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USER MANUAL for Ferguson 219A - Retro-Lux

1. Note that reversed operation is more intuitive when the controls are mounted on the left hand side Retro Lux is a trading name of Contrelec Ltd Page 3 High Wycombe e Bucks e England Email info retro lux co uk Web www retro lux co uk Tel 44 0 1494 526270 USER MANUAL Ferguson 219A Project No 5055 4 Bluetooth Operation The radio requires an audio signal from a Bluetooth device such as a smartphone tablet laptop or PC If your device is already paired with an audio device such as headphones or a hands free headset you may have to un pair it first Please refer to your device s instructions to place the unit in scan mode to scan for Bluetooth devices With your device in scan mode turn the volume control up by about one third switch the radio on to standby mode at the power inlet and then turn on using the front panel control You should hear Bluetooth Mode from the radio and the device named YET M1 should appear in the list of available devices on your Bluetooth device Select YET MI to pair with it and if prompted enter 0000 as the code You should then hear Paired from the radio Play some audio from your device and you should hear it through the radio After pairing for the first time the two devices should pair automatically when you power up the radio unless you actively disconnect or un pair it from your device If you have difficulty pairing you may have to turn off the radio at t
2. a veneered plywood case with inset dial bezel and gold speaker grille The set was controlled by means of four controls located 2 each side On the left hand side was the on off tone control and volume The right hand side had the waveband selector and tuning control The set was capable of receiving short medium and long wave bands It had an internal 8 paper cone loudspeaker Internally the components were mounted on a blue painted steel chassis This model was in quite good condition when we received it There was the usual amount of damage to the varnish and the usual layers of muck and grime we usuually find Internally it had some unusual features the chassis was painted a nice colour blue the loudspeaker was enclosed in a black cotton drawstring bag and some of the knobs had extensions fitted to reach the internal controls The case was stripped and cleaned up There is a large bevel around the fornt panel components which was re painted and the dial glass had a bezel which was re finished in dark brown The case itself was stripped back to bare wood and chips repaired It was then re varnished and polished to bring out the natural beauty of the veneers which on the sides were the thinnest we have ever come across having been worn through in one or two spots Internally the components were stripped from the chassis and the chassis itself stripped of the old paint and re painted The dial glass presented some problems as th
3. then operate the mains switch on the unit The switch will illuminate if power is present which means that the unit is in standby mode If your radio 1s equipped with rechargeable batteries this 1s also the batteries will now be charging Charge the batteries for at least 2 hours before running on batteries alone If the switch fails to illuminate first check that the mains supply is present then disconnect the supply and check the fuse in the mains plug and the unit inlet connector In the unlikely event that any of the fuses have blown the unit may be faulty Retro Lux is a trading name of Contrelec Ltd Page 2 High Wycombe e Bucks e England Tel 44 0 1494 526270 Email info Oretro lux co uk Web www retro lux co uk USER MANUAL Ferguson 219A Project No 5055 3 Controls The radio controls are as shown below Yy A f fff 7 Vy Y y 7 f IPP ri ES 7 Y MU Ss Yi Af ff IA IIS Af IES Vi A 7 M td On Off Volume 3 1 Bass Left Hand Side Turn fully anti clockwise to increase bass and clockwise to decrease 3 2 Treble Left Hand Side Turn fully anti clockwise to increase treble and clockwise to decrease 3 3 On Off Volume Right Hand Side Turn fully anti clockwise to turn the radio off Turn clockwise to firstly switch the radio on then continue turning clockwise to increase volume 3 4 Tuning Right Hand Side This is decorative only and moves the tuning dial indicator
4. CN d MOS Products ES ef e e a Vint USER MANUAL Or Ferguson 219A Project No 5055 USER MANUAL Ferguson 219A Project No 5055 Table of Contents l Miro doe HO RTRH 2 2 POW Gl COMME AA E E E E A 2 3 A ea rr E O 5 ee 3 A 3 cA A o 3 gt gt AA kiisu ee 3 Sr bilis PE Po ee gg ms 3 4 BC PO OUI peronistas leiste Seon sa leido an 4 5 Cato and SICH TU m 5 Dok Loir IA e Kadima E mus mmm 5 SPAA Sn um 5 6 E sacs E vee denne e E A E 6 7 iS o In A 6 8 PP ii 7 Retro Lux is a trading name of Contrelec Ltd Page 1 High Wycombe e Bucks e England Tel 44 0 1494 526270 Email info retro lux co uk Web www retro lux co uk USER MANUAL Ferguson 219A Project No 5055 Introduction Thank you for buying one of our beautiful radios We hope it will provide hours of trouble free high quality entertainment Your radio is easy to set up and use and with a few simple precautions will continue to look good and operate efficiently for many years A WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK RISK This unit contains no user serviceable parts Under no circumstances remove the rear panel with the mains voltage connected 2 Power Connection The power mains power connection is via an IEC connector fitted at the rear Insert the supplied power lead and connect to a mains outlet Switch on the supply at the mains outlet and
5. e legend was flaking off at one end The tuning mechanism was left in place The proprietary Retro Lux PSU Power Amplifier and Tone Control PCB circuitry was installed together with a high performance 6 5 full range dual concentric 50W loudspeaker A replacement back panel to meet modern regulations completed the upgrade There is a mains switch on the rear and the controls have been assigned as follows on the left are the tone controls treble and bass and on the right 1s the on off volume control and the tuning dial control which moves the pointer but 1s decorative only Retro Lux is a trading name of Contrelec Ltd Page 7 High Wycombe e Bucks e England Tel 44 0 1494 526270 Email info retro lux co uk Web www retro lux co uk USER MANUAL Ferguson 219A Project No 5055 Retro Lux Vintage Audio Products Contrelec Ltd T A High Wycombe e Bucks e England Tel 44 0 1494 526270 Email info retro lux co uk Web www retro lux co uk The information contained in this document is offered in good faith and believed to be correct at the time of issue but may be subject to alteration and amendment Content and images Copyright 2015 Retro Lux Vintage Audio Products Contrelec T A All rights reserved
6. he front panel then turn on again to initiate the pairing process and reset your device to scan mode The range of the Bluetooth receiver in the radio 1s about 10 metres Outside this range you may experience drop outs especially if you are in another room although reception 1s good throughout an average family sized house Retro Lux is a trading name of Contrelec Ltd Page 4 High Wycombe e Bucks e England Tel 44 0 1494 526270 Email info retro lux co uk Web www retro lux co uk USER MANUAL Ferguson 219A Project No 5055 5 Care and Cleaning 5 1 Positioning the Radio Do not allow this product to be exposed to water steam or sand Do not leave your radio where excessive heat could cause damage such as in a parked car or in a conservatory where the heat from the sun can build up even though the outside temperature may not seem too high Do not position the radio close to a radiator or other type of heater Your radio should not be exposed to dripping or splashing water and no objects filled with liquids such as vases should be placed on the radio It is recommended to operate the product such that there is a minimum distance 10cm recommended to adjacent objects in order to ensure good ventilation The ventilation of the product should not be restricted by covering it its ventilation openings or heatsink with items such as newspapers tablecloths curtains etc No naked flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed o
7. n or near the product Do not place this product in an area which receives direct sunlight as this can cause fading to the finish 5 2 Cleaning Your radio will only need cleaning from time to time with a soft duster or lint free cloth Splashes and other marks can be wiped with a damp cloth Under no circumstances use household cleaning products solvents or cleaners as they are liable to damage the finish Do not use silicone based polishes Your radio has been sealed with a modern synthetic varnish and polished with furniture wax which provides a long tasting durable protection The wax finish can be refreshed with energetic buffing Occasionally apply a thin coat of wax and buff to a high sheen but avoid frequent over waxing as the wax layers can build up trapping fine dirt and dust which dimishes the appearance Retro Lux is a trading name of Contrelec Ltd Page 5 High Wycombe e Bucks e England Tel 44 0 1494 526270 Email info retro lux co uk Web www retro lux co uk USER MANUAL Ferguson 219A Project No 5055 6 Guarantee This product is guaranteed for six months from the date of delivery to the original owner against failure due to faulty workmanship or component breakdown subject to the procedure stated below Should any component or part fail during this guarantee period it will be repaired or replaced free of charge This guarantee does not cover e Damage resulting from incorrect use e Products which have been alte
8. red or tampered with externally or internally e Consequential damage Any claim under this guarantee should be made by contacting Retro Lux or the dealer from whom the product was purchased to see if the problem can be rectified Should it be necessary to return the product for repair or replacement instructions for its return will be provided by Retro Lux These statements do not affect your statutory rights as a consumer 7 Specifications Power Supply Input Supply Batteries Amplifier Power Output Mode Distortion Audio Source Tone Control Loudspeaker Type Impedance Frequency Power Dimensions Width Depth Height 220 240 VAC 60W 50 60 Hz inrush lt 50 A peak 230 VAC cold start 25C None fitted fitted on request 20W RMS 30W Music Power Mono 2 at maximum power Internal Bluetooth receiver Volume proportionate loudness separate bass and treble tone controls with cut and boost 6 5 inch Dual Cone Full Range 8 ohms SOHz 18kHz SOW RMS 100W Peak SPL 1W Im 90dB 52cm including knobs at side 21cm 39cm 9 3kg excluding batteries Tel 44 0 1494 526270 Retro Lux is a trading name of Contrelec Ltd Page 6 High Wycombe e Bucks e England Email info retro lux co uk Web www retro lux co uk USER MANUAL Ferguson 219A Project No 5055 8 History The Ferguson 219A AC mains valve radio was originally made around 1948 by Ferguson Radio Corporation Ltd of London The set 1s housed in

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