SAE Mark VIB tuner

SAE Mark VIB FM Digital Tuner

The SAE Mark VIB is the ulmost in versatility, reliability and the faithful reproduction of FM signals. Many new developments are unique to the Mark VIB. Foolproof tuning accuracy is achieved through the use of these exclusive SEA features. Digital Readout Frequency Display, the display of tuning and audio signals on a 3" rectangular oscilloscope, and the automatic selection of this oscilloscope display by a touch

sensitive tuning knob.

The Mark VIB is the industry's first FM tuner which features a direct numerical readout of the assigned frequency in MHz of the FM station tuned, SAE's Digital readout measures directly the tuner's own oscillator frequency with an accuracy equal to that required by the FCC for FM broadcast stations. In addition, the Mark VIB incorporates ultra-low distortion, outstanding separation and exceptional quieting and selectivity. It exhibits its superiority in weak signal areas of congested urban locations where critical tuning is necessary.

Digital readout Frequency Display

Four long-life Nixie readout tubes identify the precise station frequency for any of the 100 channels available across the FM band. The readout count is updated 60 times per second to permit fast tuning across the band. Anti-hunt circuity is incorporated to prevent inter digital flickering.

Oscilloscope

A high-intensity 3" rectangular oscilloscope accurately displays the presence of multi-path distortion, center-of-channel tuning, relative signal strength and Lissajous displays of all stereo and mono signals with provisions for external inputs. Should a signal be absent, the oscilloscope trace intensity is automatically diminished.

Specifications:

IHF Sensitivity:  1,6 µV

Total Harmonic Distortion (1 kHz): 

Stereo :  0,15%

Mono :  0,1%

Noise:  better than 75 below 100% modulation

Capture Ratio:  1,5 dB

AM Suppression: better than 100 dB

Spurious Response Rejection:  better than 100 dB

Image Rejection:  better than 100 dB

Alternate Channel Selectivity:  140 dB

Stereo Separation:  50 dB at 1 kHz ;  38 dB at 10 kHz;  35 dB at 15 kHz

Frequency Response:  ±0,5 dB (20 Hz to 15 kHz)

RF Drift:  less than 15 kHz (±0,15%)

Rated Output/Load Impedance:  1,0 V (rms)/1500 Ω min.

Muting:  60 dB minimum with adjustable threshold control

Antenna Inputs:  300 Ω Balanced; 75 Ω unbalanced

Tuning Aids:  Nixie Digital Readout, 3" Rectangular Oscilloscope Stereo and Mono indicator lights

Power Requirement/Consumptions:  110 - 125 V; 50 to 60 hz / 20 watts

Dimensions: 

Front Panel (W x H):  432 x 146 mm (17" x 5,75")

Chassis (D):  267 mm (10,5")

weight:  11,4 kg (25 pounds)

Walnut Cabinet:  WC-1 optional