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Programming for Short Data Messages (SDM)
You can send short, pre-programmed data messages (12 characters long) to another radio, or a group of radios.
Program your radio with the following settings. All frequencies need to be entered and the squelch level must be set
before performing this procedure.
Memory CH Window / Zone Operation Window
Field
Setting/Description
Zone Operation
»
Zone Type
Set to
Conventional
(the field will show blank).
Memory CH Window / Zone Window
Field
Setting/Description
CH Type
Set to
Digital
Digital
»
Unit ID
Set to this radio’s ID for the applicable channels. Points to
the ID setting in the Individual ID List window.
Digital
»
Talkgroup ID
Set to the desired Talk Group for each channel.
Digital
»
Squelch Type
Set to
SEL
if you want to squelch to open with the proper
RAN and Talk Group or Individual ID.
SDM List Window
Field
Setting/Description
SDM
Enter the text you want displayed on other radios.
SDM Setting Window
Field
Setting/Description
RX
Set to
Enable
if you want to receive short data messages.
Common Window
Field
Setting/Description
Key & Display
»
Key
Set one of the programmable keys to
Digital Button
.
