SPECIFICATIONS:

Type: VHF, FM, solid state,  radiotelephone.
Power : 20 watts
Frequency range:  Tx 156-162 MHz, Rx 156-163 MHz
Channels: The operator can select any of 12 channels.
Channel spacing: 50 KHZ with the capability of being converted to 25 KHz once new regulations came into force on Jan 1, 1972
Duplex: Supports simplex, semi-duplex or duplex operation.
Construction: The Corvette consists of two separate units - a control unit and a transceiver. 

Receiver: Double conversion.
Dimensions: 9 in W x 3.9 n H x 12 in  D
Weight: 10.6 pounds
Mains power: 6, 12,  24 ,110  or 220 VDC. (with converter). Also available are converters for 110 or 230 volts AC 50/60 Hz
Comments:
1) Permits the monitoring of marine channel 16 while passing traffic on another channel.
2) A 16 channel version of the Corvette 20S is also available by adding 4 more channels to the existing bank of 12. 
 

The Corvette 20S radio in use. The transceiver is at the left with the control unit on the right. (Image courtesy Marconi Mariner Magazine)

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Contributors and Credits:

1) Ross Bradshaw [ross.bradshaw@mypostoffice.co.uk]
 
 

Mar 26/20