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Free DMRVA Codeplugs!

Recently we’ve heard about some operators paying for codeplug development and radio programming.  There are a multitude of free codeplugs available for download on the RATS codeplugs pages as well as extensive information about codeplug conversion and some of the other details.  There is also some support available if you run into hiccups.  Even though there are a large number of radios out there, we want to encourage as much collaboration and sharing of information about the system as possible.

Special Olympics event on Richmond/Petersburg repeaters this Friday and Saturday

Operators supporting the Special Olympics in the Richmond area will be using Timeslot 1 on the Richmond and Petersburg repeaters during the days of June 6 and 7, 2025. All traffic on Richmond Metro (TG 27500, TS1) will be managed by Special Olympics Net Control during this time.

 

Accordingly, all Talkgroups on Timeslot 1 will be unavailable for general amateur use during the duration of the Special Olympics nets. Thank you for your understanding during this important event.

New talkgroup matrix has been published

 

A new talkgroup matrix has been published for all users.  This covers small changes to the system including the addition of the Goochland repeater, the VHF repeater in Roanoke/Salem and other small tweaks.  The Linden repeater has been off the air for a few months due to a lightning strike and we are working with the admin to see if we can assist with restoring that system.  For the moment it has been removed from the matrix. We are always looking for new areas of the state to add coverage.  Feel free to drop us a line if you have ideas.

New Kent Repeater is on the air!

There is a new repeater on the air just east of Richmond along I-64 between the RIC airport and Williamsburg areas.  The K2VIZ system is located in central New Kent County at approximately 250 feet AGL and is adding coverage to areas that were previously challenging for users. Please click here for a predicted coverage map.

The frequency is 442.050 + with CC1 and the standard TG line up is activated.  Richmond Metro (27500 on TS1) is linked to the other metro area repeaters (P etersburg, Richmond, etc).  If you are in the area and make use of the system, please send along a report .

VHF Fredericksburg Repeater is online!

We are pleased to welcome our first VHF repeater to DMRVA.  The 145.300 MHz WX4EMC system will be located in Fredericksburg (Cosner’s Corner area of Spotsy) and is predicted to provide excellent coverage to the region.  Thanks to KD4QNA and AE4ML for their dedication to getting this system on air.

A UHF system will also be brought on line soon that will provide coverage in the city of Fredericksburg and the surrounding area.  Please drop us a note and let us know what your experience is while using this new way into the repeater network.

 

WX4EMC repeater is now on the network

We welcome the WX4EMC/R system to the DMRVA network.  This new system is located in Northumberland County, Virginia (Heathsville area).  The frequency is 442.700 MHz + and the CC is 1.

The system is a Motorola SLR5700 repeater that feeds 7/8 inch hardline at 265 feet up the tower.  Coverage and connectivity testing is in progress.  Please welcome any users from that area of the state and encourage use.  A special thanks to Pete KD4QNA and Mike AE4ML for their hard work in migrating this system. 

The available talkgroup lineup is slightly different than the current posted standard so click the link to review. Approximate coverage can be seen on the repeater page.

South Hill repeater operating with degraded performance

The South Hill area (Mecklenburg, VA) repeater is operated on a backup directional antenna and as such users should expect mobile coverage in the town of South Hill as well as I-85 and route 1 north of South Hill.  The typical omni pattern should return in a few weeks after work concludes at the site and a team can access the site and make necessary repairs on the antenna system.  Stay tuned!