Bridging is defined as connecting a talk group to another server which allows user to connect to. BrandMeister supports OpenBridge, XLX, YSF, NXDN Reflectors and connection to WiresX nodes.
General Information
Even though BrandMeister supports the ability to bridge to reflectors and servers each Master Server Admin has discretion of reviewing and approving bridge connections. Please be respectful and patient when requesting a bridge connection.
USA Master Server Bridging Rules
Do not re-bridge talk group(s) provided to your bridge. Any bridge connection which shows re-bridging to another server(s) will be disconnected without notice.
Review of Bridge and/or Connection status which do not show traffic of more than 60 days or is not showing connected may be disconnected / removed without notice. Please monitor your servers/reflectors to ensure they are online and operating properly.
No Peer Bridging. Users are encouraged to request a bridge if wishing to connect to a reflector or server. Peer Bridging is defined as the use of the MMDVM or DM protocols by using a hotspot or other software which uses MMDVM or DM protocol to bridge reflectors or servers.
What can be Bridged
TAC 310-312 will only be provided to Bridges which are able to not allow for Static Setup and 15 minute activation timeouts.
TAC 313-319 are not allowed to be bridged and only are available to users who connect a device directly to BrandMeister (Repeater, hotspots).
3100 USA Nationwide TG - will not be provided to any cross mode bridging. This is a DMR Only Talk Group.
91x Global Talk groups are not provided to any bridges (OpenBridge, YSF Reflectors, XLX, WiresX, etc) except CBridges but must be reviewed when requested and not guaranteed to be provided.
Statewide Talk Groups (4-digit) will only be provided if the source is not being provided by another server. Please do your homework to find out if a Statewide talk group is originating from another source. You may start by looking at the USA Wiki where state talk groups are listed and last known provider of the Statewide talk group.
5 Digit, 6 Digit and 7 Digit Talk Groups will only be provided if you are part of the group, it is your personal Radio ID or Repeater ID or received permission of the originator of the talk group. Please do your homework to discover the originator of the talk group and provide permission of being able to bridge.
Outside of USA MCC (31x) will only be provided if you receive permission of the Admin Team of the MCC of the requested Talk Group.