Realistic trc 500 fm transceiver with vox

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Your Realistic THC-500 is a compact, portable FM 2-way
radio with hands-free operation. You can communicate
with another THC-500 or any FM transceiver operating on
the same frequency. Take your THC-500 to sporting events
or on camping, hiking or bicycling outings. It can add to
the fun of any recreational activity. Locate a friend or find
out what's cooking back at camp." It can have more
practical uses, too: at your business, in the warehouse
during inventory, in the hospital, at the construciton site.
The uses are practically unlimited!

FEATURES

Transmission range of 1/4 mile (line of sight) ~- you get
clean, noise-free reception through the doubleconversion
superheterodyne circuit.

Switchable VOX operation - you can send your message
automatically or use the push-to-talk button as an
ordinary transceiver.

Adjustable headset -- soft foam-cushioned earphone plus
high-quality rnicrophone that you can swivel freely.
Whip antenna -< you can tack it onto the headset in case
it hinders your movement.

VOX sensitivity -- you can adjust to three levels.

Volume level switch.

Lightweight ~- It weighs only nine ounces, so it's easy to
carry or, with the belt clip, to clip to your belt or pocket.

SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL .
Operation Frequency ................ 49.830 MHz
Number of Channels ........................ 1
Input Voltage ......................... 9V DC
Current Drain (Standby) ................. 13.5 mv
(Receive) ............... 40 mA max.
(Transmit) .............. 40 mA max.
Dimensions ....... (H) 4-9/16" (116mm) x (W) 2-1/2"
(64mm) x (D) 15/16" (24mm)
Weight .......................... 9 02 (25.59)
RECEIVER
Sensitivity (20 dB Quieting) ............... 0.5;,1V
Squelch Sensitivity (Threshold) .............. 0.5uV
Modulation Acceptance Bandwidth .......... 17 kHz
Spurious and image Rejection ............ 20 dB min.
Frequency Stability (0°C to + 40°C) ..... :2 kHz max.
TRANSMITTER
RF Energy Output .......... 10,000uV/m @3 meters
(FCC max.)
Spurious and Harmonic Emissions ............ 20 dB
FM Hum and Noise ................... 40 dB min.
Audio Distortion ..................... 10% max.

Frequency Stability (0° to 40°C) ............ 12 kHz