Advanced Wireless Communications awr2108 User manual

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THANK YOU!
We are grateful for your purchase of Advanced Wireless Communications product. We believe this
easy–to-use radio will provide you with dependable and reliable communications. This Advanced
Wireless Communications portable two-way radio is a precision device. Treat it with care, and you will
enjoy years of reliable operation.
 MODELS COVERED IN THIS MANUAL
AWR2108: UHF 450-470MHz

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Product Safety and RF Exposure for Portable Two-Way Radios
Compliance with RF Energy Exposure Standards
NOTICE: This radio 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 general population, consumer or similar
use.
BEFORE USING THIS RADIO, READ THE TRAINING MATERIAL BELOW WHICH CONTAINS
IMPORTANT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USAGE AND 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 portable
two-way radios. The FCC requires manufacturers to demonstrate compliance with RF exposure limits
before portable two-way radios can be marketed in the U.S. When two-way radios 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 by
the use of labels, or by education and training through appropriate means, such as information and
instructions in user manuals or safety booklets. Your Advanced Wireless two-way radio has an RF
exposure information label in the battery compartment. The training material below includes useful
information about RF exposure and helpful instructions on how to control your RF exposure.
Your Advanced Wireless two-way radio is designed and tested to comply with a number of national
and international standards and guidelines (listed below) regarding human exposure to RF
electromagnetic energy. In terms of measuring RF energy for compliance with FCC exposure
guidelines, your radio radiates measurable RF energy only while it is transmitting (during talking), not
when it is receiving (listening) or in standby mode.
Compliance and Control Guidelines and Operating Instructions for Portable Two-Way Radios
To control your exposure and ensure compliance with the occupational/controlled environment
exposure limits, always adhere to the following procedures:
zHold the radio in a vertical position in front of the face with the microphone positioned at least one
inch (2.5 cm) away from the lips. Keeping the radio at the proper distance is important since RF
exposure decreases with increasing distance from the antenna.
zFor body-worn operation, always place the radio in an FCC approved belt-clip or similar
accessory that contains no metallic components and provides a minimum separation distance of
1.3 cm between the back of the radio and the user’s body. FCC-approved accessories, antennas,
and device combinations comply with the occupational/controlled environment RF exposure limits.
RF exposure information on FCC-approved accessories, antennas, and device combinations can
be found under the “Display Exhibits” section of http://www.fcc.gov/oet/fccid after searching using
the FCC Identifier (FCC ID), which can be obtained from the label on your radio. Using non–FCC
approved accessories may result in exposure levels which exceed the FCC’s
occupational/controlled environment RF exposure limits.
zIf you are not using a body-worn accessory and are not using the radio held in front of the face,
ensure the radio is kept a minimum of 1.3 cm from the body when transmitting. Keeping the radio

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at a proper distance is important since RF exposure decreases with increasing distance from the
antenna.
zUse only FCC-approved supplied or replacement antennas, batteries, and accessories intended
for use with this radio. Use of non–FCC approved antennas, batteries and accessories may
exceed FCC RF exposure guidelines.
FCC license Information
Your Advanced Wireless Communications radio operates on communications frequencies which are
subject to FCC(Federal Communications Commission) Rules & Regulations. FCC Rules require that
all operators using Private Land Mobile radio frequencies obtain a radio license before operating their
equipment. Application for license must be made on FCC form 601, and schedules D, E, and G.
FAX: Forms can be obtained by fax from the FCC Fax-On-Demand system. Call 1-202-418-0177 from
your fax machine and request document number 000600 for the form, schedules, and instructions.
MAIL: Forms can be ordered by telephone, and will be sent to you by first class mail. Call the FCC
Forms Hotline at 1-800-418-FORM (1-800-418-3676).
INTERNET: Form 601 and instructions can be downloaded from the FCC Forms website at:
http://www.fcc.gov/Forms/Form601/601.html
Before filling out your Form 601 application Technical Data section, you must decide which frequency
(or frequencies) you will operate on. Refer to the frequency chart on page 26.
Questions? Call the FCC for license application questions at
1-888-CALL-FCC (1-888-225-5322).
If you have any questions, call Advanced Wireless Communications:
1-800-469-5400
Notices to The User
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.
One or more of the following statements may be applicable:
FCC WARNING
This equipment generates or uses radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this
equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in
the instruction manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an
unauthorized change or modification is made.

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SAFETY INFORMATION:
Your wireless portable two-way radio has been designed using a low power transmitter.
When the PTT switch is pressed, the radio generates radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy
(EME). This radio is designed to comply with the FCC Report and Order
FCC 96-326 (August, 1996).
User Safety Information
PLEASE READ THIS IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE USING YOUR Advanced
Wireless Communications PORTABLE TWO-WAY RADIO.
Only qualified technicians are allowed to maintain this product.
To avoid electromagnetic interference, turn off your radio in places where posted notices
instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that is
sensitive to external RF energy. When travelling on aircraft, turn off your radio when the
airline crew instructs you to do so.
When in vehicles equipped with an air bag, do not place a portable radio in the airbag
deployment area.
Turn off your radio prior to entering any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere. Do not
remove, install, or charge batteries in such areas.
To avoid possible interference with blasting operations, turn off your radio when you are near
electrical blasting caps.
Do not use any portable radio that has a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes
into contact with your skin, a minor burn may result.
Do not expose the radio to direct sunlight for long periods of time. Do not place the radio in
direct contact with any heating source.
INFORMATION TO THE DIGITAL DEVICE USER REQUIRED BY THE FCC
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
generate 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 the
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 of
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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 to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer for technical assistance.

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CONTENTS
Product Inspection
Battery Charging Information
Accessory Information
Battery
Antenna
Belt Clip
Getting Started
LCD Display
Basic Operations
Features
Monitor
Channel Scan
Priority Channel Scan
Scan Revert Channel
Selectable CTCSS/CDCSS
Selectable Squelch Level
High/Low power
Key lock
Time Out Timer (TOT)
Battery Save
Low Battery Alert
Busy Channel Lockout
Backlight
Troubleshooting Guide
Optional Accessories
Care and Cleaning
Notice to The User
CTCSS/CDCSS table
Frequency Chart

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Product Inspection
Thank you for your purchase of Advanced Wireless Communications portable two-way radio model:
AWR2108. Before use, please inspect the product as follows.
First check the shipping carton for any signs of damage If any damage has occurred, please contact
your dealer immediately. Confirm the supplied product against the packing slip to assure accuracy.
 Available Accessories
Part number Item Qty.(pcs)
Antenna* 1
Adapter 1
Li-TON Battery 1
Belt Clip 1
Owner’s Manual 1
Charger cup 1
*Notes: Antenna mark: white.

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Battery Charging Information
Standard Charger
1. Insert the radio and battery or battery alone into the charging cup. Charging begins and the red
LED will light continuously. When the charging cycle is complete, the red LED will change to green.
Charging time is less than 2.5 hours.
2. After the battery is fully charged, the charger will shut off automatically.
3. A flashing red LED indicates an abnormal charging condition, which can be caused by an old
battery or a defective battery. Contact your dealer for instructions.
Notes:
Batteries should be charged in a dry environment at room temperature.
If the battery cannot reach normal capacity after charging, you need to replace the battery.
Do not short out the battery terminals or dispose of the battery by fire.
Accessory Information
 Battery
Attaching the Battery (See figure 1)
1, Insert the tabs, at the bottom of the battery, into the slots at the
bottom of the radio chassis..
2, Press the top of the battery towards the radio until a click is
heard.
Removing the Battery (See figure 2)
1, Turn off the radio.

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2, Push the battery latch on the back panel, towards the top of the radio.
3, Pull the top of the battery away from the radio chassis, and lift the
battery from the radio.
Antenna
Attaching the Antenna (See figure 3)
1, Align the threaded end of the antenna with the radio’s antenna
connector.
2, Turn the antenna clockwise to tighten.
Removing the Antenna (See figure 4)
1.Turn the antenna counter-clockwise until you can remove it.
Belt Clip
Attaching the Belt Clip (See figure 5)
1, Align the grooves of the belt clip with those of the battery.
2, Press the belt clip down until a click is heard.
Removing the Belt Clip (See figure 6 )
1, Pry the belt clip tab away from the battery.
2, Slide the belt clip upwards to remove it. .

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Getting Started
1. Antenna
Used to receive or transmit signals.
2. LCD
Displays operation status of the radio.
3. LED indicator
In transmit mode, the red LED will turn on. In receive mode, the green LED will turn on. A flashing
red LED indicates that the battery is low.
4. POWER/VOL Knob
Rotate the volume control clockwise to turn the unit on, fully counter clockwise to turn the unit off.
Increase or decrease volume by adjusting the volume control accordingly.
5. Down key
Adjust the channel downwards.
6. SCAN key
Press the scan key to activate the scan mode. When the radio detects properly coded activity on a

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channel, it will stop scanning and listen to that channel.
7. Up key
Adjust the channel upwards.
8. PTT button
To transmit, press and hold PTT button. To receive, release PTT button.
9. MONI button
In receive mode, press the MONI key to monitor other activity on your selected channel .
10. Microphone
When transmitting, speak into the microphone holding the radio 2-4 inches from your mouth.
11. jack
Used to connect external earphone/microphone accessories.
12. Speaker
Listen to received audio.
13. DC Jack
Used for factory adjustment only.
14. Battery latch
Used to fasten and remove the battery.
15. Belt clip
Used to clip radio on your belt.
16. Battery pack

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LCD Display
1. Appears when the transmit power of the current channel is set for low power.
2. Appears when the dealer disables the radio’s speaker. (Must use audio accessory to operate.)
3. Appears when the keys are locked.
4. Display the current channel number.

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Basic Operations
 To Turn On the Radio
Turn the POWER/VOL knob clockwise until a click is heard.
 To Receive
1. Press UP or DOWN key to select the desired channel.
2. Turn POWER/VOL knob to adjust the volume. Pressing the MONI key will provide noise so that
the volume can be adjusted accordingly.
Now if the radio receives a signal with CTCSS/CDCSS matching with that set in the radio, the speaker
will output audio.
 To Transmit
1. Press the UP or DOWN key to select the desired channel.
2. To avoid interfering with other users, press the MONI key to monitor activities on your channel
and make sure the channel is idle before transmitting.
3. To transmit, press and hold the PTT button, speak clearly into the microphone with the radio 2 to
4 inches away from your mouth. To receive, release the PTT button. When the PTT button is
pressed, the red LED will Light until the PTT button is released or until the transmit time out timer
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Features
 Monitor
Press the MONI button to monitor any activity on the channel. Wait for this activity to clear before
transmitting.
 Channel Scan
Channel scan is set to monitor desired activities on all channels in scan list. When channel scan is
enabled, the radio will automatically scan all channels in scan list until activity is detected on a channel.
The scanning will then stop and the receive audio will be heard.When scanning stops on an active
channel, it will restart in the preset restart mode that is set by the dealer. Scan restart mode can be
either Time operated scan or Carrier operated scan.
Time Operated Scan
If scanning stops on an active channel, and continues to listen for a preset period (the time is preset by
the dealer), it will begin scanning other channels even if there is still activity on the channel.
Carrier Operated Scan
Scan will lock in on the busy channel until there is no activity.
Channel Scan Operations
1. Press SCAN key
Scan starts from the current channel and then scrolls all selected channels in sequence.
2. Press UP or DOWN key to change channel scan sequence. Press the UP key; radio skips the
current channel and scans other selected channels in ascending order; press the DOWN key;
radio skips the current channel and scans other selected channels in descending order.
3. Press SCAN key again, scan stops.
4. Adding or deleting a channel in/from the scan list. The dealer can add or delete a channel in/from
the scan list. Only channels in the scan list can be scanned.
 Priority Channel Scan
If your dealer has set a priority channel, when radio scans non-priority channels, it will periodically
sample the priority channel. If desired activity is detected on the priority channel, it will switch to the
priority channel for communications.
 Scan Revert Channel
The scan revert channel feature allows you to transmit on the proper channel while initiating a call
during channel scan. Press [PTT] button, radio stops scanning and transmits on the revert channel.
This feature is set by the dealer.
 Selectable CTCSS/CDCSS
CTCSS/CDCSS feature is used to avoid receiving unwanted signals on the same channel. When
CTCSS/CDCSS is enabled, the radio only allows audio with the same CTCSS/CDCSS code to
activate the speaker. If CTCSS/CDCSS is disabled, the radio will hear all calls on the same channel.
When the dealer allows CTCSS/CDCSS to be selectable by the end user, the operations are as
follows:

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Press the [UP] key while holding down the [MONI] key to enter CTCSS/CDCSS set mode.
In this mode, press [UP] or [DOWN] to select CTCSS/CDCSS.
Press [SCAN], LCD display toggles between OFF/CTCSS/CDCSS/-CDCSS:
CTCSS/CDCSS OFF: 00
CTCSS: 01 38
CDCSS: 01 83
-CDCSS: -01 -83
OFF
CTCSS
CDCSS
-CDCSS
Please refer to CTCSS/CDCSS table.
Press [UP] while holding down [MONI] to exit CTCSS/CDCSS mode.
Note: Though CTCSS/CDCSS feature can prevent you from receiving unwanted signals; it
doesn’t mean your calls are absolutely private.
 Selectable squelch level
If this feature is enabled by the dealer, then
Press the [DOWN] key while holding down the [MONI] key to enter squelch level set mode. In this
mode, press [UP]/[DOWN] to select the level, 0 9.
Press [PTT] or [MONI] or [SCAN] to exit the mode.
 High/Low power
If this feature is enabled by the dealer, then
While holding down [PTT], press [MONI] to toggle the power of the current channel between high and
low.
When the power is low, “Lo” will be displayed on LCD.
Key lock
The key lock feature is designed to avoid accidental pressing of keys. If this feature is enabled by
the dealer,
The operation procedures are as follows:
1, Press [SCAN] while holding down [MONI] to lock keys. When keys are locked, [UP],[DOWN]
and [SCAN] keys are inoperable, but [PTT] and [MONI] keys will still function.

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2, Press [SCAN] while holding down [MONI] to unlock keys.
3, lock symbol appears on LCD:
 Time Out Timer (TOT)
Time Out Timer is to prevent user from transmitting on the same channel for extended periods of time.
This also protects the radio from damage caused by accidental transmissions.
If transmission exceeds the preset time, (the TOT time can be preset by the dealer), the radio will stop
transmitting and return to the receive mode. Alert beeps will sound to indicate the halt in transmission.
Releasing the PTT button will cause the beeps stop.
 Battery Save
While no activity is on channel and no operation is performed for 5 seconds, the Battery Save feature
will automatically be switched on to reduce power consumption. When a signal is received or an
operation is performed, the Battery Save feature is automatically switched off.
 Low Battery Alert
When the battery voltage is lower than preset value, red LED will flash.
When the battery voltage becomes too low, red LED will flash and beeps sound. When you try to
transmit at this time, it is forbidden and beeps sound continuously. You need to replace or charge
the battery.
 Busy Channel Lock Out
If the selected channel is set for busy channel lock out, by your dealer, you cannot transmit when
there is activity on that channel. If you press the PTT button, the radio will sound beeps and will
stay in the receive mode.
 Backlight
This feature can be enabled by the dealer.
When this feature is enabled, pressing any key except the PTT will illuminate the display. The display
will stay lit for 5 seconds.

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Troubleshooting Guide
Please check the following items before requesting service.
1. Review operation procedures.
2. Replace or recharge the battery.
3. If reception is poor, check the antenna to make sure it is undamaged and operating in a vertical
position.
4. Try another location with fewer obstructions.
5. If you cannot communicate with your group members, make sure you are using the
samefrequency and CTCSS/CDCSS.
6. If you hear other conversations on your channel, change your CTCSS/CDCSS. Remember to
change CTCSS/CDCSS of your other group members.
Optional Accessories
y Earphone
y Leather Case
y Headset (many options)
y Speaker mic
Care and Cleaning
Do not carry your radio by the antenna or remote microphone.
Wipe the battery contacts with a lint-free cloth to remove dirt, grease, or other material that
may prevent good electrical connection.
When not in use, keep the accessory jacks covered with the protective cap.
If cleaning the radio housing becomes necessary, use a cloth or paper towel dampened with
a non-abrasive cleaner. Glass cleaner works well. Avoid using strong chemicals. DO NOT
submerge in water.

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CTCSS/CDCSS Table
CTCSS
NO Freq(Hz) NO Freq(Hz) NO Freq(Hz)
00 NO TONE 13 103.5 26 162.2
01 67.0 14 107.2 27 167.9
02 71.9 15 110.9 28 173.8
03 74.4 16 114.8 29 179.9
04 77.0 17 118.8 30 186.2
05 79.7 18 123.0 31 192.8
06 82.5 19 127.3 32 203.5
07 85.4 20 131.8 33 210.7
08 88.5 21 136.5 34 218.1
09 91.5 22 141.3 35 225.7
10 94.8 23 146.2 36 233.6
11 97.4 24 151.4 37 241.8
12 100.0 25 156.7 38 250.3
CDCSS
NO CODE NO CODE NO CODE
01 023 29 174 57 445
02 025 30 205 58 464
03 026 31 223 59 465
04 031 32 226 60 466
05 032 33 243 61 503
06 043 34 244 62 506
07 047 35 245 63 516

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08 051 36 251 64 532
09 054 37 261 65 546
10 065 38 263 66 565
11 071 39 265 67 606
12 072 40 271 68 612
13 073 41 306 69 624
14 074 42 311 70 627
15 114 43 315 71 631
16 115 44 331 72 632
17 116 45 343 73 654
18 125 46 346 74 662
19 131 47 351 75 664
20 132 48 364 76 703
21 134 49 365 77 712
22 143 50 371 78 723
23 152 51 411 79 731
24 155 52 412 80 732
25 156 53 413 81 734
26 162 54 423 82 743
27 165 55 431 83 754
28 172 56 432

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Frequency Chart
Model: ____________________ Serial Number: ________________
Channel Transmit
Frequency
Transmit
CTCSS/CDCSS
Receive
Frequency
Receive
CTCSS/CDCSS
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
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AWC endeavor to achieve the accuracy and completeness of this manual, but cannot guarantee its
accuracy at all times. All the above specifications and design are subject to change by AWC without
notice.
All the reproduction and translation of this manual without authorization of AWC is not allowed.