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Difference between call types

Wireman121

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Programming a radio to go off when a Quick-Call II tone is detected. It is working, but I am curious about the different "Call Types" in the settings. I have "Sel Cal" "Call Alert" and "Call Alert w/ Voice". I can't seem to see a difference between the 3 options, but I'm sure there must be?
 

ramal121

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Sel Call (selective call) is used for a private conversation between an individual or select group of radios. Will time out after use and revert to regular channel parameters.

Call Alert. Provides audio and visual indications that a radio has been paged and needs to respond back.

Call Alert w/Voice. Same as Call Alert but adds a voice announcement after the page.
 
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