RX-5

Polmar
RX-5

Specifications

Prices

Pocket-size scanner, AM and FM mode, receiving frequency range 25-174 MHz in five specific bands. Ideated in P.R. of China.

Reference market : amateur-radio

RX-5 specifications

General

Frequency coverage [1]
25.0000 ~ 29.6900 MHz 66.0000 ~ 88.0000 MHz 87.5000 ~ 108.0000 MHz 108.0000 ~ 136.0000 MHz 144.0000 ~ 174.0000 MHz
Mode
AM / FM / WFM
Tuning step
5 KHz min

Receiver

Sensitivity
AM	0.4 uV (108~136 MHz, 10dB S/N)
FM	0.9 uV (27.405 MHz, 12dB SINAD) 0.3 uV (144~174 MHz, 12dB SINAD)
WFM	0.9 uV (87.5~108 MHz, 12dB SINAD)
Image rejection
65 dB
IF (Intermediate Frequency)
1°	51.75 MHz
2°	450 KHz (AM / FM)

Features

Memory
200 regular memories 5 priority channels
Display
100 Hz frequency resolution Segment-bar signal meter
Antenna
BNC 50Ω
Power supply
3.6 ~ 4.5V batteries (3 x AA alkaline or Ni-MH) 8 ~ 18 VDC external
Power consumption
250 mA max volume 35 mA squelch ON
Audio power
1 W on 16Ω
Audio output
Jack 3.5 mm

Mechanical and environmental data

Dimensions
56 (W) x 106 (H) x 27 (S) mm, without antenna

Five separate bands.

RX-5 description :

The Polmar RX-5 is a relatively light, small portable. Reception is not continuous but limited to some specific segments that are distinguished by type of radio traffic. The CB band is covered and its adjacency (25 ~ 29.69 MHz), the bands used by the PMR networks and by the amateur radio operators (66 ~ 88 and 144 ~ 174 MHz), the civil aeronautical band (108 ~ 136 MHz) and the traditional frequencies of the WFM broadcasting. A total of 200 memory locations and 5 priority channels with direct access for frequency management are available. The search options allow you to explore between band limits or within memories with a scan rate of 25 frequencies per second. For monitoring a priority channel the interval is 2 seconds. Other features: squelch, keyboard lock function.

RX-5 performance and practical notes :

Polmar RX-5 differs from other scanners by being aimed at those who do not have much experience in using receivers and who want to focus on the main VHF bands. This leads to a reduction in the number of parameters under control of the user, in fact a simplification in the use of the apparatus. It should be noted, however, that this characteristic proves or not an advantage according to the user's preferences.

RX-5 price

We have collected for your convenience the Polmar RX5 sale price (US Dollar) and its trend over time. Useful to guarantee a cheaper purchase of this radio and to put it for sale in the second-hand market. Of course offers, accessories, warranty terms and conditions can lead to different figures.

Price	Date	Condition
USD 70.50 (60EUR)	2018-nov	Second Hand Some signs of deterioration on the antenna connector
USD 99.00 (85EUR)	2018-nov	Brand-new From old stock

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