How to Use

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Learn how to operate WhackerLinkFiveM's radio system effectively, including basic operations, advanced features, and best practices for roleplay scenarios.

Getting Started

Initial Setup

1. Set your Radio ID: /set_rid <your_id>

   /set_rid 1234

2. Load a Codeplug: /set_codeplug <codeplug_name>

   /set_codeplug police

3. Open the Radio: Use the configured keybind or /toggle_radio

Basic Radio Interface

When you open the radio, you'll see:

• Radio Model: Visual representation of your assigned radio
• Display Screen: Shows current zone, channel, and status information
• Signal Strength: RSSI indicator showing connection quality
• Battery Level: Current battery status (portable radios only)

Basic Operations

Powering On/Off

• Power Toggle: Press the power button on the radio interface
• Command: /power_toggle (if keybind is set)
• Auto-Power: Radio powers on automatically when opening interface

Changing Channels

• Channel Up: Use channel up button or assigned keybind
• Channel Down: Use channel down button or assigned keybind
• Commands:

  /channel_up
  /channel_down

Changing Zones

• Zone Up: Use zone up button or assigned keybind
• Zone Down: Use zone down button or assigned keybind
• Commands:

  /zone_up
  /zone_down

Push-to-Talk (PTT)

1. Hold PTT Key: Press and hold your configured PTT key
2. Voice Transmission: Speak while holding PTT
3. Release PTT: Release key to stop transmission

Default PTT behavior:

• Red TX indicator shows you're transmitting
• Other users hear your voice on the same talkgroup
• Automatic voice grant/release system

Advanced Features

Emergency Operations

Emergency Activation

• Emergency Button: Press the orange emergency button on radio
• Command: /emergency_toggle
• Keybind: Use configured emergency keybind

Emergency Features:

• Sends emergency alarm to dispatch
• Includes GPS location data
• Priority transmission capabilities
• Visual/audio emergency indicators

Emergency Response

When receiving an emergency:

• Orange emergency indicator appears
• Emergency tone plays
• Shows emergency unit ID
• Automatically clears after 5 seconds

Scanning Operations

Enable Scanning

• Scan Button: Press SCAN button on radio interface
• Functionality: Monitors multiple channels for activity
• Priority: Stops on active channels with traffic

Scan Behavior

• Scans through configured scan list
• Pauses on active channels
• Returns to home channel when no activity
• Yellow indicator shows scanning status

Signal Status

RSSI (Signal Strength)

• Check Signal: Press RSSI button on radio
• Display: Shows current signal strength in dBm
• Site Info: Displays current site ID

Signal Levels:

• 5 bars: Excellent signal
• 3-4 bars: Good signal
• 1-2 bars: Weak signal
• 0 bars: Out of range/site trunking

Site Trunking

• Status: "Site trunking" displayed when connecting
• Behavior: Radio searching for available sites
• Resolution: Move to area with better coverage

Volume Controls

• Volume Up: Increase audio volume
• Volume Down: Decrease audio volume
• Commands:

  /volume_up
  /volume_down

Radio Models and Features

Portable Radios (APX6000, APX7000, etc.)

• Full-featured interface
• Battery indicator
• Complete button layout
• Scanning capabilities
• Emergency functions

Mobile Radios (APX4500, XTL2500)

• Vehicle-mounted interface
• Enhanced display
• No battery indicator (powered by vehicle)
• Fixed mounting position

Scanner Models (SRX2200, UNIG5)

• Receive-only operation
• No PTT functionality
• Enhanced scanning features
• Multiple display modes

Commands Reference

Essential Commands

Command	Description	Example
/set_rid <id>	Set your radio ID	/set_rid 1234
/set_codeplug <name>	Load codeplug configuration	/set_codeplug police
/toggle_radio	Open/close radio interface	/toggle_radio

Operational Commands

Command	Description	Example
/emergency_toggle	Activate emergency alarm	/emergency_toggle
/channel_up	Switch to next channel	/channel_up
/channel_down	Switch to previous channel	/channel_down
/zone_up	Switch to next zone	/zone_up
/zone_down	Switch to previous zone	/zone_down

Administrative Commands

Command	Description	Example
/site_status <site> <status>	Change site status	/site_status 1 0
/clear_codeplug	Clear current codeplug	/clear_codeplug
/change_battery	Reset battery level	/change_battery

Site Status Values

• 1: Site online (normal operation)
• 0: Site offline (no service)
• 2: Site failsoft (limited service)

Keybinds Configuration

Default Keybinds

WhackerLinkFiveM supports customizable keybinds through FiveM's key mapping system:

• PTT: Not set by default (configure in FiveM settings)
• Toggle Radio: Not set by default
• Emergency: Not set by default
• Channel Up/Down: Not set by default
• Zone Up/Down: Not set by default

Setting Up Keybinds

1. Access FiveM settings (F1 → Settings → Key Bindings)
2. Find "WhackerLinkFiveM" category
3. Assign keys for each function:
   • whackerlinkfivem_ptt - Push to Talk
   • whackerlinkfivem_radio - Toggle Radio
   • whackerlinkfivem_emergency - Emergency
   • whackerlinkfivem_channel_up - Channel Up
   • whackerlinkfivem_channel_down - Channel Down

Roleplay Best Practices

Radio Discipline

• Clear Speech: Speak clearly and at appropriate volume
• Proper Callsigns: Use assigned callsigns and unit numbers
• Brief Communications: Keep transmissions concise
• Wait for Clear: Don't interrupt ongoing transmissions

Emergency Procedures

• Emergency Declaration: Clear statement of emergency type
• Location Information: Provide specific location details
• Situation Update: Brief status of emergency situation
• Maintain Communication: Stay on assigned frequency

Professional Communications

Example proper radio traffic:
"Dispatch, Unit 1-Adam-12"
"Unit 1-Adam-12, go ahead"
"Show me 10-8 and available for calls"
"Copy, Unit 1-Adam-12 10-8 at 1430 hours"

Troubleshooting In-Game Issues

Common Problems

"No Signal" or "Out of Range"

• Cause: Too far from radio sites
• Solution: Move closer to configured site locations
• Check: Site status with RSSI button

"Site Trunking" Message

• Cause: Radio searching for available sites
• Solution: Wait for connection or move to covered area
• Duration: Usually resolves within 2-5 seconds

Voice Not Working

• Check: PTT key is properly configured
• Verify: Microphone permissions in FiveM
• Confirm: On correct talkgroup/channel
• Test: Radio ID is properly set

Radio Interface Not Opening

• Verify: Resource is running on server
• Check: Keybind assignments
• Try: /toggle_radio command
• Confirm: No conflicting resources

Performance Issues

Audio Latency

• Reduce: Background applications
• Check: Network connection quality
• Adjust: FiveM audio settings
• Consider: Server performance

Frame Rate Drops

• Minimize: Radio interface when not needed
• Disable: Unnecessary visual effects
• Update: Graphics drivers
• Lower: FiveM graphics settings

Tips for Server Administrators

Player Education

• Provide keybind setup instructions
• Create radio procedure documentation
• Conduct training sessions
• Monitor radio discipline

Performance Monitoring

• Watch for high concurrent usage
• Monitor server resources
• Check WhackerLink server performance
• Plan for peak usage times

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Pro Tip

Practice radio operations in a private server or development environment before using in serious roleplay scenarios. Familiarity with the interface improves immersion and reduces mistakes.

Realistic Behavior

WhackerLinkFiveM simulates real P25 radio behavior. Features like site trunking, emergency alarms, and signal strength are designed to provide authentic radio experiences.