General
Information |
Manufacturer
|
Williams Sound |
Manufacturer Part
Number |
FM 558-24 |
Product Name
|
FM Plus Large-Area Dual FM And
Wi-Fi Assistive Listening System With 24 PPA R38N
Receivers, Replaces FM 458-24
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UPC Code |
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Overview |
The Williams
FM 558-24 is an FM Plus Large-area Dual FM and Wi-Fi
assistive listening system with 24 FM R38 receivers. The
new FM Plus integrates professional WaveCAST Wi-Fi audio
server technology into a Williams Sound FM assistive
listening system. End users can now listen with either an
FM receiver or with their smartphone (via the WaveCAST
Listening App). Along with this flexibility comes
exceptional audio quality, as the FM Plus is built on a
professional digital audio (DSP) platform. Added plus: Its
optional Dante interface provides integrators with a full
audio networking solution
The new FM Plus is designed to support those who want to
use their smartphones and headphones for a more discreet
assistive listening experience. Simplicity is also
available for those who want a more traditional assistive
listening system with a dedicated FM receiver and headset.
Venues no longer need to choose between providing FM or
Wi-Fi assistive listening systems. The FM Plus supports
both the new iOS and Android WaveCAST Apps - in addition
to all of the current and legacy Williams Sound FM
receivers operating on the 72-76 MHz bandwidth
The FM Plus can have most settings changed via the front
panel interface or the hosted web interface. A remote
programming guide is available upon request. The FM Plus
uses the WaveCAST app to provide an easy-to-use, intuitive
user interface. It is available on iOS or Android.
Listeners easily select channel and volume level once
their device is connected to the Wi-Fi network. The app
does not work on FM Broadcasts
The FM Plus uses the WaveCAST app to provide an
easy-to-use, intuitive user interface. It is available on
iOS or Android. Listeners easily select channel and volume
level once their device is connected to the Wi-Fi network.
The app does not work on FM Broadcasts |
Features |
Up to 1000 foot
operating range
True professional audio
interface
Professional audio
inputs: 0.25"/XLR, phantom power, line-level output
jack
Supports 45 users in
unicast mode or 1500+ users in multicast mode
Single-channel audio
streaming over Wi-Fi
Includes 24 FM R38
receivers
Audio presets-hearing
assistance, music, voice, and custom
16-bit DAC provides a
48Khz sample rate
10 segment LED bar graph
Adjustable RF power
output
Professional DSP audio
platform
Works with existing
Williams Sound FM receivers
Works with free WaveCAST
iOS or Android apps
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Specification |
Description
|
FM Plus Assistive Listening System
with 24 FM R38 receivers |
System Includes
|
1 FM T55 Transmitter
24 PPA R38N Receivers
24 EAR 022 Surround Earphones
6 NKL 001 Neckloops
1 IDP 008 ADA Wall Plaque |
Markets
|
Houses of Worship
Education: Lecture Halls/Classrooms
Government: City Halls
Stadiums/Performance Venues |
Applications
|
Assistive Listening
Interpretation
Audio Description
Presentation
Education/Training |
FM T55 Transmitter
|
General
|
Color
|
Black/Silver with silver legends
on the front, white legends on the back |
Rack Mount
|
Standard 19" Rack, one EIA rack
space high, 1/2 space wide
1-2 units can be mounted in a single rack space with
optional RPK 005 (single) or RPK 006 (double) Rack Mount
Kits |
Power Supply
|
Desktop Style Transformer (TFP
062)
Input: 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. IEC Line Cord
Output: 24 VDC, 750 mA, 18W. 2.5mm ID center
positive barrel connector |
Power ON Indicator
|
Push On/Push Off latching power
button, backlit green indicates power ON, backlight off
indicates power OFF, fading from bright to dark indicates
Sleep Mode |
Temperature Range
|
Operating: +32 to +104 Degree
Fahrenheit
Storage: -4 to +158 Degree Fahrenheit |
User Interface
|
3.12" High Resolution OLED display
with selections via buttons
Hosted Web page
Remote control and monitoring |
Ethernet
|
RJ-45 on back of unit supports CAT
5e cable lengths up to 328 feet (100 meters); 10/100
Base-T IEEE 802.3 compliant, unique MAC address |
Approvals
|
FCC, RoHS3, WEEE, Industry Canada |
RF Section
|
Operating Frequencies
|
72.1-75.9 MHz , 17 wideband
channels (selectable) |
Frequency Accuracy
|
+/- 2 ppm stability, 0-50 Degree
Celsius |
Deviation
|
+/- 75 kHz maximum |
Pre-Emphasis
|
75 microsec |
RF Field Strength
|
Does not exceed 80 mV/m at 3 m |
Compatible Antennas
|
ANT 005, ANT 021, ANT 024, or ANT
025 |
Transmission Range
|
Up to 1000' with ANT 005 coaxial
antenna mounted on rear chassis connector |
RF Outputs
|
10-32 stud connector in center of
unit (pcb mounted)
F-connector on rear chassis |
RF Transmit Indicator
|
1 Green LED On Air Indicator |
RF Power
|
Full, Medium, Low or OFF indicated
by menu icon |
RF Time Out (sleep mode)
|
30 min. duration, 4 hr. duration,
or Always On selected via menu
Starts when audio is below -18 dB level with no button
pressed for selected duration |
Audio Section
|
Audio Processor Functions
|
DSP based
Compression: 1:1, 1.5:1 or 2:1
High-pass and Low-pass Filter Frequency control |
Frequency Response
|
31-16000 Hz, +/-3 dB (re: 1 kHz,
+/-3 dB) ("Music" Audio Preset) |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
|
67 dB (typical) Transmitted RF |
Total Harmonic Distortion
|
Less than 0.25 percent at 1 kHz
(RF output) |
Common Mode Rejection
|
Greater than 57 dB at 1 kHz, Mic
or Line |
Audio Inputs
|
Combination 3-pin XLR, 0.25" (TRS)
jack for balanced or unbalanced line level, or balanced or
unbalanced microphone with selectable phantom power |
Audio Input Gain Adjust
|
In menu, adjustable to 0 to -50
dB, in 1dB steps |
Phantom Power
|
14.4 VDC applied through 2.2 kOhms
resistors to analog combo jack: Pin 2 and Pin 3 on XLR
jack, or tip and ring on 0.25" TRS jack |
Audio Level Indicators
|
10-LED array that reads -18 to +9
dB at 3 dB intervals
7 Green, 2 Amber, and 1 red LED
Green LEDs indicate normal operating audio level
peaks
Amber LEDs indicate close to overload peaks
Red LED indicates overload peaks |
Headphone Output
|
0.25" TRS stereo jack, mono signal,
14.85 mW at +9dB, maximum in 33 O (level adjustable in
menu 0 to -40 dB in 2 dB steps) |
Line Output
|
RCA jack (black), -10 dBV (.32
VRMS)
Output impedance 100 Ohms at +9dB |
Audio Section Input Levels
|
Microphone (at Audio Input Gain
= 0dB)
|
Nominal (1st Amber
LED): -55 dBV (1.7 mV
RMS)
Overload Warning (Displayed on Screen): -15
dBV (180 mV RMS)
Absolute Max. Rating (Stresses above these ratings may cause
permanent damage or degrade reliability): +20
dBV (10.0 V RMS) |
Line (at Audio Input Gain = 0dB)
|
Nominal (1st Amber
LED): -25
dBV (55 mV RMS)
Overload Warning (Displayed on Screen): +16
dBV (6.3 V RMS)
Absolute Max. Rating (Stresses above these ratings may cause
permanent damage or degrade reliability): +20
dBV (10.0 V RMS) |
Specifications
are subject to change without notice |
PPA R38N Receiver
|
Color
|
Black/Silver
Black ABS Plastic case with Aluminum faceplate |
Battery Type
|
2 AA Alkaline or 2 AA NiMH
Rechargeable |
Battery Life
|
2 AA non-rechargeable alkaline
batteries (BAT 001-2), approx. 50 hrs
2 AA rechargeable NiMH batteries (BAT 026-2), 1500mAh,
approx. 32 hrs |
Current Consumption
|
52 mA nominal |
Operating Temp. Range
|
32 to 122 Degree Fahrenheit |
Channels
|
17 Wideband, accessed via menu |
Operating Frequencies
|
72.1, 72.2, 72.3, 72.4, 72.5,
72.6, 72.7, 72.8, 72.9, 74.7, 75.3, 75.4, 75.5, 75.6,
75.7, 75.8, 75.9 MHz |
FM Deviation
|
75 kHz |
De-Emphasis
|
75 microS |
Display Screen
|
1" OLED |
Power Indication
|
Power button, backlit green
Good battery strength-glows solid
Low battery-flashes |
Sensitivity
|
2 microV at 12 dB Sinad with
squelch defeated |
Input Overload
|
100 mV |
Frequency Response
|
200 Hz-15 kHz, +/-3dB |
Modulation
|
FM, +/- 75 kHz peak deviation |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
|
Minimum 65 dB at 1.0V |
Receive Antenna
|
Integral with earphone/headphone
cord |
Audio Output
|
35 mW max at 16 Ohms |
Headphone Connector
|
3.5mm stereo jack, mono output for
stereo or mono earphones/headphones |
Supplied Earphone
|
Stereo,earbud-type with foam
cushion, 3.5 mm plug, 32 Ohms |
Power Save Mode
|
Enters sleep mode after
approximately 3 minutes of no RF signal |
Approvals
|
FCC, Industry Canada, RoHS, WEEE |
Weight
|
4.6 oz (With batteries)
2.6 oz (Without batteries) |
EAR 022 Surround Earphone
|
Style
|
Around-ear speaker |
Plug
|
3.5mm mono |
Cord
|
39" |
Driver Size
|
23mm |
Nominal Impedance
|
32 Ohm |
Frequency Response
|
20-20 kHz |
Max Power Input
|
30 mW |
Sensitivity
|
118 dB at 1kHz |
NKL 001 Neckloops
|
Color
|
Black |
Cord Length
|
18.5" |
Connector
|
3.5mm mono plug |
Impedance
|
8-16 Ohms |
Input Power
|
500 mW max |
Magnetic Field Strength
|
25 mW input at 1000 Hz produces
1.7 A/m 6" above the center of loop
85microW input produces 0.1 A/m (IEC Standard) |
Approvals
|
RoHS, WEEE |
IDP 008 ADA Wall Plaque
|
Dimensions (LxWxH)
|
10.37" x 6.25" x 0.13" |
Weight and Dimensions
|
Dimensions (WxDxH)
|
9.45" x 9.25" x 2.72" |
Weight
|
15.7 lbs
|