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The S-20 was introduced in 1938 and replaced by the much more common Hallicrafters S-20R Sky Champion in 1939. During the single year of production only a limited number where manufactured, making this a rare receiver these days. The S-20 features mechanical bandspread using the center dial as bandspread scale. Frequency range covers 540-1800 kHz / 1.7-5.75 / 5.62-18.4 and 17-44 MHz. Original price in 1938: USD 49.50.

General characteristics

HAM bands
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Frequency stability
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Memories
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Receiver

RX-range
540 kHz - 44 MHz in 4 bands.
Modulations
AM   CW  
Sensitivity
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Selectivity
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Filters
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Receiver system
Single conversion, 8 tubes
IF-frequencies
455 kHz
Image rejection
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Audio output
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Connections

Antenna
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Impedance
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Other
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Electrical

Power requirements
Mains
Current drain RX
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TX
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Physical

Dimensions (w×h×d)
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Weight
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Form factor
Base Station
Manufactured
Between 1938 and 1939 in USA

Other features

Usage
Amateur / Ham radio operators
Features + options
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Accessories
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RigReference ID
2761
MPN
HALLICRAFTERS-S-000020-SKY-CHAMPION

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