SSTV at Dayton Hamvention '96, May 17 -19

1996 is the 30 year anniversary of the first FCC-sanctioned on-the-air tests of amateur SSTV, and the most exciting year yet for SSTV.

Here is a quick summary of the SSTV activities at the Dayton Hamvention. Others are expected to write more detailed reports. I'll add links when I find out about them.

Saturday Slow Scan TV forum 12:30-2:45

Dr. Don C. Miller W9NTP Moderator

XE1L captivated the audience as he described how SSTV enhanced the enjoyment of a recent DXpedition and how it will play an in important role in future activities.

Friday Evening SSTV Get Together

Bert Beyt W5ZR and Don Miller W9NTP hosting.

Holiday Inn North, 2301 Wagoner Ford Road, Dayton.

Latest developments in experimental hardware and software for SSTV will was presented and demonstrated with many setups.

IVCA SSTV Booth #212 and Wyman Research #211

Several of the leading SSTV vendors demonstrated their latest products.

This area acted like a magnet to SSTV fans. The isles were packed with eyeball QSO's and lively discussions of SSTV.

Thursday Evening SSTV Banquet

6PM at the Holiday Inn North.

A large number of SSTV enthusiasts from other countries were present this year from distant places such as Tazmania.


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