EN 61305-2:1998
(Main)Household high-fidelity audio equipment and systems - Methods of measuring and specifying the performance - Part 2: FM radio tuners
Household high-fidelity audio equipment and systems - Methods of measuring and specifying the performance - Part 2: FM radio tuners
Applies to household high-fidelity radio tuner units with facilities for reception of frequency modulation sound broadcasts with a rated maximum system deviation of ±75 kHz, using the pilot-tone system for sterophonic broadcasting. May be applied to systems using a rated maximum system deviation of ±50 kHz by decreasing all the stated deviations in proportion.
Hi-Fi-Geräte und -Anlagen für den Heimgebrauch - Verfahren zur Messung und Angabe der Leistungskennwerte - Teil 2: FM-Rundfunk-Empfangsteile
Equipements et systèmes audio grand public haute fidélité - Méthodes pour mesurer et spécifier les performances - Partie 2: Récepteurs radio FM
S'applique aux récepteurs radio haute fidélité pour usage grand public pouvant recevoir des émissions de radiodiffusion à modulation de fréquence, ayant une excursion nominale maximale de ±75 kHz et utilisant un système pilote destiné à la radiodiffusion stéréophonique. Peut s'appliquer aux systèmes utilisant une excursion nominale de ±50 kHz si l'on diminue toutes les excursions définies dans la même proportion.
Household high-fidelity audio equipment and systems - Methods of measuring and specifying the performance -- Part 2: FM radio tuners (IEC 61305-2:1997)
General Information
Overview
EN 61305-2:1998 (CLC adoption of IEC 61305-2:1997) specifies standardized methods for measuring and specifying the performance of household high-fidelity FM radio tuners. The standard applies to tuners designed for frequency modulation sound broadcasts with a rated maximum system deviation of ±75 kHz (with proportional adjustments allowed for ±50 kHz systems) and using the pilot-tone stereophonic system. It is intended to be read together with Part 1 of IEC 61305 and references measurement conditions from IEC 60315-1 and IEC 60315-4.
Key measurement conditions in the standard include: a radio-frequency input level of 70 dB(fW) (equivalent to 1.7 mV e.m.f. in a 75 Ω system) and a reference audio modulation of 1 kHz at ±67.5 kHz deviation (stereo channels modulated in phase) for 0 dB reference output level.
Key Topics
- Noise-limited sensitivity: Measured as input level in dB(fW) to achieve a 50 dB signal-to-noise ratio using the wide-band filter and true RMS meter specified in IEC 60315-4.
- Effective frequency range: Range over which response does not vary by more than ±1.5 dB from the 1 kHz reference.
- Total harmonic distortion (THD): Specified measurement conditions include stereo mode, 1 kHz modulation and deviations across stated ranges; distortion validity requires components to be at least 10 dB above noise.
- Channel separation and interchannel gain difference: Measured across defined frequencies (250 Hz to 12.5 kHz) with appropriate pre-emphasis (50 µs or 75 µs) as per Table 1.
- Signal-to-noise ratios: Unweighted (band-limited) and A-weighted SNRs referenced to the specified 1 kHz modulation level.
- Selectivity and spurious response: Measurements depend on ITU region (Region 1 vs Regions 2/3) with defined off-tune offsets (X and Y) and associated deviation values.
- Capture ratio, AM suppression, image and IF rejection: Methods referenced to IEC 60315-4 clauses.
- Suppression tests: Subcarrier, pilot-tone, SCA and RDS interference measurements, including optional ARI test where applicable.
Applications
- Provides manufacturers and test labs with a harmonized test bench and reporting framework for FM tuner performance in consumer Hi‑Fi equipment.
- Facilitates consistent specification of sensitivity, distortion, selectivity and SNR in product datasheets and compliance reports.
- Supports broadcasters, regulators and equipment integrators in verifying receiver performance across different ITU regions and pre-emphasis schemes.
High-fidelity sensitivity (recommended reporting): the lowest RF input level meeting these criteria-effective frequency range ≤40 Hz to ≥12.5 kHz; THD ≤1 %; channel separation ≥30 dB at 6.3 kHz and ≥20 dB at 12.5 kHz; unweighted SNR ≥57 dB.
Related Standards
- IEC 60315-1: Methods of measurement on radio receivers - general measurements
- IEC 60315-4: Methods of measurement on FM broadcast receivers
- ITU-R BS.450-2, BS.412-7, BS.704 and BS.641: FM broadcast planning and reference receiver characteristics
These referenced documents define test setups, filters and regional parameters cited throughout EN 61305-2:1998.
Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-april-1999
Household high-fidelity audio equipment and systems - Methods of measuring and
specifying the performance -- Part 2: FM radio tuners (IEC 61305-2:1997)
Household high-fidelity audio equipment and systems - Methods of measuring and
specifying the performance -- Part 2: FM radio tuners
Hi-Fi-Geräte und -Anlagen für den Heimgebrauch - Verfahren zur Messung und Angabe
der Leistungskennwerte -- Teil 2: FM-Rundfunk-Empfangsteile
Equipements et systèmes audio grand public haute fidélité - Méthodes pour mesurer et
spécifier les performances -- Partie 2: Récepteurs radio FM
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 61305-2:1998
ICS:
33.160.30 Avdio sistemi Audio systems
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
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61305-2
INTERNATIONAL
Première édition
STANDARD
First edition
1997-11
Equipements et systèmes audio grand public
haute fidélité – Méthodes pour mesurer et
spécifier les performances –
Partie 2:
Récepteurs radio FM
Household high-fidelity audio equipment
and systems – Methods of measuring and
specifying the performance –
Part 2:
FM radio tuners
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CONTENTS
Page
FOREWORD . 5
Clause
1 General. 7
1.1 Scope. 7
1.2 Normative references. 7
1.3 Conditions for measurement . 9
1.3.1 Electrical conditions. 9
1.3.2 Climatic conditions. 9
1.4 Reference audio-frequency output level. 9
2 Methods of measurement . 9
3 Contents of specifications. 15
Table 1 – Pre-emphasis characteristics . 17
61305-2 IEC:1997 – 5 –
INTERNATIONAL ELECTROTECHNICAL COMMISSION
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HOUSEHOLD HIGH-FIDELITY AUDIO EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS –
METHODS OF MEASURING AND SPECIFYING THE PERFORMANCE –
Part 2: FM radio tuners
FOREWORD
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International Standard 61305-2 has been prepared by subcommittee 100C: Audio, video and
multimedia subsystems and equipment, of IEC technical committee 100: Audio, video and
multimedia systems and equipment.
The text of this standard is based on the following documents:
FDIS Report on voting
100C/140/FDIS 100C/192/RVD
Full information on the voting for the approval of this standard can be found in the report on
voting indicated in the above table.
IEC 61305 consists of the following parts, under the general title: Household high-fidelity audio
equipment and systems – Methods of measuring and specifying the performance:
– Part 1: General
– Part 2: FM radio tuners
– Part 3: Amplifiers
61305-2 IEC:1997 – 7 –
HOUSEHOLD HIGH-FIDELITY AUDIO EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS –
METHODS OF MEASURING AND SPECIFYING THE PERFORMANCE –
Part 2: FM radio tuners
1 General
1.1 Scope
This part of IEC 61305 applies to household high-fidelity radio tuner units with facilities for
reception of frequency modulation sound broadcasts with a rated maximum system deviation of
±75 kHz, using the pilot-tone system for stereophonic broadcasting (see ITU-R BS.450-2). It
may be applied to systems using a rated maximum system deviation of ±50 kHz by decreasing
all the stated deviations in proportion. It also applies, except where stated, to equipment having
multiple functions, including these facilities. It is intended to be read in conjunction with part 1
of this standard.
1.2 Normative references
The following normative documents contain provisions which, through reference in this text,
constitute provisions of this part of IEC 61305. At the time of publication, the editions indicated
were valid. All normative documents are subject to revision, and parties to agreements based
on this part of IEC 61305 are encouraged to investigate the possibility of applying the most
recent editions of the normative documents indicated below. Members of IEC and ISO maintain
registers of currently valid International Standards.
IEC 60315-1:1988, Methods of measurement on radio receivers for various classes of emission
– Part 1: General considerations and methods of measurement, including audio-frequency
measurements
IEC 60315-4:, Methods of measurement on radio receivers for various classes of emission –
1)
Part 4: Receivers for frequency-modulated sound broadcasting emissions
ITU-R BS.412-7:1995, Planning standards for FM sound broadcasting at VHF
ITU-R BS.450-2:1995, Transmission standards for FM sound broadcasting at VHF
ITU-R BS.641:1986, Determination of radio-frequency protection ratios for frequency
modulated sound broadcasting
ITU-R BS.704:1990, Characteristics of FM sound broadcasting reference receivers for planning
purposes
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To be published.
61305-2 IEC:1997 – 9 –
1.3 Conditions for measurement
1.3.1 Electrical conditions
Except where stated, the electrical conditions shall be those specified in IEC 60315-1 and
IEC 60315-4, and measurements shall be made at a radio-frequency input level of 70 dB (fW),
equivalent to an e.m.f. source of 1,7 mV in a 75 Ω system. Measurements of output shall be
made at the main output terminals of the equipment, and the terminals used shall be stated
with the results. If an output level control is provided (other than as a factory preset), it shall be
set at a fixed position, stated with the results, within the range of settings to be expected in
use.
1.3.2 Climatic conditions
See 2.2 of part 1.
1.4 Reference audio-frequency output level
Except where stated, the 0 dB reference level for all a.f. output voltage measurements
expressed in decibels shall be the a.f. output voltage produced by an r.f. input signal level of
70 dB (fW), modulated at 1 kHz with ±67,5 kHz deviation; for a stereo signal the channels are
modulated in phase.
2 Methods of measurement
CHARACTERISTIC TO BE SPECIFIED ME
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 61305-2:1998 is a standard published by CLC. Its full title is "Household high-fidelity audio equipment and systems - Methods of measuring and specifying the performance - Part 2: FM radio tuners". This standard covers: Applies to household high-fidelity radio tuner units with facilities for reception of frequency modulation sound broadcasts with a rated maximum system deviation of ±75 kHz, using the pilot-tone system for sterophonic broadcasting. May be applied to systems using a rated maximum system deviation of ±50 kHz by decreasing all the stated deviations in proportion.
Applies to household high-fidelity radio tuner units with facilities for reception of frequency modulation sound broadcasts with a rated maximum system deviation of ±75 kHz, using the pilot-tone system for sterophonic broadcasting. May be applied to systems using a rated maximum system deviation of ±50 kHz by decreasing all the stated deviations in proportion.
EN 61305-2:1998 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 33.160.20 - Radio receivers. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
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