Type: ICW (Interrupted Continuous Wave ) a.k.a. MCW shipboard transmitter
Frequency range: 600 to 800 meters ( 500 to 375 KHz respectively)
Power level: 1.5 kw
Modes: MCW (CW capability requires the fitting of additional gear)
Input power frequency : 500 Hz
Tubes used: : Single oscillator valve plus two rectifier valves.
Mains input : 2,500 watts total
Made by : Marconi UKFor a more detailed document on the MC-13 transmitter, please select this link. (Hudson's Bay Achieve # PP2009B)
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MC-13 transmitter. (Marconi International Marine Communication,). |
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