"Band switch should not be stiff. pretty simple if all the parts are there. Lubrication issue? "
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"As I am going through the controls on the front of the receiver chassis, I notice my wave range switch (band selector) front bearing plate has been jacked with probably due to it's stiff nature. After a thorough cleaning, minor straightening of…"
"hi kent
i don't remember if I sent you this serial number so check you list.
It's from a Philly Beam of Lite 9 knob in an earlier Capehart 300 cabinet.
serial = BB-443"
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"Scott, your schematic is beautiful! Do you have the entire power supply/amplifier unit schematic available? Any parts list for same? Thank you."
"The later amps all had the 4 pin socket. You can tell the later amps by the 3 filter capacitors in a row, whereas the early amps had 4 that are in a diamond pattern. What Norman said, 2 of those pins are for the ON/OFF switch, and the other…"
"Thank you. "
"I note the 3 topside filter caps are replacements. They appear post war and maybe new enough to still be decent.
The originals were taller and different construction."
"Good that you do have the properly configured amp. Agree with Norman.
As per the amp diagram for the FM combination Philly - The wiring for the "Robot control" for your receiver: the 2 smaller socket holes #1 & #4…"
"Going from a foggy recollection you will just need to add the 24-volt control transformer inside the power amplifier and run the two 24-volt wires to the two unused lugs on the four pin socket. The primary of the control transformer connects…"
"David, I misunderstood the third socket/cable. I do have the configuration you are describing with two separate cables that run from the receiver and plug into the amp chassis via the plugs you are describing. My amp has the same holes as the one in…"
"To clarify the amp configuration - one amp 7 pin socket is for the speaker. 2nd socket is also 7 pin for the main receiver cable. (the pin diameters pin sizes vary to prevent a mix up.) And for a remote control model, a 3rd socket is 4 pin for…"
"David,
This could explain why nothing happened when I tried the remote. There was no light and no indication of
of any of its functions were working. I have no 24volt transformer mounted midship under the amplifier chassis and no third…"
"Bob - there is a chart of B and C divider information in Riders Volume 14, under Scott - page 14-55.
Also receiver resistance info starts page top of page 14-54. Note that your radio would probably be the "early" figures, in as a much as…"
"Bob - the 5U4 rectifiers suggest you may have a later substituted amp for your 7 knob early BOL Philly.Philharmonic.
The May 1939 diagram for the 9 knob Philly still shows the 5Z3 tube. The 5U4 is pretty much an octal based 5Z3 so is fine. The…"
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I have questions about my 7-knob BOL Philly with Robot Control
Started by Bob Snively. Last reply by David C. Poland 4 hours ago. 45 Replies 0 Likes
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
Scott serial numbers
Started by Kent King. Last reply by Y2K Bruce 10 hours ago. 535 Replies 7 Likes
As most of you know, I've been gathering and analyzing Scott serial numbers for over 20 years. I have a couple requests....first, if you haven't sent me your serial numbers, please do. Also...if any…Continue
Philharmonic 15" Pedestal Speaker Output Transformer
Started by Jeremy S. Last reply by Thomas Day Jan 23. 9 Replies 0 Likes
Hey everyone! Long time lurker, first time poster here. Currently restoring a Philharmonic with the 15 Magnavox pedestal speaker. Unfortunately, the output transformer in my speaker is shorted. I am…Continue
Serial# info
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Masterpiece # JJ345 ?
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Estate Sale
Posted by Kent King on January 2, 2026 at 1:09pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
I hate to start out the new year with this news, but one of our site members passed away a couple months ago and the family is looking to sell his collection. He has many radios other than Scott, but here is a list of the Scott sets available:
- Philharmonic in Chippendale
- Philharmonic in Warrington
- Allwave 23 in Tasman
- Allwave 23 in Warrington
- Allwave 15 in Oxford
- Allwave 15 in Napier
- Phantom Deluxe in…
McMurdo Silver 15-17
Posted by steve parr on December 13, 2025 at 6:49pm 4 Comments 0 Likes
Hi All, I'm wondering if there is a decent Schematic for a 15-17 floating around. I cant seem to find a hi-res one online where you could actually read the values. Also, with a recent purchase of this set, there was the original "Read before Unpacking - I Welcome you to Masterpiece Ownership" paperwork. It is 4 pages packed with basic setup and troubleshooting. If this is not already out there, I would certainly scan and post here if anyone is interested. Thanks
FM Tuners
Posted by Kent King on October 22, 2025 at 6:56am 2 Comments 1 Like
So I got lucky last week and saw an FM Tuner without a cabinet on ebay BuyItNow, and I snagged it. It arrived with some travel damage (poorly packed), and it was a bit rough to start (missing tube shields, marginal chrome)...but it is the lowest serial number to date (HH-309) and makes the 12th unit I have record for. I'd like to hear from anyone with an FM Tuner (if you are willing to share) - pics, serial numbers (in case you have one I don't know about) and how many in cabinets? I already…
ContinueScott 800B - Massachusetts
Posted by Jeff Buda on September 29, 2025 at 2:52pm 4 Comments 0 Likes
Hello All, I recently found a "mint" 800B...Yes, the word mint gets very overused, but I cant literally find a single pinpoint of corrosion on either chassis, nor a single flaw on the huge Chippendale cabinet...its just perfect. Anyone know of an "expert" to assist on the electrical restoration in the Massachusetts area? thank you!
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Welcome to The E.H. Scott Enthusiasts Site. If you are looking for manuals or service data on a Scott set, please click on the "Scott Info Archive" link above. If you have questions for forum members, a picture is worth 1000 words, please post a pic or two to help describe your question or problem. Finally, this forum works best when we all contribute. Answer questions, provide feedback, and if you have a document worth sharing, please scan it in as a PDF and forward it to me: Kent King,…
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SCOTT PARTS
If you are seeking any odd chassis parts, please email me with your needs (kent3256[at]hotmail.com). I have over 40 chassis representing all Scott models from 1932 to 1947, so if you need an odd item, I might have it. What I do NOT have are knobs, escutcheons, bottom plates, dial pointers and tuning meters from the 12-15-23 sets. Sadly, those are all in very short supply. I do occasionally get these very rare parts, so always ask - you never know what I might have available for your…
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The Collector's Guide is available...if you don't have a copy, it is a great reference to everything Scott. Proceeds benefit the maintenance of this site. Email me at kent3256@hotmail.com for more information! I also have reprints of the 1940 Scott catalog available at a reduced price. Contact me kent3256(at)hotmail.com for more info! …
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