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Hallicrafters SX-42 User Manual

Hallicrafters SX-42
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INSTRUCTIONS
FOR...
RADIO
RECEIVER
MODEL
SX-42
the
haliicratlers
Go.
a
subsidiary
of
Nonvon
¢
ubsidiary
of
Northrop
Corporation
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Hallicrafters SX-42 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHallicrafters
ModelSX-42
CategoryReceiver
LanguageEnglish

Summary

General Information

Installation

Steps for setting up the radio receiver after unpacking.

General Operation

Basic steps to turn on and tune the radio receiver.

Detailed and Technical Operating Instructions

General Receiver Specifications

Overview of receiver features, frequency range, and power requirements.

AC Power Operation

Instructions for operating the receiver using AC power.

DC Power Operation

Guidelines for operating the receiver from a DC source.

Speaker Output Connections

Information on connecting speakers to the receiver.

Phono Input Connection

How to connect a phonograph record player to the receiver.

Antenna and Ground Connections

Proper methods for connecting the antenna and ground.

Band Selector Control

Function of the band selector knob for choosing frequency bands.

Tuning Controls

Explanation of general coverage and bandspread tuning knobs.

AVC-OFF Switch

How the AVC switch affects receiver sensitivity and volume.

Noise-Limiter Switch

Function of the noise limiter for reducing interference.

Receiver-Standby Switch

Operation of the receiver/standby switch.

Crystal Phasing Control

Adjusting crystal phasing for CW reception.

Selectivity Control

Adjusting selectivity for reception sharpness.

Tone Control

Adjusting audio tone quality (bass, treble).

CW Pitch Control

Varying the pitch of CW signals.

Sensitivity Control

Adjusting the receiver's sensitivity to signals.

"S" Meter Adjustment

Procedure for calibrating the "S" meter to zero.

Service

Replacing Tubes

Procedure for replacing vacuum tubes in the receiver.

Replacing Dial Lamps

Instructions for replacing the dial lamps.

Service or Operating Questions

Information on obtaining assistance for service or operation.

Remote Control Operation

Remote Control Setup

Connecting and using the remote control relay.

Warranty

Product Warranty Terms

Details of the product warranty and coverage.

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