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From: GILLMANN@USC-ISIB.ARPA
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Subject: Packet to the Shuttle
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Date: Fri, 13-Dec-85 15:15:01 EST
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From: Richard Gillmann <GILLMANN@USC-ISIB.ARPA>
I'd like to be able to connect with the space shuttle on its
trip next March carrying packet radio.  My question is what kind of
radio equipment is required?  I assume an all-mode 2meter rig is
needed because they may use frequencies that are not an even 5 KHz.
How much power is needed?  What kind of antenna?  And if a gain
antenna is required, how can it be made to track the shuttle?

Richard Gillmann N6MPP
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