Early Electronic Television
Andrea KT-E-5 Kit
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| Screen Size | 5 inch | |
| Year Made | 1939 | |
| Quantity Manufactured | ? | |
| Original Cost | $59.95 plus tubes | |
| Number Still in Existence | See Pre-1945 Database | |
| Cabinet | Original Finish | |
| Chassis | Restored |
Andrea sold 5 inch sets either factory assembled (model 1-F-5) or in kit form. The kit version came with a wooden front panel. Each set came with a detailed assembly manual. In 1940 the kit sold for $59.95 without tubes. The tubes cost an additional $55. It is a wonder that anyone bought these kits, since for an additional $22.50 you could get an assembled 1-F-5 with a cabinet. Our set is in excellent condition. Here is technical information and a schematic diagram.
We have one example of putting the kit in a custom cabinet in our collection. There were several articles in 1939-40 publications about this kit.
Radio & Television News, May 1950
Courtesy of Duke University Libraries Ad*Access
