[450] Any using or trying DMR?

Thu Dec 10 16:40:14 UTC 2015

 These should do. Thank you, I really appreciate your help. tri-state area
links to machines, just a few.
https://www.repeaterbook.com/repeaters/details.php?state_id=36&ID=126 -
https://www.repeaterbook.com/repeaters/details.php?state_id=36&ID=11539 --
https://www.repeaterbook.com/repeaters/details.php?state_id=36&ID=456 --

https://www.repeaterbook.com/repeaters/details.php?state_id=36&ID=11150 --
https://www.repeaterbook.com/repeaters/details.php?state_id=36&ID=102
https://www.repeaterbook.com/repeaters/details.php?state_id=36&ID=124
https://www.repeaterbook.com/repeaters/details.php?state_id=36&ID=136
https://www.repeaterbook.com/repeaters/details.php?state_id=36&ID=13327
https://www.repeaterbook.com/repeaters/details.php?state_id=36&ID=11877
https://www.repeaterbook.com/repeaters/details.php?state_id=36&ID=13905

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On Thu, Dec 10, 2015 at 10:25 AM, George Andrews <gandrews at ntplx.net> wrote:

> David,
>
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> I have started work on building a code plug. What are the two closest
> repeaters to you? I have started with AG2K in Bridgeport, but don’t know if
> you receive it. You can tune to the repeater on an analog receiver and
> listen to the “noise” and let me know the signal strength. AG2K is 442.200
> MHz.
>
>
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> I am also going to try to generate a contact list. This puts call signs on
> the screen rather than registration numbers. I need to add to my own
> anyway.
>
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>
> I would like to put in two repeaters so you can see the structure and add
> your own. It takes time, but it is well worth the effort. All this is good
> practice for me!
>
>
>
> George
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> *From:* 450 [mailto:450-bounces at lists.vhfwiki.com] *On Behalf Of *David
> Garcia
> *Sent:* Thursday, December 10, 2015 1:16 AM
> *To:* 450 at lists.vhfwiki.com
> *Subject:* Re: [450] Any using or trying DMR?
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> ok here is the rdt file. I set up public service on one side amateur on
> the other. I downloaded a codeplug for the ontario region for a tryout,
> installed smoothly. So use to analog I would've understood a csv file heh.
> alright got it now. Feel free to add any tri-state area digital machines I
> missed. I'll be using the base antenna on occasions to. Dont know how
> accessible further repeaters might be on digital, but if its anything like
> nextel direct without a repeater then coverage will be very interesting.
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
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> On Thu, Dec 10, 2015 at 12:55 AM, George Andrews <gandrews at ntplx.net>
> wrote:
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> David,
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>
>
> Use the software to “read” the radio. It will be saved as *.rdt. I will
> take a look at it and try to populate it with data for one or two repeaters
> and a couple of analog repeaters. The best way is to look at already
> programmed repeaters.
>
>
>
> Another alternative is for me to send you screen shots of the program
> pages. A code plug is the data for a programmed radio, a carryover from
> Motorola speak. There is one item in the program that is described by two
> different names and that adds to the difficulty. I am a beginner, but have
> successfully added repeaters and analog FM repeaters/simplex frequencies.
> The key is to have one or two repeaters programmed so you can see the
> relationship between all parameters. I have not found a good explanation
> anywhere.
>
>
>
> The CTARES stuff is written for Connect Systems radio. It is interesting
> that both radios use the same programming software. There is a converter in
> Python, but I have no idea how well it works. If you want to try it, I can
> send you the link if you want to try it.
>
>
>
> There is a bit of a learning curve with this. I thought it good brain
> exercise.
>
>
>
> George
>
>
>
> *From:* 450 [mailto:450-bounces at lists.vhfwiki.com] *On Behalf Of *David
> Garcia
> *Sent:* Wednesday, December 9, 2015 10:51 PM
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> *To:* 450 at lists.vhfwiki.com
> *Subject:* Re: [450] Any using or trying DMR?
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> I tried the file you sent and got an error that says "The Model is wrong
> !" ? Not wanting to read pages and pages just to find out what a codeplug
> is, which I googled and got no straight answer, let me know what it is and
> I'll send gladly email it, I feel like a 85 year old with alzheimers trying
> to figure this out, heh.
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> On Wed, Dec 9, 2015 at 2:54 PM, Shawn Zupp <n2dxtour at gmail.com> wrote:
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> I have been investigating options.
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> On Dec 9, 2015, at 1:31 PM, George Andrews <gandrews at ntplx.net> wrote:
>
> Shawn,
>
>
>
> I am able to use a repeater 40 plus miles away using an HT/rubber ducky
> from inside the house. I put up a 3 el beam for about a 17 dBm gain. It is
> another nice toy for the toy box! It is nice to have a lack of noise and
> decent audio.
>
>
>
> George
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>
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> *From:* 450 [mailto:450-bounces at lists.vhfwiki.com
> <450-bounces at lists.vhfwiki.com>] *On Behalf Of *Shawn Zupp
> *Sent:* Wednesday, December 9, 2015 1:18 PM
> *To:* 450 at lists.vhfwiki.com
> *Subject:* Re: [450] Any using or trying DMR?
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>
> Interesting
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> Sent from my iPhone
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> On Dec 8, 2015, at 11:51 PM, George Andrews <gandrews at ntplx.net> wrote:
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> Try this. It might be useful:
>
> http://ctares.org/CT-ARES-DMR-Repeaters-03-22-15-Code-Plug-Info.ZIP
>
>
>
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> *From:* 450 [mailto:450-bounces at lists.vhfwiki.com
> <450-bounces at lists.vhfwiki.com>] *On Behalf Of *David Garcia
> *Sent:* Tuesday, December 8, 2015 9:31 PM
> *To:* 450 at lists.vhfwiki.com
> *Subject:* Re: [450] Any using or trying DMR?
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>
>
> I got it working on windows 10. I don't see where to set ts or tg on the
> md-380 software, only the splits, color code, repeater slot. if you know of
> a good tutorial on this rigs programming,, let me know. I bought a 3 foot
> sma to female UHF 259 Cable from amazon, I'll try it out once I get this
> done, I programmed 2 frequencies but haven't heard squat, guess im doing it
> wrong.
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> On Sat, Nov 28, 2015 at 3:21 PM, George Andrews <gandrews at ntplx.net>
> wrote:
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> David,
>
>
>
> I am using DMR and have the MD 380.
>
>
>
> I do not recall having to use a driver and don’t think one is needed as
> there is no chip in the cable and if I remember correctly, the programming
> software will recognize the radio. You have a VG DMR system in CT. I
> believe I saw a code plug for CT somewhere. BTW, I am using Win 10. Have
> had no problems except for learning to write code plugs. Have you
> registered with the system?
>
>
>
> I will get the URL for a website that has a good intro and send it to you.
>
>
>
> I am currently using a repeater that is about 45 miles away and can get in
> using the stock rubber ducky from inside the house. I routinely use a three
> element beam that provides about 17 dBm gain. That way packet loss is
> minimized.
>
>
>
> If I can be of further help, let me know. We can make contact on NE Wide
> and sw3itch to TAC310 once we make contact when you get set up
>
>
>
> George
>
>
>
> *From:* 450 [mailto:450-bounces at lists.vhfwiki.com] *On Behalf Of *David
> Garcia
> *Sent:* Saturday, November 28, 2015 2:58 PM
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> *Subject:* [450] Any using or trying DMR?
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> I purchased an MD 380 and having issues with it being recognized after
> installing the right driver. On windows 10.
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