Setting up a HCP-1

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Forgive me if this has been asked.  I just got a HCP-1.  It will be for my use only.  Do I have to set it up as a repeater or is there a easier path?

Does it need a DMR radio ID for it ?

Thanks, I have ZERO experience with DMR but I will get there.  I registered with  radioid today but have not heard back yet. 

I assume that they will give the ID when they do or is it a different process to get that once registered?