"That isn't in a Scott - but I can tell you what it is...it is a small button battery to provide a bit of bias voltage for a tube. Depending on the set, it may be between 1.5 and 6 volts, but if you put something in around 3v, it should work…"
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Special Research Request
Started Nov 10 0 Replies 0 Likes
This request is hopelessly specific, but if you are one of the people I am seeking, please reach out!There are six recorded AW15 serial numbers with the prefix Z. For a couple reasons, this is…Continue
Missing Cabinets
Started this discussion. Last reply by David C. Poland Aug 20. 2 Replies 0 Likes
In our Scott Info Archive (link above), there is a folder for Cabinets. These are all images of cabinets presently in collections. I have added a new folder in the Cabinets area - Missing Cabinets.…Continue
Cabinet Project
Started this discussion. Last reply by David C. Poland Feb 22. 5 Replies 2 Likes
Does ANYONE have an example of the cabinets in this folder?…Continue
Allwave 15 variations
Started Feb 15 0 Replies 1 Like
OK, research project for everyone!I am building a master index of Scott schematics. The Allwave 15 is problematic, and there are many versions of the set. I presently have 6 tuner schematics and 3…Continue
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"Mike -
Many thanks for those numbers, they are all new additions, bringing my total to 2214. The AW12 dates from May or June of 1933, the AW15 is probably Sep 1934. Dates are good estimates based on other serial numbers with known dates. The Allwave…"
"Kent,
I am new here and would like to share a few Scott serial numbers with you to add to the database.
AW12 - S/N M124 (chassis only)
AW15 - S/N K257 (Tasman cabinet)
RB0-2 S/N 7564
My father owned a Radio/TV Repair shop in a…"
"I agree with your technician, you can't extrapolate from the DC Resistance values. Those secondary windings...even the direction they are wound may be relevant. I looked at my transformer catalogs of the period - I don't see anything that…"
"15-17%20Technical%20Data%20%26%20Schematic.pdf
This is the best copy I have available in my archives.
Kent"
"Welcome to my world! I have top look at every piece of Scott paper I acquire, there are differences in many of them, I have several manuals for different sets. I try to place the most complete manuals I have in the archive.
Also, is the serial…"
"Those smaller units are just caps, and generally should be replaced. If you rebuild the metal casing, you can easily put modern 600v caps inside. I don't always go to that much trouble though.
Kent "
"They wattage can be calculated via Ohm's law and the power formula. However, to shortcut those calculations, if you make each a 5W unit, you should be ok. Making the big one (3825) a 10W unit would be prudent. I never noticed the schematic…"
"I agree with George - do the solder joints appear original? Is the component a period unit? If it was replaced, I would not trust it being factory spec.
As to the chicken and egg: The Super XII comes first, produced in 1938 and up through July…"
"Stuart - I just approved Bill's membership here on the forum. Weak output on the AW12D is also caused by a failed choke in the audio stages. There is a modern Hammond equivalent for that, I'll have to dig up the number. They sound pretty…"
"Glad you found a buyer. I think you are right, that's a decent price given the current market.
Kent"
"no worries! I have a process for an AW23 chassis - they take me between 15 and 20 hours depending on how much chrome cleaning is required. There is a checklist for the AW23 in one of the threads here.
Kent"
Special Research Request
This request is hopelessly specific, but if you are one of the people I am seeking, please reach out!There are six recorded AW15 serial numbers with the prefix Z. For a couple reasons, this is interesting. I'd like to know more about the existing sets. If you own an AW15 with a "Z" prefix code, please email me at kent3256@hotmail.com. Thanks!See More
"I have highlighted the grid leads for the Masterpiece. The two coming from the tuner case go to the 6U7 RF amp and 6L7 converter respectively. On the left (as you face the set), the first tube at front (6K7) will have a lead coming up through the…"
"I have also added a list of radio and related museums to visit in the Scott Info Archive top folder. Well worth a look!"
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FM Tuners
Posted 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 parts and parts chassis at Kutztown
Posted on August 31, 2025 at 3:20pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
OK everyone:
I am taking these boxes of shields and covers to Kutztown. They are not great examples, but many are pretty decent and might be upgrades for your sets. These parts will also be very reasonable.
Also, in the second pic are parts chassis - I will bring these to Kutztown for $10 ea, PM me with your wants. Ask about other…
ContinueScott Buildings in Chicago
Posted on August 1, 2025 at 12:35pm 1 Comment 3 Likes
I am in Chicago this weekend for the ARCI meet and presenting on Scott. Whenever I am in Chicago, I try to visit the old building at 4450 N Ravenswood Ave. On this trip, I also wanted to find the 3 sites used during (and after) WW2. 4525 N Ravenswood became the "civilian" offices for Scott during the war, and this small building still stands. 4541 is a larger building, known as "Factory #2" during the war. After the war and Scott's departure, 4541 became the main building until they moved to…
ContinueLinden cabinet available
Posted on April 23, 2025 at 9:55am 0 Comments 0 Likes
All -
I have a Linden cabinet available. I can deliver this to Kutztown next month. The price is <right>...it needs some work but is complete and restorable.
Contact me if interested - again, the price is great on this...
Kent…
Comment Wall (21 comments)
- At 10:58am on October 30, 2023,
Thomas Day said…
Hi Kent:
I can send the money for the power supply Wednesday. Let me know how and where to send it. iI have used paypal in the past.
Thanks Thom. 6448 S Fairfield Ave. Chicago, Il 60629. 7737324913
- At 11:08am on April 27, 2022,
Bill Whelan said…
Hi Mr. King- I trust you have seen many of the customer cabinets that EH Scott customers commissioned in the 1930. I a trying to identify if this cabinet originally has EH Scott electronics installed in it. If not, any ideas?
Thanks you, Bill Whelan
- At 6:28pm on July 16, 2021,
norman david warren said…
got the trimmer ok Thanks Norman W.
- At 12:52am on July 29, 2018,
Ralph Kearton said…
Hi Kent
I'm Keen to get a copy or the collectors guide
However I would need it shipped to NZ
The eBay listing doesn't ship herec
Got any ideas as to. How I can get one
I've just signed up to pay pal if that helps
Cheers Ralph kearton
- At 5:57pm on January 28, 2017,
Kent King said…
that image is great! I will add it to the archive. Thank you!
- At 2:50pm on January 28, 2017,
Joseph W Strickland said…
Kent;
I hope this attachment works. I finished the composite figures 26 and 30 for the Late version 800B. I found this helpful in tracing out the electric tuning arrangement of the 800B receivers.
Joe
If this turns out to not be satisfactory resolution and detail, let me know and I will try sending the *.pdf file which is 5.3MB.
Joe
- At 1:58pm on January 14, 2017,
Kent;
I took a closer look at the Late 800B parts radio tuner chassis that I have. It is SN 6182 and I found its final test stamp inside the preset tuning assembly backplate and the date is Jan 15, 1947. So that one can be added to your database.
I took the time to take a good photo of the Late version 800B AM SW RF compartment underneath. This unit has never had any parts replaced in that area, so this part of it is unmolested. I had just noticed that the Early version SN 1035 that I have had already been worked on and there were some changes to bypass capacitor placement that I do not agree with. My intent is to put it back as close to original lead dress and parts placement as possible. Sometimes changes in part placement and lead dress can cause significant problems to develop and result in inability to properly align RF circuits.
Joe
- At 7:34am on November 23, 2016,
Thanks you! I have added your cleaned up diagrams to the Scott Info Archive 800B folder. Your work is greatly appreciated!
Kent
- At 4:50pm on November 21, 2016,
Kent;
Yes I am willing to contribute these for fellow members and others use. I enjoy doing this type of work. I was originally in product documentation at Collins Radio which included doing schematics.
Joe
- At 8:00am on November 21, 2016,
Joe -
That's great...when you get them done, I will post them in the archive if you are willing. All such work helps everyone here. That is what this forum is all about!
Kent
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