USB Scrolling RDS Encoder Module
NEW VERSION 2
A truly plug-and-play low cost RDS encoder for FM transmitter projects, either professional or amateur. Simply provide a 12V supply and a PC and you can be broadcasting with the latest scrolling RDS in minutes, all programmable with a USB connection. After programming your RDS data, use it in standalone mode, then to re-program just plug back in to the USB.
The Engima RDS encoder V2 has the following superb features:
- Version 2 features improved audio quality and a Mini USB connector.
- Audio pass-through (simply connect in-line with your transmitters audio input).
- Non volatile memory when used in standalone mode.
- Full featured RDS encoder supporting PI, PS, PTY, TP, AF, TA, DI, M/S, Radiotext, UDG (2).
- Scrolling RDS up to 80 characters (4 modes) & Radiotext up to 64 characters.
- Pilot lock to stereo encoder.
- External TA (traffic program flag) trigger via on-board jumper.
- Simple USB installation and programming via PC software.
- Compact, high quality PCB with on-board USB and audio connections.
- Available without audio connections (by request), to connect inside your exsisting transmitter.
Technical Specifications
- Power supply required 12-16V DC regulated @50mA.
- Max. audio input level 2V RMS, (2.8V pk-pk), unbalanced.
- RDS level, adjustable 0-10% (0-200mV RMS).
- On-board jumpers/ connectors for TA flag, Pilot lock and Pilot lock input.
- RDS signal conforms to professional CENELEC standard.
- Dimensions 75 x 50 x 15mm (PCB), 75 x 60 x 15mm (with connectors), weight 30g.