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Components

Transmitter

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0-10-watt operation, Class D, high efficiency output; internal components rated to 3 times operating wattage, utilizing 2 output devices.

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Federal Communications Commission certified for Travelers Information Service in the United States under Part 90.242., Certification Number B7MTR-6000TIS-WB.

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Single-board design with all RF, power and audio circuitry.

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Integral LED wattage and VU reference meters.

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Remote broadcast monitoring control.

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Synthesized frequency selection, compander-style audio processing.

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Defeat-able LED operation to save power.

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24V DC, fully regulated power supply.

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530 to 1700 kHz AM frequency range.

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Frequency stability +/-20 Hz.

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Continuously adjustable power and audio modulation controls, externally accessible on front panel.

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Tunable series filter on RF output.

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External audio, power and synchronization inputs.

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External PL-259 UHF style RF output and 1/4” audio headphone output driven by detector circuit to provide positive modulation indication.

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Rack, panel or shelf-mountable cabinet.

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Slim-line design (7.5” height, 17” width, 1.5” depth) and 4 pounds.

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Mean time between failure - in excess of 60 years.

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Estimated product life = in excess of 30 years.

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Approved for US Military use.

USB-MP3 Digital Message Player for MP3 Edition Information Station

bullet Local operation.
bullet File format: MP3.
bullet Memory storage: external.
bullet Software: none required for message transfer; optional required for message editing. *
bullet Message loading: removable USB message-transfer sticks; 2 provided; drag-and-drop MP3 messages from PC USB port.
bullet Compatibility: Windows or Mac based computer.
bullet Recording time: 60 minutes per stick.
bullet Messages: up to 1,000.
bullet Message size: variable.
bullet Message order: sequential message play based on file order.
bullet Memory format: "flash" - no battery backup required.
bullet Audio outputs: 8 or 600 ohms
bullet Auto reboot on power outage.
bullet Power: 12VDC.
bullet Optional PC microphone and headset. *

* NOTE . . .
A standard PC with sound card and USB port is required to create MP3 files on the MP3 Edition of the Information station. If audio editing software is to be optioned, the PC must meet minimum specifications. Consult with ISS.

NX8R Digital Message Player for Classic Edition Information Station

bullet Voicemail-style natural voice operation with 800-word/phrase capability; voice prompts and status report on available recording time, sequences, security codes, programming parameters and complete status of current audio program, relay states, power.
bullet Identical remote and local control codes.
bullet High quality (16-bit sampling rate) recording process, yielding 5500-Hz dynamic range.
bullet One thousand independent broadcast messages that may be of any length. Each message may be independently monitored and later erased, as desired.
bullet Automatic message scheduling by time, day, date. Internal time clock never requires setting, keeping time even with total loss of power.
bullet Fifty message playlists that may contain hundreds of broadcast messages, up to three live sources (each with independent timing control), command for up to four external relays, other (nested) playlists and differing output levels for each audio output. Playlists may be created, recreated or appended locally or remotely.
bullet Selection of active playlist locally or remotely.
bullet Eighty minutes of recordable time in dynamic flash memory.
bullet Three audio inputs for separate and independent live program feeds, each with independent audio level controls.
bullet Three audio outputs with audio levels settable locally, remotely or programmed to change automatically.
bullet One- to nine-digit security access code, defeatable phone prompting, programmable locally or remotely. User-settable number of retries and timeout period for maximum security.
bullet Five-second and full-message survey monitoring of all stored messages and playlists.
bullet Eight prioritized control closures to trigger message sequences remotely.
bullet Control closure prioritization allows automatic interrupts for emergency messages and automatic National Weather Service all-hazard radio notifications (weather and EAS).
bullet Includes prerecorded messages by professional announcer for advisory radio application -- ready for broadcast immediately.
bullet Station identification message broadcasts every half-hour.
bullet Click here to see details about optional Workstation Audio Control.

Antenna

bullet Whip-style antenna, between 15 and 25 feet long.
bullet Wind rating: Antennas 1230 kHz and above 100 mph; 80 mph with 1/4 radial ice; antennas 1220 kHz and below 80 mph; 50 mph with 1/4 radial ice.
Max 2.0” OD, tapering to 0.5".
bullet Aluminum construction, black finish color to discourage ice buildup; UV resistant finish; architectural anodization process #801.
bullet Stainless-steel tuning tip.
bullet Includes all hardware, mounts, lightning arrestor and ground terminals in enclosure.
bullet Includes PowerPlane patented, factory-assembled antenna groundplane. (For illustrated installation tips, see "TechTalk.")

Antenna-Mount Styles

bullet Yard and isolated. 
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Optional Vertical Profile Antenna System.

Electronics Enclosure

bullet Weatherproof, gasketed, NEMA-4 steel construction.
bullet Pole or wall mountable (includes wood pole mount).
bullet Indoors or outdoors use.
bullet Back panel with wiring harness, local test phone.
bullet Includes AC-terminal block and power-surge arrestor.
bullet Pad-lockable design, 36"H x 24"W x 8"D size for Classic Edition. 24"H x 24"W x 8"D size for MP3 Edition.

Utilities Required

bullet 110-volt AC, single-phase/50/60 Hz, less than 1 amp AC operating current (20A breaker). Standard business telephone line ("central office" type, shielded).

Test Equipment

bullet Includes wattmeter and dummy load for antenna tuning and system diagnosis.

Associated Materials 

bullet With all wiring, connectors, mounts and hardware.



General

Broadcast Recording

bullet Professional recording services, free for the first 30 days.

Technical Support

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Remote technical support at no charge for the life of the product.

Illustrated Instruction Manual

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With installation, operation and maintenance sections, diagrams and drawings.

Optional Assistance

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Site choice and frequency monitoring, pre-installation testing, frequency search and FCC licensing (federal entities must provide licensing internally) and installation, including training and a FCC-signal study.

Optional Equipment

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Flashing ALERT Sign System.

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Vertical Profile Antenna System.

 

 

 
  This page was last updated on August 06, 2008.  
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