Links & Reference Page
Welcome to Technology Props Links page. We have received so many technical queries regarding the type of equipment that we hire out, such as restoring and repairing similar equipment that this page is now more of a reference page for old electronic equipment rather than a standard links page.
Please note that we endeavour to ensure that these links are correct and kept up to date as often as possible but we do not endorse nor cannot be held responsible for the content that is stored on another web site. Sites are UK based unless stated otherwise.
VIDEO RECORDERS
The PAL video
site
This very comprehensive site covers PAL
based video in all it's forms, but aims at Betamax, Betacam, Umatic and v2000.
It has also been known to discuss Philips N1500 - 1700 series as
well.
The Beta
site
THE definitive source for Beta videos. Parts
listings, For sale / wanted, chat page and loads more.
The v2000 site
THE definitive source
for v2000 videos. Parts listings, For sale / wanted, chat page and loads
more.
Video tape
theory
Tim Stoffel's excellent page on the theory of
how video signals are recorded onto magnetic tape. Very well written by someone
who knows the subject in depth, aimed at all levels of understanding.
Interesting history section on how VTR came about. (USA)
Video tape
formats
Another exhasutive page by Tim Stoffel,
defining all the known VT formats. And you thought there was just Quadraplex,
Umatic, N1500/N1700, Betamax, VHS, Betacam, V2000 and Video 8!
(USA)
RECORD PLAYER / AUTOCHANGER / GRAMOPHONE
The Turntable
Factory
Specialist repairer of more modern (post 1960)
turntables, including Dual, Garrard, Goldring and the DJ's favorite, the
Technics SL1200 series. Based in USA but is able to offer worldwide service.
Probably one of the best turntable specialists.
European Record
Changers
A good introduction to the record
decks that were available in europe from the mid-1930's onwards with some good
photographs of some interesting record decks. (Also available in
Swedish)
Turntable
history
An in-depth description of how
record players work. It has diagrams and photgraphs illustratating how
different manufacturers over-came problems. Explains Wow, Flutter, Tracking
weight and motor types amongst other things. (USA)
RADIO
Vintage
Radio.com
All you needed to know about vintage radio
AntiqueRadios.org
A simple page
explaining where to start when an antique radio doesnt work. (USA)
Radio Radio - Jonathan Hill
Probably the definitive guide to old radios made in the UK. From the
early 'Cats Whisker' models to the 1960 'shirt pocket' special editions, there
is information and photographs on nearly every model produced. It lists: make,
model, size, cost when new, valve/transistor types and more. If you have an
interest in old radios, this book is essential.
Publisher: Sunrise
Press, Devon, UK - (ISBN 0 9511448 20)
SALES
Golden oldie
radios
Record players, radios, & reel to
reels for sale.
SERVICING
We often get asked for advice on
locating parts and manuals, here are some companies that may be of
help.
Valves UK
UK Based suppliers of
thermionic valve (tubes) from 1920's onwards
Circuit and service
manuals
Large source of circuit data.
Mauritron Technical Services
Very
large selection of service manuals and circuit diagrams.
TELEVISIONS
South West England Vintage Television Museum
Interesting site with lots of general and technical
information
The old telly
site
The page for restorers of mainly 405
& 405/625 line televisions
GENERAL
The valve
page
A UK page all about kit which runs on valves.
Well laid out and informative.