Motorola Astro Radio Software 68 81098e85 O Manual
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269
MDC Configuration
MenuFrom the MAIN MENU, press F4, F6, and then F4 to access this screen.
This screen allows you to edit the MDC options for the radio.
Function Key Descriptions
F3 - SYSTEM DATABrings up a screen where you can configure the radio to work with
various MDC systems.
F4 - CALL LISTBrings up a screen where you can edit Conventional MDC Call IDs.
F5 - REPEATER ID LISTThis screen can be accessed only if the radio is RAC capable. It Brings up
the MDC Repeater ID LIST screen.
DFD
MOTOROLA Radio Service Software Select Function F1 - F10.
ASTRO Model:
MAIN:CHANGE/VIEW:CONV:MDC
MDC CONFIGURATION MENU
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F1 - HELP
F2 -
F3 - MDC Systems
F4 - MDC Call List Data
F5 - MDC Repeater ID List
F6 -
F7 -
F8 -
F9 -
F10 - EXIT
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10
HELP SYSTEM CALL REPEATER EXIT
DATA LIST ID LIST
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MDC SystemsFrom the MAIN MENU, press F4, F6, F4 and then F3 to access this
screen.
This screen allows you to change or view parameters that pertain to an
MDC system. The settings shown on the screen are only for the system
shown. Press Ta b to select the desired field, or press the desired
function key (F1 - F10). If a field is highlighted, use the UP/DOWN
arrow keys to select the desired choice or value.
Function Key Descriptions
F2 - ADD SYSAdds a system.
F3 - PREV SYSAccesses the previous system.
F4 - NEXT SYSAccesses the next system.
F5 - DELETE SYSDeletes the selected MDC system. You will be prompted for
confirmation before the system is actually deleted.
F9 - MORE OPTIONSAllows you to change or view additional MDC system field parameters.
DFDC
MOTOROLA Radio Service Software Use UP/DOWN Arrows to Select Choice.
ASTRO Model:
MAIN:CHANGE/VIEW:CONV:MDC:SYSTEMS
MDC System.........1
MDC SYSTEMS
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Primary ID...................0001 Emergency.................Enabled
Secondary ID.............00000000 Emergency Type.....Alarm and Call
Variable ID...................000 Emer PTT ID Sidetone....Disabled
Leading PTT-ID............Enabled Acknowledge Alert Tone...Enabled
PTT-ID Sidetone.........Disabled
Trailing PTT-ID..........Disabled Revert Table
Radio Check..............Disabled ------------
Radio Inhibit............Disabled Num Zone Channel
Status....................Enabled --- ---- -------
Status Request...........Disabled 1 1 1
Message..................Disabled 2 1 1
3 1 1
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10
HELP ADD PREV NEXT DELETE MORE EXIT
SYS SYS SYS SYS OPTIONS
271 Field Definitions MDC SystemUse the UP/DOWN arrow keys to change the MDC system or directly enter the system number. Primary IDEnter the four-digit hexadecimal for primary unit ID or use the UP/ DOWN arrow keys to select a primary identification code from 1 to DEEE. The digit F is not allowed in the ID. The primary identification code (PID) is in Binary Coded Decimal (BCD) format and indicates which unit on the network sent the message. All out-bound messages will be sent with this identification code. Secondary IDEnter a hexadecimal value or use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to select a secondary identification code from 0 (zero) to 0EEE EEEE for the terminal. The digit F is not allowed in the ID. This is the secondary ID assigned to the radio unit by the host. The secondary ID is related to the position of the unit. Variable IDEnter the ID directly. The Variable Unit ID is a three-digit hexadecimal number ranging from 0 (zero) to EEE. The digit F is not allowed in the ID. The Variable Unit ID is used to group radios so that several radios will decode the same Selective Call or Call Alert. Leading PTT-IDUse the UP/DOWN arrow keys to enable/disable the unit identification data packet transmission at the beginning of each transmission (BOT). If this feature is enabled, the radio will automatically send the radio’s unit identification code to the dispatcher each time the microphone PTT is pressed. If PTT-ID Sidetone is enabled, the user must wait until the tone stops before he or she begins talking. PTT-ID SidetoneThis field will be visible only if the Leading PTT-ID field on this screen is set to Enabled. Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to enable/disable PTT-ID Sidetones. During transmission of data packets, the microphone and all voice transmission is automatically disabled. PTT-ID Sidetones are used to indicate the end of transmission so that the user may begin to talk. If PTT-ID Sidetones are enabled, a continuous alert tone will sound as soon as the PTT is pressed and will continue until the data packet(s) has been sent. The user must wait until the tone stops before he or she begins talking. Trailing PTT-IDUse the UP/DOWN arrow keys to enable/disable the MDC unit identification data packet transmission at the end of each transmission (EOT). If the trailing PTT-ID feature is enabled and the microphone PTT is released, the radio will automatically send the radio’s unit identification code to the dispatcher.The PTT-ID Sidetone will NOT sound for trailing PTT-IDs. Radio CheckUse the UP/DOWN arrow keys to enable/disable this feature. Enabling this option allows the dispatcher to check the state of the radio (that is, turned on or off), as long as the radio is within range of the system (Clear mode).
272 Radio InhibitUse the UP/DOWN arrow keys to enable/disable this feature. The Radio Inhibit feature allows the radio to respond to a remote Inhibit signal which is essentially a shut-down command from the dispatcher. Upon receipt of this command, the radio transmits a quick acknowledgment to the dispatch equipment. It then goes into a dormant state during which the receiver audio is muted and the transmit audio path is blocked. In addition, all operator controls are rendered inoperative, channel scan is stopped on the operating Mode which received the command, and all LEDs are turned off. The radio will remain in this Inhibited state until it receives an Enable command. Alternatively, the radio may be uninhibited by reading and re-writing its codeplug with the RSS. StatusUse the UP/DOWN arrows to enable/disable this feature. The Status feature, when enabled, allows the user to select and transmit a specific status from a list pre-programmed into the radio. A complete activation of the Status feature therefore includes first enabling the feature and then programming the desired status list to be made available to the user. Status list programming is performed from the STATUS ALIAS screen (F4/F6/F9). Enabling this field also allows for the setting of the Status Request RSS option If this field is set to Disabled, the user will not be able to select and transmit a status from the radios list to set the Status Request RSS option. Status RequestThis field will be visible only if the Status field on this screen is set to Enabled. Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to enable/disable this feature. If Status Request is enabled, the radio responds to a remote status interrogation with the last attempted status. Disabling the feature prohibits the radio from responding to a remote status interrogation. MessageUse the UP/DOWN arrow keys to enable/disable this feature. If this feature is enabled, the user can select and transmit a specific message from a list pre-programmed into the radio. To activate the message feature, you must first set this field to Enabled and then program the message list from the MESSAGE ALIAS screen (F4/F6/F8). If this field is set to Disabled, the radio user will not be able to select and transmit a message from the radios list. EmergencyUse the UP/DOWN arrow keys to enable/disable Emergency for the current system. The type of Emergency can then be specified in the Emergency Type field on this screen.
273 Emergency TypeThis field will be visible only if the Emergency field on this screen is set to Enabled. The following choices are available: Both types of emergency support reverting (that is, transmitting emergency on a predetermined channel). Emer PTT ID SidetoneThis field will be visible only if the Emergency Type field on this screen is set to Alarm and Call. Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to choose whether or not the radio should emit a sidetone when the emergency ID is being sent. Acknowledge Alert ToneThis field will be visible only if the Emergency field on this screen is set to Enabled. Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to enable/disable the emergency acknowledge beep which will sound when the radio receives acknowledgment of its emergency call. Revert TableThis table will be visible only if the Emergency field on this screen is set to Enabled. This field is part of the Emergency Channel Revert table. The table contains the channels pointed to in the Conventional personalities to which the radio reverts when it enters Emergency call mode. Enter the zone numbers and the channel numbers in the table. Each MDC personality will select one of these channels or itself First create the Conventional personalities. Then go to the ZONE/ CHANNEL ASSIGNMENT screen and enter channel information.You will then be able to set the MDC emergency channels. Note: Emergency revert channels cannot be receive-only channels. Alarm Only An emergency message is repeatedly sent to the base station until it is cancelled in one of the following ways: rAll the allowed retries (both polite and impolite) have been sent; rAn acknowledgment is received from the base station; rA first PTT press is executed; or rA long press of the emergency button occurs. Alarm & Call An emergency message is repeatedly sent to the base station until: rAll the allowed retries (both polite and impolite) have been sent; or rThe radio receives an acknowledgment from the base station. Once an acknowledgment is received, the user can talk to the base station. An emergency PTT ID will be sent with the voice on each PTT press. The emergency call can be cancelled by a long press of the Emergency button.
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MDC System
OptionsFrom the MAIN MENU, press F4, F6, F4, F3 and then F9 to access this
screen.
This screen contains more options for MDC system configuration.
Press Ta b to select the desired field, or press the desired function key
(F1 - F10). If a field is highlighted, use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to
select the desired choice or value.
Function Key Descriptions
F3 - PREV SYSAccesses the previous system.
F4 - NEXT SYSAccesses the next system.
F9 - MDC SYS REMOTEBrings up a screen where you can change and view parameters
associated with MDC System Remote Monitor/Radio Trace features.
Field Definitions
MDC SystemUse the UP/DOWN arrow keys to change the MDC system or directly
enter the system number.
System Pretime (ms)Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to choose a value or enter the desired
value directly. This is the amount of pretime allowed before the first
MDC packet is transmitted. If an RAC packet is transmitted, the system
pretime is used between the RAC packet and the first MDC packet.
Valid entries range from 0 (zero) to 6350 ms in 50-ms increments.
Ack Pretime (ms)This is the amount of time that has elapsed between the time that a
subscriber unit first receives an MDC packet and the instant it
transmits a receipt acknowledgment of the packet data back to the
system. Valid entries range from 0 to 6350 ms in 50-ms increments.
Preamble During PretimeUse the UP/DOWN arrow keys to enable/disable transmission of the
preamble sequence which will precede voice transmission.
DFDCIMOTOROLA Radio Service Software Use UP/DOWN Arrows to Select Choice.
ASTRO Model:
...CONV:MDC:SYSTEMS:OPTIONS
MDC System.........1
MDC SYSTEM OPTIONS
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System Pretime (ms)...........500 Emergency
Ack Pretime (ms)..............900 Polite Retries..................5
Preamble During Pretime..Disabled Impolite Retries...............15
Inter-Packet Time (ms)........100 Emer Prio Tx Inhibit......Enabled
Limited Patience (sec).........60 Emer Limited Patience (sec)....0
Global Tx Multiplier..... Enabled
DOS (Data Squelch)........Enabled Tx Multiplier...................1
Operation...........1200/1800 Hz RAC (Repeater Access Code)
Coast Time (ms)...........267.00 Pretime (ms)..................200
Sel Call Reset.......Auto w/ Carr Ack Alert Tine...........Disabled
Auto Reset Time (sec)..........5 Preambles.......................1
Sidetone..................Enabled
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10
HELP PREV NEXT MDC SYS EXIT
SYS SYS REMOTE
275 Inter-Packet Time (ms)Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to choose a value or enter the desired value directly. The inter-sequence pretime is the period of time between consecutive MDC messages. Valid entries are in the range 0 (zero) to 6350 ms in 50-ms increments. Note: Due to the rounding that occurs when Preamble During Pretime is enabled, the value shown may change by 50 ms when a codeplug is read from a radio or file. However, this adjustment occurs only in the Radio Service Software and not in the radio. Limited Patience Time (sec)Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to choose a value or enter the desired value directly. This is the amount of time that a polite MDC signal will be transmitted before an impolite signal is sent. The valid range of values is 1 to 255 seconds. A value of Infinite is also permitted. DOS (Data Squelch)Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to enable/disable this feature. If this feature is enabled, the radio will not unmute while data is being received. OperationThis field will be visible only if the DOS (Data Squelch) field is set to Enabled. Use the UP/DOWN arrows to make your selection. If this field is set to Enabled, Data Operated Squelch (DOS) operating criteria will be adjusted to both 1800 Hz and 1200 Hz signals. If this feature is disabled, this adjustment applies only to 1800 Hz signals. Coast Time (ms)This field will be visible only if the DOS (Data Squelch) field is set to Enabled. Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to choose a value or enter the desired value directly. This is the time delay during which the audio will remain muted after an MDC message has been received in its entirety. Valid entries range from 0 (zero) to 1134.75 in 4.45-ms increments. Sel Call ResetUse the UP/DOWN arrows to make your selection. This field’s setting determines how the Select Call mode is reset after receiving a Select Call and the radio has unmuted. The radio will return from Carrier Squelch mode to Select Call packet required mode. Valid selections are: Auto Reset Time (sec)Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to choose a value or enter the desired value directly. This is the time duration for which the radio will remain in Carrier Squelch mode after it has received a Select Call. Once the Auto Reset Time has expired, the radio will reset to the Select Call squelch mode. The valid range of values is 0 (zero) to 255 seconds. Polite RetriesUse the UP/DOWN arrow keys to choose a value or enter the desired value directly. This is the number of times the radio will attempt to transmit an MDC emergency message while no one else is transmitting. A polite attempt is one that is transmitted only when no Auto Resets the radio after the Sel Call Auto Reset timer expires. Auto w/ Car(rier) OverrideResets the radio and waits until the voice stops and the reset timer expires. However, the timer will resume any/ each time a carrier (or voice) is detected. Manual Radio must be reset manually by pressing the Monitor button.
276one else is transmitting. The valid range of values is 0 (zero) to 14 seconds. A value of Infinite is also available. Impolite RetriesUse the UP/DOWN arrow keys to choose a value or enter the desired value directly. This is the number of times that the radio will attempt to transmit an emergency message even if someone else is transmitting. An impolite attempt is one that is transmitted regardless of whether or not someone else is transmitting. The valid range of values is 1 to 15 seconds. Emer Prio(rity) Tx InhibitUse the UP/DOWN arrow keys to enable/disable this feature. If this feature is enabled, all other radios on the system will decode the Emergency Acknowledgment or the Emergency PTT code word. The radios will also inhibit their transmitters for the time required for the acknowledgment or until the receive carrier goes away. The users call request has priority over all other types of call traffic. The radio will transmit voice and an Emergency Code Word if: rthe user presses the PTT button; or rthe dispatcher’s alarm acknowledge has a command to remotely key up. Emergency Limited Patience Time (sec)This field will be visible only if the Emer Prio(rity) Tx Inhibit field is set to Enabled. Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to choose a value or enter the desired value directly. When the radio is in Emergency Call Mode, the radio will wait for the time period specified here before impolitely transmitting voice (if voice transmission is inhibited by the Emergency Priority Inhibit feature). The valid range of values is 0 (zero) to 255 seconds. Global Tx MultiplierUse the UP/DOWN arrow keys to enable/disable this feature. Enabling this feature will cause the default Tx Multiplier field value to double. This doubles the time that the transmitter will key (without receiving an Ack during Emergency Call) after the radio exhausts all retries. If this feature is disabled, no doubling of the Tx Multiplier field value will occur. Tx MultiplierUse the UP/DOWN arrow keys to choose a value or enter the desired value directly. This value indicates the time that the transmitter will key (without receiving an Acknowledgment during Emergency Call) after the radio exhausts all retries. This value is multiplied by the radios base time. The valid range of values is 0 (zero) to 3. RAC Pretime (ms)Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to choose a value or enter the desired value directly. This is the amount of time the radio waits before it transmits the first MDC RAC packet. Valid entries are 0 (zero) to 6350 ms, in 50-ms increments. RAC Ack Alert ToneUse the UP/DOWN arrow keys to enable/disable this feature. If this feature is enabled, the Repeater will indicate acceptance of the RAC packet by sounding four beeps. RAC PreamblesThis field is not accessible.
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MDC System
Remote OptionsFrom the MAIN MENU, press F4, F6, F4, F3 and then F9 twice to access
this screen.
This screen is available only if the radio is Remote Monitor capable. This
screen contains more options for MDC remote systems. Press Ta b to
select the desired field, or press the desired function key (F1 - F10). If
a field is highlighted, use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to select the
desired choice or value.
Function Key Descriptions
F3 - PREV SYSAccesses the previous system.
F4 - NEXT SYSAccesses the next system.
Field Definitions
MDC SystemUse the UP/DOWN arrow keys to access a different MDC system, or
directly enter the number of the system. The F3/F4 function keys can
also be used to move between systems.
Remote Mon/Radio TraceUse the UP/DOWN arrow keys to enable/disable the MDC Remote
Monitor/Radio Trace feature. If the MDC Remote Monitor/Radio Trace
feature is enabled, the radio will be able to decode an MDC Remote
Monitor or Radio Trace command sent from the dispatch console.
After decoding this command, the radio will key up its transmitter for
a time period calculated using the Tx Base Time and another value
embedded within the Remote Monitor/Radio Trace command.
DFDC
IIMOTOROLA Radio Service Software Enter or Scroll to Select Value.
ASTRO Model:
...MDC:SYSTEMS:OPTIONS:REM OPTIONS
MDC System.........1
MDC SYSTEM REMOTE OPTIONS
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Remote Mon/Radio Trace.....Enabled
Remote Radio Mode.....Radio Trace
Tx Base Time (sec)............ 10
Rx Base Time (sec).............10
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10
HELP PREV NEXT EXIT
SYS SYS
278Remote Radio ModeUse the UP/DOWN arrow keys to make your selection. This feature allows the radio to operate in one of two possible states when it decodes an MDC Remote Monitor/Radio Trace command: For each MDC Remote Monitor/Radio Trace command decoded by the radio, the radio will key up and stay keyed for the time indicated by the Tx Base Time and the dispatch console value. The dispatch console value CANNOT be controlled by the subscriber unit. Tx Base Time (sec)Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to select the desired MDC Tx Base Time or enter a value directly. The MDC Tx Base Time is a value used to calculate the period that a radio will key up after receiving an MDC Remote Monitor/Radio Trace command. This Tx Base Time is multiplied by a second value that will be sent from the dispatch console and transmitted to the radio via an MDC Remote Monitor/ Radio Trace command. The valid range is 10 to 120 seconds in 10-second increments. The multiplier (second value) can range from 0 to 6. If effect, the radio can have a key up time period ranging from 0 (zero) to 720 seconds. Radio Trace The radio will automatically key up, sending unmodulated carrier. Remote MonitorThe radio will automatically key up and unmute the microphone thus sending voice on the channel.