Level 1 and 2 Service Manual 6809510A66-O MOTOSLVR L9/L72 Wireless Telephone GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz GPRS/EDGE...
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Introduction MOTOSLVR L9/L72 major assembly and of the component in question. In the U.S.A., to contact Motorola, Inc. on your TTY, call: 800-793-7834. Replacement Parts Service Division (RPSD) Order replacement parts, test equipment, and manuals from RPSD. U.S.A. Outside U.S.A.
Level 1 and 2 Service Manual Specifications Specifications General Function Specification 824-849 MHz Tx Frequency Range GSM 850 869-894 MHz Rx 880-915 MHz Tx (with EGSM) Frequency Range GSM 900 925-960 MHZ Rx 1710-1785 MHz Tx Frequency Range DCS 1800 1805-1880 MHz Rx 1850-1910 MHz Tx Frequency Range PCS 1900...
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Specifications MOTOSLVR L9/L72 Speech Coding Function Specification Frame Duration 20 ms Block Length 260 bits Classes Class 1 bits = 182 bits; Class 2 bits = 78 bits Bit Rate with FEC Encoding 22.8 kbps October 12, 2006 6809510A66-O...
Service (SMS) text messaging, and include clock, alarm, datebook, and calculator personal management tools. The telephones feature VibraCall vibrating alert and a selection of ring tones. The MotoSLVR L9/L72 is a quad-band phone that allows roaming within the 850, 900, 1800 and 1900MHz bands.
User must subscribe to a caller line identification service through their service provider. Personal Information Management The MotoSLVR L9/L72 telephones contain a built-in datebook with alarm reminders, message center, and a phonebook. Other Features Detailed descriptions of other features available for the MotoSLVR L9/L72 wireless telephones are in the appropriate User’s Guide listed in the Related...
Figure 1. Controls and Indicators Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) MotoSLVR L9/L72 phones feature a 176 x 220 262k TFT color display offering 7 lines of text, 1 line of icons, and 1 line of prompts. The display provides constant graphical representations of battery capacity and signal strength, as well as the real-time clock.
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General Operation MOTOSLVR L9/L72 Figure 2 shows common icons displayed on the LCD. 1. Signal 9. Battery Strength Service Provider Level 2. GPRS 8. Ring Style 12:00 040079b 3. PTT News and graphics from your Service Provider 4. Bluetooth 7. Message...
Level 1 and 2 Service Manual General Operation 6 Messaging Presence Indicator – Shows when Instant Messaging (IM) is active. Indicators can include: IM active invisible to IM busy offline When a Java™ application is active, z can show here. If you set a reminder for a datebook event,l can show here.
General Operation MOTOSLVR L9/L72 If the battery is removed while receiving a message, the message is lost. ➧ To ensure proper memory retention, turn the phone OFF before removing the battery. Immediately replace the old battery with a fresh battery.
Coaxial cable connector removal tool to/from circuit board. 1. To order in North America, contact Motorola Aftermarket and Accessories Division (AAD) by phone at (800) 422-4210 or FAX (800) 622-6210; Internationally, you can reach AAD by phone at (847) 538-8023 FAX (847) 576-3023.
Disassembly MOTOSLVR L9/L72 Disassembly This section describes how to disassemble MotoSLVR L9/L72 telephones. Tools and equipment used are listed in Table 1. Many of the integrated devices used in this phone are vulnerable to damage from ESD. Ensure adequate static protection is in place when handling, shipping, and servicing any internal components.
Level 1 and 2 Service Manual Disassembly Removing and Replacing the Battery Remove the battery cover as described in the procedures. Lift the top end of the battery as indicated by the arrow in Figure 4. Lift the battery up and out of the battery compartment. Battery 061493o Figure 4.
Disassembly MOTOSLVR L9/L72 Removing and Replacing the SIM Remove the battery cover and battery as described in the procedures. Unlock the SIM holder by sliding it away from the SIM. Lift up the SIM and remove it from the phone (see Figure 5).
Level 1 and 2 Service Manual Disassembly Removing and Replacing the Antenna Cap Remove the battery cover, battery and SIM, as described in the procedures. Insert the disassembly tool under each side of the antenna cover to release the antenna cover latches (see Figure 9). Antenna cap Disassembly tool 061496o...
Disassembly MOTOSLVR L9/L72 Removing and Replacing the Transceiver PC Board Shield Remove the battery cover, battery, SIM, and antenna, as described in the procedures. Using a Torx Plus driver with a T6 bit, remove the 6 housing screws from the phone.
Level 1 and 2 Service Manual Disassembly Removing and Replacing the Transceiver PC Board Remove the battery cover, battery, SIM, and rear housing as described in the procedures.. This product contains static-sensitive devices. Use anti-static handling procedures to prevent ESD and component damage. The flexible printed cable (FPC) (flex) is easily damaged.
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Disassembly MOTOSLVR L9/L72 Use the coaxial cable extraction tool (see Figure 12) to unseat the coaxial cable connector from the transceiver PC board (see Figure 13).. Coaxial cable extraction tool 051259o Figure 10. Coaxial Cable Extraction Tool Coaxial cable extraction tool Attach extraction tool opening to coax connector and pull upward.
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Level 1 and 2 Service Manual Disassembly Use the disassembly tool to unseat the keypad PC board flex connector from its socket on the Transceiver PC board (see Figure 9) Carefully lift one side of the transceiver PC board out of the phone. Be careful to avoid damage to the two flex cables and the coaxial cable.
Disassembly MOTOSLVR L9/L72 Removing and Replacing the Camera Assembly Remove the battery cover, battery, SIM, antenna, and transceiver PC board as described in the procedures.. This product contains static-sensitive devices. Use anti-static handling procedures to prevent ESD and component damage.
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Level 1 and 2 Service Manual Disassembly Lift the camera assembly away from the transceiver PC board (see Figure 13). Disassembly tool Camera assembly 061504o Figure 13. Removing the Camera Assembly Remove the rubber grommet from the camera assembly. To replace, place the rubber camera assembly grommet onto the camera assembly.
Disassembly MOTOSLVR L9/L72 Removing and Replacing the Front Housing Remove the battery cover, battery, SIM, antenna, and transceiver PC board as described in the procedures. Insert the disassembly tool between the front housing and the chassis assembly (see Figure 14).
Level 1 and 2 Service Manual Disassembly Removing and Replacing the Keypad Remove the battery cover, battery, SIM, rear housing, and transceiver PC board, as described in the procedures. Lift the keypad up from one corner as shown in Figure 15 and remove it from the front housing.
Disassembly MOTOSLVR L9/L72 Removing and Replacing the Keypad PC Board Remove the battery cover, battery, SIM, antenna, transceiver PC board, and front housing, as described in the procedures. Use the Torx driver with a T3 bit to remove the 3 screws from the Keypad PC board (see Figure 16).
Level 1 and 2 Service Manual Disassembly Remove the flex from the chassis. Left the keypad PC board away from the phone. To replace, align the flex connector the keypad PC board and gently press the connector until properly seated in the connector socket. Thread the coaxial cable around the cable guide and seat the connector onto its socket on the keypad PC board.
Disassembly MOTOSLVR L9/L72 Removing and Replacing the Display Module Remove the battery cover, battery, rear housing, and transceiver PC board as described in the procedures. Turn over the chassis assembly and use the metal tweezers to release the six display bracket latches located under the chassis assembly (see Figure 19).
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Level 1 and 2 Service Manual Disassembly Carefully thread the display flex cable through the slot in the chassis assembly and lift the display module away from the chassis. To replace, align the display module to the chassis assembly. Hold the side of the display module near the flex cable away from the chassis assembly.
The MSN is an individual unit identity number and remains with the unit throughout its life. The MSN can be used to log and track a phone on Motorola's Service Center Database. The MSN is divided into 4 sections as shown in Figure 21.
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Level 1 and 2 Service Manual Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) and Identification Label International Mobile Station Equipment Identity (IMEI) The International Mobile station Equipment Identity (IMEI) number is an individual number unique to the PCB and is stored within the unit's memory. The IMEI uniquely identifies an individual mobile station and thereby provides a means for controlling access to GSM networks based on mobile station types or individual units.
Telephone Identification MOTOSLVR L9/L72 Telephone Identification Identification Label Each Motorola GSM phone is labeled with a variety of identifying numbers. Figure 16 describes the current identifying labels. Type approval Mfg by information MOTOROLA INC. FCC ID: IHDT5UV1 EE 3 CANADA: 109 182 230A; TYPE:UVKA...
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Manual Test Mode MotoSLVR L9/L72 telephones are equipped with a manual test mode capability. This allows service personnel to verify functionality and perform fault isolation by entering keypad commands. To enter the manual test command mode, a GSM / DCS test SIM must be used.
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Troubleshooting MOTOSLVR L9/L72 Table 3. Manual Test Commands (Continued) Key Sequence Test Function/Name Remarks 5*0*8 Set audio level 8 5*0*9 Set audio level 9 5*0*10 Set audio level 10 5*0*11 Set audio level 11 5*0*12 Set audio level 12 5*0*13...
Level 1 and 2 Service Manual Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Chart Table 4. Level 1 and 2 Troubleshooting Chart Symptom Probable Cause Verification and Remedy 1. Telephone will not turn on or stay on. a) Battery either discharged or Measure battery voltage across a 50 ohm defective.
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Troubleshooting MOTOSLVR L9/L72 Table 4. Level 1 and 2 Troubleshooting Chart (Continued) Symptom Probable Cause Verification and Remedy b) Earpiece speaker defective. Temporarily replace the speaker with a known good speaker. Ensure good connection. Place a call and verify improvement in earpiece audio. If fault is cleared, reassemble the phone with the good transceiver board.
Level 1 and 2 Service Manual Part Numbers Part Numbers The following section provides a reference for the parts associated with MotoSLVR L9/L72 telephones. Exploded View Diagram 061642o Figure 23. Exploded View Diagram 6809510A66-O October 12, 2006...
Part Numbers MOTOSLVR L9/L72 Exploded View Parts List Table 5. Parts list Motorola Part Motorola Part Item Description Item Description Number Number AAHN5853A Assy Front Hsg 0171737A01 Assy, PCB Cover 0170298Z53 Earpiece 0387791L04 T6 Screws 6171080A05 Lens AAHN5854A Battery Door...
Level 1 and 2 Service Manual Part Numbers Accessories Table 6. List of Accessories Accessory Description Kit Number Audio and Media RAZR H3 Black SYN1437 RAZR H3 Silver SYN1438 Stereo Headset - EMU SYN1301 H3 Bluetooth Headset Dark Pearl Grey SYN1507 H500 Bluetooth headset Black Softtouch SYN1374...
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Part Numbers MOTOSLVR L9/L72 Table 6. List of Accessories (Continued) Accessory Description Kit Number Blue/Black Cingular Only H700 SYN1508 Black H700 (not available in North America) SYN1509 Bluetooth Headset - HS805 SYN0986 H670 Black Slate (Canary) SYN1853 H670 Cosmic Blue (Canary)
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Level 1 and 2 Service Manual Part Numbers Table 6. List of Accessories (Continued) Accessory Description Kit Number Oakley RAZRWIRE (Pewter/Black: NA) - H7 98677H Oakley RAZRWIRE (Platinum/Root Beer: NA) - H7 98678H Power and Personalization Battery BK60 Li-Ion 880 mAh SNN5784 Charger Adapter EMU/EMU (Y-cable) SKN6222...
Part Numbers MOTOSLVR L9/L72 Related Publications MotoSLVR L9/L72 User’s Guide (English) 68XXXXX163 Programming: Software Upgrade and Flexing Contact your local technical support engineer for information about equipment and procedures for flashing and flexing. October 12, 2006 6809510A66-O...