How emergency mode is activated depends on how it has been configured. Con-
firm this step with your administrator.
‘Emergency mode’ appears in the display.
One or more emergency calls are sent to your dispatcher or another predetermined radio user. During emergency
mode, the radio will behave as described in Standard Emergency Mode.
2. To end emergency mode and return the radio to normal operation, either:
• Turn the radio off and on again to end emergency mode,
• Push the function or emergency key again, or
• If configured, press the PTT button.
About Manual Emergency Operation
Notice This feature is available for digital channels only.
When you press the emergency key, your radio sends analert to your dispatcher and other members of your group,
along with your radio digital alias and location.
While the emergency call is active, the emergency information is sent out periodically, until either you or another mem-
ber of your group end the emergency call.
You are still able to make and receive voice calls while emergency information is being sent, but your radio does not
display caller details.
Making a manual emergency call
You will not be able to make a voice call on the channel until the 3-second emer-
gency alarm has finished.
1. Press and hold the emergency key for longer than threeseconds.
How emergency mode is activated depends on how it has been configured. Con-
firm this step with your administrator.
The radio gives three short beeps, rising in pitch.
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