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Can I leave the VTAC rocker switch turned on to keep the repeater in standby mode all of the time?

April 26, 2017leave mode Repeater rocker standby Switch time turned VTAC

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Can I leave the VTAC rocker switch turned on to keep the repeater in standby mode all of the time?

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No. A distance and velocity parameter is incorporated to disable the repeater if the switch is left turned on. The velocity parameter is set to 35 MPH and the distance parameter is set to 1,320 feet (0.25 mile). If the switch is left on and either one of these parameters are met, the VTAC automatically disables and the audible confirmation tones will sound. You must manually return the switch to the off position prior to using the repeater again. This design is incorporated to prevent “drive by” repeaters from causing unintentional portable attachment.