SkyTracker APRS Beacon

The APRS SkyTracker is a complete 144.800 MHz APRS beacon consisting of :

• Integrated u-blox LEA-4P GPS receiver module
• Radiometrix HX1-144.800 transmitter
• Mitsubishi RA08H1317M RF power module
• APRSTracker OpenSource firmware on PIC
• Frequency : 144.800 MHz, RF Power : 8W (variable) 
• Connectors : SMA-F (TX), MCX-F (GPS)
• Fischer Anodised Aluminium housing
• Very Compact Size : 72 x 56 x 24mm
• Optional Active GPS Antenna, 2m Antenna

Skytracker Active GPS Antenna - MCX - 5M

The Skytracker GPS-AM50002 is a high performance GPS active antenna suitable for u-blox GPS modules.

• Frequency : 1575 ±2 MHz
• Amplifier Gain : 30dB standard (optional 10-30dB)
• Noise Figure : 1.5dB max
• Power Supply : 1.8-12.0 VDC at 10mA (30dB gain)
• Base : Magnetic mount (adhesive optional)
• IP67 Waterproof housing size : 44 x 33 x 14mm
• RF Cable/Connector : 5m RG-174/U with MCX-(M)

APRS Skytracker - 145 MHz Whip Antenna

The ANT-P-503 is a helical whip antenna with SMA Male connector.

• Frequency : 145 MHz
• Peak Gain : 0dBi
• Polarisation : Linear - Vertical
• VSWR : <2.0:1
• Power Rating : 5W
• RF Connector : SMA Male
• Size: 170 x 12mm

TinyTrak 3 Plus APRS Position Encoder

The Byonics TinyTrak 3 Plus is APRS GPS position encoder which, when connected to a serial GPS and a radio, will transmit its location at an adjustable rate.

• Decodes any NMEA-0183 compatible serial GPS
• Can provide 5V power to an external GPS
• Transmits position, altitude, speed, heading
• Supports SmartBeaconing
• Two configurations, with all user options switchable;
• Supplied built and tested with case
• Compatible with optional NAVI-S-U-5-4800 GPS

TinyTrak 4 APRS Position Encoder and TNC

The Byonics TinyTrak4 is TinyTrak3+ APRS GPS position encoder with added TNC functionality.

• TinyTrak3+ features
• DSP Packet Decoding
• Field upgradeability
• KISS and UI TNC firmware
• Supplied built and tested with case
• Compatible with optional NAVI-S-H-1-4800 GPS

Radiometrix SHX1 Multi Channel Transceiver Module

The Radiometrix SHX1-144-5 is a low cost 500mW RF power Multi-Channel transceiver module.

• Frequency: 144-146 MHz
• 8 parallel or 255 serial channels
• High performance double superhet PLL synthesizer
• 500mW RF power output
• Sensitivity : -118dBm for 12dB SINAD
• Size: 67 x 30 x 9mm
• Internal Modem Data rate:  upto 5kbps

Radiometrix FM High Power Transmitter - 144.800 MHz

The Radiometrix HX1 offers a 300mW output power ideal for implementation of a APRS node.

• 2 stage Crystal Controlled NBFM
• Frequency : 144.800 MHz
• RF Power : +25dBm (300mW) 
• Supply range : +5V @ 140mA
• Data rate: 3kbps
• Size : 43 x 15 x 5 mm 
• Suitable for use with APRS

Mitsubishi VHF Power Module, 135-175 MHz, 8W, 12.5V

The Mitsubishi RA08H1317M can be used to boost the power of the HX1 to 8W.

• Frequency : 135 to 175 MHz
• RF Power : 8W
• Supply range : +12.5V
• Suitable for use with APRS