"The scratch suppressor switch is like this photo, shown with handle extended.
it is a vintage lamp switch. (A power tool switch has a larger diameter shank.) Was a challenge to find when I sought one. Meanwhile a long shank toggle switch from…"
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I have questions about my 7-knob BOL Philly with Robot Control
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I am starting this discussion because I have questions about my Philharmonic as I embark on a quest to restore it to optimum performance.I have included pics of the dial and knobs. Other than what I…Continue
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I have questions about my 7-knob BOL Philly with Robot Control
I am starting this discussion because I have questions about my Philharmonic as I embark on a quest to restore it to optimum performance.I have included pics of the dial and knobs. Other than what I have found on this forum, is there any documented restoration of the robot control? Wiring diagrams or schematics?Does anyone have any pictures of their push/pull scratch suppressor switch and it's related shaft/knob? Mine has a rotary on/off switch and the knob configuration makes it rather awkward…See More
"Thank you, David. I will do that so others may see this. It's just a neat radio that I have wanted for many years and am now enjoying the beginning of my restoration. It appears as though the power supply was updated with capacitor replacement…"
"Thank you for this information. If I understand your information, this is most likely a very early BOL and the remote is a bonus. Since it's not considered a different "version", it's most likely not of any greater value than any…"
" Thank you, Dave, for all of your insight. It all makes sense to me. Just figuring out the functions of the controls on the second closely monitored power up, I assumed this was maybe the case. Someone has replaced the push/pull scratch…"
"I purchased a chassis stand from Steve Strong for my 1941 Philharmonic. It was great to be able to rotate it smoothly and angle it to get to the bottom.
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"Scott, my Philly is a bit odd in the knob count. It appears it was a 7-knob set but has an additional knob directly below the tuning knob, making it an 8-knob set. I'm not sure what it's purpose is but I am certain I will understand more…"
"Hello Kent. The serial number is LL-174 on my BOL Dial Philly with remote control. Any info you can provide is appreciated."
"Has anyone here devised a chassis jig or similar devise to hold and/or rotate a Philharmonic chassis?"
"Bob, I expect your Philly with remote control would indeed have the motorized volume control. and that the location of the bass and volume control are swapped to accommodate the motor and gears for the volume control.
What cabinet do you…"
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Getting started on my Philharmonic
Is Kent King still keeping track of serial numbers? He may have mine since I obtained it from fellow collector Alex Whitaker. Where could I find the best service info for my Philharmonic BOL non-logging scale dial ? It has a remote with motorized tuning and what I believe may be motorized volume? Anyhow, thanks for letting me join a few years ago and am looking forward to getting reacquainted with the hobby since I have been adjusting to retirement.
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- At 10:28am on January 25, 2026,
David C. Poland said…
Bob, I expect your Philly with remote control would indeed have the motorized volume control. and that the location of the bass and volume control are swapped to accommodate the motor and gears for the volume control.
What cabinet do you have?
The Archive Info (top of page) would take you to the set folders where you will find Philharmonic folder. In addition to owners manual, there is a separate item for ROBOT control with specifics for your remote control option radio.
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- At 8:37pm on November 2, 2022,
Hey Bob, Welcome.
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