Winlink is a worldwide radio messaging system that uses amateur band frequencies to provide interconnection services that include email with attachments, emergency and relief communications, and message relay. The entire system is built and administered by volunteers.
Merrimack Valley Amateur Radio Association, Inc. supports a Hybrid Gateway system which utilizes HF and VHF frequencies. The system is also fully functional when the internet is not available.
For the HF side of the Winlink gateway, N1MVA is in Bedford, NH.
N1MVA-10 is the VHF side of the Winlink gateway located in Bedford, NH. The gateway operates on 145.710 MHz.
N1MVA-9 is scheduled to become a Digipeater and will be located on Mt. Uncanoonuc. Check back for updates. It will allow stations to connect with other stations on 145.710 MHz using VARA FM.
N1MVA-14 is both a VHF Winlink gateway and Digipeater located in Manchester, NH. It can be used to connect to the main Winlink Central Message Servers or to relay messages between Winlink stations using 145.710 MHz.
These VHF gateways provide direct internet access via VARA FM and Packet Winlink.
The HF gateway supports ARDOP, Pactor, and VARA HF.
Check out the excellent Winlink presentation by Phil Sherrod W4PHS
To register for Winlink please visit www.winlink.org
