Quantum Instruments DLT 7000 User Manual

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General Description and Specifications

Quantum DLT 7000 Tape System

1-9

1.3.8 Current Requirements

The following table lists current requirements for the tape drive in a variety of
operating conditions.

Table 1

−9 DLT 7000 Current Requirements

Volts

Typical

Maximum (Includes Ripple)

Drive Operating in WRITE Mode Start/Stop
5 Volt Rail

3.6 Amps

3.8 Amps

12 Volt Rail

1.6 Amps

2.0 Amps

Drive Operating in Calibration, Unloading, Track Changing, and Code Update
5 Volt Rail

3.1 Amps

3.2 Amps

12 Volt Rail

1.3 Amps

2.6 Amps

Drive Tensioned, but Tape Not in Motion (Standby Mode)
5 Volt Rail

3.1 Amps

12 Volt Rail

0.8 Amps

Drive Unloaded with Cartridge Door Opened
5 Volt Rail

3.1 Amps

12 Volt Rail

0.8 Amps

1.1 Amps

Drive Unloaded with Cartridge Door Closed
5 Volt Rail

3.1 Amps

12 Volt Rail

1.2 Amps

1.4 Amps

Drive Rewinding to BOT
5 Volt Rail

3.1 Amps

12 Volt Rail

1.2 Amps

2.0 Amps

Supply Transient Voltage: Drive Operating in Current Requirements Paragraph
Mode
5 Volt Rail

60 mv pp

12 Volt Rail

1.6 v pp