There were a few sets here in the 1970s (can't remember what make) which actually had
two main switches, the second one being located out of the way on the side of the set. (And both actually turned off
everything, including the remote-control circuitry, if present).
There seemed to be an obsession with making sure that TV sets were always completely isolated from the supply when unattended at the time.
People were often urged to unplug the TV completely when going to bed at night, as this public information film demonstrates:
Bedtime Fire Routine, 1979 (Approx. 2.8MB, Real Player needed.)
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[This message has been edited by pauluk (edited 07-19-2005).]
