Tu58 Dectape Ii

This user's guide provides comprehensive information for the installation, operation, maintenance, and programming of the TU58 DECtape II, a low-cost, random-access, mass-storage tape system manufactured by Digital Equipment Corporation.

The document is organized into the following sections:

• Introduction: Covers the scope of the manual, a general system description, block diagrams, performance and environmental specifications, and available configurations.
• Operation: details control and indicator functions, proper cartridge handling (loading/unloading/write protection), routine maintenance procedures (head and puck cleaning), and instructions for repairing metal-base and plastic-base tape cartridges.
• Programming: Explains the Radial Serial Protocol (RSP) used for host-peripheral communication, the command set, data packet structures, and the instruction set used to interface with the system.
• Installation: Provides illustrated instructions for rackmount installation, module installation, setting interface standards (RS-422/RS-423), and performing operational checkouts to ensure the system is functioning correctly.
• Options: Describes optional features, specifically the installation of a Run Indicator and the use of the Boot Switch for automatic program loading.

The manual includes numerous figures and tables to assist users with technical setups, such as jumper pin locations for interface configurations, cabling, and troubleshooting.