Motorola APX 8500 User Manual

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GENERAL RADIO OPERATION
Switching Between Repeater or Direct Operation Button
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The Repeater Operation increases the radio
coverage area by connecting with other radios
through a repeater. The transmit and receive
frequencies are different.
The Direct or Talkaround Operation allows you to
bypass the repeater and connect directly to another
radio.
The transmit and receive frequencies are the same.
Procedure:
[Preprogrammed Button]
Press the preprogrammed Repeater/Direct switch to
toggle between talkaround and repeater modes.
OR
[Menu]
1. From the home screen, scroll left or right to Dir.
2. Press the Menu Select button directly below Dir.
The display shows Repeater mode if the radio
is currently in Repeater mode.
OR
The display shows Direct mode and the
Talkaround icon if the radio is currently in Direct
mode (during conventional operation only).

Motorola APX 8500 Specifications

General

GPS	Yes
Bluetooth	Yes
Frequency Bands	VHF, UHF, 700/800 MHz
Encryption	DES
Wi-Fi	Yes
Technology	P25
Operating Temperature	-30°C to +60°C