HX-10 Heathkit "Marauder" SINGLE SIDEBAND TRANSMITTER Deluxe operational features . . . Finest quality throughout . . . Your best buy in SSB! Unmatched in features and performance at this low price First complete filter-type SSS transmitter in kit form Operates SSB (upper or lower sideband), CW, AM, & FSK 180 wafts PEP on SSB & CW ... 80 through 10 meters Multi-section, hermetically sealed crystal band-pass filter Dual conversion, crystal controlled heterodyne oscillator Preheated, temperature compensated VFO Automatic level control for higher talk power Air-cooled, shielded final amplifier VOX controlled break-in CW operation 165 to I gear drive tuning assembly Beautiful exterior styling-chrome-plated knobs Perfect driver for "Warrior" KW Linear Thousands of Hams can now attest to the outstanding performance and value of the Heathkit "Marauder" SSB transmitter Compare it with any! ... you’ll find its tremendous array of features and lowest-of-all price, the biggest value in SSB! The HX-10 is complete ... all power supplies are built-in ... all crystals are furnished for 80 through 10 meter coverage . . . just connect an antenna! It features all-mode operation with all controls located "out-front" where you want them for maximum ease of operation. The edge-lighted slide-rule tuning dial and precision 165-to-1 worm-gear tuning assembly provides smooth anti-backlash tuning with approx. 10 kc per turn for sharp, easy frequency selection. Assembly is simplified with the clean, open circuit layout and a precut, cabled wiring harness. Extra-margin, top quality parts ... heavyduty, partitioned 16 gauge steel chassis and cabinet all add up to a lifetime of dependable, trouble-free performance. For real "action" on the amateur bands equip your station with the Heathkit "Marauder" . . . its high power output provides superb performance as a transmitter, and is an ideal driver for the Heathkit HA-10 KW Linear for the ultimate in amateur power! Recommended for the more experienced kit builder. Kit HX-10 ... 96 lbs.... no money down, as low as. $22 mo.....$334.95 Export model available for 115/230 volts AC, 50-60 cps. Write for details. SPECIFICATIONS Emission: SSB (upper or lower sideband). CW, AM and FSK. Power Input: 180 watts PEP-SSB and CW. 75 watts AM. Power Output: 100 watts nominal into 50 ohms CW, FSK & SSB 25 watts AM Output Impedance: 50 to 75 ohms with not more than approximately 2:1 SWR. Frequency Range (MC): 3.5 to 4.1; 6.9 to 7.5; 13.9 to 14.5; 20.9 to 21.5; 27.9 to 28.5: 28.5 to 29.1; 29.1 to 29.7. Frequency stability: within 100 cps. after, warmup. Carrier suppression: 50 db below peak output. Unwanted sideband suppression: 55 db below peak output. Keying characteristics : Break-in CW provided by operating VOX from a keyed tone using grid-block keying. Audio input: High impedance microphone or phone patch. Audio frequency response: 400 to 3000 cps at +/- 3 db. Power requirements: OFF-4 watts; STANDBY-200 watts; KEY DOWN-400 watts at 117 volts, 50/60 cycles AC. Tubes: 3 - 6EA8 1 - 12AT7 3 - 6CB6 1 - 6AW8 1 - 6CL6 1 - 12AU7 1 - 6AL5 1 - 6AU6 2 - 6146 1 - 5U4 1 - 5R4 1 - 0A2 3 - 0B2 Power requirements: Off - 4 watts Standby - 200 watts CW key down - 400 watts Power Source: 117 volts, 50/60 cycles Cabinet size: 19" W x 11 5/8" H x 16" D Weight: 85 lbs