Category Archives: RF Gateways

DARN is near

The Digital Analog Radio Network is near. DARN defined as “to mend by weaving thread across a gap” that is what is being done. Those that want to see flexibility will go with the DARN approach, as a improvement while there will be others that find it to be just annoyance. DARN definitely fits the [...]

Dual Repeater Package

Dual Repeater Package – The Maxon SM6000 Series have a built-in single channel repeater controller, here is a drawing that illustrates how two repeaters can be configured along with some of the options. (Click image to expand)

Elastix Server eMail Problem

If you use Elastix as your Asterisk toolkit and have a problem with inbound email be sure to check Postfix – General Options.   You may need to set the “What domain to use in outbound mail” to <your domain name>.

High Speed Multi Media (HSMM)

High Speed Multi Media (HSMM) is often referred to as being the Hinternet (Ham Internet), as it is primarily used under FCC Rules & Regulations Part 97. Under Part 97 commercial off-the-shelf equipment can be used at higher power and higher gain than the more common Part 15 802.11a/b/g operations. The primary purpose for HSMM [...]

Asterisk Capabilities Expand

Asterisk Capabilities Expand via RtpDir bridge software(Real Time Protocol Director) software package for VoIP/RF Gateways. RtpDir bridge software(Real Time Protocol Director). RtpDir is a VoIP software for Amateur(ham) operators. It can also be used on other bands, Government, commercial and private nets, or direct user to user without any radios connected. If a band requires [...]

URI – USB Radio Interface

This is a interface for the Asterisk app_rpt radio control. URI – USB Radio Interface Connect two-way radio to PC Fast and easy! $$ Very low cost $$ USB Interface – no need to open PC case Open source: asterisk, app_rpt Connect to radio’s interface connector Optional configuration EEPROM High-quality full-duplex audio Optional high level [...]