PR BBS & Node

PR BBS & Node

I operate a packet radio node and a BBS (bulletin board system) for both CB and amateur radio use. Users can exchange messages, retrieve information, and connect with other stations. The system is based on the AX.25 protocol and promotes digital communication in non-commercial radio operations. Additionally, it is available for emergency communications and can serve as an alternative means of communication during power or internet outages. This contributes to disaster preparedness and supports local information exchange during emergencies. Regular testing and maintenance ensure the readiness and reliability of this digital radio service – both in everyday use and in critical situations.

I am currently working on expanding the ham radio BBS for 1200 baud operation in the 2-meter band. If you have a TNC2S from Symek, a 2-meter transceiver with a data port, or a dual-band antenna for 2m and 70cm, I would greatly appreciate a donation or a low-cost offer. 😊

If you would like to support me financially, even a small donation would be very helpful. Thank you!

Citizen Band

  • Node: DNO349
  • Channel 24
  • Baud: 1k2
  • Connected with:
    • AP1NOD - Hannover (Lower Saxony, Germany)
    • FT0NOD - Freital (Saxony, Germany)
    • DNX476 - Pirna (Saxony, Germany)
    • MO0NET - Moers (North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany)
    • LK0NOD - Lübbecke (North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany)
  • BBS: DBX349
  • Channel: 24
  • Baud: 1k2
  • Connected with:
    • AP2BOX - Hannover (Lower Saxony, Germany)
    • FT0BOX - Freital (Saxony, Germany)
    • MO1BBS - Moers (North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany)
    • LK0BOX - Lübbecke (North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany)

Hamradio

  • Node: DB0APK-7
  • Frequency: 438.150 MHz
  • Baud: 9k6
  • Connected with:
    • GB7PKT - North Walsham (UK)
    • F3KT - Pont Saint Martin (France)
    • VK7AX - Ulverstone (Australia)
    • DK0WUE - Wuerzburg (Bavaria, Germany)
  • BBS: DB0APK-9
  • Frequency: 438.150 MHz
  • Baud: 9k6
  • Connected with:
    • GB7PKT - North Walsham (UK)
    • ED1ZAC - Carino (Spain)
    • DK0WUE - Wuerzburg (Bavaria, Germany)

Hardware

Computer

I use a single computer for the nodes and mailboxes: a Fujitsu Esprimo Q920 with an Intel i5-4590T CPU and 8GB of RAM. The same machine also runs the ANYBOX Dial-In BBS based on Synchronet, as well as an automated NOAA reception station.

TNC

As TNCs, I exclusively use the TNC2H and TNC2S from Symek GmbH. They are already 30 years old and still operate without any issues.

TRX

For the amateur radio BBS/Node, I’m currently using a YAESU FT8000. It’s actually almost too good for this task, but also perfect for 9k6 on the 70cm band. 😅

For the CB radio BBS/Node, I use an Albrecht AE5290 mobile device, which I was already using in the 1990s as a Packet Radio BBS. Incidentally, under the same callsign. 😊