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Up for sale is a vintage Plectron FM Radio Receiver, manufactured by Plectron Corp. of Overton, Nebraska. Based on the rear date stamp, this unit was shipped in December 1983, placing it in the classic era of emergency service communication gear. The receiver is tuned to the specific frequency of 154.235 MHz, which was likely used by a local fire or police department (as indicated by the City of Troy asset tag on the back).
This is a classic base station unit, featuring a speaker grille on the left and control panel on the right with three rocker switches: ALERT/RESET, MON/ALERT, and OFF/ON. Below these are silver-capped knobs for SQUELCH and VOLUME. A red indicator light is positioned above the switches.
The unit retains its pale blue, textured metal case, which gives it a distinct vintage aesthetic. The front panel bears the original PLECTRON logo and brand label.
This Plectron unit is a fantastic piece of radio history for a collector or radio enthusiast. As it is a complex and specific piece of vintage electronics, it is being sold as plugged in and it makes static noise. It requires a power supply that delivers 14.7VAC at .4A – standard DC wall adapter will not work. For backup power, it can also accept two \'AA\' alkaline batteries (not included). The power supply is missing.
Specifications (from manufacturer stickers on the back):
* Manufacturer: Plectron Corp. - Overton, Nebraska 68863
* FCC ID: B2Z8QPR8000H
* RF Frequency: 154.235 MHz
* Input Power: 14.7VAC, 60HZ, .4A
* Battery Power: Takes \'AA\' alkaline batteries for backup
* Date Shipped: 12-83
* Serial Number: R8200B1-5546
Back Panel Connectors & Switches:
* EXT ANT (External Antenna) jack
* Power Input jack (for 14.7VAC supply)
* Channel switch: CH 1 / CH 2
* Option connector port
Shipping and Handling:
Item will be carefully packaged for shipment. Standard shipping rates apply. Ships within 1-2 business days of cleared payment.
Returns:
Sold as-is, no returns accepted.
