What are Dispatch Timers?
Sonoran CAD allows users to create custom dispatch timers. Some example use cases of these timers are as follows:- Creating a 10 minute pursuit timer before authorizing a pit maneuver
- Reminders to periodically check in on a unit
- Reminders to check in on a specific dispatch call
Creating a New Timer
Dispatch timers can be created through multiple different shortcuts.Via the Timer Panel
From the start menu:Unit Management > Timers
Press New to create a new timer.
Drag-And-Drop to Tab
If you have the timer panel tab minimized or pinned, you can drag a unit, group, or dispatch call right to the tab.
From the Context Menu
Left click on a unit ID, group name, or dispatch call ID:Timers > New Timer
Editing a Timer
Via Timer Panel
The timer panel has options to start, pause, restart, and remove a timer. Additionally, you can expand the timer to change the name and duration.
Via the Context Menu
When a unit, group, or call is attached to a timer you can click on the timer icon. A timer menu will be displayed, allowing you to start, pause, restart, or clear the timer’s attachment.
Timer Attachments
You can attach a unit, group, or call to a timer. This will display a timer icon next to the attached unit or call. You can hover over this icon to view the remaining time, or click on it for the timer context menu.Via Drag-And-Drop
In addition to dragging a unit, group, or dispatch call to a minimized tab you can also drag it to a timer in the panel.
Via Context Menu
Click on a unit, group, or dispatch call:Timers > Select a Timer
