Because the FM1 runs cool, it can be placed in
many system locations without compromise. We do
not recommend placing weights or other objects
directly on the FM1. This may scratch or mar the
chassis finish. Do not use harsh chemicals when
cleaning the outside of your FM1.
Single Ended RCA and Balanced XLR connectors
are available. XLR jacks allow balanced hookup
using the standard North American pin configuration:
Features:
•
Patented Digital IF analog FM tuner front end
•
24/96 digital outputs
•
High Dynamic Range 24/192 DAC analog section
•
RDS/RDBS Function
•
8 Digit Alphanumeric Green LED Display
•
10 Station Presets
The Bel Canto FM1 uses a patented analog FM receiver architecture, the FM1 delivers superior RF performance
and interference rejection through the use of digital IF processing. The FM1 includes advanced seek algorithms,
adjustable soft mute, auto-calibrated digital tuning, and FM stereo processing. The FM1 utilizes digital processing
to achieve high fidelity and optimal performance, providing excellent pilot rejection, selectivity, and unmatched
audio performance. This DSP approach also ensures zero drift and optimum performance for the life of the
product. The advanced digital IF section operates at 24 bit 48 Ks/s data rate. This digital output can be interfaced
to a Bel Canto DAC product for D/A conversion or is converted to analog using the internal High Dynamic Range
Bel Canto DAC architecture. The FM1 uses Bel Canto’s Ultra-Clock low jitter clock and 122dB dynamic range
DAC to deliver superb analog output performance.
The FM1 also incorporates a digital processor for the European Radio Data System (RDS) and the North
American Radio Broadcast Data System (RBDS). Using this feature, the FM1 enables broadcast data such as
station identification and song name to be displayed on the 8 digit alphanumeric display. The FM1 provides
unprecedented functionality and performance in a compact easy to use package and is a perfect complement to a
complete Bel Canto DAC or Preamp based system.
The FM1 should be set for correct operation for European, North American and Japanese FM standards. The
internal setting is indicated by the presence of a suffix on the Firmware Rev number:
U
for USA,
E
for European
and
J
for Japanese settings. If your tuner setting does not match your region, both tuner operation and
performance will be seriously affected. If you do not have the correct region code, please contact your Bel Canto
Dealer or Distributor.
IMPORT ANT!
Make all connections before
powering your unit!
Pin 1 Ground
Pin 2
Pin 3 Signal -
