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Motorola ASTRO XTL 2500 User Manual

Motorola ASTRO XTL 2500
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M5 Control Head
User's Guide
ASTRO
®
XTL
2500
Digital Mobile Radio

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Motorola ASTRO XTL 2500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMotorola
ModelASTRO XTL 2500
CategoryRadio
LanguageEnglish

Summary

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Product Safety and RF Exposure Compliance

Computer Software Copyrights

Details Motorola's copyright protection for computer programs within their products.

Documentation Copyrights

Outlines restrictions on duplicating or distributing the manual without permission.

Disclaimer

States Motorola's limitations of liability and right to change products.

Notations Used in This Manual

Introduction

Getting Started

Provides an overview of the ASTRO XTL 2500 Digital Mobile Radio and its frequency ranges.

Radio Identification

Explains the main components of the radio system: the radio unit and control head.

Control Head Operation

Covers basic operations like turning the radio on, setting volume, and using controls.

Control Head Features

Details features like keypad microphone option, modes, programming, and display status.

Alert Tones

Describes the various audible alert tones and their meanings.

Multiple Control Head Features

Overview

Explains support for up to two M5 control heads and configuration options.

All Active Mode

Enables all connected control heads to operate concurrently.

One Active Mode

Allows only one control head to be visibly active at a time.

Intercom Feature

Enables communication between users at different control heads.

Basic Operating Procedures

Basic Functions

Covers accessing fundamental radio functions like selecting modes and transmitting.

Selecting Zone or Mode

Instructions for changing the active zone or mode on the radio.

Mode Select Button

Explains how to program and use the Mode Select button.

Selecting Home Mode

Details on how to select the home mode within the radio's configuration.

Transmitting

Procedures for transmitting in conventional and trunked modes.

Monitoring Conventional Mode Activity

How to monitor channel traffic by defeating coded squelch.

Adjusting Squelch Level

Guidance on adjusting the radio's squelch level for better reception.

General Radio Features

Often-Used Features

Overview of frequently accessed radio features.

Emergency Call and Alarm

Covers initiating emergency calls, alarms, and related procedures.

Scan Operation

Details on how to use the scan feature, including list programming.

Telephone Interconnect

Instructions for initiating and receiving telephone calls via the radio.

Call Alert Page

Procedures for sending and receiving call alert pages.

Conventional Radio Features

Features Used in Conventional Operation

Describes features available for conventional radio operations.

Status Calls

How to send status calls to inform the dispatcher of unit status.

Smart PTT

Explains the Smart PTT feature for better radio operation control.

Conventional Talkgroup Calls

Defines talkgroups for conventional systems and their management.

Conventional Talkaround

Instructions for direct mobile-to-mobile communication.

Selective Calls

Details on making and receiving selective calls with other units.

Trunking Operation

Features Used on Trunking Systems

Overview of features applicable to trunking radio systems.

Enhanced Private Conversation

Enables private conversations heard only by involved parties.

Failsoft

Describes the failsoft mode for continued operation during system failure.

Dynamic Regrouping

Allows temporary reassignment of units into groups for communication.

SmartZone

Feature extending communications beyond a single site for wide-area coverage.

ARS User Login and Text Messaging Features

Automatic Registration Service (ARS)

Provides automated data application registration for the radio.

ARS User Login Feature

Allows users to associate with the radio for data applications.

Text Messaging

Details on sending and receiving text messages using the TMS service.

Secure Operation

Features Available on Secure XTL 2500

Overview of features related to secure encryption on the radio.

Private Message Handling

Covers receiving and transmitting private messages securely.

Secure System Considerations

Discusses system constraints and loss indication for secure modes.

Encryption Key and Index Selection

Guides on selecting encryption keys and indices for secure communication.

Troubleshooting

Accessories

Antennas

Lists approved antennas for the XTL 2500 mobile radio.

Audio Accessories

Includes bull horns, microphones, and speakers as optional accessories.

Cables and Kits

Lists various cables and mounting kits for radio installation.

Miscellaneous Accessories

Covers other accessories like emergency footswitches and key lock mounts.

Appendix: Maritime Radio Use in the VHF Frequency Range

Special Channel Assignments

Information on emergency and non-commercial channels in VHF.

Emergency Channel

Procedure for sending distress calls on VHF Channel 16.

Non-Commercial Call Channel

Guidance on using VHF Channel 9 for non-commercial transmissions.

Operating Frequency Requirements

Details FCC requirements for shipboard radio operation.

Glossary

Commercial Warranty and Service

Limited Warranty

Details the terms, duration, and coverage of the product warranty.

Service Options

Information on obtaining warranty service and optional service plans.

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