Test and Align Cable

The Motorola PMKN4231A Test and Align Cable is a professional service accessory designed for testing, alignment, programming, diagnostics, and maintenance of compatible Motorola MOTOTRBO portable two-way radios.

The cable provides the interface required between a compatible portable radio and appropriate service equipment during supported maintenance and alignment procedures.

Designed primarily for Motorola radio dealers, service centers, communications technicians, and organizations maintaining professional radio fleets, the PMKN4231A allows technicians to perform supported radio service operations using the appropriate Motorola software and test equipment.

The PMKN4231A is a service and alignment accessory rather than a standard everyday radio accessory and is intended primarily for professional bench-service applications.

Key Features

• Genuine Motorola Solutions service accessory

• Professional test and alignment cable

• Designed for compatible Motorola MOTOTRBO portable radios

• Supports MOTOTRBO R7 service applications

• Provides an interface between the radio and compatible service equipment

• Designed for radio testing and alignment

• Supports professional radio diagnostics

• Suitable for radio troubleshooting

• Supports compatible programming and service procedures

• Useful for performance verification

• Designed for bench servicing

• Suitable for repair verification

• Designed for professional radio maintenance environments

• Suitable for Motorola dealers and service centers

• Suitable for fleet maintenance departments

• May be used with additional Motorola service equipment

• Portable radio sold separately

• Computer and test equipment sold separately

• Motorola part number: PMKN4231A

• Base part number: PMKN4231

Test and Alignment Applications

The PMKN4231A is designed to support professional radio service procedures such as:

• Radio testing

• Radio alignment

• Radio tuning

• Radio diagnostics

• Troubleshooting

• Programming

• Performance verification

• Repair verification

• Bench servicing

• Preventive maintenance

The exact functions available depend on the radio, service software, and test equipment being used.

MOTOTRBO R7 Service Applications

The PMKN4231A is used as part of supported service configurations for the:

Motorola MOTOTRBO R7

When servicing an R7, the cable provides the required connection for supported test and alignment procedures.

Additional service equipment may be required depending on the particular procedure being performed.

Professional Service Accessory

The PMKN4231A is intended primarily for:

• Motorola radio dealers

• Two-way radio repair facilities

• Communications technicians

• Professional radio installers

• Fleet maintenance departments

• Organizations maintaining their own radio equipment

It is generally not required for normal everyday operation of a portable radio.

Additional Service Equipment

Depending on the service procedure being performed, the PMKN4231A may be used alongside equipment such as:

• Service monitor

• RF test equipment

• RF adapter

• Battery eliminator

• Regulated power supply

• Computer

• Motorola programming and service software

Additional equipment is sold separately unless specifically stated otherwise.

Test and Align Cable vs. Standard Accessory

The PMKN4231A is a:

Test and Align Cable

It is designed specifically for technical radio service procedures.

It should not be confused with an audio accessory, charging cable, or general-purpose USB cable.

Customers purchasing the PMKN4231A should verify that it is specified for the radio model and service procedure they intend to perform.

Important

The PMKN4231A is a professional Motorola radio service accessory.

It is intended for supported testing, alignment, programming, diagnostic, and maintenance procedures.

Appropriate Motorola software and additional test equipment may be required.

The portable radio, computer, RF equipment, power equipment, and other service accessories are sold separately.

Always follow the appropriate Motorola service procedures when testing or aligning a portable radio.

Specifications

Manufacturer: Motorola Solutions
Part Number: PMKN4231A
Base Part Number: PMKN4231
Product Type: Test and Align Cable
Radio Platform: MOTOTRBO
Compatible Platform: MOTOTRBO R7 and Supported Motorola Radios
Application: Testing, Alignment, Programming and Service
Professional Service Accessory: Yes
Radio Included: No
Computer Included: No
Test Equipment Included: No
Primary Use: Professional Radio Testing, Alignment and Maintenance