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2.2.11.7. Life of Data Cartridge (Tape) for the DAT Unit The life of data cartridge according to the frequency of use is shown below. It may be shortened
depending on the operating environment (temperature, humidity, dust, etc.).
Frequency of using data cartridge Life
Once a week/volume Approx. one year
Three times a week/volume Approx. half a year
Everyday Approx. three months
The data cartridge is worn out every time it is read or written. It should be noted that using the
worn-out cartridge will cause trouble. To prevent trouble caused by aged deterioration, storage
of the data cartridge should not exceed five years.
Keep the following in mind for proper operation of the DAT unit:
• Do not move the DAT unit with the cleaning or data cartridge loaded.
• Take out the cleaning or data cartridge before turning off the DAT unit.
• Do not leave the DAT unit for a prolonged period of time with the cleaning or data cartridge
loaded.
Avoid placing the DAT unit in the following locations as much as possible to prevent trouble in
the DAT unit:
• Near the printer (to prevent toner or paper powder dusts)
• By the window or near the passage way (to prevent soil dusts)
• On the carpet (to prevent dust generation)
How to load and unload a digital audio tape is explained below.
(1) Loading a digital audio tape
1) Remove the front filter cover of the I/O enclosure (loosen the hand screw).
2) Hold the DAT lengthwise with the DAT label oriented to the left, and insert it into the drive
vertically and slowly.
3) Keep pushing the tape slowly until you feel it touching the stopper inside the drive and being
locked in the drive. When the tape is locked, a clicking sound is heard.
(2) Unloading a digital audio tape
1) Be sure that the DAT drive access indicator LED (green) goes off.
2) Push the Eject button at the lower part of the DAT unit lightly.
3) The DAT slides out from the drive.
4) Take out the DAT from the drive vertically and slowly.