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KI4ZNV
Bad IF cans
So, longtime readers of my repeated plaintive messages here will recall that I have a barn find No. 19 set. I now have built an AC supply for it, replaced all paper capacitors, replaced the audio output transformer on the A set (which had an open primary), filled it...
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Last Post: Sep 12, 2016 9:37am
by KI4ZNV
New Model 19 Radio for sale - complete
I bought a electronics business, and there were (2) crates with the original military lettering, and inside was a complete set, with most items sealed. I would like to sell, I live in the Los Angeles area
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Last Post: Aug 20, 2016 2:46am
by David Guy
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k1pas
MK2 PSU wireup
Hello All i have a problem and need to tap your intelligence > I want to redo my 6 point connector for the MK2 PSU for my WS19 MK2 >I want to verify that the pins 3 and 4 is 12 volt dc pos and that pins 1 and 6 is neg accordingly > don't see how or why to use 2 (...
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Last Post: Aug 20, 2016 12:17am
by k1pas
19 set s/n 93809 mk 3 power output query .
Recently picked up a refurbished 19 set New 9/59 , with the B Set removed . The output on R/T is very high , about 15 watts , it looks completely untouched , as is the psu . All my other sets have only ever put out 2-3 watts in R/T . Anyone ever experienced this ?
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Last Post: May 12, 2016 7:27am
by VE3LYX
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VE3LYX
NO 19 WS wins 2016 AWA AM QSO Party
Was just informed today I won the AWA AM QSO Party event using my No 19 WS. It is stock except for a minor mode freeing up the drive limiting circuit and a proper parasitic suppressor in place of the old resistor in the plate lead. I am very happy to have had...
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Last Post: May 10, 2016 7:34pm
by VE3LYX
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VE3LYX
No 1 psu for No 19
Hope someone answers. I just got an original PSU , No 1 for No 19 MkII which is what my set is. It is the Dynamotor one and has English and Russian lettering. Is this a 24 volt or 2 volt unit? donVe3LYX
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Last Post: Jan 13, 2016 10:33am
by VE3LYX
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brian
wiring
I just purchased a 19 and am trying to figure out how to hook up wiring to power it up. Is there any wiring diagram for power supply
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Last Post: Jun 17, 2015 11:50am
by VE3LYX
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VE3LYX
handcart. for No 19
I have two No 19 sets. One a MkII Canadian is serviceable in fact I use it almost everyday. I have been asked about taking it out and demoing it by friends in the Mil collector hobby. I haven't made a decision on that yet but one of the things I thought about was han...
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Last Post: Jun 12, 2015 11:02pm
by VE3LYX
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tuareg
INFO NEEDED CARRIER SET Nº25 AND MORE
Hello, i live in Spain, and i am restoring a ws19 mk2, years ago i had a mk3, but it was in very bad condition to be restored. i have same question about my set, if any body can help me, i will be very grateful My ws19 was made by zenith in year 1942, the power...
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Last Post: Dec 24, 2014 10:47am
by tuareg
RCAF amplifier ref no 10D/2521
I have a case and an almost completely stripped chassis for a Royal Canadian Air Force amplifier Ref No 10D/2521 made by Northern Electric in 1943, I would like any information on this as I have been unable to find out anything about it. Thank y...
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Last Post: Sep 27, 2014 12:20pm
by Michael Butt
new owner
Hello I just picked up a No 19 Mk III that has been apparently in a basement for the last 30+ yrs. Based on the amount of dust and cobwebs I believe that claim. I was told that the owner passed away a long time ago so I was unable to get additional details or find...
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Last Post: Aug 10, 2014 8:28pm
by Mark Cooper
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Last Post: Jul 16, 2014 2:18pm
by hesfotyn
Signal Bandwidth
I just got hold of a WS 19 MK II. I believe it was never used because there are no marks anywhere from mounting hardware and the wire harness ring teminals have no marks where they would have been connected to terminal studs. My question is what is the transmitted ba...
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Last Post: Jun 23, 2014 5:57am
by Geoff, AJ8L
Identification of a Mk III Canadian Set
Hello, my name is Han from Germany and in first instance I am a Willys MB Jeep owner. Since I made it a british jeep, I also wanted to install a Wireless 19 set. I just bought a 19 set with a quite comprehensive set of equipment. The serial numbers are as f...
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Last Post: Jun 13, 2014 8:21am
by Han Slotboom
19 set mk 1 power supply
My 19 set power supply has just broken down , I think its quite bad . The dynamotor was running fine , it suddenly slowed down , started to absorb loads of current and get hot . Checked all components , they seem fine . I guess it could be the motor coils . Anyone ha...
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Last Post: Apr 25, 2014 6:12am
by G4HVK
ws19 intercom
Ive a 19 set that id like to get intercom working. Though I dont have the junction boxes. My head sets are 150ohm and mic is balanced armurture style. If I read the drawings correct I beed pin 3 and earth (1).? Also what is the purpose of the tx in mic circuit...
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Last Post: Apr 2, 2014 12:41am
by drew swan
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VE2AIU
Cap Trimmer C10B
My name is Alex VE2AIU from Montreal , I own a WS19Mk3 and Its operational but I need to replace the trimmer cap 3-40pf at pos C10 B because the adj screw is very loose. I have a replacement. I would like to know if anybody ever did a repair like that?? And is it d...
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Last Post: Mar 6, 2014 7:26am
by VE2AIU
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VE2AIU
3-40Pf trimmer cap
Hello to All I'm in the search of a 3-40Pf @ 500V ceramic trimmer cap to replace the broken one at pos C 10B, an original part would be nice but a substitute is ok as well. Thank you VE2AIU
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Last Post: Feb 9, 2014 4:13pm
by VE2AIU
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VE2AIU
No TX when in vibrator mode using the CW key
Hello All I'm in a rather strange situation here with my 1944 WS19Mk3 By Northen Electric. When Im in receive operation psu on vibrator rx is fine but when I plug the CW key in the dynamotor starts and the meter show HT2 but when I try to TX it does not. The HT1 dr...
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Last Post: Jan 12, 2014 5:38pm
by VE2AIU
parts
I have a case of spare valves other parts kit and a manual for the #19 set plus some sig corps badges any one in Toronto area interested.
Views: 451   Replies: 2
Last Post: Nov 29, 2013 6:58pm
by Patrick J
bren gun carrier installation.
Hi, I have a Mk2 American built set and a variometer, I am looking for a power supply which I think I can pick up ok here in the uk, what I really need is the correct 4B dig bone and a pictorial drawing of the installation, I am also puzzling over the correct base pl...
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Last Post: Nov 23, 2013 4:01pm
by kevin powles
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IZ4XUX
short circuit between HT2 and HT1
hi! WS19mk2 A sender and receiver power on B power off IC power off CW mode when i'm on 4-8Mc freq and i close the CW(taste) circuit the HT2 go down to 400V the HT1 go down to approx 270v(low decrease) the LT is ok in this situation i doesn't have DRIVE curr...
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Last Post: Nov 19, 2013 4:36pm
by IZ4XUX
correct dogbone cable for WS19 Mk II?
All, I'm the new proud owner of a WS19 MkII and a bunch of accessories and I'm trying to get it up and running so we can show and even possibly use as part of a display of WWII radios and talk-in station at a local warbirds air show next month here in North Caroli...
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Last Post: Apr 16, 2013 5:05pm
by KI4ZNV
Maintenence query
I recently acquired a WS #19 MKII in fair condition, but not operable. Both of the dynamotor supplies are inop and appear have the 12v side shorted out (measured while isolated). In trying to bring up the receiver to get an idea of what's what, and with the applica...
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Last Post: Apr 13, 2013 9:38am
by Jeep Platt K3HVG
19-Set Power Cables
Does anyone know how many types of power (battery) cables were developed for the 19-Set? I have seen Wire loom covered, black rubber covered (both single and dual line versions) and a strange yellow cloth type of loom. Since these items are not dated, it is hard...
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Last Post: Jan 20, 2013 2:12pm
by Chris Suslowicz ...
identification of this set
I bought a modified 19 set back in 1972 from a local electronics 'junk shop' (when I was 14) and living in Greater Manchester, UK. I've not used it on the air although it works on RX and TX. It has been modified (i.e. an internal UK mains power supply has been fitted...
Views: 419   Replies: 1
Last Post: Jan 20, 2013 1:54pm
by Chris Suslowicz ...
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ki4znv
Looking for No. 19 set in Maryland/Virginia/Carolina
I have a No. 19 set which has been butchered in some very odd ways, and I'd really like to see a properly working radio. The two capacitors directly below the 807 have been removed and a number of wires chopped up, and in spite of the schematic I have been unable to...
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Last Post: Jun 21, 2012 11:23am
by ki4znv
This Forum replaces the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) area
The Discussion Forum (which you are now reading) takes the place of the FAQ pages which have been discontinued. Questions should no longer be posted to the FAQ area. However, to read existing FAQ questions and answers, please see http://pub9.bravenet.com/faq/show....
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Last Post: Jun 27, 2011 10:20am
by Bob VE3BDB
19-Set Horizontal Aerials
Does anyone have a detailed photo of an original Horizontal Aerial Assy on it's wooden reel? The only photo I have found is in the Mk III Canadian Operators manual and it is too small for much detail. It looks like both ends of the aerial might have the same 3-link...
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Last Post: Apr 10, 2011 1:13pm
by David Dunlop
Input power connections for 13 pin power input socket on type 19 Mk3
I am trying to connect a power unit with 6 pins to the 13 pin input socket on a 19 Mk3 set Does anyone know the pin allocations please.
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Last Post: Feb 2, 2011 10:25am
by Ansteymike
Wireless Set No.27 Canadian
Is anyone out there familiar with this handie talkie set built by Rodgers Majestic?
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Last Post: Sep 5, 2010 10:33pm
by David Dunlop
infomation
Hi evryone, i have a very tatty wirless set No19 MKIII,trying to find out a little bit more about it, going to try and restore it, here is what is on the plate. Wirless set No19 MKIII Z.A.10479 AG REF No. 92080 Serial No. 80967 thank you for any help on iden...
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Last Post: Aug 5, 2010 10:26am
by Bob VE3BDB
Audio bandwidth 19 set microphone
Just a query about the correct audio bandwidth of the 19 set. I have been using a fully restored Mark 111 through a Mk 2 amplifier a lot recently and speaking to a lot of amateurs using 'modern' a.m. rigs. The combination puts out a healthy 12 watts of carrier and is...
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Last Post: Aug 5, 2010 10:22am
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Last Post: Dec 28, 2009 12:17pm
by Bob VE3BDB
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