Figure 8 shows the use of a wildcard (12FF) to transmit data to multiple units within range of Unit #1 that have a MYID starting with ￿12￿

Figure 8: Addressing with Wildcards

Figure 9 shows the use of a wildcard (FFFF) to broadcast data to all units within range of Unit #1.

Figure 9: Using Wildcards to Broadcast

5.5.Behavior of Repeater Units

When configured as a repeater, the unit listens for packets that qualify for repeating ￿ in addition to its normal functions. A unit qualifies a packet for repeating based upon the TOID or MYID value associated with the packet. The trigger for repeating a packet from a base station to a remote is the value in the packet￿s TOID field. The trigger for repeating a packet from a remote to a base station is the value in the packet￿s MYID field. You can establish up to eight triggers for each repeater unit.

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