K5FRC is IRLP node number
3602
From the IRLP.net web site: "The aim of this
project is to reliably and inexpensively link amateur radio systems without the
use of RF links, leased lines, or satellites. The IRLP uses Voice-Over-IP (VoIP)
custom software and hardware. Coupled with the power of the Internet, IRLP will
link your repeater site or simplex station to the world in a simple and cost
effective way. ÊIRLP operates a worldwide network of dedicated servers and nodes
offering very stable worldwide voice communications between hundreds of towns
and cities. All this with unsurpassed uptimes and the full dynamic range of
telephone quality audio" IRLP.net web site.
1. Identify
2. PTT then enter the node number.
3. Release and wait for voice message.
4. PTT to talk with remote node (pause before speaking after each PTT).
5. PTT and enter 73 to drop link or a simple * will also disconnect.
6. Identify.
K5FRC is EchoLink node number
143902 (only 145.47)
From the echolink.org web site:
"EchoLink software allows licensed Amateur Radio stations to communicate with
one another over the Internet, using voice-over-IP (VoIP) technology. The
program allows worldwide connections to be made between stations, or from
computer to station, greatly enhancing Amateur Radio's communications
capabilities. There are more than 150,000 registered users in 152 nations
worldwide!"
For more information on echolink, and to download the software, see the
echolink.org web site.
1. Identify.
2. PTT then enter # plus the remote node number.
3. Release and wait for voice message.
4. PTT to talk with remote node (pause before speaking after each PTT).
5. PTT and enter #73 to drop link.
6. Identify.