KK4ELO
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Yes you can have a second number. I have 2. Just apply for it like you did the first I believe
Droid-star for dmr
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KK4ELO
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I have no idea about those devices, but I have a galaxy s10 running latest Android update and use it almost daily. Works fine here. What is it doing to not work? I know sometimes I will have to swap from 3101 to 3102 or vice versa, but it still works.
Devices that don't work (Samsung phone, LG phone, new Moto phone, Fire tablets) have a couple of problems. Some will connect, but attempting to transmit disconnects the device. Two of the others will not connect with DMR even though all of my devices have exactly the same setup information. I have tried using a different ESSID, but the results are the same. The devices that do work use the same ESSID and both connect reliably. I have concluded that the cause is likely something that has been modified by the manufacturer from the standard Android firmware due to a design or hardware situation.
K5MPH
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I use on my Lg phone and have Tx on NXDN and YSF works pretty good ....
I'm pretty new to DMR, my radio is on it's way. And found this app and the windows version. Somehow I managed to get my phone with droidstar connected with BM but when I try to transmit I receive an "access denied" message.
Any clues? Or is this the expected behavior with the problems around Brandmeister?
Any clues? Or is this the expected behavior with the problems around Brandmeister?
I have had good results with Droidstar once all the registration work was complete. I use it on both my phone and an Android tablet. I have also used the YSF option successfully. When you add your DMR number, you have to add your ESSID number to the end.
I am connecting on my phone (somehow my PC in the hotel doesn't want to) so I have a DMR ID and have set the hotspot password on the selfcare page.
So after I connect and briefly press the TX button I can receive conversations on TG91, but when I transmitted the system responded with "access denied". But now that I tested it while writing this message it no longer happens.
So after I connect and briefly press the TX button I can receive conversations on TG91, but when I transmitted the system responded with "access denied". But now that I tested it while writing this message it no longer happens.
dwh367
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For those who are having trouble connecting to Brandmeister that's because Brandmeister has blocked access from Droidstar/Dudestar. If anyone mentions either one of those, in their Telegram support forum, just grab a soft drink and some popcorn and enjoy the show.
And rightfully so!
dwh367
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I tried out both Droidstar and DudeStar, and after spending a little time with them, it didn't take me long to delete them. I'll stick with my MMDVM at home and my DVSwitch when mobile. The devs that wrote those two programs at least know what they're doing.
w2xq
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Readiing through this thread with members' questions and observations:
IMHO DroidStar is a useful and interesting program not withstanding some BrandMeister "officials" who do not like the software app playing in the BrandMeister sandbox. I don't bother arguing...
Some friends and I put together a document detailing configuration settings. Is it perfect? No, but most who look at the information find it useful. Download the PDF here:
The Android version of DroidStar runs properly on my Samsung devices including S6 and S9+ cellphones and tablets: Tab Note 10.1 2014, Tab S3, Tab A5, and Tab S5e. The Samsung items date back to 2013.
HTH.
IMHO DroidStar is a useful and interesting program not withstanding some BrandMeister "officials" who do not like the software app playing in the BrandMeister sandbox. I don't bother arguing...
Some friends and I put together a document detailing configuration settings. Is it perfect? No, but most who look at the information find it useful. Download the PDF here:
The Android version of DroidStar runs properly on my Samsung devices including S6 and S9+ cellphones and tablets: Tab Note 10.1 2014, Tab S3, Tab A5, and Tab S5e. The Samsung items date back to 2013.
HTH.
w2xq
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And I don't bother discussing BrandMeister "stuff" with those who dance around the Maypole citing "rules." Not worth my time.
DroidStar works exceptionally well on P25 and NXDN.
DroidStar works exceptionally well on P25 and NXDN.
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w2xq
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Appreciate the likes on my comments above re BrandMeister.
On Friday a friend, also using DroidStar, alerted me to M17 conversations in the form of a net based in Australia. It was on M17-432, Module H (think "ham"). For both of us it was the first time encountering so much activity.
The Alaska Morning Net followed, after 1200 ET, and then the PAPA Antenna wrapped up my Friday evening listening.
Much to learn about M17, and we have begun to scratch the surface. In trying to figure out the equivalent of DMR talkgroups, one has to look at both M17 Hosts and Modules A-Z. Permutations are many.
I dug around a bit, not being familiar with M17 terms and verbage, and it took a while. I found a Discord, a Twitter account, forums and Reflectors. I expect to find more information but started to update the M17 links on my website. The direct link is...
... and I tweaked the DroidStar Configuration PDF.
Your suggested additions to the M17 links' compilation are welcome.
HTH. Giddyup.
On Friday a friend, also using DroidStar, alerted me to M17 conversations in the form of a net based in Australia. It was on M17-432, Module H (think "ham"). For both of us it was the first time encountering so much activity.
The Alaska Morning Net followed, after 1200 ET, and then the PAPA Antenna wrapped up my Friday evening listening.
Much to learn about M17, and we have begun to scratch the surface. In trying to figure out the equivalent of DMR talkgroups, one has to look at both M17 Hosts and Modules A-Z. Permutations are many.
I dug around a bit, not being familiar with M17 terms and verbage, and it took a while. I found a Discord, a Twitter account, forums and Reflectors. I expect to find more information but started to update the M17 links on my website. The direct link is...
... and I tweaked the DroidStar Configuration PDF.
Your suggested additions to the M17 links' compilation are welcome.
HTH. Giddyup.
w2xq
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I haven't researched the popular P25 talkgroups. I think I was told P25 was one-to-one but, before someone jumps all over me, I admit I haven't done any research on the subject.
DMR? TGs 91 (Worldwide) and 3100 (USA) are the most active. I've only begun to explore FreeDMR but I have not yet found any active TGs yet. Clearly the number of uses pale by comparison to BrandMeister.
M17 is a different story. Clearly M17-432 Module H (think "ham") is the most active TG I have heard. Aside from one-on-one QSOs, I hear multiple daily and weekly nets. M17 liinks: W2XQ.com : Amateur Radio
Do you know about the Colorado HD Net? All things digital; it would be a good place to ask about P25 TGs. Multiple modes to get in; I use NXDN (TG 31088) or DMR (BrandMeister TG 31088). The net is on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday -- tonight -- of the month. Net links: W2XQ.com : Amateur Radio: DMR
HTH.
