Motorola CommandStar Lite

CommandSTAR Lite is a reliable, feature-rich conventional mobile radio that offers high-level dispatch functionality. It is software controlled for full and convenient remote programming, easy adaption to specific requirements, and upgrading through the CommandSTAR System Database Manager. The CommandSTAR Lite console is capable of independent operation or can be used in parallel with multiple positions. Multi-tasking allows the operator to perform various tasks simultaneously.

Key Capabilities of the Motorola CommandStar Lite

• Dispatcher Busy Indication - LED signals when there is audio present, indicating a dispatcher is involved in a radio or telephone conversation. It helps to minimize disruptions.
• One Button Paging - Buttons on the Auxiliary Control Module can be pre-defined with paging destinations; including channel, frequency, page format, and cap code. A single page transmission can be sent out to multiple pagers by depressing up to 16 page buttons prior to page transmit. Provides a fast and accurate paging method.
• Patch with Memory and Instant Transmit - Any combination of available radio channels can be patched together, regardless of band, with any number of available phone lines or call director circuits.
• Stat-Alert Signaling - MDC 1200 data signaling format supports the following functions of a per channel basis using a DCCM with display. It allows users to manage their mobile fleets in a more efficient manner by inter-mixing voice and data transmissions on a standard radio channel. Data can be decoded per channel, allowing for no interference of channel activities.

Key Features of the Motorola CommandStar Lite

• Sophisticated software for remote programming troubleshooting and maintenance, system configuration, and statistics logging.
• For mid-size dispatch operations with up to 10 operator positions.
• Available in 4, 6 and 8 channel configurations with the flexibility to add individual auxiliary control modules and channel control modules.
• Up to 8 base stations or repeaters can interface to each operator position.
• Equipped with 12 alphanumeric keys for telephone dialing and entering signaling codes; a 2 line x 16 character display shows date, time, paging alias, paging status, queued MDC 1200 messages, console features, programming and test functions.

Frequently Asked Questions regarding the Motorola CommandStar Lite Console

• How many frequencies are there per radio channel?There are 16 select frequencies per radio channel (tone control).
• Is the CommandSTAR Lite software controlled?Yes, the CommandSTAR Lite is software controlled, so it can be easily adapted to specific requirements and system expansions.
• The CommandSTAR Lite comes with standard call-director audio interface. Are there any other options?Yes, a 2-line telephone interface option is available. It allows a customer to access two dial up analog phone lines directly from the console without the use of a separate telephone. Phone lines can be used to answer or initiate a phone call or for phone patch operations. Direct landline access allows for more flexibility and user productivity.
• Is there anyway to alert system users of urgent messages? A function of the CommandSTAR Lite will transmit a distinct signal over the keypad radio channels. One, two or all of the three available signal tones can be used per console operator position to designate different levels of urgency. Urgent transmissions can be flagged so they are given proper priority in the field.

Network Availability

CommandSTAR Lite is available on the following networks:

• Analog
• Conventional
• Data
• Encryption