National RQ-151

Panasonic, Matsushita, National ナショナル (also tubes); Osaka

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Country
Japan

Manufacturer / Brand
Panasonic, Matsushita, National ナショナル (also tubes); Osaka

Year
1964–1966

Category
Sound/Video Recorder and/or Player

Radiomuseum.org ID
316880

Picture
Schematics

National RQ-151; Panasonic, (ID = 2468732) R-Player — Panasonic, National RQ-151 (2)

National RQ-151; Panasonic, (ID = 2691549) R-Player — Panasonic, National RQ-151 (1)

National RQ-151; Panasonic, (ID = 2691550) R-Player — Panasonic, National RQ-151 (1)

National RQ-151; Panasonic, (ID = 2691557) R-Player — Panasonic, National RQ-151 (1)

National RQ-151; Panasonic, (ID = 2691565) R-Player — Panasonic, National RQ-151 (1)

National RQ-151; Panasonic, (ID = 2691566) R-Player — Panasonic, National RQ-151 (1)

National RQ-151; Panasonic, (ID = 2691567) R-Player — Panasonic, National RQ-151 (1)

National RQ-151; Panasonic, (ID = 2691568) R-Player — Panasonic, National RQ-151 (1)

National RQ-151; Panasonic, (ID = 2950954) R-Player — Panasonic, National RQ-151 (1)

National RQ-151; Panasonic, (ID = 2950955) R-Player — Panasonic, National RQ-151 (1)

National RQ-151; Panasonic, (ID = 2950956) R-Player — Panasonic, National RQ-151 (1)

Technical Specifications

Number of Transistors
6

Semiconductors
2SB173 2SB175 2SB175 2SB178 2SB178 2SB172 OA70

Main principle
Audio-Amplification

Wave bands
- without

Details
Tape Recorder

Power type and voltage
Batteries / addl. power jack / D: 6 x 1.5 Volt

Loudspeaker
Permanent Magnet Dynamic (PDyn) Loudspeaker (moving coil) / Ø 3.5 inch = 8.9 cm

Power out
0.7 W (max.)

Material
Plastics (no bakelite or catalin)

from Radiomuseum.org
Model: National RQ-151 - Panasonic, Matsushita,

Shape
Portable set > 8 inch (also usable without mains)

Dimensions (WHD)
12.125 x 3.125 x 9 inch / 308 x 79 x 229 mm

Notes
National RQ-151 Tape Recorder.

Lightweight, portable, two-speed battery-operated, six transistor tape recorder in a plastic cabinet with carrying strap.

Features: low power consumption and instant operation; rated power output of maximum 700 mW, the tone control giving excellent, noise-free recording and playback. Recording can be monitored through built-in speaker while it is being made. Recording can be made for up to 1½ hours on 3¾ ips, or 3 hours on 1⅞ ips. Accurate, uniform speed due to "capstan drive" system. The microphone features a remote control switch.

Specifications: frequency response: 100-7000 C/s (Hz) at 3¾ ips and 100-4000 C/s at 1⅞ ips. Power source: 6 x UM-1 National batteries. Recording system: AC bias, erasing system, DC.

Accessories: dynamic microphone with remote control switch, 5" recording tape (600ft), empty 5" reel, radio cord, hand belt, splicing tape, leather accessories bag. (MINGAY'S PRICE SERVICE)

Net weight (2.2 lb = 1 kg)
6 lb 0 oz (6 lb) / 2.724 kg

Price in first year of sale
61.95 AUS £

Mentioned in
Mingay's Price Service (Aug 1964 to Aug 1966.)

Literature/Schematics (1)
J.R. Tape Recorder Handbook, Page N9.

Author
Model page created by Martin Kent. See "Data change" for further contributors.

Other Models
Here you find 2987 models, 2764 with images and 620 with schematics for wireless sets etc. In French: TSF for Télégraphie sans fil.
All listed radios etc. from Panasonic, Matsushita, National ナショナル (also tubes); Osaka

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The model National is part of the collections of the following members.

Keith Ellison (AUS)

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