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Overview

Designed specifically for use in Travelers Information Service (TIS) radio applications, HQ 5.0 Audio Filter meets and exceeds filtering standards for TIS Stations (FCC Rule Section 90.242, amended by the FCC in 2015). Subsequently, the HQ 5.0 Audio Filter was certified by the FCC on February 18, 2016, for exclusive use with the TR.6000 Transmitter from Information Station Specialists.
Technical Specifications*

  • Eliminates interference to adjacent channels via a sharp-cutoff, low-pass function. Exceeds requirements for adjacent-channel protection, even under adverse conditions.

  • Frequency response:  20 Hz to 5 kHz.

  • Attenuation:  greater than at 1 kHz by minimum of 83 log 10 (f/5) decibels. Above 20 kHz, attenuation greater than 50 db. “f” = frequency in kHz.

  • Input/output: Balanced. Screw terminals with shield through-connection.

  • Chassis:  Diecast aluminum/black textured.

  • Cover:  Diecast aluminum/black textured.

  • Flanged with four cover screws, four rack mounting slots. Moisture seal “O” gasket.

  • Power requirement:  Passive. No power supply required.

  • Size and weight:  1.75”H x 1.52”W x 4.78”L; 4.6 oz.
Quote

Bill Baker (phone 616.772.2300) can provide a formal quote.

*These specifications are subject to change without notice.
 
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Information Radio Station is a generic term synonymous with Travelers Information Station (TIS), Highway Advisory Radio (HAR) / Highway Information Systems & Low Power Radio Stations (LPR). Operation of the stations is governed by FCC Part 90.242 Rules. A FCC license is required. Information Radio Stations may be fixed or portable. Subcomponents may include transmitter, antenna and ground system, digital voice player, wattmeter, cabinet with conventional or Corbin locks, lightning arrestors for RF, power and telephone lines, coaxial cable. Most stations employ black maximized antennas to discourage ice accumulation and security measures to prevent unauthorized program access. Options include synchronization, battery backup, solar power, remote programming by local, network or telco, multi-station audio distribution via RF or LAN / WAN or wireless network.