One of the pluses to DMR for field use is that it, generally, has better range than analog radios like the 148/152.
The only negative to DMR is that the radios are not cheap.
One of the pluses to DMR for field use is that it, generally, has better range than analog radios like the 148/152.
The only negative to DMR is that the radios are not cheap.
Take a look at the Connect Systems radios if you want to get your feet went in DMR. I have the CS750 and have used it since it first came out 2 years or so ago. It feels solid in the hand and I've used it simplex and off our extensive DMR repeated network here. CS has since put out a few more models since then but I can't attest to their quality since I haven't personally played with them.
You can go Motorola if your budget allows and I've heard nothing but good things about them other their price point.
With respect to D-Star, IMO it's the better technology with respect to its ability to essentially connect to any reflector vs the pre-designated DMR setup. The downside is it hasn't been adopted as well in most areas with maybe the exception of California and the U.K.
DMR wins in practicality IMO.
Last edited by veeref; 02-26-17 at 15:37.
I just picked up an Icom 7100, and I am about to get going with D-Star. The guys in my area have gotten started with it in the last few months, and are really liking it. I still haven't upgraded yet, so this is currently my best option for staying in touch with them when I am away. I almost pulled the trigger on an 857D last month, but I'm glad that I held off. I am still interested in doing some portable HF operating in the future, so I may still end up getting one. There may be something better by the time that happens, though.
Kenwood's new HT looks pretty interesting for D-Star use. I have got my 9 yo really interested in getting his license. The thing that really has him sold, is having a way of talking to me while I'm gone in a way that his mom can't.
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My dick is officially as hard as diamond over this:
http://m.urgentcomm.com/hytera/hyter...timode-handset
Last edited by Outlander Systems; 05-26-17 at 21:10.
That reminds me of the old Motorola phones from around 2000, with the push to talk feature. I was working construction and playing a college student at the time, but those were pretty awesome for the time I thought. You know, without the touchscreen and camera and other cool stuff, of course.
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