FC-2000 Paging Transmitter Controller
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Overview
Kantronics proudly introduces the latest addition to its legendary line of
paging infrastructure equipment -- the Kantronics FC-2000.
Golay, POCSAG encoding, and PURC™ tone compatibility provide the transition step
for providers looking for a future move from analog to digital systems. The FC-2000
offers ease of set-up and a variety of linking options for system flexibility.
Remarkable control of data flow ensures efficient use of valuable link and airtime.
System configuration and firmware upgrades are all easily accomplished from
the central site. The FC-2000 can be upgraded via firmware to the functionality of
the FC-2500 and beyond.
Combined with Kantronics known reliability, the FC-2000 was designed to
save you money and time, while increasing your revenue potential.
FC-2000 Features
Mix of Golay and POCSAG encoding
PURC™ control (optional) |
Hardware features designed to meet your needs today, and as your system grows. |
Superior GPS synchronized, protocol-sharing simulcasting |
| • | POCSAG, 512, 1200, 2400 |
| • | Compatible with PURC™ controlled systems |
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Bridges the gap between analog and digital controlled systems |
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| • | 1 MB of RAM supports > 15000 pages |
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Two exciter ports to maximize transmission capabilities |
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Remote upgrade to Flash |
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2 TNPP ports that support two-way transmission |
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Capable of longer cabling |
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FC-2000 Specifications
| Dimensions (H×W×D) | 0.8"×13"×4.5" (rack mountable) |
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| Weight | 26 oz |
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| Power Requirements | < 120 ma at 12 V dc |
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| Destination Table | 32 addresses |
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| Ram Buffer | 1 Megabyte |
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| Transmitter support | 2 with 1 channel OR 1 with 4 channels binary
addressing, OR 2 with 2 channels
Two ports (TTL, OR RS-232, open drain PTT) |
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| Busy Input | Pulldown, ground, 2 ports for channel sharing
& E&M signalling |
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| Data Transmit | TTL or RS-232 levels |
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| Serial port | 300 - 19,200 baud |
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| Format | Golay; POCSAG 512, 1200, 2400 |
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| Modes | TNPP receiver, POCSAG encoder, simulcasting (master or slave) |
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| Data Input format | TNPP (blind or full) |
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| TNPP ports | Two, RS-232: 1200 to 9600 baud, DB-9 |
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| Exciter ports | TTL or RS-232 data drive, PTT, 2 channel select lines, DB-15 |
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| GPS port | RS-422 interface: DB-9 |
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| Control/Console port | RS-232: command/programming port
DB-9: 300 to 38400 baud |
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| Auxiliary port | RS-232: reserved for future use |
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| Warranty | The FC-2000 is protected by a one-year limited warranty to the original owner |
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Specifications subject to change without notice or obligation.
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