Vertex Standard EVX-S24 User Manual

IP67 Dust- and Waterproof
Compact Portable Digital Two Way Radio
with Analog Capability
EVX-S24
OPERATING MANUAL

Vertex Standard EVX-S24 Specifications

General

Zones	16
Power Output	5W
Water Resistance	IP54
Operating Voltage	7.4 V
Digital Protocol	DMR
Frequency Range	136-174 MHz
Battery	Li-Ion
Operating Temperature	-30°C to +60°C

Summary

Introduction

Important Notice for North American Users Regarding 406 MHz Guard Band

Notice regarding the 406 MHz guard band and its restrictions for use.

FCC RF Exposure Requirements

IC RSS General Requirement

Controls & Connectors

LCD Icon & Indicators

Before You Begin

Battery Pack Installation

Procedure for installing the battery pack into the transceiver.

Battery Pack Removal

Procedure for removing the battery pack from the transceiver.

Before You Begin (Continued)

Belt Clip Installation

Steps to attach the belt clip to the transceiver.

Battery Charging

Instructions for charging the battery pack using the AC adapter.

Low Battery Indication

How to identify and respond to a low battery status.

Antenna Installation

Steps to connect the antenna to the transceiver.

Operation

Preliminary Steps

Initial setup steps before operating the radio.

Operation Quick Start

Basic steps to turn on and start using the radio.

Operation (Continued)

Automatic Time-Out Timer

ARTS™ (Auto Range Transpond System)

LOCK

Advanced Operation

Programmable Key Functions

Customization and assignment of functions to programmable keys.

Advanced Operation (Continued)

Monitor, Lamp, and Low Power Functions

Set, SQL, Beep, and Whisper Functions

Emergency, Lone Worker, and Channel Navigation

PRI-2, Scan, and Group Scan

Dual Watch, Follow Me Scan, and Scan Set

Group Scan Set, TA Scan, and Talk Around

Search, Reset, Code, Speed Dial, and Call

Call Alerts, Sel Call, Radio Check, and Revive

Stun, Call Alert, and View ID

Status Check and Radio Management

Duty, ID Check, Text Message, and Remote Halt TX

TX Save Disable and Lock Functions

User Set (Menu) Mode

Digital Contact List

User Set (Menu) Mode (Continued)

Group and Scan Settings

Feature Settings (Lighting, Encryption, Privacy)

Scan List, Duty, and Key Lock Management

PTT Lock, Dialing, and Message Operations

Message Inbox, Analog Messages, and History