User Manual
AWR-DM7700
DMR Digital Two-Way Radio
Thank you!
Thank you for purchasing this AWR-DM7700 DMR Digital twoway radio by Advanced Wireless Communications (AWC). The
AWR-DM7700 delivers the latest technology, has the most stable
components, and has the most advanced production technology.
The AWR-DM7700 mobile radio will provide you with the reliable
performance and high quality you demand.
This manual should be read to ensure that the user understands the
operation of the AWR-DM7700. Please read the Safety Instructions
before use.
User Instructions
Please carefully read this manual before attempting to deploy the repeater. The
instructions will explain the various features of this repeater. Please retain these
instructions for future reference.
Safety Instructions
Please observe the following safety instructions to prevent re, accidents,
personal injury, or equipment damage.
• Do not modify the radio in any way.
• Do not expose the radio to direct sunlight for extended periods of time, locate
near heaters or other heat sources.
• Do not store or use unprotected radio for prolonged periods in areas of high
dust or excessive moisture.
• Users may experience signal interference if the unit is used near devices such
as televisions or electric generators.
• Do not attempt to congure or program the radio while driving.
• If the radio emits smoke or a strange smell, immediately turn o the power, and
send it to the closets repair station.
• Use of the radio while driving may be against local trac laws. Pleas verify and
observe regulations in your area.
• The radio contains high power components that are not user serviceable or
should be tampered with.
• It is not uncommon for the body of the radio to be slightly warm during
operation. This is normal and the radio may continue to be used.
• Do not operate the radio without a proper antenna attached, as this may
damage the radio and may also cause you to exceed RF exposure limits. A
proper antenna is the antenna supplied with this radio by the manufacturer or
an antenna specically authorized by the manufacturer for use with this radio,
and the antenna gain shall not exceed 3.9 dBi by the manufacturer declared.
• Do not transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time, more than 50% of
the time can cause RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded.
Hazards and Hazardous Environments
• When in areas of explosive atmospheres (gases, dust, fumes, etc.), the radio
shall be turned o. This includes when taking on fuel or while parked at a
fueling facility.
Hazards and Hazardous Environments (continued)
• The radio shall not be operated in or around locations that are using blasting
devices or detonators. The radio shall be turned o in the area where blasting
is in progress and in areas with signage stating that blasting is occurring. If
transporting such materials, they shall be secured in an approved container
to prevent inadvertent detonation from the radio.
• During transmissions, your radio generates RF energy that can possibly
cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid such interference,
turn o the radio in areas where signs are posted to do so. Do not operate
the transmitter in areas that are sensitive to electromagnetic radiation such
as hospitals, aircraft, and blasting sites.
• Physical exposure to radio frequency transmissions requires that the user or
bystander cannot touch the radio while it is transmitting. A distance of at least
three feet (90 cm) shall be maintained during transmission. The separation
distance between user and the antenna will ensure that there is sucient
distance from a properly installed externally-mounted antenna to satisfy the
RF exposure requirements.
If there are any problems with the radio, please contact AWC or your local
distributor.
Product Safety and RF Exposure
This equipment is intended for use in occupational / controlled applications
where users have been made aware of the potential for exposure and can
exercise control over their exposure. This radio device is NOT authorized for the
general population, consumer or similar use cases.
BEFORE USING THIS RADIO DEVICE, READ ALL RELATIVE MATERIALS
IN THIS MANUAL FOR IMPORTANT OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR
SAFE USAGE, RF ENERGY AWARENESS, AND CONTROL INFORMATION
FOR COMPLIANCE WITH RF ENERGY EXPOSURE LIMITS IN APPLICABLE
NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS.
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Regulations
The FCC has established limits for safe exposure to radio frequency (RF)
emissions from radio devices. The FCC requires manufacturers to demonstrate
compliance with RF exposure limits before radio devices may be marketed in
the U.S. When two-way radios and repeaters are approved for occupational
/ controlled environment exposure limits, the FCC requires users to be fully
aware of, and exercise control over, their exposure. Awareness and control of
RF exposure can be accomplished using labels, or by education and training
through appropriate means such as information and instructions in user
manuals or safety booklets. Your Advanced Wireless Communications’ two-way
radio or repeater has an RF exposure information label on the device. The
training material below includes useful information about RF exposure and
helpful instructions.
Your Advanced Wireless Communications two-way radio devices are designed
and tested to comply with several national and international standards and
guidelines regarding human exposure to RF electromagnetic energy. In terms of
measuring RF energy for compliance with FCC exposure guidelines, your radio
device radiates measurable RF energy only while transmitting, not when it is
receiving, or in stand-by mode.
WARNING
As the qualied end-user of this radio device you must control the exposure
conditions in the area to ensure the minimum separation distance is maintained
between the antenna and nearby persons for satisfying RF Exposure
compliance. The operation of this transmitter must satisfy the requirements
of Occupational/Controlled Use Only, for work-related use, transmit only
when person(s) are at least the minimum distance from the properly installed,
externally mounted antenna. “Occupational/Controlled Use Only” means
it must be used only during the course of employment by individuals aware
of the hazards, and the ways to minimize such hazards; NOT intended for
use in an General population/uncontrolled environment. Transmit only when
people outside the vehicle or away from the repeater antenna are at least the
recommended minimum lateral distance away from the antenna/vehicle. Do
Not operate the radio without a proper antenna attached, as this may damage
the radio and may also cause you to exceed RF exposure limits. A proper
antenna is the antenna supplied with this radio by the manufacturer or an
antenna specically authorized by the manufacturer for use with this radio, and
the antenna gain shall not exceed 3.9 dBi by the manufacturer declared. Do
Not transmit for more than 50% of total radio use time, more than 50% of the
time can cause RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded.
Advanced Wireless Communications Radio Quality Warranty and Liability
The warranty range and limitation
Advanced Wireless Communications (AWC) is committed to quality and stands
behind its products. AWC will, during the warranty period specied for each
product, repair or replace components that fail as a result of poor workmanship
or materials. This warranty does not cover improper use or intentional damage.
The warranty policy does not include the following conditions:
1. Defects or damages caused by working in abnormal or unusual situations.
2. Defect or damages caused by misuse, accident, or water submersion.
3. Defect or damages caused by unauthorized installation, repair, tampering or
adjustment.
4. Warranty does not extend to cosmetic scratches or damages as a result of
normal use or misuse.
5. This warranty is void if:
(a) The product information label is removed, or if the serial number is tampered
with, changed or cannot be identied.
(b) The repeater enclosure is tampered with or unsealed.
General Items
This warranty policy establishes the liability limits for which AWC is responsible.
AWC has the right to decide, in their sole discretion, whether to repair, replace,
or refund the purchase price of any equipment subject to this warranty. There
are no other options available under this warranty. This express warranty is the
complete agreement. OTHER THAN AS EXPRESSLY SET OUT IN THESE
TERMS OR ADDITIONAL TERMS, NEITHER AWC NOR ITS SUPPLIERS OR
DISTRIBUTORS MAKE ANY SPECIFIC PROMISES ABOUT THE SERVICES
OR PRODUCTS.
CONTENTS
Unpacking and device check .............................................................. 1
Packing list ..................................................................................... 1
Product images................................................................................... 1
Front panel ..................................................................................... 1
Front panel functions ...................................................................... 1
Back panel ...................................................................................... 2
Programmable key functions .............................................................. 2
Installation .......................................................................................... 3
Installation kit .................................................................................. 3
Installation steps ............................................................................. 4
Status indication ................................................................................. 5
LCD icon ......................................................................................... 5
LED indicator .................................................................................. 5
Product operation ............................................................................... 6
User mode ...................................................................................... 6
Call types ........................................................................................ 6
Analog operation............................................................................. 8
Call operation ................................................................................. 9
Menu................................................................................................... 10
Contacts ............................................................................................. 11
Unpacking and Device Check
Please carefully remove the radio from its packaging and before disposing of the
packing materials, ensure that all the items noted below have been included. If any
item has been lost or damaged, please submit a claim with the carrier or deliverer.
Items Quantity
AWR-DM7700 Mobile Radio 1
Microphone 1
Microphone Hanger w/Hardware 1
Power Cable w/Fuse 1
Mounting Bracket w/Hardware 1
User Manual Available at www.advancedwireless.com
Warranty Card Available at www.advancedwireless.com
Product External View
Front Panel
No. Part Name No. Part Name
1 Power/Volume Knob 7 PF Key (assignable)
2 LCD Display 8 Speaker
3 Return Key 9 Call Key
4 Up Key 10 Down Key
5 Home Key 11 Menu Key
6 RX / TX LED 12 Microphone Connector
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Back Panel
Programmable Key Functions
There are four programmable soft keys, P1, P2, P3, and Call. The following table
shows the programmable functions available. Each key can be programmed for a
short and long press function as noted in the programming software.
Key Parameter Function Application
Power Switch Allows toggling of the RF output power be-
Monitor (Analog) Opens squelch w/ signaling
tween high (H) and Low (L) settings
Monitor Momentary (Analog) Opens squelch w/ signaling for duration of
key press
Squelch O (Analog) Squelch o
Squelch O Momentary (Analog) Squelch o for duration of key press
Zone Up Selects next logical zone up from current
Zone Down Selects next logical zone down from current
Scan Radio steps between channels, stopping on
channel with matched signaling
Talk Around Direct communications on repeater output
One Touch Access (1-4) Short-cut operation for selected features,
press one-touch key to start pre-programmed
function by PTT
Local ID Report Announces programmed DMR Unit ID
CH ID Announce Announces currently selected Channel
Power Announce Announces selected output power
CH Type Announce Announces whether channel is digital or
analog
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Installation
Before installing the mobile radio, please read the following precautions
carefully. These precautions are applicable to both vehicular or xed station
installations.
Precautions
• This mobile only operates o a 13.6VDC, ±15% negative ground power
system. Please verify the power system and its operational capability before
installation.
• Before installation ensure that the mobile mounting bracket screws are
sucient in length and that they do no protrude through the opposite surface
in a way that may damage other components. Care should be exercised in
drilling these mounting holes.
• The supplied mounting bracket shall be used for all installations. It shall be
rmly attached in the mounting location with supplied hardware to ensure
radio cannot break lose and cause damage or physical injury.
• Vehicle mounting location should be away from heat sources and airbags
to ensure no physical interference with these devices and mobile radios.
Adequate space around the radio shall be supplied to ensure cooling during
operation.
• Fixed station installation shall be such that the radio is rmly axed to the
power supply or mounting so radio does not fall on oor or other surfaces
that may damage it or the user.
• The radio shall be installed in a location that is convenient for accessing the
radio’s front panel.
• The microphone shall be placed so that it does not interfere with the user
when not in use.
• The DC power cord shall be routed such that it does not cause issues for
the user or the installation. It is recommended that for vehicle installation
that the power cord is directly attached to the battery or per the vehicle
manufacturer’s recommendation. Please contact the vehicular manufacturer
for guidance.
• Do not replace the power cord fuse with a higher value that what is supplied.
Installation Kit
• Power drill w/ appropriate drill size
• Phillips screwdriver
• Hex socket
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Preparation Steps
Install the u-bracket to the desired position
Put the platform on the u-frame and secure it
with screws
Connect the speaker microphone
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Status Indication
LCD Icon
Icon Name Icon Status Description
Emergency Alarm Radio is in an emergency alarm state or has
Transmitting Indicator The radio is transmitting
Signal Indicator Receiving signal
Transmit Power Current channel power is low-power
Speaker Squelch and speaker turned on
Monitor Monitor enabled
Scan Scan-on
Lock Icon Keyboard locked
Signaling (analog) CT CT has been set to transmit or receive QT
received an emergency alarm
No signal
Current channel power is high-power
DN DN has been set to transmit or receive DQTN
DI DI has been set to transmit or receive DQTI
LED Indicator
The front panel LED indicator allows the user to determine the radio state.
Indicator Status Radio Status
Red LED glows Transmitting
Red LED ashes USB uploading data
Green LED glows Receiving signal
Green LED ashes Scanning
Orange LED glows Start monitoring
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Product Operation
User Mode
Power on / Power o
Press the power button and the prompt tone ‘Du’ should be heard, the green
light will ash, the mobile radio is turned on. A long press of the power button
turns o the mobile radio.
Volume Control
Rotate the [Power/Volume] knob to adjust the volume, clockwise to increase the
volume, and counterclockwise to decrease the volume.
Switching Channels
The user can press the up and down keys to switch channels. The upper right
corner of the LCD displays the alias of the current channel (CH:X), the “X” is the
channel number.
Zone Selection
A zone is a grouping of channels that may be assigned to that zone. The radio
supports up to 100 zones with 32 channels per zone. There are two ways to
select a zone:
1. Menu – a zone may be selected by using the Menu structure of the radio.
After entering Menu, press the Up or Down key to navigate to the Zone item on
the display. Press the select key to enter the Zone selection and use the Up or
Down key to select the desired Zone. Press the select key for the zone.
2. Programmable Key – PF keys may be programmed for Zone Up or Zone
Down. Press the appropriate key to increment the zones.
Call Types
Digital Operation
Group Call – A group call allows a user to call multiple units that are on the
same talk group. Groups are established during programming and are generally
on a per channel basis although there are two ways for a user to make a group
call as described below:
1. Preset
User makes a call on the channel where the talk group has been preset. Only
users with the like talk group can receive and talk back. The user presses the
PTT to make the call on the digital channel.
2. Contact List
If the radio is programmed to allow access to the contacts list, the user may
enter the contacts list by pressing the Menu key and navigating to the Contacts
selection. Pressing the select key will provide the user a list of groups that they
may PTT on. Once selected, the user may PTT on that group without leaving
the contacts list and make a call to users of that talk group and receive trac on
that talk group.
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Product Operation (continued)
Note: Other users must share the same programming to be able to receive a
call from the contact list. Once a user exits the contact list selection, the radio
reverts to the channel preset. It does require knowledge of the talk groups and
users when using the contact list method.
Private / Individual Call – The private or individual call allows a user to call
another user without other users hearing their radio trac. Private or individual
calling may occur on either a per channel basis, via the contacts list, or manual
dialing as discussed below:
1. Preset
The contacts list is preprogrammed for individual call users from the RX Group
List and TX Contact. User PTT’s on the selected channel to make a private call.
2. Contact List
If the radio is programmed to allow access to the contacts list, the user may
enter the contacts list by pressing the Menu key and navigating to the Contacts
selection. Pressing the select key will provide the user a list of individual unit
ID’s that they may PTT on. Once selected they user may PTT on that individual
UID without leaving the contacts list and make an individual call to that user.
Note: Other users must share the same programming to be able to receive a
call from the contact list. Once a user exits the contact list selection, the radio
reverts to the channel preset. It does require knowledge of the users when
using the contact list method.
3. Manual Dialing
If the radio is programmed to allow access to manual dialing, the user may
enter the contacts by pressing the Menu key and navigating to Manual Dial.
Once selected, the user may enter the UID for the party to be called via the
DTMF microphone (optional accessory). The PTT is pressed to make the call.
Note: Once a user exits manual dialing, the radio reverts to the channel preset.
It does require knowledge of the users when using the contact list method.
All Call – All Call allows a user to call all users on a time slot. It is on the
selected time slot only but will make a call to all talk groups on that time slot. It
is useful for announcement calls from a supervisor or dispatcher. It is a one-way
call.
1. Making an All Call
An All Call is made using the same methodology as a group call. It can be
Preset or Selected from the Menu depending on programming.
2. Receiving an All Call
Upon receipt an All Call, the All Call menu will appear in the display. The user
cannot reply to the All Call.
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Analog Operation
Analog Call – Analog calling has no special calling methods. To make a call
on an analog channel, the user selects the channel, presses the PTT button,
speaks in the microphone and releases it to listen to the other party’s reply.
Call Operation
Group Call Digital Transmit: Select a preset digital channel or use the menu
to select a group on which to make a call. Press and hold the PTT with the
microphone 3 to 5 cm (1 to 2 in.) away from microphone. The screen will show
the following.
Group Call Digital Receive: Upon receiving a group call on a digital channel
with matched digital signaling, the radio’s screen will show the following.
Private Call Digital Transmit: Select the private call preset channel or use the
menu to make an individual call to another user via their UID by pressing and
holding the PTT. The screen in transmit will show the following.
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Call Operation (continued)
Private Call Digital Receive: Upon receiving a private call on a digital channel
the radio’s screen will show the following.
All Call Digital Transmit: Select the all call preset channel or use the menu
to select all call. Press and hold the PTT to send the all call. The screen in
transmit will show the following.
All Call Digital Receive: Upon receiving an all call on a digital channel the
radio’s screen will show the following.
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Call Operation (continued)
Analog Transmit: Select an analog channel on which to make a call. Press
and hold the PTT with the microphone 3 to 5 cm (1 to 2 in.) away from mouth.
The screen will show the following.
Analog Receive: Upon receiving a call on an analog channel with matched
digital signaling, the radio’s screen will show the following.
Menu
The Menu that is accessible from the radio front panel is controlled by the
programming software. There are numerous settings that may or may not be
available to the end-user based on how it has been congured in software. The
following Menu items may be available when the Menu key is pressed. Pressing
the Back or Cancel returns to the previous setting.
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There are sub-menus under each of the categories. Like the menu items, they
may or not be available to the end-user based on programming. In most use
cases only, a few items will be enabled.
To access the Menu, press the menu button. The Up / Down keys are used to
navigate to the selected menu item, and a button press will access the available
sub-menus. Pressing the cancel or back button returns the user to the previous
screen. The following gure is from the programming software.
Note: The menu item enclosed in the red box shall never be directly available
to the end-user. This is for test and evaluation by a certied technician only.
The following section will cover the more common sub-menu items that may be
accessible via the Menu. They will vary between analog and digital zones.
Contact (Digital Only)
To enter this menu item, press the Menu key to enter the main menu and select
“Contact.”
Common Contact (Frequent Contact)
Choose whether you can access the
contact list through the menu or place a
call to the contact . You can access the
frequently used contact list via Menu Contacts.
Contact List
Allows access to all programmed contacts
in the sub-menu. Press PTT to directly call
the selected contact.
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Contact (continued)
New Contact
Allows entry of new contact ID and alias that may be accessed via the Contact
List. When the selection has been created, enter the contact list and select New
Contact.
Manual Dialing
Allows the user to enter the ID of the targeted user from a front panel key to
make a call.
Phone (Digital Only)
The Phone menu allows the selection of the sub-menus for the contact phone
number or access manual dialing from the front panel or optional DTMF
microphone.
SMS (Digital Only)
Text messaging is available under the SMS sub-menu. This allows the user to
send and respond to text messages from this sub-menu. Programming dictates
what is available for selection such as generating a New Message, selection of
Short Cut Text, accessing the Inbox or Outbox, or accessing a draft message in
the Draft Box. There are additional selections under each of these items.
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Call Record (Digital Only)
The Call Record allows the user to view received calls, dialed calls and missed
calls. There are additional selections under each of these items.
Common Function (Digital / Analog)
The Common Function provides the ability to select Scan On/O and Squelch
On/O. Squelch control is available only in analog mode.
Zone (Analog / Digital)
This screen allows the user to change between Zones.
Setting (Analog / Digital)
The Setting sub-menu allows the user, if permitted in programming, to
customize the radio’s parameters to their preference. Each selection under
Setting has additional items that may be available based on programming. The
following capture shows the basic top screen. The additional gure shows the
selections under each.
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Service (Digital Only)
Service allows access to special supplementary services dened by the DMR
standard. They may or may not be activated in programming. They will mainly be
used only in supervisor or management radios for transmission. These selectable
items are Call Prompt, Remote Monitor, Radio Check, Radio Kill,
and Active.
Call Prompt – This allows a user to ping another user over the air.
Remote Monitor – Provides the ability to remotely activate a targeted radio’s
transmitter. This is generally used for life safety.
Radio Check – Allows the entry of a UID of target radio to verify that it is on the air.
Remote Kill – When command is sent to a targeted radio, the receiving radio will
be disabled until activated. This is generally used to deactivate stolen or missing
radios.
Active – Active is used to reactivate a radio that has received a remote kill
command.
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