Alinco DR638 User manual
ALINCO, INC.
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odoyabashi Dai-bldg 13F
4-4-9 Koraibashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka 541-0043 Japan
Phone: +81-6-7636-2362 Fax: +81-6-6208-3802
http://www.alinco.com
E-mail:export@alinco.co.jp
A1.140220
VHF/UHF FM
Transceiver DR638
All EU and EFTA member states. Operator
license is required.
FCC ID:PH3-DR638
IC:3070C-DR638
Copyright Alinco, lnc. PS0665A/FNEG-NI
Printed in China
VHF/UHF FM T
ransceiver
DR-638
Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing your new Alinco transceiver.
Please read this manual carefully before using the
product to ensure full performance, and keep this
manual for future reference as it contains information
on after-sales services. In case addendum or errata
sheets are included with this product, please read
those materials and keep them together with this
instruction manual for future reference.
NOTE: DR-638 may be delivered to you after dealer-programming.
In such cases, please ask your dealer about the available
features in your unit and how to operate this unit.
Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing this excellent Alinco transceiver.
Our products are ranked among the finest in the world. This radio has
been manufactured with state of the art technology and it has been tested
carefully at our factory. It is designed to operate to your satisfaction for
many years under normal use.
Please read this manual completely from the first page to the
last, to learn all the functions the product offers. It is important to
note that some of the operations may be explained in relation to
information in previous chapters. By reading just one part of the
manual, you may risk not understanding the complete explanation
of the function.
Conformity Symbols
Tested to comply MIL-STD-810G
-Shock: Method 514.6/I,IV -Vibration: Method 516.6/I
Conformity Information
Before transmitting
There are many radio stations operating in proximity to the frequency
ranges this product covers. Be careful not to cause interference when
transmitting around such radio stations.
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Lightning
Please note that no car provides adequate protection of its passengers
or drivers against lightning. Therefore, Alinco will not take responsibility
for any danger associated with using its radios or inside the car during
lightning.
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For North American users
Due to strict rules, this product is blocked for operations before sales
and only dealers can program the radio before delivery to consumers.
Manufacturer is n ot aware of details of such dealer-pr og ra mm in g
therefore please kindly contact your dealer rst in case technical-service
may be necessary.
In case the unit you have purchased is marked with a CE symbol,a copy
of relative conformity certicate or docu-ment can be reviewed at http://
www.alinco.com/usa.html.Please see the back-cover for more details.
Copyright 2012 All rights reserved. NO part of this document may be
reproduced, copied, translated or transcribed in any form or by any
means without the prior writhout the prior written permission of Alinco.
Inc,Osaka, Japan, English Edition Printed in China.
Comformity information / Amateur radio version
Manufacturer:
ALINCO, Inc. Electronics Division
Yodoyabashi Dai-bldg. 13F
4-4-9 Koraibashi, Chuo-ku,
Osaka 541-0043 Japan
FCC NOTICE / Compliance Information Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Tested to Comply
With FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
Information in this document is subject to change without notice or
obligation. All brand names and trademarks are the property of their
respective owners. Alinco cannot be liable for pictorial or typographical
inaccuracies. Some parts, options and/or accessories are unavailable
in certain areas. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2)this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
customers in Canada :
MODEL: 3070C-DR638
Le pré sen t a p par eil est con for me aux CNR d'I ndus tri e C a nad a
applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est
autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :
(1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et.
(2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique
subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le
fonctionnement.
CE Conformity Information
This device is in compliance with the essential requirements of R&TTE
Directive 1999/5/EC.
A copy of the certicate by the notied body can be reviewed at http://
www.alinco.com/usa.html.
This device is authorized for use in all EU and EFTA member states.
An operator's license is required for this device.
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IMPORTANT: This manual is common to amateur and commercial
users.
Not all features are available to commercial users. Commercial-use units
are programmed by the dealer before sales therefore features may be
prohibited for manual access by the users.
Commercial-users should contact the dealer for any technical inquiry
because the distributor and manufacturer are not aware of the details of
dealer-programming.
F e a t u r e s li k e sc l a m b l i n g is n o t al l o w e d fo r am a t e u r ra d i o
communications.
SAFETY TRAINING
INFORMATION
Land-mobile version only
WARNING:
This radio generates RF electromagnetic energy during transmission.
This radio is designed for and classified as “Occupational Use Only”,
meaning it must be used only during the course of employment by
indiv iduals aw are of th e hazards, and the w ays to mi nimize su ch
hazards.This radio is NOT intended for use by the “GeneralPopulation”
in an uncontrolled environment.
• Fo r c omp lia nce wit h F CC and Ind ust ry Can ada RF Exp osu re
Requirements, the transmitter antenna installation shall comply with
the following two conditions:
1.The transmitter antenna gain shall not exceed 0 dBi.
2.The antenna is required to be located outside of a vehicle and kept
at a distance of 63 centimeters or more between the transmitting
antenna of this device and any persons during operation.For small
vehicle as worst case, the antenna shall be located on the roof top
at any place on the centre line along the vehicle in order to achieve
63 centimeters separation distance. In order to ensure this distance
is met, the installation of the antenna must be mounted at least 63
centimeters away from the nearest edge of the vehicle in order to
protect against exposure to bystanders.
CAUTION:
To ensure that your exposure to RF electromagnetic energy is within
the FCC allowable limits for occupational use, always adhere to the
following guidelines:
DO NOT operate the radio without a proper antenna attached, as this
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may damage the radio and may also cause you to exceed FCC 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.
DO NOT transmit for more than 50% during the time of employment
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(50% duty cycle or less). Transmitting excessive amount of time can
cause RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded. Please
carefully read this instruction manual to learn how to transmit and stop
transmitting before starting to use it.
Electromagnetic Interference/Compatibility
Du ring tra nsm iss ion s, your rad io gen erate s R F e nergy that can
possibly cause interference with other devices or systems. To avoid
such interference, turn off 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.
Occupational/Controlled Use
This product is used in situations that users are exposed to RF as
consequence of their employment provided those users are fully aware
of the potential RF hazards and can exercise control over their exposure.
This transceiver is NOT ATEX approved and NOT intended for the use
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in hazardous explosive atmospheres.
PC PROGRAMMING
NOTE: The utility software may be available to distributors/dealers only.
USB programming cable is required. The manufacturer will not release
the software to unauthorized party so please contact your dealer for
details.
FCC INFORMATION / LAND-MOBILE VERSION ONLY
FOR CLASS B UNINTENTIONAL RADIATORS:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ●
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. ●
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to ●
which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. ●
FOR CUSTOMERS IN CANADA :
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables
aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
L'EXPLOITATION EST AUTORISÉE AUX DEUX CONDITIONS SUIVANTES :
(1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
(2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique
subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le
fonctionnement.
To prevent any hazard during operation of Alinco’s radio product, in this
manual and on the product you may nd symbols shown below. Please
read and understand the meanings of these symbols before starting to
use the product.
Danger
Alert
Caution
This s ymbol i s inten de d to alert the user t o an
immediate danger that may cause loss of life and
property if the user disregards the warning.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to a possible
hazard that may cause loss of life and property if the
user disregards the warning.
This symbol is intended to alert the user a possible
hazard that may cause loss of property or injure the
user if the warning is disregarded.
Alert symbol. An explanation is given.
Warning symbol. An explanation is given.
Instruction symbol. An explanation is given.
WARNING
Do not use this product in close proximity to other electronics
devices, especially medical ones. It may cause interference
to those devices.
Keep the radio out of the reach of children.
In case a liquid leaks from the product, do not touch it. It may
damage your skin.
Rinse with plenty of cold water if the liquid contacted your
skin.
Never operate this product in facilities where radio products
are prohibited for use such as aboard aircraft, in airports, in
ports, within or near the operating area of business wireless
stations or their relay stations.
Use of this product may be prohibited or illegal outside of
your country. Be informed in advance when you travel.
The m an ufacturer decli ne s any responsibilit ie s against
loss of life and/or property due to a failure of this product
when used to perform important tasks like life-guarding,
surveillance, and rescue.
Do not use multiple radios in very close proximity. It may
cause interference and/or damage to the product(s).
ALERT
Environment and condition of use:
Do n ot drive whi le handlin g the r adio for y our saf ety. It
is recomm en de d that y ou check local traffi c regulations
regarding the use of radio equipment while driving.
Some countries prohibit the operation of transceiver while
driving.
The manufacturer declines any responsibilities against loss
of life and property due to a failure of this product when used
with or as a part of a device made by third parties.
Use of third party accessory may result in damage to this
product. It will void our warranty for repair.
WARNING
Handling this product:
Be sure to reduce the audio output level to minimum before
using an earphone or a headset. Excessive audio may damage
hearing.
Do not open the unit without permission or instruction from the
manufacturer.
Unauthorized modication or repair may result in electric shock,
re and/or malfunction.
Do not operate this product in a wet place such as shower
room. It may result in electric shock, re and/or malfunction.
Do not place conductive materials, such as water or metal in
close proximity to the product. A short-circuit to the product
may result in electric shock, re and/or malfunction.
Do not touch the heatsink (on/around the unit mostly found on
mobile-base units) as it may become very hot during/after the
operation that may risk burn your skin.
About power-supply:
Use only appropriate, reliable and certified power supply of
correct voltage and capacity.
Do not connect cables in reverse polarity. It may result in
electric shock, re and/or malfunction.
Do not plug multiple devices including the power-supply into a
single wall outlet. It may result in overheating and/or re.
Do not handle a power-supply with a wet hand. It may result in
electric shock.
Securely plug the power-supply to the wall outlet. Insecure
installation may result in short-circuit, electronic shock and/or re.
Do not plu g the power-suppl y into the wall o ut let if the
contacts are dirty and/or dusty.
Shortcircuiting and/or overheating may result in re, electric
shock and/or damage to the product.
Do not modify or remove fuse-assembly from the DC-cable.
It may result in f ire, electric shock and/or damage to the
product.
In case of emergency:
In case of the following situation(s), please turn off the product, switch
off the source of power, then remove or unplug the power-cord. Please
contact your local dealer of this product for service and assistance.
Do not use the product until the trouble is resolved. Do not try to
troubleshoot the problem by yourself.
• When a strange sound, smoke and or strange odor comes out of the
product.
• When the product is dropped or the case is broken or cracked.
• When a liquid penetrated inside.
• When a power-cord ( including DC-cables, AC-cables and adapters)
is damaged.
For your safety, turn off then remove all related AC-lines to
the product and its accessories including the antenna if a
thunderstorm is likely.
Turn off the unit, remove the mobile antenna from its base
and keep it in the vehicle if a thunderstorm is likely.
Please read cautions regarding the lightning-protection on
page 9 also.
Maintenance
Do not open the unit and its accessories. Please consult with
your local dealer of this product for service and assistance.
WARNING
CAUTION
Environment and condition of use:
Do not use the product in proximity to a TV or a radio. It may
cause interference or receive interference.
Do not install in a humid, dusty or insufficiently ventilated
place. It may result in electric shock, re and/or malfunction.
Do not install in an unstable or vibrating position. It may result
in electric shock, re and/or malfunction when/if the product
falls to the ground.
Do not install the product in proximity to a source of heat and
humidity such as a heater or a stove. Avoid placing the unit in
direct sunlight.
Do not modify, dismantle, incinerate, or immerse the batteries
that may be used in accessories you use with this product.
Please check your local regulations for details on recycling
option or disposal of the batteries in your area.
About transceiver
Do not connect devices other than speci ed ones to the jacks
and ports on the product.
It may result in damage to the devices.
Turn off and remove the power-source (AC cable, DC cable,
battery, cigar-cable, charger adapter etc) from the product
when the product is not in use for extended period of time or in
case of maintenance.
Use a clean, dry cloth to wipe off dirt and condensation from
the surface of the product.
Never use thinner or benzene for cleaning.
About power-supply
Al w ays turn off the p o wer supp l y wh e n co n nect i ng or
disconnecting the cables.
When using an external antenna, make sure that the antenna
ground is not common with the ground of the power supply.
Eur opean users: When a transceiver is powere d from an
external DC power source (adapter, power supply, cigar-plug
etc), make sure that this power supply has approval to the
level of IEC/EN 60950-1.
CONTENTS
New and Innovative Features ..............................................1
Supplied Accessories/Optional Accessories .....................2
Supplied Accessories .......................................................................2
Initial Installation ..................................................................3
Mobile installation ............................................................................3
DC Power Cable Connection ...........................................................4
Power supply voltage Display ..........................................................6
Antenna Connection ........................................................................6
Accessories Connections
Getting Acquainted ..............................................................8
Front panel ....................................................................................... 8
Rear panel .......................................................................................9
Display .............................................................................................9
Microphone .....................................................................................10
Basic Operations ................................................................. 11
Switching the Power On/Off ............................................................. 11
Adjusting the Volume .......................................................................11
Squelch level setting ........................................................................11
Switch between VFO and memory mode ........................................11
Setting frequency .............................................................................11
Setting channel ................................................................................11
Switch Between Main Band and Sub band ...................................... 12
Selecting the operating band ...........................................................12
Receiving .........................................................................................12
Squelch Off/Squelch Off Momentary................................................12
Transmitting .....................................................................................13
Transmit DTMF/2TONE/5TONE signaling ....................................... 13
High/Mid/Low Power Setting ............................................................ 13
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Frequency Reverse ..........................................................................13
CTCSS/DCS setting .........................................................................13
Call channel recalling ....................................................................... 13
CTCSS/DCS Scan
Dual Watch.......................................................................................14
Emergency Alarm
Channel/Frequency Scan
Channel Scan Skip
Memory Channel Programming
Search Scan Range Setting
Channel Copy
Channel Delete
Memory Banks operation
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PARAMETER SETTING MODE(SET MODE) .......................16
Menu 01: APO (Automatic power off) .............................................. 16
Menu 02: Automatic offset ...............................................................16
Menu 03: VFO Channel Step Setting ...............................................16
Menu 04: VFO Band lockout ............................................................ 16
Menu 05: Beep Sound .....................................................................17
Menu 06: CPU Clock Frequency Setting ......................................... 17
Menu 07: 2Tone Encode Select .......................................................17
Menu 08: 5Tone Encode Select .......................................................17
Menu 09: Add Optional Signaling .....................................................18
Menu 10: Tone Encode Setup ..........................................................18
Menu 11: Tone Decode Setup ......................................................... 18
Menu 12: Sub Band Display ............................................................19
Menu 13: DTMF Encode Pre-Loading Timing ..................................19
Menu 14: DTMF Encode Transmitting Time ....................................19
Menu 15: DTMF Encode Setup .......................................................19
CONTENTS
Menu 16: Squelch Mode Setup ........................................................20
Menu 17: Compander ......................................................................20
Menu 18: Scrambler (Available to Commercial models only ) ......... 20
Menu 19: Tone Burst Tones
Menu 20: Hyper
Menu 21: Keypad Lockout
Menu 22: PTT Lockout
Menu 23: TOT Penalty
Menu 24: Talk Around
Menu 25: SUB Band Mute
Menu 26: Editing Memory Name
Menu 27: Time-Out Timer(TOT)
Menu 28-31: Microphone PA,PB, PC,PD key setup
Menu 32: RF Squelch
Menu 33: Offset Direction
Menu 34: Scan Resume Condition
Menu 35: Priority Channel Scan
Menu 36: Offset Frequency
Menu 37: Display Mode
Menu 38: Busy Channel Lockout(BCLO)
Menu 39: DTMF Self ID Enquiry
Menu 40: 5-TONE Self ID Enquiry
Menu 41: VFO Frequency Linkage
Menu 42: Wide/Narrow FM Mode
Menu 43: Crossband Repeat (HE model not available)
Menu 44-46: LCD backlight
Menu 47: Keypad backlight brightness
Menu 48: Calling Record
Menu 49: AM Function
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Menu 50: Automatic AM function
Menu 51: VHF External speaker port
Menu 52: Beep Volume control
Menu 53: Talk Around
Menu 54: Microphone Speaker
MENU 55: Memory Banks Enquiry
MENU 56: Memory Banks Linking
Menu 64: Password Function
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Microphone Operation .........................................................29
Send DTMF signaling ......................................................................29
Main/Sub band switching .................................................................29
Function operation through PA-PD keys ..........................................29
Main/Sub band switching .................................................................29
Main/Sub band switching .................................................................29
Cable Clone ...........................................................................31
Resume Factory Default .................................................................. 31
Programming Software Installing and Starting (in windows
XP syst1e0m) ........................................................................32
Install USB Cable Driver Programme ..............................................32
Maintenance ..........................................................................33
Trouble Shooting. .............................................................................33
Specications .......................................................................34
Appendix ...............................................................................35
51 groups CTCSS Tone Frequency(Hz). ......................................... 35
1024 groups DCS Code. .................................................................. 35
New and Innovative Features
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758 memory channels, full duplex oper ation with independent
volume and squelch controls
50 Watts of power output on the VHF band and 40 Watts on the
UHF band with cross band repeater function.
UU, UV,VU,VV operations with full-dupe and wideband receive
capability including Air band in AM and FM broadcast.
A large LCD with selectable backlit color, Keys and microphone
keypads are also backlit and ensures comfortable operation in the
dark.
CTCSS, DCS, 2-tones, 5-tones and tone-bursts for repeater access
and sellective calling operations.
Various scan functions including CTCSS/DCS Scan function.
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Variety of signaling such as emergency alarm, ANI/DTMF, remote-
kill/revive features.
Mu l ti group s of fix scram b lin g and 2 g r oups of self defin e
scrambling.(commercial models)
Co mp and er funct ion t o dec rea se the b ackgr oun d noi se and
enhance audio clarity.(commercial models)
Theft alarm provides extra safety.
Operating Frequency Ranges
<Band 1> *For DR638
Tx: 136-174MHz
400-480MHz
Rx: 108-180MHz
220-260MHz
350-399.995MHz
400-523MHz
Supplied Accessories
Supplied Accessories
Carefully unpack to make sure the following items are found in the package in addition to this manual:
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Transceiver
DR-638
Microphone EMS-74
(with DTMF keyboard)
Mo b i le Mo unti n g
Bracket
DC Power Cable with
Fuse Holder
Hardware Kit for Bracket
Black screws
(
M4X8mm
4PCS
Tapping screws
)
(
M5X8mm
4PCS
)
S-Washer
Spare Fuses
The standard accessories may vary slightly depending on the version you have purchased. Please contact your local authorized Alinco dealer should
you have any questions. Alinco and authorized dealers are not responsible for any typographical errors there may be in this manual. Standard
accessories may change without notice.
Warranty Policy: Please refer to any enclosed warranty information or contact your authorized Alinco dealer / distributor for the warranty policy.
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In order to operate this product, a properly tuned antenna, its feedline with connectors and xing hardware are necessary. Please
consult with your dealer for details.
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Initial Installation
Mobile installation
The transceiver may be installed in any position in your car, where the
controls and microphone are easily accessible and it does not interfere
with the safe operation of the vehicle. If your vehicle is equipped with
air bags, be certain your radio will not interfere with their deployment. If
you are uncertain about where to mount the unit, contact your vehicle's
dealer.
Install the mounting bracket in the vehicle using the supplied self-
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tapping screws (4pcs) and at washers (4pcs).
Car body
Washer (M5)
Tapping screw
(M5x20mm)
Determine the appropriate angle of the transceiver, using the 3 screw
hole positions on the side of the mounting bracket.
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Position the transcei ver, t hen inser t and tig hten the supplied
2.
hexagon SEMS screws.
Double check that all screws are tightened to prevent vehicle
vibration from loosening the bracket or transceiver.
Mounting bracket
Caution:
Use only the provided screws
otherwise you risk damaging the
circuit board, components or falloff of the unit.
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