Sony ICF-P26 Antenna Replacement

Written By: Olaloye Thontteh
  • Comments: 3
Sony ICF-P26 Antenna Replacement

Difficulty

Easy

Steps

7

Time Required

15 minutes

Introduction

Use this guide to fix or replace a damaged antenna of a Sony ICF-P26 radio.

The antenna enables radios to get reception for their FM and AM bandwidth. A radio with no antenna or a damaged antenna would have distortion of radio waves .

Following these steps would fix the radio reception issues in a short time. There is minimal or no known danger associated with replacing the antenna .

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    • Power off and disconnect the radio from any power source.

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    • Use a mini screwdriver to remove the two screws from the battery compartment.

    • Gently insert an opening tool where the FM/AM/Off switch is, to force your way up.

    • Insert the opening tool in the other side where the volume and the earphone go.

    • You will hear hinges pop open.

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    • Use the mini screwdriver to remove the screw holding the motherboard.

    • Unscrew the damaged antenna.

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    • Use the mini screwdriver to replace the new antenna.

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    • Use the mini screwdriver to assemble the motherboard.

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    • Use the mini screwdriver to assemble the cover.

    • Insert the batteries.

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    • Switch on the radio.

    Thanks for this!

    J Gibson -

    A good guide my dude but anyone who has zero experience could struggle a bit because the steps are not 100%clear

    Ivan Monterrubio -

Author

Olaloye Thontteh

Member since: 12/07/20

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One comment

Where would one acquire a compatible replacement antenna for this model of radio?

Mason Smith -