What is a repeater? How does it work?

What is a repeater? How does it work?


Wireless repeater: the perfect technology for extending your connection range


WHAT IS A RADIO REPEATER


In a world that relies heavily on fast and efficient connectivity, wireless repeaters play a pivotal role in improving wireless network performance, ensuring wider coverage, and better performance in challenging conditions. At Broadband Store, we offer an innovative technical solution that fits your needs and ensures consistent, high-quality connectivity.


What is a wireless repeater?

A wireless repeater is a device used to boost and amplify a wireless signal that may be weak or unstable in certain environments. The repeater receives weak signals from wireless devices such as walkie-talkies or Wi-Fi networks and retransmits them with greater power, allowing for wider coverage and higher connection quality.


How does a signal repeater work?

  • Signal reception: The repeater picks up the wireless signal from the original source, whether it is a wireless device or an access point.
  • Signal Booster: The device reprocesses and boosts the signal using modern technologies to ensure its stability and purity.
  • Repeater: The repeater sends the boosted signal to areas with poor coverage, creating a seamless, integrated network.

Uses of signal repeater:

  1. In factories and warehouses: Industrial environments with dense metal structures present significant challenges for wireless signals. A repeater helps ensure complete coverage throughout the facility.
  2. In multi-story buildings: Whether you're in a commercial office or residential building, a repeater can boost connectivity between floors to ensure continuity of communication.
  3. In large or remote areas: On farms, construction sites, or rural areas, a repeater allows coverage of large areas that are not adequately covered by the network.
  4. In security and emergency activities: The repeater provides strong and stable communication for security teams, police, and ambulances in critical situations.

Why choose Broad Wave Store?

  • Advanced Equipment: We provide signal repeaters from leading global companies, featuring modern technology and high reliability.
  • Compliant with market requirements: Our devices comply with Saudi Arabia's safety and quality standards, including Aramco and ATEX standards for explosion-proof devices.
  • Exceptional technical support: We guarantee a smooth experience through our dedicated team, which provides appropriate support and guidance before and after purchase.

Get your signal repeater now!

If you're looking for a solution that enhances your connectivity, feel free to visit the Broadband Store on our website www.wan.sa or contact us directly. Discover a wide range of wireless devices and repeaters designed to meet your needs, and enjoy a unique shopping experience and technologies that support your success.


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There are hundreds of models on the market — old and new — from international companies such as Motorola, Icom, Kenwood, Hytera, Tait, Vertex Standard, Yaesu, TYT, Kirisun, Ritron, Simoco, and others.

List of VHF-UHF signal repeaters (more than 100 types)

1. Motorola

  1. Motorola SLR1000
  2. Motorola SLR5500
  3. Motorola SLR8000
  4. Motorola DR3000
  5. Motorola DR3500
  6. Motorola DR9500
  7. Motorola GR1225
  8. Motorola MTR2000
  9. Motorola MTR3000
  10. Motorola Quantum
  11. Motorola XPR8400
  12. Motorola XPR8300
  13. Motorola XPR8380
  14. Motorola XPR8500
  15. Motorola SLR5100

2. Icom

  1. Icom IC-FR5000 (VHF)
  2. Icom IC-FR6000 (UHF)
  3. Icom IC-FR5200H
  4. Icom IC-FR6200H
  5. Icom IC-FR5300
  6. Icom IC-FR6300
  7. Icom IC-FR3100
  8. Icom IC-FR4100
  9. Icom IC-RP1520
  10. Icom IC-RP4000

3. Kenwood

  1. Kenwood TKR-750 (VHF)
  2. Kenwood TKR-850 (UHF)
  3. Kenwood NXR-710
  4. Kenwood NXR-810
  5. Kenwood NXR-1700
  6. Kenwood NXR-1800
  7. Kenwood NXR-700
  8. Kenwood NXR-800
  9. Kenwood TK-8180 + Repeater Kit
  10. Kenwood TK-7180 + Repeater Kit

4. Hytera

  1. Hytera RD985S
  2. Hytera RD985
  3. Hytera RD625
  4. Hytera RD965 (Mobile Bag)
  5. Hytera RD985 Digital Repeater
  6. Hytera HR1065
  7. Hytera HR655
  8. Hytera HR655 Outdoor
  9. Hytera HR1065 DMR
  10. Hytera HR1060

5. Yaesu / Vertex Standard

  1. Yaesu DR-1X (System Fusion)
  2. Yaesu DR-2X
  3. Yaesu VXR-9000
  4. Yaesu VXR-7000
  5. Yaesu VXR-5000
  6. Yaesu VXR-1000 (Portable)
  7. Vertex Standard VXR-9000V
  8. Vertex Standard VXR-9000U
  9. Vertex Standard VXR-7000U
  10. Vertex Standard VXR-7000V

6. Tait

  1. Tait TB7100
  2. Tait TB8100
  3. Tait TB9100
  4. Tait TB7300
  5. Tait TB9400
  6. Tait TTR1000
  7. Tait TTR2000
  8. Tait TB9200
  9. Tait TTR3000
  10. Tait TB7400

7. Simoco

  1. Simoco SRB2500
  2. Simoco SRB3500
  3. Simoco SRM9000 Repeater
  4. Simoco SRB1000
  5. Simoco DMR SRB250
  6. Simoco SRM100
  7. Simoco SRB100
  8. Simoco SRB2100
  9. Simoco SRB2200
  10. Simoco SRB2300

8. Kirisun

  1. Kirisun DR600
  2. Kirisun DR700
  3. Kirisun DR600 DMR
  4. Kirisun DR900
  5. Kirisun DR300
  6. Kirisun DR700 DMR
  7. Kirisun DR400
  8. Kirisun DR920
  9. Kirisun DR750
  10. Kirisun DR950

9. TYT

  1. TYT TR-8000
  2. TYT TR-9000
  3. TYT TH-9800 + Repeater Kit
  4. TYT TH-UV8000D + Cross-Band
  5. TYT MD-9600 Repeater Mode
  6. TYT TR-5000
  7. TYT TR-7200
  8. TYT TR-8900
  9. TYT TR-9800 Mobile Repeater
  10. TYT TH-UV88 + Repeater

10. Ritron

  1. Ritron RRX
  2. Ritron Liberty Repeater
  3. Ritron Patriot
  4. Ritron RRX450
  5. Ritron Outpost RLR

11. Other miscellaneous types / old and modern

  1. Midland Repeater MBR-4
  2. Midland GB1 + Repeater Kit
  3. Midland Repeater 800
  4. Anytone AT-D578 + Repeater Mode
  5. Anytone AT-D878UV + Hotspot/Repeater
  6. Baofeng BF-9500 Repeater Kit
  7. Baofeng UV-5R + DIY Repeater Box
  8. Baofeng UV-82 Repeater Adapter
  9. Quansheng TG-K4AT + Duplex Repeater Kit
  10. Retevis RT97 Portable Repeater
  11. Retevis RT97S
  12. Retevis RT92 Mobile Repeater
  13. Retevis RT91 + Repeater Adapter
  14. L3Harris MASTR V
  15. Harris VR9000
  16. EF Johnson 5300 Repeater
  17. Daniels Electronics MT-4E
  18. Codan Envoy Repeater
  19. Codan MT-4R
  20. Sepura SRB Repeater



Simplified explanation







We notice how the wireless device works in open spaces such as prairies and plains:





Here we notice that the mountain is an obstacle between the two wireless devices or insulators in general.





Here we notice that a signal repeater (rapitter) has been placed on the highest point of the mountain or the surface of the insulator to connect and transfer the signal between the two devices.