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VK4NGA
Australia
Приєднався 27 бер 2018
From my shack in Australia, videos of my Amateur Radio journey, mostly about digital voice modes. Unscripted and mostly unedited. Look me up on Facebook and qrz.com. www.vk4nga.com.au
DuraNode AllStar RF Node Made in Australia
This node runs the Australian designed and manufactured DuraNode RF FM hat. Running the NiceRF SA818S-CE UHF 420 - 450 MHz radio module. Uses the Cmedia CM108B USB audio IC.
In Australia to purchase go to:
vk4nga.com.au
Outside Australia:
A partner website is being set up so you can purchase.
Keep an eye on my Facebook page and website for updates.
Cheers & 73 Glenn VK4NGA
In Australia to purchase go to:
vk4nga.com.au
Outside Australia:
A partner website is being set up so you can purchase.
Keep an eye on my Facebook page and website for updates.
Cheers & 73 Glenn VK4NGA
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How to Solder the Raspberry Pi Header Pins
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Some tips on the process of soldering the header pins so you don't cook your Raspberry Pi. The soldering iron tip I use is available from VK Direct, click the link below store.vkdirect.com.au/shop/micro-soldering-tip/ Also, if you are needing hotspot components VK Direct stocks those too, click the link below store.vkdirect.com.au/
Inside the openSPOT 3
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I take a detailed look inside the openSPOT 3. Explaining the hardware plus the hardware difference between the OS4 and the OS4 Pro.
AllStar using the DV Switch mobile app via a Network Radio
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Using the Inrico S200 network radio to directly access AllStar. Allstar Link: www.allstarlink.org/ The DV Switch Android app is available in Google play store.
How to Switch your Hotspot from Ethernet to Wi-Fi
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If you have your hotspot connected to Ethernet, in this video I step you through how to connect it to Wi-Fi. REMEMBER: The default Pi-Star login is Username: pi-star and the Password is: raspberry
AllStar - My Take on How It Works
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A quick look at my AllStar Node and a demonstration on how it works. The Shari kit seen in the video: hamprojects.info/shari-pihat/ AllStar Link website: www.allstarlink.org/
Duplex Hotspot How it Works BUT Do You Need One?
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Duplex hotspots VS simplex explained, how they work and what's inside them. Check out my other videos and links to where to buy. In Australia buy the components here: store.vkdirect.com.au/ Australia and New Zealand amateurs can buy fully built hotspots here: vk4nga.com.au/ How to image the card: ua-cam.com/video/-FO2lwh2k1U/v-deo.html How to connect to your WiFi: ua-cam.com/video/59zqQyVLVGo/v...
How to Connect your Hotspot to Ethernet
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If you have a Jumbo Spot or any Pi-Zero based hotspot then changing configuration via wi-fi can be a real pain, especially if you are trying to change the wi-fi setup. This steps you through how to connect via ethernet. Check out my other videos and links where to buy. In Australia buy the components here: store.vkdirect.com.au/ Australia and New Zealand amateurs can buy fully built hotspots he...
No Radio? No Worries. D-Star, DMR & YSF test using a Portable Ambe Server.
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Check this out! How you can get on D-Star, DMR and Fusion using a Portable Ambe Server and Blue DVAMBE by PA7LIM on an Android phone. See the device here: reflectorloversclub.jimdofree.com/shop/
06-09-2020 ISS pass trying the FM repeater.
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06-09-2020 ISS pass trying the FM repeater, 437.800 RX, 145.990 TX with a 67hz tone. Using an FT991A into a Diamond X-300 vertical. No contacts were made but it's a load of fun trying to get through the pile up.
Build Your Own Hotspot - Easy!
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A quick run run down on how to build a hotspot, some build tips and where to buy the parts. Check out my other videos on how to image Pi-Star to an SD card and how to get into the Pi-Star dashboard to configure the hotspot. In Australia buy the components here: store.vkdirect.com.au/ Australia and New Zealand amateurs can buy fully built hotspots here: vk4nga.com.au/ How to image the card: ua-c...
MMDVM Hotspot Portable setup on the VK-DMR network
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Going mobile or portable on the VK-DMR network? Set up your hotspot tethered to your phone with full access to the Pi-Star dashboard. Using my trusty Jumbo spot purchased from ebay and my RT-3s I step you through some of the process to tether it to your phone for internet and look at the VK-DMR dashboard on your phone. rpt.vkdmr.com Buy a fully built and configured hotspot from me here: faceboo...
Retevis RT3S DMR Basic Operation
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This video shows the basic operation of the RT3S dual band handheld from Retevis. This radio is basically the same as the TYT MD-UV380. I'm very happy with this radio, excellent value for money.
Wires X Pass Through feature on your hotspot
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A demonstration of the Wires X Pass Through feature in Pi-Star using your MMDVM hotspot.
How to Run Multiple Hotspots
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Myth Busted! Yes you can run multiple hotspots in your shack. I run multiple MMDVM's and openspots, all very close by. Build your MMDVM hotspot on a Pi Zero, cheap and they work great, no need for expensive and complicated duplex hotspots. Just adjust the hotspot power down to .1mw in expert settings. Check out my other videos on how to image Pi-Star to an SD card and how to get into the Pi-Sta...
How To Get Into the Pi-Star Dashboard
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How To Get Into the Pi-Star Dashboard
How To Get Your Hotspot Connected to Your Home Wi-Fi
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How To Get Your Hotspot Connected to Your Home Wi-Fi
Where Is the D Star Activity? Let's take a look..
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Where Is the D Star Activity? Let's take a look..
The VK DMR Network is Where All The VK's Are!
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The VK DMR Network is Where All The VK's Are!
XLX299 Multimode Reflector is Awesome! Check It Out!
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XLX299 Multimode Reflector is Awesome! Check It Out!
MMDVM Simplex Hotspot Firmware Upgrade - How to do it
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MMDVM Simplex Hotspot Firmware Upgrade - How to do it
MMDVM hotspot from eBay, Does it work?
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MMDVM hotspot from eBay, Does it work?
VK DMR using Reflectors on your Local Repeater
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VK DMR using Reflectors on your Local Repeater
DMR to YSF Crossmode Using Your Hotspot
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DMR to YSF Crossmode Using Your Hotspot
MMDVM Hotspots - What you need to know
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MMDVM Hotspots - What you need to know
It works! Icom Terminal Mode using a Pi Zero
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It works! Icom Terminal Mode using a Pi Zero
Icom Terminal Mode configuration & demonstration
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Icom Terminal Mode configuration & demonstration
Icom Dstar using 'Your Call' to switch reflectors
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Icom Dstar using 'Your Call' to switch reflectors
Icom D Star program any reflector without software
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Icom D Star program any reflector without software
I still have no idea what the advantage is over a simple 70cm antenna. What is it for?
I tried the Node, But it will not allow WTC any longer by the looks of it. VK5DOC
The most important question left unanswered: does the side PTT work?
@@amydobrowolsky8664 Yes it does.
Strange dstar used to be very busy but i have noticed the same with c4fm and dmr has the digital bubble burst and alll gone back to hf
Great video, good info for newbies with AllStar like me😊 Thanks Glenn
Do these compare to the same price as the Shari nodes. Our club just purchased 8 Shari node kits for $135 AUD each. If the price is about the same price I might give your node a try.
Nice to see a video from you ! Hope all is well.. Looks like a great Node/Hat !
Awesome kit Glenn - love mine.
Excelent Job! 73 PY9JI
These hats work beautifully with either hamvoip or asl3
Will you be adding PayPal as a payment option or will VK Direct be selling these like he does your MMDVM kits? 73
Looks like a very nice unit. Interested to see availability come to the US. Several options here already for AllStar but it’s always nice to have competition and options. Thanks 73
Well done Glenn, looks great. Ian VK4IAK.
Do these boards still make contact and work if you don't solder the pins?
Sigh! I like icoms but there's about no D Star repeaters around here.
Nice video. because people never leave any time between transmissions i cant disconnect from the tg i am . i have to go to dashboard with my single hotspot. can i hear a tg in one channel of duplex hotspot and to disconnect it from the other at duplex hotspot from my radio? Appreciate your help. de sv8djw
How do you configure the radio to use the PTT instead of the on-screen PTT?
Great stuff, and I use the IP method too, but I'm stumped as to why I cannot get to the pi-star web page on my Android 'phone. VPN disabled. IP is displayed on the Nextion anyway but access the web page? Nope. Press on I suppose.
I got a duplex one, and I agree 1000% duplex ones are repeaters
Nice working app, but it just uses way too much date for a VOIP, I used 5 gb of data with it on daily for 7 days, the amount of data is too embarrassing to mention, but will not use this on my Cellular data line just on wifi. The Zello Walkie Talkie app for a month of daily use only use under 1 gb of data if that.
Great video! I'm waiting for mine to arrive as a foundation ham in the UK, 73s
I bought a Yaesu FT-5D and an OpenSpot4 Pro, but the audio quality of Yaesu System Fusion, YSF isn’t as good as FM, a disappointed about the digital modes YSF, DMR, and D-Star. I then bought the Kits4Hams Shari with the Raspberry Pi 4, the assembled and tested version. Now, I have to figure out how to use the Shari PiHat4. From your experience, is the AllStarLink audio quality significantly better than the audio quality that you get with the YSF, DMR, and D-Star digital modes?
How to you program the radio. I have a anytone..
Brilliant. Will look into it. I use dmr and others via android with peanut. But this looks more versatile. Heard it mentioned many times and asked about it. But all i get is a empty reply. Never an explanation. Thanks for info de gw4gja
I will have a single AT ht dmr I thr house do I jeed duplex
Appreciate you sharing this video and information mostly all new to me. 73 de AA4SH
Excellent!~ Very clear and to the point. Node Remote looks like the gear too. vk4etc
What hotspot is this because I have it or a clone and it comes with some junk OSTAR firmware which I hate. I'd love to flash WPSD on it but it doesn't have an SD Card just two Micro USBs?
Excellent video. Many thanks.
They are definitely not low cost anymore.
Thanks, now I can take my yaesu outside. promise I won't use yours password.
My biggest gripe with dmr is people never leave any time between transmissions. I mean never. No matter how many DMR network sites and forums or tg webpages constantly reminding people to leave a few seconds between them.... People still hit that ptt as fast as they can. I always have to go to my dashboard and disconnect the tg that way. Occasionally I get lucky and the entire conversation is over but not usually. I love ham radio but I will never understand how certain people fight to hit the ptt over anyone else to say absolutely nothing most of the time lol. Just be patient and let other people get a transmission in on occasion. It will eventually come back around and you can go off on whatever crazy tangent you are dying to say on the airways nuts! 😂
Thank you. I have a Mini 1.3 OLED Zum Spot Mini. I haven’t been able to get it to connect to any of my wireless networks. I plan to give the Ethernet adapter a try. It’s just a shame that the pi-star software doesn’t do a better job at network configurations. They should also add a section that shows the Ethernet adapter settings.
Great informative video. My question is, can you run more than one adapter if they are name brand or a better quality device? I am having issues with the Pi-Star dashboard if my computer is Ethernet and the hotspot is Wifi.
Hi yes you can.
"Australian seller" LOL who buys bulk on AliExpress...
"An assumption" LOL with no basis. Another keyboard warrior.
@@vk4nga Everything is done in China mate, don't be hypocrite. You doing good videos and I appreciate them. Take chill pill and carry on.
Thanks. just ordered one.
A friend is bugging me to get an allstar node. I just don't get it. I see no need. We did DMR a few years ago, that was fun for a minute. Everything is just crickets anymore. Done spending money on it.
Georgie, The point is linking things together world wide, just like YSF or a DMR or dstar room but in analog. For instance, my local club repeater is hooked into all-star. So it can be accessed from anywhere in the world and we can talk.
I just found your video and I know it is 4 yrs old but i was wondering with all your hotspots running how do you access the different dashboards without unplugging all but one hotspot they all seem to use the same ip address?
Each hotspot is assigned it's own IP address by your home router.
I had missed this video, thanks for posting the reminder and tips. M7WDX
Just starting out in dmr I'm going for thr simplex one right now
Please realize that Ham's hack the use of the term simplex. This leads to people taking it beyond a redefine. For example, your definition of duplex is completely wrong. It is possible to operate duplex with tx & rx on the same frequency. This takes a more expensive radio, one with two transceivers. Wee we operate on repeaters we are operating half-duplex. The is the same as operating peer to peer on a single frequency. To operate true simplex, just turn on your auto's FM stereo. That's true simplex.
Hi and thanks for taking the time to correct me. I'm no expert on the subject, but my video needs to be taken in context of common hotspot terminology, particularly if operating on DMR. Here's an idea, why don't you take the time to record a video so people are further informed.
@@vk4nga Yes, it is unfortunate that the miss use has become "common" for part of Amateur Radio. Note, for HF operations the poor terminology is not used, but rather the correct term of "split mode operations". I am not criticizing your use of the common kludge, but criticizing your extension in falsely defining "duplex". Yes, I'm on a mission to point this out. Fortunately, the plague exists only with VHF/UHF operators. I could post a video, but the reality is that throwing water on the fire is more effective. And besides, comments help you regarding the UA-cam algorithm.
Thanks, this is one of the best videos I've seen on this topic. When you say you use 2m for your Allstar node, is that primarily because your other shack radios are all 70cm mostly? I mostly operate on 2m for the rest of my stuff so was thinking 70cm might be the go for mine.
Hi David, yes all of my hotspots are 70cm. That's why I chose 2m. Since making that video I now manufacture AllStar nodes. Take a look vk4nga.com.au Cheers Glenn
I have 2 brand new in boxes have had for 18 mths this code plug thing has me stumped so they are doorstops at the moment
CAN i access the PI-HOTSPOT FOR EXAMPLE IM USING THE HOSPOT TO SEND THE DATA IN MY WEBSITE?
Cannot get the board to be found on my computer, tried installing driver, opened BlueDV and device not found, cannot even use device manager (on three different computers) to find the device... help, please?
Trying to get my head around Duplex Hotspot. Would the only difference be you can listen to a repeater through the hotspot to both Time Slots? This would work if your radio's main channel and sub channel where on the same frequency but one on Time Slot 1 and the other on Time Slot 2 along with their specific Talk Groups? Do I have this right? No other benefits besides listening to 2 Timeslots at the same time? Does a Duplex hotspot have any value when your on a Network like TGIF
What does the display do?
Awesome video. Very well explained. Thanks to Glenn, Mike and co for demystifying the reflector. Well done fellas
Do you still supply these?
Any one have any information on how to run p25 no matter how I try to set my zumspot it will not let me link to any 925 links on pistar