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Glossary
actuators
Robotic components that move inside the library to manipulate cartridges.
These include the cartridge handling mechanism, extension axis, vertical and
horizontal axes.
automated tape
library
A robotic storage and retrieval system for DLT tape cartridges.
bar code label
The identification label on DLT tape cartridges.
bar code scanner
A device that is mounted on the extension axis that reads the cartridge bar
code labels.
calibration
The software measurements and configuration required for successful
operation of the library.
CHM
Cartridge handling mechanism
DLT
Digital linear tape
control panel
A touch-screen panel on the front of the library that contains a main display
area as well as indicators and control buttons.
EIA/TIA-574
A serial communications cabling and protocol standard for nine pin
connectors, sometimes referred to as RS-232. The diagnostic port (DIAG), on the
rear of the library, uses this protocol.
extension axis
assembly
Mounted onto the vertical axis, the extension axis assembly consists of the
gripper assembly and the horizontal axis on which the gripper assembly is
mounted.
extension axis belt
The drive belt connecting the extension motor/gearbox to the gripper.
FCC Class A
Standard established by the U.S. Federal Communications Commission
governing electromagnetic emissions.
FSA
Fixed storage array. This is a 4-column by 24-row fixture mounted inside the
library. Its purpose is to store up to 96 cartridges in the library.
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