Motorola Astro Digital Spectra Digital Spectra Plus Basic 6881076c20 E Manual

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Table 4-4.  Common Service Aids for Board-Level Troubleshooting
Motorola
Part NumberDescriptionApplication
30-80370E06 Extender Cable Provides extension cable for VOCON Board 
(connectors P501/J501)
RPX-4725A (includes
   30-80370E05
   Extender Cable)Command and Control Service 
Cable KitProvides extension cables for servicing digital and 
analog circuits
RPX-4724A
   (includes:RF Service Cable...

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Table 4-5 lists additional service aids that can be used in troubleshooting ASTRO Digital Spectra 
radios.
Table 4-6 lists additional service aids that can be used in troubleshooting ASTRO Digital Spectra 
Plus radios.Table 4-5.  Service Aids for ASTRO Digital Spectra Board-Level Troubleshooting
Motorola
Part NumberDescriptionApplication
RLN-4008_ Radio Interface Box (RIB) Enables communications...

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4.3 Field Programming Equipment
The ASTRO family of radios can be aligned and programmed in the field. This requires specific 
equipment and special instructions. For ASTRO Digital Spectra radios, refer to the applicable Radio 
Service Software User’s Guide for complete field programming information. For ASTRO Digital 
Spectra Plus radios, refer to the online help in the Customer Programming Software....

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The following items, available through the Customer Care and Services Division (except the 
computer), are required when programming ASTRO Digital Spectra Model radios.
4.3.1.1  ASTRO Digital Spectra W3 Smart RIB Issue
When flashing a Model W3 mobile radio, the smart RIB box tends to reset if the correct power-up 
sequence is not observed. To avoid this problem, you must power up the radio before you use...

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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...

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Chapter 5 Performance Checks
5.1 Introduction
This section covers performance checks used to verify that the radio meets published specifications. 
The recommended test equipment listed in the previous section approaches the accuracy of the 
manufacturing equipment, with a few exceptions. Accuracy of the equipment must be maintained in 
compliance with the manufacturer’s recommended calibration schedule.
5.2 Test Setup
The equipment required for performance checks is connected as shown in the following...

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5.2.2 ASTRO Digital Spectra Plus
Figure 5-2.  ASTRO Digital Spectra Plus Performance Checks Test Setup
5.3 Test Mode
NOTE:The test mode for the ASTRO Spectra radio is different from the standard Spectra radio, but 
is similar to the ASTRO portable test mode.
Be sure to transmit into a load when keying a radio under test.
5.3.1 Entering Test Mode
1. To enter test mode, turn the radio on.
2. Within 10 seconds after Self Test is complete, press...

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4. Pressing the Mode rocker will cause the displays to stop. The test mode menu, CH TEST, will 
be displayed.
5. Pressing the Home button will cause the displays to stop. The RF test mode will be entered. 
The display will show 
1 CSQ, indicating test frequency 1, Carrier SQuelch mode.
6. Go to the RF Test Mode section.
5.3.2 RF Test Mode
A special routine, called RF TEST MODE or air test, has been incorporated in the radio.
1.Enter the RF...

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2. In RF test mode, press the Vo l u m e rocker to adjust the volume. The volume display for the 
ASTRO Digital Spectra will be in 256 increments, not the usual 16, while in the test mode. 
This allows for precise setting of rated audio, etc.
For the ASTRO Digital Spectra Plus, the volume is still displayed as a value between 0 to 15.
3. Press the Home button to move the cursor back and forth between the frequency and 
signaling type (See...