During an upgrade to the DStar Internet connection a problem occurred and the computer OS needs to be restored. So, currently while the DStar repeater will be available for local conversations, connections to nodes outside Madison will not be possible until we update the system.
Please come back here for updates to when the system will be available again.
After we made all the changes to the location to the “76” repeater we found that the antenna needed to be replaced. We now have a new antenna in hand and we expect to return to the roof of the hospital to replace the antenna during the week after July 4th.
For now.
We completed work on the “15” repeater, for now. We’ve repaired the power supply and the RF amplifier. The repeater is now putting out about 70 watts of power. Please note: this is no longer a Fusion/WIRES-x repeater. We are in the process of moving the Fusion repeater to the UW site. We’ll let you know when we complete that work.
We continue to work through upgrades and reconfiguration of repeaters.
A new Air-conditioned room has been built and antennas have been relocated at the UW site where the 76 repeater is sited. We have ordered a new lightening arrestor and are re-racking and cleaning the equipment. We expect to have this repeater back in service later this month. Most of this work is in response to a fire department audit some time ago that required relocating communications equipment in that hospital location. When all is said and done it will provide a much better and secure environment for our equipment.
On September 24, the Badger Challenge will be running most of the day on the NorthEast side of Madison. The primary repeater for this event will be the “15” repeater. Please refrain from casual use of this repeater during the event. Of course emergency traffic takes precedent but for casual conversation you are welcome to use the “76” repeater while the event is underway. Thank you.
Please Note: WIRES-X is no longer available on this repeater. When the repairs are completed at the hospital WIRES X will be available at the “76” repeater.
The DStar repeater has been repaired. Please let us know if you have any trouble using it.
