RX-SPECIAL Telemetry Receiver

The RX-SPECIAL synthesized receiver covers any continuous 4MHz frequency spread between 148.000 MHz and 174.000 MHz. The system includes a folding Yagi antenna which mounts directly to the receiver. The receiver is nicely balanced on the antenna for comfortable, one handed operation.

The RX-SPECIAL is extremely sensitive to hear the weakest telemetry signals, it also employs very effective filters to eliminate unwanted interference sources. The synthesized design provides excellent temperature stability with no drift in frequency settings. A four step attenuator allows full receiver sensitivity for longest range or reduced sensitivity for extremely close-in tracking to a few inches. It employs a large, full range, speaker for rich sounding loud audio. A very sensitive signal strength meter also doubles to let you know when the battery needs replacing. A rugged, light weight, aluminum case is standard as well as a 3.5 mm mono headphone jack. A standard circ., 5.5mm x 2.1mm, center positive, power jack allows the RX-SPECIAL to be powered from an external 9-14VDC source. Select range of 4.000 MHz from  148.000 MHz to 174.000 MHz.

Characteristics

• Two year warranty with guaranteed 2 week turnaround for both warranty or non-warranty repairs.
• 100% made in the USA at our Orange, Calif. factory.
• Includes AF Antronics F150-3FB three element folding yagi antenna with slide off handle and coax.
• Detachable yagi antenna attaches directly to the RX-150 which allows one handed operation.
• Supplied with changeable and rechargeable Lithium-ion batteries for 24 hours of continuous operation.
• Supplied with quick charger for charging off 110-220vac, 12vdc, or computer USB port.
• Robust metal case designed for heavy field abuse.
• Fully synthesized covering 148-152MHz with no gaps, 1kHz channel steps, +/-500Hz fine tuning.
• Excellent -150dBm sensitivity to hear the weakest transmitters.
• Excellent selectivity to allow close spacing of transmitters.
• Great front end filtering to eliminate unwanted interference.
• No spurious responses in the entire 148-152MHz band.
• Employs a .5ppm TCXO for superior temperature stability with no frequency drift.
• Four step attenuator for close-in tracking Large full range speaker for great sounding loud audio.
• Sensitive, back lighted, signal strength meter to see very small changes in signal strength.
• 3.5mm headphone jack.
• DC power jack and supplied power cord allow 9-14vdc vehicle use without internal battery.
• Simple intuitive operation.

• Specifications
• In the Box
• Required Items
• Optional Items

• • Frequency: Customized for any continuous 4 MHz range between 148.000 MHz and 174.000 MHz.
  • Sensitivity: -150dBm.
  • Channel steps: 1kHz with ±500Hz fine tuning.
  • Receiver Mode: CW.
  • Antenna Impedance: 50 ohms.
  • Antenna connector: BNC female.
  • RF attenuator: -20, -40, -70dB switchable.
  • Battery: 9 volt replaceable (rechargeable Lithium-ion or non-rechargeable Alkaline).
  • Size: 6.2" x 3.5" x 1.4", less projections.
  • Overall size with antenna folded: 4” x 32.
  • Overall size with antenna extended: 30” x 40”.
  • Weight: 16 oz without antenna, 40 oz with antenna.
• • RX-SPECIAL Telemetry Receiver (1)
  • Three Element Folding Yagi Antenna with Coax (1)
  • Water Resistant Nylon Carrying Case with Shoulder Strap (1)
  • Rechargeable 9v Batteries (4)
  • USB Battery Charger and DC Power Supply for use with battery charger (1)
  • Wall Power Supply for use with battery charger (1)
  • DC Power Cord for “no battery” operation (1)
  • Antenna Handles (2)
• • None
• • None