XLX How‑To: RI DIGITAL LINK XLX059

XLX059 is RI DIGITAL LINK’s multi‑mode reflector, presented on D‑Star as DCS059 module A and bridged to DMR 31444, YSF 31444, P25 31444, NXDN 31444, IRLP 9871, Echolink KA1MXL, and other supported entry points. It provides a single hub where D‑Star, DMR, YSF, and several other digital modes can all participate in the same conversation.

This page offers a concise overview of how to connect to XLX059 from common radios and hotspots, and includes a downloadable Icom ID‑51 guide with full step‑by‑step examples.

General XLX059 access overview

D‑Star: Link your radio or hotspot to DCS059 A / XLX059 A, then set URCALL/TO to CQCQCQ or “Use Reflector” to carry on the QSO via XLX059.
DMR: Use talkgroup 31444 on the BrandMeister/TGIF paths described in the DMR How‑To; that traffic is bridged into XLX059 A.
YSF / P25 / NXDN: Select the room or talkgroup labeled 31444 / XLX059 / RI DIGITAL LINK on your hotspot or radio; these entries are mapped into the same XLX059 A core.

**** Always leave 3–4 seconds between overs so the reflector and all linked bridges (DMR, YSF, P25, NXDN, IRLP, and others) can reset cleanly and avoid clipped audio. ****

D‑Star quick steps (any radio)

These steps apply broadly to D‑Star radios and gateways that support DCS/XLX reflectors.

Select your usual D‑Star repeater or hotspot as the RF path in DR mode.
Use your radio’s “Link to Reflector” or URCALL function to link to DCS059 A / XLX059 A, then key up briefly to send the link command and wait for the confirmation.
Change URCALL/TO back to CQCQCQ or “Use Reflector” to talk through XLX059.
When finished, send your gateway’s standard UNLINK command to drop the reflector link.

For a detailed example with an Icom ID‑51, use the PDF below.

Download: Icom ID‑51 setup