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SAFE AND EFFICIENT OPERATION OF MOTOROLA TWO-WAY RADIOS This document provides information and instructions for the safe and efficient operation of Motorola Portable and Mobile Two-Way Radios. The information provided in this document supersedes the general safety information contained in user guides published prior to January 1, 1998.
ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE/COMPATIBILITY NOTE Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI) if inadequately shielded, designed, or alternately configured for electromagnetic compatibility. To avoid electromagnetic interference and/or compatibility conflicts, turn off your radio in any facility where posted notices instruct you to do so. Hospital or health facilities may be using equipment that is sensitive to external RF energy.
In instances where the product is covered under a “return for replacement” or “return for repair” warranty, a check of the product should be performed prior to shipping the unit back to Motorola. This is to ensure that the product has been correctly programmed or has not been subjected to damage outside the terms of the warranty.
Aftermarket Division (AAD). If no part number is assigned, the part is not normally available from Motorola. If the part number is appended with an asterisk, the part is serviceable by Motorola Depot only. If a parts list is not included, this generally means that no user-serviceable parts are available for that kit or assembly.
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Radio Model Information Table 1-1 Radio Model Number (Example: LAH34KDC9AA1AN) Type of Model Freq. Power Physical Channel Feature Model Model Protocol Unit Series Band Level Packages Spacing Level Revision Package 4-5W Prog- Conventional (136-174 Display ramma- MHz) UHF R1 1-Line (403-470 Display MHz)
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safe And Efficient Operation Of Motorola Two-way Radios ......iii Exposure To Radio Frequency Energy.............iii Portable Radio Operation And EME Exposure ..........iii Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility ............iv Operational Warnings ..................iv Operational Cautions ..................iv Introduction 1.1 Scope of Manual....................1-1 1.2 Warranty and Service Support................1-1 1.2.1 Warranty Period .....................
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2.9.1 Power Amplifier ....................2-12 2.9.2 Antenna Switch ....................2-12 2.9.3 Harmonic Filter .....................2-13 2.9.4 Antenna Matching Network ................2-13 2.9.5 Power Control Integrated Circuit (PCIC) ............2-13 2.10 VHF Receiver.....................2-14 2.10.1 Receiver Front-End ..................2-14 2.10.2 Receiver Back-End..................2-15 2.10.3 Automatic Gain Control (AGC) ..............2-15 2.10.4 Frequency Generation Circuitry..............2-16 2.11 Synthesizer ......................2-16 2.12 Voltage Control Oscillator (VCO) ...............2-17...
Introduction Chapter 2 Theory of Operation Introduction This chapter provides a detailed theory of operation for the radio components. Schematic diagrams for the circuits described in the following paragraphs are located in Chapter 4 of this manual. Radio Power Distribution A block diagram of the DC power distribution throughout the radio board is shown in Figure 2-1.
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Radio Power Distribution Accessory Jacks Keypad/Option Board Audio PA Vdda UNSWB+ Vdda Reg. Fuse SWB+ 7.5V Vddd Vdda Battery Reg. FRACTN ASFIC_CMP LVZIF MCU Micro P, ROM Driver VCOBIC & EEPROM Control MECH. SWB+ On/Off Switch Reg. Low Battery Detect Ant.
Keypad Keypad The keypad block diagram is shown in Figure 2-2. The comparator compares the voltage when any one of the keypad row or keypad column keys is pressed. Pressing a key sends a message to the microprocessor through the output (KEY_INT) line signifying that a key has been pressed. The microprocessor then samples the Analog to Digital voltages at the keypad row and keypad column, and makes a comparison with a map table to identify the key pressed.
Controller Controller The controller board is the central interface between the various subsystems of the radio. It is separated into MCU digital and audio/signalling functions as shown in Figure 2-3. To Synthesizer Internal/ External 16.8 MHz Microphone Reference Clock Audio/Signalling from Synthesizer Architecture External...
UHF Transmitter UHF Transmitter The UHF transmitter consists of the following basic circuits as shown in Figure 2-4. • Power amplifier (PA) • Antenna switch/harmonic filter • Antenna matching network • Power control integrated circuit (PCIC) PCIC Antenna Vcontrol Vcontrol Jack Antenna Switch/ From VCO...
UHF Transmitter 2.5.3 Harmonic Filter The harmonic filter consists of C104, L102, C143, C103, L101, C142 and C102. The harmonic filter for UHF is a modified Zolotarev design optimized for efficiency of the power module. This type of filter has the advantage that it can give a greater attenuation in the stop-band for a given ripple level. The harmonic filter insertion loss is typically less than 1.2dB.
UHF Receiver UHF Receiver The UHF receiver consists of front end, back end, and automatic gain control circuits. A block diagram of the receiver is shown in Figure 2-5. Detailed descriptions of these stages are contained in the paragraphs that follow. Antenna Pin Diode Varactor...
UHF Receiver The output of the post-RF amplifier filter is connected to the passive double balanced mixer consisting of components T301, T302, and CR306. Matching of the filter to the mixer is provided by C381. After mixing with the first local oscillator (LO) signal from the voltage controlled oscillator (VCO) using low side injection, the RF signal is down-converted to a 45.1 MHz IF signal.
Synthesizer circuit, as RSSI generated by U301 is lower at cold temperatures compared to normal operation at room temperature. Resistor R300 and capacitor C397 form an R-C network used to dampen any transient instability while the AGC is turning on. 2.6.4 Frequency Generation Circuit The frequency generation circuit, shown in Figure2-6, is composed of Fractional-N synthesizer U201 and VCO/Buffer IC U241.
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2-10 Voltage Controlled Oscillator (VCO) To achieve fast locking for the synthesizer, an internal adapt charge pump provides higher current at pin 45 of U201 to put the synthesizer within the lock range. The required frequency is then locked by normal mode charge pump at U201, pin 43.
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Voltage Controlled Oscillator (VCO) 2-11 The operation logic is shown in Table 2-2. AUX3 (U201 Pin2) Level Shifter AUX4 (U201 Pin3) Network U201 Pin 32 Prescaler Out TRB_IN Pin 20 Pin 19 Pin 12 Pin7 Rx-SW Tx/Rx/BS Pin13 Tx-SW Switching Network LO RF INJECTION Presc Vcc-Superfilter...
2-12 VHF Transmitter U241-10 is injected into the input of the PA module (U101-16). Also in transmit mode, the audio signal to be frequency modulated onto the carrier is received through U201-41. When a high impedance is applied to U241-19, the VCO operates in battery saver mode. In this mode, both the receive and transmit oscillators, as well as the receive transmit and prescaler buffer, are turned off.
VHF Transmitter 2-13 the shunt diode to a high impedance at the input of the harmonic filter. In the receive mode, the diodes are both off, creating a low attenuation path between the antenna and receiver ports. 2.9.3 Harmonic Filter The harmonic filter consists of C3532 to C3536, L3531 and L3532.
2-14 VHF Receiver 2.10 VHF Receiver The VHF receiver consists of front end, back end, and automatic gain control circuits. A block diagram of the VHF receiver is shown in Figure 2-10. Detailed descriptions of these features are contained in the paragraphs that follow.
VHF Receiver 2-15 The output of the post-RF amplifier filter is connected to the passive double balanced mixer which consists of T3301, T3302 and CR3301. Matching of the filter to the mixer is provided by C3317, C3318 and L3308. After mixing with the first LO signal from the voltage controlled oscillator (VCO) using high side injection, the RF signal is down-converted to the 45.1 MHz IF signal.
2-16 Synthesizer current gain NPN transistor, is drawn through the PIN diode to turn it on. Maximum current flowing through the pin is limited by resistors R3316, R3313, R3306 and R3324. Feedback capacitor C3326 is used to provide some stability to this high gain stage. An additional gain control circuit is formed by Q3201 and associated components.
Voltage Control Oscillator (VCO) 2-17 In achieving fast locking for the synthesizer, an internal adapt charge pump provides higher current at pin 45 of U3701 to put the synthesizer within lock range. The required frequency is then locked by normal mode charge pump at pin 43. Both the normal and adapt charge pumps get their supply from the capacitive voltage multiplier made up of C3701 to C3704 and triple diodes D3701and D3702.
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2-18 Voltage Control Oscillator (VCO) at the VCO. This voltage is a DC voltage typically between 3.5V and 9.5V when the PLL is locked on frequency. AUX3 (U3701 Pin2) U3701 Pin 32 Prescaler Out TRB_IN Pin 20 Pin 19 Pin 12 Pin7 Rx-SW TX/RX/BS...
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Voltage Control Oscillator (VCO) 2-19 During the transmit condition, when PTT is depressed, 3.2 volts is applied to U3801, pin 19. This activates the transmit VCO by enabling the transmit oscillator and the transmit buffer of U3801. The RF signal at U3801, pin 10 is injected into the input of the PA module (U3501, pin16). This RF signal is the TX RF INJECTION.
Introduction Chapter 3 Maintenance Introduction This section of the manual describes: • preventive maintenance • safe handling of CMOS devices • repair procedures and techniques Preventive Maintenance The radios do not require a scheduled preventive maintenance program; however, periodic visual inspection and cleaning is recommended.
When damaged parts are replaced, identical parts should be used. If the identical replacement component is not locally available, check the parts list for the proper Motorola part number and order the component from the nearest Motorola Communications parts center listed in the “Piece Parts”...
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General Repair Procedures and Techniques To remove a chip component: • Use a hot-air hand piece and position the nozzle of the hand piece approximately 1/8" (0.3 cm) above the component to be removed. • Begin applying the hot air. Once the solder reflows, remove the component using a pair of tweezers.
Recommended Test Tools Recommended Test Tools Table 3-1 lists the tools recommended for working on this family of radios. These tools are also available from Motorola Table 3-1 Recommended Test Tools Motorola Part Description Application Number RSX4043 Torx Driver Tighten and remove chassis screws...
Replacing the Circuit Board Fuse Table 3-1 Recommended Test Tools Motorola Part Description Application Number 6680334B49 0.410” x 0.410” Heat-focus heads for R-1319A work station 6680334B50 0.430” x 0.430” 6680334B51 0.492” x 0.492” 6680334B52 0.572” x 0.572” 6680334B53 0.670” x 0.790”...
2. Lift the circuit board out of the radio chassis, then remove and discard the thermal pad located between the circuit board and chassis. 3. After repairs, replace the thermal pad (Motorola P/N 7580556Z01) then reinstall the circuit board into the radio chassis.
“EPM ERR” Codeplug structure Reprogram codeplug with correct version and retest mismatch, non radio. If message reoccurs, replace main board or existence of code- send radio to nearest Motorola Depot. plug. “EPM CS” Codeplug check- Reprogram codeplug. sum is wrong.
UHF Troubleshooting Charts UHF Troubleshooting Charts Troubleshooting Flow Chart for Controller MCU Check Press PTT. Red LED does not Before replacing light up Power Up Not able to pro- MCU, check SPI Alert Tone gram RF Board AUDIO Audio at clock, SPI data, J402 Audio AudioPA...
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UHF Troubleshooting Charts Troubleshooting Flow Chart for Receiver (Sheet 1 of 2) START Bad SINAD Bad 20dB Quieting No Recovered Audio Audio at pin Check Controller 27 of U301? Spray of inject 1st IF into XTAL Filter IF Freq: 45.1MHz Check Q320 bias circuitry for faults.
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3-10 UHF Troubleshooting Charts Troubleshooting Flow Chart for Receiver (Sheet 2 of 2) Inject RF into J101 Trace IF signal Q302 collec- from L311 to IF Signal at tor OK? Q302. Check for L311? IF signal bad XTAL filter. present? Before replacing U301, check U301 voltages;...
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UHF Troubleshooting Charts 3-11 Troubleshooting Flow Chart for Transmitter START No Power Is There B+ Bias for Check Q111 Ant switch CR101 Is Control Voltage Check PCIC Is Current High or Low at C119 High Check Drive to Module 1. Check Pin Diodes 2.
3-14 VHF Troubleshooting Charts 3.10 VHF Troubleshooting Charts Troubleshooting Flow Chart for Controller MCU Check Press PTT. Red LED does not Before replacing light up Power Up Not able to pro- MCU, check SPI Alert Tone gram RF Board AUDIO Audio at clock, SPI data, J402 Audio...
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VHF Troubleshooting Charts 3-15 Troubleshooting Flow Chart for Receiver (Sheet 1 of 2) START Bad SINAD Bad 20dB Quieting No Recovered Audio Audio at pin Check Controller 27 of U3220? Spray of inject 1st IF into XTAL Filter IF Freq: 45.1MHz Check Q3270 bias circuitry for faults.
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3-16 VHF Troubleshooting Charts Troubleshooting Flow Chart for Receiver (Sheet 2 of 2) Inject RF into J3501 Trace IF signal Q3200 collec- from C3200 to IF Signal at tor OK? Q3200. Check for C3200? IF signal bad XTAL filter. present? Before replacing U3220, check U3220 volt-...
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VHF Troubleshooting Charts 3-17 START No Power Is There B+ Bias for Check Ant switch Q3561 D3521 Control Voltage High or Is Current Check PCIC Low at TP3502 High Check Drive to Module 1. Check Pin Diodes 2. Check Harmonic Filter Is Drive Troubleshoot Inspect/Repair Tx.
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3-18 VHF Troubleshooting Charts Troubleshooting Flow Chart for Synthesizer Check U3201, 3.3V at U3701 Start L3731 pins 5, 20, 34 & Visual Check D3701, Correct check of the D3702, U3701, C3701 Problem Board OK? - C3707 Is 16.8MHz 16.8MHz Replace at pin 6 of Is U3701 Pin 47 Signal at...
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VHF Troubleshooting Charts 3-19 Troubleshooting Flow Chart for VCO START Change U3801 L3831, Change L3832, No LO? L3831, L3832 L3833 O/C? U3801 TRB = 3.2V? Tx Carrier? Pin 10 >1V? VCO OK Check R3811, L3811 for dry joint AUX 3 at or faulty Check U3701...
1. Unless otherwise stated, resistances are in Ohms (k = 1000), and capacitances are in picofarads (pF) or microfarads (µF). 2. DC voltages are measured from point indicated to chassis ground using a Motorola DC multime- ter or equivalent. Transmitter measurements should be made with a 1.2 µH choke in series with the voltage probe to prevent circuit loading.
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