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2024-07-10T21:33:45Z

W2ORT:

Welcome to the W2ORT Wiki Page!
== General Information ==
Welcome to the Wiki of W2ORT. As I think of more things to assist people with I will post more information to this page. Please send me an email at w2ort.matt@gmail.com if you would like to me to add information on a topic. Thank you for visiting my site!

==Contents==
* [[Obtaining/Managing FRN]]
* [[Radio Service Comparison]]
* [[ADS-B_Set_Up|Setting Up ADS-B Decoder w/ Virtual Radar]]
* [[How to set up Teamspeak 3]]
* [[Coding Projects]]
* [[P25_PiZero_Hotspot]]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR0ZTk_LNk Field-Craft Military Speaker]

== Useful Links ==
* [https://www.akardam.net/r/m/tools/fdecode.pl Astro Flashcode Decoder]
* [https://www.qrz.com/db/W2ORT My QRZ Page]
* [https://www.distancebetweencities.us/ Distance Between Locations]
* [https://www.ve2dbe.com/rmonline_s.asp RF Propagation Software - Free]
* [https://cloudrf.com/ RF Propagation Software - Paid]
* [https://www.facebook.com/groups/259227909715182 HAM Radio Volunteer Examiners Facebook]
* [https://www.n2yo.com/ Realtime Satellite Tracking]
* [https://www.fcc.gov/engineering-technology/electromagnetic-compatibility-division/frequency-coordination-canada-below FCC 'Line' Interactive Map]

P25 PiZero Hotspot

2024-07-10T21:33:03Z

W2ORT: Created page with "This wiki serves as a reference to creating a MMFVM Hotspot using a Raspberry Pi Zero. This may work for other devices but is untested and unconfirmed. '''Picking a frequency:''' The following frequencies are being used in Canada and US for DV Simplex (Hotspots). (For Other countries, please check the Bandplan for your area) Band Frequency 2 m 145.670 MHz 2 m 145.750 MHz 2 m 145.790 MHz 2 m 147.525 MHz (Fusion..."

This wiki serves as a reference to creating a MMFVM Hotspot using a Raspberry Pi Zero. This may work for other devices but is untested and unconfirmed.

'''Picking a frequency:'''

The following frequencies are being used in Canada and US for DV Simplex (Hotspots).

(For Other countries, please check the Bandplan for your area)

Band Frequency

2 m 145.670 MHz

2 m 145.750 MHz

2 m 145.790 MHz

2 m 147.525 MHz (Fusion)

2 m 147.555 MHz

70 cm 431.100 MHz

70 cm 433.300 MHz

70 cm 434.400 MHz

70 cm 445.800 MHz

70 cm 446.800 MHz

Please do NOT use AMSAT/SAREX/ARISS frequencies.

(145.500-145.590, 145.800-146.000, 435.000-438.000mhz)

Reference: https://ve1cra.net/main/dmr.html#frequencies

'''Creating Pi Image:'''

# Get an SD Card Formatter and Imager (Windows can be used to format, and BalenaEtcher is a recommended Imager)
## SD Card must be at LEAST 4GB size
# Format SD Card with FAT32
# Image Pi with correct image from pi-star site: [https://www.pistar.uk/downloads/ Click Here]
# Load SD card into RaspPi and allow to boot

'''Configure Pi-Star:'''

# Connect to RaspPi via Wifi
## SSID: pi-star
## Password: raspberry
# Navigate in browser to http://pi-star.local/
# Log into pi-star (default login is same as wifi login)
# Configure and

Main Page

2022-09-04T14:44:48Z

W2ORT: /* Useful Links */

Welcome to the W2ORT Wiki Page!
== General Information ==
Welcome to the Wiki of W2ORT. As I think of more things to assist people with I will post more information to this page. Please send me an email at w2ort.matt@gmail.com if you would like to me to add information on a topic. Thank you for visiting my site!

==Contents==
* [[Obtaining/Managing FRN]]
* [[Radio Service Comparison]]
* [[ADS-B_Set_Up|Setting Up ADS-B Decoder w/ Virtual Radar]]
* [[How to set up Teamspeak 3]]
* [[Coding Projects]]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR0ZTk_LNk Field-Craft Military Speaker]

== Useful Links ==
* [https://www.akardam.net/r/m/tools/fdecode.pl Astro Flashcode Decoder]
* [https://www.qrz.com/db/W2ORT My QRZ Page]
* [https://www.distancebetweencities.us/ Distance Between Locations]
* [https://www.ve2dbe.com/rmonline_s.asp RF Propagation Software - Free]
* [https://cloudrf.com/ RF Propagation Software - Paid]
* [https://www.facebook.com/groups/259227909715182 HAM Radio Volunteer Examiners Facebook]
* [https://www.n2yo.com/ Realtime Satellite Tracking]
* [https://www.fcc.gov/engineering-technology/electromagnetic-compatibility-division/frequency-coordination-canada-below FCC 'Line' Interactive Map]

Main Page

2022-09-04T14:42:50Z

W2ORT:

Welcome to the W2ORT Wiki Page!
== General Information ==
Welcome to the Wiki of W2ORT. As I think of more things to assist people with I will post more information to this page. Please send me an email at w2ort.matt@gmail.com if you would like to me to add information on a topic. Thank you for visiting my site!

==Contents==
* [[Obtaining/Managing FRN]]
* [[Radio Service Comparison]]
* [[ADS-B_Set_Up|Setting Up ADS-B Decoder w/ Virtual Radar]]
* [[How to set up Teamspeak 3]]
* [[Coding Projects]]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR0ZTk_LNk Field-Craft Military Speaker]

== Useful Links ==
* [https://www.akardam.net/r/m/tools/fdecode.pl Astro Flashcode Decoder]
* [https://www.qrz.com/db/W2ORT My QRZ Page]
* [https://www.distancebetweencities.us/ Distance Between Locations]
* [https://www.ve2dbe.com/rmonline_s.asp RF Propagation Software - Free]
* [https://cloudrf.com/ RF Propagation Software - Paid]
* [https://www.facebook.com/groups/259227909715182 HAM Radio Volunteer Examiners Facebook]
* [https://www.n2yo.com/ Realtime Satellite Tracking]
* [https://www.fcc.gov/engineering-technology/electromagnetic-compatibility-division/frequency-coordination-canada-below FCC Line A - Interactive Map]

Main Page

2022-08-02T17:29:02Z

W2ORT: /* Useful Links */

Welcome to the W2ORT Wiki Page!
== General Information ==
Welcome to the Wiki of W2ORT. As I think of more things to assist people with I will post more information to this page. Please send me an email at w2ort.matt@gmail.com if you would like to me to add information on a topic. Thank you for visiting my site!

==Contents==
* [[Obtaining/Managing FRN]]
* [[Radio Service Comparison]]
* [[ADS-B_Set_Up|Setting Up ADS-B Decoder w/ Virtual Radar]]
* [[How to set up Teamspeak 3]]
* [[Coding Projects]]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR0ZTk_LNk Field-Craft Military Speaker]

== Useful Links ==
* [https://www.akardam.net/r/m/tools/fdecode.pl Astro Flashcode Decoder]
* [https://www.qrz.com/db/W2ORT My QRZ Page]
* [https://www.distancebetweencities.us/ Distance Between Locations]
* [https://www.ve2dbe.com/rmonline_s.asp RF Propagation Software - Free]
* [https://cloudrf.com/ RF Propagation Software - Paid]
* [https://www.facebook.com/groups/259227909715182 HAM Radio Volunteer Examiners Facebook]
* [https://www.n2yo.com/ Realtime Satellite Tracking]

Main Page

2022-08-02T11:27:41Z

W2ORT:

Welcome to the W2ORT Wiki Page!
== General Information ==
Welcome to the Wiki of W2ORT. As I think of more things to assist people with I will post more information to this page. Please send me an email at w2ort.matt@gmail.com if you would like to me to add information on a topic. Thank you for visiting my site!

==Contents==
* [[Obtaining/Managing FRN]]
* [[Radio Service Comparison]]
* [[ADS-B_Set_Up|Setting Up ADS-B Decoder w/ Virtual Radar]]
* [[How to set up Teamspeak 3]]
* [[Coding Projects]]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR0ZTk_LNk Field-Craft Military Speaker]

== Useful Links ==
* [https://www.akardam.net/r/m/tools/fdecode.pl Astro Flashcode Decoder]
* [https://www.qrz.com/db/W2ORT My QRZ Page]
* [https://www.distancebetweencities.us/ Distance Between Locations]
* [https://www.ve2dbe.com/rmonline_s.asp RF Propagation Software - Free]
* [https://cloudrf.com/ RF Propagation Software - Paid]
* [https://www.facebook.com/groups/259227909715182 HAM Radio Volunteer Examiners Facebook]

Obtaining/Managing FRN

2022-07-12T18:38:31Z

W2ORT:

== Step by Step ==
Step 1: [https://apps.fcc.gov/coresWeb/publicHome.do Click Here] and register for to receive your FRN. 
Step 2: [https://wireless2.fcc.gov/UlsEntry/licManager/login.jsp Click Here] to log into your account. 
 
If you have a license it will automatically bring you to your licenses where you can view and print, or submit modifications on the left hand menu bar. 
If you do NOT have a license you must do one of the following based on your goals:
 

 
'''GMRS Goal:'''
 
Step 1: Log into your FCC ULS Account with your FRN and Password. 
Step 2: On the left hand Menu bar select "Apply for a New license" 
Step 3: At the very bottom of the drop down menu select "ZA - General Mobile Radio Service" 
Step 4: Follow the application process and prompts. 
Note: It may take up to a week for you to receive your callsign via email on record with the FCC ULS. This license costs 35$ and is valid for 10 years, learn more about it on the [[Radio Service Comparison]] page.
 

 
'''HAM Radio Goal:'''
 
Step 1: After obtaining your FRN register for a test session to test for your amateur radio license. 
The Amateur Radio test is broken into (3) license classes Technician, General, and Extra. Each class license builds upon the last and provides more frequency authorizations and abilities. The first test you will take is the Technician test which is a (35) multiple choice exam that you need at least a 74% to pass. This license is also a 35$ fee valid for 10 years. Upgrades to the next license class are free.
 

 
Study for your Exam with some of the resources I have compiled [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ccQXnR9rEn8Jqd76utDkQKvkGr-O_y0a?usp=sharing Here]
 

 
Look for an Amateur test session at one of these sites:
* [http://www.arrl.org/find-an-amateur-radio-license-exam-session American Radio Relay League]
* [https://hamstudy.org/sessions HAM Study]

Radio Service Comparison

2022-07-12T18:11:11Z

W2ORT:

{| class="wikitable"
|+ Radio Service Comparison Chart
|-
! CB Radio !! GMRS !! HAM Radio
|-
| FCC Part 95 || FCC Part 95.E || FCC Part 97
|-
| Free to Use || 35$ for 10 yrs || 35$ for 10 yrs
|-
| Limited Channels in 11 meter band || Limited Channels in UHF Band || Many Frequencies in many bands
|-
| HF-like Propagation on radio to radio || local range with ability to set up a repeater without needing coordination || Range possibilities are endless with satellites, moon bounce (EME), HF, etc.
|-
| Unmoderated || Requires only fee for license || Requires 35 question multiple choice test for initial license class
|}

== Citizens Band==
Civilians Band (CB Radio), is widely known as the Truckers radio used in big 18 wheelers. CB Radio today continues to be the cost effective and range capable radio used for truckers communicating when picking up loads from yards, to families travelling long distance, and so much more. These radios while they are cheaper and easier to come by have a wide range of small nuisances that limit range and capabilities.

Most cheap radios you can buy for CB radio come only with the (AM) Amplitude Modulation mode that changes the height of the wavelength as you speak into the radio. CB Radio is considered to be part of the HF bands (3MHz to 30MHz) and has MUCH better propogation and distance when used with a (SSB) Single Sideband Radio that take the Carrier Frequency (Channel you are on) and transmits/receives only the upper or lower half of that frequency's bandwidth give you better performance. Radios made for CB also are limited on their power output limiting their range during times of lower solar activity and night-time hours. CB Radio range is best during the summer, during the day, and when there is a higher solar index.

Another thing to consider when getting CB antennas is to go with the longest antenna you can, the best antennas are usually the 102" whip antennas that can properly transmit and receive with little to no compromise. While other antennas will work bigger antennas will always have the advantage when it comes to HF frequencies. Compare using a small CB antenna to trying to catch an oversized beach ball with a baseball glove. Using the antenna that is tuned to, and the right size for the wavelength with lead to better results.

== General Mobile Radio Service==
GMRS is a valuable tool and communication service for many. This service is best suited for families and friends wanting to have radios and communications when hunting, travelling, or even just around the farm or house. GMRS requires (1) family member to have a license and the entire immediate family living in the same household is legally able to use the same callsign. This makes licensing a bunch of people, specifically for the family use, very cost effective and easy to do. This service limits the frequencies you may use to specific channels in the UHF Band (462 MHz Area) with only FM modulation being authorized, while this is very effective in urban environments and road trips it may become an issue is areas of heavy foliage for camping or hunting uses. Range of radios vary depending on power, antennas used, and terrain in between the two radios trying to communicate. If users are close together, less than 3 miles, communications with a decent GMRS will be of no challenge with a Hand Talkie (HT). Mobile GMRS radios are limited to a maximum of 50 watts of power which can greatly increase communication range and quality. The best advantage of GMRS is that once licensed, you are able to make FULL use of the 27 channels authorized to GMRS to build or purchase a repeater set up and with quality parts and coax with the proper tuning and programming can vastly extend range up to 30 miles more or less depending on the repeaters geographical elevation and Height Above Terrain. GMRS radios must be part 95 certified for legal use however many argue that commercial LMR and other radios certified for Part 90 (Public Safety) are great to use as long as no interference is caused. The legal effects of not using a Part 95 radio fall on the license holder.

== HAM Radio ==
HAM Radio has the most to offer when it comes to control the operator has, abilities, modes, and even frequencies to use. To become an amateur radio operator it takes a higher knowledge of FCC Regulations and Radio Basics to pass a (35) question multiple choice test with at least a 74% to pass the entry level license class, Technician. The HAM Radio service is broken into (3) License classes: 
* Technician License Class: Authorizing most abilities in the VHF/UHF and (1) HF band allowing for "newer" operators to gain experience and learn to communicate in the hobby on a local basis using repeaters and simplex with almost no limitation on modes allowing for P25, DMR, and many other modes of communication. More "Beyond Line of Sight" Communications can be achieve by technicians using remote linking programs such as Brandmeister, Echolink, and Amateur Radio satellites including the International Space Station. 
* General License Class: Authorizes most but not all capabilities in HF and enables more technical exploration in communications talking to operators around the globe. A major benefit to the general class other than a large boost in frequency allocations, is the ability to become a Volunteer Examiner and assist or lead test sessions for ONLY the Technician level class with some exceptions like being able to assist for higher license classes while still not being allowed to sign the CSCE. 
* Extra License Class: This class gives even more HF frequency allocations primarily in areas that are hot spots for DX or Foreign countries to operate at and is a desired area to operate and make contacts with distant stations with varying frequency allocations in their region. Additionally, this class is the most recognized license class by foreign nations allowing you to communicate with your HAM Radio equipment while travelling abroad. The final reason the Extra license class operators are very important is they are the ONLY license class allowed to become volunteer accredited to hold test session and license operators on ALL classes including the extra license.

Radio Service Comparison

2022-07-12T17:56:45Z

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Radio Service Comparison

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Main Page

2022-07-12T17:43:41Z

W2ORT:

Welcome to the W2ORT Wiki Page!
== General Information ==
Welcome to the Wiki of W2ORT. As I think of more things to assist people with I will post more information to this page. Please send me an email at w2ort.matt@gmail.com if you would like to me to add information on a topic. Thank you for visiting my site!

==Contents==
* [[Obtaining/Managing FRN]]
* [[Radio Service Comparison]]
* [[ADS-B_Set_Up|Setting Up ADS-B Decoder w/ Virtual Radar]]
* [[How to set up Teamspeak 3]]
* [[Coding Projects]]

== Useful Links ==
* [https://www.akardam.net/r/m/tools/fdecode.pl Astro Flashcode Decoder]
* [https://www.qrz.com/db/W2ORT My QRZ Page]
* [https://www.distancebetweencities.us/ Distance Between Locations]
* [https://www.ve2dbe.com/rmonline_s.asp RF Propagation Software - Free]
* [https://cloudrf.com/ RF Propagation Software - Paid]
* [https://www.facebook.com/groups/259227909715182 HAM Radio Volunteer Examiners Facebook]

Obtaining/Managing FRN

2022-07-12T17:42:29Z

W2ORT: Created page with "== Step by Step == Step 1: [https://apps.fcc.gov/coresWeb/publicHome.do Click Here] and register for to receive your FRN. Step 2: [https://wireless2.fcc.gov/UlsEntry/licManager/login.jsp Click Here] to log into your account. If you have a license it will automatically bring you to your licenses where you can view and print, or submit modifications on the left hand menu bar. If you do NOT have a license you must do one of the following based on your goals..."

Radio Service Comparison

2022-07-01T16:30:35Z

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Coding Projects

2022-05-29T07:47:52Z

W2ORT: Created page with "==Minecraft== [All of these plugins are for Bukkit servers developed in 2014. They are untested and no longer supported] # [https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/bukkit-plugins/op-join Op Join]: Announces when an administrator joins the server. # [https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/bukkit-plugins/admin-kits Admin Kit]: Gives an administrator a diamond kit with enchanted equipment and tools. # [https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/bukkit-plugins/youtube-broadcaster YouT..."

==Minecraft==

[All of these plugins are for Bukkit servers developed in 2014. They are untested and no longer supported]
# [https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/bukkit-plugins/op-join Op Join]: Announces when an administrator joins the server.
# [https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/bukkit-plugins/admin-kits Admin Kit]: Gives an administrator a diamond kit with enchanted equipment and tools.
# [https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/bukkit-plugins/youtube-broadcaster YouTube Broadcaster]: Can be used by any user to announce the server is being recorded or not. (Does NOT actually record)

==Visual Studios==

[These are no longer supported]
# [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_ypEVoITVzXNI72SSOxQjWjcYw8yr-y4/view RowanCAD]: Computer Aided Dispatch system for Rowan University, NJ. (Not affiliated or official, just a project that was worked on)
# [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FObSMhZQOTSXySEEckER1sa0tTNE2E5-/view OaklandMDT]: Computer Aided Dispatch system for Oakland First Aid Squad, NJ. (Not affiliated or official, just a project that was worked on)

==Websites Created by Me==

[These are no longer supported]
# [https://oaklandfas.org/ Oakland First Aid Squad]

How to set up Teamspeak 3

2022-04-16T20:39:02Z

W2ORT:

== Teamspeak 3 ==

# Download Teamspeak 3 [https://teamspeak.com/en/downloads/ HERE]
# Install software as you would any other and boot
# Go to options > Playback '''AND''' Capture
# Make sure all devices are with your correct or default microphone and headset/speakers
# Set a Push to Talk button to allow to prevent unwanted things from being heard!
# Connections > Connect:
 
* Server Address: ts.w2ort.com
* Password: (Leave Blank)
* Nickname: [CALLSIGN] Name Here
 
 
Watch Video Tutorial [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aWAMWiFph_8 HERE]!

Main Page

2022-04-16T20:19:12Z

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How to set up Teamspeak 3

2022-04-16T20:18:24Z

W2ORT: Created page with "== Teamspeak 3 == # Download Teamspeak 3 [https://teamspeak.com/en/downloads/ HERE] # Install software as you would any other and boot # Go to options > Playback '''AND''' Capture # Make sure all devices are with your correct or default microphone and headset/speakers # Set a Push to Talk button to allow to prevent unwanted things from being heard! # Connections > Connect: * Server Address: ts.w2ort.com * Password: (Leave Blank) * Nickname: [CALLSIGN] Name Here <b..."

ADS-B Set Up

2022-04-11T00:27:10Z

W2ORT:

==Setting Up ADS-B Decoder w/ Virtual Radar==
 
You will need:
* (x1) Software Defined Radio with a resonant antenna
* [http://planeplotter.pbworks.com/w/page/79995023/Dump1090 Dump 1090 Software]
* [https://www.virtualradarserver.co.uk/Download.aspx Virtual Radar Server]

 
- Please note you MUST put the drivers on both "Bulk Interface 0" and "Bulk Interface 1"
 
- One interface is for HF Bands, and One is for VHF+
# Update your SDR with the correct WinUSB Driver using the [https://zadig.akeo.ie/ ZaDig] Tool
# Install the Virtual Radar Software
# Boot Virtual Radar and go to Tools > Options > Receiver > Wizard (At Top Right)
# Wizard: A Software Defined Radio > Dump 1090 > yes > Finish
# Run the Dump1090.exe
# Paste into Browser: http://127.0.0.1/VirtualRadar
# Configure Settings to your liking and Enjoy!

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=daw0mC31Zv0 '''Installation Video''']

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ADS-B Set Up

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Radio Service Comparison

2022-03-30T13:49:38Z

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Radio Service Comparison

2022-03-30T04:39:25Z

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{| class="wikitable"
|+ Radio Service Comparison Chart
|-
! CB Radio !! GMRS !! HAM Radio
|-
| Free to Use || 35$ for 10 yrs || 35$ for 10 yrs
|-
| Limited Channels in 11 meter band || Limited Channels in UHF Band || Many Frequencies in many bands
|-
| HF-like Propagation on radio to radio || local range with ability to set up a repeater without needing coordination || Range possibilities are endless with satellites, moon bounce (EME), HF, etc.
|-
| Unmoderated || Requires only fee for license || Requires 35 question multiple choice test for initial license class
|}

== Citizens Band==
Information to Come!

== General Mobile Radio Service==
Information to Come!

== HAM Radio ==
Information to Come!

Radio Service Comparison

2022-03-30T04:39:06Z

W2ORT:

{| class="wikitable"
|+ Radio Service Comparison Chart
|-
! CB Radio !! GMRS !! HAM
|-
| Free to Use || 35$ for 10 yrs || 35$ for 10 yrs
|-
| Limited Channels in 11 meter band || Limited Channels in UHF Band || Many Frequencies in many bands
|-
| HF-like Propagation on radio to radio || local range with ability to set up a repeater without needing coordination || Range possibilities are endless with satellites, moon bounce (EME), HF, etc.
|-
| Unmoderated || Requires only fee for license || Requires 35 question multiple choice test for initial license class
|}

== Citizens Band==
Information to Come!

== General Mobile Radio Service==
Information to Come!

== HAM Radio ==
Information to Come!

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Radio Service Comparison

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{| class="wikitable"
|+ Radio Service Comparison Chart
|-
! CB Radio !! GMRS !! HAM
|-
| Free to Use || 35$ for 10 yrs || 35$ for 10 yrs
|-
| Limited Channels in 11 meter band || Limited Channels in UHF Band || Many Frequencies in many bands
|-
| HF Propagation on radio to radio || local range with ability to set up a repeater without needing coordination || Range possibilities are endless with satellites, moon bounce (EME), HF, etc.
|-
| Unmoderated || Requires only fee for license || Requires 35 question multiple choice test for initial license class
|}

== Citizens Band==
Information to Come!

== General Mobile Radio Service==
Information to Come!

== HAM Radio ==
Information to Come!

Radio Service Comparison

2022-03-30T04:37:28Z

W2ORT: Created page with "{| class="wikitable" |+ Radio Service Comparison Chart |- ! CB Radio !! GMRS !! HAM |- | Free to Use || 35$ for 10 yrs || 35$ for 10 yrs |- | Limited Channels in 11 meter band || Limited Channels in UHF Band || Many Frequencies in many bands |- | HF Propagation on radio to radio || local range with ability to set up a repeater without needing coordination || Range possibilities are endless with satellites, moon bounce (EME), HF, etc. |- | Unmoderated || Requires only fee..."

{| class="wikitable"
|+ Radio Service Comparison Chart
|-
! CB Radio !! GMRS !! HAM
|-
| Free to Use || 35$ for 10 yrs || 35$ for 10 yrs
|-
| Limited Channels in 11 meter band || Limited Channels in UHF Band || Many Frequencies in many bands
|-
| HF Propagation on radio to radio || local range with ability to set up a repeater without needing coordination || Range possibilities are endless with satellites, moon bounce (EME), HF, etc.
|-
| Unmoderated || Requires only fee for license || Requires 35 question multiple choice test for initial license class
|}

== Citizens Band==
Information to Come!

== General Mobile Radio Service==
Information to Come!

== HAM Radio ==
Information to Come!

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Welcome to the W2ORT Wiki Page!
== General Information ==
Welcome to the Wiki of W2ORT. As I think of more things to assist people with I will post more information to this page. Please send me an email at w2ort.matt@gmail.com if you would like to me to add information on a topic. Thank you for visiting my site!

==Contents==
* [[Downloads]]
* [[ADS-B_Set_Up|Setting Up ADS-B Decoder w/ Virtual Radar]]

==Setting Up ADS-B Decoder w/ Virtual Radar==
 
You will need:
* (x1) Software Defined Radio with a resonant antenna
* [http://www.satsignal.eu/software/dump1090-win.1.10.3010.14.zip Dump 1090 Software]
* [https://www.virtualradarserver.co.uk/Download.aspx Virtual Radar Server]

 
- Please note you MUST put the drivers on both "Bulk Interface 0" and "Bulk Interface 1"
 
- One interface is for HF Bands, and One is for VHF+
# Update your SDR with the correct WinUSB Driver using the [https://zadig.akeo.ie/ ZaDig] Tool
# Install the Virtual Radar Software
# Boot Virtual Radar and go to Tools > Options > Receiver > Wizard (At Top Right)
# Wizard: A Software Defined Radio > Dump 1090 > yes > Finish
# Run the Dump1090.exe
# Paste into Browser: http://127.0.0.1/VirtualRadar
# Configure Settings to your liking and Enjoy!

== Useful Links ==
*[https://www.akardam.net/r/m/tools/fdecode.pl Astro Flashcode Decoder]

ADS-B Set Up

2022-03-30T00:39:42Z

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==Setting Up ADS-B Decoder w/ Virtual Radar==
 
You will need:
* (x1) Software Defined Radio with a resonant antenna
* [http://www.satsignal.eu/software/dump1090-win.1.10.3010.14.zip Dump 1090 Software]
* [https://www.virtualradarserver.co.uk/Download.aspx Virtual Radar Server]

 
- Please note you MUST put the drivers on both "Bulk Interface 0" and "Bulk Interface 1"
 
- One interface is for HF Bands, and One is for VHF+
# Update your SDR with the correct WinUSB Driver using the [https://zadig.akeo.ie/ ZaDig] Tool
# Install the Virtual Radar Software
# Boot Virtual Radar and go to Tools > Options > Receiver > Wizard (At Top Right)
# Wizard: A Software Defined Radio > Dump 1090 > yes > Finish
# Run the Dump1090.exe
# Paste into Browser: http://127.0.0.1/VirtualRadar
# Configure Settings to your liking and Enjoy!

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2022-03-30T00:39:34Z

W2ORT: Created page with "==Setting Up ADS-B Decoder w/ Virtual Radar== You will need: * (x1) Software Defined Radio with a resonant antenna * [http://www.satsignal.eu/software/dump1090-win.1.10.3010.14.zip Dump 1090 Software] * [https://www.virtualradarserver.co.uk/Download.aspx Virtual Radar Server] - Please note you MUST put the drivers on both "Bulk Interface 0" and "Bulk Interface 1" - One interface is for HF Bands, and One is for VHF+ # Update your SDR with the correct WinUS..."

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== General Information ==
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==Contents==
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* Setting Up ADS-B Decoder w/ Virtual Radar

==Setting Up ADS-B Decoder w/ Virtual Radar==
 
You will need:
* (x1) Software Defined Radio with a resonant antenna
* [http://www.satsignal.eu/software/dump1090-win.1.10.3010.14.zip Dump 1090 Software]
* [https://www.virtualradarserver.co.uk/Download.aspx Virtual Radar Server]

 
- Please note you MUST put the drivers on both "Bulk Interface 0" and "Bulk Interface 1"
 
- One interface is for HF Bands, and One is for VHF+
# Update your SDR with the correct WinUSB Driver using the [https://zadig.akeo.ie/ ZaDig] Tool
# Install the Virtual Radar Software
# Boot Virtual Radar and go to Tools > Options > Receiver > Wizard (At Top Right)
# Wizard: A Software Defined Radio > Dump 1090 > yes > Finish
# Run the Dump1090.exe
# Paste into Browser: http://127.0.0.1/VirtualRadar
# Configure Settings to your liking and Enjoy!

== Useful Links ==
*[https://www.akardam.net/r/m/tools/fdecode.pl Astro Flashcode Decoder]

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==Software and Download Library==
All software posted below is either opensource or edited to assist the HAM radio community with achieving a particular task.

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==Software and Download Library==
All software posted below is either opensource or edited to assist the HAM radio community with achieving a particular task.

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2022-03-29T17:39:24Z

W2ORT:

Welcome to the W2ORT Wiki Page!
== General Information ==
Welcome to the Wiki of W2ORT. As I think of more things to assist people with I will post more information to this page. Please send me an email at w2ort.matt@gmail.com if you would like to me to add information on a topic. Thank you for visiting my site!

==Setting Up ADS-B Decoder w/ Virtual Radar==
 
You will need:
* (x1) Software Defined Radio with a resonant antenna
* [http://www.satsignal.eu/software/dump1090-win.1.10.3010.14.zip Dump 1090 Software]
* [https://www.virtualradarserver.co.uk/Download.aspx Virtual Radar Server]

 
- Please note you MUST put the drivers on both "Bulk Interface 0" and "Bulk Interface 1"
 
- One interface is for HF Bands, and One is for VHF+
# Update your SDR with the correct WinUSB Driver using the [https://zadig.akeo.ie/ ZaDig] Tool
# Install the Virtual Radar Software
# Boot Virtual Radar and go to Tools > Options > Receiver > Wizard (At Top Right)
# Wizard: A Software Defined Radio > Dump 1090 > yes > Finish
# Run the Dump1090.exe
# Paste into Browser: http://127.0.0.1/VirtualRadar
# Configure Settings to your liking and Enjoy!

== Useful Links ==
*[https://www.akardam.net/r/m/tools/fdecode.pl Astro Flashcode Decoder]

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2022-03-29T17:39:12Z

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Welcome to the W2ORT Wiki Page!
== General Information ==
Welcome to the Wiki of W2ORT. As I think of more things to assist people with I will post more information to this page. Please send me an email at w2ort.matt@gmail.com if you would like to me to add information on a topic. Thank you for visiting my site!

==Setting Up ADS-B Decoder w/ Virtual Radar==
 
You will need:
* (x1) Software Defined Radio with a resonant antenna
* [http://www.satsignal.eu/software/dump1090-win.1.10.3010.14.zip Dump 1090 Software]
* [https://www.virtualradarserver.co.uk/Download.aspx Virtual Radar Server]

 
- Please note you MUST put the drivers on both "Bulk Interface 0" and "Bulk Interface 1"
 
- One interface is for HF Bands, and One is for VHF+
# Update your SDR with the correct WinUSB Driver using the [https://zadig.akeo.ie/ ZaDig] Tool
# Install the Virtual Radar Software
# Boot Virtual Radar and go to Tools > Options > Receiver > Wizard (At Top Right)
# Wizard: A Software Defined Radio > Dump 1090 > yes > Finish
# Run the Dump1090.exe
# Paste into Browser: http://127.0.0.1/VirtualRadar
# Configure Settings to your liking and Enjoy!

== Useful Links ==
*[https://www.akardam.net/r/m/tools/fdecode.pl Astro Flashcode Decoder]

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W2ORT:

Welcome to the W2ORT Wiki Page!
== General Information ==
Welcome to the Wiki of W2ORT. As I think of more things to assist people with I will post more information to this page. Please send me an email at w2ort.matt@gmail.com if you would like to me to add information on a topic. Thank you for visiting my site!

==Setting Up ADS-B Decoder w/ Virtual Radar==
 
You will need:
* (x1) Software Defined Radio with a resonant antenna
* [http://www.satsignal.eu/software/dump1090-win.1.10.3010.14.zip Dump 1090 Software]
* [https://www.virtualradarserver.co.uk/Download.aspx Virtual Radar Server]

 
- Please note you MUST put the drivers on both "Bulk Interface 0" and "Bulk Interface 1"
 
- One interface is for HF Bands, and One is for VHF+
# Update your SDR with the correct WinUSB Driver using the [https://zadig.akeo.ie/ ZaDig] Tool
# Install the Virtual Radar Software
# Boot Virtual Radar and go to Tools > Options > Receiver > Wizard (At Top Right)
# Wizard: A Software Defined Radio > Dump 1090 > yes > Finish
# Run the Dump1090.exe
# Paste into Browser: http://127.0.0.1/VirtualRadar
# Configure Settings to your liking and Enjoy!

== Useful Links ==
*[https://www.akardam.net/r/m/tools/fdecode.pl Astro Flashcode Decoder]

Main Page

2022-03-29T14:45:56Z

W2ORT:

== General Information ==
Welcome to the W2ORT Wiki Page!

Setting Up ADS-B Decoder w/ Virtual Radar
 
You will need:
* (x1) Software Defined Radio with a resonant antenna
* [http://www.satsignal.eu/software/dump1090-win.1.10.3010.14.zip Dump 1090 Software]
* [https://www.virtualradarserver.co.uk/Download.aspx Virtual Radar Server]

 
- Please note you MUST put the drivers on both "Bulk Interface 0" and "Bulk Interface 1"
 
- One interface is for HF Bands, and One is for VHF+
# Update your SDR with the correct WinUSB Driver using the [https://zadig.akeo.ie/ ZaDig] Tool
# Install the Virtual Radar Software
# Boot Virtual Radar and go to Tools > Options > Receiver > Wizard (At Top Right)
# Wizard: A Software Defined Radio > Dump 1090 > yes > Finish
# Run the Dump1090.exe
# Paste into Browser: http://127.0.0.1/VirtualRadar
# Configure Settings to your liking and Enjoy!

== Useful Links ==
*[https://www.akardam.net/r/m/tools/fdecode.pl Astro Flashcode Decoder]

Main Page

2022-03-29T14:45:23Z

W2ORT:

== General Information ==
Welcome to the W2ORT Wiki Page!

Setting Up ADS-B Decoder w/ Virtual Radar
 
You will need:
* (x1) Software Defined Radio
* [http://www.satsignal.eu/software/dump1090-win.1.10.3010.14.zip Dump 1090 Software]
* [https://www.virtualradarserver.co.uk/Download.aspx Virtual Radar Server]

 
- Please note you MUST put the drivers on both "Bulk Interface 0" and "Bulk Interface 1"
 
- One interface is for HF Bands, and One is for VHF+
# Update your SDR with the correct WinUSB Driver using the [https://zadig.akeo.ie/ ZaDig] Tool
# Install the Virtual Radar Software
# Boot Virtual Radar and go to Tools > Options > Receiver > Wizard (At Top Right)
# Wizard: A Software Defined Radio > Dump 1090 > yes > Finish
# Run the Dump1090.exe
# Paste into Browser: http://127.0.0.1/VirtualRadar
# Configure Settings to your liking and Enjoy!

== Useful Links ==
*[https://www.akardam.net/r/m/tools/fdecode.pl Astro Flashcode Decoder]