Tunes PAL CATV and off-air frequencies, storing up to 125 Channel Presets in memory
Features intelligent auto-tuning of TV frequencies, with the ability to save channel presets that include the frequency and TV Standard
Outputs S-Video signal for improved image quality for monitors, large-screen displays and video projectors, employing adaptive comb and anti-aliasing filtering, as well as cross-color and cross-luminance reduction
Delivers balanced/unbalanced A2/NICAM Stereo audio with programmable volume levels, as well as Mono and Dual A/B audio options
Switches between tuner and composite stereo AV inputs, outputs simultaneous composite and S-Video NTSC video
Tunes PAL CATV and off-air frequencies, storing up to 125 Channel Presets in memory
Features intelligent auto-tuning of TV frequencies, with the ability to save channel presets that include the frequency and TV Standard
Outputs S-Video signal for improved image quality for monitors, large-screen displays and video projectors, employing adaptive comb and anti-aliasing filtering, as well as cross-color and cross-luminance reduction
Delivers balanced/unbalanced A2/NICAM Stereo audio with programmable volume levels, as well as Mono and Dual A/B audio options
Switches between tuner and composite stereo AV inputs, outputs simultaneous composite and S-Video NTSC video
Stores programmable tuning ring in memory to control channel access
Operates using one of several control pathways: Full bi-directional RS-232 control and status feedback
PC control using free .NET Tuner Helper software (great for saving tuner channels and setup information
Front-panel programming options for tuning, RS-232 and operation setup
Optional IC-RC IR wireless remote, discrete IR and wired IR
Contact closure channel up/down
Displays Line 22 closed-captioning and on-screen text channel names, interactive menus, and system feedback
Restores all operation status after loss of power from data stored in nonvolatile memory
Inserts blue screen video image when unit senses loss of video level
Works with free Tuner Helper control panel/setup software, operates over RS-232 or Ethernet with IP-232 Interface
Updates firmware using easy-to-use S12 Flash software
Mounts in 19" rack with optional RK1 or RK2 kit for dual side-by-side installation
Accepts IR In input for wired IR control or an external IR sensor.
AMX InConcert and Crestron i2P software modules available
Now RoHS certified
Spec Sheet available - Yes
Front Panel:
•RS-232 LEDs: Yellow LEDs light when RS-232 data is transmitted (TX) or received (RX) •Mute A/V: Mutes audio and video •Mute LED: Red LED lights when A/V is muted (blanks video) •Volume: Up and down buttons raise and lower volume or front-panel programming mode •Channel: Up and down buttons select channels from stored tuning ring •IR LED: Red LED lights when receiving IR data from internal IR sensor, wired IR, or external IR sensor •Display: Red LED 3 digit, 7 segment LED display for channels and modes
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Rear Panel:
•Power In: 2.1mm coaxial jack (inside center conductor positive), 400 mA maximum, 11.5 to 16.5 VDC, 12 VDC typical (may be unregulated) •RS-232 Control: DB-9 male connector, User selectable 300 to 9600 (default) baud, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit, •Employs standard ASCII strings from any terminal program, PC, or control system •Contact Closures: 2 momentary closure inputs in RS-232 connection- Channel Up (Pin 4), Down (Pin 9), GND (Pin 5) •IR In: 3.5 mm stereo input for external IR sensor or wired IR (no carrier), Discrete codes available for power, TV channel and external AV selection •GND: Grounding lug •Antenna/Cable: 'F', female, 75 ohm impedance •Video Input: RCA female •Audio Inputs: 2 RCA female stereo unbalanced, 20K ohms impedance •Maximum Level: +8dBu, (2V RMS), Reference: 0 dBu = .775 V RMS •Video Output: RCA composite output, 1V p-p at 75 ohm impedance •S-Video Output: Mini DIN 4-pin, Y - 1V p-p at 75 ohms, C - 0.286 V p-p at 75 ohms (PAL only) •Audio Outputs: 5-Pin captive screw terminal, stereo, 200 ohm balanced/100 ohm unbalanced impedance •Selectable for A2/NICAM stereo, mono and dual modes •Stereo Response: Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): 0.6% maximum, 0.3% typical, 30Hz to 14KHz, Channel Separation: 40dB minimum, 45dB typical •Mono Response: Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.5%, 0.1% typical, 20Hz to 20KHz •Audio Level: +4 dBu (1.2V RMS) balanced, 0 dBu (.8V RMS) unbalanced, typical at max volume, +11.5 dBu (2.9V RMS) balanced, +8 dBu (2V RMS) unbalanced peak max output •Volume Control: 0 to -62 dB and mute in 64 steps
RF Tuner:
•Channels: Up to 125 Channel Presets in non-volatile memory •Frequency Range: 48 to 863 MHz, 50 KHz fine tune resolution •PAL:PAL B/G/H A2 and NICAM, D/K A2 and NICAM, I NICAM •SECAM: SECAM B/G A2, D/K, A2 and NICAM audio •SECAM L: No closed captioning, on-screen text or blue screen, or S-Video •Maximum Input: +20dBmV max, +10dBmV nominal •Video Gain: ±5% maximum, 2% typical •Video Phase: ±3 degrees maximum, 2 degrees typical
A graduate of DeVry Institute of Technology, Doug has been in the Technology industry since 1976 and actively oversees Fearing’s daily operations. Along with his wife, Lois, and three others, Doug started Fearing’s in a 600 square-foot facility in Portage, Wisconsin. In the 25 years since, the company has grown to over 30 employees with offices in Madison and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Doug likes to say he’s a “TV Technician with a dream� going back to his history with the family’s original business-Fearing’s TV and Appliance.
Doug values time with family, watersports, hiking, snowshoeing and skiing. In addition to being a devoted member of his church, Doug serves as Board President for Kinship Mentoring of Columbia County, Board member of Schools for Haiti and Scripture Chair of the Gideons-Portage camp.
Lois Fearing- Co-Founder/Accounting, Human Resources
A graduate of MATC, Lois oversees Fearing’s daily book keeping along with various HR responsibilities.
Along with Doug, Lois is deeply connected to community outreach, serving as a Board member and Fundraising Committee Chairperson for Kinship Mentoring of Columbia County. She also serves on the Schools for Haiti Fundraising committee. In addition, Lois’ ongoing passion and commitment to provide care for the elderly comes from her 10-year history of working in a Reedsburg, Wisconsin Nursing home.
Lois enjoys singing, hiking, sunny days on the pontoon, and spending time with her 4 grandchildren.
Ehren Tresner-VP of Technology and Innovation
Ehren drives Fearing’s technology by continually seeking out trends to enhance capabilities while supporting Sales, Engineering and Installation teams. Throughout his years with Fearing’s, Ehren’s talent and vision have joined forces to create a wide variety of projects and strategic solutions that exceed expectation.
Ehren loves music, family time, movies, nature, sustainability efforts and electric vehicles.
Ben Voeck-Director of Commercial AV
With 10 years with Fearing’s and over twice that long in the industry, Ben continues to lead, coordinate, and develop the Commercial AV team.
By consistently delivering an outstanding experience and outcome, Ben contributes to the Fearing’s legacy of long-lasting partnerships that truly make a difference. Whatever the Commercial AV need may be, Ben and team deliver at the highest level.
Ben is an avid fisherman and photographer. He enjoys coaching his sons and other youth.
Chris Matson-Senior VP of Sales
Chris has been with Fearing’s for 20 years and in the industry for over 2 decades. As a Certified leader in Sales Acceleration and trained in EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating Systems), Chris successfully utilizes his skills to lead the Fearing’s Salesforce. Chris and team are motivated and driven to develop new client partnerships while continuing to reinforce loyal long-term relationships with ongoing Service excellence.
Married for 19 years with 3 children, Chris enjoys skiing, hiking, fishing, boating, hunting, camping and golf. He’s also been actively involved as a Youth Football and Softball coach for his family and others.