AN/SRC-3

Radio set AN/SRC-3 is a crystal controlled, fixed frequency, transmitting and receiving equipment which operates on the distress frequency range for AM (CW) communications from lifeboats.

This equipment consists of a single unit containing transmitting and receiving components and includes a charging panel, batteries and headphones.

It can be used for distress (SOS) signalling or for emergency CW communications by means of the telegraph hand key on the front panel. It uses a conventional long-wire type of antenna.

Power is furnished by 1 storage batter and a 45 volt dry cell.

Technical Details

Frequency Range

Transmitter: 500 kHz

Receiver: 350 - 550 kHz

Type of Modulation

AM

Type of Signal

LCW and CW

Power Output

50 Watts

Power Requirements

2 each 12volt storage batteries

1 45 volt B Battery

Approximate Range

Short to medium

Reference Files

JANAP 161 PP 665

15 February 1952