In my setup, i did not want to leave the dr 1x in remote mode only when irlp echolink is keyed up, to allow the repeater to work normally as a repeater when irlp is idle. Well, we were not that crazy about the whole dr 1x and system fusion concept from yaesu from the beginning. However, with the market for dr1x compatible controllers this immature, we felt that investment in relatively expensive controller gear was not the right choice at this time. The yaesu dr 1x repeater and arcom rc210 controller work beautifully together once you get the initial connections and modifications completed. Dr1x repeater support will be available at early 2015 with dr1x firmware update. In the past we have had serious problems with the wiresx software and dr 1x firmware and even in the current version 1.
The dr1x repeater is in fact nothing more than two yaesu ftm400. Well, we were not that crazy about the whole dr1x and system fusion concept from yaesu from the beginning. Our builtin antivirus checked this download and rated it as 100% safe. Allstar asterisk software was installed on the pi 3. Rcp windows programming software pdf interfacing the kenwood tmv71a to the rc210 rcp windows programming software chm interfacing the kenwood tm281a to the rc210 rack mount installation. In order to interface with the echo link system over the internet, and also to use special features with dtmf tone selection, an external controller must be added.
Icom cat civ interfaces to allow remote control of your transceiver via your pc. The internals of the repeater have been modified what prevent it. In my setup, i did not want to leave the dr1x in remote mode only when irlpecholink is keyed up, to allow the repeater to work normally as a repeater when irlp is idle. Wtf hosting echolink proxy servers wayne technical fanatics.
Both are located at his home and he only has one internet connection. Ive recently had the pleasure of updating the firmware dsp code on two of our clubs dr1x repeaters. Significant dr1x and ftm400 modifications hobbyscoop. Gb3rt is now linked to echolink thanks to ashley for his work on this gw0uxj currently unavailable due to tech. It retransmits what it hears, fm to fm and digital to digital. Echolink for beginners 2nd edition kindle edition by schell, brian. Make sure this fits by entering your model number yaesus hri200 is a simple to use plug and play internet linking solution. Yaesu dr1x 144430 dual band c4fmfm digital repeater.
The yaesu dr 1x and dr2x have some significant issues when being used with an external repeater. The most popular versions among the program users are 2. The repeater is a yaesu dr 1x and is operating in automatic mode. Echolink for dummies ne8k daniel burk simplex channel 145. The yaesu dr1x and dr2x have some significant issues when being used with an external repeater. My father wanted to be able to run a dedicated wiresx node on his yaesu dr1x repeater. The recipient needs to be running this software echoemail so as to receive emails. The program enables worldwide connections to be made between stations, from computer to station, or from computer to computer. We decided to research the dr1x interface port and use a software based repeater controller for linking the repeaters. Replacing your conventional fm repeater with the dr1x will provide continued use of conventional fm communication while integrating the use of digital communication functions through its unique ams capability. Download this file to your hard drive and then open it to begin installation. Interfacing the yaesu dr 1x with the scom 7330 repeater controller 147. The design does not require software or any special components. Yaesu hri200 digital modems, hri200 ham radio outlet.
In order to interface with the echo link system over the internet, and also to use special features with. Yaesu dr1x c4fm digital and analog hybrid repeater system using justin reed nv8qs script and wiring diagram. While the adr was designed for use with our rc210 in mind, it will work with any repeater controller on the market. Each new user of echolink must provide proof of license before access is. Icom cat civ and audio interfaces giving full access to modes such as psk31d star interface cables the cat cables are compatible with a huge range of icom equipment. Use the message board to share your repeater and hotspot implementations using the udrc or udrcii. The dr1 x will receive any input signal that comes from a user or from the ft1d connected to the otb interface. Dr1x repeaters that went back for the recall, bought later as an fr version, and the dr2x cannot be used. Many people are using the yaesu dr1x repeater for duplexed operations must not be firmware updated, i.
Messages that are sent to your echolink text box in the format your call message will send the content of the message to you via email. After installing, you can run echolink from the programs section of your start menu, or from your desktop. Udrc convert a yaesu fusion repeater dr1x to work with. Please note that you must hold a valid amateur radio license in order to use echolink. The first computer i used for the relay was an i3 laptop with 4gb of ram. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Take a tour download validation interfaces support and faqs help files news and tips vanity node numbers conference servers routers and firewalls current logins link status. The firmware version is displayed across the top of the first setup screen where the frequencies are programmed. However, with the market for dr 1x compatible controllers this immature, we felt that investment in relatively expensive controller gear was not the right choice at this time. Amateur radio, ham radio, dmr, dstar, ysf, hamshack hotline, allstar. Since the internet is a shared, public resource, security is naturally a very important part of the system.
The actual developer of the free software is synergenics, llc. No soldering, cable building, or router configuration required. We decided to research the dr 1x interface port and use a software based repeater controller for linking the repeaters. Motorola radios are great, but have drawbacks if you dont have access to programming software.
The two boards were mounted in our control computer which links the repeaters to eachother, in addition to the echolink network. When tx is asserted to the ft1dr, it will transmit using the last mode that it heard which is set by the last. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading echolink for beginners 2nd edition. He also wanted to run a second wiresx node for personal use. Interfacing to the daniels repeater adr interface for dr1x adr interface for dr2x modifying the dr1x adr interface to use with the dr2x. Bridgecom repeaters including the 220 band homebrew systems. Waiting for yaesu dr1x repeater to arrive click to download audio archives of repeater. I started this process a while back with my post titled yaesu dr 1x modifications part 1 which linked to the instructions on modifying the internal cable to intercept the ptt signal and the addition. His repeaters wiresx node is connected to a liva microcomputer.
Used for fm mode it is a bit lacking in control features, not even providing a courtesy tone. Assistance in setting up a yaesu fusion dr1x repeater. This was the result of a morning of experimentation with echolink on an adssr2 prototype. The dr 1x only allows the use of an external controller for analog operation of the repeater however. I learned that dr 1x pin 1 must be pulled low l to allow the pin 2 ptt to work. The old icomkenwood sitting in the corner collecting dust is a viable option. Waiting for yaesu dr 1x repeater to arrive click to download audio archives of repeater. Another test cord will be in order to monitor the 3 pins with the cord plugged into the ra40 and the dr1x repeater. Echolink software allows licensed amateur radio stations to communicate with one another over the internet, using streamingaudio technology. Icom tranciever cat interface products and fall into the following categories. Yaesu dr1x currently available directly from yaesu on a special promotion kenwood tkr750850. Interfacing the yaesu dr1x with the scom 7330 repeater controller 147.
Included with the unit are premade cables that allow the end user to simply plugin to any number of yaesu radios and go. Repeaters and controllers repeaters, controllers, dstar, echolink. Echolink opens a world of new communications possibilities by joining amateur radio stations over the internet. Usb cable data cable minidin 10p10p ct174 data cable minidin 10p6p ct175 wiresx software setup disk cd operating manual warranty card. Be warned only original dr1x repeaters can be used for conversions. If you have some other type of firewall, including software firewalls such as norton internet security, you will still need to take extra steps to allow the echolink software to work correctly. Also an echolink connection may be necessary to resolve which adjustment to compensate with if these levels are found to be incorrect. See the individual product descriptions to check which. Wtf hosting echolink proxy servers ww8tf roving again for the 2020 ares simplex contest. The echolink installer is commonly called echolink. This is a selfextracting installer, which installs the program and the help file. There are new dtmf mute bypass software switches that enable the ability to disable the dtmf mute and ignore commands on a specific path for that one transmission. I almost didnt mention this but thought it may be worth noting just in case someone may find this while trying to setup an echolink relay.
The squelch input can be sensed using the same serial line. Yaesu dr1x fusion repeater project with a pi 3 and ra40 control interface board. It does have its porting problems if used through a wifi network but otherwise is a nice software package enabling 247 access to distant repeaters when hf condx are poor. Details on the software setup will be available in a. This feature also might not work with more restrictive firewalls such as the type found in offices and businesses. Provisioned for an external relay on logic output 2 to remotely reset the dr.
The yaesu dr1x is a digitalconventional fm dual mode repeater that covers the vhf and uhf amateur radio bands. Yaesu dr 1x c4fm digital and analog hybrid repeater system using justin reed nv8qs script and wiring diagram. How to convert a yaesu dr1x repeater to a multimode digital repeater that supports dstar, ysf. Thelinkbox is a branch of thebridge echolink conference software, and is quite anonymous on the project website. Linking yaesu dr1x repeaters without expensive hardware. Echolink is software which allows amateur radio stations to communicate with one another over the internet, using voiceoverip voip technology. I learned that dr1x pin 1 must be pulled low l to allow the pin 2 ptt to work.
The dr1x includes several hardware and software changes that improve reliability and. Ptt and operating mode can be controlled remotely via a usb virtual serial port. How to make a mmdvm digital repeater n5amds digital. In the past we have had serious problems with the wiresx software and dr1x firmware and even in the current version 1.