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PTT
3.Release 
when you have finished speaking. Your listener will hear a beep (called a roger tone) to confirm you have finished speaking. They can then speak to you.
When you are transmitting you will notice the LCD outline stops flashing and becomes permanently lit.
Sending call tone
To alert other radios in your group that you want to communicate with them, you can send a call tone. This can also help you find a misplaced radio.
1.Press 
. Both your radio and the other radios in your group will sound a call tone.
Listen to another radio
When switched on, your BT Freeway Mini is always in
PTT
standby reception when the 
is not being pressed and you are not changing any of the settings. Provided the other radio is using the same channel, you will hear them speak.
It is recommended that you do not use your radios closer than 1.5 metres apart to avoid interference.
Your radios have a range of up to 3km. However, the range is affected by the environment or terrain in which it is being used.
To obtain the maximum range, use in clear line of site situations. Obstructions between the radios (e.g. buildings) will greatly reduce the range achieved.