Motorola Astro Digital Spectra Series Installation Manual

Spectra andDigital SpectraFM Two-Way Mobile RadiosInstallation Manual®®®

4Installation2NOTE: In this manual, all information relating to a specificcontrol-head model (A3, A4, A5, A7, or A9) will beapplicable to a similar co

5Figure 2 High-Power Radio Installation (Remote) Using A4, A5, A7 or A9 Control HeadsFigure 3 High-Power Radio Installation (Remote) Using A3 Control

6Figure 4 Low-/Mid-Power Radio Installation (Dash Mount) Using A4, A5, or A7 Control HeadsFigure 5 Low-/Mid-Power Radio Installation (Remote) Using A4

7Figure 6 Low-/Mid-Power Radio Installation (Dash Mount) Using A3 Control HeadsFigure 7 Low-/Mid-Power Radio Installation (Remote) Using A3 Control He

8Microphone Hang-up Clip InstallationThe hang-up clip must be within reach of the operator(s). Measure this distance before actually mounting the brac

9Remove the fuse from the fuseholder and connect the short red cable with the fuse connection to the positive battery terminal. Cut the long red radio

10To ensure a proper water seal, the jackscrews on the radio cable connector must be tight. If the accessory port on a remote mounted radio is not use

11DO NOT allow water to stand in recessed areas of vertically mounted radios. Remove any moisture immediately to prevent it from seeping down into the

12Remote A4, A5, A7, and A9 Model Control Head InstallationThe recommended mounting surfaces for the control unit are under the dashboard, on the tran

13Figure 10 A4, A5, and A7 Control Head Installation Exploded ViewFigure 11 A4, A5, and A7 Control Head Rear ViewRemote A3 Model Control Head Installa

ForewordThe information contained in this manual relates to all Spectra® and ASTRO® Digital Spectra® mobile radios unless otherwise specified. This ma

14Figure 12 A9 Control Head Installation Exploded ViewTransmit/Receive Control Cable Installation (A4, A5, A7, and A9 Remote Control Heads)The radio s

15Figure 13 Alternator Whine Suppressor Isolation DetailIf either wire is to be connected in the vehicle’s battery compartment, pass the end of the wi

16• Temporarily, install the fuse (both are 3-amp), into the fuse clips onto both sides of the fuse. Slide the spring over the remaining loose end of

17Receiver Control Power Lead (Green)Connect the green lead to the positive battery terminal (recommended) or the ignition switch (see Figure 8). When

18BEFORE INSTALLING AN ANTENNA ON THE TRUNK LID,- Be sure that the distance from the antenna location on the trunk lid will be at least 85 cm (33 inch

19Antenna Connection To ensure a secure connection of an antenna cable's mini-UHF plug to a radio's mini-UHF jack, their interlocking featur

20Figure 17 Installing the Phone Button Key onA4, A5, and A7 Model Control HeadsOptions and Accessories Installation for A4, A5, A7, and A9 Model Cont

21Emergency Pushbutton, Footswitch, Horn Relay, and Light Relay InstallationPerform the following installation procedure:1. Select an appropriate plac

22All ASTRO Digital Spectra radios and Spectra radios have accessory connector pins 2 and 8 connected together to allow the radio to power down. Openi

232. Lights Relay–Connect the relay across the headlamp ON/OFF switch, typically found in the steering column. Open the accessory cable connector and

Installation Requirements for Compliance withRadio Frequency (RF) Energy Exposure Safety StandardsATTENTION!This radio is intended for use in occupati

24Connecting Cables Perform the following if it has not been previously done:1. For all models except A3, remove the control head from its mounting tr

REPLACEMENT PARTS ORDERINGORDERING INFORMATIONMAIL ORDERSSend written orders to the following addresses:TELEPHONE ORDERSUnited States and Canada Acces

Motorola8000 West Sunrise BoulevardFort Lauderdale, Florida 3332268P81070C85-D*6881070C85**6881070C85*

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iTable of Contents1 - Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

iiList of FiguresFigure 1 Example of a Base/Control Station Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1Description1Introduction This manual covers the installation procedures for Spectra® and ASTRO® Digital Spectra radios and accessories required to co

2Radio Dimensions The Spectra and ASTRO Spectra Radios have the following dimensions (H x W x D):15-watt – 2.0” x 7.1” x 7.5”20- to 35-watt and 40-wat

3Figure 1 Example of a Base/Control Station ConfigurationCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCSpeakerDeskMicrophonePower SupplyWall-outletRadio in Desk