March 2008 - AMSAT-BB - mailman.amsat.org

Re: More AO-7 log.
by Bill Dzurilla 04 Mar '08

04 Mar '08

Sorry, I found the "If you have a contact" line, it's on the Log page but not on the Log Entry page. --- Bill Dzurilla <billdz.geo(a)yahoo.com> wrote: > Alan, > > >>Or, folks could just use common sense and read the > second sentence at the > top of the log - "IF YOU HAVE A CONTACT TO > REPORT...." > Oh, we already > tried that and it didn't work... > > Are we talking about the log at > http://www.planetemily.com/ao7/logentry.php ? I do > not see the "If you have a contact to report" > sentence. On my screen, it says, "Use this form to > report contact with and information about AO-7. It > will be stored in our database and provided to the > control operators of AO-7. This information will not > be used for any other purpose other than to provide > information about AO-7." The "information about" > line > implies that more than just QSO info is welcome. > > For the benefit of those not subscribed to this > list, > I suggest adding the correct instructions directly > on > the Log Entry page, something like "Do not enter CQ > or > anything else in the QSOs box unless you have > actually > completed a two-way QSO." > > Or are you saying not to make an entry at all unless > a > contact is completed? I have been entering any time > I > could hear my downlink, even if no one answered my > CQ, > based on the "even if it was to yourself" statement > on > the web page. > > I had been entering CQ until I saw this thread, so > your posts were not totally in vain. > > 73, Bill NZ5N > > > > > > ____________________________________________________________________________________ > Looking for last minute shopping deals? > Find them fast with Yahoo! Search. > http://tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/category.php?category=shopping > ____________________________________________________________________________________ Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now. http://mobile.yahoo.com/;_ylt=Ahu06i62sR8HDtDypao8Wcj9tAcJ

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FT-847 serial Comm - serial # ???
by Rod Adkins 04 Mar '08

04 Mar '08

Early FT-847 had a bug which prevented serial comms (I understand) I am in the market for one to be used for satellite access, & I wish to use PC control of tuning to avoid/minimise doppler Anyone know the serial # after which all is well???? Rod Adkins WI6M nr San Diego 17917 Lyons Valley Road Jamul, CA 91935

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Re: Efficient Planning of the FT-847 Memory Registers
by Gary Schuchardt 04 Mar '08

04 Mar '08

Kevin, Thank you very much. As a newbee, my question ignored the fact that I already had the SatPC32, Nova and CAT that I purchased. I was complicating the whole process by trying to use the rig's memory registers. The programs already have the capability to track the operational satellite frequencies. Basically, they are scanning a group of frequencies. I have identified what I understand to be the most active (operational) satellites to track using Nova instead of the rig's memory registers. Oscar 59, 56, 52, 51, 50, 32, 27 16, 7, ARISS and Radio-Sputnik 15 are on my list and programmed into NOVA. I am checking to insure that the uplink / downlink frequencies for the different modes are correctly configured into the program. As I understand, these satellites have either operational or semi-operational communication capabilities. Thank you very much for the response and information. Gary N0EZH -------Original Message------- From: Kevin J. Smith Date: 3/2/2008 7:18:04 PM To: 'Gary Schuchardt' Subject: RE: [amsat-bb] Efficient Planning of the FT-847 Memory Registers Gary, I have a station that is very similar to yours except that I use a different rotor controller and SatPC32. I used to program the satellite memory registers but after using SatPC32 I found little use for them. I think you will find the same thing with using Nova. The program stores all the pertinent information for each satellite and when you choose a particular satellite on the computer, your radio is automatically set up by the computer for that satellite. The program does not need your satellite memory registers or care that you have them programmed. Also I found little need to scan my satellite memory registers because the satellite program tells you what satellites are coming and when. SatPC32 and I am sure Nova will also, alert you when a satellite is coming into view. You may have other ideas about programming your memories that I am not aware of. Good luck and I hope to have a QSO with you soon. Kevin/N3HKQ -----Original Message----- From: amsat-bb-bounces(a)amsat.org [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Gary Schuchardt Sent: Sunday, March 02, 2008 4:32 PM To: AMSAT-BB(a)amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] Efficient Planning of the FT-847 Memory Registers Hi I am new at satellite communications. I have the Yaesu FT-847 rig, the G-5500 EL/AZ rotator and the EA4TX RCI-SE rotator controller interface and NOVA tracking program. I am using the MixW logging program. My antennas are mostly M2 for satellite communications, including the 436CP30 and 2MCP14 beams, and eggbeaters. The G-5500 EL/AZ has been arranged to also turn the MQ-36SR HF six band beam in the same direction as the M2 beams. It works great. I am sure that there are several AMSAT members that have similar equipment and especially using the FT-847 rig. The rig has 78 general purpose memory channels and 12 satellite memory registers. Am I correct in stating that the rig's general purpose channels are not really good for satellite purposes and that I am limited to the 12 satellite memory registers? Scanning could be very helpful too. I am looking for the best way to program satellite frequencies into the rig for efficient and effective use of it's capabilities. If you have a listing showing how you arranged the frequencies, I would appreciate your sharing this information with me. There must be some time saving involved in preplanning the satellites into the rig. Thank you. Gary N0EZH Chesapeake VA USA _______________________________________________ Sent via AMSAT-BB(a)amsat.org. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb

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FS: Kenwood TS-2000X
by Mike Murphree 04 Mar '08

04 Mar '08

Due to homeowners restrictions and heavy work load conspiring to keep me off the air, I am selling a mint condition TS-2000X. I have all of the original manuals, boxes, etc. Transceiver has only been used a few times since purchased new in 2001. Non-smoking home, no known radio faults (no driver issues), etc I am asking $1600 and shipping (not to exceed $35) in the continental US. Will include the Kenwood ARCP software. Please reply direct. Thanks, Mike W4LNA EM64PS

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Efficient Planning of the FT-847 Memory Registers
by Gary Schuchardt 04 Mar '08

04 Mar '08

Hi I am new at satellite communications. I have the Yaesu FT-847 rig, the G-5500 EL/AZ rotator and the EA4TX RCI-SE rotator controller interface and NOVA tracking program. I am using the MixW logging program. My antennas are mostly M2 for satellite communications, including the 436CP30 and 2MCP14 beams, and eggbeaters. The G-5500 EL/AZ has been arranged to also turn the MQ-36SR HF six band beam in the same direction as the M2 beams. It works great. I am sure that there are several AMSAT members that have similar equipment and especially using the FT-847 rig. The rig has 78 general purpose memory channels and 12 satellite memory registers. Am I correct in stating that the rig's general purpose channels are not really good for satellite purposes and that I am limited to the 12 satellite memory registers? Scanning could be very helpful too. I am looking for the best way to program satellite frequencies into the rig for efficient and effective use of it's capabilities. If you have a listing showing how you arranged the frequencies, I would appreciate your sharing this information with me. There must be some time saving involved in preplanning the satellites into the rig. Thank you. Gary N0EZH Chesapeake VA USA

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satellite award question
by Dr. Jay Garlitz 04 Mar '08

04 Mar '08

I remember hearing about a non-AMSAT satellite award that was for working five stations on five satellites. I am looking for more information.please contact me off list at drjay(a)gatordental.com 73, Jay, AA4FL

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AO 16
by Ronald A. Stunden 04 Mar '08

04 Mar '08

Is the beacon on 2401.143 in operation.? Or is the bird dead. Also heard LU Sat on 435.110? Thanks YC

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AO51 college nights march 4th and March 27th
by Dr. Jay Garlitz 04 Mar '08

04 Mar '08

Per the AO51 schedule for March a second V/U repeater (Uplink: 145.880 MHz FM, NO PL Tone Downlink: 435.150 MHz FM) will be active at various times during the month. College Club and personal student stations have planned college nights from 23:30 UTC to 04:00 UTC and will be active on this AO51 repeater March 4th and March 27th. Make sure to spread the word to any college students or club members that you might know. We hope all AO51 users will come on to the repeater and work the college stations. If you are a college alumnus please add your school and year to your report/exchange (i.e. University of Florida, 1978 in my case). The repeater will be less busy than unusual and there should be ample time to exchange this extra information. The Entry line needed to append your SatPC32 doppler.sqf file is: AO-51,435150,145880,FM,FM,Nor,0,0,Voice V/U Also look for college stations to be on SO50, AO7, VO52, and GO32 on those same evenings. I look forward to seeing you on the birds meeting the students. Your involvement and mentorship is appreciated. Yours in assisting the next generation of leaders in Amateur Radio and AMSAT 73, Dr. Jay Garlitz, AA4FL Faculty Advisor, Gator Amateur Radio Club at UF, club station W4DFU www.gatorradio.org <http://www.gatorradio.org/> jgarlitz(a)ufl.edu

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Cochise Amateur Radio Association Demonstration
by K7WIN - Jeff 03 Mar '08

03 Mar '08

The Cochise Amateur Radio Association (CARA http://www.k7rdg.org/) Sierra Vista, AZ, will be conducting a satellite demonstration this evening (MAR 04, 2008) during the 02:27 to 02:41 UTC pass of AO-51. Stations operating will be K7WJS and K7WIN and will be QRV on both active AO-51 repeaters. On the 145.880/435.150 repeater we will yield to the university stations and will attempt contacting other stations if repeater is not too congested. 73 to all, Jeff - K7WIN

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To Order
by Martha 03 Mar '08

03 Mar '08

Just a reminder that if you want to place an order, you can send me an email (martha(a)amsat.org) with a daytime phone number. I will return your call and take your order. That is called customer service! -- 73- Martha, AMSAT Manager

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