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miniman82 12-08-2010 12:01 AM

Space Command @ estate sale
 
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http://www.estatesales.net/estate-sales/146802.aspx

http://pictures.estatesales.net/2828/146802/2092791.jpg

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GeorgeJetson 12-08-2010 01:09 AM

Why does it have two remotes?

The one on the left looks newer

I like the one with the oval buttons on the right

Eric H 12-08-2010 01:18 AM

The one on the left is actually one of the oldest SC remotes and probably correct for this set.

I noticed the CRT has a cataract, you don't see that much on B&W tubes.

http://www.electronichouse.com/image...aceCommand.jpg

old_coot88 12-08-2010 07:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eric H (Post 2988856)
...I noticed the CRT has a cataract, you don't see that much on B&W tubes.

Looks more like the phosphor's almost completely blown away, ie., the neck was snapped off allowing violent inrush of air.:eek: Usually the inrush is slower, causing a smaller "hole" near the center of the screen. Bill(oc)

GeorgeJetson 12-08-2010 08:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eric H (Post 2988856)
The one on the left is actually one of the oldest SC remotes and probably correct for this set.

I noticed the CRT has a cataract, you don't see that much on B&W tubes.

http://www.electronichouse.com/image...aceCommand.jpg

Thanks for the info Eric!

I had no idea,I was just going by looks,the one on the right is much sleeker and I love the oval buttons.

Thats a neat ad with George Burns,thanks for sharing it!

zenithfan1 12-08-2010 09:01 AM

That is a cataract on that tube, some B/W tubes in Zenith's are bonded. I have two with cataracts but they're on parts chassis' so I'm not too worried about it.

pallophotophone 12-08-2010 11:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zenithfan1 (Post 2988869)
That is a cataract on that tube, some B/W tubes in Zenith's are bonded. I have two with cataracts but they're on parts chassis' so I'm not too worried about it.

I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but that tube is broken- that set has an external glass.

Wish I had a nickel for every one of those I put a new CRT into over the years.

:tears:

dieseljeep 12-08-2010 12:12 PM

That set has the 21CXP4 tube that has different characteristics than the more common CRT's of that era. I was thinking that the yoke might be damaged as well. That neck really took a big hit. Wouldn't doubt it was a " curb setter" and the yoke was a victim of the " copper scrounger".

Eric H 12-08-2010 03:08 PM

After taking a closer look I'd say you're right, the tube is broken.
You can see the Aluminizing through the screen.

Bummer, it'd probably be hard to find a new one.

RobtWB 12-08-2010 03:20 PM

nice looking old Zenith, very similar to the ~1963 model I have excepting mine is not a SC set
bummer about the crt - hopefully someone can go and at least go snatch those remotes before they end up in a dumpster

nice looking old Zenith console record player/stereo there also as well as other good looking items

Ampico-kid 12-08-2010 03:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RobtWB (Post 2988903)
nice looking old Zenith, very similar to the ~1963 model I have excepting mine is not a SC set
bummer about the crt - hopefully someone can go and at least go snatch those remotes before they end up in a dumpster

Yes....and if someone does grab the remotes...I'd be happy to buy the one like the remote in George Burns hand. I have this same Zenith SC 400, and don't have the correct remote for it. I've been looking and have never come across one..........Bob

bgadow 12-08-2010 10:38 PM

I have one of these but with a boring cabinet. I had been wondering about the correct remote. The one I've kept with it looks older, but I don't know which model it really goes with. That crt might not be the toughest to find. Could be one of those that crosses to the fairly common 21CBP4.

dieseljeep 12-09-2010 09:49 AM

If you look at tube characteristics you'll find that tube is one of the few that uses only 50 volts on G2. You probably could re-work the circuit to accomodate the higher voltage on the substitute tube. Why zenith did it, I don't know.

Tubejunke 12-10-2010 01:05 AM

I would love to have that to stuff the chassis in my Zenith with a GREAT 24" tube. The chassis is probably about the same AND I would have a remote. I am not going to tell my Zenith story again, but I will say that I still haven't ever got it working OR found a good home for it. Seems like nobody wants a TV when you are trying to make some room. Perhaps it is meant to stay in my collection! My cabinet is more upright like most 50's sets with beautiful dark wood. I NEED to get it going if I can find the time and the problem.


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