Using Conventional Squelch Operation Features; Using The Pl Defeat Feature - Motorola 3 User Manual

Using Conventional Squelch Operation Features

This feature filters out unwanted calls with low signal
strength or channels that have a higher than normal
background noise.
Analog Options
Tone Private Line (PL), Digital Private-Line (DPL),
and carrier squelch can be available
(preprogrammed) per channel.
Mode
Carrier squelch (C)
PL or DPL
Digital Options
One or more of the following options may be
preprogrammed in your radio. Check with your dealer
or system administrator for more information.
Option
Digital Carrier-Operated
Squelch (COS)
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Result
You hear all traffic on a
channel.
The radio responds only
to your messages.
Result
You hear any digital
traffic.
Option
Normal Squelch
Selective Switch

Using the PL Defeat Feature

This feature allows you to override any coded squelch
(DPL or PL) that might be preprogrammed to a
channel. The radio also unmutes to any digital activity
on a digital channel.
Place the preprogrammed PL Defeat switch in the
PL Defeat position.
One of the following scenarios occurs:
• You hear any activity on the channel.
• The radio is muted if no activity is present.
Note
When this feature is active, the Carrier
Squelch status indicator is displayed.
Result
You hear any digital
traffic having the correct
network access code.
You hear any digital
traffic having the correct
network access code and
correct talkgroup.