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--- repeaterbook:faq [2023/01/09 21:53] – [Old Android Tablet version 4.4.2 running the latest version gives me location unknown error] nicolas
+++ repeaterbook:faq [2026/01/02 00:46] (current) – [How can I enter a location manually] nicolas
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-===== RepeaterBook App FAQ - 6th January 2023 =====
+===== RepeaterBook App FAQ - 26th Jan 2025 =====
 ===== Location =====
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 ====How can I enter a location manually====
+From the Main screen, select the top right search icon
 Try searching using a town name or grid/locator. This will centre the results on the location entered.
+The location search works from a built-in database, enabling it to work without an internet connection. Due to space requirements stored locations are limited to towns with a population greater than 5K.
 ====GPS location not being found====
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 Remove the RepeaterBook app, completely power off the phone, then restart it. Install the app from the store.
-====Old Android Tablet Android version 4.4.2 gives an location unknown error====
+====Android Tablet gives a location unknown error====
+Android 6 is the current minimum version. Due to google support issues.
-.3 is the current minimum version. Although due to google support issues, this will soon need to increase to 5.1 I do try to keep the older versions supported for as long as possible. Some of the older tablets don't have GPS, or it is very slow, WIFI may eventually get some kind of fix.Another option is to use the search to search for a large nearby town.
+Some older tablets don't have GPS, or it is very slow, WIFI may eventually get some kind of fix. Another option is to use the search and search for a large nearby town, which can be used as your location.
 ===== Repeater List =====
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 In the app you can use the edit option on the repeater detail page to update it or the add menu option from the main menu. It will then be included in the next app release and help hams worldwide.
 ====Can the repeater database be updated on demand, instead of waiting for the next app update?====
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 The RepeaterBook app has well over a 100 thousand active installs. To support on demand updates would require considerable development and costly infrastructure. As a community volunteer project we do not have the resources to develop, maintain and fund this. Using the Google and Apple app update infrastructure provides a cost effective, scalable and rapid way of distributing the data and app - as most updates include app updates too. We now aim to do this about every 14 days.
 The very latest information can always be found on the RepeaterBook.com web site, but don't worry it will always be in the app very soon after!
 ====A recently added repeater shows on the web site, but is missing from the app.====
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 You must be registered and logged into www.RepeaterBook.com to access the Export menus.
 ==== Is there a way to print out the search results or to export a text file that you could email yourself and print.====
 There are currently no export options from the app, they may be added in the future. RepeaterBook.com provides a more printer friendly output and export options that may help.
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 ====How can I clear the Search History.====
-The last 20 search terms are stored, the oldest are overwritten as new ones are added. There is currently no way to clear the list.
+The last 20 search terms are stored, the oldest are overwritten as new ones are added. There is currently no way to clear the list. App reinstall will restore the example search term list.
 ====Searching on my town name gives different results to auto location for my town.====
 A town name "Sterling" - auto location in the town and the location stored in the geo database of the town are likely to differ. For example Auto location - FM18HX. Geo database location FM19GA. Likely to return different results.
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+===== General =====
+====App fails to start.====
+First thing. Completely remove the app then reinstall it from the app store. Then what happens when you start the app?, blank screen, nothing, flash and crash? Please advise us and we will investigate
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 ===== BlueCAT =====
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 BlueCAT presents a standard Bluetooth 2 SPP interface. Although we can not warrant it with third party software over which we have no control, many people have successfully used it with different Android, PC, Linux and Mac (desktop only) apps.
+====Windows error in PC "Device manager" "The drivers for this device are not installed. (Code 28)====
+Your PC will need Bluetooth 2 hardware, either built in or a USB "dongle" and the correct PC driver for the Bluetooth hardware installed. Then you will be able to search for and connect to your BlueCAT module.
+BlueCAT presents a standard Bluetooth 2 SPP interface, and does not require a PC driver itself.
 ====Does BlueCAT work with Apple iPhone?====
-BlueCAT does not currently work with Apple iPhone/iPad devices due to restrictions by Apple. We hope to have a new version for Apple devices in the near future.
+BlueCAT does not currently work with Apple iPhone/iPad devices due to restrictions by Apple.
 ==== BlueCAT Baud rates? ====
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 We would like to add programming Chinese radios to the Repeater book app, unfortunately most do not have a documented programming interface. There are also many different firmware/versions to deal with.
 ====Any plans to add other radios to the RepeaterBook compatibility list?====
 Support for these radios is in beta, contact us for the latest news.
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 Any thoughts or questions on RepeaterBook? Please consider rating and reviewing RepeaterBook on the app store.
-© ZBM2 Software 2023
+© ZBM2 Software 2025