The above map shows the digital DMR repeaters across the south of Ireland. The cluster in the west gives coverage across large parts of Galway and the surrounding counties.
The main one in the south east is located on Mount Leinster, a 794-metre mountain on the border of counties Carlow & Wexford. The repeater near Clashmore in West Waterford provides coverage to parts of East Cork. It is however largely screened from Cork City.
There are now plans to get a new DMR repeater up and running near Cork City before the end of 2020.
Outline...
- An elevated site near Cork City has been identified for the repeater.
- It will operate on the 70cms band.
- It will be DMR only, no other modes like FM or C4FM.
- Equipment for the project has been sourced.
- A licence has been applied for.
The repeater should have very good coverage in Cork City and surrounding areas. It is hoped that the establishment of a new DMR repeater will encourage the adoption of this new digital mode in the area.
More info as the project progresses...
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