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9. D-STAR OPERATION (BASIC)
Making a Simplex call
This section describes the simplex operation (through
no repeater).
NOTE:
Depending on the transceiver’s version,
the frequencies may be different. Check for usable
frequencies for your operating area.
What is a Simplex Call?
A simplex call is a direct call to another station on a
single frequency, not using a repeater.
Example: Making a simplex call on 445.670 MHz.
Step 1: Set “FROM” (Simplex channel)
1. Select the operating band.
2. Hold down
CALL
DR
for 1 second to display the
DR screen.
3. Touch “FROM” to select, and then touch “FROM”
again.
Step 2: Hold down [PTT] to transmit
Push
TRANSMIT
, or hold down the microphone’s
[PTT] to transmit.
TIP:
You can change the simplex frequencies on
the MENU screen.
MENU
» DV/DD MEMORY > Repeater List >
Simplex
4. Touch “Repeater List.”
5. Touch “Simplex.”
6. Touch the desired frequency.
(Example: 445.670 MHz)
• Return to the DR screen, and the selected frequency
is displayed in “FROM.”
• “CQCQCQ” is displayed in “TO.”
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If a station call sign is set in “TO,” select “Local CQ”
in the “TO SELECT” screen to set “CQCQCQ” in
“TO.”