Wireless Set 19

tankbarrell · #1 13-04-10, 10:40

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Originally Posted by Bruce Parker

There was no charging set on a Mk.1 carrier. They were often added later, but there was no provision for one. Fresh batteries were brought to the carrier each morning, much like rations, and exchanged for the dead ones. These were taken back for charging in a lead lined 'Machinery I' 60 cwt truck. You also couldn't run the 12 volt negative ground wireless set off the 6 volt positive ground vehicle electrical system.

Thanks for the correction Bruce, I added the charging set as an afterthought as I knew the set required batteries. Never guess!

George McKenzie · #2 13-04-10, 19:35

I have a new complete MK2 19 Set still in the box .I can send you pictures if you like .I hate to put it in one of my vehicles . It has English and Russian on it .Likely was intended for lend-lease .Thanks for all the information guys .I wasn't aware of some of the tricks this little devel could cause

Ron Pier · #3 13-04-10, 22:29

Here is the installation in my MK2. Also the line drawing that I more or less copied for my Welsh Guard Stowage configuration. Ron

Doghouse · #4 12-05-10, 16:11

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Originally Posted by Ron Pier

Here is the installation in my MK2. Also the line drawing that I more or less copied for my Welsh Guard Stowage configuration. Ron

Hi Ron, thats a lovely setup you have there!

The stowage diagram is really helpful too. I have a Mk2 and a 19 set with vario and leads but am trying to complete the setup too- did you have all original or did you source repro items?? and (sorry to ask the questions) which aerial set did you use?
Best wishes from an avid admirer of all you guys' work!
David

Ron Pier · #5 12-05-10, 17:22

Thanks for the compliment David. I'm not an expert on the 19 set instalation, which is why I tend to look for pictures to copy. I connected my 'A' set to the front antenna, in middle of front bulkhead, and the 'B' set to it's antenna on the left side front corner. The comanders remote unit is just behind his head. My wireless station was purchased some years ago and a fully working original set up. Ron

Doghouse · #6 12-05-10, 19:22

I love the pics! very nice setup. Does the 19 work?? (I know there are MULTIPLE problems with doing that, just asking....)

Ron Pier · #7 13-05-10, 14:18

Yes Dave It was fully working and transmitting. Although I haven't fired it up for years now! As you say there can be a problem with blowing up capacitors or something? Apparently if they are not used regularly they need to be powered up initially on a reduced amperage to get the capacitors back to life gently. Someone here will explain more fully.

Ron