THE CENTENARY NEOPHONE
The modern version of the world famous Neophone. Artistically designed case and handset moulded in
impact resisting polystyrene. Case available in Black, Ivory and Pale Grey. Handset
in Black, Ivory, Dark Grey, Red, Green, Maroon and Oatmeal. High performance transmitter and receiver with
closed circuit induction coil. 2500 ohm ringer with adjustable bias spring. Standard British Post Office dial, with
external letter ring
as illustrated an optional extra. Tropically finished. Dust and insect proof.
Printed circuit.
Extra-light handset weighing only 7ozs (200 gm). Complete with black line cord, 2-way or 3-way as required,
4' 6" (l37mm)
long, and 3-way terminal block.
Height: 5.25" (133 mm)
Width: 9.5" (241 mm)
Depth: 8.25" (210 mm)
Weight: 3.4 lbs (1.53 kgs)
Centenary Neophone with dummy dial pictured to the right. Used in CB installations.
From SIEMENS BROTHERS & CO. LIMITED catalogue No.500/54
Additional Information
Sometimes called a "Horseshoe phone" because of the shape of the
front.
Can also be found with AEI on the rear of the case.
Click here for circuit diagram
Click here for conversion to new plug and socket
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The wall version of the Centenary Neophone

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