Telonics' standard line of VHF transmitters have a long history of successful performance on animals
in difficult environments. The reliable packaging technology Telonics uses when manufacturing these transmitters greatly
contributes to this success. Hermetically sealing the transmitter, battery and interconnects into a single hermetically sealed
canister is an approach which virtually eliminates the possibility of moisture penetration into the package - this is the same
technology used in the space program for maintaining high performance electronics in harsh environments.
Using hermetic packaging technology, there is no problem with moisture penetration after years of deployment unless the
canister is completely crushed. Even in difficult environments, such as applications involving marine mammals at great depths,
Telonics provides external and internal castings that help prevent such damage. No polymeric packaging technology offers this
level of reliability. All of Telonics' standard VHF transmitters are microprocessor-controlled and include various
data-gathering capabilities.
| Model |
Dimensions (in, cm) |
Canister Weight (g) |
Life @ 60BPM Standard Pow (months) |
Life @ 60BPM Min Pow (months) |
Transmitter Electronics |
Transmitter Options |
| MOD-040 |
1.4 x 0.5 3.63 x 1.3 |
16 |
0.7 |
1.8 |
MK-8 |
MS6, MA, MDC, MS4, MS5 |
| MOD-050 |
2.2 x 0.7 5.6 x 1.7 |
30 |
7.5 |
19.2 |
MK-8 |
MS6, MA, MS9, MDC, MS4, MS5 |
| MOD-073 |
1.3 x 1.0 x 0.4 3.2 x 2.8 x 1.0 |
22 |
4.1 |
10.5 |
MK-7 |
MS6, MA, MS9, MDC, MS4, MS5 |
| MOD-075 |
1.3 x 0.7 x 0.9 3.3 x 1.8 x 2.3 |
30 |
4.1 |
10.5 |
MK-8 |
MS6, MA, MS9, MDC, MS4, MS5 |
| MOD-080 |
1.3 x 0.7 x 0.9 3.3 x 1.8 x 2.3 |
36 |
8.2 |
21 |
MK-8 |
MS6, MA, MS9, MDC, MS4, MS5 |
| MOD-105 |
1.6 x 0.9 x 0.8 4.1 x 2.4 x 2.0 |
45 |
8.2 |
21 |
MK-8 |
MS6, MA, MS9, MS2, MS4, MS5 |
| MOD-125 |
1.6 x 0.9 x 0.8 4.1 x 2.4 x 2.0 |
53 |
12.3 |
31.5 |
MK-8 |
MS6, MA, MS9, MDC, MS4, MS5 |
| MOD-205 |
1.7 x 1.3 x 0.7 4.31 x 3.3 x 1.77 |
58 |
12.3 |
31.5 |
MK-8 |
MS6, MA, MS9, MDC, MS4, MS5 |
| MOD-210 |
1.7 x 1.3 x 0.7 4.31 x 3.3 x 1.77 |
75 |
16.4 |
42 |
MK-8 |
MS6, MA, MS9, MS2, MS4, MS5 |
| MOD-225 |
1.7 x 1.3 x 0.7 4.31 x 3.3 x 1.77 |
85 |
20.6 |
52.5 |
MK-8 |
MS6, MA, MS9, MDC, MS4, MS5 |
| MOD-305 |
1.4 x 1.4 x 1.1 3.55 x 3.55 x 2.79 |
83 |
12.3 |
31.5 |
MK-8 |
MS6, MA, MS9, MDC, MS4, MS5 |
| MOD-306 |
1.4 x 1.4 x 1.1 3.55 x 3.55 x 2.79 |
83 |
7.7 |
Not Available |
MK-9 |
MS6, MS9, MDC |
| MOD-310 |
1.4 x 1.4 x 1.1 3.55 x 3.55 x 2.79 |
88 |
16.4 |
42 |
MK-8 |
MS6, MA, MS9, MDC, MS4, MS5 |
| MOD-311 |
1.4 x 1.4 x 1.1 3.55 x 3.55 x 2.79 |
88 |
10.3 |
Not Available |
MK-9 |
MS6, MS9, MDC |
| MOD-315 |
1.4 x 1.4 x 1.1 3.55 x 3.55 x 2.79 |
100 |
20.6 |
52.5 |
MK-8 |
MS6, MA, MS9, MDC, MS4, MS5 |
| MOD-316 |
1.4 x 1.4 x 1.1 3.55 x 3.55 x 2.79 |
100 |
10.4 |
Not Available |
MK-9 |
MS6, MS9, MDC |
| MOD-335 |
1.4 x 1.4 x 1.1 3.55 x 3.55 x 2.79 |
105 |
24.7 |
63 |
MK-8 |
MS6, MA, MS9, MDC, MS4, MS5 |
| MOD-336 |
1.4 x 1.4 x 1.1 3.55 x 3.55 x 2.79 |
105 |
12.5 |
Not Available |
MK-9 |
MS6, MS9, MDC |
| LB-36 |
1.68 x 0.8 x 0.5 4.26 x 2.03 x 1.27 |
14.5 |
4.1 |
10.5 |
MK-8 |
MS6, MA, MS9, MS2, MS4, MS5 |
| LB-81 |
1.55 x 0.8 x 0.75 3.94 x 2.03 x 1.91 |
33 |
8.2 |
21 |
MK-8 |
MS6, MA, MS9, MS2, MS4, MS5 |
The MK8 Transmitter is a single frequency, microprocessor controlled pulsed-CW transmitter,
designed for operation in the 140 - 220 MHz frequency range.
| Frequency Range |
140 - 220 MHz |
| Frequency Tolerance |
±17 ppm max @ 25°C
±25 ppm max -40°lC < Temp < +60°C
(<7ppm typical w/ variation in load impedance - 6:1VSWR)
(<3ppm typical over supply voltage range at room temperature)
|
| Temperature Range |
-40°C to +60 °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.)
|
| Shutdown Component |
Externally shutdown by presence of a small magnet |
| Output Power |
| Output Power Option |
Peak Power Output Levels Relative to Standard Power |
| Low |
0.5 x |
| Standard |
1 x |
| High |
2 x |
| Extra high |
5 x |
|
| RF Pulse Width |
15 msec standard
Can optionally be configured from 12 - 255 msec
|
| Pulse Period |
Configurable from 200 - 10000 msec (6-300 Bpm) |
| Spurious Emissions |
Non-coherent Spurs <-50 dBc |
| Harmonic Suppression |
Coherent Spurs <-10 dBc |
| Available Sensors |
Motion (Hg switch - activity/mortality) - options MS6, MA
Position (Hg switch - head up/head down) - option MS9
Temperature Triggered Mortality Sensor - option MS5
Temperature Measurement Sensor - MS4
| Option |
Resolution at standard center temperature of 37°C |
Calibrated Accuracy |
| MS4-400 |
0.4 deg |
±(0.6°C + cal. uncertainty*)
±20°C from center temperature
|
| MS4-400 |
0.4 deg |
±(0.9°C + cal. uncertainty*)
±40°C from center temperature
|
| MS4-410 |
0.1 deg |
±(0.15°C + cal. uncertainty*)
±10°C from center temperature
|
*(Note: "Cal. uncertainty" is the error inherent in the calibration procedure. This value is
dependant on the end users calibration procedure and equipment accuracy.
For example, if the calibration process measures temperature to within ±0.1°C, then the
MK8 calibrated accuracy would be:
- For 0.4 deg resolution option
±(0.6deg + 0.1deg) = ±0.7degC (±20°C)
±(0.9deg + 0.1deg) = ±1.0degC (±40°C)
- For 0.1 deg resolution option
±(0.15deg + 0.1deg) = ±0.25degC (±10°C)
|
| Seasonal Timing |
8 factory programmable on-off duty cycles - option MDC
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 |
|
| FCC Emission Designator |
1k00P0N * California Users - The MK8 transmitter exceeds the emission designator
requirement of 2k00P0N for operation in California. The MK8'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.
|
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.)
|
| 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 |
|
| 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)
|
| 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 |
|
| 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.
|