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Welcome to DMR For Dummies! Don’t feel bad. Our name is NOT intended to be derogatory in anyway, but it’s a reality for all of us when we first pick up a DMR radio. The transition from an analog state-of-mind for all hams is kind of a stretch. It sure was for us. So we decided to do something about it. At D4D, you’ll find many tips and tricks to help you get started.

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DMR Radio ID

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DMR Talkgroups

Everything you wanted to know about talkgroups and how to use them.

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DMR Radios

We provide you lots of great information on the DMR portables and mobiles being used for ham radio.

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DMR Repeaters

We cover the details of the most common manufacturers who produce DMR repeaters.

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Brandmeister Network

The defacto DMR network for PTT talkgroup activation. Learn all the ins and outs of how Brandmeister works.

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DMR-MARC Network

Learn about the c-Bridge Network, DMR-MARC, DMR Plus and the repeaters that are using it.

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Where is Everyone?!

Oct 1, 2020 | Video | 1 Comment

One of the most common questions that we see is, "Hey... I setup my hotspot/new radio and I have confirmed my CPS setup, but I don't hear anyone on X talkgroup. What gives?" You aren't alone! DMR is certainly such a HUGE environment that sometimes, just like HF, you...

Why Doesn’t My Call Sign and Name Show Up On Other User’s Displays?

Jul 9, 2020 | Article | 0 Comments

This is a good question, and a common one. If your DMR data is indeed in the online DMR database, ALL USERS of the database must load that information into their peronal RADIOS. It is actually the radio itself that converts the ID into call sign and name information...

Anytone AT-D578UVIII PRO Product Review

Nov 7, 2019 | Article, Review | 0 Comments

It finally arrived! After a year of waiting for production to begin, bugs in beta testing to be worked through... I finally have a Anytone AT-D578UV PRO in daily use. Simply put, it's AWESOME! I know. You are probably thinking that I'm just overwhelmed with actually...

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