Palomar SSB-500 User Manual

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GENERAL
Channels
Frequency Range
Frequency Control
Frequency Tolérance
Frequency Stability
Operating Température Range
Microphone
Input Voltage
Current Drain
Size
Weight
Antenna Connector
Semiconductors
Meter
Power Bandswidth
TRANSMUTER
Power
Modulation
Modulation Capability
Harmonie Suppression and
Spurious Emmissions
40 - AM/Single Sideband
26.965 to 27.405 MHz
Phaselock Synthesizer
±0.005%
± 0.002%
-30°C to +50°C
Plug-in type dynamie with volume control
13.8V DC (Positive or Negative ground)
Receive 1.5A at maximum audio output
0.5A standby (no signal).
10 -6/10” L. X 8”W. X 2-1/2” H.
6 lbs.
Standard American type
41 Transistors, 7 FETS,60 Diodes, 7 ICs
Illuminated, indicates relative power out
put and received signal strength
10.5 to 16V
: 4 Watts - AM (max. allowed by FCC)
12 Watts PEP-SSB (max. allowed by
FCC)
: High and low level Class B amplitude
modulation (AM)
: 95% Typical (AM)
: Better than FCC requirement

Palomar SSB-500 Specifications

General

Brand	Palomar
Model	SSB-500
Category	Transceiver
Language	English

Summary

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

Channels and Frequency Range

Specifies the 40 AM/Single Sideband channels and operational frequency range (26.965-27.405 MHz).

TRANSMITTER SPECIFICATIONS

Power Output

States power ratings: 4 Watts AM (max. allowed by FCC) and 12 Watts PEP-SSB.

Emissions Quality

RECEIVER SPECIFICATIONS

Sensitivity and Selectivity

Details AM/SSB sensitivity, selectivity (6 db at 4.2 kHz), and image rejection.

FCC REGULATIONS AND COMPLIANCE

Service Operation and Requirements

Designed for Class D operation, outlines FCC rules and required forms (505, 555-B).

Transmitter Adjustment Warning

Emphasizes that only licensed technicians may adjust transmitter sections.

INSTALLATION GUIDE

Location and Mounting

Guidance on selecting a convenient location and securely mounting the unit.

Electrical Connections

Details antenna cable and power cord connections for vehicle systems.

Ground System Connections

Antenna Considerations

CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

Front Panel Overview

Core Controls

Mode and Feature Switches

Tuning and Indicators

OPERATING PROCEDURES

Microphone Operation

Receiving Procedure Steps

Step-by-step guide for setting up the transceiver and listening to signals.

Transmitting Procedure Steps

Instructions for transmitting on AM and SSB, including safety warnings.

FCC Transmitter Requirements

Outlines license, identification card, and rule understanding for transmitting.

Transmission Mode Selection

MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

Transmitter Adjustment Restrictions

Warning about FCC regulations restricting transmitter tuning to licensed personnel.