A quick-and-easy way to a useful RDS/RBDS presence
Scrolling-PS and Radio Text static messaging (up to 128 characters
LCD display
USB-programmable using the self-guiding Windows® software (included)
Encoder programming is easily confirmed on-site without a computer.
Rapid data transfer allows scrolling messages to be updated in seconds.
The 703 INOmini may be used with any stereo-generator and exciter.
Specifications:
RDS Applications Supported
PS (Program Service Name) At the user’s option, the PS entry may be either a static 8-character informal station ID (a ‘street name’ such as LIVE 105), or a scrolling station promo or advertising message up to 128 characters in length. PS entries are displayed on the faceplate of every RDS radio, and on most cell phones and MP3 players that have built-in FM radios. The display mode and scrolling rate of PS messages are user-programmable.
PI (Program Identification) Every RDS station is identified by a unique numerical code, its ‘digital address.’ North American ‘K’, ‘W’ and ‘C’ call signs are automatically converted to the proper PI code by 703 software. In other countries the PI code is assigned by the local Broadcasting Authority and is entered numerically.
AF (Alternative Frequencies) Enter as many as 25 frequencies of rebroadcast ‘translators’ or other sources of the very same program as the main channel. This helps RDS radios seek the best signal source for a particular listening location.
RT (RadioText) This 64-character block of plain text is separate from, and in addition to, the scrolling PS message. Generally used for additional information about the station, such as a Web address or telephone number, this text is accessed with the INFO or TEXT button on some radios.
M/S (Music/Speech Switch) A service flag that identifies the transmission as a mixed music program or a speech-only (news/talk) station.
DI (Decoder Information) Part of the RDS protocol identifying the transmission as stereophonic.
MPX Sample Input
An unbalanced, high-impedance-bridging input (BNC), requiring a composite/MPX sample or 19kHz sync signal from the stereo generator at a level between 0.5V and 5.0V p-p. The 703 does not incorporate an internal timebase to support monaural transmission.
RDS Output
An unbalanced 75-ohm source (BNC); the output level is adjustable between zero and 3V p-p.