Technical data, 1929-2004
Part of collection: RCA/Thomson Lancaster records (2464-74)
Dates
- Creation: 1929-2004
Scope and Content
RCA/Thomson’s color television research and development enterprises resulted in the production of many new tube models, which were designed to comply with industry standards. The company prepared tube specification publications (also known as “data sheets”) that outlined each model’s technical features. The technical data series includes internal correspondence, rough drafts, and final drafts of many of these documents, as well as print and manuscript materials related to the sharing of that technical information with standards-setting organizations. The collection also includes a variety of other internal and external technical publications written and used by RCA/Thomson employees as part of their research.
Arrangement
The series is arranged in seven subseries:
A. Electronic Industries Association (EIA)
B. Picture tube cumulative file
C. Tube specification process files
D. PIX publications
E. ST publications
F. TPS publications
G. General
Files are arranged in alphabetical order.
Extent
From the Collection: 91 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.
All materials are subject to a 25-year time seal measured from date of creation, except series II. Company serials and series VII. Product promotional literature.
Film materials, negatives and slides are housed in cold storage and must reacclimate prior to viewing (Film Cans 1-2, Boxes AVD8 and AVD9). Please contact the Audiovisual Collections and Digital Initiatives Department at least 48 hours in advance of research visit.
Boxes M&A 925 to M&A 987 are stored offsite. Please contact the Manuscripts and Archives Department at least 48 hours in advance of research visit.
Arrangement
The series is arranged in seven subseries:
A. Electronic Industries Association (EIA)
B. Picture tube cumulative file
C. Tube specification process files
D. PIX publications
E. ST publications
F. TPS publications
G. General
Files are arranged in alphabetical order.
Related Names
Creator
- From the Collection: Thomson Multimedia (Organization)
- From the Collection: RCA Corporation (Former owner, Organization)
Repository Details
Repository Details
Part of the Manuscripts and Archives Repository
