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DU MONT TYPE 180

Twenty-two Tube, AC, Superheterodyne, Television Receiver

GENERAL FEATURES

No expense has been spared in the production of these A separate high fidelity section brings superb
receivers and every up-to-date television and radio reproduction of the sound channel which is associated
development has been incorporated. These receivers are with the picture. A single control tunes both the sight and
classed as "Electrostatic and Direct Vision." Electro-static the sound channels so the receiver is no more difficult to
indicates that the entire deflection system is electrostatic operate than an ordinary broadcast receiver, To the above
and since the picture is viewed direct, without the use of a features add its compact size, minimum number of
mirror, lens or other device, it is referred to as Direct controls and simple straight forward layout and you will
Vision. The latter ensures clarity, brilliance and the widest have an idea of the first commercial television receiver
angle of vision. Steady, clear cut, black and white pictures which we believe you will find easy to install and service
that are large enough for all the family to enjoy at one in spite of the apparent complexity of the subject
time are secured by the use of a fourteen inch cathode-ray Television.
tube which furnishes a picture eight by ten inches

TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Frequency Ranges – Four Television Channels provided, present alignment as follows:

AUDIO VIDEO
STEP STATION SIDEBAND CARRIER CARRIER
A NBC Single 49.75 45.25
B CBS Single 55.75 51.25
C …… …… …… ……
D NBC Double 49.75 46.5

Power Ratings
Power supply 110 to 120 volts, 50 to 60 cycles, 250 watts.
Audio output, maximum 4.25 watts.

MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS TUBE COMPLEMENT

Cabinet Dimensions Type Purpose
Height …………………………………… 24 inches 1853 …………… R.F. Amplifier
Width ……………………………………. 15 ¾ inches 6J5M ....….…….. R.F. Oscillator
Depth ……………………………………. 25 inches 1852 …………… 1st Detector
1853 …………… 1st Video I.F Amplifier
Chassis Dimensions 1852 …………… 2nd Video I.F. Amplifier
Height …………………………………… 20 ¾ inches 6H6M ………….. 2nd Video Detector
Width …...………………………………. 13 ¼ inches 1851 …………… 1st Video Amplifier
Depth ……………………………………. 24 ¼ inches 6V6G ………….. Video Power Amplifier
6J7G …………… 1st Sound I.F. Amplifier
6J7G …………… 2nd Sound I.F. Amplifier
6Q7G ………….. 2nd Sound Detector and Amplifier
6V6G ………….. Sound Power Amplifier
6J7G ………….… Horizontal Synch Separator
CONTROLS 6AD5G …………. Horizontal Sweep Oscillator
6R6G ...……….… Horizontal Sweep Amplifier
Operating Controls…………………………6 6J7G ………….… Vertical Synch Separator
Adjustment Controls……………………….7 6AD5G …………. Vertical Sweep Oscillator
6R6G ....………… Vertical Sweep Amplifier
Types 181, 182, 183 2Y2 ..........…….... 4100 Volt Rectifier
These receivers have the same operating controls as the 5X3 …………….. 1600 Volt Rectifier
type 180 and therefore will not be covered separately 5Z3 .....………….. 350 Volt Rectifier
114-9-T .....……... Cathode-ray Tube (14")
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CIRCUIT ARRANGEMENT

A simple straight line layout is used in these the receiver is installed under the operating conditions
receivers that should prove extremely helpful to the imposed by the .earth’s magnetic field. and the power
serviceman. Viewed from the front, the video receiver is supply line voltages. Once properly set these controls do
on the left side of the chassis and the sound receiver is on not need adjustment and since they. were not provided for
the right. Fig. No. 1 shows the front controls and the the owner’s use we suggest that the dealer or serviceman
sound receiver while Fig. No. 2 shows the rear seal the back of the cabinet as it is not possible to tamper
adjustments and the video receiver. The top portion of the with the controls when the back is in place. The use of the
chassis contains both sweep circuits along with the parts and tubes shown in Fig. No, 1 and Fig. No. 2 can be
modulating circuit of the cathode-ray tube. To prevent checked by comparing the "V” numbers, etc., with the
confusion each side is considered separately, half schematic drawings which are furnished in the back of
appearing in Fig. No. 1 and the remainder in Fig. No. 2. this manual. Four separate schematic drawings have been
The seven auxiliary controls shown in Fig. No. 2 are provided which, due to their size, will be found more
provided for the use of the installer and serviceman. readable than a single drawing.
These controls are necessary to make the final alignment
of picture size and positioning when

CAUTION AND WARNING

The set is equipped with a safety switch which Large cathode-ray tubes operate at high-voltages and
automatically opens upon the removal of the back of hence are evacuated to a very high degree of vacuum.
the cabinet. This protects the operator from dangerous Therefore the atmospheric pressure on the glass can run
high voltages which would otherwise be exposed. into tons depending on the size of the tube. A collapse
therefore is as bad as an explosion and all cathode-ray
tubes should be handled with care. The Du Mont
The serviceman that is engaged installing or Laboratories have gone to great expense to provide a
servicing television receivers is urged to take all cathode-ray tube that is safe for the home and the
precautions and run no unnecessary risks. The high structural design results in its ability to stand tests nearly
voltages that are necessary with this type of equipment twice as severe as usually employed. The serviceman,
are very dangerous and should not be approached in a however, should observe the following rules as he will
careless manner. probably be the only one to handle the average tube.

1. Be careful in handling the tube.

It is better to shut the set completely off between
adjustments than to suffer a painful or even a 2. Watch the use of tools near the tube.
dangerous burn.
3. Don't scratch the surface of the glass.

4. Don’t stand the tube on a metal surface or in any

other way cause certain parts to be quickly
heated or cooled.
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INSTALLATION OF RECEIVER

Antenna Installation Location of the Antenna

In the installation of television receivers the proper Whenever possible the Dipole should be erected so
antenna is a necessity. Successful installations will result that it is in line of sight with the transmitter. This does not
from attention to details, while slipshod and careless work mean that no signals can be secured where a direct view
will bring only poor customer satisfaction and repeat of the transmitter cannot be obtained. Surprising results
calls. There is nothing difficult about the installation of are often secured on these high frequencies and no
television aerials, a little patience and experience is all concise rules can be assigned to this work. If the location
that is required. Regular broadcast aerials in the majority is on a street, having heavy traffic there may be
of cases will be found useless. Impress this upon the considerable noise level due to automobile ignition
owner and make a satisfactory installation regardless of systems. In this case, locate the Dipole to the rear of the
what other equipment he already has. Satisfactory picture building and away from the source of the noise as far as
reception is what both of you require for the completion possible. In the case of' electrical machinery over which
of the installation. you have no control, the same method can be employed
along with the utilization of the directional effects of the
The Dipole Antenna aerial which will be covered later.
The Dipole form of aerial is generally satisfactory; it Room Illumination
consists of two metal rods, each approximately five feet
long and placed on a line with each other. Extreme Whenever possible the receiver should be so placed
accuracy in the length of these rods is usually not in the home that a direct glare from either natural or
necessary and if the receiver is located very close to the artificial light does not fall upon the face of the cathode-
transmitting station it may be found advisable to cut down ray tube. The received picture may be viewed under a
the length of each rod. The simple dipole aerial is shown variety of conditions where it is not always convenient to
in Fig. No, 3. darken the room completely. Adjustments made to meet
these conditions will not cause damage to the receiver.
The Lead-In Viewing the pictures in as dark a room as possible is
always at an advantage as it permits the setting of the
The most popular lead-in from the dipole to the Intensity and Contrast controls in a manner that will give
Television receiver will be a twisted pair as it is picture tone values more correctly relating to those
inexpensive and generally satisfactory in locations where actually used in the studio from which the picture is
the. signal is strong. The length of this lead is usually not transmitted.
of extreme importance, It is best to get the Dipole located
in the clear and as. far from electrical interference as Installation Process.
possible than to limit its location by using a theoretical
exact length feeder, The twisted pair should be soldered to It is a good plan to proceed as follows with the
the lugs on the Dipole as a good connection is essential installation,
and necessary since several changes in the position of the l. Erect the Dipole antenna in the clear. Start by using
antenna may be required for best results. The other form horizontal polarization (mount the rods horizontal) and
of lead-in is the coaxial line such as the Amphenol No. turn them until their plane is at right angles with the
72. This form of feeder should be used in installations location of the transmitter
where the length of the lead-in is too long for satisfactory 2. Adjust the receiver to produce a picture.
work with the twisted pair and again where the 3. Return to the antenna and make final adjustments for
installation is at an extreme distance and every bit of best signal strength and removal of ghosts, etc.
energy picked up must be delivered to the receiver.
Ghost Effects
Polarization
Where the picture appears to be duplicated and
If the dipole is mounted horizontally it is said to be slightly displaced, the additional picture is referred to as
horizontally polarized, and if vertical it is vertically a ghost. This effect is usually due to the refection of the
polarized. Since the physical location materially effects signals and can be cured by the slanting or rotating of the
the aerial no specific form can he advised and we can Dipole or the use of a reflector or reflectors. If after all
merely suggest that you start by using horizontal possible positions have been tried, the ghost still exists it
polarization and change if necessary to produce the best will be necessary to change the location of the antenna
results. and try again.
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Directional Effects 4. Marked INTENSITY

The intensity or brightness of the picture is controlled by
In the simple Dipole, directional effects are not very this knob. It should be adjusted in conjunction with
pronounced, but it does have a rather sharp no-signal Control No. 1 to get the best picture. Note: it is a good
radius and it is possible in some instances to materially plan to retard (turn to the left) this control when starting
reduce interference by placing the offending source in this the set. If about 15 seconds is allowed to elapse before
area. If the installation of the receiver is being made at advancing this control it will prevent a small bright spot
quite a distance from the transmitter or if the signal level from appearing on the screen which might eventually
is very low due to local conditions it is well to consider darken the screen.
the use of a reflector. This is done by placing a rod, about
ten feet long, parallel with the Dipole and about 5 feet in 5. Marked FOCUS
back of it. The directional effect of the Dipole remains the This control is used to sharpen the individual lines of the
same, namely at right angles to the plane. Signals coming pattern and once set seldom requires further adjustment.
from the front will be greatly increased. In using
reflectors it is well to bear in mind, however, that any 6. Marked VOLUME
signal approaching from the rear (where the reflector is This volume control adjust the audio volume and has no
located) will be greatly attenuated. Fig. No. 4 shows effect whatever upon the picture
reflector added to the simple Dipole.
Rear Controls of the Receiver
Operating Controls of the Receiver (Front) As previously stated the adjustment of these controls is
First, become familiar with the controls on the front of the necessary for the final alignment of picture size and
receiver. Since the receiver has been tested before positioning, as the earth's magnetic field and power
shipment, probably only a few minor adjustments will be supply line voltages vary with locations. The location of
necessary. Therefore before touching the adjustments in these controls is shown in Figure No. 2 and their use will
the rear attempt to operate the set according to the be covered in numerical order. Proceed as follows:
instruction sheet supplied the purchaser and make only remove the wood screws holding in the back of the
the adjustments required. These instructions are repeated cabinet and pull out the back. The safety switch will open
here to cover the possible lose of the sheet. Figure No.1 turning the set off and since it is necessary to have the set
shows the front of the receiver with the controls in operation while making these adjustments the switch
numbered and the use and the purpose of these controls is can be made temporarily inoperative. (A large battery clip
as follows. is convenient for this purpose.) Do not reach into the set
with the voltages on. (See Cautions and Warning.) There
1. Marked CONTRAST, ON and OFF is one adjustment that cannot be made by these controls,
This is a power switch for starting and stopping a set. It that of rotating the Cathode-ray tube to cause the picture
also is the volume control of the picture signal. It should to properly line up with the viewing opening. To remedy
be adjusted in conjunction with the intensity control (No. this, turn the set off, remove the elastic band that grips the
4) to produce a picture of pleasing contrast to the user. If rear support and rotate the tube by hand in the correct
the location is such that the signal received is very small it direction.
may be necessary to use the full gain of the control, while The function of the seven rear controls are as follows
in a good location it may, have to be retarded
considerably. If the picture is not satisfactory the rear 1. Vertical Frequency Control
controls must be adjusted as covered in a following This controls the frequency of the vertical sweep. If the
section. picture is not steady and slips past at intervals, vertically,
this control should be adjusted until a steady picture is
2. Marked SELECTOR secured.
This control is a four position switch provided for
covering four television channels. The present alignment 2. Vertical Size Control
was given previously under the technical information If the picture is too narrow and out of proportion
section. vertically this control will remedy the trouble.

3. Marked TUNING 3. Vertical Positioning Control

Only one control is necessary to properly tune both the As its name indicates, this Control will move the pattern
sight and sound channels. Simply adjust this control until vertically, allowing the picture to be placed directly in the
the best reception of the sound is secured and at this point center of the opening.
the picture signal will be correctly tuned.
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4. Astigmatic Positioning Control If no picture can be secured but modulation (dark and
This is adjusted in conjunction with Control No. 5 to light spaces) can be seen on the screen, the setting of the
give the best possible focus on the corners of the picture. horizontal frequency control is probably incorrect. Adjust
5. Horizontal Positioning Control this control until the picture forms.
This control positions the picture horizontally. With the adjustment of these controls the installation
6. Horizontal Size Control should be satisfactory. However, if the signal is weak or if
The width of the picture is adjusted by this control. ghosts or noise is present, return to the dipole antenna and
7. Horizontal Frequency Control make changes as previously suggested until the best
position for it is secured.

SERVICE

While the technique employed in servicing television C75 is charging to its initial value to cut off the flow of
receivers is similar to ordinary radio practice, there is a plate current. As this action takes place, the plate current
greater need for basic knowledge and the time will be surge decreases thereby applying less positive voltage to
well spent that is used to study the fundamental principles the grid and increasing its cutoff action. Ultimately, the
of television before attempting actual service work. For tube is completely cutoff, the cathode is at its full positive
obvious reasons it will be impossible to include potential, and the charging cycle again begins. Resistance
fundamental theory in this manual, however, since very R59 functions as both an amplitude and frequency control
little data concerning the form of sweeps used in these since it determines the breakdown potential and the
receivers is available, the following description may be frequency of recurrence of the oscillations in the plate
helpful. circuit of the triode. Synchronizing pulses are injected
Fig. 5 is a schematic diagram showing synchronizing, into the grid of the oscillator tube through the winding of
signal separation and sweep circuits used in this receiver. the oscillator transformer. These synchronizing pulses are
The two 6J7G tubes (V18 & V22) function as the polarized so that they drive the grid in a positive direction
synchronizing signal separators. The outputs of the two with respect to the cathode and therefore hasten the
plates are fed their respective synchronizing windings of “breaking down” of the oscillator tube and effect
the horizontal and vertical oscillation transformers. Linear synchronization. Since condenser C76 is charged to
sawtooth deflection is effected using a 6AD5G triode as nearly full power supply voltage, the signal which is taken
an oscillator and a 6R6G triode as an amplifier. from the plate circuit of the triode is extremely non-linear.
Oscillations are generated as follows: It is applied, however, to one plate of the deflecting pair
Let us consider first the low frequency vertical circuit. in the cathode-ray tube. At the same time it is divided by
Condenser C76 is charged from the power supply through a capacity-resistance network and is applied to the grid of
the resistor consisting of R64 and R65. R65 functions the 6R6G triode. This triode section is so operated that its
mainly as an amplitude or size control, although it has output is distorted in a manner opposite to that distortion
some effect upon the frequency of operation. Condenser introduced by the non-linear operation of the oscillator
C76 charges to practically full power supply potential. As triode. The output of the 6R6G is applied to the other
a result of previous oscillations, a charge on condenser deflection plate of the pair and the deflection from this
C75 is held on the cathode, which gradually decreases to signal is such that the resultant deflection is linear.
zero through R59 as C76 is charging. This charge on C75 Since the high frequency or horizontal sweep
is high enough to hold the tube at cutoff. The grid of the operates in the same manner it will be unnecessary to
tube is at D.C. ground potential. As the cathode repeat the above description. The horizontal circuit is,
approaches ground potential due to the discharge of C75 however, a little more critical than the vertical and it is
the 6AD5G triode becomes conducting. As plate current absolutely essential to keep the stray circuit capacities of
flows C76 is discharged producing the return trace of the the horizontal oscillator and amplifier at a minimum in
sawtooth. The surge of plate current through the winding order to keep the return trace time at a minimum.
of the oscillation transformer induces a voltage in the grid Therefore, if repairs are ever necessary on this circuit care
winding of proper polarity to drive the grid more positive, must be taken not to increase the capacity of the circuit.
thereby reducing the plate circuit impedance and therefore
the return trace time. At the same time that C76 is
discharging,
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In Fig. 6 the use of a copper oxide rectifier and neon set and handled, the first step will be to determine the
lamp can be explained as follows. The D.C. component location of the trouble and isolate the defective portion. In
necessary for background level, is introduced by the this you will be aided by the design of the receiver, for, as
action of the copper oxide (Westector) V24. The neon previously pointed out, the various sections are separately
lamp V23 is provided to protect the rectifier from high located.
voltage surges when the equipment is first turned on. The following brief outline, while by no means
Assuming that the controls are properly complete, will serve to point out possible causes and
location.

LOCATION OF TROUBLE
FAULT POSSIBLE CAUSES
No picture.
1. Power supply trouble in any or all three sources.
2. Too much bias on modulator electrode.
3.Defective cathode-ray tube.

No Scanning. 1. Trouble in 1500 volt power source.

2. Poor connections to deflection plates.
3. Defective scanning circuits.
4. Defective cathode-ray tube.

No modulation. 1. Defective or .shorted antenna.

2. Defect in video receiver.
3. Too much bias on modulator electrode.
4. Defective cathode-ray tube.

Poor focus. 1. Improper voltages supplied cathode-ray tube.

(check entire divider circuit)
2. Defective video receiver.
3. Poor adjustments.
4. Defective cathode-ray tube.

Uneven brilliance. 1. Hum from power source.

2. Defective scanning circuits.
3. Scanning picked up by modulator circuits.
4. Screen burnt or discolored.

Distorted picture. 1. Poor synchronizing (circuit or adjustment)

2. Overloading (contrast control advanced too far)
3. Defective video receiver.
4. A.C. hum.
5. External interference.
1. Poor synchronizing action.
Unsteady picture or flickers. 2. Leakage.
3. Varying voltages to cathode-ray tube or receiver.
4. Unsteady receiver.
5. Antenna loose or shorting.

Double image. 1. Scanning circuits incorrectly adjusted.

2. Ghost images due to reflection of signals.
Cathode-ray tube controls
effect the picture and scanning. 1. Cathode-ray tube defective, probably leaking and going soft.

Superimposed pattern on the

picture. 1. Oscillation probably in the receiver.

Streaks across picture. 1. Usually local interference such as ignition or diathermy.

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While no fast rule can be laid down, once the section size of various resistors and it should have a range that
failing has been decided on it will generally be found that includes the high resistance values (see the component
a systematic check correctly interpreted will locate the parts list).
fault. A voltage check of the suspected circuit along with A good voltmeter is also of value and it too should have a
the checking of the tubes employed will probably be the high range. The Weston Model 722 can be used, thus
next step. Then, if the voltages are correct and cathode- combining both of the above instruments. This meter is
ray oscillograph is available it can be used to trace the now equipped with safety prods (good insulation is a
source of the trouble. necessity where high voltages are checked). Sensitivity of
At this point several factors affect our procedure and it 20,000 ohms per volt is provided along with a range of
will be necessary for us to divide the service field into 5,000 volts which adds to the uses of the-instrument. A
two classes which we will call the Field and the unit called the Televerter is available to present owner's of
Laboratory. The factors in question are as follows: First, the Model 772 which will provide the high voltage range
considerable special equipment will be needed. Second, and safe test prods.
not all of it is readily available. Third, due to the amount
of investment required the division between Field and Regarding the oscillograph, several models are available
Laboratory must be decided by the service organization and no particular one will be stressed for this section. The
contemplating television work. matter of price is usually paramount with the field group
and it is well to bear in mind that the more extensive the
Field Service range the more uses to witch the oscillograph can be
applied.
Most servicemen and: dealers will come under this
classification at present. Until improved methods and Another useful piece of apparatus is the Ultra High
inexpensive equipment can be developed we advise this Frequency Oscillator. It should have the following
group to confine their work to the actions covered by this features in order to justify its purchase or construction.
manual and not attempt adjustments of the critical circuits Calibration and reliability are just as important as its
which require special equipment. It is quite probable that covering the entire band of television frequencies and
the majority of service problems will fall within this range fundamental frequencies (not harmonics) should be used.
in spite of this limitation, as the correct adjustment of the Provision for external modulation will be convenient,
regular control knobs along with the replacement of tubes especially if it is capable of handling television
and parts will provide the answer to nearly all troubles. It frequencies. Internal 400 cycle modulation is essential.
is recommended that the adjustment of the trimmer Battery (self contained) operation will aid portability and
condensers in all circuits be left to the laboratory group is an advantage. The Weston Model
which should have the necessary equipment for a 787 will be found to possess these characteristics. The
complete job. value of this equipment can .be judged by the following
uses. Being portable it can be set near the antenna. and
Equipment (Field) used to check the antenna and feeders for actual
operation. Using internal 400 cycle modulation, the
Regular service tools. receiver can be checked on both the video and audio
Regular service oscillator. channels. The video modulation can be roughly checked
Ohmeter. using the internal 400 cycle source, but due to the fact that
Voltmeter. the modulation is sine in character the black bars
Oscillograph produced will taper off gradually each side of the center.
Ultra High Frequency Oscillator. The use of- a square wave signal applied externally will
Diode equipment for oscillograph or a vacuum tube be necessary if even color, sharp cut bars are desired. This
voltmeter checks not only the modulation circuit but the sweep
linearity.
Discussion Regarding diode equipment for use with an oscillograph
or its substitute, the vacuum tube voltmeter, it is advisable
In addition to the regular service tools the regular service to be sure that they will operate at the high television
oscillator will be found helpful in checking the audio I.F. frequencies before purchasing. If usable, either of these
if it covers three megacycles. Incidentally the audio units, will prove a valuable aid in locating the point where
receiver is so like the average high fidelity broadcast a signal is lost or diminished.
receiver little trouble should be experienced in servicing
this section.
An Ohmeter is convenient for checking the
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Equipment (Laboratory) The Type 204B High Frequency Square Wave

Generator has the following features. Two ranges of
In addition to the equipment recommended for the field square waves generated internally or externally are
group the following items are suggested. provided. Range No. 1. 7 to 50 kilocycles continuous.
Range No. 2. 50 to 500 kilocycles continuous.
Du Mont Type 202 Phasmajector Television Signal Ranges can operate separately or simultaneously. A 1
Generator. to 10 megacycle continuous sine channel is provided.
Du Mont Type 204A Low Frequency Square Wave Each channel can be synchronized externally or
Generator. internally or locked with the 204-A unit. Impulse waves
are available from any square wave. The output is
Du Mont Type 204B High Frequency Square Wave approximately 10 volts peak to peak at an impedance of
Generator. 5,000 ohms. Some of its many uses are as follow:

Du Mont Type 207 Modulated High Frequency 1.Testing overall frequency and phase response of a
Oscillator. television receiver.
Du Mont Type 205 Oscillograph. 2.Testing ghost response.
Laboratory Type Signal Generator. 3.Measuring resolution of cathode-ray tubes.
4.Adjustment of linearity of horizontal sweep.
Discussion 5.Production of interlaced synchronization for testing
interlace and rasters. Useful for controlling the
The Type 202 Television Signal Generator combined with Type 202 Television Signal Generator.
a small oscillator such as the Weston 787 will provide a 6.Testing synchronizing separator circuits.
source of signals at all times, making work independent of
the local television transmissions. A test pattern is The Du Mont Type 207 Frequency Modulated High
therefore available at all times and for serious work it is Frequency Oscillator will be announced at a later date.
superior to pictures. Since the ordinary form of wobbulated signal is of no
The Type 204A Low Frequency Square Wave Generator value due to the wide band covered in television I.F. it is
has the following features. It provides an internal range necessary to provide a special unit for getting these
of from 3 cycles to 8 kilocycles continuous. It can be response curves.
driven externally over a range of from 3 cycles to 15
kilocycles. External synchronization is provided for and it The Du Mont Type 205 Oscillograph uses the intensifier
also has a 60 cycle square and a 1260 cycle sine output. type of cathode-ray tube which gives the added brilliance
Impulses in connection with any square wave can be necessary for observation of fast television traces. The
secured. The output is approximately 15 peak to peak vertical amplifier has a range of from 5 cycles to 1
volts at an impedance of 5000 ohms. Some of its many megacycle with a sensitivity of .1 volt RMS per inch. It is
uses are as follows: equipped with calibrated step and continuous attenuators
and the input impedance is 1 meg ohm.
1.Testing the causes of horizontal tear-out. Regarding the laboratory type standard signal generator
2.Adjustment of vertical sweep linearity. the selection is a matter of preference, and opinions vary
3.Testing synchronizing circuits in general. in extent to such a degree that we do not feel we should
4.Testing low frequency response of video amplifier. specifically suggest types or makes.
5.Testing AVC circuits for time constant and general
behavior.
6.Testing low frequency response of sweep output circuits

CONCLUSION

The difference between completely equipped service We hope that this manual will help the average
laboratories and television development laboratories must serviceman to successfully service the majority of
of necessity be slight. Anything that will aid one will receivers in spite of the limitations we have been forced to
likewise be of value to the other. It is believed that data place upon him. It is possible that within the year
on the use or actual application of the instruments as equipment will be available that will remove these
outlined under the laboratory group should be supplied limitations and enable us to write more complete service
with the individual pieces of equipment. Therefore they instructions. In the meantime the service department will
will not be covered in detail here. be glad to receive any suggestions that servicemen feel
will add to the value of this manual.
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RESISTOR VALUES
R – Regular
S – Special
W - Wire

R. Ohms Watt Class R. Ohms Watt Class

49 10,000 ½ R 200 500,000 pot S

50 10 meg ½ R 201 2,000 pot R
51 6,000 pot W 202 150 ½ R
52 1 meg ½ R 203 5,000 1 R
53 200,000 2 S 204 400 ½ R
54 80,000 20 W 205 3,000 ½ R
55 100,000 2 S 206 3,000 ½ R
56 100,000 2 S 207 3,000 ½ R
57 500,000 pot S 208 3,000 ½ R
58 15,000 ½ R 209 150 ½ R
59 6,000 pot W 210 5,000 1 R
60 50,000 ½ R 212 3,000 ½ R
61 25 meg 1 R 213 3,000 ½ R
62 1.5 meg 1 R 214 5,000 1 R
63 1.5 meg 1 R 215 5,000 1 R
64 200,000 2 S 216 150 ½ R
65 1 meg pot S 217 150 ½ R
66 5 meg ½ R 218 5,000 ½ R
67 5 meg ½ R 219 1 meg ½ R
68 5 meg ½ R 220 100,000 pot S
69 5 meg ½ R 221 1,500 1 R
70 2 meg pot R 222 5,000 1 R
71 2 meg pot R 223 1 meg ½ R
72 2 meg pot R 224 1,000 2 R
73 300,000 ½ R 225 25,000 ½ R
74 300,000 ½ R 226 25,000 ½ R
75 750,000 2 R 227 400 ½ R
76 15,000 ½ R 228 100,000 ½ R
77 1 meg 2 S 229 4,000 ½ R
78 1 meg pot S 230 1,000 ½ R
79 750,000 2 R 231 100,000 ½ R
80 100,000 pot R 232 4,000 ½ R
81 10,000 ½ R 233 50,000 ½ R
82 35,000 10 W 234 1.5 meg ½ R
83 100,000 1 R 235 2,000 ½ R
84 100,000 1 R 236 50,000 ½ R
87 100,000 2 R 237 10,000 ½ R
88 1 meg 2 S 238 50,000 ½ R
89 1 meg ½ R 239 250,000 ½ R
90 50,000 ½ R 240 180 1 R
94 250,000 pot S 241 10,000 1 R
95 40,000 ½ R 245 10,000 ½ R
96 50,000 ½ R 246 10,000 ½ R
97 50,000 pot R 257 20 1 R
99 3,000 ½ R 258 500,000 ½ R
100 200,000 ½ R
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CONDENSER VALUES

C. Mfd. Volts C. Mfd. Volts

69 .1 400 214 .01 400

70 .05 400 215 .01 400
71 .000075 1500 216 .001 400
72 .0025 400 217 3-30 trimmer
73 .0025 400 218 3-30 trimmer
74 .005 500 219 3-30 trimmer
75 25. 50 220 3-30 trimmer
76 .04 1600 221 3-30 trimmer
77 .0005 1500 222 3-30 trimmer
78 .25 400 223 3-30 trimmer
79 .01 1200 224 3-30 trimmer
80 .04 1600 225 L53
81 .1 400 226 L53
82 .25 600 227 L53A
83 .1 1000 228 L53A
84 .1 1000 229 T-20
85 .05 4500 230 T12A
86 .0005 450 231 T12A
87 16. 450 232 T12
89 8. 450 233 T12
90 8. 450 234 T11
91 16. 450 235 T11
93 16. 450 236 .04 400
95 4. 1500 237 8. 450
96 4. 1500 238 .04 400
97 .2 4000 239 .01 400
98 .2 4000 240 .000050 400
99 .2 4000 241 .02 400
100 .2 4000 242 .10 400
104 .0003 400 243 .25 400
105 .02 400 244 .02 400
106 25. 50 245 .10 400
110 .0002 1500 246 .25 400
200 3-30 mmf. trimmer 247 .0002 400
201 3-30 mmf. trimmer 248 .000050 400
202 3-30 mmf. trimmer 249 .01 400
203 3-30 mmf. trimmer 250 25. 25
204 3-5 variable 251 4. 450
205 .0006 400 252 .0006 400
206 .0006 400 253 .1 400
207 .0006 400 254 50. 25
208 .01 400 256 .0005 400
209 3-30 mmf. trimmer 257 .01 400
210 .0006 400 258 .0006 400
211 .01 400 259 .0006 400
212 .01 400 260 .01 400
213 .01 400 265 25. 25
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TERMINAL VOLTAGES

Using Weston Model 772 20,000 Ohms per Voltmeter (with Televerter)
Grid
Tube Plate Screen (Control)
V9 240 150 -4.3
Vl0 240 l55 -4.3
V11 190 ----- -2.3
V12 275 290 -11.5 Cathode to ground
V8 115 ----- -----
V1 140 190 -2.0 Contrast on full
V2 190 190 -3.5
V3 180 180 -2.25
V4 170 170 -2.25
V6 170 185 -2.0 Cannot be measured at the grid of V6. Should read
–4 volts at center tap of 5Z3 high voltage winding
to ground.
V7 140 225 -7.5

V17 5Z3 filament to ground = 510 volts

V13 5X3 filament to ground = 1600 volts
(output after L7 = 1550)
V14 2Y2 output = 3950 to 4200 (ground is positive)
(output after R88 = 3800 to 4100 volts)

The above measurements were taken with respect to ground, the following are point to point.

V21 From cathode to grid - 60 to - 160

From cathode to first anode +800 to +1600
From cathode to second anode +5000

TELEVISION TERMS

AUDIO Pertaining to the sound section of the receiver.

AMPLITUDE A term synonymous with gain or size.

AXIS In television the horizontal plane is called the X Axis and the vertical the Y Axis.

CATHODE RAY TUBE An evacuated glass tube comprised of a structure for producing and focusing a stream of electrons
upon an internal screen.

COAXIAL CABLE (OR LINE) A special cable for conveying television signals with as little loss as possible.

CONTRAST CONTROL A control on the receiver adjusting the contrast between high lights and shadows in the picture.

DEFLECTION (MAGNETIC) A system where the motion of the spot in producing the picture is controlled by magnetic
fields.

DEFLECTION (ELECTROSTATIC) A system where the motion of the spot in producing the picture is controlled by the
static action of the deflection plates.

DEFLECTION (PLATES) These plates are located inside a cathode-ray tube and provide for electrostatic deflection of the
beam.

DEFLECTION (COILS) Coils mounted externally about the cathode-ray tube to produce magnetic deflection of the beam.

DIPOLE An aerial comprised of two separate rods.

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DOUBLE IMAGE Where two images appear separately on the screen, one of the sweep circuits is adjusted to
half its correct speed. If the horizonta1 is at fault the images will appear side by side, conversely if
the images are vertically displaced the vertical sweep is at fault

FIELD In the RMA Television System there are two fields to each frame. In other words each picture is
comprised of two fields scanning alternate lines.
FRAME One complete picture, thirty of these a second are thrown on the screen.

FRAMING CONTROL A control for centering the picture.

FOCUSING CONTROL A contro1 on the receiver to bring out definition; it actually controls the width and
sharpness of the individual 1ines on the cathode-ray tube.

FOCUSING (ACTION) This is the action of the gun of the cathode-ray tube which concentrates the stream of
electrons to a small spot. (This can be accomplished by either electrostatic or magnetic methods.)

GHOST An unwanted image in the picture which is usually caused by signal reflection.

GUN (CATHODE RAY) The structure or mount inside the cathode-ray tube that produces, accelerates and
focuses the electron beam.

HORIZONTAL TEAROUT This term describes the breaking up of the upper part of the picture, either to the
right or left. The cause is usually poor low frequency response in the sweep circuits or video
amplifier.

INTERLACING This refers to the technique of dividing the frame into two fields with displaced lines to
eliminate flicker.

INTERACTION A term usually used by designers indicating leakage or the mixing of a signal into another
circuit.

LINE A single line of the 441 comprising the television picture.

LINEARITY Means uniform rate of motion. This is required as the picture will be distorted in non-linear
portions.

MODULATION A process of applying the video signa1 to the modulating or control electrode (or grid) of a
cathode-ray tube so as to produce the lights or shadows of a picture.

PARAPHASE A term used in te1evision and English books which is equivalent to the American "push pull."

PHASMAJECTOR A tube developed by the Allen B. Du Mont Laboratories, Inc. for

generating television picture signals.
REFLECTORS Additional rod or rods placed near the antenna to reinforce signals.

SAWTOOTH A saw shaped wave of electric current or voltage employed to scan or sweep a cathode-ray tube.

SCANNING (See Sweep)

SEPARATOR The circuit used to separate the horizontal and vertical synchronizing pulses from each other
and the video signal.

SPOT A visible spot of light formed by the impact of the electron beam upon the screen.

SWEEP The action of an electron beam in tracing lines across the screen.

SYNCHRONIZATION A process of producing synchronism between circuits.

TELEVISION A general tern for the transmission or reproduction of visual images by radio.

TELETRON A receiving cathode-ray tube developed by the Allen B. Du Mont Laboratories, Inc.

VIDEO Pertaining to the picture section of the receiver or transmitter.