About this item:
- DMR Tier 1 & 2 Compatible, MOTOTRBO Compatible, BTECH is proud to be in the USA, which allows you to have the best available local support for any issue that may arise. BTECH only engineers and develops radio products. That brand focus allows you to have the best available radios and accessories with the most features, with real USA warranty and support.
- The DMR-6X2 Allows for Front Panel Programmable Channels, but for advanced features software programming is recommended (Programming Cable Included), Requires Windows PC (free software available from baofengtech), Programmable Side Keys, and Upgradeable Firmware
- Exclusive BTECH Firmware (Designed in the USA), Dual Slot DMR Radio (Tier 1 and Tier 2 Compliant); 4000 Channels, 10,000 Talk Groups, 200,000 Contacts, Large TFT Color Display, High / Med-High / Med-Low / Low Power Settings: (7W VHF/6W UHF, 5W, 2.5W, 1W)
- K1 Accessory Jack (QHM-22 Speaker Mic Compatible), SMA-Female Antenna (Compatible with Nagoya SMA-Female Antennas)
Product description
BTECH DMR-6X2 DMR Radio
We are proud to be here in the USA
The DMR-6X2 went through extensive development, for over 2 years, before its public debut. It was not worth rushing a radio if it couldn't be our best.
Even now development hasn't stopped; the DMR-6X2 is firmware upgradeable - and we would love to take your feedback to include into future firmware updates.
BTECH DMR-6X2 Digital (DMR) & Analog Two-Way Radio (with GPS and Recording)
Dual Band VHF (136-174MHz) & UHF (400-480MHz)
The BTECH DMR-6X2 is the most versatile dual-band DMR radio available. Designed for both amateur and commercial usage with its large, bright 1.77" color TFT display. The DMR-6X2 can store 4,000 Channels with 10,000 Talk Groups and 200,000 Contacts.
The frequency range is 136-174MHz and 400-480 MHz. The DMR-6X2 has a maximum output of 7W on VHF, and 6W on UHF. The DMR-6X2 includes a built in GPS and audio recorder.
The DMR-6X2 is a true dual slot DMR radio compatible with DMR Tier I & 2.
SMA-Female Antenna (Backward Compatible with BTECH and Nagoya SMA-Female Antennas)
Kenwood K1 Accessory Jack (Backward Compatible with previous BTECH Accessories such as the QHM?22 Speaker Mic)
Includes Programming Cable - Windows PC Required
Firmware Upgradeable
Assign a Channel as: Digital, Analog, Split (A/D), or even Auto-Detect a channel as Analog/Digital
Promiscuous Monitoring: Monitor all available DMR traffic on the current channel with 'Digital Monitor'; allows you to hear all DMR traffic regardless of Color Code, Timeslot, or Group/Private Call
Constant Firmware Updates - V2.XX Introduces Several New Features
The DMR-6X2 has introduced several new features through its lifecycle. Our latest release is Firmware 2.03 Released on 07/07/2020. Full release notes and free downloads of firmware updates at BaoFengTech
2.03 Highlights: AES256 Encryption Support (compatible with other brands commercial DMR radios)
2.02 Highlights: Ability to use, copy, and open code plugs from Anytone branded radios. Official APRS TOCALL Added.
Firmware 2.01 introduces: Analog APRS support, DMR Talker Alias Support, DMR Roaming Support, Customizable User Background Images, Customizable Font Colors, Several New Side Key Features and More!
BTECH is committed to serving customers and releasing products with a long lifecycle. We strive to provide fewer product releases - to focus on providing long lasting products, supported and designed in the USA.
We work through the process from start to finish to deliver our best and we hope our labor of love is reflected in what you purchase!
Other Highlighted Features
Selectable Daytime or Nighttime Display
Exclusively on the DMR-6X2: Easily adjust and customize the DMR-6X2 to display between a 'vibrant blue' or 'contrasting black' themed modes.
The black display mode is easier on the eyes during nighttime operation.
The onscreen menu makes toggling between the two a breeze!
True Adhoc (on-the-fly) Group/Private Calling
The DMR-6X2 has the ability to store 4000 channels and 10,000 talk-groups; but you still may want to call a new talk-group (without saving it to memory) or maybe traveling and using a new repeater; this is when adhoc becomes very useful.
Simply holding '0' on the keypad will allow you to dial a new group (or private call). The DMR-6X2 will display the Adhoc contact and type right on the main display until you change the channel.
Analog and DMR APRS Supported
The DMR-6X2 with the ability of the built-in GPS; can send both Analog and Digital APRS Packets.
Analog APRS is editable right on the radio menu without having to use programming software.
With Digital APRS; your current location will be sent as an APRS beacon*. This feature is set up through the free programming software and detailed in the software download.
Beyond Your Average Dual Band Radio
DMR Digital Store & Forward Repeater
The DMR-6X2 has a built in recording chip which is utilized in the Store and Forward Repeater Mode (Not compatible in Analog mode)
Once toggled the DMR-6X2 will store and forward conversations on the same band or even as a cross band repeater. It records the incoming audio and once the signal drops - it will forward the audio to the assigned frequency (and vice versa). The DMR-6X2 will even allow you to store and forward on the same frequency.
The Store and Forward repeater can be assigned as a side key function from programming software. It is compatible with: VHF/VHF, UHF/UHF, VHF/UHF, and UHF/VHF.
Adjustable Scanning Features
The DMR-6X2 allows you to be in full control of your channel scanning lists. With up to 250 channels in a zone (and up to 4,000 channels in the radio); the ability to adjust your scanning bank (by adding or grouping scanning channels (and banks) together) allows you to have the perfect adjustment to the size of your channel list. This allows you to customize the scanning preferences to fit your needs.
You can scan a single channel list, and monitor a high priority channel (the DMR-6X2 will check back on the priority channel in between the normal scanning channels); or if you want to monitor the most traffic - you can combine scan lists together and scan through multiple linked lists together.
Get the most from your Radio using our Free Software
There are so many ways to customize your DMR-6X2 with our free programming software!
Amateur users can easily create, import, and customize premade DMR channel and contact templates available online and sometimes available in your local amatuer club. You can also generate your own .csv list to easily import your favorite channels right into the software.
The DMR-6X2 software can open and use AT-D868UV and AT-D878UV codeplugs.
Additional Highlights
We tried to think of the simplest way to use the DMR-6X2; even down to how text messaging works. Instead of going through a menu to reply when you get a text message; you can simply hit reply to the received text message.
As a radio designed and focused for USA businesses and consumers; the DMR-6X2 uses imperial (versus metric) measurements while using the GPS display modes.
Using your favorite talk groups in DMR is now easier. By manually dialing a talk group, the DMR-6X2 will hold the talk group indefinitely until you change the channel. You can also set your maximum talk group hold time to 'infinity' while communicating with your favorite group or user (avoiding 'timing out').
In Analog mode the DMR-6X2 allows for CTCSS (PL/Privacy Tones), DCS, 2-Tone, DTMF, and 5-Tone. You can use multiple 5Tone, 2Tone, and DTMF receive and transmit groups for different channels (allowing commercial users to use several tone profiles from one radio).
DMR-6X2 Technical Details, Specifics, and Additional Details
DMR-6X2 Technical Details
Memory Channels: 4,000 channels, Digital Contacts: 200,000, DMR Talk Groups: 10,000
Power Output: VHF: 7/5/2.5/1W, UHF: 6/5/2.5/1W
Zones: 250 (Allows 250 Channels Per Zone)
Adjustable Power Modes: 6/7W, 4W, 2.5W, 1W
Modulation: ?5.0KHz at 25KHz, ?2.5KHz at 12.5KHz
4FSK Digital Modulation: 12.5KHz?data?7K60FXD 12.5KHz?data+voice?7K60FXE
Sensitivity(12dB SINAD): ?0.25?V (wideband) ?0.35?V (narrowband)
Digital Sensitivity: 0.3uV/-117.4dBm (BER 5%), 0.7uV/-110dBm (BER 1%)
DMR-6X2 Additional Information
The DMR-6X2 uses a loud 1 watt speaker; with adjustable volume options (customizeable in software) to set your preferences to accommodate both indoor and outdoor users.
The DMR-6X2 is firmware upgradeable with the free software and firmware update tools from BTECH.
DMR-6X2 Battery Life, Weights, and Dimensions
The DMR-6X2 can last for up to 35 hours on a single charge using the 3100mAh battery, and up to 18.5 hours on a single charge using the included 2100mAh battery (2100mAh Battery Not Included in Single Battery Kit)
The DMR-6X2 is: 5" tall (10.5" with included antenna), 2" wide, and 1.5" deep (2" with belt clip).
The DMR-6X2 weighs 11.3 oz with the large battery and 10.4 oz with the small battery.