ASTRO XTL 1500 Digital Mobile Radio with Control Head 31
Common Radio Features
Types of Scan
Your XTL 1500 radio can monitor traffic on many different channels 
by scanning a list containing as many as 15 conventional or trunked 
modes. Up to 2 different scan lists are available per radio. A special 
package configured by your service provider can allow up to a 
maximum of 20 scan lists. Setting the modes to be scanned is 
programmed in advance by a qualified radio technician.
Notes:
• You cannot turn scan off on a mode that has autoscan enabled. 
• Scan lists stay in memory when you turn scan off, turn the radio 
off, or disconnect the radio from the battery.
Types of Scan Lists
List Type Description
Conventional Only conventional modes are in the list.
Talkgroup Scan Conventional and Trunking modes from 
one trunking system are in the list. Priority 
scan operation is not available.
Types of Scanning
Type Description
Automatic (autoscan) When selected, a channel with autoscan 
automatically begins scanning its 
associated scan list. The radio continues 
auto scanning until you select a channel 
without autoscan enabled.
Operator-Selectable Scan can be programmed, by a qualified 
radio technician, to be selected either from 
a menu or by a preprogrammed Scan 
button.