The DX-60B xmitter was my first ham transmitter. I used an HG-10 VFO and a Hammerland HQ-129X receiver to complete the station. It produced an honest 50W and I worked the world with it on CW. It had one of the sweetest tones of any radio of that era. I still have a DX-60B and the matching Heathkit receiver. I'll get the matching VFO when I have time to get to it. Thanks for the post.
The DX-60B was my first ham transmitter, bought used in 1962. I paired it with a Hallicrafters SX-110A. Brings back memories. The difference between that station and the FTdx-5000MP I now have is just amazing. KF6E
I had one of these back in the day. The 6146 final tube is not a triode, it's a pentode. Rather than have full-powered plate modulation for AM, Heath compromised and used screen-grid modulation - which didn't need as much audio amplifier power. I never got compliments about the AM signal, but it was great for CW.
I considered buying one in 1975 but opted, instead, to build the 80 through 10 Meter 120 watt CW transmitter featured in the 1975 and 1976 ARRL Amateur Radio Handbook. I still have it. Tuning up was the most enjoyable part of these tube rigs.
What memories! This was my first HF rig back in 1977. Didn't have the VFO but the co-worker who sold me the rig threw in a box of xtals and since as a Tech at the time I only had Novice privileges on HF so it wasn't much of an issue. He also sold me a Realistic DX-160 rcvr. With the RF gain on the 160 turned down, sidetone was not needed. Had a ton of fun with this rig. First QSO was with a WB5 in Oklahoma (wish I could remember his call. Log book was lost after several cross country moves). Oklahoma was real DX fm Tyler, TX -- hi hi. Later traded it even up to a CB shop for a FT-101E. They thought the Yaseu was for illegal CB operation just below 11 meters, but they couldn't get it to work (obviously). To them it was a boat anchor and they wanted the DX-160 for an SWL they knew. They took the DX-60B in case the SWL was interested in getting a Ham ticket. Wouldn't mind having the DX60 back today!
Great memory of all of the tune up steps! Thank you! I built one in "67" I appreciate looking around the transmitter. Please reshoot the close ups as they are out of focus. ...73's
avoid the B for HF use... it was designed for land mobile FM use in some Motorola specific applications. use 6146, or A or W or the industrial 4 number version. The W is the most rugged
Plate neutralisation is a stupid wire you need to bend, next to the 6148 and High Voltage line!!! Dangerous for neecomers to do without severe Shock!!!
Capable of very good AM audio, quite efficient with controlled carrier modulation, and an excellent choice to drive a linear amplifier because of the controlled carrier output, and the power level ( ~65 PEP output) by comparison a ranger with 40 watts carrier has 160w PEP output.. too much for almost any linear. Many people would like to own a tube radio, and operate AM and vintage CW. This is a great way to do this with a relatively small light package, with high performance, and high quality signal. Plus the tubes used are plentiful and cheap compared to many radios. Pair it with the HG-10 for sure. .and the RX of your choice.. for a small station the size of a break box.. the HR-10B is hard to beat.
Sorry but it is long gone. I sold it in June. It went for around $50 bucks or so at the end of the auction. Shipping was around $20. I used to have the crystals but they disappeared. Well, at least its gone. I now have a Hallicrafters s38EB in its place that I am considering turning around and selling as it will be replaced by an S40B. I will be selling this for at least $70.
I have one of the largest collections of vintage radios in the country including 2 Gates broadcast Transmitters, Viking 500, Johnson Desk KW, Globe king 500 and other heavy iron radios so tuning them up properly is not an issue. I enjoyed the video and the transmitter did get tuned up none the less. The author also tuned it slowly to demonstrate the tuning procedure. Granted, if the transmitter had used sweep tubes and not a 6146 it could have damaged them. Bye picky, lame, sarcastic duckie
oh twaddle.. I own or have owned all those xmtrs.. and he is doing just fine.In tune mode, the PA is disabled, so you can take a week if you want. final was essentially in resonance to begin with;. and even with sweep tubes.. this would still be perfectly normal. sheesh ! this is a 6146 running in pretty tame circustances. Sheesh !
The DX-60B with the HG-10B VFO was my first transmitter back in 1974 along with a Hammarlund HQ110C receiver.
The DX-60B xmitter was my first ham transmitter. I used an HG-10 VFO and a Hammerland HQ-129X receiver to complete the station. It produced an honest 50W and I worked the world with it on CW. It had one of the sweetest tones of any radio of that era. I still have a DX-60B and the matching Heathkit receiver. I'll get the matching VFO when I have time to get to it. Thanks for the post.
Great stuff, thanks. As a relatively new operator I appreciate you demonstrating some vintage equipment in action.
The DX-60B was my first ham transmitter, bought used in 1962. I paired it with a Hallicrafters SX-110A. Brings back memories. The difference between that station and the FTdx-5000MP I now have is just amazing. KF6E
I had one of these back in the day. The 6146 final tube is not a triode, it's a pentode. Rather than have full-powered plate modulation for AM, Heath compromised and used screen-grid modulation - which didn't need as much audio amplifier power. I never got compliments about the AM signal, but it was great for CW.
I considered buying one in 1975 but opted, instead, to build the 80 through 10 Meter 120 watt CW transmitter featured in the 1975 and 1976 ARRL Amateur Radio Handbook. I still have it. Tuning up was the most enjoyable part of these tube rigs.
What memories! This was my first HF rig back in 1977. Didn't have the VFO but the co-worker who sold me the rig threw in a box of xtals and since as a Tech at the time I only had Novice privileges on HF so it wasn't much of an issue. He also sold me a Realistic DX-160 rcvr. With the RF gain on the 160 turned down, sidetone was not needed. Had a ton of fun with this rig. First QSO was with a WB5 in Oklahoma (wish I could remember his call. Log book was lost after several cross country moves). Oklahoma was real DX fm Tyler, TX -- hi hi. Later traded it even up to a CB shop for a FT-101E. They thought the Yaseu was for illegal CB operation just below 11 meters, but they couldn't get it to work (obviously). To them it was a boat anchor and they wanted the DX-160 for an SWL they knew. They took the DX-60B in case the SWL was interested in getting a Ham ticket. Wouldn't mind having the DX60 back today!
Great memory of all of the tune up steps! Thank you! I built one in "67"
I appreciate looking around the transmitter.
Please reshoot the close ups as they are out of focus. ...73's
I have 3 Stoner Sideband items listed on eBay and am wondering if anyone
knows how to test the OSC-40. I am not familiar with Ham radio
anything.
1977 this was my first rig.
Thanks dude I got mine tuned up with this!
Nice video Jeff.
The DX-60 is a sweet little radio. My '60A does the job.
Mine has a 6146B installed.
avoid the B for HF use... it was designed for land mobile FM use in some Motorola specific applications. use 6146, or A or W or the industrial 4 number version. The W is the most rugged
Plate neutralisation is a stupid wire you need to bend, next to the 6148 and High Voltage line!!! Dangerous for neecomers to do without severe Shock!!!
Capable of very good AM audio, quite efficient with controlled carrier modulation, and an excellent choice to drive a linear amplifier because of the controlled carrier output, and the power level ( ~65 PEP output) by comparison a ranger with 40 watts carrier has 160w PEP output.. too much for almost any linear. Many people would like to own a tube radio, and operate AM and vintage CW. This is a great way to do this with a relatively small light package, with high performance, and high quality signal. Plus the tubes used are plentiful and cheap compared to many radios. Pair it with the HG-10 for sure. .and the RX of your choice.. for a small station the size of a break box.. the HR-10B is hard to beat.
Sorry but it is long gone. I sold it in June. It went for around $50 bucks or so at the end of the auction. Shipping was around $20. I used to have the crystals but they disappeared. Well, at least its gone. I now have a Hallicrafters s38EB in its place that I am considering turning around and selling as it will be replaced by an S40B. I will be selling this for at least $70.
hallicrafters sx 25 receiver i have one
I have one of the largest collections of vintage radios in the country including 2 Gates broadcast Transmitters, Viking 500, Johnson Desk KW, Globe king 500 and other heavy iron radios so tuning them up properly is not an issue. I enjoyed the video and the transmitter did get tuned up none the less. The author also tuned it slowly to demonstrate the tuning procedure. Granted, if the transmitter had used sweep tubes and not a 6146 it could have damaged them. Bye picky, lame, sarcastic duckie
oh twaddle.. I own or have owned all those xmtrs.. and he is doing just fine.In tune mode, the PA is disabled, so you can take a week if you want. final was essentially in resonance to begin with;. and even with sweep tubes.. this would still be perfectly normal. sheesh ! this is a 6146 running in pretty tame circustances. Sheesh !
No they are not. I am selling mine for $.99. If THAT is not cheap enough for you,I don't know what is.
This guy does not know how to load up the plate current the right way! LOL
Bloody overpriced then, and still overpriced now
I guess you don't know how to do it either!
I have 3 Stoner Sideband items listed on eBay and am wondering if anyone
knows how to test the OSC-40. I am not familiar with Ham radio
anything.