[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: News on IC-9100 dstar capabilities

2009-08-28 Thread k7ve
--- In dstar_digital@yahoogroups.com, John Hays wrote: > > Version 2: What bands does DV operate on in the IC-9100? (This could > be answered as 6m - 23cm or 160m - 23cm or some subset of the same.) > I think it would be a shame to cripple the rigs DV modulation capability on lower bands whe

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: DV Dongle - [ADGRV]OIP

2009-08-26 Thread k7ve
must have an *OIP -- I would propose DOIP for D-STAR over IP, which incidentally, could also include encapsulated DD frames. John - K7VE

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: DV Dongle

2009-08-26 Thread k7ve
t that over IP, you might call it GOIP (Go IP), but as it is now that would be a misnomer. -- John, K7VE

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: DV Dongle - QSO, VOIP, or Chat Room?

2009-08-26 Thread k7ve
nce bridges, reflectors, etc. can be used as "chat rooms", but refer to the server side, not the endpoints (the DV Dongles or radios). So the contact is happening in a "chat room" but the contact itself is not a "chat room". -- John K7VE

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: What is required for a D-Star Repeater?

2009-08-25 Thread k7ve
og repeater? > > What else have I left out? > Exactly the same as for an analog repeater. You might want to also look at http://g4ulf.blogspot.com/ de K7VE

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: Wouldn't It Be Nice ?

2009-08-11 Thread k7ve
only thing he can affect is DPLUS behavior, Nate's solution is a good one and could be setup as a configurable parameter. - John, K7VE

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: Wouldn't It Be Nice ?

2009-08-07 Thread k7ve
teway implements them. DPLUS linking is a non-standard add-on, widely deployed and accepted by the users, but not native to the protocol. DE K7VE

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: DStar contest: calling Japan

2009-07-26 Thread k7ve
John, Very cool utilization of the Multicast function. --- In dstar_digital@yahoogroups.com, "john_ke5c" wrote: > > I found a use for G2 multicast groups! Contest participation is a bit > sparse, probably because DStar is still a bit sparse, but I tired of calling > JA repeater modules one by

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: First home-made dstar G2 gateway went live today.

2009-07-22 Thread k7ve
rver). G4ULF completed a test process that allows him to use the USTrust server and be a peer on that network. > > I believe you mean dstar TRUST groups, not "backbone". > In this context, that is probably the better term. > Scott > 73 - K7VE

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: I'm a bad ham, eh? No!

2009-07-10 Thread k7ve
--- In dstar_digital@yahoogroups.com, AB8XA wrote: > > > On Jul 8, 2009, at 1:55 PM, k7ve wrote: > > > Do you (the reader) want to be part of the solution and future or > > grumble and keep the hobby stagnant and on a path to death? > > I guess in your eyes, t

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] D-STAR repeaters vs Analog Repeaters

2009-07-09 Thread k7ve
ater > away. > > > > -->Hmmm..you do get NOAA weather alerts over your D-Star repeater? We do on > analog. You get site telemetry (battery voltage, VSWR, etc.) over your > D-star? Some D-STAR repeaters are providing those functions, just because you haven't figured it out doesn't mean it doesn't exist. [Deleted rehashing of what your site hasn't implemented, but could.] > > 73 > > Daron N7HQR John - K7VE

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: Help software d-term and u-view 32 driver bridge

2009-07-09 Thread k7ve
--- In dstar_digital@yahoogroups.com, "transmisiones" wrote: > > Hello friends, I connect my computer ic-2820 software with the d-term program > to another U-VIEW32 the APRs and no bridge to connect the driver, please I > need a manual on how to get it working, thanks to everyone and I hope your

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: Any new routers

2009-07-09 Thread k7ve
--- In dstar_digital@yahoogroups.com, "Robert Hobbs Jr." wrote: > > What is the latest recommended router for a gateway. > > Robert/ N5ULA > Read through the thread starting at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/DStar-Gateway/message/3086

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: Digital vs. Analog both have a place.

2009-07-09 Thread k7ve
--- In dstar_digital@yahoogroups.com, "k7ve" wrote: 4 > Alinco is probably the low hanging fruit. I wonder what would happen if > everyone on this list wrote Alinco HQ a nice letter telling them they would > buy Alinco radios if they implemented D-STAR in place of their pro

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: Digital vs. Analog both have a place.

2009-07-09 Thread k7ve
ai-Bldg 13F 4-4-9 Koraibashi, Chuo-ku Osaka 541-0043 Japan TEL. (06) 7636-2361 FAX. (06) 6208-3801 Possible email: esa...@alinco.co.jp de K7VE

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: new to the group

2009-07-09 Thread k7ve
ping systems around digital technology, and specifically D-STAR to help where we can and to have some fun along the way as we learn about newer technology and create applications that use it. -- DE K7VE

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Digital vs. Analog

2009-07-08 Thread k7ve
D-STAR is not expensive. If you compare the price of a new D-STAR radio (new technology) to a new Analog FM synthesized (old technology) radio of 25 years ago, its a downright bargain. Even if you take a modern Analog FM radio and add what is needed to make it data capable (let alone digital)

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: Surf the Web Wirelessly via D-Star! [Primarily US]

2009-06-08 Thread k7ve
--- In dstar_digital@yahoogroups.com, "Eric Gildersleeve" wrote: > This is exactly the way I've fealt about several closed repeater systems. > However, the FCC does authorize closed repeaters. As rule 97.205e enables the "closed" repeater, the same basic premise exists, is there a "fee for use

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] U.S. Only - Re: Tactical Call indication

2009-05-19 Thread k7ve
ut having to ID using FM or CW is correct. The "standard protocol" includes AMBE encoded voice, which can be readily deciphered by anyone with a D-STAR radio and giving a "voice" ID over AMBE, I believe, would constitute a legal identification within the US rules. -- John, K7VE

Native D-STAR vs. DPLUS linking (was: Re: [DSTAR_DIGITAL] Signal Distance)

2009-05-17 Thread k7ve
tation, regardless of its location and frequency. See: http://k7ve.org/site/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=26&Itemid=26 John - K7VE

880 vs 800 (was: Re: [DSTAR_DIGITAL] Signal Distance)

2009-05-15 Thread k7ve
field? :-) > As a repeater trustee, one would have the responsibility to follow rule (in the US) 97.113a4, if she is aware of such transmissions. > On both of the above ... I say "no filters". Transmissions are the > responsibility of the transmitting station... as always. Software in > charge of "human policy" always ends up a mess, and people figure out > ways around it anyway. > > Nate WY0X I would say the filters should be available at the gateway so that a trustee can have some management of its use, but they should be optional. -- John, K7VE

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: Signal Distance

2009-05-13 Thread k7ve
e "listens" and nobody puts out a call the airwaves get very, very quiet. -- K7VE

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: ID-80 Street Price is Out....

2009-04-25 Thread k7ve
--- In dstar_digital@yahoogroups.com, martin schoffstall wrote: > > what do you think of the 91ad? > > we ordered one of those, but haven't gotten it yet. > > Marty > It's really a question of features, do you talk a lot lean toward 80AD or 92AD (multiple power settings), same radios for GPS

[FWD: RE: [DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: Server Req for ID-RP 2C and ID-RP4000V?]

2009-04-07 Thread k7ve
loped by Robin - AA4RC but is not out yet. (http://www.opendstar.org/design) de John, K7VE

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: Server Req for ID-RP2C and ID-RP4000V?

2009-04-07 Thread k7ve
local repeater configuration, what will I need to > configure for gateway (internet) operation? > http://dsyncg2.dstarusers.org/JoiningTheNetwork2.pdf and join the dstar-gateway list here on Yahoo! > Thanks in advance, > Jeff - K7WIN > Sierra Vista, AZ > John, K7VE

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: Any D-Star evening events at Dayton?

2009-04-02 Thread k7ve
>From Icom Forums: ~~ Dayton 2009 D-Star update ~~ We will continue the trend of a LOT going on at Dayton '09 for the D-STAR junkies! The ICOM D-STAR booth will be showing the repeater, mobile and handheld equipment. We will have a cross-section of expert users from

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Obfuscation of Callsigns (Was: US Topic - Collecting and publishing information)

2009-03-17 Thread k7ve
oller, automatically, then the gateway could figure out where they were supposed to go. The current system is made unduly complicated by architectural decisions that were made that do not look at fostering usage. -- John, K7VE

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: build your own d-star

2009-02-25 Thread k7ve
--- In dstar_digital@yahoogroups.com, "n8wzw" wrote: > > hello all > im new to this site > i like to know if any one know of a web site that you can order p.c.b. > to build a d-star to add to a radio. > > mark n8wzw > http://d-star.dyndns.org/rig.html.en Discussion in Yahoo

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: need a new way to program my 92ad

2009-02-15 Thread k7ve
rial converter to program my 91AD and 2820H. K7VE

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: Updates

2009-02-13 Thread k7ve
we must consider third party rules. but I haven't > heard much about this on D-STAR or IRLP systems > > Only if a third party is involved on HF (or any frequency - VHF/UHF, etc. can cross borders too.) I think the shortage of discussion is a result of precedence and just ap

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: ICOM announced new hand-held and mobile D-STAR transceivers, ID-80 and ID-88

2009-01-30 Thread k7ve
--- In dstar_digital@yahoogroups.com, "Oba" wrote: > > Here is the link > http://www.icom.co.jp/release/20090128/index.html > albeit it's Japanese. > > 73 > Oba > JA7UDE >

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: GPS with D-Star

2009-01-21 Thread k7ve
2 and 3 swapped on the computer port. You might also check the information at the D-RATS site, as many folks seem to be doing similar computer generated GPS strings there - http://www.d-rats.com/wiki/ John - K7VE

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: Encryption on Amateur Frequencies

2008-12-30 Thread k7ve
--- In dstar_digital@yahoogroups.com, "Frank P." wrote: > > A group of ARES volunteers at a local shelter are in direct > communication with the Red Cross HQ, or a hospital, or the local > OEM. The shelter has several sick or injured individuals who need > assistance or transportation to a h

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: Follow-Up on U.S. Regulations

2008-12-29 Thread k7ve
t; > --- On Sun, 12/28/08, k7ve wrote: > > From: k7ve > Subject: [DSTAR_DIGITAL] Follow-Up on U.S. Regulations > To: dstar_digital@yahoogroups.com > Date: Sunday, December 28, 2008, 10:38 PM > > > > > > > --- In dstar_digital@ yahoogroups. co

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: Loading all of those memories

2008-12-28 Thread k7ve
Link to my site (I think I have it working now): http://k7ve.ampr.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=12&Itemid=26 -- John D. Hays Amateur Radio Station K7VE <http://k7ve.ampr.org> PO Box 1223 Edmonds, WA 98020-1223

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Follow-Up on U.S. Regulations

2008-12-28 Thread k7ve
for the ID-1 radio really diminishes > any concerns I have about Internet access over D-STAR. > > Bob W1QA > Yup, we need a DD "Brick" Ethernet and antenna connection, built for minimum cost with solid technology. It should have a small internal web server for configuration. John - K7VE

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: Programming Problem ?

2008-12-14 Thread k7ve
Are you registered to use the gateway? --- In dstar_digital@yahoogroups.com, "robert lyman" wrote: > > Hello: > This is KI6FT/Robert > > I am using a 92 AD. > > I can talk with a local ham on our local repeater in Phoenix, Az. > (w7mot) B-port,B & G Ports. I cannot talk to my friend in Denve

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: Has it been devoloped yet?

2008-11-25 Thread k7ve
o work D-STAR, the cheapest way to do that is with a device using the DVSI AMBE 2XXX chip. Software only licenses cost about $100K and reverse engineering would violate patents. The DV Dongle is a cost effective way to get on the D-STAR network over the Internet. -- John, K7VE

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: Bringing New D-STAR Hardware and Software into the Network - A Proposal

2008-11-16 Thread k7ve
Ernie - Thanks for your thoughts. All - could we keep the followup to the thread on dstarsoftware Yahoo! group. I sent the original posting to a few groups to reach a wide audience, but it would be great to centralize the followup discussion - 73 DE K7VE

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: How much bandwidth?

2008-11-13 Thread k7ve
These folks have 900 MHz. stuff that has more range at about T1 speeds, they have amateur radio discounts if you ask. (Not published on site.) http://www.avalanwireless.com/index.htm You have to setup an account to get into their store, but I haven't been spammed by them. (YMMV)

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Calling OZ! (Demo)

2008-11-12 Thread k7ve
plan to have D-STAR along. I think it would be fun to hook him up with someone "down under" before he flies back tomorrow. I will hopefully be on sometime between Z-0600Z (Thursday in OZ). Let me know where to try, if you'll be monitoring. John - K7VE

[DSTAR_DIGITAL] Re: Programming For Simplex?

2008-11-08 Thread k7ve
y tinme you key up. If you set URCALL to CQCQCQ that is generally the "CQ" message. BTW, if you have MYCALL set it will show on the other station's display when you key up. There may also be a few folks who will want to try Callsign Squelch, in which case you will want to put their callsign in the URCALL slot. -- John, K7VE

[DSTAR] Re: ID-800 Programming cable

2008-11-06 Thread k7ve
--- In dstar_digital@yahoogroups.com, Daniel Sullivan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Ok John: > > Now the question is can I program using the software through that > cable showing under cable diagrams for the ID800 or is that only for > using a computer to do DPRS or D*Chat with? > > > *FYI:

[DSTAR] Re: ID-800 Programming cable

2008-11-05 Thread k7ve
--- In dstar_digital@yahoogroups.com, "serc1mp" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I have a copy of the Icom programming software and want to build a > cable for use with my ID-800H. From what info I have, it looks like the > programming function is done through the speaker jack using the ring > and

[dstar_digital] Re: Macon Ga. DSTAR...??? WTK

2008-10-29 Thread k7ve
le for me to deduce that GPB meant Georgia Public Broadcasting Just as a reminder, this is a widely read (international) list, including non-native English speakers. We can all improve communication by avoiding regional terms and abbreviations. Thanks. K7VE

[dstar_digital] Re: radio programming

2008-10-29 Thread k7ve
renceville for the possibility of some deals. > Sadly, some folks will do this. It really is a shame, but good luck to the bargain hunters. Lawrenceville is a bit far for a Seattle area based ham to attend > 73 > KE4QDC > Ferrell > 73 de K7VE John

[dstar_digital] Re: Thanks for info

2008-10-25 Thread k7ve
balSat BR-355 GPS for examples of low cost units. John - K7VE

[dstar_digital] Re: G2 Software arrived

2008-07-08 Thread k7ve
--- In dstar_digital@yahoogroups.com, "Manos Darkadakis" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Hello all > I have finally received and installed G2 software. A few things I miss > like, what is the trust server ip, how can I register our SZ1SV gateway > there? > Then we hope that we will be able to join

[dstar_digital] Re: [DVDongle] D-STAR equivalent of echolink L-node ... possible?

2008-06-22 Thread k7ve
, but often someone new to D-STAR will try this before they gain experience with the fullness of D-STAR and the issues raised in the now somewhat dated article I reference should be understood before attempting the same. -- John, K7VE

[dstar_digital] Re: Thinking about jumping into dstar lots of questions

2008-05-18 Thread k7ve
on so this report happens as well as for other functionality such as repeater to repeater or reflector linking.) > Also on last heard there is a letter after the reporting node, either a B or > a C. What does that letter mean? > > It designates the repeater module on the controller th

[dstar_digital] Re: [Linux_Dstar] Dayton Hamvention D-STAR Forum

2008-05-14 Thread k7ve
Wish I could be there as well ... it would be great if someone could hook a Dongle to one of the Reflectors for the talks and the Friday Night Event. My XYL, KC7PAA, said I should come, but I just don't feel right taking off while getting our house ready for sale and a big interstate move. :(

[dstar_digital] Re: LINKING 2 (OR MORE) D-STAR SYSTEMS TO MAKE A ZONE

2008-05-12 Thread k7ve
ing to see if someone has attached it to an ATM device (like a Cisco router) and made it work. Then one could look at a variety of ATM solutions. -- John, K7VE

[dstar_digital] Re:DD with ID1

2008-05-12 Thread k7ve
router/firewall is probably a good idea in any configuration. This is an area where your networking experience becomes very valuable. -- John, K7VE

[dstar_digital] Icom America Forums

2008-05-09 Thread k7ve
og at http://k7ve.ampr.org -- which will probably go down for awhile since I am moving and it is hosted at my house. -- John, K7VE

[dstar_digital] Icom America Forums

2008-05-09 Thread k7ve
og at http://k7ve.ampr.org -- which will probably go down for awhile since I am moving and it is hosted at my house. -- John, K7VE

[dstar_digital] Re: Satoshi's UT-118 Interface ?

2008-05-09 Thread k7ve
--- In dstar_digital@yahoogroups.com, "radeohedca" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I would be thrilled to meet up with Satoshi at Dayton. If anyone > knows where he'll be, please let me know by e-mail. > > 73 de Hugh VA3TO > > I'm pretty sure he's planning to be at the Friday night D-STAR get t

[dstar_digital] Re: FCC Denies Petition to Utilize 2m Sub-Band for Digital Repeater Operation

2008-05-08 Thread k7ve
The analog repeater needs to send a tone on output. Its not a perfect world, but there are fairly simple solutions to many of these issues. -- K7VE

[dstar_digital] Re: what does it take to start a basic d-Star Repeater?

2008-05-01 Thread k7ve
ou part with your money, > maybe you should consider this as well. > > Geert Jan > Personal opinions. The decision to implement a D-STAR repeater is a personal decision based on interest, skill, and resources. For some that means building a team to help implement, for others it means fund raising for others it is taking bare components and building from scratch. -- John, K7VE