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1950 Philco Model 123 AM Radio, Antenna Terminal
#1

Is there a best way to use the single-screw terminal on the back of this 1950 Philco?  (best antenna type, possible grounding needs, etc.).  I have restored and aligned it, and works great with the loop.  Any input is very appreciated. 
Mark
#2

Good afternoon! Could you possibly attach a photo to show us the connector? Could you also verify the model number? 123 doesn’t sound right. It’ll probably be 50-xxx.

Joseph

Philco 46-480
Philco 49-906
#3

Not a Philco but common during that time frame page 2 ant hookup.  David  https://philcoradio.com/phorum/showthrea...7#pid90017
#4

It's probably Code 123.
#5

Thanks all. Sorry about the model #. It is a 50-922, and yes, run # 123.
#6

Not sure how to post a picture on this site. Any advice?
#7

the lead for the screw terminal connects with one of the leads going directly to the internal loop antenna. Once I find out how to post a pic, I will. Many thanks....and Happy New Year everyone.
#8

To add a photo, select the black New Reply button. Type your response, and below that there is a field to either drag and drop attachments or to click if you want to navigate to the file.

   

Joseph

Philco 46-480
Philco 49-906
#9

Some info from Beitmans.      
#10

       
#11

Thanks everyone. hope the pics work. and thanks for the schematic. Mine has the 50C5 aud. output and 35Y4 rect.
#12

I have tried only a long wire on the external terminal. Get some overloading on strong stations actually using the wire, but weak ones are strengthened. This is during the daytime.
Mark
#13

Your antenna is working as intended. The loop antenna is an rf transformer with the connection available for an external wire antenna. The signal on that wire brings in a stronger signal resulting in more gain to the radio.




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