Also wondering if anyone can help with logging an APRS ISS contact via LOTW.

Is the mode still FM? Is there a way to indicate it was an APRS contact?

Thanks again!

73 Erik K2ERK - FN20

On Mar 30, 2024, at 18:35, Erik Eitel via AMSAT-BB amsat-bb@amsat.org wrote:

I’m pretty sure I made my first APRS via ISS contact today, which is fairly exciting for me….

I’m using a Yaesu FTM-400 connected to my M2 LEO pack.

A few questions for those that are more familiar: I sent CQ SAT FN20 as my message, is this appropriate or is there a bette format?

I expected to receive an automated reply from RS0ISS, but I did not. Any idea as to why not?

I received a direct message from another operator, to which I replied. His was the only message that I decoded although I heard many other transmissions. Any idea why I only decoded one?

I went to aprs.net http://aprs.net/ and I see all of the messages there, including mine.

Wondering if there are any resources for learning about this more, especially using the FTM400 APRS and satellite.

Thanks for the help!

73 Erik K2ERK - FN20

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