Thursday, August 23, 2012

Checking out the Hallicrafters SX-96


The radio came with this manual, which is in good condition. It contains the usual stuff - features, specifications, alignment procedure, and a parts list.


This was an unusual find - usually these factory labels are discarded. There are access holes underneath that allow adjustment of various capacitors and coils for alignment. When evaluating any used item, the presence of factory seals is a good sign. There are no guarantees - buyer beware. I was encouraged to see this.



This label is inside the chassis. There are 12 tubes, all common and readily available. I like the 0D3 regulator tubes - they have a beautiful purple glow!

Next time - a look at part of the schematic, and the initial restoration plan.