Radio and PA System

Object detail

Accession number

1973.95

Production period

1940s

Description

Tall rectangular shaped unit, metal casing and fixtures. Split into 4 sections, Top is for volume/tone control consists of 5 dials (only 1 still intact) and a volt meter (measures DC volts), 2nd section is the speaker controls, consists of 6 switches, 3rd is the speaker and the 4th is blank. Back of unit is open showing the electrics (4 sets one of each section).

Brief History

Marion radio and PA system. Used from 1940-1956 at the Olympic Swimming Pool, Newmarket.

Marks

MARION / MODEL 53-R / PAT APPLD FOR MADE IN U.S.A. Maker's Mark

Media/Materials

Processed Material/Metal

Credit Line

Radio and PA System, 1973.95. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Radio Tools & Equipment for Communication Telecommunication T&E Telecommunication Devices

Production place

United States of America North America Americas

Collection type

Telecommunication Communications Technology

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