Enabling Console mic on XPR 5580e capacity+

[activematrix]

***disclaimer*** I am NOT asking for anyone to send me an illegal copy of any software, or where to get it illegally. I am asking for information to enable me to get it LEGALLY from Motorola.

Hey folks,
Quick question. I have a bunch of Motorola XPR 5580e radios on a Connect+ system that are used in a dispatch center, and I want to enable the external PTT function for pin 17 of the rear accessory plug. I have a valid copy of CPS, but I have read that I also need "Option Board CPS" which is reported to be available on the Motorola Solutions site.

Problem is, I can't find it and neither can anyone from Motorola. Does anyone know what it's called on Motorola Solutions site, or what to ask for when I call the Motorola Part ID guys?

Thanks in advance!
Chris

 

[rescue161]

Changing The pin configuration for the accessory connector is done in regular CPS.

 

[activematrix]

I changed the setting in CPS but it had no effect. I was told that it needs to be changed on the capacity+ option board as well

 

[rescue161]

I have an MC2500 connected to an XPR5550 and it works fine on CAP+, analog and normal DMR and I only used CPS to change the pinout.

 

[rescue161]

I am using 2-wire tone to control the radio.

 

[Firebuff880]

Hey folks,
I have a valid copy of CPS, but I have read that I also need "Option Board CPS" which is reported to be available on the Motorola Solutions site.

Problem is, I can't find it and neither can anyone from Motorola. Does anyone know what it's called on Motorola Solutions site, or what to ask for when I call the Motorola Part ID guys?

Thanks in advance!
Chris

Think you are looking for ConnectPlus_CPS_R02.07.44 (At least that's the latest I seem to have). Not at all sure you need it however to do what you are trying to do as @rescue161 said.

Not sure it's status since Connect Plus is EOL and you can not even buy licenses to add subscribers to the system any longer -

 

[ramal121]

It is true you need the Con+ CPS to program the accessories as the option board kinda takes over the radio. If you are in a convention zone then yes the accessory connector is as programmed in regular TRBO CPS.



I do not see the CPS in our account anymore so it may just be plain unavailable. Good luck on your search.

 

[rescue161]

I saw Cap+, hence why I said that it could be done with CPS. I have no experience with Connect+. Sorry for the misinformation. I do see the download in my MOL under ConnectPlus - Firmware section. The file is labeled: " Connect Plus Option Board CPCPS M2021.01 Release" with the description as: (01 Oct 2021 Application 86MB) Option Board Firmware & sample codeplugs are available after CPCPS installation. Version R02.07.44.

 

[ramal121]

Yes, I saw Connect Plus but now see both in the thread. Which is it?