65Using the Digital GM FunctionUsing the Digital GM Function(Digital Group Monitor Function)What is the GM function?The Digital GM (Group Monitor) Function automatically checks if there is anothertransceiver operating on the same frequency with the GM function within transmissionrange, and displays the direction, distance and other information for each detectedcallsign on the LCD. This convenient function not only lets you know if a friend iswithin transmission range, but also enables instant confirmation of position informationbetween group members. Furthermore, by using this function, you can send messagesand images between group members.CautionThe GM function does not function in the analog mode. Using the % key, switch the communicationmode to AMS (Auto Mode Select Function) or digital mode.TipWhen transmitting image data while GM function is active, the transmission mode automaticallyswitches to FR mode (High Speed Data Communication Mode).The transmission mode willautomatically return to the previous V/D mode (Voice/Data Simultaneous Communication Mode).Standard Operation of the GM FunctionUsing the GM FunctionThere are 2 ways of using the Digital GM Function.(1) Show all stations (up to 24 stations) operating with the GM function.(2) Register IDs of friends in a group and use it only between registered members. Displaying all stations (up to 24 stations) operating with the GM function.1 Adjust frequency to A band.2 Press D to open the group list.3 Turn O to select [ALL].4 Press H.The ID, distance, and direction of all stations (up to 24)within communication range operating with the GM functionon the same frequency are displayed.If there are more than 3 stations, turn O to scroll throughthe display.When the GM function is active, not only can you verify if a station is in or out ofcommunication range but the position (direction and distance) information as well.DirectionIn rangeOut of rangeDistanceExample of display when ALL is selectedGroup List Screen
