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Motorola Astro XTL 1500 Installation Manual

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  • Page 2: Foreword

    No duplication or distribution of this document or any portion thereof shall take place without the express written permission of Motorola. No part of this manual may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, for any purpose without the express written permission of Motorola.

  • Page 3: Installation Requirements For Compliance With Radio Frequency (Rf) Energy Exposure Safety Standards

    Product Safety and RF Exposure booklet enclosed with each radio (Motorola Publication part number 68P81095C99) to ensure compliance with Radio Frequency (RF) energy exposure limits. For a list of Motorola-approved antennas and other accessories, visit the following web site which lists approved accessories for your radio model: http://www.motorola.com/cgiss/index.shtml.
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  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Radio Frequency (RF) Energy Exposure Safety Standards ......iii Mobile Radio Model Numbering Scheme.............x Commercial Warranty ...................xi Limited Warranty ............................xi MOTOROLA COMMUNICATION PRODUCTS ................xi I. What This Warranty Covers And For How Long ..............xi II. General Provisions .........................xi III. State Law Rights ........................xii IV.
  • Page 6 Transceiver Rear Accessory Jack Connection ..............3-9 Chapter 4 Finishing the Installation: Cable Connection ....4-1 Appendix A Replacement Parts Ordering..........A-1 Basic Ordering Information ......................A-1 Motorola Online ..........................A-1 Mail Orders ............................ A-1 Fax Orders............................. A-2 Parts Identification ......................... A-2 Product Customer Service......................A-2 Glossary ..................Glossary-1...
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Related Publications ASTRO XTL 1500 User’s Guide ....................6815850H01 ASTRO XTL 1500 CD (User’s Guide & Installation Manual)............6815852H01 ASTRO XTL 1500 Basic Service Manual..................6815853H01 ASTRO XTL 1500 Detailed Service Manual ................6815854H01 6815851H01-O June 3, 2005...
  • Page 8 viii List of Figures List of Figures Figure 1-1. Front View of Dash Mount Brick Trunnion ................1-1 Figure 1-2. Side View of Dash Mount Brick Trunnion ................1-1 Figure 1-3. Dash Mount Configuration ....................1-2 Figure 2-1. Mounting Flexibility in Middle Console.................. 2-2 Figure 2-2.
  • Page 9 List of Tables List of Tables Table 3-1. VIP Output Connections .....................3-1 Table 3-2. Rear Accessory Jack Pin Functions .................3-10 Table 3-3. Rear Connector and Front Connector Naming Schemes ......... 3-11 Table 3-4. How to Connect to a Computer (DTE Device) ............3-11 6815851H01-O June 3, 2005...

  • Page 10: Mobile Radio Model Numbering Scheme

    Mobile Radio Model Numbering Scheme Mobile Radio Model Numbering Scheme Typical Model Number: Position: 12 13 Position 1 - Type of Unit Positions 13 - 16 M = Mobile SP Model Suffix L = Table Top Station Position 12 - Positions 2 &...

  • Page 11: Commercial Warranty

    Product Accessories One (1) Year Motorola, at its option, will at no charge either repair the Product (with new or reconditioned parts), replace it (with a new or reconditioned Product), or refund the purchase price of the Product during the warranty period provided it is returned in accordance with the terms of this warranty. Replaced parts or boards are warranted for the balance of the original applicable warranty period.

  • Page 12: State Law Rights

    Warranty service will be provided by Motorola through one of its authorized warranty service locations. If you first contact the company which sold you the Product, it can facilitate your obtaining warranty service. You can also call Motorola at 1-888-567-7347 US/Canada.

  • Page 13: Patent And Software Provisions

    A. that MOTOROLA will be notified promptly in writing by such purchaser of any notice of such claim; B. that MOTOROLA will have sole control of the defense of such suit and all negotiations for its settlement or compromise; and C.
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  • Page 15: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction This manual covers the installation procedures for ASTRO XTL 1500 mobile and accessories required to complete the radio system. The radio system consists of a control head, radio, antenna, microphone, cabling, and accessories. Mobile Radio Description 1.1.1...

  • Page 16: Dash Mount Configuration

    Introduction: Standard Configurations Standard Configurations 1.2.1 Dash Mount Configuration The control head is mounted on the front of the transceiver housing. Electrical connection between the two takes place within the radio via a flexible circuit board between the connectors on the front of the transceiver and at the back of the control head.

  • Page 17: Tools Required For Xtl 1500 Installations

    Introduction: Tools Required for XTL 1500 Installations Tools Required for XTL 1500 Installations Tool Part Number 11/32 hex driver — RF cable tool HLN6695_ Regular slot screwdriver of — Phillips #2 Pin removal tool 6680163F01 1/4 hex driver — 6815851H01-O June 3, 2005...
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  • Page 19: Chapter 2 Standard Configurations

    Chapter 2 Standard Configurations Planning the Installation The XTL 1500 radio operates only in negative ground electrical systems. Before starting the radio installation, make sure that the ground polarity of the vehicle is correct. Accidentally reversing the polarity will not damage the radio, but will cause the cable fuses to blow. Planning is the key to fast, easy radio installation.

  • Page 20: Figure 2-1. Mounting Flexibility In Middle Console

    Standard Configurations: Planning the Installation 2.1.1 Installation Examples Your mobile two-way radio offers only dash mount installation. (see Figure 2-1 through Figure 2-3). Radio Antenna Antenna Speaker Speaker 1/4-Wavelength 1/4-Wavelength (optional) (optional) Radio Radio Battery Battery Figure 2-1. Mounting Flexibility in Middle Console Figure 2-2.

  • Page 21: Figure 2-4. Radio Installation With Transceiver

    Standard Configurations: Planning the Installation 2.1.2 Wiring Diagrams Figure 2-4 shows the wiring diagram the possible configurations. The title under the figure identifies the control head configurations. Use the diagram when planning the installation. FUSE BATTERY RED LEAD ANTENNA FUSE FIREWALL BLOCK HOLE...

  • Page 22: Radio Mounting

    Standard Configurations: Radio Mounting Radio Mounting CAUTION: DO NOT mount the radio on a plastic dashboard without first reinforcing the dashboard; the weight of the radio may crack or break the dashboard. CAUTION: DO NOT mount the radio on a flat or concave surface C a u t i o n where the radio could be partially submersed in water.

  • Page 23: Figure 2-6. Transmission Hump Trunnion Mounting

    Standard Configurations: Radio Mounting 2.2.1 Dash Mount with Trunnion 1. Select the location to mount your radio on the transmission hump (see Figure 2-6) or under the dash (see Figure 2-7). When mounting the trunnion on the transmission hump take care the transmission housing is not affected.

  • Page 24: Locking Kit (Optional)

    Standard Configurations: Power Cable and Ignition 2.2.2 Locking Kit (Optional) If an optional locking kit is used (shown in Figure 2-8), position the lock bottom housing on the trunnion before installing the radio mounting screws. Then slip the top lock housing on and remove the key.
  • Page 25 Standard Configurations: Power Cable and Ignition 6815851H01-O June 3, 2005...

  • Page 26: Ignition Sense Cable

    Standard Configurations: Ignition Sense Cable Ignition Sense Cable Motorola supplies an ignition sense cable and recommends that it be used with every mobile installation. The ignition sense cable allows the radio to be turned on and off with the vehicle ignition switch, and allows the radio to “remember”...

  • Page 27: Mini-Uhf Connection

    The mini-UHF connector tool (Motorola part number HLN6695_) is designed to securely tighten the antenna plug–radio jack connection without damaging either the plug or the jack.

  • Page 28: Figure 2-11. Mini-Uhf Connector Tool

    2-10 Standard Configurations: Antenna Installation 1. Make sure that there is sufficient slack in the antenna cable. 2. Make sure that the collar of the antenna cable plug is loose and does not bind. 3. Make sure that the mini-UHF jack is tight in the radio housing. 4.

  • Page 29: Microphone Hang-Up Clip

    Standard Configurations: Microphone Hang-Up Clip 2-11 Microphone Hang-Up Clip 2.6.1 Standard Hang-Up Clip The hang-up clip must be within reach of the operator(s). Measure this distance before actually mounting the bracket. Since the bracket has a positive-detent action, the microphone can be mounted in any position.
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  • Page 31: Chapter 3 Options And Accessories Installation

    Chapter 3 Options and Accessories Installation VIP Overview The vehicle interface port (VIP) allows the control head to operate outside circuits and to receive inputs from outside the control head. There are three VIP outputs which are used for relay control. There are also three VIP inputs which accept inputs from switches.

  • Page 32: Emergency Pushbutton, Footswitch, Horn Relay, And Light Relay Installation

    Options and Accessories Installation: VIP Overview 3.1.2 Emergency Pushbutton, Footswitch, Horn Relay, and Light Relay Installation CAUTION: When connecting the various microphones available, make sure to attach the S-hook provided on the microphone cable (see Figure 2-7 in Chapter 2) to the dash or remote mount trunnion to avoid damage to the microphone control head interconnect.

  • Page 33: Dash-Mount Accessory Installation

    For dash-mounted configurations, the accessories must be installed through the accessory connector assembly that is located on the rear of the radio, adjacent to the power connector. Motorola-approved accessories are supplied with male terminals crimped to a 20-gauge wire specifically designed to fit the plug of the accessory connector assembly.

  • Page 34: External Speaker (Hsn4031_)

    Options and Accessories Installation: Dash-Mount Accessory Installation SPST CONNECT N.O. ACROSS HORN RELAY RING SWITCH VIP OUT 1 PIN 18 12V COIL SWB+ PIN 24 SPST CONNECT VIP OUT 2 N.O. PIN 19 ACROSS HEAD RELAY LAMP SWITCH ACCESSORIES CONNECTOR 12V COIL VIP OUT 2 (LIGHTS)

  • Page 35: Accessory Connector Assembly Details (P2)

    Options and Accessories Installation: Accessory Connector Assembly Details (P2) Trunnion Bracket Dashboard Firewall MAEPF-25764-O Figure 3-4. Speaker Mounting Accessory Connector Assembly Details (P2) The XTL 1500 accessory connector assembly is mounted on the right rear of the radio, opposite the antenna and adjacent to the power connector.

  • Page 36: Installation Into The Vehicle

    Options and Accessories Installation: Accessory Connector Assembly Details (P2) 3.3.1 Installation into the Vehicle CAUTION Before installing any electrical equipment, check the vehicle manufacturer’s user manual. The installation of this device should be completed by an authorized servicer or installer. 1.

  • Page 37: Disassembly And Assembly

    Options and Accessories Installation: Accessory Connector Assembly Details (P2) 3.3.3 Disassembly and Assembly 3.3.3.1 Disassembly 1. Disconnect the negative terminal from the vehicle’s battery. Make sure that the battery cable is secured such that it will not power the vehicle’s electrical system. See Figure 3-5.
  • Page 38 Options and Accessories Installation: Accessory Connector Assembly Details (P2) 5. Squeeze the covers together bending the wires in the strain-relief features. You may need a pair of pliers to seat the assembly covers. 6. Once the covers are fully seated, fasten them with the cover screws. Tighten the screws firmly but do not over-tighten them.

  • Page 39: Transceiver Rear Accessory Jack Connection

    Options and Accessories Installation: Accessory Connector Assembly Details (P2) 3.3.4 Transceiver Rear Accessory Jack Connection Figure 3-6 shows the complete pin configuration for the J2 rear accessory jack and Table 3-2 explains the functions of each of the pins. SPKR+ USB+ CHAN SPKR-...

  • Page 40: Table 3-2. Rear Accessory Jack Pin Functions

    80mVrms for 60% deviation but can also support 300 mVrms for future APCO accessories. The DC impedance is 660 ohms and the AC impedance is 560 ohms. Note: Please see the XTL 1500 Basic Service manual (Motorola publication part number 6815853H01) for more detailed descriptions of these pins.
  • Page 41 Options and Accessories Installation: Accessory Connector Assembly Details (P2) 3-11 Table 3-3. Rear Connector and Front Connector Naming Schemes EIA Compatible Name at J2 Pin Number J2 Pin Name Pin Alternate Name Rear Connector J2 J2-4 UARTA_TX No change TX_DCE J2-5 UARTA_RX No change...
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  • Page 43: Chapter 4 Finishing The Installation: Cable Connection

    Chapter 4 Finishing the Installation: Cable Connection Perform the following if it has not been previously done: 1. The microphone can be plugged into the lower left corner of the control head front panel. Connect the microphone cable S-hook (see Figure 2-7 in Chapter 2) into the hole in the cable strain relief bracket on the mounting trunnion.
  • Page 44 Finishing the Installation: Cable Connection Notes June 3, 2005 6815851H01-O...

  • Page 45: Appendix A Replacement Parts Ordering

    Crystal orders should specify the crystal type number, crystal and carrier frequency, and the model number in which the part is used. The ASTRO XTL 1500 Digital Mobile Radio Basic Service Manual (Motorola publication part number 6815853H01) includes complete parts lists and parts numbers.

  • Page 46: Fax Orders

    Replacement Parts Ordering: Telephone Orders Telephone Orders Radio Products and Services Division* (United States and Canada) 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM (Central Standard Time) Monday through Friday (Chicago, U.S.A.) 1-800-422-4210 1-847-538-8023 (International Orders) U.S. Federal Government Markets Division (USFGMD) 1-800-826-1913 Federal Government Parts - Credit Cards Only 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Fax Orders Radio Products and Services Division*...

  • Page 47: Glossary

    Glossary Glossary This glossary contains an alphabetical listing of terms and their definitions that are applicable to ASTRO portable and mobile subscriber radio products. Term Definition See analog-to-digital conversion. Abacus IC A custom integrated circuit providing a digital receiver intermediate frequency (IF) backend.
  • Page 48 Glossary-2 Term Definition See baseband interface port. baseband interface Synchronous serial interface to the transceiver board used to transfer port transmit and receive audio data. See ball grid array. ball grid array A type of IC package characterized by solder balls arranged in a grid that are located on the underside of the package.
  • Page 49 FLASHcodes are only applicable for radios which are upgradeable through the FLASHport process. FLASHport A Motorola term that describes the ability of a radio to change memory. Every FLASHport radio contains a FLASHport EEPROM memory chip that can be software written and rewritten to, again and again.
  • Page 50 Glossary-4 Term Definition frequency Number of times a complete electromagnetic-wave cycle occurs in a fixed unit of time (usually one second). frequency This unit generates ultra-stable, low-phase noise master clock and other generation unit derived synchronization clocks that are distributed throughout the communication network.
  • Page 51 Data transmitted on the control channel from the central controller to the word subscriber unit. over-molded pad- A Motorola custom IC package, distinguished by the presence of solder array carrier balls on the bottom pads. over-the-air rekeying Allows the dispatcher to remotely reprogram the encryption keys in the radio.
  • Page 52 Glossary-6 Term Definition paging One-way communication that alerts the receiver to retrieve a message. Patriot IC A dual-core processor that contains an MCU and a DSP in one IC package. PC Board Printed Circuit Board. Also referred to as a PCB. phase-locked loop A circuit in which an oscillator is kept in phase with a reference, usually after passing through a frequency divider.
  • Page 53 Glossary-7 Term Definition real-time clock A module that keeps track of elapsed time even when a computer is turned off. receiver Electronic device that amplifies RF signals. A receiver separates the audio signal from the RF carrier, amplifies it, and converts it back to the original sound waves.
  • Page 54 Glossary-8 Term Definition Serial Peripheral How the microcontroller communicates to modules and ICs through the Interface CLOCK and DATA lines. signal An electrically transmitted electromagnetic wave. Signal Qualifier An operating mode in which the radio is muted, but still continues to mode analyze receive data to determine RX signal type.
  • Page 55 Glossary-9 Term Definition transmitter Electronic equipment that generates and amplifies an RF carrier signal, modulates the signal, and then radiates it into space. TSOP See thin small-outline package. Transmit. UART See also Universal Asynchronous Receiver Transmitter. Ultra-High Frequency. Universal A microchip with programming that controls a computer's interface to its Asynchronous attached serial devices.
  • Page 56 Glossary-10 Notes June 3, 2005 6815851H01-O...

  • Page 57: Index

    Index Index accessories installations ........3-3 configuration ............1-2 installation .............. 2-3 installation examples ..........2-2 radio dimensions ........... 1-1 trunnion ..............2-5 accessories connector assembly ........3-3, 3-5 assembly ............3-7 disassembly ............3-7 emergency footswitch ........3-2, 3-3 exploded view ............3-7 emergency pushbutton ........3-2, 3-3 installing .............3-6 external alarm connector pins ............3-1...
  • Page 58 Index-2 mounting, antenna installation examples ..........2-2 restrictions ............. 2-9 replacement parts, ordering ........A-1 roof top ..............2-8 trunk lid ..............2-8 speaker mounting ............3-4, 3-5 orange lead ............... 2-8 pigtail ..............3-6 ordering replacement parts ........A-1 tools, required ............1-3 parts, ordering replacement ........A-1 trunnion below dash mounting ..........

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