How to Utilize the ‘Hot Mic’ Function on the React Device During an Alert

In this article, you will learn how to utilize the 'hot mic' function on the React Device during an alert.

1. To initiate an alert in case of emergency, press the main button 5 times in rapid succession.

   

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2. The React Device LED will begin flashing RED, indicating the device is in an alert state.
   • Once the alert is initiated, the device will disconnect from its home channel, then create and join a separate alert channel.
3. Once a Responder with a voice license chooses to respond to the alert, the React Device will become a 'Hot Mic', meaning the Responder can listen in on the device, either from the mobile application or the online Portal.
   • While the device is in 'Hot Mic' state, it is unnecessary to press and hold the button to send voice communications.
4. The React Device LED will begin to flash BLUE and RED once a Responder joins the alert.
5. At this time, Responders can evaluate the situation, and interrupt the 'Hot Mic' to communicate via Push-To-Talk with the React Device if necessary.
6. After the Responder finishes their Push-To-Talk, the React Device will return to 'Hot Mic' status, allowing Responders to resume listening in on the device.
7. Continue to work with Responders to resolve the situation. 
8. Once Responders confirm the user is safe, they can resolve the alert via the online Portal or the mobile application. 
9. When the alert is resolved, the flashing RED LED for the React Device will stop, then change to a GREEN LED for 5 seconds. At this time, the device will disconnect from the alert channel, join back to its home channel, then resume its use as a radio.