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Simplex

In typical simplex voice operation, stations take turns transmitting and receiving on the same frequency. Only one station can speak intelligibly at a time.

Also found under: Simplex · Direktverkehr · Direct Mode

A concrete example

A simplex hotspot uses the same transmit and receive frequency for its local radio access.

What to keep in mind

Here simplex describes the radio access; an internet connection may still exist behind it.

Further reference

Original explanation based on the technical documentation. Reviewed on 15 October 2026.

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