® ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III User Guide 68P81094C06-O Document Creation Date: 5/2/01 Document Modification Date: 8/27/01
Preface Before operating your radio, please review the “Safety and General Information” section in the front of this user guide. Also, be sure to retain this publication for future reference. Computer Software Copyrights The Motorola products described in this manual may include copyrighted Motorola computer programs stored in semiconductor memories or other media.
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III Radio Quick Reference Card 3-Position Rotary Switch ______ 16-Position Select Knob Select a Channel 3 Method 1: Using the Select Knob After selecting the desired zone, turn the 16position Select Knob to the desired channel. Method 2: Using the Menu Send an Emergency Call &+$1 1 Press U until 2 Press D, E, or F directly below &+$1. On/Off/ Volume Knob Top Button _______ Top Side Button _______ Speaker/Mic 3 Press U until channel you desire is shown.
Display Status Symbols H L m p p s b Page %$77 Smart Battery 26 3:5 TX Power Level 41 Call Received. Receiving an individual call &$// Private Call 69 6&$1 Scan On/Off 62 5$',2 /2&. Radio Lock 43 6,7( Site Lock 81 676 Status Call 75 087( Keypad Mute 45 9,(: Viewing a List 54 &+$1 Select a Channel 34 =21( Select a Zone 33 ',5 Repeater/Direct 77 3$*( Call Alert Page 71 3+21 Phone 65 Received Signal Strength Indication (RSSI).
Contents Safety and General Information Transmit and Receive Procedure ...................................................... 1 Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy .............................................. 1 Two-Way Radio Operation ......................................................... 2 Body-Worn Operation ................................................................. 2 Antenna Care ............................................................................. 3 Approved Accessories ..............
Contents General Radio Operation Notations Used in This Manual ........................................................11 XTS 2500 Model III Radio ...............................................................12 Physical Features of the Radio ........................................................13 Programmable Features ..................................................................14 Display .............................................................................................14 Backlight ...
Contents Turn the Radio Off .................................................................... 32 Zones and Channels ....................................................................... 33 Select a Zone ........................................................................... 33 Use the Menu..................................................................... 33 Use the Preprogrammed Zone Switch ............................... 34 Select a Channel .....................................................
Contents Edit a Call, Page, or Phone List Name .....................................59 Use the Menu ..................................................................... 59 Use the Preprogrammed Text Select Button...................... 60 Scan ................................................................................................62 Turn Scan On and Off ...............................................................62 Using the Menu ..................................................................
Contents View Your Radio’s ID Number .................................................. 79 Use the Menu..................................................................... 79 Use the Preprogrammed Call or Page Button.................... 79 Trunking System Controls ............................................................... 80 Failsoft ...................................................................................... 80 Out-of-Range ..................................................................
Contents Glossary Commercial Warranty Index vi
Safety and General Information IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SAFE AND EFFICIENT OPERATION READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE USING YOUR MOTOROLA TWO-WAY RADIO The information provided in this document supersedes the general safety information contained in user guides published prior to June 2001. For information regarding radio use in a hazardous atmosphere please refer to the Factory Mutual (FM) Approval Manual Supplement or Instruction Card, which is included with radio models that offer this capability.
Safety and General Information • Australian Communications Authority Radiocommunications (Electromagnetic Radiation - Human Exposure) Standard 1999 (applicable to wireless phones only) • ANATEL, Brasil Regulatory Authority, Resolution 256 (April 11, 2001) “additional requirements for SMR, cellular and PCS product certification.
Safety and General Information Antenna Care Use only the supplied or an approved replacement antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the radio and may violate FCC regulations. DO NOT hold the antenna when the radio is “IN USE.” Holding the antenna affects call quality and may cause the radio to operate at a higher power level than needed. Approved Accessories For a list of approved Motorola accessories look in the appendix or accessory section of this manual.
Safety and General Information recommendations are consistent with those of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Persons with pacemakers should: • ALWAYS keep the radio more than 6 inches (15 centimeters) from their pacemaker when the radio is turned ON. • not carry the radio in the breast pocket. • use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential for interference. • turn the radio OFF immediately if you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place.
Safety and General Information Operational Warnings For Vehicles With an Air Bag ! WARNING Do not place a portable radio in the area over an air bag or in the air bag deployment area. Air bags inflate with great force. If a portable radio is placed in the air bag deployment area and the air bag inflates, the radio may be propelled with great force and cause serious injury to occupants of the vehicle.
Safety and General Information Operational Cautions ! Caution Antennas Do not use any portable radio that has a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into contact with your skin, a minor burn can result. Batteries All batteries can cause property damage and/or bodily injury such as burns if a conductive material such as jewelry, keys, or beaded chains touches exposed terminals. The conductive material may complete an electrical circuit (short circuit) and become quite hot.
Safety and General Information Intrinsically Safe Radio Information FMRC Approved Equipment Anyone intending to use a radio in a location where hazardous concentrations of flammable materials exist (hazardous atmosphere) is advised to become familiar with the subject of intrinsic safety and with the National Electric Code NFPA 70 (National Fire Protection Association) Article 500 (hazardous [classified] locations).
Safety and General Information • Do not operate radio communications equipment in a hazardous atmosphere unless it is a type especially qualified (for example, FMRC Approved) for such use. An explosion or fire may result. • Do not operate an FMRC Approved Product in a hazardous atmosphere if it has been physically damaged (for example, cracked housing). An explosion or fire may result. • Do not replace or charge batteries in a hazardous atmosphere.
Safety and General Information • Failure to use an FMRC Approved Product unit with an FMRC Approved battery or FMRC Approved accessories specifically approved for that product may result in the dangerously unsafe condition of an unapproved radio combination being used in a hazardous location. • Unauthorized or incorrect modification of an FMRC Approved Product unit will negate the Approval rating of the product.
Safety and General Information Items not considered as repairs are those in which an action is performed on a unit which does not require the outer casing of the unit to be opened in a manner which exposes the internal electrical circuits of the unit. You do not have to be an FMRC Approved Repair Facility to perform these actions.
General Radio Operation Notations Used in This Manual You will notice the use of WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, and Notes throughout this manual. These notations are used to emphasis that safety hazards exist and that care must be taken or observed. WARNING: An operational procedure, practice, condition, etc. exists which may result in injury or death if not carefully observed. ! WARNING ! CAUTION: An operational procedure, practice, condition, etc.
General Radio Operation XTS 2500 Model III Radio 10 1 11 12 2 3 13 14 4 15 5 6 16 17 7 18 8 19 9 20 12
General Radio Operation Physical Features of the Radio Item Page Item 27 11 3-Position Rotary Switch (programmable) 1 Antenna 2 Top Button (programmable) 3 LED 4 Speaker 5 Universal Connector 29 15 Push-to-Talk (PTT) Button 6 Display 14 16 Side Button 1 (programmable) 7 Menu Select Buttons (programmable) 17 17 Side Button 2 (programmable) 8 Alpha Button (for future use) 9 Keypad 12 On/Off/Volume Control Knob 21 Page 32 13 Microphone 14 Top Side Button (programmable) 20 10
General Radio Operation Programmable Features These features are programmable by a qualified technician: Feature Page Feature Page Call Alert Page 71 Repeater/Direct 77 Call Response 64 Scan On/Off 62 Channel Selection 34 Site Lock/Unlock 81 Emergency 49 Site Search 82 Keypad Mute 45 Status Call 75 Monitor 38 Text Select 60 Number Select 57 Transmit Power Level 41 Phone 64 Volume Set 37 PL Defeat 47 Zone Selection 33 Private Call 68 Display $0 7$%&'()*+,-.
General Radio Operation Backlight If poor light conditions make the display or channel numbers (around the 16-Position Select knob) difficult to read, turn on the radio’s backlights by pressing the Light button. These lights will remain on for a preprogrammed time before they turn off automatically, or you can turn them off immediately by pressing the Light button again. Status Symbols The top two rows in the display contain symbols indicating the radio’s status.
General Radio Operation Table 1: Status Symbols Symbol Indication Page 3 Talkaround. • On = Talking directly to another radio, not through a repeater. Conventional operation only. 77 • Off = Talking through a repeater. Monitor (Carrier Squelch). The selected channel is being monitored. Conventional operation only. 38 Scan. The radio is scanning a scan list. 62 ) Emergency. The radio enters the Emergency State.
General Radio Operation Menu Select Buttons The Menu Select buttons access the menu entries of features that have been activated by a qualified radio technician. Your radio may be programmed differently from the following example, but the display for selecting Scan on or off might look like this: 6&$1 softkey 21 2)) softkey 3 Menu Select Buttons Example: To turn scan on Press D. The display shows the selected state.
General Radio Operation Menu Selection Features In most cases, press U to display the following feature selections.
General Radio Operation Home Button (h) The Home button will always return you to the home (default) display. In most cases, this is the current mode. Some radio features require saving information in memory. Pressing the Home button while using those features will cause information to be saved before going to the home display. Some features do not require you to press the Home button to go to the home display. This reduces the required number of button presses. W@P™ Button Reserved for future use.
General Radio Operation Keypad The 3 x 4 alphanumeric keypad provides an interface to your radio’s features. The keypad functions in a manner similar to a standard telephone keypad when entering numeric digits. When the keypad is used to edit a list, each key can generate different characters of the alphabet. Refer to the following table for a complete list of characters.
General Radio Operation LED Indicators This LED Color: indicates: RED (Non-flashing) Transmitting RED (Flashing) • Channel Busy or • Low Battery (lights while transmitting) GREEN Receiving Individual Call Alert Tones Your radio uses alert tones to inform you of radio conditions. Table 2: Alert Tones You hear: Short, Low-Pitched Tone Tone Name Heard : Invalid Key-Press when the wrong key is pressed. Radio Self-Test Failed when the radio fails the power-up self test.
General Radio Operation Table 2: Alert Tones (Continued) You hear: Tone Name Time-Out Timer Timed Out after time out. Talk Prohibit/ PTT Inhibit when the PTT button is pressed, and transmissions are prevented. Out-of-Range when the PTT button is pressed, but the radio is out of range of the system. Invalid Mode when the radio is set to an unprogrammed channel. Individual Call Warning Tone when the radio is in Individual Call without any activity for more than 6 seconds.
General Radio Operation Table 2: Alert Tones (Continued) You hear: A Group of MediumPitched Tones Short, HighPitched Tone (Chirp) Ringing Tone Name Heard : Failsoft when the system fails. Automatic Call Back when the voice channel is available from the previous request. Talk Permit upon pressing the PTT button, it verifies the system is accepting transmissions. Console Acknowledge when a status, emergency alarm, or reprogram request acknowledgment is received.
General Radio Operation Standard Accessories Battery To avoid a possible explosion: ! • DO NOT replace the battery in any area labeled “hazardous atmosphere”. • DO NOT discard batteries in a fire. WARNING Charge the Battery The Motorola-approved battery shipped with your radio is uncharged. Prior to using a new battery, charge it for a minimum of 16 hours to ensure optimum capacity and performance.
General Radio Operation Attach the Battery 1 With the radio off, fit the three extensions at the bottom of the battery into the bottom slots on the radio. 2 Press the top of the battery against the radio until it clicks into place. Remove the Battery 1 With the radio off, slide down the latches on the sides of the battery. 2 Pull the top of the battery away from the radio.
General Radio Operation Smart Battery Condition This feature lets you view the condition of your Smart Battery. Use the Menu 1 Press U to find %$77. %$77 2 Press D, E, or F directly below %$77. &$3$&,7< ,1,7 (67 &+*6 Note: If a Smart Battery is not powering your radio 60$57 %$77 '$7$ 127 $9$,/$%/( 3 Press h to exit. Use the Preprogrammed Smart Battery Button (Smart Battery Only) 1 Press the Smart Battery button.
General Radio Operation Antenna Your radio’s operating frequency is 764 to 870 MHz. For information regarding other available antennas, see page 91. Attach the Antenna With the radio off, turn the antenna clockwise to attach it. Remove the Antenna With the radio off, turn the antenna counter-clockwise to remove it.
General Radio Operation Belt Clip Attach the Belt Clip 1 Align the grooves of the belt clip with those of the battery. 2 Press the belt clip downward until you clear a “click.” Remove the Belt Clip 1 Use a flat-bladed object to press the belt clip tab away from the battery. 2 Slide the belt clip upward to remove it.
General Radio Operation Universal Connector Cover The universal connector cover is located on the antenna side of the radio. It is used to connect certain accessories to the radio. To prevent damage to the connector, shield it with the connector cover when not in use. Remove the Connector Cover 1 Insert a flat-blade screwdriver into the area between the bottom of the cover and the slot below the connector.
General Radio Operation Remote Speaker Microphone Adapter The Remote Speaker Microphone (RSM) adapter is located on the back of the radio, just above the battery. It must be used to connect the RSM accessories (see page 53) to the radio. Remove the Adapter Lift the larger side (below the antenna port) of the adapter away from the radio using your finger.
General Radio Operation 2 Snap the larger end of the adapter into place in the shroud indent, below the antenna port.
General Radio Operation Radio On and Off Turn the Radio On 1 • • Turn the On/Off/Volume Control knob clockwise. If the power-up test is successful, you will see 6HOI 7HVW If the power-up test is unsuccessful, you will see (5525 ;; <<. (;; << is an alphanumeric code.) Turn off the radio, check the battery, and turn the radio on again. If the radio continues to fail the power-up test, record the (5525 ;; << code and contact a qualified service technician.
General Radio Operation Zones and Channels A zone is a grouping of channels. A channel is a group of radio characteristics, such as transmit/receive frequency pairs. Before you use your radio to receive or send messages, you should select the zone and channel. Select a Zone Use the Menu 1 Press U to find =21(. =21( 2 3 4 Press D, E, or F directly below =21(. The current zone (in this case, 32/) flashes and the channel name (',63 1:), does not flash. Press U to find the zone you want.
General Radio Operation Use the Preprogrammed Zone Switch 1 If a control on your radio has been preprogrammed as the Zone Switch, move the Zone Switch to the position for the zone you want. Note: If the zone you selected is unprogrammed, repeat step 1. 2 ),5( ',63 1: 81352*5$00(' Press h to confirm the displayed zone and channel. Select a Channel Consult an authorized service technician for the right choice between the following methods.
General Radio Operation Method 2: Use the Menu 1 Press U to find &+$1. &+$1 2 Press D, E, or F directly below &+$1. 32/ ',63 1: The display shows the current channel name (in this case, ',63 1:) flashing and the zone (32/), not flashing. 3 Press U to find the channel name you want. OR Use the keypad to enter the channel number. If the channel you selected is unprogrammed, repeat step 3. 4 81352*5$00(' Press h to confirm the displayed zone and channel.
General Radio Operation Receive / Transmit Without Using the Volume Set and Monitor Buttons 1 Turn the radio on and select the desired zone and channel. 2 Listen for a transmission. 3 Adjust the Volume Control knob if necessary. 4 Release the Volume Set button. 5 Press and hold the PTT button to transmit. The LED lights RED while transmitting. 6 Release the PTT button to receive (listen).
General Radio Operation Use Preprogrammed Volume Set Button 1 Turn the radio on and select the desired zone and channel. See Turn the Radio On, page 32 and Zones and Channels, page 33. 2 Press and hold the Volume Set button to hear the volume set tone. 3 Release the Volume Set button. 4 Adjust the Volume Control Knob if necessary. 5 Press and hold the PTT button to transmit. LED lights RED while transmitting. 6 Release PTT button to receive (listen).
General Radio Operation Use the Preprogrammed Monitor Button 1 Turn the radio on and select the desired zone and channel. 2 Press the Monitor button and listen for activity. (See the following Conventional Mode Operation.) 3 Adjust the Volume Control Knob if necessary. 4 Press and hold the PTT button to transmit. The LED lights RED while transmitting. 5 Release the PTT button to receive (listen).
General Radio Operation Conventional Mode Operation Your radio may be programmed to receive Private-Line® (PL) calls. 1 Momentarily press the Monitor button to listen for activity. The Carrier Squelch indicator is displayed. 2 Press and hold the Monitor button to set continuous monitor operation. (The duration of the button press is programmable.) 3 Press the Monitor button again, or the PTT button, to return to the original squelch setting.
General Radio Operation Notes 40
Common Radio Features Selectable Power Level This feature lets you select the power level at which your radio will transmit. The radio will always turn on to the preprogrammed default setting. Select LOW for a shorter transmitting distance and to conserve power. Select HIGH for a longer transmitting distance. Use the Menu 1 Press U to find 3:5. 2 Press D, E, or F directly below 3:5. 3:5 L or H The display shows the current power level (L or H) along with /2: and +,*+.
Common Radio Features Use the Preprogrammed Transmit Power Level Switch 1 Press U to find 3:5. 2 Press D, E, or F directly below 3:5. The current power level is displayed along with /2: and +,*+. 3 Press the preprogrammed Transmit Power Level switch to select /2:. Press it again to select +,*+. The new transmit power level is saved. Radio returns to home display. Note: The default setting returns when you turn the radio off and on.
Common Radio Features Radio Lock This feature provides stronger radio security. If this feature is enabled by a qualified technician, you will you will see 5$',2 /2&. when you turn the radio on. Unlock Your Radio 1 Enter your numeric password of up to 8 characters. To hide your password, an asterisk appears in place of each digit. (Use V to backspace if you make a mistake.) 2 Press the preprogrammed Select button after you enter your password.
Common Radio Features Change Your Password 1 Press U to find 36:'. 36:' 2 Press D, E, or F directly below 36:'. 2/' 3$66:25' 3 Enter the old password. 6(/ 4 Press D, E, or F directly below 6(/. 6(/ 5 Press the side button. 1(: 3$66:25' 6 Enter new password. 6(/ 7 Press D, E, or F directly below 6(/. 6(/ &21),50 8 Re-enter password. 9 Press D, E, or F directly below 6(/. Repeat steps 6 thru 9.
Common Radio Features Mute or Unmute Keypad Tones You can turn the keypad tones off and on. Use the Menu 1 Press U to find 087(. 087( 2 Press D, E, or F directly below 087(. The current state is shown. 721(6 2)) or 721(6 21 3 Press D, E, or F directly below 21 or 2)) Note: Press the h or the PTT button to exit without saving changes. Using the Preprogrammed Side Button Press the preprogrammed side button to turn the tones off or on.
Common Radio Features Conventional Squelch Options Analog Squelch Tone Private Line (PL), Digital Private-Line (DPL), network ID, and carrier squelch can be available (programmed) per channel. Network ID is available only on ASTRO “digital” channels. When in... Carrier squelch (C) this condition occurs: You hear all traffic on a channel. PL, DPL, or network ID The radio responds only to your messages. Digital Squelch One or more of the following options may be programmed in your radio.
Common Radio Features PL Defeat With this feature, you can override any coded squelch (DPL, PL, or network ID) that might be programmed to a channel. 1 Place the preprogrammed PL Defeat switch in the PL Defeat position. You can now hear any activity on the channel. The radio is muted if no activity is present. When this feature is active, the Carrier Squelch status indicator (C) will be displayed.
Common Radio Features Time-out Timer The time-out timer turns off your radio’s transmitter. The timer is set for 60 seconds at the factory, but it can be programmed from 0 to 7.75 minutes (465 seconds) by a qualified radio technician. 1 2 3 48 Hold down the PTT longer than the programmed time. You will hear a short, lowpitched warning tone, the transmission is cut-off, and the LED will go out until you release the PTT.
Common Radio Features Emergency If the top (orange) button is programmed to send an emergency signal, then this signal overrides any other communications over the selected channel. Your radio may be programmed for • Emergency Alarm • Emergency Alarm with Emergency Call • Silent Emergency Alarm, or • Emergency Call.
Common Radio Features Send an Emergency Alarm An Emergency Alarm will send a data transmission to the dispatcher, identifying the radio sending the emergency 1 With your radio turned on, press the Emergency button. The current zone/ channel is displayed alternately with (0(5*(1&<, the LED lights RED, and a short, mediumpitched tone sounds. When you receive the dispatcher’s acknowledgment, four beeps sound and the alarm ends. If no acknowledgment is received, the radio exits after the alarm end.
Common Radio Features 2 Exit the Emergency state by pressing the Emergency button again for about one second (the time may be changed by a qualified technician). A mediumpitched tone sounds until you release the button. The radio returns to normal operation. Send a Silent Emergency Alarm 1 Press the Emergency button if your radio is programmed for this use. LED does not light and no tones sound. 2 Press the PTT button to enable the audio and exit Silent Emergency Alarm.
Common Radio Features 4 Exit the Emergency State by pressing the Emergency button again for about one second (the time may be changed by a qualified technician). A medium-pitched tone sounds until you release the button. The radio returns to normal operation. The radio operates in the normal dispatch manner while in Emergency Call, except, if enabled, it will return to one of the following: 52 Using this operation: means you will talk... 1.
Common Radio Features Note: • For ALL Emergency signals: You can change channels while in Emergency operation if the new channel is also programmed for Emergency. The emergency alarm or call continues on the new channel. • If the new channel is NOT programmed for Emergency, an invalid tone sounds until you exit the Emergency state or change to a channel programmed for emergency.
Common Radio Features Lists You can use lists to store frequently used numbers and associate them with names. There are four list types: • Call • Page • Phone • Scan View a List 1 Press U arrow to find 9,(:. 2 Press D, E, or F directly below 9,(:. 3 Press V or U to see the names of the available lists. 4 Press D, E, or F directly below the desired list to view it. The first list member is displayed. p indicates the view mode. 5 Press U or V to view other list members. 6 Press h to exit.
Common Radio Features Scan List Empty If the scan list has no members, (037< /,67 is displayed. (037< /,67 (037< /,67 can be changed by turning scan off, or a qualified technician adds members to the scan list. Edit a Call, Page, or Phone List Number Use the Menu 1 Press U to find 352*. 2 Press D, E, or F directly below 352*. 352* 3$*( &$// 3+21 The changeable lists are displayed. 3 Press D, E, or F directly below the list you wish to change. ),5( &+,() p First list member is displayed.
Common Radio Features 6 Press D, E, or F directly below 180. 6(&85,7< p 180 7 Blinking cursor shows location of number to be added. Press a keypad button to add a digit. Press V to erase digits. If you erase the entire number and press U or V, you exit the edit mode without saving your changes. 8 Press D, E, or F directly below 6$9( to save your change. Return to step 4 to make more changes. OR Press h to cancel a change and return to home display.
Common Radio Features Use the Preprogrammed Number Select Button 1 Press U to find 352*. 2 Press D, E, or F directly below 352*. 352* The changeable lists are displayed. 3 Press D, E, or F directly below the list you wish to change. First list member is displayed. Flashing p indicates programming mode. 4 Use keypad to enter a list member number of up to 12 characters. 5 Stop on a list member to display name and ID number.
Common Radio Features 8 Press D, E, or F directly below 6$9( to save your change. Return to step 4 to make more changes. OR Press h to cancel a change and return to home display. 9 58 Press Number Select button again to make more changes.
Common Radio Features Edit a Call, Page, or Phone List Name Use the Menu 1 Press U to find 352*. 2 Press D, E, or F directly below 352*. 3 352* The changeable lists are displayed. 3$*( Press D, E, or F directly below the list you wish to change. ),5( &+,() p First list member is displayed. Flashing p indicates programming mode. 180 4 Press U or V to scroll to view other list members. 5 Stop on a list member to display name and ID number.
Common Radio Features 7 Blinking cursor shows location of character to be added. Press a keypad button to add a character. See “Keypad” on page 20. *8$5'B 6$9( Press V to erase the last digits. (If you erase the entire name and press W, you exit the edit mode without saving your changes.) Press h to cancel a change and return to home display. 8 Press D, E, or F directly below 6$9( to save your change. Return to step 4 to make more changes.
Common Radio Features 3 Press D, E, or F directly below the list you wish to change. First list member is displayed. Flashing status p indicates programming mode. 4 Press U or V to view other list members. 5 Stop on a list member to display name and ID number. 6 Press the Text Select preprogrammed button to enter “programming—textedit” mode. 7 Blinking cursor shows location of character to be added. Press a keypad button to add a character. See “Keypad” on page 20.
Common Radio Features Scan The scan feature allows you to monitor traffic on different channels by scanning a preprogrammed list of channels. There is one list per radio. The list must be preprogrammed by a qualified technician. There are two types of available scan lists: • Conventional includes only conventional channels. A maximum of 10 different channels is possible. • Talkgroup Scan includes conventional and trunked channels on one trunking system. A maximum of ten different channels is possible.
Common Radio Features OR To exit the display menu without changing the scan state, press h or PTT. Use the Preprogrammed Scan On/Off Switch 1 Place the Scan On/Off switch in the Scan On or Scan Off position. The current scan state is displayed. When scan is on, the scan status symbol (T) is displayed. T 6&$1 21 21 2)) Note: To exit the display menu without changing the scan state, press h or PTT. Note: When an ID-based call is answered, the alias appears in the display.
Common Radio Features Individual Calls Telephone Calls Use your radio to make and receive standard phone calls. A landline phone can be used to call a radio, or a radio can be used to call a landline phone. Answer a Phone Call Use the Preprogrammed Call Response Button 1 When a phone call is received, you hear a telephone-type ringing, the LED flashes GREEN, the call-received symbol (m) flashes, and 3+21( &$// is displayed.
Common Radio Features Make a Phone Call Use the Menu 1 Press U to find 3+21. 2 Press D, E, or F directly below 3+21. The last transmitted phone number is displayed. 3 Press U or V to scroll to the phone number you want in the list. 4 Press the PTT button to start the phone call to the displayed number. 3+21 - OR Press the preprogrammed Quick Access button to start the phone call to the displayed number. 5 Hold the PTT button to talk, release it to listen.
Common Radio Features Use the Keypad 1 Press U. to find 3+21. 2 Press D, E, or F directly below 3+21. The last transmitted phone number is displayed. 3 Enter the phone number you want using the keypad. 4 Press the PTT button to start the phone call to the displayed number. OR Or press the preprogrammed Quick Access button to start the phone call to the displayed number. 5 66 Hold the PTT button to talk, release it to listen.
Common Radio Features Phone Call Display and Alert Prompts • • • When you press the PTT button and the phone system is not available, a long tone sounds. When a channel is not available, a busy tone sounds. The radio will automatically connect when a channel opens. When the phone system is busy, a long tone sounds. Exit the phone mode and try your call later. • The system does not acknowledge your call. • If 12 3+21( or 12 $&.
Common Radio Features Enhanced Private-Conversation Calls (Trunked Channels Only) These one-to-one calls between two radios are not heard by others in the current talkgroup. The calling radio automatically verifies the receiving radio is active on the system and can display the caller’s ID. Answer a Private Call Use the Preprogrammed Call Response Button.
Common Radio Features Make a Private Call Use the Menu 1 Press U. to find &$//. &$// 2 Press D, E, or F directly below &$//. ,' The last private call sent or received is displayed. 3 Press U or V to scroll to the ID number you want in the list. OR Type the ID number using the keypad. 4 Press the PTT button to start the Private Call to the displayed number. OR Press the preprogrammed Quick Access button to start the phone call to the displayed number.
Common Radio Features Use the Keypad 1 Press U to.find &$//. &$// 2 Press D, E, or F directly below &$//. ,' The last private call sent or received is displayed. 3 Use the keypad to enter the ID number you want to call. 4 Press the PTT button to start the Private Call to the displayed number. OR Press the preprogrammed Quick Access button to start the phone call to the displayed number. 5 The called ID is momentarily displayed, followed by 3/($6( :$,7.
Common Radio Features Call Alert Paging (Trunked Channels Only) Call Alert allows your radio to work like a pager. Even if other users are away from their radios, or if they are unable to hear their radios, you can still send them a Call Alert page. With Call Alert paging, you can also verify if a radio is active on the system.
Common Radio Features Make a Call Alert Use the Menu 1 Press U to find 3$*(. 3$*( 2 Press D, E, or F directly below 3$*(. ,' The page sent or received is displayed. 3 Press U or V to scroll to the ID number you want in the list. 4 Press the PTT button to start the Call Alert Page to the displayed number. OR Press the preprogrammed Quick Access button to start the page to the displayed number. 3/($6( :$,7 is displayed. The home display appears once you are connected.
Common Radio Features Use the Keypad 1 Press U to find 3$*(. 3$*( 2 Press D, E, or F directly below 3$*(. ,' The last page sent or received is displayed. 3 Press U or V to scroll to the ID number you want in the list. 4 Enter the ID number you want using the keypad. OR Press the preprogrammed Quick Access button to start the page to the displayed number. 3/($6( :$,7 is displayed. The home display appears once you are connected. If the system does not acknowledge the call, 12 $&.
Common Radio Features Conventional Talkgroup Calls (Conventional Operation Only) Talkgroup Call lets you define a group of conventional system users so that they can share the use of a conventional channel. Select Talkgroup 1 Press U to find 7*53. 2 Press D, E, or F directly below 7*53. 7*53 The last user-selected-andstored talkgroup, and its available softkeys, are displayed. 3 Press U or V to scroll through the status list, or use the keypad to enter the number of the desired index.
Common Radio Features Status Calls (Trunked Radios Only) You can send data calls to the dispatcher about a predefined status. Each status can have up to a 12-character alias. A maximum of eight aliases is possible. Send a Status Call Use the Menu 1 Press U to find 676. 2 Press D, E, or F directly below 676. 676 The last acknowledged status call or the first status in the list is displayed.
Common Radio Features Note: No traffic is heard on trunked channels while Status Calls is selected. If the radio detects no Status Call activity for six seconds, an alert tone sounds until the h or PTT button is pressed. Send a Status Call Use the Preprogrammed Status Button 1 Press the preprogrammed Status Button. The last acknowledged status call or the first status in the list is displayed. 2 Press U or V to scroll through the status list.
Common Radio Features Note: No traffic is heard on trunked channels while Status Calls is selected. If the radio detects no Status Call activity for six seconds, an alert tone sounds until the h or PTT button is pressed. Repeater or Direct Operation Also known as TALKAROUND operation, DIRECT lets you bypass the repeater and connect directly to another radio. The transmit and receive frequencies are the same. REPEATER operation increases the radio’s range by connecting with other radios through a repeater.
Common Radio Features Use the Preprogrammed Repeater/Direct Switch 1 Place the Repeater/Direct Switch in Repeater or Direct position. 2 Press D, E, or F directly below ',5. The current operation is momentarily displayed. For Direct mode: For Repeater mode: 3 Press D, E, or F directly below ',5 or 5375. 4 Press h to exit display menu without changing the current operation.
Special Radio Features PTT ID Receive This feature allows you to see the radio ID number of the radio you are currently receiving. This ID can be a maximum of eight characters and can be viewed by both the receiving radio and the dispatcher. Transmit Your radio’s ID number is automatically sent every time the PTT button is pressed. This is a per-channel feature. For digital voice transmissions, your radio’s ID is sent continuously during the voice message.
Special Radio Features Trunking System Controls Failsoft The failsoft system ensures continuous radio communications during a trunked system failure. If a trunking system fails completely, the radio goes into failsoft operation and automatically switches to its failsoft channel. During failsoft operation: Your radio transmits and receives in conventional operation on a predetermined frequency. )$,/62)7 Your radioÕs ID You hear a medium-pitched tone every 10 seconds.
Special Radio Features Site Lock This feature allows your radio to lock onto a specific site and not roam among wide-area talkgroup sites. This feature should be used with caution, since it inhibits roaming to another site in a wide-area system. Lock or Unlock a Site Use the Menu V to find 6,7(. 1 Press U or 2 Press D, E, or F directly below 6,7(. 6,7( /2&. The current lock state is displayed. 3 Press D, E, or F directly below /2&. or 81/.. or 81/. • The new site-lock state is saved.
Special Radio Features Site Trunking If the zone dispatcher loses communication with any site, that site reverts to what is known as “site trunking.” The display shows “6,7( 7581.1*” and the currently selected zone/channel combination. When this occurs, you can communicate only with other radios within your trunking site. Site View and Change View the Current Site Momentarily press the preprogrammed Site Search button.
Special Radio Features You hear a tone, and the display shows 6&$11,1* 6,7( while the radio scans for a new site. 6&$11,1* 6,7( The radio returns to the home display when it finds a new site.
Special Radio Features Real Time Clock Using this special feature, you may program the time and date as you might with other electronic devices. The clock display is enabled by a qualified radio technician. • The default time setting is a 12-hour clock. • If a 24-hour clock is selected, AM/PM selection is not available. • The default setting for the domestic date shows 0'<. +5 $0 0'< Program Time and Date 1 Press U to find &/&.. &/&. 2 Press D, E, or F directly below &/&..
Special Radio Features Note: Press h at any time to return to the home display without saving your changes. +5 $0 0'< OR 5 Press M one or more times to move to an item you wish to change. 6$9( Press P or Q to change the selected item. +5 $0 0'< 6$9( 6 Press M one or more times to move to an in the date field. +5 $0 0'< 6$9( 7 Press P or Q to change the selected item.
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Helpful Tips Radio Care Cleaning To clean the external surfaces of your radio: 1 Combine one teaspoon of mild dishwashing detergent to one gallon of water (0.5% solution). 2 Apply the solution sparingly with a stiff, non-metallic, shortbristled brush, making sure excess detergent does not get entrapped near the connectors, controls or crevices. Dry the radio thoroughly with a soft, lint-free cloth. 3 Clean battery contacts with a lint-free cloth to remove dirt or grease.
Helpful Tips Service Proper repair and maintenance procedures will assure efficient operation and long life for this product. A Motorola maintenance agreement will provide expert service to keep this and all other communication equipment in perfect operating condition. A nationwide service organization is provided by Motorola to support maintenance services.
Helpful Tips Battery Battery Life Battery life is determined by several factors. Among the more critical are the regular overcharge of batteries and the average depth of discharge with each cycle. Typically, the greater the overcharge and the deeper the average discharge, the fewer cycles a battery will last. For example, a battery which is overcharged and discharges 100% several times a day, will last fewer cycles than a battery that receives less of an overcharge and is discharged to 50% per day.
Helpful Tips Battery Recycling and Disposal Nickel-cadmium (NiCd) rechargeable batteries can be recycled. However, recycling facilities may not be available in all areas. Under various U.S. state laws and the laws of several other countries, NiCd batteries must be recycled and cannot be disposed of in landfills or incinerators. Contact your local waste management agency for specific requirements and information in your area. Motorola fully endorses and encourages the recycling of NiCd batteries. In the U.
Helpful Tips Antenna Radio Operating Frequencies Before installing the antenna, make sure it matches your radio’s operating frequency. Antennas are frequency sensitive and are color coded according to their frequency range. The color code indicator is located in the center of the antenna’s base. Your radio’s operating frequency is 764 to 870 MHz. color The following antenna types are compatible with your radio: Antenna type Approx. length Insulator color code Frequency range Antenna kit no. in.
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Accessories Motorola provides the following approved accessories to improve the productivity of your XTS 2500 portable two-way radio. Antennas NAF5037 806-870 MHz Whip, Half-wave, 7 inch NAF5042 806-870 MHz Quarter Wave, 3 inch, Stubby NAF5080 764-870 MHz Whip, Half-wave, 6.
Accessories Surveillance BDN6665 Earpiece with Extra-Loud Earphone (exceeds OSHA limits) BDN6666 Earpiece with Volume Control BDN6667 Earpiece, Mic and PTT Combined BDN6668 Earpiece, Mic and PTT Separate BDN6671 PTT and VOX Interface Module for use with BDN6677, BDN6678, and BDN6641 BDN6676 Adapter, 3.
Accessories Belt Clips HLN6853 Belt Clip, 2 1/4 inch HLN9844 Belt Clip, 2 inch Body-Worn NTN8036 Carry case, 2.5 inch loop with swivel NTN8038 Carry case, 3.
Accessories Enhanced and Multi-Unit Line Cords NTN7373 110 V Interchangeable Line NTN7374 220 V Interchangeable Line (2 prong Euro plug) NTN7375 240 V Interchangeable Line (3 prong Euro plug) 96
Glossary This is a list of specialized terms used in this manual. ACK Acknowledgment of communication. Active Channel A channel that has traffic on it. Analog Signal An RF signal that has a continuous nature rather than a pulsed or discrete nature. Call Alert Privately page an individual by sending an audible tone. Carrier Squelch Feature that responds to the presence of an RF carrier by opening or unmuting (turning on) a receiver's audio circuit.
Glossary Deadlock Displayed by the radio after three failed attempts to unlock the radio.The radio must be powered off and on prior to another attempt. Digital Private Line (DPL) A type of coded squelch using data bursts. Similar to PL except a digital code is used instead of a tone. Digital Signal An RF signal that has a pulsed, or discrete nature, rather than a continuous nature. Dispatcher An individual who has radio system management duties.
Glossary NiCd Nickel Cadmium. NiMH Nickel Metal Hydride. Non-tactical/Revert The user will talk on a preprogrammed emergency channel. The emergency alarm is sent on this same channel. Page A one-way alert, with audio and/or display messages. Personality A set of unique features specific to a radio. Preprogrammed A feature that has been assigned in advance by a qualified technician. Private (Conversation) Call Allows you to have a private conversation with another radio user in the group.
Glossary Squelch Special electronic circuitry added to the receiver of a radio which reduces, or squelches, unwanted signals before they are heard in the speaker. Standby An operating condition whereby the radio’s speaker is muted but still continues to receive data. Status Calls Pre-defined text messages which allow the user to send conditional messages without talking. Tactical/Non-revert The user will talk on the channel that was selected before the radio entered the emergency state.
Commercial Warranty Limited Warranty MOTOROLA COMMUNICATION PRODUCTS I. WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS AND FOR HOW LONG: MOTOROLA INC.
Commercial Warranty the Product is unique, MOTOROLA disclaims liability for range, coverage, or operation of the system as a whole under this warranty. II. GENERAL PROVISIONS: This warranty sets forth the full extent of MOTOROLA'S responsibilities regarding the Product. Repair, replacement or refund of the purchase price, at MOTOROLA’s option, is the exclusive remedy. THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES.
Commercial Warranty provider), it can facilitate your obtaining warranty service. You can also call Motorola at 1-800-927-2744 US/Canada. V. WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: A) Defects or damage resulting from use of the Product in other than its normal and customary manner. B) Defects or damage from misuse, accident, water, or neglect. C) Defects or damage from improper testing, operation, maintenance, installation, alteration, modification, or adjustment.
Commercial Warranty the time the Product was initially distributed from MOTOROLA. J) Scratches or other cosmetic damage to Product surfaces that does not affect the operation of the Product. K) Normal and customary wear and tear. VI.
Commercial Warranty the use of ancillary equipment or software not furnished by MOTOROLA which is attached to or used in connection with the Product. The foregoing states the entire liability of MOTOROLA with respect to infringement of patents by the Product or any parts thereof. Laws in the United States and other countries preserve for MOTOROLA certain exclusive rights for copyrighted MOTOROLA software such as the exclusive rights to reproduce in copies and distribute copies of such Motorola software.
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Index A accessories antennas .................................93 batteries ..................................94 belt clips ..................................95 carry cases ..............................95 chargers ..................................95 multi-unit line cords .................96 remote speaker microphones ..93 alert tones ...................................21 analog squelch ............................46 answer a phone call ....................64 answer a private call ...................
Index N notations used in this manual ......11 O operational warnings .....................5 out-of-range ................................80 P phone call display and alert prompts .....................................67 physical features of the radio ......13 PL defeat .....................................47 power level transmit power level switch ......42 programmable features ...............14 PTT ID .........................................79 R send a silent emergency alarm ...
