SENSOR 1000W to 5000W Medium-Power Modular FM Transmitter

SENSOR FM Transmitters combine low energy consumption, exceptional reliability, and advanced connectivity. Their sound is warm and clear, thanks to a high-fidelity design with very low distortion, excellent stereo separation, and a high signal-to-noise ratio.

Composed SYNAPSE Exciter and CELL amplifier, SENSOR is DRM and IBOC ready.

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Main Key Features

Output Power from 3kW to 100kW
Modular Architecture
Double Drive option
Extreme Robustness and Reliability
Easy maintenance and low-cost ownership
Remote Access via HTML5 Web, TCP/IP, SNMP, Email, and Telegram
Unmatched Audio Fidelity and Versatile Audio Inputs
Exceptional efficiency and low power consumption
Minimal Impact on Output Power in Case of RF Amplifier Failure
Fully redundant RF amplifiers, power supplies and double exciter.

SENSOR FM transmitters range from 3kW to 5kW by combining 2 to 40 RF amplifiers. Its modular design simplifies maintenance by housing each component: Exciter, RF Amplifiers, Splitters, Combiner, Unbalanced Power Load, Control Logic, Rack and Breakers in separate cabinets.

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Highlights

High SNR (85 dB), stereo separation (65 dB), ultra-low distortion (0.01%)
Supports MPX, Stereo, AES/EBU, Mono, Dynamic RDS, IP streaming, USB/HD playback
Intelligent Soft Limiter: 75 kHz deviation without distortion
Smart Efficiency Algorithm: Dynamic DC voltage and bias control for optimal efficiency across frequencies and power levels
Weekly Power Derating Scheduler optimizes energy consumption by allowing multiple configurable power settings for each day.
COMPLIANT WITH ALL THE STANDARDs: ETSI – CCIR - FCC

AVAILABLE OPTIONS

A wide range of options is available, to reduce the need of any additional equipment:

High performances Stereo Encoder
Digital AES/EBU
Dynamic RDS Encoder with TMC Function
AOIP Audio Over IP
WEB TCP/IP and SNMP connectivity for remote Access
Japanese (JPN), Russian (OIRT) and more bands are also available
Parallel Remote Control Connector Interface
External clock: for PLL synchronization purpose 1-2-2.5-5-10 MHz external r eference oscillator with self selection of the incoming frequency.
Digital Composite 192kHz Input
OIRT & JPN VERSION

Plug-In Power Supply

The most reliable Power Supply of the market

WEB Remote Control

Remote access via TCP/IP through Web interface and SNMP v1/v2 sends real-time status and alarm notifications via email and Telegram.
Notifications are fully configurable for immediate alerts or periodic updates at defined intervals.

Weekly scheduler Power Derating

The output power can be programmed depending on the time needed for energy consumption optimization management.

Planar Design

Planar Design: Improves thermal management and layout compactness
Up to 88% RF and 79% total efficiency
Robust 50 V LDMOS, 6th gen planar tech, VSWR tolerance > 65:1

Example of block diagram of SENSOR 5kW FM Transmitter

Final test and Burn-In

An extended burn-in procedure is used to thoroughly test the transmitters over many hours of continuous operation, ensuring reliability and reducing the risk of faults caused by early component aging.

ADITIONAL FEATURES

Reliability and Robustness

Engineered for Durability: All components are over-dimensioned for harsh conditions.
Air Filter: Easy to clean or replace
Aluminium Body: Light and strong
Tropicalized PCBs and Wiring: Withstands extreme conditions
Over-Dimensioned Components: Heatsinks, fans, LDMOS, dummy loads, power supply
Integrated Protections: AC filtering, lightning, overvoltage spikes
Mechanical Design: Compact 2U rack, optimized airflow, efficient heat management, durable fasteners
Heavy-Duty Fasteners: 5mm screws for secure assembly and easy access
Optimized Cooling: Ducted airflow and dedicated heatsinks reduce thermal stress

N+1 and Backup Systems

Supports multiple standby configurations
No extra control unit needed
N+1 connector with 7 profiles
Relay outputs and opto-isolated inputs

Packaging and Transport Protection

High-quality packaging ensures resistance to shock, vibration, handling stress, and impact.
Optimized weight and size facilitate logistics and make handling easier for operators.

Integrated Protections

Hardware protection (nanosecond response)
Software derating (non-critical faults)
Over-temperature and cooling failure detection
Amplifier fault monitoring
AC over/under voltage protection
RF output open/short circuit detection
AC mains filtering
Lightning and surge protection
Delayed energization and surge protection on the AC input prevent electrical stress during power-up and voltage transients.