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User Manual FMTX100RBRX Transmitter with integrated Baseband (multiplex) PLL 87.7 – 108 MHz Rebroadcast Receiver WARNING! This Transmitter is capable of generating extremely high RF potential. Touching internal parts, or the connected antenna system, will cause serious RF burns. Antenna systems should be installed such that exposure by any person to RF fields cannot exceed safe limits.
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WARNING! Never operate this device without a suitable 50 ohm load connected to the RF OUTPUT socket, or without a suitably installed and matched antenna system connected. Although the output of this transmitter is protected against antenna load faults, MIS-OPERATION MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE NOT COVERED BY ANY WARRANTY.
PLL 87.7 – 108 MHz rebroadcast receiver integrated in a highly compact product. At the heart of the FMTX100RBRX is a high quality PLL modulator, and the RF Power Amplifier uses the latest high-gain Enhancement Mode MOSFET device, achieving new levels of efficiency and reliability.
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Installation must adhere to safety regulations and the requirements of the relevant authorities. We recommend that at least two people are present during installation. Keep a file containing installation instructions and plans, including details of the transmission system (antennas, feeders, filters, etc) and operating instructions for all equipment at the transmission site at all times.
This appliance may become warm under normal operating conditions. Recycle according to WEEE regulations. Controls and Connectors 1. SYSTEM Status LED. Green indicates correct operation, red indicates a system error requiring urgent further investigation. 2. DOWN Push-button. Press this control to navigate the LCD menu. 3.
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8. RF ADJ Use a suitable trimmer tool to adjust the RF output power level, (RF FWD on the display). Never set to above the 125W maximum rated output power. 9. REMOTE 9-pin D-sub Female. Remote control and monitor inputs and outputs are available on this connector: Pin 1.
Installation Connect a suitable rated test load to the RF OUPUT socket before connecting the unit to mains power. IMPORTANT! FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY. Power-up the unit and reduce the output power (using the rear panel RF OUTPUT POWER ADJUST control) to the lowest level.
RF Power (using the rear panel RF ADJ control) to the desired level, not exceeding 125W. Operation The FMTX100RBRX is designed for continuous reliable transmission, however the fans must be periodically checked for correct operation and free airflow. The front panel display shows the transmission frequency, forward...
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Correct operation is confirmed by a front panel green STATUS LED. Should this turn red, the transmission system may shut down its RF output and will, in any case, require URGENT attention. The LCD display shows all main parameters so no further menus are provided or required (except frequency settings detailed above).
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Ensure air vents and internal air tunnels are kept free from dust during operation. The cooling fans should be replaced after 40,000 hours of cumulative operation. This life rating is for guidance only and is subject to ideal environmental operating conditions. Replace any fan that fails or becomes slow or noisy, immediately.
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EC Declaration of Conformity to R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC Lucoro Broadcast Clay Pit Lane Roecliffe York YO51 9FS hereby take sole responsibility to confirm that the product: FMTX100, FMTX250 (and versions thereof with M and RBRX suffix) which this declaration refers to, conforms to all applicable...
Technical Specifications Frequency range 87.5 to 108.00MHz Frequency stability Better than ±200Hz Output power 30 - 120W Harmonic & spurious output -75dBc typical AM Noise <0.5% @ ±40kHz deviation <0.15%@ ±75KHz deviation RF output connector ‘N’ type (F) Monitoring: BNC (F) -40dB 50 ohms BNC (F) 1V P-P 10K ohms Receiver: Frequency range...
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WEEE - Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment The equipment that you bought has required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production. It may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment. In order to avoid the dissemination of those substances in our environment and to diminish the pressure on the natural resources, we encourage you to use the appropriate take-back systems.
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Lucoro Broadcast shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential or other damage or loss alleged in connection with the supply or use of this product. The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Lucoro Broadcast makes no warranty of any kind with respect to this information.
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