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PHILCO 38-7 1660 doesn't play well
Chuck Schwark
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10-13-2005, 05:13 PM
What kind of antenna did your friend use? The 38-7 needs an EXTERNAL antenna of at least 20-30 feet long - connected to the RED antenna terminal screw. Run an insulated wire around the baseboards or ceiling moulding, for example. Ideally, it should be an outdoor antenna up in the clear with proper lightning arrestor, ground rod, etc. A random wire indoor antenna, will work too, depending on the building metal and electrical wiring in proximity.

A built-in "loop" will not do what you need. The 41-280 was designed to work with a specific built-in antenna, the 38-7 was not.
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PHILCO 38-7 1660 doesn't play well - by madghost - 10-13-2005, 04:17 PM
[No subject] - by Chuck Schwark - 10-13-2005, 05:13 PM
[No subject] - by 49Stude63 - 10-13-2005, 09:54 PM
THANKS TO ALL - by madghost - 10-14-2005, 09:24 AM
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