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D-STAR GUIDE
D-STAR OPERATION
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Making a Local CQ call
You can make a Local CQ call when “Local CQ” is set to
“TO” (Destination).
What is a Local CQ Call?
To call a CQ through only your local area (access)
repeater.
Step 1: Set “FROM” (Access repeater).
1. Push [DR] to select “FROM,” then push [ENT].
2. Select “Repeater List.”
3. Select the repeater group where your access repeater
is listed.
4. Select your access repeater.
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Returns to the DR screen, and the selected repeater name is
displayed in “FROM.”
Step 2: Set “TO” (Destination).
1.
Push [RX→CS] to select “TO,” then push [ENT].
2. Select “Local CQ.”
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Returns to the DR screen, and “CQCQCQ” is displayed in
“TO.”
Step 3: Hold down [PTT] to transmit.
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The TX/RX indicator lights red while transmitting.
TIP:
The Local CQ call is used to call anyone, but you can
call a specific station by simply saying their call sign.
(
Example: “Australia”)
(
Example: “Melbourne”)
[ENT]
[Down]
[Up]
