[EAS] Two EAS decoders in series

[Ronald J. Dot'o Sr.]

>
> I also noticed in the diagram that the two Arbitron encoders are in 
> series.
> I know nothing about how these devices work, so someone help me out.
> If you have two Arbitron encoders in series does that double your Arbitron 
> numbers?
>
> Dave
> ************************************************
> Dave Kline   UNO-TV / KVNO
> University of Nebraska at Omaha
> 6001 Dodge St. Omaha, NE  68182  CPACS 200
>

The Arbitron encoders are in series as a backup scheme.  One is in the 
bypass mode.  when the active one fails you put it in the bypass mode and 
activate the spare.

Ron D