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Using DroidStar and EchoLink from the US with a foreign callsign
Hello everyone,
I have a general question about using internet only amateur radio applications while visiting the United States.
If a licensed amateur from another country uses only apps such as DroidStar and EchoLink over cellular data or local Wi-Fi, without transmitting on amateur radio frequencies, is that generally considered acceptable while in the US?
If so:
- Is it acceptable to connect to US EchoLink nodes or DMR networks while identifying with a foreign callsign?
- Is it also acceptable to connect back to repeaters or EchoLink nodes in the operator’s home country while physically located in the US?
- Are there any legal or practical considerations that I should be aware of?
Thanks in advance.
I’d appreciate any clarification. Thanks!
u/Tris_Memba — 17 hours ago