Crestron Adagio® ATC-AMFMXMD
AM/FM and XM Satellite Radio Tuner Card
with Digital Output
Operations & Installation Guide
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Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 6605A Contents • i
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Crestron Adagio® ATC-AMFMXMD AM/FM/XM Tuner Card
AM/FM and XM Satellite Radio
Tuner Card with Digital Output:
®
Adagio
ATC-AMFMXMD
Introduction
The ATC-AMFMXMD tuner card is designed for use with the Crestron®
CEN-TRACK Tuner Rack multi tuner. On a single card, the ATC-AMFMXMD
provides one AM/FM tuner and one XM Satellite Radio tuner. Each tuner may be
operated independently and simultaneously.
In addition to its two analog audio output signals, the ATC-AMFMXMD also
supports digital output from the satellite radio tuner portion, making it ideal for use
with the CEN-TRACK. It can also be used with any Adagio
tuner card slots. Except where noted, references to Adagio systems will be used to
describe both Adagio systems featuring tuner card slots and the CEN-TRACK.
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system that features
Features and Functions
• AM/FM/XM tuner cardslides easily into place to become an integral
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 Adagio
Audio Expanders (AAE).
®
• Adagio
control the tuners with out-of-the-box functionality (Does not pertain
to CEN-TRACK).
• Full control of each tuner is available through the CEN-TRACK LCD
front panel, and from Crestron touchpanels.
• RBDS/RDS compatible.*
system front panels and other supported user interfaces
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* The Radio Broadcast Data System (RBDS), a North American standard, and Radio Data System
(RDS), a European standard, permit broadcasters to use a sub-carrier frequency to transmit inaudible
digital data along with their regular FM programming to receivers equipped to process the data. Refer
to “Appendix: RBDS/RDS Function Support” on page 13 for more information.
(1) F-type coaxial (F to SMB adapter
included); Indoor/outdoor 20 ft high-gain
antenna included; Impedance: 75 Ω
As of the date of manufacture, the ATC-AMFMXMD has been tested and found to
comply with specifications for CE marking and standards per EMC and
Radiocommunications 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.
This section contains hardware installation and setup instructions for the
ATC-AMFMXMD.
Required Tools/Hardware
1. Small flat bladed screwdriver
2. Grounding strap (encouraged)
Installation
CAUTION: The ATC-AMFMXMD and Adagio® systems contain electrostatic
discharge (ESD) sensitive devices. Crestron encourages you to wear a grounding
strap to avoid damaging the card and/or the host system.
When inserting a card into an Adagio system that features tuner card slots 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 connectors used by
tuner cards.
CAUTION: Be certain to insert tuner card before applying power to the Adagio
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. Does
not pertain to the CEN-TRACK.
Begin the card insertion procedure with these steps:
1. Disconnect power from the Adagio system.
2. Remove the slotted screws securing any cover plate that may be
fastened to the slot you intend to use then set the screws and the cover
plate aside.
3. Unpack the ATC-AMFMXMD card.
4. As shown in the photo on the next page, position the
ATC-AMFMXMD card so 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 system.
5. Push the ATC-AMFMXMD card into the slot until it stops at the rear
connector, and then push again until the ATC-AMFMXMD card snaps
into place.
6. Secure the card in place by tightening the two slotted screws by hand.
The screwdriver slots are provided for removal only.
7. Connect antenna(s).
8. Apply power to the Adagio system.
Regional Configuration
Once the tuner card is installed, users may change the AM/FM tuner configuration
for North American and European signal reception. For instructions on changing the
regional configurations refer to the latest revision of the Crestron CEN-TRACK
Operations Guide (Doc. 6646) or the operations guide for your particular Adagio
system that feature tuner card slots which can be obtained from the Crestron website
(http://www.crestron.com/manuals).
Hardware Hookup
Make the necessary connections as called out in the following illustration.
The supplied AM antenna is connected as shown in the following illustration.
AM Antenna Connection
SHIELD
(CONNECT TO: )
CONNECTOR END OF AM ANTENNA
Antenna Orientation
AM
FM
XM
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 important in rural areas,
some distance from FM radio signal sources. The FM wire antenna supplied with
your tuner should be stretched to its full length. Some reorientation may be necessary
if signals in your area are weak. Best results can usually be achieved if the length of
the antenna faces the metropolitan area from which the FM signals you wish to
receive originate. 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.
INSULATED CENTRAL
CONDUCTOR
(CONNECT TO: )
The following antennas are supplied with your AM/FM/XM tuner card:
NOTE: Using this tuner card in a system that goes beyond out-of-the-box
functionality requires programming. Since the ATC-AMFMXMD is inserted into an
Adagio system, refer to the latest version of the operations guide for your particular
Adagio system for details.
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 operations guide for your particular Adagio system
for details.
Firmware
Firmware files may be distributed from programmers to installers or from Crestron
to dealers. Firmware upgrades are available from the Crestron website as new
features are developed after product releases. For details on upgrading refer to the
Crestron Toolbox™ help file.
Check the Crestron website to find the latest firmware. (New users may be required
to register to obtain access to certain areas of the site, including the FTP site.)
Upgrade ATC-AMFMXMD firmware via Crestron Toolbox.
• 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-AMFMXMD.
• Select Functions | Firmware to upgrade the ATC-AMFMXMD
firmware.
Please refer to the latest version of the Crestron CEN-TRACK Operations Guide
(Doc. 6646) or the operations guide for your particular Adagio system for control of
the AM/FM/XMD tuner card.
The following table provides corrective action for possible trouble situations. If
further assistance is required, please contact a Crestron customer service
representative.
ATC-AMFMXMD Troubleshooting
TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION
Tuner muted. Mismatched slot. Place card in proper slot.
Station detuned or weak. Tune station; adjust antenna.
Receiving only XM
Channels 0 and 1.
Cannot access
tuner card controls
from Adagio
system front panel.
Noisy AM/FM
reception.
AM/FM scan does
not operate.
Antenna not connected
or not connected
properly.
Mute turned on.
Adagio system volume
is turned down.
The XM Tuner is not
activated.
Dusty contacts.
Improper antenna
connection.
Station signal strength
too weak.
Connect antenna according
to instructions.
Press the Mute button to
disengage muting.
Check Adagio system volume
setting.
Follow instructions on inside
cover of this manual.
Clean contacts with cotton
swab or clean cloth. Apply
Isopropyl alcohol as needed
for cleaning.
Verify proper antenna
connection.
Check antenna placement
and orientation for good
signal strength.
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.
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Future Updates
As Crestron improves functions, adds new features and extends the capabilities of
the ATC-AMFMXMD, 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.
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 using out-of-the-box functionality, the Adagio system will display the PTY,
PS, and RT features listed in the table below when receiving an FM signal containing
the information required to display these features.
RBDS/RDS 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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