EXCITERS

FM Exciter 87.5 -108 MHz range

mono/stereo
30 W 60 W 100 W
90 dB signal/noise
60 dB stereo separation
Transparency and Clearness with CD-quality FM
W ith its PTX LCD exciters, RVR has broken the barrier between CD
sound quality and FM sound quality.
Tests comparing the audio performance of a
CD-Player/PTXLCD/Tuner combination and the CD-Player itself have
demonstrated the “TRANSPARENCY” which can be achieved with
PTXLCD exciters.
The response from various groups of listeners in sound trials was
always the same:
NO DISCERNIBLE DIFFERENCE.
TRDSP option for PTXLCD exciters
Analogue-Digital Inputs and Advanced FeaturesOnly for PTX-LCD exciters

• Support of S/PDIF, AES/EBU (from 32 to 96 KHz of sampling

frequencies) and EIAJ CP340/1201 data formats
• Acquisition of Digital and Analogue signals
• High performance thanks to DSP technology
• Integrated Digital Coder Stereo
• Integrated RDS coder; standard EBU service (PI, PS, PTY TP, TA,
AF, M/S, PIN, RT, EON, TDC, IH)
• Two bands audio processor
• Main parameters easily selectable via software by means the
graphic interface of the PTX LCD
These specifications are subject to change without notice.
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 EXCITERS
Main features
• State-of-the-art sound quality.
• CD-FM quality barrier broken.
• Signal/noise ratio: 90 dB.
• Stereo separation: over 60 dB.
• On-air under any VSWR conditions
thanks to
FOLD-BACK control of both Direct and
Reflected Power.
• All the exciter’s Settings and Working
Parameters can be remote controlled by
means of RS232C, RS485 and I2C

B
interfaces.
• Intelligent Automatic Modulation Level
Control (IAMLC) keeps the average
modulation level constant, with input
signal fluctuation of -13 to +14 dbm. y means of these connectors, the PTX LCD modulator also becomes an acquisition
and control unit, able to handle different kinds of external equipment such as
• Acquisition of Analogue and Digital
signals, together with Relay Outputs, for

amplifiers, changeover systems, coaxial relays, etc.

the Monitoring and Control of other
equipment such as RF Power Amplifier.

Furthermore, a modulator can be networked with other modulators, making the PTX
• Balanced Audio Inputs with high CMRR
levels equipped with RF Filters and

LCD particularly suitable for the monitoring and control of complex systems with N
Protection Circuits all housed in a metal
box.

transmitters plus back-ups (N+1).

• SMD Technology circuits for optimum
Signal Routing.
• “Clipper” overmodulation limiter circuit.

• Statistical readings with Modulation and
Overmodulation Graphs.
• Possibility to upgrade your PTXLCD
through AUDINP-DIG option, that give
you the support for S/PDIF, AES/EBU,
IEC958 and EIAJ CP340/1201 data
formats.
• Possibility to upgrade your PTXLCD
through TRDSP option, that give you the
support for S/PDIF, AES/EBU, IEC958
and EIAJ CP340/1201 data formats,
integrated digital coder stereo, integrated
digital coder stereo and DSP technology.
Remote connector
Two signal input sockets for the control of
“fold back” output power are present on
this connector: Direct and Reflected Power
Signal.
By adjusting the RFL trimmer, the Reflected
Power Threshold level (Reflected Fold-
Back) can be regulated: the modulator
supplies the maximum possible Direct
This function is especially useful when the
system includes tube amplifiers which are
subject to output power variations in the
event of fluctuations in main voltage.
The remote connector also has 6 analogue
input sockets and 2 relay output terminals.
These signals are used to read measures
and to perform the on/off functions of the

Telemetry connector
8 analogue input sockets, 2 relay output
terminals and a I2C interface constitute the
telemetry connector, with data displayed
either on the LCD or on a PC monitor.
Power so that the Reflected Power never
exceeds the pre-set level. In this way, the
transmission signal continues to be present,
albeit more weakly, even in the event of
very high VSWR levels (a typical example
being ice on the antenna system).
RF Power Amplifier.
There is also a I2C line for data transfer
with other equipment (RVR’s TLC300,
SCM4, TLC2000, etc.).

RS232 connector
By adjusting the FWD trimmer, the Direct
Power Threshold level (Forward Fold-Back)
can be regulated: the modulator stabilises
Useful for connecting the modulator to the the Forward Output Power, within 1dB, in
station’s personal computer or, via modem, AGC.
to that of a Technical Assistance Centre.
The numerical value of signals received is
processed by RVR Supervisory Software,
with which it is possible to configure in
the type and form of the data to be
displayed.

Personal Computer Link-up

By linking the modulator up to a PC (either directly or by means
of a telephonic/radio modem), using the RVR Supervisory
Software it is possible to Adjust and Read all the modulator
settings. The System Manager can choose the range of settings to
be accessed by users. For each setting, different properties such
as visible-yes/no, modifiable-yes/no, name, maximum level, unit
of measurement, etc., can be adjusted, furthermore, this enables
the System Manager to customise the settings for external
telemetry. A telephone directory with name, number and
automatic dialling of all stations makes it possible to set up a
control and Supervisory System for a specific geographical area.
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 On the PTX LCD’s front panel, by means of a user-friendly graphic interface,
are displayed all the modulator’s diagnostic and control capabilities. The
settings which can be monitored and adjusted are as follows:
Main menu
EXCITERS

•Setting of Frequency, Output Power and Audio Levels.

Display of Vu-meter (with peak-hold), Reflected Power and Modulation
Graphs. From this menu, by selecting ADMIN, the user can move on to
the menus described below.

RF Amplifier/Power Supply menu •Display of RF amplifier

operational power supply characteristics, power supply voltage, VCO
voltage, RF power amplifier temperature, etc.

External Power/External Status menu •Display of Direct and

Reflected RF power, Alarms, operating Voltages and Currents of the
RF Power Amplifier.

Telemetry menu •Display of Telemetry Board readings, setting of

Output Relays.

SCA/RDS menu •Display of the three SCA/RDS subcarrier levels,

independently of audio modulation, thus enabling “on air” level
readings.

General set menu •Display of communication settings, node number

in the case of networking and Baud-rate. Display of “jumper” operating
mode settings.

Audio set/board set menu •On/off settings for the following

functions: channels, clipper, input impedance, pre-emphasis, etc.

IAMLC menu •Intelligent Automatic Modulation Level Control settings.

This system keeps the signal modulation constant even in the presence
of significant variations in the input signal level (from -13 to +14dbm).
By intervening in the final stage of transmission, by means of the digital
input attenuator, it is possible to correct variations caused at other stages
These specifications are subject to change without notice.
of the transmission chain (studio, STL, etc.).

Hardware Highlights
The audio inputs are equipped with RF filters and protection
circuits all housed in a metal box. Connections between
the box and the audio input board are by means of through-
pass capacitors, thus ensuring that RF or other kinds of
interference on cables are discharged onto the modulator’s
casing.
The total shielding of audio signal and RF circuits guarantees
the quality of the radio-electric characteristics
(S/N, Spurious, etc.) as well as full electromagnetic
compatibility with other equipment.
The highly linear, low-noise and compact VCO is housed
in a high-mass metal casing, thus reducing susceptibility to
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 Technical
specifications
MONO and STEREO
Rated output power PTX30LCD:
Rated output power PTX60LCD:
Rated output power PTX100LCD:
R.F output connector:
R.F output impedance:
Frequency range:
Frequency programmability:
Frequency stability:
Modulation type:
Spurious & Harmonic suppression:
Modulation capability:
Asynchronous AM S/N ratio:
Synchronous AM S/N ratio:
Transient intermodulation distortion: less than 0.1% (typical 0.05%)
AC power requirement:
Power consumption PTX30LCD:
Power consumption PTX60LCD:
Power consumption PTX100LCD: approx 300VA from AC
Panel size:
Overall depth:
Weight PTX30LCD:
Weight PTX60LCD:
Weight PTX100LCD:
Ambient temperature range:
Preemphasis:
AUDIO INPUTS
Left/Mono-Right/Stereo input :
Left/Mono-Right/Stereo connector: "XLR" female
MPX input:
MPX connector:
Input Impedance:
Input Level:
MONAURAL OPERATION
FM S/N ratio:
Audio frequency response:
Total harmonic distortion:
Intermodulation distortion:
COMPOSITE OPERATION
Composite FM S/N ratio:
with
Composite amplitude response:
Composite total harmonic distortion: less than 0.02%
Composite intermodulation distortion:0.03% or less measured with a 1KHz
at 100%
Stereo separation:
STEREO OPERATION
Stereo FM S/N ratio:
Your official RVR distributor:
These specifications are subject to change without notice.
Audio amplitude response: ±0.5 dB, from 20 Hz to 15 KHz
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0-30 W continuously variable (A.L.C.) Total harmonic distorsion: 0.03% or less
0-60 W continuously variable (A.L.C.) Intemodulation distorsion: 0.03% or less, measured with a 1 KHz
0-100 W continuously variable (A.L.C.) and a 1.3 KHz tones, 1:1 ratio, at
"N" type 100% modulation
50 Ohm Stereo separation: > 50 dB (60 dB typical)
87.5 MHz to 108 MHz SCA INPUTS
SCA input: 3 unbalanced
direct from front panel
SCA connector: "BNC" type
±1ppm from -10°C to 50°C
SCA input impedance: 10Kohm
direct carrier frequency modulation
SCA input levels: +10 to -20dBm adjustable
±0.2dB, from 40KHz to 100KHz
meets or exceeds all FCC and
CCIR requirements SCA amplitude response:
meets or exceeds all FCC and CCIR Crosstalk 67KHz SCA
requirements (typical 240khz MPX to main or to stereo channel: 65 dB
or Mono 210 KHz Stereo) Crosstalk 92KHz SCA
>70 dB below reference carrier with to main or to stereo channel: 70 dB
100% amplitude modulation at 400Hz. OUTPUT SIGNALS
no de-emphasis no FM modulation Monitor MPX: 0dBm at 75KHz, minimum load 600Ohm
<50 dB or better below reference carrier 19KHz Pilot tone: 1Vpp, minimum load 4K7
with 100% amplitude modulation at R.F. output impedance: 50Ohm
400Hz. Without de-emphasis,
FM modulation = +75KHz at 400Hz R.F. Test: -30dB, 50Ohm impedance
REMOTE SIGNAL
measured with a 3.18KHz square Remote Connector: "DB15 female" type
wave and a 15KHz sine wave Adjustable external AGC FWD & RFL power
at 100% modulation 6 analog/digital inputs
110-130V, 50-60%
1 Inhibit power interlock, BNC type connector
198-250V, 50-60% 2 relay outputs
1 I2C serial interface
approx 120VA from AC SERIAL INTERFACE
approx 200VA from AC Serial Interface: RS232, DTE/DCE selectable
Serial Interface: RS485 (Optional), DTE/DCE selectable
483mm (19") W x 88 mm (3 1/2") H Serial Connector: "DB9 female" type
(2 standard rack spaces high) TELEMETRY INTERFACE (Optional)
344 mm (26 1/2") Telemetry signal: 8 Analog/Digital Input
13Kg 2 Digital Ouputs
1 I2C serial interface
15.5Kg
Telemetry Connector: "DB25 female" type
OPTIONS
15.5Kg
-10°C to 50°C /03 External 24V battery
0 /08 Telemetry interface
25 microsec. /AUDINP-DIG Digital audio Input (AES-EBU balanced,
50 microsec. (CCIR) TOS-LINK and S/PDIF)
99/5/CE
75 microsec. (FCC) /TRDSP Digital audio Input, DSP, RDS built-in
balanced or unbalanced
unbalanced TRDSP
BNC Analogue Audio Input
10Kohm or 600Ohm front panel Conversion: 24bit
selectable Connector: XLR electronically balanced
Revision: 03/2003
Impedance: 600/10K� – software selectable
from +14 to -13dBm, 1dB step front Input level: Software adjustable
panel selectable, internal continuously Maximum Input Level: 6/18/30 dBu
selectable Digital Audio Input
Connector: XLR Balanced + optical toslink
PTX30LCD Data Formats: AES/EBU –S/PDIF – EIAJ-340
> 83dB (90 dB typical) below + 75KHz Sampling frequencies: from 32 to 96 KHz
deviation at 400Hz measured in a Digital Audio Output
20Hz to 20KHz bandwidth with Connector: PIN – RCA Unbalanced
50 microsec. de-emphasis (RMS) Data format: S/PDIF
PTX60LCD and PTX100LCD Sampling frequencies: 96 KHz
> 79dB below + 75KHz deviation at MPX Output
400Hz measured in a 20Hz to 20KHz D/A convert: 24 bit
bandwidth with 50 microsec. Pilot tone: 19 KHz ±0,5 Hz
de-emphasis (RMS) Pilot level: Adjustable
±0.5dB, from 20Hz to 15Khz Pilot phase: Adjustable
Attenuation: with 38 KHz carrier suppressed min. -
less than 0.02% 90 dB
0.02% or less, measured with a 1KHz MPX output level: Adjustable
and a 1.3KHz tones, 1:1 ratio, at 100% Stereo separation: 65 dB from 30 HZ to 15 KHz
modulation Noise Output: MPX -90 dBu
Preemphasys: 50/75 microsec.
PTX30LCD Preemphasys: linearity from 30 Hz to 15 KHz ±0,01
83dB (90 dB typical) below +75KHz dB
Low pass filter: 15 KHz ripple from 30 HZ to 15 KHz
±0,01 dB
deviation at 400Hz measured in a
20Hz to 200KHz bandwidth
Low pass filter: attenuation 19 KHz -90 dB
50 microsec. de-emphasis (RMS) Clipper: Left and Right channels
Clipper: MPX composite
PTX60LCD and PTX100LCD AGC: Left and Right channels
RDS
> 79dB below +75KHz
deviation at 400Hz measured in
a20Hz to 200KHz bandwidth with Specification: Cenelec 50067 (PI: Program Identification, PS:
50 microsec. de-emphasis (RMS) Program Service, PTY: Program Type, TP: Traffic
Program Identification, TA: Traffic
±0.1dB from 20Hz to 53KHz Announcement, AF: Alternative Frequencies,
±0.5dB from 53KHz to 100KHz M/S: Music/Speech, PIN: Program Item Number,
RT: Radio Text, EON: Enhanced Other
Networks, TDC: Transparent Data Channel, IH:
In-house Application)
and a 1.3KHz tones, 1:1 ratio, Sub-carrier frequencies: 57 KHz ±1,5 Hz
modulation Synchronization: Internal or external
> 50dB (60dB typical) Elaboration
A/D conversion: 24 bit
PTX30LCD/S D/A conversion: 24 bit
> 83 below (90 dB typical) +75 KHz DSP elaboration: 32 bit
deviation at 400 Hz measured in a 20 Hz
to 200 KHz bandwidth with
50 microsec.
AUDINP-DIG
De-enphasis (RMS)
General Specifications
PTX60LCD/S and PTX100LCD/S
> 79 below +75 KHz
deviation at 400 Hz measured in D/A converter: 24 bit
a20 Hz to 200 KHz bandwidth with Sampling Frequency: From 32 to 96 Khz
50 microsec. 2 Regulations audio level normalize to the level set for analog input.
De-enphasis (RMS) External switch to select the balanced or unbalanced/optic input
Digital Inputs
1 Unbalanced for coaxial cable with PIN/RCA connector (SPDIF)
1 Input for optical fibre TOSLINK
1 Balanced with XLR female connector (AES/EBU)
Emergency Input
Connector: JACK 3.5
Connected to ground force the selection of analog input
Data formats
S/PDIF, AES/EBU, IEC958 and EIAJ CP340/1201
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