Marantz 2220B Stereo Receiver - Tested, Working. LED's + recap'd PSB + 1 issue!

Description

This listing is for a Marantz 2220B Stereophonic Receiver in good cosmetic and functional condition,
with issues noted below.
It has been fully tested and is working.
The Power Supply Board was fully re-capped for improved reliability using quality capacitors.
In addition, all lamps were changed to LED-style for improved brightness, longevity and cool operation.
The following outline covers the testing/service work done:
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All speaker connections have been tested and are working, both right and left channels.
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Headphone jack was tested and is working.
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AM and FM radio stations on were received as expected across the radio dial using only a simple wire antenna.
The dial pointer lamp was replaced with an LED-style lamp.
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While FM does work, it does not light the stereo lamp.
If the FM Mute is on, it mutes all sound.
When turned off FM stations are received across the dial as normally expected.
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Tape 1, Tape 2 and Aux inputs and outputs were tested and function as expected.
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Phono input was tested and functions as expected.
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All Switches and Potentiometers were flushed with contact cleaner, followed by treatment with the appropriate Deox-It formula.
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The faceplate, dial scale and all knobs were removed, cleaned and hand polished
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The Stereo lamp was replaced with red LED style lamp.
The stereo lamp works in PHONO, AUX and TAPE 1 & 2.
It does not light in FM even when a strong station is tuned.
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All Meter and Radio Dial lamps were replaced with Cool Blue LED fuse-style lamps.
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The light-diffusing Velum paper behind the radio dial was replaced for color clarity.
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All 4 original output transistors were cleaned/re-installed with fresh heat transfer compound.
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All electrolytic capacitors on the Power Supply Board were replaced with quality components.
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Cleaning on all exterior surfaces was done to improve appearance.
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The foam cushioning used on the underside of the metal top was replaced to ensure a better fit.
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The power cord was inspected and cleaned.
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Any missing top cabinet or bottom plate screws were replaced
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All feet were inspected and replaced as needed.
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DC Offset and Idle Current adjustments were set to factory specification
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Watts/channel was checked using a Peak and RMS Output Meter to meet/exceed model specs
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A final extended use test was performed to ensure functionality
Please note: In addition to the FM stereo lamp/FM Mute issues noted above there are some cosmetic issues:
The Dial Glass has a few scratches – the most notable is pictured.
The top edge of the faceplate also has some “dings” – also pictured.
A couple of the knobs have slight scratches as well.
Please review all pictures carefully and do not bid if you do not accept the conditions as described/pictures.
This listing describes the item to the best of our ability.
Many high-resolution pictures are included, and should be considered part of the description to help you make a determination if the unit meets your requirements.
All items are sold with the assurance that they will arrive and power on.
We do not warrant them beyond that, but check our rating.
We have many satisfied customers and want to maintain that rating.
Feel free to ask questions – we will do our best to answer them promptly.
We have bought and sold many vintage stereo items and understand what it takes to package them for safe transit.
Even with the most careful packaging, damage is still possible.
All items are listed for Free Local Pick-up at our shop in Grand Junction, CO.
Whenever possible, we encourage you to do so, as even the most carefully packaged items can still be damaged in shipping.
Once the item leaves our shop we have no control over how it is handled.
This item will be insured to the final purchase price.
In the event that a claim would need to be filed we will assist as much as possible, but the buyer would be responsible for filing the claim locally.
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