10-19-2018, 03:08 PM
Hi Folks,
Pictures to follow, but my latest acquisition arrived yesterday (no time yet even to open the box...) This is from the mid 90's UK shortwave manufacturing boom - The Lowe Electronics HF-150 mentioned in the October Finds thread. It should be fun AND is portable. The antenna inputs include a switchable built in active pre-amp for a short "Whip" antenna, so no need for the less portable long wire. A capable communications receiver, contained in a tough, compact 7.7" x 6.5" x 3.5" package.
Now, this has spawned a small project of its own. The receiver could be ordered with a keypad accessory, to allow direct frequency entry. Alas, this was not available with the set I bought. I do, however have the schematic, and have been able to find the chip necessary to interface a 12 button keypad to the radio. I know it isn't tubes/valves, but this IS a classic radio
I'll update here with progress.
Cheers
Ed
Pictures to follow, but my latest acquisition arrived yesterday (no time yet even to open the box...) This is from the mid 90's UK shortwave manufacturing boom - The Lowe Electronics HF-150 mentioned in the October Finds thread. It should be fun AND is portable. The antenna inputs include a switchable built in active pre-amp for a short "Whip" antenna, so no need for the less portable long wire. A capable communications receiver, contained in a tough, compact 7.7" x 6.5" x 3.5" package.
Now, this has spawned a small project of its own. The receiver could be ordered with a keypad accessory, to allow direct frequency entry. Alas, this was not available with the set I bought. I do, however have the schematic, and have been able to find the chip necessary to interface a 12 button keypad to the radio. I know it isn't tubes/valves, but this IS a classic radio
I'll update here with progress.
Cheers
Ed
I don't hold with furniture that talks.
