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Convention Paper

A Closed-Loop Tape Transport Servo System for Pressure Roller-Less Drive

Authors: Harshberger, Jr., Robert P.

AES Convention 55 · Paper 1174 · October 1976

Abstract

The servo control system used in a new audio tape transport is discussed with special emphasis on the requirements dictated by continuous capstan tape control. Closed loop reel and capstan servos, their modes of operation, interaction, and control, along with some of the unusual methods employed in their implementation will be presented.

Details

Published in
AES Convention 55
AES Convention
55
Paper number
1174
Publication date
October 6, 1976
Affiliation
Audio / Video Systems Division, Ampex Corporation, Redwood City, CA (See document for exact affiliation information.)
Type
Convention Paper