Command Break by Nick Spark

“telephone box” used to control the TDR-1 in flight.

"telephone box" used to control the TDR-1 in flight.

This rare photo shows the “telephone box” used to control the TDR-1 in flight. The central joystick controlled attitude, and by dialing different numbers a series of pre-programmed commands could be sent. The circular display to the right contains a Block TV screen. (Courtesy of Maurice Schechter)

This rare photo shows the “telephone box” used to control the TDR-1 in flight. The central joystick controlled attitude, and by dialing different numbers a series of pre-programmed commands could be sent. The circular display to the right contains a Block TV screen. (Courtesy of Maurice Schechter)

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