The TX326 is a satellite transmitter that uses the Meteosat satellite system to provide one-way communications from a data collection platform (DCP) to a receiving station.
Meteosat is a system of geostationary meteorological satellites operated by EUMETSAT (European Organisation for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites). Geostationary satellites have orbits that coincide with the Earth's rotation, allowing each satellite to remain above a specific region. EUMETSAT is an intergovernmental organization created through an international convention of European countries.
Leia maisThe TX326 transmitter uses the Meteosat satellite system to provide one-way communications from a data collection platform (DCP) to a receiving station. Supported transmission rates are 100 (SRDCP) and 1200 (HRDCP) bps. This transmitter is used with our CR300, CR310, CR1000X, and CR6 dataloggers, as well as with our GRANITE measurement and control data-acquisition systems.
Because clock accuracy is critically important for Meteosat satellite telemetry, the TX326 includes an embedded GPS receiver. The GPS receiver automatically corrects for clock and oscillator drift, allowing for longer intervals between service visits.
Detailed diagnostic information about the radio is also available for the field technician and various diagnostic uses. These diagnostic parameters include the following:
On the Ordering Information page of the website, ensure you order the correct cable option to meet your needs.
Transmissions Supported |
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Data Format |
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Transmit RF Out Connector | Type N jack |
Radio Module | OmniSAT-3 |
Operating Temperature Range | -40° to +60°C |
Storage Temperature Range | -55° to +75°C |
EUMETSAT DCP Radio Certification (2013-003) |
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Time-of-Day Clock | Accurate to 20 ms with GPS receiver. |
Case Dimensions | 15.88 x 12.7 x 4.57 cm (6.25 x 5 x 1.8 in.) not including connectors |
Maximum Dimensions | 15.88 x 14.99 x 4.57 cm (6.25 x 5.9 x 1.8 in.) including connectors |
Weight | 0.77 kg (1.7 lb) |
Supply Power |
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Supply Voltage Range | 10.5 to 16 Vdc |
Typical Current Drain |
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Connector | 2-pin screw terminal, 0.2 in. pitch |
Power Protection |
Up to 23.1 V (reverse polarity and overvoltage) Total system current is fused at 5 A with replaceable fuse |
Satellite Communication |
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Baud Rates | 100 (tolerance ±0.005 bps) and 1200 bps (tolerance ±0.06 bps) |
Transmit Power (100 baud) |
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Transmit Power (1200 baud) |
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Frequency Range - Meteosat | 402.0355 MHz (channel #1) to 402.4345 MHz (channel #267) (267 channels with a 1.5 KHz channel bandwidth each.) |
Frequency Range - International | 402.0025 MHz (channel #268) to 402.034 MHz (channel #289) (21 channels reassigned from international bandwidth 1.5 KHz.) |
Initial Frequency Stability |
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Channel Bandwidth | 100/1200 Baud 1.5 KHz |
GPS Receiver |
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-NOTE- | The TX326 can source up to 19 mA at 2.7 V for an external GPS antenna. Campbell Scientific recommends a maximum antenna Low-Noise Amplifier (LNA) of 1.5 dB. |
Maximum RF Input Gain | 25 dB |
Receiver Type | 3.3 V active |
Connector Type | SMA jack |
Timekeeping |
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Initial Accuracy | ±100 μs (synchronized to GPS) |
Drift | ±40 ms/day (without GPS) |
GPS Schedule | 1 fix at power up (updated at roughly an 11-hour rate) |
Transmission Continuation without GPS Fix | 6 days |
Interface Connectors |
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RS-232 | DB9 M, DTE, 3-wire RS-232 |
Please note: The following shows notable compatibility information. It is not a comprehensive list of all compatible products.
Product | Compatible | Note |
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CR1000 (retired) | ||
CR1000X | Requires OS version 4 or greater. | |
CR300 | Requires OS version 10 or greater. | |
CR3000 (retired) | ||
CR310 | Requires OS version 10 or greater. | |
CR350 | Requires OS version 10 or greater. | |
CR6 | Requires OS version 10 or greater. | |
CR800 (retired) | ||
CR850 (retired) |
Product | Compatible | Note |
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Granite 10 | ||
Granite 6 | ||
Granite 9 |
GRANITE-series, CR6, CR1000X, or CR300-series data logger program for the TX326 and TX325 that sets up self-timed and random transmissions and reads diagnostic information. Another program is available for the TX325 with the CR3000, CR1000, or CR800-series data loggers because they are programmed differently.