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Tuners
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FM/AM Stereo Radio Tuners Alpha 7 / Alpha 8
FM Section
FM tuning range (MHz) 87.5 to 108.0MHz
FM sensitivity (iHF/75ohms) typically 1.8uV
Ultimate signal/noise (CCIR) mono 75dB stereo 68dB
Pilot tone suppression 50dB
Alternate channel selectivity 60dB
Capture ratio 1.5dB
Total harmonic distortion mono 0.1%
(30% modulation, 1kHz) stereo 0.2%
AM Section
Turning range (AM-MW) 522 to 1611 kHz (AM-LW) 146 to 290 kHz
Usable sensitivity 20uV
IF rejection 40dB
S/N ration (30% mod. 50mV input) 45dB
Total harmonic distortion 0.5%
General
Output level (full modulation) 1Vrms
Output impedance 50ohms
Minimum recommended load 5kohms
Power consumption (maximum) 8VA
Size W/D/H 430x290x85
Weight, nett 3.0kg (Alpha 7) 3.1kg (Alpha 8)
Digital Radio Tuners Alpha 10
Tuning range Band III 174 - 240 MHz
. L Band 1452 - 1492
Sensitivity Better than -91dBm
Maximum input signal level 0dBm MPEG
Total demodulation capacity 1 x 256kbit/sec/audio sub-channel at protection level 3,
plus Fast Information Channel
Outputs
Analogue audio outputs 2.4V rms @ 0db FS
Output impedance 100 ohms nominal
Signal/noise ratio >90dB
Headphones output 8V rms maximum into 600
Mains voltage 230V/115V +/-12%
Power consumption 30W operational/5W standby
Dimensions W/D/H mm 430x310x100
Accessories provided Infra red remote control handset
Indoor band III wire aerial for use in areas of
sufficient signal strength
 
All specifications shown above are typical, unless otherwise stated. Please note that Arcam's policy is one of continuous improvement. We therefore reserve the right to change the material, dimensions, specifications or design of our products shown or referred to herein at any time and without prior notice. Illustrations used in our leaflets are intended as a guide only.
E&OE 9-98

*Arcam and Xeta are registered trademarks of A&R Cambridge Ltd. "Dolby", "Dolby Stereo", "Dolby Surround" and "Pro Logic" are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

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