If I remember correctly, ATV downlink is one of the proposed uses of the S-band link on the new Columbus module to be installed tomorrow. I wouldn't expect it to be in constant use, though, since the astronauts deserve some privacy.

One of the hidden benefits of supporting this effort financially is the added thrill of seeing the equipment in space. I only gave a small two-figure amount, but, man, it's as if they're installing MY antennas up there :-)

73, Bruce VE9QRP

On Feb 9, 2008 6:37 PM, Mr Jeffrey L Ross radiooperator@comcast.net wrote:

Folks,ref: Now that the D700 has been tested for 5+ days in Cross

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Band repater, its time to find a laptop and start running some Slow Scan TV from ISS again.

this is what we need, really send us some pics via iss,data format, get it with it amsat. 1 data sat please. :-) kc8gkf

p.s. wish list lets see its year 2008!