** Universal Service Product Detector

Object/Artifact

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Radio Alpha

Image: Joe Veras, K9OCO

Image: Joe Veras, K9OCO

Name/Title

** Universal Service "Product Detector"

Description

Product Detector Adaptor

Category

Other

Made/Created

Manufacturer

Universal Service

Date made

circa 1956

Valuations

Value

$39.95

General Notes

Note

Universal Service of Columbus, Ohio sold a product detector adapter that improved the performance of older receivers on SSB and CW, and allowed the use of AVC. Models were made for Collins 75A-2 & 75A-3 receivers, as well as the National HRO-50 and 60. The unit plugged into the receiver’s FM adapter socket. Its sideband selection knob and indicator plate mounted on the front panel.