Panasonic PSB/FM/AM 3-Band Radio RF-888 / Tech 800

Panasonic, Matsushita, National ナショナル (also tubes); Osaka

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  • Year
  • 1974 ?
  • Category
  • Broadcast Receiver - or past WW2 Tuner
  • Radiomuseum.org ID
  • 303553

 Technical Specifications

  • Number of Transistors
  • Semiconductors present.
  • Semiconductors
  • Main principle
  • Superheterodyne (common)
  • Wave bands
  • Broadcast (BC) and FM or UHF.
  • Power type and voltage
  • Line plus power jack, mostly with battery or storage battery / 120 / D: 4× 1,5 / 6 Volt
  • Loudspeaker
  • Permanent Magnet Dynamic (PDyn) Loudspeaker (moving coil) / Ø 6.5 inch = 16.5 cm
  • Power out
  • 2 W (unknown quality)
  • Material
  • Plastics (no bakelite or catalin)
  • from Radiomuseum.org
  • Model: Panasonic PSB/FM/AM 3-Band Radio RF-888 / Tech 800 - Panasonic, Matsushita,
  • Shape
  • Portable set > 8 inch (also usable without mains)
  • Dimensions (WHD)
  • 230 x 195 x 65 mm / 9.1 x 7.7 x 2.6 inch
  • Notes

  • Features :

    • Mains/Battery
    • Detachable shoulder strap
    • 6.5 inch double range loudspeaker
    • Mic Mixing
    • Triple Meter for tuning, battery level and loudness
    • Dial light
    • 0-120 minute mechanical shut off timer
    • Volume, Bass and treble controls
    • Loudness button
    • Squelch control
    • FM AFC switch
    • Sockets for mic, mix rec out, earphone, MPX out, rhythm in/rec out and 6 volt PSU

    Frequency ranges:

    • PSB  148-174 MHz;
    • FM    87,5-108 MHz;
    • MW   525-1605 kHz.

    1 IC and 1 FET.  

  • Net weight (2.2 lb = 1 kg)
  • 2 kg / 4 lb 6.5 oz (4.405 lb)
  • Mentioned in
  • -- Original prospect or advert (1974 Panasonic Tech series advert)

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