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27th Jun 2021, 11:51 am | #1 |
Triode
Join Date: Apr 2020
Location: Fakenham, Norfolk, UK.
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Zenith TO H500 Dial illumination
Hi everyone,
Has anyone out there ever added a dial lamp to a Zenith TO H500? As much as I love this model I do miss that illuminated dial. I intend to use a warm white LED powered from a dedicated 9volt cell. My dilemma is where can I actually place the LED. Will I have to go the route of the TO 600 series and drill a hole in the dial plate? Or is there enough gap somewhere around the dial I could utilise. Any thoughts and/or experience will be welcome. Nick |
27th Jun 2021, 12:04 pm | #2 |
Octode
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: Bath, Somerset, UK.
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Re: Zenith TO H500 Dial illumination
In the past I have installed miniature neons where panel lamps were not originally fitted. These can come straight off the mains on/off switch through a suitable series resistor. I have done this to the Marconi T11DA midget radios and offers a soft warm glow.
Neil
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27th Jun 2021, 12:14 pm | #3 |
Triode
Join Date: Apr 2020
Location: Fakenham, Norfolk, UK.
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Re: Zenith TO H500 Dial illumination
Thanks for reply, however I'm really wanting ideas on how/where to physically place any illunination on this specific (TO H500) model.
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