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##### APX 8500 Information Guide

### Model

ASTRO® Digital APX 8500 Mobile Subscriber
700/800 MHz (10 – 35 Watts)
VHF - 136 -174 (10-50, 25 - 100 Watts)
UHFR1 - 380-470 (10-40, 25 -110 Watts)
UHF R2 450-520 (10-45 Watts)
Secure and Trunked Radio Systems

### Ordering Information

#### FCC Information

Band/Model | Power Output | FCC Certification | Emissions | Applicable Rules
--- | --- | --- | --- | ---
700 MHz: 764-776 MHz, 794-806 MHz | 700 MHz: 1 - 30 Watts | AZ492FT7089 | 8K10F1D, 8K10F1E, 8K10F1W,11K0F3E, 16K0F3E, 20K0F1E | 22 (800 MHz Band ONLY), 90
800 MHz: 806-824 MHz, 851-870 MHz | 800 MHz: 1 - 35 Watts |  |  |
VHF: 136 - 174 MHz | 1 – 50 Watts | AZ492FT7089 | 8K10F1D, 8K10F1E, 8K10F1W,11K0F3E, 16K0F3E, 20K0F1E | 22, 80, 90
UHF R1: 380 - 470 MHz | 1 - 40 Watts | AZ492FT7089 | 8K10F1D, 8K10F1E, 8K10F1W,11K0F3E, 16K0F3E, 20K0F1E | 22,74, 90, 90.210
UHF R2: 450 - 520 MHz | 1 - 45 Watts | AZ495FT7089 | 8K10F1D, 8K10F1E, 8K10F1W,11K0F3E, 16K0F3E, 20K0F1E | 22,74, 90, 90.210
VHF: 136 - 174 MHz; 700 MHz: 764-776 MHz, 794-806 MHz; 800 MHz: 806-824 MHz, 851-870 MHz | VHF: 1 – 50 Watts; 700 MHz: 1 - 30 Watts; 800 MHz: 1 - 35 Watts | AZ492FT7089 | 8K10F1D, 8K10F1E, 8K10F1W,11K0F3E, 16K0F3E, 20K0F1E | 22

Except for Itinerant and low-power incident channels.

#### ** Itinerant & Low-Power Incident Channels (Old Band Plan)

Channel Number | Frequency Range (MHz)
--- | ---
1 - 2 | 764 - 764.075
949 - 960 | 775.925 - 776
961 - 972 | 794 - 794.075
1909 - 1920 | 805.925 - 806

ALL ITEMS REQUIRE AN EXPORT LICENSE TO BE EXPORTED FROM THE UNITED STATES/CANADA

#### General Information

Operating Modes

ASTRO Digital APX 8500 Radio Models are capable of operating in four different voice communication modes:

Normal Analog (clear voice) | 3.6KB ASTRO Digital (both clear and coded voice) | 9.6 KB ASTRO 25 Digital (both Clear and Coded voice) | 9.6KB 12.5kHz 2 slot digital TDMA (both clear and coded voice). Will be capable of APCO25 Phase 2 functionality in future software releases.

MULTI BAND/SINGLE BAND

APX 8500 meets P25 public safety specifications for seamless multi-agency collaboration by offering the option to operate in four separate band configurations. APX 8500 capable of operating in 700MHz, 800MHz & VHF* and UHF R1 and R2 and can act as 2 APX7500 radios in one; enabling instant, interoperable communications for improved coordination, response, and first responder safety. Public safety officials can now reduce the amount of equipment responders must carry and maintain.

TDMA

FDMA (Frequency Division Multiple Access) is a proven technology that is widely used today in radio systems and is part of APCO 25 Project 25 Phase 1 standard. FDMA carries one call per channel. TDMA (Time Division Multiple Access) will be part of P25 Phase 2 standard and provides double the voice capacity as 2 calls can share 1 channel. Customers can add more users to their systems without the need of additional frequencies or infrastructure. The APX radios support both P25 Phase 1 and TDMA technologies seamlessly. Using Motorola's unique Dynamic Dual Mode (DDM) capability, the radios dynamically switch between FDMA and TDMA without the user having to change channels. This provides interoperability on demand with existing and future networks.

FLASHport AFTERMARKET UPGRADES

The ASTRO Digital APX 8500 Mobile Series Radios are part of the FLASHport Program. This means that ASTRO Digital APX 8500 hardware models can be loaded with different software packages that provide the features and functionalities that our customers require.

System Enhancement Options can be loaded at the time of radio purchase or at a later date through the use of software field upgrades (a USB cable is required for all software upgrades.) The ASTRO Digital APX 8500 Mobile can be upgraded electronically in the field with new features in the current system or to new systems operation (contingent upon remaining within the same RF sub-band) by ordering upgrade kits.

#### Standard Features

• All Band support

• Up to 3000 Channels

• G170 Remote Monitor

• G683 Trunked One Touch

• Narrow and wide bandwidth digital receiver

• Text Messaging

• (6.25kHz/12.5kHz/25kHz) programing

• Intergrated Voice and Data

• Integrated GPS capable (requires digital operation and an GPS antenna)

• Seamless wideband scan

• Intelligent lighting

• Radio profiles

• Unified Call List

• Meets applicable MIL-specs 810C, D, E, F and G

• Ships standard IP56 when remote

• Utilizes Windows 7, 8 and 10 Customer Programming Software (CPS)

• Supports USB Communications

• Built in FLASHport™ support

• Re-use of most accessories

• Standard Advanced Digital Privacy

• Voice Announcements

#### Optional Features

Can be found in product catalog and may require specific software and or hardware

• WIFI

• Data Modem Tethering

• DVR MSU

• Motorcycle

• Contorl Station

• Multple Contorl Head

• Enhanced Encruption

• Programming over Project 25 (POP25)

• Over The Air Re-Key (OTAR)

• RFID

• FLASHPORT®

All ASTRO Digital APX 8500 Mobiles are part of the FLASHport® program and ship standard with a FLASH EE Prom, which allows for feature and system upgrades (contingent upon remaining within the current RF capabilities of the radio)

#### Ordering Requirements

A minimum of one selection from the below 12 sections is required for a valid APX8500 order. Additional compatible options can be added once the required 12 choices are selected.

1 | Model AX8500 | M37TSS9PW1AN
2 | Select Operation Mode | G806 or G241
3a | Select System Enhancement Software | G48 or G51
3b | Select an Optional System Enhancement | G173, G361, GA00580 or QA01648
4 | Select Control Head Hardware | GA00804, G72, G442, GA00805, or GA00245
5 | Select Control Head Software | Must select G444, G138 motorcycle is optional
6 | Select Mounting Type | G66, G67 (G138 motorcyle is optional only if G67 is selected)
7 | Select Antenna | Motorcycle requires one choice per active band U1 and U2 are considered a singleband. Vehicle options are GA01513 or G89.
8 | Select GPS Antenna | GA00226,GA00269 or GA00235
9 | Select Microphone | G90, W20, W22,G892, G874,GA00221, GA01354. GA01438, or GA1439
10 | Select Speaker | G831,G832,B18,GA01203 or W432
11 | Select if J600 is needed for DVRs or Motorola Siren use | GA01515 or GA01517
12 | Select Required Minimum 3 year Warranty | G78,GA0318,GA00249 or GA00255

### Software & Services

#### Common Software Features Supported By

#### G51 "SmartZone"

RADIO WIDE FEATURES |  |  |  |
Maximum Modes |  |  |  |
ASTRO Digital APX 8500 | 3000 | 3000 | 3000 | 3000
Analog and Digital Operation | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
12.5/20/25 KHz Programmable Channels | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Secure Capable | Yes | Yes (Digital Only) | Yes (Digital Only) | Yes (Digital Only)
One Touch Operation | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Real Time Clock | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Surveillance Mode | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Keypad Lock | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Radio Lock | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Radio Wide Transmit Inhibit | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Time Out Timer | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
FLASHport | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
ANALOG CONVENTIONAL FEATURES |  |  |  |
Conventional Features are additional radio wide features beyond those specified above. |  |  |  |
CSQ/PL/DPL | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Dual Priority Channel Scan | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Adaptive Power Control | No | Yes | Yes | Yes
Repeater/Talkaround Operation | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Scan (Auto, Pre-programmed, Operator Selectable) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Smart PTT | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Monitor | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
DTMF Tone Generation | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
DIGITAL CONVENTIONAL SIGNALING FEATURES |  |  |  |
These features are APCO Project 25 Conventional Interoperable Features when used in the ASTRO Digital CAI Mode (Q806). |  |  |  |
Unaddressed Voice Call (Dispatch Call) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Talk Group Call | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Group Call Alert™ | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Talk Group Identification (TGID) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Selective Call (Individual Voice Call) | MDC-1200 Only | Yes | Yes | Yes
Selective Call Decode (Individual Voice Call) | MDC-1200 Only | Yes | Yes | Yes
PTT ID (Individual Identification) | MDC-1200 Only | Yes | Yes | Yes
Call Alert Encode/Decode | MDC-1200 Only | Yes | Yes | Yes
Emergency Alarm w/Channel Revert & Acknowledgement | MDC-1200 Only | Yes | Yes | Yes
Telephone Interconnect | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Manual Phone Number Entry | Dual Display Only | Yes | Yes | Yes
Selective Radio Inhibit | MDC-1200 Only | Yes | Yes | Yes
Radio Check | MDC-1200 Only | Yes | Yes | Yes
Status/Message | MDC-1200 Only | Yes | Yes | Yes
Trunking Type II Only Features |  |  |  |
Maximum Number of Trunked Systems-20 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Talkgroup Calls | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
PTT ID *Included | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Call Alert Encode/Decode | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Analog/Digital Dual Mode Scan | No | Yes | Yes | Yes
Failsoft by Talkgroup | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Telephone Interconnect Encode/Decode | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
System Wide Call (Receive Only) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Selective Radio Inhibit | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Priority Monitor Scan | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Dynamic Regrouping | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Status/Message | Yes | Yes | Status Only | Status Only
Private/Enhanced Conversation Encode/Decode | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Remote Monitor/Radio Trace | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Reprogram Request | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes

#### G51 "SmartZone"

Trunking Type II Only Features |  |  |  |
SmartZone Automatic Site Registration | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
SmartZone RSSI Operation | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
SmartZone Preferred Site | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
SmartZone Forced Site Search | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
SmartZone Site Lock/Unlock | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
SmartZone Adjacent Control Channel OSW | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes
Emergency Alarm Call Receive Indication | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes

CHANNEL SPACING

There are no maximum frequency separation conditions that must be adhered to on the APX 8500 Mobile series. Separation of frequencies can be as wide as the allowable band per radio model with no degradation of any performance specifications. If an incorrect antenna is used, degraded performance may be experienced.

PROJECT 25 ENCRYPTION

The mode of operation is programmed on a channel-by-channel basis. With the coded/clear switch set to the clear mode, the ASTRO Digital APX8500 radio is capable of transmitting clear analog voice or clear (unencrypted) ASTRO Digital voice, depending on the channel programming. With the coded/clear switch set to the coded mode, the ASTRO Digital APX 8500 radio will transmit ASTRO Digital encryption depending on the channel programming. ASTRO Digital encryption provides secure communications. ASTRO Digital Encryption (operation in encrypted mode while also operation in 3.6KB or 9.6KB and TDMA ASTRO mode) is capable of XL type encryptions; ASTRO Digital Encryptions does not operate with non-XL encryptions.

An encryption option is not required for either clear analog operation or clear ASTRO Digital operation. Encryption can be ordered with the ASTRO Digital APX 8500 radio either as a factory installed option or separate from the radio for later field installation. ASTRO Digital APX 8500 radio functions include selected ASTRO digital signaling and digital speech coding.

When ordering any of the Encryption Algorithms:

- The DES-OFB and AES encryption algorithms offered are compliant with digital Project 25 standards and does not support analog encryption operation.
- Requires the ASTRO Digital CAI (G806) to operate the DES-OFB and AES encryption.

If ordering a Dual Encryption:

- The non-OFB encryption (XL versions) can be operated in either analog, or CAI digital mode, but will not be Project 25 compliant.
- Requires the Multikey (W969).

When used in CAI mode, the non-OFB Encryption will not be Project 25 compliant.

- Encryption Algorithms can be ordered later via Flash Port.

FIPS 140-2 Compliance

Encryption Modules equipped with AES are FIPS 140-2 compliant. Details regarding the certification, and copies of the relevant certificates, can be obtained on the NIST website at: http://csrc.nist.gov/groups/STM/cmvp/validation.html.

Further information regarding FIPS 140-2 certification may be found using the following link - FIPS 140-2 Crypto Module Validation Program (CMVP) http://csrc.nist.gov/groups/STM/cmvp/index.html

ASTRO Text Messaging Service

ASTRO Text Messaging Service is available on the ASTRO 25 APX 8500 mobile radios with the O5 control head (single and multi-control head) and O3 control head. Text Messaging Service (TMS) allows subscriber users to send and receive text messages to other subscribers or dispatch operators. Users can select messages and addresses from a predefined list or enter freeform text messages and addresses via the keypad. Text Messaging Service is available on ASTRO Trunked IV&D Systems and Subscribers.

For full Text Messaging functionality, including freeform text messaging and addressing, must order O3 Control Head or O5 Control Head with Keypad Microphone. O5 Control Head without the Keypad Microphone supports Limited Text Messaging functionality such as selecting predefined messages or addresses from a list programmed in the radio.

Ordering requirements for APX 8500 Mobile:

- Requires O5 Control Head (G442) or O3 Control Head (G72)
- Full functionality including free form messaging requires the Keypad Microphone (W20) for O5 Control Head
- ASTRO Digital CAI Operation (G806)
- SmartZone Operation (G51)
- ASTRO Project 25 Trunking 9600 Software (G361)
- Packet Data Interface (W947)

NOTE: There is no specific option to order for the Text Messaging Service on the subscribers as the functionality is included in the Packet Data option.

Outdoor Personnel Location Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) Feature

The personnel outdoor location tracking GPS feature enables a dispatcher the ability to locate on-foot patrols and out of the vehicle officers who are involved in life threatening situations. The radio user’s GPS position information is sent over the ASTRO 25 Integrated Voice & Data (IV&D) network and is delivered to the dispatch operator using a third party mapping display application at the dispatch center (Mapping Application is not yet available through Motorola at this time, however an Application Developers Tool Kit is available for 3rd party vendors to use to modify existing applications. See link below for more details.) It is possible to the user to determine their own location (latitude/longitude) through the use of the location menu.

For further information regarding System Requirements, go to the location solutions price pages at: http://ecat.comm.mot.com/ecat/pricebooks/dup/ALOCATION.htm

Ordering GPS for APX 8500 Mobile Requires:

- A GPS ANTENNA
- DIGITAL OPERATION

NOTE:

The GPS feature uses radio signals from earth orbiting satellites, to establish the location co-ordinates maximizing your view of clear. Unobstructed sky is essential for optimum performance. When adequate signals from multiple satellites are not available, (usually because you cannot establish a wide area view of the sky), the GPS feature WILL NOT WORK. Such situations include but are not limited to:

- Underground locations
- Inside of buildings, trains, or other covered vehicles
- Under any other metal or concrete roof or structure
- Between tall buildings or under dense tree-cover

#### VHF SELF-QUIETING SPURS

Frequencies (MHz)
153.6 MHz
410.4 MHz
456 MHz
510.6 MHz

Note: There are no self-quieting spurs for 700/800 MHz.

CPS INFORMATION

****Please note that a NEW version of CPS (RVN5224) is required for initial customer orders for this product. This new version of CPS is required for the APX radio shipments. ****

### Update History

Starting January 1 2015.The SOFTWARE KEY (QA01749) is the default Advance System Key, it ships by default on all APX products; The HARDWARE KEY can be ordered instead by using QA01648. The DVN4046 Master Key Starter Kit is required for the Hard Key or to operate on a thrid-party Trunking system. The CORRECT System Owner ID will be required upon ordering the Hard Key or DVN Kit. Details can be found on the Advanced System Keys-ASK for RSD Subscriber ECAT page Be sure to enter the CORRECT SYSTEM OWNER ID when supplemental data is required. If an INCORRECT ID is entered, a FLASHport order is required to fix the error

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Advanced System Keys