I had to cobble lots of information from several different sources, including asking and emailing several individuals to clarify things, so this is more of an amalgamation for the next poor soul who wants to build this type of hotspot. Our addon software allows dstar gateways being part of the ustrust. Software mostly free to extend d star functions d star adapters to add d star compatible dv to analog radios this is now a highly active and creative area. Dv4mini is a tiny but powerful usb stick that can change any pc into a hotspot for the modes d star, dmr c4fm fusion and now dpmr.
Just under eight ounces and no larger than a public safety speaker microphone, the id31a plus is a rugged d star analog portable for uhf operations. Night sky, astronomy, star view guide uses a compass and a gyroscope for finding stars, satellites, planets, and more. Dstar gateway adjunct software peter loveall ae5pl texas. Dstar is a digital voice and data protocol specification for amateur radio. Icoms new id5100e vhfuhf dual band dstar digital mobile transceiver enhances core features found in the celebrated ic2820h mobile and incorporates the userfriendly technology found in the ic7100. Id51a plus is an evolution of the id51a, icoms popular d star amateur radio. Using easytounderstand explanations and illustrations, these nifty ez guide to dstar operation manuals describe exactly how the d star system operates. Here you will find information about the g2 and d plus systems. When used with a microsd card up to 32gb, the microsd card can store various contents including voice memory, dv auto reply message, tx voice message, qso log, rx history log and gps log data. It is an open standard digital communication protocol established by jarl.
D star repeaters associated with a thirdparty production trust server, will not be able to connect to free star systems using dplus. Nifty accessories ez guide to dstar operation ezdstar. Tmra d star information need information or help with using d star. More details about the d star calculator and suggestions for your d star file are included in this document. For those in this situation, communication can still occur indirectly using dplus reflectors.
Extend d star coverage the new terminal mode and access point mode enable you to make d star calls through the internet, even from areas where no d star repeater is accessible. They give valuable guidance for setting up transceivers to be able to access d star s many features and modes of operation. Users who have a newer d star radio that supports dr mode e. Adding a new d star gateway to the network when icom released the first version of the d star gateway program to the amateur community, we worked our way through several challenges, and built a. Use starmap 3d plus to find the planets, stars, constellations, star clusters, galaxies, and nebulae visible to you based on your location and time.
Dstar radio programming software icom radio software. Memory channels, d star repeater memories and other personal settings can be saved to the microsd card and can be loaded to the id51a transceiver. The remaining host files will be downloaded as each one is selected. This means that users of the as at august 2012 276 active icom g2gateways that are not ircddb enabled cannot callsignnode route calls to purely ircddbbased gateways. Id31a plus uhf dstar portable features icom america. The quality of data coming from dplus reflectors is measured and displayed since we found that about 2 to 3% of all voice frames are missing. Dstar programs category is a curation of 12 web resources on, peanut ham radio digital voice client, dstar tv, nj6ns dstar chat. The icom id31a plus lets you operate in the d star mode from a very compact handheld. Built to the highest standards of security and performance, so you can be confident that your data and your customers data is always. Or you may just want to control how and where you link to other repeatersreflectors, without disturbing other users of a nearby dstar repeater. Dplus software development has an active following, and features such as multiple. Discussion in ham radio discussions started by ke6anm, nov 6, 2016.
Extend dstar coverage the new terminal mode and access point mode enable you to make dstar calls through the internet, even from areas where no dstar repeater is accessible. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. The original driver for the script was to have a tool that will aid net control stations ncs in the management of large d star nets. The dstar gateway version 2 from icom incorporated contains the basic d star networking. The dstar secondary electrical design software seds is a convenient tool for performing the electrical calculations needed to design single and three phase secondary systems. It can connect to reflectors and gateways using either dplus or dextra. As with icoms latest range of products, this new model has a new generation design and range of features including large, responsive touch screen lcd, bluetooth connectivity and second station control through an android device. The dplus configuration file and dv audio files were restored in step 8. Special coverage is given to the extended capabilities available via dplus equipped gateways find nifty. Our d star gateway has the most advanced features available in the d star world. Up until recently it was possible to decode d star headers using either dsd 1. The gateway controller the repeater and directs connections to and from the gateway and dstar network. How can i list all of the users on my gateway and their status, from the command line.
Icom id51a plus 5w dualband dstar handheld amateur. Comparative test results and application guidelines. From basic information on what d star is to detailed technical information, this site can hopefully solve any of your cravings. Changed reflector discovery code so it will dynamically find new reflectors and changed ips without restart. Dstar dcs, refdplus, xrfdextra, xlx system fusionc4fm fcs, ysfreflector nxdn nxdnreflector p25 p25reflector pocsag dapnet aprs messaging and location data forwarding aprsis supports cross modes with builtin hardware transcoding example. Select the desired host and module for d star from the selections. With configuration help from wellknown d star expert adrian, vk4tux, we are running an integrated configuration of icoms g3 gateway software, as well as the g4klx ircddbgateway software. The latest android version is stable and gives me more time to spend with my family.
For xrf if your router doesnt support upnp and you dont want to enable use dplus for xrf in pi star s d star configuration section, you can set up port forwarding for xrf. Mar 23, 2017 the d star system in japan is now converted to g3. The addon ensures that the ustrust network will not be disturbed in any way and makes only local changes on the system which is using the addon. Icom id51a plus2 black transceivers ht dual band 2m70cm. Terminal mode connect the id51a plus2 to the internet through a pc or android device, and send your voice andor data through the internet gateway to a destination. The dstar stands for digital smart technologies for amateur radio. Hardwaresoftware for use with d star hardware dv dongle blue box the dv dongle is a small plastic blue box containing electronic components that allow a user via an internet connected windows, apple mac or linux based pclaptopnetbooks to access the d star network repeaters and reflectors. The g3 gateway software has been tested by the trust server administration team.
Voice id and ask if the repeater is in use before doing any linking andor unlinking. Reflectorsthis is a list of the current known reflectors on the k5tit network accessible via d plus. Dstar project spotlight secondary electrical design software. There is so much spectrum for our enjoyment and yet there are those who must attempt to force their believe upon others. Hardwaresoftware for use with dstar hardware dv dongle blue box the dv dongle is a small plastic blue box containing electronic components that allow a user via an internet connected windows, apple mac or linux based pclaptopnetbooks to access the dstar network repeaters and reflectors. Tmra dstar information toledo mobile radio association. Note, it may take 30 minutes to an hour before dplus linking works again.
Check out this free and very useful im chat tool for the icom d star system. Vitamin d3 and vitamin k2, k1, mk7 mk7, mk4 supplement. Icom id51a plus 5w dualband d star handheld amateur radio. Lets assume your are in rf reach of d star repeater w6cx module c on 2 meters. Id5100e vhfuhf dual band dstar digital transceiver. The team has also been ensuring that dplus, dstarmonitor and other administration tools will continue to work as installed. Our addon software allows d star gateways being part of the ustrust network while taking part on the ircddbnetwork without any interference.
The dstar gateway version 2 from icom incorporated contains the basic dstar networking functionality called out in the dstar specification. Any medium which communications is transmitted is amateur radio as long as there is a required callsign given. The original driver for the script was to have a tool that will aid net control stations ncs in the management of large dstar nets. You may choose to order from your favorite retailers. Enter in your location, and the dstarinfo software will create a file for your location with your nearby repeaters all included, each with the i, e, s, u, and link commands to your favorite reflectors. The dv node software package which is also known as windv, which is the windows version of it is a simple guibased d star hotspot application that attempts to be a. Key up your radio once and watch the display on your radio for the login confirmation. Radio amateurs enjoy constructing their radio station from store bought equipment andor homebrew equipment sometimes advancing the state of the radio art. Im assuming youre registered for d star and entered it into the first box on the rsms3a app.
If you have a icom id5100 radio you can import the csv file from the memory card. As an ideal resource for discovering the full range of operating modes and opportunities available to d star users, these manuals simply excel. Do not edit the dsipsvd or dsgwd configuration files, these will be restored. This 440 mhz ht also supports conventional fm comms. Dstar is focused on providing its member utilities with results which can be readily applied to everyday distribution system design, operation, and maintenance. Dv node for windows windv software nextgeneration implementation of a d star hotspot application. If your router supports upnp, pi star will request the ports required to be forwarded, however many people. The dstar gateway is a linux based computer that run the dstar gateway, dstar plus, and monlink software. There is also the ability to map users positions using the d prs function of dstar.
It is similar in functionality to bluedv except not as pretty, and is compatible with all of the ambe3000 based usb devices out there thumbdv, dvstick 30, etc. D rats is a dstar communications tool that supports text chat, tcpip forwarding, file transfers, and can act as an email gateway. Mar 30, 2020 on first launch, dude star will attempt to download the dmr id list and the dplus host file. D star hotspot setup information for amateur radio digital voice using gmsk node adapters.
Id51a plus vhfuhf digital transceiver features icom. The built in d star calculator gives you repeater and reflector information worldwide. New dplus linking features d rats program updates increased emphasis on providing guidance on the most useful d star operating modes. This software connects to dstar, fusion, nxdn, and p25 reflectors and gatewaysrepeaters over udp. Adding a new d star gateway to the network when icom released the first version of the d star gateway program to the amateur community, we worked our way through several challenges, and built a viable network. How can i check the registration status of a dstar user. Then he and his partner moe wheatley ae4jy invented the dvdongle and dvap, devices that allow hams to use the d star system. Per andy taylor in the pi star users support group.
If you have an icom dstar radio but are not near a dstar repeater, a hotspot allows your radio to access dplusconnected dstar repeaters and reflectors. If a compatible dv dongle is detected, tx is enabled. Setting up a raspberry pi for dstar charlotte dstar. Jul 15, 2010 then dplus came along and the programming efforts required grew exponentially because of the extra features. The d star stands for digital smart technologies for amateur radio. This site is dedicated to helping d star users world wide. D star or digital smart technologies for amateur radio is a digital voice and data protocol used in amateur radio.
Icom id5100e dual band dstar mobile radio icom mobile. Simple point and click programs channels without having to count spaces for extensions. My g3 server suffered a hard disk crash, how can i restore the gateway and user database. Hams can extend the d star network to their qth using a gmsk modem and an analog fm transceiver dstar hotspots are inexpensive and easy to set up if you already have a d star radio, just get a gmsk node adapter and follow these simple steps. D star or digital smart technologies for amateur radio is a frequency division multiple access fdma gaussian minimum shift keying gmsk digital voice and data protocol used in amateur radio. Whether you are looking to enter into the world of d star or need a backup d star portable for your gokit, the id31a plus is the perfect radio. Dplus written by robin cutshaw aa4rc and dstarmonitor written by peter loveall ae5pl use.
If you have an icom d star radio but are not near a d star repeater, a hotspot allows your radio to access dplus connected dstar repeaters and reflectors. Dstar digital smart technologies for amateur radio ist ein digitaler ubertragungsstandard. To use the scriptshop exec commands above, users must be registered on the dstar network, except for the use of cx. Or you may just want to control how and where you link to other repeatersreflectors, without disturbing other users of a nearby d star repeater. Join facebook to connect with john frederiks and others you may know. The following charts can help you compare the entire d star product line based on features and specifications. Nifty ez guide to dstar operation 3rd edition this list summarizes the changes and additions. To use any routing group, you must have your gateway logged into the quadnet irc open network, using rr next you need to place routing group callsign in your ur field in your d star radio. Icom are pleased to announce details of the new id5100 dual band dstar mobile. Amateur radio software winlink2000, hfale, digipan, fldigi, g8bpq, ham radio deluxe, linux. After reverseengineering the d star protocol, robin cutshaw aa4rc wrote the dplus software that allows d star repeaters to be linked together and combined on reflectors.
Listen to dstar via the internet why must there always be one in the crowd. D star amateur radio systems, your source for d star digital amateur radio. Advanced vitamin d 5000 iu with all 3 types of vitamin k by peak performance. Check out this free and very useful im chat tool for the icom d star. The system was developed in the late 1990s by the japan amateur radio league and uses minimumshift keying in its packetbased standard. Dec 28, 2011 some changes made and new features added. The following charts can help you compare the entire dstar product line based on features and specifications. Here is an example of the programming for just two repeaters, using d star g2, and dplus. There are 595 d star gateways that are enabled with ircddb. The components you will need to order to set up your raspberry pi dstar access point are listed below with links to where i ordered the items. Starmap 3d plus is the portable star atlas for beginners or advanced astronomers. D star programs category is a curation of 12 web resources on, peanut ham radio digital voice client, dstar tv, nj6ns d star chat. When i have time, i can work on bugfixes and features.
It supports both the node adapter series of boards as well as the dv access point and dv dongle series of usb devices. These missing frames are replaced with silence frames. Nifty ez guide to d star operation 3rd edition this list summarizes the changes and additions. The dstar gateway connects to the dstar repeater controller and to the internet.