Your Own Link
Before you can run your own RF link in Ireland you must first get permission to do so.
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Southern Ireland
The Internet Linking Operation application form is available from ComReg click HERE for an application form. At this time ComReg is only giving permission to clubs to run a gateway.
In Sothern Ireland its called Radio Experimenter Licence: Automatic Station Operation
Reference Number: 08/58R
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Northern Ireland
An NOV (Notice of variation) is required in Northern Ireland and applications are done on line. Only Full and Intermediate licence holders can run a gateway. For full information and application visit the DCC (RSGB) Click HERE
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EchoLink Validation
Once you have obtained your licence for your gateway you will need to have your call sign validated with the EchoLink administrators Click HERE for validation information.
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Interface
When you set up EchoLink in "sysop" mode, you will need a special interface device which connects your radio equipment to your computer. This device allows the computer to control the PTT function of your transceiver, and (optionally) to accept and process DTMF commands from the receiver. There are many designs that you can build your self click HERE other information on interfaces click HERE
Simple Radio PTT To Computer Interface Circuits
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Add some interesting free add-ons to your link
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Introducing EchoLink
For full information and download visit the EchoLink website.
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Port Forward. com
A useful Web site that discusses port forwarding, with solutions for specific makes and models of equipment, is www.portforward.com.
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Page Updated on 18/12/2008