BC-611

Radio Set SCR-536 is a very compact receiver - transmitter resembling an oversize telephone hand set. Complete with batteries, antenna, tranmistter, receiver - and handset in one case.

Specifications

Frequency Range

3.5 - 6.0 mHz

Modulation Type

AM

Number of Crystals

One transmitter and one receiving crystal required per channel

Preset Frequencies

One preset Channel Provided

Antenna

44 Inch whip antenna - telescopes into set box, receiver is turned on when the antenna is extended

Tuning

Crystal

Power Source

Self contained dry batteries

Power Output

.027 Watts

Description

The BC-611 is a handheld radio commonly known as the first "walkie talkie"

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Removal From the Case

To remove the circuits from the case for service"

1. -Open the bottom cover
2. - Unplug the mic and speaker wires
3. -Unscrew the top screw
4. - Pull the radio out from the bottom.

When reinserting the radio into the case, take care to align the radio on the guide slots.

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Tuning

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The transmit frequency can be seen through the case

Receive and Transmit Crystals

Tuning Coil

Related Files

TM 11-235

Radio Sets

SCR-536-A, -B, -C, -D, -E, -F

May 1945

TM 11-4019

Radio Receiver and Transmitters

BC-611-A, -B, -C, -D, -E and -F

Repair Instructions

July 1945

TM 11-310

Schematic Diagrams for Maintenance of Ground Radio Communication Set

October 1942