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- Page 1 ® ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III User Guide 68P81094C06-O Document Creation Date: 5/2/01 Document Modification Date: 8/27/01...
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Page 2: Computer Software Copyrights
General Information” section in the front of this user guide. Also, be sure to retain this publication for future reference. Computer Software Copyrights The Motorola products described in this manual may include copyrighted Motorola computer programs stored in semiconductor memories or other media. Laws in the United States and other... - Page 3 ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Select a Channel Alarm continues until you exit by: • Press and hold Emergency button Model III Radio Method 1: Using the Select Knob After selecting the desired zone, turn the 16- • Press PTT again. Quick Reference Card position Select Knob to the desired channel.
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Page 4: Menu Navigation
Display Status Symbols Menu Entries (Use With Menu Navigation) Entry Menu Selection Page Entry Menu Selection Page Power Level. Power Level. H = high TX Power Level power; L = low power 76UU Smart Battery T86I Call Received. Receiving an individual Scan On/Off 86GG Private Call... -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Repair................... 9 Relabeling ................10 Do Not Substitute Options or Accessories ......10 , Motorola, ASTRO, XTS 2500 and Private Conversation are trademarks of Motorola, Inc. P25 radios contain technology patented by Digital Voice Systems, Inc. © 2001 by Motorola, Inc. - Page 6 Contents General Radio Operation Notations Used in This Manual ............11 XTS 2500 Model III Radio ...............12 Physical Features of the Radio ............13 Programmable Features ..............14 Display .....................14 Backlight ..................15 Status Symbols ................15 Menu Entry (Softkey) ...............16 Menu Select Buttons ...............17 Menu Selection Features ............18 Home Button (h) ................19 W@P™...
- Page 7 Contents Turn the Radio Off ..............32 Zones and Channels ............... 33 Select a Zone ................33 Use the Menu..............33 Use the Preprogrammed Zone Switch ....... 34 Select a Channel ..............34 Method 1: Use the Preprogrammed Channel Selector ..34 Method 2: Use the Menu............
- Page 8 Contents Edit a Call, Page, or Phone List Name ........59 Use the Menu ..............59 Use the Preprogrammed Text Select Button...... 60 Scan ....................62 Turn Scan On and Off ...............62 Using the Menu ..............62 Use the Preprogrammed Scan On/Off Switch....63 Individual Calls ................64 Telephone Calls ................64 Answer a Phone Call ..............64...
- Page 9 Contents View Your Radio’s ID Number ..........79 Use the Menu..............79 Use the Preprogrammed Call or Page Button....79 Trunking System Controls ............... 80 Failsoft ..................80 Out-of-Range ................80 Site Lock ................... 81 Lock or Unlock a Site ............81 Site Trunking ................
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Page 11: Safety And General Information
(listen) you must release the Push-To-Talk button. Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy Your 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): •... -
Page 12: Two-Way Radio Operation
To 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... -
Page 13: Antenna Care
Approved Accessories For a list of approved Motorola accessories look in the appendix or accessory section of this manual. Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility Note: Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to... -
Page 14: Hearing Aids
Safety and General Information recommendations are consistent with those of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Persons with pacemakers should: • ALWAYS keep the radio more than 6 inches (15 centimeters) from their pacemaker when the radio is turned ON. •... -
Page 15: Operational Warnings
Safety and General Information Operational Warnings For Vehicles With an Air Bag Do not place a portable radio in the area over an air bag or in the air bag deployment area. Air bags W A R N I N G inflate with great force. -
Page 16: Operational Cautions
Safety and General Information Operational Cautions Antennas Do not use any portable radio that has a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into contact C a u t i o n with your skin, a minor burn can result. Batteries All batteries can cause property damage and/or bodily injury such as burns if a conductive... -
Page 17: Intrinsically Safe Radio Information
Safety and General Information Intrinsically Safe Radio Information FMRC Approved Equipment Anyone intending to use a radio in a location where hazardous concentrations of flammable materials exist (hazardous atmosphere) is advised to become familiar with the subject of intrinsic safety and with the National Electric Code NFPA 70 (National Fire Protection Association) Article 500 (hazardous [classified] locations). - Page 18 Product unit in any way that exposes the internal electrical circuits of the unit. Radios 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.
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Page 19: Repair Of Fmrc Approved Products
REPAIRS 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”). -
Page 20: Relabeling
FMRC Approved model. Do Not Substitute Options or Accessories The 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. -
Page 21: General Radio Operation
General Radio Operation Notations Used in This Manual You will notice the use of WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, and Notes throughout this manual. These notations are used to emphasis that safety hazards exist and that care must be taken or observed. WARNING: An operational procedure, practice, condition, etc. -
Page 22: Xts 2500 Model Iii Radio
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Page 23: Physical Features Of The Radio
General Radio Operation Physical Features of the Radio Item Page Item Page Antenna 11 3-Position Rotary Switch (programmable) Top Button 12 On/Off/Volume (programmable) Control Knob 13 Microphone Speaker 14 Top Side Button (programmable) Universal Connector 15 Push-to-Talk (PTT) Button Display 16 Side Button 1 (programmable) Menu Select Buttons... -
Page 24: Programmable Features
General Radio Operation Programmable Features These features are programmable by a qualified technician: Feature Page Feature Page Call Alert Page Repeater/Direct Call Response Scan On/Off Channel Selection Site Lock/Unlock Emergency Site Search Keypad Mute Status Call Monitor Text Select Number Select Transmit Power Level Phone Volume Set... -
Page 25: Backlight
General Radio Operation Backlight If poor light conditions make the display or channel numbers (around the 16-Position Select knob) difficult to read, turn on the radio’s backlights by pressing the Light button. These lights will remain on for a preprogrammed time before they turn off automatically, or you can turn them off immediately by pressing the Light button again. -
Page 26: Menu Entry (Softkey)
General Radio Operation Table 1: Status Symbols Symbol Indication Page Talkaround. • On = Talking directly to another radio, not through a repeater. Conventional operation only. • Off = Talking through a repeater. Monitor (Carrier Squelch). The selected channel is being monitored. Conventional operation only. -
Page 27: Menu Select Buttons
General Radio Operation Menu Select Buttons The Menu Select buttons access the menu entries of features that have been activated by a qualified radio technician. Your radio may be programmed differently from the following example, but the display for selecting Scan on or off might look like this: 6&$1 softkey softkey... -
Page 28: Menu Selection Features
General Radio Operation Menu Selection Features In most cases, press U to display the following feature selections. Menu Feature Menu Selection Page Feature Page Selection 3$*( Call Alert Repeater/ Page Direct 3+21( &$// 6&$1 Call Scan On/ 5(&(,9(' Response 35,9$7( &$// 5(&(,9(' 3$*( 5(&(,9(' &+$1... -
Page 29: Home Button (H)
General Radio Operation Home Button ( h ) The Home button will always return you to the home (default) display. In most cases, this is the current mode. Some radio features require saving information in memory. Pressing the Home button while using those features will cause information to be saved before going to the home display. -
Page 30: Keypad
General Radio Operation Keypad The 3 x 4 alphanumeric keypad provides an interface to your radio’s features. The keypad functions in a manner similar to a standard telephone keypad when entering numeric digits. When the keypad is used to edit a list, each key can generate different characters of the alphabet. -
Page 31: Led Indicators
General Radio Operation LED Indicators This LED Color: indicates: RED (Non-flashing) Transmitting RED (Flashing) • Channel Busy • Low Battery (lights while transmitting) GREEN Receiving Individual Call Alert Tones Your radio uses alert tones to inform you of radio conditions. Table 2: Alert Tones You hear: Tone Name... - Page 32 General Radio Operation Table 2: Alert Tones (Continued) You hear: Tone Name Heard : Time-Out Timer Timed after time out. Talk Prohibit/ when the PTT button is PTT Inhibit pressed, and transmissions are prevented. Out-of-Range when the PTT button is Long, pressed, but the radio is Low-Pitched...
- Page 33 General Radio Operation Table 2: Alert Tones (Continued) You hear: Tone Name Heard : Failsoft when the system fails. Automatic Call Back when the voice channel is available from the previous request. Talk Permit upon pressing the PTT button, it verifies the system is accepting transmissions.
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Page 34: Standard Accessories
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. -
Page 35: Attach The Battery
General Radio Operation Attach the Battery With the radio off, fit the three extensions at the bottom of the battery into the bottom slots on the radio. Press the top of the battery against the radio until it clicks into place. Remove the Battery With the radio off, slide down the latches on the sides of... -
Page 36: Smart Battery Condition
General Radio Operation Smart Battery Condition This feature lets you view the condition of your Smart Battery. Use the Menu Press U to find %$77 . %$77 Press D, E, or F directly &$3$&,7< below %$77 . ,1,7 (67 &+*6 Note: If a Smart Battery is not 60$57 %$77 powering your radio... -
Page 37: Antenna
General Radio Operation Antenna Your radio’s operating frequency is 764 to 870 MHz. For information regarding other available antennas, see page 91. Attach the Antenna With the radio off, turn the antenna clockwise to attach it. Remove the Antenna With the radio off, turn the antenna counter-clockwise to remove it. -
Page 38: Belt Clip
General Radio Operation Belt Clip Attach the Belt Clip Align the grooves of the belt clip with those of the battery. Press the belt clip downward until you clear a “click.” Remove the Belt Clip Use a flat-bladed object to press the belt clip tab away from the battery. -
Page 39: Universal Connector Cover
General Radio Operation Universal Connector Cover The universal connector cover is located on the antenna side of the radio. It is used to connect certain accessories to the radio. To prevent damage to the connector, shield it with the connector cover when not in use. -
Page 40: Remote Speaker Microphone Adapter
Attach the Adapter With 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. - Page 41 General Radio Operation Snap the larger end of the adapter into place in the shroud indent, below the antenna port. ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III...
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Page 42: Radio On And Off
General Radio Operation Radio On and Off Turn the Radio On Turn the On/Off/Volume Control knob clockwise. • If the power-up test is successful, you will see 6HOI 7HVW 6HOI 7HVW • If the power-up test is unsuccessful, you will see (5525 ;;<<... -
Page 43: Zones And Channels
General Radio Operation Zones and Channels A zone is a grouping of channels. A channel is a group of radio characteristics, such as transmit/receive frequency pairs. Before you use your radio to receive or send messages, you should select the zone and channel. Select a Zone Use the Menu Press U to find =21(. -
Page 44: Use The Preprogrammed Zone Switch
General Radio Operation Use the Preprogrammed Zone Switch If a control on your radio has ),5( ',631: 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. -
Page 45: Method 2: Use The Menu
General Radio Operation Method 2: Use the Menu Press U to find &+$1. &+$1 Press D, E, or F directly below &+$1. ',63 1: The display shows the current channel name (in this case, ',63 1:) flashing and the zone (32/), not flashing. -
Page 46: Receive / Transmit
General Radio Operation Receive / Transmit Without Using the Volume Set and Monitor Buttons Turn the radio on and select the desired zone and channel. Listen for a transmission. Adjust the Volume Control knob if necessary. Release the Volume Set button. -
Page 47: Use Preprogrammed Volume Set Button
General Radio Operation Use Preprogrammed Volume Set Button Turn the radio on and select the desired zone and channel. See Turn the Radio On, page 32 and Zones and Channels, page Press and hold the Volume Set button to hear the volume set tone. -
Page 48: Use The Preprogrammed Monitor Button
General Radio Operation Use the Preprogrammed Monitor Button Turn the radio on and select the desired zone and channel. Press the Monitor button and listen for activity. (See the following Conventional Mode Operation.) Adjust the Volume Control Knob if necessary. Press and hold the PTT button to transmit. -
Page 49: Conventional Mode Operation
General Radio Operation Conventional Mode Operation Your radio may be programmed to receive Private-Line® (PL) calls. Momentarily press the Monitor button to listen for activity. The Carrier Squelch indicator is displayed. Press and hold the Monitor button to set continuous monitor operation. - Page 50 General Radio Operation Notes...
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Page 51: Common Radio Features
Common Radio Features Selectable Power Level This feature lets you select the power level at which your radio will transmit. The radio will always turn on to the preprogrammed default setting. Select LOW for a shorter transmitting distance and to conserve power. -
Page 52: Use The Preprogrammed Transmit Power Level Switch
Common Radio Features Use the Preprogrammed Transmit Power Level Switch Press U to find 3:5. Press D, E, or F directly below 3:5. The current power level is displayed along with /2: and +,*+. Press the preprogrammed Transmit Power Level switch to select /2:. -
Page 53: Radio Lock
Common Radio Features Radio Lock This feature provides stronger radio security. If this feature is enabled by a qualified technician, you will you will see 5$',2 /2&. when you turn the radio on. Unlock Your Radio Enter your numeric password of up to 8 characters. -
Page 54: Change Your Password
Common Radio Features Change Your Password Press U to find 36:'. 36:' Press D, E, or F 2/' 3$66:25' directly below 36:'. Enter the old password. Press D, E, or F directly below 6(/. Press the side button. 1(: 3$66:25' Enter new password. -
Page 55: Mute Or Unmute Keypad Tones
Common Radio Features Mute or Unmute Keypad Tones You can turn the keypad tones off and on. Use the Menu Press U to find 087(. 087( Press D, E, or F 721(6 2)) 721(6 21 directly below 087(. The current state is shown. Press D, E, or F directly below Note: Press the... -
Page 56: Conventional Squelch Options
Common Radio Features Conventional Squelch Options Analog Squelch Tone Private Line (PL), Digital Private-Line (DPL), network ID, and carrier squelch can be available (programmed) per channel. Network ID is available only on ASTRO “digital” channels. When in... this condition occurs: Carrier squelch (C) You hear all traffic on a channel. -
Page 57: Pl Defeat
Common Radio Features PL Defeat With this feature, you can override any coded squelch (DPL, PL, or network ID) that might be programmed to a channel. Place the preprogrammed PL Defeat switch in the PL Defeat position. You can now hear any activity on the channel. The radio is muted if no activity is present. -
Page 58: Time-Out Timer
Common Radio Features Time-out Timer The time-out timer turns off your radio’s transmitter. The timer is set for 60 seconds at the factory, but it can be programmed from 0 to 7.75 minutes (465 seconds) by a qualified radio technician. Hold down the PTT longer •... -
Page 59: Emergency
Common Radio Features Emergency If the top (orange) button is programmed to send an emergency signal, then this signal overrides any other communications over the selected channel. Your radio may be programmed for • Emergency Alarm • Emergency Alarm with Emergency Call •... -
Page 60: Send An Emergency Alarm
Common Radio Features Send an Emergency Alarm An Emergency Alarm will send a data transmission to the dispatcher, identifying the radio sending the emergency With your radio turned on, press the Emergency button. The current zone/ channel is displayed alternately with (0(5*(1&<... -
Page 61: Send A Silent Emergency Alarm
Common Radio Features 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. Send a Silent Emergency Alarm Press the Emergency button if your radio is programmed for this use. - Page 62 Common Radio Features Exit the Emergency State by pressing the Emergency button again for about one second (the time may be changed by a qualified technician). A medium-pitched tone sounds until you release the button. The radio returns to normal operation. The radio operates in the normal dispatch manner while in Emergency Call, except, if enabled, it will return to one of the following:...
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Page 63: Emergency Keep-Alive
Common Radio Features Note: • For ALL Emergency signals: You can change channels while in Emergency operation if the new channel is also programmed for Emergency. The emergency alarm or call continues on the new channel. • If the new channel is NOT programmed for Emergency, an invalid tone sounds until you exit the Emergency state or change to a channel programmed for emergency. -
Page 64: Lists
Common Radio Features Lists You can use lists to store frequently used numbers and associate them with names. There are four list types: • Call • Page • Phone • Scan View a List 9,(:. Press U arrow to find 9,(: Press D, E, or F directly below 9,(:. -
Page 65: Scan List Empty
Common Radio Features Scan List Empty If the scan list has no members, (037< /,67 (037< /,67 is displayed. (037< /,67 can be changed by turning scan off, or a qualified technician adds members to the scan list. Edit a Call, Page, or Phone List Number Use the Menu Press U to find 352*. - Page 66 Common Radio Features Press D, E, or F 6(&85,7< directly below 180. 1$0( Blinking cursor shows 6(&85,7< location of number to be _ added. Press a keypad button to add a digit. 6$9( Press V to erase digits. If you erase the entire number and press U or V, you exit the edit mode without saving...
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Page 67: Use The Preprogrammed Number Select Button
Common Radio Features Use the Preprogrammed Number Select Button Press U to find 352*. 352* Press D, E, or F directly below 352*. The changeable lists are displayed. Press D, E, or F directly below the list you wish to change. First list member is ),5( &+,() displayed. - Page 68 Common Radio Features Press D, E, or F directly below 6$9( to save your change. Return to step 4 to make more changes. Press to cancel a change and return to home display. Press Number Select button again to make more changes.
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Page 69: Edit A Call, Page, Or Phone List Name
Common Radio Features Edit a Call, Page, or Phone List Name Use the Menu Press U to find 352*. 352* Press D, E, or F directly below 352*. The changeable lists are 3$*( &$// 3+21 displayed. Press D, E, or F ),5( &+,() directly below the list you ... -
Page 70: Use The Preprogrammed Text Select Button
Common Radio Features Blinking cursor shows *8$5'B location of character to be added. Press a keypad button to add a character. 6$9( 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.) - Page 71 Common Radio Features Press D, E, or F directly below the list you wish to change. First list member is displayed. Flashing status p indicates programming mode. Press U or V to view other list members. Stop on a list member to display name and ID number.
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Page 72: Scan
Common Radio Features Scan The scan feature allows you to monitor traffic on different channels by scanning a preprogrammed list of channels. There is one list per radio. The list must be preprogrammed by a qualified technician. There are two types of available scan lists: •... -
Page 73: Use The Preprogrammed Scan On/Off Switch
Common Radio Features To exit the display menu without changing the scan state, press or PTT. Use the Preprogrammed Scan On/Off Switch Place the Scan On/Off switch in the Scan On or Scan Off position. The current scan state is displayed. -
Page 74: Individual Calls
Common Radio Features Individual Calls Telephone Calls Use your radio to make and receive standard phone calls. A landline phone can be used to call a radio, or a radio can be used to call a landline phone. Answer a Phone Call Use the Preprogrammed Call Response Button When a phone call is received, you hear a... -
Page 75: Use The Menu
Common Radio Features Make a Phone Call Use the Menu Press U to find 3+21. 3+21 Press D, E, or F directly below 3+21. - The last transmitted phone number is displayed. Press U or V to scroll to the phone number you want in the list. -
Page 76: Use The Keypad
Common Radio Features Use the Keypad Press U. to find 3+21. 3+21 Press D, E, or F directly below 3+21. - The last transmitted phone number is displayed. Enter the phone number you want using the keypad. Press the PTT button to start the phone call to the displayed number. -
Page 77: Phone Call Display And Alert Prompts
Common Radio Features Phone Call Display and Alert Prompts • When you press the PTT button and the phone system is not available, a long tone 12 3+21( sounds. • When a channel is not available, a busy tone sounds. 3+21( %86<... -
Page 78: Enhanced Private-Conversation Calls (Trunked Channels Only)
Common Radio Features Enhanced Private-Conversation Calls (Trunked Channels Only) These one-to-one calls between two radios are not heard by others in the current talkgroup. The calling radio automatically verifies the receiving radio is active on the system and can display the caller’s ID. Answer a Private Call Use the Preprogrammed Call Response Button. -
Page 79: Use The Menu
Common Radio Features Make a Private Call Use the Menu Press U. to find &$//. &$// Press D, E, or F ,' directly below &$//. The last private call sent or received is displayed. Press U or V to scroll to the ID number you want in the list. -
Page 80: Use The Keypad
Common Radio Features Use the Keypad Press U to.find &$//. &$// Press D, E, or F ,' directly below &$//. The last private call sent or received is displayed. Use the keypad to enter the ID number you want to call. Press the PTT button to start the Private Call to the displayed number. -
Page 81: Call Alert Paging
Common Radio Features Call Alert Paging (Trunked Channels Only) Call Alert allows your radio to work like a pager. Even if other users are away from their radios, or if they are unable to hear their radios, you can still send them a Call Alert page. With Call Alert paging, you can also verify if a radio is active on the system Answer a Call Alert Page When a Call Alert Page is... -
Page 82: Make A Call Alert
Common Radio Features Make a Call Alert Use the Menu Press U to find 3$*(. 3$*( Press D, E, or F ,' directly below 3$*(. The page sent or received is displayed. Press U or V to scroll to the ID number you want in the list. -
Page 83: Use The Keypad
Common Radio Features Use the Keypad Press U to find 3$*(. 3$*( Press D, E, or F ,' directly below 3$*(. The last page sent or received is displayed. Press U or V to scroll to the ID number you want in the list. -
Page 84: Conventional Talkgroup Calls (Conventional Operation Only)
Common Radio Features Conventional Talkgroup Calls (Conventional Operation Only) Talkgroup Call lets you define a group of conventional system users so that they can share the use of a conventional channel. Select Talkgroup Press U to find 7*53. 7*53 Press D, E, or F directly below 7*53. -
Page 85: Status Calls (Trunked Radios Only)
Common Radio Features Status Calls (Trunked Radios Only) You can send data calls to the dispatcher about a predefined status. Each status can have up to a 12-character alias. A maximum of eight aliases is possible. Send a Status Call Use the Menu Press U to find 676. -
Page 86: Send A Status Call
Common Radio Features Note: No traffic is heard on trunked channels while Status Calls is selected. If the radio detects no Status Call activity for six seconds, an alert tone sounds until the or PTT button is pressed. Send a Status Call Use the Preprogrammed Status Button Press the preprogrammed Status Button. -
Page 87: Repeater Or Direct Operation
Common Radio Features Note: No traffic is heard on trunked channels while Status Calls is selected. If the radio detects no Status Call activity for six seconds, an alert tone sounds until the or PTT button is pressed. Repeater or Direct Operation Also known as TALKAROUND operation, DIRECT lets you bypass the repeater and connect directly to another radio. -
Page 88: Use The Preprogrammed Repeater/Direct Switch
Common Radio Features Use the Preprogrammed Repeater/Direct Switch Place the Repeater/Direct Switch in Repeater or Direct position. Press D, E, or F directly below ',5. The current operation is momentarily displayed. For Direct mode: For Repeater mode: 5375 Press D, E, or F directly below ',5 or 5375. -
Page 89: Special Radio Features
Special Radio Features PTT ID Receive This feature allows you to see the radio ID number of the radio you are currently receiving. This ID can be a maximum of eight characters and can be viewed by both the receiving radio and the dispatcher. Transmit Your radio’s ID number is automatically sent every time the PTT button is pressed. -
Page 90: Trunking System Controls
Special Radio Features Trunking System Controls Failsoft The failsoft system ensures continuous radio communications during a trunked system failure. If a trunking system fails completely, the radio goes into failsoft operation and automatically switches to its failsoft channel. During failsoft operation: Your radio transmits and receives )$,/62)7 in conventional operation on a... -
Page 91: Site Lock
Special Radio Features Site Lock This feature allows your radio to lock onto a specific site and not roam among wide-area talkgroup sites. This feature should be used with caution, since it inhibits roaming to another site in a wide-area system. -
Page 92: Site Trunking
Special Radio Features Site Trunking If the zone dispatcher loses communication with any site, that site reverts to what is known as “site trunking.” The display shows “6,7( 7581.1*” and the currently selected zone/channel combination. When this occurs, you can communicate only with other radios within your trunking site. - Page 93 Special Radio Features You hear a tone, and the display shows 6&$11,1* 6&$11,1* 6,7( 6,7( while the radio scans for a new site. The radio returns to the home display when it finds a new site. ASTRO Digital XTS 2500 Model III...
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Page 94: Real Time Clock
Special Radio Features Real Time Clock Using this special feature, you may program the time and date as you might with other electronic devices. The clock display is enabled by a qualified radio technician. • The default time setting is a +5 $0 12-hour clock. - Page 95 Special Radio Features Note: Press at any time to return to the home display without saving your changes. +5 $0 0'< Press M one or more times to 6$9( move to an item you wish to change. Press P or Q to change the +5 $0 selected item.
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Page 97: Helpful Tips Radio Care
Helpful Tips Radio Care Cleaning To clean the external surfaces of your radio: Combine one teaspoon of mild dishwashing detergent to one gallon of water (0.5% solution). Apply 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. -
Page 98: Service
Helpful Tips Service Proper repair and maintenance procedures will assure efficient operation and long life for this product. A Motorola maintenance agreement will provide expert service to keep this and all other communication equipment in perfect operating condition. A nationwide service organization is provided by Motorola to support maintenance services. -
Page 99: Battery
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. -
Page 100: Battery Recycling And Disposal
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. -
Page 101: Antenna
Helpful Tips Antenna Radio Operating Frequencies Before installing the antenna, make sure it matches your radio’s operating frequency. Antennas are frequency sensitive and are color coded according to their frequency range. The color code indicator is located in the center of the antenna’s base. - Page 102 Helpful Tips Notes...
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Page 103: Accessories
Accessories Motorola provides the following approved accessories to improve the productivity of your XTS 2500 portable two-way radio. Antennas NAF5037 806-870 MHz Whip, Half-wave, 7 inch NAF5042 806-870 MHz Quarter Wave, 3 inch, Stubby NAF5080 764-870 MHz Whip, Half-wave, 6.5 inch... -
Page 104: Batteries
Accessories Surveillance BDN6665 Earpiece with Extra-Loud Earphone (exceeds OSHA limits) BDN6666 Earpiece with Volume Control BDN6667 Earpiece, Mic and PTT Combined BDN6668 Earpiece, Mic and PTT Separate BDN6671 PTT and VOX Interface Module for use with BDN6677, BDN6678, and BDN6641 BDN6676 Adapter, 3.5 mm with PTT switch BDN6677... -
Page 105: Belt Clips
Accessories Belt Clips HLN6853 Belt Clip, 2 1/4 inch HLN9844 Belt Clip, 2 inch Body-Worn NTN8036 Carry case, 2.5 inch loop with swivel NTN8038 Carry case, 3.0 inch loop with swivel Chargers NTN1168 Single-Unit, Dual Rate, Rapid; 110 V NTN1169 Single-Unit, Dual Rate, Rapid;... -
Page 106: Enhanced And Multi-Unit Line Cords
Accessories Enhanced and Multi-Unit Line Cords NTN7373 110 V Interchangeable Line NTN7374 220 V Interchangeable Line (2 prong Euro plug) NTN7375 240 V Interchangeable Line (3 prong Euro plug) - Page 107 Glossary This is a list of specialized terms used in this manual. 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.
- Page 108 Glossary Deadlock Displayed by the radio after three failed attempts to unlock the radio.The radio must be powered off and on prior to another attempt. Digital Private Line A type of coded squelch using data bursts. (DPL) Similar to PL except a digital code is used instead of a tone.
- Page 109 Glossary NiCd Nickel Cadmium. NiMH Nickel Metal Hydride. Non-tactical/Revert The user will talk on a preprogrammed emergency channel. The emergency alarm is sent on this same channel. Page A one-way alert, with audio and/or display messages. Personality A set of unique features specific to a radio. Preprogrammed A feature that has been assigned in advance by a qualified technician.
- Page 110 Glossary Squelch Special electronic circuitry added to the receiver of a radio which reduces, or squelches, unwanted signals before they are heard in the speaker. Standby An operating condition whereby the radio’s speaker is muted but still continues to receive data. Status Calls Pre-defined text messages which allow the user to send conditional messages without...
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Page 111: Commercial Warranty
Product Accessories One (1) Year 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. - Page 112 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...
- Page 113 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.
- Page 114 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; and C) should the Product or parts become, or in MOTOROLA’s...
- Page 115 Commercial Warranty the use of ancillary equipment or software not furnished by MOTOROLA which is attached to or used in connection with the Product. The foregoing states the entire liability of MOTOROLA with respect to infringement of patents by the Product or any parts thereof.
- Page 116 Commercial Warranty Notes...
- Page 117 Index edit a list number ......55 electromagnetic interference/ accessories compatibility ........ 3 antennas .........93 emergency ........49 batteries ........94 emergency keep-alive ....53 belt clips ........95 exposure to radio frequency carry cases ......95 energy ......... 1 chargers ........95 multi-unit line cords ....96 remote speaker microphones ..93 Failsoft ........
- Page 118 Index send a silent emergency alarm ... 51 send an emergency alarm ..50 notations used in this manual ..11 send an emergency call ....51 service ........88 site lock ........81 operational warnings .....5 site trunking ........ 82 out-of-range ........80 site view and change ....