High performance tape path for a 19 inch tape recorder
US4176382A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 22, 1978 |
| Grant date | Nov 27, 1979 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 22, 1998 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG11B15/58
- WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A high performance self threading tape transport apparatus is packaged within a stand alone 19 inch wide frame. The tape transport apparatus includes a removable file reel and a machine reel. The removable file reel and the machine reel are arranged diagonally with a gravity assisted tape threading path. A single capstan is positioned adjacent the tape threading path with a pair of vacuum chambers situated one on each side of the capstan. The vacuum columns are offset relative to each other but incline to the tape threading path. A processing station including a magnetic transducer, is displaced relative to the tape threading path and operates to read magnetic data from the tape or to write magnetic data on the tape.
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