Developments of R-DAT data recorders

摘要

Rotary head digital audio tape (R-DAT), originally developed for the consumer high-fidelity audio market, is discussed. This small-sized, low-cost product has the capability of storing 13.8 GB of digital audio information, making it attractive as a potential mass-storage device for computer data. The history and technology of R-DAT are examined. The method of access, data-storage format, and performance are described. Efforts to agree on standards for interchange of data tapes are noted.