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fails or becomes slow or noisy, immediately. Replacement fan
assemblies with wiring loom and mating connector are available from
the manufacturer. It is recommended that replacement work must be
carried out by the manufacturer or an approved agent.

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Page 1: ...d such that exposure by any person to RF fields cannot exceed safe limits The permitted limits vary from country to country Expert advice should be sought about the safe installation of this transmission system RISK OF FIRE RF Radio Frequency energy could cause ignition of combustible surfaces during fault conditions Installation should be left to qualified personnel RF can cause burns to skin Ens...

Page 2: ...t operation of the cooling fans in this product is vital to reliable continuous operation Schedule bi annual maintenance checks We strongly advise the use of a standby transmitter system for use during maintenance events or fault conditions to prevent prolonged breaks in transmission IMPORTANT When cycling the power off then on ensure that the transmitter is off for at least 10 seconds before re a...

Page 3: ...ne a dedicated computer or data feed is not required Periodic content updates are easily performed via the transmitter s USB port using a Windows Laptop or PC Free software is available at https lucorobroadcast com support At the heart of the FMTX100 is a high quality PLL modulator and the RF Power Amplifier uses the latest high gain Enhancement Mode MOSFET device achieving new levels of efficienc...

Page 4: ...ling first aid treatment and treatment for electrical shock along with telephone numbers for contacting the emergency services in the event of personal injury Ensure antenna system lightning strike protection is in place To reduce the risk of electrical shock do not remove the cover or any screws There are no user serviceable parts inside refer servicing to qualified personnel Do not expose this a...

Page 5: ...that which is described in the Operating Instructions All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel This appliance may become warm under normal operating conditions Recycle according to WEEE regulations 1 SYSTEM Status LED Green indicates correct operation red indicates a system error requiring urgent further investigation 2 UP Push button Press this control to navigate the...

Page 6: ...IGHT XLR Socket Connect a 8dB 600ohm balanced audio feed to this socket 11 REMOTE 9 pin D sub Female Remote control and monitor inputs and outputs are available on this connector Pin 1 Reflected Power Alarm TTL logic low during normal operation Floats high to indicate a high level of reflected power critical antenna mis match has been detected Pin 2 Forward Power alarm TTL logic low during normal ...

Page 7: ...band MPX Studio Transmitter Link connect to this BNC Adjust the output level of the external equipment to provide the correct modulation level requires test equipment 14 MPX OUT To broadcast audio connected to the transmitter with the internal audio processing and RDS data applied connect the supplied patch lead between this MPX OUT socket and the MPX IN BNC socket 15 POWER Connect a power lead wi...

Page 8: ...re audio levels are displayed An internal jumper setting is provided to save the need for using a loop loop through cable from the BNC MPX out to BNC MPX input on the rear panel This jumper will need to be changed to short Pins 1 2 on Either use a loop through cable or return the jumper setting to short Pins 2 3 in order to use the stereo audio inputs and internal RDS facility The factory will hav...

Page 9: ...aph display Use ordinary programme material rather than test tones Once all settings are correct power down the unit Disconnect the test load and connect to the antenna Power up the unit and increase the RF Power using the rear panel RF ADJ control to the desired level not exceeding 125W The FMTX100 is designed for continuous reliable transmission however the fans must be periodically checked for ...

Page 10: ...and has shut down the RF output as a safety precaution Check the antenna system including all cabling and or filters and or combiners where fitted for correct operation The FWD indicator see below will also show and the standby transmission system where used will have activated TTL control FWD The system has detected there is no forward power This may be due to one or both of the above symptoms du...

Page 11: ... or noisy immediately Replacement fan assemblies with wiring loom and mating connector are available from the manufacturer It is recommended that replacement work must be carried out by the manufacturer or an approved agent ...

Page 12: ... Voltage Directive 2014 35 EU IEC 60950 1 2005 A2 2013 Safety Requirements for equipment 600V EMC Directive 2014 30 EU ETSI EN301 489 53 v1 1 0 ETSI EN301 489 1 v2 1 1 ERM EMC for Radio Equipment Specific Conditions for FM Transmitters Part 11 Radio Equipment Directive 2014 53 EU ETSI EN302018 2 v2 1 1 Transmitting Equipment for FM Radio Broadcasting service The following operation conditions and ...

Page 13: ...1V P P 10K ohms Audio Interface Audio Input Level 8dBu for 75KHz deviation Audio Input Impedance 600 Ohms Audio input connectors XLR F RDS Groups 0A 2A others on request Power Supply Input AC 100V to 250V 50 60 Hz Consumption maximum RF output 250W 230V 50Hz Mechanical Size mm 2U 88 H x 482 W x 290 D Weight 5kg Temperature 0ºC to 42ºC Humidity 95 relative non condensing We reserve the right to alt...

Page 14: ...If you need more information on the collection reuse and recycling systems please contact your local or regional waste administration IMPORTANT NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED OF MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OF ANY OTHER NATURE ARE MADE WITH RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT Do not misconstrue any information as our recommendation to use any product process ...

Page 15: ... this document is subject to change without notice Lucoro Broadcast makes no warranty of any kind with respect to this information Lucoro Broadcast specifically disclaims the implied warranty of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose Lucoro Broadcast Clay Pit Lane Roecliffe York YO51 9FS Telephone 01423 313550 Telephone International 44 1423 313550 Enquiries sales lucorobroadcast com...

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