[MrFixr55]

Hi LeeLee,

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Your set is a rather neat blast from the past, especially for someone my age. This is an all solid state AM-FM Stereo radio-phono combination with reasonably high fidelity sound. It is not a Fisher, Scott, KLH or other "high end" high fidelity system but its sound is average for this type of system and likely somewhat better than earlier radios.

Unfortunately, these are not terribly valuable due to their size. If it were mime, I would make a base for the turntable, cabinet for the receiver and cabinets for the speakers to make a "bookshelf" system out of it.

Unfortunately, I do not know the model number, and the Phorum does not have much in the line of schematics or other documents for radios or phonographs post 1953. Based on the set being described as Philco-Ford and the power line frequency being listed as "CPS" (Cycles per Second) as opposed to "Hz" (short for Heinrich Hertz), I would peg this set as being built way after 1961 but before 1974 (the years that Ford owned Philco). The style of turntable and the fact that the frequency is listed in CPS puts it in the very late 1960s to early 1970s

Look through the operator's manual. It may list the model number. If it lists several numbers, it may be because of different cabinet styles. Ensuring that the unit is unplugged, remove the cabinet back. The receiver chassis may have a usable model number. If you find one, let us know and we may be able to help you find a schematic.

The turntable was made by Voice of Music (V-M) a very common maker of record changers from the 1950s to the late 1960s to 1970s when the British Garrard 40B became popular in the US. The cartridge is not magnetic but is "ceramic". Parts and other information for the turntable (record changer) are available from the Voice of Music Enthusiasts website:
https://thevoiceofmusic.com/

While the set will not likely explode, immediately catch fire, etc., we usually recommend to not "just plug it in", due to the possibility of damage to important components (in this case transistors and the power transformer). See the following article in our Philco Library:
https://philcoradio.com/library/index.ph...urn-it-on/

The above article was meant for older vacuum tube sets from the late 1920s to the early 1950s. This set does not use rubber wire, but inspection of the wiring is a good idea. The electrolytic capacitors in this set are newer and of better quality than older ones but can still dry out and short.

While it is very difficult to troubleshoot or repair this unit without a schematic diagram, it is not impossible, but electronic experience or at least good coordination and soldering skills is a necessity. Start out by replacing the electrolytic capacitors that are in the power supply section and the output coupling capacitors. In theory and practice, all electrolytic capacitors should be replaced as the average lifespan for these capacitors is about 20-30 years and this is already a 50-55 year old set. Capacitor values in uF (microfarads) working voltage and polarity markings are usually listed on the capacitor and are readable. Installing with the correct polarity is critical!

If you decide to do this work yourself, let us know. We can give you tips on parts sources, repair techniques, etc.