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FreeSTAR?
What is the FreeSTAR Network?
FreeSTAR Network is a Multi-mode amatuer radio network which hosts and manages a franchise of services under its umbrella. The FreeSTAR Network manages 2 international DMR networks (IPSC2 & SystemX, a multi-mode AllStar hub (FreeSTAR UK), a fully fletched VoIP Network (FreeSTAR Everywhere), and a franchise of communication servers hosted worldwide in 6 countries. FreeSTAR Network stands to be one of the largest multi-mode franchises in the world.
FreeSTAR UK & International Multi-mode Hub, or its shorter name FreeSTAR UK, is based around AllStar, which is the centre of activity for analogue repeaters, gateways & RF nodes. This “central hub” has many modes and access points connected to it including DMR, YSF, D-Star & more. The main AllStar Hubs for the FreeSTAR UK network is 2196, 2166, 2167 & 63061.
The FreeSTAR Network manages DMR+_IPSC2-FreeSTAR which is a DMR+ Network connected to the MARC system and the global bMaster+ IPSC2 Network. FreeSTAR also hosts and maintains the System X DMR Network which is an OpenSource global DMR Network for amateur radio. TalkGroup 23426 is the main TalkGroup for the FreeSTAR UK Multi-mode Network. For more information about FreeSTAR click here!
Are there any NETS or WORLDWIDE activities on FreeSTAR?
Absolutely! We host many nets on FreeSTAR including TopTalk, TechTalk & world-wide nets such as Trans-Canada Net. If you would like to participate or bring one of your own nets to FreeSTAR please by all means contact us! Visit the NET Control page for more on the nets we host!
How do I connect to the FreeSTAR UK Multi-mode Hub?
There are various ways to connect to the FreeSTAR UK main hub. The best way is to check out the How to Connect page and learn what modes you are familiar with to connect with. We find AllStar or EchoLink is the easiest way, but check if your local repeater has connectivity to a compatible mode or ask your local repeater group for more details. Some notable ways to connect are; AllStar Node 2196, YSF-23426 (GB FreeSTAR), DMR+ IPSC2-FreeSTAR TG 23426, TGIF TG23426, SYSTEM-X TG23426, D-STAR XLX248 X, PEANUT – FRE325 and lots more…..
How much does it cost to join the FreeSTAR Network?
At the momemt most of core services are free to all licenced ham radio operators. We do however run a donation every year around November/December to help maintain the system.Check out our Facebook group for more info.
There may be some services that may require a monthly or yearly subscription on our FreeSTAR Everywhere platform.
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