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.
General characteristics
- HAM bands
- 160m 80m 60m 40m 30m (WARC) 20m 17m (WARC) 15m 12m (WARC) 11m (CB) 10m 2000m
- Frequency stability
- ?
- Tuning steps
- ?
- Memories
- 440 channels in 1 bank(s) @ 40 channels/second
Receiver
- RX-range
- 0.1-30 MHz
(RX 35-55 / 108-174 MHz with optional converter) - Modulations
- AM AM-sync FM CW USB LSB RTTY
- Sensitivity
- ?
- Selectivity
- ?
- Filters
- ?
- Receiver system
- ?
- IF-frequencies
- ?
- Image rejection
- ?
- Audio output
- ?
Connections
- Antenna
- SO-239 + Clamps / screws
- Impedance
- 50/500Ω
- Other
- -
Electrical
- Power requirements
- 11-16V DC or mains
- Current drain RX
- Max 2 A
- TX
- -
Physical
- Dimensions (w×h×d)
- 334 × 134 × 330 mm (13.15 × 5.28 × 12.99 in)
- Weight
- 5.90 kg (13.0 lbs)
- Form factor
- Base Station
- Manufactured
- Between 199x and 2005
Other features
- Usage
- Amateur / Ham radio operators
- Features + options
- RS232C interface
- Accessories
- -
- RigReference ID
- 4562
- MPN
- DRAKE-R000008A
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- USD 428 ~ USD 484
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