Well I'm doing a dry run in the backyard for field day tomorrow. I'll be on cw and SSB on the 4:38 EDT pass Monday.
On Jun 19, 2011, at 4:32 PM, "John M. Belstner" jbelstner@yahoo.com wrote:
FO-29 performs well. Its a shame I often find myself the only one on during the pass. Just me and my downlink.
As stated by others in the past, here are a few hints.
USB always on the downlink (that means LSB on the uplink for inverting transponders).
Use CW to find yourself quickly on the downlink.
When using computer control, unlock your TX and RX VFO's momentarily, listen to your downlink while adjusting your uplink. Match the pitch of the CW downlink to the pitch of your local sidetone (or adjust your uplink to where your own voice sounds natural in SSB). Lock your VFO's again and your ready to make QSO's.
John Belstner W9EN Valley Center, CA DM13le _______________________________________________ Sent via AMSAT-BB@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