The Magnum 257 is a 10-meter CB radio offered by Magnum International. It joins Magnum's lineup of over 10 different mobile CB radios. Magnum International lists its price at $249.99, with the inclusion of a one-year warranty. The Magnum 257 offers a host of features for those in the market for a 10-meter CB radio.
Technical Specifications
The Magnum 257 is a microprocessor controlled receiver and microphone set, with a 28 to 29.699 MHz frequency range. In addition to this, it offers a backlit LCD display, with a digital S/RF meter on it. The 257 outputs 30 watts of RF power during use, and allows for 1/10/100 kHz steps when scanning for available frequencies. The analog modulations that this particular radio offers support for are: FM, USB, LSB and AM.
Features
The Magnum 257 has front panel controls, which allow for manipulation of RF gain and microphone gain. It has the ability to scan available frequencies, and show them via its five-digit LCD display. The 257 can also recall the last used operated frequency and mode, for relatively easy saving of one's progress. For sound nuisances, the Magnum 257 also offers a noise blanker and automatic noise limiter.
Dimensions
The Magnum 257 is 6 inches wide and has a height of 2 inches. Its depth is 9.5 inches, and the entire unit has a weight of 2.9 pounds.
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