Vertical files - technology, television, 1932-1989
Part of collection: David Sarnoff Research Center records (2464-09)
Dates
- Creation: 1932-1989
Scope and Content
This subseries contains files related to RCA's technological developments in television. It includes advancements in transmission, cameras (including tubes, CCD, handheld, and miniature), color television, picture tubes, and screens. Of special note are the records of introductions of new technologies at the World’s Fair in 1939 and 1964, and of the use of television in the astronomical telescope program Stratoscope I and II.
General Physical Description (AVD portion only)
(AVD portion only) Approx. 425 photographic prints : b&w ; 8 x 10 in. 8 negatives : b&w ; 8 x 10 in. transparencies, slides, and contact sheets.
Arrangement
Files are arranged alphabetically.
Extent
From the Collection: 990 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Additional Description
Access Restrictions
This collection contains material from the Manuscripts and Archives Department (M&A) and the Audiovisual Collections and Digital Initiatives Department (AVD). Box prefixes indicate which department holds an individual file or item.
Boxes M&A 127-846, M&A 1061-1064, and M&A 1283-1313 are stored offsite. Please contact the Manuscripts and Archives Department at least 48 hours in advance of research visit.
Arrangement
Files are arranged alphabetically.
Related Names
Creator
- From the Collection: Sarnoff Corporation (Organization)
- From the Collection: Radio Corporation of America. David Sarnoff Research Center, Princeton, N.J (Organization)
Repository Details
Repository Details
Part of the Manuscripts and Archives Repository
