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Business Two-Way Radio Repeaters in the UK: A Simple Guide

by Dale Blackman

What is a Two-Way Radio Repeater? A two-way radio repeater is a device that improves the range and reliability of radio communications. It receives a signal from a radio and retransmits it at higher p...

Radio Knowledge

20 Apr 2026 Help & Support

Ofcom Business Radio Licences (UK): Costs, Types & How to Choose the Right One

by Dale Blackman

If your organisation uses two-way radios, understanding Ofcom business radio licences is essential. A licence is not just a formality — it is a legal requirement in most cases and plays a major role i...

Radio Knowledge

8 Apr 2026 Help & Support

Two-Way Radio Range Explained: Why More Watts Doesn’t Mean More Range

by Dale Blackman

Why More Radio Power Doesn’t Mean More Range (Two-Way Radio Explained) When people compare two-way radio range on walkie-talkies and similar radios, one assumption comes up again and again: Higher pow...

Feature Explanations Product Configuration

30 Mar 2026 Help & Support

Emergency Broadcast Alerts on Two-Way Radios

by Dale Blackman

Make one announcement, reach everyone: broadcast alerts across multiple radio channels In a busy school, leisure centre, warehouse or security site, people are spread out. Some are on reception, some ...

Feature Explanations Product Configuration

19 Mar 2026 Help & Support

Event Radio Hire: Complete Guide to Short-Term Team Communication

by Dale Blackman

In this guide you’ll learn: When hire beats buying How many radios you typically need What to expect from delivery, programming and support Common questions about range, batteries and licensing Events...

12 Mar 2026 Help & Support

How to charge your Opus D1X

by Dale Blackman

Background Information The battery is a critical component of your radio. A degraded battery will reduce the effectiveness and reliability of your system. The Opus D10, D12 and D14 use an intelligent ...

How To Guides Opus D10 Opus D12 Opus D14 Troubleshooting

9 Mar 2026 Help & Support

Why We Need a Donor Radio

by Dale Blackman

If you are a new customer and you order additional two-way radios to expand your existing fleet, we'll ask you to send us one of your current radios as a "donor" unit. We understand this might seem li...

How To Guides

9 Mar 2026 Help & Support

Two-Way Radio Earpiece Styles

by Dale Blackman

Choosing the right earpiece for your two-way radio can dramatically improve communication clarity and comfort during long shifts. Whether you're working in security, hospitality, construction, or reta...

Feature Explanations Product Guide

9 Mar 2026 Help & Support

Set Up Simbase SIM APN

by Dale Blackman

If you have purchased one of our Simbase Multi-Network eSIM cards for your mobile device please follow these steps to apply the correct APN settings. These steps have been written using an Inrico S380...

How To Guides Product Configuration

9 Mar 2026 Help & Support

How to Install Opus D1X CPS Software on Windows 10

by Dale Blackman

Requirements for installation This procedure assumes that you have a copy of the correct CPS (Customer Programming Software) and a Windows 10 (64 bit) PC. The software has not been tested on Windows 1...

How To Guides Opus D10 Opus D12 Opus D14 Product Configuration

9 Mar 2026 Help & Support

Find us at the Schools & Academies Show 2024

by Dale Blackman

Explore Our Two-Way Radio Solutions Come along and meet our team at the Schools and Academies Show. You can get to grips with our great range of education oriented, two-way radio communication solutio...

The Schools & Academies Show

9 Mar 2026 News

Set Up Multi-Network SIM APN

by Dale Blackman

If you have purchased one of our Multi-Network eSIM cards for your mobile device please follow these steps to apply the correct APN settings. These steps have been written using an Inrico S380 running...

How To Guides Product Configuration

9 Mar 2026 Help & Support

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