Compatible digital radio protocols and networks*

• DMR (BrandMeister, DMRplus, XLX)
• D-STAR (DCS, REF/DPlus, XRF/DExtra, XLX)
• System Fusion/C4FM (FCS, YSFReflector)
• NXDN (NXDNReflector)
• P25 (P25Reflector)
• POCSAG (DAPNET)

Supports cross modem modes (example: talk with your C4FM radio on DMR, and with your DMR radio on System Fusion networks).

* More supported networks and features will be available with new firmware releases.

Key features

• Web-based easy and fast Quick Setup
• No additional hardware required, works out of the box without a computer
• All accessories included you need to have the openSPOT2 up and running (USB-C cable, 120V/230V USB power supply)
• Built-in Wi-Fi and radio antenna
• Designed for 24/7 continuous use even in your vehicle with extreme fast bootup and USB power supply tolerance
• User manual available online (not available yet)
• 2 year warranty with official support in email / community forum
• Web interface for configuration and monitoring
• Create your own private radio network using our open source server application

State of the art hardware and software design

• The only hotspot on the market which is customly designed as a fully dedicated device for standalone operation (no Raspberry Pi or anything like that is used or needed)
• Runs fully embedded software written in pure C, running on an embedded real time operating system. This means no Linux, no bulky Windows software, no failing SD cards – but extreme durability, reliable operation and fast bootup.
• No desktop PC software or drivers to install
• USB-C powered, very low (under 1W) power consumption, 20mW RF output

• Extreme fast bootup: under 5 seconds from powerup to connected to BrandMeister and ready to use
• Built-in Wi-Fi access point mode for quick and easy connecting to Wi-Fi networks
• Multiple Wi-Fi network support with automatic connect and reconnect
• Fully automatic over the air firmware upgrades for new features
• HTTP/WebSocket API with documentation for developers
• Bright multicolor LED with brightness control for easy real time state monitoring

Very easy to use

• Built-in voice announcements
• BrandMeister Manager and Quick Call on the web interface for DMR TG/reflector linking/unlinking
• DMR SMS chat
• DMR ID database lookup
• Controllable with calls from your radio to preconfigured IDs/callsigns
• Built-in echo service for testing

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