Texas Ranger TR-296 Series

TR-296 Series
AM/SSB Mobile CB radios Brown Line

TR-296DX(C) TR-296GK
A legendary design lives on in the Ranger TR-296 family of 40 channel all mode (AM/SSB) CB radios

Featuring advanced phase-locked loop circuitry with digital frequency synthesis, the TR-296 has been a favorite of serious CB operators who demand peak performance, ease of operation and attractive design.

The TR-296 is available in 3 different models to satisfy your preferances:
         TR-296GK - Gold knobs and trim on a silver panel, with a silver case.
         TR-296DXC - All chrome case, knobs adn front panel.
         TR-296DXB - Traditional silver front panel and knobs with a black case

This reliable, time-proven favorite is sure to enhance the looks of any installation, be it luxury automobile or 18 wheeler!

In the SSB mode, a six pole crystal lattice filter provides maximum selectivity. In the AM mode, the unit’s dual-conversion receiver with crystal filtering delivers peak frequency response with maximum adjacent channel rejection.

The transmitter features a logarithmic speech processor which assures maximum average talk power without flat-topping.

The simple, uncluttered panel of the TR-296 offers all the features desired in an all mode radio.

— AM and SSB Operation	— External Frequency Counter Connector
— Gold on Silver or All Chrome Models	— Phase-locked loop Circuitry
— Digital Frequency Synthesis	— High Performance Receiver Design
— Maximum Talk Power without flat-topping	— PA Capability
— Display Dimmer	— LED RX / TX Indicator

Front Panel Controls Include:

— *An illuminated S/RF/SWR meter* for simple antenna tuning and performance monitoring	— *Large Channel Selector Knob and Bright LED Channel Display* for safe, enjoyable mobile operation.
— *Clarifier and Received Audio Tone* controls for accurate receiver tuning and improved reception under difficult conditions.	— *Automatic Noise Limiter and Noise Blanker Controls* to permit optimum elimination of vehicular noise.

Other front panel features include:
HI / LOW tone control,   BRT/DIM display switch,   Mike Gain Control ,   Squelch Control,   CB / PA selector.
Click on the model below to see a large closeup view of the radio:
  TR-296DXB            TR-296 GK

For a side-by-side features comparison chart of the TR-296 Series verses the other fine Texas Ranger models, please see the Comparison Chart.

TR-296 Series Specifications

General

TR-296GK
Gold on Silver

TR-296DXC
All Chrome

TR-296DXB
Traditional Silver/Black

Frequency Range

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26.965 - 27.405 MHz

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Channels

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40

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Frequency Control

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Phase-Locked-Loop Synthesizer

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Frequency Stability

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0.001%

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Operating Temperature Range

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20 ºC to + 50 ºC

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Input Voltage

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13.8 Vdc

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Antenna Impedance

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50 W

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Size (W x D x H)

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7-7/8" x 9-1/2" x 2-3/8"

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Weight

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5 lb

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Shipping Weight

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6 lb. 3 oz

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Transmitter

RF Power Output

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AM: 4 W, SSB: 12 W (PEP)

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Carrier Suppression

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55 dB

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Spurious Emission

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55 dB

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Audio Distortion

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10%

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Frequency Response

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300 to 2500 Hz

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Microphone

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Dynamic

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Receiver

Sensitivity for 10 dB SINAD

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AM: 0.5 µV, SSB: 0.25 µV

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Squelch Sensitivity

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0.5 µV

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Image Rejection

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More than 65 dB

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AGC Figure of Merit

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100 mV for 10 dB Change in Audio Output

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Audio Response

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300 to 2500 Hz

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For the ultimate in all mode CB, the TR-296 is the classic choice.

NOTE:
The Texas Ranger TR-296 Series of Ranger radios are not available factory direct.
Please contact your favorite dealer for these products.

Brown Line

E Mail - Sales & Information: sales@rangerusa.com

E Mail - Technical Support: techsupport@rangerusa.com

Mailing Address:
Ranger Communications, Inc.
401 W. 35th Street
National City, CA 91950-7909

NOTE:
Ranger is closed Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays.

Hours of Operation - Mon-Fri	Technical Support Hours - Mon-Fri	Local Telephone	Fax Number
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Time	10:00 AM - 12:00 PM and 2:00 - 3:30 PM Pacific Time	(619) 426-6440	(619) 426-3788

General	TR-296GK Gold on Silver	TR-296DXC All Chrome	TR-296DXB Traditional Silver/Black
Frequency Range	=>	26.965 - 27.405 MHz	<=
Channels	=>	40	<=
Frequency Control	=>	Phase-Locked-Loop Synthesizer	<=
Frequency Stability	=>	0.001%	<=
Operating Temperature Range	=>	20 ºC to + 50 ºC	<=
Input Voltage	=>	13.8 Vdc	<=
Antenna Impedance	=>	50 W	<=
Size (W x D x H)	=>	7-7/8" x 9-1/2" x 2-3/8"	<=
Weight	=>	5 lb	<=
Shipping Weight	=>	6 lb. 3 oz	<=

Transmitter
RF Power Output	=>	AM: 4 W, SSB: 12 W (PEP)	<=
Carrier Suppression	=>	55 dB	<=
Spurious Emission	=>	55 dB	<=
Audio Distortion	=>	10%	<=
Frequency Response	=>	300 to 2500 Hz	<=
Microphone	=>	Dynamic	<=

Receiver
Sensitivity for 10 dB SINAD	=>	AM: 0.5 µV, SSB: 0.25 µV	<=
Squelch Sensitivity	=>	0.5 µV	<=
Image Rejection	=>	More than 65 dB	<=
AGC Figure of Merit	=>	100 mV for 10 dB Change in Audio Output	<=
Audio Response	=>	300 to 2500 Hz	<=