Frequently Asked Questions
Since launch there has been numerous frequently asked questions, here we try and cover those questions. If the answer you are looking for is not here, then please take a look in the Forum.
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Q. What operating systems support Dstar Comms?
A. Currently, the latest windows versions Windows XP and Windows Vista are supported. There are however, users using DStar Comms on Windows 2000.
Q. I have setup a HOST for the Network node but nobody can connect to me?
A. If your pc running Dstar Comms is connected to a gateway/firewall then you will need to port forward the chosen port to your pc. This is to allow the incoming connection request to be forwarded to your pc.
There are too many available routers for us to cover the exact configuration for your router but you can get more information on port forwarding here: http://portforward.com/help/portforwarding.htm
Q. Do you have any screenshots of the program?
A. Yes, click here
Q. Which Dstar Radios are compatible with DStar Comms?
A. I believe that all Icom Dstar compatible radios have been tested by its users.
Q. I have checked and there is a newer version but when I try and download I get an error?
A. If you are on version 1.1.0 then please check that the installation folder (eg c:\program files\dstar comms) contains an empty folder called "install' (without the quotes)
Q. Can Dstar Comms run on Windows Vista?
A. Yes, download this file: www.dstarcomms.com/files/msvbvm50.zip
Then, unzip it and copy it to your C:\windows\system32 folder before installing the main application.
Q. When installing I get an error installing certain files. The error reports unable to access/overwrite file as its being used.
A. If this is the case then select ignore and continue the installation. A newer intelligent installer will be used in the future.
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