Tait t2020 User Manual

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32 Alphanumeric Entry ModeAlphanumeric Entry ModeAlphanumeric entry mode allows you to select andexecute up to 20 programmed command sequencescalled alpha symbols. An alpha symbol can: change to a specific channel or scan group, dial a 5-tone or DTMF call, change the radio’s status, or any combination of these tasks.Note: Programmed alphanumeric entriesare required before this option is available.Selecting an Alpha Symbol1. Press the alphanumeric key ( ) to enteralphanumeric entry mode. The scrollingavailable indicator ( ) appears in the controlhead display, along with the last alpha symbolexecuted.2. Use the up and down scroll keys ( / )to move through the list of alpha symbols untilthe required label is displayed, orenter the alpha symbol label using the keypad. Astar appears in the display as you type each char-acter, until you have entered enough charactersfor the radio to recognize the label. The radiothen displays the label in full.3. Press the enter key ( ) to execute theassociated sequence of commands.4. Press the channel key ( ), and the displaychanges from the label to the channel name. Theradio may be programmed to display the channelname automatically.