Hi Tim,

The vertical is somewhat a limitation (compared to for example an arrow), signals will be a bit weaker. But: it is usable for sure! The HF wire is great: you can receive for example AO07 with it (downlink 10 meters), and that is just awesome.

Source for details: http://www.dk3wn.info/satellites.shtml All satellites, frequencies, etc.

Source for status: http://www.dk3wn.info/p/?page_id=29535 That is a one page overview of all satellites. The best there is.

Reports on Cubesats (and a bit more): http://www.dk3wn.info/p/ Why Cubesats: there are a lot, you can use them to test your system.

Reports on amateur satellites: http://www.amsat.org/status/

When ISS is back with packet, you should be able to hear that on your vertical for sure. See here for status: http://issfanclub.com/

Let us know what you can hear and what not, the group will help you.

Welcome & enjoy ! Henk, PA3GUO

HI Folks;

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL!!!!

Reading the thread on receiving the weather satellites has sparked a bit in me. I would like to be able to capture the telemetry and beacons from amateur satellites -- Ive got a 2m/440 vertical and an HF wire. An Icom 706mk IIG and a computer running kubuntu linux. Any input or suggestions would be most appreciated

Thanks

TIM W8TAH