Pdp-8/e Instruction Test 1

Summary

This document provides the program description, loading/operating procedures, and source listing for a diagnostic program designed to test the instructions of the Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC) PDP-8/E computer.

Key details:

• Purpose: To verify the functional correctness of the AND, TAD, OPERATE, and MQ instructions specific to the PDP-8/E.
• Requirements: A PDP-8/E computer equipped with a teletype for output and at least 2K of memory for storage (the program occupies locations 0000-5314).
• Operations: The program performs a sequential series of individual tests for each instruction set, including rotate functions and various combinations of operate instructions.
• Feedback: If the program successfully completes a pass, the teletype bell rings approximately every 5 seconds. In the event of an error, the program halts (HLT) to allow for troubleshooting.
• Maintenance: Created on May 10, 1971, by Ed Fortmiller of the Diagnostic Group.