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SSTV Slow Scan TV Vs. SOTAMĀT SOTA / POTA Spotting

SSTV Slow Scan TV vs SOTAMĀT SOTA / POTA Spotting Usage & Stats

Want to display or send SSTV transmissions, without using a bulky computer? SSTV Pad lets you decode and display Ham (Amateur) Radio SSTV (Slow Scan TV) transmissions. Just connect your device to an HF radio (or even set it next to the radio's speaker), tune in an SSTV frequency, and watch the pictures. SSTV Pad decodes all of the popular SSTV modes, including Robot, Scottie, Martin, and more. Some modes are receive only. Decoding of SSTV transmissions begins automatically as soon as the start of image audio signals are detected, and the image format is automatically selected. Manual control is also available for use when receiving conditions are poor. Timing signals (phase and skew) can be adjusted to compensate for mismatches with the sending station. Received images can be saved - including automatically as they are received. You can leave the app running unattended, and come back to view all the received images. You can review saved images, as well as send them via email, and use iTunes file sharing to transfer them to your computer. You can even share them on your Facebook page, or tweet them to your followers, directly from the app! (iOS 6 and later) You can also transmit images, taken from your saved photos or taken with your device's camera. Text, such as your callsign, can be added to the sent image. Buy your copy right now, and start decoding and displaying SSTV transmissions in minutes. Just set your iPhone or iPad next to the radio speaker, and watch the pictures come rolling in. Note: If you cannot see the transmit button, go to the Accessibility settings for your device and turn Button Shapes OFF. It makes the buttons too large so you cannot see them all. Also, It is very important to have a well tuned signal of good quality, and make sure you get the audio from your radio to your device without adding additional distortion, or auto start and mode detect will not work optimally. Please see this page for tips on using the app and connecting your radio: http://www.blackcatsystems.com/ipad/iPad_SSTV_Pad_FAQ.html You can also use Bluetooth audio devices to feed audio into your device. Please be sure to use a good quality Bluetooth device, that does not distort the audio. Modes supported for reception (not all modes can be transmitted): B&W 8 sec B&W 12 sec B&W 24 sec B&W 36 sec Martin M1 Martin M1 Martin M2 Martin M3 Martin M4 MP73" MP115 MP140 MP175 MR73 MR90 MR115 MR140 MR175 PD 50 PD 90 PD 120 PD 160 PD 180 PD 240 PD 290 Robot 12C Robot 24C Robot 36C Robot 72C SC-1 32 sec SC-1 16 sec SC-1 8 sec SC-2-60 SC-2-120 SC-2-180 Scottie S1 Scottie S2 Scottie S3 Scottie S4 Scottie DX

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SOTAMĀT SOTA / POTA Spotting

SOTAMĀT (pronounced "sota-mate") is for licensed amateur radio operators (ham radio) who want to self-spot SOTA (Summits On The Air) or POTA (Parks On The Air) with or without internet! It supports spotting 7 different ways, including over HF. It also allows you to send predefined messages (eMail or SMS) when you don't have cell service, much like a satellite 'spot' device to tell family members "I'm OK", or "Send help", etc. What you can do "offline": • Post a Self-Spot (SOTA or POTA) via HF radio (no internet, cellular, or satellite required!) • Post a Self-Alert (SOTA) via HF radio (useful for CW operators to 'tickle' RBNhole) • Select and send predefined SMS messages to predefined recipients via HF radio • See reference materials such as band plans, the syntax of various services such as APRS, and more. The app works by encoding your commands into a special message which is modulated using your iPhone or iPad for transmission over HF (using a built-in FT8 encoder, or use PSK31 or RTTY). Over 130 monitoring stations worldwide (skimmers) pick up your HF transmission and relay it to PSK Reporter, which forwards the message to the SOTAMAT server for processing. SOTAMAT then connects to the official SOTA, POTA, or SMS services to carry out your instructions. The amazing thing is that you don't need a computer (use your iPhone/iPad!) and you don't need special cables (use your phone's speaker directly into your HF radio's microphone input). The app not only computes the FT8 message, but also generates the FT8 audio. For those times when you DO have cellular service, the app also allows for spotting via SMS, eMail, or satellite communicator. It even allows Alerting for CW users wanting to "tickle" RBNhole. The app also has a database of every SOTA Summit and POTA Park worldwide and can help you navigate to the activation zone with maps and orientation feedback. The app also has a reference table of additional commands you can use when you are "online" (via SMS, eMail, or satellite): • Get current spots (SOTA/POTA) • Get information (callinfo, peak info, park info) • Get localized weather reports for specific SOTA Peaks and POTA Parks • ...and more! Owners of Elecraft KX2 or KX3 radios can use an optional "SOTACAT" device to allow SOTAMAT to control your radio over WiFi, and even spot using direct FT8 synthesis. See the https://SOTAmat.com web site for details.