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Realistic model 12-1350B FM converter
#1

I'm hoping that this is the correct place to ask this question. Anyone here collect or use any of the vintage automotive FM converters? I'm looking for someone who would have this specific model, the Realistic model 12-1350B. The reason I'm asking is that I bought one last year, but the main antenna cable had been cut out. I was able to install another, but I still have a loose connection inside and I need to know where it goes. The converter works some what but I think it needs this connection fixed so it works right. If anyone has one could you please post photos of the insides?
#2

No has any information at all to chime in?
#3

You say it works some.  Does that mean it works intermittently or just isn't as loud as one would expect?  I've sold many FM converters over the years.  I've probably owned about 150 of them BUT have never worked on them other than to repair an occasional antenna cable.  You're probably already doing this but just to reiterate make sure your AM radio is tuned to around 1400 then turn the adjusting screw on the converter to achieve the best volume on FM.  That converter is probably the most common Realistic one out there.  Swap meet season has started and converters are always on my watch list.  I will keep an eye out.  Can you post a picture of the loose connection you are referring to? It might be of some help.

Craig R
#4

I've done all that, I had to put in a new antenna lead because the old one was cut out when I bought the thing.

http://rs32.pbsrc.com/albums/d5/flathead...0&fit=clip

Here's a link to a photo of the unit. You can kind of see where I soldered the lead into the board coming from the white sheathing, but under that you can also kind of see a wire coming from the board. It was connected to something otherwise it shouldn't be there. Wish I could see inside another to see where it should go.
#5

I did some Google searching and saw some interior pictures but looks as if they came from the AR forum where you were also seeking help.  Thought I was onto something for you!  I'll keep my eyes open for a good interior picture.

Craig R
#6

The other site just turned up dead ends so I had just given up there. This unit seems like it will work really good when its repaired. I have some Audiovox brands that work great. I have a couple others that appear to be working but seem weak for some reason, and I'm not really that sure how to fix them.




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