Ethernet RF bridging

In Ethernet RF bridging mode, the XLR PRO functions as an Ethernet cable replacement, supporting point-to-multipoint transmissions for up to 16 XLR PROs. It is configured by these parameters:

BE (Bridge Enable): This parameter must be set to 1 to enable bridging, but it is disabled by default.
BA (Destination RF MAC address for Ethernet bridging): Default value is 0xFFFF which is the broadcast address. If pairing XLR PRO devices is desired, then this should be set to the RF MAC address of the opposing XLR PRO. This can be identified by querying the SH (serial number high) and SL (serial number low) parameters on the opposite XLR PRO (example: BA=0x0013A20012345678).

With bridging enabled, the XLR PRO radios on the RF network should be treated as if they were a single Ethernet cable. Consult a qualified network administrator to evaluate the radio deployment if multiple XLR PRO radios will be used on the same LAN or if bridging multiple large networks together.