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What does PTT mean in normal VHF operation?

Short answer

Push to talk: hold while speaking, then release to receive

PTT switches the set from receive to transmit. Hold it only while speaking and release it promptly so the radio can receive the reply.

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What does PTT mean in normal VHF operation?