HT APP Updated Manual-2025!8!4
HT APP Updated Manual-2025!8!4
OPRATION MANUAL
Table Of Contents
1,DOWNLOAD THE APP ------------------------------------------------------- 1
2,RADIO CONNECT WITH THE APP ---------------------------------------------- 1
3,SYNCHRONIZ SETTINGS GUIDE ----------------------------------------------- 3
3.1 Sync Se ngs - Yes ---------------------------------------------------------- 3
3.2 Sync Se ngs - NO ---------------------------------------------------------- 9
4,APRS/BSS DIGIPEATER INSTRUCTIONS ------------------------------------- 10
5,APRS GATEWAY ----------------------------------------------------------------- 11
6,DEVICE SETTINGS --------------------------------------------------------------- 15
6.1 General Se ngs ------------------------------------------------------------- 18
6.2 Connec on Management ------------------------------------------------- 23
6.3 Frequency Scanning -------------------------------------------------------- 24
6.4 Group Management -------------------------------------------------------- 25
6.5 Programmable Keys -------------------------------------------------------- 26
7.Network Channel---------------------------------------------------------------- 27
7.1 Create Network Channel -------------------------------------------------- 27
7.2 Bind Network Channel to Analog Channel ----------------------------- 28
7.3 Network Channel Management ------------------------------------------ 29
7.4 Remote Link Management------------------------------------------------- 30
8. AUTOMATIC SATELLITE TRACKING ------------------------------------------ 31
8.1 Satellite Data Management ----------------------------------------------- 32
8.2 Edit Exis ng Satellite ------------------------------------------------------- 32
9. OTHER FUNCTION -------------------------------------------------------------- 33
9.1 Voice Message Processing ------------------------------------------------- 33
9.2 Voice Communica onMode ----------------------------------------------- 33
9.3 Search Func on -------------------------------------------------------------- 33
9.4 Voice Message Analysis ---------------------------------------------------- 33
9.5 Image Transmission & Recep on ----------------------------------------- 34
9.6 Image Sending --------------------------------------------------------------- 34
9.7 Communica on Logs ------------------------------------------------------- 35
9.8 Contacts ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 35
9.9 Posi on Repor ng Map ---------------------------------------------------- 36
9.10 Map View ------------------------------------------------------------------- 36
10. APP SETTINGS ------------------------------------------------------------------ 38
10.1 Channel Management ---------------------------------------------------- 38
10.2 Group Management ------------------------------------------------------- 38
10.3 Offline Maps ---------------------------------------------------------------- 38
10.4 Amateur Radio Satellites ------------------------------------------------- 39
10.5 System Se ngs------------------------------------------------------------- 39
10.6 Floa ng Window----------------------------------------------------------- 40
10.7 Voice Recording------------------------------------------------------------ 40
10.8 PTT Key Management----------------------------------------------------- 40
10.9 Audible Tones-------------------------------------------------------------- 41
10.10 Morse Code--------------------------------------------------------------- 41
10.11 DTMF---------------------------------------------------------------------- 41
DOWNLOAD THE APP
1. For Android users, please go to Google play to search for HT to
download the APP.
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2,Open the app, enter the homepage, click to open the main menu, click to
switch between the device interface and main menu. Swipe le
to collapse the menu.
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3.Synchroniza on Se ngs Guide
When this app is connected to your radio, certain se ngs (e.g., APRS,
username, etc.) will be synchronized by default. If you wish to retain the
original se ngs on your radio, follow these steps:
1.A er connec ng the radio, a prompt asking "Synchronize se ngs?" will
appear. Select "No" to avoid overwri ng the exis ng configura ons. (If you
have mul ple devices of the same model, selec ng "No" is recommended.)
2.To enable synchroniza on later: Go to the "Signaling Se ngs" menu and
toggle the "Sync Signaling Se ngs" op on to "Yes"—this will apply the app’s
se ngs to your radio.
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3.1.1 User Se ngs Instruc ons
User Registra on: Click on the avatar to register. Enter the registra on page to
modify user informa on, signaling se ngs, and change the avatar.
Nickname: Please enter your name, alias, or legal callsign (supports Chinese,
English, and numbers). This nickname will be displayed during communica on
to help others iden fy you.
ID Signaling: This system uses a self-developed BSS signaling system (enabled
by default when APRS is off) to automa cally send your iden ty informa on
a er a call ends.
· Radio sec on: Applicable to RF Radios.
· Internet sec on: Applicable to network or internet.
· Iden fica on: When enabled, others can receive your device ID informa on
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(e.g., callsign or nickname).
· Loca on Sharing: When enabled, others can view your real- me loca on.
· Allow Posi on Check: When enabled, others can obtain your loca on
without confirma on (recommended only for trusted contacts).
Note:
A er enabling the ID Signaling func on, each of your transmissions will
include a signaling tone at the end. The receiving party will hear a no fica on
sound and see your ID informa on.
If you prefer to keep communica ons concise, you can disable this feature in
the se ngs. However, others will not be able to iden fy you.
Please enable or disable this func on in Signaling Se ngs based on your
actual needs.
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3.1.2 Automa c Loca on Sharing Func on Descrip on
1. Automa c Loca on Sharing
· Network Loca on Sharing:When enabled,
your device will periodically send your
loca on to all ac ve network channels you
are in (this func on runs in the background
and does not appear in the message list—
enable with cau on).
· Radio Loca on Sharing:When enabled,
your device will periodically send your
loca on to the specified radio channel (switch to the Signaling Se ngs menu
to configure the sharing channel when in sync mode).
Important Notes:
·W hen using the APRS protocol, the system will automa cally switch to APRS
loca on sharing mode (requires enabling APRS first).
· Interval Se ng:It is recommended to set a reasonable interval
(e.g., 1-5 minutes) to avoid frequent transmissions that may cause channel
conges on and disrupt normal communica on.
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2. Addi onal Op onal Features
· Transmit Ba ery Voltage: When enabled, others can view your device's
ba ery status (e.g., mobile phone or walkie-talkie ba ery level).
·A ached Message Field: Allows you to include custom text (e.g., status
notes) that will be sent along with your loca on data.
·S mart Beaconing: When enabled, it automa cally extends the sharing
interval set in [Radio Loca on Sharing].Maximum interval: 30 minutes ,
Minimum interval: Matches the [Auto-Sharing Interval] se ng.
Transmission Formats:
BSS Format:
·O nly uses the BSS protocol for radio communica on.
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· Does not pass through internet gateways.
·C annot be decoded by APRS radio receivers.
·B est for non-callsign users or small groups sharing loca ons privately.
APRS Format:
·F or registered APRS users, data follows APRS protocol.
·C an be sent/received via gateways (internet) or radio broadcast, depending
on user se ngs.
5. APRS Gateway
Facilitates data exchange between radio frequency (RF) and the internet
(APRS-IS).
Server region :Select the geographic region
of the APRS server.
Transmission Modes
Radio → Internet (RF → APRS-IS)
Enabled: The app forwards APRS signals
received via radio to the internet (APRS-IS).
Disabled: Radio data remains local-only and
is not uploaded online.
Internet → Radio (APRS-IS → RF)
Enabled: The app broadcasts APRS data from the internet via radio.
Disabled: Radio users only receive local signals and cannot access
internet-sourced data.
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Receive Messages via Internet: Controls whether the APP displays and logs
APRS messages from the internet (e.g., private messages, bulle ns).
Enabled: Receive text messages/bulle ns from global users (e.g., event
no ces, emergency alerts).
Disabled: Only radio-received messages are displayed.Note: Data can s ll
be sent to the internet (requires "Radio → Internet" func on to be ac ve).
Display Range: Sets the maximum range (e.g., 50km, 100km) for displaying
APRS targets on the map.
Too large a range: Slower map loading and APP lag due to excessive data.
Too small a range: May miss nearby cri cal sta ons (e.g., repeaters,
weather sta ons).
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SSID Iden fica on Guide
-0 Home Sta on / Internet Gateway (Home)
-1 Digital Repeater / Fill-in Repeater / Weather Sta on
-2 UHF Digital Repeater
- 3 Standalone VHF Digital Repeater
-4 H F-to-VHF Gateway
-5 Internet Gateway (Non-Home)
-6 Satellite Opera ons
-7 Handheld Portable
-8 Marine (Boats, Ships)
-9 Vehicle Mobile
- 10 Internet-Only Opera ons
-11 APRS Touch-Tone / Balloons
-12 Temporary Portable Units
-14 Truck Mobile (Large Vehicles)
-15 HF Opera ons
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DEVICE SETTINGS
1,A er successful connec on, the device name will be displayed. Tap the
icon to customize the device name for management purposes,
or directly tapthe device name to access its func on se ngs interface.
Connected to device Disconnected from device
Phone Speaker ON(Walkie-talkie and phone audio play simultaneously)
Phone Speaker OFF(Walkie-talkie audio only - phone muted)
2,Radio Channel Configura on
To edit a channel, press and hold the desired channel, select "Edit Channel,"
modify the parameters in the pop-up window, then tap "Save" in the upper
right corner to confirm your changes.
Transmit Disable: Blocks radio transmissions (useful
for network-only opera on to conserve power).
Busy Channel Lock (BCL): Automa cally prevents
transmissions when the channel is occupied
(avoids interrup ng ongoing communica ons or
causing interference).
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Mute Func on: When enabled, all voice communica ons on the current
channel will be silenced (par cularly useful when configuring this channel
for APRS data transmission, elimina ng the need to hear disrup ve data
signal noise).
Talk Around : When enabled, repeater frequencies with offset will use the
receive frequency and receive CTCSS/DCS for both recep on and
transmission.
Scan Allowed: When ac vated, this channel will be included in the scan list
when ini a ng a scan.
Pre-Emphasis/De-EmphasisEnables pre-emphasis during transmission and
de-emphasis during recep on to improve voice signal-to-noise ra o. All
radio communica ons will u lize this processing.
Scan : When scanning is enabled, the radio will begin scanning through all
channels marked as [Scan Allowed].
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6.Device Se ngs Switch Group
·G roup:Groups stored in the APP
· Switch Device Group: Groups stored
in the radio
· Import Device Channels: Import
current informa on to the radio
Open The FM Radio Interface
Open Radio Se ngs Interface
Disconnect from Device
Device Speaker (If connected to a mobile radio
unit, this refers to the external speaker of the
main unit)
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VOX Se ngs
VOX (Voice Operated Transmission):
Automa cally triggers radio transmission
(PTT) by detec ng microphone audio input,
elimina ng manual PTT bu on opera on.
VOX Sensi vity:Sets the minimum audio level required to ac vate VOX.
Level 1: Highest threshold (least sensi ve, requires loud audio).
Level 8: Lowest threshold (most sensi ve, responds to quiet sounds).
VOX Delay:The extended transmission me (in milliseconds/seconds)
maintained a er audio stops before releasing PTT.
Time-Out Timer (TOT): Limits maximum
transmission dura on.
Transmission Hold Time: Delay me a er
releasing PTT before ending transmission
(used for repeater links).
PTT Follow :Allows the device to transmit on
the currently received frequency (A/B band)
if PTT is pressed within 3 seconds a er signal
ends.
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Transmission Rules:
Main Band Recep on: PTT transmits on main band.
Sub Band Recep on: PTT automa cally switches to sub band.
Note: When disabled, PTT only transmits on main band.
Squelch Tail Elimina on:When enabled, automa cally cuts off
post-transmission noise.
Note: Incompa bility between brands may render this ineffec ve due to
protocol differences.
Digital Mute:The radio automa cally mutes when detec ng digital signals.
(Note: This does not mute all digital transmissions immediately, as it
requires signal iden fica on. For complete silence, set the channel to mute.
During SSTV recep on/transmission, disable digital mute to hear audio,
or enable it to maintain silence.)
Preamble:Adds a leading code before transmission to ensure the receiving
end captures complete signaling tones.
Audio Relay :When enabled, received audio (recorded for up to 30 seconds)
will be re-transmi ed a er playback.
Warning: Do not ac vate this on repeater frequencies to avoid disrup ng
repeater opera ons.
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Microphone Gain: Adjusts the input gain level
for wired microphones.
Enable BT Microphone: Ac vates the wireless
microphone func onality.
Wireless Microphone Gain: Adjusts the input
gain level for wireless microphones.
Headset Mode: Configures the connec on method for car phone systems
(Voice Mode/Phone Mode).
Keep Headset Connected: Selects between con nuous or triggered headset
connec on.
When "Keep Connected" is enabled:The headset remains constantly
connected to the radio and cannot receive audio from other devices.
When disabled (for mul -device connec vity):
·T he radio will quickly connect to the headset upon receiving signals.
·I f the headset is occupied by another device (e.g., music, phone calls,
naviga on), it will priori ze radio signals when received.
·T he headset can only receive audio from other devices when idle.
·N ote: The quick mute func on will not work when using a wireless
microphone in this mode.
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Channel Data Lock:When enabled, all radio
and VFO-related se ngs become
unavailable (including Freq Sync Rapid Scan,
frequency scanning, and VFO mode).
Tone:Turn on/off opera on prompt tones for
device panel controls.
Power Saving Mode:When ac vated, the
display and indicator lights will turn off a er
60 seconds of inac vity (press any key to wake).
Auto Power-On:When enabled, the device automa cally powers on when
electricity is supplied (no manual power-on required a er each power
connec on).
Auto Power-Off:The radio will automa cally shut down if no transmission
occurs within the selected me period. To restart, press the power bu on
or reconnect the power supply.
Enter Pairing Mode At Power On:The radio enters pairing mode immediately
upon powering on.
Reset Se ngs:Click "Confirm" toreset all radio func on se ngs to factory
defaults.
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Factory Data Reset:Click "Confirm" to
restore all radio se ngs and channel
informa on to factory state.
Recommenda on: Before using this func on,
save important channel/group data via the Share feature for later re-import
to the APP. When uninstalling/reinstalling the APP, use the Share feature to
preserve channel/zone configura ons.
(Note: These reset op ons provide complete system restora on while the
Share feature safeguards cri cal configura ons.)
For specific func on defini ons and explana ons, please refer to your
walkie-talkie's instruc on manual.
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7.Network Channel
A er successful registra on:
Join Network Channel:
·S elect "Join Exis ng Channel";
·C lick and enter keywords to search for
available network channels;
·C hoose a channel to join.
Create New Network Channel:
·A lterna vely, click “Create New
Network Channel" to set up a custom
channel.
7.1 Create Network Channel:
Channel Configura on:
· Title: Enter the network channel name;
· Password: Set an access password (op onal);
· Bitrates:Higher values improve voice quality
but require be er network condi ons;
· Server Loca on: Select the nearest
geographic server;
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Remote Radio Control (Op onal):
Configure the required frequency parameters for remote radio opera on;
Finalize:
Click Save to complete channel crea on.
7.2 Bind Network Channel to Analog Channel
This func on allows you to link an exis ng network channel to a physical
analog radio channel, enabling hybrid RF/IP communica on.
Binding a Network Channel to an Analog
Channel
1,Long-press the target analog channel.
2,Select "Bind Network Channel" from the
pop-up menu.
3,Choose the desired network channel to
bind.
· Once bound, all communica ons on the
network channel will be handled by the radio.
Unbinding a Network Channel
1,Long-press the bound analog channel.
2,Select "Unbind Network Channel" from
the pop-up menu.
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Advanced Se ngs
Sync Radio Configura on:
·I f enabled, frequency changes made by the network channel admin will
automa cally update this analog channel. (Use with cau on.)
Relay Mode (Repeater Bridge):
·W hen enabled, radio signals on this channel will be forwarded to the
bound network channel, and vice versa.
(Requires admin permissions. Contact the network channel creator for
authoriza on.)
7.3 Network Channel Management
All joined network channels are displayed in a list under the le -side Device
list menu.
To manage channels, click to switch to the Device List Menu.
Network Online Network Offline
Ac ve phone Audio Phone Muted
Manage Channel (edit/share/exit)
When the APP is running, all ac vated online network channels maintain real- me
connec ons. In this state, received voice messages support cross-channel real- me
playback.
Recommended Se ngs:To reduce interference, it is advised to mute or set infrequently
used network channels to offline status.
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7.4 Remote Link Management
This system allows the primary account to create network channels and
centrally manage frequency se ngs. Secondary accounts can join and
automa cally synchronize frequency updates.
Configura on Steps
1,Account Setup:Register two system accounts: Primary and Secondary.
2,Primary Account Ac ons
·L og in to the primary account.
·C reate a new network channel.
·C onfigure channel parameters:
· Receive/transmit frequencies
· Other relevant se ngs (CTCSS, power, etc.).
3,Secondary Account Ac ons (Android-only)
·L og in to the secondary account.
·J oin the network channel created by the primary account.
·Request "Admin" permissions.
·C onnect the radio and bind the network channel to an analog channel,
enabling the two selec on : Sync Radio Config & Relay Mode.
Frequency Synchroniza on
Once configured:Any frequency changes made by the primary account will
automa cally update on the secondary account’s bound channel.
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8. Automa c Satellite Tracking
This feature enables hands-free satellite tracking via the app, elimina ng
manual frequency adjustments. Once connected, your radio automa cally
adapts to the satellite’s frequency in real me for stable communica on.
Setup Instruc ons
1,Connect your radio to the app;
2,Switch to Map View, tap the search bar ,
and enter the target satellite name
(e.g., "ISS" or *"SO-50"*);
3,Click the satellite on the map;
4,Tap "Connect" — the system will:Calculate
the satellite’s orbit.and Con nuously adjust
your radio’s frequency as the satellite moves.
During Tracking
Frequency updates automa cally to maintain op mal signal.
No user interven on required (full Doppler shi compensa on).
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8.1 Satellite Data Management
When the satellite you need to track is not in the default list, follow these
steps to add custom satellite data:
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9. Other Func on 1,Voice Message Processing
·Received voice messages are automa cally
saved as recorded files.
·Tap the keyboard menu to open the func on
menu and select opera ons.
2,Voice Communica on Mode
·L ong-press the "Hold to Talk" bu on to switch
to voice communica on mode.
·To monitor audio on your phone, ensure is
set to "ON" (enables simultaneous playback
through both phone and radio speakers).
3,Search Func on
·P ress to ac vate the search bar and query
chat history by frequency or channel name.
4.Voice Message Analysis
·L ong-press a voice message to parse its
content(e.g., extract text, analyze signal
metrics).
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Parse/analyze the audio file
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7.Communica on Logs
All sent and received messages are recorded for review. To enable this
feature, ac vate the "Save Voice Records" op on in the APP se ngs and
select the desired reten on period. For large message volumes, use the
search func on and enter keywords to filter results.
8.Contacts
All valid received usernames are recorded chronologically. Use the <Nearby
Users> func on to ac vely search for addi onal contacts.
1.Calling a Contact
·Tap a contact to access individual op ons.
·C lick the Call Icon to send a call alert.
·T he recipient's radio and mobile device will ring simultaneously (if online).
2.Reques ng Loca on
·C lick the Loca on Icon to send a posi on request.
·I f the recipient has enabled "Allow Loca on Checks":
·T he system automa cally verifies channel availability.
·S ends current loca on once the channel is clear.
3.Viewing Ac vity Traces
·C heck a contact’s movement history on the map.
·F ilter traces by selected me ranges.
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9.Posi on Repor ng Map:
· APRS-registered users:
Data sent/received complies with APRS protocol and will be automa cally
transmi ed/received via gateways or simultaneously broadcast via radio
based on user configura ons.
· Non-APRS-registered users:
Data does not comply with APRS protocol and will only be transmi ed/
received via radio using the BSS protocol.
·N ot routed through internet gateways
·N ot decodable by APRS radio receiving equipment
10.Map View
User Search:On the map interface, click the
search bar , enter the name of the user
you want to search for. If the user exists,
click their avatar on the map, and the view
will automa cally center and follow them.
Map Modes :Map, Satellite Imagery,
Terrain,Space Sta on, Amateur Radio
Satellite.
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Posi oning : Click to automa cally return to your current real- me loca on.
Follow Mode : When enabled, only users marked as "Followed" are
displayed on the map.
Display Timeframe : Shows icons of other users on the map based on signals
received within the set me period.
User Opera on Func ons:
A. Send Message – Send messages (suppor ng Chinese, English, numbers,
and symbols) to the specified user.
B. Naviga on – A er entering route naviga on, the APP will display all
installed naviga on so ware for user selec on.
C. Follow/Unfollow – Enable or disable follow status for the selected user.
D. Track Management – Supports impor ng tracks from mul ple third
-party map apps and adding custom markers.
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APP SETTINGS
10.1 Channel Management
The APP includes preset frequencies. When
edi ng channels, you can quickly select
from exis ng channel frequencies.
·C lick to create a new channel frequency.
·C lick to search stored frequencies.
·C lick to import/export frequencies.
10.2 Group Management
The APP stores group lists. if need sync to
your radio:
1,Ensure the radio is connected.
2,Click to sync to the corresponding radio zone.
10.3 Offline Maps
The APP's built-in map system includes Google Terrain. Users can download
offline map packages as needed. In offline mode:
· Switching map modes will load and display all downloaded offline maps.
·D uring route naviga on, the APP will display all installed naviga on apps
for user selec on.
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10.4 Amateur Radio Satellites
·S upports adding custom satellites.
·D ele on is only allowed for user-added satellites (system default satellites
cannot be deleted). Language: Follows the system language se ng
10.5 System Se ngs of the mobile device.
Simple Mode:When enabled, only the
currently used channel is displayed on the
radio's channel interface (as shown in the
le figure).To restore the normal display,
disable Simple Mode.
Imperial Units:When enabled, all units are
converted to the imperial system
(e.g., miles, feet).
Keep Screen On:Prevents the phone screen
from turning off while the APP is ac ve for
convenient opera on.
Microphone Gain:Adjusts the microphone
sensi vity of the mobile device.
Note: Affects transmissions via the phone's
microphone for both network channels and
analog channels.
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10.6 Floa ng Window
This feature enables the radio status to be displayed as an overlay on top of
other applica ons while maintaining stable background opera on, facilita ng
cross-applica on mul tasking.
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10.9 Audible Tones
This feature enables users to customize start/end tones for PTT opera ons
within the APP, enhancing opera onal feedback and user experience.
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