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- Page 1 APX™ TWO-WAY RADIOS APX 1000 MODEL 1.5 USER GUIDE APX 1000...
- Page 3 MOTOROLA, MOTO, MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS and the Stylized M logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Motorola Trademark Holdings, LLC and are used under license. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © 2014 by Motorola Solutions, Inc. All Rights Reserved. 06/14 1303 English East Algonquin Road, Schaumburg, Illinois 60196, U.S.A.
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Page 4: Display Status Icons
Sending an Emergency Call Display Status Icons On = User is currently associated with the radio. Press the Emergency button. Receiving a call or data Off = User is currently not associated with the radio. Press and hold the PTT button. Speak clearly Transmitting a call or data Blinking = Device registration or user into the microphone. -
Page 5: Declaration Of Conformity
This declaration is applicable to your radio only if your radio is labeled with the FCC logo shown below. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Per FCC CFR 47 Part 2 Section 2.1077(a) Responsible Party Name: Motorola Solutions, Inc. Address: 1303 East Algonquin Road, Schaumburg, Illinois 60196, U.S.A. Phone Number: 1-800-927-2744 Hereby declares that the product:... - Page 6 Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Documentation Copyrights ....xi Contents Disclaimer ......xii This User Guide contains all the information you need to use the APX™... - Page 8 Identifying Radio Controls ....8 Saving a Zone and Channel to a Softkey ..25 Saving a Zone and Channel to a Button ..25 Radio Parts and Controls .
- Page 9 Making a Dynamic Priority Change (Conventional (ASTRO 25 and ASTRO Conventional) ..41 Scan Only) .......33 Responding to the notification of Upgrade .
- Page 10 Taking Care of the Battery ....52 Checking the Battery Charge Status ... 52 LED and Sounds .
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Page 11: Important Safety Information
RF energy awareness and control for Compliance with applicable standards and Regulations. For a list of Motorola-approved antennas, batteries, and other accessories, visit the following website: http://www.motorolasolutions.com/APX Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter... -
Page 12: Software Version
This device may not cause harmful interference. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications made to this device, not expressly approved by Motorola, could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. viii English... -
Page 13: Informations Importantes Sur La Sécurité
Le présent émetteur a été approuvé par Industrie Canada produit pour radios bidirectionnelles portatives pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne agréés par Motorola et ayant un gain admissible maximal ainsi que l'impédance requise pour chaque type d'antenne indiqué. ATTENTION! Les types d'antenne non inclus, dont le gain est supérieur Cette radio ne doit être utilisée qu'à... -
Page 14: Version Du Logiciel
Cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence reçue, y compris les interférences qui peuvent perturber le fonctionnement. Les changements ou les modifications apportées à ce dispositif, non expressément approuvées par Motorola, peuvent annuler le droit de l'utilisateur à utiliser cet équipement. Français Canadien... -
Page 15: Computer Software Copyrights
Laws in the written permission of Motorola. No part of this manual United States and other countries preserve for Motorola may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any... -
Page 16: Disclaimer
However, no responsibility is assumed for inaccuracies. Furthermore, Motorola reserves the right to make changes to any products herein to improve readability, function, or design. Motorola does not assume any liability arising out of the applications or use of any product or circuit described herein;... -
Page 17: Getting Started
Notations Used in This Manual Getting Started Throughout the text in this publication, you will notice the use of Take a moment to review the following: WARNING, Caution, and Note. These notations are used to How to Use This Guide ......page 1 emphasize that safety hazards exist, and the care that must be Notations Used in This Manual . -
Page 18: Additional Performance Enhancement
What Your Dealer/System Administrator Additional Performance Enhancement Can Tell You The following are some of the latest creations designed to enhance the security, quality and efficiency of your radio. Check with your dealer or system administrator for the correct radio settings, if the radio is to be operated in extreme Dynamic System Resilience (DSR) temperatures (less than -30 °C or more than +60 °C), to ensure proper top and front display operation. -
Page 19: Preparing Your Radio For Use
Adjusting the Volume......page 7 For a list of Motorola-authorized batteries available for use with your radio, see Accessories on page 54. -
Page 20: Attaching The Battery
Attaching the Battery To remove the battery, turn the radio off. Lift up With the radio turned off, slide the battery into the radio’s frame the latch then slide the until the bottom latch clicks into place. battery down to remove the battery from the radio. -
Page 21: Attaching The Antenna
Attaching the Antenna Attaching the Accessory Connector Cover With the radio turned off, set the antenna in its receptacle and turn clockwise to attach it to the radio. The accessory connector is located on the antenna side of the radio. It is used to connect accessories to the radio. Note: To prevent damage to the connector, shield it with the connector cover when not in use. -
Page 22: Attaching The Belt Clip
Attaching the Belt Clip Turning On the Radio Align the grooves of the belt clip Press and hold the Multi-Function Knob (MFK) until the radio with those of the radio and push display lights up, then release the MFK. down until you hear a click. To remove the clip, use a flat object to press the belt clip tab If the power-up test is successful, you see the Home screen. -
Page 23: Adjusting The Volume
Adjusting the Volume Your radio is preprogrammed to reset to medium volume rate, which is Level 12, by default whenever the radio powers up. To increase the volume, turn the MFK clockwise. The display shows volume bars and volume level when you change the volume. -
Page 24: Identifying Radio Controls
Identifying Radio Controls Take a moment to review the following: Radio Parts and Controls ..... . . page 9 Programmable Features ..... . . page 10 Assignable Radio Functions . -
Page 25: Radio Parts And Controls
Radio Parts and Controls Top (Orange) Multi- Function Antenna Button* Knob (MFK)* Lightbar Microphone Microphone Top Side (Select) Speaker Button* Accessory Battery Connector Push-to-Talk Main Display (PTT) Button Menu Select Buttons Side Button 1* Side Button 2* Battery Latch * These radio controls/buttons are programmable. English... -
Page 26: Programmable Features
Internet Protocol Address – Displays the Internet Protocol (IP) Programmable Features address of the radio. Any reference in this manual to a control that is Mode Select – Long-press programs a button with the radio's “preprogrammed” means that the control must be programmed current zone and channels;... -
Page 27: Assignable Settings Or Utility Functions
Site Display/Search (Trunking Only) – Displays the current Accessing the Preprogrammed Functions site ID and RSSI value; performs site search for AMSS (Automatic Multiple Site Select) operation. You can access various radio functions through one of the following ways: Site Lock/Unlock (Trunking Only) –... -
Page 28: Using The Menu Select Buttons
Using the Menu Select Buttons Multi-Function Knob (MFK) MFK is the on/off button of your radio. See Turning On the The Menu Select buttons access the menu entries of features. Radio on page 6 for the procedure to power up and down your radio. -
Page 29: Push-To-Talk (Ptt) Button
Push-To-Talk (PTT) Button Identifying Status Indicators The PTT button on the side Your radio indicates its operational status through the following: of the radio serves two basic Status Icons ....... . . page 14 purposes : Top Lightbar and LED Indicators . -
Page 30: Status Icons
Status Icons Roaming The radio has roamed to and is currently The 160 x 90 pixel front liquid crystal display (LCD) of the radio registered to a foreign system. shows radio status, text entries, and menu entries. The top Direct display row contain color icons that indicate radio operating conditions. - Page 31 Power Level User Login Indicator (IP Packet Data) • • L = Radio is set at Low power. On = User is currently associated with your radio. • H = Radio is set at High power. • Off = User is currently not associated with your Scan radio.
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Page 32: Top Lightbar And Led Indicators
Top Lightbar and LED Indicators LED Indications Solid red – Radio is transmitting. The Top Lightbar and LED indicators show the operational Blinking red – Radio is transmitting at low battery condition. status of the radio. Rapidly blinking red – Radio has failed the self test upon powering up or encountered a fatal error. -
Page 33: Intelligent Lighting Indicators
Intelligent Lighting Indicators This feature temporary changes the color of the Top Lightbar and adds a color bar to the main display screen to help signal that a radio event has occurred. Note: This feature must be preprogrammed by a qualified radio technician. Bar Color Notification When... -
Page 34: Alert Tones
Alert Tones The radio uses alert tones to inform you of the radio’s condition. The following table lists these tones and when they occur. You Hear Tone Name Heard Radio Self Test Fail When radio fails its power-up self test. Reject When an unauthorized request is made. - Page 35 You Hear Tone Name Heard Valid Key-Press When a correct key is pressed. Radio Self Test Pass When radio passes its power-up self test. Clear Voice At beginning of a non-coded communication. Short, Priority Channel Medium-Pitched When activity on a priority channel is received. Received Tone Emergency Alarm /Call...
- Page 36 You Hear Tone Name Heard MFK Enters Secondary Doh-Sol When MFK is toggled to secondary feature. Feature MFK Exits Secondary Sol-Doh When MFK is toggled to exit secondary feature and return to primary feature. Feature English...
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Page 37: Phone Call Display And Alert Prompts
Phone Call Display and Alert Prompts The following appears on the radio’s display when you make and receive Phone calls. The radio also uses alert tones to indicate the current status. You Hear You See When Notes A Busy Phone busy When a channel is not available. -
Page 38: General Radio Operation
Selecting a Zone General Radio Operation A zone is a group of channels. Once you understand how your APX Portable is configured, you are ready to use your radio. Use this navigation guide to familiarize yourself with the basic Call features: Selecting a Zone . -
Page 39: Selecting A Radio Channel
Procedure: Selecting a Radio Channel Turn the preprogrammed Zone Change MFK to the required A channel is a group of radio characteristics, such as transmit/ zone. receive frequency pairs. Follow the procedure below. Press and hold the Menu Select button directly below ZnUp or ZnDn until the required zone appears. -
Page 40: Using Mode Select Feature
If Mode Change is secondary feature of MFK, see Using Mode Select Feature Multi-Function Knob (MFK) on page 12 to toggle the function of MFK. Mode Select allows a long press to save the radio’s current zone and channel to a programmable button or a softkey; then Procedure: once programmed, the short-press of that button or softkey Turn the preprogrammed MFK to the desired channel. -
Page 41: Saving A Zone And Channel To A Softkey
Saving a Zone and Channel to a Softkey Saving a Zone and Channel to a Button Five softkeys are available for you to save the frequent used All the programmable buttons allow you to save the frequent zone and channel. used zone and channel. -
Page 42: Receiving And Responding To A Radio Call
Receiving and Responding to a Radio Call Receiving and Responding to a Talkgroup Call To receive a call from a group of users, the radio must be Once you have selected the required channel and/or zone, you configured as part of that talkgroup. can proceed to receive and respond to calls. -
Page 43: Receiving And Responding To A Private Call (Trunking Only)
During the call, the display shows the caller ID (number), if Receiving and Responding to a Private Call the caller’s name is not in the call list. (Trunking Only) Press and hold the PTT button to talk. Release the PTT A Private Call is a call from an individual radio to another button to listen. -
Page 44: Repeater Or Direct Operation
Monitoring Features Repeater or Direct Operation The REPEATER operation increases the radio’s range by Radio users who switch from analog to digital radios often connecting with other radios through a repeater. The transmit assume that the lack of static on a digital channel is an and receive frequencies are different. -
Page 45: Monitoring A Channel
Monitoring a Channel Conventional Mode Operation Procedure: ® Your radio may be preprogrammed to receive Private-Line (PL) calls. Press the preprogrammed Monitor button and proceed to Step 3. Procedure: Momentarily press the Monitor button to listen for activity. The Carrier Squelch indicator appears on the display. Follow the procedure below. -
Page 46: Advanced Features
Advanced Call Features Advanced Features Use this navigation guide to learn more about advanced Receiving a Selective Call (ASTRO Conventional features available with your radio: Only) Advanced Call Features ..... . . page 30 This feature allows you to receive a call from or to call a specific Scan . -
Page 47: Using The Dynamic Regrouping Feature (Trunking Only)
Using the Dynamic Regrouping Feature (Trunking Requesting a Reprogram (Trunking Only) Only) This feature allows you to notify the dispatcher when you want a This feature allows the dispatcher to temporarily reassign new dynamic regrouping assignment. selected radios to a particular channel where they can Procedure: communicate with each other. -
Page 48: Classifying Regrouped Radios
Scan Classifying Regrouped Radios The dispatcher can classify regrouped radios into either of two This feature allows you to monitor traffic on different channels categories: Select Enabled or Select Disabled. by scanning a preprogrammed list of channels. • Select-enabled radios are free to change to any available channel, including the dynamic-regrouping channel, once the Turning Scan On or Off user has selected the dynamic-regrouping position. -
Page 49: Making A Dynamic Priority Change (Conventional Scan Only)
Making a Dynamic Priority Change (Conventional Deleting a Nuisance Channel Scan Only) If a channel continually generates unwanted calls or noise (termed a “nuisance” channel), you can temporarily remove the While the radio is scanning, the dynamic priority change feature unwanted channel from the scan list. -
Page 50: Restoring A Nuisance Channel
Call Alert Paging Restoring a Nuisance Channel Procedure: This feature allows your radio to work like a pager. To restore the deleted nuisance channel, do one of the The radio which you missed its call can send a Call Alert page following: to your radio. -
Page 51: Emergency Operation
Note: The radio operates in the normal dispatch manner Emergency Operation while in Emergency Call, except if enabled, it returns to one of the following: The Emergency feature is used to indicate a critical situation. • Tactical/Non-Revert – The radio sends emergency If the Top (Orange) button is preprogrammed to send an alarm and/or make emergency call on the current emergency signal, this signal overrides any other... -
Page 52: Sending An Emergency Alarm
Sending an Emergency Alarm Sending an Emergency Call (Trunking Only) This feature allows you to send a data transmission, which This feature gives your radio priority access to a talkgroup. identifies the radio sending the emergency, to the dispatcher. Procedure: Note: Emergency button press timer by default is set to 1 Press the preprogrammed Emergency button. -
Page 53: Sending An Emergency Alarm With Emergency Call
Press and hold the PTT button. Speak clearly into the Sending an Emergency Alarm with Emergency microphone. Call Release the PTT button to end the transmission and wait for This feature gives your radio priority access on a channel for a response from the dispatcher. -
Page 54: Changing Channels During Emergncy
Changing Channels during Emergncy Using the Emergency Keep-Alive Feature For ALL Emergency signals, when changing channels: This feature, when enabled, prevents the radio from being turned off via the MFK when the radio is in the Emergency • If the new channel is also preprogrammed for Emergency, state. -
Page 55: Automatic Registration Service (Ars)
Advanced Automatic Registration Service (ARS) Trunking System Controls This feature provides an automated data application registration Using the Failsoft System for the radio. When you turn on the radio, the device automatically registers with the server. The failsoft system ensures continuous radio communications during a trunked system failure. -
Page 56: Going Out Of Range
Going Out of Range Locking and Unlocking a Site When your radio goes out of the range of the system, it can no This feature allows your radio to lock onto a specific site. This longer lock onto a control channel. feature should be used with caution, since it inhibits roaming to another site in a wide-area system. -
Page 57: Viewing And Changing A Site
Programming Over Project 25 (POP 25) Viewing and Changing a Site (ASTRO 25 and ASTRO Conventional) This feature allows you to view the name of the current site or forces your radio to change to a new one. This feature enables configuration data to be upgraded to your radio over-the-air. -
Page 58: Responding To The Notification Of Upgrade
Voice Announcement Responding to the notification of Upgrade Procedure: This feature enables the radio to audibly indicate the current The display shows Upgrade?. feature mode, zone or channel the user has just assigned. This audio indicator can be customized per customer requirements. Press the Menu Select button below Acpt to accept the This is typically useful when the user is in a difficult condition to request to upgrade immediately. -
Page 59: Utilities
Procedure: Utilities You hear a voice announcement when the features below are preprogrammed in the radio. Selecting the Power Level • The radio powers up. The radio announces the current zone This feature enables you to reduce the transmit power level for and channel it is transmitting. -
Page 60: Enabling And Disabling The Radio Alias
Controlling the Display Backlight Follow the procedure below. You can enable or disable the radio’s display backlight as Press the Menu Select button directly below Pwr. needed, if poor light conditions make the display difficult to read. The display shows Low power and the low power icon. Depending on how your radio is preprogrammed, you can also maintain a minimum backlight level on the radio's front display. -
Page 61: Locking And Unlocking The Keypad And Controls
Locking and Unlocking the Keypad and Controls Turning Voice Mute On or Off You can lock your radio’s programmable buttons and MFK to You can enable and disable voice transmission, if needed. avoid inadvertent entry. Check with your dealer or qualified Procedure: technician for best selection to suite your usage. -
Page 62: Using The Time-Out Timer
Using the Time-Out Timer Using the Conventional Squelch Operation Features This feature turns off your radio’s transmitter. You cannot transmit longer than the preset timer setting. This feature filters out unwanted calls with low signal strength or channels that have a higher than normal background noise. If you attempt to do so, the radio automatically stops your transmission, and you hear a talk-prohibit tone. -
Page 63: Using The Pl Defeat Feature
Using the Digital PTT ID Feature Option Result You hear any digital traffic having This feature allows you to see the radio ID (number) of the radio Selective Switch the correct network access code from whom you are currently receiving a transmission. This ID, and correct talkgroup. -
Page 64: Viewing The Ip Information
Three variations of smart PTT are available: Viewing the IP Information Mode Description This feature displays the IP address. Transmit Inhibit Procedure: You cannot transmit if any traffic is on Busy Channel detected on the channel. Press the preprogrammed IP button and proceed to Step 3. with Carrier You cannot transmit on an active Follow the procedure below. -
Page 65: Helpful Tips
Caring for Your Radio Helpful Tips • Take a moment to review the following: The radio casting has a vent port Caring for Your Radio ......page 49 that allows for Cleaning Your Radio . -
Page 66: Cleaning Your Radio
Cleaning Your Radio • Do not submerge the radio as this results in damage to the radio. To clean the external surfaces of your radio: • If water is observed on the battery contact area, a u t i o n Combine one teaspoon of mild dishwashing detergent to dry and clean the radio battery contacts before one gallon of water (0.5% solution). -
Page 67: Handling Your Radio
Proper repair and maintenance procedures will assure efficient Do not pound, drop, or throw the radio unnecessarily. Never carry the radio by the antenna. operation and long life for this product. A Motorola maintenance agreement will provide expert service to keep this and all other •... -
Page 68: Taking Care Of The Battery
Taking Care of the Battery Fuel Gauge Icon A blinking fuel gauge icon ( ) is displayed only when the battery voltage drops to low level. In this case, replace with a Checking the Battery Charge Status fully charged battery. Your radio can indicate the battery’s charge status through: Gauge Battery Charge... -
Page 69: Battery Recycling And Disposal
Battery Recycling and Disposal In the U.S. and Canada, Motorola participates in the nationwide Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC) program for battery collection and recycling. Many retailers and dealers participate in this program. For the location of the drop-off facility closest to you, access RBRC's Internet web site at www.rbrc.com or call 1-800-8-... -
Page 70: Accessories
Highlights for the Accessories Accessories Only the following programming cables are compatible with The accessory link below is for APX radios. Not all accessories APX 1000 radios. are FCC certified for operation with all APX models and/or – APX DMR Port Programming Cable (PMKN4012B) bandsplits. -
Page 71: Appendix: Maritime Radio Use In The Vhf Frequency Range
State the position of the vessel in distress, using any Appendix: Maritime Radio Use in the information that will help responders to locate you, e.g.: VHF Frequency Range • latitude and longitude • bearing (state whether you are using true or magnetic Take a moment to review the following: north) Special Channel Assignments . -
Page 72: Operating Frequency Requirements
Table A-1: VHF Marine Channel List (Continued) Operating Frequency Requirements Frequency (MHz) Channel A radio designated for shipboard use must comply with Federal Number Transmit Receive Communications Commission Rule Part 80 as follows: 156.150 160.750 • on ships subject to Part II of Title III of the Communications Act, the radio must be capable of operating on the 156.800 156.200 160.800... - Page 73 Table A-1: VHF Marine Channel List (Continued) Table A-1: VHF Marine Channel List (Continued) Frequency (MHz) Frequency (MHz) Channel Channel Number Number Transmit Receive Transmit Receive 157.150 161.750 157.200 161.800 157.250 161.850 77** 156.875 – 157.300 161.900 156.925 161.525 157.350 161.950 156.975 161.575...
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Page 74: Declaration Of Compliance For The User Of Distress And Safety Frequencies
Declaration of Compliance for the User of Distress and Safety Frequencies The radio equipment does not employ a modulation other than the internationally adopted modulation for maritime use when it operates on the distress and safety frequencies spedified in RSS-182 Section 6.1. Table A-2: Technical Paratmeters for Interfacing External Data sources RS232... -
Page 75: Glossary
Automatic Registration Service Control Channel way/data communications path between Motorola standard for wireless digital the central controller and all radios on the ASTRO 25 trunked communications. system. - Page 76 Term Definition Term Definition An individual who has radio system A software-activated feature shown at the Dispatcher management duties. bottom of the display – selection of these Menu Entry features is controlled by the A feature that allows the dispatcher to Dynamic temporarily reassign selected radios to a buttons.
- Page 77 Term Definition Term Definition A one-way alert, with audio and/or display A conventional radio feature, where you Page messages. talk through a receive/transmit facility that Repeater re-transmits received signals, in order to Personality A set of unique features specific to a radio. improve communications range and Personal Identification Number coverage.
- Page 78 Term Definition Bypass a repeater and talk directly to Talkaround another unit for easy local unit-to-unit communications. An organization or group of radio users Talkgroup who communicate with each other using the same communication path. The automatic sharing of communications Trunking paths between a large number of users (see Conventional).
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Page 79: Commercial Warranty
Product manufactured by MOTOROLA. MOTOROLA assumes no obligations or liability for additions or modifications to this warranty I. WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS AND FOR HOW unless made in writing and signed by an officer of MOTOROLA. LONG: Unless made in a separate agreement between MOTOROLA and the original end user purchaser, MOTOROLA does not warrant the MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS INC. - Page 80 H)Freight costs to the repair depot. Warranty service will be provided by MOTOROLA through one of its I) A Product which, due to illegal or unauthorized alteration of the authorized warranty service locations. If you first contact the software/firmware in the Product, does not function in company which sold you the Product (e.g., dealer or...
- Page 81 J) Scratches or other cosmetic damage to Product surfaces that MOTOROLA will have no liability with respect to any claim of patent does not affect the operation of the Product. infringement which is based upon the combination of the Product or parts furnished hereunder with software, apparatus or devices not K) Normal and customary wear and tear.
- Page 82 Motorola Solutions Australia’s limited warranty below is in addition to any rights and remedies you may have under the Australian Consumer Law. If you have any queries, please call Motorola Solutions Australia at 1800 457 439. You may also visit our website: http://www.motorolasolutions.com/XA-EN/ Pages/Contact_Us for the most updated warranty terms.
- Page 84 Schaumburg, Illinois 60196 U.S.A. MOTOROLA, MOTO, MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS and the Stylized M logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Motorola Trademark Holdings, LLC and are used under license. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © 2014 Motorola Solutions, Inc. All rights reserved.