Identity area
Reference code
CA OTUED 8-15-2-7
Title
Bliss Symbol Scanners
Date(s)
- ca. 1975 (Creation)
Level of description
File
Extent and medium
2 electronic light boards ; 56.5 x 44.5 x 7 cm and 45 x 35 x 8.5 cm
Context area
Name of creator
(1975 - present)
Repository
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Content and structure area
Scope and content
File contains the BSS-100 (and accompanying charging cable) and the BSS-200 Bliss Symbol Scanners. Scanners consist of a Blissymbol board with English translations, and with lights attached to each panel.
Appraisal, destruction and scheduling
Accruals
System of arrangement
Conditions of access and use area
Conditions governing access
Open
Conditions governing reproduction
Language of material
- Blissymbols
- English
Script of material
Language and script notes
Physical characteristics and technical requirements
Both scanners require charging with a cable. Only the cable for the BSS-100 is available at OISE. The scanner appears no longer capable of charging, and cannot be turned on.
Finding aids
Allied materials area
Existence and location of originals
Existence and location of copies
Related units of description
Publication note
Created by Prentke Romich Company.
Notes area
Note
Title based on file contents.
Note
OVERSIZE Shelf 3