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by rwo978
Sat Aug 21, 2010 11:31 am
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: XTS3K PTT repair
Replies: 2
Views: 544

Re: XTS3K PTT repair

Anyone on this? Have someone interested in the radio, but they'd like the PTT fixed.

Can you buy just the PTT cover?
by rwo978
Fri Aug 20, 2010 7:48 am
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: XTS3K PTT repair
Replies: 2
Views: 544

XTS3K PTT repair

How hard is it to fix the external button? The large black oval on one radio I have 'flaps' from the back forward. I have it taped down now so it doesn't flop open, get caught on something, and rip off completely. But, want to repair it correctly. Can one buy just the button 'cover'? The button othe...
by rwo978
Fri Mar 19, 2010 8:29 am
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: Radio Locking Legality
Replies: 32
Views: 5534

Re: Radio Locking Legality

Funny story, vollie group I'm in, I've inherited the job of "radio guy" after the previous tech quit to join up a competing vollie group (that's a whole long dramatic soap opera). Anywho, I had updated all the channel line ups after he left after the admin board decided on the change. But,...
by rwo978
Fri Jan 29, 2010 4:35 am
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: W9 Astro Spectra, which siren parts needed??
Replies: 19
Views: 3779

Re: W9 Astro Spectra, which siren parts needed??

OK, wierd.... Did some troubleshooting. Rehooked everything up and tried the DEK. Works. Reuploaded the codeplug eliminating the DEK and hainvg the siren functions on the W9 panel. Works. :roll: Oh well, that problem's fixed. Now, the no audio to the interior speaker.... will talk to the original pr...
by rwo978
Fri Jan 29, 2010 1:02 am
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: W9 Astro Spectra, which siren parts needed??
Replies: 19
Views: 3779

Re: W9 Astro Spectra, which siren parts needed??

Just to make sure it was none of the sys9000 parts that are the problem, I tested all on an existing/working setup. The amp, cable, DEK, and DEK interface cable all work.

Are there certain Spectras that can't have this added? (IE, not in firmware/flash code?) Or are all setup for it.
by rwo978
Thu Jan 28, 2010 6:09 pm
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: W9 Astro Spectra, which siren parts needed??
Replies: 19
Views: 3779

Re: W9 Astro Spectra, which siren parts needed??

Radio is not installed right now, will be going into our command trailer. But, I want to get the siren programmed up before installing. Currently using a DC power supply in the house (like for a base radio). The radio red main, org, green, and siren red all go to pos, the radio black and siren black...
by rwo978
Thu Jan 28, 2010 5:29 pm
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: W9 Astro Spectra, which siren parts needed??
Replies: 19
Views: 3779

Re: W9 Astro Spectra, which siren parts needed??

alex wrote:What is the actual part number of the siren?

Does it say "ASTRO" on the label?

-Alex
rwo978 wrote: Amp PN is HLN1185E, DEK PN is HLN1241D, and Cable PN is HKN4363C.
Yes, says Astro on the lable too. And, if I have to use the DEK, I have the cable to connect to the W9.
by rwo978
Thu Jan 28, 2010 3:04 pm
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: W9 Astro Spectra, which siren parts needed??
Replies: 19
Views: 3779

Re: W9 Astro Spectra, which siren parts needed??

Thread revival.... I have this exact same quesiton, but already have the parts and am having a hard time getting the unit going in the programming. I've wrote to the radio, but can't get any reaction from the siren amp. A DEK came with the unit as well, but I'd like to use the W9 head if possible to...
by rwo978
Sat Jan 16, 2010 9:52 am
Forum: Vehicle Radio Installs
Topic: XTVA Mic Extension
Replies: 4
Views: 3301

Re: XTVA Mic Extension

http://cgi.ebay.com/OPC-440-Icom-Kenwood-Yaesu-Mic-Extension-Cable-10-ft_W0QQitemZ180426172912QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item2a023ce9f0 Did it turn out something like this? I bought an XTVA, which I'm not 100% sold on. So, selling it to another guy I work with who's going to put it ...
by rwo978
Sun Jan 10, 2010 6:26 am
Forum: Vehicle Warning Equipment Discussion
Topic: LED lightbar
Replies: 6
Views: 10629

Re: LED lightbar

I had one of these. It came with no stickers/markings what-so-ever.
by rwo978
Fri Jan 08, 2010 11:37 am
Forum: Vehicle Warning Equipment Discussion
Topic: LED lightbar
Replies: 6
Views: 10629

Re: LED lightbar

I'm sure it's a no name. Any dealer that sells the same KO bar should be able to get parts. Maybe check around eBay??
by rwo978
Tue Jan 05, 2010 8:52 pm
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: XTVA general questions...
Replies: 6
Views: 835

Re: XTVA general questions...

Sorry, would be a VHF amp. Thanks for the tips/info. Keep it coming. Trying to decide what to buy.
by rwo978
Tue Jan 05, 2010 9:25 am
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: XTVA general questions...
Replies: 6
Views: 835

XTVA general questions...

I've got very limited knowledge of Moto.... so looking for some answers. The XTVA works with a 3000 or 5000, correct? Do all XTVAs work with all 3000s or 5000s ... save the 3000 M1, which I read won't work... display only? Is there any programming involved of the XTVA to get all the funtions of the ...
by rwo978
Sun Jan 03, 2010 4:33 am
Forum: Vehicle Radio Installs
Topic: Whelen lightbar shuts off with RF
Replies: 19
Views: 7405

Re: Whelen lightbar shuts off with RF

Had a similar problem with a Liberty and UHF radio. Grounded the top of the frame to the bottom and the problem went away.
by rwo978
Mon Dec 28, 2009 6:31 pm
Forum: Vehicle Warning Equipment Discussion
Topic: Federal Signal SS2000 Diagram for School
Replies: 5
Views: 11804

Re: Federal Signal SS2000 Diagram for School

Fro a basic setup, you need the control head, the amp, the phone style cord to connect the control to the amp, and the 12 pin white plug. The 12 pin incdues wires like and ignition power wire and ground to turn the amp on, speaker wires, and wiring for additional functions like siren park kill, horn...
by rwo978
Wed Jul 09, 2008 10:54 am
Forum: Vehicle Warning Equipment Discussion
Topic: 08 Explorer install No lightbar!
Replies: 13
Views: 7998

Re: 08 Explorer install No lightbar!

Too much white to the rear.
by rwo978
Tue May 13, 2008 8:42 pm
Forum: Vehicle Radio Installs
Topic: What is it with people?
Replies: 15
Views: 5933

Re: What is it with people?

Before buying my Yukon 3 years ago, I had a leased Ranger. I bought the extra "damage insurance" or whatever it's called because I knew I was going to be modifying. It only cost me a couple hundo. When it came time for turn in, no one said squat about the couple holes in the dash, above th...
by rwo978
Tue Jul 31, 2007 7:41 am
Forum: Vehicle Warning Equipment Discussion
Topic: Motorola Sirens VS others
Replies: 16
Views: 11165

Re: Motorola Sirens VS others

Is there a way to externally program the siren head that is separate of the radio head? Or does it have to be hooked up to a computer?

I'd like to mess around with the manual tonight at work and try to get it to a true, momentary manual. However, obviously, I don't have the programming computer...
by rwo978
Tue Jul 31, 2007 7:38 am
Forum: Vehicle Warning Equipment Discussion
Topic: Motorola Sirens VS others
Replies: 16
Views: 11165

Re: Motorola Sirens VS others

Figured as much.

Install joint just put a VisionHawk in a new car 2 weeks ago.......... and it hasn't worked since they put it in. And, the car came back with the HAWS not working. :roll:
by rwo978
Tue Jul 31, 2007 6:37 am
Forum: Vehicle Warning Equipment Discussion
Topic: Motorola Sirens VS others
Replies: 16
Views: 11165

Re: Motorola Sirens VS others

Depending on the type of setup you have, you can get by with 2 "remote" mount control heads, one for your radio (Spectra, Kenwood 30 or 90 series...) and one head for you lights/siren/arrow (Smart Siren, CenCom, RLS, HHS2100...). There are options out there. The thing with the Spectra radi...
by rwo978
Fri Jul 27, 2007 9:50 am
Forum: Vehicle Warning Equipment Discussion
Topic: Motorola Sirens VS others
Replies: 16
Views: 11165

Re: Motorola Sirens VS others

I'll sacrifice something I rarely use (PA) for more functions of another model.

The one time I had to use the PA of a Sys9000 for a Felony stop, the dumb thing wouldn't stop squealling no matter how much I turned it down......... I ended up throwing the mic on the seat and yelling. :roll:
by rwo978
Fri Jul 27, 2007 5:35 am
Forum: Vehicle Warning Equipment Discussion
Topic: Motorola Sirens VS others
Replies: 16
Views: 11165

Re: Motorola Sirens VS others

We have the sys9000 in our squads. I personally don't care for them. Tones sound okay,not great though. But, they need to get with the present. Get rid of Hi/lo and replace it with piercer/phazer/whatever and update some of the other functions. I don't like that the manual is basically worthless oth...
by rwo978
Wed Jan 31, 2007 2:34 am
Forum: Vehicle Warning Equipment Discussion
Topic: Best bluelight for your everyday volunteer?
Replies: 31
Views: 12812

If you need something visible but cheap, go with the Firebeam. Probably the best rotating dashlight available. Bright, multiple speeds, 7 flash mirror. It should work for what you need. Any LED light is going to be more expensive, obviously. However, I recommend the Lighting-X MicroMax and MicroMax ...
by rwo978
Sun Jan 21, 2007 4:09 am
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: Wanted information XTS5000 part????
Replies: 2
Views: 328

Wanted information XTS5000 part????

Anyone know where you can get the swivel that clips onto he back of the battery for the XTS series? I use a XTS5000 for work. A buddy of mine who's more into radios than I said they exist, but I don't know where to start without a part number. Looking for contact and prices.
by rwo978
Mon Oct 23, 2006 4:44 pm
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: Dual band antenna system?
Replies: 9
Views: 1094

144 to 160
444 to 470
by rwo978
Mon Oct 23, 2006 7:56 am
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: Dual band antenna system?
Replies: 9
Views: 1094

Dual band antenna system?

I know they make dual band antennas.......... but, do they make anything for commercial bands and do they make anything that would work in my situation? Have a dual band radio setup, one control head, two separate deck (UHF and VHF). Both decks have their own power cords and own antenna connections....
by rwo978
Mon Oct 23, 2006 7:44 am
Forum: Vehicle Warning Equipment Discussion
Topic: MX7000 vs Vector
Replies: 22
Views: 7691

You can make any lightbar quick disconnect with the aid of trailer plugs. Just don't run any more than 2 lights/rotators per wire, so you'll need a few plugs if you get the whole pimped out she-bang. I have an LP6000 that I've basically re-built from the frame up, just needs new domes now. And I've ...
by rwo978
Fri Oct 13, 2006 8:31 am
Forum: Vehicle Warning Equipment Discussion
Topic: Budet LED warning lights?
Replies: 20
Views: 8010

Looks like someone else is selling the cheap China stuff, unless StrobeLightKing changed his selling ID. Save your money for the real deal.
by rwo978
Thu Oct 12, 2006 11:10 am
Forum: Vehicle Warning Equipment Discussion
Topic: Budet LED warning lights?
Replies: 20
Views: 8010

So the LX4 by Lighting X is okay? Is the output fairly comparable to the TIR3? I'm trying to update my LED package from the GEN1 Sho-me LED-by-inch, but don't have mucho bucks to spend.
by rwo978
Tue Sep 20, 2005 6:35 pm
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: Can you figure out the problem here?
Replies: 4
Views: 795

I knew there aren't really supposed to be links posted, but saw this and couldn't resist. They were probably used by some mom and pop company that nobody wouldn't want to listen to anyways. And talk about radio ignorance............ people reprogram to meet their needs. They don't just buy up radios...
by rwo978
Mon Sep 19, 2005 2:46 pm
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: Which band is this MT1000 on?
Replies: 7
Views: 1189

What are the splits for high V? Need 155.xxx area. Darn that you can't tell from the #.

Looking for a "duty rated" portable for PD duty/take home. Heard that the MTs are "die hards," but getting "older", thus less expensive.
by rwo978
Mon Sep 19, 2005 2:00 pm
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: Which band is this MT1000 on?
Replies: 7
Views: 1189

Which band is this MT1000 on?

Only info person has is below. Can band be found from just this info?

FCC ID: AZ489FT3717
MODEL: H43GCU7100CN
S/N: 751ATJ1080
by rwo978
Tue Aug 09, 2005 6:00 am
Forum: Vehicle Radio Installs
Topic: 97 Yukon Install Pics
Replies: 3
Views: 1682

They're not bad, but they're no TIR or Talon. For someone on a budget, like myself, they do the trick. And, they're pretty versitile. I think what takes away from them on my rig is the privacy tint in the back and sides, cuz the Slimlighter (same deal, different package) up front does great. I've th...
by rwo978
Mon Aug 08, 2005 8:30 pm
Forum: Vehicle Radio Installs
Topic: 97 Yukon Install Pics
Replies: 3
Views: 1682

97 Yukon Install Pics

I'm new to posting pics, so hopefully it works. I'm also computer code "dumb", so again, hope this works. I apologive for long post, will be describing all lights/functions, as a lot is homemade or specific to my needs. I've been an avid reader of posts, but haven't posted too much myself....
by rwo978
Thu Jul 21, 2005 4:42 pm
Forum: Vehicle Radio Installs
Topic: Rechargeable Vehicle Flashlight Recommendations?
Replies: 28
Views: 5598

Streamlight Strion......... That's the new little Streamlight. I've got one, had it for several months. Nearly as bright as the Stinger, but in a much more compact package. And, you can leave it on the charger indefinitely because of new battery technology. If you couldn't find a place to mount this...
by rwo978
Tue Jun 15, 2004 10:23 am
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: Spectra mics
Replies: 5
Views: 648

MMMMMMMMMM, sounds like a project I want to avoid. Was thinking about getting Spectra cords and some other model mic and trying to put the cords and mics together. I keep getting siped last minute for mics on eBay and I don't want to pay over $35 for a mic, which is the only part we're missing to co...
by rwo978
Tue Jun 15, 2004 9:46 am
Forum: General Motorola Solutions & Legacy Radio Discussion
Topic: Spectra mics
Replies: 5
Views: 648

Spectra mics

Can one, or I should say, is one, able to use a cord for a Spectra radio/mic and install it onto another Motorola mic head, say a Mitrek or Syntor. Would the wire and terminals line up? Is the same mic head and guts used with different cords/plugs for different radios and different model numbers? Ba...
by rwo978
Sun Jun 06, 2004 9:23 am
Forum: Vehicle Radio Installs
Topic: What size/type bit needed for NMO mount and hideaway strobe?
Replies: 16
Views: 2949

Thanks for all the responses. Guess I'll have some shopping around to do to find the right tool for the job. Don't want a hack job either, so we'll see what happens.
by rwo978
Fri Jun 04, 2004 6:20 am
Forum: Vehicle Radio Installs
Topic: Unitrol Minisiren?
Replies: 6
Views: 1553

Got an 80K in my truck right now with a homemade switch panel (Radio Shack stuff). Hardest part was making the 10+ ft wiring harness to go from the switches to the amp, under the seat. Works great, small unmarked box (I know how it functions though), amp under seat......... and it still sounds like ...
by rwo978
Thu Jun 03, 2004 5:25 am
Forum: Vehicle Radio Installs
Topic: OT: Crown Vic AM/FM radio troubles
Replies: 14
Views: 5068

Is this for the '05 CVI?
by rwo978
Tue Jun 01, 2004 6:58 am
Forum: Vehicle Radio Installs
Topic: What size/type bit needed for NMO mount and hideaway strobe?
Replies: 16
Views: 2949

What size/type bit needed for NMO mount and hideaway strobe?

Going to be getting a new vehicle soon and looking at doing the antenna mounts myself, instead of paying almost $100 for them. Probably going to have 3 or 4 NMO roof mounts. What size/type of bit do I need? Where are these available and what is the cost average? Also, can the same bit be used for hi...
by rwo978
Thu Apr 29, 2004 12:26 pm
Forum: Vehicle Radio Installs
Topic: Dash lights
Replies: 45
Views: 6798

Hello all!! Long time reader, first time poster..... I'll start off by giving my opinion of the Impala.... Crap. They fall apart, are doggy, and are just not made like my car #20, an '04 Vic. Our Imp's have been in the shop more than on the street, and our Vics that we've had for almost a year, have...

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