Motorola PR1500 Professional Instruction Manual

STRENGTHENING THE LINK:

TWO-WAY RADIOS FOR A STRONGER,
MORE SECURE COMMUNITY

Reliable

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Welcome to the Community!

In large and small communities alike, people rely on police and fire departments

to keep their families safe and their properties secure. In times of emergency and

severe weather, they count on critical first responders and public utility workers in

crisis situations.

It’s specifically for these safety professionals that Motorola has designed the PR1500

Professional Series two-way radio. The PR1500 offers a higher level of durability,

range and audio sophistication for those who need reliable communications in the

toughest of conditions.

This brochure will detail all the performance features of the PR1500 and its many

practical accessories. Your Authorized Motorola Dealer can give you all the information

and help you choose the right products and accessories for your organization.

Did you know?

PR Series radios operate at
temperatures as low as
–30˚ C (-22˚ F).

Dependable

What sets the PR1500 apart

Motorola has taken all the features you expect in a two-way radio and brought them

to the next level with the new PR1500. Experienced users will appreciate many of its

enhancements and design features. Specifically, the PR1500:

• Offers a rich, full audio quality which your dealer can cutomize to meet individual

preferences and listening environment.

• Operates in a wide geographic area due to its significantly improved reception

range and signal receptivity.

• Has been ergonomically designed to handle easily, with bigger knobs and controls

that can be operated even wearing heavy gloves.

• Meets strict U.S. military specifications and Motorola standards for durability

and reliability.

• Is backed by Motorola service and a two-year warranty.

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A higher level of performance

PR1500

for tough conditions

32 Channels

Large Raised Channel and On/Off Volume Knobs

Easy to operate when wearing gloves

3 Position Concentric Switch

Allows customization of radio features for ease of use

Programmable Emergency Button

Alerts dispatcher in an emergency situation

Sealed Accessory Connector

Customize audio solutions to meet your needs.
Backward compatible with existing accessories

Enhanced Audio Features

Noise reduction software and Audio Gain Control
(CPS Programmable) allow audio customization to
meet your needs

Adjustable Power Levels

Preserves battery life

PR1500 Additional Features

MDC1200 Signaling

Send and receive information in a variety of
ways including:

• Push-to-Talk ID (Encode) Identify your outgoing calls

• Selective Call (Decode) Receive a call from a

specific group or individual

• Call Alert (Decode) Receive alerts of incoming calls

when you’re a short distance from your radio

• Radio Check (Decode) Lets others check your

radio status

Priority/Dynamic Priority Channel Scan

Frequently scan higher priority channels. Easily add or
delete scan list members

Monitor/Permanent Monitor

Allows continuous channel monitoring

3 Programmable Side Buttons and Large Textured
Push-To-Talk Button

Easy access to favorite features. Operates easily when
wearing gloves and provides good tactile response

• Emergency (Encode) Programmable Emergency/

Silent Emergency feature alerts dispatcher in
urgent situations

• Selective Radio Inhibit (Decode) Allows system

owner to disable stolen or missing radios

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Advanced

PR1500 Programmable
Features

Choose up to 12.
Top features include:

Emergency

Alerts dispatcher in urgent situations

Repeater Talkaround

Unit-to-unit communication, bypassing the repeater

Channel Scan

Monitors the selected channel for any activity

Dynamic Priority

Add a priority channel to the scan list

Volume Set

Sets preferred volume level for radio speaker

Nuisance Channel Delete

Temporarily deletes a specific channel from your
scan mode if you no longer want to hear activity
on that channel

PR1500 Standard Package

• NiCD 1525 mAh, 7.5V Battery

• Single Unit Universal Rapid Charger

• VHF or UHF Antenna

• 2.25” Belt Clip

• RSM Adapter

• Accessory Connector Dust Cover

• User’s Guide CD

• 2-Year Standard Warranty

Did you know?

The PR1500 has been approved
intrinsically safe by Factory
Mutual (FM) and by the Canadian
Standard Association when

ordered initially with the
appropriate FM option.

(Classes I, II, and III, Division 1, Groups C.D.E.F and G.)

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Indispensible

Accessories for the PR1500:
Getting the most from your radio

Motorola Original and Motorola Certified Accessories expand the capabilities

of your radio and create a truly customized communication solution for your

organization. Motorola accessories are system-tested with Motorola radios

to ensure optimum perform-ance. Your Authorized Motorola Dealer can assist

you in selecting the right accessories to meet your needs. In addition to the

accessories on the opposite page, Motorola offers a variety of antennas including

Wideband Helical and Dipole options, UHF Helical and UHF Whip antennas.

Contact us for complete accessory availability.

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PR1500 Accessories

Batteries
Different battery chemistries
to best suit your needs

Product featured – NTN9858B

Chargers
Single and multi-unit
chargers to keep your radios
powered and ready

Product featured – NTN1177E

Carry Accessories
Keep the radio secure and
safe from the elements
wherever you go

Product featured – NNTN4115A

Headsets
For hands-free operation in a
variety of models to fit your
needs and preferences

Product featured – BDN6645A

Remote Speaker
Microphones

Talk or listen without
removing the radio from
belt or case

Product featured – NMN6193C

Ear Microphones
Compact, with tremendous
audio clarity for hands-free
communication

Product featured – BDN6719A

CommPort™
Integrated System

Combines ear microphone
with receiver so you can
speak in a whisper and hear
in a noisy crowd

Product featured – NTN1624A

Surveillance Kits

Allow you to discreetly
receive and transmit
communications

Product featured – BDN6664A

Motorola Original – When an accessory is purchased with this seal, it
certifies a Motorola Original® Accessory. These high-quality accessories allow
your customers to properly charge and safely transport the PR Professional
Series radios. Motorola Original Accessories carry a one-year limited warranty.

Did you know?

The majority of HT1000
accessories are backwards
compatible with the PR1500,
making it an easy transition
for current customers.

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Did you know?

The impres™ chargers are
backward compatible, so
your existing batteries will
not be obsolete.

Coming Late 2005

The impres™ Energy System. More than a
smart battery–it’s practically brilliant.

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Without a doubt the biggest hassles of any two-way radio

are a result of battery problems. Diminished battery life,

overheating and cross-platform compatibility can seriously

undermine your radio’s effectiveness and effect your team’s

ability to communicate. Introducing a breakthrough solution:

impres™ – the Intelligent Motorola Portable Radio Energy

System. The impres system automatically keeps batteries at

their peak performance, virtually eliminating memory effect

in nickel-based batteries by customizing itself based on your

unique charging habits. The patented impres circuitry even

allows for conditioning and reconditioning of a battery in the

smart charger while it is still attached to the radio. No matter

what radio device you’ve used in the past, the impres energy

system will be a quantum leap of performance.

Innovative

Accessories that work together for longer
battery life and less memory

impres Batteries

NiMH or Li-ion chemistries which offer superior life with a minimal amount of

maintenance. Virtually no memory loss; no need to run the battery down completely

before charging.

impres Chargers

Single and multi-unit chargers, customizable to your particular charging habits and

needs to optimize battery performance. Batteries stay cooler and can be used in the

middle of charging without memory loss.

The backward-compatible impres chargers are available now
for the PR1500. The impres batteries will be available late 2005.

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PR1500 Specifications

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS

Operating Temperature -30°C / +60°C
Storage Temperature -40°C / +85°C
Humidity Per MIL-STD
ESD IEC 801-2KV
Water & Dust Intrusion IP54, MIL-STD

FACTORY MUTUAL APPROVALS

The PR1500 is Factory Mutual approved and Canadian Standard Association approved as
intrinsically safe for use in Classes I, II, and III, Division 1, Groups C, D, E, F and G, as well
as non-incendive use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C and D on models ordered with
the Factory Mutual option, and battery.

Accelerated Life Test

Motorola’s Accelerated Life Test (ALT) is a developmental process of rigorous
laboratory testing that simulates years of field use. Motorola has a firm
commitment to quality and reliability. These radios have been designed,
manufactured and tested to achieve high levels of component and workmanship
quality. Motorola radios are designed to minimize costly repairs and downtime.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

VHF UHF R1 UHF R2

136-174 MHz 380-470 MHz 450-520 MHz
Channel Capacity 32 32 32
Model Numbers AAH79KDC9PW5_N AAH79QDC9PW5_N AAH79SDC9PW5_N
FCC Designation AZ489FT3807 AZ489FT4865 AZ489FT4866
FCC Emissions Designators 11KOF3E, 16K0F3E, 8K10F1E, 8K10F1D
Power Supply One rechargeable nickel-cadmium, or nickel-metal hydride
Dimensions (HxWxL) 6.00” x 2.30” x 1.50”
Weight

with NiCD Battery 19.85 oz
with FM NiCD Battery 19.85 oz
with NiMH Battery 20.63 oz
with FM NiMH Battery 20.63 oz

TRANSMITTER

Typical Performance Specifications
VHF UHF R1 UHF R2

Frequency Range: 136-174 MHz 380-470 MHz 450-520 MHz
Channel Spacing 12.5/25 kHz 12.5/25 kHz 12.5/25 kHz
Maximum Frequency Separation Full Bandsplit Full Bandsplit Full Bandsplit
Rated RF Output Power Adj* 1 to 5 W 1 to 5 W 1 to 5 W
Frequency Stability*
(–30°C to +60°C; +25°C Ref.) ±0.00025% ±0.0002% ±0.0002%
Modulation Limiting*

25 kHz channel ±5.0 kHz ±5.0 kHz ±5.0 kHz
NPSPAC channel N/A N/A N/A

12.5 kHz channel ±2.5 kHz ±2.5 kHz ±2.5 kHz
Emissions*

(Conducted & Radiated) –65 dBc –70 dBc –70 dBc
Audio Response*
(6 dB/Octave Pre-emphasis
from 300 to 3000 Hz) +1, –3 dB +1, –3 dB +1, –3 dB
FM Hum & Noise Radio*
25 kHz –46 dB –45 dB –45 dB

12.5 kHz –42 dB –40 dB –40 dB
Audio Distortion* 1% 2.0% 2.0%

* Measured in the analog mode per TIA/EIA 603. Specifications subject to change without notice.

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RECEIVER

Typical Performance Specifications
VHF UHF R1 UHF R2

Frequency Range: 136-174 MHz 380-470 MHz 450-520 MHz
Channel Spacing 12.5/25 kHz 12.5/25 kHz 12.5/25 kHz
Maximum Frequency Separation Full Bandsplit Full Bandsplit Full Bandsplit
Audio Output Power at Rated* 500 mW 500 mW 500 mW
Frequency Stability*
(–30°C to +60°C; +25°C Ref.) ±0.00025% ±0.0002% ±0.0002%
Analog Sensitivity*
12 dB SINAD .25 µV .25 µV .25 µV
Selectivity*
25 kHz chnl –80 dB –73 dB –73 dB

12.5 kHz chnl –63 dB –63 dB –63 dB
Intermodulation* –78 dB –73 dB –75 dB
Spurious Rejection* –80 dB –75 dB –75 dB
FM Hum and Noise*
25 kHz –52 dB –47 dB –50 dB

12.5 kHz –40 dB –40 dB –47 dB
Audio Distortion* 1% 2.0% 2.0%

* Measured in the analog mode per TIA/EIA 603. Specifications subject to change without notice.

PORTABLE MILITARY STANDARDS 810 C, D, E & F

MIL-STD 810C MIL-STD 810D MIL-STD 810E MIL-STD 810F

Method Proc./Cat. Method Proc./Cat. Method Proc./Cat. Method Proc./Cat.

Low Pressure 500.1 I 500.2 II 500.3 II 500.4 II
High Temperature 501.1 I, II 501.2 I/A1, II/A1 501.3 I/A1, II/A1 501.4 I/Hot, II/Hot
Low Temperature 502.1 I 502.2 I/C3, II/C1 502.3 I/C3, II/C1 502.4 I/C3, II/C1
Temperature Shock 503.1 I* 503.2 I/A1C3 503.3 I/A1C3 503.4 I
Solar Radiation 505.1 II 505.2 I 505.3 I 505.4 I
Rain 506.1 I, II 506.2 I, II 506.3 I, II 506.4 I, III
Humidity 507.1 II 507.2 II 507.3 II 507.4 I*
Salt Fog 509.1 I* 509.2 I* 509.3 I* 509.4 I*
Blowing Dust 510.1 I 510.2 I 510.3 I 510.4 I
Vibration 514.2 VIII/F, Curve-W 514.3 I/10, II/3 514.4 I/10, II/3 514.5 I/24
Shock 516.2 I, II 516.3 I, IV 516.4 I/IV 516.5 I, IV

* Military Standards specify a single procedure for this test.

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