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British Columbia Frequency Modulation Communications Association
VE7RPT 146.940 MHz (-600 kHz) (PL 136.5Hz*)
"RPT-2m" is BCFMCA's primary repeater. It is normally linked to VE7RPT-UHF, via the BCFMCA AllStarLink Hub, providing cross-band functionality.
With a ERP of about 400W at full power, this machine can really belt out a good signal. Coverage extends from the east side of Vancouver Island to Hope, and as far south as various parts of northwest Washington (depending on mountains). We've been told you can hit the repeater from the top of the Space Needle in Seattle, WA with a HT on a good day!
Because of its wide footprint, this machine is generally used as a calling repeater, as well as for short QSO's. In the event of an emergency, this is one of the primary co-ordination frequencies used in the Lower Mainland.
RPT-2m proudly runs an all Motorola RF deck. In 2025, it was changed out to use a Motorola Quantar. The power amplifier is rated for 125W continuous duty.
This repeater uses a GPS disciplined oscillator to provide a high stability and highly accurate frequency reference to the Quantar. This means the Quantar transmits a VERY accurate 145.940MHz frequency (sub-PPM accuracy).
*The repeater is normally configured for carrier access (no tone required). However, it does transmit a PL tone of 136.5Hz on its output. This allows users to set their radios for PL decode to reduce intermod problems (in their radio).
This repeater is powered by an emergency power system to provide high availabily.
This repeater is controlled using a Raspberry Pi, running AllStarLink ASL3 and is configured as Node 435451. It is normally connected to the BCFMCA AllStarLink Hub, Node 435450.
This repeater uses a multi-receiver voting system, utilizing AllStarLink VOTER technology. Receiver voting allows strategically placed receivers to listen for users, and send their received signal back to the "voter", which in turn selects the strongest signal to be broadcast on the transmitter. We currently have additional receivers located at UBC and in Maple Ridge. You can monitor the voting system in real time on the VHF VOTER status page.
| Description | Manufacturer | Model |
| Transmitter | Motorola | QUANTAR |
| Receiver | Motorola | QUANTAR |
| Power Amplifier | Motorola | QUANTAR |
| Controller | AllStarLink | ASL3 |
| Duplexer | Sinclair Labs. | Q2330E |
| Ferrite Isolator | Sinclair Labs. | I2112A |
| Feedline | Andrew "Heliax" | LDF5-50A |
| Antenna | Sinclair Labs. | SRL-210C4 |
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| VE7RPT Quantar | VE7RPT VOTER | VE7RPT GPSDO |