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Motorola Astro Saber

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Paco-Jerte

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Ive always wanted one and I was wondering if the LAPD frequencies can be programmed via keypad or you would need the cable and software to do so? Am looking at one that is already flashed with the correct version for Apco25. But was wondering on the frequency programming itself. Thanks in advance

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No, Astro Sabers are not capable of front panel programming (FPP). You'd have to get an XTS5000 or APX7000 with the proper flash for that. So yes, you need the cable and proper software.
 

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Astro sabers are not front panel programable. You need a RIB box and an astro saber cable. The software might be the hard part.
 

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Thanks guys for info. Where can I get the cable and software from? If it has to be discussed via PM then feel free to do so. TIA

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Cables and rib boxes can be had cheaply on ebay and despite what others will tell you yes they work and no they won't brick your radio. As for the software, call Motorola, get an MOL account, sign the agreement then pay the $250 or so and buy it or make some contacts on the various boards and someone will eventually send you a copy.
 

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Ive always wanted one and I was wondering if the LAPD frequencies can be programmed via keypad or you would need the cable and software to do so? Am looking at one that is already flashed with the correct version for Apco25. But was wondering on the frequency programming itself. Thanks in advance

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As others have said- its not a FFP radio, but an awesome one. I too always wanted one, and just got it the other day. I'm attempting to do a band change to mine (from 800, to VHF) after I find a vhf rf board, and going to get a short lithium Ion battery. can't wait to get it up and running. What a fine piece of gear!
 

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I have 2 Astro Sabers. A UHF and a VHF. I got a RIB and cable from e bay and have an MOL account, so I bought the current Astro Saber software. I love these radios. We had them in Iraq and Afganastan and they were ALMOST bulletproof. The inexpensive rib and cable works fine.
 

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FYI to the OP, that price is extremely high, even for a Model III with those options. I wouldn't pay more than like $275 at an absolute maximum for a minty AS III...

Also would be nice if the person who is selling that radio would list the Flash Code.

I'm with you Ben on that one. I would never spend more then 275 on a AS III unless it came with a lot of extras..
 

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FYI to the OP, that price is extremely high, even for a Model III with those options. I wouldn't pay more than like $275 at an absolute maximum for a minty AS III...
Exactly. 3 years ago I got a MINT AS3 from a very reputable seller on Batlabs. The radio had a great flashcode, newest host/dsp, & was fully aligned, & tested by the reputable seller. The radio was $225 including a charger, & 3 li on batteries.Before laying out the cash, you want to make sure the radio is 1 meg, Has a good flashcode, & a recent host/dsp. GARY N4KVE
 
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