The #m1ke really is coming into its own right now. It now has native #Echolink support, which I've just been testing on the #OurCoffeeShop net (although with no messaging or roster info) and it worked perfectly. Also #Allstar-as-a-node capability is much improved and significantly more stable than it was... I'll give that a proper test on the #ECR #MorningBrew net on Monday
This little device isn't cheap, but when you consider the modes it supports, it's definitely a powerhouse.
Today, I managed to make a QSO via a repeater in London (GB3LV) using #Echolink. The repeater is connected to a larger network, and I had a QSO with EA7KNK from Spain. Many repeaters seem to be connected via a wide variety of networks, so you can connect via Echolink and then end up via Allstar in Spain on another repeater or an operator's hotspot in Turkey...
In any case, the first Hamchallenge of the year has been completed HC01S #hamchallenge @hamchallenge
If anyone else is still working on the challenge, I am now QRV on DB0BLO, which can also be reached via Echolink (call for DK4MJ).
Wow, I just got banned from Echolink for simply telling support that I didn't agree with their one callsign per user policy, such petty people. I'm demanding my access to Echolink be restored.
Seriously, Echolink? WTF? How am I supposed to use my valid callsign? They need to change this absurd policy!
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