UHF-FM Transceiver PRS-100

Radio Shack (Tandy, Realistic, Micronta); USA

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  • Year
  • 1994
  • Category
  • Amateur TRX: Transmitter/Receiver (and Transceiver)
  • Radiomuseum.org ID
  • 367333

 Technical Specifications

  • Number of Transistors
  • Semiconductors present.
  • Semiconductors
  • Main principle
  • Transceiver
  • Wave bands
  • VHF incl. FM and/or UHF (see notes for details)
  • Power type and voltage
  • Batteries / addl. power jack / NiCad: 7.2 / 7.2 Volt
  • Loudspeaker
  • Permanent Magnet Dynamic (PDyn) Loudspeaker (moving coil)
  • Material
  • Plastics (no bakelite or catalin)
  • from Radiomuseum.org
  • Model: UHF-FM Transceiver PRS-100 - Radio Shack Tandy, Realistic,
  • Shape
  • Very small Portable or Pocket-Set (Handheld) < 8 inch.
  • Dimensions (WHD)
  • 2.5 x 5.5 x 1 inch / 64 x 140 x 25 mm
  • Notes

  • The Realistic PRS-100 is a two-channel, 1-watt handheld UHF FM transceiver produced for RadioShack by Maxon, operating on FRS channels 4 (462.6375 MHz) and 7 (462.7125 MHz). This compact, CSQ-only radio is designed for basic, short-range, two-way communication and is often found as a vintage collectible, sometimes listed as a parts unit or part of a 19-900A lot. 

    Key details about the Realistic PRS-100:
    Channels: Two channels (462.7125 MHz and 462.6375 MHz).
    Power: 1-watt transmit power.
    Functionality: No CTCSS/PL (continuous tone-coded squelch system) capabilities; functions with carrier squelch only.
    Manufacturer: Produced by Maxon for RadioShack.
    Usage: Suitable for basic, short-range, line-of-sight communication. 

    Includes rechargeable battery pack.

  • Price in first year of sale
  • 229.99 USD
  • Author
  • Model page created by Glen Orriss. See "Data change" for further contributors.

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