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Compensating write data in transformer-coupled recording system using DC content code

US6433945B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateNov 9, 2000
Grant dateAug 13, 2002
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Expiry dateNov 9, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11B5/0086
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A transformer-coupled tape drive (30) allows operation using a direct current (DC) content code. Usage of the DC content code is facilitated by a compensation circuit (240) which corrects timing distortion caused by the DC content code. The compensation circuit comprises both an emulation circuit (306) and a delay circuit (302). The emulation circuit (306) emulates a high pass filter action of a transformer (220) to provide an emulated high pass filter response signal (WD_HP). The delay circuit (302) modifies the modify timing of the write data signal in accordance with the emulated high pass filter response signal to output a compensated write data signal to the transformer (220).

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