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    FM tuner problem

    Hello everyone, looking for advice about my Adcom GTP-500 II tuner/preamp. Been having problems with the FM stations going out after awhile of listening. It seems the problem got progressively worse until yesterday - now I can't get an FM station at all. I don't listen to radio much so it hasn't been a huge deal but I think I would like to get it fixed. The AM reception is fine by the way. I am going to look for a repair shop near me but would appreciate any comments.

    Questions:
    Any technically inclined people out there have an idea of what the problem could be?
    Any estimate on repair $?
    Is this unit even worth spending the money on or should I consider just replacing it?
    Any recommendations for quality repair shops in the Chicago area?

    Thanks alot, been reading every thread possible and learning a great deal.

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    Tough call.

    That's a nice little tuner/preamp. Once you find a good tech (you may want to open your search up to other areas and ship it if needed), I'd definitely get an estimate. You never know.

    http://www.stereorepair.net/adcom.htm

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    An alternative

    Quote Originally Posted by pkats
    Hello everyone, looking for advice about my Adcom GTP-500 II tuner/preamp. Been having problems with the FM stations going out after awhile of listening. It seems the problem got progressively worse until yesterday - now I can't get an FM station at all. I don't listen to radio much so it hasn't been a huge deal but I think I would like to get it fixed. The AM reception is fine by the way. I am going to look for a repair shop near me but would appreciate any comments.

    Questions:
    Any technically inclined people out there have an idea of what the problem could be?
    Any estimate on repair $?
    Is this unit even worth spending the money on or should I consider just replacing it?
    Any recommendations for quality repair shops in the Chicago area?

    Thanks alot, been reading every thread possible and learning a great deal.
    Check out eBay for used Adcom tuner/preamps; they are pretty common and fairly cheap. It might be cheaper to buy a "new" one versus a repair.

    As for a repair, check out Adcom's website and/or call them. They might provide factory repairs.

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    hello everyone. i will post an answer to a question from another member
    thanks

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    hey man, i have exactly the same problem. let me know if you find an answer
    thanks

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    I am always picking up recycled electronic and fixing them up. This week I found a RCA Stereo System. Great Find. I Got it all working only I am worried about the FM Receiver. First of all, there is a light that comes on on the screen and tells you when you are receiving a Stereo FM Signal. Most of you probably knew that. Well, I have a hard time getting good radio signals sometimes in my room but usually I can get a bearable signal. I was testing out the FM Radio and I noticed that the sound comes through the speakers louder and clearer when I am getting a Stereo Signal (Which only makes sense). I have never gotten good signals in my room so I am not able to get a constant stereo signal. When I turn the stereo on and its just getting a plain old FM Signal (no ST), it starts out playing loud just like when I get a ST Signal. But after about a minute, it goes quiet and you have to turn up the volume to here it. is there a problem with it or I am i doing something wrong?

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