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ASTRO® XTSTM 2500Digital Portable Radio Model IUser Guide

ASTRO® XTS™ 2500Digital Portable Radio, Model IQuick Reference CardProduct Safety and RF Exposure ComplianceATTENTION! This radio is restricted to occupational use only to satisfy FCC RF energy exposure requirements. Before using this product, read the RF energy awareness information and operating instructions in the Product Safety and RF Exposure booklet enclosed with your radio (Motorola Publication part number 6881095C98) to ensure compliance with RF energy exposure limits.Write your radio’s programmed features on the dotted lines.Radio On/OffZones/ChannelsReceive/TransmitSend Emergency AlarmSend Silent Emergency AlarmSend Emergency CallBefore using this product, read the operating instructions for safe usage contained in the Product Safety and RF Exposure booklet enclosed with your radio.!C a u t i o n16-Position Select KnobSpeaker/MicTop Button _ _ _ _ _ _ _3-Position Rotary Switch_ _ _ _ _ _ Top Side Button_ _ _ _ _ _ _On/Off/Volume KnobSide Button 1_ _ _ _ _ _ _Side Button 2_ _ _ _ _ _ _PTT Button1 On - On/Off/Volume knob clockwise.2 Off - On/Off/Volume knob counterclockwise.1 Zone - Move Zone switch to desired zone.2 Channel - Turn Channel Selector switch to desired channel.1 Radio on and select zone/channel.2 Listen for a transmission.ORPress and hold Volume Set button. Release Volume Set button.ORPress Monitor button and listen for activity.3 Adjust volume, if necessary.4 Press and hold PTT to transmit; release to listen.1 Radio on and press Emergency button. You see red LED; you hear short, medium-pitched tone.2 When dispatcher’s acknowledgment is received, you hear four tones; alarm ends; radio exits emergency.1 Radio on and press Emergency button. You see no LED; you hear no tone.2Press PTT.3 Alarm continues until you exit by:• Press and hold Emergency button for one secondOR• Press and release PTT.1 Radio on and press Emergency button. A short, medium-pitched tone sounds.2 Press and hold PTT. Announce your emergency into the microphone.3 Release PTT to end call.4 Press and hold Emergency button for one second to exit.

iiiProduct Safety and RF Exposure ComplianceATTENTION!This radio is restricted to occupational use only to satisfy FCC RF energy exposure requirements. Before using this product, read the RF energy awareness information and operating instructions in the Product Safety and RF Exposure booklet enclosed with your radio (Motorola Publication part number 6881095C98) to ensure compliance with RF energy exposure limits.For a list of Motorola-approved antennas, batteries, and other accessories, visit the following web site which lists approved accessories: http://www.motorola.com/cgiss/index.shtml Computer Software CopyrightsThe Motorola products described in this manual may include copyrighted Motorola computer programs stored in semiconductor memories or other media. Laws in the United States and other countries preserve for Motorola certain exclusive rights for copyrighted computer programs, including, but not limited to, the exclusive right to copy or reproduce in any form the copyrighted computer program. Accordingly, any copyrighted Motorola computer programs contained in the Motorola products described in this manual may not be copied, reproduced, modified, reverse-engineered, or distributed in any manner without the express written permission of Motorola. Furthermore, the purchase of Motorola products shall not be deemed to grant either directly or by implication, estoppel, or otherwise, any license under the copyrights, patents or patent applications of Motorola, except for the normal non-exclusive license to use that arises by operation of law in the sale of a product.Documentation CopyrightsNo duplication or distribution of this document or any portion thereof shall take place without the express written permission of Motorola. Before using this product, read the operating instructions for safe usage contained in the Product Safety and RF Exposure booklet enclosed with your radio.!C a u t i o n

ivNo 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.DisclaimerThe information in this document is carefully examined, and is believed to be entirely reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed for inaccuracies. Furthermore, Motorola reserves the right to make changes to any products herein to improve readability, function, or design. Motorola does not assume any liability arising out of the applications or use of any product or circuit described herein; nor does it cover any license under its patent rights, nor the rights of others.

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I vContentsDeclaration of Conformity .................................................................. iiProduct Safety and RF Exposure Compliance .................................iiiComputer Software Copyrights .........................................................iiiDocumentation Copyrights ................................................................iiiDisclaimer ........................................................................................ ivGeneral Radio Operation .............................................. 1Notations Used in This Manual ......................................................... 1XTS 2500 Model I Radio ................................................................... 2Physical Features of the XTS 2500 Model I Radio ........................... 3Programmable Features ................................................................... 4LED Indicators .................................................................................. 5Alert Tones ........................................................................................ 5Standard Accessories ....................................................................... 8Battery ........................................................................................ 8Antenna .................................................................................... 10Belt Clip .................................................................................... 11Universal Connector Cover ............................................................. 12Remove the Connector Cover .................................................. 12Attach the Connector Cover ..................................................... 12Remote Speaker Microphone Adapter ............................................ 13Remove the Adapter ................................................................. 13Attach the Adapter .................................................................... 13Radio On and Off ............................................................................ 14Turn the Radio On .................................................................... 14Turn the Radio Off .................................................................... 14Zones and Channels ....................................................................... 15Select a Zone ........................................................................... 15Select a Channel ..................................................................... 15Receive / Transmit .......................................................................... 16Without Using the Volume Set and Monitor Buttons ................ 16Use the Preprogrammed Volume Set Button ........................... 17Use the Preprogrammed Monitor Button .................................. 18Conventional Mode Operation ........................................................ 19Common Radio Features............................................ 21Selectable Power Level ................................................................... 21Conventional Squelch Options ........................................................ 21Analog Squelch ........................................................................ 21

viPL Defeat .........................................................................................21Time-out Timer ................................................................................22Emergency ......................................................................................23Send an Emergency Alarm .......................................................24Send a Silent Emergency Alarm ...............................................25Send an Emergency Call ..........................................................25Emergency Keep-Alive .............................................................27Scan ................................................................................................28Turn Scan On and Off ...............................................................28Delete a Nuisance Channel ......................................................28Conventional Scan Only ...........................................................29Telephone Calls (Trunking Only) .....................................................30Answer a Phone Call ................................................................30Private Calls (Trunking Only) ...........................................................31Answer a Private Call ................................................................31Call Alert Paging ..............................................................................32Answer a Call Alert Page ..........................................................32Repeater or Direct Operation ..........................................................33Select Repeater or Direct Operation ........................................33Special Radio Features ............................................... 35Trunking System Controls ...............................................................35Failsoft ......................................................................................35Out-of-Range ............................................................................35Site Lock ...................................................................................36Site Change ..............................................................................36Helpful Tips .................................................................. 37Radio Care ......................................................................................37Cleaning ....................................................................................37Handling ....................................................................................37Service .............................................................................................38Battery .............................................................................................39Battery Life ................................................................................39Charging the Battery .................................................................39Battery Recycling and Disposal .......................................................40Antenna ...........................................................................................41Radio Operating Frequencies ...................................................41

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I viiAccessories ................................................................. 43Antennas ......................................................................................... 43Batteries .......................................................................................... 43Carry Accessories ........................................................................... 44Belt Clips .................................................................................. 44Body-Worn ................................................................................ 44Chargers ......................................................................................... 44Enhanced and Multi-Unit Line Cords ........................................ 45Microphones, Remote Speaker ....................................................... 45Surveillance Accessories ................................................................ 46Earpieces .................................................................................. 46Headsets and Headset Accessories ......................................... 47Radio Interface Modules for Ear Microphones ......................... 48Switches .......................................................................................... 48Appendix: Maritime Radio Use in the VHF Frequency Range ................................................ 49Special Channel Assignments ......................................................... 49Emergency Channel ................................................................. 49Non-Commercial Call Channel ................................................. 50Operating Frequency Requirements ............................................... 50Glossary....................................................................... 53Commercial Warranty ................................................. 57Index............................................................................. 63

viiiTable 1: Channel MapUse the chart below to map the channels (Cx) and zones (Zx) for your radio.Z1 Z2 Z3 Z4 Z5 Z6C1C2C3C4C5C6C7C8C9C10C11C12C13C14C15C16

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 1General Radio OperationNotations Used in This ManualYou will notice the use of WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, and Notes throughout this manual. These notations are used to emphasize that safety hazards exist and that care must be taken or observed.Note: An operational procedure, practice, or condition, etc. which is essential to emphasize.The following special notations identify certain items:An operational procedure, practice, condition, etc. exists which may result in injury or death if not carefully observed.An operational procedure, practice, condition, etc. exists which may result in damage to the equipment if not carefully observed.Example DescriptionTop button Buttons are shown in bold print.!W A R N I N G!!C a u t i o n

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ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 3General Radio OperationPhysical Features of the XTS 2500 Model I RadioItem Page Item Page1Antenna 10 8 On/Off/Volume Control Knob142Top Button (programmable)9Microphone3LED 5 10 Top Side (Select) Button (programmable)4Speaker 11 Push-to-Talk (PTT) Button5Universal Connector 12 12 Side Button 1 (programmable)6 16-Position Knob (programmable)13 Side Button 2 (programmable)7 3-Position Concentric Switch (programmable)14 Battery 8

4General Radio OperationProgrammable FeaturesThe programmable controls on your radio can be programmed by a qualified technician to operate certain software-activated features. The features that can be assigned to these controls, and the page numbers where these features can be found, are listed below.Any references in this manual to controls that are “prepro-grammed” means that a qualified radio technician must use the radio’s programming software to assign a feature to a control.Table 1: Programmable FeaturesFeature Page Feature PageCall Response 30 Repeater/Direct 33Channel Selection 15 Scan On/Off 28Dynamic Priority 29 Site Lock/Unlock 36Emergency 23 Site Search 36Monitor 18 Transmit Power Level 21Nuisance Delete 28 Volume Set 17Phone 30 Zone Selection 15PL Defeat 21

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 5General Radio OperationLED IndicatorsAlert TonesYour radio uses alert tones to inform you of radio conditions.Table 2: LED IndicatorsThis LED Color: indicates:RED (Non-flashing) TransmittingRED (Flashing) • Channel Busy OR• Low Battery (lights while transmitting)GREEN (Flashing) Receiving Individual CallTable 3: Alert TonesYou hear: Tone Name Heard:Short, Low-Pitched ToneInvalid Key-Press when the wrong key is pressed.Radio Self-Test Failedwhen the radio fails the power-up self test.Reject when an unauthorized request is made.Time-Out Timer Warningfour seconds before time out.

6General Radio OperationLong, Low-Pitched ToneNo ACK Received when the radio does not receive an acknowledgment. Time-Out Timer Timed Outafter time out.Talk Prohibit/PTT Inhibitwhen the PTT button is pressed, and transmissions are prevented.Out-of-Range when the PTT button is pressed, but the radio is out of range of the system.Invalid Mode when the radio is set to an unprogrammed channel.Individual Call Warning Tonewhen the radio is in Individual Call without any activity for more than 6 seconds.A Group of Low-Pitched Tones (Busy Tone)Busy when the system is busy.Short, Medium-Pitched ToneValid Key-Press when the correct key is pressed.Radio Self-Test Passwhen the radio passes its power-up self-test.Priority Channel Receivedwhen activity on a priority channel is received.Emergency Alarm Entrywhen entering the emergency state.Central Echo when the central controller has received a request from a radio.Table 3: Alert Tones (Continued)You hear: Tone Name Heard:

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 7General Radio OperationLong, Medium-Pitched ToneVolume Set when volume changed on a quiet channel.Emergency Exit upon exiting the emergency state.A Group of Medium-Pitched TonesFailsoft when the trunking system fails.Automatic Call Back when the voice channel is available from the previous request.Talk Permit (When pressing the PTT button) verifies the system is accepting transmissions.Console Acknowledgewhen a status, emergency alarm, or reprogram request acknowledgment is received.Received Individual Callwhen a Call Alert, or Private Conversation Call is received.Short, High-Pitched Tone (Chirp)Low-Battery Chirp when the battery is below the preset threshold value.Ringing Phone Call Receivedwhen a landline phone call is received.Table 3: Alert Tones (Continued)You hear: Tone Name Heard:

8General Radio OperationStandard AccessoriesBatteryCharge the BatteryThe Motorola approved battery shipped with your radio is uncharged. Prior to using a new battery, charge it for a minimum of 16 hours to ensure optimum capacity and performance.For a list of Motorola approved batteries available for use with your XTS 2500 radio, see “Batteries” on page 43.Note: When charging a battery attached to a radio, turn the radio off to ensure a full charge.Battery ChargerTo charge the battery, place the battery, with or without radio, in a Motorola-approved charger. The charger’s LED indicates the charg-ing progress; see your charger’s user guide. For a list of chargers, see “Chargers” on page 44.To avoid a possible explosion:• DO NOT replace the battery in any area labeled “hazardous atmosphere”.• DO NOT discard batteries in a fire.!W A R N I N G!

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 9General Radio OperationAttach the BatteryRemove the Battery1With the radio off, fit the three extensions at the bottom of the battery into the bottom slots on the radio.2Press the top of the battery against the radio until both latches click into place.1With the radio off, slide down the latches on the sides of the battery.2Pull the top of the battery away from the radio.

10General Radio OperationAntennaFor information regarding other available antennas, see page 43.Attach the AntennaRemove the AntennaWith the radio off, turn the antenna clockwise to attach it.With the radio off, turn the antenna counter-clockwise to remove it.

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 11General Radio OperationBelt ClipAttach the Belt ClipRemove the Belt Clip1Align the grooves of the belt clip with those of the battery.2Press the belt clip downward until you clear a “click.”1Use a flat-bladed object to press the belt clip tab away from the battery.2Slide the belt clip upward to remove it.

12General Radio OperationUniversal Connector CoverThe universal connector cover is located on the antenna side of the radio. It is used to connect certain accessories to the radio.Note: To prevent damage to the connector, shield it with the connector cover when not in use.Remove the Connector CoverAttach the Connector Cover1Insert a flat-bladed screwdriver into the area between the bottom of the cover and the slot below the connector.2Hold the top of the cover with your thumb while you pry the bottom of the cover away from the radio with the screwdriver.1Insert the hooked end of the cover into the top of the connector. Press downward on the cover’s top to seat it into the slot.2Press the cover’s lower tab below the connector until it snaps in place.TopSlotBottomSlotTopHooked EndBottomHooked EndTab

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 13General Radio OperationRemote Speaker Microphone AdapterThe Remote Speaker Microphone (RSM) adapter is located on the back of the radio, just above the battery. It must be used to connect the RSM accessories (see page 45) to the radio. If the RSM is not used, the adapter should be removed.Remove the AdapterAttach the AdapterLift the larger side (below the antenna port) of the adapter away from the radio using your finger.If you cannot easily remove the adapter with your finger, use a small, flat blade screwdriver to pry the larger end side of the adapter away from the radio.1With the Motorola side of the adapter facing out, snap the smaller end of the adapter into place in the shroud indent, below the On/Off Volume Control Knob. 2Snap the larger end of the adapter into place in the shroud indent, below the antenna port.

14General Radio OperationRadio On and OffTurn the Radio OnTurn the Radio OffTurn the On/Off/Volume Control knob clockwise.• If the test is successful, you hear a medium-pitched tone.• If the test is unsuccessful, you hear a low-pitched tone. Turn off the radio, check the battery, and turn the radio on.Turn the On/Off/Volume Control knob counterclockwise until it clicks.

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 15General Radio OperationZones and ChannelsA zone is a grouping of channels. A channel is a group of radio char-acteristics, such as transmit/receive frequency pairs.Before you use your radio to receive or send messages, you should select the zone.Select a ZoneSelect a Channel 1If a control on your radio has been preprogrammed as the Zone switch, move the Zone switch to the position for the zone you want. 2If the zone you selected is unprogrammed, you hear a long, medium-pitched tone until you select a programmed zone.• Long, medium-pitched tone1After you selected the zone you want, turn the preprogrammed Channel Selector switch to the desired channel.2If the channel you selected is unprogrammed, you hear a long, medium-pitched tone until you select a programmed channel.• Long, medium-pitched tone

16General Radio OperationReceive / TransmitRadio users who switch from analog to digital radios often assume that the lack of static on a digital channel is an indication that the radio is not working properly. This is not the case. Digital technology quiets the transmission by removing the “noise” from the signal and allowing only the clear voice or data information to be heard.This section emphasizes the importance of knowing how to monitor a channel for traffic before keying-up to send a transmission.Without Using the Volume Set and Monitor Buttons1Turn the radio on and select the desired zone and channel.2Listen for a transmission.3Adjust the Volume Control knob if necessary.4Press and hold the PTT button to transmit. The LED lights RED while transmitting. 5Release the PTT button to receive (listen).

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 17General Radio OperationUse the Preprogrammed Volume Set Button1Turn the radio on and select the desired zone and channel. See Turn the Radio On, page 14 and Zones and Channels, page 15. 2Press and hold the Volume Set button to hear the volume set tone.3Release the Volume Set button.4Adjust the Volume Control Knob if necessary.5Press and hold the PTT button to transmit. LED lights RED while transmitting. 6Release the PTT button to receive (listen).

18General Radio OperationUse the Preprogrammed Monitor Button1Turn the radio on and select the desired zone and channel.2Press the Monitor button and listen for activity. (See the following Conventional Mode Operation.)3Adjust the Volume Control knob if necessary.4Press and hold the PTT button to transmit. The LED lights RED while transmitting. 5Release the PTT button to receive (listen).

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 19General Radio OperationConventional Mode OperationYour radio may be programmed to receive Private-Line® (PL) calls.1Momentarily press the Monitor button to listen for activity. 2Press and hold the Monitor button to set continuous monitor operation. (The duration of the button press is programmable.) 3Press the Monitor button again, or the PTT button, to return to the original squelch setting. Note: If you try to transmit on a receive-only channel, you will hear an invalid tone until you release the PTT button.

20General Radio OperationNotes

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 21Common Radio FeaturesSelectable Power LevelThis feature lets you select the power level at which your radio will transmit. The radio will always turn on to the preprogrammed default setting. This feature must be programmed by a qualified radio technician.•Select LOW for a shorter transmitting distance and to conserve power.•Select HIGH for longer transmitting distance.Note: The default setting returns when you turn the radio off and on.Conventional Squelch OptionsAnalog SquelchTone Private Line (PL), Digital Private-Line (DPL), and carrier squelch can be available (preprogrammed) per channel.PL DefeatWith this feature, you can override any coded squelch (DPL, PL, or network ID) that might be programmed to a channel.Place the preprogrammed Transmit Power Level switch in the high-power or low-power position.When in... this condition occurs:Carrier squelch You hear all traffic on a channel.PL, DPL The radio responds only to your messages. Place the preprogrammed PL Defeat switch in the PL Defeat position. You can now hear any activity on the channel. The radio is muted if no activity is present.

22Common Radio FeaturesTime-out TimerThe time-out timer turns off your radio’s transmitter. The timer is set for 60 seconds at the factory, but it can be programmed from 0 to 7.75 minutes (465 seconds) by a qualified radio technician. 1Hold down the PTT longer than the programmed time.You will hear a short, low-pitched warning tone, the transmission is cut-off, andthe LED will go out until you release the PTT.• Short warning tone• Transmission is cut-off• LED goes out2Release the PTT button. • LED re-lights•Timer resets3Press the PTT to re-transmit. Time-out timer restarts.• Timer restarts•RED LED

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 23Common Radio FeaturesEmergencyIf the top (orange) button is programmed to send an emergency signal, then this signal overrides any other communication over the selected channel.Your radio can be programmed for the following:• Emergency Alarm• Emergency Alarm with Emergency Call• Silent Emergency Alarm• Emergency CallConsult a qualified radio technician for emergency programming of your radio.

24Common Radio FeaturesSend an Emergency AlarmAn Emergency Alarm will send a data transmission to the dispatcher, identifying the radio sending the emergency.1With your radio turned on, press the Emergency button. The red LED lights, and you hear a short, medium-pitched tone.•Red LED•Short toneNote: To exit emergency at any time, press and hold the Emergency button for about a second.2When you receive the dispatcher’s acknowledgment, you hear four tones, the alarm ends, and the radio exits the emergency mode.If no acknowledgement is received, the alarm ends and the radio exits the emergency mode.• Four tones• Alarm ends• Radio exits emergency• Alarm ends• Radio exits emergencyNote: For Emergency Alarm with Emergency Call: The radio enters the Emergency Call state either after it receives the dispatcher’s acknowledgment, or if you press the PTT button while in Emergency Alarm. Go to step 2 of “Send an Emergency Call” on page 25.

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 25Common Radio FeaturesSend a Silent Emergency AlarmSend an Emergency CallAn Emergency Call will send a type of dispatch giving your radio priority access to channels.1With your radio turned on, press the Emergency button. The LED does not light, and you hear no tones.• LED does not light• No tonesNote: To exit emergency at any time, press and hold the Emergency button for about a second.2The silent emergency state continues until you:Press and hold the Emergency button for about a second to exit the emergency state.ORPress and release the PTT button to exit silent emergency and enter regular dispatch or emergency call.• Press and hold Emergency buttonOR• Press and release the PTT button1With your radio turned on, press the Emergency button. A short, medium-pitched tone sounds.• Short toneNote: To exit emergency at any time, press and hold the Emergency button.2Press and hold the PTT button and announce your emergency into the microphone.

26Common Radio FeaturesThe radio operates in the normal dispatch manner while in Emergency Call, except, if enabled, it will return to one of the following:Note: For ALL Emergency signals: • You can change channels while in Emergency operation if the new channel is also programmed for Emergency. The emergency alarm or call continues on the new channel.• If the new channel is NOT programmed for Emergency, an invalid tone sounds until you exit the Emergency state or change to a channel programmed for emergency. 3Release the PTT button to end the transmission and wait for a response from the dispatcher. 4Press and hold the Emergency button for about a second to exit emergency. Using this operation: means you will talk...1. Tactical/Non-Revert on the channel you selected before you entered the emergency state.2. Non-Tactical/Revert on a preprogrammed emergency channel. The emergency alarm is sent to this same channel.

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 27Common Radio FeaturesEmergency Keep-AliveWith Emergency Keep-Alive enabled, if the radio is in the Emergency state, you cannot turn off the radio by using the On/Off Volume Control knob.With Keep-Alive, the radio will only exit the Emergency state using one of the ways mentioned in the previous sections (Emergency Alarm, Silent Emergency Alarm, or Emergency Call).

28Common Radio FeaturesScanThe scan feature allows you to monitor traffic on different channels by scanning a preprogrammed list of channels. The list must be preprogrammed by a qualified technician.Turn Scan On and OffUse the Preprogrammed Scan On/Off SwitchDelete a Nuisance ChannelWhen the radio scans to a channel that you do not wish to hear (nuisance channel), you can temporarily delete the channel from the scan list.Place the Scan On/Off Switch in the “scan on” or “scan off” position.1When the radio is locked onto the channel to be deleted, press the preprogrammed Nuisance Delete button.Repeat this step to delete more channels.Note: You cannot delete priority channels or the designated transmit channel.2The radio continues scanning the remaining channels in the list. To resume scanning the deleted channel, change channels or turn scan off and then back on again.

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 29Common Radio FeaturesConventional Scan OnlyMake a Dynamic Priority ChangeWhile the radio is scanning, the dynamic priority change feature lets you temporarily change any channel in a scan list (except the priority-one channel) to the priority-two channel. The replaced priority-two channel becomes a non-priority channel. This change remains in effect until scan is turned off, then scanning reverts back to the preprogrammed state.1When the radio is locked onto the channel to be designated as priority-two, press the preprogrammed Dynamic Priority button.Note: The priority-one channel cannot be changed to priority-two.2The radio continues scanning the remaining channels in the list. To resume scanning the preprogrammed priority-two channel, you must leave and re-enter scan operation.

30Common Radio FeaturesTelephone Calls (Trunking Only)Use your radio to receive standard phone calls. A landline phone can be used to call a radio.Answer a Phone CallUse the Preprogrammed Call Response Button1When a phone call is received you hear telephone-type ringing and the LED flashes GREEN.• Telephone-type ringing• LED flashes GREEN2Press the Call Response button within 20 seconds after the call indicators begin.3Press and hold the PTT button to talk; release it to listen.4Press the Call Response button to hang up.

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 31Common Radio FeaturesPrivate Calls (Trunking Only)These one-to-one calls between two radios are not heard by others in the current talkgroup. Answer a Private CallUse the Preprogrammed Call Response Button.1When a private call is received you hear two alert tones and the LED flashes GREEN.• Two alert tones• LED flashes GREEN2Press the preprogrammed Call Response button within 20 seconds.3Press and hold the PTT button to talk; release it to listen.4Press the Call Response button to hang up.

32Common Radio FeaturesCall Alert PagingCall Alert allows your radio to work like a pager.Answer a Call Alert Page1When a Call Alert Page is received, you hear four repeating alert tones and the LED flashes GREEN.• Four repeating tones• LED flashes GREEN2Press and hold the PTT button to talk, release it to listen.

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 33Common Radio FeaturesRepeater or Direct OperationAlso known as TALKAROUND operation, DIRECT lets you bypass the repeater and connect directly to another radio. The transmit and receive frequencies are the same.REPEATER operation increases the radio’s range by connecting with other radios through a repeater. Transmit and receive frequencies are different.Select Repeater or Direct Operation Place the preprogrammed Repeater/Direct switch in Repeater or Direct position.

34Common Radio FeaturesNotes

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 35Special Radio FeaturesTrunking System ControlsFailsoftThe failsoft system ensures continuous radio communications during a trunked system failure. If a trunking system fails completely, the radio goes into failsoft operation, and automatically switches to its failsoft channel. During failsoft operation:When the trunking system returns to normal operation, your radio automatically leaves failsoft operation and returns to trunked operation.Out-of-RangeIf you go out of the range of the system, and can no longer lock onto a control channel, you hear a low-pitched tone. Your radio remains in this out-of-range condition until• It locks onto a control channel,• It locks onto a failsoft channel, or • It is turned off.• Your radio transmits and receives in conventional operation on a predetermined frequency. • You hear a medium-pitched tone every 10 seconds.

36Special Radio FeaturesSite LockThis feature allows your radio to lock onto a specific site and not roam among wide-area talkgroup sites. This feature should be used with caution, since it inhibits roaming to another site in a wide-area system.Lock or Unlock a SiteSite ChangeYou can force your radio to change to a new site.Change the Current SitePress the preprogrammed Site Lock/Unlock button. • The site lock state changes.1Press and hold down the preprogrammed Site Search button to manually force the change to a new site. You hear a tone while the radio scans for a new site.• Tone sounds2When the radio finds a new site, the tone stops.• Tone stops

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 37Helpful TipsRadio CareCleaningTo clean the external surfaces of your radio:1Combine one teaspoon of mild dishwashing detergent to one gallon of water (0.5% solution).2Apply the solution sparingly with a stiff, non-metallic, short-bristled brush, making sure excess detergent does not get entrapped near the connectors, controls or crevices. Dry the radio thoroughly with a soft, lint-free cloth.3Clean battery contacts with a lint-free cloth to remove dirt or grease.Handling• Do not pound, drop, or throw the radio. Never carry the radio by the antenna.• Avoid subjecting the radio to an excess of liquids.• Avoid subjecting the radio to corrosives, solvents or spirits.• Do not disassemble the radio.• Keep the accessory-connector cover in place until ready to use the connector. Replace the cover immediately once the accessory has been disconnected.Do not use solvents to clean your radio. Spirits may permanently damage the radio housing.Do not submerge the radio in the detergent solution.!C a u t i o n

38Helpful TipsServiceProper repair and maintenance procedures will assure efficient operation and long life for this product. A Motorola maintenance agreement will provide expert service to keep this and all other communication equipment in perfect operating condition. A nationwide service organization is provided by Motorola to support maintenance services. Through its maintenance and installation program, Motorola makes available the finest service to those desiring reliable, continuous communications on a contract basis. For a contract service agreement, please contact your nearest Motorola service or sales representative, or an authorized Motorola dealer.Express Service Plus (ESP) is an optional extended service coverage plan, which provides for the repair of this product for a period of three years from the date of shipment from the factory, or the date of delivery if purchased from an authorized Motorola two-way radio dealer. For more information about ESP, contact the Motorola Radio Support Center, 2204 Galvin Drive, Elgin, IL 60123, 1-800-227-6772.

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 39Helpful TipsBatteryBattery LifeBattery life is determined by several factors. Among the more critical are the regular overcharge of batteries and the average depth of discharge with each cycle. Typically, the greater the overcharge and the deeper the average discharge, the fewer cycles a battery will last. For example, a battery which is overcharged and discharges 100% several times a day, will last fewer cycles than a battery that receives less of an overcharge and is discharged to 50% per day. Further, a battery which receives minimal overcharging and averages only 25% discharge, will last even longer.Charging the Battery Motorola batteries are designed specifically to be used with a Motorola charger and vice-versa. Charging in non-Motorola equipment may lead to battery damage and void the battery warranty. Motorola-authorized battery chargers may not charge batteries other than the ones listed on page 43.The battery should be at about 77°F (25°C) (room temperature), whenever possible. Charging a cold battery (below 50° F [10°C]) may result in leakage of electrolyte and ultimately in failure of the battery. Charging a hot battery (above 95°F [35°C]) results in reduced discharge capacity, affecting the performance of the radio. Motorola rapid-rate battery chargers contain a temperature-sensing circuit to ensure that batteries are charged within the temperature limits stated above.Battery Charge StatusYour radio can indicate your battery’s charge status via LED indications and sounds: • you see the LED flash red when the PTT button is pressed, indicating low battery• you hear a low-battery “chirp” (short, high-pitched tone)

40Helpful TipsBattery Recycling and DisposalNickel-cadmium (NiCd) rechargeable batteries can be recycled. However, recycling facilities may not be available in all areas. Under various U.S. state laws and the laws of several other countries, NiCd batteries must be recycled and cannot be disposed of in landfills or incinerators. Contact your local waste management agency for specific requirements and information in your area. Motorola fully endorses and encourages the recycling of NiCd batteries. In the U.S. and Canada, Motorola participates in the nationwide Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC) program for NiCd battery collection and recycling. Many retailers and dealers participate in this program.For the location of the drop-off facility closest to you, access RBRC's Internet web site at www.rbrc.com or call 1-800-8-BATTERY. This internet site and telephone number also provide other useful information concerning recycling options for consumers, businesses, and governmental agencies.

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 41Helpful TipsAntennaRadio Operating FrequenciesThe following antenna types are compatible with your radio:Before installing the antenna, make sure it matches your radio’s operating frequency. Antennas are frequency sensitive and are color coded according to their frequency range. The color code indicator is located in the center of the antenna’s base.Antenna Type Approx. Length Insulator ColorCodeFrequency Range (MHz)Antenna Kit No.in. mmVHF whip 8 203 RED 136–174 NAD6563VHF helical 7.6 193 YELLOW 136–150.8 NAD6566VHF helical 7 178 BLACK 150.8–162 NAD6567VHF helical 6.5 165 BLUE 162–174 NAD6568UHF helical 3.4 88 RED 403–435 NAE6546UHF helical 3.2 80 GREEN 435–470 NAE6547UHF helical 3.2 79 BLACK 470–520 NAE6548UHF whip, wideband5.2 130 GRAY 403–520 NAE6549color

42Helpful Tips800 MHz whip,halfwave7 178 RED 806–870 NAF5037800 MHz dipole 8 200 RED 806–870 NAF5039800 MHz stubby, quarterwave3.4 86 WHITE 806–870 NAF5042700/800 MHz whip7 178 GREEN 764–870 NAF5080Antenna Type Approx. Length Insulator ColorCodeFrequency Range (MHz)Antenna Kit No.in. mm

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 43AccessoriesMotorola provides the following approved accessories to improve the productivity of your XTS 2500 portable two-way radio.For a list of Motorola-approved antennas, batteries, and other accessories, visit the following web site which lists approved accessories: http://www.motorola.com/cgiss/index.shtml AntennasBatteriesNAD6563 VHF whip (136–174 MHz)NAD6566 VHF (136–150.8 MHz)NAD6567 VHF (150.8–162 MHz)NAD6568 VHF (162–174 MHz)NAE6546 UHF (380–435 MHz)NAE6547 UHF (435–470 MHz)NAE6548 UHF (470–520 MHz)NAE6549 UHF whip (380–520 MHz)NAF5037 800 MHz whip, halfwave (806–870 MHz)NAF5039 800 MHz dipole (806–870 MHz)NAF5042 800 MHz stubby, quarterwave (806–870 MHz)NAF5080 700/800 MHz whip (764–870 MHz)NTN9815 NiCd high-capacityNTN9816 NiCd high-capacity, Factory Mutual Intrinsically Safe NTN9857 NiMH ultra-high-capacity, Factory Mutual Intrinsically SafeNTN9858 NiMH ultra-high-capacity

44AccessoriesCarry AccessoriesBelt ClipsBody-WornChargersHLN6853 Belt clip, 2 1/4 inchNNTN4115 Carrying case, leather with 3-in. swivel belt loop and T-strapNNTN4116 Carrying case, leather with 2.5-in. swivel belt loop and T-strapNNTN4117 Carrying case, leather with 3-in. belt loop and T-strapNLN6349 Shoulder strap for carrying radioNTN5243 Shoulder strap for carrying radioTDN9675 Wrist strap for carrying radioNLN7967 Wall-mount kit for multi-unit chargerNLN7968 Rack-mount kit for multi-unit chargerNTN1168 Single-unit dual rate, rapid charger 120VNTN1169 Single-unit dual rate, rapid charger 220V (2-prong Euro plug)NTN1170 Single-unit dual rate, rapid charger 240V (3-prong UK plug)NTN1177 Multi-unit, dual rate, rapid charger 110VNTN1178 Multi-unit, dual rate, rapid charger 240V (3-prong UK plug)NTN1179 Multi-unit, rapid charger 240V (UK 13 MAP Plug)

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 45AccessoriesEnhanced and Multi-Unit Line CordsMicrophones, Remote SpeakerNTN1667 Tri-chemistry, 110VNTN1668 Tri-Chemistry, 220V Single Unit Charger (2 Prong Euro Plug)NTN1669 Tri-chemistry, 230VNTN1873 IMPRES™ rapid charger 110V single-unit NTN1874 IMPRES™ rapid charger 220V single-unitNTN1875 IMPRES™ rapid charger 240V single-unitNTN4796 Multi-unit, tri-chemistry, rapid rate, 110VNTN7209 Single-unit dual rate, rapid charger w/o cordNTN7373 110V interchangeable line NTN7374 220V interchangeable line (2-prong Euro plug)NTN7375 240V interchangeable line (3-prong UK plug)NMN6191 Remote speaker mic, noise-canceling (includes 6.0-ft coiled cord assembly, 3.5-mm earjack, swivel clip, quick disconnect)NMN6193 Remote speaker mic NNTN4285 Remote speaker mic adapterZMN6031 Speaker mic, 3-pieceZMN6032 Speaker mic, 2-pieceZMN6038 Speaker mic, 2-piece, extra loudZMN6039 Speaker mic, 3-piece, extra loud

46AccessoriesSurveillance AccessoriesCommPort® Integrated Microphone/ReceiversEarpiecesNTN1624 CommPort with palm PTTNTN1625 CommPort ear mic with PTT for noise levels up to 100 dB (requires BDN6676 adapter)NTN1663 CommPort ear mic with ring PTT for noise levels up to 100 dB (requires BDN6676 adapter)NTN1736 CommPort ear mic with snap-on side PTT for noise levels up to 100 dB (requires BDN6676 adapter)BDN6641 Ear mic, high noise level up to 105 dB, grey (must order BDN6671 interface module)BDN6664 Earpiece with standard earphone, beigeBDN6665 Earpiece with extra-loud earphone (exceeds OSHA limits), beigeBDN6666 Earpiece with volume control, beigeBDN6667 Earpiece, mic and PTT combined, beigeBDN6668 Earpiece, mic and PTT separate, beigeBDN6669 Earpiece, mic and PTT combined, with extra-loud earphone (exceeds OSHA limits), beigeBDN6670 Earpiece, mic and PTT separate with extra-loud ear-phone (exceeds OSHA limits), beigeBDN6677 Ear mic, standard, noise up to 95 dB (must order BDN6671 interface module), blackBDN6678 Ear mic, standard, noise up to 95 dB (must order BDN6671 interface module), beigeBDN6719 Earpad, with 3.5mm threaded plug

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 47AccessoriesHeadsets and Headset AccessoriesBDN6726 Earpiece with standard earphone, blackBDN6727 Earpiece with extra-loud earphone (exceeds OSHA limits), blackBDN6728 Earpiece with volume control, blackBDN6729 Earpiece, mic and PTT combined, blackBDN6730 Earpiece, mic and PTT separate, blackBDN6731 Earpiece, mic and PTT combined, with extra-loud earphone (exceeds OSHA limits), blackBDN6732 Earpiece, mic and PTT separate, with extra-loud earphone (exceeds OSHA limits), blackBDN6780 Earbud, single with mic and PTT combined, beigeBDN6781 Earbud, single, receive only, blackBDN6635 Heavy-duty VOX headset with noise-canceling boom mic (requires BDN6673 adapter)BDN6636 Heavy-duty VOX headset with throat mic (requires BDN6673)BDN6645 Noise-canceling boom mic headset with PTT on earcupBDN6673 Headset adapter cable (for use with BDN6635 and BDN6645)BDN6676 Jedi adapterNMN1020 Safety helmet headset (requires BDN6676 adapter)NMN6245 Light-weight headsetNMN6246 Ultralite headset with boom micNMN6258 Over-the-head headset with in-line PTTNMN6259 Medium-weight, dual headset with NC micRMN4049 Jedi “TEMCO” temple transducer

48AccessoriesRadio Interface Modules for Ear MicrophonesSwitchesBDN6671 Push-to-talk (PTT) and voice-activated (VOX) inter-face module (for use with BDN6641, BDN6677 and BDN6678)BDN6708 PTT interface module (for use with BDN6641, BDN6677 and BDN6678)0180300E83 Remote PTT body switchNTN7660 Tilt / man down switch

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 49Appendix: Maritime Radio Use in the VHF Frequency RangeSpecial Channel AssignmentsEmergency ChannelIf you are in imminent and grave danger at sea and require emergency assistance, use VHF Channel 16 to send a distress call to nearby vessels and the United States Coast Guard. Transmit the following information, in this order:1“MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY.” 2“THIS IS _____________________, CALL SIGN __________.”State the name of the vessel in distress 3 times, followed by the call sign or other identification of the vessel, stated 3 times.3Repeat “MAYDAY” and the name of the vessel. 4“WE ARE LOCATED AT _______________________.”State the position of the vessel in distress, using any information that will help responders to locate you, e.g.: • latitude and longitude • bearing (state whether you are using true or magnetic north) • distance to a well-known landmark• vessel course, speed or destination5State the nature of the distress. 6Specify what kind of assistance you need. 7State the number of persons on board and the number needing medical attention, if any.8Mention any other information that would be helpful to responders, such as type of vessel, vessel length and/or tonnage, hull color, etc.9“OVER.”10 Wait for a response. 11 If you do not receive an immediate response, remain by the radio and repeat the transmission at intervals until you receive a response. Be prepared to follow any instructions given to you.

50Appendix: Maritime Radio Use in the VHF Frequency RangeNon-Commercial Call ChannelFor non-commercial transmissions, such as fishing reports, rendezvous arrangements, repair scheduling, or berthing information, use VHF Channel 9. Operating Frequency RequirementsA radio designated for shipboard use must comply with Federal Communications Commission Rule Part 80 as follows:• on ships subject to Part II of Title III of the Communications Act, the radio must be capable of operating on the 156.800 MHz frequency• on ships subject to the Safety Convention, the radio must be capable of operating:• in the simplex mode on the ship station transmitting frequencies specified in the 156.025–157.425 MHz frequency band, and• in the semiduplex mode on the two frequency channels specified in the table below.Note: Simplex channels 3, 21, 23, 61, 64, 81, 82, and 83 cannot be lawfully used by the general public in US waters.Additional information about operating requirements in the Maritime Services can be obtained from the full text of FCC Rule Part 80 and from the US Coast Guard.Table A-1: VHF Marine Channel ListChannel NumberFrequency (MHz)Transmit Receive1 156.050 160.6502 156.100 160.700* 156.150 160.7504 156.200 160.8005 156.250 160.8506 156.300 –7 156.350 160.950

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 51Appendix: Maritime Radio Use in the VHF Frequency Range8 156.400 –9 156.450 156.45010 156.500 156.50011 156.550 156.55012 156.600 156.60013** 156.650 156.65014 156.700 156.70015** 156.750 156.75016 156.800 156.80017** 156.850 156.85018 156.900 161.50019 156.950 161.55020 157.000 161.600* 157.050 161.65022 157.100 161.700* 157.150 161.75024 157.200 161.80025 157.250 161.85026 157.300 161.90027 157.350 161.95028 157.400 162.00060 156.025 160.625* 156.075 160.67562 156.125 160.72563 156.175 160.775* 156.225 160.82565 156.275 160.87566 156.325 160.925Table A-1: VHF Marine Channel List (Continued)Channel NumberFrequency (MHz)Transmit Receive

52Appendix: Maritime Radio Use in the VHF Frequency Range* Simplex channels 3, 21, 23, 61, 64, 81, 82, and 83 cannot be lawfully used by the general public in US waters.** Low power (1 W) only*** Guard bandNote: A – in the Receive column indicates that the channel is transmit only.67** 156.375 156.37568 156.425 156.42569 156.475 156.47571 156.575 156.57572 156.625 –73 156.675 156.67574 156.725 156.72575 *** ***76 *** ***77** 156.875 –78 156.925 161.52579 156.975 161.57580 157.025 161.625* 157.075 161.675* 157.125 161.725* 157.175 161.77584 157.225 161.82585 157.275 161.87586 157.325 161.92587 157.375 161.97588 157.425 162.025Table A-1: VHF Marine Channel List (Continued)Channel NumberFrequency (MHz)Transmit Receive

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 53GlossaryThis is a list of specialized terms used in this manual.ACK Acknowledgment of communication.Active Channel A channel that has traffic on it.Analog Signal An RF signal that has a continuous nature rather than a pulsed or discrete nature.ASTRO 25 Trunking Motorola standard for wireless digital trunked communications.ASTRO ConventionalMotorola standard for wireless analog or digital conventional communications.Call Alert A page received by your radio, along with an audible tone.Carrier Squelch Feature that responds to the presence of an RF carrier by opening or unmuting (turning on) a receiver's audio circuit. A squelch circuit silences the radio when no signal is being received so that the user does not have to listen to noise.Central Controller A software controlled, computer-driven device that receives and generates data for the trunked radios assigned to it. It monitors and directs the operations of the trunked repeaters.Channel A group of characteristics such as transmit/receive frequency pairs, radio parameters, and encryption encoding.Control Channel In a trunking system, one of the channels that is used to provide a continuous, two-way/data communications path between the central controller and all radios on the system.Conventional Typically refers to radio-to-radio communications, sometimes through a repeater. (See Trunking.)

54GlossaryDigital Private Line (DPL)A type of coded squelch using data bursts. Similar to PL except a digital code is used instead of a tone.Digital Signal An RF signal that has a pulsed, or discrete nature, rather than a continuous nature.Dispatcher An individual who has radio system management duties.Dynamic RegroupingA feature that allows the dispatcher to temporarily reassign selected radios to a single special channel so they can communicate with each other.Failsoft A feature that allows communications to take place even though the central controller has failed. Each trunked repeater in the system will transmit a data word informing every radio that the system has gone into failsoft.FCC Federal Communications Commission.Hang Up Disconnect.LED Light-emitting diode.Monitor Check channel activity by pressing the Monitor button. If the channel is clear, you will hear static. If the channel is in use, you will hear conversation. It also serves as a way to check the volume level of the radio, as the radio will “open the squelch” when pressing the monitor button.Network Access CodeNetwork Access Code (NAC) operates on digital channels to reduce voice channel interference between adjacent systems and sites.NiCd Nickel Cadmium.NiMH Nickel Metal Hydride.

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 55GlossaryNon-tactical/Revert The user will talk on a preprogrammed emergency channel. The emergency alarm is sent on this same channel.Page A one-way alert, with audio messages.Personality A set of unique features specific to a radio.Preprogrammed A feature that has been assigned in advance by a qualified technician.Private (Conversation) CallAllows you to respond to a private conversation call from another radio user in the group.Private Line (PL) A sub-audible tone that is transmitted such that only receivers decoding this tone will hear the message.Programmable A radio control that can have a radio feature assigned to it.PTT Push-To-Talk — the PTT button engages the transmitter and puts the radio in transmit (send) operation when pressed.Radio Frequency (RF)The part of the general frequency spectrum between the audio and infrared light regions (about 10 kHz to10,000,000 MHz).Repeater A conventional radio feature, where you talk through a receive/transmit facility (repeater), that re-transmits received signals in order to improve communications range and coverage.Selective Switch Any digital P25 traffic having the correct Network Access Code and the correct talkgroup.

56GlossarySquelch Special electronic circuitry added to the receiver of a radio which reduces, or squelches, unwanted signals before they are heard in the speaker.Standby An operating condition whereby the radio’s speaker is muted but still continues to receive data.Tactical/Non-revert The user will talk on the channel that was selected before the radio entered the emergency state.Talkaround Bypass a repeater and talk directly to another unit for easy local unit-to-unit communications.Talkgroup An organization of radio users who communicate with each other.Trunking The automatic sharing of communications paths between a large number of users. (See Conventional.)Zone A grouping of channels.

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 57Commercial WarrantyLimited WarrantyMOTOROLA COMMUNICATION PRODUCTSI. WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS AND FOR HOW LONG:MOTOROLA INC. (“MOTOROLA”) warrants the MOTOROLA manufactured Communication Products listed below (“Product”) against defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of time from the date of purchase as scheduled below: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. All replaced parts of Product shall become the property of MOTOROLA.This express limited warranty is extended by MOTOROLA to the original end user purchaser only and is not assignable or transferable to any other party. This is the complete warranty for the Product manufactured by MOTOROLA. MOTOROLA assumes no obligations or liability for additions or modifications to this warranty unless made in writing and signed by an officer of MOTOROLA. Unless made in a separate agreement between MOTOROLA and the original end user purchaser, MOTOROLA does not warrant the installation, maintenance or service of the Product.MOTOROLA cannot be responsible in any way for any ancillary equipment not furnished by MOTOROLA which is attached to or used in connection with the Product, or for operation of the Product with any ancillary equipment, and all such equipment is expressly excluded from this warranty. Because each system which may use ASTRO XTS 2500 Portable Units One (1) YearProduct Accessories One (1) Year

58Commercial Warrantythe Product is unique, MOTOROLA disclaims liability for range, coverage, or operation of the system as a whole under this warranty.II. GENERAL PROVISIONS:This warranty sets forth the full extent of MOTOROLA'S responsibilities regarding the Product. Repair, replacement or refund of the purchase price, at MOTOROLA’s option, is the exclusive remedy. THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT SHALL MOTOROLA BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT, FOR ANY LOSS OF USE, LOSS OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE, COMMERCIAL LOSS, LOST PROFITS OR SAVINGS OR OTHER INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE SUCH PRODUCT, TO THE FULL EXTENT SUCH MAY BE DISCLAIMED BY LAW.III. STATE LAW RIGHTS:SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LIMITATION ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY. This warranty gives specific legal rights, and there may be other rights which may vary from state to state.IV. HOW TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE:You must provide proof of purchase (bearing the date of purchase and Product item serial number) in order to receive warranty service and, also, deliver or send the Product item, transportation and insurance prepaid, to an authorized warranty service location. Warranty service will be provided by Motorola through one of its authorized warranty service locations. If you first contact the company

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 59Commercial Warrantywhich sold you the Product, it can facilitate your obtaining warranty service. You can also call Motorola at 1-888-567-7347 US/Canada.V. WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:A) Defects or damage resulting from use of the Product in other than its normal and customary manner.B) Defects or damage from misuse, accident, water, or neglect.C) Defects or damage from improper testing, operation, maintenance, installation, alteration, modification, or adjustment.D) Breakage or damage to antennas unless caused directly by defects in material workmanship.E) A Product subjected to unauthorized Product modifications, disassemblies or repairs (including, without limitation, the addition to the Product of non-Motorola supplied equipment) which adversely affect performance of the Product or interfere with Motorola's normal warranty inspection and testing of the Product to verify any warranty claim.F) Product which has had the serial number removed or made illegible.G) Rechargeable batteries if:• any of the seals on the battery enclosure of cells are broken or show evidence of tampering.• the damage or defect is caused by charging or using the battery in equipment or service other than the Product for which it is specified.H) Freight costs to the repair depot.I) A Product which, due to illegal or unauthorized alteration of the software/firmware in the Product, does not function in accordance with MOTOROLA’s published specifications or the FCC type acceptance labeling in effect for the Product at

60Commercial Warrantythe time the Product was initially distributed from MOTOROLA.J) Scratches or other cosmetic damage to Product surfaces that does not affect the operation of the Product.K) Normal and customary wear and tear.VI. PATENT AND SOFTWARE PROVISIONS:MOTOROLA will defend, at its own expense, any suit brought against the end user purchaser to the extent that it is based on a claim that the Product or parts infringe a United States patent, and MOTOROLA will pay those costs and damages finally awarded against the end user purchaser in any such suit which are attributable to any such claim, but such defense and payments are conditioned on the following: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; andC) should the Product or parts become, or in MOTOROLA’s opinion be likely to become, the subject of a claim of infringement of a United States patent, that such purchaser will permit MOTOROLA, at its option and expense, either to procure for such purchaser the right to continue using the Product or parts or to replace or modify the same so that it becomes non-infringing or to grant such purchaser a credit for the Product or parts as depreciated and accept its return. The depreciation will be an equal amount per year over the lifetime of the Product or parts as established by MOTOROLA.MOTOROLA will have no liability with respect to any claim of patent infringement which is based upon the combination of the Product or parts furnished hereunder with software, apparatus or devices not furnished by MOTOROLA, nor will MOTOROLA have any liability for

ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 61Commercial Warrantythe use of ancillary equipment or software not furnished by MOTOROLA which is attached to or used in connection with the Product. The foregoing states the entire liability of MOTOROLA with respect to infringement of patents by the Product or any parts thereof.Laws in the United States and other countries preserve for MOTOROLA certain exclusive rights for copyrighted MOTOROLA software such as the exclusive rights to reproduce in copies and distribute copies of such Motorola software. MOTOROLA software may be used in only the Product in which the software was originally embodied and such software in such Product may not be replaced, copied, distributed, modified in any way, or used to produce any derivative thereof. No other use including, without limitation, alteration, modification, reproduction, distribution, or reverse engineering of such MOTOROLA software or exercise of rights in such MOTOROLA software is permitted. No license is granted by implication, estoppel or otherwise under MOTOROLA patent rights or copyrights.VII. GOVERNING LAW:This Warranty is governed by the laws of the State of Illinois, USA.

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ASTRO XTS 2500 Model I 63IndexAaccessoriesantennas .................................43batteries ..................................43belt clips ..................................44body-worn ...............................44carry accessories ....................44chargers ..................................44Commport integrated microphone/receivers ................................46earpieces .................................46headsets ..................................47microphones, remote speaker .45radio interface modules ...........48switches ..................................48alert tones .....................................5analog squelch ............................21answer a private call ...................31antennaattach the antenna ..................10radio operating frequencies .....41remove the antenna ................10antennas .....................................43Bbatteries ......................................43batteryattach the battery ......................9battery charge status ...............39charging the battery ..................8recycling and disposal .............40remove the battery ....................9belt clipattach the belt clip ...................11remove the belt clip .................11Ccall alertanswer a call alert ...................32carry accessoriesbelt clips ..................................44body-worn ...............................44channelselect a channel ...................... 15chargers ..................................... 44enhanced and multi-unit line cords 45conventional mode operation ..... 19Eemergencyemergency keep-alive ............. 27send an emergency alarm ...... 24send an emergency call .......... 25Ffailsoft ......................................... 35Gglossary ...................................... 53LLED indicators .............................. 5Mmicrophones, remote speaker .... 45monitor button ............................ 18Nnotations used in this manual ....... 1Oout-of-range ................................ 35Pphone callanswer a phone call ................ 30physical features of the radio ........ 3PL defeat .................................... 21programmable features ................ 4

64IndexRradio carecleaning ...................................37handling ...................................37receive / transmituse the preprogrammed monitor button .....................................18use the preprogrammed volume set button ...............................17without using the volume set and monitor buttons ......................16remote speaker microphone adapter 13attach the adapter ...................13remove the adpater .................13repeater or direct operation .........33repeater/direct switch ..................33Sscandelete a nuisance channel .......28turn scan on and off .................28scan (conventional only)make a dynamic priority change ..29select a channel ..........................15select a zone ...............................15selectable power level .................21service .........................................38site change ..................................36site lock .......................................36surveillance accessories .............46Commport integrated microphone/receivers ................................46earpieces .................................46headsets and headset accessories ................................................47radio interface modules for ear microphones ..........................48switches ......................................48Ttime-out timer ..............................22Trunking System Controls ..........35turn the radio off ......................... 14turn the radio on ......................... 14Uuniversal connector coverattach the connector cover ...... 12remove the connector cover .... 12Vvolume set button .......................17Wwarranty ...................................... 57Zzoneselect a zone ...........................15