
INOmini FM Multiplex Decoder Model 514
FM Multiplex Decoder Inovonics’ INOmini 514 is a standalone decoder for FM-stereo multiplex signals. It accepts a demodulated FM-baseband input and decodes the signal to discrete left and right channel audio. The recovered stereo program is available as a professional line-level balanced output, and also as an AES digital audio signal. Local alarm ‘tallies’ and selectable de-emphasis curves make the INOmini 514 an essential tool for professional applications wherever a stereo-baseband signal needs to be decoded and monitored. Features Decodes Composite/MPX signal into L/R audio Analog L/R and AES-digital program line outputs Accurate front-panel metering Front-panel alarms with rear-panel ‘tallies’ for program Audio Loss (silence sense) and stereo Pilot Loss (stereo/mono status) Conforms to the worldwide FM ‘pilot-tone’ system; selectable 75μs/50μs de-emphasis Specifications Multiplex (MPX) Input Unbalanced/bridging (BNC); 10k input impedance; requires 0.5V p-p minimum signal. L/R Analog Line Outputs Active-balanced (XLR), 200-ohm source impedance; +4dBu output at ‘0dB’ on front-panel meter. AES Digital Output Transformer-balanced (XLR), 44.1kHz sampling rate; –6dBFS output at ‘0dB’ on front-panel meter. Headphone Jack 3.5mm (TRS) for low-Z or high-Z phones; fixed listening level Program Audio De-Emphasis 75μs/50μs, selected with push-on jumpers under the top cover Forced-Mono Operation Enabled with a push-on jumper under the top cover Audio Frequency Response Follows selected de-emphasis characteristic ±0.5dB, 20Hz to 15kHz Noise (Unweighted SNR re: ±75kHz deviation) MONO: ≥72dB; analog/digital STEREO: ≥70dB; analog/digital Distortion ≤0.05% THD, 20Hz to 15kHz (analog/digital) Stereo Separation 50dB 20Hz to 15kHz (analog/digital) Alarm Tallies Individual open-collector NPN transistor outputs for Program Audio Loss (either/both channels) and Pilot Loss (stereo/mono indicator) Power Requirement 12VDC at 230mA. A ‘wall-outlet transformer’ (WallWart®) switching-type power supply appropriate to the destination AC mains voltage is provided. Mounting Options An optional rack adapter accepts up to three INOmini modules in a 1U, 19-inch rack space. Alternatively the 514 may easily be fastened to any convenient surface with two small screws. Size and Weight 1.6”H x 5.5”W x 5.5”D; 4 lbs. shipping weight. Download Product PDF