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Kenwood JR-500S
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Kenwood JR-500SFront view
Radio serviceAmateur radio
Form factorBase station
Release year1967
Frequency bandsHF
Bands80m40m20m15m10m
ModesAMSSBCW
Frequency range
Receive3.5-29.7 MHz
Weight8 kg
Dimensions (W×H×D)330 x 180 x 250 mm
Description
The Trio JR-500S is an early amateur shortwave receiver from 1967, covering the 80- to 10-metre bands across seven segments and additionally receiving the Japanese JJY time-signal station. It was also sold under third-party brands (e.g. Allied A-2516) and is regarded as one of the first affordable Trio amateur receivers. Reception modes are AM, SSB and CW.
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