Quick question on HTs to use with my KX3

[Mark Tellez]

I know this question doesn't directly pertain to the KX3 but I trust the
guidance of many on this mailing list so I hope you will indulge me in this
off topic post.   I am looking to combine satellite (easy sats) with my
portable KX3 fun.   I am therefore wanting to solicit advice on the best
handheld radio for working satellites or at least directions to a similar
group or email list to get advice.

Thanks and have a great day!

Mark
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[Barry Baines]

Mark:

A good starting point on operating hints for the “easy sats” can be found on the AMSAT Website.  

See:  http://www.amsat.org/?page_id=2144

This page is titled “Station and Operating Hints” and includes references to various HTs.  There is also a link embedded in that page that will bring up an operating guide developed by Patrick Stoddard, WD9EWK.  You’ll glean some useful information about using an HT with an external antenna of various types.

Most current generation HTs with dual-band capability can be used;  best is to have one with duplex capability so that you can listen to your downlink as you transmit. The Kenwood TH-D72A has this capability.  Patrick notes this in his writeup and mentions various HTs. Some older units are also very good;  my personal preference is the Yaesu FT-51R which is duplex but also features an external mic that displays frequencies with the ability to change stored channels or VFO frequencies using buttons on the mic.  

Check out the AMSAT website for developments regarding the upcoming launches of Fox-1A and Fox-1C which are FM birds flying later this year…

Are you coming to Dayton?  AMSAT will have a major presence at Hamvention, including satellite demos taking place outside of the Ball Arena. Stop by the AMSAT booth area (Ball Arena booths 433-435 and 444-446 across one another) for satellite pass times and take a look at the newly revised 2015 edition of “Getting Started with Amateur Satellites” which provides a complete overview of how to operate a variety of satellites along with discussion of tracking, equipment setup, operational considerations, etc.  The book will also be available through the AMSAT Store following Dayton.  The AMSAT Forum is Saturday from 1115-1330 in Forum Room 5.

73,

Barry Baines, WD4ASW
President-Radio Amateur Satellite Corp. (AMSAT)

> On May 5, 2015, at 1:16 PM, Mark Tellez <[hidden email]> wrote:
>
> I know this question doesn't directly pertain to the KX3 but I trust the
> guidance of many on this mailing list so I hope you will indulge me in this
> off topic post.   I am looking to combine satellite (easy sats) with my
> portable KX3 fun.   I am therefore wanting to solicit advice on the best
> handheld radio for working satellites or at least directions to a similar
> group or email list to get advice.
>
> Thanks and have a great day!
>
> Mark
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