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by n1gtl
Fri Sep 18, 2020 7:34 am
Forum: ASTRO25 Series (XTS/XTL 1500/2500/5000) Subscribers
Topic: What is Q445: Fireground Accountability Software
Replies: 2
Views: 5984

Re: What is Q445: Fireground Accountability Software

The short explanation is it keeps track of radios that are on a fire scene. When you turn the radio, it sends out a registration and another radio connected to a computer receives the registration and that radio will show up as on site. The person operating at the computer can send canned messages o...
by n1gtl
Mon Aug 13, 2018 7:30 am
Forum: Radio Programming
Topic: TRBO cps issues with Win 7
Replies: 5
Views: 8532

Re: TRBO cps issues with Win 7

On MOL there is a download for TRBO USB drivers. I've have a few fail and when running that, it took care of the issue.
by n1gtl
Fri Jul 20, 2018 9:29 am
Forum: APX Series Subscribers
Topic: APX8000 vs. APX7000 Weak P25 Rx
Replies: 8
Views: 10892

Re: APX8000 vs. APX7000 Weak P25 Rx

Set to CQPSK for simulcast on one and C4FM on the other maybe?
by n1gtl
Sun Jul 15, 2018 11:55 am
Forum: MotoTRBO Repeaters, Trunking, and Site Infrastructure
Topic: XPR 8300
Replies: 1
Views: 5743

Re: XPR 8300

TX and RX are basically the same. If you open the repeater, the TX side has a large heat sink. The RX side does not. The repeater is nothing more than two mobiles with a controller board between them. Take the two mobiles out and swap the heat sink from the TX and RX sides. Then, swap the positions ...
by n1gtl
Thu Jul 12, 2018 4:51 am
Forum: APX Series Subscribers
Topic: APX 8500 Menu Items
Replies: 2
Views: 6929

Re: APX 8500 Menu Items

You're not giving enough information to get an accurate answer. What menu items are not showing up? If it is a feature that is not programmed into the personality, it wont show up. P25 specific menu items will not show up if you're on an analog channel. If you have a Scan and Nuisance Delete button ...
by n1gtl
Mon Jun 18, 2018 5:54 am
Forum: ASTRO25 Series (XTS/XTL 1500/2500/5000) Subscribers
Topic: XTS-2500 & XTS-5000
Replies: 5
Views: 8820

Re: XTS-2500 & XTS-5000

I can't comment on usage or encryption but you can easily edit PatPort.exe to modify it to allow out of band programming. Super easy:

http://www.akardam.net/moto/docs/cps_oob.php
by n1gtl
Mon May 21, 2018 8:04 am
Forum: MotoTRBO Repeaters, Trunking, and Site Infrastructure
Topic: SLR5700 cap plus
Replies: 14
Views: 12401

Re: SLR5700 cap plus

Why on earth would you make a single repeater into a cap+ system? Every subscriber is going to have trouble with channel grants, especially if you have the SIT and the other timers set incorrectly. HAve you actually read the system planner? Need three talk groups? With two slots rotating, you won't...
by n1gtl
Fri Apr 27, 2018 6:20 am
Forum: MotoTRBO Repeaters, Trunking, and Site Infrastructure
Topic: SLR5700 cap plus
Replies: 14
Views: 12401

Re: SLR5700 cap plus

Can you email the code plug?
by n1gtl
Tue Apr 24, 2018 7:11 am
Forum: MotoTRBO Repeaters, Trunking, and Site Infrastructure
Topic: XPR8400 to Centracom Gold
Replies: 6
Views: 8843

Re: XPR8400 to Centracom Gold

fchrist16 wrote: It is in Mixed mode.

Regards,

-Frank C.
I won't work in digital, just analog. When you key up from the rear accessory there is no way to specify a time slot or talk group ID. I had this issue interfacing an 8400 with a controller for an amateur repeater in mixed mode.
by n1gtl
Fri Apr 20, 2018 6:38 pm
Forum: MotoTRBO Portables and Mobiles (4xxx/6xxx) 1.0 Series Subscribers
Topic: 6550 Emergency Acknowledge
Replies: 18
Views: 15414

Re: 6550 Emergency Acknowledge

I can't find if this has been asked before...Does anyone know how to "acknowledge/clear" an emergency call TO a XPR6550? Sometimes the local transit system drivers hit the emergency button when I'm listening. The only way to CLEAR the alert is to reboot the radio, which seems crazy. Anyon...
by n1gtl
Fri Apr 20, 2018 11:55 am
Forum: MotoTRBO Portables and Mobiles (4xxx/6xxx) 1.0 Series Subscribers
Topic: 6550 Emergency Acknowledge
Replies: 18
Views: 15414

Re: 6550 Emergency Acknowledge

Yes it is. Regards, -Frank C. Uncheck this box! That box means that the radio is capable of acknowledging an emergency. If your radio does that, a console, control station or other radio may never receive the emergency. Emergency Alarm Ack Determines if the radio is allowed to acknowledge an emerge...
by n1gtl
Wed Apr 11, 2018 6:36 am
Forum: MotoTRBO Portables and Mobiles (4xxx/6xxx) 1.0 Series Subscribers
Topic: 6550 Emergency Acknowledge
Replies: 18
Views: 15414

Re: 6550 Emergency Acknowledge

Just disable it. Select the channel and on the RX side there is a check box that reads "Emergency Alarm Indication". If you uncheck it, your radio should not receive the emergency. From the help file: Emergency Alarm Indication Determines if audio and visual indication is given by the radi...
by n1gtl
Fri Mar 02, 2018 6:32 am
Forum: MotoTRBO Portables and Mobiles (3xxx/5xxx/7xxx/SL) 2.0 Series Subscribers
Topic: load audio
Replies: 5
Views: 8695

Re: load audio

As Bill G said, there is a problem with the CPS. Under general settings, "Min Speaker Volume Level (dB)" should be MUTED. My information was that the last CPS program, someone at /\/\, on their last day created this issue. I called Mother M to inquire when this would be resolved and was to...
by n1gtl
Fri Mar 02, 2018 6:19 am
Forum: ASTRO25 Series (XTS/XTL 1500/2500/5000) Subscribers
Topic: Cloning XTL2500 UHF R2 into XTL2500 UHF R1
Replies: 1
Views: 6154

Re: Cloning XTL2500 UHF R2 into XTL2500 UHF R1

Yes...sort of. Open a session of CPS and read the source radio. Open a SECOND session of CPS and read the target radio. Arrange your screen so you can see the "tree views" of both radios. On the source radio side, put your mouse over the top most item in the tree view, usually the serial n...
by n1gtl
Wed Feb 21, 2018 12:12 pm
Forum: APX Series Subscribers
Topic: APX4500 Igntion trouble
Replies: 3
Views: 7460

Re: APX4500 Igntion trouble

Where are you applying ignition power? I believe it has to go to the yellow wire on the control head, not on the chassis. Best bet for ignition programming is "soft power up". It will follow ignition but also let you turn it on via the power button. Also, ver 17.0x of firmware and CPS is o...
by n1gtl
Wed Feb 21, 2018 10:09 am
Forum: MotoTRBO Portables and Mobiles (3xxx/5xxx/7xxx/SL) 2.0 Series Subscribers
Topic: xpr7550 password
Replies: 10
Views: 11633

Re: xpr7550 password

You need wireshark to capture the data as it is being read. When you plug in a TRBO, it views it as a network connection so wireshark can capture it in plain text. Just set wireshark to monitor 192.168.10.2 if it is using the default. Motorola modified the software/firmware to encrypt that informati...
by n1gtl
Wed Feb 07, 2018 3:14 pm
Forum: APX Series Subscribers
Topic: APX4000 Knobs?
Replies: 1
Views: 6209

Re: APX4000 Knobs?

Originally the APX4000 was a single knob radio for volume/channel. You'd push it down to change it's function momentarily. I'm sure you know this. That design sucked! So they offered it in a two knob configuration as an option. I am not on the ordering end of things but my guess is they never remove...
by n1gtl
Tue Jan 30, 2018 11:26 am
Forum: APX Series Subscribers
Topic: APX Voice Files
Replies: 11
Views: 13659

Re: APX Voice Files

When you do it over and over (for a living), it goes quick. The slowest part is the from text to speech site, which can take forever. I find that creating the files around 11 at night, things move along pretty quick. The Gold Wave goes fast. The VA conversion utility goes fast. The code plug import ...
by n1gtl
Thu Jan 18, 2018 1:20 pm
Forum: APX Series Subscribers
Topic: APX Voice Files
Replies: 11
Views: 13659

Re: APX Voice Files

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Das9WsZMAmQ While free, Audacity tends to have a higher learning curve for those not familiar with audio editing. True. Someone recommended GoldWave to me because of batch processing. I tried that and it worked great! I already made the video before trying GoldWave.
by n1gtl
Tue Jan 16, 2018 9:57 am
Forum: MotoTRBO Portables and Mobiles (4xxx/6xxx) 1.0 Series Subscribers
Topic: XPR330 and 6350 sample codeplugs?
Replies: 3
Views: 6994

Re: XPR330 and 6350 sample codeplugs?

If you have MOL access, download the newest firmware upgrades, install the packages and select RECOVERY MODE. That will basically factory default the radios, wiping out the password.
by n1gtl
Mon Dec 11, 2017 8:35 am
Forum: Motorola CP/CM Series Subscribers
Topic: Error 1214 on Trbo 15.5
Replies: 7
Views: 9734

Re: Error 1214 on Trbo 15.5

escomm wrote:My first inclination is buggy software rushed to production without proper testing ?
No way?!?! :lol:

I find the auto RAS on new radios extremely annoying, especially when the radio doesn't even have digital enabled!
by n1gtl
Wed Dec 06, 2017 11:21 am
Forum: Radio Programming
Topic: CDM1250 PL Problem
Replies: 4
Views: 6883

Re: CDM1250 PL Problem

True, I guess I need to learn to read slower.

What does pin 14 do? It is labeled "hook switch".

I've always made "crossover" cables with no logic between. Pins 2, 3, 7, 8 and 11. Program pin 8 for PL & CSQ/talkgroup detect and it's always worked.
by n1gtl
Wed Dec 06, 2017 9:48 am
Forum: Radio Programming
Topic: CDM1250 PL Problem
Replies: 4
Views: 6883

Re: CDM1250 PL Problem

Under RADIO CONFIGURATION look at the BASIC tab. Look for the Hook (HUB) defeats PL check box. Make sure it is unchecked.
by n1gtl
Tue Nov 28, 2017 7:22 am
Forum: MotoTRBO Repeaters, Trunking, and Site Infrastructure
Topic: SLR5700 repeaters with IP switch
Replies: 3
Views: 7011

Re: SLR5700 repeaters with IP switch

A rf technican said he does this all the time and it works quite well. It can be done. As was mentioned, you'll need two more frequency pairs. You'll need to get the infrastructure in place and take RSSI readings. You'll need to adjust power output of the repeaters and balance the roaming RSSI sett...
by n1gtl
Fri Oct 27, 2017 8:36 am
Forum: ASTRO25 Series (XTS/XTL 1500/2500/5000) Subscribers
Topic: XTL1500 FL 01-90
Replies: 6
Views: 9205

Re: XTL1500 FL 01-90

A Motorola shop MAY be able to fix that. There is a head sync tool (software) available on MOL. I have used it with varied success.
by n1gtl
Wed Oct 11, 2017 12:02 pm
Forum: Radio Programming
Topic: CDM1250 Channel Programming
Replies: 7
Views: 9550

Re: CDM1250 Channel Programming

leaper54 wrote:I do not have the CD, and no HELP is available from the program itself. I am using CPS Ver. R06.12.05 This is a 4 channel CDM1250.
4 channel CDM1250??? You sure it's not a CDM750???

You need to assign the buttons to function as channel selectors.
by n1gtl
Mon Oct 09, 2017 9:29 am
Forum: MotoTRBO Portables and Mobiles (3xxx/5xxx/7xxx/SL) 2.0 Series Subscribers
Topic: looking to replace my spectra with trbo/dmr
Replies: 2
Views: 6809

Re: looking to replace my spectra with trbo/dmr

XPR5550e, remount mount head kit, cable sold separately depending on needed length and enhanced mic with DTMF. Exactly what I have in my car.
by n1gtl
Mon Oct 02, 2017 9:09 am
Forum: MotoTRBO Portables and Mobiles (4xxx/6xxx) 1.0 Series Subscribers
Topic: XPR 5550 REAR programming ?
Replies: 2
Views: 6825

Re: XPR 5550 REAR programming ?

I'm not sure what your asking. You don't need to set the rear connector to anything to program the radio from the rear connector. It works by default.
by n1gtl
Mon Oct 02, 2017 9:04 am
Forum: MotoTRBO Portables and Mobiles (3xxx/5xxx/7xxx/SL) 2.0 Series Subscribers
Topic: XPR5550e Write Issue
Replies: 1
Views: 5885

Re: XPR5550e Write Issue

You need to delete the RAS key that comes by default in new radios. Open CPS and go to the VIEW menu up top and choose EXPERT. Under SECURITY you will see a RAS menu appear under the privacy options. Delete the default RAS key and program your radio. The RAS menu only appears if your in EXPERT mode....
by n1gtl
Sun Sep 24, 2017 11:49 am
Forum: MotoTRBO Portables and Mobiles (3xxx/5xxx/7xxx/SL) 2.0 Series Subscribers
Topic: XPR5550e w/ HHCH banks?
Replies: 2
Views: 6538

Re: XPR5550e w/ HHCH banks?

You can program multiple zones (banks) into a radio with a hand-held control head. Make sure you allow access to zone changes via the menu or assign buttons for changing zones.
by n1gtl
Tue Sep 12, 2017 1:10 pm
Forum: APX Series Subscribers
Topic: APX Programming questions
Replies: 4
Views: 7168

Re: APX Programming questions

Thank You!!!
by n1gtl
Mon Sep 11, 2017 11:33 am
Forum: APX Series Subscribers
Topic: APX Programming questions
Replies: 4
Views: 7168

Re: APX Programming questions

MS0 is MS0-MS12 is like quick access buttons for accessing different channels. Like presets on a am/fm car radio Thanks for this info but I have a follow up question on this function. In MotoTRBO this is like the OT-1 thru OT-4 button options. I looked in the help file and it explains WHAT the butt...
by n1gtl
Fri Sep 01, 2017 6:21 am
Forum: MotoTRBO Portables and Mobiles (4xxx/6xxx) 1.0 Series Subscribers
Topic: Motorola XPR6550 Emergency Button
Replies: 8
Views: 10054

Re: Motorola XPR6550 Emergency Button

There should be a STRICT procedure in place for emergency button use, especially for police. I've seen cases where someone hits the button and the dispatch says "Unit XXX, you hit your emergency button. Are you set?" Not exactly a great SOP if someone has a gun pointed at the officer. I co...
by n1gtl
Fri Sep 01, 2017 6:16 am
Forum: MotoTRBO Portables and Mobiles (3xxx/5xxx/7xxx/SL) 2.0 Series Subscribers
Topic: XPR7550 side connector issue
Replies: 1
Views: 6050

Re: XPR7550 side connector issue

I've seen this. People tend to over tighten the connectors, causing those dimples. Try cleaning the contacts on the radio and the cable with a pencil eraser and do not over tighten the connector when programming.
by n1gtl
Wed Aug 30, 2017 11:51 am
Forum: MotoTRBO Portables and Mobiles (4xxx/6xxx) 1.0 Series Subscribers
Topic: Motorola XPR6550 Emergency Button
Replies: 8
Views: 10054

Re: Motorola XPR6550 Emergency Button

I'm not sure what you mean by "how much benefit" you would get. What mobile do you have? It should be capable of sending an acknowledgement to the subscriber sending the emergency. The mobile will need to be a display radio so you can see which unit sent the emergency. Most radios I progra...
by n1gtl
Mon Aug 14, 2017 11:24 am
Forum: MotoTRBO Portables and Mobiles (3xxx/5xxx/7xxx/SL) 2.0 Series Subscribers
Topic: XPR5550e mobile
Replies: 6
Views: 8523

Re: XPR5550e mobile

To make sure I am reading this right, you are saying that the XPR3000 series portables work but the XPR5550e does not? Assuming a stand alone conventional digital system (Not IPSC, CP, LCP as Jeff mentioned), did you check the antenna and feed line to make sure your SWR isn't through the roof? You n...
by n1gtl
Thu Aug 10, 2017 2:02 pm
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: CDM1550s without heads - can they be used for a repeater?
Replies: 8
Views: 4996

Re: CDM1550s without heads - can they be used for a repeater?

You can program a CDM from the rear 16 pin connector. I'm curious how you're going to turn it on with no power button. Sure, the ignition pin MAY work. I program two piece APX radios all the time without connecting the control head, I just don't know if what you want to do will work. Please follow u...
by n1gtl
Tue Jul 18, 2017 11:18 am
Forum: MotoTRBO Portables and Mobiles (3xxx/5xxx/7xxx/SL) 2.0 Series Subscribers
Topic: Roaming Talkgroups & Timeslots
Replies: 3
Views: 7091

Re: Roaming Talkgroups & Timeslots

Correct...you do not need to put the Talk Group in the repeaters in the channel pool. When it roams to that repeater, it will take the Talk Group of the channel you selected. Keep the number of repeaters in the roam list as low as you can. I made the mistake of putting about 30 repeaters that cover ...
by n1gtl
Tue Jul 18, 2017 8:11 am
Forum: MotoTRBO Portables and Mobiles (3xxx/5xxx/7xxx/SL) 2.0 Series Subscribers
Topic: Roaming Talkgroups & Timeslots
Replies: 3
Views: 7091

Re: Roaming Talkgroups & Timeslots

When you say "contact id", I assume you are referring to the Talk Group ID? Not your user id? Right? If so, you need to program each channel with a Talk Group ID. Say channel one is North America, you'd program that with Talk Group 3. The radio will them roam to repeaters in your channel p...
by n1gtl
Fri Jun 16, 2017 11:26 am
Forum: MotoTRBO Repeaters, Trunking, and Site Infrastructure
Topic: ...XPR8380 power issue
Replies: 3
Views: 7227

Re: ...XPR8380 power issue

If all else fails, as a last ditch effort, you can open the repeater and swap the two radios and HOPE that the problem is in the transmitting radio and not in the logic connecting the two. I've successfully done this three times. The repeater is really just two mobiles. When the PA blew in the trans...
by n1gtl
Fri Jun 09, 2017 7:04 am
Forum: MotoTRBO Portables and Mobiles (4xxx/6xxx) 1.0 Series Subscribers
Topic: XPR7350 CPS Can't Read
Replies: 8
Views: 9353

Re: XPR7350 CPS Can't Read

There is a separate download on MOL that has USB drivers. May or may not help.
by n1gtl
Thu Jun 08, 2017 5:20 am
Forum: MotoTRBO Repeaters, Trunking, and Site Infrastructure
Topic: ...XPR8380 power issue
Replies: 3
Views: 7227

Re: ...XPR8380 power issue

Since 8300 series pre-dated Cap Plus, I assume you have the newest firmware to even have that feature? If not, make sure firmware is the newest. Are you using an antenna relay? Under general settings, there is an antenna relay delay time that will delay the TX from kicking on to give relays time to ...
by n1gtl
Sat Jun 03, 2017 9:58 am
Forum: MotoTRBO Portables and Mobiles (4xxx/6xxx) 1.0 Series Subscribers
Topic: High power XPR4550 maxed out at ~20 watts
Replies: 4
Views: 7601

Re: High power XPR4550 maxed out at ~20 watts

I assume you're using it in analog? Digital output reads lower because it switches on and off rapidly and analog meters can't accurately keep up.
by n1gtl
Mon May 15, 2017 5:40 am
Forum: APX Series Subscribers
Topic: APX Firmware R16 Released 05 May 2017
Replies: 27
Views: 12285

Re: APX Firmware R16 Released 05 May 2017

I downloaded 16.00 without RM and it works fine. I updated an APX8000 firmware. Seems to work for me. Win7 Professional.
by n1gtl
Wed May 10, 2017 10:53 am
Forum: APX Series Subscribers
Topic: APX Firmware R16 Released 05 May 2017
Replies: 27
Views: 12285

Re: APX Firmware R16 Released 05 May 2017

jmfirefighter20 wrote:It was there the other day.....went to download it today, and it was gone. I really didn't want to download that 2.7 GB package, but I did......
Ver 16.00.00 WITHOUT Radio Management is now posted... downloading now.
by n1gtl
Tue May 09, 2017 10:26 am
Forum: APX Series Subscribers
Topic: APX Firmware R16 Released 05 May 2017
Replies: 27
Views: 12285

Re: APX Firmware R16 Released 05 May 2017

jmfirefighter20 wrote:I just looked R16 without radio management is on there.
I don't see it. Just release notes.
by n1gtl
Fri May 05, 2017 9:39 am
Forum: MotoTRBO Portables and Mobiles (3xxx/5xxx/7xxx/SL) 2.0 Series Subscribers
Topic: Low RX audio on XPR7550's compared to XPR6550's
Replies: 5
Views: 8015

Re: Low RX audio on XPR7550's compared to XPR6550's

Part Number: HKVN4492A
Description: MOTOTRBO RADIO RX AUDIO LEVELING


EID for Rx Audio Leveling for the 3500 and 7550 series radios. $3.50 list.
by n1gtl
Thu Apr 20, 2017 10:00 am
Forum: MotoTRBO Portables and Mobiles (4xxx/6xxx) 1.0 Series Subscribers
Topic: XPR-4550 Audio Cable...
Replies: 8
Views: 9909

Re: XPR-4550 Audio Cable...

fchrist16 wrote:... RX/TX line use both 9 and 10...
-Frank C.
What do you mean RX/TX? Audio? Or for reading and writing to the repeater? Or do you mean PTT?

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