Motorola ASTRO SPECTRA Service Manual

6881076C20-E February 3, 2003
Test Equipment, Service Aids, and Tools: Field Programming Equipment 4-7
In mid-power radios, when this cable is used, programming must be done through the rear
accessory connector.
4.3.2 ASTRO Digital Spectra Plus
The ASTRO Digital Spectra Plus radios use a flash memory device to store information on
frequencies, squelch codes, signaling codes, time-out timer durations, and other parameters.
The ASTRO Digital Spectra Plus radios can be programmed in the field any number of times without
removing the flash memory from the radio. To program, an IBM or IBM PC-compatible computer is
connected to the radio through the front connector using the programming cable. Once the computer
is connected to the radio, the prompts provided by the user-friendly software can be followed.
The following items, available through the Customer Care and Services Division (except the
computer), are required when programming ASTRO Digital Spectra Plus radios.
4.3.2.1 ASTRO Digital Spectra Plus Model W3
For the ASTRO Digital Spectra Plus radio with a W3 control head, it is possible for the message
FL01/90 to display while using the HKN6155 programming cable for tuner, CPS, or flash
programming. Upon completion of the operation, a reset will clear the message. Powering on the
radio before attaching the programming cable will decrease the occurrence of the
FL01/90
message.
Table 4-9. ASTRO Digital Spectra Plus Field Programming Items
Type or Part Number Description
30-85001D01 Programming
Cable
Used to connect radio directly to the computer.
Computer, IBM or IBM PC-
compatible
RVN-4185 Customer Pro-
gramming Software and
Tuner Software
This software enables you to program the radio’s
features and align its parameters.

Motorola ASTRO SPECTRA Specifications

General

Frequency Range	136-174 MHz, 403-470 MHz
Number of Channels	Up to 255
Channel Spacing	12.5 kHz, 20 kHz, 25 kHz
Modulation	FM
Operating Temperature	-22°F to +140°F (-30°C to +60°C)