Motorola KVL 4000 User Manual

KVL4000KeyVariableLoaderASTRO25UserGuide
ProcedureSteps
1OntheKVLmainscreen,selectStore&Forward→Forwardtoradio.
Stepresult:Alistofavailabletargetdevicesappears.
YoucanusetheSortbuttontosortthetargetdevicesonthelistby:
•Name
•Serialnumber
•ID
•Updatestatus
Youcanusethesmartbartoscrollthroughthelistorquicklyjumpwithinthelisttoaselectedarea
(tappingaletteronthesmartbartakesyoutotherstitemontheliststartingwiththisletter).Ifthe
listtscompletelyonthescreen,thesmartbarisdisabled.
2IfthetargetdeviceisanAPXorXTSradio,setittoanOTAR-enabledpersonality.
3ConnectthetargetdevicetotheKVLusinganappropriatekeyloadcable(see1.4.4.1ConnectingtheKVLtoa
RadioorAnotherTargetDevice,page1-13)andtaptheitemforthisdeviceonthelist.
Iftherearenoupdatesforthedevice,itisindicatedonthescreenandtheattentiontoneisplayed.
Stepresult:Aprogressanimationappears,indicatingthatthedeviceisbeingupdated.Whentheupdateis
completed,itisindicatedonthescreenandthecompletedtoneisplayed.
4Disconnectthetargetdevice.
5Connectanothertargetdevicetoupdate,ortapDonetoreturntotheKVLmainscreen.
Postrequisites:
Afteryouhaveperformedasuccessfulupdateonatargetdevice,itcannotbeupdatedagainuntilyouhaveconnected
theKVLtotheKMFtouploadtheunitresponsemessages.
7.2.5ViewingtheListofReceivedJobs
Prerequisites:
TheKVLreceivedkeysandjobsforradiosfromtheKMF.
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Motorola KVL 4000 Specifications

General

Category	Handheld
Model	KVL 4000
Type	Key Variable Loader
Compatibility	Motorola radios with secure key loading capability
Interface	Keypad
Security	DES, AES encryption
Battery	Rechargeable

Summary

1 KVL 4000 – Introduction

1.2 Overview of the KVL 4000

Describes the KVL 4000 as a portable device for transferring encryption keys to target devices.

1.2.2 KVL 4000 Key Features

Lists key features like manual/automatic key generation, password protection, secure storage, and supported algorithms/protocols.

1.4 KVL 4000 – Getting Started

Guides on initial setup, including security settings and device connections.

1.4.4 Connecting the KVL to Target Devices

Details how to connect the KVL to various target devices like radios, KMF, and consoles.

1.4.6 Launching the KVL Application

Guides on how to start and launch the KVL application on the PDA.

2 KVL 4000 – Performing Initial Programming

2.1.4 KVL 4000 – Managing Passwords

Outlines the two security access levels: Administrator and Operator.

2.2 KVL 4000 System-Dependent Parameters

Explains setting parameters based on the system mode (ASN, ASTRO 25, Radio Auth).

2.2.1 KVL 4000 – Switching Between the Modes of Operation

Explains how to switch between ASN, ASTRO® 25, and Radio Authentication modes.

3 KVL 4000 – Managing Encryption Keys

3.1 Entering Encryption Keys

Covers entering encryption keys into the KVL, including manual and auto-generation.

3.3 Modifying Encryption Keys

Explains how to change the name or Key ID of an existing encryption key.

3.4 Deleting Encryption Keys

Details how to permanently erase an encryption key from the KVL memory.

4 KVL 4000 – Loading Encryption Keys into Target Devices

4.1 Loading a Selected Key

Guides on loading a single, specific encryption key into a target device.

4.2 Loading a Key Group

Explains how to load an entire group of encryption keys into a target device.

4.3 Loading All Keys

Details loading all available encryption keys from the KVL to a target device.

5 KVL 4000 – Managing Keys in Target Devices

5.1 Removing Keys from Target Devices

Explains how to erase encryption keys stored on a target device.

5.2 Viewing Keys in Target Devices

Guides on how to view the encryption keys currently stored in a target device.

7 Using KVL 4000 in OTAR Systems

7.1 Setting Up the KVL for KMF Operations

Explains the necessary KMF-related parameter programming for OTAR system operation.

7.2 Using the Store and Forward Feature

Describes the Store and Forward feature for transferring keys from KMF to target devices via KVL.

7.4 Managing OTAR Configuration Parameters in Target Devices

Lists parameters required by target devices for OTAR system operation.

8 KVL 4000 Operations Through a Remote Control Head

8.1 Performing KVL Operations Through a Remote Control Head

Outlines the steps to perform KVL operations remotely using a control head.

8.4 Connecting the KVL to the Mobile Radio's Remote Control Head

Details the physical connection of the KVL to a mobile radio's remote control head.

12 KVL 4000 – Troubleshooting

12.1 KVL Error Messages

Categorizes KVL error messages into User Entry Errors and Operational Errors.

12.1.1 KVL User Entry Errors

Lists user entry errors, their probable causes, and remedies.

12.2 Performing a System Reset

Explains how to reset the KVL to factory defaults, erasing all data.

Appendix A: KVL 4000 - Performance Specifications

Table A-3 Supported Algorithms

Shows algorithm support across different KVL modes (ASN, ASTRO 25, KMF, Radio Auth).

Appendix D: Acronyms

Table D-1 Acronyms

Lists acronyms and their full descriptions.