Bi-Directional Amplifier

The full technical term for BDA, a device that amplifies radio signals in both transmit and receive directions.

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Bi-directional amplifier is the full technical name for BDA. The bi-directional nature is critical: the device must amplify signals coming into the building (downlink) AND signals going out from portable radios (uplink). This ensures two-way communication capability for first responders inside the building.

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