User's Manual

BASIC OPERATIONS
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When the Keypad Auto Lock feature is enabled, the keypad will automatically lock if no
operation is made within the pre-programmed time period. The Keypad Auto Lock feature can be
disabled via the Keypad Lock menu.
HOME SCREEN
The home screen is the default operating screen. It indicates the name of the selected zone, the name of the
selected channel, battery strength, and other parameters of the selected channel (via icons) such as if the
channel is a repeater vs. a direct mode channel, the current transmit power level, receive signal strength, etc.
To return to the home screen from any menu screen, simply press the Back key one or more times. Alternately,
if the Home Screen shortcut key is pre-programmed, press it to exit the menu screen and immediately return
to the home screen. In an editing screen, press the Home Screen shortcut key to exit and immediately return
to the previously selected menu.
PRIVATE CALLS
A private call is a call initiated by a radio user to another radio user.
Transmitting a Private Call
When transmitting a private call, the icon appears in the display. A private call can be
transmitted using a method described in the following subsections.
When transmitting (i.e., PTT key depressed), hold the front of the radio between 1 to 2 inches
from your mouth and speak into the microphone at a normal voice level. This will ensure optimal
reception at the receiving radio unit(s). Never shout or whisper when transmitting. As illustrated
on page 6, the radio’s microphone is located just above the display.
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