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Page 1: ...DPS 6 PLUS MTU9921 9922 GCR PE Magnetic Tape Unit Operation Honeywell ...

Page 2: ... to HD52 00 dated November 1986 Insert the attached pages acording to the collating instructions on the back ofthis cover Change bars in the margin indicate new or changed information Note Insert this cover sheet behind the front cover to indicate the updating ofthe document with Addendum A ORDER NUMBER HD52 00A 47153 287 Printed in U S A January 1987 Honeywell ...

Page 3: ...cular purpose andmakesno expresswarranties except as maybe statedinits written agreement withandforits customer In no eventis Honeywellliableto anyone for anyindirect special or consequential damages The information and specifications in this document are subject to change without notice Consult your Honeywell Marketing Representative for product or service availability Honeywell Information Syste...

Page 4: ... with the instruction manual may cause interference to radio communications The equipment manufactured after October 1 1983 has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart J ofPart 15 of FCC Rules which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment Operation of this equipment ...

Page 5: ...s Readers are invited to use the Thchnical Publications Remarks form at the end of the manual to note any publication errors or to offer any suggestions for improvement Honeywell disclaimsthe implied warranties ofmerchantability andfitness for a particular purpose and makes noexpress warrantiesexcept as may be statedinits written agreement with and for its customer In no eventis Honeywellliableto ...

Page 6: ...3 6 1 ape Dismounting 3 6 Section 4 Operator Maintenance Preventative Maintenance 4 1 Remedial Maintenance 4 4 Power on Self Thst 4 4 Functional Fault Recovery 4 4 Operator Diagnostic Test 01 4 5 Operator Diagnostic Thst 02 4 9 Operator Diagnostic Thst 03 4 9 Service 4 10 1 ape Maintenance 4 11 Missing or Defective BOT Maker 4 11 Missing or Defective EOT Maker 4 12 1 ape Handling Storage and Shipp...

Page 7: ... lape Path 3 3 3 4 lape Over lake up Reel 3 4 3 5 lape Wrapping 3 4 4 1 Head Assembly Dust Covers 4 2 4 2 Components to Be Cleaned 4 3 4 3 Supply Hub Pads 4 3 4 4 Magnetic lape Layout 4 11 Tables 2 1 Controls and Indicators 2 2 4 1 Functional Fault Recovery Procedures 4 5 4 2 Diagnostic Test 01 Corrective Procedures 4 7 iv HD52 00 o ...

Page 8: ...reaming mode Depending on data flow between the tape subsystem and the host system the unit automatically selects the mode which provides the maximum throughput Each tape unit is located in a separate cabinet Each tape unit is suitable for mounting on tabletop system or an optional tape stand available from Honeywell Up to four drives per MTC9901 Tape Controller may be used with a system The first...

Page 9: ... Simple loading and operating procedures Simplified tape path and quick release reel latch designed for each ofoperation Servo controlled reel motors eliminating vacuum columns capstans or tension arms Full set ofoperator controls and indicators for major device functions and maintenance 128K byte data buffer Integrity features to help ensure accuracy ofdata written and retrieved from storage medi...

Page 10: ...r with these controls and indicators to ensure proper tape unit operation Operation Panel Figure 2 1 shows the layout ofthe operation panel buttons and indicators All buttons on the panel are touch sensitive Button and indicator functions are sum marized in Table 2 1 Figure 2 1 Operation Panel Controls and Indicators 2 1 HD52 ...

Page 11: ...take up reel and tape path onto supply reel Iftape is threaded but not loaded unit slowly unloads tape onto supply reel Lights when unit is in GCR mode When indicator is turned off unit is in PE mode Ifpressed when tape is loaded goes online and becomes available for system control Lights when tape unit is online Ifpressed takes unit omine stops tape motion and clears error status Lights when erro...

Page 12: ...roblems Power on Sequence OPeration The power supply circuit breaker Figure 3 1 is located at the top right corner of the tape deck Press this circuit breaker to the ON position side 1 pressed down The LOGIC OFF indicator will light momentarily While the power on automatic self test is executed the LOGIC ON and DIAGNOSTICS indicators light and 00 appears on the two digit display When the self test...

Page 13: ...LOGIC OFF button is pressed the ac line voltage is still present in the unit Tape Loading Operation CAUTION Exercise care when handling magnetic tape and the reel on which it is mounted Th load tape follow these steps 1 Make sure the tape unit is powered on and the LOGIC ON indicator is lit 2 Unlock the hub latch by pressing the hub release button Figure 3 2 on the face ofthe supply reel hub Figur...

Page 14: ...ape over the tape path as shown in Figure 3 3 A dia gram ofthe tape path also appears on the tape deck CAUTION Be sure to position the tape correctly over all tape path components in order to avoid tape damage D Figure 3 3 Tape Path 6 Wrap the tape onto the take up reel using the following procedures a Secure the tape leader by inserting your index finger through the opening in the take up reel ne...

Page 15: ...s smoothly wound beneath one layer ofthe tape While turning the take up reel be sure to provide slack from the supply reel by turning it with your free hand Figure 3 5 Tape Wrapping c Remove your finger and carefully place the same finger over the portion of the tape which is covering the tape leader Make another complete clock wise rotation ofthe reel HD52 00 ...

Page 16: ...nline The ON LINE button may be pressed while the load operation is in progress On completion ofthe load operation the ON LINE indicator will light Changing Density During the power on sequence the tape unit defaults to the PE mode When a density change is required follow these procedures 1 Make sure the tape is positioned at the BOT marker The BOT indicator will be lit 2 Press the RESET button an...

Page 17: ...d a 2400 ft reel oftape Tape Dismounting Operation Tape must be unloaded prior to dismounting Ifthe tape is loaded on the take up reel it must be unloaded according to Tape Unloading above lb dismount the tape follow these steps 1 Open the dust cover door and press the hub release button Figure 3 3 on the face ofthe supply reel hub The hub will unlatch and the supply reel can be removed 2 Close th...

Page 18: ...ng conditions every four hours when the tape unit is exposed to excessive contamination When cleaning remember that the recommended solvents and equipment must be used as indicated Cleaning should be done with a lint free cloth or cotton lint I free foam tipped swab moistened with Honeywell All Purpose Cleaner Do not use isopropyl alcohol Mter applying cleaner allow a few minutes for the excess fl...

Page 19: ...g a lint free cloth moistened with Honeywell All Purpose Cleaner Make sure to wipe the recording surface in the same direction that the tape moves across the head from top to bottom applying sufficient pressure to remove all foreign matter from the head Repeat as necessary to insure it is clean Tape cleaner Use a foam tipped swab moistened with Honeywell All Purpose Cleaner to remove dirt and oxid...

Page 20: ...d assembly dust covers Clean dust and dirt deposits from the head assembly dust covers with a lint free cloth moistened with Honeywell All Pur pose Cleaner Supply reel hub pads Clean the supply reel hub pads Figure 4 3 with a lint free cloth moistened with Honeywell All Purpose Cleaner Make sure not to soak the cloth with solvent SU REaHU ADS rn Figure 4 3 Supply Hub Pads Operator Maintenance 1 87...

Page 21: ...ffindicator and the LOGIC ON and FILE PRarECT indicators light Ifan error condition is detected a fault code appears on the display Record the fault code and report it to Honeywell according to the terms ofyour service agreement Functional Fault Recovery Ifa fault condition occurs during online operation a fault code appears on the two digit display and the RESET indicator lights Refer to Table 4 ...

Page 22: ...e 4 4 Iffault condition still occurs replace with tape ofknown good quality RESET button was pressed inadvertently by oper ator Reinitiate test Check for presence ofa write enable ring in rear of supply reel Install ring ifone is not present Check for presence ofEar marker Iffault condi tion still occurs replace with tape ofknown good quality Tape was loaded when the test was initiated Thread tape...

Page 23: ...git display continue with this test 2 Thread a write enabled work tape through the tape path and onto the take up reel Do not load the tape 3 Close the dust cover door 4 Press the TEST button The DIAGNOSTICS indicator will light and 01 will be indicated on the two digit display 5 Press the EXECUTE button The test will begin by checking the display panel with the two digit display incrementing from...

Page 24: ...un diagnostic test 038 2 Record code displayed during test 03 and report it and any other fault codes to Honeywell accor ding to terms ofyour service agreement Clean magnetic head and tape path according to procedures in Preventive Maintenance Iffault condition still occurs replace with tape ofknown good quality Ensure that front door is securely closed Thread tape Check that supply reel hub is la...

Page 25: ...cord code displayed during test 03 and report it and any other fault codes to Honeywell accor ding to terms ofyour service agreement Mount tape ofknown good quality 1 Run diagnostic test 03 2 Record codes displayed during test 03 and report it and any other fault codes to Honeywell accor ding to terms ofyour service agreement 1 Run diagnostic tests 02band 03 2 Record codes displayed during the tes...

Page 26: ... Operator Test 01 must be run Ifa 71 is indicated on the two digit display ensure that the tape is threaded and repeat the test When the test ends a numerical code appears on the display and the RESET indi cator lights Record this code and any other fault codes and contact Honeywell according to the terms ofyour service agreement see Service later in this section Operator Diagnostic Test 03 Note T...

Page 27: ...act Honeywell according to the telephone number provided Ifyou have not purchased a maintenance contract and your equipment requires service after the warranty has expired contact the Honeywell National Response Center for information on service options ational Response Center telephone numbers are 800 241 1634 Outside Georgia 800 282 4350 Within Georgia 982 3066 Local Atlanta GA When you call the...

Page 28: ... 03 IN 0 07 CM HUB END 0 00 0 00 g EOTi 305 M 10 FT 25 0 gFT 7 6 652 M PHOTO REFLECTIVE MARKERS _ _ _ __ SHINY b BACK SIDE _t_ O N E IN C H 2 5 4C E N n ME T RE t S tI MAGNETIC SID50 0048 CM 0007 T ONE FOOT 0 3048 METRES 0 0019 IN 0003 Figure 4 4 Magnetic Tape Layout Missing or Defective BOT Marker A missing or defective beginning of tape BOT marker prevents the completion of the load operation No...

Page 29: ...ind to the BOT marker when the load is complete and the BDT indicator will light 8 Resume normal operations Tape Handling Storage and Shipping A tape that has been subjected to abusive treatment in handling storage or ship ping or used on an old and damaged reel can cause read write failures and should not be used See the following guidelines for proper magnetic tape handling storage and shipping ...

Page 30: ...mage the bottom containers Never place reels oftape on top ofa tape drive as this exposes them to heat and dust from the cooling system Never store reels oftape in an area where strong magnetic fields are present or where they may come in contact with magnetic materials Whenever possible store tapes in the controlled environment where they are to be used to avoid subjecting them to excessive handl...

Page 31: ...down sponge or vinyl strip may be used During shipping however it is advisable to use both Tape in transit may be subjected to temperature extremes Thmperatures as low as 40 C might be encountered in an aircraft cargo hold at high alti tudes A temperature of 120 could easily be encountered in a motor vehicle in the summer sun It must again be emphasized that all incoming tapes should be allowed to...

Page 32: ...S and ards Institute standards and are recommended for use on HoneYWEjll magnetic tape units American National Standards Institute standards are available from Operlltor Maintenance American National Standards InstJtute Inc 1430 Broadway New York NY 1001 8 4 15 HD52 OQ ...

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Page 34: ... head Recording Format Compatible with ANSI standard XS 39 1973 3 l 4 1976 X3 40 1983 for recorded magnetic tape information interchap ge Tape Media Compatible with ANSI standards X3 39 1973 X8 54 1976 X3 40 1983 for recorded magnetic tape information interchange Physical Characteristics Height 61 5 in 156 2 cm Width 24 0 in 61 0 cm Depth 36 4 in 92 5 cm Weight MTU9921 141lb 63 87 kg Weight MTU992...

Page 35: ...y Tape Unit 10 0 ft 3 0 m Primary Tape Unit to Secondary Tape Unit 3 0 ft 9 m Tape Supplies M1317 6250 bpi 1200 ft 365 8 m bulk M1316 6250 bpi 2400 0 ft 731 5 m bulk Options M7621 GCRlPE tape stand M7620 Corner Unit Specifications A 2 0 o HD52 00 ...

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