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by tjurek51
Tue Jan 05, 2016 3:19 pm
Forum: Vintage radios
Topic: 1966 Magnavox Astro-Sonic Radio
Replies: 14
Views: 4709

Re: 1966 Magnavox Astro-Sonic Radio

sorry, i don't actually "see the signals" (bad use of words here). i can trace the circuit and see where it goes. what i can't seem to determine is why only those functions do not work. the only thing i see in common is they are on the same part of antenna board. i just don't know where to...
by tjurek51
Mon Jan 04, 2016 6:24 pm
Forum: Vintage radios
Topic: 1966 Magnavox Astro-Sonic Radio
Replies: 14
Views: 4709

Re: 1966 Magnavox Astro-Sonic Radio

hello, it's been awhile since i've posted. still working this refurbish. replaced the function switch but still having problems with FM Mono, FM AFC and AM working. i've tested the voltage on the paths as documented in the schematic and it appears i'm getting power thru the switch to the FM Mono and...
by tjurek51
Sun Jan 03, 2016 4:11 pm
Forum: Vintage radios
Topic: 1966 Magnavox Astro-Sonic Radio
Replies: 14
Views: 4709

Re: 1966 Magnavox Astro-Sonic Radio

hello all. i was able to find an old chassis online and have salvaged some parts. i now seem to be able to receive all bands and the stereo indicator light now works! however, still having the issue with sound only coming from the FM Stereo, Aux and phono. any thoughts on why AM, FM AFC, FM standard...
by tjurek51
Tue Jan 27, 2015 1:39 am
Forum: Wanted
Topic: WANTED: Parts for a 1966 Magnavox AstroSonic Receiver/Amplifier - Chassis R210401-AA.
Replies: 0
Views: 814

WANTED: Parts for a 1966 Magnavox AstroSonic Receiver/Amplifier - Chassis R210401-AA.

Looking specifically for a multiplex switch and transformer.
by tjurek51
Wed Dec 24, 2014 7:45 pm
Forum: Vintage radios
Topic: 1966 Magnavox Astro-Sonic Radio
Replies: 14
Views: 4709

Re: 1966 Magnavox Astro-Sonic Radio

Sorry. Chassis is R210401-AA
by tjurek51
Wed Dec 24, 2014 1:30 pm
Forum: Vintage radios
Topic: 1966 Magnavox Astro-Sonic Radio
Replies: 14
Views: 4709

Re: 1966 Magnavox Astro-Sonic Radio

Thanks MattTech, this is very helpful. i've verified the bulb is correct, but upon further inspection, i noticed the print board where the wiring for the indicator light is connected is damaged. do you know where i can find a replacement board? for the other issues, i inspected the multiplex switch ...
by tjurek51
Tue Dec 23, 2014 6:38 pm
Forum: Vintage radios
Topic: 1966 Magnavox Astro-Sonic Radio
Replies: 14
Views: 4709

Re: 1966 Magnavox Astro-Sonic Radio

Thanks for the reply Ron. yes, it has a socket and it appears in good shape. i've replaced the original bulb with the same bulb (mfr, model, size, etc.) so assumed it would work. going to check the actually socket itself, but i did re-solder the wiring. all the other bulbs are working, so it appears...
by tjurek51
Tue Dec 23, 2014 6:03 am
Forum: Vintage radios
Topic: 1966 Magnavox Astro-Sonic Radio
Replies: 14
Views: 4709

1966 Magnavox Astro-Sonic Radio

hello. i'm in the process of refurbishing a 1966 Astro-Sonic. I've recapped the chassis and it appears to receive all bands. however, when i choose the FM Stereo, the indicator light does not work. i've traced the wiring back as best i can, and re-soldered the connections, but it still does not work...
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