Wonder what this was used for? Doesn't look Pro quality.

http://cgi.ebay.com/The-ONLY-Ling-Spectator-TV-Camera-on-eBay-BID-NOW_W0QQitemZ6286023673QQihZ010QQcategoryZ3638QQrd Z1QQcmdZViewItem

Judging by the pics I'd say it's an early Japan attempt to make a small portable TV camera for semi-pro use (schools, university productions, etc).

Meant for industrial use (watching the entrance gate, etc.) - notice no viewfinder