Emitron Television Camera

Cut-away demonstration of an Emitron television camera. Camera head body has been replaced with clear Perspex to show inner workings. This special Emitron camera has no BBC markings, instead sporting a large EMI logo. Manufacturers plate on rear of camera inscribed 'Marconim- EMI Television Co Ltd / HEAD AMPLIFIER / Serial No 134638'.

Details

Category:
Television
Collection:
EMI Collection
Object Number:
2007-5001/51
Materials:
metal (unknown), glass, Perspex, electronic components and steel (metal)
Measurements:
overall: 390 mm x 245 mm x 645 mm,
type:
television camera head
credit:
EMI Group Archive Trust

Parts

Camera Tripod For Emitron Television Camera

Camera Tripod For Emitron Television Camera

Control handle for operating Emitron tevision camera.

Measurements:
overall: 480 mm, 50 mm,
Materials:
steel (metal)
Object Number:
2007-5001/51/2
type:
television camera head
Casing for Emitron Television Camera Head

Casing for Emitron Television Camera Head

Empty outer casing for Emitron television camera head.

Measurements:
overall: 400 mm x 390 mm x 640 mm,
Materials:
metal (unknown) , aluminium alloy and glass
Object Number:
2007-5001/51/3
type:
camera casing