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20m to 6m Transverter Kit Model 1208

Description

  • Use with any transceiver capable of 3-5 watts on 20 meters
  • Extremely simple hookup and operation
  • Low-noise 50-54 MHz receiving output
  • Easy front panel switching between HF and 6M modes
  • Fast, silent RF sensing PIN diode T-R switching

Specifications

  • Transmit RF Input: 5 watts nominal, 14 to 16 MHz, for 50 to 52 MHz output. (May be varied from 0.25 to 10 watts by changing value of R5.)
  • Internal Attenuator: up to 8 watts continuous, 10 watts light duty
  • Transmit RF Output: 8 watts typical, 50 - 52 MHz. (Transmit operation above 52 MHz not recommended.)
  • 14 MHz Input/Output Impedance: 50 ohms
  • 50 MHz Input/Output Impedance: 50 ohms
  • Local Oscillator: 36.000 MHz, crystal-controlled
  • Mixer: double-balanced diode bridge
  • Receiving Range: 50 to 54 MHz converted to 14 to 18 MHz
  • Receiving Sensitivity: 0.15 uv typical (over-all sensitivity depends on transceiver)
  • 14 MHz Feedthrough: > -75 dB
  • Image Rejection: (~22 MHz) -60 dB typical
  • HF-6M Antenna Switching: manual, rated to 100W (HF)
  • HF Antenna Isolation: > -60 dB
  • T-R Switching: RF-sensing, solid-state
  • Power Supply Requirement: 11 - 14 volts DC, 4 amps
  • DC Current Drain (Receive): 170 mA
  • DC Current Requirement (Transmit): 3.8 amps
  • Cabinet Dimensions: 1-5/16" H x 7-1/4" W x 6-1/8" D
  • Weight: 2.5 lbs

Reviews

  • ARRL, 1996, June. (Must be an ARRL member and logged in to view.)

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