User's Manual

Table Of Contents
August 7, 2003 6881096C72-A
1-2 Introduction: Motorcycle Configurations
1.2.2 Remote Mount Configuration
In the remote control version, the transceiver and the control head are mounted separately in the
vehicle. The control head is mounted in a remote trunnion near the operator. The transceiver is
mounted by means of a trunnion or other mounting hardware. If the transceiver is located in a car
trunk, be sure that secure mounting and sufficient cooling are provided. Do not cover the transceiver
with baggage, blankets, etc.
Figure 1-4. Remote Mount Configuration
For details on this configuration, see
Section 2.2.2 on page 2-6.
1.2.3 Dual Control Configuration
The dual control head option allows two, separate, remotely operated control heads to operate and
control the radio. For example, a fire truck could have a control head located in the cab and on the
rear of the truck so that the radio could be operated from outside the vehicle.
For details on this configuration, see the ASTRO Digital Spectra Mobile Radios Dual Control Head
Radio System Service Manual (Motorola publication part number 6881091C78).
1.3 Motorcycle Configurations
The ASTRO XTL 5000 motorcycle radio models provide most of the equipment needed for installing
a standard ASTRO XTL 5000 radio on a motorcycle. Most of this radio system is standard
equipment. See Chapter 4: Motorcycle Radio Installation for further information.
1.4 Base/Control Stations
The base/control station option provides the radio with a desk microphone and power supply for use
at a fixed location. All operations are the same as the mobile, except for the desk microphone.
Choose a location for your base/control station as close as possible to where the antenna cable
enters the building. Be sure an electric outlet is available. Make sure sufficient air can flow around
the radio to permit adequate cooling.
The antenna should be installed outside of the building, but never within two feet (for radios with less
than 50 watts power output) or within three feet (for radios with 50 watts or higher power output) of
station operators or bystanders.
For more information, refer to the Spectra Control Station Installation Manual (Motorola publication
part number 6880101W87).
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