Adlib Internet Server 5

Creator

Baker, Lawrence William Biography Biography
Lawrence William Baker was a broadcast engineer who worked for Associated-Rediffusion Television, Independent Television and Thames Television. He began working for Associated-Rediffusion Limited as a Trainee Junior Control Operator in July 1955. He was promoted to Senior Control Operator at Associated Rediffusion Limited in July 1961. He retired from work in 1983.

Scope and Content
This series contains materials relating to the opening of Studio 5, Wembley, by Associated-Rediffusion in 1960. Studio 5 was, at the time of its opening, the largest television studio in the world, covering 14,000 square feet. The file contains photographs of Studio 5 and the broadcasting equipment used in its early broadcasts, as well as a promotional brochure and promotional materials relating to the studio's opening transmission of An Arabian Night on 9th June 1960.
Extent
One file
Physical description
Good condition.
Language
English
Archival history
The archive was acquired by the National Science and Media Museum in 2016.
Level of description
SERIES
Repository name
National Science and Media Museum, Bradford
Conditions governing access
Access is given in accordance with the NSMM access policy. Material from this collection is available to researchers through the museum’s Insight facility.
Conditions governing Reproduction
Copies may be supplied of items in the collection, provided that the copying process used does not damage the item or is not detrimental to its preservation. Copies will be supplied in accordance with the NSMM’s terms and conditions for the supply and reproduction of copies, and the provisions of any relevant copyright legislation.