February 2012 - App_rpt-users - lists.keekles.org

Icom 706 Remote Base
by K&R Yoksh 16 Feb '12

16 Feb '12

Hello, I'm trying to get my Icom 706Mk2g to work as a remote base.. I'm not having any luck whatsoever.. I know that my hardware works 100%, but Asterisk cannot seem to talk to my radio. FWIW, I'm running SimpleUSB. I'm not sure if that makes any difference or not. I read somewhere that app_rpt uses decimal instead of hex (as Icom does) for the Ci-v address. So instead of civaddr=58 (58 is the default for a 706Mk2g) I was told to try civaddr=88. Any suggestions? Does anyone have a 706 working as a remote base that would be willing to post a snippet from their rpt.conf for me? Thanks. 73 Kyle K0KN Olathe, KS

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Adding APRStt tp my node
by Michael Kaufman 16 Feb '12

16 Feb '12

I have read on some websites that an APRStt function was being added to Allstar. I have not seen any documentation or information on the progress of this feature. I would like to add this to my node and would appreciate any help or information on implementing this feature if it is available. Mike WB9SLI Node 27558

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APRSTT
by Bradley Haney 16 Feb '12

16 Feb '12

Hello all. i have researched the forum's and found just a little info on how to configure APRS TT with allstar link. From what i found it's now very clear on where to put the "APRSTT=". I am not sure if i put it in the rpt.conf, gps.conf etc. Or if i need to make a new stanza just for aprstt. Would anyone by chance have a good working set up and wouldn't mind sharing it? Thanks kc9gqr

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app_rpt and P25 (?)
by Ramesh Dhami (VA3UV) 16 Feb '12

16 Feb '12

Hey All; Does anyone know anything about this project: http://www.sedition.org.au/op25/wiki/RepeaterPage This article seems to suggest some sort of 'channel driver' between app_rpt and P25???? Unfortunately, the link in the article redirects to a University in Australia, which prompts for a user name and passwd! Anyone have any scoop on this? Thx! Ramesh.

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SIP
by Eric Harrison 15 Feb '12

15 Feb '12

Hi all, I have set up my allstar node to dial out using SIP to connect to my IP phone at home. However after hanging up the IP phone it will not terminate the call on the repeater end and i have to use the repeater auto-patch hangup command to do so. Extensions.conf (File) exten => 500, 1,Dial(SIP/N7JYS) exten => 500, 2, Hangup() Pretty straight forward. Sip.conf (File) [N7JYS] type=friend context=sipura host=dynamic secret=(mysecret) dtmfmode=rfc2833 reinvite=no disallow=all allow=ulaw allow=gsm Again pretty straight forward. What am I missing? Eric (N7JYS) IRLP Node (3917) IRLP Micro Node (3913)

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test
by Eric Harrison 15 Feb '12

15 Feb '12

Test

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IRLP node and Allstar node together (EchoIRLPAst v1.00)
by Michael J. Wolthuis 14 Feb '12

14 Feb '12

Good evening everyone, I wanted to pass on a project I have been hard at work on, but I have a bit to go, but the theory is 100% proven out at this point. I took a CentOS IRLP load with EchoIRLP on it and have successfully installed Allstar to look just like an ACiD distribution. It basically is an ACiD distribution just with the IRLP files added. Have successfully changed out TBD for TLB on EchoIRLP allowing me to use the chan_tlb driver to drive Allstar. Hve my IRLP node set its status to connected to self (just like EchoIRLP does) when connected to Allstar. It fires up the connection to TLB and connects TLB to Allstar. I control Allstar via command line and the custom_decode script from IRLP listening to DTMF from the radio. This makes Allstar connect node 1002 to TLB via chan_tlb and then connects my IRLP card to it via TLB. I have 100% made this work in my test environment. Now, here is where I am stuck. I am not the greatest script writer and many will attest to that. I have detailed every step of the way to get to this point, but I am doing a lot of the work via hand still. This is because Allstar is running as root and IRLP runs as reflector user. I need to see if I can compile and install Allstar as reflector or if I can figure out how to get the custom_decode script permissions to talk to the Allstar CLI if installed as root. I posted my research and what I have working to the EchoIRLP YahooGroup last night. What this does: 1) Allows an existing EchoIRLP setup to be control an Allstar node and be an Allstar node 2) It locks out the IRLP node (as connected to its self) just like EchoIRLP does when an Allstar connection is detected. 3) You can run Echolink on the EchoIRLP or the Allstar setup - your choice - I left mine on EchoIRLP 4) Allows me to keep my functioning IRLP node in place and if it is connected to IRLP it plays an audio message telling the Allstar or Echolink caller and disconnects them. 5) This passes all rules of IRLP, Echolink and Allstar based on my research because it is not cross-linking the two (which is done at reflectors) it is simply allowing me to use the IRLP node to connect the Allstar network without losing any other functionality. 6) Also, since the connection between Allstar and EchoLink is allowed. I allow my Allstar and EchoLink to both be active at the same time, thus taking calls from EchoLink or Allstar when the other is connected. This is a user preference and can be turned off. What I haven't accomplished (maybe someone can help): 1) Write a distribution for an existing CentOS IRLP node, this has to all be hand installed at this point and is likely to break many things as I have only tested it on two nodes 2) The scripts need a lot of work to check for all possible scenarios that could happen in the environment. Set appropriate lock files, etc.. I will put out my write-up on the info in hopes someone has time to take it the next step. I have unfortunately become VERY busy at work and had to back burner the project for a while. My overall goal was to keep my IRLP node, participate actively in Allstar when I desired, create ability to do so without allowing the networks to be cross-connected (either/or design), and to do it based around the EchoIRLP principals and designed scripts. If you attempt to implement ANY of this, I do not offer support at this time, just too busy.. I recommend you image your node or at a minimum that you backup your IRLP node per the instructions at irlp.net in case you botch it completely, you can reinstall from scratch with minimal issues. More info to come, but I have actively been using this with great results for about a month now and it gives me the best of all 3 VoIP linking technologies via the IRLP board. Mike Kb8zgl

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Fwd: Re: ACID versus XIPAR
by Bryan D. Boyle 14 Feb '12

14 Feb '12

On 2/14/12 2:55 PM, Michael Hebert wrote: > Apparently that was a bad question to ask?? > Nope. > Excuse me for my ignorance. None inferred. > > The question can be withdrawn > There are NO bad questions to ask. (By the by, that was attempt at humor...as the decision as to which one to run (or continue) running can sometime engender vigorous discussion...) As Mr. Zimmerman pointed out, there are bells and whistles in one, gummy bears in the other...in the end, they come from the same code base, so, some things are in common. Some things not. Like Coke (tm) and Pepsi (tm). Both have essence of cola nuts. one has ingredient 7x. The other doesn't...I'm a ginger ale guy myself, so no dog in that hunt. And there is cross fertilization on some levels. One thing we're agreed on is that IRLP is old technology..;) -- Bryan In this world, you must be oh so smart or oh so pleasant. Well, for years I was smart. I recommend pleasant. You may quote me. Sent from my MacBook Pro.

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HARDWARE QUESTION
by Sal P. De Franco 14 Feb '12

14 Feb '12

Hello, I have my allstar # now. I picked up a used computer. Question: How much memory is needed ? How big a hard drive is needed ? Thank You Sal N6SPD Node 28365 -- Sal P. De Franco CEO / Founder SPD Avanti Inc. There are three kinds of people in this world: Those who make things happen... Those who watch things happen... and Those who don't know what the !@#$ is happening!!! SPD Avanti Inc. : Retailers * Wholesalers * Importers * Manufacturers http://www.spdavanti.com/

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Re: [App_rpt-users] IRLP and App_rpt
by K&R Yoksh 13 Feb '12

13 Feb '12

Date: Sun, 12 Feb 2012 14:14:10 -0800 From: "Sal P. De Franco" To: app_rpt-users(a)ohnosec.org Subject: [App_rpt-users] IRLP and App_rpt Hello (and Welcome!) Sal, I also moved to Allstar from IRLP and would be glad to help... > I have a dedicated IRLP node that I want to convert to IRLP / Allstar Unfortunately, Dave Cameron demanded that IRLP support be removed from Allstar.. AFAIK, he will not permit any interaction between the networks. I decided to leave IRLP in the dust several years ago and move my nodes to Allstar and Echolink. Once you get an idea of the features list vs. IRLP, it's no contest. For example, Allstar has the ability to run multiple nodes per Internet IP address, and there are more ways to control your node than you can imagine. > Can I use the IRLP board or must I add a Asterisk URI board ? Yes, you can use your IRLP board for PTT, COS and Aux. The only thing you'll need to add to put your existing hardware on Allstar is a CM108 or CM119 based USB sound fob. The URI is a super-duper CM108 fob with a super-duper price tag to go with it. In your case, I'd buy a generic CM108 fob and use it unmodified. Allstar does not allow the use of analog sound cards such as Sound Blasters or worse yet, the on-motherboard sound cards. > Can I load the App_rpt software on top of the IRLP software ? Technically, yes. You could disable the IRLP software from loading and install Asterisk and app_rpt, and compile. Personally, I wouldn't go to all of that trouble. Grab a spare hard drive (or back up your existing one) and install the ACID CD found here: *note-the ACID installer will repartition and format your hard drive!* http://209.159.155.200/drupal/node/68 You also might want to check out this how-to from my web page: http://www.qsl.net/k0kn/irlptoallstar.html 73 Kyle K0KN Olathe, KS --- Original Message --- Hello, I just signed up for Allstar. I have a dedicated IRLP node that I want to convert to IRLP / Allstar. Can I use the IRLP board or must I add a Asterisk URI board ? Can I load the App_rpt software on top of the IRLP software ? Sal N6SPD

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