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The Hamilton RangeMaster AM1000 is the Tried and True Leader and Original of AM FCC certified high performance transmitters!
 See Our Testimonials  With the outdoor AM1000 you can get incredible range with great sound. No other Part 15 transmitter can come close to the RangeMaster sound performance and signal range. Want a serious license free radio station for your town or neighborhood? The AM1000 is the only way to go! Looking for Quality? Click to see why the RangeMaster is the way to go

The AM1000 AM transmitter is certified by the FCC (FCC certification number NWXAM1000) and is fully legal. An important advantage of the AM1000 is the legality, you don't want to get a visit from the FCC when you are operating an uncertified kit or transmitter. Click here if you are concerned about any legal issues. Some states are getting serious about illegal transmitters, see this link. Five years in prison says Florida law.

The AM1000 RangeMaster is tried and true, with many satisfied users (See the testimonials and of course do your own research). The AM1000 was designed to be professional broadcasting equipment and is fully assembled (not a kit). Most Real Estate type transmitters, non- professional transmitters, and kits are only designed to reach the road (1/4 mile or less) with poor sound quality, good enough to do the job of selling real estate. But our AM1000 is designed to cover a larger area for a serious broadcaster with professional quality sound! Don't get stuck with a RangeMaster wannabe, go with the peoples choice! The AM1000 Story. Use multiple transmitters! Cover your town by installing transmitters at various locations around town and link them by Internet! Our system was designed with the multiple transmitter user in mind, there are many methods to effectively cover a large area with your signal. Click the Multiple Transmitter link on the left for more information. Why buy the RangeMaster?

CLICK HERE FOR A COMPARISON CHART BETWEEN AM TRANSMITTERS!
 

Easy installation and setup! While the RangeMaster is easy to get going we do recommend having a resource with some radio background to get the best results possible.
New! Quick setup manual! (link)          See an example simple system

Are you a Church? We want to work with you! Click here for information sheet.                    Download full manual here
We love to work with Hispanic churches and organizations!    radiohispana.org

The features of the AM1000 are too numerous to fully cover:

• The Legality! Rest assured that you can operate under the law, and if there is a issue we will be there to help.
• RangeMaster digital link! Only RangeMaster has this RS485 carrier interface. This link allows great flexibility in designing your multiple transmitter system. With this link it is possible to synchronize RF carriers between transmitters. 
• GPS controlled sync capability for multiple transmitters! (RF carrier, not the audio) 
• Quality Construction! Assembled in USA!
• Onboard included "Green light" power set system makes setting the power easy! (Just let us know if you would rather have a voltmeter)
• The outdoor box is 1/4 inch fiberglass (better then metal) wall, made in Germany, designed for many years of service.
• Repair record! The only repairs we get are units dropped from towers and lighting related (be careful in routing cables)
• Power! Power is adjusted and controlled by you!  Some (store bubble packed) transmitters and others do not have adjustable power and typically are not operating at the full allowed power.
• Stability! Rock solid stability, like the big stations! This is critical for several reasons. click
• 1710! most Part 15 transmitters do not even include 1710, some don't include 1700, both typically very quiet frequencies.
• Great installation video! 40 minute install video goes through the areas of installation in detail.
• AM1000PR studio module! Easy interface provides a transmitter wire to audio 1/8"
  plug connection.
• Great Range! The RangeMaster range is legendary!
• Great sound! Near FM sound quality! Virtually flat response from 20hz thru 20khz!
• Only Part 15 with Asymmetrical capability! Drive the AM1000 to 130% mod with an AM audio processor like the Innovonics 222 or Volumnmax (These audio processors are designed to be used with an AM transmitter). Or improve you sound with a standard processor (like a Behringer Autocom Pro MDX1400). Some transmitters have a single chip included audio processor which is typically not very helpful.
• Resale! You are not buying junk! resale value is high on our product.
• Long life design! Our transmitters are designed to last many years.
• Lighting protection! Antenna has gas tube protection, balanced audio in is transformer isolated (helps prevent ground loops and adds protection and isolation) Power also has protection.
• Temperature range! We have units operating in the desert and in the artic!
• Low power consumption. Great for solar applications.
• Of course, no FCC license required.
• Not a kit, fully assembled. (It is illegal to sell transmitters without being certified).
• We recommend using high quality shielded wire which we can supply. Other makers include cheap wire.
• Uses easily replaceable locally available standard 102' CB whip antenna, Radio Shack part # 21-903
• See the order page for any current specials that may be in effect!

We can put you on the air! With our long range professional equipment Part 15 AM broadcast band transmitter we can make your dream a reality! Start an Community station, a local commercial radio station, start a radio network! Great for hobby, practice being a DJ to your side of town. Great for schools, sports stadiums, billboards, car dealerships, parks, and great for churches. Provide parking information or reach out to your area! Use multiple transmitters for more range, cover your entire city! Can you have your own station? Yes! See these articles: Radio Sandy Springs   Digital Syndicate    NPR story     NPR story MP3

You don't want to go anywhere else! The AM1000 will give you the range that others will tell you isn't possible, and sound quality that you won't believe! Many customers have bought AM1000 Rangemaster units after being unhappy with the 1/4 mile or less range and horrible sound that most AM transmitters provide! Our unit is designed to get the absolute maximum you can possibly get out of Part 15. And if you are thinking about FM, typically legal FM will only have a range of 200-300 feet (shouting range) if your FM has more range then that then most likely you are exceeding the very strict FCC FM radiation limits. Are you looking for amazing range with great sound? The RangeMaster can do it for you! Read the Testimonials to see what others have to say. Join the small town LPAM movement.

The AM1000 is FCC certified and legal! When properly installed the AM1000 is legal to operate. Avoid problems with the Federal officials and the embarrassment and potential for fines of being found to be operating a pirate or illegal radio station. When the Federal agent comes calling instead of fear and dread and having your station shut down you can pass inspection! If you are thinking of buying and operating an uncertified kit or product be aware that may be illegal. See the following links: Kits   Part 15 Rules   AM1000DATA   Call or E-mail for new DVD installation video!

sales@am1000rangemaster.com
Phone (Toll Free): (866) 935-9393

New microwave link interface board available! (click for information)

Retail Price is $795 for the outdoor AM1000C,  Call to see if you can qualify to be a dealer to get the dealer or installer discount. Also a discount will be given for churches and schools, please call instead of ordering of the website. We love to work with churches and ministries!!! We also like to work with engineering professionals and technicians! Call for your discount. The AM1000 comes with complete instructions, a installation video, power supply, and audio adapter (AM1000PR). Setting the power is easy! Just adjust until you get the "Green light" See this Part 15 transmitter comparison
 

Hearing about people that are getting 2+ miles range and wondering if you can do it? Click here

Click here to download an installation checklist, make putting up YOUR station easy!

Putting up the Rangemaster can be as easy as installing an TV antenna! You just mount the transmitter and once you properly ground and tune the transmitter you can get the incredible range and sound that many others have gotten with the Rangemaster! Most everything you might need you can get at Radio Shack or Lowes (see pictures below). Our units are fully legal, you can broadcast commercials or anything you want! If you use an audio processor like the Innovonics 222, you will get even more range legally! Our transmitter is the only one we know of that can be modulated +130% like big station transmitters to give more range and big sound! However you will sound good without an audio processor or you can just use an Behringer audio processor which won't modulate the transmitter to the full +130% but it will improve your sound.

New! RangeMaster is now a dealer for the quality Premier Digital player Line
USB 1100 – The only available Premier unit that downloads MP3 files directly from a USB flash drive (thumb drive) for Music on Hold
•    Downloads standard MP3 files directly from the removable USB drive to the internal memory or:
•    Plays standard MP3 files directly from the removable USB drive
•    No special software needed to record new audio on the drive
•    USB drive comes loaded with 6 licensed audio tracks
•    Easy install for the smallest of phone rooms
•    Aluminum casing with external wall mounts
•    Price is $249 with a 256 MB drive
For information sheet click here

We listen to you! We have developed a new studio interface for the transmitter, the new interface AM1000PR is a powered interface with an adjustable audio gain of +- 6Db. It provides an easy turn key interface, provided is a 4 pin terminal block for the wiring to the transmitter, a DC power jack for the power supply, and (2) 1/8" (mini) phone jacks for your audio in. One jack for a 8-16 ohm output and the other will handle any impedance above that. No more issues with impedance mismatches and\or not enough line out signal! If you are an old customer and would like to upgrade to the new AM1000PR from the older non powered adapter the cost is $35 plus shipping. Now, the AM1000PR includes additional ground loop protection.

Here is some of the Radio Shack mounting hardware:

First you mount the 1 1/4" mast from Radio Shack to your house or building, and then you mount the AM1000 RangeMaster AM Transmitter to the 1 1/4" mast with the mounting bracket AM1000BR which can we supply.

Once the transmitter is secure you do you wiring, run the 2 twisted pair shielded wire which we can provide ($50 for 100 feet) down to your studio. (Some manufacturers provide cheap cat4 or cat5 unshielded wire for this connection outdoors, not recommended.) We will provide 50 feet of the cheap thin unshielded Cat 3 wire for $5, but it is recommended for indoor only installations. One pair is for audio and the other pair is for power. Then run your ground wire (from Lowes) from the ground terminal on the transmitter to a ground rod (Radio Shack) or other suitable ground.

Then do your tuning using either the computer on the transmitter or a voltmeter, (a voltmeter is more precise). Finally adjust the power to the legal limit using the computer "green light" legal power indicator (very easy)

Then plug in your audio and you are on the air! Mounting the transmitter outside is a little more trouble then an inside unit but the range gained is worth it for the serious broadcaster. See the How To Hints page for further details.

See the Add-Ons page for other prices.

New Yahoo User Group for the RangeMaster!

The AM1000 can be used in a multiple transmitter system for more range! Click here for guidance in setting up your multiple transmitter system.

The most impressive feature of the RANGEMASTER is its performance. Not only the range but also the audio quality. You'll get that big station sound. Be sure to check out the How To Hints link on the left for detailed help in setting up your station!

102 inch whip antenna. Most purchase the antenna locally at Radio Shack or a CB shop. It is cheaper then paying shipping on an item that is so long. However we stock them and can ship them to you if you can't locate one or don't wish to buy one locally.

The RANGEMASTER is the transmitter of choice for your church radio station or a business oriented community radio station. Below are examples of the RANGEMASTER installed on a commercial building rooftop and on top of a tower. Let us know what your goals are for local broadcasting, we will work with you to make your local station a reality. Don't take a chance on Part 15 transmitters that just won't do the job, go with the favorite! See below for examples of how other people have installed their AM1000:

Helpful Website information:
Installing the Cable. See:   Cabling
Connecting the ground wire:   Ground
Tuning the Rangemaster:   Tuning
How to get 100% Modulation:   Modulation
Using audio processing:   Audio
Hints for getting good range:   Hints
Multiple Transmitters:   Multiple Transmitters
Portable lift for installing:   Snorkel