RF FAQ
The error codes are somewhat cryptic, but with the assistance of a BE RF Technical Services Engineer, we can assist you in finding the root cause. The codes...
Tue, 8 Oct, 2019 at 11:05 AM
iBiquity Digital has determined that the “short” P3 Interlever can impair the operation of several types of radio receivers and that Exciters should be oper...
Tue, 8 Oct, 2019 at 11:07 AM
Yes, it is mandatory that an AC Surge Suppressor be installed at the Service Entrance for AM and FM Transmitters to ensure that they are protected from Volt...
Tue, 8 Oct, 2019 at 10:05 AM
It is not recommended to clean the socket. The discoloration does not affect its operation. If you are getting a bad connection between the finger stock and...
Tue, 8 Oct, 2019 at 11:09 AM
The XPi 10 has lost the FXi Exciter MAC address and the FXi Exciter is at a remote location. I know the IP address of the FXi Exciter but I do not know the ...
Tue, 8 Oct, 2019 at 11:11 AM
On the power supply/control board, measure TP4 for -20VDC. IF TP4 is not -20VDC, then U6 LM337 Negative Voltage Regulator (part number 227-0337) on Power S...
Tue, 8 Oct, 2019 at 11:13 AM
Yellow to Yellow: 25.3VAC, Violet to Violet: 18.4VAC, Blue to Blue: 19.1VAC, Orange to Orange: 19.8VAC, Red to Red: 32.1VAC.
Tue, 8 Oct, 2019 at 10:07 AM
What are the typical AM “A” and “E” series TX secondary Low Voltage Transformer resistance readings?
Yellow to Yellow: 8.5 Ohms, Violet to Violet: 1.3 Ohm, Blue to Blue: 0.7 Ohm, Orange to Orange: 0.8 Ohm, Red to Red: 0.2 Ohm.
Tue, 8 Oct, 2019 at 10:10 AM
This occurs when the software is not communicating properly with the hardware in the unit. The main causes are that one of the plug-in cards is not seated p...
Tue, 8 Oct, 2019 at 11:38 AM
Turn off AC power to Transmitter and install the control board on an extender card; once completed, turn on the AC power to the transmitter. With a DC Voltm...
Thu, 26 Aug, 2021 at 1:33 PM