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Method and apparatus for adjusting asymmetric recording signals

US5485320A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 24, 1993
Grant dateJan 16, 1996
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Expiry dateMay 24, 2013

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11B5/09
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

In a magnetic recording system, an asymmetry detector reverses the phase of a read, single-frequency test signal to indicate to a micro-controller whether recording signal asymmetry is present. Upon detecting such asymmetry, the micro-controller causes a current source coupled to the recording head to adjust a write current to correct the timing of a written data signal.

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