Programmer Input-Output Devices; Reading Devices - GE PAC 4020 System Manual

PROGRAMMER INPUT-OUTPUT DEVICES
This section contains the specifications of the
devices used for the basic programming functions
of reading, printing, punching, input-output com-
munications with the Real-Time Operating System,
and interface with high-performance peripherals
through the common peripheral interface.
READING DEVICES
Unless otherwise noted, all devices are suitable
for reliable and accurate operation and long life in
industrial environments.
GE/PAC 4000 Paper-Tape Reader
Speed
100 characters per second or 200 characters
per second
Operational Modes
10 characters per inch. Demand read push-
button. Operation up to 50 feet is standard and
up to 2000 feet is optional. 100 ips rewind.
Checking features
Media presence check, tight tape indication,
off-line check, parity check.
Spoolers
Both a supply reel and a take-up spooler are
provided.
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Simultaneous operation
The paper-tape reader can operate at full speed
while other peripherals and/ or the central
processor are operating.
Physical specifications
14 inches wide
13 inches high
19 inches deep
Weight 43 lbs.
GE/PAC 4000 Card Reader
Speed
100, 200 or 300 cards per minute
Operation modes
80-column, 12-row cards
Cards may be read in Hollerith or binary modes
Operation up to 50 feet is standard and up to
2000 feet is optional
Operating features
Synchronized, optical reading mechanism
assures accurate, reliable card reading.
Serial read, column-by-column, one card
at a time or continuously under program
control.
Checking features
Alert condition is signaled for input hopper
empty, feed failure, card jam, stacker full,
amplifier and photo cell operation.
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