The "open squelch" is a normal feature of the B side repeater but I do have to say that it wasn't that strong and had deep fades for me as well. I haven't operated on the sats in awhile so I might just be rusty.
73 de Pat --- KA9SCF. Amsat 35741
On 10/17/06, Erik Jacobsen [email protected] wrote:
Getting ready for JOTA, I just gave the QRP Mode a try. The satellite was difficult to copy on a 66.3 degree pass. Using my arrow antenna I had to compensate for deep fades. Plus, the squelch was open. Anyone else having the same experience?
Thanks & 73
Erik Jacobsen, KB9BNY & W9W on 10/20-10/21. _______________________________________________ Sent via [email protected]. 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