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FR19B

The Presentor FR Fast Response analogue moving coil panel meter is designed for broadcast and professional audio applications where fast, clear level indication is required. It complements the established Industrial and Audio Level Presentor ranges, offering performance close to that of a full specification PPM meter while remaining a cost-effective option for modern broadcast and audio equipment.

The Presentor FR is a DC milliammeter with response characteristics based on IEC 268-10, giving it fast ballistic performance suitable for programme level monitoring. The general construction of the meter conforms to the relevant parts of BS89, EN 60 051, and IEC 51, supporting reliable use in demanding panel meter applications.

The range is available in multiple sizes and four mounting styles, allowing it to be used across a wide range of equipment layouts. Its modern, flexible styling and modular construction make it suitable for both new product designs and replacement applications where quality, readability, and affordability are important.

The FR range uses a taut band centre magnet movement as standard, with a 26 mm diameter barrel. This rugged movement provides dependable performance and is suitable for both fixed and portable equipment. The design is unaffected by mounting on ferrous panels, meaning there is no calibration change when installed in metal enclosures or console panels.

With its white-on-black dial, tube pointer, and flattened arc scale, the Presentor FR is designed to be easy to read in professional environments. A white dial can also be specified if required.

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Range and Application

  • Fast response analogue moving coil panel meter
  • Designed for broadcast and professional audio level monitoring
  • Offers performance close to a full specification PPM meter
  • Complements the Presentor Industrial and Audio Level ranges
  • Suitable for fixed and portable applications
  • Cost-effective solution for modern broadcast market requirements
  • Modern, flexible styling
  • High quality modular construction

Sizes and Styles

Available in four mounting styles, with sizes offered across the Presentor range:

  • Simple back-of-panel mounting
  • Back-of-panel mounting with accompanying bezel
  • Front-of-panel mounting with lower mask
  • Front-of-panel mounting with full bezel

Construction

  • Transparent acrylic front
  • High-impact translucent rear body moulding
  • Black ABS moulded masks and bezels
  • Durable construction for demanding applications
  • Modular design for flexible installation
  • Suitable for use in equipment panels, consoles, racks, and portable units

Movement

  • Taut band centre magnet movement fitted as standard
  • 26 mm diameter movement barrel
  • Rugged movement construction
  • No calibration effect when mounted on a ferrous panel
  • Suitable for portable or fixed equipment
  • Designed for reliable fast response indication

Electrical Specification

  • DC milliammeter
  • Full-scale deflection: 1 mA
  • Terminal resistance for Presentor FR range: 465 Ω ±15%
  • Performance close to full specification PPM meters
  • Response based on IEC 268-10
  • General meter build conforms to relevant parts of:
    BS89
    EN 60 051
    IEC 51
  • Full specification PPM meter comparison reference:
    PPM terminal resistance: 600 Ω ±5%
  • Overswing variation may occur from nominal Presentor response curves
  • Unlike full specification PPM indicators, each FR meter is not individually adjusted for ballistics
  • Ballistic performance falls within normal manufacturing process parameters

Pointer and Dial

  • Tube pointer for clear indication
  • Flattened arc scale for improved readabilit
  • Standard dial is white on black
  • White dial available as an option
  • Standard scale based on the 1 to 7 PPM layout
  • Designed for easy reading in broadcast and audio monitoring environments

Zero Adjustment

  • Zero adjuster normally positioned on the front for surface-mounted styles:
    M type
    B type
  • Zero adjuster normally positioned on the rear for behind-panel styles:
    W type
    WF type
  • Alternative zero adjuster positions can be specified

Operating Temperature

  • Operating temperature range: -25°C to +55°C

Illumination Options

Comprehensive illumination options are available:

  • Overhead illumination
    Available for W and WF styles
    Uses 6 mm festoon-style lamp
  • Light box illumination
    Available for all styles for types 29 and 39
    Uses either festoon lamps or T1¾ flanged lamps
  • LED illumination
    Internal LED illumination available
    Suitable for all sizes and types

Terminals and Connections

  • 6 mm tabs supplied as standard
  • Threaded studs available as an option
  • Flying leads available as an option
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