Overview
The Contemporary Research 232-FMA is a versatile RS-232 controlled FM tuner featuring stereo
audio, 10-preset memory, front-panel operation and feedback, and intelligent control. Fully
programmable, the unit can restore all settings on power-up from non-volatile memory.
The front-panel buttons and LED display can be used for general operation and to program basic
features for tuning, RS-232 baud rate and local control. Full setup, control, and feedback is provided
by RS-232. Up to three FM, TV tuners, and AV6x4 Routers can be controlled from a single RS-232
port. In addition, remote preset up and down operation can be accessed through contact closure
inputs.
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Tunes FM stereo broadcasts with local/DX modes, auto stereo/mono operation
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Interacts with PCs and control systems via RS-232, using simple ASCII-format commands and
feedback, up to 3 tuners can be linked to a single RS-232 control port
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Stores up to 10 presets in onboard memory, unlimited presets via external control system
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Accesses presets via front-panel control, RS-232, and contact closures
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Provides front-panel control for A/V Mute, Seek up/down, and Preset up/down; with LED
feedback for Mute, current frequency and programming mode
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Restores all operation status after loss of power from data stored in non-volatile memory
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Mutes audio with front-panel LED indicator
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Enables and disables front-panel operation via front-panel and RS-232 commands
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Mounts in 19" rack with optional RK1 or RK2 kit for dual side-by-side installation
Contemporary Research
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232-FMA FM Stereo Tuner
