| Dimensions (in, cm) |
Canister Weight (g) |
Life @ 60BPM
Standard Pow (months) |
Life @ 60BPM
Min Pow (months) |
Transmitter Electronics |
Transmitter Options |
3.0 x 2.7 x 1.9
7.62 x 6.85 x 4.82 |
485 |
95.3 |
Not Available |
MK-9 |
MS6, MS9, MDC |
Telonics designed the MOD-601 transmitter configuration for large mammals.
Operational Life Information
Specifications for Transmitter Electronics
MK9 Transmitter General Specifications
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The MK9 Transmitter is a single frequency, microprocessor controlled pulsed-CW transmitter,
designed for operation in the 140 - 220 MHz frequency range.
| Frequency Range |
145-160 MHz, 160-175 MHz, 175-190 MHz, 210-230 MHz
The MK9 can generally be programmed in 10 kHz steps within a
given frequency range (e.g. 148.010 - 148.020 MHz). Intermediate
steps may be available - contact factory for details. |
| Frequency Tolerance |
Better than ±25 ppm over temperature and voltage range |
| Temperature Range |
-30 to + 50°C (Note: Temperature range is for the transmitter only. The power supply
must provide the required peak current and voltage requirements for the transmitter over the
expected temperature range.)
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| Shutdown Component |
Externally controllable by presence of a small magnet |
| Output Power |
Programmable standard/ high power (1x/ 2x measured into 100Ω load).
| Output Power Option |
Peak Power Output Levels
Relative to Standard Power |
| Low |
Not Available |
| Standard |
1 x |
| High |
2 x |
| Extra high |
Not Available |
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| RF Pulse Width |
Configurable from 15 - 250 msec |
| Pulse Period |
Configurable from 400 - 2000 msec (30-150 Bpm) |
| Spurious Emissions |
<-40 dBc at frequency offset > 10 kHz from carrier |
| Harmonic Suppression |
Better than 30 dB (>40 dB typical) |
| Available Sensors |
Option MS6 - Mortality Sensor (parameters are user programmable)
Option MS9Tip Switch (head up/head down - user programmable)
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| Seasonal Timing |
Option MDC - 8 programmable seasons, 8 programmable on-off duty
cycles within each season. Programmable real-time clock control
seasons and duty cycles. Programming can be completed at the factory
or in the field with the purchase of software. Typical timing accuracy of
<± 30 min/yr is reasonable for most applications. Chart reflects known error limits.
| Temperature (°C) |
Error Limits (min/yr) |
| -40°C |
~ -73 to -105 (extrapolated) |
| -20°C |
-25 to -58 |
| 0°C |
2.6 to -29 |
| 25°C |
±16 |
| 50°C |
2.6 to -29 |
| 70°C |
-25 to -58 |
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| FCC Emission Designator |
1k00P0N * California Users - The MK9 transmitter exceeds the
emission designator requirement of 2k00P0N for operation in
California. The MK9's 1k00P0N emission designator is identical to
2k00P0N except that it occupies only half of the 2 kHz bandwidth
allowed by the State of California for wildlife tracking.
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VHF Transmitter Option Descriptions
Opt. MS6 Mortality-Motion Sensor. Provides "active or alive" or "inactive or dead"
pulse period depending on activity state of the study animal. A motion-sensitive switch is
incorporated in the unit to detect animal movements. The microprocessor continuously
monitors the motion switch to determine when motion occurs. Once per second, the
microprocessor increments an "activity counter" if motion was detected during the preceding
one-second time period. This "activity counter" keeps a running total of the number of times
motion was detected over a user-programmable mortality evaluation time (128 sec to 6 days).
The active pulse period is maintained as long as the number of switch closures in the
mortality evaluation time is greater than the mortality threshold. If the number of switch
closures falls below the established threshold, the unit produces the inactive period. A
separate resurrection threshold allows the unit to return to the active pulse period. If the
number of activity counts during the evaluation interval exceeds the resurrection threshold,
the unit will immediately assume the active pulse period.
Notes:
The microprocessor updates the "inactive" pulse period at intervals of 1/16th of the
evaluation interval. This means that the actual time between cessation of motion and
initiation of the "inactive/dead" pulse period could be up to 6.25% longer than the
evaluation period.
Opt. MS9 Tip Switch Sensor. Transmits one of two different pulse rates depending
on orientation of transmitter. Usually designed to switch pulse rates as it passes through
an angle of 0° (parallel to horizontal). Other switching angles may be selected with
some configurations (factory set within 10°).** Typical uses include monitoring "head
"up" and "head down" positions.
Note:
The MK9 transmitter integrates the time spent "head up" vs "head down" with ~0.5sec time
constant. If the transmitter position changes rapidly with respect to the integration time
constant, the resulting pulse period will be between the "head up" and "head down" pulse
period, providing an indication of the average amount of time the transmitter spent in the
two positions.
Opt. MDC MK9 Duty Cycles. Transmitters can be programmed for up to eight
sequential time periods or "seasons", generally used to extend transmitter life. During each
season, the transmitter may be "enabled" or "disabled". Timing is controlled by a
Real-Time-Clock, allowing seasons to start and end on any desired calendar date and time,
regardless of when the transmitter is initialized. Once the transmitter enters the last
programmed "season", it continues to operate under the last season's parameters for the
duration of the transmitter's lifetime.
Within each season, the transmitter may be programmed with an on/off "duty cycle" to further
extend transmitter lifetime. Each on/off cycle can be defined in one hour increments from
1 hour to 255 hours (about 10.6 days).
Collar Options
Standard collars (static)
Expansion/Breakaway Collars
Specifications
Mechanical
| Size | 3.0 x 2.7 x 1.9
7.62 x 6.85 x 4.82 |
| Weight | 485 grams |
| Packaging | Hermetic 1 |
| Allowable leak rate | < 1 part in 106 atmospheric CC per second 2 |
Electrical
Operational
| Minimum operating temperature | -40° C |
| Maximum operating temperature | 65° C |
| Operational life | 95.3 months @ 60 BPM and 25° C |
1: All electronic components, including batteries, sensors, and power sources are totally enclosed
in a hermetically sealed metal housing, which is plated to resist corrosion. All external
connections (antennas) are made through military approved glass-to-metal feed-throughs.
2: Helium leak bomb test- capable of operational life in 100% humidity, or while fully submerged
in fresh water. (Transmission range will be reduced while transmitter is submerged.)
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Service Commitment
Since 1970, Telonics has built a reputation based on product quality, product support, service,
and customer satisfaction. Telonics strives to produce the highest quality products, and to
support those products accordingly.
Because of extreme conditions and the unpredictable nature associated with most telemetry
applications, problems occasionally arise. Most problems can be resolved quickly. In all cases,
we hope to be able to work in partnership with users to resolve problems to the user's
satisfaction and to uphold our demonstrated commitment to excellence. If problems should arise,
all products must be returned to our factory for failure analysis.
Warranty: VHF Transmitting Subsystems
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The VHF Transmitting Subsystem includes the following main components: internal digital and radio
frequency electronics comprising the transmitter, power supply (battery), exterior packaging,
transmitting antenna and attachment. A refurbished Subsystem is warranted as if the Subsystem was
purchased new, unless otherwise stated.
Telonics warranties only the following with respect to the Subsystem:
1.1 The internal electronics (excluding batteries) are warranted to be free from defects in
materials and workmanship and to perform to the operational specifications over the specified
operating temperature range as published by Telonics for the rated operational life of the
Subsystem (as recorded on the final test data sheet accompanying the unit), up to a maximum of
three (3) years from the date of initial shipment of the Subsystem by Telonics.
1.2 The exterior packaging integrity of hermetically sealed subsystems are warranted for
the full operational life of the Subsystem, up to a maximum of three (3) years from the
date of initial shipment of the Subsystem by Telonics.
1.3 The exterior packaging integrity of polymerically sealed subsystems are warranted for the
operational life of the Subsystem, up to a maximum of one (1) year from the date of initial
shipment of the Subsystem by Telonics.
Limitations:
Although each Subsystem is supplied with a power supply in the form of a battery, Telonics does
not manufacture batteries (electrochemical cells), and therefore cannot warranty the battery
lifespan, mechanical integrity or other battery performance issues. However, Telonics conducts
extensive testing of all types of electro-chemical subsystems to determine suitability to the
application. Once an electrochemical system is chosen for a configuration, testing procedures are
employed at Telonics to evaluate every individual battery that is installed in each transmitting
subsystem. Even using these advanced testing procedures it is not possible to determine a specific
battery's lifespan or mechanical integrity.
Telonics conducts tests to assure that each unit is transmitting at the power level selected by
the user. Actual range performance is a system characteristic dependent upon numerous conditions
including receiver sensitivity and noise figure, receiving antenna tuning and pattern,
transmitter antenna integrity, line of sight conditions in the field, and vegetation and habitat
conditions and other factors specific to individual study sites. Therefore it is not possible to
warranty a minimum range that will be achieved for units deployed in the field.
"Packaging integrity" as applicable to 1.2 and 1.3 above, is limited to normal wear as
encountered on the animal.
It is the purchaser's obligation to make certain that it orders the correct size and type of
Subsystem for the particular type and size of animal that the Subsystem will be applied to, and no
warranty is expressed or implied for any failure to meet operational specifications due in whole
or in part to use of an incorrect size or type of Subsystem.
No warranty is expressed or implied with regard to abnormal events or damage due to human actions
such as gunshot damage, vehicle encounters, etc. Further, no warranty is expressed or implied with
regard to damage resulting from misuse, accidents, unauthorized service, extreme conditions, or
other causes not specifically enumerated herein.
The entire risk, as to the results and performance of the Subsystem, is assumed by the customer.
Neither Telonics, nor its suppliers, shall have any liability to the customer or any other person
or entity for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damage whatsoever, regardless
whether Telonics has been told of the possibility of such damages or that such damages might be
foreseeable. Telonics has no responsibility or liability for the claims of any third party.
Telonics' and its suppliers' maximum aggregate liability shall not exceed the amount paid by the
customer for the Subsystem.
Exercising the Warranty
If a defect occurs, return the Subsystem to Telonics within the applicable time frame noted above
at the following address: TELONICS, 932 E. IMPALA AVENUE, MESA AZ USA 85204-6699. Telonics does
not assume responsibility for loss or damage to equipment during shipment. Telonics does not
assume responsibility for delays resulting from shipment on commercial or private carriers. We
insure all equipment shipped from our facility and suggest that shipments to Telonics also be
insured. Customer shall arrange for and pay all shipping, insurance and related charges incurred
in the shipment of Subsystems to and from Telonics under this warranty.
Upon the timely return to our facility within the applicable time frame noted above, if the
exterior packaging integrity and/or internal electronics (excluding batteries) are defective, the
Subsystem will be replaced or repaired, at Telonics' sole discretion, at no cost to the customer,
other than shipping charges. This remedy is the exclusive remedy. This product is supplied without
any further warranties or conditions, expressed or implied, including warranties of
merchantability, quality or fitness for particular reason or those arising by laws, statutes or
trade usage or course of dealing.
The above warranty extends only to the original purchaser and does not cover any Subsystem which
is resold or otherwise transferred from the original purchaser to another party. The warranty will
be extended to customers who purchase the Subsystem directly from a Telonics-authorized distributor.
