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Heathkit Comanche MR-1 - User Manual

Heathkit Comanche MR-1
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Heathkit Comanche MR-1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeCommunications Receiver
Weight22 lbs
ModesAM, CW
Sensitivity1 uV for 10 dB S/N
Selectivity2.1 kHz at -6 dB
Image Rejection60 dB
Audio Output1 Watt at 10% THD
Power Supply117 V AC, 50/60 Hz

Summary

SPECIFICATIONS

Intermediate Frequency

Specifies the receiver's intermediate frequency value.

Frequency Coverage

Details the amateur radio bands the receiver can tune.

Intermediate Frequency Crystal Filter

Describes the crystal filter's bandwidth and characteristics.

Panel Controls

Lists the main controls available on the receiver's front panel.

INTRODUCTION

BLOCK DIAGRAM

CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION

First RF Amplifier

Details the initial radio frequency amplification stage.

Converter

Explains the mixer and oscillator stage for frequency conversion.

IF Crystal Filter

Describes the intermediate frequency crystal filter's role in selectivity.

First IF Amplifier

Details the first intermediate frequency amplification stage.

Second IF Amplifier and S Meter Amplifier

Describes the second IF stage and the S-meter amplifier.

Detector-First Audio-AVC-Noise Limiting

Explains the stage for detection, audio amplification, AVC, and noise limiting.

Product Detector

Explains the product detector function for CW/SSB.

Audio Output Amplifier

Details the stage responsible for audio output amplification.

Voltage Regulator

Describes the circuit that stabilizes voltage for critical components.

PRELIMINARY INSTRUCTIONS

Proper Soldering Techniques

Provides essential advice for successful soldering during assembly.

PRELIMINARY CHECKING

S METER SETTING

Details how to set the S-meter for accurate signal indication.

FINAL CALIBRATION AND ADJUSTMENT

10 Meters

Specific calibration steps for the 10-meter band.

15 Meters

Specific calibration steps for the 15-meter band.

20 Meters

Specific calibration steps for the 20-meter band.

40 Meters

Specific calibration steps for the 40-meter band.

80 Meters

Specific calibration steps for the 80-meter band.

3 mc Product Detector

Calibration steps for the 3 mc product detector.

INSTALLATION

OPERATION

AUDIO GAIN

How to adjust the receiver's audio volume.

STANDBY RECEIVE

Describes the receiver's standby mode when used with a transmitter.

RF GAIN

How to adjust the radio frequency gain.

SELECTIVITY

Explains how the receiver's selectivity works and how to adjust it.

BAND SWITCH

How to change between different frequency bands.

CALIBRATION

General notes on receiver calibration procedures.

ANTENNA TRIMMER

How to adjust the antenna input for optimal reception.

NOISE LIMITER

How to use the noise limiter to reduce interference.

AVC

Explanation of the automatic volume control system.

CW-SSB-AM

How to select detection modes for different signal types.

BFO

How to adjust the beat frequency oscillator for CW/SSB.

TUNING AM SIGNALS

Steps for tuning AM broadcast signals.

TUNING SSB SIGNALS

Steps for tuning single sideband signals.

TUNING CW SIGNALS

Steps for tuning continuous wave signals.

IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY TROUBLESHOOTING

ACCESSORY EQUIPMENT

MARINE BATTERY CHARGE INDICATOR

Describes an accessory for monitoring battery charge.

MARINE CONVERTER KIT

Describes an accessory for charging batteries.

MOBILE TUNING METER

Describes an accessory for tuning transmitters.

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