Tape system with an isolated load/unload tape path

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2007-03-27

2007-03-27

Rivera, William A. (Department: 3654)

Winding, tensioning, or guiding

Unwinding and rewinding a machine convertible information...

Including threading

C242S346100, C242S532700, C360S069000

Reexamination Certificate

active

11049203

ABSTRACT:
A tape recording system is provided having an improved load/unload path, the system comprising a first pair of guides and a second pair of guides movable from an unloaded position to a loaded position. In the unloaded position, a gap between the first pair of guides and the second pair of guides provides a path for loading a tape from a supply reel to a take-up reel without contacting any of the first pair of guides, the second pair of guides and the head assembly to prevent contamination and damage of these components. The tape loader path is isolated from the head by the first pair of guides providing protection of the head from possible contact damage by the loader mechanism and tape leader.

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