DVSwitch Multi Network.md

Guide to Connecting the TGIF DMR Network to YSF, M17, D-STAR, and Other Digital Modes Using DVSwitch

Introduction

DVSwitch is a suite of tools that allows for cross-mode communication between various digital voice modes, including DMR, YSF, M17, and D-STAR. This guide will walk you through setting up a bridge between the TGIF DMR network and other digital modes using DVSwitch.

Prerequisites

A Raspberry Pi or Linux-based system running DVSwitch
A working installation of WPSD or Pi-Star
An account on the TGIF Network (https://tgif.network)
A valid DMR ID (from https://www.radioid.net)
A stable internet connection

Step 1: Install and Configure DVSwitch

Download DVSwitch:

 sudo apt update
 sudo apt install dvswitch

Edit Configuration Files:
- Navigate to the configuration folder:

   cd /etc/dvswitch
   ```
 - Open `MMDVM_Bridge.ini` and configure the `[DMR]` section:

```ini
   [DMR]
   Enable=1
   Address=tgif.network
   Port=62031
   Password=passw0rd
   Jitter=300
   Slot=2
   ````
 - Set your `DMR_ID` in `DMRGateway.ini`:
   ```ini
   [General]
   DMR_ID=1234567  ; Your assigned DMR ID
   ```
 - Restart DVSwitch to apply the settings:
   ```sh
   sudo systemctl restart dvswitch
   ```

## Step 2: Bridge TGIF DMR to Other Modes

### YSF Bridging

1. **Edit `YSFGateway.ini`**:

```ini
 [Network]
 Enable=1
 Startup=TGIF

Restart YSF Gateway:

 sudo systemctl restart ysfgateway

M17 Bridging

Install M17 Reflector:
```
sudo apt install m17reflector
```
Configure M17Gateway.ini:

 [M17]
 Enable=1
 Address=m17.network
 Port=17000

D-STAR Bridging

Edit DStarRepeater.ini:

 [DSTAR]
 Enable=1
 GatewayAddress=dstar.network

Restart D-STAR Gateway:

 sudo systemctl restart dstarrepeater

Step 3: Testing and Troubleshooting

Check connection status:
```
tail -f /var/log/dvswitch.log
```
Ensure ports are open:
```
sudo netstat -tulnp | grep LISTEN
```
Use a second radio to test cross-mode communication