In theory, SMSGTE should work with all APRS endpoints, however slight differences in the interpretation and implementation of APRS on some platforms has demonstrated that compatibility is not automatically universal. The following is a list of software and devices that have been tested by the developer and are known to work. Additional testing will be performed, subject to equipment availability.
APRS Radios and Trackers
| Argent Data Systems | ||
|---|---|---|
| OpenTracker 3 Certified |
OpenTracker currently uses the same sequence number at every power up. If the OT is rebooted, messages with the same sequence numbers within a 24 hour period will be treated as duplicates. | |
| Kenwood | ||
| TH-D72A Partial |
Several users have reported success using this model, but it has not been fully tested. | |
| TH-D74A Certified |
All messaging and command functions tested and issues have been identified. Requires firmware version 1.10 or higher | |
| TM-D700A Partial |
Several users have reported success using this model, but it has not been fully tested. | |
| TM-D710A Certified |
All messaging and command functions tested and fuction normally. | |
| Yaesu | ||
| Yaesu only supports SSID from 0-15 on destination callsigns. This limits the use of SSID as aliases with Yaesu transceivers. | ||
| FT-1D Partial |
Several users have reported success using this model, but it has not been fully tested. | |
| FT-2D Certified |
All messaging and command functions tested and fuction normally. | |
| FTM-400DR Untested |
Some users have reported success using this model, but it has not been fully tested. | |
| VX-8DR Untested |
Some users have reported success using this model, but it has not been fully tested. | VX-8G User tested |
Users have reported success using this model. |
APRS Software
| AGWTracker Certified |
All messaging and command functions tested and function normally. |
| aprs.fi for IOS Incompatible |
This software does not include sequence numbers with messages, therefore the gateway treats subsequent messages as duplicates. |
| APRSdroid Certified |
All messaging and command functions tested and function normally. |
| APRSISCE/32 Certified |
All messaging and command functions tested and function normally. |
| UI-View 32 Partial |
Some uses have reported success using this software, but it has not been fully tested. |
Thanks for a great resource.
I have successfully use my Yaesu VX8G to:
Send from APRS to SMS via SMSGTE, I receive an acknowledgement when I send.
Receive from SMS to APRS, message LED illuminates on the VX8.
Shortcuts work reliably.
73 and have a great 2020
Paul M5AAD
I’m not sure when the above info on the TH-D72A was posted but I am using a D72A and it is working very well. I also use a Mobilnkd TNC with a older Icom IC-2720A with APRSDriod which is likewise working very well.
73’s de KF3BH
Thank you for the feedback. Are you using APRSdroid with the Mobilinkd, or some other software? APRSdroid has been fully tested.
APRSdroid working well for me. How do I set up aliasing for EMAIL-2 ?
Email-2 is a completely separate service from SMSGTE, therefore we can’t really help you with that.
Has anyone tested Tinytrak4 with display?
I’ve had great luck using SMSGTE using APRSIS32 through my Dstar 880 w/ a Signalink as an interface. Sent many messages using alias’. I’ve also had great luck sending msgs through my Yaesu FTM-400D…both via APRS Digipeaters.
I have tested all of the commands using the YAAC APRS software, soundmodem TNC software and a signalink and it works well. Currently setting up an VX-8DR for testing and will let you know.
Able to send and receive messages on the VX8DR. Aliases work, shortcuts work, queries work. If there are any functions you want me to test, let me know.
I have had total success using an old Kenwood TH-D7. It works flawlessly with the SMSGTE system.
Have been successful with an yaesu ftm-300dr. Made multiple tx and rx with friends and family who have different cell carriers and who are in different regions in the US.
I’ve tried every function I can on the FTM-400XDR and it works perfectly.
I also had success using the Yaesu FTM-300DR.