SuperStar SS-96VHP 100W PEP AM/SSB 10-Meter Radio
SuperStar SS-96VHP: AM/SSB with Variable Power and Talkback
The SuperStar SS-96VHP is a 10-meter amateur mobile radio with AM, USB and LSB operation and manufacturer-rated 100 watts PEP AM/SSB output. Variable RF power, adjustable talkback and dedicated echo controls put transmit adjustments on the front panel, while the frequency counter and fine/coarse clarifier support sideband operation.
Key Features
- AM and single sideband: Choose AM, USB or LSB operation for your licensed amateur-radio activity.
- 100 watts PEP: Manufacturer-rated output with a dedicated variable RF power control.
- Adjustable talkback: Monitor your transmit audio while setting microphone and audio controls.
- Echo and voice-change controls: Adjust the radio's audio effects from its front panel.
- Fine/coarse clarifier: Separate fine and coarse frequency-adjustment controls.
- Blue frequency counter and channel display: Read frequency and channel information separately, with dimmer adjustment.
- NB/ANL: Noise blanker and automatic noise limiter controls help manage unwanted receive noise.
- Switchable roger beep: Enable or disable the end-of-transmission tone.
- Four-pin microphone connector: Side-mounted connection with the microphone shown in the product photos.
- Heatsink design: External heatsink surfaces provide heat dissipation; leave suitable clearance around the radio when mounting it.
Specifications at a Glance
| Model | SuperStar SS-96VHP |
|---|---|
| Radio class | 10-meter amateur mobile transceiver |
| Operating modes | AM, USB and LSB |
| Additional function | PA |
| Manufacturer-rated output | 100 watts PEP AM/SSB |
| RF power control | Variable |
| Audio controls | Adjustable talkback, echo, voice change and switchable roger beep |
| Clarifier | Fine and coarse controls |
| Displays | Blue frequency counter and separate channel display |
| Meter and lighting | Illuminated analog meter and dimmer |
| Noise controls | NB/ANL |
| Microphone connector | Side-mounted standard Cobra-style four-pin connector |
| Frequency range | 28.315 to 28.7550 MHz |
| Power requirement | 13.8V DC |
| Frequency shift | +10 kHz |
| Meter functions | Signal strength, power and SWR |
| SWR circuit | Automatic SWR circuit |
Plan Your Mobile Installation
Use an antenna system suitable for your intended 10-meter frequencies, and check the antenna adjustment and SWR before transmitting. Allow clearance for the microphone connector, rear connections and heatsink, and follow the radio's installation instructions for power wiring and mounting.
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Amateur Radio Operation
The SS-96VHP is a 10-meter amateur radio, not a license-free CB radio. Transmitting requires the appropriate amateur radio license. Operate only on frequencies and modes permitted by your license.
Pro Tune and Alignment
Don't forget to add the Pro tune and alignment option at checkout so that your radio is professionally bench-tuned for best performance per the manufacturer's service manual.
Frequently Asked Questions
What operating modes does the SuperStar SS-96VHP support?
The SS-96VHP supports AM, upper sideband (USB), and lower sideband (LSB). It also has a separate PA function.
What is the manufacturer-rated output of the SS-96VHP?
The manufacturer rates the SS-96VHP at 100 watts PEP AM/SSB output. Its variable RF power control lets you adjust transmit output.
Does the SS-96VHP have variable RF power and talkback?
Yes. It has a variable RF power control and adjustable talkback, along with echo controls and a switchable roger beep.
What type of microphone connector does it use?
The SS-96VHP has a side-mounted four-pin microphone connector with standard Cobra-style wiring.
What does the fine/coarse clarifier do?
The fine and coarse clarifier controls provide separate frequency adjustments for tuning signals, including single-sideband conversations.
What display and meter features does the SS-96VHP have?
It has a blue frequency counter, a separate channel display, an illuminated analog meter, and a dimmer for adjusting display brightness.
Is the SS-96VHP a license-free CB radio?
No. It is a 10-meter amateur radio. Transmitting requires the appropriate amateur radio license and operation within the frequencies and modes permitted by your license.