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Satellite advice (beehaw.org)

submitted 1 year ago by I_am_10_squirrels@beehaw.org to c/hamradio@lemmy.ml

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I'm going to try building a couple of pvc/measuring tape Yagis, one for 2m and one for 70cm. I have a basic understanding that the satellite (going to try ISS voice first) will be at a certain compass direction and angle above horizon. I think my main question is the beacon. I tune to the beacon signal and start hunting for the satellite, what am I listening for? Any particular Homer advice?

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[–] VE3MAL@lemmy.radio 3 points 1 year ago

You can check what the current state of the radios on the ISS are here: https://www.ariss.org/current-status-of-iss-stations.html

Packet will make a "braaap"? sound. (Idk, it sounds like that too me), and voice modes, you will likely hear people calling. Nearly every pass people are trying to get in. Remember to adjust frequency for doppler, and open your squelch because the signals will start out weak. More info here: https://amsat-uk.org/beginners/how-to-hear-the-iss/