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A DMR codeplug is a complete configuration file for a radio, containing all of the contacts, channels, zones, and other settings required to access DMR talk groups. Codeplug file formats vary by manufacturer and occasionally by model. As different radios have various channel selection mechanisms and bank capacities, different RF band support, and other variations in capabilities and programming, proper code plugs are essentially unique to each model of radio. Many users prefer to start from a pre-built codeplug since it can sometimes eliminate many hours of tedious programming which may not be fully understood.
DMRVA no longer furnishes pre-built codeplugs for its network. In December 2023, RATS stepped up to fill the gap by offering codeplugs for a handful of models which can be converted to support many other radios using a conversion utility. You will find those codeplugs on this page.
These codeplugs are the result of a volunteer effort by a few RATS members. All inquiries regarding these codeplugs should be directed to codeplug-request@rats.net.
Looking for P25 or analog (Chirp) programming files? Check out the free codeplug repository at the Hanover Virginia Amateur Radio Club
Every ham ought to know how to program their own equipment... But you needn't spend a weekend or two entering a handful of repeaters into your brand new DMR radio! The RATS DMR Codeplug Project is here to help with both user education and easy equipment setup. We want to make it easy to get on the statewide DMRVA network quickly -- so you can start having fun. We also want to help you understand how DMR technology works, how to make edits and additions to the data you get from this website, and -- when you're ready -- how to build your own codeplugs from scratch.
If you run into roadblocks or if you have any kind of technical questions about codeplug programming or the use of the RATS DMR repeater please contact us anytime. We would be delighted to help!
DMRVA Talkgroup Matrix & Codeplug Versions
DMRVA Talkgroup Matrix & Codeplug Versions
Current DMRVA Talkgroup Matrix: v2.6 (July 2025)
Current RATS DMRVA Codeplugs: LTD Series: v2.4 (February 2025) | Full: v2.6 (July 2025)
For more information, see Codeplug Versions.
Helpful tip: When making a general call on any DMR network, be sure to say which talkgroup you're using so others know where to respond. Many DMR users monitor multiple talkgroups simultaneously with receive groups or scan lists, and if they're not looking at the radio when you call out they probably won't know which one your call was on. "AB1CDE listening on Richmond Metro" is more likely to get a response than just "AB1CDE monitoring."
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