Hytera VM780 for Body-Worn Video and Field Communications
A body-worn video and communications solution combining event recording, Push-to-Talk capabilities, and supported positioning functions to help field teams document incidents and communicate with a monitoring center.
What Does the Solution Offer?
The solution can help organizations support field work through:
- Recording video and taking photos during field activity.
- Push-to-Talk voice communication over supported cellular or WLAN networks.
- Sharing live video and recorded material with a compatible monitoring system, where available and configured.
- GPS-based location information where the relevant functions are configured.
- Reviewing recorded incidents according to the organization’s operating procedures.
Available capabilities depend on the device version, compatible platform, connectivity, configuration and deployment. Not every installation includes live video, centralized recording, dispatch software, cloud storage or a subscription.
Hytera VM780
An LTE-enabled body camera with PoC communication, according to the manufacturer’s official website.
- 216° rotatable HD camera
- PoC over 3G, 4G and WLAN
- GPS, BDS, GLONASS and AGPS
- One-press emergency recording
Manufacturer status: discontinued — recommended model: SC780
Model status: Hytera’s official website lists VM780 as discontinued (discontinuation date: December 30, 2025) and recommends the SC780 model on the VM780 page. This page is therefore presented as a field-communications solution evaluation; device availability, supply and support are confirmed for each request.
Key VM780 Capabilities
Capabilities listed on the official product page; availability depends on version, platform and configuration.
Body-worn video recording
Record video during field activity, with one-press recording from the emergency key.
Rotatable camera
An HD lens that can be rotated vertically by 216° to adjust the recording angle to how the device is worn.
Push-to-Talk over Cellular
The device can serve as a PoC radio for voice communication over supported 3G, 4G or WLAN networks.
Sharing with a command center
Share live video, photos and audio recordings with a command center through a compatible, configured system.
Positioning
Support for GPS, BDS, GLONASS and AGPS to provide location information where the functions are configured.
Documentation and review
Material protected with AES256 encryption and digital signatures according to the manufacturer, for later review under your procedures and platform.
The manufacturer lists some features, such as starlight night vision and micro-gimbal stabilization, for the MGS version only. Version and specifications are confirmed before implementation.
Teams That Can Benefit
Realistic use cases that depend on each organization’s operations and approved policies.
Security and guarding teams
Document incidents during shifts and communicate with the monitoring center.
Patrol and inspection teams
Record observations on rounds and share updates when needed.
Transportation and logistics field personnel
Document handovers or incidents according to company procedures.
Facility operations
Support on-site operations teams with communication and documentation.
Field-service teams
Document work before and after service and stay in touch with supervisors.
Organizations requiring documented field incidents
Build a record of field incidents to support internal review.
The solution does not guarantee safety, crime prevention or uninterrupted streaming, nor the legal admissibility of recordings.
How Is the Solution Implemented?
Four steps from understanding your needs to organized use.
Assess requirements
Assess the organization’s field-video and communication requirements.
Confirm compatibility
Confirm the compatible device, platform, connectivity, accessories and their availability.
Configure
Configure the required recording and communication workflows where supported.
Train and set procedures
Train authorized users within the agreed scope and establish procedures for reviewing recordings.
A compatible dispatch or management platform is not automatically included; platform and service scope are defined in the agreed proposal.
Responsible Recording and Privacy
Organizations should establish clear policies before using video and audio recording, covering:
- When recording is and is not permitted.
- Who may access and review recordings.
- How long recordings are retained and how they are deleted.
- Review, documentation and reporting procedures.
Please note: video recording is not appropriate for every environment or use case. Access should be limited to authorized personnel and use should follow applicable requirements; this is general information, not legal advice.
How Does VM780 Differ From Other Solutions?
Each solution has a different primary purpose.
Hytera VM780
A body-worn camera with PoC communication functions, for field documentation and communication.
Hytera P50
A separate Push-to-Talk radio model, not a body-worn camera.
3CX
A business phone system with a different primary purpose from field communications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Short answers based on the manufacturer’s information.
What is Hytera VM780?
An LTE-enabled body camera from Hytera with a 216° rotatable HD camera and Push-to-Talk over Cellular (PoC) functions.
Can it support Push-to-Talk communication?
Yes. The manufacturer states it can serve as a PoC radio for voice communication over 3G, 4G or WLAN, depending on the configured network and platform.
Can it transmit live video to a compatible system?
The manufacturer states it can share live videos, photos and audio recordings with the command center. This requires a compatible system, suitable connectivity and configuration, and is not part of every installation.
Does the solution require a compatible platform or subscription?
Functions such as live video, centralized recording and dispatch depend on a compatible platform and may require licences or subscriptions, depending on the chosen solution. This is defined in the proposal.
Is GPS functionality equivalent to a fleet-tracking solution?
No. The device can provide location information for the field user where configured, while fleet tracking relies on vehicle-installed devices and a dedicated tracking platform.
How should an organization handle recorded video and audio?
Through policies that define access rights, retention periods and review procedures, in line with applicable requirements.
Is VM780 still available for sale?
Hytera lists VM780 as discontinued since December 30, 2025. We do not confirm local availability or pricing until supply has been verified for each request.
What replacement model does the manufacturer identify?
Hytera’s VM780 page points to the SC780 as its recommended model. Its specifications and availability are verified before it is included in any solution.
Discuss Your Field Documentation and Communication Needs
Tell us about your field teams and recording and communication requirements so we can assess suitable devices, platforms and availability.