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What are Master Control Talkgroups (MCT’s)?

  • Post author:Mike - NO7RF
  • Post published:September 14, 2023
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Master Control Talkgroups (MCTs) are special non-voice talkgroups on the PNWDigital network that enable you to turn off or turn on all other networked talkgroups on the PNWDigital repeater on which you…

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Which talkgroups are controlled by MCTs?

  • Post author:Marc (KK7LMP)
  • Post published:September 14, 2023
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We wrote that ‘all’ talkgroups are controlled by MCTs. This is not exactly the case. There are a few emergency communication and public service talkgroups that are not controlled by…

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What is a Networked Talkgroup (TG)?

  • Post author:Marc (KK7LMP)
  • Post published:September 14, 2023
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Networked talkgroups are any TG's that are passed through the c-Bridge controller from one repeater to another. Almost all TG's on PNWDigital are networked, including those from other c-Bridges or…

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How Can I Tell Which Talk Groups Are Full Time And Which Are Part Time? 

  • Post author:Marc (KK7LMP)
  • Post published:August 29, 2023
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See the Talkgroups Matrix.  Find your district and repeater.  When you click on your repeater, you will see a column titled “Rule.” This column indicates if the Talkgroup is full…

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What Are Full Time & Part Time Talkgroups?

  • Post author:Marc (KK7LMP)
  • Post published:August 29, 2023
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Full Time talkgroups, also known as ‘static talkgroups’ are always active and transmitting radio traffic. No need to kerchunk a Full Time talkgroup. A Part Time Talkgroup, also known as…

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Which Talkgroups Are Carried On Each Repeater?

  • Post author:Marc (KK7LMP)
  • Post published:August 29, 2023
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See the Talkgroups Matrix.  Find your district and repeater to see the list of talkgroups the repeater carries.

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What is the Significance of the Numbers 1 and 2 Attached to the End of a Talkgroup Label?

  • Post author:Marc (KK7LMP)
  • Post published:August 29, 2023
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Number 1 designates timeslot 1 and Number 2 designates timeslot 2.   It helpful to know which timeslot you are operating on so 1 and 2 are attached to the Labels. (e.g.,…

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Is It Ok to ‘Kerchunk’ a Talkgroup?

  • Post author:Marc (KK7LMP)
  • Post published:August 29, 2023
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Yes.  In fact, you must Kerchunk part-time talkgroups to be able to listen in to them. Please read this post by NO7RF for more details.

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What is the difference between Full Time & Part Time Talkgroups?

  • Post author:Marc (KK7LMP)
  • Post published:August 29, 2023
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Full Time talkgroups, also known as ‘static talkgroups’ are always active and transmitting radio traffic. No need to kerchunk a Full Time talkgroup. A Part Time talkgroup, also known as…

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What is the Importance of the PNW 1 and PNW 2 Talkgroups?

  • Post author:Mike - NO7RF
  • Post published:August 29, 2023
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When you PTT on one of these talkgroups, all 70+ repeaters on the network are activated, and everyone listening will hear your call. PNW 1 and PNW 2 are FT…

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  • NEW: Consolidated CallWatchApril 30, 2025
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Recent Comments

  1. Dave - W7NCX on NEW: Consolidated CallWatchMay 3, 2025

    Made some changes today to CCW for the talkgroups preference page.

  2. Mike - NO7RF on Audio Streaming ServiceApril 8, 2024

    A duplex hotspot would be operated much the same as a repeater, a personal repeater having a typical talkgroup deck…

  3. Bruce on AccountMarch 23, 2024

    I can't figure out how to upload a profile photo? Thanks.

  4. Bruce on Repeaters – Map – Pacific NorthwestMarch 23, 2024

    Is there a way to see which of these are active? I'd like to see a "score" of activity as…

  5. Steve - WA7HAA on SeaPac 2024 – Who’s Attending?March 23, 2024

    Yep, I'll be there at SeaPac 24 with the potentially seizure producing flashing red beacon, indicating the landing zone (LZ)…

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