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1 24x7 FM Announcement System (Talking Sign) 2009 FM TALKING HOUSE All rights reserved

2 Talking Sign 24x7 FM Announcement System Description: The 24x7 FM Announcement System or Talking Sign, is a digital recorder and FM Transmitter, all-in-one device, which allows the transmission of a pre-recorded message. The message is stored in its non-volatile memory up to 4 minutes* long and is transmitted with digital quality, over the FM band for reception through any standard FM radio. Although can be used for variety of applications, it s usage has become very popular for selling real estate. A CBC report on the advantages of using such systems by realtors can be watched at: CBC Report on Talking Sign It is a truly plug-and-play device and is very easy to operate. Once you have recorded a message, the device will start broadcasting it repeatedly on the pre-selected frequency. The message can be recorded via either an external Microphone or a Line Input from another audio source. The 24x7 FM Announcement System offers a choice of 7 frequencies on the high FM band or 7 frequencies on the low FM band, selectable though an easy to change DIP switch. The frequency is PLL (Phase-Locked-Loop) synthesized for high-quality stereo reception. This document contains the detailed steps to setup and operate the 24x7 FM Announcement System. *A special-order for 8 minute version is also available Technical Specifications: PLL (Phased Locked Loop) Synthesized Frequency Range Frequency Setting Approximate Range * Required Power Supply Audio Input Included Cable Audio Level Adjustment Built-In Digital Recorder / Player Case Dimensions (W) x (L) x (H) Antenna Type Remarks Yes OR (200 KHz Increments) DIP Switch (14 Stations) 200 to 500 feet / 60m to 150m 9V DC Adapter (or 12V DC Battery) 3.5mm Stereo Jack x 2 (Line In or Mic In) 3.5mm Stereo Cable (Plug to Play) Yes Yes - 4 Min x 5.28 x 1.96 / 13.5 x 13.4 x 5cm Built in, 14 Whip Talking Sign and Extended Range 2

3 Front Panel Power indicator. When green: transmitter is on and the message is being broadcasted Volume Control Indicates when message is being recorded Button to initiate / terminate message recording Options allowing different input and message recording: LINE: allows using a pre-recorded message by external source (example: radio, phone, CD,...) MIC: allows recording a message by using the microphone (the microphone is included in the package) Cana Kit Electronic Corp.

4 Back Pannel Indication of 7 available frequencies for broadcasting Deep switch for frequency selection In this example the frequency is set to Power indicator ON/OFF Adaptor entry for power supply 4

5 Instructions: Message Recording Message recording: 1.Connect a 9V / 200 to 500 ma Centre Positive (2.1 mm Plug) DC adapter to the back of the transmitter, marked as ADAPTER. 2. Turn on de device by switching the POWER to ON a. Recording a message using the microphone: In order to record a message by microphone, introduce the microphone onto the entry marked by MIC 3b. Recording a message by using other Audio Sources: In order to record a message from other sources, you need to connect the audio source to the unit marked as LINE. 4/5 3b 3a 4. When ready for recording, press on the RECORD button for about 3 seconds. When the LED marked as RECORD MODE is on, the starts recording the message. 5. When the message recording ends, you need to press on the RECORD button again to indicate the end of recroding.. At this stage the message recording is complete and ready for transmission.. 5

6 Instructions: Broadcasting Transmission 1.Connect a 9adapter to the entry marked as ADAPTER. 2. Make sure the device is on, by setting the POWER switch to ON Select a transmission frequency, from seven available frequencies, and set the FREQUENCY deep switch to the selected frequency. Please note that the selected frequency should not have any overlap with a commercial frequency. The transmitter allows the transmission on the following frequencies: Extend the antenna completely and make sure it is in vertical position. Set the selected frequency on the receiving device and you will be hearing the recorded message You may adjust the volume by using the VOLUME LEVE. Please note that adjusting the volume too high may create distortion over the transmission, and adjusting it too low may lower the transmission potential.. 6. The LED will be on, while the message is being broadcasted. 6

7 Possible Problems Problem: There is audio distortion on the radio: Solution: If recording through the LINE input. Adjust the volume level of your audio source to a lower level and try again. If recording through the MIC input, try talking farther from the microphone for better results. Problem: "Hum" or a rattling noise can be heard in the transmitted signal. Solution: To reduce the introduction of any AC Hum noise into the transmitted signal from DC adapter or AC line, it usually helps if you wrap the adapter s cable 3 or 4 times around the body of the adapter as illustrated in the figure below. Use some electrical tape to tape the cable to the body of the adapter and hold the cable in place. This usually greatly reduces any possible Hum or noise interference that may be introduced into the signal through the adapter or AC line. Adapter Cable Electrical Tape 7

8 Cana Kit TM Where quality and innovation matters Cana Kit is one of the leading Electronic Companies in Canada, founded in 1990, dedicated to design and the manufacture of high quality and innovated electronic kits and modules. Can Kit currently offers more than160 products. These correspond to a vast variety of categories: Audio Amplifiers Power Supplies Signal Generators Counters Telephone related Digital Voice Recorders Digital Clocks Microphone Amplifiers Alarms Digital Meters LED Display s FM Transmitters FM Transmitters - PLL Music Circuits and much more Cana Kit products are available in the following formats: KIT ( CK series): Includes all the material and a detailed instructions manual, to make the assembly fun and easy. Moldules ( UK, UX, and EX series): Fully assembled and tested. All our products are manufactured in Canada and are completely tested during our rigorous Quality Assurance process. You can be sure to be enjoying best quality electronic kits and modules available in the market today. For questions please contact us at: [email protected] 8