WELCOME TO C. CRANE CO.    CATALOG 6r  12-18-95

We are deeply involved with radios and antennas. The
expansion of our company has led us further into the
world of communication. New antennas, fax machines,
telephones, audio equipment and weather stations have
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Regular AM/FM Broadcast Listening

AM Antennas/FM Antennas ................... 4-10,45
AM/FM Radios .............................. 11-12,18
About Radio Noise ......................... 42

World Band (Short Wave) Listening

World Band Radios ......................... 20-28

LIGHTNING PROTECTION ...................... 30

Short Wave Antennas and Books ............. 29-37

Satellite Receiving Equipment ............. 59

Weather Receiving Equipment ............... 57,58

Scanner Listening

Scanners .................................. 47-51
Scanner Antennas and Books ................ 52-56

Alternative Power ......................... 66-67

Home Theater/Audio ........................ 13-17

General Accessories

CB Radio, Antennas, Transceivers .......... 62-64, 65

Headphones, Adapters etc .................. 75-78

Television Antennas and Accessories ....... 60-61

Fax Machines, Telephones .................. 70-74

Odds and Ends ............................. 38,44

Batteries and Chargers .................... 68

Auto Radios ............................... 17-18

Placing an Order .......................... 40-41

Warranty and Service Information .......... 39,43


AM LISTENING

AM (or Medium Wave as it is known internationally) has a unique
place
in the US and Canada. No other countries rely so heavily on this
frequency range. AM Talk Radio is the most important
communication
medium in the United States today.  The FCC allocated these
frequencies (535 to 1700 kHz) to commercial broadcasters because
signals in this range typically carry no more than 150 miles
during
daylight hours.

 - No single factor can improve radio reception more than a
better antenna.
 - An antenna will generally NOT eliminate radio static.
 - There is no such thing as a "powerful" radio receiver.
 - The telescopic antenna on your AM/FM radio has no effect on AM
reception.

The key to extending the reception range of a given AM broadcast
is
to improve the quality of the antenna for the receiver. The
Select-A-Tenna is one of your best choices.

The Select-A-Tenna Hardwire Model is also a good choice. The
Select-A-Tenna does pick up more noise compared to the Shielded
Loop.

SELECT-A-TENNA, REGULAR MODEL

The best AM signal enhancer made for a small portable
or clock radio. Invented, developed and manufactured
by three Wisconsin engineers, the Select-A-Tenna is a
highly sensitive AM radio antenna that requires no
connection to your radio. It uses no batteries or external
AC power source of any kind. Combined with your radio,
it creates a super-sensitive radio-antenna combination which
is better than the most expensive radio on the retail market.
This is the only AM antenna of reasonable size and cost that
works with an inexpensive radio. A $10 radio and the
Select-A-Tenna
will out perform a $1000 radio. For daytime listening, the
Select-A-Tenna effectively doubles the normal listening range
of a radio station anywhere in the country, up to 300 miles
away. Long distance night time reception depends on the skywave
signal. The skywave generally fades in signal strength causing
periodic interruptions in service. The Select-A-Tenna will
reduce night time fade-out by approximately 90%. There is no
installation or wiring. Tune your portable or clock radio
to a weak AM station. Place the antenna 1" or 2" away from
your radio and adjust the tuning knob. With simple
experimentation
you will find the best position in relation to your radio.
Constructed of a special extremely durable ABS plastic to last
a lifetime. Dark brown color. 10-3/4" diameter x 2-1/4" thick.
Frequency range 535kHz to 1700kHz.

Made in U.S.A., no time limit on satisfaction guarantee. #S ...
$57.95

NOTE: Select-A-Tenna may not help with the problem
of radio noise and static. It can actually make it
worse. Please read the page on radio noise in this
catalog to determine if this is your problem.

SELECT-A-TENNA, MODEL M

This model has been developed for conducting radio
signals into all-metal buildings, campers or trailers.
The Model M is the same as the regular model with the
addition of an external antenna and ground wire which
plugs into the front of the unit. If reception of weak
AM stations is markedly better outside your building than
it is inside, you probably need a Model M. It is no more
powerful than the regular model. It can be used exactly
like a regular model when the wires are not plugged in.

Made in U.S.A. #M ... $72.95

SELECT-A-TENNA, HARDWIRE  MODEL

AM only antenna for use with most stereo receivers
at a modest price. Requires external AM antenna inputs
on your receiver. It can also be used without the wire
as a regular Select-A-Tenna. It is no more powerful than
the regular model and in some cases may be less powerful.
This model is the same as our regular model except it has
a special output jack for direct connection to the AM antenna
terminals of your stereo receiver.  A three-foot twin-lead
wire is included for connection to your radio. One end of
this wire plugs into the Select-A-Tenna. The other end
connects to the AM antenna terminals on your receiver. In use
the Select-A-Tenna is still directional, so it must be
re-tuned for each new weak station. If you only have one
station that is weak you could theoretically tune it once
and leave it in a hidden position indefinitely.

Made in U.S.A. #HW ... $72.95

SELECT-A-TENNA, FERRITE MODEL

This unit allows for a unique and remarkable way to
connect the Select-A-Tenna up to 6' away from a stereo
receiver or portable radio.  Find the sweet spot on
your receiver loop or on top of a portable and attach
the Ferrite Stick with velcro (supplied).  The Ferrite
Stick provides slightly quieter performance than the
hardwire connection. The Ferrite model is a great choice
for the Bose Wave (tm) radio on the model that does not
have provisions for an external AM antenna. We invented
the Select-A-Tenna Ferrite Model for connection to your
stereo receiver. If you have any problems please give us
a call. The twinlead hardwires (shown at left), are also
included for your experimentation.

Made in U.S.A. #HWP ... $86.95

KIWA LOOP

The ultimate regular AM antenna made. You must have a high
quality communications receiver to use this antenna. You
should  preferably have a Drake or similar radio to appreciate
what the Kiwa Loop has to offer. The antenna swivels and tilts
to any direction to take advantage of the signal you want while
nullifying another. This is a professional tool for a person with
a great interest in distant AM stations. A built-in compass helps
orientate the antenna. The exceptionally quiet regenerative
amplifier
actually narrows the bandwidth as you turn it up. Coarse and fine
tune controls for tuning and antenna orientation are included. 
Many
of our customers report receiving offshore AM stations.
Craftsmanship
makes the Kiwa Loop look even more expensive than it is. Talk
about
a centerpiece! Actual active center loop is about 12" in
diameter.
The manual is the best in the business. 12V transformer is
included.
It has two PL259 outputs. A  detailed specification sheet is
available.
Kiwa was awarded the "Most Innovative Accessory Equipment
Designer for
1993". by World Radio TV Handbook, probably the most ethical
publication
around.

Made in U.S.A. #KWA ... $349.95

FM LISTENING

Commercial FM broadcasts at frequencies 100 times higher than AM
and has its own set of reception problems. Reception is normally
"line of sight". When you have a weak station you can hear the
"sss's" and hiss in a persons voice. If a weak station is "line
of sight"
it can usually be corrected with the use of either an amplified
indoor
antenna or better yet a large outdoor antenna. You have to bring
out the
"big guns" (powerful antennas) right away to make a real
improvement for
FM reception. Unfortunately most FM reception problems have to do
with
multi-path. Multi-path is where a signal is coming at you from
different
directions because of obstructions. Hills, buildings and even
foil-faced
insulation can severely disturb the FM reception Any indoor FM
antenna has
severe limitations in regards to multi-path. No matter what you
have been
promised all indoor FM antennas can improve a multi-path problem
only
slightly.

FM REFLECT ANTENNA

This new antenna is an improved version of the standard plastic
dipole.
Black Custom Coax with a follower line and a special crossover
hub add
new properties.  It is much less susceptible to radio noise and
it
provides a better signal to noise ratio than the standard dipole.
The
FM Reflect brings in about 10% more signal strength than a
standard
dipole because it is impedance matched to its feed line.  It
covers
the entire FM band with an almost flat response where standard
dipoles
start to fall off near the end of the band.  It out performs any
amplified
FM antenna when it comes to noise.  It is also not affected by
surrounding
objects and people like other FM antennas. It is made to place
behind a
stereo or a wall. It comes in black only. Improvements in
antennas come
slowly. We are happy to have this exclusive design.

Made in the U.S.A. #FMR ... $26.95

CHANNEL MASTER PROBE 9 FM ANTENNA (OUTDOOR)

The ultimate in outdoor FM antennas. FM enthusiast?  If you
want the highest gain of all outdoor FM antennas available
on the retail market, the Channel Master is for you. This
is an outdoor antenna that can pull in stations from as far
away as 100 miles with no noise.  Included in the price is 50FT
of high quality RG59 cable fitted with the appropriate
connectors.
Please measure from the antenna to the receiver and let us know
how much cable you actually need.

Mast is not included.
11FT- 6FT long, 6FT wide. Model Probe 9

Made in the U.S.A. #CM ... $99.95

AM and FM Antennas (combined)

OMICRON V

Our goal with the Omicron V is to build the best indoor AM/SW/FM
combination antenna. Our new Omicron V, bi-amplifier design
accepts the
Shielded Loop element specifically designed for AM and SW
reception.
It will also accept an additional optional element of your
choice.
The Omicron V uses two new capacitor coupled amplifiers in a
fully
shielded unit. This produces a remarkable low signal to noise
ratio.
The result is the signal you want to listen to seems to pop out
of
background noise. A leading audio technician has given us a
"thumbs up"
on the AM and short wave performance.

More details about the Omicron V:

The switches and gain control affect only one side of the
amplifier. It
is made for an AM antenna element.  The switch on the left is the
inductor
switch which lowers the resonate frequency on AM. This is very
beneficial
on some radios between 550 to 610 on the dial. It can also
improve short
wave in some circumstances. The Loop Cut switch is made for
shortwave. It
cuts one leg of a loop antenna element for better response on
higher
frequencies. This effectively turns one antenna element into two.
The other amplifier has an uncontrolled 6db gain. This is perfect
for a
long wire short wave antenna, FM or scanner antenna . The input
is diode
protected for voltages that may exceed the amplifier rating. This
separate
amplifier can also be used for any element you can imagine. The
effective
range is from 100 KHz to over 1 GHz.

Price includes Omicron V, (2) RCA patch cords and (1) RCA plug.
Price ... $159.95

Antenna elements to choose from for the Omicron V:

ELEMENTS: AM

The Shielded Loop is an antenna designed for AM. It picks up less
noise and static than any other.  Coupled with our low noise
amplifier produces remarkable results for all types of receivers.
The 8ft flexible loop is made out of small white 1/8" diameter
coax cable that can be hidden in a corner, behind a curtain or
around a window. It comes with a 10" feed line. Two thumb tacks
or tape can hold it in place.

Price: ....$29.95

The Omicron V may not work well next to a
strong AM station because you will hear the station in
the background all over the band. By careful orientation
you can reduce overload of a powerful local AM station.
Kiwa now makes an AM filter for BC band (MW).

NEW KIWA BCB FILTER  Price is $64.95

The Select-A-Tenna Hardware Model is also a good choice. The
Select-A-Tenna does pick up more noise compared to the Shielded
Loop.

ELEMENTS: FM

(There in more information about these elements in other
sections).
Also your standard plastic FM dipole can work fine on a weak
signal.
We can adapt it to the Omicron V for $4.00.

GE SUPER III

Purpose: A simple radio with the best AM performance.

Very few buttons and a conventional needle and dial offer a
simplicity
everyone enjoys. It is the only radio developed specifically for
the
American way of listening. A weak AM station will come in two
times
better with the GE III than with any other AM/FM radio made
today. Audio
quality is also superb compared to any other AM/FM portable.
Performance
is unbeatable because of the 8" long ferrite antenna and special
tuned
AM circuits. And Yes! the Select-A-Tenna will still improve
performance
on weak stations. It comes with a power cord ready to plug in and
an 1/8"
stereo headphone jack.  If you use a pillow speaker or ear plug
please
order a stereo  x mono adapter for an additional $4.00.  The GE
Super III
has separate bass and treble controls and a wide/narrow band
reception
setting. It will also run on (6) D batteries.

Drawbacks: Construction is medium at best. Dial is not accurate
nor
easy to tune until you become accustomed to it. It also
has no light, clock, or timer.

Size: 12-1/2" wide, 8" high, 3" deep,
6" speaker and 2" tweeter.
Made in China #GE3 ... $59.95

SANGEAN DT-200V TV/AM/FM-STEREO DIGITAL RADIO

This tiny radio fits in your shirt pocket, or clips neatly to a
belt and enables you to enjoy the audio portion of your favorite
TV program (channels 2-13).

Other features include:  FM stereo, standard AM band, 19 memory
presets,
auto-scanning, built in speaker, automatic one hour shut-off and
earbuds.
It is semi-complex, but rewarding after the technicalities are
learned.
The earphone cord (or 19" plain wire, provided) is used as an
antenna.

You are not restricted to listening through earphones:  the
radio's
output can be switched to its speaker, even while the earbuds are
connected. This radio has the best reception of any radio made
for
its size. Uses two "AA" batteries only (can't be plugged in.). 90
day
manufacturers warranty.

2-5/8" w x 4-3/8" h x 3/4" deep.

Made in Taiwan #TV .................. $64.95

RADIO ACCESSORIES

CASSETTE ADAPTER

Now you can send the audio from any receiver with an earphone
jack
to your home stereo or auto radio!!

  -  You can transfer :  TV audio from a DT200V, portable CD
player,
     ReelTalk, ham radio, scanner,  shortwave, or any other
device
     with an earphone jack to a car or home stereo!

Made in China
Price: #TA ... $19.95

AA BATTERY CHARGER KIT

Simple kit includes (4) Super 850 mah Nicad batteries,
tester and a four position battery charger.  We also supply
the most informative piece of literature on Nicads ever written
to help you preserve your purchase.

All 3 - Tester, Charger and (4) AA Nicads #BCT ... $19.95!!!

If purchased alone please add $3.00 for shipping

Battery Tester #BC ... $6.95
(4) Station AA Charger ... $7.95
(4) AA Nicads ... $8.00

AM/FM RADIOS

SMALLEST AM RADIO

Listen to your favorite talk show with no one knowing!
Comfort is exceptional because the radio is light weight
and the earbud design doesn't penetrate your ear canal.
It holds to most ears without the assistance of the ear
clip (not shown). A radio this size had to compromise somewhere
so it is only suitable for strong local stations.

Made in the U.S.A. #WSA ... $29.95

SMALLEST FM RADIO

Want to sneak FM radio with your hands free? We have
the smallest radio made in the world. This radio is
about 1/2" W x 1 1/2" H and weighs less than 1/4 oz. An
earbud on the side of the radio fits into your ear and it
comes with an ear clip to hold it in place. It should be
used in an area with moderate to strong broadcast signals.
The sound quality is excellent for a radio this size. The
radio comes with a storage case, 2 batteries (1.5v), 1 ear
cushion, and 2 detachable antennas.

Made in the U.S.A. #WSR ...  $29.95

MUSIC BY FISHER

For the money, Fisher has a great combination of price, sound,
durability and features.

In our opinion higher component quality
only reveals more recording flaws and short comings. When artists
start introducing record scratches to CD's (which they have done)
it might be time to stop chasing our tail.

DOUBLE AUTO REVERSE CASSETTE TAPE DECK

The CR-W985 double auto reverse cassette deck has Dolby B and C
(most stereos have only B), along with features such as level
meters, both left and right input levels, tape counter, and
high speed dubbing.  In addition, the Fisher has auto reverse on
both tape decks in play mode but only has auto reverse for record
on one side.

CR-W985 Tape Deck #CAS ... $159.95

THE ST-58B SPEAKERS are small but powerful.

They are more than adequate for most people.
10" x 10" x 17" Speakers: Has 8" woofer and 4" tweeter. We
heartily
recommend our CC Audio Amplified Bass Speaker!

ST-58B Speakers (pair) #FSP ... $199.95

CC AUDIO SPEAKERS

Rear Surround Sound speakers by CC Audio. 5"x 5"x 8" with 4"
woofer and 1"
tweeter.

Price (pair) #RSS ... $119.95

FISHER RD-737 STEREO RECEIVER

The RD-737 receiver puts out 120 watts of power with some of the
best
reception on AM/FM we have seen. 4 modes of surround sound,
including
Dolby ProLogic,7-speaker outputs, 7-band equalizer, 2 video
jacks, infrared
remote, and 40 station pre-sets. THD IS .9%

FISHER 24-DISC CD CHANGER

The DAC-2415 24-disc CD changer has 31 programmable categories
and
sub-categories to keep track of your CD's, with vertical loading
and repeat/random play functions.  You might think a 24 disc
changer
is more than you need but it is very nice not to have to load it
very often!

DAC-2415 CD #FCD ... $299.95

FISHER STEREO SYSTEM

If you would like the whole set as shown including 4 speakers
save $100.00  over separate pricing.

Set Price ... $999.95

Set Price including CC Audio Amplified Bass  and free
speaker wire.  $1499.95

MUSIC

AM STEREO and FM STEREO BY DENON MODEL TU-680NAB

This is the worlds finest AM receiver made today! AM audio output
is
actually better than FM! Features: Noise filtering, great band
width
selection, remote control, 30 memory presets. As with all tuners
you
need your own amplifier and speakers.

AM Specs: .3% THD mono, .5%THD stereo, 520-1710kHz
FM Specs: 1.0 microvolt (11.2dBf), THD 1 kHz (@67.5kHz dev.) 0.1%
Size 17" x 3" x 11"

Made in Japan
List Price $595.95

AMPLIFIED BASS SPEAKER

The most important improvement you can make to your stereo system
is
to add an amplified bass speaker.  We want to introduce you to
the
CC Audio Bass Speaker made by a leading manufacturer for us. The
result is double the improvement of quality to your home stereo
system
at a moderate cost.  You can connect the speaker via speaker or
line
inputs.  The crossover network actually frees your existing
stereo
system of power required for bass notes reducing distortion
dramatically.
At 160 watts of power the speaker has less than .1% total
harmonic
distortion.  Not only can you hear the music better, you can feel
it.
Specifications:  10" woofer Cabinet size 14" w X 14-3/4" h X
16-1/2" d
Weight 45 lbs.

Price: #ABS... $549.95

SURROUND SOUND

Purpose: Enhance your stereo and maybe TV Home
Theater

Remember how incredible the music sounds at
your local theater? The Surround Sound by Chase is a
passive speaker time delay device. The dramatic moments
in a music piece will be twice as moving!  Sound fills
the room and makes more of a presence. Overall results
are actually better than a ProLogic (tm by Dolby) system
on most recordings.  No amplifier is required so no noise
is introduced.  Surround Sound requires a rear pair of
speakers. The CC Audio speakers listed are quite adequate.
The speakers are located on the opposite side of the room
so wiring is a concern.

Made in Taiwan #SSS ... $94.95

CC AUDIO SURROUND SOUND SPEAKERS

These speakers are perfect for The Surround Sound by Chase.
Capable of handling all the power you can throw at them and
without any detectable distortion.  They have a 4" woofer and 1"
tweeter.
 5" W x8" H x5" Deep, handle 5 to 75 watts

Price #RSS ... $119.95

SPEAKER WIRE

We stock speaker wire for your convenience. We
have both 16 and 18 gauge wire. The 16 gauge is
recommended for running from your stereo unit to
the bass speaker. It takes 50' of wire to mount
your bass speaker 25' away. The 18 gauge is for
running from your bass speaker to the other speakers.
It is supplied in 100 foot rolls. Both are high-quality,
clear insulated wire. Please add $3.00 if your wire is
purchased separately.

50' of 16 gauge wire Price #50W ... $6.95
100' of 18 gauge wire Price #10W ... $9.95

RECOTON 900 MHZ STEREO HEADPHONES

Recoton not only makes the best 900 MHz cordless earphones
but also has the lowest price.  Is your roommate tired of
your music or talk radio? If so, this brand new product may
be for you. It is a cordless stereo headphone set. Judging
from our tests the sound quality is excellent. A small
transmitting
base unit plugs into your home stereo, or any radio with an
earphone
jack or line out jacks. The headphone set provides beautiful
sound
to any room in your house thanks to the 900 MHz technology!.
Static
is non-existent even through 3 or 4 walls.  You can even mow the
lawn with them on.  The approximate range is about 150 feet
line of sight. Very comfortable to wear because the head band
is separate from the cushioned head support. Rechargeable battery
pack and patch cords are included. Battery charger is built in.
90 day warranty.

Made in China

Price  #   RWH........................ $99.95

Battery Pack for the Recoton 900 MHz Headphones.

Now may be the time for an extra battery pack. Ours is more
powerful by 30% at 400 MAH.

Price # RBP $9.95
Please add $2.00 if purchased separately

MUSIC AND VOICE

FX WAVE

The fx-Wave is a mini FM broadcast station. It can be used any
time you want to transmit any clear audio to another location.
The host electronic device must have an earphone jack.

Uses:

AM radio: In an office building AM radio reception may not be
available except at a window. Any radio coupled to the FX-wave
can
transmit clear audio throughout the office.

CD music: Use your portable player to transmit to your full size
stereo system.

Broadcast: Start your own mini broadcast station. We will soon
have a 
mixer capable of mixing audio from a microphone with any music.

Television: Transmit TV audio to your home stereo or your bedroom
radio. You can even transmit TV audio to your car radio while you
are driving. The FX-Wave will also transmit the sound from your
portable CD player to your auto radio.

Other uses:  Transmit any walkman style radio, electric guitar,
keyboard,
scanner, tape recorder or ham radio to your home stereo or pocket
radio.
The FX-Wave normally transmits about 150' If you have problems
with the
transmit distance please give us a call.

FX Wave Price #WFT ... $34.95 including two tiny "AAA" batteries.
Size: 3" diameter, 1" thick

OPTION: FX Wave with Power Supply.
Price #FXP ... $59.95

If you plan on running the FX-Wave frequently,  we suggest a
C. Crane custom filtered power supply manufactured by us.

POWERFUL NEW OPTIONS!:

DIGITAL ANNOUNCER by Bogen.

Connect this unit to the fx Wave and broadcast what you do best
to
anybody with an FM radio within about 150 feet! Put a sign in
your
window  telling your customer: "Tune to 95.5 FM for our specials
today"!
Great for real estate agents and anywhere people can park and
listen.
One sandwich shop put it near a freeway for the "today's
special".
The Bogen works great for its original purpose of "on hold" music
or
announcements too. The Bogen downloads a regular cassette into
memory
and it can play it back indefinitely without wearing out. Its
built
like a tank and audio quality is unbelievable.

3 yr warranty

(4) minute capacity   Price #4DA....... $374.95

(8) minute capacity   Price #8DA....... $459.95

MICROPHONE MIXER BY CC AUDIO

Want to mix your voice with your own music? You can start your
own
mini broadcast station for your neighborhood or any type of
facility. We had to make one from scratch because no one makes an
inexpensive one. It can combine one or two microphones with the
output from any earphone jack and send it to the fx Wave!

Price #MIX ... $59.95

JVC PERSONAL AM/FM RADIO AND TAPE PLAYER

We checked out most of the competition on personal digital AM/FM
tape players and this one took top prize. It's the only one that
performed great on AM.  Yes, it has all the do-dads you could
want,
headphones included.  I would definitely get our AA charger kit
with
your purchase for $19.95 which includes (4) AA batteries, tester,
mini charger. Runs on 2 AA batteries.

Optional 3 volt adapter is $11.95
Price #RCP ... $89.95

JVC COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM

Great locations for this unit would be Home, Office, or  with
your TV/VCR combo for great improvement over your existing TV
sound system. The speaker stands are included in the price to
put the speakers where they belong for best performance.  The
black
Audio Rack is optional at $99.95. The system design and sound is
extraordinary. Four separate amps put out a total of 50 watts per
channel at .9 THD which is fine for a compact system. It will
hold (7) CD"s, and has about every audio adjustment you could
imagine. Twin auto reverse tapes with one auto reverse record,
remote and AM/FM stereo are  included. You can crank it up louder
than most wise people would enjoy with no audible distortion.
AM and FM antenna inputs are there too.

Speaker size: satellites-(1)4"&1", bass-(2) 5". Please don't
under estimate the sound by the size of the speakers. Anybody who
has had a JVC is aware of the standards they keep.

Price ..... $999.95

MOBILE ELECTRONICS

SANYO AUTO RADIO

Sanyo is famous for value, reliability and "features for cost"
in all things that it builds.  Their auto radios are no
exception. The MAC-4195 has 30 watts to (4) channels! It has
automatic everything and Dolby B noise reduction. By our own
tests AM reception is excellent. The front of the unit comes
off easily to help prevent theft. If you choose to purchase a
(6) disk CD changer you can control it from this unit. We can
get the parts you need for installation and help you with any
problems. Shafted model is available at lower cost. A pair of
good 6" speakers cost about $80.00.

Two 6x9 speakers cost about $120.00.

Please call our tech to help you plan which
speakers are best for you.

Price  #SAR ... $199.95,
Installation kit ... $9.95

Price with 6 Disk CD changer and Radio together $499.95 including
kit.

BECKER MEXICO 2340

The Becker Mexico 2340 comes to us from Germany. It is a highly
sophisticated car radio with an unconventional look and price
tag.
The system can be operated by a credit card sized, wireless
remote
control. The cassette player has Dolby B and C. The radio offers
coverage
of AM, FM and six of the most popular international Shortwave
bands.
The coverage is 5900-6250 KHz, 7100-7550, 9300-10000,
11500-12100,
13600-13800 and 15000-15700 KHz. For security the front panel is
removable. When the panel is in place and you turn on the
ignition,
the radio asks you to type in a security code.  AM and Shortwave
have
10 memory channels and FM has 30. On FM the radio will scan the
band
and store the 10 strongest stations for you. Becker makes the
radio
for the Mercedes Benz automobiles. The performance of the Becker
Mexico
2340 is excellent. The 1995 edition of World Radio TV Handbook
judges
the tuner in this radio "...to be superior to the DC-777". 
Mediumwave
reception is also superb "...it sounds good and the 1 KHz tuning
allows
you to escape some channel interference."  If shortwave in your
automobile is of importance to you, we feel this radio is the
best made.

More information is available

Price: #BAR ... $899.95

AM/FM AUTO ANTENNA

Purpose: Improve AM reception on your automobile.
Remember: An antenna is more important than your radio, always!
Here is an easy and inexpensive way to improve auto radio
reception.
This loaded coil antenna will improve reception by almost double
on
AM and may improve FM. If you have a SW auto radio this antenna
is a
must! Our antenna works by increasing the electrical length over
your
existing antenna. The antenna has a coiled stainless steel spring
which will allow the antenna to bend under the pressure of high
speed,
and helps prevent damage from trees and brush along road sides.
Our
newest version is much less susceptible to static caused by
spring
movement. (Pat. Pending) Although our antenna does not introduce
any
radio noise, it will pick up noise from your auto's electrical
system
and more noise from power lines when they are overhead.  If you
want
to lessen electrical noise from your auto it is best to seek out
a good
radio installation person. They can add a spark suppressor or
other
equipment to help eliminate radio noise. If you have a whine that
increases with speed then your alternator may be the problem.
Please
specify the make, model and year of vehicle. Please call us for
details if your car is not stock.  Installation usually takes
only a
few minutes. Height collapsed is 24", 54" tall fully extended.
For a
large truck please specify "beef-up" to protect the coil from
massive
shaking. This antenna will not work on an automatic retractable
antenna.
If you have an automatic antenna you may choose to purchase the
full-replacement antenna, below.

Made in U.S.A. exclusively for C. Crane Co.

Price #AUT ... $29.95

Beef-up  #BEE ... $4.00

SPECIAL AM - FM BIG TRUCK ANTENNA KIT

We can't think of a better way to pass the time and keep alert
than
listening to talk radio. The best way to do that is to give your
antenna
a boost.

Big trucks tend to shake things apart so we have added two layers
of
of shrink tubing over the booster coil. This type of tubing has
hot-melt
glue on the inside so it seals the coil shut to moisture and
doubles the
strength.

The all stainless quick grip mirror mount makes switching from
truck to
truck easy. Eight feet of cable (or more if you need it) provides
fast plug
in to your radio. Items can be purchased separately or discounted
if
purchased as a kit.

Beefed-up Antenna ... $33.95

Quick release mirror mount ... $24.95

8' of cable with connectors ... $10.00

PACKAGE PRICE (SAVE $13.95) #TAK ... $54.95

FULL REPLACEMENT AUTO ANTENNA

If you have a hole in the body of your car where an antenna
should go
(or where your last antenna was), this is the one for you. Ut is
coil-loaded like our regular model. It can be mounted on a
horizontal or
vertical surface or anything in between. Requires 7/8" hole. We
have
special drill bits for rent if you need one.

Made in U.S.A. #RAU ... $32.95

Beef-up for Semi Truck use (shrink tubing) #BEE ... add $4.00

EXTENDED RECORDING

REEL TALK

If you don't want to miss your favorite talk show host, here is a
real
solution: Reel Talk, an AM, FM radio with a cassette recorder
built in. The
recorder is designed to record at very slow speed which allows
you to tape
up to 4 hours on one side of a 120 minute cassette. Ninety minute
tapes are
recommended which gives you three hours of record time. You can
pre-program
the recorder to start if you aren't around. Other features
include clock
alarms, 20 memory presets, AC or battery operation and earphone
jack. The
radio works great with the Select-A-Tenna on weak AM signals.

Due to the slow speed taping this is not recommended for
recording music. The
tape you make has to be played back on the ReelTalk. It is a
portable unit
that runs on (6) "D" size batteries or can be plugged in.

Size 6" W x 6" D x 12" H.
Weight 6 lbs.
90 day warranty, Made in China

Price #RT ... $139.95

ACCESSORIES YOU MAY WANT FOR THE REELTALK

TAPES: Ninety minute tapes work best for the ReelTalk because of
reliability and high audio quality. We have the best TDK High
Bias SA grade
tapes.

Price #CT - (2) for $4.50 or (5) pack for $10.00

CASSETTE ADAPTER

Originally made to adapt a CD player to a auto radio. It also
works
great for any device with an earphone jack. Use it with our
little
TV radio for Television audio in your car. It will work well for
handheld ham or CB radios, Reeltalk, scanner or whatever else you
can think of. We tested many units. The Philips was the best.

Price #TA ... $19.95

FX WAVE

Simply plug it into the ReelTalk or anything else with an
earphone jack and
you're on your way to crystal clear listening. Will allow you to
listen to
your favorite audio across an FM frequency. Great if you're in a
noisy
office building or working outside in the yard.

FX Wave Price #WFT ... $34.95 including two tiny "AAA" batteries.
Size: 3" diameter, 1" thick

OPTION: FX Wave with Power Supply.
Price #FXP ... $59.95

If you plan on running the FX-Wave frequently,  we suggest a
C. Crane custom filtered power supply manufactured by us.

PERSONAL CASSETTE PLAYER FOR 1/4 SPEED REELTALK TAPES

Its not always convenient to carry the ReelTalk around to play
your tape.
This is a high quality player with an earphone jack that plays at
both 1/4
speed and regular speed.

Price #PPL ... $64.95

WORLDBAND LISTENING

Shortwave listening allows you to keep in touch with
the world. The United States is just starting to learn
about this medium. Russia has 85 million shortwave receivers.
The U.S. has 17 million.  Just as talk shows have had a
tremendous impact in the U.S., Shortwave has literally brought
down the Berlin Wall and made Glasnost possible. Shortwave
broadcasts are the best sources for international news.
Listening to Shortwave is almost like traveling to the
country to which you are tuned.  In case of national
emergencies, Shortwave Single Sideband is used by ham
radio operators to coordinate aid. Shortwave is worldwide
talk radio in many respects.  Worldwide call-in talk shows
are starting to show up more and more on the SW bands. Even
Rush Limbaugh is broadcast live on 15.420mhz. Shortwave is
somewhat of a hobby.  It requires learning about new
things like receivers, antennas, frequencies and signal
propagation.  Reception is rarely as good as you will find
with a local broadcast radio station. The reward for your
effort, however, is never ending. When choosing a receiver
remember that an antenna is much more important than the
radio. A $200.00 radio coupled with a slightly better antenna
can out-perform a $1000.00 radio. A small carry-around
Shortwave radio with conventional needle and dial tuning is
fine for occasional listening to the major Shortwave
broadcasters.
A modern digital radio is almost a requirement for steadfast
listening. Digital tuning allows you to tune precisely to
a station's frequency. The most versatile radios have an
external antenna input to help with reception. Our digital
radios are easier to program than VCRs. The drawback of a
digital radio is you do not have the "feel" of a conventional
needle and dial radio.  Still, we realize that many people
can benefit from a little coaching on the radios.  We would
like you to call us when you have a question.  There is no
better way to learn how to use the radio than to be guided
through a few steps of its operation. The instructions provided
with the radio even start to make sense after a little
coaching. (Sorry, we don't coach VCRs.)

GETTING STARTED IN SHORTWAVE
  
The first thing to decide is waht size portable radio you need.

SMALL (under 6" wide): If you travel extensively and size is
important then perhaps the smallest radio is best. As a radio
gets smaller
performance generally goes down very slightly on sensitivity
(ability to
pick up a weak station) and selectivity (ability to distinguish
close
stations). Since the speaker is small a good set of headphones is
a wise
investment.

MID-SIZE (about 8" wide): This size radio is multi-purpose. It is
small
enough to travel with or just carry around. It is also quite
suitable as a
desk top radio.

LARGE (about 12" wide): A real benefit of a larger radio is the
audio
quality which makes it easier to listen to for hours on end.
Larger radios
seem to have better sensitivity and selectivity.

STARTER KIT

We offer a Starter Kit with many of our radios. It is recommend
highly if
you are new to shortwave radio. The kit includes the book
"Passport to
World Band Radio" and the "Portable Shortwave Antenna" together
with
listening tips and our "Shortwave Antenna Pamphlet" on
constructing antennas.
"Passport to World Band Radio" is written specifically to help
you get
started. It lists English speaking broadcasts by country,
frequency and
time. This book makes it two to three times easier to learn about
shortwave. If you need more information about shortwave and the
radios
available before purchasing this book also has product reviews.

Opinion by Bob:

We sell a large quantity of the book Passport To World Band Radio
and I would like to offer another view point. The Passport is the
best
book available for shortwave information. As we have gained more
knowledge about shortwave we have developed different view points
regarding some radio ratings. Grundig makes the finest radios in
their
size class. According to Passport the Sangean 818 is not as good
as
the YB400 . For every person I meet ease of use, audio quality,
and
sensitivity are much better on the Sangean 818 but it is a much
larger
radio. I own the YB400 for its size and side band capability and
love it!
The Sangean 808 is a also a good choice for the YB400 size radio
but it
does not have sideband. The current price of the 808 makes it a
very
attractive alternative. Passport suggests a minimal antenna, or
none at
all is needed for most circumstances on the East Coast. Radio
reception on
the West Coast is dismal for European stations for the most part.
Our Giant
Loop antenna would probably overwhelm all but the sturdiest of
radios
on the East Coast, but brings reception here up to a level that
equals or
exceeds East Coast reception. Passport likes the Sony 2010. We
have 12
customers who have both the Satellit 700 and the Sony 2010.
Eleven of the
12 prefer the Satellit 700. The Sony is perhaps subject to
overload with
a large antenna.

Thanks for listening.

SANGEAN

Sangean Electronics is based in Taiwan.
Founded in 1964, Sangean Electronics is one of the world's
oldest and largest single manufacturer of multiband,
shortwave radio receivers. Sangean products are high quality,
portable, and attractive. Sangean Electronics distributes
its radios in more than 60 countries throughout Europe
and Asia, and of course in the United States. The radios
are built in a 100,000 square foot factory in Taiwan. There
are over 600 employees within the Sangean family. Pride
in the workmanship allows Sangean to offer an unsurpassed
warranty policy. An authoritative book, World Radio TV
Handbook, 1994 edition, awarded Sangean "The Most Innovative
Manufacturer" award for manufacturing affordable radios of
high quality. Sangean has developed several outstanding
radios. The 818 is a digital radio considered the easiest
digital to operate. The 818CS is the best all purpose radio
made today. Sangean's pocket radio, the DT200V is the most
sensitive of any tiny radio made. The full coverage Sangean 808
is the only small radio to receive the highest 5 star rating
by a leading equipment reviewer (1993). The digital model 606
pocket radio is so advanced it is amazing. These products are
excellent values even if the price were twice as high.

WORLD BAND RADIOS

SANGEAN ATS818CS (with tape recorder) * best buy

This is the only high-performance general coverage SW receiver
with a
built-in cassette recorder. Programmable recorder; Auto-stop
cassette
(no auto-reverse); can be set to turn on and record at a preset
time.
The recording time is limited to one side of a 90 minute tape (45
minutes).
(45) one button access to memory (9 each for AM, FM, LW, + 18 for
SW)
Radio/buzzer clock alarm
Dual time clock
Built in handle, Round volume knob
Continuous coverage from 150 to 30,000 kHz
BFO for single side band reception
External antenna adapter and AC adapter are included
Uses (4) "D" batteries and (3) "AA" for memory, Size 12" x 7-1/2"
x 3"
This radio is exactly the same as the 818, but with a built-in
cassette
recorder. The speaker is slightly smaller than the 818.  It's not
quite
as "bright" as we'd like it to be for voice reproduction. It is
the best
all purpose radio made today and works well as a bedside radio.

Made in Taiwan. Price #8CS ... $224.95

LEATHER OR NYLON RADIO CASE

Perfect for the listener on the go. We have two very high
quality,
durable carrying cases for the 818/818cs. The exterior of the
case
is made of top grain leather or nylon, the interior of nylon. A
thick
layer of polyfoam protects the radio. The main compartment has a
velcro safety strap to secure the radio. Abundance of storage
compartments is perfect for adapters, information books, portable
antennas and power cords with storage on both exterior surfaces.

Size:  14" x 12" x 7".

Nylon: Made in China.
Leather: Made in Dominican Republic

Nylon #NCC ... $49.95 10 year warranty
Leather #LCC ...  $89.95 Lifetime Guarantee

Starter Kit ...(DISCOUNT PRICE).$25.00 when
purchased with radio. Save $12.00 over
individual prices.

#8CK Starter Kit includes: 536 page PTWBR, Portable Short Wave
Antenna,
and Short Wave Antenna Pamphlet.

SANGEAN ATS818 * best buy

If you don't need a tape, get this one because it has a larger,
better
sounding speaker than the 818CS. Otherwise they are exactly the
same.
45 one button access memory presets (9 each for FM, LW, AM, plus
18 for SW)
Radio/Buzzer clock alarm
Dual time clock; simultaneous display of time and frequency
Built-in, flip-up handle that makes it more convenient to carry
Round volume control knob.
BFO for single sideband reception
We like these radios very much. Our customers find them easier to
use
than just about any other radio.
The display light remains on for 12 seconds when its button is
pushed.
This combined with one-touch memory recall makes the ATS818 easy
to use
as a bedside radio. Runs on 4 "D" and 3 "AA" batteries, not
included,
or 6 volt AC adapter, included. 12" x 7-1/2" x 3"

Made in Taiwan #818... $174.95
Starter Kit  #81K ... $25.00

SANGEAN 808 * best buy

A premium, small radio for the traveler.  Its tuning circuitry
and
performance are similar to the 818, except that it lacks
single-side-band
capability (for listening to amateur broadcasts).  It has 45
station presets
and full clock and sleep timer functions with choice of buzzer or
radio
alarm. Other features include auto or manual scanning and
continuous tuning
from 150kHz to 30,000kHz. It has selectable tuning increments of
10kHz
(U.S. standard) or 9kHz (popular in other parts of the world). 
This is a
very well crafted radio with exceptional AM performance for its
size.  It
was rated #1 for 8" size class by World Radio TV Handbook, 1993
edition,
above all other radios. It does not have light.

Size: 8" x 5" x 1-1/2"
Made in Taiwan (limited time on price) #808... $139.95
AC adapter #6AC ... $10.95
Combination of Starter Kit and AC adapter #8OK ... $35.95

SANGEAN 606/606P Ultra Compact Digital

If small size is as important as performance, then check out this
radio. It is a direct entry shortwave radio that tunes
continuously
from 153 to 29,995Khz. It has 45 memory presets to store your
favorite
stations. This radio also has a feature offered by no other radio
made
by Sangean. When you go to a new area and you do not know  the
local
stations, the radio will search for and store (from strongest
station to
weakest) the frequencies for you.

Other features include: Dual time display, Local/DX selection,
Dual Alarm,
and Sleep timer. The radio is offered by itself or with a
portable
shortwave antenna and 120/220 AC adapter.

Made in Taiwan. Size: 5-3/4" x 3-1/2" x 1-1/4"
Radio alone (606) #606........... $169.95
Radio with SW antenna & AC adapter (606P) #60P... $189.95
606P with Passport to World Band Radio #6PA ... $204.95

NEW! SANGEAN ATS303 AM, FM, SW

A digital radio is much easier to tune once you know the
frequency of
the station you want to hear. You may store up to five
frequencies on
each band (like on a car radio).  It has full coverage from 2.3
to 26.1 MHz
except between 7.3 to 9.5MHz. It is excellent as a travel radio
and small
bedside radio even though it has no light. The one-button memory
recall
feature makes a lighted display unnecessary.  Audio quality is
adequate
for a small radio.  By sliding a switch to one of the shortwave
bands and
pressing the tuning button it will search for the first available
strong
shortwave station.

Other features: sleep timer, clock/buzzer alarm, pouch.
Runs on (4) AA batteries or an optional 6 volt adapter.

Size: 7" x 4" x 1-1/2"
Made in Taiwan  Price: #303 ... $74.95
AC adapter #6AC $10.95
Portable SW Antenna #PSA ... $10.95

DON'T WANT TO SPEND A LOT OF MONEY? READ ON:

We normally have some type of $49.95 deal to offer you. One of
the best
examples is a close out of the Sangean 631. It normally sold for
well
over $100.00. We purchased all of the "returned" stock Sangean
had and
can now pass the bargain on to you. This type of radio is perfect
for an
occasional trip or surfing the SW bands to see what frequency
ranges are
working at the moment.

Limited Quantity Price $49.95

GRUNDIG

FOUNDED by Max Grundig, Grundig of Germany has been synonymous
with shortwave radios since the late fifties. Being consistent in
their quality, advanced product development, and modern
manufacturing
techniques allows Grundig to offer the finest portables on the
market
with single-sideband capabilities. Among the many shortwave
radios
Grundig manufactures is the Grundig Satellit 700, on the market
since
the fall of 1992. It is the first radio to ever have the Radio
Data
System (RDS) for FM. The shortwave section has been designed to
enhance selectivity and sensitivity, which is most noticeable on
weak stations.  The new YB400 is considered the best in its size
class with single side band capability. In keeping with our goal
to
have the best products for the money and also the best of a
company's
particular products, we have chosen to carry many radios of the
Grundig
line.

GRUNDIG SATELLIT 700

If you took a vote for the best portable in the world
today the Satellit 700 would likely take the majority. It
has the feel of an intelligently designed radio with a
grand history. Other companies have gone a bit overboard on
"techno" achievements and have reduced their real usable quality.
To use all of the Satellit 700 features can be compared to
learning how to program a VCR. The radio is quite easy to use
once you practice a bit. We sincerely ask you to call us on our
toll free line if you have any questions after your purchase.

Features of the Satellit 700:

Continuous coverage from 1.6 to 30 megahertz including regular AM
and FM.
True upper and lower selectable sideband circuitry.
Extremely selective,with a small thumb wheel for finer voice
resolution on single sideband.
Exceptional FM. It equals even the most expensive tuners. RDS is
on board.
Excellent audio for a portable.
512 programmable memory positions.
Expandable to 2048 memories. Up to 3 optional EPROM chips are
available.
You can label memory positions with up to 8 characters and
numbers.
Two 24 hour format clocks, 60 minute Sleep timer with 10 minute
increments.
Two programmable on/off timers.
Selectable wide/narrow bandwidth filter.
Synchronous detector with displayed sideband position.
Manual override for digital tuning can double signal strength
of a weak station!
Separate bass and treble controls.
Selectable manual gain control.
Small speakers or headphones may be used for full stereo
reception.
Built-in Nicad charger (4 "D" size), 12 volt - 220/110 AC adapter
included.
Lighted LCD display, programmable lamp, on or off.
Built in telescopic and Ferrite antennas for MW, LW, FM, SW.
Coax adapter included for external antenna.

Dimensions: 12" long, 7" high and 3" deep.
Color is dark grey.
One year parts and labor warranty.
External antenna switch status is displayed on screen.

Made in Portugal #S70.......... $499.95
Starter Kit #70K .................... $25.00

OPTIONS FOR SATELLITE 700

STARTER KIT

If you are not familiar with short wave (or even if your are) we
recommend
this book, antenna and pamphlet.

Price:(with pruchase) #70K ... $25.00

EPROM CHIPS

We have 2 Pre-Programmed EPROM Chips, one with North American
English broadcasts #EPP and the other with Single Sideband #UEP
maritime and emergency broadcasts.

Price ... $19.95 each or $16.95 when sold with the radio.
Blank chips you can program yourself are #EPR $10.00 each.

Heavy duty Nicads, 4000 MAH are $6.95 each. These are almost 3x's
more
powerful than you get normally. Best price in U.S.A. #RD

LEATHER OR NYLON RADIO CASE

Perfect for the listener on the go. We have two very high
quality,
durable carrying cases for the 818/818cs. The exterior of the
case
is made of top grain leather or nylon, the interior of nylon. A
thick
layer of polyfoam protects the radio. The main compartment has a
velcro safety strap to secure the radio. Abundance of storage
compartments is perfect for adapters, information books, portable
antennas and power cords with storage on both exterior surfaces.

Size:  14" x 12" x 7".

Nylon: Made in China.
Leather: Made in Dominican Republic

Nylon #NCC ... $49.95 10 year warranty
Leather #LCC ...  $89.95 Lifetime Guarantee

NEW OPTION for the Satellit 700:

If you have a tape recorder with a remote switch jack, we have a
special recorder adapter for the Satellit 700.

With purchase #70R $19.95 or $21.95 if purchased alone.

GRUNDIG YACHT BOY 400

One of the newest radios by Grundig, the Yacht Boy 400,
is the best if you want a mid-size (approx 8") shortwave
portable that includes single sideband capability. It
has been rated #1 of all similar size radios. With continuous
tuning from 1.6 to 30 megahertz, FM-stereo, AM and longwave,
it covers all shortwave bands. The single sideband allows
you to listen to amateur, military and commercial air-to-ground
and ship-to-shore radio.The Yacht Boy 400 has 40 programmable
memory presets (so your favorite stations are readily available);
LCD shows simultaneous display of time, frequency, band, turn
on time and sleep timer; dual clocks show time in 24-hour
format; and sleep timer with 15-minute increments up to
60 minutes. Phase-lock tuning, user selectable tuning steps,
and wide/narrow bandwidth filter. Also featured is a DX/local
switch, and an external antenna connection for SW antenna
capabilities. Provided with the radio is a small, portable
shortwave antenna,(6) "AA" batteries, carrying case, and SW
guide.

SIZE 7.75" x 4.5" x 1.25"

Made in China Price #400 ... $199.95
High Quality 9V Adapter #9v... $11.95
Starter Kit #4KI ... $27.00, (Includes AC Adapter and
Passport to World Band Radio.)

YACHT BOY 207

Small portable radio from Grundig. 9 bands of SW, plus LW,
AM, and FM.  Great for travel. Good quality for a radio in
this price range. 2" speaker, earphone jack, and carrying
case. Powered by 2 "AA" batteries or an optional 3V AC adapter.
If you are looking for an inexpensive portable, this is the
best we have seen! 6" x 3-1/2" x 1-1/4"

Made in China Price #207 ... $52.95
Portable SW Antenna #PSA ... $10.95
Optional 3V AC adapter 3AC ... $11.95

DRAKE SW8

For someone who wants the finest in portable SW
receivers the Drake SW8 is a stand alone choice.
Durable metal construction imparts the tradition
of good old-fashioned, "Made in America" craftsmanship.
We are impressed by the remarkable quality of the
audio. Distant short wave stations are more "relaxing"
to listen to on this radio than on most radios we have
used. The audio quality is the best of all shortwave
receivers we tested. Controls are relatively easy. The
radio is large for a portable and the front mount antenna
is a bit different. Sensitivity is rated at <2 microvolts
in AM mode and <.5 in SSB. Selectivity is rated at up
to 60 db isolation at 9 kHz with 4 kHz bandwidth setting.
Weight 10 lbs. FM stereo with headphones, Dual clocks and
timers, 70 memories, battery indicator, 6 "D" batteries, 9V 1 amp
transformer, whip antenna, external antenna inputs, 4.0/2.3 KHz
bandwidth selection, Synchronous detection does not work
properly but use of SSB to reduce distortion works excellent,
Coverage: 500-30000 KHz-AM/SSB, FM stereo, Aircraft 118-137 MHz,
Digital LCD display with back light.
More information is available.
Size: 11.5" Wx 5.25" Hx 13" D

Made in U.S.A #SW8 ... $699.95

NEW! - DRAKE R8a

If you listen to shortwave for several hours a day, or
need professional quality for your endeavors the Drake R8A
is one of the best in the world. One equipment critic lists
it as "the best radio we have ever tested for quality listening
to programs". We consider it the "Steinway" of SW radios. It
precisely tunes to the station you want better than any other
radio we have. Because of excellent filtering it looks at your
station through a narrow window effectively blocking noise and
traffic from other frequencies.

Some of the specifications are:

Synchronous detector
Built-in multi voltage power supply
RS232 computer interface
(5) filter bandwidths
440 channel memory
Built-in pre-amp
Dual clock
Dual mode noise blanker
Passband offset
Selectable AGC
Built-in speaker
Selectable dual antenna inputs
Optimum tuning step selection
AM 100 to 30,000 kHz
1.5 microvolt sensitivity AM mode
1 microvolt sensitivity in SSB mode.

Weight 13 lbs,  13"W x 5"H x 13D"

Options: VHF converter:  (35-55 MHz and 108-174 MHz) ... $219.00
installed.
Matching External Speaker..$49.95
Software remote control package.$75.00 including RS232 cable.
More information is available.

Made in the U.S.A. #R8A ... $1099.95

SHORT WAVE ANTENNAS

The antenna is ten times more important than
the radio. (Unless you're hit by lightning). The best
first step in improving your reception is to improve
your antenna. In fact, a good antenna can make an inexpensive
radio out-perform a much more expensive radio. Antenna design
is a fairly complex science, if not completely a "black art".
Our booklet: Short Wave Antennas for the Non-Rocket Scientist,
presents and compares a number of antenna designs.  We think
its information is so important that we send it free with each
of our radios equipped with external antenna jacks.  It does
have several tidbits in it that aren't found in this catalog.
Please think of this catalog as the appetizer, and the antenna
pamphlet as the main course. We highly recommend the pamphlet to
anyone pondering an antenna purchase. We carry a full inventory
of antenna accessories: switches, cables, fittings,  and
lightning protection. The antenna pamphlet contains a price
list.  Because of the custom nature of antenna parts orders,
we ask you to do a little preliminary design work before
calling. Were happy to help you with your order, but find it
expensive to design antennas over the toll-free number. Please
use our 707-725-9000 number for antenna questions. The length,
height and orientation of an antenna element greatly affects
reception.  If you have an interest in developing your knowledge
in antennas may we heartily suggest you get Joe Carr's Receiving
Antenna Handbook for $20.95 including shipping. We cannot be
responsible for your construction and use of any antenna.
Antenna construction is inherently dangerous because of
lightning,
ladders, tools, and power lines.  We cannot be responsible or
guarantee the fitness, use or construction of any antenna. With
warnings out of the way the best way to start building a short
wave antenna is to get 65' of any type of wire, insulated
preferred.
Attach one end to your telescopic antenna with an alligator clip.
If you don't have a clip just bare the wire and wrap it around
the
telescopic antenna a few times.  Take the other end of the
wire and bring it out a window to a tree if possible. If you
cannot take it outside merely run it along a baseboard or
anywhere
convenient and safe.  This wire will give a nice boost to any
shortwave radio.

PORTABLE SHORT WAVE ANTENNA

This is a very convenient and inexpensive way to improve
your reception over the telescoping antenna attached to
your radio. This is a 23 foot, simple longwire antenna with
a major improvement on each end: a "universal" clip for
attachment
to the antenna (usually the best), and a reel-type case for
quick and tidy storage of the wire when not in use. We highly
recommend this antenna for use with all of World Band radios
(Bob helped invent it). Made in Korea    2-3/4" x 3-3/4"x 5/8".
A capacitor is installed to lower resonate frequency in the
"universal"
clip.

Price when purchased with a radio #PSA ... $10.95,
$14.95 if purchased separately.

LIGHTNING PROTECTION

We can't stress safety enough!  Lightning poses a serious hazard
to
you and to your radio equipment. Your antenna is a conductor. If
it
is struck by lightning (or touched by a live power line) it will
conduct this electricity into your home.  Safety precautions
require
that you equip your antenna with a lightning protection device.
We recommend a gas-discharge voltage arrester which will shunt
high voltages to a driven earth ground. Even with these
precautions
we strongly recommend that you disconnect your antenna from your
receiver when not in use. Even a nearby lightning strike can be
fatal.
Our Shortwave Antenna Pamphlet  provides details for lightning
protection. Nominal lightning protection costs about $35.  But
remember that not even the best protective measures may be
effective
against a direct strike.  An injury, of any kind, is simply not
worth
it. Please be careful!

IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBTS ABOUT YOUR ABILITY TO INSTALL YOUR
ANTENNA AND/OR LIGHTNING PROTECTION SAFELY, PLEASE HIRE A
LICENSED, BONDED PROFESSIONAL TO DO THE WORK.

GAS DISCHARGE PROTECTOR

Gas Discharge Protector ...$26.95 with included ground block and
"F"
fittings. Please specify RG59 or RG58 coax type.

Ground Wire #10 -  .30 per ft
Ground Clamp  .. $3.95

OMICRON V

An outdoor antenna is usually the best but not always possible or
practical.

Our goal with the Omicron V is to build the best indoor AM/SW/FM
combination antenna.

Our new Omicron V, bi-amplifier design accepts the
Shielded Loop element specifically designed for AM and SW
reception.
It will also accept an additional optional element of your
choice.
The Omicron V uses two new capacitor coupled amplifiers in a
fully
shielded unit. This produces a remarkable low signal to noise
ratio.
The result is the signal you want to listen to seems to pop out
of
background noise. A leading audio technician has given us a
"thumbs up"
on the AM and short wave performance.

More details about the Omicron V:

The switches and gain control affect only one side of the
amplifier. It
is made for an AM antenna element.  The switch on the left is the
inductor
switch which lowers the resonate frequency on AM. This is very
beneficial
on some radios between 550 to 610 on the dial. It can also
improve short
wave in some circumstances. The Loop Cut switch is made for
shortwave. It
cuts one leg of a loop antenna element for better response on
higher
frequencies. This effectively turns one antenna element into two.
The other amplifier has an uncontrolled 6db gain. This is perfect
for a
long wire short wave antenna, FM or scanner antenna . The input
is diode
protected for voltages that may exceed the amplifier rating. This
separate
amplifier can also be used for any element you can imagine. The
effective
range is from 100 KHz to over 1 GHz.

Price includes Omicron V, (2) RCA patch cords and (1) RCA plug.
Price ... $159.95

The Omicron V has two inputs and two outputs. Each pair goes
through a separate amplifier.The center fitting is for a 6 volt
DC input. The power supply is included in the price.


If your radio only has one antenna input and you want to
switch antennas you probably need a switch and patch cord.

Price ... #ASB  $14.95

Antenna elements to choose from for the Omicron V:

ELEMENTS: AM

The Shielded Loop is an antenna designed for AM. It picks up less
noise and static than any other.  Coupled with our low noise
amplifier produces remarkable results for all types of receivers.
The 8ft flexible loop is made out of small white 1/8" diameter
coax cable that can be hidden in a corner, behind a curtain or
around a window. It comes with a 10" feed line. Two thumb tacks
or tape can hold it in place.

Price: ....$29.95

220ft GIANT LOOP ANTENNA

It is the most effective design we have found, bar none. Invented
by us.
We offer it in kit form:  220ft of 22 gauge antenna wire, 30ft of
coax
lead-in, 2 connectors/adapters and the DBC-1 Antenna Tuner. The
wire is
small enough so it won't be noticed by the fashion police.
Lightning protection is always recommended in areas that have
lightning.

Basic Kit Price #KIT... $99.95

DOUBLE GAS DISCHRARG DEVICE

There is no lightning protection device which will work all of
the time. We have developed perhaps the best one for a loop
antenna.
In the past you had to ground one side of the antenna reducing
the
effectiveness of the loop antenna dramatically.  This new design
keeps
the wires from grounding until about 1/2 volt makes the gas
conductive
allowing the voltage to go to ground. Includes all in photo plus
wire
nuts on the ends of the (4) 6" pieces of coax.

Price #DGD .. $44.95

THROUGH THE WALL TUBE

This device makes it easier fishing wires and
cables through a wall.  It requires a 7/8" drill bit.
It will fit up to a 13" thick wall. Critters and
bugs have a hard time finding a way into your home
through the rubber gasket.  It can be painted to match.

Price #TWT $5.95 with purchase or $7.95 separately.

DBC 1 SW ANTENNA FILTER/TUNER

A tunable, unamplified signal filter for improved short wave,
medium wave and long wave reception when using a very long wire
antenna. The filter/tuner will help eliminate overriding local
AM stations when listening to short wave. This is highly
recommended
for our 220FT Giant Loop Antenna (described in our Shortwave
Antenna
Pamphlet). It is effective where band filtering is desired to
reduce
unwanted signals. Our filter/tuner also has a rocker switch for
going between an open or closed loop configuration when used with
a loop antenna.

Assembled in U.S.A.  #TUN .........  Price $64.95

SILICONE (GREASE) COMPOUND

This is an inert grease which greatly reduces
oxidation of antenna connectors and all electrical
connections. You can even use it on your sparkplug
wire connections to dramatically reduce carbon build
up. All car makers use it. One distributor told me
they don't sell it because it makes critical antenna
connections last too long.

Price with any purchase #SIL .. $9.95 or If separately ... $11.95


COAX-SEAL

Coax-Seal is specifically designed to help make antenna
connections waterproof. It is moldable and designed to last for
years outdoors in any temperature.

10" long #CS1.... $1.00 with any purchase
60" Roll  #CS6... $4.95 Separately add $1.00

SHORT WAVE ANTENNA PAMPHLET (For The Non-Rocket Scientist)

This pamphlet is a collection of designs for easy-to-make,
low-cost shortwave antennas, and brief reviews of commercial
shortwave antennas. It contains our specifications for the 220'
Giant Loop Antenna which will out-perform even the best
commercial antennas (and you don't need a ladder to put it up).

Postpaid #SWP ... $3.00
(Free with the purchase of any of our radios equipped with
an external antenna input.)

BOOKS

PRICE INCLUDES SHIPPING VIA BOOK RATE POSTAL SERVICE. ADD $2.00
FOR FIRST CLASS

M STREET DIRECTORY

This is the most comprehensive book available for AM and FM
stations.  It contains all frequencies for the US and Canada
by city, call number, and frequency.  Also included are program
formats and ratings.  6x9, 730 pages

Price #MST ... $36.95

FM ATLAS

Finally a book for FM listeners and travellers. This book
contains
frequencies for all 50 states plus Canada and Mexico. Stations
are
listed by state, city and frequency. The city listings also show
what type of programming is available. 5.5" x8.5",  208 pages.

Price  #FMA ... $14.95

ESSENTIAL RADIO TRAVELERS GUIDE

Essential Radio is designed specifically for the traveler
with a forte on FM.  It contains 5000 FM stations in the US as
well
as 1000 AM stations.  Includes detailed maps to help find station
locations. It has a very convenient size and excellent layout.

Size 3.5" x 7.5" , 200 p.

Price #ER ... $10.95

HAMMOND WORLD ATLAS (Collectors Edition)

This is pocket sized, gold edged, hard bound and well done!  It
shows you just about everything you need to know from the jungle
to
the city.  It has charts on world languages, times zones,
population
distribution, climates, lakes, rivers and more.  Expensive but a
quality
keepsake. 223 pages (7" x 4.5")

Price # WA ... $18.95

BEST JOKES FROM TALK RADIO, by Dr. Bill Wattenburg

Interesting, extremely funny and risque!, 140 pages

Price  #WAT ... $9.95 alone or $4.95 with any other purchase

ART BELL'S NEWSLETTER

In support of Art Bell, we are giving out the number for his
newsletter. It is full of interesting articles and pictures
related to his show and presented in his famous style. For more
information call 1-800-917-4278

The Art of Talk in living color

The man behind the voice, the personality, and the talent that
have become a regular habit of over 10 million listeners from
coast to coast and beyond. The Art of Talk will entertain,
inform,
and bring you new insight on this talented radio personality.

$28.95, hardbound.

Art's book is only available from the publisher at 1-800-864-7991

PASSPORT TO WORLD BAND RADIO

We recommend this for your first shortwave book. The book
contains an excellent section for getting started in shortwave
(a must read) and has an extensive list of world wide broadcasts.
Also included are details about broadcasts from different
countries
and equipment ratings for shortwave products. 530+ pages.

Price #PAS ... $19.95

RECEIVING ANTENNA HANDBOOK, by Joe Carr

Joe Carr has just finished a great book on receiving
antennas.  It covers just about everything from low frequency
through shortwave.  It is written and illustrated in a way that
makes it simple. Antenna theory, all types of antenna designs,
feed lines, indoor loops, amplifiers and more are covered in an
enjoyable style. 189 pages

Price  #RAH ... $20.95

SHORTWAVE RADIO LISTENING FOR BEGINNERS, by Anita Louis McCormick

A very well written book beginning with the history of radio;
delving into the current AM radio talk show phenomenon,
shortwave listening and information about radio equipment.
McCormick also covers scanners, ham radio and the basics
of radio waves.  Over all this is an excellent book for
beginners, easy to read and not overly technical. 173 pages

Price #RLB  ... $13.95

WORLD RADIO TV HANDBOOK

A comprehensive, professional grade handbook which contains
an extensive world-wide list of long, medium, and shortwave
broadcasts by frequency, time, and language. Special features
include broadcaster addresses, maps of principal transmitter
sites, and ratings of various radios. We recommend this
publication
for a more complete in-depth station handbook. It is especially
useful for finding broadcasts in languages other than English.
You'll use its information time and time again. 575 pages

Price #WHB ... $24.95

QUICK AND EASY SHORTWAVE LISTENING GUIDEBOOK

If all you need is an easy to use quick reference of
the major stations this is it!  The 13 pages are laminated
and spiral bound for durability.  It contains popular English
broadcasts by geographical region.

Price #QUI ... $9.95

SHORTWAVE LISTENING GUIDEBOOK

This book gives descriptions of what is generally
available on each shortwave band.  It has valuable
information about radio and antenna theory not found
in our other books.  It can be read several times and
is not overly complex.  We recommend it to help locate
interesting stations and to become familiar with your
radio.  A great second book with many illustrations. 316 pages

Price #SWG ... $17.95

ALL ABOUT HAM RADIO, by Harry Helms AA6FW

We would like to carry ham equipment but don't yet.  In
the meantime if you would like to learn about this fascinating
hobby this is your best first step. Informal and full of humor.
290 pages

Price #HAM... $20.95

SHORT WAVE ANTENNA PAMPHLET (For The Non-Rocket Scientist)

This pamphlet is a collection of designs for easy-to-make,
low-cost shortwave antennas, and brief reviews of commercial
shortwave antennas. It contains our specifications for the 220'
Giant Loop Antenna which will out-perform even the best
commercial antennas (and you don't need a ladder to put it up).

Postpaid #SWP ... $3.00

CONFIDENTIAL FREQUENCY LIST

This book contains a nicely put together listing of many special
interest shortwave frequencies.  They include aviation, marine,
military, police, press and government transmissions.  This
edition
is fully updated for 1995. 380 pages.

Price #CFL ... $23.95

BOB GROVE'S SCANNER AND SW ANSWER BOOK

This book covers basic to moderately complex questions
about scanning and shortwave listening.  Also includes listening
and antenna tips. 132 pages

Price #ANS ... $15.95

POPULAR COMMUNICATIONS

Popular Communications magazine is probably the best source
of wide ranging information on all facets of radio: short wave,
scanners, antennas, telephones, CB, satellites, etc. It also
has articles of historical interest, frequency listings, unbiased
product reviews and FCC activity. Geared for the general
hobbyist but often includes more technical articles as well.

Price $3.50 with purchase or $4.95 separately via first class.

ODDS AND ENDS

ELF/VLF NATURAL RADIO

MODEL WR-3

Regular AM Band stops at 550 khz.  At 10 khz and below there are
some very curious nature generated sounds.  Here is a radio that
will let you listen to the eerie downward falling tones of
whistlers
occurring in the earth's magnetosphere and a chorus with sounds
that
are absolutely haunting.  These are created by lightning strikes
which hop from the North to South pole.  These and a host of
other
fascinating natural sounds can be monitored with this small
radio.
This is a must for the sound engineer of Star Wars.
The Natural Radio now has a 60 cycle filter to reduce hum from
overhead wires.

Specifications:

Frequency range: .1 to 13 khz
Weight: 8 ounces
9 volt battery operation (30 to 40 hours)
8-32 ohm headphone jack only at 200 mW
33" antenna, impedance 20 Megaohms @ 1 kHz

MADE IN U.S.A. #EF .............. $119.95

MINUTE MAN SHORTWAVE CONVERTOR

This small convertor transfers the incoming AM signal
from your auto antenna to shortwave through your car
radio. It covers from 5000 KHz to 6180 KHz. Reception of
these frequencies is best at night time. Installation takes
only a few minutes because it is just inserted in-line to
your existing antenna. It does not affect existing reception.
No special tools are needed. Runs on a  nine volt battery.
Our special auto antenna will give a nice boost to this
unit. This could be quite fun on a late night drive.

Made is U.S.A #MMC ... $54.95

Bob's Philosophy:

1) "Extended warranties are full of snake oil. Any electronic
device
    that lasts 80 hours will probably last seven to fifteen
years."

2) "If you buy ten things at a discount price, one will come back
    to haunt you. Buy from a reputable company and the price is
the
    same in the end."

ABOUT MAILING LISTS

Unlike most mail order companies, we do not sell or release any
information about you to any other company. We also do not add
you to our own mailing list unless you ask us to or we add you
by accident. If you or a friend would like to receive a new
catalog
about once a year, please let us know so that we can place your
name on our PRIVATE mailing list. Check the box on the order
form,
mail us a postcard, or call.

WARRANTIES

Our products all come with their full manufacturer's warranty;
usually one year parts and labor. If you have a problem
with one of our products you may want us to service the
warranty. Our response is often faster and more personal
than the manufacturer's. We are one of the only companies
to "service what we sell"! Please call before returning an
item for service. When we know what's coming back and what's
wrong with it we can process your return quicker and more
efficiently. You must insure and double-pack any item you
return to protect your investment.

OUR SATISFACTION GUARANTEE

If an item proves to be unsatisfactory within 30 days of
purchase you may return it to us for a full refund or credit
toward other products. Returned products, original cartons
and papers must be in "as new" condition for a full refund.
A reasonable deduction will be made for any damage or missing
items. You are welcome to keep the catalog. Sorry, no refunds
on custom cable and fittings.  Be sure to insure and double-pack
your return. Please make every effort to keep the item and
all its documents and packaging in as perfect a condition as
possible during the 30 day satisfaction period.
The world of satellites is changing as we speak. We
have delayed our entry into satellite receivers until 1996
not only because we were too busy but technology is about to
take some giant leaps. The year of 1996 will offer more
selections
and the atmosphere will be more price competitive. We are taking
the time to fully train our technical staff to expertly assist
you with your questions, purchase and installation. 
The #1 Satellite TV Week has helped us greatly in
getting started in the satellite arena.  In appreciation
please give them a call for a free copy and order a
subscription if you like it. They have accurate listings of
radio, movies, sports and news in both grid and column listing
formats. Call 1-800-345-8876 and mention CODE   AO3861.  Thanks!

BARGAINS ON RETURNED ITEMS

Because we offer our satisfaction guarantee we sometimes have
merchandise available at about 10% off our already low prices.
The
only flaw is usually wrinkled packing materials. Each item is
carefully
checked out and flawlessly cleaned. Full factory warranty is
still
in effect. Any tiny scratch or flaw is noted. This is a great way
to
save money if you are on a budget, and it allows us to be
extremely
honest. Our 30 day Satisfaction policy still applies! To our
knowledge
we are the only company that does not sell returns as new.
The selection is usually limited. We typically have one or two
each of
many of our products.  Please call to find out if the item you
want is
available as a return.

ALL PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.  WE CANNOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR
CATALOG ERRORS.

In the case of a price decrease you'll see the difference on your
invoice, either as a reduced billing or a refund check.
If a price change increases your order total by $10.00 or less
we'll ship your order with a bill for the balance. If the
difference is greater than $10.00 we'll notify you of the change
and get new instructions for billing before shipping.

ORDERING INFORMATION

DISC / MC / VISA / PERSONAL CHECK / COD / No American Express!

THERE WILL BE A $10.00 SERVICE CHARGE ON RETURNED CHECKS

PHONE: 1-800-522-8863(TUNE)

Order by phone, toll free, Monday-Friday 7:30 A.M. - 5:30 P.M.,
                Saturday 9:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. (Pacific Time)
                (Closed Tuesdays 12:00 P.M.- 1:00 P.M.)

FAX: (707) 725-9060 Fax your order form with credit card number,
     expiration date (a must) and signature, 24-hours a day.

MAIL: C. Crane Company
      558 10th Street, Fortuna, CA  95540-2350

SHIPPING CHARGES on all products is included in price
via UPS ground, 48 states.

Optional 2ND DAY AIR UPS 48 STATES:

$2.00 UNDER 5 LBS (antennas, books, accessories)
$5.00 OVER 5 LBS (radios, scanners, telephones)

Phone orders received before Noon (Pacific Time) can
be shipped the same day for an additional $5.00 expediting
charge. International shipping is available. Call or write
for current shipping charges.

US POST OFFICE  Alaska, Hawaii and all postal orders add $4.00
for first class mail.

Next-day Air, and Federal Express services are available
for an extra charge.

Additional charges for shipping and expediting are
non-refundable. Certain exceptions apply to some
shipping charges and life in general. 

GIFT ORDERS AND GIFT CERTIFICATES

If you like, we will ship your order to someone else. (We have
been
known to do this by accident, but we try to make a rule of doing
it
only on request.) Be sure to include both addresses with your
order,
and tell us which is the purchaser and which is the recipient.
We'll
ship the gift per your instructions and mail your receipt
directly
to you. 

RADIO NOISE PROBLEMS AND POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS

Annoying buzzes are many times transmitted through an AM radio.
Here is a check-off list of the most likely causes:

-Dimmer switch.

-Fluorescent light

-"Touch lamp" type light fixture (even when turned off)

-Automatic on and off night lights.

-Outdoor yard lights which come on automatically.

-Electronic bug and pest controllers.

-Sometimes even a light bulb that is about to burn out.

-A faulty electrical switch of any kind.

-A nearby television set.

-Near a store that has a fluorescent light or a public
 recreation room that has fluorescent lights.

-Blinking bulbs of all kinds like Christmas tree lights

-If you live in an apartment a neighbor's dimmer switch
 could be the culprit.

-Scanners of all types.

-Dirty insulators on a nearby power pole allowing arcing.

-Electric blanket.

-Smoke detector run from AC current, (battery operated is OK).

It is best to eliminate the interference at its source.
Here's a list of possible solutions:
-The most obvious is to turn off the offending device.

-Try a battery operated radio to see if the interference
 is coming in from the AC 120v line or through the air or both.

-Turn off the circuit breakers to see if the noise stops.  If
 it does then you know it is something in your house. Turn off
 one circuit at a time to isolate where it is coming from.

-Use a battery operated radio as a direction finder.  Turn the
 radio until the loudest noise is heard and the front and back
 of the radio will point to the noise origin.

-Carry a radio around the neighborhood and see if you can find
 the origin of the noise. Ask other neighbors if they have
 problems (with radio noise obviously).

-If a power pole is suspected, call the utility company and
 they will check the area and possibly wash the insulators.
 Dirty power pole insulators are sometimes a cause of
 difficult-to-find radio interference.

-If you have a hum your receiver from AC line noise sometimes
 grounding can reduce it greatly. Unfortunately most receivers
 except stereo receivers do not have a ground connection.
 Finding a good earth ground may also be difficult.

ANY CALLS REGARDING RADIO NOISE PLEASE USE 707-725-9000 ONLY.

SPECIAL SERVICES

AUDIO TAPES FOR THE VISION IMPAIRED

We offer the following materials in audio cassette form.
We have a large number of blind and near-blind customers.
Since youre reading this catalog you're probably not blind,
but you may know someone who is.  Audio Catalog - FREE!
Instruction tapes are $5.00 each or free with the purchase
of a radio. Here's a list of short wave radio instruction tapes:

Sangean 803A, 818, 818cs, 808, 606, Grundig Sat 700 and
Sat 700 Eproms for English and Utility broadcasts, YB400,
Drake SW8

Scanners:  Uniden 200xlt, 2500xlt, 855xlt, 890xlt,
Realistic Pro 2006, Pro43

REPAIR SERVICE

We can repair many radios. Call first to be sure your
radio is worth repairing. Repair prices usually range
from $40 to $175, which includes return shipping.  For
repair service call (707)725-9000.

INTERNATIONAL (AND DOMESTIC) GIFT PROGRAM

People in the rest of the world depend on Shortwave for the news
that directly affects their lives. From time to time we have
received
requests from individuals in foreign countries asking us to give
them
a radio. The request usually reads: "You Americans are so rich
and I
am so poor..."  These are real people. They may be a bit deluded
about
our richness, but we recognize their desire, and need, for
radios. We
just aren't as rich as they seem to think we are. If you are rich
enough
to be able to donate a radio to an individual in a foreign
country we
invite you to contact us. We will be happy to connect worthy
recipients
with generous donors. In return for your generosity you can
usually count
on a gushing "thank you", and often a unique memento from your
new friend
in a foreign land. Charity begins at home.  We receive similar
requests
from domestic sources, and of course this program applies to
these requests
as well.

SCANNER LISTENING

A scanner is an effective way to tune in many of the
commonly used frequencies in your local area. The scanner
constantly seeks active signals and lets you listen to breaking
news as it happens. Police, fire, ambulance, aircraft, weather
and ship-to-shore communications are a few of the listening
experiences available. Scanners are the fastest and most
reliable sources of local news, intrigue and drama. During
catastrophes, the information available on a scanner could
actually save your life. You will be awed by the heroism
displayed by our public servants during emergencies. Almost
all scanners have an instant weather button. IMPORTANT. Though it
is not illegal to sell or own a scanner, please observe the
Privacy Act of 1986 which prohibits anyone from relaying
information obtained from any private transmission to
another person. It is illegal to listen to cellular phone
calls. Certain states outlaw the use of scanners in an
automobile. Please contact your local police agency if
you are not sure of the law in your location. Please be
aware that scanners are easy  once you learn to use them,
but can be complex at first. We offer over the phone coaching,
and will help you enter a few frequencies to get you started.
Be sure to see our section on scanner antennas. Scanners have
unique antenna requirements. Check our book section for available
frequency lists.

PURCHASE GUIDELINES:

Scanners come in three different styles. Handheld scanners
give you the most flexibility. Base units have the best audio
and the larger buttons are easier to push. The top of the line
base units also have the most features. Mobile units are best
used in an automobile but can double as a home unit too. If you
are in a large city such as Seattle, San Francisco and much of
the East coast signals may bleed into other frequencies on low
priced scanners. A good first publication before purchasing
is our Scanner Tips by Harry Marnell

SCANNER UPDATE

The scanner industry has been thrown into a turmoil with
the passage of new scanner laws which took effect April 1994.
As of Oct 95 we have a limited supply of "old" models. New
models will have certain parts of the 800 MHz band blocked.
Many of the new models have "images" that give you most of
the 800 band in spite of the new law. Our literature supplied
with purchase discloses these areas.

BC350A

This scanner is the best choice where low cost and both home
and mobile use is a requirement. Also if you are unable to
learn semi-complex tasks, all you have to do is plug this unit
in,
turn it on, press "Police" and you'll have a great time.  It is
extremely
sensitive and simple to use. No programming required. The BC350A
comes
with five service banks for monitoring police, fire/emergency,
marine,
air, and weather frequencies. This scanner scans hundreds of
preprogrammed
frequencies at 100 channels per second. However, it does offer
the
ability to program in up to 50 of your own frequencies. In large
cities
this unit may not be the best for you because coverage extends to
only
512 MHz

Size 5-1/5" (W) x 6-15/16" (D) x 1-5/8" (H).

AC adapter, telescopic antenna, mounting bracket and DC power
cord included.

Made in The Philippines #350 ... $139.95

NEW! BCT-7

Overall this is the most exciting scanner available for mobile
use ever made. Introduced in Dec. 1994, the BCT-7  has the
combined assets of several good previous models.  It covers
all service bands including 800 Mhz, CB radio, Aircraft and
Weather!
When it senses a special transmission from a highway patrol
officer's
handheld radio extender it sets off an audible alarm and blinking
light.
This feature can be de-activated for home use. You can also
program
100 of your own frequencies. This new unit will be of great use
on the
road, helping you to stay informed of road conditions and
accidents.
It probably will not help you get out of a ticket but it will
inform you
if an officer is out of the car tending to an accident. This
could be
extremely helpful in avoiding a problem around a curve.
AC adapter, mobile or home wire antenna, mounting bracket and DC
power
cord included.

Size 5-1/5" (W) x 6-15/16" (D) x 1- 7/8" (H).

Made in The Philippines #BT7.. $199.95

BC 860XLT

This sleek new desk-top model is an excellent choice as a first
scanner. It is the least expensive model with the capability of
receiving the 800MHz band with civilian aviation. It will scan
all of
its 100 channels in one second. The oversized liquid crystal
display,
large keypad and one-button weather access all make it easier to
use
for someone new to scanning. You can program specific frequencies
or
select a range of frequencies to search. Coverage is 29-54MHz,
118-174MHz,
406-512MHz and 806 to 824, 849 to 868, and 894 to 956MHz. This
new
model has a data button to help eliminate unwanted birdies. Uses
12-volt
AC adapter (included).

Size 8" x 7" x 3" Made in the Philippines

Price #860... $179.95

Police Call Guide Book #POL ... $9.95

BC9000XLT

Uniden has finally delivered a new 5 star scanner.  So far
everyone
that has tried it loves it and wants it for their own.  The
coverage
is from 25 MHz through 1300 MHz, with 500 channels, alpha numeric
display,
VFO knob, automatic store during a search, 20 banks, and 100
channel
per second scan rate.  It has a new "DATA" button to stop hang
ups on
data transmissions and other birdies.  You can also attenuate
each
channel individually. This is a long awaited feature to eliminate
unwanted noise which might blurt in on a particular frequency.
It does not cover the full 800 MHz frequency range but read on!

Made in the Far East

Price #BC9 ... $409.95

BagHead VIDEO  for UNIDEN BC9000 SCANNER

Because this unit is new, of higher quality and extremely well
designed we have decided to invest in an educational use only
video on how to modify this scanner for full 800 MHz coverage.
BagHead Video will produce this film.  They don't have editing
facilities so this should be interesting. Larry Wiland is the
gentleman who has made this modification possible. The video
will be as elementary as they can possibly make it so an average
person can do it. The camera stays in focus down to 1/2" away
so details will be provided. Written diagrams and parts list
included.
Due 12/1/95

BC9000 Modification Video $24.95

Parts Kit #BMV ... $ 5.00

OPTIONAL CSTSS TONE BOARD:

To save money two cities may use the same frequency but separate
calls
by encoding them with a tone board. By adding this optional board
you can
separate the calls the way you want. Most people do not need a
tone board.

Price ... $64.95

Free installation with purchase of a scanner.

BC80XLT *Best Buy

This new 50 channel handheld scanner is a great choice for you as
a beginner, or as a second scanner for an enthusiast!  It is the
only good Uniden scanner that uses batteries instead of a sealed
battery pack.  In case of an emergency where the power is out
it can be truly beneficial to pop in a fresh set of batteries.
It has just enough memory to store important frequencies.  The
only
bands it doesn't cover of importance are both civilian and
military
aviation and of course the cellular band.  Four heavy duty "AA"
nicad
would be an excellent idea since they are not included.  This new
scanner will be one of the more popular scanners of 1995!

Made in the Philippines. Size: 2.5"W x 6.5"H x 1.5"D.

Price #B80 ... $179.95

Police Call Guide Book #POL ..... $9.95
4 Heavy Duty Nicads (850) MAH at $2.00 each #RAA ... $8.00

BC220XLT

The new model replaces the old BC200XLT scanner. It has 200
channels
and a few new features to tempt you. An excellent general
scanner, it
covers anything of value from 29 MHz through 956 MHz except
commercial
TV/FM, military aviation and cellular phone frequencies.
As with all of our scanners you can program any of the covered
frequencies
into the channels. Most of our scanners come with everything you
need
to get started except a frequency guide book. We recommend the
Police Call
Radio Guide, $9.95 with purchase.

New Features: You can scan 12 different bands or services and
lock
out unwanted frequencies and data transmissions while you're
scanning.
Memory is retained for three days without batteries. It will
search
300 frequencies per second and scan 100 channels per second. It
also
has a "DATA" button which helps in preventing the scanner from
locking
up on a data transmission.  Made in the Far East.

Price #220 ... $259.95

Police Call Guide Book ... $9.95

BC3000XLT

The new 400 channel scanner based on the old 2500XLT is now
available.
It has the same features except VFO tuning knob and leather carry
case. Coverage will be everything of value except commercial TV
and
cellular telephones. All of the new scanner models will have part
of
the 800 MHz band blocked so you can not listen to cellular phone
calls,
which is illegal. As we have had some experience with this new
model
we have learned some new techniques we give out freely with your
purchase (including hidden images). Coverage 25 MHz through 1300
MHz.
It will cover CB radio and military aviation unlike most
scanners. It
also covers commercial FM and Television audio channels 2-26. If
you
have the funds, $$$, this would probably be your best choice.
This
model has one of the new "DATA" buttons to reduce hang-ups on
unwanted
data transmissions.

Made in the Far East.

Price #BC3 ... $399.95

Police Call Guide Book #POL ... $9.95

Optional Leather Case #CC3 ... $29.95

RUBBER DUCKie SCANNER ANTENNA

Finally a rubber duckie, (I would really like to know
what the name means), that is an improvement for many
scanner listeners. It is much better at receiving VHF/UHF
and 800 MHz band than the standard one that comes with
a scanner. Of course this comes at a slight cost. Low Band
is not quite as good as your stock antenna. If you specialize
in Highway Patrol listening or other low band activities you
might want to use our 46" telescoping antenna. This new rubber
duckie works well on transmit on both the 2 meter and 440
amateur bands. 9-1/2" long.

Price #RDA .... $24.95 with purchase or add $2.00 if purchased
separately.

DEALS, DEALS, DEALS

Many times we have deals on scanners. It's the nature of
the industry. If you can tell us what your main purpose is
for the scanner you want and the city you are in sometimes
we can do something surprising. Not all models are listed
in our catalog. If you live way out in the country your best
purchase may be a 10 channel handheld scanner which runs about 
$100.00

SCANNER ACCESSORIES

COIL-CORD 12V FUSED ADAPTER FOR SCANNERS

Adapts scanners to run off of your car's electrical system.
Plugs into the cigarette lighter socket of your car.  Coiled
like a phone cord to resist tangling.

Price #CO1...................... $11.95

BIGMOUTH SPEAKER

This small speaker is great for putting audio from your CV or
scanner
where you want it. Plug it into your handheld scanner and the
sound quality
is louder, clearer and greatly improved. For use in a car or your
home.
Speaker measures 2 1/4" and comes with a 7 foot cable. No power
is
required.

Price #LMS ... $11.95 with purchase or separately $14.95

BATTERY PACK REBUILDING

Don't throw away your old battery pack. Although many battery
packs are not user serviceable, send us any battery pack.  We
will
give you an estimate, and replace the batteries with heavy duty
nicads which many times have more power than the original! We
will
also dispose of your old batteries safely.

Typical prices: BC200XLT-$29.95; BC2500XLT-$24.95.

Prices include shipping to you by UPS ground in the 48
continental states.

"RAT PACK" BATTERY PACKS

DC Custom battery holders for "AA" size batteries with custom
plugs for all voltages. Extends the operating time for most
scanners, ham radios, shortwave radios at a fraction of the cost
of factory battery packs. Uses optional rechargeable or standard
batteries, not included. Includes an adapter to fit your
equipment.
Please specify type of equipment. We can build rat packs for most
battery operated portable equipment.

Price #RAT ... $9.95

SCANNER BOOKS

Price includes shipping via Book Rate postal service.
Add $2.00 for 1st Class

POLICE CALL RADIO GUIDE VOLUMES 1 THROUGH 9

A scanner reference guide for public safety radio
communications with frequencies/call letters for city,
county, state, federal, paramedics, forestry, aircraft,
and railroads. This is probably the best choice for a scanner
frequency book.  Please tell us your state!

Shipped Book Rate.

Price #POL.... $9.95 with any other purchase or add $2.00 when
sold alone

SCANNER RADIO GUIDE, by Larry M. Barker

This book is packed with "secret" frequencies used by
military forces of the world, private investigators, FBI,
Secret Service and other agencies. 148 pages.

Price #SRG ... $15.95

RADIO FREQUENCY SPECTRUM AND WORLD MAP

Printed on 110 paper and in color, this is the most
detailed radio spectrum I've seen.  It even details ham
radio band allocations and where CW and voice are located.
World call signs and country abbreviations are included.
This is a great poster for the avid radio listener.

SIZE (37" x 25")

Price #RFS ... $24.95

MASTER FREQUENCY FILE (For Scanners)

Frequencies for government, military, and law enforcement
agencies,
including the FBI, DEA, IRS and Secret Service. This book also
covers the services on the VHF and UHF radio spectrums.   531
pages.
The perfect book if you want to monitor the Government

Price #MFF ... $31.95

FREQUENCY ALMANAC

This book is very similar to the police call listed above but is
much more complete.  It lists all of the same frequencies but
also
includes aircraft, marine and 800Mhz trunking.  Available only in
the California edition, but other states may be special ordered
(call for details).

Price #FA ... $27.95

HARRY MARNELL's  SCANNERS TIPS

This book gives general information on the laws regarding
scanners,
what scanners are and what you will be able to listen to.  It
also
contains valuable information on five important features scanners
may
have such as:  Banks, Lockout, Delay, Priority, and Search
functions.
It lists the typical frequency ranges of police, fire, local
government,
paramedics, phones and more.  Brief information about radio
systems
also included, 16 Pages.

Price #HST... $5.00 or $3.00 with purchase 

U.S. SCANNER NEWS SUBSCRIPTION OFFER!.

If you are a scanner head you'll like this magazine.
It has FCC updates and actions, all the latest modifications,
a beginners column, new product reviews and technical hints.
If you place your order through us you get 13 issues for
the price of 12.

Price #USN ... $20.00

SCANNER ANTENNAS

Scanner antennas are a bit different from other radio
antennas. The higher frequencies (29 MHz to 912 MHz) start
having some of the physical properties of light. Broadcast
signals generally only travel 10 to 60 miles and are easily
blocked by hills and buildings.  Because the wave length is
shorter the antenna can be smaller.  Near a city an auxiliary
antenna may not be needed and the small antenna that comes
with a scanner may be fine. If you are not in a good reception
area then an indoor scanner antenna may improve reception 50 to
100
percent. An outdoor antenna will usually double the number of
stations and clarity of reception. Height is critical for
improving reception. Merely placing your scanner on top of
a refrigerator will prove that. If you are in a geological hole
a mast mounted antenna is a requirement. Because the higher
frequencies dissipate quickly in feed-line conductors, your
installation should plan for the shortest feed line possible.
Coax cable is a must. When you purchase a scanner we supply you
with a drawing on how to build a simple scanner antenna. If you
prefer, we can make it for you for $20.95. Please check out our
new Omicron VI. It is one of the most versatile indoor and
outdoor antennas made.

OMICRON-VI  ADJUSTABLE Frequency antenna

The Omicron-VI is an ideal adjustable antenna for scanner
enthusiasts looking for a good multi-frequency, omni-directional
antenna, with reception range from 1200 KHz to 1.2 GHz. It can be
wall or window mounted indoors or mounted on a mast or wall
outdoors.
It can also be folded up and used as portable. Merely hung on an
outside wall at ceiling height doubled reception in our test. It
consists
of four telescoping, radial ground plane elements and one center
mounted,
telescoping vertical element, all mounted on a flat base plate,
and constructed of high quality chrome plated brass and aluminum
materials. By adjusting the elements you can make it respond to
the
signals you love best! Drawing are provided for best orientation
for
a certain frequency range. This antenna can also transmit with up
to
5 watts of power. Chris Janowski of World Survival Institute
tuned an
Omicron VI up for one of our 5 watt Nady business band walkie
talkies
and transmitted 10 miles over rough terrain with little problem.
At 8 miles it was crystal clear. It works quite well on
frequencies
from VHF through 900 MHz!  We can custom make feed line with high
grade 50 Ohm cable to your specifications. The Omicron-6 comes
fully
assembled ready for wall or mast mount with a BNC connector and
25FT
of 75 Ohm cable with BNC connectors. Coax sealing tape and
Silicone
Grease are included for outdoor installation. A drain hole is
provided
on the main vertical element to help prevent ice damage. Suction
Cups
are available for window mount for $5.00 per pair

Invented and assembled by Zeta in the U.S.A.

Price #OM6 ... $59.95

COAXIAL SCANNER ANTENNA

DON'T let the simplicity of this antenna fool you. The top and
bottom
elements are cut to a tuned length for general scanner listening.
Installation is simple, just tack it up on a wall behind a
curtain.
It will increase reception by at least 50% over the antenna that
came
with the scanner.

Made by C.Crane Co # CSA ... $20.95

INDOOR SCANNER ANTENNA

Originally designed as a portable TV antenna, this unit turns out
to be a
terrific indoor/portable scanner antenna. It is rated for 8-10 db
gain in
the 50-900 MHz range. We have found it to be effective down to 7
MHz.
It performs best at 30 MHz and above.

Size: Folds to 3-1/4" wide x 4-3/8" long x 3/4" thick.
The antenna elements extend to 24", and retract and fold against
the unit. Cable is 54" long. Requires 2 "AA" batteries, or may be
powered by an optional 3V. DC adapter.  We custom fit this unit
to a cable TV type connector.

Price: #AIA... $35.95
3Volt AC/DC adapter: #3AC... $11.95

MOBLE SCANNER ANTENNA BY FIRESTIK

Firestik makes a scanner antenna that fits into any standard CB
type
3/8x24 threaded socket. The half inch diameter gives you better
response
than any whip antenna by the law of physics. Response of Low
Band, (where
the Highway Patrol hangs out) is excellent. It is wound to give
good
response from 25 MHz to 1200 MHz. Installation of the 3' antenna
element is
simple. You can purchase conventional CB parts to do the job.
Parts are
available from us in the CB antenna section or just about
anywhere quality
CB products are sold.

Added bonus if thievery is a problem for you: With this antenna
no one will
know you have a scanner on board. They will think you are a CB
aficionado
thereby protecting your scanner from theft. You can put in the
cheapest
broken $50.00 CB radio you can find for a victim.

Price #WSA ... $19.95

THROUGH THE GLASS SCANNER ANTENNA

For all-band coverage in your vehicle, this 22" tall
antenna is hard to beat!  Mounts easily on rear window
or windshield.  It comes with 17 feet of cable, that can
reach almost anywhere in your vehicle, which is especially
useful for handhelds.  Covers from 112 to 1200 MHz, and
is made in America.  Drawback-once mounted, it's there to
stay, so make sure you've got it where you want it.

Price #TTG ... $39.95

WINDOW CLIP MOUNT (Antenna element not included)

This extension cable allows you to use your scanner's
stock BNC antenna in a car.  Simply roll down your window,
place the clip on top of the window and roll the window up.
The 8' coax cable fits between the scanner and its antenna.
This puts the antenna outside the shielding of the car's body.
Works equally well with handheld CB radios equipped with a BNC
connector.

Made in USA #SAX ... $17.95

MON 51 MOBILE - MAGNET MOUNT

Made by Antenna Specialists company in the U.S.A.  High quality
powerful magnet mount includes 12' cable and fittings. This is a
serious mag-mount at 42" high.

Price #M51 ... $52.95

MON52 MOBILE - TRUNK LID or roof MOUNT

All-band mobile scanner antenna with enhanced 800MHz band
performance.Exclusive A/S Micro-ChokeTM for pin-point resonance
at 800MHz and maximum range monitoring. No holes. "Quick-Grip"
mount for
easy trunk installation. You must of course drill a hole for roof
mount.
Includes coax cable and BNC adapter.

Price #M52 ... $57.95

WEATHER

DAVIS MONITOR II

Davis makes the best weather monitoring stations available. 
Their
equipment is not only sophisticated but extremely well thought
out!
Installation is about as easy as you can make it. We have chosen
the Monitor II Davis system because you won't have to look back
on
your purchase and wonder if you made a mistake.

THE MAIN CONTROL CENTER MONITORS:

Inside and Outside Temperature
High and Low Temperature
Wind Direction and Speed
Rain GaugeWind Chill Factor
Barometric Pressure
Inside Humidity + High / Low
Alarms for Temperature, Speed, Wind Chill, Humidity, Time, and
Barometric

With this system you actually get to put up an anemometer!
(which is really a great word). It is rated to 175 miles per
hour(at which time you will not have a roof anyway!). Unless you
can mount this on your roof safely please hire a licensed, bonded
professional to do it for you.  It is shown here attached to a
vent.
It also comes ready to go on a mast. The rain gauge looks like a
small
bucket but contains a sophisticated see-saw rain gauge that
measures
down to .01 of an inch. It needs to be mounted in a high place
also.
All the parts for installation up to 40FT away from the control
center
are included. Standard modular telephone type cable and
connectors are used.

Price #DM2 ... $359.95

OPTIONS:

The Monitor II will store data until you are ready to download to
a
serial port on your PC or modem port on your Mac. You can  create
graphs, analyze trends and much more. Easy to use!

Price #PCW $149.95

The only other option is an outdoor humidity and dew point
sensor.
Quality is good but at $109.00 we feel all except dedicated
weatherheads
may forgo this option.

SATELLITE TV AND RADIO

The world of satellites is changing as we speak. We have delayed
our entry
into satellite receivers until 1996 not only because we were too
busy but
technology is about to take some giant leaps. The year of 1996
will offer
more selections and the market will be more price competitive. We
are taking
time to fully train our technical staff to expertly assist you
with your
questions, purchase and installation.

SMALL 18" DISH

The number one system to watch for is of course the small
dish direct broadcast systems. RCA has gotten off to a great
start. You will soon see a competing system  with the word "Dish"
emblazoned everywhere. We plan to carry one or both systems.
Prices on equipment and programming will likely drop when "Dish"
is up and running. You may be able to get your favorite talk
show host or download from Internet via the small dish system.
The small dish is much easier to install and is a very attractive
option. You are limited to viewing and listening to only one
satellite with the small dish system. We believe it will be in
your
best interest to wait until mid-1996 before you purchase.

C-BAND SATELLITE

C-band satellite the so called older big dish technology actually
offers many advantages. There are currently 100 video and 100
radio
stations available for free.  The content of these stations is
very
diverse. You can choose to buy a descrambler and get more
programming
than the small dish system offers. Programming on the C-band
system is
less expensive and you have the flexibility to purchase only one
station
like CNN instead of a forced package. Small dish systems are
under
pressure to offer more customized programming in the future.

SATELLITE RADIO

Another option we hope to introduce is for a person
who already has a C-band system. It is a special receiver
called SCPC which will allow you to tune to hundreds of
free radio stations from London to National Public Radio.
It works in conjunction with your satellite receiver.

ATTENTION DISH OWNERS!!

The #1 Satellite TV Week has helped us greatly in getting started
in
the satellite arena. In appreciation please give them a call for
a free
copy and order a subscription if you like it. They have accurate
listings
of radio, movies, sports and news in both grid and column listing
formats.
Call 1-800-345-8876 and mention CODE A03861. Thanks!

TELEVISION ANTENNAS

By customer request we carry the best in outdoor TV
antennas and accessories. We have carefully selected
several different Channel Master antennas. They are for
unusually difficult reception conditions. Each year
many people get killed installing antennas. If you cannot
install it safely please have a licensed and bonded
contractor perform the work. It is simply not worth getting hurt.

MODEL 3619  TV ANTENNA

We always like finding an exceptional antenna that hardly anyone
knows
about. If you are trying to get local TV broadcast and you are
getting
ghosting, odds are you are in a hilly area. The hills cause the
signal
to bounce around, kind of like a Ping Pong ball, and arrive at
your
television set at different times from different directions. The
#3619
efficiently rejects all signals except the one you want. No other
antenna
does as well. Good for about 30 miles distance.

Made in U.S.A. #361 ... $89.95

We have two even more powerful TV antennas available
on special request. The VHF only antenna is 16" long
and the UHF version is 7" high.

CROSSFIRE MODEL 3617B

The Crossfire is for VHF only channels 2 through 13. It is
capable
of pulling in stations up to 150 miles away. It is 16" long. A
heavy
duty rotor and special mast bearing is available for $149.95.

Price # ... $259.95 including a $40.00 shipping allowance.

How about the most powerful UHF antenna made for channels 14
through 80.
It stands 7' high.

Price ... 194.95 including a $40.00 shipping allowance.

Of course we can take care of your cable needs even if your
antenna is a
few hundred feet away from your house.

TV AMPLIFIER

When the coax cable run approaches 100 feet, an amplifier
is likely required for best reception. This is especially
true for UHF TV because the higher frequency signal tends to
"bleed"
off the coax cable. An amplifier will not help with ghosting.
It will help when snow is on the screen which is indicative of
a weak signal. The amplifier is mounted on the antenna mast.
It is powered by a transformer plugged in near the TV. The DC
power runs up the cable and activates the amplifier. The
amplifier,
when mounted near the antenna elements, produces the best
results. Channel Master makes some of the best amplifiers.

Price: #TVA ... $79.95

TV ROTATOR

We stock the Channel Master Rotator #9510A which is
suitable for all antennas except the huge Crossfire
antenna (an extra heavy duty one is available). This
rotator has been copied but not equaled. It is well
built and is accurate to 1 degree. This price includes
the control unit to orientate the antenna. We do not
stock mast material because shipping is too expensive on
oversized items. Electrical metal tubing, water pipe
or mast material from your local supplier is recommended.
We have a heavy duty version for $149.95 including a
stiffening bearing.

Price: #TVR ... $79.95

AMPLIFIED INDOOR ANTENNA

This indoor amplified antenna is a real sleeper.  We have
tested all of the "best" indoor TV antennas.  This one
outperformed
them all (EVEN THE ONES RATED AS BEST IN THE WORLD BY LEADING
MAGAZINES),
at 1/2 the price!

Size: Folds to 3-1/4" wide x 4-3/8" long x 3/4" thick.
The antenna elements extend to 24", and retract and fold against
the unit. Cable is 54" long. Requires 2 "AA" batteries, or may be
powered by an optional 3V. DC adapter.  We custom fit this unit
to a cable TV type connector.

Price: #AIA... $35.95
3Volt AC/DC adapter: #3AC... $11.95

RADAR DETECTOR

BEL 745STi  plus RADAR / LASER DETECTOR

When we first found these units, we thought who better to
test them than one of our local law officials. Following
is what he has to say about it. "The Bel 746STi is an innovative
piece of technology, combining an X, K and Super Wideband Ka
radar detector with a laser detector, that mounts to your car
visor, windshield or on the dashboard. With this device, you'll
be able to tell when a cop car, equipped with radar, is in
the area before it is in sight. As a law enforcement officer,
I am familiar with police use of radar, the detection of speeding
drivers and some of the limitations of police radar. In my own
field tests of the 745STi, it detected active radar on both
city police cars and highway patrol cruisers from as far away
as 3/4 of a mile. I conducted these tests in both clear, sunny
weather and foggy conditions with almost zero visibility. I
tested
it against the radar of three different cities, State Highway
Patrol and radar mounted in my own private car as well as hand
held radar - and the 745STi performed flawlessly every time.
Even when the police cars were blocks away and out of sight, the
745STi sounded a warning well ahead of time. But, don't get
over-confident that this or any other radar detector will
keep you from getting a speeding ticket. There are times when
all you will get is an instant-on radar alert tone, giving you
practically no time to slow down before you're tagged. This
device also picks up other radio emissions (10-35GHz range)
possibly emissions from store and business security systems
which may trigger the alert tone, giving you a false radar
signal reading. You also have to realize that those of us in
law enforcement are aware of these devices and their
capabilities. Some municipalities and states make it illegal
to possess and use radar detection devices. Units from these
agencies also have the ability to detect these radar detectors.
However, the 745STi has a cloaking device (Shadow Technology)
which keeps its use from being detected by law enforcement.
So, even though the 745STi performed flawlessly in detecting
radar, you had better slow down because I'll be looking for you!
See you on the road!

Price # BRD ... $249.95

RADAR JAMMERS

We had the same person who did the test on our radar
detector test one of the popular radar jammers. In
his opinion they do not work very well. After 45
minutes of driving at slow, medium and high speeds
only one time did it work.
ANY CALLS REGARDING RADIO NOISE PLEASE USE 707-725-9000 ONLY.

HANDHELD CB RADIOS

MAXON 27LP

Inexpensive units for communication over distances of up to 4
miles.
The voice clarity on these units is very good. It only takes a
few
minutes to get over the sense of "golly, gee whiz, can I really
do this?",
and suddenly you find yourself transmitting. Our engineer
currently
rates this the best handheld CB for the money. One of its highest
uses is emergency communications on channel 9. Carry it in your
car
when travelling. You can plug it into your lighter plug, and
hopefully
get help if you find yourself in distress. You can use it to
communicate
with another party working in the garage or on a walk, blocks
away.
You can use it between two vehicles for communication while
traveling.
It's fun to listen to truck drivers. They keep you informed of
road
conditions, and new 4-letter words that can help build your
vocabulary.
Each unit comes with an adapter for plugging into the cigarette
lighter
in your vehicle.

Made in the Philippines.
Price #CB .............................. $74.95

Buy two and save.  Pair ....... $139.90

Optional Accessories (Prices shown apply when purchased at the
same
time as a radio.  If purchased separately, please add $4.00
shipping
and handling per order.)

12v, 1amp AC adapter (home use) $14.95
Mag-mount automotive/base antenna  Price#CBM $24.95
"AA" size rechargeable batteries, 850mah 10 @ $2.00 each #RAA
Price ... $20.00
Battery charger (8 station) Price ... $29.95
Rat Pack for charging 10 nicads at a time from our 8 station
charger listed
above. You can also use it to power the CB   Price ... $9.95

CB POWER SUPPLY

12V-6 AMP POWER SUPPLY

Unlike other similar units, this one has lock-down terminals in
back,
to help prevent accidental shorting of the wires. It also has a
cigarette lighter jack in front, for expanded versatility. 4 amps
continuous power, with 6 amp surge.

Price: $39.95 with purchase. Add $4.00 if purchased separately.

CB RADIO

PC 122XL

Our engineer rates the Uniden PC 122XL as the world's best for
the money. It has 40 channels and single sideband.

Features include:

LED readout
Noise limiter/blanker switch
S/RF meter
squelch
channel selector
TX/RX indicator
instant channel 9
RF gain
mic gain and PA mode

It comes complete with mounting hardware.

Size is 7-9/16"w x 2"h and 6" deep.

Made in the Far East

Price #122 ... $139.95

COBRA 148 GTL

The best mobile CB made

If you want the best CB radio, here it is. It is rated #1 by our
radio engineer. It is ruggedly built for rigorous mobile use.
It has 40 channels, and single sideband. This is also a good unit
for base use.

A power microphone is available #MIC $24.95 to increase power by
about 30%. We have all the different Firestick antennas and
mounts
in stock.

Size:  7-7/8" W x 2-1/4" H x 10" D
Made in Philippines Price #COB... $199.95 

COBRA 148F GTL

This new unit is like the unit above except for one important
feature.
This model is equipped with a digital frequency counter display
so you
know exactly where you are on air. Same size, Weighs 6 lbs

Cobra 148F GTL #COF... $249.95

WASHINGTON CB BASE STATION BY UNIDEN

If you're looking for one of the best options for
an at home use CB, this is it.  It weighs in at
almost 12 lbs and draws 75 watts of power at 120 volts.
There must be something going on inside.  It looks and
feels like a truly professional radio.  You are better
off with this unit over the 148 GTL'S for home use because
the power supply is built in.

Made in the Philippines #WBS ... $229.95

CB INTRO

All CB radios benefit greatly from an external antenna.  Four
watts
of power into the Antron A99, 18FT off the ground will out
perform
a much more powerful CB radio fed into a lesser antenna.  We
carry
several different antennas for both vehicular and home use.

MIRROR MOUNT

The MIRROR MOUNT is a great way to use a Firestick on
horizontal or vertical mirror arm. It also works on a vertical
surface.  Made out of stainless steel.

Made in the U.S.A

PRICE #MIR ... $14.95

FIRESTICK CB Antennas

Available in black or white.  About 1/2" in diameter in 3, 4 or
5'
lengths. Purchase the longest you can for highest performance.

3'...  $15.95 #FS3
4'... $16.95 #FS4
5'... $17.95 #FS5

For tunable add $2.00 ea.

QUICK RELEASE MIRROR MOUNT

If you change trucks often you probably want the
convenience of a quick release mirror mount.  All
Stainless and Brass

Price #QRM ... $24.95

ANTRON A-99 BASE CB ANTENNA

This is a well made base station CB antenna, omni-directional and
tunable.  Fiberglass construction is 18' assembled, you provide
the masting. It is best to mount it 18' above the ground.  Not
for the timid.

Price #A99 ... $59.95

Optional Ground Plane kit (angled radials). For highest
performance
the GP kit is recommended. Radials are 70-1/2" long.

Price #GPK ... $39.95

Get Both for $89.95

COAX FEED LINE CABLE

Base Station: Heavy duty COAX RG8 is available with PL259's
installed,
50FT long and about 3/8" diameter.

Price: ... $29.95

We can also custom make any length you would like with high grade
RG8.

Mobile: We have standard lengths of 18FT available at $11.95.
        We can custom make anything you like.

HIGH POWER HAND HELD VHF RADIO

NADY VHF30

Where high quality communication is required for a greater
distance, the business band VHF30 is impossible to beat for
the price. These little 5 watt output handhelds can be used
as far as 3 miles away with only its rubber duckie antenna.
They are very reliable one mile away even in the city. Handheld
CB radios may only go 3 or 4 blocks in a city environment.  These
units come standard with only one channel, 151.625 MHz. This is
about the same frequency range most police use. We recommend you
try and keep your purchase simple. If you add channels (up to 4
total)
and CSTSS tone capability, the price skyrockets. If you can use
them with only one channel they compare in quality to $400 to
$600
units. Otherwise you will probably be better off searching out
your
local business radio expert. On this radio you can talk about
business all you want. On amateur radio you are not allowed to
talk about business. This unit requires an FCC business band
license for $30.00. Forms are included with the unit. You can
greatly
improve reception and transmit distance if you get a better
antenna.
A mobile magnetic mount antenna costs about $60.00 and will
increase
distance by almost double. If you get a base antenna it will cost
about $200.00 plus cable at $1.00 per foot but can increase
distance up to 20 miles.

Price: #NAD ... $199.95

Options: Lapel Mic: $49.95
Extra battery pack: $59.95

To charge from your vehicle cig plug $24.95

OMICRON VI BASE ANTENNA

The Omicron VI makes a great base antenna for the Nady. It can be
mounted
indoors or out, wall or mast mounted. It folds up for portable
use. In
field tests the Omicron VI allowed the Nady to transmit 10 miles
over rough
terrain.

Price: #NO6 ... $69.95 including thirty feet of high grade 50 Ohm
cable and
solder on BNC connectors.

ALTERNATIVE POWER

News Flash!

Home Power Magazine, probably the best alternative energy
magazine
has given us a "Thumbs Up" award for the Consci Power Pack.  The
editor even said its rugged enough to take to the Andes on an
expedition.

CONSCI 6/12 PORTABLE POWER PACK

This is a versatile, easy to use power supply, well suited for
any situation where a power source is needed. Great for an
emergency.
The idea congealed and production began after three big quakes
hit
within 24 hours on the North Coast of California in 1992. The
PORTABLE POWER PACK uses maintenance free rechargeable lead acid
batteries which can provide over 1000 charge/recharge cycles. It
has a special circuit (Pat Pend), so it cannot be overcharged. 
It
provides enough power to run a radio and scanner for several
days.

Included: 12 volt AC and DC adapters for charging at home or
from a cigarette lighter, transformer DC/DC step down
for 12, 9, 6, & 3 volts, a 12 volt spotlight with magnetic base
for attachment to a metal surface.  A spare fuse holder
(with spare fuse) and (2) cigarette socket output jacks
(positive tip) are built into the box. A 5" x 6" x 7 1/4"
compartment
stores the adapters with space left for a small radio and other
emergency supplies.

Size: 12" x 6" x  7 1/2" .  Weight: 12 1/2 lbs.
Recharging time: From AC/DC adapter approximately 16 hours.
From a cigarette lighter approx. 1-3 hours.

Made in U.S.A. for C. Crane Co #PPP ... $159.95

Though we could never pay for Home Power's endorsement, (nor
could
they pay for ours), in return for their favorable article we
would
like to promote them!  They are the best and one of the original
alternative power magazines.  Please write them for a sample
issue
and subscribe to their magazine: PO Box 130, Hornbrook, CA 96044.


MSX-101 10 WATT SOLAR PANEL

This new solar panel is made without glass so it is light weight
and durable.  Teamed with our new and improved Portable Power
Pack you could run a 12" portable radio indefinitely.  We
provide a lighter plug on the end of a 10FT lead wire, and a
lighter
splitter for your convenience.

Size: 10.5" x 17.6" x 1/8".
Current at peak power: .57 amps @ 17.8 volts.

Price #SOP ... $139.95

POWER CONVERTER  12 volts to 120 volts ac

Want an inexpensive way to change 12 DC volts to useable AC
current?
Try our new modified sine wave converter.  We had a power failure
and
had to send a fax to a customer; plugged it into a Consci Power
Pack
and no problemo!!  Rated at 240 watts continuous and 450 watts
surge.

Made in Taiwan #POC ... $89.95

DYNAMO SELF-POWERED AM/FM RADIO with a flashlight!

This is the ultimate emergency radio. Well, let's just call it a
darn fun little radio. Smell the ozone as you crank the built in
generator. A few minutes of cranking will run it for an hour. Put
it in the sun and it will charge two optional nicad batteries or
run the radio. Craftsmanship is not its finest quality. Too much
aggressive cranking can ruin the generator mechanism.  It is
AM/FM
only. It has to be the ultimate emergency radio. 30 day warranty

Price #SOF ..... $29.95

W.S.I. HOT SPARK FIRE STARTER

Flints for emergency and fun. The "Hot Spark" consists of
a bar of flint, a bar of magnesium, and a metal striker.
To start a fire, scrape off a small amount of flint and
magnesium, creating a small pile. Strike the flint with
the striker sparking the mixture. Presto, you have a fire
started. The "Hot Spark" is available in two sizes. A
larger Heirloom Model, 5" long x 1" high, embedded in fine
hardwood and the small Key Chain model. Both come in
carrying pouches. Made in the U.S.A.

Price #FST ...  $ 24.95

Heirloom Model Price #KEY ... $11.95
Key Chain Model Please add $3.00 if purchased alone

EARTHQUAKE WRENCH

Made to permanently place on your gas valve. Since it cannot be
used for anything else its not likely to be stolen. The greatest
danger after a large quake is fire from compromised gas lines.
Buy one for yourself and your neighbors!

Price #EQW ..... $4.95 each or (3) for $11.95
Please add $3.00 if ordered alone.

This is a close out price and will go up when stock is depleted.

LEATHERMAN POCKET SURVIVAL TOOL

A high quality stainless steel pocket tool that should replace
the single function pocket knife. Carry a total of 12 tools,
including full size pliers, a range of screwdrivers from a very
small slotted to a standard phillips head, knife, ruler, and much
more. Comes with a leather pouch and has a 25 year manufacturer
guarantee.

Size when closed, 4" x 1". weight, 5 ounces.
Made in the USA
Price #PST ... $49.95

NICAD BATTERIES

Nicad batteries are one of the most misunderstood consumer
products.
Manufacturers are guilty of gross misinformation and product
design.
If you send us a self addressed stamped envelope we will send you
free
literature on how to manage your Nicad batteries properly. Be
sure to
request Nicad Literature. Our batteries have from 50% to 280%
more
usable power than the typical Nicads you buy at your local
discount
house. We do not recommend nicad batteries in the AAA size or 9
volt
because they are under powered. If you use batteries more then 3
times a year we recommend you invest in nicads and a charger. You
must
be willing to perform simple battery duties to get the most out
of
your batteries. Home Power Magazine rated our batteries and
information
literature as some of the best of several companies they
reviewed. Once
you try our batteries you will be amazed at how much money you
save and
how easy it is to manage your investment. It's great for the
environment
also. P.S. "mah" = milliampere hour.

Nicad Prices:
"D" size (4000mah) #RD ... $6.95 each
"C" size (1800mah) #RC ... $4.75 each
"AA" size (850mah) #RAA... $2.00 each

BATTERY CHARGER WITH BUILT IN TEST METER

This is a low cost battery charger for nicad batteries.
It will hold up to 8 batteries. To help manage your nicad's
it has a built-in test meter and different power settings
for fast or slow charge. Quality is rude but it should
last for years. The front of the package proclaims it has
"Surprised Function" God knows where it was made. We
supply our own directions

Price #BAC ... $29.95

AA BATTERY CHARGER KIT

Simple kit includes (4) Super 850 mah Nicad batteries,
tester and a four position battery charger.  We also supply
the most informative piece of literature on Nicads ever written
to help you preserve your purchase.

All 3 - Tester, Charger and (4) AA Nicads #BCT ... $19.95!!!

If purchased alone please add $3.00 for shipping

Battery Tester #BC ... $6.95
(4) Station AA Charger ... $7.95
(4) AA Nicads ... $8.00

DIGITAL PHONES

The Tropez digital cordless phones offers a new standard in
cordless telephone technology. Sound quality is superb.  No
one can tell you are on a cordless phone. The Tropez comes in
crisp and clear up to 1/4 mi. away in most environments. When out
of range, the phone will alert you. The Tropez digitizes your
voice before it transmits, making it very difficult for anyone,
except the government, to scan your telephone calls.
With the pager, you can find a misplaced handset. Also
featured are a 10 number memory, mute feature and flash
for call waiting and call forwarding. It has a redial key and
the volume adjusts at the touch of a button. Four ringer types
are available. The Tropez seeks a clearer channel when noise is
introduced on the line you are talking on. Base and handset are
black.  Includes mounting bracket, phone cord,AC adapter and
battery pack.

TROPEX 900NDL

TROPEZ 900NDL has a keypad on the handset only, one way paging,
and
no speaker phone. This phone is best if you don't need to talk
directly between the base unit and the handset. This model is
suitable
for most people's needs.

Price #NDL ... $179.95

Tropez 900NDX

Tropez 900NDX features a speaker phone, keypad on the handset and
base unit, and a two-way paging system that can also be used as
an
intercom.

Price #NDX ... $209.95

TROPEZ PLATINUM

A 2-line phone equipped with caller ID capability, LCD readout in
the handset for incoming and outgoing phone numbers, 20 number
memory, 4-way conference call, and 4 different ringer types. The
base can also be used as a speaker phone.

Price #TR2 ... $279.95

EXTRA BATTERY PACKS

The new style phone battery packs are sealed.

Price: #NBP... $ 39.95,
Please add $3.00 if purchase separately. We can rebuild your
old battery pack for $29.95 including shipping back to you.

TROPEZ 900i DIGITAL PHONE and DIGITAL ANSWERING MACHINE

Tropez 900i has a built-in digital answering machine with a
time/date
stamp. The answering machine allows up to 30 minutes record time
which
can be expanded to 60 minutes. The digital answering machine has
computer
chips to memorize the human voice so it is more reliable and it
can't
wear out. It has remote access to messages and a toll saver
feature.
It also has a one way page function, speaker phone and 10 number
memory.
Overall it has just about everything anybody could want!

Price #90i... $329.95

PANASONIC PHONE

Panasonic makes the best conventional phones - period!.
Features include a digital readout for the telephone number
you are calling, clock, and call duration. The memory holds 28
phone numbers and the automatic redial will dial up to 15 times.
The speaker phone allows you to listen to the redial feature
without holding the handset. This phone can be used on a desk
top or wall mounted. Available in white only.

Made in Japan.
Price #PAN ... $89.95

POWERDIALER

This speed dialer is a very unique, sophisticated, high quality
product that quickly and continuously redials busy phone numbers.
Need to get good concert tickets?  Tee times?  Can't get through
to computer on-line services, or bulletin boards?  It dials at up
to 25 times per minute. In one mode it will test your phone line
and see how fast it can dial without failing. You can select
whether
you want get through on a busy line or a non-answered line.
Includes
phone cord and Ac Adapter. Size 5" x 6" x 1.1", Made in U.S.A.

Price #PDI ... $249.95

PHONE BATTERY PACK

If you have earlier model 900DL or 900DX, our battery pack is 50%
more powerful and cost 30% less than the factory original.

Price #TRB ... $19.95

If you have the new sealed type 900NDL, 900NDX, Platinum or 900i
we have factory originals.

Price #NBP ... $39.95

We can rebuild your new sealed type battery pack with more
powerful batteries.

Price ... $29.95

Please add $3.00 if a single battery is purchased separately

TCB-900 Battery Charger for new "N" series Tropez phones

All of the new style "N" series Tropez phones have
a sealed battery pack that can be removed. The good
news is that you can have another battery charging
for extended talk/standby time.  The bad news is
the battery is more expensive than the old models.
This charger unit comes complete with AC adapter and
an extra battery pack.

Price #NSE ... $59.95

CORDLESS PHONE HANDSET HOLDER

Finally, we found a holder for the Tropez handsets. It is a black
nylon case that you can attach to your belt, leaving your hands
free. Two elastic cords hold the phone in place.

Made in the U.S.A.

Price #PHH $24.95 with phone purchase

Please add $3.00 if purchased separately

PHONE ACCESSORIES

The three accessories listed are $4.95 each when purchased
with any other product. When you get a phone they always give
you that wonderful four foot cord for the handset. Try our 25FT
coil
cord and loosen up a bit. If you would like to add a new phone to
the same wall jack you may want to purchase a splitter.
If you want to put your phone base further away from the outlet,
get a 25ft wall cord. Available in black or white.

PANASONIC ANSWERING MACHINE

We have used these machines for ten years and are convinced
they are the most durable on the market. A few of the features
include separate incoming and outgoing message tapes, and remote
ability in case you forget to turn it on or want to check
messages.
It uses regular cassettes (included). Overall its easy to use.

Made in Japan

Price #PAM ... $74.95

FAX MACHINES

SANYO SFX-33 FACSIMILE MACHINE

Fax machines have become a necessity for most people.
With the cost of postage increasing, you can fax a letter
to a friend during the night for as little as 11 cents.
Sending a fax offers the thoughtfulness of a letter received
but much quicker. It is as fast as a phone call without the
chaos and interruption the telephone requires. You don't
need an extra phone line coming into your house, just use
your existing line. Plug the fax into the phone line and  a
standard electrical outlet and you are ready to go. Toll
free coaching is available if you have questions. We are
the only company that offers intelligent toll free coaching after
your purchase. This fax is compatible with most answering
machines, has 28 numbers in memory and an automatic redial
feature. This machine will make copies, enlargements and
reductions. The copies produced are on thermal fax paper, which
means they will fade with time. We do all of our ordering,
banking and correspondence via fax machines, eliminating
errors and miscommunications that have occurred with a
regular phone call. We are convinced this is the most
durable fax machine made. Price and terms matching available.

90 day warranty.
15" x 3" x 9", 8 Lbs.

Made in Japan Price #S33 ... $249.95

FAX STARTER KIT:

(4) rolls of paper and a fax cover

Price #FKI $11.95 with purchase

FAX PAPER

We do carry rolls of paper. It comes in boxes of 8 rolls of 98'
each.

Price per box separately  #FP ... $21.95
If purchased with a machine ... $19.95

PLAIN PAPER FAX MACHINES

The advantage of a plain paper fax machine is the durability of
the printed page. Thermal paper faxes will fade with time
regardless
of the quality of the paper. If you have a busy small business or
just deal with a lot of legal documents you might consider a
plain
paper fax machine. The drawback is the higher cost of the machine
when compared to a thermal paper fax machine. Even though the
complexity of manufacturing a plain paper fax machine is extreme
the
price has dropped in half over the last year. The advantage of
Sanyo
is a history of extreme reliability, an abundance of features,
and low cost!

SANYO SFX-P55

A plain paper fax machine that can also be used as a high
quality printer for your personal computer. The Sanyo emulates
Canon BJ200/BJ10S, IBM X24E and EPSON LQ510 printers. It will
also work as a modem and a scanner with Eclipse Fax 6.0, Faxworks
3.0, Winfax Pro 4.0 software. We include the printer and RS232
cables
in our price. The inkjet printer will also double  as a copy
machine
that will allow you to print multiple copies up to 99 pages. The
resolution of copies is good but not as good as a high quality
copy
only machine. As a fax machine quality is excellent but not as
fast
as the HP 700 model below.Sanyo designed this unit to accept
several
different manufacturers ink jet cartridges.

Size: 17.2" X 7.4" X 11.4 Deep.
Weight is 14.3 lbs. 90 day warranty.

Made in Japan

Price #P55 ... $599.95

Ink Cartridges # IC ... $26.95

HP 700

If you need a plain paper fax work horse here is the best you
will find. Its fast and reliable. It has a convenient paper tray
for
incoming faxes. The Sanyo listed above does not have a tray for
incoming faxes. This model does not have a phone handset. This
model
is best for a high volume situation.

Price # HP7 ... $599.95

AMPLIFIED SPEAKERS

If you need improved audio from an earphone jack of any radio,
tape
or CD player, TV, VCR, keyboard or computer here it is.
Most of the amplified speakers made are under powered and suffer
from obviously not so perfect audio. These plug right into 120
volts
and put out 15 watts per channel RMS. They have a 3" woofer, 3/4"
tweeter,
volume, bass and treble control. Listed frequency response is
from 20-20,000 Hz. We believe these speakers are one of the best
values available. They are good looking but not exactly high
tech,
6" high x 4-5/8" wide and deep.

Price #SPS ... $79.95

CASSETTE ADAPTER

Originally made to adapt a CD player to a auto radio. It also
works
great for any device with an earphone jack. Use it with our
little
TV radio for Television audio in your car. It will work well for
handheld ham or CB radios, Reeltalk, scanner or whatever else you
can think of. We tested many units. The Philips was the best.

Price #TA ... $19.95

KOSS PORTA PRO HEADPHONES

These are state-of-the-art headphones, fully adjustable for
maximum
comfort. They have incredible bass response for their size. They
fold compactly for travel and include plugs for both popular
sizes
of headphones. They are furnished with a 4-foot straight cord and
have a lifetime guarantee through Koss ($5.00 per repair). These
are great! Made in U.S.A.

Price #KOS ...... $49.95 when purchased with another product
or please add $3.00 if purchased alone.

KOSS SPORT CLIP

You don't have to be a sports hero to love these headphones. 
They
are exactly the same headphones as the above Porta Pro but do not
have the head band!.  What a great simple idea. They have the
same
incredible bass response, are extremely comfortable, lighter in
weight and less money.  They can also be used as a pillow speaker
for
Royalty the next time they visit or can be stuffed in a purse in
a
pinch. They have the same $5.00 lifetime repair policy from Koss.

Price #KSC ... $34.95 or please add $3.00 if purchased separate.

BIGMOUTH SPEAKER

Put the sound where you want it with the Mini 2-1/4" speaker.  It
gives great audio over the small speaker in a handheld scanner. 
If
you have trouble hearing your CB in a noisy truck the BigMouth
speaker is the answer. Mounting hardware and 7FT of cable
terminated
to an 1/8" mono mini plug is included. No power is required.

Price #LMS ....... $11.95 with purchase or $14.95 separately.

PILLOW SPEAKER

Just plug this speaker into your radio earphone jack and place
the speaker under your pillow. You can enjoy your radio program
as long as you like without disturbing others. This little item
could save your marriage. Our speaker is of a higher quality than
we have found anywhere else.

When ordered separately #P ... $9.95

When ordered with any other product ... $6.95

CRYSTAL EAR PLUG

Extremely compact, this is the highest quality ear plug we've
found.
It comes with a 6-foot cord. We now have the ear plugs in two
sizes.
The smaller size is preferable for those with smaller ears. It
also
has a wire hook that fits over the ear to hold it securely in
place.
We suggest you try one of each.

Made in Japan
Large #EAR ... $5.95
Small #EAS ... $3.00
Pair, one of each size #EKI ... $7.95

OVER THE EARPHONE

This looks a bit unusual but it is comfortable, durable, and has
the best sound of all single earphones

Price #LEA ... $9.95

UNIVERSAL AC ADAPTER

3, 6, 9, and 12-volt. This unit plugs into the
wall and has various plugs to fit the input jack
of any radio. Converts 120V AC to the common DC
voltages listed above.

High quality, 500mA #UNI ...... $14.95
120/220V AC version, 300 MA Good quality #UN2 ...  $19.95

PHILMORE REGULATED STEPDOWN VOLTAGE CONVERTER

Converts your car's 12V DC to the other common DC voltages
(3,6,9,12)
to power your radios, tape players, etc. Plugs into the cigarette
lighter socket.High quality, regulated

Price #PSD ... $17.95

RADIO NOISE FILTER/SURGE PROTECTOR

This plug-in filter will help reduce noise that comes up the AC
line. First try a radio on batteries at the same location to
see if radio noise is reduced. If noise is reduced then this
filter
will help. Good for computers and CB interference.

Made in Taiwan.

Price #AC ... $9.95 when purchased with anything else or add
$2.00
if purchased alone

A (6) outlet version is available

Price #6NF ... $24.95.

RF DETECTOR

This small device helps locate radio interference sources.
If you move the RF Detector near a computer, you might
find most of the interference comes off the top of the
monitor, not the screen. As you get closer to an RF (radio
frequency)
source the light gets brighter and a chirping sound gets
louder. Great for a general check on a microwave oven.
If you are a radio technician in charge of finding radio
noise you simply must buy this.

Was $49.95

Made in U.S.A.

Price #RFD..... $34.95

EARPHONE JACK TO RECORDER PATCH CORD

This special adapter will connect any radio with
an earphone jack to any recorder with an audio input
jack. This lets you record from your radio to your
recorder or VCR. With your VCR on slow recording
speed this will allow you to record six hours of
programming.  We have taken care to match the recorder
signal demands electronically. This is another exclusive
product made for us in the U.S.  There is no better way
to get long recording time at high quality for such low 
cost. Yes, you can set the timer on the VCR to record
automatically at a pre-determined time.

Price #VCR ... $15.95

BULK AA ALKALINE BATTERIES

If you buy (50) at a time we can give you a nice discount. We
tested our batteries against the famous rabbit batteries. We used
an electric clock and radio hooked in series to measure the time
they lasted. We only had time for one test. Ours ran the clock 4%
longer!

Box of (50) works out to $.50 each

Price #AA Alkalines ........... $25.00
Please add $2.00 if purchased separately

HOW TO FIND US

C. CRANE CO. MAP

If you find yourself driving around (the real) Northern
California
one day thinking, "Wow, I wonder where that C. Crane Company is!"
the map below should help you out.  Basically we're on the north
coast of California, about 110 miles south of the Oregon border.
We are at 10th and "L" streets in the city of Fortuna. Feel free
to stop in and say HI!

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