Repeaters
FVARESS operates two repeater sites that can be connected via UHF link. Both sites use RC-210 repeater controllers.
VE7RVA — Sumas Mountain (823m)
Wide-area repeater covering the Fraser Valley and northwestern Washington State. Off-grid power: solar panels and diesel generator.
| Band | Frequency | Offset | Tone / CC | Mode | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2m VHF | 146.610 MHz | -0.600 | 110.9 Hz | FM | Primary repeater, IRLP Node 1461 |
| 70cm UHF | 442.025 MHz | +5.000 | 110.9 Hz / CC 7 Slot 1 | FM & DMR | Repeats analog FM or DMR depending on input |
| 1.25m | 224.260 MHz | -1.600 | 110.9 Hz | FM | Secondary IRLP link available |
| 2m VHF | 145.030 MHz | — | — | Packet/Winlink | Packet repeater for Winlink email |
VE7RVB — Thacker Mountain, Hope (230m)
Covers the Hope area and highway corridors: Hwy 1 west to Hunter Creek, north to Yale, Hwy 3 east to Hope Slide, and Hwy 5 to Othello Road. Approximately 50km coverage. Grid-connected with battery backup.
| Band | Frequency | Offset | Tone | Mode | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2m VHF | 147.080 MHz | +0.600 | 110.9 Hz | FM | Primary repeater |
IRLP — Node 1461 Currently Offline
The VE7RVA IRLP node operates on the 2m repeater (146.610 MHz). The 1.25m repeater (224.26 MHz) may be used under special circumstances.