WGN with 6J8GA converter.

Astor (brand), Radio Corporation Pty., Ltd.; Melbourne

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  • Year
  • 1951
  • Category
  • Broadcast Receiver - or past WW2 Tuner
  • Radiomuseum.org ID
  • 191328
    • alternative name: Radio Corp.of Australia

 Technical Specifications

  • Number of Tubes
  • 5
  • Main principle
  • Superheterodyne (common); ZF/IF 455 kHz; 2 AF stage(s)
  • Tuned circuits
  • 6 AM circuit(s)
  • Wave bands
  • Broadcast plus more than 2 Short Wave bands.
  • Power type and voltage
  • Alternating Current supply (AC) / 200-220; 220-250 Volt
  • Loudspeaker
  • Permanent Magnet Dynamic (PDyn) Loudspeaker (moving coil) / Ø 6 inch = 15.2 cm
  • Material
  • Wooden case
  • from Radiomuseum.org
  • Model: WGN [with 6J8GA converter.] - Astor brand, Radio Corporation
  • Shape
  • Tablemodel, low profile (big size).
  • Notes

  • This model had three band spread short wave ranges covering the 31, 25 and 19m bands. It uses the same chassis as the model GN.

    WARNING - LETHAL VOLTAGE PRESENT

    The output transformer is mounted on an insulated stand off from the chassis and its exposed metal frame is connected to B+!

    Cabinet finishes available in Mahogany & Walnut.

  • Price in first year of sale
  • 43.75 AUS £
  • Circuit diagram reference
  • Australian Official Radio Service Manual Vol. IX
  • Literature/Schematics (1)
  • - - Manufacturers Literature (Astor Technical Bulletin, WGN-1, 27/3/1951.)
  • Literature/Schematics (2)
  • - - Manufacturers Literature (Astor Technical Bulletins, GN-1 to GN-7, 1/5/1950 to 11/9/51.)
  • Author
  • Model page created by Stuart Irwin. See "Data change" for further contributors.

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