{"product_id":"rca-reference-book-1962-radio-tv-manual-bundle","title":"RCA Reference Book 1962 Bundle with Tung-Sol Base Connections, Philco, PACO and Cornell-Dubilier Radio TV Ephemera","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis vintage electronics literature bundle brings together the RCA Reference Book 1962, Tung-Sol Base Connections, and radio and television reference material from Philco, PACO, and Cornell-Dubilier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition varies across the bundle, with worn reference books, better-preserved pamphlets, handwritten calendar notes, and a Philco tube price sheet separated into two pieces. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe material reflects the tube-era service trade, when technicians used base diagrams, replacement charts, and manufacturer guides to identify components for radios and television sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBooks and Ephemera Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRCA Reference Book 1962:\u003c\/strong\u003e Published by Radio Corporation of America, Electron Tube Division, with copyright 1961. Covers receiving tubes, industrial-type tubes, picture tubes, cathode-ray and power tubes, phototubes, electronic instruments, batteries, semiconductor devices, magnetic tape, and electroluminescent panels. Includes 280 pages and a calendar with handwritten notes. Measures approximately 6 by 3 by 1 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTung-Sol Base Connections:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copyright 1958 by Tung-Sol Electric Inc. A compact plastic comb-bound reference for receiving tubes, picture tubes, and special-purpose tubes. Includes 223 pages plus blank notes pages. Measures 4 by 3 3\/4 by 1 inch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePACO pamphlet:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 1959 folding promotional piece featuring a 40-watt stereo preamplifier-amplifier kit. PACO is identified as the kit division of Precision Apparatus Co., Inc. Measures 8 3\/4 by 4 inches closed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhilco Service Pocket Guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 1960 \"H\" Line Model-Chassis Cross Reference, copyright 1959, prepared by Philco's Electronic Education Unit. Includes model, chassis, tuner, CRT, and service manual reference information.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhilco Tubes price sheet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Effective June 1, 1956. Lists cathode-ray, receiving, and special-purpose tubes. This piece is separated into two sections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo Cornell-Dubilier Television Twist-Prong Capacitor Replacement Guides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Both covers show form TVR-7B and Radio Parts Co. stamps. The guides contain manufacturer part numbers, capacitor ratings, and replacement references. Measurements are 8 3\/4 by 5 3\/4 inches; 49 pages each.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral Electric Essential Characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e A comb-bound electronics booklet covering principal ratings, electrical and physical characteristics. Measures 9 by 6 inches, with 302 pages and notes in the back. Publication date: Not confirmed from photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional insert:\u003c\/strong\u003e General Electric Suggested List Prices, Entertainment Semiconductors, dated June 1, 1978.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/souvenir-and-ephemera\" title=\"Mixed reference books, plastic comb-bound booklets, folding pamphlets, replacement guides, and price literature, sold together as one bundle\"\u003e Mixed reference books, plastic comb-bound booklets, folding pamphlets, replacement guides, and price literature, sold together as one bundle\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Radio and television servicing, vacuum tubes, capacitors, and electronics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition and printing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not confirmed \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not confirmed \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMixed condition, with substantial wear on several pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe RCA reference book is well used, with rubbed covers, worn edges and corners, and handwritten entries in its calendar. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Tung-Sol booklet has worn, creased covers and a plastic comb binding in good shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe PACO pamphlet and Philco H Line guide are in good condition. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Philco tube sheet is heavily worn and separated into two pieces. The Cornell-Dubilier guides carry distributor stamps and show handling wear. The larger comb-bound booklet is worn and contains notes in the back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors of vintage electronics literature, this bundle combines technical reference material with period advertising and service ephemera. If it's the right copy for you, it's ready to come home.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50653919838463,"sku":"E2-T3-3528","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/Mixed_reference_books_plastic_comb-bound_booklets_folding_pamphlets_replacement_guides_and_price_literature_sold_together_as_one_bundle.jpg?v=1791918690","url":"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/products\/rca-reference-book-1962-radio-tv-manual-bundle","provider":"Reading Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}