[R-390] Sync Detect Radio w/R-390A

[Tom M.]

Gentlemen?

I'd like to hear comments from anyone who has used a sync detector equipped
radio connected to a 390A to monitor the IF.

I have a Sony 7600 (gasp!!) which has sideband selectable sync detection. The
lock range is about 2-3 kcs or so I'd guess.  

I did a simple test today by tuning the Sony to 455 kcs in sync detect mode,
and routed a wire from the 390A IF out nearby the Sony.

The internal ant on the Sony picked up the IF just fine and locked onto the
signal.

Seems like this has possibilities.  Of course it sounded like cr*p due to the
tiny speaker in the Sony, but fed to an amp??  Who knows . . .

This may be a bit cheaper option than a dedicated sync detector accessory???

What is the best way to couple the 455 for best S/N??

Pontifications welcome.

Great weekend to all!!

Tom N5OFF

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