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Return to top of page · Post #: 31 · Written at 5:22:49 PM on 8 January 2014.
	Doug Location: Horsham, VIC Member since 19 December 2013 Member #: 1468 Postcount: 33
You wouldn't have a schematic diagram for it would you?

Return to top of page · Post #: 32 · Written at 9:55:43 PM on 8 January 2014.
	TV Collector Location: Ballarat, VIC Member since 4 January 2011 Member #: 803 Postcount: 456
I do have the schematic for it. Email me (see my profile page) and I'll send you a copy.

Return to top of page · Post #: 33 · Written at 4:25:59 AM on 9 January 2014.
	Chris Ronayne Location: Wauchope, NSW Member since 1 January 2013 Member #: 1269 Postcount: 576
TV Collector, who owns the photos and drawings of the Astor sets in these images? I was browsing through the RadioMuseum.org pages on Astor products, and there seem to be many models missing a photograph. It might be worth uploading some there. I've just created a free account (you have to contribute), and would be happy to post any photos there. http://www.radiomuseum.org/m/astor_aus_en_1~model.html. Chris

Return to top of page · Post #: 34 · Written at 8:37:50 PM on 9 January 2014.
	TV Collector Location: Ballarat, VIC Member since 4 January 2011 Member #: 803 Postcount: 456
All of the high quality black and white imagery is from the original Astor service manuals. The poor quality ones are from a set of photocopied pages from an Astor parts book but the original book has disappeared again since the copies were taken. I would like to track down its whereabouts! The colour pictures are from a variety of sources and I cannot claim ownership for much of it. I have considered contributing to the RadioMuseum site but it didn't quite meet my needs for the information I wanted to get online. I'm also spread fairly thin as it is and I don't have time at the moment to upload and maintain information in yet another database. Your welcome to make any corrections or additions there based on my information here. I'm just wary about some of the imagery, though I've noticed that RadioMuseum don't seem to be overly concerned about that from what I've seen.

Return to top of page · Post #: 35 · Written at 8:37:57 PM on 21 January 2014.
	TV Collector Location: Ballarat, VIC Member since 4 January 2011 Member #: 803 Postcount: 456
1965 Models. Astor B51L/5A-CP, "Barclay" - 25" Lowboy Release Date - 1965 Colour Options - Maple, Walnut, Mahogany Chassis - Series 5A Astor C34L/5A-??, "Custom" - 23" Lowboy Release Date - 1965 Colour Options - Maple, Walnut, Mahogany Chassis - Series 5A Astor C36L/5A-?? "Custom" - 23" Lowboy Release Date - 1965 Colour Options - Maple, Walnut, Mahogany Chassis - Series 5A Astor C51L/5A-CG, C51L/S/5A-CG "Custom" - 25" Lowboy Release Date - 1965 Colour Options - Maple, Walnut, Mahogany Chassis - Series 5A The C51L/S/5A-CG is a coin operated set. Astor C51LF/6-CL "Custom" - 25" Lowboy Release Date - 1965 Colour Options - Maple, Walnut, Mahogany Chassis - Series 6 Fringe reception area model Astor D31C/5A-BV "Devon" - 23" Console Release Date - 1965 Colour Options - Maple, Walnut, Mahogany Chassis - Series 5A Astor D31G/5A-BW "Devon" - 23" TV/Radiogram combination Release Date - 1965 Colour Options - Maple, Walnut, Mahogany Chassis - Series 5A Astor D31GC/5A-BX "Devon" - 23" Console TV/Gram Combination Release Date - 1965 Colour Options - Maple, Walnut, Mahogany Chassis - Series 5A Astor D31L/5A-BV "Devon" - 23" Wideboy Release Date - 1965 Colour Options - Maple, Walnut, Mahogany Chassis - Series 5A Astor D51C/6-CB "Devon" - 25" Console Release Date - 1965 Colour Options - Maple, Walnut, Mahogany Chassis - Series 6 Astor D51G/6-CE "Devon" - 25" TV/Radiogram combination Release Date - 1965 Colour Options - Maple, Walnut, Mahogany Chassis - Series 6 Astor D51GL/6-CD "Devon" - 25" Wideboy TV/Radiogram combination Release Date - 1965 Colour Options - Maple, Walnut, Mahogany Chassis - Series 6 Astor D51L/6-CB "Devon" - 25" Wideboy Release Date - 1965 Colour Options - Maple, Walnut, Mahogany Chassis - Series 6 Astor K32L-A/5A-?? "Croydon" - 23" Wideboy Release Date - 1965 Colour Options - Maple, Walnut, Mahogany Chassis - Series 5A Astor R11P/7 "Royal" - 11" Portable Release Date - 1965 Colour Options - Maple, Walnut, Mahogany, Teak Chassis - Series 7 Astor R31G-F/6-? "Royal" - 23" TV/Radiogram combination Release Date - 1965 Colour Options - Maple, Walnut, Mahogany Chassis - Series 6 Fringe reception area model Astor R34L-B/5A-?? "Royal" - 23" Lowboy Release Date - 1965 Colour Options - Maple, Walnut, Mahogany Chassis - Series 5A Astor R35L/5A-BY "Royal" - 23" Lowboy Release Date - 1965 Colour Options - Maple, Walnut, Mahogany Chassis - Series 5A Astor R36C-B/5A-CF "Royal" - 23" Console Release Date - 1965 Colour Options - Maple, Walnut, Mahogany Chassis - Series 5A Astor R36L-B/5A-CF "Royal" - 23" Lowboy Release Date - 1965 Colour Options - Maple, Walnut, Mahogany Chassis - Series 5A Astor R37L/5A-?? "Royal" - 23" Lowboy Release Date - 1965 Colour Options - Maple, Walnut, Mahogany Chassis - Series 5A

Return to top of page · Post #: 36 · Written at 9:00:51 PM on 21 January 2014.
	Chris Ronayne Location: Wauchope, NSW Member since 1 January 2013 Member #: 1269 Postcount: 576
I have a 1960s (1964 I think?) Astor Devon 131C 3-in-1 Hi-Fi unit, which we found at the local Tender Centre. There's a brief video of it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lugcIQBrQiw&list=UUq06YIguLTBYAyLu6yvVOag. Chris

Return to top of page · Post #: 37 · Written at 8:02:03 PM on 22 January 2014.
	TV Collector Location: Ballarat, VIC Member since 4 January 2011 Member #: 803 Postcount: 456
Very Nice! I'm glad it's found a new home and a very nice set of presents! Being a Devon, the model number will start with D. So the model number will be D31G (G for radiogram/tv combo's). Depending on whether it uses the series 4 or 5A chassis will determine the rest of the model number. If I had waited a day before posting the 1965 models I would have had a better picture for the D31G!

Return to top of page · Post #: 38 · Written at 8:56:04 PM on 22 January 2014.
	Chris Ronayne Location: Wauchope, NSW Member since 1 January 2013 Member #: 1269 Postcount: 576
Hi Andrew, You're right - it is a D31G! Part of the model number was smeared, so I thought it was a 131G. Where would I look to find the chassis number? On the chassis I'm guessing, but any specific area? Do you want me to send you some photos of the unit, for the post above? I can send some clear, well-lit photos from my digital camera. Chris

Return to top of page · Post #: 39 · Written at 8:17:30 PM on 23 January 2014.
	TV Collector Location: Ballarat, VIC Member since 4 January 2011 Member #: 803 Postcount: 456
I would like some photos please. If you can, also one from the back and a close-up of the chassis where it is visible through the back panel. The chassis type will be printed in ink on the rear facing edge of the chassis. It could be anywhere on this back edge. Thanks!

Return to top of page · Post #: 40 · Written at 11:57:30 PM on 24 January 2014.
	Chris Ronayne Location: Wauchope, NSW Member since 1 January 2013 Member #: 1269 Postcount: 576
Hey Andrew, Is this a set that you're missing from your Astor line-up? It's quite an unusual looking one. http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/peregian-beach/other-antiques-art-collectables/vintage-radiogram-record-player-am-radio-tv/1037134956. Chris

Return to top of page · Post #: 41 · Written at 7:19:50 PM on 25 January 2014.
	TV Collector Location: Ballarat, VIC Member since 4 January 2011 Member #: 803 Postcount: 456
I've spotted that same TV recently on Ebay where it was sold. Now it's on Gumtree! This TV is a bit of a mystery. I was all excited thinking it was a "missing" model but the original sellers sent me some extra photographs which has thrown that idea in doubt. I beginning to think it is another brand of TV that someone has fitted an Astor badge to.

Return to top of page · Post #: 42 · Written at 7:29:18 PM on 25 January 2014.
	MonochromeTV Location: Melbourne, VIC Member since 20 September 2011 Member #: 1009 Postcount: 1182
I didn't think it was an Astor either. It looks very similar to my GE/Crosley 3 in 1. I think the Astor badge is off one their whitegoods products, like a fridge or washing machine.

Return to top of page · Post #: 43 · Written at 7:46:15 PM on 25 January 2014.
	Chris Ronayne Location: Wauchope, NSW Member since 1 January 2013 Member #: 1269 Postcount: 576
Maybe if the seller would be willing to send you a photo of the rear of the set? Astor sets have distinctive cases, particularly the rear. I'm pretty sure most Astor sets would have the "It's an Astor... That's the difference" logo on the rear, as well as the small brown cover for where the CRT neck protrudes through the panel. Chris

Return to top of page · Post #: 44 · Written at 10:27:30 PM on 25 January 2014.
	TV Collector Location: Ballarat, VIC Member since 4 January 2011 Member #: 803 Postcount: 456
The original seller did send me photos of the back, that's why I didnt think it was an Astor as the chassis is different. Looks more like a Precedent chassis and checking my photos, it looks very like some models sold by GE, Crosley and Precedent. I'm quite sure now that it is not an Astor product.

Return to top of page · Post #: 45 · Written at 8:58:18 PM on 29 January 2014.
	Shane Location: Gorokan, NSW Member since 19 January 2014 Member #: 1488 Postcount: 8
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