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Telephone Switching => General Switching Discussions => Topic started by: FABphones on September 30, 2021, 04:08:45 AM

Title: 1960s ‘Demo Exchange’ Photos. UK.
Post by: FABphones on September 30, 2021, 04:08:45 AM
First image shows a 2000 type automatic demonstration model being assembled.
Second image shows the completed and working demonstration model.
Title: Re: 1960s ‘Demo Exchange’ Photos. UK.
Post by: RB on September 30, 2021, 12:28:59 PM
wow! how would you like to wire that up from scratch?
Title: Re: 1960s ‘Demo Exchange’ Photos. UK.
Post by: FABphones on September 30, 2021, 03:38:07 PM
Quote from: RB on September 30, 2021, 12:28:59 PM
wow! how would you like to wire that up from scratch?

This is Mr F's area of expertise. He can 'read' that small demo model in minutes, like a book.  Always impressive to watch, second nature. Many of the larger buildings he got called out to still had old kit in use.

My favourite (but good humoured) quote; 'that's a sacking offence'. See (Internet example) images below...
;D
Title: Re: 1960s ‘Demo Exchange’ Photos. UK.
Post by: Key2871 on September 30, 2021, 04:38:00 PM
Wow, that looks like an electricians nightmare to find the proper pair in trouble shooting.

I've worked on key systems that looked like that, and no it's not fun.
Title: Re: 1960s ‘Demo Exchange’ Photos. UK.
Post by: leejor on February 25, 2024, 06:04:21 PM
It is no worse that a main frame in a central office. That can be almost a city block long and 10 feet (or more) high.  In fact it is easier because one person can do a trace. You are usually only dealing with one or two jumpers to trace, not having to re-do everything.