Hayden this is awesome. I ordered a Shari PiHatU but it is about 4 weeks behind. My Raspberry Pi4 should be here in a week. This is such a concise, to the point video. It is nice and short when you are not selling merch or talking about your cigars and what you are drinking, LOL!! I will give you a call whenever I get it setup.
I started on a All-star project 2 years ago. I became ill loosing breath, lost interest and that was it. Since then, was hospitalised with a replacement Aorta Valve and a year in back to normal . So this will be followed up. Thanks for the info. Much of it I know, but now need to get updated and take a different approach. I find considering the many hundreds of all-star links, it's rare to get a reply. But it's still worth doing for the educational experience. Thanks again.
So I finally got my Shari Pi4V. Set it up following these instructions, and hey! It works. You'll probably see that I connected to your node. It was receive only, since it's the middle of the night there. Just needed to prove concept. Thanks for this. Now to find someone to actually talk to.
Great walkthrough and I'm now online! Couple of tips - as Hayden said, use a quality SD card or your Pi may not boot. Make sure you have your settings correct on your radio as well - especially the Tones. On mine I must only have CTCSS tones enabled.
Thanks for the comprehensive walkthrough Hayden! I just reached out to Kits for Hams and they are about 4 weeks back ordered. And I found a Pi 4 2GB for the actual low cost! Woot. All my other Pis are busy doing other things. LOL
As an early adopter of AllStarLink (Node2060). You will find, that ASL is very scalable to your needs. (AutoPatch, EchoLink, ETC) But the big thing to remember. ASL is an open node/repeater network. You must accept connection from the AllStarLink community. Yes, you can block nodes that are abusing your node. You can build a pirvate ASL node without registering/access with ASL. Then you will have a small group of nodes/repeater connected to a closed group. You should also talk about integrating DVSwitch. With DVSwitch you can bridge your Analog node to most Digital modes. It also allows you to work remotely from a laptop or an Android App. You can also use an old mobile radio that has 9600 buad connection with a cheap CM108 USB sound fob. I run the Shari (2USB) and the Hotspotradios.com (HSR) hat and the CM108. Using the USB type radios, like the Shari or HSR. Use can use any old computer you have laying around. Have fun with ASL. I know Jim Dixon WB6NIL/sk will be listening. 73's KE6UPI David dvswitch.groups.io/ hotspotradios.com/
Port Forwarding only affects _incoming_ connections; ie. so people can connect to you. I use my PiHat as an occasional mobile device so I don't bother but it's imperative for my home node.
Great tutorial, I used your video to program my raspberry-pi, worked outstanding. The only question I have is about the port forwarding example. Where is it displayed? I watch all of your videos with great simple information and hands-on. Keep up the great work, thumbs-up to you
Thank you! Port forwarding is different depending on your router. Typically you need to port forward 4569 as the default one for Allstar to the RPi's IP address on your network.
I'm glad they include the file as a normal zip image as well. I understand the exe, but isn't HAM more technical anyway, I'm sure if you have a PI, you don't need an SSH program (uhh Windows has one built in now-a-days). Also the image writer. Don't most people use balenaEtcher?
When you are trying to find the IP address on the pi......how is the Moba xTerm seeing this on the Pi? Ethernet cable? Can't be wireless...that gets set up later? Thx
I just look in my router for the DHCP address assigned to the Pi. I think it's called alarm-pi as the hostname? It also reads out the IP address over the air when you boot it up, but that doesn't help for first time setup.
First! Very good video, I've actually got an Alinco DR-135T and the serial/usb interface for the radio. So where does the SHARI hat come into play? I was under the impression that serial control of the radio was all that was required (and of course the software). This project has been on my to-do list for well over a year. I feel inspired! Brilliant!
The SHARI hat comes in to replace a dedicated radio for the job and make a nice all in one solution without having to mess with cables and modifying a sound FOB. But yeah if you had a cheap handheld and a interface like the AIOC then you’re set!
How do you have a group QSO? How long does the node stay connected before it times out? Is there a way to set up your own AllStar Reflector, like you can do with an XLX Reflector? How do you handle the situation where you do not have a static public IP address, your public IP is DHCP and the Internet provider periodically changes your public IP address.
Expertly performed. Makes me want to run out and get the hat. Not sure who I would talk to, so if I make one, Hayden, expect a call. Yes, I will check the exact time difference when I do. Question: Is there guidance for choosing a frequency? Obviously, don't step on any local repeaters. Anything else here in the US?
Like all of your videos this one is precise and there is no waffling (are you sure that you're a ham 😁). I've returned to the hobby after a long hiatus. Following you channel prompted me to buy a 7300, has shown me how to use it, and get the best out of it. Your guidance has got me using WSJTX and GridTracker. Now to crack AllstarLink. Happy Easter GW4NFJ
I just bought a stick PC on amazon with more capabilities than a Pi 4 just over 100 dollars. I'm going to try loading Echolink on it and operate it with out a monitor.
I've been eyeballing a clearnode, but they are so expensive. This is a much more affordable entry. I wonder if you could run the clearnode software on the SHARI? Thanks for the video and the links, I'll be coming back to it if I get the hat. 🍻
[I am not Hayden] Can Fileroller re-write the boot drive? If not, then add a USB-SD writer, and proceed; they provide a gz file for the image. However, some of us are more comfortable with Windows.
I have an Allstar Node and its the best quality sounding digital voice mode out there. But I also don't use it very often because I prefer real RF but it serves a purpose. 73 de G0LQP
This is the sound quality we should be aiming for in 2023, DMR, Dstar and Fusion sound crap by comparrison. I'm surprised that in 2023 there are so many still on these digi modes. I wish there was an easer way to change channels wthout having to memorise and manually enter nodes. Another issue is that one might want to get on Allstar for the sound quality alone and crossmoding from the digi modes kind of defeats the purpose.
I can't seem to buy from kits for hams. I emailed and they said they can't take PayPal anymore, so please send a check but they failed to tell me how much to put on the check and where to send the check to. I looked all over the website for kits for hams and there is no reference to help with that check either, so all I can say is good luck when ordering from kits for hams. I also called the billing phone number and still waiting for them to call me back as I had to leave a voicemail.
Most likely it’s not being decoded from being overdriven (or underdriven). I’d check the receive monitor function to see how much audio level you are getting into your node
Here’s a list of reasons why AllstarLink could be considered better than platforms like Discord, Signal, or other chat rooms/1-1 chat services, particularly for ham radio users: 1. Radio Integration AllstarLink integrates directly with ham radio repeaters and radio networks, making it ideal for amateur radio enthusiasts who want to bridge digital and RF communications. Discord and Signal are purely digital platforms and do not offer this kind of integration. 2. Voice Quality Optimization for Radio Communication AllstarLink is designed to handle voice communication over radio frequencies and is optimized for clear transmission even in lower bandwidth situations. While Discord and Signal have good voice quality, they are not specialized for the nuances of radio communication. 3. Decentralized and Open-Source AllstarLink is open-source, allowing ham radio operators to modify and configure it to their specific needs, without reliance on a proprietary system. Platforms like Discord and Signal are closed-source and controlled by private companies, offering less control and customization. 4. Legal and Licensed Communication AllstarLink is built around the ham radio infrastructure, which means it operates under the legal framework of amateur radio licensing, promoting proper operating procedures. Discord and Signal are more casual and informal, without the same regulatory structure for communication. 5. Scalability for Large Networks AllstarLink supports linking multiple repeaters and nodes, allowing for seamless communication across large geographic areas. It's great for emergency communications or large-scale radio nets. Discord and Signal are limited to digital channels or 1:1 chats and do not have the infrastructure to support repeater-based communication networks. 6. No Reliance on Internet-Only Communication AllstarLink nodes can communicate through RF (radio frequency) in addition to the internet. If the internet goes down, communication can still be maintained via radio repeaters. Discord and Signal rely entirely on internet connectivity, which could be a disadvantage in areas with poor or no internet access. 7. Emergency and Tactical Use AllstarLink is often used in emergency communications (EMCOMM) since it allows users to communicate over radio frequencies that may not be dependent on internet infrastructure. While Discord and Signal may be used in emergencies, they are not optimized for tactical or critical communication in disaster situations where radio might be the only option. 8. Linking to Legacy Systems AllstarLink can connect with older analog repeater systems, providing a bridge between legacy radio setups and modern digital communication systems. Discord and Signal are purely digital systems and cannot integrate with analog radio communications. 9. Dedicated Communities with a Technical Focus The AllstarLink community is largely made up of ham radio operators who focus on technical aspects of radio communication, which fosters a shared purpose and expertise. Discord and Signal are broad-based platforms that serve a wide variety of communities and may not offer the same level of focused technical communication. 10. Regulated by the FCC (or Equivalent) Communications on AllstarLink fall under FCC rules (in the US) or equivalent regulatory bodies in other countries, which promotes structured and responsible use of the system. Discord and Signal are not regulated for radio use, so they don’t provide the same oversight or structured communication environment. AllstarLink is the clear choice when radio communication and integration are critical, especially for ham radio operators.
Ok I just found this from surfing and had a question: I can’t soldier to save my life so I was looking into one of the prebuilt ones on Amazon along with a Pi4. All I can find on there is 70cm. Does really matter? I have not looked on eBay yet. The Pi configuration tho is right up my alley. 20+ years in IT helps that. As always, your stuff is great and I appreciate the help. 73s KC3AIL
Hello, question...I have the raspberry-pi 4 with a separate unit SA818. I want to make it a wifi unit for mobile. Do I need to go through the same allstar setup as your video with an additional wifi setup option 7 from the admin menu? Thank you
@@HamRadioDX I am programming another raspberry-pi which has a different IP address. I used all the same settings from the video except for the node number and password. after all is completed I am not able to connect to a node number. Do I need to change the port number 222 and the bind port number 4569 to a different number? Thank you
@@thomaseparks5828 Hey mate. You'll need to change the forwarded port if you have more than one node on your network. Use 4570 and make sure that's port forwarded in your router - also change it in the allstar backend too. Port 222 you can leave as is unless you need to access it remotely (change the port and have a secure password)
I followed everything and when it got to password, I typed root, and it was wrong?? I am useing a Pi 3+ and a AURSINC Allstar RF Node UHF SR-FRS Radio Programming Module Pi-hat for Allstar. What nexted ?
iv had my licence for a while now and have never keyed up , i only have a vhf uhf radio and to me its basically a waste of time because its line of sight , i need a HF , hopefully tax time ,
Shame, many in this hobby still fail to understand the meaning of a simple word called "WIRELESS". For those of us who might be still confused, a wireless hobby means antenna to antenna, RF all the way from your antenna to you target, none of us should ever complain when our (wireless) bands are taken away as more and more " hams" are using the internet with 20 milliwatts hotspot/phone as their gate way to the world, we even heard some call CQ using their hotspot. This once proud hobby is now being divided into two, wannabe wireless (more a computer hobby) abusing our frequencies that were given to us for wireless experimentation and now being used (more like abused) as a way to connect to a WIRED internet (internet-based nodes vs antenna and propagation). Those who are still true to their hobby statement (look it up) are sticking to the claim of a wireless hobby, and working in a true wireless environment, antenna to antenna (on any mode, digital mode 100% included minus the internet), after all, lack of wires and internet connection is what made our hobby so special and in many ways protected, that is till we decided to imitate the commercial world of IP based communication, a sad ending to a hobby that used to be the leader in true and honest WIRELESS technology, those who taking part in this internet I.P based communication and abusing our privileges must feel so proud after all you achieved what any child with a computer connected to the internet achieve and doing so at a fraction of the cost. Regardless of the above view mentioned, we thank you for a great video and the technical information, knowledge is always appreciated. 73
It's nice to see AllStsrLink getting some love, but disappointing that you used the HamVOIP image. That is a closed source fork of the open source AllStarLink code. I expect most hams won't know or care but that's a blatant violation of the GPL software license.
In short, it’s no different than using a repeater. The differences is the multiple Repeaters in the net work are connected by the Internet, as opposed to twisted-pair, or RF. This also gives the flexibility of connecting and disconnecting to whatever Repeater, or Repeater systems around the world that you want to talk to.
@@londo776You are welcome to have your own opinion. However, you have to take into consideration that many hams live in HOA Antenna restricted areas which don’t allow for a decent HF antenna or a tower. If you’re not one of those people, then I agree with you 100%. Unfortunately, I am one of those people and I use my Allstar Node to talk to other Ham‘s all around the world, all the time, sometimes with my HT while walking my dog. Is it optimum? No, it’s not, but it is all the I and many others have. On the other hand, I have 3 HF rigs and don’t have any problem with taking them out to a park or somewhere else in the woods and setting up an antenna and playing HF. Whether you feel that it is real or not, is irrelevant. Mainly because it’s relevant to me and many others.
You get to build something, make it work, offer a service to other ham radio operators in the community. Build a linked repeater network over the internet with the ability to communicate worldwide, have a hotspot at home for those that don’t have the ability to access their repeater or HF… etc
Well that’s a shame, it’s not dead here or in other places. Amateur Radio is more than just “chatting” it’s about experimentation. Good luck with your real radio
Hayden, Thanks for providing this step by step, it really helps if you are doing this without local help available. Great job laying all of this out!!
Thanks Jeff, glad it was helpful!
Hayden this is awesome. I ordered a Shari PiHatU but it is about 4 weeks behind. My Raspberry Pi4 should be here in a week. This is such a concise, to the point video. It is nice and short when you are not selling merch or talking about your cigars and what you are drinking, LOL!! I will give you a call whenever I get it setup.
Thanks!
I started on a All-star project 2 years ago. I became ill loosing breath, lost interest and that was it. Since then, was hospitalised with a replacement Aorta Valve and a year in back to normal . So this will be followed up. Thanks for the info. Much of it I know, but now need to get updated and take a different approach. I find considering the many hundreds of all-star links, it's rare to get a reply. But it's still worth doing for the educational experience. Thanks again.
Very cool stream today! I got my image installed and ordered my pihat, arriving tomorrow! Looking forward to finally running Allstar!! 73
Awesome!
Thanks Hayden! This was a lifesaver, and now I am on Allstar as well!
Awesome glad it helped mate!
Thanks for the great tutorial. As a new ham, this was exciting to learn about.
Glad it was helpful!
So I finally got my Shari Pi4V. Set it up following these instructions, and hey! It works. You'll probably see that I connected to your node. It was receive only, since it's the middle of the night there. Just needed to prove concept.
Thanks for this. Now to find someone to actually talk to.
Great to hear!
Do you need a license to set it up
This has been on my to-do list for a year or so.. Just waiting to get my hands on a rpi.. I cant wait ! Thanks for the great tutorial !
Have fun!
Thanks Hayden for such a concise and comprehensive allstar-pi setup walkthrough.
No worries hope and glad it helps!
The best Allstar tutorial I've seen yet. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful! Thanks 👍
Great walkthrough and I'm now online! Couple of tips - as Hayden said, use a quality SD card or your Pi may not boot. Make sure you have your settings correct on your radio as well - especially the Tones. On mine I must only have CTCSS tones enabled.
Awesome! Glad it helped!
Very comprehensive video Hayden. I'll add it to my to-do list. :)
Thanks for the comprehensive walkthrough Hayden! I just reached out to Kits for Hams and they are about 4 weeks back ordered. And I found a Pi 4 2GB for the actual low cost! Woot. All my other Pis are busy doing other things. LOL
Do you need a license to set it up
As an early adopter of AllStarLink (Node2060). You will find, that ASL is very scalable to your needs. (AutoPatch, EchoLink, ETC) But the big thing to remember. ASL is an open node/repeater network. You must accept connection from the AllStarLink community. Yes, you can block nodes that are abusing your node. You can build a pirvate ASL node without registering/access with ASL. Then you will have a small group of nodes/repeater connected to a closed group. You should also talk about integrating DVSwitch. With DVSwitch you can bridge your Analog node to most Digital modes. It also allows you to work remotely from a laptop or an Android App. You can also use an old mobile radio that has 9600 buad connection with a cheap CM108 USB sound fob. I run the Shari (2USB) and the Hotspotradios.com (HSR) hat and the CM108. Using the USB type radios, like the Shari or HSR. Use can use any old computer you have laying around. Have fun with ASL. I know Jim Dixon WB6NIL/sk will be listening.
73's KE6UPI David
dvswitch.groups.io/
hotspotradios.com/
Great tutorial. I'm glad I didn't get into Allstar as a technician, I might not have upgraded the license as fast.
Glad I could help
Wow, like drinking from a fire hose. But, a cool fire hose. Thanks for the exceptionally detailed info.
Shari pi hat 3 works with these instructions.... Thank you for your walkthrough.
Great video Hayden! makes me want to set up an Allstar node. I'll put it on my list of projects! 73
Cool! They work well 👍
Thanks Hayden just got mine up and running 73
Awesome!
Really great tutorial. Thank you so much for putting it together. 👍👍
Awesome! Glad it was helpful!
Port Forwarding only affects _incoming_ connections; ie. so people can connect to you. I use my PiHat as an occasional mobile device so I don't bother but it's imperative for my home node.
Thanx Hayden! Just getting started.
No worries!
Thanks, worked for me. Excellent guide through the various software's. Kudos 👏 great job Hayden.
Glad it helped!
Great tutorial, I used your video to program my raspberry-pi, worked outstanding. The only question I have is about the port forwarding example. Where is it displayed? I watch all of your videos with great simple information and hands-on. Keep up the great work, thumbs-up to you
Thank you! Port forwarding is different depending on your router. Typically you need to port forward 4569 as the default one for Allstar to the RPi's IP address on your network.
It runs on Asterisk?! As someone who has set up two FreePBX based VOIP phone systems, I'm geeking out, big time!
Yep!
Can you also use an MMDVM hat for this?
I'm glad they include the file as a normal zip image as well.
I understand the exe, but isn't HAM more technical anyway, I'm sure if you have a PI, you don't need an SSH program (uhh Windows has one built in now-a-days).
Also the image writer. Don't most people use balenaEtcher?
When you are trying to find the IP address on the pi......how is the Moba xTerm seeing this on the Pi? Ethernet cable? Can't be wireless...that gets set up later? Thx
I just look in my router for the DHCP address assigned to the Pi. I think it's called alarm-pi as the hostname? It also reads out the IP address over the air when you boot it up, but that doesn't help for first time setup.
and yes via Ethernet
Thanks Hayden, very informative on how to set it up ,how can we connect to echolink ?
AllstarLink has Echolink channel drivers installed. Documented on their wiki.
wiki.allstarlink.org/wiki/Echolink.conf_-_Echolink_Channel_Driver
First! Very good video, I've actually got an Alinco DR-135T and the serial/usb interface for the radio. So where does the SHARI hat come into play? I was under the impression that serial control of the radio was all that was required (and of course the software). This project has been on my to-do list for well over a year. I feel inspired! Brilliant!
The SHARI hat comes in to replace a dedicated radio for the job and make a nice all in one solution without having to mess with cables and modifying a sound FOB. But yeah if you had a cheap handheld and a interface like the AIOC then you’re set!
How do you have a group QSO? How long does the node stay connected before it times out? Is there a way to set up your own AllStar Reflector, like you can do with an XLX Reflector? How do you handle the situation where you do not have a static public IP address, your public IP is DHCP and the Internet provider periodically changes your public IP address.
Excellent, can I reserve 2 nodes now and setup later. I want to get my General first
Expertly performed. Makes me want to run out and get the hat. Not sure who I would talk to, so if I make one, Hayden, expect a call. Yes, I will check the exact time difference when I do.
Question: Is there guidance for choosing a frequency? Obviously, don't step on any local repeaters. Anything else here in the US?
Not really any guidance - just a clear simplex frequency. UHF is obviously easier as there’s a lot more free space available.
Like all of your videos this one is precise and there is no waffling (are you sure that you're a ham 😁). I've returned to the hobby after a long hiatus. Following you channel prompted me to buy a 7300, has shown me how to use it, and get the best out of it. Your guidance has got me using WSJTX and GridTracker. Now to crack AllstarLink.
Happy Easter
GW4NFJ
I love the explanations thanks 73
Very welcome
I just bought a stick PC on amazon with more capabilities than a Pi 4 just over 100 dollars. I'm going to try loading Echolink on it and operate it with out a monitor.
I've been eyeballing a clearnode, but they are so expensive. This is a much more affordable entry. I wonder if you could run the clearnode software on the SHARI? Thanks for the video and the links, I'll be coming back to it if I get the hat. 🍻
Thanks Matt. I’m not sure about Clearnode?
What are some popular and active AllstarLink node numbers and hub numbers?
Thanks Hayden was able to follow along. I put the wrong Allstar password in. Can't see where to change it.
Hi Peter,
Run the setup again and you can change your password from there.
Just turn on port_forwarding to on and reboot and it should work.
My SA818 will not communicate. Any pointers?
Raspbian has Archiving application like Fileroller you just add the compressors and decompressors so why dearchive on a PC when Fileroller can do it.
[I am not Hayden]
Can Fileroller re-write the boot drive? If not, then add a USB-SD writer, and proceed; they provide a gz file for the image. However, some of us are more comfortable with Windows.
Hats off Hayden ,the best tuto found so far 73's - AJ6AR
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Thank you!
Great!
Thank you
I have an Allstar Node and its the best quality sounding digital voice mode out there. But I also don't use it very often because I prefer real RF but it serves a purpose. 73 de G0LQP
Quick guestion: you have to have the pi hatu pkus the Rasberry pi correct..so two boxes..
This is the sound quality we should be aiming for in 2023, DMR, Dstar and Fusion sound crap by comparrison. I'm surprised that in 2023 there are so many still on these digi modes.
I wish there was an easer way to change channels wthout having to memorise and manually enter nodes.
Another issue is that one might want to get on Allstar for the sound quality alone and crossmoding from the digi modes kind of defeats the purpose.
@o00scorpio00o There is! Supermon and/or Allmon.
@@Jah_Rastafari_ORIG Too many modes lol, it's kind of depressing.
I can't seem to buy from kits for hams. I emailed and they said they can't take PayPal anymore, so please send a check but they failed to tell me how much to put on the check and where to send the check to. I looked all over the website for kits for hams and there is no reference to help with that check either, so all I can say is good luck when ordering from kits for hams. I also called the billing phone number and still waiting for them to call me back as I had to leave a voicemail.
Ordering information is at the bottom of the page.
kitsforhams.com/shari-pihat#cmtoc_anchor_id_7
It says right on the page, "Payment via Paypal is preferred."
@@Jah_Rastafari_ORIG glad you got it fixed
@@sb0368 Nothing to do with me... just reporting what I see...
(No rhyme intended)
AH HA! Thanks to Hayden...I AM NOW CONNECTED!!!! Tremble and quake with fear. Not for any particular reason. Thanks mate for your valuable content! 73
No worries mate glad you got it working! What’s your node number?
@@HamRadioDX 61925, cheers again
I'm not seeing DTMF tones in the CLI. Have I missed something?
Most likely it’s not being decoded from being overdriven (or underdriven). I’d check the receive monitor function to see how much audio level you are getting into your node
You did not address formatting an existing SD card. :( Fat? fat32? NTFS?
Step 1, try to get some gear sent from USA without exorbitant transport costs?
Can you make a video tutorial using a laptop. Thank you.
Using a laptop?
@@HamRadioDX I mean can I use a laptop for building a radio- less nodes.
What does this offer over say discord, signal, and rest of the internet based chat rooms and 1-1 chats with more privacy! I am really not clear.
Here’s a list of reasons why AllstarLink could be considered better than platforms like Discord, Signal, or other chat rooms/1-1 chat services, particularly for ham radio users:
1. Radio Integration
AllstarLink integrates directly with ham radio repeaters and radio networks, making it ideal for amateur radio enthusiasts who want to bridge digital and RF communications.
Discord and Signal are purely digital platforms and do not offer this kind of integration.
2. Voice Quality Optimization for Radio Communication
AllstarLink is designed to handle voice communication over radio frequencies and is optimized for clear transmission even in lower bandwidth situations.
While Discord and Signal have good voice quality, they are not specialized for the nuances of radio communication.
3. Decentralized and Open-Source
AllstarLink is open-source, allowing ham radio operators to modify and configure it to their specific needs, without reliance on a proprietary system.
Platforms like Discord and Signal are closed-source and controlled by private companies, offering less control and customization.
4. Legal and Licensed Communication
AllstarLink is built around the ham radio infrastructure, which means it operates under the legal framework of amateur radio licensing, promoting proper operating procedures.
Discord and Signal are more casual and informal, without the same regulatory structure for communication.
5. Scalability for Large Networks
AllstarLink supports linking multiple repeaters and nodes, allowing for seamless communication across large geographic areas. It's great for emergency communications or large-scale radio nets.
Discord and Signal are limited to digital channels or 1:1 chats and do not have the infrastructure to support repeater-based communication networks.
6. No Reliance on Internet-Only Communication
AllstarLink nodes can communicate through RF (radio frequency) in addition to the internet. If the internet goes down, communication can still be maintained via radio repeaters.
Discord and Signal rely entirely on internet connectivity, which could be a disadvantage in areas with poor or no internet access.
7. Emergency and Tactical Use
AllstarLink is often used in emergency communications (EMCOMM) since it allows users to communicate over radio frequencies that may not be dependent on internet infrastructure.
While Discord and Signal may be used in emergencies, they are not optimized for tactical or critical communication in disaster situations where radio might be the only option.
8. Linking to Legacy Systems
AllstarLink can connect with older analog repeater systems, providing a bridge between legacy radio setups and modern digital communication systems.
Discord and Signal are purely digital systems and cannot integrate with analog radio communications.
9. Dedicated Communities with a Technical Focus
The AllstarLink community is largely made up of ham radio operators who focus on technical aspects of radio communication, which fosters a shared purpose and expertise.
Discord and Signal are broad-based platforms that serve a wide variety of communities and may not offer the same level of focused technical communication.
10. Regulated by the FCC (or Equivalent)
Communications on AllstarLink fall under FCC rules (in the US) or equivalent regulatory bodies in other countries, which promotes structured and responsible use of the system.
Discord and Signal are not regulated for radio use, so they don’t provide the same oversight or structured communication environment.
AllstarLink is the clear choice when radio communication and integration are critical, especially for ham radio operators.
Ok I just found this from surfing and had a question:
I can’t soldier to save my life so I was looking into one of the prebuilt ones on Amazon along with a Pi4. All I can find on there is 70cm. Does really matter? I have not looked on eBay yet.
The Pi configuration tho is right up my alley. 20+ years in IT helps that.
As always, your stuff is great and I appreciate the help.
73s KC3AIL
I SSH via Powershell or CMD
Hello, question...I have the raspberry-pi 4 with a separate unit SA818. I want to make it a wifi unit for mobile. Do I need to go through the same allstar setup as your video with an additional wifi setup option 7 from the admin menu? Thank you
Yes that's correct. The Pi4 has Wifi built in so use that option.
@@HamRadioDX I am programming another raspberry-pi which has a different IP address. I used all the same settings from the video except for the node number and password. after all is completed I am not able to connect to a node number. Do I need to change the port number 222 and the bind port number 4569 to a different number? Thank you
@@thomaseparks5828 Hey mate. You'll need to change the forwarded port if you have more than one node on your network. Use 4570 and make sure that's port forwarded in your router - also change it in the allstar backend too. Port 222 you can leave as is unless you need to access it remotely (change the port and have a secure password)
@@HamRadioDX Thank you for the reply back. It did work and I want to thank you. I do enjoy your videos.
Je suis intéressé, mais bien incapable de faire la configuration.
This does not work today I tried to create an Allstar account without being able to login
I don’t understand? You need to create an account and then login to request a node number. The sign up process takes a few minutes.
I followed everything and when it got to password, I typed root, and it was wrong?? I am useing a Pi 3+ and a AURSINC Allstar RF Node UHF SR-FRS Radio Programming Module Pi-hat for Allstar. What nexted ?
root/root for both username and password?
@@HamRadioDX Got it and now all I get is micro not recognized ? LOL I should stick with Pi-Star MMDVM
Thanks for sharing this info. Newby on this and might set-up soon. This is DW1YTY from Philippines. 73
iv had my licence for a while now and have never keyed up , i only have a vhf uhf radio and to me its basically a waste of time because its line of sight , i need a HF , hopefully tax time ,
Shame, many in this hobby still fail to understand the meaning of a simple word called "WIRELESS".
For those of us who might be still confused, a wireless hobby means antenna to antenna, RF all the way from your antenna to you target, none of us should ever complain when our (wireless) bands are taken away as more and more " hams" are using the internet with 20 milliwatts hotspot/phone as their gate way to the world, we even heard some call CQ using their hotspot.
This once proud hobby is now being divided into two, wannabe wireless (more a computer hobby) abusing our frequencies that were given to us for wireless experimentation and now being used (more like abused) as a way to connect to a WIRED internet (internet-based nodes vs antenna and propagation).
Those who are still true to their hobby statement (look it up) are sticking to the claim of a wireless hobby, and working in a true wireless environment, antenna to antenna (on any mode, digital mode 100% included minus the internet), after all, lack of wires and internet connection is what made our hobby so special and in many ways protected, that is till we decided to imitate the commercial world of IP based communication, a sad ending to a hobby that used to be the leader in true and honest WIRELESS technology, those who taking part in this internet I.P based communication and abusing our privileges must feel so proud after all you achieved what any child with a computer connected to the internet achieve and doing so at a fraction of the cost.
Regardless of the above view mentioned, we thank you for a great video and the technical information, knowledge is always appreciated.
73
I still really don't understand this, why not just talk directly into the pi?
It's like the VHF radio part here, is getting in the way, vestigial.
It's nice to see AllStsrLink getting some love, but disappointing that you used the HamVOIP image. That is a closed source fork of the open source AllStarLink code. I expect most hams won't know or care but that's a blatant violation of the GPL software license.
I do NOT wanna talk to THAT MANY PEOPLE! But, 73 just the same!
Fair enough
Better stay away from HF also - many ears there too. Can and a string maybe?
Yeah, no
I must be misunderstanding what this does - whats the point of it ? Why would you want to talk to someone on your radio over the internet ?
In short, it’s no different than using a repeater. The differences is the multiple Repeaters in the net work are connected by the Internet, as opposed to twisted-pair, or RF. This also gives the flexibility of connecting and disconnecting to whatever Repeater, or Repeater systems around the world that you want to talk to.
@@londo776You are welcome to have your own opinion. However, you have to take into consideration that many hams live in HOA Antenna restricted areas which don’t allow for a decent HF antenna or a tower. If you’re not one of those people, then I agree with you 100%. Unfortunately, I am one of those people and I use my Allstar Node to talk to other Ham‘s all around the world, all the time, sometimes with my HT while walking my dog. Is it optimum? No, it’s not, but it is all the I and many others have. On the other hand, I have 3 HF rigs and don’t have any problem with taking them out to a park or somewhere else in the woods and setting up an antenna and playing HF. Whether you feel that it is real or not, is irrelevant. Mainly because it’s relevant to me and many others.
@londo776 sad ham
You get to build something, make it work, offer a service to other ham radio operators in the community. Build a linked repeater network over the internet with the ability to communicate worldwide, have a hotspot at home for those that don’t have the ability to access their repeater or HF… etc
Well that’s a shame, it’s not dead here or in other places. Amateur Radio is more than just “chatting” it’s about experimentation. Good luck with your real radio
I like this I'm now using a Shari hat, but the only drawback is that it will not operate in 451.000 MHz where I need it to be or on 462.575 MHz.