• Year
  • 1946 ?
  • Category
  • Telephony - wire and wireless
  • Radiomuseum.org ID
  • 358813
    • Brand: Birmingham Sound Reproducers

 Technical Specifications

  • Wave bands
  • - without
  • Power type and voltage
  • Line / Batteries (any type)
  • Loudspeaker
  • Permanent Magnet Dynamic (PDyn) Loudspeaker (moving coil)
  • Material
  • Metal case
  • from Radiomuseum.org
  • Model: Telemaster Intercom - BSR Brand, Birmingham Sound
  • Shape
  • Tablemodel, with any shape - general.
  • Notes
  • The BSR Telemaster intercom was an advanced inter-office communication system that enhanced business operations across various settings.

    Features and characteristics:

    • Versatility: The system was suitable for a wide range of business environments, including offices, shops, restaurants, and factories.
    • Multi-point communication: De Luxe models allowed communication between any or all stations, enabling flexible inter-departmental conversations.
    • Executive control: Certain models provided simple two-way conversation capabilities between a master unit and extensions.
    • Loud-speaking functionality: The Telemaster was a loud-speaking telephone system, eliminating the need for handsets.
    • Instant selection: The master unit offered a quick and positive selection of extensions.
    • Group calling: The ability to simultaneously call one, several, or all extensions.
    • Adjustable volume: Users could adjust the volume for loud calling or paging at a distance.
    • Power options: Models were available for both AC mains and battery operation.
    • Long-lasting batteries: The battery-operated models used small, inexpensive dry batteries estimated to last over six months under normal use.
    • Aesthetic design: Both AC and battery models featured identical appearances, finished in a new silver-grey color to harmonize with various surroundings.
    • Modern appeal: The Telemaster was marketed as the most up-to-date equipment available, adding "new dignity" to business establishments.

    This intercom system represented a significant advancement in office communication technology for its time, offering flexibility, ease of use, and professional aesthetics to enhance business operations.

  • Mentioned in
  • -- Original prospect or advert (Business Jun 1, 1946, Page 79)
  • Author
  • Model page created by Gary Cowans. See "Data change" for further contributors.

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