Intro - AW15 ?'s Static or Sensitivity control & Wave Change Switch Lever - EH Scott Radio Enthusiasts2024-03-29T10:25:36Zhttps://ehscott.ning.com/forum/topics/intro-aw15-s-static-or-sensitivity-control-wave-change-switch?commentId=3925821%3AComment%3A61312&x=1&feed=yes&xn_auth=noMatt,
I think we have discus…tag:ehscott.ning.com,2017-09-30:3925821:Comment:613122017-09-30T13:02:07.400ZJon Ketronhttps://ehscott.ning.com/profile/JonKetron
<p>Matt,</p>
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<p>I think we have discussed your AW15 Waverly cabinet over on the Antique Radio Forum recently. If this is the same Matt, you did a great job on replacing that grille cloth. Great to hear you found all electrical components. I recently performed an electrical restoration on a early version AW15 with a labeled "Static" control. If you need any reference photo's or would like to read through several issues I tackled, check out my profile, pictures, and topic regarding…</p>
<p>Matt,</p>
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<p>I think we have discussed your AW15 Waverly cabinet over on the Antique Radio Forum recently. If this is the same Matt, you did a great job on replacing that grille cloth. Great to hear you found all electrical components. I recently performed an electrical restoration on a early version AW15 with a labeled "Static" control. If you need any reference photo's or would like to read through several issues I tackled, check out my profile, pictures, and topic regarding this previous restoration. The next AW15 restoration I will be posting has a 5 step sensitivity control. This AW15 is an early version with factory upgrades. The AW15 went through many electrical changes during production. Great find! Now you have a complete AW15 unit.</p>
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<p>ketron281989</p> Mike & Kent, Thank you v…tag:ehscott.ning.com,2017-09-27:3925821:Comment:615042017-09-27T13:00:37.240ZMatt Endicotthttps://ehscott.ning.com/profile/MattEndicott
<p>Mike & Kent, Thank you very much. I sent a pm Kent. Great pictures Mike and great work on plating the escutcheons.</p>
<p>Mike & Kent, Thank you very much. I sent a pm Kent. Great pictures Mike and great work on plating the escutcheons.</p> I still have a small number o…tag:ehscott.ning.com,2017-09-27:3925821:Comment:614142017-09-27T12:13:51.417ZKent Kinghttps://ehscott.ning.com/profile/KentKing
<p>I still have a small number of the original (1990s) metal repro knobs available. They are $20 plus $5 postage each, combine orders and save on postage. All proceeds help defray the costs of operating this site.</p>
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<p>I still have a small number of the original (1990s) metal repro knobs available. They are $20 plus $5 postage each, combine orders and save on postage. All proceeds help defray the costs of operating this site.</p>
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<p>Kent</p> Matt, please note that the ke…tag:ehscott.ning.com,2017-09-27:3925821:Comment:615032017-09-27T09:44:42.227Zmike hadleyhttps://ehscott.ning.com/profile/mikehadley
<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2771123187?profile=original" target="_self"><img class="align-full" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2771123187?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" width="721"></img></a> <a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2771123373?profile=original" target="_self"><img class="align-full" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2771123373?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" width="721"></img></a> <a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2771123811?profile=original" target="_self"><img class="align-full" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2771123811?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" width="721"></img></a> <a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2771123791?profile=original" target="_self"><img class="align-full" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2771123791?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" width="721"></img></a></p>
<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2771123187?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="721" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2771123187?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" class="align-full" width="721"/></a><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2771123373?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="721" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2771123373?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" class="align-full" width="721"/></a><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2771123811?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="721" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2771123811?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" class="align-full" width="721"/></a><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2771123791?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="721" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2771123791?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" class="align-full" width="721"/></a><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2771124282?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="721" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2771124282?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" class="align-full" width="721"/></a><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2771124520?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="721" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/2771124520?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" class="align-full" width="721"/></a>Matt, please note that the keyway inside the switch is offset, the exact length of the switch is 1.813 inches nose to tail, the skirt is 0.725 inches in diameter, the body is 0.5 inches in diameter and the overall height is 0.617 inches,</p>
<p>sorry about the last grainy image, the sun is not at this side of the house yet and the room is a little dark.</p>
<p>Hope this helps.</p>
<p>Mike</p> Matt,
I'm on vacation for the…tag:ehscott.ning.com,2017-09-27:3925821:Comment:614122017-09-27T08:53:04.427Zmike hadleyhttps://ehscott.ning.com/profile/mikehadley
<p>Matt,</p>
<p>I'm on vacation for the next 6 days, when I return I will attempt to reproduce the bandswitch knob, I have a need for the very same knob for an antenna tuner I'm making to go with my AW-15,</p>
<p>hence all of the plating process to make the bezels,</p>
<p>I have a small amount of casting knowledge and my intention is to cast them from zinc.</p>
<p>Mike</p>
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<p>Matt,</p>
<p>I'm on vacation for the next 6 days, when I return I will attempt to reproduce the bandswitch knob, I have a need for the very same knob for an antenna tuner I'm making to go with my AW-15,</p>
<p>hence all of the plating process to make the bezels,</p>
<p>I have a small amount of casting knowledge and my intention is to cast them from zinc.</p>
<p>Mike</p>
<p></p> Thanks David. If someone cou…tag:ehscott.ning.com,2017-09-27:3925821:Comment:613102017-09-27T05:37:26.063ZMatt Endicotthttps://ehscott.ning.com/profile/MattEndicott
<p>Thanks David. If someone could post two closeup pictures with views from the front and the side with the set screw that would be helpful. I should be able to interpolate the dimensions based on the 1/4" shaft. Knowing the overall length would still be helpful. Then I can try my hand at machining a new one from brass with my miniature mill. If I wanted more than one then definitely casting is the way to go. The cabinet cleanup and new grill cloth install came out nice. The picture I…</p>
<p>Thanks David. If someone could post two closeup pictures with views from the front and the side with the set screw that would be helpful. I should be able to interpolate the dimensions based on the 1/4" shaft. Knowing the overall length would still be helpful. Then I can try my hand at machining a new one from brass with my miniature mill. If I wanted more than one then definitely casting is the way to go. The cabinet cleanup and new grill cloth install came out nice. The picture I posted at the antiqueradio forum was taken in bright sunlight which highlighted all the flaws, but inside it looks great. Everytime I walk by it I'm encouraged to hurry up with some other projects so I can get it running. So from that perspective alone it was a good purchase.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.indoorphin.com/radio/waverly_grill_cloth/" target="_blank">Waverly Grill Cloth install</a></p> Yes, same cast metal band swi…tag:ehscott.ning.com,2017-09-27:3925821:Comment:616102017-09-27T02:51:08.029ZDavid C. Polandhttps://ehscott.ning.com/profile/DavidCPoland
<p>Yes, same cast metal band switch pointer knob for the 12 tube Deluxe, Fifteen and AW-23 models.</p>
<p>What eventually happens for some is the casting weakens and the larger portion breaks off. </p>
<p>The whole coil changing system gets harder to turn sometimes and the added resistance further stresses the cast metal pointer further. There were some reproductions made some years ago. Most of my sets have the original cast metal knob in good condition. One has a reproduction.</p>
<p>They all…</p>
<p>Yes, same cast metal band switch pointer knob for the 12 tube Deluxe, Fifteen and AW-23 models.</p>
<p>What eventually happens for some is the casting weakens and the larger portion breaks off. </p>
<p>The whole coil changing system gets harder to turn sometimes and the added resistance further stresses the cast metal pointer further. There were some reproductions made some years ago. Most of my sets have the original cast metal knob in good condition. One has a reproduction.</p>
<p>They all have a small skirt, but I have seen a couple where the skirt is crumbling. Depends what went into the pot metal. I understand some have used a couple coats of super glue to penetrate the developing cracks to attempt stabilize pot metal - but can't vouch for success.</p>
<p>Recommend grasping the central portion of the knob to minimize pressure on the larger portion of the casting.</p> Thank you David. That's very…tag:ehscott.ning.com,2017-09-25:3925821:Comment:615002017-09-25T20:37:40.593ZMatt Endicotthttps://ehscott.ning.com/profile/MattEndicott
<p>Thank you David. That's very helpful. Are all the band switch levers the same from AW12 dlx thru AW23? Hobbs illustrates a patent on page 155 that shows a nice side view of the switch lever. Is that accurate of the actual production? Some I've seen appear to have a skirt at the base.</p>
<p>Thank you David. That's very helpful. Are all the band switch levers the same from AW12 dlx thru AW23? Hobbs illustrates a patent on page 155 that shows a nice side view of the switch lever. Is that accurate of the actual production? Some I've seen appear to have a skirt at the base.</p> My early Wunderlick tube AW-1…tag:ehscott.ning.com,2017-09-25:3925821:Comment:616052017-09-25T20:23:12.857ZDavid C. Polandhttps://ehscott.ning.com/profile/DavidCPoland
<p>My early Wunderlick tube AW-15 (LEDO cabinet) has a 5 position control with SENSITIVITY control escutcheon.</p>
<p>- The up/down toggle control on the receiver back in the middle near the set cable is an antenna switch. Selects the long wire antenna (black post) or a special short wave antenna (the pair of red antenna posts). For a long wire antenna, switch is UP. Lacking the special short wave antenna, leave that switch UP.</p>
<p>- The 2nd toggle switch on the back near the corner is…</p>
<p>My early Wunderlick tube AW-15 (LEDO cabinet) has a 5 position control with SENSITIVITY control escutcheon.</p>
<p>- The up/down toggle control on the receiver back in the middle near the set cable is an antenna switch. Selects the long wire antenna (black post) or a special short wave antenna (the pair of red antenna posts). For a long wire antenna, switch is UP. Lacking the special short wave antenna, leave that switch UP.</p>
<p>- The 2nd toggle switch on the back near the corner is a STATIC SWITCH according to my early AW-15 manual. UP is the norman position. With a distant station, the DOWN position may help reduce static - it cuts the high audio frequencies (so it is a tone control). Later models have either pot or a stepped tone control located there with a matching wood knob.</p>
<p>- The recessed screw slot control on the back is there to allow the owner to adjust the BFO tone heard when pressing the BFO button (below the band selector) knob. When using the BFO button, the tone descends as you home in on the carrier wave to exactly tune the station. The rear control allows you to determine how low that tone is when the station is correctly tuned.</p>
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<p></p> I have the ships wheel knobs…tag:ehscott.ning.com,2017-09-23:3925821:Comment:614012017-09-23T18:26:57.792ZY2K Brucehttps://ehscott.ning.com/profile/Bruce
<p>I have the ships wheel knobs and my serial number is E-282</p>
<p>I have the ships wheel knobs and my serial number is E-282</p>