TEX1002LCD

TEX1002LCD
USER MANUAL
VOLUME1

Manufactured by R.V.R ELETTRONICA Italy

File Name: TEX1002LCD_ENG_2.2.indb
Version: 2.2
Date: 06/07/2020
Revision History
Date Version Reason Editor
29/11/2018 2.0 Second Version J. H. Berti
26/06/2019 2.1 RINA logo & Spare parts update J. H. Berti
06/07/2020 2.2 Technical Specification Update J. H. Berti

TEX1002LCD - User Manual

Version 2.2

© Copyright 2018 - 2020

R.V.R. Elettronica
Via del Fonditore 2/2c - 40138 - Bologna (Italia)
Telephone: +39 051 6010506
Fax: +39 051 6011104
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.rvr.it

All rights reserved

Printed and bound in Italy. No part of this manual may be reproduced,
memorized or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic
or mechanic, including photocopying, recording or by any informa-
tion storage and retrieval system, without written permission of the
copyright owner.

Notification of intended purpose and limitations of product use

This product is a FM transmitter intended for FM audio broadcasting. It utili-
ses operating frequencies not harmonised in the intended countries of use.
The user must obtain a license before using the product in intended country
of use. Ensure respective country licensing requirements are complied with.
Limitations of use can apply in respect of operating freuency, transmitter
power and/or channel spacing.

Declaration of Conformity
Hereby, R.V.R. Elettronica, declares that this FM transmitter is in complian-
ce with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive
2014/53/EU.
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Technical Specifications
TEX1002LCD
Parameters U.M. Value Notes
GENERALS
Frequency range MHz 87.5 ÷ 108
Rated output power W 1000 Continuously variable by software from 0 to maximum
Modulation type F3E Direct carrier frequency
Operational Mode Mono, Stereo, Multiplex
Working temperature °C -5 to + 50
Working Humidity % 95 (Without condensing)
Working Altitude mt 2000 With adequate air evacuation system in site
Frequency programmability From software, with 10 kHz steps
Frequency stability Working Temp. from -5°C to 50°C ppm ±1
Modulation capability kHz 150 Stereo, 180 Mono/MPX Meets or exceeds all FCC and CCIR rules
Pre-emphasis mode μS 0, 50 (CCIR), 75 (FCC) selectable by rear panel dip switches
Spurious & harmonic suppression dBc <75 (80 typical) Meets or exceeds all FCC and CCIR rules
Referred to 100% AM,
Asynchronous AM S/N ratio dB e 65 (typical 70)
with no de-emphasis
Referred to 100% AM,
Synchronous AM S/N ratio FM deviation 75 kHz by 400Hz sine, dB e 50 (typical 60)
without de-emphasis
MONO OPERATION
RMS @ ± 75 kHz peak,
HPF 20Hz - LPF 23 kHz, dB > 80 (typical 85)
50 μS de-emphasis
Qpk @ ± 75 kHz peak,
S/N FM Ratio CCIR weighted, dB >73
50 μS de-emphasis
Qpk @ ± 40 kHz peak,
CCIR weighted, dB >68
50 μS de-emphasis
Frequency Response 30Hz ÷ 15kHz dB better than ± 0.5 dB (typical ± 0.2)
Total Harmonic Distortion THD+N 30Hz ÷ 15kHz % < 0.1 (Typical 0.07%)
Measured with a 1 KHz,
Intermodulation distortion 1.3 KHz tones, % < 0.05
1:1ratio, @ 75 kHz FM
3.18 kHz square wave,
Transient intermodulation distortion 15 kHz sine wave % < 0.1 (typical 0.05)
@75 kHz FM
MPX OPERATION
RMS @ ± 75 kHz peak,
Composite S/N FM Ratio HPF 20Hz - no LPF, dB > 80 (typical 85)
50 μS de-emphasis
30Hz ÷ 53kHz dB ± 0.2
Frequency Response
53kHz ÷ 100kHz dB ± 0.5
THD+N 30Hz ÷ 53kHz % < 0.1
Total Harmonic Distortion
THD+N 53kHz ÷ 100kHz % < 0.15
Measured with a 1 KHz,
Intermodulation distortion 1.3 KHz tones, % < 0.05
1:1ratio, @ 75 kHz FM
3.18 kHz square wave,
Transient intermodulation distortion 15 kHz sine wave % < 0.1 (typical 0.05)
@75 kHz FM
Stereo separation 30Hz ÷ 53kHz dB > 50 dB (typical 60)
STEREO OPERATION
RMS @ ± 75 kHz peak,
HPF 20Hz - LPF 23 kHz,
dB > 75 (78 typical)
50 μS de-emphasis,
L & R demodulated
Qpk @ ± 75 kHz peak,
CCIR weighted,
Stereo S/N FM Ratio dB > 65 dB
50 μS de-emphasis,
L & R demodulated
Qpk @ ± 40 kHz peak,
CCIR weighted,
dB > 58 dB
50 μS de-emphasis,
L & R demodulated
Frequency Response 30Hz ÷ 15kHz dB ± 0.5
Total Harmonic Distortion THD+N 30Hz ÷ 15kHz % < 0.05
Measured with a 1 KHz,
Intermodulation distortion 1.3 KHz tones, % d 0.03
1:1ratio, @ 75 kHz FM
3.18 kHz square wave,
Transient intermodulation distortion 15 kHz sine wave % < 0.1 (typical 0.05)
@75 kHz FM
Stereo separation dB > 50 (typical 55)
Main / Sub Ratio 30Hz ÷ 15kHz dB > 40 (typical 45)
SCA OPERATION
Frequency response 40kHz ÷ 100kHz dB ± 0.5
RMS, ref @ ± 75 kHz peak,
no HPF/LPF,
0μS de-emphasis, dB > 75 (typical 78)
with 67 kHz tone on SCA input
@ 7,5kHz FM deviation
Crosstalk to main or to stereo channel
RMS, ref @ ± 75 kHz peak,
no HPF/LPF,
0μS de-emphasis, dB > 78 (typical 80 )
with 92 kHz tone on SCA input
@ 7,5kHz FM deviation
POWER REQUIREMENTS
AC Supply Voltage VAC 230 ±15% (*) Internal switch (**) monophase (***) Threephases Y
AC Apparent Power Consumption VA 1450
Active Power Consumption W 1420
AC Power Input
Power Factor 0,998
Overall Efficiency % Typical 70
Connector Terminal Block
DC Supply Voltage VDC
DC Power Input
DC Current ADC (*)max 25W (**) max 140W
MECHANICAL DIMENSIONS
Front panel width mm 483 (19") 19" EIA rack
Front panel height mm 88 (3 1/2") 2HE convertire in pollici
Phisical Dimensions
Overall depth mm 516
Chassis depth mm 372 escluso il pannello, esclusi i connettori, convertire in pollici
Weight kg about 11
VARIOUS
Cooling Forced, with internal fan
Acoustic Noise dBA <75

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AUDIO INPUTS
Connector XLR F
Type Balanced
Left / Mono
Impedance Ohm 10 k or 600 Selectable by rear panel dip switches
Input Level /Adjust dBu -13 to +13 continuosly variable
Connector XLR F
Type Balanced
Right
Impedance Ohm 10 k or 600 Selectable by rear panel dip switches
Input Level dBu -13 to +13 continuosly variable
Connector BNC
Type unbalanced
MPX
Impedance Ohm 10 k or 50 Selectable by rear panel dip switches
Input Level / Adjust dBu *-13 to +13 for 75 KHz FM, externally adjustable
Connector 2 x BNC
Type unbalanced
SCA/RDS
Impedance Ohm 10 k
Input Level / Adjust dBu *-8 to +13 for 7,5 KHz FM, externally adjustable
Connector XLR F
AES/EBU Type Balanced
(optional) Impedance Ohm 110
Input Level / Adjust dBfs 0 to -10 for 7,5 KHz FM, externally adjustable
TOS/Link Connector TOS-LINk
(optional) Type Optical
OUTPUTS
Connector 7/8"
RF Output
Impedance Ohm 50
Connector BNC
RF Monitor Impedance Ohm 50
Output Level dB approx. -60 Referred to the RF output
Connector BNC For RDS and isofrequency synchronizing purpose
Pilot output Impedance Ohm >5 k
Output Level Vpp 1
AUXILIARY CONNECTIONS
Interlock Connector BNC Input and output for remote power inhibition (short is RF off)
Service Connector DB9 F Factory reserved for firmware program
Remote Interface Connector DB15F IIC + 5 analog / digital inputs, 5 analog / digital outputs
FUSES
On Mains 2 External fuse F 10 A - 6x30 mm
On services
On PA Supply
On Driver Supply
HUMAN INTERFACES
Input device 4 pushbutton
Display Alphanumerical LCD - 2 x 16
TELEMETRY / TELECONTROL
10 FWD fold For P.A. A.G.C. purpose, min 0,5 Vcc
Analogical level
2 REF fold For P.A. A.G.C. purpose, min 0,5 Vcc
Remote connector inputs 14 RF ON
Pulse to GND
15 RF OFF
Close to GND 1 Interlock for remote power inhibition (short is RF off)
6 FWD max 5 Vcc
13 REF max 5 Vcc
Analogical level
Remote connector outputs 5 VPA max 5 Vcc
12 IPA max 5 Vcc
Open Collector 7 Power Good open collector

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Table of Contents
1. Preliminary Instructions 1
2. Warranty 1
3. First Aid 2
3.1 Treatment of electrical shocks 2
3.2 Treatment of electrical Burns 2
4. General Description 3
4.1 Unpacking 3
4.2 Features 3
4.3 Frontal Panel Description 5
4.4 Rear Panel Description 6
4.5 Connectors Description 7
5. Installation and use 9
5.1 Installation 10
5.2 Operation 20
5.3 Management Firmware 22
5.4 Optional Function 28
6. Identification and Access to the Modules 30
6.1 Identification of the Modules 30
6.2 Spare parts 31
7. Working Principles 32
7.1 Panel board 32
7.2 Main board 32
7.3 Telemetry board 32
7.4 Power Supply 33
7.5 Power Amplifier 33
7.6 Bias Card 34
7.7 Low Pass Filter Card 34
7.8 Driver Card 34
8. Maintenance and repair procedures 35
8.1 Introduction 35
8.2 Security Considerations 35
8.3 Ordinary maintenance 35
8.4 Module substitutions 38
9. Option 51
9.1 \AUDIGIN-TEX option 51
9.2 \RDS-TEX2HE option 51
9.3 \TLW-TEX-E-2HE option 52
9.4 \TLW-TEX2HE Option 53
9.5 Power UP/DOWN Option (only software) 54

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IMPORTANT
The symbol of lightning inside a triangle placed on the product, evidences the operations for
which is necessary gave it full attention to avoid risk of electric shocks.

The symbol of exclamation mark inside a triangle placed on the product, informs the user
about the presence of instructions inside the manual that accompanies the equipment, im-
portant for the efficacy and the maintenance (repairs).

1. Preliminary Instructions Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause

radio interference, in which case the user may be required
to take adequate measures.
• General Warnings
The specifications and data contained herein are provided
This equipment should only be operated, installed and for information only and are subject to changes without
maintained by “trained” or “qualified” personnel who are familiar prior notice. R.V.R. Elettronica disclaims all warranties,
with risks involved in working on electric and electronic circuits. express or implied.While R.V.R. Elettronica attempts to
“Trained” means personnel who have technical knowledge of provide accurate information, it cannot accept responsibility
equipment operation and who are responsible for their own or liability for any errors or inaccuracies in this manual,
safety and that of other unqualified personnel placed under including the products and the software described herein.
their supervision when working on the equipment. R.V.R. Elettronica reserves the right to make changes to
“Qualified” means personnel who are trained in and equipment design and/or specifications and to this manual
experienced with equipment operation and who are at any time without prior notice.
responsible for their own safety and that of other unqualified
personnel placed under their supervision when working on • Notice concerning product intended purpose and use
the equipment. limitations.
This product is a radio transmitter suitable for frequency-
WARNING: Residual voltage may be present inside modulation audio radio broadcasting. Its operating
the equipment even when the ON/OFF switch is set to frequencies are not harmonised in designated user countries.
Off. Before servicing the equipment, disconnect the Before operating this equipment, user must
power cord or switch off the main power panel and obtain a licence to use radio spectrum from the
make sure the safety earth connection is connected. competent authority in the designated user country.
Some service situations may require inspecting the Operating frequency, transmitter power and other
equipment with live circuits. Only trained and qualified characteristics of the transmission system are subject to
personnel may work on the equipment live and shall be restrictions as specified in the licence.
assisted by a trained person who shall keep ready to
disconnect power supply at need.
2. Warranty
R.V.R. Elettronica shall not be liable for injury to persons or La R.V.R. Elettronica warrants this product to be free from
damage to property resulting from improper use or operation defects in workmanship and its proper operation subject to
the limitations set forth in the supplied Terms and Conditions.
by trained/untrained and qualified/unqualified persons. Please read the Terms and Conditions carefully, as purchase
of the product or acceptance of the order acknowledgement
imply acceptance of the Terms and Conditions.
WARNING: The equipment is not water resistant. For the latest updated terms and conditions, please visit our web
Any water entering the enclosure might impair proper site at WWW.RVR.IT. The web site may be modified, removed
operation. To prevent the risk of electrical shock or or updated for any reason whatsoever without prior notice.
fire, do not expose this equipment to rain, dripping or The warranty will become null and void in the event the
moisture. product enclosure is opened, the product is physically
damaged, is repaired by unauthorised persons or is used for
Please observe local codes and fire prevention rules when purposes other than its intended use, as well as in the event
installing and operating this equipment. of improper use, unauthorised changes or neglect.
In the event a defect is found, follow this procedure:
1 Contact the seller or distributor who sold the equipment;
WARNING: This equipment contains exposed provide a description of the problem or malfunction for
live parts involving an electrical shock hazard. Always the event a quick fix is available.
disconnect power supply before removing any covers
Sellers and Distributors can provide the necessary
or other parts of the equipment. information to troubleshoot the most frequently encountered
problems. Normally, Sellers and Distributors can offer a
Ventilation slits and holes are provided to ensure reliable faster repair service than the Manufacturer would. Please
operation and prevent overheating; do not obstruct or note that Sellers can pinpoint problems due to wrong
cover these slits. Do not obstruct the ventilation slits under installation.
any circumstances. The product must not be incorporated
2 If your Seller cannot help you, contact R.V.R.
in a rack unless adequate ventilation is provided or the Elettronica and describe the problem; if our staff deems
manufacturer’s instructions are followed closely. it appropriate, you will receive an authorisation to return
the equipment along with suitable instructions;
WA R N I N G : T h i s e q u i p m e n t c a n r a d i a t e 3 When you have received the authorisation, you may
radiofrequency energy and, if not installed in compliance return the unit. Pack the unit carefully before shipment;
use the original packaging whenever possible and seal
with manual instructions and applicable regulations, the package perfectly. The customer bears all risks of
may cause interference with radio communications. loss (i.e., R.V.R. shall not be liable for loss or damage)
until the package reaches the R.V.R. factory. For this
reason, we recommend insuring the goods for their full
WARNING: This equipment is fitted with earth value. Returns must be sent on a C.I.F. basis (PREPAID)
connections both in the power cord and for the chassis. to the address stated on the authorisation as specified
Make sure both are properly connected. by the R.V.R. Service Manager.

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Units returned without a return authorisation may • Do not stop chest compressions while giving
be rejected and sent back to the sender. artificial breathing.
4 Be sure to include a detailed report mentioning all • Call for medical help as soon as possible.
problems you have found and copy of your original
invoice (to show when the warranty period began) with 3.1.2 If the victim is conscious
the shipment.
• Cover victim with a blanket.
Please send spare and warranty replacement parts orders to
the address provided below. Make sure to specify equipment • Try to reassure the victim.
model and serial number, as well as part description and
quantity. • Loosen the victim’s clothing and have him/her
lie down.
R.V.R. Elettronica
Via del Fonditore, 2/2c • Call for medical help as soon as possible.
40138 BOLOGNA ITALY
Tel. +39 051 6010506 3.2 Treatment of electric burns
3. First Aid 3.2.1 Large burns and broken skin
• Cover affected area with a clean cloth or
All personnel engaged in equipment installation, operation linen.
and maintenance must be familiar with first aid procedures
and routines. • Do not break any blisters that have formed;
remove any clothing or fabric that is stuck to
3.1 Electric shock treatment the skin; apply adequate ointment.
• Administer adequate treatment for the type of
3.1.1 If the victim is unconscious accident.
• Get the victim to a hospital as quickly as
Follow the first aid procedures outlined below. possible.
• Lay the victim down on his/her back on a firm • Elevate arms and legs if injured.
surface.
• the neck and tilt the head backwards to free If medical help is not available within an hour, the victim is
conscious and is not retching, administer a solution of table
the airway system (Figure 1). salt and baking soda (one teaspoon of table salt to half
teaspoon of baking soda every 250 ml of water).

Have the victim slowly drink half a glass of solution for four
times during a period of 15 minutes.

Stop at the first sign of retching.

Do not administer alcoholic beverages.

Figure 1
3.2.2 Minor Burns
• Apply cold (not ice cold) strips of gauze or dress
• If needed, open the victim’s mouth and check wound with clean cloth.
for breathing.
• Do not break any blisters that have formed;
• If there is no breathing, start artificial respiration remove any clothing or fabric that is stuck to
without delay (Figure 2) as follows: tilt the head the skin; apply adequate ointment.
backwards, pinch the nostrils, seal your mouth
around the victim’s mouth and give four fast • If needed, have the victim change into clean,
rescue breaths. dry clothing.
• Administer adequate treatment for the type of
accident.
• Get the victim to a hospital as quickly as
possible.
• Elevate arms and legs if injured.

Figure 2
• Check for heartbeat (Figure 3); if there is
no heartbeat, begin chest compressions
immediately (Figure 4) placing your hands in
the centre of the victim’s chest (Figure 5).

Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5

• One rescuer: give 2 quick rescue breaths after
each 15 compressions.
• Two rescuers: one rescue breath after each 5
compressions.

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4. General Description
TEX1002LCD is a compact FM transmitter manufactured by R.V.R. Elettronica
for audio radio broadcasting in the 87.5 to 108 MHz band in 10kHz steps, featuring
adjustable RF output up to 1000 W, respectively, under 50 Ohm standard load.

The unit is factory aligned and calibrated at the time of manufacture. Because of
this manufacture process, there is no field tune-up or alignment necessary.
Factory tolerances are:
- Maximum Output Rated Power: 60 dBm ±1 dB
- Minimum Output Rated Power: 50 dBm ±1 dB
- Gain: Not Applicable (the equipment is supplied without a radiant system, that
shall be borne by the customer).

TEX1002LCD is designed to being contained into a 19” rack box of 2HE.

4.1 Unpacking

The package contains:

 1 TEX1002LCD
 1 User Manual
 1 Mains power cables

The following accessories are also available from Your R.V.R. Dealer:
• Options for the machine
• Spare parts
• Cables

4.2 Features

The overall efficiency of TEX1002LCD is better than 70% across the bandwidth,
for this reason are part of RVR Green Line family.

This performance characteristic is guaranteed in a range between +0.25 dB and -3

dB (+5% and -50%) referred to the nominal power of the equipment: for example
from 500W to 1050W in case of TEX1002LCD; outside these limits the equipment
is able to work properly but can not guarantee an efficiency of 70%.

This transmitter incorporate a low-pass filter to keep harmonics below the limits
provided for by international standards (CCIR, FCC or ETSI) and can be connected
directly to the antenna.

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Two major features of TEX1002LCD is compact design and user-friendliness.

Another key feature is its modular-concept design: the different functions are
performed by modules with most connections achieved through male and female
connectors or through flat cables terminated by connectors. This design facilitates
maintenance and module replacement.

The RF power section of TEX1002LCD uses one LD-MOSFET module delivering

up to 1000W output power.

Operating frequency stability is ensured by a temperature-compensated reference

oscillator and is maintained by a PLL (Phase Locked Loop) system. The transmitter
will go into frequency lock within 30 seconds after power-on.

TEX1002LCD can operate throughout the frequency bank with no need for
calibration or set-up.

An LCD on the front panel and a push-button panel provide for user interfacing with
the microprocessor control system, which implements the following features:
• Output power setup.
• Working frequency setup.
• Power output enable/disable.
• User-selectable threshold settings for output power alarm (Power Good
feature)
• Measurement and display of transmitter operating parameters.
• Communication with external devices such as programming or telemetry
systems via RS232 serial interface or I2C.

Four LEDs on the front panel provide the following status indications: ON, LOCK,
FOLDBACK and RF MUTE.

The transmitter management firmware is based on a menu system. User has four
navigation buttons available to browse submenus: ESC , , , ed ENTER.

The rear panel features the mains input connectors, as well as audio input
connectors and RF output connector, telemetry connector, protection fuses and
two inputs for signals modulated onto subcarriers by suitable external coders, such
as RDS (Radio Data System) signals commonly used in Europe.

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4.3 Frontal Panel Description

Figure 4.1

[1] AIR FLOW Air flow for the forced ventilation.

[2] ON Green LED, lit when the transmitter is working.
[3] LOCK Green led, lit when the PLL is locked on the working frequency.
[4] FOLDBACK Yellow LED, lit when the foldback function is operating (automatic
reduction of the delivered RF power).
[5] R.F. MUTE Yellow LED, lit when the transmitter’s power output is inhibited by
an external interlock command.
[6] CONTRAST Display contrast adjusting trimmer (on the top of the equipment).
[7] POWER ON/OFF switch.
[8] ESC Push button to exit from a menu.
[9] Push button to move in the menu system and to modify the
parameters.
[10] Push button to move in the menu system and to modify the
parameters.
[11] ENTER Push button to confirm a parameter and to enter in a menu.
[12] DISPLAY Liquid crystals display.

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4.4 Rear Panel Description

Figure 4.2

[1] R.F. OUTPUT RF output connector, type 7/8” EIA Flange, 50Ω.
[2] R.F. TEST Output with level -60 dBc lower than output power level,
suitable for modulation monitoring. Not suitable for spectrum
analysis.
[3] RS232 DB9 connector for direct serial communication or modem
(only with telemetry option).
[4] I2C BUS Normally not used, or used for customized functions (only
with telemetry option).
[5] INTERLOCK IN Interlock input BNC connector: by grounding the center
conductor, the transmitter is forced in stand-by mode.
[6] FWD EXT. AGC Trimmer for the control of the delivered power in function of
the FWD fold input.
[7] RFL EXT. AGC Trimmer for the control of the delivered power in function of
the RFL fold input.
[8] REMOTE DB15 connector for telemetry of the machine.
[9] IMPEDANCE Dip-switch to set the balanced input impedance, 600Ω or
10kΩ.
[10] LEFT-MONO XLR connector, balanced Left-Mono channel input.
[11] LEFT-MONO ADJ Adjustment trimmer for Left-Mono channel input.
[12] SCA/RDS ADJ Adjustment trimmer for SCA/RDS input.
[13] SCA2 ADJ Adjustment trimmer for SCA2 input.
[14] SCA2 BNC connector, SCA2 unbalanced input.
[15] SCA/RDS Adjustment trimmer for SCA/RDS input.
[16] 19 kHz PILOT OUT BNC output for the 19 kHz pilot tone. This can be used for
external devices (e.g. RDS coders) synchronization.
[17] CARRIER FREQ. ADJ Fine adjustment trimmer for the transmission frequency.
[18] MAINS FUSE Mains power supply fuse.
[19] MAINS FUSE Mains power supply fuse.
[20] AIR FLOW Air flow for the forced ventilation.
[21] MODEM DB9 connector connected to GSM modem (only with
telemetry option).
[22] SERVICE DB9 connector for interconnection with other devices
and for factory parameters programming (only for factory
programming).
[23] L ADJ Reserved for future implementations - adjustment trimmer
for Left digital channel input.
[24] R ADJ Reserved for future implementations - adjustment trimmer
for Right digital channel input.
[25] TOSLINK Reserved for future implementations - TOS-LINK connector
for digital audio input through fiber optic.
[26] AES/EBU Reserved for future implementations - XLR connector for

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AES/EBU digital audio input.
[27] GSM ANT Reserved for future implementations - SMA connector for
GSM Antenna.
[28] RIGHT XLR connector, balanced Right channel input.
[29] RIGHT ADJ Adjustment trimmer for the Right channel input.
[30] MPX ADJ Adjustment trimmer for MPX input.
[31] MPX BNC connector, MPX unbalanced input.
[32] MODE/MPX IMP Dip-switch to set the operation mode (STEREO or MONO)
and the MPX input impedance, 50Ω or 10kΩ.
[33] PREEMPHASIS Dip-switch to set the preenphasys at 50 or 75 μs. The
preenphasys setting is relevant only for the Left and Right
inputs in stereo mode and for the mono input in mono mode,
while MPX input is unaffected by this setting.
[34] PHASE ADJ Phase adjustment trimmer.
[35] PILOT LVL Pilot tone adjustment trimmer.
[36] MAINS SWITCH Mains power switch.
[37] MAINS Connectors for 230 V (+/- 15%) 50-60 Hz mains power
supply.

4.5 Connector Pinouts

4.5.1 RS232
Type: Female DB9

1 NC
2 SDA
3 SCL
4 NC
5 GND
6 NC
7 NC
8 NC
9 NC

4.5.2 Service (for programming of factory parameters)

Type: Female DB9

1 NC
2 TX_D
3 RX_D
4 Internally connected to 6
5 GND
6 Internally connected to 4
7 Internally connected to 8
8 Internally connected to 7
9 NC

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4.5.3 I2C Bus
Type: Male DB9

1 NC
2 TX_D
3 RX_D
4 Internally connected to 6
5 GND
6 Internally connected to 4
7 Internally connected to 8
8 Internally connected to 7
9 NC

4.5.4 Left (MONO) / Right

Type: Female XLR

1 GND
2 Positive
3 Negative

4.5.5 Remote
Type: Female DB15

Pin Name Type Purpose

1 Interlock IN Inhibits power if closed to
GND
2 Ext AGC FWD IN Ext. signal,1-12V, for limitation
(AGC)
3 GND Ground
4 SDA IIC I/O Serial data for IIC communication
5 VPA Tlm ANL OUT PA supply voltage: 3.9V
F.S.
6 FWD Tlm ANL OUT Forward power: 3.9V F.S.
7 Power Good DIG OUT Indicates activation by
switching the normally-open contact
to ground (sect. 5.4.1).
8 GND Ground
9 GND Ground
10 Ext AGC RFL IN Ext. signal,1-12V, for limitation
(AGC)
11 SCL IIC I/O Clock for IIC communication
12 IPA Tlm ANL OUT PA supply current: 3.9V
F.S.
13 RFL Tlm ANL OUT Reflected power: 3.9V F.S.
14 On cmd DIG IN A pulse towards ground (500 ms)
triggers power output
15 OFF cmd DIG IN A pulse towards ground (500 ms)
inhibits power output.

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5. Installation and use
This section provides a step-by-step description of equipment installation and
configuration procedure. Follow these procedures closely upon first power-on
and each time any change is made to general configuration, such as when a new
transmission station is added or the equipment is replaced.

IMPORTANT: always remove the mains voltage before carrying out any type of
installation and/or maintenance. It is essential to interrupt the power supply to
avoid the risk of electric shock which could cause material damage to people or
property, serious injuries and even death.

The equipment must only be installed by qualified personnel.

With qualified personnel, it identifies personnel who respond to all directives, laws
and regulations concerning safety, applicable to installation and operation of this
device.

The choice of qualified, and appropriately trained, personnel is always under

responsibility of the company in which this personnel is a part, because is the
company in question that determines whether a worker is suitable for a particular
job, in order to protect its safety by respecting the applicable law on workplace
safety matter.

These companies must provide appropriate training to their staff on electrical

devices, and make sure that they familiarize themselves with the contents of this
manual.

The respect of the safety instructions set, forth in this manual or in the specified
legislation, does not exempt you from compliance with other specific regulations
regarding installation, place, Country or other circumstances affecting the
equipment.

IMPORTANT: there is a possible danger due electric shock, therefore it is mandatory

to comply with the applicable law on safety with regard to electrical aspects.

Once the desired configuration has been set up, no more settings are required
for normal operation; at each power-up (even after an accidental shutdown),
the equipment defaults to the parameters set during the initial configuration
procedure.

The topics covered in this section are discussed at greater length in the next
sections, with detailed descriptions of all hardware and firmware features and
capabilities. Please see the relevant sections for additional detail.

IMPORTANT: When configuring and testing the transmitter in which the equipment
is integrated, be sure to have the Final Test Table supplied with the equipment ready
at hand throughout the whole procedure; the Final Test Table lists all operating
parameters as set and tested at the factory..

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5.1 Installation

5.1.1 Preliminary Requirements

The equiment ventilation and the work space must be suitable for maintenance
operations according to the directive in force in the country in which this device
is installed.

It is necessary to leave a minimum distance of 50 cm on the front and back sides

of the device to have a proper functioning and to facilitate air circulation through
the ventilation grids.

In any case, the device must respect the distance established by the safety directive
in force in the country where this equipment is installed.

This device is designed to operate at -10 °C to 45 °C without loss of performance.

The ambient air must be clean of dust and not condensed; the maximum humidity
must never exceed 95%.

It is important to remember that strong changes in temperature can lead to

generation of condensation, in particular environmental conditions. In case of the
station where this device is located should be subjected to these physical events,
it is good to monitor these devices, once you put it into service, in addition to trying
to protect the device itself as much as possible.

IMPORTANT: never supply voltage to the equipment in presence of condensation.

This problem can occur more frequently in devices warehoused for a long time or
in those used as an active reserve.

The antenna RF, power supply and connection cables must have the section
suitable for the maximum current intensity.

5.1.2 Preliminary checks

Unpack the transmitter and immediately inspect it for transport damage. Check
carefully that all the connectors are in perfect condition and check for the absence
of humidithy. Otherwise, wait until it is completely dry.

In case of problems in this step, immediately contact after-sales assistance.

The mains power supply protection fuses are conveniently located externally on
rear panel. Remove the fuse holder with a screwdriver to check its integrity or to
replace it if necessary. The following fuse are used:

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@ 230 Vac

Mains fuses (2x) F 10A type 6x30

Table 5.1: Fuses

5.1.2 Placement of equipment

Useful tips for a correct installation:

• Do not use in presence of external elements near inlets and outlets ventilation
systems, as they could prevent a proper ventilation of the device.
• Do not place near any source of heat or flammable gas.
• Avoid places subject to accumulation of humidity, dust, sand, salt or environments
that could compromise the correct operation of the equipment.
• Avoid installing the equipment into inhabited places due to possible noise
pollution or on fragile supports. The operation of the equipment can cause a
noise due to forced ventilation. The mounting surface must be able to withstand
the weight of the device and must be sturdy.

Note: below we will refer to a complete station, where the device can be a part of
it. The same procedures also apply in case of the device is used individually.

The device is usually connected inside a 19 “rack and fixed with M5 screws in the
appropriate holes.

The equipment must be installed at least 1 mt from the ground.

Install the rack in the point in which the transmitter will be put in operation. The
rack is mounted on wheels for easy movement so that, once placed in the desired
location, it is advisable to use the four screws located at the base of the rack to
stabilize it perpendicularly to ground.

The environment, where you have decided to install the rack, should be set up
for about 25°C of air conditioning and equipped with a filter to remove dust and
salt air.

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The transmitter normally have the outlet air in the back of machine.
In this case, provide adequate ventilation of the room.

HOT

COLD

50cm

In alternative is cooled by forced ventilation and the air outlet is located on the roof
of machine. Is recommended a length of tube approximetively of 1,5 meter.

HOT

COLD 50cm

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Is highly recommended to install the rack at least 50 cm from the rear and side
wall so as to allow an optimum air flow and to facilitate workers.

HOT
50cm

50cm

5.1.2.1 Rack power supply connections COLD

Provide for the following (applicable to operating tests and putting into service):
√ Single-phase 230 (-15% / +10%) Vac mains power supply for TEX1002LCD,
with adequate earth connection.
√ For operating tests only: dummy load with 50 Ohm impedance and adequate
capacity (minimum 1000W per TEX1002LCD).

Connect the overall power cord of machine. The cable can be slid through the
cable gland located on the back, or on the roof, of the machine and conductors
must be attached to the general disconnecting switch terminals.

Note: The connection of machine to power supply is done by fixing a multi-pole

cable with exposed terminals to a terminal board. Make sure, with no possibility
of error, that the cable is not under tension when you connect it to the machine.

WARNING: Is highly recommended to don’t turn on the machine without first

having connected the RF output to antenna or dummy load!

If you have a dummy load capable to dissipate the RF power generated by the
transmitter, it is advisable to carry out first tests by linking to it rather than to the
transmission antenna.

If transmitter require a single-phase power with F (black or brown or grey) + N

(blue) + GND (green yellow), keep in mind this requirement to connect to your
distribution board.

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L N PE
If transmitter require three-phase power with 3F (black, brown and grey) + N
(blue) + GND (green yellow), keep in mind this requirement to connect to your
distribution board.

R S T N PE
Note: the mains must be equipped with adequate earth connection properly
connected to the equipment. This is a pre-requisite for ensuring operator safety
and correct operation.

The following table shows the recommended cable cross-sections:

THREE-PHASE SINGLE-PHASE
CONNECTOR CABLE SECTION CABLE SECTION
L / Ø 2,5mm
R Ø 1,5mm /
S Ø 1,5mm /
T Ø 1,5mm /
N Ø 2,5mm Ø 2,5mm
PE Ø 2,5mm Ø 2,5mm

Tipically the distribution board contains the thermal-magnetic circuit breakers for
each amplifier included in the system and one for service.

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WARNING: Electric shock hazard! Never handle the RF output connector

when the equipment is powered on and no load is connected. Injury or death
may result.

Ensure that the distribution board of the transmitter is set to “OFF”.

5.1.3 Device power supply connections

Provide for the following (applicable to operating tests and putting into service):
√ Single-phase 230 (-15% / +10%) Vac mains power supply for TEX1002LCD,
with adequate earth connection.
√ For operating tests only: dummy load with 50 Ohm impedance and adequate
capacity (minimum 1000W per TEX1002LCD).

Note: to ensure the safety of the operators, carry out the wiring according to the
laws and regulations in force in the country where this equipment is installed.

Check that the POWER switch on the front and rear of TEX1002LCD is in the
“OFF” position.

The transmitter has two switches: one is embedded in rear panel and interrupts
all mains power supply of the machine, while the second is on the front panel and
acts by inhibiting the switching power supply of the machine.

Connect the mains power cable to the MAINS connector on the rear panel.

Attenzione: Be sure to connect the equipment correctly, to avoid the risk of

damaging. It is necessary connect the ground conductor of the power supply
cable to the specific terminal in the multipole socket and check the efficiency of
your own grounding system..

Note: The mains must be equipped with adequate ground connection properly
connected to the machine. This is a pre-requisite for ensuring operator safety and
correct operation.

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Useful tips for a correct connection:
• Provide an adequate grounding of the electrical system. This has both a direct
protection function, as it prevents receiving shocks by touching directly the
metallic enclosures of the equipments, as well as an indirect protection function,
as it interrupts the energy supply when a leak occurs due to poor insulation.This
is possible on its own even through discharge devices, like the installation of
a picket and an inspectable cockpit, through specific companies with qualified
personnel to carry out the work.
• Provide an internal lightning protection such as a surge arrester (internal SPD)
or a thermal-magnetic circuit breaker, requiring the installation in the distribution
panel through qualified personnel. This solution allows you to protect from
violent atmospheric electric shocks that strike the surrounding ground up to
several kilometers.
• Provide an internal protection against interference on the distribution line
such as EMI filters or stabilizers on line voltages, rrequiring the installation
in the distribution panel through qualified personnel, which allow to filter the
interferences caused by electrical equipment and sudden surges of the line,
in addition to providing a voltage regulation.

5.1.4 RF Connections

Provide for the following setup (applicable to operating tests and putting into
service):
√ Connection cable kit including:
• Mains power cable.
• Coaxial cable with BNC connectors for interlock signal connection between
exciter and amplifier.
• RF cable for output to load / antenna (50 Ohm coaxial cable with standard 7/8”
connector).
• Audio cables between transmitter and audio signals sources.

WARNING: risk of burns due to RF. Make sure that the device can not emit
RF at the output, before connecting the antenna cable.

WARNING: For electromagnetic compatibility reasons, only double shielded

cables must be used on the RF output.

Don’t forget to equip yourself with a 7/8“ 50 Ohm RF cable for the connection
between the Antenna and the device; the part that goes towards the device must
be equipped with a 7/8“ type connector.

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Connect the RF output of the transmitter to an antenna cable or to a dummy load
capable of dissipating the power generated by the amplifier. To begin with, set
exciter to minimum output power and switch if off.

Connect the amplifier INTERLOCK OUT output to the matching INTERLOCK IN

input fitted on all R.V.R. Elettronica exciters as standard; if your exciter is a different
brand, identify an equivalent input.

Connect the RF output to an adequately rated dummy load or to the antenna.

WARNING: To avoid electrical shock and electrocution, never touch the RF

output connector when the equipment is switched on and no dummy load
is connected.

Ensure that the POWER switch on the front panel of TEX1002LCD is set to
“OFF”.

The transmitter has two switches: one is embedded in VDE socket for mains power
cord and interrupts all mains power supply of the machine, while the second is on
the front panel and acts by inhibiting the switching power supply of the machine.

Connect the mains power cable to the MAINS connector on the rear panel.

Note: the mains must be equipped with adequate earth connection properly
connected to the equipment. This is a pre-requisite for ensuring operator safety
and correct operation.

Connect the audio and RDS/SCA signals from user’s sources to the transmitter
input connectors.

Note: RF EXPOSURE SAFETY DISTANCE (only for FCC & IC)

RF Exposure Limits for United States of America, according to FCC regulation:
setting to the maximum of the output power of the apparatus, to guarantee
the limits of exposure declared within this document, it is necessary that
the antenna gain used with this device should be 0dBi or less and all
persons should maintain a minimum separation distance of 638.41 cm for
general uncontrolled exposure and general controlled exposure.
RF Exposure Limits for Canada, according to IC regulation: setting to the
maximum of the output power of the apparatus, to guarantee the limits of
exposure declared within this document, it is necessary that the antenna
gain used with this device should be 0dBi or less and all persons should
maintain a minimum separation distance of 785.90 cm for general uncontrolled
exposure and general controlled exposure.
Limites d’exposition RF: en réglant au maximum de la puissance de sortie de
l’appareil, afin de garantir les limites d’exposition déclarées dans ce document, il
est nécessaire que le gain d’antenne utilisé avec cet appareil doit être de 0 dBi
ou moins et toutes les personnes doivent conserver une distance de séparation
minimale de 785.90 cm pour les expositions générales non contrôlées et les
expositions générales contrôlées.

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5.1.5 First power-on and setup

Perform this procedure upon first power-up and each time you make changes to
the configuration of the transmitter this component is integrated into.

Note : Standard factory settings are RF output power off (Pwr OFF) and regulated
output power set to upper limit (unless otherwise specified by customer).

5.1.5.1 Power-on

When you have performed all of the connections described in the previous
paragraph, power on the transmitter using the suitable power switch on the front
panel.

5.1.5.2 Power check

Ensure that the ON LED turns on. Forward power and modulation readings should
appear briefly on the display. If the RF output is disabled, those readings will be
zero.

When the PLL locks to operating frequency, the LOCK LED will turn on.

5.1.5.3 How to enable the RF output

Check output power level and set it to maximum level (unless it has already been
set) from the Power Setup menu that you will have accessed by pressing the
following sequence of key: ESC (opens Default Menu) ⇒ ENTER (hold down for
2 seconds) ⇒ SET ⇒ use keys to set bar to upper limit.

Check the state of the Pwr output power by the Fnc menu. If it is set to OFF, press
ENTER to bring the selection to ON.

5.1.5.4 Output power level control

IMPORTANT: The transmitter incorporates Automatic Gain Control (AGC) and

output power is modulated based on the power level set by the user and actual
operating conditions, such as temperature, reflected power and other parameters.
Please read section 5.3 for more details of RF power modulation.

Access the Power Setup Menu pressing the following keys in the order:
ESC (opens Default Menu) ⇒ ENTER (hold down for 2 seconds).

Use the keys and in the SET menu to set transmitter output power; the
setting bar at the side of SET provides a graphic indication of power setting; please
consider that the forward power readout provided on the display (FWD: xxxx
W) reflects actual output power reading, which may be lower than regulated
power supply when Automatic Gain Control is running in power supply
limitation mode (please read section 5.3 about RF power supply modulation for
more details).

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Note: Output power may be set using the Pwr OFF control. In this condition, the
output power readout (Fwd) on the display will read 0 (zero); the SET bar will reflect
any adjustments you make using the keys and provides a graphic indication of how
much power supply will be delivered the moment you return to Pwr On state.

5.1.5.5 Changing the Power Good alarm threshold

Change Forward Power Good alarm setting PgD from the Fnc menu as desired
(factory setting is 50%).

5.1.5.6 Setting equipment I2C address

Change the IIC address in the MIX (Miscellaneous) menu as desired (factory
setting is 01).

5.1.5.7 Adjustments and calibration

The only manual adjustments are the level adjustments and the audio mode
adjustment.

The rear panel holds the trimmers for all transmitter inputs. Trimmer identification
is printed on the rear panel. Input sensitivity can be set within the limits set out in
the tables below through the trimmers:

Input sensitivity:

Input Figure 4.2 Trimmer Sensitivity Notes

SCA1/
[15] [12] - 8 ÷ +13 dBu Input level for 7,5 kHz overall deviation
RDS
(- 20 dB)
SCA2 [14] [13] - 8 ÷ +13 dBu
MPX [31] [30] -13 ÷ +13 dBu
Left/ Input level for 75 kHz overall deviation
[10] [11] -13 ÷ +13 dBu
Mono (0 dB)
Right [28] [29] -13 ÷ +13 dBu

When setting input sensitivity, please consider that the default menu reports
instantaneous modulation level and an indicator provides a 75 kHz reading. To
ensure correct adjustment, apply a signal with the same level as user’s audio
broadcast maximum level and then adjust using the trimmer until instantaneous
deviation matches the 75 kHz reading.
To set subcarrier input levels, you may use the same procedure and option “x10”
available in the Fnc menu. With this option, modulation level is multiplied by a factor
of 10, which means that default menu bar meter reflects a 7.5 kHz deviation.

A special menu with separate indications of Left and Right channel levels and
relating indicators of nominal levels for maximum deviation (75 kHz) is provided.

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• Preemphasis:
ON ON

1 2 3 4
50 ms 1 2 3 4
75 ms

• L and R (XLR type) input impedance:

Switch 1: R XLR input impedance, ON = 600 W, OFF = 10 kW

ON
1
2

Switch 2: L XLR input impedance, ON = 600 W, OFF = 10 kW

• MPX input operation mode/impedance:

Switch 1: Mode of operation ON = Mono, OFF = Stereo

ON
1
2

Switch 2: MPX input impedance, ON = 50 W, OFF = 10 kW

5.2 Operation
1) Power on the transmitter and ensure that the ON light turns on. Equipment
name should appear briefly on the display, quickly followed by modulation
and forward power readings, provided that the transmitter is delivering output
power.

Menu 1

1b) In case of a password has been set, through the Miscellaneous menu, enter
the code and then confirm to be able to view or modify the parameters of the
machine.
The screen that is shown is similar to the following:

Menu 2

NOTE: It is advisable to write down the password set, if you forget the
password it is not possible to recover it automatically. To recover the
password, contact Customer Service by sending the alphanumeric PUK code
of 6 characters generated automatically when entering the password.

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1c) To modify power level setting, hold down the ENTER button until opening
the power setup menu.
The edit screen will look like this:

Menu 3

Next to SET indication, a bar provides a graphic display of preset output power.
The filled portion of the bar is proportional to set power level.
Example

Full bar ≅ 1000W in output

100% ouput power
(mod.TEX1002LCD)

≅ 250W output
25% ouput power 1/4 bar
(mod.TEX1002LCD)

The bottom line provides instantaneous power reading (in this example 1000W for
TEX1002LCD); press button to increase level, press to decrease it. When
you have achieved the desired level, press ENTER to confirm and exit the default
menu. Please note that the setting is stored automatically; in other words, if you
press ESC or do not press any keys before the preset time times out, the latest
power level set will be retained.
NOTE: This feature prevents the machine from delivering maximum power as
soon as output is enabled from menu 4, or in the event the machine is already
set to ON and energised.
2) Ensure that machine is not in a locked-out state. Press the ESC key to call up
the selection screen (Menu 3). Highlight Fnc and press ENTER to confirm and
access the appropriate menu (menu 4).
In the same menu, ensure that power limiting is disabled: if PWR is set to OFF,
i.e. power output is disabled, move cursor to PWR. Press ENTER and label
will switch to ON, i.e. power output enabled.
Press ESC twice to go back to the default menu (menu 1).
3) Fine tune power setting from menu 2 (see description of item 1b) until achieving
the desired value.
WARNING: Machine is capable of delivering more than rated output power (1000
W for TEX1002LCD); however, never exceed the specified power rating.

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NOTE: If power is set to 0 W in the Power Setup Menu, the INTERLOCK OUT
contact is activated and any external appliances connected to it are immediately
inhibited.

Next, you can review all operating parameters of the equipment through the
management firmware.

Normally, the equipment can run unattended. Any alarm condition is handled
automatically by the safety system or is signalled by the LED indicators on the
panel or by display messages.

NOTE: Standard factory settings are output power set to upper limit (unless
otherwise specified by customer) and OFF.

5.3 Management Firmware

The machine features an LCD with two lines by 16 characters that displays a set of menus.
Figure 5.2 below provides an overview of machine menus.
The symbols listed below appear in the left portion of the display as appropriate:
(Cursor) - Highlights selected (i.e. accessible) menu.
(Filled arrow) - Editable parameter marker. This symbol appears in menus that
take up more than two lines to aid browsing.
(Three empty arrows) - Parameter is being edited.
(Empty arrow) - Current line marker; the parameter in this line cannot be
edited. This symbol appears in menus that take up more than two lines to aid
browsing.

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Menù 1

Predefined menu

Menù 2 Menu 2

Password menu Power Adjustment Menu

Menu 3

Selection Menu

Menu 4

Operation Menu

Menu 5

Power Menu

Menu 6

Power Amplifier Menu

Menu 7

Settings Menu

Menu 8

Miscellaneous Menu

Menu 9

Versions Menu

Menu 10

Channels Menu

Figure 5.2

When the display is off, touching any key will turn on backlighting.

When the display is on, pressing the ESC button from the default menu (menu 1)
calls up the selection screen (menu 3), which gives access to all other menus:

Menu 4

If the temperature alarm is enabled and the alarm threshold is exceeded, the
following screen will be displayed (only if you are in the default screen):

State 1

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As soon as operating conditions are restored, power output is re-enabled with the
same settings in use prior to the alarm condition.

Under 20kHz, no modulation occurs. After a preset time of about 5 minutes (not
editable), a NO AUDIO condition is indicated in the main screen, but power is not
inhibited.

State 2

To gain access to a submenu, select menu name (name is highlighted by cursor)

using button or and press the ENTER button.

To return to the default menu (menu 1), simply press ESC again.

5.3.1 Operation Menu (Fnc)

In this menu, you can toggle transmitter power output On/Off, set deviation
display mode and the threshold rate for Forward (PgD) or Reflected (PgR)
Power Good.

To edit an item, highlight the appropriate line using the and buttons and
then press and hold the ENTER button until the command is accepted. This way,
Pwr setting is toggled between On and Off and Mod setting is toggled between
“x1” and “x10”. To edit the Power Good rate, simply select item “PgD” or “PgR” and
edit its value using the UP and DOWN buttons; finally, press ENTER to confirm.

Menu 5

Pwr Enables (ON) or disables (OFF) transmitter power output.

Mod Modifies modulation display (toggles between “x1” and “x10”). In “x10”
mode, instantaneous deviation indication is multiplied by a factor of 10,
and the bar meter on the default menu will reflect 7.5 kHz instead of
75 kHz. This display mode is convenient when you wish to display low
deviation levels, such as those caused by pilot tone or subcarriers.

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PgD Modifies Power Good threshold for forward power. The Power Good
rate is a percent of equipment rated power (1000W for TEX1002LCD),
not of forward output power. This means that this threshold set at 50%
will give 500 W, respectively, regardless of set power level. The Power
Good feature enables output power control and reporting. When output
power drops below set Power Good threshold, the equipment changes
the state of pin [7] of the DB15 “Remote” connector located on the rear
panel.
PgR Modifies Power Good threshold for reflected power. The Power Good
rate is a percent of equipment rated power (100W for TEX1002LCD),
not of reflected output power. This means that this threshold set at 5%,
respectively, will give 5W regardless of set power level. The Power Good
feature enables output power control and alarm management.

NOTE: This alarm does not trip any contacts in the DB15 “Remote” connector and
is only available in systems equipped with telemetry.

5.3.2 Power Menu ( (Pwr)

This screen holds all readings related to equipment output power:

Menu 6

Fwd Forward power reading.

Rfl Reflected power reading.

Note that these are readings, rather than settings, and cannot be edited (note
the empty triangle). To change power setting, go to the default menu as outlined
earlier.

5.3.3 Power Amplifier (P.A) Menu

This screen is made up of four lines that can be scrolled using the and
buttons and shows the readings relating to final power stage:

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Menù 7

Note that these are readings, rather than settings, and cannot be edited (note the
empty arrow).
VPA Voltage supplied by amplifier module.
IPA Current draw of amplifier module.
Eff Efficiency based on ratio of forward power to amplifier module power,
in percent ( FWD PWR/(Vpa x Ipa) % ).
Tmp Equipment internal temperature reading.

5.3.4 Setup Menu (Set)

This menu lets you view and set operating frequency.

Menu 8

F1 Operating frequency setup. Set a new frequency value and then

press the ENTER button to confirm your selection; the transmitter
unlocks from current frequency (the LOCK LED turns off) and will
lock to the new operating frequency (LOCK turns back on again).
If you press ESC or let the preset time time out, the previous frequency
setting is retained.

5.3.5 Miscellaneous Menu (Mix)

This menu lets you set equipment address in an I2C bus serial connection:

Menu 9

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IIC I2C address setting. The I2C network address becomes significant when
the transmitter is connected in an RVR transmission system that uses
this protocol. Do not change it unless strictly required..
PSW Setting a numeric password of 4 characters.
At the time of purchase, the password is set to [0000] by default; this
configuration automatically disables the entry of the password in default
screen.

NOTE: It is advisable to write down the password set, if you forget the
password it is not possible to recover it automatically. To recover the
password, contact Customer Service by sending the alphanumeric PUK code
of 6 characters generated automatically when entering the password.

5.3.6 Version Menu (Vrs)

This screen holds equipment version/release information:

Menu 10

Note that these are readings, rather than settings, and cannot be edited (note the
empty arrow).
Rel Firmware release information.
Dat Release date.
Tab Shows table loaded in the memory.

5.3.7 Channels Menu (L&R)

Right and left channel input levels are displayed as horizontal bars as shown in the
figure below.
The bar meter reflects the level corresponding to a 100% deviation for each channel
and provides a convenient reference when setting audio channel input levels.

Menu 11

L Left channel Vmeter.

R Right channel Vmeter.

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5.4 Optional Function

A range of options is available for the product to add certain functions and/or modify
existing functions. Outlined below are the functions available at the moment, which
must be specified on order to R.V.R. Elettronica.

5.4.1 FSK Option

The FSK function generates periodic carrier frequency shifts to generate a

Morsecoded station ID code.

NOTE: This function is typically used in the USA.

The factory setting for frequency shift is +10KHz and code repetition period is 60
minutes (please contact R.V.R. Elettronica if you need different settings), whereas
station identified may be programmed by the user following the indications provided
in section below.

When the FSK option is fitted, an FSK submenu is added to the selection
menu.

Menu 12

Press the ENTER key when FSK is highlighted in the selection menu to access
the FSK submenu:

Menu 13

FSK Enables / disables FSK code transmission.

Cod Shows the Morse code sent normally.

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5.4.1.1 Changing the ID code

User may change the FSK code used as a station identifier at any time.

This procedure requires:

• 1 RS232 male-female cable;
• Hyper Terminal interface (make sure it has been installed together with
Windows®) or equivalent serial communication software.

A brief description of the procedure is provided below:

• Connect the PC serial port COM to the SERVICE connector on the rear panel
of TEX1002LCD using a standard Male DB9 - Female DB9 serial cable.
• Power on the exciter;
• Launch the serial communication software;
• Set communication parameters as follows:
Baud Rate: 19200
Data Bit: 8
Parity: None
Stop Bit: 1
Flow control: None;
• Activate Caps-Lock through the communication software and send string CODE
followed by the 6-character station ID code followed by Enter.

NOTE: To be treated as valid, the code must be made up of 6 alphanumeric

characters and must contain no blank spaces; if acknowledged as valid, code is
echoed back to the terminal, illegal codes are not echoed..

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6. Identification and Access to the Modules

6.1 Identification of the Modules

The TEX1002LCD is made up of various modules linked to each other through

connectors so as to make maintenance and any required module replacement
easier.

6.1.1 TEX1002LCD Upper view

The figure below shows the equipment upper view with the various components
pointed out.

figure 8.1

[1] Power Supply Block

[2] Air Filter
[3] Main Board & Stereo Coder Card
[4] Service Power Interface Card
[5] Telemetry Card
[6] Driver Card
[7] Bias Card
[8] Panel Block
[9] Blower
[10] Power Amplifier Block (contains Low Pass Filter Card and Directional Coupler Card)

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6.2 Spare parts

The list below identifies the spare parts codes for a simple replacement of modules
in case of maintenance.

Spare Parts Name Spare Parts Code

Switching power supply KPSL4248
RF final section SP-FIN241A
Main audio card + PLL + VCO SP-MBD175A
CPU panel & Display SP-PAN241A
Fan VTL9GV0824P1G03
Driver Card SP-DRV241A
Bias Card SP-BIA241A

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7. Working Principles

7.1 Panel card

The panel board accommodates the microcontroller that runs equipment firmware
and all user interface elements (display, LEDs, keys, …).

This board is interfaced with other equipment modules via flat cables and provides
for power supply, control signals and measurement distribution.

7.2 Main Board

The main board performs the following tasks:

• Audio and SCA input treatment;
• Generation of carrier frequency;
• Modulation ;
• R.F. amplification (Driver).

The board also features a stereophonic coder..

7.2.1 Audio input section

The audio input section accommodates the circuitry that performs the following
tasks:
• Input impedance selection
• 15 kHz filtering for R and L channels
• Stereophonic coding
• Preemphasis
• Mono, MPX and SCA channel mixing
• Clipper (limits modulating signal level so that frequency deviation never exceeds
75kHz)
• Modulating signal measurement.

7.2.2 PLL/VCO section

This section of the board generates the modulated radiofrequency signal. It is

based on a PLL architecture that includes an MB15E06 integrated circuit.

7.3 Telemetry card

This board is designed to inform the user of the equipment operation state. All
input and output signals are available on the DB15 connector.

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The same board also features the “INTERLOCK” BNC connector for disabling the
device. By grounding the central pin, the output power is reduced to zero until the
connection is removed.

When an R.V.R. amplifier is used, this connector is linked to the power amplifier
REMOTE or INTERLOCK by means of a BNC-BNC connection. In case of amplifier
faults, the central conductor is grounded thus forcing the machine to enter in
stand-by mode.

7.4 Power supply

The amplification stage of TEX1002LCD consists of two main blocks:

1. Service: This section contains elements that do not regard directly the power
supply, they are::
- Service transformer
- Power switch
- Service fuse
2. Power supply: various units supplies an adapted supply to RF power amplifier
modules. The units that compose power supply are rectifier (PFC) and switching
power supplies.

7.5 Power amplifier

The final power stage is enclosed in a totally shielded metal container fastened
in the centre of the device.

The RF signal coming from input power connectors, is measured by input directional
coupler card and is then sent to the final stage that sees to its final amplifications
up to 1000W (for TEX1002LCD model).

The amplification stage consists of two main blocks.

In addition to the actual RF amplification, this circuit carries out the following
functions:
• Control of the power level in output, depending on the setting
• Reduction of the power supplied when in presence of high-level reflected
power
• Measures of the current absorbed by the power amplifier
• Measures of the temperature

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This board also features an RF sampling of approximately -46dB RF (for
TEX1002LCD model) with respect to the output, which is available on a BNC
connector below the transmitter output connector. This sample is useful for
verifying the characteristics of the carrier, but not for verifying those of the upper
harmonics.

7.6 Bias card

The main function of this board is to check and correct the MOSFET polarization
voltage of the RF amplifier section.

It also provides the measurement of the absorbed current and contains a circuit
for signaling power supply unit faults.

If no alarms are present, the voltage is adjusted only depending on the set output
power, with a feedback mechanism based on the reading of the power really
delivered (AGC).

The voltage is also affected by other factors, such as:

• Excess of reflected power.
• External AGC signals (Ext. AGC FWD, Ext. AGC RFL).
• Excess of temperature.
• Excess of absorbed current from the RF module.

7.7 Low pass filter card

This card provide the low-pass filtering of the RF signal in output and measure the
reflected and forward power output.

7.8 Driver card

Before passing to the final power amplifier, the RF signal is preamplified in this
section by an BFG35 and an MRFE6S9060NR1 transistor. When the transmitter
is placed on stand-by, the driver is by-passed..

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8. Maintenance and repair procedures

8.1 Introduction

This section provides general information about maintenance and electrical settings
for the TEX1002LCD exciter.

The maintenance is separated into two sections depending on the complexity

of the procedure and the instrumentation required for the test to complete the
maintenance.

8.2 Security Considerations

Dangerous voltages and high currents are present inside the amplifier, when it is
working; strong power RF signals are present, also.
WARNING: Do not remove any covers without first turning the equipment off
and making sure that you have closed them all before restarting the equipment.
Be sure to disconnect the amplifier’s mains supply before proceeding to any
maintenance operation on the system..

8.3 Ordinary maintenance

The only regular maintenance required on the TEX1002LCD is the periodic blower
replacement and dust cleaning of the air filter and of any trace of it inside the
amplifier.

The frequency of these operations depends on the operating conditions of the

machine: like ambient temperature, dust level in the air, humidity, etc ...

It is advisable to make a preventive inspection every 6 months, and to replace the

blowers that has abnormal noises.

The blowers should be replaced, in case of problems, as soon as possible and in

any case not later than 24 months.

8.3.1 How to replace a malfunctioning blower

• Open the top cover of TEX1002LCD by unscrewing all the screws.
• Identify the blower to be replaced.
• Unscrew all the points A with the help of an Allen screwdriver.

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• Unscrew all the points B with the help of an slotted screwdriver.

• Provide for the removal of the malfunctioning blower in points C.

• Insert the new blower (mod. 9GV0824P1G03 Sanyo Denki).

• Redo all previously steps, performed in reverse, in order to reassemble and fix
the blower in place.
• Replace the cover and tighten all the screws necessary to close it.

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8.3.1 Replacing the deteriorated filter
• Unscrew the four screws A on the front panel of the TEX1002LCD.

• Extract the grid B grid of the TEX1002LCD front panel.

• Provide for the removal of filter C and insert the new spare part (mod. 461F
Zaffo or WZ1461F 2G-RICAMBI-AUTO).

• Redo all previously steps, performed in reverse, in order to reassemble and fix
the flter in place.
• Replace the cover and tighten all the screws necessary to close it.

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8.4 Module substitutions

Only authorized and qualified technical personnel must be proceed with the
replacement of the component parts in the relevant device.

8.4.1 How to replace the power supply

• Open the top cover of TEX1002LCD by unscrewing all the screws.
• Identify the power supply module to be replaced.
• Unscrew all the points A and B with the help of an Allen screwdriver.

• Unscrew laterally all the points C with the help of a slotted screwdriver .

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• Unscrew internally all the points D with the help of a Phillips screwdriver.

• Extract the metal plate E.

• Unscrew all the points F with the help of a Phillips screwdriver, then disconnect
the power cables.

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• Disconnect all the connectors at positions G.

• Unscrew all the points H with the help of an slotted screwdriver.

• Remove the RF module and replace it with a new spare part.

• Redo all previously steps, performed in reverse, in order to reassemble and fix
the module in place.
• Replace the cover and tighten all the screws necessary to close it.

8.4.2 How to replace the RF module

• Open the top cover of TEX1002LCD by unscrewing all the screws.
• Identify the RF module to be replaced.

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• Unscrew all the points A with the help of a Phillips screwdriver.

• Unscrew all the points B with the help of an Allen screwdriver.

• Unscrew all the points C with the help of an Allen screwdriver.

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• Provide to the displacement of the blower in point D.

• Provide to the displacement of the module in point E.

• Unscrew the connectors F and disconnect the connectors G.

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• Disconnect the connectors H and unscrew the points I and J.

• Remove the driver card.

• Remove the RF module and replace it with a new spare part.
• Redo all previously steps, performed in reverse, in order to reassemble and fix
the module in place.
• Replace the cover and tighten all the screws necessary to close it.

8.4.3 How to replace the main board

• Open the top cover of TEX1002LCD by unscrewing all the screws.
• Identify the module to be replaced.
• Unscrew the seven screws A on the rear panel of the TEX1002LCD.

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• Unscrew all screws B on the main board cover box.

• Disconnect the connector C and unscrew the RF connector D.

• Remove the main board and replace it with a new spare part.
• Redo all previously steps, performed in reverse, in order to reassemble and fix
the module in place.
• Replace the cover and tighten all the screws necessary to close it.

8.4.4 How to replace the panel board

• Unscrew the four screws A on the front panel of the TEX1002LCD.

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• Remove the panel B.

• Unscrew all the points C with the help of an slotted screwdriver.

• Unscrew all the points D with the help of an Allen screwdriver.

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• Disconnect the connectors E.

• Unscrew internally all the points F with the help of a Phillips screwdriver.

• Remove the card present in point G.

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• Unscrew internally all the points H with the help of a Phillips screwdriver.

• Remove the card present in point I.

• Remove the panel group and replace it with a new spare part.
• Redo all previously steps, performed in reverse, in order to reassemble and fix
the module in place.
• Replace the cover and tighten all the screws necessary to close it.

8.4.5 How to replace power supply interface board

• Open the top cover of TEX1002LCD by unscrewing all the screws.
• Identify the power supply module to be replaced.
• Unscrew all the points A with the help of an Phillips screwdriver.

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• Disconnect the connectors B and unscrew the points C.

B C

• Remove the card and replace it with a new spare part.

• Redo all previously steps, performed in reverse, in order to reassemble and fix
the module in place.
• Replace the cover and tighten all the screws necessary to close it.

8.4.6 How to replace the driver card

• Open the top cover of TEX1002LCD by unscrewing all the screws.
• Identify the module to be replaced.
• Disconnect the connectors A and unscrew the points B and C.

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• Remove the driver card and replace it with a new spare part.
• Redo all previously steps, performed in reverse, in order to reassemble and fix
the module in place.
• Replace the cover and tighten all the screws necessary to close it.

8.4.7 How to replace the telemetry card

• Open the top cover of TEX1002LCD by unscrewing all the screws.
• Identify the module to be replaced.
• Unscrew the hexagonal washerA and the two threaded hex spacers B on the
back panel of the TEX1002LCD.

A B

• Disconnect the connector C.

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• Remove the card and replace it with a new spare part.

• Redo all previously steps, performed in reverse, in order to reassemble and fix
the module in place.
• Replace the cover and tighten all the screws necessary to close it.

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9. Option
This section displays views on the variants compared to the basic version to be
requested in the order.

For more information about the options, rely on the respective user manuals.

9.1 \AUDIGIN-TEX option

Digital Input Left (MONO) / Right

Type: TOS-LINK Female Type: XLR Female

1 GND
2 Positive
3 Negative

9.2 \RDS-TEX2HE option

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Service/RDS
Type: DB9 Female

1 GND
2 RS232 TX
3 RS232 RX
4 NC
5 GND
6 NC
7 NC
8 RDS CARRIER OUT
9 PILOT IN

9.3 \TLW-TEX-E-2HE option

Ethernet
Type: RJ45 Female

1 TX+
2 TX-
3 RX+
4 NC
5 NC
6 RX-
7 NC
8 NC

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9.4 \TLW-TEX2HE Option

RS232 Bus Modem

Type: DB9 Female Type: DB9 Female

1 NC 1 NC
2 TX_D 2 NC
3 RX_D 3 NC
Internally connected with NC
4 4
6
5 GND 5 GND
Internally connected with +12 V
6 6
4
Internally connected with NC
7 7
8
Internally connected with NC
8 8
7
9 NC 9 NC

Ethernet
Type: RJ45 Female

1 TX+
2 TX-
3 RX+
4 NC
5 NC
6 RX-
7 NC
8 NC

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9.5 Power UP/DOWN Option (only software)

The Power UP/DOWN option modifies the signal receive function for the signals
present at the telemetry connector.

RF section on / off control signals are treated as control signals for RF output
power level to allow for UP/DOWN setting.

The UP or DOWN command is provided by switching the corresponding signal at

the connector to ground for at least 500mS (pin features internal pull-up to power
supply).

Configuration of DB15F telemetry connector (Remote):

Pin Standard Function UP/DOWN Power Function
14 On cmd Up cmd
Enables the RF power supply Increases the RF power supply
15 Off cmd Down cmd
Disables the RF power supply Reduces the RF power supply

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