The Eddystone XE120 Exciter is a highly sophisticated broadcast FM exciter designed for top-notch performance. It boasts advanced features and versatility, making it suitable for both standalone transmission and integration into larger broadcasting setups.
Here’s a breakdown of its key features:
- Wideband Design: Facilitates easy frequency setting without additional tuning, thanks to soft keys on the front panel. Remote frequency control is also possible via RS232 or TCP/IP ports.
- Ultra Linear Modulator: Delivers exceptional sound reproduction with minimal overshoots and artifacts. Incorporates a precision TCXO for outstanding frequency stability.
- PA Section: Utilizes the renowned “fresh-air-tunnel” concept for efficient heat dissipation. The fan-cooled heat sink requires no filtering, reducing the need for routine maintenance. VSWR cut back circuit protects the power amplifier from adverse conditions.
- Metering and Monitoring: Front panel LCD provides comprehensive metering including forward and reflected power, internal voltages, temperature, and modulation level. Quick view LED indicators offer advanced status information.
- Modulation Alarm: Provides broadcasters with alarm status outputs and indications for loss of audio or over modulation.
- Remote Control and Monitoring: Features a remote control/monitoring socket for carrier muting and status signaling to external systems. RS232 or TCP/IP ports enable remote control and monitoring capabilities.
- Compatibility: Fully compatible with N+1 systems, offering remote frequency selection and preset frequency options.
- Reliability: Employs conservatively rated components and a switch mode power supply for high reliability and efficiency.
- Input Options: Offers a range of input options, with the XE150 model featuring composite input and 3 SCA/RDS inputs. The XE120/S variant includes a stereo limiter and encoder with additional AES/EBU input for stereo digital input, while the XE120/RBRX model includes a rebroadcast receiver for translator/rebroadcast applications.
Specifications:
- Frequency Range: 87.5 to 108MHz in 50kHz steps
- Frequency Stability: < ± 200Hz
- Power Output: 1 – 120W
- Harmonic & Spurious Output: < -70dBc (30MHz to 1GHz)
- AM Noise: < 0.5% @ ± 40kHz deviation
- Input Sensitivity: +8dBu (adjustable) for ± 75kHz deviation
- Power Supply (AC): 100/115/230V ± 10%, 50/60Hz
- Power Consumption: < 120VA
- Temperature (Operating): -20°C to 55°C
- Humidity (Operating): < 95% RH, non-condensing
- Dimensions: 132mm high (3U) x 443mm wide x 315mm deep (inc. heatsink & connectors)
- Weight: 6kg
- Warranty: 5 Years
