Motorola Solutions 89FT5816 Astro Digital XTS2500 Hand Help Portable User Manual 95C05 O XTS2500 800MHz Mod3

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ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III User Guide68P81095C05-ODocument Creation Date: 5/2/01Document Modification Date: 8/23/01
PrefaceBefore 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 CopyrightsThe Motorola products described in this manual may include copyrighted Motorola computer programs stored in semiconductor memories or other media. Laws in the United States and other countries preserve for Motorola certain exclusive rights for copyrighted computer programs, including, but not limited to, the exclusive right to copy or reproduce in any form the copyrighted computer program. Accordingly, any copyrighted Motorola computer programs contained in the Motorola products described in this manual may not be copied, reproduced, modified, reverse-engineered, or distributed in any manner without the express written permission of Motorola. Furthermore, the purchase of Motorola products shall not be deemed to grant either directly or by implication, estoppel, or otherwise, any license under the copyrights, patents or patent applications of Motorola, except for the normal non-exclusive license to use that arises by operation of law in the sale of a product.
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III Radio Quick Reference CardWrite your radio’s programmed features on the dotted lines.Select a Zone Using the MenuSelect a ChannelMethod 1: Using the Select KnobAfter selecting the desired zone, turn the 16-position Select Knob to the desired channel.Method 2: Using the MenuSend an Emergency AlarmSend Silent Emergency AlarmSend an Emergency CallAnswer a Phone CallSend a Phone Call1 Press U until 2 Press D, E, or F directly below .3 Press U until the zone you desire is shown.4 Press h to confirm, or press PTT to transmit.16-Position Select KnobSpeaker/MicTop Button _ _ _ _ _ _ _3-Position Rotary Switch_ _ _ _ _ _ DisplayHome ButtonMenu Select ButtonsTop Side Button_ _ _ _ _ _ _On/Off/Volume KnobSide Button 1_ _ _ _ _ _ _Side Button 2_ _ _ _ _ _ _PTT Button4-Way Navigation ButtonAlpha Button (for future use)Keypad1 Press U until 2 Press D, E, or F directly below .3 Press U until channel you desire is shown.4 Press h to confirm, or press PTT to transmit.1 Radio on and press Emergency button. You see red LED; you hear short, medium-pitched tone.2 Display shows .3 When acknowledgment is received, you hear four beeps; alarm ends; radio exits emergency.1 Radio on and press Emergency button. You see no LED; you hear no tone.2 Press PTT.3 Alarm continues until you exit by:• Press and hold Emergency buttonOR• Press PTT again.1 Radio on and press preprogrammed Emergency button.2 Press and hold PTT button. Announce your emergency into the microphone.3 Release PTT to end the call.1 Phone-like ringing, LED flashes GREEN, PHONE CALL and m are displayed2 Press Call Response button.3 Press PTT button to talk; release to listen4Press h to hang up.1Press U until 2Press D, E, or F directly below .3Press U or V to scroll to phone number.4 Press PTT (or Quick Access button, if programmed) to talk, release to listen.
Display Status Symbols Menu Entries (Use With Menu Navigation)HL Power Level. Power Level. H = high power; L = low powerCall Received. Receiving an individual callView/Program Mode. The radio is in the view or program mode; On Steady = view mode; Flashing = program modesReceived Signal Strength Indication (RSSI). Received signal strength for the current site (trunking only). The more stripes in the symbol, the stronger the signal.bBattery• Conventional = Flashes when the battery is low. • Smart = The number of bars (0-3) shown indicates the charge remaining in your battery.rTalkaround. You are talking directly to another radio or through a repeater; On = direct; Off = repeaterCMonitor (Carrier Squelch). This channel is being monitored.TScan. The radio is scanning a scan listeThe radio is in Emergency statemppEntry Menu Selection PageSmart Battery 26Private Call 69Radio Lock 43Keypad Mute 45Select a Channel 34Repeater/Direct 77Call Alert Page 71Phone 65Menu NavigationU to find Menu EntryD, or E, or F directly below Menu Entry to selecth to exitV or U to scroll through sub-listD, or E, or F directly below Menu Entry to selectEntry Menu Selection Page3:5 TX Power Level 41Scan On/Off 62Site Lock 81Status Call 75Viewing a List 54Select a Zone 33
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III iContentsSafety and General InformationTransmit and Receive Procedure ...................................................... 1Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy .............................................. 1Two-Way Radio Operation ......................................................... 2Body-Worn Operation ................................................................. 2Antenna Care ............................................................................. 3Approved Accessories ................................................................ 3Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility ....................................... 3Facilities ...................................................................................... 3Aircraft ........................................................................................ 3Medical Devices ......................................................................... 3Pacemakers ......................................................................... 3Hearing Aids......................................................................... 4Other Medical Devices......................................................... 4Use While Driving .............................................................................4Operational Warnings ....................................................................... 5For Vehicles With an Air Bag ............................................... 5Potentially Explosive Atmospheres...................................... 5Blasting Caps and Blasting Areas........................................ 5Operational Cautions ........................................................................ 6Antennas.............................................................................. 6Batteries............................................................................... 6Intrinsically Safe Radio Information ................................................... 7FMRC Approved Equipment ....................................................... 7Repair of FMRC Approved Products .......................................... 9Repair................................................................................... 9Relabeling .......................................................................... 10Do Not Substitute Options or Accessories......................... 10© 2001 by Motorola, Inc.Commercial, Government and Industrial Solutions Sector8000 W. Sunrise Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33322Printed in U.S.A. 9/01. All Rights Reserved. User Guide68P81095C05-OA, Motorola, ASTRO, XTS 2500 and Private Conversation are trademarks of Motorola, Inc.P25 radios contain technology patented by Digital Voice Systems, Inc.
iiContentsGeneral Radio OperationNotations Used in This Manual ........................................................11XTS 2500 Model III Radio ...............................................................12Physical Features of the Radio ........................................................13Programmable Features ..................................................................14Display .............................................................................................14Backlight ..........................................................................................15Status Symbols ................................................................................15Menu Entry (Softkey) .......................................................................16Menu Select Buttons .......................................................................17Menu Selection Features ..........................................................18Home Button (h) .............................................................................19W@P™ Button ................................................................................194-Way Navigation Button (o) ..........................................................19Keypad .............................................................................................20LED Indicators .................................................................................21Alert Tones ......................................................................................21Standard Accessories ......................................................................24Battery .......................................................................................24Charge the Battery ............................................................. 24Battery Charge Status ........................................................ 24Attach the Battery............................................................... 25Smart Battery Condition ............................................................26Use the Menu ..................................................................... 26Use the Preprogrammed Smart Battery Button (Smart Battery Only)................................................................................ 26Antenna .....................................................................................27Attach the Antenna ............................................................. 27Remove the Antenna.......................................................... 27Belt Clip .....................................................................................28Attach the Belt Clip............................................................. 28Remove the Belt Clip .......................................................................28Universal Connector Cover ..............................................................29Remove the Connector Cover............................................ 29Attach the Connector Cover ............................................... 29Remote Speaker Microphone Adapter ............................................30Remove the Adapter........................................................... 30Attach the Adapter.............................................................. 30Radio On and Off .............................................................................32Turn the Radio On ....................................................................32
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III iiiContentsTurn the Radio Off .................................................................... 32Zones and Channels ....................................................................... 33Select a Zone ........................................................................... 33Use the Menu..................................................................... 33Use the Preprogrammed Zone Switch............................... 34Select a Channel ......................................................................34Method 1: Use the Preprogrammed Channel Selector ...... 34Method 2: Use the Menu.................................................... 35Receive / Transmit ...........................................................................36Without Using the Volume Set and Monitor Buttons ................ 36Use Preprogrammed Volume Set Button .................................37Use the Preprogrammed Monitor Button .................................. 38Conventional Mode Operation ..................................................39Common Radio FeaturesSelectable Power Level ................................................................... 41Use the Menu ........................................................................... 41Use the Preprogrammed Transmit Power Level Switch .... 42Radio Lock ...................................................................................... 43Unlock Your Radio .................................................................... 43Change Your Password ............................................................ 44Mute or Unmute Keypad Tones ....................................................... 45Use the Menu ........................................................................... 45Using the Preprogrammed Side Button ....................................45Conventional Squelch Options ........................................................46Analog Squelch ........................................................................ 46Digital Squelch .......................................................................... 46PL Defeat ........................................................................................47Time-out Timer ................................................................................ 48Emergency ...................................................................................... 49Send an Emergency Alarm ....................................................... 50Send a Silent Emergency Alarm ............................................... 51Send an Emergency Call .......................................................... 51Emergency Keep-Alive ............................................................. 53Lists ................................................................................................. 54View a List ................................................................................ 54Scan List Empty ........................................................................ 55Edit a Call, Page, or Phone List Number ........................................ 55Use the Menu ........................................................................... 55Use the Preprogrammed Number Select Button ...................... 57
ivContentsEdit a Call, Page, or Phone List Name .....................................59Use the Menu ..................................................................... 59Use the Preprogrammed Text Select Button...................... 60Scan ................................................................................................62Turn Scan On and Off ...............................................................62Using the Menu .................................................................. 62Use the Preprogrammed Scan On/Off Switch.................... 63Individual Calls ................................................................................64Telephone Calls ........................................................................64Answer a Phone Call ................................................................64Use the Preprogrammed Call Response Button ................ 64Use the Menu ..................................................................... 65Use the Keypad.................................................................. 66Phone Call Display and Alert Prompts ......................................67Enhanced Private-Conversation Calls (Trunked Channels Only) .......................................................68Answer a Private Call ......................................................... 68Use the Menu ..................................................................... 69Use the Keypad.................................................................. 70Call Alert Paging .......................................................................71Answer a Call Alert Page.................................................... 71Make a Call Alert .......................................................................72Use the Menu ..................................................................... 72Use the Keypad.................................................................. 73Conventional Talkgroup Calls (Conventional Operation Only) .........74Select Talkgroup .......................................................................74Status Calls (Trunked Radios Only) .................................................75Send a Status Call ....................................................................75Use the Menu ..................................................................... 75Send a Status Call ....................................................................76Use the Preprogrammed Status Button............................. 76Repeater or Direct Operation ..........................................................77Select Repeater or Direct Operation .........................................77Use the Menu ..................................................................... 77Use the Preprogrammed Repeater/Direct Switch .............. 78Special Radio FeaturesPTT ID .............................................................................................79Receive .....................................................................................79Transmit ....................................................................................79
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III vContentsView Your Radio’s ID Number ..................................................79Use the Menu..................................................................... 79Use the Preprogrammed Call or Page Button.................... 79Trunking System Controls ...............................................................80Failsoft ...................................................................................... 80Out-of-Range ............................................................................ 80Site Lock ................................................................................... 81Lock or Unlock a Site ......................................................... 81Site Trunking ............................................................................82Site View and Change .............................................................. 82View the Current Site ......................................................... 82Change the Current Site .................................................... 82Real Time Clock .............................................................................. 84Program Time and Date ........................................................... 84Helpful TipsRadio Care ...................................................................................... 87Cleaning ...................................................................................87Handling ...................................................................................87Service ............................................................................................ 88Battery ............................................................................................. 89Battery Life ............................................................................... 89Charging the Battery ................................................................. 89Battery Charge Status........................................................ 89Battery Recycling and Disposal ................................................90Antenna ........................................................................................... 91Radio Operating Frequencies ................................................... 91AccessoriesAntennas ......................................................................................... 93Audio ...............................................................................................93Headsets ..................................................................................93Remote Speaker Microphones ................................................. 93Batteries .......................................................................................... 94Belt Clips .........................................................................................95Body-Worn ...................................................................................... 95Chargers .........................................................................................95Enhanced and Multi-Unit Line Cords ........................................ 96
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ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 1Safety and General InformationIMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SAFE AND EFFICIENT OPERATIONREAD THIS INFORMATION BEFORE USING YOUR MOTOROLA TWO-WAY RADIOThe 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.Transmit and Receive ProcedureYour two-way radio contains a transmitter and a receiver. To transmit (talk) you must push the Push-To-Talk button; to receive (listen) you must release the Push-To-Talk button.Exposure to Radio Frequency EnergyYour Motorola radio is designed to comply with the following national and international standards and guidelines regarding exposure of human beings to radio frequency electromagnetic energy (EME):• United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of Federal Regulations; 47 CFR part 2 sub-part J• American National Standards Institute (ANSI) / Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1992• Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95.1-1999 Edition• National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP) of the United States, Report 86, 1986• International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) 1998• Ministry of Health (Canada) Safety Code 6. Limits of Human Exposure to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields in the Frequency Range from 3 kHz to 300 GHz, 1999
2Safety 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.”To assure optimal radio performance and make sure human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic energy (EME) is within the guidelines set forth in the above standards, always adhere to the following procedures:Two-Way Radio OperationWhen using your radio as a traditional two-way radio, hold the radio in a vertical position with the microphone 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5.0 cm) away from your lips.Body-Worn OperationTo maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines, if you wear a radio on your body when transmitting, always place the radio in a Motorola approved clip, holder, holster, case, or body harness for this product. Use of non-Motorola-approved accessories may exceed FCC RF exposure guidelines. If you do not use a Motorola approved body-worn accessory and are not using the radio in the intended use positions along side of the head in the phone mode or in front of the face in the two-way radio mode, then ensure the antenna and radio is kept the following minimum distances from the body when transmitting:• Phone or Two-way radio mode: one inch (2.5 centimeters)• Data operation using any data feature with or without an accessory cable: one inch (2.5 centimeters)MAN WITH RADI
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 3Safety and General InformationAntenna CareUse 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 AccessoriesFor a list of approved Motorola accessories look in the appendix or accessory section of this manual.Electromagnetic Interference/CompatibilityNote: Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI) if inadequately shielded, designed, or otherwise configured for electromagnetic compatibility.FacilitiesTo avoid electromagnetic interference and/or compatibility conflicts, turn off your radio in any facility where posted notices instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that is sensitive to external RF energy.AircraftWhen instructed to do so, turn off your radio when on board an aircraft. Any use of a radio must be in accordance with applicable regulations per airline crew instructions.Medical DevicesPacemakersThe Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum separation of 6 inches (15 centimeters) be maintained between a handheld wireless radio and a pacemaker. These
4Safety and General Informationrecommendations 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.Hearing AidsSome digital wireless radios may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you may want to consult your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives.Other Medical DevicesIf you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.Use While DrivingCheck the laws and regulations on the use of radios in the area where you drive. Always obey them.When using your radio while driving, please:• Give full attention to driving and to the road.• Use hands-free operation, if available.• Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions so require.
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 5Safety and General InformationOperational WarningsFor Vehicles With an Air BagDo 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.Potentially Explosive AtmospheresTurn off your radio prior to entering any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere, unless it is a radio type especially qualified for use in such areas as “Intrinsically Safe” (for example, Factory Mutual, CSA, UL, or CENELEC). Do not remove, install, or charge batteries in such areas. Sparks in a potentially explosive atmosphere can cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.Note: The areas with potentially explosive atmospheres referred to above include fueling areas such as below decks on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust or metal powders, and any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine. Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often but not always posted.Blasting Caps and Blasting AreasTo avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn off your radio when you are near electrical blasting caps, in a blasting area, or in areas posted: “Turn off two-way radio.” Obey all signs and instructions.!W A R N I N G!
6Safety and General InformationOperational CautionsAntennasDo 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.BatteriesAll 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. Exercise care in handling any charged battery, particularly when placing it inside a pocket, purse, or other container with metal objects.!C a u t i o n
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 7Safety and General InformationIntrinsically Safe Radio InformationFMRC Approved EquipmentAnyone 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).An Approval Guide, issued by Factory Mutual Research Corporation (FMRC), lists manufacturers and the products approved by FMRC for use in such locations. FMRC has also issued a voluntary approval standard for repair service (“Class Number 3605”).FMRC Approval labels are attached to the radio to identify the unit as being FM Approved for specified hazardous atmospheres. This label specifies the hazardous Class/Division/Group along with the part number of the battery that must be used. Depending on the design of the portable unit, this FM label can be found on the back or the bottom of the radio housing. The FM Approval mark is shown here.FMAPPROVEDMAEPF-24560-O
8Safety and General InformationRadios must ship from the Motorola manufacturing facility with the hazardous atmosphere capability and FM Approval labeling. Radios will not be “upgraded” to this capability and labeled in the field.A modification changes the unit’s hardware from its original design configuration. Modifications can only be made by the original product manufacturer at one of its FMRC-audited manufacturing facilities.• 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. Contact sparking may occur while installing or removing batteries and cause an explosion or fire.• Do not replace or change accessories in a hazardous atmosphere. Contact sparking may occur while installing or removing accessories and cause an explosion or fire.• Do not operate an FMRC Approved Product unit in a hazardous location with the accessory contacts exposed. Keep the connector cover in place when accessories are not used.• Turn a radio off before removing or installing a battery or accessory.• Do not disassemble an FMRC Approved Product unit in any way that exposes the internal electrical circuits of the unit.!W A R N I N G!
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 9Safety and General InformationRepair of FMRC Approved ProductsREPAIRS FOR MOTOROLA PRODUCTS WITH FMRC APPROVAL ARE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE USER.You should not repair or relabel any Motorola- manufactured communication equipment bearing the FMRC Approval label (“FMRC Approved Product”) unless you are familiar with the current FMRC Approval standard for repairs and service (“Class Number 3605”).You may want to consider using a repair facility that operates under 3605 repair service approval.FMRC’s Approval Standard Class Number 3605 is subject to change at any time without notice to you, so you may want to obtain a current copy of 3605 from FMRC. Per the December 1994 publication of 3605, some key definitions and service requirements are as follows:RepairA repair constitutes something done internally to the unit that would bring it back to its original condition—Approved by FMRC. A repair should be done in an FMRC Approved facility.• 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.• Incorrect repair or relabeling of any FMRC Approved Product unit could adversely affect the Approval rating of the unit.• Use of a radio that is not intrinsically safe in a hazardous atmosphere could result in serious injury or death.!W A R N I N G!!W A R N I N G!
10Safety and General InformationItems 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.RelabelingThe repair facility shall have a method by which the replacement of FMRC Approval labels are controlled to ensure that any relabeling is limited to units that were originally shipped from the Manufacturer with an FM Approval label in place. FMRC Approval labels shall not be stocked by the repair facility. An FMRC Approval label shall be ordered from the original manufacturer, as needed, to repair a specific unit. Replacement labels may be obtained and applied by the repair facility, provided there is satisfactory evidence that the unit being relabeled was originally an FMRC Approved unit. Verification may include, but is not limited to: a unit with a damaged Approval label, a unit with a defective housing displaying an Approval label, or a customer invoice indicating the serial number of the unit and purchase of an FMRC Approved model.Do Not Substitute Options or AccessoriesThe Motorola communications equipment certified by Factory Mutual is tested as a system and consists of the FM Approved portable, FM Approved battery, and FM Approved accessories or options, or both. This FM Approved portable and battery combination must be strictly observed. There must be no substitution of items, even if the substitute has been previously Approved with a different Motorola communications equipment unit. Approved configurations are listed in the FM Approval Guide published by FMRC, or in the product FM Supplement. This FM Supplement is shipped from the manufacturer with the FM Approved radio and battery combination. The Approval Guide, or the Approval Standard Class Number 3605 document for repairs and service, can be ordered directly from Factory Mutual Research Corporation located in Norwood, Massachusetts.
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 11General Radio OperationNotations Used in This ManualYou 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.Note: A Note is an operational procedure, practice, or condition, etc. which is essential to emphasize.The following special notations identify certain items:WARNING: An operational procedure, practice, condition, etc. exists which may result in injury or death if not carefully observed.CAUTION: An operational procedure, practice, condition, etc. exists which may result in damage to the equipment if not carefully observed.Example DescriptionDButtons are shown as representative symbols.Information appearing in the radio’s display is shown using the special display font.3+21( Menu entries are shown similar to the way they appear in the radio’s display.!W A R N I N G!!C a u t i o n3+21(&$//
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ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 13General Radio OperationPhysical Features of the RadioItem Page Item Page1Antenna 27 11 3-Position Rotary Switch(programmable) 2Top Button (programmable)12 On/Off/Volume Control Knob323LED 21 13 Microphone4Speaker 14 Top Side Button (programmable)5Universal Connector 29 15 Push-to-Talk (PTT) Button6Display 14 16 Side Button 1 (programmable)7Menu Select Buttons (programmable)17 17 Side Button 2 (programmable)8Alpha Button (for future use)18 Home Button 199Keypad 20 19 4-Way Navigation Button1910 16-Position Select Knob (programmable)20 Battery 24
14General Radio OperationProgrammable FeaturesThese features are programmable by a qualified technician:DisplayThe above screen example may not be identical to the display symbol arrangement in your radio. The top two screen rows display menu and radio status information.Feature Page Feature PageCall Alert Page 71 Repeater/Direct 77Call Response 64 Scan On/Off 62Channel Selection 34 Site Lock/Unlock 81Emergency 49 Site Search 82Keypad Mute 45 Status Call 75Monitor 38 Text Select 60Number Select 57 Transmit Power Level 41Phone 64 Volume Set 37PL Defeat 47 Zone Selection 33Private Call 68$07$%&'()*+,-./01273456789:;<=6,7(/2&.('/2&.81/.
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 15General Radio OperationBacklightIf 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 SymbolsThe top two rows in the display contain symbols indicating the radio’s status.Table 1: Status SymbolsSymbol Indication Page HLPower Level. High Power “H” or Low Power “L” is activated. 41Call Received. Flashes when an Individual Call is received. 64View/Program Mode.• View a list (steady)• Program a list (flashing)544Received Signal Strength Indication (RSSI). The received signal strength for the current site. Trunked only. The more stripes in the symbol, the stronger the received signal.82&Battery• Conventional = Flashes when the battery is low. • Smart = The number of bars (0-3) shown indicates the charge remaining in your battery. Flashes when battery level reaches 10% or less.24/22
16General Radio OperationMenu Entry (Softkey)The bottom row of the display contains one to three menu entries (also known as softkeys). The menu entries allow you to select from one of several menus to access the radio’s features. The menu entries are accessed using the Menu Select buttons. 3Talkaround. • On = Talking directly to another radio, not through a repeater. Conventional operation only.• Off = Talking through a repeater. 77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. 49Table 1: Status SymbolsSymbol Indication Page
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 17General Radio OperationMenu Select ButtonsThe 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:Example: To turn scan onPress D.The display shows the selected state.21 2))6&$1softkeysoftkey3 Menu Select Buttons6&$12121 2))
18General Radio OperationMenu Selection FeaturesIn most cases, press U to display the following feature selections.Feature Menu Selection Page Feature MenuSelection PageCall Alert Page3$*( 72 Repeater/Direct',5 77Call Response3+21(&$//5(&(,9('or35,9$7(&$//5(&(,9(' or3$*(5(&(,9('646871Scan On/Off6&$1 62Channel Selection&+$1 34 Site Lock/Unlock6,7( 81Emergency (0(5*(1&< 49 Site Search6&$1,1*6,7(82Keypad Mute087( 45 Status Call676 75Number Select180 57 Text Select352* 60Phone 3+21 65 Transmit Power Level3:5 82Private Call &$// 69 Zone Selection=21( 33
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 19General Radio OperationHome 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™ ButtonReserved for future use. 4-Way Navigation Button (o)This button is used to scroll through the radio’s lists or items in the display.
20General Radio OperationKeypadThe 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.Key Number of times the key is pressed12345678900()<>11&%2ABC2abc3DEF3def4GHI4gh i5JKL5 j k l6MNO6mn o7PQRS7pqrs8TUV8 t u v9WXYZ9wxyz**/+-=##.!?,;
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 21General Radio OperationLED IndicatorsAlert TonesYour radio uses alert tones to inform you of radio conditions.This LED Color: indicates:RED (Non-flashing) TransmittingRED (Flashing) • Channel Busy or • Low Battery (lights while transmitting)GREEN Receiving Individual CallTable 2: Alert TonesYou hear: Tone Name Heard :Short, Low-Pitched ToneInvalid Key-Press when the wrong key is pressed.Radio Self-Test Failed when the radio fails the power-up self test.No ACK Received when the radio does not receive an acknowledgment. Reject when an unauthorized request is made.Time-Out Timer Warning four seconds before time out.
22General Radio OperationLong, Low-Pitched ToneTime-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.A Group of Low-Pitched Tones (Busy Tone)Busy when the system is busy.Long, Medium-Pitched ToneVolume Set when volume changed on a quiet channel.Emergency Exit upon exiting the emergency state.Table 2: Alert Tones (Continued)You hear: Tone Name Heard :
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 23General Radio OperationA Group of Medium-Pitched TonesFailsoft 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.Received Individual Call when a Call Alert, or Private Conversation Call is received.Call Alert Sent when a Call Alert is received by the target radio.Short, High-Pitched Tone (Chirp)Low-Battery Chirp when the battery is below the preset threshold value.RingingFast Ringing when the system is searching for the Private Conversation Call target radio.Enhanced Call Sent when waiting for the Private Conversation Call target radio to respond to the call.Phone Call Received when a landline phone call is received.Table 2: Alert Tones (Continued)You hear: Tone Name Heard :
24General Radio OperationStandard AccessoriesBatteryCharge the BatteryThe 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. For a list of Motorola-authorized batteries available for use with your XTS 2500 radio, see “Batteries” on page 54.Note: When charging a battery attached to a radio, turn the radio off to ensure a full charge.Battery ChargerTo charge the battery, place the battery, with or without the radio, in a Motorola-approved charger. The charger’s LED indicates the charging progress; see your charger’s user guide. For a list of chargers, see “Chargers” on page 55.Battery Charge StatusIf programmed by a qualified technician, you can check your battery’s charge status by holding down the preprogrammed Battery Gauge button. The charge status is shown by the color of the radio’s LED indicator.To avoid a possible explosion:• DO NOT replace the battery in any area labeled “hazardous atmosphere”.• DO NOT discard batteries in a fire.Battery Level LED IndicatorHigh GreenSufficient YellowLow Flashing RedVery low None!W A R N I N G!
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 25General Radio OperationAttach the BatteryRemove the Battery1With the radio off, fit the three extensions at the bottom of the battery into the bottom slots on the radio.2Press the top of the battery against the radio until it clicks into place.1With the radio off, slide down the latches on the sides of the battery.2Pull the top of the battery away from the radio.
26General Radio OperationSmart Battery ConditionThis feature lets you view the condition of your Smart Battery.Use the MenuUse the Preprogrammed Smart Battery Button (Smart Battery Only)1Press U to find %$77.2Press D, E, or F directly below %$77.Note: If a Smart Battery is not powering your radio3Press h to exit.1Press the Smart Battery button.Note: If a Smart Battery is not powering your radio2Press h to exit.%$77&$3$&,7< ,1,7 (67&+*6 60$57%$77'$7$127$9$,/$%/(&$3$&,7< ,1,7 (67&+*6 60$57%$77'$7$127$9$,/$%/(
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 27General Radio OperationAntennaYour radio’s operating frequency is 806 to 870 MHz. For information regarding other available antennas, see page 91.Attach the AntennaRemove the AntennaWith the radio off, turn the antenna clockwise to attach it.With the radio off, turn the antenna counter-clockwise to remove it.
28General Radio OperationBelt ClipAttach the Belt ClipRemove the Belt Clip1Align the grooves of the belt clip with those of the battery.2Press the belt clip downward until you clear a “click.”1Use a flat-bladed object to press the belt clip tab away from the battery.2Slide the belt clip upward to remove it.
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 29General Radio OperationUniversal Connector CoverThe 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 CoverAttach the Connector Cover1Insert a flat-blade screwdriver into the area between the bottom of the cover and the slot below the connector.2Hold the top of the cover with your thumb while you pry the bottom of the cover away from the radio with the screwdriver.1Insert the hooked end of the cover into the top of the connector. Press downward on the cover’s top to seat it into the slot.2Press the cover’s lower tab below the connector until it snaps in place.TopSlotBottomSlotTopHooked EndBottomHooked EndTab
30General Radio OperationRemote Speaker Microphone AdapterThe 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 AdapterAttach the AdapterLift the larger side (below the antenna port) of the adapter away from the radio using your finger.If you cannot easily remove the adapter with your finger, use a small, flat blade screwdriver to pry the larger end side of the adapter away from the radio.1With the Motorola side of the adapter facing out, snap the smaller end of the adapter into place in the shroud indent, below the On/Off Volume Control Knob.
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 31General Radio Operation2Snap the larger end of the adapter into place in the shroud indent, below the antenna port.
32General Radio OperationRadio On and OffTurn the Radio OnTurn the Radio Off1Turn 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.Tur n the On/Off/Volume Control knob counterclockwise until it clicks.6HOI7HVW (5525;;<<
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 33General Radio OperationZones and ChannelsA 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 ZoneUse the Menu1Press U to find =21(.2Press D, E, or F directly below =21(.The current zone (in this case, 32/) flashes and the channel name (',631:), does not flash.3Press U to find the zone you want. For example, ),5(.4Press h to confirm the displayed zone and channel. ORPress the PTT button to transmit on the displayed zone/channel.)=21( 32/',631:),5( ',631: ),5( ',631:
34General Radio OperationUse the Preprogrammed Zone SwitchSelect a ChannelConsult an authorized service technician for the right choice between the following methods.Method 1: Use the Preprogrammed Channel Selector1If 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 1.2Press h to confirm the displayed zone and channel. After the zone you want is displayed, turn the preprogrammed Channel Selector switch to the desired channel.),5( ',631: 81352*5$00('
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 35General Radio OperationMethod 2: Use the Menu1Press U to find &+$1.2Press D, E, or F directly below &+$1. The display shows the current channel name (in this case, ',631:) flashing and the zone (32/), not flashing.3Press U to find the channel name you want. ORUse the keypad to enter the channel number.If the channel you selected is unprogrammed, repeat step 3. 4Press h to confirm the displayed zone and channel.ORpress the PTT button to transmit on the displayed zone/channel. &+$1 32/',631:81352*5$00('32/',636(
36General Radio OperationReceive / TransmitWithout Using the Volume Set and Monitor Buttons1Turn the radio on and select the desired zone and channel.2Listen for a transmission.3Adjust the Volume Control knob if necessary.4Release the Volume Set button.5Press and hold the PTT button to transmit. The LED lights RED while transmitting. 6Release the PTT button to receive (listen).
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 37General Radio OperationUse Preprogrammed Volume Set Button1Turn the radio on and select the desired zone and channel. See Turn the Radio On, page 32 and Zones and Channels, page 33.2Press and hold the Volume Set button to hear the volume set tone.3Release the Volume Set button.4Adjust the Volume Control Knob if necessary.5Press and hold the PTT button to transmit. LED lights RED while transmitting. 6Release PTT button to receive (listen).
38General Radio OperationUse the Preprogrammed Monitor Button1Turn the radio on and select the desired zone and channel.2Press the Monitor button and listen for activity. (See the following Conventional Mode Operation.)3Adjust the Volume Control Knob if necessary.4Press and hold the PTT button to transmit. The LED lights RED while transmitting. 5Release the PTT button to receive (listen).C
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 39General Radio OperationConventional Mode OperationYour radio may be programmed to receive Private-Line® (PL) calls.1Momentarily press the Monitor button to listen for activity. The Carrier Squelch indicator is displayed.2Press and hold the Monitor button to set continuous monitor operation. (The duration of the button press is programmable.) 3Press the Monitor button again, or the PTT button, to return to the original squelch setting. Note: If you try to transmit on a receive-only channel, you will hear an invalid tone until you release the PTT button.C
40General Radio OperationNotes
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 41Common Radio FeaturesSelectable Power LevelThis 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 Menu1Press U to find 3:5.2Press D, E, or F directly below 3:5.The display shows the current power level (L or H) along with /2: and +,*+.3Press D, E, or F directly below the desired power level (/2: or +,*+).• The new transmit power level is saved.• The radio returns to the Home display.Note: To exit at anytime, press h or the PTT button.Note: The default setting returns when you turn the radio off and on.3:5L or H/2: +,*+
42Common Radio FeaturesUse the Preprogrammed Transmit Power Level Switch1Press U to find 3:5.2Press D, E, or F directly below 3:5.The current power level is displayed along with /2: and +,*+.3Press 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.3:5
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 43Common Radio FeaturesRadio LockThis 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 Radio1Enter 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.)2Press the preprogrammed Select button after you enter your password.3Press the preprogrammed side button to verify the password. Radio unlocks if password is correct.Note: '($'/2&. is displayed after three incorrect password attempts.Turn the radio off and on, and begin again at step 1.'($'/2&.
44Common Radio FeaturesChange Your Password1Press U to find 36:'.2Press D, E, or F directly below 36:'.3Enter the old password.4Press D, E, or F directly below 6(/.5Press the side button. 6Enter new password.7Press D, E, or F directly below 6(/.8Re-enter password.9Press D, E, or F directly below 6(/.Repeat steps 6 thru 9.Note: You cannot access this feature again after three failed attempts until you turn the radio off and on.36:'2/'3$66:25'6(/6(/1(:3$66:25'6(/6(/&21),506(/
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 45Common Radio FeaturesMute or Unmute Keypad TonesYou can turn the keypad tones off and on.Use the MenuUsing the Preprogrammed Side Button1Press U to find 087(.2Press D, E, or F directly below 087(. The current state is shown.3Press D, E, or F directly below Note: Press the h or the PTT button to exit without saving changes.Press the preprogrammed side button to turn the tones off or on.Note: Press the h or the PTT button to exit without saving changes.087(721(62)) or 721(62121 or 2))
46Common Radio FeaturesConventional Squelch OptionsAnalog SquelchTone 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.Digital SquelchOne or more of the following options may be programmed in your radio. Consult your service technician for more information.When in... this condition occurs:Carrier squelch (C) You hear all traffic on a channel.PL, DPL, or network ID The radio responds only to your messages. This option... will allow you to hear:Digital Carrier-Operated Squelch (COS) any digital traffic.Normal Squelch any digital traffic having the correct Network access code.Selective Switch any digital traffic having the correct Network access code and correct talkgroup.
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 47Common Radio FeaturesPL DefeatWith this feature, you can override any coded squelch (DPL, PL, or network ID) that might be programmed to a channel.1Place 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.
48Common Radio FeaturesTime-out TimerThe 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. 1Hold down the PTT longer than the programmed time.You will hear a short, low-pitched warning tone, the transmission is cut-off, andthe LED will go out until you release the PTT.• Short warning tone• Transmission is cut-off• LED goes out2Release the PTT button. • LED relights• Timer resets3Press the PTT to re-transmit. Time-out timer restarts.• Timer restarts
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 49Common Radio FeaturesEmergencyIf 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.
50Common Radio FeaturesSend an Emergency AlarmAn Emergency Alarm will send a data transmission to the dispatcher, identifying the radio sending the emergency1With 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, medium-pitched 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.If you press the PTT button while in Emergency Alarm, the alarm is cancelled without an exit tone, and you can begin transmitting voice calls.While in Emergency Alarm with Emergency Call, the radio enters the Emergency Call state after it receives the dispatcher’s acknowledgment, or if you press the PTT button.•RED LED•Short Tone(0(5*(1&<
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 51Common Radio FeaturesSend a Silent Emergency AlarmSend an Emergency CallAn Emergency Call will send a type of dispatch giving your radio priority access to channels.2Exit 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.1Press the Emergency button if your radio is programmed for this use.LED does not light and no tones sound. 2Press the PTT button to enable the audio and exit Silent Emergency Alarm. The silent alarm is cancelled without an exit tone, and you can begin transmitting voice calls.Note: While in Silent Emergency Alarm with Emergency Call, press the PTT button to enter Emergency Call operation.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.1Press the Emergency button if your radio is programmed for this use.2Press and hold the PTT button and announce the emergency into the microphone to send the Emergency call.3Release the PTT button to end the call.
52Common Radio FeaturesThe radio operates in the normal dispatch manner while in Emergency Call, except, if enabled, it will return to one of the following:4Exit 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.Using this operation: means you will talk...1. Tactical/Non-Revert on the channel you selected before you entered the emergency state.2. Non-Tactical/Revert on a preprogrammed emergency channel. The emergency alarm is sent to this same channel.
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 53Common Radio FeaturesNote: • 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. Emergency Keep-AliveIf the radio is in the Emergency state, with Emergency Keep-Alive enabled, you cannot turn off the radio by using the On/Off Control knob.With Keep-Alive, the radio will only exit the Emergency state using one of the ways mentioned in the previous sections (Emergency Alarm, Silent Emergency Alarm, or Emergency Call).
54Common Radio FeaturesListsYou can use lists to store frequently used numbers and associate them with names.There are four list types:•Call•Page• Phone•ScanView a List1Press U arrow to find 9,(:.2Press D, E, or F directly below 9,(:. 3Press V or U to see the names of the available lists.4Press D, E, or F directly below the desired list to view it.The first list member is displayed. p indicates the view mode.5Press U or V to view other list members.6Press h to exit.9,(:
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 55Common Radio FeaturesScan List EmptyEdit a Call, Page, or Phone List NumberUse the MenuIf the scan list has no members, (037</,67 is displayed.(037</,67 can be changed by turning scan off, or a qualified technician adds members to the scan list.1Press U to find 352*.2Press D, E, or F directly below 352*. The changeable lists are displayed.3Press D, E, or F directly below the list you wish to change.First list member is displayed. Flashing p indicates programming mode.4Press U or V to view other list members.5Stop on a list member to display name and ID number.(037</,67352*3$*( &$// 3+21),5(&+,() p180 1$0(6(&85,7< p180 1$0(
56Common Radio Features6Press D, E, or F directly below 180.7Blinking 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.8Press D, E, or F directly below 6$9( to save your change.Return to step 4 to make more changes.ORPress h to cancel a change and return to home display.6(&85,7< p180 1$0(6(&85,7< p_6$9(
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 57Common Radio FeaturesUse the Preprogrammed Number Select Button1Press U to find 352*.2Press D, E, or F directly below 352*. The changeable lists are displayed.3Press D, E, or F directly below the list you wish to change.First list member is displayed. Flashing p indicates programming mode.4Use keypad to enter a list member number of up to 12 characters.5Stop on a list member to display name and ID number.6Press the Number Select preprogrammed button to enter “programming—number-edit” mode.7Blinking 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.) 352*),5(&+,() p*8$5' p_6$9(
58Common Radio Features8Press D, E, or F directly below 6$9( to save your change.Return to step 4 to make more changes.ORPress h to cancel a change and return to home display.9Press Number Select button again to make more changes.
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 59Common Radio FeaturesEdit a Call, Page, or Phone List NameUse the Menu1Press U to find 352*.2Press D, E, or F directly below 352*. The changeable lists are displayed.3Press D, E, or F directly below the list you wish to change.First list member is displayed. Flashing p indicates programming mode.4Press U or V to scroll to view other list members.5Stop on a list member to display name and ID number.6Press D, E, or F directly below 1$0(.352*3$*( &$// 3+21),5(&+,() p180 1$0(6(&85,7< p180 1$0(6(&85,7<B p6$9(
60Common Radio FeaturesUse the Preprogrammed Text Select Button7Blinking cursor shows location of character to be added. Press a keypad button to add a character. See “Keypad” on page 20.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.8Press D, E, or F directly below 6$9( to save your change.Return to step 4 to make more changes.ORPress h to cancel a change and return to home display.1Press U to find 352*.2Press D, E, or F directly below 352*. The changeable lists are displayed.*8$5'B p6$9(352*
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 61Common Radio Features3Press D, E, or F directly below the list you wish to change.First list member is displayed. Flashing status p indicates programming mode.4Press U or V to view other list members.5Stop on a list member to display name and ID number.6Press the Text Select preprogrammed button to enter “programming—text-edit” mode.7Blinking cursor shows location of character to be added. Press a keypad button to add a character. See “Keypad” on page 20. Press U or V twice to move two positions.Press V to erase characters. If you erase the entire line and press U or V, you exit the edit mode without saving your changes.Press h to cancel a change and return to home display.8Press Text Select button again to make more changes.
62Common Radio FeaturesScanThe 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. Priority operation is not available in this type of list.• You can view the scan list assigned to the currently selected channel the same way you would view other lists. See “Viewing a List” on page 54.Turn Scan On and OffUsing the Menu1Press U to find 6&$1.2Press D, E, or F directly below 6&$1.The current scan state is displayed.3Press D, E, or F directly below 21 or 2)). When scan is on, the scan status symbol (T) is displayed.6&$16&$12))21 2))T6&$121 2))
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 63Common Radio FeaturesUse the Preprogrammed Scan On/Off SwitchORTo exit the display menu without changing the scan state, press h or PTT.1Place 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.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.T6&$12121 2))
64Common Radio FeaturesIndividual CallsTelephone CallsUse your radio to make and receive standard phone calls. A landline phone can be used to call a radio, or a radio can be used to call a landline phone.Answer a Phone CallUse the Preprogrammed Call Response Button1When a phone call is received, you hear a telephone-type ringing, the LED flashes GREEN, the call-received symbol (m) flashes, and 3+21(&$// is displayed.• Telephone ringing• Flashing GREEN LED2Press the Call Response button within 20 seconds after the call indicators begin.3Press and hold the PTT button to talk; release it to listen.4Press h to hang up. m3+21(&$//
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 65Common Radio FeaturesMake a Phone CallUse the Menu1Press U to find 3+21.2Press D, E, or F directly below 3+21.The last transmitted phone number is displayed.3Press U or V to scroll to the phone number you want in the list.4Press the PTT button to start the phone call to the displayed number.ORPress the preprogrammed Quick Access button to start the phone call to the displayed number.5Hold the PTT button to talk, release it to listen.3+21-
66Common Radio FeaturesUse the Keypad1Press U. to find 3+21.2Press D, E, or F directly below 3+21.The last transmitted phone number is displayed.3Enter the phone number you want using the keypad.4Press the PTT button to start the phone call to the displayed number.OR Or press the preprogrammed Quick Access button to start the phone call to the displayed number.5Hold the PTT button to talk, release it to listen.3+21-
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 67Common Radio FeaturesPhone Call Display and Alert Prompts• When you press the PTT button and the phone system is not available, a long tone sounds.• When a channel is not available, a busy tone sounds.The radio will automatically connect when a channel opens.• When the phone system is busy, a long tone sounds.Exit the phone mode and try your call later.• The system does not acknowledge your call.• If 123+21( or 12$&.12:/'* is displayed, or after you finish your call, press h or the PTT button, to hang up. Radio returns to the home display.Notes: • You might need to dial an extension number after you reach the number you called.• A high-pitched tone, generated when you release the PTT button, indicates to the landline party that he or she can begin talking. • You have the option of sending additional digits (overdial), such as credit card or PIN numbers, to the phone system. If the radio is programmed for live overdial, every digit entered after the call is connected is sent to the phone system.• If the radio is programmed for buffered overdial, the digits pressed are entered into memory and then sent when the PTT button is pressed. Press the PTT to send either digits or voice, but not both at the same time.123+21(3+21(%86<3+21(%86<12$&.12:/'*
68Common Radio FeaturesEnhanced Private-Conversation Calls (Trunked Channels Only)These one-to-one calls between two radios are not heard by others in the current talkgroup. The calling radio automatically verifies the receiving radio is active on the system and can display the caller’s ID.Answer a Private CallUse the Preprogrammed Call Response Button.1When a private call is received, you hear two alert tones, the LED flashes GREEN, the call-received symbol (m) flashes, and &$//5(&(,9' is displayed.• Two tones• Flashing GREEN LED2Press the Call Response button within 20 seconds.If the caller’s name is in the call list, it will be displayed.OR If the name is not in the call list, the caller’s ID number is displayed.3Press and hold the PTT button to talk; release it to listen.4Press h or the Call Response button to hang up. m&$//5(&(,9'
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 69Common Radio FeaturesMake a Private CallUse the Menu1Press U. to find &$//.2Press D, E, or F directly below &$//.The last private call sent or received is displayed.3Press U or V to scroll to the ID number you want in the list.ORType the ID number using the keypad.4Press 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.5The called ID is momentarily displayed, followed by 3/($6(:$,7. The called ID is displayed once connected.If the system does not acknowledge the call, 12$&.12:/'* is displayed. If the target radio does not respond before the time out, 12$16:(5 is displayed.&$//,'12$&.12:/'*12$16:(5
70Common Radio FeaturesUse the Keypad1Press U to.find &$//.2Press D, E, or F directly below &$//.The last private call sent or received is displayed.3Use the keypad to enter the ID number you want to call.4Press 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.5The called ID is momentarily displayed, followed by 3/($6(:$,7. The called ID is displayed once connected.If the system does not acknowledge the call, 12$&.12:/'* is displayed. If the target radio does not respond before the time out, 12$16:(5 is displayed.&$//,'12$&.12:/'*12$16:(5
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 71Common Radio FeaturesCall Alert Paging(Trunked Channels Only)Call Alert allows your radio to work like a pager. Even if other users are away from their radios, or if they are unable to hear their radios, you can still send them a Call Alert page. With Call Alert paging, you can also verify if a radio is active on the system.Answer a Call Alert Page1When a Call Alert Page is received, you hear two alert tones, the LED flashes GREEN, the call-received symbol (m) flashes, and 3$*(5(&(,9(' is displayed.• Two tones• Flashing GREEN LED2Press the Top Side button to stop the Alert Tone.3If the call is acknowledged, press and hold the PTT button to talk, release it to listen.m3$*(5(&(,9'
72Common Radio FeaturesMake a Call AlertUse the Menu1Press U to find 3$*(.2Press D, E, or F directly below 3$*(.The page sent or received is displayed.3Press U or V to scroll to the ID number you want in the list.4Press 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.If the system does not acknowledge the call, 12$&.12:/'* is displayed. 3$*(,'12$&.12:/'*
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 73Common Radio FeaturesUse the Keypad1Press U to find 3$*(.2Press D, E, or F directly below 3$*(.The last page sent or received is displayed.3Press U or V to scroll to the ID number you want in the list.4Enter 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$&.12:/'* is displayed. 3$*(,'12$&.12:/'*
74Common Radio FeaturesConventional 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 Talkgroup1Press U to find 7*53.2Press D, E, or F directly below 7*53.The last user-selected-and-stored talkgroup, and its available softkeys, are displayed.3Press U or V to scroll through the status list, or use the keypad to enter the number of the desired index.4Press D, E, or F directly below 36(7 (to select the preset or programmed talkgroup), or below 6(/ (to save the talkgroup and return to the home display).5To exit, press h or the PTT button, or turn the 16-Position Select knob.7*537*5336(7 6(/
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 75Common Radio FeaturesStatus 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 CallUse the Menu 1Press U to find 676.2Press D, E, or F directly below 676.The last acknowledged status call or the first status in the list is displayed.3Press U or V to scroll through the status list ORUse the keypad to enter a number corresponding to the location in the status list.4Press the PTT button to send the status.When the dispatcher acknowledges, four beeps sound and $&.5(&(,9(' is displayed.If no acknowledgment is received, you will see 12$&.12:/'*.5Press h to go to the home display.676$&.5(&(,9('12$&.12:/'*
76Common Radio FeaturesNote: 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 1Press the preprogrammed Status Button. The last acknowledged status call or the first status in the list is displayed.2Press U or V to scroll through the status list.ORUse the keypad to enter a number corresponding to the location in the status list.3Press the PTT button to send the status.When the dispatcher acknowledges, four beeps sound and $&.5(&(,9(' is displayed.If no acknowledgment is received, you will see 12$&.12:/'*.4Press h to go to the home display.$&.5(&(,9('12$&.12:/'*
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 77Common Radio FeaturesNote: 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 OperationAlso 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. Transmit and receive frequencies are different.Select Repeater or Direct Operation Use the Menu1Press U to find ',5.2Press D, E, or F directly below ',5. The current operation is momentarily displayed.For Direct mode:For Repeater mode:3Press D, E, or F directly below ',5 or 5375.4Press h to exit display menu without changing the current operation.',5r',55375
78Common Radio FeaturesUse the Preprogrammed Repeater/Direct Switch1Place the Repeater/Direct Switch in Repeater or Direct position. 2Press D, E, or F directly below ',5. The current operation is momentarily displayed.For Direct mode:For Repeater mode:3Press D, E, or F directly below ',5 or 5375.4Press h to exit display menu without changing the current operation.',5r',55375
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 79Special Radio FeaturesPTT IDReceiveThis 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.TransmitYour 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.View Your Radio’s ID NumberUse the MenuUse the Preprogrammed Call or Page Button1Press U or V to find &$// or 3$*(.2Press D, E, or F directly below &$// or 3$*(.3Press V. 1Press the Call or Page button.2Press V. or 3$*(&$//Your radioÕs ID<RXUUDGLRV,'Your radioÕs ID<RXUUDGLRV,'
80Special Radio FeaturesTrunking System ControlsFailsoftThe 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:When the trunking system returns to normal operation, your radio automatically leaves failsoft operation and returns to trunked operation.Out-of-RangeIf you go out of the range of the system, and can no longer lock onto a control channel: Your radio remains in this out-of-range condition until:• It locks onto a control channel,• It locks onto a failsoft channel, or • It is turned off.Your radio transmits and receives in conventional operation on a predetermined frequency. You hear a medium-pitched tone every 10 seconds. The display shows 2872)5$1*( and the currently selected zone/channel combination, and/or you hear a low-pitched tone. • Low-pitched toneYour radioÕs ID)$,/62)7Your radioÕs ID2872)5$1*(
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 81Special Radio FeaturesSite LockThis 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 SiteUse the MenuUse the Preprogrammed Site Lock/Unlock Button1Press U or V to find 6,7(.2Press D, E, or F directly below 6,7(.The current lock state is displayed.3Press D, E, or F directly below /2&. or 81/..• The new site-lock state is saved.• Your radio returns to the home display.1Press the Site Lock/Unlock button.The current lock state is momentarily displayed.2Press and hold the Site Lock/Unlock button until you see the desired lock state.6,7(or 81/./2&.or 81/./2&.
82Special Radio FeaturesSite TrunkingIf 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 ChangeView the Current SiteChange the Current SiteMomentarily press the preprogrammed Site Search button.The display shows either the number of the current site and its corresponding Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) symbol (s) ORIf the radio is scanning for a new site, the display momentarily shows 6&$1,1*6,7(.Press and hold down the preprogrammed Site Search button to manually force the change to a new site.s6,7(6&$11,1*6,7(
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 83Special Radio FeaturesYou hear a tone, and the display shows 6&$11,1*6,7( while the radio scans for a new site.The radio returns to the home display when it finds a new site.6&$11,1*6,7(
84Special Radio FeaturesReal Time ClockUsing 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.Program Time and Date• 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'<.1Press U to find &/&..2Press D, E, or F directly below &/&.. The current setting is displayed.3Press D, E, or F directly below (',7The first item flashes.4Press P or Q to change the selected item.+5$00'<&/&.+5$00'<(',7+5$00'<6$9(+50'<6$9(
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 85Special Radio FeaturesNote: If a call arrives while the radio is in the clock-setting menu, the radio exits clock setting, your changes are lost, and the call information is displayed.Note: Press h at any time to return to the home display without saving your changes.ORPress M one or more times to move to an item you wish to change.5Press P or Q to change the selected item.6Press M one or more times to move to an in the date field.7Press P or Q to change the selected item.8When you have made all your changes, press D, E, or F directly below 6$9( to save your changes and return to the Home display.+5$00'<6$9(+5$00'<6$9(+5$00'<6$9(+5$00'<6$9(
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ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 87Helpful TipsRadio CareCleaningTo clean the external surfaces of your radio:1Combine one teaspoon of mild dishwashing detergent to one gallon of water (0.5% solution).2Apply the solution sparingly with a stiff, non-metallic, short-bristled 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.3Clean battery contacts with a lint-free cloth to remove dirt or grease.Handling• Do not pound, drop, or throw the radio unnecessarily. Never carry the radio by the antenna.• Avoid subjecting the radio to an excess of liquids.• Avoid subjecting the radio to corrosives, solvents or spirits.• Do not disassemble the radio.• Keep the accessory-connector cover in place until ready to use the connector. Replace the cover immediately once the accessory has been disconnected.Do not use solvents to clean your radio. Spirits may permanently damage the radio housing.Do not submerge the radio in the detergent solution.!C a u t i o n
88Helpful TipsServiceProper 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. Through its maintenance and installation program, Motorola makes available the finest service to those desiring reliable, continuous communications on a contract basis. For a contract service agreement, please contact your nearest Motorola service or sales representative, or an authorized Motorola dealer.Express Service Plus (ESP) is an optional extended service coverage plan, which provides for the repair of this product for a period of three years from the date of shipment from the factory, or the date of delivery if purchased from an authorized Motorola two-way radio dealer. For more information about ESP, contact the Motorola Radio Support Center at 3761 South Central Avenue, Rockford, IL 61102 (800) 227-6772 / (847)725-4200.
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 89Helpful TipsBatteryBattery LifeBattery 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. Further, a battery which receives minimal overcharging and averages only 25% discharge, will last even longer.Charging the Battery Motorola batteries are designed specifically to be used with a Motorola charger and vice-versa. Charging in non-Motorola equipment may lead to battery damage and void the battery warranty. Motorola-authorized battery chargers may not charge batteries other than the ones listed on page 55.The battery should be at about 77°F (25°C) (room temperature), whenever possible. Charging a cold battery (below 50° F [10°C]) may result in leakage of electrolyte and ultimately in failure of the battery. Charging a hot battery (above 95°F [35°C]) results in reduced discharge capacity, affecting the performance of the radio. Motorola rapid-rate battery chargers contain a temperature-sensing circuit to ensure that batteries are charged within the temperature limits stated above.Battery Charge StatusYour radio can indicate your battery’s charge status by the following: LED and Sounds• you see the LED flash red when the PTT Button is pressed indicating low battery• you hear a low-battery “chirp” (short, high-pitched tone)
90Helpful TipsBattery Recycling and DisposalNickel-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.S. and Canada, Motorola participates in the nationwide Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC) program for NiCd battery collection and recycling. Many retailers and dealers participate in this program.For the location of the drop-off facility closest to you, access RBRC's Internet web site at www.rbrc.com or call 1-800-8-BATTERY. This internet site and telephone number also provide other useful information concerning recycling options for consumers, businesses, and governmental agencies.
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 91Helpful TipsAntennaRadio Operating FrequenciesThe following antenna types are compatible with your radio: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 806 to 870 MHz.Antenna type Approx. length InsulatorcolorcodeFrequency range Antenna kit no.in. mm800 MHz Whip, Halfwave 7 175 RED 806-870 MHz NAF5037800MHz Stubby, Quarterwave3.3 83 WHITE 806-870 MHz NAF5042color
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ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 93AccessoriesMotorola provides the following approved accessories to improve the productivity of your XTS 2500 portable two-way radio. AntennasAudioHeadsetsRemote Speaker MicrophonesNAF5037 806-870 MHz Whip, Half-wave, 7 inchNAF5042 806-870 MHz Quarter Wave, 3 inch, StubbyBDN6635 Boom Mic Headset with VOX (Adapter BDN6673)BDN6636 Throat Mic Headset with VOX (Adapter BDN6673)BDN6673 Headset Adapter Cable for use with BDN6645, BDN6635, and BDN6636NMN6245 Light Weight HeadsetNMN6259 Medium Weight Dual Headset with NC MicNMN1020 Safety Helmet Headset (adapter BDN6676) NKN6498 and NKN6050RMN4049 Jedi “TEMCO” Temple TransducerNMN6193 Remote Speaker Microphone
94AccessoriesSurveillanceBatteriesBDN6665 Earpiece with Extra-Loud Earphone (exceeds OSHA limits)BDN6666 Earpiece with Volume ControlBDN6667 Earpiece, Mic and PTT CombinedBDN6668 Earpiece, Mic and PTT SeparateBDN6671 PTT and VOX Interface Module for use with BDN6677, BDN6678, and BDN6641BDN6676 Adapter, 3.5 mm with PTT switchBDN6677 Ear Microphone, Standard 95 dB (Black)BDN6678 Ear Microphone, Standard 95 dB (Beige)BDN6708 PTT Interface Module for use with BDN6677, BDN6678, and BDN6641BDN6780 Earbud, Single with Mic and PTT Combined NTN1624 CommPort™ w/ Palm PTT NTN8819 and NKN6510NTN9815 NiCd High CapacityNTN9816 NiCd High Capacity, Factory Mutual Intrinsically Safe NTN9857 NiMH Ultra-High Capacity, Factory Mutual Intrinsically SafeNTN9858 NiMH Ultra-High Capacity
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 95AccessoriesBelt ClipsBody-WornChargersNote: Charge only the battery, not the radio with the battery attached, with NTN1177, NTN1178, and NTN1179.HLN6853 Belt Clip, 2 1/4 inchHLN9844 Belt Clip, 2 inchNTN8036 Carry case, 2.5 inch loop with swivelNTN8038 Carry case, 3.0 inch loop with swivelNTN1168 Single-Unit, Dual Rate, Rapid; 110 VNTN1169 Single-Unit, Dual Rate, Rapid; 220 V (2-prong Euro plug)NTN1170 Single-Unit, Dual Rate, Rapid; 240 V (3-prong UK plug)NTN1177 Multi-Unit, Dual Rate, Rapid: 110 VNTN1178 Multi-Unit, Dual Rate, Rapid: 240 V (3-prong UK plug)NTN1179 Multi-Unit, Rapid: 240V (UK 13 MAP Plug)NTN1667 Tri-Chemistry; 110 VNTN1669 Tri-Chemistry; 230 VNTN7209 Single-Unit Dual Rate, Rapid w/o CordNTN8726 Multi-Unit, Universal; 220 VNTN8727 Multi-Unit, Universal; 240 VNTN9176 Vehicular, Tri-Chemistry, XTS3000, XTS 3500, and compatible with PAC•RTWPLN4111_R IMPRES™ Single-Unit Smart Charger, 110V
96AccessoriesEnhanced and Multi-Unit Line CordsNTN7373 110 V Interchangeable Line NTN7374 220 V Interchangeable Line (2 prong Euro plug)NTN7375 240 V Interchangeable Line (3 prong Euro plug)
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 97GlossaryThis 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. A squelch circuit silences the radio when no signal is being received so that the user does not have to listen to “noise.” Central Controller A software controlled, computer-driven device that receives and generates data for the trunked radios assigned to it. It monitors and directs the operations of the trunked repeaters.Channel A group of characteristics such as transmit/receive frequency pairs, radio parameters, and encryption encoding.Control Channel In a trunking system, one of the channels that is used to provide a continuous, two-way/data communications path between the central controller and all radios on the system.Conventional Typically refers to radio-to-radio communications, sometimes through a repeater. (See Trunking.)Cursor A visual tracking marker (a blinking line) that indicates a location on the display.
98GlossaryDeadlock 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.Failsoft The failsoft system allows communications to take place even though the central controller has failed. Each trunked repeater in the system will key, and transmit a data word informing every radio that the system has gone into failsoft. FCC Federal Communications Commission.Hang Up Disconnect.Home Display The first display information after the radio completes its self test.LCD Liquid Crystal Display.LED Light-emitting diode.Monitor Check channel activity by pressing the Monitor button. If the channel is clear, you will hear static. If the channel is in use, you will hear conversation. It also serves as a way to check the volume level of the radio, as the radio will “open the squelch” when pressing the monitor button.Network Access Code Network Access Code (NAC) operates on digital channels to reduce voice channel interference between adjacent systems and sites.
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 99GlossaryNiCd 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. Private Line (PL) A sub-audible tone that is transmitted such that only receivers decoding this tone will hear the message. Programmable A radio control that can have a radio feature assigned to it.PTT Push-To-Talk — the PTT button engages the transmitter and puts the radio in transmit (send) operation when pressed.Radio Frequency (RF) The part of the general frequency spectrum between the audio and infrared light regions (about 10 kHz to10,000,000 MHz).Repeater A conventional radio feature, where you talk through a receive/transmit facility (repeater), that re-transmits received signals in order to improve communications range and coverage.Selective Switch See Network Access Code (NAC). Any digital traffic having the correct Network Access Code and the correct talkgroup.
100GlossarySquelch Special electronic circuitry added to the receiver of a radio which reduces, or squelches, unwanted signals beforethey 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.Talkaround Bypass a repeater and talk directly to another unit for easy local unit-to-unit communications.Talkgroup An organization of radio users who communicate with each other.Trunking The automatic sharing of communications paths between a large number of users. (See Conventional.)Zone A grouping of channels.
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 101Commercial WarrantyLimited WarrantyMOTOROLA COMMUNICATION PRODUCTSI. WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS AND FOR HOW LONG:MOTOROLA INC. (“MOTOROLA”) warrants the MOTOROLA manufactured Communication Products listed below (“Product”) against defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of time from the date of purchase as scheduled below:Motorola, at its option, will at no charge either repair the Product (with new or reconditioned parts), replace it (with a new or reconditioned Product), or refund the purchase price of the Product during the warranty period provided it is returned in accordance with the terms of this warranty. Replaced parts or boards are warranted for the balance of the original applicable warranty period. All replaced parts of Product shall become the property of MOTOROLA.This express limited warranty is extended by MOTOROLA to the original end user purchaser only and is not assignable or transferable to any other party. This is the complete warranty for the Product manufactured by MOTOROLA. MOTOROLA assumes no obligations or liability for additions or modifications to this warranty unless made in writing and signed by an officer of MOTOROLA. Unless made in a separate agreement between MOTOROLA and the original end user purchaser, MOTOROLA does not warrant the installation, maintenance or service of the Product.MOTOROLA cannot be responsible in any way for any ancillary equipment not furnished by MOTOROLA which is attached to or used in connection with the Product, or for operation of the Product with any ancillary equipment, and all such equipment is expressly excluded from this warranty. Because each system which may use ASTRO XTS 2500 Portable Units One (1) YearProduct Accessories One (1) Year
102Commercial Warrantythe 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. IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT SHALL MOTOROLA BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT, FOR ANY LOSS OF USE, LOSS OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE, COMMERCIAL LOSS, LOST PROFITS OR SAVINGS OR OTHER INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE SUCH PRODUCT, TO THE FULL EXTENT SUCH MAY BE DISCLAIMED BY LAW.III. STATE LAW RIGHTS:SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LIMITATION ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY. This warranty gives specific legal rights, and there may be other rights which may vary from state to state.IV. HOW TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE:You must provide proof of purchase (bearing the date of purchase and Product item serial number) in order to receive warranty service and, also, deliver or send the Product item, transportation and insurance prepaid, to an authorized warranty service location. Warranty service will be provided by Motorola through one of its authorized warranty service locations. If you first contact the company which sold you the Product (e.g., dealer or communication service
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 103Commercial Warrantyprovider), 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.D) Breakage or damage to antennas unless caused directly by defects in material workmanship.E) A Product subjected to unauthorized Product modifications, disassemblies or repairs (including, without limitation, the addition to the Product of non-Motorola supplied equipment) which adversely affect performance of the Product or interfere with Motorola's normal warranty inspection and testing of the Product to verify any warranty claim.F) Product which has had the serial number removed or made illegible.G) Rechargeable batteries if:• any of the seals on the battery enclosure of cells are broken or show evidence of tampering.• the damage or defect is caused by charging or using the battery in equipment or service other than the Product for which it is specified.H) Freight costs to the repair depot.I) A Product which, due to illegal or unauthorized alteration of the software/firmware in the Product, does not function in accordance with MOTOROLA’s published specifications or the FCC type acceptance labeling in effect for the Product at
104Commercial Warrantythe 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. PATENT AND SOFTWARE PROVISIONS:MOTOROLA will defend, at its own expense, any suit brought against the end user purchaser to the extent that it is based on a claim that the Product or parts infringe a United States patent, and MOTOROLA will pay those costs and damages finally awarded against the end user purchaser in any such suit which are attributable to any such claim, but such defense and payments are conditioned on the following:A) that MOTOROLA will be notified promptly in writing by such purchaser of any notice of such claim;B) that MOTOROLA will have sole control of the defense of such suit and all negotiations for its settlement or compromise; andC) should the Product or parts become, or in MOTOROLA’s opinion be likely to become, the subject of a claim of infringement of a United States patent, that such purchaser will permit MOTOROLA, at its option and expense, either to procure for such purchaser the right to continue using the Product or parts or to replace or modify the same so that it becomes non-infringing or to grant such purchaser a credit for the Product or parts as depreciated and accept its return. The depreciation will be an equal amount per year over the lifetime of the Product or parts as established by MOTOROLA.MOTOROLA will have no liability with respect to any claim of patent infringement which is based upon the combination of the Product or parts furnished hereunder with software, apparatus or devices not furnished by MOTOROLA, nor will MOTOROLA have any liability for
ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III 105Commercial Warrantythe 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. MOTOROLA software may be used in only the Product in which the software was originally embodied and such software in such Product may not be replaced, copied, distributed, modified in any way, or used to produce any derivative thereof. No other use including, without limitation, alteration, modification, reproduction, distribution, or reverse engineering of such MOTOROLA software or exercise of rights in such MOTOROLA software is permitted. No license is granted by implication, estoppel or otherwise under MOTOROLA patent rights or copyrights.VII. GOVERNING LAW:This Warranty is governed by the laws of the State of Illinois, USA.
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ASTRO Digital XTS2500 Model III 107IndexAaccessoriesantennas .................................93batteries ..................................94belt clips ..................................95carry cases ..............................95chargers ..................................95multi-unit line cords .................96remote speaker microphones ..93alert tones ...................................21analog squelch ............................46answer a phone call ....................64answer a private call ...................68Antenna ......................................27Attach the antenna ..................27antennaradio operating frequencies .....91attach the adapter .......................30attach the battery ........................25attach the belt clip .......................28Bbattery .........................................24battery charge status ...............89charging the battery ................24recycling and disposal .............90battery charge status ..................24belt clip ........................................28Busy Override .............................80Cchange passwords ......................44common radio features ...............41conventional mode operation ......39conventional squelch options ......46conventional talkgroup calls ........74Ddigital squelch .............................46display .........................................14Eedit a list name ............................59edit a list number ........................ 55electromagnetic interference/compatibility ................................3emergency .................................. 49emergency keep-alive ................ 53exposure to radio frequency energy ......................................... 1FFailsoft ........................................ 80failsoft ......................................... 80four-way navigation button ......... 19Gglossary ...................................... 97Hhome button ............................... 19Iindividual calls ............................ 64intrinsically safe radio information 7Kkeypad ........................................ 20LLED indicators ............................ 21listscan list empty ........................ 55view a list ................................ 54lists ............................................. 54Mmake a call alert ......................... 72make a phone call ...................... 65make a private call ...................... 69menu entry (softkey) ................... 16menu selection features .............18menu sleect buttons ................... 17mute or unmute keypad tones .... 45use the menu .......................... 45
108IndexNnotations used in this manual ......11Ooperational warnings .....................5out-of-range ................................80Pphone call display and alert prompts ......................................67physical features of the radio ......13PL defeat .....................................47power leveltransmit power level switch ......42programmable features ...............14PTT ID .........................................79Rradio carecleaning ...................................87handling ...................................87radio lock .....................................43real time clockprogram date and time ............84receive and transmit ....................36remote speaker microphone adapter ......................................30remove the adapter .....................30remove the antenna ....................27remove the battery ......................25repeater or direct operation .........77select repeater or direct ...........77Ssafety and general information ......1scan ............................................62conventional ............................62talkgroup scan .........................62turn scan on and off .................62scan list empty ............................55select a channel ..........................34select a zone ...............................33select talkgroup ...........................74send a silent emergency alarm ...51send an emergency alarm ..........50send an emergency call ..............51service ........................................88site lock .......................................81site trunking ................................82site view and change ..................82smart battery condition ...............26standard accessories ..................24status calls ..................................75send a status call ....................75status symbols ............................15Ttime-out timer ..............................48trunking system controls .............80turn the radio off .........................32turn the radio on .........................32Uuniversal connectorattach the cover ......................29remove the cover ....................29universal connector cover ...........29use while driving ...........................4Vview a list ....................................54Wwarranty ....................................101Zzones and channels ....................33

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