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The Silver Dragon Network Control Center

    PHASE ONE - Experimenting with various control platforms

    Saskatoon South East VE5DR
    STATUS PAGE - (UHF BAND) VE5DR - ICOM IC-9700 UHF REMOTE BASE STATION - TESTINGSTATUS PAGE - (VHF BAND) VE5DR - ICOM IC-9700 VHF REMOTE BASE STATION - TESTINGRigpi4 - Release Candidate - Beta Software Download SiteVE5FUN - KENWOOD TS-590SG MULTIBAND REMOTE - DEVELOPING FOR REMOTE LOCATIONYaesu DR1-X Repeater Modifications - Modifications to improve health and longevity of the repeater.

    We have experimented with a number of different systems and communication methods.  We have decided to implement our findings into an easy way for others to create their own with great success.

    Current Workbench Project Reference Material - Tait TB9100

    Click on buttons for the resource
    Tait TB9100 Programming SoftwareProgramming Cable for TAIT TB9100Customer Service Software User's ManualTait TB9100 Installation and Operation ManualTait TB9100 Features and Benefits

    The Silver Dragon Infrastructure and key components

    RIGPI4 - Latest great software for remote control of radios using Raspberry Pi SBC

    Howard Nurse and the development team have created a very special platform to automate and control radios using a webpage interface.

    Check out Rigpi4

    SNV-12 Signal-and-Noise Voter

    The voter will select the best quality signal from all unsquelched remote receivers and forward this signal to the repeater for rebroadcast to the various RF, Internet and High Speed wireless systems thus providing greater talk back range for the radios.

    Check out SNV-12

    ARCOM RC-210 Repeater Controller

    "The RC210 is a state-of-the-art, fully featured 3 Port repeater controller with features generally found on controllers costing hundreds more. With everything from an on-board DVR (digital voice recorder) to 3, totally independent Radio Ports, the RC210 will meet your toughest repeater challenge."

    Find out more

    ARCOM EX1 Port Expander

    The Arcom EX1 Port Expander allows you to connect up to 3 additional full-duplex/half-duplex/simplex radios to the RC210 while using only 1 Port on the RC210 itself. Each additional Port is enabled/disabled by the Logic Outputs (UF) of the RC210 and may be used individually or simultaneously.

    Find out more

    TAIT TB9100 100 Watt UHF Repeater

    The modular design combined with

    intuitive programming software make

    the Tait P25 TB9100 base station an ideal

    solution for conventional, trunked and

    simulcast.

    Find out more

    CR-5 CAT Router

    Radio RS-232 to USB interface
    * 3 additional RS-232 ports to route data to your amplifier, tuner and other accessories
    Forwards RTS and DTR from all ports to radio
    * Compatible with Kenwood, Elecraft and Yaesu FT-2000 and later radios.

    Find out more

    32 GB MINI PC

    Find out more

    ALLSCAN

    AllScan products are intended primarily for use withAllStarLink but also support EchoLink and other PTT communications, remote rig control, and digital mode apps. AllScan products comprise the following general categories:

    • USB Radio Interfaces (URIs)
    • USB Communications Interfaces (UCIs) - these interface to a mic and speaker
    • Radio Modules - these consist of a URI with integrated radio(s), and are fully assembled and tested, ready to plug into a MiniPC or RPi you provide
    • Fully configured and tested Nodes, using HT(s), a mobile radio, or a radio-less interface. They include a MiniPC or RPi running Debian Linux and ASL3
    • Accessories including Microphones, Speakers, MiniPCs, RPi's, Cables, Adapters, etc.

    NOTE: Full-Duplex AllStar nodes provide major advantages over half-duplex nodes. Before purchasing any half-duplex node I highly recommend reviewing the following: Full-Duplex Communication Benefits

    Find out more

    ClearRPT

    Continuing our theme of making Voice Over IP solutions for Ham Radio user-friendly and accessible to a greater audience, we have built the ClearRPT device. ClearRPT does NOT have an embedded RF transceiver but provides electrical connections for audio in and out, PTT, SQ and numerous Raspberry Pi GPIO pins. ClearRPT also includes a microphone conditioning circuit and a 2.5W Class D audio amplifier for an external speaker or headset.

    Find out more

    12U Network Rack Open Frame

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    SAT Self - Contained Antenna Antenna Tracker

    A self contained antenna rotator and radio controller. Natively controls Icom radios, Yaesu rotators and can interface with PSTRotator.

    The S.A.T. works with any modern web browser on any device. No software, no apps and no com ports.

    Find out more

    Station Master Controller

    Station Master™ is unique controller on the market designed mainly for small or moderate, multiple antenna, single rotator stations. Provides radio control, antenna switch control, band pass filters switching, selective motor driven antenna tuning, computer controlled rotator interface, interface for automatic power amplifiers, sequencer for receiving antennas and many additional features

    Find out more

    The SILVER DRAGON NETWORK

    Our Story

    Our Approach

    Our Mission

    What if you were challenged to create one of the most flexible, versatile and powerful communication systems developed in the amateur radio circles?


    How would you go about doing this?


    We decided to investigate the best of the best and create a cool system of systems.


    Since technology advances so quickly, being open to innovation and advancement’s by others will add to the success of the projects.



    Our Mission

    Our Approach

    Our Mission

    In 2020 I took early retirement to look after my lovely partner in life, Helen.  She has Multiple Sclerosis and needs 24/7 care due to her decline in health.


    Being a full time caregiver is filled with day and night challenges that tests your resolve.  


    Napoleon Hill said “ For every adversity there is a seed of equal or greater benefit if you maintain a positive mental attitude.”

    Our Approach

    Our Approach

    Our Approach

    I believe if I channel the energy of adversity to create something that benefits others with passion and no limits, it can help propel me through the tough times.


    If we created and adapted the works of others to collapse time frames, we can share “recipes” that can help others create their own Silver Dragon.

    Remote Base Solutions

    There are many different solutions available, here are a few
    Remote.radioFlex RadioRIGPI4 Help fileMorconi CW KeyerWIN4ICOMWFVIEWHAMRADIO DELUXESWISSLOGN1MM LOGGINGRemote RigSDR CONTROL - I use this for IC-9700

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