XTS Deskset Questions

[tunnelmot]

Hey all.
For no other reason than to experiment and play...what exactly is needed to control/connect a deskset to one of my XTL5ks?

1. What model desksets work the the XTLs?
2. Any addtional software needed?
3. Any pitfalls?

Thanks in advance. I see some desksets on the 'bay and am just wondering what I'd be getting into.
Rich/KG5RBG

 

[merlin]

I gather you are refering to the Astro consolette. at basic, they will accomodate any of the XTLs except the high power.
Ones I have acquired from feebay were the 700/800 MHz.
Really not much more than a plastic shell, power supply, and tone board options. The radio, basically a front mount sort XTL 5000.
Get one with the clock/VU meter, that much better,
They can be installed with remote user terminals (desk set) or stand alone, desk mic etc..
Nothing special for software, XTL CPS can program them in the usual manner.

 

[N4DES]

I have one with a W series head and the only way I can program it is through the rear accessory port, so I have to crack the case each time to get to the radio brick.

 

[jeepsandradios]

Being you mention deskset and xtl I am guessing you are asking if they make a deskset (remote) that can hook to your mobile radio. They do but its complicated. Normally a consolette and DJB along with a MC2000 is whats used on the XTL series.

 

[wgbecks]

XTL5000 consolette stations E/W the correct options interface with or more RCH3000 or MC3000 Digital Desksets via the Digital Junction Box.
Other Consolette options allow simple remote operation with tone remote type desksets such as the MC1000, MC2000, and MC2500.

However, a standalone XTL5000's E/W a W series TIB can be interconnected directly with either the RCH3000 or MC3000 Desksets per
the attached wiring diagram (PDF).

 

[KevinC]

I have one with a W series head and the only way I can program it is through the rear accessory port, so I have to crack the case each time to get to the radio brick.

And I’ve cracked my palm on that dang case each time. What a lovely design it was.

 

[tunnelmot]

Thanks everyone! I have a starting point now. Much appreciated.