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Motorola XTS-5000 User Manual

Motorola XTS-5000
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ALASKA LAND MOBILE RADIO
(ALMR)
MOTOROLA
XTS-5000
Portable Radio Operation
11
Portable
Radio
Operation
February 10, 2009
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Motorola XTS-5000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
DisplayAlphanumeric LCD
ModesAnalog, Digital (P25)
Battery TypeNiMH, Li-Ion
GPSOptional
Frequency Range136-174 MHz, 380-470 MHz, 700/800 MHz
ChannelsUp to 1, 000 channels
EncryptionDES, AES
Operating Temperature-22°F to +140°F (-30°C to +60°C)
Battery Life8-12 hours (depending on battery type and usage)

Summary

Fleet-mapping, Codeplugs, and Templates

Fleet-map

Method to organize channels and talkgroups specific to an agency's radio. Custom for every agency.

Codeplug

Contains radio frequencies, talkgroups, and configuration for a radio, including controls like knobs and menus.

Template

Standardized Codeplug Policy that allows for cloning and minimizes radio programming time.

Radio Operation Modes

Conventional Operation

Users can only talk when their channel is clear of traffic.

Trunked Operation

Trunking allows many talkgroups to utilize a limited number of repeaters.

Site Affiliation and Scanning

Site Affiliation

Radio affiliates one talkgroup with one site; the site authorizes radio use on the system.

Scanning Procedures

Details on scanning conventional systems by changing frequencies and trunked systems by monitoring control channels.

Radio Components and Controls

Radio Control Top

Identifies the concentric switch, select knob, power/volume control, toggle switch, and top button.

Radio Side Buttons

Describes the Push-to-Talk (PTT) button and other side buttons.

Radio Display Navigation

Explains menu items, zone number, radio ID, home key, and navigation keys.

Radio Status Indicators

Status Symbols

Explains symbols for call reception, signal strength, battery, talkaround, monitor, and secure/clear operation.

LED Indicators

Details the meaning of Red and Green LED lights indicating transmitting, busy channels, or incoming calls.

Radio Accessories and Maintenance

Antenna Handling

Instructions for installing and removing the radio's antenna.

Battery Management

Procedures for attaching and detaching the radio battery.

Connector Cover Procedures

Steps for removing and installing the universal connector cover.

Speaker/Microphone Operations

Instructions for connecting and disconnecting the speaker/microphone accessory.

Belt Clip Installation

Steps for attaching and detaching the belt clip to the battery.

Basic Radio Operations

Powering the Radio On and Off

Guide on using the On/Off/Volume Control to power the radio up and down.

Zone and Channel Selection

Procedures for navigating menus to select zones and using the knob for channel/mode selection.

Transmitting and Receiving

Steps for initiating a transmission, listening, and receiving calls.

Advanced Features and Controls

3-Position Toggle Switch

How to override coded squelch (PL/DPL) for conventional and trunking operations.

Secure/Clear Transmit Modes

Instructions for selecting secure or clear transmission modes using the concentric switch.

OTAR AES Key Request

Procedure for requesting AES encryption keys manually over the air.

Emergency Send Procedure

Steps for initiating an emergency call and exiting the emergency state.

Site View/Search Operation

How to view the current site or force the radio to search for a new site in trunking mode.

Clock and Date Setting

Guide to editing, changing, and saving the time and date settings on the radio.

Safety and Security

Stolen or Missing Radios

Protocol for reporting missing radios containing sensitive information and remote disabling.

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