Nifty E-Z Guide to D-STAR Operation
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| Rating | : | 4.26 (689 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1442141980 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 152 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-10-29 |
| Language | : | English |
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Great Overview of D-Star - Amateur Radio's Communication Technology Several weeks ago I got into D-Star with the purchase of an Icom IC-80AD handheld. As soon as I ordered the radio, I decided to purchase a copy of the Nifty E-Z Guide to D-STAR Operation. The radio and the book arrived on the same day. While I was able to use the Icom software to program the radio right away, the Nifty Guide helped me to easily understand how to properly program the radio. But it's more than that, it discusses in very easy to understand terms how D-STAR operates. Not only that, the guide gives an overview on how t. Austin said An essential item for amateur radio D-Star operations. When first attempting to program and use an ICOM D-Star radio it can be frustrating but this publication makes it easy. The book takes you step-by-step thru the programming process for the different ICOM D-Star capable radios. It also clearly explains just what the D-Star system is and how it works. Many examples are showing in the fine publication. It also explains several internet sites that offer more information about D-Star operations. The Dongle operation involving D-Star is also covered showing how you can access the networ. "Nifty E-Z - D-Star Guide Is Great" according to Henry A Harris. Having become a FCC licensed Amateur Radio Operator about 12 months ago I have been learning many technical ins-and-outs every day since. Not really knowing what I wanted in a handheld radio, I did select the IC-92AD because it indicated that it was D-Star capable. Not really understanding what that meant, but none the less sensing that it may be important (as a I have advance computer skills) I decide that was the one to buy.About 2 weeks ago I got the book and started reading all the way through. But soon I was stopping to learn
Professionally he is a consulting electronics engineer developing electronic products for a variety of corporations. He is also the founder of Nifty Ham Accessories, well known for distributing his series of tutorial and quick reference guides for amateur radio. . About the Author Bernard Lafreniere holds an Extra Class amateur radio license, N6FN and has been involved with ham radio for over 35 years
Using simple and clear-cut explanations, the author, Bernie, N6FN explains how D-STAR repeater systems are configured and intercommunicate over the Internet. Experience the thrill of worldwide digital communications!. Web based resources for calculating call sign routing parameters and finding active D-STAR repeaters and recently heard stations are covered in detail. By far, this is the book to have for active D-STAR operators and those interested in trying the technology. DV short text messaging via the radio and low-speed text data transmissions using a PC and the d*Chat and D-RATS digital data communications programs is explained. Using the DV Dongle for accessing the worldwide D-STAR gateway system without having to use a radio is made clear. This book will teach you how to program your radio to take advantage of call routing and linking within your local repeater system and through Internet gateways to anywhere in the world
. Bernard Lafreniere holds an Extra Class amateur radio license, N6FN and has been involved with ham radio for over 35 years. Professionally he is a consulting electronics engineer developing electronic products for a variety of corporations. He is also the founder of Nifty Ham Accessories, well known for distributing his series of tutorial and quick reference guides for amateur