My latest project - DSTAR DVAP on Pi-Star

I was wanting to build a raspberry pi based DSTAR access point using a old DVAP device. I searched online for instructions explaining how to install the old DVAP pi image to run this device using a raspberry pi. I finally figured out that I could run this device using pi-star as a DSTAR repeater controller. I placed a Rpi4 in a flirc case. I attached the dvap to that case using velcro tape. I purchased a short 6inch usb mini cable to power and connect the DVAP to the pi via USB. I installed pi-star software version 4.30 (beta) as my operating system. I found these settings in the pi-star forums. DVAP Setup Post by K2IE » Tue Aug 21, 2018 5:09 pm I just setup my 2m DVAP with Pi-Star and note that the DVAP setup did not work without requiring several additional settings. I have not seen these documented elsewhere, so I share them here for your convenience. In the Configuration GUI: Controller Software: DStarRepeater Radio/Modem Type: DVAP (USB) Controller Mode: Simplex However, this is not enough for the DVAP to communicate out over the gateway. Next, enter the Expert Editors screen. Select quick edit DStarRepeater and very carefully: Change Mode from 0 to 1. Change rpt1Validation from 1 to 0 (doesn't require RPT1 value in radio to use DVAP). Apply Changes and then quick edit ircDDBGateway. Very carefully: Change gatewayType from 0 to 1.

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