> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.cadmus-cad.app/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Mobile CAD

> Documentation for the Cadmus mobile MDT app used by patrol deputies, fire, and EMS in the field.

Documentation for the Cadmus mobile MDT app used by patrol deputies, fire, and EMS in the field. Mobile CAD shows the same calls dispatchers create in **Dispatch CAD** and reflects agency settings from **Web Admin**.

## Who this is for

* Patrol deputies and field responders
* Touchscreen MDT users
* Supervisors training new officers

## New officer: start here

<Steps>
  <Step title="Set your unit">
    Confirm your **call sign / unit** in [Profile and unit](/mobile/profile-and-unit) before shift.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Review your calls">
    Open [Calls list](/mobile/calls-list) — use **MY CALLS** for assignments.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Work a call">
    Tap a row for [Call details](/mobile/call-details); update [Unit status](/mobile/unit-status) as you respond.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Close or hand off">
    Follow agency policy for [Close call](/mobile/close-call) or RTF (report to follow).
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Documentation map

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Calls & status" icon="radio" href="/mobile/calls-list">
    Call list, detail, close, unit status, dispatch notes, and history search.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Field tools" icon="map" href="/mobile/map-and-navigation">
    Map, BOLOs, unit chat, calendar, evidence capture, and voice alerts.
  </Card>

  <Card title="NCIC & enforcement" icon="shield-check" href="/mobile/ncic-overview">
    NCIC queries and e-citations on the MDT.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Device & connectivity" icon="wifi" href="/mobile/connectivity-offline">
    Profile, offline behavior, settings, display, and training mode.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Calls and status

| Topic          | Guide                                                                   |
| -------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Call list      | [Calls list](/mobile/calls-list)                                        |
| Working a call | [Call details](/mobile/call-details) · [Close call](/mobile/close-call) |
| Unit status    | [Unit status](/mobile/unit-status)                                      |
| Notes          | [Dispatch notes](/mobile/dispatch-notes)                                |
| History search | [Find a call](/mobile/find-a-call)                                      |

## NCIC and enforcement

| Topic        | Guide                                               |
| ------------ | --------------------------------------------------- |
| NCIC queries | [NCIC overview](/mobile/ncic-overview)              |
| E-citations  | [E-citations overview](/mobile/ecitations-overview) |

## Field tools

| Topic            | Guide                                              |
| ---------------- | -------------------------------------------------- |
| Dashboard        | [Dashboard overview](/mobile/dashboard-overview)   |
| Map              | [Map and navigation](/mobile/map-and-navigation)   |
| BOLOs & warrants | [BOLOs and warrants](/mobile/bolos-and-warrants)   |
| Unit chat        | [Unit chat and dispatch alerts](/mobile/unit-chat) |
| Unit calendar    | [Unit calendar](/mobile/unit-calendar)             |
| Evidence photos  | [Evidence capture](/mobile/evidence-capture)       |
| Voice alerts     | [Voice alerts](/mobile/voice-alerts)               |

## Device and connectivity

| Topic             | Guide                                                    |
| ----------------- | -------------------------------------------------------- |
| Profile and unit  | [Profile and unit](/mobile/profile-and-unit)             |
| Network / offline | [Connectivity and offline](/mobile/connectivity-offline) |
| Settings          | [Settings and display](/mobile/settings-and-display)     |
| Training          | [Training mode](/mobile/training-mode)                   |

<Tip>
  Set your **unit / call sign** via admin — see [Profile and unit](/mobile/profile-and-unit). Use **Training Mode** for practice without affecting citations or NCIC submissions.
</Tip>

## Related documentation

* **[Dispatch CAD](/dispatch/introduction)** — dispatcher workflows, command line, and SMS from call detail
* **[Web Admin](/admin/introduction)** — agency settings that enable NCIC, traffic stops, and notifications

<Warning>
  Voice alerts use device volume — adjust before shift. NCIC and CJIS data must stay on approved channels per agency policy.
</Warning>