SYSTEM INTRODUCTION

D - S T A R
Join the
World!
RS-MS1A Android ™ Application
Enhances Your D-STAR Experience

Share Pictures Text Messaging

Take pictures – including your shack, Text messaging allows you to chat with other D-STAR
operating place in the field, rigs or users. Use texts when voice communications may
friends – with your Android™ device and not be appropriate. By using the Android™ devices,
share them over D-STAR transceivers. you can exchange a message by your preferred
Add to your ragchew with images and language.
make QSO even more fun.

D-STAR Stations and Repeater Sites Mapping DV Fast Data Mode

(* ID-51A PLUS and ID-5100A only)
By using data in place of voice frames, the ID-5100A and ID-51A
See the location of other stations or PLUS transfers data 3.5 times s faster (3480 bps) than in the
repeater sites on a map using received conventional DV mode
position data. Automatically set the (with voice). Pictures taken
transceiver’s “FROM” and “TO” fields by an Android™ device can
by tapping a repeater site or a station also be quickly transmitted
on the map. in the DV Fast Data mode. DV Fast Data Mode

DR Functions and Remote Settings Repeater List Viewer

(* ID-51A PLUS and ID-5100A only)
You can see detailed repeater information including
You can set the transceiver’s “FROM” and “TO” fields frequencies, call sign and offset frequency in the
and change some of the transceiver’s function Repeater list. The Repeater list is continually
settings from your Android™ device. When used with updated. You can use it as reference information
the optional Bluetooth™ headset, VS-3, you can for manually setting the D-STAR transceiver.
wirelessly control the ID-5100A from a remote place.

RS-MS1A Remote Control Software Requirements

Other Functions (Free Download Android™ Application from Google Play™)

• Offline map* uses your own maps without needing Internet connection Compatible Transceivers
• Received history* allows you to read and edit the received station’s information • ID-5100A • ID-51A PLUS • ID-51A 50th Anniversary model
• Call sign list allows you to read and edit the Call signs and names used • ID-51A original model* • ID-31A* • IC-7100*
* Not all functions are usable.
in the DR function * Either optional UT-133 Bluetooth® unit (for ID-5100A) or OPC-2350LU data cable is required.
• Object, item and weather reports using D-PRS can be shown on the map
Android™ Device Requirements
• Import a Repeater list and a Call Sign list
• Android 4.0 or later • Touch screen
• Export the Repeater list, the Call Sign list, and the Receive History • Bluetooth function and/or USB host function
(* ID-51A PLUS and ID-5100A only. Cannot use with IC-7100, ID-31 and ID-51 original model.) Note: Some functions may not work properly, depending on the Android™ devices used.
GPS Position Reporting Functions

Displays Own and Received Position Information Export to the Android™ Application
(* ID-51A PLUS and ID-5100A only)
The ID-51A PLUS and ID-5100A has an integrated GPS receiver
and shows your own position, course, speed and altitude on the When connected
display. The GPS position information can be transmitted with with an Android™
voice. Received position information is also shown with distance device, received
and direction from your position. position information
can be plotted on a
Map Application.

Own (MY) position example (ID-5100A) Received position example (ID-51A PLUS)
Repeater Search Function
The IC-7100 and IC-9100
(* ID-51A PLUS, ID-5100A and IC-7100 only)
allow you to manually input
the current latitude, longitude
The repeater search function assists you in
and altitude or connect an
accessing nearby repeaters, even in areas
external GPS receiver. Display example of IC-9100 GPS Button (IC-9100)
you are visiting for the first time. The function
searches for a nearby repeater using the
Automatic Position Reply Function repeater memories with the GPS position Display example of IC-7100
(Shows near repeater list
information. e)
with distance)
When receiving a call addressed Received position information example
* To use the automatic repeater search function, the
to your call sign, this function TO
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position data of the repeater is required. The repeater list
automatically replies your current can be updated with programming software. The
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ID-51PLUS and ID-5100A can also search for D-STAR
position information. Replied
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repeaters as well as analog FM repeaters.
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position information will pop up

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Auto Reply
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on the caller’s display. JL3YRP Display example of ID-51A

GPS Log Function* D-PRS (Digital Packet Reporting System)

D-PRS converts the D-STAR GPS
The GPS log function logs your position
information to APRS™ compatible
information at regular intervals (1 second–60 WX

strings and presents it to the

seconds, depending on the setting) and
APRS-IS (APRS Internet Server)
memorizes this in the SD card or microSD
and other APRS™ clients. The
card to export to your PC. You can import the log data into Google
APRS maps show real-time APRS
Earth or other map applications. D
information and tracks D-STAR
* SD card or microSD card required.
stations on the Internet.
Simplex Call Call Sign Routing
Call another station directly, The call is automatically routed to the repeater destination the called user
not using a repeater. is in. Also, call sign routing allows you to do cross band operation.

Gateway Call Repeater

Local Area Call Gateway

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Repeater
Gateway
Gateway

Long Distance Communications

Virtually Anywhere
The biggest appeal of D-STAR is long distance communications over the Internet gateway through repeaters.
Even with a handheld transceiver, you can communicate with a friend in another city or country with a clear audio.
You can uplink to your local repeater and downlink from a remote repeater, even from the opposite side of the earth.

What is D-STAR? Routing and Linking

The term D-STAR is Digital Smart Technology for Amateur Radio. One of the great features of D-STAR is the user’s ability to talk
It is an open protocol for digital communications established by anywhere they want via call sign commands. With the basic call
JARL (Japan Amateur Radio League). sign routing, you can route your communications to a specific
user or repeater. You are not required to know what repeater the
Digital modulation equals Clear Audio person you want to communicate with is located.
For those repeaters running the dplus software, you have the
As the digital voice incorporates error correction and DSP technol- capability of linking to another repeater or a group of repeaters
ogy, the result is clear and crisp audio. The concept is similar to via a reflector. The reflectors are a great way to meet new
conventional FM, but D-STAR DV mode provides clear intelligible people and have communications with a group of users from all
audio without the noises associated with being on the fringes of the over the world at the same time.
communication range. In addition to the clear audio, Icom transceiv-
ers automatically sense a FM signal while operating in DV mode,
GER

and temporary changes the operating mode to the FM mode.

Reflector
REF0010C
DD Mode Operation UK

DD mode is a 128kbps data mode in a 10 W mobile package on the

Repeater
23cm band.* This is perfect when you need network connectivity, at US A
ranges your standard wireless network cannot reach. The ID-1 AUS
becomes your wireless modem via your computer’s Ethernet port.
Reflector
* The ID-1 is required for DD mode operation.

IInternet Resources and D-STAR Community

There are already many D-STAR user communities on the Internet and below are some major Internet resources.
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This site is dedicated to helping D-STAR users Your source for D-STAR information. A multi-platform integrated tool for communi-
world wide. From basic information on what cation using D-STAR radios.
• Last Heard List • Repeater List
D-STAR is to detailed technical information.
• D-STAR Growth Report D-STAR QSO PARTY
• Repeater List • Reflector List
• Application List The biggest D-STAR QSO party in the World
is held every September.
 Handheld Enhanced Functions and Great Digital Features

IPX7 Waterproof Construction Integrated GPS Receiver microSD Card Slot

VHF/VHF, UHF/UHF, VHF/UHF dualwatch Integrated GPS receiver

Independent AM/FM broadcast receiver Compact and lightweight
PC programmable with CS-51PLUS free download software
VHF/UHF DUAL BAND DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER
5W

Mobile Innovation and Mobility Taken to the Next Level

Bluetooth® application image

VS-3

Android™ device

Touch Screen Operation VS-3 Bluetooth® Headset SD Card Slot for

Voice and Data Storage
VHF/VHF, UHF/UHF, VHF/UHF dualwatch
Integrated GPS receiver
Optional wireless remote control Bluetooth® headset VS-3
(Optional UT-133 Bluetooth® Unit must be installed in the ID-5100A.)
PC programmable with CS-5100 free download software
VHF/UHF DUAL BAND DIGITAL TRANSCEIVER
50W

Base Stations Base Stations

Intuitive Touch Screen, The All-around Transceiver, IC-9100

Quick Response, Multi-band Radio 28/50/144/430/440MHz band DV mode (UT-121 required)
HF, 50/144/430/440MHz multi-band 1200MHz band DV mode (UT-121 and UX-9100 required)
Intuitive touch screen interface Three independent receivers, one each for
Controls at your fingertips with an angled display HF/50MHz, 144MHz and 430/440MHz bands

100 W
(HF/50MHz)
50 W
(144MHz)
35W
(430/440MHz)

HF/VHF/UHF TRANSCEIVER
VER HF/VHF/UHF TRANSCEIVER
100 W 75W 10W
(1200MHz with
(HF/VHF) (430/440MHz)
UX-9100)
D-STAR Worldwide Repeater Network

Europe
More than
North America 720
More than Sites
Japan
720 More than
Sites
Asia
195
More than
Sites
10
Sites

Central and
South America Middle East/
More than Africa
Oceania
40 More than

10 More than
Sites
Sites 30
Sites

* Some repeaters may not be connected to an IP network.

D-STAR Repeaters

Photo shows
ID-RP2V.

RS-RP2C
Repeater controller 1200MHz DV mode 144MHz DV mode 430/440MHz DV mode 1200MHz DD mode RF module Internet gateway software
RF module RF module RF module
One unit is required for each repeater The ID-RP2D is the DD mode RF module The Internet gateway connects the
station and connects up to 4 RF These are DV mode RF modules for the respective bands. for 1.2GHz. It provides 128kbps high D-STAR repeater station to the
modules. Transfers the received With a combination of these RF modules, cross band operation speed data communication. Internet and links multiple D-STAR
signal to the specified RF module or with 144/430 (440)/1200MHz bands is available. repeater stations via the Internet.
the Internet gateway server.

Repeater Compatibility Chart with Icom Digital Transceiver

ID-51A PLUS ID-5100A IC-7100 IC-9100+UT-121 ID-1 *1 Optional UX-9100 and UT-121 are required.
* Repeater access using radio frequency.
ID-RP2000V (144MHz DV mode) ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ —
Cross band operation between
ID-RP4000V (430/440MHz DV mode) ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ —
ID-RP2000V/RP4000V/RP2V is possible.
ID-RP2V (1200MHz DV mode) — — — ✔*1 ✔
ID-RP2D (1200MHz DD mode) — — — — ✔

D-STAR (Digital Smart Technology for Amateur Radio) is a digital radio protocol developed by JARL (Japan Amateur Radio League). Icom, Icom Inc. and Icom logo are registered trademarks of Icom
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