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MTS - Frequently Asked Questions
MTS System 3000D EAS
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MTS System 3000D EAS
- What is the diskette drive for?
The diskette drive is how you'll update the System 3000D software. When new features are added, the update involves putting the diskette in the drive and pressing a button.
When new event codes are added to EAS you'll just slip a diskette in the drive, and in a matter of seconds, you'll have the new data in place. (Sure beats invasive surgery involving screwdrivers and EPROMS, eh?)
The drive is also a convenient means to archive your EAS events log.
- Where is the printer? I thought the FCC required us to print the logs!
There is an industry-standard parallel printer connection on the back of the System 3000D. If you decide to use a printer, just plug it in there. The FCC requires stations to keep a record of EAS events, but the rules do not limit your choice to a single method.
System 3000D keeps the required records for you on the built-in hard disk drive. You can copy the records to diskette for transfer to any text editor, word processor, spread sheet, or other programs running on your PC. You can also print the logs by connecting a printer to the 3000D.
Have you ever tried to read a cash register receipt a year after it was printed? Did you notice the severe fading problems with that sort of printout? We did, too.
EAS logs can also be reviewed on the front panel display. Unlike other EAS systems, the 3000D also records and archives the entire EAS event, allowing you to replay the data and the audio message accompanying it. With several hours of audio storage on board, you'll be able to keep many months of EAS events available for instant review.
- What is the quality of your audio storage?
Audio stored in the System 3000D is digitized at 32,000 samples per second into 16 bit, uncompressed, linear pulse-code modulation data. The effective audio bandwidth is 15 kHz. This yields an exceptionally high quality of clear audio.
- What about receivers?
Three receivers are built into the System 3000D. One receiver is dedicated to National Weather Service frequencies --- the other two can be your choice of AM or FM broadcast units. You can have two AM, two FM, or one of each, according to your monitoring assignments.
- How do I tune the receivers?
All three receivers are synthesized, which gives you the ability to tune them as your needs change. You tune the receivers to a new frequency from the front panel of the System 3000D.
- Can I order one today?
Absolutely ! The System 3000D has undergone rigorous testing by the FCC certification laboratory and has FCC certification. Place your order now!
- Will there be enough System 3000Ds for my needs?
You bet! We'll have all you need.
- Why doesn't your WWW site have animated graphics and sound?
Our web site reflects our design philosophy. We design for utility instead of flash. We thought you might appreciate a web site long on information and short on unnecessary fluff, just as MTS customers appreciate equipment designed with emphasis on reliability and function.
- Can I add my questions to this list?
Yes! Please do! Just send mail to MTS and we'll be glad to add (and answer) your question. If you need instant answers, feel free to call MTS at 919-553-2995. We're open for business Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm.
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