09-08-2014, 06:43 PM
Looks like a typical 5 tube TRF, possibly a home brew as Terry mentioned. Check the audios and RF like suggested. It probably uses 01A tubes, so at least check the filaments for continuity if you don't have a tube tester.
These are pretty simple sets and most are pretty standard, but watch this video to get a better understanding of these sets:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oHMbrXRi3Uw
I will say the most rewarding experience I've had as a collector was years ago when I restored an old set like this and picked up some stations through the little horn speaker I had hooked up.
You might have to sketch out a schematic by following the wiring and components. If you look through Riders vol 1 you'll find a lot of similar schematics. That set looks a bit beat so it might not be the best three dial five tube battery set to cut your teeth on.
These are pretty simple sets and most are pretty standard, but watch this video to get a better understanding of these sets:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oHMbrXRi3Uw
I will say the most rewarding experience I've had as a collector was years ago when I restored an old set like this and picked up some stations through the little horn speaker I had hooked up.
You might have to sketch out a schematic by following the wiring and components. If you look through Riders vol 1 you'll find a lot of similar schematics. That set looks a bit beat so it might not be the best three dial five tube battery set to cut your teeth on.
John KK4ZLF
Lexington, KY
"illegitimis non carborundum"
