Abstract: Sophisticated low earth orbit satellites (LEO) send us information on the movement of the cloud and on
precipitation as well as on the temperature of the land and sea surfaces. These satellites are interesting, because they
constantly transmit an image signal which can be easily deciphered. This information is useful for weather prediction and
precipitation. The main objective of this work would be to build a cheap ground station to take pictures from these
satellites and to provide a harsh weather forecast and precipitation. The SDR software, the V-dipole, QFH Antenna, and
other open source software have been used to receive such signals. Analyzing digital satellite communication protocols is
an opportunity to explore all layers of signal path, including a physical layer with the phase-modulated signal we obtain,
and to correct errors (settlement code to be decoded with the Veterbi algorithm and Reed Solomon block code). A
satellite receiver of NOAA (National Ozeanic Atmospheric Administration) satellites to receive the weather signals. This
is done through an arrangement consisting of an SDR (Software Defined Radio), an adaptive antenna on the VHF band
and web and FTP servers for analysing the obtained images remotely. The SDR maintains connection with the satellite in
the specified time period.
Keywords: Weather Satellite Reception, NOAA Satellites.