[TenTec] TenTec 243 remote VFO and other items FS

Ken Simpson, W8EK W8EK at speakeasy.net
Sat Jul 22 07:25:26 EDT 2006


TenTec items for sale:

TenTec 243 remote VFO for Omni 545 and 546
This remote VFO is designed to operate with the early 
Omni series to provide a second VFO for operating "split".  
In addition to offering the normal split operations, it also 
permits one to receive on two frequencies simultaneously.  
Its styling matches the Omni, including the extruded ring 
around the bezel.

This particular VFO looks like it just came out of the box 
from TenTec.  There is not a scratch, dent, ding, or wear 
mark on it.  It looks perfect.  All bulbs work as well, and 
the PTO is nice and smooth.  Of course it operates fine 
also.

Manual is included for $140.


Other TenTec items:

TenTec 217 narrow CW 500 hz Crystal Filter
It can be used in the Omni 546 (series B and C), Omni V, VI, 
Argosy, or as roofing filters in the Orion I.  It is for the 9 MHz IF.  
Like new with paper work for $75.

TenTec 218 narrow SSB / wide CW filter
1800 Hz, for the 9 MHz IF.  Will work in the older Omni 
546 (series B and C), the newer Omnis in the 9 MHz IF, 
and in the Argosy, and can also be used as a roofing 
filter in the Orion I.   Like new, with the paper work
for $75.

TenTec 252 MO power supply, 20 amp, 13 V DC supply.
Matches the Omni series of transceivers.  It has an
ammeter on front. It works 100% and looks very good.
No scratches or imperfections. With manual for $ 110

TenTec 299 Voice synthesized frequency read out
This unit is used with the TenTec Omni 546 series A, B, C,
some Argonauts, Corsair, and others.  It will work with 
other rigs (such as the Triton), with minor mods to get 
the right connections.
The 299 is used primarily for blind hams who can not read the
frequency readout on the transceiver.  By pushing a button, it
will "speak" the frequency (to tenth of a KHz).  A front panel
switch permits selection of the entire frequency, or you can
eliminate the MHz, and give only the KHz.  There is also a
volume control on the front panel.
Of course it can also be used to give a "voice digital readout"
to a rig with an analog dial.
This particular unit is in great shape electrically.  Cosmetically
it has some very minor wear.  $ 190 plus shipping from Florida.

Thanks.

73,

Ken, W8EK

Ken Simpson
E-mail to W8EK at speakeasy.net or W8EK at arrl.net
Voice Phone  (352) 732-8400












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