WeathFax JRC JAX-91 Instruct Manual
WeathFax JRC JAX-91 Instruct Manual
WeathFax JRC JAX-91 Instruct Manual
WEATHER FACSIMILE
RECEIVER
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
URL http://www.jrc.co.jp
Marine Service Department
Telephone : +81-3-3492-1305
Facsimile : +81-3-3779-1420
e-mail : [email protected]
AMSTERDAM Branch
Telephone : +31-20-658-0750
Facsimile : +31-20-658-0755
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SEATTLE Branch
Telephone : +1-206-654-5644
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CODE No.7ZPNA4002 01ETM ISO 9001, ISO 14001 Certified
SEP. 2006 Edition 1 JRC Printed in Japan
INTRODUCTION
Thank you very much for your buying the JRC JAX-91 Weather Facsimile
Receiver.
The JAX-91 is designed to receive FAX broadcasts such as weather charts and
marine charts transmitted in a low frequency band (80 to 160kHz) and in a high
frequency band (2 to 25MHz) and record those on recording paper.
z Please read this Instruction Manual carefully before operating this equipment
for the proper use of it.
z Please take good charge of this Instruction Manual so that you can refer to it as
needed. It will serve for your use if you have any unclear points about or any
trouble in this equipment.
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BEFORE OPERATION
Graphic Symbols
Various symbols are used in this instruction manual and the indications on the product to ensure
the safe use of the product and to protect the users and others against injury or property damages.
These symbols and their meanings is described below.
Please fully understand the meanings of these symbols before you read the text of this manual.
Meanings of Symbols
Warning Labels
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PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION
Observe the following precautions in operating the equipment.
WARNING
Do not use any power voltage other than the indicated voltage.
Otherwise, a fire or electric shock may be caused.
Do not insert or drop any foreign object such as a metallic piece into an air vent or
opening. Otherwise, a fire, electric shock or failure may be caused.
Do not disassemble or modify this equipment. Otherwise, a fire, electric shock or
failure may be caused.
Do not put a container filled with water or a small metallic piece close to the equipment.
If water is spilled into the equipment, a fire, electric shock or failure may be caused.
Do not install the equipment in a place where it may be splashed with water, oil or
chemical. Otherwise, a fire, electric shock or failure may be caused.
Do not insert or pull out a power plug with wet hands. Otherwise, an electric shock
may be caused.
If any foreign object such as water or metallic piece is inserted in the equipment, set
OFF the POWER switch of the equipment and pull the power plug from the power
outlet. Then, contact a nearby JRC office, branch, sales office or agent. The
continued use of the equipment may cause a fire or electric shock.
If anything abnormal such as smoke, strange smell or unusual heat is emitted, set OFF
the POWER switch of the equipment immediately and pull the power plug from
power outlet. Then, contact a nearby JRC office, branch, sales office or agent. The
continued use of the equipment may cause a fire or electric shock.
The user may not use inspect or repair the inside of the equipment. The inspection or
repair made by a person other than a maintenance specialist may cause a fire or electric
shock. For the inspection or repair of the equipment, please contact a nearby JRC
office, branch, sales office or agent.
If the equipment has a failure, set the POWER switch to OFF and pull the power plug
out of the power outlet. Then, contact a nearby JRC office, branch, saled office or
agent. The continured use of the equipment may cause a fire or electric shock.
In returning the run-out lithium battery to JRC, take the isulating treatment such as
attaching a tape to the +/– terminals (or the lead wires). If the battery is
short-circuited with no insulating treatment, a heat, explosion or fire may be caused.
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PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION
Observe the following precautions in operating the equipment.
CAUTION
Use the recording paper (6ZPTS00127) as specified by JRC. The use of any
other unspecified paper may cause recording density blurs, abnormal paper
feed, much dust, resulting in the damage of the recording device.
Demount the back-up battery before the equipment is disposed.
For the details, refer to “5.3 Replacing the Backup Battery”.
Connect the earthing line to the earth terminal firmly. Otherwise, an electric
shock may be caused when the equipment has a failure or electric leak.
Do not store the recording paper in a place exposed to a high temperature, high
humidity or direct sunlight. Otherwise, recording density blurs may be caused.
Do not rub the heating element (contacting with the papar) on the recording
device with a screwdriver, rile or any other hard object. Otherwise, the
recording device may be damaged.
Do not wipe the equipment with benzene or paint thinner or spray it with
pestiside. Otherwise, a crack, electric shock or fire may be caused.
Do not connect the power cable to a common power outlet with any other cable
with high power noise (such as for an air conditioner). Otherwise, a receiving
interference may be caused.
Do not install the equipment in an unstable place such as on a shaky stand or
inclined surface. Otherwise, it may drop or fall down, resulting in an injury or
failure.
Do not install the equipment in a place much affected by water, moisture, steam,
dust or oily smoke. Otherwise, a fire, electric shok or failure may be caused.
Do not install the equipment in a place exposed to a direct sunlight. The high
temperature may discolor the recording paper or cause an equipment failure.
Do not install the equipment near any other radio equipment. Otherwise, a
receiving disturbance may be caused.
Do not bring the equipment in a cooled state suddenly to a high-temperature
room. Otherwise, the air inside the equipment may be condensated, resulting
in a failure.
Turn on or off the POWER switch after a waiting time of more than 1 sec. If it
is set to ON the moment it is set to OFF, the equipment may malfunction.
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PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION
CAUTION
Be careful that no metallic piece such as a detached screw or wire scrap happens to
enter into the equipment inside during the work. If such metallic piece enters in it, a
fire, electric shock or failure may be caused.
Clean the thermal head with a piece of soft cloth. Do not rub it with a screw driver
or file. Otherwise, the thermal head may be damaged.
The user may not replace the backup battery.
Even if the POWER switch on the equipment is set to OFF, some parts may
remain electrically charged, causing an electric shock or failure.
For replacing the backup battery, contact a nearby JRC marketing office,
branch, sales office or agent.
Even if the POWER switch is set to OFF, the equuipment is supplied with a
power from the backup battery. Take care not to short-circuit the backup
battery. Otherwise, the memory contents may be cleared, resulting in a
failure in the equipment.
Use the JRC-specified backup battery (ER4VP-type lithium battery under the
code NO. 5ZBBA00013). The use of any unspecified battery may cause a
malfunction or failure of the equipment.
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APPEARANCE
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Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................ i
BEFORE OPERATION .............................................................................................. ii
PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION.......................................................................... iii
PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION.......................................................................... iv
PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION............................................................................v
APPEARANCE.......................................................................................................... vi
Glossary ...................................................................................................................... 1
CHAPTER 1 GENERAL........................................................................................... 3
1.1 Function ......................................................................................................... 3
1.2 Composition ................................................................................................... 5
1.3 Outline Drawings............................................................................................ 7
1.4 Overall Connection Diagram........................................................................... 8
CHAPTER 2 NAMES & FUNCTIONS OF PARTS.................................................... 9
2.1 FAX Control Panel.......................................................................................... 9
2.2 Receiver Control Panel.................................................................................. 10
2.3 Indicators ......................................................................................................11
2.4 Other Controls and Switches......................................................................... 12
CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION ............................................................................... 13
3.1 Installation Procedure................................................................................... 13
3.2 Precautions for Installation ........................................................................... 14
3.3 Installation Diagrams.................................................................................... 16
3.4 Installation Procedure................................................................................... 17
3.5 Connections to External Terminals................................................................ 18
3.6 Antenna Connector’s Connection .................................................................. 19
CHAPTER 4 OPERATION..................................................................................... 20
4.1 Setting of Receiving Frequency ..................................................................... 20
4.1.1 Automatic Frequency Selection Function (for High Frequency Band) ...... 20
4.1.2 Use of Tuning Meter and RCV Monitor................................................... 23
4.1.3 Setting of Receiving Frequencies ............................................................. 24
4.1.4 Storing of Receiving Frequencies............................................................. 25
4.1.5 Recalling of Stored Frequency................................................................. 26
4.1.6 Use of UP/DOWN Switches ..................................................................... 27
4.1.7 Use of CLR Switch.................................................................................. 27
4.2 Setting FAX Receive Mode ............................................................................ 28
4.2.1 AUTO Mode (Automatic Receiving)........................................................ 29
4.2.2 SEMI AUTO Mode (Semi-automatic Receiving) ...................................... 30
4.2.3 MANU Mode (Manual Receiving) ........................................................... 31
4.2.4 Program Mode ....................................................................................... 34
4.3 Checking and Changing Programs ................................................................ 40
4.3.1 Checking Programs ................................................................................ 40
4.3.2 Changing Programs................................................................................ 41
4.3.3 Clearing Programs ................................................................................. 42
4.3.4 Printing Lists.......................................................................................... 43
4.4 Other Operations .......................................................................................... 46
4.4.1 Adjusting of Brightness for Operating Panel ........................................... 46
4.4.2 Switchover to External Receiver ............................................................. 46
4.4.3 Recording Paper Feed............................................................................. 47
4.4.4 Black/White Reversal............................................................................... 47
4.4.5 Adjusting Image Inclination.................................................................... 47
CHAPTER 5 MAINETENANCE & INSPECTION ................................................. 48
5.1 Replacing Recording Paper........................................................................... 48
5.2 Cleaning ....................................................................................................... 51
5.3 Replacing Backup Battery............................................................................. 52
5.4 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................ 55
CHAPTER 6 OPERATING ENVIRONMENT......................................................... 57
CHAPTER 7 CUSTOMER SUPPORT .................................................................... 58
CHAPTER 8 DISPOSAL OF THE EQUIPMENT.................................................... 59
8.1 Disposal of the Equipment............................................................................. 59
8.2 Disposal of Used Batteries ............................................................................. 59
CHAPTER 9 SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................ 60
Lists of Related Products ........................................................................................... 63
Drawing No. 1 ........................................................................................................... 64
Drawing No. 2 ........................................................................................................... 65
Glossary
Recording peper
Scanline density The number of scanlines plotted while the paper moves one millimeter in
the secondary scanning direction during the recording of received
signals.
Scan speed Primary scanning speed: for example, 120 primary scans per minute are
performed at 120 spm (scan per minute).
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Halftone recording This is a method of representing the contrast of clouds in recording the
cloud photos taken by a meteorological satellite, in which the contrast is
represented by the difference in the density of black dots like in a
black/white photo in a newspaper.
Start signal The signal transmitted at the beginning of a FAX broadcast to indicate
the start of the broadcast.
The JAX-91 starts the automatic receiving when it receives this signal.
Phase signal The signal transmitted following the start signal, which is indicated at
the left end of the image when synchronization is made. This sync
signal is used for automatic receiving (AUTO) including automatic
setting of IOC and scan speed, semi-automatic receiving (SEMI AUTO)
and timer receiving.
Similar signal The signal is transmitted after the sync signal and appears at the same
position as the sync signal. In the JAX-91, this signal is used for phase
matching in the MANU receiving mode.
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CHAPTER 1 GENERAL
1.1 Function
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(4) 16-gradation halftone recording
Cloud photos received from a weather satellite can be recorded in 16-gradation halftone
contrast.
(10) Printout
The stored 90 receiving frequencies and 15 programs can be printed out. This function
is useful for setting the programmed receiving and checking the stored receiving
frequencies.
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1.2 Composition
Standard Components
CAUTION The JAX-91 is shipped with the test recording paper and the antenna
connector fitted in it.
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Standard Spares
QUANTITY REMARKS
ITEM WORKING SPARE
NAME OF PART OUT LINE
NO.
PERSET PERVESS
φ98
3 Recording paper 1 1 6ZPTS00127
400
10
6
Top View
Dimensions for installation on stand 6-φ7
70
30
190
470
400
1.3 Outline Drawings
190
26 34
24 41 350 41 24
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Standard Tolerance
480 Category Torelance
16 or less ±1
More than 16 and 50 or less ±2
More than 50 and 250 or less ±4
More than 250 and 1000 or less ±8
More than 1000 and 3000 or less ± 12
NP
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CHAPTER 2 NAMES & FUNCTIONS OF PARTS
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No. Name Function
MAN OPE Set this switch to ON to select IOC or SCAN SPEED manually.
① Set the switch to OFF in the AUTO mode.
NOTE: This switch is disabled when the switch PRG is ON. See 4.2.1 – 4.2.3.
IOC Set this switch to 288 or 576 according to the broadcasting station.
② If it is erroneously set, the image on the screen may be enlarged or reduced.
NOTE: Set this switch only when the switch MAN OPE is ON. See 4.2.2, 4.2.3, 4.2.4.
SCAN Use one of these switches to select a recording speed matched to a broadcasting
③ SPEED
station. If it is erroneously selected, the recording does not start. Even if the
recording is started by the switch REC, an image is doubly or two or more images are
recorded.
MAN
NOTE: Set this switch only when the switch OPE is ON. See 4.2.2, 4.2.3, 4.2.4.
REC Set the switch to ON if the recording is not started in the AUTO or SEMI AUTO
④ mode. The recording will be started, but phase matching is not made.
NOTE: Set this switch only when the switch MAN OPE is ON. See 4.2.3.
10, 1 and Adjust the phase matching with these switches when starting the recording by the
⑤ Indication
switch MAN
OPE (MANU mode). Enter the position of the phase signal in the recorded
image (a value on the scale attached to the paper discharge section). (Enter a 10’s digit
by the switch 10 and the 1’s digit by the switch 1 . See 4.2.3.
PH SET Set the phase signal position value entered in ⑤ above.
⑥ NOTE: Set this switch only in the MANU mode.
HALF TONE Set this switch to record cloud photos taken by a weather satellite in the halftone
⑦ mode. The halftone mode is set to OFF when pushing this switch again.
FEED Set this switch to ON to feed the recording paper. When the paper is continuously fed
⑧ and reaches the cutter, the paper feed is automatically stopped. When pushing the
switch again, the paper feed is also stopped.
NOTE: The paper feed is stopped when pushing any of the
switches PRG , REC , .
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2.2 Receiver Control Panel
3 4 5
MO CH UP DOWN
2 MI 1 2 3 4 5
1 CLR 6 7 8 9 0
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2.3 Indicators
1 2
TUNING
3
kHz RCV MONITOR
CH
PROG FREQ START STOP
7 6 5 4
③ TUNING meter The meter indicates the tuning state of a receiving frequency. The center
LED lamp is lighting, the receiving state is the best.
NOTE: This meter is used for HF receiving only. See 4.1.2.
④ RCV MONITOR The lamp indicates a receiving state. When the LED lamp is lighting, the
receiving state is the best. See 4.1.2.
⑤ Unit indicator The unit of receiving frequency is lighting in red.
The LED indicator goes off when setting a program.
⑥ Time type indicator The START indicator is blinking in orange when the step of entering a
receiving start time comes in the program setting operation.
The STOP indicator is blinking in orange when the step of entering a
receiving stop time comes in the program setting operation.
See 4.2.4 (3).
⑦ Channel type indicator The PROF indicator is blinking in orange when the step of entering a
program channel comes in the program setting operation.
The FREQ indicator is blinking in orange when the step of entering a
frequency channel comes in the program setting operation.
See 4.2.4 (3) to 4.3.2.
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2.4 Other Controls and Switches
SYNC
4 3 5
RECORD
EXT REV
9 RCV MOD
LOCK
L R PUSH
8 RELEASE
DIM LIST
SP VOL
6 7 10
No. Name Function
① PRG This switch is used for setting or checking a program receiving mode or for clearing a
program.
MAN
NOTE: This switch is disabled when the switch OPE is ON. See 4.2.4 to 4.3.2.
② ENT Push this switch when the switch PRG is ON, and the preset program is stored in a
specified channel. When the switch is ON, the time is entered.
③ This switch is used to indicate or set the time. The time is indicated on a 24-hour clock.
NOTE: Adjust the clock once a month. See 4.2.4.
④ RCV This switch is used to select the internal receiver in the FAX equipment or an external
receiver. When the EXT lamp is lighting, an external receiver is used. See 4.4.2.
⑤ MOD This switch is switched over when a reversed image (white in the black ground) is
received from a broadcasting station. When the REV lamp is lighting, a reversed
image is received.
⑥ DIM All the LEDs can be adjusted in 4 levels of brightness.
This switch is disabled when the switch PRG is ON.
⑦ LIST This switch is used to print out a receiving frequency or program stored by using the
keys 1 and 2 in the ten-key pad. See 4.3.4.
⑧ SP VOL This control knob can adjust the receiving tone volume.
⑨ SYNC This control knob can adjust the inclination of an received image. See 4.4.5.
⑩ RECORD/ The switch can switch over the conditions of the mechanical parts.
RELEASE When the switch is set to the RECORD (LOCK) position, the rubber roller applies a
pressure to the thermal head and the recording paper, enabling the recording.
When the switch is set to the RELEASE position, the thermal head is separated from
the recording paper, disabling the recording.
NOTE: Set the switch to RELEASE to protect the rubber roller while the FAX
equipment is not used for a long time.
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CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION
Please request JRC service personnel for the installation and cabling work for the JAX-91
Weather Facsimile Receiver. If you change the place of installation for the equipment,
please follow the procedure as described below.
WARNING
Do not use any other power voltage than the specified in the manual.
Otherwise, a fire or electric shock may be caused.
Do not handle the equipment with wet hands.
Otherwise, an electric shock or failure may be caused.
Connect the earth cable to the earth terminal. Otherwise,an electric shock may
be caused if a failure or an electric leak occurs in the equipment.
CAUTION
Do not use the power cable in common with any other power cable with high
power noise (e.g. for air conditioner). Otherwise, a receiving interference may
be caused.
Do not install the equipment on a shaky stand or in an unstable place.
Otherwise, it may drop or fall down, resulting in an injury or failure.
Be careful that no metallic piece such as a detached screw or wire scrap happens
to enter into the equipment inside during the work. If such metallic piece
enters in it, a fire, electric shock or failure may be caused.
① Set the POWER switch to OFF and stop the power supply to the equipment.
② Disconnect the antenna cable, power cable, BK cable, external receiver’s AF signal
cable and earth cable.
NOTE: • Disconnect the BK cable and an external receiver’s AF signal cable after
checking their polarity.
• Connect the BK cable to the equipment if it makes the common use of a
transmitter and an antenna with other equipment.
MEMO: BK is an abbreviation of BREAK-IN, which separates the equipment from
the antenna.
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③ Detach the left and right screws on the front bottom of the equipment and demounting
the equipment from the base.
Demounting method: Pull the equipment forward and lift it up. (See 3.4.)
④ Detach 6 screws for fixing the mounting base and remove it.
NOTE: The weight of the equipment is approximately 25kg. Install the equipment
on a rugged base capable of bearing this weight.
⑥ Connect the antenna cable, power cable, BK cable, an external receiver’s AF signal
cable and earth cable.
NOTE: Take care of the polarity of the BK cable and the external receiver’s AF
signal cable and check whether there is no misconnection of them.
(1) Cables
Connect the cables to meet the following specification to the equipment:
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(2) Power voltage
The JAX-91 equipment operates on both 100VAC and 220VAC. Operate the
equipment within the following operating voltage range:
12345 67 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
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3.3 Installation Diagrams
50min 50min
(Unit:mm)
100min
600min
NP
(Unit:mm)
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3.4 Installation Procedure
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V Power supply COM
U 100VAC input
U 200VAC input
BK+
BK 24VDC
BK-
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3.5 Connections to External Terminals
Earth
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
shield
(1) Remove the cable sheath as shown
in the left diagram to expose the
26.6 shield wire. Take care not to
damage the shield wire.
Coupling
Insulator Core
(2) Cut out the shield wire and the
insulator to expose the cable core by
the dimensions as shown in the left
7.6 3 16
diagram. Be careful not to damage
the core.
Solder at 4 points
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CHAPTER 4 OPERATION
The JAX-91 Receiver is designed to receive facsimile broadcasts transmitted in the low
frequency band (80 to 160kHz) and in the high frequency band (2 to 25MHz).
Various broadcasting stations broadcast their different facsimile broadcasts
simultaneously on several different frequencies. The received image quality depends
upon the radio propagation conditions and the receiving conditions are not constant by
season, daytime or nighttime and receiving location. Therefore, the equipment must
be operated in keeping in mind that the best receiving frequency is not the same, but
that it should be changed according to the receiving conditions.
The JAX-91 is provided with an automatic frequency selection function to ensure that a
proper frequency for the best receiving conditions is selected to receive a good FAX
image.
The equipment is capable of automatically selecting a proper frequency for the best
receiving conditions by storing all the frequencies on which the same FAX broadcast
from a broadcasting station can be received, in the same channel group.
If the receiving conditions on a selected frequency become worse gradually, the
equipment performs the automatic selection of another frequency on which the good
receiving conditions are obtained.
To use this automatic frequency selection function, the frequencies on which the
same FAX image is broadcast simultaneously should be stored in the frequency
channels in the same group.
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The equipment is provided with the following combinations of group channels and
the frequency channels:
MEMO •● For the receiving frequency storing procedure, refer to “4.1.4 Storing
of Receiving Frequencies” in page 25.
● JMH is a call sign for FAX broadcasts in Japan.
NOTE ● If any frequencies from a different broadcasting station are stored in the
preset group for another station, no expected FAX broadcasts can be
received. Do not store such frequencies from a different station.
● The automatic frequency selection function is not available for the low
frequency band (80 to 160 kHz).
● The broadcasting frequencies may be subject to change.
Confirm by the latest broadcasting schedule.
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(4) Operating Procedure
First, call the representative group channel for the frequency channels in which the
frequencies for the FAX broadcasts from a specific broadcasting station are stored.
For example, if FAX broadcasts are received from JMH in the same case as in “(3)
Setting Procedure” above, the operating procedure is as follows:
① Push the switch MI and push the numeric keys 0 0 in this turn.
This operation set the equipment to the automatic frequency selection mode, in
which a frequency for the good receiving conditions is selected automatically.
② If the automatic frequency selection is made again after the above operation, repeat
step ① again.
NOTE ● This function is operated when the internal receiver in the equipment is used.
● In operating this function, the frequency selection takes more or less time to
compare the receiving conditions on all the frequencies stored in the same
group. Thus, execute the operation about one minute earlier than the start
time of broadcasting.
● The receiving conditions on the automatically selected frequency are not
absolutely good because of the following circumstances:
(a) The radio propagation condition on the selected frequencies is
generally bad.
(b) The radio propagation condition is good only when the frequencies are
compared.
(c) The radio propagation condition on the automatically selected
frequencies becomes worse gradually.
MEMO ● This function can be used in all the four receiving modes (AUTO, SEMI
AUTO, MANU and Program) adopted in this equipment.
● This function can be used in the following cases:
(a) When the group channel is called by the switch MO and a numeric key.
(b) When the POWER switch is set to OFF in the automatic frequency
selection mode and then to ON.
(c) When the radio propagation condition on the receiving frequencies
becomes worse gradually.
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4.1.2 Use of Tuning Meter and RCV Monitor
① Tuned state
TUNING
The central LED is lighting or the both ends
are blinking.
② Tuning range
Allowable tuning range
The tuning range is from all lighting LEDs
to the central LED indicating the tuning
point.
The shaded area
③ Detuned state indicates the lighting
LED.
All the LEDs are extinguished.
MEMO
The same FAX broadcast is transmitted mainly on several different frequencies in the
HF band. There are frequencies that are easy and difficult (or unable) to receive the
HF-band FAX broadcasts depending upon the season, a time span and a receiving
location. The frequencies vary at all times.
Even if a FAX broadcast can be received well in the daytime, it may be unable to be
received in the nighttime. In such case, the receiving frequency should be changed
to receive the FAX broadcast well.
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4.1.3 Setting of Receiving Frequencies
Example of Indication
kHz
100Hz
For example, the frequency 7305 kHz for JMH can be preset in the following
procedure.
6
5 kHz
7
0 kHz The setting is completed.
MEMO ① If an erroneous value is entered, clear the entered frequency values with the
switch CLR and repeat t the setting from step 2.
② JMH is a call sign of a broadcasting station for FAX broadcasts in
Japan.
NOTEt The broadcasting frequencies may be subject to change.
Confirm by the latest broadcasting schedule.
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4.1.4 Storing of Receiving Frequencies
This equipment can store up to 90 receiving frequencies in memory (90 channels).
The switches to be used are 3 types: 0 ~ 9 , MI and CH .
0 ~ 9 : Used to preset a receiving frequency or channel number.
MI : Used to store an indicated receiving frequency in an indicated channel
number and indicate the next channel number.
CH : Used to store a receiving frequency in any other channel number than
that shifted up by the switch MI .
For example, if 3622.5 kHz, 7305.0 kHz and 13597.0 kHz for JMH are stored in the
channels 01, 02 and 03 respectively, the following procedure shall be executed:
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4.1.5 Recalling of Stored Frequency
(1) Operation
① Mode changeover ② Channel number setting
MO 0 ~ 9
For example, if the channels 01 and 02 are recalled sequentially, the following
operation shall be executed:
MEMO ① Push the key MO once, and the operation is changed over to the
mode for recalling a stored frequency. Then, enter the channel
numbers from the ten-key pad. The memory frequencies can be
recalled sequentially.
② Push the switch CLR when releasing the mode for recalling a memory
frequency.
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4.1.6 Use of UP/DOWN Switches
The UP/DOWN switches are used to increase or decrease a receiving frequency (as
indicated in the indicator) in 100-Hz steps.
MEMO These switches can be used with the TUNING meter when searching for a
SSB or ISB frequency.
CAUTION When pushing the switch MI after the above operation, an indicated
frequency and channel may be stored and the stored frequency and
channel may be rewritten.
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4.2 Setting FAX Receive Mode
This equipment can receive a FAX broadcast in changing the receiving mode depending
upon whether 5 types of signal as described below is contained in the FAX broadcast and
the receiving conditions.
① Start signal
② Phase signal
③ Similar signal
④ Black signal with the same width of the phase signal
⑤ Stop signal
② Phase signal
③ Similar signal
There are broadcasting
stations that transmit the black
signal or do not it.
⑤ Stop signal
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4.2.1 AUTO Mode (Automatic Receiving)
In the AUTO mode, the equipment detects the start signal, automatically presets the
parameters IOC and SCAN SPEED , and starts the recording until it detects the stop
signal and automatically stops the operation.
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NOTE ① The above operation is disabled when the switch PRG is set to ON. Set the switch
to OFF.
② The above operation is disabled when the clock is indicated. However, the
receiving continues when the clock is indicated after the recording is started.
③ When the power is set to ON, the equipment is operated in the conditions that were
preset when the power is set to OFF previously. Then, recheck the receiving
mode and the receiving frequencies.
In the SEMI AUTO mode, the recording is automatically started when the parameters
IOC and SCAN SPEED are manually preset or when the similar signal is detected, and
the recording is stopped by detecting the stop signal.
MAN
3 When the LED of the switch is OPE lighting, LED
MAN MAN
push this switch and extinguish the LED.
OPE OPE
4 Set a receiving frequency or recall a memory frequency and
MO indicate the receiving frequency in the indicator.
For the detail, refer to 4.1.3 – 4.1.4.
0 ~ 9 NOTE Select a frequency for good receiving conditions
using RCV MONITOR.
5 288 Select IOC.
576
288 and 576 are changed over alternately whenever the switch is
IOC IOC pushed.
IOC
NOTE If IOC is erroneously selected, the recorded image is
Enlarged or reduced.
IOC is different by broadcasting station.
Check it referring to the broadcasting schedule.
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6 Select SCAN SPEED. The LED of the switch pushed lights
up.
SCAN SPEED
NOTE If the scan speed is erroneously selected, the recording
60 90 120 180 240
does not start.
SCAN SPEED is different by broadcasting station.
Check it referring to the broadcasting schedule.
7 The LED is lighting in the halftone recording LED
HALF HALF
and the LED is extinguished in non-halftone
TONE TONE
recording.
Operation Description
Set the equipment to ① Phase signal or similar The recording starts.
the SEMI AUTO signal detection
mode. ② Stop signal detection The recording stops.
NOTE ① The above operation is disabled when the switch PRG is set to ON. Set the switch
to OFF.
② The above operation is disabled when the clock is indicated. However, the
receiving continues when the clock is indicated after the recording is started.
③ When the power is set to ON, the equipment is operated in the conditions that were
preset when the power is set to OFF previously. Then, recheck the receiving
mode and the receiving frequencies.
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(1) Operating Procedure
The MANU mode is preset to forcedly start the recording in the following procedure:
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SUB OPERATION Phase matching is performed. For the detailed operation, refer to the
PH
10 1
SET description “(2) Details of Phase Matching” next.
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(2) Details of Phase Matching
Condition in which the recording has started, but the phase matching is not performed:
Simir signal
Recording paper
31 23 1
Scale
• Check the position of the similar signal (which is depicted at 23 on the scale in the
above diagram).
• Make the phase matching manually.
① Push the Sub Operation switch 10 twice to indicate 2 at the 10’s digit on the
indicator.
② Then, push the switch 1 three times to indicate 3 at the 1’s digit on the
indicator.
③ Check that 23 is indicated on the indicator.
④ Push the [PH SET] switch.
SUB OPERATION
10 1 PH
SET
① ② ③ ④
Recording paper
31 23 1
Scale
• When the phase matching is completed, the similar signal is divided into two at the
left and at the right end or indicated at either of both end.
NOTE There are some broadcasting stations that do not transmit the similar
signal. In such case, make the phase matching at the break between the
images regarding it as the similar signal.
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4.2.4 Program Mode
The JAX-91 can record a FAX broadcast in the programmed mode using the internal
timer while you are absent.
4 Enter the time that is a little earlier than the current time.
0 ~ 9
Push the switches in the order of 1 3 3 0 3 0
(Example: 13:30:30)
NOTE ① The switch does not function when the switch PRG is ON.
② The clock indicates the time in 24 hours, but not in 12 hours.
③ Adjust the timer after the backup battery is used out and replaced.
④ The program receiving may not function properly if the backup battery is used
out. Recheck the program after the battery is replaced.
⑤ The service life of the backup battery is approximately 5 years.
⑥ Enter the time in all 6 digits for hour, minute and second.
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(2) Program Parameters
Unattended receiving and recording of up to 15 FAX broadcasts can be performed
during 24 hours in the program mode.
The parameters to be programmed are the following 8 items:
NOTE ① The channel can be selected out of 15 channels from channel 00 to channel 14.
② It is unnecessary to set IOC in the AUTO mode.
③ Any other broadcast cannot be programmed overlapped during the time period
from the start time to the stop time.
④ The interval between a program and another program shall be one minute or
more.
Definition of Channel
The term “channel” has two meanings for purpose of the JAX-91 equipment. Take care
not to confuse these meanings.
① Frequency channel
A frequency channel means a memory location (channel No.) to store a receiving
frequency. This equipment has a capacity of storing a total of 90 channels (90
frequencies) from channel 01 to channel 99.
• The channel number with the least significant digit 0 means a group channel (e.g.
channel 00).
• No receiving frequency can be stored in a group channel.
② Program channel
A program channel means a memory location (program No.) to store a receiving
program. This equipment has a capacity of storing a total of 15 channels (15 programs)
from channel 00 to channel 14.
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(3) Program Entry Procedure
2 0 .
8 Push the switch ENT .
ENT The characters of FREQ are
CH
blinking. PROG FREQ START STOP
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11 When selecting the AUTO mode, continously press the switch
LED MAN
until its LED goes out.
MAN OPE
OPE When selecting the SEMI AUTO mode, continuously press the
switch MAN
OPE until its LED lights up.
In programming in the AUTO mode, proceed with the following procedure after the above
procedure:
The program on
channel 00 is completed.
The next program can be
set.
15 Push the switch PRG and release the program setting mode.
PRG NOTE The program receiving is not available if the program
setting mode is released. Be sure to do this operation.
NOTE Print out the program list and confirm that the list has no TIME ERR.
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In programming in the SEMI AUTO mode, proceed with the following procedure after the
above procedure:
NOTE Print out the program list and confirm that the list has no TIME ERR.
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(4) Execution of Program Receiving
The receiving can be executed in accordance with the program as set above and in the
following procedure:
NOTE ① The program receiving in the SEMI AUTO mode is not available unless the
phase signal or the similar signal is received.
② The program receiving in the AUTO mode is not available unless the start signal
and the phase signal are received.
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4.3 Checking and Changing Programs
4.3.1 Checking Programs
The contents of a program can be checked in the following procedure:
Step Operation Switch Operating and Indication after Operation
1 POWER
ON
OFF
TIMER
Set the POWER switch to ON.
(The receiving start time and the receiving stop time are alternately
indicated.)
MAN
In the program in the OPE
288
SEMI AUTO 576
Selected IOC
receiving mode, the SCAN SPEED
Selected
right LED is lighting. 60 90 120 180 240
SCAN
In the AUTO mode,
the LED does not HALF
TONE
light.
It is indicated whether halftone is set
PRG
not.
4 Push the switch and complete the program check.
PRG NOTE The program receiving is not available unless the
program checking mode is released. Be sure to do this opeation.
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4.3.2 Changing Programs
The program that has been entered and set can be changed in the following procedure:
time
5 Enter a new data in the position to be
0 ~ 9 changed. For example, if the receiving
start time is changed from 11:40 into START STOP
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4.3.3 Clearing Programs
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4.3.4 Printing Lists
The lists of the receiving frequencies and programs stored in the equipment can be
printed out on recording paper.
2
LIST Push the switch LIST .
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Example of Printout
Group Channel
FREQUENCY LIST
(CH) FREQ. (CH) FREQ. (CH) FREQ. (CH) FREQ. (CH) FREQ.
(00) GROUP. (01) 3622.5 (02) 7305.0 (03) 13597.0 (04) 18220.0
(05) 23522.9 (06) EEEEE.E (07) EEEEE.E (08) EEEEE.E (09) EEEEE.E
(10) GROUP. (11) EEEEE.E (12) EEEEE.E (13) EEEEE.E (14) EEEEE.E
(15) EEEEE.E (16) EEEEE.E (17) EEEEE.E (18) EEEEE.E (19) EEEEE.E
2
LIST Push the switch LIST .
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NOTE ① Only the switch CLR can be operated during printing.
② When pushing the switch, the buzzer may sound with a delay (of 0 to 2sec.).
③ When NG is indicated in the column TIME ERR, the program time is
duplicated. In this case, the later program is not received. In the example as
shown in the diagram below, channel 03 and channel 04 are duplicated.
Channel 04 cannot be received.
④ Keep the interval of one minute or more between program times. In the
example below, the interval from the receiving stop time for channel 00 to the
receiving start time for channel 01 is one minute.
PROGRAM LIST
① ② ③ ④⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ ⑩
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4.4 Other Operations
The brightness of all the indicators and LEDs on the operating panel can be adjusted as
follows:
Operation Switch Operating and Indication after Operation
Whenever pushing the switch DIM , the brightness is adjusted in 4
DIM levels: OUT, DARK, MEDIUM and BRIGHT.
NOTE ① This function cannot be operated when the switch PRG is ON.
② This function cannot be operated during printing a list.
NOTE ① The internal receiver cannot receive FAX broadcasts while the LED EXT
is lighting.
② This function cannot be operated when the switch PRG is ON.
③ This function cannot be operated during printing a list.
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4.4.3 Recording Paper Feed
The paper feed can be made using the following switch:
Operation Switch Operating and Indication after Operation
Push the switch FEED . Then, the recording paper is fed up to the
FEED cutter position and stopped automatically.
The paper can be stopped when pushing the switch FEED while it is
being fed.
NOTE ① This function cannot be operated when the switch PRG is ON.
② The paper is stopped by pushing the switch PRG , REC or .
WARNING
Do not have anybody other than maintenance specialists make the
inspection and repair of the equipment inside. Otherwise, a fire or
electric shock may be caused.
For the inspection or repair of the equipment inside, please contact a
nearby JRC marketing office, branch, sales office or agent.
CAUTION
Use the JRC-specified recording paper (6ZPTS00127). If any other
unspecified paper is used, recording density blurs, paper feed failure
or a lot of dust may be caused, resulting in the damage of the
recording device.
Do not keep the recording paper in a place exposed to a high
temperature, high humidity and direct sunlight. Otherwise,
recording density blurs may be caused.
When the remaining section of the recording paper is approximately 2m long, a red band
appears in it. Then, prepare for replacing the recording paper.
The equipment will automatically stop when the recording paper is used out.
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② Pull the RECORD/RELEAS lever
for the front side (set it to the
RELEASE position) to release the
lock of the mechanism.
Spool appearance
Outer side of
the paper roll Paper roll side
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⑥ Fit the recording paper roll on the
FAX equipment and set the paper
through the metallic rod and the
rubber roller.
Metallic rod
Thermal head
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5.2 Cleaning
CAUTION
Clean the thermal head with a piece of soft cloth. Do not rub it with a
screw driver or file. Otherwise, the thermal head may be damaged.
The JAX-91 equipment is designed for maintenance-free use and does not need much
daily work, but the equipment should always be kept clean.
No smell or dust is generated in recording, but dust is generated a little because the
thermal head is contacted onto the recording paper. Therefore, clean the following
points:
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5.3 Replacing Backup Battery
CAUTION
The user may not replace the backup battery.
Even if the POWER switch on the equipment is set to OFF, some parts
may remain electrically charged, causing an electric shock or failure.
For replacing the backup battery, contact a nearby JRC marketing
office, branch, sales office or agent.
Even if the POWER switch is set to OFF, the equuipment is supplied
with a power from the backup battery. Take care not to short-circuit
the backup battery. Otherwise, the memory contents may be cleared,
resulting in a failure in the equipment.
Use the JRC-specified backup battery (ER4VP-type lithium battery
under the code NO. 5ZBBA00013). The use of any unspecified
battery may cause a malfunction or failure of the equipment.
If the indication as shown below appears on the frequency indicator when the POWER
switch is set to ON, the indication shows that the backup battery has run out.
The memory contents (receiving frequencies and receiving programs) are not cleared
unless the AC power from the terminal board on the rear side of the equipment is
disconnected.
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Work Procedure
Backup battery
NOTE • Set the POWER switch to OFF before starting the work.
• Detach three (3) screws at the equipment bottom to demount the front
panel.
• Detach two (2) screws on the left and right ends of the operating panel to
demount it.
Backup battery
④ Detach the run-out battery fitted on the PC board using the soldering iron.
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⑥ Check the following points:
・ Check that the frequencies stored in the frequency channels are the same as before
replacing the backup battery.
・ Check that the program contents stored in the program channels are the same as
before replacing the backup battery.
・ If any frequencies or programs are different from those before replacing the
backup battery, it is necessary to set the frequency channels and program channels
again.
NOTE • Even if the indication as shown below appears on the frequency indicator
after replacing the backup battery, the equipment can be operated by
setting necessary frequencies.
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5.4 Troubleshooting
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The program receiving The time indication is deviated Adjust the time to the current
cannot be made from the current time. time.
properly. The receiving start time is Correct the programs so that
overlapped for two or more their receiving start times are
programs. not overlapped.
The [MAN OPE] switch The [PRG] switch is ON. Set the [PRG] switch to OFF.
does not function.
The [FEED] switch does The [PRG] switch is ON. Set the [PRG] switch to OFF.
not function.
Any switch does not The [PRG] switch is ON. Set the [PRG] switch to OFF.
function.
The [PRG] switch does The time is indicated. Correct the indicator to
not function. FREQ.
The [MAN OPE] switch is ON. Set the [MAN OPE] switch
to OFF.
[ ] appears on The backup battery has run out. Replace the backup battery.
the frequency indicator.
Other characters than The unused program channels are Clear all the unused program
numerals are indicated not cleared completely. channels.
on the frequency
indicator.
When setting the The backup battery has run out. Replace the backup battery.
POWER switch to OFF,
the program is cleared.
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CHAPTER 6 OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
CAUTION
Do not store the recording paper in a place exposed to a high temperature, high
humidity or direct sunlight. Otherwise, recording density blurs may be caused.
Do not install the equipment in an unstable place such as on a shaky stand or
inclined surface. Otherwise, it may drop or fall down, resulting in an injury or
failure.
Do not install the equipment in a place much affected by water, moisture, steam,
dust or oily smoke. Otherwise, a fire, electric shok or failure may be caused.
Do not install the equipment in a place exposed to a direct sunlight. The high
temperature may discolor the recording paper or cause an equipment failure.
Do not install the equipment near any other radio equipment. Otherwise, a
receiving interference may be caused.
Take care of the following points to keep the operating environment in which the equipment
can operate normally:
(1) If the equipment is exposed to the direct sunlight, the temperature in the equipment
inside will become extraordinarily high. Please install the equipment in a place that is
not exposed to the direct sunlight.
(2) This equipment is not designed to have a waterproof or water-drip structure. Please
install the equipment in a room that is not affected by winds, water or sandy dust.
(3) Protect the equipment with the attached protective cover against dust and the like when
it is not used for a long time.
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CHAPTER 7 CUSTOMER SUPPORT
If you suspect that the equipment has a failure, and check the equipment again referring to
“CHAPTER 5 5.4 Troubleshooting”. If a trouble remains after your troubleshooting,
stop the use of the equipment and consult with a nearby JRC marketing office, branch, sales
office or agent.
z The repair during the warranty period is made free of charge if the equipment is operated
properly (in the normal operating conditions) in accordance with this Instruction Manual.
z The repair after expiration of the warranty period is made at the customer’s cost if the
repair can cover the functions of the equipment.
If you have any unclear points about our after-sale service, please consult with a nearby
JRC marketing office, branch, sales office, dealer or agent.
For JRC overseas offices, please refer to the List of JRC Overseas Offices attached hereto.
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CHAPTER 8 DISPOSAL OF THE EQUIPMENT
WARNING
In returning the run-out lithium battery to JRC, take the isulating
treatment such as attaching a tape to the +/– terminals (or the lead
wires). If the battery is short-circuited with no insulating treatment, a
heat, explosion or fire may be caused.
The equipment must be disposed of in accordance with the applicable regulations and
rules in your country, region (or province) or municipality. For the details, please
consult with a nearby JRC agent, dealer, representative office or marketing office.
A backup lithium battery is used in the Control Unit (CKK-534) of the JAX-91
equipment.
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CHAPTER 9 SPECIFICATIONS
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(2) Synthesized Receiver
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(4) General Specifications
Power supply: 100VAC (80V to 132V), 50/60Hz, single-phase
220VAC (160V to 264V), 50/60Hz, single-phase
Power consumption: 130VA or less
Dimensions: Approx. 480 (W) x 470 (D) x 200 (H) (incl. stand and
projections)
Weight: Approx. 25kg
Ambient temperature: –15°C to +55°C (operation guarantee)
0°C to +40° (performance guarantee)
Ambient humidity: 85% or less (at 40°C)
Coating color: Munsell 5Y8/1
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Lists of Related Products
• Consumables
• Options
Note: The above consumables and options may be subject to change without notice.
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WEATHER FACSIMILE
RECEIVER
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
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