Motorola SL1M User manual

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Foreword
This manual covers all models of the SL1M Portable Radios, unless otherwise specified. It includes all the information
necessary to maintain peak product performance and maximum working time, using levels 1 and 2 maintenance
procedures. This level of service goes down to the board replacement level and is typical of some local service centers,
self-maintained customers, and distributors.
Product Safety and RF Exposure Compliance
For a list of Motorola-approved antennas, batteries, and other accessories, visit the following web site:
http://www.motorolasolutions.com
Computer Software Copyrights
The Motorola products described in this manual may include copyrighted Motorola computer programs stored in
semiconductor memories or other media. Laws in the United States and other countries preserve for Motorola certain
exclusive rights for copyrighted computer programs, including, but not limited to, the exclusive right to copy or reproduce in
any form the copyrighted computer program. Accordingly, any copyrighted Motorola computer programs contained in the
Motorola products described in this manual may not be copied, reproduced, modified, reverse-engineered, or distributed in
any manner without the express written permission of Motorola. Furthermore, the purchase of Motorola products 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 non-exclusive license to use that arises by operation of law in the
sale of a product.
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of Motorola. No part of this manual may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic
or mechanical, for any purpose without the express written permission of Motorola.
Disclaimer
The information in this document is carefully examined, and is believed to be entirely reliable. 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; nor does it cover any license under its patent rights nor the rights of others.
Trademarks
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.
ATTENTION! Before using this radio, read the guide enclosed with your
radio which contains important operating instructions for
safe usage and RF energy awareness and control for
compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
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Document History
The following major changes have been implemented in this manual since the previous edition:
Edition Description Date
MN000916A01-AA Initial Release Sept. 2014
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Foreword........................................................................................................iii
Product Safety and RF Exposure Compliance ........................................................................................... iii
Computer Software Copyrights .................................................................................................................. iii
Document Copyrights ................................................................................................................................. iii
Disclaimer................................................................................................................................................... iii
Trademarks ................................................................................................................................................ iii
Document History ......................................................................................... v
Commercial Warranty ................................................................................xvii
Limited Warranty ..................................................................................................................................... xvii
MOTOROLA COMMUNICATION PRODUCTS ........................................................................... xvii
I. What This Warranty Covers And For How Long .................................................................. xvii
II. General Provisions .............................................................................................................. xvii
III. State Law Rights .............................................................................................................. xviii
IV. How To Get Warranty Service .......................................................................................... xviii
V. What This Warranty Does Not Cover................................................................................. xviii
VI. Patent And Software Provisions ......................................................................................... xix
VII. Governing Law................................................................................................................... xix
Battery and Charger Warranty ....................................................................xx
Workmanship Warranty .............................................................................................................................xx
Capacity Warranty .....................................................................................................................................xx
Chapter 1 Introduction ......................................................................... 1-1
1.1 Notations Used in This Manual .................................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Radio Description ........................................................................................................................ 1-1
1.2.1 Radio Overview ............................................................................................................... 1-2
1.3 Portable Radio Model Numbering Scheme ................................................................................. 1-3
1.4 Model Charts ............................................................................................................................... 1-4
1.4.1 VHF (136–174 MHz) 2–3W Model Chart......................................................................... 1-4
1.4.2 UHF (403–470 MHz) 2–3W Model Chart ........................................................................ 1-5
1.5 Specifications............................................................................................................................... 1-6
Chapter 2 Test Equipment and Service Aids ..................................... 2-1
2.1 Recommended Test Equipment .................................................................................................. 2-1
2.2 Service Aids ................................................................................................................................. 2-2
2.3 Portable Programming Cable ...................................................................................................... 2-3
2.4 Micro USB Programming Cable................................................................................................... 2-4
2.5 Audio Test Cable ......................................................................................................................... 2-5
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Chapter 3 Transceiver Performance Testing ..................................... 3-1
3.1 General ........................................................................................................................................ 3-1
3.2 Setup............................................................................................................................................ 3-1
3.3 Test Mode .................................................................................................................................... 3-2
3.3.1 Power Up Test Mode ....................................................................................................... 3-2
3.3.1.1 Display Model ................................................................................................... 3-2
3.3.2 Front Panel AccessTest Mode......................................................................................... 3-2
3.3.2.1 Display Model ................................................................................................... 3-2
3.3.3 RF Test Mode .................................................................................................................. 3-2
3.3.3.1 Display Model ................................................................................................... 3-2
3.3.4 LED Status Test Mode..................................................................................................... 3-8
3.3.4.1 Display Model ................................................................................................... 3-8
3.3.5 LED Display Matrix Test Mode ........................................................................................ 3-8
3.3.5.1 Display Model ................................................................................................... 3-8
3.3.6 Speaker Tone Test Mode ................................................................................................ 3-8
3.3.6.1 Display Model ................................................................................................... 3-8
3.3.7 Earpiece Tone Test Mode ............................................................................................... 3-8
3.3.7.1 Display Model ................................................................................................... 3-8
3.3.8 Audio Loopback Earpiece Test........................................................................................ 3-8
3.3.8.1 Display Model ................................................................................................... 3-8
3.3.9 Battery Check Test Mode ................................................................................................ 3-9
3.3.9.1 Display Model ................................................................................................... 3-9
3.3.10 Button Test Mode ............................................................................................................ 3-9
3.3.10.1 Display Model ................................................................................................... 3-9
Chapter 4 Radio Programming and Tuning ....................................... 4-1
4.1 Introduction .................................................................................................................................. 4-1
4.2 Customer Programming Software Setup ..................................................................................... 4-1
4.3 AirTracer Application Tool............................................................................................................ 4-3
4.4 Radio Tuning Setup ..................................................................................................................... 4-3
Chapter 5 Disassembly And Reassembly Procedures ..................... 5-1
5.1 Introduction .................................................................................................................................. 5-1
5.2 Preventive Maintenance .............................................................................................................. 5-1
5.2.1 Inspection ........................................................................................................................ 5-2
5.2.2 Cleaning Procedures ....................................................................................................... 5-2
5.3 Safe Handling of CMOS and LDMOS Devices ............................................................................ 5-3
5.4 Repair Procedures and Techniques – General............................................................................ 5-4
5.5 Disassembling and Reassembling the Radio – General.............................................................. 5-5
5.6 Radio Disassembly – Detailed ..................................................................................................... 5-6
5.6.1 Holster Disassembly ........................................................................................................5-6
5.6.2 External Antenna Disassembly........................................................................................ 5-6
5.6.3 Back Housing Disassembly ............................................................................................. 5-7
5.6.4 Main PCB Disassembly ................................................................................................. 5-11
5.6.5 Audio Jack Flex, Micro USB Flex, Microphone (MIC), Speaker Flex, LCD Display, and
Internal Antenna Disassembly ....................................................................................... 5-13
5.6.6 Dust Cover Disassembly ............................................................................................... 5-15
5.7 Radio Reassembly – Detailed.................................................................................................... 5-16
5.7.1 Dust Cover Reassembly ................................................................................................ 5-16
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5.7.2 Internal Antenna Reassembly ....................................................................................... 5-17
5.7.3 LCD Display Reassembly.............................................................................................. 5-18
5.7.4 Audio Jack Flex, Micro USB Flex, Microphone (MIC), Speaker Flex, LCD Display, and
Internal Antenna Reassembly ....................................................................................... 5-18
5.7.5 Internal Frame Reassembly .......................................................................................... 5-19
5.7.6 Main PCB Reassembly.................................................................................................. 5-20
5.7.7 Back Housing Reassembly............................................................................................ 5-21
5.7.8 External Antenna Reassembly ...................................................................................... 5-24
5.7.9 Holster Reassembly ...................................................................................................... 5-24
5.8 Radio Exploded Mechanical Views and Parts Lists ................................................................... 5-25
5.9 Torque Chart.............................................................................................................................. 5-27
Chapter 6 Basic Troubleshooting ....................................................... 6-1
6.1 Introduction .................................................................................................................................. 6-1
6.2 Power-Up Error Codes ................................................................................................................ 6-1
6.3 Operational Error Codes.............................................................................................................. 6-3
Appendix A EMEA Regional Warranty, Service and Technical Support ..
..............................................................................................A-1
A.1 Warranty and Service Support.....................................................................................................A-1
A.1.1 Warranty Period and Return Instructions ........................................................................A-1
A.1.2 After Warranty Period ......................................................................................................A-1
A.2 European Radio Support Centre (ERSC) ....................................................................................A-2
A.3 Piece Parts ..................................................................................................................................A-2
A.4 Technical Support........................................................................................................................A-3
A.5 Further Assistance From Motorola ..............................................................................................A-3
Glossary......................................................................................... Glossary-1
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