Radio Check; Sending A Status - Motorola GM160 User Manual

RADIO CHECK

This feature allows you to determine if a radio
is in range without disturbing the user of the
radio. Radio Check can also be used when
attempts with Selective Call and Call Alert fail.
(This feature is available only if your signalling
protocol supports it.)
To perform a Radio Check:
u
1 to enter Menu Mode.
y z
2 or until
Radio Call
u
3 to select
Radio Call
y z
4 or until
Radio Check
u
5 to select
Radio Check
y z
6 or to locate the desired ID in the
Radio Call List;
–
or–
when using the keypad microphone only,
enter the ID number of the radio you are
checking.
7 Press the PTT.
You will see
Call In Prog
8 If the Radio Check is received,
you will see Acknowledge
No Acknowledge
If not, you will see
t
9 to return to Radio Check
Radio Check
–
or–
t
Hold down to exit Menu Mode.

SENDING A STATUS

This feature gives you the ability to send a
status update to the base. The status feature
makes more efficient use of the channel
compared to voice transmissions. Status
updates of up to 14 characters may be
programmed by your dealer.
To send a Status:
u
1 to enter Menu Mode.
y z
2 or until
Status
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