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  Technical Specifications

  Components include . . .
 

Transmitter

bullet Federal Communications Commission certified for Travelers Information Service in the United States under Part 90.242. Certification Number: B7MTR-6000TIS-WB.
bullet 0-10 watt operation, internal components rated to 3 times operating wattage, minimum. 
bullet Option for 2 with same or different frequencies, in 1 cabinet, with 1-switch changeover.
bullet Integral LED wattmeter and VU meter.
bullet Synthesized frequency selection (no crystal required), compander-style audio processing.
bullet 1-board design contains all RF, power and audio circuitry.
bullet Remote on/off control and RF audio monitor via telephone.
bullet Mean Time Between Failure = in excess of 60 years.
bullet Estimated product life = in excess of 30 years.

Digital Message Programmer

bullet Voicemail-style natural voice operation with 800-word/phrase capability; voice prompts and status report on available recording time, sequences, security codes, programming parameters and complete status of current audio program, relay states, power.
bullet Identical remote and local control codes.
bullet High quality (16-bit sampling rate) recording process, yielding 5500-Hz dynamic range.
bullet One thousand independent broadcast messages that may be of any length. Each message may be independently monitored and later erased, as desired.
bullet Automatic message scheduling by time, day, date. Internal time clock never requires setting, keeping time even with total loss of power.
bullet Fifty message playlists that may contain hundreds of broadcast messages, up to three live sources (each with independent timing control), command for up to four external relays, other (nested) playlists and differing output levels for each audio output. Playlists may be created, recreated or appended locally or remotely.
bullet Selection of active playlist locally or remotely.
bullet Eighty minutes of recordable time in dynamic flash memory.
bullet Three audio inputs for separate and independent live program feeds, each with independent audio level controls.
bullet Three audio outputs with audio levels settable locally, remotely or programmed to change automatically.
bullet One- to nine-digit security access code, defeatable phone prompting, programmable locally or remotely. User-settable number of retries and timeout period for maximum security.
bullet Five-second and full-message survey monitoring of all stored messages and playlists.
bullet Eight prioritized control closures to trigger message sequences remotely.
bullet Control closure prioritization allows automatic interrupts for emergency messages and automatic National Weather Service all-hazard radio notifications (weather and EAS).
bullet Includes prerecorded messages by professional announcer for emergency advisory radio application -- ready for broadcast immediately.
bullet Station identification message broadcasts every half-hour.
Portable AM Radio System

National Oceanic and Atmospheric (NOAA) Emergency Alert System (EAS)/Weather Radio Receiver

bullet Specific Area Message Encoding (SAME) decoder for your selected counties.
bullet Field programmable and upgradeable with front panel diagnostic and audio test port (.wav files).
bullet Receives all 7-channel, VHF, NOAA weather frequencies and 53 EAS codes.
bullet Detects up to 16 programmed SAME county codes; user-adjustable, timed relay triggers automatic program change.
bullet Stores most recent alert for local speaker replay.
bullet 600-ohm continuous output, manual and autoscan tuning; integral speaker/volume control.
bullet Steel chassis.
bullet External antenna, cut for the EAS/weather radio frequencies and mount with threaded UHF connector, balun and weather proof gasket.
 

Antenna

bullet Whip-style antenna, between 15' and 25' in length.
bullet Wind rating: Antennas 1230 kHz and above 100 mph; 80 mph with 1/4 radial ice; antennas 1220 kHz and below 80 mph; 50 mph with 1/4 radial ice.
bullet Maximum 2.0” OD, tapering to 0.5”.
bullet Aluminum construction, black finish color to discourage ice buildup; UV resistant finish; architectural anodization process #801.
bullet Stainless-steel tuning tip.
bullet Includes all hardware, mounts, lightning arrestor and ground terminals in enclosure.
Includes PowerPlane patented factory-assembled pre-wired antenna groundplane.
bullet Swivel-type antenna erection with assembly support.
 

Batteries

bullet Sealed valve regulated construction.
bullet Immobilized electrolyte nonspillable.
bullet Maintenance-free design never requires watering.
bullet Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) batteries (8) in 388 AH pack at 24V DC, micro-porous glass separators.
bullet Low self-discharge rate approximately one percent per month at 25C (77F).
bullet Operation between -40C (-40F) and +72C (+160F).
Portable AM Radio System for Quick Response Communication

Test Equipment

bullet Includes wattmeter and dummy load for antenna tuning and system diagnosis.

Associated Materials

bullet With all wiring, connectors, mounts and hardware.
 
 

Trailer

bullet Overall size stowed: 11 feet long by 7.3 feet wide by 6.7 feet high.
bullet Bed size: 7 feet by 4 feet.
bullet Frame: 3 inches – 4.1-pound channel, all welded, ASTM-A36.
bullet Tongue: 2-inch-by-3-inch tubing, reinforced, ASTM-A36.
bullet Fenders: two 16-gauge steel, with rear mud flaps.
bullet All structural welding ungrounded.
bullet Lights: two tail/turn signal/brake and flasher lights on rear (red); two clearance lights on sides, reflectorized (amber).
bullet Light wiring: in conduit and protective loom, extending 3 feet beyond hitch coupler.
bullet Tires: 13 inches, 4-ply, load range B, 1300 pound.
bullet Wheels: two 5-lug style.
bullet Axle: single, 2200-pound.
bullet Suspension: double spring eye.
bullet Hitch: 2-inch coupler, safety chains.
bullet Tongue weight: minimum of 10 percent of vehicle weight.
bullet Jacks: four corner jacks crank up and lock; handle provided; one tongue jack cranks up, swivels and locks.
bullet Trailer paint: powder-coat finish, Omaha orange standard color. Custom colors options, might add to delivery time.
bullet Overall weight: 1300 pounds.
 
  Services include . . .  
 

Free Assistance
 
bullet Technical service provided by telephone at no charge for the life of the product.

Optional Assistance

bullet Site choice and frequency monitoring, testing, frequency search and FCC licensing (federal entities must provide licensing internally) onsite training and a FCC-signal study.
 
 
  Companion products include . . .
 

FASTrack Rollup Signs (for managing incidents, emergencies and short-term construction)

bullet FWHA approved for highway use with portable advisory radio systems.
bullet Spring-loaded, quick-erect stands rated for winds up to 70 MPH; quick-release legs; compact size.
bullet Roll-out 48"x48" signs, black on orange, ultra reflective/flexible vinyl with custom-changeable sign text overlays.
  General . . .
 

Power

bullet DC by battery pack (10 days); AC by 120V AC drop (with auto-battery charge).

Instructions

bullet Instruction manual with setup, operation and maintenance sections, diagrams and drawings.
 
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This page was last updated: September 26, 2007.

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