Old Melbourne Repeater Association (K4RPT)
Melbourne, Florida

GMRS
WQJG975/R  462.725 (91.5)
STATUS: Normal

Amateur 440
KI4SWB 442.400 (107.2) IRLP 4342 & Echolink 44342
STATUS: Normal

Amateur 220
 KI4SWB 224.120 (107.2)
STATUS: Normal

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 Last Update: 11/16/2008

  • Those with a valid FCC license are invited to use the GMRS repeater on a temporary basis such as while on vacation or visiting the area.  This is what we mean by "Open System".  This is a multiple toned input system so keep in mind there could be other family user tones in use.  Regular users can request a unique ctcss tone to keep their group radios quiet if they wish.  Regular and frequent usage requires permission.  Please contact WQJG975 or WQEZ987 on the air or send a note to info *at* k4rpt *dot* com.  GMRS users should read and follow our simple guidelines for acceptable use and operation.

  • 442.40 repeater system is open to all licensed amateurs and you are encouraged to use it.  A detailed command sheet is available for regular users once we get to know you.  We run EchoIRLP and a prefix digit is required depending on the service you wish to use.  IRLP commands need to be prefaced with a "C" on this system.  To connect to a node or reflector, key the repeater and hit C plus the four digit ID (Cxxxx) and un-key.  When finished use C73 to disconnect.   For Echolink the prefix is "CA".  To connect hit CA + the node number.  Use C73 to disconnect Echolink as well.  The recommended practice is wait a minute or two when fist coming on the repeater and then do a C#0 to speak the node status before issuing a connect command.  A friendly control operator is almost always around so if you need help, just ask.  Note that Echolink PC clients are not allowed on this system without prior authorization.  If you are new to the world VOIP and Amateur Radio, familiarize yourself by visiting the Echolink and IRLP sites.  There is also a wealth of information out there that can be had by surfing around with your friend Google.
     

  • AMSAT Net.  We will be automatically connecting to the KG4YZY-R Echolink node on Thursdays at 7:30EST for the Florida AMSAT Net.  Please contact Scott, WB2UZR here or on the air for more information.
     

  • 442.40 Upgraded.  A new Kenwood TKR-850 was installed 8/29/08.  It is almost completely functional except for not encoding the PL (CTCSS) tone reliably yet.  You must turn off ctcss tone decode, aka "tone squelch" on your radio.  The repeater is still decoding 107.2 so you need to leave encode on and turn decode off. 
     

  • Current projects are TheLinkBox and an all digital controller platform.  We will be connecting a port to TheLinkBox very soon.  We have acquired a RLC-DSP404 controller but it has bugs and lacks some key features so will be some time before it will be implemented.
     

  • Take a look at the technical details and some pictures or our equipment.  Courtesy tone descriptions are here.
     

  • All Repeaters have been constructed with an emphasis on storm survivability.  While we cannot guarantee this, considerable effort and expense has gone into making the repeaters a viable means to communicate when landlines and mobile telephone networks are unavailable or overloaded.  Our equipment is housed in a carrier grade facility complete with diesel generator and multiple redundant internet pipes delivered on underground fiber.  Many system parameters are monitored utilizing computer automation and can be controlled over a secure connection.

 

 

Echolink Status

 

Contact: info *at* k4rpt *dot* com