User`s guide

ASTRO XTL 5000 Digital Mobile Radio with W3 Control Head 67
Conventional Features
This chapter shows you how to access features available in
conventional operation. The following topics are covered:
• Repeater/Direct Operation (page 67)
• Smart PTT (page 68)
• Talkgroup Calls (page 69)
• Selective Calls (page 71)
Repeater/Direct Operation
Two types of operation are available with this feature:
If repeater/direct is associated with a mode, that mode is
programmed by your system manager for repeater or direct
operation.
Direct You can bypass the repeater and talk directly to another
radio. The transmit and receive frequencies are identical.
Repeater You talk through the repeater, thereby increasing the
radio’s range. The transmit and receive frequencies
differ.