The
Model JBIII is not just another digital announcer that comes
close to the operational requirements for an A.T.I.S
Announcement System. The unit is designed specifically for the
air traffic control market.
The JBIII is solid state incorporating the latest voice
storage technology (Flash Memory). The system represents the
culmination of years of experience in the Air Terminal
Information Announcement marketplace.
The
JBIII Digital
Announcement System is able to record and continuously output
(play) the A.T.I.S
broadcast
into the transmitter.
The
Automated
Terminal Information System
or A.T.I.S
(pronounced AY-tis) is a recorded message that provides pilots
with current airfield and weather information. These
recordings provide information such as the present winds,
altimeter settings, active runways, airfield hazards or any
other pertinent airfield information relative to the safety of
flight. Each recording is normally updated hourly,
however, at times of rapidly changing weather conditions the
recording may be updated as often as necessary. A phonetic
letter, which changes, identifies each recording with each
updated broadcast. A.T.I.S
broadcasts
are often also simulcast on the local VOR, VOT, or
VHF Omni Range test transmitter.
The
JBIII
allows recording a new A.T.I.S
broadcast message without interrupting the actual message being transmitted. After the new message is recorded it can be
made active meaning from now on the new A.T.I.S
broadcast
is transmitted.
In
addition the JBIII digital
message repeater allows connecting a dialup phone line making
the broadcast message accessible by phone. The broadcast
message can be recorded locally (front panel) or remotely using
a standard phone with dual tone dialing (DTMF).
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