The 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.
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DOCUMENT HISTORY
The following major changes have been implemented in this manual since the previous edition:
Edition Description Date
6816101H01-A Initial edition Mar. 2007
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Notes
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Safety Information
Product Safety and RF Energy Exposure Booklet for Portable Two-Way
Radios
The information provided in this document supersedes the general safety information contained in
user guides published prior to February 2002.
BEFORE USING THIS RADIO, READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION WHICH CONTAINS
IMPORTANT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USAGE AND RF ENERGY AWARENESS
AND CONTROL INFORMATION AND OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLIANCE WITH RF
ENERGY EXPOSURE LIMITS IN APPLICABLE NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS. ALSO READ THE OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USAGE. FOR RADIOS THAT
HAVE BEEN APPROVED AS INTRINSICALLY SAFE, READ THE INSTRUCTIONS AND
INFORMATION ON INTRINSIC SAFETY ON PAGE vii.
RF Energy Exposure Awareness and Control Information and
Operational Instructions for Occupational Use
NOTICE: This radio is intended for use in occupational/controlled conditions where users
have full knowledge of their exposure and can exercise control over their exposure to
meet the occupational limits in FCC and International standards. This radio
device is NOT authorized for general population or consumer use.
This two-way radio uses electromagnetic energy in the radio frequency (RF) spectrum to provide
communications between two or more users over a distance. It uses radio frequency (RF) energy or
radio waves to send and receive calls. RF energy is one form of electromagnetic energy. Other
forms include, but are not limited to, sunlight and x-rays. RF energy, however, should not be
confused with these other forms of electromagnetic energy, which when used improperly, can cause
biological damage. Very high levels of x-rays, for example, can damage tissues and genetic
material.
Experts in science, engineering, medicine, health, and industry work with organizations to develop
standards for safe exposure to RF energy. These standards provide recommended levels of RF
exposure for both workers and the general public. These recommended RF exposure levels include
substantial margins of protection.
All Motorola two-way radios are designed, manufactured, and tested to ensure they meet
government-established RF exposure levels. In addition, manufacturers also recommend specific
operating instructions to users of two-way radios. These instructions are important because they
inform users about RF energy exposure and provide simple procedures on how to control it.
Please refer to the following websites for more information on what RF energy exposure is and how
to control your exposure to assure compliance with established RF exposure limits:
http://www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/rf-faqs.html
http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/radiofrequencyradiation/index.html
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Regulations
The FCC rules require manufacturers to comply with the FCC RF energy exposure limits for portable
two-way radios before they can be marketed in the U.S. When two-way radios are used as a
consequence of employment, the FCC requires users to be fully aware of and able to control their
exposure to meet occupational requirements.
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Exposure awareness can be facilitated by the use of a product label directing users to specific user
awareness information. Your Motorola two-way radio has a RF exposure product label. Also, your
Motorola user manual, or separate safety booklet includes information and operating instructions
required to control your RF exposure and to satisfy compliance requirements.
Compliance with RF Exposure Standards
Your Motorola two-way radio is designed and tested to comply with a number of national and
International standards and guidelines (listed below) for human exposure to radio frequency
electromagnetic energy. This radio complies with the IEEE (FCC) and ICNIRP exposure limits for
occupational/controlled RF exposure environments at operating duty factors of up to 50% talk-50%
listen and is authorized by the FCC for occupational use only.
In terms of measuring RF energy for compliance with these exposure guidelines, your radio
generates measurable RF energy only while it is transmitting (during talking), not when it is receiving
(listening) or in standby mode.
NOTE: The approved batteries, supplied with this radio, are rated for a 5-5-90 duty factor (5% talk 5% listen-90% standby) even though this radio complies with FCC occupational exposure
limits and may operate at duty factors of up to 50% talk.
Your Motorola two-way radio complies with the following RF energy exposure standards and
guidelines:
• United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of Federal Regulations; 47CFR part
2 sub-part J
• American National Standards Institute (ANSI) / Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers
(IEEE) C95. 1-1992
• Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95.1-1999 Edition
• International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) 1998
• Ministry of Health (Canada) Safety Code 6. Limits of Human Exposure to Radiofrequency Elec-
tromagnetic Fields in the Frequency Range from 3 kHz to 300 GHz, 1999
• Australian Communications Authority Radiocommunications (Electromagnetic Radiation Human Exposure) Standard, 2003
• ANATEL ANNEX to Resolution No. 303 of July 2, 2002 "Regulation of limitation of exposure to
electrical, magnetic and electromagnetic fields in the radio frequency range between 9 KHz and
300 GHz" and "Attachment to resolution # 303 from July 2, 2002"
"Additional Requirements for SMR, Cellular and PCS Product Certification"
RF Exposure Compliance and Control Guidelines and Operating
Instructions
To control your exposure and ensure compliance with the occupational/controlled environment
exposure limits, always adhere to the following procedures.
Guidelines:
• Do not remove the RF Exposure Label from the device.
• User awareness instructions should accompany device when transferred to other users.
• Do not use this device if the operational requirements described herein are not met.
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Operating Instructions
• Transmit no more than the rated duty factor of 50% of the time. To transmit (talk), push the Push To-Talk (PTT) button. To receive calls, release the PTT button. Transmitting 50% of the time, or
less, is important because this radio generates measurable RF energy exposure only when
transmitting (in terms of measuring for standards compliance).
• Hold the radio in a vertical position in front of the face with the microphone (and
other parts of the radio including the antenna) at least one inch (2.5 centimeters)
away from the nose or lips.
• Antenna should be kept away from the eye. Keeping the radio at a proper distance
is important since RF exposures decrease with increasing distance from the
antenna.
• When worn on the body, always place the radio in a Motorola-approved clip, holder, holster,
case, or body harness for this product. Using approved body-worn accessories is important
because the use of non-Motorola-approved accessories may result in exposure levels, which
exceed the FCC occupational/controlled environment RF exposure limits.
• If you are not using a body-worn accessory and are not using the radio in the intended use posi tion in front of the face, ensure the antenna and the radio are kept at least one inch (2.5 centime ters) from the body when transmitting. Keeping the radio at a proper distance is important
because RF exposures decrease with increasing distance from the antenna.
Approved Accessories
• Use only Motorola-approved supplied or replacement antennas, batteries, and accessories. Use
of Non-Motorola approved antennas, batteries, and accessories may exceed the FCC (IEEE)
and ICNIRP RF exposure guidelines.
• For a list of Motorola-approved accessories, visit the following website, which lists approved
accessories for your radio model: http://www.motorola.com/governmentandenterprise.
Additional Information
For additional information on exposure requirements or other training information, visit
http://www.motorola.com/rfhealth.
Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
NOTE: Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to electromagnetic interference (EMI) if
inadequately shielded, designed, or otherwise configured for electromagnetic compatibility.
Facilities
To avoid electromagnetic interference and/or compatibility conflicts, turn off your radio in any facility
where posted notices instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using
equipment that is sensitive to external RF energy.
Aircraft
When instructed to do so, turn off your radio when on board an aircraft. Any use of a radio must be in
accordance with applicable regulations per airline crew instructions.
Medical Devices
Pacemakers
The Advanced Medical Technology Association (AdvaMed) recommends that a minimum separation
of 6 inches (15 centimeters) be maintained between a handheld wireless radio and a pacemaker.
These recommendations are consistent with those of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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Persons with pacemakers should:
• ALWAYS keep the radio more than 6 inches (15 centimeters) from their pacemaker when the
radio is turned ON.
• Not carry the radio in the breast pocket.
• Use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimize the potential for interference.
• Turn the radio OFF immediately if there is any reason to suspect that interference is taking place.
Hearing Aids
Some digital wireless radios may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, you
may want to consult your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives.
Other Medical Devices
If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine
if it is adequately shielded from RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this
information.
Use of communication devices while driving
Always check the laws and regulations on the use of radios in the areas where you drive.
• Give full attention to driving and to the road.
• Use hands-free operation, if available.
• Pull off the road and park before making or answering a call, if driving conditions or regulations
so require.
Operational Warnings
For vehicle with air bags
Refer to vehicle manufacturer's manual prior to installation of electronic equipment to avoid
interference with air bag wiring.
Do not place a portable radio in the area over an air bag or in the air bag deployment area. Air
bags inflate with great force. If a portable radio is placed in the air bag deployment area and the
air bag inflates, the radio may be propelled with great force and cause serious injury to occupants
of the vehicle.
Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
(Explosive atmospheres refers to hazard classified locations that may contain hazardous gas,
vapors, or dusts.)
Turn off your radio prior to entering any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere unless it is
a portable radio type especially qualified for use in such areas as Intrinsically Safe (for example,
Factory Mutual, CSA, UL, or CENELEC).
Do not remove, install, or charge batteries in such areas. Sparks in a potentially explosive
atmosphere can cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.
The areas with potentially explosive atmospheres referred to above include fueling areas such
as below decks on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, and areas where the
air contains chemicals or particles such as grain, dust or metal powders. Areas with potentially
explosive atmospheres are often, but not always, posted.
Blasting Caps And Blasting Areas
To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn off your radio when you are
near electrical blasting caps, in a blasting area, or in areas posted: "Turn off two-way radio."
Obey all signs and instructions.
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Operational Cautions
Antennas
Do not use any portable radio that has a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into contact with
your skin, a minor burn can result.
Batteries
All batteries can cause property damage and/or bodily injury, such as burns, if a conductive material
such as jewelry, keys, or beaded chains touches exposed terminals. The conductive material may
complete an electrical circuit (short circuit) and become quite hot. Exercise care in handling any
charged battery, particularly when placing it inside a pocket, purse, or other container with metal
objects.
Intrinsically Safe Radio Information
The Intrinsically safe approval unit refers to a product that has been approved as intrinsically safe by
an approval agency (for example FM Approvals, CSA, UL, or Cenelec) and certifies that a particular
product meets the Agency's applicable intrinsic safety standards for specific types of hazardous
classified locations. A portable radio that has been approved for intrinsic safety will have Approval
label attached to the radio to identify the unit as being Approved for specified hazardous
atmospheres. This label specifies the hazardous Class/Division/Group along with the part number of
the battery that must be used. The intrinsically safe approval label will be located on the portable
radio unit.
Operational Cautions for Intrinsic Safe Equipment
• Do not operate radio communications equipment in a hazardous atmosphere unless it is a type
especially qualified (for example, FM, UL, CSA, or CENELEC approved). An explosion or fire may
result.
• Do not operate a radio unit that has been approved as intrinsically safe product in a hazardous
atmosphere if it has been physically damaged (for example, cracked housing). An explosion or fire may
result.
• Do not replace or charge batteries in a hazardous atmosphere. Contact sparking may occur while
installing or removing batteries and cause an explosion or fire.
Warnings for Radios Approved as Intrinsically Safe
Radios must ship from the Motorola manufacturing facility with the hazardous atmosphere capability and
the intrinsic safety approval labelling (FM, UL, CSA, CENELEC). Radios will not be upgraded to this
capability and labeled once they have been shipped to the field.
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A modification changes the unit's hardware from its original design configuration. Modifications can
only be made by the original product manufacturer.
• Do not replace or change accessories in a hazardous atmosphere. Contact sparking may
occur while installing or removing accessories and cause an explosion or fire.
• Turn the radio off before removing or installing a battery or accessory.
• Do not disassemble an intrinsically safe product in any way that exposes the internal
circuits of the unit.
• Failure to use an intrinsically safe approved battery or Approved accessories specifically
approved for the radio unit may result in the dangerously unsafe condition of an
unapproved radio combination being used in a hazardous location.
• Unauthorized or incorrect modification of the intrinsically safe approved Product will
negate the approval rating of the product.
• Incorrect repair or relabeling of any intrinsically safe Agency approved radio could
adversely affect the Approval rating of the unit.
• Use of a radio that is not intrinsically safe in a hazardous atmosphere could result in
serious injury or death.
Repair
REPAIRS FOR MOTOROLA PRODUCTS WITH INTRINSICALLY SAFE APPROVAL ARE THE
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE USER.
• Repairs to a Motorola FM approved radio product should only be done at a location that
has been FM audited under the FM 3605 repairs and service standard.
• Contact Motorola for assistance regarding repairs and service of Motorola intrinsically
safe equipment.
A repair constitutes something done internally to the unit that would bring it back to its original
condition.
Items not considered as repairs are those in which an action is performed on a unit which does not
require the outer casing of the unit to be opened in a manner that exposes the internal electrical circuits
of the unit.
Do Not Substitute Options or Accessories
The Motorola communications equipment certified as intrinsically safe by the approving agency,
(FM, UL, CSA, CENELEC) is tested as a complete system which consists of the listed agency
Approved portable, Approved battery, and Approved accessories or options, or both. This Approved
portable and battery combination must be strictly observed. There must be no substitution of items,
even if the substitute has been previously Approved with a different Motorola communications
equipment unit. Approved configurations are listed by the Approving Agency (FM, UL, CSA,
CENELEC).
The intrinsically safe Approval label affixed to radio refers to the intrinsically safe classification of that
radio product, and the approved batteries that can be used with that system.
The manual PN referenced on the intrinsically safe approval label identifies the approved
Accessories and or options that can be used with that portable radio unit.
Using a non Motorola intrinsically safe battery and or accessory with the Motorola approved radio unit
will void the intrinsically safe approval of that radio unit.
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Table of Contents
Document History ... .............................................................................................. .i
Safety Information ... ........................................................................................... . iii
Section 1 INTRODUCTION
1.0 Scope of Manual ... .................................................................................................. .1-1
2.0 Warranty and Service Support... .............................................................................. .1-1
2.1 Warranty Period and Return Instructions ... ...................................................... ..1-1
2.2 After Warranty Period ... ................................................................................... ..1-2
2.3 Piece Parts ... ................................................................................................... ...1-2
2.4 Technical Support ... .......................................................................................... .1-2
2.5 Further Assistance From Motorola ... ............................................................... ...1-2
3.0 Radio Model Information... ....................................................................................... .1-3
4.0 Radio Features ... .................................................................................................. ..1-4
Glossary of Terms ... .................................................................................... .G-1
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Scope of Manual 1-1
Section 1
INTRODUCTION
1.0 Scope of Manual
This manual is intended for use by service technicians familiar with similar types of equipment. It
contains service information required for the equipment described and is current as of the printing
date. Changes which occur after the printing date may be incorporated by a complete Manual revision
or alternatively as additions.
NOTE Before operating or testing these units, please read the Safety Information Section in the
front of this manual.
2.0 Warranty and Service Support
Motorola offers long term support for its products. This support includes full exchange and/or repair of
the product during the warranty period, and service/ repair or spare parts support out of warranty. Any
"return for exchange" or "return for repair" by an authorized Motorola Dealer must be
accompanied by a Warranty Claim Form. Warranty Claim Forms are obtained by contacting an
Authorized Motorola Dealer.
2.1 Warranty Period and Return Instructions
The terms and conditions of warranty are defined fully in the Motorola Dealer or Distributor or
Reseller contract. These conditions may change from time to time and the following notes are for
guidance purposes only.
In instances where the product is covered under a "return for replacement" or "return for repair"
warranty, a check of the product should be performed prior to shipping the unit back to Motorola.
This is to ensure that the product has been correctly programmed or has not been subjected to
damage outside the terms of the warranty.
NOTE
For service technicians in the Latin America Countries Region
For any warranty claims in the Latin America Countries region, please open a case using
the "Contact Us" feature within Motorola Online at https://businessonline.motorola.com/ .
Prior to shipping any radio back to the appropriate Motorola warranty depot, please contact
Customer Resources (Please see page 1-2). All returns must be accompanied by a Warranty Claim
Form, available from your Customer Services representative. Products should be shipped back in the
original packaging, or correctly packaged to ensure no damage occurs in transit.
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2.2 After Warranty Period
NOTE
For service technicians in the Latin America Countries Region
After Warranty Period claims in the Latin America Countries region are handled through the
Motorola Authorized Service Provider (SAM) Network. To find the nearest SAM, please go
to Motorola Resource Center in Motorola Online at https://businessonline.motorola.com/ .
After the Warranty period, Motorola continues to support its products in two ways.
1. Motorola's Managed Technical Services (MTS) offers a repair service to both end users and
dealers at competitive prices.
2. MTS supplies individual parts and modules that can be purchased by dealers who are technically capable of performing fault analysis and repair.
2.3 Piece Parts
NOTE
For service technicians in the Latin America Countries Region
All part orders should be directed to your local Parts Distributors.
Some replacement parts, spare parts, and/or product information can be ordered directly. If a
complete Motorola part number is assigned to the part, it is available from Motorola‟s Managed
Technical Services (MTS). If no part number is assigned, the part is not normally available from
Motorola. If the part number is appended with an asterisk, the part is serviceable by Motorola Depot only.
If a parts list is not included, this generally means that no user-serviceable parts are available for that kit
or assembly.
All orders for parts/information should include the complete Motorola identification number. All part
orders should be directed to your local MTS office. Please refer to your latest price pages.
2.4 Technical Support
NOTE
For service technicians in the Latin America Countries Region
For Technical Support in the Latin America Countries Region, please open a case using the
"Contact Us" feature within Motorola Online at https://businessonline.motorola.com/ .
Technical support is available to assist the dealer/distributor in resolving any malfunction which may
be encountered. Initial contact should be by telephone wherever possible. When contacting
Motorola Technical Support, be prepared to provide the product model number and the unit‟s serial
number.
2.5 Further Assistance From Motorola
You can also contact the Customer Help Desk through the following web address:
http://www.motorola.com/governmentandenterprise/contactus
NOTE Only Motorola Service Centers or Approved Motorola Service Dealers can perform these
functions. Any tampering by non-authorized Motorola Service Centers voids the warranty of
your radio. To find out more about Motorola and its approved Service Centers, please visit
http://www.motorola.com/governmentandenterprise/public/functions/home/home.aspx
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Radio Model Information 1-3
3.0 Radio Model Information
The model number and serial number are located on a label attached to the back of your radio. You can
determine the RF output power, frequency band, protocols, and physical packages. The
example below shows one portable radio model number and its specific characteristics.
Table 1-1 Radio Model Number (Example: LAH84JDC8AA4)
Type
of
Unit
LA H
Model
84 J
(136-150 MHz)
ower Physical Channel
Level Packages Spacing
D C 8
5W 16-Channel 12.5/25K
Black
Feature
Protocol
Level
AA 4
Conventional A8
K
(150-174 MHz)
Q
(403-425 MHz)
R
(450-470 MHz)
T
(490-512 MHz)
H = Portable
LA = Latin America Regional Prefix
C
4W
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Radio Features
4.0 Radio Features
The following are features your radio has.
Normal Operation
• Rx/Tx
• Radio-CPS-Radio Cloning
• Radio-to-Radio Cloning
• Factory Reset
• Low Battery Indication
• Self Test
Programming Button
• Hi/Lo Power
• Volume Set
• Monitor
• Sticky Monitor
• Scan Activate
• Nuisance Channel Delete
• Repeater/Talkaround
• PL/DPL
• Button Lock
• Battery Save Mode
• Squelch
• Unassigned
CPS
• Rx Frequency
• Tx Frequency
• RX TPL/DPL/IDPL
• TX TPL/DPL/IDPL
• User Defined PL (TPL1, TPL2, TPL3)
• Squelch Type
• Unmute/Mute Rules
• Power Level (High/Low)
• TPL Reverse Burst
• Turn Off Code
• Rx Only
• Busy Channel Lock Out (BCLO)
• Channel Spacing (25KHz / 12.5KHz)
• Talkaround
• Time Out TImer
• Battery Save Mode
• Quick Key Override
• Password Protection
• Scan List
• Normal Scan
• Priority Scan
• Talkback Scan
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Section 2
MAINTENANCE
1.0 Introduction
This chapter provides details about the following:
• Preventive Maintenance
• Safe Handling of CMOS and LDMOS Devices
• General Repair Procedures and Techniques
• Disassembling and Reassembling the Radio
2.0 Preventive Maintenance
Periodic visual inspection and cleaning is recommended.
2.1 Inspection
Check that the external surfaces of the radio are clean, and that all external controls and switches are
functional. It is not recommended to inspect the interior electronic circuitry.
2.2 Cleaning Procedures
The following procedures describe the recommended cleaning agents and the methods to be used
when cleaning the external and internal surfaces of the radio. External surfaces include the front cover,
housing assembly and battery case. These surfaces should be cleaned whenever a periodic visual
inspection reveals the presence of smudges, grease, and/or grime.
NOTE Internal surfaces should be cleaned only when the radio is disassembled for service or
repair.
The only recommended agent for cleaning the external radio surfaces is a 0.5% solution of a mild
dishwashing detergent in water. The only factory recommended liquid for cleaning the printed circuit
boards and their components is isopropyl alcohol (70% by volume).
CAUTION: The effects of certain chemicals and their vapors can have harmful results on certain plastics. Avoid
using aerosol sprays, tuner cleaners, and other chemicals.
Cleaning External Plastic Surfaces
Apply the 0.5% detergent-water solution sparingly with a stiff, non-metallic, short-bristled brush to
work all loose dirt away from the radio. Use a soft, absorbent, lintless cloth or tissue to remove the
solution and dry the radio. Make sure that no water remains entrapped near the connectors, cracks,
or crevices.
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Cleaning Internal Circuit Boards and Components
Isopropyl alcohol (70%) may be applied with a stiff, non-metallic, short-bristled brush to dislodge
embedded or caked materials located in hard-to-reach areas. The brush stroke should direct the
dislodged material out and away from the inside of the radio. Make sure that controls or tunable
components are not soaked with alcohol. Do not use high-pressure air to hasten the drying process
since this could cause the liquid to collect in unwanted places. After completing of the cleaning
process, use a soft, absorbent, lintless cloth to dry the area. Do not brush or apply any isopropyl alcohol
to the frame, front cover, or back cover.
NOTE Always use a fresh supply of alcohol and a clean container to prevent contamination by
dissolved material (from previous usage).
3.0 Safe Handling of CMOS and LDMOS Devices
Complementary metal-oxide semiconductor (CMOS) devices are used in this family of radios, and are
susceptible to damage by electrostatic or high voltage charges. Damage can be latent, resulting in
failures occurring weeks or months later. Therefore, special precautions must be taken to prevent device
damage during disassembly, troubleshooting, and repair.
Handling precautions are mandatory for CMOS circuits and are especially important in low humidity
conditions. DO NOT attempt to disassemble the radio without first referring to the following
CAUTION statement.
CAUTION: This radio contains static-sensitive devices. Do not open the radio unless you are properly
grounded. Take the following precautions when working on this unit:
•Store and transport all CMOS devices in conductive material so that all exposed leads are
shorted together. Do not insert CMOS devices into conventional plastic “snow” trays used for
storage and transportation of other semiconductor devices.
•Ground the working surface of the service bench to protect the CMOS device. We
recommend using the Motorola Static Protection Assembly (part number 0180386A82), which
includes a wrist strap, two ground cords, a table mat, and a floor mat.
•Wear a conductive wrist strap in series with a 100k resistor to ground. (Replacement wrist
straps that connect to the bench top covering are Motorola part number RSX-4015.)
• Do not wear nylon clothing while handling CMOS devices.
• Do not insert or remove CMOS devices with power applied. Check all power supplies used for
testing CMOS devices to be certain that there are no voltage transients present.
• When straightening CMOS pins, provide ground straps for the apparatus used.
• When soldering, use a grounded soldering iron.
• If at all possible, handle CMOS devices by the package and not by the leads. Prior to touching
the unit, touch an electrical ground to remove any static charge that you may have
accumulated. The package and substrate may be electrically common. If so, the reaction of a
discharge to the case would cause the same damage as touching the leads.
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4.0 Repair Procedures and Techniques — General
Parts Replacement and Substitution
When damaged parts are replaced, identical parts should be used. If the identical replacement part
is not locally available, check the parts list for the proper Motorola part number and order the part
from the nearest Motorola Communications parts center listed in the Piece Parts section of this
manual.
Rigid Circuit Boards
This family of radios uses bonded, multi-layer, printed circuit boards. Since the inner layers are not
accessible, some special considerations are required when soldering and unsoldering components. The
printed-through holes may interconnect multiple layers of the printed circuit. Therefore, exercise care to
avoid pulling the plated circuit out of the hole.
When soldering near the 20-pin and 40-pin connectors:
• Avoid accidentally getting solder in the connector.
• Be careful not to form solder bridges between the connector pins.
• Examine your work closely for shorts due to solder bridges.
Flexible Circuits
The flexible circuits are made from a different material than the rigid boards, and require different
soldering techniques. Excessive prolonged heat on a flexible circuit can damage the material.
Therefore, avoid excessive heat and excessive bending.
For parts replacement, use the ST-1087 Temperature-Controlled Solder Station with a 600-700
degree F tip, and use small diameter solder such as ST-633. The smaller size solder will melt faster and
require less heat to be applied to the circuit.
To replace a component on a flexible circuit:
1. Grasp with seizers (hemostats) the edge of the flexible circuit near the part to be removed.
2. Pull gently.
3. Apply the tip of the soldering iron to the component connections while pulling with the seizers.
NOTE Do not attempt to puddle-out components. Prolonged application of heat may damage the
flexible circuit.
Chip Components
Use either the RLN-4062 Hot-Air Repair Station or the Motorola 0180381B45 Repair Station for chip
component replacement. When using the 0180381B45 Repair Station, select the TJ-65 minithermojet hand piece. On either unit, adjust the temperature control to 700 degrees F. (370 degrees
C), and adjust the airflow to a minimum setting. Airflow can vary due to component density.
• To remove a chip component, select a hot-air hand piece and position the nozzle of the hand
piece approximately 1/8” above the component to be removed. Begin applying the hot air.
Once the solder reflows, remove the component using a pair of tweezers. Using solder wick
and a soldering iron or a power desoldering station, remove the excess solder from the pads.
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• To replace a chip component using a soldering iron, select the appropriate micro-tipped
soldering iron and apply fresh solder to one of the solder pads. Using a pair of tweezers,
position the new chip component in place while heating the fresh solder. Once solder wicks onto
the new component, remove the heat from the solder. Heat the remaining pad with the soldering
iron and apply solder until it wicks to the component. If necessary, touch up the first side. All solder
joints should be smooth and shiny.
• To replace a chip component using hot air, select the hot-air hand piece and reflow the solder
on the solder pads to smooth it. Apply a drop of solder paste flux to each pad. using a pair of
tweezers, position the new component in place. Position the hot-air hand piece approximately 1/8”
above the component and begin applying heat. Once the solder wicks to the component, remove
the heat and inspect the repair. All joints should be smooth and shiny.
5.0 Disassembling and Reassembling the Radio — General
For disassembly or reassembly of the radio, it is important to pay particular attention to all the snaps
and tabs, and how parts align with each other.
The following tools are required for disassembling the radio:
• Phillips screwdriver
• Flat head screwdriver
• Chassis Opener
• Crab Eye Nut Opener
• Tweezers
If a unit requires more complete testing or service than is customarily performed at the basic level,
send this unit to a Motorola Authorized Service Center.
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2a
Radio Disassembly — Detailed 2-5
6.0 Radio Disassembly — Detailed
6.1 Front Cover from Chassis Disassembly
1. Turn off the radio.
2. Unlatch the battery latch at the bottom of the radio (see “Figure 2-1”). Remove the battery by
gently lifting the hilt of the battery, nearest to the battery latch, away from the housing.
3
2b
2a
Figure 2-1
3. Slide the battery downwards to remove the battery.
4. Remove the antenna by unscrewing it (see “Figure 2-2”).
5. Pull the On/Off Volume and Channel knobs out of their shafts using the Chassis Opener (see
“Figure 2-2”).
4
5
6
Figure 2-2
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2-6 Radio Disassembly — Detailed
6. Insert the Chassis Opener at the bottom of the radio, between the chassis and housing (see
“Figure 2-2”). Lift the chassis gently. Be careful not to damage the housing or the O-ring
underneath.
7. Lift rear chassis away from the front cover. Be careful not to damage the speaker wire underneath.
Speaker Wire
Figure 2-3
8. Slide the rear chassis downwards, and away from the front cover.
9. Remove the speaker connector, which connects between the PC Board and the internal
speaker on front cover (see “Figure 2-4”).
Speaker
Connector
Figure 2-4
NOTE Proceed to perform steps 10, 11, and 12 only if there is a need to replace the latch.
10. Remove the latch pad from right slot space.
11. With the battery latch on the housing, push the shaft in the housing slot to the right (see “Fig-
ure 2-5”).
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Radio Disassembly — Detailed 2-7
12. Slide the battery latch shaft out from the latch.
Figure 2-5
NOTE Proceed to perform steps 13, 14, and 15 only if there is a need to replace the speaker,
speaker bracket or speaker felt.
13. Unscrew the speaker bracket from the housing (see “Figure 2-6”).
14. Remove the speaker from on top of the speaker felt with a flat head screwdriver.
15. Remove the speaker felt from the grille area.
Figure 2-6
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2-8 Radio Reassembly — Detailed
6.2 PC Board Disassembly
1. Remove the audio jack seal.
2. Remove the 10 screws which hold the PC board to the diecast.
3. Next, remove the 2 nuts on the On/Off Volume and Channel knobs shafts with the Crab Eye
Nut Opener.
4. The PC board can now be removed from the rear diecast.
5. The completely disassembly PC board is shown in “Figure 2-7”.
Radio Chasis
POGO Pin Seal
Thermal Pad
Crab-eye Knob Nut
Shield
PTT Insulation Tape
Antenna Bracket
Audio Bracket
PCB
Microphone Boot
POGO Pin Housing
Audio Jack Seal
Figure 2-7 Completely Disassembled PC Board
O-ring
Thermal Paste
PCB-Chassis Tape
Tanapa Label
Stickers for
Tuning Holes
7.0 Radio Reassembly — Detailed
7.1 PC Board Reassembly
1. Place the PC board on the rear diecast.
2. Tighten the screws and the nuts on the two knobs.
3. Replace the audio jack seal.
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Radio Reassembly — Detailed 2-9
7.2 Chassis and Front Cover Reassembly
NOTE Proceed to perform steps 1, 2, 3 and 4 only if there is a need to replace the speaker,
speaker bracket or speaker felt.
1. Place the speaker felt onto the grille area (see “Figure 2-8”) .
2. Place the speaker on top of the felt.
Figure 2-8
3. Stick the speaker poron pad onto the back of speaker magnet.
4. Place the speaker bracket and screw the bracket to the housing.
NOTE Proceed to perform steps 5, 6, 7 and 8 only if there is a need to replace the latch.
5. Slot the battery latch shaft into the latch (see “Figure 2-9”).
Figure 2-9
6. Place the latch onto the housing, with the shaft protruding on the right side of the latch (see
“Figure 2-10”).
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2-10 Radio Reassembly — Detailed
Figure 2-10
7. With the battery latch placed on the housing, push the shaft in the housing slot to the left (see
“Figure 2-11”).
Figure 2-11
8. Place the small latch pad onto the right slot space (see “Figure 2-11”).
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Radio Reassembly — Detailed 2-11
9. Connect the internal speaker connector to the PC board (“see “Figure 2-12”).
Speaker
Connector
Figure 2-12
10. Place the diecast into the front housing (see “Figure 2-13”).
Figure 2-13
11. Snap the front housing cover firmly into place on the rear diecast .
12. Attach the battery.
13. Attach the On/Off Volume Knob, Channel Knob and Antenna.
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2-12
8.0 Mechanical View and Parts List
8.1 Exploded View and Parts List
13 15 10 42
11 41
14 16
22
23
7 21
5
6
2
3
4
9
8
12
24 40
26
1
18
17
43
39
35 53
25
48
19 20 30 52 45
29 50
37
38 31
46 51
47 36
44
27
Mechanical View and Parts List
49
34
33
32
28
Reference
No
1
2
3
4
5
Figure 2-14 Exploded View
Table 2-1 Parts List
Part No Part Name Qty
PMDN4001_R Front Housing 1
Lightpipe 1
PMDN4002_R Mag One™ By Motorola Nameplate 1
PMDN4004_R A8 Nameplate 1
PMDN4009_R PTT Escutcheon 1
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Mechanical View and Parts List
Reference
No
6 PMDN4007_R PTT Rubber 1
7 PMDN4010_R PTT Bezel 1
8 PMDN4011_R Speaker & Cable (non-EPP) 1
*boards must be used with PMDN4011_R and PMDN4024_R.
†
boards must be used with PMDN4067_R and PMDN4068_R.
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2-16 Service Aids
9.0 Service Aids
Table 2-2 lists service aids recommended for working on the Mag One™ by Motorola Radios. While all of
these items are available from Motorola, most are standard shop equipment items, and any equivalent
item capable of the same performance may be substituted for the item listed.
Table 2-2 Service Aids
Motorola Part
No.
PMDN4038_R
Description
Chassis Opener
To disassemble the radio
Application
PMDN4039_R
PMDN4040_R
PMDN4041_R
PMDN4043_R
PMDN4060_R
PMDN4042_R
PMDN4054_R
PMDN4044_R
PMDN4026_R
PMDN4053_R
Crab Eye Nut Opener
Test Box
RF Adapter
Programming/Test
Cable
Cloning Cable
Battery Eliminator
Antenna Ground Plate
T-Head Ceramic
Tuning Tool
Flat Ceramic Tuning
Tool (1.8mm)
Flat Ceramic Tuning
Tool (0.9mm)
Phillips Head
Screwdriver
Flat Head Screwdriver
Tweezers
To fasten or remove crab-eye nut.
Enables connection to the audio/accessory jack.
Adapts radio antenna port to BNC cabling of test
equipment.
Connects radio to Computer.
Allowsa radio to be duplicated from a master radio by
transferring programmed data from the master radio to
the other.
Interconnects radio to power supply (red-and-black
power cable included).
To improve grounding while conducting tuning and
measurement.
To tune the variable resistor for audio and sub-audio
modulation adjustment; tuning points accessible via
battery-chassis area.
To tune the variable resistor for audio and sub-audio
modulation adjustment; requires disassembly of PCB
from chassis to get access to tuning point.
To remove M2 and M2.6 Phillips screws.
To remove speaker from speaker felt.
To remove smaller components i.e. latch pad and
speaker connector.
TT907A National
Service Technical
Guide
Repairing Leadless
Component
Assemblies
Guide on how to successfully remove and replace
surface mount devices.
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Test Equipment 2-17
10.0 Test Equipment
Table 2-3 lists test equipment required to service the Mag One™ by Motorola Radios and other twoway
radios.
Table 2-3 Recommended Test Equipment
Motorola
Part No.
Description Characteristics
Application
R2600
R1038
S1339A/220
Communication
Analyzer
Handheld Multimeter
RF Millivolt Meter 100mv to 3VRF
220V 100kHz to 1.2GHz
11.0 Programming Cable (PMDN4043_R)
Frequency/deviation meter and signal
generator for wide-range troubleshooting
and alignment
AC/DC Voltage and current measurements
RF Level Measurements
Figure 2-15 Programming Cable Schematic
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2-18
12.0 Cloning Cable (PMDN4060_R
2 .
5 p
i e
Figure 2-16 Cloning Cable Schematic
13.0 Test Box (PMDN4040_R)
AUDIO 1
AUDIO 1
T X AU D
I O
8 o
1 0uF
hm
2 . 2
Kohm
1
M o
hm 1 0uF
1 M
ohm
)otes
S W
1
S W 2
SW 3
2 .
5 p
i e
2 4
ohm
3. 5pe
8 o
hm
or 2
4 o
hm
2 .5 p e
Figure 2-17 Test Box Schematic
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3-1
Section 3
RADIO TUNING
1.0 Introduction
This chapter provides an overview of the hardware tuning for this Mag One™ Series radio. There is no
software tuning required.
In order to perform the manual tuning procedures, the radio needs to be disassembled to the PC
Board.
Following are the parameters that can be tuned:-
1. Transmitter Tuning
a. High Power Tuning
b. Low Power Tuning
c. Frequency Tuning
d. Modulation Balancing
e. Maximum Modulation
f. Subtone Modulation
2. Receiver Tuning
a. Wide Band Sinad Tuning
b. Narrow Band Sinad Tuning
3. PLL Synthesizer Tuning
a. Rx PLL Frequency Tuning
b. Tx PLL Frequency Tuning
For a list of Service Aids required, refer to Table 2-2 on page 2-16Parts ListParts List
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3-2 Hardware Tuning Setup and Procedure
2.0 Hardware Tuning Setup and Procedure
2.1 Tuning Frequency
Table 3-1 Frequencies Used for Tuning.
Band Tuning Parameter Frequency (MHz)
PLL Synthesizer 149.975
Transmitter 136.025
VHF 136 - 150 MHz
VHF 150 - 174 MHz
UHF 403 - 425 MHz
Receiver 136.025
Modulation Balance 136.025 (N band)
Sub-Tone Modulation 149.975 (S band)
Maximum Modulation 149.975 (S band)
PLL Synthesizer 173.975
Transmitter 150.025
Receiver 150.025
Modulation Balance 150.025 (N band)
Sub-Tone Modulation 173.975 (S band)
Maximum Modulation 173.975 (S band)
2.2 Preparation Before Tuning (refer to Figure 3-1)
1. Set Power Supply to 7.5V and then connect to the radio.
2. Connect the connector and ground plate to the radio antenna port.
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Hardware Tuning Setup and Procedure 3-3
3. Connect the radio to the test equipment.
Ground Contact Finger
TEST BOX
BNC BNC
Tx Rx
N Type
TEST EQUIPMENT
BNC
Input
Lo
Hi
Antenna Port
Acc 8 ohm 24 ohm
Jack
Radio
BNC
Output
Figure 3-1 Radio Tuning Setup
NOTE On the Test Box, select 8 ohm resistance when using with PMUD2085A_, PMUE2384A_.
For all other kits, please select 24 ohm resistance.
NOTE
The radio may need to be disassembled to the PC board level to access certain tuning
ports. For disassembly, refer to "Radio Disassembly — Detailed" on page 2-5
2.3 Transmitter Tuning
2.3.1 High Power
1. Connect the radio to power meter.
2. Set the radio to the appropriate tuning frequency (refer to Table 3-1).
3. Key up the radio.
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3-4 Hardware Tuning Setup and Procedure
4. Using the ceramic tool, adjust R425 to tune high power (refer to Figure 3-2).
R425
R426
R216
FL701
R215
Figure 3-2 Tuning Ports
2.3.2 Low Power
1. Connect the radio to power meter.
2. Set the radio to the appropriate tuning frequency (refer to Table 3-1).
3. Key up the radio.
4. Using the ceramic tool, adjust R426 to tune low power (refer to Figure 3-2).
2.3.3 Frequency Tuning
1. Set the radio to the appropriate tuning frequency (refer to Table 3-1).
2. Using the ceramic tool, adjust FL701 to tune the frequency (refer to Figure 3-2).
2.3.4 Modulation Balancing
1. Set the radio to the appropriate tuning frequency (refer to Table 3-1).
2. On the test equipment, set the following configurations:
Audio bandwidth: 0.25Hz to 15,000Hz.
De-emphasis: Off
FM: Peak negative
3. Using the Audio Analyzer, inject a 0.3kHz tone to the radio through the test box.
4. Key up the radio.
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Hardware Tuning Setup and Procedure 3-5
R159
TP1
R174
R172
Figure 3-3 Top Side of PCB
5. Using the ceramic tool, adjust R174 (refer to Figure 3-3) to modulation balance as per Figure
3-4.
Figure 3-4
Improperly tuned modulation balance can cause errors in Tx sub-tone modulation.
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3-6 Hardware Tuning Setup and Procedure
2.3.5 Maximum Modulation
1. Set the radio to the appropriate tuning frequency (refer to Table 3-1).
2. On the test equipment, set the following configurations:
Audio bandwidth: 0.25Hz to 15,000Hz
De-emphasis: Off
FM: Peak negative
3. Using the Audio Analyzer, input a 1kHz tone + 67Hz subtone, 120mV to the radio through the
test box.
4. Key up the radio.
5. Using the ceramic tool, adjust R159 to tune maximum modulation between 2.4 ± 0.02KHz for
narrow band or under 5KHz for wide band (refer to Figure 3-3).
2.3.6 Subtone Modulation
1. Set the radio to the appropriate tuning frequency (refer to table3-1).
2. On the test equipment set the following configuration
Audio bandwidth: 0.25Hz to 15,000Hz
De-emphasis: Off
FM: Peak negative
3. Program radio subtone to 67Hz (CTCSS).
4. Key up the radio.
Table 3-2 Subtone Modulation Configurations
Band U1, U2 V1, V2
Subtone Level 0.42 ± 0.02kHz 0.96 ± 0.02kHz
5. Using the ceramic tool, adjust R172 to tune subtone modulation to the configurations in Table
3-2.
2.4 Receiver Tuning
2.4.1 Wide Band Sinad Tuning
1. Set the radio to the appropriate tuning frequency (refer to Table 3-1).
2. Set RF Signal Generator level to -47dBm at 1 kHz tone, 60% of the deviation.
3. Find the SINAD level 7 of the radio to decrease RF Signal Generator level.
4. Using the ceramic tool, adjust R215 clockwise to off the audio output.
5. Then adjust R215 counterclockwise at the point where the Audio Frequency signal appears
(refer to Figure 3-2).
2.4.2 Narrow Band Sinad Tuning
1. Set the radio to the appropriate tuning frequency (refer to Table 3-1).
2. Set RF Signal Generator level to -47dBm at 1 kHz tone, 60% of the deviation.
3. Find the SINAD level 7 of the radio to decrease RF Signal Generator level.
4. Using the ceramic tool, adjust R216 clockwise to off the audio output (refer to Figure 3-2).
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Hardware Tuning Setup and Procedure 3-7
5. Then adjust R216 counterclockwise at the point where the Audio Frequency signal appears.
2.4.3 PLL Synthesizer Tuning
Rx PLL Frequency Tuning
1. Set the radio to the appropriate tuning frequency (refer Table 3-1).
2. Detect output voltage at test point TP1 (refer to Figure 3-3).
3. Using the ceramic tool, adjust C710 to tune the voltage to 5.0V +/-0.1V(refer to Figure 3-5).
R425
R426
C722
C710
FL701
Figure 3-5 Bottom Side of PCB
R216
R215
Tx PLL Frequency Tuning
1. Set the radio to the appropriate tuning frequency (refer Table 3-1).
2. Detect output voltage at test point TP1.
3. Using the ceramic tool, adjust C722 to tune the voltage below 5.0V +/-0.1V (refer to
Figure 3-5).
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3-8
Notes
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Introduction 4-1
Section 4
RADIO PROGRAMMING
1.0 Introduction
The radios can be programmed using the Customer Programming Software (CPS).
2.0 Programming Your Radio
2.1 Overview of the Programming Process
To prepare properly programmed radios for your customers, you should
1. program your radio with all the necessary parameters, as required by your customers, and
then
2. clone these parameters over to all your customer‟s radios.
2.2 Cloning Radio Parameters to User Radios
Cloning duplicates the contents of Radio 1 (master radio) into Radio 2 (slave radio).
2.3 Parameters which are cloned
• Radio Configuration parameters
• Conventional Personality parameters
2.4 Parameters which are not cloned
• Unit Serial Number.
• Model Number
2.5 To Clone a Radio
Cloning duplicates the contents of your radio (master radio) into your customer‟s radio (slave radio).
Tuning and alignment information are not affected by cloning.
2.5.1 Setting Up the Master Radio
1. Turn off the radio.
2. Press and hold Programmable Button 1 (the top programmable button) and turn on the radio.
Keep pressing the Programmable Button 1 until beep is heard twice.
3. Release Programmable Button 1. Notice that the LED changes to RED.
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4-2 CPS Programming
2.5.2 Setting Up the Slave Radio
1. Turn off the radio.
2. Press and hold Programmable Button 1(the top programmable button) and turn on the radio.
Keep pressing Programmable Button 1 until the beep is heard three times.
3. Release Programmable Button 1. Notice that the LED changes to GREEN.
2.5.3 Radio to Radio Cloning Procedures
1. Connect the cloning cable to both the Master and Slave radio.
2. Press and release Programmable Button 1 of the Slave radio.
3. Press and release Programmable Button 1 of the Master radio.
4. The LED for both radios show flashing orange during cloning.
5. Once cloning is completed, an „Out Chirp‟ alert tone can be heard from both radios.
6. Disconnect radios from the cloning cable. They are now ready for operation.
2.6 Error Conditions
An error may occur when cloning a radio. When this happens, the radio sounds a Faulty Condition
Alert tone and shows a Flashing Orange LED momentarily.
NOTE The LED will illuminate in RED and the radio will keep transmitting if the cloning cable is still
connected to the radio after cloning is completed. Please disconnect the cloning cable from
the radio
3.0 CPS Programming
The CPS is designed for use in the Windows 98/NT/2000/XP and above environment. An
Installation instruction manual is contained within each CPS kit.
PMMN4008_ Remote Speaker Microphone
PMLN4442_ Earbud with in-line microphone and PTT/VOX switch
PMLN4443_ Ear Receiver with in-line microphone and PTT/VOX switch
PMLN4445_ Ultra Lightweight Headset with in-line PTT/VOX switch
PMLN4294_ Earbud with microphone and PTT combined
PMLN4605_ Clear Acoustic Tube (replacement kit)
PMLN4606_ 2-Wire Surveillance kit with Clear Acoustic Tube
PMLN4658_ D-shell Earset with Boom Microphone with PTT/VOX switch
7.0 Publications
6815549H01 A8 User Guide (APAC English)
6815553H01 A8 User Guide (APAC Chinese)
6815692H01 Mag One™ by Motorola Series Radio Service Manual, English
6815693H01 Mag One™ by Motorola Series Radio Service Manual, Chinese
6816103H01 Mag One™ Warranty Card
6816309H01 Mag One™ CPS User Guide
6816189H01 Mag One™ Mid-Rate Charger User Guide (APAC)
NOTE For specific models and options configuration, please refer to the Price Pages available on
Motorola Online at https://businessonline.motorola.com/ .
1.0 VHF Band 1 Information (136-150 MHz)
A8 136-150 MHz VHF
Model Description
LAH84JDC8AA4AN
Option STDCHG0027AE
Option Q665AG
Option Q312BD
Option Q91AB
Option H951FF
Item
X X X X X X PMUD2088_AL A8 136-150 MHz 5W 12.5/25K - 16CH
X X X X X X PMAD4050_
X X X X X X PMNN4071_
X X X X X X PMLN4691_
X PMLN4685_
X 2515945H01
X PMLN4685_
X 2515943H01
X PMLN4685_
X PMLN4685_
X 2515942H01
X X X X X X PMLN4739_
X X X X X X
68P81095C98
A8 136-150 MHz, 5W, 12.5/25K-16CH
Standard Mid-Rate Charger 120V US Plug 60Hz
Mid-Rate Charger 230V EURO Plug 50Hz
Mid-Rate Charger Base Only - Argentina
Mid-Rate Charger 240V UK Plug 50Hz
Delete Standard Charger
Description
VHF 136-150MHZ Antenna
NiMH Battery
Belt Clip
Mag One Mid-Rate Charger Base
Mag One Mid-Rate Transformer 110V US 2-pin
Mag One Mid-Rate Charger Base
Mag One Mid-Rate Transformer 230V EU 2-pin
Mag One Mid-Rate Charger Base
Mag One Mid-Rate Charger Base
Mag One Mid-Rate Transformer 240V UK 3-pin A8 User
Guide ENG/SPAN/POR and Charger manual Safety
Leaflet - Portable 2-Way Radios
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6-2
2.0 Specifications
Transmitter
Specifications
General
VHF
Frequency:
Channel Capacity: 16
Power Supply: 7.5 Volts ±20%
Dimensions with 118mm x 56mm x 37mm
Standard High
Capacity NiMH
Battery:
Weight with 350g
Standard High
Capacity NiMH
Battery:
Sealing: Passes rain testing per
Shock and Meets MIL STD 810C, D
Vibration: E and F
Hum and Noise 40 dB
Audio Distortion < 5%
Conducted -57 dBm
Emission
Audio Output 500 mW
@ <5% Distortion
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
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VHF Band 2 Information (150 - 174 MHz) 6-3
3.0 VHF Band 2 Information (150 - 174 MHz)
A8 150-174 MHz VHF
Model Description
LAH84KDC8AA4AN A8 150-174 MHz, 5W, 12.5/25K-16CH
Option STDCHG0027AE Standard Mid-Rate Charger 120V US Plug 60Hz
Option Q665AG Mid-Rate Charger 230V EURO Plug 50Hz
Option Q312BD Mid-Rate Charger Base Only - Argentina
Option Q91AB Mid-Rate Charger 240V UK Plug 50Hz
Option H951FF Delete Standard Charger
Item Description
X X X X X X PMUD2085_AL A8 150-174 MHz 5W 12.5/25K - 16CH
X X X X X X PMAD4051_ VHF 150-174MHZ Antenna
X X X X X X PMNN4071_ NiMH Battery
X X X X X X PMLN4691_ Belt Clip
X PMLN4685_ Mag One Mid-Rate Charger Base
X 2515945H01 Mag One Mid-Rate Transformer 110V US 2-pin
X PMLN4685_ Mag One Mid-Rate Charger Base
X 2515943H01 Mag One Mid-Rate Transformer 230V EU 2-pin
X PMLN4685_ Mag One Mid-Rate Charger Base
X PMLN4685_ Mag One Mid-Rate Charger Base
X 2515942H01 Mag One Mid-Rate Transformer 240V UK 3-pin
X X X X X X PMLN4739_ A8 User Guide ENG/SPAN/POR and Charger manual
X X X X X X 68P81095C98 Safety Leaflet - Portable 2-Way Radios
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6-4
4.0 Specifications
Transmitter
Specifications
General
VHF
Frequency: 150-174 MHz
Channel Capacity: 16
Power Supply: 7.5 Volts ±20%
Dimensions with 118mm x 56mm x 37mm
Standard High
Capacity NiMH
Battery:
Weight with 350g
Standard High
Capacity NiMH
Battery:
Sealing: Passes rain testing per
IPX4 (EN60529=1991)
Shock and Meets MIL STD 810C, D
Vibration: E and F
Hum and Noise 40 dB
Audio Distortion < 5%
Conducted -57 dBm
Emission
Audio Output 500 mW
@ <5% Distortion
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
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UHF Band 1 Information (403-425MHz) 6-5
5.0 UHF Band 1 Information (403-425MHz)
A8 403-425 MHz UHF
Model Description
LAH84QCC8AA4AN A8 403-425 MHz, 4W, 12.5/25K-16CH
Option STDCHG0027AE Standard Mid-Rate Charger 120V US Plug 60Hz
Option Q665AG Mid-Rate Charger 230V EURO Plug 50Hz
Option Q312BD Mid-Rate Charger Base Only - Argentina
Option Q91AB Mid-Rate Charger 240V UK Plug 50Hz
Option H951FF Delete Standard Charger
Item Description
X X X X X X PMUE2387_AL A8 403-425 MHz 4W 12.5/25K - 16CH
X X X X X X PMAE4019_ UHF 403-425MHZ Antenna
X X X X X X PMNN4071_ NiMH Battery
X X X X X X PMLN4691_ Belt Clip
X PMLN4685_ Mag One Mid-Rate Charger Base
X 2515945H01 Mag One Mid-Rate Transformer 110V US 2-pin
X PMLN4685_ Mag One Mid-Rate Charger Base
X 2515943H01 Mag One Mid-Rate Transformer 230V EU 2-pin
X PMLN4685_ Mag One Mid-Rate Charger Base
X PMLN4685_ Mag One Mid-Rate Charger Base
X 2515942H01 Mag One Mid-Rate Transformer 240V UK 3-pin
X X X X X X PMLN4739_ A8 User Guide ENG/SPAN/POR and Charger manual
X X X X X X 68P81095C98 Safety Leaflet - Portable 2-Way Radios
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6-6
6.0 Specifications
Transmitter
Specifications
General
UHF
Frequency: 403-425MHz
Channel Capacity: 16
Power Supply: 7.5 Volts ±20%
Dimensions with 107mm x 58mm x 37mm
Standard High
Capacity NiMH
Battery:
Weight: with 350g
Standard High
Capacity NiMH
Battery:
Sealing: Passes rain testing per
IPX4 (EN60529=1991)
Shock and Meets MIL STD 810C, D
Vibration: E and F
Hum and Noise 40 dB
Audio Distortion < 5%
Conducted -57 dBm
Emission
Audio Output 500mW
@ <5% Distortion
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
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UHF Band 2 Information (450 - 470MHz) 6-7
7.0 UHF Band 2 Information (450 - 470MHz)
A8 450-470 MHz UHF
Model Description
LAH84RCC8AA4AN A8 450-470 MHz, 4W, 12.5/25K-16CH
Option STDCHG0027AE Standard Mid-Rate Charger 120V US Plug 60Hz
Option Q665AG Mid-Rate Charger 230V EURO Plug 50Hz
Option Q312BD Mid-Rate Charger Base Only - Argentina
Option Q91AB Mid-Rate Charger 240V UK Plug 50Hz
Option H951FF Delete Standard Charger
Item Description
X X X X X X PMUE2384AAL A8 450-470 MHz 4W 12.5/25K - 16CH
X X X X X X PMAE4020A UHF 450-470MHZ Antenna
X X X X X X PMNN4071A NiMH Battery
X X X X X X PMLN4691A Belt Clip
X PMLN4685A Mag One Mid-Rate Charger Base
X 2515945H01 Mag One Mid-Rate Transformer 110V US 2-pin
X PMLN4685A Mag One Mid-Rate Charger Base
X 2515943H01 Mag One Mid-Rate Transformer 230V EU 2-pin
X PMLN4685A Mag One Mid-Rate Charger Base
X PMLN4685A Mag One Mid-Rate Charger Base
X 2515942H01 Mag One Mid-Rate Transformer 240V UK 3-pin
X X X X X X PMLN4739_ A8 User Guide ENG/SPAN/POR and Charger manual
X X X X X X 68P81095C98 Safety Leaflet - Portable 2-Way Radios
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6-8
8.0 Specifications
Transmitter
Specifications
General
UHF
Frequency: 450-470 MHz
Channel Capacity: 16
Power Supply: 7.5 Volts ±20%
Dimensions with 107mm x 58mm x 37mm
Standard High
Capacity NiMH
Battery:
Weight: with 350g
Standard High
Capacity NiMH
Battery:
Sealing: Passes rain testing per
IPX4 (EN60529=1991)
Shock and Meets MIL STD 810C, D
Vibration: E and F
Hum and Noise 40 dB
Audio Distortion < 5%
Conducted -57 dBm
Emission
Audio Output 500mW
@ <5% Distortion
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
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UHF Band 4 Information (490 - 512 MHz) 6-9
9.0 UHF Band 4 Information (490 - 512 MHz)
A8 490-512 MHz UHF
Model Description
LAH84TCC8AA4AN A8 490-512 MHz, 4W, 12.5/25K-16CH
Option STDCHG0027AE Standard Mid-Rate Charger 120V US Plug 60Hz
Option Q665AG Mid-Rate Charger 230V EURO Plug 50Hz
Option Q312BD Mid-Rate Charger Base Only - Argentina
Option Q91AB Mid-Rate Charger 240V UK Plug 50Hz
Option H951FF Delete Standard Charger
Item Description
X X X X X X PMUE2771AAL A8 490-512 MHz 4W 12.5/25K - 16CH
X X X X X X PMAE4028A UHF 490-512MHZ Antenna
X X X X X X PMNN4071A NiMH Battery
X X X X X X PMLN4691A Belt Clip
X PMLN4685A Mag One Mid-Rate Charger Base
X 2515945H01 Mag One Mid-Rate Transformer 110V US 2-pin
X PMLN4685A Mag One Mid-Rate Charger Base
X 2515943H01 Mag One Mid-Rate Transformer 230V EU 2-pin
X PMLN4685A Mag One Mid-Rate Charger Base
X PMLN4685A Mag One Mid-Rate Charger Base
X 2515942H01 Mag One Mid-Rate Transformer 240V UK 3-pin
X X X X X X PMLN4739_ A8 User Guide ENG/SPAN/POR and Charger manual
X X X X X X 68P81095C98 Safety Leaflet - Portable 2-Way Radios
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6-10
10.0 Specifications
Transmitter
Specifications
General
UHF
Frequency: 490-512 MHz
Channel Capacity: 16
Power Supply: 7.5 Volts ±20%
Dimensions with 107mm x 58mm x 37mm
Standard High
Capacity NiMH
Battery:
Weight: with 350g
Standard High
Capacity NiMH
Battery:
Sealing: Passes rain testing per
IPX4 (EN60529=1991)
Shock and Meets MIL STD 810C, D
Vibration: E and F
Hum and Noise 40dB
Audio Distortion <5%
Conducted -57 dBm
Emission
Audio Output 500mW
@ <5% Distortion
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
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GLOSSARY OF TERMS
Term Definition
Busy Channel If BCLO is activated, the radio will check for channel activity before transmitLockout (BCLO) ting. If activity is detected, transmission is prohibited. For carrier squelch mode,
radio will not transmit, if it is receiving carrier. For coded squelch mode, it will
not transmit, if it is receiving carrier with different PL/DPL code.
Carrier An electromagnetic signal that is transmitted on a selected frequency for the
purpose of carrying voice or data transmissions along with it. Carrier can then
be received by all radios listening on that frequency.
CD Compact Disk.
Channel A single path separated by frequency or time divisions used for transmitting
and/or receiving voice and/or data.
Codeplug A solid-state chip inside a radio where the radio‟s personality data is stored.
CPS Acronym for Customer Programming Software. Licensed Motorola software
used to program two-way radios with a unique set of features.
Frequency (a) The location of the center of a channel of operation in the radio spectrum.
Measured in Megahertz (MHz).
(b) A computer speed. Measured in Megahertz (MHz).
Model Number The model number identifies the type of radio. This information is stored in the
radio‟s codeplug.
Normal Scan For Normal Scan, the radio assigns equal priority to all members in the Scan
List selected for the current channel. When the radio is scanning a Scan List
(Active Scan), all scan list members (including the Home Channel) will be allocated
equal time to be scanned. For example, if the Home Channel is H1, and
the Scan List Members are Nn, then the scanning sequence is: N1, N2, N3, ...,
H1, N1, N2, ..., etc.
PLL Phase-Locked Loop: a circuit in which an oscillator is kept in phase with a ref-
erence, usually after passing through a frequency divider.
Priority Scan For Priority Scan, the radio assigns the highest priority to the channel defined
in the CPS as Priority Channel. When the radio is scanning a Scan List (Active
Scan), 50% of the scans are targeted at the Priority Channel. For example, if
the Priority Channel is P1, and the non-priority Scan List Members are Nn, then
the scanning sequence is: P1, N1, P1, N2, P1, N3, P1, N4, P1, N5, etc.
Program The transfer of CPS information from the computer‟s temporary memory (RAM)
to the radio.
PTT Push-To-Talk: the switch located on the left side of the radio which, when
pressed, causes the radio to transmit.
RESET Reset line: an input to the microcontroller that restarts execution.
Reverse Burst / Causes a Tone Private Line (TPL) or Digital Private Line (DPL) code to be
Turn Off Code transmitted at the end of a transmission - once PTT is released, and while op-
erating on the current channel. This sub-audible tone causes the receiving ra-
dio to mute its speaker before loss of a carrier is detected. Muting the speaker
eliminates unwanted noise (squelch tail) during loss of carrier detection.
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Term Definition
ROM Read Only Memory.
Scan List The Scan List determines which channels the radio scans, when operating in
the Scan Mode, on the current channel.
Scan List Member The Scan List allows you to select the grouping of channels that make up the
current Scan List Member channels. This grouping of Scan List Member channels
can then be scanned for transmission activity - one at a time, when the radio is in
Scan Mode. A Scan List can have a maximum of 16 Scan List
Members. Scan List Member scanning priority is definable.
Scan Mode When the radio is in one of the two Scan States: Active Scan and Landed Scan.
This mode is initiated when the programmable SCAN button is pressed.
Serial Number Each radio has its own unique serial number. This information is stored in the
radio‟s codeplug.
Software Computer programs, procedures, rules, documentation, and data pertaining to
the operation of a system.
Squelch Muting of audio circuits when received signal levels fall below a pre-determined
value.
Tone Private Line Transmitted when the receiving radio is to only receive calls from radios with
(TPL) specific TPL codes, this creates communications groups while operating in
Conventional Dispatch mode. TPL allows for more use and privacy on a frequency. TPL is transmitted at a sub-audible (not able to be heard) frequency.
Also known as CTCSS.
Tx Frequency A designated frequency used when transmitting carrier for the current channel.
µC Microcontroller.
UHF Ultra High Frequency.
VHF Very High Frequency.