The Ten-Tec Model 1254 Shortwave Receiver Kit
The Ten-Tec Model 1254 Superhet Receiver Kit combines the satisfaction of the kit building experience with the performance features expected in a modern HF receiver. You will build a true dual-conversion superhet with a microprocessor-controlled frequency synthesizer. Digital LED readout. Alignment is easy and does not require complicated equipment. You only need a volt-ohm meter and your ear; the kit provides its own 45 MHz test signal.
Project skill level: Intermediate.
Not recommended as a first-time kit building project.
Estimated build time: 15-20 hours.
Specs:
- Frequency coverage: 100 kHz – 30 MHz
- Modes: AM, SSB, CW
- Clarifier control for +/- 1.5 kHz SSB/CW fine tuning between 2.5 kHz steps
- Front panel controls: ON/OFF switch, Tuning, Volume, Clarifier, Mode Select, Memory Write, VFO/Memory tuning select, Tuning Rate Speed
- 15 programmable memories
- Circuit: Synthesized 45-75 MHz local oscillator, 45 MHz first I-F, 455 kHz second I-F
- Sensitivity: AM mode, 2.5 uV for 10 dB SNR at 30% modulation, SSB/CW mode, 0.5 uV for 10 dB SNR
- Selectivity: 4 kHz @ -6 dB
- 6 digit green LED frequency/memory display with mode indicators
- Power supply: 12-15 Vdc, 250 mA current consumption with no signal present. 15 Vdc @ 800 mA wall transformer for 110 VAC operation included with kit.
- Antenna connector: 50 ohm input, RCA-style female phono jack
- Audio: 1.5 watts audio output to internal speaker, plus 1/8 inch front panel stereo phone jack for headphones or external speaker
- Semiconductors: 10 IC’s, 26 transistors, 16 diodes
- Compact size: 2.25″ x 6.5″ x 6.5″ HxWxD
- Construction: Steel clamshell case, aluminum chassis, plastic molded front panel. Speaker inside top of steel clamshell, top-firing
Resources:
- Manufacturer’s Product Page – Ten-Tec Model 1254
- Reviews/Build Notes/Mods:
- Retailers
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