The Inovonics AARON 655 FM/HD Radio™ Rebroadcast Receiver is a state-of-the-art device designed to deliver exceptional performance and functionality in FM and HD Radio™ rebroadcasting applications. Here’s a breakdown of its key features and specifications:
Features:
- Receiver Performance:
- Utilizes a sensitive FM/HD Radio™ SDR-based receiver.
- Returns to programmed frequency and reception mode following a power interruption.
- Input Sources:
- Accepts FM and HD1-8 program sources for rebroadcast.
- Supports analog, AES-digital, and streaming program inputs with fallback-priority selection.
- Outputs:
- Provides FM-stereo-multiplex (MPX) output.
- Offers analog and AES digital program line outputs.
- Supports output streaming.
- Audio Processing:
- Parametric equalizer for continuous control over the audio signal’s frequency content.
- Three bands of dynamic compression and selectable crossovers.
- Audio processing features gated and ‘windowed’ AGC, a unique ‘syllabic’ leveler, and independent HF limiting.
- RDS Encoder:
- Includes an onboard RDS encoder that can pass or regenerate incoming RDS.
- Can reformat HD Radio™ ‘PAD’ data for RDS retransmission.
- Remote Control:
- IP connectivity with a Web-browser interface allows total remote control of the unit from any Web-enabled device.
- Supports SNMP for remote monitoring and control.
- BandScanner™:
- Built-in spectrum analyzer utility sweeps the entire FM band and presents a graphic display of all received signals, including HD Radio™ transmissions.
Specifications:
- Receiver Performance:
- Tuning Range: 87.5MHz – 107.9MHz in 100kHz steps.
- Sensitivity/Noise Performance: 5dBμV for 50dB unweighted, monaural analog-FM SNR.
- Off-Air Frequency Response:
- Analog-FM: ±0.5dB, 20Hz – 15kHz.
- HD Radio™: 20Hz – 20kHz (per certification spec.).
- Input & Output:
- Antenna Input: 50Ω (N).
- Composite/MPX Output: 75Ω (BNC), 1V p-p – 6V p-p for ±75kHz FM carrier deviation.
- Program Line Inputs/Outputs: Analog and AES digital options available.
- IP Streaming: Accepts Icecast/SHOUTcast MP3, Ogg, and AAC streams.
- Audio Processing:
- Compression: Three bands of r.m.s. and peak compression with selectable crossover frequencies.
- RDS Encoder:
- Fields Supported: PI, PTY, PS, RT, M/S, TP, DI, CT, AF.
- Miscellaneous:
- Power Requirement: 88VAC – 264VAC, 48Hz – 63Hz; 12 watts.
- Size and Weight: H: 1¾”/44mm, W: 19”/483mm, D: 9½”/240mm (1U); 9lb/4kg (net), 12lbs/5.4kg (shipping).
- Environmental: Continuous operation at ambient temperatures between 32ºF/0ºC and 122ºF/50ºC; 0-95% relative humidity, non-condensing, altitudes to 10,000ft/3,048m.
Overall, the Inovonics AARON 655 is a highly capable FM/HD Radio™ rebroadcast receiver with advanced features and robust performance suitable for demanding broadcast environments.
