X718 Farm Radio Console

Admiral (brand) Continental Radio & Television Co.; Chicago, IL

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  • Year
  • 1935/1936
  • Category
  • Broadcast Receiver - or past WW2 Tuner
  • Radiomuseum.org ID
  • 133794
    • alternative name: Continental Radio & TV

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 Technical Specifications

  • Number of Tubes
  • 6
  • Main principle
  • Superheterodyne (common)
  • Tuned circuits
  • 6 AM circuit(s)
  • Wave bands
  • Broadcast, Short Wave(s) and Police.
  • Power type and voltage
  • Storage Battery for all (e.g. for car radios and amateur radios) / 6 Volt
  • Loudspeaker
  • -Loudspeaker incorporated, but system not known. / Ø 8 inch = 20.3 cm
  • Material
  • Wooden case
  • from Radiomuseum.org
  • Model: X718 Farm Radio Console - Admiral brand Continental
  • Shape
  • Console with any shape - in general
  • Dimensions (WHD)
  • 21.5 x 36 x 11.5 inch / 546 x 914 x 292 mm
  • Notes
  • The Admiral Farm Radio model X641 table model uses the same chassis as the model X718 floor model. They have a tubular synchronous rectifier-vibrator unit for +B from "Utah". Reception is broadcast 175 to 565 m, short wave 52 to 174 and 17 to 51 m. New type dual illuminated rectangular, calibrated airplane dial. The cabinet is solidly built of genuine walnut with pleasing modern design. Center panel is of selected figured butt walnut with horizontal cross-grained walnut side panels and pilasters effectively ridged. Total drain is 1.25 amperes.
  • Price in first year of sale
  • 89.50 $

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