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41-290 FM Reception and Antenna
rd48sec
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02-18-2020, 02:02 PM
I have restored a 41-290.  Everything is working except I cannot pick up any FM stations.  I do get some static, but that is it.  

I have attached a schematic.  I believe that the FM antenna connection is below the "2" in the upper right.  Can someone please confirm?  Also,  what can I check/adjust to try and get FM to tune in?

On a side note,  I installed an auxiliary input and played the FDR Infamy speech. Chilling.

TIA


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02-18-2020, 02:24 PM
41-290 does not have FM.

It has BC and two SW.
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02-18-2020, 02:51 PM
That would explain it!

My dial face must have been replaced with a non-original at some point.  Attached is a pic of mine.


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01-21-2021, 01:05 AM
Yeah that plate doesnt look like mine.
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