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During his visit to DX Engineering in Tallmadge, Ohio on August 25, 2017, Will Jourdain, AA4WJ from ICOM America talked about the Icom ID-4100A and the Terminal Mode and Access Point Mode for D-Star.

Since the introduction of D-STAR in 2001, Icom has been committed to improving and advancing the D-STAR experience. The ID-4100A and it’s advance technology does just that! The upgraded user interface and new enhancements provide a product other digital voice modes cannot match!

Output power   50W, 15W, 5W (Hi, Mid, Low) RX frequencies:   118-174, 230-550MHz Receiver type:   Dual conversion superhetrodyne User friendly

The ID-4100A’s full dot-matrix display gives the user the ability to see a lot of information on the screen. For example, Repeater list or GPS position information are clearly arranged and easy to read.

The DV/FM near repeater search function assists you in accessing nearby repeaters, even in areas you visit for the first time. The function searches for nearby repeaters using the repeater memories with the GPS position information. To use the near repeater search function, the position data of the repeater is required. The ID-4100A will ship with the D-STAR repeater memories preprogrammed, but the position data of some D-STAR repeaters may not be entered or exact.

Built-in GPS

The integrated GPS receiver shows your own position, course, speed and altitude on the display and can be used for exchanging position reports, D-PRS and searching for nearby repeaters.

Voice & data storage

Add a microSD* card to store various information including voice memory, TX voice message, QSO log, RX history log, and GPS log data. Memory channels and other settings can be saved and loaded into the transceiver. 
* MicroSD card is sold separately.

Android™ and iOS™ apps available

Install the UT-137 Bluetooth® board and download the RS-MS1I (for iOS™ devices) or RS-MS1A (for Android™ devices) to enable you to wirelessly connect to the ID-4100A and remotely set the DR functions, link with a map application, and send/receive messages over the DV mode. In addition, pictures taken by a smart device can be transmitted via the DV Fast Data mode or DV mode.

Additional features

• Data place in voice frames transfer data 3.5 times faster (3480 bps) than in the conventional DV mode (with voice).
• Terminal mode and access point mode
• The QUICK key allows instant access to menus listing dedicated functions depending on mode
• Multiple scan functions for Memory/Bank scan, Full scan, Band scan, Program scan, Program link scan, Duplex scan Tone scan, and DR scan
• 16 channels of DTMF memory (24-digit)
• CTCSS/DTCS signaling with the split tone functions (analog mode)
• 8.33 kHz air band channel reception
• Auto repeater function

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During his visit to DX Engineering in Tallmadge, Ohio on August 25, 2017, Will Jourdain, AA4WJ from ICOM America talked about the Icom ID-4100A and th... Read more

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The American Red Cross (ARC) has asked the ARRL for assistance with relief efforts in Puerto Rico. ARC needs up to 50 radio amateurs that can help record, enter and submit disaster survivor information into the ARC Safe and Well system. In the nearly 75-year relationship between ARRL and ARC this is the first time such a request for assistance on this scale has been made. ARRL now is looking for radio amateurs that can step up and volunteer to help our friends in Puerto Rico. There are very specific requirements and qualifications needed for this deployment.

Requirements Due to the nature of this deployment you will need to process in as ARC volunteers, including passing a background check. The ARC has indicated they will cover all expenses for transportation, lodging and feeding while on deployment. ARC will also provide liability coverage for volunteers. The only out of pocket expense to the volunteer would be personal items purchased during deployment.

ARRL and ARC will require training for volunteers being deployed. ARC will provide general deployment training and advanced training in working in austere environments. ARRL will provide to ARC training on Amateur Radio equipment and modes to be used, reporting and operating guidelines. Deployment will be for up to three weeks.

Qualifications – General class Amateur Radio license or higher – Familiarity with WinLink, HF voice, and VHF simplex communications – Strong technical skills – Ability to work under difficult conditions – Ability to deploy for up to three weeks – Ability to work as part of a team Helpful Skills – Spanish speaking – Previous experience in disaster response – Previous or current work as a Red Cross volunteer – Previous experience with shelter operations

If you feel that you meet these qualifications and would like to be considered for this deployment please contact ARRL Emergency Preparedness Manager Mike Corey, KI1U, ki1u@arrl.org or 860-594-0222 who will make the introduction of qualified volunteers to ARC.

 

Requirements

• There are very specific requirements and qualifications needed for this deployment.
• Due to the nature of this deployment you will need to process in as ARC volunteers. This includes passing a background check. The ARC has indicated that it will cover all expenses for transportation, lodging, and feeding while on deployment. ARC will also provide liability coverage for volunteers. The only out-of-pocket expense to the volunteer would be personal items purchased during deployment.
• ARRL and ARC will require training for volunteers being deployed. ARC will provide general deployment training and advanced training in working in austere environments. ARRL will provide to ARC training on Amateur Radio equipment and modes to be used, reporting guidelines, and operating guidelines.
• Deployment will be for up to 3 weeks.

Qualifications

• General class Amateur Radio license or higher
• Familiarity with WinLink, HF voice, and VHF simplex communications
• Strong technical skills
• Ability to work under difficult conditions
• Ability to deploy for up to 3 weeks
• Ability to work as part of a team

Helpful Skills

• Spanish language skills
• Previous experience in disaster response
• Previous or current work as a Red Cross volunteer
• Previous experience with shelter operations

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