This article was adapted from the excellent work of Ed Woodrick.

Q: What does D-STAR stand for?

A: Digital Smart Technology for Amateur Radio

Q: What is D-STAR?

A: D-STAR is a set of protocols developed by the Japanese Radio League for the transmission of voice and data using digital modulation

Q: What is DV?

A: DV stands for Digital Voice. In Digital Voice mode, D-STAR supports voice as well as slow speed data transmissions.

Q: What is DD

A: DD stands for Digital Data. At this time, only the Icom ID-1 supports the DD mode. DD provides an Ethernet connection between devices at 128 Kbps.

Q: Where can I find further information about D-STAR?

A: The links on our front page and this D-STAR Wikipedia entry are good places to star.