This site is for the newcomer newbie and novice and not really the expert. Stephens philco 38690 restoration completed antique radios. Philco 38116 121 radio sch service manual download. Early schematics click a link below to see the schematic of a particular philco radio. In the philco model 3810 series, there are four individual models with different cabinet styles. I made them available online, free to download, as a service to other collectors and restorers. Most of the schematics we have on hand are for radios from the 1920s 1930s. It was much changed from the 37690 offered the year before.
Each schematic is individually digitized in high resolution to provide the clearest possible scan in a. The 38690xx was philcos top of the line radio for the. Find the user manual and the help you need for the products you own at manualsonline. The dial scales do not share the same part number, at least according to the schematics. Philco model 60b cathedral radio 1935 i picked up this philco cathedral radio during a family vacation in the summer of 1997. Model 38 10xf is a console with a different cabinet design having a sloping control panel. There was no id inside the cabinet or on the chassis.
Philco was a pioneer in battery, radio, and television production. Notice that you see a fair number of philco 38 690 radios up for sale yet seldom do you see a 37 690 up for sale. Originally i thought it was a 385 but later found it was likely a 387. Philco 38690a philco 38690, a 20 tube 5 band console radio, 1938. Originally i thought it was a 38 5 but later found it was likely a 38 7. Schematics, service manual or circuit diagram for philco searches beitman, rider, radio and television servicing and trader service sheets. Page 2 dear customer, thank you for buying a philco brand product. Schematics, service manual or circuit diagram for philco. For the actual text, please consult the schematic above. Unless otherwise noted, all of these scanned documents are property of me, jeremy schotter. About the 38116 the 38116 is one of philcos no squat, no stoop, no squint line of radios, with around 25,600 manufactured the whole idea behind that slogan was the slanted or inclined control panel and dial.
Supplies and tools for the restoration of chassis and cabinets for the newbie. The philco model 38 4xx was introduced in the summer of 1937 as one of philco s no squat, no stoop, no squint style radios offered for the 1938 model year. The designation on the schematic on this same page is correct. This is a tuned radio frequency trf design, but using more modern technology than the 1925 fada described in another sparc project article. These schematics include capacitor and resistor part values information.
The schematic diagram of the model 38690 shows that its two tweeters are wired in series, driven by the sets driver tube using a special. I am currently working on a philco, model 3812 chassis. Get the best deals on philco vintage electronics manuals when you shop the largest online selection at. Philco model 20 baby grand restoration gerry o hara. This 1937 philco 3812, as it arrived in the shop, had some major issues. Cabinetry cosmetically, the 38 690xx features a fabulous cabinet that in 1937 debuted philco s latest contribution to their radio art the inclined control panel having an angle of approximately 30 degrees to the vertical. Find the user manual you need for your tv and more at manualsonline. It was much changed from the 37 690 offered the year before. This philco we believe is a 1938 model 38 7 based on the riders manual. We have over brands models available for email delivery. For more sources of free manuals, books, schematics, and other technical data, please visit the below links.
Before wwii, the fm stations broadcast on frequencies of 4250mhz. Philco floor model 42390 fmshortwave radio collectors. I removed the power transformer and repaired the broken wiring. Philco 38690 magnetic tuning circuit antique radio forums.
Philco 387 console radio repair journal by chad hauris, retro electronics and audio lab, midland, tx. Those of us who have a 37 690 dont sell them often is probably the correct answer. The cabinet front has a photo finish picture of wood. Philco 38 690a philco 38 690, a 20 tube 5 band console radio, 1938. I would second the idea to get a schematic from chuck. Each schematic is individually digitized in high resolution to provide the clearest possible scan in a downloadable adobe pdf file. This site helps you to save the earth from electronic waste. Although i am known for collecting other brands, my philco 38 690 is one of the best sounding radios i own. Note they did not use a tuning eye in the 20 tube count vs other brands. Click a link below to see the schematic of a particular philco radio. Huge 1919 to 1953 philco radio service manual bible cd w. The limitations of my video cameras microphones and the. I thought id talk for a minute about one of the radios that ive already sold. Error in philco model 38690 tweeter wiring philco library.
Huge 1919 to 1953 philco radio service manual bible cd w rca radio course cd ebay. The schematic and a parts list for the radio can be found on. The 38 690 is the best sounding radio i have, but i guess that shouldnt be surprising. Philco 38690xx super highfidelity console radio 19371938. Oct 28, 2009 condition is everything with vintage radios. The audio shorting switch, like the one on my 38 116, seems to always be in the shorted position. These schematics include capacitor and resistor part values information which was not always included in philco schematics published prior to mid1933. Photos, commentary and original ads on philcos model 38690xx console tube radio from 19371938. I then measured the windings resistance and all were found good. You would probably only be able to get a definitive answer from an antique dealer who handles a lot of similar items, since even a photo isnt very helpful in determining the kind of shape its in. This is one of the last radios made with prewar fm signal reception. My zenith 12u159 is secondbest, and i think that the main difference is how the 38 690 reproduces bass. With the collectors philco 38690 radio antique radio classified. Reproduction radio manuals and brochures alanjesperson.
Philco model 077 signal generator which has a fundamental frequency range from 115 to 36,000 k. Two of the new 6l6g beam tetrodes introduced in june of 1936 serve for audio output in. It has proved to be the most challenging radio repair job we have ever done. Ive got the philco cabinet tube type works perfectly mahogany cabinet phonograph also 1940s any takers price is negotional flag like. Huge manual 1941 philco home radio service manual cd. Philcos of the 30s were wonderful sets with nice cabinet work and unique circuits. The 38690 is the best sounding radio i have, but i guess that shouldnt be surprising. I may take the dial shaft mechanism apart, but think the shirting switch arrangement is a bad design, so may. The philco 58c from circa 193334 is a compact four tube superhet circuit radio often called the peewee or cigar box radio. Select picture or schematic to display from thumbnails on the right and click for download. Tv and television manuals and free pdf instructions. Philco 3815 a philco 3815, 5 tube am band chairside radio mfgd. Philco sold far more of this style than any other maker, a total of over two million in over twenty models, with. Within one year philco extensively modified a low production set.
I then applied 120 vac to the primary and measured the secondary voltages. Free philco cathedralgrandfather clock radio schematic. The schematic for the philco 90 can be found on nostalgia air. Philco of canada antique radio schematics for tube radios. Philco 38116 parts chassis 37116 38690 tubes shafts. Philco transistor radio model t65 service manual schematics parts list.
Philco radio schematics and factory service manuals. Wine cooler wine cooler users manual pw 38 d pw 59 d. Jan 26, 2014 my attempt to demonstrate the amazing audio reproduction quality that philco achieved with their top of the line radio. Model 3810f is a console with a vertical control panel. My zenith 12u159 is secondbest, and i think that the main difference is how the 38690 reproduces bass. Philco radio schematics schematics for antique and vintage tube radios are available in jpg format.
Co usa, build 19371938, 11 pictures, 4 schematics, 20 tubes, united states of america. The tuner chassis is clean, the tube shields have rust. It used discrete surface barrier transistors instead of vacuum tubes as the integrated circuit had not yet been invented. This philco we believe is a 1938 model 387 based on the riders manual. The sets inclined control panel and conecentric tuning dial were touted as offering the consumer new levels of comfort in. This one needs an electrical restoration, it lights and hums, but wont tune. Model 38 10f is a console with a vertical control panel. The philco restorer ca 1928 this site is dedicated to the restoration of philco radio chassis and cabinets from 1929 thru 1942. The views expressed herein regarding the former philco corporation are the opinions of the philco radio historical society. My attempt to demonstrate the amazing audio reproduction quality that philco achieved with their top of the line radio. The model 38690 was philcos largest and most expensive.
The philco model 384xx was introduced in the summer of 1937 as one of philcos no squat, no stoop, no squint style radios offered for the 1938 model year. Philco 38 15 a philco 38 15, 5 tube am band chairside radio mfgd. Model 3810xf is a console with a different cabinet design having a sloping control panel. Large collection of 1919 to 1953 philco radio service. How to adjust all philco radios, book 1 and book 2, and philco complete instructions on how to tune your philco radio, and factory philco wiring and parts manuals. In the philco model 38 10 series, there are four individual models with different cabinet styles. Aug, 2015 philco 387cs restoration p12o12 duration. The glass around the grid connection of the 6a7 tube had cracked, meaning that tube had to be replaced.
Service manuals, schematics, eproms for electrical technicians. So that your appliance serves you well, please read all the instructions in this users manual. Search rons site for 38 690 and you will come up with my posts that he answered, they will help a lot. Philco introduced the automatic tuning dial mechanism on their top of the line. Philco model 20 baby grand restoration gerry ohara the philco model 20 baby grand was the first of the philco cathedral table top sets, introduced in august, 1930. Editor the model 38 690 was philco s largest and most expensive model radio for 1938. Schematics schematics are available for most vintage radios, from admiral to zenith. For its 38 690xx philco simplified the tuned circuits in the antenna, rfamp and oscillator sections. The schematic at is annotated with parts values in addition to part numbers, and is indispensable. Mar 26, 2017 philco 1940s tube type am fm and phonograph in a mahogany cabinet works perfectly fine beautiful piece of history that actually works like new any offers said. Philco diagrams, schematics and service manuals download for free.
Editor the model 38690 was philcos largest and most expensive model radio for 1938. It may be designed that way, but it never hurts to check the circuitry and study the schematic. The model 38 690 with its sliding tambour down philco model 116 highfidelity console radio 1937 38 philco presents the radio of tomorrow today. Although i am known for collecting other brands, my philco 38690 is one of the best sounding radios i own. The society shall not be held liable for their accuracy, nor shall they be held responsible for any damages caused to others by the expression of these opinions. The 12u159 has good bass as good or better than any of the other radios i have, but the philco has a separate bass amplifier that actually boosts the. The philco model 38610 is a large upright tombstone style radio made in 1938. I said what the heck i dont have one, so i brought it home. Any part numbers will refer to numbers on that schematic. This is a large tabletop set, measuring 16 inches high, 11. The philco model 116xx console radio was one of eight no squat, no stoop, no squint sets philco introduced with their philco week of june of 1937 for the 1938 model year. About the 38 116 the 38 116 is one of philco s no squat, no stoop, no squint line of radios, with around 25,600 manufactured the whole idea behind that slogan was the slanted or inclined control panel and dial.
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