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Select your favorite satellite and watch its trajectory on Google Maps in real time! Includes ISS tracking, Weather, Geostationary, GPS Military, and of course Amateur radio satellites. N2YO provides comprehensive real-time satellite tracking with particular emphasis on amateur radio satellites. The service offers precise pass predictions calculated for user-specific locations, displaying upcoming passes with azimuth, elevation, and duration data essential for ham operators planning satellite contacts. N2YO features dedicated tracking for amateur radio satellites including FM, linear transponder, and digital satellites, with frequency information and downlink/uplink details. The platform delivers live tracking visualizations on interactive maps, Doppler shift calculations, and automated email notifications for upcoming passes. This free resource integrates weather satellite tracking alongside NOAA imagery, making it invaluable for radio enthusiasts pursuing satellite communications.
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Real time tracking of an unlimited number of satellites, fast, accurate and easy to use. Automated FTP keps updates. Also support a great number of interface to control rotors azimuth and elevation plus frequency doppler shift. Since 2017 Nova is free to donwload and use. No support is given.
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The 10-minute, 25-second video demonstrates making a QSO via the VO-52 amateur radio satellite, focusing on real-time Doppler shift correction. It features Simon, 2E0HTS, operating a Yaesu FT-847 transceiver and a homebrew dual-band Yagi antenna, specifically a 10-element 435 MHz Yagi for uplink and an IO Loop for 145 MHz downlink. The video visually details the operator's technique for continuously adjusting the uplink frequency to compensate for the satellite's changing velocity relative to the ground station, a critical aspect of successful satellite communication. The demonstration highlights the practical application of Doppler compensation, showing the operator tuning the transmit frequency to maintain a stable received signal from the satellite. This approach contrasts with systems employing automatic Doppler correction or full-duplex operation, providing insight into manual frequency management for satellite passes. The video serves as a direct, observational guide for hams interested in LEO satellite operations, particularly those using non-tracking, manually tuned setups.
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Operating the AO-51 amateur radio satellite with a handheld transceiver (HT) presents a practical entry point for newcomers to satellite communications. This resource details the necessary steps and considerations for making basic contacts, focusing on accessible equipment. It covers fundamental concepts such as _Keplerian elements_ for satellite tracking and the importance of understanding Doppler shift effects on both uplink and downlink frequencies. The tutorial outlines a straightforward approach to satellite passes, emphasizing the use of readily available gear. It provides insights into antenna orientation and timing for successful two-way communication. The content aims to demystify satellite operation, enabling operators to achieve their first **AO-51** contacts with minimal specialized equipment. Key aspects include frequency management and basic operational techniques.
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A close up of Doppler Shift, a phenomenon which is commonly observed by the lay person, yet still confuses many amateur satellite operators.
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Aircraft Scatter Sharp is a windows application to calculate and assist airscatter operations. Real-time capture and display of plane position data derived from internet plane servers, highlighting of aircraft near the ideal position for scatter, Real-time estimation of Doppler shift and its rate of change.
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Operating on Airplane scattering. Scattering of radio signals by airplanes. An introduction to operating ariplane scattering, using aircraft to redirect RF that would otherwise be lost in space. Antenna Pointing, Doppler Shift/Digital Modes, using digital modes to operate airscatter.
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SAT_EXPLORER is a versatile software for tracking the Moon, Sun, and artificial satellites while controlling various antenna interfaces. Compatible with Windows XP and later (32/64-bit) and multilingual (English, French, German, Italian, Spanish), it integrates seamlessly with TRX-Manager for transceiver control. SAT_EXPLORER computes satellite and Moon positions with high precision, calculates EME Doppler shifts, and uploads real-time satellite positions and coverage maps to your personal web pages. Linux/Ubuntu users can run it using WINE or CROSSOVER.