08/07/1991 ContractCONTRACT
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THIS AGREEMENT, made and entered into this `7-A '9�a Ao 16 P 224
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AkobA,11,f 1991, A.D., by and between the Board of County
CommYssioners, Monroe County, Florida, hereinafter "C0 " and,ZEE'4�
Broadcast Products, Inc., hereinafter "CONTRACTOR".
MONRU I'DUf i ' . FLU•
WITNESSES: That the parties hereto, for the consideration
hereinafter set forth, mutually agree as follows:
I. SCOPE OF THE WORK
A. The CONTRACTOR shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment,
machinery, tools, apparatus, and transportation and perform all
other work as described in the Translator Modification Specifi-
cation, dated March 1991, as attached, and as described in
Proposal No. 7675, dated May 14, 1991, as furnished by the
CONTRACTOR.
II. CONTRACT SLN
A. The COUNTY shall pay to the CONTRACTOR for the faithful
performance of the Contract, in lawful money of the United
States, based upon the price shown in Proposal #7675, dated
May 14, 1991, a copy of the Proposal being a part of the Contract
Documents, the aggregate amount in the sum of Three Hundred
Forty -Six Thousand, Four Hundred and Fifty -Six Dollars
($346,456.00); as follows:
Translator Modification Base Bid------------------------$338,336.00
Add: Performance Bonding @ 2.4%
Total Contract Amount —
III. GENERAL PROVISIONS
8,120.00
------------------------$346,456.00
A. The CONTRACTOR agrees to indemnify the County and hold the County
harmless from and against all claims, damages, losses and
expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees in case it shall
be necessary to file an action arising out of performance of the
work herein, including bodily injury, illness or death, or for
property damage including loss of use, resulting from the
CONTRACTOR'S work.
B. EMCEE Broadcast Products, Inc. warrants that it has not employed,
retained or otherwise had act on its behalf any former County
officer or employee subject to the prohibition of Section 2 of
Ordinance 010-1990 or any County Officer or employee in violation
of Section 3 of Ordinance No. 010-1990. For breach or violation
of this provision the County may, in its discretion, terminate
this contract without liability and may also, in its discretion,
deduct from the contract or purchase price, or otherwise recover,
the full amount of any fee, commission, percentage, gift or
consideration paid to the former County officer or employee.
IV. CONTRACT TERM
A. The contract shall commence on the date on which the contract is
signed by the last party of the two parties signing the contract
and shall expire one (1) year from same date.
V. PARTIAL AND FINAL PAYMENT
A. The CONTRACTOR shall invoice the COUNTY, in accordance with the
pricing and terms as outlined in the contract documents.
Invoices shall be submitted to the Monroe County Public Safety
Division Director, 5192 Overseas Highway, Marathon, Florida
33050, for approval and processing.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this contract
the day and year first above written.
(SEAL)
ATTEST: Danny L. Kolhage, Clerk
WITNESS:
WITNESS:
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
BY:
MAYOR/CHAIRMAN
EMCEE BROADCAST PRODUCTS, INC.
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGAL
SUFFI /
BY / J CI
C ATTORNEY'S OFFICE
BOARD OF COUNTY COMbLISSIONERS, MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
TRANSLATOR MODIFICATION SPECIFICATIONS
DATE: March 1991
THIS PROCUREMENT IS FOR THE MODIFICATION OF FIVE (5) EMCEE
BROADCAST PRODUCTS TYPE TU/100 D/U TELEVISION TRANSLATORS, TO
INCREASE THE PRESENT 100 WATT OUTPUT POWER TO 1 KW, TO PROVIDE ALL
ASSOCIATED HARDWARE AND TRANSMISSION LINES, TO INSTALL AND CONNECT
TO THE BROADCAST ANTENNAS, TO PLACE THE TRANSLATORS IN OPERATION
AND VERIFY THEIR COMPLIANCE TO THIS SPECIFICATION.
THE MODIFICATION PROCEDURES SHALL MAKE MAXIMUM USE OF PRESENT
EXISTING HARDWARE AND THE MODIFIED TRANSLATORS SHALL MEET OR EXCEED
THE FOLLOWING SPECIFICATIONS.
SPECIFICATIONS
OUTPUT POWER:
1000 watt peak visual - 100 watt average aural
INPUT SIGNAL RANGE:
-80 dBm to -30 dBm
COLOR TRANSMISSION:
Compatible with NTSC Systems
INPUT/OUTPUT FREQUENCY:
Ch 59/Ch 68; Ch 43/Ch 65; Ch 40/Ch 63;
Ch 27/Ch 38; Ch 32/Ch 29
INPUT IMPEDANCE:
50 ohms, Type N connector
OUTPUT CONNECTOR:
7/8 in. EIA flange
BANDWIDTH/FREQUENCY RESPONSE: FCC - 1dB6MHz
NOISE FIGURE:
Less than 5 dB
FREQUENCY STABILITY:
300 Hz per month
FREQUENCY TOLERANCE:
.0015%
HARMONIC OUTPUT:
Less than 60 dB below peak sync
SPERIOUS OUTPUT:
Less than 60 dB below peak sync
INTERMODULATION DISTORTION: Less than 55 dB below peak sync when
measured by a three tone test with visual at
-8 dB, color at -17 dB and aural at -10 dB
below peak sync output power
DIFFERENTIAL GAIN:
0.5 dB maximum
DIFFERENTIAL PHASE:
3 maximum
GROUP DELAY:
40 nanoseconds maximum
AUDIO HARMONIC DISTORTION: Less than 1% contribution
2T - K FACTOR:
2% maximum
AGC:
Less than 1 dB output variation for a 50 dB
input signal variation
METERING:
The following functions shall be dislayed by
analog meters, in a prominent position on the
front of each cabinet housing a complete
translator.
Peak visual power
Peak visual plus aural power
Reflected power
Power supply voltages
AGC voltages
Plate voltage
Plate current
Drive power
Elapsed operating time (transmitting mode)
Filiment voltage
POWER REQUIREMENTS:
Each translator shall operate from a 208/220
VAC, 60 Hz, single phase power line and shall
not exceed 5500 watts of input power
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE RANGE: Equipment shall operate in an ambient
temperature range of 35 F to 120 F
FINAL POWER AMPLIFIER:
RCA-9017 ceramic tetrode
CABINETS:
Each translator is to be contained in a single
cabinet not to exceed 72" H x 24" W x 30" D.
Cooling air for the final amplifier must be
supplied by an integral blower and ducted to
the cabinet top terminating in a flange
suitable for connection to a central duct heat
transfer system. All cooling air used must be
passed through a filter which can be discarded
and replaced as necessary.
WEIGHT:
The weight of each translator unit shall not
exceed 750 pounds.
All equipment and components to be used in this modification must be
FCC type accepted prior to submission of bid. All components used in
the modified translators must be FCC type approved for interconnection
to operate as a complete functioning 1 KW translator. Any proposed
equipment design requiring application for FCC type acceptance after
the submission of bid or during the construction phase or on
installation is not acceptable.
LOCATION AND EXISTING FACILITIES
All five (5) EMCEE TU/100 D/U translators are now in service and are
located at N rat 24 45' 35"; W Long. 80 57' 22"; known as Grassy Key,
Monroe County, Florida. The translators are housed in an air cooled,
elevated building and operating into two (2) Bogner B4U, side mounted
on a tower whose height is 250' AGL (Grade 3' AMSL). The B4U antennas
are to be replaced by two (2) B8U antennas. a*ie eentroct-to
The Channel 32 transmitter is to be
modified to transmit Channel29 and the Channel 52 transmitter at West
Summerland modified to receive Channel 29. Equipment modification is
to be conducted on -site and all efforts made to minimize off air time.
BID EVALUATION CRITERIA
Bids will be judged on the following basis:
(a) Conformance to specifications
(b) Quality of design
(c) Experience of vendor on similar projects
(d) References from prior projects
(e) After -the -sale service commitment and accessibility for technical
assistance
(f) Delivery and installation schedule
(g) Installation plan to minimize off -air time
(h) Demonstrated ability to construct equipment meeting these
specifications
(1) Cost
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A PROPOSAL
FOR
MODIFICATION OF FIVE TELEVISION TRANSLATORS
FOR
MONROE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
PROPOSAL #7675
Submitted by: John Saul
Date: May 14, 1991
BROADCAST
PRODUCTS
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BROADCAST PRODUCTS
May 14, 1991
Monroe County
500 Whitehead
Key West, FL
Gentlemen:
Clerk of Courts
St.
33040
EMCEE is pleased to submit the enclosed Proposal Number 7675 in
response to -your Bid Invitation dated March 1991. In addition to the
items specified in your documentation, we are also including precision
frequency control modifications for 1 each transmitter at Key Largo,
Islamorada, and Grassy Key, and modification of the West Summerland
(Big Pine) site receiver input to Channel 29.
We are pleased to have earned the confidence of the people of Monroe
County and hope to be selected as the contractor for this phase of
upgrade construction. Our systems and field engineering staffs are
available toll free at 1-800-233-6193 in the event you have questions
or require additional information. Thank you for your consideration
of EMCEE. We look forward to being of service.
Yours truly,
j*hftof
John Saul
Vice President
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Enclosure
P.O. Box 68 • Susquehanna St. Ext. 0 White Haven, PA 18661 • 717.443.9575 0 800.233.6193 • FAX 717.443.9257
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION ONE: Technical Section
Specifications
Schedule A (Translator Station)
SECTION TWO: Cost Section
Price and Terms
Project Schedule
SECTION THREE: General
General
Statement
Additional Service Following Equipment Installation
Notice
Warranty
SECTION FOUR: Management
Project Management
Computer Assisted Account Management
Quality Assurance
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION FOUR (Continued)
Company History
Customer Support Services
Factory and Field Training Service
General Related Experience
Spare Parts Policy
List of Users
Why EMCEE Broadcast Products
SECTION I
TECHNICAL SECTION
BROADCAST
PRODUCTS
Client: Monroe County Board of Commissioners
Proposal #7675
Proposal Date: May 14, 1991
SPECIFICATIONS
OUTPUT POWER:
Comply
INPUT SIGNAL RANGE:
Comply
COLOR TRANSMISSION:
Comply
INPUT/OUTPUT FREQUENCY:
Comply
INPUT IMPEDANCE:
Comply
OUTPUT CONNECTOR:
Comply
BANDWIDTH/FREQUENCY RESPONSE:
Comply
NOISE FIGURE:
Comply
FREQUENCY STABILITY:
Comply
FREQUENCY TOLERANCE:
Comply
HARMONIC OUTPUT:
Comply
SPERIOUS OUTPUT:
Comply
INTERMODULATION DISTORTION:
Comply
DIFFERENTIAL GAIN:
Comply
DIFFERENTIAL PHASE:
Comply
GROUP DELAY:
Comply
Client: Monroe County Board of Commissioners
Proposal #7675
Proposal Date: May 14, 1991
SPECIFICATIONS
AUDIO HARMONIC DISTORTION: Comply
2T - K FACTOR:
Comply
AGC:
Comply
METERING:
Comply
POWER REQUIREMENTS:
Comply
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE RANGE:
Comply
FINAL POWER AMPLIFIER:
Comply
CABINETS:
Comply
WEIGHT:
Comply
FREQUENCY STABILITY:
Comply
FREQUENCY TOLERANCE:
Comply
HARMONIC OUTPUT:
Comply
SPERIOUS OUTPUT:
Comply
INTERMODULATION DISTORTION:
Comply
DIFFERENTIAL GAIN:
Comply
DIFFERENTIAL PHASE:
Comply
GROUP DELAY:
Comply
Client: Monroe County Board of Commissioners
Proposal #7675
Proposal Date: May 14, 1991
ITEM NO. QTY.
1. 5
2. 3
3. 2
4. 2
5. 2
6. 5
7. 1
8. 1
9• 1
10. 2
SCHEDULE A
MFGR. NO.
DESCRIPTION
TUA1000
1KW UHF Amplifier
EMCEE
(With 50 Watt Driver)
208/220 Vac, 60Hz, 1 Phase
POS-I-TLX
High Stability Oscillator
EMCEE
with (+- 1KHz) Freq. Tolerance
P/L C331-146-1
X16 Multiplier (Channel 29)
EMCEE
P/L B187-64-5
Oscillator (Channel 29)
EMCEE
B4UD
Transmit Antenna
Cablewave (Bogner)
3854
Bandpass Filter
MFC
(29, 32, 40, 43, 59)
6464-2
2 Channel UHF Combiner
MFC
(29 & 38)
VSWR 1.2:1
Isolation 40dB
Insertion Loss .5dB
Return Loss 20dB
6464-3
MFC
3 Channel UHF Combiner
(63,65, & 68)
VSWR 1.2:1
Isolation 40dB
Insertion Loss .5dB
Return Loss 20dB
520-508-9-002
Mark
Channel 29 Feed Horn
87R
Andrew
1 5/8" EIA Flange
Client: Monroe County Board of Commissioners
Proposal #7675
Proposal Date: May 14, 1991
SCHEDULE A
(Cont'd)
ITEM NO.
QTY.
MFGR. NO.
DESCRIPTION
11.
50'
LDFS-50A
7/8" Foam Cable
Andrew
(Jumper from Transmitter
to Combiner)
12.
10
L45R
718" EIA Flange
Andrew
13.
LOT
EMCEE
Miscellaneous Hardware
14.
LOT
EMCEE
Field Engineering Service
15.
LOT
EMCEE Tower
Antenna Installation
16.
LOT
EMCEE
Feed Horn Installation
17.
LOT
EMCEE
Field Engineering Service
(Channel Change)
18.
LOT
Andrew
Connector Attachment Charge
19.
LOT
EMCEE
300A, 1 Phase Service and
Hardware
20.
1
EMCEE
Freight
SECTION II
COST SECTION
BROADCAST
PRODUCTS
Client: Monroe County Board of Commissioners
Proposal #7675
Proposal Date: May 14, 1991
PRICING AND TERMS
TOTAL PRICE: $338,336.00
TERMS: EMCEE - Materials/Services/Freight,
80% Upon Delivery
10% Upon Commencement of Operation
10% Upon Acceptance
OEM - Materials/Outside Services
80% Upon Delivery
10% Upon Installation
10% Upon Acceptance
2% May be deducted from any invoice if payment is made in
accordance with stated terms and conditions.
QUOTE EXPIRATION: September 30, 1991
NOTE: 1. With respect to EMCEE equipment and freight charges; delivery shall
be defined as actual date of physical placement of EMCEE manufactured
materials into warehouse in Florida Keys area or upon placement of
equipment in site shelters.
2. Performance bonding will be provided at an additional cost of 2.4% of
the total price of the proposal assuming that 100% bonding is required.
Client: Monroe County Board of Commissioners
Proposal #7675
Proposal Date: May 14, 1991
PRICING AND TERMS (Cont-d)
3. With respect to EMCEE services; delivery shall be defined as
provision of required, on site, field engineering services.
4. OEM materials shall be defined as; goods of other than EMCEE
manufacture.
S. Outside services shall be defined as; any services provided by
other than EMCEE Broadcast Products Inc. personnel.
6. Delivery of OEM shall be defined as; physical placement of such
goods into warehouse, or storage area as designated by EMCEE.
7. Delivery of outside services shall be defined as; provision of
.such services including electrical work and any required sub-
contractors.
Client: Monroe County Board of Commissioners
Proposal #7675
Proposal Date: May 14, 1991
PROJECT SCHEDULE
Equipment Delivery:
EMCEE
60-90
Days
ARO
MFC
40-60
Days
ARO
Andrew
45-60
Days
ARO
Cablewave/Bogner
60-90
Days
ARO
Mark 45-60 Days ARO
EMCEE POS-1 Precision Oscillators - Shipment will typically be made
17 weeks ARO. Oscillators can be
retrofitted following installation.
Estimated completion of entire system including combiners, 90 days following
receipt of proceed to work order. Switch over of existing 100 amp AC services
to higher capacity service will entail approximately 2 days of downtime.
SECTION III
GENERAL
BROADCAST
PRODUCTS
Client: Monroe County Board of Commissioners
Proposal #7675
Proposal Date: May 14, 1991
GENERAL
The following statements shall be a condition of Sale and Acceptance of this
offering.
1. EMCEE Broadcast Products assumes no liability for obtaining any form
of permit required to perform work or install equipment in connection
with this offering.. Such forms of authorization or permits shall be
assumed to include, but not be limited to, those connected with the
following government entities; FCC, DER, EPA, Zoning Boards, Monroe
County, Local Government, Municipal Government, County Government,
State Government, Federal Government, etc.
2. The installation work offered herein is assumed to be on a contiguous
basis in time and location. If such contiguous work is made imposs-
ible by work stoppage or lack of site access, due to governement
directives or restrictions, certain additional charges may apply.
3. Suitable AC commercial power, of sufficient capacity to permit the
required upgrade must be made available to the West Summerloand site
by the local power provider. Any costs incurred in connection with
outside provision of the required AC power are not included in this
offering. Inside provision and interface with the required power,
is, however, included in this offering.
4. This offer is limited to the materials and services specifically
contained in the enclosed Schedule A. Any additional materials or
services, found to be necessary, shall only be available to Monroe
County at additional cost.
5. Monroe County shall designate a person or party to verify the provision
and installation of the materials contained in this offering. Further,
such verification shall take place within seven days of the completion
of subject work.
6. In no event, other than failure to satisfactorily complete the install-
ation subject to the conditions stated herein, will any monies due
EMCEE be withheld more than 10 days following system acceptance.
7. This offer does not include any form of performance bond. Such bond,
if required by Monroe County, shall only be available at additional
cost.
Client: Monroe County Board of Commissioners
Proposal #7675
Proposal Date: May 14, 1991
GE_ (Cont'd)
8. Additional air conditioning and ducting will be required upon
installation of the equipment offered herein. Provision of such air
conditioning and ducting is not included in this offering.
9. No architectural modifications to the existing building are included
in this offering.
10. POS-1 precision oscillators will enable +-iKHz operation relative to
the input frequency only. POS-1 oscillators are required in all
preceeding translators in order to attain +-iKHz tolerance relative to
the actual channel frequency.
11. .The existing tower will not meet EIA RS222E standards beyond the preset
height nor will it support top mounted antennas without extensive
modification of the foundations and guying system. This offer does not
include such modifications, nor does it include B8U versions of the
the antenna. It rather, includes 84UD modified antennas with higher
input power capability. Minor modification of the current applicable
FCC permits w e egal and it is assumed that7such
County will
direct thei ega and engineering counsel towardmodifications,
in connection acceptance of this offering.
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Client: Monroe County Board of Commissioners
Proposal #7675
Proposal Date: May 14, 1991
STATEMENT
The equipment offered herein will be configured as follows:
The existing EMCEE TU1A/U exciters will be removed from the TU100D/U cabinets
and placed into an EMCEE TUA1000ER amplifier. The resulting configuration
becomes;
1. EMCEE TU1000ER/U (.002% Frequency Tolerance)
2. EMCEE TU1000ER/UX (1KNz Frequency Tolerance)
Retrofit of the required precision oscillators will be made either simultaneously
upon equipment installation or as soon as possible thereafter.
NOTE: is Copies of FCC type acceptance grants are enclosed.
2. Precision oscillators will generally require a 17 week aging prior
to shipment from the source. For this reason it may be appropriate
to retrofit such oscillators following actual on site equipment
delivery.
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
WASHINGTON,D.C.20sSd :OECD AUG 11 1%86
GRANT OF EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION
Type Acceptance
f 1 Date of Grant: August 1 , 1986
Emcee Broadcast Products '
PO Box 68 31010/EQU 17.9
White Haven, PA 18661-0068 Fit* No.
L ApplIcattdated:
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June 17 9 '1986
Attention: Robert G. Nash
NOT TRANSFERABLE
EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION Is hereby Issued to the named GRANTEE. and Is VALID ONLY for
the equlpmenl Identified heroon for use under the Commisston•s Rules and Regulations Noted below.
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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
WASHINOTON,O.C.?OSSt nLCD -AUG 111986
GRANT OF EQUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION
Type Acceptance
Grant
11 1986
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Emcee Broadcast Products _
PO Box 68 31010/EQU 17.9
White Haven, PA 18661-006 8 FIN No_
L APpllcallon Baled- June 17, 1986
Attention: Robert G. Nash
NOT TRANSFERABLE
EOUIPMENT AUTHORIZATION Is hereby Issued to the nawred GRANTEE, and Is VALID ONLY for
the pulgnanl Identified heron for was Under IIN CpnlnitaIon's Rules and Rapulstltlns listed Oeloa.
FCC IDENTIFIER
Nerve of Grant"
tianufacturer
Equipment Class : Non -Broadcast Transmitter
Frequency
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Output Frequency
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1000 .002 TRANSLATOR
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Client: Monroe County Board of Commissioners
Proposal #7675
Proposal Date: May 14, 1991
ADDITIONAL SERVICES FOLLOWING EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION
EMCEE Broadcast Products will, in addition to providing customer service on a
24 hour per day basis, dispatch a field engineer to return to the Grassy Key
site twice in the one year period following initial installation. The purpose
of these visits will be to sweep check and calibrate the EMCEE TU1000 units and
verify system performance.
LIMITED WARRANTY
EMCEE warrants equipment manufactured by us to be free from defects in material
and workmanship. Complete equipment or component parts returned as defective,
prepaid to our factory, will be at our option, repaired or replaced, at no
charge, for a period of one (1) year from date of shipment as long as the equip-
ment or component part in question has not been improperly used or damaged by
external causes, such as water or lightning. Electron tubes and semiconductor
devices are excepted from this warranty and shall be warranted for a period of
not more than 90 days from date of shipment. Equipment or component parts sold
or used by EMCEE, but manufactured by others, shall carry the same warranty as
extended to EMCEE by the original manufacturer.
SECTION IV
MANAGEMENT
BROADCAST
PRODUCTS
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Every phase of development, from the moment the contract is awarded through
successful installation and acceptance of the system, is closely controlled.
by the EMCEE staff. Responsibility for proper and on -time completion of the
entire project will rest with the Systems Engineering Group. Through a
program of hands-on control and routine reporting, we have successfully and
satisfactorily completed many installations over the past years. An estab-
ished management procedure will be followed in the completion of the project.
The initial tasks of material ordering, delivery scheduling, and subcontractor
organization will be handled by the Systems Engineer who developed the list of
materials appearing in this proposal. Early in the project, an installation
supervisor from our Field Engineering Group will be selected and assigned
permanently to your project. He will be made familiar with all the installation
details of this particular project through several meetings with all EMCEE
personnel who have been involved up to that point. The installation supervisor
will then be kept abreast of any developments pertaining to the project,
including materials, delivery dates and changes, if any arise.
When the installation actually gets under way, the EMCEE Field Engineer will
have responsibility or authority over tower crews and any subcontractors.
He will exercise direct control over every operation, from antenna mounting
to equipment turn -on and alignment. .The installation supervisor will make
daily reports to EMCEE management on the status of the installation.
Along with his responsibilities for the timely execution of all the tasks
involved and the safety and conduct of the work crews, the EMCEE Field.Engineer
will be available to your staff members to keep them informed of developments.
He will contact your engineeer when his presence is necessary in making any
special examinations or decisions. He will have the authority to represent
EMCEE in any dealings with you during the installation.
In summary, because of our unequalled experience in transmission system
installation work, EMCEE will provide you with the first-rate installation
completed in a timely manner. System performance will be optimized as a
result of the employment of professional, modern installation
procedures.
COMPUTER -ASSISTED ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT
EMCEE's processing of an order of this magnitude is a very complex
matter. To meet delivery deadlines for multiple systems, the company
must carefully coordinate the ordering of materials and schedule produc-
tion very carefully. Such a task would probably be impossible without
computerization of the process.
EMCEE has implemented a Hewlett Packard/ASK MANMAN system. The system
relies on a Hewlett Packard HP3000 series 40 computer. A systems
manager has implemented the system and oversees computer operations,
interfacing with individual department managers, company officers, and
data processing personnel.
When an order is received by EMCEE, detailed information about each
piece of equipment to be supplied, channels, delivery dates, shipping
and billing information from the sales department is entered in the com-
puter by the order entry department. Thus, we have a complete data base
on the project to work from. Any modifications, additions, or deletions
can be entered as they occur. One of the outputs is a detailed acknowl-
edgment of the order, a copy of which is mailed to the customer.
The purchasing department accesses this account information to make com-
mitments to'vendors for the proper quantities of materials and com-
ponents. Purchasing schedules materials deliveries to coincide with
production scheduling in order to meet customer delivery requirements.
Production scheduling is also assisted by the computer.. The production
manager has a computer report on materials delivery and one on customer
delivery schedules. With the assistance of the computer, the production
department efficiently schedules labor on all accounts in the house.
Engineering functions, accounts payable, and accounts receivable are
also handled on the system. Management is using the computer as a tool
to efficiently and promptly meet final equipment delivery to the
customer.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
Every EMCEE unit is individually constructed at a modern plant from the
finest components available. Quality control at EMCEE is exceptionally
thorough. Every item used in the construction of EMCEE products is
inspected, upon delivery to the plant, to assure that it meets EMCEE's
rigid standards.
During each phase of production, the quality control staff scrutinizes
every PC board, subassembly, module and drawer. At four integral stages
of construction, the unit is pulled from the factory and subjected to
rigorous electrical testing. As a final step, the unit is subjected to
a complete quality control inspection after final cleanup before release
for shipment.
Recently, employees have implemented "Quality Circles." Groups meet
regularly to identify areas for improvement, discuss solutions, and make
recommendations for correction. In this way, quality control is exer-
cised before and during production, instead of after the product is
completed.
COMPANY HISTORY
Founded in 1960, EMCEE was originally located in Mount Vernon, New
York. From its inception, the major emphasis was toward the innova,
tive design and manufacture of television retransmission equipment.
As the years passed, our capabilities and product line grew, as did
the need for larger facilities, and in 1968 the company relocated in a
new 27,000 square foot facility in White Haven, Pennsylvania.
Today EMCEE is the principal manufacturer of television translators,
Instructional Television Fixed Service transmit and receive equipment,
and Multipoint Distribution Service transmitters.
Our success is largely due to emphasis on development engineering and
new products that reflect the highest level of technology. Just as
important, however, is the ability to satisfy a market place that is
resulting from the new emphasis on energy -efficiency and space-age
communications techniques.
This continuing impetus toward product development, marketing, and
sophisticated manufacturing has enabled EMCEE to maintain its
leadership position and we point with pride to the following
accomplishments:
First - 1 Kilowatt UHF Translator
First - Manufacturer to employ IF modulation
First - Solid - State 100 watt VHF Translator
First - Dual conversion Translator
First - Transmission equipment manufacturer to
employ surface acoustic wave technology.
First - Triode type ITFS and MDS Transmitter
F= - FCC type accepted combined visual/aural
1 kilowatt UHF Transmitter
First - FCC type accepted remodulated translator
First - FCC type accepted ITFS and MDS Transmitters
employing GaAsFET technology
First - Multichannel MMDS Transmitter
F_ - FCC type accepted synthesized frequency agile•
ITFS and MMDS Transmitter
EMCEE's involvement with the telecommunications industry has developed
far beyond the manufacturing of quality transmission equipment. Our
technical personnel now assume responsibility for the successful
implementation of large scale working systems. Our staff of design
and applications engineers has expanded and the production and test
department have grown tremendously. The research and test labora-
tories have been equipped with the finest instruments available.
EMCEE has grown into a full -service company prepared to meet the
increasing demands of the telecommunications industry.
CUSTOMER SUPPORT SERVICES
Technical Manuals.
Copies of complete owner's manuals will be provided with each unit
purchased. EMCEE manuals are quite extensive. In addition to complete
schematic diagrams and meticulous technical descriptions of the
construction of each unit, the manuals contain detailed information on
troubleshooting, test procedures and recommended test equipment, parts
ordering procedures, and operation instructions.
Factory Training
Engineer training on all transmitters, receivers, and repeaters is
available. EMCEE will conduct a thorough training session at the plant.
Each unit will be discussed covering details of design, construction,
testing methods, and troubleshooting techniques.
Customer Service
EMCEE offers the services of an established Customer Service Department
to support the ongoing operation of the system. The department is
comprised of two individuals: a Customer Service Manager and a Customer
Service Engineer. The responsibilities of this department include the
speedy' resolution of off -air emergencies, the administration of warranty
and nonwarranty repairs, and parts ordering.
Customer Service Engineering is available on a 24-hour-per-day basis.
During business hours the manager and engineer are available directly at
1-800-233-6193. At other times, a call to this same number allows the
caller to place a message on an automatic answering machine. The
message will be responded to typically within five to twelve hours.*
The Customer Service Engineer has authority to take speedy action to
resolve off -air situations. When an emergency call is received, the
Customer Service Engineer diagnoses the call as closely as possible by
telephone. If parts or modules are required, the department members
arrange for their immediate shipment.
On weekdays parts may be shipped via Federal Express, UPS Blue Label,
Emery Air Freight, or Eastern Sprint Service. On weekends Eastern
Sprint Service carries parts to the closest major airport. Emergency
parts usually arrive within 24 hours of the initial call.
Field Service
In the case of extreme systems failure or for periodic maintenance, your
company may wish to have an EMCEE Field Engineer on site. EMCEE's Field
Engineering Service has been organized as a department for over ten
years. Currently, the department is comprised of a Field Engineering
Supervisor and two Field Engineers, all of whom have significant
experience and training in transmitter system installation, repair, and
maintenance. Field Engineering Service will be available at prevailing
rates.
Technical Consultation Service
The expertise of EMCEE's Systems Engineering group is available to pro-
vide technical information on the interfacing of EMCEE equipment with
transmission systems. As the operating environment changes, situations
often arise which require the cooperative efforts of both your Engi-
neering personnel and the EMCEE Engineering groups.
Typically, customer Engineering personnel and EMCEE Field Engineering
people will analyze a system difficulty and perform field measurements
if necessary. The results are then reviewed by the Systems Engineering
Department, and possible solutions are recommended.
Repair Service
EMCEE offers complete repair service either in the field or at the fac-
tory. Repair work at the plant is performed by technicians in the Test
Department trained in equipment repair. Repairs completed in the past
have ranged from the replacement of minor components to complete
rebuilds of equipment damaged in flood waters.
EMCEE Field Engineers may be dispatched to any transmission site should
repair work need to be done in the field. The Field Engineers are nor-
mally equipped with proper test equipment and an adequate supply of
parts to perform prompt and thorough repairs on site.
FACTORY AND FIELD TRAINING SERVICE
EMCEE will arrange for the training of your personnel in the operation of EMCEE
equipment. This training is available to engineering personnel, either at the
EMCEE facility or in the field.
Factory training is generally supervised by the Customer Service Engineer and
follows the outline below.
I. Manual
A. The Customer Service Engineer annotates an operating manual for the
equipment on which training is being conducted. The complete manual
notes typical current draws, voltage readings, gains, and losses.
II. System
A. Signal flow within the transmitter and the function of each module are
ekplained.
B. A technical rendering of the transmit site is reviewed, and the
interrelationship of the component parts is discussed.
III. Equipment
A. Proper use of test equipment is demonstrated.
B. Instruction is given on normal operation of the equipment and on
inspection of the equipment mechanically and electrically.
C. Routine servicing and maintenance of the equipment mechanically and
electrically are demonstrated. Typical areas of concentration are the
sweeping of transmitters, lubrication and care of motors, and routine
testing procedures.
D. Both routine and emergency troubleshooting and repair of equipment are
taught in detail. Significant areas include sensitive componentry,
replacement of modules, replacement of components within modules, and
operator safety.
IV. Practice
A. The opportunity is provided to use appropriate test equipment and to
practice operating and troubleshooting the EMCEE equipment.
FACTORY AND FIELD TRAINING SERVICE (Continued)
NOTE: Appropriate test equipment is required for effective field training. The
following equipment is recommended:
1. Sweep generator
2. Oscilloscope
3. Spectrum analyzer
4. Digital voltmeter
5. Television demodulator
6. Vectorscope
1. Waveform monitor
8. Video generator
9. Power meter
10. Dummy load
GENERAL RELATED EXPERIENCE
EMCEE has extensive experience in the installation of transmitter and translator
sites. Much of this experience has been gained in our MDS and ITFS product line
which like LPTV requires towers, buildings, cable and associated equipment. We
have also installed some of the largest translator systems in the country.
These systems typically use 1 kilowatt, 100 watt, and 10 watt units intercon-
nected by microwave or by direct off -the -air pick up. Our field engineers have
been very active in performing installation, testing, training and maintenace
services similar to those required by you. Here is a brief overview of field
activity with some highlights.
An earlier major installation was the completion of the five translator system
for WWVU of Morgantown, West Virginia. The project involved the complete
installation of three communication towers, buildings and a 2 GHz microwave link.
EMCEE completed a large project for B.O.C.E.S. in Stamford, New York. During
1972, EMCEE installed translators at 15 sites for the Board of Cooperative
Educational Services.
In 1980 EMCEE installed ITFS transmitters, repeaters, and receivers at five
sites for*St. Petersburg Junior College, FL. Eventually, St. Petersburg took
delivery on equipment for eight channels of transmission.
Previously, EMCEE has completed a large multi -channel ITFS system for Mercer
County Community College.
In 1980 EMCEE provided and installed a special four -channel ITFS transmitter
system for the Diocese of Rocksville Center (Long Island). The Diocese went on
to place twelve new transmitters in service over the next two years.
The Boston Catholic television network had EMCEE install twelve ITFS transmit-
ters from 1980 to 1983.
Provision of ITFS transmitters, antennas and the lines for a
EMCEE worked closely with Dade County Schools, Florida in the installation and
three -site
transmitter system in Miami which was started in 1982. twelve
Broward County Schools in Fort Lauderdale contracted with EMCEE to install eight
ITFS transmitters in 1981-82. These units involved special cabinets at the
customers request.
EMCEE filed engineering completed turn -on and testing for the Arizona State
University ITFS system in 1982. The network includes twelve EMCEE ITFS
transmitters.
In 1979 the Oklahoma Educational Television Authority issued a contract to EMCEE
for translator installation. Oklahoma Educational Television Authority now has
translators at 15 sites completely constructed by EMCEE. The network is remote
controlled by a tone decoder type system designed and installed by EMCEE.
Included were five 1 kilowatt translators operating at the same sitIn 1979/80 EMCEE was selected by Accomack County, Virginia to install 15 units.
e, and a spe-
cial diversity reception system designed by EMCEE. The ple
extensive proof of performance testing both at the factoryoandtonasited
.for
GENERAL RELATED EXPERIENCE (Continued)
In Logan and Washington Counties of Colorado EMCEE installed a•total of 16 units
during 1981/82. The project included installation of towers, antenna and cable
as well as field testing.
In September 1983 EMCEE was selected to provide and install four 2 GHz transmit-
ters with automatic switching for the Australian Associated Press.
In January of 1984 EMCEE finalized a three translator and tower site for the
County of Rockingham, VA. The project called for extensive site testing of the
equipment.
The Monroe County Florida translator system was completed in December of 1983.
EMCEE installed four towers from 250 feet to 300 feet tall, provided building,
antennas and lines. Twenty EMCEE 100 watt UHF translators were installed
overall. Included in the project was the design and installation of a remote
monitoring system using tone decoders for controlling tower lighting. The
system brings five channels for Miami to Key West through multi -hop translators.
In 1982 EMCEE supplied the first LPTV transmitter in the USA to John W. Boler of
Bemidji, Minnesota.
Also in December of last year EMCEE installed a complete 1000 watt UHF LPTV sta-
tion for Local Power Television in LaSalle, Illinois.
EMCEE completed two MDS station installations for BA -United in the previous
twelve month period.
Late in 1984 EMCEE delivered a 5 kilowatt broadcast transmitter to KASK-TV
Las Cruces, New Mexico. The transmitter is fully remote controlled and the FCC
proof -of -performance testing was provided by EMCEE on site.
In February of 1985 EMCEE installed a four site ITFS system for Bowling Green
State University in Ohio. This involved a two channel transmit site with two
repeater sites. EMCEE installed the transmitters, antennas, and waveguide and
performed tests on the system.
In August/September 1985 EMCEE installed a multi site two-way video ITFS system
in upstate New York for BOCES. The installation included eight transmitter
systems with towers, installation and proof of performance by EMCEE.
In October 1985 EMCEE installed a redundant 100 watt MDS transmitting system in
South Korea. One transmit site and eleven receive sites were provided. As part
of the contract, EMCEE supervised the installation, provided training and did a
proof of performance in Korea.
During 1986 EMCEE manufactured and installed a nine site ITFS system for
Chattanooga State Technical College. The four channel transmit and four channel
talkback system consisted of a studio site, three repeater sites and five
receive sites. Ancillary equipment provided and installed by EMCEE personnel
included towers and fiberglass buildings.
SPARE PARTS POLICY
EMCEE maintains a computer managed inventory of spare components and devices for
customer support at all times. The purpose is to satisfy requests from custo-
mers within the shortest possible response time when an emergency situation ari-
ses and to provide the highest level of support for equipment in the field.
(EMCEE commonly supports equipment operating in excess of fifteen years after
delivery.)
The distribution of spare parts is a function of the Customer Service
Department. Delivery is generally within seven to ten days of order except when
an off -air situation is reported by the customer. In this case the order is
treated on a priority basis and delivery is often within 24-hours. During the
warranty period all parts used for repairs will be replaced or repaired entirely
at EMCEE's expense.
1000 WATT UHF TRANSLATORS 6 LINEAR AMPLIFIERS
PARTIAL LIST OF USERS
WABC-TV WPIX-TV
American Broadcasting Company 220 East 42nd Street
1330 Avenue of the Americas New York, NY 10017
New York, NY 10019 (1 Unit)
(I Unit)
Cornhusker TV Corporation
WCBS-TV
KOLN-TV
529 West
57th
Street
Lincoln, NE 68506
New York,
NY
(1 Unit)
(1 Unit)
Superintendent of Schools
WNBC-TV
Monterey County
30 Rockefeller
Plaza
Salinas, CA 93901
New York,
NY
10020
(1 Unit)
0 Unit)
Midwest Television, Inc.
WNDT-TV
WCIA-TV
309 West
58th
Street
509 South Neil Street
New York,
NY
10019
Champaign, IL 61820
(1 Unit)
(1 Unit)
WNJU-TV
Continental Urban TV
Symphony
Hall
KGSC-TV
1020 Broad
Street
San Jose, CA
New York,
NY
07102
(1 Unit)
(1 Unit)
Connecticut TV
WNYC-TV
WHNB-TV
Empire State
Building
West Hartford, CT
New York,
NY
10001
(1 Unit)
(1 Unit)
WRIK-TV
Northeastern Pennsylvania ETV
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Association
(2 Units)
Scranton, PA
(2 Units)
WSPA-TV
Board of Cooperative Educational
P.O. Box 1717
Spartansburg, SC
Services
(1 Unit)
Rexmere Park
Stamford, NY
Connecticut ETV
WOR-TV
Hartford, CT
1990 Broadway
(2 Units)
New York, NY 10018
WSKG-TV
(1 Unit)
Endwell, NY
(1 Unit)
, y
1000 WATT'UHF TRANSLATORS b LINEAR AMPLIFIERS
FAHTIAL LIST OF USERS — Continued
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
(3 Units)
Board of Cooperative Educational
Services
Chautauqua County
Fredonia, NY
(2 Units)
Coral TV
Miami, FL
(1 Unit)
WHY EMCEE?
FEATURES BENEFITS
An Ongoing Research and Provides state-of-the-art equip -
Development Department ment to the customer. Fully tested
and designed for low cost, long
lasting service.
This department keeps ahead of
developments in the field with a
commitment to reliability and ease
of maintenance in our products.
Multilevel Testing During Each product undergoes a series of
Production tests in our test lab. Components,
modules, and final assemblies are
tested at various stages and
quality control checks are per-
formed at every stage - up to and
including the final assembly.
Quality Control Commitment All levels of manufacturing are
checked before, during, and after
manufacturing. This provides a
sound tested product for years of
reliability.
Systems Engineering
In Plant Training
EMCEE Towers
EMCEE supplies complete systems.
We assist with design problems,
order all OEM parts, coordinate
shipments and install. We save
you time and money.
In most cases the training will
take place on the actual equipment
purchased prior to shipment.
Provides complete tower erection
and maintenance services allowing
the customer a one vendor interac-
tion for his system. This can save
considerable time, especially if a
bid process is required, and the
expertise and experience available
here are the highest in the
industry.
WHY EMCEE?
FEATURES
24-hour, 7 day Customer Service
Separate Inventory Of Parts
For Off -air Emergencies
Rush Repair Service At Your
Site
Field Engineering
With over twenty-five years in business,
most experienced company in the industry.
duct available from this broad experience
BENEFITS
Complete support via telephone
with our service representative.
The service representative will
address the problem immediately
and appropriate action will be
taken. The phone service rep-
resentative can provide quick
reaction on parts, field
engineering service, and talk
through assistance in problem
solving.
Most parts available at our plant
immediately. Spare modules and
parts available through Federal
Express and other shipping methods.
This service is for off -air
emergencies with turn around taking
approximately two days.
Our field engineers have many years
experience with EMCEE products and
supervising complete installations.
They guarantee you a trouble free
and timely "on air" schedule.
EMCEE Broadcast Products is the oldest
Our customers receive the best gro-
in the broadcast industry.
NOTICE
The. equipment offered herein is guaranteed to perform in accordance with
published, or otherwise agreed to, specifications. Adherence to Such specifica-
tions does not, however, guarantee freedom from, or insusceptibility to, certain
forms of electrical interference, or performance degradation such as encountered
during periods of anomalous propagation, or during exposure to radiation ema-
nating from external, manmad.e or natural, radio frequency sources. In those
cases where equipment or system performance is degraded by the aforementioned
causes and where correction might be effected by reasonable means, EMCEE
Broadcast Products personnel will, at additional cost to the purchaser, and if
so authorized by same, attempt to devise and apply appropriate remedies. In no
case, however, will EMCEE Broadcast Products assume liability for any form of
performance degradation attributable to such external causes. Further, no
liability will be assumed for the cost of measures necessary toward verification
of the cause or source of such effects, as might contribute to such degradation.
Finally, this disclaimer shall be a condition of sale and acceptance of this
offering, and shall further constitute an agreement, by the purchaser, that any
form of system performance degradation, as described herein, shall not be cause
for nonpayment of the agreed upon purchase price.