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Lists additions, deletions, and changes for the Front End Board.
Lists additions, deletions, and changes for the 2nd IF/Audio Board.
Lists additions, deletions, and changes for the Synthesizer Board.
Essential safety measures and warnings before servicing the unit.
Specific warnings regarding safety-related components and replacements.
Lists all available schematics and pictorial diagrams for reference.
Explains manual structure, usage, and locating malfunctions.
High-level receiver block diagram and interconnect diagram.
Detailed theory of operation for the Front End Board circuitry.
Detailed theory of operation for the 2nd IF/Audio Board circuitry.
Detailed theory of operation for synthesizer and microprocessor functions.
Lists parts for interconnect drawing and miscellaneous chassis components.
Detailed list of components for the Front End Board.
Detailed list of components for the 2nd IF Board.
Detailed list of components for the Synthesizer/Microprocessor Board.
Detailed list of components for the Front Panel Board.
Procedures for aligning bandpass filters, IF section, and FM detector.
Procedures for 50 KHz filter tuning, AGC, and squelch setup.
Procedures for setting power supply, reference oscillator, and PBT adjustments.
Tests and adjustments for noise blanker, notch, and synchronous detector.
Explains the RF section, control, and synthesizer of the VHF converter.
Procedures for VCO tuning, preselector alignment, and sensitivity tests.
Step-by-step instructions for installing the VHF converter assembly.
Technical specifications for the VHF converter accessory.
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