038 - The grey switchboard middle right, with the silver dial was
part of M.A.T.E. which was provided in large repeater stations.
Details here.
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NEW - 19-01-2013
The rack to the right of the MATE is 56 Type equipment practice.
See how similar it looks to 51 Type but note the '1/2' sized shelf
near the bottom. Another difference between 51 Type and 56 Type
was the size of the rack connectors which enabled the rapid
replacement of a shelf unit. The 56 Type was slightly smaller to
allow for the greater density required.
Graeme Marett January,
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