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by 2wayfreq
Mon Jan 04, 2016 12:26 pm
Forum: APX Series Subscribers
Topic: APX8500 Mobile
Replies: 1
Views: 4754

APX8500 Mobile

Any word on when this model might be released? Thanks
by 2wayfreq
Wed Nov 18, 2015 1:43 pm
Forum: Radio Programming
Topic: APX7000 Scan List Selection
Replies: 1
Views: 2618

APX7000 Scan List Selection

Hi,
I was wondering how you select the scan list you want to have running in the radio? I can currently hit SCNL and I am in (View Scan) mode and it shows all the members. But, if I have several lists how to I choose or select another? Thanks
by 2wayfreq
Fri Nov 06, 2015 11:27 am
Forum: Radio Programming
Topic: APX7000 ABC Switch on Specific Zones
Replies: 4
Views: 3048

Re: APX7000 ABC Switch on Specific Zones

The customer does not want that. He needs the Zones in a certain order. My Mot rep passed the change request to the Product Group. We'll see if they can add the enhancement.
by 2wayfreq
Fri Nov 06, 2015 8:53 am
Forum: Radio Programming
Topic: APX7000 ABC Switch on Specific Zones
Replies: 4
Views: 3048

Re: APX7000 ABC Switch on Specific Zones

Thanks sjxts3000 for the Reply :). After I explained this to our customer, they nixed the idea. I will probably have our Mot Rep pass it up the chain to see if they can add it to a future CPS and/or flash. It would be nice to select what Zone you would like. Thanks again.
by 2wayfreq
Thu Nov 05, 2015 12:02 pm
Forum: Radio Programming
Topic: APX7000 ABC Switch on Specific Zones
Replies: 4
Views: 3048

APX7000 ABC Switch on Specific Zones

Hi,
I am trying to figure out how to set the ABC Switch to land on specific Zones that I can select in CPS. Currently, I can only get it to select the first 3 Zones. What do you have to enable to select the ones you want? Thanks
by 2wayfreq
Wed Sep 16, 2015 7:32 am
Forum: APX Series Subscribers
Topic: APX D Swivel Belt Loop w/snaps
Replies: 1
Views: 2230

Re: APX D Swivel Belt Loop w/snaps

Another thing on this: Has anyone had the slide on D-button suddenly "Pop Off" from the back of the APX radio? I have had several do this like the locking tab is barely engaged in the slot, like its too shallow.
by 2wayfreq
Mon Sep 14, 2015 9:49 am
Forum: Experimental and Next Generation LMR
Topic: Motorola Astro Saber to MX-350 Retrofit
Replies: 0
Views: 8210

Motorola Astro Saber to MX-350 Retrofit

Hey, I thought I would throw a wild idea I had out there. I have an idea to take an old (non-working) MX-350 or similar long chassis MX series and custom retrofit an Astro saber RF board, Channel/Volume switch assembly (Or adapt to the MX switch assembly) and non-display speaker housing into the MX....
by 2wayfreq
Fri Sep 11, 2015 8:38 am
Forum: APX Series Subscribers
Topic: APX D Swivel Belt Loop w/snaps
Replies: 1
Views: 2230

APX D Swivel Belt Loop w/snaps

Hi Guys, I was wondering if there is a "Button Snap" version of the D Swivel for the Model 1 (Top Display) APX radios? We currently use the NTN9179A Loop and D-Button, however the loop is Riveted closed. Many officers would like to be able to snap on the new loop without having to slide ev...
by 2wayfreq
Thu Jul 09, 2015 12:08 pm
Forum: APX Series Subscribers
Topic: APX7500 and PVP Helmet Headset Low RX Volume
Replies: 0
Views: 4376

APX7500 and PVP Helmet Headset Low RX Volume

Hi Guys, To any Techs in Law Enforcement Local Government Shops: I am encountering an Issue with our officers having low helmet receive audio using the PVP headset. We have the APX7500 (Motorcycle Model) UHF 7/8 Mobile and the operating channels are UHF conventional Narrow Band. The officers have to...
by 2wayfreq
Tue Dec 16, 2014 7:52 am
Forum: Computer/Technical Assistance
Topic: ML910 Drivers
Replies: 3
Views: 8110

Re: ML910 Drivers

FYI: Motorola Solutions
ML 910 Drivers 1.0 .iso for Windows XP Link:

https://portal.motorolasolutions.com/Su ... rm%3DML910
by 2wayfreq
Sat Dec 13, 2014 8:33 am
Forum: Computer/Technical Assistance
Topic: ML910 Drivers
Replies: 3
Views: 8110

ML910 Drivers

Hey All,
I see the Version 1.1..iso link for the Support CD for the ML910 in the Tech Info Thread, but there is some error in the link and I can't download the image. Is there another verified source for the drivers? Thanks
by 2wayfreq
Mon Nov 24, 2014 9:09 am
Forum: Base Stations, Repeaters, General Infrastructure
Topic: GTR8000-- Cannot access alignment screen
Replies: 3
Views: 2435

Re: GTR8000-- Cannot access alignment screen

Problem Resolved--- Tried to access Alignment screen this morning and it now works. There is no rhyme or reason why it is suddenly ok.
by 2wayfreq
Thu Nov 20, 2014 7:55 am
Forum: Base Stations, Repeaters, General Infrastructure
Topic: GTR8000-- Cannot access alignment screen
Replies: 3
Views: 2435

Re: GTR8000-- Cannot access alignment screen

Ok, Thanks. I'm pretty sure now it's some kind of GTR related library file etc. that went bad. I'm going to have to erase any traces of 7.14 and re-install.
by 2wayfreq
Wed Nov 19, 2014 10:40 am
Forum: Base Stations, Repeaters, General Infrastructure
Topic: GTR8000-- Cannot access alignment screen
Replies: 3
Views: 2435

GTR8000-- Cannot access alignment screen

Hi, Just wondering if anyone has seen this before. I read the station and go to Service--> Alignment. The busy icon swirls and it come up with the following error: "Unable to start a service session with this device. The device may currently be serviced by another application." On the Mode...
by 2wayfreq
Fri Sep 26, 2014 11:24 pm
Forum: Base Stations, Repeaters, General Infrastructure
Topic: GTR-8000 not going into repeat
Replies: 3
Views: 2743

Re: GTR-8000 not going into repeat

Repeater is in Repeat/ Set Up mode. We talked to Customer Support. There appears to be some corruption going on in the codeplug that does not indicate any error when loaded or prevents it from not loading. Our other shop test GTR was loaded with the same codeplug and it also disabled the repeat capa...
by 2wayfreq
Wed Sep 24, 2014 10:15 am
Forum: Base Stations, Repeaters, General Infrastructure
Topic: GTR-8000 not going into repeat
Replies: 3
Views: 2743

GTR-8000 not going into repeat

Hi, There is a weird issue with a few of our GTR-8000 Base radios. Base/Repeat is set to (Repeat) in the software. Keying up with the first HT but I'm only getting an RX light on the GTR. Testing with two HTs. I am not receiving any RX light or audio on the second receiving HT. The GTR is not transm...
by 2wayfreq
Wed Mar 06, 2013 6:50 am
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: CommandStar Console Setup
Replies: 0
Views: 1295

CommandStar Console Setup

Hi, We have a Command Star Console we are trying to setup/reconfigure but I'm just not sure how to access it with a laptop. I found the original CommandStar software disks (3211126-15 SR1) and loaded it. I have the (COMPUTER/PC) cable from the back of the console connected to an IBM thinkpad. The so...
by 2wayfreq
Tue Mar 20, 2012 7:53 am
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: HT1000 Programming Laptop?
Replies: 14
Views: 3876

Re: HT1000 Programming Laptop?

Believe it or not, I had to use a 286-12 on an MT-2000 just to get it to write without a persistent serial bus error. My PII/IIIs were too much for it, I guess it had an older controller. So, I programmed it nice and slow and it worked like a champ. The point is, It's a good idea to keep those old d...
by 2wayfreq
Mon Mar 19, 2012 12:26 pm
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: APX7000 Mode Selector Knobs
Replies: 9
Views: 3080

Re: APX7000 Mode Selector Knobs

Is there two versions of the selector knob? I see APX's on one pic with one sizable solid selector knob and then another pic has what looks like a "Two-Piece" type knob where the top half rotates independent of the bottom. I hope we don't get the two piece because that will be the first th...
by 2wayfreq
Fri Mar 02, 2012 1:50 pm
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: Carrying programming equipment options
Replies: 11
Views: 2347

Re: Carrying programming equipment options

I use a old Dell Laptop case. I keep cables in the Zip-lock bags and labeled by HT or Mobile model. Yeah, tangled cables are definitely NO FUN. Also handy is a small precision Phillips and flat blade such as a WIHA or similar. Sometimes you need more than one outlet, stuffing a small power strip int...
by 2wayfreq
Tue Dec 20, 2011 7:58 pm
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: Laptop speed/RAM requirements for programming MT1000/MT2000
Replies: 7
Views: 3403

Re: Laptop speed/RAM requirements for programming MT1000/MT2

I suppose you COULD set up the laptop for Partitioned, Multi-OS boot but it takes some doing. Sometimes, Writing an older radio with a very fast CPU can cause corruption and several attempts to write. And, if the drive fails, then your other partitions are lost too. Me? I rather have the proper nati...
by 2wayfreq
Sat Sep 03, 2011 1:29 pm
Forum: Legacy Batboard Motorola ASTRO (VSELP/IMBE/AMBE) Equipment Forum
Topic: PMAT4001 UHF/VHF APX antenna Pic
Replies: 4
Views: 2381

Re: PMAT4001 UHF/VHF APX antenna Pic

tvsjr wrote:The standard antennas are long, but they really work well. I've just embraced the suck and gotten used to them...
LOL, Ok...thanks guys.
by 2wayfreq
Fri Sep 02, 2011 1:50 pm
Forum: Legacy Batboard Motorola ASTRO (VSELP/IMBE/AMBE) Equipment Forum
Topic: PMAT4001 UHF/VHF APX antenna Pic
Replies: 4
Views: 2381

PMAT4001 UHF/VHF APX antenna Pic

Just out of curiosity, does anyone have an image of the antenna? I was curious to see how they designed it. Thanks in advance.
by 2wayfreq
Mon Aug 08, 2011 1:14 pm
Forum: Base Stations, Repeaters, General Infrastructure
Topic: Quantar Power Supply Repair
Replies: 2
Views: 2628

Quantar Power Supply Repair

I was curious if there is another choice for sending power supplies in for repair besides the IDO Repair Depot in Elgin? Thanks
by 2wayfreq
Thu May 12, 2011 4:01 pm
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: Motorola HMN1078A Mic on CDM1250
Replies: 3
Views: 1179

Re: Motorola HMN1078A Mic on CDM1250

Usually n Motorola Mics,

Red= Mic Hi
Black=Mic low
White= PTT Return
Green=PTT
Blue= HUB (Hang up Button)

You'll just have to get the CDM mic pin out schematic to match up the pin positions.
by 2wayfreq
Fri May 06, 2011 2:15 pm
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: MCS2000 190-235 MHz VHF radio, prog issue
Replies: 50
Views: 15249

Re: MCS2000 190-235 MHz VHF radio, prog issue

A long shot, but anyone have Indonesian region "Radio Shop" contacts? They might be able to point you in the right direction of what exact software this needs.
by 2wayfreq
Fri Apr 29, 2011 4:34 pm
Forum: Legacy Batboard Motorola ASTRO (VSELP/IMBE/AMBE) Equipment Forum
Topic: Astro Spectra "RKH" HAM Out of Band issue
Replies: 5
Views: 1333

Re: Astro Spectra "RKH" HAM Out of Band issue

Thanks Guys,
Well, I'll give it a whirl and see how well it performs on our local repeater.
by 2wayfreq
Fri Apr 29, 2011 2:49 pm
Forum: Legacy Batboard Motorola ASTRO (VSELP/IMBE/AMBE) Equipment Forum
Topic: Astro Spectra "RKH" HAM Out of Band issue
Replies: 5
Views: 1333

Astro Spectra "RKH" HAM Out of Band issue

I have an Astro Spectra T04RKH9PW9AN. The model decoder shows it to be 438-482. Astro 9.5 says its 450-482 and wont allow 440 entry. But 5.3 CPS lets me enter the 440 frequencies, but when I go to write it, it complains that I'm about to program the radio "Out of Band" and degrade the perf...
by 2wayfreq
Thu Apr 07, 2011 10:47 am
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: Batlabs MTR-2000 Cable Schematic/Pinout
Replies: 3
Views: 1933

Batlabs MTR-2000 Cable Schematic/Pinout

Just for FYI, I built a cable using the posted schematic. The cable could not read the station. The DB-9 side is correct (Pins 2,3 and 5). It would appear that the (RJ-45] pin-out side (2,3,4) is incorrect. I found another diagram which shows the RJ-45 side as pins (5,6,7). So, DB-9 (2) to RJ (6), D...
by 2wayfreq
Sat Oct 23, 2010 5:25 pm
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: Thin Battery for Visar
Replies: 4
Views: 1059

Re: Thin Battery for Visar

Thanks for the help. There are some very cool people on Bat Board :).
by 2wayfreq
Sat Oct 23, 2010 3:02 am
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: Thin Battery for Visar
Replies: 4
Views: 1059

Thin Battery for Visar

Hi,
I was wondering if there is a real thin Li-ION or similar battery for the Visar. I hate the clunky batteries that are like 3/4 inch thick. Thanks
by 2wayfreq
Wed Oct 06, 2010 12:26 pm
Forum: Legacy Batboard Motorola ASTRO (VSELP/IMBE/AMBE) Equipment Forum
Topic: Astro 25 Mobile Control Head Sync (CH firmware upgrade)
Replies: 10
Views: 2264

Re: Astro 25 Mobile Control Head Sync (CH firmware upgrade)

I have ASTRO_25_CH_AC.cvn in the folder. Is that correct and is ".cnv" a typo?
by 2wayfreq
Sat Aug 14, 2010 10:05 am
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: Troops leaving Iraq destroying equipment
Replies: 14
Views: 3199

Re: Troops leaving Iraq destroying equipment

They are probably pretty thrashed by the time they get to the crusher. Many have broken knobs and antennas, paint,cracks,electrical tape,epoxy, dirt, gouges etc. Not really worth it. I remember in the first gulf war the officers carried VHF Saber SecureNet-S radios. They had come Comms contractors p...
by 2wayfreq
Sat May 15, 2010 5:29 pm
Forum: Legacy Batboard Motorola ASTRO (VSELP/IMBE/AMBE) Equipment Forum
Topic: Motorola APX UHF High
Replies: 12
Views: 2849

Re: Motorola APX UHF High

I'll take a V/U. Dont have any use for 7/8.
by 2wayfreq
Sat Mar 06, 2010 7:29 am
Forum: Radio Programming
Topic: APX7000 Programming Thoughts
Replies: 64
Views: 16607

Re: APX7000 Programming Thoughts

Could anyone spare an APX7000 code plug Por Favor? U/7/8 or V/7/8 it dont matter. I probably wont have my own radio for months until we get enough shipped to us. Just want to mess with the radio wide settings, zone an channel stuff. Thanks in advance, PM me if you need to.
by 2wayfreq
Tue Feb 16, 2010 5:47 pm
Forum: Radio Programming
Topic: Thinkpad 380XD - serial port problem in DOS
Replies: 17
Views: 4359

Re: Thinkpad 380XD - serial port problem in DOS

I just don't understand why Thinkpads have to be so flaky and inflexible. If its an old serial ported Panasonic, Toshiba,HP,Dell,Compaq,Sony etc., Its just works. Sorry for the Rant. :P
by 2wayfreq
Tue Feb 16, 2010 3:42 pm
Forum: Radio Programming
Topic: Thinkpad 380XD - serial port problem in DOS
Replies: 17
Views: 4359

Re: Thinkpad 380XD - serial port problem in DOS

I'm having the exact same problem with my 380XD. It turns out, the only way to disable the IR port in the first place is to download the (Windows 95/98 Based) configuration software for the 380XD on Lenovo's site if you don't have it on your system. The DOS configuration software (for all think pads...
by 2wayfreq
Fri Jan 01, 2010 12:30 pm
Forum: Radio Programming
Topic: CPS problem
Replies: 9
Views: 1589

Re: CPS problem

Just a shot in the dark: Try right-clicking on the start icon and choose "Run as Administrator". I had an issue with touch monitor drivers not installing/running properly until I chose that option.
by 2wayfreq
Fri Jan 01, 2010 12:23 pm
Forum: Radio Programming
Topic: APX7000 Programming Thoughts
Replies: 64
Views: 16607

Re: APX7000 Programming Thoughts

We might get to play with a 2.x version in a few months. We are a bit under 2 years away from our 7.x 700Mhz cut over,I would bet it will change and improve a zillion times before then.
by 2wayfreq
Mon Dec 07, 2009 3:58 pm
Forum: Radio Programming
Topic: CDM 1550 EPROM CS Error HELP!
Replies: 7
Views: 1864

Re: CDM 1550 EPROM CS Error HELP!

I heard the latest CPS can restore this, can anyone confirm?
by 2wayfreq
Tue Aug 25, 2009 11:01 am
Forum: Legacy Batboard Motorola ASTRO (VSELP/IMBE/AMBE) Equipment Forum
Topic: New 09 Control Head!
Replies: 44
Views: 6483

Re: New 09 Control Head!

Very Nice!!
OK, so confirming that this will be mounted in a console? Because if this is supposed to go where the FM radio is, we already have Data 911 Touch screens in that spot. We will probably have the standard heads anyway.
by 2wayfreq
Mon May 18, 2009 8:08 am
Forum: Test Equipment & RF Equipment Alignment
Topic: Service Monitor Repair Shop (8920B)
Replies: 3
Views: 2330

Service Monitor Repair Shop (8920B)

Hi,
I am looking for a reputable shop other than Agilent that repairs HP 8920B Service monitors. I need to send one off for a bad RFIO module. Thanks
by 2wayfreq
Wed Mar 25, 2009 1:57 pm
Forum: Legacy Batboard Motorola ASTRO (VSELP/IMBE/AMBE) Equipment Forum
Topic: APX7000
Replies: 29
Views: 4492

Re: APX7000

Our County will be migrating to VHF/700MHz ASTRO25 7.x in about 2 years. It will have G-Series site equipment, GPS, IV&D, HPD etc. We are planning to have 70+ sites and (approximately) 95% coverage. I get the same reaction from deputies and the like, that the APX7000 antenna is Huge! Well, unles...
by 2wayfreq
Sun Mar 22, 2009 2:33 pm
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: Pre-Mature Low Battery Chirp (High Power)
Replies: 2
Views: 615

Pre-Mature Low Battery Chirp (High Power)

Hi,
Just curious, where in RSS do you adjust the battery draw thresholds to keep the battery chirp from triggering on High Power even on a full charge? These are Nimh non-impres batteries for XTS3000 and AS3. Or is this CPS only feature? Thanks
by 2wayfreq
Sun Mar 22, 2009 9:37 am
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: Two-way radio use on cruise ship. Possible? Permissable?
Replies: 61
Views: 20455

Re: Two-way radio use on cruise ship. Possible? Permissable?

Yeah,
I think you have real good coverage with 4 watts. I had an MT2000 UHF before and I kinda wish I kept it, one of my favorite M radios.. I liked the Loud,Crisp audio, real good battery life and ease of use. Yeah, Visar ,GP300s, SP50 and MT/S would be the way to go.
by 2wayfreq
Sat Mar 21, 2009 11:43 am
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: Two-way radio use on cruise ship. Possible? Permissable?
Replies: 61
Views: 20455

Re: Two-way radio use on cruise ship. Possible? Permissable?

Cool Thread, I would say, VHF would be the worst though decks. I think it would be a test between 900 and UHF. I don't plan on getting any 900 radios personally so maybe someone eventually will test the two out for performance. I would stick to 464.500 CSQ as a primary so you don't have to contend w...
by 2wayfreq
Fri Jan 23, 2009 3:29 pm
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: Can't get an open channel! HT1250LS & CDM1550LS
Replies: 30
Views: 3733

Re: Can't get an open channel! HT1250LS & CDM1550LS

I worked at a Casino Where we initially had RKR-1225s for the base repeaters. The problem? Well, after some heavy use, The RX would start to get real scratchy and stay that way. Come to find out the the RKR-1225 PAs (Transmitter modules) would "Melt Down". Seems that there was a heat venti...
by 2wayfreq
Mon Jan 05, 2009 10:59 am
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: APX7000 Availability
Replies: 12
Views: 3415

Re: APX7000 Availability

From what I understand (I could be wrong), that they are not going to have a "Quad Band" model. It will be VHF/700/800 with the eventual addition of a UHF/700/800 later on. For me, its wait and see how well these will perform initially. Don't forget, like anything brand new, I don't believ...
by 2wayfreq
Wed Dec 31, 2008 12:35 pm
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: APX7000 Availability
Replies: 12
Views: 3415

Re: APX7000 Availability

A UHF 700/800 is supposed to follow right behind the initial release of this one. Not sure if we are talking 380-470 or 450-520 (or both)?. There are APX training classes in Schaumberg in August 09. Hopefully, I'll get to go then. Riverside County, CA plans to have 60 plus sites VHF/700 Narrow with ...
by 2wayfreq
Wed Nov 26, 2008 8:20 am
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: MTVA Wiring connections
Replies: 1
Views: 615

MTVA Wiring connections

HI, I have an MTVA NTN-1340C with Control cable and 1322B box. I need to set this rig up as a test unit in the shop. My question is on the power cable that goes from the MTVA to a power source. The power cable I have has a Molex end from the MTVA. The other side had a molex as well. However, I don't...

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