM Sat only of FK95 activation from south/west part of Basse-Terre island in Guadeloupe. I will be at FK95dx OR FK95dw for best minimum elevation at N/W.
24/06/2017 
AO-85
AOS : 00:21
LOS : 00:29
SO-50
AOS : 17:30
LOS : 17:38
25/06/2017 (AMSAT Field Day)
AO-85
AOS : 00:49
LOS : 00:56
SO-50
AOS : 17?:56
LOS : 18?:05
I hope to ear you?!
73, Burt FG8OJ





From kc0bmf at gmail.com  Thu Jun 22 00:52:48 2017
From: kc0bmf at gmail.com (John Fickes)
Date: Wed, 21 Jun 2017 19:52:48 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 Doppler Correction/Calibration?
Message-ID: <CAG-+cOZKBZeEQYEzSk2JPbnqw2Di+8xXd=9h=y0Dkw81+DgYKw@mail.gmail.com>

Hello All

   Something I've wondered about before, while adjusting the doppler in
satpc-32 should the rule of thumb apply, in that always adjust the higher
frequency? So if the downlink is the higher frequency adjust the down link
correction ? Or does one need to always adjust the uplink correction in
Satpc-32 ? I've always just adjusted the uplink correction and for the most
part it usually is pretty close but it seems I most always need to touch
things up a bit. Thanks in advance.

                            John W0JW   73

From david at rushtone.com  Thu Jun 22 00:53:35 2017
From: david at rushtone.com (David Rush)
Date: Wed, 21 Jun 2017 20:53:35 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 Doppler Correction/Calibration?
In-Reply-To: <ecb15214-e1ce-2a2c-3444-cdb47a9e272e@rushtone.com>
References: <fe92af5f-ba2f-a3a4-1029-efdb4857cdaf@rushtone.com>
	<968563F6BF064B0CB333140B467AF9EC@parents>
	<ecb15214-e1ce-2a2c-3444-cdb47a9e272e@rushtone.com>
Message-ID: <8b001e65-2615-0700-679b-7b5733e4e14d@rushtone.com>

Okay, I followed the instructions (as I described below).  I found 
myself on a couple of the XW-2* birds, and kept adjusting my downlink 
correction until I was at about peak elevation in the pass (I even made 
one contact while one of the birds was still on its way up).  Then 
zeroed out the downlink correction and entered the opposite in uplink 
correction, and saved it.

Once I did that I did not hear myself on the downlink, and failed to 
find myself, even trying a few 10s of hz of d/l correction either side, 
before the birds got too low on the horizon.

What am I doing wrong?

David, ky7dr


On /20170621/ 07:44, David Rush wrote:
> George:
>
> Thanks for the reply.  So by repeatedly trying the same thing, have I 
> shifted the uplink frequency by a bit more every time? Sounds like I 
> may need to set those back.  Or else just find a new value in the 
> opposite direction (starting a few multiples of the 160), set it once, 
> and leave it.
>
> 73, David, KY7DR
>
>
> On /20170621/ 00:55, George Henry wrote:
>> You're doing it right...  once you store the uplink calibration, the 
>> calibration values WILL return to zero, but if you look at the uplink 
>> frequency displayed in the right-hand panel of the CAT window, it 
>> will have a new value which is offset from the original frequency by 
>> whatever calibration value you stored.
>>
>> 73,
>> George, KA3HSW
>>
>>
>> ----- Original Message ----- From: "David Rush" <david at rushtone.com>
>> To: "Amsat BB" <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>> Sent: Tuesday, June 20, 2017 7:59 PM
>> Subject: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 Doppler Correction/Calibration?
>>
>>
>>> I'm trying to get the doppler correction/calibration set up for the 
>>> various birds before Field Day, but I'm just not making any tangible 
>>> progress.
>>>
>>> I've got a pair of Yaesu FT-817ND rigs, and can successfully tune 
>>> both of them with SatPC32's CAT controls.
>>>
>>> Following the directions for a two-rig calibration process, I've 
>>> been catching the XW-2* birds and can occasionally get the downlink 
>>> correction set to where I can hear myself on the downlink.
>>>
>>> In a couple of cases I've made note of where that downlink 
>>> calibration was near mid-pass (the necessary correction changed 
>>> constantly across the pass).
>>>
>>> Then I go into the CAT menu, set the downlink correction to zero and 
>>> the uplink calibration to the opposite sign of the previously found 
>>> downlink correction at mid-pass.
>>>
>>> For example on a recent pass of XW-2C I found a downlink correction 
>>> of -160 Hz was working well near mid-pass (I could hear myself) so I 
>>> set the uplink calibration to 160 Hz.
>>>
>>> The "Upl. Calibr." window in the CAT pop-up says "160", and the grey 
>>> box above the uplink frequency in the main window also says "160".
>>>
>>> I click on the "Change/Store Dataf File" button, then click on the 
>>> "Store" "Uplink Calibration" button on the next pop-up.
>>>
>>> It says "The changings have been stored!" but the uplink calibration 
>>> in both the first popup and the main window are back to zero.
>>>
>>> I click the X to close both pop-ups, and uplink correction in the 
>>> main window is still 0.  I exit the program, restart it, select 
>>> XW-2C, enable CAT (C+) and the uplink calibration is still on zero.
>>>
>>> What am I missing?
>>>
>>> David, ky7dr
>>>
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From W5PDQ at yahoo.com  Thu Jun 22 00:20:37 2017
From: W5PDQ at yahoo.com (W5PDQ)
Date: Wed, 21 Jun 2017 19:20:37 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS-4A New File Settings (SatPC32 V12.8c)
Message-ID: <000001d2eaed$603e9ab0$20bbd010$@yahoo.com>

Hello,

 

I believe I need a little help for the entries into the Doppler.SQF file for
CAS-4A.

Just to take one line at a time to keep it simple.

Below is a line for the SSB frequencies for CAS-4A placed into the
Doppler.SQF file.

CAS-4A,145870.0,435220.0,USB,LSB,REV,0,0,XPDR 145.86-.88

 

I've also added this associated line of data into the AmsatNames.txt file

42761 2017034D CAS 4A

 

This is my problem; I'm not able to get the frequency information to
populate into the CAT Tuning dialog text box?     

Any suggestions on what I'm doing incorrect, this is the first time I've
added a new satellite.

 

    Thanks,

     Stan, W5PDQ


From rjlawn at gmail.com  Thu Jun 22 01:48:41 2017
From: rjlawn at gmail.com (Richard Lawn)
Date: Wed, 21 Jun 2017 21:48:41 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] New CAS-4A and B Sats
Message-ID: <CADQmrTHE7=pN_ToviTu-HCmyP-CNv530bs15-bxk9+DMXYJuhQ@mail.gmail.com>

In updating SatPC32 which name should I use ZHUHAI-1 01 (CAS-4A) or just
CAS-4A? I noticed in the Keps file the full long name is given. So the
question is what goes in the AmsatNames.text file.

Rick, W2JAZ

From ray.hoad at mypbmail.com  Thu Jun 22 03:11:14 2017
From: ray.hoad at mypbmail.com (Ray Hoad)
Date: Wed, 21 Jun 2017 22:11:14 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] New CAS-4A and B Sats
In-Reply-To: <CADQmrTHE7=pN_ToviTu-HCmyP-CNv530bs15-bxk9+DMXYJuhQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CADQmrTHE7=pN_ToviTu-HCmyP-CNv530bs15-bxk9+DMXYJuhQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <000c01d2eb05$365b1b70$a3115250$@mypbmail.com>

The next AMSAT-NA TLEs for 6-22-2017 (tomorrow) will use CAS-4A (NORAD CAT
ID 42761) and CAS-4B (NORAD CAT ID 42759).  I suggest using CAS-4A and
CAS-4B.

There is also some confusion with the naming used by SpaceTrack, from which
AMSAT's KEP data is obtained.  Based on doppler corrected passes, Nico
Janssen, PA0DLO has confirmed that object CAS-4A is in fact NORAD CAT ID
42761 and CAS-4B is NORAD CAT ID 42759. SpaceTrack is not currently correct.

Ray Hoad
WA5QGD
Orbital Elements Manager

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Sent: Wednesday, June 21, 2017 20:49
To: Amsat BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
Subject: [amsat-bb] New CAS-4A and B Sats

In updating SatPC32 which name should I use ZHUHAI-1 01 (CAS-4A) or just
CAS-4A? I noticed in the Keps file the full long name is given. So the
question is what goes in the AmsatNames.text file.

Rick, W2JAZ
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From johnki4ro at gmail.com  Thu Jun 22 03:38:22 2017
From: johnki4ro at gmail.com (John KI4RO)
Date: Wed, 21 Jun 2017 23:38:22 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] V31CI
Message-ID: <CA+-NL42JTx5uiD4DNajw=M01wZJbve=7Lo7ng-KGRd9HmHNhuQ@mail.gmail.com>

Dave is having gamma match problems on 70cm...says travel is hell on the
equipment at times. hi hi  Hopes to be back on later today (22 June)

73
John KI4RO




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From ka3hsw at att.net  Thu Jun 22 04:03:54 2017
From: ka3hsw at att.net (George Henry)
Date: Wed, 21 Jun 2017 23:03:54 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS-4A New File Settings (SatPC32 V12.8c)
References: <000001d2eaed$603e9ab0$20bbd010$@yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <5A4505423EC04B5089018219AFCFA203@parents>

2 issues:  in your doppler file, you have the sat name as CAS-4A, but in the 
names file, you have it as CAS 4A (no hyphen).  They have to match.  You 
also have too many characters in the object number in the names file.  It 
should be 17034D, not 2017034D.

73,
George, KA3HSW


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "W5PDQ via AMSAT-BB" <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
To: <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
Sent: Wednesday, June 21, 2017 7:20 PM
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS-4A New File Settings (SatPC32 V12.8c)


> Hello,
>
>
>
> I believe I need a little help for the entries into the Doppler.SQF file 
> for
> CAS-4A.
>
> Just to take one line at a time to keep it simple.
>
> Below is a line for the SSB frequencies for CAS-4A placed into the
> Doppler.SQF file.
>
> CAS-4A,145870.0,435220.0,USB,LSB,REV,0,0,XPDR 145.86-.88
>
>
>
> I've also added this associated line of data into the AmsatNames.txt file
>
> 42761 2017034D CAS 4A
>
>
>
> This is my problem; I'm not able to get the frequency information to
> populate into the CAT Tuning dialog text box?
>
> Any suggestions on what I'm doing incorrect, this is the first time I've
> added a new satellite.
>
>
>
>    Thanks,
>
>     Stan, W5PDQ 


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From ka3hsw at att.net  Thu Jun 22 04:10:38 2017
From: ka3hsw at att.net (George Henry)
Date: Wed, 21 Jun 2017 23:10:38 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 Doppler Correction/Calibration?
References: <fe92af5f-ba2f-a3a4-1029-efdb4857cdaf@rushtone.com><968563F6BF064B0CB333140B467AF9EC@parents><ecb15214-e1ce-2a2c-3444-cdb47a9e272e@rushtone.com>
	<8b001e65-2615-0700-679b-7b5733e4e14d@rushtone.com>
Message-ID: <0E727C9D7B994C619C7B029782FFB104@parents>

Go into your Doppler.sqf file and edit the up- and downlink frequencies back 
to the original values.  Then use the uplink calibration buttons to find 
yourself on the downlink.  Then click the Change/Store data file button and 
store the uplink calibration.  I've never touched the downlink correction on 
a sat with a linear transponder...

George, KA3HSW


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "David Rush" <david at rushtone.com>
To: <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
Sent: Wednesday, June 21, 2017 7:53 PM
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 Doppler Correction/Calibration?


> Okay, I followed the instructions (as I described below).  I found myself 
> on a couple of the XW-2* birds, and kept adjusting my downlink correction 
> until I was at about peak elevation in the pass (I even made one contact 
> while one of the birds was still on its way up).  Then zeroed out the 
> downlink correction and entered the opposite in uplink correction, and 
> saved it.
>
> Once I did that I did not hear myself on the downlink, and failed to find 
> myself, even trying a few 10s of hz of d/l correction either side, before 
> the birds got too low on the horizon.
>
> What am I doing wrong?
>
> David, ky7dr
>
>
> On /20170621/ 07:44, David Rush wrote:
>> George:
>>
>> Thanks for the reply.  So by repeatedly trying the same thing, have I 
>> shifted the uplink frequency by a bit more every time? Sounds like I may 
>> need to set those back.  Or else just find a new value in the opposite 
>> direction (starting a few multiples of the 160), set it once, and leave 
>> it.
>>
>> 73, David, KY7DR
>>
>>
>> On /20170621/ 00:55, George Henry wrote:
>>> You're doing it right...  once you store the uplink calibration, the 
>>> calibration values WILL return to zero, but if you look at the uplink 
>>> frequency displayed in the right-hand panel of the CAT window, it will 
>>> have a new value which is offset from the original frequency by whatever 
>>> calibration value you stored.
>>>
>>> 73,
>>> George, KA3HSW
>>>
>>>
>>> ----- Original Message ----- From: "David Rush" <david at rushtone.com>
>>> To: "Amsat BB" <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>>> Sent: Tuesday, June 20, 2017 7:59 PM
>>> Subject: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 Doppler Correction/Calibration?
>>>
>>>
>>>> I'm trying to get the doppler correction/calibration set up for the 
>>>> various birds before Field Day, but I'm just not making any tangible 
>>>> progress.
>>>>
>>>> I've got a pair of Yaesu FT-817ND rigs, and can successfully tune both 
>>>> of them with SatPC32's CAT controls.
>>>>
>>>> Following the directions for a two-rig calibration process, I've been 
>>>> catching the XW-2* birds and can occasionally get the downlink 
>>>> correction set to where I can hear myself on the downlink.
>>>>
>>>> In a couple of cases I've made note of where that downlink calibration 
>>>> was near mid-pass (the necessary correction changed constantly across 
>>>> the pass).
>>>>
>>>> Then I go into the CAT menu, set the downlink correction to zero and 
>>>> the uplink calibration to the opposite sign of the previously found 
>>>> downlink correction at mid-pass.
>>>>
>>>> For example on a recent pass of XW-2C I found a downlink correction 
>>>> of -160 Hz was working well near mid-pass (I could hear myself) so I 
>>>> set the uplink calibration to 160 Hz.
>>>>
>>>> The "Upl. Calibr." window in the CAT pop-up says "160", and the grey 
>>>> box above the uplink frequency in the main window also says "160".
>>>>
>>>> I click on the "Change/Store Dataf File" button, then click on the 
>>>> "Store" "Uplink Calibration" button on the next pop-up.
>>>>
>>>> It says "The changings have been stored!" but the uplink calibration in 
>>>> both the first popup and the main window are back to zero.
>>>>
>>>> I click the X to close both pop-ups, and uplink correction in the main 
>>>> window is still 0.  I exit the program, restart it, select XW-2C, 
>>>> enable CAT (C+) and the uplink calibration is still on zero.
>>>>
>>>> What am I missing?
>>>>
>>>> David, ky7dr
>>>>
>>>> _______________________________________________
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>>>> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. 
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From AJ9N at aol.com  Thu Jun 22 05:13:53 2017
From: AJ9N at aol.com (AJ9N at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 01:13:53 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2017-06-22 05:00
	UTC
Message-ID: <1e10ea.3b8926e8.467cac11@aol.com>

Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2017-06-22  05:00 UTC

Quick list of scheduled contacts and  events:

Ufa, Russia, direct via TBD 
The ISS callsign is  presently scheduled to be RS?ISS 
The scheduled astronaut is Fyodor  Yurchikhin RN3FI 
Contact is a go for Fri 2017-06-23 08:25 UTC  

SCaN/Glenn Research Center, Brook Park, OH, and the Girl Scouts of  North 
East Ohio direct via NA8SA
The ISS callsign is presently scheduled to  be NA1SS 
The scheduled astronaut is Jack Fischer K2FSH (***)
Contact is a  go for: Fri 2017-06-23 14:25:09 UTC 70  deg

****************************************************************************
**

ARISS  is always glad to receive listener reports for the above contacts.  
ARISS  thanks everyone in advance for their assistance.  Feel free to send 
your  reports to aj9n at amsat.org or aj9n at aol.com.

Listen for the ISS on  the downlink of 145.8?  MHz.

****************************************************************************
***

All  ARISS contacts are made via the Kenwood radio unless otherwise  noted.

****************************************************************************
***

Several  of you have sent me emails asking about the RAC ARISS website and 
not being  able to get in.  That has now been changed to  
http://www.ariss.org/

Note that there are links to other ARISS  websites from this  site.

****************************************************************************
Looking  for something new to do?  How about receiving DATV from the  ISS?  
 
If interested, then please go to the ARISS-EU website for  complete 
details.  Look for the buttons indicating Ham  Video.                       
      

http://www.ariss-eu.org/    

If you need some  assistance, ARISS mentor Kerry N6IZW, might be able to 
provide some  insight.  Contact Kerry at  kbanke at sbcglobal.net
****************************************************************************
ARISS  congratulations the following mentors who have now mentored over 100 
 
schools:  

Satoshi 7M3TJZ with 123 
Gaston ON4WF with  123
Francesco IK?WGF with  119

****************************************************************************
The  webpages listed below were all reviewed for accuracy.  Out of date  
webpages were removed and new ones have been added.  If there are  
additional 
ARISS websites I need to know about, please let me  know.

Note, all times are approximate.  It is recommended that you  do your own 
orbital prediction or start listening about 10 minutes before  the listed 
time. 
All dates and times listed follow International  Standard ISO 8601 date and 
time format  YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS

The  complete schedule page has been updated as of 2017-06-22 05:00 UTC.  
(***)
Here you will find a listing of all scheduled school contacts, and  
questions, other ISS related websites, IRLP and Echolink websites, and  
instructions for any contact that may be streamed live.    

http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.txt

Total  number of ARISS ISS to earth school events is 1145.
Each school counts as 1  event.
Total number of ARISS ISS to earth school contacts is 1104. 
Each  contact may have multiple schools sharing the same time slot.
Total number of  ARISS supported terrestrial contacts is 47. 

A complete year by year  breakdown of the contacts may be found in the  
file.
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf

Please  feel free to contact me if more detailed statistics are  needed.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

The  following US states and entities have never had an ARISS contact:
Arkansas,  Delaware, South Dakota, Wyoming, American Samoa, Guam, Northern 
Marianas  Islands, and the Virgin  Islands.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

QSL  information may be found at:   
http://www.ariss.org/qsl-cards.html  

ISS callsigns:  DP?ISS, IR?ISS, NA1SS, OR4ISS,  RS?ISS

****************************************************************************
The  successful school list has been updated as of 2017-06-21 01:00 UTC.  

http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/Successful_ARISS_schools.rtf

Frequency   chart for packet, voice, and crossband repeater modes showing 
Doppler   correction  as of 2005-07-29 04:00  UTC
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ISS_frequencies_and_Doppler_correction
.rtf

Listing  of ARISS related magazine articles as of 2006-07-10 03:30  UTC.
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ARISS_magazine_articles.rtf

Check  out the Zoho reports of the ARISS  contacts

https://reports.zoho.com/ZDBDataSheetView.cc?DBID=412218000000020415
****************************************************************************
Exp.  50 on orbit
Peggy Whitson

Exp. 51 on orbit
Jack Fischer  K2FSH
Fyodor Yurchikhin  RN3FI
****************************************************************************

73,
Charlie  Sufana AJ9N
One of the ARISS operation team  mentors








From W5PDQ at yahoo.com  Thu Jun 22 01:13:04 2017
From: W5PDQ at yahoo.com (W5PDQ)
Date: Wed, 21 Jun 2017 20:13:04 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] CAS-4A New File Settings (SatPC32 V12.8c)
Message-ID: <000001d2eaf5$1a2f24b0$4e8d6e10$@yahoo.com>

Hello,

 

I have resolved my problem on my new Doppler.SQF file entry for CAS-4A.

Incorrect: CAS-4A,145870.0,435220.0,USB,LSB,REV,0,0,XPDR 145.86-.88

Correct: CAS 4A,145870.0,435220.0,USB,LSB,REV,0,0,XPDR 145.86-.88

 

After noticing the discrepancy in the Name "CAS 4A", my frequency
information is now populating the CAT Tuning dialog text box.

 

       Thanks, 

    Stan, W5PDQ

 

From: W5PDQ [mailto:W5PDQ at yahoo.com] 
Sent: Wednesday, June 21, 2017 7:21 PM
To: 'amsat-bb at amsat.org'
Subject: CAS-4A New File Settings (SatPC32 V12.8c)

 

Hello,

 

I believe I need a little help for the entries into the Doppler.SQF file for
CAS-4A.

Just to take one line at a time to keep it simple.

Below is a line for the SSB frequencies for CAS-4A placed into the
Doppler.SQF file.

CAS-4A,145870.0,435220.0,USB,LSB,REV,0,0,XPDR 145.86-.88

 

I've also added this associated line of data into the AmsatNames.txt file

42761 2017034D CAS 4A

 

This is my problem; I'm not able to get the frequency information to
populate into the CAT Tuning dialog text box?     

Any suggestions on what I'm doing incorrect, this is the first time I've
added a new satellite.

 

    Thanks,

     Stan, W5PDQ


From wmy at isac.gov.in  Thu Jun 22 10:17:34 2017
From: wmy at isac.gov.in (Mani [VU2WMY/KJ6LRS])
Date: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 15:47:34 +0530
Subject: [amsat-bb] NIUSAT Tele-metry Reception Support for the Initial
	Orbits
Message-ID: <20170622102018.D46BB8B55@lansing182.amsat.org>

  Dear Friends,

NIUSAT- a nano-satellite designed & developed by Noorul Islam  
University will be launched tomorrow from India by PSLV C38 along with  
Cartosat 2 series and 29 other foreign satellites. The lift off is  
scheduled at 03:59 UT / 09:29 IST.

On behalf of the NIUSAT team, the amateur radio fraternity around the  
World is kindly requested to listen to the AFSK telemetry down link  
signals on 436.000 Mhz and to provide the Reception Support for the  
initial orbits.

The pre-launch TLE's are as follows:

NIUSAT
1 12345U ?9072A ? 17174.17768773 ?.00007885 ?00000-0 ?35993-3 0 ?1238
2 12345 ?97.4411 233.9415 0008945 248.8440 320.4492 15.20418213 ? ?18

The signal reports can be sent directly to the below mail ID:

ijrohith1992 at gmail.com

Thanks in advance.
with regards
?
  Mani [VU2WMY/KJ6LRS]
Secretary & Station Director
Upagrah Amateur Radio Club VU2URC
ISRO Satellite Centre
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From hamsat at xs4all.nl  Thu Jun 22 11:57:36 2017
From: hamsat at xs4all.nl (Nico Janssen)
Date: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 13:57:36 +0200
Subject: [amsat-bb] Cubesat UNSW-EC0 identified
Message-ID: <2b300998-5ce8-d7df-f616-d0766c984a7e@xs4all.nl>

All,

Detailed doppler measurements show that QB50 Cubesat UNSW-EC0
is object 42723, 1998-067MC.

Its downlink frequency appears to be about 4 kHz high: 436.529 MHz.

73,
Nico PA0DLO



From david at rushtone.com  Thu Jun 22 12:02:44 2017
From: david at rushtone.com (David Rush)
Date: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 08:02:44 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 Doppler Correction/Calibration?
In-Reply-To: <0E727C9D7B994C619C7B029782FFB104@parents>
References: <fe92af5f-ba2f-a3a4-1029-efdb4857cdaf@rushtone.com>
	<968563F6BF064B0CB333140B467AF9EC@parents>
	<ecb15214-e1ce-2a2c-3444-cdb47a9e272e@rushtone.com>
	<8b001e65-2615-0700-679b-7b5733e4e14d@rushtone.com>
	<0E727C9D7B994C619C7B029782FFB104@parents>
Message-ID: <4dfbaf09-09b6-ce5d-8732-4f4d37ee1b49@rushtone.com>

George:

Okay, I'll give that a shot this evening.  Thanks.

David, ky7dr


On /20170622/ 00:10, George Henry wrote:
> Go into your Doppler.sqf file and edit the up- and downlink 
> frequencies back to the original values.  Then use the uplink 
> calibration buttons to find yourself on the downlink.  Then click the 
> Change/Store data file button and store the uplink calibration.  I've 
> never touched the downlink correction on a sat with a linear 
> transponder...
>
> George, KA3HSW
>
>
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "David Rush" <david at rushtone.com>
> To: <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
> Sent: Wednesday, June 21, 2017 7:53 PM
> Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 Doppler Correction/Calibration?
>
>
>> Okay, I followed the instructions (as I described below).  I found 
>> myself on a couple of the XW-2* birds, and kept adjusting my downlink 
>> correction until I was at about peak elevation in the pass (I even 
>> made one contact while one of the birds was still on its way up).  
>> Then zeroed out the downlink correction and entered the opposite in 
>> uplink correction, and saved it.
>>
>> Once I did that I did not hear myself on the downlink, and failed to 
>> find myself, even trying a few 10s of hz of d/l correction either 
>> side, before the birds got too low on the horizon.
>>
>> What am I doing wrong?
>>
>> David, ky7dr
>>
>>
>> On /20170621/ 07:44, David Rush wrote:
>>> George:
>>>
>>> Thanks for the reply.  So by repeatedly trying the same thing, have 
>>> I shifted the uplink frequency by a bit more every time? Sounds like 
>>> I may need to set those back.  Or else just find a new value in the 
>>> opposite direction (starting a few multiples of the 160), set it 
>>> once, and leave it.
>>>
>>> 73, David, KY7DR
>>>
>>>
>>> On /20170621/ 00:55, George Henry wrote:
>>>> You're doing it right...  once you store the uplink calibration, 
>>>> the calibration values WILL return to zero, but if you look at the 
>>>> uplink frequency displayed in the right-hand panel of the CAT 
>>>> window, it will have a new value which is offset from the original 
>>>> frequency by whatever calibration value you stored.
>>>>
>>>> 73,
>>>> George, KA3HSW
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> ----- Original Message ----- From: "David Rush" <david at rushtone.com>
>>>> To: "Amsat BB" <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>>>> Sent: Tuesday, June 20, 2017 7:59 PM
>>>> Subject: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 Doppler Correction/Calibration?
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>> I'm trying to get the doppler correction/calibration set up for 
>>>>> the various birds before Field Day, but I'm just not making any 
>>>>> tangible progress.
>>>>>
>>>>> I've got a pair of Yaesu FT-817ND rigs, and can successfully tune 
>>>>> both of them with SatPC32's CAT controls.
>>>>>
>>>>> Following the directions for a two-rig calibration process, I've 
>>>>> been catching the XW-2* birds and can occasionally get the 
>>>>> downlink correction set to where I can hear myself on the downlink.
>>>>>
>>>>> In a couple of cases I've made note of where that downlink 
>>>>> calibration was near mid-pass (the necessary correction changed 
>>>>> constantly across the pass).
>>>>>
>>>>> Then I go into the CAT menu, set the downlink correction to zero 
>>>>> and the uplink calibration to the opposite sign of the previously 
>>>>> found downlink correction at mid-pass.
>>>>>
>>>>> For example on a recent pass of XW-2C I found a downlink 
>>>>> correction of -160 Hz was working well near mid-pass (I could hear 
>>>>> myself) so I set the uplink calibration to 160 Hz.
>>>>>
>>>>> The "Upl. Calibr." window in the CAT pop-up says "160", and the 
>>>>> grey box above the uplink frequency in the main window also says 
>>>>> "160".
>>>>>
>>>>> I click on the "Change/Store Dataf File" button, then click on the 
>>>>> "Store" "Uplink Calibration" button on the next pop-up.
>>>>>
>>>>> It says "The changings have been stored!" but the uplink 
>>>>> calibration in both the first popup and the main window are back 
>>>>> to zero.
>>>>>
>>>>> I click the X to close both pop-ups, and uplink correction in the 
>>>>> main window is still 0.  I exit the program, restart it, select 
>>>>> XW-2C, enable CAT (C+) and the uplink calibration is still on zero.
>>>>>
>>>>> What am I missing?
>>>>>
>>>>> David, ky7dr
>>>>>
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From howied231 at hotmail.com  Thu Jun 22 03:18:31 2017
From: howied231 at hotmail.com (Howie DeFelice)
Date: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 03:18:31 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-40 telemtry
Message-ID: <DM5PR17MB0985EFC7027E02C7EDCCB0CBE7DB0@DM5PR17MB0985.namprd17.prod.outlook.com>

The AMSAT ASCENT team is trying to put together data for future satellite opportunities and we are looking for anyone that has telemetry data from AO-40. We are trying to determine things like max and min temperature ranges and the amount of time spent at those temps as well as solar power generation variations over long periods of time.


73,

Howie AB2S

From glasbrenner at mindspring.com  Thu Jun 22 12:59:03 2017
From: glasbrenner at mindspring.com (Andrew Glasbrenner)
Date: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 08:59:03 -0400 (GMT-04:00)
Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-40 telemtry
Message-ID: <25634907.1477.1498136343781@elwamui-rubis.atl.sa.earthlink.net>


ftp://ftp.amsat.org/amsat/telemetry/ao40/

73, Drew KO4MA




-----Original Message-----
>From: Howie DeFelice <howied231 at hotmail.com>
>Sent: Jun 21, 2017 11:18 PM
>To: AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-40 telemtry
>
>The AMSAT ASCENT team is trying to put together data for future satellite opportunities and we are looking for anyone that has telemetry data from AO-40. We are trying to determine things like max and min temperature ranges and the amount of time spent at those temps as well as solar power generation variations over long periods of time.
>
>
>73,
>
>Howie AB2S
>_______________________________________________
>Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
>to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed
>are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA.
>Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
>Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb

From rjlawn at gmail.com  Thu Jun 22 13:10:38 2017
From: rjlawn at gmail.com (Richard Lawn)
Date: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 13:10:38 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] New CAS-4A and B sats
Message-ID: <CADQmrTGKTq938QCN9ZiSipFmBGmHmfJwjRL-pk+rX5PMV0MyUA@mail.gmail.com>

Thanks to everyone, including Erich for setting me straight on the proper
naming of these new birds for satpc32. It appears that I did have it right!
I guess I didn't trust myself but given the different names assigned to
these birds I just wasn't certain. Hopefully I'll get a chance to work some
of you on this new one.
73
Rick, W2JAZ
-- 
Sent from Gmail Mobile

From ea4gqs at gmail.com  Thu Jun 22 15:05:03 2017
From: ea4gqs at gmail.com (Felix Paez EA4GQS)
Date: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 17:05:03 +0200
Subject: [amsat-bb] Help to find QBITO sat
Message-ID: <CAGfY+e3Qoe-2QCho-yAh8dDgeQMzcUsdvG+ni5W=LKoABJKCBg@mail.gmail.com>

Hi friends,

the QBITO sat team has asked us, the HAM satellite community, through AMSAT
EA, for help, because, since the launch of the satellite on May 25, they
haven't been able to hear its beacon. Its frequency would be 436.81 MHz GFSK
Baud rate 9600 bps UI AX.25 NRZI with beacon interval 30 seconds.

Could you please try to hear it and inform about anything you find out
about it?. Let's try to find this satellite!

Thanks in advance!

Felix EA4GQS

From rsoifer1 at aol.com  Thu Jun 22 15:12:30 2017
From: rsoifer1 at aol.com (rsoifer1 at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 11:12:30 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] NIUSAT
Message-ID: <15cd05c9e71-2729-a443@webprd-a105.mail.aol.com>

Please note that NIUSAT has not been coordinated by IARU.


73 Ray W2RS

From MDAVIDOFF at ccbcmd.edu  Thu Jun 22 14:25:03 2017
From: MDAVIDOFF at ccbcmd.edu (Davidoff, Martin R.)
Date: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 14:25:03 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Water as Primary Method of Spacecraft Propulsion
Message-ID: <5087FF5532BE7747BA5F019210C9225301BFE40568@CWEXMB02.ccbc.ccbcmd.edu>

NASA has just awarded a launch and a construction grant to Cornell University for a CubeSat designed to orbit the moon.  Launch is scheduled for 2019.  The core spacecraft technology involves a water electrolysis propulsion thruster which Cornell has been working on since 2009.

http://cornellsun.com/2017/06/22/nasa-to-send-cornell-groups-satellite-into-space/

Makes me recall an article I read many years ago ...

J. King, "Using Water as a Primary Method of Propulsion for Spacecraft Modifying Standard STS Orbits," Orbit, no. 19, Nov/Dec 1984, pp 5-8.

This article is available at 
http://www.ka9q.net/AMSAT-ORBIT-19.pdf
(Thank you Phil!)

Martin Davidoff, K2UBC

From zmetzing at pobox.com  Thu Jun 22 16:15:35 2017
From: zmetzing at pobox.com (Zach Metzinger)
Date: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 11:15:35 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] AO-40 telemtry
In-Reply-To: <25634907.1477.1498136343781@elwamui-rubis.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
References: <25634907.1477.1498136343781@elwamui-rubis.atl.sa.earthlink.net>
Message-ID: <20170622161533.GB25743@monolith>

On Thu, Jun 22, 2017 at 08:59:03AM -0400, Andrew Glasbrenner wrote:
> 
> ftp://ftp.amsat.org/amsat/telemetry/ao40/

There is also a plethora of interesting AO-40 information in the (now
defunct) FAQ. Fortunately, Internet Archive to the rescue!

http://wayback.archive.org/web/20060808185121/http://www.amsat.org:80/amsat/sats/ao40/ao40-faq.html

--- Zach
N0ZGO

From bruninga at usna.edu  Thu Jun 22 17:07:25 2017
From: bruninga at usna.edu (Robert Bruninga)
Date: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 13:07:25 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Appalachian Trail Packet Event 15 July
Message-ID: <6b831f8148715ef0f6cd9ac7ab6bc004@mail.gmail.com>

On  Saturday, 15 July we man-up 15 mountains from Maine to Georgia for the
Annual Golden Packet attempt.



We still need operators on 4 peaks below that are FULLY familiar with APRS
operation from their APRS radios for the 4 hour event.



* Mt Washington, New Hampshire

* Mt Equinox, Vermont

* Sam?s Point state park, New York

* Hawksbill, VA on BR parkway



All of these are drive-up sites.  For more info and all kinds of details,
see:  http://aprs.org/at-golden-packet.html



This will be the 9th year to demonstrate cross-continent packet
text-messaging over 2000 miles and 14 hops using no-prior infrastructure.
This year we will operate at 9600 baud since last year it worked as well as
1200 but should allow double the message throughput.



After getting your paltry 100 points at Field Day.  Get some respect, and
come have fun with packet radio!



OR start up your own LONG-LINEAR packet test anywhere else in the country.
Pacific Coast trail?  Continental Divide Trail? Lewis&Clark Trail?



Bob, WB4APR

From kc2tn at comcast.net  Thu Jun 22 17:36:41 2017
From: kc2tn at comcast.net (KC2TN)
Date: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 13:36:41 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] IC-910H tuning
Message-ID: <C412764B-11CF-42C6-85B3-D84CE7A7BBD4@comcast.net>

After years of non-use, I've got my IC-910H CIV fixed and antennas back in service. 

I've noticed when trying to calibrate my uplink frequency by hitting the "Swap 0" button, it sometimes does not stay ON, but rather reverts back to the frequency display rather than the -------'s it normally displays while I'm tuning. Sometimes this happens as soon as I start tuning or after a few seconds. 

Shouldn't the display stay blanked until I hit the Swap 0 button again?

Well, as I'm typing this question I had a thought. Maybe I should turn off the CAT tuning while zero beating. Maybe CAT is what's turning the display back on. 

I'll have to wait for Field Day to try it out as I've got the truck packed with all my equipment now. 

Joe - KC2TN 

From dquagliana at gmail.com  Thu Jun 22 19:54:09 2017
From: dquagliana at gmail.com (Douglas Quagliana)
Date: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 14:54:09 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Decoding CAS4A and CAS4B telemetry?
Message-ID: <CALaYSmmJRwtuH5rhaMvxhxcwe+rETa8iAjihjJn8nkQLcaACAQ@mail.gmail.com>

Hi,
Does anyone have the equations for decoding the telemetry values
from CAS4A and CAS4B?  I'm curious and  wondering about the
CW and 4800 baud telemetry, but I couldn't find any details on what the
telemetry
means.

73,
Douglas KA2UPW/5

From rsoifer1 at aol.com  Thu Jun 22 20:30:51 2017
From: rsoifer1 at aol.com (rsoifer1 at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 16:30:51 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Satellite frequency coordination
Message-ID: <15cd1801729-2729-bc0e@webprd-a105.mail.aol.com>

>From what I can see, QBITO does not appear to have been coordinated by IARU either.  Some countries, such as the USA, require IARU coordination in order to use frequencies allocated to the amateur-satellite service.  Even if licensed by a country which does not require it, IARU coordination is very helpful in giving your satellite project the greatest chance of success.  For best results, it should be done as early in the design and construction process as possible.  For further information, please see www.iaru.org/satellite.


73 Ray W2RS

From n8hm at arrl.net  Thu Jun 22 20:36:31 2017
From: n8hm at arrl.net (Paul Stoetzer)
Date: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 16:36:31 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Satellite frequency coordination
In-Reply-To: <15cd1801729-2729-bc0e@webprd-a105.mail.aol.com>
References: <15cd1801729-2729-bc0e@webprd-a105.mail.aol.com>
Message-ID: <CABzOSOpM1XFhiQ49fSC0kHYdD3ywusCGv4kiaeA8DdsYNZgq9g@mail.gmail.com>

Ray,

QBITO was coordinated on 9/22/2014:
http://www.amsatuk.me.uk/iaru/finished_detail.php?serialnum=344

73,

Paul, N8HM

On Thu, Jun 22, 2017 at 4:30 PM, rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB
<amsat-bb at amsat.org> wrote:
> From what I can see, QBITO does not appear to have been coordinated by IARU either.  Some countries, such as the USA, require IARU coordination in order to use frequencies allocated to the amateur-satellite service.  Even if licensed by a country which does not require it, IARU coordination is very helpful in giving your satellite project the greatest chance of success.  For best results, it should be done as early in the design and construction process as possible.  For further information, please see www.iaru.org/satellite.
>
>
> 73 Ray W2RS
> _______________________________________________
> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed
> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA.
> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
> Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb

From rsoifer1 at aol.com  Thu Jun 22 20:59:18 2017
From: rsoifer1 at aol.com (rsoifer1 at aol.com)
Date: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 16:59:18 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] QBITO is coordinated!  Sorry for error.
Message-ID: <15cd19a1f4f-2729-bdfb@webprd-a105.mail.aol.com>


You're right, Paul.  I see it on the IARU/AMSAT-UK website now.  My old eyes couldn't find it the first time.  Apologies to the QBITO project team and I hope it can be found soon.


73 Ray W2RS

From david at rushtone.com  Thu Jun 22 22:34:11 2017
From: david at rushtone.com (David Rush)
Date: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 18:34:11 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 Doppler Correction/Calibration?
In-Reply-To: <4dfbaf09-09b6-ce5d-8732-4f4d37ee1b49@rushtone.com>
References: <fe92af5f-ba2f-a3a4-1029-efdb4857cdaf@rushtone.com>
	<968563F6BF064B0CB333140B467AF9EC@parents>
	<ecb15214-e1ce-2a2c-3444-cdb47a9e272e@rushtone.com>
	<8b001e65-2615-0700-679b-7b5733e4e14d@rushtone.com>
	<0E727C9D7B994C619C7B029782FFB104@parents>
	<4dfbaf09-09b6-ce5d-8732-4f4d37ee1b49@rushtone.com>
Message-ID: <49db98f7-f3f7-6ab9-4084-9c2c77d02adc@rushtone.com>

I just gave this a shot at an XW-2C pass this evening here in EM72.

I reset the uplink and downlink in Doppler.SQF to 145805.0 and 435160.0 
(center of the passband).

Once the bird popped far enough off the horizon to hear its beacon, I 
tuned back to a clear spot on the pass band.

I opened the CAT menu, and intermittently poked the uplink correction 
buttons and transmitted, until I found myself.  I saved the uplink 
correction.

Closed the CAT menu but was never able to find myself again.  I had a 
few minutes before LOS, and tweaked the D/L correction a bit on either 
side, but nothing before LOS.

Looking at Dopper.SQF, it now shows 145805.0 and 435159.53.  So the save 
worked, but still can't hear myself right where I should be, nor find 
myself tweaking the D/L correction before LOS.

Bah.

David, ky7dr

On /20170622/ 08:02, David Rush wrote:
> George:
>
> Okay, I'll give that a shot this evening.  Thanks.
>
> David, ky7dr
>
>
> On /20170622/ 00:10, George Henry wrote:
>> Go into your Doppler.sqf file and edit the up- and downlink 
>> frequencies back to the original values.  Then use the uplink 
>> calibration buttons to find yourself on the downlink.  Then click the 
>> Change/Store data file button and store the uplink calibration.  I've 
>> never touched the downlink correction on a sat with a linear 
>> transponder...
>>
>> George, KA3HSW
>>
>>
>> ----- Original Message ----- From: "David Rush" <david at rushtone.com>
>> To: <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>> Sent: Wednesday, June 21, 2017 7:53 PM
>> Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 Doppler Correction/Calibration?
>>
>>
>>> Okay, I followed the instructions (as I described below).  I found 
>>> myself on a couple of the XW-2* birds, and kept adjusting my 
>>> downlink correction until I was at about peak elevation in the pass 
>>> (I even made one contact while one of the birds was still on its way 
>>> up).  Then zeroed out the downlink correction and entered the 
>>> opposite in uplink correction, and saved it.
>>>
>>> Once I did that I did not hear myself on the downlink, and failed to 
>>> find myself, even trying a few 10s of hz of d/l correction either 
>>> side, before the birds got too low on the horizon.
>>>
>>> What am I doing wrong?
>>>
>>> David, ky7dr
>>>
>>>
>>> On /20170621/ 07:44, David Rush wrote:
>>>> George:
>>>>
>>>> Thanks for the reply.  So by repeatedly trying the same thing, have 
>>>> I shifted the uplink frequency by a bit more every time? Sounds 
>>>> like I may need to set those back.  Or else just find a new value 
>>>> in the opposite direction (starting a few multiples of the 160), 
>>>> set it once, and leave it.
>>>>
>>>> 73, David, KY7DR
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On /20170621/ 00:55, George Henry wrote:
>>>>> You're doing it right...  once you store the uplink calibration, 
>>>>> the calibration values WILL return to zero, but if you look at the 
>>>>> uplink frequency displayed in the right-hand panel of the CAT 
>>>>> window, it will have a new value which is offset from the original 
>>>>> frequency by whatever calibration value you stored.
>>>>>
>>>>> 73,
>>>>> George, KA3HSW
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>> ----- Original Message ----- From: "David Rush" <david at rushtone.com>
>>>>> To: "Amsat BB" <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>>>>> Sent: Tuesday, June 20, 2017 7:59 PM
>>>>> Subject: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 Doppler Correction/Calibration?
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>>> I'm trying to get the doppler correction/calibration set up for 
>>>>>> the various birds before Field Day, but I'm just not making any 
>>>>>> tangible progress.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> I've got a pair of Yaesu FT-817ND rigs, and can successfully tune 
>>>>>> both of them with SatPC32's CAT controls.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Following the directions for a two-rig calibration process, I've 
>>>>>> been catching the XW-2* birds and can occasionally get the 
>>>>>> downlink correction set to where I can hear myself on the downlink.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> In a couple of cases I've made note of where that downlink 
>>>>>> calibration was near mid-pass (the necessary correction changed 
>>>>>> constantly across the pass).
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Then I go into the CAT menu, set the downlink correction to zero 
>>>>>> and the uplink calibration to the opposite sign of the previously 
>>>>>> found downlink correction at mid-pass.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> For example on a recent pass of XW-2C I found a downlink 
>>>>>> correction of -160 Hz was working well near mid-pass (I could 
>>>>>> hear myself) so I set the uplink calibration to 160 Hz.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> The "Upl. Calibr." window in the CAT pop-up says "160", and the 
>>>>>> grey box above the uplink frequency in the main window also says 
>>>>>> "160".
>>>>>>
>>>>>> I click on the "Change/Store Dataf File" button, then click on 
>>>>>> the "Store" "Uplink Calibration" button on the next pop-up.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> It says "The changings have been stored!" but the uplink 
>>>>>> calibration in both the first popup and the main window are back 
>>>>>> to zero.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> I click the X to close both pop-ups, and uplink correction in the 
>>>>>> main window is still 0.  I exit the program, restart it, select 
>>>>>> XW-2C, enable CAT (C+) and the uplink calibration is still on zero.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> What am I missing?
>>>>>>
>>>>>> David, ky7dr
>>>>>>
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From kb2m at arrl.net  Thu Jun 22 23:46:39 2017
From: kb2m at arrl.net (Jeff Griffin)
Date: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 19:46:39 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] FD sat contacts
Message-ID: <014501d2ebb1$cb8a1a50$629e4ef0$@net>

Does anyone have any comments on the current ARRL FD satellite contact
rules?

 

73 Jeff kb2m

 


From n8hm at arrl.net  Fri Jun 23 00:02:34 2017
From: n8hm at arrl.net (Paul Stoetzer)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 00:02:34 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] FD sat contacts
In-Reply-To: <014501d2ebb1$cb8a1a50$629e4ef0$@net>
References: <014501d2ebb1$cb8a1a50$629e4ef0$@net>
Message-ID: <CABzOSOrdNFXpbCkwEuDxawjz-e-SHnaOYksB0JEDVkDrmUGKyw@mail.gmail.com>

They are fine, though confusing about the meaning of contacting "different
satellites." Does that mean that "satellite" is a band and working a
station on more than one satellite would be a dupe? I'm not sure. AMSAT
rules allow you to work the same station on multiple satellites.

73,

Paul, N8HM

On Thu, Jun 22, 2017 at 19:47 Jeff Griffin <kb2m at arrl.net> wrote:

> Does anyone have any comments on the current ARRL FD satellite contact
> rules?
>
>
>
> 73 Jeff kb2m
>
>
>
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From jeff_griffin at comcast.net  Fri Jun 23 00:20:19 2017
From: jeff_griffin at comcast.net (Jeff Griffin)
Date: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 20:20:19 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] FD sat contacts
In-Reply-To: <CABzOSOrdNFXpbCkwEuDxawjz-e-SHnaOYksB0JEDVkDrmUGKyw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <014501d2ebb1$cb8a1a50$629e4ef0$@net>
	<CABzOSOrdNFXpbCkwEuDxawjz-e-SHnaOYksB0JEDVkDrmUGKyw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <016001d2ebb6$80021100$80063300$@net>

HI Paul, yes I know the rules well after 20 years. What I?m talking about is a total restructure of the sat contact thing. I would like a way to make sat operations a contest, like the rest of the bands. I?m looking for ideas?

 

73 Jeff kb2m

 

 

 

From: Paul Stoetzer [mailto:n8hm at arrl.net] 
Sent: Thursday, June 22, 2017 8:03 PM
To: AMSAT-BB; Jeff Griffin
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] FD sat contacts

 

They are fine, though confusing about the meaning of contacting "different satellites." Does that mean that "satellite" is a band and working a station on more than one satellite would be a dupe? I'm not sure. AMSAT rules allow you to work the same station on multiple satellites.

 

73,

 

Paul, N8HM

 

On Thu, Jun 22, 2017 at 19:47 Jeff Griffin <kb2m at arrl.net> wrote:

Does anyone have any comments on the current ARRL FD satellite contact
rules?



73 Jeff kb2m



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From kk5do at amsat.org  Fri Jun 23 00:24:53 2017
From: kk5do at amsat.org (Bruce)
Date: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 19:24:53 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] FD sat contacts
In-Reply-To: <CABzOSOrdNFXpbCkwEuDxawjz-e-SHnaOYksB0JEDVkDrmUGKyw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <014501d2ebb1$cb8a1a50$629e4ef0$@net>
	<CABzOSOrdNFXpbCkwEuDxawjz-e-SHnaOYksB0JEDVkDrmUGKyw@mail.gmail.com>
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ARRL has tried to adopt our rules the best they can.  

73...bruce

Sent from my iPhone

On Jun 22, 2017, at 7:02 PM, Paul Stoetzer <n8hm at arrl.net> wrote:

They are fine, though confusing about the meaning of contacting "different
satellites." Does that mean that "satellite" is a band and working a
station on more than one satellite would be a dupe? I'm not sure. AMSAT
rules allow you to work the same station on multiple satellites.

73,

Paul, N8HM

> On Thu, Jun 22, 2017 at 19:47 Jeff Griffin <kb2m at arrl.net> wrote:
> 
> Does anyone have any comments on the current ARRL FD satellite contact
> rules?
> 
> 
> 
> 73 Jeff kb2m
> 
> 
> 
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From dave at druidnetworks.com  Fri Jun 23 00:31:44 2017
From: dave at druidnetworks.com (David Swanson)
Date: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 19:31:44 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] V31CI
In-Reply-To: <CA+-NL42JTx5uiD4DNajw=M01wZJbve=7Lo7ng-KGRd9HmHNhuQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CA+-NL42JTx5uiD4DNajw=M01wZJbve=7Lo7ng-KGRd9HmHNhuQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CANq+eyWQGFDgG3bnuLbGRTWwGH3iu8+sJjgcDiikhCodm80=Jw@mail.gmail.com>

Hey John, I've got the issues mostly sorted out with my equipment.. we are
now fighting gale force winds though  (waves were 15' today, all the boats
stayed in!) which is making operating difficult. I'll try to be on ao85 and
fo29 this evening.

Dave, KG5CCI / V31CI

On Jun 21, 2017 9:39 PM, "John KI4RO" <johnki4ro at gmail.com> wrote:

> Dave is having gamma match problems on 70cm...says travel is hell on the
> equipment at times. hi hi  Hopes to be back on later today (22 June)
>
> 73
> John KI4RO
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From ka7fvv at yahoo.com  Fri Jun 23 01:05:34 2017
From: ka7fvv at yahoo.com (Scott)
Date: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 18:05:34 -0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] FD sat contacts
In-Reply-To: <19FF9DCC-BDA7-44A9-92D4-3960B83F21AC@amsat.org>
References: <014501d2ebb1$cb8a1a50$629e4ef0$@net>
	<CABzOSOrdNFXpbCkwEuDxawjz-e-SHnaOYksB0JEDVkDrmUGKyw@mail.gmail.com>
	<19FF9DCC-BDA7-44A9-92D4-3960B83F21AC@amsat.org>
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I was a little confused when I read the rules in the latest Journal.  I need to reread them again but they are way to restrictive.  

73, Scott, KA7FVV
President - KBARA  www.kbara.org
Co-Owner 443.525 System Fusion Repeater
ka7fvv.net


> On Jun 22, 2017, at 17:24, Bruce <kk5do at amsat.org> wrote:
> 
> ARRL has tried to adopt our rules the best they can.  
> 
> 73...bruce
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
> On Jun 22, 2017, at 7:02 PM, Paul Stoetzer <n8hm at arrl.net> wrote:
> 
> They are fine, though confusing about the meaning of contacting "different
> satellites." Does that mean that "satellite" is a band and working a
> station on more than one satellite would be a dupe? I'm not sure. AMSAT
> rules allow you to work the same station on multiple satellites.
> 
> 73,
> 
> Paul, N8HM
> 
>> On Thu, Jun 22, 2017 at 19:47 Jeff Griffin <kb2m at arrl.net> wrote:
>> 
>> Does anyone have any comments on the current ARRL FD satellite contact
>> rules?
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 73 Jeff kb2m
>> 
>> 
>> 
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From wmy at isac.gov.in  Fri Jun 23 01:12:24 2017
From: wmy at isac.gov.in (Mani [VU2WMY/KJ6LRS])
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 06:42:24 +0530
Subject: [amsat-bb] CORRECTION- NIUSAT Tele-metry Reception Support for the
 Initial Orbits
In-Reply-To: <cmu-lmtpd-20709-1498126672-0@newisacmail.isac.dos.gov.in>
Message-ID: <20170623011238.3F7DB8C7F@lansing182.amsat.org>

  Sorry Friends,
Typo Error....
The telemetry down link signals are FSK, not AFSK

with regards

Quoting "'Mani [VU2WMY/KJ6LRS]' wmy at isac.gov.in [vuhams]"  
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> ?
>      ?
>
>      Dear Friends,
>
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> NIUSAT
> 1 12345U ?9072A ? 17174.17768773 ?.00007885 ?00000-0 ?35993-3 0 ?1238
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From kq6ea at verizon.net  Fri Jun 23 01:52:28 2017
From: kq6ea at verizon.net (Jim Jerzycke)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 01:52:28 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] FD sat contacts
In-Reply-To: <FF009F48-3079-4854-A3DA-2C47A038666D@yahoo.com>
References: <014501d2ebb1$cb8a1a50$629e4ef0$@net>
	<CABzOSOrdNFXpbCkwEuDxawjz-e-SHnaOYksB0JEDVkDrmUGKyw@mail.gmail.com>
	<19FF9DCC-BDA7-44A9-92D4-3960B83F21AC@amsat.org>
	<FF009F48-3079-4854-A3DA-2C47A038666D@yahoo.com>
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How are they "restrictive", Scott?


Other than limiting a station to one contact per FM satellite, I've 
never found them restrictive at all.


73, Jim  KQ6EA


On 06/23/2017 01:05 AM, Scott via AMSAT-BB wrote:
> I was a little confused when I read the rules in the latest Journal.  I need to reread them again but they are way to restrictive.
>
> 73, Scott, KA7FVV
> President - KBARA  www.kbara.org
> Co-Owner 443.525 System Fusion Repeater
> ka7fvv.net
>
>
>> On Jun 22, 2017, at 17:24, Bruce <kk5do at amsat.org> wrote:
>>
>> ARRL has tried to adopt our rules the best they can.
>>
>> 73...bruce
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>> On Jun 22, 2017, at 7:02 PM, Paul Stoetzer <n8hm at arrl.net> wrote:
>>
>> They are fine, though confusing about the meaning of contacting "different
>> satellites." Does that mean that "satellite" is a band and working a
>> station on more than one satellite would be a dupe? I'm not sure. AMSAT
>> rules allow you to work the same station on multiple satellites.
>>
>> 73,
>>
>> Paul, N8HM
>>
>>> On Thu, Jun 22, 2017 at 19:47 Jeff Griffin <kb2m at arrl.net> wrote:
>>>
>>> Does anyone have any comments on the current ARRL FD satellite contact
>>> rules?
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> 73 Jeff kb2m
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> _______________________________________________
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From wd4elg at outlook.com  Thu Jun 22 01:48:00 2017
From: wd4elg at outlook.com (Mark Lunday)
Date: Thu, 22 Jun 2017 01:48:00 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 questions, Part 1
Message-ID: <CO2PR06MB491964DE7218110CA0EE3F395DB0@CO2PR06MB491.namprd06.prod.outlook.com>

I have a fully registered version, but I am still limited to 12 satellites?

When I click on the "V" on the left and make it "V+" so that I can correct the uplink and downlink frequencies, I try to change the frequency using the up and down arrows under the 20, 100, 500, 1k and 5k labels.  But it only changes the downlink.  Why?

Once I can hear my downlink and I toggle the "V" back to "V-" then how do I save the corrected frequencies to Doppler.SQF

What if I want to use SatPC32 to tune around the passband and look for other stations?  What are the steps for that?

I want the Countdown window to attach to the right.  It does that on one computer, but attaches to the left on another.

I am using my FT817, and have the CAT working.  When listening to FO-29, I try to tune the VFO but it keeps putting me back on the frequency shown in SatPC32.

Another weird behavior...in CAT control mode, it keeps jumping between uplink and downlink frequencies.  How do I stop this?  Is that the special FT817 configuration I need to use?


Mark Lunday, WD4ELG
Greensboro, NC  FM06be
wd4elg at arrl.net
http://wd4elg.blogspot.com
SKCC #16439  FISTS #17972




From godetj at wanadoo.fr  Fri Jun 23 08:09:07 2017
From: godetj at wanadoo.fr (Jean-Pierre Godet)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 08:09:07 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] CORRECTION- NIUSAT Tele-metry Reception Support for
 the Initial Orbits
In-Reply-To: <20170623011238.3F7DB8C7F@lansing182.amsat.org>
References: <20170623011238.3F7DB8C7F@lansing182.amsat.org>
Message-ID: <1ded02c6-b78d-deac-801e-3a48805b15c7@wanadoo.fr>


On 23/06/2017 01:12, Mani [VU2WMY/KJ6LRS] wrote:

> ...
> The telemetry down link signals are FSK, not AFSK
> ...

   Which speed ? 9600 bps ?

   Best regards, 73 !

   J-P F5YG


From christophe.mcr at gmail.com  Fri Jun 23 12:38:56 2017
From: christophe.mcr at gmail.com (christophe.mcr)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 14:38:56 +0200
Subject: [amsat-bb] ROBUSTA 1B Actif
Message-ID: <CADF-Vj0Fx58GSuu5+VtdYj8aDb4BxvJ_+mAgGZQi9Pa-WN_Gdw@mail.gmail.com>

Dear All

F6FAO indicate " ROBUSTA 1B has been recieved in Moscow and Montpelier. It
is now in AX25 mode"

For telemetry detail see amsat-f web site : http://www.amsat-f.org

73's

Christophe

From oh2fqv at gmail.com  Fri Jun 23 12:44:26 2017
From: oh2fqv at gmail.com (Jari A)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 15:44:26 +0300
Subject: [amsat-bb] Aalto-1 active
Message-ID: <CAEVbYf=HPehauTbF6qfgCS9TD3RsJkRKPMFV128JCgVgfsJF2A@mail.gmail.com>

Finnish satellite Aalto-1 has been active some hours.

437.200MHz beacon and AX25

Regards,

:Jari / OH2FQV

From david at rushtone.com  Fri Jun 23 13:16:44 2017
From: david at rushtone.com (David Rush)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 09:16:44 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 questions, Part 1
In-Reply-To: <CO2PR06MB491964DE7218110CA0EE3F395DB0@CO2PR06MB491.namprd06.prod.outlook.com>
References: <CO2PR06MB491964DE7218110CA0EE3F395DB0@CO2PR06MB491.namprd06.prod.outlook.com>
Message-ID: <d8dc17bf-ed50-13b8-688a-2d58e94df8da@rushtone.com>

Mark:

SatPC32 is a very powerful program, but many aspects of it are not at 
all intuitive or easy to decipher.  I'll try my best to answer your 
questions.  I'm still working out some kinks in my own setup, but I've 
learned a bit about it in the process.

As far as I know yes, you're limited to satellites A-L regardless of 
registration.

I think the up/down arrows to the right of the frequencies must be for 
downlink correction (thus it doesn't change the uplink).

Turning on V+ means that tuning the radio will feed those freqs back to 
SatPC32, rather than just SatPC32 to the radio.  If you're tuning the 
radio's VFO but the computer keeps changing the radio back, then you 
need to turn V+ on.

To save your corrected freqs to Doppler.SQL, open the CAT menu and hit 
"Change/Store Dataf File", then save either the uplink correction or the 
frequencies, or both.  It's my understanding that you want to find the 
right uplink correction and store that instead of the downlink 
correction (although that's a bit more complicated when using a single 817).

Once you have the uplink calibrated, you can tune around the passband 
either by turning on V+ and using the radio's knob, or use the arrow 
keys (and numeric keypad) on the computer's keyboard.

With a single 817, it sets the rig into split mode where it uses VFO A 
for receive and VFO B for transmit.  It cannot tune a VFO that's not 
being displayed, so in order to tune the transmit it's got to switch 
from A (receive VFO) to B (transmit VFO), make the tuning adjustment, 
then switch back to A.  Yes, it's very annoying.  There's also (small?) 
risk of transmitting on the receive VFO, which could toast an external 
preamp if you have one installed.  I solved this problem by using TWO 817s.

73, David, ky7dr


On /20170621/ 21:48, Mark Lunday wrote:
> I have a fully registered version, but I am still limited to 12 satellites?
>
> When I click on the "V" on the left and make it "V+" so that I can correct the uplink and downlink frequencies, I try to change the frequency using the up and down arrows under the 20, 100, 500, 1k and 5k labels.  But it only changes the downlink.  Why?
>
> Once I can hear my downlink and I toggle the "V" back to "V-" then how do I save the corrected frequencies to Doppler.SQF
>
> What if I want to use SatPC32 to tune around the passband and look for other stations?  What are the steps for that?
>
> I want the Countdown window to attach to the right.  It does that on one computer, but attaches to the left on another.
>
> I am using my FT817, and have the CAT working.  When listening to FO-29, I try to tune the VFO but it keeps putting me back on the frequency shown in SatPC32.
>
> Another weird behavior...in CAT control mode, it keeps jumping between uplink and downlink frequencies.  How do I stop this?  Is that the special FT817 configuration I need to use?
>
>
> Mark Lunday, WD4ELG
> Greensboro, NC  FM06be
> wd4elg at arrl.net
> http://wd4elg.blogspot.com
> SKCC #16439  FISTS #17972
>
>
>
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From jeff_griffin at comcast.net  Fri Jun 23 13:49:13 2017
From: jeff_griffin at comcast.net (Jeff Griffin)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 09:49:13 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] FD sat contacts
In-Reply-To: <CABzOSOrdNFXpbCkwEuDxawjz-e-SHnaOYksB0JEDVkDrmUGKyw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <014501d2ebb1$cb8a1a50$629e4ef0$@net>
	<CABzOSOrdNFXpbCkwEuDxawjz-e-SHnaOYksB0JEDVkDrmUGKyw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <026101d2ec27$80524280$80f6c780$@net>

>From the replies I got both public and private everyone agree?s to leave it as it is. All have a great FD, I will be on the sats as K2BR?.

 

73 Jeff kb2m

 

From: Paul Stoetzer [mailto:n8hm at arrl.net] 
Sent: Thursday, June 22, 2017 8:03 PM
To: AMSAT-BB; Jeff Griffin
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] FD sat contacts

 

They are fine, though confusing about the meaning of contacting "different satellites." Does that mean that "satellite" is a band and working a station on more than one satellite would be a dupe? I'm not sure. AMSAT rules allow you to work the same station on multiple satellites.

 

73,

 

Paul, N8HM

 

On Thu, Jun 22, 2017 at 19:47 Jeff Griffin <kb2m at arrl.net> wrote:

Does anyone have any comments on the current ARRL FD satellite contact
rules?



73 Jeff kb2m



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From w4upd at cfl.rr.com  Fri Jun 23 13:56:00 2017
From: w4upd at cfl.rr.com (w4upd)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 09:56:00 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 questions, Part 1
In-Reply-To: <d8dc17bf-ed50-13b8-688a-2d58e94df8da@rushtone.com>
References: <CO2PR06MB491964DE7218110CA0EE3F395DB0@CO2PR06MB491.namprd06.prod.outlook.com>
	<d8dc17bf-ed50-13b8-688a-2d58e94df8da@rushtone.com>
Message-ID: <594D1DF0.9060008@cfl.rr.com>

You are not limited to only 12 satellites on SatPC. There are satellite 
groups (I believe 6) which can hold 12 each. When you go under the 
satellite label, you'll see the name of the various groups.

Reid, W4UPD
Amsat: 17002


On 6/23/2017 9:16 AM, David Rush wrote:
> Mark:
>
> SatPC32 is a very powerful program, but many aspects of it are not at 
> all intuitive or easy to decipher.  I'll try my best to answer your 
> questions.  I'm still working out some kinks in my own setup, but I've 
> learned a bit about it in the process.
>
> As far as I know yes, you're limited to satellites A-L regardless of 
> registration.
>
> I think the up/down arrows to the right of the frequencies must be for 
> downlink correction (thus it doesn't change the uplink).
>
> Turning on V+ means that tuning the radio will feed those freqs back 
> to SatPC32, rather than just SatPC32 to the radio.  If you're tuning 
> the radio's VFO but the computer keeps changing the radio back, then 
> you need to turn V+ on.
>
> To save your corrected freqs to Doppler.SQL, open the CAT menu and hit 
> "Change/Store Dataf File", then save either the uplink correction or 
> the frequencies, or both.  It's my understanding that you want to find 
> the right uplink correction and store that instead of the downlink 
> correction (although that's a bit more complicated when using a single 
> 817).
>
> Once you have the uplink calibrated, you can tune around the passband 
> either by turning on V+ and using the radio's knob, or use the arrow 
> keys (and numeric keypad) on the computer's keyboard.
>
> With a single 817, it sets the rig into split mode where it uses VFO A 
> for receive and VFO B for transmit.  It cannot tune a VFO that's not 
> being displayed, so in order to tune the transmit it's got to switch 
> from A (receive VFO) to B (transmit VFO), make the tuning adjustment, 
> then switch back to A.  Yes, it's very annoying.  There's also 
> (small?) risk of transmitting on the receive VFO, which could toast an 
> external preamp if you have one installed.  I solved this problem by 
> using TWO 817s.
>
> 73, David, ky7dr
>
>
> On /20170621/ 21:48, Mark Lunday wrote:
>> I have a fully registered version, but I am still limited to 12 
>> satellites?
>>
>> When I click on the "V" on the left and make it "V+" so that I can 
>> correct the uplink and downlink frequencies, I try to change the 
>> frequency using the up and down arrows under the 20, 100, 500, 1k and 
>> 5k labels.  But it only changes the downlink.  Why?
>>
>> Once I can hear my downlink and I toggle the "V" back to "V-" then 
>> how do I save the corrected frequencies to Doppler.SQF
>>
>> What if I want to use SatPC32 to tune around the passband and look 
>> for other stations?  What are the steps for that?
>>
>> I want the Countdown window to attach to the right.  It does that on 
>> one computer, but attaches to the left on another.
>>
>> I am using my FT817, and have the CAT working.  When listening to 
>> FO-29, I try to tune the VFO but it keeps putting me back on the 
>> frequency shown in SatPC32.
>>
>> Another weird behavior...in CAT control mode, it keeps jumping 
>> between uplink and downlink frequencies.  How do I stop this? Is that 
>> the special FT817 configuration I need to use?
>>
>>
>> Mark Lunday, WD4ELG
>> Greensboro, NC  FM06be
>> wd4elg at arrl.net
>> http://wd4elg.blogspot.com
>> SKCC #16439  FISTS #17972
>>
>>
>>
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From w4upd at cfl.rr.com  Fri Jun 23 13:58:20 2017
From: w4upd at cfl.rr.com (w4upd)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 09:58:20 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 questions, Part 1
In-Reply-To: <d8dc17bf-ed50-13b8-688a-2d58e94df8da@rushtone.com>
References: <CO2PR06MB491964DE7218110CA0EE3F395DB0@CO2PR06MB491.namprd06.prod.outlook.com>
	<d8dc17bf-ed50-13b8-688a-2d58e94df8da@rushtone.com>
Message-ID: <594D1E7C.7000800@cfl.rr.com>

To expand on my last comment, it looks like you can put in at least 12 
groups. That adds up to a lot of satellites.

Reid, W4UPD
Amsat: 17002


On 6/23/2017 9:16 AM, David Rush wrote:
> Mark:
>
> SatPC32 is a very powerful program, but many aspects of it are not at 
> all intuitive or easy to decipher.  I'll try my best to answer your 
> questions.  I'm still working out some kinks in my own setup, but I've 
> learned a bit about it in the process.
>
> As far as I know yes, you're limited to satellites A-L regardless of 
> registration.
>
> I think the up/down arrows to the right of the frequencies must be for 
> downlink correction (thus it doesn't change the uplink).
>
> Turning on V+ means that tuning the radio will feed those freqs back 
> to SatPC32, rather than just SatPC32 to the radio.  If you're tuning 
> the radio's VFO but the computer keeps changing the radio back, then 
> you need to turn V+ on.
>
> To save your corrected freqs to Doppler.SQL, open the CAT menu and hit 
> "Change/Store Dataf File", then save either the uplink correction or 
> the frequencies, or both.  It's my understanding that you want to find 
> the right uplink correction and store that instead of the downlink 
> correction (although that's a bit more complicated when using a single 
> 817).
>
> Once you have the uplink calibrated, you can tune around the passband 
> either by turning on V+ and using the radio's knob, or use the arrow 
> keys (and numeric keypad) on the computer's keyboard.
>
> With a single 817, it sets the rig into split mode where it uses VFO A 
> for receive and VFO B for transmit.  It cannot tune a VFO that's not 
> being displayed, so in order to tune the transmit it's got to switch 
> from A (receive VFO) to B (transmit VFO), make the tuning adjustment, 
> then switch back to A.  Yes, it's very annoying.  There's also 
> (small?) risk of transmitting on the receive VFO, which could toast an 
> external preamp if you have one installed.  I solved this problem by 
> using TWO 817s.
>
> 73, David, ky7dr
>
>
> On /20170621/ 21:48, Mark Lunday wrote:
>> I have a fully registered version, but I am still limited to 12 
>> satellites?
>>
>> When I click on the "V" on the left and make it "V+" so that I can 
>> correct the uplink and downlink frequencies, I try to change the 
>> frequency using the up and down arrows under the 20, 100, 500, 1k and 
>> 5k labels.  But it only changes the downlink.  Why?
>>
>> Once I can hear my downlink and I toggle the "V" back to "V-" then 
>> how do I save the corrected frequencies to Doppler.SQF
>>
>> What if I want to use SatPC32 to tune around the passband and look 
>> for other stations?  What are the steps for that?
>>
>> I want the Countdown window to attach to the right.  It does that on 
>> one computer, but attaches to the left on another.
>>
>> I am using my FT817, and have the CAT working.  When listening to 
>> FO-29, I try to tune the VFO but it keeps putting me back on the 
>> frequency shown in SatPC32.
>>
>> Another weird behavior...in CAT control mode, it keeps jumping 
>> between uplink and downlink frequencies.  How do I stop this? Is that 
>> the special FT817 configuration I need to use?
>>
>>
>> Mark Lunday, WD4ELG
>> Greensboro, NC  FM06be
>> wd4elg at arrl.net
>> http://wd4elg.blogspot.com
>> SKCC #16439  FISTS #17972
>>
>>
>>
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From wa4sca at gmail.com  Fri Jun 23 14:12:06 2017
From: wa4sca at gmail.com (Alan)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 09:12:06 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 questions, Part 1
In-Reply-To: <d8dc17bf-ed50-13b8-688a-2d58e94df8da@rushtone.com>
References: <CO2PR06MB491964DE7218110CA0EE3F395DB0@CO2PR06MB491.namprd06.prod.outlook.com>
	<d8dc17bf-ed50-13b8-688a-2d58e94df8da@rushtone.com>
Message-ID: <000001d2ec2a$b29fbbc0$17df3340$@gmail.com>

Mark,

A single FT-817 does not lend itself to satellite operations.  Most people
use two.  However, Mark, WA8SME came up with a small device which sits in
the CAT line and improves single rig operation.  You can/could get it from
the ARRL Online Store:

http://www.arrl.org/news/ft-817-satellite-interface-available-as-a-kit

It is a very simple kit, and Mark gives excellent tech support.

73s,

Alan
WA4SCA



From rsoifer1 at aol.com  Fri Jun 23 14:19:36 2017
From: rsoifer1 at aol.com (rsoifer1 at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 10:19:36 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
Message-ID: <15cd5528de4-2729-dd6d@webprd-a105.mail.aol.com>

Jeff and Paul,


The way I read ARRL FD rule 7.3.7, each satellite is a separate "band," though you can make only one QSO on each FM satellite (unlimited on non-FM sats).  Only one 100-point bonus, though.



Look for me from WE7GV on FO-29 and possibly AO-7.


73 Ray W2RS





From kk5do at arrl.net  Fri Jun 23 14:24:50 2017
From: kk5do at arrl.net (Bruce)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 09:24:50 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
In-Reply-To: <15cd5528de4-2729-dd6d@webprd-a105.mail.aol.com>
References: <15cd5528de4-2729-dd6d@webprd-a105.mail.aol.com>
Message-ID: <37cf0bcf-6b71-1567-945a-e040c9276fda@arrl.net>

It took awhile but ARRL came close to duplicating our rules. Those that 
wish to play satellite do not hog the FM birds as much so that the 
non-regular satellite players have at least a slight chance for a 
satellite contact.

73...bruce

On 6/23/2017 9:19 AM, rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB wrote:
> Jeff and Paul,
>
>
> The way I read ARRL FD rule 7.3.7, each satellite is a separate "band," though you can make only one QSO on each FM satellite (unlimited on non-FM sats).  Only one 100-point bonus, though.
>
>
>
> Look for me from WE7GV on FO-29 and possibly AO-7.
>
>
> 73 Ray W2RS
>
>
>
>
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From kx9x at yahoo.com  Fri Jun 23 14:38:17 2017
From: kx9x at yahoo.com (Sean K.)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 14:38:17 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
In-Reply-To: <15cd5528de4-2729-dd6d@webprd-a105.mail.aol.com>
References: <15cd5528de4-2729-dd6d@webprd-a105.mail.aol.com>
Message-ID: <406374570.517039.1498228697236@mail.yahoo.com>

Hi all-
ARRL Field Day rules lump all satellites together as a single band: "Satellite."
While you are limited to one QSO on the FM satellites, there is no limit to the number of QSOs you can make on transponder sats.?Sean Kutzko Amateur Radio KX9X

      From: rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
 To: amsat-bb at amsat.org 
 Sent: Friday, June 23, 2017 10:21 AM
 Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
   
Jeff and Paul,


The way I read ARRL FD rule 7.3.7, each satellite is a separate "band," though you can make only one QSO on each FM satellite (unlimited on non-FM sats).? Only one 100-point bonus, though.



Look for me from WE7GV on FO-29 and possibly AO-7.


73 Ray W2RS




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From jbr13 at md.metrocast.net  Fri Jun 23 14:42:13 2017
From: jbr13 at md.metrocast.net (jbr13 at md.metrocast.net)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 10:42:13 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
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As a new and part time satellite guy, I do have to say last years Field 
Day was a little discouraging.  I tried two 13 minute SO-50 passes hear 
in Maryland, and did not have chance.  I usually can get on SO-50 with 
little problems on my 5W HT and Arrow antenna, but FD was a different 
story.  I tried, and listened to both passes. I heard so many people 
calling on top of each other, I could not make out a single contact 
being made.   I will try again this year, and see what happens.  I just 
really wish I had a second FT-817 to hook up to the SATPC and make 
contacts easier on the non-FM birds.   Good luck to all this weekend and 
I hope the rain doesn't hamper our efferts.


Jason
N3YUG







On 06-23-2017 10:24 AM, Bruce wrote:
> It took awhile but ARRL came close to duplicating our rules. Those
> that wish to play satellite do not hog the FM birds as much so that
> the non-regular satellite players have at least a slight chance for a
> satellite contact.
> 
> 73...bruce
> 
> On 6/23/2017 9:19 AM, rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB wrote:
>> Jeff and Paul,
>> 
>> 
>> The way I read ARRL FD rule 7.3.7, each satellite is a separate 
>> "band," though you can make only one QSO on each FM satellite 
>> (unlimited on non-FM sats).  Only one 100-point bonus, though.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Look for me from WE7GV on FO-29 and possibly AO-7.
>> 
>> 
>> 73 Ray W2RS
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
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> 
> --
> 
> Bruce Paige, KK5DO
>                      AMSAT Director Contests and Awards
> AMSAT Board Member 2016-2018
>   ARRL Awards Field Checker (WAS, 5BWAS, VUCC), VE
>           Houston AMSAT Net - Wed 0100z on Echolink - Conference 
> *AMSAT*
> Also live streaming MP3 at http://www.amsatnet.com
> Podcast at http://www.amsatnet.com/podcast.xml or iTunes
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> 
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From rsoifer1 at aol.com  Fri Jun 23 14:43:34 2017
From: rsoifer1 at aol.com (rsoifer1 at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 10:43:34 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
In-Reply-To: <406374570.517039.1498228697236@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <15cd5687eb8-2729-df35@webprd-a105.mail.aol.com>


What Sean says, goes.  For ARRL purposes, then, all satellites are lumped together as one band.  Not for AMSAT FD, though.


73 Ray W2RS



-----Original Message-----
From: Sean K. <kx9x at yahoo.com>
To: rsoifer1 <rsoifer1 at aol.com>; amsat-bb <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
Sent: Fri, Jun 23, 2017 7:38 am
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day



Hi all-


ARRL Field Day rules lump all satellites together as a single band: "Satellite."


While you are limited to one QSO on the FM satellites, there is no limit to the number of QSOs you can make on transponder sats.

 
Sean Kutzko Amateur Radio KX9X



  
 
 
  
 From: rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
 To: amsat-bb at amsat.org 
 Sent: Friday, June 23, 2017 10:21 AM
 Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
  
 


Jeff and Paul,





The way I read ARRL FD rule 7.3.7, each satellite is a separate "band," though you can make only one QSO on each FM satellite (unlimited on non-FM sats).  Only one 100-point bonus, though.







Look for me from WE7GV on FO-29 and possibly AO-7.





73 Ray W2RS









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From n8hm at arrl.net  Fri Jun 23 14:45:30 2017
From: n8hm at arrl.net (Paul Stoetzer)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 10:45:30 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
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Thanks for confirming my interpretation.

Determining what you can submit for AMSAT and ARRL can be a bit
confusing. For example, I made 97 QSOs on satellite last year. 8 of
those were dupes of the same station on the same satellite, 6 of those
were FM QSOs that were in excess of one FM QSO (there was an AO-85
pass early on Sunday morning where a bunch of stations were just
calling, but no one was actually making any QSOs, so I just worked
them all). So 83 QSOs counted for AMSAT Field Day. Then I had to
remove my dupes of the same station on different satellites, so I was
left with a total of 58 QSOs that were countable for ARRL Field Day.

73,

Paul, N8HM

On Fri, Jun 23, 2017 at 10:38 AM, Sean K. via AMSAT-BB
<amsat-bb at amsat.org> wrote:
> Hi all-
> ARRL Field Day rules lump all satellites together as a single band: "Satellite."
> While you are limited to one QSO on the FM satellites, there is no limit to the number of QSOs you can make on transponder sats. Sean Kutzko Amateur Radio KX9X
>
>       From: rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>  To: amsat-bb at amsat.org
>  Sent: Friday, June 23, 2017 10:21 AM
>  Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
>
> Jeff and Paul,
>
>
> The way I read ARRL FD rule 7.3.7, each satellite is a separate "band," though you can make only one QSO on each FM satellite (unlimited on non-FM sats).  Only one 100-point bonus, though.
>
>
>
> Look for me from WE7GV on FO-29 and possibly AO-7.
>
>
> 73 Ray W2RS
>
>
>
>
> _______________________________________________
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> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed
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>
>
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From rsoifer1 at aol.com  Fri Jun 23 14:52:12 2017
From: rsoifer1 at aol.com (rsoifer1 at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 10:52:12 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
In-Reply-To: <CABzOSOrnkUVjD8m=g+bk9a3-bfSf1SvBRAFYJ69_HNaZd5N-=w@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <15cd57065d0-2729-dfde@webprd-a105.mail.aol.com>

What Sean says, goes, but as you say, Paul, the language of the ARRL rules is confusing:


"You do not receive an additional bonus for contacting different satellites, though theadditional QSOs may be counted for QSO credit."



I can read that either way, so I suggest that the ARRL rule be reworded next year to eliminate the ambiguity.


73 Ray W2RS










-----Original Message-----
From: Paul Stoetzer <n8hm at arrl.net>
To: Sean K. <kx9x at yahoo.com>
Cc: rsoifer1 <rsoifer1 at aol.com>; amsat-bb <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
Sent: Fri, Jun 23, 2017 7:45 am
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day

Thanks for confirming my interpretation.

Determining what you can submit for AMSAT and ARRL can be a bit
confusing. For example, I made 97 QSOs on satellite last year. 8 of
those were dupes of the same station on the same satellite, 6 of those
were FM QSOs that were in excess of one FM QSO (there was an AO-85
pass early on Sunday morning where a bunch of stations were just
calling, but no one was actually making any QSOs, so I just worked
them all). So 83 QSOs counted for AMSAT Field Day. Then I had to
remove my dupes of the same station on different satellites, so I was
left with a total of 58 QSOs that were countable for ARRL Field Day.

73,

Paul, N8HM

On Fri, Jun 23, 2017 at 10:38 AM, Sean K. via AMSAT-BB
<amsat-bb at amsat.org> wrote:
> Hi all-
> ARRL Field Day rules lump all satellites together as a single band: "Satellite."
> While you are limited to one QSO on the FM satellites, there is no limit to the number of QSOs you can make on transponder sats. Sean Kutzko Amateur Radio KX9X
>
>       From: rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>  To: amsat-bb at amsat.org
>  Sent: Friday, June 23, 2017 10:21 AM
>  Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
>
> Jeff and Paul,
>
>
> The way I read ARRL FD rule 7.3.7, each satellite is a separate "band," though you can make only one QSO on each FM satellite (unlimited on non-FM sats).  Only one 100-point bonus, though.
>
>
>
> Look for me from WE7GV on FO-29 and possibly AO-7.
>
>
> 73 Ray W2RS
>
>
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed
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>
>
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From n8hm at arrl.net  Fri Jun 23 15:06:37 2017
From: n8hm at arrl.net (Paul Stoetzer)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 11:06:37 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
In-Reply-To: <7bc8c853a3533216c98c7140f452f6aa@md.metrocast.net>
References: <15cd5528de4-2729-dd6d@webprd-a105.mail.aol.com>
	<37cf0bcf-6b71-1567-945a-e040c9276fda@arrl.net>
	<7bc8c853a3533216c98c7140f452f6aa@md.metrocast.net>
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A QSO on SO-50 or AO-85 should be easy on the coasts. Work passes
under 10 degrees that cover mostly ocean. My SO-50 QSO on Field Day
2014 from here in DC was on a 5 degree pass out over the Atlantic.
There were only a couple of stations on and making my one QSO was a
piece of cake.

73,

Paul, N8HM



On Fri, Jun 23, 2017 at 10:42 AM,  <jbr13 at md.metrocast.net> wrote:
> As a new and part time satellite guy, I do have to say last years Field Day
> was a little discouraging.  I tried two 13 minute SO-50 passes hear in
> Maryland, and did not have chance.  I usually can get on SO-50 with little
> problems on my 5W HT and Arrow antenna, but FD was a different story.  I
> tried, and listened to both passes. I heard so many people calling on top of
> each other, I could not make out a single contact being made.   I will try
> again this year, and see what happens.  I just really wish I had a second
> FT-817 to hook up to the SATPC and make contacts easier on the non-FM birds.
> Good luck to all this weekend and I hope the rain doesn't hamper our
> efferts.
>
>
> Jason
> N3YUG
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> On 06-23-2017 10:24 AM, Bruce wrote:
>>
>> It took awhile but ARRL came close to duplicating our rules. Those
>> that wish to play satellite do not hog the FM birds as much so that
>> the non-regular satellite players have at least a slight chance for a
>> satellite contact.
>>
>> 73...bruce
>>
>> On 6/23/2017 9:19 AM, rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB wrote:
>>>
>>> Jeff and Paul,
>>>
>>>
>>> The way I read ARRL FD rule 7.3.7, each satellite is a separate "band,"
>>> though you can make only one QSO on each FM satellite (unlimited on non-FM
>>> sats).  Only one 100-point bonus, though.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Look for me from WE7GV on FO-29 and possibly AO-7.
>>>
>>>
>>> 73 Ray W2RS
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> _______________________________________________
>>> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
>>> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
>>> Opinions expressed
>>> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
>>> AMSAT-NA.
>>> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite
>>> program!
>>> Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
>>>
>>
>> --
>>
>> Bruce Paige, KK5DO
>>                      AMSAT Director Contests and Awards
>> AMSAT Board Member 2016-2018
>>   ARRL Awards Field Checker (WAS, 5BWAS, VUCC), VE
>>           Houston AMSAT Net - Wed 0100z on Echolink - Conference *AMSAT*
>> Also live streaming MP3 at http://www.amsatnet.com
>> Podcast at http://www.amsatnet.com/podcast.xml or iTunes
>>               Latest satellite news on the ARRL Audio News
>> http://www.arrl.org
>>
>> AMSAT on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/amsat
>>
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From matthew at mrstevens.net  Fri Jun 23 15:14:59 2017
From: matthew at mrstevens.net (Matthew Stevens)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 11:14:59 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
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Could maybe be a little clearer, but I understood it to mean all sats
count as one band:

Section 7.3.7 - .....Satellite QSOs also count for regular QSO credit.
Show them listed separately on the summary sheet ***as a separate
"band.***"

73,
- Matthew kk4fem


On Fri, Jun 23, 2017 at 10:52 AM, rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB
<amsat-bb at amsat.org> wrote:
> What Sean says, goes, but as you say, Paul, the language of the ARRL rules is confusing:
>
>
> "You do not receive an additional bonus for contacting different satellites, though theadditional QSOs may be counted for QSO credit."
>
>
>
> I can read that either way, so I suggest that the ARRL rule be reworded next year to eliminate the ambiguity.
>
>
> 73 Ray W2RS
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Paul Stoetzer <n8hm at arrl.net>
> To: Sean K. <kx9x at yahoo.com>
> Cc: rsoifer1 <rsoifer1 at aol.com>; amsat-bb <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
> Sent: Fri, Jun 23, 2017 7:45 am
> Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
>
> Thanks for confirming my interpretation.
>
> Determining what you can submit for AMSAT and ARRL can be a bit
> confusing. For example, I made 97 QSOs on satellite last year. 8 of
> those were dupes of the same station on the same satellite, 6 of those
> were FM QSOs that were in excess of one FM QSO (there was an AO-85
> pass early on Sunday morning where a bunch of stations were just
> calling, but no one was actually making any QSOs, so I just worked
> them all). So 83 QSOs counted for AMSAT Field Day. Then I had to
> remove my dupes of the same station on different satellites, so I was
> left with a total of 58 QSOs that were countable for ARRL Field Day.
>
> 73,
>
> Paul, N8HM
>
> On Fri, Jun 23, 2017 at 10:38 AM, Sean K. via AMSAT-BB
> <amsat-bb at amsat.org> wrote:
>> Hi all-
>> ARRL Field Day rules lump all satellites together as a single band: "Satellite."
>> While you are limited to one QSO on the FM satellites, there is no limit to the number of QSOs you can make on transponder sats. Sean Kutzko Amateur Radio KX9X
>>
>>       From: rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>>  To: amsat-bb at amsat.org
>>  Sent: Friday, June 23, 2017 10:21 AM
>>  Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
>>
>> Jeff and Paul,
>>
>>
>> The way I read ARRL FD rule 7.3.7, each satellite is a separate "band," though you can make only one QSO on each FM satellite (unlimited on non-FM sats).  Only one 100-point bonus, though.
>>
>>
>>
>> Look for me from WE7GV on FO-29 and possibly AO-7.
>>
>>
>> 73 Ray W2RS
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> _______________________________________________
>> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
>> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed
>> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA.
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>>
>>
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From jim at k6ccc.org  Fri Jun 23 15:27:52 2017
From: jim at k6ccc.org (jim at k6ccc.org)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 08:27:52 -0700 (PDT)
Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
In-Reply-To: <15cd57065d0-2729-dfde@webprd-a105.mail.aol.com>
References: <15cd57065d0-2729-dfde@webprd-a105.mail.aol.com>
Message-ID: <1498231672.807511332@apps.rackspace.com>


 Ray - W2RS said (in part):

> "You do not receive an additional bonus for contacting different satellites, though theadditional QSOs may be counted for QSO credit."


> I can read that either way, so I suggest that the ARRL rule be reworded next year to eliminate the ambiguity.


 
 
What is confusing about that?  You get the 100 point bonus for making a single satellite contact.  Additional contacts via satellite do NOT net you an additional 100 point bonus.  Additional contacts DO count for your QSO count (unless prohibited by rule 7.3.7.1).  Read section 7 of the Field Day rules and in particular section 7.3 and it's quite self explanatory.
[ http://www.arrl.org/files/file/Field-Day/2017/2-2017%20Rules-1a.pdf ]( http://www.arrl.org/files/file/Field-Day/2017/2-2017%20Rules-1a.pdf )
 
 
 
73
-----
Jim Walls - K6CCC
jim at k6ccc.org
 

From n8hm at arrl.net  Fri Jun 23 15:44:01 2017
From: n8hm at arrl.net (Paul Stoetzer)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 11:44:01 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
In-Reply-To: <1498231672.807511332@apps.rackspace.com>
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	<1498231672.807511332@apps.rackspace.com>
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The issue isn't about the contacts counting, the issue is what
constitutes a dupe. Under AMSAT rules, working the same station on
different satellites does not result in a dupe. Under ARRL rules,
working the same station on different satellites results in a dupe
since "satellite" is a single band.

The way that is worded does not make that entirely clear.

73,

Paul, N8HM

On Fri, Jun 23, 2017 at 11:27 AM, jim at k6ccc.org <jim at k6ccc.org> wrote:
>
>  Ray - W2RS said (in part):
>
>> "You do not receive an additional bonus for contacting different satellites, though theadditional QSOs may be counted for QSO credit."
>
>
>> I can read that either way, so I suggest that the ARRL rule be reworded next year to eliminate the ambiguity.
>
>
>
>
> What is confusing about that?  You get the 100 point bonus for making a single satellite contact.  Additional contacts via satellite do NOT net you an additional 100 point bonus.  Additional contacts DO count for your QSO count (unless prohibited by rule 7.3.7.1).  Read section 7 of the Field Day rules and in particular section 7.3 and it's quite self explanatory.
> [ http://www.arrl.org/files/file/Field-Day/2017/2-2017%20Rules-1a.pdf ]( http://www.arrl.org/files/file/Field-Day/2017/2-2017%20Rules-1a.pdf )
>
>
>
> 73
> -----
> Jim Walls - K6CCC
> jim at k6ccc.org
>
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From jimlist at zoho.com  Fri Jun 23 16:58:06 2017
From: jimlist at zoho.com (Jim Heck G3WGM)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 17:58:06 +0100
Subject: [amsat-bb] AO73 Mode change
In-Reply-To: <39ED40E1AB4A4BC59C531C1A3F21D575@LAPTOP91ASAKDB>
References: <39ED40E1AB4A4BC59C531C1A3F21D575@LAPTOP91ASAKDB>
Message-ID: <499BC059A607461A96D11F9F3824071C@jimPC2>

Hi folks,

AO73/FUNcube is now in amateur mode for the weekend with the transponder on!

Please see below for all FUNcube mission info

73s Jim G3WGM and the FUNcube team.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
FUNcube frequencies and other details
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

AO-73 FUNcube-1

The transponder is normally operational only when the satellite is in
eclipse, ie the solar panels are NOT being illuminated. During weekends
(from pm Fridays UTC to PM Sundays UTC) the transponder is operational 24/7.

When the transponder is switched off, the telemetry beacon is on full power,
when the transponder is on the beacon it is on low power. During holidays,
eg Christmas, New Year, Easter, etc, the transponder maybe activated for
extended periods. Watch AMSAT-BB for announcements which are usually made on
Friday evenings (UTC)

The nominal transponder frequencies are:

Uplink:   435.150 - 435.130 MHz LSB (Inverting)
Downlink:   145.950 - 145.970 MHz USB
Telemetry Tx: 145.935 MHz BPSK

(The passband may be up to 15kHz higher depending on on-board temps. Lower
temperatures give higher freqs!)

FUNcube-2 (aka FUNcube on UKube)

The FUNcube-2 sub-system continues to operate autonomously and, almost
continuously, in amateur mode. The transponder is operational and the
telemetry downlink is functioning with about 70mW output. The FUNcube-1
Dashboard does not correctly display the telemetry but it does correctly
decode the data and uploads it to the FUNcube Data Warehouse from where it
can be examined. Most of the real time data channels are operational and
these include battery voltages, temperatures and ADCS data coming via the
main On Board Computer (OBC).

The transponder is interrupted for a few seconds every 2 minutes when the
other transmitter sends its CW beacon and, occasionally, for a few seconds
when the main OBC reboots (approx seven times each orbit).

The nominal transponder frequencies are:
Uplink:   435.080 - 435.060 MHz LSB (Inverting)
Downlink:   145.930 - 145.950 MHz USB
Telemetry Tx: 145.915 MHz BPSK

(The passband may be up to 10kHz higher depending on on-board temps. Low
temperatures give higher freqs!)


EO79 FUNcube-3
Due to power budget constraints the transponder cannot be operational 24/7
and an orbit specific schedule has been developed. The transponder will
commence operation 27 minutes after the spacecraft enters sunlight and will
stay on for a period of 25 minutes. This schedule may be modified in future
months as a result of experience.

The nominal transponder frequencies are:
Uplink: 435.0723-435.0473 MHz LSB (Inverting)
Downlink: 145.946-145.971 MHz USB

Further detailed info on EO79 transponder frequencies is at:
https://amsat-uk.org/2016/11/10/eo79-funcube-3-transponder-commences-regular-operation/


EO88/Nayif-1/FUNcube-5

EO88 is presently operating in autonomous mode. The transponder is
operational when the satellite is in eclipse, ie the solar panels are NOT
being illuminated.
When the transponder is switched off, the telemetry beacon is on full power,
when the transponder is on the beacon it is on low power.
The transponder frequencies are:

Uplink:  435.045 ? 435.015 MHz LSB (inverting)
Downlink: 145.960-145.990 MHz USB
Telemetry  Tx: 145.940MHz

All FUNcube transponders are sponsored by AMSAT-UK and AMSAT-NL. We are very
grateful for the assistance given by Innovative Solution In Space Bv, The
Netherlands.

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From kb2m at arrl.net  Fri Jun 23 17:55:27 2017
From: kb2m at arrl.net (Jeff Griffin)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 13:55:27 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
In-Reply-To: <15cd5687eb8-2729-df35@webprd-a105.mail.aol.com>
References: <406374570.517039.1498228697236@mail.yahoo.com>
	<15cd5687eb8-2729-df35@webprd-a105.mail.aol.com>
Message-ID: <033701d2ec49$e62d1e50$b2875af0$@net>

As I always interpreted the ARRL FD sat rules. Before I turn my sat log in
to the club for FD I remove any duplicate calls. If I worked W2RS on AO-27,
AO-10, and AO-40 I would submit only one contact....

73 Jeff kb2m


-----Original Message-----
From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:amsat-bb-bounces at amsat.org] On Behalf Of rsoifer1---
via AMSAT-BB
Sent: Friday, June 23, 2017 10:44 AM
To: kx9x at yahoo.com; amsat-bb at amsat.org
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day


What Sean says, goes.  For ARRL purposes, then, all satellites are lumped
together as one band.  Not for AMSAT FD, though.


73 Ray W2RS



-----Original Message-----
From: Sean K. <kx9x at yahoo.com>
To: rsoifer1 <rsoifer1 at aol.com>; amsat-bb <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
Sent: Fri, Jun 23, 2017 7:38 am
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day



Hi all-


ARRL Field Day rules lump all satellites together as a single band:
"Satellite."


While you are limited to one QSO on the FM satellites, there is no limit to
the number of QSOs you can make on transponder sats.

 
Sean Kutzko Amateur Radio KX9X



  
 
 
  
 From: rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
 To: amsat-bb at amsat.org
 Sent: Friday, June 23, 2017 10:21 AM
 Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
  
 


Jeff and Paul,





The way I read ARRL FD rule 7.3.7, each satellite is a separate "band,"
though you can make only one QSO on each FM satellite (unlimited on non-FM
sats).  Only one 100-point bonus, though.







Look for me from WE7GV on FO-29 and possibly AO-7.





73 Ray W2RS









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From AJ9N at aol.com  Fri Jun 23 17:57:40 2017
From: AJ9N at aol.com (AJ9N at aol.com)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 13:57:40 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2017-06-23 17:00
	UTC
Message-ID: <f03c7.68368f38.467eb094@aol.com>

Upcoming ARISS Contact Schedule as of 2017-06-23  17:00 UTC

Quick list of scheduled contacts and  events:

Ufa, Russia, direct via TBD 
The ISS callsign is  presently scheduled to be RS?ISS 
The scheduled astronaut is Fyodor  Yurchikhin RN3FI 
Contact was successful Fri 2017-06-23 08:25 UTC  (***)

SCaN/Glenn Research Center, Brook Park, OH, and the Girl  Scouts of North 
East Ohio direct via NA8SA
The ISS callsign is presently  scheduled to be NA1SS 
The scheduled astronaut is Jack Fischer K2FSH  (***)
Contact was successful: Fri 2017-06-23 14:25:09 UTC 70 deg  (***)

International Summer Camp with children from Republic of  Bashkortostan, 
Ufa, Russia (***)
The ISS callsign is presently scheduled to  be RS?ISS 
The scheduled astronaut is Fyodor Yurchikhin RN3FI
Contact is a  go for 2017-07-03 07:40 UTC  


****************************************************************************
**

ARISS  is always glad to receive listener reports for the above contacts.  
ARISS  thanks everyone in advance for their assistance.  Feel free to send 
your  reports to aj9n at amsat.org or aj9n at aol.com.

Listen for the ISS on  the downlink of 145.8?  MHz.

****************************************************************************
***

All  ARISS contacts are made via the Kenwood radio unless otherwise  noted.

****************************************************************************
***

Several  of you have sent me emails asking about the RAC ARISS website and 
not being  able to get in.  That has now been changed to  
http://www.ariss.org/

Note that there are links to other ARISS  websites from this  site.

****************************************************************************
Looking  for something new to do?  How about receiving DATV from the  ISS?  
 
If interested, then please go to the ARISS-EU website for  complete 
details.  Look for the buttons indicating Ham  Video.                       
      

http://www.ariss-eu.org/    

If you need some  assistance, ARISS mentor Kerry N6IZW, might be able to 
provide some  insight.  Contact Kerry at  kbanke at sbcglobal.net
****************************************************************************
ARISS  congratulations the following mentors who have now mentored over 100 
 
schools:  

Satoshi 7M3TJZ with 123 
Gaston ON4WF with  123
Francesco IK?WGF with  119

****************************************************************************
The  webpages listed below were all reviewed for accuracy.  Out of date  
webpages were removed and new ones have been added.  If there are  
additional 
ARISS websites I need to know about, please let me  know.

Note, all times are approximate.  It is recommended that you  do your own 
orbital prediction or start listening about 10 minutes before  the listed 
time. 
All dates and times listed follow International  Standard ISO 8601 date and 
time format  YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS

The  complete schedule page has been updated as of 2017-06-23 17:00 UTC.  
(***)
Here you will find a listing of all scheduled school contacts, and  
questions, other ISS related websites, IRLP and Echolink websites, and  
instructions for any contact that may be streamed live.    

http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.txt

Total  number of ARISS ISS to earth school events is 1147. (***)
Each school counts  as 1 event.
Total number of ARISS ISS to earth school contacts is 1106.   (***)
Each contact may have multiple schools sharing the same time  slot.
Total number of ARISS supported terrestrial contacts is 47. 

A  complete year by year breakdown of the contacts may be found in the  
file.
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/arissnews.rtf

Please  feel free to contact me if more detailed statistics are  needed.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

The  following US states and entities have never had an ARISS contact:
Arkansas,  Delaware, South Dakota, Wyoming, American Samoa, Guam, Northern 
Marianas  Islands, and the Virgin  Islands.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

QSL  information may be found at:   
http://www.ariss.org/qsl-cards.html  

ISS callsigns:  DP?ISS, IR?ISS, NA1SS, OR4ISS,  RS?ISS

****************************************************************************
The  successful school list has been updated as of 2017-06-23 17:00 UTC.   
(***)

http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/Successful_ARISS_schools.rtf

Frequency   chart for packet, voice, and crossband repeater modes showing 
Doppler   correction  as of 2005-07-29 04:00  UTC
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ISS_frequencies_and_Doppler_correction
.rtf

Listing  of ARISS related magazine articles as of 2006-07-10 03:30  UTC.
http://www.amsat.org/amsat/ariss/news/ARISS_magazine_articles.rtf

Check  out the Zoho reports of the ARISS  contacts

https://reports.zoho.com/ZDBDataSheetView.cc?DBID=412218000000020415
****************************************************************************
Exp.  50 on orbit
Peggy Whitson

Exp. 51 on orbit
Jack Fischer  K2FSH
Fyodor Yurchikhin  RN3FI
****************************************************************************

73,
Charlie  Sufana AJ9N
One of the ARISS operation team  mentors








From n8hm at arrl.net  Fri Jun 23 17:57:59 2017
From: n8hm at arrl.net (Paul Stoetzer)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 13:57:59 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
In-Reply-To: <033701d2ec49$e62d1e50$b2875af0$@net>
References: <406374570.517039.1498228697236@mail.yahoo.com>
	<15cd5687eb8-2729-df35@webprd-a105.mail.aol.com>
	<033701d2ec49$e62d1e50$b2875af0$@net>
Message-ID: <CABzOSOrEE0SWHhRqZJ+pwDTc3vvNo4bEqFjZH9KcXBxE+_t72A@mail.gmail.com>

If you work W2RS on AO-27, AO-10, and AO-40 this weekend, you should
feel free to submit 1,000 contacts!

73,

Paul, N8HM

On Fri, Jun 23, 2017 at 1:55 PM, Jeff Griffin <kb2m at arrl.net> wrote:
> As I always interpreted the ARRL FD sat rules. Before I turn my sat log in
> to the club for FD I remove any duplicate calls. If I worked W2RS on AO-27,
> AO-10, and AO-40 I would submit only one contact....
>
> 73 Jeff kb2m
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:amsat-bb-bounces at amsat.org] On Behalf Of rsoifer1---
> via AMSAT-BB
> Sent: Friday, June 23, 2017 10:44 AM
> To: kx9x at yahoo.com; amsat-bb at amsat.org
> Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
>
>
> What Sean says, goes.  For ARRL purposes, then, all satellites are lumped
> together as one band.  Not for AMSAT FD, though.
>
>
> 73 Ray W2RS
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Sean K. <kx9x at yahoo.com>
> To: rsoifer1 <rsoifer1 at aol.com>; amsat-bb <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
> Sent: Fri, Jun 23, 2017 7:38 am
> Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
>
>
>
> Hi all-
>
>
> ARRL Field Day rules lump all satellites together as a single band:
> "Satellite."
>
>
> While you are limited to one QSO on the FM satellites, there is no limit to
> the number of QSOs you can make on transponder sats.
>
>
> Sean Kutzko Amateur Radio KX9X
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>  From: rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>  To: amsat-bb at amsat.org
>  Sent: Friday, June 23, 2017 10:21 AM
>  Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
>
>
>
>
> Jeff and Paul,
>
>
>
>
>
> The way I read ARRL FD rule 7.3.7, each satellite is a separate "band,"
> though you can make only one QSO on each FM satellite (unlimited on non-FM
> sats).  Only one 100-point bonus, though.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> Look for me from WE7GV on FO-29 and possibly AO-7.
>
>
>
>
>
> 73 Ray W2RS
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> _______________________________________________
>
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>
> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions
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From jeff_griffin at comcast.net  Fri Jun 23 18:18:56 2017
From: jeff_griffin at comcast.net (Jeff Griffin)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 14:18:56 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
In-Reply-To: <CABzOSOrEE0SWHhRqZJ+pwDTc3vvNo4bEqFjZH9KcXBxE+_t72A@mail.gmail.com>
References: <406374570.517039.1498228697236@mail.yahoo.com>
	<15cd5687eb8-2729-df35@webprd-a105.mail.aol.com>
	<033701d2ec49$e62d1e50$b2875af0$@net>
	<CABzOSOrEE0SWHhRqZJ+pwDTc3vvNo4bEqFjZH9KcXBxE+_t72A@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <034701d2ec4d$2dde5c70$899b1550$@net>

I thought some of you guys would like that one. I remember standing out in the snow with Ray at the Maine symposium in I think 2000 uploading pictures to a PACSAT....

 I'm K2BR for FD...

73 Jeff kb2m


-----Original Message-----
From: prstoetzer at gmail.com [mailto:prstoetzer at gmail.com] On Behalf Of Paul Stoetzer
Sent: Friday, June 23, 2017 1:58 PM
To: Jeff Griffin
Cc: AMSAT-BB
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day

If you work W2RS on AO-27, AO-10, and AO-40 this weekend, you should feel free to submit 1,000 contacts!

73,

Paul, N8HM

On Fri, Jun 23, 2017 at 1:55 PM, Jeff Griffin <kb2m at arrl.net> wrote:
> As I always interpreted the ARRL FD sat rules. Before I turn my sat 
> log in to the club for FD I remove any duplicate calls. If I worked 
> W2RS on AO-27, AO-10, and AO-40 I would submit only one contact....
>
> 73 Jeff kb2m
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:amsat-bb-bounces at amsat.org] On Behalf Of 
> rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB
> Sent: Friday, June 23, 2017 10:44 AM
> To: kx9x at yahoo.com; amsat-bb at amsat.org
> Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
>
>
> What Sean says, goes.  For ARRL purposes, then, all satellites are 
> lumped together as one band.  Not for AMSAT FD, though.
>
>
> 73 Ray W2RS
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Sean K. <kx9x at yahoo.com>
> To: rsoifer1 <rsoifer1 at aol.com>; amsat-bb <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
> Sent: Fri, Jun 23, 2017 7:38 am
> Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
>
>
>
> Hi all-
>
>
> ARRL Field Day rules lump all satellites together as a single band:
> "Satellite."
>
>
> While you are limited to one QSO on the FM satellites, there is no 
> limit to the number of QSOs you can make on transponder sats.
>
>
> Sean Kutzko Amateur Radio KX9X
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>  From: rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>  To: amsat-bb at amsat.org
>  Sent: Friday, June 23, 2017 10:21 AM
>  Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
>
>
>
>
> Jeff and Paul,
>
>
>
>
>
> The way I read ARRL FD rule 7.3.7, each satellite is a separate "band,"
> though you can make only one QSO on each FM satellite (unlimited on 
> non-FM sats).  Only one 100-point bonus, though.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> Look for me from WE7GV on FO-29 and possibly AO-7.
>
>
>
>
>
> 73 Ray W2RS
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> _______________________________________________
>
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>
> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. 
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>
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> of AMSAT-NA.
>
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>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
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From afeller at ieee.org  Fri Jun 23 18:21:49 2017
From: afeller at ieee.org (Arthur Feller, W4ART)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 14:21:49 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Review of the Restructured Research and Analysis
 Programs of NASA's Planetary Science Division
Message-ID: <0CD25AFE-67B8-440C-B95C-F9B28DE9CB13@ieee.org>

Download Free PDF <https://www.nap.edu/download/24759>


73, art?..
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From diehl.mike.a at gmail.com  Fri Jun 23 18:22:38 2017
From: diehl.mike.a at gmail.com (Mike Diehl)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 11:22:38 -0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
In-Reply-To: <CABzOSOrEE0SWHhRqZJ+pwDTc3vvNo4bEqFjZH9KcXBxE+_t72A@mail.gmail.com>
References: <406374570.517039.1498228697236@mail.yahoo.com>
	<15cd5687eb8-2729-df35@webprd-a105.mail.aol.com>
	<033701d2ec49$e62d1e50$b2875af0$@net>
	<CABzOSOrEE0SWHhRqZJ+pwDTc3vvNo4bEqFjZH9KcXBxE+_t72A@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BE631D32-7240-4F2F-82D4-B7C3F53F06B8@gmail.com>

Does this bonus apply to BY70 as well?

73,

Mike Diehl
AI6GS 

> On Jun 23, 2017, at 10:57 AM, Paul Stoetzer <n8hm at arrl.net> wrote:
> 
> If you work W2RS on AO-27, AO-10, and AO-40 this weekend, you should
> feel free to submit 1,000 contacts!
> 
> 73,
> 
> Paul, N8HM
> 
>> On Fri, Jun 23, 2017 at 1:55 PM, Jeff Griffin <kb2m at arrl.net> wrote:
>> As I always interpreted the ARRL FD sat rules. Before I turn my sat log in
>> to the club for FD I remove any duplicate calls. If I worked W2RS on AO-27,
>> AO-10, and AO-40 I would submit only one contact....
>> 
>> 73 Jeff kb2m
>> 
>> 
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:amsat-bb-bounces at amsat.org] On Behalf Of rsoifer1---
>> via AMSAT-BB
>> Sent: Friday, June 23, 2017 10:44 AM
>> To: kx9x at yahoo.com; amsat-bb at amsat.org
>> Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
>> 
>> 
>> What Sean says, goes.  For ARRL purposes, then, all satellites are lumped
>> together as one band.  Not for AMSAT FD, though.
>> 
>> 
>> 73 Ray W2RS
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Sean K. <kx9x at yahoo.com>
>> To: rsoifer1 <rsoifer1 at aol.com>; amsat-bb <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>> Sent: Fri, Jun 23, 2017 7:38 am
>> Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Hi all-
>> 
>> 
>> ARRL Field Day rules lump all satellites together as a single band:
>> "Satellite."
>> 
>> 
>> While you are limited to one QSO on the FM satellites, there is no limit to
>> the number of QSOs you can make on transponder sats.
>> 
>> 
>> Sean Kutzko Amateur Radio KX9X
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> From: rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>> To: amsat-bb at amsat.org
>> Sent: Friday, June 23, 2017 10:21 AM
>> Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Jeff and Paul,
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> The way I read ARRL FD rule 7.3.7, each satellite is a separate "band,"
>> though you can make only one QSO on each FM satellite (unlimited on non-FM
>> sats).  Only one 100-point bonus, though.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Look for me from WE7GV on FO-29 and possibly AO-7.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 73 Ray W2RS
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> 
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From aa4kndhj at gmail.com  Fri Jun 23 19:07:57 2017
From: aa4kndhj at gmail.com (David H Jordan)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 19:07:57 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
In-Reply-To: <15cd5528de4-2729-dd6d@webprd-a105.mail.aol.com>
References: <15cd5528de4-2729-dd6d@webprd-a105.mail.aol.com>
Message-ID: <CAHqrOLZabqAt_2TDyBTmFY+U0bAX_hzZ40NqdqML1-L0=3R0hg@mail.gmail.com>

I interpret it the same way.
Dave, AA4KN
LMARS
Winter Springs, FL

On Fri, Jun 23, 2017, 10:20 AM rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
wrote:

> Jeff and Paul,
>
>
> The way I read ARRL FD rule 7.3.7, each satellite is a separate "band,"
> though you can make only one QSO on each FM satellite (unlimited on non-FM
> sats).  Only one 100-point bonus, though.
>
>
>
> Look for me from WE7GV on FO-29 and possibly AO-7.
>
>
> 73 Ray W2RS
>
>
>
>
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From bruninga at usna.edu  Fri Jun 23 19:15:44 2017
From: bruninga at usna.edu (Robert Bruninga)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 15:15:44 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] APRS FD contacts (between satellites)
Message-ID: <0e80af3b9f3d118b6e066112f6914348@mail.gmail.com>

Between satellite contacts, Don?t forget APRS at Field day too.   Have fun!



Independent of scoring (APRS gets no respect at FD anyway)?  it is still a
good time to play APRS radio and make contacts.  Who cares about points
when there are so many people on the air!



Remember CQSRVR lets you call CQ everywhere in the world from your APRS
radio out in the field.  Just send a message to CQSRVR with the first two
words as CQ FD followed by your info.



Everyone else in the world who has also sent such a message is
automatically logged into the CQSRVR and will get a copy.  Once you have
sent yours, then you too will get a copy of all future such messages from
everyone else.



CQSRVR just makes the global CQ to everyone else.  To make contacts, then
you need to initiate a 1-on-1 message to any other callsign you see to make
the contact!



See details:  http://aprs.org/cqsrvr.html



You have that expensive APRS radio, USE IT!



Bob, WB4APR

From glasbrenner at mindspring.com  Fri Jun 23 21:31:27 2017
From: glasbrenner at mindspring.com (Andrew Glasbrenner)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 17:31:27 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Brazilian 4 Grid Operation
Message-ID: <0C654F84-0191-486A-AB64-16DCCA4DC67B@mindspring.com>

I was asked to pass this along:

Sirs, next June 23-25, PT2AP and PT2AZ will attempt to activate the GRIDs GH55 / GH56 / GH65 and GH66 simultaneously, Calling North America, South America, Europe and Africa, in Satellite operation.

It is not yet certain, because we need the authorization of the owner of the Farm, which we will only know when we get there. But at least one of these GRIDs is certain of the activation.

We probably will not have phone coverage, and we'll be "in the dark" ...

We will try to activate the SO-50 , FO-29, AO-7, AO-85 ...

Look for PT2AP-9, on APRS tracker, on the days of activation ...

Disclose to our friends ...

73 of PT2AP

From sasb.geo at yahoo.com  Fri Jun 23 21:15:45 2017
From: sasb.geo at yahoo.com (Eduardo Erlemann)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 21:15:45 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] GH55-GH56-GH65-GH66
In-Reply-To: <CO2PR06MB491964DE7218110CA0EE3F395DB0@CO2PR06MB491.namprd06.prod.outlook.com>
References: <CO2PR06MB491964DE7218110CA0EE3F395DB0@CO2PR06MB491.namprd06.prod.outlook.com>
Message-ID: <1048562484.769495.1498252545058@mail.yahoo.com>


PT2AP and PT2AZ already active from 4 GRIDs corner?GH55-GH56-GH65-GH66. They are on AO-7, FO-29, AO-85, SO-50 and XW SATs, will stay there until Sunday.
73 Ed - PY2RNGG66LW      From: Mark Lunday <wd4elg at outlook.com>
 To: AMSAT BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org> 
 Sent: Friday, June 23, 2017 2:22 AM
 Subject: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 questions, Part 1
   
I have a fully registered version, but I am still limited to 12 satellites?

When I click on the "V" on the left and make it "V+" so that I can correct the uplink and downlink frequencies, I try to change the frequency using the up and down arrows under the 20, 100, 500, 1k and 5k labels.? But it only changes the downlink.? Why?

Once I can hear my downlink and I toggle the "V" back to "V-" then how do I save the corrected frequencies to Doppler.SQF

What if I want to use SatPC32 to tune around the passband and look for other stations?? What are the steps for that?

I want the Countdown window to attach to the right.? It does that on one computer, but attaches to the left on another.

I am using my FT817, and have the CAT working.? When listening to FO-29, I try to tune the VFO but it keeps putting me back on the frequency shown in SatPC32.

Another weird behavior...in CAT control mode, it keeps jumping between uplink and downlink frequencies.? How do I stop this?? Is that the special FT817 configuration I need to use?


Mark Lunday, WD4ELG
Greensboro, NC? FM06be
wd4elg at arrl.net
http://wd4elg.blogspot.com
SKCC #16439? FISTS #17972



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From amsat-bb at wd9ewk.net  Fri Jun 23 21:55:17 2017
From: amsat-bb at wd9ewk.net (Patrick STODDARD (WD9EWK/VA7EWK))
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 14:55:17 -0700
Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
In-Reply-To: <406374570.517039.1498228697236@mail.yahoo.com>
References: <15cd5528de4-2729-dd6d@webprd-a105.mail.aol.com>
	<406374570.517039.1498228697236@mail.yahoo.com>
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?Hi Sean!

Thanks for chiming in and confirming the interpretation of satellite
contacts are lumped together as a single band under the ARRL Field
Day rules. This is how I've treated them all along. Makes for some
extra work in submitting my reports to ARRL and AMSAT, but it isn't
impossible.

If other stations call me on an FM satellite after I've made my
points-earning QSO, I will work those other stations. I won't score
the extra QSOs, but I work those calling me since I could be their
first satellite QSO for the 100-point bonus. When I submit my Field
Day reports to ARRL and AMSAT, I specifically exclude these additional
QSOs from my scores. In over a decade working satellites during Field
Day, this hasn't been an issue for either competition. Same thing when
I work stations on more than one satellite for the ARRL Field Day
scoring - log the QSOs, but they don't go into the score.

Even up at 7000-7500' around Flagstaff AZ, temperatures are probably
going to be north of 90F tomorrow. I'll be somewhere up there, hoping
to find a good spot with some shade, an opening in the forest for
working satellites, and some luck to make a few satellite QSOs (plus
some propagation on HF and 6m, too). I might even go back to somewhere
on the south rim of the Grand Canyon, if all else fails...

73!





Patrick WD9EWK/VA7EWK
http://www.wd9ewk.net/
Twitter: @WD9EWK or http://twitter.com/WD9EWK





On Fri, Jun 23, 2017 at 7:38 AM, Sean K. via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
wrote:

> Hi all-
> ARRL Field Day rules lump all satellites together as a single band:
> "Satellite."
> While you are limited to one QSO on the FM satellites, there is no limit
> to the number of QSOs you can make on transponder sats. Sean Kutzko Amateur
> Radio KX9X
>
>
>

From rjlawn at gmail.com  Fri Jun 23 22:03:10 2017
From: rjlawn at gmail.com (Richard Lawn)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 18:03:10 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 Error in Opening
Message-ID: <CADQmrTF-CT0juqd3oHk-ejoUWGbZ-h_E_BOX3h4sSr8EE2x=Lw@mail.gmail.com>

I made the mistake of trying to set up a different radio configuration and
in doing so I've apparently trashed a file and now the program will not
even open to allow me to fix the issue. There error message is as follows:

"Error while loading file Standard.sat
The Program will be closed."

Any suggestions? I reinstall SatPC32 but I'm operating portable away from
the home QATH and do not have my registration serial number with me!

Rick, W2JAZ

From w4upd at cfl.rr.com  Fri Jun 23 22:12:11 2017
From: w4upd at cfl.rr.com (w4upd)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 18:12:11 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 Error in Opening
In-Reply-To: <CADQmrTF-CT0juqd3oHk-ejoUWGbZ-h_E_BOX3h4sSr8EE2x=Lw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CADQmrTF-CT0juqd3oHk-ejoUWGbZ-h_E_BOX3h4sSr8EE2x=Lw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <594D923B.5020204@cfl.rr.com>

I did a similar thing some weeks ago. Yo can get a copy from the SatPC 
backup directory and replace the bad one. You may have to add or edit 
the new stuff you want, but the file will be file and readable by SatPC. 
For example, my system Windows 10 has it here: 
C:\Users\GARFLD\AppData\Roaming\SatPC32_DataBackup\SatPC32


Reid, W4UPD
Amsat: 17002



On 6/23/2017 6:03 PM, Richard Lawn wrote:
> I made the mistake of trying to set up a different radio configuration and
> in doing so I've apparently trashed a file and now the program will not
> even open to allow me to fix the issue. There error message is as follows:
>
> "Error while loading file Standard.sat
> The Program will be closed."
>
> Any suggestions? I reinstall SatPC32 but I'm operating portable away from
> the home QATH and do not have my registration serial number with me!
>
> Rick, W2JAZ
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From kq6ea at verizon.net  Fri Jun 23 23:12:08 2017
From: kq6ea at verizon.net (Jim Jerzycke)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 23:12:08 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 Error in Opening
In-Reply-To: <CADQmrTF-CT0juqd3oHk-ejoUWGbZ-h_E_BOX3h4sSr8EE2x=Lw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CADQmrTF-CT0juqd3oHk-ejoUWGbZ-h_E_BOX3h4sSr8EE2x=Lw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <297709a9-e7a5-de9b-f0cb-d496462b17c1@verizon.net>

Every time I've reinstalled it or upgraded it, the registration info 
automagically applied itself to the "new" program.


73, Jim  KQ6EA


On 06/23/2017 10:03 PM, Richard Lawn wrote:
> I made the mistake of trying to set up a different radio configuration and
> in doing so I've apparently trashed a file and now the program will not
> even open to allow me to fix the issue. There error message is as follows:
>
> "Error while loading file Standard.sat
> The Program will be closed."
>
> Any suggestions? I reinstall SatPC32 but I'm operating portable away from
> the home QATH and do not have my registration serial number with me!
>
> Rick, W2JAZ
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From kk0sd1 at att.net  Fri Jun 23 23:52:59 2017
From: kk0sd1 at att.net (Gary Mayfield)
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 23:52:59 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] FD sat contacts
In-Reply-To: <016001d2ebb6$80021100$80063300$@net>
References: <014501d2ebb1$cb8a1a50$629e4ef0$@net>
	<CABzOSOrdNFXpbCkwEuDxawjz-e-SHnaOYksB0JEDVkDrmUGKyw@mail.gmail.com>
	<016001d2ebb6$80021100$80063300$@net>
Message-ID: <344380143.970049.1498261979975@mail.yahoo.com>

Jeff,
? ? ? I for one agree. I don't like the single FM rule or the fact that working w1aw on FO-29 and working w1aw on AO-73 is a dupe in the ARRL rules.?? ? ??? ? ? ?I've thought put w1aw and k6kph on the FM birds with some serious punch and have them hand out contacts on the FM birds. And have them be the only contacts that count...Or drop the 100 point bonus eliminating a lot of folks without satellite experience.
? ? Don't want to start a flame war just expressing my opinion.

73,Joe kk0sd 

    On Thursday, June 22, 2017 7:20 PM, Jeff Griffin <jeff_griffin at comcast.net> wrote:
 

 HI Paul, yes I know the rules well after 20 years. What I?m talking about is a total restructure of the sat contact thing. I would like a way to make sat operations a contest, like the rest of the bands. I?m looking for ideas?

 

73 Jeff kb2m

 

 

 

From: Paul Stoetzer [mailto:n8hm at arrl.net] 
Sent: Thursday, June 22, 2017 8:03 PM
To: AMSAT-BB; Jeff Griffin
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] FD sat contacts

 

They are fine, though confusing about the meaning of contacting "different satellites." Does that mean that "satellite" is a band and working a station on more than one satellite would be a dupe? I'm not sure. AMSAT rules allow you to work the same station on multiple satellites.

 

73,

 

Paul, N8HM

 

On Thu, Jun 22, 2017 at 19:47 Jeff Griffin <kb2m at arrl.net> wrote:

Does anyone have any comments on the current ARRL FD satellite contact
rules?



73 Jeff kb2m



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From kq6ea at verizon.net  Sat Jun 24 00:28:41 2017
From: kq6ea at verizon.net (Jim Jerzycke)
Date: Sat, 24 Jun 2017 00:28:41 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] FD sat contacts
In-Reply-To: <344380143.970049.1498261979975@mail.yahoo.com>
References: <014501d2ebb1$cb8a1a50$629e4ef0$@net>
	<CABzOSOrdNFXpbCkwEuDxawjz-e-SHnaOYksB0JEDVkDrmUGKyw@mail.gmail.com>
	<016001d2ebb6$80021100$80063300$@net>
	<344380143.970049.1498261979975@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <e6086ee0-ab60-05fd-5645-e5da4d73ec13@verizon.net>

I don't mind the "One and Done" on the FM birds one bit. They're crowded 
enough during "normal" times, and a complete ZOO on Field Day. The only 
time I try and work an FM bird on Field Day is when they're way to the 
West, with most of the footprint over the Pacific. I get my one FM 
contact, and then back to the linear birds.


I don't think putting an official mega-station on an FM bird to dole out 
contacts would work. You'd still have insane uplink contention, and 
people calling, calling, calling anyway. Perhaps the only way to kill 
the crud on Field Day is drop the 100 point bonus entirely, and just let 
satellite contacts count as regular contacts as we're discussing.


I agree 100% that each bird should count as a separate "band", along 
with allowing different modes on each bird to be counted as separate 
contacts, just like they are on HF.


SSB, CW, and digital should get you three points per bird, just like it 
does on 20 Meters.


But then who are we to suggest the league change their rules......


Oh, well....


73, Jim


On 06/23/2017 11:52 PM, Gary Mayfield wrote:
> Jeff,
>        I for one agree. I don't like the single FM rule or the fact that working w1aw on FO-29 and working w1aw on AO-73 is a dupe in the ARRL rules.              I've thought put w1aw and k6kph on the FM birds with some serious punch and have them hand out contacts on the FM birds. And have them be the only contacts that count...Or drop the 100 point bonus eliminating a lot of folks without satellite experience.
>      Don't want to start a flame war just expressing my opinion.
>
> 73,Joe kk0sd
>
>      On Thursday, June 22, 2017 7:20 PM, Jeff Griffin <jeff_griffin at comcast.net> wrote:
>   
>
>   HI Paul, yes I know the rules well after 20 years. What I?m talking about is a total restructure of the sat contact thing. I would like a way to make sat operations a contest, like the rest of the bands. I?m looking for ideas?
>
>   
>
> 73 Jeff kb2m
>
>   
>
>   
>
>   
>
> From: Paul Stoetzer [mailto:n8hm at arrl.net]
> Sent: Thursday, June 22, 2017 8:03 PM
> To: AMSAT-BB; Jeff Griffin
> Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] FD sat contacts
>
>   
>
> They are fine, though confusing about the meaning of contacting "different satellites." Does that mean that "satellite" is a band and working a station on more than one satellite would be a dupe? I'm not sure. AMSAT rules allow you to work the same station on multiple satellites.
>
>   
>
> 73,
>
>   
>
> Paul, N8HM
>
>   
>
> On Thu, Jun 22, 2017 at 19:47 Jeff Griffin <kb2m at arrl.net> wrote:
>
> Does anyone have any comments on the current ARRL FD satellite contact
> rules?
>
>
>
> 73 Jeff kb2m
>
>
>
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From m5aka at yahoo.co.uk  Sat Jun 24 14:02:10 2017
From: m5aka at yahoo.co.uk (M5AKA)
Date: Sat, 24 Jun 2017 14:02:10 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] KiwiSAT Project + QB50
References: <499271975.1767172.1498312930032.ref@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <499271975.1767172.1498312930032@mail.yahoo.com>

Join New Zealand?s Most Exciting Amateur Radio Project ? KiwiSAT 
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QB50 CubeSats were launched on an ISRO PSLV-C38 at 04:59 GMT on June 23? 
List with beacon format and frequency information at 
https://upload.qb50.eu/listCubeSat/

ARISS SSTV Commemorative Activity 
https://amsat-uk.org/2017/06/21/ariss-sstv-commemorative-activity/

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Book now for AMSAT-UK International Space Colloquium Milton Keynes October 14-15
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From kk5do at amsat.org  Sat Jun 24 14:25:31 2017
From: kk5do at amsat.org (Bruce)
Date: Sat, 24 Jun 2017 09:25:31 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Field Day Ruling LO-90
In-Reply-To: <CABzOSOpe6q6_10C5a4ktriB_2urUPcTqG6kLkQ5MyZXMa5LPJQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CABzOSOrYUQcLgjtao-HTGntogMDDURuAhiDhtoD6PxqpZURK5A@mail.gmail.com>
	<bcb69fe1-50c5-916d-af58-98f8bc745d6a@amsat.org>
	<CABzOSOpe6q6_10C5a4ktriB_2urUPcTqG6kLkQ5MyZXMa5LPJQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <9406cd29-8409-7477-011c-b13d5928ace6@amsat.org>

For the purpose of Field Day, LilacSat-1 or LO-09 will be considered a
digital satellite and not a single channel FM satellite. The reasoning is
that an FM single channel satellite has an FM voice modulated signal going
up and an FM voice modulated signal coming down. With LO-90, there is an FM
voice modulated signal going up however, you must have separate equipment to
demodulate the digital signal. This will also score three points for
each digital contact that you make. Sorry for the late rule, LO-90 is a very
new satellite and mode.

73...bruce

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From pconver at gmail.com  Sat Jun 24 17:02:42 2017
From: pconver at gmail.com (Pedro Converso)
Date: Sat, 24 Jun 2017 14:02:42 -0300
Subject: [amsat-bb] Suchai Satellite
Message-ID: <CANTZqK=DvhtjpMxPJUSpmyVJKPJtDiD-dRMYHvDxQ=sxmtYe8g@mail.gmail.com>

Congratulations !! to our friends Chilean Hams.

SUCHAI is above emitting AFSK/CW on 437.229 KHz.

Tracking at http://amsat.org.ar/pass.htm?sat=sucha

Beacon reports welcome at http://spel.ing.uchile.cl/suchai.html

73, LU7ABF, Pedro

From py2rn at arrl.net  Sun Jun 25 01:49:14 2017
From: py2rn at arrl.net (Eduardo PY2RN)
Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2017 01:49:14 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] Max Valier Sat ii3mv CW beacon via FO-29
References: <1030692744.1508670.1498355354163.ref@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <1030692744.1508670.1498355354163@mail.yahoo.com>



beacon copied on FO-29
https://youtu.be/hQiyNn_o1vc



73, ? ED PY2RN.

From ku4os at cfl.rr.com  Sun Jun 25 03:18:25 2017
From: ku4os at cfl.rr.com (Lee McLamb)
Date: Sat, 24 Jun 2017 23:18:25 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] ANS-176 AMSAT News Service Weekly Bulletins
Message-ID: <4ddc8545-26c8-577f-e91a-806fc43282e6@cfl.rr.com>

AMSAT NEWS SERVICE
ANS-176

The AMSAT News Service bulletins are a free, weekly news and infor-
mation service of AMSAT North America, The Radio Amateur Satellite
Corporation. ANS publishes news related to Amateur Radio in Space
including reports on the activities of a worldwide group of Amateur
Radio operators who share an active interest in designing, building,
launching and communicating through analog and digital Amateur Radio
satellites.

The news feed on http://www.amsat.org publishes news of Amateur
Radio in Space as soon as our volunteers can post it.

Please send any amateur satellite news or reports to:
ans-editor at amsat.org.

In this edition:

* India Launches 40th PSLV With 31 Satellites On-board
* ARISS SSTV Commemorative Activity
* LilacSat-1 Designated LilacSat-OSCAR 90
* Amateurs Recover I-Inspire-2 Satellite
* SARL/AMSAT SA SDR Workshop To Be Held In August
* New Zealand?s KiwiSAT Update


SB SAT @ AMSAT $ANS-176.01
ANS-155 AMSAT News Service Weekly Bulletins

AMSAT News Service Bulletin 176.01
  From AMSAT HQ KENSINGTON, MD.
DATE June 25, 2017
To All RADIO AMATEURS
BID: $ANS-176.01

India Launches 40th PSLV With 31 Satellites On-board

An Indian mapping satellite and 30 other payloads vaulted into space Friday
aboard a Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle, arriving in an on-the-mark 
orbit more
than 300 miles above Earth.

Launching on its 40th flight, the PSLV rocketed away from the Satish Dhawan
Space Center, a facility nestled on Sriharikota Island on India?s east 
coast, at
0359 GMT Friday (11:59 p.m. EDT Thursday). The 144-foot-tall (44-meter) 
launcher
thundered into a mostly sunny sky over the launch base, where liftoff 
occurred
at 9:29 a.m. local time

The 1,570-pound (712-kilogram) Cartosat 2E satellite was the primary 
passenger
on Friday?s launch, joining a fleet of Earth-imaging platforms built to 
feed
observations of cities, crops, natural disasters and other targets to 
Indian
civil and military authorities.

Cartosat 2E radioed ground controllers moments after separation from the 
PSLV?s
fourth stage, and engineers confirmed it unfurled its solar panels as 
planned.

The PSLV launch team confirmed the upper stage released another Indian 
satellite
? NIUSAT ? a few seconds after Cartosat 2E. Designed for agricultural
monitoring, NIUSAT is suitcase-sized satellite weighing about 33 pounds (15
kilograms) developed by students at Noorul Islam University in India?s 
Tamil
Nadu state.

Fifteen other satellites launched Friday also include amateur frequency
downlinks:

Max Valier Satellite  145.860 MHz
Venta 1               437.325 MHz
Pegasus               436.670 MHz
NUDTSat               436.270 MHz
VZLUSAT 1             437.240 MHz
DragSail-CubeSat      437.300 MHz, 2403 MHz, and 2405-2445 MHz
UCLSat                435.975 MHz
InflateSail           436.060 MHz
URSA MAIOR            435.950 MHz
LithuanicaSAT 2       437.265 MHz
SUCHAI 1              437.225 MHz
Aalto 1               437.220 MHz and 2402.00 MHz
Robusta 1B            437.325 MHz
D-Sat                 437.505 MHz
skCUBE                437.100 MHz and 2401 MHz

[ANS thanks SpaceFlightNow and the IARU for the above information]


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ARISS SSTV Commemorative Activity

Special Slow Scan Television (SSTV) transmissions are expected to be 
made from
the International Space Station on 145.800 MHz FM around the weekend of 
July 15.

In commemoration of their 20th anniversary, the ARISS team is planning to
transmit a set of 12 SSTV images that capture the accomplishments of 
ARISS over
that time.

The ARISS SSTV Blog says:

While still to be scheduled, we anticipate the SSTV operation to occur 
around
the weekend of July 15.  We are planning for at least a 2 day operation, 
but are
working for a potential longer operation. Note that all of this 
tentative and
may change based on crew scheduling and ISS operations.

Starting with our first meeting in November 1996, our joint operations 
on Mir,
becoming the first operational payload on ISS in November 2000 to our 
1103rd
school contact (so far), ARISS? accomplishments have been tremendous. We 
have
touched the lives of many and inspired and educated countless students 
to pursue
science, technology, engineering and math careers.

Please stay tuned as more details on our SSTV event will be communicated 
in the
coming weeks.  Please spread the word.  And think about how you can get 
students
in your area involved in capturing these images.  We would love to hear 
your
stories on how that goes.

[ANS thanks Frank, KA3HDO, for the above information]


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LilacSat-1 Designated LilacSat-OSCAR 90

OSCAR Number Administrator Bill Tynan, W3XO, has announced that,
pursuant to a request submitted to the AMSAT Board of Directors, the
LilacSat-1 satellite has been assigned the designation LilacSat-OSCAR
90, or LO-90.

LilacSat-OSCAR 90 was designed and constructed by the Harbin Institute
of Technology in Harbin, China as part of the QB50 project to study
the lower thermosphere. It was carried aboard an Orbital-ATK Cygnus
cargo ship, which was launched to the International Space Station on
April 18, 2017, and deployed from the ISS on May 25, 2017.

LO-90 carries a voice transponder with a 145 MHz FM uplink and a 435
MHz digital voice downlink using the Codec2 open source voice codec as
well as a camera open for activation by amateur radio operators
worldwide.

More information about the satellite can be found
http://lilacsat.hit.edu.cn/?page_id=594. A guide for receiving the
downlink prepared by Adam Whitney, K0FFY, can be found at
http://adamwhitney.net/working-lilacsat-1/.

Since the launch of the first amateur radio satellite, OSCAR 1 in
1961, it has been traditional for amateur radio satellites to carry
the name OSCAR, for ?Orbiting Satellite Carrying Amateur Radio?.
AMSAT, which administers the numbering of OSCAR satellites at the
request of the Project OSCAR organization, encourages all
builders/owners of amateur radio satellites that meet the requirements
listed at http://www.amsat.org/?page_id=2478 to apply for an OSCAR
designation.


[ANS thanks Paul, N8HM, for the above information]


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Amateurs Recover I-Inspire-2 Satellite

I-Inspire-2 is a 20 x 10 x 10cm CubeSat built by the University of 
Sydney in
collaboration with the Australian National University and the University 
of New
South Wales (Sydney)

WIA News reports:

On board the tiny spacecraft is an experiment, part of the QB50 project,
designed to ?explore the lower thermosphere, for re-entry research and 
in-orbit
demonstration of technologies and miniaturised sensors?, as reported in 
earlier
editions of the WIA broadcast.

Its operational frequency was coordinated by IARU to be in the satellite 
segment
of the 70cm amateur band.

It was placed in orbit from the International Space Station in late May. 
The
deployment was successful; however there were no signs of life when the 
ground
stations started looking for it. The engineering group quickly tested 
various
scenarios on the engineering model only to come to the conclusion that, 
due to
the extended delay in the deployment, the satellite?s battery was likely 
to be
depleted and the satellite was trapped in an endless loop, trying to 
deploy its
antenna.

The engineering group suggested that the satellite is still listening 
albeit
with its antennas in the stowed position. This meant that the satellite 
command
receiver might have difficulty receiving any signals from ground control
stations. A set of commands were devised which, if received, would 
instruct the
satellite to wait until the battery is charged before attempting to 
deploy its
antenna. Both UNSW and ANU ground stations transmitted the recovery 
command to
the satellite; however after a week or so of no success it was decided 
that more
transmitter power was required to overcome the lack of receiver sensitivity
caused by the still stowed antenna. A request for assistance was passed 
to EME
operators around the world and many responses were received.

The greatest hope for a successful recovery was thought to be PI 9 CAM 
using
high power and a 25 m dish, normally used for radio astronomy but also 
EME. They
were scheduled to transmit on the weekend of June 10-11.

On Sunday June 11, during the morning pass, Rob VK1KW reported a strong 
signal
every 30 seconds on I-Inspire-2?s frequency. Dimitris VK1SV who is part 
of the
ANU team, verified reception from home around midnight. The following 
morning
Dimitris drove to the ANU ground station and was able to send commands 
to the
satellite for the first time since it was deployed. Many other radio 
amateurs
around the world also reported reception of the beacon. The satellite 
had come
back to life!

This is a wonderful example of successful collaboration between radio 
amateurs
and the academic community. If a frequency outside the radio amateur 
band had
been used, it is doubtful that the satellite would have been brought 
back to
life.

The crew of I-Inspire-2 wishes to thank all radio amateurs involved and is
looking forward to a successful collection of data for the scientific
experiment!

[ANS thanks WIA News and AMSAT-UK for the above information]


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SARL/AMSAT SA SDR Workshop To Be Held In August

The date for the joint SARL/AMSAT SA workshop about enhancing the SDR 
experience
has been set for Saturday 12 August 2017 at the National Amateur Radio 
Centre.
The workshop will focus on getting more fun from a VHF SDR dongle. The 
second
part of the workshop will focus on how to kick start the South African 
Radio
League monitoring of the increase in the RF noise floor level project 
using the
SDR waterfall. Both a HF and VHF dongle will be available as well as a 
memory
stick with the required SDR and some fun software.

More details will be published soon. If you are interested in attending the
workshops, please send an e-mail with your details to 
admin at amsatsa.org.za and
you will be added to a mailing list to keep you up to date with details 
of the
workshops in Gauteng and the Western Cape.

You are listening to a news bulletin of the South African Radio League. 
Take
your hand-held to work this week.

[ANS thanks SARL weekly news in English 2017-6-24 for the above 
information]


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New Zealand?s KiwiSAT Update

Yes, we?re going into space and you can be part of it!

AMSAT_ZL has reached a staging point in the development of their satellite
project, KiwiSAT. We?re ready to go, ready to get up there!

The KiwiSAT Team has produced a fine unit ready to launch. Then came a 
set-back.
Our critically important Leader of the KiwiSAT Engineering Team, Fred 
Kennedy
ZL1BYP, was struck down and driven to endure many months of medical 
procedures.
This has have left him unable to continue his important work. It?s time for
renewal.

Over time the support team has aged, drifting from their positions of 
youth and
ability. Much has been achieved but all to no avail if KiwiSAT sits on a 
shelf.
Can you help?

AMSAT-ZL is looking both to its members and to the general New Zealand 
amateur
radio population for a coordinator to join the team and lead the project 
through
this final stage. We?re making history. We?re going into space!

We need a volunteer ?Orbit Insertion Team? consisting of a Launch 
Co-ordinator
and as many assistants as he/she requires to undertake the task of 
securing a
launch for KiwiSAT. This new team will also take over Fred Kennedy?s 
leadership
responsibilities. In parallel, the established
KiwiSAT engineering team will continue their involvement, giving support 
along
the way.

Much of the new team?s work will be organisational rather than hands-on
engineering. Involved is arranging final environmental testing of KiwiSAT,
identifying and negotiating a launch, attending the launch and attending to
funding for this final phase. Basic planning is complete, we need action.
Other tasks will undoubtedly be crop up however it is envisaged that the 
current
team will ensure the preparation of KiwiSAT to full flight status is 
completed.

Offers need to be received by 30 June 2017. The AMSAT-ZL Committee will 
then
appoint a team and leader. Offers can be advised to the AMSAT-ZL 
Secretary, 894
Ponga Road, RD 4, Auckland 2584 or by Email to iana at kcbbs.gen.nz or to 
myself
tdcarrell at gmail.com. Email either of us for more details.

Financial assistance is available to enable the successful applicant to 
meet for
a briefing with Fred in Auckland, July this year.

Thank you,
Terry, ZL3QL
President AMSAT-ZL

[ANS thanks Southgate and NZART for the above information]


/EX

In addition to regular membership, AMSAT offers membership in the
President's Club. Members of the President's Club, as sustaining
donors to AMSAT Project Funds, will be eligible to receive addi-
tional benefits. Application forms are available from the AMSAT
Office.

Primary and secondary school students are eligible for membership
at one-half the standard yearly rate. Post-secondary school students
enrolled in at least half time status shall be eligible for the stu-
dent rate for a maximum of 6 post-secondary years in this status.
Contact Martha at the AMSAT Office for additional student membership
information.

73,
This week's ANS Editor,
Lee McLamb, KU4OS
ku4os at amsat dot org





From g0mrf at aol.com  Sun Jun 25 15:35:36 2017
From: g0mrf at aol.com (David G0MRF)
Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2017 11:35:36 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] AMSAT-bb Archive. Error 404
Message-ID: <15cdfe4da6a-1d0c-1347d@webprd-a79.mail.aol.com>

Hi 

Looks like the very nice website revamp has generated a page not found error on the Current AMSAT-bb Archive.


Thanks

David  G0MRF

From jfitzgerald at alum.wpi.edu  Sun Jun 25 17:03:37 2017
From: jfitzgerald at alum.wpi.edu (Joe Fitzgerald)
Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2017 13:03:37 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] AMSAT-bb Archive. Error 404
In-Reply-To: <15cdfe4da6a-1d0c-1347d@webprd-a79.mail.aol.com>
References: <15cdfe4da6a-1d0c-1347d@webprd-a79.mail.aol.com>
Message-ID: <d3c7b265-0d0a-5229-21e0-14a0b7339ede@alum.wpi.edu>

David,

Thanks for the note.   The update is a work in progress,  occasional
broken links are an unfortunate side effect.

-Joe KM1P

AMSAT IT manager.


On 6/25/2017 11:35 AM, David G0MRF via AMSAT-BB wrote:
> Hi 
>
> Looks like the very nice website revamp has generated a page not found error on the Current AMSAT-bb Archive.
>
>
> Thanks
>
> David  G0MRF
> _______________________________________________
> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed
> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA.
> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
> Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
>


From kb2m at arrl.net  Sun Jun 25 18:04:32 2017
From: kb2m at arrl.net (Jeff Griffin)
Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2017 14:04:32 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] AMSAT-bb Archive. Error 404
In-Reply-To: <15cdfe4da6a-1d0c-1347d@webprd-a79.mail.aol.com>
References: <15cdfe4da6a-1d0c-1347d@webprd-a79.mail.aol.com>
Message-ID: <01b601d2eddd$80194220$804bc660$@net>

I noticed something odd today while operating satellites for FD. I usually
get anyone who wants in the audience involved, I have someone log, I make
the contact and run the s/w and radio, I also pass the mic to anyone who
wants to make a sat contact, and another person will point the antenna. We
find a north marker and I give that person my cell phone as a antenna
pointing aid. Anyway on my cell phone running GoSatWatch an iPhone app that
there was a AO-73 pass at 9:28 EST. The pass was a nice 77 degree's. I
walked to my sat setup with the group and turned on the TS2000 and my
Laptop, and I couldn't find the pass on my laptop. To make a longer story
short after looking at all data the 9:28 on the iPhone pass was a phantom
pass. I noticed it was only 38 minutes after the last AO-73 pass. I still
can see it after doing a kep update in my phone. Anyone else see this?
Anyone know why this might happen? I've never seen it before. 

73 Jeff kb2m 



From kb2m at arrl.net  Sun Jun 25 18:06:44 2017
From: kb2m at arrl.net (Jeff Griffin)
Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2017 14:06:44 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] iPhone APP error
Message-ID: <01b701d2eddd$d02ef7a0$708ce6e0$@net>

Sry about the subject error...

I noticed something odd today while operating satellites for FD. I usually
get anyone who wants in the audience involved, I have someone log, I make
the contact and run the s/w and radio, I also pass the mic to anyone who
wants to make a sat contact, and another person will point the antenna. We
find a north marker and I give that person my cell phone as a antenna
pointing aid. Anyway on my cell phone running GoSatWatch an iPhone app that
there was a AO-73 pass at 9:28 EST. The pass was a nice 77 degree's. I
walked to my sat setup with the group and turned on the TS2000 and my
Laptop, and I couldn't find the pass on my laptop. To make a longer story
short after looking at all data the 9:28 on the iPhone pass was a phantom
pass. I noticed it was only 38 minutes after the last AO-73 pass. I still
can see it after doing a kep update in my phone. Anyone else see this?
Anyone know why this might happen? I've never seen it before. 

73 Jeff kb2m 



From tosca005 at umn.edu  Sun Jun 25 20:47:24 2017
From: tosca005 at umn.edu (John Toscano)
Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2017 15:47:24 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Water as Primary Method of Spacecraft Propulsion
In-Reply-To: <5087FF5532BE7747BA5F019210C9225301BFE40568@CWEXMB02.ccbc.ccbcmd.edu>
References: <5087FF5532BE7747BA5F019210C9225301BFE40568@CWEXMB02.ccbc.ccbcmd.edu>
Message-ID: <CABGf72rq5QURUcSNEX=u+0XztRjz4jL9tSCKcCSUgEZ5ssz9qQ@mail.gmail.com>

Thanks for the links to two articles. They were both interesting, and the
33-year-old magazine issue was also fascinating in its entirety.
Unfortunately, neither one was sufficiently detailed to allow one to build
a water-propulsion system by "following a blueprint". I wonder if the
Cornell Cube Quest Challenge (CQC) submission is in the public domain and
accessible through the Internet? That would also make for fascinating
reading.

I guess I have an ulterior motive, as I am a member of the AMSAT ASCENT
program who is struggling to make some meaningful contributions to the
Ragnarok/AMSAT entry in the CQC. Our satellite had been planning to use a
donated thruster but the donation promise was just rescinded because the
vendor found an earlier flight on which they could put their design to the
test to get flight history that would help them sell copies of the thruster
to future customers.

In case anyone is wondering why we still care, since our submission didn't
win one of the top three positions with a guaranteed launch as part of the
CQC competition, we are still hoping to get an affordable launch by other
means, and get into a HEO if not into a full lunar orbit for the CQC
competition. And if one of the top 3 CQC winners is unable to get their
satellite ready in time and we have a viable satellite ready to go, we
could still get a ride on the CQC launch. And in any case, we want to
continue to innovate for whatever satellite opportunities evolve in the
future.

John P. Toscano, W0JT/5
AMSAT-NA Life Member

On Thu, Jun 22, 2017 at 9:25 AM, Davidoff, Martin R. <MDAVIDOFF at ccbcmd.edu>
wrote:

> NASA has just awarded a launch and a construction grant to Cornell
> University for a CubeSat designed to orbit the moon.  Launch is scheduled
> for 2019.  The core spacecraft technology involves a water electrolysis
> propulsion thruster which Cornell has been working on since 2009.
>
> http://cornellsun.com/2017/06/22/nasa-to-send-cornell-
> groups-satellite-into-space/
>
> Makes me recall an article I read many years ago ...
>
> J. King, "Using Water as a Primary Method of Propulsion for Spacecraft
> Modifying Standard STS Orbits," Orbit, no. 19, Nov/Dec 1984, pp 5-8.
>
> This article is available at
> http://www.ka9q.net/AMSAT-ORBIT-19.pdf
> (Thank you Phil!)
>
> Martin Davidoff, K2UBC
> _______________________________________________
> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions
> expressed
> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
> AMSAT-NA.
> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
> Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
>

From w5rkn at w5rkn.com  Sun Jun 25 21:21:46 2017
From: w5rkn at w5rkn.com (Ronald G. Parsons)
Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2017 16:21:46 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Congratulations to AMSAT on Field Day
Message-ID: <094E172A96974BF5986CB04D5351C8FB@Ron8300PC>

I?ve operated my home satellite station each of the past few Field Day?s but 2017 out shined them all. Each pass was nearly filled with stations calling ?CQ Field Day.? It was music to my ears although cacophonous at times.

Even though I was limited by family events, I managed to log 33 Satellite Field Day contacts Saturday and a few more today when time permitted. Even AO-7 stayed up and gave me quite a few contacts on Saturday.

I think my favorite pass was on XW-2A 25 June 2017 around 0130Z. It brought that old hymn to mind with a new title ?Let?s all gather at the center.? See the following link for the waterfall spectrum.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-Jez46MB5RaQ0xHLVRGblNLMTQ/view?usp=sharing

As expected, the FM satellites were overloaded with traffic but the current crop of linear satellites more than made up for it.

Looking back at a great 2017 and forward to an even better 2018.

Congratulations AMSAT!

Ron W5RKN

From kq6ea at verizon.net  Sun Jun 25 22:09:35 2017
From: kq6ea at verizon.net (Jim Jerzycke)
Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2017 22:09:35 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Congratulations to AMSAT on Field Day
In-Reply-To: <094E172A96974BF5986CB04D5351C8FB@Ron8300PC>
References: <094E172A96974BF5986CB04D5351C8FB@Ron8300PC>
Message-ID: <fee6ec7a-9764-487a-e63c-8ebc2e995b0a@verizon.net>

That's really nice to hear! I wasn't able to do Field Day this year due 
to a death in the family, but I'm happy to hear that some of the birds 
sounded like 20 Meters on a contest weekend.


Next year I'll most likely be 1E from Colorado as we're packing up and 
getting out of SoCal in a couple of months, and I haven't looked into to 
clubs in our new QTH area.


Glad you all had a great Field Day!


73, Jim  KQ6EA


On 06/25/2017 09:21 PM, Ronald G. Parsons wrote:
> I?ve operated my home satellite station each of the past few Field Day?s but 2017 out shined them all. Each pass was nearly filled with stations calling ?CQ Field Day.? It was music to my ears although cacophonous at times.
>
> Even though I was limited by family events, I managed to log 33 Satellite Field Day contacts Saturday and a few more today when time permitted. Even AO-7 stayed up and gave me quite a few contacts on Saturday.
>
> I think my favorite pass was on XW-2A 25 June 2017 around 0130Z. It brought that old hymn to mind with a new title ?Let?s all gather at the center.? See the following link for the waterfall spectrum.
>
> https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B-Jez46MB5RaQ0xHLVRGblNLMTQ/view?usp=sharing
>
> As expected, the FM satellites were overloaded with traffic but the current crop of linear satellites more than made up for it.
>
> Looking back at a great 2017 and forward to an even better 2018.
>
> Congratulations AMSAT!
>
> Ron W5RKN
> _______________________________________________
> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed
> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA.
> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
> Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb


From afeller at ieee.org  Mon Jun 26 01:23:21 2017
From: afeller at ieee.org (Arthur Feller, W4ART)
Date: Sun, 25 Jun 2017 21:23:21 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Nocturnal sun and light pollution
Message-ID: <C719DB2D-E0AF-47FF-AA9C-724B834ECD47@ieee.org>

https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/23/science/bright-nights-nocturnal-sun-zonal-waves.html?hpw&rref=science&action=click&pgtype=Homepage&module=well-region&region=bottom-well&WT.nav=bottom-well <https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/23/science/bright-nights-nocturnal-sun-zonal-waves.html?hpw&rref=science&action=click&pgtype=Homepage&module=well-region&region=bottom-well&WT.nav=bottom-well>


To thrive in life, you need three bones:  a wish bone, a back bone, and a funny bone.
						- Reba McEntire

http://afeller.us <http://afeller.us/>





From rwmcgwier at gmail.com  Mon Jun 26 02:33:01 2017
From: rwmcgwier at gmail.com (Robert McGwier)
Date: Mon, 26 Jun 2017 02:33:01 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Water as Primary Method of Spacecraft Propulsion
In-Reply-To: <5087FF5532BE7747BA5F019210C9225301BFE40568@CWEXMB02.ccbc.ccbcmd.edu>
References: <5087FF5532BE7747BA5F019210C9225301BFE40568@CWEXMB02.ccbc.ccbcmd.edu>
Message-ID: <CA+K5gzdQ2XTzxbsGB50LjdtqFH8kwHpX3b2EgSekH9ZB-W5Gmw@mail.gmail.com>

Deep Space Industries is supplying the water propulsion thrusters for my
company.

http://he360.com

On Thu, Jun 22, 2017 at 12:17 PM Davidoff, Martin R. <MDAVIDOFF at ccbcmd.edu>
wrote:

> NASA has just awarded a launch and a construction grant to Cornell
> University for a CubeSat designed to orbit the moon.  Launch is scheduled
> for 2019.  The core spacecraft technology involves a water electrolysis
> propulsion thruster which Cornell has been working on since 2009.
>
>
> http://cornellsun.com/2017/06/22/nasa-to-send-cornell-groups-satellite-into-space/
>
> Makes me recall an article I read many years ago ...
>
> J. King, "Using Water as a Primary Method of Propulsion for Spacecraft
> Modifying Standard STS Orbits," Orbit, no. 19, Nov/Dec 1984, pp 5-8.
>
> This article is available at
> http://www.ka9q.net/AMSAT-ORBIT-19.pdf
> (Thank you Phil!)
>
> Martin Davidoff, K2UBC
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From lu3emb at hotmail.com  Sat Jun 24 17:24:56 2017
From: lu3emb at hotmail.com (Miguel Angel Baldonado)
Date: Sat, 24 Jun 2017 17:24:56 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] AMSAT-BB Digest, Vol 12, Issue 159
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Hello friends,
I have heard very strong signals in their orbits 20 and 21 of the first cubesat exerimental Chilean SUCHAI 1

https://youtu.be/AO2nrYGPTOw

https://youtu.be/gBLkyEwlaeE

73 & DXs
>From GF05
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   1. Re: ARRL Field Day (Paul Stoetzer)
   2. Re: ARRL Field Day (Jeff Griffin)
   3. Review of the Restructured Research and Analysis Programs of
      NASA's Planetary Science Division (Arthur Feller, W4ART)
   4. Re: ARRL Field Day (Mike Diehl)
   5. Re: ARRL Field Day (David H Jordan)
   6. APRS FD contacts (between satellites) (Robert Bruninga)
   7. Brazilian 4 Grid Operation (Andrew Glasbrenner)
   8. GH55-GH56-GH65-GH66 (Eduardo Erlemann)
   9. Re: ARRL Field Day (Patrick STODDARD (WD9EWK/VA7EWK))
  10. SatPC32 Error in Opening (Richard Lawn)
  11. Re: SatPC32 Error in Opening (w4upd)
  12. Re: SatPC32 Error in Opening (Jim Jerzycke)
  13. Re: FD sat contacts (Gary Mayfield)


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Message: 1
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 13:57:59 -0400
From: Paul Stoetzer <n8hm at arrl.net>
To: Jeff Griffin <kb2m at arrl.net>
Cc: AMSAT-BB <AMSAT-BB at amsat.org>
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
Message-ID:
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If you work W2RS on AO-27, AO-10, and AO-40 this weekend, you should
feel free to submit 1,000 contacts!

73,

Paul, N8HM

On Fri, Jun 23, 2017 at 1:55 PM, Jeff Griffin <kb2m at arrl.net> wrote:
> As I always interpreted the ARRL FD sat rules. Before I turn my sat log in
> to the club for FD I remove any duplicate calls. If I worked W2RS on AO-27,
> AO-10, and AO-40 I would submit only one contact....
>
> 73 Jeff kb2m
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:amsat-bb-bounces at amsat.org] On Behalf Of rsoifer1---
> via AMSAT-BB
> Sent: Friday, June 23, 2017 10:44 AM
> To: kx9x at yahoo.com; amsat-bb at amsat.org
> Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
>
>
> What Sean says, goes.  For ARRL purposes, then, all satellites are lumped
> together as one band.  Not for AMSAT FD, though.
>
>
> 73 Ray W2RS
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Sean K. <kx9x at yahoo.com>
> To: rsoifer1 <rsoifer1 at aol.com>; amsat-bb <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
> Sent: Fri, Jun 23, 2017 7:38 am
> Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
>
>
>
> Hi all-
>
>
> ARRL Field Day rules lump all satellites together as a single band:
> "Satellite."
>
>
> While you are limited to one QSO on the FM satellites, there is no limit to
> the number of QSOs you can make on transponder sats.
>
>
> Sean Kutzko Amateur Radio KX9X
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>  From: rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>  To: amsat-bb at amsat.org
>  Sent: Friday, June 23, 2017 10:21 AM
>  Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
>
>
>
>
> Jeff and Paul,
>
>
>
>
>
> The way I read ARRL FD rule 7.3.7, each satellite is a separate "band,"
> though you can make only one QSO on each FM satellite (unlimited on non-FM
> sats).  Only one 100-point bonus, though.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> Look for me from WE7GV on FO-29 and possibly AO-7.
>
>
>
>
>
> 73 Ray W2RS
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
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Message: 2
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 14:18:56 -0400
From: "Jeff Griffin" <jeff_griffin at comcast.net>
Cc: "'AMSAT-BB'" <AMSAT-BB at amsat.org>
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
Message-ID: <034701d2ec4d$2dde5c70$899b1550$@net>
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I thought some of you guys would like that one. I remember standing out in the snow with Ray at the Maine symposium in I think 2000 uploading pictures to a PACSAT....

 I'm K2BR for FD...

73 Jeff kb2m


-----Original Message-----
From: prstoetzer at gmail.com [mailto:prstoetzer at gmail.com] On Behalf Of Paul Stoetzer
Sent: Friday, June 23, 2017 1:58 PM
To: Jeff Griffin
Cc: AMSAT-BB
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day

If you work W2RS on AO-27, AO-10, and AO-40 this weekend, you should feel free to submit 1,000 contacts!

73,

Paul, N8HM

On Fri, Jun 23, 2017 at 1:55 PM, Jeff Griffin <kb2m at arrl.net> wrote:
> As I always interpreted the ARRL FD sat rules. Before I turn my sat
> log in to the club for FD I remove any duplicate calls. If I worked
> W2RS on AO-27, AO-10, and AO-40 I would submit only one contact....
>
> 73 Jeff kb2m
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:amsat-bb-bounces at amsat.org] On Behalf Of
> rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB
> Sent: Friday, June 23, 2017 10:44 AM
> To: kx9x at yahoo.com; amsat-bb at amsat.org
> Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
>
>
> What Sean says, goes.  For ARRL purposes, then, all satellites are
> lumped together as one band.  Not for AMSAT FD, though.
>
>
> 73 Ray W2RS
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Sean K. <kx9x at yahoo.com>
> To: rsoifer1 <rsoifer1 at aol.com>; amsat-bb <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
> Sent: Fri, Jun 23, 2017 7:38 am
> Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
>
>
>
> Hi all-
>
>
> ARRL Field Day rules lump all satellites together as a single band:
> "Satellite."
>
>
> While you are limited to one QSO on the FM satellites, there is no
> limit to the number of QSOs you can make on transponder sats.
>
>
> Sean Kutzko Amateur Radio KX9X
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>  From: rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>  To: amsat-bb at amsat.org
>  Sent: Friday, June 23, 2017 10:21 AM
>  Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
>
>
>
>
> Jeff and Paul,
>
>
>
>
>
> The way I read ARRL FD rule 7.3.7, each satellite is a separate "band,"
> though you can make only one QSO on each FM satellite (unlimited on
> non-FM sats).  Only one 100-point bonus, though.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> Look for me from WE7GV on FO-29 and possibly AO-7.
>
>
>
>
>
> 73 Ray W2RS
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> _______________________________________________
>
> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
>
> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
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>
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>
>
>
>
>
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Message: 3
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 14:21:49 -0400
From: "Arthur Feller, W4ART" <afeller at ieee.org>
To: AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
Subject: [amsat-bb] Review of the Restructured Research and Analysis
        Programs of NASA's Planetary Science Division
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Download Free PDF <https://www.nap.edu/download/24759>


73, art?..
W4ART  Arlington VA

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                                                - Reba McEntire

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Message: 4
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 11:22:38 -0700
From: Mike Diehl <diehl.mike.a at gmail.com>
To: Paul Stoetzer <n8hm at arrl.net>
Cc: AMSAT-BB <AMSAT-BB at amsat.org>
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
Message-ID: <BE631D32-7240-4F2F-82D4-B7C3F53F06B8 at gmail.com>
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Does this bonus apply to BY70 as well?

73,

Mike Diehl
AI6GS

> On Jun 23, 2017, at 10:57 AM, Paul Stoetzer <n8hm at arrl.net> wrote:
>
> If you work W2RS on AO-27, AO-10, and AO-40 this weekend, you should
> feel free to submit 1,000 contacts!
>
> 73,
>
> Paul, N8HM
>
>> On Fri, Jun 23, 2017 at 1:55 PM, Jeff Griffin <kb2m at arrl.net> wrote:
>> As I always interpreted the ARRL FD sat rules. Before I turn my sat log in
>> to the club for FD I remove any duplicate calls. If I worked W2RS on AO-27,
>> AO-10, and AO-40 I would submit only one contact....
>>
>> 73 Jeff kb2m
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:amsat-bb-bounces at amsat.org] On Behalf Of rsoifer1---
>> via AMSAT-BB
>> Sent: Friday, June 23, 2017 10:44 AM
>> To: kx9x at yahoo.com; amsat-bb at amsat.org
>> Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
>>
>>
>> What Sean says, goes.  For ARRL purposes, then, all satellites are lumped
>> together as one band.  Not for AMSAT FD, though.
>>
>>
>> 73 Ray W2RS
>>
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Sean K. <kx9x at yahoo.com>
>> To: rsoifer1 <rsoifer1 at aol.com>; amsat-bb <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>> Sent: Fri, Jun 23, 2017 7:38 am
>> Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
>>
>>
>>
>> Hi all-
>>
>>
>> ARRL Field Day rules lump all satellites together as a single band:
>> "Satellite."
>>
>>
>> While you are limited to one QSO on the FM satellites, there is no limit to
>> the number of QSOs you can make on transponder sats.
>>
>>
>> Sean Kutzko Amateur Radio KX9X
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> From: rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>> To: amsat-bb at amsat.org
>> Sent: Friday, June 23, 2017 10:21 AM
>> Subject: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> Jeff and Paul,
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> The way I read ARRL FD rule 7.3.7, each satellite is a separate "band,"
>> though you can make only one QSO on each FM satellite (unlimited on non-FM
>> sats).  Only one 100-point bonus, though.
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> Look for me from WE7GV on FO-29 and possibly AO-7.
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> 73 Ray W2RS
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> _______________________________________________
>>
>> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
>>
>> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions
>> expressed
>>
>> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
>> AMSAT-NA.
>>
>> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!
>>
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>>
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>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
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Message: 5
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 19:07:57 +0000
From: David H Jordan <aa4kndhj at gmail.com>
To: rsoifer1 at aol.com, amsat-bb at amsat.org
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
Message-ID:
        <CAHqrOLZabqAt_2TDyBTmFY+U0bAX_hzZ40NqdqML1-L0=3R0hg at mail.gmail.com>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"

I interpret it the same way.
Dave, AA4KN
LMARS
Winter Springs, FL

On Fri, Jun 23, 2017, 10:20 AM rsoifer1--- via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
wrote:

> Jeff and Paul,
>
>
> The way I read ARRL FD rule 7.3.7, each satellite is a separate "band,"
> though you can make only one QSO on each FM satellite (unlimited on non-FM
> sats).  Only one 100-point bonus, though.
>
>
>
> Look for me from WE7GV on FO-29 and possibly AO-7.
>
>
> 73 Ray W2RS
>
>
>
>
> _______________________________________________
> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions
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Message: 6
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 15:15:44 -0400
From: Robert Bruninga <bruninga at usna.edu>
To: amsat-bb at amsat.org
Subject: [amsat-bb] APRS FD contacts (between satellites)
Message-ID: <0e80af3b9f3d118b6e066112f6914348 at mail.gmail.com>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"

Between satellite contacts, Don?t forget APRS at Field day too.   Have fun!



Independent of scoring (APRS gets no respect at FD anyway)?  it is still a
good time to play APRS radio and make contacts.  Who cares about points
when there are so many people on the air!



Remember CQSRVR lets you call CQ everywhere in the world from your APRS
radio out in the field.  Just send a message to CQSRVR with the first two
words as CQ FD followed by your info.



Everyone else in the world who has also sent such a message is
automatically logged into the CQSRVR and will get a copy.  Once you have
sent yours, then you too will get a copy of all future such messages from
everyone else.



CQSRVR just makes the global CQ to everyone else.  To make contacts, then
you need to initiate a 1-on-1 message to any other callsign you see to make
the contact!



See details:  http://aprs.org/cqsrvr.html



You have that expensive APRS radio, USE IT!



Bob, WB4APR


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Message: 7
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 17:31:27 -0400
From: Andrew Glasbrenner <glasbrenner at mindspring.com>
To: amsat-bb at amsat.org
Subject: [amsat-bb] Brazilian 4 Grid Operation
Message-ID: <0C654F84-0191-486A-AB64-16DCCA4DC67B at mindspring.com>
Content-Type: text/plain;       charset=us-ascii

I was asked to pass this along:

Sirs, next June 23-25, PT2AP and PT2AZ will attempt to activate the GRIDs GH55 / GH56 / GH65 and GH66 simultaneously, Calling North America, South America, Europe and Africa, in Satellite operation.

It is not yet certain, because we need the authorization of the owner of the Farm, which we will only know when we get there. But at least one of these GRIDs is certain of the activation.

We probably will not have phone coverage, and we'll be "in the dark" ...

We will try to activate the SO-50 , FO-29, AO-7, AO-85 ...

Look for PT2AP-9, on APRS tracker, on the days of activation ...

Disclose to our friends ...

73 of PT2AP


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Message: 8
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 21:15:45 +0000 (UTC)
From: Eduardo Erlemann <sasb.geo at yahoo.com>
To: AMSAT BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
Subject: [amsat-bb] GH55-GH56-GH65-GH66
Message-ID: <1048562484.769495.1498252545058 at mail.yahoo.com>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8


PT2AP and PT2AZ already active from 4 GRIDs corner?GH55-GH56-GH65-GH66. They are on AO-7, FO-29, AO-85, SO-50 and XW SATs, will stay there until Sunday.
73 Ed - PY2RNGG66LW      From: Mark Lunday <wd4elg at outlook.com>
 To: AMSAT BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
 Sent: Friday, June 23, 2017 2:22 AM
 Subject: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 questions, Part 1

I have a fully registered version, but I am still limited to 12 satellites?

When I click on the "V" on the left and make it "V+" so that I can correct the uplink and downlink frequencies, I try to change the frequency using the up and down arrows under the 20, 100, 500, 1k and 5k labels.? But it only changes the downlink.? Why?

Once I can hear my downlink and I toggle the "V" back to "V-" then how do I save the corrected frequencies to Doppler.SQF

What if I want to use SatPC32 to tune around the passband and look for other stations?? What are the steps for that?

I want the Countdown window to attach to the right.? It does that on one computer, but attaches to the left on another.

I am using my FT817, and have the CAT working.? When listening to FO-29, I try to tune the VFO but it keeps putting me back on the frequency shown in SatPC32.

Another weird behavior...in CAT control mode, it keeps jumping between uplink and downlink frequencies.? How do I stop this?? Is that the special FT817 configuration I need to use?


Mark Lunday, WD4ELG
Greensboro, NC? FM06be
wd4elg at arrl.net
http://wd4elg.blogspot.com
SKCC #16439? FISTS #17972



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Message: 9
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 14:55:17 -0700
From: "Patrick STODDARD (WD9EWK/VA7EWK)" <amsat-bb at wd9ewk.net>
To: "amsat-bb at amsat.org" <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] ARRL Field Day
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?Hi Sean!

Thanks for chiming in and confirming the interpretation of satellite
contacts are lumped together as a single band under the ARRL Field
Day rules. This is how I've treated them all along. Makes for some
extra work in submitting my reports to ARRL and AMSAT, but it isn't
impossible.

If other stations call me on an FM satellite after I've made my
points-earning QSO, I will work those other stations. I won't score
the extra QSOs, but I work those calling me since I could be their
first satellite QSO for the 100-point bonus. When I submit my Field
Day reports to ARRL and AMSAT, I specifically exclude these additional
QSOs from my scores. In over a decade working satellites during Field
Day, this hasn't been an issue for either competition. Same thing when
I work stations on more than one satellite for the ARRL Field Day
scoring - log the QSOs, but they don't go into the score.

Even up at 7000-7500' around Flagstaff AZ, temperatures are probably
going to be north of 90F tomorrow. I'll be somewhere up there, hoping
to find a good spot with some shade, an opening in the forest for
working satellites, and some luck to make a few satellite QSOs (plus
some propagation on HF and 6m, too). I might even go back to somewhere
on the south rim of the Grand Canyon, if all else fails...

73!





Patrick WD9EWK/VA7EWK
http://www.wd9ewk.net/
Twitter: @WD9EWK or http://twitter.com/WD9EWK





On Fri, Jun 23, 2017 at 7:38 AM, Sean K. via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
wrote:

> Hi all-
> ARRL Field Day rules lump all satellites together as a single band:
> "Satellite."
> While you are limited to one QSO on the FM satellites, there is no limit
> to the number of QSOs you can make on transponder sats. Sean Kutzko Amateur
> Radio KX9X
>
>
>


------------------------------

Message: 10
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 18:03:10 -0400
From: Richard Lawn <rjlawn at gmail.com>
To: Amsat BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
Subject: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 Error in Opening
Message-ID:
        <CADQmrTF-CT0juqd3oHk-ejoUWGbZ-h_E_BOX3h4sSr8EE2x=Lw at mail.gmail.com>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset="UTF-8"

I made the mistake of trying to set up a different radio configuration and
in doing so I've apparently trashed a file and now the program will not
even open to allow me to fix the issue. There error message is as follows:

"Error while loading file Standard.sat
The Program will be closed."

Any suggestions? I reinstall SatPC32 but I'm operating portable away from
the home QATH and do not have my registration serial number with me!

Rick, W2JAZ


------------------------------

Message: 11
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 18:12:11 -0400
From: w4upd <w4upd at cfl.rr.com>
To: amsat-bb at amsat.org
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 Error in Opening
Message-ID: <594D923B.5020204 at cfl.rr.com>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed

I did a similar thing some weeks ago. Yo can get a copy from the SatPC
backup directory and replace the bad one. You may have to add or edit
the new stuff you want, but the file will be file and readable by SatPC.
For example, my system Windows 10 has it here:
C:\Users\GARFLD\AppData\Roaming\SatPC32_DataBackup\SatPC32


Reid, W4UPD
Amsat: 17002



On 6/23/2017 6:03 PM, Richard Lawn wrote:
> I made the mistake of trying to set up a different radio configuration and
> in doing so I've apparently trashed a file and now the program will not
> even open to allow me to fix the issue. There error message is as follows:
>
> "Error while loading file Standard.sat
> The Program will be closed."
>
> Any suggestions? I reinstall SatPC32 but I'm operating portable away from
> the home QATH and do not have my registration serial number with me!
>
> Rick, W2JAZ
> _______________________________________________
> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed
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Message: 12
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 23:12:08 +0000
From: Jim Jerzycke <kq6ea at verizon.net>
To: amsat-bb at amsat.org
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] SatPC32 Error in Opening
Message-ID: <297709a9-e7a5-de9b-f0cb-d496462b17c1 at verizon.net>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8; format=flowed

Every time I've reinstalled it or upgraded it, the registration info
automagically applied itself to the "new" program.


73, Jim  KQ6EA


On 06/23/2017 10:03 PM, Richard Lawn wrote:
> I made the mistake of trying to set up a different radio configuration and
> in doing so I've apparently trashed a file and now the program will not
> even open to allow me to fix the issue. There error message is as follows:
>
> "Error while loading file Standard.sat
> The Program will be closed."
>
> Any suggestions? I reinstall SatPC32 but I'm operating portable away from
> the home QATH and do not have my registration serial number with me!
>
> Rick, W2JAZ
> _______________________________________________
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> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed
> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA.
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Message: 13
Date: Fri, 23 Jun 2017 23:52:59 +0000 (UTC)
From: Gary Mayfield <kk0sd1 at att.net>
To: Jeff Griffin <jeff_griffin at comcast.net>, 'Paul Stoetzer'
        <n8hm at arrl.net>,         'AMSAT-BB' <AMSAT-BB at amsat.org>
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] FD sat contacts
Message-ID: <344380143.970049.1498261979975 at mail.yahoo.com>
Content-Type: text/plain; charset=UTF-8

Jeff,
? ? ? I for one agree. I don't like the single FM rule or the fact that working w1aw on FO-29 and working w1aw on AO-73 is a dupe in the ARRL rules.?? ? ??? ? ? ?I've thought put w1aw and k6kph on the FM birds with some serious punch and have them hand out contacts on the FM birds. And have them be the only contacts that count...Or drop the 100 point bonus eliminating a lot of folks without satellite experience.
? ? Don't want to start a flame war just expressing my opinion.

73,Joe kk0sd

    On Thursday, June 22, 2017 7:20 PM, Jeff Griffin <jeff_griffin at comcast.net> wrote:


 HI Paul, yes I know the rules well after 20 years. What I?m talking about is a total restructure of the sat contact thing. I would like a way to make sat operations a contest, like the rest of the bands. I?m looking for ideas?



73 Jeff kb2m







From: Paul Stoetzer [mailto:n8hm at arrl.net]
Sent: Thursday, June 22, 2017 8:03 PM
To: AMSAT-BB; Jeff Griffin
Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] FD sat contacts



They are fine, though confusing about the meaning of contacting "different satellites." Does that mean that "satellite" is a band and working a station on more than one satellite would be a dupe? I'm not sure. AMSAT rules allow you to work the same station on multiple satellites.



73,



Paul, N8HM



On Thu, Jun 22, 2017 at 19:47 Jeff Griffin <kb2m at arrl.net> wrote:

Does anyone have any comments on the current ARRL FD satellite contact
rules?



73 Jeff kb2m



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From py4zbz at yahoo.com  Mon Jun 26 13:57:09 2017
From: py4zbz at yahoo.com (Roland Zurmely)
Date: Mon, 26 Jun 2017 13:57:09 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] QB50 PL and others
References: <435444753.2645947.1498485429192.ref@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <435444753.2645947.1498485429192@mail.yahoo.com>

New sats from PSLV-C38 launch
<http://www.qsl.net/py4zbz/c38.htm>
73 de Roland PY4ZBZ

From dave at druidnetworks.com  Mon Jun 26 13:59:37 2017
From: dave at druidnetworks.com (David Swanson)
Date: Mon, 26 Jun 2017 08:59:37 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] V31CI
In-Reply-To: <CANq+eyWQGFDgG3bnuLbGRTWwGH3iu8+sJjgcDiikhCodm80=Jw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CA+-NL42JTx5uiD4DNajw=M01wZJbve=7Lo7ng-KGRd9HmHNhuQ@mail.gmail.com>
	<CANq+eyWQGFDgG3bnuLbGRTWwGH3iu8+sJjgcDiikhCodm80=Jw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <CANq+eyU9Rj=QAgP1uonSCu5Wn5LnpbJviM4TqL51C-TMrz=UXQ@mail.gmail.com>

Today will be my last day of operating from Belize. I plan on doing EK68 on
the FO29 at 1500z then EK57 on SO50 at 1818z. I will finish on tonight's
so50 and fo29 from EK67 again, then go QRT. If anyone has any final sked
requests, please let me know.

73!

Dave, KG5CCI / V31CI

On Jun 22, 2017 6:31 PM, "David Swanson" <dave at druidnetworks.com> wrote:

> Hey John, I've got the issues mostly sorted out with my equipment.. we are
> now fighting gale force winds though  (waves were 15' today, all the boats
> stayed in!) which is making operating difficult. I'll try to be on ao85 and
> fo29 this evening.
>
> Dave, KG5CCI / V31CI
>
> On Jun 21, 2017 9:39 PM, "John KI4RO" <johnki4ro at gmail.com> wrote:
>
>> Dave is having gamma match problems on 70cm...says travel is hell on the
>> equipment at times. hi hi  Hopes to be back on later today (22 June)
>>
>> 73
>> John KI4RO
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>   <https://mailtrack.io/> Sent with Mailtrack
>> <https://mailtrack.io/install?source=signature&lang=en&refer
>> ral=johnki4ro at gmail.com&idSignature=22>
>> _______________________________________________
>> Sent via AMSAT-BB at amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available
>> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership.
>> Opinions expressed
>> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
>> AMSAT-NA.
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>> Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
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>

From johnki4ro at gmail.com  Mon Jun 26 19:12:20 2017
From: johnki4ro at gmail.com (John KI4RO)
Date: Mon, 26 Jun 2017 15:12:20 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] V31CI
Message-ID: <CA+-NL43Zig6zQzrEiL9_a4t_bbrA9zchZCeMJ5tLBNNN_DHnvQ@mail.gmail.com>

Today, 26 Jun, will be David's last day on the air.  27 Jun will be a
travel day....get him while you can!

73
John KI4RO




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From ddjulian54 at yahoo.com  Tue Jun 27 01:57:05 2017
From: ddjulian54 at yahoo.com (Dave J)
Date: Mon, 26 Jun 2017 20:57:05 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] G4HUP TAP board onold FT-847
Message-ID: <5E118934E5BB4C4EADEB5C13D21F0801@DavePC>

Hello all, 

I am trying to install a G4UP tap board in my older FT-847. One issue I came
across is the instructions call for attaching the VCC line to L3102. Only
problem is my unit does not have L3102. Has anybody found a suitable point
of attachment on the older FT-847's? 

Thanks, Dave WB9YIG


From kk5do at arrl.net  Tue Jun 27 03:42:14 2017
From: kk5do at arrl.net (Bruce)
Date: Mon, 26 Jun 2017 22:42:14 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] AMSAT Field Day Summary Sheets
Message-ID: <67545f3c-6a6e-0017-537f-c7e232b58541@arrl.net>

Field Day is all over. However, you are not done. Not at least until you 
get an email from me confirming I have received your AMSAT Field Day 
Summary Sheet. Deadline is 11:59PM on Monday July 10, 2017. This is 
earlier than the ARRL submission deadline. I need the extra time to get 
the article ready and off to the journal editor so everything will 
appear in the next issue. Do not forget to send me some photos of your 
site or operators. I try to get at least one for every group into the 
journal.


This was the first field day I have been able to actually participate in 
for some 13 years as I worked on Saturday and Sunday. I took my M2 Leo 
Pack to the Texas Emergency Amateur Communications (TEAC) site in 
Kingwood, Texas and set up there. First pass of SO-50 for field day and 
I snagged a contact right after V31CI left the window. He was having a 
pretty good amount of activity at the start of the pass over the Houston 
area. I was using my Wouxun KG-UV9D HT for 70cm receive and my Icom 
2200H 2m mobile for TX.

Packed everything up and drove to the the Sam Houston Amateur Radio Klub 
(SHARK) site in Cleveland, Texas. I set everything up there and waited 
for the second pass of SO-50. This time, the armstrong rotors were not 
pointing at the right spot for a contact. Only a 22 degree pass for me, 
pretty much horizon shot and they kept wanting to point at 60 
degrees...urgh. They missed out on their satellite contact. They enjoyed 
hearing the satellite nevertheless.

Packed everything up and home I went. That was enough field day fun for 
me for one day :-). By the way, bought some nice new cables for the M2 
Leo Pack for field day.... 15 feet long. I was thinking of when I use my 
Arrow antenna and have a 4 foot long cable. Was not really thinking the 
Leo Pack are much larger antennas and 15 feet does not allow for much 
turning of the antennas. Will need to go for at least maybe 30 feet for 
next year. oops

73...bruce

-- 

Bruce Paige, KK5DO
                      
AMSAT Director Contests and Awards
AMSAT Board Member 2016-2018
   
ARRL Awards Field Checker (WAS, 5BWAS, VUCC), VE
           
Houston AMSAT Net - Wed 0100z on Echolink - Conference *AMSAT*
Also live streaming MP3 at http://www.amsatnet.com
Podcast at http://www.amsatnet.com/podcast.xml or iTunes
               
Latest satellite news on the ARRL Audio News
http://www.arrl.org

AMSAT on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/amsat


From n8hm at arrl.net  Tue Jun 27 12:31:06 2017
From: n8hm at arrl.net (Paul Stoetzer)
Date: Tue, 27 Jun 2017 08:31:06 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] AMSAT Field Day Summary Sheets
In-Reply-To: <67545f3c-6a6e-0017-537f-c7e232b58541@arrl.net>
References: <67545f3c-6a6e-0017-537f-c7e232b58541@arrl.net>
Message-ID: <CABzOSOrs7sMEbBcwj3FHrT3pfHRc+Abh2Watcja_mqXFhT9K5Q@mail.gmail.com>

Since the website is currently unavailable due to an upgrade, the
direct link to the summary sheet file is:
http://www.amsat.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/2017fd.pdf

73,

Paul, N8HM

On Mon, Jun 26, 2017 at 11:42 PM, Bruce <kk5do at arrl.net> wrote:
> Field Day is all over. However, you are not done. Not at least until you get
> an email from me confirming I have received your AMSAT Field Day Summary
> Sheet. Deadline is 11:59PM on Monday July 10, 2017. This is earlier than the
> ARRL submission deadline. I need the extra time to get the article ready and
> off to the journal editor so everything will appear in the next issue. Do
> not forget to send me some photos of your site or operators. I try to get at
> least one for every group into the journal.
>
>
> This was the first field day I have been able to actually participate in for
> some 13 years as I worked on Saturday and Sunday. I took my M2 Leo Pack to
> the Texas Emergency Amateur Communications (TEAC) site in Kingwood, Texas
> and set up there. First pass of SO-50 for field day and I snagged a contact
> right after V31CI left the window. He was having a pretty good amount of
> activity at the start of the pass over the Houston area. I was using my
> Wouxun KG-UV9D HT for 70cm receive and my Icom 2200H 2m mobile for TX.
>
> Packed everything up and drove to the the Sam Houston Amateur Radio Klub
> (SHARK) site in Cleveland, Texas. I set everything up there and waited for
> the second pass of SO-50. This time, the armstrong rotors were not pointing
> at the right spot for a contact. Only a 22 degree pass for me, pretty much
> horizon shot and they kept wanting to point at 60 degrees...urgh. They
> missed out on their satellite contact. They enjoyed hearing the satellite
> nevertheless.
>
> Packed everything up and home I went. That was enough field day fun for me
> for one day :-). By the way, bought some nice new cables for the M2 Leo Pack
> for field day.... 15 feet long. I was thinking of when I use my Arrow
> antenna and have a 4 foot long cable. Was not really thinking the Leo Pack
> are much larger antennas and 15 feet does not allow for much turning of the
> antennas. Will need to go for at least maybe 30 feet for next year. oops
>
> 73...bruce
>
> --
>
> Bruce Paige, KK5DO
>                      AMSAT Director Contests and Awards
> AMSAT Board Member 2016-2018
>   ARRL Awards Field Checker (WAS, 5BWAS, VUCC), VE
>           Houston AMSAT Net - Wed 0100z on Echolink - Conference *AMSAT*
> Also live streaming MP3 at http://www.amsatnet.com
> Podcast at http://www.amsatnet.com/podcast.xml or iTunes
>               Latest satellite news on the ARRL Audio News
> http://www.arrl.org
>
> AMSAT on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/amsat
>
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> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions
> expressed
> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of
> AMSAT-NA.
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From k8bl at ameritech.net  Tue Jun 27 14:16:34 2017
From: k8bl at ameritech.net (R.T.Liddy)
Date: Tue, 27 Jun 2017 14:16:34 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] K8BL Rover Grids - LoTW
References: <1504783527.3592481.1498572994816.ref@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <1504783527.3592481.1498572994816@mail.yahoo.com>

Gridders,

I had a problem recently with my Rover Grids getting botched-up in LoTW
when I uploaded Q's from the ARRL VHF Contest. Somehow, my Logging
Program re-sent recent SAT Rover Q's to LoTW as being on 40M!!! LoTW
re-wrote the original Q's also as being from my home Grid EN91 and folks
needing my Rover Grids lost them.


After some good advice from Bruce KK5DO and many hours of editing the
original files and reloading them to LoTW, they appear to be corrected.

If you see that there are still some that escaped correction, let me know
in an e-mail and I'll check them out.

BTW, it appeared that my Canadian Rover Grids did not get botched, only US.

Thanks for your patience & 73,    Bob K8BL

P.S. 92 Rover Grids & counting. Thinking about FN12/22 in mid-July.

From kk5do at arrl.net  Wed Jun 28 22:12:49 2017
From: kk5do at arrl.net (Bruce)
Date: Wed, 28 Jun 2017 17:12:49 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] AMSAT Online Store
Message-ID: <597e0d8c-05c9-7f7a-cfd3-42a747679b3d@arrl.net>

The AMSAT online store is once again open for business. It has been a 
long road moving all the inventory from one store to another and adding 
a few new items. Paul, N8HM, and I have been working hard at it and we 
think we have it ready for you.
Added a few minutes ago,

2017 Getting Started in Satellites
2017 Tee Shirts
2017 Polo Shirts

As the store is linked to your account, if you have not already done so, 
you need to log in and change your password. The first time, select 
forgot password and the system should (if things work right) send you an 
email with instructions to change your password. If you do not get the 
email, the problem might be that the email address we had from the old 
computer system is not your current email. If that is the case you can 
drop an email to webmaster at amsat.org and let us know what your old and 
current email address is and we can change it for you. If you just do 
not exist in the system, you can create an account.

Then you can log in and manage your own profile. You can change your 
address, add a shipping address, change your password. Then in the 
store, that is where you will purchase your membership to AMSAT. You can 
do it at your leisure and the system will automatically update your 
membership when you hit submit on the payment screen.

Several nice features are coming... we want to bring you downloadable 
items. We have not decided what they will be but you will be able to 
purchase them and download right away without waiting for one of humans 
to do something. Keep watching for more things to come.

We have to get more comfortable with all the features of the new store 
and as we do, we will add things that it is capable of doing.

73...bruce

-- 

Bruce Paige, KK5DO
                      
AMSAT Director Contests and Awards
AMSAT Board Member 2016-2018
   
ARRL Awards Field Checker (WAS, 5BWAS, VUCC), VE
           
Houston AMSAT Net - Wed 0100z on Echolink - Conference *AMSAT*
Also live streaming MP3 athttp://www.amsatnet.com  
Podcast athttp://www.amsatnet.com/podcast.xml  or iTunes
               
Latest satellite news on the ARRL Audio News
http://www.arrl.org  

AMSAT on Twitterhttp://www.twitter.com/amsat


From wmy at isac.gov.in  Thu Jun 29 06:09:28 2017
From: wmy at isac.gov.in (Mani [VU2WMY/KJ6LRS])
Date: Thu, 29 Jun 2017 11:39:28 +0530
Subject: [amsat-bb] NIUSAT Tele-metry Support
Message-ID: <20170629060938.DD762835D@lansing182.amsat.org>

Dear Friends,

Amateur Radio stations, particularly from the North & South American  
Continents are kindly requested to help us with the tele-metry  
reception support from NIUSAT.

The tele-metry reports, particularly during the 'Day Passes'  
(Descending) from around these regions would be of great value to us  
for evaluation of some critical system parameters.

As of now, NIUSAT is presumed to be as 'Object B' with NORAD # 42766  
under tle-new group.

Frequency:436.000 Mhz
Modulation: FSK
Data Rate: 1.2 kbps

Thanks in advance
  Mani [VU2WMY/KJ6LRS]
Secretary & Station Director
Upagrah Amateur Radio Club VU2URC
ISRO Satellite Centre
HAL Airport Road, Bangalore-560 017.
Phone:(Office)91-80-25082598/25082054/25082192
Mobile:? 91-9880 341 456
E-mail ID: wmy at isac.gov.in
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From dan at post.com  Thu Jun 29 08:26:15 2017
From: dan at post.com (Daniel Cussen)
Date: Thu, 29 Jun 2017 09:26:15 +0100
Subject: [amsat-bb] Nova for Windows
In-Reply-To: <012601d2f05a$b1c97ae0$155c70a0$@com>
References: <000801d2f01d$bdd95360$398bfa20$@nz4dx.com>
	<012601d2f05a$b1c97ae0$155c70a0$@com>
Message-ID: <CAF3DnKhHv-iPV-d=-JoD-Md4P1npYpn2_2po+Mp3apHGDhYwag@mail.gmail.com>

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Michael Owen <nlsa at nlsa.com>
Date: Wed, 28 Jun 2017 18:05:46 -0400


The "latest" copy of Nova for Windows is at
http://www.nlsa.com/uploads/nfw2.2c/Full/setup.exe

You should also download and install this patch for compatibility with later
(post-XP) versions of Windows...
http://www.nlsa.com/uploads/nfw2.2c/Patch/Patch.exe



Nova has not changed in several years.  I can no longer compile it or make
any changes.

Nova is now freeware.  The free license code is NLD-8554457  You are welcome
to download and run it to your heart's content.

No support, no bug fixes.



73,

W9IP

From bruninga at usna.edu  Thu Jun 29 14:07:09 2017
From: bruninga at usna.edu (Robert Bruninga)
Date: Thu, 29 Jun 2017 10:07:09 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Filing an AMSAT SPACECAP file with the FCC?
Message-ID: <580defe28434df219049e4663587710a@mail.gmail.com>

FCC just rejected our SPACECAP file because it was in version 7 and now it
must be in version 8.



The download for version 8 is 217 Megabytes and is taking nearly an hour.



Has anyone converted from version 7 to 8?



Will it go smoothly or be a disaster like everything else I try to do with
SPACECAP.

I spent 6 hours on SPACECAP (V7) yesterday just trying to fix a few fields?



Bob, WB4APR

From rs2atmink at yahoo.com  Thu Jun 29 14:23:30 2017
From: rs2atmink at yahoo.com (Robert Switzer)
Date: Thu, 29 Jun 2017 14:23:30 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] Nova for Windows
In-Reply-To: <CAF3DnKhHv-iPV-d=-JoD-Md4P1npYpn2_2po+Mp3apHGDhYwag@mail.gmail.com>
References: <000801d2f01d$bdd95360$398bfa20$@nz4dx.com>
	<012601d2f05a$b1c97ae0$155c70a0$@com>
	<CAF3DnKhHv-iPV-d=-JoD-Md4P1npYpn2_2po+Mp3apHGDhYwag@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <794473088.1392071.1498746210041@mail.yahoo.com>

will the source be made available, ie opensource?
Rob KA2CZU
 

    On Thursday, June 29, 2017 4:27 AM, Daniel Cussen <dan at post.com> wrote:
 

 ---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Michael Owen <nlsa at nlsa.com>
Date: Wed, 28 Jun 2017 18:05:46 -0400


The "latest" copy of Nova for Windows is at
http://www.nlsa.com/uploads/nfw2.2c/Full/setup.exe

You should also download and install this patch for compatibility with later
(post-XP) versions of Windows...
http://www.nlsa.com/uploads/nfw2.2c/Patch/Patch.exe



Nova has not changed in several years.? I can no longer compile it or make
any changes.

Nova is now freeware.? The free license code is NLD-8554457? You are welcome
to download and run it to your heart's content.

No support, no bug fixes.



73,

W9IP
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From lw2dtz at yahoo.com.ar  Thu Jun 29 14:28:44 2017
From: lw2dtz at yahoo.com.ar (Gustavo Carpignano)
Date: Thu, 29 Jun 2017 14:28:44 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] Filing an AMSAT SPACECAP file with the FCC?
In-Reply-To: <580defe28434df219049e4663587710a@mail.gmail.com>
References: <580defe28434df219049e4663587710a@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <1137202106.1211475.1498746524752@mail.yahoo.com>

Bob,
Wellcome to the club!You need to download the converter soft for migrate the file from V7 to V8.
Watch here:?BR-SIS
  
|  
BR-SIS
  |  |

 
Be patient.
73 Gustavo, LW2DTZ 

    El Jueves, 29 de junio, 2017 11:13:41, Robert Bruninga <bruninga at usna.edu> escribi?:
 

 FCC just rejected our SPACECAP file because it was in version 7 and now it
must be in version 8.



The download for version 8 is 217 Megabytes and is taking nearly an hour.



Has anyone converted from version 7 to 8?



Will it go smoothly or be a disaster like everything else I try to do with
SPACECAP.

I spent 6 hours on SPACECAP (V7) yesterday just trying to fix a few fields?



Bob, WB4APR
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From n0jy at amsat.org  Thu Jun 29 14:43:27 2017
From: n0jy at amsat.org (Jerry Buxton)
Date: Thu, 29 Jun 2017 09:43:27 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] Filing an AMSAT SPACECAP file with the FCC?
In-Reply-To: <580defe28434df219049e4663587710a@mail.gmail.com>
References: <580defe28434df219049e4663587710a@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <651347ec-bb67-6f61-e350-72da35cf8213@amsat.org>

I was about to make the same upgrade to redo RadFxSat-2 (Fox-1B).  Now I
think I'll take the long holiday weekend off first!

Jerry Buxton, N?JY

On 6/29/2017 09:07, Robert Bruninga wrote:
> FCC just rejected our SPACECAP file because it was in version 7 and now it
> must be in version 8.
>
>
>
> The download for version 8 is 217 Megabytes and is taking nearly an hour.
>
>
>
> Has anyone converted from version 7 to 8?
>
>
>
> Will it go smoothly or be a disaster like everything else I try to do with
> SPACECAP.
>
> I spent 6 hours on SPACECAP (V7) yesterday just trying to fix a few fields?
>
>
>
> Bob, WB4APR
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From n8hm at amsat.org  Thu Jun 29 18:45:55 2017
From: n8hm at amsat.org (Paul Stoetzer)
Date: Thu, 29 Jun 2017 14:45:55 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] AMSAT Website & Store
Message-ID: <CABzOSOrzynKxVsqPbKAue1bEr0E07NaOhfkvPkJ4H5A+=-9YLg@mail.gmail.com>

As posted last night, we are currently live with a new AMSAT website
and store. Please note that all current members as well as anyone with
a membership that expired in the last five years already has an
account on the new website. Please do not create a new account.

When logging in the first time, enter your callsign as the user name
and click "forgot password." If your email address is not on file,
please email webmaster at amsat.org to have your email address updated in
the database.

These accounts are based on the AMSAT membership database and not on
the previous AMSAT store.

If you are a new member, please use your callsign as your user name.

We have not yet worked out all the kinks with the new website, store,
and integrated membership database. Please be patient with us as we
work those out. This new system will open up a lot more opportunities
for engagement with our membership.


Thanks and 73,

Paul Stoetzer, N8HM
Secretary
Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation (AMSAT-NA)

From kq6ea at verizon.net  Fri Jun 30 00:55:56 2017
From: kq6ea at verizon.net (Jim Jerzycke)
Date: Fri, 30 Jun 2017 00:55:56 +0000
Subject: [amsat-bb] Satellite Antennas For Sale
Message-ID: <9ce0f6db-ff6c-ed6a-bf52-eca70cc6a4f9@verizon.net>

Hi, everybody


As part of our Great Colorado Move, I have a couple of satellite 
antennas for sale.


#1 is a Gulf Alpha dual-band "Easy Satellite Antenna". It has 6 elements 
on 2 Meters, and 8 elements on 70cm, linear polarized on each band. I 
used this one year at Field Day to rack up 45 contacts, so it works very 
well. Never been outside in the weather, as it was my Field Day antenna, 
so it's in excellent condition.


Asking $100, open to offers.


#2 is a KLM 40 element circular polarized 70cm antenna, with the 
polarization switch box. Again, never been outside, but has some minor 
corrosion from just being so old.


Also asking $100, open to offers.


I greatly prefer local pick up on these. I suppose I could ship the Gulf 
Alpha antenna, but I'll have to take it apart and box it.


The KLM antenna simply can't be shipped, as if I take it apart I'll 
destroy the "keepers" that hold the elements in the boom.


Antennas are located in Long Beach, CA, and I can drive a reasonable 
distance to "meet you half way" if you're interested.


Thanks, es 73


Jim  KQ6EA


From hamsat at xs4all.nl  Fri Jun 30 13:32:31 2017
From: hamsat at xs4all.nl (Nico Janssen)
Date: Fri, 30 Jun 2017 15:32:31 +0200
Subject: [amsat-bb] Several satellites identified
In-Reply-To: <2b300998-5ce8-d7df-f616-d0766c984a7e@xs4all.nl>
References: <2b300998-5ce8-d7df-f616-d0766c984a7e@xs4all.nl>
Message-ID: <006cf9b3-8d3c-e0f3-4117-9aaf26ba5328@xs4all.nl>

All,

Detailed doppler measurements result in the following identifications:

LituanicaSat is object 42768, 2017-036D
InflateSail is object 42770, 2017-036F
Max Valier Sat is object 42778, 2017-036P
VZLUsat is object 42790, 2017-036AB.

73,
Nico PA0DLO



From g.lee.barnett at gmail.com  Fri Jun 30 14:05:02 2017
From: g.lee.barnett at gmail.com (Lee Barnett)
Date: Fri, 30 Jun 2017 10:05:02 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] The Gizmo
Message-ID: <59565a8f.85c6370a.b65c7.97d3@mx.google.com>


I?m working to build a portable satellite setup. Today I read Keith Baker?s article in The AMSAT Journal (May/June 2017). Keith mentions a mount developed by Art VE3GNF. Does anyone have more details about this mount? My Google search points to the Nov/Dec 2013 AMSAT Journal which I don?t have.

TNX & 73,
Lee
AA4LB


From bruninga at usna.edu  Fri Jun 30 14:10:12 2017
From: bruninga at usna.edu (Robert Bruninga)
Date: Fri, 30 Jun 2017 10:10:12 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] Appalachian Trail Packet Event 15 July
In-Reply-To: <6b831f8148715ef0f6cd9ac7ab6bc004@mail.gmail.com>
References: <6b831f8148715ef0f6cd9ac7ab6bc004@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <6e41235fb4eebf60f59ea50ffa759264@mail.gmail.com>

AMSAT operators with D7XX radios or D72?s are needed in VA, VT, NY and NH.



We still have no volunteers for these mountain tops in 2 weeks for the 4
hour event:

* Mt Washington, New Hampshire

* Mt Equinox, Vermont

* Sam?s Point state park, New York (or Slide Mountain)

* Hawksbill, VA on BR parkway



*Subject:* Appalachian Trail Packet Event 15 July



On  Saturday, 15 July we man-up 15 mountains for four hours from Maine to
Georgia for the Annual Golden Packet attempt.



We still need operators on 4 peaks above that are FULLY familiar with APRS
operation from their APRS radios for the 4 hour event.  All you need is the
radio, power and a vertical OMNI antenna.



All of these are drive-up sites.  For more info and all kinds of details,
see:  http://aprs.org/at-golden-packet.html



This will be the 9th year to demonstrate cross-continent packet
text-messaging over 2000 miles and 14 hops using no-prior infrastructure.
This year we will operate at 9600 baud since last year it worked as well as
1200 but should allow double the message throughput.



After getting your paltry 100 points at Field Day.  Get some respect, and
come have fun with packet radio!



OR start up your own LONG-LINEAR packet test anywhere else in the country.
Pacific Coast trail?  Continental Divide Trail? Lewis&Clark Trail?



Bob, WB4APR

From m5aka at yahoo.co.uk  Fri Jun 30 14:26:07 2017
From: m5aka at yahoo.co.uk (M5AKA)
Date: Fri, 30 Jun 2017 14:26:07 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [amsat-bb] IARU Aligns Satellite Coordination Guidelines with ITU
 WRC-15 Decisions
References: <600172523.3486562.1498832767023.ref@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <600172523.3486562.1498832767023@mail.yahoo.com>

IARU Aligns Satellite Coordination Guidelines with ITU WRC-15 Decisions 
https://amsat-uk.org/2017/06/30/iaru-satellite-coordination-wrc-15/

Solar-powered UBSEDS25 around-the-world balloon with Slow Scan Digital Video launches July 1 
https://amsat-uk.org/2017/06/28/ubseds25-balloon-ssdv/

Satellites feature in syllabus consultation for UK amateur radio exams 
https://amsat-uk.org/2017/06/16/syllabus-consultation/

Book now for AMSAT-UK International Space Colloquium Milton Keynes October 14-15
https://amsat-uk.org/colloquium/


Trevor M5AKA
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From n4csitwo at bellsouth.net  Fri Jun 30 14:53:43 2017
From: n4csitwo at bellsouth.net (n4csitwo at bellsouth.net)
Date: Fri, 30 Jun 2017 10:53:43 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] ARISS News Release no. 17-08
Message-ID: <0B10F69340B04A32A4EF66E3733435AF@DHJ>

 

 

 

                                         ARISS NEWS RELEASE                     

no. 17-08

                                                                                                                                                          

June 30, 2017                                                                                                               

David Jordan, AA4KN

ARISS PR

aa4kn at amsat.org

 

Russian Satellites Tanusha 1 and 2 set for Activation

 

Two Russian satellites are planned to be activated inside the International Space Station (ISS) Russian Segment as part of a verification test from July 4-8. The satellites will eventually be deployed by hand from the ISS during a Russian space walk tentatively scheduled for August 17, 2017. The satellites Tanusha 1 and Tanusha 2, will be downlinked at 145.80 MHz. Transmissions from Tanusha 1 should begin around 18:30 UTC on July 4. Transmissions will cease on July 6 from 08:20 till 18:00 UTC to allow the satellites to be swapped out. Tanusha 2 will then be activated beginning on July 6 around 18:00 UTC and continue until July 8 at 10:30 UTC. The satellites will broadcast greeting messages in Russian, English, Spanish and Chinese. More details will be made available at https://www.swsu.ru/.

 

 

About ARISS

About ARISS: 

Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) is a cooperative venture of international amateur radio societies and the space agencies that support the International Space Station (ISS). In the United States, sponsors are the Radio Amateur Satellite Corporation (AMSAT), the American Radio Relay League (ARRL), the Center for the Advancement of Science in Space (CASIS) and  National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).  The primary goal of ARISS is to promote exploration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) topics by organizing scheduled contacts via amateur radio between crew members aboard the ISS and students in classrooms or informal education venues.  With the help of experienced amateur radio volunteers, ISS crews speak directly with large audiences in a variety of public forums.  Before and during these radio contacts, students, teachers, parents, and communities learn about space, space technologies, and amateur radio.  For more information, see www.ariss.org, www.amsat.org, and www.arrl.org.

 

For specific ARISS information, please go to:  www.ariss.org

 

Also, join us on Facebook:  Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) 

Follow us on Twitter:  ARISS_status

Contact:

David Jordan, AA4KN

ARISS PR

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From kayakfishtx at gmail.com  Fri Jun 30 16:12:15 2017
From: kayakfishtx at gmail.com (Clayton Coleman)
Date: Fri, 30 Jun 2017 11:12:15 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] W5PFG/p DM66/67 & possibly DM77 July 3-7
Message-ID: <CAPovOwcZBsUWD_XeSxfeMTo_91=BOA=qrL2uTpEOx-WV2Eu9jw@mail.gmail.com>

Next week (July 3-7) I will be on the air via satellites from DM66/67 on
wide-coverage SO-50, AO-85, and FO-29 passes. I am not planning any
specific passes and posting schedules but if I see a pass that covers North
America and fits well into my leisure schedule, I'll be on the birds.  If
you want to make a schedule on a linear transponder, email me directly and
I will try to accommodate your request. If time allows I will operate from
DM77 which has been popular in the past.

I'll try to post on Twitter as @w5pfg when I am planning a pass in advance.

73
Clayton
W5PFG

From mr.soup12 at gmail.com  Fri Jun 30 10:30:28 2017
From: mr.soup12 at gmail.com (Oliver)
Date: Fri, 30 Jun 2017 05:30:28 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] SignalinkUSB and Linux
Message-ID: <CAD+wY0uQ9aJNt5AETP6tL5-qy_Pn-cmD2V9EcE_KXXakO0AP+Q@mail.gmail.com>

I'm currently arguing with myself about buying a signalink.  Can anyone in
the mailing list confirm it works with Fedora Linux?

From jimlist at zoho.com  Fri Jun 30 20:37:58 2017
From: jimlist at zoho.com (Jim Heck G3WGM)
Date: Fri, 30 Jun 2017 21:37:58 +0100
Subject: [amsat-bb] AO73 Mode change
In-Reply-To: <39ED40E1AB4A4BC59C531C1A3F21D575@LAPTOP91ASAKDB>
References: <39ED40E1AB4A4BC59C531C1A3F21D575@LAPTOP91ASAKDB>
Message-ID: <A64C82B8458B4A06894F46E9331DA5D8@jimPC2>

Hi folks,

AO73/FUNcube is now in amateur mode for the weekend with the transponder on! 
Plan as usual is to revert to auto switching mode on Sunday PM.

Please see below for all FUNcube mission info

73s Jim G3WGM and the FUNcube team.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
FUNcube frequencies and other details
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

AO-73 FUNcube-1

The transponder is normally operational only when the satellite is in
eclipse, ie the solar panels are NOT being illuminated. During weekends
(from pm Fridays UTC to PM Sundays UTC) the transponder is operational 24/7.

When the transponder is switched off, the telemetry beacon is on full power,
when the transponder is on the beacon it is on low power. During holidays,
eg Christmas, New Year, Easter, etc, the transponder maybe activated for
extended periods. Watch AMSAT-BB for announcements which are usually made on
Friday evenings (UTC)

The nominal transponder frequencies are:

Uplink:   435.150 - 435.130 MHz LSB (Inverting)
Downlink:   145.950 - 145.970 MHz USB
Telemetry Tx: 145.935 MHz BPSK

(The passband may be up to 15kHz higher depending on on-board temps. Lower
temperatures give higher freqs!)

FUNcube-2 (aka FUNcube on UKube)

The FUNcube-2 sub-system continues to operate autonomously and, almost
continuously, in amateur mode. The transponder is operational and the
telemetry downlink is functioning with about 70mW output. The FUNcube-1
Dashboard does not correctly display the telemetry but it does correctly
decode the data and uploads it to the FUNcube Data Warehouse from where it
can be examined. Most of the real time data channels are operational and
these include battery voltages, temperatures and ADCS data coming via the
main On Board Computer (OBC).

The transponder is interrupted for a few seconds every 2 minutes when the
other transmitter sends its CW beacon and, occasionally, for a few seconds
when the main OBC reboots (approx seven times each orbit).

The nominal transponder frequencies are:
Uplink:   435.080 - 435.060 MHz LSB (Inverting)
Downlink:   145.930 - 145.950 MHz USB
Telemetry Tx: 145.915 MHz BPSK

(The passband may be up to 10kHz higher depending on on-board temps. Low
temperatures give higher freqs!)


EO79 FUNcube-3
Due to power budget constraints the transponder cannot be operational 24/7
and an orbit specific schedule has been developed. The transponder will
commence operation 27 minutes after the spacecraft enters sunlight and will
stay on for a period of 25 minutes. This schedule may be modified in future
months as a result of experience.

The nominal transponder frequencies are:
Uplink: 435.0723-435.0473 MHz LSB (Inverting)
Downlink: 145.946-145.971 MHz USB

Further detailed info on EO79 transponder frequencies is at:
https://amsat-uk.org/2016/11/10/eo79-funcube-3-transponder-commences-regular-operation/


EO88/Nayif-1/FUNcube-5

EO88 is presently operating in autonomous mode. The transponder is
operational when the satellite is in eclipse, ie the solar panels are NOT
being illuminated.
When the transponder is switched off, the telemetry beacon is on full power,
when the transponder is on the beacon it is on low power.
The transponder frequencies are:

Uplink:  435.045 ? 435.015 MHz LSB (inverting)
Downlink: 145.960-145.990 MHz USB
Telemetry  Tx: 145.940MHz

All FUNcube transponders are sponsored by AMSAT-UK and AMSAT-NL. We are very
grateful for the assistance given by Innovative Solution In Space Bv, The
Netherlands.

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From ruthwillet at att.net  Fri Jun 30 22:18:40 2017
From: ruthwillet at att.net (Ruth)
Date: Fri, 30 Jun 2017 18:18:40 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] 13 Colonies K2G on FM satellites!
Message-ID: <BCB549DC-C87B-4C28-A5F2-2E62C890545B@att.net>

Hello Satellite operators,

The 13 Colonies Special Event begins tomorrow morning at 9am EST (July 1st 1300UTC) and runs through July 6 at Midnight EST (July 7th 0400UTC)! This is fun event where stations are on the air from each of the original 13 colonies, plus two bonus stations in Philadelphia, PA and Great Britain. It is an incredibly exciting event to participate in. More information is on the event website at http://www.13colonies.net/ <http://www.13colonies.net/>

I will be operating during the event as K2G from Georgia. I have found out that valid QSOs for the event can be made through the amateur radio satellites, so I am planning to put K2G on the air through SO-50 and possibly AO-85! In the interest of time, I?ll only be looking for a signal report, state, and grid square if you wish. 

I have not figured out my entire operating schedule and it is not set in stone, but I have listed below some of the passes that I will try to be on. 

SO-50 Passes
01 Jul 2017 17:08Z
02 Jul 2017 17:33Z
04 Jul 2017 02:34Z
05 Jul 2017 15:29Z
06 Jul 2017 15:54Z

AO-85 Passes
02 Jul 2017 23:08Z
06 Jul 2017 21:29Z 

I?ll be operating from EM73, which I know is somewhat rare. Unfortunately the organizers for the state of Georgia have not uploaded the event logs to LOTW in the past, although I may enquire about it this year. They are very good at returning QSL cards for confirmation though! I will also be in EM73 periodically on the weekends for the next three months and I upload all my personal contacts to LOTW, so you can get confirmation for EM73 that way if you wish. 

Good luck! I hope I can hear some of you this week during the event on the HF bands and the FM satellites!

73,
Ruth
KM4LAO 

From cwo4mann at comcast.net  Fri Jun 30 23:43:12 2017
From: cwo4mann at comcast.net (Dave Mann)
Date: Fri, 30 Jun 2017 18:43:12 -0500
Subject: [amsat-bb] SignalinkUSB and Linux
In-Reply-To: <CAD+wY0uQ9aJNt5AETP6tL5-qy_Pn-cmD2V9EcE_KXXakO0AP+Q@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAD+wY0uQ9aJNt5AETP6tL5-qy_Pn-cmD2V9EcE_KXXakO0AP+Q@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <A6DD5FE9-C35A-4355-924F-3B87637E1E1B@comcast.net>

I've been using one for years on one of my Ubuntu workstations.  With FLDigi, it is plug and play.  With FreeDV, I had to scan the USB ports (trivial) to ID it.  Take a look at your Linux command line instructions for identification of what is plugged into which USB port.  The FLDigi workstation has been operating for years, it was originally a $10 yard sale pc that the seller said "won't work or something" ... uh huh.

FYI, Fedora and Ubuntu are in the same family of Linux flavors.

73
Dave
N4CVX 
Linux user since 1995


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> On Jun 30, 2017, at 05:30, Oliver <mr.soup12 at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> I'm currently arguing with myself about buying a signalink.  Can anyone in
> the mailing list confirm it works with Fedora Linux?
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From tucker at mcguireland.com  Fri Jun 30 23:55:08 2017
From: tucker at mcguireland.com (Tucker McGuire)
Date: Fri, 30 Jun 2017 19:55:08 -0400
Subject: [amsat-bb] 13 Colonies K2G on FM satellites!
In-Reply-To: <BCB549DC-C87B-4C28-A5F2-2E62C890545B@att.net>
References: <BCB549DC-C87B-4C28-A5F2-2E62C890545B@att.net>
Message-ID: <CA+gmQJS_9htUdzazwqYNPJaVweXBdq=rdCmheVS9Y_4RpkP9_A@mail.gmail.com>

Hi All,

I will also be active on the satellites as K2J in NC for the same 13
colonies special event. Will be on random passes throughout the week.

Cheers & 73,
Tucker
W4FS

On Fri, Jun 30, 2017 at 6:18 PM, Ruth <ruthwillet at att.net> wrote:

> Hello Satellite operators,
>
> The 13 Colonies Special Event begins tomorrow morning at 9am EST (July 1st
> 1300UTC) and runs through July 6 at Midnight EST (July 7th 0400UTC)! This
> is fun event where stations are on the air from each of the original 13
> colonies, plus two bonus stations in Philadelphia, PA and Great Britain. It
> is an incredibly exciting event to participate in. More information is on
> the event website at http://www.13colonies.net/ <
> http://www.13colonies.net/>
>
> I will be operating during the event as K2G from Georgia. I have found out
> that valid QSOs for the event can be made through the amateur radio
> satellites, so I am planning to put K2G on the air through SO-50 and
> possibly AO-85! In the interest of time, I?ll only be looking for a signal
> report, state, and grid square if you wish.
>
> I have not figured out my entire operating schedule and it is not set in
> stone, but I have listed below some of the passes that I will try to be on.
>
> SO-50 Passes
> 01 Jul 2017 17:08Z
> 02 Jul 2017 17:33Z
> 04 Jul 2017 02:34Z
> 05 Jul 2017 15:29Z
> 06 Jul 2017 15:54Z
>
> AO-85 Passes
> 02 Jul 2017 23:08Z
> 06 Jul 2017 21:29Z
>
> I?ll be operating from EM73, which I know is somewhat rare. Unfortunately
> the organizers for the state of Georgia have not uploaded the event logs to
> LOTW in the past, although I may enquire about it this year. They are very
> good at returning QSL cards for confirmation though! I will also be in EM73
> periodically on the weekends for the next three months and I upload all my
> personal contacts to LOTW, so you can get confirmation for EM73 that way if
> you wish.
>
> Good luck! I hope I can hear some of you this week during the event on the
> HF bands and the FM satellites!
>
> 73,
> Ruth
> KM4LAO
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