User's Manual

Operating in MPT trunked mode 69
Making an emergency call
In an emergency you may be able to summon help by
sending an emergency call.
On most networks, an emergency call takes precedence over
other call types, and existing calls are cleared down so that
the emergency call can proceed.
To make an emergency call from your radio, you may be able
to either:
■ make a preset emergency call,
■ dial the emergency call using the alphanumeric keys.
After making the call, your radio may be programmed to
enter emergency mode. While emergency mode is active,
your radio may cycle between receive and transmit, so that
your dispatcher or the called party can hear any activity near
your radio.
To activate emergency mode, you may be able to:
■ use a function key programmed for emergency mode, or
■ use a hidden switch.
Making a preset emergency call
To make a preset emergency call from your radio, you may be
able to either use a programmed function key, use the main
menu, or use your quick access menu.
1 Select your preset emergency call.
See “Making a preset call” on page 61.
2 Press Send.
An emergency call is now sent to the emergency location
that has been programmed for your radio.