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SSTV Community and Resources

Online Communities

Forums and Discussions

1. eHam.net - Amateur radio reviews
2. QRZ.com - Amateur radio database
3. Reddit - r/amateurradio
4. SSTV Specific - SSTV dedicated forums

Social Media

Archives and Databases

Image Archives

1. SSTV Archive - Historical images
2. Space Weather - ISS images
3. NOAA Archive - Satellite data
4. SkyViewCafe - ISS photography

Metadata Databases

• QRZ callsign lookup
• Satellite tracking data
• Frequency database
• ISS schedule

Technology Resources

Reference Materials

Standard Documentation:

• CCIR 625 line standard
• RGB/YCbCr conversion formulas
• Mode definition specifications
• Modulation standards

Academic Papers:

• "SSTV Signal Processing"
• "Frequency Synchronization Algorithms"
• "Color Space Conversion"
• "Noise Suppression Technology"

Technical Specifications

Mode Definition → Modulation Parameters → Sync Pulses
  ↓         ↓          ↓
Transmission → Frequency Characteristics ← Reception

Books and Publications

Reference Books

1. Amateur Radio Today - Modern applications
2. CQ Magazine - Feature articles
3. QST - ARRL publications
4. Radiouser - Professional guides

Online Publications

• Technology blogs
• YouTube channels
• Podcasts and discussions
• Online tutorials

Events and Conferences

Annual Conferences

1. Dayton Hamvention - USA
2. RSGB Exhibition - UK
3. European Amateur Radio Convention - Europe
4. Regional SSTV Days - Worldwide

Virtual Events

• Online seminars
• WebEx presentations
• Zoom conferences
• Livestream lectures

Certification and Training

Training Courses

1. Amateur radio license courses
2. SSTV-specific workshops
3. Online certification programs
4. Correspondence courses

Skill Levels

Sponsoring Organizations

International Organizations

• IARU - International Amateur Radio Union
• AMSAT - Satellite Communications
• ARRL - American Radio Relay League
• RSGB - Radio Society of Great Britain

Regional Organizations

• National radio associations
• Regional amateur radio clubs
• Special interest groups
• Local SSTV communities

Getting Help

Troubleshooting Resources

1. FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
2. Troubleshooting Guide
3. Forum Support
4. Direct Contact

Contacting Developers

• GitHub Issues
• Email Support
• Social Media Inquiries
• Forum Posts

Contributing to Community

Ways to Contribute

1. Share Receptions - Upload images
2. Report Results - Document communications
3. Develop Tools - Contribute code
4. Documentation - Write guides

Open Source Projects

• QSSTV - Linux SSTV
• SSTV Decoders
• Image Processing libraries
• Tracking software

Further Learning

Recommended Path

1. Learn Basics → Join Community → Get License
  ↓           ↓           ↓
Basic videos    Forum discussions    Practical communication
  ↓           ↓           ↓
2. Buy Equipment → Practice Reception → Participate in Events
  ↓           ↓           ↓
Hardware selection    Debugging skills    Global connectivity
  ↓           ↓           ↓
3. Advanced Skills → Contribute Projects → Lead Activities

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