Motorola Astro Saber 3 Manual

							TM
DIGI T A L SOL UT
IONS
Motorola
8000 West Sunrise Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33322
Digital XTS 3000
TM
Full-Featured Model
User’s Guide
*6881083C75*
68P81083C75-O 
						

							 
This manual describes how to operate an ASTRO Digital XTS 3000 
Full-Featured Model Portable Radio. 
The full-featured model has a display, a 3 x 2 control  
keypad, and a 3 x 4 alphanumeric keypad.
This manual first introduces you to your new radio. Then it covers general 
radio operation and commonly used radio features. Next, special radio features 
available on an ASTRO Digital XTS 3000 radio are described. The back section 
of this manual includes a glossary, alert tone and status indicator tables, 
helpful tips, and an index. 
Use this manual to become familiar with your ASTRO radio. But, before 
operating your radio, please read and understand the “FCC Safety Standards” 
on the inside back cover of this manual.
 
Notations Used in This Manual 
Throughout the text in this publication, you will notice the use of WARNINGS, 
CAUTIONS, and Notes. These notations are used to emphasize that safety 
hazards exist, and care must be taken or observed.
WARNING: An operational procedure, practice, or 
condition, etc., which may result in injury or death if not 
carefully observed.
CAUTION: An operational procedure, practice, or 
condition, etc., which may result in damage to the 
equipment if not carefully observed. 
Note: An operational procedure, practice, or condition, etc., 
which is essential to emphasize.
You will also notice the following special notations used to identify 
certain items:
Example
Description
 
Light Button  
 or  
> 
Buttons and keys will be shown in bold print or as a 
key symbol.  
“  
FF F F
II I I
RR R R
EE E E
      
DD D D
II I I
SS S S
PP P P
      
NN N N
WW W W 
”  
Information appearing on the radio’s display will be 
shown within quotation marks.
           
   
PP P P
HH H H
OO O O
NN N N 
Softkeys will be shown as they would appear on the 
radio’s display.
Signifies different steps with the same end result.
Signifies alternating radio display information.
Signifies different steps with a different end results.
WARNING!
CAUTION!
Notes
 
OR 
Preface 
						

							 
     Digital XTS 3000
Full-Featured Model
Portable Radio 
Quick-Reference Card 
Write your
 radio’s programmed features on the 
dotted line.
 
GENERAL 
Turning the Radio On  
: Rotate the   
On/Off/
Volume Control Knob  
 clockwise.  
Monitoring (Conventional Channels Only):  
 
Momentarily press the   
Monitor Button  
 and listen 
for voice activity.  
Transmitting:  
 Press and hold the   
PTT Switch  
.  
Receiving:  
 Release the   
PTT Switch  
.
 
Selecting a Zone and Channel: 
1. Press  
> 
 until the  
ZONE 
 softkey appears.
2. Press  
M 
 directly below  
ZONE 
.
3a. Press  
> 
 until the desired zone name appears.  
OR  
3b. Enter the number of the desired zone.  
If the displayed zone/channel combination is 
acceptable:  
4. Press  
O 
 or the   
PTT Switch  
.  
If you would like a different channel:  
4a. Press  
> 
 until the  
CHAN 
 softkey appears.
5. Press  
M 
 directly 
below  
CHAN 
.
6a. Press  
> 
 until the 
desired channel name 
appears.  
OR   
6b. Enter the number of 
the desired channel.
7. Press  
O 
 or the   
PTT Switch  
. 
COMMON RADIO FEATURE 
Making an Individual Call:  
1a. Press  
> 
 until one 
of the following 
softkeys appears: 
PHON 
 for Telephone Call 
CALL 
 for a Private-Conversation Call 
PAGE 
 for a Call-Alert Page
2. Press  
M 
 directly below the desired softkey.
3a. If you wish to call the last number dialed, 
press the   
PTT Switch  
.
3b. Press  
< 
 or  
> 
 until you locate the 
member’s number you wish to call.
3c. Enter the number that corresponds to that 
member’s placement within the list and press 
the   
PTT Switch  
.
3d. Enter a new number and press the   
PTT 
Switch  
.
3DEF
HOME
XTS 3000
A
B
CFIRE DISP NW
    CHAN
PAGE    DIR
16-Position
Select Knob
3-Position
Switch
 _ _ _ _ _ _ _
Speaker/
MicrophoneTop Button
 _ _ _ _ _ _ _
Concentric 
Switch
_ _ _ _ _ _ 
Display
3x4 Keypad
Softkey,
Arrow, and
Home Keys
 
OR 
4b. Rotate the   
Zone/Channel 
Select Knob  
 to 
the desired 
channel; then 
go to step 7. 
FOLD
FOLD
!
 
1b. Press the   
Phone  
,   
Call  
, or   
Page 
Button  
; then go 
to step 3.
 
OR
Top Side 
Button 
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ 
On/Off/
Volume Knob
Side Button 1 
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ 
Side Button 2 
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ 
PTT Switch 
						

							 
COMMON and
SPECIAL RADIO FEATURES
 
Most of your radio features can be accessed by 
performing the following steps (for more detail, 
refer to the feature description in your manual).
1a.Press 
 
>
 
 until 
the desired 
softkey appears 
(see softkey list 
below).
2.Press 
 
M
 
 
directly below 
the desired 
softkey.
3.In most cases, the display will change to show 
the current state of the feature and the 
available softkey choices.
4a.If you want to change the feature state, press 
 
M
 
 directly below the desired softkey choice.
 
  OR 
 
4b.If you do not want to change the feature state, 
press 
 
O
 
 or the 
 
PTT Switch
 
.
 
OR
 
1b.Press (or rotate) 
the 
 
Feature 
Button/Switch
 
 (if 
programmed, see 
front of card); this 
takes your directly 
to step 3.
 Softkey Feature List 
Softkey
Feature
 
CALL
 Individual Private-Conversation 
Call or Selection Call 
CHAN
 
Channel Selection
 
DIR 
 
Bypass Repeater (Talkaround) and 
Talk Directly to Another Radio
 
ERAS 
Erasure (Zeroization) of
Encryption Key(s)
 LOGF 
Radio Lock (Log Off)
 INDX 
Encyption Key(s) Index Grouping
 MSG 
 
Message-List Selection
 
MUTE
 
Keypad Tones Muting
 
PAGE
 
Call-Alert Page
 
PHON
 
Telephone Call 
 
PROG
 
List Programming of Individual-
Call Numbers and Scan Channels
 
PSWD
 
Program New Password
 
PWR 
 
TX Power-Level Selection
 
RPGM
 
New Dynamic-Regrouping Request
 
SCAN
 
Scan Operation
 
SITE
 
Multiple Site Selection
 
STS 
 
Status-List Selection
 
VIEW
 
List Viewing
 
ZONE
 
Zone Selection
 
Softkey
Feature
 
FOLD
FOLD 
						

							 
Contents
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Digital XTS 3000
 
Portable Radio
Full-Featured Model
 
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1  
Inspection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  1
Radio Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2
Antenna Installation and Removal  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5
Battery Installation and Removal  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  7
Belt-Clip Installation and Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  8
Universal Connector Cover Installation and Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  9  
General Radio Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11  
Turning the Radio On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11
Selecting a Zone and Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  12
Receiving/Transmitting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  16
Using Lists  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  17
General Radio Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  25  
Common Radio Features  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  31  
Data Calls (Status Calls or Message Calls) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  31
Emergency  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  33
Individual Calls  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  36
PL Defeat  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  43
Repeater Access. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  43
Repeater/Direct. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  44
Scan  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  45
Selecting Squelch Operation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  51
Smart PTT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  52
, Motorola, XTS 3000, Private-Line, Digital Private-Line, Call Alert, MDC-
1200, DVP, DVP-XL, Private Conversation, Call Alert, SmartZone, and Quik-
Call are trademarks of Motorola, Inc.
© 1996 by Motorola, Inc. Radio Products Group
8000 W. Sunrise Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33322
Printed in U.S.A. 6/96. All Rights Reserved.
User’s Guide
68P81083C75-O 
						

							 
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Contents
 
Special Radio Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53  
Dynamic Regrouping. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
PTT-ID Receive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
PTT-ID Transmit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Secure Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Selectable Power-Level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Trunking System Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63  
Additional Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67  
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Alert Tones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Status Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Battery Charging and Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Helpful Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Radio Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Air Bag Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76  
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77  
For information regarding Factory Mutual Approved models, options, and 
accessories, refer to the Factory Mutual Approved Supplement for ASTRO 
Digital XTS 3000 Radios (Motorola part number 68P81084C86). 
Computer Software Copyrights 
The Motorola equipment described in this manual may include copyrighted 
Motorola computer programs stored in semiconductor memories or other 
media. Laws in the United States and in other countries preserve for Motorola 
certain exclusive rights for copyrighted computer programs, including the 
exclusive right to copy or reproduce in any form the copyrighted computer 
program. Accordingly, any copyrighted Motorola computer programs 
contained in Motorola equipment described in this manual may not be copied 
or reproduced in any manner without the express written permission of 
Motorola. Furthermore, the purchase of Motorola equipment 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 nonexclusive, royalty free license to use that arises by 
operation of law in the sales of a product. 
						

							 
1
Introduction
 
1 
Introduction 
Congratulations on your purchase of Motorola’s leading edge in two-way 
radio communications; ASTRO, the digital solution.
ASTRO digital technology represents a revolution in two-way radio 
communication. With its expanded benefits and increased flexibility, an 
ASTRO digital system gives you an advanced new perspective on the way 
you communicate.
Motorola is committed to leadership in two-way radio communications for 
all types of private and public use. In addition to providing you with a wide 
range of analog solutions, Motorola is the leader in developing new digital 
solutions to serve you today and in the years ahead. ASTRO narrowband 
technology is the world’s first digital two-way radio system. It offers many 
highly-sophisticated features previously unavailable for users of privately-
owned systems, while maintaining compatibility with existing analog 
systems. Your ASTRO Digital XTS 3000 radio will provide you with many 
years of dependable service, with the quality and reliability that you expect 
from Motorola. 
Inspection  
Inspect the shipping carton for any signs of damage. Remove and check the 
contents to be sure that all ordered items have been shipped. Inspect all 
items thoroughly. If any items have been damaged during transit, report the 
damage to the shipping company immediately. 
						

							 
2
Introduction
 
Radio Controls 
Programmable Switches and Buttons 
Refer to Table 1 for the features that are programmable through radio 
service software (RSS) to the ASTRO Digital XTS 3000 radio controls. Then 
write, in the space provided below the appropriate switch or button on 
this page, the features that apply to   
your 
 radio’s programming (consult 
your service technician).
1
23
4
56
7
8
09ABCDEF
GHIJKLMNO
PRSTUVWXY
HOME
XTS 3000
A
B
C
A
B
C
2-Position
Concentric Switch
Top Side Button
Side Button 1
Side Button 2Top Button
3-Position
A/B/C Switch 
						

							 
Introduction
3 
Table 1. Programmable Features 
Call Alert™ (pg. 36-43)Nuisance-Delete (pg. 47)Secure/Clear (pg. 57 )
Call Response (pg. 42)Phone (pg. 36-43)Selective Call (pg. 36-43)
Channel (pg. 12-15)PL Defeat (pg. 43)Site Lock/Unlock (pg. 64)
Dynamic Priority (pg. 47)Private Call (pg. 36-43)Site Search (pg. 65)
Emergency (pg. 33-35)Repeater Access (pg. 43)Status (pg. 31)
Keypad Mute (pg. 29)Repeater/Direct (pg. 44)Tx Power-Level (pg. 62)
Light (pg. 74)Reprogram Request 
(pg. 54)Volume Set (pg. 16)
Message (pg. 29)Scan On/Off (pg. 45-46)Zone (pg. 12-13)
Monitor  (pg. 16)
(pg.XX) = Page Number of Feature Description 
						

							 
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Introduction
 
Switches, Buttons, Knobs, and Indicators
1
23
4
56
7
8
09ABCDEF
GHIJKLMNO
PRSTUVWXY
HOME
XTS 3000
A
B
C
FIRE DISP NW
    CHAN
PAGE    DIR
Softkey Buttons
Select “softkey” features.
3 x 4 Alphanumeric Keypad
Provides interface to your radio’s
features; arranged and functions
like a standard telephone keypad.
Softkeys (bottom two 
display lines of LCD)
Display of radio features 
controlled by softkey buttons.
Speaker
Emits audio. Antenna
Radiates and receives 
radio-frequency energy. 
Microphone
Accepts audio.
 
On/Off/Volume 
Control Knob 
Turns the radio on and off and 
adjusts the volume level. 
Push-To-Talk
(PTT) Switch 
Puts the radio in the 
transmit (send) mode. 
Battery 
Rechargeable, 7.5Vdc 
power source. 
Bicolor LED 
Indicates the radio’s operating status;
Red =Transmitting
Blinking Red = Channel Busy or Low 
                       Battery (while transmitting)
Blinking Green = Receipt of Individual Call 
Arrow Keys  
  
< 
  
> 
Used to scroll through 
softkeys and lists. 
Home Key   
O 
Returns you to the 
home display. 
16-Position Select Knob 
Selects the operating system (zone) 
and/or specific channel. 
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) 
Provides visual information 
(status indicator line, plus two 
display lines with 12 characters 
maximum on each display line).