Overview — REF016 is a D‑STAR DPlus reflector commonly used by amateur radio operators in Western Canada (British Columbia and Alberta). It hosts multiple modules for regional nets, general QSOs, and hotspot linking.
| Module | Typical Use |
|---|---|
| REF016A | Ottawa link and occasional regional connections |
| REF016B | Alberta nets and Alberta regional activity |
| REF016C | General amateur use and casual QSOs |
| REF016D or REF038A | Can Net every Friday night at 6:00 PM PDT / 01:00 UTC |
| REF016E | Additional hotspot/module traffic (varies) |
Reflector type — DPlus (REF class).
Typical connection — Link from Pi‑Star, Icom radios, or other D‑STAR gateways using the REF016 hostname or IP and the standard D‑STAR port.
Common settings — Use your hotspot's D‑STAR reflector list to select REF016 and the desired module (A, B, C, D, E). If your software asks for a port, use the default D‑STAR port configured by your hotspot (most setups do not require manual port changes).
Activity — REF016 sees a mix of scheduled nets and casual ragchews. Module B is often used for Alberta nets; Module C for general QSOs; Module D hosts the Can Net on Friday evenings.
Net etiquette — When joining a scheduled net (for example the Can Net on REF016D), listen first, identify per your local regulations, and follow the net control operator's instructions. Keep transmissions concise and avoid tying up the reflector between check‑ins.
Tip — If you plan to join the Can Net, link to REF038A or REF016D about 5 minutes before 6:00 PM PDT to ensure you are present when the net starts.