VHF Wildlife Tracking Receiver (Custom Design - Simulated Operation)

Circa Mid 1980's to Late 1990's

A custom movie prop manufactured by PROPOLOGY.ca featuring simulated functionality. The design is closely based upon the actual device. Features operational LED indicators and is powered by an internal 9-volt battery.

Use Case:

Wildlife tracking receivers are a specialized piece of equipment used for animal research. A highly sensitive instrument for detecting radio signals from transmitters attached to animals.

Key Components and Functions:

• Antenna Connection Terminals: Screw terminals are provide for the connection of a suitable VHF directional antenna (available separately).

• CHANNEL and TUNE: These controls are used to set the operating frequency to match the specific frequency of a wildlife transmitter (tag).

• GAIN: This knob adjusts the sensitivity of the receiver. Higher gain is typically used to detect faint, distant signals, while lower gain helps with precise directionality when the animal is nearby.

• SIGNAL: An indicator light or display (likely LEDs, in this case) that visually shows the strength of the incoming radio signal.

• EARPHONE: A jack for connecting headphones, which allows the user to audibly hear the pulsed signals from the transmitter, a key part of tracking.

• POWER: The switch to turn the unit on or off.

Accessories Available Separately:

• GLENAYRE Directional Antennas (2-Units available).

• N-Connector to Antenna Terminal Adaptors (2-Units available).

NOTE: 2-Units Available.

(H-5cm x W-15cm x D-11.5cm)