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Up for sale/sale is an incredibly rare piece of emergency medical services history: an original Motorola COR (Coronary Observation Radio) Telemetry Unit. Housed in its iconic, rugged safety-orange field case, this 10-channel UHF radio system was the cutting-edge technology that birthed modern paramedic field care in the 1970s.This specific device allowed field medics to transmit live electrocardiogram (ECG) data over voice channels directly to emergency room doctors. This style of \"Orange Box\" mobile radio is highly famous among pop-culture and first-responder collectors for its resemblance to the Biocom Biophone setup used by Johnny and Roy to call Rampart General Hospital on the hit 1970s TV series Emergency!Features & Details Present:
• Exterior: Vibrant, classic orange protective casing with heavy-duty latches and structural corner guards.
• Control Panel: Complete with dial selectors for PL Code, Function, Squelch, Vol, and Med Channels. Includes the vintage signal strength needle meter.
• Handset: Features the original black telephone-style handset with heavy coiled cord and mounting bracket.
• Antenna: Equipped with its top-mounted rod antenna.
• Includes connections labeled for \"ECG TO SCOPE\" and \"PATIENT CABLE\".Condition Notes:
•excellent condition, showing minimal signs of use. Vibrant orange paint, very clean overall appearance. Professional photos of the actual unit were used for historical ems manuals and publications. Untested / Sold as-is for display, collection, or prop use.• Cosmetic condition is excellent for its age, showing normal field wear, scuffs, and historical character structurally. Please study the photos carefully to evaluate the condition.
Perfect for vintage radio hobbyists, TV/film prop departments, EMS historians, or museum displays!