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Hallicrafters SR-150 User Manual

Hallicrafters SR-150
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Hallicrafters SR-150 Specifications

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BrandHallicrafters
ModelSR-150
CategoryTransceiver
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction to Hallicrafters SR-150

SR-150 Refurbishing and Repairing Procedures

1-1. Recapping

Details on essential capacitor replacements and ESR ratings for the SR-150.

1-2. Relays

Information on problematic relays K2 and K3, and their maintenance.

1-3. After Market Modifications

Instructions to remove non-original modifications for proper configuration.

1-4. Factory Up-Grades

Recommendation to upgrade the SR-150 to production run 7 specifications.

1-5. Initial Power Up

Procedures for safely powering up the SR-150 for the first time.

1-6. Check and Adjustment of Oscillators

Critical steps for aligning carrier, heterodyne, and VFO oscillators.

1-6-1. Carrier Oscillator

Steps to check and adjust the carrier oscillator frequency and output.

1-6-2. Heterodyne Oscillator

Guidance on checking and adjusting the heterodyne oscillator output and frequency.

1-6-3. VFO

Procedures for VFO correction, alignment, and drift testing.

1-6-3-1. RIT/CAL

Details on the RIT/CAL circuit and recommended modification.

1-6-3-2. VFO Corrector

Procedure to check the VFO corrector circuit for USB/LSB frequency offset.

1-6-3-3. VFO Alignment

Step-by-step guide for aligning the VFO frequency across bands.

1-7. Receiver Testing

Overview of receiver sensitivity specifications and testing.

1-8. Receiver Fault Isolation

Procedure for diagnosing and isolating receiver faults using signal injection.

1-8-1. Equipment Required

List of necessary test equipment for receiver fault isolation.

1-8-2. RX Fault Isolation Procedure

Detailed steps for troubleshooting receiver issues.

1-8-2-1 Receiver Troubleshooting Table

Table outlining injection points, signals, and expected audio outputs.

1-8-2-2 Final Receiver Test

Final checks for receiver AGC and RF gain pot functionality.

1-9. Transmitter Testing

Procedures for testing the SR-150 transmitter.

1-9-1. Transmitter Testing Equipment Required

List of equipment needed for transmitter testing.

1-9-2. Transmitter Testing Procedure

Step-by-step guide for powering up and testing the transmitter.

1-9-3. TX Drive Fault Isolation

Troubleshooting steps for transmitter drive faults.

1-9-4. TX Bias Fault

Diagnosing and resolving issues related to transmitter bias voltage.

Production Run Up-Grades

2-1. Factory Revisions Per Bulletin 1962-2

Details of factory modifications made to different production runs.

2-2. Key Click Mod

Instructions for modifying the transmitter to remove the 'click' sound.

Subsystem Technical Information

3-1. Rig Cleaning

Procedures for cleaning the SR-150 chassis, relays, and sockets.

3-1-1. Chassis Cleaning

Detailed steps for cleaning the transceiver chassis using bathroom cleaner.

3-1-2. Tube Socket Cleaning Kit

Recommended tools and methods for cleaning tube sockets.

3-1-3. Air Variable Cleaning

Guidance on cleaning air variable capacitors and their components.

3-2. Microphone Selection

Advice on choosing the correct microphone for the SR-150.

3-3. VFO Drift

Procedures for testing and addressing VFO drift issues.

3-3-1. VFO Drift Test

Method to test VFO frequency stability over time.

3-3-2. RIT Zener Mod

Description of a modification to stabilize the RIT/CAL circuit.

3-4. SR Series RIT/CAL Adj Discussion

Explanation of RIT/CAL adjustment procedures for SR series rigs.

3-4-1. SSB RIT Operation

How to properly operate the SSB RIT function.

3-4-2. CW RIT Operation & The SR-150

Explanation of RIT function in CW mode and tuning range issues.

3-5. Relays K2 & K3

Detailed information on the function and failure modes of relays K2 and K3.

3-5-1. K2 & K3 Substrate Warping

Diagnosis and potential salvage of warped relay substrates.

3-5-2. K2 K3 Cleaning

Method for cleaning relay contacts using DeOxit.

3-5-3. Non-Standard Relay Replacement

Procedure for replacing original relays with non-standard parts.

3-5-4 K2 Wiring and Pin Out

Wiring diagram and pin assignments for relay K2.

3-5-5 K3 Wiring and Pin Out

Wiring diagram and pin assignments for relay K3.

3-6. PA Loading Coil L32

Discussion and testing of the PA loading coil L32's behavior.

3-7. Receiver Gain Improvement

Suggestion for improving receiver sensitivity by changing tubes.

3-8. RX Gain Anomaly

Troubleshooting a persistent low gain issue in the receiver front end.

3-9. Mic Gain and Audio Oscillations in the SR-150

Analysis of mic gain issues and audio oscillations in the SR-150.

3-10. PA Neutralization

Detailed procedure for neutralizing the PA final tubes.

3-11. SR-150 Filter Pass Band Email Discussion

Technical discussion on filter pass band and balanced modulator performance.

Data Sheets for SR-150

4-1. VFO Frequency Correction

Data sheet for recording VFO frequency correction measurements.

4-2. Receiver Performance

Performance data tables for receiver sensitivity and AGC.

4-3. Transmitter Performance

Performance data tables for transmitter output power and audio response.

Performance Specifications for the SR-150

I. General Specifications

General specifications including power requirements.

A. Power Requirements

Details on AC input voltage and power supply requirements.

II. Receiver Performance

Specifications and test conditions for receiver performance.

A. Control Settings for Receiver Tests

Standard control settings to be used for receiver performance tests.

B. Standard Audio Output

Specification for standard audio output power into a 3.2 ohm load.

C. Antenna Input Impedance

Specification for antenna input impedance and audio output impedance.

D. Measurement Equipment

Specifies the Hewlett-Packard Model HP-606A for measurements.

E. Test Signal Type

Specifies the use of unmodulated CW signals for testing.

F. Frequency Data

Lists IF frequencies and tuning ranges for different bands.

G. Overall Sensitivity Limits (Gain Check)

Specifies required signal levels for 500mw audio output.

H. Overall Sensitivity Limits (20 dB S/N)

Specifies signal levels for achieving a 20 dB signal-to-noise ratio.

I. Sideband Sensitivity Change

Limits the sensitivity change between upper and lower sideband reception.

J. Image and Spurious Responses

Specifies rejection levels for image and spurious signals.

K. 1st I.F. Rejection Ratio

Defines the minimum rejection ratio for the first IF frequency.

L. Tweets

Limits 'tweets' or 'birdies' to a low equivalent CW signal level.

M. AGC Figure of Merit Limit

Specifies the acceptable variation in audio output with increasing signal input.

N. "S" Meter Calibration Limits

Defines the signal levels required for an S-9 meter reading.

O. Calibration Adj. Limits (RIT Control at OFF)

Specifies the range and direction for calibration adjustment controls.

P. Dial Calibration (LSB)

Limits for dial calibration errors across bands and points.

Q. RIT Control (RIT Control at ON)

Specifies the range and effect of the RIT control.

R. Overall Frequency Drift Limits (Lower Sideband Reception)

Limits for frequency drift after warm-up.

S. Audio Performance

Specifications for hum level and audio distortion.

III. Transmitter Performance

Specifications and test conditions for transmitter performance.

A. Control Settings for Transmitter Tests

Standard control settings to be used for transmitter performance tests.

B. RF Output Impedance and Metering

Specifies equipment for measuring RF output impedance and power.

C. Final Amplifier Bias

Procedure for setting the final amplifier bias current.

D. Neutralization and Stability Check

Adjustments for neutralization and checks for self-oscillation.

E. Carrier Balance Limits

Limits for carrier balance adjustment under various conditions.

F. Microphone Input Sensitivity

Specifies the audio input level required for minimum SSB output.

G. RF Power Output Limits (SSB Operation)

Specifies output power limits for SSB operation across frequencies.

H. RF Power Output Limits (CW Operation)

Specifies output power limits for CW operation across frequencies.

I. Overall Audio Frequency Response (SSB)

Defines the audio frequency response range for SSB.

J. VOX Sensitivity Limits

Specifies the audio input level required to activate VOX.

K. Anti-Trip Sensitivity Limits

Specifies the VOX sensitivity level for anti-trip function.

L. Operation of VOX Delay Control

Describes the function of the VOX delay control.

M. Output Level Meter Check

Procedure for checking the output level meter and S meter.

N. Automatic Audio Level Control Check

Procedure for checking the Automatic Audio Level Control (AALC).

O. Spurious Output

Specifies limits for spurious signals and harmonics.

P. Controls and Outlets

Ensures all controls and outlets function properly.

Q. Crystal Calibrator

Procedure for setting the crystal calibrator frequency.

IV. Mechanical Inspection

Checks for mechanical stability and proper operation of controls.

A. Control Knob Play Limits

Maximum allowable play for control knobs.

B. Control Operation Smoothness

Requirement for smooth, non-binding control operation.

C. Rotary Switch Detent Action

Requirement for positive detent action on rotary switches.

D. Tuning Dial Wobble

Check for perceptible wobble or vertical movement in the tuning dial.

E. Dial and Meter Lighting Uniformity

Requirement for uniform dial and meter lighting.

F. VFO Tuning Mechanism Backlash

Check for any indication of backlash in the VFO tuning.

G. VFO Assembly Bushing Specification

Specification for VFO assembly bushing reaming.

H. Front Panel Shaft Hole Specification

Specification for reaming front panel shaft holes.

I. RF Coil Core Lubrication

Procedure for lubricating and locking RF coil cores.

V. Lubrication

Lubrication procedures for VFO and chassis assemblies.

A. VFO Assembly Lubrication

Specific lubrication instructions for the VFO assembly.

B. Chassis Assembly Lubrication

Specific lubrication instructions for the chassis assembly.

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