User Resources

Beacon now includes a Push-to-Talk (PTT) interface conveniently located in the home screen

See how it works:

1. Auto-play On/Off button — When the auto-play button is green, audio messages sent from other responders will play automatically at the volume you have set for media reproduction in your device.
   *** Please be aware that if the media volume setting on your device is set to a low volume, you might not hear the voice messages when they are played.
2. Push-To-Talk button — Press and hold this button to record a voice message; the icon will turn red and a counter will display the recording time elapsed. Release the button to send the message.
   * Microphone access permissions are required in order to use this feature. In case you dismissed the permission dialog, please go to your device settings and allow Beacon to use the microphone on your device.
   

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Additional Notes

• The Beacon app should be open in the foreground or background for the feature to autoplay the voice message. If the app is terminated (swiped close) the (PTT) functionality will not work as described above.
• The messages are limited to 30 seconds and will be deleted after 24 hours.
• All Push-to-Talk interaction will be held on the “All Chat” of your agency account meaning every user under your Beacon account will have access to them