BW Broadcast TX300 User manual

1 The TX V3 series ............................................................... 4
2 Warranty ......................................................................... 6
3 Safety ............................................................................ 7
4 Front and rear panels ................................................ 10
4.1 Front panel: .....................................................................................10
4.2 Rear panel:......................................................................................11
5 User Interface .................................................................. 12
5.1 The input interface.........................................................................12
5.1.1 Navigating the menu ...............................................................................13
5.1.2 Editing a parameter..................................................................................13
5.1.3 Text fields.....................................................................................................13
5.2 Display..............................................................................................14
5.2.1 Status box ...................................................................................................14
5.2.2 Menu Box ....................................................................................................15
5.2.3 Meters..........................................................................................................15
6 Installation ..................................................................... 16
6.1 Quick Start.......................................................................................16
6.2 Examples of use..............................................................................18
6.2.1 Transmitter with external RDS coder and internal audio processing18
6.2.2 Transmitter with external audio processor............................................19
6.2.3 Transmitter with an external audio processor and RDS (inline
connection).........................................................................................................20
6.2.4 Transmitter with an external audio processor and RDS (sidechain
connection).........................................................................................................21
7 Operation ...................................................................... 23
7.1 RF Setup........................................................................................23
7.1.1 Basic setup ................................................................................................23
7.1.2 Power Scheduler.......................................................................................23
7.2 Input/Output ...............................................................................24
7.3 MPX generator............................................................................26
7.3.1 MPX generator settings............................................................................26
7.4 RDS encoder ...............................................................................27
7.4.1 RDS settings ...............................................................................................27
7.5 Tuner module (optional) ...........................................................28
7.5.1 Tuner module menu.................................................................................28
7.6 Triggers..........................................................................................29
7.6.1 To set up a trigger: ....................................................................................30

7.7 Alarms ..............................................................................................31
7.7.1 To set up an alarm pin as alarm: ...........................................................31
7.7.2 To set up an alarm as an analog output: ............................................31
7.8 System...........................................................................................32
7.8.1 Real Time Clock .......................................................................................32
7.8.2 Unit Information .......................................................................................32
7.8.3 Screen Saver.............................................................................................32
7.8.4 Users...........................................................................................................32
7.8.5 Ethernet.....................................................................................................32
7.8.6 E-Mail.........................................................................................................33
7.8.7 HTTP ...........................................................................................................34
7.8.8 Telnet.........................................................................................................34
7.8.9 RS232 .........................................................................................................35
7.8.10 Log ...........................................................................................................35
7.8.11 Diagnostics ..............................................................................................36
7.8.12 About .......................................................................................................37
7.8.13 Reboot .....................................................................................................37
7.8.14 Factory Reset ..........................................................................................37
7.9 Web Remote ...............................................................................37
7.9.1 Authentication..........................................................................................37
7.9.2 Web Remote Interface ...........................................................................37
7.10 Text Based Access (Telnet or RS232)....................................39
7.10.1 Commands .............................................................................................39
8 Menu Tree ...................................................................... 41
9 Block Diagram ........................................................ 44
10 Technical Specification................................................... 46

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Congratulations on your purchase of the new BW Broadcast V3 transmitter!
The V3 solid-state transmitter family provides today’s broadcaster with a no-compromise,
cost-effective transmission platform with features previously only found in top of the line
products.
Incorporating field-proven technology, BW V3 transmitters deliver world-class
performance, reliability and quality.
This transmitter boasts the following features:
Built-in Graphical User Interface
Multiple program inputs including Digital Composite over AES192
VSWR protection
Digital Direct Synthesis exciter

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GPS and 10MHz synch inputs for SFN use
Powerful 4-band audio processor
Dynamic RDS
LDMOS-FET based power amplifier
Monitoring, logging and control systems with web, email, SNMP and RS232
connectivity
Translator-ready with optional DSP-based rebroadcast receiver
Please be sure to read this manual thoroughly before installation and use.

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Please ensure the Warranty Registration process is completed upon receipt of this product. To do so, go
to www.bwbroadcast.com/warranty with your product’s serial number to hand. BW Broadcast warrants
the mechanical and electronic components of this product to be free of defects in material and
workmanship for a period of two years* from the original date of purchase, in accordance with the
warranty regulations described below. If the product shows any defects within the specified warranty
period that are not due to normal wear and tear and/or improper handling by the user, BW Broadcast
shall, at its sole discretion, either repair or replace the product. If the warranty claim proves to be justified,
the product will be returned to the user freight prepaid. Warranty claims other than those indicated
above are expressly excluded.
Return authorisation number: To obtain warranty service, the buyer (or his authorized dealer) must
contact BW Broadcast during normal business hours BEFORE returning the product. All inquiries must be
accompanied by a description of the problem. BW Broadcast will then issue a return authorization
number. Subsequently, the product must be returned in its original shipping carton, together with the
return authorization number to the address indicated by BW Broadcast. Shipments without freight
prepaid will not be accepted.
Warranty regulations: Any product deemed eligible for repair or replacement by BW Broadcast under
the terms of this warranty will be repaired or replaced within 30 days of receipt of the product at BW
Broadcast. If the product needs to be modified or adapted in order to comply with applicable technical
or safety standards on a national or local level, in any country which is not the country for which the
product was originally developed and manufactured, this modification/- adaptation shall not be
considered a defect in materials or workmanship. The warranty does not cover any such
modification/adaptation, irrespective of whether it was carried out properly or not. Under the terms of
this warranty, BW Broadcast shall not be held responsible for any cost resulting from such a
modification/adaptation. Free inspections and maintenance/repair work are expressly excluded from
this warranty, in particular, if caused by improper handling of the product by the user. This also applies to
defects caused by normal wear and tear, in particular, of faders, potentiometers, keys/buttons and
similar parts. Damages/defects caused by the following conditions are not covered by this warranty:
Misuse, neglect or failure to operate the unit in compliance with the instructions given in BW Broadcast
user or service manuals. Connection or operation of the unit in any way that does not comply with the
technical or safety regulations applicable in the country where the product is used. Damages/defects
caused by force majeure or any other condition that is beyond the control of BW Broadcast. Any repair
or opening of the unit carried out by unauthorized personnel (user included) will void the warranty. If an
inspection of the product by BW Broadcast shows that the defect in question is not covered by the
warranty, the inspection costs are payable by the customer. Products that do not meet the terms of this
warranty will be repaired exclusively at the buyer’s expense. BW Broadcast will inform the buyer of any
such circumstance.
Warranty transferability: This warranty is extended exclusively to the original buyer (customer of retail
dealer) and is not transferable to anyone who may subsequently purchase this product. No other person
(retail dealer, etc.) shall be entitled to give any warranty promise on behalf of BW Broadcast.
Claims for damages: Failure of BW Broadcast to provide proper warranty service shall not entitle the
buyer to claim (consequential) damages. In no event shall the liability of BW Broadcast exceed the
invoiced value of the product.
Other warranty rights and national law: This warranty does not exclude or limit the buyer’s statutory rights
provided by national law, in particular, any such rights against the seller that arise from a legally effective
purchase contract. The warranty regulations mentioned herein are applicable unless they constitute an
infringement of national warranty law.
*Warranty period can be extended for an additional cost at point of purchase.

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MAINS VOLTAGE: the BW Broadcast products operate from an AC power source
between 110 and 240 V.
These power supplies use an IEC plug. The wiring format is:
Ground –GREEN or GREEN/YELLOW
Neutral –WHITE or BLUE
Live - BLACK or BROWN
SWITCHED MODE POWER SUPPLY HAZARD Please note that the power supply unit in this
equipment is of the switched mode variety and has lethal voltages present internally.
The switched mode supplies are universal input fully approved type. They are non-
serviceable modules and should be replaced if they fail.
FUSES Only use fuses with the specified voltage and current ratings as stated on the
back panel. Failure to do so may increase the risk of equipment failure, shock and fire
hazard.
TOXIC HAZARD This equipment may include R.F. components that may contain
Beryllium oxide which is a highly toxic substance that could be hazardous to health if
inhaled or ingested. Care should be taken when replacing or discarding such devices.
Seek expert advice from the manufacturer should you physically damage a device
that contains Berillyium Oxide.
OTHER SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS Do not operate this equipment in the presence of
flammable gases, fumes or liquids Do not expose this equipment to rain or water.
CE CONFORMANCE This device complies with the requirements
of the 1995/5/EC Radio and Telecommunications Terminal
Equipment (R&TTE). The equipment will meet or exceed the
following standards: EN 60215:1996 (Safety Requirements for
Radio Transmitting Equipment), EN301489-11 (ERM/EMC for Radio Equipment, Part 11
Specific Conditions for FM Transmitters), EN 302 018-2 ERM (Transmitting Equipment for
FM Radio Broadcasting service)
WEEE COMPLIANCE BW Broadcast Ltd is registered with Northern
Compliance PCS number WEE/P3438PR/ SCH and has been issued
with WEE/FA0268RX as its unique producer ID by the appropriate
environment agency. BW Broadcast fully comply with its explicit
responsibilities, subject to WEEE Collections Policy outlined in their
General Terms and Conditions of Sale, when it sells Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (EEE) to B2B customers in the UK and EU.

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This appliance has been designed and manufactured with high
quality materials and components that can be recycled and reused.
Electronic appliances are liable to contain parts that are necessary in order for the
system to work properly but which can become a health and environmental hazard
if they are not handled and disposed of in the proper way. Consequently, please do
not throw your inoperative appliance with the household waste. Having purchased
this appliance it is your responsibility to dispose of this equipment appropriately.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not remove the cover. No user
service- able parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this appliance
to rain or moisture.
DETAILED SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
All the safety and operation instructions should be read before the appliance is
operated.
Retain Instructions: The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future
reference.
Heed Warnings: All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should
be adhered to.
Follow instructions: All operation and user instructions should be followed.
Water and Moisture: The appliance should not be used near water (e.g. near a
bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming
pool etc.). The appliance should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and objects
filled with liquids should not be placed on the appliance.
Ventilation: The appliance should be situated so that its location or position does not
interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be situated
on a bed, sofa rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings, or
placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the
flow of air through the ventilation openings.
Heat: The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other appliance (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Power Source: The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type
de- scribed in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.
Grounding or Polarisation: Precautions should be taken so that the grounding or
polarisation means of an appliance is not defeated.
Power-Cord Protection: Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely
to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular
attention to cords and plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where they exit
from the appliance.

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Cleaning: The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the
manufacturer.
Non-use Periods: The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the
outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
Object and Liquid Entry: Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids
are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.
Damage Requiring Service: The appliance should be serviced by qualified service
personnel when:
The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged;
Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance;
The appliance has been exposed to rain;
The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked
change in performance;
The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
Servicing: The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that is
described in the Operating Instructions. All other servicing should be referred to
qualified service personnel.

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4.1 Front panel:
4.2 Rear panel:
1. OLED display –shows status and used for programming.
2. Menu navigation knob –turn to highlight and press to select options.
3. Push-buttons for menu navigation/selection, and RF and telemetry on/off.
Left buttons are illuminated to show status.
4. RF sample port –for connection to test equipment.
5. LED indicators to show status.
6. Removable front panel –provides access to washable air filter and hot-
swappable power supplies.
XLR Audio
connectors
1. Ground
2. Hot (+)
3. Cold (-)
I/O Parallel Connector
1. Ground
2. RF mute
3. Alarm C
4. Trigger 2
5. Trigger 4
6. Alarm A
7. Alarm B
8. Trigger 1
9. Trigger 3
7. RF output connector
8. External reference inputs –10MHz
and 1pps.
9. RS-232 serial interface
10. GPIO / parallel remote control
connector
11. Ethernet port
12. Analog Program audio inputs
13. Digital (AES-EBU) or digital mpx input
and output
14. Composite baseband (mpx) inputs
and outputs
15. AC power connector
16. Rx antenna connector (optional)