[Repeater-Builder] Re: Converting the Kenwood TKR-820 to use with D-STAR
Actually the dual-mode working with my software repeater controllers is already here. GB3IN started full dual-mode operation at the beginning of the year, with the mode being sensed automatically. The FM side is connected to EchoLink and the D-Star side being connected to the Multi-Trust network. Each repeater has a configurable mode hang time associated with it to stop mode flipping too quickly. Since all D-Star radios also do FM, there isn't usually a problem of us and them. Jonathan G4KLX
[Repeater-Builder] Repeater Control Operator via Other-Than-Phone-Line
At our club meeting tonight a discussion came up regarding the cost of the phone line to our 2-meter repeater system. Originally it was there for the Autopatch, but has evolved to being primarily used for me to program the controller (CAT-1000) and to control the system. (The autopatch is rarely used, since everyone carries a cellphone now.) Everyone understands that the phone line is needed for control and programming, but we started toying with other ideas. Specifically, having an Internet connection at the site seemed like it had a lot of potential, but frankly I don't know why! It'd be nice to run an I-Gate from that location (we already have an APRS weather node there), but it's not essential. I could probably use it to monitor the site as well, but that's not really much of a concern either. So, the question is, how can we use Internet to control/program the CAT-1000? We could get Internet at the site for about the same cost as the phone, and if we could use it for repeater control/programming AND the other things I mentioned, it'd be a better deal. Can IRLP be used for control/programming? I'm not familiar with that system whatsoever, but am always willing to learn. 73, Mike WM4B
[Repeater-Builder] VHF REPEATER USING DELTA or RANGR
Has anyone made a VHF repeater using 2 Delta or Rangr radios? Were the results OK? Any unexpected problems? Tom
Re: [Repeater-Builder] VHF REPEATER USING DELTA or RANGR
The RANGR was only spec'ed at 5% duty cycle and would not make a very good repeater transmitter. I don't recall the specs on the Delta offhand. Joe M. tomnevue wrote: Has anyone made a VHF repeater using 2 Delta or Rangr radios? Were the results OK? Any unexpected problems? Tom Yahoo! Groups Links
Re: [Repeater-Builder] Repeater Control Operator via Other-Than-Phone-Line
You could get a Magic Jack and keep the same phone number and everything. The only thing that would change is the bill. Of course, this requires an internet connection. But, the cost of that plus the MJ could be lower than what you are paying now. Joe M. Mike Besemer (WM4B) wrote: At our club meeting tonight a discussion came up regarding the cost of the phone line to our 2-meter repeater system. Originally it was there for the Autopatch, but has evolved to being primarily used for me to program the controller (CAT-1000) and to control the system. (The autopatch is rarely used, since everyone carries a cellphone now.) Everyone understands that the phone line is needed for control and programming, but we started toying with other ideas. Specifically, having an Internet connection at the site seemed like it had a lot of potential, but frankly I don’t know why! It’d be nice to run an I-Gate from that location (we already have an APRS weather node there), but it’s not essential. I could probably use it to monitor the site as well, but that’s not really much of a concern either. So, the question is, how can we use Internet to control/program the CAT-1000? We could get Internet at the site for about the same cost as the phone, and if we could use it for repeater control/programming AND the other things I mentioned, it’d be a better deal. Can IRLP be used for control/programming? I’m not familiar with that system whatsoever, but am always willing to learn. 73, Mike WM4B Yahoo! Groups Links * To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/ * Your email settings: Individual Email | Traditional * To change settings online go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Repeater-Builder/join (Yahoo! ID required) * To change settings via email: repeater-builder-dig...@yahoogroups.com repeater-builder-fullfeatu...@yahoogroups.com * To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: repeater-builder-unsubscr...@yahoogroups.com * Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
RE: [Repeater-Builder] Repeater Control Operator via Other-Than-Phone-Line
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[Repeater-Builder] Re: VHF REPEATER USING DELTA or RANGER
tomnevue w...@... wrote: Has anyone made a VHF repeater using 2 Delta or Ranger radios? Were the results OK? Any unexpected problems? Tom I use a pair of Low Band Rangers for repeater service and they just keep going. I have a macro controlled timed fan on the transmit unit, turn down the power to about 75 watts and generally beat the snot out every one of them since the mid 1980's and they are still 100% operational . The Low Band GE Ranger is one heck of a great radio. In most sane applications you'd be hard pressed to kill one. Moving a LB unit up onto 6 meters is a $%^^(* pain but it can be done. cheers, s.
