D-STAR in Connecticut

For some time now, I’ve been interested in a new arena of amateur radio, called D-STAR. This is a new, digital form of radio, which I would assume the intent of was to come up with an amateur version of APCO 25.

So, I’m wondering — are there any amateur operators in CT that would like to give D-STAR a try? I’ve got a decent station, and could do simplex before a repeater is put up.

Speaking of such things, I’d be willing to be part of a group that buys a bunch of radios to get the free repeater. I would not have a good location for the repeater, but would be willing to help out to get it on the air, and experiment with it.

Send an e-mail to bob at kd1zd.us and let me know your thoughts, or post a comment here.