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We installed our Rittenhouse intercom system in 1978 when we built our new home. The speakers look out of date and would like a better main unit. We have 4 outside units, and 7 speakers.Can we purchase new units and still use the same wiring? Would appreciate a response ASAP. Thanks Jim MannP.S. Please do NOT give out my e-mail address to anyone else. Thanks

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#Rittenhouse by Martin on 2009-02-08 05:30

I have the exact same problem, but it\'s not caused by a lighted doorbell. Without the doorbell connect (and not crossing the wires) the chime mechanism keeps repeating. I\'m not sure whether it\'s because the contacts aren\'t lined up correctly or whether it\'s a wiring problem. I\'ve tinkered and …Purchase or Repair: ...I have the exact same problem, but it\'s not caused by a lighted doorbell. Without the doorbell connect (and not crossing the wires) the chime mechanism keeps repeating. I\'m not sure whether it\'s because the contacts aren\'t lined up correctly or whether it\'s a wiring problem. I\'ve tinkered and tinkered to no avail.

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#Rittenhouse by SUSAN R BOYD on 2006-05-16 13:16

My mom and dad has an old (approx.37yrs) rittenhouse intercom system and they need a replacement bulb for the main unit. I\'ve tried searchingonline but since mom nor dad know the exact part # i\'m having no luck.Dad said it was a low wattage pilot lamp?? GE19 or R19???? Any help you can offer would…Purchase or Repair: ...My mom and dad has an old (approx.37yrs) rittenhouse intercom system and they need a replacement bulb for the main unit. I\'ve tried searchingonline but since mom nor dad know the exact part # i\'m having no luck.Dad said it was a low wattage pilot lamp?? GE19 or R19???? Any help you can offer would be appreciated.Sincerely,Susan

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#Rittenhouse by Mark Palmer on 2012-09-06 21:18

I have 2 Rittenhouse intercom speakers that need to be replaced. They both measure 9 1/4\" long. 6 1/4\" wide and 3 1/2\". Do yo have suitable replacements? If so, how much are they? Price of each unit, tax if aplicable and shipping charges for a total net price.Thanks in advance for your prompt rep…Purchase or Repair: ...I have 2 Rittenhouse intercom speakers that need to be replaced. They both measure 9 1/4\" long. 6 1/4\" wide and 3 1/2\". Do yo have suitable replacements? If so, how much are they? Price of each unit, tax if aplicable and shipping charges for a total net price.Thanks in advance for your prompt reply.

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#Rittenhouse by Sharon on 2016-11-27 00:16

we have an old rittenhouse intercom system. the units look old but still works fairly well. need information on how to update system. we're remodeling in some areas and would like to check out updating units. don't have specs on the system. not sure of specs but Name on the system is Ritte…Purchase or Repair: ...we have an old rittenhouse intercom system. the units look old but still works fairly well. need information on how to update system. we're remodeling in some areas and would like to check out updating units. don't have specs on the system. not sure of specs but Name on the system is Rittenhouse Solid State am/fm radio intercom. It has a main station attached to 5 rooms and a front door intercom. I would like the update to include Pandora and a video front door intercom.

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#Rittenhouse by Richard Burnham on 2021-03-28 21:10

Front and back door bells. I need a diagram showing how to connect the wires from the doorbells. Front works with one wire from Front doorbell going to Terminal B and the other going to Front in the 16 VAC group. I assumed one wire would go from Back doorbell to Terminal A and the other to Back in t…Purchase or Repair: ...Front and back door bells. I need a diagram showing how to connect the wires from the doorbells. Front works with one wire from Front doorbell going to Terminal B and the other going to Front in the 16 VAC group. I assumed one wire would go from Back doorbell to Terminal A and the other to Back in the 16 VAC group, but the doorbell is not getting power.

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#Rittenhouse by Eric Hoffman on 2007-12-23 04:40

I have just recently purchased a house that has a Rittenhouse Model 7300 Intercom system that does not work. I am trying to find a schematic for it. I know that it is an old system, but would like to use it to monitor my young children. Any help would be appreciated.Thank you.Eric Hoffman—> …Purchase or Repair: ...I have just recently purchased a house that has a Rittenhouse Model 7300 Intercom system that does not work. I am trying to find a schematic for it. I know that it is an old system, but would like to use it to monitor my young children. Any help would be appreciated.Thank you.Eric Hoffman

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#Rittenhouse by Charles Sumrell on 2018-06-16 18:05

Tag on door chime unit says:Model 8846RVolt 16Rittenhouse Division Spartan ElectricFayetteville NC 28386The unit has four tubes, it has a circuit board with integrated circuits. The transformer is putting out 18.5 volts, although the unit says 16 volts on transformer and circuit board. I assume the …Purchase or Repair: ...Tag on door chime unit says:Model 8846RVolt 16Rittenhouse Division Spartan ElectricFayetteville NC 28386The unit has four tubes, it has a circuit board with integrated circuits. The transformer is putting out 18.5 volts, although the unit says 16 volts on transformer and circuit board. I assume the board has gone bad. I like the unit, I am wondering if a replacement board is available or can you fix the current one. Another alternative I would like to explore, if another brand unit can be used.

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#Rittenhouse by Marie Gunderman on 2007-11-26 01:41

We purchased our present home in 1998. It was custom built in 1983 with many upgrades that were available at that time. Unfortunately since we have lived here the system does not work. The main unit is 17\' wide and 9\" tall. There are 12 units scattered throughout the house. They each measure 7.5\"…Purchase or Repair: ...We purchased our present home in 1998. It was custom built in 1983 with many upgrades that were available at that time. Unfortunately since we have lived here the system does not work. The main unit is 17\' wide and 9\" tall. There are 12 units scattered throughout the house. They each measure 7.5\" tall by 8\" wide. I think what we have may be on the large size as far as the measurements of each room speaker and the main system as well. because of this we are afraid we are looking at a major renovation to replace it. New drywall and all that. Is there a possibility that it can be repaired or does Rittenhouse have a replacement that would fit? Please advise.Thank you,Marie Gunderman

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#Rittenhouse by dave walters on 2008-10-24 14:59

Just wondering i have a rittenhouse system rcm-1 and the intercom system part does not seem to be working. We can broadcast for the main unit and it is heard in the other units but when we try to broadcast from one of the other units to the main you can not hear the person ? Anysuggestions or do you…Purchase or Repair: ...Just wondering i have a rittenhouse system rcm-1 and the intercom system part does not seem to be working. We can broadcast for the main unit and it is heard in the other units but when we try to broadcast from one of the other units to the main you can not hear the person ? Anysuggestions or do you have a manual that can be downloaded?ThanksDave

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#Rittenhouse by Tom Mitchell on 2005-11-30 17:54

I have a Rittenhouse Home Intercom, Model No. M7010 that had no audio. A technician said the amplifier was bad and he replaced several transistors in it, but the volume is very weak. He does not know exactly what transistors to use to replace the old ones, and does not have a schematic. Can you prov…Purchase or Repair: ...I have a Rittenhouse Home Intercom, Model No. M7010 that had no audio. A technician said the amplifier was bad and he replaced several transistors in it, but the volume is very weak. He does not know exactly what transistors to use to replace the old ones, and does not have a schematic. Can you provide a schematic, or tell me where I might get one? Thanks, Tom Mitchell

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#Rittenhouse by Paul Winchock on 2018-10-15 21:41

I have a Rittenhouse 550, 551 doorbell chime.The unit itself works fine. What I am missing (which someone was supposed to nor trash) is the transformer that sequences the chimes. Do you have a transformer for this that will work? And if so, obviously, what would one cost?Thank you for taking the tim…Purchase or Repair: ...I have a Rittenhouse 550, 551 doorbell chime.The unit itself works fine. What I am missing (which someone was supposed to nor trash) is the transformer that sequences the chimes. Do you have a transformer for this that will work? And if so, obviously, what would one cost?Thank you for taking the time to read this email.Regards,Paul Winchock

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#Rittenhouse by Gary Bowles on 2012-07-17 00:01

Need a wiring diagram to an intercom with a doorbell.Artolier Lighting & Sound Div.Rittenhouse OperationsHonoye, NYmodel: M7034serial: (stamped) 202 (hand written) 0 2234-1748The intercom is powered by a 16 volt transformer on a closet wall. The standard 2-tone doorbell is in the hall. The base unit…Purchase or Repair: ...Need a wiring diagram to an intercom with a doorbell.Artolier Lighting & Sound Div.Rittenhouse OperationsHonoye, NYmodel: M7034serial: (stamped) 202 (hand written) 0 2234-1748The intercom is powered by a 16 volt transformer on a closet wall. The standard 2-tone doorbell is in the hall. The base unit is in the kitchen. The remote intercom at the front door. The button on the door unit rings the doorbell and is a hands-free unit to talk to the base unit.Oh yeah, there is also a door release button scabbed in to the base unit. and extra wires coming from the door unit to the door frame (but no door release mechanism.Any ideas on schematics for something like this???Thx, Gary

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#Rittenhouse by vero cho on 2007-06-19 19:49

sheetrocking my house after it was flooded by katrina, the contractor stupidly threw away the master station to my doorbell/radio/intercom system which rendered the system inoperable. i have asked an electrician friend to look at it and he cannot find a suitable retrofit. we will have to replace the…Purchase or Repair: ...sheetrocking my house after it was flooded by katrina, the contractor stupidly threw away the master station to my doorbell/radio/intercom system which rendered the system inoperable. i have asked an electrician friend to look at it and he cannot find a suitable retrofit. we will have to replace the whole system which includes one substation and four remote stations. i am looking for recommendations of brands to replace it with (nutone\'s white, plastic master stations don\'t suit my mid-century modern home). i am looking for industrial-looking, high-end brushed chrome or nickel ones.or if anyone has a master station they would like to sell me, that would be terrific... many thanks!!

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