Drake R8A

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Improvements in the "A" model include:
* Improved Ergonomics: Single key presses will select your mode and bandwidth.
* More Memories: 440 memory positions.
* Faster Scanning: Scan 40 channels per second.
* Alphanumeric Display: Program names may be displayed on the front panel.
* Display & Entry Frequencies: User programmable in kHz or MHz.
* Cabinet Feet: Front panel tilt via a metal bail.
* Event Timers/Clocks: Two Timers. The time may be programmed to remain on at all times.
* Improved AGC: The AGC has a smoother attack for improved SSB listening.
* Tone Control: Expanded control of high frequency range.
* FM Receive Mode: New highpass filter to reduce sub-audible tone squelch signals.
* Line Cord: New detachable power cord.
* Expanded RS-232 Control: Allows customized reports of frequency, mode, memory, channel, name, and signal strength.

Type

Desktop Amateur HF/VHF Receiver 

Frequency range RX

0.1-30 MHz
(RX 35-55 / 108-174 MHz with optional converter) 

TX

- 

Frequency stability

- 

Tuning steps

- 

Filters

- 

Modulations

AM / AM-sync / FM / CW / USB / LSB / RTTY 

Sensitivity

- 

Selectivity

- 

Receiver system

- 

IF-frequencies

- 

Image rejection

- 

Audio output

- 

Modulations

- 

RF-output

- 

Antenna

SO-239 + Clamps/screws 

Impedance

50/500Ω 

Power requirements

11-16V DC or mains 

Current drain RX

Max 2 A 

TX

- 

Dimensions (w×h×d)

334 × 134 × 330 mm (13.15 × 5.28 × 12.99 in)  

Weight

5.9 kg (13 lbs)  

Form factor

Desktop 

Manufactured

Between 199x and 2005  

Memories

440 channels in 1 banks @ 40 chn/sec 

Usage

Amateur / Ham radio operators 

Manufacturer

Drake 

Model

R8A

Features

RS232C interface 

 

None available  

 

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