We can get it up and going. Let me know when you are available and I will setup a zoom call.
Thanks Eric
Eric Howell? erhowell@...
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-------- Original message -------- From: Dave Moss <davemoss@...> Date: 6/12/24 10:05 PM (GMT-05:00) Subject: Re: [N4N-Field-Day] Winlink Messages
Thanks Joe.? Were the “exchanged winlink messages” done with packet, or with VARA? ? I’m trying to install VARA FM and VARA HF, but during the install some Windows file it tries to download “isn’t available” wherever it tries to get it from.? (Typical crap I see whenever I try something new with a computer ?) ? Eric is using yet another software modem thing.? I may give it a try, but it’s not looking like I’ll have it sorted out by FD.? ? Dave UW ? ? I pinged a few 2M packet stations, these are my results using 50 W to an attic-mounted vertical: - Exchanged winlink messages via N7GRB-10 (15 miles away), digipeating thru WX4NET-6 (15.7 mi.)? could not connect directly to N7GRB.? 145.590 MHz.
- Exchanged winlink messages via AB4NX-10 (22 miles away, Stone Mt.)? 145.530 MHz.
- Went down the packet winlink contact list, could not raise any of these stations: N4ELC-10 (10 mi.); W4KIB-10 (15 mi.); WD5EMA-10 (18 mi.)
After you see if this information helps you, give me a call.? I would think we can add VaraFM without too much difficulty to your TS-2000.? The question is, can we go directly to your sound card and bypass the TNC?? If your Packet TNC is all software (like mine is), will be no problem. On Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 10:28:21 AM EDT, Eric Howell <erhowell@...> wrote: Dave, I will be working on Winlink as well to get ready for FD. Haven’t made a connection from Richmond yet but will be working on it. ? Eric Howell Everyone is entitled to their own opinions. But they are not entitled to their own facts. ? Hi Dave, I successfully send and receive Winlink messages every week.? A half dozen or so NF ARES folks do this as well. First of all, I typically use a mode called VaraFM on 2 M, or VaraHF on HF.? The last time I used the Packet Racket was maybe three months ago.? Later on this afternoon I will try and locate some functioning Packet stations, which I think is the mode your TS-2000 is hard wired for.? (I’m tied up until this afternoon.)? By the way, the status in the Winlink app is all manually self-reported, so you know what that means. I will need to check my log to dig up Digipeater info, but off the top of my head, the one I have used is in Gwinnett County.? I’m not aware of a listing. My station consists of VaraFM software, or Packet software, decoded by an outboard sound card connected to and from my 2 M FM rig.? On HF, it is VaraHF software working through the built-in sound card on my K3. There is other functional HF software, however this too is seldom used.? Vara is available in a free version that works just fine, or a purchased version that provides significant speed and functional improvements. More later! 73, Joe? AJ2Y =?? =?? =?? =?? = On Monday, June 10, 2024 at 10:53:38 PM EDT, Dave Moss <davemoss@...> wrote: Anyone in the group familiar with Winlink?? I have the software running, and all seems to be working OK, but I’m not hearing/connecting with any stations. WInlink has an option to download an update to Winlink nodes (call, frequency, location, beam heading, distance from me).? I have updated the node list in Winlink, and I tried all within 30 miles of me but I get no response.? I’ve been unable to find a list of digipeaters/nodes in the Atlanta area other than what populates the table in WINLINK.? Seems odd that all/almost all of the nodes would not be working.? One is supposedly 3 miles from me, but nothing heard.? Any help greatly appreciated. Dave UW
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Thanks Joe.? Were the “exchanged winlink messages” done with packet, or with VARA? ? I’m trying to install VARA FM and VARA HF, but during the install some Windows file it tries to download “isn’t available” wherever it tries to get it from.? (Typical crap I see whenever I try something new with a computer ?) ? Eric is using yet another software modem thing.? I may give it a try, but it’s not looking like I’ll have it sorted out by FD.? ? Dave UW ?
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From: [email protected] < [email protected]> On Behalf Of Joe Schippert via groups.io Sent: Wednesday, June 12, 2024 1:01 PM To: [email protected]Subject: Re: [N4N-Field-Day] Winlink Messages ? I pinged a few 2M packet stations, these are my results using 50 W to an attic-mounted vertical: - Exchanged winlink messages via N7GRB-10 (15 miles away), digipeating thru WX4NET-6 (15.7 mi.)? could not connect directly to N7GRB.? 145.590 MHz.
- Exchanged winlink messages via AB4NX-10 (22 miles away, Stone Mt.)? 145.530 MHz.
- Went down the packet winlink contact list, could not raise any of these stations: N4ELC-10 (10 mi.); W4KIB-10 (15 mi.); WD5EMA-10 (18 mi.)
After you see if this information helps you, give me a call.? I would think we can add VaraFM without too much difficulty to your TS-2000.? The question is, can we go directly to your sound card and bypass the TNC?? If your Packet TNC is all software (like mine is), will be no problem. On Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 10:28:21 AM EDT, Eric Howell <erhowell@...> wrote: Dave, I will be working on Winlink as well to get ready for FD. Haven’t made a connection from Richmond yet but will be working on it. ? Eric Howell Everyone is entitled to their own opinions. But they are not entitled to their own facts. ? Hi Dave, I successfully send and receive Winlink messages every week.? A half dozen or so NF ARES folks do this as well. First of all, I typically use a mode called VaraFM on 2 M, or VaraHF on HF.? The last time I used the Packet Racket was maybe three months ago.? Later on this afternoon I will try and locate some functioning Packet stations, which I think is the mode your TS-2000 is hard wired for.? (I’m tied up until this afternoon.)? By the way, the status in the Winlink app is all manually self-reported, so you know what that means. I will need to check my log to dig up Digipeater info, but off the top of my head, the one I have used is in Gwinnett County.? I’m not aware of a listing. My station consists of VaraFM software, or Packet software, decoded by an outboard sound card connected to and from my 2 M FM rig.? On HF, it is VaraHF software working through the built-in sound card on my K3. There is other functional HF software, however this too is seldom used.? Vara is available in a free version that works just fine, or a purchased version that provides significant speed and functional improvements. More later! 73, Joe? AJ2Y =?? =?? =?? =?? = On Monday, June 10, 2024 at 10:53:38 PM EDT, Dave Moss <davemoss@...> wrote: Anyone in the group familiar with Winlink?? I have the software running, and all seems to be working OK, but I’m not hearing/connecting with any stations. WInlink has an option to download an update to Winlink nodes (call, frequency, location, beam heading, distance from me).? I have updated the node list in Winlink, and I tried all within 30 miles of me but I get no response.? I’ve been unable to find a list of digipeaters/nodes in the Atlanta area other than what populates the table in WINLINK.? Seems odd that all/almost all of the nodes would not be working.? One is supposedly 3 miles from me, but nothing heard.? Any help greatly appreciated. Dave UW
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Gents, We can start Saturday at 0930 if that works for everybody.? I am rather flexible, so any time Saturday works for me.? But the morning hours will be a bit more comfortable.? Looks like temps headed to mid-90s Saturday. ? If it’s too hot, we can move to the kitchen. ? As Eddie mentioned, the key things to bring are the radios and the computers, and whatever cables are needed to interface them.? If you have a small dummy load, that will be useful for testing radio keying from the computer to make certain all is in fact working well.? (I have one we can share, if you can bring one it may speed things up a bit.? ) ? IF we carefully follow the process Eddie has on his crib sheet, within a few hours we should have all the computers seeing each other on the network, sharing logs, CW keying set up on the TS-590, and WSJT-X playing nicely and sharing rig control with N1MM.? ? We’ll knock off for an hour or two for lunch at Suburban Tap at 1130.? We can go as long as needed, but we may be done before lunch.? ? Bring your swim suit and towel if you want to cool off in the pool too.? ? Dave UW ? ? ?
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From: [email protected] < [email protected]> On Behalf Of Edmund Thompson Sent: Wednesday, June 12, 2024 9:10 PM To: [email protected]Subject: Re: [N4N-Field-Day] computer Saturdayh ? I think Dave said we will start at 930am on Saturdsy but will need him to confirm? Bring your radio, a USB (or other) cat control cable, and the laptop you plan to use with the radio.? We'll need to reconfigure all laptops with N1MM configured for the contest and make sure they play well with the radios and Dave's WiFi (so we can network all the laptops for the contest). We'll also need to configure WSJT-X with N1MM for anyone wanting to use digital modes during the contest. Eddie, AE4TQ? ? On Wed, Jun 12, 2024 at 16:47, Jeff Otterson n1kdo What time for computer setup on Saturday, Dave? What do I need to bring with me? ? On Wed, Jun 12, 2024 at 1:00?PM Joe Schippert via <joe_schippert=[email protected]> wrote: I pinged a few 2M packet stations, these are my results using 50 W to an attic-mounted vertical: - Exchanged winlink messages via N7GRB-10 (15 miles away), digipeating thru WX4NET-6 (15.7 mi.)? could not connect directly to N7GRB.? 145.590 MHz.
- Exchanged winlink messages via AB4NX-10 (22 miles away, Stone Mt.)? 145.530 MHz.
- Went down the packet winlink contact list, could not raise any of these stations: N4ELC-10 (10 mi.); W4KIB-10 (15 mi.); WD5EMA-10 (18 mi.)
After you see if this information helps you, give me a call.? I would think we can add VaraFM without too much difficulty to your TS-2000.? The question is, can we go directly to your sound card and bypass the TNC?? If your Packet TNC is all software (like mine is), will be no problem. On Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 10:28:21 AM EDT, Eric Howell <erhowell@...> wrote: Dave, I will be working on Winlink as well to get ready for FD. Haven’t made a connection from Richmond yet but will be working on it. ? Eric Howell Everyone is entitled to their own opinions. But they are not entitled to their own facts.
On Jun 11, 2024, at 9:26?AM, Joe Schippert via <joe_schippert=[email protected]> wrote:
? Hi Dave, I successfully send and receive Winlink messages every week.? A half dozen or so NF ARES folks do this as well. First of all, I typically use a mode called VaraFM on 2 M, or VaraHF on HF.? The last time I used the Packet Racket was maybe three months ago.? Later on this afternoon I will try and locate some functioning Packet stations, which I think is the mode your TS-2000 is hard wired for.? (I’m tied up until this afternoon.)? By the way, the status in the Winlink app is all manually self-reported, so you know what that means. I will need to check my log to dig up Digipeater info, but off the top of my head, the one I have used is in Gwinnett County.? I’m not aware of a listing. My station consists of VaraFM software, or Packet software, decoded by an outboard sound card connected to and from my 2 M FM rig.? On HF, it is VaraHF software working through the built-in sound card on my K3. There is other functional HF software, however this too is seldom used.? Vara is available in a free version that works just fine, or a purchased version that provides significant speed and functional improvements. More later! 73, Joe? AJ2Y =?? =?? =?? =?? = On Monday, June 10, 2024 at 10:53:38 PM EDT, Dave Moss <davemoss@...> wrote: Anyone in the group familiar with Winlink?? I have the software running, and all seems to be working OK, but I’m not hearing/connecting with any stations. WInlink has an option to download an update to Winlink nodes (call, frequency, location, beam heading, distance from me).? I have updated the node list in Winlink, and I tried all within 30 miles of me but I get no response.? I’ve been unable to find a list of digipeaters/nodes in the Atlanta area other than what populates the table in WINLINK.? Seems odd that all/almost all of the nodes would not be working.? One is supposedly 3 miles from me, but nothing heard.? Any help greatly appreciated. Dave UW
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I think Dave said we will start at 930am on Saturdsy but will need him to confirm?
Bring your radio, a USB (or other) cat control cable, and the laptop you plan to use with the radio.?
We'll need to reconfigure all laptops with N1MM configured for the contest and make sure they play well with the radios and Dave's WiFi (so we can network all the laptops for the contest). We'll also need to configure WSJT-X with N1MM for anyone wanting to use digital modes during the contest.
On Wed, Jun 12, 2024 at 16:47, Jeff Otterson n1kdo <jeffrey@...> wrote: What time for computer setup on Saturday, Dave?
What do I need to bring with me?
Jeff n1kdo On Wed, Jun 12, 2024 at 1:00?PM Joe Schippert via <joe_schippert= [email protected]> wrote:
Hi Dave,
I pinged a few 2M packet stations, these are my results using 50 W to an attic-mounted vertical: - Exchanged winlink messages via N7GRB-10 (15 miles away), digipeating thru WX4NET-6 (15.7 mi.)? could not connect directly to N7GRB.? 145.590 MHz.
- Exchanged winlink messages via AB4NX-10 (22 miles away, Stone Mt.)? 145.530 MHz.
- Went down the packet winlink contact list, could not raise any of these stations: N4ELC-10 (10 mi.); W4KIB-10 (15 mi.); WD5EMA-10 (18 mi.)
After you see if this information helps you, give me a call.? I would think we can add VaraFM without too much difficulty to your TS-2000.? The question is, can we go directly to your sound card and bypass the TNC?? If your Packet TNC is all software (like mine is), will be no problem.
73, Joe? AJ2Y
=?? =?? =?? =?? =
On Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 10:28:21 AM EDT, Eric Howell < erhowell@...> wrote:
Dave,
I will be working on Winlink as well to get ready for FD. Haven’t made a connection from Richmond yet but will be working on it.
Eric
Eric Howell Everyone is entitled to their own opinions. But they are not entitled to their own facts. ??
On Jun 11, 2024, at 9:26?AM, Joe Schippert via <joe_schippert=[email protected]> wrote:
?
Hi Dave,
I
successfully send and receive Winlink messages every week.? A half dozen or so NF ARES folks do this as
well.
First
of all, I typically use a mode called VaraFM on 2 M, or VaraHF on HF.? The last time I used the Packet Racket was
maybe three months ago.? Later on this
afternoon I will try and locate some functioning Packet stations, which I think
is the mode your TS-2000 is hard wired for.?
(I’m tied up until this afternoon.)?
By the way, the status in the Winlink app is all manually self-reported,
so you know what that means.
I
will need to check my log to dig up Digipeater info, but off the top of my
head, the one I have used is in Gwinnett County.? I’m not aware of a listing.
My
station consists of VaraFM software, or Packet software, decoded by an outboard
sound card connected to and from my 2 M FM rig.?
On HF, it is VaraHF software working through the built-in sound card on
my K3. There is other functional HF software, however this too is seldom used.? Vara is available in a free version that
works just fine, or a purchased version that provides significant speed and
functional improvements.
More
later!
73,
Joe? AJ2Y
=?? =?? =?? =?? =
On Monday, June 10, 2024 at 10:53:38 PM EDT, Dave Moss < davemoss@...> wrote:
Anyone in the group familiar with Winlink?? I have the software running, and all seems to be working OK, but I’m not hearing/connecting with any stations.
WInlink has an option to download an update to Winlink nodes (call, frequency, location, beam heading, distance from me).? I have updated the node list in Winlink, and I tried all within 30 miles of me but I get no response.?
I’ve been unable to find a list of digipeaters/nodes in the Atlanta area other than what populates the table in WINLINK.?
Seems odd that all/almost all of the nodes would not be working.? One is supposedly 3 miles from me, but nothing heard.?
Any help greatly appreciated.
Dave UW
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On Jun 12, 2024, at 7:11?PM, ke4qfb@... wrote:
? I’m in for Saturday,? On Jun 2, 2024, at 10:17?AM, Dave Moss via groups.io <davemoss@...> wrote:
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Gents,
Would like to get together on Saturday, June 15 (the weekend before FD) to get the laptops we’ll use for FD set up with the latest versions of N1MM and WSJT-X and set up and test rig interface, networking, Seems like every year there are a few wrinkles that need to be ironed out, and it’s best to figure it out early enough that we can get anything else we may need before FD weekend.? How about 1:30 or so (and maybe a lunch gathering before).
Eddie and I can make it.? How about Jeff?? Larry?? Others are welcome as well if you want to test drive the software.
Generally it takes an hour or two, except for those wrinkles.? ?? The pool will be warm and the beer cold, so hang out a bit if you’d like.
Also, mark your calendar for FD setup on Friday, June 21.? I’ll take care of getting the wire antennas up, and other folks can get all the radios and computers playing together nicely.? If we start around 9:30 we can take a break around 1:00 for some lunch, and should have everything done by supper time.? Depending on how we feel, we can order some carry out for dinner, or go grab a bit somewhere.? Ultimate goal is to have everything working and ready to copy ARRL CW and digital bulletins Friday evening.
?Dave UW
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On Jun 2, 2024, at 10:17?AM, Dave Moss via groups.io <davemoss@...> wrote:
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Gents,
Would like to get together on Saturday, June 15 (the weekend before FD) to get the laptops we’ll use for FD set up with the latest versions of N1MM and WSJT-X and set up and test rig interface, networking, Seems like every year there are a few wrinkles that need to be ironed out, and it’s best to figure it out early enough that we can get anything else we may need before FD weekend.? How about 1:30 or so (and maybe a lunch gathering before).
Eddie and I can make it.? How about Jeff?? Larry?? Others are welcome as well if you want to test drive the software.
Generally it takes an hour or two, except for those wrinkles.? ?? The pool will be warm and the beer cold, so hang out a bit if you’d like.
Also, mark your calendar for FD setup on Friday, June 21.? I’ll take care of getting the wire antennas up, and other folks can get all the radios and computers playing together nicely.? If we start around 9:30 we can take a break around 1:00 for some lunch, and should have everything done by supper time.? Depending on how we feel, we can order some carry out for dinner, or go grab a bit somewhere.? Ultimate goal is to have everything working and ready to copy ARRL CW and digital bulletins Friday evening.
?Dave UW
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What time for computer setup on Saturday, Dave?
What do I need to bring with me?
Jeff n1kdo
On Wed, Jun 12, 2024 at 1:00?PM Joe Schippert via <joe_schippert= [email protected]> wrote:
Hi Dave,
I pinged a few 2M packet stations, these are my results using 50 W to an attic-mounted vertical: - Exchanged winlink messages via N7GRB-10 (15 miles away), digipeating thru WX4NET-6 (15.7 mi.)? could not connect directly to N7GRB.? 145.590 MHz.
- Exchanged winlink messages via AB4NX-10 (22 miles away, Stone Mt.)? 145.530 MHz.
- Went down the packet winlink contact list, could not raise any of these stations: N4ELC-10 (10 mi.); W4KIB-10 (15 mi.); WD5EMA-10 (18 mi.)
After you see if this information helps you, give me a call.? I would think we can add VaraFM without too much difficulty to your TS-2000.? The question is, can we go directly to your sound card and bypass the TNC?? If your Packet TNC is all software (like mine is), will be no problem.
73, Joe? AJ2Y
=?? =?? =?? =?? =
On Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 10:28:21 AM EDT, Eric Howell < erhowell@...> wrote:
Dave,
I will be working on Winlink as well to get ready for FD. Haven’t made a connection from Richmond yet but will be working on it.
Eric
Eric Howell Everyone is entitled to their own opinions. But they are not entitled to their own facts. ??
On Jun 11, 2024, at 9:26?AM, Joe Schippert via <joe_schippert=[email protected]> wrote:
?
Hi Dave,
I
successfully send and receive Winlink messages every week.? A half dozen or so NF ARES folks do this as
well.
First
of all, I typically use a mode called VaraFM on 2 M, or VaraHF on HF.? The last time I used the Packet Racket was
maybe three months ago.? Later on this
afternoon I will try and locate some functioning Packet stations, which I think
is the mode your TS-2000 is hard wired for.?
(I’m tied up until this afternoon.)?
By the way, the status in the Winlink app is all manually self-reported,
so you know what that means.
I
will need to check my log to dig up Digipeater info, but off the top of my
head, the one I have used is in Gwinnett County.? I’m not aware of a listing.
My
station consists of VaraFM software, or Packet software, decoded by an outboard
sound card connected to and from my 2 M FM rig.?
On HF, it is VaraHF software working through the built-in sound card on
my K3. There is other functional HF software, however this too is seldom used.? Vara is available in a free version that
works just fine, or a purchased version that provides significant speed and
functional improvements.
More
later!
73,
Joe? AJ2Y
=?? =?? =?? =?? =
On Monday, June 10, 2024 at 10:53:38 PM EDT, Dave Moss < davemoss@...> wrote:
Anyone in the group familiar with Winlink?? I have the software running, and all seems to be working OK, but I’m not hearing/connecting with any stations.
WInlink has an option to download an update to Winlink nodes (call, frequency, location, beam heading, distance from me).? I have updated the node list in Winlink, and I tried all within 30 miles of me but I get no response.?
I’ve been unable to find a list of digipeaters/nodes in the Atlanta area other than what populates the table in WINLINK.?
Seems odd that all/almost all of the nodes would not be working.? One is supposedly 3 miles from me, but nothing heard.?
Any help greatly appreciated.
Dave UW
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Hi Dave,
I pinged a few 2M packet stations, these are my results using 50 W to an attic-mounted vertical: - Exchanged winlink messages via N7GRB-10 (15 miles away), digipeating thru WX4NET-6 (15.7 mi.)? could not connect directly to N7GRB.? 145.590 MHz.
- Exchanged winlink messages via AB4NX-10 (22 miles away, Stone Mt.)? 145.530 MHz.
- Went down the packet winlink contact list, could not raise any of these stations: N4ELC-10 (10 mi.); W4KIB-10 (15 mi.); WD5EMA-10 (18 mi.)
After you see if this information helps you, give me a call.? I would think we can add VaraFM without too much difficulty to your TS-2000.? The question is, can we go directly to your sound card and bypass the TNC?? If your Packet TNC is all software (like mine is), will be no problem.
73, Joe? AJ2Y
=?? =?? =?? =?? =
On Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 10:28:21 AM EDT, Eric Howell <erhowell@...> wrote:
Dave,
I will be working on Winlink as well to get ready for FD. Haven’t made a connection from Richmond yet but will be working on it.
Eric
Eric Howell Erhowell@... Everyone is entitled to their own opinions. But they are not entitled to their own facts. ??
On Jun 11, 2024, at 9:26?AM, Joe Schippert via groups.io <joe_schippert@...> wrote:
?
Hi Dave,
I
successfully send and receive Winlink messages every week.? A half dozen or so NF ARES folks do this as
well.
First
of all, I typically use a mode called VaraFM on 2 M, or VaraHF on HF.? The last time I used the Packet Racket was
maybe three months ago.? Later on this
afternoon I will try and locate some functioning Packet stations, which I think
is the mode your TS-2000 is hard wired for.?
(I’m tied up until this afternoon.)?
By the way, the status in the Winlink app is all manually self-reported,
so you know what that means.
I
will need to check my log to dig up Digipeater info, but off the top of my
head, the one I have used is in Gwinnett County.? I’m not aware of a listing.
My
station consists of VaraFM software, or Packet software, decoded by an outboard
sound card connected to and from my 2 M FM rig.?
On HF, it is VaraHF software working through the built-in sound card on
my K3. There is other functional HF software, however this too is seldom used.? Vara is available in a free version that
works just fine, or a purchased version that provides significant speed and
functional improvements.
More
later!
73,
Joe? AJ2Y
=?? =?? =?? =?? =
On Monday, June 10, 2024 at 10:53:38 PM EDT, Dave Moss <davemoss@...> wrote:
Anyone in the group familiar with Winlink?? I have the software running, and all seems to be working OK, but I’m not hearing/connecting with any stations.
WInlink has an option to download an update to Winlink nodes (call, frequency, location, beam heading, distance from me).? I have updated the node list in Winlink, and I tried all within 30 miles of me but I get no response.?
I’ve been unable to find a list of digipeaters/nodes in the Atlanta area other than what populates the table in WINLINK.?
Seems odd that all/almost all of the nodes would not be working.? One is supposedly 3 miles from me, but nothing heard.?
Any help greatly appreciated.
Dave UW
--
Eric Howell
W4MC
w4mc@...
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Dave,
I will be working on Winlink as well to get ready for FD. Haven’t made a connection from Richmond yet but will be working on it.
Eric
Eric Howell Erhowell@... Everyone is entitled to their own opinions. But they are not entitled to their own facts. ??
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On Jun 11, 2024, at 9:26?AM, Joe Schippert via groups.io <joe_schippert@...> wrote:
?
Hi Dave,
I
successfully send and receive Winlink messages every week.? A half dozen or so NF ARES folks do this as
well.
First
of all, I typically use a mode called VaraFM on 2 M, or VaraHF on HF.? The last time I used the Packet Racket was
maybe three months ago.? Later on this
afternoon I will try and locate some functioning Packet stations, which I think
is the mode your TS-2000 is hard wired for.?
(I’m tied up until this afternoon.)?
By the way, the status in the Winlink app is all manually self-reported,
so you know what that means.
I
will need to check my log to dig up Digipeater info, but off the top of my
head, the one I have used is in Gwinnett County.? I’m not aware of a listing.
My
station consists of VaraFM software, or Packet software, decoded by an outboard
sound card connected to and from my 2 M FM rig.?
On HF, it is VaraHF software working through the built-in sound card on
my K3. There is other functional HF software, however this too is seldom used.? Vara is available in a free version that
works just fine, or a purchased version that provides significant speed and
functional improvements.
More
later!
73,
Joe? AJ2Y
=?? =?? =?? =?? =
On Monday, June 10, 2024 at 10:53:38 PM EDT, Dave Moss <davemoss@...> wrote:
Anyone in the group familiar with Winlink?? I have the software running, and all seems to be working OK, but I’m not hearing/connecting with any stations.
WInlink has an option to download an update to Winlink nodes (call, frequency, location, beam heading, distance from me).? I have updated the node list in Winlink, and I tried all within 30 miles of me but I get no response.?
I’ve been unable to find a list of digipeaters/nodes in the Atlanta area other than what populates the table in WINLINK.?
Seems odd that all/almost all of the nodes would not be working.? One is supposedly 3 miles from me, but nothing heard.?
Any help greatly appreciated.
Dave UW
--
Eric Howell
W4MC
w4mc@...
|
Hi Dave,
I
successfully send and receive Winlink messages every week.? A half dozen or so NF ARES folks do this as
well.
First
of all, I typically use a mode called VaraFM on 2 M, or VaraHF on HF.? The last time I used the Packet Racket was
maybe three months ago.? Later on this
afternoon I will try and locate some functioning Packet stations, which I think
is the mode your TS-2000 is hard wired for.?
(I’m tied up until this afternoon.)?
By the way, the status in the Winlink app is all manually self-reported,
so you know what that means.
I
will need to check my log to dig up Digipeater info, but off the top of my
head, the one I have used is in Gwinnett County.? I’m not aware of a listing.
My
station consists of VaraFM software, or Packet software, decoded by an outboard
sound card connected to and from my 2 M FM rig.?
On HF, it is VaraHF software working through the built-in sound card on
my K3. There is other functional HF software, however this too is seldom used.? Vara is available in a free version that
works just fine, or a purchased version that provides significant speed and
functional improvements.
More
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On Monday, June 10, 2024 at 10:53:38 PM EDT, Dave Moss <davemoss@...> wrote:
Anyone in the group familiar with Winlink?? I have the software running, and all seems to be working OK, but I’m not hearing/connecting with any stations.
WInlink has an option to download an update to Winlink nodes (call, frequency, location, beam heading, distance from me).? I have updated the node list in Winlink, and I tried all within 30 miles of me but I get no response.?
I’ve been unable to find a list of digipeaters/nodes in the Atlanta area other than what populates the table in WINLINK.?
Seems odd that all/almost all of the nodes would not be working.? One is supposedly 3 miles from me, but nothing heard.?
Any help greatly appreciated.
Dave UW
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Anyone in the group familiar with Winlink?? I have the software running, and all seems to be working OK, but I’m not hearing/connecting with any stations.
WInlink has an option to download an update to Winlink nodes (call, frequency, location, beam heading, distance from me).? I have updated the node list in Winlink, and I tried all within 30 miles of me but I get no response.?
I’ve been unable to find a list of digipeaters/nodes in the Atlanta area other than what populates the table in WINLINK.?
Seems odd that all/almost all of the nodes would not be working.? One is supposedly 3 miles from me, but nothing heard.?
Any help greatly appreciated.
Dave UW
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Hey guys, it's my pleasure to pass on the knowledge, your gain, NFARL's loss (besides it a good review for me too), but just remember where you keep your notes on how-to, rather then trying to remember all the details. ?
On Sat, Jun 8, 2024 at 21:47, Dave Moss <davemoss@...> wrote:
Big thanks to Eddie for helping me get the IC9700 up and running on satellite!? The radio plays nicely now with SAT32PC software.? Rotor control works for azimuth, but I believe there is a hardware issue somewhere with the elevation rotor control.? So a bit more work to do to resolve that, but I’m at least functional now on the new radio.?
Eddie, you saved me many hours by letting me copy the settings on your 9700.? Thanks also for letting me copy all your repeater settings for local repeaters.? Again, a real time saver.
I’m a bit reluctant to volunteer Eddie’s time, but if anyone else is having trouble with software/radio/rotor setting for working satellites, Eddie is your man.?
Dave UW
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On Saturday, June 8, 2024, 9:47 PM, Dave Moss <davemoss@...> wrote:
Big thanks to Eddie for helping me get the IC9700 up and running on satellite!? The radio plays nicely now with SAT32PC software.? Rotor control works for azimuth, but I believe there is a hardware issue somewhere with the elevation rotor control.? So a bit more work to do to resolve that, but I’m at least functional now on the new radio.?
Eddie, you saved me many hours by letting me copy the settings on your 9700.? Thanks also for letting me copy all your repeater settings for local repeaters.? Again, a real time saver.
I’m a bit reluctant to volunteer Eddie’s time, but if anyone else is having trouble with software/radio/rotor setting for working satellites, Eddie is your man.?
Dave UW
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Big thanks to Eddie for helping me get the IC9700 up and running on satellite!? The radio plays nicely now with SAT32PC software.? Rotor control works for azimuth, but I believe there is a hardware issue somewhere with the elevation rotor control.? So a bit more work to do to resolve that, but I’m at least functional now on the new radio.?
Eddie, you saved me many hours by letting me copy the settings on your 9700.? Thanks also for letting me copy all your repeater settings for local repeaters.? Again, a real time saver.
I’m a bit reluctant to volunteer Eddie’s time, but if anyone else is having trouble with software/radio/rotor setting for working satellites, Eddie is your man.?
Dave UW
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On Fri, Jun 7, 2024 at 13:20, Dave Moss <davemoss@...> wrote: Well, Eddie is the official satellite Elmer for the Field Day group.?
YMMV with other clubs. ?
UW On Jun 7, 2024, at 12:55?PM, Eric Howell <erhowell@...> wrote:
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I just spoke to Eddie and perhaps we can do it in parallel.?
Thanks Eric
Eric Howell? erhowell@...
-------- Original message -------- From: "Joe Schippert via groups.io" <joe_schippert@...> Date: 6/7/24 12:39 PM (GMT-05:00) Subject: Re: [N4N-Field-Day] Satellite Contact
I’d love to put together one of your nifty az-el setups for my Arrow, Eddie! ?I’m slowly putting together (= thinking darn seriously about!) a satellite station. I used to work the FM Birds back in the day.?
Maybe I can put one together in parallel with Eric.?
73, Joe AJ2Y On Jun 7, 2024, at 09:47, Edmund Thompson <edmundthompson@...> wrote:
?I might know someone ? On Fri, Jun 7, 2024 at 3:11, Eric Howell <erhowell@...> wrote: ? I used my 9100 with a vertical tri-band antenna. I have heard the birds before but could never get the rig to cooperate to get the split just right. I finally got my ducks in a row and it worked. I have tracked a few others and will play with the SSB birds between now and FD. ? I have one of the arrow antennas but don’t think that I can talk Rhoda into standing out in the yard pointing it in the direction I called out ?. I guess I need to find someone to put together a AZ-EL controller…… ? ? ? Way to go Eric!! ?What radio/antenna are you using? ?
On Jun 6, 2024, at 9:36?PM, Gary McConville via groups.io <WB4SQ@...> wrote:
? Congrats Eric
? On Thursday, June 6, 2024, 9:31 PM, Eric Howell <erhowell@...> wrote: I finally managed to make a satellite contact today through ISS. Now I need to check the passes during field day.?
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Well, Eddie is the official satellite Elmer for the Field Day group.?
YMMV with other clubs. ?
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On Jun 7, 2024, at 12:55?PM, Eric Howell <erhowell@...> wrote:
? I just spoke to Eddie and perhaps we can do it in parallel.?
Thanks Eric
Eric Howell? erhowell@...
-------- Original message -------- From: "Joe Schippert via groups.io" <joe_schippert@...> Date: 6/7/24 12:39 PM (GMT-05:00) Subject: Re: [N4N-Field-Day] Satellite Contact
I’d love to put together one of your nifty az-el setups for my Arrow, Eddie! ?I’m slowly putting together (= thinking darn seriously about!) a satellite station. I used to work the FM Birds back in the day.?
Maybe I can put one together in parallel with Eric.?
73, Joe AJ2Y On Jun 7, 2024, at 09:47, Edmund Thompson <edmundthompson@...> wrote:
?I might know someone ? On Fri, Jun 7, 2024 at 3:11, Eric Howell <erhowell@...> wrote: ? I used my 9100 with a vertical tri-band antenna. I have heard the birds before but could never get the rig to cooperate to get the split just right. I finally got my ducks in a row and it worked. I have tracked a few others and will play with the SSB birds between now and FD. ? I have one of the arrow antennas but don’t think that I can talk Rhoda into standing out in the yard pointing it in the direction I called out ?. I guess I need to find someone to put together a AZ-EL controller…… ? ? ? Way to go Eric!! ?What radio/antenna are you using? ?
On Jun 6, 2024, at 9:36?PM, Gary McConville via groups.io <WB4SQ@...> wrote:
? Congrats Eric
? On Thursday, June 6, 2024, 9:31 PM, Eric Howell <erhowell@...> wrote: I finally managed to make a satellite contact today through ISS. Now I need to check the passes during field day.?
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Eric Howell
W4MC
w4mc@...
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Eric Howell
W4MC
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I just spoke to Eddie and perhaps we can do it in parallel.?
Thanks Eric
Eric Howell? erhowell@...
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-------- Original message -------- From: "Joe Schippert via groups.io" <joe_schippert@...> Date: 6/7/24 12:39 PM (GMT-05:00) Subject: Re: [N4N-Field-Day] Satellite Contact
I’d love to put together one of your nifty az-el setups for my Arrow, Eddie! ?I’m slowly putting together (= thinking darn seriously about!) a satellite station. I used to work the FM Birds back in the day.?
Maybe I can put one together in parallel with Eric.?
73, Joe AJ2Y On Jun 7, 2024, at 09:47, Edmund Thompson <edmundthompson@...> wrote:
?I might know someone ? On Fri, Jun 7, 2024 at 3:11, Eric Howell <erhowell@...> wrote: ? I used my 9100 with a vertical tri-band antenna. I have heard the birds before but could never get the rig to cooperate to get the split just right. I finally got my ducks in a row and it worked. I have tracked a few others and will play with the SSB birds between now and FD. ? I have one of the arrow antennas but don’t think that I can talk Rhoda into standing out in the yard pointing it in the direction I called out ?. I guess I need to find someone to put together a AZ-EL controller…… ? ? ? Way to go Eric!! ?What radio/antenna are you using? ?
On Jun 6, 2024, at 9:36?PM, Gary McConville via groups.io <WB4SQ@...> wrote:
? Congrats Eric
? On Thursday, June 6, 2024, 9:31 PM, Eric Howell <erhowell@...> wrote: I finally managed to make a satellite contact today through ISS. Now I need to check the passes during field day.?
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Eric Howell
W4MC
w4mc@...
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Eric Howell
W4MC
w4mc@...
-- Eric Howell W4MC w4mc@...
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I’d love to put together one of your nifty az-el setups for my Arrow, Eddie! ?I’m slowly putting together (= thinking darn seriously about!) a satellite station. I used to work the FM Birds back in the day.?
Maybe I can put one together in parallel with Eric.?
73, Joe AJ2Y
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On Jun 7, 2024, at 09:47, Edmund Thompson <edmundthompson@...> wrote:
?I might know someone ? On Fri, Jun 7, 2024 at 3:11, Eric Howell <erhowell@...> wrote: ? I used my 9100 with a vertical tri-band antenna. I have heard the birds before but could never get the rig to cooperate to get the split just right. I finally got my ducks in a row and it worked. I have tracked a few others and will play with the SSB birds between now and FD. ? I have one of the arrow antennas but don’t think that I can talk Rhoda into standing out in the yard pointing it in the direction I called out ?. I guess I need to find someone to put together a AZ-EL controller…… ? ? ? Way to go Eric!! ?What radio/antenna are you using? ?
On Jun 6, 2024, at 9:36?PM, Gary McConville via groups.io <WB4SQ@...> wrote:
? Congrats Eric
? On Thursday, June 6, 2024, 9:31 PM, Eric Howell <erhowell@...> wrote: I finally managed to make a satellite contact today through ISS. Now I need to check the passes during field day.?
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Eric Howell
W4MC
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I sure hope he is a friend? ?
Thanks Eric
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-------- Original message -------- From: Edmund Thompson <Edmundthompson@...> Date: 6/7/24 9:47 AM (GMT-05:00) Subject: Re: [N4N-Field-Day] Satellite Contact
I might know someone ? On Fri, Jun 7, 2024 at 3:11, Eric Howell <erhowell@...> wrote: ? I used my 9100 with a vertical tri-band antenna. I have heard the birds before but could never get the rig to cooperate to get the split just right. I finally got my ducks in a row and it worked. I have tracked a few others and will play with the SSB birds between now and FD. ? I have one of the arrow antennas but don’t think that I can talk Rhoda into standing out in the yard pointing it in the direction I called out ?. I guess I need to find someone to put together a AZ-EL controller…… ? ? ? Way to go Eric!! ?What radio/antenna are you using? ?
On Jun 6, 2024, at 9:36?PM, Gary McConville via groups.io <WB4SQ@...> wrote:
? Congrats Eric
? On Thursday, June 6, 2024, 9:31 PM, Eric Howell <erhowell@...> wrote: I finally managed to make a satellite contact today through ISS. Now I need to check the passes during field day.?
--
Eric Howell
W4MC
w4mc@...
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Eric Howell
W4MC
w4mc@...
-- Eric Howell W4MC w4mc@...
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On Fri, Jun 7, 2024 at 3:11, Eric Howell <erhowell@...> wrote: ? I used my 9100 with a vertical tri-band antenna. I have heard the birds before but could never get the rig to cooperate to get the split just right. I finally got my ducks in a row and it worked. I have tracked a few others and will play with the SSB birds between now and FD. ? I have one of the arrow antennas but don’t think that I can talk Rhoda into standing out in the yard pointing it in the direction I called out ?. I guess I need to find someone to put together a AZ-EL controller…… ? ? ? Way to go Eric!! ?What radio/antenna are you using? ?
On Jun 6, 2024, at 9:36?PM, Gary McConville via groups.io <WB4SQ@...> wrote:
? Congrats Eric
? On Thursday, June 6, 2024, 9:31 PM, Eric Howell <erhowell@...> wrote: I finally managed to make a satellite contact today through ISS. Now I need to check the passes during field day.?
--
Eric Howell
W4MC
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Eric Howell
W4MC
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