PULSE+ TU-101 User manual

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AM / FM Tuner + RDS
Model: TU-101
www.pulse-audio.co.uk

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Safety Information
The lightning bolt
within a triangle is
intended to alert the
user to the presence
of dangerous voltage
levels within the
product’s enclosure.
This voltage may be of
sufficient magnitude to
constitute an electric
shock risk.
To reduce the risk of
electric shock, do not
remove cover of this
device. There are no user
serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing only to
qualified service
personnel.
The exclamation point
within a triangle is intended
to alert the user to
important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the
appliance.
Safety Precautions
Read and retain these instructions.
Follow all instructions and heed warnings.
Do not use this device near water or in high humidity areas.
If the surface becomes dirty, clean only with dry cloth, do not use solvents or
thinners.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
devices that produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounded plug. The BS1363A 13A mains
plug has two blades and a third ground prong. The wide blade or third prong is
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being stressed at the plugs, main socket outlet, and
where they exit the tuner.
Only use accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Unplug the device during lightning storms or when unused for an extended time.
Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
This device must not be exposed to water in any way. No object filled with liquids
should be placed on apparatus.
Keep unit away from other tuners & TVs as this may cause undesirable interference
to these devices.
For installation, mount unit securely in a 19” rack, or on a solid flat surface.

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Pulse 1U 19” AM/FM Tuner with RDS
The PULSE TU-101 is a fully featured, 19” rack mounting professional AM/FM tuner.
Designed to provide high quality, reliable performance for all applications including
schools, community centres, retail shops and industrial installations.
This unit includes a host of features, along with an impressive list of specifications, which
are detailed over the next pages. Please take the time to read this document completely
prior to installation of this product. Should you have questions regarding installation or
operation of this unit, please contact your Pulse Retailer or Pulse Technical Support.
Features
AM & FM Radio Tuner with RDS
Auto/manual tuning
40 Preset memory (10 AM, 30 FM)
LCD screen
Radio station display
Automatic radio controlled time & date
Outputs: 2x Balanced XLR (L+R)
IR remote control (requires 2xAAA batteries)
1U 19” Rack mountable with removable rack ears
Included Accessories
Instruction manual
IR remote control
AM Loop antenna
UK power cable
Rack ears

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Connections & Controls
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1. Power Switch: Power on/off switch for tuner.
2. Memory Presets: Quick access to stored AM/FM radio stations (1-10).
3. Display: 2 Row, 32 character LCD display
4. Remote Sensor: Infrared sensor for remote control.
5. Down / Up: Press to decrease / increase the receiving frequency.
(By increments of:- AM: 0.09KHz - FM: 0.05MHz)
6. Band: Changes tuner between AM and FM modes.
7. Direct: This function allow you to select a specific radio frequency directly.
8. Sleep: This button allows a sleep timer to be set
9. ME-Down/Up: Toggles through the stored radio stations.
10. Memory: Used to manually set a memory pre-set.
11. ASM: Auto Search and Memory function.
12. MO/ST: Press this button to change the tuner between Mono and Stereo modes.
(Stereo mode will only be available if the signal is of sufficient strength)
13. AM Input: Spring terminals for supplied AM loop antenna. (For weak signal areas
it is advised for an external aerial to be connected)
14. FM Input: 75ΩFM coaxial antenna input. (For weak signal areas it is advised for
an external aerial to be connected)
15. XLR Outputs: Balanced audio signal outputs (left and right), for connecting to
mixer or amplifier.
16.Power Input: IEC socket for supplied power lead.
17.IR Remote: Full function IR remote control.
18.Removable Rack Ears: Allows unit to be mounted into a 19” rack or removed
for stacking.
Extra buttons on remote control:
RDS : Change RDS functions : PS – PTY – RT - CT
+10/-- : Used to advance through the memory pre-sets by +10.
Mute : Press to mute the audio output, press again to resume audio.
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Functions & Settings
Change Between AM & FM Modes:
1. To change receiving mode from AM to FM, simply press the BAND button.
Tuning In AM Mode:
Auto Tune & Storing.
1. To carry out Auto tuning in AM mode press the BAND button so the display
shows the tuner is in AM mode.
2. Press and Hold the ASM button for 2 seconds. The auto-scan function will search
and store all available AM radio stations in the memory presets.
3. Any previously stored AM stations will be replaced when using this mode.
Note: If no stations are stored then the signal is too weak, either reposition the
Loop antenna and try again or use an external antenna.
Manual Tuning.
1. To carry out Manual tuning in AM mode press the BAND button so the display
shows the tuner is in AM mode.
2. Press either the UP or DOWN buttons to change the AM frequency by 9KHz steps
to the desired frequency, or Hold the UP or DOWN buttons for 2 seconds to skip
to the next available radio station.
Direct Tuning.
1. To carry out Direct tuning in AM mode press the BAND button so the display
shows the tuner is in AM mode.
2. Press the DIRECT button (---- will be displayed), use the number keys (1-10/0)
to select the desired frequency then press the DIRECT button again. (Note: If
the frequency selected is outside the tuners range then ERROR will be displayed).
Tuning In FM Mode:
Auto Tune & Storing.
1. To carry out Auto tuning in FM mode press the BAND button so the display
shows the tuner is in FM mode.
2. Press and Hold the ASM button for 2 seconds. The auto-scan function will
search and store all available FM radio stations in the memory presets.
3. Any previously stored FM stations will be replaced when using this mode.
Note: If no stations are stored then the signal is too weak, either reposition the
Loop antenna and try again or use an external antenna.

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Manual Tuning.
1. To carry out Manual tuning in FM mode press the BAND button so the display
shows the tuner is in FM mode.
2. Press either the UP or DOWN buttons to change the FM frequency by
0.05MHz steps to the desired frequency, or Hold the UP or DOWN buttons for
2 seconds to skip to the next available radio station.
Direct Tuning.
1. To carry out Direct tuning in FM mode press the BAND button so the display
shows the tuner is in FM mode.
2. Press the DIRECT button (---.-- will be displayed), use the number keys (1-10/0)
to select the desired frequency then press the DIRECT button again.
(Note: If the frequency selected is outside the tuners range then ERROR will be
displayed).
Storing A Memory Pre-Set Manually:
1. Tune into desired AM or FM radio station frequency.
2. Press the MEMORY button , a memory preset channel will now be flashing
(CH01) on the LCD screen.
3. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to select the required Pre-Set location, then press
MEMORY button again to finalise the selection.
(Note: If the process is left for 5 seconds without finalising, the station will not be
stored in the memory location and the process will need to be restarted)
Selecting A Memory Pre-Set:
1. For memory pre-sets in locations 1-10 you can use the number keys to go
directly to you stored radio station.
2. Or you can use the ME-UP or ME-DOWN buttons to skip through each memory
location.
3. For FM mode only, you can skip by 10 memory locations by using the +10/--
button on the remote control.

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Setting a Sleep Timer:
1. Press the SLEEP button, this button allows a sleep timer to be set.
2. Select from one of the pre-set sleep times.
90min, 80min, 70min, 60min, 50min, 40min, 30min, 20min, 10min
3. Once the desired sleep time is selected the display will show how many minutes
are left until the tuner automatically goes into sleep mode.
4. To exit sleep mode press the SLEEP button until no time is displayed.
Extra Remote Control Functions
RDS Modes:
1. The RDS button on the remote allows you to display the following data feeds on
the LCD if available.
2. PS – Programme Service (Station identity name).
PTY – Programme Type (Genre style of programme. News, Drama, Rock, Varied).
RT – Radio Text (Static or scrolling programme text).
CT – Clock Time.
MUTE:
1. The MUTE button can be used to turn off the audio output signal from the tuner
to the connected mixer or amplifier.
2. Press the MUTE button to turn off the audio signal (MUTE will be displayed).
3. Press the MUTE button again to resume the audio signal to the connected mixer
or amplifier.
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Technical Information
AM Input: Spring terminals for Loop antenna
FM Input: Coaxial for 75 Ohm Unbalanced antenna
Outputs: 2x Balanced XLR (L+R)
Power supply: 230V AC
Power consumption: 50VA
Dimensions (WxHxD): 430x44x185mm (excl. rack ears)
Weight: 2.32kg
AM‐ElectricalPerformance
ParameterValueUnit
AMTuningRange522‐1620KHz
AMStepFreq.9KHz
Sensitivity52uVemf
FM‐ElectricalPerformance
ParameterValueUnit
FMTuningRange87.5‐108MHz
FMStepFreq.0.05MHz
Sensitivity10uVemf
AudioStereoSeparation35dB
AudioOutputVoltage400mVrms
Audio(S+N)/N50dB
AudioTHD0.1%

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Compliance
When this product reaches the end of its life, do not dispose with household waste. See
www.recycle-more.co.uk for details of how to dispose of PULSE products in an
environmentally sound fashion, or contact PULSE directly via www.pulse-audio.co.uk
Warranty
Pulse products are warranted, by Pulse, against manufacturer defects for a period of one
year from the original date of purchase. This warranty is limited to manufacturer defects,
in either materials or workmanship. PULSE, or any other worldwide divisions of Premier
Farnell PLC, is not responsible for any consequential or inconsequential damage to any
other component, structure or the cost of installation or removal of said items. Defective
items should be returned to the retailer from whom they were originally purchased.
This warranty will not cover damage due to improper use or items damaged by weather.
Batteries are covered by a 90 day warranty from date of purchase.
For questions or specific information regarding warranty replacement or repair, please
contact:
PULSE
www.pulse-audio.co.uk