An inexpensive solution is the FD ST1 kit. See my mini-review here in the archives and also
http://www.foxdelta.com/products/st1.htm
It uses the EasyComm interface.
Ron W5RKN
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Date: Thu, 11 Sep 2008 20:03:53 -0400 From: Sebastian w4as@bellsouth.net Subject: [amsat-bb] Yaesu G-5400B computer control To: AMSAT BB amsat-bb@amsat.org Message-ID: 7E82BF3F-9A8A-445D-8BF9-CCBAAF5CB5C0@bellsouth.net Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII; format=flowed; delsp=yes
What do I need to connect my G-5400B to my computer in order to automate satellite antenna tracking?
I'm current using Ham Radio Deluxe. I've heard of the LVB tracker, and the GS-232 but I wonder if there is a cheaper or easier solution, being that the software program now does a lot of the functions (or so I believe it does).
73 de W4AS Sebastian
That appears to be the consensus. Now is that GS-232 compatible? Or does it only work with certain programs? Perhaps those questions are already answered in your review, I'll look for it. I use HRD, and am trying out SATPC32.
Thanks for everyone's suggestions. Now if only I could find a really accurate way of initially pointing my antennas, but that's another matter. Sometimes the program will tell me to point it at say 310 degrees, but I might find I have a better signal at 300, or perhaps 320.
73 de W4AS Sebastian
On Sep 12, 2008, at 1:21 PM, Ronald G. Parsons wrote:
An inexpensive solution is the FD ST1 kit. See my mini-review here in the archives and also
http://www.foxdelta.com/products/st1.htm
It uses the EasyComm interface.
Ron W5RKN
Date: Thu, 11 Sep 2008 20:03:53 -0400 From: Sebastian w4as@bellsouth.net Subject: [amsat-bb] Yaesu G-5400B computer control To: AMSAT BB amsat-bb@amsat.org Message-ID: 7E82BF3F-9A8A-445D-8BF9-CCBAAF5CB5C0@bellsouth.net Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII; format=flowed; delsp=yes
What do I need to connect my G-5400B to my computer in order to automate satellite antenna tracking?
I'm current using Ham Radio Deluxe. I've heard of the LVB tracker, and the GS-232 but I wonder if there is a cheaper or easier solution, being that the software program now does a lot of the functions (or so I believe it does).
73 de W4AS Sebastian _______________________________________________
Hi,
HRD's SatTrack will support the GS0232 for AZ/EL this next week sometime.
Simon Brown, HB9DRV www.ham-radio-deluxe.com
----- Original Message ----- From: "Sebastian" w4as@bellsouth.net
That appears to be the consensus. Now is that GS-232 compatible? Or does it only work with certain programs? Perhaps those questions are already answered in your review, I'll look for it. I use HRD, and am trying out SATPC32.
Just when I thought I had made my mind up!
So guys, what is the most popular interface that emulates a GS-232 for my G-5400B? Will the Foxdelta that many have recommended emulate the GS-232? Or would it be the FODTRACK?
Sorry to keep asking the same question again, but I just want to make sure I get the correct interface, perhaps that isn't even an issue if the settings will be able to change in HRD ------ Simon help me!
73 de W4AS Sebastian
On Sep 13, 2008, at 1:02 AM, Simon (HB9DRV) wrote:
Hi,
HRD's SatTrack will support the GS0232 for AZ/EL this next week sometime.
Simon Brown, HB9DRV www.ham-radio-deluxe.com
----- Original Message ----- From: "Sebastian" w4as@bellsouth.net
That appears to be the consensus. Now is that GS-232 compatible? Or does it only work with certain programs? Perhaps those questions are already answered in your review, I'll look for it. I use HRD, and am trying out SATPC32.
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