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Pager
Pager

Pager

Manufacturer (American, founded 1928)
Date1980s
MediumBlack plastick, metal hardware
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 2 3/4 x 2 1/8 x 1 5/16in. (7 x 5.4 x 3.3cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of Henry Zachs
DescriptionRectangular, black plastic pager with a volume control dial on top left and a hinged attachment clip on the back. A small red light is on top of the pager next to the volume dial. A sliding knob on the upper right side of the pager is marked "VOICE". A sliding door on the bottom of the pager opens the battery compartment, which holds a single AA battery. "MOTOROLA" is stamped on the back of the attachment clip on the pager. "MESSAGE CENTER" printed in gold letters on the bottom front of the pager. The back of the pager is printed with voltage information and with a number for retrieving lost pagers.
Object number2007.25.1
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