Two-way Radio Troubleshooting Guide
A list of common problems and solutions.
NOTE: ALMR Operations Management Office has received expressed permission (on file) from Discount Two-Way Radio Corporation to provide a link on this guide. The guide is presented for informational purposes only. Agencies with equipment problems that they are unable to resolve themselves should contact an authorized radio servicing agent. (see Approved Equipment list)
Upcoming Training for 2026
Below are the planned training topics for 2026 training. Please watch the ALMR X (formerly Twitter) account (@ALMR_SOA) for any announcements or for an email from the Operations Management Office for dates and times. Note: Training topics are subject to change.
- Utilizing the ALMR YouTube Channel
- Transportable ALMR Units
- RF Safety Awareness
- Batteries and Chargers
- Scanning with ALMR
- APX Next technology
Previous Presentations:
Town Hall Meetings
Training
- ALMR Basic Academy – Fairbanks October 2024
ALMR for the Dispatch Operator - Astro Portable Training
- XTS 5000 Portable Operations Manual
- E-Button
- Statewide ADMIN Zone
- IC Zone to Interoperability Zone Transition Plan
- MCC7500 Dispatch Console Elite Operator Flipbook (Please contact the OMO for an electronic copy.)
Hands-on Radio Training
