The radio may send tones to release the line.
Dialing DTMF tones (overdialing)
The radio may be programmed to allow dialing of DTMF tones using the numeric keypad while on a channel or in a
call. The dialing may be either sent out immediately (as it's typed) or sent after pressing
Send
.
Making an Emergency Call
Users may be able to activate emergency mode by using a programmed function key.
1. Press the function key programmed for Emergency Mode and an emergency call is sent to the dis-
patcher, or some other predetermined location.
While emergency mode is active, the radio may automatically cycle between receive and transmit, so
that the dispatcher can hear any activity near the radio.
2. Reset the radio to normal operation at any time by turning the radio off and then on.
Emergency mode may be programmed to end after a fixed period of time. In this case, there is no
need to turn the radio off and then on in order to return the radio to normal operation.
If the function key has been enabled as a toggle key, a second press of the function key will cancel
emergency mode.
Setting your Status
The radio may be able to maintain a record of its current status. This status may be sent with outgoing calls pro-
grammed to contain status information. If the radio receiving the call has been programmed with the same status mes-
sages, it will decode and display its status. The status indicates the current activity or location, such as “en route” or
“at lunch”.
To change the current status:
1. Press
Menu
and select
Set status
.
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