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USE OF 4400/TG235 ON DMR

As the NoV holder of a multimode public gateway I'd like to ensure that DMR users of reflector 4400 or TG235 on DMR are aware of the impact this has on the ability to offer a multi mode service. My gateway like many others are by default linked to DMR reflector 4400 as this is the UK wide DMR calling channel. When someone is using DMR 4400/TG235 my gateway and most other multimode repeaters and gateways are locked in to DMR mode as they can only offer one mode at a time. This means that C4FM, DStar, P25 or analog users cannot access the gateway or repeater. So please consider this if you choose to have an extended chat on 4400/TG235. Not only does this tie up the nationwide DMR calling channel across dozens of DMR repeaters but it also locks out users of other modes, that you will not be aware of, from dozens of multimode gateways and repeaters across the country. /G0NEF

MB6IBK OPERATIONAL

DMR Gateway MB6IBK is now operational in Bracknell, Berkshire. The frequency is 434.4875, colour code 3, slot 2, 1w ERP. The gateway is connected to both the DMR+ and Brandmeister networks via the gateway built into the Pi-Star software used to run the node. The default connection is to DMR reflector 4400 which is the Brandmeister UK wide call channel but most Brandmeister and DMR+ reflectors should be accessible. To connect to a new reflector you must send a PRIVATE CALL to the reflector you want. For Brandmeister use the regular reflector number, so for Reflector 4400,use 4400. Brandmeister reflectors are returned to the Gateway on Talk Group 9. So you need to have TG9 in your recieve talk groups list. For DMR+ add a "8" infront of the reflector number. So for 4400 on DMR+ use 84400. DMR+ connections will come back to the gateway as Talk Group 8, so ensure you have TG8 in your receive group list for each channel. /G0NEF

EMAIL ADDRESSES

Would the keepers of the following repeaters please contact ETCC:
GB3AG, GB3AN, GB3BZ, GB7DK
The email address domains you have registered against your repeater NoV's are no longer valid. Thank you.

Latest Status Updates

GB7FH Reported: G6ORL
NOT OPERATIONAL  21 Jul
TX PA has failed so taken off air.

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GB7CM Reported: G0ZEP
OPERATIONAL  19 Jul
GB7CM has been fully operational since 17:00 on the 19th July.

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GB3DT Reported: G0ZEP
OPERATIONAL  21 Jul
GB3DT is now fully operational after repairs to the mains power were carried out on Blandford Tower. Apologies for any inconvenience.

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GB7YD-B Reported: G4LUE
NOT OPERATIONAL  21 Jul
Repeater off air due to suspect PA failure.

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Status Summary

Red state: 34
Amber state: 150
Green state: 523

Vetting Summary

Vetting: in progress: 14
Frequency requests: 55

Using D-Star

1. most 70cm D-Star repeaters use 9MHz spacing
2. Mode is "DV"
3. YOUR default is "CQCQCQ" or station being called
4. RPT1 (example) GB7DE**B (* = space)
5. RPT2 (example) GB7DE**G (* = space)
6. 2 spaces between callsign and port/mode in RPT1/2
7. 2 Metre port is "C", 70cm is "B"
8. "G" for Gateway allows your call to be heard using as dongle or a connected reflector
9. MYCALL is your own callsign without P or M
10. Polarisation is Vertical

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Repeater Licences

Repeaters, Gateways, Nodes etc are licensed by means of a "Notice of Variation" (NoV) on an individual's amateur radio licence.

A Second NoV will CANCEL the effects of the first Variation in effect removing authorisation to operate the Repeater/Gateway.

All repeater NoV's are issued on a rolling 3 year term.

The RSGB are agents of Ofcom for the issue of NoV's and managing of the frequencies and networks.