Potential cell site
Hi, I'm just reading up on HamWAN and considering getting connected. I see I'm in a reddish zone surrounded by white on the coverage map now and am wondering if my property would be a good place for a new cell/link site. I'll have to do some tests to see, but I might have line of sight to Gold Mountain, and might be able to see Beacon Hill from a roof. I'm at approximately 47.569,-122.399. Let me know if you have any recommendations on how to proceed; I don't want to invest in gear unless I know I'll be able to make it work. Thanks! Best Andrew -- Andrew Musselman KI7KQA
Andrew, I did a quick look with CalTopo and it looks like Beacon Hill doesn’t quite work for the coordinates you gave. Gold you are right on the edge on. It appears as though you might be right on or over a ridge. With a bit more accurate positioning I can get a better idea for sure on Gold. On the plus side, you appear to be right in a patch that gets lit up by Capitol Park. If someone closer to you doesn’t have some gear that you can test with, let me know. I have a grid combo I can loan you for testing, but I’m clear up in Granite Falls. If you can shoot me an address, tighter GPS, and/or a height at your location I can get a better picture for you and send you a couple of pics. Cheers, Rob Salsgiver – NR3O From: PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org] On Behalf Of Andrew Musselman Sent: Wednesday, January 2, 2019 9:12 PM To: psdr@hamwan.org Subject: [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site Hi, I'm just reading up on HamWAN and considering getting connected. I see I'm in a reddish zone surrounded by white on the coverage map now and am wondering if my property would be a good place for a new cell/link site. I'll have to do some tests to see, but I might have line of sight to Gold Mountain, and might be able to see Beacon Hill from a roof. I'm at approximately 47.569,-122.399. Let me know if you have any recommendations on how to proceed; I don't want to invest in gear unless I know I'll be able to make it work. Thanks! Best Andrew -- Andrew Musselman KI7KQA
Thanks a lot Rob; I'll send my address off-list, will appreciate any help. If anyone closer has gear to lend I'll be happy to use it; otherwise I will hit you up some time for yours. Best Andrew On Wed, Jan 2, 2019 at 22:54 Rob Salsgiver <rob@nr3o.com> wrote:
Andrew,
I did a quick look with CalTopo and it looks like Beacon Hill doesn’t quite work for the coordinates you gave. Gold you are right on the edge on. It appears as though you might be right on or over a ridge. With a bit more accurate positioning I can get a better idea for sure on Gold.
On the plus side, you appear to be right in a patch that gets lit up by Capitol Park. If someone closer to you doesn’t have some gear that you can test with, let me know. I have a grid combo I can loan you for testing, but I’m clear up in Granite Falls.
If you can shoot me an address, tighter GPS, and/or a height at your location I can get a better picture for you and send you a couple of pics.
Cheers,
Rob Salsgiver – NR3O
*From:* PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org] *On Behalf Of *Andrew Musselman *Sent:* Wednesday, January 2, 2019 9:12 PM *To:* psdr@hamwan.org *Subject:* [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site
Hi, I'm just reading up on HamWAN and considering getting connected. I see I'm in a reddish zone surrounded by white on the coverage map now and am wondering if my property would be a good place for a new cell/link site.
I'll have to do some tests to see, but I might have line of sight to Gold Mountain, and might be able to see Beacon Hill from a roof. I'm at approximately 47.569,-122.399.
Let me know if you have any recommendations on how to proceed; I don't want to invest in gear unless I know I'll be able to make it work.
Thanks!
Best
Andrew
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KI7KQA _______________________________________________ PSDR mailing list PSDR@hamwan.org http://mail.hamwan.net/mailman/listinfo/psdr
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Andrew, There are a number of folks in Seattle that have portable HamWAN gear and I’m sure someone would be glad to help you determine if you have a shot. I’m in the north end of Seattle and can loan you enough to test Gold, but it wouldn’t be good for a permanent setup (not enough gain). The real key, absolutely essential, is VISIBLE LINE OF SIGHT to one of the sector panels. If you can look through binoculars and see the site, you can hit it. If not, it is very unlikely you could get a usable shot (unless you were very close). Your best shot, if you have it, would be Beacon. Second choice Capitol Park. Gold is a long distance, and there is another tower partially blocking the HamWAN sector aiming at Seattle, but several people in West Seattle have a good shot at Gold. I’m shooting at Gold, and get a very poor signal (using a 2 foot dish at my end). Part of the problem is I’m right on the edge of sector 1 and sector 2 (the sectors are 120 degrees wide, and signal at the edges is poorer than closer to the center). Part of the problem is Gold sectors have down-tilt, they are aimed down toward the area surrounding Gold on the peninsula, so Seattle is above the peak of the signal. And the last part of the problem is the blocking tower I mentioned. A person on Queen Anne has a beautiful view of Gold, but a relatively poor signal (usable but not fantastic). For all of these reasons, Gold is a last choice from Seattle if you have any view of Beacon or Capitol Park. You are welcome to contact me directly if you want to arrange use of a flat panel HamWAN “dish” that can see Gold if there is line of sight. I know another person who lives south and I’m sure has some portable gear who could also help. Carl, N7KUW (carl@n7kuw.com) From: PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org] On Behalf Of Andrew Musselman Sent: Wednesday, January 2, 2019 11:02 PM To: Puget Sound Data Ring Subject: Re: [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site Thanks a lot Rob; I'll send my address off-list, will appreciate any help. If anyone closer has gear to lend I'll be happy to use it; otherwise I will hit you up some time for yours. Best Andrew On Wed, Jan 2, 2019 at 22:54 Rob Salsgiver <rob@nr3o.com> wrote: Andrew, I did a quick look with CalTopo and it looks like Beacon Hill doesn’t quite work for the coordinates you gave. Gold you are right on the edge on. It appears as though you might be right on or over a ridge. With a bit more accurate positioning I can get a better idea for sure on Gold. On the plus side, you appear to be right in a patch that gets lit up by Capitol Park. If someone closer to you doesn’t have some gear that you can test with, let me know. I have a grid combo I can loan you for testing, but I’m clear up in Granite Falls. If you can shoot me an address, tighter GPS, and/or a height at your location I can get a better picture for you and send you a couple of pics. Cheers, Rob Salsgiver – NR3O From: PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org] On Behalf Of Andrew Musselman Sent: Wednesday, January 2, 2019 9:12 PM To: psdr@hamwan.org Subject: [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site Hi, I'm just reading up on HamWAN and considering getting connected. I see I'm in a reddish zone surrounded by white on the coverage map now and am wondering if my property would be a good place for a new cell/link site. I'll have to do some tests to see, but I might have line of sight to Gold Mountain, and might be able to see Beacon Hill from a roof. I'm at approximately 47.569,-122.399. Let me know if you have any recommendations on how to proceed; I don't want to invest in gear unless I know I'll be able to make it work. Thanks! Best Andrew -- Andrew Musselman KI7KQA _______________________________________________ PSDR mailing list PSDR@hamwan.org http://mail.hamwan.net/mailman/listinfo/psdr -- Andrew Musselman KI7KQA
Thank you Carl; I'll take a look-see when there's a clearing and see what's possible. Appreciate the offer of loaner gear, I'll be in touch. Best Andrew On Thu, Jan 3, 2019 at 10:16 AM Carl <carl@n7kuw.com> wrote:
Andrew,
There are a number of folks in Seattle that have portable HamWAN gear and I’m sure someone would be glad to help you determine if you have a shot. I’m in the north end of Seattle and can loan you enough to test Gold, but it wouldn’t be good for a permanent setup (not enough gain).
The real key, absolutely essential, is VISIBLE LINE OF SIGHT to one of the sector panels. If you can look through binoculars and see the site, you can hit it. If not, it is very unlikely you could get a usable shot (unless you were very close). Your best shot, if you have it, would be Beacon. Second choice Capitol Park. Gold is a long distance, and there is another tower partially blocking the HamWAN sector aiming at Seattle, but several people in West Seattle have a good shot at Gold. I’m shooting at Gold, and get a very poor signal (using a 2 foot dish at my end). Part of the problem is I’m right on the edge of sector 1 and sector 2 (the sectors are 120 degrees wide, and signal at the edges is poorer than closer to the center). Part of the problem is Gold sectors have down-tilt, they are aimed down toward the area surrounding Gold on the peninsula, so Seattle is above the peak of the signal. And the last part of the problem is the blocking tower I mentioned. A person on Queen Anne has a beautiful view of Gold, but a relatively poor signal (usable but not fantastic). For all of these reasons, Gold is a last choice from Seattle if you have any view of Beacon or Capitol Park.
You are welcome to contact me directly if you want to arrange use of a flat panel HamWAN “dish” that can see Gold if there is line of sight. I know another person who lives south and I’m sure has some portable gear who could also help.
Carl, N7KUW (carl@n7kuw.com)
*From:* PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org] *On Behalf Of *Andrew Musselman *Sent:* Wednesday, January 2, 2019 11:02 PM *To:* Puget Sound Data Ring *Subject:* Re: [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site
Thanks a lot Rob; I'll send my address off-list, will appreciate any help.
If anyone closer has gear to lend I'll be happy to use it; otherwise I will hit you up some time for yours.
Best
Andrew
On Wed, Jan 2, 2019 at 22:54 Rob Salsgiver <rob@nr3o.com> wrote:
Andrew,
I did a quick look with CalTopo and it looks like Beacon Hill doesn’t quite work for the coordinates you gave. Gold you are right on the edge on. It appears as though you might be right on or over a ridge. With a bit more accurate positioning I can get a better idea for sure on Gold.
On the plus side, you appear to be right in a patch that gets lit up by Capitol Park. If someone closer to you doesn’t have some gear that you can test with, let me know. I have a grid combo I can loan you for testing, but I’m clear up in Granite Falls.
If you can shoot me an address, tighter GPS, and/or a height at your location I can get a better picture for you and send you a couple of pics.
Cheers,
Rob Salsgiver – NR3O
*From:* PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org] *On Behalf Of *Andrew Musselman *Sent:* Wednesday, January 2, 2019 9:12 PM *To:* psdr@hamwan.org *Subject:* [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site
Hi, I'm just reading up on HamWAN and considering getting connected. I see I'm in a reddish zone surrounded by white on the coverage map now and am wondering if my property would be a good place for a new cell/link site.
I'll have to do some tests to see, but I might have line of sight to Gold Mountain, and might be able to see Beacon Hill from a roof. I'm at approximately 47.569,-122.399.
Let me know if you have any recommendations on how to proceed; I don't want to invest in gear unless I know I'll be able to make it work.
Thanks!
Best
Andrew
--
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KI7KQA
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-- Andrew Musselman KI7KQA
I'll be on the roof this weekend while it's clear; if anyone near West Seattle has loaner gear and/or wants to come over and look with me please let me know. I'm also at (206) 200-9373; thanks! Best Andrew On Thu, Jan 3, 2019 at 11:10 AM Andrew Musselman <ki7kqa@gmail.com> wrote:
Thank you Carl; I'll take a look-see when there's a clearing and see what's possible.
Appreciate the offer of loaner gear, I'll be in touch.
Best Andrew
On Thu, Jan 3, 2019 at 10:16 AM Carl <carl@n7kuw.com> wrote:
Andrew,
There are a number of folks in Seattle that have portable HamWAN gear and I’m sure someone would be glad to help you determine if you have a shot. I’m in the north end of Seattle and can loan you enough to test Gold, but it wouldn’t be good for a permanent setup (not enough gain).
The real key, absolutely essential, is VISIBLE LINE OF SIGHT to one of the sector panels. If you can look through binoculars and see the site, you can hit it. If not, it is very unlikely you could get a usable shot (unless you were very close). Your best shot, if you have it, would be Beacon. Second choice Capitol Park. Gold is a long distance, and there is another tower partially blocking the HamWAN sector aiming at Seattle, but several people in West Seattle have a good shot at Gold. I’m shooting at Gold, and get a very poor signal (using a 2 foot dish at my end). Part of the problem is I’m right on the edge of sector 1 and sector 2 (the sectors are 120 degrees wide, and signal at the edges is poorer than closer to the center). Part of the problem is Gold sectors have down-tilt, they are aimed down toward the area surrounding Gold on the peninsula, so Seattle is above the peak of the signal. And the last part of the problem is the blocking tower I mentioned. A person on Queen Anne has a beautiful view of Gold, but a relatively poor signal (usable but not fantastic). For all of these reasons, Gold is a last choice from Seattle if you have any view of Beacon or Capitol Park.
You are welcome to contact me directly if you want to arrange use of a flat panel HamWAN “dish” that can see Gold if there is line of sight. I know another person who lives south and I’m sure has some portable gear who could also help.
Carl, N7KUW (carl@n7kuw.com)
*From:* PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org] *On Behalf Of *Andrew Musselman *Sent:* Wednesday, January 2, 2019 11:02 PM *To:* Puget Sound Data Ring *Subject:* Re: [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site
Thanks a lot Rob; I'll send my address off-list, will appreciate any help.
If anyone closer has gear to lend I'll be happy to use it; otherwise I will hit you up some time for yours.
Best
Andrew
On Wed, Jan 2, 2019 at 22:54 Rob Salsgiver <rob@nr3o.com> wrote:
Andrew,
I did a quick look with CalTopo and it looks like Beacon Hill doesn’t quite work for the coordinates you gave. Gold you are right on the edge on. It appears as though you might be right on or over a ridge. With a bit more accurate positioning I can get a better idea for sure on Gold.
On the plus side, you appear to be right in a patch that gets lit up by Capitol Park. If someone closer to you doesn’t have some gear that you can test with, let me know. I have a grid combo I can loan you for testing, but I’m clear up in Granite Falls.
If you can shoot me an address, tighter GPS, and/or a height at your location I can get a better picture for you and send you a couple of pics.
Cheers,
Rob Salsgiver – NR3O
*From:* PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org] *On Behalf Of *Andrew Musselman *Sent:* Wednesday, January 2, 2019 9:12 PM *To:* psdr@hamwan.org *Subject:* [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site
Hi, I'm just reading up on HamWAN and considering getting connected. I see I'm in a reddish zone surrounded by white on the coverage map now and am wondering if my property would be a good place for a new cell/link site.
I'll have to do some tests to see, but I might have line of sight to Gold Mountain, and might be able to see Beacon Hill from a roof. I'm at approximately 47.569,-122.399.
Let me know if you have any recommendations on how to proceed; I don't want to invest in gear unless I know I'll be able to make it work.
Thanks!
Best
Andrew
--
Andrew Musselman
KI7KQA
_______________________________________________ PSDR mailing list PSDR@hamwan.org http://mail.hamwan.net/mailman/listinfo/psdr
--
Andrew Musselman
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-- Andrew Musselman KI7KQA
-- Andrew Musselman KI7KQA
Andrew and Carl, I too am interested in joining HamWan and have a clear shot to Gold. If/when you meet with Andrew to test his sight, perhaps come by my QTH and test as well? I’d be pleased to hear any recommendations on gear and placement. Thanks much. Jonathan, KK7PW
On Jan 3, 2019, at 10:15, Carl <carl@n7kuw.com> wrote:
Andrew,
There are a number of folks in Seattle that have portable HamWAN gear and I’m sure someone would be glad to help you determine if you have a shot. I’m in the north end of Seattle and can loan you enough to test Gold, but it wouldn’t be good for a permanent setup (not enough gain).
The real key, absolutely essential, is VISIBLE LINE OF SIGHT to one of the sector panels. If you can look through binoculars and see the site, you can hit it. If not, it is very unlikely you could get a usable shot (unless you were very close). Your best shot, if you have it, would be Beacon. Second choice Capitol Park. Gold is a long distance, and there is another tower partially blocking the HamWAN sector aiming at Seattle, but several people in West Seattle have a good shot at Gold. I’m shooting at Gold, and get a very poor signal (using a 2 foot dish at my end). Part of the problem is I’m right on the edge of sector 1 and sector 2 (the sectors are 120 degrees wide, and signal at the edges is poorer than closer to the center). Part of the problem is Gold sectors have down-tilt, they are aimed down toward the area surrounding Gold on the peninsula, so Seattle is above the peak of the signal. And the last part of the problem is the blocking tower I mentioned. A person on Queen Anne has a beautiful view of Gold, but a relatively poor signal (usable but not fantastic). For all of these reasons, Gold is a last choice from Seattle if you have any view of Beacon or Capitol Park.
You are welcome to contact me directly if you want to arrange use of a flat panel HamWAN “dish” that can see Gold if there is line of sight. I know another person who lives south and I’m sure has some portable gear who could also help.
Carl, N7KUW (carl@n7kuw.com)
From: PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org] On Behalf Of Andrew Musselman Sent: Wednesday, January 2, 2019 11:02 PM To: Puget Sound Data Ring Subject: Re: [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site
Thanks a lot Rob; I'll send my address off-list, will appreciate any help.
If anyone closer has gear to lend I'll be happy to use it; otherwise I will hit you up some time for yours.
Best Andrew
On Wed, Jan 2, 2019 at 22:54 Rob Salsgiver <rob@nr3o.com> wrote: Andrew,
I did a quick look with CalTopo and it looks like Beacon Hill doesn’t quite work for the coordinates you gave. Gold you are right on the edge on. It appears as though you might be right on or over a ridge. With a bit more accurate positioning I can get a better idea for sure on Gold.
On the plus side, you appear to be right in a patch that gets lit up by Capitol Park. If someone closer to you doesn’t have some gear that you can test with, let me know. I have a grid combo I can loan you for testing, but I’m clear up in Granite Falls.
If you can shoot me an address, tighter GPS, and/or a height at your location I can get a better picture for you and send you a couple of pics.
Cheers, Rob Salsgiver – NR3O
From: PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org] On Behalf Of Andrew Musselman Sent: Wednesday, January 2, 2019 9:12 PM To: psdr@hamwan.org Subject: [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site
Hi, I'm just reading up on HamWAN and considering getting connected. I see I'm in a reddish zone surrounded by white on the coverage map now and am wondering if my property would be a good place for a new cell/link site.
I'll have to do some tests to see, but I might have line of sight to Gold Mountain, and might be able to see Beacon Hill from a roof. I'm at approximately 47.569,-122.399.
Let me know if you have any recommendations on how to proceed; I don't want to invest in gear unless I know I'll be able to make it work.
Thanks!
Best Andrew
-- Andrew Musselman KI7KQA _______________________________________________ PSDR mailing list PSDR@hamwan.org http://mail.hamwan.net/mailman/listinfo/psdr -- Andrew Musselman KI7KQA _______________________________________________ PSDR mailing list PSDR@hamwan.org http://mail.hamwan.net/mailman/listinfo/psdr
Works for me, would be happy to help with your site too. Any times work better for you than others? I'm flexible from about ten until two tomorrow. On Sat, Jan 5, 2019 at 6:04 PM Jonathan Scherch, KK7PW < scherch.kk7pw@gmail.com> wrote:
Andrew and Carl,
I too am interested in joining HamWan and have a clear shot to Gold. If/when you meet with Andrew to test his sight, perhaps come by my QTH and test as well? I’d be pleased to hear any recommendations on gear and placement.
Thanks much.
Jonathan, KK7PW
On Jan 3, 2019, at 10:15, Carl <carl@n7kuw.com> wrote:
Andrew,
There are a number of folks in Seattle that have portable HamWAN gear and I’m sure someone would be glad to help you determine if you have a shot. I’m in the north end of Seattle and can loan you enough to test Gold, but it wouldn’t be good for a permanent setup (not enough gain).
The real key, absolutely essential, is VISIBLE LINE OF SIGHT to one of the sector panels. If you can look through binoculars and see the site, you can hit it. If not, it is very unlikely you could get a usable shot (unless you were very close). Your best shot, if you have it, would be Beacon. Second choice Capitol Park. Gold is a long distance, and there is another tower partially blocking the HamWAN sector aiming at Seattle, but several people in West Seattle have a good shot at Gold. I’m shooting at Gold, and get a very poor signal (using a 2 foot dish at my end). Part of the problem is I’m right on the edge of sector 1 and sector 2 (the sectors are 120 degrees wide, and signal at the edges is poorer than closer to the center). Part of the problem is Gold sectors have down-tilt, they are aimed down toward the area surrounding Gold on the peninsula, so Seattle is above the peak of the signal. And the last part of the problem is the blocking tower I mentioned. A person on Queen Anne has a beautiful view of Gold, but a relatively poor signal (usable but not fantastic). For all of these reasons, Gold is a last choice from Seattle if you have any view of Beacon or Capitol Park.
You are welcome to contact me directly if you want to arrange use of a flat panel HamWAN “dish” that can see Gold if there is line of sight. I know another person who lives south and I’m sure has some portable gear who could also help.
Carl, N7KUW (carl@n7kuw.com)
*From:* PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org <psdr-bounces@hamwan.org>] *On Behalf Of *Andrew Musselman *Sent:* Wednesday, January 2, 2019 11:02 PM *To:* Puget Sound Data Ring *Subject:* Re: [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site
Thanks a lot Rob; I'll send my address off-list, will appreciate any help.
If anyone closer has gear to lend I'll be happy to use it; otherwise I will hit you up some time for yours.
Best
Andrew
On Wed, Jan 2, 2019 at 22:54 Rob Salsgiver <rob@nr3o.com> wrote:
Andrew,
I did a quick look with CalTopo and it looks like Beacon Hill doesn’t quite work for the coordinates you gave. Gold you are right on the edge on. It appears as though you might be right on or over a ridge. With a bit more accurate positioning I can get a better idea for sure on Gold.
On the plus side, you appear to be right in a patch that gets lit up by Capitol Park. If someone closer to you doesn’t have some gear that you can test with, let me know. I have a grid combo I can loan you for testing, but I’m clear up in Granite Falls.
If you can shoot me an address, tighter GPS, and/or a height at your location I can get a better picture for you and send you a couple of pics.
Cheers,
Rob Salsgiver – NR3O
*From:* PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org] *On Behalf Of *Andrew Musselman *Sent:* Wednesday, January 2, 2019 9:12 PM *To:* psdr@hamwan.org *Subject:* [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site
Hi, I'm just reading up on HamWAN and considering getting connected. I see I'm in a reddish zone surrounded by white on the coverage map now and am wondering if my property would be a good place for a new cell/link site.
I'll have to do some tests to see, but I might have line of sight to Gold Mountain, and might be able to see Beacon Hill from a roof. I'm at approximately 47.569,-122.399.
Let me know if you have any recommendations on how to proceed; I don't want to invest in gear unless I know I'll be able to make it work.
Thanks!
Best
Andrew
--
Andrew Musselman
KI7KQA
_______________________________________________ PSDR mailing list PSDR@hamwan.org http://mail.hamwan.net/mailman/listinfo/psdr
--
Andrew Musselman
KI7KQA
_______________________________________________ PSDR mailing list PSDR@hamwan.org http://mail.hamwan.net/mailman/listinfo/psdr
_______________________________________________ PSDR mailing list PSDR@hamwan.org http://mail.hamwan.net/mailman/listinfo/psdr
-- Andrew Musselman KI7KQA
Speaking for PSRG and Seattle ACS tech teams, we have had very good luck with the Microtik Dynadish. https://streakwave.com/itemdesc.asp?ic=DynaDishG-5HacD&eq=&Tp=&o1=0 (be sure its the ROW (non-US) version; you will need to send proof of license and sign a waiver) The next step up from this is the full 2ft dish with shield kit (about twice the price. We have used these for repeater sites and any place with a clear shot at one of the cells. Very compromised locations may need the larger dish and shield kit. -Doug- On Sat, Jan 5, 2019 at 6:04 PM Jonathan Scherch, KK7PW < scherch.kk7pw@gmail.com> wrote:
Andrew and Carl,
I too am interested in joining HamWan and have a clear shot to Gold. If/when you meet with Andrew to test his sight, perhaps come by my QTH and test as well? I’d be pleased to hear any recommendations on gear and placement.
Thanks much.
Jonathan, KK7PW
On Jan 3, 2019, at 10:15, Carl <carl@n7kuw.com> wrote:
Andrew,
There are a number of folks in Seattle that have portable HamWAN gear and I’m sure someone would be glad to help you determine if you have a shot. I’m in the north end of Seattle and can loan you enough to test Gold, but it wouldn’t be good for a permanent setup (not enough gain).
The real key, absolutely essential, is VISIBLE LINE OF SIGHT to one of the sector panels. If you can look through binoculars and see the site, you can hit it. If not, it is very unlikely you could get a usable shot (unless you were very close). Your best shot, if you have it, would be Beacon. Second choice Capitol Park. Gold is a long distance, and there is another tower partially blocking the HamWAN sector aiming at Seattle, but several people in West Seattle have a good shot at Gold. I’m shooting at Gold, and get a very poor signal (using a 2 foot dish at my end). Part of the problem is I’m right on the edge of sector 1 and sector 2 (the sectors are 120 degrees wide, and signal at the edges is poorer than closer to the center). Part of the problem is Gold sectors have down-tilt, they are aimed down toward the area surrounding Gold on the peninsula, so Seattle is above the peak of the signal. And the last part of the problem is the blocking tower I mentioned. A person on Queen Anne has a beautiful view of Gold, but a relatively poor signal (usable but not fantastic). For all of these reasons, Gold is a last choice from Seattle if you have any view of Beacon or Capitol Park.
You are welcome to contact me directly if you want to arrange use of a flat panel HamWAN “dish” that can see Gold if there is line of sight. I know another person who lives south and I’m sure has some portable gear who could also help.
Carl, N7KUW (carl@n7kuw.com)
*From:* PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org <psdr-bounces@hamwan.org>] *On Behalf Of *Andrew Musselman *Sent:* Wednesday, January 2, 2019 11:02 PM *To:* Puget Sound Data Ring *Subject:* Re: [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site
Thanks a lot Rob; I'll send my address off-list, will appreciate any help.
If anyone closer has gear to lend I'll be happy to use it; otherwise I will hit you up some time for yours.
Best
Andrew
On Wed, Jan 2, 2019 at 22:54 Rob Salsgiver <rob@nr3o.com> wrote:
Andrew,
I did a quick look with CalTopo and it looks like Beacon Hill doesn’t quite work for the coordinates you gave. Gold you are right on the edge on. It appears as though you might be right on or over a ridge. With a bit more accurate positioning I can get a better idea for sure on Gold.
On the plus side, you appear to be right in a patch that gets lit up by Capitol Park. If someone closer to you doesn’t have some gear that you can test with, let me know. I have a grid combo I can loan you for testing, but I’m clear up in Granite Falls.
If you can shoot me an address, tighter GPS, and/or a height at your location I can get a better picture for you and send you a couple of pics.
Cheers,
Rob Salsgiver – NR3O
*From:* PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org] *On Behalf Of *Andrew Musselman *Sent:* Wednesday, January 2, 2019 9:12 PM *To:* psdr@hamwan.org *Subject:* [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site
Hi, I'm just reading up on HamWAN and considering getting connected. I see I'm in a reddish zone surrounded by white on the coverage map now and am wondering if my property would be a good place for a new cell/link site.
I'll have to do some tests to see, but I might have line of sight to Gold Mountain, and might be able to see Beacon Hill from a roof. I'm at approximately 47.569,-122.399.
Let me know if you have any recommendations on how to proceed; I don't want to invest in gear unless I know I'll be able to make it work.
Thanks!
Best
Andrew
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KI7KQA
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Thanks, Doug. Will look into this. Much appreciated. de KK7PW
On Jan 5, 2019, at 18:38, Doug Kingston <dpk@randomnotes.org> wrote:
Speaking for PSRG and Seattle ACS tech teams, we have had very good luck with the Microtik Dynadish. https://streakwave.com/itemdesc.asp?ic=DynaDishG-5HacD&eq=&Tp=&o1=0 (be sure its the ROW (non-US) version; you will need to send proof of license and sign a waiver)
The next step up from this is the full 2ft dish with shield kit (about twice the price. We have used these for repeater sites and any place with a clear shot at one of the cells. Very compromised locations may need the larger dish and shield kit.
-Doug-
On Sat, Jan 5, 2019 at 6:04 PM Jonathan Scherch, KK7PW <scherch.kk7pw@gmail.com> wrote: Andrew and Carl,
I too am interested in joining HamWan and have a clear shot to Gold. If/when you meet with Andrew to test his sight, perhaps come by my QTH and test as well? I’d be pleased to hear any recommendations on gear and placement.
Thanks much.
Jonathan, KK7PW
On Jan 3, 2019, at 10:15, Carl <carl@n7kuw.com> wrote:
Andrew,
There are a number of folks in Seattle that have portable HamWAN gear and I’m sure someone would be glad to help you determine if you have a shot. I’m in the north end of Seattle and can loan you enough to test Gold, but it wouldn’t be good for a permanent setup (not enough gain).
The real key, absolutely essential, is VISIBLE LINE OF SIGHT to one of the sector panels. If you can look through binoculars and see the site, you can hit it. If not, it is very unlikely you could get a usable shot (unless you were very close). Your best shot, if you have it, would be Beacon. Second choice Capitol Park. Gold is a long distance, and there is another tower partially blocking the HamWAN sector aiming at Seattle, but several people in West Seattle have a good shot at Gold. I’m shooting at Gold, and get a very poor signal (using a 2 foot dish at my end). Part of the problem is I’m right on the edge of sector 1 and sector 2 (the sectors are 120 degrees wide, and signal at the edges is poorer than closer to the center). Part of the problem is Gold sectors have down-tilt, they are aimed down toward the area surrounding Gold on the peninsula, so Seattle is above the peak of the signal. And the last part of the problem is the blocking tower I mentioned. A person on Queen Anne has a beautiful view of Gold, but a relatively poor signal (usable but not fantastic). For all of these reasons, Gold is a last choice from Seattle if you have any view of Beacon or Capitol Park.
You are welcome to contact me directly if you want to arrange use of a flat panel HamWAN “dish” that can see Gold if there is line of sight. I know another person who lives south and I’m sure has some portable gear who could also help.
Carl, N7KUW (carl@n7kuw.com)
From: PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org] On Behalf Of Andrew Musselman Sent: Wednesday, January 2, 2019 11:02 PM To: Puget Sound Data Ring Subject: Re: [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site
Thanks a lot Rob; I'll send my address off-list, will appreciate any help.
If anyone closer has gear to lend I'll be happy to use it; otherwise I will hit you up some time for yours.
Best
Andrew
On Wed, Jan 2, 2019 at 22:54 Rob Salsgiver <rob@nr3o.com> wrote:
Andrew,
I did a quick look with CalTopo and it looks like Beacon Hill doesn’t quite work for the coordinates you gave. Gold you are right on the edge on. It appears as though you might be right on or over a ridge. With a bit more accurate positioning I can get a better idea for sure on Gold.
On the plus side, you appear to be right in a patch that gets lit up by Capitol Park. If someone closer to you doesn’t have some gear that you can test with, let me know. I have a grid combo I can loan you for testing, but I’m clear up in Granite Falls.
If you can shoot me an address, tighter GPS, and/or a height at your location I can get a better picture for you and send you a couple of pics.
Cheers,
Rob Salsgiver – NR3O
From: PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org] On Behalf Of Andrew Musselman Sent: Wednesday, January 2, 2019 9:12 PM To: psdr@hamwan.org Subject: [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site
Hi, I'm just reading up on HamWAN and considering getting connected. I see I'm in a reddish zone surrounded by white on the coverage map now and am wondering if my property would be a good place for a new cell/link site.
I'll have to do some tests to see, but I might have line of sight to Gold Mountain, and might be able to see Beacon Hill from a roof. I'm at approximately 47.569,-122.399.
Let me know if you have any recommendations on how to proceed; I don't want to invest in gear unless I know I'll be able to make it work.
Thanks!
Best
Andrew
--
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KI7KQA
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--
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KI7KQA
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Thanks Doug On Sat, Jan 5, 2019 at 6:48 PM Jonathan Scherch, KK7PW < scherch.kk7pw@gmail.com> wrote:
Thanks, Doug. Will look into this. Much appreciated.
de KK7PW
On Jan 5, 2019, at 18:38, Doug Kingston <dpk@randomnotes.org> wrote:
Speaking for PSRG and Seattle ACS tech teams, we have had very good luck with the Microtik Dynadish. https://streakwave.com/itemdesc.asp?ic=DynaDishG-5HacD&eq=&Tp=&o1=0 (be sure its the ROW (non-US) version; you will need to send proof of license and sign a waiver)
The next step up from this is the full 2ft dish with shield kit (about twice the price. We have used these for repeater sites and any place with a clear shot at one of the cells. Very compromised locations may need the larger dish and shield kit.
-Doug-
On Sat, Jan 5, 2019 at 6:04 PM Jonathan Scherch, KK7PW < scherch.kk7pw@gmail.com> wrote:
Andrew and Carl,
I too am interested in joining HamWan and have a clear shot to Gold. If/when you meet with Andrew to test his sight, perhaps come by my QTH and test as well? I’d be pleased to hear any recommendations on gear and placement.
Thanks much.
Jonathan, KK7PW
On Jan 3, 2019, at 10:15, Carl <carl@n7kuw.com> wrote:
Andrew,
There are a number of folks in Seattle that have portable HamWAN gear and I’m sure someone would be glad to help you determine if you have a shot. I’m in the north end of Seattle and can loan you enough to test Gold, but it wouldn’t be good for a permanent setup (not enough gain).
The real key, absolutely essential, is VISIBLE LINE OF SIGHT to one of the sector panels. If you can look through binoculars and see the site, you can hit it. If not, it is very unlikely you could get a usable shot (unless you were very close). Your best shot, if you have it, would be Beacon. Second choice Capitol Park. Gold is a long distance, and there is another tower partially blocking the HamWAN sector aiming at Seattle, but several people in West Seattle have a good shot at Gold. I’m shooting at Gold, and get a very poor signal (using a 2 foot dish at my end). Part of the problem is I’m right on the edge of sector 1 and sector 2 (the sectors are 120 degrees wide, and signal at the edges is poorer than closer to the center). Part of the problem is Gold sectors have down-tilt, they are aimed down toward the area surrounding Gold on the peninsula, so Seattle is above the peak of the signal. And the last part of the problem is the blocking tower I mentioned. A person on Queen Anne has a beautiful view of Gold, but a relatively poor signal (usable but not fantastic). For all of these reasons, Gold is a last choice from Seattle if you have any view of Beacon or Capitol Park.
You are welcome to contact me directly if you want to arrange use of a flat panel HamWAN “dish” that can see Gold if there is line of sight. I know another person who lives south and I’m sure has some portable gear who could also help.
Carl, N7KUW (carl@n7kuw.com)
*From:* PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org <psdr-bounces@hamwan.org>] *On Behalf Of *Andrew Musselman *Sent:* Wednesday, January 2, 2019 11:02 PM *To:* Puget Sound Data Ring *Subject:* Re: [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site
Thanks a lot Rob; I'll send my address off-list, will appreciate any help.
If anyone closer has gear to lend I'll be happy to use it; otherwise I will hit you up some time for yours.
Best
Andrew
On Wed, Jan 2, 2019 at 22:54 Rob Salsgiver <rob@nr3o.com> wrote:
Andrew,
I did a quick look with CalTopo and it looks like Beacon Hill doesn’t quite work for the coordinates you gave. Gold you are right on the edge on. It appears as though you might be right on or over a ridge. With a bit more accurate positioning I can get a better idea for sure on Gold.
On the plus side, you appear to be right in a patch that gets lit up by Capitol Park. If someone closer to you doesn’t have some gear that you can test with, let me know. I have a grid combo I can loan you for testing, but I’m clear up in Granite Falls.
If you can shoot me an address, tighter GPS, and/or a height at your location I can get a better picture for you and send you a couple of pics.
Cheers,
Rob Salsgiver – NR3O
*From:* PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org] *On Behalf Of *Andrew Musselman *Sent:* Wednesday, January 2, 2019 9:12 PM *To:* psdr@hamwan.org *Subject:* [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site
Hi, I'm just reading up on HamWAN and considering getting connected. I see I'm in a reddish zone surrounded by white on the coverage map now and am wondering if my property would be a good place for a new cell/link site.
I'll have to do some tests to see, but I might have line of sight to Gold Mountain, and might be able to see Beacon Hill from a roof. I'm at approximately 47.569,-122.399.
Let me know if you have any recommendations on how to proceed; I don't want to invest in gear unless I know I'll be able to make it work.
Thanks!
Best
Andrew
--
Andrew Musselman
KI7KQA
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--
Andrew Musselman
KI7KQA
_______________________________________________ PSDR mailing list PSDR@hamwan.org http://mail.hamwan.net/mailman/listinfo/psdr
_______________________________________________ PSDR mailing list PSDR@hamwan.org http://mail.hamwan.net/mailman/listinfo/psdr
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Is there anyway to make reply not reply to all? Get Outlook for Android<https://aka.ms/ghei36> ________________________________ From: PSDR <psdr-bounces@hamwan.org> on behalf of Andrew Musselman <ki7kqa@gmail.com> Sent: Saturday, January 5, 2019 7:02:00 PM To: Puget Sound Data Ring Subject: Re: [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site Thanks Doug On Sat, Jan 5, 2019 at 6:48 PM Jonathan Scherch, KK7PW <scherch.kk7pw@gmail.com<mailto:scherch.kk7pw@gmail.com>> wrote: Thanks, Doug. Will look into this. Much appreciated. de KK7PW On Jan 5, 2019, at 18:38, Doug Kingston <dpk@randomnotes.org<mailto:dpk@randomnotes.org>> wrote: Speaking for PSRG and Seattle ACS tech teams, we have had very good luck with the Microtik Dynadish. https://streakwave.com/itemdesc.asp?ic=DynaDishG-5HacD&eq=&Tp=&o1=0 (be sure its the ROW (non-US) version; you will need to send proof of license and sign a waiver) The next step up from this is the full 2ft dish with shield kit (about twice the price. We have used these for repeater sites and any place with a clear shot at one of the cells. Very compromised locations may need the larger dish and shield kit. -Doug- On Sat, Jan 5, 2019 at 6:04 PM Jonathan Scherch, KK7PW <scherch.kk7pw@gmail.com<mailto:scherch.kk7pw@gmail.com>> wrote: Andrew and Carl, I too am interested in joining HamWan and have a clear shot to Gold. If/when you meet with Andrew to test his sight, perhaps come by my QTH and test as well? I’d be pleased to hear any recommendations on gear and placement. Thanks much. Jonathan, KK7PW On Jan 3, 2019, at 10:15, Carl <carl@n7kuw.com<mailto:carl@n7kuw.com>> wrote: Andrew, There are a number of folks in Seattle that have portable HamWAN gear and I’m sure someone would be glad to help you determine if you have a shot. I’m in the north end of Seattle and can loan you enough to test Gold, but it wouldn’t be good for a permanent setup (not enough gain). The real key, absolutely essential, is VISIBLE LINE OF SIGHT to one of the sector panels. If you can look through binoculars and see the site, you can hit it. If not, it is very unlikely you could get a usable shot (unless you were very close). Your best shot, if you have it, would be Beacon. Second choice Capitol Park. Gold is a long distance, and there is another tower partially blocking the HamWAN sector aiming at Seattle, but several people in West Seattle have a good shot at Gold. I’m shooting at Gold, and get a very poor signal (using a 2 foot dish at my end). Part of the problem is I’m right on the edge of sector 1 and sector 2 (the sectors are 120 degrees wide, and signal at the edges is poorer than closer to the center). Part of the problem is Gold sectors have down-tilt, they are aimed down toward the area surrounding Gold on the peninsula, so Seattle is above the peak of the signal. And the last part of the problem is the blocking tower I mentioned. A person on Queen Anne has a beautiful view of Gold, but a relatively poor signal (usable but not fantastic). For all of these reasons, Gold is a last choice from Seattle if you have any view of Beacon or Capitol Park. You are welcome to contact me directly if you want to arrange use of a flat panel HamWAN “dish” that can see Gold if there is line of sight. I know another person who lives south and I’m sure has some portable gear who could also help. Carl, N7KUW (carl@n7kuw.com<mailto:carl@n7kuw.com>) From: PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org] On Behalf Of Andrew Musselman Sent: Wednesday, January 2, 2019 11:02 PM To: Puget Sound Data Ring Subject: Re: [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site Thanks a lot Rob; I'll send my address off-list, will appreciate any help. If anyone closer has gear to lend I'll be happy to use it; otherwise I will hit you up some time for yours. Best Andrew On Wed, Jan 2, 2019 at 22:54 Rob Salsgiver <rob@nr3o.com<mailto:rob@nr3o.com>> wrote: Andrew, I did a quick look with CalTopo and it looks like Beacon Hill doesn’t quite work for the coordinates you gave. Gold you are right on the edge on. It appears as though you might be right on or over a ridge. With a bit more accurate positioning I can get a better idea for sure on Gold. On the plus side, you appear to be right in a patch that gets lit up by Capitol Park. If someone closer to you doesn’t have some gear that you can test with, let me know. I have a grid combo I can loan you for testing, but I’m clear up in Granite Falls. If you can shoot me an address, tighter GPS, and/or a height at your location I can get a better picture for you and send you a couple of pics. Cheers, Rob Salsgiver – NR3O From: PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org<mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org>] On Behalf Of Andrew Musselman Sent: Wednesday, January 2, 2019 9:12 PM To: psdr@hamwan.org<mailto:psdr@hamwan.org> Subject: [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site Hi, I'm just reading up on HamWAN and considering getting connected. I see I'm in a reddish zone surrounded by white on the coverage map now and am wondering if my property would be a good place for a new cell/link site. I'll have to do some tests to see, but I might have line of sight to Gold Mountain, and might be able to see Beacon Hill from a roof. I'm at approximately 47.569,-122.399. Let me know if you have any recommendations on how to proceed; I don't want to invest in gear unless I know I'll be able to make it work. Thanks! Best Andrew -- Andrew Musselman KI7KQA _______________________________________________ PSDR mailing list PSDR@hamwan.org<mailto:PSDR@hamwan.org> http://mail.hamwan.net/mailman/listinfo/psdr -- Andrew Musselman KI7KQA _______________________________________________ PSDR mailing list PSDR@hamwan.org<mailto:PSDR@hamwan.org> http://mail.hamwan.net/mailman/listinfo/psdr _______________________________________________ PSDR mailing list PSDR@hamwan.org<mailto:PSDR@hamwan.org> http://mail.hamwan.net/mailman/listinfo/psdr _______________________________________________ PSDR mailing list PSDR@hamwan.org<mailto:PSDR@hamwan.org> http://mail.hamwan.net/mailman/listinfo/psdr _______________________________________________ PSDR mailing list PSDR@hamwan.org<mailto:PSDR@hamwan.org> http://mail.hamwan.net/mailman/listinfo/psdr -- Andrew Musselman KI7KQA
Doug, I ordered this product. I look forward to utilizing this device in a mobile application as I live in a valley in Lake City. Todd Lilleness KG7VRV On Sat, Jan 5, 2019, 6:38 PM Doug Kingston <dpk@randomnotes.org wrote:
Speaking for PSRG and Seattle ACS tech teams, we have had very good luck with the Microtik Dynadish. https://streakwave.com/itemdesc.asp?ic=DynaDishG-5HacD&eq=&Tp=&o1=0 (be sure its the ROW (non-US) version; you will need to send proof of license and sign a waiver)
The next step up from this is the full 2ft dish with shield kit (about twice the price. We have used these for repeater sites and any place with a clear shot at one of the cells. Very compromised locations may need the larger dish and shield kit.
-Doug-
On Sat, Jan 5, 2019 at 6:04 PM Jonathan Scherch, KK7PW < scherch.kk7pw@gmail.com> wrote:
Andrew and Carl,
I too am interested in joining HamWan and have a clear shot to Gold. If/when you meet with Andrew to test his sight, perhaps come by my QTH and test as well? I’d be pleased to hear any recommendations on gear and placement.
Thanks much.
Jonathan, KK7PW
On Jan 3, 2019, at 10:15, Carl <carl@n7kuw.com> wrote:
Andrew,
There are a number of folks in Seattle that have portable HamWAN gear and I’m sure someone would be glad to help you determine if you have a shot. I’m in the north end of Seattle and can loan you enough to test Gold, but it wouldn’t be good for a permanent setup (not enough gain).
The real key, absolutely essential, is VISIBLE LINE OF SIGHT to one of the sector panels. If you can look through binoculars and see the site, you can hit it. If not, it is very unlikely you could get a usable shot (unless you were very close). Your best shot, if you have it, would be Beacon. Second choice Capitol Park. Gold is a long distance, and there is another tower partially blocking the HamWAN sector aiming at Seattle, but several people in West Seattle have a good shot at Gold. I’m shooting at Gold, and get a very poor signal (using a 2 foot dish at my end). Part of the problem is I’m right on the edge of sector 1 and sector 2 (the sectors are 120 degrees wide, and signal at the edges is poorer than closer to the center). Part of the problem is Gold sectors have down-tilt, they are aimed down toward the area surrounding Gold on the peninsula, so Seattle is above the peak of the signal. And the last part of the problem is the blocking tower I mentioned. A person on Queen Anne has a beautiful view of Gold, but a relatively poor signal (usable but not fantastic). For all of these reasons, Gold is a last choice from Seattle if you have any view of Beacon or Capitol Park.
You are welcome to contact me directly if you want to arrange use of a flat panel HamWAN “dish” that can see Gold if there is line of sight. I know another person who lives south and I’m sure has some portable gear who could also help.
Carl, N7KUW (carl@n7kuw.com)
*From:* PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org <psdr-bounces@hamwan.org>] *On Behalf Of *Andrew Musselman *Sent:* Wednesday, January 2, 2019 11:02 PM *To:* Puget Sound Data Ring *Subject:* Re: [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site
Thanks a lot Rob; I'll send my address off-list, will appreciate any help.
If anyone closer has gear to lend I'll be happy to use it; otherwise I will hit you up some time for yours.
Best
Andrew
On Wed, Jan 2, 2019 at 22:54 Rob Salsgiver <rob@nr3o.com> wrote:
Andrew,
I did a quick look with CalTopo and it looks like Beacon Hill doesn’t quite work for the coordinates you gave. Gold you are right on the edge on. It appears as though you might be right on or over a ridge. With a bit more accurate positioning I can get a better idea for sure on Gold.
On the plus side, you appear to be right in a patch that gets lit up by Capitol Park. If someone closer to you doesn’t have some gear that you can test with, let me know. I have a grid combo I can loan you for testing, but I’m clear up in Granite Falls.
If you can shoot me an address, tighter GPS, and/or a height at your location I can get a better picture for you and send you a couple of pics.
Cheers,
Rob Salsgiver – NR3O
*From:* PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org] *On Behalf Of *Andrew Musselman *Sent:* Wednesday, January 2, 2019 9:12 PM *To:* psdr@hamwan.org *Subject:* [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site
Hi, I'm just reading up on HamWAN and considering getting connected. I see I'm in a reddish zone surrounded by white on the coverage map now and am wondering if my property would be a good place for a new cell/link site.
I'll have to do some tests to see, but I might have line of sight to Gold Mountain, and might be able to see Beacon Hill from a roof. I'm at approximately 47.569,-122.399.
Let me know if you have any recommendations on how to proceed; I don't want to invest in gear unless I know I'll be able to make it work.
Thanks!
Best
Andrew
--
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KI7KQA
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--
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KI7KQA
_______________________________________________ PSDR mailing list PSDR@hamwan.org http://mail.hamwan.net/mailman/listinfo/psdr
_______________________________________________ PSDR mailing list PSDR@hamwan.org http://mail.hamwan.net/mailman/listinfo/psdr
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Thanks to Carl for the visit; we established I will have a decent connection to Capitol Park. 73, have a good week all! On Sat, Jan 5, 2019 at 6:38 PM Doug Kingston <dpk@randomnotes.org> wrote:
Speaking for PSRG and Seattle ACS tech teams, we have had very good luck with the Microtik Dynadish. https://streakwave.com/itemdesc.asp?ic=DynaDishG-5HacD&eq=&Tp=&o1=0 (be sure its the ROW (non-US) version; you will need to send proof of license and sign a waiver)
The next step up from this is the full 2ft dish with shield kit (about twice the price. We have used these for repeater sites and any place with a clear shot at one of the cells. Very compromised locations may need the larger dish and shield kit.
-Doug-
On Sat, Jan 5, 2019 at 6:04 PM Jonathan Scherch, KK7PW < scherch.kk7pw@gmail.com> wrote:
Andrew and Carl,
I too am interested in joining HamWan and have a clear shot to Gold. If/when you meet with Andrew to test his sight, perhaps come by my QTH and test as well? I’d be pleased to hear any recommendations on gear and placement.
Thanks much.
Jonathan, KK7PW
On Jan 3, 2019, at 10:15, Carl <carl@n7kuw.com> wrote:
Andrew,
There are a number of folks in Seattle that have portable HamWAN gear and I’m sure someone would be glad to help you determine if you have a shot. I’m in the north end of Seattle and can loan you enough to test Gold, but it wouldn’t be good for a permanent setup (not enough gain).
The real key, absolutely essential, is VISIBLE LINE OF SIGHT to one of the sector panels. If you can look through binoculars and see the site, you can hit it. If not, it is very unlikely you could get a usable shot (unless you were very close). Your best shot, if you have it, would be Beacon. Second choice Capitol Park. Gold is a long distance, and there is another tower partially blocking the HamWAN sector aiming at Seattle, but several people in West Seattle have a good shot at Gold. I’m shooting at Gold, and get a very poor signal (using a 2 foot dish at my end). Part of the problem is I’m right on the edge of sector 1 and sector 2 (the sectors are 120 degrees wide, and signal at the edges is poorer than closer to the center). Part of the problem is Gold sectors have down-tilt, they are aimed down toward the area surrounding Gold on the peninsula, so Seattle is above the peak of the signal. And the last part of the problem is the blocking tower I mentioned. A person on Queen Anne has a beautiful view of Gold, but a relatively poor signal (usable but not fantastic). For all of these reasons, Gold is a last choice from Seattle if you have any view of Beacon or Capitol Park.
You are welcome to contact me directly if you want to arrange use of a flat panel HamWAN “dish” that can see Gold if there is line of sight. I know another person who lives south and I’m sure has some portable gear who could also help.
Carl, N7KUW (carl@n7kuw.com)
*From:* PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org <psdr-bounces@hamwan.org>] *On Behalf Of *Andrew Musselman *Sent:* Wednesday, January 2, 2019 11:02 PM *To:* Puget Sound Data Ring *Subject:* Re: [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site
Thanks a lot Rob; I'll send my address off-list, will appreciate any help.
If anyone closer has gear to lend I'll be happy to use it; otherwise I will hit you up some time for yours.
Best
Andrew
On Wed, Jan 2, 2019 at 22:54 Rob Salsgiver <rob@nr3o.com> wrote:
Andrew,
I did a quick look with CalTopo and it looks like Beacon Hill doesn’t quite work for the coordinates you gave. Gold you are right on the edge on. It appears as though you might be right on or over a ridge. With a bit more accurate positioning I can get a better idea for sure on Gold.
On the plus side, you appear to be right in a patch that gets lit up by Capitol Park. If someone closer to you doesn’t have some gear that you can test with, let me know. I have a grid combo I can loan you for testing, but I’m clear up in Granite Falls.
If you can shoot me an address, tighter GPS, and/or a height at your location I can get a better picture for you and send you a couple of pics.
Cheers,
Rob Salsgiver – NR3O
*From:* PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org] *On Behalf Of *Andrew Musselman *Sent:* Wednesday, January 2, 2019 9:12 PM *To:* psdr@hamwan.org *Subject:* [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site
Hi, I'm just reading up on HamWAN and considering getting connected. I see I'm in a reddish zone surrounded by white on the coverage map now and am wondering if my property would be a good place for a new cell/link site.
I'll have to do some tests to see, but I might have line of sight to Gold Mountain, and might be able to see Beacon Hill from a roof. I'm at approximately 47.569,-122.399.
Let me know if you have any recommendations on how to proceed; I don't want to invest in gear unless I know I'll be able to make it work.
Thanks!
Best
Andrew
--
Andrew Musselman
KI7KQA
_______________________________________________ PSDR mailing list PSDR@hamwan.org http://mail.hamwan.net/mailman/listinfo/psdr
--
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KI7KQA
_______________________________________________ PSDR mailing list PSDR@hamwan.org http://mail.hamwan.net/mailman/listinfo/psdr
_______________________________________________ PSDR mailing list PSDR@hamwan.org http://mail.hamwan.net/mailman/listinfo/psdr
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-- Andrew Musselman KI7KQA
Doug, do you have the model number handy for the larger two-foot dish and shield? On Sun, Jan 6, 2019 at 1:25 PM Andrew Musselman <ki7kqa@gmail.com> wrote:
Thanks to Carl for the visit; we established I will have a decent connection to Capitol Park.
73, have a good week all!
On Sat, Jan 5, 2019 at 6:38 PM Doug Kingston <dpk@randomnotes.org> wrote:
Speaking for PSRG and Seattle ACS tech teams, we have had very good luck with the Microtik Dynadish. https://streakwave.com/itemdesc.asp?ic=DynaDishG-5HacD&eq=&Tp=&o1=0 (be sure its the ROW (non-US) version; you will need to send proof of license and sign a waiver)
The next step up from this is the full 2ft dish with shield kit (about twice the price. We have used these for repeater sites and any place with a clear shot at one of the cells. Very compromised locations may need the larger dish and shield kit.
-Doug-
On Sat, Jan 5, 2019 at 6:04 PM Jonathan Scherch, KK7PW < scherch.kk7pw@gmail.com> wrote:
Andrew and Carl,
I too am interested in joining HamWan and have a clear shot to Gold. If/when you meet with Andrew to test his sight, perhaps come by my QTH and test as well? I’d be pleased to hear any recommendations on gear and placement.
Thanks much.
Jonathan, KK7PW
On Jan 3, 2019, at 10:15, Carl <carl@n7kuw.com> wrote:
Andrew,
There are a number of folks in Seattle that have portable HamWAN gear and I’m sure someone would be glad to help you determine if you have a shot. I’m in the north end of Seattle and can loan you enough to test Gold, but it wouldn’t be good for a permanent setup (not enough gain).
The real key, absolutely essential, is VISIBLE LINE OF SIGHT to one of the sector panels. If you can look through binoculars and see the site, you can hit it. If not, it is very unlikely you could get a usable shot (unless you were very close). Your best shot, if you have it, would be Beacon. Second choice Capitol Park. Gold is a long distance, and there is another tower partially blocking the HamWAN sector aiming at Seattle, but several people in West Seattle have a good shot at Gold. I’m shooting at Gold, and get a very poor signal (using a 2 foot dish at my end). Part of the problem is I’m right on the edge of sector 1 and sector 2 (the sectors are 120 degrees wide, and signal at the edges is poorer than closer to the center). Part of the problem is Gold sectors have down-tilt, they are aimed down toward the area surrounding Gold on the peninsula, so Seattle is above the peak of the signal. And the last part of the problem is the blocking tower I mentioned. A person on Queen Anne has a beautiful view of Gold, but a relatively poor signal (usable but not fantastic). For all of these reasons, Gold is a last choice from Seattle if you have any view of Beacon or Capitol Park.
You are welcome to contact me directly if you want to arrange use of a flat panel HamWAN “dish” that can see Gold if there is line of sight. I know another person who lives south and I’m sure has some portable gear who could also help.
Carl, N7KUW (carl@n7kuw.com)
*From:* PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org <psdr-bounces@hamwan.org>] *On Behalf Of *Andrew Musselman *Sent:* Wednesday, January 2, 2019 11:02 PM *To:* Puget Sound Data Ring *Subject:* Re: [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site
Thanks a lot Rob; I'll send my address off-list, will appreciate any help.
If anyone closer has gear to lend I'll be happy to use it; otherwise I will hit you up some time for yours.
Best
Andrew
On Wed, Jan 2, 2019 at 22:54 Rob Salsgiver <rob@nr3o.com> wrote:
Andrew,
I did a quick look with CalTopo and it looks like Beacon Hill doesn’t quite work for the coordinates you gave. Gold you are right on the edge on. It appears as though you might be right on or over a ridge. With a bit more accurate positioning I can get a better idea for sure on Gold.
On the plus side, you appear to be right in a patch that gets lit up by Capitol Park. If someone closer to you doesn’t have some gear that you can test with, let me know. I have a grid combo I can loan you for testing, but I’m clear up in Granite Falls.
If you can shoot me an address, tighter GPS, and/or a height at your location I can get a better picture for you and send you a couple of pics.
Cheers,
Rob Salsgiver – NR3O
*From:* PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org] *On Behalf Of *Andrew Musselman *Sent:* Wednesday, January 2, 2019 9:12 PM *To:* psdr@hamwan.org *Subject:* [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site
Hi, I'm just reading up on HamWAN and considering getting connected. I see I'm in a reddish zone surrounded by white on the coverage map now and am wondering if my property would be a good place for a new cell/link site.
I'll have to do some tests to see, but I might have line of sight to Gold Mountain, and might be able to see Beacon Hill from a roof. I'm at approximately 47.569,-122.399.
Let me know if you have any recommendations on how to proceed; I don't want to invest in gear unless I know I'll be able to make it work.
Thanks!
Best
Andrew
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I just happened to send the following to Andrew about the same time he inquired about this dish. This is the dish and radio on Amazon. I’m sure it is available elsewhere also. I am using the dish without the shield kit (“barrel” and front cover), but those are essential if you are on a site with any other 5GHz equipment. This is the dish I am using at my house, and what I would strongly recommend for a shot to Gold Mtn (due to significantly longer range). This is a 30dbi dish. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MG4UDAA/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie... <https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MG4UDAA/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1> &psc=1 And this is the radio/modem/router to go with the dish. Again, can’t emphasize too much to make sure you specify the international version if/when ordering. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GA0DMDQ/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie... <https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GA0DMDQ/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1> &psc=1 Carl From: PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org] On Behalf Of Andrew Musselman Sent: Sunday, January 6, 2019 3:21 PM To: Puget Sound Data Ring Subject: Re: [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site Doug, do you have the model number handy for the larger two-foot dish and shield? On Sun, Jan 6, 2019 at 1:25 PM Andrew Musselman <ki7kqa@gmail.com> wrote: Thanks to Carl for the visit; we established I will have a decent connection to Capitol Park. 73, have a good week all! On Sat, Jan 5, 2019 at 6:38 PM Doug Kingston <dpk@randomnotes.org> wrote: Speaking for PSRG and Seattle ACS tech teams, we have had very good luck with the Microtik Dynadish. https://streakwave.com/itemdesc.asp?ic=DynaDishG-5HacD <https://streakwave.com/itemdesc.asp?ic=DynaDishG-5HacD&eq=&Tp=&o1=0> &eq=&Tp=&o1=0 (be sure its the ROW (non-US) version; you will need to send proof of license and sign a waiver) The next step up from this is the full 2ft dish with shield kit (about twice the price. We have used these for repeater sites and any place with a clear shot at one of the cells. Very compromised locations may need the larger dish and shield kit. -Doug- On Sat, Jan 5, 2019 at 6:04 PM Jonathan Scherch, KK7PW <scherch.kk7pw@gmail.com> wrote: Andrew and Carl, I too am interested in joining HamWan and have a clear shot to Gold. If/when you meet with Andrew to test his sight, perhaps come by my QTH and test as well? I’d be pleased to hear any recommendations on gear and placement. Thanks much. Jonathan, KK7PW On Jan 3, 2019, at 10:15, Carl <carl@n7kuw.com> wrote: Andrew, There are a number of folks in Seattle that have portable HamWAN gear and I’m sure someone would be glad to help you determine if you have a shot. I’m in the north end of Seattle and can loan you enough to test Gold, but it wouldn’t be good for a permanent setup (not enough gain). The real key, absolutely essential, is VISIBLE LINE OF SIGHT to one of the sector panels. If you can look through binoculars and see the site, you can hit it. If not, it is very unlikely you could get a usable shot (unless you were very close). Your best shot, if you have it, would be Beacon. Second choice Capitol Park. Gold is a long distance, and there is another tower partially blocking the HamWAN sector aiming at Seattle, but several people in West Seattle have a good shot at Gold. I’m shooting at Gold, and get a very poor signal (using a 2 foot dish at my end). Part of the problem is I’m right on the edge of sector 1 and sector 2 (the sectors are 120 degrees wide, and signal at the edges is poorer than closer to the center). Part of the problem is Gold sectors have down-tilt, they are aimed down toward the area surrounding Gold on the peninsula, so Seattle is above the peak of the signal. And the last part of the problem is the blocking tower I mentioned. A person on Queen Anne has a beautiful view of Gold, but a relatively poor signal (usable but not fantastic). For all of these reasons, Gold is a last choice from Seattle if you have any view of Beacon or Capitol Park. You are welcome to contact me directly if you want to arrange use of a flat panel HamWAN “dish” that can see Gold if there is line of sight. I know another person who lives south and I’m sure has some portable gear who could also help. Carl, N7KUW (carl@n7kuw.com) From: PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org] On Behalf Of Andrew Musselman Sent: Wednesday, January 2, 2019 11:02 PM To: Puget Sound Data Ring Subject: Re: [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site Thanks a lot Rob; I'll send my address off-list, will appreciate any help. If anyone closer has gear to lend I'll be happy to use it; otherwise I will hit you up some time for yours. Best Andrew On Wed, Jan 2, 2019 at 22:54 Rob Salsgiver <rob@nr3o.com> wrote: Andrew, I did a quick look with CalTopo and it looks like Beacon Hill doesn’t quite work for the coordinates you gave. Gold you are right on the edge on. It appears as though you might be right on or over a ridge. With a bit more accurate positioning I can get a better idea for sure on Gold. On the plus side, you appear to be right in a patch that gets lit up by Capitol Park. If someone closer to you doesn’t have some gear that you can test with, let me know. I have a grid combo I can loan you for testing, but I’m clear up in Granite Falls. If you can shoot me an address, tighter GPS, and/or a height at your location I can get a better picture for you and send you a couple of pics. Cheers, Rob Salsgiver – NR3O From: PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org] On Behalf Of Andrew Musselman Sent: Wednesday, January 2, 2019 9:12 PM To: psdr@hamwan.org Subject: [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site Hi, I'm just reading up on HamWAN and considering getting connected. I see I'm in a reddish zone surrounded by white on the coverage map now and am wondering if my property would be a good place for a new cell/link site. I'll have to do some tests to see, but I might have line of sight to Gold Mountain, and might be able to see Beacon Hill from a roof. I'm at approximately 47.569,-122.399. Let me know if you have any recommendations on how to proceed; I don't want to invest in gear unless I know I'll be able to make it work. Thanks! Best Andrew -- Andrew Musselman KI7KQA _______________________________________________ PSDR mailing list PSDR@hamwan.org http://mail.hamwan.net/mailman/listinfo/psdr -- Andrew Musselman KI7KQA _______________________________________________ PSDR mailing list PSDR@hamwan.org http://mail.hamwan.net/mailman/listinfo/psdr _______________________________________________ PSDR mailing list PSDR@hamwan.org http://mail.hamwan.net/mailman/listinfo/psdr _______________________________________________ PSDR mailing list PSDR@hamwan.org http://mail.hamwan.net/mailman/listinfo/psdr -- Andrew Musselman KI7KQA -- Andrew Musselman KI7KQA
Doug, Curtis emailed me to confirm my desire for the ROW product. He has insight on the needs of the HAMWan requirements. Folks can contact him directly per our conversation. curtis.gofforth@streakwave.com Todd Lilleness KG7VRV On Sat, Jan 5, 2019, 6:38 PM Doug Kingston <dpk@randomnotes.org wrote:
Speaking for PSRG and Seattle ACS tech teams, we have had very good luck with the Microtik Dynadish. https://streakwave.com/itemdesc.asp?ic=DynaDishG-5HacD&eq=&Tp=&o1=0 (be sure its the ROW (non-US) version; you will need to send proof of license and sign a waiver)
The next step up from this is the full 2ft dish with shield kit (about twice the price. We have used these for repeater sites and any place with a clear shot at one of the cells. Very compromised locations may need the larger dish and shield kit.
-Doug-
On Sat, Jan 5, 2019 at 6:04 PM Jonathan Scherch, KK7PW < scherch.kk7pw@gmail.com> wrote:
Andrew and Carl,
I too am interested in joining HamWan and have a clear shot to Gold. If/when you meet with Andrew to test his sight, perhaps come by my QTH and test as well? I’d be pleased to hear any recommendations on gear and placement.
Thanks much.
Jonathan, KK7PW
On Jan 3, 2019, at 10:15, Carl <carl@n7kuw.com> wrote:
Andrew,
There are a number of folks in Seattle that have portable HamWAN gear and I’m sure someone would be glad to help you determine if you have a shot. I’m in the north end of Seattle and can loan you enough to test Gold, but it wouldn’t be good for a permanent setup (not enough gain).
The real key, absolutely essential, is VISIBLE LINE OF SIGHT to one of the sector panels. If you can look through binoculars and see the site, you can hit it. If not, it is very unlikely you could get a usable shot (unless you were very close). Your best shot, if you have it, would be Beacon. Second choice Capitol Park. Gold is a long distance, and there is another tower partially blocking the HamWAN sector aiming at Seattle, but several people in West Seattle have a good shot at Gold. I’m shooting at Gold, and get a very poor signal (using a 2 foot dish at my end). Part of the problem is I’m right on the edge of sector 1 and sector 2 (the sectors are 120 degrees wide, and signal at the edges is poorer than closer to the center). Part of the problem is Gold sectors have down-tilt, they are aimed down toward the area surrounding Gold on the peninsula, so Seattle is above the peak of the signal. And the last part of the problem is the blocking tower I mentioned. A person on Queen Anne has a beautiful view of Gold, but a relatively poor signal (usable but not fantastic). For all of these reasons, Gold is a last choice from Seattle if you have any view of Beacon or Capitol Park.
You are welcome to contact me directly if you want to arrange use of a flat panel HamWAN “dish” that can see Gold if there is line of sight. I know another person who lives south and I’m sure has some portable gear who could also help.
Carl, N7KUW (carl@n7kuw.com)
*From:* PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org <psdr-bounces@hamwan.org>] *On Behalf Of *Andrew Musselman *Sent:* Wednesday, January 2, 2019 11:02 PM *To:* Puget Sound Data Ring *Subject:* Re: [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site
Thanks a lot Rob; I'll send my address off-list, will appreciate any help.
If anyone closer has gear to lend I'll be happy to use it; otherwise I will hit you up some time for yours.
Best
Andrew
On Wed, Jan 2, 2019 at 22:54 Rob Salsgiver <rob@nr3o.com> wrote:
Andrew,
I did a quick look with CalTopo and it looks like Beacon Hill doesn’t quite work for the coordinates you gave. Gold you are right on the edge on. It appears as though you might be right on or over a ridge. With a bit more accurate positioning I can get a better idea for sure on Gold.
On the plus side, you appear to be right in a patch that gets lit up by Capitol Park. If someone closer to you doesn’t have some gear that you can test with, let me know. I have a grid combo I can loan you for testing, but I’m clear up in Granite Falls.
If you can shoot me an address, tighter GPS, and/or a height at your location I can get a better picture for you and send you a couple of pics.
Cheers,
Rob Salsgiver – NR3O
*From:* PSDR [mailto:psdr-bounces@hamwan.org] *On Behalf Of *Andrew Musselman *Sent:* Wednesday, January 2, 2019 9:12 PM *To:* psdr@hamwan.org *Subject:* [HamWAN PSDR] Potential cell site
Hi, I'm just reading up on HamWAN and considering getting connected. I see I'm in a reddish zone surrounded by white on the coverage map now and am wondering if my property would be a good place for a new cell/link site.
I'll have to do some tests to see, but I might have line of sight to Gold Mountain, and might be able to see Beacon Hill from a roof. I'm at approximately 47.569,-122.399.
Let me know if you have any recommendations on how to proceed; I don't want to invest in gear unless I know I'll be able to make it work.
Thanks!
Best
Andrew
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If you stand on your roof on a clear day can you see Gold or Beacon Hill? Tom KD7LXL On Wed, Jan 2, 2019 at 9:11 PM Andrew Musselman <ki7kqa@gmail.com> wrote:
Hi, I'm just reading up on HamWAN and considering getting connected. I see I'm in a reddish zone surrounded by white on the coverage map now and am wondering if my property would be a good place for a new cell/link site.
I'll have to do some tests to see, but I might have line of sight to Gold Mountain, and might be able to see Beacon Hill from a roof. I'm at approximately 47.569,-122.399.
Let me know if you have any recommendations on how to proceed; I don't want to invest in gear unless I know I'll be able to make it work.
Thanks!
Best Andrew
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I should be able to check this in a couple of months when the rain stops :) On Thu, Jan 3, 2019 at 7:14 AM Tom Hayward <tom@tomh.us> wrote:
If you stand on your roof on a clear day can you see Gold or Beacon Hill?
Tom KD7LXL
On Wed, Jan 2, 2019 at 9:11 PM Andrew Musselman <ki7kqa@gmail.com> wrote:
Hi, I'm just reading up on HamWAN and considering getting connected. I see I'm in a reddish zone surrounded by white on the coverage map now and am wondering if my property would be a good place for a new cell/link site.
I'll have to do some tests to see, but I might have line of sight to Gold Mountain, and might be able to see Beacon Hill from a roof. I'm at approximately 47.569,-122.399.
Let me know if you have any recommendations on how to proceed; I don't want to invest in gear unless I know I'll be able to make it work.
Thanks!
Best Andrew
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Rob, I looked on CalTopo last night too and it looks like a nice down and up profile to Capitol Park to me too, fwiw. On Thu, Jan 3, 2019 at 9:36 AM Andrew Musselman <ki7kqa@gmail.com> wrote:
I should be able to check this in a couple of months when the rain stops :)
On Thu, Jan 3, 2019 at 7:14 AM Tom Hayward <tom@tomh.us> wrote:
If you stand on your roof on a clear day can you see Gold or Beacon Hill?
Tom KD7LXL
On Wed, Jan 2, 2019 at 9:11 PM Andrew Musselman <ki7kqa@gmail.com> wrote:
Hi, I'm just reading up on HamWAN and considering getting connected. I see I'm in a reddish zone surrounded by white on the coverage map now and am wondering if my property would be a good place for a new cell/link site.
I'll have to do some tests to see, but I might have line of sight to Gold Mountain, and might be able to see Beacon Hill from a roof. I'm at approximately 47.569,-122.399.
Let me know if you have any recommendations on how to proceed; I don't want to invest in gear unless I know I'll be able to make it work.
Thanks!
Best Andrew
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