Anytone AT_Options_v8
The new version of AT-Options is now in Files If you are getting the dreaded "band error" message when trying to write our Mode 14 codeplugs to your radio, then…
TIP: TXI and Group Call Hang Timer Settings
This is a reminder that the PNWDigital network operates with a 1 second group call hang timer. Anytones default to 3 seconds. That default forces you to wait 3 seconds.…
TIP: Is the Network Working (for me or you)?
The Parrot Echo Server is the best method for a station to test that the network is working end to end. While "Polly" has here obvious audio testing value, the…
New: Streaming Audio
Steve N9VW has provided PNWDigital with a stream of audio which is sourced from our Audio Test, Parrot and a few other talkgroups. It is currently available on the Audio…
Zone Mnemonics, Meaning and Tip
Ever wonder what the 3 digit mnemonics are in the ACB files or seen on the Repeater Page? They are meant to help the users with a short abbreviation and…
Group Call Hang Timer – Talker Alias – Talk Permit
If you are rolling your own codeplugs: These are important and key settings that are used on PNWDigital and your radios should be programming conform to the following parameters: Talker…
LiFePO4 Battery – Get um
LiFePO4 or LFP batteries are much better in almost every way for 12VDC auxiliary or portable use and you should consider making the switch. Check out the new page here…
BridgeCom – FYI, Save your Money
The is my personal opinion These guys are over-priced and dun you with Emails, bordering on SPAM. I am now using throw-away Email addresses (I highly recommend manyme.com) for these…
Morning Report Returns as a “Site Status Report”
Remember the morning reports that were posted to the IO group months ago? It is now published as a web page here. If you want a quick and simple way…
Digital Contacts List for PNWDigital
The latest digital contacts list is available in Files or possibly directly at: Anytone-Digital-Contacts-USA_BC-Only.csv This CSV file includes all of the USA and British Columbia as of the date of…