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| Meeting summary for The DMR Tech Net Zoom monthly meeting (02/21/2024) |
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| Quick recap |
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| The team discussed a range of technical issues and upcoming events. They celebrated BradF’s license anniversary and discussed the compatibility of TGIF hotspots with the TGIF network. They also discussed new features and upgrades, such as private calls, talker alias, and SMS messaging. The team also discussed the backend call manager code and the process of adding a TGIF channel. Towards the end, the possibility of bridging from the ham shack hotline into TGIF was brought up. |
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| Summary |
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| Technical Issues, Upcoming Event, New Version, 3D Printing, Amateur Radio, Electric Cars Support |
| There were technical issues with the video and audio conferencing system, with particular issues with Robert’s audio and video. The group discussed an upcoming event with Stan tasked with counting participants. The conversation shifted to Pie Star, with Robert revealing that a new version, version 5, was in the pipeline, promising significant differences from previous versions. The group also discussed 3D printing, amateur radio operations, and the potential support for electric cars in the power grid. The importance of experimentation, despite potential failures, was emphasized. |
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| Security, Data Center, Radio, and Pet Ownership |
| Dana, Bradley, Thomas, Robert, AC2CH, and others had a wide-ranging discussion. Dana suggested naming participants with their call signs for easy identification. Bradley raised concerns about Zoom’s security, while AC2CH shared his experiences running a large data center, emphasizing the need for security. The group also had a side discussion about pet ownership and shared personal experiences and memories related to the Daytona 500. The team briefly discussed technical issues, with Thomas’s expressing satisfaction with the G 90 radio. The potential successor to the G 90, the 6,200 model, was also briefly discussed. |
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| DMR Technet Launch and Tgif Network Updates |
| Dana introduced a new monthly TV show, Dmr Technet, with the inaugural episode featuring Robert Brettzman, a founder of PGIF and former Navy radio technician. Robert shared his background and his involvement in amateur radio. He also discussed the growth and unique features of Tgif Network, a project started by Mitch in 2018. The network, unlike others, allows each talk group to have complete administrative control. As of the meeting, they had 1,675 talk groups and nearly 14,000 registered users. The discussion also covered new features and upgrades, such as private calls, talker alias, and SMS messaging. Robert also touched on plans to enhance the network further. Towards the end of the meeting, there was a discussion about the quality of the plug-and-play packages sold on the PGIF Spot website and the support provided to users. |
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| DMR Technet Technical Discussion and Future Enhancements |
| The meeting involved a detailed discussion on the technical aspects of the DMR Technet team’s work. The team celebrated BradF’s first-year license anniversary and discussed the compatibility of Tgia hotspots with the Tgif network. There were also concerns raised about the lack of information on repeaters on the TGIF Network page and issues with the registration process. The team also discussed the backend call manager code and the process of adding a TGIF channel. Future enhancements and best practices for connecting to multiple Digital Mobile Radio networks were also discussed. Towards the end, the possibility of bridging from the ham shack hotline into Tgif was brought up. |
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| DMR Technet TV Episode 1 Discussion |
| The team discussed the first episode of Dmr Technet TV featuring Robert from Tgif network. They expressed gratitude towards Robert and emphasized the need for more experimentation with PGIF. The next episode, scheduled for March 19th, will focus on the W. Ps. D. Interface for the pie star hot spot. The recorded episode will be available on the Dmr Technet website and YouTube channel. The discussion also covered the restrictions of the Michigan talk group and the challenges faced by individuals near borders due to system restrictions based on location. The team also debated the use of different communication platforms, with Robert mentioning Discord and Dana preferring Telegram. The conversation ended on a humorous note, with Colin expressing his disdain for the 10-minute limit rule on repeaters. The team also discussed the role of repeater owners and the potential issues they might face, such as overuse. |
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| Team Discussion: Kiko, Barry, Corey, and Server Infrastructure |
| The team discussed several topics, including identifying a shy team member named Kiko and proposing future discussions with Barry Thompson and Corey Dean from Brandmeister. They also discussed upcoming topics, including Wpsd next month and a repeater book. The team’s server infrastructure and its capacity to handle traffic were also discussed, with Robert clarifying that their servers are cloud-based and designed to accommodate many users. There was a humorous discussion about a website set up for Corey Dean. Towards the end, Dana invited Robert to be a guest on a radio show, which he agreed to, and there was a discussion about the market share of various DMR networks. Other participants shared their thoughts and experiences, including Bradley, who shared his experiences as a ham radio operator for 31 years and his interest in technology. |
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| Team Discussion: Talk Groups, Hobbies, and Kotra Purchase |
| The team discussed a range of topics, including Stan’s shuffleboard victory and Ed’s absence. Dana revealed that her younger brother is planning a trip to Florida, while Stan mentioned a monthly meetup. The team also discussed system updates and personal hobbies, with Bradley considering a switch from Brand Monster to TGIF. They also delved into the statewide talk groups and their corresponding numbers, with Dana explaining the structure. The conversation also touched on specific talk groups and the potential of a new open-source radio prototype. Towards the end, Stan mentioned buying a Kotra. |
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| Radio Model Discussion and Experiences |
| The conversation revolved around the experiences and preferences of Stan, Bradley, and Dana regarding various radio models. Stan expressed his satisfaction with the open GD 77 software on his radios, which he found easy to use and efficient. He also shared his disappointment with the GD 88 model, although he acknowledged its potential usefulness. Bradley agreed with Stan’s assessment of the GD 88 and mentioned his upcoming purchase of an AnyTone 578 radio, suggesting the BT 01 wireless Bluetooth model as a good addition. |
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| Tech Net Show and Customer Service Support |
| Dana invited Bradley to join their DMR Technet channel 312688 for their weekly radio program, TGIF, and discussed their weekly tech net show and monthly tech net TV show. The group shared their experiences with the repeater book and the history of their show. AC2UL mentioned his successful Macintosh computer fix and plans to run Windows on it. The group also discussed their communication systems and experiences, including their participation in the static talk group for Stan and their release from talk group Banning due to its limitations. The conversation also emphasized the importance of customer service support and effective communication. |
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| Next steps |
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| • Robert will send an email to Dave to manually approve his account. |
| • BradF will send Dave a Youtube video and a line of code to enable TGIF on his older version of Pi Star. |
| • Robert will consider joining Glenn Bazoo’s radio show. |
| • Bradley will send an email to Dana at Dmr Technet with his contact information. |
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Wish I would get this notification a fay before instead of a day after the event!
Alex,
We missed you for the meeting!
You should join the DMR Tech Net email distribution list.
We published information on this meeting in four emails during the two weeks before the meeting, our website, mentions on DMR nets, and in several Facebook amateur radio groups.