TX Digicast VLP-DR1 User Manual

User Manual

Very Low Power

DAB/DMB Repeater

VLP-DR1

IMPORTANT!

Do not misconstrue any Information as our recommendation to use any product,
process, or equipment in conflict with any regulatory authority or patent. NO
REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OF
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR OF ANY OTHER
NATURE ARE MADE WITH RESPECT TO ANY PRODUCT.

Ensure compliance with all applicable safety requirements when installing or using
this equipment, and operate in accordance with local laws governing the use of radio
transmission equipment.

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Index

Safety Warnings 3

Introduction 4

Features 4

Installation Instructions 5

Operation 8

Troubleshooting 9

Specifications 11

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1. Safety Warnings

IMPORTANT!

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not remove the cover, or any screws. NO user
serviceable parts inside; refer servicing to qualified personnel.

To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

To reduce the risk of fire, always replace fuses with the same type and rating.

These instructions should be read in full before the Very Low Power DAB/DMB Repeater is
operated. The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. All
warnings on the products, and in the operating instructions, should be adhered to. All
operation and user instructions should be followed. The equipment should not be used near
water.

It should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper
ventilation. And placed on, or fixed to, a flat surface away from heat sources.

The Very Low Power DAB/DMB Repeater should be connected to a power supply only of the
type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the unit. Precautions should be
taken so that the grounding or polarisation means of any appliance is not defeated. Power
supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords and plugs and the point
where they exit from the Very Low Power DAB/DMB Repeater. The unit should be cleaned
only as recommended by the manufacturer. The power cord of the Very Low Power
DAB/DMB Repeater should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period
of time. Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the
enclosure through openings.

The Very Low Power DAB/DMB Repeater should be serviced by qualified service personnel
when: - The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or - Objects have fallen, or
liquid has been spilled into it; or - The product has been exposed to rain; or - The Very Low
Power DAB/DMB Repeater does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked
change in performance; or has been dropped, or damaged.

The user should not attempt to servicing beyond that which is described in the Operating
Instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel. There are
no user serviceable parts inside any part of the Very Low Power DAB/DMB Repeater.
Opening the product could interfere with the correct functioning of the electronic parts. Such
damage is not covered by any warranty.

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2. Introduction

As the consumer demand for DAB and DMB digital radio sets accelerates, there is a need
for effective demonstration of these radios in typical retail environments, especially in regard
to advanced features such as data services, EPG, advanced PAD features and so on. Often,
sales floors are less than ideal for these demonstrations due to the nature of the building
construction and their location.

An inexpensive repeater system has been designed to allow a very low power DAB signal to
be relayed to the immediate area of the retail store that wishes to demonstrate the features
of portable DAB and DMB.

The power level used is approximately one thousand times lower than a typical cellular
phone.

Average system installation should take a similar time to a typical satellite dish installation
and requires a similar level of competence.

3. Features

 Automatic gain stabilisation

 Bandpass filters prevent re-transmission of unwanted input signals

 Highly linear variable gain amplifier (30-50dB typical)

 BNC Output connector

 Supplied with AC Adaptor for indoor use

 Integral Helical Coil ("Rubber Duck") type transmitting antenna or external antenna

options

 Easy to install