Diode, Vacuum Tube and Solid State, Power Supply

[AllAmericanFiveRadio]

@ae4se

When I was getting started in this, a radio TV repairman told me that the best tube tester is a known good tube. And the oscillator circuit is the most critical.

[AllAmericanFiveRadio]

@ae4se

I would have to look at the wiring diagram to make sure, but the FR-1 could be their part number for the diode.

[Dave3200]

Hi Rick,

Question about the bottom circuit design.

What is the purpose of having the 2nd current path flow through a winding in the transformer before joining up at C17?

[AllAmericanFiveRadio]

@Dave3200

I just did a new video on this, I'll send it to you.

Half/Full Wave Power Supply Oscilloscope Demo

[HD7100]

You explain things so well and I really like your graphic demonstrations. Gary

[AllAmericanFiveRadio]

@HD7100

Thanks Gary.

[jgrayemerson]

This is a topic I committed to memory as a building block over 40 years ago. I still enjoyed your video - as always. Thanks, Rick.

[AllAmericanFiveRadio]

Thanks jgrayemerson

I have had a few younger YouTubers subscribe recently. So I thought it would be a good idea to go through some basics again. My next video is comparing a tube and transistor receiver. The computer tells me that it is going to take three hours to compile, lots of drawings.

[AndyDaviesByTheSea]

Hi Rick

Another good video for the library, I wonder what will be the next technology that takes over from solid-state?

I worked with people who made mechanical calculators, they couldn't imagine any other sort of technology taking over, mind you I don't think it’s all progress.

Well done.

Kind Regards ... Andy

[AllAmericanFiveRadio]

Thanks AndyDaviesByTheSea

Thanks Andy,

I try not to forget the beginners, the basics are very important, everything builds on them.

Well, in the short-term future, everything will be memory, no moving parts. That one is easy to see. But being all memory, that will help develop a new direction in technology.

Regards,

Rick

[CameramanLink]

This looks very familiar. Haven't you posted a video about this same topic before? But I still like your description and how you've updated it. Very clear and easy to follow! Great for those just starting out in any kind of electronics.

[AllAmericanFiveRadio]

Thanks CameramanLink

Yes, but I had not done vacuum tube and solid state side by side. And it is for the beginners, I don't want to forget that there are new ones everyday. I plan on covering those receivers too.

[CameramanLink]

@AllAmericanFiveRadio Yes, that's a great idea! I'm looking forward to seeing the direct comparison.

[goddamnox]

Thank you for another great tutorial! Your effort really is appreciated and has helped me to get my first valve amp up and running.

If you ever find yourself in England let me know, ill buy you a pint!

Cheers

[AllAmericanFiveRadio]

Thanks goddamnox

[ElectricSparq]

You sir, are a good teacher.Thanks

[AllAmericanFiveRadio]

Thanks ElectricSparq

[AllAmericanFiveRadio]

Thanks raddios2

[joernone]

Good job, Rick. Clear as a bell. Again, your graphics really helped.

Regards,

John

[AllAmericanFiveRadio]

Thanks joernone

Hey John,

Must never forget that there are new beginners, every day.

Regards

Rick

[joernone]

@AllAmericanFiveRadio

Rick,

"New beginners every day". How very true. So many of us have gained from your Youtube videos... and there's so many more to come.

Pat yourself on the back, son. You deserve it.

Regards,

John

[BandmasterPete]

Brilliant guide as always!

[AllAmericanFiveRadio]

Thanks BandmasterPete