Teaberry Five-by-Five Two-Way CB Radio CB-200
Olson Radio Warehouse Inc., Olson Radio Corporation, Olson Electronics Inc., Olson Electronics Corp.; Akron, OH
- Country
- United States of America (USA)
- Manufacturer / Brand
- Olson Radio Warehouse Inc., Olson Radio Corporation, Olson Electronics Inc., Olson Electronics Corp.; Akron, OH
- Year
- 1971
- Category
- Citizen Band Equipment
- Radiomuseum.org ID
- 368169
- Number of Transistors
- Semiconductors present.
- Semiconductors
- Main principle
- Transceiver
- Wave bands
- Short Wave (SW only)
- Power type and voltage
- Storage Battery for all (e.g. for car radios and amateur radios) / 12 Volt
- Loudspeaker
- Permanent Magnet Dynamic (PDyn) Loudspeaker (moving coil)
- Material
- Metal case
- from Radiomuseum.org
- Model: Teaberry Five-by-Five Two-Way CB Radio CB-200 - Olson Radio Warehouse Inc.,
- Shape
- Chassis only or for «building in»
- Dimensions (WHD)
- 7.5 x 2.125 x 6.675 inch / 191 x 54 x 170 mm
- Notes
-
The Olson Teaberry Five-by-Five (also known as the Teaberry Model 505) is a vintage 23-channel mobile Citizens Band (CB) radio. Released in the early 1970s, it was manufactured in Taiwan and distributed by Olson Electronics.
Key Specifications & Features:
Channels: 23-channel AM operation.
Circuitry: Early solid-state design utilizing crystal synthesis.
Controls: Basic interface including volume, squelch, channel selector, and often an automatic noise limiter (ANL) switch.
Design: Known for a sleek, functional style typical of the 1970s trucker era, often featuring a black or dark finish with chrome accents.
Name Origin: The name "Five-by-Five" refers to the radio communication signal report for maximum strength and perfect clarity (rating 5 out of 5 for both).Collectibility & Usage:
This model is popular among vintage radio collectors and CB enthusiasts. While it lacks the 40 channels of later CB radios, it is noted for its: Durability: Solid construction intended for both professional "on the job" use and personal communication.
Serviceability: Crystals are often socketed, making them relatively easy to replace if they fail.
Sound Quality: It typically includes a top-firing speaker; users note that the metal top cover acts as a speaker cabinet, significantly improving audio clarity when installed.Price listed with mounting bracket, push-to-talk mike and power cord.
- Price in first year of sale
- 129.95 USD
- Mentioned in
- -- Original prospect or advert (1971 Olson Catalog Page 38)
- Author
- Model page created by Glen Orriss. See "Data change" for further contributors.
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