Informer Wall Mount Series
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General Description
General Description
Introduction to the Informer TAR
The Informer Wall Mount Tone Alert Receiver (TAR) is an emergency alerting
device available in VHF and UHF bands from 150-170 MHz and 450-470 MHz. It is
also capable of decoding multiple formats (such as, single-tone, two-tone, DTMF and
optionally EAS or Federal Digital) at the same time. These features enable the
Informer to be easily integrated into virtually any new or existing warning system.
The Informer is a robust radio receiver with a loud speaker output designed
specifically for warning applications. You can mount the unit on the wall or recess it
in the wall. The Informer comes with an antenna to mount on the front of the unit or
in another location, such as outside, by using the internal BNC connector and using
the punchouts for access into the unit. The Informer has a built-in battery and charger
to provide reliable operation even in the event of an AC power failure. The optional
LP1 strobe is powered through the internal transformer, which requires AC power.
You can program the Informer with up to four separate warning tones plus a channel
monitor function for live public address (PA) announcements. Two programmable
relay outputs and a 600 Ohm audio output are also available. You can use these
outputs to control other equipment; such as, pre-wired LP1 strobe light for warning
the hearing impaired and to tie into external PA systems respectively.
You may program up to four separate RF channels into the Informer. The channels
are easily selected from the built in membrane keypad. Each of the RF frequencies
must be within the allowable frequency spread for the RF band being used. Refer to
the “Specification” section on page 7.
The Informer is completely programmable through a built-in RS232 serial port from
an easy to use Windows XP/Vista/7
®
based software program. All data is stored in
non-volatile memory. You can update application software and user specific
configuration data through the serial port.
The Informer series receivers meet all requirements defined by the Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for the CSEPP programs.
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