The radar beacon (below left) had a flashing purple light and could be turned up or down into the station.  When down the light would illuminate a control panel that was reminiscent of the movie 2001.  Strange thing was the movie was not released until a few years latter.

Above are examples of the Major Matt Mason Space Station in the box from Mattel of Canada.  Note the chair for this version is solid white without the blue insert (see below).