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

Wooden tripod fitted Emitron television camera. Moulded on head with 'MCP' and '7008'.

Measurements:
overall (deployed): 1180 mm x 690 mm x 600 mm,
Materials:
steel (metal) and wood (unidentified)
Object Number:
2007-5001/51/1
type:
television camera tripod
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