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How Can I Help Maintain The PNWdigital Network?

  • Post author:Marc (KK7LMP)
  • Post published:August 29, 2023
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To catch issues early, PNWDigital started the “Adopt a Repeater” program. Volunteer hams periodically test their assigned repeaters, alert admin about issues, and enable swift fixes for seamless communication. Read…

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How Do I Report An Issue With The PNWdigital Network? 

  • Post author:Marc (KK7LMP)
  • Post published:August 29, 2023
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If you notice a problem with a repeater or service provided by PNWDigital, please report it to: tech@pnwdigital.net.  When you report issues please try to be specific. For example, include…

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Where Are The Repeaters Located?

  • Post author:Marc (KK7LMP)
  • Post published:August 29, 2023
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The repeaters are spread out over WA, BC, CA, OR, and ID.  If you want to see the big picture, take a look at our Repeater Map Interactive with pop-ups,…

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How many Repeaters do we have?

  • Post author:Marc (KK7LMP)
  • Post published:August 29, 2023
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We maintain 70+ repeaters.  Go to the Repeaters Listing Page to see details of each one.

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What Is The Correct TX Permit Setting? 

  • Post author:Marc (KK7LMP)
  • Post published:August 29, 2023
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Set “TX Permit” in each channel to: Same Color Code

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Talk Permit / Call Tone:  Why are they essential?

  • Post author:Marc (KK7LMP)
  • Post published:August 29, 2023
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If you want to have a more satisfying DMR experience and reduce potential frustration and system congestion, you SHOULD activate your radio’s Talk Permit tone.   The Talk Permit tone, aka,…

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Does PNWDigital Support APRS?

  • Post author:Marc (KK7LMP)
  • Post published:August 29, 2023
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Feel free to use Analog APRS on the freq: 144.39. Using APRS this way does not use the PNW Digital network at all.  PNWdigital also supports APRS digital (APRS-D). The…

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How Can I Test SMS Functionality?

  • Post author:Marc (KK7LMP)
  • Post published:August 29, 2023
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Testing should be done on simplex between different manufacturers or with different settings to determine what works best.   Try SMS through a repeater to another radio on the same repeater.  …

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Which SMS Format Setting Should Be Used?

  • Post author:Marc (KK7LMP)
  • Post published:August 29, 2023
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Use the SMS Format: M-SMS in Anytone radios as that supports our MotoTRBO repeaters and the c-Bridge hardware.  

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Can SMS Be Used On The PNWdigital Network?

  • Post author:Marc (KK7LMP)
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Yes. Analog SMS is fine to use and is encouraged.   Digital SMS is implemented differently and may only partially work. Some have found success when sending an SMS to another…

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Latest Posts

  • Vu Audio Leveling, Version 2May 14, 2025
  • NEW: Consolidated CallWatchApril 30, 2025
  • UPDATE: Methow Valley RepeatersApril 14, 2025
  • Bridgewatch – A Different ViewApril 9, 2025
  • Signal Groups for PNWDigitalFebruary 3, 2025

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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