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» Transmitters
Operation transmitters:
Two TELEFUNKEN S 4006 output power each: 600 kW
Standby transmitter:
One TELEFUNKEN S 1445/2 output power: 600 kW
Frequency: 1440 kHz
Maximum transmit power: 1200 kW
Possible kinds of modulation: AM and DAM

» Day aerial
Three towers of 105 m height each (2 passive reflectors)
Geographic data: 50° 2' 50'' N / 6° 4' 49'' E
Altitude: 540 m
Transmitting direction: 45°

» Night aerial
Two towers of 60 and 65 m height (1 passive reflector)
Geographic data: 50° 2' 35'' N / 6° 5' 2'' E
Altitude: 532 m
Transmitting direction: 324°

» Emergency power system
Two identical engines with two identical generators
Engine: MAN G6 V 40/60
Cylinders: 6
Motor capacity: 450 l
Power: 1370 hp
Roundings: 300 rpm
Fuel: 45000 l
Generator: AEG S 7650/20
Voltage: 3 phase 400 V
Current: 1660 A
Output: 1150 kVA