Audessence RDS PRO-4 RDS Encoder with LCD display and IP

A fully featured, reliable RDS / RBDS encoder with LCD display and IP Control. Tired of problems on existing low-cost RDS encoders … Difficult-to-use, unreliable software, unacceptable interference to stereo audio or missing RDS features like EON? Need advanced control features to save the cost of dedicated data and control circuits? You can solve all these problems and save money at the same time with the RDS PRO-4!

– VERY cost effective
– Making life easier for broadcast professionals: quick and easy hardware integration
– Save time with intuitive, well-developed programming software
– Don’t miss out: feature set includes every RDS function most stations will need
– LCD enables quick onsite validation of transmitted data without using a PC

Highlights

*Switchable MPX (Composite) loop-through mode
*Maintains programme reliability in loop mode – automatic MPX ‘pass-through’ relays
*RS-232 & USB control based on simple ASCII commands
*Optional traffic flag (TA) control via DTMF (In-Band Signalling)
*Powerful Windows based configuration utility for easy initial setup
*All user adjustments accessible from front/rear panel – no need to take the lid off
*Addressing – independent or common control of up to 255 units in a network
*Advanced weekly scheduling *Define up to 99 different messages or link to an automation system Internal real-time clock with battery backup for correctly inserted clock-time facility
*External contact closure TA switch
*No special 19 kHz input needed – pilot tone recovered from the MPX signal
* LCD Display
* IP Controlable

RDS Data Groups Supported:

PI – Programme Identification
PS – Programme Service
PTY – Programme Type
PTYN – Programme Type Name
AF – Alternative Frequencies
TP – Travel Programme
TA – Travel Announcement
EON – Enhanced Other Networks
DI – Decoder Identification
M/S – Music / Speech
PIN – Programme Identification Number
ECC – Extended Country Code
RT – Radio Text
TDC – Transparent Data Channel
IH – In House Application
ODA – Open Data Application
CT – Clock Time and Date

APPLICATIONS:

RDS / RBDS encoding for stations of all sizes (includes EON) Network Radio Local Commercial Radio Community Radio Temporary Services (RSLs)

Output RDS signal amplitude: Adjustable <25mV to 1.4 V p-p
RDS signal bandwidth: /- 2.4 kHz (50 dBc)
RDS spurious suppression: >90 dB
RDS harmonics suppression: >80 dB
MPX loop-through voltage gain: 1.00 (guaranteed from 2 Hz to 100 kHz)
Clock reference: Pilot tone or internal generator
19 kHz pilot PLL lock bandwidth: software switchable /- 5 Hz or /- 2 Hz
Pilot tone level: min. <50 mV p-p
Phase shift adjust: 0-180 degrees in 9.5 degrees steps
Signal connectors: Unbalanced, BNC
Data connector: RJ45 for IP, RS-232 (9 pin F), bidirectional
Noise protection: Threefold level sampling
Com. speed: Software switchable 1,200-19,200 kbps
Com. mode: 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit
UECP protocol support: Basic implementation supports TMC & RT
Power:
100 – 240V AC / 7.5 Watts. (Acceptable range 88 to 264V AC)
Dimensions & weight:
1-RU: 44 x 482 x 290mm deep / 1.75” x 19” x 11.25” deep. Weight: 1.8kg / 4lbs
Computer Control:
All parameters can be accessed and modified under PC control (GUI software included). USB (front
panel, plus 10/100 base-T Ethernet and RS-232 (rear panel). ASCII text-based command format.
Warranty:
3 year return-to-base warranty
Defining Specification:
CENELEC EN50067
Approvals:
CE (EMC & LVD), RoHS