Transmitter - Light (Morse Code)
Maker and role
Joseph Lucas Limited, Manufacturer
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Object detail
Accession number
F1382.2004
Maker
Description
Wooden rectangular box painted black. Contains two compartments with individual hinged lids. Large compartment contains one Morse key pad attached to underside of lid and one flash light. Smaller compartment contains two metal rods.
Marks
Lucas Engraved
Give a series of dashes instead of a / steady exposure when calling for / light, or showing light. / Use the plug in No. 1 socket /as long as the light is cold / enough, then change to No. 2. / This will lengthen the life of both / bulb and battery. Printed
Give a series of dashes instead of a / steady exposure when calling for / light, or showing light. / Use the plug in No. 1 socket /as long as the light is cold / enough, then change to No. 2. / This will lengthen the life of both / bulb and battery. Printed
Media/Materials
Credit Line
Joseph Lucas Limited. Transmitter - Light (Morse Code), F1382.2004. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).
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