Burk ARC-16 Broadcast Facility Control System ARC-16 on eBay (end time 04-Dec-09 09:42:09 GMT)


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This listing refers to the Burk ARC-16 model.

Burk ARC-16 Broadcast Facility Control System

Configuration options for stand-alone, full-time and multi-site remote control and monitoring

Overview

Offering sixteen channels each of metering, status and command, and expandable to sixty-four channels per system, the ARC-16 meets broadcast facility control needs in a wide range of environments.

The user-friendly front panel makes setup, monitoring and control easy. AutoLoad software is included for PC-based setup and configuration archival. For automatic facility control with time-based and event-driven routines, AutoPilot software provides a full-featured solution for an unlimited number of ARC-16 sites.

Features:

Exclusive site-to-site control allows any site to control all other connected sites.
Exclusive SIO option allows control of studio equipment from transmitter or telephone.
Link up to 4 units providing a maximum of 64 channels each of metering, status, and command.
Monitor via LAN/WAN or Internet using optional Web Interface.
Programmable alarm delay and command duration for each channel.
Setup and program your unit from the front panel or with your computer using the included AutoLoad software.
Channel calibration from the front panel – no calculations required.
Automatic control and monitoring with optional AutoPilot® software.

Specifications

Dimensions:
Height:	3.5" (8.89 cm) – 2 RU
Width:	19" (48.26 cm)
Depth:	11" (27.94 cm)

Operating Temperature:
0° C to 50° C

Metering Inputs:
16 inputs +/-4.5VDC maximum referenced to ground

Status Inputs:
16 inputs 0-28VDC or switch closure

Command Outputs:
32 open collector outputs (16 raise, 16 lower) maximum 250mA, 28V; 10 amp maximum with optional IP-8 interface panel. Configurable command duration from .22 to 28 seconds per channel.*

Failsafe & Alarm Outputs:
Open collector fail-safe output activates 90 seconds after detection of studio to transmitter link failure. Configurable alarm delay from 0 to 126 seconds per channel.*

Front Panel Controls:
Front panel selection of mode, maintenance override, channel increment, channel decrement, on/raise, off/lower, alarm clear.

Calibration:
Each channel is calibrated using the raise and lower keys to adjust the reading of the sample to the proper display value. The speed of the change in value is proportional, permitting ±1 digit adjustment or rapid gross changes.

Communications Link:
Modem boards are installed for the class of service requested. A 2-wire modem is used for audio over a leased line or twisted pair. The Universal Modem provides independent path for send and receive, each configurable for audio, RS-232 or sub-carrier frequencies.

Modem Characteristics:
Wire Modem:	600 ohms balanced, -9dBm nominal out, -30dBm min. in
Universal Modem:	2000 ohms unbalanced, 1.5V p-p out, .25V p-p min. in

Modulation:
FSK:	1070Hz and 1270Hz transmitter to studio, 2025Hz and 2225Hz studio to transmitter.
Subcarrier Frequencies:	Frequencies of 39, 67, 92, 110, 152, and 185 KHz.

Data Rate:
300 bps full duplex with error detection.

Display:
32 character (16 x 2) LCD alphanumeric display, 16 LED status indicators, 3 mode indicators.

A/D Converter:
12-bit dual slope integration with auto-zero and inherent RF and 60Hz rejection.

Measurement Accuracy:
Better than 0.1% for 4V input; Better than 0.5% at min. 0.25V input.

Memory Retention:
Non-volatile memory for storage of calibration constants, setup information, and user defined labels for ten years without power.

External Connections:
DB-37P for analog and status inputs, DB-37S for control outputs, BNC connectors for use with radio modem, barrier strip for use with wire modem, IEC power cord for AC power.

Power Requirements:
117 VAC nominal, 50/60Hz; 30W. 220 VAC available

This listing does not include VAT. VAT will be added where applicable for sales within the European Union.

Postage and packaging

Item location: Croydon, United Kingdom

Dispatches to: Worldwide

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Postage and packaging	To	Service	Estimated delivery*
£14.47	United Kingdom	Other Courier	Varies Seller dispatches within 4 day after receiving cleared payment.

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Domestic dispatch time

Will usually dispatch within 4 working days of receiving cleared payment.

Return policy

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