Dictating Machine

Object detail

Accession number

F35.2001

Maker

Philips Electronics

Description

Philips, type EL 3581, serial No.22879. Green, curved top case, with yellow plastic handle and red fabric lining. Dictating machine is plastic and metal coloured olive and olivine green. On top are two tape reels, two red button, one red dial and a red light. One red dial on side. Switch on front for record. Several sockets and power cord on back. Metal microphone bracket on right side. Vent on back. Green foot pedal and Philips microphone, Philips headphones with cord, speaker connection cable, one tape (tangled) and key for case lock all located inside case.

Marks

PHILIPS / MADE IN HOLLAND Sticker
EL 3994/00 Embossed
PHILIPS / MADE IN HOLLAND Maker's Mark
TYPE EL3581/04 / 110-245V 30W / NR 22879 50Hz Maker's Plate
PHILIPS / EL3775/50 / MADE IN HOLLAND Sticker

Media/Materials

Processed Material/Metal
Processed Material/Synthetic/Plastic
Processed Material/Synthetic/Plastic/Bakelite
Processed Material/Textile

Credit Line

Philips Electronics. Dictating Machine, F35.2001. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Recorder, Audio Machine, Dictating Tools & Equipment for Communication Sound Communication T&E Sound Communication Devices

Collection type

Sound Technology Communications Technology

Subject auto tags

Automotive lighting Motor vehicle Gas Auto part Automotive exterior Metal Fashion accessory Machine Titanium Rectangle

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