Crestron ATC-AMFMXM User Manual

Crestron Adagio™ATC-AMFMXM
AM/FM/XM Tuner Card
Operations & Installation Guide

This document was prepared and written by the Technical Documentation department at:

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Crestron Adagio™ ATC-AMFMXM AM/FM/XM Tuner Card

Contents

AM/FM/XM Tuner Card: Adagio ATC-AMFMXM 1

Introduction ...............................................................................................................................1

Features and Functions................................................................................................1

Specifications ..............................................................................................................2

Physical Description....................................................................................................2

Industry Compliance ...................................................................................................4

Setup..........................................................................................................................................5

Installation...................................................................................................................5

Regional Configuration...............................................................................................6

Hardware Hookup .......................................................................................................7

Antenna Orientation....................................................................................................7

Uploading and Upgrading..........................................................................................................9

Establishing Communication.......................................................................................9

Firmware .....................................................................................................................9

Operation.................................................................................................................................10

Problem Solving......................................................................................................................11

Troubleshooting.........................................................................................................11

Reference Documents................................................................................................11

Further Inquiries........................................................................................................11

Future Updates ..........................................................................................................12

Appendix: RDS/RBDS Function Support ...............................................................................13

Return and Warranty Policies..................................................................................................15

Merchandise Returns / Repair Service ......................................................................15

CRESTRON Limited Warranty.................................................................................15

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AM/FM/XM Tuner Card: Adagio
ATC-AMFMXM

Introduction

Features and Functions

• AM/FM/XM Tuner Card slides easily into place to become an integral

*The Radio Data System (RDS), a European standard, and Radio Broadcast Data System (RBDS), a

North American standard, permit broadcasters to use a sub-carr ier frequency to transmit inaudible digital

data along with their regular FM programming to receivers equipped to process the data. Refer to

“Appendix: RDS/RBDS Function Support” on page 13 for more information.

part of its control system.

• Independent AM/FM and XM Satellite Radio tuners on a single plug-in
card.

• Tuners are ready for routing to additional rooms on attached Adag io
Audio Expanders (AAE).

• AES front panel and other supported user interfaces control the tuners
with out-of-the-box functionality.

• RDS/RBDS compatible.*

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Specifications

Specifications for the ATC-AMFMXM are listed in the following table.

ATC-AMFMXM Specifications

SPECIFICATION DETAILS

Power Requirements

FM Tuner:

Freq Range 87.50-108 MHz
Step Frequency 50 KHz/ 100 KHz
Intermediate Freq 10.7 MHz
Sensitivity: Usable sensitivity Mono 11dBf
S/N Ratio @ 65 dBf mono/stereo 64dB/60dB
IF Rejection 100dB
Am Rejection 55dB
Stereo separation 40 dB
Audio Output Level @ 1 KHz 1V

AM Tuner:

Freq Range 530-1710 KHz
Sensitivity 3.5 µV (RF input level 10dB S+N/N)
Selectivity 10KHz
Up/Dn Freq Increments 10 KHz/9 KHz
European Up/Dn Freq Increments 9 KHz
Alternate Channel Selectivity 55dB
Image Rejection 35dB
IF Rejection 60dB
Audio Output level @ 1 kHz 1V

XM Tuner:

Audio Out Unbalanced stereo output on

XM Antenna Single SMB connector for use with

Operating Environment

24 VDC provided from backplane, at
200 mA max. (estimated 5.0 Watts).

RMS

RMS

backplane connector.
Maximum voltage output 2V

standard home XM antennas
32º to 140ºF (0º to 60º C)

10% to 90% RH (non-condensing)

RMS

Physical Description

This section provides information on the connections, controls, and indicators
available on your ATC-AMFMXM.

ATC-AMFMXM Physical View (Head On)

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ATC-AMFMXM Physical View (Angled)

Conversion Connector Coax (RG6)/F Type (Antenna) to IEC Type Connector (Tuner)

ATC-AMFMXM Overall Dimensions

4.91in

(12.46cm)

1.38 in

(3.51 cm)

6.62 in

(16.81 cm)

6.19 in

(15.71 cm)

1

2 3 4

5

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Connectors, Controls and Indicators

# CONNECTORS,

DESCRIPTION

CONTROLS, &

INDICATORS

AM external antenna

1

connection

AM external antenna

2

connection (left) and
ground connection (right)

AM antenna (left) and

3

ground (right) jacks

4 FM antenna connector

5 XM Ante nna connector Use supplied XM antenna.

Future optional external antenna
connection. RJ-45. Optional 50-foot
extension available.

Jack connector for looping the external
connection into the AM antenna connector.

Use supplied AM antenna by connecting
the shield of the antenna wire to the
connector's ground input and connect the
inner conductor of the antenna wire to the
connector's signal input.

Use outdoor or supplied FM antenna. Use
supplied conversion connector to connect
between coax (RG6) or F type connectors
and the IEC type connector on your tuner.

Industry Compliance

As of the date of manufacture, the ATC-AMFMXM has been test ed and fou n d to
comply with specifications for CE marking and standards per EMC and Radio
communications Compliance Labeling.

NOTE: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected.

 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Setup

This section contains hardware installation and setup instructions for the
ATC-AMFMXM.

Required Tools/Hardware

1. Small flat bladed screwdriver

2. Grounding strap (encouraged)

Installation

CAUTION: The ATC-AMFMXM and the Adagio Entertainment System contain
electro-static discharge (ESD) sensitive devices. Crestron encourages that you wear a
grounding strap to avoid damaging the card and/or the host system.

When inserting a card into the Adagio Entertainment System you may need to move
other source connections if designated connectors are occupied by other sources. For
programming purposes, slots and source connections are matched according to the
following table:

Slot 1 Slot 2 Slot 3
Source
Connections

1&2 3&4 Refer to

note below.

CAUTION: Do not connect external sources to SOURCES con necto rs use d by tuner
cards.

CAUTION: Be certain to insert tuner card before applying power to the Adagio
Entertainment System.

NOTE: If the user intends to use the out-of-the-box functionality, do not to use
Slot 3 for tuner cards; otherwise, Slot 3 uses source connections 5 and 6.

Begin the card insertion procedure with these steps:

1. Disconnect power from the Adagio Entertainment System.

2. Remove the slotted screws securing any cover plate that may be

covering the slot you intend to use then set the screws and the cover
plate aside.

3. Unpack the ATC-AMFMXM card.

4. As shown after this step, position the ATC-AMFMXM card so that the

print on the faceplate is right side up and the side rails of the card slide
into the plastic slots mounted on left and right inside walls of the
Adagio Entertainment System.

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ATC-AMFMXM Installation

5. Push the ATC-AMFMXM card into the slot until it stops at the rear

connector, and then push again until the ATC-AMFMXM card snaps
into place.

6. Secure the card in place by tightening the two slotted screws with a

screwdriver.

7. Connect antenna(s).

8. Apply AES power.

Regional Configuration

Once the tuner card is installed, users may change tuner configuration for North
American and European signal reception. Hold down the Source and Room buttons
on the front panel of the AES for 10 seconds to open Installer Tools. Several choices
are available from Installer Tools for configuring the AES:

• Select Tuner Format

• Configure Network

• Set Number of Rooms

The following procedure will configure your tuner for North American or European
signal reception.

1. Using the Selection Knob, choose Select Tuner Format and press the

Enter button.

2. A Select Tuner Format screen appears with choices for North America

and Europe. Using the Selection Knob, select your region and press the
Enter button.

3. Press Menu to exit the Installer Tools menu.

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Hardware Hookup

Make the necessary connections as called out in the illustration that follows this
paragraph.

Hardware Connections for the ATC-AMFMXM

AM ANT:

CONNECT THE

EXT. ANT IN

EXT. ANT OUT

SUPPLIED AM

ANTENNA

FM ANT:

CONNECT

OUTDOOR OR

SUPPLIED

FM ANTENNA

XM ANT: CONNECT

SUPPLIED XM

ANTENNA

Antenna Orientation

Once your antennas have been connected, it may be necessary to orient the AM loop
antenna so that the flat surface of the loop antenna faces the metropolitan area
originating the broadcast signals. This is particularly necessary when signals are
weak. If you are not aware of the source or directions of the signals to which you
will listen, simply rotate the loop antenna in clear space for maximum signal
strength. The supplied antenna has a folding stand that allows you to place the
antenna on a flat surface.

The recommended FM antenna is an outdoor type, commonly available in
electronics stores. Use of the supplied indoor FM antenna is recommended only if
you cannot use an outdoor antenna. Outdoor antennas are particularly needed in rural
areas, some distance from FM radio signal sources. The FM antenna supplied with
your tuner is a T-type, and it should be stretched horizontally in space that is as clear
as possible. Some reorientation may be necessary if signals in your area are weak.
Best results usually can be achieved if the length of the antenna faces the
metropolitan area originating the FM signals that you wish to receive. The supplied
antenna has a fitting at its end that will enable you to fasten it in place.

For XM operation, your antenna should be oriented toward the southern sky, where
the satellite is located. If the antenna is placed outdoors, it should be in an area where
there are no obstacles within 20 to 60 degrees of elevation facing the southern sky.
The antenna should be placed on a flat surface that is parallel to the ground. If the
antenna is placed where obstacles such as buildings or trees are in the path to the
satellite, the antenna may not receive radio waves from the satellite. Certain areas
provide satellite radio ground repeaters that retransmit satellite radio signals.
Extension cables are available from your dealer or from Crestron.

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The following antennas are supplied with your AM/FM/XM Tuner Card:

AM Loop Antenna FM T-Type Antenna

XM Antenna

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Uploading and Upgrading

NOTE: Using this tuner card in a system that goes beyond out-of-the-box
functionality requires programming. Since the ATC-AMFMXM is inserted into the
AES, refer to the latest version of the AES Operations Guide (Doc. 6456) for details.
This document is available from the Crestron website
(http://www.crestron.com/manuals).

Crestron recommends using the latest programming software and that each device
contains the latest firmware to take advantage of the most recently released features.
However, before attempting to upload or upgrade, it is necessary to establish
communication.

Establishing Communication

Consult the latest version of the AES Operations Guide (Doc. 6456) for details.

Firmware

• Display the network device tree (Tools | Network Device Tree) to

show all network devices connected to the control system. Right-click
on the ATC-AMFMXM to display actions that can be performed on the
ATC-AMFMXM.

• Select Functions | Firmware to upgrade the ATC-AMFMXM

firmware.

Network Tree Accessed by Crestron Toolbox

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Operation

This section provides a description of the available AM, FM and XM tuner control
functions.

In order to access functions of the AM/FM/XM Tuner card, it is necessary to become
familiar with basic AES controls affecting tuner operation.

These are buttons and controls you should know how to use:

• Selection Knob • Source Button

• Enter Button • Menu Button

• Room Buttons • Volume Knob

• Soft Buttons • Mute Button

Please refer to the latest version of the AES Operation Guide for detailed information
on Source mode control of the AM/FM/XM Tuner.

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Problem Solving

Troubleshooting

The following table provides corrective action for possible trouble situations. If
further assistance is required, please contact a Crestron customer service
representative.

ATC-AMFMXM Troubleshooting

TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION

Tuner muted. Mismatched slot. Place card in proper slot.

Station detuned or weak. Tune station; adjust antenna.

Cannot access
tuner card.

Tuner produces
noise.

Scan does not
operate.

Receiving only XM
Channels 0 and 1.

Antenna not connected
or not connected
properly.

Mute turned on. Press the Mute button.

Dusty contacts.

Improperly connected
antenna.

Station signal strength
too weak.

The XM Tuner is not
activated.

Connect antenna according
to instructions.

Clean contacts with swab or
clean rag. Apply Ethylic
Alcohol as needed.

Connect antenna according
to instructions.

Check antenna placement for
good signal strength.

Follow instruction on inside
cover of this manual.

Reference Documents

The latest version of all documents mentioned within the guide can be obtained from
the Crestron website (http://www.crestron.com/manuals). This link will provide a list
of product manuals arranged in alphabetical order by model number.

List of Related Reference Documents

DOCUMENT TITLE

AES Entertainment System

Further Inquiries

If you cannot locate specific information or have questions after reviewing this
guide, please take advantage of Crestron's award winning customer service team by
calling the Crestron corporate headquarters at 1-888-CRESTRON [1-888-273-7876].
For assistance in your local time zone, refer to the Crestron website
(http://www.crestron.com/) for a listing of Crestron worldwide offices.

You can also log onto the online help section of the Crestron website to ask
questions about Crestron products. First-time users will need to establish a user
account to fully benefit from all available features.

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Future Updates

As Crestron improves functions, adds new features, and extends the capabilities of
the ATC-AMFMXM, additional information may be made available as manual
updates. These updates are solely electronic and serve as intermediary supplements
prior to the release of a complete technical documentation revision.

Check the Crestron website periodically for manual update availability and its
relevance. Updates are identified as an “Addendum” in the Download column.

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Appendix: RDS/RBDS Function Support

Many radio stations transmit additional information, such as traffic information,
radio text, real time clock etc., with their regular FM programming. The FM tuner
contains circuitry that retrieves this information.

The US format for such information is called the Radio Broadcast Data System
(RBDS), and in Europe this format is called the Radio Data System (RDS). There are
some differences between the US and European standards.

The tables in this appendix describe information included in the standard.
When this feature becomes available and it is accessed by the user, the Display

button will bring to the screen the various tables containing this data.

RDS/RBDS Supported Feature Overview

FEATURES DESCRIPTION

Program type name
(PTY)

Program service
name (PS)

Program type
additional Info
(PTYN)

Radio text display
support (RT)

Universal real time
clock (UTC)

Traffic information
report (TA/TP)

Station search by
TA, TP or TA&TP
traffic information
types

Station search by
PTY

There are 31 program types such as jazz, classic etc.
Each station that supports RDS will report its program
type. (Refer to program type list following this table.)

The station reports its service name such as WIRL, KTU
etc.

The station sometimes will report additional information
about its program type. For example, a program type
“Sport” station may report a PTYN of “Football”.

The station will report radio text information such as
phone numbers, artist, song, stations name, etc., in this
field. This field could be either 32 or 64 characters.

Some stations transmit the universal time clock year,
month, day, hour, minute, and GMT offset.

The stations that support the traffic information.

The FM Tuner can search for stations, which either
broadcast or know about other stations that transmit the
traffic information.

TA = This station has information about other station
which carries the traffic announcements.

TP = This station broadcasts traffic announcements, but
none is being broadcasted right now.

TA&TP = This station is currently broadcasting the traffic
announcements.

The FM Tuner is able to search for station with specified
program type.

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RDS/RBDS Program Types

PTY

CODE

0 No program type or undefined No program type or undefined
1 News News
2 Current Affair Information
3 Information Sports
4 Sports Talk
5 Education Rock
6 Drama Classic Rock
7 Culture Adult Hits
8 Science Soft Rock
9 Varied Top 40
10 Pop Music Country
11 Rock Music Oldies
12 M.O.R Music Soft
13 Light classical Nostalgia
14 Serious Classic Jazz
15 Other Music Classical
16 Weather Rhythm and Blues
17 Finance Soft Rhythm and Blues
18 Children’s Program Language
19 Social Affairs Religious Music

RDS PROGRAM TYPE

(EUROPE)

RBDS PROGRAM TYPE (US)

20 Religion Religious Talk
21 Phone In Personality
22 Travel Public
23 Leisure College
24 Jazz Music Unassigned
25 Country Music Unassigned
26 National Music Unassigned
27 Oldies Music Unassigned
28 Folk Music Unassigned
29 Documentary Weather
30 Alarm Test Emergency Text
31 Alarm Emergency

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Return and Warranty Policies

Merchandise Returns / Repair Service

1. No merchandise may be returned for credit, exchange, or service without prior authorization
from CRESTRON. To obtain warranty service for CRESTRON products, contact an
authorized CRESTRON dealer. Only authorized CRESTRON dealers may contact the factory
and request an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) number. Enclose a note specifying
the nature of the problem, name and phone number of contact person, RMA number, and
return address.

2. Products may be returned for credit, exchange, or service with a CRESTRON Return
Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Authorized returns must be shipped freight
prepaid to CRESTRON, 6 Volvo Drive, Rockleigh, N.J. or its authorized subsidiaries, with
RMA number clearly marked on the outside of all cartons. Shipments arriving freight collect
or without an RMA number shall be subject to refusal. CRESTRON reserves the right in its
sole and absolute discretion to charge a 15% restocking fee, plus shipping costs, on any
products returned with an RMA.

3. Return freight charges following repair of items under warranty shall be paid by CRESTRON,
shipping by standard ground carrier. In the event repairs are found to be non-warranty, return
freight costs shall be paid by the purchaser.

CRESTRON Limited Warranty

CRESTRON ELECTRONICS, Inc. warrants its products to be free from manufacturing defects in mat erials
and workmanship under normal use for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase from
CRESTRON, with the following exceptions: disk drives and any other moving or rotating mechanical
parts, pan/tilt heads and power supplies are covered for a period of one (1) year; touchscreen display and
overlay components are covered for 90 days; batteries and incandescent lamps are not covered.

This warranty extends to products purchased directly from CRESTRON or an authorized CRESTRON
dealer. Purchasers should inquire of the dealer regarding the nature and extent of the dealer's warranty, if
any.

CRESTRON shall not be liable to honor the terms of this warranty if the product has been used in any
application other than that for which it was intended, or if it has been subjected to misuse, accidental
damage, modification, or improper installation procedures. Furthermore, this warranty does not cover any
product that has had the serial number altered, defaced, or removed.

This warranty shall be the sole and exclusive remedy to the original purchaser. In no event shall
CRESTRON be liable for incidental or consequential damages of any kind (property or economic damages
inclusive) arising from the sale or use of this equipment. CRESTRON is not liable for any claim made by a
third party or made by the purchaser for a third party.

CRESTRON shall, at its option, repair or replace any product found defective, without charge for parts or
labor. Repaired or replaced equipment and parts supplied under this warranty shall be covered only by the
unexpired portion of the warranty.

Except as expressly set forth in this warranty, CRESTRON makes no other warranties, expressed or
implied, nor authorizes any other party to offer any warranty, includ ing any implied warranties of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Any implied warranties that may be imposed by law are
limited to the terms of this limited warranty. This warranty statement supersedes all previous warranties.

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