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NOTE:
You may not receive the call if your transceiver is set at a high squelch level. If the current channel is
programmed with a mandatory decode (RX) tone (CTCSS, DCS, etc), the selected tone also must be present
for the call to be heard.
Transmitting
BASIC OPERATIONS
NOTE:
When pressing and holding the PTT key, the radio will transmit (and will be indicated by the red LED light).
Release the [PTT] key to receive calls.
Emergency Alarm
According to how the [MONI] key is setup in programming software, hold the [MONI] key to monitor the
channel to ensure it is not in use, Then press the [PTT] key and talk into the microphone.
Keep the distance between your mouth and the microphone about 1-2 inches. Speak in your normal voice
(don't whisper and don't yell into the mic) for the best audio clarity.
When the transceiver is in standby, press and hold the [PF1] or [PF2] key (according to how you have
the side-keys on the transceiver set up) until the LCD displays "ALARM". The emergency alarm has
now started. This transceiver has 4 Alarm modes. You can set up which mode works best for you in the
programming software. Power off the transceiver to exit Alarm.
