Surplus Radio Guide Series, Programming Motorola spectra, HT2000, XTS, Final

Programming Motorola spectra, HT2000, XTS, Final
Video Surplus Radio Guide Series

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Motorola Spectra UHF Mods - capacitors leak

Motorola Spectra UHF Mods - the capacitors in older spectra tend to leak so it may be a good idea to replace them if they haven't already. 

 

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Motorola RIB Box VS Aftermarket RLN4008E Comparison

Motorola RIB Box VS Aftermarket RLN4008E Comparison
Comparing an aftermarket RIB Box and an OEM RIB box.

Spectra Hacks and Bit-Banging

First things first: Anyone attempting these modifications should be aware of the fact that you could render your radio inoperable with one wrong keystroke. This guide may seem a little too simplified for the experienced bit bangers, but it's for the ones that want to break into the world of new and exciting Spectra Features.

With that out of the way, on with the fun. This was done in Lab Version 6.00.05 but the screens are similar on older versions of the software. The location of the BitBanger from the main menu is in the Alignment/Service Menu. When entering this menu you will need your radio powered up and connected to the computer with the RIB and cables. It will read the radio quickly every time you move up or down a menu item in this section. Not to worry; this is normal.

This is where you should be now
In this Service Menu there will be several areas for alignments and board replacements. You will want the F8 option for "Service Aids and Trouble Shooting Aids".